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Since Phuket is so spread out you might want to think about renting a scooter. We rented one (for the two of us) right when we arrived. Our bungalow was up on the hill and walking back and forth to the beach would have been real anoying, getting around the island to explore would have been impossible - or expensive. During the busy season bikes are sometimes hard to track down but when you do, youre set. Cost is usually around $200 bht/day for everything. Gas is next to nothing. I kept our bike for the entire week we were in Phuket and we loved being able to go out to the restaurant, the bar, the beach, the store and back to the bungalow, etc, etc, etc.....also, great for day trips and looking around the island and beach hoping. Other transportation options incl: renting a jeep or 4X4 OR hiring a taxi/tuk tuk to take a couple people around for the entire day. Both these options run approx $30/day...an option though. Drive safe, drive slow, stick to the side of the road, dont be alarmed by honking horns - they are meant as a heads up that a vehicle is approaching NOT (the north american honk) of - get the F out of my way A**Hole! We had a great experince with the scooter. NOTE: driving in Patong beach is a bit nutty, ver crowded....driving along the coast simply breathtaking. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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Motorbike, aka scooter, rentals are all over Phuket and Patong. They rent for anywhere from 250 BHT to 200 BHT per day depending on how long you rent it and whether it is an automatic or manual shift. (Some of the local hotels will throw in a motorbike rental with the room!) Upon rental, they will keep your passport as collateral or 3000 BHT, your choice. I highly recommend renting one IF and only IF you are comfortable and experienced riding. There are no highways on Phuket and most driving is around town and to the beach. Since the Tsunami there are no where near the numbers of tourists as before, but be cautious motorbike accidents are one of the most common causes of injuries for tourists. Driving is on the left in Thailand (like in the UK & Australia), Helmets are required (for the driver) and I highly recommend always wearing long pants while driving (change at the beach). Laws in Thailand are strictly enforced and at least once a day, I came across a road block where they were ticketing for no helmet and no drivers license in possession.... You will have to leave the motor bike with the officers, catch a ride to the station, pay the ticket and go get a ride back....... to show the officer proof of payment and get your motorbike back. needless to say driving while intoxicated is not a good idea either, it is illegal in Thailand too! and I have heard the jails there are not very ummmmm, fun. Anyway it's a blast of a good time. Leave a Comment Theme: Motorcycle
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