Phuket
Island is off the west coast of the Kra Isthmus, 890km south of Bangkok.
First mentioned by Ptolemy in the 2nd Century, the island was a regular
port of call for Arab and Chinese ships. Portuguese and Chinese
settlements began to appear in the 18th Century. Phuket is 50km long and
21km at its widest point. Connected to Thailand’s Phang Nga province by
bridge, the island is surrounded by the azure Andaman Sea. Phuket is
served by numerous domestic and regional flights and Bangkok, less than
two hours flying time away, has connections to major international
destinations. Complimentary private limousine transfers to and from Phuket
airport are offered to guests and the 17km drive to Amanpuri takes 25
minutes.
Climate
The
dry season in Phuket extends from mid-October to mid-May. The rainy season
is between June and September. While there can be frequent showers during
the rainy season, these tend to be of short duration and are often
followed by sunshine. Temperatures year-round range from 21°C to 35°C
(70°F to 90°F). Water temperatures are always a pleasant 25°C to 28°C.
