Phuket Expensive? Flight Hotel Bangla OTOP Food Drink & more! Patong Phuket Thailand
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 มี.ค. 2023
- Patong Phuket high season: Flight, Hotel, Food, Drink, Expensive? Let's see...
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Love the fact that most tourists are herd animals and overpopulate certain destinations like Phuket, Pattaya, BKK, Chiang Mai. It keeps the rest of Thailand relatively safe and enjoyable
So funny but true😀
Not just tourists...in my country not one wants to go regional they all wanna stay in the big cities...jobs go begging in regional Australia...and where I'm from (the most beautiful place in Australia!!) Tasmania; it's seen as a backwater,hahaha!
We are herd animals the world across, bro!You just happen to buck the trend 😊
Wouldn't say herd mentality (don't forget, animals travel in herds for safety). Most people want to go where the entertainment's at. Which happens to be the places you've mentioned. Most countries are the same.
Amen to that. I was thinking it might not be possible to find my paradise in Asia as all the places I planned to retire before are now overrun with tourists. Not complaining but thankful for the herd mentality.
Don't say that too loudly the word won't get out.🤫
Stayed in Kata Beach in late January . Would never stay in Patong again. Appreciate no noise after midnight. Plus the beach is awesome.
It's been a decade since I was last in Patong. Watching your walking tour let me reflect on my own travel wishes for the future. I now realize that I've moved on from the tourist / party scene but I wouldn't have know that for sure until I watched this - so Thank You for resetting my goals. Always looking forward to your videos.
Agreed Edward. It's great to see the Patong/BangLa vibrant energy back but I'm down for max 48 hrs of full-on and then on my way lol. But I'll be back to tour around the Island later as we both know there's much more to Phuket than BangLa etc and much chiller too.
I am no doubt in the minority - but I love the chaotic edgy craziness that Patong offers and wouldn't choose anywhere else to be in Phuket,but that's just me...I get why others choose the more laid back serene,relaxed places in Phuket(everyone's different).
Look hard enough and there's somewhere on this island that offers something for most...😉
Judging by the numbers, you're not alone. Many like to stay in Patong exactly for the reasons you described, energy, buzz, night life, plus the beach, malls, markets etc all within walking distance. Then use Patong as a home base and explore the island. Phuket is a BIG island with something for everyone.
My last trip back in November to Phuket I went with a friend and we ended up in RaiWai. It’s a great place to stay, much more chill very friendly vibe, good nightlife and beautiful beaches nearby. Renting a motorbike is essential as there’s a lot to explore around the local area! Got to meet a few long term expats who love it too!
Hi Roy. You just missed the rush methinks. I too was headed to Rawai area with a plan to get a condo for a month and tour around. Looked on both FB & AirBnb and availability plus any deals are fairly scarce at this time. So will regroup and try again after Songkran.
Rawai is perfect if you want to avoid all the crowds, and its very much affordable and peacefull compared to patong indeed. Nice area to stay if you want to live in phuket.
Just wanted to give a heads up to anyone watching this, that's there's one more transportation option from the Phuket airport, the official taxi stand. Most tourists see the those Kiosks advertising Taxi - Minibus by the doors and don't realize if they turn left there and keep walking there's an official taxi stand that works much the same as the official taxis at the Bangkok airports.
In my experience it is a decent price going FROM the airport to Phuket with vans with many different customers. This is controlled. The problem is going back TO the airport. That could be a shame.
I paid 200 Baht to return to the airport, simply jumped in the Airport Van by the beach
22:09 Must add 1. Celebrate and 2. Ladie's Night by Kool and the Gang. 3. Sweet Caroline. 4. Take Me Home, Country Roads. 5. Mony, Mony.
lol in defence of one of those songs, THIS rendition (& pub) was a blast: th-cam.com/video/b7hFYO0ILW0/w-d-xo.htmlsi=lR2HU4CjPM5EJFBk&t=1853
Also THIS at same pub: th-cam.com/video/ffjBUJ9qLqE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=mChPTYF5Ypwpqw2N&t=1579
But this classic was TOP: th-cam.com/video/Ow5AFEVkAZE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=NUfbZIg66QQHOC2h&t=1856
@@SideTripLife Not sure if I should risk it... Don't want to have any neuro associations of thise gatbage songs with STL... haha.
Yes, we saw that video. Not the worst cover of it, so we still love STL!
:) th-cam.com/video/KBtFmJ2K2j4/w-d-xo.html
Glad to see Thailand thriving but completely agree on needing a bit more of a relaxed vibe beach scene. Looking forward to the next video!
Good to see you back STL. Agree that this scene probably not for me, but good that business booming for them. Look forward to more vids by the sea.
Thx TGE. Having seen a mostly deserted Patong back in 2020 it's great to see it bounce back again (and what a bounce!) Here's my prev visit in comparison: th-cam.com/video/Ry_lQjg04K8/w-d-xo.html
STL. Always gets a thumbs up from me…. Living the life I want (soon I’ll be joining you buddy) thanks for the content.
'Phuket is expensive and Pattaya is cheap' is an often used comparison...
In Patong, move back away from the beach and the Bangla area to Soi Nanai(plus its surrounds)and prices are very similar to Pattaya...
I spend plenty of time in both cities and find zero difference in cost...
Great comment. Nanai Rd many great little cafes, bars, guesthouses, you name it and yes, Pattaya like prices. Instead some CHOOSE to go straight to the most expensive American restaurant or Irish Pub etc in tourist central and proclaim "Phuket's expensive!' (lol;) Still, even on Bangla, can find beer prices like on Buakhao, or, CHOOSE to spend a lot more at a western chain etc and then complain about the prices... up2u as they say.
@@SideTripLife Second the comment on Nanai, plus its still walkable to the beach. I heard from locals that there were plans to turn Nanai into a second entertainment complex (sadly).
Love your vids, really looking forward to the island ones!
Well, I am currently in Patong, Phuket and I would say that is expensive place to be. Unless, you prefer outskirt places a little bit more cheaper compare to Patong. I was in different areas of Thailand. For example I stayed in Pattaya, it was fairly cheap and good accomodation at reasonable price comes bit of luxury, food cheap , transport amazingly cheap and plenty. But, Phuket another level and really expensive. Just give you little example,. I travel about 1.2 miles to beach side and cost minumum 100 baht on motor, and same distance in pattay cost 35 baht.. Food and drinks twice of pattaya.. So, yes it is expensive place to be, but I am here just for sake of seen the place, nothing special except couple places need to be seen then it's over. These are my live opinion as I am in Phuket now.. thanks all.
But still cheaper than home so stop moaning you go on holiday and become s skinflint just spend your money
It's still very cheap to visit thailand and i always love to travel in the kingdom kap.🙏
Great video STL. Heading there with friends April 10th from Isaan. Looking forward to it. Keep em coming brother.
Awesome to see you back , the condo vid was awesome , the one before this one.
We are back in Siem Reap from Koh Samui. It was beautiful but unsure if we will be back. Was a little too much for us and slightly annoying to get there. We went the Ferry, Bus, Fly to get back to Bangkok and it took around 7hrs. Phuket looked a bit similar but just more tourists, thanks for the great Vlog.
Samui best after April, far fewer ppl also clearest water. Koh Phangan still my fav chill Isle (just avoid FM party as it fills up;) Loved your guys latest vid on your 'FOR RIEL'' Cambodia channel, Siem Reap street food and cafes look amazing!
I’ve been to Phuket so many times, but not since the pandemic……it certainly is busy, prices are a bit more now but they are like that here in Hua Hin also…..nice video STL can’t wait to see if you get a nice condo for the month there!
thank you for sharing .
Just from listening to you speaking one can definitely says you’re very happy with your trips😊 I don’ t know but I think you smile along the way when you describing things. Keep up this good attitude and enjoy! Thanks TH-cam’s algorithm bringing me here though.
My visual impression: I really liked that hotel room interior. Wouldn't mind finding that in a monthly condo high-rise.
Fun Phuket tour thanks for the interesting viewpoints!
Very very informative- thanks😊
lovely compilation
Absolutely fantastic Video. I have been to phuket many times and this is how you present a video for new people going there. excellent video. *liked and Subbed*
Thanks!
Another STL treat. This Canadians says keep up the great work.
27:49 - This is called “Nageln” in Austria 🇦🇹 And the last to hit their nail in the wood (with the most difficult thin part of the hammer) buys a round of shots (Schnapps to be exact!) And I think it’s law here to play it ONLY when drunk! Lol😜😉😂
Thank you keep them rolling STL ! Enjoy
lol thx
SOOOOOOO honored you came by the LiveStream my Canadian friend! ;-) Hope you're great. FWIW, I live on Suk 101/1 and am over in TDPk often ;-) Smoothie?
My pleasure, least I could do for an honorary Canuck eh;) On the road currently but smoothie on me next time I'm back in the hood.
Its been a few years (maybe 10) since I was in Patong but I can't help notice it looks more like Pattaya now 😔such a shame. Also stayed at Surin Beach and Nai Harn both were a lot more chill. Looking forward to your next stop 🙂
Yep, Patong is currently bursting at the seams it seems. However, as you point out there's many beautiful quieter spots all over Phuket
Great video. I love your go-with-the-flow attitude and how you look for the good deals. I am currently in Jomtien Beach. The air quality here has made sick so I was thinking of headed down for 1 month Phuket to see if I can do long term. Patong beach is fun for a holiday but not for a 1 year stay. I need a beach that is walking distance to cheap food, condo with a lap pool, gym, and fast internet. I was going to check out Kata beach first. I'll be looking forward to your review of other location you check out. Cheers, John from the USA.
Thanks John. As you'll likely see in next vid, condo deals and availability are rather scarce currently (well, in Naiharn/Rawai etc where my focus is, but even Kathu condo deals & availability are getting harder to find). Also AirBnB prices are thru the roof and getting more difficult to find. More on this in next vid probably. STL
Great content and video information. Many thanks We want more :)
just found your u tube on Phuket. was awesome to watch, thank you, and get some hints.Patong definetley not our scene...lol. Hubby and i thinking of going back after 35 years ( we now 71) definetly be picking the quiet top beach. thanks for hints. was just lovely to follow you around. felt like I was on holiday. well done. cheers Suzi Invercargill, New Zealand
Very nice video. Hope to visit Thailand soon. Keep safe!
Oh man so good to see you flying over Prachuap, I won't stop thanking you for inspiring one of the best travel routs in SEA.
Thanks but... made that vid about Prachuap Khiri Khan 5 years ago and there were hardly any westerners in PKK at that time. Now soooo many foreigners have moved there I almost regret making that vid...
I just started watching your channel several days ago and love it. I have been to Thailand 3 times in the past 20 years and plan on retiring there. Not sure what part though. I will have to sample a few different areas. But, thank you for all the information. One point I would like to make. You stated that the Phuket airport handles 20 million visitors a year. You may want to research that a little more. The prepandemic tourist count for 2019 was 40 million. That means that half went to Phuket. Doing the math that means that over 54,000 go to Phuket each day which translates to 2283 per hour around the clock. That seems a bit high. Still love your work. All the best to you.
Enjoyed the trip, keep em coming. Going here May 8 to 22... :P
Really good informative video, you really find some great deals on hotels to stay, we are like you and always need a swimming pool, we normally stay in pretty nice 4 to 5 star but you have proven that you can get a nice place a lot cheaper, will start trying that, we liked your place you showed tonight even though a bit close to the action, also, really like your condo and the area in Bangkok. We (being my partner and I) are coming to Bangkok, Hua Hin and Ko Samui in a few weeks, will be there for Songkran, havn't travelled since Covid hit, so, really looking forward to it, although. looks very busy now. Never been to Koh Samui before, so, looking forward to that part of our journey, coming from New Zealand. Been to Phuket many times, loved Khao Lak, more laid back. Look forward to your next video
thanks for the graph. Looks like most of the smog is coming into Thailand via Cambodia.
Thailand needs to do more of course but for sure the majority of the haze/smoke is from Cambo, Laos and Myanmar, thus needs an ASEAN approach (likely paying farmers NOT to burn). There's also a big problem in Cambo with burning brush and forest land.
Loving your Thailand videos. STL.
Thank you for a good video. How was the noise during the night at the hotel ? And, was it clean ?
Thank you.
Nice, man. Coming down from Bangkok to Pattaya tomorrow, Sunday 12th, for a month. From Pattaya I'll swing by Phuket for a few days, and after, I'm flying out to stay in Chiang Mai.
Don`t get me wrong.... I love to Party... But I think 1 or 2 days and I would want out..... Great to see the World getting back to Normal....Great Job STL :-)))
Nice one. I am not interested in Patong area but i'm sure you'll fine many gems in other areas in Phuket. I watched your Koh Chang playlist many times over and it was like i knew the island while i was there. Looking forward to see the upcoming vids. Cheers!
Thanks! Outside of Patong there's many gems around Phuket, as we shall hopefully see.
Too pricey go to pattaya
Another good vid. Your voice sounds healthier now. Doesn't look like my kind of place, but that's why you can show us, and let us decide. Look forward to next adventure.
Thanks Robert. The air in the South is MUCH better this time of year. Love Phuket, just a wee bit busy at the moment so will return after April.
Just FYI i travelled throughout Thailand by motorbike in 1990, past Chang Rai north several days until i ran out of food ( i did eat fried grasshoppers at one stage ) then back south to Pattaya, then down to Phuket which was pretty empty just beautiful beaches. I watch your vlogs 😳 and marvel at how many tourists there are now!
Love this video! My husband & I were there last year and you just have to experience Bangla Road at least once, right? We prefer a mellow scene and there were plenty in Phuket! Thanks for sharing this video 😊
Keen to see what you find - Still love ur work Man
Beer prices are the same as in 1992 when i was there the first time, good deal.😆
Thank you for sharing your experience. I haven’t been back since 1998. Missed out on the zero tourist experience during Covid. The scene you shared is not for me anymore, I need a more chill relaxing atmosphere with way less people. Can’t wait to visit soon, will certainly stay away during busy season.
👍🏾entertaining video.
Thanks 👍
Happy Weekend. STL.
Always informative. The room is nice. And def front-row seats.
Crazy how fast food chains even get a look in. With all the good food around.
Love you always tip.
Great name for a weed shop.
Mr. Bright side. Love it.
Good to see it buzzing. Too much for me also.
Yes, ice cream is a winner. Great combo.
Noise check. I hope you sleep.
Good vibes. Great video. Liked. Shared. Happy Weekend.
'Mr. Bright side. Love it' Ditto! Have a lovely weekend Nicky & Buddy
@@SideTripLife 🥰
@@SideTripLife thank you and you 😃
Good job
Very enjoyable video, thanks for the look around Phuket. Not my cup of tea, as I already suspected, but you've saved me ever bothering to waste the time and money finding out for myself. aka JG in TX
Welcome💐💐💐🙏
😊
Nice video fellow hoser. Can't wait to get back to Thailand.
Thx & koo loo koo koo backatcha eh ;)
Amazing video. Guess no sleep for you.😊Have a great day. Cheers.!😎
Cheers SIR! Sleep was surprisingly good btw
Mai Khao is amazing, Koh Nom also. So quier with amazing beaches
Oh how I miss Thailand... but I'll be back there in less than four weeks.
Cool'
I'm heading back to Thailand in April, still deciding if I want to go back to Koh Phangan or try somewhere else. Great video. I think this would be fun for a weekend but yeah no way I could spend a month here.
Enjoy the heat! It's insanely hot in April. I will be there next week.
Love your videos man! Keep up the good work!!!!
Welcome to thailand my friend
Thanks 👍
I think we both laughed at the same moment when the older guy started looking at that cool girl in white pants. hahahaha love it broo
Great Vlog. I enjoyed it...
Regards Australia
I find driving more dangerous lately … you’re right driving here in Phuket has changed with the influx of new residents … coming from Chiang Mai I noticed immediately 😮 what to do … who knows
Never been to Phuket. Having watched your video I doubt I ever will.
Horrendous place.
Just had 3 nights on Koh Sichang.
Lots of walking and lots of hills. Not many people. Just how I like it
Wouldn't judge Phuket by Patong. Khao Lak up North is amazing, Laguna area is lovely, as is Phromthep and several others. Btw, love Koh Sichang, will be doing a vid there soon.
Welcome back!
Cheers Jonathan, great to be back! Btw, for any looking in who missed my 'away' series (=almost everyone lol;), maybe have a gander at what y'all missed: th-cam.com/video/ZUEeF5qIH3o/w-d-xo.html
One night in Phuket makes a grown man humble.....
The good thing is. You can have a mad crazy night out and the next a quite evening away from the craziness. There is something there for all. It’s all a mixture of madness. Go there open minded. Be careful and enjoy. We’re there in 11 days time can’t wait for round 2. Love form 🇬🇧
Great point, true! Have a great round 2 - I'll also be back :)
Same hotel I stayed in three years ago. Was ok for a couple nights .
Based on your (sorta) discreet camera angles, I can see you have good taste. Keep up the good work ;-)
There was another Khun Sa from that area of the world, he didn't sell Penang Gai though...
I used to work near Bangla RD 10 years ago, WOW this place has got more expensive than Spain.. !! crazy prices
Hi ya! BC peeps here to check out the places you recommend!
Hey there my fellow BC'rs
C U Soon Phuket! I LUV the Frenetic Action. Cheers STL! (-:
Great to see the buzz back in Patong! (for the 1st 24 hours at least lol) Here's how it looked on my last visit, what a difference: th-cam.com/video/Ry_lQjg04K8/w-d-xo.html
@@SideTripLife Yes STL great to see the vibe back. A Beach may be a beach but needs a surrounding vibe to keep it interesting.
come to cambodia too cos it next each has warm welcome...
Definitely will come to Cambodia again upcoming
Hey, I'm curious what camera or phone that u use to vlog?
I will subscribe to your channel because I like it, best regards
Cheers
Nice positive vibe this video !!!! Keep up the good work are that Hooters girls Asian?American?????
Wow, I can't believe how crazy Phuket is now. I was there on New Years Eve of 2017 and it wasn't even this bad. I wouldn't want to be there when it is this nuts, but thanks for showing us what it is like and the prices for things.
Yep, Patong is pretty full-on at the moment but there's so much more to Phuket than BangLa/Patong. So on my return we'll look at some of the 40 or so other beaches around the island and many chiller areas too.
Jody how are you ,visit the seychelles island
That was funny...the looks these girls got....some things never change I guess🤭
Still, the dynamics are changing you see more and more families and friends rather than the usual" mentioned above
OTOP has always been our favorite hangout🥰
Lily would heartily agree it appears ;)
A tour of Rawai would be nice 👍
Rawai is my planned home base, we shall see....
usually any view of weight machines is obscured / flanked . lined up where each machine blocks the ones behind it in line. it’s a common thing in these videos.
NICE TO VISIT BEAUTIFUL.THAILAND ,SOME CHEAP FOR US .FROM US CA
I remember it back in 94 not sure about your domestic flight pick ..
Great video as usual. Good to see you back in Thailand. We had a week at The Surin last year and it was bliss. Fabulous hotel on a private beach and very quiet! Must be getting old!😂 Look forward to more from Phuket. Keep up the great work!
Thx ADD. Love Surin, one of many fab and chiller places around Phuket.
Yes
Staying in Patong this week and motorbiking everywhere. Kata and Karon are very unappealing this week. Very overcrowded even more than Patong.
Everywhere it's Russian tourists. If you know where to go and look around, you can avoid all this. The edges of Patong are magic. Old Phuket is great. The mall is actually full of cheap eats. Phuket is cleaner than most tourist places.
Loving your videos mate but this looks like my worst nightmare sadly
Many lovely areas around Phuket, Patong is just the current epi-centre so had to show it.
In patong last nite,5g+ts for 200baht
Top draw Sidetrip
Cheers Bill
@21:23 had to turn around 🤣🤣🤣
lol
Is the don Mueang golf course still active?
FORE sure!
Thanks for adding $CAD prices
Bout time eh;)
Its amazing how its so busy so good to see
Good lookin room for around bt 1000