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04/16/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Three islands in southeast Thailand to BAN all activities that could hurt its environment and marine ecosystems

In a bid to protect its prime tourist destinations, the Thai government has decided to enforce stricter measures in these areas, in particular, banning “unfriendly activities” to prevent further damage to the environment and marine wildlife. The ban, which will take effect in July, will cover Koh Samui, Koh Tao, and Koh Phangan in Surat Thani […]

02/17/2017 / By Daniel Barker

Ocean of trash: An “island” of garbage is moving in on Thailand’s tourist resorts

An enormous garbage “island” found floating in the Gulf of Thailand is now threatening to move ashore onto some of Thailand’s most popular beaches. The garbage patch, which is roughly 10 kilometers long and weighs an estimated 100 tons, was recently discovered by a fishing trawler captain off the coast of Chumphon province. The floating […]

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