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Phuket lines up 70 flood shelters for 27,720 people

Phuket lines up 70 flood shelters for 27,720 people

Phuket has lined up 70 temporary shelters for up to 27,720 people as the island braces for another round of heavy rain and possible flooding.Help points are already mappedAuthorities have identified 66 flood-prone...

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Phuket to host Asia’s first InterPride World Conference as Patong prepares for five days of arrivals

Phuket to host Asia’s first InterPride World Conference as Patong prepares for five days of arrivals

From 28 October to 1 November, Patong Beach will host InterPride General Meeting & World Conference 2026 — the first event of its kind in Asia.For Phuket, this is a rare format: not a local festival or a standard...

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Phuket keeps EV buses in festival mode through Oct. 18

Phuket keeps EV buses in festival mode through Oct. 18

Phuket’s electric bus network is being kept in service through the final stretch of the Vegetarian Festival, giving residents and visitors a simpler way to move through the island’s busiest areas without relying on a...

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More than 500 mediums join Bang Neow Shrine’s Phuket Town procession

More than 500 mediums join Bang Neow Shrine’s Phuket Town procession

At 6:00 a.m. on 15 October, Bang Neow Shrine sent one of the Vegetarian Festival’s signature processions through Phuket Town, with more than 500 spirit mediums taking part and thousands of residents and visitors lining...

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Phuket airport is already 38% over its design capacity

Phuket airport is already 38% over its design capacity

Phuket International Airport handled about 17.2 million passengers in 2025, against a design capacity of 12.5 million — roughly 38% over the original limit.What is happeningThe island’s main airport is now operating...

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival reaches its peak: 140,000 visitors and 1.4 billion baht

Phuket Vegetarian Festival reaches its peak: 140,000 visitors and 1.4 billion baht

Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival is now in its busiest stretch: the Go Teng pole was raised at 5:09 p.m. on October 9, officially opening the festival, and processions are running from October 11 to 18.For the island, this...

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Vibe Downtown Karon: new renderings, floor plans and purchase terms

Vibe Downtown Karon: new renderings, floor plans and purchase terms

A new Vibe Downtown Sales Kit is available for ESM Company Group’s Karon condominium. Phuket Pro now presents updated project information, renderings and floor plans. Here are the specifications and terms described in...

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival starts islandwide as Go Teng poles go up

Phuket Vegetarian Festival starts islandwide as Go Teng poles go up

Phuket raised Go Teng poles at shrines across the island on the evening of October 9, officially opening the Vegetarian Festival.From that moment, Phuket enters a nine-day cycle of rituals, prayers, processions and...

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Phuket enters a wet spell: thunderstorms and rough seas through 18 October

Phuket enters a wet spell: thunderstorms and rough seas through 18 October

On 12 October, Phuket’s west coast faces thunderstorms, heavy showers in places, and waves above 2 metres in storm zones.What the forecast showsToday’s forecast for Phuket and nearby provinces calls for thunderstorms...

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival spills onto the streets as the first processions begin

Phuket Vegetarian Festival spills onto the streets as the first processions begin

Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival has moved from shrine rituals to the streets: the first processions begin today, October 11, and anyone heading through Phuket Town, Old Town, or nearby neighborhoods should expect slower...

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Old Phuket Town EV bus shifts to match Vegetarian Festival crowds

Old Phuket Town EV bus shifts to match Vegetarian Festival crowds

From October 8, Phuket Old Town’s electric sightseeing bus runs on a special festival timetable: 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., every 30 minutes, with boarding and drop-off at Dragon Square.A route tuned to Old TownThe change...

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Phuket enters wet spell: heavy rain and flood risk may last until Oct 13

Phuket enters wet spell: heavy rain and flood risk may last until Oct 13

From October 9 to 13, Phuket will sit under changeable weather, with thunderstorms, gusty winds and locally heavy rain. In storm zones, sea waves can rise above 2 meters.This is not just a forecast on a screen. It is a...

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Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival opens this weekend with the ritual pole raised on Friday night

Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival opens this weekend with the ritual pole raised on Friday night

Phuket is about to enter its most recognizable autumn week: the Go Teng pole goes up on the evening of 9 October, and the Vegetarian Festival runs from 10 to 18 October.What happens nextThis is more than a date on the...

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Phuket hosts more than 5,000 U.S. Navy personnel in a short but noticeable surge

Phuket hosts more than 5,000 U.S. Navy personnel in a short but noticeable surge

From 4 to 9 October, Phuket is seeing a short but very visible port visit as 5,109 U.S. Navy personnel come ashore.What is happeningTwo aircraft carriers, including USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77), are anchored about 1.78...

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Baan Don marks Sart Duen Sip with a colourful temple procession

Baan Don marks Sart Duen Sip with a colourful temple procession

On October 4, Wat Thepkrasattri, better known locally as Wat Baan Don, hosted one of Phuket’s most recognisable Tenth Lunar Month rites. The streets in Baan Don filled with a procession of decorated jad offerings,...

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Phuket braces for about 5,120 U.S. personnel as restaurants and tours expect a lift

Phuket braces for about 5,120 U.S. personnel as restaurants and tours expect a lift

About 5,120 U.S. service members are due to come ashore in Phuket from October 4 to 9, bringing a short but noticeable lift in daytime and evening activity.What is happeningProvincial officials have already coordinated...

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Phuket Town steps up food and traffic checks ahead of the Vegetarian Festival

Phuket Town steps up food and traffic checks ahead of the Vegetarian Festival

Phuket Town has stepped up checks on shrine kitchens, vegetarian food stalls, waste removal and street traffic before the Vegetarian Festival.The festival runs from 10 to 18 October 2026, and the city services have...

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Phuket tightens food, waste and traffic checks before the Vegetarian Festival

Phuket tightens food, waste and traffic checks before the Vegetarian Festival

Phuket City Municipality stepped up checks on food stalls, shrine kitchens, waste handling and traffic on October 1 ahead of the Vegetarian Festival, which runs from October 10 to 18, 2026.What is changing before...

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Sattha The Power of Faith starts at Limelight Phuket in early October

Sattha The Power of Faith starts at Limelight Phuket in early October

From 6 to 19 October, Limelight Phuket in Phuket Town will host Sattha The Power of Faith, a nearly two-week cultural program in the city centre.It is one of those October dates that is easy to keep on a local calendar:...

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Patong police move to temporary station as rebuild starts

Patong police move to temporary station as rebuild starts

Patong Police are now operating from a temporary office on the hill at the southern end of town. The move began on September 28 while the old station is cleared for demolition and replacement with a new five-storey...

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Phuket hotel staff put their service skills on display in a weekend exhibition

Phuket hotel staff put their service skills on display in a weekend exhibition

On 26–27 September, Phuket Rajabhat University hosted the Phuket Hotelier Craft & Skill Exhibition 2026, a two-day hands-on event where hotel staff competed, trained and exchanged experience.Kitchen, service and...

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Phuket welcomed Nene Royal home with airport greetings and an Old Town parade

Phuket welcomed Nene Royal home with airport greetings and an Old Town parade

On September 27, Phuket welcomed 16-year-old Nene Royal home as an America’s Got Talent winner. She was greeted at the airport by family, fans, and officials, then taken through Old Phuket Town in an open electric...

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Phuket discusses drones and air taxis between the airport and resorts

Phuket discusses drones and air taxis between the airport and resorts

On September 23, Phuket put low-altitude aviation on the table as a practical transport option.What was discussedOfficials reviewed whether drones and new electric air vehicles could carry goods, food, medicines and, in...

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival processions begin on October 11

Phuket Vegetarian Festival processions begin on October 11

Phuket now has a date locals can plan around: the first major street processions of Vegetarian Festival 2026 begin on Sunday, October 11.The official festival guide is out, removing the biggest uncertainty for...

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Patong Beach sign over Bangla Road to be replaced next week

Patong Beach sign over Bangla Road to be replaced next week

The familiar PATONG BEACH sign over Bangla Rd will be replaced starting 26 September. The old structure will be dismantled in stages through 1 October, and a new one will go up in the same place with the same...

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Patong lines up a weekend: Azur Festival today, Full Moon Party on 26 September

Patong lines up a weekend: Azur Festival today, Full Moon Party on 26 September

Patong has an easy two-day plan: Azur Festival starts today at Barra Cuda Phuket at 2:00 PM, and on Saturday, 26 September, The Pavilions Phuket in Thalang hosts a Full Moon Party from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.What’s...

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Chalong fair packs jobs, free training and public services into one stop

Chalong fair packs jobs, free training and public services into one stop

At Robinson Lifestyle Chalong, two days bring together three things people usually chase across the island: jobs, free training and basic public services.What is happeningOn Sept. 17–18, Chalong is hosting a fair...

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Patong’s drain fix is still pending as rain returns

Patong’s drain fix is still pending as rain returns

On September 16, officials returned to one of Patong’s best-known flood bottlenecks just as heavy rain came back to Phuket.What happenedAuthorities inspected a drainage connection in Patong that is being treated as a...

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Phuket Vegetarian Festival begins Oct. 9, with first major processions on Oct. 11

Phuket Vegetarian Festival begins Oct. 9, with first major processions on Oct. 11

Phuket has now got the official 2026 Vegetarian Festival guide: the festival opens on the evening of Oct. 9, the first major street processions begin on Oct. 11, and the closing rites fall on Oct. 18. For residents and...

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North Phuket sets a Thai–Malay culture and halal-food week for Sept. 30

North Phuket sets a Thai–Malay culture and halal-food week for Sept. 30

From Sept. 30 to Oct. 4, Robinson Lifestyle Thalang will host the fourth Colors of Andaman festival with culture, halal food, and local business stalls.What is happeningOn Sept. 16, organizers announced a five-day event...

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Chalong hosts a two-day labour fair with 1,000+ jobs, free training and a market

Chalong hosts a two-day labour fair with 1,000+ jobs, free training and a market

At Robinson Lifestyle Chalong, a two-day fair on September 17–18 combines job openings, free skills training, advice and a local market in one place.What’s happeningThe setup is designed for people who need income...

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Rawai’s Ganesh Chaturthi brings an Indian street scene to Old Town and the beach

Rawai’s Ganesh Chaturthi brings an Indian street scene to Old Town and the beach

Phuket’s second Ganesh Chaturthi Festival runs from 14 to 18 September, and its most visible moment has already moved through Phuket Old Town, where a Ganesha procession turned the historic streets into a rare...

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Thailand’s visa stay limits change today, and Phuket travelers must adjust

Thailand’s visa stay limits change today, and Phuket travelers must adjust

From 15 September, Thailand’s tourist entry rules change nationwide: the old 60-day visa-exemption framework is being replaced by 30-day and 15-day categories depending on nationality and entry type.For Phuket visitors,...

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Phuket starts preparing roads, services and shrines for Vegetarian Festival

Phuket starts preparing roads, services and shrines for Vegetarian Festival

Phuket has already shifted into Vegetarian Festival prep mode: with almost a month to go, city services, police and shrine groups are coordinating how the island will handle nine busy October days.What has startedOn...

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Phuket faces a rainy, windy weekend as seas build toward 17 September

Phuket faces a rainy, windy weekend as seas build toward 17 September

Phuket’s west coast is heading into a stretch of thundershowers, stronger wind and rougher seas from 12 to 17 September. For anyone planning a beach day, a boat trip or a drive along the coast, this is the kind of week...

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Phuket prepares roads, safety and services early for the Vegetarian Festival

Phuket prepares roads, safety and services early for the Vegetarian Festival

Preparations have already begun in Phuket for the Vegetarian Festival, which will be held from October 10 to 18.On September 9, a working meeting was held at Phuket City Hall, where city services, police, business...

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Phuket tourism leaders want the island measured by value, not headcount

Phuket tourism leaders want the island measured by value, not headcount

At Phuket Tourism Forum 2026 in Phuket Town, industry leaders made a clear case for changing how the island grows: less focus on visitor numbers, more focus on revenue, sustainability and everyday livability. The forum...

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Patong readies for Jewish New Year crowds with police on standby

Patong readies for Jewish New Year crowds with police on standby

Patong will see a noticeable but orderly holiday presence from Sept 11-13, as about 1,000 people are expected at two private venues and around 50 police officers are set to support security.When and whereThe Jewish New...

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Phuket’s west coast faces rough seas and thunderstorms through 13 September

Phuket’s west coast faces rough seas and thunderstorms through 13 September

Phuket’s west coast is set for another week of southwest winds, about 2-meter waves, and thunderstorm rain.What the forecast saysThe official seven-day forecast for the southern west coast runs from 7 to 13 September...

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PHIST 2026 opens today in Phuket Town with 20+ sessions and Green Groove Expo

PHIST 2026 opens today in Phuket Town with 20+ sessions and Green Groove Expo

PHIST 2026 is taking place today at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town, turning one full day into a practical gathering on sustainable tourism, with 20+ workshops, masterclasses and panel sessions, plus an awards...

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Phuket’s west coast stays under rough-sea conditions through Sept. 11

Phuket’s west coast stays under rough-sea conditions through Sept. 11

Phuket’s west coast remains choppy through Sept. 11, with southwesterly winds of 20–35 km/h and waves around 2 meters, higher in thunderstorms.What the forecast saysThe official 5–11 September forecast keeps the same...

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PHIST 2026 returns to Phuket Town on 7 September with 20+ sustainability sessions

PHIST 2026 returns to Phuket Town on 7 September with 20+ sustainability sessions

On 7 September, Phuket Town will once again host PHIST 2026, bringing 20+ workshops, masterclasses, and panel sessions to the island.This is more than another industry date on the calendar. The program also includes a...

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Phuket’s west coast is back under rain and wind, with seas around 2 meters

Phuket’s west coast is back under rain and wind, with seas around 2 meters

Phuket’s west coast is not looking calm today: scattered thundershowers, isolated heavy rain, and seas around 2 meters, rising higher in thunderstorms.What today looks likeFor Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, Trang, and Satun,...

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Four more Ramayana sculptures are planned for Racha Yai

Four more Ramayana sculptures are planned for Racha Yai

More underwater art is coming to Siam Bay off Racha Yai, where Phuket’s growing marine project is set to add four large Ramayana-themed sculptures.The RAYA Underwater Art Museum is being developed as both a dive...

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Por Tor is underway in Phuket Town, with rituals and parades through Sept. 10

Por Tor is underway in Phuket Town, with rituals and parades through Sept. 10

Por Tor Festival is already underway in Phuket Town, starting on 25 August at Phuket Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Rd and continuing until 10 September.What’s happeningPor Tor is Phuket’s local Chinese ancestor-honouring...

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Bang Tao ran for the reef this morning: 3 km, beach cleanup and a 6:00 start

Bang Tao ran for the reef this morning: 3 km, beach cleanup and a 6:00 start

On August 29, Bang Tao Beach turned into more than a place to walk: it hosted Run for The Reef 2026.The start was set for 6:00 am at Arinara Beach Resort Phuket. The format was simple — a 3-kilometre shoreline run,...

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Wichit gets a rare chamber piano evening on Saturday

Wichit gets a rare chamber piano evening on Saturday

A short live recital at Phuket School of Music on 29 August offers Phuket a rare Saturday plan: 45 minutes of piano in an intimate hall, with a clear start time at 6:30 pm.What’s onMiyuji Kaneko Piano Recital will...

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Phuket checks tsunami towers and evacuation routes at Kata, Patong and Kamala

Phuket checks tsunami towers and evacuation routes at Kata, Patong and Kamala

Phuket has checked the parts of its tsunami warning setup that matter most on the beach: towers, evacuation signs and escape routes.The inspection took place on August 27 at Kata, Patong and Kamala, three busy beaches...

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Por Tor begins in Phuket Town, with parades running through Sept. 10

Por Tor begins in Phuket Town, with parades running through Sept. 10

Por Tor Festival has opened in Phuket Town, with the first ceremony held yesterday at 5pm at Phuket Thai Hua Museum on Krabi Rd.The festival, tied on Phuket to Chinese ancestor worship, is now moving across shrines,...

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Phuket’s young rockers hit the Asian stage and head for AGT

Phuket’s young rockers hit the Asian stage and head for AGT

Five-year-old Kirin ‘Khun Khao’ Engchuan won the Tokyo Asian final on Aug. 8, while 12-year-old Natthaboon ‘Boon’ Boonrungroj earned a spot in Taiwan’s December competition.For Phuket, this is more than a cute kids’...

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Old Phuket Town switches on a week of light, Peranakan stories and jazz

Old Phuket Town switches on a week of light, Peranakan stories and jazz

From 23 to 29 August, Phuket Old Town has a free evening draw: Feel all the Feelings @ Phuket: Illuminating Peranakan at Chartered Bank Intersection.The main attraction is projection mapping, turning a historic facade...

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Phuket sea stays rough all week, with stronger winds from 27–29 August

Phuket sea stays rough all week, with stronger winds from 27–29 August

Southwesterly winds will keep Phuket’s west coast choppy through the end of the week, with seas turning rougher from 27–29 August and waves reaching 2–3 metres, higher in thunderstorms.What the forecast showsThe latest...

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Phuket job fair opens 2,500 roles ahead of high season

Phuket job fair opens 2,500 roles ahead of high season

On 18 August, Phuket’s Hotel Job Fair 2026 brought a clear hiring signal: more than 2,500 jobs, 100 companies and 1,017 registered job seekers at The Pago Design Hotel.What happenedEmployers from hotels, tourism and...

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Old Phuket Town readies a week of light, art and Peranakan stories

Old Phuket Town readies a week of light, art and Peranakan stories

Starting August 23, Phuket Old Town turns into an evening route of light and music.From 23 to 29 August, Chartered Bank Intersection in Phuket Old Town will host Feel all the Feelings @ Phuket: Illuminating Peranakan....

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Phuket’s west coast gets choppier again this week

Phuket’s west coast gets choppier again this week

Phuket’s west coast is back in a windy, uneven sea window: on 20–21 August, southwesterly winds north of Phuket are forecast at 20–40 km/h, with higher waves in thunderstorms. For anyone going offshore, that is a real...

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Old Phuket Town will light up for a week of Peranakan stories

Old Phuket Town will light up for a week of Peranakan stories

From 23 to 29 August, Phuket Old Town will host a new evening walk at Chartered Bank Intersection, with a daily light show celebrating Baba–Peranakan heritage.What is happeningThe programme is built around projection...

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Phuket calendars on 19 August: 59 August listings and two dates to note

Phuket calendars on 19 August: 59 August listings and two dates to note

Phuket’s public calendars already make the end of the month easy to plan: one August grid shows 59 events, and another puts several gatherings on 29 August in Bang Tao and Wichit.What is already on the scheduleOne local...

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Bang Tao’s Run for the Reef adds beach cleanup to its 3K morning fun run

Bang Tao’s Run for the Reef adds beach cleanup to its 3K morning fun run

Bang Tao Beach will host Run for the Reef 2026 on 29 August, a capped 3K community fun run for 200 participants.The start is set for 6:00 AM at Arinara Beach Resort Phuket. The idea is simple: run by the sea, finish...

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Free 99-bed stay facility opens in Ratsada for Vachira patients and families

Free 99-bed stay facility opens in Ratsada for Vachira patients and families

A new free 99-bed accommodation facility is now open in Ratsada for patients treated at Vachira Phuket Hospital and their relatives.What openedBaan Phueng Wat Phuket has been completed and officially opened on 15 August...

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Old Phuket Town gets a week-long light-and-heritage festival

Old Phuket Town gets a week-long light-and-heritage festival

From 23 to 29 August, Phuket Old Town will host Feel all the Feelings @ Phuket: Illuminating Peranakan.The program centers on light installations, artistic displays, and storytelling in the historic streets of Old...

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Thalang sets the stage for a four-day Dean Boxall swim camp for young athletes

Thalang sets the stage for a four-day Dean Boxall swim camp for young athletes

From 19 to 22 August, Thanyapura Phuket will host the Youth Performance Swim Camp — a compact but serious training block for young swimmers ready for high-level work.What is happeningThe camp is for swimmers aged 10 to...

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Bang Tao’s Run for the Reef lands on August 29 with a beach cleanup and breakfast

Bang Tao’s Run for the Reef lands on August 29 with a beach cleanup and breakfast

Run for the Reef 2026 will take place on 29 August at Bang Tao Beach with a cap of 200 runners.The 3K fun run starts at 6:00 a.m. at Arinara Beach Resort Phuket. It is a simple, local-friendly format: a short run by the...

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Roadside stalls near Big Buddha face shutdown as land checks widen

Roadside stalls near Big Buddha face shutdown as land checks widen

The Big Buddha area is no longer just about the hilltop site: land checks have moved down to the road corridor that serves one of Phuket’s most visible landmarks.What is happeningAfter the landmark reopened in March...

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Phuket enters a wet-weather window: beach, pier and road plans can change fast

Phuket enters a wet-weather window: beach, pier and road plans can change fast

In Phuket, August weather can change faster than a drive from home to the beach.What the forecast showsThe province page and the South West Coast outlook point to a classic monsoon pattern: thunderstorms, locally heavy...

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Phuket locks in PorTor dates as Old Town prepares for its big late-summer festival

Phuket locks in PorTor dates as Old Town prepares for its big late-summer festival

From Aug. 25 to Sept. 10, Phuket Town will again move to the rhythm of PorTor Festival, one of the island’s most recognisable Thai-Chinese celebrations. The dates are set, and Old Town is about to fill with shrine...

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Phuket ramps up flood prep as heavy rain and rough seas approach

Phuket ramps up flood prep as heavy rain and rough seas approach

Phuket is stepping up flood prep: canals and drains are being cleared, pumps checked, and crews kept on standby in low-lying areas.What’s happeningThe island is moving into one of the rainiest parts of the season, and...

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Why Sansiri’s new Phuket projects matter to buyers in 2026

Why Sansiri’s new Phuket projects matter to buyers in 2026

Phuket keeps showing the same message: major developers are not waiting for a perfect market moment, they are still launching new phases and new product types here. Sansiri has announced a five-year expansion plan on...

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How to Buy a Phuket Condo Without Delays: 2026 Deal Checklist

How to Buy a Phuket Condo Without Delays: 2026 Deal Checklist

Buying a Phuket condominium is still the clearest path for foreign buyers. In 2026, the winner is not the fastest depositor, but the buyer who prepares the right documents and checks the unit in advance.Before you...

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What it really costs to own property in Phuket in 2026

What it really costs to own property in Phuket in 2026

On Phuket, many buyers focus on the entry price and calculate ownership costs too late. That is a mistake. The real decision is not only whether you can close the purchase, but how much the asset will cost every year...

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ASAI in Patong: why Dusit’s new hotel matters for Phuket property

ASAI in Patong: why Dusit’s new hotel matters for Phuket property

Dusit International has signed ASAI Patong Phuket, a new lifestyle hotel in central Patong, with opening planned for 2029. This is more than a hospitality headline. On Phuket, projects like this show where major brands...

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Phuket steps up nominee checks: what it means for villa and land buyers

Phuket steps up nominee checks: what it means for villa and land buyers

In Phuket, buyers now need to look beyond location and price and focus on how ownership is structured. In mid-2026, checks on nominee schemes, land, and business operations in tourist zones became noticeably stricter....

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Glenalmond at Thanyapura: why the August school opening matters for North Phuket

Glenalmond at Thanyapura: why the August school opening matters for North Phuket

North Phuket is getting another strong driver for family living and long-stay demand: Glenalmond Phuket International School opens in August 2026 inside Thanyapura Sports & Health Resort in Thepkrasattri.What...

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Kathu–Patong Is Back: Why the Tunnel Matters for Phuket Property

Kathu–Patong Is Back: Why the Tunnel Matters for Phuket Property

The Kathu–Patong project has moved back from a long-running idea into the real agenda. For Phuket, that matters because a major road link can reshape not only travel time, but also property demand, rental demand, and...

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Phuket hotels are softening, but that makes buyers filter better

Phuket hotels are softening, but that makes buyers filter better

Phuket’s hotel market sent a useful signal in the first half of 2026: occupancy, ADR and RevPAR weakened in the luxury and upscale segments while new supply kept coming. For property buyers, this is not a reason to...

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Phuket’s new expressway: why the Muang Mai–Ko Kaeo–Kathu route matters

Phuket’s new expressway: why the Muang Mai–Ko Kaeo–Kathu route matters

In July 2026, Phuket received a rare infrastructure signal that is easy to underestimate. Phase 2 of the Phuket Expressway has again moved into the transport pipeline for Cabinet-level consideration. The route covers...

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Bang Tao gets a rare format: only 8 beachfront townhomes in Laguna Phuket

Bang Tao gets a rare format: only 8 beachfront townhomes in Laguna Phuket

Bang Tao gets a rare format: only 8 beachfront townhomes in Laguna PhuketPhuket’s west coast has sent another clear market signal: absolute beachfront inside Laguna Phuket has become even rarer. The new Bang Tao Beach...

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Phuket 2026: how to choose a liquid asset in a strong but selective market

Phuket 2026: how to choose a liquid asset in a strong but selective market

Phuket 2026: how to choose a liquid asset in a strong but selective marketPhuket remains one of Thailand’s most resilient property markets in 2026. But it is no longer about buying any home near the sea. Demand is more...

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Phuket short-term rentals: why July 2026 matters for owners and investors

Phuket short-term rentals: why July 2026 matters for owners and investors

July 2026 gives Phuket owners and investors a useful signal. The short-term rental market is still active, but competition is clearly rising. That is not a reason to step away. It is a reason to be more precise.What...

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Si Sunthon enters a new residential cycle: why buyers should care

Si Sunthon enters a new residential cycle: why buyers should care

Supalai’s new launch in Si Sunthon sent a clear market signal: on Phuket, practical living areas are selling as well as resort addresses. The project generated more than THB 600 million in pre-sales, while also securing...

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Phuket puts underground interchanges into a new mode: what it means for housing and traffic

Phuket puts underground interchanges into a new mode: what it means for housing and traffic

Phuket is once again showing that real estate here depends not only on a seaside location, but also on how easily people can move around the island. Until the end of July, four key underpasses — Bang Khu, Samkong,...

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Bang Tao and clean title: why July’s check matters to buyers

Bang Tao and clean title: why July’s check matters to buyers

July’s land review near Bang Tao Beach showed one simple truth: on Phuket, a premium location and a premium title deed are not the same thing.What happenedDuring the inspection, authorities confirmed that five plots in...

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Nai Harn: Why the Lake Revamp Matters for Homes and Rentals

Nai Harn: Why the Lake Revamp Matters for Homes and Rentals

Nai Harn has restarted a major upgrade around the lake, including road resurfacing, drainage work, and new footpaths, with access partly restricted until completion. For property, this is more important than it first...

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Phuket EIA: why one report for the whole project matters

Phuket EIA: why one report for the whole project matters

Phuket is once again discussing not price, but project quality. Developers want a model where one environmental report covers the whole residential project instead of separate reports for each building. For buyers, this...

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New Ho Chi Minh–Phuket nonstop flight: what it means for property

New Ho Chi Minh–Phuket nonstop flight: what it means for property

On 2 July 2026, Vietnam Airlines launched a nonstop Ho Chi Minh City–Phuket route. For travelers, it is a simple convenience. For Phuket real estate, it is a meaningful signal: the island is becoming easier to reach for...

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Phuket’s hotel licensing push: why it strengthens the market

Phuket’s hotel licensing push: why it strengthens the market

Phuket has accelerated the move of hotel and accommodation businesses into the legal system. Operators first got extra time to enter the consultation process, and then officials moved to targeted inspections and raids...

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Phuket has moved into a selection phase: what the first-half 2026 market results show

Phuket has moved into a selection phase: what the first-half 2026 market results show

In 2026, Phuket remains one of Thailand’s strongest housing markets, but the logic is changing. In the first six months of the year, 67 residential projects — condominiums and villas — launched on the island, totaling...

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Thailand’s new visa rules: why they matter for Phuket property

Thailand’s new visa rules: why they matter for Phuket property

Thailand has updated visa rules for 65 countries and territories. For Phuket, this is more than border paperwork: the island depends on long stays, repeat visits, seasonal residents, and buyers who often arrive first as...

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Sakhu demolition order: what the Sirinat case means for Phuket buyers

Sakhu demolition order: what the Sirinat case means for Phuket buyers

Sakhu demolition order: what the Sirinat case means for Phuket buyersThis week, authorities began carrying out a demolition order in Sakhu after court action over structures affecting Sirinat National Park. For Phuket...

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Kamala Goes Ultra-Luxury: Why Phuket’s West Coast Is Repricing Again

Kamala Goes Ultra-Luxury: Why Phuket’s West Coast Is Repricing Again

In 2026, Kamala is quickly strengthening as one of Phuket’s most important premium addresses. In early July, EPD unveiled Waterfall Villa, its first residential project on the island. Nearby, a cluster of branded and...

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Why villas and branded residences look strongest in Phuket in 2026

Why villas and branded residences look strongest in Phuket in 2026

Phuket in 2026 looks less like a casual holiday market and more like a segmented residential market. In the premium tier, villas and branded residences are standing out most clearly. This is not just marketing noise:...

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Phuket is moving the hotel market into the legal zone: why buyers should care

Phuket is moving the hotel market into the legal zone: why buyers should care

Phuket sent an important signal this week for anyone buying or holding income property: the island’s hotel and service-business market is being pushed out of the gray zone and into a clearer legal framework. Officials...

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Why Phuket buyers in 2026 should look beyond new projects and at resale

Why Phuket buyers in 2026 should look beyond new projects and at resale

In Phuket in 2026, resale is no longer a backup option for buyers who missed launch pricing. It is a separate strategy with a simple advantage: you can see the real asset, the real neighborhood, and the real rental...

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Third daily Dubai–Phuket flight: why it matters for property

Third daily Dubai–Phuket flight: why it matters for property

Emirates has added a third daily Dubai–Phuket flight on the Airbus A350. For real estate, this is more than an aviation update. It is a practical sign that Phuket is becoming easier to reach for long-haul, higher-value...

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July Rain on Phuket: How to Check Flood Risk Before You Buy

July Rain on Phuket: How to Check Flood Risk Before You Buy

Heavy rain in early July once again showed that flooding on Phuket is not a theoretical seasonal issue. Roads in parts of Patong, Kathu and Phuket Town were briefly affected, while local authorities increased drainage...

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Phuket rentals in 2026: what buyers should check before closing

Phuket rentals in 2026: what buyers should check before closing

Phuket remains one of Thailand’s most interesting markets for rental-focused property. In 2026, though, the rule is stricter: the winner is not just a “sea-view condo,” but an asset that can consistently perform in real...

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Bellaguna Golf Residences expands: why the new format matters for Phuket

Bellaguna Golf Residences expands: why the new format matters for Phuket

Bellaguna Golf Residences in Laguna Phuket has released a new building and, for the first time, added a one-bedroom layout. For Phuket, this is more than another sales phase. It shows how premium buyers on the island...

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Phuket’s July beach demolitions: what seaside buyers should check

Phuket’s July beach demolitions: what seaside buyers should check

Phuket has tightened enforcement against illegal beachfront structures in July, with actions centered on Nui Beach, Freedom Beach and areas inside Sirinat National Park. For property buyers, this is not just a land...

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Phuket is upgrading transport: what it means for property

Phuket is upgrading transport: what it means for property

Phuket keeps proving that property value here depends not only on beaches, but also on how smoothly you can reach home, a pier, or the airport. This week, provincial transport officials stepped up attention to water...

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Nai Yang Is Becoming Phuket’s New Airport-Side Residential Hub

Nai Yang Is Becoming Phuket’s New Airport-Side Residential Hub

Nai Yang used to be seen as a quiet alternative to Phuket’s busier resort zones. Now it is taking on a clearer investment profile: The Zero Nai Yang is moving ahead, and the island’s northwest coast is gradually forming...

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Layan Park: why the new public project matters for Bang Tao buyers

Layan Park: why the new public project matters for Bang Tao buyers

Layan Park: why the new public project matters for Bang Tao buyersA long-discussed plan in Layan has moved forward again: 172 rai of state land near Layan Beach is being considered for a public park with green space,...

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Phuket branded residences: how to choose a property that keeps demand

Phuket branded residences: how to choose a property that keeps demand

Phuket’s branded-residence segment has become one of the most visible parts of the premium market. This is not just a naming trend. On an island with expensive land, strong tourism, and more long-term residents, the...

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Global Wellness Summit in Phuket: why it matters for housing

Global Wellness Summit in Phuket: why it matters for housing

Global Wellness Summit in Phuket: why it matters for housingPhuket will host an event this year that is important not only for tourism, but also for property values tied to quality. In November, the island will welcome...

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EQ Phuket in Kata: a new signal for Phuket’s premium market

EQ Phuket in Kata: a new signal for Phuket’s premium market

EQ Phuket in Kata: a new signal for Phuket’s premium marketSouthern Phuket has received another sign of confidence: EQ Phuket, a luxury beachfront hotel in the Kata Beach area, is moving into active development. The...

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Phuket may raise hotel levy: what it means for owners and investors

Phuket may raise hotel levy: what it means for owners and investors

Phuket is discussing a higher provincial hotel levy, moving from 1% to 3% of room revenue. This is more than a hotel story: it signals that the island wants more funding for tourism and infrastructure, while income...

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Phuket is formalizing its hotel market: what the licensing drive changes

Phuket is formalizing its hotel market: what the licensing drive changes

Phuket has launched a new drive to bring accommodation businesses into the legal system. Authorities have opened a daily consultation center for operators while continuing enforcement against unlicensed properties. For...

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PEYLAA Phuket: why Bang Tao branded residences strengthen the island market

PEYLAA Phuket: why Bang Tao branded residences strengthen the island market

Phuket is increasingly rewarding not only sea-view locations, but also strong management, service quality, and long-term asset value. The new PEYLAA Phuket, Autograph Collection Residences in Bang Tao is a clear example...

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Direct long-haul flights to Phuket: what they change for buyers and rentals

Direct long-haul flights to Phuket: what they change for buyers and rentals

Phuket’s new winter flight map is not just a travel convenience. For property, it usually means one thing: the island is becoming more accessible to higher-value, longer-stay demand.Virgin Atlantic is launching a direct...

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Bang Tao and Layan Turn Premium: Why Phuket Prices Are Now Bangkok-Style

Bang Tao and Layan Turn Premium: Why Phuket Prices Are Now Bangkok-Style

Phuket is moving deeper into the premium phase. Major developers are shifting more capital to the island, while prices in Bang Tao and Layan are now being compared with Bangkok prime locations. For buyers, this is not a...

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What Phuket buyers really want: the market is rental-led and west-coast focused

What Phuket buyers really want: the market is rental-led and west-coast focused

The clearest signal from Phuket right now is simple: in 2026, the island is driven more by rentals than by outright sales. Over the past six months, tens of thousands of real enquiries pointed to one pattern — most...

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Phuket Model: Why the New Policy Direction Helps Buyers and Investors

Phuket Model: Why the New Policy Direction Helps Buyers and Investors

Phuket has received another signal that matters not only for tourism but also for property: the authorities are promoting the Phuket Model as a new way to manage the island. The focus is on land-document checks, order...

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New central park in Phuket Town: why it matters for homes and rentals

New central park in Phuket Town: why it matters for homes and rentals

One of the year’s most visible urban projects in Phuket Town is close to completion: a large public park is taking shape on the site of the former provincial prison. For property, this is more than landscaping. It...

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How to Check a Phuket Rental Model After Illegal Hotel Raids

How to Check a Phuket Rental Model After Illegal Hotel Raids

Phuket is reminding investors that income property is not only about views and occupancy. In June, authorities inspected several tourist-area properties in Kata and Rawai that were offering hotel-like stays without the...

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Phuket’s northern gateway: what the road-widening plan could change

Phuket’s northern gateway: what the road-widening plan could change

Phuket has entered a new stage of planning for a project that could reshape how people enter the island and how they choose property in the north.What happenedAuthorities are advancing survey and design work for a 2.27...

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Why the Growth of International Schools Strengthens Phuket’s Property Market

Why the Growth of International Schools Strengthens Phuket’s Property Market

Phuket is looking less like a seasonal resort and more like an island where families live year-round. In that environment, international schools have become one of the strongest demand drivers for property.For real...

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POP Phuket in Cherng Talay: a new driver for living and rentals near Bang Tao

POP Phuket in Cherng Talay: a new driver for living and rentals near Bang Tao

POP Phuket in Cherng Talay: a new driver for living and rentals near Bang TaoCherng Talay is getting another strong reason to matter: POP Phuket, a new Central Group community mall scheduled to open in 2026. The project...

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June 30 deadline: who can still save on a Phuket property purchase

June 30 deadline: who can still save on a Phuket property purchase

Phuket has a rare window where buying is not only about choosing the right asset, but also about timing. Until 30 June 2026, Thailand keeps a temporary cut in transfer and mortgage registration fees for homes priced up...

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Sirinat and Nai Yang: why land checks and marine transport are reshaping north Phuket

Sirinat and Nai Yang: why land checks and marine transport are reshaping north Phuket

North Phuket has entered a phase that matters for both lifestyle buyers and investors. Around Sirinat National Park, authorities are speeding up action on illegal land encroachment, while a marine transport plan is...

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New international departure fee: what it means for Phuket

New international departure fee: what it means for Phuket

At first glance, a passenger service charge looks like an airport detail, not a real-estate story. But on Phuket, airport logistics are part of the property equation. The island depends on arrivals, departures, seasonal...

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How Phuket’s tourism demand is changing and what it means for rental property

How Phuket’s tourism demand is changing and what it means for rental property

In 2026, Phuket is no longer a market that can be judged only by a sea view, beach distance, or a project’s brand name. The island is moving into a more mature phase: what matters now is not just visitor volume, but...

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Phuket Airport Gets Faster: Why Automated Passport Channels Matter for Property Buyers

Phuket Airport Gets Faster: Why Automated Passport Channels Matter for Property Buyers

Phuket often sends the market simple signals that are easy to read. One of them is when the journey home, to a resort, or to a private apartment becomes a little shorter and calmer. That is why the launch of automated...

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BCIS: British and French Programs in One School, and Why It Matters in Phuket

BCIS: British and French Programs in One School, and Why It Matters in Phuket

For families moving to Phuket or spending most of the year on the island, a school is often not an extra convenience but a core factor in choosing a district. That is why BCIS in Chalong deserves special attention: it...

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THIM: Thailand’s new visa app and what it means for Phuket buyers

THIM: Thailand’s new visa app and what it means for Phuket buyers

Thailand has launched the pilot version of THIM, a mobile platform designed to become a digital one-stop channel for immigration tasks for foreign visitors and residents. For a regular traveler it looks like a...

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Rising summer demand for Thailand: what it means for Phuket real estate

Rising summer demand for Thailand: what it means for Phuket real estate

Summer in Phuket is traditionally the low season, but in 2026 that simple rule is becoming less absolute. Russian tour operators are reporting a 5–15% increase in Thailand bookings, and Russian travel flow is close to...

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The Title Serenity delivered: a new ready complex 400 meters from Nai Yang Beach

The Title Serenity delivered: a new ready complex 400 meters from Nai Yang Beach

Phuket buyers often trust a project more when they can see it finished, walk the grounds, and assess the real quality of the build. The Title Serenity in Nai Yang now belongs to that category: it reached completion in...

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Why Phuket’s green hotels matter for buyers and investors

Why Phuket’s green hotels matter for buyers and investors

Phuket keeps proving a simple point: a strong asset on the island is no longer just about sea views and beach proximity. Management quality, operating costs, international expectations, and the ability of a property to...

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How to choose a Phuket property that still rents well in a calmer market

How to choose a Phuket property that still rents well in a calmer market

Phuket remains one of Thailand’s strongest real-estate markets, but in 2026 it looks less like a fast-moving resort boom and more like a mature, selective ecosystem. Tourism is still strong, yet visitor mix, trip...

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Why Phuket buyers should check access before price

Why Phuket buyers should check access before price

For Phuket, this is one of the most practical real-estate topics in 2026. The market increasingly sells not just square meters or views, but the promise of future value: quiet location, green hillside, ocean nearby,...

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Phuket is entering hotel oversupply pressure: what it means for buyers

Phuket is entering hotel oversupply pressure: what it means for buyers

For years, Phuket rewarded sellers with a simple story: tourism kept growing, rental demand looked endless, and almost any seaside property could be packaged as an investment. In 2026, that picture is more complicated....

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Airport as a price signal: what Phuket Airport expansion means for buyers

Airport as a price signal: what Phuket Airport expansion means for buyers

Phuket has always been a market where transport matters almost as much as the beach. In 2026, the airport is no longer just a convenient arrival point; it is becoming one of the clearest indicators of how housing demand...

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Bank of Thailand extends LTV relief: what it means for Phuket buyers

Bank of Thailand extends LTV relief: what it means for Phuket buyers

The Bank of Thailand has extended its temporary LTV easing for one more year, until 30 June 2027. For Phuket’s property market, this is a practical signal for anyone planning to buy a condo, villa, or investment...

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Rawai under scrutiny: why a shoreline halt matters for seaside buyers

Rawai under scrutiny: why a shoreline halt matters for seaside buyers

At the end of May, Phuket authorities suspended work on a shoreline protection project in Rawai while they verify the property boundary and whether construction may encroach on public water areas. On the surface, it...

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Demand shifts: how weaker Chinese buying and rising Russian demand are reshaping Phuket

Demand shifts: how weaker Chinese buying and rising Russian demand are reshaping Phuket

What happenedIn the first quarter of 2026, the foreign buyer mix in Thailand’s condominium market changed noticeably. overall foreign transactions declined, Chinese demand softened, and Russian buyers moved up into one...

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Thailand cuts visa-free stay to 30 days: what it means for Phuket

Thailand cuts visa-free stay to 30 days: what it means for Phuket

Thailand has officially decided to reduce the visa-free stay for travelers from 93 countries from 60 days to 30 days. The move is aimed at curbing illegal work, repeated border runs, and grey-area stays. For Phuket,...

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Phuket expands the power grid: five new substations and why it matters

Phuket expands the power grid: five new substations and why it matters

Phuket has announced one of the most practical market developments of the year: a power grid expansion with five new substations and more than THB 1 billion in investment. For buyers, this is not just a utility story....

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Phuket in the anti-nominee spotlight: what changes for buyers and investors

Phuket in the anti-nominee spotlight: what changes for buyers and investors

Thailand is tightening scrutiny of nominee structures, and Phuket has been named as one of the next areas likely to face stronger enforcement. For real estate, this is not just a legal headline. It is a direct signal...

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Raimon Land strengthens Phuket bet: what the new luxury project means

Raimon Land strengthens Phuket bet: what the new luxury project means

As the mass-market housing segment becomes more cautious, Phuket is once again showing that the upper end of the market follows a different logic. Raimon Land has announced plans to develop SLS Residences Phuket Kamala,...

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Central Phuket Expansion: Why It Matters for Housing and Investment

Central Phuket Expansion: Why It Matters for Housing and Investment

In the first half of 2026, Phuket received another sign that the island is becoming not only a resort destination but also a full-year urban market. Central Group announced an expansion of Central Phuket, one of the...

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Thailand tightens land deal checks: what it means for Phuket buyers

Thailand tightens land deal checks: what it means for Phuket buyers

For Phuket’s property market, this is not an abstract regulatory update. When the state strengthens scrutiny of land transactions, it directly affects the purchase of villas, plots, houses, and ownership structures...

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Visa for property owners in Thailand costing from 3 million baht (Thailand Investment Visa)

Visa for property owners in Thailand costing from 3 million baht (Thailand Investment Visa)

Requirements and documents for obtaining an investment visa in Thailand. Who can get the visa Property owner (freehold / leasehold), if: Property value: from 3,000,000 ฿ (for leasehold — from 3,060,000 ฿). Chanote...

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Start of sales for The Title Balcony: a new beachfront project The Title at Nai Yang.

Start of sales for The Title Balcony: a new beachfront project The Title at Nai Yang.

The Title launches sales of the new resort condominium The Title Balcony — a low-rise format project by the sea in the Nai Yang area in the northwest of Phuket. This is one of the most interesting premieres for those...

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Start of sales for The Title Sierra

Start of sales for The Title Sierra

Sales have opened in the new residential complex The Title Sierra in the popular location of Bang Tao. The project focuses on comfortable resort living and investments: compact sizes, rich infrastructure, and favorable...

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Start of sales The Title Coralina

Start of sales The Title Coralina

Brief about the project Brand: The Title (Rhom Bho Property) Location: Kamala, Phuket Apartment types: studios, 1 bedroom, 1+ (with a study), 2 bedrooms Format: resort condominium with full infrastructure Status:...

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Start of sales: The Title ViVi in Bang Tao

Start of sales: The Title ViVi in Bang Tao

In Bang Tao, the sales launch of the new project The Title ViVi by the developer Rhom Bho Property (the brand THE TITLE) has been announced. The complex is located in one of the most sought-after areas of the island —...

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The Title Katabello Kata start of sales!

The Title Katabello Kata start of sales!

We are starting the application process for the purchase of real estate in the new elite project Katabello Kata in Phuket, developed by the leading developer Rhom Bho Property, known for its outstanding complexes such...

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Real estate on the island of Phuket today

Real estate on the island of Phuket today

Real estate on the island of Phuket continues to be an attractive investment option for foreign buyers. With incredible ocean views, white sandy beaches, and luxurious villas, Phuket draws tourists and investors from...

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