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The White Lotus Effect: Insider’s Phuket Tips

The White Lotus Effect: Insider’s Phuket Tips

The White Lotus Season 3 (L-R) Jason Isaacs, Parker Posey, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Sarah Catherine Hook and Sam Nivola in a still from White Lotus season 3. Photo Credit: HBO

Hong Kongers love to travel, and Phuket is always high on their list. We reached out to our partners at Sudara Phuket, the new residences in lifestyle hotspot Bangtao, Phuket, to gather their insights on The White Lotus Effect, or set-jetting, a top travel trend where travellers journey to the glamorous film locations seen on popular shows. The Sudara team echoed the sentiment of the series - portraying Phuket as a stunning and aspirational setting, further highlighting its appeal to international jetsetters and even those who are looking to relocate to Thailand.

The highly anticipated Season 3 of The White Lotus is set to premiere on February 16, 2025, exclusively on HBO Max. This star-studded season features a diverse cast including Thailand’s own “Lisa” Lalisa Manobal from the K-Pop sensation Blackpink, along with renowned actors Michelle Monaghan, Sam Parker Posey, Natasha Rothwell, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Tayme Thapthimthong, and Aimee Lou Wood, among others. The allure of Thailand as the backdrop for this acclaimed and eccentric TV series has been a topic of much discussion.

The impact of The White Lotus can already be seen in Thailand, with a significant increase in tourism. In 2024, Thailand welcomed an estimated 35.5 million tourists, up from 28.2 million in 2023, as reported by Thailand’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports.

The Sudara Phuket team echoed the sentiment of the series portraying Phuket as a stunning and aspirational setting, further highlighting its appeal as a world-class destination, not just for tourism, but also for relocation.

Here are some valuable tips from the Sudara team to enhance your Phuket travel experience:

Sudara Residencies Phuket, Bangtao. The White Lotus Season 3 Thailand Sudara Residencies in Bangtao, Phuket. 

  • Bespoke Tailoring and Shopping: Discover bespoke tailoring services and high-end boutiques in Phuket for unique fashion finds.
  • Go Private: Enhance your stay with private tours to iconic attractions, plus, avoid having to wait for taxis.

Andara Hotel Phuket, Kamala Beach. The White Lotus Season 3 Thailand Andara Resort & Villas in Kamala Beach, Phuket is the ultimate choice for luxury accommodation in Thailand. 

Haven’t heard about The White Lotus? This show from creator Mike White has been a massive success for HBO. The show, which premiered in July 2021 set in Hawaii, received a remarkable 20 Emmy nominations across 13 categories, securing 10 wins. The second season, set in Sicily and launched in December 2022, garnered 23 Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, and secured five wins.

The White Lotus Season 3 Photo credit HBO/Warner

The White Lotus Season 3 Photo credit HBO/Warner

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Half Chinese and Australian who was born and raised in Hong Kong, Melanie, has a deep passion for yoga and enjoys traveling to remote destinations. Her treks have been recognised through articles featured in publications like Honeycombers, Sassy, earning her the role as Editor of Hong Kong Living. Currently, she holds the position of Senior Partnerships & Business Development Manager at Lan Kwai Fong Group and serves as the Editor of lankwaifong.com. Melanie combines her passion with work to create extraordinary experiences. You can find her on top of a mountain in Hong Kong or on the beach with her dog, Melvin.
Melanie Cox