Lost in Translation: French tourist stranded in Doi Tao after seeking to visit Koh Tao
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2025
A French tourist aiming for Koh Tao in Surat Thani ended up in Doi Tao, Chiang Mai, due to a miscommunication. After hitchhiking south, he lost his wallet in Suphan Buri, but kind locals and police helped him recover it and continue his journey.
Expert dismisses claim of 280 whale sharks spotted in Koh Tao
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 02, 2021
A marine expert rejected recent reports saying that 280 whale sharks had been spotted in Thailand last year, saying the possibility is that the same whale sharks were seen 280 times.
Dotted whale shark greets divers at Koh Tao as Surat Thani opens to tourists
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 01, 2021
A four-metre-long whale shark showed up to welcome visitors at Koh Tao’s Chumphon Pinnacle as Surat Thani province opened its doors to foreign tourists on Monday.
The shark, nicknamed “Phi Jood” (dotted brother), appeared to be greeting divers off the coast of the island.