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Thailand’s 2030 tourism vision: what a longer Phuket stay can do
TAT’s November 2026 sustainability presentation linked longer stays with local value. Translate that ambition into specific choices during a Phuket visit.
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Food, neighbourhood life and the details of staying longer. Useful stories for making Phuket part of your everyday routine.
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PHOODIE 2026: choose one meal before planning a food crawl
PHOODIE is scheduled for 20–29 November 2026. Understand its dining events, public programme and regional venues before choosing a meal that fits your Phuket stay.
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Phuket’s November wellness summit: what the announcement means
Phuket is scheduled to host the Global Wellness Summit on 10–13 November 2026. Separate the industry event from the everyday choices that shape a restorative stay.
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Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2026: plan a neighbourhood weekend
The Laguna Phuket Triathlon is scheduled for 15 November 2026. Plan a comfortable spectator outing or an ordinary Bang Tao weekend around the event.
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Rawai’s September cleanup: what 855 kilograms tells us
A September 2026 DMCR report recorded 855 kilograms of waste collected at Rawai. Understand the result and how visitors can reduce their own discarded items.
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August’s southern fruit campaign put Phuket produce on the map
TAT’s August 2026 southern fruit campaign highlighted Phuket pineapple and Kamala durian. Use the regional calendar to ask better questions at the market.
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August’s surf and wellness campaign: what Phuket visitors can learn
TAT’s August 2026 surf and wellness journey linked Phuket and Phang Nga. Understand the programme, its limits and what to ask before booking a lesson.