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Bellissimo beachside dining at the Azzurra
Bellissimo beachside dining at the Azzurra
Sunday 11 January 2026 11:00 AM
Italian cuisine is always a firm favourite so it is with great anticipation that we make our way to the recently renovated Azzurra restaurant at the Angsana Laguna Phuket on the shores of Bang Tao Beach for an evening of fine dining.
Anaconda reboot raises laughs but lacks bite
Anaconda reboot raises laughs but lacks bite
Saturday 10 January 2026 02:00 PM
If you ask a few people to name some of their guilty pleasure films I can guarantee that if they were watching movies back in the 1990s then they will mention the original Anaconda movie from 1997. Yes it was trashy, yes it was pulpy but this action horror that starred the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Eric Stoltz, Ice Cube and (unbelievably) Jon Voight got its job done and entertained its audience.
Getting to know the man behind the words
Getting to know the man behind the words
Saturday 10 January 2026 01:00 PM
Ron McMillan, an author now based in Chiang Mai, started out as a writer and photojournalist amidst the flying rocks and toxic teargas clouds of Seoul in the run-up to the 1988 Olympics. After covering the Seoul Games from opening to closing ceremonies, he shifted base to Hong Kong in time for the final decade of British colonial rule.
One New Year’s Resolution That Can Transform Your Life
One New Year’s Resolution That Can Transform Your Life
Sunday 4 January 2026 02:00 PM
Every year as the calendar resets, many engage in the same global ritual: the New Year’s resolution. We pledge to exercise more, drink less, eat better, sleep earlier, declutter and finally become who we want to be. And by February, most of these promises quietly disappear.
Getting into good habits
Getting into good habits
Sunday 28 December 2025 11:00 AM
A New Year, a new you, right? January has a way of bringing out the idealist in all of us. We make resolutions and declare that this is the year we will finally “get it together.” There is a certain thrill in imagining a future self with impeccable habits and steady discipline. But as the weeks unfold, enthusiasm wanes, routines disintegrate and those shiny intentions start to feel less like a plan and more like a passing mood. The issue is not a lack of resolve – it is misunderstanding how habits are built in the first place.
How to Gear Up in World of Warcraft
How to Gear Up in World of Warcraft
Saturday 27 December 2025 04:05 PM
In this guide, we’ll cover the main ways to gear your World of Warcraft character and how to quickly get equipped both before and after the endgame. We tried to keep all the info general and universal, without tying it to any specific season or expansion, so you can use the guide at any time, no matter the current state of the game.
Is AI still going to take over the world, or what?
Is AI still going to take over the world, or what?
Sunday 21 December 2025 02:00 PM
A shock recent finding from the Census Bureau showed that the number of Americans daily using AI at work ticked down to a meagre-sounding 11% and has fallen most sharply among the biggest firms.
James Cameron goes emotional with latest Avatar
James Cameron goes emotional with latest Avatar
Sunday 21 December 2025 12:00 PM
With Avatar: Fire And Ash now released in cinemas the one thing that movie goers are probably not expecting is a film that not only looks visually spectacular but concentrates so much on characterisation that it genuinely has the ability to affect its audience emotionally.
From Thailand to Poland: Planning Your trip to Auschwitz
From Thailand to Poland: Planning Your trip to Auschwitz
Monday 15 December 2025 06:08 PM
Auschwitz-Birkenau stands as one of humanity's most significant memorial sites - a UNESCO World Heritage location that bears witness to the darkest chapter of the 20th century. For you as a Thai traveler, visiting this place offers more than historical education; it's a profound journey into understanding human rights, tolerance, and the importance of remembering past atrocities to prevent future ones.
The joy of rare bird spotting in Phuket
The joy of rare bird spotting in Phuket
Sunday 14 December 2025 12:00 PM
The island of Phuket is not only celebrated for its warm tropical sun and fresh breeze which make it an ideal tropical paradise for tourism but it is also a great stopping off point for many migrating birds.
The Talented Mr Johnson
The Talented Mr Johnson
Saturday 13 December 2025 02:00 PM
As we rapidly approach the Hollywood Awards we thought here at The Phuket News it might be nice to sit down with some of the actors, actresses and filmmakers that might be in the running for some award wins.
‘Wonderland’ NYE gala at Angsana Laguna Phuket
‘Wonderland’ NYE gala at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Saturday 13 December 2025 12:00 PM
Angsana Laguna Phuket is set to redefine New Year’s Eve celebrations in Phuket with its inaugural “Celebration in Wonderland” gala, a 7-hour beachfront spectacle combining world-class entertainment, unlimited premium dining and direct ocean fireworks viewing.
The Smokaccia Laboratory receives prestigious global award
The Smokaccia Laboratory receives prestigious global award
Friday 12 December 2025 12:09 PM
The Smokaccia Laboratory in Phuket marks the first restaurant in Thailand to receive the most prestigious global award for vegetable-focused sustainable fine-dining - And emerges as one of Thailand’s fastest rising restaurants. As this year’s award season has just wrapped up, the restaurant led and founded by the creative, passionate and ambitious duo Chef Luca Mascolo and Brigitta Houkamp has been recognised with a remarkable number of awards in the last month, placing ‘The Smokaccia Laboratory’ among the fastest-rising fine dining restaurants in Thailand and Asia.
Laguna Phuket unveils new electric shuttles as part of regenerative transformation push
Laguna Phuket unveils new electric shuttles as part of regenerative transformation push
Sunday 7 December 2025 12:00 PM
Laguna Phuket has made a significant advancement in its sustainability efforts by launching eight new fully electric shuttles, featuring the Rava Beach Club’s identity. This initiative coincides with the grand opening of the Rava Beach Club and represents a significant step forward in promoting low-carbon mobility and responsible tourism at Asia’s premier integrated resort destination.
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
Sunday 30 November 2025 12:00 PM
December is the month we collectively pretend calories, bedtime and moderation are myths. The parties multiply, the desserts call your name and self-control quietly packs its bags until January. But thriving through the chaos – not just surviving it – is entirely possible. You do not need a detox, a miracle cleanse, or a monk-like routine. You simply need to maintain a steady routine and stay mindful, so you can recognise when you’re slipping and get back on course.
Soi Dog launches urgent response for flood-affected animals in Hat Yai
Soi Dog launches urgent response for flood-affected animals in Hat Yai
Sunday 30 November 2025 11:33 AM
The Soi Dog Foundation has launched an urgent relief operation to assist dogs and cats affected by severe flooding, with emergency teams deployed from Ayutthaya to Hat Yai. The foundation has mobilised veterinarians, rescue officers, pet food supplies, and essential medical aid to ensure immediate and sustained support for both pets and stray animals in crisis.
Dissociation from nature and how to reconnect
Dissociation from nature and how to reconnect
Sunday 30 November 2025 11:00 AM
Phuket is one of the most beautiful islands in the world, yet every day its beauty faces a momentous challenge… litter. We see it on the roadside, on our beaches, outside shops and piled up right next to the bin. It doesn’t come from bad people, it comes from habits. From disconnection. From when we forget that what we drop doesn’t disappear, it just becomes someone else’s problem.
Zootopia 2 a sequel worth watching
Zootopia 2 a sequel worth watching
Saturday 29 November 2025 02:00 PM
A decade ago one animated film surprised everybody. At the time Disney’s animation arm had watched as Pixar and Dreamworks had shot past it and were creating hit after hit. Then Disney dropped Zootopia – a film that people seemed to expect very little from but ended up getting rave reviews, was a box office success and was lapped up by its target audience.
A taste of Italy reimagined by the Andaman Sea
A taste of Italy reimagined by the Andaman Sea
Sunday 23 November 2025 11:00 AM
Alongside the powder-soft sands of Bang Tao Beach, within the heart of Laguna Phuket, lies Azzurra – an Italian dining experience shaped by tradition, inspired by the Andaman sea and elevated by the artistry of true culinary craftsmanship.
A Wicked and magical ride
A Wicked and magical ride
Saturday 22 November 2025 02:00 PM
One of my fondest memories as a child is discovering the magic of movies through my parents. There was something special about Friday and Saturday nights when my parents would let me stay up late to watch the Hollywood classics. I would sit there mesmerised as films like The Wizard Of Oz, Oliver! and The Sound Of Music would play.