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Vichit Municiplaity Phuket Mini Marathon 2010
7 February @ Vichit Municipality offi ces, Phuket Town
Vichit Municipality will host a mini marathon for health to promote exercise and tourism on February 7. Races will start in front of the Wichit Municipality offi ces on Chao Fah East Rd.
The competition consists of 2 categories: 4.5k Fun Run and 10.5K mini marathon. The marathon is open to people of all ages.
Five runners-up will receive the trophy and those who reach the fi nish line will a get commemorative medal.
Applications can be made at The Division Of Education, Vichit Municipality or on the 6th from 10am to 7pm or on the competition day. THere is no fee to enter! Tel: +66 (0)76 525100 ext 170-172.
Live International Stand-Up Comedy
10 February @ Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, Patong Beach
The Punchline Comedy Club is back this February with what is probably the fi nest line-up so far. The three comedians on off er are John Moloney, Stewart Francis and Pete Johansson. Beer 100 baht; selected spirits 120 baht; wine 140 baht. Contact: Boom, Tel: +66 (0)89 646 9278. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketcomedy.com.
Jazz in the Park on Valentine's Day
14 February @ Queen Sirikit Public Park, Phuket Town
Songs made famous by Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Glen Miller, Count Basie and many more will be performed by a superb French big band, the JCB Jazz Cool Band. There will also be a ‘Classic and Super Cars’ Show. Contact: Chaisak Koaysomboon, Tel: +66 (0)76 304090. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.tongkah.org.
Phuket Chinese New Year Day & 11th Old Phuket Town Festival
19 - 21 February @ Queen Sirikit Public Park, Phuket Town
The festival will take place at Queen Sirikit Public Park and the old town areas of Thalang, Krabi Roads and Soi Rommanee. The event this year will be extraordinary with spectacular cultural shows refl ecting long time relationships between Phuket and the People’s Republic of China. While the Old Phuket Town Festival features traditional local culture, history, foods and lifestyle, the TAT will bring in cultural performances from mainland China for participants to appreciate and to foster the ties, especially the sister city ties between the Offi ce of Phuket City and the Chinese city of Yiantai. Colourful street processions and vibrant celebrations will take place while the roads in the Old Phuket Town areas will be closed to traffi c in the evening. Contact Phuket City Municipality, Tel: +66 ( 0 )76 214036. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Phuket Offi ce, Tel: +66 (0)76 7421518.
Phuket Gay Festival
25 - 28 February @ Patong Beach
Phuket Pride is planned for the last weekend in February. The event includes a variety of activities, the Phuket Gay Pride Party night and the Gay Pride Parade, which will be held on the 28th. Web: www.gaypatong.com/gaypatong/phuketgayfestival/
Phuket International Blues Rock Festival
26 - 27 February 2010 @ Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort, Karon Beach
Topping the bill is the legendary Charlie Musselwhite and his band from the USA. From Australia comes Richard Clapton, another legend. Also performing are AkashA (Malaysia), Andy Gonzales (USA), Robert ‘One Man’ Johnson (USA), Retrovision (Bangkok) and many more. Contact: Andy Andersen, Tel: +66 (0)86 682 2639. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketbluesfestival.com.
Rotary Club of Patong Beach
Dinner Out and Family Day is on the 2nd at 7pm at Gitano Restaurant, Pak Khlok, (1 km east from the Heroines' Monument). The weekly meetings are on the 9th, 16th and 23th at the Aloha Villa Hotel at 7pm. Web: www.rotarypatong.org.
Chicky Net Phuket
Chicky Net Phuket is a social network for girls of all ages living on Phuket to connect and have fun. Email: [email protected] Web: www.chickynet.com.
Island Furniture Phuket Cricket League
The Island Furniture Cricket League continues with games held at the Cherngtalay School Sundays starting at 9am on the 7th Island. Cricket Club vs Phuket Development Cricket Club, 14th Village Cricket Team vs Liquid Lounge Lizards, 21th Laguna Cricket Club vs Patong Cricket Club and 28th Island Cricket Club vs Laguna Cricket Club. Contact: Anthony Van Blerk, Email: [email protected].
Free Computer Clinic
Join "For Dummies" author Woody Leonhard at his weekly Computer Clinic Sundays from 10am to noon, at the Sandwich Shoppes. The 7th is in Patong; the 14th in Laguna; 21th, and 28th in Chalong. Web: www.khunwoody.com.
British Business Association – Phuket (BBAP)
The pub night is held on the fi rst Friday of the month and dinner on the third Thursday from 7pm. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.bbap.org.
The International Business Association of Phuket (IBAP)
The monthly meeting is held on the second Friday. For February, it's on the 12th with the location to be announced later. Doors will open at 6:30pm. Tel: +66 (0)81 412 5652. Web: www.ibap-phuket.net.
Regular Events Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC)
Meet & Greet at Starbuck's Central Festival is on the 11th from 10am to noon. February members luncheon will be held at the Evason on Thursday the 18th at 11:30am. Also a reminder that the yearly AIG members meeting and luncheon will be held on March 18th. More information to follow.
Contact: Caroline, Tel: +66 (0)87 277 6948 to RSVP. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketiwc.com.
Entertainment – February ChoicesLive Irish Rock @ Scruff y Murphy's Irish Pub, Patong
Nightlife and entertainment venue with an Irish theme. Every night, except for Sunday, with Neil & the Red Hot Potatoes, playing all your favourite pub rock & traditional fast rhythm fi ddle music. On Sundays there’s live football on the big screens. Tel: +66 (0)76 292590. Web: www.scruff ymurphysphuket.com.
Trio Jazz @ Kan Eang @pier, Chalong
Listen to live Trio Jazz Band by the bay, at Chalong Pier every Wednesday to Saturday night from 7 to 10:30pm and Sunday from 12 to 3pm. Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187 or +66 (0)76 381212. Email: [email protected].
Live Music @ Timber Hut, Phuket Town
One of the ultimate nightspots in Phuket Town is located on Yaorawat Road. A spacious meeting place set in a two-storey bar with a unique décor mix of Thai and Western styles. A live band plays every night. Open daily 6pm to 1am. Tel: +66 (0)76 211839.
Live Music @ Mom Tri's Oasis on Kata Beach
Experience the best live music on Kata Beach at Mom Tri's Oasis Spring Tapas Bar. Every night starting at 7pm until late guests can enjoy live in the open air tapas bar. Tel: +66 (0)76 330423. Email: [email protected].
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Off Phuket Events Upcoming Events
Times & dates of events are subject to change. Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.
MARCH 2010
10 – 17 World Thai Martial Arts Festival and Waikru Muaythai Ceremony @ City of Ayutthaya Stadium, Ayutthaya
13 – 15 Phuket’s Two Heroines Festival @ Two Heroines Monument, Phuket
15 – 22 King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament @ Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
19 - 21 Pattaya International Music Festival, Pattaya
26 - 28 Mekong River International Multi-Sport ITU Asian Cup 2010 @ Mekong river, Nong Khai
APRIL 2010
2 - 4 Ascent of the Mountain Annual Festival @ Prasat Phanom Rung, Nakhon Ratchasima
13 - 15 Songkran Festival @ nation-wide celebration
30 – 4 May Top of the Gulf Regatta.com @ Jomtien Beach, Pattaya
April Phuket Bike Week @ Patong Beach, Phuket
MAY 2010
5 - 9 May Yasothon Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival @ Phaya Thaen Park, Yasothon
1 - 31 May Rayong Funky Fruit Festival, Rayong City
Up in the Air
(Drama)George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, Jason Bateman, Tamala Jones, Chris Lowell
Academy award winner George Clooney stars as Ryan Bingham, a businessman on the verge of reaching fi ve million frequent fl yer miles when his company decides to cut back on travel. But this goal isn't the only thing just out of reach. He now won't be able to see a fellow frequent traveller who has caught his eye.
Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
(Action, Adventure, Fantasy)Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra Daddario, Sean Bean, Pierce Brosnan
Poseidon's 12-year-old son, sets out on a quest in present-day America to rescue his mother, return Zeus's stolen lightning bolt and prevent a civil war from erupting among the gods. It's the 21st century, but the gods of Mount Olympus and assorted monsters have walked out of the pages of high school student Percy Jackson's Greek mythology texts and into his life.
Central Festival Phuket, Tel: +66 (0)76 209000 Jungceylon Shopping Destination Patong, Tel: +66 (0)76 600555
Upcoming Movies
The Wolfman
(Action, Horror, Thriller)Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Blunt, Hugo Weaving, Art Malik
The Wolfman brings the myth of a cursed man back to its iconic origins. Oscar winner Benicio Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a haunted nobleman lured back to his family estate after his brother vanishes. Reunited with his estranged father (Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins), Talbot sets out to fi nd his brother...and discovers a horrifying destiny for himself.
Shutter Island
(Drama)Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruff alo, Ben Kingsley, Michelle Williams, Max von Sydow
The fi lm is an atmospheric psychological thriller set in a 1950s asylum for the criminally insane. It's 1954, and US marshal Teddy Daniels is assigned to investigate the disappearance of a patient from Shutter Island's Ashecliff e Hospital. He'd wanted an assignment on the island for reasons of his own, but events soon take a macabre turn.
Phang Nga Bay Regatta
3 - 7 February @ Phang Nga BayA fun-fi lled four days of racing between the islands of beautiful Phang Nga Bay and Krabi. Perfect for families and less serious racers. Held around Chinese New Year, there’s a party at a diff erent beach venue each night. Contact: Vicki, Tel: +66 (0)85 069 0940. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.bayregatta.com.
Chiang Mai Flower Festival
5 - 7 February @ Nong Buak Hat Park, Chiang MaiDue to variations of the region’s climate and mountain landscapes, the Chiang Mai Flower Festival presents a diversity of blooms and fl owers, such as carnations, chrysanthemum and tulips, which are displayed side-by-side with tropical fl owers including exotic orchids. Contact: TAT Chiang Mai Offi ce. Tel: +66 (0)53 248604, +66 (0)53 248607, +66 (0)53 241466. Chiang Mai Municipality Offi ce. Tel: +66 (0)53 248604. Web: www.tatchiangmai.org.
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony
13 - 15 February @ Koh Kradan, TrangThis unique event is right at the top in the creative wedding category and has defi ed critics over the years to emerge as a fi rm favourite for those who want to make their Valentine's Day wedding extraordinary. Contact: TAT Trang Offi ce, Tel: +66 (0)75 215867, +66 (0)75 211058, +66 (0)75 211085. Trang Tourism Coordination Centre, Tel: +66 (0)75 215867-8. Trang Chamber of Commerce, Tel: +66 (0)2 545 3322. Web: www.underwaterwedding.com.
Chinese New Year Festival
14 February @ China Town, Bangkok Watch the beauty, treasure the Chinese cultural demonstrations and experience a wide range of Chinese cuisine available at famous restaurants as well as fashion shows and Chinese movies. Contact: Samphanthawong Administration District, Tel: +66 (0)2 234 3460, +66 (0)2 237 3345. TAT Bangkok. Tel: +66 (0)2 250 5500 ext 2991-5.
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Molly Malone's
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 292771
Mai Thai Bar
Soi Eric, Tel: +66 (0)76 292844
Nok & Chicken Sports Bar
Patong Condotel, +66 (0)87 895 0620
Rio Music Bar and Grill
Tel: +66 (0)76 294191
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Aroonsom-Plaza, Tel: +66 (0)76 290468
Scruff y Murphy's
Soi Bangla, Tel: +66 (0)76 292590
Starbucks
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 600169-70
Subway
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 349009
Thai Basecamp
Soi Paradise Inn, Tel: +66 (0)89 822 7921
Other
Sunrise Diving
Rat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 292050
Phuket CityHotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Bay Hotel
Panwa Bay Village, Tel: +66 (0)76 391514
Cape Panwa Hotel
Panwa Cape., Tel: +66 (0)76 391123
Deang Plaza Hotel
Montri Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 216428
Katina Hotel
Sakdidej Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 223111
Metropole Hotel
Montri Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 215050
Phi Phi Island Beach Resort
Sathoon Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 215014
Restaurants and Cafés
154 BakeryPhang Nga Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 233333
B2SCentral Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 209073
Black CanyonCentral Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 249663
Chill OutOng Sim Phai Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 225797
Coff ee MaxRanong Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 258294
Eatzz Dibuk Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 213727
Juice Internet Café & Juice BarPhuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 223210
Kopi De PhuketPhuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 212225
Michael's BarTakua Pa Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 256562
Siam IndigoPhang Nga Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 256697
StarbucksCentral Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 345716
The BooksPhuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 211115
Chalong Pier Beer Garden
Chalong Pier Road next to Kan Eang
DaVinci V Lounge
Soi Sai Yuen, Nai Harn, Tel: +66 (0)76 289574
Dos Fringos
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)76 280289
Happy Days
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)89 472 7304
Jimmy's Lighthouse
Chalong Pier, Tel: +66 (0)76 381709
Kan Eang@pier
Chalong Pier, Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Fisherman Way Park, +66 (0)76 282403
Locanda Restaurant
Kata-Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 330087
Phuket NorthHotels, Resorts and Guesthouse
JW Marriott
West Coast, Tel: +66 (0)76 338000
Kamala Bay Garden Resort
Kalim, Tel: +66 (0)76 325722
Laguna Phuket
Cherngtalay, Tel: +66 (0)76 324416
The Residence Kalim Bay
Kalim, Tel: +66 (0)76 342211
Restaurants and Cafés
Kamala Beer Garden
Kamala, Tel: +66 (0)81 797 8451
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Laguna, Tel: +66 (0)76 324313
Lambert Brothers
Boat Lagoon, Tel: +66 (0)76 273385
Lady Pie
Srisoontorn Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 271409
Les Anges Royal Phuket MarinaTel: +66 (0)76 360803-5
Liquid Lounge
Surin, Tel: +66 (0)81 537 2018
Liquid Lounge Bar
Surin Beach Rd.
Mom Tri's Boathouse Regatta
Royal Phuket Marina, Tel: +66 (0)76 360855
Skippers Royal Phuket Marina Tel: +66 (0)76 360890
The Club
Kamala, Tel: +66 (0)76 279111
Watermark Bar Restaurant
Boat Lagoon, Tel: +66 (0)76 239730
Other
Phuket International Airport
TOT Hotspot Tel: +66 (0)2 575 9425
Rockin Angels Jammin' Café
Yaowarat Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 210828
Tea House
Yaowarat Rd,. Tel: +66 (0)76 258022
Other
Bangkok Phuket Hospital
Yaowarat Rd,. Tel: +66 (0)76 254425
Phuket SouthHotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Alpina Phuket NalinaKaron, Tel: +66 (0)76 370999
Angus @ O'Tool'sKaron, Tel: +66 (0)76 398262
Arfur @ O'Tool'sKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 284405
Baan KikiChalong, Tel: +66 (0)89 586 1098
Baan Karon Resort Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 286251-8
Bel Air Panwa Resort Ao Makham, Tel: +66 (0)76 396580
Bougainvillea Hotel Kata-Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 330087
CC BloomsKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 333222-3
Centara Karon ResortKaron, Tel: +66 (0)76 396200
Club MedKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330455-9
Evason Phuket & Six Senses SpaRawai, Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7
Mom Tri's Villa RoyaleKata Noi, Tel: +66 (0)76 333568
Mom Tri's BoathouseKata Beach, Tel: +66 (0)76 330015
Mom Tri's KitchenKata Noi, Tel: +66 (0)76 333569
Mom Tri's OasisKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330423
Novotel-Panwa Beach Resort Aoyon, Tel: +66 (0)76 393300-10
Pacifi c Club And SpaKaron, Tel: +66 (0)76 398350-2
Phuket Sports & Tennis ClubRawai, Tel: +66 (0)76 289714
Serene ResortKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330148-50
Solution Lounge and Sports BarKata, Tel: +66 (0)84 704 9302.
SouthSea Karon Resort Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 370888
The Aspasia PhuketKata, Tel: +66 (0)76 333032-3
The Little MermaidKaron, Tel: +66 (0)76 396580
Restaurants and Cafés
Amazon Café Chaofa Rd., West
Ao Chalong Yacht ClubChalong, Tel: +66 (0)76 381844
Patong AreaHotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Absolute Ceylon Pub
Jungceylon, Patong
Absolute Seapearl Beach Resort
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 341901-10
Andaman Beach Suites
Tel: +66 (0)76 341879-83
Amanta House Boutique Hotel
Tel: +66 (0)76 290401
Aqua Guesthouse
Paradise Complex, +66 (0)76 346142
Bel Aire Resort Phuket
Tel: +66 (0)76 296600
Baan Yin Dee
Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-7
Burisari Resort
Soi Ruam Jai, Tel: +66 (0)76 292929
Connect Guesthouse
Paradise Complex, +66 (0)76 294195
Faulty Towers Inn
Soi Sunset, Tel: +66 (0)76 344061
Holiday Inn Phuket Tel: +66 (0)76 340608-9
K-Hotel, Rat-U-Thit Rd.Tel: +66 (0)76 340832-3
Leelawadee Boutique Hotel
Siriraj Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 346301-4
Little Buddha Guesthouse
Nanai Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 296148
Patong Paragon Hotel
Prabaramee Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 290555
Royal Palm Resortel
Tel: +66 (0)76 292510
Royal Phawadee Village
Sawatdirak Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 345576
Summer Breeze Hotel
Soi Sansabai, Tel: +66 (0)76 340464
Safari Beach Hotel
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 341171
The Bird Cage–Patong Guesthouse
Tel. +66 (0)76 293196-7
The Royal Paradise Hotel
Tel: +66 (0)76 340666
Valhalla V Plaza
Soi Sunset, Tel: +66 (0)76 292556
Villa del Mar
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 345698
Yorkshire Inn
Soi Sansabai, Tel: +66 (0)76 340904
Restaurants and Cafés
BYD Lofts restaurantRat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 343024-7
CoyoteBeach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 344366
Irish TimesJungceylon, Tel: +66 (0)76 366085
Jean Pierre's Restaurant & BarRat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 343024
La Boucherie RestaurantSawatdirak Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 344581
If you know of any other wifi locations, please advise us at [email protected] and we will do our best to include them.
Hotspots in Phuket
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PHANG NGA BAY REGATTA
SETTING SAIL
From the third to the seventh of February, the 13th Phang Nga Bay Regatta will be the scene for the region’s yachting community, as participants battle it out against the spectacular backdrop of Phang Nga Bay.
With four days of racing and fi ve days of partying within the three provinces of Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi, the regatta surely is one of the most scenic events on the Asian racing calendar, and always lives up to its reputation as the FUN Regatta!
More than 60 yachts are expected to enter, with boats and crews joining from around the world. They’ll compete for honours in six classes: Racing, Cruising A, Cruising B, Bareboat Charter, Firefl y 850 and Multihull.
This hugely popular event is unlike other regattas in that it follows a course with a diff erent stop-over each night. The 2010 competition starts with
Feature
registration and the opening party at the Absolute Chandara Resort and Spa at Ao Po in the north of Phuket, sponsored by the Absolute Resort Group. The fi rst race day (the 4th) heads out from Ao Po and races north to the top of Phang Nga Bay, past the famous ramparts of Koh Phanak, Koh Hong group of islands and James Bond Island ending the day at one of the area’s famed beachside restaurants, Laem Sak Seafood at Chong Lat. The second race day (the 5th) will see the fl eet running south to one of the many secluded islands of the bay and another stunning party venue at Ko Yao Noi Paradise Resort. The race then heads over to Krabi on the 6th for another beach party at the famed Sheraton Krabi hotel. On the 7th, the fi nal race day heads home to Phuket through the open waters of Phang Nga Bay with the closing party in Chalong.
The Regatta is organised by the PNBR 2010 Organising Committee under the auspices of the Ao Chalong Yacht Club, and the courses which the fl eet
Photos courtesy of John Everingham, Rolien Beute and the Phang Nga Bay Regatta
sail every day are set by local Phuket sailing personalities, Andy Dowden and Simon James. Thai government sponsorship is bestowed courtesy of the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Sports Association of Thailand.
The regatta committee welcomes back the grand lady of the sea, the majestic ‘Silolona’ as its main committee boat and she is joined by the imposing ‘Diva Andaman’, ‘El Aleph’ and ‘S/V Vega III’ with ‘M/V Moonbeam’ and Lee Marine’s ‘Merry Fisher’ in support. Other regular supporters that are welcomed back include QBE insurance, Electrical Marine, Quantum Sails, Oriental Events, Phuket International Hospital, Asia Marine, Ko Yao Paradise, International
Super Yacht Services, Haad Tip (Coca-Cola), Capital TV, 91.5 FM ‘Phuket Island Radio', SEA Yachting and the Phuket Gazette.
In a year that has been particularly hard on event sponsorship, the organising committee are also very grateful to new sponsors who have joined the regatta this year. These include Absolute Hotel & Resorts, Absolute Chandara, Sheraton Krabi, Jumeira Private Island, Emerald Villa Services, Nikita’s, PIMEX, Elite Yachting and Sea-ex.com and media partners MyPhuketInfo.com, Yachtstyle, The Nation and PGTV.
The Phang Nga Bay Regatta off ers some challenging racing in breathtaking locations, and is the perfect opportunity for some great competition and FUN!
For more information contact Phang Nga Bay Regatta
Tel: +66 (0)81 862 6428.Email: [email protected] Web: www.bayregatta.com
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Most islands are uninhabited, offering secluded anchorages under soaring cliffs fringed with jungle, as well as fascinating dinghy expeditions to hidden beaches, caves and creeks not shown on charts or maps. Three rivers run into the head of the bay so the water is silty, though otherwise clean, forming a milky green backdrop to the striking scenery.
Since a large part of the area north of Koh Yao is shallow (less than 10 metres), it is possible to anchor virtually anywhere in north Phang Nga Bay. This chapter, then, focuses only on the more suitable overnight anchorages – those which provide shelter from the squalls and storms which can hit unexpectedly, particularly in the southwest monsoon season.
Some of the area covered by this section is National Park and rangers patrol around the islands. The entry fee is 200 Baht per boat and 200 Baht per day per person on board, which is collected on the spot.
NORTH PHANG NGA BAYThe sheer-sided sea mountains that rise vertically out of Phang Nga Bay form some of Thailand’s most spectacular scenery. Images of Phang Nga have travelled the world and shaped perceptions of southern Thailand, and the boating experiences to be had here.
As a result the cruising yachtsman may encounter many tour boats and sea canoes during the middle of the day, but tranquillity returns by late afternoon. While the bay itself is not so large, the number of islands, inlets and mangrove channels ensure that no matter how long a yachtsman spends here, new experiences will always be nearby.
We list only 21 of the many anchorages in this area. Much of the joy of sailing in Phang Nga, after all, lies in discovering the uncounted creeks, caves and coves for yourself.
Southeast Asia Pilot, 3rd Edition : ExtractExtracted from The Southeast Asia Pilot (3rd Edition) cruising/sailing guide by Bill O'Leary & Andy Dowden − www.southeastasiapilot.com
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KOH CHONG LAT & KOH KHLUI CHANNELAccess to the channel
The deep entrance to the north of Koh Chong Lat is easily navigable, as is the middle entrance just north of Koh Khlui. The middle entrance should be approached on an easterly heading, turning southeast between the islands.
Inside the main channel between Koh Chong Lat and the mainland, immediately north of the middle passage, is a dangerous area of shallow water with drying rocks. This should be left well to port if heading north.
If entering the main channel from the south, it’s better to stay close to Koh Khlui which will afford a minimum depth of 3 metres.
When entering from the north it is better to pass through the narrow channel between Koh Ngam and Koh Chong Lat which is deep rather than passing north of Koh Ngam where there is a very large drying bank.
NORTHERN CHANNEL25 miles from Yacht Haven
A
This is a quiet location with beautiful views of the sheer cliffs of Koh Chong Lat to the west. The anchorage is on a direct line between the two islets shown on the chart, in 8-10 metres, near a lovely mangrove-covered flat, which is awash at high tide.
This spot is good for all wind conditions, though mid tide currents of up to 3 knots mean that care should be taken if swimming from the boat.
Local lore has it that there are no longer any crocodiles in the area, although there are families of sea otters which can be spotted at dusk.
This has been used as an overnight anchorage for the Phang Nga Bay Regatta which is held every year during Chinese New Year and attracts over 50 yachts.
To the east on the mainland at Leam Sak village is an excellent seafood restaurant which can be accessed directly by dinghy at high tide or via a concrete jetty on the other side of the headland at the head of a mangrove creek.
MIDDLE PASSAGE24 miles from Yacht Haven
B
Anchorage can be found in the passage in 4-5 metres, making for a good overnight stop in either season. To the north and south large and scenic bays with shallow waters are easily reached by dinghy. The bay to the south is an ideal anchorage for bilge keelers or vessels drawing less than 1 metre.
KOH KLUI EAST23 miles from Yacht Haven
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Koh Khlui East is very sheltered, with good holding in the southwest monsoon season. The best anchorage is just south of the small inlet in about five metres. This is also the best place from which to explore the bay and rocky outcrops to the north by dinghy.
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Although economic turmoil has ravaged the world’s economies, Phuket, in many ways, appears to be untouched by this. In a picture-perfect setting which most people can only dream about, luxurious sail and power yachts anchor in the waters off Phuket Island for a fi ve-star, exclusive fun event, the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous.
Held on the 17th and 18th of December every year, the Asia Superyacht
Rendezvous welcomes superyachts of a minimum of 100 feet for two days
of social and sailing activities. Although participation is by invitation only,
the ninth running of the event saw the largest fl eet ever with 11 superyachts
present. Old friendships were renewed and new ones forged.
Photos courtesy of Asia Pacifi c SuperyachtsFeature
This prestigious event is hosted by hotel sponsor The Chedi Phuket, a luxury
hotel on Surin Beach. Feadship of Holland, the world's premier superyacht
builder, is a principal sponsor along with co-sponsors Asia Pacifi c Superyachts
and Jumierah Private Island. Co-organiser Charlie Dwyer, captain of the
superyacht, Yanneke Too, says, “This annual celebration is the only major
event of its kind in Asia. It also represents Phuket’s coming of age as a major
yachting destination for the international community.”
For most of the participants and spectators, the highlight of the event is
the 'Feadship Challenge', which is held during the opening party beside the
Chedi pool. It’s presided over by Feadship and is represented by Francois
ASIA SUPERYACHT RENDEZVOUS –
FUN ON AND OFF THE WATER
THE BIG BOATS COME TO PLAY!
Van Well, President of Feadship America. The challenge brings competing
crews together as boat builders to construct small boats from kits. Creativity
and originality are frequently evident in the designs; the biggest test then
becomes seeing if they actually fl oat. Model yachts compete in pairs, in two
three-metre-long gutters. Using only his or her breath, the appointed 'blower'
carefully sails the team's boat down the gutter to the end where he must
consume some sumptuously fried bugs, turn the boat around and blow it to
back to the fi nish line. Spectators cheer on their favourites from the sidelines.
The winner of the heat moves on to the next round.
Two prizes are awarded. Last year M/Y Vie Sans Soueis won the hotly
contested challenge. The second award for the best designed boat went to
the team from Silolona, which was built in the likeness of their Indonesian
phinisi, a traditional wooden sailboat.
On the Friday, the sailing yachts gathered for a race in Pansea Bay in front
of the Chedi. The 2009 event saw fi ve sailing yachts participating in the
Feature: Asia Superyacht Rendezvous
triangular course and the power yacht M/V Maverick providing committee
services. It was a sight that proved to be truly spectacular, often only boat-
lengths separating the superyachts. The 48-metre Thalia stood out amongst
the fl eet, coming from behind to cross the fi nish line fi rst.
The late afternoon cocktail party was held aboard Silolona, where
entertainment included the Indonesian crew dressed in traditional regalia,
playing traditional instruments and singing. The celebration then moved
shoreside to The Chedi for a formal gala for superyacht owners and a
beachside BBQ for the crews and other participants.
Fantastic social and sailing events at an unparalleled location made the Asia
Superyacht Rendezvous 2009 the most successful one yet. Simply, it’s the
best attended superyacht event in Asia and it’s expected that the tenth year
will be even more spectacular.
For further information contact
Asia Pacifi c Superyachts
Email: charlie@asia-pacifi c-superyachts.comWeb: www.asia-superyacht-rendezvous.com
Gordon Fernandes, Francois Van Well, Charlie Dwyer
Silolona Patti & crew
Gordon Fernandes & ice carving
Feadship Challenge Winner
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Sponsors of the 2010 regatta:MAJOR SPONSORS
OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS MEDIA PARTNERS
LOCAL SPONSORS
SUPPORTING AUTHORITIES
Social PhuketWhat WAS on in Phuket
The Kris Condo Grand Opening
(From left) Tummasorn Svattananon PR Director The Unity Patong;
Chawanrat Svattananon; Patranit Savattananon, Managing Director The
Unity Patong; Anant Svattananon; Pensri Svattananon; Jetiya Krissana,
Managing Director, The Kris Thailand.
(From left) Suwit Auttayatamavitaya Group General Manager The Kris
Thailand and Jetiya Krissana Managing Director The Kris Thailand.
(From left) Santa and Mrs. Claus are welcomed by Alan & Jam
Collinge at Chalong Pier Beer Garden
Purple Rain Party at Cape Sienna
(From left) Aaron Doolittle from thisweekinphuket.com; Tipwarintron
Tanaakarachad (Riz), Marketing Communications at Cape Sienna; Adam Dugan from
thisweekinphuket.com; Jay Walker, Sales & Marketing at The Village, Coconut Island.
Santa at Chalong Pier Beer Garden
(3rd from left) Mrs. Claus and Santa with their helpers at Chalong Pier
Beer Garden
IBAP Christmas & New Year Party
(From left) Aom, Pat, Santa, Cat, Noi and Joy Santa and Simone Allene
Opening Art Exhibition at D Gallery
(2nd from left) Pornthip Raksapiksu, MD of D Gallery & guests
Jirapat Tatsanasomboon-Artist
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Let’s talk rubbish: Or more specifi cally about how we dispose of those black bags full of the stuff that is left out for the refuse collections in the UK. Phuket take note as you are not the only ones with this problem.
RUBBISH
The UK, historically, is amongst the countries within the European
Union (EU) which rely most heavily upon landfi ll for disposal. 75%
of municipal waste is sent to landfi ll, against an EU average of 45%
(2003 statistics). More recent fi gures from 2007 indicate that the UK
continues to be among the EU’s worst off enders with regards to the
volume of waste land fi lled per capita, depositing 324 kg per capita,
compared to the EU average of 181 kg. That’s about 25 million
tonnes a year going into holes in the ground.
The EU Landfi ll Directive has set member nations limits for the
amount of biodegradable municipal solid waste permitted to be
landfi lled by certain key dates (2010, 2013 and 2020).
The UK’s targets are translated into landfi ll limits for individual local
authorities. Failure to achieve these targets gives rise to fi nes of up to
£150 per tonne. Local authorities also face statutory targets for the
recycling of household waste.
UK landfi ll capacity could become fully utilised by 2014, assuming a
continuation of 2007 input levels.
The use of alternatives to landfi ll plays an important part in waste
producers attempts to improve their environmental performance.
A solution is for local and city council authorities to compost the
waste. One company is at the forefront of this technology and it’s
this company I want to concentrate on.
New Earth Solutions was established in 2002, out of waste
management origins to pursue landfi ll diversion and composting
operations. The company has successfully developed low-impact,
fully-enclosed facilities that utilise mechanical biological treatment
(MBT) and composting technology. New Earth Solutions has a
saleable business model and employs a modular build approach
for its technology. New site development costs are typically £10m
to £12m for a plant with 50,000 tonnes per annum (tpa) of capacity.
New Earth Solutions has three operational waste treatment facilities
(Canford, Blaise and Sharpness) with a combined capacity of almost
170,000 tpa, and is growing organically by winning Local Authority
waste treatment contracts, which underpin the development of
new plants. A further three facilities (Cotesbach, Britannia Zinc and
Willow) with a combined capacity of 300,000 tpa, supported by
Local Authority waste contracts, are expected to open in 2010 and
2011. Planning permission at Longwood (in Lincolnshire) has been
achieved in 2009 and this site is expected to open in 2011, subject
to securing an underpinning waste contract.
The company has nearly 3,300,000 tonnes of secured and/or
awarded local authority contracts valid for the next 20 years. This
translates into circa £200m of revenue at current prices.
All this makes interesting reading, but how can we invest in this
unique opportunity?
The Premier Fund Group based in the Isle of Man has opened a fund
investing exclusively in New Earth Solutions, and other ‘new earth’
energy companies. Over the past 18 months the fund has returned
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Solutions Fund was launched in July 2008 and has never posted a
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To fi nd out if this fund is a suitable investment for you, either directly
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Recipe
For the risotto base
2 tbsp olive oil•
50 gm onion, chopped•
1 garlic clove, chopped•
salt to taste•
175 gm risotto rice•
1 litre pints boiling water•
To complete the risotto
1 tbsp olive oil•
100 gm grated Parmesan•
1 tsp chopped fresh chervil•
salt and freshly ground black pepper •
white truffl e oil, for drizzling•
Heat the olive oil in a pan. Place the onions, garlic and a pinch of salt into
the pan and cook until the onions are soft and transparent. When the onions
are cooked, add the risotto and stir until the rice is very hot and the grains
are starting to turn translucent. Begin to add the water little by little, stirring
continuously. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes then remove the pan from the heat
and leave to stand.
To complete the risotto stir in the Parmesan and chervil and season with salt
and freshly ground black pepper.
To serve, place the risotto into the middle of four serving dishes and drizzle
over a little white truffl e oil.
Balsamic reduction
400 ml Balsamic vinega•
Boil and reduce by half or until like a syrup.•
Pesto
200 gm fresh rocket leaves•
1 clove garlic •
10 tbsp Italian extra virgin •
olive oill
1 tbsp salted capers•
2 tbsp white wine vinegar•
100 gm freshly shaved Parmesan•
salt•
freshly ground black pepper•
Using a sharp knife, fi nely chop the rocket leaves, garlic, capers and place in
a large bowl. Add the olive oil, the vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
Roasted red pepper
4 red peppers•
Roast or chargrill the peppers for 10 to 15 minutes in the oven and then •
leave to cool in a plastic bag. Peel and de-seed. Cut into quarters.
Sauté spinach
1 tbsp chopped onion•
Pinch of chopped garlic•
Fresh picked spinach•
Fresh grated nutmeg•
Tuna Risotto
About Chef Darren Wiper
In October 2008, Darren Wiper was appointed as the Executive Chef for the latest
beachfront dining venture of Mom Luang Tri Devakul, better known as Mom Tri.
Already the restaurant has established itself as a favourite among locals and tourists
alike. He brings a new kind of cuisine to Phuket not to be found elsewhere – dishes are
tantalizing, original and creative.
Chef Darren, originally from the UK, worked at fi ne dining restaurants in Bermuda and
the French Côte d’Azur. In Bermuda he was Executive Chef at the fi ve-star Fresco’s
restaurant and wine bar, which specializes in culinary feasts of eight to ten courses of
Mediterranean cuisine. Prior to this he was Chef at the Relais des Coches restaurant in
Tourrettes Sur Loup, France.
His innovative tapas and Mediterranean dishes are served in the two open-air restaurants
at Mom Tri's Oasis, Oasis Spring and Oasis on the Sea.
Mom Tri's Oasis
In Kata on the way to Kata Noi, just past Mom Tri’s Boathouse
on the very south end of Kata Beach
Tel: +66 (0)76 330423 Website: www.momtriphuket.com
Chef Darren Wiper
Cook the onion and garlic in olive oil for one minute. Add the spinach, season
with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Grilled tuna steak
4 fresh tuna steaks•
Season the tuna then grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.•
To plate
Place the risotto in a ring in the centre of the plate. Place three roasted
peppers around the outside of the risotto, and put the sauté spinach on top
with the tuna steak. Garnish with the balsamic reduction and pesto.
Around Phuket
'Location, location, location' as the saying goes. It doesn’t matter how
good you are, if you’re not in the right location, forget it.
Baan Rim Pa has become one of Thailand’s best-known restaurants, with
a reputation stretching much further. It is perched on a cliff , with teak
fl oors and the constant swish of the surf ‘downstairs’. There are some
restaurants that just encapsulate the word ‘romantic’ and here, with
Tommy Doyle playing classics on his grand piano, the sea breeze and the
delicate aromas of world-class cooking in the air, this House by the Sea is
one of the most romantic places to eat in Phuket.
Situated on a rocky outcrop, overlooking the Andaman Sea, Baan Rim Pa
prides itself in superb, authentic Royal Thai Cuisine, an ambience second
to none and the most spectacular views on the island. Baan Rim Pa is
the winner of the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence seven
years in succession.
Baan Rim Pa Thai
Open Thu-Tue 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 340789, +66 (0)76 341768
On the coast road just north of Patongwww.baanrimpa.com
Open daily 08:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 341244
Beach Rd, 200 metres north of Soi Bangla in Patongwww.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Patong Seafood International
Take a journey into the home of real Thai food! Patong Seafood Restaurant
was the fi rst seafood restaurant to open in the then village-like Patong. It
has changed very little from those days except for a major refurbishment
after the 2004 tsunami in which major damage was sustained.
The restaurant was rebuilt as it was in original Thai style with open
dining area and a high circular design ceiling. Only the freshest seafood
is brought straight from the boat and market to give you the fi nest
selections, which are on display – chilled and ready to eat. The kitchens at
Patong Seafood Restaurant are a place to behold, where their chefs with
simply so many years of experience, prepare your seafood and other Thai
delicacies to perfection.
The fi rst thing that you will notice are the friendly staff . The smiles, the
attentiveness and the helpfulness in making your choice are something
you will appreciate and you will then know why many visitors and locals
come back time and time again to enjoy this real taste of Thailand.
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Mom Tri's Kitchen International
Open daily 06:30-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333569
On Kata Noi Beachwww.momtriphuket.com
Enjoy fi ne dining in an award winning restaurant set just above the rocks and overlooking Kata Noi Beach. Panoramic sea views combined with the sound of the waves below create a peaceful, sensually indulgent and romantic setting.
European favourites and Thai dishes are served either on the open-air terrace, covered patio or Thai sala. An exuberant menu off ers delicious creations from talented Executive Chef Sura. Popular dishes include hot crab souffl é, and light and savoy appetiser, tuna carpaccio, Phuket lobster and Angus beef tenderloin. Mom Tri's Villa Royale is the winner of the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence for three years in a row and has over 350 labels including an extensive organic wine list and 16 wines by the glass.
Also enjoy watching the sunset during happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30 and receive 50% discount cocktails and beer. Situated on the only road into to Kata Noi, the entrance can easily be found on the hill between Kata Beach and Kata Noi Beach.
Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 342100 ext 8301
Impiana Phuket Cabana & Resort. Entrance from Beach Rd, Patong.www.sala-bua.com
There are only a certain few select restaurants that can off er an evening of enjoyment with unsurpassed sophistication. A superb cuisine prepared by an award-winning chef, along with warm hospitality in a luxurious but relaxing ambiance, set the stage for an ideal and memorable evening out. With a seating of al fresco and outdoor dining by the sea, and the soft sounds of the musicians, the setting for the discerning diner or those seeking a romantic interlude, is complete.
A unique evening at Sala Bua can include an array of culinary delights prepared by Executive Chef Ronnie Macuja who steered Sala Bua into winning a coveted ‘Best Restaurant’ award granted by Thailand Tatler from 2002 to 2007. His superb entrées include the Open Lasagna of Rock Lobster with white truffl e mash potato and new season garlic cream and Hoisin Roasted Duck Breast with maple-glazed pears, charred asparagus and cherry-grappa sauce.
Sala Bua off ers the ultimate in elegant dining providing cuisine that is innovative and unparalleled. With a warm ambience and service, this place to dine provides an extraordinary and unforgettable evening out.
Sala Bua International
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187, +66 (0)76 381212
The pier of Chalong Baywww.kaneang-pier.com, [email protected]
Kan Eang, meaning feel at ease, invites you to unwind with the soothing sounds of the waves, enjoy a stunning view of Chalong Bay and savor freshly caught seafood, local Thai delights and selected Japanese dishes.
Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it is a destination. Originally called Kan Eang 1, the name was changed after renovations. Kan Eang 1 with more than 30 years of preparing great seafood dishes had long been a favorite among both locals and visitors from around the world Kan Eang@pier is no diff erent and continues the tradition of satisfying any palate with their selected fresh seafood and local specialties.
Kan Eang@pier has the fl exibility to cater for everything from intimate dinners to special events and large banquets.
This restaurant with its friendly and attentive staff and seaside tables and chairs in an idyllic setting off ers a relaxing and pleasant dining experience day or night. Enjoy a panoramic view of the yacht harbor and close islands.
Kan Eang@pier Seafood/Thai
Open daily 10:30-23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330423
Kata Beach, adjacent to the Boathousewww.momtriphuket.com, [email protected]
Beachfront dining becomes a whole new experience at this tropical, sophisticated and yet relaxed setting which enjoys gorgeous panoramic sunset views from the restaurants and live music in the tapas bar.
Mom Tri’s Oasis introduces a new kind of Mediterranean cuisine to Phuket with tantalizing dishes served in the open air restaurant. Choose lighter fare from the Oasis Spring Tapas Bar or casual beachfront dining at the Oasis On the Sea Restaurant. Tapas include glazed scallops with spinach, feta cheese and sun-dried tomato samosas, and goat cheese and tomato meatballs. For those seeking something light and healthy there is a good selection of generous salads.
Oasis On The Sea off ers some original dishes such as sea bass baked in a banana leaf and classics including braised lamb shank with sun dried tomato and grain mustard mash. There is also a good selection of vegetarian items.
Free wireless internet also makes Oasis a great place to come, relax on the sofa and enjoy some authentic Lavazza coff ee.
Mom Tri's Oasis Mediterranean
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7 km from Patong Beach on Beach Road To Kamala Hill. In front of the Kamala Park.www.printkamalaresort.net/restaurant1.php
Open daily 06:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0) 76 385396-8 ext 700
Take a break and enjoy the sea breeze on a hot day in an outdoor or indoor setting with strolling musicians serenading you as you enjoy a wonderful meal. The Kamala Restaurant at the The Print Kamala Resort off ers a relaxed and casual dining experience in a stylish setting close to the beach.
The resort has a reputation as the perfect hideaway for honeymooners and holidaymakers. What better way to celebrate than by starting with an exotic cocktail created by the bar staff ? PS I Love You, a blend of dark rum and amaretto, is an enticing drink that helps set the ambience for a great stay.
Choose from the menu of International and Thai food a mix of dishes as the colours and taste combinations are sure to please. The Shrimp on Garlic Toast and Calamari make for well-known Western favourites and the Spare Ribs with a spicy Thai sauce provide a piquant twist. Not to miss are the Kao Pad Talay Sapalot, seafood fried rice served in a pineapple, the Spicy Seafood Salad and Gung Sarong, vermicelli noodles wrapped around deep fried prawns.
Try a taste of the exotic in an intimate and warm atmosphere.
The Kamala Restaurant Thai/International
Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344581, +66 (0)81 607 0191
Royal Phawadee Village, 3 Sawatdirak Rd., Patong. Free Pickup (Conditions Apply)www.laboucherie-asia.com, [email protected]
La Boucherie is a French steakhouse located in the Royal Phawadee Village – a sumptuous and quiet boutique resort in Patong. An intimate and relaxed ambience off ers a welcome escape from the nearby busy and bustling area. Unwind with a glass of wine at an outdoor table or in airconditioned comfort and enjoy great steaks and French specialities.
Appetizers of Beef Carpaccio and Basil and Warm Goat Cheese Salad are delightful delicacies of a perfect combination of meat and cheese with complimentary textures and delicately spiced tastes. The Steak Tartare served with fried potatoes with garlic and butter and vegetables and the Entrecôte with a Bearnaise sauce and a baked potato and vegetables are sure to please.
A varied menu of wonderful food that includes perfectly cooked steaks and dishes from France is a good reason to stop at La Boucherie. Top it off with a cosy and relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff , and you have a restaurant that provides a very pleasant and satisfying experience.
La Boucherie French/Steaks & Grills Wine Connection International
It’s not very often that you fi nd everything that you need in one place, but a visit to Wine Connection in Sino Avenue at Jungceylon makes a welcome change. Where else can you fi nd a bistro, wineshop, food shop, deli and bakery all under one roof?
For starters, there is a tasty selection of cold cuts and cheeses served with a variety of fresh bread straight from the in-house bakery. As a main, Rabbit with Wild Mushrooms with accompanying gratin potatoes and spinach is a perfect combination of fl avours. This is just one of Chef Laurent’s monthly specials, which keep people coming back time and time again. A Crème Caramel slips down easily and makes the meal complete.
A smooth fruity Chilean Cabernet Merlot is a wonderful wine to accompany the meal and is one of literally hundreds of wines that can be selected by the bottle from the wine store or by the glass from the menu.
With a French Chef, a fabulous menu, monthly specials and great wines, that is the perfect recipe for a great meal out.
Open daily 10:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 366091, +66 (0)76 282411 ext 2
Patong: Jungceylon in Sino Avenue; Chalong: Fisherman Way Business Centerwww.wineconnection.co.th
Crepes Village International/Fusion
Open daily 08:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 325154
Cherngtalay before Laguna gateway, also at Soi Sai Yuan Nai Harnwww.crepesvillage.com
An extraordinary outdoor venue that serves a unique yet familiar food has an
unmatched ability to off er a refreshing and relaxing dining experience. Crepes
Village specialises in the traditional thin French pancake, the crepe. From the
well-known Crepe Suzette, there are crepes with delicious International and
Asian fi llings. Couches and cushioned chairs under a pavilion-type structure
with Thai wooden gazebos provide the village-like setting.
Fancy Thai, Mexican, pizza, ham and cheese, tuna salad or a Popeye classic
of cream spinach and cheese? Try your favourite fi lling already wrapped in a
crepe or for the adventurous in the wrapping department, enjoy a combo set.
The Thai Combo for four people, which includes curry dishes, provides a taste
of a truly Thai crepe while the Western Combo presents an eclectic sampling
of spinach, ratatouille, Mexican and bolognese.
Enjoy some wine, cider and cocktails specially made at the restaurant with a
meal and while the kids play in the playground or take away a selection of
superb crepes or have some delivered to your home or hotel. Bon Appetit!
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Open daily 17:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 289574
Centre of Nai Harn on the road to Rawaiwww.davinciphuket.com
Conceptualisations and ingenuity in the form of Italian cuisine come to Nai Harn! Relish an authentic style of cooking of a diverse array of favourites and new combinations served in a cozy ambiance or savour pizzas in a separate casual seating area by a wood-fi red oven.
Welcoming tastes and sights abound at Da Vinci with tantalizing temptations served from the kitchen with fresh ingredients as signature items in every dish. The Lasagne Al Forno, home made lasagne layers of pasta made with beef and tomato sauce and the Spaghetti Neri Pomodorini Calamari E/ Gamberi, black spaghetti with tomato, squid and prawn off er unique tastes and texture combinations with the richness of their fl avours refl ected in the quality of the ingredients.
The Scaloppine Al Vino Bianco Con Patate are two appetizing escalopes with white wine served with potatoes were perfectly cooked fi llets of pork.
For superlative Italian cuisine with the freshest of ingredients, be sure to try Da Vinci and discover a renaissance of food.
ItalianDa Vinci
Plum Fine Dining18-23 Closed Mon&Wed Vanilla Sky 17–00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 337300
Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff at the beginning of Millionaire's Mile!www.capesienna.com, [email protected]
The new chic modern resort Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas brings the sophisticated style of city living to the tropical beauty of Phuket Island. Cape Sienna awaits you in our two unique dining venues, both with outstanding service, fi ne cuisine and views to match. It’s chic! It’s modern! It’s hip! It’s laidback! It’s Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas.
At Plum Fine Dining, Executive Chef Indrajit Saha off ers an exotic experience with tantalizing Oriental dishes and more familiar dishes with a hint of tropical spices. Slip into our sleek décor and treat your palette with fusion cuisine for an unforgettable experience.
Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort serves distinctive cocktails and interesting Tapas together with a breathtaking view of Kamala Bay. Stepping out on the terrace and slipping into one of the chairs will give you a sensation of having reached a small piece of heaven on earth.
Come for the Cape Sienna experience and be surprised by the amazing location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…
Plum Fine Dining / Vanilla Sky Eurasian/Tapas Bar
Near the circle and fresh market in Phuket Town.www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Open 12-14:00, 18-23:00 Closed Mondays | Tel: +66 (0)76 225958
Looking for a break from the tourist spots on Phuket’s west coast – and the best pizza on the island? Follow the locals to Salvatore’s, a rustic 'trattoria' in Phuket Town. Salvatore off ers traditional Italian cuisine using only the fi nest fresh ingredients, such as linguini alla bottarga, sea bass in salt crust, gnocchi with fresh sausage and pizza baked in a wood-burning oven.
Other specialties are created with local shellfi sh, like mouth-watering lobster ravioli and fettucini with crab. Start with the bruschetta, with delicately skinned tomatoes and fresh herbs and beef carpaccio with olive oil.
The food is prepared under the careful eye of the Sardinian executive chef and owner, Salvatore Cossu, a fi xture on Phuket’s restaurant scene for his cooking skills. He personally shops for the vegetables and fi sh in local markets. The bread is baked daily; the pastas and sausages are home-made.
Ask him about daily food specials as well as wine suggestions. Salvatore off ers about 60 labels, including Sardinian wines.
The service is warm and the ambience is friendly. But the real star is the food.
Salvatore’s Italian
Within Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, Cherngtalaywww.dusit.com/dtlp, [email protected]
Open daily until 23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 362999 ext 7303
ThaiCasuarina Beach Restaurant & Bar
If you love palm trees, a setting sun, waves lapping up to the shore and the whisper of the sea breeze through Casuarina trees then you'll be delighted with Dusit Thani's very own Casuarina Beach Restaurant.
This casual dining establishment off ers interior dining in spacious and elegant surroundings and the perfect beach side setting. Listen to the waves and settle into the pace of the beach.
As a local favourite, Casuarinas Beach has acquired a reputation for excellent steaks, fresh seafood, great service and a comprehensive wine list. Enjoy the best US and Australian prime cuts, cooked just the way you like.Indulge in the freshest seafood prepared Thai style, great salads or simply enjoy a drink while watching the beautiful sunset over the Andaman Sea.
Fantastic cocktails make every sunset a life time experience. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks or a night cap at Casuarinas Bar in perfect surroundings.
Casuarina Beach is also very popular for beach side weddings, private Dinners and Birthday parties.
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Superb food and warm hospitality that are creatively prepared and
generously off ered and served in a hip and chic setting are the
ingredients that set the stage for a wonderful evening out. This fusion of
exquisite and inviting elements provide for a memorable occasion, and
is a place that tempts patrons to return again and again.
The Large Grilled Prawn with two truffl e-based sauces is one delicacy to
be savoured. The mushroom condiments were a surprising complement
to the prawn with a hint of mint in one off ering a unique touch. The
Tuna Fillet with spinach ravioli in a Parmesan walnut sauce not only
paired diff erent textures and taste combinations but was also a pleasing
dish to the eye and the Rack of Lamb and Rib Eye Steak on a bed of
mushrooms are ideal partners.
A stylish and upscale setting with exquisite food and a warm ambience,
make Jean Pierre Bar & Restaurant a place to go to get a taste of that
something special.
Jean Pierre Bar & Restaurant International
In front of Andaman Beach Suites in Patongwww.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 343024
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Azur Mediterranean
Open Thu-Sat 16:00-22:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 602500
Radisson Plaza Resort Phuket Panwa Beachwww.radisson.com/phuketth_plaza
A healthy and fi ne cuisine, which is the product of the fusion of several cultures in the Mediterranean region, a spectacular indoor and outdoor dining area situated in a grand resort against the backdrop of the inviting waters of the Andaman Sea indicate the makings for an extraordinary dining occasion.
Azur at the Radisson Plaza Resort Phuket Panwa Beach hosts an exquisite evening of superlative Mediterranean cuisine. Tapas and Mezze dishes include Tabouleh, a mouth-watering salad of burghul wheat, chopped scallions, tomatoes and parsley; Dolma, vine leaves fi lled with rice, vegetables and spices; Hummous, blended garbanzo beans, with tahini, lemon juice, topped with virgin olive oil. Greek style Grilled Lamb Skewers with ’Boureki Haniotiko’, an enticing combination of gratinated baked vegetables with feta cheese, are a succulent main course.
Unsurpassed culinary delights, ambience and location in conjunction with superb service await the discerning diner. Indulge yourself in an adventure!
On The Beach International
Located at the southern end of Karon Beach, next to Dino Park Mini G olf.www.katagroup.com/karonbeach
Located in an absolute beachfront setting with stunning views over
the Andaman Sea, you'll fi nd On The Beach. You cannot select a better
location to enjoy the inventive international cuisine created by Chef Sanit
and his team of chefs whilst watching the lights of the fi shing boats out
at sea.
Superb food with welcoming and attentive yet unobtrusive service is the
perfect recipe for an unforgettable evening. The restaurant is part of the
Karon Beach Resort & Spa, a delightful 4-star property located right on
one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches.
Treat yourself and your loved one to a romantic and sensual evening
with a wonderful candlelit dinner and enjoy the food while listening to
the sound of the waves. The staff at On the Beach take great pleasure
in making your dining experience something that you will savour and
remember.
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330006-7
Mom Tri's Boathouse Regatta International
Royal Phuket Marina, Thepkrassattri Road, Koh Kaewwww.momtriphuket.com
Open daily 11:00-23:00, Closed Tuesdays | Tel: +66 (0)76 360855
Treat yourself to a fi ne dining occasion that calls for remarkable and fresh
ingredients such as ambiance, setting, service and food! Top up these
elements with a marina-side venue on the boardwalk of Royal Phuket
Marina with a view of luxury yachts and the extraordinary cuisine famous
to Mom Tri’s Boathouse Wine & Grill in Kata, but at a much lower price, and
there are the makings for an exceptional evening.
Mom Tri’s Boathouse Regatta boasts an elegant, modern décor that is
representative of yacht racing and regattas with signal fl ags, portholes and
other items symbolic of yachting on the white walls.
Boathouse favourites and new dishes from Maître-Cuisinier de France Chef
Jean-Noël Lumineau and Chef Tummanoon of Mom Tri's Boathouse Wine
& Grill are on the menu. The cuisine at the Boathouse Regatta is a fusion of
seafood and French Mediterranean cuisine with over 200 wines to match.
Set sail for a regatta – enjoy the food, wine and the views on the boardwalk!
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Into the Beach International
Into the Beach's contemporary open kitchen, sail-like roof and sand fl oor with its seaside location, embrace the philosophy of providing modern luxuries and facilities, while taking exceptional care of the environment.
The menu follows Six Senses’ Slow Life concept to promote the natural healthy way of life for body and soul. Slow Life philosophy is based on the balance of acronyms: sustainable, local, organic, wholesome, learning, inspiring, fun, experiences. It promotes a natural healthy way of life for body and soul and is focused on 'wholesome', which is an expression of harmony between all other elements. Slow Life inspires us to live our life to its full potential.
Slow Life is a lifestyle way of eating that can make you feel better about yourself. Food concepts include spa cuisine, organic, low carbohydrates, high protein diet, vegetarian, and raw food.
Enjoy a new style, right on the beach and Into the Beach.
Open daily 11:30-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 381010 ext 6
In Rawai, almost immediately opposite the Shell Museumwww.sixsenses.com
Climax @ Bangla International
Soi Bangla Square, rooftop of Absolute Bangla Suites.www.theclimax.net
Open daily 07:30-11:00, Bar till 2 am | Tel: +66 (0)82 636 4316
Climax Pool Dining & Music Lounge is located on the roof top of Patong’s newest design resort, Absolute Bangla Suites, and off ers an extensive variety of dining options and drinks, all while enjoying a bird’s eye view of Patong.
"We off er a new dining experience where you can enjoy the best Western dishes and seafood specialties complemented with our large wine selection and Climax signature drinks. All this while enjoying the sophisticated atmosphere and unique view of Patong from our rooftop,’’ says Stephen Bouwman, Operations Manager.
With many years experience in designing menus and organizing and catering functions in Phuket, Stephan has created a number of unique signature dishes as well as a fresh seafood menu plus imported beef and fresh sushi and sashimi and special homemade ice cream and desserts.
With a seating capacity of 78, a drinks menu numbering in the hundreds and a VIP room, which can be used as a separate function room for private, corporate and special functions, Climax off ers the ideal venue for any occasion.
The Siam Supper Club International
Open daily 18:00-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 270936
Outside the gates of Laguna at Tinlay Placewww.siamsupperclub.com
The Siam Supper Club is defi nitely an icon!! It screams the word. There are
few places in the world that provoke such a sense of time and place.
The venue is a long bar and grill that has become synonymous with the
cool of a bygone age still leaving it's sophisticated imprint. It's cool... in the
same way scotch on the rocks is cool. Beautiful... no glorious jazz fi lling the
few empty spaces. One of the most interesting collections of sepia black
and whites remain true to this same time and place.
When one is at The Siam Supper Club, one has to give up the mantle
of tourist or visitor and for a brief time assume the rank of resident or...
Phuketian. For when you're at The Siam Supper Club you are well and
truly placed in a subtley lit and timbered comfort zone where a cocktail
is still a cocktail damn it, the wines are big and the fabulous food reminds
you of how things used to be. Ah! The tropics!
Big wines. Fabulous food. Great music.
Limburi Bistro International
A new and innovative concept of dining has just arrived in Patong! An
open aired environment that is simply yet tastefully decorated and is
situated just above street level in the bustling centre provides the setting
for a leisurely dining occasion. Limburi Bistro off ers a medley of original
dishes that are a delight to the senses and marry Thai, Asian and Western
favourites.
Good things come in good packages! The Creamy Tom Yum Kung, a
blend of the traditional Thai prawn soup with a Western creamy soup
base is served in a coconut. Another signature dish is the Pineapple with
Fried Penne, a variant of Pineapple Fried Rice. A Japanese favourite, the
Tempura Wasabi Shrimp is served with a wasabi mayonnaise dressing.
Reminiscent of Japanese sushi with a Nori seaweed wrap, the Sweet
Sticky Rice with Mango Roll is a pleasing deep fried dessert.
With a central location in Patong minutes from Jungceylon, Limburi Bistro
off ers a superb and creative menu with dishes that are reasonably priced.
Open daily 07:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344059-60
First fl oor of Limburi Hometel, Rat-U-Thit Song Roi Pee Rd opposite Christin Massage.www.limburi.com
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White Box Modern Mediterranean/Asian
Past Novotel Resort after Sunset Resort on beach sidewww.whiteboxrestaurant.com
Open daily Mon-Sat 17-01:00, Sun 12-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 346271
Often the ideal dining and nightlife venue has an unsurpassed
beachfront setting with views of the Andaman Sea and the setting sun
at dusk. Once a house nestled on the beach and known to locals as
White Box due to its colour and shape, White Box off ers is now a two
and a half storey building that holds an outdoor rooftop bar and both
an outdoor and air conditioned dining area on the fi rst fl oor.
Superlative dishes such as the Pan Fried Rock Lobster and Foie Gras
wth cantaloupe, mango and apple salsa and lavender essence and the
Grilled Wagyu Beef Sirloin with grande escolha reduction, fi gs, plum and
mizuna salad are pleasing to the eye and tantalize the taste buds.
After dinner, move to the party upstairs and get a taste of Latino, Salsa,
Hip-Hop, R&B and more that White Box features on weekend nights.
A superlative beachside location with a lively social and nightlife scene,
an outstanding cuisine make White Box a venue to frequent.
Baan Yin Dee Fusion/International
Few destinations in the world can host an evening of enjoyment with sophisticated fl air and unrivalled ambience. Unprecedented luxury and comfort characterise Baan Yin Dee. “Warm Welcome Home”, the English translation of Baan Yin Dee, is an apt name for this upscale retreat that truly is to be discovered. Traditional Thai hospitality, the pleasing sounds of the piano and the superb dinner make for a relaxing occasion.
The international and fusion fl are at BYD come alive in the dishes so delicately prepared and presented. The Nasi Goreng Kampong, the Indonesian style fried rice served with chicken satay and shrimp crackers, topped with a fried egg and a signature dish, KO’s spicy sautéed pasta, a choice of pasta with asparagus, olives, Thai basil pesto sauce, peppers, dry chilli with seafood or chicken.
An upscale venue catering to tourists and locals alike, BYD provides an unsurpassed dining experience. With superb food, piano music and hospitality in a stylish environment, it doesn’t get any better than this.
Open daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-6 ext 5
Muean Ngern Road south end of Patongwww.baanyindee.com
Baluchi Indian
Open daily 13:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 292526, +66 (0)76 284555
Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to the Karon Football Stadiumwww.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Baluchi is located in the heart of Patong and in Karon yet the relaxed atmosphere of both restaurants with soft background Indian music, creates a great ambience to relish a hearty meal with your family or to entertain your friends or clients.
They take pride in using only authentic and fresh Indian spices, freshly ground in their kitchen and fresh, not frozen, meat. Homemade paneer (cottage cheese) and yoghurt, tandoori kebabs, naan and rotis, Mughlai curries and the best Indian long grain basmati rice dishes are just some of the specialties which their Indian master chef serves daily. One can taste the most mouth-watering tandoori kebabs in town, not to mention the variety of breads baked freshly in the tandoor or a delicious variety of prawn, chicken, mutton or vegetable biryani.
Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India. Karon is open 15:00 to 23:30 except Saturdays.
LIM's Restaurant & NINE Lounge and Bar Thai
Open daily 18:30-22:30 (Kitchen, Bar until late) | Tel: +66 (0)76 344834
From Kalim Beach Road, enter Soi 7 at Orchid Hotel and drive up the hill for 500 mwww.limsphuket.com
LIM’s at Kalim Bay is an elegant custom-designed restaurant and a gallery of bold, very abstract art, built on a tropical hillside garden beside one of Phuket’s few natural rivers. Call it a hidden treasure.
LIM’s has special off erings of generous portions that combine interesting textures and tastes. There’s a pomelo salad with shrimp that has a fresh, very clean taste. The slices of marinated duck breast rolled in cucumber are very light and match either the Australian or New Zealand red or white wines off ered on the menu. Traditional, popular curries can be found on the menu with large king prawns, chicken or duck and there’s a section for vegetarians.
Along with NINE Lounge and Bar, this is a restaurant to relax in, to take your time between courses and enjoy the company of your dinner companions. Until now, the pleasure of an evening at LIM’s, a favourite of Thai and expat residents, has spread mostly by discreet word of mouth as the chosen elegant hideaway for the discerning diner. Now the word is out.
Open 11:00 till late, Closed Sundays | Tel: +66 (0)76 256697
At the beginning of Phang Nga Road, close to the circle & marketwww.siamindigo.com
Set in the 'Heritage' part of Phuket Town, Siam Indigo represents all that is good about the area and the changes that are happening there.
Set up in 2006, Siam Indigo off ers a unique setup where works from local artists adorn the 90-year-old walls in the white table and chair dining room while the lounge/bar area sticks to a more modern style. Overall, Siam Indigo's décor is a successful marriage of old, atmospheric Chinese shophouse and eclectic art with a broad emphasis on space and light.
To the back of the restaurant is a Mexican hacienda-style patio featuring a quasi-open kitchen where diners can enjoy the evening breezes. Essentially, the décor refl ects the attitude of the owners: a healthy respect for the building's heritage with a leaning towards the contemporary.
Following the tradition of Asian cultures, the menu has been designed for sharing. Pass plates amongst friends and companions and embrace this custom!
Siam Indigo is registered in Thailand best restaurants Tatler guide for 2007-2008- 2009. Enjoy excellent Thai delicaties with some fusion creations. A “Phuketien night” with show is organized once a week for those who wish to experience the real Phuket life. Céline runs a great team and her enthusiasm is contagious.
Authentic Thai/FusionSiam Indigo
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they don't know how to ride and often don’t wear a helmet. They then say
that Thailand’s roads are unsafe, which may be true, but they don’t help.
How is Phuket from your point of view? Growing every year and despite
all of the diffi culties, will remain a very strong tourist destination for years to
come. I see it becoming more and more of a place for retirement.
How old are you? 48 this year.
What school do your kids go to? Headstart – a really great new school at an
aff ordable price, with a maximum of 15 children in each class.
How do you spend time with your family? Going to the beach and jet-
skiing, and before you ask, “No, I’ve never had a problem with the guys in
Karon who rent them.”
Who is the person who has most infl uenced you? My wife, who is
Japanese. She’s the calmest person I know.
Motto for life? Live it, and try not to regret anything.
Could you tell us about your lifestyle? Work hard and play hard. Enjoy the
children, family and friends.
Where is your favourite place in Phuket? Nai Harn Beach, it's such a great
location.
Are you involved in any local charities, clubs or associations? I’m a
member of IBAP, BBAP and the Chaîne Des Rôtisseurs but I’m not really active,
as the restaurant takes most of my time and any free nights I try to spend
with the family.
Where are you from originally? I’m from the UK, but I lived in France for
10 years and then 16 years in Switzerland although 80% of the time I
was travelling all over the world, for my business.
When did you move to Phuket? My wife and I have had a house here for
fi ve years, although we were living in Singapore. We decided to move here
permanently in January of this year.
Had you been here before? I’ve been coming to Phuket on vacation and for
seminars for over 20 years.
What made you decide to come and live here? I needed a change of pace
and lifestyle. I was travelling too much. I decided I needed an activity which
fi tted within a 30 kilometre radius instead of 30, 000. I’ve two young children
aged seven and fi ve, so spending time with them is important to me.
What did you do before you came to Phuket? I was the Executive Vice-
President, Sales and Marketing, for an international electronics company.
Did you come here intending to set up a business? Yes. Originally, I
wanted to set up a Japanese retirement community called Kiraku dedicated
only to Japanese retirees, who would stay for fi ve to seven years. However, it
was very diffi cult to raise the equity required. Then an opportunity came up
to buy the Da Vinci restaurant in Nai Harn. Both my partners and I liked the
place and we thought it deserved some investment and targeted marketing.
We set out to make it one of the best restaurants on the south of the island.
How long have you been running Da Vinci? Since January of this year.
Why did you choose the name ‘Da Vinci’? That was already the name. We
did not want to change it. We just completed the branding with the ‘vitruvian
man’ logo, which a lot of people recognise easily.
What problems did you face and how did you overcome them? Firstly,
we had to get the staff on our side, by taking care of them. Secondly, we had
to advertise. However, marketing will only get people in the door, one time. If
it’s good, customers will tell one or two people, if it's bad, they’ll tell everyone.
How do you approach your job? With an open mind and some trepidation.
I’ve never run a restaurant before and it’s a lot harder work than I ever
imagined.
What would you say is your motto for running the business? Keep it
simple but sophisticated. Hire good people, let them do their job, and be
there to help when needed.
Whereabouts do you live in Phuket? In Nai Harn. The south of the island is
still like all Thailand used to be.
What infl uenced your choice when you bought your house? Proximity to
the beach and the advice of the architect.
What do you like and dislike about living in Phuket? I love the overall
atmosphere of the island and Thailand in general. What I don't like is the way
tourists tend to behave here. They put their lives at risk renting motorcycles
People Profi le
For more information contact:
Da Vinci Restaurant 28/46 Moo 1, Nai Harn, Phuket (Opposite 711 on the road to Nai Harn Beach)
Tel: +66 (0)76 289574 Website: www.davinciphuket.com
Mark NorrisWe talk to Mark Norris, an international marketing executive who’s used his skills to transform Da Vinci from ‘just another restaurant’ into a Phuket icon, in less than a year. Their new V lounge is where you go to be seen.
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The Phuket International Blues Rock Festival began in December
2005 as a two-day event on the weekend before Christmas at
the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa. The reason those dates
were chosen originally, was because we wanted to add a positive
event, to off set the sadness associated with the upcoming tsunami
anniversary.
This year the festival will be huge – the event will see twelve acts in
total, with eight international bands imported for the occasion. It’s
a great party with tremendous music, plenty of food and drink and
other activities.
The event main headliner will be the legendary blues artist Charlie Musselwhite and his band from the United States. From the tiniest
blues clubs to the world's biggest festivals, Charlie has played
them all. Now he comes to Thailand for the fi rst time, and on
From Malaysia comes AkashA, a top-rated, world-famous band
playing music with a soulful theme.
Famed Latino blues meister Andy Gonzales (USA) joins for the fi rst
time along with Robert (One Man) Johnson (USA) and Bangkok’s
Retrovision.
By popular demand Rich Harper (USA) will return along with KNiKi from Australia. Our very own Tony Wilson and Rob Davies will also
be back with a top notch local band.
The festival is a charity event with funds donated to organisations
dedicated to providing schooling for under-privileged local children.
For 2010 the festival will support the Rotary Club of Patong, Phuket
and its local education program. The 2008 Festival DVD is available
so you can re-live the highlights of that previous show
Phuket International Blues Rock FestivalFeature Feature
Get ready for the fi fth Phuket International Blues Rock Festival 2010. The festival is presented by THAI Airways International, and is hosted by Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa. The event will take place on 26 - 27 February, 2010 in side the huge property of The Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa, Karon.
Saturday, February 27 he’ll play an exclusive concert closing the
2010 show. He featured, along with ‘everybody who's anybody’ in
the blues world, in Dan Aykroyd's hit movie, ‘Blues Brothers 2000’.
Charlie is a 40 plus-year veteran with more than 20 albums, 18 W.C.
Handy Awards and six Grammy nominations to his credit.
Australian Richard Clapton, fi nishing the acts on Friday, is one
of Australia's foremost musicians who emerged in the early
1970’s as a talented and ambitious singer-songwriter performing
in the ‘troubadour’ style, featured by artists such as Neil Young
and Jackson Browne. He paved the way for three generations of
songwriters to write about the experience of being Australian.
While not widely known outside of Australia, he’s been a
household name in that part of the world since 1975, when his
title song from ‘Girls on the Avenue’ topped the Australian charts.
35 years later he’s as popular as ever, and Friday, February 26 he
comes to Thailand exclusively to perform at the festival. Let there
be hordes of Girls on the Hilton Arcadia Avenue to welcome one
of Australia’s top rock 'n’ roll musicians and his band!
PHUKET INTERNATIONAL BLUES ROCK FESTIVALFebruary 26 - 27 @ Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa
Advance tickets are available now from ThaiTicketMajor.com and
from February 14th. with two diff erent prices from numerous
locations around Phuket. See website or posters for details:
- 1,500 Baht for the two-day event at the gate; only THB 1,000
when purchased in advance
- 3,500 baht for the two day VIP pass at the gate; only 3,000 baht
when purchased in advance. VIP pass includes access to the
Festival V.I.P. area and lounge with free fl ow beer and wine.
SEE YOU AT THE HILTON ARCADIA,26 - 27 February, 2010!
For an update on acts and schedule contact
Andy Andersen, Festival Director
Tel: +66 (0) 86 682 2639; email: [email protected]
Web: www.phuketbluesfestival.com
SCHEDULE Thursday, February 25, 2010:
15:00• Robert One-Man Johnson (USA) in the Hilton Arcadia
hotel lobby crossroads
22:00• Festival Warm-Up Session @ Tai Pan night club, Patong
Friday, February 26, 2010:
15:00• AkashA (Malaysia) Acoustic World Music in the hotel
lobby
17:00• Main Gates open – darts, other games and plenty of
food and drink
18:00• Robert (One-Man) Johnson (USA), Retrovision
(Bangkok), Andy Gonzales (USA) and the Rockin’ Angels,
Rich Harper (USA) and Richard Clapton Australia)
Saturday, February 27, 2010:
15:00• Robert One-Man Johnson (USA) in the hotel lobby
crossroads
17:00• Main Gates open – darts, other games and plenty of
food and drink
17:30• AkashA World Music (Malaysia), George Cordeiro and
the Fai JangBlues Gang (USA), the Prodigal Sons
(Norway), the Groove Doctors and Friends (Phuket),
KNiKi (Australia) and Charlie Musselwhite (USA)
Photo courtesy of Henri Musselwhite
Photos courtesy of Dan Miles & Stephan Audiger
Photo courtesy of Royal Eastern Beverage
Photo courtesy of Royal Eastern Beverage
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Bobby Duchowny studied aromatherapy – a healing art that promotes
massage, when combined with specifi c herb and spice oils, as a method
to reduce stress, boost energy and heal certain physical ailments – at the
American Aromatherapy Association.
Some years ago while on holiday in Thailand, he visited an organic farm in
Petchaboon province and became interested in the natural healing properties
of Thai herbs and spices.
“I was particularly attracted to lemon grass as it was used in many popular
Thai foods, as a medicine for stomach disorders and even as a repellent for
mosquitoes,” he recalls.
Bobby used lemon grass as his signature herb to create a line of essential oils,
face and body creams, shower gels and bath crystals, which he and his wife
Palita sold at Bangkok’s world-famous Weekend Market.
What started, several years ago, as a modest enterprise has blossomed into
a successful operation off ering over 90 oils and a wide range of body care
products through many outlets, as well as supplying many of Thailand’s top
resorts and spas with aromatherapy oils.
“Our advantage is that we produce the freshest spa products and our stock is
never kept longer than three months; using fresh spa products can be likened
to eating fresh food rather than processed food.”
Lemongrass HouseTo visit this home of award-winning spa oils, creams, soaps and so many other exquisite products is a delight. The aromas are enchanting. At Lemongrass, you can enjoy a spa treatment to sample and choose from their huge range, then take home your choice to enjoy at your leisure. They even have a great range of kid’s spa products.
Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 271233
10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100Website: www.lemongrasshouse.com Spa
Based on his years of experiences at some of the top spas in Southeast Asia,
Bobby has developed a full line of healthy skin care products. For example, his
hydrating face and body creams have 25 per cent aloe vera, white orchid and
cucumber extracts. And he’s developed a revitalizing mineral muscle soak made
from Andaman Sea salt crystals, blended with white orchid and chamomile
extracts, to help draw out impurities and soothe and revive tense muscles.
“People are sensitive to diff erent scents at diff erent times of day. It’s a good
idea to get a variety of essential oils and experiment with what smells and
feels good to you,” he says. “Our aromatherapy massage and body oils can
be either uplifting or calming to the spirit. They’re carefully balanced hand-
blended oils created by adding pure essential oils to nourishing, vitamin E
enriched, sweet almond and jojoba base oils.
Lemongrass has won many awards, including Condé Nast Hot List 2007, and
has been featured in several top magazines, including Time Magazine’s “Best
of Asia”. According to Time, “If you want to smell like no one else, try mixing a
selection from the more than 90 natural scents at Lemongrass House.”
Lemongrass House is located in Cherngtalay, Surin Beach and Chalong, where
you can buy their full range of spa products at modest prices, making perfect
gifts for friends and family who can enjoy the aromatic scents of Asia in the
privacy of their homes – no matter where in the world they live.
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Open daily 9:00 – 22:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 236663, +66 (0)76 236056367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100Email: [email protected] Website: www.theroyalspa.com
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The Royal SpaTo experience The Royal Spa is to feel the true beauty of nature and refl ect on the power of body, mind and spiritual connections.
The Royal Spa and Health ClubIn the heart of bustling Phuket Town lies a quiet haven of heavenly peace.
With the continuous sounds of water, trickling, bubbling and steaming, and
with the sweet fruity scents that fi ll the air, the being is enticed into a fl owing
stillness of body and mind.
The Royal Spa and Health Club is a popular tropical day spa with both locals
and visitors alike, which is managed by the Royal Spa Development and
Management Company. With an excellent reputation in the spa development
industry through its experience and attention to detail, the Royal Spa and
Health Club off ers a distinctly personal experience.
Of the signature treatments, the Royal Stone Therapy is one that is particularly
interesting. The Hot Stone massage technique, founded 5000 years ago, uses
black volcanic stones, which are heated and placed on the body, producing a
profound eff ect, stilling the mind and easing the body.
Unlike many of the high-end spa complexes on the island, which market
themselves exclusively to tourists, the reasonable prices and relaxed but
professional staff at the Royal Spa, means that many local Thais, as well as
tourists, are beginning to use the spa. This has helped to erase the often stiff ,
and over-formal atmosphere at many of Phuket’s spa resorts, giving the Royal
Spa an ambience of authentic relaxation and pleasure.
All the therapists working at the Royal Spa have been trained at the in-house
'Phuket Spa Academy', established in 2004, to provide a comprehensive spa
training course. The curriculum and assessments provide a measurement of
therapist expertise and knowledge within the Thai spa industry. Since then,
the Royal Spa Development and Management Company have provided
comprehensive and professional spa management, and development
programs, for spa retreats throughout Thailand. Their aim is to provide a
standard of service and expertise throughout the Thai spa industry, to ensure
a high quality of service and standard of treatment, throughout Thailand. It
truly off ers the ‘one stop services for Thai spa business’ and a quality of
relaxed professionalism, rarely found in luxury spa resorts.
Some treatments & packages at The Royal Spa
Prices range from 1,200 to 6,500 Baht
The Royal Ayurvedic Massage 90 min
Ayurvedic Massage or Abhyanga is a full body massge with medicated oils
to balance specifi c conditions.
Hot Stone Massage 90 min
Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage that uses black volcanic heated
stones to make you feel deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the
stress that is held within your body.
The Royal Signature package 4 hrs
The Royal Honey Body Treatment (scrub and wrap)
The Royal Experience Massage
The Royal Facial
Milky Bath
This Privilege applies to the 12 following locations:
The Royal Spa & Health Club, Phuket Town
The Royal Spa Ao chalong Villa Resort& Spa, Ao Chalong
The Royal Spa Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort, Karon
The Royal Spa Karon Seasands Resort & Spa, Karon
The Royal Spa The Village Resort & Spa, Karon
The Royal Spa The Front Village, Karon
The Royal Spa Sugar Palm Resort & Spa, Kata
The Royal Spa @ Malisa Villa Suites, Kata
The Royal Spa The Beach Boutique House, Kata
The Royal Spa Absolute Sea Pearl Beach Resort & Spa, Patong
The Royal Spa Absolute Patong Ville Resort, Patong
The Royal Spa Bel Air Panwa, Rawai
BUY 1 GET 1 FREE AT EVERY BRANCH
Right now The Royal Spa have 12 branches that are managed in resorts
in Patong, Kata, Karon, Panwa, Ao Chalong and Phuket Town and you are
welcome to experience our spas with us anytime. As a special for our 8th year
anniversary, we off er 'BUY ONE GET ONE FREE' value.
Spa
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Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My
fi rst feeling when I stepped through
the impressive gates of the Sukko spa
was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are
dressed beautifully in traditional Thai
style and the spa design, infl uenced by
the ancient Siamese capital, creates a
haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I
had left all my troubles behind.
Chilled out by the soothing background
music, my mind was fi lled with a
peaceful wellbeing as I enjoyed the
warm traditional welcome (again from
Sukko culture) of the ‘Flower Floating
Ritual’ – similar to ‘Loy Kratong’, where
the idea is to fl oat away past stresses
and wish for luck and joy from that
moment on.
A variety of 40 spa treatments – prepared by Sukko's certifi ed Thai Herbalist
and based on ancient Thai medical theory – is off ered at Sukko, in packages
lasting from 2 hours to 4 hours. Each package has a specifi c purpose and can
be selected to suit your lifestyle or the way you feel on the day. These herbal
recipes and procedures have been handed down through generations and are
totally free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colouring. Some of the
herbs and spices are grown in Sukko’s own herb garden and picked just for your
treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be.
I was pampered with the ‘All-Soother’ package, a 2 1/2 hour experience that
left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This four-treatment combination began
with 30 minutes in the steam room and the Jacuzzi, followed by a Thai Turmeric
Body Scrub designed to soften your skin and awaken your senses. The scrub
was followed by a traditional Thai massage, the pressure applied gently but
fi rmly. "Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling?" my therapist
asked me from time to time. “Mmm… perfect…” were the only responses
that seemed to suit how I felt. My last step, which came all too soon, was the
Thai Herb Purifying Facial Treatment, using creams and herbs that left my face
feeling smooth and glowing – and even looked good enough to eat!
Sukko Spa’s restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique concept:
"Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Element". For those who want to
exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of fi tness opportunities,
including ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ (the hermit self
stretching), a traditional Thai exercise or, for
something more strenuous, try ‘Muay Thai
Chaiya’, a traditional and eff ective art of self-
defense. Parents who come to Sukko to relax
can leave their kids at Suk Zon Kid's Club,
where they will enjoy with a variety of fun yet
safe activities.
Sukko Spa, one of Phuket’s most luxurious spas,
is located on Chaofa Road just 30 minutes from
Phuket International Airport, 10 minutes from
Phuket Town, 30 minutes from Kata or Karon
Beach and 20 minutes from Patong Beach. It
is creatively designed in a contemporary Thai
style, set amongst 15 rai (6 acres) of luxuriously
landscaped tropical forest.
Sukko Cultural Spa
Heaven of Silk 180 min
The particles of Thai silk powder are so small that they can be easily
absorbed through the skin, helping to nourish and maintain it completely.
This is a four-step treatment with Royal Thai Silk Body Mask, Wild Honey Milk
Floral Bath, Aromatherapy Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Spa and Tea
for Time.
Relaxing Pleasure 150 min
Steam/Jacuzzi, Serenity Aromatherapy Body Massage, Stimulating Foot
Massage, Tea for Time.
Scent Lovers 150 min
Steam/Jacuzzi, Herbal Salt Body Scrub, Rose of Love Bath, Sweet Memory
Aromatherapy Body Massage, Tea for Time .
Luxurious Desire 240 min
Steam/Jacuzzi, Golden Sugar Body Scrub, Wild Honey Milk Bath, Jasmine
Night Aromatherapy, Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Treatment,
Stimulating Foot Massage, Tea for Time
Morning Glory Half Day
Let the traditional Thai way of life awaken your senses and bless your soul.
Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My fi rst feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of the Sukko spa was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design, infl uenced by the ancient Siamese capital, creates a haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I had left all my troubles behind.
Some treatments & packages at Sukko Spa
Location
Open daily 9:00 – 22:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 263222, +66 (0)76 2645335/10 Chaofa-West Rd., Thumbon Vichit, Muang, Phuket, Phuket 83100Email: [email protected] Website: www.sukkospa.comSpa
Start with a traditional Sukko culture and be welcomed by the ‘Flower
Floating Ritual’. Float away past stress and plan for a new bliss, followed by
a spa consultation of ‘Love Celebration Package’, a ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ lesson,
Herbal Steam and Jacuzzi and a Thai Massage. Then relax with ‘Tea for Time’
and a healthy snack before indulging in the Thai set menu for Longevity
(Recommended) at the Suk Savoey restaurant.
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SUKKO SPA
Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 340138
41 Taweewongse Road, Patong Beach, PhuketEmail: [email protected] Website: www.impiana.com Spa
Finding a spa in Patong is easy. But if you want fi rst-class tropical treatments
in a superb beachfront setting, your choice is very limited. Fortunately, the
newly-opened Swasana Spa at Impiana Phuket Cabana Resort & Spa, provides
the perfect answer. With two luxurious treatment rooms for couples, complete
with private steam room and oversize twin Jacuzzi, one single treatment rooms
and two beachfront Thai Massage rooms, Swasana Spa is unique in Patong –
blending sublime treatments with a spectacular beachside location.
Whether you’re suff ering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated
commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for a slice of tropical
relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way
to start.
My journey began with a Herbal Steam treatment in the aromatic steam room.
Great for cleaning the pores and clearing the mind. Then out of the steam
into the warm Jacuzzi for two, sipping a cool ginger tea while nature’s healing
power eases away aches and stress.
Already beginning to relax, I moved on to the Swasana Salt Scrub, the spa’s
signature body treatment. My 2 therapists started with a gentle scrub, using
tropical salt and tamarind to remove the dead skin cells, leaving my skin feeling
smooth and silky.
Gearing up the sense of total relaxation, and gearing down even further my
stress levels, I next experienced the signature massage – a combination of
Lomi-Lomi and Aromatherapy techniques and principles. Lomi Lomi, also called
‘Loving Hands’, derives from ancient Polynesian massage using long continuous,
fl owing strokes to get deeply into tired muscles. Aromatherapy, using essential
oils to stimulate or relax, is the perfect complement. While my therapists’ hands
worked their magic on my body, I felt I had
left all my worldly cares and tension behind.
By now in sensory heaven, the Sawasana
angels prepared me for a Rejuvenating
Anti-Stress Facial. A blend of facial massage
with natural creams, this treatment cleansed
and rejuvenated my skin and facial muscles.
With all my senses heightened, I detected
the fragrance of guava fruit – good enough
to eat, but alas just one of the natural
ingredients in the creams my therapist was
using. This one is a must for anyone thinking
of having a ‘face lift’!
Swasana SpaWhether you’re suff ering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for a slice of tropical relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way to start.
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The Royal Swasana 4.5 hrs
The Signature Collection combines the fi nest of the Swasana Spa
treatments: 5 steps, with Jacuzzi, Swasana Salt Scrub, Thai Herbal Wrap,
Swasana Massage, Choice of Facial Treatment (Aloe Vera Facial or
Rejuvenating Anti-Stress Facial).
Princess of the Andaman 3.5 hrs
A must for any discerning visitor to Thailand: Jacuzzi, Coff ee Scrub,
Aromatherapy Massage, Rejuvenating Anti-Stress facial.
Siam Paradise 2 hrs
Perfect for the active at heart and guaranteed to enliven and awaken, with
Herbal Steam and Siam Aroma Therapy Massage.
Some treatments & packages at the Swasana Spa
Prices range from 2,250 to 7,650 Baht
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The spacious guest bedroom features a private deck area with a lush tropical garden, a substantial walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite bathroom with a vanity sink and toilet. An indoor shower and an outdoor waterfall shower harmonise with lush tropical landscaped surroundings.
A covered car port, laundry room, utilities room and storage spaces, will ensure your maximum comfort and will complete this exceptional tropical villa.
All villas are air-conditioned and fi tted with wardrobes and Western-style kitchen and appliances. Exceptional quality throughout each villa gives that 5-star residence.
For your convenience and safety, gated access with 24-hour on-site security, garbage removal and pest control, gardening and irrigation and street and garden lighting are included in all common areas.
All villas are designed to capture natural light and panoramic mountain views, accentuating the essence of a tropical utopia.
A rental management programme yeilding a return of 8% per annum is available for buyers.
Where could be more convenient than adjacent to the world famous Laguna Resorts. This is a 5-star location with neighbours the Banyan Tree, the Sheraton and its golf courses. It is just 5 minutes to the tranquil white sandy beaches of Layan and Bangtao and with easy access to Phuket International Airport, 15 minutes to the north. A wide range of international shopping, international hospitals and the British International School are also only about 15 minutes away.
In terms of lifestyle, residents at Villas Aelita will be spoiled for choice, with many local restaurants and pubs, plus golf and many other activities close by.
An exclusive estate of just seven high quality 2, 3 and 4 bedroom Balinese style pool villas. Each individual villa is being specifi cally designed and constructed to create the contemporary fusion of western technology with Asian styling.
The stylish and contemporary fl oor plan for each villa features a Balinese entrance with stepping stones leading over a lotus pond that provides an appealing access to the formal entrance. Once in the living/dining room, one is immediately struck by the expansive view over the pool, the waterfall and the lush tropical garden. Not only is the view aesthetically pleasing, it allows the villa owner to see instantly what is happening around the villa.
The living room links to the master bedroom via a glass walkway that has a delightful view over the pool. The spacious master bedroom has a substantial walk-in wardrobe, a private deck at pool level with stepping stones over the deluxe pool to a sala surrounded by water − truly a liaison of luxury to relax with nature.
The en-suite bathroom features 'his and hers' vanity sinks, a toilet and an inside waterfall shower. The bathroom fl oor steps down into the lush tropical garden with a romantic outside shower and bathtub, off ering a cozy area with champagne and candles to romantically complete a perfect day in tropical Phuket.
Villas Aelita Phuket A C C E N T U A T I N G T H E E S S E N C E O F A T R O P I C A L U T O P I A
For further information contact:
John Antony Group Co., Ltd
101/6 Moo3, Thepkrasattri, Thalang, Phuket, 83110 Thailand
Tel/Fax: +66 (0)76 512717 Mobile: +66 (0)84 731 1036, +66 (0)85 227 5608
Email: [email protected] Website: www.villas-aelita-phuket.com
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Banyan Tree
Banyan TreeGolf Court
BANGTAO BEACH
Srisoonthorn Rd.
Sheraton
Don Chom Tao Rd.To HeroinesMonument
To Surin Beach
To Thalang
To Naithon
Six Senses Spa
The Touch of Beauty
Pamper yourself with a touch of beauty, allowing you to indulge in the herbal
recipes specifi cally designed for beauty and vitality. Therapies include body
treatments, facial treatments, bath rituals, and hand and foot care.
The Touch of Well-Being
An integration of body and mind to promote good health and well-being,
allowing your to reach a deeper state of relaxation and connect with your own
inner-self.
Six Senses Purifi cation Program
This programme caters to the needs of today’s educated wellness seeker
looking for cleansing toxins and purifying their mind, body and soul to optimize
their daily enjoyment of life
Our aim is to off er our clients a new kind of spa experience, one that is truly holistic, tailor-made and designed to rejuvenate and energise, and ultimately provide the knowledge, tools and support that is required to create a better quality of life for all.
Some treatments & packages at Six SensesPrices range from 2,000 to 10,000 Baht
20% discount for Shop WINDOW on Lifestyle readers
Location
Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7100 Vised Road, Moo 2, Rawai 83130Email: [email protected] Website: www.sixsenses.comSpa
The winner of several international awards including the Luxury Travel & Style
Magazine, Australia as 10th Place Best Overseas Spa 2009, the luxuriously
appointed spa at Evason Phuket Resort & Spa is spread over three fl oors
and sets a new standard in spa design. The Six Senses Spa provides a
relaxing and revitalising experience as well as healing treatments and off ers
a comprehensive menu of signature treatments and specialist practitioner
programmes for holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty. Using only
natural products including therapeutic quality essential oils as the basis of the
aromatherapy skincare products for most of the face and body treatments,
skilled therapists create sensory journeys to rejuvenate and balance the senses.
The aim of the spa is to off er clients a new kind of spa experience, one that
is truly holistic, tailor-made and designed to rejuvenate and energise and
ultimately provide the knowledge, tools and support that is required to create
a better quality of life for all. It is our mission to deliver spa experiences that are
both unique and memorable, and very much beyond expectations.
The pyramid of six spheres used to identify Six Senses Spas, represents the
philosophy that is fundamental to the human experience whereby the
foundation spheres represent the three primary senses of sight, sound and
touch. The second level balances upon this foundation by satisfying the more
acute senses of taste and smell. The apex sphere symbolizes a sense of elation
discovered only by balancing the fi rst fi ve - the unique experience of all senses
elevated beyond expectations.
Six Senses has created a body temple
incorporating the principles of feng shui
using fi re and water, which delights beyond
all expectations. The spa is open and
spacious in design, utilising the beautiful
outdoors for Asian style treatments and
indoor treatment rooms for specialised and
signature therapies. Couples treatment
rooms with sunken Jacuzzis are available for
mini day and day package getaways or a la
carte treatments.
All guests participate in a health assessment prior to the fi rst treatment so that
needs are identifi ed and maximised results are achieved. A great importance is
placed on the relaxation element of the spa experience and guests may stay in
the spa to enjoy the sauna and herbal steam or rest in grass roofed salas.
The Sense Spa endeavours to deliver experiences that are memorable and
unique and and that exceed expectations. Discover a range of treatments to
choose from and with advice from therapists, fi nd options of body and beauty
care, mind and body balancing and juice and herbal remedies.
To City
To Kata & KaronTo Nai Harn
Shell MuseumRAWAI
ChalongCircle
To Bypass Rd.
To PierRAWAIBEACH
To PromthepCape
SIX SENSESSPA
Evason Phuket &Six Senses Spa
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The GE Simon 3 Smart Wireless system is a very “intelligent”
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would expect from a large international company.
For more information contact:
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With six user entry passwords, the Simon 3 system can
help you to ensure the safety of your family as the system
can be programmed to call you if one of your children or
an elderly family member has not arrived back home at
a predetermined time. This is a great facility for the busy
working family and only found in high level security
systems.
GE Simon 3 Intruder or fi re or panic alarms will send
phone messages giving details of what and where the
alert originated from, allowing a much more intelligent
response to the alarm.
GE Simon 3 is both attractive in design and easy to
install by our qualifi ed and professional engineers. Being
wireless, there are no ugly wires and units can be fi tted
in the most eff ective locations making for effi cient
operation.
Central Monitoring is available as an option to ensure
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KATA HILL TOP : Brand new home fully furnished 2 bedrooms, 2 storeys, 2 balconies, 350 sqm land and space for pool but will have communal pool plus garden, 130 sqm living space. You buy direct from the builder.
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LOCH PALM : Last remaining 2 bedroom resale, 450 sqm land, 140 sqm living space inside high class golf estate. Bargain price, unfurnished, on the Loch Palm Golf Course. A unique property!!
Golf Course View Pool Villa 10m THB
RAWAI : Superior off er: only 50 metres from Rawai Beach, superior beach and sea view from 2 metres high (picture), Chanote title, ready to be build on, easy access, water and electricity in place, perfect location near pier. For sale at bottom price.
900 Sqm Beach Front Land 6.5m THB
NAI YANG : Fully furnished, 4 bedrooms, 296 sqm living area, pool villa + self contained guest house on 1.5 Rai of road front land + Villa Project ready to start building on 1 Rai of sea view land. Fast sale agreed according to divorce documents.
Super Bargain Property 12m THBSuperior Sea View Home 11.5m THB
100 Million Thai Baht Commission
IF YOU FIND THE BUYER FOR THIS HOTEL : High end 170 room boutique beach front resort hotel, 14 Rai of land, shopping plaza on tropical beach. Successful running business. Sale for private family reasons. selling price 1.6 billion Thai Baht.
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Property Sales
Mai Khao, Phuket 7m THB/Rai
BEACH FRONT
44-3-0 Rai
(Chanote title)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
1-3-13 Rai
(Nor Sor 3 Gor)
FLAT LAND
6-0-13.3 Rai
(Chanote title)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
87 sq.wah (348 sqm)
(Nor Sor 3 Gor)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
Subdivided from 1 rai
(Chanote title)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
7-0-57.2 Rai
(Chanote title)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
1-0-37.8 Rai
(Chanote title)
Namkem, Phang Nga 3m THB/Rai
Patong, Phuket 10m THB
Patong, Phuket 6.2m THB
East Coast, Phuket 75m THB/Rai
East Coast, Phuket 7m THB/Rai
BEACH FRONT
14-3-84 Rai
(Nor Sor 3)
FLAT LAND
3-0-8.3 Rai
(Chanote title)
Kho Lhoan 60m THB Baan Don, Phuket 8m THB
BEACH FRONT
300 Rai
(Chanote title)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
4-0-10 Rai
(Nor Sor 3 Gor)
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
11-2-11 Rai
(Chanote title)
Kata, Phuket 44m THB
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Email: [email protected]: www.phuket-villas.com
Paklok, Phuket 3.5m THB/Rai Chalong,Phuket From5.6mTHB/rai
Layan, Phuket 11.5m THB/Rai
Oxygen is essential to life, just as location is essential to good living. Situated in Bangtao, on the west coast of Phuket. Oxygen home owners can
enjoy the convenience of living in a tranquil area just walking distance to the
beach, maintaining an island-community feel, yet with shops, restaurants and
entertainment for the adventurous never far away.
Phase 1 of Oxygen Condominium Bangtao is now complete. The unique duplex
condominium concept is a suitably stylish addition to the chic Bangtao Beach
area, off ering a special tropical living experience in a secure and secluded
resort-like residence. Perfect as a fi rst or second home for couples and small
families, each of the complete two-storey homes comes fully furnished with
tasteful décor and is fully equipped with every necessary appliance. These
homes are designed to be spacious and practical to make the most of living
in the tropics with the living area and master bedroom opening out onto a
wooden sun deck, swimming pool and garden.
Oxygen Condominiums are designed with simple yet stylish comfort and
convenience in mind, giving you the freedom to live the way you feel most
at ease.
The homes are nestled in a beautifully landscaped secure compound with a
car park and has a lively central common area, which includes a gym. Each
homeowner can also choose to enjoy the seclusion of their own tropical
garden and private swimming pool. Covered walkways provide shade and
shelter from the rain when going out and residents’ security is assured with
guards on duty round-the-clock.
Living here is like spending every day at a beach-side resort. Residents have easy
access to the beach or can simply choose to relax at home in luxurious seclusion
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There has been an overwhelmingly positive response since the rental
program began last October, spurning a vibrant resort-like atmosphere at the
condominium, which has also given rental program participants substantial
returns on their investments.
Oxygen condominium Bangtao consisted of 26 units, 15 units in phase 1 and
11 units in phase 2. These 3 – 4 Bedrooms condominium-style units have been
meticulously designed with contemporary couples and families in mind. Each
duplex has and 8 to 15 meter private pool in a secluded garden with sundecks
surround by a high wall on a 300 Sqm. Plot.
The rental program is professionally-run by The Two Villas Holiday management
team, ensuring home owners and visitors consistently receive high standards
of service.
Those who sign a booking contract before the end of January 2010 will receive
a special off er on limited units.
Oxygen Condominium Co., Ltd.
by
Oxygen Sales Offi ce
Tel : +66 (0)81 970 0742
Email : [email protected]
Website : www.twovillas.com
Simply all you need for essentially stylish island living
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Email: [email protected]: www.phuket-villas.com
Villa 21.5m THBVilla 80m THB
Villa 38 m THB Villa 34m THB
SURIN : A luxurious Thai villa with stunning sea views across Surin and Bangtao Bays. Each of the 4 bedrooms has a sea view and en suite bathrooms. Western kitchen, beautiful courtyard gardens with infi nity edge swimming pool.
KHAO KHAD : A superb 4 bedroom family residence in Cape Panwa. There is a 40 sq m infi nity swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and sala. Only 70 metres from the beach and commanding superb westerly views across Chalong Bay.
PATONG : Luxury 4-bedroom villa located on a gentle hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea. Four storey villa in a quiet area, modern style with beautiful design and just 5 minutes from Patong Beach.
KOH KAEW : 5-bedroom family pool villa on 776 sqm of land plot and 513 sqm of usable area. Close to the British Curriculum International School, marinas. Just 20 mins from the airport and 10 mins from hospital and shopping.
Villa from 11.2m THB
MA NIK : Lively community of 19 beautiful homes situated along the canal on a serene landscape. The tropical modern villas are well designed and blend nicely with the tropical garden on a 216 to 754 sqm piece of land.
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Email: [email protected]: www.phuket-villas.com
Condominium from 6.6m THB
MAI KHAO : Luxury condominium apartments, villas and town homes, which off er residents full resort facilities that will include Phuket's fi rst Water Park.
KHAO KHAD : A spacious 3-bedroom beach front condo located on a prime beach. The unit has a very large terrace and full-length sliding glass doors to take full advantage of the stunning view.
KHAO KHAD : Dheva Buri off ers 24 seaview apartments. The project comprises six magnifi cent 2 storey Thai-Lanna style buildings. Each contains 4 spacious 2 or 3 bedroom apartments and a private swimming pool.
KARON : Incorporates the best of Thai and Italian design, creating a modern style that refl ects the best of the two cultures. The developer sets rigorous standards to ensure the highest quality of the development.
Apartment 14.2m THB
Villa 11.5m THB
Condominium from 3.4m THB
Condominium from 32m THB
Condominium from 14m THB
KATA : 2-bedroom apartment designed in a contemporary style with emphasis on comfort and tranquility, only two minutes walk to white sandy Kata Beach.
BOAT LAGOON : Three storey townhouse consisting of 3 bedrooms/4 bathrooms. Western kitchen with fully equipped, dining and living area looking out to the water.
PATONG : Seven storey modern boutique condominium located just 500 m from the beach. Features studios and one to three bedroom apartments at an aff ordable price. Facilities are comprised of a swimming pool, fi tness centre.
BANGTAO : This absolute oceanfront four bedroom villa occupies a prime location on a west coast headland and provides stunning views over the ocean and across to the picturebook beauty of Bangtao and Layan beaches .
KATA : Luxury condominium located on the west coast, right on the oceanfront, facing stunning and uninterrupted sunset views of the Andaman Sea. The site is between Kata & Karon Beach. Excellent holiday homes and villa rentals.
KAMALA : This new property is located hillside with stunning ocean views. The beach is just across the road. This complex off ers resort style facilities - large swimming pool, club house, and spa. Great for exotic living!
Villa 89m THB
SURIN : A luxurious Thai style villa with absolutely stunning sea views across Surin and Bang Tao Bays, set on a hillside at Ayara Surin.The villa features 4 bedrooms, all with sea view.
Condominium from 7.6m THB
KATA : A superior condominium residence with magnifi cent west-facing views overlooking Kata Bay. The size of each apartment ranges from 105 to 170 sqm. Each master bedroom commands a sea view.
CHALONG : Luxury Villas Residence, tastefully decorated, nestled on a hillside seventy metres above sea level. Each villa provides a stunning view of Chalong Bay and the yachts of serenity, especially in the early morning.
Villa from 35 m THB
Rentals
4 Bedrooms from 65,000 THB
LAGUNA : A newly fi nished house near Laguna. Just a few minutes drive from Laguna Phuket and 5 minutes from Bangtao Beach. A single storey pool villa consisting of 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms and swimming pool. Long term rental only.
Rentals
Rentals
Rentals
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Rentals
5 Bedrooms from 55,000 THB
3 Bedrooms from 7,000 THB
CHALONG : An English style country house is hidden peacefully in a quietly developed area of Chalong by where Tesco Lotus Park. Nice restaurants are just minutes drive away. Short & Long Term.
BETWEEN RAWAI & NAIHARN : Absolute beach front villa with a wonderful unique breath taking panoramic sea view with 3 bedrooms. Located between Rawai and Nai Harn not far from Promthep viewpoint. Short & Long Term.
4 Bedrooms from 85,000 THB
KATHU : The attractive courtyard villas at Loch Palm Golf Course, set across three separate buildings, a garden and a private swimming pool. Villa has 4 large bedrooms and is fully furnished. Short & Long term.
3 Bedrooms from 30,000 THB
RAWAI : A modern 2-bed ground fl oor apartment located only minutes from Rawai Beach. The apartment is set in a private compound with communal gardens and pool. The apartment is fully furnished. Short & Long Term.
3-4 Bedroooms from 80,000 THB
CAPE PANWA : 3-4 bedroom villas in a beach front location with unsurpassed ocean views. Shared 18m pool and set in delightful tropical gardens. Peaceful and convenient Cape Panwa location. Short & Long term.
Condominium 20m THB
Condominium 3.8m THBApartment from 14.2m THB
Villa 15,060,240 US Dollar
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Email: [email protected] Website: www.phuket-landandhomes.com
Kamala 100,000 THB/month Fabulous Town Home 120,000 THB/monthEast Coast Luxury Apartment 8.5m THB
Luxurious Pool Villa 24m THB Luxury Thai Villa 79m THBLaguna Home 28.5m THB
Phuket Land & Homes Property Consultants
LAGUNA : 604 sqm, 4bedrooms/3bathrooms. Reduced Price from 33m THB. Pool, pavilion and garden. Perfect for families and group of friends.
LAGUNA : This villa features 6 bedrooms on a land plot of 2,000 sqm. Practical luxury designed, private, comfortable and secure. Fully equipped western kitchen, large living area and pool. Golf view.
KAMALA : This stunning ocean view apartment at The Plantation development in Kamala is available for short term and long term rental. A place where the pace of life is soothing. A place where you can simply just be.
EAST COAST : Luxury apartment with stunning views over Phang Nga Bay. Close to Ao Po Grand Marina, Mission Hills and Blue Canyon Golf Club.
BANGTAO BEACH : 3 bedroom luxurious pool villa. Private and only 250 metres to Bangtao Beach. Fully equipped, western kitchen, high celling and large swimming pool.
LAGUNA : Long term rental only, 1 year, at 120,000 THB per month. This town home boasts a possible 5 bedrooms. Built on one of the largest land plots with twice the standard frontage onto the golf course aff ording a beautiful view.
Rentals
Rentals
Both airports have had their share of criticism over the years; usually justifi ed.
Suvarnarbhumi, in particular, seems sometimes to have gone out of its way,
to be inconvenient and uncomfortable. It’s easy to criticize of course, and
even when problems are identifi ed it takes time, and above all money, to put
things right. The eff ort is still a work in progress, but at least it is progress. I
don’t know who is responsible for the all this but in fairness one would have
to say that the much-maligned Airports Authority of Thailand [AOT] can at
least step forward now, and take a small bow. Let’s run the rule over both
operations and see what’s changed.
When Suvarnabhumi fi rst opened four years ago, it was a disaster. Basically,
it began operations when the infrastructure was unfi nished and the systems
untested – a case of politicians not professionals, calling the shots.
The Arrivals hall was like one gigantic rugby scrum. Passengers, friends
meeting them, legitimate hotel and tour representatives all rubbed shoulders
energetically with a totally unregulated bunch of con artists and spivs. In spite
of costing a pretty penny, the baggage handling system just didn’t work. So
there you were – bags lost, pushed and shoved, baffl ed and bewildered and
getting ripped off by an unlicenced limo driver. Have a nice day!
The taxi rank signage was conspicuous by its total absence and the fast
transit rail link to town was [and still is, of course] a twinkle in the Minister
of Transport’s eye. There was even dark mutterings about subsidence on
runways and lots of unanswered calls from IATA.
In Departures, the seats were insuffi cient and indescribably uncomfortable.
Walkways were constricted by the intrusive fronts of retrofi tted shops which
off ered stuff you didn’t want, at prices you couldn’t aff ord. Direction signs
were often handwritten on cardboard, and the walk to the gate lasted longer
than some fl ights. A restorative beer cost a king’s ransom.
Overall, the experience was abysmal. OK, you can call this ‘teething problems’.
Remember when the new Hong Kong airport opened and the computers
crashed on day one? Heathrow, of course, has been an unmitigated disaster
for as long as records have been kept.
Now cut to Suvarnabhumi in 2010. Signage has been transformed – it’s
coherent, professional and even accurate. If you want the taxi rank you can
fi nd it, and once there, the allocation and administration is orderly and user-
friendly. All taxis are registered and metered. There are still a few scams but
I’ve experienced worse in Charles de Gaulle; however, that’s another story!
The length of the walks to the gates obviously cannot be shortened, but
more thought has gone into the logistics of connecting fl ights, and transit
services are now of a good standard. The walk seems shorter if you’re sure
you’re going in the right direction. The security system has defi nitely changed
for the better
Now let’s look at Suvarnabhumi’s smaller sibling, our very own Phuket Airport.
If you’re leaving, both the domestic and the international terminals now have
vastly improved eating and drinking facilities. The domestic terminal has had
a much needed makeover and has been re-designed to handle the ever-
increasing numbers. The only downside that’s immediately obvious, is that
if you’re booked with a low-cost carrier you’ve to walk to what is essentially
another terminal to check-in, and then back again to immigration. But, hey,
you’re doing things on the cheap. What do you expect?
Immigration control, long the subject of intense criticism, is also better, with
more booths both outbound and inbound, more offi cers on duty and a
computer system which is slightly less glacial, than of yore. Lines seem to be
shorter, and to move faster.
At the international terminal there’s now a decent range of shops and
restaurants. They still charge highway robbery prices, but is there any traveller
left on the planet, who doesn’t know that airports are not the place to do your
Christmas shopping? At least the coff ee and ambiance are much improved.
And it’s all set to get better. The AOT has a 5 billion baht master plan to
upgrade Phuket Airport to maintain standards consistent with the increasing
number of passengers; almost four million in 2009. This is a remarkable
throughput for such a small airport.
It isn’t all perfect. The taxi touts are still active, but even they seem to have
been reined in a little. The parking fee went from 50 baht to 200 baht per day
overnight; but it seems to have worked, as getting a space when you arrive, is
easier. Poor people shouldn’t fl y. More car parks are planned.
Airports are notoriously diffi cult and complex facilities to run, with huge
numbers of people with confl icting needs congregating in a confi ned space,
further constrained by security and safety considerations. The art of keeping
them occupied while waiting for their journeys revolves around variety and
service. We’re getting there.
While Phuket International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport still have
a way to go to match some other airports in the region and around the
world, it’s heartening to see positive progress on upgrading them both to
a standard that will make Thailand proud to welcome more than 13 million
visitors a year.
Photos from Wikipedia.orgFeature
Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be. Nevertheless, let’s take a short trip backwards in time and contrast the standards of performance of Phuket International Airport and Suvanarbhumi Airport in Bangkok as they operate today, compared to just a year ago. By any measure, the changes have been remarkable and positive.
THAILAND’S AIRPORTS –NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS
By Alastair Carthew, a Phuket based writer and communications advisor. Tel: +66 (0)76 317929 Email: [email protected]
Suvarnabhumi Airport
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“The Hermitage” - A perfect sanctuary hidden in lush tropical jungle, situated
a few minutes from one of Phuket's most sought-after locations – Kata
Beach. 12 boutique villas at The Hermitage are set over 9 rai or 14,400 sqm
and majestically designed with the advantages of an elevated hillside, off er
magnifi cent ocean views fast becoming rare on the island.
Our acclaimed architect team has embraced a contemporary Thai style design
for each villa with the utmost care and attention given to providing a natural
feel. Each of the custom built villas is built on handsome plot sizes ranging from
500 to 1,100 sqm with spacious living area of 600 to 800 sqm. and a price range
starting from 72 million baht. The project theme is environmentally friendly,
created to capture the benefi ts from the site’s lush greenery. The residence
will be surrounded by nature preserved at its most beautiful and original
condition. To give ultra luxurious feels and comfort, a private swimming pool,
spa area and grand terracing come with the villa as standard. Residents can
enjoy stunning sea view from every room in their own piece of paradise.
A highlighted feature, not found in any other project, is a natural landscaped
waterfall within the complex communal green area. The centerpiece of The
Hermitage is a magnifi cent 3 storey (800 sqm) clubhouse. A chauff eured golf
buggy transports you from the parking area at ground level to the villas at all
levels of the site.
Opulent architecture is the signature of the clubhouse with high beamed
columns and full glass windows maximizing the spectacular sea views. A wide
range of facilities are available including a glass elevator, a lobby lounge, a
spacious indoor/outdoor international restaurant, ‘sunset’ bar, a fully equipped
fi tness centre and a traditional Thai health spa set over two fl oors with
sumptuous sea views. A separate outdoor spa sits adjacent to the clubhouse
in its own private waterfall garden to aff ord residents the ultimate luxury living
amid a serene and tranquil environment.
Only the fi nest quality local and imported materials are used in the construction
with teak wood and marble prominent throughout. Every villa features fully
folding teakwood doors and intricate carvings on the teakwood facades
inlaid with gold and silver. All villas are equipped with the latest in modern
technology, including fully automated control over all electrical systems such
as lighting, music and security. At The Hermitage, we understand the value of
peace of mind and as such, the site is protected by 24 hour on-site security
and CCTV.
The Hermitage is an extraordinary project – absolutely one of a kind, “An Oasis of Nature and Seclusion”.
The Hermitage Hill Co.,Ltd
35 Kok Tanode Rd., T.Kata, A.Muang, Phuket 83100
Mobile: +66 (0)81 310 2925, +66 (0)89 726 8804
Offi ce: +66 (0)76 330350-2, Fax: +66 (0)76 284716
Email: [email protected] Website: www.thehermitagehill.com
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SEAVIEW Beach Condo from 8.9m THB
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Cheap Investment from 3.9m THB
Beachfront Apartment 15m THB
Quality Investment 17.5m THB
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EAST COAST : Lavishly high quality villa with awe-inspiring views at only 5 min to town! Best of all, its value for money. This house would command 3 times this price on the west coast. Private beach access & mooring. A MUST SEE!
CHERNG TALAY : Designed by women; need we say more? The attention to detail is remarkable! One of the most thoroughly studied layouts available to date. This development has truly set new standards on quality living.
EAST COAST : Located in a lush and laid back area, these 3 bedroom condominiums off er attractive rental possibilities. Facilities and services are above-standard. Experience something unique and stylish.
Great Homes in Chalong 12m THB
CHALONG : Wonderfully built and overly spacious single story villa located at walking distance to local conveniences and shopping. Land size is generous and communal areas above standard... This one is a solid investment!
SURIN BEACH : Boutique 5* Resort / Condominium project in Prestigious Surin Beach. Walk to Bangtao OR Surin Beach (400 meters). Nearby are the Amanpuri Resort and Twin Palms. Three Championship golf courses within 20 min.
KATHU : Amazingly designed apartments off ers you a wonderful Zen feel whilst you contemplate the lush mountains and golf course from your home. If it's tranquility you value then this is for you! Truly refreshing.
NAITHON : Great investment opportunity to either live in or rent out. Only a few minutes to Naithon Beach and the airport. Plot sizes averages 800 sqm. Financing is available so expect this to sell quickly!
KARON : Fantastic ocean views even from the kitchen! It's hard to cook dinner any closer to the beach without getting wet or having sand in your food. Huge rental potential and very competitive. This is hard to beat!
RANG HILL : Here's a bargain for you. A 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom Thai-Bali style pool villa of above average build quality located in the most convenient location on the island yet very quiet and private. Owner is relocating.
BANG TAO : If you are looking for a quality development then you might consider this one. Located in the sought after residential area in Bang Tao, great holiday homes with great rental possibilities as well!
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KATA : Brand new sea view development of 49 luxury units with 1 & 2 bedroom between 91 to 299 sqm. Open plan living & fully fi tted kitchen, large balconies. Only 2 km from beach. Facilities: swimming pool, security, fi tness, elevators, etc. Foreign freehold.
PATONG : New resort style apartments adjacent to Jungceylon. 1 and 2 bedroom condos from 44 to 111 sqm. Open plan living, fully equipped Western kitchen, air cons & balcony, fully furnished. From 85,000 Baht per sqm. Foreign freehold!
Condominium 5.5m THBPATONG : 85 sqm with 2 bed/2 bath. Open plan living & dining area, open plan fully fi tted kitchen, large balconies & air cons. Fully furnished! 800 m from the beach. Part of development including swimming pool, security, etc. Foreign freehold.
Sea View Apartments from 27m THBKAMALA : Spacious units from 184 sqm up to 849 sqm incl. private rooftop for penthouses. 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms, open plan living, fully equipped modern kitchen, spacious terraces. Private pool available! Full resort style. Opposite beach.
Condominium 8m THBPATONG : Modern apartment of 95 sqm, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, large open plan living & terrace, open & modern kitchen, fully furnished. Perfect rental potential!! Excellent condition! Common swimming pool. Elevator & 24 hr security.
RAWAI : Modern, 2 storey villa of 362 sqm; 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms, open plan living, fully equipped kitchen, laundry and storage, terraces, outdoor shower, private swimming pool, nice garden, electric gate. Excellent quality!
PATONG : 85 sqm with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + toilet. Open plan living, fully equipped Western kitchen, laundry area, aircons and balcony, fully furnished. Common pool on rooftop. 10 min to Patong Beach. Foreign freehold!
Sea View Condominiums from 7.5m THB Condominium 5.9m THB
Private Pool Villa 22m THBKAMALA : 3 bedrooms/3 bathrooms on 960 sqm land plot. Open plan living and open plan fully, fi tted kitchen. Large terrace. Entrance with electric gate. Nice landscaped garden with private swimming pool. Brand new! Good rental potential. Fully furnished!
Balinese Villa 3.9m THBTHALANG : L-shape villa of 100 sqm with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms; open plan living and kitchen. Garden with space for plunge pool. 24 hr security. Ready to move in!
CAPE PANWA : Land plot of 1,588 sqm, 3 bed/3 bath. Open plan living, fully equipped kitchen, maid's quarter, sitting areas, spacious pool deck, private pool. Fully furnished. High end development with private beach. Full resort style!
Sea View Villa 130m THBPATONG : Private villa on 800 sqm land. 4 spacious bedrooms, open plan living, fully equipped kitchen, maid's quarters, private pool! Beautiful garden with sala and waterfall. Fully furnished! Close to center.
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Baan Yamu Residences
Baan Yamu – Leading Agent, Company Vauban Co Ltd 171 Moo7 Paklok, Thalang, Phuket 83110 ThailandTel: +66 (0)76 310507 (Phuket) Fax: +66(0)2 260 5317 (Bangkok)Mobiles: +66(0)85 227 7175Email: [email protected] Website: www.baanyamuphuket.com
Baan Yamu Residences’ secluded yet convenient location is a short drive from
top-rated golf courses, marinas such as the Royal Phuket Marina and Boat
Lagoon, shopping centres, world-class health care and international schools.
Phuket International Airport is only a 20-minute drive!
Other key elements include plenty of natural light and generously landscaped
tropical water gardens all within a secure, gated environment.
The pier, just 50 metres away from Baan Yamu Residences, serves as your
gateway to the spectacular Phang Nga Bay area as well as the world famous
Phi Phi Islands.
The peaceful and breathtaking views over Phang Nga Bay and its accessible but
secluded location, make Baan Yamu Residences your private spot in paradise.
The design of the residences combines simple, stylish elegance with integration
of outside and inside living spaces. While the architecture is contemporary,
natural local materials have been used to integrate elements of Thai culture.
Twinpalms Management Services delivered to Baan Yamu Residences means
complete peace of mind for you and your guests. All residents and guests
can enjoy the services provided by the Common Area Plan as standard. This
includes general estate maintenance and cleaning, and on-site personal from
Twinpalms Management to ensure your stay is enjoyable and trouble free.
Opting for the additional Added Benefi ts and/or the Private Unit Plan gives
you and your guests access to a wide range of delivering luxury services such
as private room service through to airport transfers.
The entire development will be managed by Twinpalms Management, a well-
known and branded management team, noted for their 5-star services and
Twinpalms Resort located at Surin Beach.
Phase I: 2 to 4-bedroom pool villas. Sold Out
Phase II: 2-bedroom Bayview Penthouses, 2- and 3-bedroom condominiums,
4-bedroom Courtyard Villas with private pool.
Phase III: 12 Executive Villas with spectacular views of Phang Nga Bay, situated
on 1,600+ sqm land plots, buyers can custom design their own villa.
Baan Yamu Residences is a beautiful low-density, exclusive residential community
that blends in with the environment and maximises sea views and privacy.
Designed by the same architect as the famous Twinpalms in Surin, Baan Yamu
Residences off ers a mix of penthouses, condominiums and luxury villas in one
of Phuket’s most sought-after locations.
With its idyllic location and the renowned management expertise of Twinpalms,
owners can also benefi t from a generous guaranteed rental income.
The programme off ers a discount of 25% from the purchase price – or an
income of 6.5% per year for fi ve years. An optional rental pool provides an
alternative opportunity for gaining an income when not in residence.
In addition, developer fi nancing is available for up to 50% of a unit’s price.
Beautiful beaches – ideal for swimming, diving and snorkeling – along with
fi ve-star resorts and outstanding restaurants are all within easy reach.
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PATONG : Stunning sea views, 200 m from the beach and modern styling makes these apartments a fantastic investment. Both come fully furnished and ready to move into. Two to choose from, both freehold.
2 Bed Condos 15.5-18.9m THB
PATONG : A stunning villa located in an exclusive area just minutes from 3 beaches. The build quality, fi xtures and fi ttings, plus sea views make this a worthy investment. Freehold/leasehold.
PATONG : A lovely apartment, with expansive balcony and stunning sea views, just 200 m from the beach. All the furniture, fi xtures and fi ttings are included in the price. Freehold.
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PATONG : These incredibly stylish apartments are a must see. Completed to a very high standard, they provide great ROI. Three to choose from. Leasehold/freehold.
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LAYAN : Over 600 sqm of living space on 2 fl oors with a roof garden, great views and facilities make this Layan Gardens Penthouse a very unique residence. 4 beds, 6 baths and huge living areas with European kitchen – a dream home.
LAYAN : Luna Phuket is a superb development of ten 3 bed, 3 bath garden pool villas in Laguna Phuket close to the fabulous beaches of the famed west coast. Completion in March 2008 and only 3 available make this a superb opportunity.
WEST COAST : A wonderful 4 bed, 5 bath property of nearly 400 sqm of built-in living space with maid's quarters, superb open plan living and dining area and private swimming pool on a sought after gated community on the west coast.
WEST COAST : A wonderful detached villa with lovely west coast views and 4 beds, 5 baths plus maids quarters in over 400 sqm of luxurious living space. Gated community of 19 stunning villas with facilities, gardens, sala and private pool.
LAYAN : Overlooking Laguna Phuket: Stunning 3 bed, 3 bath apartment with 157 sqm of indoor living space leading on to 4 m wide balconies overlooking 3 pools and gardens with tennis court, BBQ areas, pool bar and putting green.
CAPE PANWA : 2 bed, 2 bath 106 sqm apartment in resort complex on Cape Panwa with direct access from the balcony into the ‘moat’ swimming pool surrounding the building. Completed only 1 month ago and off ers outstanding lifestyle.
WEST COAST : 212 sqm of interior plus huge balconies and 3 m high ceilings make this 3 bed, 4 bath apartment a wonderful home or investment. West coast location with excellent facilities and the lowest building density on the Island.
LAGUNA : Duplex semi-detached town home with 165 sqm of indoor living space, 3 bed, 3 bath and 2 balconies in small gated community with communal pool in Laguna Phuket. Ideal for living, holiday home or investment and a bargain.
LAYAN : Lakewood Hills is a superb gated community overlooking Bangtao Beach on Phuket’s west coast. This stunning 5 bed, 7 bath estate villa with large private pool and games room is a family home with space and style in abundance.
LAYAN : With only 8 apartments still remaining on the newly completed Layan Gardens development now is the time to purchase one of the remaining 3 bed, 3 bath units and enjoy immediate investment returns with fi nancing available if desired.
LAGUNA : 3 bed, 3 bath pool and garden villa with wrap-around private pool adjacent to Laguna Village makes this home very special and an outstanding value for money. Great investment opportunity also for those buyers wishing to let out.
LAGUNA : In the middle of Laguna Phuket and overlooking a wonderful lake is this magnifi cent 5 bed, 7 bath luxurious appointed villa with large private pool sala/bar and many extras in the 550 sqm of living space. Must be viewed!
4 Bedroom Penthouse 44m THB
5 Bedroom Villa 55m THB
3 Bedroom Villa 17.95m THB
4 Bedroom Property 34.95m THB
Detached Villa 39.95m THB
3 Bedroom Apartment 19.25m THB
2 Bedroom Apartment 9.15m THB
3 Bedroom Apartment 22.25m THB
3 Bedroom Town Home 16.95m THB
5 Bedroom Pool Villa 56m THB 3 Bedroom Apartment 20.75 THB
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Phuket has plenty of choices when it comes to places to see and things to do. This month we’d like to off er you a guide to some activities which will give you an insight into Phuket’s cultural side away from the usual tourist attractions. We hope that this may enhance your holiday experience and perhaps persuade you to return in the future.
Try Phuket Local food: They say, “We are what we eat,” and again, “Life is a journey.” Those unique, exotic dishes which you sample along the way, help to make the trip worthwhile. Here are a few local delicacies that you won’t usually fi nd in your hotel restaurant.
Dim Sum. • The Dim Sum is a steamed dumpling fi lled with a choice of
every imaginable variety of sweet or savoury fi lling; usually served with
Chinese herb chicken soup and condiments.
Kanom Jin Phuket.• This is a vermicelli-based dish served with a variety
of curry sauces. Often eaten as breakfast, it comes with a range of fresh
vegetables, boiled eggs, and curried fi sh mousse (Hor Mok).
Mee Hok Kian.• This is made with large yellow noodles similar to
Japanese Soba. Mee Hok Kian can be served with pork-bone soup
and/or dried noodles. A delightful variety known as Mee Hok Kian Pak
includes fried noodles, soup, egg, fried onions, pork crackling and a
choice of pork, fi sh or squid. Recommended Mee Hok Kian restaurants
are Mee Ao Gay, located on Poonpol Road, and Mee Sapam at Sapam
Village, Thepkasattri Road.
Oh Tao.• Also known as Hoi Tod
Hokgian, this is a fried oyster
dish prepared with eggs, fl our,
bean sprouts and taro root – a
favourite Phuket snack. Look
for it at the Oh Tao Wongwian
Restaurant, located near the
Clock Tower Circle, Phuket Road
or at the Oh Tao Restaurant
next to Bang Neaw Municipality
School, Phuket Road.
Oh Aew. • An unbeatable Phuket dessert which is made from jellied
banana-fl our mixed with boiled red beans, ice, and sweet red syrup.
Available everywhere.
View Antique Buildings: A hundred years ago, Phuket City had a prosperous economy based on tin mining, and even back then was an international centre with a large expatriate community of Chinese and Europeans. They built beautiful homes in the style called Sino-Portuguese – terraced townhouses with narrow frontages and accommodations which stretch back from the road. The interiors often include walled gardens and fountains and are beautifully furnished with antiques and Chinese inspired decorations. Rommanee Road is a fi ne example which has been fully restored. Visit Talang Road, Yaowarat Road and Dibuk Road. Nowadays, these streets in the Chinese quarter have transformed themselves into busy thoroughfares featuring antique shops, specialty restaurants and more.
The Provincial Hall, the Phuket Courthouse and the
town branch of the Siam City Bank are further
examples of architecture from the past. All are well
worth a visit.
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Join the Chinese New Year
Celebrations in Phuket: Phuket has a big Chinese community, so Chinese New Year celebrations are a major event on the island’s calendar. The festival traditionally begins on the fi rst day of the fi rst lunar month, which this year falls on 14 February 2010. The festival is celebrated with great pomp and enlivened with cultural and historical displays.
Enjoy the public parade which includes
colourful dragon and lion fl oats, fi reworks,
crackers and traditional music and dance.
At the same time, you can sample a wide range of
Chinese cuisine. It’s all part of the festivities.
During this time Chinese houses will be
festooned with red banners and decorations to
promote luck and happiness during the coming
year. Don't forget your camera.
Oh Tao
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Health matters Health mattersMassage
The best part of it all is that getting a good massage in Phuket is easy.
Either ask a Thai female friend who was trained by her mother and for
years gave dad a massage in the evenings, or go to one of the many
establishments around the island off ering massage services. Massage
is very popular on Phuket as more and more spa and massage centers
open, some of which look more like 5 star hotels and others which,
whilst cheaper, off er more than massage services. Be aware that prices,
and standards of service, vary widely. You
could pay as little as 150 baht for an hour
of massage or indulge in a comprehensive
massage-beauty treatment-body scrub
package costing 8,000 baht or more. You
could also get more than you bargained
for, depending on your choice of
establishment.
For the majority of people, a massage
session will be enjoyable and benefi cial.
There are however, some serious health troubles that could result
from improper treatments or poor hygiene. To avoid such dangers, be
choosy in selecting the establishment, and if you do it cheap, follow
the advice below.
Most of the better massage outlets are designed in soothing, natural
tones and textures and a fragrant smell of incense or burning oil
usually emanates the rooms. There’s generally an unhurried pace, and
you’ll be given plenty of time to shower, settle in and make yourself
comfortable before your session begins.
Ideally, your therapist will discuss the treatment with you before it
begins but this is not always done, especially at smaller, less expensive
places where staff may have had minimal training and cannot
communicate with you, unless you are fl uent in Thai. If you have a
health problem, such as a bad back, arthritis or a skin condition, let
your therapist know, and be strict about not aggravating it.
If you’re having a Thai massage, your therapist will normally follow a
set routine and will not deviate from this routine unless you demand
it. It’s traditional, and the routine is handed down from generation to
generation, and at each teaching school from teacher to student. In
small massage places giving traditional Thai massage, your therapist
may be uncomfortable if you interrupt her routine.
If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, ensure you do not
overdo the stretching and exercising and if chest pain presents, cease
the treatment immediately. If you have sensitive skin or allergies,
ensure that the herbs and massage oils will not cause a reaction. You
can always test them fi rst, by adding a test to your inner forearm and
leave it on for 20-30 minutes. If the site becomes red, infl amed or
irritated, cease using it. In less reputable establishments, do not believe
what is listed on the bottle or container is actually in the container.
Cheap substitutes are often used as well as being watered down or
have had other additives added.
Bone cracking in the neck, back, fi ngers and other areas is also
common in many massages, particularly Thai massage. I, and many
orthopedic surgeons, would recommend against the therapeutic value
of this bone cracking as serious injury can and frequently does occur.
This also applies to the practice of walking on people’s backs. Applying
continued pressure over the femoral arteries in the groin area to stop
the blood fl ow to the legs, whilst eliciting a pleasant sensation once
the blood fl ow is restored to the legs is dangerous. It has and can cause
blood clots and serious health complications. Blood will coagulate and
clot if it is stopped. Your therapist should never massage the front of
your neck, near the carotid arteries or voice box. Massaging this area
can cause your heart rate to drop to dangerous levels.
Massage
that could result
You could be dreaming of a tropical oasis, under
the palm trees, listening to the waves lap onto
the beach whilst having a gentle and soothing
massage. Take you pick, it could be a foot massage,
a body scrub or even a full course aromatherapy
course lasting 3 hours or more. This is heaven.
Improperly applied stretches can also lead to injury or pain in muscles
and joints. I know of many clients who, whilst having a Thai massage,
were asked by their therapist if the massage was too painful, and
instead of saying yes, and possibly to avoid upsetting the masseuse,
they came away with deep bruising and soft tissue injuries. Pain is
your body telling you that something is not right. Heavy pain during
a massage is just not right. Deep tissue massage can also aggravate
deep-vein thrombosis (blood clotting) or damage skin, muscles or
internal organs.
The cleanliness of most massage establishments is of a high standard,
but beware that bacteria can spread rapidly if hygienic standards
are not maintained. There is a risk of catching skin and soft tissue
diseases, eye, ear and urinary tract infections, gastroenteritis or more
serious diseases. In cheaper establishments, bedding is not changed,
therapists may not practice good personal hygiene and some may
have communicable diseases.
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(Easy Payment Terms) 50% Deposit - Balance over 2 years – Interest Free!A lovely 3 bedroom beachfront villa, a total living area of around 500 sq.m. on two levels with the living area on the upper level, taking advantage of
Price: THB 29.5 million
Price: 7m THB./rai(Flexible payment terms)
Frontage 384 m. Total land area: 300 rai (Chanote title)