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Bang Tao living: Why families choose Phuket's west coast

Bang Tao offers five international schools within 20 minutes, villa rentals from 90,000 baht monthly, and Boat Avenue shopping complex. Airport sits 20 minutes north.

Rawai vs Bang Tao: Schools, traffic & infrastructure

Bang Tao vs Rawai families hinges on infrastructure realities. Bang Tao delivers 15-minute school commutes to HeadStart and BISP, walkable shopping, and managed traffic. Rawai offers stronger digital nomad community but faces 60-minute school runs and severe Viset Road congestion. Choose based on family needs and work style.