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 Vichit Municiplaity Phuket Mini Marathon 2010
7 February @ Vichit Municipality offices, Phuket Town
Vichit Municipality will host a mini marathon for health to promote exercise
and tourism on February 7. Races will start in front of the Wichit Municipality
offices on Chao Fah East Rd.
The competition consists of 2 categories: 4.5k Fun Run and 10.5K mini
marathon. The marathon is open to people of all ages.
Five runners-up will receive the trophy and those who reach the finish line
will a get commemorative medal.
Applications can be made at The Division Of Education, Vichit Municipality
or on the 6th from 10am to 7pm or on the competition day. THere is no fee
to enter! Tel: +66 (0)76 525100 ext 170-172.
Live International Stand-Up Comedy
10 February @ Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, Patong Beach
The Punchline Comedy Club is back this February with what is probably the
finest line-up so far. The three comedians on offer are John Moloney, Stewart
Francis and Pete Johansson. Beer 100 baht; selected spirits 120 baht; wine
140 baht. Contact: Boom, Tel: +66 (0)89 646 9278. Email:
info@phuketcomedy.com. Web: www.phuketcomedy.com.
Jazz in the Park on Valentine's Day
14 February @ Queen Sirikit Public Park, Phuket Town
Songs made famous by Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Glen
Miller, Count Basie and many more will be performed by a superb French
big band, the JCB Jazz Cool Band. There will also be a ‘Classic and Super
Cars’ Show. Contact: Chaisak Koaysomboon, Tel: +66 (0)76 304090. Email:
chaisak@expressdata.co.th. Web: www.tongkah.org.
Phuket Chinese New Year Day & 11th Old Phuket Town Festival
19 - 21 February @ Queen Sirikit Public Park, Phuket Town
The festival will take place at Queen Sirikit Public Park and the old town
areas of Thalang, Krabi Roads and Soi Rommanee. The event this year will
be extraordinary with spectacular cultural shows reflecting long time
relationships between Phuket and the People’s Republic of China. While the
Old Phuket Town Festival features traditional local culture, history, foods and
lifestyle, the TAT will bring in cultural performances from mainland China for
participants to appreciate and to foster the ties, especially the sister city ties
between the Office of Phuket City and the Chinese city of Yiantai. Colourful
street processions and vibrant celebrations will take place while the roads
in the Old Phuket Town areas will be closed to traffic in the evening.
Contact Phuket City Municipality, Tel: +66 ( 0 )76 214036. Tourism Authority
of Thailand (TAT), Phuket Office, Tel: +66 (0)76 7421518.
Phuket Gay Festival
25 - 28 February @ Patong Beach
Phuket Pride is planned for the last weekend in February. The event includes
a variety of activities, the Phuket Gay Pride Party night and the Gay Pride
Parade, which will be held on the 28th.
Web: www.gaypatong.com/gaypatong/phuketgayfestival/
Phuket International Blues Rock Festival
26 - 27 February 2010 @ Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort, Karon Beach
Topping the bill is the legendary Charlie Musselwhite and his band from
the USA. From Australia comes Richard Clapton, another legend. Also
performing are AkashA (Malaysia), Andy Gonzales (USA), Robert ‘One Man’
Johnson (USA), Retrovision (Bangkok) and many more. Contact: Andy
Andersen, Tel: +66 (0)86 682 2639. Email: phuketmusic@yahoo.com.
Web: www.phuketbluesfestival.com.
Regular Events
Rotary Club of Patong Beach
Dinner Out and Family Day is on the 2nd at 7pm at Gitano Restaurant, Pak Khlok,
(1 km east from the Heroines' Monument). The weekly meetings are on the 9th,
16th and 23th at the Aloha Villa Hotel at 7pm. Web: www.rotarypatong.org.
Chicky Net Phuket
Chicky Net Phuket is a social network for girls of all ages living on Phuket to
connect and have fun. Email: berthe@chickynet.com Web: www.chickynet.com.
Island Furniture Phuket Cricket League
The Island Furniture Cricket League continues with games held at the
Cherngtalay School Sundays starting at 9am on the 7th Island. Cricket Club
vs Phuket Development Cricket Club, 14th Village Cricket Team vs Liquid
Lounge Lizards, 21th Laguna Cricket Club vs Patong Cricket Club and 28th
Island Cricket Club vs Laguna Cricket Club. Contact: Anthony Van Blerk,
Email: avanblerk@modern-zen.com.
Free Computer Clinic
Join "For Dummies" author Woody Leonhard at his weekly Computer Clinic
Sundays from 10am to noon, at the Sandwich Shoppes. The 7th is in Patong;
the 14th in Laguna; 21th, and 28th in Chalong. Web: www.khunwoody.com.
British Business Association – Phuket (BBAP)
The pub night is held on the first Friday of the month and dinner on the
third Thursday from 7pm. Email: honsec@bbap.org. Web: www.bbap.org.
The International Business Association of Phuket (IBAP)
The monthly meeting is held on the second Friday. For February, it's on the
12th with the location to be announced later. Doors will open at 6:30pm.
Tel: +66 (0)81 412 5652. Web: www.ibap-phuket.net.
Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC)
Meet & Greet at Starbuck's Central Festival is on the 11th from 10am to
noon. February members luncheon will be held at the Evason on Thursday
the 18th at 11:30am. Also a reminder that the yearly AIG members meeting
and luncheon will be held on March 18th. More information to follow.
Contact: Caroline, Tel: +66 (0)87 277 6948 to RSVP.
Email: info@phuketiwc.com. Web: www.phuketiwc.com.
Entertainment – February Choices
Live Irish Rock @ Scruffy Murphy's Irish Pub, Patong
Nightlife and entertainment venue with an Irish theme. Every night,
except for Sunday, with Neil & the Red Hot Potatoes, playing all your
favourite pub rock & traditional fast rhythm fiddle music. On Sundays
there’s live football on the big screens. Tel: +66 (0)76 292590.
Web: www.scruffymurphysphuket.com.
Trio Jazz @ Kan Eang @pier, Chalong
Listen to live Trio Jazz Band by the bay, at Chalong Pier every Wednesday
to Saturday night from 7 to 10:30pm and Sunday from 12 to 3pm. Tel: +66
(0)83 173 1187 or +66 (0)76 381212. Email: kaneang-pier@hotmail.com.
Live Music @ Timber Hut, Phuket Town
One of the ultimate nightspots in Phuket Town is located on Yaorawat Road.
A spacious meeting place set in a two-storey bar with a unique décor mix
of Thai and Western styles. A live band plays every night. Open daily 6pm to
1am. Tel: +66 (0)76 211839.
Live Music @ Mom Tri's Oasis on Kata Beach
Experience the best live music on Kata Beach at Mom Tri's Oasis Spring Tapas
Bar. Every night starting at 7pm until late guests can enjoy live in the open
air tapas bar. Tel: +66 (0)76 330423. Email: info@momtriphuket.com.

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 Upcoming Movies Off Phuket Events Upcoming Events
Central Festival Phuket, Tel: +66 (0)76 209000 Jungceylon Shopping Destination Patong, Tel: +66 (0)76 600555
Phang Nga Bay Regatta MARCH 2010
Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Up in the Air 3 - 7 February @ Phang Nga Bay 10 – 17 World Thai Martial Arts Festival and
A fun-filled four days of racing between the islands of beautiful Phang Nga Bay and Krabi. Perfect Waikru Muaythai Ceremony @ City of
(Action, Adventure, Fantasy) (Drama) for families and less serious racers. Held around Chinese New Year, there’s a party at a different Ayutthaya Stadium, Ayutthaya
Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson, Alexandra George Clooney, Vera Farmiga, Anna Kendrick, beach venue each night. Contact: Vicki, Tel: +66 (0)85 069 0940. Email: vicki@loxinfo.co.th. Web: 13 – 15 Phuket’s Two Heroines Festival @
Daddario, Sean Bean, Pierce Brosnan Jason Bateman, Tamala Jones, Chris Lowell www.bayregatta.com. Two Heroines Monument, Phuket
Poseidon's 12-year-old son, sets out on a quest Academy award winner George Clooney stars Chiang Mai Flower Festival 15 – 22 King's Cup Elephant Polo Tournament @
in present-day America to rescue his mother, as Ryan Bingham, a businessman on the verge Anantara Resort Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
return Zeus's stolen lightning bolt and prevent a of reaching five million frequent flyer miles 5 - 7 February @ Nong Buak Hat Park, Chiang Mai
civil war from erupting among the gods. It's the when his company decides to cut back on Due to variations of the region’s climate and mountain landscapes, the Chiang Mai Flower Festival 19 - 21 Pattaya International Music Festival, Pattaya
21st century, but the gods of Mount Olympus travel. But this goal isn't the only thing just out presents a diversity of blooms and flowers, such as carnations, chrysanthemum and tulips, which 26 - 28 Mekong River International Multi-Sport
and assorted monsters have walked out of the of reach. He now won't be able to see a fellow are displayed side-by-side with tropical flowers including exotic orchids. Contact: TAT Chiang Mai ITU Asian Cup 2010 @ Mekong river, Nong Khai
pages of high school student Percy Jackson's frequent traveller who has caught his eye. Office. Tel: +66 (0)53 248604, +66 (0)53 248607, +66 (0)53 241466. Chiang Mai Municipality Office.
Greek mythology texts and into his life. Tel: +66 (0)53 248604. Web: www.tatchiangmai.org. APRIL 2010
2-4 Ascent of the Mountain Annual Festival @
Trang Underwater Wedding Ceremony Prasat Phanom Rung, Nakhon Ratchasima
Shutter Island The Wolfman 13 - 15 February @ Koh Kradan, Trang 13 - 15 Songkran Festival @ nation-wide celebration
(Action, Horror, Thriller) This unique event is right at the top in the creative wedding category and has defied critics over
(Drama) 30 – 4 May Top of the Gulf Regatta.com @ Jomtien
the years to emerge as a firm favourite for those who want to make their Valentine's Day wedding
Leonardo DiCaprio, Mark Ruffalo, Ben Benicio Del Toro, Anthony Hopkins, Emily Beach, Pattaya
Blunt, Hugo Weaving, Art Malik extraordinary. Contact: TAT Trang Office, Tel: +66 (0)75 215867, +66 (0)75 211058, +66 (0)75 211085.
Kingsley, Michelle Williams, Max von Sydow April Phuket Bike Week @ Patong Beach, Phuket
Trang Tourism Coordination Centre, Tel: +66 (0)75 215867-8. Trang Chamber of Commerce,
The film is an atmospheric psychological The Wolfman brings the myth of a cursed Tel: +66 (0)2 545 3322. Web: www.underwaterwedding.com.
MAY 2010
thriller set in a 1950s asylum for the man back to its iconic origins. Oscar winner
criminally insane. It's 1954, and US marshal Benicio Del Toro stars as Lawrence Talbot, a Chinese New Year Festival 5 - 9 May Yasothon Bun Bangfai Rocket Festival @
Teddy Daniels is assigned to investigate the haunted nobleman lured back to his family 14 February @ China Town, Bangkok Phaya Thaen Park, Yasothon
disappearance of a patient from Shutter estate after his brother vanishes. Reunited with 1 - 31 May Rayong Funky Fruit Festival, Rayong City
Watch the beauty, treasure the Chinese cultural demonstrations and experience a wide range
Island's Ashecliffe Hospital. He'd wanted an his estranged father (Oscar winner Anthony
of Chinese cuisine available at famous restaurants as well as fashion shows and Chinese movies.
assignment on the island for reasons of his Hopkins), Talbot sets out to find his brother...
and discovers a horrifying destiny for himself. Contact: Samphanthawong Administration District, Tel: +66 (0)2 234 3460, +66 (0)2 237 3345. TAT Times & dates of events are subject to change.
own, but events soon take a macabre turn.
Bangkok. Tel: +66 (0)2 250 5500 ext 2991-5. Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.

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 Hotspots in Phuket
Patong Area
Hotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Absolute Ceylon Pub
Jungceylon, Patong
Absolute Seapearl Beach Resort
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 341901-10
Andaman Beach Suites
Tel: +66 (0)76 341879-83
Amanta House Boutique Hotel
Tel: +66 (0)76 290401
Aqua Guesthouse
Paradise Complex, +66 (0)76 346142
Bel Aire Resort Phuket
Tel: +66 (0)76 296600
Baan Yin Dee
Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-7
Burisari Resort
Soi Ruam Jai, Tel: +66 (0)76 292929
Connect Guesthouse
Paradise Complex, +66 (0)76 294195
Faulty Towers Inn
Soi Sunset, Tel: +66 (0)76 344061
Holiday Inn Phuket
Tel: +66 (0)76 340608-9
K-Hotel, Rat-U-Thit Rd.
Tel: +66 (0)76 340832-3
Leelawadee Boutique Hotel
Siriraj Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 346301-4
Little Buddha Guesthouse
Nanai Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 296148
Patong Paragon Hotel
Prabaramee Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 290555
Royal Palm Resortel
Tel: +66 (0)76 292510
Royal Phawadee Village
Sawatdirak Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 345576
Summer Breeze Hotel
Soi Sansabai, Tel: +66 (0)76 340464
Safari Beach Hotel
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 341171
The Bird Cage–Patong Guesthouse
Tel. +66 (0)76 293196-7
The Royal Paradise Hotel
Tel: +66 (0)76 340666
Valhalla V Plaza
Soi Sunset, Tel: +66 (0)76 292556
Villa del Mar
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 345698
Yorkshire Inn
Soi Sansabai, Tel: +66 (0)76 340904
Restaurants and Cafés
BYD Lofts restaurant
Rat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 343024-7
Coyote
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 344366
Irish Times
Jungceylon, Tel: +66 (0)76 366085
Jean Pierre's Restaurant & Bar
Rat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 343024
La Boucherie Restaurant
Sawatdirak Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 344581
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Molly Malone's
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 292771
Mai Thai Bar
Soi Eric, Tel: +66 (0)76 292844
Nok & Chicken Sports Bar
Patong Condotel, +66 (0)87 895 0620
Rio Music Bar and Grill
Tel: +66 (0)76 294191
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Aroonsom-Plaza, Tel: +66 (0)76 290468
Scruffy Murphy's
Soi Bangla, Tel: +66 (0)76 292590
Starbucks
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 600169-70
Subway
Beach Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 349009
Thai Basecamp
Soi Paradise Inn, Tel: +66 (0)89 822 7921
Other
Sunrise Diving
Rat-U-Thit Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 292050
Phuket City
Hotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Bay Hotel
Panwa Bay Village, Tel: +66 (0)76 391514
Cape Panwa Hotel
Panwa Cape., Tel: +66 (0)76 391123
Deang Plaza Hotel
Montri Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 216428
Katina Hotel
Sakdidej Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 223111
Metropole Hotel
Montri Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 215050
Phi Phi Island Beach Resort
Sathoon Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 215014
Restaurants and Cafés
154 Bakery
Phang Nga Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 233333
B2S
Central Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 209073
Black Canyon
Central Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 249663
Chill Out
Ong Sim Phai Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 225797
Coffee Max
Ranong Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 258294
Eatzz
Dibuk Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 213727
Juice Internet Café & Juice Bar
Phuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 223210
Kopi De Phuket
Phuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 212225
Michael's Bar
Takua Pa Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 256562
Siam Indigo
Phang Nga Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 256697
Starbucks
Central Festival, Tel: +66 (0)76 345716
The Books
Phuket Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 211115
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Rockin Angels Jammin' Café
Yaowarat Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 210828
Tea House
Yaowarat Rd,. Tel: +66 (0)76 258022
Other
Bangkok Phuket Hospital
Yaowarat Rd,. Tel: +66 (0)76 254425
Phuket South
Hotels, Resorts and Guesthouses
Alpina Phuket Nalina
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 370999
Angus @ O'Tool's
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 398262
Arfur @ O'Tool's
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 284405
Baan Kiki
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)89 586 1098
Baan Karon Resort
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 286251-8
Bel Air Panwa Resort
Ao Makham, Tel: +66 (0)76 396580
Bougainvillea Hotel
Kata-Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 330087
CC Blooms
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 333222-3
Centara Karon Resort
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 396200
Club Med
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330455-9
Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa
Rawai, Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7
Mom Tri's Villa Royale
Kata Noi, Tel: +66 (0)76 333568
Mom Tri's Boathouse
Kata Beach, Tel: +66 (0)76 330015
Mom Tri's Kitchen
Kata Noi, Tel: +66 (0)76 333569
Mom Tri's Oasis
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330423
Novotel-Panwa Beach Resort
Aoyon, Tel: +66 (0)76 393300-10
Pacific Club And Spa
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 398350-2
Phuket Sports & Tennis Club
Rawai, Tel: +66 (0)76 289714
Serene Resort
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 330148-50
Solution Lounge and Sports Bar
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)84 704 9302.
SouthSea Karon Resort
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 370888
The Aspasia Phuket
Kata, Tel: +66 (0)76 333032-3
The Little Mermaid
Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 396580
Restaurants and Cafés
Amazon Café
Chaofa Rd., West
Ao Chalong Yacht Club
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)76 381844
Chalong Pier Beer Garden
Chalong Pier Road next to Kan Eang
DaVinci V Lounge
Soi Sai Yuen, Nai Harn, Tel: +66 (0)76 289574
Dos Fringos
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)76 280289
Happy Days
Chalong, Tel: +66 (0)89 472 7304
Jimmy's Lighthouse
Chalong Pier, Tel: +66 (0)76 381709
Kan Eang@pier
Chalong Pier, Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Fisherman Way Park, +66 (0)76 282403
Locanda Restaurant
Kata-Karon, Tel: +66 (0)76 330087
Phuket North
Hotels, Resorts and Guesthouse
JW Marriott
West Coast, Tel: +66 (0)76 338000
Kamala Bay Garden Resort
Kalim, Tel: +66 (0)76 325722
Laguna Phuket
Cherngtalay, Tel: +66 (0)76 324416
The Residence Kalim Bay
Kalim, Tel: +66 (0)76 342211
Restaurants and Cafés
Kamala Beer Garden
Kamala, Tel: +66 (0)81 797 8451
Khun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe
Laguna, Tel: +66 (0)76 324313
Lambert Brothers
Boat Lagoon, Tel: +66 (0)76 273385
Lady Pie
Srisoontorn Rd., Tel: +66 (0)76 271409
Les Anges Royal Phuket Marina
Tel: +66 (0)76 360803-5
Liquid Lounge
Surin, Tel: +66 (0)81 537 2018
Liquid Lounge Bar
Surin Beach Rd.
Mom Tri's Boathouse Regatta
Royal Phuket Marina, Tel: +66 (0)76 360855
Skippers Royal Phuket Marina
Tel: +66 (0)76 360890
The Club
Kamala, Tel: +66 (0)76 279111
Watermark Bar Restaurant
Boat Lagoon, Tel: +66 (0)76 239730
Other
Phuket International Airport
TOT Hotspot Tel: +66 (0)2 575 9425
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Photos courtesy of John Everingham, Rolien Beute and the Phang Nga Bay Regatta
PHANG NGA BAY REGATTA
SETTING SAIL
From the third to the seventh of February, the 13th Phang Nga Bay Regatta
will be the scene for the region’s yachting community, as participants battle it
out against the spectacular backdrop of Phang Nga Bay.
With four days of racing and five days of partying within the three provinces
of Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi, the regatta surely is one of the most scenic
events on the Asian racing calendar, and always lives up to its reputation as
the FUN Regatta!
More than 60 yachts are expected to enter, with boats and crews joining from
around the world. They’ll compete for honours in six classes: Racing, Cruising
A, Cruising B, Bareboat Charter, Firefly 850 and Multihull.
This hugely popular event is unlike other regattas in that it follows a course
with a different stop-over each night. The 2010 competition starts with
18
registration and the opening party at the Absolute Chandara Resort and Spa
at Ao Po in the north of Phuket, sponsored by the Absolute Resort Group.
The first race day (the 4th) heads out from Ao Po and races north to the top
of Phang Nga Bay, past the famous ramparts of Koh Phanak, Koh Hong group
of islands and James Bond Island ending the day at one of the area’s famed
beachside restaurants, Laem Sak Seafood at Chong Lat. The second race day
(the 5th) will see the fleet running south to one of the many secluded islands
of the bay and another stunning party venue at Ko Yao Noi Paradise Resort.
The race then heads over to Krabi on the 6th for another beach party at the
famed Sheraton Krabi hotel. On the 7th, the final race day heads home to
Phuket through the open waters of Phang Nga Bay with the closing party in
Chalong.
The Regatta is organised by the PNBR 2010 Organising Committee under
the auspices of the Ao Chalong Yacht Club, and the courses which the fleet
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sail every day are set by local Phuket sailing personalities, Andy Dowden and
Simon James. Thai government sponsorship is bestowed courtesy of the
Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Sports Association of Thailand.
The regatta committee welcomes back the grand lady of the sea, the majestic
‘Silolona’ as its main committee boat and she is joined by the imposing ‘Diva
Andaman’, ‘El Aleph’ and ‘S/V Vega III’ with ‘M/V Moonbeam’ and Lee Marine’s
‘Merry Fisher’ in support. Other regular supporters that are welcomed back
include QBE insurance, Electrical Marine, Quantum Sails, Oriental Events,
Phuket International Hospital, Asia Marine, Ko Yao Paradise, International
Super Yacht Services, Haad Tip (Coca-Cola), Capital TV, 91.5 FM ‘Phuket Island
Radio', SEA Yachting and the Phuket Gazette.
In a year that has been particularly hard on event sponsorship, the organising
committee are also very grateful to new sponsors who have joined the
regatta this year. These include Absolute Hotel & Resorts, Absolute Chandara,
Sheraton Krabi, Jumeira Private Island, Emerald Villa Services, Nikita’s, PIMEX,
Elite Yachting and Sea-ex.com and media partners MyPhuketInfo.com,
Yachtstyle, The Nation and PGTV.
The Phang Nga Bay Regatta offers some challenging racing in breathtaking
locations, and is the perfect opportunity for some great competition and FUN!
For more information contact
Phang Nga Bay Regatta
Tel: +66 (0)81 862 6428.
Email: vicki@loxinfo.co.th Web: www.bayregatta.com
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 Southeast Asia Pilot, 3rd Edition : Extract Southeast Asia Pilot, 3rd Edition : James Bond Island
Extracted from The Southeast Asia Pilot (3rd Edition) cruising/sailing guide by Bill O'Leary & Andy Dowden − www.southeastasiapilot.com

North Phang Nga Bay

KOH CHONG LAT & KOH KHLUI CHANNEL KOH CHONG LAT KOH KHLUI CHANNEL

© 2009 - Grenville Fordham

Access to the channel 0.1

The deep entrance to the north of Koh Chong Lat is easily

navigable, as is the middle entrance just north of Koh Khlui. 12 218
The middle entrance should be approached on an easterly 16
heading, turning southeast between the islands. Koh Ngam
NORTH PHANG NGA BAY Inside the main channel between Koh Chong Lat and the

© 2009 - Grenville Fordham

To Ranong mainland, immediately north of the middle passage, is a
305 16
Phang Nga dangerous area of shallow water with drying rocks. This 9
Town
should be left well to port if heading north. 1
If entering the main channel from the south, it’s better to 16
0.6
stay close to Koh Khlui which will afford a minimum depth
2
of 3 metres. A 3

KRABI When entering from the north it is better to pass through 13

Koh 10 7
PROVINCE
Ping Kan the narrow channel between Koh Ngam and Koh Chong 3
Andaman Sea Lat which is deep rather than passing north of Koh Ngam 0.5
Koh 8 15
Phang Nga Bay where there is a very large drying bank.
Chonglat

Koh Hong 10
PHANG NGA PROVINCE Koh Chong Lat 0.7
A NORTHERN CHANNEL 1.9
Koh Roi
7
25 miles from Yacht Haven 2
0.9 0.6
Koh
Phanak 0.8
6
This is a quiet location with beautiful views of the sheer 12
0.1
cliffs of Koh Chong Lat to the west. The anchorage is on a 0.1 0.1
Koh
4 2
Yao Noi direct line between the two islets shown on the chart, in 5 0.9
8-10 metres, near a lovely mangrove-covered flat, which is 0.3 10
1.2
awash at high tide. B 4 7
PHUKET ISLAND 2 2.3
Koh Koh Hong Group This spot is good for all wind conditions, though mid tide
Yao Yai Krabi
currents of up to 3 knots mean that care should be taken if 5
0 5 10 swimming from the boat.
Koh Khlui 6
Local lore has it that there are no longer any crocodiles in
the area, although there are families of sea otters which can
C
Most islands are uninhabited, offering secluded anchorages
NORTH PHANG NGA BAY under soaring cliffs fringed with jungle, as well as fascinating
be spotted at dusk. 3

The sheer-sided sea mountains that rise vertically out of
Phang Nga Bay form some of Thailand’s most spectacular
scenery. Images of Phang Nga have travelled the world and
shaped perceptions of southern Thailand, and the boating
experiences to be had here.
As a result the cruising yachtsman may encounter many
tour boats and sea canoes during the middle of the day, but
tranquillity returns by late afternoon. While the bay itself is
not so large, the number of islands, inlets and mangrove
channels ensure that no matter how long a yachtsman
spends here, new experiences will always be nearby.
We list only 21 of the many anchorages in this area. Much of
the joy of sailing in Phang Nga, after all, lies in discovering
the uncounted creeks, caves and coves for yourself.
BILL O’LEARY
dinghy expeditions to hidden beaches, caves and creeks not
shown on charts or maps. Three rivers run into the head of
the bay so the water is silty, though otherwise clean, forming
a milky green backdrop to the striking scenery.
Since a large part of the area north of Koh Yao is shallow (less
than 10 metres), it is possible to anchor virtually anywhere in
north Phang Nga Bay. This chapter, then, focuses only on the
more suitable overnight anchorages – those which provide
Koh Kuda Yai (southern tip)
shelter from the squalls and storms which can hit unexpectedly,
particularly in the southwest monsoon season.
Some of the area covered by this section is National Park
and rangers patrol around the islands. The entry fee is 200
Baht per boat and 200 Baht per day per person on board,
which is collected on the spot.
Phang Nga Bay
This has been used as an overnight anchorage for the Phang
Nga Bay Regatta which is held every year during Chinese New
Year and attracts over 50 yachts. 3
15
To the east on the mainland at Leam Sak village is an excellent
Afrom 8°16.440N
0 1 Lon8itude East
seafood restaurant which can be accessed directly by dinghy 98°37.813E
Greenwich
at high tide or via a concrete jetty on the other side of the
headland at the head of a mangrove creek.
B MIDDLE PASSAGE
24 miles from Yacht Haven
Anchorage can be found in the passage in 4-5 metres, making
for a good overnight stop in either season. To the north and
south large and scenic bays with shallow waters are easily
reached by dinghy. The bay to the south is an ideal anchorage
for bilge keelers or vessels drawing less than 1 metre.

C KOH KLUI EAST

23 miles from Yacht Haven

Koh Khlui East is very sheltered, with good holding in the

southwest monsoon season. The best anchorage is just south
of the small inlet in about five metres. This is also the best
BILL O’LEARY

place from which to explore the bay and rocky outcrops to

the north by dinghy.

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 Feature Feature: Asia Superyacht Rendezvous
Photos courtesy of Asia Pacific Superyachts

Silolona Patti & crew

ASIA SUPERYACHT RENDEZVOUS –

FUN ON AND OFF THE WATER Feadship Challenge Winner

THE BIG BOATS

COME TO PLAY!
Although economic turmoil has ravaged the world’s economies, Phuket, in many ways, appears Van Well, President of Feadship America. The challenge brings competing
crews together as boat builders to construct small boats from kits. Creativity
to be untouched by this. In a picture-perfect setting which most people can only dream about, and originality are frequently evident in the designs; the biggest test then
luxurious sail and power yachts anchor in the waters off Phuket Island for a five-star, exclusive fun becomes seeing if they actually float. Model yachts compete in pairs, in two
three-metre-long gutters. Using only his or her breath, the appointed 'blower'
event, the Asia Superyacht Rendezvous. carefully sails the team's boat down the gutter to the end where he must
consume some sumptuously fried bugs, turn the boat around and blow it to
Held on the 17th and 18th of December every year, the Asia Superyacht This prestigious event is hosted by hotel sponsor The Chedi Phuket, a luxury back to the finish line. Spectators cheer on their favourites from the sidelines.
Rendezvous welcomes superyachts of a minimum of 100 feet for two days hotel on Surin Beach. Feadship of Holland, the world's premier superyacht The winner of the heat moves on to the next round.
Gordon Fernandes, Francois Van Well, Charlie Dwyer
of social and sailing activities. Although participation is by invitation only, builder, is a principal sponsor along with co-sponsors Asia Pacific Superyachts
the ninth running of the event saw the largest fleet ever with 11 superyachts and Jumierah Private Island. Co-organiser Charlie Dwyer, captain of the Two prizes are awarded. Last year M/Y Vie Sans Soueis won the hotly
present. Old friendships were renewed and new ones forged. superyacht, Yanneke Too, says, “This annual celebration is the only major contested challenge. The second award for the best designed boat went to triangular course and the power yacht M/V Maverick providing committee
event of its kind in Asia. It also represents Phuket’s coming of age as a major the team from Silolona, which was built in the likeness of their Indonesian services. It was a sight that proved to be truly spectacular, often only boat-
yachting destination for the international community.” phinisi, a traditional wooden sailboat. lengths separating the superyachts. The 48-metre Thalia stood out amongst
the fleet, coming from behind to cross the finish line first.
For most of the participants and spectators, the highlight of the event is On the Friday, the sailing yachts gathered for a race in Pansea Bay in front
the 'Feadship Challenge', which is held during the opening party beside the of the Chedi. The 2009 event saw five sailing yachts participating in the The late afternoon cocktail party was held aboard Silolona, where
Chedi pool. It’s presided over by Feadship and is represented by Francois entertainment included the Indonesian crew dressed in traditional regalia,
playing traditional instruments and singing. The celebration then moved
shoreside to The Chedi for a formal gala for superyacht owners and a
beachside BBQ for the crews and other participants.

Fantastic social and sailing events at an unparalleled location made the Asia
Superyacht Rendezvous 2009 the most successful one yet. Simply, it’s the
best attended superyacht event in Asia and it’s expected that the tenth year
will be even more spectacular.

For further information contact

Asia Pacific Superyachts
Email: charlie@asia-pacific-superyachts.com
Gordon Fernandes & ice carving
Web: www.asia-superyacht-rendezvous.com

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What WAS on in Phuket

Purple Rain Party at Cape Sienna The Kris Condo Grand Opening
(From left) Suwit Auttayatamavitaya Group General Manager The Kris
Thailand and Jetiya Krissana Managing Director The Kris Thailand.

(From left) Aaron Doolittle from thisweekinphuket.com; Tipwarintron

Tanaakarachad (Riz), Marketing Communications at Cape Sienna; Adam Dugan from
thisweekinphuket.com; Jay Walker, Sales & Marketing at The Village, Coconut Island.

Opening Art Exhibition at D Gallery Jirapat Tatsanasomboon-Artist

(From left) Tummasorn Svattananon PR Director The Unity Patong;

Chawanrat Svattananon; Patranit Savattananon, Managing Director The
Unity Patong; Anant Svattananon; Pensri Svattananon; Jetiya Krissana,
Managing Director, The Kris Thailand.

Santa at Chalong Pier Beer Garden

(3rd from left) Mrs. Claus and Santa with their helpers at Chalong Pier
Beer Garden

(2nd from left) Pornthip Raksapiksu, MD of D Gallery & guests

IBAP Christmas & New Year Party

(From left) Aom, Pat, Santa, Cat, Noi and Joy Santa and Simone Allene
Sponsors of the 2010 regatta:
SUPPORTING AUTHORITIES MAJOR SPONSORS

OFFICIAL SUPPLIERS MEDIA PARTNERS

(From left) Santa and Mrs. Claus are welcomed by Alan & Jam
LOCAL SPONSORS Collinge at Chalong Pier Beer Garden

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RUBBISH
Let’s talk rubbish: Or more specifically about how we dispose of those
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UK. Phuket take note as you are not the only ones with this problem.
The UK, historically, is amongst the countries within the European
Union (EU) which rely most heavily upon landfill for disposal. 75%
of municipal waste is sent to landfill, against an EU average of 45%
(2003 statistics). More recent figures from 2007 indicate that the UK
continues to be among the EU’s worst offenders with regards to the
volume of waste land filled per capita, depositing 324 kg per capita,
compared to the EU average of 181 kg. That’s about 25 million
tonnes a year going into holes in the ground.
The EU Landfill Directive has set member nations limits for the
amount of biodegradable municipal solid waste permitted to be
landfilled by certain key dates (2010, 2013 and 2020).
The UK’s targets are translated into landfill limits for individual local
authorities. Failure to achieve these targets gives rise to fines of up to
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Feature
The use of alternatives to landfill plays an important part in waste
producers attempts to improve their environmental performance.
A solution is for local and city council authorities to compost the
waste. One company is at the forefront of this technology and it’s
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New Earth Solutions was established in 2002, out of waste
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 Recipe
Around Phuket
Baan Rim Pa Patong Seafood
Tuna Risotto Thai International

For the risotto base

• 2 tbsp olive oil • salt to taste
• 50 gm onion, chopped • 175 gm risotto rice
• 1 garlic clove, chopped • 1 litre pints boiling water

To complete the risotto

• 1 tbsp olive oil • salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 100 gm grated Parmesan • white truffle oil, for drizzling
• 1 tsp chopped fresh chervil 'Location, location, location' as the saying goes. It doesn’t matter how Take a journey into the home of real Thai food! Patong Seafood Restaurant
good you are, if you’re not in the right location, forget it. was the first seafood restaurant to open in the then village-like Patong. It
Heat the olive oil in a pan. Place the onions, garlic and a pinch of salt into
has changed very little from those days except for a major refurbishment
the pan and cook until the onions are soft and transparent. When the onions Baan Rim Pa has become one of Thailand’s best-known restaurants, with after the 2004 tsunami in which major damage was sustained.
are cooked, add the risotto and stir until the rice is very hot and the grains a reputation stretching much further. It is perched on a cliff, with teak
are starting to turn translucent. Begin to add the water little by little, stirring floors and the constant swish of the surf ‘downstairs’. There are some The restaurant was rebuilt as it was in original Thai style with open
continuously. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes then remove the pan from the heat restaurants that just encapsulate the word ‘romantic’ and here, with dining area and a high circular design ceiling. Only the freshest seafood
and leave to stand. Tommy Doyle playing classics on his grand piano, the sea breeze and the is brought straight from the boat and market to give you the finest
delicate aromas of world-class cooking in the air, this House by the Sea is selections, which are on display – chilled and ready to eat. The kitchens at
To complete the risotto stir in the Parmesan and chervil and season with salt Patong Seafood Restaurant are a place to behold, where their chefs with
and freshly ground black pepper. one of the most romantic places to eat in Phuket.
simply so many years of experience, prepare your seafood and other Thai
To serve, place the risotto into the middle of four serving dishes and drizzle Situated on a rocky outcrop, overlooking the Andaman Sea, Baan Rim Pa delicacies to perfection.
over a little white truffle oil. prides itself in superb, authentic Royal Thai Cuisine, an ambience second
The first thing that you will notice are the friendly staff. The smiles, the
to none and the most spectacular views on the island. Baan Rim Pa is attentiveness and the helpfulness in making your choice are something
Balsamic reduction the winner of the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence seven you will appreciate and you will then know why many visitors and locals
• 400 ml Balsamic vinega years in succession. come back time and time again to enjoy this real taste of Thailand.
• Boil and reduce by half or until like a syrup.
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• 1 clove garlic • 100 gm freshly shaved Parmesan
• 10 tbsp Italian extra virgin • salt
olive oill • freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp salted capers

Using a sharp knife, finely chop the rocket leaves, garlic, capers and place in Cook the onion and garlic in olive oil for one minute. Add the spinach, season
a large bowl. Add the olive oil, the vinegar and season with salt and pepper. with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
Roasted red pepper Grilled tuna steak
• 4 red peppers • 4 fresh tuna steaks
• Roast or chargrill the peppers for 10 to 15 minutes in the oven and then • Season the tuna then grill for 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
leave to cool in a plastic bag. Peel and de-seed. Cut into quarters.
To plate
Sauté spinach Place the risotto in a ring in the centre of the plate. Place three roasted
• 1 tbsp chopped onion • Fresh picked spinach peppers around the outside of the risotto, and put the sauté spinach on top
• Pinch of chopped garlic • Fresh grated nutmeg with the tuna steak. Garnish with the balsamic reduction and pesto.

About Chef Darren Wiper

In October 2008, Darren Wiper was appointed as the Executive Chef for the latest
beachfront dining venture of Mom Luang Tri Devakul, better known as Mom Tri.
Already the restaurant has established itself as a favourite among locals and tourists
alike. He brings a new kind of cuisine to Phuket not to be found elsewhere – dishes are
tantalizing, original and creative.
Chef Darren, originally from the UK, worked at fine dining restaurants in Bermuda and
the French Côte d’Azur. In Bermuda he was Executive Chef at the five-star Fresco’s
restaurant and wine bar, which specializes in culinary feasts of eight to ten courses of
Mediterranean cuisine. Prior to this he was Chef at the Relais des Coches restaurant in
Tourrettes Sur Loup, France.
His innovative tapas and Mediterranean dishes are served in the two open-air restaurants
at Mom Tri's Oasis, Oasis Spring and Oasis on the Sea.

Mom Tri's Oasis

In Kata on the way to Kata Noi, just past Mom Tri’s Boathouse
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Tel: +66 (0)76 330423 Website: www.momtriphuket.com
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Mom Tri's Kitchen International Sala Bua International Mom Tri's Oasis Mediterranean Kan Eang@pier Seafood/Thai

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European favourites and Thai dishes are served either on the open-air
terrace, covered patio or Thai sala. An exuberant menu offers delicious
creations from talented Executive Chef Sura. Popular dishes include hot
crab soufflé, and light and savoy appetiser, tuna carpaccio, Phuket lobster
and Angus beef tenderloin. Mom Tri's Villa Royale is the winner of the Wine
Spectators Award of Excellence for three years in a row and has over 350
labels including an extensive organic wine list and 16 wines by the glass.
Also enjoy watching the sunset during happy hour from 5:30 to 6:30 and
receive 50% discount cocktails and beer. Situated on the only road into to
Kata Noi, the entrance can easily be found on the hill between Kata Beach
and Kata Noi Beach.
There are only a certain few select restaurants that can offer an evening of
enjoyment with unsurpassed sophistication. A superb cuisine prepared by an
award-winning chef, along with warm hospitality in a luxurious but relaxing
ambiance, set the stage for an ideal and memorable evening out. With a seating of
al fresco and outdoor dining by the sea, and the soft sounds of the musicians, the
setting for the discerning diner or those seeking a romantic interlude, is complete.
A unique evening at Sala Bua can include an array of culinary delights prepared
by Executive Chef Ronnie Macuja who steered Sala Bua into winning a coveted
‘Best Restaurant’ award granted by Thailand Tatler from 2002 to 2007. His superb
entrées include the Open Lasagna of Rock Lobster with white truffle mash potato
and new season garlic cream and Hoisin Roasted Duck Breast with maple-glazed
pears, charred asparagus and cherry-grappa sauce.
Sala Bua offers the ultimate in elegant dining providing cuisine that is innovative
and unparalleled. With a warm ambience and service, this place to dine provides
an extraordinary and unforgettable evening out.
Beachfront dining becomes a whole new experience at this tropical,
sophisticated and yet relaxed setting which enjoys gorgeous panoramic
sunset views from the restaurants and live music in the tapas bar.
Mom Tri’s Oasis introduces a new kind of Mediterranean cuisine to Phuket
with tantalizing dishes served in the open air restaurant. Choose lighter fare
from the Oasis Spring Tapas Bar or casual beachfront dining at the Oasis On
the Sea Restaurant. Tapas include glazed scallops with spinach, feta cheese
and sun-dried tomato samosas, and goat cheese and tomato meatballs.
For those seeking something light and healthy there is a good selection of
generous salads.
Oasis On The Sea offers some original dishes such as sea bass baked in a
banana leaf and classics including braised lamb shank with sun dried tomato
and grain mustard mash. There is also a good selection of vegetarian items.
Free wireless internet also makes Oasis a great place to come, relax on the
sofa and enjoy some authentic Lavazza coffee.
Kan Eang, meaning feel at ease, invites you to unwind with the soothing
sounds of the waves, enjoy a stunning view of Chalong Bay and savor
freshly caught seafood, local Thai delights and selected Japanese dishes.
Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it is a destination. Originally
called Kan Eang 1, the name was changed after renovations. Kan Eang
1 with more than 30 years of preparing great seafood dishes had long
been a favorite among both locals and visitors from around the world
Kan Eang@pier is no different and continues the tradition of satisfying any
palate with their selected fresh seafood and local specialties.
Kan Eang@pier has the flexibility to cater for everything from intimate
dinners to special events and large banquets.
This restaurant with its friendly and attentive staff and seaside tables
and chairs in an idyllic setting offers a relaxing and pleasant dining
experience day or night. Enjoy a panoramic view of the yacht harbor and
close islands.

Open daily 06:30-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333569 Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 342100 ext 8301 Open daily 10:30-23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330423 Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187, +66 (0)76 381212
On Kata Noi Beach Impiana Phuket Cabana & Resort. Entrance from Beach Rd, Patong. Kata Beach, adjacent to the Boathouse The pier of Chalong Bay
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The Kamala Restaurant Thai/International
Take a break and enjoy the sea breeze on a hot day in an outdoor or indoor
setting with strolling musicians serenading you as you enjoy a wonderful
meal. The Kamala Restaurant at the The Print Kamala Resort offers a relaxed
and casual dining experience in a stylish setting close to the beach.
The resort has a reputation as the perfect hideaway for honeymooners and
holidaymakers. What better way to celebrate than by starting with an exotic
cocktail created by the bar staff? PS I Love You, a blend of dark rum and
amaretto, is an enticing drink that helps set the ambience for a great stay.
Choose from the menu of International and Thai food a mix of dishes as the
colours and taste combinations are sure to please. The Shrimp on Garlic Toast
and Calamari make for well-known Western favourites and the Spare Ribs with
a spicy Thai sauce provide a piquant twist. Not to miss are the Kao Pad Talay
Sapalot, seafood fried rice served in a pineapple, the Spicy Seafood Salad and
Gung Sarong, vermicelli noodles wrapped around deep fried prawns.
Try a taste of the exotic in an intimate and warm atmosphere.
Open daily 06:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0) 76 385396-8 ext 700
7 km from Patong Beach on Beach Road To Kamala Hill. In front of the Kamala Park.
www.printkamalaresort.net/restaurant1.php
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La Boucherie French/Steaks & Grills
La Boucherie is a French steakhouse located in the Royal Phawadee
Village – a sumptuous and quiet boutique resort in Patong. An intimate
and relaxed ambience offers a welcome escape from the nearby busy
and bustling area. Unwind with a glass of wine at an outdoor table or in
airconditioned comfort and enjoy great steaks and French specialities.
Appetizers of Beef Carpaccio and Basil and Warm Goat Cheese Salad are
delightful delicacies of a perfect combination of meat and cheese with
complimentary textures and delicately spiced tastes. The Steak Tartare
served with fried potatoes with garlic and butter and vegetables and the
Entrecôte with a Bearnaise sauce and a baked potato and vegetables are
sure to please.
A varied menu of wonderful food that includes perfectly cooked steaks
and dishes from France is a good reason to stop at La Boucherie. Top it
off with a cosy and relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff, and you have a
restaurant that provides a very pleasant and satisfying experience.
Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344581, +66 (0)81 607 0191
Royal Phawadee Village, 3 Sawatdirak Rd., Patong. Free Pickup (Conditions Apply)
www.laboucherie-asia.com, sales@laboucherie-asia.com
Crepes Village International/Fusion
An extraordinary outdoor venue that serves a unique yet familiar food has an
unmatched ability to offer a refreshing and relaxing dining experience. Crepes
Village specialises in the traditional thin French pancake, the crepe. From the
well-known Crepe Suzette, there are crepes with delicious International and
Asian fillings. Couches and cushioned chairs under a pavilion-type structure
with Thai wooden gazebos provide the village-like setting.
Fancy Thai, Mexican, pizza, ham and cheese, tuna salad or a Popeye classic
of cream spinach and cheese? Try your favourite filling already wrapped in a
crepe or for the adventurous in the wrapping department, enjoy a combo set.
The Thai Combo for four people, which includes curry dishes, provides a taste
of a truly Thai crepe while the Western Combo presents an eclectic sampling
of spinach, ratatouille, Mexican and bolognese.
Enjoy some wine, cider and cocktails specially made at the restaurant with a
meal and while the kids play in the playground or take away a selection of
superb crepes or have some delivered to your home or hotel. Bon Appetit!
Open daily 08:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 325154
Cherngtalay before Laguna gateway, also at Soi Sai Yuan Nai Harn
www.crepesvillage.com
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Wine Connection International
It’s not very often that you find everything that you need in one place, but
a visit to Wine Connection in Sino Avenue at Jungceylon makes a welcome
change. Where else can you find a bistro, wineshop, food shop, deli and
bakery all under one roof?
For starters, there is a tasty selection of cold cuts and cheeses served with
a variety of fresh bread straight from the in-house bakery. As a main, Rabbit
with Wild Mushrooms with accompanying gratin potatoes and spinach is a
perfect combination of flavours. This is just one of Chef Laurent’s monthly
specials, which keep people coming back time and time again. A Crème
Caramel slips down easily and makes the meal complete.
A smooth fruity Chilean Cabernet Merlot is a wonderful wine to accompany
the meal and is one of literally hundreds of wines that can be selected by the
bottle from the wine store or by the glass from the menu.
With a French Chef, a fabulous menu, monthly specials and great wines,
that is the perfect recipe for a great meal out.
Open daily 10:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 366091, +66 (0)76 282411 ext 2
Patong: Jungceylon in Sino Avenue; Chalong: Fisherman Way Business Center
www.wineconnection.co.th
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Casuarina Beach Restaurant & Bar Thai
If you love palm trees, a setting sun, waves lapping up to the shore and the
whisper of the sea breeze through Casuarina trees then you'll be delighted
with Dusit Thani's very own Casuarina Beach Restaurant.
This casual dining establishment offers interior dining in spacious and
elegant surroundings and the perfect beach side setting. Listen to the
waves and settle into the pace of the beach.
As a local favourite, Casuarinas Beach has acquired a reputation for
excellent steaks, fresh seafood, great service and a comprehensive wine list.
Enjoy the best US and Australian prime cuts, cooked just the way you like.
Indulge in the freshest seafood prepared Thai style, great salads or simply
enjoy a drink while watching the beautiful sunset over the Andaman Sea.
Fantastic cocktails make every sunset a life time experience. Enjoy pre-
dinner drinks or a night cap at Casuarinas Bar in perfect surroundings.
Casuarina Beach is also very popular for beach side weddings, private
Dinners and Birthday parties.
Open daily until 23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 362999 ext 7303
Within Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, Cherngtalay
www.dusit.com/dtlp, dtlpfb@dusit.com
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Salvatore’s Italian
Looking for a break from the tourist spots on Phuket’s west coast – and the
best pizza on the island? Follow the locals to Salvatore’s, a rustic 'trattoria' in
Phuket Town. Salvatore offers traditional Italian cuisine using only the finest
fresh ingredients, such as linguini alla bottarga, sea bass in salt crust, gnocchi
with fresh sausage and pizza baked in a wood-burning oven.
Other specialties are created with local shellfish, like mouth-watering lobster
ravioli and fettucini with crab. Start with the bruschetta, with delicately
skinned tomatoes and fresh herbs and beef carpaccio with olive oil.
The food is prepared under the careful eye of the Sardinian executive chef
and owner, Salvatore Cossu, a fixture on Phuket’s restaurant scene for his
cooking skills. He personally shops for the vegetables and fish in local
markets. The bread is baked daily; the pastas and sausages are home-made.
Ask him about daily food specials as well as wine suggestions. Salvatore
offers about 60 labels, including Sardinian wines.
The service is warm and the ambience is friendly. But the real star is the food.
Open 12-14:00, 18-23:00 Closed Mondays | Tel: +66 (0)76 225958
Near the circle and fresh market in Phuket Town.
www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Plum Fine Dining / Vanilla Sky Eurasian/Tapas Bar
The new chic modern resort Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas brings the
sophisticated style of city living to the tropical beauty of Phuket Island.
Cape Sienna awaits you in our two unique dining venues, both with
outstanding service, fine cuisine and views to match. It’s chic! It’s modern!
It’s hip! It’s laidback! It’s Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas.
At Plum Fine Dining, Executive Chef Indrajit Saha offers an exotic
experience with tantalizing Oriental dishes and more familiar dishes with a
hint of tropical spices. Slip into our sleek décor and treat your palette with
fusion cuisine for an unforgettable experience.
Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort serves distinctive
cocktails and interesting Tapas together with a breathtaking view of Kamala
Bay. Stepping out on the terrace and slipping into one of the chairs will give
you a sensation of having reached a small piece of heaven on earth.
Come for the Cape Sienna experience and be surprised by the amazing
location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…
Plum Fine Dining18-23 Closed Mon&Wed Vanilla Sky 17–00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 337300
Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff at the beginning of Millionaire's Mile!
www.capesienna.com, food@capesienna.com
Da Vinci Italian
Conceptualisations and ingenuity in the form of Italian cuisine come to Nai
Harn! Relish an authentic style of cooking of a diverse array of favourites
and new combinations served in a cozy ambiance or savour pizzas in a
separate casual seating area by a wood-fired oven.
Welcoming tastes and sights abound at Da Vinci with tantalizing
temptations served from the kitchen with fresh ingredients as signature
items in every dish. The Lasagne Al Forno, home made lasagne layers
of pasta made with beef and tomato sauce and the Spaghetti Neri
Pomodorini Calamari E/ Gamberi, black spaghetti with tomato, squid and
prawn offer unique tastes and texture combinations with the richness of
their flavours reflected in the quality of the ingredients.
The Scaloppine Al Vino Bianco Con Patate are two appetizing escalopes
with white wine served with potatoes were perfectly cooked fillets of pork.
For superlative Italian cuisine with the freshest of ingredients, be sure to try
Da Vinci and discover a renaissance of food.
Open daily 17:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 289574
Centre of Nai Harn on the road to Rawai
www.davinciphuket.com
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Jean Pierre Bar & Restaurant International Mom Tri's Boathouse Regatta International On The Beach International Azur Mediterranean

Superb food and warm hospitality that are creatively prepared and
generously offered and served in a hip and chic setting are the
ingredients that set the stage for a wonderful evening out. This fusion of
exquisite and inviting elements provide for a memorable occasion, and
is a place that tempts patrons to return again and again.
The Large Grilled Prawn with two truffle-based sauces is one delicacy to
be savoured. The mushroom condiments were a surprising complement
to the prawn with a hint of mint in one offering a unique touch. The
Tuna Fillet with spinach ravioli in a Parmesan walnut sauce not only
paired different textures and taste combinations but was also a pleasing
dish to the eye and the Rack of Lamb and Rib Eye Steak on a bed of
mushrooms are ideal partners.
A stylish and upscale setting with exquisite food and a warm ambience,
make Jean Pierre Bar & Restaurant a place to go to get a taste of that
something special.
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 343024
In front of Andaman Beach Suites in Patong
www.wheretoeat-phuket.com
Treat yourself to a fine dining occasion that calls for remarkable and fresh
ingredients such as ambiance, setting, service and food! Top up these
elements with a marina-side venue on the boardwalk of Royal Phuket
Marina with a view of luxury yachts and the extraordinary cuisine famous
to Mom Tri’s Boathouse Wine & Grill in Kata, but at a much lower price, and
there are the makings for an exceptional evening.
Mom Tri’s Boathouse Regatta boasts an elegant, modern décor that is
representative of yacht racing and regattas with signal flags, portholes and
other items symbolic of yachting on the white walls.
Boathouse favourites and new dishes from Maître-Cuisinier de France Chef
Jean-Noël Lumineau and Chef Tummanoon of Mom Tri's Boathouse Wine
& Grill are on the menu. The cuisine at the Boathouse Regatta is a fusion of
seafood and French Mediterranean cuisine with over 200 wines to match.
Set sail for a regatta – enjoy the food, wine and the views on the boardwalk!
Open daily 11:00-23:00, Closed Tuesdays | Tel: +66 (0)76 360855
Royal Phuket Marina, Thepkrassattri Road, Koh Kaew
www.momtriphuket.com
Located in an absolute beachfront setting with stunning views over
the Andaman Sea, you'll find On The Beach. You cannot select a better
location to enjoy the inventive international cuisine created by Chef Sanit
and his team of chefs whilst watching the lights of the fishing boats out
at sea.
Superb food with welcoming and attentive yet unobtrusive service is the
perfect recipe for an unforgettable evening. The restaurant is part of the
Karon Beach Resort & Spa, a delightful 4-star property located right on
one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches.
Treat yourself and your loved one to a romantic and sensual evening
with a wonderful candlelit dinner and enjoy the food while listening to
the sound of the waves. The staff at On the Beach take great pleasure
in making your dining experience something that you will savour and
remember.
Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330006-7
Located at the southern end of Karon Beach, next to Dino Park Mini G olf.
www.katagroup.com/karonbeach
A healthy and fine cuisine, which is the product of the fusion of several
cultures in the Mediterranean region, a spectacular indoor and outdoor
dining area situated in a grand resort against the backdrop of the inviting
waters of the Andaman Sea indicate the makings for an extraordinary
dining occasion.
Azur at the Radisson Plaza Resort Phuket Panwa Beach hosts an exquisite
evening of superlative Mediterranean cuisine. Tapas and Mezze dishes
include Tabouleh, a mouth-watering salad of burghul wheat, chopped
scallions, tomatoes and parsley; Dolma, vine leaves filled with rice,
vegetables and spices; Hummous, blended garbanzo beans, with tahini,
lemon juice, topped with virgin olive oil. Greek style Grilled Lamb Skewers
with ’Boureki Haniotiko’, an enticing combination of gratinated baked
vegetables with feta cheese, are a succulent main course.
Unsurpassed culinary delights, ambience and location in conjunction with
superb service await the discerning diner. Indulge yourself in an adventure!
Open Thu-Sat 16:00-22:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 602500
Radisson Plaza Resort Phuket Panwa Beach
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The Siam Supper Club International
The Siam Supper Club is definitely an icon!! It screams the word. There are
few places in the world that provoke such a sense of time and place.
The venue is a long bar and grill that has become synonymous with the
cool of a bygone age still leaving it's sophisticated imprint. It's cool... in the
same way scotch on the rocks is cool. Beautiful... no glorious jazz filling the
few empty spaces. One of the most interesting collections of sepia black
and whites remain true to this same time and place.
When one is at The Siam Supper Club, one has to give up the mantle
of tourist or visitor and for a brief time assume the rank of resident or...
Phuketian. For when you're at The Siam Supper Club you are well and
truly placed in a subtley lit and timbered comfort zone where a cocktail
is still a cocktail damn it, the wines are big and the fabulous food reminds
you of how things used to be. Ah! The tropics!
Big wines. Fabulous food. Great music.
Open daily 18:00-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 270936
Outside the gates of Laguna at Tinlay Place
www.siamsupperclub.com
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Limburi Bistro International
A new and innovative concept of dining has just arrived in Patong! An
open aired environment that is simply yet tastefully decorated and is
situated just above street level in the bustling centre provides the setting
for a leisurely dining occasion. Limburi Bistro offers a medley of original
dishes that are a delight to the senses and marry Thai, Asian and Western
favourites.
Good things come in good packages! The Creamy Tom Yum Kung, a
blend of the traditional Thai prawn soup with a Western creamy soup
base is served in a coconut. Another signature dish is the Pineapple with
Fried Penne, a variant of Pineapple Fried Rice. A Japanese favourite, the
Tempura Wasabi Shrimp is served with a wasabi mayonnaise dressing.
Reminiscent of Japanese sushi with a Nori seaweed wrap, the Sweet
Sticky Rice with Mango Roll is a pleasing deep fried dessert.
With a central location in Patong minutes from Jungceylon, Limburi Bistro
offers a superb and creative menu with dishes that are reasonably priced.
Open daily 07:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344059-60
First floor of Limburi Hometel, Rat-U-Thit Song Roi Pee Rd opposite Christin Massage.
www.limburi.com
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Into the Beach International
Into the Beach's contemporary open kitchen, sail-like roof and sand
floor with its seaside location, embrace the philosophy of providing
modern luxuries and facilities, while taking exceptional care of the
environment.
The menu follows Six Senses’ Slow Life concept to promote the natural
healthy way of life for body and soul. Slow Life philosophy is based
on the balance of acronyms: sustainable, local, organic, wholesome,
learning, inspiring, fun, experiences. It promotes a natural healthy way
of life for body and soul and is focused on 'wholesome', which is an
expression of harmony between all other elements. Slow Life inspires us
to live our life to its full potential.
Slow Life is a lifestyle way of eating that can make you feel better about
yourself. Food concepts include spa cuisine, organic, low carbohydrates,
high protein diet, vegetarian, and raw food.
Enjoy a new style, right on the beach and Into the Beach.
Open daily 11:30-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 381010 ext 6
In Rawai, almost immediately opposite the Shell Museum
www.sixsenses.com
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We custom tailor uniforms for companies, spas, hotels etc.
We have a wide range of fashionable seasonal clothing at our shop.
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Tel: +66 (0)76 216213 Mobile: +66 (0)89 249 8813
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Climax @ Bangla International
Climax Pool Dining & Music Lounge is located on the roof top of Patong’s newest
design resort, Absolute Bangla Suites, and offers an extensive variety of dining
options and drinks, all while enjoying a bird’s eye view of Patong.
"We offer a new dining experience where you can enjoy the best Western
dishes and seafood specialties complemented with our large wine selection
and Climax signature drinks. All this while enjoying the sophisticated
atmosphere and unique view of Patong from our rooftop,’’ says Stephen
Bouwman, Operations Manager.
With many years experience in designing menus and organizing and catering
functions in Phuket, Stephan has created a number of unique signature
dishes as well as a fresh seafood menu plus imported beef and fresh sushi and
sashimi and special homemade ice cream and desserts.
With a seating capacity of 78, a drinks menu numbering in the hundreds and a
VIP room, which can be used as a separate function room for private, corporate
and special functions, Climax offers the ideal venue for any occasion.
Open daily 07:30-11:00, Bar till 2 am | Tel: +66 (0)82 636 4316
Soi Bangla Square, rooftop of Absolute Bangla Suites.
www.theclimax.net
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White Box Modern Mediterranean/Asian Baan Yin Dee Fusion/International Baluchi Indian LIM's Restaurant & NINE Lounge and Bar Thai

Often the ideal dining and nightlife venue has an unsurpassed
beachfront setting with views of the Andaman Sea and the setting sun
at dusk. Once a house nestled on the beach and known to locals as
White Box due to its colour and shape, White Box offers is now a two
and a half storey building that holds an outdoor rooftop bar and both
an outdoor and air conditioned dining area on the first floor.
Superlative dishes such as the Pan Fried Rock Lobster and Foie Gras
wth cantaloupe, mango and apple salsa and lavender essence and the
Grilled Wagyu Beef Sirloin with grande escolha reduction, figs, plum and
mizuna salad are pleasing to the eye and tantalize the taste buds.
After dinner, move to the party upstairs and get a taste of Latino, Salsa,
Hip-Hop, R&B and more that White Box features on weekend nights.
A superlative beachside location with a lively social and nightlife scene,
an outstanding cuisine make White Box a venue to frequent.
Open daily Mon-Sat 17-01:00, Sun 12-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 346271
Few destinations in the world can host an evening of enjoyment with
sophisticated flair and unrivalled ambience. Unprecedented luxury and
comfort characterise Baan Yin Dee. “Warm Welcome Home”, the English
translation of Baan Yin Dee, is an apt name for this upscale retreat that
truly is to be discovered. Traditional Thai hospitality, the pleasing sounds
of the piano and the superb dinner make for a relaxing occasion.
The international and fusion flare at BYD come alive in the dishes
so delicately prepared and presented. The Nasi Goreng Kampong,
the Indonesian style fried rice served with chicken satay and shrimp
crackers, topped with a fried egg and a signature dish, KO’s spicy
sautéed pasta, a choice of pasta with asparagus, olives, Thai basil pesto
sauce, peppers, dry chilli with seafood or chicken.
An upscale venue catering to tourists and locals alike, BYD provides an
unsurpassed dining experience. With superb food, piano music and
hospitality in a stylish environment, it doesn’t get any better than this.
Open daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-6 ext 5
Baluchi is located in the heart of Patong and in Karon yet the relaxed
atmosphere of both restaurants with soft background Indian music,
creates a great ambience to relish a hearty meal with your family or to
entertain your friends or clients.
They take pride in using only authentic and fresh Indian spices, freshly
ground in their kitchen and fresh, not frozen, meat. Homemade paneer
(cottage cheese) and yoghurt, tandoori kebabs, naan and rotis, Mughlai
curries and the best Indian long grain basmati rice dishes are just some
of the specialties which their Indian master chef serves daily. One
can taste the most mouth-watering tandoori kebabs in town, not to
mention the variety of breads baked freshly in the tandoor or a delicious
variety of prawn, chicken, mutton or vegetable biryani.
Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island,
serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported
from India. Karon is open 15:00 to 23:30 except Saturdays.
Open daily 13:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 292526, +66 (0)76 284555
LIM’s at Kalim Bay is an elegant custom-designed restaurant and a gallery
of bold, very abstract art, built on a tropical hillside garden beside one of
Phuket’s few natural rivers. Call it a hidden treasure.
LIM’s has special offerings of generous portions that combine interesting
textures and tastes. There’s a pomelo salad with shrimp that has a fresh,
very clean taste. The slices of marinated duck breast rolled in cucumber
are very light and match either the Australian or New Zealand red or
white wines offered on the menu. Traditional, popular curries can be
found on the menu with large king prawns, chicken or duck and there’s a
section for vegetarians.
Along with NINE Lounge and Bar, this is a restaurant to relax in, to take your
time between courses and enjoy the company of your dinner companions.
Until now, the pleasure of an evening at LIM’s, a favourite of Thai and expat
residents, has spread mostly by discreet word of mouth as the chosen
elegant hideaway for the discerning diner. Now the word is out.
Open daily 18:30-22:30 (Kitchen, Bar until late) | Tel: +66 (0)76 344834

Past Novotel Resort after Sunset Resort on beach side Muean Ngern Road south end of Patong Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to the Karon Football Stadium From Kalim Beach Road, enter Soi 7 at Orchid Hotel and drive up the hill for 500 m
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Siam Indigo Authentic Thai/Fusion

Set in the 'Heritage' part of Phuket Town, Siam Indigo represents all that is good
about the area and the changes that are happening there.
Set up in 2006, Siam Indigo offers a unique setup where works from local artists
adorn the 90-year-old walls in the white table and chair dining room while the
lounge/bar area sticks to a more modern style. Overall, Siam Indigo's décor is
a successful marriage of old, atmospheric Chinese shophouse and eclectic art
with a broad emphasis on space and light.
To the back of the restaurant is a Mexican hacienda-style patio featuring a
quasi-open kitchen where diners can enjoy the evening breezes. Essentially, the
décor reflects the attitude of the owners: a healthy respect for the building's
heritage with a leaning towards the contemporary.
Following the tradition of Asian cultures, the menu has been designed for
sharing. Pass plates amongst friends and companions and embrace this
custom!
Siam Indigo is registered in Thailand best restaurants Tatler guide for 2007-2008-
2009. Enjoy excellent Thai delicaties with some fusion creations. A “Phuketien
night” with show is organized once a week for those who wish to experience
the real Phuket life. Céline runs a great team and her enthusiasm is contagious.
Open 11:00 till late, Closed Sundays | Tel: +66 (0)76 256697
At the beginning of Phang Nga Road, close to the circle & market
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Mark Norris
We talk to Mark Norris, an international marketing
executive who’s used his skills to transform Da Vinci
from ‘just another restaurant’ into a Phuket icon, in
less than a year. Their new V lounge is where you
go to be seen.

Where are you from originally? I’m from the UK, but I lived in France for
10 years and then 16 years in Switzerland although 80% of the time I
was travelling all over the world, for my business.
When did you move to Phuket? My wife and I have had a house here for
five years, although we were living in Singapore. We decided to move here
permanently in January of this year.
Had you been here before? I’ve been coming to Phuket on vacation and for
seminars for over 20 years.
What made you decide to come and live here? I needed a change of pace
and lifestyle. I was travelling too much. I decided I needed an activity which
fitted within a 30 kilometre radius instead of 30, 000. I’ve two young children
aged seven and five, so spending time with them is important to me.
What did you do before you came to Phuket? I was the Executive Vice-
President, Sales and Marketing, for an international electronics company.
Did you come here intending to set up a business? Yes. Originally, I they don't know how to ride and often don’t wear a helmet. They then say
wanted to set up a Japanese retirement community called Kiraku dedicated that Thailand’s roads are unsafe, which may be true, but they don’t help.
only to Japanese retirees, who would stay for five to seven years. However, it How is Phuket from your point of view? Growing every year and despite
was very difficult to raise the equity required. Then an opportunity came up all of the difficulties, will remain a very strong tourist destination for years to
to buy the Da Vinci restaurant in Nai Harn. Both my partners and I liked the come. I see it becoming more and more of a place for retirement.
place and we thought it deserved some investment and targeted marketing.
We set out to make it one of the best restaurants on the south of the island. How old are you? 48 this year.

How long have you been running Da Vinci? Since January of this year.
Why did you choose the name ‘Da Vinci’? That was already the name. We
did not want to change it. We just completed the branding with the ‘vitruvian
man’ logo, which a lot of people recognise easily.
What problems did you face and how did you overcome them? Firstly,
we had to get the staff on our side, by taking care of them. Secondly, we had
to advertise. However, marketing will only get people in the door, one time. If
it’s good, customers will tell one or two people, if it's bad, they’ll tell everyone.
How do you approach your job? With an open mind and some trepidation.
I’ve never run a restaurant before and it’s a lot harder work than I ever
imagined.
What would you say is your motto for running the business? Keep it
simple but sophisticated. Hire good people, let them do their job, and be
there to help when needed.
Whereabouts do you live in Phuket? In Nai Harn. The south of the island is
still like all Thailand used to be.
What influenced your choice when you bought your house? Proximity to
the beach and the advice of the architect.
What do you like and dislike about living in Phuket? I love the overall
atmosphere of the island and Thailand in general. What I don't like is the way
tourists tend to behave here. They put their lives at risk renting motorcycles
What school do your kids go to? Headstart – a really great new school at an
affordable price, with a maximum of 15 children in each class.
How do you spend time with your family? Going to the beach and jet-
skiing, and before you ask, “No, I’ve never had a problem with the guys in
Karon who rent them.”
Who is the person who has most influenced you? My wife, who is
Japanese. She’s the calmest person I know.
Motto for life? Live it, and try not to regret anything.
Could you tell us about your lifestyle? Work hard and play hard. Enjoy the
children, family and friends.
Where is your favourite place in Phuket? Nai Harn Beach, it's such a great
location.
Are you involved in any local charities, clubs or associations? I’m a
member of IBAP, BBAP and the Chaîne Des Rôtisseurs but I’m not really active,
as the restaurant takes most of my time and any free nights I try to spend
with the family.
For more information contact:
Da Vinci Restaurant
28/46 Moo 1, Nai Harn, Phuket (Opposite 711 on the road to Nai Harn Beach)
Tel: +66 (0)76 289574 Website: www.davinciphuket.com

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Photos courtesy of Dan Miles & Stephan Audiger
PHUKET
INTERNATIONAL
BLUES ROCK
FESTIVAL
February 26 - 27 @ Hilton Phuket
Arcadia Resort and Spa
Get ready for the fifth Phuket International Blues Rock Festival 2010. The festival is
presented by THAI Airways International, and is hosted by Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and
Spa. The event will take place on 26 - 27 February, 2010 in side the huge property of The
Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa, Karon.
The Phuket International Blues Rock Festival began in December
2005 as a two-day event on the weekend before Christmas at
the Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort and Spa. The reason those dates
were chosen originally, was because we wanted to add a positive
event, to offset the sadness associated with the upcoming tsunami
anniversary.
This year the festival will be huge – the event will see twelve acts in
total, with eight international bands imported for the occasion. It’s
a great party with tremendous music, plenty of food and drink and
other activities.
The event main headliner will be the legendary blues artist Charlie
Musselwhite and his band from the United States. From the tiniest
blues clubs to the world's biggest festivals, Charlie has played
them all. Now he comes to Thailand for the first time, and on
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Saturday, February 27 he’ll play an exclusive concert closing the
2010 show. He featured, along with ‘everybody who's anybody’ in
the blues world, in Dan Aykroyd's hit movie, ‘Blues Brothers 2000’.
Charlie is a 40 plus-year veteran with more than 20 albums, 18 W.C.
Handy Awards and six Grammy nominations to his credit.
Australian Richard Clapton, finishing the acts on Friday, is one
of Australia's foremost musicians who emerged in the early
1970’s as a talented and ambitious singer-songwriter performing
in the ‘troubadour’ style, featured by artists such as Neil Young
and Jackson Browne. He paved the way for three generations of
songwriters to write about the experience of being Australian.
While not widely known outside of Australia, he’s been a
household name in that part of the world since 1975, when his
title song from ‘Girls on the Avenue’ topped the Australian charts.
35 years later he’s as popular as ever, and Friday, February 26 he
comes to Thailand exclusively to perform at the festival. Let there
be hordes of Girls on the Hilton Arcadia Avenue to welcome one
of Australia’s top rock 'n’ roll musicians and his band!
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Phuket International Blues Rock Festival
Advance tickets are available now from ThaiTicketMajor.com and
from February 14th. with two different prices from numerous
locations around Phuket. See website or posters for details:
- 1,500 Baht for the two-day event at the gate; only THB 1,000
when purchased in advance
- 3,500 baht for the two day VIP pass at the gate; only 3,000 baht
when purchased in advance. VIP pass includes access to the
Festival V.I.P. area and lounge with free flow beer and wine.
SCHEDULE
Thursday, February 25, 2010:
• 15:00 Robert One-Man Johnson (USA) in the Hilton Arcadia
hotel lobby crossroads
Photo courtesy of Royal Eastern Beverage • 22:00 Festival Warm-Up Session @ Tai Pan night club, Patong
Friday, February 26, 2010:
• 15:00 AkashA (Malaysia) Acoustic World Music in the hotel
lobby
• 17:00 Main Gates open – darts, other games and plenty of
food and drink
• 18:00 Robert (One-Man) Johnson (USA), Retrovision
(Bangkok), Andy Gonzales (USA) and the Rockin’ Angels,
Rich Harper (USA) and Richard Clapton Australia)
Saturday, February 27, 2010:
• 15:00 Robert One-Man Johnson (USA) in the hotel lobby
crossroads
• 17:00 Main Gates open – darts, other games and plenty of
food and drink
• 17:30 AkashA World Music (Malaysia), George Cordeiro and
From Malaysia comes AkashA, a top-rated, world-famous band the Fai JangBlues Gang (USA), the Prodigal Sons
(Norway), the Groove Doctors and Friends (Phuket),
playing music with a soulful theme.
KNiKi (Australia) and Charlie Musselwhite (USA)
Famed Latino blues meister Andy Gonzales (USA) joins for the first
time along with Robert (One Man) Johnson (USA) and Bangkok’s
Retrovision. SEE YOU AT THE
By popular demand Rich Harper (USA) will return along with KNiKi HILTON ARCADIA,
from Australia. Our very own Tony Wilson and Rob Davies will also
be back with a top notch local band. 26 - 27 February, 2010!
The festival is a charity event with funds donated to organisations
For an update on acts and schedule contact
dedicated to providing schooling for under-privileged local children.
For 2010 the festival will support the Rotary Club of Patong, Phuket Andy Andersen, Festival Director
and its local education program. The 2008 Festival DVD is available Tel: +66 (0) 86 682 2639; email: phuketmusic@yahoo.com
so you can re-live the highlights of that previous show Web: www.phuketbluesfestival.com
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Tel: +66 (0)76 236663, +66 (0)76 236056 Tel: +66 (0)76 271233

Spa 367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100

Email: info@theroyalspa.com Website: www.theroyalspa.com
10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100
Website: www.lemongrasshouse.com Spa

The Royal Spa Lemongrass House

To visit this home of award-winning spa oils, creams, soaps and so many other exquisite products is a delight. The aromas are
To experience The Royal Spa is to feel the true beauty of nature and reflect on the
enchanting. At Lemongrass, you can enjoy a spa treatment to sample and choose from their huge range, then take home your
power of body, mind and spiritual connections.
choice to enjoy at your leisure. They even have a great range of kid’s spa products.

The Royal Spa and Health Club
In the heart of bustling Phuket Town lies a quiet haven of heavenly peace.
With the continuous sounds of water, trickling, bubbling and steaming, and
with the sweet fruity scents that fill the air, the being is enticed into a flowing
stillness of body and mind.
Based on his years of experiences at some of the top spas in Southeast Asia,
Bobby has developed a full line of healthy skin care products. For example, his
Right now The Royal Spa have 12 branches that are managed in resorts hydrating face and body creams have 25 per cent aloe vera, white orchid and
in Patong, Kata, Karon, Panwa, Ao Chalong and Phuket Town and you are cucumber extracts. And he’s developed a revitalizing mineral muscle soak made
welcome to experience our spas with us anytime. As a special for our 8th year from Andaman Sea salt crystals, blended with white orchid and chamomile
anniversary, we offer 'BUY ONE GET ONE FREE' value. extracts, to help draw out impurities and soothe and revive tense muscles.

The Royal Spa and Health Club is a popular tropical day spa with both locals
and visitors alike, which is managed by the Royal Spa Development and
Management Company. With an excellent reputation in the spa development
industry through its experience and attention to detail, the Royal Spa and
Health Club offers a distinctly personal experience.
Of the signature treatments, the Royal Stone Therapy is one that is particularly
interesting. The Hot Stone massage technique, founded 5000 years ago, uses
black volcanic stones, which are heated and placed on the body, producing a
profound effect, stilling the mind and easing the body.
Unlike many of the high-end spa complexes on the island, which market
themselves exclusively to tourists, the reasonable prices and relaxed but
professional staff at the Royal Spa, means that many local Thais, as well as
tourists, are beginning to use the spa. This has helped to erase the often stiff,
and over-formal atmosphere at many of Phuket’s spa resorts, giving the Royal
Spa an ambience of authentic relaxation and pleasure.
All the therapists working at the Royal Spa have been trained at the in-house
'Phuket Spa Academy', established in 2004, to provide a comprehensive spa
training course. The curriculum and assessments provide a measurement of
therapist expertise and knowledge within the Thai spa industry. Since then,
the Royal Spa Development and Management Company have provided
comprehensive and professional spa management, and development
programs, for spa retreats throughout Thailand. Their aim is to provide a
standard of service and expertise throughout the Thai spa industry, to ensure
a high quality of service and standard of treatment, throughout Thailand. It
truly offers the ‘one stop services for Thai spa business’ and a quality of
relaxed professionalism, rarely found in luxury spa resorts.
Some treatments & packages at The Royal Spa
Prices range from 1,200 to 6,500 Baht
The Royal Ayurvedic Massage 90 min
Ayurvedic Massage or Abhyanga is a full body massge with medicated oils
to balance specific conditions.
Hot Stone Massage 90 min
Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage that uses black volcanic heated
stones to make you feel deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the
stress that is held within your body.
The Royal Signature package 4 hrs
The Royal Honey Body Treatment (scrub and wrap)
The Royal Experience Massage
The Royal Facial
Milky Bath
BUY 1 GET 1 FREE AT EVERY BRANCH
This Privilege applies to the 12 following locations:
The Royal Spa & Health Club, Phuket Town
The Royal Spa Ao chalong Villa Resort& Spa, Ao Chalong
The Royal Spa Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort, Karon
The Royal Spa Karon Seasands Resort & Spa, Karon
The Royal Spa The Village Resort & Spa, Karon
The Royal Spa The Front Village, Karon
The Royal Spa Sugar Palm Resort & Spa, Kata
The Royal Spa @ Malisa Villa Suites, Kata
The Royal Spa The Beach Boutique House, Kata
The Royal Spa Absolute Sea Pearl Beach Resort & Spa, Patong
The Royal Spa Absolute Patong Ville Resort, Patong
The Royal Spa Bel Air Panwa, Rawai
“People are sensitive to different scents at different times of day. It’s a good
idea to get a variety of essential oils and experiment with what smells and
feels good to you,” he says. “Our aromatherapy massage and body oils can
be either uplifting or calming to the spirit. They’re carefully balanced hand-
blended oils created by adding pure essential oils to nourishing, vitamin E
enriched, sweet almond and jojoba base oils.
Lemongrass has won many awards, including Condé Nast Hot List 2007, and
has been featured in several top magazines, including Time Magazine’s “Best
of Asia”. According to Time, “If you want to smell like no one else, try mixing a
selection from the more than 90 natural scents at Lemongrass House.”
Lemongrass House is located in Cherngtalay, Surin Beach and Chalong, where
you can buy their full range of spa products at modest prices, making perfect
gifts for friends and family who can enjoy the aromatic scents of Asia in the
Bobby Duchowny studied aromatherapy – a healing art that promotes
privacy of their homes – no matter where in the world they live.
massage, when combined with specific herb and spice oils, as a method
to reduce stress, boost energy and heal certain physical ailments – at the
American Aromatherapy Association.
Some years ago while on holiday in Thailand, he visited an organic farm in
Petchaboon province and became interested in the natural healing properties
of Thai herbs and spices.
“I was particularly attracted to lemon grass as it was used in many popular
Thai foods, as a medicine for stomach disorders and even as a repellent for
mosquitoes,” he recalls.
Bobby used lemon grass as his signature herb to create a line of essential oils,
face and body creams, shower gels and bath crystals, which he and his wife
Palita sold at Bangkok’s world-famous Weekend Market.
What started, several years ago, as a modest enterprise has blossomed into
a successful operation offering over 90 oils and a wide range of body care
products through many outlets, as well as supplying many of Thailand’s top
resorts and spas with aromatherapy oils.
“Our advantage is that we produce the freshest spa products and our stock is
never kept longer than three months; using fresh spa products can be likened
to eating fresh food rather than processed food.”

Location Location
To Laguna Hotels
SAM KONG To Bypass Rd. To Phuket
To Kathu City
Lemongrass

SURIN BEACH
Tesco Lotus To Downtown
Bypass Rd.

Yaowarat Rd. Vachira House Lemongrass

Bangkok Hospital CHALONG House
Phuket Hospital THE ROYAL 1 CIRCLE
To Tha Reua 2
SPA To Kata To
CHERNGTALAY Chalong
KHAO RANG Pier
Index To Kamala To Rawai

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Tel: +66 (0)76 263222, +66 (0)76 264533
Spa 5/10 Chaofa-West Rd., Thumbon Vichit, Muang, Phuket, Phuket 83100
Email: sukko@sukkospa.com Website: www.sukkospa.com
Sukko Cultural Spa
Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My first feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of the Sukko spa was, "I’m in
paradise". The Sukko staff are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design, influenced by the ancient Siamese
capital, creates a haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I had left all my troubles behind.
Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My
first feeling when I stepped through
the impressive gates of the Sukko spa
was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are
dressed beautifully in traditional Thai
style and the spa design, influenced by
the ancient Siamese capital, creates a
haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I
had left all my troubles behind.
Chilled out by the soothing background
music, my mind was filled with a
peaceful wellbeing as I enjoyed the
warm traditional welcome (again from
Sukko culture) of the ‘Flower Floating
Ritual’ – similar to ‘Loy Kratong’, where
the idea is to float away past stresses
and wish for luck and joy from that
moment on.
A variety of 40 spa treatments – prepared by Sukko's certified Thai Herbalist
and based on ancient Thai medical theory – is offered at Sukko, in packages
lasting from 2 hours to 4 hours. Each package has a specific purpose and can
be selected to suit your lifestyle or the way you feel on the day. These herbal
recipes and procedures have been handed down through generations and are
totally free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colouring. Some of the
herbs and spices are grown in Sukko’s own herb garden and picked just for your
treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be.
I was pampered with the ‘All-Soother’ package, a 2 1/2 hour experience that
left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This four-treatment combination began
with 30 minutes in the steam room and the Jacuzzi, followed by a Thai Turmeric
Body Scrub designed to soften your skin and awaken your senses. The scrub
was followed by a traditional Thai massage, the pressure applied gently but
firmly. "Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling?" my therapist
asked me from time to time. “Mmm… perfect…” were the only responses
that seemed to suit how I felt. My last step, which came all too soon, was the
Thai Herb Purifying Facial Treatment, using creams and herbs that left my face
feeling smooth and glowing – and even looked good enough to eat!
Sukko Spa’s restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique concept:
"Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Element". For those who want to
exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of fitness opportunities,
including ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ (the hermit self
stretching), a traditional Thai exercise or, for
something more strenuous, try ‘Muay Thai
Chaiya’, a traditional and effective art of self-
defense. Parents who come to Sukko to relax
can leave their kids at Suk Zon Kid's Club,
where they will enjoy with a variety of fun yet
safe activities.
Sukko Spa, one of Phuket’s most luxurious spas,
is located on Chaofa Road just 30 minutes from
Phuket International Airport, 10 minutes from
Phuket Town, 30 minutes from Kata or Karon
Beach and 20 minutes from Patong Beach. It
is creatively designed in a contemporary Thai
style, set amongst 15 rai (6 acres) of luxuriously
landscaped tropical forest.
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Tel: +66 (0)76 340138
41 Taweewongse Road, Patong Beach, Phuket
Email: spaipc@impiana.com Website: www.impiana.com Spa
Swasana Spa
Whether you’re suffering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for
a slice of tropical relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way to start.
Some treatments & packages at the Swasana Spa
Some treatments & packages at Sukko Spa Prices range from 2,250 to 7,650 Baht
Heaven of Silk 180 min
The Royal Swasana 4.5 hrs
The particles of Thai silk powder are so small that they can be easily
The Signature Collection combines the finest of the Swasana Spa
absorbed through the skin, helping to nourish and maintain it completely.
treatments: 5 steps, with Jacuzzi, Swasana Salt Scrub, Thai Herbal Wrap,
This is a four-step treatment with Royal Thai Silk Body Mask, Wild Honey Milk
Swasana Massage, Choice of Facial Treatment (Aloe Vera Facial or
Floral Bath, Aromatherapy Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Spa and Tea
Rejuvenating Anti-Stress Facial).
for Time.
Princess of the Andaman 3.5 hrs
Relaxing Pleasure 150 min
A must for any discerning visitor to Thailand: Jacuzzi, Coffee Scrub,
Steam/Jacuzzi, Serenity Aromatherapy Body Massage, Stimulating Foot
Aromatherapy Massage, Rejuvenating Anti-Stress facial.
Massage, Tea for Time.
Siam Paradise 2 hrs
Scent Lovers 150 min
Perfect for the active at heart and guaranteed to enliven and awaken, with
Steam/Jacuzzi, Herbal Salt Body Scrub, Rose of Love Bath, Sweet Memory
Herbal Steam and Siam Aroma Therapy Massage.
Aromatherapy Body Massage, Tea for Time .
Luxurious Desire 240 min Finding a spa in Patong is easy. But if you want first-class tropical treatments
in a superb beachfront setting, your choice is very limited. Fortunately, the
Steam/Jacuzzi, Golden Sugar Body Scrub, Wild Honey Milk Bath, Jasmine newly-opened Swasana Spa at Impiana Phuket Cabana Resort & Spa, provides
Night Aromatherapy, Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Treatment, the perfect answer. With two luxurious treatment rooms for couples, complete
Stimulating Foot Massage, Tea for Time with private steam room and oversize twin Jacuzzi, one single treatment rooms
and two beachfront Thai Massage rooms, Swasana Spa is unique in Patong –
Morning Glory Half Day
blending sublime treatments with a spectacular beachside location.
Let the traditional Thai way of life awaken your senses and bless your soul.
Whether you’re suffering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated
Start with a traditional Sukko culture and be welcomed by the ‘Flower commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for a slice of tropical
Floating Ritual’. Float away past stress and plan for a new bliss, followed by relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way
a spa consultation of ‘Love Celebration Package’, a ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ lesson, to start.
Herbal Steam and Jacuzzi and a Thai Massage. Then relax with ‘Tea for Time’
and a healthy snack before indulging in the Thai set menu for Longevity My journey began with a Herbal Steam treatment in the aromatic steam room.
(Recommended) at the Suk Savoey restaurant. Great for cleaning the pores and clearing the mind. Then out of the steam
into the warm Jacuzzi for two, sipping a cool ginger tea while nature’s healing
power eases away aches and stress.
Already beginning to relax, I moved on to the Swasana Salt Scrub, the spa’s
signature body treatment. My 2 therapists started with a gentle scrub, using
tropical salt and tamarind to remove the dead skin cells, leaving my skin feeling
smooth and silky.
Gearing up the sense of total relaxation, and gearing down even further my
stress levels, I next experienced the signature massage – a combination of
Lomi-Lomi and Aromatherapy techniques and principles. Lomi Lomi, also called
‘Loving Hands’, derives from ancient Polynesian massage using long continuous,
flowing strokes to get deeply into tired muscles. Aromatherapy, using essential
oils to stimulate or relax, is the perfect complement. While my therapists’ hands
worked their magic on my body, I felt I had
left all my worldly cares and tension behind.
Location Location
By now in sensory heaven, the Sawasana
Kwang Rd.
angels prepared me for a Rejuvenating PATONG BEACH
To Phuket Town Anti-Stress Facial. A blend of facial massage
with natural creams, this treatment cleansed SWASANA SPA
To Karon Taweewong Rd. To Kalim
Sawasdirak Rd.
To Chalong and rejuvenated my skin and facial muscles.
With all my senses heightened, I detected
Soi Bangla
To Airport Chao-fa West Rd.
SUKKO SPA the fragrance of guava fruit – good enough PATONG Club Andaman
Big-C Central
Island Furniture & to eat, but alas just one of the natural
The Courtyard
Festival ingredients in the creams my therapist was
To Kathu
using. This one is a must for anyone thinking
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Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7 (Advertorial)

Spa 100 Vised Road, Moo 2, Rawai 83130

Email: reservations-phuket-spa@sixsenses.com Website: www.sixsenses.com

Six Senses Spa

Our aim is to offer our clients a new kind of spa experience, one that is truly holistic, tailor-made and
designed to rejuvenate and energise, and ultimately provide the knowledge, tools and support
that is required to create a better quality of life for all.

Some treatments & packages at Six Senses

The winner of several international awards including the Luxury Travel & Style
Magazine, Australia as 10th Place Best Overseas Spa 2009, the luxuriously
appointed spa at Evason Phuket Resort & Spa is spread over three floors
and sets a new standard in spa design. The Six Senses Spa provides a
relaxing and revitalising experience as well as healing treatments and offers
a comprehensive menu of signature treatments and specialist practitioner
programmes for holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty. Using only
natural products including therapeutic quality essential oils as the basis of the
aromatherapy skincare products for most of the face and body treatments,
skilled therapists create sensory journeys to rejuvenate and balance the senses.
The aim of the spa is to offer clients a new kind of spa experience, one that
is truly holistic, tailor-made and designed to rejuvenate and energise and
ultimately provide the knowledge, tools and support that is required to create
a better quality of life for all. It is our mission to deliver spa experiences that are
both unique and memorable, and very much beyond expectations.
The pyramid of six spheres used to identify Six Senses Spas, represents the
philosophy that is fundamental to the human experience whereby the
foundation spheres represent the three primary senses of sight, sound and
touch. The second level balances upon this foundation by satisfying the more
acute senses of taste and smell. The apex sphere symbolizes a sense of elation
discovered only by balancing the first five - the unique experience of all senses
elevated beyond expectations.
Six Senses has created a body temple
incorporating the principles of feng shui
using fire and water, which delights beyond
all expectations. The spa is open and
spacious in design, utilising the beautiful
outdoors for Asian style treatments and
indoor treatment rooms for specialised and
signature therapies. Couples treatment
rooms with sunken Jacuzzis are available for
mini day and day package getaways or a la
carte treatments.
All guests participate in a health assessment prior to the first treatment so that
needs are identified and maximised results are achieved. A great importance is
placed on the relaxation element of the spa experience and guests may stay in
Prices range from 2,000 to 10,000 Baht
20% discount for Shop WINDOW on Lifestyle readers
The Touch of Beauty
Pamper yourself with a touch of beauty, allowing you to indulge in the herbal
recipes specifically designed for beauty and vitality. Therapies include body
treatments, facial treatments, bath rituals, and hand and foot care.
The Touch of Well-Being
An integration of body and mind to promote good health and well-being,
allowing your to reach a deeper state of relaxation and connect with your own
inner-self.
Villas Aelita Phuket
A C C E N T UAT I N G T H E E S S E N C E O F A T R O P I C A L U T O P I A
Six Senses Purification Program
This programme caters to the needs of today’s educated wellness seeker
looking for cleansing toxins and purifying their mind, body and soul to optimize Where could be more convenient than adjacent to the world famous The spacious guest bedroom features a
their daily enjoyment of life Laguna Resorts. This is a 5-star location with neighbours the Banyan Tree, the private deck area with a lush tropical garden,
Sheraton and its golf courses. It is just 5 minutes to the tranquil white sandy a substantial walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite
beaches of Layan and Bangtao and with easy access to Phuket International bathroom with a vanity sink and toilet. An
Airport, 15 minutes to the north. A wide range of international shopping, indoor shower and an outdoor waterfall shower
international hospitals and the British International School are also only harmonise with lush tropical landscaped
about 15 minutes away. surroundings.
In terms of lifestyle, residents at Villas Aelita will be spoiled for choice, with A covered car port, laundry room, utilities room and storage spaces, will ensure
many local restaurants and pubs, plus golf and many other activities close by. your maximum comfort and will complete this exceptional tropical villa.
An exclusive estate of just seven high quality 2, 3 and 4 bedroom Balinese style All villas are air-conditioned and fitted with wardrobes and Western-style
pool villas. Each individual villa is being specifically designed and constructed kitchen and appliances. Exceptional quality throughout each villa gives that
to create the contemporary fusion of western technology with Asian styling. 5-star residence.
The stylish and contemporary floor plan for each villa features a Balinese For your convenience and safety, gated access with 24-hour on-site security,
entrance with stepping stones leading over a lotus pond that provides an garbage removal and pest control, gardening and irrigation and street and
appealing access to the formal entrance. Once in the living/dining room, one garden lighting are included in all common areas.
is immediately struck by the expansive view over the pool, the waterfall and All villas are designed to capture natural light and panoramic mountain views,
the lush tropical garden. Not only is the view aesthetically pleasing, it allows accentuating the essence of a tropical utopia.
the villa owner to see instantly what is happening around the villa.
A rental management programme yeilding a return of 8% per annum is
The living room links to the master bedroom via a glass walkway that has a available for buyers.
delightful view over the pool. The spacious master bedroom has a substantial
walk-in wardrobe, a private deck at pool level with stepping stones over the
deluxe pool to a sala surrounded by water − truly a liaison of luxury to relax
with nature.
The en-suite bathroom features 'his and hers' vanity sinks, a toilet and an
inside waterfall shower. The bathroom floor steps down into the lush tropical
garden with a romantic outside shower and bathtub, offering a cozy area
with champagne and candles to romantically complete a perfect day in For further information contact:
tropical Phuket. John Antony Group Co., Ltd
101/6 Moo3, Thepkrasattri, Thalang, Phuket, 83110 Thailand
Location Tel/Fax: +66 (0)76 512717 Mobile: +66 (0)84 731 1036, +66 (0)85 227 5608
To Promthep Email: sales@villas-aelita-phuket.com Website: www.villas-aelita-phuket.com
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Superior Sea View Home 11.5m THB
KATA HILL TOP : Brand new home fully
furnished 2 bedrooms, 2 storeys, 2 balconies,
350 sqm land and space for pool but will have
communal pool plus garden, 130 sqm living
space. You buy direct from the builder.
900 Sqm Beach Front Land 6.5m THB
RAWAI : Superior offer: only 50 metres from Rawai
Beach, superior beach and sea view from 2 metres
high (picture), Chanote title, ready to be build on,
easy access, water and electricity in place, perfect
location near pier. For sale at bottom price.

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Super Bargain Property 12m THB
NAI YANG : Fully furnished, 4 bedrooms, 296
sqm living area, pool villa + self contained guest
house on 1.5 Rai of road front land + Villa Project
ready to start building on 1 Rai of sea view land.
Fast sale agreed according to divorce documents.
100 Million Thai Baht Commission
IF YOU FIND THE BUYER FOR THIS HOTEL : High
end 170 room boutique beach front resort hotel,
14 Rai of land, shopping plaza on tropical beach.
Successful running business. Sale for private family
reasons. selling price 1.6 billion Thai Baht.
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Golf Course View Pool Villa 10m THB
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class golf estate. Bargain price, unfurnished, on
the Loch Palm Golf Course. A unique property!!
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GE Simon 3 Security system has been developed to bring
together Intruder, Fire and Panic alarms into one easy to
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zero false alarms and superb reliability and conforms to
Security Industry Authority standards.
With six user entry passwords, the Simon 3 system can
help you to ensure the safety of your family as the system
can be programmed to call you if one of your children or
an elderly family member has not arrived back home at
a predetermined time. This is a great facility for the busy
working family and only found in high level security
systems.
GE Simon 3 Intruder or fire or panic alarms will send
phone messages giving details of what and where the
alert originated from, allowing a much more intelligent
response to the alarm.
GE Simon 3 is both attractive in design and easy to
install by our qualified and professional engineers. Being
wireless, there are no ugly wires and units can be fitted
in the most effective locations making for efficient
operation.
Central Monitoring is available as an option to ensure
that your property is watched and cared for if you are
away traveling.
For more information contact:
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Patong, Phuket 6.2m THB Paklok, Phuket 3.5m THB/Rai Chalong,Phuket From5.6mTHB/rai
SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW FLAT LAND SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
87 sq.wah (348 sqm) 6-0-13.3 Rai Subdivided from 1 rai
(Nor Sor 3 Gor) (Chanote title) (Chanote title)

Simply all you need for essentially stylish island living

Oxygen is essential to life, just as location is essential to good living.

Situated in Bangtao, on the west coast of Phuket. Oxygen home owners can
enjoy the convenience of living in a tranquil area just walking distance to the Mai Khao, Phuket 7m THB/Rai Kata, Phuket 44m THB East Coast, Phuket 75m THB/Rai
beach, maintaining an island-community feel, yet with shops, restaurants and BEACH FRONT SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
entertainment for the adventurous never far away. 300 Rai 4-0-10 Rai 7-0-57.2 Rai
Phase 1 of Oxygen Condominium Bangtao is now complete. The unique duplex (Chanote title) (Nor Sor 3 Gor) (Chanote title)
condominium concept is a suitably stylish addition to the chic Bangtao Beach
area, offering a special tropical living experience in a secure and secluded
resort-like residence. Perfect as a first or second home for couples and small There has been an overwhelmingly positive response since the rental
families, each of the complete two-storey homes comes fully furnished with program began last October, spurning a vibrant resort-like atmosphere at the
tasteful décor and is fully equipped with every necessary appliance. These condominium, which has also given rental program participants substantial
homes are designed to be spacious and practical to make the most of living returns on their investments.
in the tropics with the living area and master bedroom opening out onto a Oxygen condominium Bangtao consisted of 26 units, 15 units in phase 1 and
wooden sun deck, swimming pool and garden. 11 units in phase 2. These 3 – 4 Bedrooms condominium-style units have been
Oxygen Condominiums are designed with simple yet stylish comfort and meticulously designed with contemporary couples and families in mind. Each
convenience in mind, giving you the freedom to live the way you feel most duplex has and 8 to 15 meter private pool in a secluded garden with sundecks
at ease. surround by a high wall on a 300 Sqm. Plot.
The homes are nestled in a beautifully landscaped secure compound with a The rental program is professionally-run by The Two Villas Holiday management
car park and has a lively central common area, which includes a gym. Each team, ensuring home owners and visitors consistently receive high standards Namkem, Phang Nga 3m THB/Rai Layan, Phuket 11.5m THB/Rai East Coast, Phuket 7m THB/Rai
homeowner can also choose to enjoy the seclusion of their own tropical of service.
BEACH FRONT SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
garden and private swimming pool. Covered walkways provide shade and Those who sign a booking contract before the end of January 2010 will receive 44-3-0 Rai 11-2-11 Rai 1-0-37.8 Rai
shelter from the rain when going out and residents’ security is assured with a special offer on limited units. (Chanote title) (Chanote title) (Chanote title)
guards on duty round-the-clock.
Living here is like spending every day at a beach-side resort. Residents have easy
access to the beach or can simply choose to relax at home in luxurious seclusion

Oxygen Condominium Co., Ltd.

by
Kho Lhoan 60m THB Baan Don, Phuket 8m THB Patong, Phuket 10m THB
Oxygen Sales Office
Tel : +66 (0)81 970 0742 BEACH FRONT FLAT LAND SLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW
Email : oxygen_bt@twovillas.com 14-3-84 Rai 3-0-8.3 Rai 1-3-13 Rai
Website : www.twovillas.com (Nor Sor 3) (Chanote title) (Nor Sor 3 Gor)

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Villa from 11.2m THB
MA NIK : Lively community of 19 beautiful
homes situated along the canal on a serene
landscape. The tropical modern villas are well
designed and blend nicely with the tropical
garden on a 216 to 754 sqm piece of land.
Villa 80m THB
SURIN : A luxurious Thai villa with stunning
sea views across Surin and Bangtao Bays. Each
of the 4 bedrooms has a sea view and en suite
bathrooms. Western kitchen, beautiful courtyard
gardens with infinity edge swimming pool.
Villa 21.5m THB
KOH KAEW : 5-bedroom family pool villa on
776 sqm of land plot and 513 sqm of usable
area. Close to the British Curriculum International
School, marinas. Just 20 mins from the airport and
10 mins from hospital and shopping.
Villa 11.5m THB
BOAT LAGOON : Three storey townhouse
consisting of 3 bedrooms/4 bathrooms. Western
kitchen with fully equipped, dining and living
area looking out to the water.
Villa 15,060,240 US Dollar
BANGTAO : This absolute oceanfront four
bedroom villa occupies a prime location on a west
coast headland and provides stunning views over
the ocean and across to the picturebook beauty
of Bangtao and Layan beaches .
Villa 89m THB
SURIN : A luxurious Thai style villa with
absolutely stunning sea views across Surin and
Bang Tao Bays, set on a hillside at Ayara Surin.
The villa features 4 bedrooms, all with sea view.

Villa 38 m THB
KHAO KHAD : A superb 4 bedroom family
residence in Cape Panwa. There is a 40 sq m
infinity swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and sala.
Only 70 metres from the beach and commanding
superb westerly views across Chalong Bay.
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Villa 34m THB
PATONG : Luxury 4-bedroom villa located on
a gentle hillside overlooking the Andaman Sea.
Four storey villa in a quiet area, modern style with
beautiful design and just 5 minutes from Patong
Beach.
Villa from 35 m THB
CHALONG : Luxury Villas Residence, tastefully
decorated, nestled on a hillside seventy metres
above sea level. Each villa provides a stunning
view of Chalong Bay and the yachts of serenity,
especially in the early morning.
Condominium from 14m THB
KAMALA : This new property is located hillside
with stunning ocean views. The beach is just
across the road. This complex offers resort style
facilities - large swimming pool, club house, and
spa. Great for exotic living!
Condominium from 7.6m THB
KATA : A superior condominium residence with
magnificent west-facing views overlooking Kata
Bay. The size of each apartment ranges from 105
to 170 sqm. Each master bedroom commands a
sea view.
Condominium from 3.4m THB
PATONG : Seven storey modern boutique
condominium located just 500 m from the beach.
Features studios and one to three bedroom
apartments at an affordable price. Facilities are
comprised of a swimming pool, fitness centre.

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BETWEEN RAWAI & NAIHARN : Absolute
beach front villa with a wonderful unique breath
taking panoramic sea view with 3 bedrooms.
Located between Rawai and Nai Harn not far
from Promthep viewpoint. Short & Long Term.
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3 Bedrooms from 30,000 THB
RAWAI : A modern 2-bed ground floor apartment
located only minutes from Rawai Beach.
The apartment is set in a private compound
with communal gardens and pool. The
apartment is fully furnished. Short & Long Term.
4 Bedrooms from 85,000 THB
KATHU : The attractive courtyard villas at Loch
Palm Golf Course, set across three separate
buildings, a garden and a private swimming
pool. Villa has 4 large bedrooms and is fully
furnished. Short & Long term.
Condominium 20m THB
KHAO KHAD : A spacious 3-bedroom beach
front condo located on a prime beach. The
unit has a very large terrace and full-length
sliding glass doors to take full advantage of the
stunning view.
Condominium from 6.6m THB Condominium from 32m THB
MAI KHAO : Luxury condominium apartments, KATA : Luxury condominium located on the
villas and town homes, which offer residents west coast, right on the oceanfront, facing
full resort facilities that will include Phuket's first stunning and uninterrupted sunset views of the
Water Park. Andaman Sea. The site is between Kata & Karon
Beach. Excellent holiday homes and villa rentals.

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CAPE PANWA : 3-4 bedroom villas in a beach
front location with unsurpassed ocean views.
Shared 18m pool and set in delightful tropical
gardens. Peaceful and convenient Cape Panwa
location. Short & Long term.
5 Bedrooms from 55,000 THB
CHALONG : An English style country house
is hidden peacefully in a quietly developed
area of Chalong by where Tesco Lotus Park.
Nice restaurants are just minutes drive away.
Short & Long Term.
4 Bedrooms from 65,000 THB
LAGUNA : A newly finished house near Laguna.
Just a few minutes drive from Laguna Phuket and
5 minutes from Bangtao Beach. A single storey
pool villa consisting of 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms
and swimming pool. Long term rental only.
Apartment 14.2m THB
KATA : 2-bedroom apartment designed in a
contemporary style with emphasis on comfort
and tranquility, only two minutes walk to white
sandy Kata Beach.
Apartment from 14.2m THB
KHAO KHAD : Dheva Buri offers 24 seaview
apartments. The project comprises six
magnificent 2 storey Thai-Lanna style buildings.
Each contains 4 spacious 2 or 3 bedroom
apartments and a private swimming pool.
Condominium 3.8m THB
KARON : Incorporates the best of Thai and Italian
design, creating a modern style that reflects the
best of the two cultures. The developer sets
rigorous standards to ensure the highest quality
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THAILAND’S AIRPORTS –
NOW FOR THE GOOD NEWS
Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be. Nevertheless, let’s take a short trip backwards in time and contrast
the standards of performance of Phuket International Airport and Suvanarbhumi Airport in Bangkok
as they operate today, compared to just a year ago. By any measure, the changes have been
remarkable and positive.
Both airports have had their share of criticism over the years; usually justified.
Suvarnarbhumi, in particular, seems sometimes to have gone out of its way,
to be inconvenient and uncomfortable. It’s easy to criticize of course, and
even when problems are identified it takes time, and above all money, to put
things right. The effort is still a work in progress, but at least it is progress. I
don’t know who is responsible for the all this but in fairness one would have
to say that the much-maligned Airports Authority of Thailand [AOT] can at
least step forward now, and take a small bow. Let’s run the rule over both
operations and see what’s changed.
When Suvarnabhumi first opened four years ago, it was a disaster. Basically,
it began operations when the infrastructure was unfinished and the systems
untested – a case of politicians not professionals, calling the shots.
The Arrivals hall was like one gigantic rugby scrum. Passengers, friends
meeting them, legitimate hotel and tour representatives all rubbed shoulders
energetically with a totally unregulated bunch of con artists and spivs. In spite
of costing a pretty penny, the baggage handling system just didn’t work. So
there you were – bags lost, pushed and shoved, baffled and bewildered and
getting ripped off by an unlicenced limo driver. Have a nice day!
The taxi rank signage was conspicuous by its total absence and the fast
transit rail link to town was [and still is, of course] a twinkle in the Minister
of Transport’s eye. There was even dark mutterings about subsidence on
runways and lots of unanswered calls from IATA.
In Departures, the seats were insufficient and indescribably uncomfortable.
Walkways were constricted by the intrusive fronts of retrofitted shops which
offered stuff you didn’t want, at prices you couldn’t afford. Direction signs
were often handwritten on cardboard, and the walk to the gate lasted longer
than some flights. A restorative beer cost a king’s ransom.
Overall, the experience was abysmal. OK, you can call this ‘teething problems’.
Remember when the new Hong Kong airport opened and the computers
crashed on day one? Heathrow, of course, has been an unmitigated disaster
for as long as records have been kept.
Now cut to Suvarnabhumi in 2010. Signage has been transformed – it’s
coherent, professional and even accurate. If you want the taxi rank you can
find it, and once there, the allocation and administration is orderly and user-
friendly. All taxis are registered and metered. There are still a few scams but
I’ve experienced worse in Charles de Gaulle; however, that’s another story!
The length of the walks to the gates obviously cannot be shortened, but
more thought has gone into the logistics of connecting flights, and transit
services are now of a good standard. The walk seems shorter if you’re sure
you’re going in the right direction. The security system has definitely changed
for the better
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Luxurious Pool Villa 24m THB Laguna Home 28.5m THB Luxury Thai Villa 79m THB
BANGTAO BEACH : 3 bedroom luxurious pool LAGUNA : 604 sqm, 4bedrooms/3bathrooms. LAGUNA : This villa features 6 bedrooms on a
villa. Private and only 250 metres to Bangtao Reduced Price from 33m THB. Pool, pavilion land plot of 2,000 sqm. Practical luxury designed,
Suvarnabhumi Airport Beach. Fully equipped, western kitchen, high and garden. Perfect for families and group of private, comfortable and secure. Fully equipped
celling and large swimming pool. friends. western kitchen, large living area and pool. Golf
view.
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EAST COAST : Luxury apartment with stunning KAMALA : This stunning ocean view apartment LAGUNA : Long term rental only, 1 year, at
Now let’s look at Suvarnabhumi’s smaller sibling, our very own Phuket Airport. views over Phang Nga Bay. Close to Ao Po Grand at The Plantation development in Kamala is 120,000 THB per month. This town home boasts
If you’re leaving, both the domestic and the international terminals now have Marina, Mission Hills and Blue Canyon Golf available for short term and long term rental. A a possible 5 bedrooms. Built on one of the largest
Club. place where the pace of life is soothing. A place land plots with twice the standard frontage onto
vastly improved eating and drinking facilities. The domestic terminal has had
where you can simply just be. the golf course affording a beautiful view.
a much needed makeover and has been re-designed to handle the ever-
increasing numbers. The only downside that’s immediately obvious, is that
if you’re booked with a low-cost carrier you’ve to walk to what is essentially
another terminal to check-in, and then back again to immigration. But, hey,
you’re doing things on the cheap. What do you expect?
Immigration control, long the subject of intense criticism, is also better, with
more booths both outbound and inbound, more officers on duty and a
computer system which is slightly less glacial, than of yore. Lines seem to be
shorter, and to move faster.
At the international terminal there’s now a decent range of shops and
restaurants. They still charge highway robbery prices, but is there any traveller
left on the planet, who doesn’t know that airports are not the place to do your
Christmas shopping? At least the coffee and ambiance are much improved.
And it’s all set to get better. The AOT has a 5 billion baht master plan to
upgrade Phuket Airport to maintain standards consistent with the increasing
number of passengers; almost four million in 2009. This is a remarkable
throughput for such a small airport.
It isn’t all perfect. The taxi touts are still active, but even they seem to have
been reined in a little. The parking fee went from 50 baht to 200 baht per day
overnight; but it seems to have worked, as getting a space when you arrive, is
easier. Poor people shouldn’t fly. More car parks are planned.
Airports are notoriously difficult and complex facilities to run, with huge
numbers of people with conflicting needs congregating in a confined space,
further constrained by security and safety considerations. The art of keeping
them occupied while waiting for their journeys revolves around variety and
service. We’re getting there.
While Phuket International Airport and Suvarnabhumi Airport still have
a way to go to match some other airports in the region and around the
world, it’s heartening to see positive progress on upgrading them both to
a standard that will make Thailand proud to welcome more than 13 million
visitors a year.
By Alastair Carthew, a Phuket based writer and communications advisor.
Tel: +66 (0)76 317929 Email: alastaircarthew@gmail.com
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The Hermitage
A perfect sanctuary
Reduced for Quick Sale! 12.4m THB
RANG HILL : Here's a bargain for you. A 3
bedroom, 4 bathroom Thai-Bali style pool villa of
above average build quality located in the most
convenient location on the island yet very quiet
and private. Owner is relocating.
SEAVIEW Beach Condo from 8.9m THB
SURIN BEACH : Boutique 5* Resort /
Condominium project in Prestigious Surin Beach.
Walk to Bangtao OR Surin Beach (400 meters).
Nearby are the Amanpuri Resort and Twin Palms.
Three Championship golf courses within 20 min.
Flawless, Exquisite! 2 bed 6.9m THB
CHERNG TALAY : Designed by women; need we
say more? The attention to detail is remarkable!
One of the most thoroughly studied layouts
available to date. This development has truly set
new standards on quality living.

“The Hermitage” - A perfect sanctuary hidden in lush tropical jungle, situated
a few minutes from one of Phuket's most sought-after locations – Kata
Beach. 12 boutique villas at The Hermitage are set over 9 rai or 14,400 sqm
and majestically designed with the advantages of an elevated hillside, offer
magnificent ocean views fast becoming rare on the island.
Our acclaimed architect team has embraced a contemporary Thai style design
for each villa with the utmost care and attention given to providing a natural
feel. Each of the custom built villas is built on handsome plot sizes ranging from
500 to 1,100 sqm with spacious living area of 600 to 800 sqm. and a price range
starting from 72 million baht. The project theme is environmentally friendly,
created to capture the benefits from the site’s lush greenery. The residence
will be surrounded by nature preserved at its most beautiful and original
condition. To give ultra luxurious feels and comfort, a private swimming pool,
spa area and grand terracing come with the villa as standard. Residents can
enjoy stunning sea view from every room in their own piece of paradise.
A highlighted feature, not found in any other project, is a natural landscaped
waterfall within the complex communal green area. The centerpiece of The
Hermitage is a magnificent 3 storey (800 sqm) clubhouse. A chauffeured golf
buggy transports you from the parking area at ground level to the villas at all
levels of the site.
Opulent architecture is the signature of the clubhouse with high beamed
columns and full glass windows maximizing the spectacular sea views. A wide
range of facilities are available including a glass elevator, a lobby lounge, a
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Found: Priceless Gem! Only 30m THB Cheap Investment from 3.9m THB Quality Investment 17.5m THB
EAST COAST : Lavishly high quality villa with NAITHON : Great investment opportunity to BANG TAO : If you are looking for a quality
awe-inspiring views at only 5 min to town! Best either live in or rent out. Only a few minutes development then you might consider this one.
of all, its value for money. This house would to Naithon Beach and the airport. Plot sizes Located in the sought after residential area in
spacious indoor/outdoor international restaurant, ‘sunset’ bar, a fully equipped command 3 times this price on the west coast. averages 800 sqm. Financing is available so Bang Tao, great holiday homes with great rental
fitness centre and a traditional Thai health spa set over two floors with Private beach access & mooring. A MUST SEE! expect this to sell quickly! possibilities as well!
sumptuous sea views. A separate outdoor spa sits adjacent to the clubhouse
in its own private waterfall garden to afford residents the ultimate luxury living
amid a serene and tranquil environment.
Only the finest quality local and imported materials are used in the construction
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Useful info
Phuket
Things to do
Phuket has plenty of choices when it comes to places to see and things to do. This month we’d like
to offer you a guide to some activities which will give you an insight into Phuket’s cultural side away
from the usual tourist attractions. We hope that this may enhance your holiday experience and
perhaps persuade you to return in the future.
Try Phuket Local food: They say, “We are what we eat,” and again, “Life is View Antique Buildings:
a journey.” Those unique, exotic dishes which you sample along the way, help A hundred years ago, Phuket City
to make the trip worthwhile. Here are a few local delicacies that you won’t had a prosperous economy based
usually find in your hotel restaurant. on tin mining, and even back then
was an international centre with
• Dim Sum. The Dim Sum is a steamed dumpling filled with a choice of
a large expatriate community
every imaginable variety of sweet or savoury filling; usually served with
of Chinese and Europeans. They
Chinese herb chicken soup and condiments. built beautiful homes in the style
called Sino-Portuguese – terraced
• Kanom Jin Phuket. This is a vermicelli-based dish served with a variety
of curry sauces. Often eaten as breakfast, it comes with a range of fresh townhouses with narrow frontages
and accommodations which stretch
vegetables, boiled eggs, and curried fish mousse (Hor Mok).
back from the road. The interiors
often include walled gardens
• Mee Hok Kian. This is made with large yellow noodles similar to
Japanese Soba. Mee Hok Kian can be served with pork-bone soup and fountains and are beautifully
and/or dried noodles. A delightful variety known as Mee Hok Kian Pak furnished with antiques and Chinese
includes fried noodles, soup, egg, fried onions, pork crackling and a inspired decorations. Rommanee
choice of pork, fish or squid. Recommended Mee Hok Kian restaurants Road is a fine example which has
been fully restored. Visit Talang
are Mee Ao Gay, located on Poonpol Road, and Mee Sapam at Sapam
Road, Yaowarat Road and Dibuk
Village, Thepkasattri Road. Road. Nowadays, these streets in the
• Oh Tao. Also known as Hoi Tod Chinese quarter have transformed
Hokgian, this is a fried oyster themselves into busy thoroughfares
dish prepared with eggs, flour, featuring antique shops, specialty
restaurants and more.
bean sprouts and taro root – a
favourite Phuket snack. Look The Provincial Hall, the Phuket Courthouse
se and the
for it at the Oh Tao Wongwian town branch of the Siam City Bank are further
rther
Restaurant, located near the examples of architecture from the past. All are well
Clock Tower Circle, Phuket Road worth a visit.
or at the Oh Tao Restaurant
next to Bang Neaw Municipality
School, Phuket Road.
Oh Tao Join the Chinese New Year
Celebrations in Phuket: Phuket has a
• Oh Aew. An unbeatable Phuket dessert which is made from jellied big Chinese community, so Chinese New Year
banana-flour mixed with boiled red beans, ice, and sweet red syrup. celebrations are a major event on the island’s
Available everywhere. calendar. The festival traditionally begins on
the first day of the first lunar month, which this
year falls on 14 February 2010. The festival is
celebrated with great pomp and enlivened
with cultural and historical displays.
Enjoy the public parade which includes
colourful dragon and lion floats, fireworks,
crackers and traditional music and dance.
At the same time, you can sample a wide range of
Chinese cuisine. It’s all part of the festivities.
During this time Chinese houses will be
festooned with red banners and decorations to
promote luck and happiness during the coming
Mee Hok Kian Kanom Jin Phuket Oh Aew year. Don't forget your camera.
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Massage

small massage places giving traditional Thai massage, your therapist

Massage may be uncomfortable if you interrupt her routine.

You could be dreaming of a tropical oasis, under
the palm trees, listening to the waves lap onto
the beach whilst having a gentle and soothing
massage. Take you pick, it could be a foot massage,
a body scrub or even a full course aromatherapy
course lasting 3 hours or more. This is heaven.
The best part of it all is that getting a good massage in Phuket is easy.
Either ask a Thai female friend who was trained by her mother and for
years gave dad a massage in the evenings, or go to one of the many
establishments around the island offering massage services. Massage
is very popular on Phuket as more and more spa and massage centers
open, some of which look more like 5 star hotels and others which,
whilst cheaper, offer more than massage services. Be aware that prices,
and standards of service, vary widely. You
could pay as little as 150 baht for an hour
of massage or indulge in a comprehensive
massage-beauty treatment-body scrub
package costing 8,000 baht or more. You
could also get more than you bargained
for, depending on your choice of
establishment.
For the majority of people, a massage
session will be enjoyable and beneficial.
There are however, some serious health troubles that could result
from improper treatments or poor hygiene. To avoid such dangers, be
choosy in selecting the establishment, and if you do it cheap, follow
the advice below.
Most of the better massage outlets are designed in soothing, natural
tones and textures and a fragrant smell of incense or burning oil
usually emanates the rooms. There’s generally an unhurried pace, and
you’ll be given plenty of time to shower, settle in and make yourself
comfortable before your session begins.
Ideally, your therapist will discuss the treatment with you before it
begins but this is not always done, especially at smaller, less expensive
places where staff may have had minimal training and cannot
communicate with you, unless you are fluent in Thai. If you have a
health problem, such as a bad back, arthritis or a skin condition, let
your therapist know, and be strict about not aggravating it.
If you’re having a Thai massage, your therapist will normally follow a
set routine and will not deviate from this routine unless you demand
it. It’s traditional, and the routine is handed down from generation to
generation, and at each teaching school from teacher to student. In
If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, ensure you do not
overdo the stretching and exercising and if chest pain presents, cease
the treatment immediately. If you have sensitive skin or allergies,
ensure that the herbs and massage oils will not cause a reaction. You
can always test them first, by adding a test to your inner forearm and
leave it on for 20-30 minutes. If the site becomes red, inflamed or
irritated, cease using it. In less reputable establishments, do not believe
what is listed on the bottle or container is actually in the container.
Cheap substitutes are often used as well as being watered down or
have had other additives added.
Bone cracking in the neck, back, fingers and other areas is also
common in many massages, particularly Thai massage. I, and many
orthopedic surgeons, would recommend against the therapeutic value
of this bone cracking as serious injury can and frequently does occur.
This also applies to the practice of walking on people’s backs. Applying
continued pressure over the femoral arteries in the groin area to stop
the blood flow to the legs, whilst eliciting a pleasant sensation once
the blood flow is restored to the legs is dangerous. It has and can cause
blood clots and serious health complications. Blood will coagulate and
clot if it is stopped. Your therapist should never massage the front of
your neck, near the carotid arteries or voice box. Massaging this area
can cause your heart rate to drop to dangerous levels.

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