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Man jailed for selling ‘Yellow Duck’ calendars
Man jailed for selling ‘Yellow Duck’ calendars
NEW YORK: A criminal court in Thailand sentenced a man to three years in prison for selling satirical calendars that authorities allege defamed the monarchy, further chilling free speech in the country, Human Rights Watch said today (Mar 8).
Thailand a big favourite for North American and European travellers
Thailand a big favourite for North American and European travellers
BUSINESS: New research from BBC News shows that people around the world are actively searching for their next getaway abroad and that Thailand is now seen as the most popular destination to visit in South East Asia for visitors planning a trip from North America and Europe.
Rampant monkey abuse prompts PETA call for boycott of all Thai coconut products
Rampant monkey abuse prompts PETA call for boycott of all Thai coconut products
BANGKOK: Despite assurances by the Thai government and the coconut industry that they would take action, monkeys are still being illegally obtained, chained and forced to pick coconuts for suppliers linked to dozens of top coconut milk brands, as revealed in a new PETA investigation released today (Nov 12).
Southeast Asia’s hospitality leaders step into the ring to fight for sustainability at PHIST 5
Southeast Asia’s hospitality leaders step into the ring to fight for sustainability at PHIST 5
PHIST (Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism), Southeast Asia’s biggest and best responsible travel and hospitality forum, returned on Monday (Sept 26) to deliver a knockout blow to unsustainable tourism in Southeast Asia. Back as a live, in-person gathering, this fast-paced event tackled the key topics impacting the region and supported the green recovery of hotels and tourism operators following the global pandemic.
FIFA World Cup trophy tour to visit all 32 qualified nations
FIFA World Cup trophy tour to visit all 32 qualified nations
ZURICH: The second and final leg of this year’s FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola kicked off last Wednesday (Aug 24) in Seoul, Korea Republic, following a send-off event at the Home of FIFA in Zurich starring 2002 FIFA World Cup winner Gilberto Silva.
Phuket yacht industry eyes Thailand Charter Week
Phuket yacht industry eyes Thailand Charter Week
PHUKET: The Thai Yachting Business Association (TYBA), based in Phuket, is ready to kickstart the upcoming tourism high season with the second edition of the Thailand Charter Week from Nov 16-19.
Phuket International Surfing Competition receives ASC Sanctioning
Phuket International Surfing Competition receives ASC Sanctioning
SURFING: The Thailand Surfing Federation is proud to announce that the Asian Surf Cooperative (ASC) will sanction the Phuket Beach Festival 2022’s International Surfing Competition that will take place from Aug 23-28 at Kata Beach in Phuket.
Boy 9 and Ex Tourism and Sports Minister launch - Thailand Amazing Thailand 2
Boy 9 and Ex Tourism and Sports Minister launch - Thailand Amazing Thailand 2
’Senator Weerasak Kowsurat” the ex Tourism and Sports Minister of Thailand and a boy of nine years old known by his cast name as “Thomas” are part of new video called “Thailand Amazing Thailand 2” to promote tourism in Thailand.
Thais dominate at Laguna Phuket Marathon
Thais dominate at Laguna Phuket Marathon
PHUKET: The Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon returned with a roar as more than 7,000 runners from 63 countries enjoyed a weekend of healthy fun in the tropical island of Phuket, and some impressive run times. Thais dominated the longer distances on Sunday while a mix of nationalities shared the spoils across Saturday’s shorter distances.
17th PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards hope for gradual recovery of Phuket real estate market
17th PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards hope for gradual recovery of Phuket real estate market
PHUKET: The latest edition of the PropertyGuru Thailand Property Awards, now open for nominations, will give prominence to the Phuket resort market and other real estate investment destinations across the country.
Laguna Phuket Marathon is back
Laguna Phuket Marathon is back
PHUKET: The Supersports Laguna Phuket Marathon is set to welcome thousands of runners from around Thailand and overseas to Run Paradise in Phuket on June 11-12.
The SIS Kata, Bangkok Hospital Phuket launch ‘Prestige Wellness’ program
The SIS Kata, Bangkok Hospital Phuket launch ‘Prestige Wellness’ program
The SIS Kata, Phuket recently hosted the launch of the new campaign ‘Prestige Wellness’ program bringing together Bangkok Hospital (Phuket) and The SIS Kata as the founders in the first joint venture for Phuket. 
Phad Krapow – Up, Up and Away ‘Space’ Launch
Phad Krapow – Up, Up and Away ‘Space’ Launch
Exclusive footage from Thailand’s highest-ever launch, into the stratosphere, brought to you by Retired, Working For You…
Leading the way
Leading the way
The Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon has become the first hotel to complete and roll out the joint initiative Living Waters Phuket and the Phuket Hotels Association (PHA) Life Bag Project.
A sneak peek into the long-awaited MONOPOLY: Phuket edition…
A sneak peek into the long-awaited MONOPOLY: Phuket edition…
With the launch of MONOPOLY: Phuket edition expected to be in March, makers of the game are showing a sneak peek into what to expect on the board…
Christmas Hospitality Golf Challenge 2021
Christmas Hospitality Golf Challenge 2021
GOLF: A very special Christmas edition of the Phuket Hospitality Challenge Golf Tournament took place at Laguna Golf Phuket last Thursday (Dec 23).   An impressive field of 76 golfers played their merry little hearts out under the beating hot sun, battling for that elusive first place spot and their team’s name on the Trophy. The atmosphere was full of joy as everyone enjoyed some very warm welcomes at the Sponsors holes with festive nibbles and drinks being served. Lady Pie, Drinks & Co, Angsana, Cassia, Banyan Tree, Banyan Tree Spa, Churchills, Captains Bar, Bollywood, B Health and The Hole in One bar all played and important part in making it a really enjoyable day out for everyone. The organiser, Mark Cameron of Asean Events, said, “It was fantastic to see many loyal supporters of the event returning and some new faces too and without their support and the holes sponsors support we wouldn’t have an event like this every year. "Our charity raffle supporters also need some recognition as without their support we wouldn’t raise as much as we do for the charity. Many thanks to the Intercontinental Hotel in Kamala, Aquella Golf Course, Paradise Resort Koh Yao, Pullman Panwa, Four Points Sheraton and all the Laguna Resorts for all their kind donations, which in the end raised B120,000 for the Children’s First Fund (CFF). "Lastly, a big, big thank you to Jason and his team at The Phuket News and Live 89.5FM for their ever-lasting media coverage of the event.” To register your team and/or interest in becoming a sponsor for next year’s event, please visit www.lagunagolf.com/phuket or email golf@lagunaphuket.com or mark.hio1211@gmail.com for more information.
Siam Land Flying will help restore the Thai Tourism Industry
Siam Land Flying will help restore the Thai Tourism Industry
With the Opening of a Five-Star fully integrated “Private Jet Terminal” in Phuket which will attract high end tourists from Worldwide locations which will bring valuable foreign currency to Thailand
First united foundation in Phuket to provide grants supporting the most vulnerable communities
First united foundation in Phuket to provide grants supporting the most vulnerable communities
Living Waters Phuket is fully established to provide grants to projects investing in sustainable community solutions across Phuket and the surrounding islands.
SOS Food Rescue Foundation to hold Thailand’s first food waste changemaking event: Zero Summit 2021
SOS Food Rescue Foundation to hold Thailand’s first food waste changemaking event: Zero Summit 2021
We are reaching the irreversible point of the climate change crisis, and with ongoing environmental and socio-economic problems, the statement cannot be any more precise. The United Nations urges immediate actions, a wake-up call, for the world to make a change before it’s too late.
Key leadership team join Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort ahead of re-opening
Key leadership team join Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort ahead of re-opening
PHUKET: Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort has announced that four key leadership team members have recently joined General Manager Pravin Kumar to reopen Hyatt’s first branded resort on Phuket after an extensive renovation.