The amazing combination of nature, culture and adventure, Phuket remains one of the most popular holiday destinations among most travellers planning to reserve tickets to the Far East.

1. Summary
The amazing combination of nature,
culture and adventure, Phuket remains
one of the most popular holiday
destinations among most travellers
planning to reserve tickets to the Far
East. Here is a little travel info for those
boarding flights to this Thai destination
with a desire to enjoy a rewarding
vacation.

2. Phuket Travel Info – Important Facts
to Know before Planning Holiday
Walking along the wet soft sands and feeling the strokes of
the warm waters of the sea while relishing the beautiful
scenery of shimmering waters against the spectacular sight
of setting sun is something one would expect on an island
getaway! And if you are the one who dreams of the same
for a beach holiday, then Phuket is the perfect place to head
to. Not only this beautiful intangible experience, but Phuket
has a lot more to offer to the holidaymakers landing on
flights here. Check out some essential travel info to make
your vacation worth the cost of travel tickets.
Entry Requirements
Tourists, especially Britons planning to reserve air tickets on
flights heading to this Thai province should make sure to
carry a valid passport with a minimum validity of six months
the date of entry into Thailand. Entry to Thailand is normally
refused if the passport is damaged or has pages missing.
British passport holders arriving by flights can enter Thailand
for 30 days without a visa - this is known as a visa
exemption. It’s not possible to extend the stay beyond the
30 days granted by the visa exemption. If you plan to stay in
Thailand for longer than 30 days, you must get a visa before
boarding flights. For more information please contact the
Royal Thai Embassy or visit the website of the Foreign and
Commonwealth Office.

3. Phuket Travel Info – Important Facts
to Know before Planning Holiday
Flights Connectivity
Phuket International Airport is the second largest
international terminal in Thailand and handles various
international flights which connect many Far East
destinations as well as Middle Eastern region and the Down
Under. Thai Airways, Hong Kong Express, Dragonair, Air Asia,
Jetstar, Tigerair Philippines, Qatar Airways, Emirates etc. are
few popular airlines which operate scheduled flights to
Phuket. There are several domestic airlines as well, which
offer lucrative deals on air tickets from Bangkok and Chiang
Mai to reach here.
Roaming Around
The modern transportation system has made travelling easy
for locals as well as tourists, within Phuket. One can hire taxi
or tuk-tuk (three-wheelers) to roam around the Phuket
Town. On the other hand, budget travellers are often found
to purchase bus tickets for travelling. As island hopping is a
popular activity in Phuket, longtail boats remain convenient
mode of transfer.

4. Phuket Travel Info – Important Facts
to Know before Planning Holiday
Sightseeing
Don’t go by the geographical range of Phuket. Though the
province looks tiny, there is a plethora of sightseeing
options as well as enthralling activities which add great
value to the vacation. Nature lovers can head to Phuket
Butterfly Garden and Insect World, Khao Lak-Lam Ru
National Park; or if they want to cross the boundary of the
town, a getaway in nearby Phi-Phi Island or Phang Nga Bay
can be an excellent choice to give flights to their fancies. On
the other hand, culture vultures are often found on
a quest for tickets to various art galleries. A tour
to the Old Phuket Town is a great way to explore the
historical significance of the township.