Phuket, a Thai island popular with visitors from Russia, continues to host high-profile crowds during the New Year period. Reports note that Russian celebrities and wealthy individuals flock to the island, seeking luxury experiences that stand apart from the local pace of life, a trend highlighted by mk.ru. The influx has given Phuket’s Kamala Beach a new social meaning, with observers likening it to Russia’s Rublyovka—a place associated with exclusive circles and glamorous gatherings.
A resident family, moving from a colder climate to the tropical charm of Phuket, shared details about their plans for the holiday season. The family rents a villa and began their New Year celebrations on December 23. They intend to visit Bang Tao to see classic performances of the Nutcracker and the Swan Lake, a cultural itinerary that contrasts with the island’s natural beauty. Anya, a mother of two who relocated to Phuket with her children, attended performances by popular Russian acts such as Mumiy Troll on January 4 and Basta on January 11. The family also described an upcoming visit to Zemfira, who is known for facing scrutiny in the Russian Federation, with plans to see her on January 12.
In conversations with the article’s author, the family provided rough estimates for holiday expenditures and hinted at the scale of private celebrations common among this circle. Renting a villa in what is referred to as the “Russian Kamala” area is described as costing around ten thousand dollars per day, while chartering a yacht with crew and onboard services from a Russian entrepreneur can run about twenty thousand dollars daily. A lavish gift, a sports car given to a partner for New Year’s Eve, was mentioned as valued at around seven hundred thousand dollars, illustrating the significant spending that accompanies these gatherings.
The scene has also touched the local entertainment calendar. Notably, rapper Guf, whose real name is Alexey Dolmatov, has been publicly connected with his partners and locations in Phuket, underscoring the cross-cultural blend of music, luxury, and seasonal celebration. The island’s celebrity sightings and high-profile social events continue to generate interest beyond the immediate circle, contributing to Phuket’s reputation as a destination where holiday glamour and tropical ambiance converge.
Earlier announcements revealed concerts by Zemfira, extending into overseas venues. The schedule includes a performance in Phuket on January 12, followed by a show in Bali on January 16, signaling a busy start to the year for the singer and a broader international tour that keeps Phuket in the spotlight for fans and observers alike. This pattern of multi-city performances during the New Year period helps explain why Phuket remains a magnet for media attention and for those seeking a blend of luxury, culture, and access to exclusive social scenes. [Source attribution: mk.ru]