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ISSUE 68 # APRIL 2013

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Regulars Phuket Island map What's on: on & off Phuket (including the movies) Word of mouth People profile: Bill Barnett Social Phuket Hot Spot: Surin Business Profile: Tachapon Tephabutr Songkran Festival Property matters: Brand new love affair for property Legal matters: Trust Accounts, Deposits, Reservations, Purchase Monies and Sales Proceeds (Part 1) Things to do in Phuket Useful telephone numbers

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Cars, Yachts & Yachting Car sales: Sure Motors Cholamark Boat DaVinci Yacht Charters Andaman Boat Sales & Service Sunsail: Yacht charters & sales Phuket tide tables: April – May 2013 Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek: Continues to raise the bar

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Cover photos: Left: Two Chef’s Restaurant Right: Oasis Spa

Shopping, Dining & Leisure Helicam: A chic new look for The Surin Phuket Recipe: Grilled Tiger Prawns Dining around Phuket

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Spas, Health & Beauty Hair Studio 9 Lemongrass House The Royal Spa Oasis Spa Sukko Spa Atmanjai Wellness Spa

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Land & Property (Sales / Rentals) Plunge Tropic Villas BMP: Custom designed furniture Coco Kamala Evatown Resort Eva Beach by Eva Group Kata Rocks Anchan Villas 88 Land & Houses Phuket Karon Butterfly Resort The Aspasia Phuket The Accenta Phuket Vista del Mar Phuket The Charm Residences Myphuketproperties St. James Properties The View Tile-It: Phuket's quality tile boutique HÄFELE: Kitchen equipment ISS Facility Services: Pest control and landscaping

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WHAT'S ON

in Phuket Phuket Oilfield Classic Charity Golf 2013 • 4-7 April @ Novotel Phuket Vintage Park Resort, Loch Palm & Red Mountain Golf Courses The 5th Annual Phuket Oilfield Classic Charity Golf Tournament supports The Good Shepherd Foundation building a Learning Centre to teach Burmese, Thai and English Education to the migrant children living in Phuket. Programme includes cocktail reception, Texas Scramble, 18-hole shotgun, Stableford Competition, gala dinner and prize giving. +66 76 316840. www.asiangolfevents.com.

Archery Open 2013 • 6 April @ Blue Elephant Shooting in the elegance of the Phuket Heritage. The 3rd Phuket Archery Open 2013 at Blue Elephant on Saturday 6th April. Many categories. Fees from (under12) 300 baht to 500 baht include lunch & dinner for archers. Non-archers can join for dinner @ 250 baht.

Contact: Santi, +66 81 979 5680.

Soccer 7s • 13-15 April @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC) The 2nd Phuket Songkran International Soccer 7s. Thailand Soccer 7s Tournaments are held mostly in Phuket, but also in Bangkok and Pattaya. First held 10 years ago, the tournament is now on the calendar of teams from all over the world: Australia, England, Africa, France. If you love football and haven’t participated in one of these Thailand Soccer 7s tournaments, bring your team along in 2013! +66 2 990 6881. www.thai7s.com.

Songkran Festival • 10-15 April @ Phuket Songkran is is the traditional start of the Buddhist New Year as well as the end of the dry season. A national holiday, the festival sees a ritual washing of Buddha images and bathing. It has evolved into a loud, boisterous and fun festival that features water throwing in the streets. Activities occur at the Saphan Hin Park in Phuket Town and at

major centres such as Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai and Phuket Town − with Patong the undisputed centre of revelry, with a procession of Phra Phutta Sihing around Patong Beach, a floral parade, cultural performances and a Songkran beauty contest.

Tourism Authority of Thailand Phuket office. Contact Centre: 1672. www.tourismthailand.org / www.songkran.net.

Bike Week • 14-21 April @ Patong Phuket Phuket Bike Week 2013. It's a party that never gets old! This is a real "hard core" Biker Rally not to be missed! The tour takes you from Singapore to Phuket through the roads of Malaysia and Southern Thailand. It's a long ride but there's no hurry and the atmosphere that greets bikers in Phuket on arrival is worth it! The first four days are spent exploring the great roads and sceneries of Malaysia. Arrival to Phuket is planned for Thursday, just on time for the Bike Week party highlights. +66 76 352069. www.phuketbikeweek.com.

Pride Festival • 22-28 April @ Patong Beach, Phuket Phuket Gay Pride Festival 2013. The event is supported by local gayowned businesses as well as the gay communities in Bangkok and Pattaya. This year there will be a parade through the streets of Patong on the 27th of April as well as other activities such as street parties in Paradise Complex, bowling and volleyball competitions, fund raising and a charity auction. There will also be a 'Mr. Gay Phuket' competition and Beach Party at Iaguna beach by the Boat Bar. The week will be fun and filled with activities. www.gaypatong.com.

Conference & Exhibition • 22-25 April @ Hilton Arcadia, Phuket ACI Asia-Pacific Regional Assembly Conference & Exhibition. Major regional aviation event providing good networking opportunities for key players in the aviation industry. www.airportthai.co.th.

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in Phuket IBAP The International Business Association of Phuket Regular Meeting on 2nd Friday each month. +66 81 412 5652. www.ibap-phuket.net.

BBAP British Business Association – Phuket BBA-P monthly dinner meetings on the 1st Wednesday each month at 7pm. Monthly Pub & Networking Nights on 3rd Friday at 7pm. socialsec@bbap.org. www.bbap.org.

Computer Clinic Phuket Afternoon Computer Clinic Join ‘For Dummies’ author Woody Leonhard at his weekly Computer Clinic, Every Wednesday of every month.

Woody@KhunWoody.com. www.khunwoody.com.

PIWC Phuket International Women's Club Club Committee Meeting - 1st Thursday of each month. Meet & Greet (casual coffee morning) - 2nd Thursday. Monthly Luncheon (restaurants around Phuket) - 3rd Thursday. Coffee Morning (at a member's house) - 4th Thursday.

Contact: Carole Dux on +66 76 316711. info@phuketiwc.com. www.phuketiwc.com.

Lions Club Lions Club of Patong Beach Monthly membership meeting and fellowship dinner on the 2nd Tuesday each month.

Contact: Jehanbaz (Jum) Ali Khan, +66 81 374 2088. info@lions-club-patong.org. www.lions-club-patong.org.

GOMS Grumpy Old Men's Society A grumpy but happy group of local gentleman gathers every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at Chalong Pier Beer Garden for a few beers, to share information and raise money for charity. Drinks start at 6pm and meetings at 6:45pm.

Contact: Valentine Guytonbeck, vguytonbeck@gmail.com.

Cricket / Rugby The Outrigger Hotels /Twenty Cricket League at the ACG Cricket Ground Matches are played every Sunday from 9am.

There's touch rugby Wednesday evenings. www.phuketcricketgroup.com / www.acgphuket.com.

ACYC Ao Chalong Yacht Club 2013 ACYC Keel Boat and Multihull Club Championship Race 4 is on the 14th April, and Race 5 is on the 28th April. All are welcome to sail. Contact Scott, +66 81 985 6879. sduncanson@quantumsails.com. www.acyc-phuket.com.

WHAT'S ON

Regular Events

Entertainment April Choices Filipino band @ Two Chefs Bar & Grill Popular Filipino house band on stage from around 8pm, every night at Two Chefs Bar & Grill, Karon.

Live Music @ Tai Pan Live Music every night with international singers. Classic Rock through to the latest dance hits. The show is on every night through to 11.45pm.

DJs @ Wine Connection Kata – Bar & Grill Every Fri & Sat two difference ambiences. Casual dining atmosphere on cosy terrace and fun with bar zone at night with high tables and second floor DJ booth.

International DJs playing @ Seduction Often has well known international DJs playing and two floors of quality thumping sound systems pumping out hip-hop and house.

DJs & live music @ Banana Bar & Disco Patong dancing clubs with a mix of Thais and visitors in regular attendance. Relax at the bar on the ground floor and enjoy live music at night. The upstairs disco is the place to check the dancing scene and songs played by DJs. Solo singer/guitarist @ Ao Chalong Yacht Club Every Sunday, diners at the now-famous ACYC Roast Sunday Lunch enjoy live music with their feast − until 4pm.

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Central Festival Phuket, +66 76 209000 Jungceylon Shopping Destination Patong, +66 76 600555

WHAT'S ON

movies

THE HOST

THE EVIL DEAD

TRANCE

Genre: Science Fiction & Thriller Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, William Hurt

Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Horror Starring: Jessica Lucas, Elizabeth Blackmore, Jane Levy, Shiloh Fernandez, Lou Taylor Pucci

Genre: Crime, Thriller, Heist Starring: James McAvoy, Rosario Dawson, Vincent Cassel

A parasitic alien soul is injected into the body of Melanie Stryder. Instead of carrying out her race's mission of taking over the Earth, "Wanda" (as she comes to be called) forms a bond with her host and sets out to aid other free humans.

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In the much anticipated remake of the 1981 cult-hit horror film, five 20-something friends become holed up in a remote cabin.

When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival.

A fine art auctioneer mixed up with a gang joins forces with a hypnotherapist to recover a lost painting. As boundaries between desire, reality and hypnotic suggestion begin to blur, the stakes rise faster than anyone could have anticipated.

19-21 April @ Samut Prakan Songkran Phra Padeang is known as “Raman New Year Day”. There's a procession of the Hongsa and Takhap Flag, Nong Songkran and floral parade, which is the highlight of for this event. Other activities include demonstrations of ethnic Mon art and culture, playing “Saba” and demonstration of Kalamae cooking.

Contact: +66 2 250 5500 ext 3485-9. www.songkran.net.

Songkran Festival 2013 13-15 April @ Thailand Songkran, Thailand's longest public holiday, is the traditional start of the Buddhist New Year as well as the end of the dry season. The festival sees a ritual washing of Buddha images and bathing but has evolved into a loud, boisterous and fun festival that features water throwing in the streets. Activities occur throughout Thailand, with Chiang Mai renowned for celebrating the whole week. www.tourismthailand.org.

Bangkok Int’l Gift Fair and Bangkok Int’l Houseware Fair 2013 19-23 April @ BITEC, Bangkok Gifts, decorative items, home textiles, stationery, toys and games, artificial flowers and plants, handicrafts, household products and small electrical appliance.

Contact: +66 2 507 8361-4. www.bigandbih.com.

ANZAC Day 25 April @ Kanchanaburi Each year on 25 April, ANZAC Day in Thailand is commemorated by conducting a Dawn Service and Gunfire Breakfast at Hellfire Pass and a Memorial Service and Wreath Laying Ceremony at Kanchanaburi Allied War Cemetery. Venue: Konyu Cutting, below the Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum, Kanchanaburi Province. hellfirepassoawg@gmail.com.

4 - 7 April Phuket Oilfield Classic 2013 @ Loch Palm & Red Mountain Golf Courses, Phuket 2 - 5 May International Innovative Craft Fair 2013 (IICF 2013) @ BITEC Exhibition & Convention Center, Bangkok 3 - 7 May Top of the Gulf International Regatta 2013 @ Jomtien Beach, Chonburi

WHAT'S ON

Phra Padaeng Songkran Festival

UPCOMING EVENTS

off Phuket

5 May Preserve Hun Hin Run 2013 @ Hun Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 9 June Run & Walk Paradise Laguna Phuket International Marathon @ Laguna, Phuket 21 - 30 June MIT 2013 : Made in Thailand 2013 @ IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, Nonthaburi 22 - 24 June Phuket Baba Wedding @ Thalang Rd, Phuket 10 - 12 July Bun Luang and Phi Ta Khon Festival @ Loei 17 - 21 July Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek 2013 @ Cape Panwa Hotel, Phuket 21 July Pattaya Marathon @ Pattaya, Chon Buri Times & dates of events are subject to change. Please contact the organiser for up-to-date information.

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We all know one of those places… they never advertise but they’re busy. Why? ‘Word of mouth’. People tell their friends, “You must try..” and the word spreads. In this monthly column, we spread the word further about the great-value nooks and crannies that we know about on Phuket.

Anna's Phuket

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11am-3pm, 6-10pm. Closed Sun. Near the circle and fresh market in Phuket City.

A charming dining venue situated in Phuket Old Town . A stylish and elegant place in which to enjoy and savour both Int'l and Thai food .

Their recommended dishes include green curry with roti and massaman curry. And their banana banoffee or banana flambé are terrific!

Kaffee

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10am-8pm. Closed d Mon At the corner of Standard Chartered Bank junction Perfect for those looking for tranquility with a trendy and modern décor. Sip coffee and relax to Brazilian jazz playing in the background . Bakery items recommended include home-made egg tarts. Kaffé’s unique drink is Hot Caramel Macchiato, which is made with layers of fresh milk and syrup. Free WiFi and a little art gallery in the middle of the shop complete the picture .

N.C. Restaurant

7am-5pm. Opposite Royal Phuket City on Phang Nga Rd. A one-stop shop for many cheap eats, including Hokkien noodles, haw mok , kanom jeen any kind of rice dish , baked goods and sweets and excellent massaman curry. Deep fried crab meat balls served with plum dipping sauce are recommended . Their food is displayed in the counter so all you need to do is point at what you want. Opens in the morning and gets busy at lunch time .

Tunk-ka Café

Khun Jeed Yod Pak

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9am-8.30pm. Closed Wed. On Phang

11.30am-10.30pm. Top of Rang hill, Khosimbee Road, Phuket City At the top of Rang Hill in Phuket Town . The panoramic view from the terrace is magnificent. Along with the setting, they serve great local Thai dishes. Steamed fish in lemon juice and chilies is recommended . Tunk-ka Café iced coffee is also named 'one of a kind' that should not ot be b missed .

Nga Road diagonally opposite the Bangkok Bank.

Phuket's best place to try radna yod pak . Simple shop-house .

The rad-na dish with pork or seafood (Rad-na is a Thai Style wide rice noodle dish with meat and vegetables in a gravy sauce) Satay also availabe . Priced from 30-55 baht, depending on your choices of topping.

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PHUKET-BASED C9 HOTELWORKS

Bill Barnett Property columnist and founder and Managing Director of C9 Hotelworks reveals how one book inspired a life-changing trip to Asia, where he’s lived for nearly three decades.

How long have you been in Phuket? I’ve lived in Phuket for 10 years and have been in Asia for 28 years.

Tell us about your background and how you came to live in Asia. I grew up in the suburbs of Los Angeles. In my early 20s I was in the music business, working as a tour manager and also at Capitol Records in the PR department as a messenger. I started writing record reviews. It was my passion.

Later, I was living in Hawaii and read a book called 'Lost in the Sepik River' about Michael Rockefeller, an American who went missing in Papua New Guinea. It was one of those Jerry Maguire moments of clarity and I became possessed with thoughts of moving there.

I was hired by a guy who ran white-water rafting and jungle trekking tours and exported native art from the highlands of New Guinea.

From there, I showed up in the Philippines when Marcos was in the middle of People’s Power. I was the first American hotel manager to work in Vietnam after the war, in the early 1990s during the US embargo. There was no banking system, there were no credit cards allowed, and our phones were tapped. I was in Saigon then went to Hue. Probably one of the best jobs I’ve ever had, it was fabulous.

I worked for a hotel chain out of Hong Kong, a company called Century Hotels; I was their point man for any new market they entered. They sent me to any place in Asia they wanted to set up.

I was in Hong Kong almost nine years, in and out.

After briefly working in Singapore, I was recruited to work as Deputy Managing Director at Laguna Phuket in 2002. It was a big complex,

I had a lot of scope, and we kind of fell into doing the property thing. We started selling houses and the boom started. We went from 20 million to a billion baht in real estate in a year.

Tell us more about your business. After working with Laguna, I started my own business, C9. Our profile over time has evolved.

Early on it was more asset management and development consultancy. Now it’s shifted to more market research and feasibility work. We do a lot of work offshore, mainly in Asia: Bali, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, Singapore. We’re working on a handful of significant mixed-use hotel and residential projects in Thailand. It’s a small operation with three analysts, a PA and myself.

On your own blog, The Phuket Insider, and in the media, you sometimes write the not-so-sunny sides of Phuket, such as problems with infrastructure. Do you ever get any flack for it?

From time to time, yes, but you have to do it balanced. You don’t have to do a rant but you need to draw attention to the issues.

We’re not brokers, but independent consultants. I’ll tell the client if a project’s not going to work. You’ve got to show the good and the bad. It’s good to pitch, but it’s good to be real too.

What do you see as Phuket’s challenges as a tourist and investment destination? Phuket’s challenges are not unique.

Every Asian resort destination, Pattaya and Bali included, are becoming urban centres: it’s not about the beach any more.

There’s population pressure, mass tourism issues. Another danger is the mindset of numbers-driven growth; when it flattens there’s potential for it to turn ugly.

What are the most positive developments you’re seeing in Phuket now? It’s the spirit of the entrepreneurs who are coming in. There are a lot of people doing impressive things here, like Klaus Hebben who built Thanyapura with its organic farm, school and a whole facility that attracts sports people to Phuket. He’s certainly raised the bar here. Right now we’re seeing some major investors coming back to Phuket.

Whereabouts do you live in Phuket? I live in Laguna Village because it’s near the office. I can’t imagine commuting. At one time I lived in Kathu and realised I was spending more time with my car than with my family. It’s all about location.

Do you own a house or do you rent? What influenced your choice? I own our house – I put my money where my mouth is.

I promote Phuket property so I’m going to buy Phuket property.

This is the fourth house I’ve bought here.

What do you think the future holds for you? You have to keep evolving, keep changing, re-evaluate what you’re doing. You can’t be stagnant. When business slowed down in Thailand in 2008 we had to go and remake ourselves overseas. Having an international business based in Phuket is a blessing and also a curse: you have a great lifestyle but you also have to present yourself. People see you as some guy on an island and think ‘Where’s Phuket?’ Credibility is important and that’s a challenge. You have to stay on top of things and present a global view − and that takes work.

For Further information about Phuket-based C9 Hotelworks www.c9hotelworks.com

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CAR FOR SALE

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

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport THB 999,000

Toyota Fortuner (V)

PRE-OWNED: White, 2012, 2.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 43,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver Bronze, 2007, 3.0, Auto, 4W, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 112,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Super Platinum, Blue, 2010, 3.0 Auto 2 WD, Mag Wheels, Electric Wing Mirrors, ABS, Airbag, CD, 50,xxx KM.

Toyota Prius

Honda Civic (EL)

Honda New CRV

THB 1,070,000

THB 920,000

THB 785,000

Isuzu Mu 7

THB 950,000

THB 870,000

PRE-OWNED: TRD Sportivo, White, 2011, 1.8 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 28,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Sillver Bronze, 2011, 2.0 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Navigator, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 15,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver Bronze, 2008, 2.0 Auto, 4WD, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 93,xxx KM.

Toyota New Altis (G)

Honda New City (V)

Toyota Vigo (E)

THB 658,000

THB 575,000

THB 478,000

PRE-OWNED: Silver, 2010, 1.6 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Leather Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 95,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver Bronze, 2010, 1.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirror, Mag Wheels, ABS, CD+MP3, 15,xxx KM.

PRE-OWNED: Silver Bronze, 2007, 2.5 Manual, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Power Steering, Standard Seats, CD, 85,xxx KM.

Honda New City (SV)

Mazda 2 (5 Doors)

Toyota New Vios (E)

THB 555,000

PRE-OWNED: Silver Bronze, 2010, 1.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Standard Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 58,xxx KM.

THB 598,000

PRE-OWNED: Blue, 2011, 1.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Mag Wheels, Navigator, Standard Seats, ABS, Airbag, CD, 27,xxx KM.

THB 480,000

PRE-OWNED: Blue, 2008, 1.5 Auto, Electric Wing Mirrors, Leather Seats, ABS, CD + MP3, 85,xxx KM.

Only the best cars - only the best service.

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

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Mae Luan Rd.

PHUKET TOWN

Thung Ka Rd.

Thepkasattree Rd.

Patipat Rd.

To Central

Yaowarat Rd.

Merlin Hotel

Satree Phuket School Damrong Rd.

Srisoonthorn Sub District Administrative Organisation To Airport

To Phuket City

Thepkasattree Rd.

Baan Lipon School n Soi Baa

Kluay

Baan Pon Hua Harn Rd.

To Wachira Hospital

BaanbonCherngtalay Rd.

To Kao Rang

(Advertorial)

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

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

Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. is the local dealer for Williams Performance Tenders, a service station for Avon Inflatables Limited and DSB of Germany.

• We offer a wide range of inflatable boats made from Neoprene/Hypalon.

• In addition to our Cholamark models we also offer Williams and Highfield tenders.

• Professional repairs of all Neoprene and Hypalon Dinghies, re-tubing and general inflatable dinghy overhauls.

• Stock in our showrooms includes RIB's and soft floor dinghies.

• We manufacture dinghy covers, sun shades, cushions with closed cell foam and supply and use anti skid mats.

• We are also licensed to repack liferafts. A pick up and delivery service can be arranged.

• Parts for dinghies - repair sets, air pumps, paddles, oars and dinghy wheels • Rental of dinghies.

• Outboard engines, life rafts, self inflating life jackets, hand flares, parachute te flares.

• Stainless steel work (316), Argon Welding and perfect polishing.

Cholamark is open in Chalong from 08:30-17:30, Monday-Saturday.

Our office and shop is located opposite Soi Sukee on Chaofa Road, Chalong and so very close to Chalong Bay.

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

To Kata & Karon

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Cholamark Boat Co., Ltd. Airport To Rawai

School

To Phuket City

Post Office CHALONG CIRCLE To Chalong Pier

CHALONG BAY

Boat ramp

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

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

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

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

DaVinci Yacht Charters prides itself not only on the quality and cleanliness of our fleet but on the attentiveness and service quality of our staff. We are a fully TAT (Tourism Authority of Thailand) licensed organization with all of the correct yacht charter insurances in place.

Security is our top priority at all times and our fleet is fully equipped to international standards with all the necessary safety equipment from life jackets to life rafts.

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

racing in one of the local regattas DaVinci can be chartered for a day trip, overnight cruise or a weeks racing. Enjoy a silent sail around the hidden islands you wouldn't normally see.

Our 52ft Sunseeker “DaVinci S50” is also named after our iconic Italian restaurant in the South of Phuket Island. This is a sleek hi-powered motor yacht can take up to 12 passengers comfortably for a day trip or sleep up to six people for overnight stays. This magnificent vessel is equipped with three cabins, two doubles and a twin with two bunk beds. DaVinci S50 is equipped with a fully functioning galley with an air conditioned dining area which can seat up to eight people.

The dining room is also a lounge equipped with a large screen TV, Bose sound system and DVD player. There is a large foredeck with lots of room to relax on the comfy cushions and enjoy the cruise while admiring the scenery. Up on the flybridge there is seating for a further eight people. This high powered yacht can take you on a wonderful day trip around the islands or an overnight trip for those hideaways further away.

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

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Andaman Boat Sales & Service Co.,Ltd : +66 87 283 1674, +66 84 842 6146 boats@andamanboatsales.com www.andamanboatsales.com

YACHT SALE

Carenalunga 21

THB 1,795,000

Carenacorsa 18

THB 1,150,000

Mini Cat 310

THB 129,950

New Alessandro Marchi Hypalon RIB. Light strong and fuel efficient, 175 Hp Suzuki 4 Stroke outboard, Bimini, Music system, Swim Ladder, Navigation lights and Trailer.

Factory Warranty. Arriving Mid December.

New Alessandro Marchi Hypalon RIB. Light strong and fuel efficient, 90 Hp "Lean Burn" Suzuki 4 Stroke outboard, Bimini, Music system, Swim Ladder, Navigation lights and Trailer. Factory Warranty. Arriving Mid December.

New Mini Cat 310 Super. The sailing boat that fits in your car. Fits into a bag 1350 mm x 300 mm x 400 mm and weighs just 37 Kg. Assembled / packed away in 25 mins Instructional DVD included.

Mini Cat 420

Karnic 1851

Karnic 2052

THB 159,950

New Mini Cat. 420 Instinct, Length 4200 mm, Beam 2100 mm, Mast height 5050 mm, Weight 44 Kg. No need for a trailer or mooring, folds away into two bags in 30 mins. Instructional DVD included.

THB 999,950

New Karnic 1851, LOA 5.65 m, Beam 2.3 m, Fuel Capacity 90 lt, 90 Hp "Lean Burn" Suzuki 4 Stroke outboard, Bimini, Swim Ladder, Navigation lights and Trailer. Full Factory Warranty.

THB 1,399,950

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47 B1 21 H6

tables 2013 USEFUL INFO Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket)

Predicted heights of water in metres above lowest low water

NIGHT

APRIL

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

1

2.6

2.8

2.8

2.5

2.1

1.7

1.2

1.0

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.0

3.0

2.9

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.0

1.2

1.5

1.9

2

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.3

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.3

1.9

1.6

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.6

3

1.9

2.2

2.3

2.4

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.5

1.5

4

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.4

2.3

2.3

2.2

2.1

1.9

1.8

1.7

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.5

5

1.5

1.5

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.4

2.3

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.6

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.8

6

1.5

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.0

2.5

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.3

2.1

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.5

2.1

7

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.1

1.3

1.7

2.5

2.5

2.8

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.3

1.6

2.1

2.5

2.8

2.9

2.8

2.5

8

2.1

1.5

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.3

2.3

2.3

2.7

3.0

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.0

1.2

1.7

2.2

2.7

3.0

3.0

2.8

9

2.4

1.8

1.3

0.9

0.8

1.0

2.0

2.0

2.6

3.0

3.1

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

0.9

1.3

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.1

3.0

10

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.8

0.8

1.7

1.7

2.3

2.9

3.2

3.2

3.0

2.5

1.9

1.3

0.9

0.8

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.6

3.0

3.1

11

2.9

2.4

1.9

1.3

0.9

0.8

1.4

1.4

2.0

2.6

3.1

3.3

3.1

2.8

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.8

0.9

1.2

1.8

2.3

2.8

3.1

12

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.8

1.2

1.2

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.2

3.0

2.5

1.9

1.3

0.9

0.8

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.6

2.9

13

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.0

1.3

1.0

1.1

1.1

1.5

2.1

2.6

3.1

3.2

3.1

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.7

14

2.9

2.8

2.5

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.1

1.1

1.4

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.1

3.1

2.9

2.4

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.5

15

2.7

2.8

2.6

2.3

1.9

1.4

1.1

1.1

1.3

1.7

2.2

2.6

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.6

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.3

16

2.5

2.7

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.7

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.6

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.9

2.7

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.5

1.7

2.1

17

2.3

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.2

1.9

1.5

1.5

1.5

1.6

1.9

2.2

2.4

2.6

2.7

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.6

1.5

1.5

1.7

1.9

18

2.1

2.3

2.3

2.3

2.3

2.1

1.8

1.8

1.7

1.0

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.1

1.9

1.7

1.7

1.7

1.8

19

1.9

2.0

2.1

2.2

2.2

2.2

2.2

2.0

1.9

1.9

1.8

1.9

2.0

2.1

2.3

2.4

2.4

2.4

2.3

2.2

2.0

1.9

1.8

1.7

20

1.0

1.8

1.9

2.0

2.1

2.3

2.3

2.3

2.2

2.1

2.0

1.9

1.8

1.9

2.0

2.1

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.4

2.3

2.2

2.0

1.8

21

1.6

1.6

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.0

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.0

1.8

1.8

2.2

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.5

2.3

1.9

22

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.5

1.7

1.7

2.6

2.6

2.7

2.7

2.5

2.2

1.9

1.6

1.4

1.5

1.5

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.2

23

1.8

1.4

1.2

1.2

1.4

1.4

2.2

2.6

2.9

3.0

2.9

2.6

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.2

1.2

1.6

2.0

2.5

2.8

3.0

2.9

2.6

24

2.1

1.6

1.2

1.2

1.0

1.0

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.2

2.9

2.5

2.0

1.4

1.1

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.2

2.7

3.0

3.1

2.9

25

2.5

2.0

1.4

1.4

0.8

0.8

2.5

2.1

2.7

3.2

3.4

3.3

2.9

2.4

1.7

1.2

1.2

0.9

1.0

1.8

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.2

26

2.9

2.3

1.7

1.7

0.8

0.8

1.1

1.6

2.3

2.9

3.4

3.5

3.3

2.8

2.2

1.5

1.5

0.7

0.9

1.3

1.9

2.6

3.0

3.2

27

3.1

2.7

2.2

2.2

1.0

1.0

0.8

1.2

1.9

2.6

3.2

3.5

3.5

3.2

2.6

1.9

1.9

0.8

0.7

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.7

3.1

28

3.2

3.0

2.5

2.5

1.4

1.4

0.8

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.8

3.3

3.5

3.4

3.0

2.4

2.4

1.1

0.8

0.8

1.2

1.7

2.3

2.8

29

3.1

3.0

2.8

2.8

1.8

1.8

1.0

1.0

1.2

1.7

2.3

2.9

3.3

3.4

3.2

2.8

2.8

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

1.9

2.4

30

2.7

2.9

2.9

2.9

2.2

2.2

1.3

1.2

1.5

1.5

1.9

2.5

2.9

3.2

3.2

3.0

3.0

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.0

SUNDAY

SUNDAY

SUNDAY

SUNDAY

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Source: Hydrographic Department, Royal Thai Navy

NOON

MIDNIGHT

tables 2013 USEFUL INFO Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket)

Predicted heights of water in metres above lowest low water

Source: Hydrographic Department, Royal Thai Navy

NOON

MIDNIGHT

NIGHT

MAY

0

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

1

2.3

2.6

2.7

2.7

2.5

2.1

1.8

1.5

1.4

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.5

2.8

3.0

3.0

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.7

2

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.4

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.4

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.5

3

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.3

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.7

1.8

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.9

1.6

1.5

4

1.5

1.6

1.8

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.7

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.7

5

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.6

2.7

2.7

2.6

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.6

1.6

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.7

2.7

2.6

2.3

2.0

6

1.6

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.1

2.4

2.8

2.9

2.9

2.7

2.3

1.9

1.6

1.4

1.4

1.6

1.9

2.3

2.6

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.3

7

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.2

1.4

1.7

2.2

2.6

3.0

3.1

3.0

2.7

2.2

1.7

1.4

1.2

1.3

1.6

2.0

2.4

2.8

2.9

2.9

2.6

8

2.2

1.7

1.3

1.1

1.1

1.4

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.1

3.2

3.0

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.6

2.9

3.0

2.8

9

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.3

3.2

2.8

2.3

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.7

3.0

2.9

10

2.7

2.2

1.8

1.3

1.1

1.1

1.4

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.3

3.1

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.1

1.5

2.0

2.5

2.9

3.0

11

2.8

2.5

2.0

1.5

1.2

1.1

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.3

3.2

2.9

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.7

2.9

12

2.9

2.7

2.3

1.8

1.4

1.1

1.1

1.4

1.9

2.4

2.9

3.2

3.3

3.1

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.0

2.5

2.8

13

2.9

2.8

2.5

2.0

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.3

1.7

2.2

2.6

3.0

3.2

3.2

2.9

2.4

1.8

1.4

1.1

1.1

1.4

1.8

2.3

2.6

14

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.3

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.3

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.1

3.1

3.0

2.6

2.1

1.6

1.3

1.2

1.3

1.6

2.1

2.4

15

2.7

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.1

1.7

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.8

2.2

2.6

2.9

3.0

3.0

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.5

1.3

1.3

1.5

1.9

2.2

16

2.5

2.6

2.7

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.7

1.5

1.5

1.7

2.0

2.4

2.7

2.9

2.9

2.8

2.5

2.2

1.8

1.5

1.4

1.5

1.7

2.0

17

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.8

1.7

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.4

2.6

2.8

2.8

2.6

2.4

2.1

1.8

1.6

1.5

1.6

1.8

18

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.9

1.8

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.1

1.9

1.7

1.6

1.7

19

1.8

2.0

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.5

2.5

2.4

2.2

2.0

1.9

1.9

1.9

2.1

2.2

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.5

2.4

2.2

1.9

1.7

1.6

20

1.6

1.7

1.9

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.1

1.9

1.8

1.8

1.9

2.1

2.3

2.5

2.6

2.6

2.5

2.3

2.0

1.7

21

1.5

1.4

1.6

1.8

2.1

2.4

2.7

2.8

2.8

2.7

2.4

2.1

1.8

1.6

1.6

1.7

2.0

2.3

2.5

2.7

2.8

2.6

2.3

2.0

22

1.6

1.3

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.2

2.6

2.9

3.0

3.0

2.8

2.4

2.0

1.6

1.4

1.3

1.5

1.9

2.3

2.7

2.9

2.9

2.7

2.3

23

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.1

1.3

1.8

2.3

2.8

3.1

3.3

3.2

2.8

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.1

1.2

1.5

1.9

2.4

2.8

3.0

3.0

2.7

24

2.3

1.8

1.3

1.0

1.0

1.3

1.8

2.4

3.0

3.3

3.4

3.2

2.8

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

2.0

2.5

3.0

3.1

3.0

25

2.7

2.2

1.6

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

2.0

2.6

3.2

3.5

3.5

3.2

2.7

2.0

1.4

0.9

0.8

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.7

3.1

3.2

26

3.0

2.6

2.1

1.5

1.0

0.9

1.0

1.5

2.1

2.8

3.3

3.6

3.5

3.1

2.5

1.8

1.2

0.8

0.8

1.1

1.6

2.2

2.8

3.1

27

3.2

2.9

2.5

1.9

1.4

1.0

0.9

1.2

1.7

2.3

3.0

3.4

3.6

3.4

3.0

2.4

1.6

1.1

0.8

0.9

1.2

1.8

2.4

2.8

28

3.1

3.1

2.8

2.4

1.8

1.3

1.1

1.1

1.3

1.9

2.5

3.0

3.4

3.5

3.3

2.8

2.2

1.5

1.1

0.9

1.0

1.4

1.9

2.4

29

2.8

3.0

3.0

2.7

2.3

1.8

1.4

1.2

1.2

1.6

2.1

2.6

3.1

3.3

3.3

3.1

2.6

2.0

1.5

1.1

1.0

1.2

1.6

2.0

30

2.5

2.8

2.9

2.8

2.6

2.2

1.8

1.5

1.3

1.4

1.7

2.2

2.6

3.0

3.2

3.1

2.8

2.4

1.9

1.5

1.2

1.2

1.4

1.7

31

2.1

2.4

2.7

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Cape Panwa Hotel and Mount Gay Rum on board again Mark your diaries. The award-winning Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek presented by Mount Gay Rum is set to take place 17 – 21 July 2013. Headquartered at the luxurious Cape Panwa Hotel, Raceweek has established itself as a leading boutique regatta and each year attracts sailors and boats from all over Asia and beyond.

The five-star Cape Panwa Hotel will again provide the best beachside regatta venue in the country, with its facilities, exclusive beach and pier at the event’s disposal.

As well as being the event’s Title Sponsor, together with Kantary Bay, Cape Panwa Hotel are Host Sponsors for Raceweek and building on their resounding success last year will deliver an unrivalled onshore experience for the 10th Anniversary Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek.

Four days of world-class yacht racing, combined with four nights of magical beachside parties, are the hallmarks of Phuket Raceweek and this successful format has proved to be an award-winning formula with the regatta being voted 'Best Asian Regatta of the Year' at the 2011 Asia Boating Awards.

Returning for their third year (second year as Presenting Sponsor) are Mount Gay Rum. The single biggest regatta sponsor in the world, Mount Gay Rum first joined Phuket Raceweek in 2011 and officially launched into Thailand at the event. Last year saw the launch of Mount Gay Rum XO at Raceweek and for 2013 Mount Gay Rum have again chosen the Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek as their signature regatta in Thailand and will welcome participants with a Barbados-themed opening party.

2012 Multihull Class winner DaVinci

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Simon Morris (centre) and crew of Sirius, 2012 Classic Class winners - at their first attempt!

On-the-water, Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek continues to hit the high notes with an exciting race programme. In July, the consistent good winds makes Phuket's East Coast the best place for racing, and Principal Race Officer Simon James is planning a variety of short and island courses, making it competitive and fun for all the classes.

Run over six or seven classes including Racing, Multihull, Cruising and Bareboat Charter, Phuket Raceweek has gained a reputation for its competitive racing for the serious boats and fun courses around the islands for the less serious racers.

And in keeping with tradition the regatta will host the best Classic Class in South East Asian waters.

“What's unique about Phuket Raceweek is the race area. The East Coast delivers good winds at this time of year and the racing area allows for a variety of race courses – something to suit all boats. The race area also allows us to set interesting courses for the classic yachts, giving them the opportunity to stretch their legs and show off their elegance,” commented Simon James, Principal Race Officer.

With years of experience and involvement in events, Byron Jones, Managing Director of co-organiser Media Business Services (MBS), is expecting the 10th Anniversary to be the best yet.

“We're proud to be celebrating the 10th Anniversary this year and we are excited to be back at Cape Panwa Hotel. Last year the service, the venue and the racing was second to none.

We will continue to build on the past nine years of success and will take the Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek into a new decade in style.”

Supporting Sailing Supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Sports Authority of Thailand, Yacht Racing Association of Thailand and Ao Chalong Yacht Club, Phuket Raceweek embarks on a new decade with the introduction of Junior Phuket Raceweek.

The one-day dinghy regatta will take place on Saturday 20th July and is expected to welcome over 30 youngsters from Phuket and beyond. Hosted by Panwa Beach Resort Phuket and the Regent Phuket Cape Panwa, this new initiative aims to support sailing and give-back to the Island community, and in future years will likely grow alongside its big brother, Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek.

Entry for the 2013 Cape Panwa Hotel Phuket Raceweek is now available online, with early-bird prices, at www.phuketraceweek.com/registration.htm.

For more information: www.phuketraceweek.com email: info@phuketraceweek.com

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The Surin Phuket

Helicam provides new marketing material Helicam Electric Helibot

Aerial Photo: The Surin Phuket iPad interactive virtual tour presentation

Over the years Helicam Co Ltd has photographed many resort hotels and beautiful properties. However nothing compares to The Surin Phuket, a 5-star luxury beach resort located on the tranquil Pansea Beach on the west coast of Phuket. The resort has a total of 103 hillside and beachfront cottages and suites all discreetly built into a carefully conserved landscape, amidst coconut trees and gently sloping down to meet a small coral reef.

General Manager of the Surin Phuket, Mr. Antonio Saponara, commissioned Helicam to obtain aerial images and an interactive virtual tour featuring the entire resort. To achieve the aerial images the Helicam crew, Khun Phil, launches the latest addition to the fleet, a machine that uses onboard avionics / GPS navigation to actually fly without a pilot, now the Helicam camera operator is able to take the aerial photography single handed with pin-point accuracy.

For the virtual tour, the crew proceeds on the ground using a DSLR camera fitted with a fisheye lens to take the HDR (High Dynamic Range) multiple-exposure images that will make every 360 degree location. The post production is done back at the Helicam office by the studio professionals, khun Mhu & khun Pon. The end result provides the customer with a taste of tranquil location and also an interactive look at the resort on PC, Mac, Android, iPhone and iPad. For more information please contact: Helicam Co Ltd Jonathan : +66 89 874 7464 www.helicam.asia info@helicam.asia Phil : +66 87 281 0451 www.helicam.asia phil@helicam.asia The Surin Phuket : +66 76 621580-2 www.thesurinphuket.com

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TRISARA SEAFOOD

Grilled Tiger Prawns

on Himalayan pink salt / rice pilaf

Ingredients For marinated 30 gm Garlic, chopped 30 ml extra virgin olive oil ¼ tsp ground cumin 30 gm parsley, chopped 30 gm coriander root, chopped 30 gm ginger, peeled and chopped 3 pcs tiger prawns, peeled

Mediterranean Rice Pilaf 1 tbsp olive oil 20 gm garlic clove, minced 40 gm multi-grain blend (rice) 2 tbsp almond powder 30 gm spinach (only leaf ) 20 gm onions, chopped 1 block Himalayan pink salt to serve

and place in a bowl, then marinate with olive oil, cumin, parsley, coriander and ginger, and then combine gently with your hands. Once the block is ready to go, place the shrimps on top of the block and be ready to turn them after a minute. They will cook fast.

For the rice

Method

Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion then cook until soft, about 3 minutes.

Preheat your salt block; this will take about 35-45 minutes. You will know it’s hot enough when you can only hold your hand above it for 2-3 seconds. While heating the block, clean & peel your shrimps

Add prepared multi-grain blend, almonds and spinach with salt and pepper. Cook until heated through put in a small bowl and serve together with tiger prawns.

About Chef Chalermchai Prakobkit Chef Kla (Chalermchai Prakobkit) has been with Trisara since 2004. While working there , he has been exposed to a variety of different cuisines and has worked with some of the most talented chefs from around the world . In 2007, he spent 18 months working under the mentoring of Neil Perry at Trisara and at Sydney's renowned Rockpool restaurant. In 2008, Khun Kla went to New York to work with Tom Colicchio's Craft and Craftsteak . Since then , his cuisine has evolved further thanks to trips such as: The Bather's Pavillion in Sydney; Hotel d' Europe and La Bastide de Capelongue with Bruno d'Angelis and Edouard Loubet respectively; one and two Michelin star chefs and more in 2011 at the prestigious Raffles Hotel in Singapore; in 2012 at El Celler de Roca, Girona in Spain and Restaurante Martín Berasategui , San Sebastián in Spain For more information, contact: Trisara Seafood +66 76 310100

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Cotto Italia Share the best of Italy week

@ Royal phuket Marina

Boathouse 24th Birthday @ Boathouse on Kata Beach

BBAP Annual General Meeting @ The Palm Garden Resort

The View Agents’ Night of 2013 @ The View on Site

ch Fin's fabulous Fren ng sti ta ne Sunset Wi

Chinese in love @ Central Festival Phuket

Xana Pool Party

@ Angsana Laguna Phuket

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Baan Rim Pa

Thai

Rice

Thai/International

Daily 12pm-midnight | +66 76 340789, +66 76 341768

Daily 7am-midnight | +66 76 294104-6 ext 5

'Location, location, location' as the saying goes. It doesn’t matter how good you are, if you’re not in the right location, forget it.

Few destinations in the world can host an evening of enjoyment with sophisticated flair and unrivalled ambience. Perched on the hillside just minutes from the crowd, RICE welcomes diners with Thai charm and hospitality. The panoramic view over Patong Bay, the piano and the superb dinner make for a relaxing occasion.

Baan Rim Pa is one of Thailand’s best-known restaurants, with a reputation stretching much further. It's perched on a cliff, with teak floors and the swish of the surf ‘downstairs’. There are some restaurants that just encapsulate the word ‘romantic’ and here, with Tommy Doyle playing classics on his grand piano, the sea breeze and the delicate aromas of world-class cooking in the air, this House by the Sea is one of the most romantic places to eat in Phuket.

On a rocky outcrop, overlooking the Andaman Sea, Baan Rim Pa prides itself in superb, authentic Royal Thai Cuisine, an ambience second to none and the most spectacular views on the island. Baan Rim Pa is the winner of the prestigious Wine Spectator Award of Excellence nine years in succession.

On the coast road just north of Patong www.baanrimpa.com

Salvatore’s

RICE’s menu boasts a delightful variety of authentic Thai and Western cuisine. Seasonal and local ingredients are selected for maximum freshness and imported product for superior quality. Yum neau, Spicy grilled beef (Thai) salad, made with grilled Australian Angus Striploin will get your appetite going, while Pan-roasted duck breast with blackcurrant glaze is testimony to Chef Ta’s creativity.

An upscale venue catering to tourists and locals alike, RICE provides an unsurpassed dining experience. With superb food, enchanting piano music and hospitality in a stylish environment, it doesn’t get better that this.

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Baan Yin Dee Boutique Resort, Muean Ngern Rd. south end of Patong www.journeyful.com/baanyindee

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Italian

Phuket Universal Services

Daily, Lunch: 12-2 pm, Dinner: 6pm-midnight | +66 76 225958

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Looking for a break from the tourist spots? Follow locals to Salvatore’s, a typical trattoria in Phuket City. Voted one of Thailand’s best restaurants by Tatler’s guide for six consecutive years, Salvatore offers the most authentic Italian cuisine using the finest fresh ingredients – Homemade tagliatelle pasta with fresh crab meat and cream sauce, Sea bass in salt crust or typical Sardinian Gnocchi served with fresh parmesan.

The food is prepared under the careful eye of Sardinian chef and owner, Salvatore Cossu, a friendly fixture on Phuket’s restaurant scene who personally shops in local markets. Bread and pastas are home made daily. And don't be afraid to ask him about daily food specials as well as wine suggestions; he offers about 60 labels, including a selection from his native region.

The real taste of an Italian home with the sound of the finest Italian music. Salvatore's has now reopened with a brand new restaurant and wine bar in a redesigned space.

Near the circle and fresh market in Phuket Town www.salvatorestaurant.com

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Da Vinci

Italian

Urban Food

Asian & International

Daily 5.30-11.00pm | +66 76 289574

Daily 10am-11pm | www.urbanfood.co.th

Relish an authentic style of cooking of a diverse array of Italian favourites and new combinations served in a cozy ambiance, or savour pizzas in a separate casual seating area by a wood-fired oven.

Urban Food is new, enjoyable and affordable – a refreshing dining experience. A spacious open kitchen, stylish terrace with Pop’Art oak barrels, blackboard menus and copper pots and pans give the feeling of a Food Gallery to this trendy Brasserie.

An evening must kick off with an aperitif! And so we did, at DaVinci's super-stylish 'V Lounge' cocktail bar. The restaurant itself is open air, but with enough cover for when the rains come (and with an airconditioned dining room too). The whole place is tasteful, beautifully designed and welcoming, while the children’s play area allows parents to keep their kids in sight while relaxing with a fine meal.

Everything at DaVinci comes from the kitchen with the freshest ingredients. The Lasagne Al Forno and the Spaghetti Neri Pomodorini Calamari e Gamberi (all homemade pasta) are superb in their simplicity. For superlative Italian cuisine, with the freshest of ingredients, in a truly classy environment, be sure to try DaVinci and discover a renaissance of food.

Centre of Nai Harn on the road to Rawai www.davinciphuket.com

VSET

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From Thai and Asian specialities, prepared in two giant woks, to an vast selection of skewers grilled under your eyes, Urban Food also redesigns some Mediterranean favourites, such as Ratatouille crumble, Foie gras tartine and Italian veal osso bucco presented in fantasy mini cocottes, colorful 'tagines' clay pots and Chinese bamboo steamers.

To finish − and put a smile on your stomach, try the original creation of the Tatin sisters: the legendary upside down 'Apple Tart Tatin'.

After its success at Jungceylon Patong, Urban Food heads to Phuket Town to open its second branch at Central Festival. Urban Food is a friendly meeting point for everyone where food lovers will enjoy the culinary art of this Food Gallery.

Central Festival Ground Floor Tel: +66 76 307155 Jungceylon Sino Area Tel: +66 76 366192

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Modern Western Cuisine

Daily 11.30am-11pm | +66 89 727 0067, +66 76 381159

VSET is a "restaurant at its extraordinary best". VSET, pronounced "Vi-Sate", in Thai means "extraordinary".

It's the first gastronomic restaurant at Chalong pier and has a naturally-thatched roof, quaint interior and an open kitchen where you can see Master Chef Ronnie Macuja and his talented team at work. Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor seating, this intimately proportioned venue serves up delicious fare in a homey atmosphere.

Multi-award winning chef Ronnie's creations combine established methods with local flare and creativity producing a stellar menu.

Notable dishes include: Phuket lobster salad, Foie gras parfait, Cognacflamed Lobster bisque, Australian lamb cutlet, Red snapper steak and Honey-glazed pork belly. These only touch the surface, while a fine wine list adds an essential touch and a tantalising selection of desserts rounds it all off. VSET is centered on the palate, but it's how everything fits together that makes this a truly extraordinary place.

The pier at Chalong Bay (next to Kan Eang @pier) www.vsetrestaurant.com, sales@vsetrestaurant.com

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Kantok Restaurant

Thai

Kan Eang@pier

Seafood/Thai

Daily 11.30am-10.30pm | +66 76 292929 ext 8207

Daily 10.30am-11pm | +66 83 173 1187, +66 76 381212

Kantok Restaurant offers you a natural and warm ambiance where traditional healthy food is served. "The Kantok" table was originally used by the northern households welcoming guests of importance into their homes.

Kan Eang, meaning "feel at ease", invites you to unwind with the soothing sounds of the sea & a stunning view of Chalong Bay. Savour freshly caught seafood, Thai delights & selected Japanese dishes.

Kantok's Thai set is attentively prepared, beginning with our Thai appetizer platter, including items that continue to be a rare delicacy these days due to the delicate mix of ingredients needed to create an authentic and unique taste. A sampling of our main event, including green curry chicken, mussaman curry and our famed red duck curry is something not to be missed. End your district culinary experience with a local Thai dessert.

If you haven't tried the best red duck curry in town you should not miss, it is well worth the effort of doing so. It is definitely a relaxing and an almost hypnotic way to enjoy the evening.

Thai classical dance show runs on Mon, Wed and Fri from 7.30-9pm Burasari, Patong Beach www.burasari.com

Nikita’s

75 B4

International/Thai/Seafood

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

Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it's a destination.

Originally called Kan Eang 1, it has been preparing great seafood dishes for more than 30 years and has long been a favourite among locals and visitors from around the world. Kan Eang@pier continues the tradition of satisfying any palate with its selected fresh seafood and local specialities.

Kan Eang@pier has the flexibility to cater for everything from intimate dinners to special events and large banquets.

Its friendly and attentive staff and seaside seating in an idyllic setting offer a relaxing and pleasant dining experience day or night. Enjoy a panoramic view of the yacht harbour and nearby islands.

The pier of Chalong Bay www.kaneang-pier.com, sales@kaneang-pier.com

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

Mediterranean Tapas Bar

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

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

Time means nothing at Nikita's on peaceful Rawai Beach. The well-trained team offers real Thai hospitality, while guests sit happily daydreaming for hours, observing life on the water & chatting with friends. The extensive menu of authentic Thai food, fresh seafood & the famous wood-fired pizzas − along with a selection of over 50 quality wines, cool cocktails, icy cold beers, English draught cider, delicious fruit shakes, an excellent coffee menu and service with a smile – is a winner with visitors as well as the many locals who make Nikita's a second home.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Patong Seafood

International

Baluchi

Indian

Daily 8am-midnight | +66 76 341244

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

Take a journey into the home of real Thai food! Patong Seafood Restaurant was the first seafood restaurant to open in (what was then) the village-like Patong. It has changed little since then, except for a major refurbishment in 2005 which retained the original Thai style, with open dining area and a high circular ceiling.

Baluchi is in the heart of Patong and in Karon, yet their relaxed atmosphere, with soft background Indian music, creates a great ambience perfect for either family dining or entertaining clients.

Only the freshest seafood is brought straight from the boat or market to give you the finest selections, which are on display – chilled and ready to eat. The kitchens at Patong Seafood Restaurant are amazing; their chefs, with many years of experience, prepare your seafood and other Thai delicacies to perfection.

The first thing that you notice are the friendly staff. The smiles, the attentiveness and the helpfulness in making your choice tell you why so many visitors and local residents come back time and time again to enjoy this real taste of Thailand.

Beach Rd, 200 metres north of Soi Bangla in Patong www.wheretoeat-phuket.com

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They take pride in using only fresh, authentic Indian spices, freshly ground in their kitchen and fresh (not frozen) meat. Homemade paneer (cottage cheese) and yoghurt, tandoori kebabs, naan and rotis, Mughlai curries and the best Indian long grain basmati rice dishes are just some of their specialties. One can taste the most mouth-watering tandoori kebabs in town, not to mention the variety of breads baked freshly in the tandoor or a delicious variety of prawn, chicken, mutton or vegetable biryani.

Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India. Baluchi Karon opens 18:30 to 23:30 every day except Saturdays.

Horizon Beach Resort, Patong and Karon Soi 2 next to Karon Football Stadium www.wheretoeat-phuket.com

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This month the Phuket Hot List takes another close look into one of our favourite places on the island. We’ve been keeping our eyes and ears alert to the island buzz to discover what’s new, as well as revisiting those sometimes-overlooked spots that remain simmering hot over time. This month, we’re strolling the sands of stylish Surin Beach in search of the best spots to dine, play, and celebrate the tropical life.

Hot eats The big players on Surin’s beachfront dining scene are well known: Taste, Pla Seafood and Catch Beach Club.

Every year, they keep notching up the Wow Factor with new designs, new menus and new ‘lifestyle’ enticements including yacht charters, stretching ever more broadly across the beachfront (perhaps a little too broadly for some people’s tastes). As a change we thought we’d try out some of the lesser-known Surin dining spots to see how they stack up. Cefalù, next to Taste, is a simple, bright place with white tables set under swaying casuarina trees, with authentic Italian right down to the friendly, fussy Italian host who rushes around constantly checking on his guests.

Lunches are especially inviting with all salads at 99 baht, pastas 149 baht, pizzas 169 baht, and a set menu for 250 baht. Those seeking a light lunch won’t find it here: even the salads are gigantic! With a good range of wine to boot, we found Cefalù to be truly magnifico. It also offers free delivery service, though dining at the beach is hard to beat.

Good value is sometimes elusive at Surin, so we perked up upon seeing the ‘99 baht happy-hour cocktail’ sign in front of the long-running beachfront Nok Seafood restaurant. The food is fairly well priced, too, with a great selection of tasty Thai seafood dishes, plus some decent pizza for those who pine for a European meal. The casual setting, wooden tables on a sandy floor shaded by white parasols and screw pines, is pretty much the postcard-perfect tropical scene. Here, happily, happy hour extends into three, from 4pm-7pm, with 50-baht glasses of Chang beer also on offer.

Off the beach, a Hollywood celebrity chef has been making waves since his recent arrival at Surin Gate Kitchen, especially with his four-course set dinner on Wednesdays for 750 baht that has had Phuket foodies scrambling to book a table. Cudos, meanwhile, has been chalking up some kudos of its own, with its terrific tapas, Australian beef, duck breast and other hearty specialties, all in a swanky setting reminiscent of a classic big-city eatery. Its elegant interior and stylish walled garden makes this a perfect place for either a power lunch or a mad martini night on the weekend.

Be sure to save some space for the divine crème brûlée or chocolate tart with mixed berry compote.

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Hot shops Basic beachwear, sarongs and gaudy cover-ups are as easy to find here as anywhere else on the island, but Surin also brings more elegant tropical fashions to the more discerning sunseeker set. Paul Ropp features handmade Balinese clothing, shoes and jewellery that are quite simply wearable works of art. The silks and cottons are a vision

of intricacy, rich colour and tropical flair, from chic chiffon lingerie to cotton and silk tops with exquisite embroidery.

Looking beach-ready fabulous doesn’t come cheap.

Just across the road is Island Bliss, with cotton and silk leisurewear by Australian designer Cassandra McMillan, who’s extended her range into this bright and friendly Phuket shop after years in Phnom Penh. Her attention to detail and eye for colour add a lavish touch to a distinctly Bohemian style. Our favourites include the hot-pink silk party dress, the soft and billowy white cotton tunics, and the sparkling Indian bangles.

Photo provided by Amanresorts

Photo provided by Vertigo

Adding to Surin’s abundant assemblage of luxury villas is Vertigo, a new collection of 16 modern villas at truly dizzying heights on Surin Hill. The first villa to appear at Vertigo is the developer’s own Villa Zamani, which has quickly emerged as one of the island’s most popular rental villas, complete with a team of live-in staff, a huge cinema room with hot-red leather theatre seats and fantastic views over Bangtao and Surin bays.

Photo provided by Amanresorts

Hot Properties

From the Vertigo site, you also get a bird’s eye view of another villa project underway at the impeccable Amanpuri. The luxury villa resort that’s discreetly welcomed royals and rock stars since opening in 1988 is now reaching over to the other side of the cape with a new set of villas, all of which, we hear, have already sold out. World renowned architect Ed Tuttle, who was the original designer of the property and villas many years ago, is also the designer of the new villas. Next to Amanpuri, there’s been a shifting of sands, too, at The Surin, which reopened after an extensive renovation. The former Chedi resort’s beachside cottages have been superbly spruced up and from what we’ve seen we’re certain they'll bowl over guests yet again with their unbeatable position on the peaceful, pristine Pansea Beach.

not so Hot After years as a jet-ski-free zone, the Surin scene now has its share of these buzzing little vessels. We’d love to see them zoom away into the sunset, never to return, but as we’ve seen at other west-coast Phuket beaches, these ‘noinsurance’ nuisances are likely here to stay.

Burning to tell us about your favourite Phuket hot spot? Please fill us in at fon@image-asia.com.

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BEAUTY SALON

Hair Studio 9 Welcome to Hair Studio 9. Our experienced staff are committed to providing the most professional services. We are one of the most well known hair salons, bringing superior services and satifaction to all of our respective customers.

Our hair stylists have more than 10 years of experience and specialise in hair extension, cuts, style and colour for women, men and children.

At Hair Studio9 we offer the very best colour available in the industry.

Our approach reflects the latest in great looks, and fashion from around the world. Our colour lines are manufactured by experts in the field of professional brands: Paul Mitchell, Loreal, Wella, Schwarzkopf, Kudus.

Here's what we offer • Shampoo and blow drying / Hair cutting • Natural hair perm / Natural hair styling • Color : Highlighting, multi dimensional weaves and foils, colour correcting, permanent and semi-permanent tinting • Natural hair extention • Permanant tattoo • Deep conditioning treatment both hair and scalp • Permanent waving and relaxing • Hair cleansing support: Beautiful hair begins with clean hair and a clean scalp: Scalp therapy/Hair growth support. Our hair is the most fragile, yet it is treated the harshest. Protect your hair with our customised More Hair! Salon Hydro Therapy Treatments formulated to restore balance and vital elements to the hair and scalp for optimal hair growth. Our blends of powerful ingredients along with our de-chlorinated water infused with Vitamin C provide treatment plans to recover and nurture you, your hair and your scalp back to health.

• Hair colour support: Natural & organic hair colour, which are gentler on the hair, are available.

• We do ''Special Occasion Styles'' for weddings, black tie events and proms.

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HAIR STUDIO 9

Jungceylon

Patong Sai 3 Rd

Rat-U-Thit Rd

Soi Bangla Patong Beach Rd

PATONG BEACH

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

Banzan Market Soi Banzan

Lemongrass House

Lemongrass founder, Bobby Duchowny, studied aromatherapy – a healing art that promotes massage, when combined with specific herb and spice oils, as a method to reduce stress, boost energy and heal certain physical ailments – at the American Aromatherapy Association.

Some years ago while on holiday in Thailand, he visited an organic farm in Petchaboon province and became interested in the natural healing properties of Thai herbs and spices.

“I was particularly attracted to lemon grass as it was used in many popular Thai foods, as a medicine for stomach disorders and even as a repellent for mosquitoes,” he recalls.

Bobby used lemon grass as his signature herb to create a line of essential oils, face and body creams, shower gels and bath crystals, which he and his wife Palita sold at Bangkok’s world-famous Weekend Market.

What started, several years ago, as a modest enterprise has blossomed into a successful operation offering over 90 oils and a wide range of body care products through many outlets, as well as supplying many of Thailand’s top resorts and spas with aromatherapy oils.

SPA & BEAUTY

To visit this home of award-winning spa oils, creams, soaps and so many other exquisite products is a delight. The aromas are enchanting. At Lemongrass, you can enjoy a spa treatment to sample and choose from their huge range, then take home your choice to enjoy at your leisure. They even have a great range of kid’s spa products.

25 percent aloe vera, white orchid and cucumber extracts. And he’s developed a revitalizing mineral muscle soak made from Andaman Sea salt crystals, blended with white orchid and chamomile extracts, to help draw out impurities and soothe and revive tense muscles.

“People are sensitive to different scents at different times of day.

It’s a good idea to get a variety of essential oils and experiment with what smells and feels good to you,” he says. “Our aromatherapy massage and body oils can be either uplifting or calming to the spirit. They’re carefully balanced 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 and Surin Beach, where you can buy their full range of spa products at modest prices, making perfect gifts for friends and family who can enjoy the aromatic scents of Asia in the privacy of their homes – no matter where in the world they live.

“Our advantage is that we produce the freshest spa products and our stock is never kept longer than three months; using fresh spa products can be likened to eating fresh food rather than processed food.”

Based on his years of experiences at some of the top spas in Southeast Asia, Bobby has developed a full line of healthy skin care products. For example, his hydrating face and body creams have

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Daily 9am – 8pm สาขาสุรินทร ซอยอาวบางเทา ถัดจาก : +66 76 271233 โรงแรมสุรินทรเบยอินน 10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100 31 34 D4 F1 www.lemongrasshouse.com To Laguna Hotels Twin Palms Phuket

SURIN BEACH

Surin Bay Inn

Lemongrass

CAR PARK

2 House

Lemongrass House 1

CHERNGTALAY

To Tha Reua

To Kamala

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To experience The Royal Spa is to feel the true beauty of nature and reflect on the power of body, mind and spiritual connections.

The Royal Spa and Health Club

Some treatments & packages

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.

Prices range from 1,200 to 6,500 Baht

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, as well as 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 5,000 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.

The Royal Spa has 12 branches that are managed in resorts in Patong, Kata, Karon, Panwa, Ao Chalong and Phuket Town and you are welcome to experience our spas with us at any time. As a special for our 8th year anniversary, we offer 'BUY ONE GET ONE FREE' value.

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The Royal Ayurvedic Massage (90 minutes): Ayurvedic Massage or Abhyanga is a full body massge with medicated oils to balance specific conditions.

Hot Stone Massage (90 minutes): Hot Stone Massage is a speciality 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 hours) • The Royal Honey Body Treatment (scrub and wrap) • The Royal Experience Massage • The Royal Facial • Milky Bath

Buy 1 Get 1 Free at every branch This Privilege applies to the 14 following locations: Phuket The Royal Spa & Health Club +66 (0)76 236663 The Royal Spa Ao Chalong Villa Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 381691 The Royal Spa Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort +66 (0)76 286100 The Royal Spa Ramada Resort +66 (0)76 396666-7 The Royal Spa The Village Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 398200-5 The Royal Spa Sugar Palm Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 284404 The Royal Spa @ Malisa Villa Suites +66 (0)76 284760 The Royal Spa The Beach Boutique House +66 (0)76 333113 The Royal Spa Absolute Patong Ville Resort +66 (0)76 294500 The Royal Spa At Panta +66 (0)76 275002-14 Phang Nga The Royal Spa Borsaen Villa & Spa +66 (0)76 418888 The Royal Spa Haadson Resort +66 (0)76 593510 Pattaya: Avarin Spa Managed by The Royal Spa +66 (0)38 256555 Trat: The Royal Spa Koh Chang Kacha Resort & Spa +66 (0)39 551223

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Daily 9am – 10pm : +66 76 236663, +66 76 236056 367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100 info@theroyalspa.com www.theroyalspa.com

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SAM KONG

To Kathu Bypass Rd.

SPA & BEAUTY

The Royal Spa

To Downtown

Tesco Lotus Bangkok Phuket Hospital

Yaowarat Rd.

THE ROYAL SPA

Vachira Hospital

KHAO RANG

Oasis Spa

Thailand Tourism Awards, Excellent Day Spa 2008, 2010

SPA & BEAUTY

Day Spa of The Year Asia Spa Awards 2012

Where would you be if ... “You were on a lush tropical isle on the Andaman Sea being pampered with the most incredible spa treatments available anywhere?

Find out for yourself why

Enjoy this Special Offer

Oasis Spas has received the coveted “Tourism Award of Excellence Day Spa” multiple times along with many other prestigious awards at any of three Phuket locations.

Buy 1 Get 1 FREE on the following spa packages at Oasis Spa Phuket, in Laguna, Kamala and Kata from now until 31 March 2013

Take an interlude from the beach to discover Oasis Spas with their distinctive Lanna identity. Famous for combining ancient Thai therapy with the latest discoveries in beauty and wellness, you will love the extreme relaxation and rejuvenation … refreshing and revitalization …re-centering and renewal.

Oasis Sky Breeze Spa, Kata With breathtaking views that include the Andaman Ocean and Phuket’s big marble Buddha, this spa truly affords a ‘mountaintop experience.’ Leave the hustle and bustle of modern life behind and reconnect with the beauty of the earth, hear the message on its gentle breezes, and restore harmony within. Consisting of six individual treatment rooms, an outdoor rooftop swimming pool and herbal steam room, this day spa has a capacity for 12 clients. You too, can be one of the fortunate few. Address: 26 Soi Plukjae, Kata, Phuket

King of Oasis Signature Massage 2 hours, THB 3,900++ By the end of this two-hour massage, you will feel wonderful. Enjoy this powerful, yet pleasing treatment combining Thai massage techniques with Aromatherapy massage. Called by some “stress-management” Thai style, it begins with a Thai Herbal Hot Compress along the strong muscle lines followed by a Hot Oil Massage that works and stretches the muscles while reopening the body’s energy pathways.

Oasis Royal Thai Spa, Kamala

Queen of Oasis Signature Massage 2 hours, THB 3,900++ A therapy that combines the best of Eastern and Western massages to bring out your inner strength. The ancient oriental massage integrated into this therapy focuses on the 10 energy lines along which the body's energy works to detoxify, improve organ function, and promote self-healing. The Swedish, Hot Stone, and Aromatherapy Massage further rejuvenates and enhances health and vigour. It realigns a woman’s life-energy, improves digestion, and promotes inner harmony. You will regain your sparkle!

Nestled among perfect sunsets, an unspoiled tropical beach, and cascading mountains lies a modern and beautifully appointed day spa housed in a traditional Thai-style structure. Stepping through the door is like going back hundreds of years to a more gracious time and place. You will be pampered to in one of the eight elegant treatment rooms equipped with its own Jacuzzi, herbal steam room, and shower for maximum capacity of 12 clients. Set the date, a majestic experience awaits. Address: 128 Moo 3 Kamala Rimhad Road, Kamala, Phuket

Oasis Summer Day 3 hours, THB 4,900++ Too much fun in the sun? Restore and protect your skin from the damage of the sun’s rays with this 3-hours spa package. Begin treatment with your choice of Aloe Vera Mint Body Scrub or Aloe Vera Mint Body Wrap … then enjoy a cool, refreshing Body Massage … and finish with a Biodroga® After Sun Facial Treatment that protects, repairs, and smoothes the skin. On the other hand, you could skip the sun and give your skin a therapy session it will love.

Oasis Secret Garden Spa, Laguna

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Daily 10am – 10pm : +66 76 337777 www.oasisspa.net cs@oasisspa.net

KAMALA BEACH

Patak Rd

Oasis Secret Garden Spa

To Karon Kata Rd

LAGUNA

26 108 40 F5 G5 G5

KATA BEACH

To Layan

Big Budha

Oasis Royal To Surin Thai Spa

To Chalong

Srisoontorn Rd

To Kamala

To Kata Noi

To Patong

Soi Kamala 8

Patak Rd

Oasis Sky Breeze Spa

Entrance of Laguna

Soi PlukJae

BANGTAO BEACH

Nestled in the lagoon of a tropical paradise there is a hidden sanctuary devoted to your relaxation, peace, and the rejuvenation of body, spirit, and soul. Each of the five individual treatment villas and private outdoor showers overlook the tranquil waters of an inland lake. Find your way to us on Lagoon Road, Cherngtalay, near the entrance to Laguna Resort and discover a secret garden. Include private villas for a capacity of 10 clients complete with garden hydrotherapy pool and Thai herbal steam room. This is your invite to a garden of delight. Address: 47 Moo 1 Lagoon Road, Laguna Hotels Entrance, Chengtalay, Phuket

Phuket Fantasea

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“The Best Spa In Southeast Asia”

Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My first feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of 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 to 4 hours. Each package has a specific purpose and can be selected to suit your lifestyle or the way you feel on the day. These herbal recipes and procedures have been handed down through generations and are totally free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colouring. Some of the herbs and spices are grown in Sukko’s own herb garden and picked just for your treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be.

I was pampered with the “Be Balanced” package; a 3-hour experience that left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This 3-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 Sukko Synergy Body Massage (see description opposite).

“Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling?” my therapist asked me from time to time. “Mmm…perfect…” were the only responses that seemed to suit how I felt.

Sukko Spa’s restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique concept: "Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Elements". For those who want to exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of fitness opportunities, including ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ (the hermit self stretching), a traditional Thai exercise or, for something more strenuous, try ‘Thai Martial Arts’, a traditional and effective art of self-defense.

Signature treatment Sukko Synergy Body Massage 120 minutes, THB 3,100++ Sukko Synergy Body Massage is performed by hands, using finger pressure on energy points and smooth strokes along energy lines.

During the movements of the massage, the moleclues of essential oils in Sukko elegant aromatic massage oils will be absorbed through the skin and into the bloodstream to benefit the nervous system and other parts of the body while vitamins and minerals – rich silky base oils – nourish the skin. Weak points in the body are retreated, headaches and muscular tension are reduced, skin conditions are improved and concentration and energy levels are increased. All body, mind and spirit are brought to the balance and in harmony.

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.

Daily 10am – 10pm : +66 76 263222 www.sukkospa.com sukko@sukkospa.com facebook.com/sukkospa

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Kwang Rd.

SPA & BEAUTY

Sukko Cultural Spa

To Phuket Town

To Airport Big-C

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Central Festival

Chao-fa West Rd. To Kathu

Island Furniture & The Courtyard

To Chalong

SUKKO SPA

Atmanjai Wellness Spa SPA & BEAUTY

More than a massage… a journey to heal the body, relax the mind and free the spirit.

Atmanjai is the perfect restorative adventure to release stress and fatigue.

Loving service is our 1st technique

Some treatments & packages

If you are a traveller looking for more than the usual massage and spa treatment, Atmanjai is a haven offering the exact restorative and rejuvenating treatments and programmes you have been seeking.

Thai Treat Package: 90 minutes, THB 2,250 incl all taxes • Aroma Salt Scrub (30 minutes) • Thai or Aromatherapy Massage (60 minutes) Finish with a fresh to order Organic Tropical Juice to revitalize you

In order to best serve you, we take excellent care of our staff, so that they are in the best possible state of health and happiness – you will feel the difference. Services at Atmanjai can be enjoyed from as little as one hour to as long as one month. Our intention is to provide your body exactly what it needs in order for you to optimize your relaxation, energy, clarity and health.

Our spa offers a full range of services, including; massage, scrubs, wraps, manicure, pedicure, waxing, yoga and colon cleansing. Before or after your visit we invite you to enjoy relaxing in our beachfront pool.

After spa treatments, many of our clients appreciate the opportunity to relax in our beachfront bar which serves a range of made to order fresh, organic juices and smoothies. The poolside SuperNatural Restaurant has a menu that offers a wide range of raw vegan, Thai, seafood and western dishes – something to please everyone.

Refresh & Rejuvenate Package: 180 minutes, THB 4,900 incl all taxes • Walnut Salt Scrub (30 minutes) • Thai or Aromatherapy Massage (90 minutes) • Algotherm Facial (60 minutes) Finish with a fresh to order Organic Tropical Juice to revitalize you Happy & Healthy Package: 4 hours, THB 5,900 incl all taxes • Far Infra Red Sauna + Ozone (30 minutes) • Thai or Aromatherapy Massage (90 minutes) • Ion Cleanse for toxin release (30 minutes) • Algotherm Body Wrap (90 minutes) Delicious and nutritious lunch in our beachfront SuperNatural Restaurant

Whether you visit for an hour, half a day or a full day, your visit to Atmanjai can leave you feeling like you have been on holiday for a week, it’s really that relaxing and restorative.

We accept a limited number of clients for our spa and wellness programmess. This ensures high quality service and a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere.

Daily 9am – 9pm : +66 89 650 6827 Friendship Beach Resort 27/1 Soi Mittrapap, Viset Rd., Rawai, Phuket 83130 bookings@atmanjai.com www.atmanjai.com

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To Naiharn i Sa

Soi Mittraphap

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Atmanjai Friendship Beach

120 G4

To Airport

Chalong Circle

a Yu

To Rawai

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To Phuket City

Viset Rd Serenity Terraces Tesco Lotus

To Chalong Pier RAWAI BEACH

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SUKKO CULTURAL SPA

Tachapon Tephabutr What was behind your decision to set up your business in Phuket and why this particular business? Sukko was established in 2005 with a vision to present Thai culture to the world, while also fulfilling the needs of Phuket's tourism industry.

Where are you from? Being a true Phuket local is in part what inspired me to start Sukko − as a window here in our home to display the pride of Thai wisdom through professional spa management.

What’s special or different about Sukko? What are its unique points? Sukko’s treatments are developed on the basis of ancient Thai medicinal knowledge, guided by the standards and ethics of certified traditional Thai doctors and herbalists.

With herbal recipes handed down through generations, we can ensure that products our guests experience during this period of cleansing and relaxation are free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colours, meeting each individual's needs.

Delivering these treatments are certified therapists, all of whom have undergone 800 hours of training from the Sukko Spa Academy, certified by the Thai Ministry of Education.

Our dedication to provide the ultimate experience has led Sukko to win numerous prestigious awards: Platinum Thai Spa World Class 2011 (Certified by Ministry of Public Health), Thailand Tourism Award 2009-2010 Award for Excellence in Health Tourism (Kinaree Awards), Hospitality Asia Platinum Award for Excellence ‘Thailand Spa of the Year 2008-2010’ and ‘The Best in South East Asia Signature Day Spa 2008-2010’.

What are the main challenges as they relate to your work? Our challenge is to deliver the best service so that our guests are able to bring home the best experience of Thai hospitality and culture.

This is achieved through focusing on our team’s human resources development, enabling Sukko to grow in all aspects and to ensure that we provide an experience of absolute happiness. .…and what are the biggest difficulties you have to overcome?

Weathering the tourism industry crisises arising from natural disasters and political unrests.

Marketing is obviously an important part of every business – what is your approach to marketing Sukko to your target? The best marketing is word of mouth arising from true quality. It is the most genuine and effective form of marketing.

What do you like most about what you do now? When our guests take home with them happiness and good memories from the experience we provide.

What do you (and the business) hope or expect to achieve within the next 3-5 years? To put spa experience on the list of must dos on every visit to Phuket and to propel Phuket’s spa experience onto the map of the world’s spa destinations.

What do you see as your biggest successes to date? The great feedback from our customers and the many prestigious awards that we have received.

Is Sukko involved in any CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) programmes? If so, please outline briefly. We believe that as a business operating in Phuket, it is crucial that we live as a part of the community and positively contribute to the development of our home. Since our conception, Sukko has been continuously involved with numerous yearly CSR activities such as blood donation and mangrove tree planting outings, as well as numerous donations to causes with our staff and friends of Sukko. Most recently we have been working with the Red Cross and Phuket municipal prison to provide a course on foot massage to equip inmates with occupational skills.

How would you describe your leadership style? The building of the team is the most important factor. A team with great members, each with their own proficiency is the key. My role is only that of a conductor bringing together a beautiful song.

What is your over-riding ambition at this stage in your life? To facilitate the growth of Thai spa industry on a world-wide stage.

For further information about Sukko Cultural Spa 5/10 Moo 3, Chaofa-West Rd., Muang, Phuket www.sukkospa.com

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SONGKRAN IN PHUKET

Songkran in Phuket No visitor who has ever been here during the month of April can have avoided coming into contact with the enchanting, hilarious, and occasionally exasperating and downright dangerous watery explosion of public celebration which is Songkran.

Thailand's most celebrated festival is Songkran – the Thai new year. It starts on April 13 and lasts for between three and ten days, depending on where you’re resident. For most, it’s lots of fun and an excuse to cool off at what is usually the hottest time of the year. However, there’s a deeper significance to Songkran which is rooted in our history and in our beliefs. Allow us to tell you about this.

Perhaps it will enhance your enjoyment of the event.

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The word Songkran is from the Sanskrit ‘Sangkranti’, which h means ‘to move upwards’ or ‘to be about to change’. On the eve of the festival, Thais spring clean their homes, symbolically expelling any bad luck from the old year and prepare for good fortune in the new. Food and otherr contributions are offered to the monks at the temple early on the morning of the 13th, after which there are ceremonial prayers. Water is also poured on the ground, or on the roots of an ancient tree, symbolising a blessing to ancestors.

Thais who have moved from their home towns always tryy to return to their families for Songkran and all forms of transport are booked solid. For this reason you should tryy to avoid travelling before, during or immediately after thee holiday, particularly by bus or train.

SONGKRAN IN PHUKET

In many town towns and villages, a Buddha image is carried in a processio procession through the streets and people sprinkle water upon it, to show their respect. In the southern provinces, villa village elders are invited to the temple and young people splash water on their heads, signaling their blessings of health and long life. The elders respond by wishing th the young, vigour, wealth and happiness.

In another delightful de custom, Thais visit their elderly relatives bring bringing them new clothes for the coming year.

a number of traditional activities to join as well. At the time of writing the full schedule of events had not yet been finalised, but confirmed activities include a meritmaking ceremony at Queen Sirikit park in Phuket City on the morning of April 13 and festivities at Saphan Hin park on each day of Songkran from 9am to 6pm. More sacred aspects of the festival that can be seen around the island include processions of Buddha images and ceremonies to pay homage to elders with scented lustral water.

Increasingly, urban u Thais have come to celebrate the holiday in a frenzy of water-throwing. Nobody is immune. One of my fondest memories of Songkran is of an immaculat immaculately uniformed policeman (they’re normally very much on their dignity) smiling good-naturedly as he paused to empty water from his highly polished boots. Unfortu Unfortunately these high jinks can get out of hand. Motoris Motorised gangs equipped with high pressure water cannon cannons, iced water and lots of enthusiasm, would get each othe other (and anybody else) wet, in running battles throug through the streets. Unfortunately, speeding traffic, wet roads roa and alcoholic bravado make for a dangerous cocktail. co In the recent past the holidays have been marred by tragic loss of life and injury. Inevitably the authorities authoritie have had to move in to safeguard people.

Forget about getting anywhere on these days without getting soaked, especially if you’re on a motorbike. And no one’s immune to a drenching, not even officials on duty. There really is no way of avoiding a soaking, unless you stay in your hotel.

Thailand’s New Year celebration is a wet and wild event throughout the country, but the Phuket version is the most international and perhaps the most boisterous of all. Tourists, expats and Thais alike arm themselves to the teeth with water guns, powder and buckets and let loose for three days of heavy dousing (and, it must be said, some heavy drinking too). Water battles take place along all the main roads throughout the island, and pickup trucks turn into roving water-war vehicles overloaded with people who splash everyone they pass by as they cruise the soggy streets.

Patong is host to the most frenzied Songkran celebrations, while Phuket City comes in at a close second. In addition to days of street parties, there are

Our advice is, ‘If you can’t beat them, join them.’ Don’t forget to put wallets, mobile 'phones, cigarettes, lighters etc in a plastic bag.

Contact details Tourism Authority of Thailand Phuket office +66 76 212213. www.tat.or.th/phuket.

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Choice of Floor Plans Plunge Tropic Villas is inspired by the dream to have a tropical villa where the indoor and outdoor spaces merge to become one….

Spacious indoor living areas flow smoothly to grand outdoor terraces with both sunny and shaded areas surrounding the infinity edge pool with relaxing Jacuzzi and romantic Waterfall. We offer the choice of 1, 2 or 3 bedroom villas plus a wheelchair plan. Each villa offers 188 sq. m. to 235 sq. m. with Teak Vaulted Ceilings, Solid Wood Floors, private Attached Carports, built-in Wardrobes, Walk-in Closets and wide opening doors that give each villa a feeling of grand open spaces, yet at a price far below current market value. Plunge Tropic Villas satisfies the high demand for a reasonably priced villa with exceptional quality.

Investment Combining this prime location with value pricing and exceptional construction quality guarantees you long term capital appreciation

and high rental returns. For investors, holiday home buyers, or long stay residents, we offer a complete range of property management and rental options to suit everyone’s needs.

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With prices starting at 5.9 million baht, we dare you to compare our Quality, Location and Investment Value. Come and see our Show Villa or contact us now to take advantage of our introductory pricing.

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Coco Kamala PROPERTY CHOICE

Concept: Coco Kamala − a new luxurious lifestyle development on Phuket’s cosmopolitan west coast, providing luxury tropical residences at affordable prices.

This exclusive, low-density private tropical estate consists of just 27 pool villas in a modern tropical contemporary style, with accents and hints of the local culture woven into the architectural details. We call this “natural opulence”; a feeling derived from the high ceilings and full length doors creating natural light and ventilation constructed to a practical design, whilst retaining key aesthetic form − and all within a short distance of stunning tropical beaches.

Price Range: Prices start from 6.89 million baht to 12.49 million baht.

About the Developer: Our development company Con-F is

to manage your vacation home from a distance we have created a dedicated villa management service team.

We offer a more maintenance-orientated service, Villa Management, designed to keep your vacation home in optimum condition for you and your guests. We also offer a rental programme that is offered in two categories: holiday rentals or long-term rentals, to maximize your financial return on your investment

Location: Coco is located in Kamala on the cosmopolitan and exclusive west coast of Phuket, just 30 minutes from Phuket International airport. Kamala offers a central location with easy access to beaches, shopping, golf and water sports. There is a huge selection of restaurants and nightlife to suit every taste and budget.

The exclusive west coast beaches are minutes away and the Party City of Patong is just 15 minutes drive south along the coast.

managed and operated by some of the most experienced architects, engineers and construction teams in the region. We are able to ensure the highest quality, flexibility and tight cost control because our dynamic and innovative group provides the majority of technical services "in house”. To date we have an extensive portfolio of over 30 completed projects spanning the last 10 years.

Our philosophy is to develop exciting, high quality lifestyle property and related services to ensure stress free investment opportunities for our buyers.

Protecting and managing your Investment: We pride ourselves on being able to provide valuable after-sales services and to this end we have created a range of services to help you manage and protect your investment. Since we understand that it can be difficult

Contacts Sales Office: 8/62 Moo 3, T. Cherng Talay, A. Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 91 229 4070 : +66 76 324293 sales@cocovilla.net www.cocovilla.net

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Evatown Resort

Concept: Our concept is to create an affordable practical home that “makes every day feel like a holiday”. The volume of space in our design ensures a feeling of freedom and space, while high ceilings and full height doors that open onto tropical landscaped gardens allow natural light and excellent ventilation. The calming, generously sized infinity edge swimming pools provide that decadent element of luxury.

Taking care of your Investment: Having delivered you a high quality property we are also here to help you manage your investment. Our services include a comprehensive management that includes a villa rental programme that can generate valuable additional income. To participate we use standard furniture packages.

Details can be provided by our sales team.

The Buying Process: Once you elect to purchase your villa we ask

Our Villas: We offer a choice of villas ranging in size between 106213sqm, at a price range of between 4.9 to 8 million baht.

Recreational facilities within the development will include a clubhouse with fitness centre surrounded by lush tropical gardens. We also offer 24-hour security with CCTV cameras, and a Smart card entry system.

you to complete a simple reservation form and pay a reservation deposit. We will then issue an easy to understand contract. For your comfort and peace of mind we always recommend that you select one of the many lawyers based on the island to review the details of the agreement.

Location: Located in peaceful Soi Pa Lai, on the south-east coast of Phuket Island. Close to many delightful seafood restaurants and near Chalong Pier and Marina. Just a short distance away, you can enjoy the beauty of Rawai, Nai Harn, Kata and Karon beaches. Within easy reach of fabulous department stores such as Central Festival Phuket, Tesco Lotus and Villa Market.

About the Developer: Eva Group is already recognised as a leading developer in Phuket’s ultra competitive property market. We continue to design, construct and deliver inspired quality properties at affordable prices. Our innovative young team skillfully blends the latest engineering techniques and new construction materials to create flexible solutions for our growing client base. We pride ourselves on setting the benchmark for quality, innovation and value and are committed to the long term.

Contacts Eva Group 25/453 Moo.5, Rutchada, Muang, Phuket 83000 : +66 88 762 3848 sales@evaphukettown.com www.evaphukettown.com

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Eva Beach

by eva group PROPERTY CHOICE

Location: Set on the beach front, all units offer uninterrupted sea

Design & Construction: Phase 1. All beach front villas are under

and island views of the south east coast of Phuket. Villas are surrounded by lush landscaping and natural rocks to the rear. Enjoy only the sound of the sea and a calming breeze from all floors. It is a short distance to various restaurants, shopping malls, daily fresh seafood market, international schools and one of the best beaches of the island, Nai Harn Beach. The project is centrally located between two 5-star resorts, Evason Phuket and Vijitt. Easy access to the near by islands with wide choice of white sandy beaches and Chalong pier.

construction. Villas delivered by July 2012 are available. Show unit is available for inspection. Phase 2, sea view villas, construction started October 2011. 30 years construction guarantee.

Price Range: This 22 villas beach front development offers three design types with 3 - 4 bedrooms. The villas cover 485 sqm - 596 sqm of built up area and 310 - 385 sqm of living space. Prices range from 32.6 up to 46.7 million Baht.

Specification: The developer has put a lot attention on quality building and finishes. All materials are long lasting and low maintenance cost. Teak wood, natural rock, Italian marble, imported Belgium windows and doors, German sanitary items, smart electric control, special Japanese sand spray paint, video call system are standard. The project was created to be environmentally friendly and gives a lot of possibilities for outdoor activities.

Contacts Sales Office: Soi Friendship, Rawai : +66 89 588 1919 : +66 88 756 0382 sales@thai-evagroup.com www.thai-evagroup.com

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Kata Rocks

Location: Kata Rocks is located directly on the oceanfront of Phuket's favoured West Coast, giving stunning sunset views of the Andaman Sea and picturesque Ko Phu island.

The development lies between two of Thailand's most beautiful beaches. It is within walking distance of one of Phuket's most exclusive areas, Kata Point which has some of the island's finest restaurants, cafes, bars, shops and beach clubs.

Kata Rocks has won 16 international property awards, including World’s Best Apartment.

Within the Sky Villas, smart home technology allows owners to change the lighting, close the blinds, alter the air conditioning, order room service, book spa treatments and activities and enter the central entertainment server with its thousands of films and albums.

Price Range: All 34 Sky Villas have stunning infinity pools with uninterrupted sunset views and range in size from 1 – 4 bedrooms.

With over 70% now sold, prices start at Baht 36m for last few remaining Villas.

Concept: With a sleek modern design, Kata Rocks has been built to the highest standards, providing the space and seclusion of a private residence and the benefits of a luxury, boutique resort.

The Sky Villas nestle within the natural topography of the surrounding rock features, creating a development that is both in harmony with its location and a thoroughly modern example of tropical design.

Resort facilities include an oceanfront restaurant, bar and pool, a luxury spa and wellness centre and a state-of- the-art fitness room.

Contacts Kata Rocks Co., Ltd : +66 80 533 3330 info@katarocks.com www.katarocks.com

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Anchan Villas PROPERTY CHOICE

Location: The Anchan Villas site was chosen with care to ensure residents enjoy the peace and tranquillity of a secluded neighbourhood with the convenience and prestige of residing in one of Phuket’s upcoming residential areas, where everything needed for comfortable living is nearby.

Anchan Villas are situated in the surrounding neighbourhoods of Laguna Village, one of the islands most desirable residential areas. The pristine sands of Bang Tao Beach are nearby and Phuket International Airport is just a short drive away.

Price Range: Prices range from 23 - 42.7 million baht.

Concept: Nestled in one of Phuket's most prestigious residential areas against a dramatic mountainous backdrop are nine uniquely exclusive yet affordable single storey villa style homes, each with its own private pool in a gated community.

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

Space: Anchan Villas are designed to be specious and airy in an attractive and practical layout. The built up areas start from 515 - 1,135 sqm. and rest on plot sizes from 768-1,573 sqm. The master bedroom is separated from the main living room. Our standard house plan offers a large swimming pool of 14.5m x 5m and a large wooden terrace connected to the living room, master bedroom and garage. The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are separated to enjoy their own private garden.

Anchan Villas are well designed, using only high standard materials and were nominated as “HIGHLY COMMENDED” Best villa Development (Phuket) Thailand Property Awards 2012.

Design & Construction: Luxurious 3 bedroom villas in a tranquil gated community comprise the Anchan Villa neighbourhood, developed by Pearl Island Property Co., Ltd. Anchan Villas was conceived for discerning home owners and property investors seeking a second home in the tropics in a secure neighbourhood. Services provided by the project’s management ensure residents enjoy well maintained common areas and legal assistance in buying a villa. These contemporary stylish homes are built to high international standards using the best possible construction materials and are especially designed for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in the tropics.

Management: The Anchan Villas community is managed by an experienced residential management company. Management services extended to residents include legal assistance in ensuring a smooth transition in purchasing and moving into a villa; maintenance of Anchan Villas common areas, including street lighting, gardening, general repairs an 24-hour security. Villa rental management is also offered to home owners who want a return on their investment by renting out their home while they are away.

Contacts Pearl Island Property Co., Ltd. Khun Joop Saetiw, Sales Director : +66 81 797 0552 38/2 Moo 6, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 76 362600-1 : +66 76 362602 info@anchanvillas.com www.anchanvillas.com

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88 Land & Houses Hillside Phuket

Location: 88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket is set in a truly central

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

location with convenient access to many destinations and just 15 minutes from Phuket City. A number of white sandy beaches are close by – Nai Harn, Rawai, Kata and Karon all ideal for swimming – plus a number of famous tourists spots. Easy access to major department stores such as Central Festival, Tesco Lotus, Big C, Index Living Mall and Home Pro Village make shopping easy and convenient. Schools, universities and hospitals are also within easy reach and a direct route to Phuket international Airport makes for easy commuting.

namely a park on the hillside with a panoramic viewpoint, featuring a children's playground, a swimming pool and a gym. In terms of security, we keep the estate safe 24 hours with a key card and CCTV system.

Price Range: Prices start from an affordable 6.9 million Baht.

Concept: Tropical serenity is the theme of 88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket; the houses are meant to exude a sense of relaxation as if you were staying in a resort every day. Branding the project “88”, all houses, will have a number beginning with “88”.

88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket strived to provide a house that feels like a resort gateway, wherein dwellers can rest and relax, away from the hustle and bustle and in tune with the hillside location.

We try our best to make sure that once you step into the house, you will feel as if you are walking into a garden in a mini forest. Right from the arch at the entrance to the estate, we use large trees for the main structure so that true relaxation begins there − and we go the extra mile to preserve the natural vegetation while landscaping the estate.

Coming into 88 Land and Houses Hillside Phuket should instantly give the feeling of escape from the chaos outside after a long day at work.

Providing a peaceful escape that is luxurious and convenient is the main goal. This project is available for only 100 families only.

Specification: This project occupies a space and there are 3 more Modern Tropical designs of houses to suit. Topaz has 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms in 170 sqm, Sapphire has 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms in 201 sq.m., and Jasper has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms in 272 sqm where the 4th bedroom is on the ground floor (which can be adapted to be a small office). They are all designed especially for the slope of the hillside, categorised into ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ style.

Every house is constructed under the theme of ‘Baan Sabai’ (comfy house) of Q-con light weight concrete panels, solar reflective tinted glass windows to lower temperature in the house, bathrooms where the wet and dry areas are clearly separated, separate cold and roomtemperature pantry rooms, air-con in every bedroom, water treatment, water pump and water tank underground − and a finished garden.

About the Developer: Land and Houses is a real estate company of choice for over 30 years with an enviable reputation for providing high quality homes in beautifully maintained surroundings which are ideal for families and couples.

Contacts 88 Land & Houses Sales Office 88/1 Moo 5, Chaofa Road West, Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130 : +66 76 521888, +66 76 383888 : +66 76 521555 info@lhphuket.com www.lhphuket.com

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Karon Butterfly PROPERTY CHOICE

Location: Karon Butterfly Condominium is located on the hills that surround Karon, only 400 metres from the beach and shopping areas.

Within a few minutes, you can reach restaurants, entertainment centres and the beautiful beaches of Patong, Kata and Kata Noi. There are also three golf courses within a short driving distance.

Price Range: The company can offer to the customer a variety of apartment sizes and prices: • Flowers Unit apartment (Building E) start from 3 million Baht • Butterfly apartment (Building F and G) from 1 to 2 bedrooms, start from 4.9 million Baht.

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

Specification: At the end of February 2010, the first phase of the project was completed: • Building F with 9 apartments from 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and living room on the ground floor all with exclusive gardens and portico - arcade (now available one unit), the first and second floor units all have a balcony with seaview (sold).

• Building G with 7 apartments from 1 and 2 bedrooms. Now available; 3 units on the ground floor with exclusive garden and portico – arcade price start from 4.9 million Baht • Facilities: 300 sqm swimming with jacuzzi (completed); restaurant, fitness and wellness centre (future construction).

The second phase of the project under construction is Building E and is composed of a different type of apartment called “Flower Unit”. They are apartments on three levels from 35 to 64 sqm and consist of a kitchen

corner with one bedroom (some units in open plan) with balcony.

Behind the bedroom is located the bathroom with shower toilet and sink. To access the first and second floor apartments there is a staircase leading to the covered gangway. The Flower Unit has sea-view or garden-view. The price starts from 3 million Baht.

About The Designers: The Italian Studio of Architecture STArg (Studio Tecnico Associato Architetti Rubelli e Gussago) (info@starg.it) has worked together with Thai Architects SRYT IKON STUDIO (sryt@ windowslive.com) to design the project and to follow the construction.

See www.starg.it for details of other projects undertaken.

The construction company is the KMIT. The owner Khun Kovit Chankong, together with his professional team, is well experienced in the construction and renovation of Luxury Project Villas, Residential Luxury Villas, Complex Apartments, Commercial/Office Buildings, etc.

With the ethics of engineering professionals, they are committed to offer a professional service to our clients. "SAFETY" is our prime principle together with the "SATISFACTION" of our clients.

KMIT Construction Services 188/36 Moo 4, T. Thepkrasattri A. Thalang, Phuket 83100 Tel/Fax: +66 (0)76 313048 Mobile: +66 (0)81 652 0795 info@kmitconstruction.com www.kmitconstruction.com

Contacts SUER Real Estate Co., Ltd Patak Rd., Karon, Muang, Phuket 83100 : +66 86 471 3791 : +66 81 892 0247 Pok 089 973 1863. sales@karonbutterfly.com Gianluca 084 923 2953. margianlu@hotmail.it info@karonbutterfly.com www.karonbutterfly.com

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The Aspasia Phuket

Location: Located on the northern peninsular of one of the most

Space: The Aspasia’s double tiered swimming pool reflects the

precious bays on Phuket, Kata Beach.

natural waterfall sound of the rainforest. The development also hosts a good quality restaurant, spa and gym.

Price range: A one bedroom A two bedroom A three bedroom

75 sqm 9.5 million baht 210 sqm 20 million baht 380 sqm 90 million baht

Concept: The only development on the island of its kind. The Aspasia has been designed to blend in with the sea, sky and the luscious vegetation.

Specification: 1 bedroom with living room, kitchen and balcony 75 sqm.

2 bedroom with living room, kitchen and balcony 210 sqm.

3 bedroom with living room, kitchen, movie room and balcony 340 sqm.

Contacts 1/3 Laem Sai Road, Kata Beach, Karon Sub-District, Muang, Phuket 83100 : +66 76 333033 : +66 76 333035 info@aspasiaphuket.com www.aspasiaphuket.com

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The Accenta Phuket PROPERTY CHOICE

Location: A 2 minute walk will bring you down to the northern part

Specification: Two types of units, single bedroom with kitchen,

of Kata Beach, a beach that is not too crowded.,

living room and balcony or a three bedroom with plunge pool on the balconies.

Kata village is only a 5 minutes stroll away, where a wide selection of shops, restaurants and bars are to be found.

Price Range: Sea view apartments from 9 million baht to 46 million baht.

Concept: A tropical dream. During the day enjoy the views of the sea eagles gliding above the trees and beach, or watch the sunbirds feasting on the nectar from the flowers on the terrace.

In the evening sit on the terrace while watching the stars and the falling stars, and the only sound you hear is the sea and the cicadas.

Space: Common area: In the common area a lap pool (22m) together with a gym with superb seaview.

There is a private parking spot to the apartment. Full hotel service (cleaning, laundry, room service, restaurant etc.) is available if required, by a well functioning management company.

Contacts 1/20 Laem Sai Road, Kata Beach, Karon Sub-District, Muang, Phuket 83100 : +66 76 333033 : +66 76 333035 info@accentaphuket.com www.accentaphuket.com

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Vista del Mar Sh

Location: Vista del Mar development offers a unique lifestyle and investment opportunity in a truly stunning location – in Naithon, one of the best and unspoiled beaches of Phuket, on Naithon’s ‘Golden Mile’, neighbouring several multimillion-dollar developments.

Vista del Mar pool villas are carefully nestled on the hilly slope overlooking Naithon between 30 - 70 metres above sea level offering superb sea and sunset views from each villa, just 600 metres from the sea and only 15 minutes from Phuket airport via a scenic hillside road.

Price Range: Vista del Mar is the only new sea view villa development in this price range, from 35 million baht, in the luxury property sector on Phuket West coast.

Concept: The stylish contemporary design of Vista del Mar was inspired by the great American architect Frank Lloyd Right and his iconic ‘Fallingwater House’. Villas completely open out to a stunning sea and sunset view, and the lush hills behind the villas offer a cooling shade and a shelter…

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The lower floor of the villa is perfect for hosting guests with a separate living/home theatre area and three bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and large private terrace.

Design and Construction: The villas are delivered on a turn-key basis, with stylish contemporary interior decor, air-conditioning, European style sanitary ware, state-of-the-art kitchen appliances, built-in furniture and landscaping.

Vista del Mar offers a rare opportunity of creating a personalized design of your own dream home.

About the Developer: Vista del Mar has harnessed the talents of its truly international development team with more than 20 years of extensive international experience, ranging from housing projects in Canada, Switzerland and Finland to resorts in South East Asia to very successful chic developments here in Phuket.

Management: Villa owners will enjoy full management and rental services, security (24/7), satellite TV and broadband Internet, a children’s playground and Vista del Mar Beach Club with a restaurant right on Naithon Beach.

Space: Vista Del Mar villas are 400 to 700 sqm over two levels. An alluring Feng Shui entrance with waterfalls leads from a covered car park directly to the upper (main) level of your villa. Here you find 12x4 metres private infinity swimming pool, spacious master bedroom, open space kitchen, dining and living areas, all with a fabulous sea view.

Contacts Vista del Mar Phuket 15 Moo 4, Naithon, Sakhu, Thalang, Phuket 83110 : +66 84 840 7624 : +66 76 273051 sales@vistadelmarphuket.com www.vistadelmarphuket.com

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The Charm Residence PROPERTY CHOICE "Closest Beach Condominium" in Patong

Location: The Charm Residence is the closest condominium to the beach in Patong, Phuket's best-known beach, making the resort special. Patong Beach has virtually no other developments that are within 50 metres to the beach and are available for outright ownership, making this a unique opportunity for investors. The location will not only strengthen the ability to rent the units once completed, but will also strengthen the potential for capital growth as there are few locations that are as close to the beach as this project. Since the project is located at the northern end of Patong Beach it is only minutes away from the entertainment/shopping/ restaurant district, which make up the heart of Patong, but is still at the quiet end of the beach with less noise and less traffic.

project. High quality finishing of the common areas and resort amenities plus the interiors of the units makes this a high quality development.

Specification: The Charm Residence offers 3 main styles of units: pool access unit, standard unit and duplex unit. The individual units have large beds and wardrobes, pantry and dining facilities, spacious bathrooms with bathtubs and showers, a lounge area with a couch and entertainment center with writing desk. The furnishings have been carefully selected to ensure ease of maintenance and longevity.

The development is easily accessed off of the main "beach road" (Thaveewong Road).

The location is ideal for families, retirees and couples alike.

Price Range: Prices start from 5.9 million baht to 16.8 million baht.

Concept: The Charm Residence is seen by its attention to detail in the design components of the resort, including the tropical architecture and the contemporary interior decor. The Interior decor has Asian influences mixed with contemporary design elements, which are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.

Space: The common areas of the development such as the infinity rooftop pool and sun deck add value to the properties within the

Contacts 200/24 Patong Beach Front Road, Patong, Kathu 83150 : +66 76 344499 : +66 76 344944 info@thecharmphuket.com www.thecharmphuket.com

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RAWAI: This spectacular villa, valued at 78m Baht, offers amazing views. With flawless interior design, 4 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, a gym, staff quarters and more, this must be the finest sea-view villa in Rawai / Nai Harn.

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RAWAI: A well designed ultra-modern 2-bedroom home in a quiet area of Rawai.

One of 6 properties now completed. Ideal as a second home or for holiday rental income. Local beaches and amenities are just minutes away.

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RAWAI: Island Views: This 2-bedroom resale unit of 190 sqm is one of the best within the Serenity Resort & Residences in Rawai. Fully furnished and ready to move in, the resort is offering a 6% guaranteed rental return.

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KATA NOI: 1-, 2- & 3-bed sea-view pool penthouses for short or long-term rent and sale. Conveniently located very close to Kata Noi beach and all nearby amenities. No need for car rental to enjoy a great holiday!

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KATA: A spectacular 3-bedroom private pool villa-condo with stunning views over Kata Bay from the huge living area. Fully furnished and equipped. Long-term rentals at 250,000 Baht per month, low season.

Please enquire for short-term rates.

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KAMALA: Conveniently located at walking distance to Kamala Beach and only 10 minutes drive to Patong, this project focuses on a refreshing design trend that brings forth lush greenery and healthy living. Show unit available!

KAMALA: Set within a residential area, this compound now under construction will offer a tranquil and private environment in which owners will enjoy peaceful lifestyle.

Access to the beach is only a few minutes walk away!

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KATA: Located on Kata Beach, our information point allows you to have all your property related questions answered. Computers and wifi have been made available free of charge, for your convenience.

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Luxury Seaview Condominium

Location The View is conveniently located on a private elevated position overlooking the three cosmopolitan beaches of Kata, Karon and Kata Noi, on the prestigious western sunset coastline of Phuket, only about 800m away from the beach and just 45 minutes drive south of Phuket International Airport.

Kata district is home to pristine beaches, high quality restaurants, cafés, spas and banks with a pace of life generally considered to be quiet and relaxed. For those searching for more frenetic nightlife or shopping, the town of Patong is just 12 minutes drive north. Beautiful Chalong Bay with its marina and expatriate supermarkets is 10 minutes drive to the east with historical Phuket Town 15 minutes drive further east.

Concept The name for our development was conceived from its natural surroundings, perched high on a lush tropical hillside overlooking a pristine bay. This exclusive low density estate of just 53 condominium units has been designed for discerning buyers that appreciate the difference between a product that simply offers “a view”, and those that appreciate the optimum, namely “The View”.

Our architects have also drawn inspiration from nature to produce a simple yet stunning building form that is modeled on the shape and mass of ocean waves. The cleverly arranged tiers of units and blocks represent the graceful curve of a wave and its continual movement.

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Architectural Style “Living with Vision�

The low-density, low-rise architectural style is a modern tropical contemporary design with strong and deliberate emphasis employed to maximise the view, whilst protecting personal privacy. Careful selection of appropriate materials helps to ensure the practicality and durability of the construction without compromising the aesthetic or function of the units.

Each block is constructed in light bright white allowing excellent natural light, whilst the generous windows and full height doors allow optimum ventilation reducing reliance on air conditioning and maintaining our commitment to greener sustainable development. The Wellness Center with spa, fitness gym and sauna is part of the facilities, as well as the restaurant and two swimming pools.

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for money. The units are designed to achieve both significant rental returns and capital growth.

Strength Based Development Team Our team is a strength-based structure with each member regarded as top tier specialists within their respective functions. Our contractors DCM have successfully completed a number of high quality developments that are regularly used as the benchmark of quality amongst the developer community in both Phuket and around Thailand.

Carefully selected consultants, each with key local and international technical knowledge, augment the core team to ensure the delivery of excellence in our finished product.

We offer a wide range of high quality sea view units ranging in size from our generous one-bedroom units at 116sqm to our opulent six-bedroom penthouses at 674sqm.

Our highly competitive pricing for these condominium units starts from just 11.5 million Thai Baht, proving that there are still opportunities to invest in high quality real estate and secure value

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Brand new love affair for property Call it one of my indulgences but I love going to the mall. Sure you can reach out for catcalls like materialism, shopaholic or the horrible evils of modern day consumerism. Frankly I could care less what people think.

Of course there are different types of retail offerings much like say…religions. No one size fits all and they range from luxury offerings, to discount hypermarts all the way to specialty offerings of fashion or technology. Don’t forget the food court though.

One key driver of demand in the modern mall experience is the virtual retail Wikipedia of brands. From A to Z, a mantra of more is better. Big names inherently have curb appeal and remain magnetic in the appeal. This is not dissimilar to movies, when you have a top rated starring cast; the odds are more slanted toward wider appeal.

Reality checks are always good and frankly speaking would you rather lounge in the shopping jungle which has Versace, Louie Vuitton and Armani or be surrounded by names that seem like poor second cousins.

As Asia and the East becomes the new West, with a rising middle class of aspirational buyers, brands continue to have a fascination for these rising stars. Be it cars, phones, clothes or just about anything. Lately in the region real estate developers are tapping into the source that brands will attract more buyers and obtain premium pricing.

Hotels were first in the game, and same prime example here in Phuket have been Banyan Tree and Amanpuri.

Taking a wider horizon, be it Singapore with the RitzCarlton name, Bangkok’s St. Regis, Manila’s Raffles, the star power is continuing to mount.

Trump, Paris Hilton and Philippe Starck have sparked excitement and driven off plan real estate sales. Eager developers are now fastly tracking down celebrity affiliations as fast as possible.

We live in a world that continues to value up a name and familiar face. I’ve lost track of how many celebrity chef shower there are from Master Chef, Hell’s Kitchen, and Yes Chef to Top Chef. Hopefully the train is coming to end as how many ways you can use the word Chef. One trend we have yet to see in Asia though is real estate with kitchens designed celebrity chefs. But if Paris Hilton can inspire a condo project, anything is possible.

So in a nutshell is branded property leading the way or is the industry just tapping into the modern self-importance of a higher calling – i.e. brandspeak. Most likely it’s a bit of all and as in all trends, this too will pass.

For prospective buyers my key advice is don’t’ be blinded by the light. Gravitate to quality developments, with strong fundamental such as location, aspects, and design.

We all understand that every superstar has their day and long after the glitter fades, all you have left will be brick and mortar.

Going the extra step has been the Philippines were offerings attached to names like Donald

Bill Barnett is the Managing Director of Phuket-based C9 Hotelworks.

C9 is a leading Asian hospitality and property consulting firm.

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In stock Italian porcelain tiles and the highest quality European certified porcelain tiles from China, providing superior materials for home and office renovations as well as larger commercial, residential and condominium projects.

We offer a wide range of solutions to flooring requirements in pricing, whilst maintaining the same high standards of material performance and customer care.

After sales services include the supply of accessories and machinery for installation and finishing, and care & maintenance products.

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Babies Genius Phuket Babies Genius, a UK programme, is the No.1 child’s brain development centre The first three years of life are critical to a baby’s development. During these years the brain triples its weight and establishes thousands of billions of nerve connections.

• Babies Genius is playgroup programme from the UK, teaching through edutainment for children aged 6 months - 6 years.

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Trust Accounts, Deposits, Reservations, Purchase Monies and Sales Proceeds Keeping your monies safe - When does “Trust” really mean Trust?

In real estate transactions, but also in other transactions in Thailand, clients often place trust in their advisers, or a third party to take care of their monies pending completion of a transaction on a premise that they believe − or may have been led to believe − that their monies are ‘safe’. However, the true legal position in Thailand is not the same as many other jurisdictions that foreign clients, or Thai clients overseas, may be used to.

Examples of where the placing of monies in an adviser or other third party’s account may be where a client wishes to place a ‘deposit’ on a property, or wishes to bring monies into Thailand for a purchase, but does not have a bank account in Thailand, which is not unusual for many transactions involving foreigners, or wishes to make ‘staged payments’ to a contractor building a property − or simply wishes to use the account before splitting the monies to be paid to several different parties.

All clients should heed warnings on simply trusting their advisers or third parties with monies, in perhaps a mistaken belief that the monies are subject to specific regulation or safeguards. Many times it is simply the health and trustworthiness of the third party that governs the safety of the monies, and not any overriding protective legislation.

Real Escrow v Fake Escrow Escrow is a word that is so wide in its potential meaning that it can be used with the effect of misleading clients with regards to the legal status of their monies.

In Thailand, there is an Escrow Act of 2008, which in relation to real estate transactions was updated through ‘notification’ to clarify procedures relating to land. To use ‘real’ escrow in Thailand for a real estate transaction:

1. A licensed Escrow Agent must be appointed This costs the parties additional monies in terms of transaction fees, and the only potential licensed agents appear to be financial institutions (i.e. banks) whose procedures are generally not known for speed in relation to what may be a time sensitive real estate transaction.

2. The Land Office must be notified If the transaction involves the Land Office, then it must be notified of the transaction so that it does not transfer or register an interest, other than as specified under the Escrow Agreement. However, the Land Office has to ‘consult’ with the escrow agent and review the agreement. The potential issue here is that even if a transaction has been agreed, the Land Office could object or be unable to commit to interpreting a provision of the Escrow Agreement.

The potential solutions to these issues are: (a) place monies under a different legal regime in another country. Use the escrow mechanisms of that regime to govern release and receipt of the monies. (b) structure the transaction so that deposit monies and balance are paid on the same day. This is not always convenient or practical in a deal where properties need to be secured or taken off the market.

Law Firms; Lawyers; Advisory and Consultancy Companies’ Regulation In many jurisdictions, business people are used to a regime applying to their law firms or advisory and consulting firms relating to a ‘client account’. Client monies are placed in a ‘Client Account’ or ‘Trust Account’ which a governing body in that jurisdiction, such as a Law Society, regularly inspect and check for discrepancies. Even a mistaken transfer of a small sum of monies from a client account to an operational account can result in quite severe sanctions for lawyers and law firms. This provides clients with a security blanket of trust when depositing monies into law firm’s trust accounts.

In Thailand, Thai lawyers are subject to the rules of the Law Society of Thailand too, in addition to general law such as anti-corruption rules and other quite detailed provisions. Many firms, however, are not set up in a way where their bank accounts are inspected, audited or subject to any scrutiny at all in relation to the matter of client monies.

There are, of course, many exceptions to this rule, as some of the larger international firms have quite complicated, international methods of dealing with client monies in accordance with their global brand standards and practices. Other smaller firms may have IT systems and accounting systems, which are cleverly designed to ensure client monies are placed in a protected and transparent account. Some clients may, therefore, have only the ‘word’ or assurance of a firm that, if monies are placed into the firm’s account, they are safe. Any use of the word ‘trust’ must be interpreted as ‘trust on word’ as there is no Trust Law regime in Thailand. Once monies are in another person’s bank account, the monies belong to the bank but are subject to the call of the named person or entity that owns the account.

To be continued next issue with Trust Accounts, Deposits, Reservations...

This article was written by Desmond Hughes, of HughesKrupica, HughesKrupica Consulting Co. Ltd www.hugheskrupica.com International Legal Services Provider: Real Estate; Hospitality; Leisure.

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Things to do in Phuket Phuket. The international resort which has everything. For many people P their dream holiday on the island is all about beach, beach and more beach, fo followed by fine dining and late night partying. Who could blame them?

These days though, we find that visitors are increasingly adventurous and for this re reason we at ‘WINDOW on Phuket’ have put together a selection of more exotic and unusual activities. Enjoy yourselves.

Explore the island There are many companies who offer island tours and these are a convenient and inexpensive way of seeing more of your holiday destination. However, if you have the time why not rent a motorcycle or car, and do a little exploring on your own? Your hotel or tour guide will be able to give you a road map, but you can’t really get lost.

This is an island so if you keep going you’ll eventually get back where you started! Follow the winding coast roads and discover isolated beaches which you can have all to yourself.

Head inland and visit small farming communities where people still live in much the same way as they have for hundreds of years.

Please remember that you must wear a crash helmet on a motorcycle. For those of you who are visiting from Europe or the United States please also note that we drive on the left here!

Thailand's most celebrated festival is Songkran – the Thai new year. It starts on April 13 and lasts for between three and ten days, depending on where you’re resident. For most, it’s lots of fun and an excuse to cool off at what is usually the hottest time of the year.

A mass water throwing in Phuket is generally confined to a single day (13 April), and to specific zones − in Phuket City at Saphan Hin and at Rawai Beach, Kata/Karon Beaches, Nai Yang Beach, Surin Beach and Patong Beach, Songkran in Patong usually begins the evening before – April 12, when normal activities in the bars cease, and the world's biggest water carnival begins. If you’re staying in one of the tourist centres like Patong, there really is no way of avoiding a soaking, unless you stay in your hotel.

For more information on Songkran festival contact: Tourism Authority of Thailand Phuket office, Tel: 0-7621-1036 or visit website: www.tat.or.th/phuket. See page 48-49.

Motorcycle rentals start at 150 baht per day and small jeeps are available from 900 baht per day. If you rent for a week or longer you’ll be able to negotiate a better rate.

Join Songkran festival in Phuket No visitor who has ever been here during the month of April can have avoided coming into contact with the enchanting, hilarious, and occasionally exasperating and downright dangerous watery explosion of public celebration which is Songkran.

Phuket Butterfly Garden and Insect World This is a place of endless educational possibilities. Here you can learn more about the miraculous miniature world of insects and butterflies. Relax in the garden where there are literally thousands of butterflies filling the air or busy seeking pollen among the tropical blooms.

Located in Soi Paneung in the Sam Kong area, the garden is a five minute drive from Tesco Lotus. Take the road towards Phuket City and it’s on the left-hand side. There’s a large sign indicating the turning. Entrance for children under ten years is 150 baht, adults and kids over ten years pay 300 baht. Open daily from 9am until 5pm (last admission).

For more information ring +66 (0)76 210861 or visit www. phuketbutterfly.com.

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Our Services • Pest Control ISS Pest Control uses proprietary formulas of residual chemicals, gels, baits and fogging treatment to effectively control crawling and flying insects. All chemicals adopted by ISS Pest Control meet international safety standards. Whilst having a lasting effect, treatments are safe to the environment and to humans.

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Chemical control using baits, physical control in the from of traps and sticky boards are most commonly deployed. Glue traps are effective alternatives in areas where food sources are abundant and therefore weaken bait attraction. As part of our complete services, regular rodent control inspections are carried out to replace baits and reposition traps and arrange the discreet removal of trapped or dead rodents.

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• Landscaping Services With our skilled and motivated ISS staff, we can provide flexible solution that is adapted to every customer's needs. We can design and construct a wide range of Landscaping Service i.e. Design and Construction of Landscaping, Green Area Construction and Plant Relocation, Daily Maintenance tasks to clean and clear. The clients will obtain economies of scale by adding this service.

Often, time and resources are wasted because tasks are delegated to a range of different suppliers and partners. ISS Property Services can provide of a long list of services that contribute to optimising the value of a company’s property services budget. Our services can be combined in numerous ways, as selected services or as a complete solution focusing on resource optimisation, efficiency and systematic planning.

As a matter of fact, we can handle all tasks related to the physical environment in and around the premises with highly skilled employees as well as an extensive network of sub-contractors. Our objective is to contribute to the existing property investment by servicing the facilities optimally. ISS Property services is the single solution provider covering all property needs.

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