Twenty-nine newborn leatherback sea turtles were released into Andaman Sea off Phuket on Friday night amid supervision by officials and watched by numerous locals.
Carbon-dating of Amphaeng whale proves presence of ancient sea 3,000 years ago
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2021
The skeletal remains of an ancient whale, that was discovered in Samut Sakhon’s Ban Phaeo district in November last year has been shifted to the National Geological Museum in Pathum Thani province, Sommai Techawan, chief of the Department of Mineral Resources, said.
Storms bring precious offerings from the Andaman Sea
FRIDAY, AUGUST 07, 2020
Recent storms buffeting the coastline of the Andaman Sea have swept in precious gifts from the ocean such as tower shells or snails, which can be either eaten or sold boosting people’s income.
Ang Thong marine park closed as tropical storm looms
MONDAY, AUGUST 03, 2020
The Ang Thong National Marine Park in Surat Thani province was ordered closed from August 2 to 5, due to the impact of tropical storm ‘Sinlaku’ in Thailand.
Tak village told to get ready for tourists arriving for sea of mist
THURSDAY, JULY 02, 2020
Village chiefs and people living near the “Mon Mork Tawan”, a misty hill made popular among local tourists via social media, have been advised to prepare for an influx of travellers by setting clear guidelines on traffic control and waste disposal.
Holidays by the sea top favourite among Thais if govt offers special deals
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2020
A survey conducted by the Kasikorn Research Centre found that most Thais will prefer going to the beach if the government launches a local tourism stimulus measure.
Ko Lanta’s underwater gardens burst back into life during lockdown
TUESDAY, JUNE 09, 2020
The ecology of Ko Lanta National Park in Krabi has made a dramatic recovery, two months after closing to tourists as part of lockdown measures to prevent Covid-19.