About Phuket

PHUKET, Thailand’s largest and most popular island at all time, located in the Andaman Sea at the southern of Thailand has the most white sandy beaches, azure blue water, romantic sunset viewpoint, exotic Southern cuisine and the charming Sino-Portuguese buildings in the old town. The island is a dream-like destination for adventure travelers, nature-lovers and conference attendees around the world.

How to get there

• Phuket Airport (http://www.phuketairportthai.com/en)
           o Direct international flights are available from Australia, Cambodia, China, Malaysia, Qatar, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, and United Arab Emirates.
            o Domestic flights are available from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi/Donmuang), Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Hatyai, Samui, Udon Thani, and U-Tapao

• Phuket Airport to Venue (Patong beach area)
            o Public transport: Limousine, van, taxi, and airport bus are available at the airport.
           (http://phuketairportthai.com/en/498-phuket-public-transport)
            o Hotel limousine (Please visit “Hotel Information” page for more information)
            o Car rental (http://phuketairportthai.com/en/1457-phuket-airport-car-rental)

Weather

• October is the end of rainy season in Phuket.

• Average temperature is around 24°C – 32°C

• Phuket weather forcast: (https://www.tourismthailand.org/About-Thailand/weather-detail?dc=0018&dn=Phuket)

Utilities & Facilities

• Electricity
            o The standard electricity in Thailand is 220 VAC (50 Hz).
            o The most common power sockets are type A, B, and C.

• SIM
          Prepaid tourist SIMs are available from Thailand’s major mobile operators. For more information, please click logo

Attraction (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Search?view=350)

• Phuket City and Viewpoint
           o Laem Phromthep: The south-most tip of Phuket island and beautiful sunset spot
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Laem-Phromthep--653)
           o Kata Karon Viewpoint: Viewpoint of beautiful Kata Noi, Kata, and Karon beaches
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Kata-Karon-Viewpoint--663)
           o Old Phuket Town: Chino-Portugal Architecture Building
            (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Old-Phuket-Town--6323)

• Temple
           o Wat Chalong (Chalong Temple): One of the most notable temples in Phuket
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Wat-Chalong-or-Wat-Chaitaram--5463)
           o Wat Phra Thong (Phra Thong Temple)
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Wat-Phra-Thong--671)
           o Wat Phra Yai (Big Buddha Temple): Phuket’s largest statue of Lord Buddha
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Wat-Phra-Yai-Big-Buddha-Temple--6344)

• Beach and Island
           o Hat Pathong (Pathong Beach): Popular beach for tourist
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Hat-Patong--666)
           o Hat Kamala (Kamala Beach): Peaceful and quiet beach
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Hat-Kamala--668)
           o Koh Racha (Racha Island): White powdery beach and crystal clear water
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Koh-Racha--5469)
           o Koh He (Coral Island): Famous for unspoiled coral reefs and ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Koh-He-Coral-Island--5479)
           o Mu Koh Phi Phi (Phi Phi Islands): One of the most beautiful tropical island of the world
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Mu-Koh-Phi-Phi-Phi-Phi-Islands--5418)

• Museum and Zoo
           o Phuket Aquarium
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Phuket-Aquarium--6019)
           o Phuket Sea Shell Museum
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Phuket-Sea-Shell-Museum--6015)
           o Phuket Zoo
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Phuket-Zoo--649)

• Activity and Show
           1. Phuket Fantasea
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Phuket-Fantasea--5481)
           2. Siam Niramit
           (https://www.tourismthailand.org/Attraction/Siam-Niramit--6356)

* Tour program for ISAP2017 participants will be offered at the conference site.