Quick question for the Phuket regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there in 2024 and had a great time but I've heard prices have gone up.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Phuket — what to pack
Started by PerthPete · 26 Feb 2026 · 399 views
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26 Feb 2026 at 19:16
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since last year. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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26 Feb 2026 at 23:09
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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27 Feb 2026 at 00:48
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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27 Feb 2026 at 01:05
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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27 Feb 2026 at 02:59
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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27 Feb 2026 at 04:07
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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27 Feb 2026 at 14:45
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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27 Feb 2026 at 21:50
Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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28 Feb 2026 at 05:05
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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I'd also recommend downloading Google Translate before you go. Essential.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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This matches my experience. Phuket is one of my favorites.
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