In a viral video that set social media ablaze in february 2026, Thailand's luxurious Yona Floating beach Club in Phuket has reportedly implemented a strict no-Indian-tourists policy, citing "past incidents where local and guidelines were not followed." The footage, shared widely on X, captures furious indian visitors confronting staff, demanding reasons and refunds while accusing the venue of outright racism. "Why are you not allowing Indians?" one shouts, threatening to involve the indian embassy as overlaid text screams: "Indians Are Not Being Allowed in Yona beach Club."
The clip, styled like a sensational news bulletin, escalates with claims of systemic bias, questioning "Why things like this always happen to Indians?" It ends on an ironic note with a "humble request" for tourists to respect destinations, laws, and culture to avoid tarnishing reputations.
This isn't isolated—similar allegations surfaced in january 2026, with groups denied entry despite tickets, often all-male parties flagged for crowd control. Management has denied racism, framing rules as safety measures. Yet expats and locals flood comments praising the move, blaming disruptive behavior like harassment, littering, and rule-breaking by some indian groups.
As tourism booms, the incident highlights growing tensions: Is this discrimination, or a venue protecting its vibe? With calls for similar policies echoing globally, Yona's stance has ignited a fierce debate on cultural respect versus outright prejudice. One thing's clear—Thailand's paradise just got complicated for some visitors.
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