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Scooter Rental in Phuket: Traffic Rules and Safety Tips

Riding a scooter is the easiest way to see Phuket, but the rules are not the same as back home, and the island's accident numbers are too high to treat safety as an afterthought. Short version: Thailand drives on the left, every rider needs a motorcycle-category license plus an International Driving Permit no matter how

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Wild macaque monkeys at Monkey Hill, Phuket, Thailand

Monkey Hill – A Fun Spot to Explore in Phuket Town

Monkey Hill is a popular attraction in Phuket Town, Thailand. It's a small hill that is home to a troop of monkeys that are known for their playful and mischievous behavior. Visitors can hike up the hill to see the monkeys and interact with them, but it is important to be cautious and follow the guidelines to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

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Flat Tire on a Rental Scooter in Phuket? Here's Exactly What to Do

If your rented scooter gets a flat tire in Phuket, pull over safely as soon as you notice it, switch on your hazards, and stop riding — a flat tire makes a scooter unstable. Call your rental company first. Then look for a nearby "ร้านปะยาง" (roadside tire-repair shop); they're common on every main road in

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What to Do After a Motorbike Accident in Phuket, Thailand: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in a motorbike accident in Phuket: stop immediately, check yourself and others for injuries, and move to safety if you can. Call 1669 for an ambulance if anyone is hurt, then 191 or 1155 (Tourist Police) to report the accident, and notify your rental company's emergency line right away. Photograph everything, stay at

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Thai police officers checking a driver at a roadside checkpoint

What to Do When Thai Police Stop You on a Rented Scooter in Phuket

If Thai police stop you while riding a rented scooter in Phuket, slow down, pull safely to the roadside, and turn off the engine. Stay calm and polite, and hand over your passport copy, International Driving Permit (or foreign license with a motorcycle endorsement), and your rental agreement. If you are given a ticket, ask

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Thai Traffic Law for Motorbike Travelers in Phuket: A Complete Guide

Tourists riding a rented motorbike in Phuket must carry a valid motorcycle licence plus an International Driving Permit (IDP) with a motorcycle endorsement, wear an approved helmet as rider and passenger, stay under Thailand's 0.05% blood-alcohol limit, obey posted speed limits, and avoid handheld phone use. Breaking these rules risks an on-the-spot fine and can

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