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Clear turquoise water and a white-sand beach in the Similan Islands

Similan Islands reopen for the 2026–27 season: what Phuket travellers should know

The Similan Islands reopened on 15 October. Here is what the DNP and Tourism Authority of Thailand confirm about visitor numbers, electronic tickets, conservation rules and early-season weather.

22 Oct 2026 · Travel & Tourism

Modern Expat Magazine editorial artwork for Phuket Beach Life 2026 with an abstract beach and paddle board

Phuket Beach Life 2026 is coming to Patong: dates, location and what is confirmed

What is confirmed for Phuket Beach Life 2026 at Loma Park in Patong, including dates, free entry, activities and the announced music line-up.

20 Oct 2026 · Events & Entertainment

Modern Expat Magazine editorial artwork showing an abstract flight path between London and Phuket

Virgin Atlantic's Heathrow–Phuket route is now flying: the winter schedule

Virgin Atlantic's seasonal Heathrow–Phuket route is operating three times weekly. Check the current days, season dates and what remains subject to airline changes.

20 Oct 2026 · Travel & Aviation

Siam Piwat conceptual masterplan rendering of the proposed ICONPHUKET development; not a photograph of a completed site

ICONPHUKET announced for Thalang: what is planned and when

What Siam Piwat has announced for ICONPHUKET in Thalang, how it fits into Synthesis Ark, and which dates remain targets.

17 Oct 2026 · Development & Openings

Aerial view of a road bridge crossing dense tropical forest

India-Thailand Highway Status (2026): What Is Open?

Is the India-Myanmar-Thailand Highway open in 2026? See the latest official construction update, completed sections and why it is not yet a normal end-to-end route.

07 Jul 2026 · Transport & Infrastructure