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Holiplanet Real Estate Network – Your Gateway to Phuket’s Premier Properties and Expert Management
Holiplanet Real Estate Network – Your Gateway to Phuket’s Premier Properties and Expert Management
Holiplanet Real Estate Network stands at the forefront of Thailand’s property market, delivering a comprehensive suite of services that encompass property acquisition, rentals, commercial investments, and professional management. Phuket, celebrated worldwide for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife, has solidified its position as a premier real estate destination. Drawing on decades of experience and an extensive portfolio, Holiplanet expertly guides clients through this dynamic market with confidence and ease.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Surin Skywalk Project Stalls, Rawai Eva Beach Faces New Suit, Crypto Sandbox || Aug 19
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Surin Skywalk Project Stalls, Rawai Eva Beach Faces New Suit, Crypto Sandbox || Aug 19
PHUKET XTRA - August 19 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Patong Police yet to press charges after brutal gang assault
Patong Police yet to press charges after brutal gang assault
PHUKET: Patong Police are claiming they are still waiting for a medical report in order to charge foreign tourists, described in reports as “Arab”, for the vicious beating of a Thai motorbike rental operator in Patong.
Phuket officials step up efforts to counter AIDS
Phuket officials step up efforts to counter AIDS
PHUKET: Provincial authorities have stepped up efforts to eradicate HIV/AIDS with the launch of a workshop to design a system for tracking progress towards ending new infections by 2030.
Putin and Zelensky set for peace summit after Trump talks
Putin and Zelensky set for peace summit after Trump talks
WASHINGTON: Russian and Ukrainian presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky looked set for a peace summit after fast-moving talks yesterday (Aug 18) between Donald Trump and European leaders that focused on the key issue of long-term security guarantees for Kyiv.
Bitcoin to baht: digital assets sandbox in offing for foreign tourists
Bitcoin to baht: digital assets sandbox in offing for foreign tourists
BANGKOK: The government’s latest initiative allowing foreign tourists to convert digital assets into baht for spending during their time in the country is expected to boost foreign tourist spending by an additional 10%, says Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira.
Foreign tourist survives fall at Patong hotel
Foreign tourist survives fall at Patong hotel
PHUKET: A foreign tourist was rushed to hospital last night (Aug 18) after falling from a Patong hotel under circumstances police say remain unclear.
Thai spikers set for China warm-up test
Thai spikers set for China warm-up test
VOLLEYBALL: Thailand will play a warm-up match against China today (Aug 19) as the FIVB Women’s Volleyball World Championship 2025 is set to start this week.
Couture for a Cause at Solis Beach Club
Couture for a Cause at Solis Beach Club
Solis Beach Club, Phuket Veterans Association & The Phuket News have come together to create a fashion show in aid of the Thai-Cambodia Relief Appeal. Tickets include a welcome drink and post show canapes. Fashion show, Raffle, Designer Brands on sale, Live music.
Cambodia using civilians to invade Thai territory, says Thai army
Cambodia using civilians to invade Thai territory, says Thai army
BANGKOK: Cambodia is using its civilian population to invade Thai territory in the eastern border province of Sa Kaeo, according to the Royal Thai Army (RTA).
Legal tactics delay Eva Beach demolition
Legal tactics delay Eva Beach demolition
PHUKET: Legal manoeuvres have once again stalled the demolition of the controversial Eva Beach project in Rawai, as a fresh lawsuit has forced the long-running case back before the Administrative Court.
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Skies Turn Tragic, Young Phuket Rider Dies in Bypass Inferno || Aug 18
PHUKET XTRA: VIDEO: Phuket Skies Turn Tragic, Young Phuket Rider Dies in Bypass Inferno || Aug 18
PHUKET XTRA - August 18 || Brought to you by @PVC Phuket Hosted by: JP Mestanza || #Phuket #PhuketNews #Thailand
Myanmar junta sets election date despite raging civil war
Myanmar junta sets election date despite raging civil war
YANGON: Myanmar’s junta said today (Aug 18) that long-promised elections will start on Dec 28, despite a raging civil war that has put much of the country out of its control, and international monitors slating the poll as a charade.
Tawit rides 7-birdie charge to Asian Mixed victory
Tawit rides 7-birdie charge to Asian Mixed victory
GOLF: Hot-shot Tawit Polthai captured his second professional title with a two-stroke triumph over Taiwan’s Wang Wei-hsuan in the final round of the B5 million TrustGolf Asian Mixed Match 2 at Lake View Resort and Golf Club in Cha-am, Phetchaburi, on Saturday (Aug 16).
The Wellthwise Tribe Social Gathering
The Wellthwise Tribe Social Gathering
The Wellthwise Tribe Social Gathering at Solis Beach Club. Your curated community of kindred spirits is here — and you’re invited. Join us for the very first Healthy Happy Hour from 4PM at Solis Beach Club, Bang Tao. What to expect: Conscious conversation,  Beachside connection, Lightness, laughter & real support. Come as you are. Leave feeling lighter. 
Premier League returns in style
Premier League returns in style
FOOTBALL: Title challengers Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal all made winning starts but in contrasting fashion on the first weekend of the Premier League season.
Grow Boating Evening - Sep 2025
Grow Boating Evening - Sep 2025
We look forward to seeing you at the Grow Boating Evening at the Isola restaurant at the Royal Phuket Marina from 5pm. We are delighted to announce Kata Rocks as the sponsor for the evening. Guests can look forward to the official launch of the 2025 Kata Rocks Poker Run programme and registration, complemented by signature Kata Rocks sunset canapés and DJ beats along the marina promenade. Discover more: https://www.katarockspokerrun.com/grow-boating/ Come and join in the fun, everyone is welcome and there is no entry fee. Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GrowBoatingPhuket/
Phuket man killed in fiery motorbike crash
Phuket man killed in fiery motorbike crash
PHUKET: A 23-year-old Phuket man was killed when his motorbike slammed into the back of an 18-wheeled cement truck on the bypass road in the early hours of this morning (Aug 18).
Phuket gears up for ‘Parkland & Music Fest 2025’
Phuket gears up for ‘Parkland & Music Fest 2025’
PHUKET: Phuket is gearing up to host the ‘Phuket Parkland & Music Fest 2025’, a three-day celebration of music, art and lifestyle set to boost tourism and stimulate the local economy later this month.
Loan shark arrested for charging 3,400% annual interest
Loan shark arrested for charging 3,400% annual interest
NAKHON SI AYUTTHAYA: A 37-year-old recently-released inmate has been arrested for running illegal money lending services with annual interest rates as high as 3,400%, Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) officers said yesterday (Aug 17).