PPHO says Phuket tourism video showing alcohol does not break advertising law
Phuket health officials said a tourism video showing drinks in Phuket Old Town is acceptable because it promotes the destination, not alcohol sales or brands.
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Police track motorcycle owner after tourist seen trying to remove wheel lock in Phuket
Police recorded a motorcycle’s details and tracked its owner after a tourist was seen trying to remove a police wheel lock from a bike parked in a no-parking zone in Phuket.
Foreign tourist couple criticised over provocative tuk-tuk video in Phuket
A video shared on June 9 showed a foreign tourist couple behaving provocatively inside a moving tuk-tuk in Phuket, prompting online backlash and calls for police action.
Floating pier planned at Sirinat National Park to ease Phuket airport road traffic
A floating pier is planned at Sirinat National Park in Phuket to give airport travellers a sea route alternative and help ease chronic road congestion.
British tourist arrested after barefoot rampage in Phuket
A British tourist was arrested in Phuket after allegedly challenging people to fights, blocking traffic and forcing police to use a taser to subdue him.
Phuket officials plan upgrade to early childhood development centres
Phuket officials are piloting an upgrade programme for early childhood development centres in Rawai, with possible expansion to Kathu and Thalang if successful.
Phuket property market draws overseas buyers amid geopolitical uncertainty
Property executives and analysts say Phuket is attracting continued overseas interest, including from Middle Eastern buyers, as geopolitical instability drives demand for lifestyle and diversification investments.
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.
Immigration crackdown leads to arrests in Phuket as Thailand tightens border security
Thailand’s Immigration Bureau said special operations in tourist communities led to dozens of arrests in Phuket as part of a wider crackdown on transnational crime, illegal work and scam activity.
Phuket delegation promotes island’s MICE credentials at IMEX Frankfurt 2026
Phuket officials and tourism representatives attended IMEX Frankfurt 2026 to promote the island’s readiness for major MICE events and strengthen its global market profile.
Navy-led dive teams remove 125kg of marine debris off Racha Noi
Navy-led dive teams removed 125kg of marine debris, including discarded fishing gear and general waste, from the seabed at Koh Racha Noi off Phuket during a conservation campaign on May 31.