Stingers
How Dangerous Are Jellyfish in Thailand? Thai beaches are dream alive for tourists and filmmakers alike. From Fast & Furious to The White Lotus, these crystal-clear waters have taken center stage in some of the most iconic tropical scenes on screen. But while the camera captures paradise, the shoreline tells a more complex story. For…
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Ethical Habitat
Getting to know a Thai elephant Julia Sinikova photo by Phuket Elephant Nature Reserve Asian elephants have strong family bonds. They live in matriarchal herds, typically led by the oldest female.Elephants communicate using a range of vocalizations, body language, and even seismic vibrations that travel through the ground.Asian elephants have one of the longest pregnancies…
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Let’s change the attitude
Protecting nature should be everyone’s mission in Phuket Michelle Mouille has called Phuket home for 26 years. Having concluded her career in education and hospitality, she now dedicates her time to preserving the island’s natural beauty – the backbone of both economy and lifestyle. The founder of the Sustainable Mai Khao Foundation sat down with…
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Gill Dalley: The heart behind paw’sitive changes in Phuket
Most people see Phuket as a paradise for vacations or retirement. Yet, for John and Gill Dalley, the island represented a vast field for challenging but immensely rewarding work: aiding local dogs and cats. Gill passed away in 2017, but her legacy – the globally acclaimed Soi Dog Foundation – endures. The British couple got…
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Two islands, one effort
Niall Harbison and Soi Dog join forces for street dogs Long-time residents of Thailand are familiar with the ongoing challenges posed by the country’s stray dog population. While significant progress has been made over the past decades, there remains much work to be done. In a unified effort to transform the lives of Thailand’s street…
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The turtle shores
Phuket’s eco-dream of its beautiful past Recognized as one of Phuket’s symbols, sea turtles are rarely seen on the island now. Back in the day, these beautiful marine animals felt at home all along the Andaman coast of Thailand peacefully sharing the beaches with humans. Then they simply left Phuket for good – because of…
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Elephants in Thailand – Tough Plight of the Thai Giant
Elephant is the best-known symbol of Thailand. Thinking about the Kingdom, most people imagine this huge and cute animal in the first place, not the national flag or Som-Tam papaya salad. And of course, many of us are eager to ride an elephant during the trip to Thailand. The idea of sitting atop a massive…
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All For The Oceans, Oceans For All
David Martin spent 19 years of his life in Phuket. But there is one place where he’s been even longer – underwater. Educated in marine biology and a professional underwater videographer, he now spreads his love for the ocean via Phuket’s new marine conservation foundation – Oceans For All. PHOTOS COURTESY OF OFA FOUNDATION Please…
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20 Sustainable Things You Can Do in 2020
With climate change being one of the biggest trending topics of 2019, we should all be aware that making an impact for good starts with each one of us choosing to “be the change”. While you may not be able to solve climate change on your own, we each can make a difference by making…
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