Opinion: Yes, It’s Time to Allow More Countries to Have a 90 Day Visa...
Earlier this week TPN Media and some other Thai media reported a proposal that for once got a nearly universally positive response from our readers.
That proposal, being put forward by the Tourism Authority of...
Tunisian Man Arrested for Theft in Patong
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A 36-year-old Tunisian man was arrested in Patong for theft.
The Patong Police told the Phuket Express that on Tuesday (February 20th) they arrested a 36-year-old Tunisian man (His name was not given by...
Thailand Gearing up to Welcome Songkran Festival with Spectacular Events
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Thailand is gearing up to welcome the Songkran Festival with a spectacular lineup of events in Bangkok. The festival, marking the Thai New Year from April 11-15, will see the capital city come...
Reckless Driving on Pha Ngan Island: Foreigners’ Beachside SUV Stunt Sparks Safety Concerns VIDEO
Surat Thani, Thailand - In a recent incident that has sparked widespread concern, a video surfaced online showing an SUV recklessly racing along Baan Kai Beach on Pha Ngan Island. The footage, posted to...
Islands in areas of Mu-Ko Lanta National Park in Krabi to be closed to...
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Several islands in the area of Mu-Ko Lanta National Park are to be closed for tourism temporarily for varied periods of time to allow the environment to recover.
The Mu Ko Lanta National Park...
Phuket sees less beach goers so far on the first day of five long...
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Not many beach goers were on Patong Beach today due to monsoon warnings and strong waves. Patong beach operators said their business income had decreased from before the holiday period but blamed it...
Tourism and Sports Minister visits Bangla Road in Patong
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Last night (September 8th) the Tourism and Sports Minister visited Bangla Road in Patong where staffers and operators are asking for 4:00 A.M. entertainment venue closing times.
Our previous stories:
Patong and tourism cities including...
Thai Alcohol Control Committee opposes selling booze till 4 AM
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The Thai Alcohol Control Committee opposed a proposal to extend the legal hours for selling alcoholic beverages to 4 AM, citing a potential rise in traffic accidents.
Dr. Opas Karnkawinongpop, permanent secretary of the...
Famous English Singer Sam Smith visits Samui Island
Samui Island, Surat Thani –
A famous English singer Sam Smith visited Samui Island and took many viral photos on Instagram and Facebook.
Sam Smith, who is non-binary, posted their photos on their social media channels...
Thailand presents its ongoing commitment to hosting Expo 2028 – Phuket
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The briefing highlighted the Expo as a national agenda, and a first-of-its-kind event in Southeast Asia that will benefit the whole region.
Bangkok, 18 January, 2023 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) held a...
