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Samui Exotic Park accused of denying entry to Israeli family
An Israeli family visiting Koh Samui, Thailand, has accused Samui Exotic Park of refusing them entry based solely on their nationality. The family, which includes two young children, reported that staff members informed them that Israelis were not permitted inside the attraction after learning their origin.
Footage of the confrontation has circulated widely on social media, showing a verbal altercation between the family and a man representing the park. The video depicts the man telling the family to leave and appearing to attempt a headbutt toward the father before throwing a small sign in their direction.
Following the incident, the park’s official social media accounts reportedly posted content that appeared to reinforce its stance, including images of an Israeli flag marked with a prohibition symbol. The Thailand Tourist Police are currently investigating the facts surrounding the incident.