Jungceylon to host Phuket Experience Days 2026 in Patong
The three-day event will offer discounted adventure, travel and wellness packages, live music, a cabaret show and social media giveaways.
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South Korean man arrested in Hua Hin over B147 million property fraud case
A 67-year-old South Korean national identified as Mr Han has been arrested in Hua Hin over alleged property investment fraud involving losses of more than B147 million.
UPDATE: Thailand approves nationwide disaster insurance scheme covering Phuket households
Thailand has approved a B15.5 billion state-funded disaster insurance scheme expected to launch in October and cover about 30 million households, including homes in Phuket.
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.
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.
South Korean fraud suspect arrested after staying in Phuket
Thai authorities arrested a South Korean man wanted over an alleged investment fraud after he spent time at several accommodations in Phuket and later hid in Nonthaburi.
Phuket Marriott Merlin Beach launches two dining venues and family Splash Zone
Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach has added Italian and Japanese restaurants plus a new interactive pool area for children.
Woman arrested over alleged luxury villa booking scam in Phuket
Police arrested a woman accused of taking more than B5 million from luxury villa booking customers, including two Russian tourists who paid more than B2 million but found no reservations in Phuket.
Woman arrested over alleged B1.5m Phuket villa booking scam
Police arrested a woman in Thalang after two Russian tourists reported paying B1.5 million for a Phuket villa that had not been reserved.
Christie’s International Real Estate Thailand opens second office in Phuket
The office in Choeng Thale-Bang Tao is the company’s second in Thailand and will connect Phuket luxury properties with Christie’s global network.
Luxury hotels account for 89% of Phuket’s planned new room supply
Phuket has 2,653 hotel rooms scheduled to enter the market in 2027 and 2028, with 89% targeting the Luxury and Upscale segments, Knight Frank Thailand says.