Articles

Date	Title	Author	Overview
3rd Dec 2011	Fun Start Family Club	Know Phuket	Fun Start family leisure and sports club.
21 Aug 2011	The Phuket Vegetarian Festival	Know Phuket	The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is one of the most extraordinary religious festivals in the world. Learn all you need to know about this festival.
29 Jul 2011	Kayaking the Mangroves	Know Phuket	The agrotourism project at Bang Rong gives visitors the chance to kayak around the mangroves. Read all about this admirable project.
14 May 2011	Phuket Golf	Know Phuket	Read all about playing golf in Phuket.
17 Apr 2011	Similan Diving - Coral Bleaching	Know Phuket	How are the corals a the SImilan Islands coping after the bleaching event in 2010?
28 Dec 2010	Football in Phuket	Know Phuket	Phuket has a thriving local football scene and its own professional club.
28 Nov 2010	Splash Jungle Phuket	Know Phuket	A review of Splash Jungle water park at West Sands.
26 Sep 2010	Phuket's Gymnasiums	Know Phuket	A review of Phuket's gymnasiums and fitness centers.
3 Sep 2010	The Laguna Complex	Know Phuket	The Laguna complex is one of the success stories of Phuket's holiday industry.
18 Jul 2010	Thai Women Playing Cards	Know Phuket	Many Thai women develop an almost compulsive need to gamble on card games.
6 Jun 2010	Tiger Muay Thai & MMA	Know Phuket	Learning Thai boxing or Muay Thai is becoming increasingly popular among foreign fight enthusiasts.
28 Mar 2010	Scuba Diving in Phi Phi	Know Phuket	A great scuba diving trip to the Phi Phi Islands.
26 Dec 2009	Condo Sale Contract	David Tan	What should you look out for in your contarct to buy a Thai condo?
20 Nov 2009	Should I Make a Will?	David Tan	How do foreigners make a will in Thailand?
01 Nov 2009	Patong Attracts the Worst Thais	Know Phuket	Some expat residents in Phuket seem to have a very negative view of Thai people. Is it possible that Patong attracts the worst sort of Thai people?
19 Oct 2009	Shop Lease Termination	David Tan	What can you do if the landlord of your Thai shop wants to prematurely terminate the lease?
4 Oct 2009	Bad News and Bad Publicity	Know Phuket	Patong and Thailand have received some bad publicity recently. How much damage is it doing to the tourism industry?
4 Sep 2009	Top 10 Must Do's in Phuket	Know Phuket	Our list of the top 10 must do things for a great Phuket holiday.
27 Aug 2009	Live Music in Phuket	Know Phuket	We finish our series about Thai music with a look at the live music scene in Phuket.
20 Aug 2009	Contract Protection for Buying Condos	David Tan	How can you be sure your new condo will turn out like the pictures in the glossy brochure?
15 Aug 2009	Thai Music - Rock	Know Phuket	An introduction to the stars of Thai rock music.
31 Jul 2009	Thai Music - Pop (String)	Know Phuket	An introduction to the stars of Thai pop music.
24 Jul 2009	Thai Music - Peua Cheewit	Know Phuket	An introduction to the stars of Peua Cheewit (Thai songs for life).
17 Jul 2009	Thai Music - Luke Toong	Know Phuket	An introduction to the stars of Luke Toong (Thai folk and country music).
10 Jul 2009	Thai Music - Mor Lam	Know Phuket	An introduction to the stars of Mor Lam (Thai folk music).
2 Jul 2009	Thai Music Genres & History	Know Phuket	Visitors to Thailand can easily miss the rich musical heritage of the country. Western music tends to dominate in the tourist towns but if you delve a little deeper, Thailand does have a musical heritage of its own.
3 May 2009	GFE - Girlfriend Experience	Know Phuket	The GFE is one one of the oddest concepts of the Thai sex tourism trade. What is the Girlfirend Experience all about?
24 Apr 2009	Lifetime Land Lease?	David Tan	Is it possible for a foreigner to lease a plot of land for their own lifetime?
11 Apr 2009	Sacking an Employee	David Tan	What are the legal implications for an employer to sack an employee in Thailand?
6 Apr 2009	Selecting Outsource Company	David Tan	If you outsource in Thailand, what rights do the outsource company's employees have from your company?
31 Mar 2009	Fixed Employment Contracts	David Tan	Fixed period employment contracts are a technique employers can use to avoid having to pay severance and provide prior notice of employment termination to employees.
22 Mar 2009	Property Purchase Deposits	David Tan	If you pay a deposit or reservation fee to a property developer, does that mean you have a sale contract?
16 Mar 2009	Employee Failing Probation	David Tan	David Tan's series of legal articles move on to employment law. He starts with a look at the requirements for terminating employees who are on a probationary period.
11 Mar 2009	Escrow Agents in Thailand	David Tan	How to use escrow agents in Thailand when purchasing a property.
05 Mar 2009	Buying a Condo in Thailand	David Tan	How to proceed with due diligence when buying a condo in Thailand.
25 Feb 2009	Foreign Ownership of Land?	David Tan	David Tan continues his series of legal rights articles with an enlightening look at the thorny issue of foreigners owning land in Thailand.
17 Feb 2009	Does 90-year Lease Exist?	David Tan	David Tan is a Lecturer of Business Law at Asian University. He has kindly provided us with a series of legal articles looking at property and employment law in Thailand. We start by clearing up the 90-year lease issue.
25 Jan 2009	Renting Property in Phuket	Know Phuket	Let's take a look at the long-term property rental market in Phuket.
07 Jan 2009	How to Buy Property in Phuket	Know Phuket	We look at the various methods you can use to find and buy property in Phuket.
28 Dec 2008	Property Ownership Options	Know Phuket	We look at the various options available to foreign investors to allow them to own property in Phuket.
18 Dec 2008	Phuket Property Market	Know Phuket	With a worldwide recession looming, we take a look at the possible effects on Phuket's property market.
24 Nov 2008	Phuket Brewery	Know Phuket	The latest entertainment venue to open in Phuket is the very impressive Phuket Brewery.
12 Nov 2008	Much-Maligned Patong	Know Phuket	The resort town of Patong takes a lot of criticism. Residents and visitors are quick to knock it for its shallow representation of Thailand. Still Patong has its role to play in Phuket's tourist industry and does it well.
22 Oct 2008	Krabi Fishing Park	Know Phuket	Krabi Fishing park is a good option for those who enjoy fishing and geting away from it all. Read all about it.
10 Oct 2008	Thai-Western Marriages (again)	Know Phuket	What are the reasons behind the boom in That-Western marriages and what effect is it having on Thai society?
28 Sep 2008	A Trip to Karon Beach	Valerie Mellema	Our HotelsCombined writer considers the attractions of Karon Beach.
28 Sep 2008	A Trip to Patong Beach	Valerie Mellema	Our HotelsCombined writer considers the attractions of Patong Beach.
25 Sep 2008	Take a Trip to Kata Beach	Valerie Mellema	Our HotelsCombined writer considers the attractions of Kata Beach.
25 Sep 2008	Golf in Phuket	Valerie Mellema	The next article from HotelsCombined looks at the golf courses on the island.
22 Sep 2008	Retiring In Phuket	Valerie Mellema	Our HotelsCombined article writer looks at issues for those considering retirement in Phuket.
22 Sep 2008	Buying Property in Thailand	Valerie Mellema	The next article from HotelsCombined gives an overview of the property purchase options in Thailand for foreigners.
18 Sep 2008	Phuket's Interesting History	Valerie Mellema	This time HotelsCombined take a brief look at Phuket's fascinating history.
18 Sep 2008	How to Enjoy Thai Food	Valerie Mellema	Our next article from HotelsCombined looks at the art of ordering Thai food.
18 Sep 2008	Laguna Complex, Bang Tao	Valerie Mellema	The first of a series of articles provided for us by HotelsCombined takes a look at the services offered by the Laguna Complex at Bang Tao Beach.
13 Sep 2008	5 Things I Love	Guest	Yes, it is one of those '5 things I Love about Thailand' articles. It is a nice one from a female perspective and its always good to hear a few positive things.
05 Sep 2008	Eating Places for Kids	Know Phuket	We list a few restaurants with play areas to keep the children happy while you eat.
24 Aug 2008	Entertaining the Kids	Know Phuket	We follow up our article about bringing children to Phuket with a look at the best places on the island to take the kids.
14 Aug 2008	Khao Sok National Park	Know Phuket	Less than two hours from Phuket, Khao Sok National Park is a huge area of unspoiled wilderness. We take a look at this stunning natural attraction.
22 Jul 2008	Dengue Fever in Phuket	Know Phuket	For the second year running, Phuket suffers a significant Dengue fever outbreak. Learn more about this nasty fever.
8 Jul 2008	Taking Children to Phuket	Know Phuket	Is Phuket a suitable holiday destination for children? We look at the pros and cons of bringing children to Phuket.
3 Jul 2008	History of Thailand	Guest	A nice introduction to the history of Thailand dating back to the Sukhothai Kingdom in the 13th century.
22 Jun 2008	Thai Culture Tips	Guest	20 things to know about Thai culture.
10 Jun 2008	The Low Season	Know Phuket	The low season is well and truly upon us. What can we do to entertain ourselves through the rainy months?
01 Jun 2008	Sinsot	Know Phuket	Should western men accept the Thai tradition of paying a marriage dowry to their wife's family.
22 May 2008	Paying The Wife	Know Phuket	Why is the subject of paying the wife such a touchy subject in Thailand?
11 May 2008	How Many?	Know Phuket	There is no doubt prostitution is widespread in Thailand but I found myself wondering, just how many Thai women have worked in the sex industry at some point in their lives?
22 Apr 2008	Thai Beer	Know Phuket	A rundown of the beers you will find in Thailand.
28 Mar 2008	A Different Crowd?	Know Phuket	Tourists are coming to Phuket in record numbers but the beer bars still only had an average year. Has the type of tourist who visits Phuket changed?
12 Mar 2008	The Tsunami Recovery	Guest	Phuket has made a remarkable recovery from the 2004 tsunami and has just enjoyed one of its best ever years for tourist arrivals.
12 Feb 2008	Two-Tier Pricing in Phuket	Know Phuket	The practice of charging higher prices to foreigners than to locals is widespread in Phuket.
02 Feb 2008	Tightened Visa Regulations	Guest	Visa regulations for long-term visitors continue to be tightened. This article looks at the effect this is having on a large number of foreign visitors.
20 Jan 2008	Thailand is Complicated	Know Phuket	There is something about Thai people that seems to encourage generalisations but Thailand is much too complicated to generalise.
09 Jan 2008	Camping at Nai Yang	Know Phuket	The national park at Nai Yang is now restored so we decided to take a look at the camping options there.
12 Dec 2007	Tsunami Tales	Know Phuket	With the 3rd anniversary of the tsunami disaster approaching, here are a few stories from people who were involved.
02 Dec 2007	Kayaking Phang Nga Bay	Guest	A nice description of a day trip kayaking around the karsts and hongs of Phang Nga Bay.
21 Nov 2007	Budget Travel in Thailand	Guest	For the budget traveller Thailand is not always as cheap as they might expect. A seasoned traveller gives a few tips on keeping those expenses down.
07 Nov 2007	Price Comparison Engines	Know Phuket	How to use price comparison engines to reduce the cost of booking your holiday.
27 Oct 2007	Phuket's Secret Beaches	Know Phuket	While some complain that Phuket has become too touristy, there are still plenty of unspoilt beaches to be discovered.
16 Oct 2007	More About Learning Thai	Know Phuket	Whle learning the local language is a good idea, there is no doubt that learning Thai comes with plenty of frustrations.
08 Oct 2007	Is it Worth Learning Thai?	Know Phuket	Lots of westerners make Phuket their home and do not learn Thai. Is it worth making the effort to speak the local language?
02 Oct 2007	Thai Fighting	Know Phuket	When westerners have the misfortune to get into a street fight with Thais, you will often hear the same complaint. Thais fight dirty.
19 Sep 2007	10 Things about Thailand	Guest	One man's list of 10 things you will like about Thailand.
07 Sep 2007	Face	Know Phuket	The Asian concept of 'face' is often put forward as the great explanation for all things strange in Thai behaviour. How much influence does face really have on the Thai mentality?
20 Aug 2007	Thais Lying	Know Phuket	There is a common perception amongst ex-pats that the levels of honesty in Thailand are lower than in the west.
03 Aug 2007	Sailing in Phuket's Waters	Guest	A nice description of some of the best sailing locations around Phuket for boating enthusiats.
20 Jul 2007	Western Values in Thailand	Know Phuket	As more westerners make Phuket their home, our western values start to intrude on Thai people's lives. How far should we take pushing western values into Thailand?
04 Jul 2007	Reducing Holiday Expenses	Know Phuket	Most visitors to Phuket need to control their holiday budget. Here are a few tips to keep those expenses down.
25 Jun 2007	Phuket Schools - Part 3	Know Phuket	Our third and final article about Phuket's schools looks at which are the best schools in Phuket for western or half-western children.
19 Jun 2007	Phuket Schools - Part 2	Know Phuket	Our second article about schooling options in Phuket looks at how the Thai school system works.
13 Jun 2007	Phuket Schools - Part 1	Know Phuket	There is an ever growing number of western and half-western children growing up in Phuket. What schooling options does Phuket offer for western parents? We start with a quick look at nursery schools.
07 Jun 2007	Holiday House Rentals	Guest	An article about avoiding the package holiday route and finding your own holiday accommodation over the internet.
23 May 2007	Muay Thai in Phuket	Guest	Learn to fight Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts in the tropics of Thailand. Train like a Thai fighter. live at the camp, and then take a Muay Thai or MMA fight at a stadium in Patong or Phuket Town.
15 May 2007	She should be Grateful	Know Phuket	Some western husbands seem to believe their Thai wives should be grateful. Is this really a good basis for a relationship?
07 May 2007	Thai-Western Marriages	Know Phuket	The mixed Thai-Western marriage is now an established part of the Phuket scenery. Why are so many men coming here to marry Thai women?
02 May 2007	Phuket Smiles Again	Guest	This is a nice article from a guest writer about the effects of the tsunami on Phuket and the subsequent recovery. The Amanpuri Resort is one of the top-end resorts on the island.
22 Apr 2007	Thai Wives and Girlfriends	Know Phuket	The things Thai wives and girlfriends do to their farang partners are often a source of amusement for those not affected. Here is a small selection of stories.
16 Apr 2007	Katoeys	Know Phuket	Katoeys or ladyboys are a common stereotype of Thailand. But are there really lots of katoeys in Thailand and if so, why?
8 Apr 2007	Thai Police and Farang	Know Phuket	Anyone who has spent time in Thailand has heard stories that Thai police pick on farang drivers. But just how much truth is there in this belief.
1 Apr 2007	Thais and Children	Know Phuket	Thais love children and especially shower attention on light-skinned kids. But these advances are too intrusive for some parents liking. Do the Thais take their affection for children too far?
18 Mar 2007	Owning a Bar - Part 3	Know Phuket	The final article in our series about owning a bar in Phuket looks at what it takes to make a success of a bar.
11 Mar 2007	Owning a Bar - Part 2	Know Phuket	The second article in our series about owning a bar in Phuket looks at how to get started in the bar business.
25 Feb 2007	Owning a Bar - Part 1	Know Phuket	This article looks at the lifestyle of a Patong bar owner. Not at the problems of actually making money from one of these bars but simply at the quality of life the bar owners enjoy (suffer).
18 Feb 2007	Why I Don't Like Thais	Guest	Some controversial views expressed in this contribution from a guest writer. He believes the world wide reaction to the tsunami tragedy was hypocritical and that there are many other issues greater demanding of our attention.
12 Feb 2007	Getting a Thai Driving License	Know Phuket	How to get a Thai driving license.
07 Feb 2007	Alternative Visa Runs	Know Phuket	Some alternative visa runs from Phuket. Instead of the usual tedious trip to Ranong, here are some alternatives to turn the visa run into a more enjoyable trip.
"	Ranong - The Standard Run	"	A re-cap of the standard visa run.
"	Ranong - The Andaman Club	"	Visa run to the Andaman Club with stops at Khao Lak and Thai Muang Beach.
"	Penang, Malaysia	"	Penang has a Thai consulate for visa applications.
"	Dannok & Malaysia	"	Visa run to Dannok (near Hat Yai) with stops at Noppharat Beach, Hat Yai, Songkhla, Talay Noi & Railay Beach
"	Wang Kelian, Malaysia	"	Visa run to Wang Kelian with stops at Than Bok Korani National Park, Samran Beach and Koh Lanta.
"	Langkawi, Malaysia	"	Visa run to the Malaysian island Langkawi
"	Betong, Malaysia	"	Deep in the south of Thailand. Not a good option at the moment with the current troubles but times may change.
"	Singapore	"	Visa run & city break to Singapore

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