Been thinking about visiting Phuket and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Solo travel in Phuket
Started by PortlandPaul · 27 Feb 2026 · 46 views
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27 Feb 2026 at 17:35
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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27 Feb 2026 at 23:08
100% agree. The quality is hard to beat.
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28 Feb 2026 at 05:37
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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I was there in January and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $112/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
Spent about $112/day all-in. Quality was good.
My tip: avoid weekends.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Quick question — how was the Uber availability?
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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This matches my experience. Phuket is one of my favorites.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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How does it compare to Germany?
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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