Thailand and Patong Travel Information

Travel There

Visitors to Thailand who hold valid passports or travelling documents issued by any country included in an officially issued list of eligible countries, are permitted one-month visa-free visits.

If planning a longer stay, a Tourist Visa valid for 60 days must be obtained from a Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate abroad. (Read more...)

Travel Around

Getting around Patong is a breeze. It's not a big resort area and much of the entertainment, restaurants, shopping and hotels are located within walking distance of each other.

Just a get a map - there are plenty in the hotels and local shops, and you'll find it easy to get around.

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Communications

Patong's main post office is located along Rat-U-Thit Road, next to the Patong Palace Hotel at the northern end of Patong. Open 8am to 4.30pm.
The Thai post service is usually reliable.

Urgent or important items can be sent by EMS.
This is faster and safer but the cost is higher.

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Banks

Patong has a number of banks that provide standard services, Mondays to Fridays, except public and bank holidays, between 8.30am and 3.30pm.

Most major banks are found along Rat-U-Thit Road that runs parallel to the beach, a block back from the main beach strip.

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Climate

The best time to visit Phuket is during the cool NE monsoon season, from November until March, when it's not so humid, and the cool breezes keep things comfortable.

The average temperature is around 75?F to 89?F (24?C to 32?C).

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