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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).
Mystery death, stolen ring and an intruder during Phuket music festival
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 18/01/2026
» PHUKET: A young Indian man died mysteriously, a young couple lost a 300,000-baht diamond engagement ring and there was an attempted break-in at a woman DJ’s hotel room - all during the three-day Electric Daisy Carnival music festival in Phuket.
Phuket airport reopens after Navy plane mishap
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 08/10/2025
» Phuket International Airport reopened its main runway on Wednesday afternoon, three hours after a Royal Thai Navy aircraft experienced a landing gear malfunction and blocked the runway.
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.
Phuket boat taxis linking beaches and airport possible this year
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 02/05/2025
» PHUKET - Boat taxi services connecting some beaches and the airport are expected to make a debut later this year, a senior Marine Department official said on Friday.
Phuket tourism off to strong start
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 20/04/2025
» The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket Office has reported a robust start to 2025, with tourism revenue reaching 149 billion baht in the first quarter.
Phuket touts weight-loss expertise
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 17/03/2025
» Vachira Phuket Hospital, a state-run hospital in Phuket, is expanding its role in the medical tourism sector. The hospital aims to attract more international patients seeking weight-loss surgery, capitalising on growing demand for this popular procedure.
Riviera study 'almost done'
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 10/03/2025
» The feasibility study for the Andaman Riviera project is set to wrap up this month, says the Transport Ministry.
Phuket sets road map to protect migrant dugongs
News, Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 14/11/2024
» Phuket is forming a working group to care for about 30 dugongs that have migrated from the coasts of Trang and Krabi to areas around Rawai Beach.
New Phuket direct flights to bring more Kazakhstani tourists
Achadthaya Chuenniran, Published on 28/10/2024
» Phuket is looking to an increase in tourists from Kazakhstan following the start of direct flights to and from the central asian country's remote capital, Astana.