Save the Tiger

HUAI KHA KHEANG WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, Thailand — After trudging through the wilds of western Thailand for several hours, the forest rangers thought they were finally onto something: the distant sound of crunching leaves. Automatic weapons drawn, the five Thais crept forward, hoping to catch a tiger poacher. It turned out to be a banteng, a […]

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10,000 Chinese couples to wed in Thailand

Thailand on Wednesday welcomed reports that thousands of Chinese couples plan to hold their wedding parties in Thailand this year. Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva said the events would certainly help boost tourism for Thailand and that between China and Thailand. He conveyed the message during a meeting with Fe Juakhoo, president of foreign relation association […]

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Phuket to Trial Metered Tuk-Tuks, says Governor

Tuk-Tuk Turmoil May Be At an End TRIALS of fare meters in tuk-tuks could begin this year in Karon and Kata, Phuket’s Governor Wichai Praisa-ngob said yesterday. The move would represent a major breakthrough in attempting to solve Phuket’s chronic transport problems, mostly caused by corruption and rip-offs that are turning off tourists. The governor […]

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