สนามบินภูเก็ตตอบแล้ว คนไทยขายหน้าฝรั่ง ใช้รูปสิงคโปร์โปรโมตเที่ยว ไม่ได้พลาดแต่ตั้งใจ?!

*สนามบินภูเก็ตตอบแล้ว คนไทยขายหน้าฝรั่ง ใช้รูปสิงคโปร์โปรโมตเที่ยว ไม่ได้พลาดแต่ตั้งใจ?! — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.*

Published: 2026-03-14 18:03 UTC Event date: developing

Phuket International Airport has responded to criticism after a promotional display inside the terminal featured an image of Singapore’s Peranakan Houses, sparking confusion among tourists and embarrassment among local residents. The incident came to public attention on December 16, when a post on the local Facebook page “อีจี้จุ๋ม Phuket” shared a photo taken inside the airport. The post described how a foreign tourist, intrigued by the displayed image, asked where the location could be found in Phuket, only to discover that the colourful row houses were actually located at 287 Joo Chiat Road in Singapore.

The social media post quickly went viral, with many Thai commenters expressing frustration that Phuket’s airport would use a foreign landmark to promote local tourism. Some noted that Phuket itself has a wealth of unique Sino-Portuguese architecture, particularly along Thalang and Dibuk roads in Phuket Town, and questioned why authentic local buildings were not featured instead. The incident led to widespread discussion online about the importance of accurately representing Phuket’s cultural heritage to visitors.

In response to the criticism, Phuket International Airport issued an official statement on its Facebook page. Airport authorities clarified that the image was part of a broader decorative effort to showcase Sino-Portuguese architecture, a style shared by both Phuket and Singapore. The airport explained that the use of the Singaporean Peranakan Houses was intentional, not an oversight, and was meant to highlight the architectural similarities between the two locations. However, the airport acknowledged that the display may have caused confusion and apologized for any misunderstanding.

The airport assured the public that it is committed to promoting Phuket’s tourism image sustainably and responsibly. Officials stated that they would review and improve the decorative displays in the terminal to better reflect Phuket’s unique identity. The airport also emphasized its ongoing role as a responsible corporate citizen and a good neighbour to the local community.

For Phuket residents and the tourism industry, the incident has highlighted the importance of accurate and sensitive promotion of the island’s assets. As Phuket continues to welcome international visitors, local authorities and businesses are likely to pay closer attention to how the province’s distinctive culture and landmarks are represented. Further updates from the airport on changes to its promotional materials are expected in the coming weeks.

Source: https://www.sanook.com/news/9672218/