BANGKOK, Thailand (AFP) — Tens of thousands of tourists have fled the Thai resort islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Tao in a mass exodus ahead of Tropical Storm Pabuk which is set to bring heavy rains, wind and seven meter (22 foot) waves, officials said Thursday. The islands, hugely popular with tourists especially during the peak of December and New Year season, have emptied out since Wednesday as tourists packed onto ferries bound for […]





