April is here, and Phuket’s official “high-season” is over. Traditionally, fewer people come to stay in Phuket hotels during the low season. But there are many good reasons why the best time of year to book a Phuket holiday is right now! The temperatures at this time of year are gloriously warm – looking out of my window, I can see that it’s another perfect day for lounging on one of many of Phuket’s idyllic beaches. A lot of people come to Phuket hoping for a blissfully peaceful time in the sun – as the crowds melt away, you have your pick of all of Phuket’s finest beaches.
Of course, one of the very best reasons to book a Phuket holiday in April is the prices – airfares drop during the low season, and hotel prices drop even more, as everybody wants to keep their hotels full. To see just how far the prices have fallen, check out our rates at phuketbooknow.com – you will be amazed at some of the fantastic offers that are available even at four and five star luxury hotels. We welcome you to compare our prices to those of our competition – you will be pleasantly surprised at the bargains that phuketbooknow.com has to offer.
Another great reason to book an April break in Phuket is the centuries-long traditional festival of Songkran, which takes place between the 13th and the 15th of April. As well as being some of the friendliest and most welcoming people you will meet anywhere in the world, Thai people love to have fun. Songkran is basically the world’s biggest water-gun fight – everybody gets involved, both adults and children alike, and you are guaranteed to get a good natured soaking if you venture outdoors. The best way to get involved is to buy your own water gun and have fun with the Thai locals – it’s a unique experience that you’ll never forget.
As the tourists leave for home, the roads in Phuket get much quieter, making it an ideal time to rent out a hire car. Phuketbooknow.com has some great offers on car rentals, and the prices are even cheaper during low season. With gasoline tax costing you next to nothing in Phuket, hiring a car is a really cost-effective way to explore the island. Just remember to drive on the left hand side of the road, and watch out for the multitude of motorbikes, which most of the Thai locals use to get around. Check out our article about transportation in Phuket and places not to miss.
It’s true that it’s a little bit more likely that you will experience some rainfall in April, but the average hours of sunshine per day only drop from 9 hours in the high season to 8 hours in April, which leaves you plenty of time to work on your tan and experience all that Phuket has to offer in gloriously sunny conditions.
For those looking for a budget holiday in paradise, Phuket in April has to be one of your first choices – with cheap flights and a wealth of discounted Phuket hotels to choose from, you can find yourself the bargain holiday of a lifetime. So don’t delay – book your dream holiday now!
