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Layoffs Loom as Pay Pressures Mount on Phuket

Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:52:22 +0700

Latest A high season filled with low expectations is predicted to bring layoffs in the new year. The cycle that enables resorts to retain staff through good and bad seasons no longer works.

Healthy Karon Haul a Good Sign for Phuket's Future

Chutima Sidasathian — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:21:17 +0700

Latest Fishermen could not believe the scale of the school of fish that came to Karon beach this week and gave them their largest haul in living memory. It's a good sign, locals say.

MediaWATCH: China's 'Pirate Power' Sea Change

Phuketwan Reporters — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 23:40:17 +0700

Phuket news Digest China wants to chase pirates; Burma may free Suu Kyi; Latest Thaksin twists; Minor tips recovery, If; Gorby at the fallen wall; SAS slashes air fares; Red Guard Barack

New Chalong-Patong Road Wins Cabinet Backing

Paweena Petyoi — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:58:24 +0700

Latest Phuket's Governor appears to be ahead on points in his bid to have two key new roads built to improve connections, despite the objections of environmentalists.

No Tap Water for Three Days: Patong Resident

Paweena Petyoi — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:05:29 +0700

Latest One resident says his area in patong has been without tap water for three days and he has had to buy a tank and pump because of concerns about the local supply.

Troubled Residents, Phanason Meet to Agree Deal

Chutima Sidasathian — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:43:53 +0700

UPDATE A dispute over property that appeared set for mediation has flared into a faceoff with the developers pushing piles of earth across roads at a Phuket City estate.

MediaWATCH: Thaksin Tells, And It's Ugly Stuff

Phuketwan Reporter — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:01:21 +0700

UPDATE Thaksin in dispute over newspaper report; Belgium appreciates beauty; World Travel Awards results; Quake hits Indonesia; anti corruption demo; Malayasia's big spender.

Andara and Phuket Scoop Thailand Property Awards

Property Awards media release — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:21:31 +0700

Latest A record number of entries indicated property is alive and well in Thailand, with Phuket and Andara doing especially well in this year's Thailand Property Awards.

Phuket's Day at the Duck Race: Photo Special

Phuketwan Reporter — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:16:59 +0700

Photo Special We were off to the races, the rubber duck races, along with all keen Phuket sports fans. And at the inaugural Phuket Community Foundation Race Day, everybody was a winner.

Mediation Bid to Settle Phuket Property Dispute

Chutima Sidasathian — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:55:38 +0700

Latest A mediation panel is to sit with both parties in a long running land ownership dispute at a Phuket housing estate to attempt to reach a compromise.

Budget Set for Phuket Sports Centre: Deputy PM

Chutima Sidasathian — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:35:11 +0700

Latest A visit to Phuket by a Deputy Prime Minister brings assurances that not one but two large sports venues will be established to help the island boost sports tourism.

MediaWATCH: US Killing Spree Alarms Muslims

Phuketwan Reporters — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 23:48:54 +0700

Phuket Digest Fear stalks Muslims after slaughter; Cambodia faceoff grows intense; Thaksin a loser in poll; .Beyonce 'a sex party'; Phuket private jets plan; tuktuk race; 5000 tipped for boat show.

Phuket Regatta Hits Rock With Full Moon Party

Paweena Petyoi — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:25:08 +0700

Roy Fest royplay Phuket's traditionally staid King's Cup Regatta sails into uncharted waters with a full moon party on Karong beach that is likely to wreck a few crews.

Phuket Tourists in Trouble Win a 'Fly Home' Deal

Chutima Sidasathian — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:49:42 +0700

Latest The Simon Burrowes and Annice Smoel cases damaged tourism in Thailand, even though the offences involved were minor. Phuket's Chief Justice now has a solution.

Upmarket Expat Five Pull Off Phuket Drive-in Heists

Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:02:29 +0700

Latest Five expats have been apprehended as police investigate a series of upmarket heists at Phuket villas. The men are being questioned about fake passports and pillaging the homes.

Hunt on For Phuket TV Presenter

Phuketwan Reporter — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 02:29:34 +0700

Latest Job A television production company has chosen to begin its hunt for a local TV presenter and asked Phuketwan for help. The going rate: 4000 baht a day, plus expenses.

Phuket Sport's Parting Volley: Photo Special

Phuketwan Reporter — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:05:10 +0700

Photo Special The professional competitors in the women's beach volleyball series take time out to relax with friends and family on Phuket, with the competition continuing to Sunday's final.

MediaWATCH: Phuket Police Pursue Serial Snatchers

Phuketwan Reporters — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:04:29 +0700

Phuket Digest Police believe a pair of Phuket bag snatchers struck five times in three hours; Thaksin crosses border; Soldier shootout shocks US; New TAT Phuket chief; Christian theme park.

Phuket's New Holiday Inn, Finding Love in Patong

Alan Morison — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:39:19 +0700

Latest Cosmetic surgery and a new face to show the world is part of the timely brand change at Holiday Inn Resort Phuket. And for many, love will continue to be a vacation in Patong.

Natural Restaurant (Thammachat) Phuket City

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 06:36:28 +0700

Phuket Dining Once it may have been appropriate to mention Tarzan and Jane but these days, for a new generation, having dinner here is probably more comparable to an episode from 'Survivor.'