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Chinese make beeline for Phuket to mark New Year
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 13/02/2026
» Phuket's tourism sector is experiencing strong momentum during this year's Chinese New Year and Valentine's Day, with a sharp rise in Chinese arrivals driven by additional flights and renewed travel demand, according to the Phuket Tourist Association (PTA).
Phuket City sounds alarm over mounting waste
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 05/12/2025
» PHUKET - Officials in Phuket City are alarmed by the increasing amount of waste that now exceeds its capacity to handle, urging other local administrations to abandon their complacency and join the fight against garbage.
Hurdles remain for sustainable tourism in Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 26/11/2025
» Phuket aims to become a sustainable tourism city, but there is still room for improvement in terms of tax, infrastructure, waste management and traffic, according to Bhummikitti Ruktaengam, president of the Sustainable Tourism Development Foundation.
Fears grow Phuket tunnel could be delayed
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 06/11/2025
» Phuket: The private sector is calling for urgent action on the Kathu–Patong tunnel project amid mounting fears of a delay.
Phuket airport forecasts 16m passengers in 2025
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 10/10/2025
» Phuket International Airport expects to welcome more than 16 million passengers this year, driven by rising international arrivals and new direct flight routes from Europe and Asia, said airport director Monchai Tanode.
Bold plans take shape in Phuket
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/10/2025
» Phuket authorities have launched a sweeping infrastructure blueprint aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving water security, and upgrading marine transport links to boost the island's role as a regional hub.
Phuket to launch boat taxi trial
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 13/09/2025
» Phuket is preparing to introduce a boat taxi service aimed at reducing road congestion and enhancing transport options for both residents and tourists, with a trial run scheduled for November.
AOT eyes Phuket airport upgrade
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 16/05/2025
» Airports of Thailand (AOT) plans to upgrade Phuket International Airport to support up to 18 million passengers per year by 2029.
Phuket real estate market booming
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/04/2025
» Phuket's property market has seen rapid growth after the Covid-19 pandemic, with the province making 400 billion baht in tourism revenue last year. However, concerns persist concerning wastewater issues.
Group rejects 'slum' label for Myanmar community
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/03/2025
» The director of a Catholic-run school in Phuket denies that a Myanmar community in the province is living in a "slum", as labelled by a foreign YouTuber.