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Virgin Atlantic launches the first ever nonstop London Heathrow to Phuket service on October 18, 2026. Edelweiss Air, Kuwait Airways and Belavia all follow within the same month. Here is everything UK and European travellers need to know about the new direct flights to Phuket 2026.

The Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2026 runs October 9 to 19 and it is one of the most extraordinary cultural events in Southeast Asia. Here is what happens, where to watch, what to eat, and how to fit it into your Phuket trip.

People keep asking whether Phuket is still worth visiting in 2026. Here is an honest answer from people who are actually here — what has changed, what has not, and what makes the island genuinely worth your time.

Most visitors to Phuket never make it to Phuket Old Town. Here is why they are missing the most historically rich and visually extraordinary part of the island, what to see when you get there, and how to fit it into a trip that also covers the best island tours.

Phuket beach safety starts with understanding the official Thai flag system. Here is everything you need to know about what each flag means, how rip currents work, and the smartest way to enjoy the water in Phuket safely.

Most visitors to Phuket see three beaches and go home. Here is the local guide to the hidden beaches Phuket actually keeps to itself — the quiet coves, the secret bays, and the extraordinary islands just offshore that most tourists completely miss.

Maya Bay closed 2026 runs from August 1 to September 30. Here is what stays open, what your Phi Phi Islands tour still includes, and why this is actually one of the best times to visit the islands.

A Phang Nga Bay tour is one of the most extraordinary experiences you can book from Phuket. Hidden lagoons, James Bond Island, a floating village, and fresh seafood on the water. Here is everything you will see on a full day out.

Phuket island hopping lets you discover the most extraordinary scenery in the Andaman Sea in a single day. Here is everything you need to know about which route to choose, which boat to take, and how to make the most of your time on the water.