Sponsored article by Anucha Kasun PHUKET is one of Thailand’s most beloved destinations for a reason: stunning beaches, vibrant culture, rich culinary experiences, and some of the best resorts in Southeast Asia. But when it comes to finding a Phuket beach resort that blends affordable rates with premium experiences, the choices can feel overwhelming.
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8 dishes to order at a seafood restaurant in Phuket, Karon
Sponsored article by Anucha Kasun THE best thing about eating at the beach? Your seafood was probably swimming in the Andaman Sea just hours ago. Karon Beach has quietly become Phuket’s go-to spot for seafood enthusiasts who know that fresh catch, bold Thai spices, and sunset views make for an unbeatable combination. From sizzling
Read morePhuket Airport runway closed after aircraft malfunctioned
PHUKET International Airport’s sole runway has been closed after a military airport malfunctioned there at 11.14 a.m. today (Oct. 8) with passengers urged to check with their airlines to prevent missed flights, FM91 Trafficpro and Phuket Times online media said. For maximum safety Phuket Airport issued a runway closure notice in order to move
Read moreHalf a tonne of Ice heading for Indonesia seized off Phuket
THAI Office of Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) officials together with a team of navy officers raided a passenger ship anchored off Phuket’s Ao Chalong pier and seized half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine (Ice) and some Ketamine which were being taken to Indonesia, Naewna newspaper said today (Sep. 29). ONCB Secretary-General Pol. Gen. Panurat
Read moreFormer Phuket Airport deputy chief held on graft charges
A FORMER deputy director of Phuket Airport was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport upon arrival from overseas on charges of corruption in mishandling garden decoration contracts for Thailand’s main airport worth 7.1 million baht, TV Channel 7 said today (Sep. 26). A National Anti-Corruption Commission and Immigration Bureau 2 team apprehended Mr. Manas (surname withheld),
Read moreTwo foreigners chase, steal luxury watch from American man in Phuket
A ROBBERY that shocked local people in Phuket took place last evening (Sep. 17) with two foreigners chasing and stealing a 300,000 baht watch from an American man as he rode down a road, Amarin TV said this evening. The crime occurred on Layan Soi 7 road, Cherngtalay subdistrict, Thalang district, with the two
Read moreHuge waves capsize fishing boat off Phuket
A HELICOPTER and HTMS Hua Hin were sent to rescue nine fishermen after their boat capsized then sank upon being hit by huge waves near Koh Racha Yai which is just off Phuket’s southernmost tip, Amarin TV said this evening (Aug. 12). At around 2.50 p.m. Thai Marine Enforcement Command Centre Region 3 was
Read moreLooking for the best pizza in Phuket? Check out this spot
By Anucha Kasun PICTURE THIS: You’re sitting on a pristine beach, waves gently lapping at the shore, and the aroma of wood-fired pizza wafts through the warm tropical air. This isn’t just a dream – it’s reality at Ciao Pizza & Grill on Karon Beach. When it comes to pizza in Phuket, most travellers
Read moreBlackout as tropical storm topples power poles in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phuket too affected
TYPHOON WIPHA which has now weakened to tropical storm knocked down several electricity poles in southern Nakhon Si Thammarat province triggering a blackout in many areas while Phuket too was hit by strong winds and torrential rain that toppled billboards and prevented tourists from swimming in the sea at some beaches, TV Channel 7,
Read moreDrunk Russian man jumps to his death from villa roof
A RUSSIAN man who was drunk climbed up the roof of a villa in Phuket and jumped to his death this afternoon (July 19) after assaulting his friends who had tried to stop him, Amarin TV said this evening. At 3.52 p.m. Pol. SLt. Kriangkrai Daokrajai, deputy chief for investigation at Chalong police station,
Read moreAdvantages of staying at a resort near Patong Beach
By Anucha Kasun PHUKET is one of Thailand’s most popular destinations, and it’s easy to see why. With stunning coastlines, vibrant nightlife, delicious food, and countless activities, it has something for everyone. At the heart of it all is Patong Beach, an energetic hub that combines beach relaxation with convenient access to entertainment, shopping,
Read moreAnother suspect held in planting of bomb-like devices in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi
SECURITY officers arrested another suspect in the planting of bomb-like devices in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi provinces late last night soon after he boarded a van in Phuket to travel to Far South Yala province, TV Channel 7 said this morning (June 28). The suspect, Mr. Rusman (surname withheld), was closely monitored by
Read moreAnother bomb found next to the fence of Phang Nga Governor’s residence
AFTER a few explosives and bomb-like devices were found in Phang Nga, Krabi and Phuket this week, another bomb was found next to the fence of Phang Nga Governor’s residence this evening (June 26), Naewna newspaper said. Mr. Phairat Petsuwan, governor of the coastal province next to Phuket, has stepped up security mobilising officers
Read moreSuspicious bomb-like devices found in Phuket and Krabi
A FEW suspicious bomb-like objects were found at Phuket and Krabi today (June 26) after two suspects who were arrested in Phang Nga on Tuesday (June 24) with a bomb stashed in their sedan confessed to have planted four bombs in Phuket, Naewna newspaper and MNG Online said. At 10 a.m. Pol. Maj. Gen.
Read moreTwo men arrested transporting bomb from Songkhla to Phuket
TWO men driving through Phang Nga province in the wee hours of this morning (June 24) were arrested at a checkpoint after police found a suspicious object in their sedan which turned out to be a bomb, Amarin TV said. At approximately 3.30 a.m. a team of policemen who had set up a checkpoint
Read moreAir India fight gets a bomb threat, asks to make emergency landing at Phuket
Updated at 2 p.m. AN AIR INDIA flight from Hong Kong to Phuket then onwards to New Delhi asked to make an emergency at Phuket Airport after the crew found a bomb threat in a message during the flight, Amarin TV said today (June 13). At 9.30 a.m. Flight Control Centre of Aeronautical Radio
Read moreForeigner who assaulted Phuket doctor gets jail
REGION 8 Appeals Court today (May 23) overturned the lower court’s verdict dismissing a case against a Swiss man on charges of having kicked a Thai woman doctor as she sat on the stairs leading from his villa to Phuket’s Cape Yamu beach in February last year and sentenced him to one month in
Read morePhuket lawyer being sued over sex for dropping charges claim
A NONTHABURI lawyer is suing a well-known Phuket lawyer after a woman complained that he had demanded sex in exchange for dropping defamation charges against her, TV Channel 7 said this morning (May 21). Lawyer Nattachapong Boonkerd, 44, aka Lawyer Kop, said the unidentified 51-year-old woman asked for help after the Phuket lawyer demanded
Read moreUkrainian woman arrested at Phuket airport for trashing luxury condo unit
A YOUNG Ukrainian woman who attracted the attention of Thai netizens after photos of a luxury condo unit she had damaged over the return of 32,000 baht deposit spread online was arrested at Phuket Airport today (May 10) just as she was about to fly overseas, Thai Rath newspaper said. Pol. Col. Somsak Thongkliang,
Read moreArrest warrant out for Swiss man charged with ‘kicking’ doctor
AN ARREST warrant has been issued for a Swiss man accused by a Thai woman doctor of having kicked her as she sat on the stairs leading from his villa to Phuket’s Cape Yamu beach in February last year, TV Channel 7 said today (Apr. 21). Mr. Nipit Intarasombat said although the Court of
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