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BOATING
21 The future of Phuket’s marine industry & Phuket International Boat Show 24 The 29th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 28 Riviera launches new 57 Enclosed Flybridge
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DINING
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TRAVEL
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LEGAL MATTERS
82 Raising money from your business assets
PHUKET LIVING
41 Living the dream: Dream Hotel & Spa 84 ‘Life on Water’: Scott Bradley, Managing director of East Marine Asia 88 Staying cool under the sun: Resort wear 94 Your Phuket: things to do on the island 96 Out on the town – where to find the best night out + clubs, associations and other regular expat happenings
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Phuket's fame and fortune is founded primarily from its stunning beaches – and they are still the fundamental reason most, if not all, holidaymakers hit this tropical island year after year. But how many are there? Where are they? Which is the most beautiful? Why? On this page, and on Page 12, you'll find most of Phuket's beaches. The number in the blue circle corresponds to the same number on the Page 12 map, making it easy to plan your beach itinerary. We recommend renting a car – and driving carefully!
Mai Khao Beach
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Nai Yang Beach
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Bang Tao Beach
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Surin Beach
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Leam Sing Cape
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Patong Beach
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Karon Nui
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Kamala Beach
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Tri Trang Beach
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Karon Beach
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Ya Nui Beach
Layan Beach
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Kalim Beach
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Hua Beach
Kata Noi Beach
Naithon Beach
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Paradise Beach
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Kata Beach
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Nai Harn Beach
122 G4
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Phromthep Cape
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WHAT’S ON. PHUKET EVENTS
6 - 8 JAN 2016
8 JAN 2016
23 JAN 2016
Football Camp @ Phuket Int’l Academy Day School (PIADS)
Music @ Catch Beach Club
Fair @ Oasis ed.Phuket
DJ Mark Ursa spins tunes for one night at Catch Beach Club. Mark began his career in Belgium releasing tracks under the names ‘Pornstar Deluxe’, ‘Mark’s Attack’, ‘Art D’Echo’, and moved in the early 2000s to Ibiza. Since 2006 he’s been in Brazil, Miami, Las Vegas and Ibiza DJing at superclubs and festivals. His bootleg of David Guetta’s Dangerous was a worldwide success in 2015. +66 7631 6500.
Seed & Plant Swap Love gardening? Have an abundance of mint/ tomatoes/aloe vera seedlings or piles of cucumber seeds? Oasis ed.Phuket holds a monthly swap where people can exchange seeds and plants. It’s recommended that both plants and seeds be traded in lots of 10-20. +66 84 946 2171. www.oasisedphuket.com
Phuket Soccer Schools New Year Football Camp Kids aged 6 – 12 can attend a New Year’s soccer camp to increase their skills and allow them to gain more experience. The indoor gymnasium and outdoor Astro-turf field at Phuket International Academy will be used. The workshop will also feature match analysis in the classroom. This three-day event is available for both half-day (9am – 12pm) and full-day sessions (9am – 3pm). Transport service is available from south and central of Phuket on request. www.phuketsoccerschools.com
7 - 10 JAN 2016 *** International boat show @ Royal Phuket Marina The 13th PIMEX showcases marine and lifestyle products and services. Up to 60 boats in the water, power and sail from 10-35 metres, marina activities on the RPM boardwalk and 2,500sqm of indoor exhibition space. www.phuketboatshow.com
11 - 14 FEB 2016 Yacht Show @ Ao Po Grand Marina
11 - 16 JAN 2016 *** Regatta @ Royal Langkawi Yacht Club 12th Royal Langkawi International Regatta Not really Phuket, but popular with Phuket sailors nonetheless! Marina/ yacht club venue; free berthing for participants; usually reliable medium-to-strong breezes with a combination of offshore, round islands and in-harbour racing; five days racing and parties some evenings. www.langkawiregatta.com
The inaugural Thailand Yacht Show is geared strictly for luxury superyachts. The show will feature yacht charters, boatingindustry and luxury-lifestyle events and is designed to attract both industry and consumers. Although organised by the Singapore Yacht Show, most of the luxury superyacht charter market now operates out of Phuket. The event will be held at the biggest superyacht marina in the Asia Pacific region. Show closes at 8pm on the last day. +66 7633 6200. www.aopograndmarina.com
17 - 21 FEB 2016 Regatta @ Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi The Bay Regatta (formerly the Phang Nga Bay Regatta), the region’s roaming and sleep-aboard regatta offers four days of racing and sailing through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. The event is a fun competition that showcases the beauty of Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi provinces. Up to 50 boats are expected to compete, with boats and crew coming from Phuket and abroad. +66 81396 0785. www.bayregatta.com
Above all communications Support TOT Fiber 2U internet broudband service over optical fiber cable provided by TOT with speed up to 1,000 Mbps. FEB (Date not yet fixed) Festival @ Old Phuket Town Old Phuket Town Festival 2016. Held in Phuket’s old town along Krabi and Phuket roads with Thalang Rd and Soi Rommanee. turned into walking streets during the festival. Entertainment includes a Phuket Baba light show, a rickshaw tour throughout the streets, cultural parades, Chinese opera performances, Chinese folk dancing troupes and more. Activities start from about 3pm and run till midnight each day. +66 7621 1036, +66 7621 2213
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Wat Chalong Fair 2016
Tournament @ Rawai Beach Fishing Club
Wat Chalong (or Chalong Temple) Fair is the biggest of all temple fairs on the island and takes place during the Chinese New Year. People love the shopping, games, food and fun at hand here. Clothing, bags, jewelery, flowers and plants and ceramics are just some of the things available for sale and there are entertainment areas with spectacular singing and dancing shows, darts and shooting games, Ferris wheels, merry-go-rounds and playground areas. Many people also pay religious respect at the temple which is brightly light and decorated for the festival.
Fishing Tournament @ Rawai Beach Fishing Club. PGFC Thailand 2016 Classic Sport Fishing Tournament. Organized by the Rawai Beach Fishing Club, this three-day tournament takes sports fishermen from all around the world to fish offshore from the Similan Islands, Thailand’s premium sport fishing area – some 70 miles northwest of Chalong Bay, Phuket. Teams from Australia, Canada, Germany, USA, Hong Kong, the UK, and Singapore have all confirmed entries, seeking action and fun as well as prize money to be won. +66 81 270 4291 or +66 86 273 9948.
Upcoming movies All the latest movies are on offer on the island SFX Coliseum cinema 3rd. floor, Central Festival, Phuket City +66 76 209000 SFX Coliseum cinema Jungceylon Shopping Destination, Patong Beach +66 76 600555 Catch up on your favorite SHOWTIME please visit our website at windowonphuket.com/whatson
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23 - 27 MAR 2016 Beach Volley @ Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi Thailand Beach Volley Festival 2016. This five-day event will see the following competitions: Men’s 2 x 2 advanced; Men’s 2 x 2 fun, Women’s 2 x 2 and 4 on 4 mixed on four courts... all at Karon Beach. There’ll be parties for the players, medals and prizes. Entry is 2,000 baht. +66 89 0109 750. www.beachvolleyballthailand.com.
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Nissan Almera (V)
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Honda Accord (EL)
PRE-OWNED: White, 2010, 1.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, AIRBAG, CD, MP3, 37,xxx KM.
Honda Civic
THB 265,000
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Ford Ranger XLS
PRE-OWNED: White Pearl, 2011, 2.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, DVD, 139,xxx KM.
PRE-OWNED: Silver, 2010, 3.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, MP3, 95,xxx KM.
PRE-OWNED: Gray, 2006, 2.5 Manual, Electric Wing Mirrors, Central Locking, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, CD, MP3, 129,xxx KM.
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Andy Dowden, Managing Director, Andaman Marine Consultants, organisers of Phuket International Boat Show
With Andy Dowden, Managing Director, Andaman Marine Consultants, organisers of Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) Phuket old hand, Andy Dowden, Managing Director of Andaman Marine Consultants, organisers of Phuket International Boat Show has had more than 30 years’ experience in Thailand’s marine industry. We sat down with him to discuss boat show, marine industry and the future. “2016 will mark the 13th Phuket International Boat Show. Since the show’s launch in 2003, the island and its marine industry have seen many ups and downs. I’m proud of the show’s beginnings and what it has become – Southeast Asia’s longestrunning marine and lifestyle show and a key event on the regional marine calendar.” Looking forward to the future of the show, Dowden commented, “We’ll continue to work with all industry stakeholders – government and private sector – and will further develop the boat show platform to promote and market Phuket and Thailand’s marine industry.” With regards to the marine industry, Dowden explained that, “Phuket remains the yachting playground of Asia and the cruising grounds are second to none. While there are countries in the region with quality marine facilities, Phuket is still the place where most will come to play. 40 percent of the world’s population lives within a six-hour flight of Phuket and we are also within easy reach are two of the world’s biggest countries – India and China. While perhaps not yet into boating, the potential of the Chinese market is huge, both for charter and sales, which will also benefit marina, maintenance and other marine services.”
Looking to the future, Dowden is positive as regards the outlook for Phuket and Thailand’s marine industry. “I expect to see growth in the charter market, both in Phuket and around the country. Phuket has the onshore and offshore assets to become one of the best charter destinations in the world and I think business will grow considerably over the next five to 10 years. I also expect to see the development of more marinas – another policy by the current government.” “Lastly, in my opinion, the single most important boost to the island’s marine economy would be to develop a superyacht refit facility. The skills base on the island is already there but currently there is no yard capable of lifting yachts over 45m. As the number of yachts basing themselves in Asia increases, taking advantage of the year-round season, the potential for Phuket to be the best refit centre in the world is huge.” Phuket’s superyacht appeal looks set to grow. Pictured: Superyacht Perseus at the 2010 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta. Photo by Duncan Worthington.
When asked about superyachts Dowden shared his insights and support of recent government moves.
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“The recent introduction of a 12-month superyacht charter license is a positive step and shows vision on the part of the government. While the licence has already come into effect, there are still some areas that need to be worked on. I believe these challenges will be overcome but it may take more time. However, the Phuket International Boat Show will continue to offer support and assistance wherever possible.”
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Cholamark Boat Established in Phuket in 1989, the company has about 30 employees and builds inflatable boats and RIBs in the range of 2.1 to 7.5 metres. Cholamark also offers a repair service, general overhauls and tube replacements.
Our work is done with the expertise of a European manufacturer
GO CRUISING with Princess PHETMANEE
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If you’re after something special for your holidays or any special day such as a birthday, christening or wedding cocktails, why not try a cruise around Phuket’s waters with Asia Marine? Chartering your own yacht allows you to avoid the usual tourist crowds and tour operators’ restrictive working hours and routes; it also gives you an unforgettable and unspoiled experience aboard one of Asia Marine’s charter yachts ADVERTORIAL Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. is the local dealer for Williams Performance Tenders and is a service station for Avon Inflatables Limited and DSB of Germany
Our friendly crew will help you choose between sea-kayaking expeditions around Phang Nga Bay, a bit of snorkeling in the shallows of the Big Blue with a myriad of tropical fish at Kho Kai islands, or alternatively, zooming around in our tender to discover the magic of Phi Phi Island.
• Wide range of inflatable boats made from Neoprene/ Hypalon • In addition to our Cholamark models we also offer Williams & Highfield tenders
Koh Racha, Phi Phi, Phang Nga Bay, Krabi, The Similan Islands
Go in luxury and style 42ft Princess Phetmanee features fittings of luxurious leather; she’s fully air-conditioning and has all the amenities needed for day or overnight trips. Her spacious cockpit or fly bridge is perfect for you to relax in while exploring the many islands around Phuket. You can also dive into the crystal-clear waters using our onboard snorkeling equipment.
• Stock in our showrooms includes RIBs & soft floor dinghies • Manufacturer of dinghy covers, sun shades, cushions with closed cell foam; supply & use anti-skid mats • Licensed to repack liferafts. Pick up & delivery service • Parts for dinghies - repair sets, air pumps, paddles, oars & dinghy wheels • Rental of dinghies
• Stainless steel work (316), Argon Welding & perfect polishing Open in Chalong from 08:30-17:30, Monday-Saturday. Office and shop located opposite Soi Sukee on Chaofa Road, Chalong - very close to Chalong Bay. The dinghy ramp at the opposite end of Soi Sukee and close to “The Lighthouse” makes for easy collection & delivery, subject to tidal restrictions (see page 22 for tide tables).
Day Trip Prices: 90,000 baht for May-Oct, 113,000 baht for Nov-Apr, 128,000 baht for 21Dec-4Jan
Price includes • Professional skipper and crew • Soft drinks, water, fruit • Lunch for up to 8 persons
• Land transfer • National park fees • Snorkeling gear and towels
Price does not include • Extra lunch (if over 8 person) at 1,500 baht per person • Alcohol & wine
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• Professional repairs of all Neoprene & Hypalon Dinghies, re-tubing & general inflatable dinghy overhauls
• Outboard engines, life rafts, self inflating life jackets, hand flares & parachute flares
From the moment we pick you up from your hotel in a private limousine or van (to suit the number of guests), you will never look back – you’ll know straight away that you’ll have made the right choice.
CHOLAMARK BOAT 16/29 Moo 8, Chaofa Road, Chalong, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 283112
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Princess Phetmanee can accommodate up to 12 guests for a day trip and 4 for an overnight trip. The luxury yacht provides one large en-suite double bed cabin and one guest twin bed. Cruising the Andaman Sea with the Princess 42 is a great experience!
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BOATS.KING’S CUP REGATTA
29th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta
Photos by Guy Nowell
Finale sets stage for next year’s 30th Anniversary celebrations
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n honour of the His Majesty the King of Thailand, the 29th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta staged the most prestigious regatta in Asia, raising the cachet of Phuket as a premier sports sailing and high-end lifestyle destination. Consisting of five days of racing on scenic courses amidst the beautiful Andaman Sea islands, the regatta draws over 1,500 sailors and participants from around the world, reaffirming Phuket’s reputation as an amazing international marine sports and lifestyle locale. ADVERTORIAL
“Over the past three decades, there is no question that the King’s Cup, with HM’s imprimatur, has been the catalyst for the enormous advance of water sports in the Kingdom, resulting in many world class competitions coming to our shores. The latest show of faith is the international Optimist class approving a world championship next July to be raced at the Royal Varuna Yacht Club in Pattaya. I congratulate all the winners and all who have competed in a fair, friendly sail fest and urge all to return to Phuket for next year’s 30th Phuket Kings Cup Regatta,” said Whitcraft. Race Director Simon James concluded, “This year has seen one of the smallest number of protests in the recent history of the King’s Cup, and I think our course selection has resulted in making nearly every class really close, really competitive.”
Winners of 29th Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 2015 Kevin Whitcraft, President of the organising committee, said, “On behalf of the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Committee, it is an honour to organise this most prestigious regatta to sail in honour of our King, the Regatta Royal Patron, who celebrated his 88th birthday this year. This year’s keelboat and multihull fleets consisted of 90 craft, divided into 13 classes, as well as some 78 dinghies in the International Dinghy Class, making a total record of 168 entries with over 1,500 sailors and participants from over 40 countries.”
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The International Dinghy Classes Race 2015 Sponsored by PTT Group.
Optimist Girls: Optimist Boys: Laser Standard: Laser 4.7: Topper:
Chanokchon Wangsuk Saranwong Poonpat Keerati Bualong Chaichanawut Deenak Navee Thamsoontorn
Riviera 45 Open Flybridge – 2013 (USD$790,000)
The Phuket Dinghy Series 2015 Supported by Government Lottery Office (GLO)
Optimists Boy: Optimists Girls: Laser:
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Bordeaux 60
Riviera 43 Offshore
Price reduced for a quick sale. Offers encouraged. Two cabin layout with shaft drive diesels. Captain-cared-for since new and in excellent condition.
Newly listed performance cruiser. High
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cockpit and Volvo IPS joystick controls. Professionally managed since new.
Bertram 510
Sunseeker Manhattan 73 Beneteau First 44.7 2013 (1,499,000 GBP)
2004 (USD$75,000)
Cobalt 276
Recently reduced to sell as owner has relocated and wants offers. Fully equipped with tuna tower, MAN 1050hp shaft drive engines and tender crane on the foredeck. Thai registered.
Best value Sunseeker Manhattan 73 currently on the market. Four guest cabins plus crew cabin. MAN engines and twin gensets. Fin stabilisers ensure a smooth ride.
Seriously priced to sell. If you want to get on the racing circuit with a competitive boat on a budget then this is the yacht. Proven race winner with a huge sail inventory.
Great day boat for these waters. Top speed of 41knots and cruises at 31knots. Kept out of the water since new, she offers trouble free boating.
2009 (279,000 Euro)
Sponsors of the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta include Principal Host Sponsor Kata Group, and Strategic Partners: The Government Lottery Office (GLO), Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). CoSponsors: Central Pattana, PTT PLC, Siam Winery & Montclair and Haadthip PCL. Media Partners include IMAGE asia, Phuket Gazette, PGTV, Prestige, SailWorld.com, Yachtstyle, Sea Yachting, Phuket Magazine, RL Magazine, The Guide Phuket, Phuket Marine Guide and Art & Culture. Under Royal Patronage, the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta is organised by the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Organising Committee under the auspices of the Royal Varuna Yacht Club, in conjunction with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, the Royal Thai Navy and the Province of Phuket.
Sealine 42/5
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2011 (USD$1,000,000)
2010 (USD$350,000)
Majesty 56
2011 (USD$695,000)
Never chartered and professionally managed since new. Three cabins plus entertaining.
2010 (2,490,000 THB)
“I would like to thank all of strategic partners, sponsors and media partners who are supporting us. 2016 will be a very special for Phuket King’s Cup Regatta, as it will be our 30th Anniversary; so we hope to see all continue supporting us again,” said Whitcraft. PHUKET KING’S CUP REGATTA www.kingscup.com www.facebook.com/phuketkingscupregatta
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The spacious and sumptuous saloon – which also features premium brand appliances and furnishings, including two lounges – offers a clear view not only of the almost 360-degree water-view vista but also the massive, widescreen 48” LED TV that rises electronically from the forward dash, creating a floating sports arena or movie theatre experience. “Natural light and fresh air is introduced through opening tinted saloon side windows which, in tandem with the massive front windscreen, filter light below through the companionway and to the accommodation deck,” says Mr Longhurst.
The future is now With her contemporary styling and impeccable bluewater heritage, the robust Riviera 57 Enclosed exhibits powerful and noble lines with muscular sheer forward and deep topside dimensions, giving her a freeboard akin to a much larger yacht altogether.
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Her hull lines run straight aft from the maximum midship beam of 5.13m (16’ 10”) which, in turn, provides an extremely buoyant lift and an easy planing surface, while her keel delivers straight tracking and great stability, enhancing her penultimate blue-water performance.
57 Enclosed Flybridge – the embodiment of innovation
The Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge creates a whole new indoor/outdoor living experience with a clever new cockpit design, complete with large transom and mezzanine lounges, wet bar, barbecue, fridge and icemaker. She also retains the cockpit connectivity which Riviera has made an art form, with an aft modern galley with high-end appliances and solid surface bench tops, as well as a beautifully crafted sliding door and awning window with solid stainless steel frame built into the rear bulkhead – the window opening out and over the mezzanine to position the chef right at the centre of the social scene.
Welcome to the newest member of iconic Riviera’s impressive and supremely seaworthy collection of flybridge luxury motor yachts – the 57 Enclosed Flybridge. Stylish, sophisticated and sublime, the three-stateroom/ two bathroom Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge – with full beam master stateroom – is the embodiment of innovation, from her fresh-thinking design to her state-ofthe-art navigation systems, and right through to her final fit-out and luxuriously polished finish. Riviera chairman and owner Rodney Longhurst says the 2015 Australian Marine Industry Exporter of the Year’s dedicated team has integrated easy-to-use and dependable marine systems into the new 57 Enclosed, including the full features of the innovative Volvo Glass Cockpit navigation and CZone digital switching systems.
“The Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge’s new and distinctive design has everything in perfect proportion but it is when you step aboard that the magnitude of the living and accommodation space reveals itself.
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“The master stateroom is located amidships in the most stable part of the yacht, and defies convention for a vessel of this size, luxuriating right across the full beam and featuring a king-sized bed and with upholstered headboard detailing. “The forward guest stateroom mirrors the level of luxury in the master and positions a queen-size walk-around bed in pride of place, and also its own ensuite bathroom which, with twin entry, doubles as the day head. “The starboard stateroom is also air-conditioned and has adult-sized upper and lower beds, also with innerspring mattresses and a deck hatch for ventilation, as well as reading and overhead lighting.”
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A flybridge to look up to The new Riviera 57’s fully enclosed flybridge is another complete revelation, and as you ascend the highly detailed internal staircase you arrive at the state-of-the-art ergonomic forward helm. “Skippers will really appreciate the three massive clear, tempered windscreens with excellent visibility, and two fully adjustable chairs from which all essential navigational and systems controls are within easy reach,” says Mr Longhurst, whose passion for excellence underpins Riviera’s evolution on the world stage. “The Riviera Enclosed Flybridge’s all-new dash design has enough room for three 19” multi-function display screens, as well as dedicated switches for the horn and pantographic wipers with intermittent settings, the overhead and navigation lights, and also the intercom to both the galley and engine room. “You will also find convenient drink-holders, a centre console and a moulded recess forward for mobile phones, ensuring everything is right where it should be when you need it.” Seamlessly integrating the state-of-the-art Volvo Penta Glass Cockpit navigation system with CZone digital switching very much confirms Riviera’s commitment to merging technology with dependability and easy-to-use innovations designed to enhance your time aboard. And it places the supremely seaworthy Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge at the very forefront of world-class recreational flybridge yachts of this size. The flybridge is also enormous and comfortable with L-shaped seating which has rod or general storage underneath, table, slumber seat with fridge forward as well as a wet bar and sink. Subtly integrated above is a huge sliding electric sunroof which, together with sliding-open side windows, creates a virtual sky lounge full of light, space and fresh air.
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Aft is a rear awning window and sliding door – also set in a strong and highly polished stainless steel frame – that open out to the teak-laid rear deck of the flybridge, which also has a lounge and aft docking station with joystick, throttles and steering wheel for IPS, or throttles and bow thruster for the shaft-drive model.
Your choice of pod or shaft drive And then there is perhaps the most heroic part of the Riviera 57 Enclosed Flybridge, the engineering department that makes it possible for owners to select their personal preference of either pod or conventional shaft drive propulsion. “There are three choices for a drive package for new the 57 Enclosed Flybridge – a IPS2-950, IPS2-1200 or the conventional D13 shaft drive,” said Mr Longhurst. The standard set-up is the very popular twin IPS2-950 (533kW / 725hp) pod configuration with D11 engines, which delivers Volvo’s impressive fuel efficiency, low noise levels, long cruising range and high top-end speed. The IPS pod propulsion system already offers the joys of joystick maneuverability, Dynamic Positioning System for station-holding while preparing lines and fenders or while waiting off a fuel jetty, as well Anti-Corrosion Protection and Auto-Pilot, and optional auto-trimming features. However, the Glass Cockpit takes the overview and control of engines and navigation, including optional charts, sonar and radar (even auto-pilot) to extraordinary new heights … and all in one place, and in the case of IPS, also extends to auto-trim and full slow-speed steering, as well as the outstanding maneuverability of SportFish mode, and the clean presentation of bait using the bypass exhaust features of Clear Wake. “Of course the option is yours to upgrade to the newgeneration IPS2-1200 (662kW / 900hp) system, with powerful D13 engines, or you can choose the innovative new Volvo Penta D13-Series (662kW / 900hp) shaft drive propulsion system.
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The D13 shaft drive 57 Enclosed Flybridge models – also with glass navigation features at the bridge – have twin controls operating bow and stern thrusters both at the helm and aft flybridge docking station, as well as Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) levers integrating with cruise control, low-speed mode and single-lever mode. Courtesy of the Quickshift gearboxes, owners of the 57 Enclosed shaft drive models also have the choice to incorporate Twin Disc’s Express Joystick System (EJS) which smoothly and simultaneously actuates and controls engines, transmissions, propellers and thrusters, enabling a skipper to easily, precisely and confidently manoeuvre the yacht in challenging docking situations.
RIVIERA 57 ENCLOSED FLYBRIDGE Key features • Sleek external styling • New cockpit design creates an entirely new indoor/ outdoor experience • Wide walk-around side decks with thoughtfullyplaced rails for added safety • Large foredeck with optional sun pad or davit for tender • Luxurious internal furnishings, high-end appliances • Opening saloon side windows enhance crossventilation • Three-stateroom, two-bathroom accommodation plan. Full beam master stateroom with ensuite bathroom and long fixed hull windows. • Luxurious, ultra-modern flybridge enclosed on all four sides, with optional clears to fully enclose rear deck • New ergonomic helm design with modern dash, excellent visibility and easy access to all controls, adjusting helm seats • Functional storage concepts, enhanced access to key service points • Drive package choices of IPS pod drive propulsion or traditional shaft drive configuration • Water-tight collision bulkhead forward • Riviera’s renowned strong, robust hull with keel backed by 5-year structural warranty
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And with both pod and shaft drive models, the fully integrated CZone system enhances the ease of monitoring and operation of the Riviera 57’s onboard systems even further, extending centralised touch-screen control to lighting, pumps, batteries, entertainment systems and appliances. Riviera has indeed put to purpose every piece of available space onboard the new 57 Enclosed Flybridge, with cutting edge computer software allowing Riviera’s team of talented and passionate international designers to maximise living and storage space while at the same time ensuring there is convenient access to every key maintenance point, ensuring service costs are kept to a minimum. “Of course, this thoughtful built-to-last consideration for our Riviera family of owners is a key part of our ethos of doing all we can to help our valued owners achieve … ‘the ultimate boating experience’,” says Mr Longhurst. If you would like more information regarding the 57 Enclosed Flybridge, please visit www.leemarine.com
LEE MARINE CO. LTD Ao Po Grand Marina, 119 Moo 6, T Paklok, A Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 81 8917057 : +66 76 681015 martin@leemarine.net www.leemarine.com
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1.2
1.4
1.7
2.1
2.3
2.5
2.5
2.4
2.2
2.0
1.7
1.5
1.5
1.6
1.9
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2.4
2.5
2.5
2.4
2.2
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1.4
1.4
1.4
1.6
1.8
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2.3
2.4
2.4
2.4
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2.0
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1.7
1.7
1.7
3
1.9
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2.3
2.3
2.3
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1.7
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.7
1.9
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2.2
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.0
1.9
1.8
1.7
4
1.7
1.8
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.2
2.2
2.1
1.9
1.8
1.6
1.6
1.6
1.7
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.0
1.8
5
1.7
1.6
1.7
1.8
2.0
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2.2
2.2
2.2
2.0
1.9
1.7
1.5
1.5
1.6
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1.9
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2.4
2.5
2.5
2.5
2.3
2.0
6
1.7
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.7
1.9
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2.3
2.4
2.3
2.1
1.9
1.6
1.4
1.4
1.4
1.7
1.9
2.3
2.5
2.7
2.7
2.6
2.3
7
1.9
1.6
1.3
1.3
1.4
1.6
1.9
2.2
2.4
2.5
2.4
2.2
1.8
1.5
1.3
1.2
1.4
1.6
2.0
2.4
2.7
2.9
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1.3
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.7
2.1
2.4
2.6
2.6
2.4
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1.7
1.3
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.7
2.2
2.6
3.0
3.0
2.9
9
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2.0
1.5
1.1
0.9
1.0
1.3
1.8
2.2
2.6
2.7
2.7
2.4
2.0
1.5
1.1
1.0
1.0
1.4
1.9
2.4
2.9
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2.4
1.8
1.2
0.8
0.8
1.0
1.4
2.0
2.4
2.8
2.9
2.7
2.3
1.9
1.3
1.0
0.8
1.0
1.5
2.1
2.7
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3.3
11
3.2
2.8
2.2
1.5
1.0
0.7
0.7
1.0
1.6
2.2
2.6
2.9
2.9
2.6
2.2
1.7
1.2
0.8
0.8
1.1
1.7
2.3
2.9
3.3
12
3.3
3.1
2.6
1.9
1.3
0.8
0.6
0.8
1.2
1.8
2.4
2.8
3.0
2.9
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.8
0.9
1.3
1.9
2.5
3.0
13
3.3
3.3
2.9
2.3
1.7
1.0
0.7
0.6
0.9
1.4
2.0
2.5
2.9
3.0
2.8
2.4
1.9
1.3
1.0
0.9
1.1
1.5
2.1
2.7
14
3.1
3.2
3.1
2.6
2.1
1.4
0.9
0.7
0.8
1.1
1.6
2.2
2.6
2.9
2.9
2.7
2.3
1.7
1.3
1.0
1.0
1.3
1.7
2.3
15
2.7
3.0
3.1
2.8
2.4
1.9
1.3
0.9
0.8
0.9
1.3
1.8
2.3
2.7
2.8
2.8
2.5
2.1
1.7
1.3
1.1
1.2
1.5
1.9
16
2.3
2.7
2.9
2.8
2.6
2.2
1.7
1.3
1.0
0.9
1.1
1.5
1.9
2.3
2.6
2.7
2.7
2.4
2.1
1.7
1.4
1.3
1.3
1.6
17
1.9
2.3
2.5
2.7
2.6
2.4
2.1
1.7
1.3
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.6
2.0
2.3
2.5
2.6
2.6
2.4
2.1
1.8
1.5
1.4
1.4
18
1.6
1.9
2.1
2.3
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.0
1.7
1.5
1.3
1.2
1.4
1.6
1.9
2.2
2.4
2.5
2.5
2.4
2.2
1.9
1.7
1.5
19
1.4
1.5
1.7
1.9
2.1
2.3
2.3
2.3
2.1
1.9
1.6
1.4
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.5
2.3
2.1
1.7
20
1.5
1.3
1.3
1.5
1.7
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.0
1.7
1.5
1.3
1.3
1.4
1.7
2.0
2.4
2.6
2.7
2.7
2.5
2.1
21
1.7
1.4
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.6
1.9
2.2
2.4
2.5
2.4
2.1
1.8
1.4
1.2
1.1
1.3
1.6
2.0
2.4
2.8
2.9
2.8
2.6
22
2.1
1.6
1.2
0.9
0.9
1.2
1.6
2.0
2.4
2.6
2.6
2.4
2.1
1.7
1.3
1.0
1.0
1.2
1.6
2.1
2.6
2.9
3.0
2.9
23
2.5
2.0
1.4
1.0
0.8
0.8
1.2
1.7
2.1
2.5
2.7
2.7
2.4
2.0
1.6
1.1
0.9
0.9
1.2
1.7
2.3
2.8
3.1
3.1
24
2.9
2.4
1.8
1.2
0.8
0.7
0.9
1.3
1.8
2.3
2.7
2.8
2.7
2.3
1.9
1.4
1.0
0.8
1.0
1.4
1.9
2.5
3.0
3.2
25
3.1
2.7
2.1
1.5
0.9
0.6
0.7
1.0
1.5
2.1
2.5
2.8
2.8
2.6
2.2
1.6
1.1
0.8
0.8
1.1
1.6
2.2
2.8
3.1
26
3.2
2.9
2.4
1.8
1.2
0.8
0.6
0.8
1.2
1.8
2.3
2.7
2.9
2.8
2.4
1.9
1.4
1.0
0.8
0.9
1.3
1.9
2.5
2.9
27
3.1
3.1
2.7
2.1
1.5
1.0
0.7
0.7
1.0
1.5
2.1
2.5
2.8
2.9
2.6
2.2
1.7
1.2
0.9
0.9
1.1
1.6
2.2
2.7
28
3.0
3.0
2.8
2.4
1.8
1.2
0.8
0.7
0.9
1.3
1.8
2.3
2.7
2.8
2.7
2.4
2.0
1.5
1.1
0.9
1.1
1.4
1.9
2.4
29
2.8
2.9
2.8
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.1
0.9
0.9
1.2
1.6
2.1
2.5
2.7
2.7
2.5
2.2
1.7
1.3
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.7
2.1
30
2.5
2.7
2.7
2.5
2.2
1.7
1.3
1.0
1.0
1.1
1.5
1.9
2.3
2.6
2.7
2.6
2.3
2.0
1.6
1.3
1.2
1.3
1.6
1.9
31
2.3
2.5
2.6
2.5
2.3
1.9
1.6
1.3
1.1
1.2
1.4
1.7
2.1
2.4
2.5
2.5
2.4
2.2
1.9
1.6
1.4
1.4
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2.0
2.2
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.1
1.8
1.5
1.3
1.3
1.4
1.6
1.9
2.1
2.3
2.4
2.4
2.3
2.1
1.8
1.6
1.5
1.6
1.7
2
1.8
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.2
2.1
2.0
1.8
1.6
1.5
1.4
1.5
1.7
1.9
2.0
2.2
2.3
2.3
2.2
2.1
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
3
1.7
1.7
1.8
1.9
2.0
2.1
2.1
2.0
1.9
1.7
1.6
1.5
1.5
1.6
1.8
1.9
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.3
2.3
2.1
1.9
1.7
4
1.6
1.5
1.6
1.6
1.8
1.9
2.1
2.1
2.1
2.0
1.9
1.7
1.5
1.5
1.5
1.6
1.8
2.1
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.4
2.3
2.0
5
1.7
1.4
1.3
1.3
1.5
1.7
2.0
2.2
2.3
2.3
2.2
1.9
1.7
1.4
1.3
1.3
1.5
1.8
2.1
2.4
2.6
2.7
2.6
2.3
6
1.9
1.5
1.2
1.1
1.1
1.4
1.7
2.1
2.4
2.5
2.5
2.3
1.9
1.6
1.2
1.1
1.1
1.4
1.8
2.3
2.6
2.9
2.9
2.7
7
2.3
1.8
1.3
0.9
0.8
1.0
1.4
1.9
2.3
2.6
2.7
2.6
2.3
1.9
1.4
1.0
0.9
1.0
1.4
1.9
2.5
2.9
3.1
3.0
8
2.7
2.2
1.5
1.0
0.7
0.7
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
2.8
2.8
2.6
2.2
1.7
1.2
0.8
0.7
1.0
1.5
2.1
2.7
3.2
3.3
9
3.1
2.6
1.9
1.2
0.7
0.5
0.6
1.0
1.7
2.3
2.8
3.0
2.9
2.6
2.1
1.5
0.9
0.7
0.7
1.1
1.7
2.4
3.0
3.3
10
3.3
3.0
2.4
1.7
1.0
0.5
0.4
0.7
1.2
1.9
2.5
3.0
3.1
2.9
2.5
1.9
1.3
0.8
0.6
0.8
1.2
1.9
2.6
3.1
11
3.4
3.2
2.8
2.1
1.4
0.8
0.4
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0.8
1.5
2.1
2.7
3.1
3.1
2.8
2.3
1.7
1.1
0.7
0.6
0.9
1.5
2.1
2.7
12
3.2
3.3
3.0
2.5
1.8
1.2
0.7
0.5
0.6
1.1
1.7
2.3
2.9
3.1
3.0
2.6
2.1
1.5
1.0
0.7
0.8
1.2
1.7
2.3
13
2.8
3.1
3.0
2.7
2.2
1.6
1.0
0.7
0.6
0.9
1.4
2.0
2.5
2.9
3.0
2.8
2.4
1.9
1.4
1.0
0.9
1.0
1.4
1.9
14
2.4
2.7
2.9
2.8
2.4
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.8
0.9
1.2
1.6
2.1
2.5
2.8
2.8
2.6
2.3
1.8
1.4
1.1
1.1
1.3
1.6
15
2.0
2.3
2.5
2.6
2.5
2.2
1.8
1.4
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Phuket lobster Thermidor With mushrooms, whipping cream, white wine, served with saffron rice and flower beans with mashed potatoes
BY @BEACH BAR & RESTAURANT Ingredients 350g Phuket lobster | 50g wild mushrooms | 10g chopped onions | VSOP cognac | white wine | Dijon mustard | cooking butter
SIGNATURE DISH
Dine on the authentic flavours of classical Italian cuisine in the evenings, savour uncomplicated Italian fare for lunch, and enjoy Mare’s award-winning wine list. Mare's Italian Chef, Chef Matteo Verini, offers to indulge you in exciting dishes that feature exquisite local produce and some of Italy’s finest imports either indoors or al fresco, with a view over the beach. Vegetarian and healthy options are also available. With its own wine cellar, high ceiling and décor dominated by warm colours, the private room at Mare is the ideal dining venue for groups of eight and for exclusive dinners.
Tuna O-torro
683 Karon Beach, Patak Road, Tambol Karon, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand Tel : +66 (0) 7620 1234 Fax : +66 (0) 7620 1235 Email : marermcpbr@chr.co.th www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centaragrand/cpbr
Kim Chi / Yuzu / Bonito / Hibiscus / Turnip
BY SEAFOOD AT TRISARA
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Lunch: 12 noon-3pm Dinner: 7-11pm On 4018 between Naithon Beach and Layan Tel: +66 76 310100 www.trisara.com
Method: Cut half of Phuket lobster. Keep head. Extract the meat from the shell. Bake the lobster meat with chopped onions, mushrooms and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Cook medium flambé with VSOP cognac. Add whipping cream and finish with warm butter sauce topped with parmesan cheese in lobster shell. Served with mashed potatoes with mozzarella cheese.
Karon Beach & Patong Beach
About the chef Sanit Thavinporn Life in the kitchen for Chef Sanit Thavinporn began when he was 18 years old. His can-do attitude and his fast learning abilities made him competent in a wide range of culinary styles. He has gained extensive knowledge in French, Italian, Middle Eastern, Chinese and Thai cuisine after working at various venues from restaurants to hotels.
Open daily 6pm-11pm Horizon Karon Beach Resort & Spa Soi Karon, Soi 2, Karon Beach horizonkaron@horizonbeach.com
He believes the culinary world keeps moving, thus he never stops creating, developing and learning from others as well. Chef Sanit’s love and passion for his career, and his rich cooking knowledge, turn ordinary ingredients into sumptuous dishes. @Beach Bar & Restaurant www.katagroup.com/beyond-karon
The only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving Authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India and specializing in Tandoori and Curries.
076 284 555
Open daily 1pm-11pm Horizon Patong Beach Resort & Spa Soi Kep Sap, Patong Beach horizon@horizonbeach.com
076 292 526-30
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Plum Restaurant / Vanilla Sky
International/Thai/Seafood Daily 9am until late South Phuket's premier beach-side bar & restaurant, Nikita's at Rawai, is a real favourite. The absolute seafront, gardensala café-bar with fantastic island views across Chalong Bay, a shady setting & cool sea breeze is unbeatable for relaxing away balmy afternoons & evenings.
Mediterranean Tapas Bar Plum 6-11.30pm Mon Closed | Vanilla 5pm-midnight 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. 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!
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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.
(Sea bass with yellow bean curry sauce and sautéed morning glory)
Dine or relax under the sala, at garden tables or outdoors by the sea. Great food, great music, great wine, great friends… Nikita’s.
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Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort – serves distinctive cocktails and interesting tapas backed by a breathtaking view of Kamala Bay. Step out on the terrace, slip into one of the chairs; you'll feel you've reached a small piece of heaven on earth. Experience Cape Sienna & be surprised by the amazing location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…
BY MOM TRI’S VILLA ROYALE Ingredients 5/600g sea bass gutted & scaled | 20g julienne ginger | 10g chopped spring onion | 5g julienne red chilli Yellow bean curry paste 3 tbsp vegetable oil | 1 tsp red curry paste | 1 tbsp chopped garlic | 1 tsp chopped coriander root | 2 tbsp chopped ginger | 2 tbsp yellow bean paste | 1 tsp sugar | 1 tbsp spring onion | 1 tsp oyster sauce | 100g morning glory | 1 tsp chopped garlic | 1 tsp yellow bean paste | 1 tbsp sliced red chilli | 0.5 tsp soya sauce | 0.5 tsp oyster sauce | 1 tbsp vegetable oil | 3 tbsp chicken stock. Method: Cut down the backbone of the sea bass and over the rib cage, but not cutting through to tail. Remove rib cage. You’ll be left with a whole boneless sea bass with its head and tail intact.
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Season sea bass and place on a tray with banana leaf or greaseproof paper. Spoon the yellow bean curry paste inside the sea bass between the 2 fillets and on top. Bake in an oven at 180°C/ 350°F for 15 minutes. Place the julienne ginger, chopped spring onion and chilli on top of the sea bass. Place in oven for five more minutes. Sauté morning glory with garlic, yellow bean paste and chilli for 30 seconds. Add chicken stock, soya and oyster sauce; reduce for one minute.
Oven roasted Pork shank
Located on the water's edge on Rawai Beach Rd +66 76 288703, +66 81 091 5788 www.nikitas-phuket.com
Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff www.capesienna.com, fb@capesienna.com +66 76 337300
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About the chef
Open from 11am-11pm
Darren Wiper
50 metres south of Makro Chalong Tel: +66 76 384686 www.facebook.com/rossovivoristoranteitaliano
Chef Darren Wiper’s career started with flipping burgers at his local fairground in England. He then went to catering college in London. In 1999 he went to work on a cruise ship with further stints in Ireland, France and Bermuda – finally landing in Phuket in 2008 where he has worked for Mom Tri’s restaurants ever since. Mom Tri’s Kitchen www.momtriphuket.com
cooked 4 hours in wood fired oven with fresh rosemary, served with roast potatoes
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Sunday Seafood Brunch @ Palm Seafood, Twinpalms Phuket
RESTAURANT
Palm Seafood showcases culinary finesse and fine seafood at their seafood brunch with a special afternoon that’ll consist of a buffet of French, Australian, Malaysian and Thai oysters, chilled tiger prawns, blue crab, rock lobster, sushi & sashimi and much more. Desserts include chocolate fountain and macaroons. A special treat will be Boston lobster. Brunch also includes a bottle of house wine per couple. The price is 2,900 baht++. Twinpalms Privilege membership benefits apply. Children 6 – 16 enjoy a 50% discount.
S N O I T O M O R P Beachfront Sunday brunch buffet @ Mosaic Restaurant, Phuket Panwa 114 F1 Beachfront Resort
+66 076 302 900 74 G4
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Kata Rocks Culinary Cinema; a new and trendy culinary film experience, through sight, sound, aroma, texture and taste. Each guest is supplied with a tray of numbered mystery boxes containing a bite-sized tasting menu tailored to specific moments in the film. Price only 1,000 baht++ per person. On 15 Jan and 26 Feb 2016. +66 76 370 777 www.katarocks.com
Experience churrasco BBQ-grilled prime meats and seafood from Brazil, with a special themed buffet every Monday night at 6:30pm – 10:30pm at 850 baht++ per person (excluding beverages). Children under 12 years of age will get a special 50% discount, and children under four dine for free. Terms and conditions apply.
Friday Bondi BBQ @ Zazada Beach Club
19 C2
Experience a delicious Friday BBQ from 1pm – 5pm with live in-house DJs. Sample menu: Grilled lamb chops, marinated prawns, market vegetables, imported sausages and beers. A jar of house wine sangria (for two) 800 baht++. All beers 120 baht++.
+66 7634 0106 www.amari.com
Classy Sunday brunch @ The Grill, Amatara Resort
Culinary Cinema @ Kata Rocks
+66 82 2825615. www.zazadabeachclub.com 116 G1
A new Sunday brunch menu that showcases a range of delicacies from across the world; served every Sun from 12pm – 4pm, 2,100 baht++ per person inclusive of soft drinks and 2,600 baht++ per person inclusive of a bottle of white, red, rosé wine or Chandon Brut sparkling wine per couple. Children aged 4 – 12 years eat for half price. +66 (0) 7631 8888 www.amataraphuket.com
Sunday Brunch @ Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort
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Enjoy our sumptuous brunch at the Pool House featuring a lavish spread of international delicacies, fresh seafood, a children’s food corner, free-flow soft drinks, chilled juices, Singha draft beer, white wine and red wine and classic Mojitos. Chill out or swim a few laps in a massive infinity pool overlooking Kamala bay plus there’s Camp Hyatt access for kids. 1,900 baht net (adults) , 950 baht net (children under 12). Every Sunday 12pm – 3:30pm.
+66 7631 6500 www.twinpalms-phuket.com
Indulge in exotic delights on a lazy Sunday! Enjoy international food, a BBQ station, desserts, live cooking and live duo music. Utilise our fantastic facilities such as the beachfront swimming pool, a fitness centre with private lockers and engage in amazing fun activities. Special price is 399 baht net per person (free for kids under 5), free-flow soft drinks at 149 baht, house wine at 999 baht net per bottle. Sundays from 12am – 4pm. Lunch includes a glass of wine. 449 baht per person. Churrasco BBQ grill @ Amari Phuket
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Sunset BBQ @ Alfa Club & Restaurant, Wyndham Sea Pearl Resort Phuket
64 F5
Enjoy an amazing BBQ buffet with great Variety of BBQ beef, chicken, pork, seasonal salads and fruits while overlooking the Patong skyline and soak in the majestic Phuket sunset. Every Thursday from 6pm – 10pm. Price 800 baht++ buy one get one free! Children 2 –12 pay half price. Full a-la-carte menu and cocktail list available. +66 76 303 500
Sunday roast @ Irish Times, Jungceylon
75 C3
An all-you-can-eat lunch carvery of roast lamb, beef, BBQ ham, chicken, pork, fresh vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and more. Lunch includes a glass of wine. 449 baht per person.
75 D1 Seafood BBQ nights @ The Square, Novotel Phuket Vintage Park
Enjoy our famous Seafood BBQ at The Square restaurant with a variety of seafood as well as international favourites. From 6:30pm – 10:30pm every Mon, Wed and Sat. 790 baht per person. A special wine promotion: 95 baht per glass and 360 baht per ½ litre.
+66 89 972 5122 www.irishtimespub-phuket.com
+66 77 380555. www.novotel.com/8099
3-Course Sunset Dinner @ Boathouse Wine & Grill
107 C5
3-Course Sunset Dinner with choice of Thai or Western menu, every day from 5pm – 7pm at 900++ baht. +66 76 330015. www.boathousephuket.com
Friday night seafood BBQ and fire-show 25 D3 @ XANA Beach Club
Every Friday – divas and bubbles 75 @ Higher, Patong C2
Happy Hour @ RE KÁ TA Beach Club
Amazing ladyboy show high above the Bangla Road. Special promotion: bubbles at 190 baht++ a glass. Starts at 9pm.
Happy Hour every day from 5pm – 6pm and 10pm – 11pm with live DJ music from 5:30pm – 10pm (Mon to Fri) and 2pm – 7pm (Sat and Sun)
XANA’s BBQ features rock lobster, blue crab and white snapper along with a meat selection. There are also seafood bars with a live station. An organic salad bar and Thai dishes are available along with decidedly decadent desserts. 1,390 baht++ per person. Half price for kids under 12. The fire performance takes place on the beach at 7:30pm.
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+66 76 324101 www.xanabeachclub.com
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All you can eat… Tapas and free flow wine: Regular white & red @ 1,390 baht net per person. Premium white, red, rosé and prosecco @ 1,690 baht net per person. Tapas start: 7pm –10pm. +66 76-337300
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s soon as we arrived the concierge took my car keys while a porter took our luggage. The check-in was as it should be: efficient, effortless and fast. A comfortable sofa to sit on, along with a complimentary drink and cold towel, while paperwork was being completed was a great way to ease into relaxed resort mode. We were a little early for the room, so opted to have lunch at the Trilogy Restaurant overlooking the pool. I chose a Wagyu Steak Burger with foie gras and caramelised onions for a tasty but fairly light lunch. My partner went for a traditional Pad Thai. Although at opposite ends of the culinary spectrum, both were cooked to perfection. After lunch, we headed up to our 6th floor room to change and then on to the 350 sqm. Sanctuary spa for a 30 minute body scrub, followed by a 90 minute deep tissue oil massage. I didn’t realise how badly I needed that, after an extra-stressful week at the office! Pure heaven – and so relaxing that I nodded off a few times and had to be gently woken up to change positions. If you have time, you might want to explore Dream Sanctuary’s “Five signature journeys… to awaken the soul and senses for total mind and body transformation”. Whichever way you look at it, a team of friendly professionals ready to pamper you is indeed something to be treasured.
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It’s amazing how quickly the time passes when there’s such variety in your day. We found our room to be perfectly balanced, offering simple relaxation, yet with a fresh, minimalist feel to it – but we spent so little time there! Our next brief visit to the room was to dress for cocktails at VU Rooftop Bar. This is THE best place to be to sip cocktails at sunset.
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Our plan to dine at VU was changed by a brief, but untimely, tropical shower. No problem! Guests at Dream enjoy abundant dining choices: VU, with an easy-eat menu and chill music, Trilogy Restaurant with extensive evening menu and middle-of-the-road music, Indulge – a gentleman’s bar downstairs with a tapas menu and jazz / blues tunes. And of course, there’s a full 24-hour à la carte room service option, or even your own private chef cooking in your room – which comes equipped with oven and counter top with crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils provided on request.
We relocated to the ground floor to Indulge wine lounge for dinner. I started off with a bourbon-based Dream signature cocktail called Naked, while my partner had a Dreamosa, a concoction of Tanqueray gin, orange basil, Thai syrup, lime juice and sparkling wine. We kicked off dinner with a flavoursome Lobster Bisque and for main course we both ordered a medium/rare Rack of Lamb, accompanied by a wine sauce and garden vegetables. Dessert was coffee and a Tiramisu for me and the Thai classic dessert, Mango and Sticky Rice for my partner.
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The décor was very much old traditional gentlemen’s club style, with comfy leather chairs and loungers, a cigar cabinet and a meeting room adjoining.
The décor was very much old traditional gentlemen’s club style, with comfy leather chairs and loungers, a cigar cabinet and a meeting room adjoining. All of the restaurants had extensive wine, champagne, spirits and beer menus. The night was still young and we heard from the staff that there was a visiting group of 240 sailors partying at Dream Beach, so we decided to tag along and took the Dream BMW to Dream Beach. They are in the process of importing a traditional Filipino ‘Jeepnie’ for guest transport to and from Dream Beach, which will make for a more colourful option for the short hop.
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Another cool feature was the opportunity to choose your style of pillow – so to avoid that next-morning painful crick in the neck.
When it comes to hotel rooms these days, the finer touches make all the difference. The dual control air-conditioning was a bonus, together with the ceiling fans. We were able to set the air-conditioning temperature fairly high and the fans on low speed – a good combination. But we were caught in a quandary: stay in our luxurious room and enjoy the amenities, including the large made-for-two stone bath tub, standing alone in the middle of the open bathroom, or go out and enjoy all the other amenities Dream has to offer. I am glad all my decisions are not so difficult!
Dream Beach was throbbing when we arrived, with a mix of DJ chill music and DJ backed by a brilliant saxophone player, who hopped onto the bar impromptu and played along with the tunes. The pool was full of dancing guests having a great time. The venue soaked up these 240 guests and more with ease and could easily handle at least double that before it would start to feel a bit crowded. We ended our night at around midnight and took the complimentary transport back to the hotel for our first real chance to explore our room. In our absence, the bed had been turned down, slippers and a mat placed just where needed and a complimentary packet of dried fruits on hand. We discovered that we could dial in a ‘Dream music programme’ with music on request including Chill, Contemporary, Classical and Jazz. The Dream team sets up an iPod and docking station in your room and your selection is played at turndown service in the evening.
We ended our night at around midnight and took the complimentary transport back to the hotel for our first real chance to explore the room.
Another cool feature was the opportunity to choose your style of pillow – so to avoid that next-morning painful crick in the neck. Available options included buckwheat (remains cooler than down/fibre or foam pillows), neck (posture shaped), cotton (soft and gentle) and non-allergenic (synthetic hollow-fill microfiber). We chose the cotton pillows which, together with the impressively comfortable ‘memory foam’ mattress, gave us a perfect night’s sleep.
A choice had to be made – it was morning now and breakfast beckoned, so we reluctantly dragged ourselves out of bed at around 9.30 and headed off to Trilogy. I enjoyed a big à la carte big breakfast of freshly squeezed orange juice, eggs, bacon, hash browns, fried cherry tomatoes, toast and coffee. My more restrained and health-conscious partner was happy to be served yogurt with cereal, fruit, juice and tea. Each to his or her own… One thing we noticed throughout both the beach club and the resort was the careful attention given to an even floor, with no tricky, hard-to-see dips and rises. Both places are disabled-friendly, with ramps where needed. There are also special room facilities for guest with impaired mobility. Doors are wide and lifts are strategically located.
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Worawuth Hongtong Where do you come from and how long have you lived in Phuket. which part of the island do you call home? I come from Ratchaburi, a small province in the west of Thailand. I’ve been living in Phuket for more than 10 years now, in the Thalang District near Layan Beach.
How long have you been in the property business? – and how did you get started in it? It’s been seven years now – I first started in a building contractors company.
Please tell us about your different businesses and how they all fit together We act as consultants for Villas Aelita and Villas Bangtao and Happy Village is a Thai-style project we manage through Nickels Perfect Properties, as we do The Happy Place Condo. But Verve Villas is my first high-end project, through a new management company called Prosperous Developer.
Which has been your favourite project since starting off in the business and why? It has to be Verve Villas as it’s a unique development aimed at those with modern tastes. With Verve Villas I’ve deliberately stayed away from the standard Thai-style design so common on the Island. ‘Best Quality, Style and Luxury’ is our Motto at Verve and this is reflected in the choice of materials we’ve used in this construction. Out of curiosity, I asked to see a dedicated room specifically set up close to reception for those with mobility difficulties. The doors were sliding, there were ample rails in the bathroom and plenty of turning space, with phones handy on the wall. There are a lot of smart things going on at Dream, not directed to any particular age group. Every detail is dedicated to the guests’ wellbeing, no matter who you are.
Checkout time was midday so we had time for a last swim and relax at the poolside bar. Not being daytime drinkers, we opted for a couple of fruit smoothies – a Mango a Go Go and an Orangasm, both enjoyed while we were partly submerged on our bar stools in the pool. We then transitioned to the poolside, partly-submerged loungers and then to the poolside salas to make sure we had our fill of relaxation before returning to our room. We looked at, but didn’t try, the well-equipped gym… there’s only so much time in a day.
What’s unique about Verve Villas? What makes it stand out from the crowd? What’s different is its design and style. If you look around the island a little, you’ll begin to notice similarities in the various building projects. We’re different; so if you’re seeking something out of the ordinary you’ll find it with us.
Where is your main target market? Domestic? International? If international, which countries will most of your buyers come from? Well, I build high-quality properties so they cost a lot and they’re definitely targeted at foreign customers, mostly within ASEAN countries such as Hong Kong, but we also market to Australian customers and even Thai buyers if they’re interested.
Back to our room for a final freshen up and a dip in a frothy bath full of bath salts for 30 minutes or so and we were ready to check out. We must have packed in three days of activities in just one day and night, yet still felt totally relaxed and refreshed. We definitely felt like we’d had a good, albeit short, break from reality at Dream – where the staff were knowledgeable, personable, courteous and, although unobtrusive, always there when needed.
What changes have you seen in the Phuket property market since you’ve become a developer? There’ve been big changes and so yes, it’s all different from when I first started out. I guess there’s a lot more choice nowadays because there are so many options – but this is good for customers.
What is your approach to marketing? We promote Verve Villas by marketing in magazines, online, social media, brochures and through property agencies. In that way clients will get to know us and what we have to offer.
What impact do you expect the coming ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) to have on Phuket’s property market? I think business will be made more exciting and I’m planning ahead for this.
What do you like most about what you do now? I really enjoy developing our properties with the best quality possible when it comes to materials and, of course, to install the best furniture. That’s my policy to ensure success.
What are the hardest things you have to overcome as a Phuket property developer? I think the real problem is corruption. That problem has still to be resolved and is the main reason for unforeseen higher costs in the whole process.
How would you describe your management style and how many people do you manage directly?
Fond memories and good experiences travel well – and we took a number of each away with us.
Sticking to the rules, and applying kindness but not pity. I have over 20 people in my management team, not including labourers on the construction projects.
20 G5 DREAM PHUKET HOTEL & SPA Moo 6, T.Cherngtalay, A.Thalang, Phuket, 83110 Thailand Tel : +66 76 609 888 reservations@dreamhotelphuket.com www.dreamhotels.com/phuket
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Laguna Phuket International Marathon
ADVERTORIAL The Laguna Phuket International Marathon is the largest and fastest-growing destination marathon in Southeast Asia. 2016 marks the 11th edition of Laguna Phuket International Marathon, which is organised by Go Adventure Asia. In response to the anticipated increase in participation, the event will be held over two days, the 4th and 5th of June. The 2km, 5km and 10.5km races will take place on Saturday afternoon, 4th of June, whereas the half marathon and marathon will be on Sunday morning, the 5th of June. All distances sold out in 2015 and 2016 is expected to be another sell out.
Race distances and start times: Saturday 4 June 10.5km run: 05:00am 5km run: 05:20am 5km walk: 05:25am 2km kids’ run: 4:00pm Sunday 5 June Marathon 42.195km: 04:30am Half-marathon 21.097km: 05:30am
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The Laguna Phuket International Marathon attracts participants from all across the globe. In 2015 there were almost 6,000 runners, representing close to 60 nationalities. Just as in previous years, the race starts and finishes in the beautiful grounds of Laguna Phuket. Runners will follow the course out of Laguna and then head north through local villages, pineapple and rubber plantations. The course is very scenic, lined with the lush vegetation typical of Phuket. It’s a fun and family-oriented affair in conjunction with the Laguna Phuket Foundation, which supports educational and social development of local communities, as well as marine and natural environmental conservation. A series of events will kick off on Friday, starting with a twoday expo featuring sponsor booths and a number of activities. Race days on Saturday and Sunday will comprise a 42km marathon, a 21km half-marathon, a 10.5km run, a 5km run, a 5km walk and a 2km kids’ run.
Every 2km there will be an aid station providing water (in cups & bottles), electrolytes (from 12.5km onwards) and fresh fruit. In addition, there will be sponges with iced water to keep everyone as cool as possible. Every finisher will receive a commemorative medal. LAGUNA PHUKET INTERNATIONAL MARATHON www.phuketmarathon.com
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HEALTH & BEAUTY.LEMONGRASS HOUSE
LEMONGRASS HOUSE
Hair Studio 9
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.
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.
Our hairstylists have more than 10 years’ of experience and specialise 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.
HAIR STUDIO 9
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Jungceylon 2nd Floor Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Daily 11am – 10pm : +66 76 600108 ejshin2000@hanmail.net www.phukethairstudio9.com facebook.com/Phuket Hair Studio9 Jungceylon
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, colour-correcting, 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
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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 in-house experts to see and smell the products firsthand. 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.
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PHI PHI ISLANDS Brought to worldwide attention by the 2000 Hollywood adventure drama, The Beach, the Phi Phi Islands are Thailand’s superstars. The islands are a bit of a backpacker legend and a hot topic of conversation amongst many travellers. Their natural beauty is enough to entice any visitor, as the sheer and stately limestone karsts and verdant jungle views are absolutely breathtaking. However, it tends to be the allure of the party scene that brings most visitors Phi Phi.
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he Phi Phi Islands are located equidistant between Phuket Island and Krabi Province on the mainland. There are a number of speedboats and ferries leaving every day at various times and any hotel or tour operator can help with buying tickets and transfers to the pier.
Phi Phi’s main islands are Koh Phi Phi Don and Koh Phi Phi Leh. Koh Phi Phi Leh is a day-tripper’s paradise, and is where the majority of The Beach was filmed. Koh Phi Phi Leh is home to striking Maya Bay – the eponymous ‘beach’ of the movie. Sheltered on three sides by towering 100-metre-high cliffs, whitesand Maya Bay enjoys striking turquoise waters teeming with vividly coloured tropical marine life. Perfect for snorkelling, Maya Bay also has some great scuba diving.
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Diving the Phi Phi Islands is also a popular activity, and avid divers from around the world come to Phi Phi Don to do so. There are a number of dive shops to choose from, and all have staff on hand who speak a variety of languages. For those wanting to learn to dive, the operators on Phi Phi Don have packages offering basic PADI and SSI courses, while more advanced courses are also available.
Phi Phi Don’s also famous for its nightly fire shows. There are a handful of talented fire dancers on the island that amaze the crowds on a nightly basis with their remarkable skills.
Back to that nightlife... on any given night, there’s a party to be found. Just about every beach bar and club on Phi Phi Don offers happy hour specials, where the island’s mixologists concoct refreshing cocktails utilising local ingredients such as coconuts, pineapples, and whatever fruit’s in season, while most of Phi Phi Don’s west-coast bars provide the perfect place to watch the sun set and hug the island’s cliffs. Phi Phi Don’s also famous for its nightly fire shows. There is a handful of talented fire dancers on the island that amazes the crowds on a nightly basis with their remarkable skills.
For the more experienced snorkeller, Shark Point, easily accessible from Long Beach, offers the chance to see black-tip reef sharks in their natural habitat. Snorkelling the areas around Phi Phi Don is a fantastic experience, as the waters offer ample marine life and the coral reefs are expansive. Snorkellers should exercise caution as currents can be strong and, during the SW monsoon season, the swell can be dangerous. If in doubt, go with an organised snorkelling trip.
But Koh Phi Phi Don is where the legendary nightlife is. The island’s infrastructure has been developed into a network of high-end resorts, affordable accommodation, restaurants, cafés and souvenir shops, as well as laid-back beach bars and clubs. Many travellers stop off on Phi Phi Don for a few days to get the most out of it. Although accommodation is plentiful on the island, it’s best to book beforehand to ensure the best value for money. However, if you do arrive on Phi Phi Don without accommodation, rest assured that one of the many touts at the pier will be able to help you sort out something for the night.
Although lazing about the island’s beaches and pools is a popular activity, for the more adventurous traveller, renting one of the island’s elaborately decorated long-tail boats is a must-do. Located pretty much near wherever you are, the long-tail boats offer half- and full-day trips to lesser-known sights and islands around Phi Phi, including Bamboo Island, Mosquito Island and Hin Klang.
And Phi Phi’s quickly becoming a foodie paradise. The island’s eateries offer local cuisine, lots of fresh seafood, Scandinavian fare and an assortment of Western favourites, as well popular Italian dishes, with pizza being an island staple. There’s also a small, local Thai market within the village if you want to buy fresh fruits and veggies or to sample a spicy Thai curry. The island’s souvenir shops sell the usual T-shirts, fisherman pants, sarongs and postcards, but there are also a few interesting artisan shops in the village well worth taking a look at, as they offer handmade leather goods such as bags and shoes at affordable prices. Phi Phi also has ample pharmacies and minimarts in case you’ve forgotten to pack your sunscreen, vitamins or toothpaste.
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Diving around the Phi Phi Islands is also a popular activity, and avid divers from around the world come to Phi Phi Don to do so.
Koh Phi Phi Don also offers a bit of a jungle experience in the form of hiking up to the viewpoint in the centre of the island. The climb is somewhat strenuous and steep, and it normally takes 30-40 minutes. It’s best to take a water bottle along, as the hundreds of steps and twisting trails up to the peak can be difficult in the heat, and you may want to stop for a short break. Upon reaching the top of the viewpoint, hikers are rewarded with lush views of the island and its neighbours, along with the quieter eastern beaches. The Phi Phi Islands offer something for everyone. They make for a good day trip from Phuket or Krabi and are popular for a few days stopover on the way to other destinations further afield. Whether you are hoping to relax or to experience an epic beach party, the Phi Phi Islands is unlikely to disappoint.
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One of the great things about sophisticated Phuket is that, if you want an uninhabited 'island of your dreams' experience, you only have to look east and take your pick! As the map on Page 57 reveals, there are HUNDREDS of islands – accessible by boats of every kind – just waiting to whisk you away to dream for a day... or longer.
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A woman walking home from the fields.
The people of Issan are some of the friendliest and most hospitable you’ll meet.
Public transport is surprisingly effective, extensive and affordable, but to really get up close and personal with these roads less travelled, rent a vehicle and go explore on your own.
Untouched
A good place to start is in Ubon Ratchathani. The city, in the easternmost part of Thailand close to the border with Laos, is anything but a backwater – except perhaps in conventional tourism terms – and visitors will perhaps be surprised to see hip cafés and stylish boutiques next to traditional wet markets and modest street kitchens. Ever since a group of Lao princes fled Vientiane and was given royal protection by King Taksin in Ubon, the city has been a place of convergence for various peoples and nationalities, most notably Laotians, but also Chinese and Vietnamese. The diversity is first and foremost felt in the local dishes, which are a mix of pungent salads, spicy soups and fresh spring rolls. A good place to sample the food on offer is Talat Ha (market five).
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Seen from a travel perspective the north-eastern part of Thailand, or Issan as the Thais know it, is relatively untouched, which is all the more reason to go. Northeastern Thailand is the most rural part of the country with most of the population employed in agriculture.
The best way to experience Issan is by road. The region is the least developed in Thailand and although cities like Ubon Ratchathani, Khon Kaen and Udon Thani are rapidly developing, the vast majority of Issan comprises swathes of arable land and misty mountain ranges intercepted by roads of varying standards that connect the many small villages. Public transport is surprisingly effective, extensive and affordable, but to really get up close and personal with these roads less travelled, rent a vehicle and go explore on your own. Talat Ha in Ubon Ratchathani is a great place to visit to become familiar with some of the regional dishes of Issan.
Distances are not greater and you can traverse the region on a motorbike in a day or two.
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A typical Issan meal consists of young papaya salad, minced duck salad, sticky rice and herby greens.
Farming conditions can be difficult in the Northeast, especially during drought.
Buffalos are still used in many small farming villages.
Maybe you won’t find that rare piece of jewellery or an ancient Buddhist relic, but you’ll no doubt be amused and entertained by the local colour.
Drive north along the border to Mukdahan, a small trading town on the banks of the Mekong River. The province is home to a number of ethnic minorities as well as sizeable groups of people from Laos and Vietnam, but it is the drive into town that is the most compelling reason to visit as it takes you along winding roads through lush forest, rolling hills and open fields. Once you enter the city, make your way to the river bank and marvel at the variety of bits and bobs on offer at the roadside market. Maybe you won’t find that rare piece of jewellery or an ancient Buddhist relic but you’ll no doubt be amused and entertained by the local colour.
Pork in various forms: fermented sausages, fried, dried and cooked.
From Mukdahan head west and let Route 12 take you through swathes of more or less arable land, through the province of Kalasin until you reach Khon Kaen, one of the largest cities in Issan and a technological and educational hub. Apart from Khon Kaen University and the city’s silk production, Khon Kaen is known for its grilled chicken, one of the cornerstones in what Thai people consider a typical Issan meal. In fact the people of Khon Kaen province have perfected
A local specialty: ant egg soup with bamboo shoots and fermented fish sauce.
A shack in the fields.
Fried insects are an important source of protein in this region.
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Grilled chicken is the order of the day in Khon Kaen.
the art of grilling chicken and in the district of Khao Suan Kwang the dish is considered to be a bit of an art form. Khao Suan Kwang is located some 40km from Khon Kaen City, but what better way to end a road trip in Issan than by enjoying a meal of somtam (green papaya salad), sticky rice and grilled chicken in this beautiful area of Thailand where few tourists go?
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PROPERTY / HOMES / INTERIORS.THE EMERALD CITY LIFE
PROPERTY / HOMES / INTERIORS.THE EMERALD CITY LIFE
ADVERTORIAL
The Emerald City Life Modern stylish living space... High-end urban lifestyle LOCATION Conveniently located in the heart of Patong’s shopping district, Emerald City is within easy access and walking distance of the area’s entertainment venues. The Emerald City Life Condo @ Patong offers a combination of total immersion in tourist attractions as well as beach relaxation. CONCEPT The newest condominium on offer by the Emerald Development Group, The Emerald City Life Condo @ Patong is a new and exciting condominium project situated in a very convenient and centralised location in Patong, just minutes away from Patong Beach. This new project enjoys a rich blend of urban living and tropical lifestyle.
FACILITIES Swimming pools (includes sky pool and kid’s pool) Smartcard access and CCTV Fitness centre Rooftop garden 24-hour security Internet and cable TV Elevators Construction period: 24 months Total area: Two rai – two buildings with eight floors
Modern classic and stylish in character with a vintage interior concept, the project includes a series of amenities such as a multi-functional natural saltwater swimming pool and a kids' pool; a rooftop swimming pool; 360-degree panoramic views over Patong town and beach as well as eco-friendly layered gardens between floors and buildings. ABOUT THE DEVELOPER
TOTAL UNITS: 254 90 units (Building I) A = 1 Bedroom (29sqm) = 61 units B = 1 Bedroom (27sqm) = 10 units C = 2 Bedrooms (49sqm) = 8 units D = 2 Bedroom (43sqm) = 5 units F = 1 Bedroom (33sqm) = 6 units 164 Units (Building II) B = 1 Bedroom (27sqm) = 143 units E = 1 Bedroom (33sqm) = 7 units G = 1 Bedroom (31sqm) = 10 units H = 1 Bedroom (31sqm) = 4 units
The Emerald Group Development is a real estate development company specialising in the leisure and tourism industry. It focuses primarily on the high-end tourism and residential market, offering innovative opportunities for buyers and investors according to current and future market conditions. The company’s reputation is growing rapidly due to its successful projects on Phuket, which include The Emerald Kathu Golf Condominium, The Emerald Terrace Condominium – Patong, The Emerald Central Condominium – Phuket Town, The Emerald Nirvana Condominium – Kalim, The Jade Villa @ the Emerald Nirvana – Kalim, The Emerald Nirvana Luxe Condominium – Kalim, The Emerald Ao Nang Condominium – Ao Nang, Krabi and the latest project – The Emerald City Life Condominium – Patong.
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BODY CORPORATE MANAGEMENT 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.
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VERVE VILLAS
LOCATION
“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 taking 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.
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.
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.
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
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NZO Villas
one of Phuket's best residential locations
Our rental guarantee programme returns 8% per year for 5 years
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Starting from 8.9m baht
A commitment to excellence A stunning tropical setting on your doorstep The highest level of quality workmanship and interior design Tropical pool villas as smart as they are beautiful Phuket’s finest tropical pool villas only 300 metres from the beach
LOCATION NZO Villas are all about location, situated only 300 metres from the beach. Tucked down a tranquil soi in the south of Phuket, our location is second to none. Owners can indulge in the ultimate tropical paradise setting near pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters and spectacular sunsets. Only minutes away from restaurants and bars, shopping centres, supermarkets, schools and marinas – the convenience of paradise is at your doorstep.
CONCEPT At NZO Villas, we’ve chosen to build unique and modern homes to exacting and high standards while still offering incredible value. All our villas come equipped with our Smart Home systems which enable automation of security systems, climate control, and integration of media and audio systems. The project integrates harmoniously with the natural environment. NZO Villas is a fully gated community with 24-hour supervision and camera control for the whole area. There is a remote control security gate at the entrance.
FOR EACH PHASE (PHASE 1, PHASE 2, PHASE 3)
MANAGEMENT
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Our property management services look after your investment, whether for your own use or for your investment to buy and let Full property management Rental management (also for short-term and holiday letting) Maid service, garden, and pool services Shuttle or taxi services
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Large living and open-plan kitchen space Foundation: Piling with concrete footing Strong concrete (Q Con eco-block) structure Asphalt shingle with roof thermal insulation High-quality ceramic tiles (glossy or matt) from COTTO and Teak Wood Floors in master bedroom Contemporary Designed European Kitchens Wall-placed air conditioners (Daikin) throughout All bathrooms include tiled walls with quality fittings and hot and cold water with mixer taps Spacious roof-covered car park and automatic remote gate control Swimming pool 7m x 4m (average) to 12m x 5m with saltwater overflow pool, Jacuzzi and underwater LED lighting Garden lighting to up-lit the mature tropical landscape, trees and plants
SPACE • Phase 1: 8 Villas with land plot of 270sqm to 520sqm Sold out • Phase 2: 8 Villas on 3,55 2sqm / Completion August 2016* • Phase 3: 9 Villas on 4,200sqm / Completion December 2016* (*The size of the land plot will be according to customers’ wishes)
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Underground electric earthed three-phase system All rooms are connected and wired to cable TV and internet All villas are equipped with LED lights, controlled by dimmer Private water well, water storage (4,000 litres) for each villa Central water storage (20,000 litres) and water pressure pump
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123 C3 NZO VILLAS CO., LTD. Soi Ban Na Tai, Nai Harn, Rawai, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 388801 : +66 85 700 0028 info@nzovillas.com sales@nzovillas.com www.nzovillas.com
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PROPERTY / HOMES / INTERIORS.LAYAN TARA VILLAS
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Layan Tara Villas Layan Tara is located in one of Phuket’s upcoming residential areas, where everything needed for comfortable living is nearby. Only minutes away from restaurants, bars, shopping centres, supermarkets, schools and marinas – the convenience of paradise is at your doorstep. CONCEPT Phase I: There are seven private villas at Layan Tara Phase 1. All the villas come with en-suite bedrooms with airy and spacious living room, dining room, landing area, kitchen and private swimming pool surrounded by lush gardens. The style combines colonial with tropical Thai design.
MANAGEMENT
Starting from THB 8.3 – 20.2 Million
Our property management services look after your investment, whether for your own use or in the case that you buy to rent.
SPACE Layan Tara Villas are designed to be spacious and airy with an attractive and practical layout. The built-up areas start from 200 to 675 sq.m. 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.
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This is a great place to live your relaxed lifestyle in the tropical destination of Phuket. The villas are equipped with Wi-Fi Internet access and numerous other thoughtful considerations for the comfort of the owners and guests.
• Full property management • Rental management (also for short-term and holiday letting) • Maid service, garden and pool services • Shuttle or taxi services SUMMARY: • Developer: Tarasuralai Co. Ltd
Phase II: Brand new single storey detached villas with 2 and 3 bedrooms. The villas’ style is simple and minimalist, presenting clean lines and fresh décor.
• Ownership: Leasehold / Freehold
They offer big and cozy bedrooms facing their own private swimming pool, along with an open living/dining area. The living room with its refined décor creates a cozy and homely atmosphere, and is perfect for laid-back evenings. Spacious master bedrooms come with fitted wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, equipped with bathtub and separate outdoor rain shower.
• Condition: Ready to Move In / Under Construction
• Total Units: 41 • Complete: 2016
Garden Zone: Gorgeous spacious 3-bedroom villas with continental European style decoration, manicured lawn and a new private swimming pool. The sleeping area consists of double master bedrooms and one twin room. All bedrooms are fitted with wardrobes and drawers.
21 B4 LAYAN TARA 215 Moo 4 Baandon-Koktanode Road, Thepkasattri , Thalang 83110, Phuket : +66 76 274454, +66 87 2828118 info@layantara.com, layantaravilla@gmail.com www.layantara.com FB: LayanTaraVillas Line ID: LayanTara Skype: LayanTaraVilla Twitter @ LayanTaraVilla IG: LayanTaraVilla
The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with enclosed shower and bathtub and the guest bedroom has an en-suite shower room and exotic open-plan bathtub. The kitchen has built-in cabinets and modern fitted appliances, including gas cooking hob and an extractor hood. The outdoor salas are ideal for private BBQ dinners by the pool.
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is decorated with local modern furnishings with a luxurious Jacuzzi bath in the en-suite bathroom. Some of the bedrooms open onto a balcony making the most of the wonderful views. Each villa offers spacious living room areas and a modern, fully-fitted kitchen, designed for sharing. Whether your party is large or small, our private chef and caring and attentive maid will look after your every need. Relax on the contemporary sofas, or stretch out on the comfortable loungers in the outdoor sala and take in romantic views of the garden and the lakefront pool. Alternatively, chill out in front of the pool, or enjoy alfresco dining on the spacious outdoor decking area.
DEVELOPER The Lake House are developments by Phuket Greenland Property Co., Ltd., a developer with many years experience working on major developments throughout Thailand. Being contractors themselves, the developer ensures that every detail of construction meets the highest standards by incorporating the best construction industry practices. All in all, it’s quality craftsmanship you can trust.
MANAGEMENT The Lake House offers legal assistance for ownership with full villa management and rental services available, ensuring owners and visitors not only a high standard of service, but peace of mind.
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The Lake House Where lifestyle meets nature Tucked away in a quiet, idyllic residential area surrounded by nature, you’ll find the beautiful Lake House development. Located in the western part of Phuket Island, near Laguna complex, Boat Avenue and the white sandy beaches of Bangtao and Layan, the Lake House is close enough to enjoy local amenities and facilities the area has to offer, while at the same time providing a rural retreat from mainstream tourism.
CONCEPT
Please come to see and enjoy our show villas - everything is completely furnished and ready to move in.
The Lake House offers 18 affordable, luxury pool villas (9 villas on lakeside and 9 villas with garden view), with a plot size varying from 400sqm to 720sqm. Our villas, one- or two-storey, consist of threefour bedrooms and all are fully furnished and ready to move into.
Phuket
One-storey villa: 3-4 bedroom contemporary pool villas with a built area of up to 450sqm. Total land area 400-800sqm.
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Two-storey villa: 4 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The total build area is 589sqm. Total land area 652sqm. All bedrooms are tastefully furnished, complete with teakwood flooring and feature a king-size bed and individually controlled air-conditioning units as well as ceiling fans. The master bedroom
LIVING LAKESIDE Our beautifully designed, oriental-style pool villas are built to the highest European specifications standards and combine classical and contemporary Thai-style design with solid features throughout. With innovative use of light and space, designs effortlessly blend traditional and tropical styles, creating a truly unique home. Villas are spaced around a large lake where you and your family can relax with a gentle breeze to keep you cool on the warmest days. The Lake House villas focus on spacious, open-plan living space complemented by an integrated indoor and outdoor area. The natural living experience is further enhanced by the floor-toceiling glass windows and doors. So iP asa k 13
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The Lake House is one of the premier lake view villas in Cherngtalay, a peaceful rural sanctuary, and is a five-minute drive to the unique boutiques and upscale restaurants of Laguna complex and Boat Avenue. Jet-skiing, para-sailing, fishing and golf are all close by and Phuket Town is a 30-minute drive away.
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PROPERTY CHOICE.VILLA ISLAND PLANTATION
PROPERTY CHOICE.COCO SEA
Villa Island Plantation Phuket
Coco Sea
Location: Villa Island Plantation tropical homes are located in a tranquil area close to the lush green hills of southern Phuket. Only a few minutes’ drive to Nai Harn Beach, one of Phuket’s finest white-sand beaches, Villa Island Plantation is in a popular expat area. There are restaurants, shops, schools, golf courses, hospitals and marinas – all situated a short drive away.
The new ultimate vacation condominium at Nai Harn:
Ownership: You may own the villa and land freehold. The land can also be leased on a 30-year lease (including two prepaid 30-year renewals) effectively rendering 90 years.
• Innovative design and the newest high-quality construction technology with significant capital appreciation • Guaranteed rental programme of 6% net return • Experienced developer portfolio of successful development
Price range: Prices start from an affordable 8.9 million baht for the spacious 195sqm, two-bedroom, twobathroom pool villas. At only 45,000 baht/sqm, the villas represent some of the best value in Phuket.
Location: Nai Harn Beach, Phuket’s ‘best beach’ (Trip advisor survey March 2015)
Concept: Situated amongst rubber trees and within close proximity to the verdant hills, each tropical home is designed to embrace Nature. Indoor areas merge seamlessly with outdoor terraces, pools, and lush gardens. The feeling of calm and serenity is omnipresent.
Concept: Coco Sea is inspired by swathes of exotic coconut palms. 12 beautiful asymmetric towers stem from flowing seamless swimming pools, emulating the crystal-clear water of the Andaman Sea.
Space: The two-bedroom villas at Villa Island Plantation are spacious and airy with the use of numerous folding and sliding doors and windows that invite the outdoors inside. The built-up areas are close to 200sqm each and sit on land plots averaging 275sqm. Intelligent layouts make the best possible use of the available spaces. Each villa features a private swimming pool with a soothing waterfall and a spacious terrace that connects the master bedroom, main living areas and the guest bedroom.
Price Range: Starting from 3.5 million baht
Total 376 condominium units. 94 units direct pool access. One third of the development features luxuriant Specifications: The villas at Villa Island Plantation offer excellent-quality materials at affordable prices. A beautiful swimming pool connects the two main villa pavilions. The grounds include the pool, outdoor terraces, a private car park, and garden. The master bedroom offers a stunning 4.5-metre high lofted wood ceiling and tropical hardwood floors. There’s a walk in closet with built-in tabak-wood wardrobes and a huge master bathroom with double sinks, a showcase bathtub, and separate showers. The rest of the property is finished with high-quality ceramic tiles. The kitchen is equipped with high glossy cabinets and fully equipped with brand-name appliances.
Management: We pride ourselves on being able to provide valuable after-sales service and, to this end, we have created a range of services to help you manage and protect your investment. Secure optimum capital returns by buying early in a proven location Act now to avoid disappointment. 122 H2 COCO SEA BY COCO GROUP Moo 1 Soi Naya, Nai Harn Beach, Rawai, Muang District, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 384245, : +66 91 2294070 sales@cocovilla.net, info@cocovilla.net www.cocovilla.net
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Investment: We have expanded both the service and capabilities to offer a fixed 6% net guaranteed rental return to early buyers of our Coco Sea vacation condominium units. Combining this prime location with value pricing and high construction quality guarantees long-term capital appreciation. Our philosophy is to develop exciting, high-quality lifestyle properties and related services to ensure stressfree investment opportunities for our buyers and owners.
Owners may choose the colour of the pool and floor tiles. Furniture packages and upgrades are also available. VILLA ISLAND PLANTATION
swimming pools extending over 3,000sqm and surrounding the buildings.
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NAI HARN: Innovative design and the newest high quality construction technology in this unique development inspired by swathes of exotic coconut palms. 376 total units located a few steps from Nai Harn beach. 6% net guarantee rental return CONDO
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KAMALA: Newly launched luxury beachfront residences located on the West Coast of Phuket at Kamala Beach with 100 meters of direct access to the stunning Andaman Sea.
Luxury Beach Condo
THB 15m
NAI THON: Spacious 3 bedroom tropical style condo in a luxury condominium development only a few steps from beautiful Nai Thon beach. This condo is furnished with quality furnishings and is being sold at less than purchase price for a quick sale.
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KAMALA: Modern design 2 bedroom pool villas with private roof top terrace, sky and sun-light via the glass roof skylight feature. Set on a secluded site with breathtaking mountain views, yet just three-minutes from Kamala Beach.
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SURIN: Phase 2 of a successful condo development located only a few minutes walk to both Surin and Bangtao beaches. Great investment property, 7% rental guarantee for 3 years. 1 and 2 bed, and Duplex units available.
Mountain View Villas
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.
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About the 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 2012, 2013 and again in 2015.
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.
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!
Affordable Luxury Condos THB 3.49m
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RAWAI: The villa offers luxury comfort, total privacy and safety in a relaxed environment. This private pool villa has open-plan living room and two bedroom suites look directly onto tropical outdoor area with dining terrace.
Space: Anchan Villas are designed to be spacious and airy with an attractive and practical layout. The built-up areas start from 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.
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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.
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Surin Beach Views
THB 69m
SURIN: Spectacular 3 bedroom luxury villa overlooking Surin beach. Situated in a secure and private estate within walking distance of the beach, the villa sits on a large 1,724sqm land plot with enough room to build an addition or even a second sea view villa.
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Wonderful Ocean Views
THB 148m
NAI THON: Magnificent Sea View Estate overlooking spectacular Nai Thon beach in a luxury private estate of only 18 villas and has access to a private beach club. 4 ensuite bedrooms all with sea views, media room, fitness, elevator.
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.
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PROPERTY / HOMES / INTERIORS.ISS SECURITY SERVICES
PROPERTY / HOMES / INTERIORS.TILE-IT
Discover the best solution for your floor or wall, exterior and interior
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The need for integration 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.
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.
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. What we do • • • • •
Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) Access Control System Central Monitoring Service Fire Suppression System System Integration
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• Our north Phuket showroom is located in an easily accessible area of Cherng Talay at Wana Park on Srisoonthorn Road, not more than five minutes from the Two Heroines Monument. • Our south Phuket showroom is located opposite HomePro Village at Plaza Dracaena on Chaofa West Road, just a stone's throw from Chalong Circle. • Or if you are on a visit to Bangkok, drop by our showroom at Brighton Place.
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TRAVEL.TRANG CAVE
TRANG CAVE by John “Caveman” Gray
Thailand’s limestone features not only provide uniquely beautiful mountains, but when brittle rock cracks and the rainwater attacks, the elements eventually create cavities known as caves. Over the eons, water passes through, enlarging them along cracks called fault lines. The combination of rainwater percolating through iron-stained rock and the pH differential (acidalkaline) eats away at the limestone. Eventually, some ‘wet’ caves grow large enough to allow human passage – including traversal by kayaks.
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ome 17 percent of Mother Earth’s surface is limestone. Southeast Asia, especially Thailand, is peppered with limestone formations. Drive to Krabi and classic monoliths surround you. Thanks to plate movements, limestone is often uplifted, forming dramatic red, orange and yellow mountains and canyons that make great eye candy. Limestone is brittle and all things brittle eventually crack, resulting in magnificent formations that reveal even more spectacular hues. When limestone protrudes from the sea, the mineral’s basic white colouration is usually stained by iron, its symbiotic neighbour, creating the spectacular red, orange and yellow mosaics we know from Khao Sok to Satun
When limestone protrudes from the sea, the mineral’s basic white colouration is usually stained by iron, its symbiotic neighbour, creating the spectacular red, orange and yellow mosaics we know from Khao Sok to Satun
With a ceiling up to 10 metres high, the Philippines’ eight-kilometre-long Palawan Underground River is the king of limestone caves. It was created by freshwater percolation after the seas retreated. That underground river is spectacular enough, but a recent ‘discovery’ in Trang Province in southern Thailand now rivals the World Heritage site, not in length but in ‘decoration’ – meaning stalactites, stalagmites, fossils and flowstone along the limestone cave.
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LOCAL TIPS: If you’re part of the five-star crowd, try the Anantara Si Kao. It’s spectacular, well designed, on the beach, luxurious and the Italian chef there is crazy enough to have you in tears of laughter. If you’re on a budget try the Pakmeng Resort next door. It has cable TV and air-con.
The valley is so spectacular I felt I was in a veritable Shangri-la, but training was more important than valley sightseeing so we returned to the village. Since my Thai is horrible, Tee delivered the Thai language training, consisting of kayak skills and safety.
Please DO NOT visit the Rocha Mong Kon Zoo and Aquarium at the far end of the beach. I’m a grown man and I cried. It was the first time I’ve ever seen aquarium tanks so small that even the fish were psychotic – and the zoo ‘prison’ next door is even worse. This raptor-rehabber was in tears over the zoo’s white belly sea eagle – one of the most majestic specimens I’ve ever seen. It’s never been out of its cage and the staff members are so boneheaded they don’t understand the eagle would return home every night if they treated it right and left the door open!
In Trang’s Tung Wa village, the locals have known the Ste Go Bon as it’s called, for eons. It’s not rocket science to them! The large cave entrance is obvious as it welcomes the many streams flowing in from the area’s dramatic amphitheatre-like valleys. Inspired by John Gray’s Sea Canoe’s (JGSC) success in Phuket, the Trang pu yai baan (local headman) purchased 25 sit-on-top kayaks for the village. However, the villagers had no training – essential when wishing to promote safe tours along a totally dark four-kilometre-long wet cave.
Land or sea limestone caves are incredibly delicate. Cave conservation is as important as human safety and no responsible person wants to harm cave decorations formed over thousands of years. After training, everyone joined in. There were a couple of tight squeezes but all went well in the end. Village guides helped neophytes negotiate the rocks and tunnels. No problems there. After an uneventful first 30 metres leading to a tight squeeze, Ste Go Bon becomes four kilometres of non-stop eye candy. Fortunately, most decorations are too high to reach, so they should remain intact for decades to come.
The valley is so spectacular thatI felt I was in a veritable Shangri-la, but training was more important than valley sightseeing so we returned to the village. Since my Thai is horrible, Tee delivered the Thai language training, consisting of kayak skills and safety.
They contacted JGSC lead guide Tee Ra Yout C and, along with our paddle guides, off we went to Trang with no idea of the treasure we were about to find. Ste Go Bon cave is fairly flat and shallow, making the extremely colourful cavern unusually safe as freshwater caves go. The stream runs through the village, so my first concern was the source. We drove dirt tracks into the jungle and eventually hiked, finding an impressive limestone amphitheatre valley sculpted by numerous high waterfalls.
From left to right: Narongrit Thongprue, Director of Satun Geopark, Teerarut “Tee” Mankul, Lead Guide and Kayak Trainer, Sermchai “Karn” Jitkeor and Teerayut “Sak” Chamnina.
The channel is wide, shallow and slow, so getting into trouble requires hard work. Those spectacular decorations are high, beyond reach, and thick. Only a true idiot would clamber off a kayak and struggle up a slippery slope to try to do any damage. Everybody applied the Golden Rule of kayaking as we all stayed together in the shallow waters. Way too soon there was light at the end of the tunnel, meaning the culmination of a spectacular trip. The cave decorations were varied and spectacular, the village kayakers well trained, helpful and professional, and at the trip’s end we found ourselves in the mangroves of Satun Province – in saltwater, the cave is that long! We paddled to a pier where our trucks were waiting to take the dazzled kayakers back to the village.
With Tee translating I presented cave safety and conservation. Tee emphasised my points. Land and sea caves must be respected. Taking caves lightly is very dangerous and cave protection amplifies the need for paddling skills. We stressed the essential concepts: • Never take off your lifejacket • Always use your flashlight • Never touch flowstone or decorations • Stay as a close group • Next time you buy kayaks, consult us first! windowonphuket.com
The two-province Ste Go Bon cave deserves to be on your ‘bucket list’. Visit it while you can!
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LEGAL MATTERS.BORROWING MONEY
Raising money from your business assets
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aising credit and finance in Thailand is tough. If you have a new business, banks will generally not wish to take credit risk until you have a proven track record of revenues to support any credit you take. Even then, credit will be subject to various conditions which may even include lodging land title as security (if your company happens to own land) or actually depositing permanently the amount of credit you wish to take in the bank’s custody – effectively defeating the purpose of taking credit. On 1 July 2015, the majority of various provisions of the Business Collateral Act (BCA) came into effect. The BCA was drafted by Government to try to help Small Medium Enterprises (SME) in Thailand to raise finance. There is also a wide attempt to try and limit the number of private ‘loan shark’ style arrangements often taken by business people who experience cash crunches but
There is also a wide attempt to try and limit the number of private ‘loan shark’ style arrangements... cannot obtain credit under the invariably inflexible, but highly profitable, banking system. The BCA provides a different way for businesses to leverage finance. The borrowers (the security providers) can now use deposit accounts, inventories, machinery, intellectual property, trademarks and the like as security.
Under the BCA, there is no ‘credit limit’. The limit relates to the value of the security in commercial practice. At the moment, the fees for registration of the collateral contract are unknown, as the fees have not yet been published in the Government Gazette. This process should be beneficial to those persons who wish to borrow or lend and would prefer some security which is identifiable and registrable, when the borrower doesn’t have land, or the lender simply cannot take security over land – or does not wish to. Another advantage of the procedure under the BCA is that enforcement of the security is also meant to be faster. It is stated in the BCA and supporting implementing regulations that, in the event of default, a judge must ‘immediately’ arrange for a trial date
Lenders (the security takers) can now register this arrangement at the Business Collateral Registration office. The contract between the borrower and lender is enforceable and binding only after it has been executed and registered.
This is very interesting, as the courts of Thailand are well known to be overloaded with cases at present, thereby making swift justice difficult.
Some knowledgeable readers may wonder how the BCA is different to the previous ‘micro-finance’ and ‘nano-finance’ policies of Thai Government and banks of the past. Under those schemes, borrowers simply didn’t have any security but the limits for borrowing were set at 200,000THB for micro-finance and 100,000THB for nano-finance.
and the proceedings will be conducted continuously until the civil hearing is completed. This is very interesting, as the courts of Thailand are well known to be overloaded with cases at present, thereby making swift justice difficult.
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If the BCA achieves what it is meant to, then there will be better opportunities for businesspeople to make arrangements to develop their businesses and for those that are wlling to help to obtain better protection and enforceable security. This would reduce, one might think, the ‘back of an envelope’-style loan agreements that often pass the desks of lawyers.
By Desmond Hughes (Senior Partner) and Kochakorn Suwannachuen (Paralegal), of Hughes Krupica. Hughes Krupica is a law firm which specialises in Real Estate; Construction; Hospitality; Corporate; Marine; 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
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cott Bradley of East Marine Asia is a man with a vision. He has a veritable arsenal of spectacular ideas to ensure that his vision continues to push his companies to the forefront of the yachting industry, not only in Phuket but also throughout Southeast Asia. The recent opening of an East Marine Asia branch at Ao Po Grand Marina proves that Scott’s vision is heading in the right direction. Scott has spent his entire life around boats. At the tender age of four, while living on a boat with his father, Scott learned how to sail his first dinghy. By the age of six, he was helping to build boats and in 1988 Scott became a qualified shipwright. Scott first came to Phuket 25 years ago when by chance he met Kanit Yongsakul, the owner of the Boat Lagoon. In those days, the Boat Lagoon was more of a private marina but Scott knew it had the potential to become much more. Khun Kanit approached him and asked just what he wanted to do. The answer was simple: “Build a factory.” So Khun Kanit helped Scott build the factory and in 1997, he opened his own yacht repair facility there. As a long-term expat on Phuket, Scott has seen the island change a lot over the years. He reflects on the sheer number of people that live here now, and how the influx of tourists has continued to help the island grow. Scott fondly remembers a Phuket that most of us have never experienced, “All of those years ago, the roads were so different. They were mostly dirt, and we actually rode dirt bikes to get around.”
At the age of four Scott learned how to sail a dinghy. By the time he was six, he was helping to build boats and in 1988 he became a qualified shipwright. Although Scott realises that Phuket is going through a bit of a slow time, he commends the changes being made to the infrastructure of the island, including how well the new airport is coming along. “It’s easy to complain about how the traffic has been lately, but people need to get over that.” He believes that all of the changes that the island’s going through will benefit his businesses and continue to help them grow. With the new Ao Po Grand Marina branch, Scott’s vision for his company is simple: to encompass everything that’s to do with water. Rebranding with the new motto ‘Life on Water’, Scott hopes more people in Phuket will start to embrace the yachting and water sports lifestyle. Scott is a savvy business man, and he credits the success of his companies to a number of factors: “We’ve got a pretty good reputation for boatbuilding, a reputation that’s spread by word of mouth and indeed in the beginning, we had lots of work from Hong Kong, based on personal recommendation.”
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He also has a good team behind him, most of whom have been with him for longer than eight years. His staff members help him to maintain the goal of concentrating on high-quality products and service for their clients. “The main factor behind our growth is that we’ve always looked at really high-end products for East Marine.” A devoted family man, Scott is married and has two young children. He says his wife is an excellent cook, and enjoys Thai food with massaman curry his favourite.
Scott wants to push young Thai people to get them to enjoy sailing and hopes that one day the Royal Thai Navy will support sailing in Phuket as much as they do on the Eastern Seaboard. He’s doing his best to eat healthily these days and to take care of himself, having worked with a lot of toxins in his life, and has turned to a healthier diet in order to ‘keep clean’. Scott says that sometimes staying on track can be hard, especially because his wife is “putting stuff on the table that makes you not want to go out and eat.” Although free time can be rare for Scott, when he does have it, he enjoys relaxing with his wife and children at home. It may have taken 25 years, but in December Scott saw one of his dreams come true as he participated in the 2015 Phuket King’s Cup Regatta on his very own racing yacht which he hopes will continue to be a competitive in the future. Scott wants to push young Thai people to get them to enjoy sailing and hopes that one day the Royal Thai Navy will support sailing in Phuket as much as they do on the Eastern Seaboard. He feels that in order for the sailing lifestyle to gain more momentum in Phuket, Thai nationals need to get involved, whether as crew members or just by being adventurous and going out on a boat. “For Thais, the sailing lifestyle in Phuket could really evolve, and it could also turn into something to give back to the community,” he muses. “Supporting and doing things for the local community is important.” The best advice that Scott offers to those interested in yachting and sailing is to simply get out on a boat and give it a try. “The best boat is always someone else’s,” Scott smiles.
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Being in style isn’t about showing off one’s wealth or taste anymore. Those who live in the tropics at least partially throughout the year know that the clothes you wear in the heat aren’t just a matter of fashion; everyday attire also needs to be functional and airy. Seasonal styles aside, natural materials like cotton, silk, bamboo fibre and their mixtures – all staple fabrics in resort clothing – provide comfort in high humidity. Even those who don’t consider themselves fashionistas will admit that being comfortable and presentable in high temperatures is a matter worthy of their consideration.
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With more and more brands offering pieces that blend comfort and style, choosing the right day and evening attire can be challenging for both sexes. Many ladies get tangled up in picking out matching shorts and tops, bikinis and dresses, nightgowns and sandals, and pairing them with the right jewellery and accessories. A number of gentlemen, on the other hand, feel overwhelmed by bright hues and bold patterns that seem to be a must in current male summer resort wear.
Those who live in the tropics, at least partially throughout the year, know that the clothes you wear in the heat aren’t just a matter of fashion; everyday attire also needs to be functional and airy.
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Beach daywear To try and help with this, we’ve prepared some fashion advice and general guidelines based on what’s available in local boutiques. For both sexes, looking good on the island’s whitesand beaches or by turqoise swimming pools begins with the right swimwear – and you won’t go wrong if you look no further than 69 Slam! Once you have the bathing suit of your preference, you’ll want to pick out a rayon shirt or a top that covers arms and shoulders. Men who chose swim briefs would need a pair of longer trunks or beach shorts as well, while those who opt for bright boardshorts can combine them with a dark coloured yet light cotton T-shirt.
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Regardless of the bikini style a lady likes – and ladies tend to own multiple swimming suits anyway – most will turn a few heads wearing a pair of denim shorts, a knitted beach dress or a simple but bright-coloured dress above knee length. If you’re looking for a bit of summer magic, local boutiques have gorgeous kaftans on offer, from rich-looking single coloured ones to shimmery kaftans in bright shades and with bold prints. As for footwear, the beach look comes down to a single principle: wear a pair of thongs if you’re heading to a sandy destination. Otherwise, opt for strapped open-toe shoes that match your outfit (ladies) or a pair dressy sandals in earth tones (men).
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A great look for the fairer sex includes a pencil skirt and a knitted top paired up with flats or wedges. Midi and maxi dresses are also a lovely choice but it’s advisable to take a scarf to cover your shoulders (which is called for while visiting a temple or walking in the sun). You’ll also need sunglasses, a hat and jewellery that complements your outfit; bigger and bolder pieces go well with subdued sand tone combinations, and delicate ornaments match bright and otherwise eye-catching dresses.
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Dressing for days when you want to be out and about, visiting attractions or brunching with friends, is the time most tropical wear disasters occur. Even if you apply plenty of sunscreen and plan to stay indoors most of the day, you still want to wear a lightweight attire made of natural fabrics that cover and protect you from the harsh Phuket sun.
Evening wear In Phuket, the sun sets rather early, so refreshing breezes and starlit skies set the scene for exquisite wining and dining in amazing outdoor settings. The cooler temperatures allow for a greater selection when it comes to evening wear, so both the ladies and gents can embellish their looks with light dinner jackets. Most women can’t resist an evening kaftan that flatters almost every figure. Flowing evening frocks are often a bit thicker than those made for daytime
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The choice of lightweight pants and dress shorts will appeal to most as well, and lastly for footwear, funky espadrilles or a pair of closed-toe shoes made of breathable materials are a must.
Resort wear collections are a great opportunity for men to step out of their comfort zone by selecting a bold print or a bright playful shirt. Luckily, trends have surpassed leafy botanical prints as the only option and there are truly great colour combinations and styles for every taste. Regardless of whether you have the courage to give a colourful shirt a try or if you prefer to stick to classic designs, Phuket is the place to expand your collection. The choice of lightweight pants and dress shorts will appeal to most as well, and lastly for footwear, funky espadrilles or a pair of closed-toe shoes made of breathable materials are a must.
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In Phuket, the sun sets rather early, so refreshing breezes and starlit skies set the scene for exquisite wining and dining in amazing outdoor settings.
activies and they normally call for carefully selected, subdued accessories. Futhermore, many of the island’s boutiques offer beautiful and one-of-a-kind feminine silk tops that go well with timeless white pants. Alternatively, make a statement with a shorter dress that’s been embroidered with silver or gold details, and a pair of high-heel sandals. Men showcase their fine taste by choosing perfectly fitted items made of high-quality materials. At nighttime, many choose light-coloured shirts or suits that accentuate their tan. Cooler temperatures also mean that you can play with fabrics and wear a poplin or a silk long-sleeve shirt – or stay true to striking and printed items. Much like seasonal runway fashion, each resort wear collection brings its own styles. For example, 2016 catalogues are introducing a mix of crop tops, skirts, slouchy pants and hoodies, suggesting a modern twist that may not be everyone’s cup of tea. But there are classics that never go out of style, and Phuket is a place where some imagination and fabric awareness makes all the difference between hot and cool.
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Asia-Pacific Cigar, Whisky & Lifestyle Expo 2015 Post-Show Report The inaugural Asia-Pacific Cigar, Whisky & Luxury Lifestyle Expo (APCWL) 2015 was held at Royal Phuket Marina from 23 - 25 October and welcomed an unprecedented number of exhibitors, sponsors, visitors and speakers. As well as showcasing over 20 premium cigar brands and over a dozen different craft beers, APCWL also featured two of the world’s leading whisky companies in Pernod Ricard (The Glenlivet and Chivas Regal) and William Grant & Sons (Glenfiddich), both of whom took full advantage of the diverse audience with a number of whisky tasting events and workshops. In addition, APCWL also featured some of the leading brands in the luxury products and consumables industries, including The ChindAsia Club, Bang & Olufsen, Royal Phuket Marina, Asalon Furniture, Sunseeker Thailand, Simpson Marine, Go Boating (Thailand) and top regional media. Other luxury events were also represented at APCWL, most notably Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show and Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX), which will take place at Royal Phuket Marina in January 2016.
The three-day event enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere with visitors and exhibitors mingling together in the popular Craft Beer Bar, or taking part in one of the several Cigar & Whisky Tasting Sessions. The laid back atmosphere was accentuated by a comprehensive activity programme which encouraged visitors to take part in bar training sessions, media workshops and mixology sessions. The event was rounded off by an exciting social calendar that included Whisky & Cigar Pairing Dinners and a closing BBQ and Pool Party. The organisers, Hathor Investment Group Limited, would like to thank all sponsors, media partners, exhibitors, speakers and visitors who were part of the success of APCWL Lifestyle Expo 2015. We hope to see you again at the next edition of APCWL, which will take place at Royal Phuket Marina from 21 - 23 October 2016.
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Muay Thai (Thai boxing) If you prefer a quiet gym, then Rawai Muay Thai Camp or Tiger Muay Thai & Mixed Martial Arts on Chaofa West Road, in the south of the island, might suit you. If you plan to watch a Muay Thai fight for real, you should visit the boxing stadium located in Bangla Road, Patong. Bouts are held every Friday evening from about 8pm. 123 B5
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Wat Phra Tong Wat Phra Tong is also a popular attraction for both visitors and local residents. Phra Tong means “Golden Buddha”. One attraction is that the upper half of the golden Buddha image appears to sprout up from the ground. The image is known as “Phra Phut”. The temple also houses Wat Phra Tong Museum, which has a collection of ancient artifacts from Phuket locals. The temple is located on Thepkrasattri Road, 20 kilometres from Phuket City. 21 G1
Cable Ski Great for speed-lovers: Phuket Wake Park, in Kathu. Try knee boards, double skis, slalom (single) skis, wake boards, ski disks and trick skis. All equipment is available for rent or you can bring your own. Costs from 950 baht for two hours to 1,600 baht for a full day. Daily 7.30am-11pm. Also, try Anthem Wakepark in Thalang, built on a 50,000 sqm natural fresh water lake. Costs from 800 baht for two hours to 1,500 baht for a full day. Daily 9am-6.30pm. 55 C4
Monkey Hill (Khao To Sae) view point.
Phuket Thai Hua Museum
This hill towers over Phuket City and is easily spotted as it’s topped with wireless masts. The narrow approach road allows views of Phuket’s eastern beaches and at the top, there’s a jogging track. This is a favourite place for locals who come here to exercise or just to chill out. There are no specific facilities, but the Khao To Sae shrine makes a pleasant interlude. Don’t forget to bring a bag of peanuts to feed the monkeys, but watch out! Don’t get too close. The monkeys are wild.
Phuket’s oldest Chinese school, Thai Hua School was built in 1911 and is now the Thai Hua Museum, a community and exhibition centre for Baba arts and culture. Many of the exhibits relate to the art and culture of China. Some of the old schoolrooms still remain as they were, with old school desks and photographs of former students. Entrance is free. On Krabi Road, open Tues - Fri, 1-8pm; Sat & Sun 9am-8pm. 81 B4
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BANGTAO Resident DJ Chedi @ Bliss Beach Club. Every Saturday from 2pm – 8pm chill out and enjoy DJ Chedi’s mind-blowing tunes. PATONG Soundwave Sundays @ Bliss Beach Club. Every Sunday from 2pm – 8pm chill out at Bliss and enjoy ‘Phukets Original & Longest Running Beach Party’ With resident and international guest DJs Tommy T, Taz & Q plus DJ K. Drinks specials from 5pm – 6pm.
PATONG International DJs @ Seduction Beach Club & Disco. Guaranteed party atmosphere 7-days a week! The main room has hosted household DJ names such as Skrillex, David Morales, Calvin Harris & Goldie, just to name a few...
PHUKET CITY Live music @ Ploenchit Pub & Restaurant. This is more for local people who love nightlife. Live bands start from 9pm every night.
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Seduction Beach Club & Disco PATONG Live music @ Tai Pan. Classic Rock, and the latest dance hits every night through to 11.45pm with international singers. PHUKET CITY DJ & live music @ Kor Tor Mor Pub & Restaurant. Phuket town. A great spot to experience the local nightlife scene. Live Thai music and the DJ plays international hits.
Bar Bands @ Timber Hut. The real Thai pub scene on the island; a fun place featuring one of Phuket’s great bar bands. PHUKET CITY
One-Off Blues-master Rich Harper @ HOME restaurant. Bluesman Rich Harper and the blues band The Mojo Man will play at HOME restaurant the night of January 2. Bring in the New Year with some great entertainment and a night to remember! Tickets are 500 baht. +66 86 682 2639. PATONG
PHUKET CITY Live music @ Chain of Love, Phuket City. Offers a variety of Thai, local and some international dishes. This location features a private room perfect for a small party. You can also enjoy live music indoors or outdoors – starts 7:30pm every day.
DJ and live music @ Catch Beach Club. Phuket’s original beach club; a perfect place to chill in the afternoon or evening. At night Catch comes alive with DJs and live music until the early morning. SURIN
SURIN DJs & signature cocktails @ Zazada Beach Club. Relax; enjoy the chilled music spun by awesome DJs, signature cocktails and great food. One of the best places in Phuket to enjoy a spectacular sunset! LAGUNA Live DJs @ XANA Beach Club. Resident DJ Wii’s chill-out set provides a background ambience. Every day in the evening ‘till late.
REGULAR EVENTS
Rotary Club of Patong Beach. Meets each Tuesday at 7pm. www.rotarypatong.org
Phuket Yacht Club. Swap meet. Bring in your unwanted items on the last Saturday of each month; sell or trade for another treasure. Marine gear will be on display along with other items. There’s live entertainment, a sausage sizzle and more. www.phuketyachtclub.com
Lions Club of Patong Beach. Dinner 2nd Tuesday each month. +66 81 374 2088 www.lions-club-patong.org
Grumpy Old Men’s Society. Meets 1st & 3rd Monday each month. vguytonbeck@gmail.com.
Phuket Hash House Harriers. Regular hash every Saturday .Tinmen Hash (men only) 1st Wednesday each/month. Iron Pussy Hash (women only) 2nd Wednesday each month. Pu-ying Hash (for families) middle Sunday each month. Kamala Koma Hash (mixed adults) last Tuesday each month. www.phuket-hhh.com
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Skal International Phuket & South Thailand. Monthly dinners, usually with speaker. www.skalphuket.org Outrigger Hotels/Twenty Cricket League. Matches each Sunday. Touch rugby every Wednesday evenings. www. phuketcricketgroup.com / www.acgphuket.com. British Chamber of Commerce in Thailand (BCCT). BCCT holds about four Phuket business dinners per year, with excellent topical speakers, usually from out of town. For information about upcoming dinners visit www.bccthai.com or contact Greg Watkins at greg@bccthai.com
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