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Andaman Sea
Mai Khao Beach
Sirinath National Park
Nai Yang Beach Sai Cape
Naithon Beach
Sarasin Bridge
Yacht haven Marina
Mission Hills
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Kung Bay
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Ao Po Grand Marina
Po Bay
Jumeirah Private Island Marina
Bang Rong Bay
Koh Rang Yai
Yamu Cape
Koh Sire
Koh Maphrao
Deep Sea Harbour
ad Sakdidej Ro
Koh Aeo
Panwa Cape
Ao Makham
Phuket Bay
Sapan Hin
Phuket City
Sapam
Hin Cape
Tha Ruea Bay
Boat Lagoon Marina Royal Phuket Marina
Paklok Heroines' Monument
King Rama IX Park
Homeworks
Index Big C
Lotus
Tourist Police
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Tha Ruea
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Phuket Airpark
Ton Sai Waterfall
Bang Pae Waterfall
Kho Phra Taew National Park
Thalang
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Thepkassatri Road
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Blue Canyon
ort Phuket Int’l Airp
Helipad
Layan 4030
Tesco
Chalong Bay
Koh Lon
Thepkassatri Road
Koh kala
Layan Beach
Wat Chalong
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Central
Kathu
Loch Palm
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Laguna Cherngtalay 4025
Bang Tao Beach Son Cape
Surin Beach Sing Cape
Kathu Waterfall
Phuket Country Club
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Jungceylon
Bang Wad Dam
HomePro Village
Chalong
Phunaka
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Koh Bon
Rawai Beach
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Kamala Beach
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Kalim Beach
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Patong Beach
Freedom Bay
Relax Bay
Karon Beach
Koh Pu
Kata Beach Kata Noi Beach
Nui Bay
Nai Harn Beach Koh Man
Phromthep Cape
Viset Road
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Kasom Kalai
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Water Village (Panyee Is.)
Koh Ping Kan (James Bond Is.)
Koh Chong Lat
Khao To
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Ao Luk
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Taeng Cape
Koh Kudu Yai
Thap Put
Koh Batang
Koh Pak Bia
Koh Hong (Krabi)
Railay
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To Trang
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Klong Yang
Koh Klang
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Klong Thom
To Trang
Khao Phanom
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Chai Buri
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Krabi
Taling Chan
Nua Klaong
Krabi Airport
Huay To Waterfall
Khao Phanom Benja National Park
Plai Phraya
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Koh Kai
Koh Pu
Koh Si Bo Ya
Krabi City
Khao Kram
Ao Pranang
Koh Poda
Koh Phi Phi Le
Koh Phi Phi Don
Koh Phai
Koh Ngang
Koh Yung
Koh Rung Nok
Koh Yao Noi
Koh Boi Noi
Koh Hong
Koh Panak
Koh Boi Yai
Koh Nakha Yai
Hua Lan Cape
Koh Yao Yai
Koh Lipi
Koh Mai Thon
Koh Dok Mai
Koh Khai Nok
Koh Maphrao
Koh Rang Noi Koh Rang Yai
Koh Nakha Noi
Phang Nga Kok Kloi
To Ranong
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Phuket Island
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Koh Lon
Phuket City
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Koh Lanta Noi
Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta Yai
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Contents
OCTOBER MAY 2012 2012
Regulars Phuket Island map What's on : on & off Phuket (including the movies) Holes in the wall Classifieds Phuket’s Vegetarian Festival Social Phuket Phuket street food scene Legal matters : Labor Law in Thailand People profile : Phuket's got talent Things to do in Phuket Health matters : Blood donations Useful telephone numbers
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Yachts & Yachting DaVinci Yacht Charters Yacht Charters : Sunsail Phuket tide tables : October 2012 – November 2012 Cholamark Boat
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Cover photos: Top: Andaman Cruises Bottom: Chanintr Living at Häfele Design Center
Cars Car sales : Sure Motors Car rentals : Pure Car Rent
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Shopping, Dining & Leisure Helicam : Provides full marketing material for Asian Yacht Charters Recipe : Tomahawk Steak Dining around Phuket
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Spas, Health & Beauty Hair Studio 9 Lemongrass House Oasis Spa The Royal Spa Sukko Spa RE KÁ TA Spa
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Land & Property (Sales / Rentals) Cape Panwa Hotel The Eva by Eva Group Eva Beach by Eva Group Kata Rocks Wings 88 Land & Houses Phuket Karon Butterfly Resort Tropical Homes Real Estate St. James Properties BMP Plunge Tropic Villas Tile-It : Phuket's quality tile boutique Phuket Consult The Charm Residences ISS Facility Services : Integrated pest management system Häfele
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The Irish Times Ambassador's Cup 4 October @ Red Mountain Golf Club
The Straits Games (TSG) 12 - 14 October @ Patong Beach, Phuket
The Cup involves a four-man Scramble, Hole in One Prizes and more. Entry is 5,000 baht and includes Goodie Bag, prizes and dinner. Registration is from 10am. Shotgun Tee-off is at 12:30pm. There are free jugs of beer for golfers at the Pub Quiz. Contact: Joojee, Life Home Project, Tel: +66 (0)76 614060. Email: joojee88@yahoo.com. Web: www.lifehomeproject.org.
The 11th anniversary of The Straits Games (TSG), which sees gay groups from all around Asia competing in sports and social events, in Phuket. Volleyball, bowling, badminton, squash and swimming are just a few of the sports participants will be involved in. Tel: +66 (0)84 848 7963.
Phuket Vegetarian Festival 4 - 14 October @ Phuket Island An annual event held during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar and lasting for ten days, the Festival celebrates the purification of the mind and body and merit-making through a vegetarian diet. Early morning processions from Chinese temples present devotees, possessed by gods, piercing their tongues, cheeks and other parts of the body with sharp implements. Tel: +66 (0)81 569 9076. Web: www.phuketvegetarian.com.
Culture & Heritage 5 October @ Blue Elephant Restaurant As part of the continuing "Identifying and Marketing ‘Brand Phuket’" series, Phuket PR Network and AMCHAM are holding, 'Culture and Heritage' designed to create awareness about Phuket’s history. The emphasis is on Paranakan roots and ‘shop house’ communities. Admission is 300 baht with finger food. Registration is from 5pm. Blue Elephant is offering a set menu at 8pm for 1,000 baht. Tel: +66 (0)76 354355. Web: www.shineprphuket.com.
Irish Times Pub Quiz 6 October @ Movenpick Resort & Spa, Karon Beach Irish Times Pub presents a quiz to raise funds for the Life Home Project. There will be a buffet of traditional pub food, games with great prizes and amazing surprises. There are free game cards for teams of 10. The cost for this good cause evening is 2,000 baht per person. Tel: +66 (0)76 614060.
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Wine List of the Year Awards 13 October @ The Westin Siray Bay, Phuket This exclusive dinner sees a five course menu, top class wines, entertainment and the opportunity to see Thailand's winning hospitality establishments. Come support the local tourism industry and local charities. Tickets are 2,690 baht. Tel: +66 (0)89 725 6994. Web: www.winelistoftheyearthailand.com.
Phuket Job Fair 2012 27 - 28 October @ Ratchapat University The Phuket Job Fair 2012 aims at gathering companies willing to expand their work force and job seekers from Phuket and from the 8 surrounding provinces of the island. A unique opportunity for you to get a job on the island or to find the staff you really need! Tel: +66 (0)89 725 6994. Web: www. phuketjobfair.com.
Swatch FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour 30 October - 4 November @ Karon Beach, Phuket The event draws more than 70 of the world's best women beach volleyball players from over 30 counties including the current world championships and reigning Olympic champions who compete for prize money of US$190,000. In addition there are supporting amateur tournaments at both the international and local levels as well as a sponsor village featuring a range of sale outlets and fun activities. Matches take place thoughout the day, admission to the tournament is free. Tel. +66 (0)76 212213, +66 (0)76 211036. Web: www.pentanglepromotions.com.
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Regular Events The International Business Association of Phuket (IBAP)
Cricket / Rugby The Outrigger Hotels T/Twenty Cricket League at the ACG Cricket Ground
Regular Meeting will be the 2nd Friday of the month. Tel: +66 (0)81 412 5652. Web: www.ibap-phuket.net.
Matches are played every Sunday - 9am start at the ACG. Touch Rugby Wednesday evenings. For further information, directions, fixture updates, membership contact www.phuketcricketgroup.com and www.acgphuket.com.
Phuket Afternoon Computer Clinic
British Business Association – Phuket (BBAP)
Join ‘For Dummies’ author Woody Leonhard at his weekly Computer Clinic, Every Wednesday of every month, 1 to 3pm. 3 October at Patong. 10 and 24 October at Chalong. Email: Woody@KhunWoody.com. Web: www. khunwoody.com.
Meetings are held on the 1st Wednesday of the month. Dinner meetings start at 7pm. Monthly Pub & Networking Nights are on the 3rd Friday of each month at 7pm. Email socialsec@bbap.org. Web: www.bbap.org.
Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC)
Sunday races in the FCI Watermakers Series continue With Race 3 on the 7th, Race 4 on the 12th and Race 5 on the 21st. Contact: Scott, Tel: +66 (0)81 958 6879. Web: www.acyc.asia.
The monthly lunch will be held at Boathouse in Kata. Members 500 baht, guests 650 baht. Contact: Carole Dux, Tel: +66 (0)76 316711. Email: info@ phuketiwc.com. Web: www.phuketiwc.com.
Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC)
Entertainment – October Choices
Lions Club of Patong Beach The monthly membership meeting and fellowship dinner is on the second Tuesday of each month. Contact: Jehanbaz (Jum) Ali Khan, Tel: +66 (0)81 374 2088. Email: info@lions-club-patong.org. Web: www.lions-club-patong.org.
Live Jazz @ Music Matters Jazz Bar A hidden place in Phuket Town to go for Jazz, Salsa, Caribbean, African, South American or other exotic music. Live jazz jam sessions are Wednesday and Saturday nights. It is open-air with only about a half-dozen tables.
Chicky Net - The social network for women in Thailand
Live DJ's Every Fri & Sat @ Wine Connection Kata – Bar & Grill
Chicky Net is the online social network for women who have either relocated to Thailand or who are visiting for a specific period of time. Join us at www. chickynetnet.com and meet other women in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Hua Hin and Phuket. Email: info@chickynet.com. Web: www.chickynet.com.
Two difference ambiences on each floor. Casual dining atmosphere is made from cozy terrace and fun with its bar zone at night by high tables and DJ booth from the second floor.
Grumpy Old Men's Society (GOMS)
An activity Beach House Restaurant & Cocktail Bar offering chilled international music including live jam nights. They also teach many activities, surfing & 'SUP'.
A grumpy but happy group of local gentleman who gather every first and third Monday of the month at Chalong Pier Beer Garden to have a few quiet beers, share information and to raise money for charity. Drinks start at 6pm and meetings at 6:45pm. Contact: Val Guytonbeck, Email: vguytonbeck@gmail.com.
Live Jam Nights @ Skyla's Beach House
Live Music on Weekends @ Ratri Italian Bar & Grill Come and enjoy great Italian food and have drinks at a special price, all night!! Live music from the talented musician, LINO every Friday and Saturday at 7pm.
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Upcoming Movies
Central Festival Phuket, Tel: +66 (0)76 209000 Jungceylon Shopping Destination Patong, Tel: +66 (0)76 600555
TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 2
LIBERAL ARTS
(Drama, Romance) Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Taylor Lautner, Ashley Greene
(Drama, Comedy) Josh Radnor, Elizabeth Olsen, Zac Efron
Bella, Edward and Jacob bond in an effort to save Bella and Edward's baby. When the Volturi hear about the child, they fear that the Cullens have broken vampire laws and created a newborn. Alice has a vision showing her that the Volturi are coming to kill them all, and no explanation will be good enough for them.
Newly single and uninspired by his job in college admissions, introverted Jesse Fisher lives with his head buried in a book. His deep nostalgia for his own alma mater - the dining halls, dorm rooms, parties and poetry seminars - makes him wonder if his best days are behind. When a professor invites him back to campus to speak at his retirement dinner, Jesse jumps. Meeting Zibby, a classical music-loving sophomore, awakens longdormant feelings of possibility and connection.
SILENT HILL: REVELATION
RISE OF THE GUARDIANS
(Mystery & Suspense, Horror) Adelaide Clemens, Sean Bean, Radha Mitchell
(Horror, Animation, Fantasy, Comedy) Hugh Jackman, Alec Baldwin, Isla Fisher, Chris Pine
In Silent Hill: Revelation 3D, Heather Mason and her father have been on the run, always one step ahead of dangerous forces that she doesn't fully understand. On the eve of her 18th birthday, plagued by horrific nightmares and the disappearance of her father, Heather discovers she's not who she thinks she is. The revelation leads her deeper into a demonic world that threatens to trap her forever.
"Rise of the Guardians" is an epic and magical adventure that tells the story of Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, the Sandman, and Jack Frost - legendary characters with previously unknown extraordinary abilities. When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children everywhere.
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Off Phuket Events
Upcoming Events
Bangkok’s 14th International Festival of Dance & Music
NOVEMBER 2012
Till – 14 October @ Thailand Cultural Center, Bangkok
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Under the Royal Patronage of HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, the festival sees an array of world-class performing arts. The program features 15 productions from countries including Ukraine, France, The Netherlands, India, Brazil, Poland, Italy, Russia, Germany, United Kingdom, Switzerland, USA and Argentina. Events range from folk dance, classic ballet, tango, opera, symphonies, gypsy concert, contemporary dance, a documentary with live orchestra, an illusion show, street and break dancing. Contact: Thai Ticket Major, Tel: +66 (0)2 262 3191. Web: www.bangkokfestivals.com.
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3 Nation Charity Ride 2012
5 - 7 October @ Krabi
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The Ride is the biggest event on the regional biking calendar and and sees big capacity motorcycles and bikers from Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries. Since the event first began in 1994, it has raised more than 1.5 million Ringitt of which sums have been distributed to charity homes. The cost is 1,500 baht per person. This year is the 300 km convoy ride from Hatyai to Krabi with police escorts and 50 route marshals. Web: www.3nationcharityride.org.
30 - 8 Dec
The Melbourne Cup: The Race That Stops a Nation @ Latitude, Laguna, Phuket 7th Andaman International Soccer 7s @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club, Phuket Phuket International Sport Fishing Tournament @ Ao Chalong, Phuket 10th Phuket International Soccer 7s @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Phuket Laguna Phuket Triathlon @ Laguna, Phuket Sukhothai Loi Krathong and Candle Festival @ Sukhothai Phuket Youth Football Cup @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Phuket
DECEMBER 2012
Sakon Nakhon Wax Castle Festival
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8 - 12 October @ Sakon Nakhon One of the biggest events in the Ok Phansa Day (The end of Buddhist Lent), wonderful wax castles are created from talent artists in the province. Experience the magnificent Wax Castle Procession and feast your eyes on the wonderful tradition of Sakon Nakhon people. Contact: TAT Nakhon Phanom, Tel: +66 (0)42 513490-1. Web: www.tourismthailand.org. The 15th Amari Watergate & BMW Thailand Charity Midnight Run
20 October @ Amari Watergate, Bangkok It is the only race in Bangkok to be held at midnight, and offers competitors a choice of 2 distances – 6k or 12k. The city streets will be closed and protected by a security contingent of about 400 officers and supported along the route by local residents, shop owners and the management and staff of the Amari Watergate Bangkok. Entry forms can be obtained and purchased at 300 and 1,000 baht. Contact: Clark Hatch, Fitness Centre of the Amari Watergate Bangkok Tel. +66 (0)2 653 9000 ext. 5780-2. Web: www.amari.com/watergate/charity-midnight-run.aspx.
TSLC IronKids Phuket Official Race @ Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club, Phuket 1-8 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta @ Kata Beach Resort & Spa, Phuket Phuket Carnival @ Patong Beach, Phuket 15 - 20 Asia Superyacht Rendezvous @ Surin 16 - 18 Beach, Phuket 26 Tsunami Memorial Day Light up Phuket @ Patong Beach, Phuket 30 - 31 Phuket Electronic Music and Dance Festival @ Karon Beach, Phuket Times & dates of events are subject to change. Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.
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Mor Mudong
Yoonique Music Cafe
Hen Chef
10am-9pm Drive past Phuket Zoo and keep going east for a couple of kilometres, then turn left and continue almost to the end of the road.
Open til 2am Opposite Nai Harn lake located directly behind Reggae Bar in Nai Harn Beach. Although you'll often find the bar empty, it's still a quality bar that's worth a look and to grab a beer... or something stronger (but not food.) Yoonique regularly features live music from local musicians. There's a stage set up with a bunch of instruments that you're welcome to use if you have any skills.
11am-10pm Viset Rd, 500 metres south of the Sai Yuan Rd. junction.
Mor Mudong is a great place for a relaxing lunch or dinner. The restaurant is simple and rustic but really good with a feel of simple enjoyment. You can chose to eat in a small private sala built over the mangrove, or under the trees. The food is the main reason people travel such a long way. Steamed Fish In Salt Crust is recommended. Pak Miang Goong Siah (Fried leaves with dried shrimps) is a must. 104 F4
Rom Dee 7pm til late Yaowarat Rd. between Talang & Dibuk, Phuket Town. A small bar and live music venue in Phuket Town. Rom Dee is simple and inexpensive with just a couple of a small tables catering to young Thais. Live music every night and it gets quite busy. Nothing fancy but worth a look, a perfect place for drinks and cozy conversation with a laid-back approach. Cheap beer of course.
Serving a range of Thai and International dishes, Hen Chef is a great place for a quick meal. Although the décor may seem simple and unpretentious, the food is not. Salads, pastas and steaks are the highlighted items on the menu with Thai dishes being favourites amongst the patrons. 120 F4
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The Recycle Fa Mai
6pm -10pm Rawai Beach Rd. across from the Rawai Subdistrict Admin Organization.
5pm til late Chaofa Road East beside 7-11, just east of Fisherman Way Business Centre, Chalong. A DIY meal! Enjoy an interactive and all-you-can eat dinner at a 'Moo-Kra-Tha' or the Thai variation of a Korean Barbecue restaurant. Sit at a table that has a charcoal-flamed grill surrounded by a 'canal' filled with broth. Grab some chopsticks and choose from the selection of meats, seafood, vegetables and noodles available. Grill your selection and make a soup of noodles and vegetables and complement them with the sauces available. It's a healthy and fun meal that is modestly priced at only 129 baht.
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What is striking about The Recycle in addition to its amazing Thai food is the décor. Made entirely of used and recycled items this venue offers the diner a treat to the eyes with its varying and unique hangings and furniture. The restaurant is a conversation piece on its own with the various items adorning the walls and tables. And there’s always something new to spot! 123 B5
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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 S50” is also named after our iconic Italian restaurant in the South of Phuket Island. This is a sleek hipowered motor yacht can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip or sleep up to six people for overnight stays. This magnificent 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 flybridge 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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PHUKET TIDE TABLES Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket)
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17:50
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06:10
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12:40
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01:20
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07:30
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13:50
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08:30
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1.5
08:40
2.8
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21:00
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09:20
2.9
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10:30
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22:40
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Each year,at this time, the area around Phuket’s 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 Phuket’s cultural traditions is the complex fusion of Chinese religious beliefs, with those of the original inhabitants of the island. 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 them or intermarried with the locals. A thriving community blossomed, and in 1825 the Governor Praya Jerm moved the capital town from Ta Reua to Kathu. 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 offer 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 from China. 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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Feature Schedule for street processions of Chinese Shrines Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
October 17 October 18 October 19 October 20 October 21 October 22 October 23
Sapam Shrine Samkong Shrine Ban Tha Rue Shrine Bang Neow Shrine, Cherng Thalay Shrine Jui Tui Shrine Kathu Shrine, Yokkekeng Shrine Sui Boon Tong Shrine
On the first 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, offerings are made to Lam Tao and Pak Tao. The festival then continues for nine more days with much burning of incense, banging of drums and letting off of fireworks to ward off 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 transform themselves into a trancelike state and perform acts of mortification which range from climbing 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 fiction. However it’s not for the queasy so it’s probably best not to bring the kids! For most, however, the festival isn’t so fraught. Many restaurants and stalls all over the island will fly yellow banners decorated with red script, proclaiming that they are offering 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.
If you wish to practise a strict observance during the festival, here are the ‘rules’: Maintain maximum body hygiene • Use specified kitchen utensils only for the festival • Dress in white or in very light colours • Behave yourself: physically and mentally • Abstain from eating meat, fish, eggs and milk • No sexual intercourse • Stay away from alcoholic beverages and tobacco • People in mourning should • not attend any ceremonies • Pregnant women should not attend any ceremonies
This year the festival will be held from 15-23 October. For more info on dates and events contact: TAT Phuket office, Tel: +66 (0)76 211036, +66 (0)76 212213. www.phuketvegetarian.com.
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Recipe
Tomahawk
Steak Brines and Marinades • • • • • •
1.2 kg Tomahawk steak olive oil fresh sage pepper fresh rosemary fresh thyme
• • • • •
sea salt Cujiu herb fresh basil fresh garlic fresh parsley
Preparation / Method / Serving Marinate the 1.2 kg cut of Tomahawk steak with all chopped herbs, olive oil and lemon. Keep aside for at least 30 minutes. Grill the steak for approximately 35 minutes until medium rare. During the cooking time make sure the Tomahawk is seasoned with the marinate sauce on both sides. The melt-in-your mouth taste of this perfectly grilled marble 9+ morsel of Tomahawk is served in a cast iron skillet on a wooden platter and brought out to a table in the dining area. Expectant diners can watch as the generous Australian steak is first imprinted with a brand 'B' for Bodega & Grill, before being sliced up and served with the sauce of their choice.
About Chef Mirko Cappa Executive Chef Mirko Cappa’s 20-year culinary career has taken him across the globe, but the cuisine and culture of his Italian homeland remain close to his heart. He is now overseeing all outlets at Angsana Laguna Phuket. Chef Mirko was born into a culinary life, spending much of his childhood helping out in his family’s two restaurants at Lake Garda near Milan. He gained his first international experience while serving as a chef on a ship in the Italian navy. In his travels he was inspired by different cultures and exotic flavours. After finishing his culinary studies in Italy, Chef Mirko set sail for the exotic East, and began working at a luxury hotel in Singapore. His career steadily took him up the ranks in five-star kitchens around the world to places as diverse as Shanghai, Brazil and many more. Joining Angsana Laguna Phuket as Executive Chef, his duties in overseeing all of Angsana Laguna Phuket’s restaurants, Chef Mirko takes a hands-on role at Bodega & Grill, which sits in a quiet setting in the heart of the beachfront resort. Indeed, Bodega & Grill’s easy glamour and warmth reflect the chef’s distinctive presence and demeanour. Chef Mirko explains that Bodega & Grill is a place to come with friends and family, soak up the peaceful atmosphere and share a hearty, delicious meal. For more information, please contact: Angsana Laguna Phuket Tel: +66 (0)76 358555 Email: reservations-lagunaphuket@angsana.com
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Patong Seafood
International
Baluchi
Indian
Take a journey into the home of real Thai food! Patong Seafood Restaurant was the first seafood restaurant to open in the then village-like Patong. It has changed very little from those days except for a major refurbishment after the 2004 tsunami in which major damage was sustained.
Baluchi is located in the heart of Patong and in Karon yet the relaxed atmosphere of both restaurants with soft background Indian music, creates a great ambience to relish a hearty meal with your family or to entertain your friends or clients.
The restaurant was rebuilt as it was in original Thai style with open dining area and a high circular design ceiling. Only the freshest seafood is brought straight from the boat and market to give you the finest selections, which are on display – chilled and ready to eat. The kitchens at Patong Seafood Restaurant are a place to behold, where their chefs with simply so many years of experience, prepare your seafood and other Thai delicacies to perfection.
They take pride in using only authentic and fresh Indian spices, freshly ground in their kitchen and fresh, not frozen, meat. Homemade paneer (cottage cheese) and yoghurt, tandoori kebabs, naan and rotis, Mughlai curries and the best Indian long grain basmati rice dishes are just some of the specialties which their Indian master chef serves daily. One can taste the most mouth-watering tandoori kebabs in town, not to mention the variety of breads baked freshly in the tandoor or a delicious variety of prawn, chicken, mutton or vegetable biryani.
The first thing that you will notice are the friendly staff. The smiles, the attentiveness and the helpfulness in making your choice are something you will appreciate and you will then know why many visitors and locals come back time and time again to enjoy this real taste of Thailand.
Open daily 13:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 292526, +66 (0)76 284555
Open daily 08:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 341244 Beach Rd, 200 metres north of Soi Bangla in Patong www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India. Karon is open 18:30 to 23:30 except Saturdays.
75 B2
Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to Karon Football Stadium www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
75 B3
Weekly SET MENU, 2 courses with a glass of wine @ 375 Baht
110 F4
After 2 course dinner, free limoncello A bottle of Chianti, 990 Baht
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Baan Rim Pa
Thai
'Location, location, location' as the saying goes. It doesn’t matter how good you are, if you’re not in the right location, forget it. Baan Rim Pa has become one of Thailand’s best-known restaurants, with a reputation stretching much further. It is perched on a cliff, with teak floors and the constant swish of the surf ‘downstairs’. There are some restaurants that just encapsulate the word ‘romantic’ and here, with Tommy Doyle playing classics on his grand piano, the sea breeze and the delicate aromas of world-class cooking in the air, this House by the Sea is one of the most romantic places to eat in Phuket. Situated on a rocky outcrop, overlooking the Andaman Sea, Baan Rim Pa prides itself in superb, authentic Royal Thai Cuisine, an ambience second to none and the most spectacular views on the island. Baan Rim Pa is the winner of the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence nine years in succession.
63 B5
Thai
Kantok Restaurant offers you a natural and warm ambiance where traditional healthy food is served. "The Kantok" table was originally used by the northern households welcoming guests of importance into homes.
The International and Thai at Rice in Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort come alive in the dishes so delicately prepared and presented. The White Snapper in crispy Pancetta skin served with warm lentil salad and potato basil straw and the BYD Fusion, chicken breast stuffed with scallops and served with herb gnocchi and asparagus scented cherry tomato lay testimony to Chef Ta’s creativity in preparing delectable delights.
Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort, Muean Ngern Rd. south end of Patong www.journeyful.com/baanyindee
74 G5
Plum Restaurant / Vanilla Sky Mediterranean/Tapas Bar
The new chic modern resort Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas brings the sophisticated style of city living to the tropical beauty of Phuket Island. Cape Sienna awaits you in our two unique dining venues, both with outstanding service, fine cuisine and views to match. It’s chic! It’s modern! It’s hip! It’s laidback! It’s Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas. PLUM Restaurant ‘Reborn’ in September, a new concept and menu with ‘value’ as a main ingredient. Back to Basics with a fresh and creative touch, featuring Mediterranean home style and creative Thai inspired dishes. Plum redefines value for money with more than 20 labels of wine under 1,400 Baht net per bottle. Fantastic views, great service complement this experience! Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort – serves distinctive cocktails and interesting Tapas together with a breathtaking view of Kamala Bay. Stepping out on the terrace and slipping into one of the chairs will give you a sensation of having reached a small piece of heaven on earth. Come for the Cape Sienna experience and be surprised by the amazing location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…
Our Thai set is attentively prepared, beginning with our Thai appetizer platter that includes items which continue to be a rare delicacy these days due to the delicate mix of ingredients to create an authentic and unique taste. A sampling of our main event including green curry chicken, Mussaman curry and our famed red duck curry is something not to be missed. End your district culinary experience with a local Thai dessert. If you haven't tried the best red duck curry in town you should not miss, it is well worth the effort of doing so. It is definitely relaxing and an almost hypnotic way to enjoy the evening.
Plum Restaurant 18-23:30 (Closed Mon) | Vanilla Sky 17–00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 337300
Open daily 11:30-22:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 292929 ext 8207
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Few destinations in the world can host an evening of enjoyment with sophisticated flair and unrivalled ambience. Unprecedented luxury and comfort characterise Baan Yin Dee. “Warm Welcome Home”, the English translation of Baan Yin Dee, is an apt name for this upscale retreat that truly is to be discovered. Traditional Thai hospitality, the pleasing sounds of the piano and the superb dinner make for a relaxing occasion.
Open daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-6 ext 5
On the coast road just north of Patong www.baanrimpa.com
Burasari, Patong Beach www.burasari.com
Thai/International
An upscale venue catering to tourists and locals alike, Rice provides an unsurpassed dining experience. With superb food, piano music and hospitality in a stylish environment, it doesn’t get any better than this.
Open Thu-Tue 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 340789, +66 (0)76 341768
Kantok Restaurant
Rice
75 B4
Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff www.capesienna.com, fb@capesienna.com
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Da Vinci
Italian
Conceptualisations and ingenuity in the form of Italian cuisine come to Nai Harn! Relish an authentic style of cooking of a diverse array of favourites and new combinations served in a cozy ambiance or savour pizzas in a separate casual seating area by a wood-fired oven. Welcoming tastes and sights abound at Da Vinci with tantalizing temptations served from the kitchen with fresh ingredients as signature items in every dish. The Lasagne Al Forno, home made lasagne layers of pasta made with beef and tomato sauce and the Spaghetti Neri Pomodorini Calamari E/ Gamberi, black spaghetti with tomato, squid and prawn offer unique tastes and texture combinations with the richness of their flavours reflected in the quality of the ingredients. The Scaloppine Al Vino Bianco Con Patate are two appetizing escalopes with white wine served with potatoes were perfectly cooked fillets of pork. For superlative Italian cuisine with the freshest of ingredients, be sure to try Da Vinci and discover a renaissance of food.
Asian & International
Urban Food is a new, enjoyable and affordable restaurant – a refreshing dining experience. A spacious open kitchen, stylish terrace with Pop’Art oak barrels, black board menus and copper pans and pots give the feeling of a Food Gallery to this trendy Brasserie. From the Thai and Asian specialties, prepared in two giant woks, to an extensive selection of skewers grilled under your eyes, Urban Food also redesigns some traditional Mediterranean famous dishes, like Ratatouille Crumble, Foie Gras Tartine, Italian Veal Osso Bucco, Moroccan Chicken and artichoke Tagine presented in fantasy mini cocottes, colorful Tagines clay pots and fancy bamboo Chinese steamers. To finish your meal and put a smile on your stomach, treat yourself to the original creation of the Tatin’s sisters: the legendary upside down 'Apple Tart Tatin'. Four months after a successful opening at Jungceylon Patong, Urban Food heads to Phuket Town to open their second branch at Central Festival. Urban Food is a friendly meeting point for everyone where any food lover will enjoy the culinary art of this Food Gallery. Open daily 10:00-23:00 | www.urbanfood.co.th
Open daily 17:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 289574 Centre of Nai Harn on the road to Rawai www.davinciphuket.com
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VSET
Urban Food
Central Festival Ground Floor Tel: +66 (0)76 307155 Jungceylon Sino Area Tel: +66 (0)76 366192
80 75 F3 C3
Modern Western Cuisine
VSET is a "restaurant at its extraordinary best". VSET, pronounced "Vi-Sate", in Thai means "extraordinary". It is the first gastronomic restaurant along Chalong pier and has a naturallythatched roof, quaint interior decor and an open kitchen where you can see the Master Chef Ronnie Macuja and his talented team at work. Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor seating, this intimately proportioned establishment serves up delicious fare in a homey atmosphere. Multi-award winning chef Ronnie Macuja's creations combine well-known methods with a bit of local flare and creativity producing a stellar menu in the process. Notable dishes include: Phuket Lobster Salad with long green eggplants in crustacean dressing, Foie Gras Parfait, Cognac-flamed Lobster Bisque, Australian Lamb Cutlet, Red Snapper Steak with balsamic-roasted cherry tomato and Honey-glazed Pork Belly. These only touch the surface of the experience while a fine wine list can add the ideal twist and a tantalizing selection of desserts rounds off a full set of flavours. It is a restaurant centered on the palate, but it is how all its attributes fit together that make it a truly extraordinary place. Open daily 11:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)89 727 0067, +66 (0)76 381159 The pier of Chalong Bay (next to Kan Eang @pier) www.vsetrestaurant.com, info@vsetrestaurant.com
110 G4
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Nikita’s
International
Southern Phuket's premier beach bar and restaurant, Nikita's at Rawai is one of the island's favourite beach-side restaurants. The absolute seafront, gardensala café-bar with fantastic views over the islands in Chalong Bay, a shady setting and deliciously cool sea breeze is unbeatable for relaxing away balmy afternoons and evenings. Time means nothing at Nikita's. Located on peaceful Rawai Beach, Nikita's well-trained team offers real Thai hospitality to guests – who sit happily, daydreaming for hours, observing life on the water and chatting with friends. The extensive menu of authentic Thai food, fresh seafood dishes and the now famous wood-fired pizzas, along with a selection of over 50 quality wines, cool cocktails, icy cold beers, English draught Cider, delicious fruit shakes, an excellent coffee menu and service with a smile – seems to be a winner with visitors as well as the many regular 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… Nikita’s.
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International
Enjoy fine dining in an award winning restaurant set just above the rocks and overlooking Kata Noi Beach. Panoramic sea views combined with the sound of the waves below create a peaceful, sensually indulgent and romantic setting. Mom Tri’s Kitchen offers Thai and international cuisine served either on the open-air terraces, covered patio or Thai sala. Two exuberant menus offer delicious creations from Executive Chefs Darren and Sura. Popular dishes include hot crab soufflé, grilled tiger prawns, Phuket lobster and Angus beef tenderloin. Mom Tri's Villa Royale is the winner of the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for 7 years in a row and has over 700 labels including an extensive organic wine list and 18 wines by the glass. Guests can enjoy the sunset with a select wine by the glass for 160 baht and 50% off cocktails and beer, from 6pm to 7pm. Situated on the only road into to Kata Noi, the entrance can easily be found on the hill between Kata Beach and Kata Noi Beach. Open from 7am to 11:30pm; reservations are recommended. Dress code is smart casual. Open Daily 07:00-23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333569
Open daily 09:00 until late | Tel: +66 (0)76 288703, +66 (0)081 091 5788 Located on the water's edge on Rawai Beach Rd www.nikitas-phuket.com
Mom Tri's Kitchen at Villa Royale
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Mom Tri's Kitchen at Villa Royale, Kata Noi www.momtriphuket.com
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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 waves, enjoy a stunning view of Chalong Bay and savour freshly caught seafood, local Thai delights and selected Japanese dishes. Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it is a destination. Originally called Kan Eang 1, the name was changed after renovations. Kan Eang 1 with more than 30 years of preparing great seafood dishes had long been a favourite among both locals and visitors from around the world Kan Eang@pier is no different and continues the tradition of satisfying any palate with their selected fresh seafood and local specialties. Kan Eang@pier has the flexibility to cater for everything from intimate dinners to special events and large banquets.
Climax Restaurant
International
Climax is located on the roof top of one of Patong’s first designer resorts, Absolute Bangla Suites, and offers an extensive variety of dining options and drinks, in a chic and sophisticated fine dining restaurant while enjoying a bird’s eye view of Patong. Climax offers an extensive, seductive and sensual western and Thai fusion menu with choices to meet everyone’s tastes, along with exotic signature cocktails all to be enjoyed in our al fresco setting. This ultimate high-class experience promises to arouse the senses with delectable appetizers, sumptuous seafood, quality meats and tempting and desirable desserts.
This restaurant with its friendly and attentive staff and seaside tables and chairs in an idyllic setting offers a relaxing and pleasant dining experience day or night. Enjoy a panoramic view of the yacht harbour and close islands.
Climax has the warmest atmosphere on the island along with the most friendly and attentive service you have ever experienced. With a seating capacity of 78, a drinks menu numbering in the hundreds and a VIP room, which can be used as a separate function room for private, corporate and special functions, Climax offers the ideal venue for any occasion.
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187, +66 (0)76 381212
Open daily 07:30-11:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 343600-4 , +66 (0)88 754 1341
The pier of Chalong Bay www.kaneang-pier.com, kaneang-pier@hotmail.com
RE KÁ TA Beachfront Restaurant
110 G4
Contemperary
RE KÁ TA Beach Club at Boathouse is one of Phuket's great places to chill and relax either by the pool or on the beach. With a seating area set against the backdrop of the Andaman Sea and Kata Beach in addition to a swimming pool and modern and comfortable furniture to sink into, RE KÁ TA offers a cool and fresh ambience in which to chill and relax. Chef Bryan Burger's emphasis is on the use of natural and fresh ingredients to prepare dishes that are presented in a healthy and nutritious way in an artistically pleasing presentation. In the evening RE KÁ TA transforms with Kata's magical sunsets and cool sounds along with the delicious freshly home crafted cocktails and tapas, right on the beach. The beachfront restaurant offers modern innovative cuisine with a strong focus on seafood.
www.rekataphuket.com
Boathouse Wine & Grill
75 C2
French/Thai
A Phuket legend and culinary landmark on Kata Beach for over two decades, Boathouse is reopening after a complete make over and renovation. The aim was to maintain its original elegance and classic architecture yet introduce some distinctive contemporary design along with a chic style, and to create the ultimate in luxurious beachfront accommodation and dining. Maybe you are on a honeymoon, celebrating a special occasion or just want to have a romantic dinner. The Boathouse Wine & Grill with its award-winning wine cellar is just the right place for you. The restaurant continues to delight connoisseurs of fine dining. From delectable Thai dining to exquisite French cuisine, created by Executive Chef Jean-Noël Lumineau, Thailand’s only Maître Cuisinier de France. At the Boathouse Wine & Grill guests can enjoy leisurely lunches and fine dinner menus in a chic and modern beachfront setting. Open Daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330015-702
Open Daily 11:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330421
Next to Boathouse, Kata Beach
On the 5th Fl. of Absolute Bangla Suites on Bangla Road, Patong www.theclimax.net, Fb@absolutebanglasuites.com
107 C5
182 Koketanode Rd, Kata Beach fb@boathousephuket.com, www.boathousephuket.com
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FETZER California BBQ dinner at The Beachcomber An exclusive FETZER California BBQ dinner was organised at The Beachcomber by Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket and Central Food Retail Co., Ltd. where leading fine quality wines of FETZER vineyards were presented by Andres Ballesteros, Managing Director of VCT group wineries.
Khomfire Bar Opening Party Thursday 6th September saw the opening party of Khom Fire Bar in Phuket Town.
(From left) Denis Thouvard, General Manager at Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket; Ross Edward Marks, Vice President – Wine & Sprits of Central Food Retail Co., Ltd.; Andres Ballesteros R., Managing Director of VCT Group of Wineries Asia Pte Ltd. and Joy Doorman.
Discovery Party at Kalima Resort & Spa Party Saxophonist Amorn (“Noi”) serenades the Niyomadul family – also executives of The Cape View Resort & Spa Co., Ltd. – at a 'Discovery Party' on August 8 to celebrate the opening of the Kalima Resort & Spa in Kalim near Patong.
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IBAP Business Fair 2012
The Glenlivet Single Malt Whisky Dinner
The International Business Association Phuket, Annual Business Fair, at Jungceylon on September 7th & 8th brought together over 40 Phuket companies, all eager to show what they had to offer. On stage the superb musical talents of students from British International School, Phuket Magic’s mystifying tricks and aerial acrobatics from Mid Air Circus were highlights of the show.
On 31 August Joe's Downstairs hosted The Glenlivet Single Malt Whisky Dinner.
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Soft Opening of Le Versace A new French Restaurant appeared on the scene in Patong with it’s soft opening party on August 11th.
Donation from Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Mai Khao Beach On August 28 Simon Morley, General Manager of Holiday Inn Resort Phuket Mai Khao Beach along with Annop Petcharoen, Director of Human Resources led the hotel staff in donating a scholarship, stationery items, clothes and cleaning supplies as well as hosting lunch for more than 100 children at Phuket Sunshine Village Foundation, a home for orphaned children.
Central Hosted Exclusive Dinner at Mare Restaurant Wilaiporn Pitimanaaree, (2nd from right) General Manager & Marketing Director of Central Festival Phuket recently hosted an exclusive dinner to maintain relationships with existing customers at Mare restaurant of Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket.
Crayfish Buffet! at Two Chefs Phuket Two Chefs at Kata Centre laid on a scrumptious buffet of dill boiled crayfish, salmon, smoked prawns, roast beef and other Scandinavian delights which attracted a large crowd of diners on August 9th.
Under the Sea and Big Seafood Fest’ 8th Anniversary Central Festival Phuket celebrated their 8th anniversary from September 6 - 12 with a massive “International Food & Seafood Festival 2012” event.
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SCENE Tropical Phuket is most famous for its beaches, but to experience the real heart and soul of the island it’s essential to delve into its local food culture. Throughout Thailand, eating is a joy and an all-day topic of conversation − and Phuket is no exception. When Thais are not busy eating they’re often talking about their last meal . . . or their next one. This is just a theory, but we believe that if people were to learn the vocabulary for Thai food only, they’d be able to follow 80 percent of the chatter here. From the lively markets to street stalls, to tiny family-run eateries with three or four tables, fresh fare is inexpensive and easy to find in every town on Phuket. And with so many roving motorbike food carts, lazy gourmets could just stay home or find a shady spot along the road and wait for the food to come to them! There’s no shame in eating cheaply here. We’ve seen some prominent local businesspeople and politicians happily slurping up 30-baht bowls of noodles at no-name stalls on several occasions. Immaculately dressed office ladies can often be seen at street-side food shops tucking into a plate of khao kha moo (stewed pork leg) or a similarly cheap rice dish, their designer handbags delicately balancing on a plastic stool beside them. Takeaway is also popular, and most every food vendor here will be able to box up and bag their meal offerings and assorted condiments with great skill and lightning speed. Their ability to cinch a plastic bag airtight with a quick wrap of a rubber band is impressive – we’ve never had a leaky bag of fish sauce yet!
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One of the easiest ways to find a tasty variety of cheap eats is to visit a local festival, of which there are many throughout the year in Phuket. Some of the best events for satisfying your local food cravings include the Phuket Old Town festival in January-February, the Chalong Temple Fair held annually during Chinese New Year and the Patong Beach Carnival in December. In Saphan Hin public park in Phuket City, there’s usually a festival of some sort or another about every month. The festival themes may vary, but they’re always teeming with food vendors. And for meatless but not toothless food choices, numerous stalls will be set up during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival this month from October 15-23.
Here’s a sampling of some of our favourite cheap Phuket dishes, none of which will cost you more than 50 baht Hokkien noodles. When served in a soup, this is a refreshing dish with round noodles, thinly sliced pork, shrimp and a delicious egg-noodle dumpling stuffed with herbed minced pork. Also in hot demand for the lunch set are ‘dry’ Hokkien noodles, usually stir-fried with a mix of pork and seafood – very hearty and filling, especially if an egg is thrown in.
Hokkien fried noodles
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Dim sum. For most dim sum shops you need to arrive early in the morning to avoid missing out on the best of these tiny servings of steamed pork, seafood and vegetables. Diners are charged by the bowl, about 10-15 baht per serving. To find a dim sum shop, look for an open restaurant with either huge metal pots with rounded lids or stacks of bamboo steamer bowls.
Haw mok. This spicy crab mousse cake steamed and served in banana leaf makes for a rich and zippy complement to any meal, especially kanom jeen. Roti. A Thai-style pancake. This fried dough is served either sweet with banana and sweetened condensed milk or savoury with a small curry dish at the side. It was an earlymorning beef curry roti that convinced us of something that the locals have long known: spicy breakfasts are a true delight. Continued on page 42
Kanom jeen
Satay. Grilled lightly curried meat (usually pork) on a stick served with a spicy peanut sauce plus a side of sliced onion and cucumber soaked in vinegar. If you turn up at a party with a bagful of satay, you’ll be very popular indeed. Kanom jeen. This is a Phuket breakfast favourite, and it should be noted that ‘some assembly is required’ to fully enjoy this dish. You first need to select your curry – beef, chicken, fish, crab – which is put in a bowl with rice noodles. Then you’ll find a selection of crunchy vegetables including radish, sprouts and green beans, plus sauces, spices and herbs at your table, which you add and mix according to your taste. Artful eating at its best.
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1. bamboo sticky rice, 2. luk chub, 3. kanom buang, 4. banana sticy rice, 5. sakoo
The Good and the Cheap Some of our favourite Phuket local restaurants Aroon Restaurant, Thalang Road, Phuket City Serves all kinds of roti, plus noodle and rice dishes. If this is too busy, try Abdul’s next door – also very good! Mee Ton Poe, at the Clock Tower circle opposite the Metropole hotel, Phuket City Open daily from lunchtime. Get there early because it can be difficult to find a table. Its speciality is Hokkien stir-fry noodles and a stall out front sells pork satay at 50 baht per 10 pieces.
And no meal is complete without a selection of sweets or snacks!
Here are some of our top choices: Salapao (steamed Chinese buns stuffed with BBQ pork or bean), khao tum mud (banana and sticky rice wrapped in banana leaves – only 8 baht per piece!), kanom krok (little round servings of coconut pudding, often topped with corn), kanom buang (crispy wafer with coconut cream and shredded coconut), sangkaya fuk tong (pumpkin and coconut custard), khao lam (sticky rice in bamboo – the black rice variety is our favourite), sakoo (steamed tapioca balls stuffed with pork and peanut, served with lettuce and chili). One sweet that’s almost too pretty to eat is luk chub, a sugary bean candy skilfully shaped to look like tiny fruits, vegetables or chillies. These are just a few of the endless choices of fresh ’n’ cheap eats on sale around the island. With only a few baht to lose if you don’t like a particular snack or meal, there’s no excuse not to be an adventurous and exploratory eater in Phuket. Happy dining!
N.C. Restaurant, opposite Royal Phuket City on Phang Nga Road in Phuket City With ultra fresh veggies, this is one of the best spots for kanom jeen. It’s also a one-stop shop for many cheap eats including Hokkien noodles, haw mok, any kind of rice dish, baked goods and sweets − and excellent massaman curry. Ko Yoon, Yaowarat Road at the Suriyadet fountain circle, Phuket City The best Hokkien noodle soup shop in Phuket, or so claims a sign hanging in the restaurant’s entrance. It’s like a sauna inside and rather eccentric in design, with dusty Chinese ceramics and silk flowers on the shelves, but it’s a great spot to watch all the comings and goings of the tourists and market people. Jade Restaurant, opposite the police station, Chaofa East Road, Chalong There are many dim sum shops in Phuket but one of our favourites is Jade. They also make a huge and tasty khao thom. Baan Sukapun on Thepkrassatri Road in Phuket City (just south of Nissan) also does a good dim sum, and we love its vegetable sakoo.
To find all these great places get yourself a copy of STREETS of PHUKET 188 pages of detailed street maps, landmarks and local information - with a series of comprehensive indexes. It’s the easiest way to find your way around Phuket. Check www.streetsofphuket.com to find out where to get it – at only 399 Baht it’ll save you time and fuel.
Burning to tell us about your favourite Phuket hot spot − or other 'locals know best' island insight? Please fill us in at fon@image-asia.com.
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Open Daily 11:00 - 22:00 hrs. Tel: +66 (0)76 600108 Jungceylon 2nd Floor, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Email: ejshin2000@hanmail.net Website: www.phukethairstudio9.com
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Patong Sai 3 Rd
Rat-U-Thit Rd
Soi Bangla Patong Beach Rd
PATONG BEACH
Location
Banzan Market Soi Banzan
75 C3
Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs. Tel: +66 (0)76 271233 10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100 Website: www.lemongrasshouse.com
Spa
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 from their huge range, then take home your choice to enjoy at your leisure. They even have a great range of kid’s spa products.
Bobby Duchowny studied aromatherapy – a healing art that promotes massage, when combined with specific herb and spice oils, as a method to reduce stress, boost energy and heal certain physical ailments – at the American Aromatherapy Association. Some years ago while on holiday in Thailand, he visited an organic farm in Petchaboon province and became interested in the natural healing properties of Thai herbs and spices. “I was particularly attracted to lemon grass as it was used in many popular Thai foods, as a medicine for stomach disorders and even as a repellent for mosquitoes,” he recalls. Bobby used lemon grass as his signature herb to create a line of essential oils, face and body creams, shower gels and bath crystals, which he and his wife Palita sold at Bangkok’s world-famous Weekend Market. What started, several years ago, as a modest enterprise has blossomed into a successful operation offering over 90 oils and a wide range of body care products through many outlets, as well as supplying many of Thailand’s top resorts and spas with aromatherapy oils. “Our advantage is that we produce the freshest spa products and our stock is never kept longer than three months; using fresh spa products can be likened to eating fresh food rather than processed food.”
Based on his years of experiences at some of the top spas in Southeast Asia, Bobby has developed a full line of healthy skin care products. For example, his hydrating face and body creams have 25 per cent aloe vera, white orchid and cucumber extracts. And he’s developed a revitalizing mineral muscle soak made from Andaman Sea salt crystals, blended with white orchid and chamomile extracts, to help draw out impurities and soothe and revive tense muscles. “People are sensitive to different scents at different times of day. It’s a good idea to get a variety of essential oils and experiment with what smells and feels good to you,” he says. “Our aromatherapy massage and body oils can be either uplifting or calming to the spirit. They’re carefully balanced handblended oils created by adding pure essential oils to nourishing, vitamin E enriched, sweet almond and jojoba base oils. Lemongrass has won many awards, including Condé Nast Hot List 2007, and has been featured in several top magazines, including Time Magazine’s “Best of Asia”. According to Time, “If you want to smell like no one else, try mixing a selection from the more than 90 natural scents at Lemongrass House.” Lemongrass House is located in Cherngtalay, Surin Beach and Chalong, where you can buy their full range of spa products at modest prices, making perfect gifts for friends and family who can enjoy the aromatic scents of Asia in the privacy of their homes – no matter where in the world they live. Location To Laguna Hotels SURIN BEACH
Lemongrass House 1
To Tha Reua
To Bypass Rd. To Phuket City
CHALONG CIRCLE To Kata
CHERNGTALAY To Kamala
To Rawai
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Open Daily 10:00 – 22:00 hrs Tel: +66 (0)76 337777 Website www.oasisspa.net Email: cs@oasisspa.net
Spa
Oasis Spa Where would you be if ... “You were on a lush tropical isle on the Andaman Sea being pampered with the most incredible spa treatments available anywhere?
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Oasis Sky Breeze Spa, Kata
Find out for yourself why Oasis Spas has received the coveted “Tourism Award of Excellence Day Spa” multiple times along with many other prestigious awards at any of three Phuket locations.
With breathtaking views that include the Andaman Ocean and Phuket’s big marble Buddha, this spa truly affords a ‘mountaintop experience.’ Leave the hustle and bustle of modern life behind and reconnect with the beauty of the earth, hear the message on its gentle breezes, and restore harmony within. Consisting of six individual treatment rooms, an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and herbal steam room, this day spa has a capacity for 12 clients. You too, can be one of the fortunate few. Address: 26 Soi Plukjae, Kata, Phuket
Take an interlude from the beach to discover Oasis Spas with their distinctive Lanna identity. Famous for combining ancient Thai therapy with the latest discoveries in beauty and wellness, you will love the extreme relaxation and rejuvenation … refreshing and revitalization …re-centering and renewal.
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2.5 hr 3,900++ THB
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Oasis Royal Thai Spa, Kamala Nestled among perfect sunsets, an unspoiled tropical beach, and cascading mountains lies a modern and beautifully appointed day spa housed in a traditional Thai-style structure. Stepping through the door is like going back hundreds of years to a more gracious time and place. You will be pampered to in one of the eight elegant treatment rooms equipped with its own Jacuzzi, herbal steam room, and shower for maximum capacity of 12 clients. Set the date, a majestic experience awaits. Address: 128 Moo3 Kamala Rimhad Road, Kamala, Phuket
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5 hr 7,500++ THB
This is the succession of our most popular treatment; a Thai Herbal Steam followed by a Cool Pool Dip then Aloe Vera Mint Body Scrub and Aloe Vera & Lavender Body Wrap and to complete the pampering a two hour King of Oasis Signature Massage and Biodroga® Detoxifying Facial, Simply Fantastic! *This offer is available at The Oasis Spa’s in Phuket from now until 31 October 2012 only.
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Oasis Secret Garden Spa
To Karon
KAMALA BEACH
Patak Rd
LAGUNA
Kata Rd
Big Budha
Oasis Royal To Surin Thai Spa
To Chalong
Srisoontorn Rd
To Kamala
To Kata Noi
To Patong
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Patak Rd
Oasis Sky Breeze Spa
Entrance of Laguna
Soi PlukJae
BANGTAO BEACH
Location To Layan
KATA BEACH
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Phuket Fantasea
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Open daily 9:00 – 22:00 hrs. Tel: +66 (0)76 236663, +66 (0)76 236056 367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100 Email: info@theroyalspa.com Website: www.theroyalspa.com
Spa
The Royal Spa To experience The Royal Spa is to feel the true beauty of nature and reflect on the power of body, mind and spiritual connections.
The Royal Spa and Health Club In the heart of bustling Phuket Town lies a quiet haven of heavenly peace. With the continuous sounds of water, trickling, bubbling and steaming, and with the sweet fruity scents that fill the air, the being is enticed into a flowing stillness of body and mind. The Royal Spa and Health Club is a popular tropical day spa with both locals and visitors alike, which is managed by the Royal Spa Development and Management Company. With an excellent reputation in the spa development industry through its experience and attention to detail, the Royal Spa and Health Club offers a distinctly personal experience. Of the signature treatments, the Royal Stone Therapy is one that is particularly interesting. The Hot Stone massage technique, founded 5000 years ago, uses black volcanic stones, which are heated and placed on the body, producing a profound effect, stilling the mind and easing the body. Unlike many of the high-end spa complexes on the island, which market themselves exclusively to tourists, the reasonable prices and relaxed but professional staff at the Royal Spa, means that many local Thais, as well as tourists, are beginning to use the spa. This has helped to erase the often stiff, and over-formal atmosphere at many of Phuket’s spa resorts, giving the Royal Spa an ambience of authentic relaxation and pleasure. All the therapists working at the Royal Spa have been trained at the in-house 'Phuket Spa Academy', established in 2004, to provide a comprehensive spa training course. The curriculum and assessments provide a measurement of therapist expertise and knowledge within the Thai spa industry. Since then, the Royal Spa Development and Management Company have provided comprehensive and professional spa management, and development programs, for spa retreats throughout Thailand. Their aim is to provide a standard of service and expertise throughout the Thai spa industry, to ensure a high quality of service and standard of treatment, throughout Thailand. It truly offers the ‘one stop services for Thai spa business’ and a quality of relaxed professionalism, rarely found in luxury spa resorts. Right now The Royal Spa have 12 branches that are managed in resorts in Patong, Kata, Karon, Panwa, Ao Chalong and Phuket Town and you are welcome to experience our spas with us anytime. As a special for our 8th year anniversary, we offer 'BUY ONE GET ONE FREE' value.
Some treatments & packages at The Royal Spa
Prices range from 1,200 to 6,500 Baht The Royal Ayurvedic Massage
90 min
Ayurvedic Massage or Abhyanga is a full body massge with medicated oils to balance specific conditions. Hot Stone Massage
90 min
Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage that uses black volcanic heated stones to make you feel deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the stress that is held within your body. The Royal Signature package
4 hrs
The Royal Honey Body Treatment (scrub and wrap) The Royal Experience Massage The Royal Facial Milky Bath
BUY 1 GET 1 FREE AT EVERY BRANCH This Privilege applies to the 14 following locations: Phuket The Royal Spa & Health Club The Royal Spa Ao Chalong Villa Resort & Spa The Royal Spa Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort The Royal Spa Ramada Resort The Royal Spa The Village Resort & Spa The Royal Spa Sugar Palm Resort & Spa The Royal Spa @ Malisa Villa Suites The Royal Spa The Beach Boutique House The Royal Spa Absolute Patong Ville Resort The Royal Spa At Panta
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Open daily 10:00 – 22:00 hrs. Tel: +66 (0)76 263222, +66 (0)76 264533 5/10 Chaofa-West Rd., Thumbon Vichit, Muang, Phuket, Phuket 83100 Email: sukko@sukkospa.com Website: www.sukkospa.com
Spa
Sukko Cultural Spa Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My first feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of the Sukko spa was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design, influenced by the ancient Siamesee capital, creates a haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I had left all my troubles behind.
Chilled out by the soothing background music, my mind was filled with a peaceful wellbeing as I enjoyed the warm traditional welcome (again from Sukko culture) of the ‘Flower Floating Ritual’ – similar to ‘Loy Kratong’, where the idea is to float away past stresses and wish for luck and joy from that moment on. A variety of 40 spa treatments – prepared by Sukko's certified Thai Herbalist and based on ancient Thai medical theory – is offered at Sukko, in packages lasting from 2 hours to 4 hours. Each package has a specific purpose and can be selected to suit your lifestyle or the way you feel on the day. These herbal recipes and procedures have been handed down through generations and are totally free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colouring. Some of the herbs and spices are grown in Sukko’s own herb garden and picked just for your treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be. I was pampered with the “Be Balanced” package; a 3 hour experience that left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This three-treatment combination began with 30 minutes in the steam room and the Jacuzzi, followed by a Thai Turmeric Body Scrub designed to soften your skin and awakening your senses. The scrub was followed by Sukko Special Body Massage, performed by hands, using finger pressure on energy points and smooth strokes along energy lines. During the movements of the massage, the molecules of
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essential oils in Sukko elegant aromatic massage oils will be absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream to benefit the nervous system and other parts of the body. “Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling?” my therapist asked me from time to time. “Mmm…perfect…” were the only responses that seemed to suit how I felt. Sukko Spa’s restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique concept: "Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Element". For those who want to exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of fitness opportunities, including ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ (the hermit self stretching), a traditional Thai exercise or, for something more strenuous, try ‘Thai Martial Arts’, a traditional and effective art of self-defense.
Signature Treatment at Sukko Spa Balance of Element Body Massage
120 min 3,100++ THB
To re-balance the body elements traditionally. According to traditional Thai medical theory, the human body is composed of five fundamental elements: Prithivi (Earth), Apa (Water), Vayu (Wind), Tejas (Fire) and Akasha (Space). Health is defined as a perfect state of balance among these elements. www.facebook.com/sukkospa The 8th Anniversary: The Infinite Happiness Campaign Special Promotion 8,888 THB for Couple Package & Free Upgrade to Jantra Spa Villa (Exclusive Treatment Room) Available Only Online Booking www.sukkospa.com Starts at 01 Sep – 30 Nov 2012
Sukko Spa, one of Phuket’s most luxurious spas, is located on Chaofa Road just 30 minutes from Phuket International Airport, 10 minutes from Phuket Town, 30 minutes from Kata or Karon Beach and 20 minutes from Patong Beach. It is creatively designed in a contemporary Thai style, set amongst 15 rai (6 acres) of luxuriously landscaped tropical forest.
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Open daily 10am – 8pm 182 Koktanode Road (Next to Boathouse) Kata, Phuket 83100 Tel: +66 (0)76 330421 Email: info@rekataphuket.com Website: www.rekataphuket.com
Arrive in style to the scent and touch of tropical flowers and polished wooden floors with our modern, contemporary take on Thai/Ayurvedic massage, aromatherapy & beauty treatments. Try the His & Her Decleor Facial or for a more committed workout our 90-minute ‘The Beet down’. Or simply indulge in our simply heavenly 4 hands massage conducted in harmony by two therapists. Remove the knot in the shoulders and the weight of routine pressures and replace them with a life of energy and new resolution. Hang up your suits, shirts and button downs, throw on a comfortable pair of slippers and towel and embrace the RE KÁ TA Spa Lifestyle.
Treatment
Get 20% off all treatment from 10am – 2pm
RE KÁ TA Spa Four Hands Senses Massage The Beet Down
60 min 3,300 THB 90 minutes 2,300 THB
RE KÁ T Aroma
30 min 1,300 THB / 60 min 1,900 THB
Thai Top 2 Toe
60 min 1,700 THB / 90 min 2,100 THB
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hosen to host Phuket Raceweek because of an established international reputation for unsurpassed service to the most discerning holidaymakers, including foreign dignitaries and Hollywood stars as well as its ideal location that allows the Regatta to continue to race in the same waters around Chalong Bay, Cape Panwa Hotel features an exclusive palm-fringed beach and first class facilities in a distinguished, old-world ambiance. Dining at Cape Panwa offers a gastronomical experience, no matter what your preference is. The world-famous Panwa House, a beautiful SinoPortuguese mansion on the beach, serves exquisite Thai cuisine. Top of the Reef offers a continental fine-dining experience, while the Café Andaman serves Thai and international fare in a casual atmosphere. Located just an hour from the airport and 15 minutes from Phuket Town, Cape Panwa Hotel is nestled in a quiet corner of southeast Phuket on the hillside of an old coconut plantation with sweeping vistas of the Andaman Sea. It offers a selection of elegant, sea-facing suites and pool villas equipped with all the comforts of modern day living, such as large balconies, WiFi connections, iPod docks and DVD players. While the Panwa Lodge features three-bedroom, colonial style luxury steps away from the beach. To relax and unwind, the hotel offers free WiFi access in public areas, two swimming pools, a games room, a fitness centre with a sauna and massage room plus water sports, free scuba lessons, speed boat and yacht charter and cruises to nearby Coral Island. For an extra dose of pampering, guests can visit the exclusive Cape Spa, renowned for its exotic treatments.
For an evening drink in a refined ambience, visit the piano and lounge bar, Otter’s Bar. For something more relaxed, drop by The Lighthouse, a unique nautical pub with live music. For refreshing drinks and snacks during the day head to the beachside Bamboo Bar. For all your other needs the Cape Panwa Hotel team is at your beck and call. Cape Panwa Hotel is part of Kasemkij Hotels’ prestigious Cape Hotel Collection. www.capecollection.com
For more information contact 27, 27/2 Moo 8, Sakdidej Rd., Cape Panwa, Phuket 83000 Tel: +66 (0)76 391123-5 Fax: +66 (0)76 391177 Email: reservations@capepanwa.com facebook.com/capepanwa www.capepanwa.com
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THE EVA BY EVA GROUP
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Location Set only 100 metres from the beach front, all units offer uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket. Set in a tropical landscape, the project is very close to various restaurants, shopping malls, daily fresh seafood market, international schools and one of the best beaches of the island, Nai Harn Beach. The project is located within walking distance to beach front resorts. Easy access to nearby islands with a wide choice of white sandy beaches and Chalong pier.
Price Range 16 sea view houses in a secure estate. Only 3 houses are available with 3 and 4 bedrooms on a 600 sqm built-up area and living area of 357 sqm. Prices range from 20.4 up to 22.4 million Baht.
Specification 3 levels with panoramic sea view roof top, built in Sala, BBQ area, jacuzzi, and the option to install an elevator. The developer has put a lot attention on quality building and finishes. All materials are long lasting and low maintenance cost. The project has been created to be environmentally friendly and gives a lot of possibilities for outdoor activities.
Design & Construction Phase 1: Completed and sold out. Show unit is available for inspection. Phase 2: Under construction, completion scheduled in Nov, 2012. 30 years construction guarantee.
Contacts Sales Office Soi Friendship, Rawai Tel: +66 (0)89 588 1919, +66 (0)88 756 0382 Email: sales@thai-evagroup.com Website: www.thai-evagroup.com
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EVA BEACH BY EVA GROUP
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Location
Design & Construction
Set on the beach front, all units offer uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket. Villas are surrounded by lush landscaping and natural rocks to the rear. Enjoy only the sound of the sea and a calming breeze from all floors. It is a short distance to various restaurants, shopping malls, daily fresh seafood market, international schools and one of the best beaches of the island, Nai Harn Beach. The project is centrally located between two 5-star resorts, Evason Phuket and Vijitt. Easy access to the near by islands with wide choice of white sandy beaches and Chalong pier.
Phase 1. All beach front villas are under construction. Villas delivered by July 2012 are available. Show unit is available for inspection. Phase 2, sea view villas, construction started October 2011. 30 years construction guarantee.
Price Range This 22 villas beach front development offers three design types with 3 - 4 bedrooms. The villas cover 485 sqm - 596 sqm of built up area and 310 - 385 sqm of living space. Prices range from 32.6 up to 46.7 million Baht.
Specification The developer has put a lot attention on quality building and finishes. All materials are long lasting and low maintenance cost. Teak wood, natural rock, Italian marble, imported Belgium windows and doors, German sanitary items, smart electric control, special Japanese sand spray paint, video call system are standard. The project was created to be environmentally friendly and gives a lot of possibilities for outdoor activities.
Contacts Sales Office Soi Friendship, Rawai Tel: +66 (0)89 588 1919, +66 (0)88 756 0382 Email: sales@thai-evagroup.com Website: www.thai-evagroup.com
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KATA ROCKS
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Location Kata Rocks is located right on the oceanfront of Phuket’s favoured west coast, giving the site stunning, uninterrupted sunset views of the Andaman Sea and picturesque Ko Phu island. The development lies between Phuket’s two best beaches and is a 2-minute walk from one of the finest restaurants on the island.
Price Range 34 Sky Villas ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms. All have their own infinity swimming pools and completely uninterrupted sunset views. Prices start from 32 million Baht.
Concept Kata Rocks is being developed to the highest standards, incorporating the highest levels of luxury, as a private estate with its own oceanfront residential Club House. Our award-winning Sky Villas are a cross between a villa and an apartment. Much larger than most apartments, all feature their own swimming pools and there is a maximum of three units on each block giving the very intimate feel of a villa. The oceanfront Club House will have its own large swimming pool, a bistro and sunset bar. There will also be a luxury spa and gym along with a quiet reading lounge and business center.
and offer the name Kata Rocks. This also provides a fantastic private lounging area right on the sea to compliment the spacious Club House pool, bistro and sunset bar.
About The Developer The developer behind Kata Rocks is Richard Pope, who for over 20 years has specialized in developing and managing high-end residential projects in London. In 2010, the Kata Rocks Club Penthouse was named “Best Apartment in the World” by the International Property Awards, and in 2011 was named “Best Apartment in Asia Pacific” for the second consecutive year. The architect is award winning Original Vision and the interiors are designed by celebrity interior designer Kelly Hoppen MBE.
Management Kata Rocks will be offering a very high level of service to its occupants including a full concierge service, chefs for in-home dining, housekeeping, etc. There will also be fully integrated estate management along with a rental and reservation system run in-house to maximize the returns for those owners who wish to rent out their Sky Villas.
Space Between the gentle slope of the Kata Rocks site and the sea is an impressive granite platform, which is only accessible through Kata Rocks. On this platform, nature has placed some stunning rock boulders, which make the site unique
Contacts Kata Rocks Co., Ltd Tel: +66 (0)76 284750 Email: info@katarocks.com Website: www.katarocks.com
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WINGS
CHOICE
Location
About the Developer
Located in quiet, natural surroundings in an historical area of Phuket near Layan and Bangtao beaches, the 38 secluded single-story private homes are akin to a collection of artworks – lovingly designed to offer a sanctuary of peace and inspiration.
The Attitude Club was found from a small architect design and real estate management company in 1999 named "Roof Co., Ltd." The founder's aspiration is to improve the quality of architect design and management in Phuket to be as much proper standard as in Bangkok.
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Then, we have opportunity to expand our business into various styles of villa and condo development under brand of Twovillas Group which are Oriental Style / Onyx Style / Oxygen Style / Wings and another businesses grow up to serve our customer solution which are Villa management, furniture distribution and design, hotel and hostel.
Starting price from 5.5 million baht.
Concept Wings is a creative boutique collection of one and two bedroom pool villas especially suited to trendy singles and couples wanting a private, modern abode.
At present The Attitude Club operates 7 businesses as following;
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1. Roof Design & Management 2. Saiyuan Estate 3. Wings 4. No.12 5. Two Villas Holiday 6. Foto Hotel 7. Blu Monkey Hostel
The homes each cover 216 square metres (sqm) with at least half of the area dedicated to outdoor living, including a 23.48 sqm roof terrace – large enough to easily accommodate a big table with a sun umbrella and deck chairs. The covered parking area for Wings residents provides enough shaded space for one car per unit and is set away from the homes to minimize disturbances. Residents then walk down a pathway to their private villa entrances. Privacy is complete once inside each compact Wings compound, where the elongated 17.6m x 8m arrangement offers a very spacious and functional living environment; separating the living area, bedroom and bathroom, but keeping them well lit with natural light.
Management The villa rental and management is professionally-run by The Two Villas Holiday management team, ensuring home owners and visitors consistently receive high standards of service.
The bathroom’s skylight is a novel yet practical feature, which keeps the space well lit with sunlight. Set in the garden surrounded by a high wall, the 15 sqm swimming pool can be directly accessed from the living area, through full-length sliding glass doors.
Contacts Place & Space Co., Ltd. 68/2 Moo 4, Thepkrasattri, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Tel: +66 (0)83 595 5255, +66(0)81 970 0742 Fax: +66(0)76 610 233 Email: wings@twovillas.com Website: www.twovillas.com facebook.com/wingsphuket
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88 LAND & HOUSES PHUKET
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Location 88 Land & Houses is set in a truly central location with convenient access to many destinations and just 15 minutes from Phuket 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 tourist spots. Easy access to major department stores such as Central Festival, Tesco Lotus, Big C, Index Living Mall and Homepro 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 from an affordable 5.8 million Baht.
life at home as here your extraordinary surroundings will transform every day into a perfect holiday with a superbly designed, large and well-appointed home that is designed to feel like a stylish resort, set in a lush and shady tropical oasis and with access to a complete set of modern facilities that is sure to meet your lifestyle requirements.
Specification Three and four bedroom residences with 3 bathrooms, some with family room and study with maid quarters and all having double car space under cover and with living space from 144 sqm to 200 sqm with balconies and landscaped gardens. Each home is beautifully built and decorated with high quality materials.
Concept 88 Land & Houses is a secluded residential estate, sitting amid vast verdant green gardens where you can breathe in the luxury of pure air. The estate features just 48 beautiful homes in a pleasant and exclusive social environment, supported by the superior standards of service delivered by Land and Houses.
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.
Space Sprawling communal gardens, featuring and exercise area and children's playground allow you to maintain a healthy as well as enjoy family fun, whilst state-of-the-art, 24 hour security system complete with CCTV and entrance key cards, makes certain that you are safe at all times. Live a luxury resort-style
Contacts 88 Land & Houses Sales Office 88/1 Moo 5, Chaofa Road West, Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130 Tel: +66 (0)76 521888, +66 (0)76 383888 Fax: +66 (0)76 521555 Email: info@lhphuket.com Website: www.lhphuket.com
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KARON BUTTERFLY
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Location Karon Butterfly Condominium is located on the hills that surround Karon, only 400 metres from the beach and shopping areas. Within a few minutes, you can reach restaurants, entertainment centres and the beautiful beaches of Patong, Kata and Kata Noi. There are also three golf courses within a short driving distance.
Price Range The company can offer to the customer a variety of apartment sizes and prices. Flowers Unit apartment (Building E) start from 3 million Baht and Butterfly apartment (Building F and G) from 1 to 2 bedrooms, start from 4.9 million Baht.
Concept Karon Butterfly Condominium combines Italian and Thai design, creating a modern style that reflects the best of the two cultures.
Specification At the end of February 2010, the first phase of the project was completed: • Building F with 9 apartments from 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and living room on the ground floor all with exclusive gardens and portico - arcade (now available one unit), the first and second floor units all have a balcony with seaview (sold).
located the bathroom with shower toilet and sink. To access the first and second floor apartments there is a staircase leading to the covered gangway. The Flower Unit has sea-view or garden-view. The price start from 3 million Baht.
About The Designers The Italian Studio of Architecture STArg (Studio Tecnico Associato Architetti Rubelli e Gussago) (info@starg.it) has worked together with Thai Architects SRYT IKON STUDIO (sryt@windowslive.com) to design the project and to follow the construction. See www.starg.it for details of other projects undertaken. The construction company is the 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 Villa, Complex Apartments, Commercial/Office Buildings, etc. With the ethics of engineering professionals, they are committed to offer a professional service to our clients. "SAFETY" is our prime principle together with the "SATISFACTION" of our clients. KMIT Construction Services 188/36 Moo 4, T. Thepkrasattri A. Thalang, Phuket 83100 Tel/Fax: +66 (0)76 313048 Mobile: +66 (0)81 652 0795 info@kmitconstruction.com www.kmitconstruction.com
• Building G with 7 apartments from 1 and 2 bedrooms. Now available; 3 units on the ground floor with exclusive garden and portico – arcade price start from 4.9 million Baht • Facilities: 300 sqm swimming with jacuzzi (completed); restaurant, fitness and wellness centre (future construction). The second phase of the project under construction is Building E and is composed of a different type of apartment called “Flower Unit”. They are apartments on three levels from 35 to 64 sqm and consist of a kitchen corner with one bedroom (some units in open plan) with balcony. Behind the bedroom is
Contacts SUER Real Estate Co., Ltd Patak Rd., Karon, Muang, Phuket 83100 Tel/Fax: +66 (0)86 471 3791 Mobile: +66 (0)81 892 0247 Pok 089 973 1863 Email: sales@karonbutterfly.com Gianluca 084 923 2953 Email: margianlu@hotmail.it Email: info@karonbutterfly.com Website: www.karonbutterfly.com
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SURIN : Magnificent 8 bedroom villa on 3 levels with 20m pool perched directly above Surin beach. Offers stunning west coast views and within walking distance to the beach. Reduced for quick sale.
21.5m THB
KATA : 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 195 sqm foreign freehold C unit available for private resale. Wonderful ocean views, fully furnished and ready to move right in.
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Surin Beach Villa
26m THB
KATA : Stunningly beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 220 sqm B unit with the coveted foreign freehold title available for private resale. Fully furnished. Great investment and rental property.
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KATA : A fabulous 420 sqm duplex penthouse with private 12 metre pool on the top of The Heights development. Incomparable ocean views over Kata Bay and comes with the coveted foreign freehold title. Fully furnished.
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LAGUNA : Luxury pool villa offering complete privacy and calm surrounded by tropical gardens. Set around a private swimming pool, it comprises four bedrooms, separate lounge, dining room, spacious kitchen and maid's quarters.
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MAI KHAO : Nowhere in Phuket will you find a luxury beach villa at this amazing price under 20 million baht. Only 50 metres from Mai Khao Beach, spacious 2 ensuite bedrooms, large private pool.
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KATA NOI : Majestic 4 bedroom ocean view villa with 18 metre pool located in a secure estate. Sits on an elevated 1600 sqm plot and enjoys over 1000 sqm of built up areas.
12.9m THB
ROYAL PHUKET MARINA : A stylish 2 bedroom 154 sqm condo within Phuket's only 5 star marina. Foreign freehold and reduced dramatically for quick sale.
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Katamanda Villa
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RAWAI : Tastefully designed modern Thai pool villa in a gated community of only 11 villas. Huge 25 metre communal pool, beautiful mature landscaped gardens, security. Convenient location, short drive to Nai Harn Beach.
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KATA BEACH : Luxurious fully furnished one bedroom 85 sqm apartment with stunning ocean views overlooking Kata Beach. Walk to the beach.
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NAITHON : A very spacious 324 sqm 4 bedroom duplex penthouse only a stone's throw away from beautiful Naithon Beach. The unit spans the second and third floors and features sea views from the top floor.
Surin Beach Penthouse
44m THB
SURIN : An unique 4 bedroom foreign freehold penthouse located a few steps from Surin Beach. Partial seaviews and numerous upgrades lavished on the property by the architect owner. Must be seen.
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Buena Vista Patong from 22.9m THB
Casa Sakoo
PATONG : One of the better investments in Patong with high rental yields! Linked pool villas with ocean and city views set amidst an established housing development. Contact for the investment package and viewing.
NAITHON : Are you seeking a peaceful setting? Come take a look at this unique development now offering cosy 2 bedroom bungalows with private pool at a very affordable price. More importantly, it is only 1.8 km from Naithon Beach!
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Care for a Swing?
from 2.9m THB
KATHU : Centrally located at only 3 min from the biggest shopping complexes in Phuket and 12 min to Patong, these well appointed condos offer a surprisingly quiet and natural surroundings. Various sizes of condo are available!
PATONG : If Patong is where you want to live then this is where you'd want to sleep. Convenience at it's best as everything seems a stone's throw away. Phase1 is built, Phase2 is building. Take the opportunity to secure one now!
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Orchid Villas
from 5.9m THB
KAMALA : Conveniently located at walking distance to Kamala Beach and only 10 minutes drive to Patong, this project focuses on a refreshing design trend that brings forth lush greenery and healthy living. Show unit available!
KAMALA : Set within a residential area, this compound now under construction will offer a tranquil and private environment in which owners will enjoy peaceful lifestyle. Access to the beach is only a few minutes walk away!
Kata Beach Information Centre
Jungceylon Marketing Booths
KATA : Located on Kata Beach, our information point allows you to have all your property related questions answered. Computers and wifi have been made available free of charge, for your convenience.
PATONG : We have a couple of Information Centres in the biggest mall of Patong where our promotional staff will be more than pleased to assist you in setting a meeting with our professional consultants.
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KATA : Looking for a fully furnished and ready to move in apartment? We have this 40 sqm 1 bedroom condo located on the 3rd floor on the hillside of Kata. Close proximity to the beach and easy access all-round.
Great Investment
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KAMALA : Walking distance to the beach, these linked homes offer attractive rental potential as well as a cozy living environment. Convenience from here is unsurpassed as all local amenities are at a walking distance.
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KOH SIREY : Oceanfront homes with highquality finishing at only a 5 min drive to town. This area is under major development by luxury hotel brands such as Westins, Centara & Hyatt groups. Show house is now available for viewing!
Moon Terraces 2
Exquisite Homes
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KAMALA : Nestled in the hills of Kamala, this design rich and inspiring low-density project offers linked pool villas that will surely please anyone laying eyes upon it. Contact us for a full presentation of this unique product!
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Bedroom Bliss
Here at BMP we have a great range of custom designed furniture to suit any style and budget. All of our products are built with a water repellent, fire resistant structure designed to provide the maximum resistance to water, heat and humidity, not available anywhere else in Thailand. We guarantee the absolute originality of our products, vouching for the careful, precise work carried out exclusively in our factories around the world under the direct control of highly qualified, skilled workers to bring you the ultimate in‌
The bedroom is the last refuge for anyone with a busy hectic lifestyle. Everyone deserves a little luxury in their life, so why not let your desires run free in your most treasured space. Here at BMP we have the means to make you feel relaxed and refreshed when you interact with our products. Soft close functions on all of our hardware and smooth tracking systems for sliding doors with lightweight aluminium frame, make operating things easy. Our series of wall or pole type modular systems can manage larger spaces and our range of waterproof products for the bathrooms will complement any design.
Dream Kitchens Featuring acrylic, ceramic, glass and high gloss lacquer doors and panels to exceed your expectations. We combine the latest technology in panel finishes with an innovative design data base to provide our customers with a spectacular bespoke and unique end product with a low maintenance and superior durability finish. Combine this with our own range of Quartz and Granite work surfaces, as well as leading brand appliances, to make your kitchen, so often the focal point of style and sophistication in any home, stand out from the crowd.
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Essential living To complete any living environment you need to add the finishing details. Dressing the room and adding the essentials is often where you can really personalize the space and create something unique to you and your home. At BMP you will discover a diverse collection of loose furnishings to complement your living including luxurious leather lounge suites and elegant dining tables as well as essential office and living room furniture for your property.
For more information or to see our vast range of products, please contact the branch nearest you‌ B.M.P. Phuket 99/34 Moo 5 Chalermprakiet R9 Rd., T. Rassada, A. Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand Tel: +66 (0)76 255340-1 Fax: +66 (0)76 255339 Email: bmpthai@gmail.com B.M.P. BKK 2083 Pathanakarn Rd., Suanluang, Bangkok 10250, Thailand Tel: +66 (0)2 720 4206-7 Fax: +66 (0)2 720 4208 Email: bmpbkk@yahoo.com B.M.P. Samui 39/22 Moo 5, T. Meanam, A. Koh Samui, Suratthani 84330, Thailand Tel: +66 (0)81 968 5324 Email: brianna@ipmsamui.com www.bmpthai.com 67 D3
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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 Tropic Villas fills this need. Located just 2 minutes from Phuket’s most beautiful white sand, Nai Harn Beach, Plunge Tropic Villas is in the heart of Phuket’s favorite expat area where everything is so conveniently near… hundreds of restaurants offering 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 the crowded tourist areas, but still have all the conveniences of a holiday destination at a fraction of the cost, Plunge Tropic Villas at Nai Harn Beach is the place for you.
Choice of Floor Plans Plunge Tropic Villas is inspired by the dream to have a tropical villa where the indoor and outdoor spaces merge to become one…. Spacious indoor living areas flow smoothly to grand outdoor terraces with both sunny and shaded areas surrounding the infinity edge pool with relaxing Jacuzzi and romantic Waterfall. We offer the choice of 1, 2 or 3 bedroom villas plus a wheelchair plan. Each villa offers 188 sq. m. to 235 sq. m. with Teak Vaulted Ceilings, Solid Wood Floors, private Attached Carports, built-in Wardrobes, Walk-in Closets and wide opening doors that give each villa a feeling of grand open spaces, yet at a price far below current market value. Plunge Tropic Villas satisfies the high demand for a reasonably priced villa with exceptional quality.
Dare to Compare Going…. Going…. Gone! With prices starting at 5.9 million baht, we dare you to compare our Quality, Location and Investment Value. Come and see our Show Villa or contact us now to take advantage of our introductory pricing.
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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 offer a complete range of property management and rental options to suit everyone’s needs.
For more information Email: info@plungetropicvillas.com Website: www.plungetropicvillas.com Tel: +66 (0) 86 686 2389
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2,000 sq m showroom Complete home fit-outs Contract packages to your budget Loose or built-in to your own design Huge selection of flat bamboo furniture Reclaimed teakwood furniture Extensive range indoor outdoor furniture Comprehensive range of patio furniture Sealy, and hotel mattresses Extensive range of fabrics, towels, bed linen Curtains and window blinds View of our 2,000 sq m showroom.
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Discover the best solution for your floor or wall; both exterior and interior With showrooms in Phuket and Bangkok, our boutiques offer compact, unconfused displays, taking the "bazaar" out of the tile showroom and presenting you with an easy reference point for all your floor and wall solutions. In stock Italian porcelain tiles and the highest quality European certified porcelain tiles from China, providing superior materials for home and office renovations as well as larger commercial, residential and condominium projects. We offer a wide range of solutions to flooring 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 finishing, and care & maintenance products. Our Phuket showroom is not difficult to find. 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 Place
Our Services: • Supply of wide range of high quality tiles for both indoor and outdoor spaces. • Installation consulting • Tile cutting machines • Diamond Discs & Diamond Hand Pads • Spacer and Levelling Systems • Grouting machines • Care & Maintenance products For further information contact: Phuket: Wana Park, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherng Talay Tel: +66 (0)76 620168 Fax: +66 (0)76 620169 Bangkok: Brighton Place, Soi Soonvijay 6, Petchburi Road, Huay Kwang Tel: +66 (0)2 716 6216-8 Fax: +66 (0)2 716 6219 Web: www.tile-asia.com Email: info@tile-asia.com 35 A3
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Servicing your every need Phuket Consult Insurance Services Phuket Consult deal with nationally and internationally recognized, reputable insurance companies. We therefore feel extremely confident when we say we are the specialists in insurance solutions on the Island and fully understand the needs of our customers and the service expected. • • • • • •
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Phuket Consult Accounting Services Foreign businesses in Thailand have a number of regulations to comply with. Just like in any country, when it comes to procedures, accounting rules, laws etc. It seems that they always want to make things difficult. We can provide these accounting services, either permanently or until such time as your operation is fully established with an accounting department. • • • • •
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Phuket Consult Accountancy Related Services We are experienced with all these procedures, and can expedite your registration process. We can assist you with establishing your legal presence in Thailand, including the acquisition of your business visa, work permit, and permanent residence. We handle the application and processing of work permits and related issues. GOVERMENT OFFICES • The Ministry of Commerce • The Revenue Department • The Social Security Office
MONEY MANAGEMENT • Bill Payment & Expenses Management • Accounting systems for business • Internal audit service • Account staff training
Phuket Consult Legal Services When in need of legal assistance in Thailand surely it makes sense to be represented by a Thai lawyer who practices Thai law? • Company’s Secretarial Services (Filing and Keeping of Corporate Documents) • Document Translation
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When things get tricky - dealing with local institutions or doing business with locals, we are there to offer Mediation Services. With Phuket Consult at your side your interests are secured and matters are dealt with efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
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Phuket Consult Business & Visa Services With all the rules and regulations fixed around foreign nationals who wish to remain in Thailand to work or conduct business, at times a simple visa application can lead to several visits to an overseas Thai consulate and mounds of paper work.
We are here, on the island, to bridge this gap for you and help you to assess your situation so that you can gain a full understanding of the requirements and options that you have.
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Phuket Consult Company Formation & Set-Up Service Setting up and running a company in Thailand can be complex and frustrating. It's a different culture, a different language and a very different way of getting things done! Many have started this process but have given up for these reasons. With Phuket Consult at your side we remove the stress factor making the process straight forward and simple.
For more information 21/6 Moo.4 Viset Rd, Rawai, Muang, Phuket 83130 Tel: +66 (0)76 288988 Fax: +66 (0)76 381128 Email: info@phuketconsult.com Web: www.phuketconsult.com
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LABOR LAW IN THAILAND
Whether a foreign investor is in the form of a large multinational or a small enterprise, doing business in Thailand requires a basic knowledge of the country’s labor laws and practices. Thailand’s labor regulations often differ quite significantly from Western jurisdictions, and even from other neighboring Asian countries, such as Singapore. Employers who are ignorant of the law may think they are acting perfectly within their rights, only to find themselves on the end of a costly legal dispute. In addition, when formulating a long-term labor plan, account of the upcoming changes under the Asean Economic Community in 2015 must be taken, the basis of which will form another article in due course. This article provides a brief overview of the minimum requirements that employers should be aware of with regard to Thailand’s existing labor regime. Employment Contracts It is strongly advisable that employers enter into formal written employment contracts with their employees. While employment contracts in Thailand are not required to be in writing, oral agreements are not recommended. Unwritten employment contracts are considered “implied”, and the terms will be drawn from the law which often do not cover the detail necessary to govern the nature of an employee’s duties, working hours and other relevant details. It should be noted if a vital element of an employment agreement is missing, even if it is in writing, the basic implied terms of labor law will still be deemed included. All employment contracts are required to contain basic conditions of employment, including wages, annual leave, confidentiality, and the notice period that the employee and employer must provide to terminate the contract. Therefore, an employer should ensure, at a minimum, that its labor contracts cover these points. Such contracts should of course also contain details as to the employee’s duties, working hours, benefits and other key components of employment. The greater the contract’s detail, the less that is open to interpretation from the parties or a judge. Employers should resist the temptation to omit detail merely to make the contract look smaller and more manageable, because this approach can often create an issue when the employment agreement actually needs to be examined due to a dispute. Working rules and minimum requirements An employer with 10 or more employees is required to establish written work rules. These rules must cover items such as working days, holidays, disciplinary action, sick leave, maternity leave, termination, grievances, and severance pay, among other things. Many of these items are required by law to meet minimum entitlements. For example, the law states that the maximum number of working hours should not exceed eight hours per day or 48 hours per week. In practice, an employer has the right to demand an employee to work 48 hours per week, which usually means working on Saturdays. Regarding overtime, an employer must pay an overtime rate of not less than one and a half times the hourly wage. Overtime is considered to be anything over 48 hours per week. However, if an employee is considered part of a company’s “management”, then overtime benefits do not apply. “Management” is defined in the law as someone with the authority to terminate an employee and make decisions on the terms of employment, among other things. It should also be noted that overtime cannot be imposed mandatorily. Caution should also be applied to minimum wage requirements, which is a hot topic in particular for hoteliers and tourism based businesses in Thailand and in resort areas like Phuket where a large number of employees are affected, adjustments to a combination of basic salaries; service charge and overtime must be calculated carefully to adhere to the laws. Furthermore, employees are entitled to a minimum of 13 public holidays a year. For annual leave, employees are entitled to six days’ holiday, so long as the employee has been working for the same employer for not less than one year. If the employee has been working for less than one year, the number of annual leave days is fixed on a pro rata basis. The best approach is to ensure this is covered in the employment contract. Employers should also monitor announcements for additional national holidays which are frequently issued
in Thailand from year to year. Once an official announcement is made, this is an additional public holiday and employees have the right to take leave that day. Finally, it should be noted that female workers are entitled to take maternity leave for a maximum of 90 days, and can receive their regular salary for 45 of those leave days. Termination and Severance Under Thai law, an employee can be terminated either with or without cause. However, termination for cause is only applicable under certain conditions. These include: committing negligent acts which cause serious damage to the employer; willfully causing damage to the employer; performing work dishonestly; violating a “just” work rule after receiving a written warning not later than one year prior to the violation (in very serious cases, such as theft of substantial property, or committing violence, for example, the written warning requirement is waived); and being sentenced to prison for a serious offense. When an employee is terminated for cause, the employer must notify the employee of the reason. If no reason is provided, then, if the employee makes a claim for severance, the employer would not be allowed to contest it. Note that employees terminated “for cause” are not entitled to severance. However, employees dismissed for any other reason, including mutual termination of the contract, are eligible for severance. In such cases, the employee must be given notice of at least one pay period or one month in advance of termination, whichever is shorter. The actual amount of severance pay an employee may receive depends on the length of time that the employee worked for the employer. Employers from other jurisdictions may have experienced a fairly efficient process for termination without cause. However, in Thailand, employers should note that this power should be exercised carefully, properly, and under advice, as the first port of call for an employee can be the Labor Office to report the employer for improper procedures with regards to termination. The correct document backed processes should be available as evidence to prove appropriate procedures have been followed for termination without cause. Conclusion Thai labor law is extensive, and the information provided in this article is only an overview of certain minimum requirements. Employers must also consider issues such as workmen’s compensation; social security; unions and labor relations; employment of foreigners; and labor dispute procedures. However, these regulations can be successfully navigated with full knowledge of the law. It is therefore important for investors with small, medium and potentially large workforces to monitor new labor developments and legislation that can impact their business.
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“Closest Beach Condominium” in Patong
The Charm Residences are perfect for both short stay holidaymakers as well as long-term residents, oering a wide selection of amenities that cater to people of all ages. The most attractive amenity is the rooftop sun deck and innity pool with lounge and dining area. There is a fitness center on site for the active and health conscious. For those who prefer a bit more pampering there is a Charm Spa complete with massage tables and trained massage therapists, parking and 24 hour security. There is wireless Internet throughout the resort plus each unit has its own private balcony. The resort is landscaped with water features and fully serviced with reception and housekeeping services.
The location is the strongest selling point of the entire project. The proximity of the resort to Patong Beach, Phuket’s best-known beach, is what makes this resort special. Patong Beach has virtually no other developments that are within 80 meters to the beach and are available for outright ownership, making this a unique opportunity for investors. The location will not only strengthen the ability to rent the units once completed, but will also strengthen the potential for capital growth as there are few locations that are as close to the beach as this project.
The quality is seen by its attention to detail in the design components of the resort, including the tropical architecture and the contemporary interior décor. The individual units have large beds and wardrobes, pantry and dining facilities, spacious bathrooms with tube and showers, a lounge are with a couch and entertainment center plus a writing desk.
For further information, kindly contact or visit our Sales Office 200/24 Patong Beach Front Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket Thailand 83150 Tel: +66 (0)76 344499 Fax: +66 (0)76 344944 Email: info@thecharmphuket.com facebook.com/thecharmresidence
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Integrated Pest Management System The ISS Group was founded in Copenhagen in 1901 and has since grown to become the world’s leading Facility Services Company. ISS is currently present in over 52 countries and has over 25 years experience in Thailand.
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Our Services • Pest Control ISS Pest Control uses proprietary formulas of residual chemicals, gels, baits and fogging treatment to effectively control crawling and flying insects. All chemicals adopted by ISS Pest Control meet international safety standards. Whilst having a lasting effect, treatments are safe to the environment and to humans.
• Rodent Control Difference control techniques are used to eliminate rodents. Chemical control using baits, physical control in the from of traps are sticky boards are most commonly deployed. Glue traps are effective alternatives in areas where food sources are abundant and therefore weaken bait attraction. As part of our complete services, regular rodent control inspections are carried out to replace baits and reposition traps and arrange the discreet removal of trapped or dead rodents.
Professionally qualified ISS Termite Inspectors provide a room-to-room examination of all timber components to detect damaged wood or possible termite infestation with advanced termite detecting devices. If termite infections are suspected, chemical treatment or termite intercepting & baiting systems will be applied to ensure all termite colonies are exterminated.
• Landscaping Services With our skilled and motivated ISS staff, we can provide flexible solution that is adapted to every customer's needs. We can design and construct a wide range of Landscaping Service i.e. Design and Construction of Landscaping, Green Area Construction and Plant Relocation, Daily Maintenance tasks to clean and clear. The clients will obtain economies of scale by adding this service. Often, time and resources are wasted because tasks are delegated to a range of different suppliers and partners. ISS Property Services can provide of a long list of services that contribute to optimizing the value of a company’s property services budget. Our services can be combined in innumerous ways, as selected services or as a complete solution focusing on resource optimization, efficiency and systematic planning. As a matter of fact, we can handle all tasks related to the physical environment in and around the premises with highly skilled employees as well as an extensive network of sub-contractors. Our objective is to contribute to the existing property investment by servicing the facilities optimally. ISS Property services is the single solution provider covering all property needs. ISS Facility Services Co., Ltd. 117/9 Moo 5, Tambon Ratsada Amphur Muang, Phuket 83000 Tel: +66 (0)83 505 6667 Email: scott.d@th.issworld.com, prapaiporn.s@th.issworld.com Website: www.th.issworld.com 35 C3
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People Profile
According to the YouTube ‘hits’ (over 2m), Phuket-based singer Gig (Warunee Suwannurak) attracted a lot of attention and curiosity after she appeared on the Thailand’s Got Talent contest’s ‘Season 2’. Window on Lifestyle went to meet her to find out what all the fuss was about.
PHUKET’S Where are you from? Betong in Yala, Thailand’s southernmost province bordering Malaysia. Tell us briefly about your background? My parents were day labourers and I went to school only up to Grade 6 (about 12 years old) because I had to work so that my four younger brothers could continue their studies. I worked as housekeeper, delivering newspapers, a waitress and so on. What is your first memory of being inspired by music? I sang in school performances from a very young age and loved it! When did you realize you could make a career singing? When I was 18, I started working as a singer in local restaurants. That was the first time I got paid to sing! When did you move to Phuket? Why? In December, 2006, I left my life in Yala and came to Phuket where there are more opportunities to work singing western songs. How and why did you start to sing western songs? I met a singer called ‘Cake’ at one of the places I was working in my hometown. She was doing western songs and, although I couldn't understand what she was singing, I could feel her power and I thought, “I could sing like that!” So I started to try it myself, without knowing the meaning or even what it should really sound like. I just wrote down the lyrics in Thai.
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Was it easy? No! One day, I’d just finished a song called ‘Cha-la-la’ when a Malaysian guy came up to me and asked, “What were you singing? I couldn’t understand anything!” I felt so ashamed that I changed my technique. I started listening to the songs carefully and writing the lyrics in English – but also writing in Thai how it should sound – and checking the meaning of the lyrics with a dictionary. It took me about two weeks to master just one song! Do you still do it this way? Yes I do. But I also watch YouTube videos and study how the singers control their voices and how they use their mouths. I’ve never had singing lessons, so this is the best way for me to learn and improve. Tell us about your work. Up to two years ago, I used to take jobs as a cashier or waitress if I had no singing work. But my boyfriend doesn’t want me to do that any more, so now I’m a professional singer. Basically that means I don’t have another job; singing is the only work I do, although I don’t have a regular singing job. I’m more of a freelancer going where the work is, often for events. I’ve also just started studying through the Non-formal Education (NFE) system. What songs do you include in your performances? I can sing more than 100 western songs; I’ve got quite a few Tina Turner songs in my repertoire, but a lot of others too. My real favourite is the 1993 hit “What's up?” by 4 Non Blondes.
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How did you come to enter the Thailand's Got Talent contest? I saw the American and UK versions on YouTube and found out that the show had just come to Thailand. I watched it and one of the acts was really inspirational. I thought, “Why not me?” Of course, there’s the prize money too. If I won, I’d be able to buy a house for my parents and my daughter. Were you confident? No! Not at all. I didn’t think I’d pass the audition because there were 20,000 candidates from all over Thailand and they needed only 400 contestants. But I did it; believe me, I was in shock for a while after being selected. Why did you choose to sing “What’s Up?” in the audition round? Because I like it and it's the one I do best – and I can remember the lyrics without having to read them. As simple as that! Do you think you made any mistakes in the contest? Yes. In the semi-final, I chose the wrong song! It didn’t really suit me or my voice and I wasn’t able to get much feeling into it. Also, I didn't warm up my voice beforehand, so I couldn’t achieve the power I usually have. I was probably thinking too much and I know I was a bag of nerves. Did the talent contest provide you with a trainer? Yes they did, but it was a bit of a mixed blessing. Having someone tell you what you should and shouldn’t do is OK – but the problem was I got really nervous if I couldn't do what they told me to do, like in the semi-final. If there’d been no trainer, I’d have just been myself – and maybe I’d have done better...
After the contest will your life change? Will you still sing in Phuket? Win or not, I’ll keep singing. I really don't know what's going to happen. The TV production company might offer me a five-year contract but if they don’t, then my commitment to them finishes with the last show. Whatever happens, I love to sing in Phuket so I’ll probably go back and forth between Phuket and Bangkok. Who knows? You’ve become a ‘favourite’ at the Phuket Raceweek regatta, organised every year by the publishers of this magazine? Will you still have time for that kind of thing? Will you be there next July? Sure I will – if the organisers still want me! Is there anything about your performance that you’d like to improve? My biggest problem is lack of English language skills. I need to work on that. What's your goal? As I mentioned, I’m studying Non-formal Education and I want to get a degree. I was thinking about studying engineering, but I accepted that wasn’t practical for me. My dream is to graduate as a singing teacher and open my own school. But that’s a long way in the future as I’ve just started to study and I still don't have enough money for the investment. People may think that because I’ve got foreign boyfriend, I’m already rich... Not true! I still have to work. Can you tell us a bit about your personal life? Sure. I’m 32 years old and live in Naiharn with my Danish boyfriend who I met two years ago when I was singing in a restaurant in Rawai. I’ve got a 10-yearold daughter who lives with her father, my Malaysian ex-husband, in Ubon Ratchatani. How do you approach life? We never know what’s in the future, so make the most of today. Do you have any hobbies? I’m lucky. My hobby is singing, so I get to work at what I love doing. How do you see yourself? I think I’m an easy person. My regular routine is to stay home and surf the internet looking for new techniques from my favourite singers. I also practice a lot at home. I’m definitely not a beach person! I like to wear T-shirts and jeans, but nowadays I’ve changed a bit. My boyfriend says that I’m not a young girl anymore so I need to look smarter… This interview was conducted before the final of ‘Thailand’s Got Talent, Season 2’. Gig came sixth in the contest out of 400 contestants from all over Thailand.
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Check out Phuket's
View Points If you are looking for a change from the beach, why not check out the views from Phuket's hilltop view points? You will experience magnificent vistas, cool breezes and most view points have refreshments available. Don't forget your camera. Phromthep Cape (Laem Phromthep): This is the most popular and largest of all the view points. The area has been developed to offer extensive views over the sea and there are walking paths from the cliffs to the water's edge for the adventurous. The sunsets are absolutely breathtaking and never the same two days running. If you are romantically inclined this is the place to come in the evenings and hold hands as the setting sun paints the evening skies in towering kaleidoscopes of light and shade.
Rang Hill: Rang Hill lies to the northwest of Phuket City. The hilltop has been landscaped into a park and fitness facilities are offered. A winding treelined road takes you right to the summit where a sala offers shade during the day. Once there you can enjoy views of the city and beaches on the south and southwest of the island. Try a visit at night when the lights of the city are like a million diamonds scattered on night blue silk.
On top of Promthep Cape is a very pretty structure, the Kanchanaphisek Lighthouse which doubles as a museum. It was constructed in 1996. If you want to check the times of sunsets, ring the Phuket Meteorological & Radio Station on +66 (0)76 211494. How to get there Phromthep Cape is a headland on the extreme southern end of Phuket about 19 kilometres from Phuket City. You can drive there via Chalong Junction along Highway 4024 to Rawai Beach, and then follow the signs for 2 kilometres.
Karon Viewpoint: Sometimes referred to as the Three Bay Viewpoint. View point is located between Nai Harn and Kata noi Beaches. This is a very tastefully developed facility with a Thai-style sala, which offers superb views on several levels. From here Kata Noi, Kata and Karon beaches can be seen and out to sea is Koh Poo Island. It is one of the island's best views. How to get there Kata Viewpoint is located along the road between Kata Beach and Nai Harn Beach, just 5 kilometers from Kata Beach.
Windmill View Point: As the name would suggest this hilltop boasts a modern windmill – the only one on the island. It can be found on the south of Phuket between Nai Harn and Promthep. This isolated spot offers superb views of the tiny Ya Nui Beach and the main Nai Harn Beach. There are always boats moored off both beaches and in December the anchorages really come alive as the Phuket King's Cup Regatta gets under way. How to get there Drive from Nai Harn Beach towards the highest hilltop and take the first road on the right. You will spot the windmill on your right hand side.
Khao Kad 360° Viewpoint: Khao Kad offers wonderful views of the Andaman Sea beaches and neighbouring islands from a different perspective – from Cape Panwa in Vichit district. Sunsets are on a par with Promthep. Visitors are faced with a stiff climb up 138 steps. Once there the fresh breezes and tranquil surroundings are a sufficient reward. The viewpoint has good parking facilities and services. How to get there Take Sakdidet Road as far as Baan Muang Thong (Muang Thong Village) or follow the signs to Makham Bay and turn right just before arriving at Panwa Cape. The turning is well signposted.
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Blood Donations The start of the tourist season and the associated influx of visitors to Phuket results in an unfortunate trend; an increase in trauma, accidents and hospital admissions. Hospitals therefore face an increasing need for more supplies of the vital fluid of life, blood.
Media announcements calling for urgent blood donations are not new in Phuket, and the hospitals and blood banks regularly ask for donations. It’s just that as the number of foreigners on the island increase, blood supplies, and particularly those blood groups that are rare, become scarce.
from Thai donors because for every 1,000 donors, statistically, only three will donate Rh negative blood. That is clearly not enough; particularly when only about 1,000 Thais donate regularly, each month in Phuket.
Your blood is grouped and categorised by its makeup. All of us, Thai and foreigners have a blood group which is A, B, AB or O. This classification is then further defined as either positive or negative; more correctly termed Rh positive or Rh negative.
Foreigners have a much higher incidence of Rh negative blood, at around 16%. So for every 1,000 donors, blood banks would collect about 160 units of blood. The other side of the coin, of course, is that for every 100 foreign accident patients who need blood, 16 of them will require Rh negative blood. With only around 20 foreigners who donate blood regularly each month in Phuket, and the limited number of Rh negative blood collected from the Thai population, the hospitals never have enough stock of this type of blood.
Most Thais, that is 99.7% of the population, have Rh positive blood. It becomes immediately clear that the blood banks in Thailand therefore have extreme difficulty getting Rh negative blood
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Useful info Blood Donations
Facts • You can’t give blood from one person to another unless it’s a match. A person with Rh negative blood can’t receive Rh positive blood. • When people donate blood, they usually give one unit, around 500ml. • Many accident patients need many units of blood to survive; some as many as 10-15 units. • Rh negative blood is rare, very rare, not just in Phuket but all over Thailand. • We can’t get Rh negative blood from the Thai population, they don’t have it. • Only a very few foreign people who live in Phuket with Rh negative blood are regular donors. When a foreign patient is admitted to hospital and requires Rh negative blood, stocks can be exhausted quickly and urgent calls are then made through the media to obtain more.
database are contacted to make a donation. This saves valuable time and is a life-saving community service. If you’re a foreign resident of Phuket, please get checked for free at the hospital, and become part of the database. If you know that you’re Rh negative, we really do need your details. Please remember that if you’re Rh negative and have an accident, you may need the blood of other donors. As a tourist or visitor to Phuket, you can also donate blood; it can save lives. Blood collection, screening and distribution is performed by the Phuket Regional Blood Centre, and their brand new building and facility is located next to the Phuket Provincial Employment Office at 38/193 Rattanakosin 200 Pee Rd in Phuket town; telephone 076 251178 or mobile 081 413 4004. If you donate, the procedure is carried out according to international standards. No appointment is needed, just turn up and tell the staff you want to donate. You’ll be made very welcome, the process will take about 45 minutes and whilst all blood is greatly appreciated, you’ll be particularly wellreceived if your blood is Rh negative.
What can, and is being done?
Peter Davison is the Manager International Services at Phuket International Hospital.
Phuket International Hospital maintains a Blood Donors’ Database where we check people’s blood for free at the hospital and record these details, with their contact details. If people already know their blood group, they can enter the information themselves directly on to the website www.phuketinternationalhospital.com. The hospital then makes this database available to other hospitals and the blood bank in Phuket. If blood is then needed, people who are on the
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