Phuket Travel Guide: A land of Contradiction

When I first heard of Phuket, the first thing I have in mind is serenity. All I was thinking was lying on the sand with a beautiful view of the beach while reading a book since Phuket is known for its beautiful beaches. You can be in the sun all day, sunbathing while listening to your favorite playlist or go island hopping or simply enjoy the sand and the beach. Going to the beach is something I am always excited about. There is something in there that calms my mind and ease my worries away.

I hopped in on an evening flight after work without any plan. I was alone and all I have is my eagerness to do a solo trip outside my home country.

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The sky is where my home is 

My flight was delayed for more than an hour and I was so tired but the process at the immigration was so smooth. At the airport, there’s a lot of company who offer visitors a private car that you can rent going to your hotel but I chose a taxi. I was a bit skeptical at first because it was late at night, I was alone and I don't know where I am heading and all I have is the address of the hotel that I booked.

The driver can’t speak English but I have shown him a screenshot of the address of the hotel in their language which I have saved on my phone.

I was dead tired when I got to the hotel but the receptionist greeted me with a big smile that I forgot that I am already sleepy and even forgot to take a picture of my room.

When I woke up the following day, all I have in mind is the BEACH! BEACH! BEACH! I grabbed my bag, walked straight to a nearby convenience store to buy a coffee and something to eat and went straight to the beach.

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Breakfast at the beach

I was mesmerized with the beauty of the beach and how relaxing it is to just be on the sand having my breakfast while listening to my favorite song while watching the waves.

"You didn’t fail me" and that’s all I was able to say.

My kind of day

I stayed at the beach for quite a while then went back to my hotel.

The following day, I am ready to explore what else this beautiful place has to offer. I took a bus going to their old town. It so happens that the Old Phuket Town market is open that day. Locals call it Lard Yai. The architecture and its history amaze me. You can also buy hand made souvenirs if you have the time to roam around. You should also try their delicacies and local dishes.

Coffee shop in Old Phuket Town

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Old Phuket Town

Bangla Road is just a few blocks away from my hotel and I was told that It is also a good place to visit at night.

Night Life is about to start

It was surely jaw-dropping. It was not something I expected. People are having fun and having drinks as if everybody knows everybody. It was contrary to what I know about Phuket yet It made me realize that Phuket is really a land of contradiction. 

A place where you can relax by the beach in the morning, learn more about their culture in the afternoon and experience nightlife before the day ends. 

What a beautiful contradiction - serenity and festivity at its finest.

Indeed, Phuket will always have a special place in my heart.

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Journey to becoming a Digital Nomad - My journey

It's a chill Tuesday afternoon and It’s 30 degrees outside. I am pretty sure that everyone is already planning their vacation going to the beach with friends or family or maybe both and here I am sitting in front of my work desk wondering what I should do with my life.

My heart and brain were debating at that time, whether to pursue what I really dreamed of or just stay where I am because that is what I am used to and comfortable with.

"Go and enjoy life” that’s what my heart says. “Nah! Don’t do it! You will lose everything!” my brain uttered. My brain won at that time but I am still convinced that I need to do something with my life

Years passed and I am still in my comfort zone. Afraid to explore what lies ahead on the other side of my world.

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I thought it was impossible to travel solo as a female but as time goes by, I have met different people from different walks of life that taught me things that I didn’t know or I am not comfortable with. They have opened my eyes to start my journey... My journey as a solo traveler.

One step closer to my dream

I always believe that I was born to travel. I am never satisfied staying in one place as if there is something inside me saying to go somewhere, besides meeting new people and knowing a different culture is something I am passionate about.

“ I'm in love with cities I've never been to and people I've never met.” – John Green.

I started researching the countries that I can visit for a short period of time since I am still working. List down my options and check on available flights, hotel, and activities. It’s also important to know their culture – what they eat, what to wear and their transportation. The most important thing is to experience their daily life.

Viola! After a month of planning and researching. I realized I am already on my way to start my journey.

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Ready to embark to a new journey ahead of me 

Being a solo traveler from a country that you haven’t been into is nerve racking but trust me when I say that it's worth the risk. You only not get to know the country and their culture but you will also know your strength and weaknesses and definitely feel more empowered. 

I am and will always be in love with traveling so come and join me as I continue to explore the beauty and madness of knowing what’s on another side of my world.

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