the island of phuket often evokes an array of mixed emotions from tourists. It is the largest island in the country, so unsurprising; it is one of the largest tourist destinations in the country. Like any place where there is a lot of money coming in, you will encounter your fair share of shady dealings and people. The existence of this in Phuket has definitely left a taint on the image of this once beautiful destination. Fortunately, if you are aware of what to avoid, you will be better prepared and less likely to have any of it negatively affect your opinion of the island as a whole. So we present to you, the 5 Things to Avoid in Phuket.