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Phuket Globetrotter: At the DNC, is this ‘moment’ a movement?

Sunday 29 September 2024 02:00 PM

Ah, Chicago, where the pizza is deep and the hot dogs are naked. If you found yourself in the Windy City in late August attending the Democratic National Convention (DNC), as I did as a credentialed journalist representing The Phuket News, you were in for a political spectacle for the ages.

Phuket Globetrotter: From sceptic to fan, an odyssey at the Paris Olympics

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 25 August 2024 02:00 PM

When I first obtained the coveted tickets to the 2024 Paris Olympics, I’ll admit I was sceptical. As someone who is allergic to large crowds and mass tourism, the prospect of attending the world’s most celebrated sporting spectacle created apprehension. With millions of people converging on a city that has a love-hate reputation with visitors, how could this possibly be fun?

Where in Thailand Do Tourists Travel Most

Phuket Life / Travel

Friday 16 August 2024 02:08 PM

Consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 most visited travel destinations, it’s no surprise Thailand’s capital, Bangkok, welcomed over 25 million tourists in 2023.

Cassia Phuket nominated for Best Pet-Friendly Accommodation

Phuket Life / Travel

Tuesday 13 August 2024 03:40 PM

Banyan Group’s premier lifestyle hotel vies for Best Pet-Friendly Apartment at International Travel Awards 2024

Phuket Globetrotter: How not to plan a trip across the Pacific

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 28 July 2024 02:00 PM

“Surely this can’t be right”, I muttered aloud as I attempted online check-in for our flight to the Solomon Islands. To my dismay, I discovered that our pricey tickets had zero baggage allowance and the additional fees would be US$120 per bag.

Discover Why Renty is the Ultimate Rental Choice in Dubai

Phuket Life / Travel

Thursday 25 July 2024 07:52 PM

Discover the best selection of car rentals in Dubai with Renty. A variety of cars, easy booking and unique services ensuring your comfortable travels

Phuket Globetrotter: Got tribal instincts? Try Vanuatu

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 30 June 2024 11:00 AM

We need to get off this volcano right now, Patrick declared as he grabbed my hand. Immersed in thick toxic volcanic smog on the narrow rim of Mount Yasur with near zero visibility, we slowly and deliberately descended out of the plume. Mount Yasur, perhaps the world’s most accessible active volcano, is known for its frequent explosions. We ventured to the rim in the hope of witnessing a natural fireworks show of agitated lava, but mother nature dished out a very different experience that evening.

Phuket Globetrotter: Does travel really make a difference?

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 26 May 2024 02:00 PM

Aki Ra, a Cambodian child soldier in the Khmer Rouge who was taken from his family at age 5, explained: “It was normal to me… It’s what I knew.”

Phuket Globetrotter: When others zig, why not zag?

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 14 April 2024 02:00 PM

Leaving before 5am still wasn’t enough to beat the crowds. Pedalling through Siem Reap’s sleepy streets, it didn’t take long to realise that we weren’t alone. Tourists using all forms of transport were on a pilgrimage to witness sunrise at Angkor Wat. On this morning, there were easily 10,000 visitors, all jockeying for that perfect position.

Globetrotter: ‘You just got a golden shower!’

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 24 March 2024 02:00 PM

I knew it was a dangerous position as I stood at the base of a towering tree. Head tilted back, I observed a chimpanzee and her toddler stationed on a high branch directly above. It was an unobstructed backside view. After a morning of dispirited trekking in Uganda’s Kibale National Park, I was willing to take any view.

Phuket Globetrotter: Upended in Uganda

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 25 February 2024 11:00 AM

I sensed this would be a different journey before I got off the plane in Uganda. The first bottleneck occurred while deplaning at Entebbe airport, a process that abruptly jammed without explanation. Military people were milling on the ground, more than seemed justified for a routine flight from Dubai. Something was happening outside.

[VIDEO] Muay Thai in Phuket || You Should Go There #13

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 21 January 2024 12:41 PM

Take a peek at one of the top Muay Thai gyms on the island! Andy Whitelaw is bringing it straight to you in this month’s You Should Go There!

[VIDEO] Junkyard Theatre || Phuket: You Should Go There #12

Phuket Life / Travel

Saturday 31 December 2022 01:04 PM

You never know what you’re going to see at the Junkyard Theatre! Located at the Underwood Art Factory, the Junkyard Theatre hosts shows like no other. True home-grown escapism that always delivers! PHUKET THAILAND, YOU SHOULD GO THERE!

Phu Quoc – a paradise built on the pearl island of Vietnam

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 18 December 2022 11:00 AM

Despite COVID-19 remaining relevant, in some ways, it is now under control as can be seen from the rising recovery of tourism. Now that travel is becoming more accessible, everyone is eager to get away from the outbreak and explore the world’s wonders. Vietnam, one of the ‘top of mind’ destinations in Asia-Pacific, is ready to embrace tourists again. One of Vietnam’s beauties, ‘Phu Quoc’, is emerging as a blooming tourism destination that offers unforgettable experiences for visitors.

Exploring the Unseen Thailand: 5 Offbeat Destinations

Phuket Life / Travel

Monday 12 December 2022 11:36 AM

Thailand conjures up pictures of exotic islands just by mentioning it. There are also picture-perfect beaches. There are also beautiful blue waves and full moon parties.

[VIDEO] Sumalee Boxing Gym || Phuket: You Should Go There #11

Phuket Life / Travel

Saturday 8 October 2022 01:11 PM

Take a peek at one of the premier Muay Thai gyms on the island! Jon Nutt is bringing it straight to you in this month’s You Should Go There!

The Road Less Travelled

Phuket Life / Travel

Sunday 31 July 2022 11:00 AM

Long-term Phuket expat Jim Mielke has just released the second installment of his trilogy subtitled “Adventures in International Living, Self-Discovery, and a Life of Meaning”, with the hope of inspiring people to travel off the beaten track and help local communities while they’re there.

Boy 9 and Ex Tourism and Sports Minister launch - Thailand Amazing Thailand 2

Phuket Life / Travel

Monday 18 July 2022 11:46 AM

’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.

[VIDEO] Bang Tao || Phuket: You Should Go There There #10

Phuket Life / Travel

Wednesday 8 June 2022 04:05 PM

A new fight destination on the island is bringing all the UFC buzz from around the globe: Bang Tao Muay Thai & MMA.

Krabi x Phang Nga travel challenge.

Phuket Life / Travel

Monday 16 May 2022 06:28 PM

Brace yourself for great tours, bang hotels, great prices, with special privileges and a bunch of prizes.

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