Which is nicer Bali or Phuket?

Without doubt, Phuket is great if you're looking for coastal panoramas. Bali is among the world's top surfing destinations, with its assortment of world-class reef breaks facing the Indian Ocean, and boasts similarly impressive spas and underwater wonders to explore.



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Overall, budget travelers can expect to spend around $30-$50 per day in Bali, while mid-range travelers can expect to spend around $50-$100 per day. Luxury travelers can expect to spend several hundred dollars per day.

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When planning a trip to Bali, I recommend planning to spend at least 5 days in Bali. However, 10 days to 2 weeks would ultimately be best, allowing you to explore everything the island offers. You can also go for as little as 3 days, but you can only visit one location.

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Both islands offer a variety of travel routes, including beaches, museums, temples, and cultural centers. If you're seeking sun, beaches, and nature, Bali is the place to be. Alternatively, if you're looking for a holiday experience full of parties and vibrant nightlife, Phuket is your go-to destination.

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Bali isn't the only popular travel destination where stomach bugs are common. Southeast Asian countries like Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia are also prone to cases of travellers' diarrhoea, alongside countries in Central America, South America, the Middle East and Africa.

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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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Endlessly captivating those who have experienced its fascinating splendors, the enchanting island of Bali was again named Best Island in the World by DestinAsianReaders' Choice Award (RCA) 2017.

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Phang Nga Bay is an absolute must-do, with jaw-dropping limestone cliffs and flooded caves. Phi Phi islands are everyone's second favourite, even though they can be a little crowded. The 45-meter-high Big Buddha of Phuket is also on everyone's list, and this attraction is not difficult to reach.

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How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Make sure all meat and seafood is thoroughly cooked (not raw or rare)
  2. Avoid the following foods while travelling: Sushi. Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream. ...
  3. Water: Don't drink tap water. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth. ...
  4. Hygiene: Wash your hands after using the toilet.


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Typical Costs for 1 Week in Bali
For a comfortable private tour (2–4 people): About 160–220 USD per day per person is typical with private guide, 4- or 5-star hotels, nice meals, and private transfers included. For this standard of vacation in the US, the average price is 500+ USD.

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Bali is the largest of 17,508 islands that make up Indonesia and the Indonesian Rupiah is the only currency accepted in all of them. However, as Bali receives a lot of tourists on vacation Australian Dollars (AUD), American Dollars (USD) and Euros (EUR) are sometimes accepted and can be exchanged for IDR on the island.

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The tap water in Bali isn't recommended for drinking, so avoid it and stick to sealed bottled water. That includes steering clear of more than you might think, including ice in drinks, brushing your teeth with tap water, ingesting water in the shower, and food that has been washed in tap water.

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