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Tell me pliiz, is it worth it to go on vacation to Phuket from mid-May ...
We want to go to Tai from 12.05 for the first time, it so happened that in the off-season there is such an opportunity, but I read terrible reviews about the fact that the sea is stormy after May 5, you can drown and also not visit the Similans. And now I’m already upset that I will have to postpone the trip .I really want to go to Bond Island. Please tell me if it is worth going at this time.
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Karamel74, May is the second month of summer, but not yet the rainy season. It officially starts in June =) May is characterized by light short-term and extremely rare precipitation (mainly only at night), very little excitement on the western side, which does not interfere with swimming in the sea. The Similans will be closed, this must be acknowledged. They are always closed in late April - early May, but James Bond is a year-round destination. I think you won't go wrong with the holiday season. Don't worry and pack your bags!
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answered 13 years ago
I would not advise at this time to go to Phuket. It is not the rains that are terrible, but the restless sea. Since April, news about drowned farangs has appeared in local newspapers. The Similans are closed. If it is the Andaman coast that attracts you, consider Krabi, it will still be calmer there, maybe the weather will be good. In general, this is the time for the resorts of the Gulf of Thailand - Koh Samui, Tao, Koh Phangan.
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answered 13 years ago
Pack, that's not entirely true. You use too loud words: "terrible not rains, but restless sea", "drowned farangs". I live in Phuket and not the first year. Believe me, the subject of this question is known to me firsthand. Compared to the January weather, the May weather is undeniably inferior. But the man immediately wrote that he knew that he was traveling in the off-season. As for Krabi, there is no entertainment, no shopping, a weak excursion. In Phuket and entertainment, and shopping, and excursion. If it’s important to take on the sea, we can advise the eastern side of Phuket.
As for Samui, Tao, Koh Phangan, I think there is little pleasant there now. All efforts of local authorities are focused on the restoration of infrastructure damaged by floods. Fortunately, in Phuket there was no such blow of the elements, and therefore there is no need to restore anything here. Be that as it may, I think the author himself will choose where he wants to relax and have a great time, regardless of the place.
As for Samui, Tao, Koh Phangan, I think there is little pleasant there now. All efforts of local authorities are focused on the restoration of infrastructure damaged by floods. Fortunately, in Phuket there was no such blow of the elements, and therefore there is no need to restore anything here. Be that as it may, I think the author himself will choose where he wants to relax and have a great time, regardless of the place.
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answered 13 years ago
Waldi, were you in Krabi or Koh Samui in May?
What I want to say ... (in no case meaning to offend you) - every sandpiper praises his swamp.
Z.Y. There is shopping in Krabi, and a good excursion ... Unless, there are no carbon monoxide discos and carrot parties.
What I want to say ... (in no case meaning to offend you) - every sandpiper praises his swamp.
Z.Y. There is shopping in Krabi, and a good excursion ... Unless, there are no carbon monoxide discos and carrot parties.
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answered 13 years ago
Pachok, I go to Krabi twice a week. So, trust me, there is NO shopping there. In the sense in which it is in Phuket. And there is NO good tour. Prove otherwise. What is there? Phi Phi, emerald lake, thermal springs, Tiger Cave temple and a couple of reserves. ALL! =)) And I also visited Koh Samui many times. There excursions are even scarcer =) Don't be offended, I don't want to offend you either - it's just a fact =) The more developed the infrastructure and the tourist flow, the more offers the market gives. This is the law of business =)
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answered 13 years ago
Yes, on Koh Samui not for a tour :))) Although for five days there is something to do tightly.
Well, what about Phuket?
Similans are closed in May.
They carry on Pi-Pi, as well as from Ao Nang,
Khao Sok, same as with Ao Nang ..
No fantasy, it's true.
There is also a wonderful excursion from Phuket, which is called "KRABI"! :))) So from Krabi to Krabi is closer :)))
Bond ... to be honest, I don’t remember exactly, but it seems that they also offered it on Ao Nang.
Different "factories" of latex, pearls and other crap I do not attribute either to excursions or to shopping.
Well, what about Phuket?
Similans are closed in May.
They carry on Pi-Pi, as well as from Ao Nang,
Khao Sok, same as with Ao Nang ..
No fantasy, it's true.
There is also a wonderful excursion from Phuket, which is called "KRABI"! :))) So from Krabi to Krabi is closer :)))
Bond ... to be honest, I don’t remember exactly, but it seems that they also offered it on Ao Nang.
Different "factories" of latex, pearls and other crap I do not attribute either to excursions or to shopping.
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answered 13 years ago
Let's compare:
what is in Phuket and Krabi:
- Phi Phi
- James Bond
- Khao Sok
- Krabi islands
What is only in Krabi:
- Emerald Lake
- Hot Springs
- Koh Lanta
- Tiger Cave Temple
What is only in Phuket:
- Khao Lak
- Rafting in Phang Nga
- Coral Island
- Islands of Racha and Raya
- Khai Island
- Fantasy Show
- Simon Cabaret
- Show "Palazzo"
- Adult XXX Show
- Big Buddha
+ there is a huge souvenir center, latex factories and jewelry factories. This is not in such a developed state in Krabi (I see this as a plus), but for someone shopping THIS KIND is also of some value. So, all by request =)
what is in Phuket and Krabi:
- Phi Phi
- James Bond
- Khao Sok
- Krabi islands
What is only in Krabi:
- Emerald Lake
- Hot Springs
- Koh Lanta
- Tiger Cave Temple
What is only in Phuket:
- Khao Lak
- Rafting in Phang Nga
- Coral Island
- Islands of Racha and Raya
- Khai Island
- Fantasy Show
- Simon Cabaret
- Show "Palazzo"
- Adult XXX Show
- Big Buddha
+ there is a huge souvenir center, latex factories and jewelry factories. This is not in such a developed state in Krabi (I see this as a plus), but for someone shopping THIS KIND is also of some value. So, all by request =)
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answered 13 years ago
Are there excursions to the Krabi Islands (Poda, Hong, etc.) from Phuket? The first time I've heard...
All bay islands on the east side of Phuket are accessible from both Phuket and Krabi, the islands on the west coast of Phuket are not accessible during off-season.
Coral is Surin? There is it with Krabi for sure.
Loses on the show, I agree. But, as for me, you don’t need to go to Phuket for the sake of shows alone :) You can “cover” them in Bangkok at the beginning or end of the trip. The same applies to shopping - it will be cheaper and more extensive.
All bay islands on the east side of Phuket are accessible from both Phuket and Krabi, the islands on the west coast of Phuket are not accessible during off-season.
Coral is Surin? There is it with Krabi for sure.
Loses on the show, I agree. But, as for me, you don’t need to go to Phuket for the sake of shows alone :) You can “cover” them in Bangkok at the beginning or end of the trip. The same applies to shopping - it will be cheaper and more extensive.
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answered 13 years ago
If you compare shopping with Bangkok, then any other city in Bangkok will lose =) What is only one Chatuchak worth or shopping centers Siam Paragon, Central World, Central Chidlom, etc.
Coral is a small island near Phuket - fifteen minutes by boat.
Excursion to the islands of Krabi includes about. Hong, and Railay with Pranang, and Fr. Poda, and Taleweg, and Fr. Guy.
Surin - I forgot to write =)) He is also from Phuket and Krabi.
And in Phuket soon (in favor of the same shows) Siam Niramit will open =))
Coral is a small island near Phuket - fifteen minutes by boat.
Excursion to the islands of Krabi includes about. Hong, and Railay with Pranang, and Fr. Poda, and Taleweg, and Fr. Guy.
Surin - I forgot to write =)) He is also from Phuket and Krabi.
And in Phuket soon (in favor of the same shows) Siam Niramit will open =))
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answered 13 years ago
EVERYTHING WANTED!!! Probably May 6th :)
I hope the author of the question learned something useful from our correspondence :)
I hope the author of the question learned something useful from our correspondence :)
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answered 13 years ago
It is a pity that the Similans are closed, because there is white sand and such beauty. And what is the difference between the islands of Bond and Similans?
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answered 13 years ago
and please tell me why the Similans are closed at the beginning of May. Thanks in advance.
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answered 13 years ago
ospidya ... yes, because of the waves! in mid-April, the monsoon season begins, STORMS.
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answered 13 years ago
Alfini, I'm sorry, but I would not be so confident in your place to say that the monsoon season here begins in April. APRIL and MAY are two summer months. And the rainy season starts in June. So don't confuse people.
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answered 13 years ago
I don't confuse anything. starts from April.
don't confuse rain with storms.
don't confuse rain with storms.
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answered 13 years ago
Karamel 74, Similan is closed by decision of the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Environment. Firstly, this is due to the need to create favorable conditions for the restoration of the biosystem of coral reefs and live weight in the Similan Islands area. Plus - at this time plankton begins to bloom on the Similans - nothing is visible. And because of the plankton, whale sharks come =))) Incredible beauties. Very few diving boats (if they can get permission from the aforementioned ministry) go until almost the end of May. But one-day speed-boat tours are closed. Secondly, the second summer month from 20 numbers is marked by the beginning of the change of seasons. The wind gradually changes its direction from northeast to southwest and small waves appear on the western side. If this does not threaten fishing boats moving at the speed of a turtle, then speed-bots simply start jumping wildly over the waves. Therefore, for the safety of tourists, only speed boat tours are cancelled. In general, the waves are very small. So, do not listen to everyone who will dissuade and feel free to go!
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answered 13 years ago
Dear Alfini, that's exactly what you are confusing. I live here - in Phuket, and you - in Ukraine. I understand that you in Ukraine can see better what happens HERE in Phuket in April and May. And I think that based on this it is useless to discuss with you.
Read here and inform your customers adequately:
http://www.mandarinn.ru/1144/countrys/1012/835/phuket/pogoda_phuket.html
Read here and inform your customers adequately:
http://www.mandarinn.ru/1144/countrys/1012/835/phuket/pogoda_phuket.html
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answered 13 years ago
what kind of clients are we talking about? I myself am a tourist, in Tae 8 times.
Of course, you expats are better off with tourists in all seasons, because for most of you, it's a livelihood. one writes - "everyone go to chumpon all year round", the other "give Phuket in May", the third one - "Pattaya is a resort for the whole family" :)) it all depends on who lives where and how he earns.
I believe only tourists and only those who have not settled there.
Of course, you expats are better off with tourists in all seasons, because for most of you, it's a livelihood. one writes - "everyone go to chumpon all year round", the other "give Phuket in May", the third one - "Pattaya is a resort for the whole family" :)) it all depends on who lives where and how he earns.
I believe only tourists and only those who have not settled there.
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answered 13 years ago
Please note that I am not promoting or suggesting anything. I have a calm discussion. In response, I already receive a veiled insult "donkey". Plus, again, you idealize your own knowledge of Thailand too much. Be simple. I see that you are an expert in any country (you can clearly see in your profile what questions you answer). So maybe, sometimes, when you don’t know the exact answer, make it clear that this is your IMHO, and not a 100% axiom.
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answered 13 years ago
) It's funny. I meant "donkey" - a verb, not an animal!!! That is, the expats settled down, settled down. Is there anything offensive in this for you?
I always write only what I know. For those countries where he himself was. IMHO - this is when a person has an opinion, when he has experience - this is not IMHO, but EXPERIENCE.
Something is also visible in your profile - you offer to write to you in a personal about shops and excursions. I think I guessed right about your occupation in Phuket.
I always write only what I know. For those countries where he himself was. IMHO - this is when a person has an opinion, when he has experience - this is not IMHO, but EXPERIENCE.
Something is also visible in your profile - you offer to write to you in a personal about shops and excursions. I think I guessed right about your occupation in Phuket.
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answered 13 years ago
Alfini, if you don’t understand why you go to Tai 8 times, then I wrote FOR THE FIRST TIME as above, and there’s nothing to be touched by my ignorance.
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answered 13 years ago
Well hello, here we go! You will now reproach me with knowledge of the Russian language. Has it been a long time since they themselves cursed him for the last time? Experience is a very individual thing, as is opinion. So, do not boast of your experience, which represents YOUR PERSONAL opinion.
You guessed nothing =) Do not make hasty conclusions. I don’t sell anything here and don’t offer it =) I just suggest how, where and who you can contact on the spot in order to get a quality and comfortable stay, otherwise, divorced, sorry, there are so many know-it-alls on the forums that it’s time to open the hunting season.
You guessed nothing =) Do not make hasty conclusions. I don’t sell anything here and don’t offer it =) I just suggest how, where and who you can contact on the spot in order to get a quality and comfortable stay, otherwise, divorced, sorry, there are so many know-it-alls on the forums that it’s time to open the hunting season.
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answered 13 years ago
Karamel74, Nebdly usually says "thank you" for answering a question.
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answered 13 years ago
Somehow I'm losing the thread of the conversation... Who "covered" the Russian language? Who reproached? some nonsense...
I read you a little. You have a company in Phuket offering excursions. I understand that "know-it-alls" are enemies for you, they deprive you of a piece of bread :)
I read you a little. You have a company in Phuket offering excursions. I understand that "know-it-alls" are enemies for you, they deprive you of a piece of bread :)
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answered 13 years ago
Alfini, I also read you =) That's why I wrote what I read (by the way, who covered the Russian language). I don't have a tour company. But to give people advice on who to turn to for excursions, how to go to shops without intermediaries - no one will forbid me to give such advice.
Realizing that this flame will not give anything productive to anyone, I leave you the opportunity to accuse me of conspiracy (after all, I have a company that sells excursions) and enjoy your vacation in Thailand 9 times. All the best!
Realizing that this flame will not give anything productive to anyone, I leave you the opportunity to accuse me of conspiracy (after all, I have a company that sells excursions) and enjoy your vacation in Thailand 9 times. All the best!
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answered 13 years ago
As for the prices for the excursions that I cited earlier, if my company during the season was engaged in a comparative analysis of the excursion market in order to select high-quality partners for tour operators and implicitly offered these excursions to our customers, then these reasons are not enough to think that I offer these excursions now.
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answered 13 years ago
"Are you going to Krabi or Koh Samui on May 6? =)"
And on Koh Samui, and in Krabi, and in a couple of other places, if there is enough time and the weather is favorable!
And on Koh Samui, and in Krabi, and in a couple of other places, if there is enough time and the weather is favorable!
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answered 13 years ago
Wanting is not harmful! Better read the reviews of tourists for May 2010. This will be much more useful than reading a squabble on the forum.
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