Welcome to Phuket,
I have been living here for the past 5 years so I will give you my advice.
I am not sure why you would like to stay in Patong.
Personally I would recommend Kata or Karon which is south of Patong and Kamala or Surin which is North.
I would never recommend Patong to anyone who is wanting a nice holiday.
Nai Harn is my favourite beach in Phuket
Avoid Tuktuks at ALL costs, they are dangerous as well as rip you off left right and centre. The cars (which also rip you off) are safer at least. Personally though, if you can rent a car you will be far better driving around the island yourself. Just don't park where you see TukTuks, or you could be in trouble. Last week a guy was attacked for parking when a tuktuk driver told him not to park there. He was beaten and his arm was broken. http://phuketwan.com/tourism/phuket-tourist-man-beat-family-car-park-11968/
Night life is perfectly safe, just be sensible as with any country in any world.
You can buy babyfood from pratically anywhere, but remember that the product will not be 100%!t(MISSING)he same as from your own country. So this could upset the babies appetite so bring what you can from home.
the Weather right now in Phuket is 32'C but it has been raining, which is unusual, as we normally get no rain for 3 months. Bring light clothes, nothing that is thick as you won't be cold AT ALL. There maybe a slight breeze at night, (highly unusual) that you may need a sleeved t-shirt or something.
As you leave the airport, you will be hounded by people getting you in their taxi. ignore them. If you turn RIGHT you will get to a metered taxi (called Taxi Meter and bright yellow). This is a misconception as its a set price. They will tell you how much they will charge, please tell the driver to take his time and travel and "normal" speeds. In Thai - Mai Rell - not fast.
Avoid limousine taxis - absolute maniacs.
Phi Phi, isnt as nice as it used to be. I personally would take the ferry to Koh Lanta, as its by far a nicer place and you can get the Ferry there, as its just about 4km the other side of Phi Phi island.
Anyway - I hope I haven't scared you too much!
I hope this has been informative for you.
Suksan
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