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10-12-2006, 15:21
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Auto rental
During my first (and only) visit to Phuket earlier this year I found it somewhat frustrating getting transport around the island. I usually adapt well to the local public transportation but as a nubie I found getting to one beach to the other to be an expensive and/or time consuming experience. Who ever heard of all busses running to Phuket town? Why does Phuket not have a bus that loops around the island so you can jump on/jump off when and where you like? Anyway, for you regular visitors and those that live there, what do I need to know about renting an auto or a moto for a couple of days so we can see more of Phuket, especially what is not on the regular tourist routes?
Thanks in advance! 
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10-12-2006, 16:36
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Just rent a car from Budget and bring your international driver permit/license and it should be fine, its a good way to explore more of Phuket. Budget deliver the car to your hotel. I think it is possible to get a driver aswell if you want.
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10-12-2006, 16:38
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Renting a motorbike is also a nice option, just beware that you have no insurance and there is a lot of accidents on this island, so if you are not used to drive motorbikes then skip it.
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10-12-2006, 17:11
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Although skipping out as far as Wat Chalong can take quite awhile, maybe good advice get a taxi back!!!
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10-12-2006, 17:46
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Any idea what a 6 seater costs per day/week from Budget anyone?
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10-12-2006, 18:35
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NO 6 seaters in car types......Have to have 12 seater mini bus Budget Car & Truck Rental, Phuket - Thailand Hope that works for you.
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10-12-2006, 18:42
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Cheers Craig Looks like the Chevrolet Zafifa might do it at a pinch. Just want to go further afield than the beaches around Patong, without paying for those tuktuk mafia guys.
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10-12-2006, 19:07
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Roger, here's another one...courtesy of google.
The group E vehicle may suit your needs? PURE - Phuket Car Rentals: Car Rental & Motorbike Hire in Phuket
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10-12-2006, 19:18
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Plenty of choice here...
Phuket DIRECTORY - Phuket Business Directory by Category I once rented a Toyota Wish which was a six-seater and I would recommend this if it's possible to hire. It will take 6 adults comfortably 
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10-12-2006, 19:22
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Thanks Craig. Its early for me, should have Googled it myself  Looks like that could do me. Saved the info and will look again before I leave home. 
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10-12-2006, 19:25
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Cheers Diz. No lack of choice is there. Not sure I'd be too quick to be ringing "Tsunami Car Rent" though  Another page to save for reference
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10-12-2006, 19:36
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I used Pure Car Rent on my recent trip. Noi probs at all. They will meet you at Airport on arrival for about 200baht (Cash for the delivery on arrival so have some baht)
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