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Latest Island-hopping can be the preference of tourists but an island-hopping property title has provoked a dispute involving the DSI off Phuket's coast.
Latest A Russian woman who advertised a Phuket condo for sale on Facebook at a price lower than what the owner was asking found herself arrested for having no work permit.
Latest Concrete walls and ''Private Property'' signs around an extremely valuable five-star Phuket beachfront strip should be torn down, a vice governor tells a meeting.
News Analysis The takeover of Starwood by Marriott creates the world's biggest resorts and hotels group and that is likely to mean quickening development on tourist island destinations.
Latest The Swedish furniture and household goods brand Ikea is opening Asia's first Pickup and Order Point on Phuket later this month, according to reports.
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By Alan Morison and Apinya Saksri Friday, October 3, 2008
Latest: Laguna Phuket is targetting the conventions and meetings market with a marquee as the centrepiece of an environmentally sensitive facility that will probably compete with Royal Phuket Marina for business. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian Monday, September 29, 2008
A monument to good intentions gone wrong, Phuket's most bypassed landmark is about to be given a new lease of life. At least, that's what the long term lone tenant of the Phuket Gateway hopes. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian Thursday, September 18, 2008
It was a landslip above the increasingly popular beach resort of Naithon that surrounding residents predicted would happen. They warned local authorities and, sure enough, the slide came days later. More »
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By Alan Morison Tuesday, September 9, 2008
A Hard Rock Cafe, a huge MoMo restaurant and more entertainment surprises to come. That's the Courtyard, a new brand for Patong, with a burning desire to set high standards in holiday food and fun. Here's a preview. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison Tuesday, September 2, 2008
The green tops of Phuket hills will become the island's latest development site if the newly returned Mayor of Patong has his way. He wants the 80 metre limit lifted. Environmentalists say, No Way. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian and Alan Morison Saturday, August 23, 2008
Initial details of the Phuket Brewery, the island's first entertainment venue capable of attracting big stars, have been revealed. And look out for a Hard Rock Cafe and a Supa Club, too. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian Saturday, August 16, 2008
A makeover is coming for the quiet rocky bay of Kalim with a private villa resort rising on the hillside to give the village true sophistication. The best private parties are probably going to be at Langham Place. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Phuket's first world class conference and exhibition centre is on the way for Royal Phuket Marina under a partnership deal, tycoon Gulu Lalvani tells a media gathering. Phuketwan wonders what it means for Ao Phuket. More »
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By Chutima Sidasathian Saturday, August 2, 2008
Set for takeoff is Phuket Air Park, where the developers say they have Department of Civil Aviation permission to go ahead and reach for the skies. Airfield homes may prove a runaway success. More »
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By Alan Morison Friday, July 25, 2008
The message coming from the real estate industry on Phuket is that the outlook has never been more promising. This is a surefire indication that sales are slow and now is the time to set your own price. More »
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Have heard that OCTOPUS has reopened in the Talang District, does anyone know where?
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