Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. Solid 7/10.
Premium experiences in Phuket — worth the money?
Started by BayAreaBob · 9 Mar 2026 · 1440 views
Posts: 1,924
Rep: 0
Joined: Feb 2026
Location: Austin, TX
15 Mar 2026 at 03:37
Austin Alex — Austin, TX
0
Posts: 1,830
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Toronto, Canada
15 Mar 2026 at 12:00
I was there in February and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $100/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Weekdays are quieter and better.
0
Posts: 1,914
Rep: 0
Joined: Feb 2026
Location: Dallas, TX
15 Mar 2026 at 14:17
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
0
Posts: 1,887
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Auckland, NZ
15 Mar 2026 at 20:59
How's the weather there compared to Thailand?
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
0
Posts: 1,993
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Washington, DC
15 Mar 2026 at 21:45
Did you feel safe using taxis?
0
Posts: 1,927
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Vancouver, Canada
16 Mar 2026 at 00:09
Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
0
Posts: 1,865
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Birmingham, UK
16 Mar 2026 at 00:32
How's the weather there compared to Thailand?
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
0
Posts: 1,861
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Calgary, Canada
16 Mar 2026 at 09:14
100% agree. The value there is hard to beat.
Calgary Kevin — Calgary, Canada
0
Posts: 1,832
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Edmonton, Canada
16 Mar 2026 at 17:00
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Northern Lights
0
Posts: 1,841
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Montreal, Canada
16 Mar 2026 at 18:39
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
Montreal Max — Montreal, Canada
0