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Thailand's largest island attracts one million tourists a year, thanks to its idyllic sandy beaches, luxurious hotels, indulgent spas, top-class golf courses, vibrant nightlife, and some of the best diving in the world.
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Quick Facts
- Currency:
- Thai Baht
- Language:
- Thai, though English is widely spoken
- Flight time:
- 14 hours
- GMT:
- + 7 hours
- Weather:
- In December-January temperatures are in the high20s-low 30sC/86-90F. Phuket is tropical and warm all year round. March to May is the hottest time of year with temperatures 30-34C/86-93F. Monsoon season is September-October
- Dialling code:
- 00 66 (76)
- Electricity:
- 220 volts, 50Hz. Plugs have two round pins so you need an adaptor
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