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The 141-rai plot of land set aside for Phuket's unsuccessful bid to host the Specialised Expo 2028 will be used for a medical and wellness centre instead.

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Standard readies new residential projects

Hotel chain Standard International plans to launch two branded residential projects in Phuket and Hua Hin, while also opening five new hotels with 600 rooms across four destinations in Thailand during 2023-26 to capitalise on robust demand.

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Cissa preps two Phuket villa projects

Phuket-based property developer Cissa Group plans to launch two new villa projects worth a combined 2 billion baht by the end of 2023 and will invest at least 4 billion baht to develop a medical centre, an international school and a retirement village next year.

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Starfish selfies land tourists in trouble

Two Chinese tourists have reported to police after pictures surfaced of them holding up starfish to take selfies and stepping on coral reefs during a diving trip off Phuket.

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Starfish selfies land tourists in hot water

PHUKET: Two Chinese tourists have reported to police after pictures surfaced of them holding up starfish to take selfies and stepping on coral reefs during a diving trip off Koh Racha Yai.

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Soi Romanee named one of world's most beautiful streets

Soi Romanee, an old narrow side-street in Thailand's southern island resort province of Phuket, has been ranked the world's 19th most beautiful street by Seasia.Stats, a news website from Southeast Asia.

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Banyan Tree Phuket review: a polished slice of Thai luxury

With a stand-out spa, golf courses and five restaurants, it’s still one of the most luxurious hotels on the island, says Deborah Rosenegk

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Phuket loses Expo bid

Phuket has lost its bid to host the Specialised Expo 2027-28, which has been awarded to Belgrade, Serbia.

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Phuket eager to host Specialised Expo 2028

The 172nd general assembly of the Paris-based intergovernmental organisation Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) has scheduled an election for Wednesday that people in Phuket have been planning for since 2020.

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Phuket eyes big moment in the sun

All eyes are now on the upcoming announcement on June 21, when the world will learn which country will have the honour of organising the Specialised Expo 2028. Thailand's hopes are running high as Phuket is one of the five finalists in contention for this prestigious global event.

Bangkok Post

Phuket tourism revenue returns to pre-Covid level

PHUKET: Tourism in the southern island province has returned to its pre-Covid level by revenue, while the number of visitors remains lower than before the pandemic due partly to fewer returning Chinese tourists, according to local authorities.

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Peranakan fest to push local culture

Phuket will organise the Phuket Peranakan Festival 2023 from June 23-25 to celebrate the resort island's contemporary culture. The event is expected to bring 150 million baht in revenue to the city.

Bangkok Post

Phuket looks to move forward

The Phuket Tourist Association (PTA) will present proposals to the new government for the island's tourism recovery, which aim to restore the 400 billion baht in income that the island enjoyed in 2019.

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Raimon Land set to launch 3 new luxury projects in Q4

SET-listed developer Raimon Land Plc is confident about high-end residential demand, with plans to launch three new luxury projects worth 18 billion baht in Phuket and Bangkok in the fourth quarter.

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Phuket diarrhoea outbreak eases

A diarrhoea outbreak in Phuket is easing, while health officials have not yet determined its cause.

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Phuket's diarrhoea outbreak wanes, cause still unknown

PHUKET: A diarrhoea outbreak in this southern resort island province is subsiding, while health officials have not yet determined its cause.

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TST forms panel to push Andaman SEZ

Thai Sang Thai (TST) Party leader Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan has formed a working team to promote tourism in the Andaman provinces as part of a special economic zone, with the aim of generating one trillion baht in revenue each year.

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InterContinental Phuket Resort ups dining game, opens first fine-dining experience

Opened over two years ago, InterContinental Phuket Resort has not only made its name known for its Tebhūmikathā-inspired design concept but also for its F&B forte with a total of seven outlets, each with a different vibe and appeal.

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Tourist kills himself at Phuket shooting range

PHUKET: A Belgian tourist shot himself dead at a shooting range in Muang district on Tuesday afternoon.

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British expat walks from Pattaya to Phuket

British expat James Lee Valentine went on a 1,000km journey to raise money for children.

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British expat completes charity walk from Pattaya to Phuket

A 1,000-kilometre walk may seem daunting, but not for James Lee Valentine. He is living proof that having a sense of charity and resolve and experience can make a great difference to people's lives.

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TCEB aids Phuket expo

The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) is in the process of convincing more countries to vote for Phuket in its bid to host Specialised Expo 2028, with the final presentation scheduled to take place next week.

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A swim for the sea

In late April, Psi Scott, a Scottish-Thai marine conservationist, along with 36 volunteers set a new record for Southeast Asia in a swimming relay of over 70km, crossing the Andaman Sea to raise awareness about marine conservation and plastic waste reduction. Psi also became the youngest swimmer to establish a…

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Four seaside surf festivals for June and July

Four seaside locations in Phangnga, Phuket, Songkhla and Prachuap Khiri Khan are the venues for four exciting festivals under the Amazing Ultimate Festival by the Tourism Authority of Thailand in June and July.

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