Virgin Atlantic to launch direct Heathrow–Phuket flights
Virgin Atlantic will begin three-times-weekly seasonal flights from London Heathrow to Phuket on 18 October 2026, while Norse Atlantic plans a separate Gatwick service from December.
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Parking dispute sparks restaurant outburst in Phuket
A tourist allegedly threw a heavy menu and verbally abused restaurant staff after being told to move a pickup truck or pay a B1,000 fine.
Sansiri targets B80 billion Phuket portfolio under five-year roadmap
Thai developer Sansiri plans 30 new Phuket projects worth B40 billion over five years, including seven launches in the second half of 2026.
Vietnam Airlines begins four-weekly direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Phuket
Vietnam Airlines launched direct Ho Chi Minh City–Phuket flights on 2 July, with four weekly round trips operated by an Airbus A321.
TransNusa to launch direct Bali-Phuket flights in September
TransNusa will begin four weekly flights between Denpasar and Phuket on 9 September, increasing the service to daily flights from October through March 2027.
Phuket MP alleges B1mn Thai ID scheme linked to Chinese nominee network
Phuket MP Chalermpong has urged an urgent Interior Ministry investigation after alleging that a Chinese national linked to five Phuket companies charged up to B1 million to help Chinese nationals obtain Thai identification cards or change citizenship status.
Officials dismiss claims of B500 parking fee at Bang Wad Dam
A Phuket investigation found no evidence that motorists were charged B500 to park on public land at Bang Wad Dam in Kathu, officials said.
Indian Tourist Allegedly Chased and Beaten by Mob in Phuket
An Indian tourist was allegedly chased and assaulted by locals in Phuket after reportedly pushing a woman who tried to stop a fight. Footage shared online shows the group pursuing and allegedly kicking and punching him.
Two foreign men filmed fighting on busy Cherng Talay road
Two foreign men were filmed fighting in the middle of Srisoonthorn Rd outside HomePro in Cherng Talay on July 14, creating a dangerous situation as traffic passed around them.
Thailand to Give Indian Passport Holders 30-Day Visa-Free Entry Under Revised Rules
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved 30-day visa-free entry for Indian passport holders, avoiding a previously proposed return to a 15-day visa-on-arrival system. The changes will take effect 15 days after publication in the Royal Gazette.
استئناف إعادة تطوير بحيرة Nai Harn مع تقييد الوصول أثناء الأعمال
سيُقيد الوصول إلى المناطق المحيطة ببحيرة Nai Harn مع استئناف أعمال إعادة التطوير، والتي تشمل إعادة رصف الطرق، وتحديث شبكات تصريف المياه، وإنشاء ممرات جديدة للمشاة حول الموقع الشهير.