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Phuket Island map 8
What's on: on & of Phuket (including the movies) 12-15
Word of mouth 16
People profle: Alasdair Forbes (Executive editor of Phuket News) 25
Phuket museums 28-29
Business profle: Tanapong & Samornpun Somnam
(Executive director of The KEE Resort & Spa) 33
All change at Phukets beaches 36-37
Legal matters: I dont need a work permit, do I? 58-59
Social Phuket 60-61
Emerald EPL Masters Tour at Nikki Beach 62
Things to do in Phuket 64-65
Useful telephone numbers 66
Yachts, Yachting & Cars
Andaman Cruises Yacht Charters 17
Cholamark Boat 18
DaVinci Yacht Charters 19
Phuket tide tables: September-October 2014 20
Big thumbs up for Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek 20-21
Sure Motor 23
Shopping, Dining & Leisure
Phuket Vegetarian Festival 12-13 & 38
Helicam: A brief look back over 11 years of Helicamcameras & helicopters 24
Paul Ropp: How it's done 26-27
Recipe: Chicken Tikka (Baluchi) 30
Dining around Phuket 31-32
Hot list: Rawai and Nai Harn 42-43
Beauty, Spas & Health
Lemongrass House 39
Sukko Spa 40
Hair Studio 9 41
Land & Property (Sales / Rentals / Services / Products)
The View 44-45
Plunge Rise Villas 46
Saturdays Condo 47
88 Land & Houses Hillside Phuket 48
Karon Butterfy Resort 49
Kata Rocks 50
Massa Luna Condo 51
St. James Properties 52
Havest Property 53
Diamond CondominiumBangtao Phuket 54
Tile-It: Phuket's quality tile boutique 55
ISS: Security SystemIntegration 57
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Superkidz
6 Sep 2014 @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Thalang
SUPERKIDZ Aquathon & Anyman. Open to both adults and children
with race distances and formats designed for all ages and levels. The
entry fee is 500 Baht per person and 600 Baht per team.
www.thanyapura.com
A Night at the Opera!
13 Sep 2014 @ Trisara, Nai Thon
Fivera at Trisara. Fivera, comes to Trisara. Operatic arias and classical
pieces with all profts going to the Phuket Has Been Good to Us
Foundation. 4,000 THB per guest includes dinner and wine.
+66 76 310100. www.trisara.com
10th Anniversary Party
20 Sep 2014 @ Twinpalms Phuket
Twinpalms Phuket 10th Anniversary Party. Complimentary food and
sparkling wine. Party carries on until late. Dress code is 'Sexy White'
and entry is free. For Lounge and VIP seating. +66 7631 6500.
book@catchbeachclub.com
Pathway to the Premiership 2014 Camps
23-26 Oct 2014 @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Thalang
Rugby coaching camp open to boys between 11 and 18 and will
focus on support play, movement and agility skills as well as sports
psychology. www.thanyapura.com
The Melbourne Cup
4 Nov 2014 @ Underwood Art Factory, Phuket City
The Melbourne Cup: The Race That Stops a Nation. Tickets are 2,000
THB; includes an Australian-themed lunch, limited drinks, fashion,
music. 100% of the proceeds go to the scholarship programme of the
Phuket International Women's Club.
+66 7631 6711. www.piwc-phuket.com
Vegetarian Festival
24 Oct-3 Nov 2014 @ Around Phuket
Phuket Vegetarian Festival: 2nd 9th Lunar Month 2014. This year
there are two 9th lunar months in the Chinese lunar calendar. The frst
celebration is as per normal while the second festival is expected to
see the rituals being followed, but with less celebrations.
+66 81 569 9076. www.phuketvegetarian.com
Night Run
1 Nov 2014 @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Thalang
Halloween Neon Night Run. Race distances for all ages in addition
to great music and bright lights. BBQ, stalls, kids entertainment, face
painting, prizes for the best NEON costumes, glow sticks and more.
www.thanyapura.com
Football Tournament
7-8 Nov 2014 @ British International School, Koh Kaew
International seven-a-side Football Tournament at British
International School Phuket. More than 1,000 young players fromall
over Asia. +66 76 238711-20. www.bisphuket.ac.th
Youth Tennis
8-9 Nov 2014 @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Thalang
Yonex Youth Championship. Organized by Lawn Tennis Association
of Thailand (LTAT), the Yonex Tennis Cup will see 80 to 100 junior
players in the tournament. www.thanyapura.com
Beach Games
14-23 Nov 2014 @ Patong and Karon beaches
The 4th Asian Beach Games with a variety of beach track and feld
events. www.phuketthailand2014.com
Nai Lert Park Bangkok International Flower Show
1-30 Sep @ Swisshotel Nai Lert Park, Bangkok
See the beauty of many species of fowers fromfamous skilled
forists. Enjoy entertainment and watch new ideas for decorating
fower in your house and garden. +66 2 253 0123.
Phichit Traditional Long Boat Racing
6-7 Sep 2014 @ Nan Riverside of Wat Tha Luang, Phichit
Long boat race in Phichit Province. The winners cup is donated by
His Majesty the King. Boat parade contest, model boat exhibition,
restaurants, OTOP market and musical concerts. +66 55 252742-3.
Chong Phara Procession (Poi Lern Sip Et Tradition)
4-16 Oct 2014 @ Mae Hong Son
This colourful procession marks the end of Buddhist lent and features
dancing, artwork, ceremonies, and more. +66 53 612982-3.
Amari Watergate & BMW Thailand Charity
Midnight Run
18 Oct 2014 @ Bangkok
The only race in Bangkok to be held at midnight. With over
5,000 runners, winners receive the Royal trophy fromHRH Princess
Sirindhorn. www.amari.com/watergate/charity-midnight-run.aspx
Hatyai Vegetarian Festival
24 Oct-1 Nov 2014 @ Hatyai, Songkhla
Vegetarian food eating contest, special menu demonstrations, and
various other activities. +66 74 231055. www.tourismthailand.org
Krabi Boek Fa Andaman Festival
16-18 Nov 2014 @ Krabi Town, Krabi
The three-day event features parades, cultural and musical
performances, and boat races. www.tourismthailand.org/krabi
Culture Festival
14 Nov 2014 @ Rawai Sea Gypsy Village, Rawai
Loi Ruea Chao Ley (Sea Gypsy Boat Floating) Festival. The ritual
includes small boats being set adrift to drive away evil and bring good
luck and prosperity a beautiful spectacle at night. Many ceremonies
are held in local villages.
Sport Fishing Tournament
19-22 Nov 2014 @ Tamarind Bar & Grill, Chalong
15th Phuket International Sport Fishing Tournament (PIST).
Registration, weighing and fnal evening prize-giving at Tamarind Bar
& Grill. +66 76 282036.
www.phuket-international-sportfishing-tournament.com
Triathlon
23-24 Nov 2014 @ Laguna Phuket
21st Laguna Phuket Triathlon. Race is on Sunday 24 November.
1.8kmswim, 55kmcycle and 12kmrun. Over 900 athletes expected to
take part. +66 76 324060. www.lagunaphuket.com/events/triathlon
Regatta
30 Nov-6 Dec 2014 @ Kata Beach Resort, Kata Beach
Phuket King's Cup Regatta 2014 is Asias largest sailing event.
Approximately 100 boats and 1,000 sailors are expected to take part,
enjoying fve spectacular days of tropical racing and six nights of
beachside parties. +66 7627 3380. www.kingscup.com
Tattoo Convention
5-7 Dec 2014 @ Duangjitt Resort and Spa, Patong Beach
The Phuket Tattoo Convention will see a collection of booths from
Thai and International tattoo artists, plus a tattoo contest, Inky Girls,
workshops and activities. www.phukettattooconvention.com
Phuket'sVegetarianFestival Phuket'sVegetarianFestival
It all began in the early 1900s when tin ore was discovered in the
Kathu area and hundreds of Hokkien Chinese were drafted in to
do the mining. They either brought their families with themor
intermarried with the locals. A thriving community blossomed,
and in 1825 the Governor Praya Jermmoved the capital town
from Ta Reua to Kathu.
Each year,at this time, the area around Phukets
Fresh Market becomes congested with food
stalls and everywhere is festooned with red
lanterns and Chinese dragons, all centred on
the Jui Tui shrine. One of the fascinating aspects
of Phukets cultural traditions is the complex
fusion of Chinese religious beliefs, with those of
the original inhabitants of the island.
The Chinese community had such critical mass that an itinerant
Chinese opera company visited to entertain them. Here the story gets
a little confused, but basically the whole area was struck by a major
epidemic and almost everybody except the opera players became
sick. Following their beliefs, the players had stuck to their religious
calendar, which at this time of year required that they observe a strict
vegetarian diet and ofer prayers to two Chinese gods, Kiew Ong Tai
and Yok Ong Sone Teh. The residents attributed their invulnerability to
these religious observances.
An alternative explanation may be that since Kathu was a swampy
jungle and it was the time of the monsoon rains, the visitors may have
introduced a malarial strain, to which they themselves were immune,
to the local mosquitoes which thrived in the damp conditions. When
the rains stopped the insects breeding ponds disappeared and the
epidemic abated naturally.
Be that as it may. The following year, the Haio Lan and Lian Tui regalia
and sacred scripts were brought fromChina. When this precious cargo
arrived at Bang Niao, the whole community went there to welcome
the ship. The tradition of processions was thus born.
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Times & dates of events are subject to change.
Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.
Regular Events
ACYC Ao Chalong Yacht Club Race Series 2. Race 4 is on 14
September. Race 5 is on 28 September. All are welcome to sail.
Regular Friday night get-together and Lucky Draw. Non-members
welcome. www.acyc.asia
PIWC Phuket International Women's Club Monthly meetings:
Committee - 1st Thursday, Meet & Greet - 2nd Thursday. Lunch - 3rd
Thursday. Cofee Morning - 4th Thursday. All welcome; registration is
essential. +66 76 316711. info@phuketiwc.com. www.phuketiwc.com
IBAP The International Business Association of Phuket Regular
meeting is on the 2nd Friday of each month. secretary@ibap-phuket.
org. www.ibap-phuket.org
Mr Live Wire Free computer clinic Windows, internet, tablet, phone,
TV, or just about anything computer-related. Every Sunday, 10amat
NEWVENUE Baketastic in Kathu (opposite Krung Thai Bank).
Lions Club Lions Club of Patong Beach Monthly meeting &
fellowship dinner, 2nd Tuesday each month. +66 81 374 2088. info@
lions-club-patong.org. www.lions-club-patong.org
GOMS Grumpy Old Men's Society A grumpy but happy group
of local gentleman gathers every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month.
vguytonbeck@gmail.com.
Cricket / Rugby Outrigger Hotels / Twenty Cricket League at ACG
Cricket Ground Matches every Sunday 9am. Touch rugby Wednesday
evenings. www.phuketcricketgroup.com/ www.acgphuket.com.
ACYC Ao Chalong Yacht Club Youth Sail Training in state-of-the-art
dinghies. Bring your kids to learn to sail. Healthy, active, fun. For details
contact school@acyc.asia.
Entertainment September Choices
Live Music Jazz & R'N'B style @ Two Chefs Bar & Grill, Kamala. Large
American-style bufet. Live Music Jazz & R'N'B style. Happy Hours all
Night with Buy one get one Free for Manhattan, New York & Margarita
Cocktails.
Friday Jazz nights @ Boathouse, Kata. Special menu paired with
wines to the sounds of Jazz trio every Friday evening enjoy magical
sunsets while sipping one of their signature cocktails.
Piano Jazz Bar @ Oriental Spoon, Surin. Smooth, sophisticated
sounds international pianist Derrek Wayne plays jazz at Sunday
Brunch and Tues Sat evening, 8-11pm.
Thursday Night Showand a live band @ Laimai Courtyard
Restaurant, Patong. An open-air restaurant, ofers a wide selection
of Thai and international seafood dishes with a Thursday Night Show
and a live band.
International DJs @ Seduction Discotheque, Patong. R&B on frst
foor, house/dance on second. Well-known international DJs often
spin for the crowd. Latest hits to disco classics of the 70s & 80s.
Jazz dining room@ Horn Grill Steakhouse, Kata. Live jazz to
accompany your meal in classic European ambience. Great wine
cellar.
Live music @ The Surface Restaurant & Bar, Patong. Soothing live
music in this open air rooftop restaurant and bar. Cocktails, wines,
slow grill dishes and breathtaking sunsets.
Live piano music @ Living Room, Kata. Live piano music in the
garden terrace or on the outdoor deck by the sea. Meals, cocktails and
fne dining in air-conditioned comfort.
Barbie Army @ Irish Times Pub, Patong. Live Music every Friday night
- come discover why everyone loves Barbie Army Band!
DELIVER US FROM EVIL
Genre: Crime, Horror, Thriller
Eric Bana, Edgar Ramirez, Olivia Munn,
Chris Coy, Dorian Missick, Sean Harris
New York Police Of cer Ralph Sarchie,
struggling with his own personal issues,
begins investigating a series of disturbing
and inexplicable crimes. He joins forces
with an unconventional priest, schooled
in the rituals of exorcism, to combat the
frightening and demonic possessions that
are terrorizing their city. Based upon the
book, which details Sarchie's bone-chilling
real-life cases.
SEX TAPE
Genre: Comedy
Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz, Rob Corddry,
Ellie Kemper, Rob Lowe, Nat Faxon
When Jay and Annie frst got together,
their romance was intense but 10 years
and two kids later, the fame of their love
needs a spark. To kick things up a notch,
they decide why not? to make a video
of themselves trying out every position in
The Joy of Sex in one marathon three-hour
session. It seems like a great idea until
they discover that their most private video is
no longer private. With their reputations on
the line, they race to reclaimthe video.
THE MAZE RUNNER
Genre: Action, Mystery, Sci-Fi
Dylan O'Brien, Kaya Scodelario, Will Poulter,
Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Patricia Clarkson
When Thomas wakes up trapped in a
massive maze with a group of other
boys, he has no memory of the outside
world other than strange dreams about a
mysterious organization known as W.C.K.D.
Only by piecing together fragments of his
past with clues he discovers in the maze can
Thomas hope to uncover his true purpose
and a way to escape. Based on the best-
selling novel by James Dashner.
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fagship MY Olympia 76, a 23-metre fy-bridge motor yacht for up
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Andaman Cruises is highly appreciated by international stars such
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In addition to the private luxury charters the company is also focused
on yacht incentives. Among the corporate clients are BMW and
Panasonic for instance. Andaman Cruises hosted their management
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experiences, lifestyle and premium hospitality. Today, people of all
nationalities come from all over the world to enjoy the peaceful
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The archipelagos of the Andaman Sea and its maritime national
parks are renowned as some of the most beautiful yachting grounds
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Yoonique Music Cafe
6pm-2am. Opposite Nai Harn lake behind the Reggae Bar.
Although many nights you'll nd the bar empty,
it's still worh a look; grab a beer but no food.
Yoonique regularly features live music from
local musicians. They have a stage set up with
a bunch o various instruments that you're
welcome to use if you know how.
Sam Pee Nong Noodles
10am-4pm. On Dibuk Road, Phuket City,
approximately 50 metres going west away
from the junction.
This shop sells regular noodles but
their popular dish is Yentafo style
noodles. The dish is uniquely pink
in colour and is usually served
with the wide at rice noodles 'sen
yai', along with sprigs o water
morning glory topped with sh
balls, cooked blood, tou pieces,
and a piece o bater-fried prawns.
The bowl o noodles is 40 baht.
We all knowone of those placesthey never advertise but theyre busy. Why?Word of mouth. People tell their friends, You must try.. and the
word spreads. In this monthly column, we spread the word further about the great-value nooks and crannies that we knowabout on Phuket.
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D4 Kin Dee Restaurant
10.30am-10pm. North of the island,
fromthe police checkpoint head
south approximately 500 metres
then turn left to a tiny side road.
A unique local family
restaurant on Mai Khao
beach. Oering Phuket
cuisine and seafood. Don't
forget to try stir-fried squid
with salted egg and their
signature dish 'Kin Dee Crab
Cake'. Kin Dee restaurant also
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Chokchai Dim Sum
4-11.30am. On Mae Luan Road toward to
Thai Hua school, just 200 metres from the
junction.
Well known among locals and
tourists serving steamed pork,
seafood and vegetables. Diners
are charged by the bowl,
about 10-15 baht per serving.
Recommended menu includes
'Bak kut teh' (pork, mushroom,
coriander and herb soup). Khao
Moo Grob (rice with crispy pork)
and Khao Man Gia (steamed
chicken with rice) are also
served here.
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Roti Nam Geang See Yak Taew Nam
6am-12pm. Taew Nam junction, where Thepkasatri Rd crosses
Thalang Rd in Phuket City.
This place has been open for over 50 years and
its always busy. You can have a choice o the
sweet roi or plain roi, served with a small bowl
o curry, made with your choice o chicken, beef
or sh plus fried eggs-sunny side up. All this will
cost you about 35-50 baht, including tea!
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DaVinci Yacht Charters prides itself not only on the quality and
cleanliness of our feet but on the attentiveness and service quality
of our staf. We are a fully TAT (TourismAuthority of Thailand) licensed
organization with all of the correct yacht charter insurances in place.
Security is our top priority at all times and our feet is fully equipped
to international standards with all the necessary safety equipment
fromlife jackets to life rafts.
Our 39ft Catamaran DaVinci is named after our iconic Italian
restaurant in the south of Phuket Island. This locally built catamaran
can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip or sleep up to
eight people for overnight stays. This cruising catamaran is equipped
with four cabins, two doubles and two singles as well a sleeping area
for two in the main cockpit above deck. DaVinci is equipped with a
fully functioning galley including a refrigerator and freezer as well as
a dining area in the main cockpit. There is a large foredeck with lots
of room to relax on the comfy cushions and enjoy the cruise while
admiring the scenery. Fully equipped for both cruising under sail or
For further information
28/46 Moo 1, Nai Harn, Phuket (TAT License Number: 32/00410)
: +66 89 588 3476 bruce@davinciphuket.com
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Whether its a day out with family and friends cruising around the
islands or an overnight charter, we can cater to your every need.
Spectacular scenery, crystal clear waters, magical reefs, abundant tropical fsh
racing in one of the local regattas DaVinci can be chartered for a day
trip, overnight cruise or a weeks racing. Enjoy a silent sail around the
hidden islands you wouldn't normally see.
Our 52ft Sunseeker DaVinci S50is also namedafter our iconic Italian
restaurant in the South of Phuket Island. This is a sleek hi-powered
motor yacht can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip
or sleep up to six people for overnight stays. This magnifcent vessel
is equipped with three cabins, two doubles and a twin with two bunk
beds. DaVinci S50 is equipped with a fully functioning galley with
an air conditioned dining area which can seat up to eight people.
The dining room is also a lounge equipped with a large screen TV,
Bose sound system and DVD player. There is a large foredeck with
lots of room to relax on the comfy cushions and enjoy the cruise
while admiring the scenery. Up on the fybridge there is seating for
a further eight people. This high powered yacht can take you on a
wonderful day trip around the islands or an overnight trip for those
hideaways further away.
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Our work is done with the expertise of a European manufacturer.
Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. is the local dealer for Williams Performance Tenders, a service station for Avon
Infatables Limited and DSB of Germany.
We ofer a wide range of infatable boats made fromNeoprene/Hypalon.
In addition to our Cholamark models we also ofer Williams and Highfeld tenders.
Professional repairs of all Neoprene and Hypalon Dinghies, re-tubing and general
infatable dinghy overhauls.
Stock in our showrooms includes RIB's and soft foor dinghies.
We manufacture dinghy covers, sun shades, cushions with closed cell foamand supply
and use anti skid mats.
We are also licensed to repack liferafts. A pick up and delivery service can be arranged.
Parts for dinghies - repair sets, air pumps, paddles, oars and dinghy wheels
Rental of dinghies.
Outboard engines, life rafts, self infating life jackets, hand fares, parachute fares.
Stainless steel work (316), Argon Welding and perfect polishing.
Cholamark is open in Chalong from08:30-17:30, Monday-Saturday.
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Company was established in Phuket in 1989. The
company has about 30 employees and we build
infatable boats and RIB's in the range of 2.10
metres to 7.50 metres. We ofer repair service,
general overhauls and tube replacements.
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Our of ce and shop is located opposite Soi Sukee on Chaofa
Road, Chalong and so very close to Chalong Bay.
The dinghy ramp at the opposite end of Soi Sukee and close to
The Lighthouse makes for easy collection and delivery subject
to tidal restrictions (see page 22 for tide tables).
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Onshore, Cape Panwa Hotel underlined its reputation for excellence,
hosting four fantastic parties that kicked of with the Mount Gay
Rum opening party, fnishing with a fnal night of great food, wine,
beer and cocktails, and live entertainment including Gig and the
Z-Machine, keeping sailors, friends and island luminaries partying
into the wee hours.
Mr. Byron Jones, Managing Director of organisers Media Business
Services (MBS) commented, The Host Venue and Title Sponsor,
Cape Panwa Hotel have done a fantastic job again this year. The
parties, the venue, the service, everything went really well and we
had lots of very encouraging feedback fromthe sailors. Cape Panwa
Hotel is a key ingredient in the success of Raceweek and we are
working closely together to make next years Regatta even better.
Split over seven classes the 36 boats racing this year represented
one of the most competitive feets in the Regattas history.
As the saying goes, size isn't everything and two wins on Day One
were followed by two more wins on Day Two for the Mills King 40
Foxy Lady VI, smallest in the IRC Racing I class. Despite a fourth place
in the last race Foxy Lady VI had already done enough to win the
class ahead of Island Fling in second and the TP52 Oi! in third place.
Apparently not much, as this year's Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
Raceweek saw more international entries, more sailors chartering
local boats to race, and more countries represented than ever
before.
Raceweek has established a well-earned reputation for delivering
some of the best beachside regatta parties in Asia combined with
world-class racing, and this year was no diferent. An experienced
local Race Management team lead by ISAF International Race
Of cer Simon James endured a tough four days with everything
from good breezes to light breezes to no breezes to contend with,
and they took it all in their stride fnishing with a full complement
of races for all classes.
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Sansiri enjoying the breeze on Day 2_CPHPRW2014
Aventure, Classic class, Day 1_CPHPRW2014
New to the Asian circuit, Jessandra II, was one of the unknowns
in IRC Racing II, and with a combination of onboard international
experience and local knowledge they sailed the perfect regatta,
undefeated fve wins from fve races while Greg Reynolds'
Mumm30 Foreign Afair held of Ruby Tuesday for second and third
respectively.
In Cruising, an RAF for local sailor MikeDownars Sail in Asia Pinocchio
in Race Three (Day Two) proved to be their downfall, pushing them
into second overall. Consistent sailing from Hedonist with a 2, 2, 1,
2 scoreline saw them take the class title while the all-Thai crew on
Sansiri Windstar placed third.
There was some close racing in the Charter/ Bareboat class with
three boats all sharing the top step of the podium over the series.
With no drop race available, Ventures fourth in the frst and last race
hit them hard placing them second overall behind eventual class
winner Little Eva.
Alan Carwardine skippered Asia Catamarans Hurricane to two wins
on the opening day and a share of the spoils with sister-ship Java in
Multihull Racing on Day Two. However, the last day belonged to the
smallest in the class, Bullet, who sailed to their frst win of the series
enough for themto secure third overall behind Java in second but
no-one could catch Asia Catamarans Hurricane who fnished top of
the standings.
Back to defend their title in the Firefy 850 class were Twin Sharks,
and Advanced Racing Mamba was close on their heels. A DSQ in
Race Four for Mamba put an end to their title hopes and they had to
settle for second place behind back-to-back Raceweek winner Twin
Sharks, with Voodoo fnishing third.
Having long promoted classic sailing, Raceweek welcomed three
classics this year an impressive vista of age and beauty. The new-
build-old-design Aventure took the frst race win with Sirius winning
Race Two and Seraph Race Three. Sharing the spoils was ftting for
these Grande Dames but there had to be an eventual a winner, and
it was the centenarian Seraph who took home the perpetual classic
trophy at the fnal prize-giving party.
The line-upof boats and the on-water racing this year was probably
one of the most competitive ever. The increased international
participation is a good sign for the future and something we will
continue to develop as the regatta grows into its twelfth year next
year, added Jones.
The award-winning Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek continues
to deliver great racing and magical party nights in Phuket's summer
season and is the opening event of the 2014/15 AsianYachting
Grand Prix. Mark your diaries: The 12th Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket
Raceweek will take place 15th to 19th July 2015.
Four days of tropical, warm weather sailing
and four nights of under-the-stars partying.
What more could you ask for?
Big thumbs up for
Cape Panwa Hotel
Phuket Raceweek
Fore the full series results
visit www.phuketraceweek.com/results
For more information
on the 2015 Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek,
visit www.phuketraceweek.com.
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Mount Gay Rumshowing their skills at the opening party_CPHPRW2014
Foxy Lady VI - winners of IRC Racing I_CPHPRW2014
Jessandra II on their way to a win_CPHPRW2014
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Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket) Predicted heights of water in metres above lowest low water Source: Hydrographic Department, Royal Thai Navy
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1 2.6 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.3 1.3 1.4 1.7 2.1 2.4 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.4 2.0 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.4 1.6 2.0
2 2.4 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.6 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.2 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.5 1.6 1.8
3 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.1 1.9 1.7 1.6 1.6
4 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.2 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.7
5 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.0
6 1.7 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.1 2.5 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.8 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.3 1.7 2.1 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.4
7 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.1 1.3 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.0 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.8 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.8 3.1 3.1 2.9
8 2.4 1.9 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.1 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.3 3.4 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.4 0.9 0.6 0.7 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.0 3.3 3.2
9 2.9 2.3 1.7 1.1 0.7 0.8 1.1 1.8 2.5 3.1 3.4 3.5 3.2 2.6 1.9 1.1 0.6 0.5 0.8 1.3 2.1 2.8 3.3 3.4
10 3.2 2.8 2.1 1.4 0.9 0.6 0.8 1.3 2.0 2.7 3.3 3.5 3.4 3.0 2.4 1.6 0.9 0.5 0.5 0.9 1.6 2.3 3.0 3.4
11 3.4 3.1 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.6 0.9 1.5 2.2 2.8 3.3 3.5 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.3 0.8 0.6 0.7 1.2 1.9 2.6 3.2
12 3.4 3.3 2.9 2.3 1.6 1.1 0.7 0.8 1.1 1.7 2.4 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.4 1.8 1.2 0.8 0.7 1.0 1.6 2.2 2.8
13 3.2 3.3 3.1 2.7 2.1 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.5 2.9 3.1 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.6 1.1 0.9 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.4
14 2.9 3.1 3.1 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.3 1.7 2.2 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.3 1.9 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.4 1.7 2.2
15 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.2 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.0
16 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.6 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.9 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.9
17 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.9 1.9
18 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0
19 1.8 1.8 1.8 19.0 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.2
20 1.9 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.3 1.9 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.1 2.4 2.6 2.7 2.6 2.4
21 2.1 1.7 1.5 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.1 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.2 1.7 1.4 1.2 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.6 2.8 2.9 2.6
22 2.3 1.8 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.7 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.6 2.9 3.0 2.9
23 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.6 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.2 0.9 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.4 2.9 3.1 3.1
24 2.8 2.3 1.8 1.3 1.0 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.8 3.1 3.2
25 3.0 2.6 2.0 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.5 2.1 2.7 3.1 3.2 3.1 2.7 2.1 1.5 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.1 3.3
26 3.2 2.8 2.3 1.7 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.2
27 3.3 3.1 2.6 2.0 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.5 2.1 2.6 3.0 3.2 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.1 0.9 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.0
28 3.3 3.2 2.9 2.3 1.8 1.2 1.0 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.3 2.8 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.3 1.8 1.3 1.1 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.3 2.8
29 3.1 3.2 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.6 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.7 1.3 1.2 1.3 1.6 2.0 2.5
30 2.8 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.5 1.3 1.2 1.4 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.3 2.0 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.2
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2 2.2 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.8
3 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.6 2.4 2.2 1.9 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.8
4 1.7 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.5 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.3 2.0
5 1.7 1.5 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.3 2.6 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.7 1.3 1.1 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.7 2.9 3.0 2.8 2.4
6 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.4 1.8 2.3 2.8 3.1 3.2 3.0 2.6 2.0 1.5 1.0 0.9 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.2 3.2 2.9
7 2.4 1.8 1.2 0.9 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.4 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.5 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.7 1.0 1.5 2.2 2.8 3.3 3.4 3.3
8 2.8 2.2 1.5 1.0 0.7 0.9 1.3 2.0 2.6 3.2 3.4 3.3 2.9 2.3 1.6 1.0 0.6 0.7 1.1 1.7 2.4 3.1 3.5 3.5
9 3.2 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.7 0.9 1.5 2.2 2.8 3.3 3.4 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.4 0.8 0.6 0.8 1.3 2.0 2.7 3.3 3.5
10 3.4 3.0 2.4 1.7 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.1 1.7 2.4 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.5 1.8 1.2 0.8 0.7 1.0 1.6 2.3 2.9 3.4
11 3.5 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.4 0.9 0.7 0.9 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.0 3.2 3.1 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.9 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.1
12 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.4 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.2 2.7 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.3 1.7 2.3 2.7
13 3.1 3.2 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.4 2.7 2.8 2.8 2.5 2.2 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.3 1.6 2.0 2.5
14 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.8 2.4 2.0 1.6 1.3 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.5 1.6 1.9 2.2
15 2.5 2.7 2.8 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.8 1.7 1.7 1.9 2.0
16 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.2 2.0 1.8 1.7 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.9 2.0
17 2.0 2.1 2.3 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0
18 1.9 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.2 2.1 1.9 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.1
19 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.3
20 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.6 2.3 1.9 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5
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23 2.7 2.1 1.6 1.2 1.0 1.1 1.5 2.1 2.6 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.1 1.0 1.1 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.1 3.3 3.3
24 3.0 2.4 1.8 1.3 1.0 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.8 3.1 3.1 2.9 2.4 1.9 1.3 1.0 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.3 3.4
25 3.2 2.8 2.2 1.5 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.0 3.2 3.1 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.9 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.1 3.4
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Scots, so Ima bit of a mongrel.
When did you move to Phuket? We frst moved here in 1999 so
that makes around 15 years on the island.
Had you been here before? I frst came here on holiday with my
Thai wife Pen in 1980. We stayed in Patong. In those days it was
altogether diferent as there were just four bars along the beach, one
real hotel and Bangla Road was a dirt track with a fewshops along
the sides. Plus there was no road over Patong Hill! Mostly the terrain
consisted of rice felds with sugar palms soaring over them. In a
word, it was idyllic.
What made you decide to come and live here? I was in Hong
Kong when the Thai baht went through the foor in 1997, the day
after Hong Kong reverted to Chinese ownership, and all the Asian
economies followed. After two years I could see the magazine I was
working for was going nowhere, so I looked around for another job
in the region. It just so happened that there was a position going
in Phuket. This was good for us because Pen is fromThailand so for
her it was like coming home though because shes fromSrisaket
she had a lot of trouble understanding the Pak Tai (southerrn Thai)
regional accent at frst.
What did you do before you came to Phuket? I was six years
as a reporter and then sub-editor on local papers in the UK. Then
I went to the Middle East in 1978 where I spent two years in Saudi
Arabia, followed by four in Bahrain, two in Cyprus and two in Dubai.
I then spent 11 years in Hong Kong, always on the editorial side in
magazines or newspapers, just the same as nowadays.
Where do you live in Phuket and what infuenced your choice
of location? When we frst moved here we were living on the edge
of Phuket Town, renting, and had been on the lookout for a nice
place to buy. To tell you the truth we werent too worried about
where. We looked at many pieces of land and properties before
eventually we found a small fruit farm, with a house on it, and we
both said, Oh yes, this is it. We moved in almost 10 years ago, just
before the tsunami in 2004.
What kind of car do you drive and why? My wife drives a Honda
Jazz which I use when convenient, but I also have an Isuzu pick-up
truck. Its nearly 15 years old nowwith about half a million kilometres
on its clock, but its tough and keeps going forever like most diesels.
Weve done road trips all over Thailand apart fromthe south, which is
on our list for next time we want to explore. Granted, its a beast and
not that easy to park, but its a fne, reliable machine. Plus, repairs are
cheap and just about anywhere in Thailand you can fnd someone to
fx any problems when youre driving a diesel.
Alasdair Forbes is the Executive Editor of Phuket News
the islands newest weekly newspaper. Well known
in the expatriate community, Alasdair has worked
for 40 years as a journalist and editor for many
publications in the United Kingdom, Cyprus,
the Middle East, Hong Kong and Thailand.
Photo by Tassaporn Srisod
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How its
HOWITSDONE BYSAYANGROPP HOWITSDONE BYSAYANGROPP
Paul Ropp Shop
Royal Phuket Marina 0 7636 0859
Surin Gallery 08 0538 1976
www.paulropp.com
Written by Sayang Ropp
Anybody walking down the street in a Paul Ropp outft
will soon get used to hearing, Oh my God! That fabric
is incredible!! Paul Ropp customers know quite well
that the fabrics used to make their clothes is one of the
major aspects that make themlook so desirable. Intricate
designs, the majority of which are hand loomed, hand
printed, hand embroidered, and hand produced.
Everything about the creation of Paul Ropp clothing
is done by people not machines. There is an intimate
connection between PR clothing and the PR wearer
stemming fromthe handcrafted materials that creates the
adventurous designs we wear.
Paul Ropp fabrics are created in all corners of the Indian
sub continent, fromnorthern villages in Varanasi, western
villages in Bengal, and the eastern villages in Tamilnadu
in the south. The production of these fabrics not only
provides direct, or indirect, employment to thousands of
people in rural India, but it also aids in the preservation of
traditional techniques of intricate handloomweaving and
embroidery. The process of providing these villages with
this means of livelihood is in keeping with the Ghandian
philosophy of providing self sustenance to the villages in
order to eliminate the dependency of village dwellers on
city life and city resources.
Paul Ropp
garments are one-
of-a-kind pieces
that create todays
look as tomorrows
valued possessions.
Written by Sayang Ropp
Done
Varanasi, on the other hand, is the source for the intricate
silk jacquard fabrics. These creations are produced by
means of fne silks woven on jacquard handlooms. The
loose threads on the back of the fabric, once completed,
are precisely hand cut to add the elegance that the fabric
exudes.
Paul Ropp values this hard work, and he prefers to use
the reverse side of the fabric in most of his hand cut silk
collections in order to bring out the dimensions and
texture that the fabric is able to provide. Usually, creating
a fabric such as this requires one week of hard work (from
weaving, to hand cutting, to production) in order to
merely make just ONE hand cut silk scarf.
Furthermore, Tamilnadus famous rich cultural heritage
and ancient weaving techniques allow for this destination
to be our main hotspot for woven country fabrics. Once
the fabrics fromtheir specifed locations are created, these
villages use silk screening methods, hand printing, or hand
embroidering in order to create the fnal production of the
elegant fabric as seen in Paul Ropp garments.
These methods and techniques of craftsmanship are what
give Paul Ropp fabric such importance and high value.
Each piece of fabric is unique and irreplaceable, which
only adds to the intense beauty it exudes. Interestingly,
the route which the creation of Paul Ropp pieces takes
touches all corners of the world, and all types of religious
values. Initially produced in Hindu India, the fabrics
are then shipped for manufacturing in majorly Muslim
Dying our hand spun ( hand made yarn ) hank dyed yarns
Photograph by Atul Tater
Powerloomweaving
Photograph by Atul Tater
Handloomweaving stringing our loom
Photograph by Atul Tater
Woodblock printing
Photograph by Atul Tater
The main source of the PR featherlight fabrics is West
Bengal, which was once famous for the fnest of muslins.
These fne-count fabrics are intricately woven on
handlooms and the only necessary means of production
these villagers depend on are their delicate hands, with
skills that have been passed down fromgenerations
within the village, and a passion borne out of years
of practice. This process of hand looming requires no
machines, constructing an array of entirely unique designs
for each development, making it almost impossible to
recreate.
Due to the intricacies of this fabric production, the
amount of weaving completed in a full days work only
results in a couple metres of fabric.
Indonesia where the pieces are worked on by Muslims,
Hindus, Buddhists and Christians. These pieces are then
exported to countries such as Buddhist Thailand and
Catholic Philippines among 35 other countries. The world
travel of Paul Ropp fabrics, to export production exposes
a constructive example of global cohabitation which
produces a sustainable alternative branching out to
global cooperation. Thus, Paul Ropp garments are one-
of-a-kind pieces that create todays look as tomorrows
valued possessions. The intricacy and skill of the process of
production fromvillage to fabric to garment creates for a
unique and timeless masterpiece desired by the museums
of tomorrow.
Choosing our color to weave
Photograph by Atul Tater
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Phuket Museums:
Kitschy Time Trip
Museums by their nature tend to be fusty and odd
and Phuket's two largest museums are no exception.
Informative? Sure. Eccentric? Defnitely.
Let's take a stroll through time ...
Millions of holidaymakers visit Phuket every year for a tropical
escape and leave with sunburns, smiles and sand between their
toes but, sadly, little idea of the island's rich history and culture.
Aiming to shore up the knowledge gap are two museums, the
Thalang National Museum, just east of the Heroine's Monument,
and the Phuket Mining Museum in Kathu.
The Mining Museumtakes some efort to reach but once you're
there you can't miss it. Housed in a large pink Sino-Portuguese
style building with a courtyard and fronted by a park and lagoon,
it's a rather incongruous sight in this remote, jungle-clad area of
Kathu.
In planning a museumthere must be decisions to be made
initially on how far back into the past to go. In this, the Mining
Museum leaves nothing to chance, ambitiously starting from
the beginning of time. Or, to be more specifc, the origin of the
sun, illustrated in a colourful hall with big dangling planets.
Fromthe space hall you enter a cave-like tunnel lined with
pictures of prehistoric creatures until you come face-to-face
with a hominid well, an ape-like, wild-eyed mannequin with
matted black hair, crouched in a cave, stone-age tools in hand.
Further along there's a more modern caveman clad in a rather
fashionable-looking leopard-skin loincloth, holding a spear,
looking none too pleased to see you. At this point you start to
wonder: Where's the tin?
The next hall answers this, featuring the museum's best
installation, an elaborate miniature diorama of an open-pit tin
mine operation in action. Hundreds of tiny workers are seen
working busily on the site, illustrated in great detail and whimsy.
While this and other, larger scenes depict some hard-working
souls toiling in the mines you can even see the sweat glistening
on their arms others show those who obviously didn't pull
their weight in Phuket's drive to tin-toned glory. In one hall
highlighting the arrival of the Chinese by sea, you walk a plank
between two large wooden ship models. Peek inside one of the
boats, and you'll spot a layabout, having a snooze on the deck.
Further along in the Chinese culture hall there's a man lazing on
a platformbed, sucking on an opiumpipe.
Some indoor and outdoor displays have explanatory signs in Thai
and English, while some are in Thai only. Others have peculiar
English phrasing, and some have no accompanying text at all.
The museumgives you some idea about Phuket's economic
and cultural development, but in a world with encyclopaedic
information and vivid imagery available at the touch of an
iPad screen, it falls a bit short in entertaining and informing
youngsters especially. And though it's only three years old,
there's already a distinct feel of neglect about the place.
Thalang National Museum, built more than 20 years ago, also depicts
scenes of times past with life-sized mannequins, the main one
featuring the legendary Phuket Heroines, Lady Chan and Lady Mook,
whose clever battle tactics saved the island frominvading Burmese
forces in 1785. Another scene shows King Rama I honouring the
sisters for their bravery and bestowing themwith the titles Thao
Thepkrassatri andThao Srisunthorn.
A small but informative place, the museumhighlights the geology,
geography and people that have shaped the culture of Phuket
and the Andaman region. The main entrance hall features exhibits
of Thai history in general, including its ties to the ancient Khmer
Kingdom, as well as the Indian infuence on the Andaman regions
culture and religion. Standing in the main hall is a 2.35-metre, 9th
century statue of Vishnu, found in the forest of Kapong district of
Phang Nga, a stunning example of Indias ancient link to the area.
The Hokkien Chinese infuence on the islands commerce,
architecture and culture is displayed in the third
hall, with shopfront scenes ofering
a peek into the daily life and
business of Chinese families.
Muslim and Chao Lay (Sea
Gypsy) cultures are featured
in the fnal exhibition hall,
THALANG NATIONAL MUSEUM
Moo 3, Srisoonthorn Road (Route 4027), Thalang;
100 metres east of Heroines Monument
Tel: 076 311426, 076 313397
Open Wednesday-Sunday 9am-4.30pm(closed holidays)
Admission: 100 baht
PHUKET MINING MUSEUM
Moo 5, Kathu-Na Koh Road (Route 3013), Kathu; about 3.5kmwest
of British International School on the way to Loch Palmgolf club
Tel: 088 7660962
Open Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm
Admission: 100 baht adults, 50 baht kids
ception.
including a scene of a sea gypsy boat-foating ceremony. In an
outdoor display are more sea-gypsy artefacts including model
thatch-roof huts and a traditional fshing boat.
Earning our vote as Phuket's most bizarre museumdisplay is the
Tsunami Exhibition Hall. Outside under a tin roof are long-tail boat
bits, a crunched-up car and other items salvaged fromtsunami
wreckage, arranged in a way that looks like, well, a trash heap. And
there are mannequins, of course! Mannequin body parts are strewn
among the wreckage, a head here, a torso there.
The takeaway fromthis tableau is that tsunamis smash stuf, but not
much else. Given the impact the 2004 Asian tsunami had on tens
of thousands of people across the region, much more could have
been done to memorialise this disaster.
hall, with sh
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Our verdict: More context, more interactivity, and fewer mannequins,
please! Our kids' verdict: 'Kinda creepy'. Upon seeing the hominid
model they wanted to leave!
Our verdict: Like the Mining Museum, the Wow! factor at Thalang
National Museumis low, but for a quick 'n' easy peek into Phuket's past
it's well worth a visit. Both are well worth including on your 'what to do
when it won't stop raining' list...
Phuket Museums Phuket Museums
Naiharn beach (Before)
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Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to
Karon Football Stadium www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Baluchi Indian
Baluchi is in the heart of Patong and in Karon, yet their relaxed
atmosphere, with soft background Indian music, creates a great
ambience perfect for either family dining or entertaining clients.
They take pride in using only fresh, authentic 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 their specialties. 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. Baluchi Karon opens 18:30 to 23:30 every day except
Saturdays.
Daily 1-11pm | +66 76 292526, +66 76 284555
75
B3
On the coast road just north of Patong
www.baanrimpa.com
63
B5
Baan Rim Pa Thai
Daily 12pm-midnight | +66 76 340789, +66 76 341768
'Location, location, location' as the saying goes. It doesnt matter
how good you are, if youre not in the right location, forget it.
Baan RimPa is one of Thailands best-known restaurants, with a
reputation stretching much further. It's perched on a clif, with
teak foors and the swish of the surf downstairs. There are some
restaurants that just encapsulate the wordromantic 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.
On a rocky outcrop, overlooking the Andaman Sea, Baan RimPa
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 nine
years in succession.
About Chef Vinod Singh Panwar
Chef Vinod Singh Panwar was born in
the norhern region o India and has been
cooking since his childhood. A natural
innovator, he has been interested in trying
new things since he was 16 years old. For the
past 18 years he has worked at many places
trying dierent cuisines and has also worked
in ve-star hoels gaining great knowledge
and experience about dierent dishes from
dierent regions. His concept o cooking comes
through his hear following his hands using
a large variety o ingredients.
Chef Vinods special Recipe Tip: If you do no
like spicy gravy, add cream with a topping o
ginger and coriander.
BALUCHI
For more information, contact:
Baluchi Tel: +66 76 284555
Ingredients
5 pcs chicken thigh (boneless) 1 tbsp garammasala
1 cup plain yoghurt 1/2 tbsp ground cumin
2 tbsp garlic & ginger paste tbsp coriander powder
1 tbsp deggi mirch powder tbsp mustard oil
1 tbsp salt
Method
Wash the chicken. Cut of and discard as much of the fat
as possible fromunder the skin, because the fat catches
fre while cooking and causes the chicken to burn. Dry the
pieces.
For the marination, combine all the ingredients.
Mix the marinade and the chicken and leave it for an hour
in the fridge, turning once or twice.
To barbecue, either a wood or a charcoal fre will do. Turn
the chicken often so that it doesn't burn, and when the
fre does fare up, extinguish the blaze by spraying it with
water fromyour spritzer. It takes about 15-20 minutes to
cook the chicken tikka.
Serve it with sliced onion rings, lemon and chilli with mint
sauce on the side.
Served with a
variety of Indian
breads and sauces
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The pier at Chalong Bay (next to Kan Eang @pier)
www.vsetrestaurant.com, sales@vsetrestaurant.com
110
G4
VSET Modern Western Cuisine
Daily 11.30am-11pm | +66 89 727 0067, +66 76 381159
VSET is arestaurant at its extraordinary best. VSET, pronouncedVi-
Sate, meansextraordinary inThai.
Its the frst gastronomic restaurant at Chalong pier and has a
naturally-thatched roof, quaint interior and an open kitchen where
you can see the talented teamworking on the menu. Whether you
prefer indoor or outdoor seating, this intimately proportioned venue
serves up delicious fare in a homey atmosphere.
VSETs creations combine established methods with local fare
and creativity producing a stellar menu. Notable dishes include:
Phuket lobster salad, foie gras parfait, cognac-famed lobster bisque,
Australian lamb cutlet, red snapper steak and honey-glazed pork
belly. These only touch the surface, while a fne wine list adds an
essential touch and a tantalizing selection of desserts rounds it all of.
VSET is centered on the palate, but its howeverything fts together
that makes this a truly extraordinary place.
The pier of Chalong Bay
www.kaneang-pier.com, sales@kaneang-pier.com
110
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Kan Eang@pier Seafood/Thai
Kan Eang, meaning "feel at ease", invites you to unwind with the
soothing sounds of the sea & a stunning viewof Chalong Bay. Savour
freshly caught seafood, Thai delights & selected Japanese dishes.
Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it's a destination.
Originally called Kan Eang 1, it has been preparing great seafood
dishes for more than 30 years and has long been a favourite among
locals and visitors fromaround the world. Kan Eang@pier continues
the tradition of satisfying any palate with its selected fresh seafood
and local specialities.
Kan Eang@pier has the fexibility to cater for everything from
intimate dinners to special events and large banquets.
Its friendly and attentive staf and seaside seating in an idyllic setting
ofer a relaxing and pleasant dining experience day or night. Enjoy a
panoramic viewof the yacht harbour and nearby islands.
Daily 10.30am-11pm | +66 83 173 1187, +66 76 381212
Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Clif
www.capesienna.com, fb@capesienna.com
40
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Plum Restaurant / Vanilla Sky
New, chic, Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, brings sophisticated style to
the tropical beauty of Phuket with its two unique dining venues
both with outstanding service, fne cuisine & views to match. Its
chic! Its modern! Its hip! Its laid-back! Its Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas.
PLUM Restaurant is 'reborn' with value as a main itemon its
menu. "Back to basics" with a fresh and creative touch, featuring
Mediterranean home-style & creative Thai-inspired dishes. Plum
redefnes value for money with over 20 wine labels under 1,400
Baht net. Fantastic views, great service complement this experience!
Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge the pinnacle of the resort serves
distinctive cocktails and interesting tapas backed by a breathtaking
view of Kamala Bay. Step out on the terrace, slip into one of the
chairs; you'll feel you've reached a small piece of heaven on earth.
Experience Cape Sienna & be surprised by the amazing location,
delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view
Plum 6-11.30pm Mon Closed | Vanilla 5pm-midnight | +66 76 337300
Mediterranean Tapas Bar
Located on the water's edge on Rawai Beach Rd
www.nikitas-phuket.com
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Nikitas International/Thai/Seafood
Daily 9am until late | +66 76 288703, +66 81 091 5788
South Phuket's premier beach-side bar & restaurant, Nikita's at Rawai,
is a real favourite. The absolute seafront, garden-sala caf-bar with
fantastic island views across Chalong Bay, a shady setting & cool sea
breeze is unbeatable for relaxing away balmy afternoons & evenings.
Time means nothing at Nikita's on peaceful Rawai Beach. The
well-trained teamofers real Thai hospitality, while guests sit happily
daydreaming for hours, observing life on the water & chatting with
friends. The extensive menu of authentic Thai food, fresh seafood
& the famous wood-fred pizzas along with a selection of over 50
quality wines, cool cocktails, icy cold beers, English draught cider,
delicious fruit shakes, an excellent cofee menu and service with a
smile is a winner with visitors as well as the many locals who make
Nikita's a second home.
Dine or relax under the sala, at garden tables or outdoors by the
sea. Great food, great music, great wine, great friends Nikitas.
THE KEE RESO ORT&SPA
For further information about
The KEE Resort & Spa
: +66 76 335888, www.thekeeresort.com
Tanapong (Note) &
Samornpun (Tarn) Somnam
When did you set up your business? Note: The KEE Resort & Spa
opened on October 1st, 2010. As we're local Phuket citizens and
have lived in the Patong area since we were born, we saw potential
and opportunities to establish a hotel in this area. Moreover, the
hotel business is a part of the travel industry the most proftable
business in Phuket. Also we wanted to create a business that would
complement the area and to create sustainable jobs and help
develop the community.
Where are you from? What is your hometown? Tarn: Were 100%
native. Our family has run businesses in the Patong area for more
than 30 years including real estate development, hotels and other
businesses.
Whats special / diferent about The KEE Resort & Spa? Note:
The KEE Resort & Spa is diferent fromother hotels in many aspects.
The design is unique as it's a contemporary hotel with old-style
Phuket architecture with a Sino-Portuguese touch. Every part of the
hotel has its own unique designs especially in the hotels outlets.
We ofer a fun, easy going environment with, of course, friendly
service.
Tell us something about your role in the business? Tarn: I take
care of mainly the Sales and Marketing department of the hotel.
My task is to bring business into the hotel by ofering our guests an
exquisite and enjoyable experience. I also take care of the hotels
image and public relations tasks.
Note: I mainly look after the overall hotel operations.
What are the main challenges? Tarn: There are a lot of challenges.
Firstly, there are new hotels appearing here and there which
sharpens the competition. Therefore, in terms of marketing, we
cannot stay still and have to constantly improve both our facilities
and services to be ready for the competition in the market.
Note: Secondly, the shortage of adequate manpower in the market.
Phuket hotels have sufered fromthis problemfor a long time
and unfortunately it will continue. Lastly, the politics; the recent
[situation in Bangkok] is a nightmare for all hoteliers and the Thai
travel industry. Drops in occupancy can be found everywhere
throughout the island. Fortunately, it seems that everything will get
back in place soon.
Whats your main target market? Tarn: Australians, SEAs, Oriental
countries and Europeans.
What do you like most about what you do? Tarn: I've a chance
to travel to many places and meet people around the world. I have
experienced many diferent cultures, cuisine and art. Also I have
gained knowledge by sharing information with people I have met.
And what do you like least? Tarn: The competition between
hoteliers especially marketing approaches that require lowering
roomrates and snatching people in manpower market.
What do you (and the business) hope / expect to achieve
within the next three-fve years? Note: I'd like the KEE Resort &
Spa to maintain its leading position as one of the best four-star
hotels in the market by ofering better hotel facilities and services.
I also expect to contribute more to society.
What do you see as your biggest successes to date? Note: The
biggest success is that the hotel has grown to be the leading 4 star
hotel in the market, is quite well known around the world, and the
business is still growing.
What changes have you seen in the market in your business
sector since you started? How have you responded to them?
Note: The mix of hotel guests changes every year. To counter
this, predicting trends in the market has to be done fromdaily
information gained frommany diferent sources.
Is The KEE Resort & Spa involved in any CSR programmes?
Note: The KEE Resort & Spa does a lot of CSR by taking part in many
social activities especially with the Patong Municipality. Right now
we send our staf members to help clean Patong beach every
Friday morning.
How would you describe your leadership style? Note: I'ma type
that works in a teamby taking opinions fromothers into account.
I always encourage my teamto share what their thoughts are.
Moreover, I always support themwhen problems arise and try
solving themtogether.
What is your over-riding ambition at this stage in your life?
Tarn: I want to make the KEE Resort & Spa a success by bringing up
a sustainable sales and marketing strategy that can be used as a
model in the future.
Executive Director of The KEE
Resort & Spa
54E6
Located at the pier of Chalong Bay, Phuket
Reservations 083 1731 187, 076 381 212
Email sales@kaneang-pier.com www.kaneang-pier.com
ANDAMAN SEAFOOD LOCAL THAI SPECIALITIES J APANESE CUISINE
A MUST RESTAURANTTO VISIT
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All changeat Phukets beaches All changeat Phukets beaches
P
icture the most idyllic beach scene ever: Nodding palms
languorously dancing in balmy westerly breezes, casting
ever-moving exotic shadows over a crescent-shaped
white-sand beach. Got it? Well youve pretty much envisaged
an archetypal idea of what most of Phuket Islands west coast
beaches looked like 25 years ago.
But fast forward to right now and youll see exactly the same vista.
So just how come Phuket managed to hold on to its 90s appeal?
To be honest it didnt and if youd visited the island just a year
ago youd have been forgiven for thinking that west coast Phuket
was Asias answer to Benidormwithout the high rises. Sure, the
beaches still had their obvious allure but, largely speaking, for the
most popular beaches of (fromsouth to north) Nai Harn, Kata,
Karon, Patong, Kamala and Surin, it was hard to see the sand for
sun loungers.
Happily all that has changed due to a recent vigorous and
impressively efective campaign to clean up Phukets beaches
and that means ridding the sands of not only sun loungers
but also many unwanted and ad hoc buildings, shacks, beach
clubs, restaurants, bars, shops, massage parlours, and other land
grabbing features. The islands coast has changed almost beyond
recognition and most defnitely for the better.
To understand this metamorphosis its necessary to go right to
the roots of the situation. By royal decree every beach in the
at Phukets beaches worthwhile activity.
This is mighty good news for those who love beaches without
any clutter and the resulting back-to-nature feel to them. And of
course for kids who love the freedomof a wide-open beach on
which to romp, build sand castles and do whatever they please
this is indeed a sandy Nirvana. But what about those who actually
enjoy end-to-end sun loungers and the immediate availability of
an ice-cold beer and a meal? Well, many of Phukets west coast
beaches have hordes of satellite businesses lining the roads
immediately next to the coastline. In other words, as long as a
business is not actually on the beach it is legal so you wont have
very far to go to fnd the amenities you desire and that includes
massages, meals, snacks and almost anything else along that line.
Its safe to say that when in Phuket do as the locals who much
prefer to take their own food and drink along, sit on shared straw
mats in the shade of the beachside trees and let the kids frolic in
the surf during the safe-to-swimmonths of November to April.
Beach life here is still loads of fun but with a lot more space in
which to enjoy it. Vive la difernce!
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Kingdomof Thailand is public land. Its dif cult for sun-starved
westerners to comprehend a certain indiference in the Thai
attitude towards their beaches (adjacent beachfront land was
generally allocated to sons of landowners who saw no future in
themor the land). Thai folks in the past saw no practical use at all
for their lovely beaches except to use themas construction sites
for their fshing boats and for repairing nets. Other than that they
were to Thai eyes relatively barren places.
Then of course over 20 years back the Thai tourist industry
erupted and visitors made a beeline for the beaches, almost
instantly creating a whole new and lucrative market for seaside
vendors and entrepreneurs on the lookout for as much proft
for the least investment possible. Little-by-little temporary, and
sometimes charmingly shambolic, businesses such as sun lounger
rentals and beach bars grew fromfy-by-night enterprises to
deadly serious money-spinners with a lot invested in the process.
And there lay the rub. No matter how charming or rustic that
favourite beach bar that you discovered is, its breaking Thai law.
Beaches are public land and building or doing business on them
in any way shape or formis by defnition illegal (if your hotel
claims to have a private beach lets just say that theyre stretching
the truth a little).
This is why recently the old laws were reinforced, causing a mass
evacuation of the beaches leaving themif not quite pristine,
totally changed. One question that has immediately cropped
up is, who will clean the beaches now that the sun lounger
people have gone? The encouraging response to this is that
locals both Thai and foreign residents have been organising
clean our beaches days out when hundreds of volunteers from
all walks of life collect and bag up the storm-driven southwest
monsoon detritus that washes up on Phukets west coast every
year between the months of April and November. Its a fun and
Naiharn beach (Before)
Naiharn beach (After)
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Kata beach (After)
Surin beach (After)
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Lemongrass founder, Bobby Duchowny, studied aromatherapy
a healing art that promotes massage, when combined with specifc
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 Bangkoks world-famous
Weekend Market.
What started, several years ago, as a modest enterprise has
blossomed into a successful operation ofering over 90 oils and
a wide range of body care products through many outlets, as
well as supplying many of Thailands 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.
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
Lemongrass House
To 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 fromtheir huge range, then take home your
choice to enjoy at your leisure. They even have a great range of kids spa products.
Daily 9am 8pm
: +66 76 271233
10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd.,
Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100
www.lemongrasshouse.com
25 percent aloe vera, white orchid and cucumber extracts. And hes
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 diferent scents at diferent times of day.
Its 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. Theyre 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 Cond Nast Hot List
2007, and has been featured in several top magazines, including
Time Magazines 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 and Surin Beach,
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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Phuket'sVegetarianFestival
If you wish to practise a strict observance during the
festival, here are the rules:
Maintain maximumbody hygiene
Use specifed kitchen utensils only for the festival
Dress in white or in very light colours
Behave yourself: physically and mentally
Abstain fromeating meat, fsh, eggs and milk
No sexual intercourse
Stay away fromalcoholic beverages and tobacco
People in mourning should not attend any ceremonies
Pregnant women should not attend any ceremonies
On the frst night of the ninth lunar month (October the 20th in
the Christian calendar), the sacred 10-metre lantern pole is raised
to facilitate the arrival of the gods, and at midnight, nine lanterns
are suspended, one for each god. In a slightly anomalous add-on,
the Hindu god Shiva is also believed to be present, and just to be
on the safe side, oferings are made to LamTao and Pak Tao. The
festival then continues for nine more days with much burning of
incense, banging of drums and letting of of freworks to ward of
evil spirits.
One of the strange and even controversial aspects of the
various processions (see the timetable above) is the activities
of the Ma Song or possessed horses. These religious zealots
transformthemselves into a trancelike state and performacts
of mortifcation which range fromclimbing ladders with steel
blades for rungs, walking across red hot coals and immersing
themselves in hot oil. In a further rather gruesome practise,
adherents pierce their faces and tongues with everything from
skewers to bicycle spokes. Oddly enough, this self mutilation
results in little bleeding or subsequent scarring. Stranger than
fction. However its not for the queasy so its probably best not to
bring the kids!
For most, however, the festival isnt so fraught. Many
restaurants and stalls all over the island will fy yellow
banners decorated with red script, proclaiming that
they are ofering authentic vegetarian dishes, and they
are delicious. Somehow the cooks manage to prepare
dishes which are just as tasty as the normal fare which
includes meat.
however, the festival isnt so fraught. Many
ants and stalls all over the island will fy yellow
ers decorated with red script, proclaiming that
are ofering authentic vegetarian dishes, and they
elicious. Somehow the cooks manage to prepare
s which are just as tasty as the normal fare which
des meat.
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copy of STREETS of PHUKET - 188 pages of detailed
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out where to get it at only 399 baht itll save you time and fuel.
This year the festival will be held
from 24 September - 2 October 2014
For more info see www.phuketvegetarian.com
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Chilled out by the soothing background music, I was flled with a
peaceful wellbeing as I enjoyed the warmtraditional Sukko welcome of
theFlower Floating Ritual likeLoy Kratong, where the idea is to foat
away past stresses and wish for luck and joy fromthat moment on
A variety of 40 spa treatments prepared by Sukko's certifed Thai
Herbalist and based on ancient Thai medical theory is ofered at
Sukko, in packages lasting from2 to 4 hours. Each package has a
specifc 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 Sukkos own herb garden and picked just for
your treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be.
I was pampered with theBe Balanced package; a 3-hour experience
that left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This 3-treatment
combination began with 30 minutes in the steamroomand the
Jacuzzi, followed by a Thai Turmeric Body Scrub designed to soften
your skin and awaken your senses. The scrub was followed by Sukko
Synergy Body Massage (see description opposite).
Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling? my therapist
asked me fromtime to time. Mmmperfect were the only
responses that seemed to suit how I felt.
Sukko Spas restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique
concept: "Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Elements". For those
who want to exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of ftness
opportunities, includingRue Sri Dat Ton (the hermit self stretching),
a traditional Thai exercise or, for something more strenuous, tryThai
Martial Arts, a traditional and efective art of self-defense.
Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My frst feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of
Sukko Spa was, "Imin paradise". The Sukko staf are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design,
infuenced by the ancient Siamese capital, creates a haven of calmyet regal serenity. I felt I had left all my troubles behind.
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Red Chili Restaurant
The philosophy behind Thai cuisine is that food is an everyday
medicine for health and longevity.
Rich in spices and medicinal herbs with anti-bacterial, anti-fungal
and anti-infammatory benefts to name just a few the Thai and
international bufet at Red Chili Restaurant promises a fun and
healthy dining experience with a view of Phukets Big Buddha and
the surrounding lush green scenery.
Lunch Bufet ( Daily 11am 2pm) THB 220
Dinner Bufet (Daily 5.30 9pm) THB 300
: +66 76 263222
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Color : Highlighting, multi dimensional weaves and foils, colour
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Hair cleansing support: Beautiful hair begins with clean hair and
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Hair colour support: Natural & organic hair colour, which are
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We do ''Special Occasion Styles'' for weddings, black tie events
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Daily 11am 10pm
: +66 76 600108
Jungceylon 2nd Floor, Bangla Mall, Banana Walk
Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150
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www.phukethairstudio9.com
Welcome to Hair Studio 9. Our experienced staf are committed to providing the most professional services. We are one of the most
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Our hair stylists have more than 10 years of experience and specialise
in hair extension, cuts, style and colour for women, men and children.
At Hair Studio9 we ofer the very best colour available in the industry.
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Hot Scents
Just steps away fromDelish
at the Fishermens Way
business centre, another
sensory delight has arrived
to the scene and this
one is completely fat-free.
Lemongrass, the acclaimed
spa products maker with
a factory in Cherngtalay, has opened up a branch to serve its
southern Phuket scent-seekers.
Were told the massage and essential oils have been the hot sellers
since the shops opening in September. Even just a brief visit to
the colourful shop is an uplifting experience, with so many exotic
tropical aromas fromylang-ylang to jasmine all bottled up in various
concoctions to help keep the body and mind fresh and clear.
Hot Sights
Theres no shortage of colour
along the coastal road linking
Rawai and Nai Harn, and we
always try to take a cruise
along this road if were starting
to sufer fromisland fever.
Though it attracts hundreds
of visitors every day, Laem
Phromthep remains an inspirational place and the perfect spot to
see the vivid colours of the sea, hills and sky stretching out as far as
the eye can see. Its still one of our favourite stops along this road.
Sunset at the cape is magnifcent, of course, but expect to share
your view with some big crowds.
The Phuket Art Village on Soi Naya 2 in Nai Harn is another place
to fnd heaps of colour, as well as a bit of whimsy and bohemian
style. This is a village like no other on Phuket, home
to a collection of Thai artists who live, work
and play in this ever-evolving life-sized
art project. They occasionally host
art-themed events and welcome
visitors any time to explore their
homes and galleries.
Found within walking distance
of the peaceful Laemka Beach,
the Ka Villa site has been a hub
of construction activity with 13
villas of the projects frst phase
expected to be complete in
late 2014. Phases two and
three, with another 23 villas, are
planned to be fnished in the
following two years.
Weve been told that 62% of the two, three and four-bedroom
villas of phase one have already sold, at prices from8.4 million
to 13 million baht. Highlights of each Ka Villa, aside fromthe
coveted location, include larger than expected rooms all facing
the focal point of the pool, high vaulted ceilings in the living room,
built-in kitchens and wardrobes and a Jacuzzi in the pool. With
the former Evason resort nearby set to make a comeback as an
InterContinental hotel in 2014, it looks as though the Laemka area is
ready to shift upscale in the near future.
Phuket Art Village
Welcome to the Phuket Hot List, our regular
series that gives you an inside look into the
island scene. This month, were cruising around
the southern beaches of Rawai and Nai Harn,
two areas home to a growing international
community, yet with a good dose of local
charm still shining through.
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Hot Eats
Rawai and Nai Harn are blessed to have both a thriving local dining
scene and diverse international favours. Fromsomtamto spaghetti,
there are some great fnds for foodies here. One of the restaurants
that best represents the blend of local and international is Nikitas, a
long-time favourite on the Rawai beachfront. Nikitas is a place we
love to go, not only if were craving some good western fare such
as pizza fresh fromtheir wood-fred oven or a burger, but also for
authentic Thai tastes.
Nai Harn Beach
Weve been told that Nikitas is set to boost its seafood oferings,
with fresh selections to be on full view on seafood boats in front
of the restaurant. Certainly there are plenty of choices for Thai and
seafood along the Rawai beachfront, but only at Nikitas do you
have a good choice of wine and cocktails to enjoy with your meal.
Were partial to the pia coladas, which always seemto help the
evenings roll along smoothly!
Nikitas
Hot Sweets
Well, we just cant decide. Where are the best desserts in Phuket? Is
it the moist, melt-in-the mouth carrot cake at Delish, topped by a
tasty creamcheese icing? Or is it the red velvet cupcake at Spoonful
of Sugar, a small morsel of chocolaty sweetness thats almost too
pretty to eat? Or is it the raw chocolate mousse at Friendship Beach,
a favourful blend of raw cacao, avocado and banana with a hint of
cinnamon? We never could decide so we just went for all three!
Tough to keep in bikini-ready shape with all these treats tempting
us every time we visit the area.
Hot Properties
Plunge Tropic Villas, found down a tiny soi of Sai Yuan, have
recently opened up a show home displaying their pool villas. With
a choice of one- or two-bedroomplans, these look to be ideal
especially for couples who want privacy and dont want a lot of
fuss. The villas also have one thing thats sadly lacking at many
developments in Phuket: a design by a certifed disability expert
that takes into consideration those in wheelchairs or with mobility
issues. The villas are still under construction and some are still
available for sale.
Ka Villa
Set along Nai Harns main Sai Yuan road, DaVinci restaurant has
been busy expanding its oferings with the opening of its classic
style deli about a year ago. Its now become the go-to spot for
those previously hard-to-fnd items such as sun-dried tomatoes,
walnut creamand white truf e oil.
Open at 11am, pasta lovers with a hankering for some delicious
noodles for lunch can dine in or take away some homemade
lasagna, bolognese, or the delis specials of the day. DaVincis also
expanding its reach geographically, with a new restaurant set to
open on Kata Noi at Kata Garden condominiumthis month.
DaVinci restaurant & deli
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Concept
The name for our development was conceived fromits natural
surroundings, perched high on a lush tropical hillside overlooking
a pristine bay. This exclusive low density estate of just 53
condominiumunits has been designed for discerning buyers that
appreciate the diference between a product that simply ofers a
view, and those that appreciate the optimum, namely The View.
Our architects have also drawn inspiration fromnature to produce
a simple yet stunning building formthat is modeled on the shape
and mass of ocean waves. The cleverly arranged tiers of units and
blocks represent the graceful curve of a wave and its continual
movement.
Location
The View is conveniently located on a private elevated position
overlooking the three cosmopolitan beaches of Kata, Karon and
Kata Noi, on the prestigious western sunset coastline of Phuket,
only about 800maway fromthe beach and just 45 minutes drive
south of Phuket International Airport.
Kata district is home to pristine beaches, high quality restaurants,
cafs, spas and banks with a pace of life generally considered
to be quiet and relaxed. For those searching for more frenetic
nightlife or shopping, the town of Patong is just 12 minutes
drive north. Beautiful Chalong Bay with its marina and expatriate
supermarkets is 10 minutes drive to the east with historical
Phuket Town 15 minutes drive further east.
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Architectural Style Living with Vision
The low-density, low-rise architectural style is a modern tropical
contemporary design with strong and deliberate emphasis
employed to maximise the view, whilst protecting personal
privacy. Careful selection of appropriate materials helps to
ensure the practicality and durability of the construction
without compromising the aesthetic or function of the units.
Each block is constructed in light bright white allowing excellent
natural light, whilst the generous windows and full height doors
allow optimum ventilation reducing reliance on air conditioning
and maintaining our commitment to greener sustainable
development. The Wellness Center with spa, ftness gym and
sauna is part of the facilities, as well as the restaurant and two
swimming pools.
Options
Our highly competitive pricing for these condominiumunits proves
there are still opportunities to invest in high quality real estate and
secure value for money. The units are designed to achieve both
signifcant rental returns and capital growth.
Strength Based Development Team
Our teamis a strength-based structure with each member
regarded as top tier specialists within their respective functions. Our
contractors DCM have successfully completed a number of high
quality developments that are regularly used as the benchmark
of quality amongst the developer community in both Phuket and
around Thailand.
Carefully selected consultants, each with
key local and international technical
knowledge, augment the core teamto
ensure the delivery of excellence in our
fnished product.
Contacts
29/17-18 Moo 5, Rawai
: +66 81 666 6622 : +66 86 943 9996
: +66 76 381488
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CONCEPT: Asimple change makes all the diference. Exceptionally
large, spacious and airy condos with specially designed dens and
hobby corners for weekend interests and activities. Cycling, surfng,
photography, painting, gardening and eating in or out are all part of
easily accessible lifestyles at Saturdays.
SERENE LOCATION: Situated in Saiyuan, near Nai Harn Beach on
the southern-most tip of Phuket, Saturdays is an oasis of spacious
one- and two-bedroom condos with special features for a diverse
range of weekend indulgences. The quiet roads and green hills are
an idyllic backdrop for all manner of weekend pursuits.
SPACE: Saturdays condo units come in fve distinct designs:
Live (57sqm) one-bedroom option with a large en-suite bathroom
and a cozy hobby corner.
Learn (84sqm) two-bedroom, two bathroom arrangement with
an extra al-fresco-style bathtub of the master bedroom and two
separate hobby corners.
Lux (95sqm) corner units featuring two large bedrooms and two
en-suite bathrooms, plus an al-fresco-style bathing area and an
extra-long terrace.
Love (80sqm) is a distinctly romantic two-bedroom, two-bathroom
arrangement with an exotic en-suite for the master bedroom.
Let (88sqm) is an extra large two-bedroom, two-bathroom set up
that can efectively be divided into two separate living spaces so all
or part of the property can be let out at the owner's convenience.
For more information
The Attitude Club Co., Ltd.
100/1000 Moo 5 Rassada Muang Phuket, 83000
: +66 81 968 3760, : +66 76 261542
Sales1@theattitudeclub.com
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Saturdays Condo
SPECIFICATION: Saturdays' one- and two-bedroom condos ofer
poolside access on the ground foor and three-metre wide balconies
on the three upper foors, with three-metre high ceilings that allow
natural sunlight to pour into every room and make every day feel
like Saturday.
CLASSIFICATION (PRICE RANGE): One-bedroom units from
4 million baht.
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION: Construction is planned to take 24
months, starting this October with completion by October 2016.
ABOUT THE DEVELOPER: The Attitude Club, a bespoke brand of
Phuket property professionals with a vision: a little holiday that makes
a BIG diference. The Attitude Club operates eight diferent brands
under its umbrella, which also includes the hospitality management
by Two Villas Holiday, interior dcor by Number Twelve; stylistic
hospitality at Foto Hotel; Wings, Peranakan-style villas; architecture
and construction management by Roof Design & Management;
urban hostel Blu Monkey; property management by Lemon Rabbit
and the latest villa-style condos, Saturdays, the extended phase from
Saiyuan Estate, organic passion villas.
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Location
When considering the purchase of property anywhere in the world,
location is always the most important factor for capital appreciation
and rental return. Plunge Rise Villas flls this need where the blend of
refreshing nature and warm design with mountain views is perfect.
Located just fve minutes from Phukets most beautiful white sand-
beach, Nai Harn, Plunge Rise Villas is in the heart of Phukets favourite
expat area where everything is so conveniently near. There are
many restaurants ofering every culinary delight you can imagine,
shopping at every corner, grocery stores just steps away, and all the
tourist facilities you could possibly need. If you want to get away
from crowded tourist areas, but still have all the conveniences of a
holiday destination at a fraction of the cost, Plunge Rise Villas at Nai
Harn Beach is the place for you.
Design your own villas
Plunge Rise Villas is the place where the indoor and outdoor spaces
merge to become one. Spacious indoor living areas fow smoothly
to grand outdoor terraces with both sunny and shaded areas
surrounding the infnity edge pool with a relaxing Jacuzzi and a
romantic waterfall. We ofer two-bedroom villas plus a wheelchair
plan. We also ofer the choices of extra designs to make your villa
unique. Each villa ofers 230sqm-250sqmwith teak vaulted ceilings,
solid wood foors, private attached carports, built-in wardrobes, walk-
in closets and wide opening doors that lend each villa a feeling of
grand open spaces, yet at a price far belowthe current market value.
Plunge Rise Villas satisfy the high demand for a reasonably priced
villa with exceptional quality.
Investment
Combining this prime location with value pricing and exceptional
construction quality guarantees you long-term capital appreciation
and high rental returns. For investors, holiday home buyers, or long-
stay residents, we ofer a complete range of property management
and rental options to suit everyones needs.
Dare to Compare
Going. Going. Gone! With prices starting at 8.6 million baht, we
dare you to compare our Quality, Location and Investment Value.
Come and see our project or contact us now to take advantage of
our introductory pricing.
For more information
: +66 94 583 9277 (Eng), +66 83 555 8724 (Thai)
Service@plungetropicvillas.com
info@plungetropicvillas.com
www.theplungevillas.com
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Contacts
SUER Real Estate Co., Ltd
Patak Rd., Karon, Muang, Phuket : +66 81 892 0247
Tan +66 81 893 6755 sales@karonbutterfy.com
Gianluca +66 84 923 2953, +66 81 270 0912 margianlu@hotmail.it
info@karonbutterfy.com www.karonbutterfy.com
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Location: Karon Butterfy Condominiumis located in the hills that
surround Karon, only 400 metres fromthe beach and shopping areas.
You can reach restaurants, entertainment centres and the beautiful
beaches of Patong, Kata and Kata Noi within minutes. There are also
three golf courses within a short driving distance.
Price Range: The company can ofer a variety of apartment sizes and
prices:
Flower Unit apartment (Building E) starting from3 million baht
Units Building F sold out
Units Building G only one unit available: one bedroomsea view4.9
million baht
Unit Building CD starting from4.6 million baht
Concept: Karon Butterfy Condominiumcombines Italian andThai
design, creating a modern style that refects the best of the two cultures.
Specifcation: At the end of February 2010, the frst phase of the
project was completed:
Building F with 9 apartments from2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and
living roomon the ground foor all with exclusive gardens and portico
- arcade, the frst and second foor units all have a balcony with sea
views (sold).
Building G with 7 apartments from1 and 2 bedrooms. Nowavailable;
1 unit on the ground foor with exclusive garden and portico arcade
price starting from4.9 million baht
The second phase of the project is Building E and is composed of
diferent types of apartments calledFlower Unit. They are apartments
on three levels from35 to 64sqmand consist of a kitchen corner with
one bedroom(some units in open plan) with balcony. Behind the
bedroomis located the bathroomwith shower, toilet, and sink. The
Flower Unit has sea views or garden views. Prices start from3 million
baht. Nowavailable only 6 units
Facilities: 300sqmswimming pool with Jacuzzi; restaurant, ftness and
wellness centre.
Building CD all units with sea views on three levels from46sqmto
119sqm, some units with one bedroomsome with two bedrooms.
The building is equipped with a lift.
The Third Phase of the project under construction consists of Buildings
A and B and are composed of diferent types of apartments on three
levels with sea views and pool views. Both buildings are equipped
with a lift.
About The Designers: The Italian Studio of Architecture STArg
(StudioTecnico Associato Architetti Rubelli e Gussago) (info@starg.it)
has worked together withThai Architects SRYT IKONSTUDIO(sryt@
windowslive.com) in the projects design and construction. See www.
starg.it for details of other projects undertaken.
The construction company is KMIT. The owner Khun Kovit Chankong,
together with his professional team, is well experienced in the
construction and renovation of luxury project villas, residential luxury
villas, complex apartments, and commercial/of ce buildings.
With the ethics of engineering professionals, they are committed to
ofer professional service to our clients. SAFETY is our prime principle
together with client SATISFACTION.
KMIT Construction Services
188/36 Moo 4, T. Thepkasattri A. Thalang, Phuket 83100
Tel/Fax: +66 (0)76 313048 Mobile: +66 (0)81 6520795
info@kmitconstruction.com www.kmitconstruction.com
Contacts
88 Land & Houses Hillside Sales Of ce
88/73 Moo 5, West Chaofa Road, Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130
: +66 76 521888, +66 76 383888 : +66 76 521555
info@lhphuket.comwww.lhphuket.com
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Location: 88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket is set in a truly central
location with convenient access to many destinations and just 15
minutes fromPhuket City. A number of white sandy beaches are close
by Nai Harn, Rawai, Kata and Karon all ideal for swimming plus a
number of famous tourists spots. Easy access to major department
stores such as Central Festival, Tesco Lotus, Big C, Index Living Mall
and Home Pro Village make shopping easy and convenient. Schools,
universities and hospitals are also within easy reach and a direct route
to Phuket international Airport makes for easy commuting.
Price Range: Prices start froman afordable 7.52 million baht.
Concept: Tropical serenity is the theme of 88 Land and Houses
Hillside Phuket which means that the houses are meant to exude
a sense of relaxation as if you were staying in a resort every day.
Beating in under the brand88, all houses in this project will have a
house number of beginning with 88.
88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket strives to provide the feeling of a
gateway to a resort, wherein dwellers can totally relax, away from the
hustle and bustle, completely in tune with the hillside location. We
try our best to make sure that once you step into your house, you
will feel as if you are walking into the garden of a mini forest.
Right fromthe arch at the entrance of the estate, we use large trees
for the main structure so that true relaxation begins there. We go the
extra mile to keep the plants and natural habitat in its original state
when working on landscaping around the estate.
Coming into 88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket should instantly
give that needed escape from the chaos outside after a long
day at work. Providing a peaceful escape that is both luxurious
and convenient is our main goal. This project is available for 100
families only.
Space: Various facilities are provided for all residents in the estate,
namely a park on the hillside with a panoramic view, featuring a
childrens' playground, a swimming pool and a gym. In terms of
security, we keep the estate safe 24 hours a day with key card and
CCTV systems.
Specifcation: This project occupies a large area and there are
three modern tropical house designs to suit. Topaz has 3 bedrooms
3 bathrooms in 170 sqm, Sapphire has 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms
in 201 sq.m., and Jasper has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms in 272 sqm
where the 4th bedroomis on the ground foor (which can be
adapted for use as a small of ce). They are all designed especially for
the slope of the hillside, categorised intoUp andDown style.
Every house is constructed under the theme of Baan Sabai (comfy
house) using Q-con lightweight concrete panels and solar refective
tinted glass windows to lower temperature in the house. Bathrooms
are clearly separated dry and wet areas, while the cold pantry is
separated the hot pantry. There is air-conditioning in every bedroom,
a water retreat, water pump and water tank underground and a
fnished garden.
About the Developer: Land and Houses is a real estate company
of choice for over 30 years with an enviable reputation for providing
high quality homes in beautifully maintained surroundings which
are ideal for families and couples.
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Kata Rocks Co., Ltd
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info@katarocks.com
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Kata Rocks
Location: Kata Rocks is a luxury boutique residence, built directly
on the oceanfront at the southern point of Kata Beach. It is only a
two-minute walk fromKata beach and the many restaurants, bars
and leisure facilities nearby.
Concept & Design: All 34 Sky-Villas have stunning infnity pools,
with uninterrupted ocean views and a huge space for indoor/
outdoor living. Ranging in size from191sqmto 460sqm, these
stunning Sky Villas ofer absolute privacy, a unique oceanfront
position, innovative technology, the best international building
standards and European furniture, fxtures and fttings.
Price Range: Only 8 Sky Villas are still available for sale; prices range
from38.5 to 95 million Baht.
Facilities & Service: Kata Rocks ofers the benefts of a boutique
resort with personalised concierge-style service, an oceanfront
restaurant, lounge, library, a fabulous sunset-facing bar, a large
function room, 35mlap pool, wellness & spa facilities and a cutting-
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Contacts
Massa Luna Sales Of ce
Nai Yang Beach (in front of Nai Yang Beach Resort)
: +66 96 139 0005-7
massalunaphuket@gmail.com
www.massalunaphuket.com
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MASSA LUNA CONDO
Location: Massa Luna Condominiumis a luxury beachfront
property at Nai Yang beach. Surrounded by mountains, pine trees
and the sea, Mass Luna just 3 kmfromPhuket International Airport
exudes a peaceful atmosphere at one with nature.
Concept & Design: "The Majestic Pearl of Phuket" is the theme of
Massa Luna Condominium, promoting a creative, relaxed vacation
lifestyle, enhanced by the sea breeze and 360 degree views. Designed
with family living in mind, the foor plans allowyou to create your
own spaces. For example, sliding glass doors between living room
and bedroomexpand the open living space. All construction
materials are of the highest quality. At Massa Luna Phuket, The place
of Peace, youll enjoy the luxury lifestyle of your dreams.
Price Range: Prices start fromTHB 3.4mto THB 14m.
Specifcation: There are six types of room, all with modern
tropical style interiors and fully furnished. Living space is between
40 - 83.5 sqm. Options are one bedroomor two bedrooms; all rooms
have a spacious living room, bathroom, kitchen and balcony.
Facilities & Service: Massa Luna Condominiumofers a huge
common area, luxury 5-star hotel-style lobby, ftness room, spa,
sauna and games room. In addition, there is a swimming pool with
tropical garden, Jacuzzi pool and kids' pool, rooftop sky garden and
Infnity pool in every building. In terms of security, there is key card
access fromthe entrance to each unit, 24-hour security and CCTV.
About the Developer: PremiumProperty Development.
As Chonburi's largest property developer, the Porchland Group
continues to be on the cutting edge of design and operational
ef ciency. Fromland acquisition and architectural design through to
construction, marketing and property management, the Porchland
Group is involved in every stage of property development.
Rental Guaranteed: Three years 6%rental yield returns up to 18%
- As a home owner, peace of mind is assured that the Massa Luna
Condominiumand residence will be managed by a professional
property management company that will ensure that high
standards of service and quality are maintained. Rental guaranteed
for three years at 6% rental yield, returning up to 18% on each
property and throughout the condominium.
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Jungceylon Marketing Booths Kata Beach Information Centre
Moon Terraces 2 from THB 50m
Sea viewcondominium fromTHB 3m Walk to Surin Beach! THB 2.5m
Patong Promenade Business Centre
Stunning ocean view fromTHB 3.4m Luxury OceanView fromTHB 4.3m
Private pool villa fromTHB 5.9m Condominiumin town THB 2.3m Great Investment fromTHB 1.79m
Beach front Condo fromTHB 3.1m
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RAWAI: The frst ever beachfront
condominiums in Phuket. Far enough
out from town to avoid the noise, but
close enough for that early adventure and
island trips, nearby shopping or scuba
diving. Guests will fnd all they need for a
wonderfully relaxing holiday and stay.
TRI TRANG: Appealing location just a few
kms from Patong's bustling nightlife and
entertainment centre, but far enough away
to be peaceful. Tri Trang is ideal for those
who want to party all night and come back
to a place where they can relax and unwind
PATONG: Competitively priced elegant
sea view low-rise condominiums in a high
occupancy area of Patong. Located on a
lush and tranquil hillside on Asia's fnest
resort island of Phuket, situated well above
the much sought-after west coast beach
community of Patong.
PATONG: Conveniently located across the
road from Jungceylon shopping mall,
adjacent to Bangla Road. Visit us without
obligation to discuss property ownership/
investment with one of our senior property
consultants over a refreshing cold drink.
KALIM: located on the Kamala-Patong
road, Kalim Beach. Emerald Phuket
Developments have done it again with your
own private Kalimbeach within 100mfrom
the condominium, and some breath-taking
views that you'll never forget.
SURIN: Located in a prime area, this modern
address ofers a rooftop swimming pool,
ftness centre and shuttle bus service that is
guaranteed to make anyone who stays there
feel they're really on vacation. Well-packaged
product and great value for money.
LAYAN: On 3 rai of land in this prestigious
area, the project ofers magnifcent views
of lagoons and the Laguna Golf Course.
Includes studios, 1- and 2-bedroom units
and penthouses. Set to revolutionise
Phuket's condominium market with resort-
style apartments at afordable prices.
KATHU: Centrallylocatedwhereall amenities
are within easy reach, no matter what you're
looking for. It's only minutes away fromfrst
class shopping malls, local Thai markets,
tourist destinations, international hospital,
golf courses and much more.
KOH SIREY: High quality oceanfront homes
with private pier and boat mooring at only
5mins drive to townThis area is under major
development by luxury hotel brands that
will only add value to this address. Show
house available to view.
CHALONG: This project is on the southern
coast of Phuket Island, a few minutes from
Chalong Pier. The feeling of relaxation that
this luxury space promotes is a breath of
fresh air, like an emotional massage of the
senses making any vacation seem like a
break in paradise.
PATONG: We have a couple of Information
Centres in Patong's biggest shopping mall,
where our promotional staf will be more
than pleased to assist you in setting up a
meeting with our professional consultants.
KATA: Located on Kata Beach, our
information point allows you to have all
your property-related questions answered.
Our of ce is open Monday Sunday from
9am-6pm.
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Endless Views THB 37m
StunningViews fromTHB 16.9m
Hidden Eden fromTHB 10,000/night
Hot Deal THB 10.9m
Prestigious Villa fromUSD 1,850
Un-interruptedViews THB 38m Private Pool Villa THB 13.9m
Built withTaste fromTHB 19m Boutique Villas from THB 10m Sea ViewPenthouse THB 22m
Oceanfront Condo fromTHB 2.4m
Pool Villa fromTHB 35,000
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RAWAI: First ever oceanfront condominium
development, managed by a worldwide
branded hotel, Best Western Plus. Project
combines studios, 1 and 2 bedrooms units.
Key Features: Rental Program, Freehold
Available.
NAI HARN: Situated in a peaceful location in
Nai harn, this 2 bedroom villa enjoys a chic
and stylish design. Set over two levels with
its very own private Jacuzzi pool andgarden.
Long termand holiday rental available.
BANGTAO: Situatedin thecenter of Bangtao,
this beautiful Villa ofers un-interrupted
views over Bangtao Area. The Villa features 4
bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, private swimming
pools, garden.. Build over 600 sqm+
RAWAI: Tropical Villas, ideal as holiday home
or permanent residence. Each villa is built
on 4 levels, designed to allow the best views
possible. 4 and 5 bedroomare still available
NAI HARN: The Villa is hidden in a beautiful
gated estate set over 2,600 sqm of tropical
landscaping. This 4 bedrooms pool villa is
ideal for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.
Features, yoga area, spa, swimming pool.
KOH KEAW: 4 bedroom villa located in a
small estate near Boat Lagoon and the
British International School. Features double
car park, garden area, open living dining
area giving on to the swimming pool. Also
available on Rental
NAI HARN: In the heart of Nai harn, walking
distance to Nai harn beach, this 4 bedrooms
pool villa features all keys for a frst buy.
Great Investment Opportunity, Great Rental
potential!
SURIN: This prestigious private pool villa
with 180 degrees stunning views over Surin,
Bangtao. Features 6 sea view bedrooms,
Spa, Movie theatre, private chef and house
staf. Experience your own private paradise,
while enjoying a personalized 5 star service.
YAMU: Located in Cape Yamu, this beautiful
3 bedrooms Penthouse of 235 sqm allows
Space, Quality and Intimacy. Built in a
very special enclave development of only
12 duplex apartment. Surrounded by a
generous landscaping.
BANGTAO: Located in a quiet and natural
surroundings between Layan and Bangtao
Beaches . A creative boutique collection of
pool Villas, ranging from2 bedrooms up.
KALIM: Located in a beautiful estate on
Kalim Hill. This 2 bedroom villa ofers 337
sqmof luxury with Stunning views over the
Andaman Sea. Privae plung pool situated
on the top foor to allow the best views
possible.
LAYAN: Starting at THB 19 m, These
apartment continue the tradition of great
ocean views and quality. Private infnity
pool and a choice of 2,3 and 4 bedrooms
apartments built on one level. Only 18
Exclusive units available.
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For more information
Of ce 366/1 Srisoonthorn Rd, Cherngtalay, Thalang Phuket
Sales booth at Central Festival.
: +66 95 079 6565 (Eng), : + 66 89 594 6888 (Rus)
www.diamondcondominium.com
www.facebook.com/diamond condominiumbangtao
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I want to build something I would love to buy myself.
These were the words of Mr. Jo DHondt at the recent soft opening
at the Diamond Condominium sales of ce in Bang Tao describing
his vision:
We want to make something in Bang Toa that people can buy, that
has good quality and good value in a good location for a correct and
afordable price.
Diamond Condominium Bang Tao is the brainchild of Belgium-
born business partners Jo DHondt and Rudy Maes, who were also
involved in the development of the nearby Diamond Beach Club at
Surin beach.
A large communal park, luxury waterfront living with pool access,
eco-friendly architecture, a historic setting and a picturesque
downtown just a stroll away. To pull all four elements together in
one location requires a leap of imagination. Diamond Condominium
gives you just that, and so much more
Concept
Here at Diamond Condominium, every unit is a luxuriously-designed
work of art where you can actually open up to breathe in fresh and
gentle breezes, as well as appreciate the lush tropical landscape that
covers approximately 6 rai (9,600 sqm). Diamond Condominium
contains four separate buildings surrounding a central swimming
pool and landscaped community recreation area. In all, the four
buildings will contain 388 units with a total building size of 8,200 sqm.
You certainly can immerse yourself in the relaxed lifestyle of comfort
at Diamond CondominiumBang Tao. This is coastal living at its best.
Location
Diamond Condominium is located within walking distance of
amenities such as Villa Market, a local Thai market, several mini-
marts, beach clubs and restaurants on BangTao beach. There are full
car parking facilities. The communal park and a hillside rock garden
surround the building with native plants and trees to enhance the
park-like feel.
Specifcation
There is a range of foor plan confgurations available for both one-
and two-bedroom condos. Room type A, is the entry level one-
bedroomofering a bathroom/toilet, kitchen, dining and living area.
Price & Completion
Pre-sales have started for the 150 new condo units in buildings 'B'
and 'C', with prices ranging from2.6 5.9 million bath, equating to an
average of 77,000 baht per sqm. Construction is expected to start in
June this year, with a projected 1.5 years completion date.
On top of this, the developers are also ofering an excellent rental
return of 7% per annum for 3-5 years. Rental arrangements will be
operated with a hotel-like management style to ensure that tenancy
rates remain high.
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Diamond Condominium Bangtao
A Coastal Living Style
For further information contact:
Phuket: Wana Park, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherng Talay
: +66 76 620168 : +66 76 620169
Bangkok: Brighton Place, Soi Soonvijay 6,
Petchburi Road, Huay Kwang
: +66 2 716 6216-8 : +66 2 716 6219
www.tile-asia.com info@tile-asia.com
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both exterior and interior
With showrooms in Phuket and Bangkok, our boutiques ofer
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showroom and presenting you with an easy reference point for all
your foor and wall solutions.
In stock Italian porcelain tiles and the highest quality European
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home and of ce renovations as well as larger commercial, residential
and condominium projects.
We ofer a wide range of solutions to fooring requirements in
pricing, whilst maintaining the same high standards of material
performance and customer care.
After sales services include the supply of accessories and machinery
for installation and fnishing, and care & maintenance products.
Our Phuket showroom is not dif cult to fnd. It is located in an easily
accessible area of Cherng Talay, at Wana Park on Srisoonthorn Road,
not more than 5 minutes from the Two Heroines Monument.
Or if you are on a visit to Bangkok, drop by the showroom at Brighton
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and training can burden a company or property owner.
Intrusion alarms occur on one system, access badges are administered in
a stand-alone database, and intelligent digital video technology runs on
dedicatedcomputer equipment. Each systemrequires service, maintenance,
administration, and training.
ISS single systemenables greater fexibility to add security components that
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Tambol Rassada, Amphur Muang,
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reetings Aliens, foreigners and all those who think they can
guess or hope the laws relating to labour and immigration
somehowwork in their favour. If you are planning to visit the
United Kingdom, my former home, anytime soon let me advise you
not to Google obtaining a VISA to go to, or attempting to work in,
the UK and then followthe advice blindly. Similarly, dont pick the
highest Google rated Thai or other country-based web forums for
your visa and work permit advice! And, if you ever hear the words
No problem, we can fx it, increase your radar settings to maximum
frequency for anything that might be a shortcut, misinterpretation
of the lawor downright cowboy-esque shootingfrom-the-hip style
approach to your right to be in this beautiful Kingdomof Thailand.
Can I just pop into Thailand and conduct a seminar?
No. The type of visa you require is a Type ED visa. This covers word
study tours, observation tours, participating in projects or seminars
and studying as a foreign Buddhist monk.
Once you have the correct visa, you then need to obtain either a
full work permit, or a temporary work license known as a WP.11
Ima hobby DJ and would like to bang out some tunes at my
favourite hotel bar and maybe pick up some chicks and free drinks
while I do so. I dont want to go through the hassle of obtaining a
temporary 15 day work license for just a fewhours. Is that OK?
Predictably, no. You may be a popular DJ in your local discotheque,
but that wont help you if you DJ in Thailand without the correct
legal documents. Performing as a musician or other type of
performance is not generally restricted under the list of activities
reserved for Thais in the Alien Employment Act.
If you intend to conduct a one-of performance, you may be able to
do so with an authorised WP.11, provided it clearly denotes precisely
what you will be doing and is supported by the correct visa.
Even if you live in Thailand and already have a work permit for another
job, unfortunately you cant simply pick up your memory stick and
CDs, visit your local club and start hammering out your tunes.
My accountant advised me to become a director of my Thai
company and told me I dont need a work permit for that. In my
home country, I have business friends who are Non-executive
Directors. If I dont sign any documents, but attend a few
meetings or teleconference calls here and there, surely I can get
away with not having a work permit. A friend of mine telephoned
a Global Big 20 frmand asked the same question, and they told
her over the telephone not to worry about it. Is that OK?
The defnition of work is to exert efort and employ knowledge
whether or not for wages or for other benefts. Clearly, you cant
avoid the law simply by not being paid. Further, there is a minimum
salary that foreigners who are working have to receive. By asserting
that you are not working, when in fact you are, and then further not
declaring the minimumsalary and paying tax on it, you will be in
violation of multiple laws and regulations.
If you receive verbal advice, or unqualifed advice, and rely upon
it, you run the risk of being placed in a situation where you are
interviewed by a government of cial and the best defense you can
ofer is that you received an OK on the telephone froma friend.
Even if you dont sign documents as a registered director of a
Thai company, you will most likely have to (a) attend a meeting
now and again, (b) discuss the business and apply your mind to
it, (c) communicate with shareholders or approve shareholder
communications, (d) accept liabilities and very importantly
whether you have signing authority or not, (e) potentially deal with
any litigation lodged against the company or you as a director.
Directors tend to panic somewhat when they realise they may
have to testify in court regarding a company matter, and will also
possibly have to explain that they dont have a work permit.
Recently, a Phuket Immigration of cer at the airport asked me if
I could speak Thai and when I admitted I could (Chai Khrap, Khop
Khun Khrap), he immediately asked me for my work permit. Do
all foreigners who speak Thai need to have work permits?
A work permit is not a document granting permission for you
to enter the Kingdomof Thailand. Your passport is your of cial
document and, in fact, the Immigration of cial is not carrying out
a specifc duty in requesting your work permit, as this is a duty of
a competent of cial or Registrar of the Employment Department
under Section 24 of the Alien Employment Act 2008. It is not illegal
for the Immigration of cer to ask, but you may politely decline to
answer, or state you do not have it with you or do not have a work
permit. You must make sure you are following the rules under the
Immigration Act 1979 though. But speaking Thai, and admitting
you do so, should not result in an additional requirement for you to
ofer up a work permit.
I bought an apartment overlooking a football stadium and a
beach club as part of a managed estate. Im a qualifed lawyer in
Australia and my neighbours thought it would be a good idea
if I joined the committee that manages the estates common
areas, fees and management decisions. As the committee is not
registered under Thai law, I dont think I need a work permit to
join. Additionally, my salary is so large in Australia that I dont
need a salary here, so I cant see how Im working if I simply join
this committee. AmI right?
No, you are wrong. A committee, often tellingly described as a
working group or steering committee is a function of persons
carrying out tasks in order to beneft their properties individually,
and collectively. On the face of the facts above, a temporary work
license would be required for each meeting WP.11, or a full work
permit for permanent membership of the committee. However,
to join a Housing Development which is regulated under Thai law,
and to be a committee member, it is arguable (but not absolute
fact) that a work permit should not be required. This is because
such functions are, under law, necessary as part of the functioning
of the estate. There are issues, though, with such an interpretation
as foreigners will generally own leasehold in such estate, or may
own a minority shareholding in a Thai company of which they are
most likely a director, and therefore do need a work permit.
By Desmond Hughes, Senior Partner, Hughes Krupica. Co-written by Khun
Kanokporn Amonsatapipat, Paralegal, Hughes Krupica.
Hughes Krupica is a law frmwhich specialises in Real Estate; Construction;
Hospitality; Corporate; Dispute Resolution; and Litigation, operating in
Bangkok and Phuket, servicing clients in relation to their business activities
in Thailand and in other regions of Asia. www.hugheskrupica.com
Some of my football heroes are planning to visit Thailand to
take part in a friendly tournament. They receive sponsorship
benefts, and Im sure a few other benefts whilst theyre visiting.
Do they need a work permit?
Technically yes. A special Visa Type B is required, with a temporary
work license WP.11. However, applications can be made through
the Sport Authority of Thailand for special consideration fromthe
Ministry of Foreign Afairs to allow an expedited process, but within
the parameters of the law.
I applied for a work permit, and the of cer receiving my
application said he was very busy at the moment, and would get
back to me within a fewmonths. This is going to be a problemfor
me, as I need to pay rent, pay my Thai staf, and I cant see how
I can work and produce income without a work permit. Does the
of cer knowthis? Howlong is he supposed to take to process my
application? Can I sue himor the government department?
Of cers are generally aware that persons seeking a work permit need
ef cient processing of their applications for personal reasons relating
to income and prospective work. Under S.12 of the Alien Employment
Act 2008, the registrar must issue permits to aliens within seven days
of receiving the complete application. Issues can arise when an of cer
asserts an application has a defect or is incomplete.
If you feel you have been wronged in your application, you should
bear in mind the following law: Article 9, Para 2 of the Establishment
of Administrative Courts and Administrative Courts Procedure Act
1999, permitting action for a state of cials neglect of of cial duties
required by law to be performed without unreasonable delay.
An action under this provision can only be instituted where
an administrative agency or state of cial has a particular duty
to performunder the law, but neglects it or performs it with
unreasonable delay. In this case, the Administrative Court may
issue a decree by directing the Head of the Administrative Agency
concerned, or the state of cial in question, to performthe required
duty within the time specifed by the Court.
What is the penalty for working with no Work Permit?
Under S.5 Alien Employment Act: An alien working without a work
permit shall be liable for punishment of imprisonment not exceeding
5 years or a fne from2,000 baht up to 10,000 baht or both.
The consequences of a criminal conviction for foreigners who need
to stay in Thailand can be devastating. They may lose the rights to
enter Thailand in extreme circumstances, and thereby may lose the
right to see their families too.
What is the penalty if a government of cer asks for a bribe?
The penalty includes death. Under section 149 of the Thailand
Penal Code: Whoever, being an of cial, member of the State
Legislative Assembly, member of the Changwat Assembly or
member of the Municipal Assembly, wrongfully demands, accepts
or agrees to accept for himself or another person a property or any
other beneft for exercising or not exercising any of his functions,
whether such exercise or non-exercise of his functions is wrongful
or not, shall be punished with imprisonment of 5 to 20 years or
imprisonment for life, and fned 2,000 up to 40,000 baht, or death.
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ikki Beach Phuket, the 10th permanent location of the world-
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welcomed over 50 of soccers biggest names for a glamorous dinner
and cocktail reception at the world famous beach club on Saturday,
August 9th, 2014.
The players of the Emerald EPL Masters Tour were treated to Nikki
Beachs signature brand of global cuisine, live entertainment, and
luxurious, over-the-top ambience. In attendance at Nikki Beach
Phuket included legendary players Louis Saha, Lee Sharpe,
Robbie Fowler, Zico, Pyapong, Piyapong Piew On,
Wangchan, Chaikaew, Chan-im, and Puangchan.
Nikki beach Phuket welcomed
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on the island and is home to langurs, barking deer, mouse
deer, bears, wild boar, monkeys, gibbons and more than a
hundred species of birds. Guides can be hired.
Inside the Park is Bang Pae waterfall a beautiful, shaded
cascade with a pool at its foot, where kids can cool of. Near
the waterfall is the Phuket Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre
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comprises Nat Thon, Nai Yang and Mai Kao beaches. The
park is a fascinating combination of mangrove swamp and
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Theres another pretty waterfall at Kathu fromPhuket City
take the Patong road and turn right opposite the Loch Palm
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Near the park headquarters is Ton Sai waterfall with a
restaurant alongside; a delightful setting for lunch. To get
to Khao Phra take the north road fromPhuket City towards
the airport, and after 20 kilometres turn right at Thalang. The
park gates are reached after seven kilometres.
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