Tourism Dept Supports Visa-Free Initiative
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT) - The Department of Tourism has said it fully supports the government’s initiative to potentially extend visa-free arrivals to more nationalities. The move is expected to boost Thailand’s tourism sector.
Director-General Chaturon Phakdeewanich...
American Man Rescued From Drowning at Phuket Beach
Phuket –
An American tourist has been rescued from drowning at Karon Beach.
The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express on Tuesday (September 26th) that they were notified of the incident at Karon Beach. Emergency...
Phuket Airport Issues Statement About Uncomfortably Hot Terminals
Phuket –
The Phuket International Airport has clarified over hot temperatures in the terminals after many people have complained.
Many people have complained on social media recently over hot temperatures inside the international terminal at the...
Foreigner Arrested at Phuket Airport for 79 Days of Overstay
Phuket –
A foreigner was arrested at Phuket International Airport for 79 days of overstay.
Phuket Immigration at the Phuket International Airport told the Phuket Express that on Thursday (November 9th) they arrested a male foreigner...
Probe Ordered into Thai Tourist’s Police Uniform Incident
PRESS RELEASE:
BANGKOK (NNT)Â - National Police Chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukvimol has ordered an investigation into a video showing a Chinese tourist wearing a Thai police uniform, with an apparent officer assisting him.
Royal Thai Police...
Five-Year-Old Russian Girl Dies after Speedboat Crash near Maithon Island in Phuket
Phuket -
A five-year-old Russian girl was pronounced dead and a boat captain fell unconscious and was injured after a Phuket boat crash. Additionally, six foreign tourists and a boat crew member sustained various injuries...
Thailand Showing in Tripadvisor, Five Cities Recognized in Various Categories
PRESS RELEASE:
Thailand has made an impressive showing in the 2024 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards, with five of its cities being recognized in various categories. Bangkok and Phuket have been listed among the Top 25...
British Man Arrested For Allegedly Exchanging Counterfeit Money in Phuket
Phuket –
A British man was arrested after he allegedly exchanged fake money at an exchange booth in Phuket.
On Tuesday (February 6th), the Sakoo Police in Thalang were notified by Ms. Jamjira, 50, an...
Proposal to Put Graphic Warning Labels on Alcohol in Thailand Leads to Strong Opposition
National—
On February 28th, 2024, Mr. Taopiphop Limjittrakorn, a Move Forward Party MP, and relevant agencies received a letter from Mr. Charoen Charoenchai and representatives from the alcoholic beverage industry protesting against a draft announcement...
Illegal Russian Tour Guide Arrested in Thalang
Thalang –
An illegal Russian tour guide was arrested in Maikhao sub-district on Tuesday (April 2nd).
The Phuket Tourist Police told the Phuket Express that at 8:00 A.M. they arrested a suspect identified only as MR....
