Phuket

• PhuketCultureOct 12

  Hotel Riu Palace Phuket Opens with 24-Hour All-Inclusive Concept

  The Hotel Riu Palace Phuket has opened, bringing the brand's signature 24-hour all-inclusive concept to Mai Khao Beach. This five-star beachfront property offers unlimited dining, drinks, and live entertainment under one stay. The resort features six dining venues and seven bars.

• PhuketSocietyOct 12

  Phuket Tourists Accused of Shoplifting in Patong and Rawai

  A tourist couple in Phuket has faced accusations of shoplifting at a Patong convenience store. Separate allegations also link the pair to a theft at a clothing shop in Rawai involving trousers worth 1,595 baht. The claims were shared online by witnesses.

• PhuketCultureOct 12

  Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2026: Procession Schedule and Guide

  The Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2026 takes place from October 10 to 18. During this time, the Thai-Chinese community observes traditions with morning street processions led by shrines. The festival culminates on Sunday, October 18th, with a grand farewell procession.

• PhuketSocietyOct 11

  Phuket Police Crackdown Nets Minors in Street Racing Incident

  Seven minors were apprehended during a Phuket crackdown on street racing and fireworks use for social media content. Eight motorcycles and 50 fireworks were seized from the group known as "Bang Khonthi." Parents of all seven minors are facing legal action.

• PhuketSocietyOct 11

  Fire Damages Ambulance at Phuket Hospital

  An ambulance parked at Vachira Phuket Hospital in Muang district was damaged by a fire on Sunday morning. Muang police received the report of the vehicle on fire at 7:30 am. The fire was later extinguished, and no injuries were reported from the incident.

• PhuketEconomyOct 11

  Phuket International Airport Capacity Strained Until 2032 Expansion

  Phuket International Airport is experiencing pressure as annual passenger numbers surpass its current design capacity. The major international terminal expansion is not expected until 2032, despite construction for Phase 2 beginning next year. This highlights the challenge of meeting growing travel demand.

• PhuketSocietyOct 11

  Minivan Fire Near Phuket Hospital Emergency Department

  A minivan caught fire early on October 11 outside Vachira Phuket Hospital's emergency department. The incident, reported at 7:08am, prompted an urgent response from municipal emergency personnel. Officials investigated the scene due to safety concerns near the hospital's entrance.

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