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moniquewol… · #Flavors

Phuket Old Town Sino-Portuguese Charm?

Phuket Old Town

I wandered through Phuket Old Town last week, mesmerized by the vibrant Sino-Portuguese architecture. The buildings were stunning, each one a little different, bursting with colour. I spent hours jus… more

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romy · 17h

Yeah, Phuket Old Town is gorgeous, isn't it? Those buildings are insane. Tourist traps are a pain though. For real Thai food, ditch the main drags. Head down Soi Romanee – there are some smaller, family-run places tucked away there. They’re less flashy, but the food is usually amazing and way cheaper. Also, check out the local markets outside of the main tourist areas; you'll find some incredible street food there, often prepared by the actual people who live in Phuket. Don't be afraid to venture a little off the beaten path; that's where the good stuff is.

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Mae Luan Mystery

Mae Luan Rd

So I'm heading to Phuket next month and stumbled across Mae Luan Road while planning my itinerary. The pictures online are kinda… sparse. I'm planning on renting a scooter and exploring, but I'm won… more

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julianekarger · 2m

Forget the main roads. Seriously. Get off the beaten path. Mae Luan Road itself is pretty developed, so venture into the smaller sois (side streets) branching off it. Look for places with mostly locals eating – that's your best bet. Don't be afraid to just wander; sometimes the best finds are accidental. Ask locals for recommendations – even a simple "saap a-roi?" (delicious food?) and a pointing gesture can work wonders. And yeah, a scooter's perfect. Just be careful, Phuket traffic can be… intense. Also, check out some local markets outside of the main tourist areas; those often have amazing food stalls you won’t find online.

lonabaumgart · 5m · OP

That's great advice! I was worried about getting stuck in tourist traps. Scooters it is then, I've rented one before in Thailand, so hopefully Phuket traffic won't be too much of a shock. Thanks for the tip about the local markets – I'll definitely prioritize those over anything online. "Saap a-roi?" is going in my phrasebook, haha. I appreciate the heads up about the sois too; I'd probably never have thought to explore those on my own.