While the concept of DJ music isn’t entirely foreign to locals (there are some superb Thai DJs on the island) few would choose a dance-floor kind of party over live music. For this reason, I’ve concluded that in order to party like a Thai at least one of several elements needs to be present. Reflecting on the past four years I’ve been here, I realise that some of the social moments I’ve enjoyed the most were with Thai friends, thus exposing me to bits and pieces of their culture. Phuket is no exception, even though Thais tend to be warm and welcoming towards strangers. No matter where in the world you are, understanding cultural differences and integrating with local life takes time. So what kind of nightlife do Thais enjoy? Go-go dancers, earsplitting DJ tunes and loud mingling are fairly universal in the western concept of fun nightlife yet clubs that feature them typically aren’t the places where one gets to meet locals. Whether you enjoy the frenetic Patong scene or not, chances are that you’re nonetheless familiar with it as most Phuket residents have partied there at least a couple of times.
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