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.
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Phuket gateway opens route to Phang Nga’s quieter tourism offer
Phuket’s airport and tourism infrastructure are supporting access to Phang Nga as Thailand promotes lower-density, wellness and sustainable travel, with Russian visitors among its largest international markets.
Plus Property targets 65 Phuket projects under three-year expansion plan
The Sansiri subsidiary plans to expand its Phuket property management portfolio from 30 to 65 projects and raise revenue to B150 million within three years.
Freedom Beach remains closed indefinitely as rough seas persist
Patong Municipality has extended the closure of Phuket’s Freedom Beach after a drowning and amid continued rough sea conditions.
Phuket guide highlights 34 activities for families, solo travellers and food lovers
A Phuket travel guide groups attractions and experiences by traveller type, from family-friendly water parks and beaches to Old Town food tours, viewpoints and nearby sea-kayaking trips.
16-year-old Phuket rocker returns to school after America’s Got Talent live shows
Nene Royal returned to Kajonkiet International School Phuket on 31 August, three days after coming home from the United States, where she advanced to the America’s Got Talent grand final.
Phuket trains 150 officials on anti-corruption ethics
About 150 public-sector representatives attended a Phuket training programme covering ethical standards, good governance and corruption-risk prevention.
NACC examines B113.5 million Phuket marine research centre project
Thailand’s anti-corruption agency and auditors inspected a staff accommodation project at Phuket Aquarium, which has a B113,582,200 budget allocation and is scheduled for completion in December 2028.
Thailand introduces faster deportation rules for foreign nationals, including in Phuket
A new Prime Minister’s Regulation on Deportation gives the Interior Ministry wider powers to remove foreign nationals who violate Thai law and impose entry bans.
Thailand adopts deportation rules for misbehaving foreign tourists
A new regulation allows authorities to detain, revoke the visas of and deport foreign tourists who threaten public order, break the law or cause disturbances.
DSI summons Phuket MP over alleged nominee property case on 31 August
The Department of Special Investigation will question People's Party MP Somchat Techathaworncharoen over allegations involving nominee holdings for foreign nationals in Phuket land and property.