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Phuket Opinion: Trapped Sandbox tourists need test and release
Phuket Opinion: Trapped Sandbox tourists need test and release
PHUKET: The Phuket Sandbox scheme has a serious problem with the forced quarantine of 13 tourists this week and Thai officials spouting off how much the Sandbox reopening of tourism to Thailand is going to help kickstart the Thai economy are about to find out just how much it is going to cost them.
Phuket Sandbox: Good idea, gone wrong
Phuket Sandbox: Good idea, gone wrong
PHUKET: For Stefanie Korényi coming back to Thailand this week was the realisation of a dream years in coming and six months just in preparation. She arrived in Phuket on Tuesday (July 6) and 24 hours later she was forced to move from her booked hotel to an alternative local quarantine (ALQ) because someone else tested positive for COVID-19.
Full Phuket Sandbox provincial order reissued
Full Phuket Sandbox provincial order reissued
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew has issued another full order detailing the requirements of entry for tourists entering Phuket under the Phuket Sandbox model.
PPHO braces for infections; Delta, Beta variants confirmed in Phuket
PPHO braces for infections; Delta, Beta variants confirmed in Phuket
PHUKET: Phuket officials are drawing up battle plans in anticipation of a spike in infections on the island after Phuket Provincial Public Health Office (PPHO) Chief Dr Kusak Kukiattikoon confirmed that both the Delta and Beta variants of COVID-19 have now been found among infected people in Phuket.
Good guy Gareth has his three lions purring
Good guy Gareth has his three lions purring
FOOTBALL: The last time England made a European Championship semi-final was 25 years ago. As many of us will sorely remember, it ended in heartache after a penalty shootout loss to arch rivals Germany. The man who missed the crucial kick for England was one Gareth Southgate.
All Bangkok-Phuket buses cancelled
All Bangkok-Phuket buses cancelled
PHUKET: All interprovincial bus services between Phuket and Bangkok have been suspended, effective today (July 10), as all bus services between Bangkok and Southern Thailand have been cancelled.
Airlines scramble to allow passengers to reschedule flights
Airlines scramble to allow passengers to reschedule flights
PHUKET: Four major domestic airlines ‒ Nok Air, Vietjet, Bangkok Air and Thai Smile ‒ have announced emergency measures for passengers needing to reschedule flights due to the restrictions now imposed in Bangkok and its surrounding five provinces.
Wet roads bring accidents
Wet roads bring accidents
PHUKET: The heavy downpours that have strafed the island since yesterday saw wet roads overnight leading to several accidents on Phuket roads.
Private sector committee slashes economic growth projection
Private sector committee slashes economic growth projection
BANGKOK: Thailand’s Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) have slashed the forecast for the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth this year to 0-1.5%, from an earlier estimate of 0.5-2%.
‘Heartbreaking’ Olympic fan ban in Tokyo as virus emergency imposed
‘Heartbreaking’ Olympic fan ban in Tokyo as virus emergency imposed
OLYMPICS: Fans will be banned from most Olympic events and Tokyo will be under a virus state of emergency throughout the pandemic-postponed Games, Japanese officials have announced, just two weeks before the opening ceremony.
Phuket daily infections hit double-digits
Phuket daily infections hit double-digits
PHUKET: For the first time in weeks the number of COVID infections recorded on a single day reached double-digits yesterday.
All schools in Phuket ordered closed for two weeks
All schools in Phuket ordered closed for two weeks
PHUKET: All schools in Phuket have been ordered to close from July 12-23 by order of the Phuket Governor.
AirAsia suspends domestic flights
AirAsia suspends domestic flights
PHUKET: AirAsia has suspended all domestic flights in the country, with the hope of resuming operations from Aug 1.
Seniors, including foreigners, to get jabs donated by Japan
Seniors, including foreigners, to get jabs donated by Japan
BANGKOK: Senior Thais and foreigners based in Thailand will be given priority for the AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine that arrived in the country from Japan on Friday (July 9), according to the COVID-19 taskforce.
Curfew in Greater Bangkok from Monday
Curfew in Greater Bangkok from Monday
BANGKOK: Strict measures, including a curfew, will be imposed in Bangkok and five adjacent provinces for two weeks starting from Monday (July 12) as the government attempts to curb the soaring number of new COVID-19 infections.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket tourists ask to go home after being stuck in quarantine |:| July 9
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket tourists ask to go home after being stuck in quarantine |:| July 9
PHUKET XTRA - July 9 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket New restrictions in Bangkok, 9 other provinces |:| More Phuket schools close over COVID-19 concerns |:| Sandbox tourists stuck in quarantine ask to go home |:| Chemical company told to relocate Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket
More Phuket Town schools close over COVID concerns
More Phuket Town schools close over COVID concerns
PHUKET: Following the closure of two major schools in Phuket Town announced yesterday, three more schools in Phuket Town have announced they will close for at least a week over COVID concerns.
Health authorities agree to use rapid antigen tests to detect COVID-19
Health authorities agree to use rapid antigen tests to detect COVID-19
THAILAND: The Public Health Ministry is accelerating its push for rapid antigen testing in an effort to speed up detection of cases as COVID-19 infections soar.
Thailand International Boat Show to put Phuket on the world stage
Thailand International Boat Show to put Phuket on the world stage
Experienced working with leading luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy, L’Oréal, Givenchy, Kenzo and more, show organisers JAND Events will build on Phuket’s position as the marine and lifestyle hub of Asia, and showcase the best of Phuket to the world with new exhibitor pavilions and visitor activities on a scale never seen before. “Thailand International Boat Show is set to raise the bar for boating and lifestyle exhibitions in the region. Initial feedback from the industry has been very good and we expect a large in-water line-up of boats and an exciting collection of marine products and luxury lifestyle in the marina-side exhibition hall,” said David Hayes, CEO of organisers JAND Events. Visitors will be able to see the latest launches from the world’s most iconic boat brands. Yachts of all sizes, both power and sail, will be on display in-the-water ranging from dinghies and day trippers up to superyachts. Onshore visitors will be able to purchase the latest boating tech, marine products, gadgets and widgets, while also enjoying luxury properties, autos and lifestyle brands on display in the 2,500sqm air-conditioned exhibition hall, the town square and other areas within Royal Phuket Marina. Brought into the JAND team as the Boat Show Consultant, Grenville Fordham – co-founder of PIMEX, Thailand’s first boat show, and himself a former Phuket boat show exhibitor – said, “After 20+ years working in different aspects of the region’s yachting industry, it’s an exciting time to be back in the boat show business. And working with a professional event organiser like JAND Events, I know next January’s show is going to be the first of its kind – and the best yet.” Thailand’s status as the marine leisure hub of Asia remains undiminished despite the challenges of the pandemic. Famed for its islands, stunning offshore seascape and tropical beaches, Thailand is the favoured destination for boat owners in the region and a popular choice for marine leisure tourists from all around the world. An industry valued in the billions pre pandemic, the Thailand International Boat Show will kickstart its revival and be a valuable economic driver for Phuket and Thailand going forward. Billed as A Luxury Lifestyle Event, the Thailand International Boat Show will be held at the SHA Plus+ certified Royal Phuket Marina. “I believe this will be the most successful boat show yet. Not only are JAND Events professional event organisers, but they have gone to market much earlier than others have in the past,” commented Gulu Lalvani, Chairman of Royal Phuket Marina. “This will be the first boat show in Asia in two years and there is a lot of pent up demand for boats. Globally, boat brands are reporting record sales and as Phuket is the home of boating in Asia, I expect to see all the international boat brands and more displaying at the Thailand International Boat Show in January 2022,” Mr Lalvani said. A bustling Boardwalk with restaurants and bars, and an extensive social programme is also planned by organisers JAND Events. “To complement the in-water and onshore displays, we will be curating an exciting programme of social events for visitors to enjoy during the day and into the evening. From launches and parties to waterside entertainment, the Thailand International Boat Show will be an event not to be missed,” added Mr Hayes. The Thailand International Boat Show will take place at Royal Phuket Marina on Jan 6-9, 2022. For more information, visit https://www.thailandinternationalboatshow.com
Sandbox tourists stuck in quarantine ask to go home
Sandbox tourists stuck in quarantine ask to go home
PHUKET: Twelve tourists now stuck in “alternative local quarantine” (ALQ) in Phuket after one person who arrived on the same flight to the island tested positive for COVID-19 have asked to fly home.