Phuket Wan - Tourism

UPDATE Phuket Tourist Tells of Singapore Holiday and Being Held by a Phuket Taxi Driver

Chutima Sidasathian — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:40:17 +0700

UPDATE A young tourist who was due to appear in court on Phuket to give evidence against a taxi driver accused of abduction has given her account of the terrifying experience.

Caution Urged on Scary Reports of Jellyfish off Phuket Beach

Alan Morison — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:25:44 +0700

Latest The diver who took footage of jellyfish off a popular Phuket beach has urged caution and a scientific approach in dealing with the issue. Jellyfish experts are meeting on Phuket.

Phuket Pie-in-the-Sea Ferry Diverts Attention from Phuket's Cruise Shambles

Alan Morison — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:50:26 +0700

News Analysis Phuket marine officials need reminding that Phuket needs a deep sea port with proper facilities to attract more quality tourists before the pie-in-the-sea Airport-Patong ferry.

New Phuket Scam: Stolen Motorcycles Held for Ransom

Sert Tongdee — Mon, 20 May 2013 03:59:57 +0700

Latest Phuket police believe they have discovered a new scam on Phuket - motorcycles that are being stolen then ransomed back to the victims after a fee has been paid.

Bus Crash North Of Phuket: Two Hurt, Power Pole Downed

Phuketwan Reporter — Mon, 20 May 2013 01:30:02 +0700

Latest Wet weather sees a double-decker Bangkok to Phuket bus slide off the road north of Phuket, bringing down a power pole and leaving two passengers injured.

Dreamliner for Phuket; Heavy Rain to Hit Phuket; Governor Meets Tourism Chiefs; Thaksin Speaks ...

Phuketwan Reporters — Mon, 20 May 2013 00:16:05 +0700

Phuket News UPDATE Forecasters predict bleak Wednesday, Thursday; Governor in talks on tourism; More than 20,000 at red rally; Obama meets Myanmar, not Burma; England crushes NZ.

Phuket Cabbie's Rival is Prime Suspect for Taxi Blaze

Phuketwan Reporter — Sun, 19 May 2013 13:50:41 +0700

Latest A fire that partially destroyed a taxi in Patong is being blamed on a rival driver, according to detectives investigating the case. Police inquiries are continuing after the blaze.

Phuket to Gain New 600m Baht Southern Hospital, Says Group Director

Phuketwan Reporter — Sun, 19 May 2013 12:06:03 +0700

Latest A new hospital is planned for southern Phuket, the director of Bangkok Hospital Phuket has told Thai media. The facility will cost 600m baht and eventually hold 100 beds.

Phuket Raiders Arrest Resort 'Owner' High in Hills

Phuketwan Reporter — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:54:17 +0700

Latest An afternoon trek high into the Phuket hills produces another arrest for the Kathu Director and his team who have continued a crackdown on illegal developments.

Phuket Volunteer Arrested With Illegal Handgun

Phuketwan Reporter — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:44:09 +0700

Latest Police arrested a man who was in possession of a gun when he stopped at a checkpoint in Patong early today. He turned out to be a volunteer with Thalang District.

US Must Ask Burma: Why So Little Action on Rights, Rohingya?

Human Rights Watch Media Release — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:57:17 +0700

Latest A visit to the US by Burma's reformist leader poses the perfect opportunity for President Obama to ask why promises made six months ago on human rights have not been kept.

Krabi Power Talks; Bangkok Readies for Reds; N Korea Fires Missiles; Pattaya Underage Arrest; ...

Phuketwan Reporters — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:43:03 +0700

Phuket News UPDATE N Korea fires short-range missiles; Quake shakes Japan; Child arrested at Pattaya bar; Drugs bans may be eased; Bali chases conferences; Becks in tears; Phuket events.

UPDATE Phuket Taxi Driver Kidnapped Me, Tried to Rape Me, Says Young Tourist

Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison — Sat, 18 May 2013 08:17:45 +0700

PHOTO ALBUM A Chinese tourist alleges she was kidnapped when she arrived on Phuket by a taxi driver who grabbed her breasts, kissed her, tried to rape her and kept her captive for hours.

Embassy Warns Expat Citizens to Avoid Bangkok Demo Marking 2010 Killings

Phuketwan Reporter — Sat, 18 May 2013 07:33:44 +0700

Latest A warning has been sent to Canadian citizens warning them to steer clear of a political demonstration on Sunday in Bangkok out of concern about violence.

Phuket Expat Found Dead near Phuket Country Club

Sert Tongdee — Sat, 18 May 2013 06:21:53 +0700

Latest The body of a Frenchman has been found dead in a large house near Phuket Country Club by a maid. First indications are that a heart attack killed him.

Justice for Thailand's 2010 Killings Obstructed by Politics

Human Rights Watch Media Release — Sat, 18 May 2013 00:40:07 +0700

Latest Successive governments and the army have resisted efforts to bring those responsible for killings in Bangkok in 2010 to justice, says Human Rights Watch.

Gay Marriage Oui; Phuket Plan to Rid Thailand of Rabies, Beat Dog Meat Trade; Executions ...

Phuketwan Reporters — Sat, 18 May 2013 00:03:45 +0700

Phuket News UPDATE A Phuket group is offering stolen dogs new homes and plans to beat rabies nationwide; Methanol kills backpacker; New airline for Thailand; Phuket events.

US Aircraft Carrier Targets Phuket

Alan Morison — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:06:09 +0700

Latest The USS Nimitz is due off Phuket later this month to give its crew of 5500 personnel a shore leave break in a destination that is becoming increasingly popular with the US Navy.

Europe's Ambassadors to Gather on Phuket

Alan Morison — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:33:26 +0700

Latest As many as 18 ambassadors from European countries will discuss Phuket's problems and hear from tour operators and honorary consuls when they meet for a three-day retreat.

Phuket Gains Direct Thrice-Weekly Flights to Philippines

Phuketwan Reporter — Fri, 17 May 2013 06:00:05 +0700

Latest A Philippines low-cost carrier takes the plunge and starts flying between manila and Phuket at discount prices three times a week from August 16.