Phuket waters forecast to see 2-metre seas amid Thailand rain warning
The Thai Meteorological Department expects southwesterly winds to push seas from Phuket northward to around 2 metres on 6 September, with higher waves during thunderstorms.
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Phuket wellness forum highlights hotel shift beyond spas
Executives at BEING Thailand 2026 said hotels are integrating fitness, food, recovery and social activities into conventional luxury stays as wellness demand broadens.
PPAO and filmmakers sign agreement to develop Phuket’s creative industries
The partnership aims to build creative skills, connect local creators with markets and develop new businesses in Phuket.
Thai prime minister orders deportation of Israeli man convicted over threats to Koh Samui zoo owner
Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered the deportation of Yaacov Ohayon after his conviction for criminal intimidation by the Koh Samui Provincial Court.
Phuket underpass lighting works completed after delay, penalty reaches B12.6 million
Lighting improvements at all five Phuket underpass locations were completed on 28 August, with the contractor facing B12.6 million in late-completion penalties.
Patong officials prefer dialogue after 150-person protest at Loma Park
About 150 people attended a symbolic protest in Patong, below the 500 expected by organisers, while officials said they preferred dialogue to further demonstrations.
Thai MPs reject Senate changes to clean air bill
Thailand’s House rejected Senate amendments to the Clean Air Management Bill by 414 votes to two on 3 September 2026, triggering a 20-member joint committee review.
Singaporean fugitive arrested in Bangkok after three-month drug investigation
Thai police arrested a 40-year-old Singaporean man in Bangkok after a more than three-month investigation into alleged drug offences and hazardous chemicals.
Phuket-Phang Nga route showcases 10+10 MICE Adventure campaign
A Department of Tourism familiarisation trip highlighted marine, nature and community-based experiences for MICE travellers in Phuket and Phang Nga.
Phuket tourism leaders call for a shift from volume to value
Speakers at the Phuket Tourism Forum 2026 said Phuket should focus on the benefits of tourism growth rather than simply attracting more visitors.
September blood-donation drives scheduled across Phuket
The Phuket Regional Blood Centre and Vachira Phuket Hospital Blood Bank will hold 28 mobile blood drives in Phuket during September, amid an ongoing shortage of Rh-negative blood.