Sometimes a plant from the depths carefully pokes its bud above the ashes. A green dot in a half-decayed world, a germ that will have to find its way on shaky legs, a place to grow into new life and new happiness. The pain of the disaster will never go away. 20 years of suffering, healing, courage, reconstruction and newfound love have passed in the meantime. We saw the unspeakable strength of a wounded nation. We saw peoples coming together to help each other back on their feet. This is a small paragraph from the great story about that cowardly attack of nature on the people of Asia on that second Christmas day 2004.
I am looking for a hotel in Phuket with nice Thai companions
I am going to Phuket for the first time in January, because the water is very clear there and I like snorkeling. I am looking for a hotel where I can find ladies who are relaxing at the bar or restaurant or playing billiards and where you can have a chat without the aggressive street noise and music and shouting and invite them for a dinner or a trip or more.
Beaches of Phuket – Patong, Surin, Karon, Kata and Nai Harn Beach
Thailand has some of the best beaches in all of Southeast Asia. An ultimate destination for beach lovers is Phuket, just an hour's flight from Bangkok.
Agenda: Celebrate Christmas with bitterballen and meet the Dutch community in Phuket
Join the fifteenth Bitterballenborrel and Christmas party on Tuesday 3 December 2024! Enjoy a fun evening full of networking, tasty snacks, and the chance to promote products and services. Don't miss the Q&A with our ambassador and the tax update. Register quickly and let's toast together!
At the Thailand Festival in The Hague I bought a few tickets. I did that more to support the charity, if there was one, than to collect a prize. At least, the latter never happens, but now it does: two return tickets Bangkok – Phuket with Bangkok Airways, to be spent this year before December 21.
Koh Yao Noi (video)
Drones are often used to make videos and that often results in spectacular images, such as this video about Koh Yao Noi.
Vacancy – Honorary Consul Phuket
After 15 years of loyal service and a very pleasant collaboration, the Dutch Honorary Consul in Phuket, Mr. Seven Smulders, will unfortunately retire in 2025. Hence this vacancy.
A Thai ice cream, but different (video)
You can of course just scoop a scoop of ice cream into a bowl, but in Thailand it can also be done differently.
Short story: Travel destination Phuket
It was long before the new century arrived when Reinout flew from Bangkok to the Phuket peninsula with his traveling buddy Will. He had met Will 10 months earlier on the plane to Bombay, whose final destination, like him, was Goa. There where he drowned in front of the British Helen who drank whiskey like a man.
10 most beautiful tourist islands in Thailand
Islands have played an important role in Thailand's history and culture. The country has more than 1.400 islands scattered across the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand, many of which have played an important role in the country's trade, shipping, and tourism.
Phuket Airport has started the design phase for a new international terminal to expand its capacity to 18 million passengers annually. This expansion, expected to be completed this year, is in response to rapidly recovering traffic that is almost reaching pre-COVID levels, especially in the international segment.
Coconut Island near Phuket: Koh Maphrao
Coconut Island is located about 2 kilometers from Phuket to the east and is a satellite island of Phuket. Coconut Island has an area of about 2620 rai and the island, you guessed it, consists mainly of coconut plantations.
The beaches of Phuket (video)
Phuket is a popular destination with tourists thanks to its fantastic bays, white palm beaches, clear seas, friendly people, good accommodations and lots of seafood. The beaches in Phuket are among the most beautiful in Thailand.
The future of Swiss expatriate Urs “David” Fehr in Phuket hangs in the balance after several clashes with the local population. Accused of rude behavior and causing unrest within the community, Fehr faces the possibility that his residency visa will not be extended. The heart of the controversy? An incident at Yamu Beach and the workings of its elephant park.
The best beaches in Phuket
Phuket may not be the cheapest destination in Thailand, but it does have many dazzlingly beautiful beaches. Every beach lover will get his money's worth here. Whether you are looking for peace and privacy, romance, crowds, entertainment or a beautiful snorkeling spot, you will find it on Phuket.
Condor will fly from Frankfurt to two popular Thai destinations
German airline Condor is expanding its network with the launch of flights to Bangkok and Phuket from Frankfurt in September.
Farang in Thailand: In your swimming trunks to the airport
Today there was a 'hot topic' on social media in Thailand: Two foreigners felt it necessary to travel to Phuket airport wearing small swim trunks, as if they had come straight from the beach.
A nice video with nice music, while watching it you will definitely get into a holiday mood. The creator of this video was on vacation in Phuket. It is said to be home to the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Visit Dutch ambassador and consular employee to Phuket
On December 7, THEY Ambassador Remco van Wijngaarden, Deputy Ambassador Miriam Otto and Deputy Head of Consular Department Niels Unkel will visit Phuket. The following activities will take place at the NH Hotel in the Boat Lagoon.
Phuket: new Russian refuge amid conflict
Once a quiet holiday island, Phuket has now become a haven for wealthy Russians escaping war in their home country. This development has led to a dramatic transformation of the island, with rising property prices and changing local dynamics as Thailand rebuilds its tourism sector post-COVID-19.
Mysterious death of Belgian couple in Phuket
In a shocking discovery, two Belgian seniors were found dead in their home in Phuket. Mr Florent, 84, and his 83-year-old wife Ms Maria, who had lived in the house for just five months, appeared to have died under suspicious circumstances. A handwritten letter and other clues have led to several theories surrounding their tragic deaths as the investigation continues.
Cashew nuts in Thailand
The cashew tree in Thailand mainly grows in Nakhon Si Thammarat, Krabi, Phuket and Ranong provinces. The cashew nuts are actually the seed of the cashew tree. These are usually hidden under the so-called cashew apples.