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Mall Group Chair calls for ‘courage’ to develop Thailand’s tourism attractions
Mall Group Chair calls for ‘courage’ to develop Thailand’s tourism attractions
BANGKOK: The Thailand Tourism Forum (TTF) returned for its eighth edition, with an action-packed agenda focusing on the mega-projects that are currently transforming the tourism landscape in Bangkok and beyond.
Lovely 3 Bedroom Villa - Layan
Lovely 3 Bedroom Villa - Layan
Wonderful Resale Villa for Sale in Layan, Phuket. Completely renovated with new furnishings. Also includes fully modern German Kitchen with Miele appliances and is double glazed throughout. Located in the immaculate Bang Tao/Laguna area, this private pool villa offers lush mountain scenery and a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of Phuket, while only a short drive from the boutique shops, restaurants and a stunning 8 km stretch of white sand beach.
4 Bed Villa for Sale Nai Harn
4 Bed Villa for Sale Nai Harn
Prima Villa A perfect family home or investment, this 4 bedroom single level pool villa offers privacy and features a large garden and pool. Located in the heart of Nai Harn on a quiet soi with no through traffic. The master bedroom occupies the prime location at the front of the villa with spectacular views of the private pool and garden. Floor to ceiling sliding doors open to the pool terrace allowing for a natural indoor / outdoor flow. The huge en-suite bathroom has a sunken bath and his and hers sinks. The living room is open plan with sliding doors and large windows which overlook the pool and garden. High ceilings with resort style fans and granite tile flooring enhance the feeling of space and luxury, while maintaining a cool environment. The western kitchen is conveniently located next to the dining area and is fully equipped. Double garaging and a separate laundry area complete this family home.
DNA tests prove disappeared activists were murdered
DNA tests prove disappeared activists were murdered
THAILAND: Police confirm that DNA tests prove that two bodies washed up on the shore of the Mekong River in the Northeast are the corpses missing anti-government activists.
Swine fever virus found in China tourist sausages at Phuket Airport
Swine fever virus found in China tourist sausages at Phuket Airport
PHUKET: Processed pork products seized from a Chinese tourist in Phuket last Wednesday (Jan 16) have been found to contain a viral strain of African Swine Fever (ASF), according to the Department of Livestock Development.
Soi Dog’s Mobile clinic continues in Phuket, starting in Rawai
Soi Dog’s Mobile clinic continues in Phuket, starting in Rawai
PHUKET: The mobile clinic of Soi Dog Foundation, which provides sterilisation and vaccination free of charge, has begun in the Rawai area.
Patong seaweed ‘safe’ says expert
Patong seaweed ‘safe’ says expert
PHUKET: A mass of green seaweed that washed up on Patong Beach yesterday (Jan 21) is harmless, according to marine biologist Dr Jiraporn Charoenvattanaporn.
Cherng Talay goes on water rations
Cherng Talay goes on water rations
PHUKET: The Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organisation (OrBorTor) has introduced water rations for residents and local businesses in an effort to prevent water supplies for the area being exhausted entirely.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Cancer-free elephant! Bear claws & dead turtles? Cop turns self in for.... || Jan. 22
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Cancer-free elephant! Bear claws & dead turtles? Cop turns self in for.... || Jan. 22
PHUKET XTRA - January 22 Elephant is cancer-free! |:| Cop surrenders in fatal shooting case |:| 110 drug users finish Phuket rehab |:| Bear claws and dead turtles |:| Thai will NOT detain migrant kids Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Cabinet approves price control at hospitals
Cabinet approves price control at hospitals
THAILAND: Prices of drugs, medical supplies and medical services will soon be overseen by a joint panel after the cabinet approved adding them to the price control list today (Jan 22).
Grand Opening at GALAXY Roof Club Patong
Grand Opening at GALAXY Roof Club Patong
Set the date! We're delighted to invite you to our ✩ Grand Opening ✩ of the Galaxy Roof Club in the heart of Patong! Come join us in your sharpest outfits, bring friends and celebrate this special night with us. Wonderful live performances, fire show, stunning dancers, live music and special guest DJ PAN-POT from Berlin will bring the party to the next level till late! FREE ENTRY from 7:00 PM with a welcome drink and canapé. Private Parking Space available. Info/Bookings and reservations via email reservations@galaxypatong.com , or tel at 0804807777 more info on Facebook or at www.galaxypatong.com
Phuket Town cleans up ahead of Chinese New Year
Phuket Town cleans up ahead of Chinese New Year
PHUKET: Phuket City Municipality is calling on people to clean out their houses ahead of the Chinese New Year festivities, which this year falls on Feb 5.
WhatsApp limits message forwarding to fight ’fake news’
WhatsApp limits message forwarding to fight ’fake news’
SAN FRANCISCO: Facebook-owned mobile messaging platform WhatsApp announced Monday (Jan 21) it was restricting how many times any given message can be forwarded in an effort to boost privacy and security.
Thai Tapas With A Modern Twist
Thai Tapas With A Modern Twist
The award-winning Chef Prasertchai ready to excite the palates of diners with his exceptional Modern Thai dishes, an upcoming Marriott’s guest chef’s pop up event. 4 – 7 February, from 6.00 onwards at Ginja Taste: Select either 6 or 10-course set menu. 5 February at Ginger Cook, cooking class 11 am - 2 pm for 3 course set menu.
Hotels urged to cut plastic use
Hotels urged to cut plastic use
THAILAND: Incentives have been offered to encourage local hotel operators to use less plastic and join the Thai Hotels Plastic-Free Project.
Policeman surrenders for Phuket street slaying, denies charges, released on bail
Policeman surrenders for Phuket street slaying, denies charges, released on bail
PHUKET: A Border Patrol Police Lance-Corporal wanted for shooting dead a local councillor’s son in Phuket early Saturday morning has presented himself to police, Wichit Police confirmed today (Jan 21).
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Monks killed in temple! Mango sticky rice world record? Saphan Hin street shooting! || Jan. 21
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Monks killed in temple! Mango sticky rice world record? Saphan Hin street shooting! || Jan. 21
PHUKET XTRA - January 21 South Thailand violence: Two monks killed in temple |:| World record mango sticky rice! |:| Soi Dog continues anti-rabies campaign! |:| Saphan Hin street shooting |:| Bangkok air STILL polluted Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
Danish man dead after motorbike hits truck making U-turn
Danish man dead after motorbike hits truck making U-turn
PHUKET: A Phuket truck driver has been charged with causing death by reckless driving after he was involved in a collision that killed a Danish motorcyclist early on Friday morning (Jan 18) – a charge he denies.
Man killed by wild elephants
Man killed by wild elephants
CHACHOENGSAO: Wild elephants are believed to have pulled a man from a small hut in a pineapple field and stomped him to death.
Saudi asylum case impels reform of tough Thai refugee policy
Saudi asylum case impels reform of tough Thai refugee policy
BANGKOK: On a television set in a grim, overcrowded Bangkok detention centre, refugees closely followed Saudi woman Rahaf Mohammed al-Qunun’s quest for resettlement, as the 18-year-old asylum-seeker’s case spurred hopes of a major policy turn from Thailand – a country that does not recognise refugees.