The Guide Phuket September 2014

CONTENTS September 2014 Cover photo : 5 Star Massage & Beauty Salon

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THE GUIDE LIFESTYLE

THE GUIDE DINING

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Introducing Chef Thanasak Thipayaroek Life’s a Beach Events & Promotions The Guide Social Phuket Pulse Shopper’s Delight

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Let’s do brunch Brunch at Regent Phuket Cape Panwa Restaurant Highlights East 88 Beach Lounge Koffee Culture

THE GUIDE BEAUTY THE GUIDE ACTIVITY 12 18 20

Hot Activity Activities on the island Quest: Fun is only a small part of the exercise

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Spa Highlight Juicy 5 Star Massage & Beauty Salon

TIMETABLE THE GUIDE HOTELS & ACCOMMODATION 22 24 26 48

Phuket Beach Clubs Hotel Highlights DusitD2 Phuket Resort The Emerald Nirvana Patong-Kalim

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Bangkok Airways Timetable Thai Airways Timetable

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Food & Restaurant

Introducing

Chef Thanasak Thipayaroek Executive Chef of Jasmine B Restaurant Many job achievements are measured by the amount of work done, or in some cases by reputation, but for one job success is measured by deliciousness and creativeness.

You’ve probably already guessed that the job we’re talking about is a ‘Chef’, and there’s no doubt that when we’ve seen a dish, beautifully presented on a plate, and when it tastes just as good as it looks, then it’s very hard to forget.

What we have to remember is that a Chef is behind this work of art, and that his job is not an easy one in which to succeed. This is especially the case with a Chef working in Phuket which has such a huge restaurant industry, one of the most diverse in the country.

For this issue of The Guide, we had an opportunity to interview Chef Thanasak Thipayaroek, he has experience working in some of Phuket’s leading hotels and resorts and is recognized in the industry due to his ability to stand out with his wonderful modern fusion style of cooking, of which he is pretty much at the forefront. Chef Thanasak has recently been appointed as Head Chef at a new luxury restaurant on the Chalong Circle, “Jasmine B Restaurant”.

Please introduce yourself I was born in the province of Prachinburi and have been interested in cooking from a very young age. I began my career working in a restaurant in Bangkok where I progressed to a Sous-Chef, however, about 20 years ago I chose to come and work in Phuket and during this time I have worked at a variety of hotels. In my 20 years here I have put a tremendous amount of effort into my role and thankfully I was rewarded for my effort when I became Executive Chef at Woraburi Phuket Resort & Spa, followed by Andaman Cannacia Resort & Spa, Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa and La Flora Resort Patong.

What goes into creating a new menu?

As a Chef, you should be knowledgeable about food from all around the world, and I love to travel to foreign destinations to taste various cuisines, it allows me to have new perspectives on what I want to offer on a menu, it also helps me develop my abilities. When designing a new menu it is important to have a good understanding of what the restaurant wants to offer and to understand each and every ingredient of the dishes you are going to offer. Personally, I prefer to cook Modern Fusion Western cuisine which combines various cuisines, and for me the presentation of my dishes is very

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important. It gives me great satisfaction when a customer wants to take pictures of the food we present. And obviously the most important thing is the taste, and new dishes are taste tested several times until the entire team agrees that the taste is perfect and ready to add to a menu. This is how I work.

What are some recommended signature dishes at Jasmin B Restaurant?

It is important for people to understand that at Jasmin B Restaurant the building and décor of the restaurant are equally important as the quality of the food and drinks we offer, and I personally believe that our restaurant is great for food lovers looking for a new dining experience. However, to answer your question, dishes which are creative in both presentation and taste, and which I’m sure your readers will love are Charbroiled Australian Grain Fed Beef Tenderloin, Grilled NZ Lamb Rack, Seared Tuna Marinated Sesame, Keaw Waan Goong Yang, Grilled Pork Medallions with Mango Chutney, and nally Double Chicken Lemongrass Consomme.

Jasmine B Restaurant 3 Moo 8, Chaofah Rd. (West), Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130 (Opposite Homepro Chalong) Tel: +66 (0) 76 384 237 Fax: +66 (0) 76 384 238 www.jasminb-restaurant.com

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Activities

Hot Activities NOW 3 CLASSES DAILY 09.00 - 10.30 am 05.15 - 06.45 pm 07.15 - 08.45 pm

Tiger Kingdom

Kata Yoga

Phuket FantaSea

Natural and clean Park Tigers at Tiger Kingdom are hand raised by their trainers from young bonding with them throughout the development process.

The trainers employ a combination of repetition, trust and encouragement to train their big cats, and over time the big cats get used to humans and often see us as one of the family. You can touch & play with real tigers and they are not aggressive as you think.

Tiger Park & Restaurant Open daily 9am – 6pm Buffet Lunch 11am – 3pm

Hot yoga, the most popular yoga for men and women. It is the best 90 minutes workout, toning your muscles and getting you in shape fast! Beginners are welcome and it’s challenging for advanced practitioners, your instructor will guide you through the postures to provide you with the best workout ever. Sweat, detox and lose fat. No more stress, aches and pains. Kata Hot Yoga class is like a gas station, you gain energy instead of losing it. After the class you will feel amazing with a big smile full of vitality, wanting to come back for more. Get a healthy mind and a healthy body. Kata Yoga studio at the beach in Kata.

This is Phuket’s Mega show; it’s a cultural spectacle on the grandest of scales, complete with armies of warriors, vast troupes of dancing girls and elephants that literally rise up into the sky. The show takes place in the evening with a delightful dinner buffet. The park is the perfect family destination, rain or shine, offering a wonderful walking street with loads of traditional Thai handicrafts and colorful souvenir shops, exciting outdoor shows, fun arcade games and a tempting variety of delicious local foods.

Located at Kamala Beach, mini buses run back and forth picking up customers from their hotels.

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Phuket Bird Paradise

Luxurious Day

Tarzan Adventure

Phuket Bird Paradise is the ultimate family entertainment featuring an abundance of our delightful feathered friends spread about a lovely verdant parkland. From parakeets, lorikeets and parrots, to eagles and cockatoos all the most famous and colorful birds are represented and you can interact closely with them and have your picture taken covered in friendly birds!

Charter “Isabella Rose”

Enjoy the thrills of Tarzan Adventure in a coastal enclave of soaring trees overlooking the sapphire seas on the beauteous coast of Cape Panwa.

Tarzan Adventure offers an awesome combination of challenging obstacle courses, thrilling zip line rides and aerial adventures with 42 fun-inducing stations to conquer in a safe and controlled environment.

The stations consist of ropes, nets, planks, cables and even a skateboard with high standards and the latest equipment throughout.

The staff is friendly and well-trained and guides you through your adventure with a smile.

The hourly Bird Show is an amazing spectacle and it’s very exciting to enjoy the many tricks that the birds perform and to even join them on stage! www.phuketbirdparadise.com www.theguidephuket.com

Snorkeling in crystal clear waters, swimming at a secluded beach and discovering local island restaurants are all experiences we shared rst when we get home and these day trips are often the most memorable experience of a holiday.

This magni cent 68ft Princess Fly Bridge Motor Yacht provided a huge outdoor areas for relaxing and sunbathing, as well as a substantial covered and indoor entertaining area.

Contact: Asia Marine Tel: +66 (0)76 239 111 Mobile: +66 (0)89 508 1333 www.asia-marine.net

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Hot Activities

Horse Riding

Phuket Simon Cabaret

Flying Hanuman

Here at our stable we offer you the greatest experience.Let your work worries and the pressure of modern society gradually fade away and nature take over.

Whether a beginner or an experienced rider we have the right horse and the right program for you. Our knowledgeable staff will match you with horses that suit your riding skills. We offer more than 20 Australian, Appaloosa, Thai horses and ponies for riding, our horses and ponies are professionally trained and friendly; whether you are a novice or an experienced rider you will have great fun with us.

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Since opening in 1991, Phuket Simon Cabaret has established itself as a market leading professional entertainment venue. For sheer entertainment, our set designs are outstanding, costume extravagant and the performers glamorous ! In the exclusive, luxurious and intimate theater with hi-tech sound and lighting equipment. Our show is truly international featuring modern and traditional acts from around the globe in English and alternative languages. You will arrive relaxed but will leave confuse as our performers are more of a man than you will ever be and even more of a woman too!

No other activity in Phuket will give you such a burst of adrenaline and excitement as the Flying Hanuman series of aerial rides through the treetops of a forest on a Katu hillside.

This is an eco-friendly and completely safe adventure for kids as young as four and thrill-seekers as old as eighty.

Zip lines, sky bridges and Flying Fox rides send you zipping through the upper canopy of trees at up to 60 kilometers an hour. You can make the experience “extreme” or relaxing….. just tell your guide how you want to play it.

Flying Hanuman is all about adrenalin and fun!

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Hot Activities Thanyapura

Splash Jungle

Blue Elephant

Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC)

Phuket’s Wettest Wildest Water Park providing gallons of excitement for the whole family. The Water Park offers fun for the whole family whether you are after a relaxing day in the water or an adrenaline rush, Splash Jungle has it all. The Park has trilling rides such as the Boomerango & Superbowl as well as six-level Wave Pool and an aqua pool for the children. Also featured is a 335 meters lazy river.

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Discover paradise at TSLC 230,000 sqm megaplex with extensive world-class sport facilities & leisure activities for everyone. Recently opened in Nov 2011, TSLC is a destination in itself.

Get rejuvenated at Thanyapura Spa; Experience Divine’s signature dishes and drinks created from fresh local organic ingredients; Entertain yourself at Booster Bar with live sports on big screen. Tree Club service available for kids below 10 yrs old. Open 8am-8pm daily.

For more info, contact Tel: 076 336-000 Email: tslc@thanyapura.com www.thanyapura.com

Operation Hour 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tel. 076 372 111 www.splashjunglewaterpark.com

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Blue Elephant Cooking School has recently opened its Phuket branch where you can participate in one of our world famous cooking classes.

Learn how to cook Royal Thai Cuisine with experienced chefs who will take you step-by-step through each recipe.

Enjoy a tour around the local market where we will show you what are the popular ingredients of Thai food. When the cooking is all over you can sit and enjoy all of you hard work.

Morning and afternoon classes are available starting from 2,800 THB++ per person. www.blueelephant.com

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Life’s a Beach

With a vast array of different beaches on Phuket’s coastline why stick to just the one nearest your hotel? Take a look here at the choices available. · Mai Khao Beach North of the airport is a beach to really get away from it all. Mai Khao beach is very, very long, and very straight, so it misses the cozy feeling enjoyed by many of the other beaches on the island, but the sand and water here are just as stunning plus it’s almost empty! The place feels deserted even during high season when the beach umbrellas are ve deep on Patong.

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· Nai Yang Beach Just south of the airport is Nai Yang, a charming beach with a unique atmosphere all of its own. With just a scattering of hotels and bars to entertain the few that stay there, Nai Yang is as relaxed as they get. Ever dreamed of eating seafood right on the beach? This is your spot.

· Nai Thon Beach A little further south from Nai Yang is Nai Thon, possessing a similar feel to its big brother, Nai Thon has long been a favorite with the regular visitors to the island. This quiet bay nestled at the foot of high hills has a ne strip of sand and a handful of pleasant eateries are situated just off the beach.

· Bang Tao Beach Bang Tao Beach has in recent years seen a lot of development with many 5-star luxury resorts in the area but the beach remains very pleasant. At certain times of the year swimming can be dangerous due to the strong currents. At the northern end of the beach the coral creates good opportunities for snorkeling.

· Surin Beach

· Layan Beach This is a small and relatively unknown beach, nestled in a shallow bay at the northern end of Bang Tao. You get there by following the small road that winds right through the back holes of the Banyan Tree Golf Club. Layan Beach is more of a bay than a beach, and although very picturesque the water is quite shallow; great for families but if you fancy a real swim it’s not the place to go.

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Surin Beach is located between Bang Tao and Kamala beach. It is one of most beautiful beaches on the island with ne white sand and emerald sea. The beach can have rather strong winds which make it ideal for windsur ng. A lot of popular resorts surround this beach.

· Laem Singh Beach Laem Singh Beach is small and very popular; it is located between Surin and Kamala. To reach the beach you need to walk down a short, rocky trail that is clearly signposted.

If you are lucky and it’s not too crowded then Leam Sing Beach is absolutely stunning.

· Kamala Beach Kamala is a 3-kilometer long beach situated in the middle of Phuket’s west coast which has undergone recent developments to its main street, but the beach remains largely unchanged.

Behind the beach lies a growing village with two distinct communities; Buddhists by the beach and Muslims further back at the foot of the encompassing mountain range.

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Nai Yang Beach

The most famous beach on the island is the center of entertainment, restaurants, shopping and hotels.

Patong is indeed a famous beach with beautiful soft sands and warm clear water. But right behind the beach is the hustle and bustle at the center of Phuket’s tourism business. Here the hotels, restaurants, entertainment and bar areas, street bazaars and shops are crammed in a colorful and lively mix that typi es a Thai tourist beach town.

· Paradise Beach

· Nai Harn Beach

Paradise Beach is a little beach just 5 minutes south of Patong.

To get there follow a small cement road up to the hill through the jungle. It is a nice small beach with white, soft sand and large rocks anking either side.

Nai Harn is one of the more isolated beaches, nestled at the southern tip of the island in a bay de ned by headlands and islets. The beach is backed by the green of Casuarina trees and coconut palms, acting as shade for the restaurants that now line the beach.

· Karon Beach Karon is another of the beautiful, west-coast beaches that have made Phuket famous. This beach is the rst main stop south of Patong, and is separated from Patong by a large headland. A quick 10 minute drive connects the two.

· Kata Beach Kata is certainly one of the most beautiful of Phuket’s beaches; a half-moon crescent of white sand lining a bay cut deep between two green headlands. Crystal clear waters and soft coral offers excellent snorkeling and just outside the bay lies a small rounded island that seems to wave its coconut haircut to those on the beach.

· Ao Yon Beach Ao Yon is another peaceful beach ideally suited for watching the sunset. It is located near Cape Panwa, 10km from Phuket Town. Although quiet with beautiful emerald sea this beach is not really suitable for bathing or relaxing as the bay is usually full of boats and yachts.

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· Kata Noi Beach Just south of Kata Beach is Kata Noi, a smaller beach with only a few hotels and little other development. The beach is superb for snorkeling as many sh inhabit the rocks and corals along the headland to the south.

· Ao Sane Beach Ao Sane beach is a small bay and is located to the north of Nai Harn beach. To get to this beach you need to go through The Royal Phuket Yacht Club. Ao Sane is a very small, rocky beach but it is peaceful.

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n the Island

It’s a big island,

offering all manner of things to do. It’s surprising that so many holiday makers, who are trying to get away from it all, soon get bored with that dreamy combination of a perfect beach, a comfortable hotel room and great food. After a few days, most people want more. They want to go places, to see how the local people live and to experience new things.

Happily with Phuket being a large island, about 50 kilometers long, there are all sorts of interesting things to do here. Below we offer some suggestion.

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• Crowned Beach, Quiet Beach Find the one that suits you spend most of your holiday in Patong and you might think the beaches of Phuket are crowned. While Patong buzzes with people and activity, there are many other beaches to which one can escape in complete solitude. You just have to drive. As one moves away from patong the beaches become progressively quieter. By the time you get to the top of the island you’re guaranteed kilometers of sand to yourself, even in peak season, so remember crowned beach, quiet beach; the choice is there.

• Visiting Wats – Buddhist Monasteries All Buddhist Monasteries are open to the public during the day, and visitors are usually welcome. Since these are active holy places of worship, and the residence of monks, visitors should show respecting keeping well dressed and remaining quiet, Mum and Dad; keep the kids on a leash and always be culturally sensitive.

• Elephant Trekking The wild elephant population of Phuket was wiped out last century, but has been replaced in recent years by and in ux of animals for the tourist trade. Today there remains just a few hundred elephants on Phuket Island, all domesticated, most working in tourism. Indeed, riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. The lumbering monsters are incredibly agile. Taking an elephant ride helps to keep the beasts employed, fed and out of the cities, where many can be taken by destitute owners in search of money and food.

• Phuket Town Phuket Town is small but incredibly interesting, a potpourri of different cultural influences of markets and shopping centers, restaurants and other entertainment facilities.

Anyone spending a few days on Phuket Island should take time to visit, be it for sight-seeing, cultural or historical interest or shopping.

• Zoo Phuket’s only zoo is small, but pleasant, displaying some of Thailand’s almost vanished wildlife. Their tigers are fed well enough that one can sit with them and have a photo taken.

We recommend going early or late, to avoid the tour buses that arrive mid morning and mid afternoon. It is in a small road off the east side of Chao Fah East Road, about half way between the town and Chalong’s 5-way intersection.

The turnoff is well signposted and easy to nd.

• Bungy Jump Consider yourself adventurous? Got real guts? If you haven’t tried bungee jump yet, you should take the ride to the top with a big rubber band around your ankles and ght the internal struggle that every jumper meets when standing 54 meters above the ground. Logic might tell us it is quite safe, but another part of our body screams “No! Don’t jump!” But with their friends at the bottom, waiting expectantly, most people manage to throw themselves off and experience a rush like no other.

• Cultural Village Cultural shows featuring skilled Thai dancers from the different regions of the country, martial arts demonstrations, elephant rides and Thai dinners are all brought together at Phuket’s original cultural garden; there is also attached orchid farm for all the budding botanists out there.

• Jungle Trekking With most of rainforest on Phuket long since eaten up by rubber plantations, it is not easy to nd ideal trekking grounds. Again, it’s best to sign on with company providing this service. Often they take their trekkers right off Phuket into neighbouring Phang Nga province, where some beautiful areas of forest remain.

• Spas Massage and herbal steam rooms Health resorts, spas and herbal saunas are proliferating, and some fine example offering a wide range of treatments are now found on Phuket. Thailand has its own traditional herbal saunas, and there are several local ones around the island. While many large and resorts now feel they are incomplete without a spa, there are also several independent establishments.

• View Points Phuklet’s most famous view point, Laem Phrom Thep at the very bottom of the island, is on the ‘must see’ list for every Thai visitor to the island. Thus it attracts a eet of tour busses and car each evening as people come to witness the sun fall into the Andaman Sea. Indeed, it’s often a spectacular sight, but there are many quieter places. The view point on the hill behind Kata Noi attracts fewer people and when the heavens turn red, the view from any of the beaches can also be spectacular.

Fun is only a small part of the exercise Quest was entrusted to provide a fun and quality team building exercise for the worldwide travel online wholesaler “gta” on 19th June 2014. ‘gta’ is the leader in the provision of accommodations and destination services to the fully independent travel (FIT) industry.

The event’s activities were programmed for 30 team members in the themes of adventure and social responsibility; these were separated into two parts. The rst aimed to build the team’s relationship and unity through communication skills, leadership potential and planning process to achieve all challenging activities. Once the challenges were complete, every team member gott to enjoy recreational activities including snorkeling on coral reefs, beach volleyball, kayaking or some personal leisure time. The second was about building and developing the heart art of a giver by making kids smile happily while riding their own wn brand new bicycles.

The rst activities were all perfectly arranged at Rang Yai Island which takes just 15 minutes from the Ao Por Grande Marina pier where Laguna Tours operates daily sea tours urs by comfortable and secure speedboat. dboat.

Rang Yai Island is both beautiful ul and charming with a soft and powdery sand beach, ideal for fun games, a tiny jungle ngle for exciting adventure activities, and other ther facilities such as toilets, drinking water, ter, tay rst aid boxes, and even a place to stay ether overnight. Putting all of these together ge of makes the Island ideal for a full range team building activities.

Once all team members had received ed the necessary equipment, and all the stations were set, the activities began! The e main activity was a treasure hunt using ing an ancient map. All along the route were a succession of coded clues, puzzles es and riddles to test the nerve of the team members, embers, and each required the team to nd a solution together. www.theguidephuket.com

The last Island activity was a Thai cooking ing class in which team members had to cook their own lunch lunch, the dish of which was the world famous Thai Spicy Salad, or “Somtum”.

The participants received their cooking instruction and had fun learning all about the dishes ingredients ended up with some amazing dishes.

the winning team, and this decision was left down to one of the students from SOS who was responsible for testing all the made up bicycles and selecting the one he liked the most. The team building exercise was then complete and not only was there a closer team but also some very happy kids.

Late in the afternoon, after the Island activities had nished, the groups departed on their speed boat and headed to the grand nale of their team building exercise at the SOS Children’s Village Phuket* in Koh Keaw.

Quest doesn’t only focus on fun, they realize how important it is to develop human kindness and bring love back into the community. For more details on what Quest can arrange for you please contact Khun Khwantip Bunchua at sales@questleadingtheway.com or call +66 (0)76 362300 ext. 1806.

On the lawn at the venue were 5 bicycles that the group, as teams, had to put together for the children of the SOS village. To make the activity more fun their make up time was limited, so the teams were rushing to be the rst to nish.

However, it wasn’t just about how quick the team was, how well the bike was made was the nal factor in deciding on

*SOS children’s village is an independent nongovernmental social development organisation who works in the spirit of the United Nations Convention on the rights of the child and promotes these rights around the world.

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The Guide to Beach Clubs

Beach clubs have become synonymous with Phuket over the years, and the beach club era is still booming with new additions every year. From party venues to relaxed lounge areas, each Beach Club has something to offer whatever your preference; sitting by the beach has never been so fashionable.

What to expect? Each beach club prides its self on their differences to their competitors, in turn making it a dif cult task to put them under the same category. However there are always similar foundations for each beach club; signature cocktail menus, international DJs and stunning aesthetics that follow each beach clubs individual concept.

Catch Beach Club Phuket’s most fashionable beach club and the hottest spot on Surin Beach is still showing new-comers to the beach club era the way forward. They continue to develop their product with tasty brunch packages and continued investment in their full on party atmosphere with the best DJ’s and a well stocked bar. www.catchbeachclub.com

Bimi Beach Club Found on the white-hot sands along Phuket’s spectacular west coast, Bimi Beach Club is set to continue to enhance Surin Beach to become Phuket’s most exciting venue. Bimi gives party-goers a stylish yet stripped-down spot to mingle, dance and set free their island spirit along the dazzling shores of Surin. Open from 10:00-22:00 hrs. www.bimibeachclub.com Xana Beach Club with Attica With its stunning location, 35 meter pool, state of the art sound system, cocktails and food menus to die for, Xana, Phuket’s most stylish beach club is the ultimate venue to enjoy the island at its best – day or night. With a picture-perfect backdrop by the sea, Xana features beach loungers, poolside day beds and VIP cabanas to accommodate up to 10 people. It also lends itself perfectly for events of all kinds from private gatherings to launches and weddings, with the added bonus of onsite accommodation at Angsana Laguna Phuket Hotel.

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Nikki Beach Phuket Nikki Beach Phuket is located on the West coast of Phuket along the breathtaking shores of Layan Beach, Bangtao.

Modeled on its other stylish and contemporary looking venues, Nikki Beach Phuket is adorned in plush, all-white sun beds, chic drapery and its trademark teepees. You can spend your days and evenings indulging in refreshing cocktails, endless champagne and an extensive menu of delectable dishes. www.nikkibeach.com/phuket

RE KA TA Beach Club Phuket’s only true beach club parties run from just past sunrise to the midnight hour. Liquefy at the barefoot chic beach bar and refuel at Phuket’s healthiest gourmet restaurant.

No VIP area needed, every spot at RE KÁ TA overlooks postcard perfect, palm fringed Kata Beach. Go horizontal under the sun on ultra-plump loungers or enjoy massage masters knead away all stresses in the Zen calm spa. You can also take home stylish reminders from the RE KÁ TA boutique. www.rekataphuket.com

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OBC Ocean Beach Club Overlooking the Andaman Sea at Karon beach, OBC Ocean Beach Club is set within the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa and offers a different beach club approach aimed at the higher society by offering delightful menus featuring prime cuts of meat and daily, fresh from the ocean seafood.

Impressive cocktails and a charismatic bar team provide the foundations for a classy evening in Phuket. www.phuketarcadia.hilton.com O2 Beach Club O2 is a multilevel, modern-looking sprawling beachside party location which is located on the island’s eEast coast close

by Chalong Pier. The club’ focal point is centred around a s its sizeable swimming pool that anks a well-stocked bar.

Behind the bar is a well-manicured garden featuring a beach volleyball court and play space for younger guests.

Beachside, there’s a sunbathing space with wooden sun loungers under the shade of tropical almond and palm trees and over the bar is a breeze-cooled lounge with scattered bean bags and faux-water-hyacinth furniture. www.o2beachclub.com/phuket

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East 88 Beach Lounge Located within the grounds of the Serenity Resort & Residences in the south of Chalong, the chic and trendy East 88 Beach Lounge features Phuket’s beachfront lifestyle at its nest with a vast pool facing toward the ocean. You will absolutely enjoy amazing signature cocktails served around the pool, live performances from their incredibly talented resident DJ and the selection of Mediterranean, Asian and favorite Thai dishes all day long. Don’t miss the Sunday special with an affordable burger buffet and salad bar. www.serenityphuket.com

Bliss Beach Club Bliss Beach Club is located on Bangtao beach and perfectly blend Phuket’s country and beach life. Playful, humorous, inspiring, gentle, melding vintage with modern, Bliss Beach Club carries guests on a subtle, laid back walk from midday sunshine, to twilight and into the haze of a perfect Phuket night. Sink bare feet into a deep green lawn abutting an exhilarating beach. Bliss is a timeless day stood still. www.blissbeachclub.com

HOTEL ʇPATONG Amari Phuket +66 (0) 76 340 106-14 Andaman Beach Suites Hotel +66 (0) 76 341 879-83

Andaman Embrace Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 370 000 www.andamanembrace.com

B-Lay Tong Phuket +66 (0) 76 344 999 Banthai Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 340 850 Centra Ashlee Hotel Patong +66 (0) 76 349 800-7 Deevana Patong Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 341 414-5 Duangjitt Resort & Spa + 66 (0) 76 342 090-4, 340 310-1 DusitD2 Phuket Resort Tel.+66 (0) 76 337000 Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 340 680-5 Holiday Inn Resort Phuket +66 (0) 76 340 608-9 Horizon Beach Resort Hotel +66 (0) 76 292 526-30 Merlin Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 294 300 Novotel Phuket Resort +66 (0) 76 342 777

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Patong Bay Garden Resort +66 (0) 76 292 914-5 Patong Merlin Hotel +66 (0) 76 340 037-41 Patong Paragon Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 290 555 Royal Pawadee Village Hotel +66 (0) 76 344 622 Safari Beach Hotel +66 (0) 76 341 171-4 Salathai Resort +66 (0) 76 296 631 The Nap Patong +66 (0) 76 296 631-4 The Royal Paradise Hotel +66 (0) 76 340 666 Thara Patong Beach Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 340 520

Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket +66 (0) 76 201 234 www.centarahotelsresorts.com/cpbr

Sawaddi Patong Resort +66 (0) 76 343 444 www.patongsawaddi.com

Hitlon Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 396 433-41 www.phuketarcadia.hilton.com

SLEEP WITH ME HOTEL design hotel @ patong +66 (0) 76 363 333 www.sleepwithmehotels.com

Grand Mercure Phuket Patong +66 (0) 76 302 100 www.mercure.com

Marina Phuket +66 (0) 76 330 497 Phuket Orchid Resort +66 (0) 76 396 519-23 Ramada Phuket Southsea +66 (0) 76 370 888 The Front Village +66 (0) 76 398 200-5

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ʇKATA BEACH Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort and Spa +66 (0) 76 370 999 Club Med 66 (0) 76 330 455-60 Ibis Phuket Kata Hotel +66 (0) 2 659 2888 Kata Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 330 530-4 Kata Palm Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 284 334-8 Katathani Phuket Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 330 124 Sugar Palm Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 284 404 The Beach Boutique House +66 (0) 76 333 113 Impiana Private Villas +66 (0) 76 330 770

+66 (0) 76 344 987 www.roomsatthe9th.com

Patong Resort Hotel +66 (0) 76 340 551-4 www.patongresorthotel.com www.theguidephuket.com

ʇKARON BEACH Horizon Karon Beach Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 284 555 Karon Sea Sands Resort +66 (0) 76 286 464 Karona Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 286 406-10 Mövenpick Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 396 139-48

Two Chefs Bungalows +66 (0) 76 284 155 www.twochefs-phuket.com

HOTEL ʇBANG TAO BEACH Amora Beach Resort Phuket +66 (0) 76 324 021-2 Bangtao Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 270 680-5 Banyan Tree Phuket +66 (0) 76 324 374 Angsana Laguna Phuket +66 (0) 76 324 101 Mövenpick Residence +66 (0) 76 396 139 Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort & Villas +66 (0) 76 336 900 Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort Tel.+66 (0) 76 360600

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ʇRAWAI BEACH & NAI HARN All Season Naiharn Phuket Hotel + 66 (0) 76 289 333 Friendship Beach Resort & Atmanjai Wellness Spa +66 (0) 76 288 996

Centara Grand West Sands Resort & Villas Phuket +66 (0)76 372 000 www.centarahotelsresorts.com

Serenity Resort & Residences Phuket +66 (0) 76 371 900 www.serenityphuket.com

Thanyapura Retreat +66 (0) 76 336 000 www.thanyapura.com

Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket +66 (0) 76 362 999 www.dusit.com

The Vijitt Resort Phuket +66 (0) 76 363 600 www.vijittresort.com

Twinpalms Phuket +66 (0) 76 316 500 www.twinpalms-phuket.com

ʇSURIN BEACH Amanpuri +66 (0) 76 324 333 Ayara Hilltops Boutique Resort&Spa +66 (0) 76 271 271 The Surin Phuket +66 (0) 76 621 580 ʇKAMALA BEACH Aquamarine Resort & Villa +66 (0) 76 310 600 Cape Sienna +66 76 337 300 Kamala Beach Estate +66 (0) 76 324 111-4 Kamala Beach Hotel & Resort +66 (0) 76 279 580-5 Andara Phuket +66 (0) 76 338 777

ʇNAIYANG & NAITHORN Dewa Phuket +66 (0) 76 372 300 Indigo Pearl +66 (0) 76 327 006-9 Naithon Buri Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 318 700 Naiyang Beach Resort +66 (0) 76 328 300 Trisara +66 (0) 76 310 100 L’esprit de Naiyang Resort +66 (0) 76 510 032-5 Airport Resort & Spa Naiyang Beach +66 (0) 76 327 771-4 Kasalong Phuket Resort +66 (0) 76 205 208-10 ʇMAIKHAO Anantara Phuket +66 (0) 76 336 100 Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 363 999 JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa +66 (0) 76 338 000 Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Maikhao Beach +66 (0) 76 603 699

ʇCAPE PANWA Cape Panwa Hotel, Phuket +66 (0) 76 391 123-5 The Kantary Bay Hotel, Phuket +66 (0) 76 391 514 Radisson Resort Phuket Panwa Beach +66 (0) 76 602 500 Sri Panwa, Phuket +66 (0) 76 371 000 Phuket Panwa Beachfront Resort Tel: +66 (0) 7630 2944 ʇPHUKET CITY i Pavilion Phuket Hotel +66 (0) 76 210 445-7 Phuket Merlin Hotel +66 (0) 76 212 866-70 Royal Phuket City +66 (0) 76 233 333 Sino House Phuket Hotel +66 (0) 76 232 494-5 The Metropole +66 (0) 76 215 050 ʇNAKA ISLAND The Naka Island A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Phuket +66 (0) 76 371 400 ʇRACHA ISLAND The Racha Resort +66 (0) 76 355 455 ʇSIRAY ISLAND The Westin Siray Bay Resort and Spa Phuket +66 (0) 76 335 600 www.facebook.com/theguidephuket

DusitD2 Phuket Resort

DusitD2 Phuket Resort is a 4 star hotel on Phuket island, located in the heart of Patong Beach and a short walk to the main entertainment and shopping district. Ideal for couples and families.

DusitD2 Phuket Resort features 390 guestrooms, a large swimming pool in the center of the resort, and a rooftop swimming pool and bar with stunning views over the sea. Hard Rock CafĂŠ, Kids World and Siam Adventure Club are located on site.

DusitD2 Phuket Resort is just 40 minutes drive from Phuket International Airport and close to major attractions.

Resort is ideally located for access to water sports, golf, markets, shopping and dining. www.theguidephuket.com

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Accommodation ŏ 390 hotel rooms ŏ 238 Deluxe Rooms ŏ 113 Premier Rooms ŏ 13 Premier Pool Access Rooms ŏ 16 Studio Suites ŏ 10 One Bedroom Suites

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Dining & Entertainment ŏ Flavours Restaurant ŏ Grab & Go ŏ Dbar ŏ Swimming Up Pool Bar ŏ Rooftop Pool Bar ŏ Hard Rock Café Phuket ŏ Hooters Phuket ŏ Room Service Guest Services & Facilities ŏ Kids Worlds ŏ Siam Adventure Club Tour Desk ŏ Complimentary Wireless internet available in all guest room and public areas ŏ Swimming Pool on the 3rd and 7th floor ŏ 24-hour Security ŏ Fitness Center ŏ Concierge Desk ŏ Laundry and dry cleaning

DusitD2 Phuket Resort 48 Ruam Jai Rd., Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand Tel: +66 (0)76 337 000 Email: d2prrsvn@dusit.com www.dusit.com/d2pr

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LET’S DO BRUNCH! The Vijitt Resort Phuket Every Sunday From 12.00 – 3.00 Hrs. Enjoy our expansive mouthwatering Seafood Buffet, Sushi, Live cooking stations, BBQ, Western and Thai hot dishes, and our all you can eat Home Made Desserts.

• Baht 1,099 net per person with free ow soft drinks • Baht 1,399 net per person with a bottle of wine per couple • Baht 3,099 net per person with a bottle of champagne per couple HALF PRICE for children from 4 to 12 years old.

FREE for children under 4 years old.

Complimentary use of our 40m In nity Edge Swimming Pool Kids Club for 4 to 12 years old.

Tel: 076 363 600 www.vijittresort.com

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Hilton Sunday Brunch Every Sunday From 12.00 – 15.00 Hrs. Enjoy our lavish international buffet with friends and family each Sundayat Sails!

Our jazz band sets the mood for a relaxing afternoon with delicious food, live cooking stations, refreshing drinks and good company.

Balloon artists entertain the little ones with face painting and kids’ activities.

Sunday Brunch at Sails – a Hilton Experience • 1,400++ THB per adult (includes bottle of house wine per couple) • 1,100++ THB per adult (without wine) • 700++ THB per child* (Ages 5-12) *All prices are in Thai baht and are subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT. Tel: 076 396 433 www.phuketarcadia.hilton.com

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Twinpalms brunch Every Sunday from 12.00 – 15.00 Hrs. The place to see and be seen is the Sunday brunch at The Oriental Spoon. A highly fashionable international crowd browse the abundant food offerings from fresh seafood and cold water NZ oysters, to sushi and sashimi.

• 3,490++ THB per person including a bottle of champagne per couple • 1,490++ THB per person including a bottle of wine per couple • 1,190++ THB brunch only Tel : 076 316 577 www.twinpalms-phuket.com

Sunday Brunch at Thanyapura Every Sunday From 11.30-14.30 hrs.

High quality imported Oysters, Lobsters, Grilled Seafood, Wagyu Beef and a sumptuous choice of homemade desserts with free ow beverages including wines and cocktails.

Get Free Day Pass to Thanyapura facilities valued at 600THB and free access to kid’s club.

Buffet with free ow non-alcohol drinks • Adult THB 1,800* per person • Child THB 900* per person Buffet with free ow wines and selected cocktails • THB 2,150* per person *Price is subject to 10% service charge and 7% applicable government tax.

TSLC members discount bene ts is not applicable.

For reservations, please contact DiVine Restaurant Tel: +66 (0)76 336 000 www.thanyapura.com

Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket Sunday Family Day Join Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket to spend quality time with your family. Available every other Sunday of the month.

Start your day with their famous Sunday Brunch at Mare restaurant, featuring Alaska crab, Fine de Claire oyster, Foie Gras station, roasted lamb, grilled rib eye steak, French cheese selection and more…

Live entertainment, clowns roaming and free access to kids club, letting mum and dad enjoy themselves!

After your succulent meal, enjoy their waterpark or simply chill out at their beach club.

THB 1,900 net per person (free for children below 12 years old!)

Bookings recommended Tel : +66 (0)76 201 234 Email : marermcpbr@chr.co.th www.facebook.com/theguidephuket

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Regent Phuket Cape Panwa Discover a n -d Qg expe ȲeQ t RH eQt PhukHt CĘ‹p PĘ‹ wa, Ę‹Éš e q i i Čż Ôž Qg iĘƒ sʤ Q Qg ȲewÉĄ Ôˇ ĘƒČą AQ Ę‹mĘ‹Éš SHa t TČą G Éľl Tucked away on the southern tip of Phuket Island, Regent Phuket Cape Panwa boasts an exquisite setting at which to savour such an occasion. Located high on the cliff overlooking the Andaman Sea, The Grill is an informal ne dining establishment offering a luxurious spread of the freshest seafood and the best meats to the backdrop of extraordinary views.

The Grill offer guests an experience of culinary delights like no other in Phuket. Guests are offered to choose their favourite cut for the chefs to prepare as they like, on a Western grill, in a Tandoori oven or Asian wok. Allure the taste buds with imported prime meats and savour the aroma of nature’s ingredients! The Grill’s team of chefs prepare almost everything from their own kitchen to ensure the food is fresh and natural; from fresh chutney to homemade mustard to delicious desserts, ice creams or chocolates.

The Grill presents an extensive menu with a focus on farm-raised, free range and organic produce. Guests can taste for themselves the difference between grass-fed, grain-fed and 100% organic beef, in addition to the intense natural avour of alternatives, which include Pedigree Hereford, purebred Black Angus and top-grade Wagyu beef. Chicken served at The Grill is free range, and all of its sh is caught locally and selected by hand.

This attention to authentic taste and selection has been the driving force behind Head Chef Justin Baziuk, who is renowned for his passion in all aspects of cooking. Justin’s enthusiasm and passion for “real� food inspires guests to stay longer than planned, taking in views of the bay, and trying a selection of the choice menu items. It is the combined food experience and location that has attracted strong praise on hotel review website TripAdvisor, with guests routinely describing a visit to this restaurant as “world class� and “heavenly.�

The Grill presents an unparalleled array of appetizers, main courses and fine selection of desserts. Highlighted dishes include Butter Poached Rock Lobster, fresh Scallops, Pecking Duck Tea, Con t Pork Belly, Scotch Single Malt Whiskey Cured Salmon, Blue Crab Ravioli and Foie Gras, top-notch quality meats from Australia and Black Angus beef and lamb. Side dishes and ne wines accompany the delectable meal.

Top quality ingredients together with air in preparation and presentation combine to create a memorable occasion.

Impeccable service lends a nishing touch to a wonderful dining experience at The Grill.

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In addition to a sophisticated evening, The Grill also features the option of private dining and a wine cellar with a ne selection of wines from around the world at irresistible prices.

For informal gatherings, the rooftop intimate lounge above the Grill is an alfresco setting with a delicious menu of soft drinks, wines, liqueurs and cocktails.

The Grill opens daily for dinner from 18.00 to 22.30 hrs. For more information or reservations, please contact The Grill at Tel +66 7620 0800, Fax +66 7620 0803, Email: reservations.phuket@ regenthotels.com or visit www.regenthotels.com/Phuket

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LONG LAZY SUNDAY LUNCH CHAINE DES ROTISSEURS, THE EVENT HELD AT BREEZE CAPE YAMU, PHUKET ON AUGUST 3RD 2014

LA CHAINE DES ROTISSEURS DINNER - AZIAMEN

DI @ INIALA 25 JUNE 2014

The Phuket 2014 Chapitre of the world famous Chaine des Rotisseurs dining and give wine appreciation society celebrated at Aziamendi at Iniala.

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Restaurant +LLJK OLJKWV • Da Vinci Restaurant

• Acqua Restaurant

Italian

Italian

With one area dedicated to ne Italian dining in a cozy ambiance and another for pizza’s cooked in a traditional wood red oven, this restaurnat offers the best of both worlds and has a children’s play area so that parents can relax and enjoy the food.

Acqua’s superbly creative owner/ chef Alessandro Frau selects the nest and freshest ingredients from around the globe to create the most exciting, healthy and delicious ltalian cuisine.

Acqua overlooks Kalim Bay just north of Patong on Phuket’s west coast and is open every day from 16:00 until 23:00.

Tel: 076 618 127 Lacation: Kalim Bay

Tel: 076 289 574 www.davinciphuket.com Location: Naiharn and Kata

• Kan Eang @ pier Seafood & Thai Cuisine

• Blue Elephant

The amazing waterfront location with a stunning view of Chalong bay... day or night. Outstanding for locals and visitors for an idyllic setting outdoor and indoor eating areas. Served a unique style of seafood barbeque.

Tel. 076 381 212, 083 173 1187 www.kaneang-pier.com Location: Chalong Bay

Royal Thai Cuisine Taking a grand location in the governor mansion in old Phuket Town this beautiful restaurant serves traditional royal Thai cuisine and holds daily cooking classes as well.

Tel: 076 354 355, 076 354 357 www.blueelephant.com Location: Phuket Town

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• The 9Th Floor Bar and Restaurant Mediterranean The 9th Floor is the most elegant restaurant and bar on the Patong skyline and is located on the top oor of the sky Inn Condotel, is a hidden treasure dedicated to the enjoyment of ne, fresh Mediterranean, Alpine and Thai food, a comprehensive list of some of the best wines available, beautiful well-trained waitresses and a warm, elegant ambience reminiscent of a sophisticated members’ club.

Heavenly food served by angels.

Tel: 076 344 311 www.the9th oor.com Location: Patong

• Two Chefs International We are proud to introduce our delicious food – imported juicy steaks fresh seafood, pasta, modern Thai food and much more. Enjoy your food in one of our nice restaurants with a good glass of wine from our extensive international wine list.

We also serve breakfast, lunch, texmex menu and Saturday Brunch. Open Daily 08.00-24.00.

Kata: 076 284 155, Kata Centre : 076 330 065, Karon: 076 286 479 www.twochefs-phuket.com Location: Kata, Karon

• East 88 Beach Lounge International & Thai East 88 Beach Lounge is Phuket’s coolest restaurant and bar “located right by the sea within Serenity Resort & Residences.

Lounge or dine in style and enjoy the view over Chalong Bay while being pampered by our team, food, drinks and cool vibes. “Special events, theme evenings and happenings”.

Happy hour from 17.00 – 19.00 Hrs. Email: events@serenityphuket.com Tel: 076 371 900 www.serenityphuket.com Location: Rawai www.theguidephuket.com

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• Le Celtique French & Thai French specialities; snails, white asparagus, scallops, saffron sauce and an excellent pork hock or a rack of lamb with goat cheese, also large choice of Bretain Crepes, salty or sweetie Bertrand is the king of sauces, and Lek always welcomes you warmly.

Tel: 076 613 098, 089 588 9517, 084 842 6233 E-mail: celtiquethai@hotmail.com Location: Saiyuan Road, Rawai

• Baan Rim Pa Thai Baan Rim Pa Restaurant translates as “the house on a cliff” and commands a sensational location on a beautiful headland overlooking Kalim Bay to the north, and the lights of Patong to its immediate south. One of Phuket’s rst and most fashionable restaurants, Baan Rim Pa is internationally famous for its superb Royal Thai Cuisine; ambience; culinary standards; wine cellar and perfect service. The restaurant regularly wins accolades from the Thailand Tatler Best Restaurant Guide and The Wine Spectator Award for excellence.

Tel: 076 340 789 www.baanrimpa.com Location: Kalim Bay

• Joe’s Downstairs International Joe’s Downstairs is on the middle level of the same delightful headland as Baan Rim Pa, looking west over Kalim Bay. The clean, white, modern decor of this trendy eatery provides a favorite spot for sunset drinks among Phuket’s cognoscenti.

American-born Chef Aaron Hooper oversees the kitchen’s offering of superb Western and seafood cuisine, emphasising delicate taste pairings and the freshest, healthy ingredients.

The restaurant regularly wins accolades from the Thailand Tatler Best Restaurant Guide and The Wine Spectator Award for excellence.

Tel: 076 618 245 www.baanrimpa.com Location: Kalim Bay

• Da Maurizio Italian At the sea level of Kalim Bay on a beautiful headland just north of Patong is Da Maurizio, Phuket’s nest contemporary and classical Italian restaurant. Da Maurizio offers an extremely fresh and organic selection of classic and modern Italian dishes featuring such treats as local lobster, fresh sh, the nest imported meats and of course the full range of home-made pastas. The restaurant regularly wins accolades from the Thailand Tatler Best Restaurant Guide and The Wine Spectator Award for excellence.

Tel: 076 344 079 www.baanrimpa.com Location: Kalim Bay www.facebook.com/theguidephuket

The Place to Escape in Style Are you someone someone who loves to spend the day with your favorite book in hand, a beautiful seascape as the backdrop, freshly made cocktails ready for you to sip, and an inviting and cooling pool only a step away? If so, why not do it in a real chic and stylish location such as East 88 Beach Lounge!

Are you someone who loves to spend the day with your favorite book in hand, a beautiful seascape as the backdrop, freshly made cocktails ready for you to sip, and an inviting and cooling pool only a step away? If so, why not do it in a real chic and stylish location such as East 88 Beach Lounge!

East 88 Beach Lounge is located in Serenity Resort & Residences, set in the prime location of Chalong Bay, on the South-East coast of Phuket. Its location provides guests with views out to the bay and nearby islands and its impressive pool area with luxurious sun loungers is the perfect place to settle down and take in the beautiful surroundings, soak up the rays, and forget about everyday life whilst sipping a cool, expertly mixed exotic cocktail whilst relaxing in the comfort of your lounger. To complete the chic and trendy beachfront lifestyle it aims to provide, East 88 Beach Lounge’s in-house DJ creates the perfect atmosphere in which to “hang out” in true East 88 style. www.theguidephuket.com

However, East 88 Beach lounge isn’t only about lounging whilst enjoying ice cold drinks; its opened air restaurant offers a wide range of delectable cuisine from fresh seafood and Thai favorites through to Asian, Mediterranean and European classics all perfectly created using carefully selected local and imported ingredients, and with reachable and reasonable price tags. Some of our favorites include homemade lasagna, deep fried prawn with garlic and peppers, high quality beef tenderloin and lobster termidor.

Of course, no great meal would be complete without great drinks to accompany it, and East 88 Beach Lounge’s drink menu offers carefully selected wines, beers, and a range of creative and tailor made cocktails which will leave you astounded. If cocktails are your thing we suggest you try out The Chili Moon or The Phuket Mojito.

Nevertheless, one of the main things attracts such large numbers of both in-house and outside guests to East 88 Beach Lounge is its variety of weekly entertainment.

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entertainment when the highlight is a Traditional Thai dance show, whilst it gets jazzy on Thursday with performances from Kate and her band, and regular East 88 Beach Loungers eagerly await the Sunday Sundowner with Gambeat keeping the East 88 vibe alive with his selection of chilled out and soothing sounds. Of course, these special events are in addition to East 88’s daily happy hour from 17.00 -19.00 hrs. To check for event updates visit www. facebook.com/east88beachlounge.

East 88 Beach Lounge is the perfect venue for all ages and occasions; solo guests, couples, friends and families will be welcomed with true Thai hospitality from staff that provide a service which often goes way beyond that of which you would expect from such a venue.

Not only is the location perfect, the facilities and service of East 88 Beach Lounge are what really complete this beachfront lifestyle, and that’s why East 88 Beach Lounge has become one of the best chill out places to visit in Phuket.

To nd this chic and trendy place take head towards the Chalong Circle, take the Rawai exit from the circle and Serenity Resort and Residences is located the left hand-side around 2km after the Tesco Lotus Supermarket.

For more information please contact Maxime Gaillard – Food & Beverage Manager Tel: +66 (0) 76 371900 / +66 (0) 92 273 7143 Email: fb@serenityphuket.com www.serenityphuket.com

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EVENTS & PROMOTIONS THE SUNDAY SUNDOWNER FIRESIDE FRIDAYS There are already so many privileges of being a woman and we just add another one to the list!

Every Friday Night at Dbar, in the newly opened DusitD2 Phuket Resort behind Hooters and Hard Rock Café Phuket, all foxy ladies enjoy their rst drink for FREE! And 50% discount on all drinks for the rest of the night!

Every Sunday From 6 pm (Happy hour 5pm-7pm) Burger buffet & Salad Bar Price 499++ THB. (Kids below 12 at 199++ THB.) Free ow soft drinks 140++ THB extra.

EAST 88 BEACH LOUNGE E-mail: east88@serenityphuket.com www.serenityphuket.com

Knock yourself out!

DusitD2 Phuket Resort Operation hours: 11am – 1am Call: +66 (0)76 337 000 E-mail: d2prfbco@dusit.com www.dusit.com

EVENING WINE & TAPAS OFFER AT SOFITEL KRABI PHOKEETHRA GOLF & SPA RESORT Join us for a truly magni que evening of Spanish wine and tasty tapas, daily from 6 - 9.30 pm. at Ristorante Venezia and Explorer Bar. • 1 glass of Castell del Remei red or white wine + 2 tapas dishes for Baht 500 ++ • 1 bottle of Cervoles Colors red or white wine + 6 tapas dishes for Baht 2,100 ++ For more information and reservation, please call +66 (0) 75 627 800, fax +66 (0) 75 627 899 or write us an email to rsvn@so telphokeethrakrabi.com

THAI KICKBOXING CLASS @ CAPE PANWA HOTEL, PHUKET Cape Panwa Hotel, Phuket welcomes you to join a private Thai Kickboxing Class that’s available every Friday. Strengthen your body with a private Thai Kickboxing trainer for only Baht 1,200 net per person per hour. Please contact the Guest Service Agent for reservations in advance For more information please contact 076 391123-5 or visit www.capepanwa.com

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Phuket’s Koffee Culture Keeps On Growing!

You know that feeling?

It’s 11am and it’s getting hot outside. You need a really good cup of coơee, possibly a naughty Apricot Danish, the latest newspapers and maybe a place to log onto the ‘Net’, all in a nice relaxing environment with friendly staơ.

Where do you turn in Phuket?

Well, the short answer is: “an increasing number of places” as Koơee Culture has taken oơ big time around the island and there are more and more great locations for super coơee and food with all the creature comfort of the nest coơee shop that you might nd back home.

Here are some great locations to get you started on the Great Phuket Koơee Hunt.

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Highlights

The Oasis Spa Phuket

The ultimate spa experience where treatments are created combining ancient secrets and advanced discoveries in beauty and wellness. Luxurious spas designed with a Thai atmosphere to allow clients to enjoy superior service without unnecessary formality. 3 branches in Phuket Laguna, Bang Tao, Kamala, Kata Phuket.

Tel: 076 337 777 www.phuketoasis.com

5 Star Massage

5 star Massage in Patong is a Unique, elegant, modern and comfortable salon where the very well-trained staff offer a complete range of massage and beauty treatment services at reasonable prices. 5 Star Massage is French owner and managed. All The massage girls are certi ed form massage school in Thailand and only offer authentic massage services that will make you leave refreshed, revitalized and rejuvenated.

Open daily 10.00 – 23.00 and offering great value for money.

The V Spa

Tel: 089 535 4637 www.5-star-massage.com

Let’s Relax Spa

The V Spa aims at bringing back guest to nature, built in the shape of a villages style the pretty small straw roofed Salas blend totally with the natural beauty of the jungle. Each has been designed with nature at heart and fashioned.

When in Thailand, don’t forget to have a Traditional Thai Natural Touch Treatments. At The Vijitt Resort Phuket, you can have one right on the private spa executive room or at the open air Salas. Traditional Thai Natural Touch Treatments is soothing and relaxing it’s de nitely worth it. Try also the resort’s Aromatherapy oil massage, Thai essential oils are used to penetrate your body and ensure long lasting health and beauty. It removes body aches, loosens knotted blood vessels, cures beriberi and helps your body systems recover from stress and anxiety. You will surely feel relaxed and rejuvenated.

Tel: 076 363 600 ext.703 www.vijittresort.com

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Relaxing the mind and revitalizing the body seems to be what everybody needs nowadays, after a hectic schedule, a busy lifestyle and a stressful city living. But when and how can you afford to take time off to free yourself from so much stress and take time to relax your body and revitalize your senses with your busy lifestyle? At Let’s Relax, you can let loose, reward yourself, indulge, relax and enjoy the neness pleasure of pampering yourself.

Tel: 076 346 080 www.letsrelaxspa.com

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Rarinjinda

RarinJinda Wellness Spa is one of Thailand’s leading wellness spa with expert therapist and latest spa technologies.

RarinJinda Wellness Spa offers clients wellness, good health and luxurious pampering in a spa sanctuary. RarinJinda is an urban spa fully equipped with all the latest spa technology ad facilities of the highest international standards, yet deeply rooted in the Thai massage and healing traditions. RarinJinda is an oasis of health and wellness in Thailand’s tourist capital, located adjacent to the back of Jungceylon Shopping Center.

Tel: 076 366 724, 076 366 800-2 www.rarinjinda.com

Vara Spa

At Vara Spa, from the moment you step through the door, you become the center of our attention. Every element has been carefully designed for your comfort. Indulge in sensuous soothing and pampering which will completely revitalize and recharge both your mind and your body. Vara Spa where Thai local wisdom matched with Western contemporary ideas creates immaculate beuty and skincare.

Tel: 076 343 444 www.varaspa.com

Sala Spa

Sala Spa: Exotic, mysterious, decadent total indulgence awaits! 5 indoor treatment rooms and 3 beachfront massage stations. Facilities also include sauna and steam rooms. For more details please refer to the spa menu In your room.

Reservations are essential to avoid disappointment.

Please press the spa button on your phone or Ext: 5000. Offer not to be used in conjunction with any other promotions.

Tel: 076 338 888 www.salaresorts.com www.facebook.com/theguidephuket

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‘Juicy icy’’ ...ways to better health

Juice bars can be found in most cities in Southeast Asia and the whole world is now aware of the bene ts of different blends of fruit and vegetables. In Bangkok, you can grab a fresh, mixed juice from a stall at many Skytrain stations, while in other cities like Tokyo you can stop for a fruit burst while you’re shopping in a mall. As we all know, fruit and vegetables are high in various minerals, vitamins, and proteins, so by sipping one down every day you can stock up on most of your required intake in a single glass.

What’s more, when you mix different types of vegetables and fruit you can address speci c health issues or build up immunities by cleansing the liver and even cleaning the blood. Different fruit and vegetable families offer distinctive health bene ts. Bananas are high in potassium, for example, while papaya contains useful digestive enzymes to help break down other foods in the body. More exotic ingredients have also made their way onto the menus at spas and wellness centres around the island.

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Spirulina is a blue-green algae that’s rich in proteins, minerals and anti-oxidants. It also contains zinc, copper, iron and essential fatty acids. This has made it a very popular ingredient amongst health practitioners. Of cial research has yet to be completed on the healing properties of Spirulina, but many claim that it protects the immune system and can also reduce the effects of allergies. The bright green colour and thick texture puts some people off, but the taste resemble banana and it certainly won’t do you any harm. Beyond juices, avourings and culinary additions like black pepper, lemon juice, coriander and ginger not only add to the taste of your food, they also provide an extra health boost. Blends such as celery and parsley combined, for example, are known to be good for arthritis, while if you mix in papaya, this can help asthma sufferers. Lettuce and celery help induce restful sleep, while blackberry or grape with parsley helps protect the body against anemia. If you have low blood pressure, try green peppers with garlic. Across SE Asia, it is easy to source fresh fruit and vegetables and most of them are much cheaper than in the west. This means restaurants can serve delicious combinations for the same price as less healthy manufactured drinks. The good choice of succulent tropical fruit adds extra avour to any juice mix and suits the tropical surroundings that characterize most of the island’s spas. Healthy Juice Mixes Liver cleanse: pineapple, carrot, beetroot and lime. Skin tonic: carrot, capsicum and spinach Stress reduction: apple, pineapple, mint and lime or tomato, carrot, coriander, broccoli and celery. Immunity improver: apple, carrot, lemon, ginger and garlic.

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Enjoy a real 5-Star Service!

Under French management by the lovely Isabelle the salon operates to very high standards and uses only the best quality natural Thai oils and lotions. A whole range of massage therapies are on offer as well as facial treatments, manicures and pedicures. It is Isabelle’s strict policy not to offer a service until she is completely sure that her product is the best on the market and her staff is well-trained and pro cient in the procedure.

Recently they have been establishing 2 more exciting new massages which offer alternative relaxation and specialization. The rst treatment they were very exciting to introduce is Hot Stone Massage Therapy–this treatment would melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism. Hot stone massage therapy session promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth, water-heated stones at key points on the body.

Here are some reasons why Hot Stones become bene cial in therapy and medical science these days; it provides relief from pain associated with bromyalgia, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other chronic conditions, decreases pain and muscle spasms, reduces chronic stress and tension, increases exibility in joints, aiding in easier mobility and movement and relieves pain and tension created by strained and contracted muscles.

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Next treatment is Hot Oil Massage - Using hot oil during massage is an excellent way to promote relaxation and sooth muscle fatigue while opening the pores and softening the skin.

With great massage techniques and the quality hot oil from natural product incorporate perfectly to stimulate blood ow lymph, it helps relieve muscle tension, fatigue and stiffness.

Many varieties of massage oil contain one or more essential oil scents, which can be aroma therapeutic for both the masseuse and the recipient of the massage.

Not every massage therapist could be able to serve this Hot Oil Massage, it requires lots of experienced and professional massage therapist who experts on special Hot oil techniques only in order to follow the right physical and therapeutic science. Hot oil can be used and customized for all types of traditional massage.

These two new very exciting treatments are good reasons to get over to the tender ministrations of Isabelle and her expert therapists for a complete body ‘tune up’.

You just know it makes sense! The 5 Star Massage & Beauty Salon itself has been totally renewed with a mix of teak wood décor plus still pastels colors for a more elegant and comfortable customer experience.

And of course it is still great value for money!

5star Massage & Beauty Salon 225 Rat U Thit 200 Pee Road (Opposite Holiday Inn Patong) Tel: +66 (0)90 486 2339 (Isabelle)

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THE EMERALD NIRVANA Patong-Kalim Oceanfront Residence, Condo & Villa, 5 Star Resort & Beach Club All of our condominium have been warmly accepted in design and location, we therefore are delighted to establish the Emerald Nirvana to customize the art of living for those who love to live naturally by the sea.

Splendid swimming pool, tness centre and many other facilities. All units are sea view at a de nitely affordable price. Having your own private Kalim beach within 100 m from the condominium, the Emerald Nirvana is on the Kamala-Patong road, Kalim beach, yet the Patong is within your reach (2 Km).

The Jade Villa @ Emerald Nirvana Unique Private Pool Villa with Panoramic Oceanfront View.

Unique and exclusive sea view pool villas nestled on a hilly slope with breathtaking views over the Andaman sea and perfectly in tune with the nature that surrounds it. Each villa is spacious and ingeniously designed to provide an individual and stylish character where you can enjoy spectacular sunsets without leaving your own private in nity pool.

The villas are on the ground of a luxury development of apartments, villas and 5 star hotel with an array of amenities as well as an exclusive Beach club.

They are located a few km away from Patong, allowing easy and quick access to the heart of entertainment with shopping venues, restaurants and its eccentric nightlife. Our degree of involvement from the development right through the day-to-day operation by our team of experienced villa management professionals and rental providers, means that no competitors knows their product as well as us. With our existing “Rental guarantee & Vacation home program�, you are assured a return on your investment of at least 10% per year taking into consideration your individual nancial requirements.

THE EMERALD NIRVANA 4233 Kalim Beach Rd., Kathu, Patong, Phuket Thailand 83150 Tel: +66 (0)85 543 5435, +66 (0)82 333 3416 www.emerald-nirvana-phuket.com

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1st August 2014, Beach BBQ Party at Sala Bua Restaurant,

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Emerald EPL Master Tour Phuket 2014.

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Laguna Phuket annual Mother’s Day. 8th August, 2014 Laguna Annual Mot her’s day at Laguna Phuket Kindergarten Phuket. The Event was organized by , Laguna Resorts & Hotels Plc to celeb Laguna rate H.M. Queen Sirikit’s 82nd Birthday and Lagu na Phuket Kindergarten’s 22nd Annivers ary.

Pool Party! with the perfmect Golf & Spa Resort firstures Sofitel Krabi Phokeethraand resort feat the largest free-for venue for a chic party setluxuI ries a beautiful tropical garden. swimming pool in Thailand

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pparat Mayth TCEB president Mr. No m left), Phuket Maitri Inthusut (5th fro Mr. r no ver Go ket Phu m left), Phuket fro h (4t lp asi ch Pre mai ment at the Vice Governor Dr. Som ge na ma top s and TCEB’ MICE Mart’s government of cials, stic me Thailand’s 1st Do opening ceremony of 4 at Angsana 201 st gu Au 1st , ay Frid Phuket edition last ket.

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s Frank-Mikkelsen, wa s born and educated where he received in Denmark, a degree in Hotel Ma nagement from Copenhagen Business School. He began his career as Tour Leader and Destinatio n Manager in Egypt, Turkey, Spain, Venezuela and Greec e. He has held severa l management positions at other Hilton Worldwide properties, where he has grown respectively in the Development. Most rec eld of Sales, Events and Business ently, Frank- Mikkelsen of Business Develop was Director ment at Hilton Cope nhagen Airport Denmark, he brings 13 years of experience to his new role at Hilton Phuket Arcad ia Resort & Spa where he oversee the Sales, Events & Cater ing, Marketing & Co mmunications, Reservations and Re venue Management functions within the hotel.

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Thanyapura welcomes popular Thai Rock star Toon Bodyslam for his training before his competition at Hua Hin Triathlon. He also jointed Than yapura Sports Day which brought fun and joy to the Thanyapura team.

Amari Phuket participate s in the Birthday Parad for Her Majesty Quee e n Sirikit Team

members of Amari Ph uket recently partic in the parade to ce ipated lebrate Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 82nd birthday, which coincides with Mothe Thailand. The Gove r’s Day in rnor of Phuket – Mr MaitriInthusut (back row – second from the right) and the Mayor of Patong – Ms Chalerm lakKebsub (back row – third from the right), were the leaders of the cerem ony organised by the Patong Munic ipality at Loma Park, Pa tong Beach.

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Dusit Thani Laguna Phuk et welcomes New Director of Sales & Marketing, Mr. Sanjeev Tandon An Indian

national, Tandon ho lds a master’s degre in ma na ge me nt e stu die s wit h spe cia liza tio n in marketing from S.P. Jain Institute of Mana gement and Research, Mumbai Uni versity, India plus ext ensive key ac co un t ma na ge me nt, rev en ue ma na ge me nt, marketing communica tions and operations exp erience.

He brings 25 years of international experience in several sen ior Sa les & Ma rke tin g ma na ge me nt po siti on s.

Tandon has built up an impressive list of acco mplishment with luxury hospitality brands in India, Sau di Arabia, Un ite d Ara b Em ira tes , Sul tan ate of Om an an d Qatar. Prior to joining Dusit Thani Laguna Ph uket, he was Director of Sales & Marketing for Möve npick Hotel Al Khobar & Mövenp ick Beach Resort Al Khobar. He speaks uent English and Hindi.

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tel Hotels & Resorts is pleased to anno appointment of Jeff unce the Ross as general mana ger of Swissôtel Resort Phuket. He ha s been with the comp any since 2010, and most recently hel d the role of hotel ma nager at Swissôtel The Stamford, Singapo re.

Extensive experience in food and beverag e and operations has allowed Ross to develop a depth of knowledge and expertise in the hospi tality industry. Prior to joining Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts, Ro ss held senior mana gement positions for Starwood Hotels an d Resorts at the comp any’s properties in Asia, the Middle Ea st and Europe. During Swissôtel The Stamford his tenure at , he rose from directo r of operations to hotel manager aft er one year. Under his care was a 1,261-room property that ranks as one of the tallesthotels in Southeast Asia wit h eightrestaurants and bars and 6,500m² of conventio n space under its roo f.

Ross has achieved a Certi cate in Hotel Ad ministration from the Centre Internation al de Glion – Swiss Ho tel Management School and CATP Hoteli er & Restaurateur by Lyc ée Technique Hotelier Diekirch – Lux embourg Hotel Schoo l.

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MAI KHAO BEACH ŏ Turtle Village The Exclusive Shopping Destination on Mai Khao Beach for the best dining and shopping on Mai Khao Beach. Cuisine choices match wonderfully with the gift, souvenir, antique and clothing selections.

Bill Bentley Pub, the only English pub on Mai Khao Beach, The Coffee Club, Swensens, Supermarket Turtle Mart, Jim Thompson, Narai Phand, Tanya Living, Thai Souvenir, Triumph, Surfers Paradise, Esprit Outlet, A.Prime, Custom Tailor, Tara-Leather products, Private Collection, J&P Gems, Mt. Sapola, Ferera, Their Nibs, The Handmade, Thai Express, Noodle Bar. BANGTAO & SURIN BEACH ŏ Canal Village Located in the heart of Laguna Phuket Destination Resort, Canal Village Laguna Shopping is a beautifully landscape courtyard surrounded by more than 30 shops, offers the finest selection of quality goods and services available in Phuket.

Whether you desire local and regional handicrafts, clothing, jewellery, daily necessities, tours and excursion options, and delicious dining, chances are you will find it at Canal Village.

Indulge yourself and your loved ones for a day at the superb retail outlets the serene shopping retreat has to offer.

Address: 390/30 Moo 1 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Tel: 076 362 330 Email: shopping@lagunaphuket.com Website: www.lagunaphuket.com ŏ Surin Plaza Located between Cherng Talay and Surin Beach, Surin Plaza is a one-off, high-class, three-storey shopping emporium.

Here, you can buy unique jewelry, designer clothes, objects d’art and antiques – all in a very attractive setting. Shopping here is a fascinating experience and retailers generally open and close late, typically from 10:00 – 20:00.

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ŏ Tesco Lotus Park This shopping square offers easy shopping and leisure options to Cherng Talay and Surin Beach residents and has facilities for expats and hotel guests as well as locals. A large Tesco Lotus supermarket with parking space is at its nucleus while diagonally opposite stands a McDonald’s branch with both indoor and outdoor seating. Sells everything from food and drink to household goods and is open from 06:00 – 22:00.

PATONG BEACH ŏ Jungceylon Located centrally in Patong Beach is the newest addition to the growing trend of shopping malls in Phuket. ‘Jungceylong’ was the old name for Phuket when it was still a prosperous port town and trading in the region was at its peak. This shopping mall retains a lot of the old history of Phuket in its architecture and style and is a joy to visit for this alone.

The choice of goods is world-class, comprising space well over 300 shops with ample car parking space, restaurants, bars, cinema and bowling alley along with everything else you could possibly need for a busy day shopping.

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ŏ Banana Walk The area’s newest shopping centre is located just 100 meters south of Soi Bangla on the beach road, right next to Banana Disco. The mall is multilevel (three floors) and its overall design leans toward minimal and modernistic, at night the lighting, ranging from blue to red, gives Banana Walk the feeling of entering a spaceship dock in a science fiction movie. Shopping, dining and cosmetics are the three main thrusts of this complex in which you can find almost anything to eat, drink, or buy. You even can improve your well-being at a spa or make yourself even more beautiful at an aesthetic centre or at the onsite hairdresser.

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KATA & KARON BEACH ŏ Kata Plaza Nowadays there are in fact two distinct shopping malls with a bazaar-like feel to them, both are located close to the Kata Palace Hotel and Club Med along Kata Road which runs parallel to Kata Beach Road. The newer of the two is flanked by tailor shops, a pharmacy, and a cozy fan-cooled café along with a minimart and the inevitable optician’s shop. The two-lane plaza really is a one-stop destination for all your holiday souvenirs.

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ŏ Karon Bazaar A large, covered market-like shopping centre set in the central area of Karon Beach Road, right between Woraburi Phuket and Moenvenpick Resorts. The bazaar features just about everything you’ll ever need. Karon Bazaar is a smaller beachside version of the famous Phuket Weekend Market in Phuket Town. Aimed at tourists, the place is a great opportunity for an evening stroll.

PHUKET TOWN ŏ Central Festival Central Festival Phuket is an air-conditioned, fully equipped one-stop shopping mall lying just outside of Phuket Town. The Central Store plays host to over 120 outlets selling products ranging from up-market clothing, fashion accessories, silk goods, bedding, household goods, toys and children’s accessories, travel bags, food, and drinks. There are also watch and jewelry counters here.

It’s literally possible to spend a full day here - shopping, catching the latest movies, and dining out at the range of international restaurants that offer everything from French cuisine to Japanese to local Thai outlets. ŏ Premium Outlet Phuket Brand-name clothing and sports accessories at bargain prices, it’s located on the Bypass Road. Apart from Thai brands, other items on sale include Lacoste, Guy Laroche, Hush Puppies, Warner Bros, Pierre Cardin, Van Heusen, Levi’s, Lee, Nautica, Adidas and Nike and feature discounts of up to 70%. ŏ Phuket Weekend Market The Jatujak (or JJ) weekend market in Bangkok is world famous but few people realize that there is an equally good alternative here in Phuket, albeit on a smaller scale.

Situated opposite the Naka Temple (which is also worth a visit) outside of Phuket Town, just 5 minutes from Central Festival on the Chao Fa West Road lies Phuket’s equivalent to Bangkok’s JJ Market.

Here you will find all manner of things for sale from seemingly useless second-hand household junk and cute little trinkets to garden ornaments, clothing and ideal presents for all your friends and family. There is also an abundance of food and drink stalls to keep the energy levels up whilst you wander around.

The market starts in the afternoon and goes on until the evening time when it can get really very lively.

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TELEPHONE NUMBERS OF THE CONSULAR REPRESENTATIVES FUNCTIONING IN PHUKET

Visa

001-800-11-535-0660

Australia

076 372 600

Ireland

076 281 273

AMEX

02 273 5544

Austria

076 248 334-6

Italy

076 381 792

Master Card

001-800-11-887-0663

Czech Republic

076 249 400

USA

076 342 270

Diners Club

02 232 4100

Denmark

076 221 159-60

Korea

076 234 452

HSBC

1590

Finland

076 330 530-4

Norway

076 230 130

City Bank

1588, 02 232 2484

France

076 288 828

Sweden

076 380 000

JCB

02 256 9151-4

Germany

076 610 407

United Kingdom

076 318 188

INTERNATIONAL CALLS DIAL: +66 - 76, INSIDE THAILAND CALLS DIAL 076- FOR PHUKET Muang District Police Station

212 129

Phuket Airport

327 230-37

Tourist Police

214 368 or 1155

Tourism Authorities (TAT)

212 213

Kamala Police Station

279 058

Phuket Tourist Association

610 365-6

Kathu Police Station

342 719/21

Bangkok Phuket Hospital

254 425

Thalang Police Station

311 123

Mission Hospital

237 220-6

Phuket Provincial Immigration Office

215 217

Patong Hospital

340 444 or 342 633-4

Phuket Deep Sea Port

391 171

Phuket International Hospital

249 400

Phuket Post and Telegraph Office

211 020 or 216 951

Vachira Phuket Hospital

361 324

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SCHEDULE TO/FROM PHUKET EFFECTIVE : 30 MARCH - 25 OCTOBER 2014 PHUKET TO BANGKOK (SUVARNABHUMI)

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GETTING TO KNOW

the Southern Andaman Region of Krabi, Phi Phi and Koh Lanta

as it could actually be classi ed as a mud at, especially during low tide. The main attraction for visitors to Railey Beach is the adrenaline pumping activity of cliff climbing.

The limestone cliffs on the huge headland between East of Railey Beach and Phra Nang cave, as well as other nearby islands provide world-class rock climbing facilities against a stunning backdrop of the sea with approximately 700 routes of mid to high dif cult rating.

Pra Nang Beach Connected to Railay by a small path, Phra Nang is on the outermost headland, backed by limestone cliffs soaring above the beach. At the bottom of the cliff lies the Princess Cave or Tham Phra Nang Nok where local shermen leave offerings for good fortune.

Three hours drive south from Phuket through stunning limestone cliffs and dense forest brings you to the southern playground of the Krabi region of the Andaman overlooking Phang Nga Bay with its many scattered islands, hidden bays and beaches.

Throw away your watch and bask in nature’s beauty or snorkel, dive, rock climb, sh, kayak, hike, sail, party, spa or wine and dine to your heart’s content – this region has it all.

Ao Nang Beach Just 18 km from Krabi Town is beautiful Ao Nang with its 83 scattered islands. Each island is only a short distance from the next and so during low tide you can wade to a neighboring island, many with sandy beaches and crystal clear water and majestic limestone cliffs rising straight from the clear waters of the sea. Ao Nang has several famous beaches including East Rai Le, West Rai Le and Phra Nang cave which stretches to the foot of a prominent limestone range.

Noppharat Thara Beach Just 20 km west of Krabi and three miles long, this beach is lined with majestic Casuarina trees and is in fact part of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Koh Phi Phi National Marine Park and is the location of the Park headquarters. As with Ao Nang, it’s possible to reach other islands in the bay on foot during low tides.

Railay Beach This beach is generally divided into two sections, east and west. West Railey provides visitors with peace and quiet as it is a broad sandy beach with fewer facilities than Ao Nang. East Railey which lies across the peninsula from West Railey is different from other beaches in the area

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Klong Muang Beach/Tubkaak Krabi’s latest beach destination, Muang Klong boasts both 5-star and boutique hotels like the Sheraton Krabi Resort, the Nakamanda and the Tubkaak Resort and offers powderwhite sand and safe swimming.

The Lanta Island Group About 53 islands are included in this group situated at the southern limit of Krabi Province. Koh Lanta Yai is the largest and is both a traveler’s and up-market vacationer’s paradise and is as yet relatively undeveloped. You can get to Lanta on the regular ferry from Jao Fah Pier in Krabi Town. The prime attractions are its long beaches, clear water, laid back atmosphere and scuda diver’s paradise where most of the nicest beaches and tourist attractions are located.

The Phi Phi Islands Known for phenomenal natural beauty, particularly the famous twin bays with their the curving beaches upon which lies the largest town. Phi Phi islands are some of the most beautiful in the world with superb scenery, silvery sand beaches and Emerald green seas with coral reefs and an abundance of marine life. Hardly two hours journey by boat from Ao Nang, the twin islands Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh provide excellent accommodation options and are known as major “party islands.”

Poda Islands Situated south of Ao Nang, 8 Kilometers offshore, Koh Poda or Poda Group Islands are fringed by clear waters and offer white sandy beaches, as well as, pristine coral reefs.

These islands are not affected so much by the monsoon therefore are year-round attractions and an excellent place for shing. Poda island with white sand beaches and clear turquoise seawater abounded with schools of colorful sh.

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Emerald Pool Emerald Pool or Sra Morakot in Thai is located at Klong Thom District. This hot spring originates from a warm stream in the lowland forest. The intensity of the pool’s turquoise colored water varies according to the light and time of the day so a good time to visit is at dawn or early morning.

Bird Watching A trip to Krabi can be a very rewarding visit for any bird lovers. With easily accessible mangroves and low lying forests, there are many places to spot rare birds. Two excellent locations are Khao Kanat Nam, close to Krabi Town, and Khao No Chuchi Forest Preserve.

Tiger Cave Temple Tiger Cave Temple or Wat Tham Sua in Thai is located about 3 kilometers from Krabi town. The inside of this cave features tiger prints captured in stone and is in the middle of an abundant forest with gigantic ancient trees. This place is remarkable archaeologically as many artifacts have been found on the premises including tools, pottery and the mold for the Buddha’s footprint.

Partying Phi Phi is known worldwide as “Party Island central” and Koh Lanta is not far behind. Krabi Town is more sedate, but there are plenty of good bars and a live music scene to enjoy.

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Rock Climbing Apart from marine sports, Krabi is also an ideal place for rock climbing. Lines of sheer limestone cliffs along Tham Phranang and Rai Le Beaches have challenged thousands of climbers from all over the world every year. The levels of dif culty of the various routes vary, so Whether you’re a professional or just an aspiring adrenalin junkie, the craggy karsts of Krabi offer a huge array of bolted mounts.

Diving Both scuba and snorkeling are widely available in warm, coral and sh infested waters with full PADI accreditation courses and live-aboard adventures.

Sightseeing by Canoe or Kayak Many companies offer sea canoeing and kayaking adventures around Phang Nga Bay and into the many coves, caves and islets dotting the otherworldly shores around Krabi, Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.

Fishing Abundant sea and even freshwater shing is available all over this region, from squid boating, to line shing in Phang Nga Bay, to big game adventures off the Continental Shelf drop-off. Don’t let that big one get away!

Shopping Outlet Village Krabi is located on Phetchakasem Road. It is on the way from the city to the local airport and features a tall lighthouse near the entrance and 6,000 sqm of retail space. Throughout the year, many Thai and foreign travelers visit this outlet which offers over 100 selected leading brands for all ages. Clothing discounted up to 70% is available here. It is open daily from 11:00 a.m. - 9.00 p.m.

Enjoying the Local Seafood Have a seafood feast and savor the fresh day’s catch in any number of a fun, laidback, or ne-dining restaurants all over this region.

GETTING THERE By road from Phuket Take a minibus or frequent local bus from Phuket Town’s bus terminal with information regarding timetables, taxi or mini-van shuttle services readily available at hotels, travel agent or Phuket Airport.

Renting a car is also a good option and the roads are wide, modern and relatively quiet.

To Krabi and Phi Phi by boat It is possible to charter a speedboat or similar transportation to Krabi or Koh Phi Phi, or there are frequent daily ferries operating between Phuket and Phi Phi Island and then on to Krabi, or via the Koh Yao Islands, each taking about two hours.

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•Krabi Hotel Highlights •

Pimalai Resort & Spa - Koh Lanta Tel. +66 (0) 75 60 7 999 www.pimalai.c om

The Tubkaak Krabi Boutique Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 628 400 www.tubkaakresort.com Amari Vogue Krabi Tel. +66 (0) 75 607 777 www.amari.com/Krabi_Vogue_Resort Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 628 000 www.starwoodhotels.com Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Tel. +66 (0) 75 628 111 www.ritzcarlton.com Anyavee Tabkaek Beach Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 607 200 www.anyaveetubkaekbeachresort.com Mercure Krabi Deevana Tel. +66 (0) 75 639 999 www.mercure.com Aonang Phu Petra Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 626 666 www.aonangphupetra.com Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 789 www.centarahotelsresorts.com Aonang Villa Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 270-4 www.aonangvilla.com The L Resort Krabi Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 485 www.thelresort.com Aonang Ayodhaya Beach Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 661 555 www.aonangayodhaya.com Krabi Resort Thailand Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 030-5 www.krabiresort.net Aonang Buri Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 499 www.aonangburi.com

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Peace Laguna Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 637 344-7 www.peacelagunaresort.com Krabi Sands Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 600 027 www.krabisands.com Railay Beach Rayavadee Tel. +66 (0) 75 620 740-3 www.rayavadee.com Bhu Nga Thani Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 819 451-4 www.bhungathani.com Railay Village Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 819 412-3 www.railayvillagekrabi.com Anyavee Railay Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 819 438 www.anyaveerailay.com Railay Bay Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 622 998-9 www.railaybayresort.com Koh Lanta Layana Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 607 100 www.layanaresort.com Rawi Warin Resort & spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 607 400-498 (98 lines) www.rawiwarin.com Twin Bay Resort Tel. +66 (0) 84 305 4288 www.twinbaylanta.com Nakara Long Beach Resort Tel. + 66 (0) 75 684 198 Crown Lanta Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 626 999 www.crownlanta.com

So tel Krabi Phok eethra Golf & Sp a Resort TTel. +66 (0) 75 62 7 800 ww w w.so tel.com

Lanta Pura Beach Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 668 299-301 www.lantapura.com Lanta Castaway Beach Resort Tel. + 66 (0) 75 684 851 www.lantacastaway.com Anda Lanta Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 665 018 www.andalanta.com Royal Lanta Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 684 361 www.royallanta.com Andaman Lanta Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 684 200-2 www.andamanlanta.com Lanta Marina Reaort Tel. +66 (0) 75 684 168 www.lantamarina.com Phi Phi Island Holiday Inn Resort Phi Phi Island Tel. + 66 (0) 75 627 300 www.ichotelsgroup.com Outrigger Phi Phi Island Resort & Spa Tel. +66 (0) 75 628 900 www.outrigger.com Phi Phi Island Cabana Hotel Tel. +66 (0) 75 601 170-7 www.phiphi-cabana.com Zeavola Tel. +66 (0) 75 627 000 www.zeavola.com Phitharom PP Resort Tel. +66 (0) 75 601 121 www.phiphiresortphitharom.com