Back from Phuket. Spent 9 days, here's the breakdown:
Accommodation: Mid-range hotel near the action. $24/night.
Scene: Better than expected.
Prices: Slightly higher than expected.
Highlights: Met an amazing girl on day 3 — spent 3 days together.
Overall: 9/10 — would highly recommend.
Ask me anything.
Phuket — just got back, quick review
Started by OrlandoOscar · 9 Mar 2026 · 391 views
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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10 Mar 2026 at 05:52
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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10 Mar 2026 at 14:18
This matches my experience. Phuket is great value.
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10 Mar 2026 at 22:52
Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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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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11 Mar 2026 at 11:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found a different part to be better value.
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Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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12 Mar 2026 at 08:21
Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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12 Mar 2026 at 17:19
Adding my experience from February.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 20%.
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I was there in January and prices were great value.
Spent about $57/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
Spent about $57/day all-in. Quality was excellent.
My tip: midweek is golden hour.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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