Is Bangkok or Phuket safer?

Phuket, on the other hand, is a much smaller city, with a population of around 400,000 people. It is less crowded and has a more relaxed atmosphere. Safety: Both Bangkok and Phuket are generally safe cities, but Bangkok has a higher crime rate compared to Phuket.



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Phuket requires atleast 4 days to explore while Bangkok will not take more than 2 days. It would make your trip smoother if you fly from Mumbai to Phuket and spend a good 4-5 days there. You can then go to Bangkok, where you can spend a day and a half and fly back to Mumbai in the evening.

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The popular resort island of Phuket and its world-class beaches lies almost 500 mi from Bangkok, but despite the distance, it's cheaper to fly into Bangkok and get a connecting flight to Phuket International Airport (HKT) than to fly directly to Phuket.

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Phuket has so much to offer, I'd say a minimum would be 5 days to get a good feel for the island. But you could easily spend 7 days in Phuket and even 14 days without feeling like you are running out of things to do.

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According to the study, the island hosts around 118 tourists for every local resident. But Phuket's not the only overcrowded destination in Thailand. Ranking in second and third place on the list are Pattaya and Krabi, two more super popular Thai holiday destinations.

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Bangkok Phuket itinerary 6 days assures a complete tour around all the important spots of Phuket as well as a day for you to relax and have fun. There are many activities on the island that are exciting as well as exhilarating which would appeal to your adventurous side.

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Krabi. Krabi is the most archetypal destination of all Thailand holiday getaways. The towering limestone cliffs, the surreal beaches, the extensive jungle and hidden caves, the Emerald Lagoon, the Hot Water Springs. The list really does just go on and on.

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While incidents of violent crime are rare, there are a few neighborhoods that are best avoided. These include areas like Soi Bangla in Patong, known for its adult entertainment and can be a bit sketchy at night. Another area to be cautious of is Kamala, which has a higher crime rate than other parts of Phuket.

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The sea surrounding Phuket is part of the island's natural splendour and the main reason that many people choose to spend their holidays here. The clear warm waters are enticing, and are pretty safe for most of the year. The sea does contain dangerous creatures, such as sea snakes, lionfish, stonefish and jellyfish.

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7 days in Phuket is a good duration to get to explore all the island has to offer. Even if small, Phuket is quite popular and busy, so here's some of the best foodie, fun and responsible things you can do on a Phuket 7 day itinerary.

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For the entirety of our 20 Day Thailand Trip -- A Dose of Paradise, we would recommend a budget of $550 - $1200. Any travel budget will fluctuate between personalities, so ask yourself: What type of traveller are you? The Hippie brings about $550-$700 for the 20 days.

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Traveling in Thailand for two weeks can be quite affordable. Depending on your budget and preferences, you could easily spend anywhere from $500 to $2,000 or more. If you're looking to stay in hostels and eat street food, then it's possible to get by with a budget of around $30-50 per day.

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