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Koh Samui and Koh Pha Ngan ferry fares increase after fuel price jump Travellers heading to Koh Sam [1]

A major ferry company operating between Surat Thani and the two popular islands of Samui and Pha-ngan is to increase fares for passengers and vehicles following a rise in fuel prices and supply shortages, while operators in Trat are holding rates ste... [2]

PATTAYA, Thailand – The atmosphere at Laem Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya was lively from early morning as large numbers of Thai and international tourists gathered to travel to Koh Larn, one of Pattaya’s most popular natural attractions, to enjoy the sea,... [3]

PATTAYA, Chonburi — Pattaya welcomed the New Year with vibrant energy as large numbers of Thai and international visitors poured into the city, filling beaches and crowding ferry routes to nearby Koh Larn, reaffirming the resort city’s status as one ... [4]

Beginning at 6.30 a.m. on the 14th July 2022, Seatran are introducing their inaugural ferry journey connecting people to Koh Phangan. Advance ticket is av [5]

This update includes the latest announcement from the State Railway of Thailand regarding the suspension of 57 additional train services from 26 January, 2 [6]

PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya’s popular Koh Larn island saw a surge of tourists during the three-day holiday from October 11-13, as families and friends flocked to enjoy sun, sand, and sea. [7]

Updates on the newest round of COVID-19 restrictions and screening requirements needed for domestic travel to Koh Samui and Koh Pha-ngan, Surat Thani [8]

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[1] TH thethaiger.com · 2026-03-27 · 63% match

Koh Samui and Koh Pha Ngan ferry fares increase after fuel price jump

Koh Samui and Koh Pha Ngan ferry fares increase after fuel price jump Travellers heading to Koh Sam

[2] TH world.thaipbs.or.th · 2026-03-18 · 40% match

Fuel surge pushes Samui ferry fare hike, Trat operators on alert

A major ferry company operating between Surat Thani and the two popular islands of Samui and Pha-ngan is to increase fares for passengers and vehicles following a rise in fuel prices and supply shortages, while operators in Trat are holding rates ste

[3] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2026-01-01 · 41% match

Packed piers and full boats as Pattaya New Year crowds flock to Koh Larn

PATTAYA, Thailand – The atmosphere at Laem Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya was lively from early morning as large numbers of Thai and international tourists gathered to travel to Koh Larn, one of Pattaya’s most popular natural attractions, to enjoy the sea,

[4] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-12-27 · 41% match

Pattaya comes alive for New Year as tourists flood beaches and Koh Larn ferries, defying strong baht pressures

PATTAYA, Chonburi — Pattaya welcomed the New Year with vibrant energy as large numbers of Thai and international visitors poured into the city, filling beaches and crowding ferry routes to nearby Koh Larn, reaffirming the resort city’s status as one

[5] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2022-07-13 · 75% match

Timetable for Seatran ferry Donsak-Phangan-Donsak, Surat Thani, south Thailand

Beginning at 6.30 a.m. on the 14th July 2022, Seatran are introducing their inaugural ferry journey connecting people to Koh Phangan. Advance ticket is av

[6] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2021-01-26 · 75% match

Current status of interprovincial travel in Thailand amid COVID-19 controls

This update includes the latest announcement from the State Railway of Thailand regarding the suspension of 57 additional train services from 26 January, 2

[7] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-10-11 · 44% match

Pattaya welcomes holiday crowds as Koh Larn booms and Sukhumvit traffic hits 500 meters

PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya’s popular Koh Larn island saw a surge of tourists during the three-day holiday from October 11-13, as families and friends flocked to enjoy sun, sand, and sea.

[8] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2021-07-24 · 65% match

Koh Samui and Koh Pha-ngan remain open to Thais and foreigners under new measures

Updates on the newest round of COVID-19 restrictions and screening requirements needed for domestic travel to Koh Samui and Koh Pha-ngan, Surat Thani

[9] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2025-11-26 · 31% match

Travel continues in southern Thailand despite localized flooding, authorities provide ongoing support

PATTAYA, Thailand – The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) understands that the ongoing weather conditions in parts of

[10] TH www.pattayamail.com · 2023-11-15 · 50% match

Abandoned ferry poses hazard to maritime traffic at Bali Hai Pier

PATTAYA, Thailand – Residents lodged a complaint with city officials on November 14, regarding a dilapidated ferry boat that was left abandoned at Bali Hai Pier in South Pattaya for the past three months, creating inconvenience for boat operators and

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