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Phuket, located in the Andaman Sea in southern Thailand, is the largest island in Thailand and the smallest province. Phuket is known as the pearl of the Andaman Sea for its charming scenery and rich tourism resources. Phuket is located in the tropics and has a humid tropical climate. It is summer all year round. From April to September each year, when the sun is directly above the equator, it is the rainy season in Phuket, especially in May, when it rains almost every day. 1. Accommodation: Phuket's tourism industry is mature, with complete accommodation facilities and a wide range of types. From beaches to towns, from five-star hotels to backpacker budget hotels, it can meet the choices of different tourists. Among them, Patong Beach has the most accommodation options. The nightlife here is rich and colorful, and there are many shopping and dining options, so it is very popular. This is also the cheapest beach in Phuket, and it costs about 2,000 baht to stay in a beach hotel here for one night. 4-5 star hotels cost about 4,000~6,000 baht. During the off-peak tourist season, you can enjoy a 40%-50% discount. There are fewer budget hotels here, most of them are a bit far from the coast, and the room rate is about 300 baht/room. 2. Transportation: On the island, you can choose public transportation such as taxis, double cars (ie minibuses) and motorcycles. In addition, renting a motorcycle or car is also a more free choice. Please pay attention to local traffic rules and precautions. 3. Itinerary planning: - Day 1: Arrival and beach exploration. After arriving in Phuket, you can first go to your chosen accommodation to check in and take a break. Then, you can go to the nearest beach, such as Patong Beach or Bob Beach, to enjoy the sun and beach. In the evening, you can stroll along the beach and enjoy the beautiful sunset. - Day 2: Explore Phuket Town and cultural heritage. On the second day, you can visit the main city of Phuket, Phuket Town. There are many temples of historical value here, such as Phuket Temple and Fairy Temple. You can also visit the market in Phuket Town to experience the local atmosphere. - Day 3: One-day tour of the outlying islands. Phuket has many beautiful outlying islands, such as Phi Phi Island, Similan Island, etc. You can participate in a one-day tour to go snorkeling, diving or enjoy the beach on these outlying islands. - Day 4: One-day tour around the island. In the inland of Phuket, you can pack a car, find the most local food, and visit the most charming scenery. You can visit Phuket's waterfalls, mountain tribes and agricultural areas to experience local culture and lifestyle. 4. Precautions: When traveling in Phuket, please pay attention to sun protection, bring sunscreen and sun hat. At the same time, please respect local culture and customs and abide by local laws and regulations. When tasting local food, please pay attention to food safety and avoid food poisoning.