Explore Phuket

An island off the Andaman Sea that rose to international fame in the 1970s has become more than a beach destination. Besides the tropical greenery, gorgeous stretches of sand lined with coconut trees and crystal clear waters, Phuket is also a culturally rich town as a melting pot of various Asian cultures–namely Thai, Chinese and Malay–that create a unique atmosphere, local cuisine and architecture that are unlike any other cities in the world. It is also a place where local life and international flair met and merged, and over time transformed this isle into a colourful, unique destination with offerings that cater to every taste and need.

Enjoy Phuket however you like—through the lens of luxury: five-star resorts to farm-to-table restaurants, along with the best in fusion cuisine. Throw in some wellness and come-away-bliss, and you have one of what is deservedly among Thailand’s chart-topping destinations. There is also the unique local culture, and the best of everything Thailand has to offer outside Bangkok.

Navigating it, getting the best of it, where are you going to turn to but Tatler? Phuket is a year-round destination, but we can recommend seasons and celebrations: Chinese New Year is more than lively in Phuket Town. Thai New Year, or Songkran in mid-April as well as the thrilling Phuket Vegetarian Festival, also known as Nine Emperor Gods Festival, that is not for the faint-hearted. The island is also renowned for its annual sport events, namely the Laguna Phuket Marathon in June and the one-week Phuket King’s Cup Regatta which was inaugurated in 1987.