Self drive from Bangkok to Phuket

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jennie2904 New member

Member since 27 November 2016

jennie2904New member08 December 2016 18:12:06

Hi everyone,

I am thinking about renting a self drive car from Bangkok to Phuket on 27 Dec.

Any advice about the places to visit on the way and some hints or notes during this self drive trip

Thanks,
Jennie

Mai_Mai Member

Member since 07 December 2016

Mai_MaiMember10 December 2016 15:01:00

อ่าวมะนาว (Ao Manao) or Manao Bay is pretty nice. Quiet, calm with delicious seafood.

I can't drive so can't give advice about driving... But according to my friend, the traffic is horrible near New Year and also can be very dangerous (a lot of drunk drivers).

Why are you going to Phuket though? For the beach or night life? I'd not recommend Phuket for beaches, other cities like Krabi, Trang or Phang-Nga are far better.

Trudette Member

Member since 07 December 2016

TrudetteMember10 December 2016 16:39:39

I was not the poster here, so this message was not meant for me.

Trudy

jennie2904 New member

Member since 27 November 2016

jennie2904New member11 December 2016 04:49:32

Thanks for your recommend Mai mai. My husband and I want to go to Phuket as people said that Phuket is very beautiful and the night market as well.

Mai_Mai Member

Member since 07 December 2016

Mai_MaiMember11 December 2016 11:57:57

Ah.. the night market, then Phuket is a good choice. My friend is a local there and I have been there many times so if you have any question please just ask. ^_^

jennie2904 New member

Member since 27 November 2016

jennie2904New member15 December 2016 06:13:22

Hi Mai,

Thanks for your detailed recommend, my husband and I changed the plan and e will head to Ao Manao, I would love if we can make the self drive there and I appreciate if you can suggest me a place to rent car

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