Most of Thailand is but Phuket isn’t most of Thailand. The island has always been the most expensive place in Thailand, but in the last 12-18 months, the prices have gone nuts due to Russian draft dodgers - parts of the island have been overrun by them. Then add into the mix that February is high season.
Is there something I’m missing here?
Yes, you picked the single worst place in Thailand to visit :)
Most of Thailand is but Phuket isn’t most of Thailand. The island has always been the most expensive place in Thailand, but in the last 12-18 months, the prices have gone nuts due to Russian draft dodgers - parts of the island have been overrun by them. Then add into the mix that February is high season.
Yes, you picked the single worst place in Thailand to visit :)