I used this for a trip to Phuket on an Asian cruise in December 2019. Although I have largely been impressed by Lonely Planet guides in the past, this one was lacking, and the section on Phuket tiny. The guide may be better for those planning longer trips and island hops around Thailand, and I might come back to it in future when planning a longer trip, but at this moment in time, I must admit that I am rather disappointed.