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Gulf of Thailand

Koh Samui

VS
Andaman Sea

Phuket

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Koh Samui vs Phuket: Key Comparison

Koh Samui
Category
Phuket
5
Beaches
5
5
Activities
5
$30-50
Budget / day
$25-45
Dec-Mar
Best Season
Nov-Mar
Gulf of Thailand
Region
Andaman Sea
Surat Thani
Province
Phuket
beach, luxury, nightlife
Tags
beach, nightlife, culture

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