Phuket with children – overrated and to be avoided, or a great travel destination for families? Travel blogger Rene Young decides to find out for herself on her blog “Together We Roam” why Phuket is still one of the most popular travel destinations for families.

It was time for us to take a family holiday in Phuket to see for ourselves and answer the question: Why Phuket with children?

Phuket has so much to offer: It's easy to reach and explore, boasts fantastic family accommodations, and provides excellent value for money. Beautiful beaches and extraordinary experiences await you – and as everyone knows, anything is possible in Thailand. Here are our reasons why you'll love a holiday in Phuket:

1. Cheap flights

Cheap flights directly to Phuket: A destination offering heavily discounted flights (we recently saw return flights from Sydney for as little as US$362 per person).

2. Price-performance ratio

Affordable family holidays with plenty of extras: Phuket offers attractive package deals where you get more for your money. Food, drinks, and transport are cheaper in Phuket, even though attractions and accommodation are comparable to those in Australia. Families benefit from excellent value for money and experience exotic adventures.

3. For every budget

There's something for every budget, from five-star hotels to backpacker accommodations: a huge selection of hotels, villas, and resorts. Numerous family-friendly accommodations compete for guests, offering kids' clubs, playgrounds, and family-friendly amenities. Thanks to this competition, you can find some great deals.

4. Beautiful beaches

Dreamlike beaches in Phuket: One of the main attractions are the magnificent white sandy beaches. On the popular west coast, families can experience magical sunsets over the sea.

5. Lots to do

Wonderful places and activities in Phuket: Marvel at the majestic limestone mountains that plunge into the sparkling Andaman Sea, visit colorful Thai temples where monks in their robes bestow their blessings, or experience rescued elephants up close! There are many great experiences for families.

6. Delicious Thai food

Delicious Thai food in Phuket: Food enriches your stay in Phuket, and Thai food is incredibly convenient, affordable, varied, and simply delicious. There are also numerous unconventional options and a wide selection of restaurants – from elegant establishments to rustic street stalls and everything in between.

7. Wonderful culture

The beautiful Thai culture: The warm hospitality of the Thai people is sometimes overshadowed in Phuket by pushy tuk-tuk drivers and the rather lukewarm service from shopkeepers and tour operators. Explore Phuket and discover that the friendliness and openness of the locals have always been there. Most Thais in Phuket are friendly and warm-hearted – don't let a few exceptions spoil your fun.

Why should you travel to Phuket with children?

The key to a successful Phuket holiday with children lies in ignoring the crowds, kitschy shops, traffic jams, and pushy vendors only after a quick buck – all minor inconveniences that can easily be overlooked. Phuket offers all the amenities for a perfect beach holiday. On the contrary, these small flaws make the holiday a unique experience, as you enjoy delicious food, great family accommodations, and beautiful beaches with breathtaking sunsets.

Phuket can be as relaxing or as exciting as you allow it to be. Explore the history and architecture of Phuket Old Town, haggle for counterfeit goods in markets, walk with rehabilitated elephants, take a jet boat to the sapphire waters of Phi Phi, set off your own fireworks on the beach, or enjoy the safety of a family-friendly resort – all without breaking the bank.

For more information, read René's extremely comprehensive travel guide "Phuket with Children".

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Phuket, a rainforest-rich, mountainous island in the Andaman Sea, has some of Thailand's most popular beaches, most of which stretch along the clear waters of the west coast.

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