Phuket lobster festival targets B200 million economic boost
The 11th Phuket Lobster Festival will run from 1-31 August, with organisers expecting more than 30,000 participants and at least B200 million in economic activity.
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Phuket and Mongolia discuss tourism and trade cooperation
Talks at Phuket Provincial Hall focused on Mongolian tourism, direct flights and opportunities to expand Thai product exports.
Phuket expects B329.73 million in domestic tourism spending over three-day holiday
Phuket’s tourism authority expects 62,211 Thai visitors and average hotel occupancy of 60.79% during the 28-30 July holiday period.
Phuket court dismisses B5 million lawsuit over one-star cake shop review
A Phuket court has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against a customer who criticised a cake shop’s taste and prices in a one-star review.
Phuket hotel operators petition Parliament over licensing legal vacuum
Phuket hotel operators have petitioned Parliament for urgent action, saying a legal vacuum after the expiry of a ministerial regulation has left more than 5,600 hotels unable to obtain or renew licences.
More than 2,000 join Phuket City Pride 2026 parade in Phuket Town
More than 2,000 people joined the Phuket City Pride 2026 parade in Phuket Town on June 27, with organizers highlighting inclusivity, tourism and preparations for the Inter Pride conference later this year.
AMLO to Auction ATLAS Yacht in Phuket on June 23 With 600 Million Baht Starting Price
AMLO is set to hold a public auction in Phuket for the yacht ATLAS on June 23, with an opening price of 600 million baht.
Policy scholar backs Phuket Special Economic Zone plan at seminar
Professor Dr Kriengsak Chareonwongsak backed a proposal to turn Phuket into a special economic zone at a June 4 seminar, describing the island as a potential regional hub for innovation, technology and investment.
Phuket restaurant dispute centers on unpaid 80-baht smoothie bill
A foreign customer left a Chalong restaurant without paying an 80-baht charge for a strawberry smoothie after disputing its quality, according to staff and video shared online.
Senate subcommittee backs proposal to make Phuket a metropolitan administration
A Senate subcommittee has backed a proposal to give Phuket metropolitan status, including direct election of a governor and greater control over local administration and revenue.
LH Bank extends B1.8 billion loan for EQ Phuket luxury resort
LH Bank extends B1.8 billion loan for EQ Phuket luxury resort — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.