Ask us about visiting Phuket, Thailand
#632
Join Date: Feb 2013
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The phenomenon is quite well-publicized, see here for one instance.
Like anything, it's a matter of knowing the local landscape and understanding the conditions. Not all beaches are created equal in terms of topography, current, and weather. The variation even across a few km can be big (many places in the world, not just Phuket - I grew up on the Atlantic coast of Florida and it was the same thing there). The issue in Phuket seems to be particularly pronounced, however, because of a large influx of tourists who simply aren't aware.
#634
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Sunny today and yesterday, but some heavy rain last week.
For on the spot info - http://www2.tmd.go.th/radar/pkt120Loop.php
#635
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It has been a very dry year and late start to the monsoon, but it is now here
Sunny today and yesterday, but some heavy rain last week.
For on the spot info - http://www2.tmd.go.th/radar/pkt120Loop.php
Sunny today and yesterday, but some heavy rain last week.
For on the spot info - http://www2.tmd.go.th/radar/pkt120Loop.php
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I'm in Karon now and have been for approx 2 weeks. They predicted rain over the last 4 to 5 days but it didn't rain during the day. In my time here I only had one heavy nights rain. Overcast but no rain.
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I need advice on a family trip....
We have 6 adults and 6 kids ...
My sister lives in Singapore, so we are starting our vacation there, then want to do one other 3-4 day trip.
We are thinking about Phuket.
We like nice beaches
Snorkling/Scuba diving
Site seeing
Boat rides
Cooking classes!
Kids ages: 10, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16
SPG Plat, so thinking Le Meridien Phuket would work for us. 5 rooms
Would love any advice!
Oh and traveling during Christmas/New Years holiday ... only time that would work for both families.
Thanks in advance!
We have 6 adults and 6 kids ...
My sister lives in Singapore, so we are starting our vacation there, then want to do one other 3-4 day trip.
We are thinking about Phuket.
We like nice beaches
Snorkling/Scuba diving
Site seeing
Boat rides
Cooking classes!
Kids ages: 10, 10, 12, 13, 15, 16
SPG Plat, so thinking Le Meridien Phuket would work for us. 5 rooms
Would love any advice!
Oh and traveling during Christmas/New Years holiday ... only time that would work for both families.
Thanks in advance!
#638
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I don't agree with the no sun beds ruling. I think it actually helped a lot of individuals to make a living day to day and to provide for their families. I mean, I understand the government don't want individuals monopolising the beach's and so forth and maybe there are more reasons why they have stopped it and why they want the beach's clear of these beds.
But I always enjoyed a good sun bed down the road from Bangla.
Anyways..
But I always enjoyed a good sun bed down the road from Bangla.
Anyways..
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I don't agree with the no sun beds ruling. I think it actually helped a lot of individuals to make a living day to day and to provide for their families. I mean, I understand the government don't want individuals monopolising the beach's and so forth and maybe there are more reasons why they have stopped it and why they want the beach's clear of these beds.
But I always enjoyed a good sun bed down the road from Bangla.
Anyways..
But I always enjoyed a good sun bed down the road from Bangla.
Anyways..
They should of made some sunbeds available on beaches and if you want one, you go there, or if you want to lie on your towel you go to that section.
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There was a sign at our hotel on the beach that said the law now forbids any business transactions on public land. So it isn't just sunbeds they want to outlaw I guess.
They should of made some sunbeds available on beaches and if you want one, you go there, or if you want to lie on your towel you go to that section.
They should of made some sunbeds available on beaches and if you want one, you go there, or if you want to lie on your towel you go to that section.
#641
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I have a condo near Pattaya and wanted to explore the Khao Lak coast for 3 nights in August. (Idea is wife and I would return in high season.)
The plan is to rent a car at HKT, then head north to....where? My Thai is very basic, I have a GPS, looking for a couple of towns with nice clean beaches and multiple resorts in all price ranges.
The plan is to rent a car at HKT, then head north to....where? My Thai is very basic, I have a GPS, looking for a couple of towns with nice clean beaches and multiple resorts in all price ranges.
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I have a condo near Pattaya and wanted to explore the Khao Lak coast for 3 nights in August. (Idea is wife and I would return in high season.)
The plan is to rent a car at HKT, then head north to....where? My Thai is very basic, I have a GPS, looking for a couple of towns with nice clean beaches and multiple resorts in all price ranges.
The plan is to rent a car at HKT, then head north to....where? My Thai is very basic, I have a GPS, looking for a couple of towns with nice clean beaches and multiple resorts in all price ranges.
#643
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A few questions if I may?!
Planning a visit 15-19 October to 6 senses Yao noi.
What is the weather usually like in mid October? I know it coming out of monsoon but will it be brief or prolonged heavy rain?
Anyone stayed there/ tips would be great!
The flight back (Emirates of course) is at 12 midnight . Any tips on what to do post check out and before check in opens at 9pm?
Thanks all in advance.
Planning a visit 15-19 October to 6 senses Yao noi.
What is the weather usually like in mid October? I know it coming out of monsoon but will it be brief or prolonged heavy rain?
Anyone stayed there/ tips would be great!
The flight back (Emirates of course) is at 12 midnight . Any tips on what to do post check out and before check in opens at 9pm?
Thanks all in advance.
#644
Join Date: Feb 2013
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We're doing 1 Week at The Surin and can't decide between
- Pullman Khao Lak // Beachfront Villa
- Regent Phuket Cape Panwa // Seaview Villa
Pullman seems to be a bit dated room-wise but has a nice beach. Regent has nice rooms and the regent club, unfortunately the beach is a letdown at low tide.
What would you choose?
[Update] We decided for the Regent.
- Pullman Khao Lak // Beachfront Villa
- Regent Phuket Cape Panwa // Seaview Villa
Pullman seems to be a bit dated room-wise but has a nice beach. Regent has nice rooms and the regent club, unfortunately the beach is a letdown at low tide.
What would you choose?
[Update] We decided for the Regent.
Last edited by ctrlf; Oct 1, 2015 at 12:12 pm
#645
Join Date: Feb 2013
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We did the Phi Phi Islands tour with F1 Cruises from Phuket:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...79381925/page1
They were great!
https://www.flickr.com/photos/kalboz...79381925/page1
They were great!
I will look in to that!