Forget Portugal and Bali - Phuket is the new #1 for remote workers
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00:19 Bangla Road, Patong, Thailand
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08:36 Rawai Seafood Market
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11:55 Kata Beach
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Forget Portugal and Bali - Phuket is the new #1 for remote workers
History of Rawai
Early settlements in Rawai date back 2000 years, when sea gypsies - known as Moken “sea people” - settled at the southern tip of Phuket.
No written history exists because their language cannot be transcribed. Hence there are no records to confirm their origins.
Some say they are formerly from Malay colonies, who fled Burma during the Muslim invasion. Some say they descended from the Indian Vedas.
The Sea Gypsies are split into three ethnic groups - the Moken, Moklen, and Urak Lawoi.
While the Moken live a nomadic life, the Moklen and Urak Lawoi settled down at the coastlines of Phuket.
The oldest settlement is Rawai.
Post pandemic: places changed
Pre-pandemic Phuket was mostly known as Patong and its wild parties. Meanwhile, Chiang Mai was Thailand’s hot spot for digital nomads. Chiang Mai is still popular; however, Rawai is best. Post-pandemic, Koh Phangan is pulling some remote workers away from Chiang Mai as an up-and-coming digital nomad spot, especially for the budget-sensitive travelers.
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While Chiang Mai suffocates from the world’s worst air pollution during its “burning season,” Phuket features Thailand’s best air quality.
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Post-pandemic, Phuket has become the best destination for working remotely. More specifically, the south of Phuket or Rawai.
Phuket is not Patong
Patong is about thirty minutes south of the Phuket airport and approximately 20 minutes west of Phuket Town. Rawai is located 20 minutes south of Patong.
There are over thirty beach towns in Phuket - with Patong being one of them. Meanwhile, Phuket province has an area of 576 km2 (222 sq mi), slightly less than Singapore's. Including expats, Phuket has almost one million residents and experiences 10+ million tourists each year.
Meanwhile, Patong is known for its all-night party scene, prostitution, and vibrant atmosphere.
In light of the above, there is much more to Phuket than Patong. But, many only know Phuket by Patong and are unaware of the best the island can offer in regard to working remotely - Rawai in particular.
What makes Rawai so good?
Air Quality
Phuket features Thailand’s best air quality. It is the only location in Thailand with a “good” air quality rating. Compare this to Chiang Mai which experiences some of the worst air quality in the world from January thru April.
Quality of Life
In his book Blue Mind, Wallace J. Nichols says the benefits of being in, on, under, or simply near water make us happier, healthier, more connected, and better at what we do or more creative.
Creative energy and liveliness
As a writer, I gravitate to places that spur creative energy. Identifying the common denominators of these places is not science, but each shares common characteristics. All of which exist in Rawai.
Cost of Living
There is a myth that Phuket is much more expensive compared to the rest of Thailand. The cost of living can be more expensive, but it can also be budget-friendly. Costs are comparable when avoiding tourist areas and visiting local markets for fresh vegetables and local seafood.
The island is relatively large, taking more than 5 hours to circle it by car. There is a large inventory of housing options that are affordable.
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