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Phuket nightspot operators want crackdown on illegal operations
Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 08/01/2026
» With the recent bribery case regarding entertainment operators in Phuket resurfacing, the private sector urged a crackdown on illegal operations such as staying open late for nightlife venues as well as unlicensed accommodations, which tarnish the tourist island’s reputation and deprive the government of tax revenue.
Overhaul of nightspot zoning rules studied
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 23/10/2025
» The Thai government has revived a proposal to look into easing zoning rules for entertainment venues, along with the afternoon alcohol sales ban, according to a cabinet source.
Samui looks to high season for growth
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/07/2024
» As the high season approaches for the Gulf of Thailand, tourism operators in Samui are projecting growth driven by European visitors, while urging extended operating hours for the airport to add 20 more daily flights, which would increase the number of tourists by 10-20%.
Operators want government to ease rule on alcohol sales
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 20/02/2024
» The extension to the opening hours of entertainment venues and the liquor tax incentive has made less of a positive impact on tourism than expected, while operators urged the government to consider cancelling the limited hours available for the sale of alcoholic drinks.
Minister cools on visitor insurance
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 21/12/2023
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry says a universal insurance plan for tourists may not be necessary as the compensation sum for healthcare in the past was much lower than the expenses anticipated for an expansive insurance plan.
Call for longer Phuket nightlife hours
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 28/10/2023
» Phuket tourism operators have asked the government to extend the operating hours of entertainment venues for at least three months to monitor the outcome, allocating enough personnel to ensure tourism safety.
The night is full of promise
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 14/08/2023
» When it is too early to sleep, visitors have plenty of choices in Thailand other than heading back to the hotel.
Successor urged to persist with plans
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 19/07/2023
» The Tourism and Sports minister hopes his successor will continue the current plan of making tourism a national agenda.
Organisers urged to strictly regulate Loy Krathong events
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 02/11/2022
» The Tourist Police Bureau is exploring the number of Loy Krathong events around Thailand and asking organisers to limit the number of participants to avoid overcapacity, while it aims to co-develop software to detect density in communities and tourism areas.
Stimulus plan revived as Prayut returns
Business, Molpasorn Shoowong, Published on 05/10/2022
» The Tourism and Sports Ministry is pushing ahead with its proposals for a 1-billion-baht stimulus project and a 4am closing time for entertainment venues as Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha returns to office.