Window on Phuket May 2015 by WINDOW on Phuket

124 F3

GUARANTEED RETURN

Over 2000 sqm. of POOL and tropical park-like LANDSCAPING

ON INVESTMENT FOR 3 YEARS

condominium & project under construction

ROVE PP

BEST SELLING

EIA PROVE

6km of UNSPOILT BEACH for you to explore

Starting Price 3.05 MB

Sales office sales@diamondcondominium.com

80 F3

2014

www.windowonphuket.com

ISSUE 93 # MAY 2015

facebook.com/Window.Phuket

Regulars Phuket Island map Things to do in Phuket What's on: on & off Phuket (including the movies) People profile: Bobby Duchowny (Lemongrass House) Legal matters: Staying out of legal trouble in Thailand Social Phuket Useful telephone numbers

8 10-11 12-15 34 56-57 62-63 66

Yachts, Yachting & Car Cholamark Boat DaVinci Yacht Charters Phuket tide tables: May/June 2015 Wahoo Phuket Reel Torque Yachts Car listing: Sure Motor Helicam: onboard Pawara West Coast Divers

16 17 18 19 20-21 23 24

Shopping, Dining & Leisure Phuket's Best Burger 2015 Dining around Phuket Recipe: Phuket Lobster Thermidor (Palm Seafood) Phuket's street food scene Hair Studio 9 Lemongrass House Sapan Hin Mining Monument Best drives on Phuket "Hanging Ten" on Phuket

25 26-27 28 30-31 32 33 37-39 60-61 64-65

Cover photos: Top: Plum Restaurant / Vanilla Sky, Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas Bottom: The Anchan Villas

17 30-31

Land & Property (Sales / Rentals / Services / Products) Emerald Phuket Development Verve Villas Seven Seas Phuket Plunge Rise Villas Villa Island Plantation Layan Loft Anchan Villas 88 Land & Houses Hillside Phuket Karon Butterfly Resort Coco Kamala Luxury Pool Villas Century 21 Smart Property Harvest Property The View Tile-It: Phuket's quality tile boutique ISS: Security System Integration

40-41 42-43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 & 55 58 59

60-61 54-55

WINDOW on Phuket is created by 90/5 Moo 2 Chaofa Rd. West, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000 +66 76 264491 www.image-asia.com Like us on facebook.com/window.phuket

Advertising enquiries Peter: +66 81 894 9668 peter@image-asia.com (English) Jill: +66 89 873 6558 sales@image-asia.com (Thai/English)

THINGS TO DO

Phuket Botanic Garden should be on a list of attractions to visit while in Phuket! The site is in the Chalong area not far from Chalong Temple. The garden features an amazing horticultural display split into 30 zones, each containing different species. The site contains a butterfly garden in addition to various other gardens: Herb Garden, Orchards, Sufficient Garden, Orchid Garden, Fern Garden, Cactus Garden, Rainforest, Japanese Garden, English Garden, Bali Garden, Water Lily Garden and a Palm Garden. The Phuket Botanic Garden also serves as a research centre for many rare plant species. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy these immaculately kept tropical gardens.

Phuket has plenty of choices when it comes to places to see and things to do or to try. We hope the suggestions here will enhance your holiday experience and perhaps persuade you to return in the future.

Open from 9am-4.30pm. Closed on Wednesday. The entry fee for non-locals is 500 baht for adults and 300 baht for kids. 102 G3 Phuket Botanic Garden.

If you are here with your family, horse riding is a relaxing and romantic way for you all to explore Phuket's natural scenery. In contrast, a brisk canter along the beach is most invigorating.

A hundred years ago, Phuket City had a prosperous economy based on tin mining, and even back then was an international centre with a large expatriate community of Chinese and Europeans.

There are two clubs on the island: Phuket International Horse Club, easily spotted at the entrance to Laguna Resort, is open seven days a week from 8am until 6pm. Phuket Riding Club is located in the southern part of the island on the road to Rawai Beach, and offers riding tuition for all levels of ability including children. The Club is open daily from 7am until 6.30pm.

They built beautiful homes in the style called Sino-Portuguese – terraced townhouses with narrow frontages and accommodations which stretch back from the road. The interiors often include walled gardens and fountains, and are beautifully furnished with antiques and Chinese inspired decorations. Rommanee Road is a fine example which has been fully restored. Visit Talang Road, Yaowarat Road and Dibuk Road. Nowadays, these streets in the Chinese quarter have transformed themselves into busy thoroughfares featuring antique shops, speciality restaurants and more. 81 B4

The oldest Chinese school in Phuket, Thai Hua School was built in 1911 and has now become the Thai Hua Museum, serving as a community and exhibition centre for baba arts and culture. The museum is a two-storey building with the upper level balconied internally to look down on the ground floor. Many of the exhibits and artifacts relate to the art and culture of China. Some of the old schoolrooms still remain as they were in the past with old school desks and photographs of former students. The Phuket Thai Hua Museum is on Krabi Road. It’s open on Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 8pm. Entrance is free. It's certainly worth a visit.

The Provincial Hall, the Phuket Courthouse and the town branch of the Siam City Bank are further examples of architecture from the past. All well worth a visit. 81 C5 Talang Rd. 81 C4 Rommanee Rd., Yaowarat Rd. and Dibuk Rd.

Rommanee Rd Talang Rd

Mom Tri's Boathouse

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.

WHAT'S ON

July 2015 (Date to be annoucned) @ Kathu Kathu Festival 2015. The Kathu Cultural Street event sees activities and performances that showcase the cultural heritage of one of Phuket's oldest and most vibrant communities including the main economic activity of centuries ago – tin mining. The Festival will have a light and sound show, shop booths and exhibitions, handicrafts and local food.

Music competition •

2 May 2015 @ Hard Rock Café, Patong Battle of the Young Bands 2015. This year's Battle of the Young Bands will once again give young musicians in Phuket the opportunity to play and compete at a world-class venue – the Hard Rock Café. There will be great prizes and more! www.legendmusic.net

The Baba Wedding 2015

15-19 July 2015 @ Cape Panwa Hotel, Cape panwa Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek. Four days of racing, five nights of parties: This is the first event in the annual Asian Yachting Grand Prix and comprises four days of professionally run, internationalstandard yacht racing off Phuket's southeast coast during the windy southwest monsoon season. www.phuketraceweek.com

Surfing •

6 September 2015 @ Kata Beach Rip Curl GromSearch 2015 Champion. Young surfers from all over Southeast Asia compete for the prestigious title of Rip Curl GromSearch 2015. www.asia.ripcurl.com

Night run •

23-30 May 2015 @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), Thalang Thanyapura Neon Night Run and Party. Have fun and run! The Neon Night Run has race distances for all ages in addition to great music and bright lights. There will be a BBQ, stalls, kids’ entertainment, face painting, prizes for the best neon costumes, glow sticks and more. School teams will also be competing to win the new Thanyapura Cup. www.thanyapura.com

Regatta •

WHAT'S ON

Cultural street event •

Cultural festival •

15-23 October 2015 @ Phuket Shrines Phuket Vegetarian Festival 2015. During this time, local people of Chinese ancestry strictly observe a 10-day vegetarian or vegan diet for the purposes of spiritual cleansing and merit-making. Eating only vegetable dishes is based on the intention to purify bodies and minds, and enlightening the spirit. During the ceremonies, people wear white.

Marathon •

7 June 2015 @ Laguna Grove, Laguna Phuket The 10th 'Run in Paradise' is once again on, presenting runners a picture-perfect course along the coast of northwest Phuket. Sights along the route include a typical Thai village market, a rubber plantation and beach and sea views. Thousands of runners are expected once again to attend Asia’s most popular family friendly destination marathon. Events and categories this year are: marathon, half marathon, 10.5 km run, 5 km walk, and a 2 km kids’ run. Tel: +66 2236 2931. www.phuketmarathon.com

Cultural event •

22-24 June 2015 @ Thai Hua Museum & Hongyok House, Phuket City The Baba Wedding 2015 ceremony in the 'Baba Peranakan' (Straits Chinese) tradition promotes the island as a wedding and honeymoon destination. Three nights, sightseeing, the ‘Pang Tae’ traditional Peranakan wedding ceremony at Hongyok House, and a wedding feast and cultural entertainment in the historic Blue Elephant Cooking School & Restaurant on June 22nd. Priced at 39,000 baht per couple. Tel: +66 81 691 1955. www.phuketbaba.com

Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek

Regatta •

9-12 July 2015 @ Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC), Chalong The 9th Multihull Solutions Regatta featuring performance multihulls, Corsairs and Firefly 850 One Designs and cruising multihulls. Catamarans and trimarans will grace the waters of Chalong Bay during this three-day event. The host venue is Ao Chalong Yacht Club with three parties and prize-giving ceremonies held there. www.acyc.asia

108 F4

47 C1

PAGE

2 H6

PAGE

WHAT'S ON

63 B5

movies MAY 2015 Entertainment

All the latest movies are on offer on the island

May Choices

DJ station and Sunday Fun Brunch @ XANA Beach Club, Cherngtalay. DJ Wii's chill-out set providing a background ambience & Sunday fun brunch features live stations and the 'Eat Me Drink Me' bar every Sunday.

SFX Coliseum Cinema 3rd. floor, Central Festival, Phuket City +66 76 209000

Live music @ The Surface Restaurant & Bar, Patong. Soothing live music in this open air rooftop restaurant and bar. Cocktails, wines, slow grill dishes â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and breathaking sunsets.

SFX Coliseum Cinema Jungceylon Shopping Destination, Patong Beach +66 76 600555

Live jazz jam sessions @ Music Matters jazz bar, Phuket City. One of hidden place in Phuket town to go for Jazz, Salsa, Caribbean, African, Southamerican or any other exotic great music. Live jazz jam sessions are on every Wednesday and Saturday night.

Catch up on your favourite SHOWTIME please visit our website at windowonphuket.com/whatson

Live music Friday @ The Speakeasy Phuket, Royal Phuket Marina. Happy hour combines with live music on Fridays at The Speakeasy from 7pm-10pm. Happy Hour every night 6-9pm. DJs & signature cocktails @ Zazada Beach Club. A place to relax and enjoy the chilled music with awesome DJs, signature cocktails and great food to suit all tastes. One of the best places in Phuket to enjoy a spectacular sunset.

Information supplied by

Live music @ Molly Malone's Irish Pub, Patong. Live music starts at 10pm by an excellent Filipino band From Monday to Saturday, Live music starts at 10pm by an excellent Filipino band covering pop and rock classics.

* Some of movie may not available please check with online version

Live music @ Tai Pan, Patong. Classic Rock through to the latest dance hits every night with international singers. The show is on every night through to 11:45pm. Blues music @ Rocking Angels, Phuket city. The place to go if you're a music lover. Relaxed and laid back. Join and jam with the band. Music from 9pm. Closed on Mondays.

Regular Events ACYC Ao Chalong Yacht Club. 4th ACYC race is on 10 may and 5th ACYC race is on 21 May. All are welcome to sail. Regular Friday night get-together and Lucky Draw. Non-members welcome. www.acyc.asia PIWC Phuket International Women's Club Monthly meetings: Committee - 1st Thursday, Meet & Greet - 2nd Thursday. Lunch - 3rd Thursday. Coffee Morning - 4th Thursday. All welcome; registration is essential. +66 76 316711. info@phuketiwc.com. www.phuketiwc.com IBAP The International Business Association of Phuket Regular meeting is on the 2nd Friday of each month. secretary@ibap-phuket. org. www.ibap-phuket.org Mr Live Wire Free computer clinic Windows, internet, tablet, phone, TV, or just about anything computer-related. Every Sunday, 10am at NEW VENUE Baketastic in Kathu (opposite Krung Thai Bank). Lions Club Lions Club of Patong Beach Monthly meeting & fellowship dinner, 2nd Tuesday each month. +66 81 374 2088. info@ lions-club-patong.org. www.lions-club-patong.org GOMS Grumpy Old Men's Society A grumpy but happy group of local gentleman gathers every 1st & 3rd Monday of the month. vguytonbeck@gmail.com. Cricket / Rugby Outrigger Hotels / Twenty Cricket League at ACG Cricket Ground Matches every Sunday 9am. Touch rugby Wednesday evenings. www.phuketcricketgroup.com / www.acgphuket.com. ACYC Ao Chalong Yacht Club Youth Sail Training in state-of-the-art dinghies. Bring your kids to learn to sail. Healthy, active, fun. For details contact school@acyc.asia.

54 47 C1

Times & dates of events are subject to change. Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.

CHOLAMARK BOAT Company was established in Phuket in 1989. The company has about 30 employees and we build inflatable boats and RIB's in the range of 2.10 metres to 7.50 metres. We offer repair service, general overhauls and tube replacements.

w w w. d a v i n c i p h u k e t . c o m

Spectacular scenery, crystal clear waters, magical reefs, abundant tropical fish

Whether it’s a day out with family and friends cruising around the islands or an overnight charter, we can cater to your every need.

Our work is done with the expertise of a European manufacturer.

DaVinci Yacht Charters prides itself not only on the quality and cleanliness of our fleet but on the attentiveness and service quality of our staff. We are a fully TAT (Tourism Authority of Thailand) licensed organization with all of the correct yacht charter insurances in place. Security is our top priority at all times and our fleet is fully equipped to international standards with all the necessary safety equipment from life jackets to life rafts.

Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. is the local dealer for Williams Performance Tenders, a service station for Avon Inflatables Limited and DSB of Germany. • We offer a wide range of inflatable boats made from Neoprene/Hypalon. • In addition to our Cholamark models we also offer Williams and Highfield tenders. • Professional repairs of all Neoprene and Hypalon Dinghies, re-tubing and general inflatable dinghy overhauls. • Stock in our showrooms includes RIB's and soft floor dinghies. • We manufacture dinghy covers, sun shades, cushions with closed cell foam and supply and use anti skid mats. • We are also licensed to repack liferafts. A pick up and delivery service can be arranged. • Parts for dinghies - repair sets, air pumps, paddles, oars and dinghy wheels • Rental of dinghies. • Outboard engines, life rafts, self inflating life jackets, hand flares, parachute ute flares. • Stainless steel work (316), Argon Welding and perfect polishing.

Our 39ft Catamaran “DaVinci” is named after our iconic Italian restaurant in the south of Phuket Island. This locally built catamaran can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip or sleep up to eight people for overnight stays. This cruising catamaran is equipped with four cabins, two doubles and two singles as well a sleeping area for two in the main cockpit above deck. DaVinci is equipped with a fully functioning galley including a refrigerator and freezer as well as a dining area in the main cockpit. There is a large foredeck with lots of room to relax on the comfy cushions and enjoy the cruise while admiring the scenery. Fully equipped for both cruising under sail or

Cholamark is open in Chalong from 08:30-17:30, Monday-Saturday. Our office and shop is located opposite Soi Sukee on Chaofa Road, Chalong and so very close to Chalong Bay.

racing in one of the local regattas DaVinci can be chartered for a day trip, overnight cruise or a weeks racing. Enjoy a silent sail around the hidden islands you wouldn't normally see. Our 52ft Sunseeker “DaVinci S50” is also named after our iconic Italian restaurant in the South of Phuket Island. This is a sleek hi-powered motor yacht can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip or sleep up to six people for overnight stays. This 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.

The dinghy ramp at the opposite end of Soi Sukee and close to “The Lighthouse” makes for easy collection and delivery subject to tidal restrictions (see page 22 for tide tables).

To Kata & Karon

Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. Airport To Rawai

School

To Phuket City

Post Office CHALONG

CIRCLE

To Chalong Pier

CHALONG BAY

Boat ramp

119 B6

For more information Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. 16/29 Moo 8, Chaofa Road, Chalong, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 283112 : +66 76 283113 hans@hansboat.com www.hansboat.com

For further information 28/46 Moo 1, Nai Harn, Phuket (TAT License Number: 32/00410) : +66 89 588 3476 bruce@davinciphuket.com www.davinciphuket.com 110 G3

USEFUL INFO

MAY SUNDAY

SUNDAY

NIGHT

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.5

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.7

2.3

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.7

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.8

1.4

1.1

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.0

3.1

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.3

1.6

2.1

2.6

2.9

3.0

2.8

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.6

3.0

3.2

3.1

2.8

2.3

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.1

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.8

3.0

2.7

2.3

1.7

1.3

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.3

3.1

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.1

0.9

1.1

1.5

2.1

2.6

3.0

3.1

2.9

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.1

1.5

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.3

2.9

2.4

1.8

1.2

0.9

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.8

3.0

2.8

2.3

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.2

2.7

2.1

1.5

1.1

0.9

1.1

1.5

2.0

2.5

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.6

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.0

1.2

1.5

2.1

2.6

3.1

3.3

3.0

2.5

1.9

1.3

1.0

1.3

1.7

2.2

2.6

2.9

2.7

2.4

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.8

3.1

3.3

3.1

2.8

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.3

2.7

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.6

2.0

2.5

2.8

3.1

2.9

2.6

2.1

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.4

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.6

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.8

1.6

1.5

1.8

2.1

2.5

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.7

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.4

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.2

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.1

1.8

1.6

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.1

1.9

1.7

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.6

1.5

1.4

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.6

2.7

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.8

1.6

1.7

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.6

2.8

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.7

2.4

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.6

2.9

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.0

2.5

2.9

3.1

2.9

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.2

2.7

3.1

3.3

3.2

2.9

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.1

1.4

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.1

2.8

2.4

1.8

1.3

0.9

1.2

1.7

2.3

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.3

2.8

2.3

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

1.9

2.5

3.0

3.2

3.1

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.3

1.9

2.5

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

2.7

2.0

1.4

0.9

0.8

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.2

3.0

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.0

0.9

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.7

3.3

3.5

3.4

3.0

2.5

1.8

1.2

0.9

0.8

1.1

1.7

2.3

2.8

3.1

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.3

1.0

1.2

1.7

2.4

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.3

2.8

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.6

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

2.0

2.6

3.0

3.3

3.0

2.6

2.0

1.4

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.5

2.8

2.9

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.1

3.2

3.1

2.8

2.3

1.8

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.6

2.3

1.9

1.6

1.4

1.6

2.0

2.4

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.7

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.9

1.6

1.5

1.6

1.9

2.2

2.5

2.8

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.3

2.1

1.9

1.8

1.7

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.5

2.2

2.0

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.9

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.9

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.4

2.3

2.1

2.0

1.9

2.0

2.1

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.4

2.3

2.1

1.9

1.7

1.7 1.7 1.8 2.0

1.7 1.6 1.5 1.6

1.8 1.6 1.4 1.4

2.0 1.7 1.5 1.3

2.2 2.0 1.7 1.4

2.4 2.3 2.1 1.8

2.6 2.5 2.4 2.2

2.6 2.7 2.7 2.6

2.6 2.8 2.9 2.9

2.4 2.7 2.9 3.1

2.2 2.5 2.8 3.0

2.0 2.2 2.5 2.8

1.9 1.9 2.1 2.4

1.8 1.7 1.7 1.9

1.8 1.6 1.5 1.5

2.0 1.7 1.4 1.3

2.2 1.9 1.6 1.3

2.3 2.1 1.9 1.5

2.5 2.4 2.2 1.9

2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3

2.5 2.7 2.7 2.7

2.4 2.6 2.8 2.9

2.1 2.4 2.6 2.8

1.9 2.1 2.4 2.6

JUNE

SUNDAY

NOON

MIDNIGHT

SUNDAY

MIDNIGHT

SUNDAY

tables 2015

NOON

MIDNIGHT

NIGHT

2.3

1.8

1.4

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.1

3.2

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.3

1.1

1.3

1.6

2.1

2.5

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.3

3.0

2.5

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.0

1.3

1.7

2.3

2.7

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.3

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.2

2.8

2.3

1.7

1.2

1.0

1.4

1.9

2.5

2.9

3.1

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.5

2.0

2.6

3.1

3.4

3.2

2.7

2.0

1.4

1.0

0.9

1.1

1.6

2.1

2.6

3.0

3.1

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.2

2.8

3.2

3.4

3.0

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.2

2.8

2.2

1.6

1.2

1.0

1.1

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.8

2.9

2.7

2.3

1.9

1.5

1.3

1.6

2.0

2.5

3.0

3.2

3.0

2.6

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.3

1.6

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.8

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.8

2.2

2.6

2.9

3.1

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.6

1.5

1.6

1.9

2.2

2.5

2.8

2.9

2.7

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.5

1.7

2.1

2.4

2.6

2.7

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.8

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.6

2.4

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.1

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.5

2.7

2.4

2.1

1.8

1.5

1.4

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.9

1.6

1.5

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.5

1.9

2.3

2.7

3.0

3.1

3.0

2.7

2.3

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.4

1.6

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.8

1.4

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.1

3.2

3.1

2.7

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

2.0

2.4

2.8

2.9

2.6

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

2.0

2.5

3.0

3.3

3.1

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.5

2.1

2.5

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.4

3.3

3.0

2.5

1.9

1.3

1.0

0.9

1.2

1.6

2.2

2.7

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.0

1.3

1.7

2.3

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.3

2.9

2.3

1.7

1.2

0.9

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.4

2.8

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.4

1.9

2.5

3.0

3.3

3.4

3.1

2.6

2.0

1.4

1.0

0.9

1.1

1.5

2.0

2.5

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.3

1.6

2.2

2.7

3.1

3.3

2.9

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.3

1.7

2.2

2.7

2.9

2.7

2.3

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.3

3.1

2.7

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.5

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.8

2.5

2.2

1.8

1.4

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.6

2.9

3.1

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.2

2.5

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.7

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.6

2.1

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.4

1.6

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.7

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.8

1.9

2.2

2.4

2.6

2.7

2.6

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.9

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.3

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.1

2.0

1.9

1.8

1.9

2.0

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.6

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.8

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.3

2.1

1.8

1.6

1.5

1.6

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.8

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

3.0

2.8

2.5

2.1

1.7

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.6

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.6

2.9

3.1

2.9

2.4

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.4

1.8

2.2

2.6

2.8

2.7

Experience the beauty of the Andaman Sea with Phuket’s most fun and friendly yacht charter company Wahoo Phuket are one of the longest serving Yacht Charter Companies on the island, operating excursions for over 15 years. From our humble beginnings as a luxury fishing company, we have grown on the back of the desire to provide all our guests with a fun, welcoming and enjoyable experience on board clean, safe and well maintained vessels.

No matter whether you desire a fun day chasing Sailfish, an underwater scuba adventure, a romantic day island hoping escaping the crowds or a full blown on-board party we have the expertise to make your dreams come true. Our highly experienced and fully qualified team of captains, crew, fishing guides, scuba instructors and our executive chef will ensure a fully personalized service.

The Wahoo fleet consists of 5 yachts; a 72ft Ferretti, 50ft Maritimo, 2 Riviera sport-fishers and a traditional wooden Thai yacht. All our fleet are equipped with safety equipment to meet international standards including life rafts, life jackets and EPIRB.

Numerous dignitaries, sporting and Hollywood stars including Sir Ian Botham, Kate Moss, Vern Troyer and Gillian Anderson, have all enjoyed Wahoo’s renowned focus on quality and service. We can be found across the island in all resorts and hotels, so why not come on board with us and experience the Wahoo difference?

For more information: Wahoo Luxury Yacht Charter, 48/20, Moo 9 Soi Ao Chalong. Amphur Muang. Phuket 83130, Thailand : +66 81 891 8027 : +66 76 281510 : +66 76 280775 info@wahoo.ws www.wahoo.ws 110 G4

SUNDAY

Hatteras 100 Raised Pilot House A modern American classic

Large on life

Luxury abounds

For more than 50 years, Hatteras Yachts have had the privilege of building impressive motor yachts and sport-fishing convertibles for discerning yachtsmen around the world. The Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse follows in the great tradition of defining style, comfort, off-shore performance and luxurious craftsmanship that many have come to expect from this icon of the sea.

The amenities and accommodations found aboard the 100 RPH are typically reserved for vessels much larger in size. She features the largest aft deck and salon in her class, and offers an optional on-deck master suite that is the very definition of luxury.

Inside, her luxury knows no bounds. An opulent galley on the main deck is standard, and below deck you’ll find three complete guest suites and a luxurious full-beam master suite. Beautiful hardwoods, impeccable craftsmanship, stone countertops and fine furnishings will all have you convinced that this is our finest yacht yet.

From the elegant lines of her profile to the exquisite details found in the salon cabinetry, the Hatteras 100 Raised Pilothouse may well be our most beautiful yacht yet and like every other Hatteras she’s the result of valuable input from our customers and owners. Every polished surface, pane of glass and curve in her superstructure commands the attention of even the most casual observer. To the experienced yachtsman, however, these aesthetic details are testimony of the half-century of knowledge and tradition that have been invested into her design.

Outdoor living Her exterior entertaining spaces are abundant. Enjoy the thrill of the adventure from the bow observation lounge, relax on the aft deck and enjoy the breezes, or sun yourself on the richly appointed fly bridge.

The 100 RPH is not just another model; she’s the flagship of our next generation of motor yachts – delivering a level of style, luxury and quality found only in a Hatteras product. For more information or a brochure: www.reeltorqueyachts.com

The sale of Hatteras yachts is conducted in private and personalized consultancy by appointment.

Reel Torque Yachts is the Exclusive Dealer for Hatteras Yachts for S. E. Asia www.reeltorqueyachts.com

Toyota Avanza (S)

THB 430,000

Toyota Vios TRD Sportivo THB 360,000

Honda Jazz (V)

PRE-OWNED: White, 2010, 1.5 Auto, Manual Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, CD, MP3, 29,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: White, 2009, 1.5 Auto, Manual Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, CD, MP3, 70,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver, 2012, 1.5 Auto, Manual Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, USB, Multifuntion, 24,xxx KM.

Honda Civic (S)

Nissan Sylphy

Ford Focus (S)

THB 460,000

THB 399,000

THB 525,000

THB 599,000

PRE-OWNED: White, 2010, 1.8 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, CD, MP3, Multifunction, 86,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver, 2013, 1.6 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, Multifunction, 44,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: White, 2013, 2.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, USB, Cruise Control, Multifunction, 36,xxx KM.

Toyota Camry (G)

Honda CR-V (E)

Toyota Fortuner

THB 790,000

THB 660,000

CAR FOR SALE

Open: Monday to Saturday 8am-5.30pm 81 C3 : +66 76 224632, +66 76 216243, +66 76 617270 sale@suremotor.net www.suremotor.net facebook.com/SureMotorGroup

THB 980,000

PRE-OWNED: Black, 2012, 2.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, Multifuntion, USB, AUX, 40,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Pearl White, 2010, 2.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, Multifuntion, Cruise Control, NAVI, SUB, 131,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: TRD Sportivo 4WD, White, 2011, 3.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, DVD, Multifunction, Cruise Control, NAVI, 69,xxx KM.

Toyota Vigo Prerunner (E) THB 480,000

Toyota Vigo Extra cab (G) THB 550,000

Isuzu D-MAX CAB4

PRE-OWNED: 2WD, Brown, 2007, 3.0 Manual, Manual Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, CD, MP3, 123,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: 2WD, Silver, 2010, 3.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, 95,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Hilander 2WD, Gray, 2010, 2.5 Manual, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, CD, MP3, 99,xxx KM.

THB 495,000

Only the best cars - only the best service.

These are just some of over 100 cars that we have in stock. Come to our showroom and see the rest, or visit our website. www.suremotor.net : +66 76 224632, +66 76 216243 and +66 76 617270 To Airport

Mae Luan Rd.

PHUKET TOWN

Thung Ka Rd.

Thepkasattree Rd.

Patipat Rd.

To Central

Yaowarat Rd.

Merlin Hotel

Satree Phuket School Damrong Rd.

Srisoonthorn Sub District Administrative Organisation To Airport

To Phuket City

Thepkasattree Rd.

Baan Lipon School n Soi Baa

Kluay

Baan Pon Hua Harn Rd.

To Wachira Hospital

BaanbonCherngtalay Rd.

To Kao Rang

(Advertorial)

PHUKET'S BEST BURGER

Everyone loves a great burger. The perfect ratio of burger to bun, the selection of choice ingredients, and the overall personality of the Burger Maestro are all major factors in determining whether a hamburger is worthy of the illustrious label ‘Phuket’s Best Burger.’ Restaurateurs and chefs all came together to compete to see whose burger reigns supreme and who the winner of Phuket’s Best Burger 2015 would be at the Town Square in Royal Phuket Marina on the 21st March. Contestants were each allocated a space within the Town Square where they set up their pop-up burger stalls. The huge crowd that attended were treated to 11 different burgers, and not only that but on the boardwalk there were also other F&B outlets offering tastes from all around the world, with Indian food thanks to Bollywood Restaurant and Turkish fare from Kataturk Restaurant along with craft beer from Two Tales from the Czech Republic.

The main event of course was the burger competition and at 7pm the 11 contestants each brought their precious burger to the judging room. The seven judges blind tasted each burger; they had no idea which burger came from which contestant. When the judges were well and truly stuffed they gave out the verdicts. Jay ‘Le Shark’ Walker, the Director of Marketing and Operations, who was also the event organizer and MC for the evening announced the results on the main stage. The winner of Phuket’s Best Burger 2015 was… (insert your own drum roll here)… Xana Beach Club! Xana received the trophy and of course more than that, they can now boast 'Phuket’s Best Burger' for the next 365 days. It was a great event for the whole family and Royal Phuket Marina was the perfect backdrop. We're sure that the 2016 event will be even bigger and better. The top three contestants were: 1. Xana Beach Club, 2. The Frying Kiwi, 3. The Village, Coconut Island. Others included: Re Ká Ta Beach Club, Kata Rocks, Sea Breeze, Frying Kiwi, Pullman, Lucky 13 Sandwich, Cults Burger, Dewa.

The Helicam crew recently set sail on a four-day live-aboard cruise around the Similan Islands, Koh Bon, Koh Tachai, and Richelieu Rock, to capture images of the Pawara - a purpose-built 12-cabin dive boat. The Helicam assignment was to shoot material for a promotional video using drones and other cameras on board. Helicam filmed the boat in several locations to feature prime footage of some of Thailand’s best dive sites that offer amazing marine life and scenery both above and below the water. At various points during the cruise guests were taken out to visit beaches within the National Park. Footage of giant manta rays and other marine wildlife was recorded by many of the divers.

For more information on Helicam please contact: Phil : +66 87 281 0451, : +66 89 874 7464 info@helicam.asia www.helicam.asia

109 B1

There was also live jazz on the boardwalk of RPM as well as a guest appearance from The Legends of Siam who warmed the crowd up before the amazing Black and Blue band entertained on the main stage. Children at the event were also well taken care of with a huge bouncy castle that was very well received by both the little ones and their parents, along with Oasis.ed who set up a pop-up children’s club offering fun activities for the kids, including face painting, clowning and games.

It was a great family event and Royal Phuket Marina was the perfect backdrop. The 2016 event promises to be even bigger and better. Thanks to the sponsors: IMAGE asia, Class Act Media, RL Magazine, Uber and, of course, to the host venue: Royal Phuket Marina.

FIRE & ICE Buffet Canadian Lobster, Australian Rib Eye Free Ȑow of red & white Every Tuesday 7pm to 9pm Baht 1,550++ Limited seating

SEA SAND SAMBA Meat & Seafood BBQ Every Thursday 7pm to 9pm Baht 1,100++ Limited seating

683 Karon Beach, Patak Road, Tambol Karon, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand Tel : +66 (0) 7620 1234 Fax : +66 (0) 7620 1235 Email : cpbr@chr.co.th www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cpbr

Baluchi

Indian

Daily 1-11pm | +66 76 292526, +66 76 284555

Nikita’s

International/Thai/Seafood

Daily 9am until late | +66 76 288703, +66 81 091 5788

Plum Restaurant / Vanilla Sky Plum 6-11.30pm Mon Closed | Vanilla 5pm-midnight | +66 76 337300

Mediterranean Tapas Bar

Baluchi is in the heart of Patong and in Karon, yet their relaxed atmosphere, with soft background Indian music, creates a great ambience perfect for either family dining or entertaining clients. They take pride in using only fresh, authentic Indian spices, freshly ground in their kitchen and fresh (not frozen) meat. Homemade paneer (cottage cheese) and yoghurt, tandoori kebabs, naan and rotis, Mughlai curries and the best Indian long grain basmati rice dishes are just some of their specialties. One can taste the most mouth-watering tandoori kebabs in town, not to mention the variety of breads baked freshly in the tandoor or a delicious variety of prawn, chicken, mutton or vegetable biryani. Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India. Baluchi Karon opens 18:30 to 23:30 every day except Saturdays. Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to Karon Football Stadium www.wheretoeat-phuket.com

75 B3

South Phuket's premier beach-side bar & restaurant, Nikita's at Rawai, is a real favourite. The absolute seafront, garden-sala café-bar with fantastic island views across Chalong Bay, a shady setting & cool sea breeze is unbeatable for relaxing away balmy afternoons & evenings.

New, chic, Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, brings sophisticated style to the tropical beauty of Phuket with its two unique dining venues − both with outstanding service, fine cuisine & views to match. It’s chic! It’s modern! It’s hip! It’s laid-back! It’s Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas.

Time means nothing at Nikita's on peaceful Rawai Beach. The well-trained team offers real Thai hospitality, while guests sit happily daydreaming for hours, observing life on the water & chatting with friends. The extensive menu of authentic Thai food, fresh seafood & the famous wood-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 – is a winner with visitors as well as the many locals who make Nikita's a second home.

PLUM Restaurant is 'reborn' with ‘value’ as a main item on its menu. "Back to basics" with a fresh and creative touch, featuring Mediterranean home-style & creative Thai-inspired dishes. Plum redefines value for money with over 20 wine labels under 1,400 Baht net. Fantastic views, great service complement this experience!

Dine or relax under the sala, at garden tables or outdoors by the sea. Great food, great music, great wine, great friends… Nikita’s.

Experience Cape Sienna & be surprised by the amazing location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…

Located on the water's edge on Rawai Beach Rd www.nikitas-phuket.com

123 D4

Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort – serves distinctive cocktails and interesting tapas backed by a breathtaking view of Kamala Bay. Step out on the terrace, slip into one of the chairs; you'll feel you've reached a small piece of heaven on earth.

Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff www.capesienna.com, fb@capesienna.com

40 E5

91 D6

PALM SEAFOOD

Phuket Lobster with thermidor sauce, a fruity flavoursome dish with fresh lobster with garlic, and brandy Ingredients

5gm shallots 5gm chopped garlic ½tbs tarragon leaves 1tbs cognac ½cup fish stock 1tbs mustard powder

½cup hollandaise sauce Phukewt lobster 2tbs butter 10gm mushrooms 50ml whipping cream

Chef Nuttanun says this is a favourite dish at Palm Seafood Restaurant. His secret in making this dish so popular is that he uses live Phuket lobster and chooses only the bestquality ingredients.

Method 1. Cut the lobster in half and remove any meat from the head and set aside. Cut the meat up into pieces 2. Put the butter in a pan, add the shallots and cook until softened. After that add lobster meat and the fish stock, cognac, mushrooms, tarragon leaves, the mustard powder and the whipping cream. Cook for three minutes and lastly add hollandaise sauce heated until golden brown 3. After cooking the lobster with the sauce place the lobster back into the shell and it’s ready to serve

4th Edition (2013)

by Andy Dowden & Bill O’Leary

From the Andaman Islands to Darwin... Included in this edition: an ALL-NEW expanded Indonesia chapter featuring stunning Raja Ampat – plus notes on Palau and short introductions to The Philippines and Hong Kong z z z

detailed charts including GPS positions updated anchorage information regional cruising guide

an IMAGE asia publication

About Chef Nuttanun “Pui” Yatajareanrod Chef Nutthanun is a Phuket native . He has over 15 years’ experience as a chef and was with the Phuket Yacht Club in Nai Harn for over six years before he joined Twinpalms Phuket. Chef Nuttanun has had a lot of experience with Italian and western food . At Palm Seafood Restaurant, many important and popular people regularly come back to sample his dishes, insisting that he alone prepare their dishes

Palm Seafood Tel: +66 76 386621 www.facebook.com/palmseafood book@palmseafood.com

PHUKET STREET FOOD SCENE

Kanom jeen

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!

Haw mok Roti

SCENE

Satay 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.

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.

Here’s a sampling of some of our favourite cheap Phuket dishes, none of which will cost you more than 50 baht

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!

Hokkien noodles. When served in a soup, this is a refreshing dish with round noodles, thinly sliced pork, shrimp and a delicious eggnoodle 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.

There’s no shame in eating cheaply here. We’ve seen some prominent local businesspeople and politicians happily slurping up 40-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! 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 year. The festival themes may vary, but they’re always teeming with food vendors.

Hokkien fried noodles

Hokkien soup

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 early-morning beef curry roti that convinced us of something that the locals have long known: spicy breakfasts are a true delight.

And no meal is complete without a selection of sweets or snacks!

Here are some of our top choices:

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.

Kanom luk chub

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. 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.

Sakoo saimoo 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 10-20 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.

Bamboo sticky rice

Salapao (steamed Chinese buns stuffed with BBQ pork or bean), khao tum mud (banana and sticky rice wrapped in banana leaves – only 10 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.

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 this and other 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.

banana sticy rice

kanom Buang

fresh handmade spa products Don't you think it's amazing how the best things in life come in small packages? But small things don't necessarily equate to small visions. Lemongrass House in Cherngtalay has become famous, not only in Phuket, but across the world for its fresh homemade spa products. Established as far back as 1996, Lemongrass House has constantly punched above its weight, dedicating its existence to the perfection of spa products concocted from natural elements.

Our hairstylists have more than 10 years’ of experience and specialize in hair extension, cuts, style and colours for women, men, and children. At Hair Studio 9 we offer the very best colours and shades available in the industry. Our approach reflects the latest in great looks and fashion from around the world and our colour lines are manufactured by professional experts in the field such as Paul Mitchell, L’Oreal, Wella, Schwarzkopf and Kudu.

Here's what we offer • Shampoo and blow drying / hair cutting • Natural hair perm / natural hair styling • Colour: Highlighting, multi-dimensional weaves and foils, colourcorrecting, permanent and semi-permanent tinting • Natural hair extensions with 100% human remy hair which you can perm or apply colour to. They can also be matched to your hair colour with a completely natural look: available in 50cm or 60cm lengths. Hair extensions take about 90 minutes and last for six months with normal use. They can also be removed and replaced later if you wish • Permanent tattooing • Deep-conditioning treatment for both hair and scalp • Permanent waving and relaxing • Hair-cleansing support: Beautiful hair begins with clean hair and a clean scalp: Scalp therapy/hair growth support. Our hair is so fragile, yet we treat it harshly. Protect your hair with our customised More Hair! salon hydrotherapy treatments formulated to restore balance and vital elements to the hair and scalp for optimal hair growth. Our blends of powerful ingredients along with our de-chlorinated water infused with vitamin C provide treatment plans to recover and nurture you, your hair, and your scalp back to health • Hair colour support: Natural and organic hair colours which are gentler on your hair • We do special-occasion styles for weddings, black tie events, and proms

HAIR STUDIO 9 Banana Walk

Patong Hotel Beach

Rat-U-Thit Rd

Soi Bangla Patong Beach Rd

PATONG BEACH

Daily 11am – 10pm : +66 76 600108 Jungceylon 2nd Floor Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150 ejshin2000@hanmail.net www.phukethairstudio9.com www.facebook.com/Phuket Hair Studio9 Jungceylon

LEMONGRASS HOUSE

Welcome to Hair Studio 9. Our experienced staff members are committed to providing the most professional services possible. We are one of the most well-known hair salons in Phuket, bringing superior services and satisfaction to our customers.

V.I.P Soi Sansabai

Jungceylon

สาขาจังซีลอน

Their formulas are based on a deeply rooted environmental commitment and all of their ingredients are fresh and derived from safe, renewable resources. They contain no animal ingredients and have not been tested on animals. Simple but attractive packaging made from recycled or recyclable materials is used. Lemongrass House is a pioneer manufacturer and supplier of aromatherapy products to major hotel spas in Thailand and around the world. Integrity, creativity and quality has been the driving force in the development of their product line over the years leading to a superb selection of delightful and innovative products. We believe that the secret of their success lies in the quality and concentration of essential oils and the loving care with specialised hand-blending resulting in unique aromatic effects in each product. If you live locally, you can drop by the shop and chat to the inhouse experts to see and smell the products firsthand.

Head Office (Next to PTT Gas station Cherngtalay) 10/2 M.1 Srisoonthorn Rd, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket, Thailand 83110 Tel: +66 76 271233; Fax: +66 76 325502

Surin Shop (Near Surin Beach) 106/13 M.1 Srisoonthorn Rd, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket, Thailand 83110 Tel: +66 76 621661

Rawai Shop (Fisherman Way Business Garden) 5/46 M.5 Viset Rd, Rawai, Muang, Phuket, Thailand 83100 Tel: +66 093 673 4409

www.lemongrasshouse.com Email: info@lemongrasshouse.com

1 2 3 31 34 110 D4 F1 F5

They are open daily from 9am to 8pm, Lemongrass House and are located in Cherngtalay, on Srisoonthorn Road on the way to Surin Beach. If you do not live in Phuket, you can use the contact details below and make enquiries directly to the shop. Hoteliers, spa owners and anyone interested in health and beauty products will be warmly greeted.

75 C3

Patong Sai 3 Rd

SPA & BEAUTY

Hair Studio 9

Banzan Market Soi Banzan

BOBBY DUCHOWNY – LEMONGRASS HOUSE

Bobby Duchowny A leading global supplier of quality essential oils, Lemongrass House is a grass-roots labour of love built right here in Thailand by husband and wife team Bobby and Palita Duchowny. Bobby and Palita's venture began when the pair bottled and branded locally-sourced lemongrass and started selling the essential oil at Chatuchak weekend market in Bangkok. While peddling their natural mosquito repellant, Bobby and Palita perfected blends of oils and got hands-on studying the science of aromatherapy. After two years of lugging their products across the city every weekend to set up their small stall at the stifling hot and crowded market, the hard-working pair got their first big break, and they found themselves rushing to put together their first wholesale order for a major hotel chain. Word quickly spread and the orders grew, so it was soon time to set up the first store in the Lemongrass House franchise, which opened in Phuket in 1996. Nearly 20 years on, Bobby is a busy man. The 42nd Lemongrass House store has just opened in Hong Kong and three more are opening in Geneva, Muscat and Istanbul. Bobby and his team also help hotels and spas create bespoke collections with Lemongrass House products in about 400 hotels and in the top 100 spas worldwide. The Lemongrass House team's claims to fame include Time Magazine's "Best Spa Products in Asia" award; featured in The New York Times; and the flagship store voted "Best Shopping Location in Phuket" on the Condé Nast Traveller Hotlist. For a man who clearly has a lot on his plate, Bobby comes across as relaxed and carefree, with barely a furrow lining his brow. At the Bangtao store a team of about 30 staff distill, mix, bottle, package and deliver products as well as servicing customers with hundreds of products lining the shelves. Bobby spends time chatting with hoteliers and spa managers, working on creating signature scents and packaging. "Helping hoteliers develop unique scents and designs for their hotels is fun and rewarding. We design packaging in-house for our hotel customers, who typically want to create a unique scent for their hotel or spa. We work very closely to come up with distinct aromas and blends for a variety of situations," said Bobby.

The most challenging aspect of running the global operation is ensuring consistency for the brand. "Every new Lemongrass House store should have the same look as the original – a rustic-industrial arrangement of shipping containers and rugged wood. When someone invests in a franchise, it's understandable that they often have their own ideas about how their new store should look so we have to be quite vigilant about that," said Bobby. "Lemongrass oil itself is quite common in Thailand but you have to be careful you are getting the best quality. Our philosophy is to always use the highest quality premium aromatherapy grade essential oils available for all of our products" said Bobby.

7 CO-SPONSORS

TITLE SPONSOR

OFFICIAL BROADCASTER

2 0 1 5

MEDIA PARTNERS

OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS

Literally thousands of products fill the shelves at Lemongrass House in Bangtao. There is an abundance of sweet smelling flowers in Thailand that make excellent essential oils, supplied by more than 40 local producers. In the lab, bottles of pure essential oils line the shelves, ready to be blended by the in-house aromatherapists. After a brief forray, Bobby returns cradling one of the most expensive oils in stock: Siam Magnolia, which requires thee tons of flowers to make just one kilogramme of oil and costs about US$35,000 – quite symbolic of the grassroots business that simply grew and grew.

ORGANIZER

CO - ORGANIZER

SANCTIONED BY

MARKETING SUPPORT

SUPPORTING AUTHORITIES

For more information, contact Lemongrass House Tel: +66 76 271233 www.lemongrasshouse.com 25 D3

J U N E

For enquiries Tel.: 02 236 2931-2 / Email: info1@phuketmarathon.com

SAPAN HIN

Sapan Hin 68 E2

email : sales@keehin.com

www.keehin.com

Mining Monument Visitors to Phuket head straight for the beaches and who can blame them – they are among the most beautiful in the world. However, when that golden tan has been achieved and the bottle of suntan lotion is empty why not pay a visit to Saphan Hin? This is where the locals go for recreation, sports and just to enjoy the clean, fresh breezes.

Known officially as the Sapan Hin Mining Monument, it is referred to in local parlance as “Wong Wian Hoi” which translates roughly as the Circle of Shell. Here there is an old dredger-shaped monument called, the “60 Year Mine Monument”, which was built on the headland at the southern end of Phuket Road in 1969. This commemorates one Captain Edward Thomas Miles, an Australian who brought the first metal oredredger to Phuket in 1909, hence the ‘60 year’ bit. In former times Sapan Hin was regarded as the gateway of Phuket because the promontory was the chief trading port for freighters. As time went by, more land was reclaimed and developed into parks and public facilities, which now include a sports centre, large playing fields, restaurants and the Island’s boxing stadium. It is also the site of two colleges – Phuket Community College and Phuket Vocational College. Every morning many Phuket residents visit Sapan Hin for jogging or just to enjoy walking along the mangrove-lined paths. In the evenings people turn out to play tennis, basketball, volleyball, soccer, lawn bowling and takraw. Others come to picnic and enjoy snacks and drinks available from the small market. The relaxing atmosphere and cool breezes are conducive to developing acquaintanceships. The Thai secret? Smile and, chances are, someone will smile back.

sales@baansukapun.com 37

SAPAN HIN

At the south end of Sapan Hin is the Kiew Tian Shrine, which plays a significant role in the annual Phuket Vegetarian Festival, just past. This is the first shrine on the island where the ancient Chinese God, Kiu Ong Tah was worshipped. The venerable deity was said to have intervened to prevent an epidemic amongst the Chinese migrant workforce. Introduced to Phuket by a troupe of Chinese entertainers, the tradition of the Vegetarian Festival was born – a period of nine days when believers forgo eating meat, drinking alcohol, having sex and a host of other taboos. Over the years the original street procession led by a statue of the God within a yellow curtained sedan chair has grown to include a series of rituals including flesh piercing – not recommended for viewing by the squeamish.

However, one word of warning – Saphan Hin closes at 10.00pm. After this time the less desirable elements of Phuket society (every community has them) tend to gather here so it’s best to head back to your hotel before it gets too late. Over time, Sapan Hin has become an integral part of the island’s way of life and is well worth a visit. To get there just hop in a Tuk-Tuk or taxi; they all know Saphan Hin. If you are driving, head south along Phuket Road past the Phuket Immigration Office. When you reach a large roundabout which features an oddly shaped monument in its centre, you have arrived. Don’t forget to smile.

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.

The Jade Villa @ Emerald Nirvana Private Pool Villa with Panoramic Oceanfront View Price Range: From only 24 million baht.

Emerald Phuket Development Co.,Ltd. Emerald Phuket Development is a real estate development company specializing in the leisure and tourism industry.

in the design, development, ownership and management of condominiums in Phuket.

It focuses primarily on the high-end tourism and residential market, offering innovative opportunities for buyers and investors according to present market conditions.

It was consolidated by combining various existing companies in 2012 and has a series of residential condominium developments with a market value of approximately 2.8 billion baht.

Emerald is based in Phuket and has substantial experience in land development. It was founded by Sawit Ketroj and is engaged

Professionals with many years experience have been added to the team to expand towards the designing and building of hotel resorts.

They are located a few kilometres away from Patong, allowing easy and quick access to the heart of the island’s entertainment venue with its shopping venues, restaurants and electrifying nightlife.

About The Emerald Nirvana Project The Emerald Nirvana Condominium

Our degree of involvement from the development right through the day-to-day operation by our team of experienced villa management professionals and rental providers means that no-one knows their product as well as us.

Oceanfront Residence Condo | Villa | Beach Club Price Range: From only 4.7 million baht. All of our condominiums have been warmly received in design and location. We are therefore delighted to introduce the Emerald Nirvana to ‘customise’ the art of living for those who love to live naturally by the sea. The Emerald Nirvana has a splendid swimming pool, fitness centre and many other facilities. All units are with sea views and at a definitely affordable price, located within 100 metres of Kalim Beach on the Kamala-Patong road with Patong Beach just two kilometres away.

These are unique and exclusive sea view pool villas located on a slope with breathtaking views over the Andaman Sea They are perfectly in tune with the nature that surrounds them. Each villa is spacious and ingeniously designed to provide an individual and stylish character where you can enjoy spectacular sunsets without leaving your own private infinity pool. The villas are on the grounds of a luxury development of apartments, villas and five-star hotel with an impressive array of amenities as well as an exclusive Beach Club.

The Emerald Nirvana Luxe Condominium Exclusive Height of Luxurious Lifestyle & Living Price Range: From only 6.9 million baht. The latest offering from the Emerald Nirvana project in Kalim is the Emerald Nirvana Luxe Condominium settled in natural surroundings high on a hillside with spectacular panoramic views over the Andaman Sea.

Neighboring: The Jade Villas are located above the Emerald Nirvana condominium which consists of 42 low-rise units. Our architects have made sure that the villas reflect the natural and tropical environment as well as making the most of their tranquility.

Sheraton Phuket Kalim Beach Resort

The Emerald Nirvana Luxe offers fully furnished condominiums, some with direct access to multi-leveled infinity swimming pools. This is a unique location for those who appreciate an exclusive lifestyle.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts continues its expansion in Thailand with the signing of Sheraton Phuket Kalim Beach Resort: Scheduled to open in early 2018, Sheraton Phuket Kalim Beach Resort will mark the re-entry of the Sheraton Brand on Thailand’s largest island

For more information : +66 84 543 5435 +66 82 333 3416 www.emerald-phuket-development.com

75 A6

Body corporate management

Verve Villas

“Get some Verve in your life”

Fine living rarely soars to the heights you will experience in your new custom-designed villa. These spacious luxury villas will entice you with their modern architectural design, layout, and quality inclusions throughout. Built on generously proportioned land plots and aimed to take advantage of Phuket’s delightful climate, Verve Villas will allow you a sophisticated yet relaxed lifestyle that will be the envy of your friends. Grand in design, an air of exclusivity flows through this collection of eight individually designed residences.

Concept We want Verve Villas to be a unique development aimed at those with a modern taste. We have deliberately stayed away from the standard Thai-style design so common on the island and opted for a truly modern, architecturally inspired look that makes the most of Thai and Phuket lifestyle. We have also chosen not to overcrowd the development by building just eight unique units situated on massive allotments ranging from 750 to 900sqm. Each villa can also be tailored to suit buyers’ needs by adding an additional bedroom, study, or rumpus room making it a truly unique development.

Location Verve Villas are located in Layan, one of the premier real estate areas of Phuket. They’re just minutes from a stunning beach, and a beautiful golf course. Verve is also close to one of Asia’s best sporting venues, with Laguna Village, Layan, Bang Tao and Surin beaches only a short drive away. In fact some of the most popular restaurants on the island are only minutes from Verve.

Price Range: from 24.9 – 27.9 million baht Services At Verve we want to make it easy for you and your guests to enjoy your stay and not to have to worry about life’s chores that sometimes get in the way. We offer a full range of services aimed at making your stay relaxing and stress free.

All common garden areas will be managed by a professional team. The services they provide include: • • • • • • • • • •

Garbage removal and pest control Gardening and irrigation of all common areas Power supply for all common areas and street lighting Secure gated access Booking and reservations Guest screening Housekeeping Payment processing Linen service Weekly pool cleaning and maintenance

Security At Verve we ensure your villa is protected to give you peace of mind when you are here or away from Phuket. We have incorporated a state-of-the-art security system which features an automatic security gate, security cameras for each villa as well in common areas in the residential community.

Rental Management We also cater for buyers who want to make the most from their investment by tapping into the lucrative Phuket holiday letting market. Villas of this quality can fetch upwards of US$600 a night and with the right management owners can be sure of returns when they aren’t enjoying the villa themselves, knowing their investment is being managed by a professional team.

Finish ‘Quality, style and luxury’ is our motto at Verve and this is reflected in the choice of materials we have used throughout. From sensual stonework, rich-tone Asiatic hardwoods, granite bench tops and expansive glass surrounds, Verve will impress from the moment you walk through the front gates. Our quality kitchen and bathroom fittings are a key feature as is the sloping roof design with hardwood ceiling and windows that afford an abundance of natural light. We have chosen the best quality materials on offer to ensure that your villa is as good in 10 years as the day you move in, ensuring that you won’t be disappointed with your investment

For more information PROSPEROUS DEVELOPER Co.,Ltd 123/18 Moo 9, Thepkrasatri Rd., Thalang, Phuket 83110 sale@vervevillasphuket.com : +66 95 417 7667 (Eng) tony@vervevillasphuket.com : +66 88 179 6421 (Eng) wuth@vervevillasphuket.com : +66 81 708 2342 (Thai/Eng) www.vervevillasphuket.com www.facebook.com/vervevillas.phuket

21 B4

(Advertorial)

Location A place designed for utmost relaxation in nature and the benefits of accessibility. Concept Seven Seas Phuket is a perfect combination of modern lifestyle and architectural design with a strong focus on buyers’ needs and desires. This luxurious development in an ideal location affords you ultimate relaxation and peace of mind. It is surrounded by breathtaking natural environment and is well connected to all required amenities like supermarkets, schools, transport systems and hospitals. The interiors are carefully designed to create living spaces that are both comfortable as well as aesthetically pleasing. Outside your home you will have the pleasure of enjoying numerous facilities, ranging from a 3,000sqm pool to a business centre fitted out for your convenience. Inspired by the distinctive nature and beauty of various destinations around the world, we have created seven famous ‘islands’ within the project, including: Jeju, Capri, Koh Tao and Naxos so you can chill out in a clubhouse in Bali, sunbathe in the Bahamas or even delve into the mysterious charm of the Moai statues of Easter Island. There are caves, waterfalls, lakes, water slides, spa pools, Jacuzzis and more to please all age groups. Seven Seas Condo Resort brings you an unmatched holiday experience, fulfilling your every holiday desire and making it a truly limitless vacation destination. Price Range: Starts 1.5 million baht Features: Four buildings eight storeys with 975 units Total Land Area: 12--32 Rai Construction Period: Start Q1/2016

Finish Q1/2018

Facilities • Large tropical-style gardens • Five-star hotel-style lobby • Fitness room • Games room • Swimming pools • Children’s pools • Separate male and female saunas

• Outdoor Jacuzzis • Parking • Key card room entrance system • 24-hour security • CCTV • ‘Seven Islands’ concept

When considering the purchase of property anywhere in the world, location is always the most important factor for capital appreciation and rental return. Plunge Rise Villas fills this need where the blend of refreshing nature and warm design with mountain views is perfect. Located just five minutes from Phuket’s most beautiful white sandbeach, Nai Harn, Plunge Rise Villas is in the heart of Phuket’s favourite expat area where everything is so conveniently near. There are many 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 crowded tourist areas, but still have all the conveniences of a holiday destination at a fraction of the cost, Plunge Rise Villas at Nai Harn Beach is the place for you.

Design your own villas

Location Seven Seas is a luxurious development in Phuket town, surrounded by breathtaking natural environment. It is well connected to all required amenities such as supermarkets, schools, department stores and hospitals.

Plunge Rise Villas is the place 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 a relaxing Jacuzzi and a romantic waterfall. We offer two-bedroom villas plus a wheelchair plan. We also offer the choices of extra designs to make your villa unique. Each villa offers 230sqm -250sqm with teak vaulted ceilings, solid wood floors, private attached carports, built-in wardrobes, walkin closets and wide opening doors that lend each villa a feeling of grand open spaces, yet at a price far below the current market value. Plunge Rise Villas satisfy the high demand for a reasonably priced villa with exceptional quality.

Investment Combining this prime location with value pricing and exceptional construction quality guarantees you long-term capital appreciation and high rental returns. For investors, holiday home buyers, or longstay residents, we offer a complete range of property management and rental options to suit everyone’s needs.

Dare to Compare Going…. Going…. Gone! With prices starting at 8.6 million baht, we dare you to compare our Quality, Location and Investment Value. Come and see our project or contact us now to take advantage of our introductory pricing.

EDITOR, I DON’T BELIEVE WE NEED TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: UP TO YOU! Developer Universal & Porchland Phuket Co., Ltd, Capital register 50,000,000 baht registered office located at Chonburi.

Contacts Hong Yok Utid Talad Yai Rd., Muang Phuket : +66 83 740 7774-5 (Thai), +66 83 740 7776 (Russia) www.sevenseasphuket.com info@sevenseasphuket.com

68 G6

For more information : +66 94 583 9277 (Eng), +66 83 555 8724 (Thai) Service@plungetropicvillas.com info@plungetropicvillas.com www.theplungevillas.com

123 A1

Layan Loft PROPERTY CHOICE

PROPERTY CHOICE

Villa Island Plantation

Location: Villa Island Plantation tropical homes are located in a quiet area in a beautiful spot off Soi Huay Nam Toh in Rawai, surrounded by a mature rubber plantation. Price Range: From 8.5-9.4 million baht Concept: Each home is designed to embrace nature, calm and

tranquillity with magnificent views. An infinity swimming pool connects the villa’s pavilions. Owners can enjoy their garden which showcases exotic plants and foliage that can be enjoyed all year round. Villa Island Plantation is the ideal location for those who enjoy cycling, walking, fine dining and proximity to one of Phuket island’s most beautiful beaches.

Specification: The two-bedroom villas are constructed with an

indoor area of 111sqm and outdoor area of 84sqm. The grounds include a swimming pool, terrace, car park and spacious garden while the Master Bedroom floor is finished with tabak wood and the hallways, living and dining and guest bedroom are finished with high-quality ceramic tiles. Owners may choose the colour of the pool tiling. Furniture packages and upgrades are available upon request.

Space: Just under 10 minutes from Nai Harn Beach, Villa Island

Plantation is in a popular expat area where everything is so conveniently situated close to restaurants, grocery stores, post office, doctors and dentists with schools and hospitals and major shopping centres within easy reach.

Ownership: You may own the villa freehold (in your own name)

together with a 90-year lease contract for the land (a 30-year lease with two prepaid 30-year renewals). The land lease will contain a purchase option that can be exercised in the event of foreign ownership law changes or if you sell the property to a Thai individual. In this way you will have effective ownership, yet still remain within the laws of Thailand.

Location: Situated in prestigious Layan, Layan Loft soars above the Laguna landscape and enjoys magnificent views of the lagoons and Laguna golf course from its studios, one- and two-bedroom units, and penthouses. Launched in 2014 and scheduled for completion in the second quarter of 2017, Layan Loft is set to revolutionize the Phuket condominium market with its resort-style apartments offered at affordable prices.

Management: Common Area Management provides you with

Price Range: From 1.79 million THB (43k EUR).

the following services: night security guard service, 24-hr CCTV video surveillance, road / landscaping / gardening of common area maintenance. Property Management Service is available which includes pool cleaning and garden care twice a week. We also provide a maintenance service plus weekly inspections of the interior of your villa when you are away. There is also a twice-weekly maid service. For an additional cost, we can also provide daily maid services, personal laundry cleaning services and daily dishwashing. This is ideal for owners who would rather just relax in their villa and not worry about daily chores. A Villa Rental Management service is available as an excellent way to cover the cost of the property when you are not using it.

Contacts Villa Island Plantation by Wason Villa sales@villaislandplantation.com www.villaislandplantation.com : +66 82 413 6610

119 C3

Space: Situated on three rai of land, individual units range up to

81.6sqm with a possibility of combining two units to create even more living space.

Specification: Layan Loft will offer exclusive services and facilities including a restaurant with several gastronomic options, a fully equipped fitness centre, spa, an outdoor swimming pool and a children’s pool.

Rental Pool Program: In our rental pool, the owners share all of the rental income. This pan protects each owner because if their unit is not rented for any reason, they get a share of the rent of all the other units. While they will not receive as much rent, it is better than zero income from a vacancy. The management company and owners have no maintenance costs and marketing fees to sustain. Our rental pool allows owners to use their units two months a year in the low and high season and whenever the property is available.

About the Developer: Italian development company with a sixyear history on the island. One of their earliest developments-Villa Suksan in the Rawai-Nai Harn area-has not only gained a trustworthy reputation thanks to its contemporary design and high-quality materials, but is also still bringing in high rental returns to the owners.

Additional facilities at Layan Loft will include high-speed internet access in all rooms, a swimming pool area and lobby, and a shuttle service to Layan Beach and Layan Village.

Management: Jones Lang Lasalle-voted best commercial agent and best management company in Thailand 2011, 2012, and 2013 – was appointed as the property management company for Layan Loft.

Contacts Layan Loft Sales Office 20/84 Moo 4 Viset Rd., Soi King Suksan 4 Rawai Sub District, Muang District Phuket 83130 Thailand : +66 83 388 9339, +66 86 004 3008 sales@villasuksan.com www.layanloft.com

20 G5

88 Land & Houses Koh Kaew Phuket PROPERTY CHOICE

PROPERTY CHOICE

Anchan Villas

Location: The Anchan Villas are located just five minutes away

from Layan's white sandy beach. The site was chosen with care to ensure residents enjoy the peace and tranquility of a secluded neighbourhood with the convenience and prestige of residing in one of Phuket 's upcoming residential areas, where everything needed for comfortable living is nearby.

Price range: From THB 31.5 million with flexible payment plan. About Developer: Anchan Villas is developed by Pearl Island

Property Co., Ltd. Since it was established on Phuket in 2007, Pearl Island has earned a solid reputation as a professional design and property development firm delivering the highest quality products, situated in the most sought-after locations, and built to the highest international standards. As testament to the calibre of the project, Anchan Villas was awarded "Highly Commended" and "Winner" in the Best Phuket Villa Development category in the prestigious Thailand Property Awards 2009 , 2012 and again in 2013.

Space: Anchan Villas are designed to be spacious and d airy wit with h an

attractive and practical layout. The built-up areas start ffrom 600 to 840sqm. and rest on plot sizes from 800-1,500sqm. Each villa features a large private swimming pool with a spacious terrace that connects to the master bedroom and main living room, combining your indoor and outdoor activities and contributing a comfortable and convenient tropical lifestyle.

Management: The Anchan Villas community is managed by an experienced residential management company. Management services extended to residents include legal assistance, ensuring a smooth transaction in purchasing and moving into a villa. Villa rental management is also offered to home owners who want a return on their investment by renting out their home while they are away.

Price Range: Prices start from an affordable 6.3 million baht. Concept: "Tropical serenity" is the theme of 88 Land and Houses

Koh Kaew Phuket; the houses are meant to exude a sense of relaxation as if you were staying in a resort every day. Branding the project “88”, all houses, will have a number beginning with “88”. 88 Land & Houses Koh Kaew Phuket strives to provide a single house that feels a new Aesthetic of Modern Living, wherein you can relax away from the hustle and bustle and get in tune with tranquil surroundings. We try our best to make sure that once you step into the house, you will feel as if you are walking into a garden in a mini forest.

Concept: These contemporary modern style villas are an ideal

investment as a holiday home in the tropics or a permanent residence offering the peace and tranquility of a secluded location, yet just a short distance from a pristine coastline with all modern amenities nearby.

Coming into 88 Land & Houses Koh Kaew Phuket should instantly give the feeling of escape from the chaos outside after a long day at work. Providing a peaceful escape that is luxurious and convenient is our main goal. This project is available for 140 families only on a total area of 53-2-16 rai.

Contacts Pearl Island Property Co., Ltd. Khun Joop Saetiw, Sales Director : +66 81 797 0552 38/2 Moo 6, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 76 305500 : +66 76 305499 info@anchanvillas.com www.anchanvillas.com

Location: 88 Land & Houses, Koh Kaew, Phuket. The Main entrance is on Thepkrasatri Road (before the Isuzu Showroom) and there are other on Soi Haan Farang and by the British School. The location is truly central, with convenient access to many destinations: just 15 minutes from Phuket City or major department stores (such as Central Festival, Tesco Lotus, Big C, Index Living Mall), universities and hospitals. It is also within 30 minutes of, and on a direct route to, Phuket International Airport making for easy commuting.

21 A5

Space: Provided for all residents in the estate are various facilities,

namely a park, featuring a children's playground, an exclusive 2-storey clubhouse with a swimming pool and fitness centre. In terms of security, we keep the estate safe 24 hours with a key card access and CCTV system.

Specification: There are five modern, large and contemporary designs to suit all tastes: Grandeo, Amplio, Acacia, Idealist and Iconic. The living space is between 136-239 sq.m. Options are three or four bedrooms with a spacious multi-purpose room on the ground floor and double parking lots. The plot areas start from 53 sq.wah (1sq. wah = 4 sq.m.) Every house is constructed, under the theme of ‘Baan Sabai’ (comfy house), of Q-con light-weight concrete panels, solar reflective tinted glass windows to lower temperature in the house, bathrooms where the wet and dry areas are clearly separated, remote control integrated shower toilet, separate cold and room temperature pantry rooms, air-con in every bedroom, water treatment, water pump and water tank underground − and a finished garden.

About the Developer: Land & Houses is the 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, guaranteed by the trusted brand award that Land and Houses has won seven consecutive years, through votes by Reader’s Digest readers.

Contacts “88 Land & Houses Koh Kaew Phuket” Sales Office 88/11 Thepkrasatri Road (near Isuzu Showroom), Koh Kaew, Muang, Phuket 83000 : +66 76 615188, +66 76 615180 : +66 76 615180 46 G1 info@lhphuket.com www.lhphuket.com

Coco Group ro SH OW

UN IT

AV AI LA B

PROPERTY CHOICE

Karon Butterfly

COCO KAMALA

Location: Karon Butterfly Condominium is located in the hills

surrounding Karon, only 400 metres from the beach and shopping areas. You can reach restaurants, entertainment centres and the beautiful beaches of Patong, Kata and Kata Noi within minutes. There are also three golf courses within a short driving distance.

Price Range: The company offers a variety of apartment sizes and prices: • Units Building F sold out • Units Building G only one unit • Units Building E starting from 4 million baht • Units Building CD starting from 5.7 million baht • Units Building B starting from 6 million baht • Units Building A starting from 4,7 million baht

Concept: Karon Butterfly Condominium combines Italian and Thai designs, creating a modern style that reflects the best of the two cultures.

Specification: Building F with nine apartments from two bedrooms, two bathrooms and living room on the ground floor all with exclusive gardens and portico - arcade, the first and second floor units all have a balcony with sea views (sold). Building G with seven apartments from one and two bedrooms. Now available; one unit on the ground floor with exclusive garden and portico – arcade price starting from 4.9 million baht Building E is composed of different types of apartments and is called the ‘Flower Unit’. They are apartments on three levels from 35 to 64sqm and consist of a kitchen corner with one bedroom (some units in open plan) with balcony. Behind the bedroom is located a bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink. The Flower Unit has sea views

or garden views. Prices start from four million baht. Now available only six units

lifestyle developments from The Coco Group on Phuket’s west coast, and scenic east coast respectively, providing luxury high quality tropical residences at affordable prices

Building CD all units with sea views on three levels from 46sqm to 119sqm, some units with one bedroom, some with two bedrooms. The building is equipped with a lift. Available eight units The last phase of the project under construction consists of Buildings A and B and are composed of different types of apartments on three levels with sea views and pool views. Both buildings are equipped with a lift.

Facilities: 300sqm swimming pool with 110sqm Jacuzzi (In total 410sqm pool) restaurant, fitness. About The Designers: The Italian Studio of Architecture STARG

(Studio Tecnico Associ ato Architetti Rubelli e Gussago) (info@starg.it) has worked together with Thai Architects SRYT IKON STUDIO (sryt@ windowslive.com) in the project’s design and construction. See www.starg.it for details of other projects undertaken. The construction company together with its professional team, is well experienced in the construction and renovation of luxury project villas, residential luxury villas, complex apartments, and commercial/office buildings. With the ethics of engineering professionals, they are committed to offer professional service to our clients. SAFETY is our prime principle together with client SATISFACTION.

Contacts SUER Real Estate Co., Ltd Patak Rd., Karon, Muang, Phuket : +66 81 892 0247 Tan +66 81 893 6755 sales@karonbutterfly.com Gianluca +66 81 270 0912 margianlu@hotmail.it info@karonbutterfly.com www.karonbutterfly.com

Concept: Coco Kamala and Coco Chalong are the latest luxurious

These exclusive, low-density private tropical estates – consisting of just 20 pool villas in Kamala and 80 pool villas in Chalong – are constructed in a contemporary tropical style, with accents and hints of the local culture woven into the architectural details. We call this “natural opulence”; a feeling derived from the high ceilings and full length doors creating natural light and ventilation, constructed to a practical design, whilst retaining key aesthetic form – and all within a short distance of stunning tropical beaches.

Price Range: Prices start from 5.9 million baht to 18 million baht. About the Developer: Our development company Con-F is managed and operated by some of the most experienced architects, engineers and construction teams in the region. We are able to ensure the highest quality, flexibility and tight cost control because our dynamic and innovative group provides the majority of technical services in-house. To date we have an extensive portfolio of over 30 completed projects spanning the last 10 years. Our philosophy is to develop exciting, high quality lifestyle property and related services to ensure stress-free investment opportunities for our buyers and owners.

99 C6

COCO CHALONG

Protecting and managing your Investment: We pride ourselves on being able to provide valuable after-sales services and, to this end, we have created a range of services to help you manage and protect your investment. We offer a more maintenance-orientated service, Villa Management, designed to keep your vacation home in optimum condition for you and your guests. We also offer a rental programme in two categories: holiday rentals or long-term rentals, to maximize the financial return on your investment.

Location: Coco Kamala is on the cosmopolitan and exclusive west coast of Phuket, just 30 minutes from Phuket International airport. Kamala offers a central location with easy access to beaches, shopping, golf and water sports. The exclusive west coast beaches are minutes away and the Party City of Patong is just 15 minutes drive south along the coast. Coco Chalong is located a short distance from scenic Chalong bay, famed for its yachting and seafood restaurants and the gateway to stunning Phang Na Bay. It is within easy reach of Phuket town and a short distance from the famous Prom Thep Cape and swimming beach at Nai Harn. COCO KAMALA

Contacts Coco Kamala 8/62 Moo 3, T. Cherng Talay, A. Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 76 324293, : +66 81 958 6996 Coco Chalong Moo 3, Soi palai, T. Chalong, A. Mueang, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 384245, : +66 91 229 4070 sales@cocovilla.net www.cocovilla.net

120 40 G6 G4

Harvest Property

Resort Style Condos

From 1.79m

Surin Beach Condos

Karon Sea View Condo

THB 8.5m

HARVEST-PROPERTY.COM

Great Value Villa

THB 5.9m

Sea View 1 Bed Condo

VILLA

Sa le

CONDO

Fo r

Fo r From 2.5m

VILLA

PROPERTY

119 B6

Sa le

CONDO

Sa le

CONDO

Fo r

Sa le

CONDO

: +66 76 388801 : +66 93 636 8454, +66 85 700 0028 patrice@harvest-property.com www.harvest-property.com

THB 6.5m

NZO Villas

from THB 8.9m

LAND

CONDO

VILLA

CONDO

Sa Fo r

Sa 3 Bedroom Seaview Condo

COCONUT ISLAND: Stylish 1 bedroom pool villa with 2 salas, outdoor bar and barbecue area. It's part of a boutique beach resort on Coconut Island, just 100 meters from Phuket. 24 hours speed boat shuttle. Rental program available.

COCONUT ISLAND: A 340 sqm. Landplot is available at a beach resort on coconut island, just 2 minutes by longtail boat from Phuket. Build one large or 2 smaller villas. Perfect holiday home or weekend getaway. Enjoy true Island lifestyle!

CAPE PANWA: Only 7m THB for this 170 sqm. 3 bedroom 3 bathroom condo with beautiful ocean views looking towards Ko Phi Phi.This unique corner unit is fully furnished and in very good condition. Priced for quick sale.Foreign Freehold!

CHALONG: This modern 4 bedroom villa is Ideal for family living , located in the tranquil and breathtaking scenery of one of Phuket's most stunning natural environments, situated not far from the infamous Big Buddah.

LAYAN: This 3 Bedroom Villa occupies a peaceful and natural location with stunning views over the ocean. Thai roofs and the extensive use of white stone, natural wood and black granite, which adds a contemporary feel.

NAI HARN: These Condos are in a modern and unique 7-story development located right in the heart of Nai Harn. There is a wide selection of these one and two bedroom condominiums available with unit sizes starting from 35 - 71 sqm.

CONDO

VILLA

CONDO

VILLA

CONDO

POA

from THB 2.3m

Condos

nt a

ls nt a

THB 53m

Short and Long Term Rent

POA

RAWAI / NAI HARN: This newly built 2 bedroom modern villa is perfectly situated in Rawai/Nai Harn for rental - Although in a quiet area, it is close to restaurants, shops beaches and nightlife. It's a must see!

CONDO

VILLA

KATA: Located on the northern end of Kata Beach, southern part of Karon Beach, this luxurious large 2-bedroom condo is now available as a short-term holiday rental, or long-term rental in Phuket. Close to both beaches!

Short and Long Term Rent

POA

KATA / KARON: This modern and spacious apartment has been built to European standards and sits upon a hillside in the middle of Kata, offering stunning sea views of Kata Bay, with the beach itself only 5 mins away. No expense spared!

Fo r

Sa Fo r

nt a

BOAT LAGOON MARINA: Very spacious and modern Villa with private pool available for long term rental. 4/5 bed and bathrooms, roof terrace, exclusive furniture,luxury kitchen,waterfront terrace, 450 sqm. living space. Beautiful

Short and Long Term Rent

3 Bed Sea View Villa

VILLA

THB 95,000

Fo rS

CONDO

KO KEAW: This modern luxury 6 bedroom villa is built on a 1000 sqm. plot with a private garden and a 20 x 5 meter swimming pool. Only 5 minutes to BIS (International School), Boat Lagoon and RPM, Outdoor lounge, large garage, own well.

LAYAN: Large and Luxury Ocean View Apartments near Layan Beach. 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms sized 200 to 300 sqm. with private 11m. pools on the terraces. High quality finishings and stunning design with a lot of privacy. Very desireable !

4 bedroom Villa for rent

THB 8.9m

Re THB 27.5m

4 Bed Det. Villa Only

Modern Villa near BIS

THB 7m

from THB 19m

nt a

Sa Fo r

le Sa Fo r Luxury Apartments

Landplot at Beachresort From THB 1.5m

Fo r

THB 8.9m

Fo r

VILLA

KATA: Beautiful sea view one bedroom Apartment is situated on peaceful hillside of Kata beach. The unit has a tastefully decorated bedroom, en-suite bathroom, total of 93 sqm living space, with fully equipped western kitchen.

CHALONG: This Freehold modern villa comprises of 2 generous bedrooms, 1 ensuite and 1 extra bathroom, large lounge, open plan western kitchen with gas hob and granite surfaces. A private driveway for parking, terrace and garden.

KARON: Luxury Ocean View Condo at the popular Karon Hills development. 1 bedroom, ensuite bathroom, walk in closet. Direct Sea Views overlooking Karon Beach. Only 5 minutes walking to the beach. 105 sqm. Foreign Freehold !

SURIN: Luxury Condominium project located between Surin and Bangtao Beaches. Rooftop swimming pool, walking distance to the beach, fully furnished, rental management. 7% rental guarantee for 3 years. Sea view units.Great location !

LAGUNA: Modern Condo development in the Laguna area, close to the beach. Magnificent views to Lagoon and Golf course. Full facilities, shuttle service to the beach. Rental program available. Luxury condos at affordable prices.

NAI HARN: If you always wanted to own your dream property in Phuket NZO Villas makes this dream a reality... Quality Villas in a quiet, secluded location only 500 meters from Rawai Beachfront and minutes from Nai Harn Beach.

Pool Villa at Beachresort

REAL ESTATE

century21@smartproperty.net www.smartproperty.net

Smart Property

Fo r

48 B2

Fo r

: +66 86 747 9292, +66 81 970 5204

Sa le

Century21 Smartproperty

PROPERTY HARVEST-PROPERTY.COM

RPM Marina Rental

THB 85,000

Royal Phuket Marina: A 2 bedroom penthouse in the Royal Phuket Marina is available for long term rental. It is in very good condition with exclusive furniture. Rooftop plunge pool, underground parking. Membership in the health club is included !

Luxury Seaview Villa

35m THB

YAMU: Very exclusive 5 bedroom villa,built to german quality standards. Stunning ocean views from every room. 2 swimming pools, maids quarter, laundry room, several parking spaces, high ceilings, folding doors, 2 pool decks.

Sell or Rent Your Property ?

Luxury Penthouse

THB 39.8m

If you would like to sell or rent your property then we probably offer the best choice. With over 8,000 connected offices worldwide, we can help you to achieve your goal. To learn more please call or email us.

KATA / KARON: This Luxury Penthouse located in-between Kata and Karon Beach, Phuket, truly offers a entertainers dream, breath taking 200 degree panoramic sea views and sunsets. With a full size pool table, bar and infinity pool.

4 Bed Pool Villa

THB 10.9m

NAI HARN: This property is priced to sell quickly, as it resides only 2 minutes from the glorious Nai Harn Beach A very much sought after area to live! It is where many expats prefer to settle and make a home.

Sell or Rent Your Property ? With 3 different branches on the island, Cherngtalay, Rawai and Naiharn. Harvest Property covers all aspects, Sales, Rentals and Property Management. Do not hesitate to contact us, by phone or email for further details. WE SPEAK FRENCH.

Tropical Phuket Real Estate Expert

Luxury villa in Bangtao

VILLA

THB 32m

Modern villas in Chalong

CONDO

THB 6.5m

Sea View Luxury Condo

THB 13.6m

CONDO

VILLA

CONDO

Sa Fo r

KALIM: The condominium has been warmly accepted in design and location; we therefore are delighted to establish to customize the art of living for those who love to live naturally by the sea. Condominium comes with splendid swimming pool, fitness centre and many other facilities.

KAMALA: This exclusive, low-density private tropical estate consists of just 20 pool villas in a modern tropical contemporary style, with accents and hints of the local culture woven into the architectural details.

KAMALA: A boutique residence in Kamala, situated at the deep of Kamala city’s hillside; trees of hundreds years surround the whole project, the architectural design of each part in this project is integrated with the nature, like an emerald falls into the jungle.

VILLA

CONDO

VILLA

TAKE A DEEP BREATH

Fo r

le Sa Fo r

Modern 3 bed villas

Reside in the forest , Kamala THB 3.7m

THB 12.9m

Fo r

THB 4.6m

KATA: This residence is located at 800 meters from Kata Beach.The architecture is modern with high end finishes and every detail has been carefully thought.All facilities are provided, restaurant, swimming pool with jacuzzi, pool bar, fitness center,SPA.

CHALONG: The ideal place for those seeking a charming and comfortable environment away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday crowds in Phuket.Each of the pool villas will delight you with the excellence of design.

BANGTAO: Stylish four bedroom villas, each of them featuring with a private swimming pool and lush, manicured garden. The residences high-end fittings and furnishings were handpicked with comfort, convenience and total tropical luxury in mind.

Sea View Condo in Kalim

Luxury Condominium I Kata I Phuket

Fo r

Sa le

120 G1

Fo r

Sa le

VILLA

Fo r

REAL ESTATE

: +66 92 026 5560, +66 95 037 4414, +66 92 026 5560 info@agtropical.com www.agtropical.com

Prime location I panoramic sea view I private pools I luxurious two-, three- and four-bedroom suites Luxury sea view villa

THB 45m

PATONG: It is a luxury collection of apartments, located on the hillside overlooking Patong bay.it will be operate as a resort; restaurant, spa, gym, shops designed for guests.Unique offer of 7% rental guaranteed for 15 years!!

RAWAI: Villas in prime location, 300 meters from Rawai seafront, all facilities provided which restaurant, spa, kids park, fully furnished and 6% rental guaranteed available till 7 years!

CONDO

VILLA

Sa Fo r

Fo r

SURIN: The project is located at Surin Beach and just only 650 m. from Bangtao Beach. Lobby looks luxurious in hotel style and accommodates your everyday holiday with 3 different styles of swimming pool.

al Fo rS

THB 2.5m

LAYAN: The Luxury villas are an exclusive gated community of elegant villas with gorgeous west coast sunsets of the Andaman Sea.Talk to our resident architects about assisting you in creating your own residence as per your exact standards.

Villas in great location Rawai THB 9m

THB 3.9m

Sea View condo in Surin

Great investment

Location

The View is conveniently located overlooking the beaches of Kata, Kata Noi and Karon on the prestigious western sunset-soaked coastline of Phuket, only about 800m away from Kata Beach, home to high-quality restaurants, coffee shops, spas and banks. The area has a pace of life generally considered to be quiet and relaxed and for those searching for livelier nightlife or shopping, it’s good to know that Patong is just a 12-minute drive north and is buzzing most days (and nights) of the year. Chalong Pier, the departure point for Phuket’s many nearby islands, is a five-minute drive away.

Concept & architectural style

THB 4.4m

Beachfront villas in Rawai THB 21.5m

The View’s low-density, low-rise architectural style is in a modern tropical contemporary design with a strong and deliberate emphasis employed to maximize the views, whilst at the same time protecting personal privacy. Careful selection of appropriate materials has helped ensure the practicality and durability of the construction without compromising the aesthetical or functional delivery of the units.

PATONG: The condominium is located on one of the most popular beaches, Patong. Just a five minute walk to the beach and ten minute walk to Jungceylon Mall and Bangla Road.The project is ideal both as investment, and for a personal residence.

RAWAI: This exclusive complex of villas designed for those who want to live near the sea, enjoying the comfort and privacy. Each villa has a private pool. For residents of the project free of charge high-speed boat that takes you to the nearby islands.

Each block is bright white, allowing excellent natural light, due to the generously proportioned windows and doors, while the cleverly arranged tiers of units and blocks represent the graceful curve of a wave and its continual movement. Facilities include a wellness centre with spa, a fitness gym and sauna, as well as a restaurant and two swimming pools

Luxury condo

Options

We offer a wide range of high-quality sea view choices, ranging in size from our generous one-bedroom units at 116sqm to our opulent 674sqm six-bedroom penthouse. Our highly competitive pricing for these condominium units provides you with a chance to invest in high-quality real estate and to secure value for money in Phuket. The units are designed to achieve both significant rental returns and capital growth.

Strength-based development team

Our team is a strength-based structure with each member regarded as a top-tier specialist within their respective functions. DCM, our contractors, has successfully completed a number of highquality developments that are regularly used as the benchmark of development quality in both Phuket and all around Thailand. Carefully selected consultants, each with key local and international technical knowledge, augment the core team to ensure an excellent finished product. Contacts 29/17-18 Moo 5, Rawai : +66 81 666 6622, +66 86 943 9996 : +66 76 381488 sale@theviewphuket.com www.theviewphuket.com

matters

HUGHESKRUPICA CONSULTING

(Advertorial) Now that you are aware of the mistake, the issue is how to resolve the defect with your property. In order to access your property and to get to the public road, you are entitled to traverse across neighbouring property but you must be careful not to trespass, not to damage another person’s property and not to disturb them. This will not make the issue convenient for you.

Everybody loves good neighbours

Under Section 1349 of the CCC “If a piece of land is so surrounded by other pieces of land that it has no access to the public ways, the owner may pass over the surrounding land to reach a public way.

grew up as a teenager watching an Australian TV show featuring Kylie Minogue – Neighbours. It was a massively popular soap in the UK and simply dramatised very effectively the relationships between neighbours in a fictional suburb of Melbourne.

The same applies, if passage can only be had over a pond, marsh, or sea, or if there is a steep slope with a considerable difference of level between the land and the public way. The place and the manner of the passage must be chosen as to meet the needs of the person entitled to passage and at the same time to cause as little damage as possible to the surrounding land. The person entitled to passage may, if necessary, construct a road for passage.

When I was a trainee lawyer in the UK, I remember one visit to the law library of a very large law firm in which I was asked to research ‘neighbour disputes’. Amazingly for me, there was an entire section of that library devoted to a seemingly never-ending supply of disputes between neighbours.

The person entitled to passage must pay compensation for any damage suffered by the land owner on account of the passage being established. Such compensation, except for damages arising from the construction of a road, may be made by annual payments”

Since then, looking at the world and global peace issues, it is apparent that neighbouring countries, north-south divides within countries, islands located in between Japan, Vietnam, China and the Philippines, temples considered by countries to belong to them and not the other neighbouring country all signify that neighbourly disputes are an issue in almost every aspect of many people’s lives. In Phuket, neighbour disputes also pop up regularly. Some are created at the fault of one neighbour, some by multiple parties and some by developers who become neighbours to the buyers of real estate from them. There are cultural issues when families of different nationalities, religions and income brackets live next to each other or in the same estate. Here are some common questions that pop up regarding neighbours, disputes and rights in Phuket to provide readers with a clue as to methods to avoid or deal with neighbour issues: My neighbour has grown a fruit tree, which now hangs over the wall between our gardens. I don’t actually like eating the fruit, but my wife told me we could take some and sell it out of the back of a pick-up truck. Can we take the fruit hanging over the wall? Not necessarily. You can cut overhanging branches, and you can collect fruit which falls onto your land. However, you can’t simply remove the fruit. Foreigners should be careful that, if they are leasing land (they naturally can’t own land), that they cannot exercise the same rights as their landlord might be able to. Under Section 1347 of the Civil and Commercial Code (“CCC”): “The owner of a piece of land may cut off and keep roots of a tree or bush which have penetrated from the adjoining piece of land. He may also cut off and keep overhanging branches after giving the possessor of the adjoining piece of land reasonable notice to remove them, such notice not having been complied with.” And further under Section 1348. “Fruits falling naturally upon adjoining land are presumed to be fruits of such land.” We built a lovely modern European style house on a piece of land in a jungle area at the base of a mountain in Phuket five years ago. At the time, nobody lived on the bare land next to the property. However, a whole community has formed in recent years comprising tin-roofed temporary buildings, temporary electricity wires, a chicken and rooster enclosure, a carp lake which becomes mosquito-infested during wet season and what seems to be an informal karaoke bar. Our immediate neighbours built their roof at such a height and at such an angle that during the wet season the rain simply pours onto our expensive Japanese grass lawn and floods our garden. Is this legal? No. Under the CCC Section 1341 “The owner of an immovable property must not construct roofs or other structures which cause rain water to fall upon the adjoining property.”

By Desmond Hughes, Senior Partner, Hughes Krupica

Please note however, that if you sue under this section or similar provisions of law, go through the Court of First Instance decision, pay the legal fees and expenses of trial, you may then have to face an appeal and further appeal against any decisions such that the costs of suing may far exceed the damages you suffer from the raindrops affecting your expensive Japanese grass lawn. You might be better off buying your neighbour some guttering and a present to keep the peace. My wife bought some bare land next to the land plot on which our house is built. We didn’t erect a wall around the land as it is pretty clear from the natural boundaries of the land where the land begins and ends, as the land is also next to a public road. We went on holiday to Europe for four months during the wet season and, when we came back, there was a wooden hut dwelling on the bare land. We didn’t give permission for it to be there. Are we entitled to insist on the building being removed? There are young children in the building.

Hughes Krupica is a law firm which specialises in Real Estate; Construction; Hospitality; Corporate; Dispute Resolution; and Litigation, operating in Bangkok and Phuket, servicing clients in relation to their business activities in Thailand and in other regions of Asia. www.hugheskrupica.com

2 storey detached house in Chalong

FOR SALE

5. 2M ill ion

Ba ht Specification: 3 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Family Home Spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area In mature development with large swimming pool Secure location in quiet Soi, with CCTV & electric gate

You must be mindful not to take any action which could cause harm to others. If the property is always inhabited, then you unfortunately will have to sue to enforce your rights in relation to the land. Under Section 1311 CCC “If a person has, in bad faith, constructed a building upon another person's land, he must return the land after having put it in its former condition, unless the owner of the land chooses to have it returned in its present condition, in which case the owner of the land must pay at his option the price of the building or a sum representing the increased value of the land.”

Large Patios on Ground & First Floor Large tiled covered areas outside and shade awning Solid Construction in excellent condition Mains water, Electricity, Phone, Cable TV & ADSL Full Chanote Title

I bought a house but thought I would save on unnecessary legal fees and proceed to buy without checking the neighbouring land to my property. I am pretty good with contracts as I read all terms and conditions that I ever encounter, including even mandatory terms and conditions and license agreements for computer software. However, it seems my cost-saving decision has backfired, as apparently between my property and the public road there is no right of access. Does this mean I cannot get to the public road or to my property without breaking the law? Sometimes it can cost more in the long term by not obtaining legal advice before investing in property. This is what keeps the litigation departments of law firms busy. Many litigators are therefore perhaps in some ways thankful for such mistakes being made.

+66 (0)81 956 0226

| cantaneze@gmail.com

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.

"ISS has been recognised as the World's Best Outsourcing Service Provider 2014"

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.

Leader in Electronic Security System Integration

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.

"We are the world champions in outsourcing!" Our 534,200 employees have been voted world best outsourcing provider by IAOP.

Or if you are on a visit to Bangkok, drop by the showroom at Brighton Place

What we do Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) Access Control System Central Monitoring Service Fire suppression System System Integration Metal Detection Devices Visitor Management Systems Intruder Alarm / Auto Parking System

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

The need for integration. For further information contact: Phuket: Wana Park, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherng Talay : +66 76 620168 : +66 76 620169 Bangkok: Brighton Place, Soi Soonvijay 6, Petchburi Road, Huay Kwang : +66 2 716 6216-8 : +66 2 716 6219 www.tile-asia.com info@tile-asia.com 35 A3

The key systems of security are intrusion detection, access control, and video surveillance. If each of these systems is installed separately, administration and training can burden a company or property owner. Intrusion alarms occur on one system, access badges are administered in a stand-alone database, and intelligent digital video technology runs on dedicated computer equipment. Each system requires service, maintenance, administration, and training. ISS single system enables greater flexibility to add security components that can be easily integrated into the overall system, keeping the cost of capital expenditure low, and requiring little additional training.

ISS Facility Services Co., Ltd 96/53-54 Moo 1, Phra Phuket Kaew Road, Tambol Kathu, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83120 Thailand. : +66 81 958 6879 (Eng& Thai) : +66 89 489 3542 (Eng & Thai) scott.d@th.issworld.com anna.p@th.issworld.com www.th.issworld.com 68 E2

BEST DRIVES ON PHUKET

Kalim

to jump up and down because, believe it or not, Karon Beach’s sand actually squeaks when you walk on it!

Naitorn

At the end the road will rise a little then swiftly dip into Kata Centre. At the following three-way intersection take the right-hand turn and you’ll come to Kata Beach. This is quite a busy spot and if you want to stop and explore for a while keep a sharp eye out for parking spaces along the left of the road. Heading further south, take a right turn at the T-junction and pass the swank Boathouse hotel then a sharp left up what seems like an almost suicidal gradient and you’ll soon be way above the coastline from Kata to Nai Harn. If there were prizes for the prettiest drive on the island this route would win hands down. Dip, climb, and curve your way to the famous and well-frequented (you’ll see lots of cars parked there) ‘Three Beaches’ viewpoint where you can gaze back on where you’ve

Remember the times when mum or dad would say, “Come on kids, let’s all go for a nice drive”? It may have been a long while ago but you can bet your last baht that those memories are as fresh as yesterday. Well the good news is that Phuket’s west-coast routes and some east-coast drives are fantastically beautiful to explore. Having said that, let’s get real here and state that Phuket’s central thoroughfares are most certainly not the ideal roads along which to enjoy a relaxing day out.

time to time. You’ll eventually get to Surin Beach which is a good location for lunch plus there are equally good options further south on Route 4233. If you happen to be on a budget then remember that the restaurants on the left-hand side of the road are cheaper than those on the righthand side. Seaside views come at a price. The drive south to Patong – Phuket’s 'Party Central' town – comprises lots of photogenic views so don’t rush things and don’t be afraid of pulling over to take snaps and

selfies. Just before Patong you’ll eventually come to a flat coastal road flanking Kalim Beach then straight after, because of Patong’s one-way system, you’ll be obliged to drive through Sin City. Follow the bend heading into town then take the first right and stay on the route out of town up the hill towards Karon Beach. This elevated winding and dipping road has some outstandingly picturesque views out on the Andaman Sea. Eventually you’ll descend to a flat sixkilometre stretch flanking Karon Beach. It’s worth stopping along the way here simply

Nai Harn Beach

Unsurprisingly, the first step in enjoying a mobile day out here is to get yourself some wheels. It’s not recommended to hire a motorbike yet thousands of visitors do; so to use a well-worn Thai/English expression, it’s really ‘up to you’ although we’d certainly lean towards the ‘four-wheels-good’ attitude as the driving in Thailand can sometimes be erratic (read dangerous) to say the least. If you head to Naithon Beach in the north of Phuket and then go south you’ll come across some gorgeous vistas. Try to hug the beach roads as much as possible but the route inevitably heads inland from

just come from at the surf-lined Kata, Karon beaches with Kata Noi Beach just below. If you follow the main road down from here towards Nai Harn, on a clear day as the route descends left you can see the Phi Phi islands some 40km away. Pass a few elephant camps then drive through Nai Harn village. Follow the signage and you’ll get to one of the most natural beaches on the island. Largely undeveloped because of the Buddhist temple owning the beach’s hinterland, Nai Harn is a delight. From Nai Harn itself you’ll spot three windmill-like structures in the nearby southern hills. Drive up to this spot through the verdant national park at about six o’clock in the evening as you’ll get the best sunset views in the south of Phuket. Forget overcrowded and touristy tawdry Phromthep Cape further to the south: this is where it’s at: Happy motoring!

Laguna

Extra tours: Just east of Phuket Town lies the small island of Koh Sirey. Enjoy a turn around the circular coastal road and you’ll step back some 20 years in time. Another option; try Route 4023 east out of Phuket Town followed by 4129 and head for Khao Khad viewpoint to enjoy impressive vistas of eastern Phuket from Koh Sirey to the distant Big Buddha and further south towards Rawai. Then take the coastal road that flanks southern Chalong Bay and again you’ll come across lovely beaches and coves until you get to Cape Panwa. A visit to the aquarium there is ideal for those interested in the rich and colourful Andaman sea life.

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.

Kamala Windmill Viewpoint

XANA Easter Sunday Brunch @ XANA Beach Club with Attica, Laguna

Pool Songkran Party @ Centra Ashlee Hotel, Patong

'Thai Night' @ Jasmin B, Chalong

Launch Kao Chea menu @ Blue Elephent, Phuket City The KEE's Songkran @ The Kee Resort & Spa, Patong

Songkran Festival @ Angsana Laguna Phuket and Xana Beach Club with Attica, Laguna

Johnson Exclusive Night Party Grand Opening Sales Gallery Phuket Best Burger2015 @ Royal Phuket Marina

Underworld Party @ Kata Sea Breeze Resort, Kata

Phuket Bike Week 2015 Press Conference @ Table Spoon Cafe, Central Festival Phuket

SKAL Dinner @ Moevenpick Resort & Spa, Karon

each. ound surfing b -r ll a t s e b e th ly beach with no y d Kata is definite n a s a ’s it s l arners a mes for norma ti It’s great for le t a l fu r e w o p get too Noi. rocks. Bali can i Harn and Kata a N n a c s a , s r surfe

Hanging Ten on Phuket

Hanging Ten on Phuket Surf House, surf away to your heart’s content – until midnight if you’re that way inclined.

wave generating machine that projects a four-inch sheet of water up a slope. There is an inflatable divider through the middle of this arrangement that is removed at night when the activities get a little more relaxed – no doubt due to the effects of happy hour. Still, the safety factor is high at Surf House, with a padded vinyl bottom and walls so the inevitable falls and wipeouts are cushioned and even fun – at least to watch with a cold beer at hand. The surreal sight of someone actually falling upwards does add to the entertainment value, it has to be admitted. Surfing in Phuket is best regarded through the half-full or half-empty glass approach. It’s a great surf destination if you regard your glass as half full but if you want premium barrels, long pipelines, and thunderous white capped monster waves the surfing scene here can appear a little tame. Still, as the old surfing adage goes, it’s a pretty good place to "test your surfing skills against your opponents’ luck".

Re Ka Ta Surf School

like sex? even when it’s bad it’s g n fi r u s is y h Q:W ly good and m, Phuket’s ’s good it’s real it n he w se au A : Bec of good… When examined throughrethttisy prgoisod’, meaning that it

as ‘p still sort els you’ll ene comes out sc ng rfi s (the only barr su rd ng da an st e burgeoni si e us A are what line th to Hawaiian or es be lin up pe t pi no d an ay m pubs stination. Patong’s Irish ’s top surfing de nd la ai find here are in Th ill st is but Phuket island’s roads)

Even

though the waves rarely rise above three metres and it’s not a year-round option to ride them, there are several reasons to come and check out the surfing scene in Phuket. The water’s warm; the island’s infrastructure is solid; it’s not overcrowded on the waves, and there’s a tangible surfer-dude camaraderie. Another pleasant aspect about surfing in Phuket’s low season is that flights and hotels are cheaper than usual so it’s a win-win situation. Still, you won’t get much surfing done here in Phuket’s high season from December to April – it’d be like trying to surf a pond – but once the breezes swing from northeast to southwest and those trade winds bluster in from the Indian Ocean from May to November, surfers are in business. Unlike other worldwide surfing destinations, Phuket’s waves are storm driven, meaning the worse the weather blows the better the subsequent aquatic action and residual winds of a storm can power waves along the island’s west coast for days on end. So where are the best places to hang ten on the island? Well, the epicentre of all things surfing here is Kata Beach; 64

it’s long been the most popular hangout and even hosts a surf school run by champion of the waves Jimmy Smith. He says, “Kata is definitely the best all-round surfing beach. It’s great for learners as it’s a sandy beach with no rocks. Bali can get too powerful at times for normal surfers, as can Nai Harn and Kata Noi. The only thing you have to watch out for here at Kata is the board itself.” RE KA TA Surf School offers three levels of classes; beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Topics include learning to catch waves, reading and riding better waves, turning, and with special emphasis on surfing etiquette – often a point of contention for longtime surfers encountering greenhorns, sometimes physically. If you’ve never seen an experienced surfer wiping out because of a beginner getting in the way your vocabulary is all the poorer for it. To the south of Kata, Nai Harn Beach is a great favourite with expats and locals. Its southern end has a permanent sandbank that creates long and fast rides while the swells are pretty impressive at its rock-lined northern end but this part of the beach is not ideal because of swimmers and wading children. Just north of Patong, Kalim Beach is another favourite but due to rocks and a coral reef it’s really best to surf here only at high tide. Kalim is fast, with annual surfing contests, some of which are hosted by Quiksilver. Further to the north along the west coast, Kamala Beach has three surfing opportunities, and its northern end is markedly better for catching a wave but

Surin Beach is great for advanced surfers but a big ‘no-no’ for beginners as things can get pretty fast and furious here with regular wipeouts.

is recommended only for advanced surfers. The central part has sandbanks while the southern end is great for beginners. Surin Beach is great for advanced surfers but a big ‘no-no’ for beginners as things can get pretty fast and furious here with regular wipeouts. But what to do between December and April? One all-year-round surfing destination is Surf House Flow Rider, also at Kata Beach. Here, you can surf away to your heart’s content – until midnight if you’re that way inclined. Surf House is built around a high pressure

py t yourself a co in Phuket, ge es et ac re pl st t d ea ile gr e of deta To find all th - 188 pages a series of of PHUKET rmation - with nd your fo of STREETS in l ca lo d fi an to ks ar ay m w st nd maps, la s the easie to e indexes. It’ fphuket.com comprehensiv et. Check www.streetso u yo ve sa ll uk it’ Ph ht way around at only 399 ba re to get it – find out whe . time and fuel

COURIERS DHL Phuket TNT Phuket Thailand Post

+66 76 355850 +66 76 239804-6 1545

AUSTRALIAN VISAS

54 C3

MOBILE PHONE CALL CENTRES GSM 1175, Dtac 1678, True 1331

WANT TO VISIT, LIVE OR STUDY IN AUSTRALIA?

273 002 244 1588, +66 2 232 2484 +66 2 383 660 1590 +66 2 256 9151-4 001-800-11-887-0663 001-800-11-535-0660

- AUSTRALIAN QUALIFIED LAWYER will prepare and lodge your application.

LOST CARDS American Express City Bank Diners Club HSBC JCB Card Mastercard Visa

+66 76 211105 +66 76 391174 +66 76 221905 +66 76 212213 +66 76 211995

LANDLINE SERVICE CENTRE TOT 1100, Chalong +66 76 367200 +66 76 367238 Patong +66 76 340199 TT&T Koh Keaw +66 76 272 800-14 CAT Phuket Town +66 76 216861 +66 76 216879 Patong +66 76 341102-3

REGISTERED AUSTRALIAN MIGRATION AGENT

GOVERNMENT OFFICES Phuket Customs Harbour Master Immigration Authority TAT, Phuket Office Department of labour

Get 10% Off

EMERGENCIES Fire 199 Police 191 Diving Medicine Center 1719 Marine Police +66 76 211883 Tourist Police 1155, +66 76 223891-3 Narenthorn Emergency Services 1669

BASED RIGHT HERE IN PHUKET

Bangkok Phuket

+66 81 893 1295 +66 76 342518-9, 66+ 89 871 2335 1719, +66 76 254425

Phuket International Thalang Hospital Vachira

EMBASSIES & CONSULATES Austria +66 76 248334-6 #35 Czech +66 76 249400 #1501, 3330 Finland +66 76 330530-3 Germany +66 76 610407 Irish +66 76 281273 Italy +66 76 323029 Korea +66 76 234452 Morocco +66 76 219881-2 Norway +66 76 230130 Sweden +66 76 380000 United Kingdom +66 76-318188 +66 89 874 9080

FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION

HOSPITALS Urgent Consultation Hyperbaric Services

+66 76 237220-6 +66 76 344034-5, +66 76 342633-4 +66 76 249400 +66 76 311033-4 +66 76 361234, +66 76 211155

Tel: 095 085 3355 | www.AustralianVisaPhuket.com

TRAVEL Suvarnabhumi Airport +66 2 132 1888 Departures +66 2 132 9324 #9327 Arrivals +66 2 132 9328 #9329 Don Muang Airport Departures +66 2 535 1192 Arrivals +66 2 535 1253 Phuket Int'l Airport +66 76 327230-7 Tourist Information 1672 Air Asia +66 2 515 9999 Bangkok Airways +66 76 225033-5 Orient Thai Airlines 1126 Nok Air 1318 Thai Airways +66 76 360444 China Airlines +66 76 327099, +66 76 327100 Silk Air +66 76 304018-20 Phuket Bus Terminal +66 76 211480

Mission Phuket Patong / Kathu

If You Mention This Ad

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY ENQUIRY Directory Enquiry-Local 183/1133 Overseas Operator / Enquiry 100 Billing Enquiries +66 76 214299 TAT Call Centre 1672

- We can assist with all visa types, including tourist, partner, student & working holiday visas.

USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS