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Thai tourism hit, arrivals fall by 30%
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/04/2026
» The tourism industry is calling for urgent support measures after visitor numbers fell by about 30% in the first month following the start of the Middle East war, with operators warning of continued pressure into the second and third quarters.
Exposing an encroachers’ paradise
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/04/2026
» A secluded strip of sand cradled by forested hills, Freedom Beach in Phuket has long been prized for its natural beauty — clear waters, dense greenery and a tranquillity cherished by local communities who lived and worked in harmony with the land.
Phuket sets 2030 emissions cut target
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 03/01/2026
» Phuket is aiming to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 400,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent by 2030, representing a 9.6% reduction from projected levels.
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.
Governor backs call for special status
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 15/08/2025
» Phuket governor Sophon Suwannarat is calling for the province to be upgraded into a special administrative area, saying the move is necessary to tackle the island's critical infrastructure and environmental issues.
Russian 'kidnapper' nabbed
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 09/01/2025
» Phuket — One of the two Russian nationals suspected of robbing a compatriot in Phuket on Sunday has been arrested while his accomplice has fled the country, police said on Wednesday.
Patong hill road to fully reopen Dec 25
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 07/12/2022
» PHUKET: The Patong hill road is expected to fully reopen to traffic on Dec 25, with repair work on its landslip-weakened foundation now almost complete.
Landslides block roads, cause power cuts in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 20/10/2022
» PHUKET: Multiple landslides caused by torrential rain blocked traffic and caused blackouts in this southern tourist island on Thursday, but Phuket airport remained open.
Flooding, mudslides, blackouts in Phuket
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 19/10/2022
» PHUKET: Persistent rain, flooding, mudslides and blackouts continued to plague this southern tourist island on Wednesday.
Phuket begins clean up after rain, floods
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/10/2022
» Phuket: Cleanup operations were in full swing yesterday after flooding, triggered by heavy rain, wreaked havoc on the tourist island while provincial authorities have indicated that further inundation is unlikely for the upcoming long weekend.