Phuket long-stay blog

Practical guides for a month or more in Phuket: where to stay, cost of living, DTV visa, wintering, remote work and getting around, from a local host.

Where to Stay in Phuket for a Month (Long-Stay Area Guide)

The best areas of Phuket for a one-month stay compared — beaches, noise, prices and what daily life is really like for remote workers.

Phuket Cost of Living for One Month: A Realistic Budget

Rent, food, transport and work costs for one month in Phuket, with three realistic budgets for remote workers.

DTV Visa Thailand for Remote Workers: A Practical Guide from Phuket

Who can get the DTV, what it costs, how long you can stay — and how it changes a long stay in Phuket.

Phuket Long-Term Rental Guide: Renting for 1 to 6 Months

Monthly vs yearly leases, deposits, electricity and the checklist to use before renting long-term in Phuket.

Spending the Winter in Phuket: Weather, Areas and Monthly Rentals

Dry-season weather, the best areas for a long winter stay and when to book your monthly rental.