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Security tightened on Koh Samui after Phuket incidents
Gary Boyle, Published on 30/06/2025
» Authorities on Koh Samui have increased security measures, inspecting all vehicles and people arriving on the island, following the discovery of several suspected explosive devices in Phuket and Krabi.
'Rain bombs' revive fears of 2011 floods
Gary Boyle, Published on 04/06/2025
» Thailand's recent "rain bombs" have triggered concern about a repeat of the massive floods in 2011 that caused widespread losses, paralysed cities and stung the economy.
Fire destroys part of Chiang Mai’s Dhara Dhevi hotel
Gary Boyle, Published on 23/04/2025
» A fire destroyed the spa building of the Lanna-style Dhara Dhevi Hotel in Chiang Mai early Wednesday morning. There were no casualties.
White Lotus lifts Songkran bookings on Samui by 65%
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/03/2025
» Koh Samui tops the list of Thai destinations for the Songkran holiday next month, thanks to the influence of the hit TV series “The White Lotus”, a government spokesman said on Wednesday.
Alcohol ban in national parks to be relaxed
Gary Boyle, Published on 19/03/2025
» The Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) plans to allow alcohol consumption within designated areas for certain groups, provided a permit is granted by the park's chief.
UK murder investigation tied to 2012 Pattaya assault
Gary Boyle, Published on 13/03/2025
» Detectives investigating the murder of a British man who died after a serious assault in Thailand 13 years ago are asking for new information about the case.
Four Israelis deported after Pai hospital rampage
Gary Boyle, Published on 10/02/2025
» Tourist police and Immigration Bureau (IB) officers are cracking down on tourism-related offences in Pai district of Mae Hong Son province following the deportation of four Israeli nationals involved in a violent rampage at Pai Hospital.
New terminal named one of world's best
Gary Boyle, Published on 15/11/2024
» Suvarnabhumi Airport's Midfield Satellite Terminal 1 (SAT-1) has been named one of the World's Most Beautiful Airports for 2024 by Prix Versailles, Thailand's transport minister said.
Tourists avoid soaked Chiang Mai
Gary Boyle, Published on 27/09/2024
» A month of flooding in the North has led to a dire low season in Chiang Mai this year, as tourists cancel plans and avoid the whole region, according to the Tourism Council of Chiang Mai.
Michelin names its best Thai hotels
Gary Boyle, Published on 26/09/2024
» In its first hotel list for Thailand, Michelin has awarded eight hotels with its top, three key ranking.