Phuket Airport was a complete mess, very disorganised. After agreeing a rate for the taxi outta there I was happy when the meter passed the agreed rate. He soon turned it off to save face. I had beaten the system, yippee. More dangerous driving saw me very relieved to make it to the Red Planet hotel in Patong. Being the cheapest hotel I have ever booked I was nervous. The room was basic, small and congested. The sheets weren't great, the view was poor. It was £25 a night so I forgave it. I was actually impressed believe it it not. The air con was fantastic, the fan worked, great shower pressure and the bed wasn't uncomfortable. The key things were good. Add to that the staff were incredibly helpful, directing and informing us of stuff
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