Russian driver fined over reckless BMW stunt near Surin Beach
A man believed to be Russian was fined for reckless driving after a video showed a white BMW sedan drifting in a crowded parking area near Surin Beach.
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NACC puts nearly B500 million in Phuket projects under corruption watch
Thailand’s anti-corruption commission has inspected three Phuket government-funded projects and called for tighter procurement oversight, maintenance budgets and long-term management plans.
Phuket targets unlicensed daily rentals under Hotel Act
Phuket authorities have inspected condominium and apartment properties accused of offering daily rentals without hotel licences and plan legal action against a corporate operator.
Phuket sets July 2026 Health Expo as part of push to become regional wellness hub
Phuket will host Phuket Health Expo 2026 on July 1-5 as officials and business leaders push to develop the island into a regional medical and wellness tourism hub.
Phuket police arrest 64-year-old man over forest encroachment at Khao To Sae
A 64-year-old man has been arrested in Phuket after investigators linked him to the clearing of more than 4 rai of protected forest land at Khao To Sae, where officials also found a house-like structure and water tank.
Foreign woman detained after dangerous beach incident and naked outburst in Cherng Talay
A foreign woman was taken into custody after lifeguards rescued her from rough seas at Surin Beach and police responded to reports of naked and erratic behaviour in Cherng Talay.
Police subdue naked foreign tourist after disturbance near Surin Beach
A naked foreign tourist was subdued by police after causing a disturbance at shops near Surin Beach in Phuket on June 9.
Similan Islands National Park Tops 215 Million Baht in 2026 Season
Phang Nga – The Similan Islands National Park has reported record tourism revenue of more than 215 million baht during the 2026 season, before closing for its annual five‑month ecological recovery period. Our previous…
Phang Nga marine parks close for five months from May 15
Phang Nga – Phang Nga Province’s two renowned marine national parks, the Surin Islands National Park and the Similan Islands National Park, have close to tourism and overnight stays for a five-month period, beginning…
NACC Phuket investigates delays in Surin Beach skywalk project
NACC Phuket investigates delays in Surin Beach skywalk project — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
Visiting the Home of the 'Moken', the Indigenous Sea People of the Surin Islands
Visiting the Home of the 'Moken', the Indigenous Sea People of the Surin Islands — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.