Went to Thailand Phuket in March 2016. Rented a car to drive around the whole island. It’s not a small island. To see most interesting sights and enjoy the beautiful beaches, one should plan on staying at least 3 nights.
A boat excursion to outlying islands is a must. I recommend the James Bond island/ mangrove kayak tour.
If you have never seen a ladyboy performance show, you must try Simon Cabaret. It’s well done and worth the VIP ticket to get the closer seat.
Here is a drone video I made-
