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What is the experience like for those who have participated in the Phuket Sandbox program?
Phuket SandboxVisa ProcessTravel RestrictionsPhuket TourismExpat Life in ThailandCOVID-19 PrecautionsDouble Vaccination Requirements
Jul 28, 2021
5 years ago
Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTERHas anyone done the Phuket Sandbox yet and if so how is it??was just looking for some info and on it all and flying from uk well scotland is there anything open in Phuket??and if your double vac how long for the visa prosses and ceo.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The Phuket Sandbox program has seen participation from about 12,000 travelers. Experiences shared indicate mixed feelings depending on individual circumstances. While some found the stay pleasant, enjoying resorts like the Marriott, others noted that many businesses and attractions were closed due to the situation, making it less vibrant than usual. For double-vaccinated individuals flying from the UK or Scotland, the visa process is ongoing, and conditions may evolve with local restrictions. Reports suggest travel within Thailand requires caution, and some travelers faced challenges related to transportation and the current COVID situation.
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Derek ***********
Have fun. I quarantined in Bangkok with my wife earlier this year. Never again.
Kathy ****************
@De***
same here, we did Phuket and it was wonderful..Reply to
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John **********
I'm not on sandbox but in Phuket. They are going into a mini lockdwon next week apartentky with bars closed for a week. Convenience stores already all closed and policendrivong around incessently. Have no idea why someone would opt to come to Phuket
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@John *********
yeah That was to be expected
Wasnโt it
Not only Phuket
Even in those areas where not many tourists go
Esan for example
Thereโs lockdown
And even curfew
Sandbox is more like litter box
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Doreen **********
I recommend joining this group. You will quickly find your answers there
Bob **********
Only 7 days now in the sandbox
Reiner *********
@Bob *********
no From 1.8 Kathy ****************
It is still 14 days to travel within Thailand, you can visit other sandbox islands but must spend 14 days total..
Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Bob *********
cheers thats Good to know nice 1๐๐Reply to
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David *********
Just finished the phuket sandbox, stayed at holiday inn. 398 rooms, 30 being used. Beach front all boarded up just a few shops and bars open, its sad to see but better than 2 weeks in 1 room. Nok air have started domestic flights twice a week. But did not fit in with me as would have to do another pcr test so used the mini van transport to pattaya and very good, 14hrs, only 1 checkpoint when leaving Phuket and none in Bangkok.
Rob ******
@David ********
You did 14 hours in a minivan .Wow in a covid time , i would rate that as crazy . You must be fairly young and not really worried about Covid . David *********
@Rob *****
no im 60 but needed to get home, only 6 in minibus and all had done sandbox.Rob ******
@David ********
Okay , i would have passed , your driver and the previous travellers in that would be a no show for me . Did you have the air con onall the way ? Glad you made it okay, anyway . That is the main thing . I never need to travel that much .
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Reiner *********
@David ********
well sitting in a van for 14 hours , going to a deep red , sounds a Perfect holiday idea 555David *********
@Reiner ********
not a holiday, i live in Bang SareReply to
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Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@David ********
cheers David for the info.๐๐Reply to
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James ********
May I suggest you ask your question on the UK based group as they have been helpful to many in entering Thailand... With admin OK...
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@James *******
no worries James links welcome to more suitable groupsJames ********
@Michael *******
thank you ๐ทReply to
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Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@James *******
many thanks didnt know there was uk Group appoligies if it wasnt ok to post and ask QJames ********
@Dale ********
your post was welcomed... When I saw it I thought you may also wish to post on the UK based group. Hope all goes well with your return to Thailand. Reply to
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Peter ***********
Fly to Scarborough you'll have more fun.
Rob ******
@Peter **********
Building sand castles ..mmmReply to
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Stuey ******
I got flights from London to Singapore on to Phuket. ยฃ750.
Kathy ****************
Just checked out today and other than no flights to Bangkok(had to hire private van) it was wonderful.. We stayed at the Marriott @ Merlin Beach and loved it..
Reiner *********
@Kathy ***************
check first who is flying into phuket and then you choose the come or connect flights or just better ask a travel agent ... donโt fly trough bangkok ... more then
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tourist are all here .... the only critical point is That IF you catch the Virus somewhere you have to go to quarantine here as well fir 14 days ... the Covid insurance will cover that and I would advise you for a travel insurance ( Kost nothing ) in this case to pay you back the hotel cost....The plan is from 1.7 that you only need to stay on phuket 7 days ... the first they ask you to stay in the hotel to receive the first test they did at the airport ... then all easy . I agree I would choose rawai because nearly all open ... but up to you ...
As yesterdayโs figures are 40 new cases I advise you to check the news every day ... it might be more restrictions are coming .... if the Figures go up .... but. Besides that all NOW it is the Best Time ... empty beaches , hot relaxed ,,,, good luck
Kathy ****************
@Rei***
you can only get to Phuket by flying directly into Phuket and to leave Phuket you may have a flight with another airline but like we did it was canceled then you have to get a private vehicle if you want to go to anywhere else from Phuket to Bangkok it's *****
baht...Reiner *********
@Kathy ***************
as the easiest way is to fly to phuket direct , and connect flights with local companies are not allowed ... I would go direct to phuket .... well if you are here you have enough time to get all possible destinations coordinated ...I would NOT advise you to go to deep red zone Bankok... Reply to
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Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Reiner ********
Many thanks for the Info๐๐๐๐๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ณ๓ ฃ๓ ด๓ ฟReply to
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Niclas ***********
They will try to storm through this outbreak but I would be cautious to government dialogue and tone before proceeding. That said I am hoping to go soon. You can transfer through Singapore to Phuket last I checked
Oonagh **********
@Niclas **********
I understand that you have to have the flight into and out of Singapore on same booking. I don't think you can arrive in the evening from UK, and fly to Phuket the next morning as many from UK would, staying at airport hotel. Please correct me if I'm wrong.Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Niclas **********
Cheers yeah was thinking on possibly doing it in next week or so I did wonder how to fly to phuket from scotland so thanks for that have to fly to singapore and then onwards.I did hear nothing was open in phuket any truth in that Mate Cheers๐๐Stuart *********
@Dale ********
each area is different. Kata and Karon are very quiet. Patong is a bit better now. Laguna, Rawai and Chalong pretty much business as usual. Almost everything open. Loads of restaurants etc.Roger *******
@Stuart ********
what about bars and alcohol?Stuart *********
@Roger ******
bars are currently shut. Restaurants are open and allowed to serve alcohol. A number of bars have started to serve food as a resultโฆ.Dale *********
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cheers Stuart thats Great to know Mate as long as theres places open Thanks for the info.๐๐๐๐Lindsey **********
Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Lindsey *********
Thanks Lindsey will look in to that way as well much appreciated for info๐๐๐๐Reply to
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Dale *********
ORIGINAL POSTER@Kathy ***************
Thanks Kathy os everywere open in phuket or limited opennings??and how is pepole flying in to phuket??Wayne ********
@Dale ********
Ghost Town Kathy ****************
@Da**
very limited openingsReply to
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Bobby ********
I think about 12,000 have done it or doing it
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