Tourists visiting Koh Lanta island in Krabi province are being warned to avoid swimming in the sea following reported sightings of the deadly siphonophore known as the Portuguese man o’ war. ## Recent Sting Incident
On August 2, 2023, Thai police arrested a 28yearold Chinese man, Luo Zhipeng, in connection with a massive cache of smuggled, pirated goods found in a warehouse in Muang district, tambon Phraekasa, Samut Prakan province. The discovery included approximately 100,000 counterfeit items ranging from gas stoves and skateboards to hair clippers, camera bags, and table fans.
Maya Bay, a beautiful location in Krabi made famous by the Hollywood film “The Beach” starring Leonardo DiCaprio, will be closed to the public and tourists for two months during the monsoon season. This closure, lasting from August until September 30th, is aimed at the natural rehabilitation of the area while also prioritizing tourist safety, as strong waves make it difficult for boats to dock at Loh Sama Bay near Koh Phi Phi Le.
Koh Tao, a scenic island in the Gulf of Thailand northwest of Koh Samui, recently celebrated a new milestone. On July 28, the island saw a recordbreaking number of tourist arrivals, with 3,106 visitors arriving by boat. This surge in arrivals marked the beginning of a sixday government holiday that lasted until August 2.
A small hotel owner in Surat Thani’s Koh Samui district received a rude awakening when she was sent an electricity bill for more than 11 million baht last month. The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has since apologized for the miscalculation, which went viral on social media.
This article will provide a detailed overview of the tax payment process for the year 2023. We will discuss the relevant departments and contact information for inquiries, as well as important deadlines and submission requirements. ## Finance Department: Revenue Development Division
Meritmaking is an essential part of Thai culture, which revolves around performing good deeds and acts of generosity. It is often performed through offering alms to monks, especially on significant occasions, such as the birthday of a revered figure or a national holiday.
The ambitious Koh Samui Special Connection Highway Project aims to improve the infrastructure and connectivity of the island, in collaboration with the Expressway Authority of Thailand, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, and Surat Thani Province. ## A PublicPrivate Partnership
In the picturesque Koh Samui District of Surat Thani Province, people from all walks of life gather to celebrate and honor the birthday anniversary of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua. The festivities are filled with love, loyalty, and gratitude for the King’s benevolent reign.
Phuket International Airport is set to welcome direct flights from Saudi Arabia starting October, as reported by the airport director, Monchai Tanode. This development follows the normalization of bilateral relations between the two countries in the previous year. Phuket International Airport is set to welcome direct flights from Saudi Arabia starting October, as reported by the airport director, Monchai Tanode. This development follows the normalization of bilateral relations between the two countries in the previous year.