There are some areas of Phuket that are known as hotbeds for sex trafficking, prostitution and drugs. For instance, Patong, which is known for its wild nightlife, is a center for such activity.

Phuket woke up underwater as torrential overnight downpours triggered flash floods, swamped roads and sparked fresh fears of landslides.

Fortunately, Phuket has a wide variety of options available to suit different budgets and preferences. Some of the best areas to stay in Phuket with kids are Kata Beach, Kamala Beach, and Karon Beach.

PHUKET: Local officials have stepped up safety and inspection efforts across road and marine transport systems in Phuket as ...

The interior of Phuket is tree-covered and hilly with land rising to more than 1,640 ft/500 m. In the lowland areas, there are many rubber and coconut plantations, once an important occupation for ...

Immigration police have detained a 39-year-old British national following a series of violent incidents across multiple areas ...

They also suggest only swimming within the flagged areas, since Nai Harn is no stranger ... You'll find Nai Harn Beach about 11 miles southwest of Phuket Town. The easiest way to reach it is ...

In response, Bangkok Pride publicly condemned the arrests, calling the justification of “public nuisance” and “negative image for tourism” outdated and discriminatory. Their statement underscored a ...

Phuket's tourism boom fuels lifestyle investment, with a surge in Asian buyers seeking resort-style condos and rental returns.

Flight TG215 is scheduled for 2:45 pm, which is well after our arrival in Bangkok. As a result, we have plenty of time to ...

PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat officially launched an operations center yesterday (Apr 9) to prevent and reduce road and marine accidents during the Songkran holidays.