Why is Phuket Island one of the best in Thailand for families with children? Beautiful beaches, classy hotels, pleasant climate - and these are not all the advantages. We tell you about the best beaches and hotels, as well as the nuances of rest with a small child. Reviews and advice from tourists in 2021.
Picturesque Phuket is loved by families with children. According to our observations, over the past few years, the number of romantic couples has decreased, and the number of vacationers with children has increased. Maybe these same couples have already got babies? Some beaches are occupied by family tourists. Why is the island attractive for vacationers with a child? Let's see.
Features of rest in Phuket with children
Why is Phuket preferred by tourists with children? There are several reasons for this:
- Transport accessibility... There is a direct flight connection with Russia, which is very convenient, given the many hours of flight. From the airport, you can take a taxi or minibus to the place of rest, the journey will take from 10 minutes to an hour, depending on the resort. The farthest is Nai Harn beach - more than an hour drive. We fly to Phuket >>
- Climate and sandy beaches... Phuket has a wonderful climate, conducive to sound sleep and the health of the child. Plus a large number of beaches with shallow depth and gentle slope. The beaches of Karon, Kata, Nai Yang, Mai Khao - all of them are suitable for families with children of different ages.
- Fresh fruit and cheap food... Thai cuisine, however, is specific - very spicy, but children are happy to eat rice, fish and other seafood, as well as fruits.
Take a look: What are the prices for food in Phuket.
- Attractions and entertainment... In Phuket, rest with children turns out to be rich and varied: there is an amusement park where you can go with the whole family, an aquarium, a zoo, and a water park. Water sports and boat trips are preferred by older children, and with small children you can watch animal shows or visit the Butterfly Garden. Tourists go on excursions or rent a bike. We have seen more than once how tourists put a child in front and fearlessly drive bikes along the island's serpentines. Find out about the best excursions in Phuket.
- The sociability of Thais... Even if your knowledge of English is at the high school level, there is no need to worry. Thais are very sociable and friendly people. And only a lazy one did not write about their touching attitude towards children. Such a number of signs of attention will not be shown to you anywhere else.
- Well-developed infrastructure... Phuket has hotels, pharmacies, cafes and shops. If you wish, you can rent a house with a swimming pool. Hotels on Kamala and Bang Tao beaches are suitable for families with small children, with older children it is more interesting on the beaches of Karon and Kata. It is undesirable to live in the Patong area - this is the main party resort in Phuket, where all entertainment establishments operate non-stop.
When is the best time to go
The island can be visited all year round, since Russians do not need a visa to travel. However, in Phuket, the best time for a beach holiday with children is high season from December to April, when it is warm and dry. It rains from May to November, and high waves rise on the sea.
Winter in Phuket is best with children, and many celebrate the New Year there.
The best beaches in Phuket for families with children
Patong Is the most popular beach on the island. It is wide, the water is calm, and the entrance to the sea is shallow. There are many vacationers with children here. Near the beach there are shops, a large shopping center "Jangceylon" and entertainment venues. The resort is always noisy and crowded. For some reason, many tourists consider Patong the dirtiest place on the island, so with children they usually choose the quieter beaches in the neighborhood - Karon and Kata. All about Patong Beach >>
Beach Karon best suited for families with children in Phuket. It is large, even, the entrance to the sea is shallow. There are playgrounds along the beach. Nearby is the Dino Park children's amusement park, and close to Patong. All about Karon Beach >>
On the beach Kata prices are higher than on Karon. Fewer tourists on the beach Kamala... Its main attraction is the theme park and entertainment shows. All about Kata Beach >>
Nai Harn - a calm and quiet beach in Phuket, where families with children like to relax. Shops and cafes are located a 5-10 minute walk from the beach, and you can get to the center of Phuket by regular bus.
Beach Bang Tao - one of the largest on the island. In the beach area Mai Kao there is a water park with a children's playground and attractions, but you will have to get to the nearest large store by taxi or bus.
Best hotels in Phuket for families with children - 2021
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Travel tips
- You should not go with children on vacation in the low season. At this time, the sea will be constantly stormy, and children will not be able to swim. Also, skip travel in May - there are no heavy tropical rains yet, but it is already very hot and humid.
- When choosing a place to stay, one should think not only about personal comfort, but also about the availability of shops, pharmacies, clinics. Don't forget to pack your first aid kit for your trip. Medicine in Thailand is paid, before the trip you need to take out insurance. Be sure to use sunscreen. Give your child plenty to drink. Do not eat exotic fruits immediately upon arrival - it is better to introduce them into the diet gradually.
- There are over a thousand hotels in Phuket, but not all of them are suitable for families. Some of them do not accept vacationers with small children, and family 5 * not everyone can afford, which is why recently villas and private houses have become so popular. Explore our selection of Phuket hotels with private beach and sea access.
- Children are often naughty while eating. How to feed your baby? There are several solutions: cook yourself by buying groceries in supermarkets, order food in European restaurants, or ask the chef to cook without spices. Fast food chains are widespread, but their dishes can hardly be called healthy food for a child. For infants, it is better to take their usual food with them.
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