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The same questions, answered side by side for October. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
The Andaman Coast: Phuket
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| In October | 27°C27 rainy days · sea 30° |
| Flying time | 17h 10mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 10–14 nights |
| Best for | Beach lovers · Divers & snorkellers · Couples |
| The feel of it | Karst, longtail, slow-burning |
| Where people stay | Kata or Karon, Phuketor Long Beach, Ko Lanta |
| Getting around | Manageable without a car |
| Money and language | THBThai |
| Accommodation | Cheap |