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Tourism Ministry readies campaigns
Tourism Ministry readies campaigns
BANGKOK: The Tourism and Sports Ministry plans to introduce short- and longer-term marketing plans to encourage more spending among foreign tourists.
Patong police arrest knife-point robber
Patong police arrest knife-point robber
PHUKET: Patong Police have arrested a man wanted for a theft and robbery, most notably for robbing a hotel staffer in Phuket Town at knife-point.
Galileo Maritime Academy brings Capt Julius Valladares on board, expands courses
Galileo Maritime Academy brings Capt Julius Valladares on board, expands courses
PHUKET: Galileo Maritime Academy has appointed Capt Julius Valladares to head its MCA commercial courses and bridge simulator school in Phuket.
American shoots himself, wife as Pattaya fugitives recaptured
American shoots himself, wife as Pattaya fugitives recaptured
BANGKOK: An American prison escapee allegedly shot and wounded himself and his wife as police moved in and arrested them and the third Pattaya Court fugitive in Sa Kaeo province today (Nov 6).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Terrorists kill 15 in southern checkpoint! Drug mule caught? Third tourist drowns! || November 6
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Terrorists kill 15 in southern checkpoint! Drug mule caught? Third tourist drowns! || November 6
PHUKET XTRA - November 6 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com 15 killed in security checkpoint attack! |:| Russian tourist dies in Phuket waters |:| Arrest over cocaine smuggling at airport |:| Cambodia fears rebels at Thai border |:| Two arrested in Pattaya escaped inmates case Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Indian cuisine comes to Kata Sea Breeze Resort and The SIS Kata Phuket
Indian cuisine comes to Kata Sea Breeze Resort and The SIS Kata Phuket
Kata Sea Breeze Resort and The SIS Kata Phuket have announced their partnership with a university in New Delhi, India and will be welcoming chef apprentices to come and teach their Thai chefs the methods and exotic flavours of Indian cuisine.
Insurgents attack security checkpoint in Yala, 15 killed
Insurgents attack security checkpoint in Yala, 15 killed
YALA: Fifteen people manning a security checkpoint were killed when it was attacked by gunmen on last night (Nov 5), in Tambon Lam Phaya of Muang district. The victims’ weapons were stolen.
Four arrested in separate Phuket drug busts
Four arrested in separate Phuket drug busts
PHUKET: Phuket Provincial Police have announced the arrests of four suspects for drugs offences, with two of the suspects found in illegal possession of firearms.
Phuket police launch anti-crime campaign ahead of Loy Krathong Festival
Phuket police launch anti-crime campaign ahead of Loy Krathong Festival
PHUKET: More than 480 police, military officers and volunteers assembled at Phuket City Police Station at 6pm yesterday evening (Nov 5) for a grandstand show of strength and to receive the order from Region 8 Police Deputy Commander Maj Gen Teeraphol Thipjaroen to ramp up their efforts for the upcoming Loy Krathong Festival, to be celebrated next Monday (Nov 11).
Bus drivers reminded how to drive safely to Patong
Bus drivers reminded how to drive safely to Patong
PHUKET: Tour and people transport companies operating buses in Patong were yesterday brought together to make sure they get the message to make sure their drivers are prepared for the steep hills into the busy tourism town and the buses themselves are safe enough to make the journey.
Princess highlights safety at WTM travel fair in London
Princess highlights safety at WTM travel fair in London
BANGKOK: Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana has listed safety for tourists as a priority task for Thailand to improve its tourism industry.
Chelsea, Ajax draw European thriller as Liverpool win and Barca stumble
Chelsea, Ajax draw European thriller as Liverpool win and Barca stumble
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Jorginho scored two penalties as Chelsea came roaring back from 4-1 down to draw 4-4 with nine-man Ajax in a Champions League classic on Tuesday (Nov 5), while holders Liverpool claimed a narrow victory and a stuttering Barcelona were held.
Nishino calls 24 players for qualifiers
Nishino calls 24 players for qualifiers
FOOTBALL: Thailand coach Akira Nishino announced his 24 players for this month's World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday (Nov 5).
Phuket tourist arrivals jump for October no reason to celebrate
Phuket tourist arrivals jump for October no reason to celebrate
PHUKET: An 18% year-on-year jump in the number of international arrivals at Phuket International Airport for the month of October is no reason to celebrate just yet, says Phuket Tourist Association President Bhummikitti Ruktaengam.
Opposition plots no confidence vote to oust coalition
Opposition plots no confidence vote to oust coalition
BANGKOK: The opposition plans to launch a no-confidence debate against the government, tentatively scheduled for Dec 18-20, saying that while it has little chance of winning, the debate will expose flaws in the ruling coalition.
PIWC November lunch
PIWC November lunch
The November lunch will be at the Phuket Vocational College on Thursday the 21st November 2019. 11:30 Registration with lunch soon after. Members 700 Baht Non Members 850 Baht Please have the correct money if possible. There will be a mini bazaar for handicrafts items on sale (made by the students) and there will be some dance performances during lunch, also performed by the students. Ladies in the North, a minivan can be arranged leaving from outside Villa Market depending on numbers. RSVP at shelpmitchell@gmail.com 
Giant XTC Mountain Bike
Giant XTC Mountain Bike
17.5" Giant XTC, 30 speed Mountain Bike. Aluminium frame, Shimano components, hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, front suspension First Air Platinum. Original cost Baht 45,000 selling for Baht 30,000 negotiable. Location Phuket.
Man arrested in Phuket for violent attempted rape in Krabi
Man arrested in Phuket for violent attempted rape in Krabi
PHUKET: A man wanted for attempted rape in Ao Luek, Krabi, was arrested at a housing estate in central Phuket today, police announced late this afternoon (Nov 5).
Russian tourist dies despite rescue, revival efforts
Russian tourist dies despite rescue, revival efforts
PHUKET: A 61-year-old Russian tourist has died after being dragged away from shore by a rip at Karon Beach today (Nov 5).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Inmates shoot cop, escape! Tourist dies in snorkeling tour! B1 billion Ponzi scheme? || November 5
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Inmates shoot cop, escape! Tourist dies in snorkeling tour! B1 billion Ponzi scheme? || November 5
PHUKET XTRA - November 5 || brought to you by PVCPhuket.com 3 Inmates escape after shooting cop |:| Accused Ponzi scheming couple in custody |:| Japanese tourist dies in snorkeling tour |:| Teen arrested in sting operation over pirated krathongs |:| B2.29 Mn townhouse as lucky draw top prize! Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket