Surin Beach sunbeds mysteriously vanish, sparking tourist speculation in Phuket
A sudden and unexplained removal of sunbeds from the popular Surin Beach in Phuket has left tourists and locals alike perplexed. The event occurred last week, with only one operator, the Surin Beach Club, left unaffected, leading to a surge in inquiries and speculation.
The mystery deepens as the Cherng Talay Tambon Administration Organisation (Cherng Talay OrBorTor), the local government body, has yet to release any statement regarding the removal. With no official explanation, numerous theories have cropped up among the tourists and beachgoers, many of whom are left without the comforts they are accustomed to on the sandy shores.
This unexpected clearout came hot on the heels of the high-profile ceremony earlier this month that marked the commencement of construction on the Glass Terrace at Surin Beach. This event offered officials and observers an elevated view of the beach, showcasing the long lines of sunbeds and umbrellas, a sight that would be significantly altered just weeks later.
The sunbed removal at Surin Beach is not an isolated incident. It echoes a similar event led by Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat at Kata Beach. There, three sunbed and umbrella operators were arrested for illegal operations.
The removal event, although disruptive, has not entirely dampened the spirits of visitors to the beach. The Surin Beach Club, currently the sole authorised operator of chairs, tables, and large cushions on the beach, is experiencing an increase in patronage due to the absence of competitors.
However, the sudden removal of the sunbeds and the uncertainty surrounding the event have sparked a wave of speculation and concern among tourists and locals. Many are hoping for a swift and clear explanation from the Cherng Talay OrBorTor, to understand the reasoning behind the abrupt changes.
Until then, the sun-soaked, sandy stretch of Surin Beach remains a topic of intrigue and speculation. The fate of the sunbeds, the unexplained clearout, and the plans for the beach continue to baffle and bewilder beachgoers.
