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5 Things to do in Phuket
Angsana Laguna Phuket
Something for Everyone at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Top Resorts in Phuket
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Editor’s Speak
ContentsSomething for Everyone at Angsana Laguna Phuket 4
5 Things to do in Phuket 7
Top Resorts in Phuket 8
Publisher Raymond Wong • [email protected]
Editor James Chen • [email protected]
Web Sam Soh • [email protected] Leung • [email protected]
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James ChenEditor, Asia Travel [email protected]
The December 26, 2004 tsunami left a deep scar in Phuket,
Thailand’s most popular beach destination. Caused by the 2004
Indian Ocean earthquake, the killer waves destroyed several highly
populated areas in Phuket, killing more than 5,300 people across
Thailand.
However, following strenuous recovery programs, in today’s
Phuket, there are no remaining signs of the devastation that the
tsunami caused. In fact, according to Thai Market Research firm,
Phuket 8 years later
C9 Hotelworks, by 2014, it is forecasted that there may potentially
be more than 5,665,593 million visitors to the island.
In this issue, we take a closer look at Phuket and the resorts to
stay at on your trip to the island.
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Something for Everyone at Angsana Laguna Phuket
Following extensive refurbishment totaling USD 30 million, the flagship property within Angsana Hotels and Resorts’ portfolio is now ready to welcome the public with all dining options and room categories fully operational. Opened on 1 December 2011, Angsana Laguna Phuket has ten different room categories offer a plethora of accommodation options for couples, honeymooners, families and those who just want to indulge in life’s greater pleasures.
Something for the Little OnesThe Tree House Kids Club is designed to give children aged one to 16 a mix of fun activities and learning opportunities. Offering generous play space over two storeys, it features its very own check-in area for little ones. The club features four separate areas linked by a covered walkway leading to a kid’s library, arts and crafts laboratory, and internet/video corner. Taking centre stage is a covered performance area where children have the opportunity to put their talent on parade. The Tree House Café, located on the second floor, serves a variety of all-time favourites from hot dogs and hamburgers to creamy milkshakes.
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The Tree House Kids Club also offers the opportunity for children to play with two baby elephants named Chokdee and Yindee who are housed in Laguna Phuket. Kids can take walks along the beach at Bang Tao Bay with the animals, or watch as they bathe in the Andaman Sea. For couples with kids, an extensive Kids Club with professionals is a must have for your peace of mind and also to ensure that your kids do not clamor for attention while you seek to spend some private time with your other half. With that out of the way, let the fun begin.
A Host of Epicurean DelightsGuests to Angsana Laguna Phuket literally have to stay for 3 nights to finish one round of the gastronomical adventures that await at the resort.
The all-day-dining restaurant, Market Place, exudes the charm of a traditional Thai street market and offers international cuisine. Located on a picturesque patio overlooking the lagoon, guests can sample dishes that take their inspiration from Indian, Middle Eastern, Southeast Asian, Japanese, European and Southern American culinary traditions.
Bodega & Grill offers premium char-grilled steaks in portions of up to 1.2 kilogrammes, roasted fish and seafood from a special wood-fired oven. The dishes are presented on large cast iron skillets resting on wooden platters. Guests may select their own steak knives from a distinctive selection featuring different designs for specific cuts of meat, adding to the restaurant’s unique dining experience.
Beachside restaurant Baan Talay features an authentic Thai menu utilising freshly-caught seafood fresh from the Andaman Sea. Large outdoor glass display cases house lobster, tiger prawns, crabs and other locally sourced seafood options.
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The resort’s beach club, XANA, is slated to open in April 2012. Featuring spacious sun lounges and plush daybeds, the beach club offers a fusion of Mediterranean and Thai cuisine. Other dining options include Poolside, for casual alfresco meals and Loy Krathong Bar for innovative cocktails. Just a five minute boat ride across the lagoon, Canal Bakery offers freshly baked pastries and breads, premium coffee, fresh juices, healthy yet delicious sandwiches and salads.
A Romantic Spa EscapadeThe new Angsana Spa embraces a tropical garden spa concept and features vibrant contemporary design. Treatments are based on aromatherapy and highlight a fusion of wellness techniques from the East and West. Offering 12 indoor treatment rooms comprising seven double and five single suites, each equipped with shower facilities for added privacy, the Spa also features
a signature rain mist facility, steam room, sauna and a beauty salon. The Spa’s signature Angsana Massage targets the body’s key pressure points to strengthen inner “qi” or energy, and the innovative Bamboo Massage uses the soothing touch of warm bamboo and therapeutic long,
firm massage strokes to ease stiff muscles and stimulate blood circulation.
However, if you want to include your kids, there are even private yoga classes for children, along with a range of family and kids’ spa packages.
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Cable Skiing Opened in 1997, Phuket Cable Ski is the only artificial cable skiing park on the Phuket island, with over a hundred people visiting daily.
Go on a Spa EscapeAvailable at all resorts worth their salt, indulge in a spa escapade to pamper both yourself and your loved ones. Since you are in Phuket, what better place that to have a traditional Thai massage.
Island HoppingWhen in Phuket, go to some of the most beautiful islands in the Phuket archipelago. They include Racha, Maiton, Coral, Lon and of course Phi Phi islands.
5 Things to do in Phuket
Scuba Diving For scuba diving enthusiasts, select from a full range of Phuket scuba diving day trips and PADI courses from the wide selection of PADI dive centers available in the island. Diving trips are even available at the Similan Islands.
Taking a Stroll at the BeachFor the less adventurous, take a stroll down one of the beaches in Phuket. The 3.5 kilometres Patong Beach is famous for its nightlife, dining and souvenir shops for tourists. However, if you are one for a romantic stroll, Surin, Kata and Nai Hark Beaches are relatively less crowded.
Island Hopping in Phuket
Snokelling in Phuket
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Ananatara PhuketImagine a place reminiscent of a southern Thai village, where visitors can watch baby turtles hatch on the beach, meet locals to learn about their culture or simply laze on a pristine stretch of sand and watch the world go by. That is Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa for you. Situated in the serenity of Mai Khao Beach, just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport and a short drive from the bustling beaches of the South, the resort presents visitors will present a world of unspoilt beauty and unexpected surprises.
Top Resorts in PhuketAngsana Laguna PhuketNestled on the shores of Bang Tao Bay, Angsana Laguna Phuket occupies the site of the former Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket. Angsana Laguna Phuket is the newest property within Laguna Phuket, Asia’s largest integrated resort complex. This refreshed and stylish resort is also the largest Angsana property in Southeast Asia with 409 keys.
The resort offers a plethora of accommodation options, ranging from the 40 square metre Laguna Room which is ideal for couples, the 45 square metre Laguna Premier Room which is aimed at families, the 88 square metre two storey Angsana One Bedroom Lofts for honeymooners, and higher end options such as the 226 square metre Presidential Suite which offers expansive views over the lagoon and picturesque gardens. Least we forget, there is also the massive 490 square metre Angsana Grand Pool Residence offer four bedrooms, a private kitchen, sun deck and an outdoor sala.
B-Lay TongWith its prime beach front location at the quiet north end of the world famous Patong Beach, B-Lay Tong’s 123 rooms and suites has a playful and funky feel to it, coupled with Feng Shui color schemes. For spectacular sunset views, head to the boutique resort’s 198 lobby bar which overlooks the white sandy beach and sparkling turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.
And that is not all, B-Lay Tong is also located within close proximity from some of the busiest eateries, shops and bars you can find around in Phuket.
Overview of Anantara Phuket
Angsana Laguna Phuket
One of B-Lay Tong’s Rooms
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Naka IslandNestled among stunning beaches, lush coconut groves, the emerald-green Andaman Sea and breathtaking idyllic landscapes off the coast of Phuket, The Naka Island is an exclusive designer resort unlike the rest of the resorts in the crowded main Phuket Island. Its 67 magnificently appointed villas, most with spectacular views over Phang Nga Bay, are furnished in refined Thai décor, recognising the island’s natural beauty.
Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach PhuketRedefining comfort and indulgence, Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket in Thailand features 40 luxurious residences featuring one, two and three bedrooms. Each suite enjoys a soothing interpretation of contemporary Thai design and stunning views of the sea, gardens, lagoon or pool. The penthouses feature private Jacuzzis, giant balconies and stunning sea views. With the latest in contemporary entertainment systems, ensuite bathrooms, internet wifi, spacious living and dining areas as well as fully-equipped kitchens, every suite and penthouse offers the ultimate in contemporary comfort. The resort is based on Bangtao beach that enjoys six kilometres of bright white sand and endlessly enchanting views of the iconic Andaman Sea.
Sri PanwaEven though Sri Panwa is a local Thai brand, unlike the many international hotel chains teeming in Phuket island, in fact the resort is well known by locals as having one of the most luxurious properties in the island. Perched high atop Cape Panwa and commanding breathtaking views of the Southeastern tip of Phuket, Sri Panwa is an oasis of calm and luxuryin one of the finest locations on Phuket, with its villas sitting some 40-60 metres above sea level along the eastern & western ridges, commanding breathtaking views of the surrounding islands and Andaman Sea.
Mövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket
Tropical Pool Villa at The Naka Island
The Naka Island’s Royal Horizon Pool Villa
Overview of Anantara Phuket Sri panwa
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