Phuket Shopping Guide
Shopping Tips In PhuketPhuket Shopping... We love it!Do you love to shop? If so, you will love Phuket... but be warned. Shopping in Phuket is chaotic, hot and humid but loads and loads of fun. You just need to approach it with the right attitude, a sense of humor and most importantly a big smile.....
Phuket is a diverse shopping destination, and you don't have to go to far to find a bargain. First time visitors to Phuket, especially in Patong are often overwhelmed with the many stalls, shops and markets. Believe me they're everywhere. Or the amount of times you hear "You Buy" "You Buy". There are loads of goodies to buy other then just cheap handbags, Billabong shorts, singlets and T- Shirts. Before you take on the adventure of Shopping in Phuket print off a copy of the handy to use
currency exchange cheat sheet.
Best Places To Go Shopping In Phuket We found that the best bargains are found away from main tourist areas in Phuket. To find these bargains you are best to make your way in and around Phuket Town, especially around the Old area of Phuket Town. Where you will come across an interesting array of shops with traditional Thai Crafts, Asian decor and textiles. Some of the best shopping bargains in Phuket include clothing, textiles, handicrafts, ceramics, gold, silver, pearls, Thai silks, art, Asian decor and Thai souvenirs. If you want to experience Thai shopping, and shop like the locals, make your way to one of the many Phuket markets and enjoy the experience. Markets can be found everywhere, selling a variety of fresh food, clothes, CDs, sunglasses, shoes and much more. Phuket boasts many department stores, such as Jungceylon, Robinsons and Central Festival which are fully stocked with a fantastic range of goods. You will also notice many shopping centre's, shopping mall's, Family Marts, 7 Eleven's and you will be amazed at what you can buy.
Phuket Shopping TipsRemember when shopping in Phuket, the prices in the department stores such as Jungceylon, Robinsons or Central Festival, or in shopping malls and shopping centers like Big C, Tesco Lotus and the 7 Eleven's area fixed price and you won't be able to barter. Whereas at the markets, small stores, shops or street vendors around Phuket, bartering is expected. Depending on the vendor expect to pay up to 40% less than the the original price. So brush up on your bartering skills....and get ready for some fun.
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