A Sea of Arrivals
We stepped off the plane and into a sea of passengers, as if several flights had arrived at once. Lines stretched ahead in slow waves, filled with quiet voices and the steady roll of luggage. We joined the queue and moved forward bit by bit, waiting patiently until we finally cleared Immigration at 2:00pm, stepping through with a quiet sense of relief.
Baggage and Beyond
At baggage claim, we headed to Carousel 4 expecting a wait, but our yellow submarines were already there, set neatly aside under the bright lights. We picked them up with quiet satisfaction—it felt like the final small win after an extraordinarily long morning.
Onward to Patong
With bags in hand, our first task was to reach Patong Heritage Hotel, our home for the next four nights. After weighing our options, we chose a traditional airport limousine for its ease and fixed price. Among the counters just outside baggage claim, we settled on PBC Sakorn Taxi Service, paying THB800 (≈ MYR98/USD25/EUR21), before heading to Exit 7.
The Drive
Our driver, Mr. Chainasak, greeted us warmly and took charge of our luggage. By half past two, we were on the road in a new, spotless Toyota Camry. The ride was smooth and comfortable, and the 38 kilometre journey to Patong took about seventy minutes, offering our first gentle glimpse of the island.
Check In
We arrived at Patong Heritage Hotel and, following clear instructions from our host, made our way up to Unit 1111 on the 11th floor. It was a quiet, satisfying arrival—the kind that settles a long journey into stillness.
Settling In
The studio apartment quickly proved to be a great choice. Though close to the busy center, it sat just far enough back to stay peaceful. Inside, everything we needed was neatly in place—cool air conditioning, a TV, a safe, and a well stocked bathroom.
The property also offered two inviting pools—a lively one on the ground floor and a quieter one above—as well as a small gym. With Jungceylon mall just three minutes away and Bangla Road five minutes beyond, we felt perfectly placed to explore.
A Late Lunch
After settling in, we headed out in search of food. A short chat with the front desk pointed us in the right direction, and we soon found ourselves along Rat Uthit Song Roi Pi Road before arriving at Song Phee Nong 2.
Without hesitation, we ordered pad khrapow, squid fried with salted egg, and white rice, along with an apple juice and a small Leo beer. The meal was simple and satisfying, costing THB400 (≈ MYR49/USD12/EUR10).
Supplies for the Evening
With our perut filled, we wandered back, stopping at 7 Eleven for water, snacks, and small comforts. Our haul came to THB376 (≈ MYR46/USD12/EUR10)—everything we needed to ease into the evening.
A Creative Stop
Along the way, we stepped into Seed Tattoo to meet Sunny, whom we had been chatting with on WhatsApp. We discussed a small two inch elephant head design with splashes of colour. After refining a few ideas, we settled on a design and booked our session for noon in three days’ time, leaving with quiet excitement.
A Gentle Beginning
From airport to apartment, everything fell into place—an easy transfer, a comfortable stay, good food, small errands, and a creative plan ahead—our first afternoon unfolding with a calm, effortless rhythm as we eased into island life!
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