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RegularsPhuket Island map 8What's on : on & off Phuket (including the movies) 12-15Free Wi-Fi hot spots around town 16Social Phuket 18-19People profi le : Chris Gordon 21Legal matters : Legal diff erences between a Condominium Project andan Apartment Project in Thailand 75Things to do in Phuket 78Health matters : Vaccinations 80-81Useful telephone numbers 80

Yachts & YachtingPhuket tide tables : August - September 2011 22-23Boating Classifi eds 24Yacht charters : Sunsail 25Southeast Asia Pilot : Racha Islands 26-27

CarsCar sales : Sure Motors 28Car rentals : Pure Car Rent 29

Shopping, Dining & LeisurePor Tor Festival 31Recipe : Char Grilled Australian beef tenderloin 32Dining around Phuket 33-40Helicam : Photograph the new Majesty Yachts on the fi rst Asian Tour 41Palm House Primary School 42Häfele functionality for you 49ISS Facility Services : Cleaning Service 51Xtrem Aventures Phuket 76Phuket Pool Tables 77Phuket Cable Ski 79

Spas & HealthSix Senses Spa 44The Royal Spa 45Sukko Spa 46Lemongrass House 47

Land & Property (Sales / Rentals)Alanna Yamu 53Vanich Bayfront Villa 54Loch Palm Villas 55Krabi Sunset 56Karon Butterfl y Resort 57Wings 58Green Hill Villas 59Banyan Tree Residences 60Laguna Village 61Nai Harn Baan-Bua 6288 Land & Houses Phuket 63Kata Rocks 64Anchan Villas 65Eva Beach 66The Eva 67Vanilla 68St. James Properties 69Tropical Homes Real Estate 70-71CBRE 72Twovillas READY 73Phuket.Net Real Estate 74H3 Digital Smart Homes 82

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Central Festival Phuket Thailand Grand SaleTill 15 August @ Central Festival PhuketCentral Festival Phuket and the Tourits Authority of Thailnd (TAT) present a new promotion of many leading brand discounts of up to 70% on purchases. Cash vouchers worth 1,000,000 baht and 30-day special holiday package are to be won. Visa card holders receive privileges, which include double lucky draw coupons.

Tel: +66 (0)76 291111. Web: www.centralfestivalphuket.com.

Laguna Phuket Summer Family FestivalTill 31 Oct @ Laguna Phuket, Laguna The event off ers daily Kidz Fun Zone programs, discounts on tours, spas and golf and is followed by casual evenings of family entertainment featuring a BBQ Beer Tent from August 27, which will show televised major international sports events. There is live music, quiz nights and other entertainment, including a bouncy castle for the little ones, evening Kidz Lounge with age-appropriate movies and a Festival Beer Tent for adults with Happy Hour bar prices and barbecue fare.

Tel: +66 (0)76 362300. Web: www.lagunaphuket.com/events/family-festival/index.php.

Phuket Pet Fair 20115 - 7 August @ Royal Phuket Marina, Koh KaewThe Phuket Pet Fair is a fun time out for animal enthusiasts! There will be many interesting activities during the three-day event such as a fancy dog contest, dog racing, pet health checks and live music. There will also be a lot of pet products on display. The event fruns from noon till 7pm at Royal Phuket Marina’s Boardwalk and the Exhibition Hall.

Contact: Murat Can Sakarya, Tel: +66 (0)81797 3364. Web: www.royalphuketmarina.com.

Brazilian Soccer Schools Summer Holiday Courses8 - 19 August @ Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club (TSLC), ThalangThe program will consist of daily training with the unique FDS moves to beat players also incorporating turns, passing, juggling and core skills. Each day has a 3 on 3 World Cup with awards for the winners, Most Valuable Players’ and special prizes for other competitions. Professional coaches will ensure a highly supervised, educational and fun environment. Children aged 6+ are welcome. Courses run from the 8th to the 12th and from the 15th to the 19th from 9am to 1pm. The cost is 4,000 baht for the week and individual days are 900 Baht. Children are asked to wear shin pads, trainers/sneakers/football shoes (no metal studs) and a cap/hat. Children booked for the week long camp receive a BSS gift.

Contact: Martin Hill, Tel: +66 (0)85 331 0295. Email: [email protected]. Web: www. icfds.com.

World's Largest Floating Book Fair17 - 28 August@ MV Logos Hope at Phuket Deep Sea PortAfter six years since their last visit aboard the MV Doulos, the crew aboard the MV Logos Hope will return to Phuket, bringing with them more than 5,000 books as part of their 'global mission to serve humanity'. The Logos Hope is twice as large as any previous vessel operated by German-based charity GBA Ships, including the Doulos, which visited Phuket in 2006. The 132-metre Logos Hope will drop anchor at Phuket Deep Sea Port at Ao Makham. The ship will be here for two weeks and will be open to visitors from 10am to 9pm from Tuesday to Saturday and from 2pm to 9pm on Sunday and Monday. In addition to maintaining the huge library of books, the volunteers on board stage cultural events to educate and entertain visitors. There will be a nominal charge for entry. The fair will set sail on August 28 to Penang, Malaysia, where the ship will remain from August 29 to September 27.

Web: www.omships.org.

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Regular Events

Live Rock at Rock City, PatongLive bands nightly from 9pm at Rock City, Bangla Road. The live bands do cover tunes from classic and hard rock icons like ACDC, Metallica and Kiss.

Feeling Jazz @ Music Matters Bar, Phuket CityJazz, Salsa, Caribbean, African and South American music at the corner of Chana Charoen and Phuket Roads. Live jazz jam sessions Wednesday and Saturday nights.

Disco on the Sand @ Stereo Lab, Surin BeachStereo Lab is the disco on the sand!. There’s also a DJ booth, a dance fl oor and private lounges with sofas and pillows. Web: www.stereolabphuket.com.

Enjoy Live Bands at Margarita Bar, PatongA diff erent line up of musicians and/or bands every night on Bangla Road on the corner of Rat U Thit Road. Web: www.margaritaphuket.com.

Entertainment – August Choices

British Business Association – Phuket (BBAP) Dinners are held on the fi rst Wednesday of the month and the Pub Nights on the third Friday of the month at 7pm. Dinner is at Mare Restaurant, Centara Grand Beach Resort on the 3rd and Pub Night at Ao Chalong Yacht Club on the 19th at 7pm. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.bbap.org

Rotary Club of Patong Beach Monthly Dinner Out & Family Day is on Tuesday the 2nd at 7pm. Location to be announced. Weekly Meeting will be on the 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th at Aloha Villa Hotel, Patong. Web: www.rotarypatong.org.

The International Business Association of Phuket (IBAP)Regular Meeting on the secound Friday of the month the topic Topic to be announced. Events run from 7pm. Tel: +66 (0)81 412 5652. Web: www.ibap-phuket.net.

Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC)The Irish Times Series Race 1 is on the 21st. The price for members is 200 baht and 300 baht for non-members and includes a buff et. All are welcome to join inthe sailing and . Contact: Scott, Tel: +66 (0) 81 985 6879. Web: www.acyc-phuket.com.

Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC) The August lunch of the Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC) will be held on Thursday the 18th, at the Ceramic Kitchen, Cherngtalay, from 11:30. All are welcome and prior booking is essential. Price: 500 baht for PIWC members and 650 baht for non-members. Contact: Carole Dux, Tel: +66 (0)76 200730. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketiwc.com.

Chicky Net - The Social Network for Women in ThailandChicky Net is the online social network for women who have either relocated to Thailand or who are visiting for a specifi c period of time. Email:[email protected]. Web: www.chickynet.com.

Grumpy Old Men's Society (GOMS) A grumpy but happy group of local gentleman who gather every fi rst and third Monday of the month at Chalong Pier Beer Garden to have a few quiet beers, share information and to raise money for charity. Drinks start at 6pm and meetings at 6:45 pm. Contact: Warren Crowe, Email: [email protected].

Lions Club of Patong Beach The monthly membership meeting and fellowship dinner is on the second Tuesday of each month. Contact: Pinyo Kerdkantapong, Tel: +66 (0)89 871 1526. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.lions-club-patong.org.

Island Furniture Cricket League - Phuket Cricket Group (PCG) From November to late April for the past fi ve years, a cricket league has been run with a game almost every Sunday. Anyone who is interested in joining this very social, but still slightly competitive league (as player or supporter) Contact: Anthony van Blerk, Email: [email protected].

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BAD TEACHER(Comedy)Cameron Diaz, Lucy Punch, Jason Segel, Justin Timberlake, Phyllis Smith

Some teachers just don't give an F. Elizabeth is foul-mouthed, and inappropriate. She drinks, gets high, and can't wait to marry her meal ticket and get out of her day job. When she's dumped by her fi ancé, she sets out to win over a rich, handsome substitute but competes for his aff ections with a colleague. She fi ghts off the advances of a gym teacher. The consequences of her wild schemes give her students, her coworkers and herself an education like no other.

FINAL DESTINATION 5

(Action Genre: Horror, Thriller)Emma Bell, David Koechner, Nicholas D'Agosto

In this fi fth installment, Death is just as omnipresent as ever, and is unleashed after one man’s premonition saves a group of coworkers from a terrifying suspension bridge collapse. But this group of unsuspecting souls was never supposed to survive, and, in a terrifying race against time, the ill-fated group frantically tries to discover a way to escape Death’s sinister agenda..

LARRY CROWNE

(Comedy, Drama, Romance)Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Gugu Mbatha-Raw

After being downsized as a leader at a big company, Larry Crowne heads to college to start over and becomes part of an outcast community looking for a better future. He develops a crush on his teacher The simple guy who has every reason to think his life has stalled comes to learn an unexpected lesson: when you think everything worth having has passed you by, you just might discover your reason to live.

CRAZY, STUPID, LOVE

(Comedy)Steve Carell, Kevin Bacon, Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and Analeigh Tipton

At fortysomething, Cal Weaver is living the good job, house, kids and marriage to his high school sweetheart. But when he learns that his wife has cheated on him and wants a divorce, his perfect life unravels. In this single world, Cal,who hasn't dated in decades, stands out as the epitome of un-smooth. Now spending his free evenings sulking alone at a local bar, the hapless Cal is taken on as wingman and protégé to a handsome, thirtysomething player..


Off Phuket Events Upcoming Events

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

Opening the World Vision of Jewelry Industry and the Best Products of Phayao1 - 31 August @ Jewel industry center, PhayaoThere will be a jewelry fashion show, a technical exhibition, jewelry and ornaments for sale, and a Miss Jewelry contest. Contact: Jewel Industry Center, Tel: +66 (0)54 466071-3. Web: www.tourismthailand.org.

The Diva Green Heart Charity Concert 6 August @ Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort, KrabiDare 2 KARE! The event is for those aff ected by the fl ooding and landslide at Khao Phranom District, Krabi last April. It features Ka, & Silvy from the show 'The STAR'. Tickets are available at the hotel or from Thai Ticket Major, Tel: +66 (0)75 628000 ext 1302. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.thaiticketmajor.com.

Charming Miracle of Laem Tan Seafood Festival19 - 20 August @ Laem Tan all-purpose terrace, ChonburiActivities include eating competitions, musical performances and a fresh seafood market. Contact: Saensuk Municipality, Tel. +66 (0)38 193500-5. TAT, Pattaya offi ce,Tel. +66 (0)38 427667, +66(0)38 428750.

Hua Hin Jazz Festival26 - 27 August @ Hua Hin BeachThis annual festival continues to draw visitors and musicians from Thailand and across the globe. All performances are free and run from 4pm. Tel: +66 (0)32 513885. Web: www.tourismthailand.org.

Bhumiphol Dam International Mountain Bike Racing27 - 29 August @ Bhumibol Dam,TakThis scenic event with six categories provides a variety of race routes that challenges semi-pro mountain bike racers and pleases recreational riders. There will also be equipment sales, youth activities, folk music by Bhumibol Dam Youth Club. Contact: TAT Tak offi ce, Tel: +66 (0)55 514341-3. www.tourismthailand.org.

A Kha Swing Ceremony, A Kha village (E Goh)31 August - 1 September @ ChiangraiThe A Kha (a northern Thailand hilltribe) practice this ceremony to show appreciation for the abundance of plants they are about to harvest. Off erings to ancestoral spirits, celebrations, dancing and the praising women are practiced. Contact: Center of Social Development, Tel. +66 (0)53 918315.

SEPTEMBER 2011

5 - 16 Bangkok's International Festival of Dance & Music Bangkok, Bangkok

19 - 20 Centennial Memorial Day of Koh Si Chang, Chon Buri

21 - 24 Quiksilver Thailand Surf Competition 2011, Patong and Kalim Beach, Phuket

OCTOBER 2011

2 Legends of Liverpool Tour in Phuket, Thanyapura Sports & Leisure Club, Phuket

28 - 30 Asian Hospitality & Travel Show, Phuket International Academy Sports and Leisure Club, Phuket

NOVEMBER 2011

1 - 6 Phuket Thailand Open powered by PTT, Karon Beach, Phuket

10 - 25 BOI Fair 2011, Nonthaburi

11 Phuket International Women's Club annual party, The Hilton Arcadia Resort & Spa, Phuket

23 - 26 Phuket International Sport Fishing Tournament 2011, Chalong Bay, Phuket

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FREE WiFi hotspots in PhuketPHUKET CITYHotels, Resorts and GuesthousesBay Hotel Sakdidej Road, Cape PanwaCape Panwa Hotel Sakdidej Road, Cape PanwaDeang Plaza Hotel Montri RoadMetopole Lobby Lounge - Montri Road, Amphur Muang

Restaurants and CafésB2S Central Festival, Vichitsongkram RoadChill Out Ong Sim Phai RoadCoff ee Max Ranong RoadEATZZ Dibuk RoadJuice Internet Café & Juice Bar Phuket RoadMichael's Bar Takua Pa RoadRockin Angels Jammin' Café Yaowarat RoadSiam Indigo Phang Nga RoadTea House Yaowarat Road

PHUKET SOUTHHotels, Resorts and GuesthousesAlpina Phuket Nalina Ket Kwan Road, KataAngus @ O'Tool's Patak Road, Soi Islandia, KaronArfur @ O'Tool's Ket Kwan Road, KataBaan Kiki Chaofa West Road, ChalongBougainvillea Hotel Patak Road, Kata-KaronCC Blooms Soi 10, Patak Road, KaronEvason Phuket & Bon Island Viset Road, RawaiLa Gondola Restaurant Guest House Thaina Road, Kata CenterKata Beach Spa Resort 95 Pakbang Road, KataMom Tri's Boathouse Koktanode Road, KataMom Tri's Kitchen Kata Noi Road, Kata NoiMom Tri's Oasis Koktanode Road, KataMom Tri's Villa Royale Kata Noi Road, Kata NoiNikita’s Rawai Beach Road, RawaiPacifi c Club And Spa Patak Road, KaronPhuket Sports & Tennis Club Soi Suksan 2, Viset Road, RawaiSolution Lounge and Sports Bar Kata Road, KataThe Little Mermaid Patak Road, Karon

PATONG AREAHotels, Resorts and GuesthousesAbsolute Ceylon Pub Jungceylon, Rat-U-Thit RoadAbsolute Seapearl Beach Resort Thaweewong RoadAmanta House Boutique Hotel Beach RoadAqua Guesthouse Paradise Complex, Rat-U-Thit RoadBaan Yin Dee Muean Ngen RoadBel Aire Resort Phuket Sainamyen RoadBurasari Resort Soi Ruam JaiConnect Guesthouse Paradise Complex, Rat-U-Thit RoadFaulty Towers Inn Soi SunsetHoliday Inn Phuket Thaweewong RoadK-Hotel Rat-U-Thit RoadLeelawadee Boutique Hotel Siriraj RoadLittle Buddha Guesthouse Nanai RoadPatong Paragon Hotel Prabaramee RoadRoyal Palm Resortel Thaweewong RoadRoyal Phawadee Village Sawatdirak RoadSafari Beach Hotel Thaweewong RoadSummer Breeze Hotel Soi San Sabai The Bird Cage–Patong Guesthouse Rat-U-Thit RoadThe Royal Paradise Hotel Rat-U-Thit RoadValhalla V Plaza Soi SunsetVilla del Mar Beach RoadYorkshire Inn Soi Sansabai

Restaurants and Cafés@beach Food Loft Ocean Plaza, Beach RoadBit'in Restaurant JungceylonCoyote Beach RoadIrish Times Jungceylon, Rat-U-Thit RoadJean Pierre's Restaurant & Bar Rat-U-Thit RoadKhun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe Aroonsom-Plaza, Rat-U-Thit RoadLa Boucherie Restaurant Sawatdirak RoadMai Thai Bar Soi EricMolly Malone's Beach RoadMoMo Café Courtyard by Marriott, PatongNok & Chicken Sports Bar Patong Grand Condotel, Rat-U-Thit RoadRio Music Bar and Grill Soi BanglaScruff y Murphy's Soi BanglaSubway Beach RoadThai Basecamp Soi Paradise InnThe Coff ee Club Jungceylon

If you know of any other free wifi locations, please advise us at [email protected] and we will do our best to include them.

Restaurants and CafésAmazon Café Chaofa West Road, ChalongAnchor Bar and Restaurant Thai Na Road, KataAo Chalong Yacht Club Soi Phon Chalong, ChalongAustralia Bar & Grill Kata Night PlazaChalong Pier Beer Garden Chalong Pier Road, ChalongDa Vinci V Lounge Soi Sai Yuen, Nai HarnDos Fringos Chalong Pier Road, ChalongHappy Days Chaofa West Road, ChalongJimmy's Lighthouse Chalong Pier, ChalongKan Eang@pier Chalong Pier, ChalongKhun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe Fisherman Way Park, ChalongLocanda Restaurant Patak Road, Kata-KaronPizza 2000 Patak Road, KaronThe Coff ee and Sandwich Shop Soi Casa Del Sol, Kata Road, Kata

PHUKET NORTHHotels, Resorts and GuesthouseKamala Bay Garden Resort Kamala Beach Road, KamalaLaguna Phuket Srisoonthorn Road, CherngtalayThe Residence Kalim Bay Phrabaramee 5 Road, Kalim

Restaurants and Cafés Deli De Luca Boat Lagoon Marina Kamala Beer Garden Main Road, KamalaKhun Woody's Sandwich Shoppe Laguna CherngtalayLambert Brothers Boat Lagoon MarinaLady Pie Srisoonthorn Road, CherngtalayLes Anges Royal Phuket MarinaLiquid Lounge Bar Surin Beach Road, SurinMoMo Café Courtyard by Marriott, KamalaMoMo Café Courtyard by Marriott, SurinRed Cafe Beach Road, KamalaRed Cafe Soi Policestation, KamalaSkippers Royal Phuket MarinaThe Club Kamala Beach Road, KamalaThe Coff ee Club Turtle Village, Mai KhaoWatermark Bar Restaurant Boat Lagoon Marina

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Cooking Showtime FLAME Opening Garden Party

(From left) Maxim Shilo (Inhouse client); Alexander Basta (Exotic Property); Claudio & Jasmine Pensini (Inhouse client), Eduardo Velay Hernandez & Silvia Serrano Munoz (guests of Two Villas Holiday), Jittiya Rakdej & Sukunya Phoonpong (Phuket News).

(From left) Kate, Katekstyle; DJ Dan Paris; Kunrapats (Dome) Yodsapakphinyo, Sales and Marketing Manager, Kata Rocks; Gabriel Cardona; Daojai, Nice-Real Estate, (back row from left) Roland Bleszynski, Blue Point project; Paitoon.

Twovillas Group lifestyle workshop returned for a new 'cookers and tasters' on July 2 at Kokyang Estate I Plot 1.

Social PhuketWhat WAS on in Phuket

(From left) Julien Defrance; DJ Cool; Suchitra Sirirak, Assistant Public Relations Manager of the hotel; Christophe Gestin, Director of Food and Beverage and Jongrak Sribunkaew, Key Account Manager, Diageo Moet Hennessy (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

(From left) Frederic Garnier, General Manager, Ibis Phuket Kata; Suchitra Sirirak, Assistant Public Relations Manager, Centara Grand Beach Resort and Thibault Salaun, General Manager for Twinpalms One.

Julien Defrance, Grand Marnier brand ambassador from Paris

A special Grand Marnier party was held on the Friday the 17th June at Luna Bar. The event was presented by Julien Defrance..

Grand Marnier Cocktails Party At Luna Bar, Centara Grand Beach Resort


Social PhuketWhat WAS on in Phuket

Swedish Midsummer Party

Hat Party At Fisherman Way Business Garden

The party was held on June 24 at Two Chefs Kata Center.

(From left) Olivier Petit; Erika Ribaldi, Area Manager of Asia Pacifi c of Frescobaldi Winery; Denis Thouvard, General Manager, Centara Grand Beach Resort, Phuket; Christophe Gestin, Director of Food and Beverage of Centara Grand Beach Resort, Phuket and Opas Damrongkul, Resident Manager, Centara Grand Beach Resort, Phuket.

(From left) Ngamsiri Saebang, Sales and Marketing Executive, IMAGE asia and Peter Smith, Director of Sales & Marketing, IMAGE asia.

(From left) Jon Sjölin, Manager of Two Chefs; Naphat Reaunphet, Human Resources Manager, The Royal Phuket Yacht Club; Krister Westberg and Billy Ågren.

(From left) Praewprawlin (Yin) Inchomchuen, Sales & Marketing Manager, IMAGE asia and Anchayaporn (Mandy) Thongsom Assistant Director of Sales, The Royal Phuket Yacht Club.

Frescobaldi Wine Dinner at Mare Restaurant

(From left) Wanida Thiprat, Sales Manager, Karon Hill; Nakarin Panpanij Asst. Sales Manager, Karon Hill; Praewprawlin (Yin) Inchomchuen, Sales & Marketing Manager, IMAGE Asia; Kanitta Thongsanoe, Sales and Marketing Manager, Alanna Yamu and Kunrapats (Dome) Yodsapakphinyo, Sales and Marketing Manager, Kata Rocks.

Fisherman Way Business Garden soft opening was on Friday July 8th. The evening also saw a hat competition.

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Chris Gordon, developer of The Village Coconut Island, reveals how a childhood Christmas gift launched a life of sailing that took him from Portsmouth, England, to the world's most exotic places before he dropped anchor on a stunning patch of paradise off Phuket.

Chris Gordon

When did you move to Phuket, and what made you decide to come and live here? It was gradual, it just sort of happened. I fi rst came to Thailand in 1980 with the British national sailing team for a race in Sattahip, Pattaya. I fell in love with the food and culture, and returned in 1986 after I had launched Sunsail yacht charter in Greece. I took a speedboat around Phuket and thought, 'Why not?' I was young and careless. Soon after, I set up the second branch of Sunsail in the area that is now Yacht Haven Marina. I moved here permanently in 2005.

What did you do before you came to Phuket? I've been involved with boats since the age of seven, after my grandfather gave me an optimist boat he had built himself. I soon got into racing and that led to work as an instructor. I set up six boats for charter on the beach in Chichester Harbour before opening Sunsail on the Mediterranean.

Tell us about your current project, The Village Coconut Island. By 2001 I was ready for something diff erent. I was becoming a 'suit', so I sold Sunsail and got into property development. My fi rst project in Khao Lak was wiped out in the tsunami. Not long after, I met a guy in the Watermark restaurant who told me he had sold 85 rai of land on Coconut Island (Koh Maphrao) but the buyer had pulled out of the deal at the last minute. Within 24 hours I bought the land, and soon developed it into The Village Coconut Island. Phase two is now underway and will be fi nished this October. To the existing 44 villas, we're adding 116 jacuzzi suites and 76 two-bedroom villas, plus new restaurants, bars, a golf course, a conference/event room, bowling lawns and other leisure facilities.

How does doing business in Phuket compare to back home? I did business in 25 countries before settling here and have found that every culture has its challenges. You have to learn about a place – don't go charging in assuming you know best. Treat people with respect. Every day is a challenge but I always enjoy getting up to face it.

Whereabouts do you live in Phuket and what determined your choice of location? I rent a converted shophouse in Old Phuket Town. I didn't want to live in expat land. I like living amongst the Thai people, seeing all the weird and wonderful shophouse dwellers, and going to the cafés and bars scattered amongst them. I like that it's still got its old Chinese pharmacy and a motorbike repair shop that only does Lambrettas, and that you can have a nice meal for 100 baht..

What kind of car do you drive? Why? I drive a clapped-out Toyota Fortuner. It's the best car for the island. Practical and safe, and you can see what's happening around you.

How old are you? Mentally, mid-30s. Physically, 57.

Do you have family here? I am separated, but I have a good relationship with my wife, who lives in England. She has a boyfriend and I live here with

my Thai girlfriend. I have four sons, aged 17 to 24, who are all in England. My 22-year-old son just fi nished university and is planning to move here soon.

What do you think the future holds for you? After fi nishing the expansion of The Village Coconut Island in October, I hope to have more time to enjoy my boat. I'm sure I will start a new project next year, maybe in Phuket or elsewhere in Thailand. No matter where I do the project though, my life is here in Phuket. This is my home.

How do you evaluate success? At this age, success is having four healthy, well-adjusted kids. Also, seeing my project evolve into what I had spent nights dreaming it would be. I can walk around this place and feel proud at what I've achieved...

What are you most proud of? To date, Sunsail. I started out as a 20-year-old with no money and built it into the biggest and most profi table sailing and water sports company in the world.

What do you do with your free time, if you have any? My free time is taken up with boating and golf at Blue Canyon. I'm about to go to Bali to do some sailing around there, maybe to Lombok and Flores, and fi nish in Singapore for the Grand Prix.

Are you involved in any local charities, clubs or associations? I'm the founder and chairman of Khao Lak Community Appeal, a foundation set up in memory of friends lost in the tsunami. We raise money to help build and maintain schools, employ teachers and sponsor children whose parents died in the wave. I also support the Phuket Has Been Good to Us foundation with donations of free stays at The Village, etc.

For further information about Coconut Island Development Co., LtdTel: +66 (0)76 352153Website: www.thevillage-coconutisland.com


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PHUKET TIDE TABLES 2011Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket) Predicted heights of water in metres above lowest low water Source: Hydrographic Department, Royal Thai Navy

AUGUST 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 231 3.1 2.7 2.3 1.7 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.3 1.9 2.5 3.1 3.5 3.5 3.2 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.6 0.9 1.4 2.0 2.6 3.12 3.2 3.1 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 2.1 2.7 3.3 3.5 3.4 3.0 2.4 1.6 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.0 1.6 2.3 2.83 3.2 3.2 3.0 2.5 1.9 1.3 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.3 2.9 3.3 3.4 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.4 0.9 0.7 0.8 1.3 1.9 2.54 3.0 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.3 1.7 1.2 1.0 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.8 1.1 1.6 2.15 2.6 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.6 2.2 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.2 1.6 2.0 2.5 2.9 3.0 2.9 2.6 2.2 1.7 1.3 1.0 1.1 1.4 1.86 2.3 2.7 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.4 1.7 2.1 2.4 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.4 2.0 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.3 1.67 1.9 2.3 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.6 2.4 2.1 1.7 1.5 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.1 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.58 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.6 2.4 2.2 1.9 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.1 2.0 1.8 1.79 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.7 1.8 2.1 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9

10 1.7 1.6 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.8 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.5 2.311 2.0 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.6 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.6 2.2 1.7 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.4 1.7 2.1 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.612 2.3 1.8 1.5 1.2 1.2 1.4 1.8 2.3 2.7 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.1 1.0 1.1 1.4 1.9 2.3 2.7 2.9 2.813 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.1 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.2 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.6 2.9 3.014 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.3 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.2 0.9 0.8 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.015 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.2 0.9 1.0 1.3 1.9 2.5 3.0 3.3 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.2 0.9 0.8 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.016 3.1 2.9 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.1 3.2 3.1 2.6 2.0 1.4 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.5 2.917 3.1 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.2 1.0 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.5 2.9 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.3 1.7 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.718 3.0 3.1 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.3 1.7 2.2 2.7 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.519 2.9 3.0 2.9 2.6 2.2 1.7 1.3 1.1 1.2 1.5 2.0 2.4 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.320 2.7 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.9 1.5 1.3 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.5 1.3 1.3 1.4 1.8 2.121 2.5 2.7 2.8 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.8 1.5 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.0 1.8 1.5 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.022 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.1 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.3 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.823 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.8 1.824 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.825 1.7 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.0 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.126 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.4 2.7 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.4 2.0 1.6 1.3 1.2 1.3 1.6 2.0 2.3 2.6 2.7 2.6 2.427 2.0 1.6 1.3 1.2 1.4 1.7 2.1 2.6 2.9 3.1 3.0 2.8 2.3 1.8 1.3 1.0 1.0 1.2 1.7 2.2 2.6 2.9 3.0 2.828 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.8 3.2 3.3 3.1 2.7 2.1 1.5 1.0 0.7 0.8 1.2 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.1 3.129 2.8 2.3 1.7 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.0 3.4 3.4 3.1 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.7 0.6 0.8 1.4 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.330 3.2 2.7 2.1 1.5 0.9 0.7 0.9 1.3 2.0 2.7 3.3 3.5 3.4 3.0 2.3 1.6 0.9 0.5 0.5 0.9 1.6 2.3 3.0 3.431 3.4 3.1 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.7 1.0 1.5 2.2 2.9 3.4 3.5 3.3 2.7 2.1 1.3 0.8 0.5 0.7 1.2 1.9 2.6 3.2

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Ko Thaphao Noi (Phuket) Predicted heights of water in metres above lowest low water Source: Hydrographic Department, Royal Thai Navy

SEPTEMBER 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 231 3.4 3.3 2.9 2.4 1.7 1.1 0.7 0.8 1.1 1.7 2.4 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.5 1.8 1.1 0.7 0.7 0.9 1.5 2.2 2.82 3.2 3.3 3.1 2.7 2.1 1.5 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.2 3.1 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.9 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.43 2.9 3.2 3.1 2.9 2.5 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.2 1.7 2.1 2.6 2.8 2.9 2.7 2.4 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.1 1.2 1.6 2.14 2.5 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.8 1.5 1.3 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.5 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.85 2.2 2.4 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.3 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.76 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.7 1.7 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.87 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.2 2.08 1.8 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.4 2.1 1.8 1.5 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.8 2.1 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.39 2.0 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.9 2.2 2.6 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.1 1.6 1.3 1.1 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.3 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.6

10 2.2 1.8 1.4 1.2 1.2 1.5 1.9 2.4 2.8 3.0 3.0 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.5 2.9 3.0 2.811 2.5 2.0 1.5 1.2 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.1 2.6 3.0 3.1 3.0 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.9 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.4 2.8 3.1 3.012 2.7 2.3 1.7 1.2 1.0 1.0 1.3 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.2 2.9 2.4 1.8 1.3 0.9 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.1 3.213 3.0 2.5 2.0 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.5 2.1 2.7 3.1 3.2 3.0 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.0 0.8 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.214 3.1 2.8 2.2 1.6 1.1 0.9 0.9 1.3 1.8 2.4 2.9 3.2 3.1 2.8 2.3 1.7 1.2 0.9 0.9 1.2 1.7 2.3 2.9 3.215 3.2 3.0 2.5 1.9 1.3 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.0 3.1 2.9 2.5 1.9 1.4 1.0 0.9 1.1 1.5 2.1 2.6 3.116 3.2 3.1 2.7 2.2 1.6 1.2 1.0 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.4 2.8 3.0 2.9 2.6 2.2 1.6 1.2 1.0 1.1 1.4 1.9 2.4 2.917 3.1 3.1 2.8 2.4 1.9 1.4 1.1 1.1 1.3 1.7 2.2 2.6 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.3 1.9 1.4 1.2 1.1 1.3 1.7 2.2 2.618 2.9 3.0 2.9 2.6 2.1 1.7 1.3 1.2 1.3 1.6 2.0 2.4 2.7 2.8 2.7 2.4 2.1 1.7 1.4 1.3 1.3 1.6 2.0 2.419 2.7 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.3 2.0 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.4 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.4 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.220 2.5 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.5 2.2 1.9 1.6 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.1 1.9 1.7 1.6 1.7 1.8 2.021 2.2 2.4 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.4 2.2 2.0 1.8 1.7 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.8 1.922 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.3 2.2 2.0 1.9 1.8 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.1 2.0 1.923 1.8 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.1 1.9 1.6 1.5 1.5 1.6 1.9 2.1 2.3 2.5 2.6 2.5 2.3 2.024 1.8 1.6 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.5 2.8 2.9 2.8 2.5 2.2 1.7 1.4 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.2 2.6 2.8 2.8 2.7 2.425 2.0 1.6 1.3 1.3 1.5 1.8 2.3 2.7 3.0 3.1 2.9 2.6 2.1 1.5 1.1 0.9 1.1 1.4 1.9 2.5 2.9 3.1 3.1 2.826 2.3 1.8 1.3 1.0 1.0 1.4 1.9 2.5 3.0 3.3 3.3 3.0 2.5 1.8 1.2 0.8 0.7 1.0 1.5 2.2 2.8 3.2 3.4 3.227 2.8 2.2 1.5 1.0 0.8 0.9 1.4 2.0 2.7 3.2 3.4 3.3 2.9 2.3 1.6 0.9 0.6 0.6 1.0 1.7 2.4 3.1 3.5 3.528 3.2 2.6 1.9 1.2 0.8 0.7 0.9 1.5 2.2 2.9 3.3 3.5 3.2 2.7 2.0 1.3 0.7 0.5 0.7 1.2 2.0 2.7 3.3 3.629 3.5 3.0 2.4 1.7 1.0 0.6 0.7 1.1 1.7 2.4 3.0 3.4 3.4 3.1 2.5 1.8 1.1 0.7 0.6 0.9 1.5 2.3 3.0 3.430 3.6 3.3 2.8 2.2 1.4 0.9 0.7 0.8 1.3 1.9 2.6 3.1 3.3 3.2 2.8 2.2 1.6 1.0 0.8 0.8 1.2 1.8 2.5 3.1

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RACHA ISLANDSRacha Yai lies 10 miles to the south of Phuket, with Racha Noi a few miles further. In local dialect they are often pronounced, and often written, as ‘Raya’, so don’t be confused. (Racha means ‘king’, yai is ‘big’, and noi means ‘small’).

The Racha is a 5-star resort in the North West Bay of Racha Yai which is the fi rst development of its kind on the island. There are also a few bungalows and restaurants on Racha Yai, concentrated near the north of the island.

Longtail day trip boats make the journey to these islands from Phuket, and beach umbrellas are set up in anticipation. Excellent diving, snorkelling, and fi shing are to be found all around this group.

RACHA YAI BAY14 miles from Ao Chalong

A

This is one of the real tropical paradises of the area. A fi ne white sand beach is framed by a bay fringed on both sides with coral. The clear waters are a vivid aquamarine tending to turquoise. Most of the shallower part of the bay now has moorings and the only anchorage opportunity is in 10-15 metres on sand and calcifi ed coral in the outer bay. Sandy patches do exist closer in, but care must be taken to avoid damaging the reef or fouling your anchor.

The Racha Resort has installed a high season fl oating jetty in the southern corner where they run their boat operations from.

The diving and snorkelling are excellent. The beach is frequented every day by dive boats and day trippers so, if you have crew leaving, opportunities for transportation back to Phuket are many.

The evenings are peaceful after the day-trip boats have departed, making this a delightful night anchorage, following a spectacular sunset in this west facing bay. There are several walking tracks to other beaches and across the island. Dive tanks can be fi lled on the beach.

RACHA YAI EAST14 miles from Ao Chalong

B

During the southwest monsoon, the east coast of Koh Racha Yai lends shelter for overnight stops in all but the strongest conditions. There is a deep water anchorage in 10-20 metres on a broken coral and sandy bottom. A few day dive boat moorings are available but are mostly too shallow for keelboats.

It also affords access to two small beaches with excellent snorkelling and diving, although sometimes there are strong currents. A pleasant, easy 20-minute walk takes you through coconut plantations to the north and west beaches. Ashore is the Ban Raya resort.

Racha Yai Bay BILL O’LEARY

Southeast Asia Pilot, 3rd Edition : ExtractExtracted from The Southeast Asia Pilot (3rd Edition) cruising/sailing guide by Bill O'Leary & Andy Dowden – www.southeastasiapilot.com

Racha Islands


RACHA NOI WEST21 miles from Ao Chalong

C

This is a good lunch destination from Koh Racha Yai in the northeast monsoon. Look for a deep water anchorage in 10-20 metres close to the small gap in the island; passage through this gap in a dinghy should only be attempted at high tide. There is good diving and snorkelling along the shores on a mainly rocky bottom. Fishing, trolling and bottom, are good.

RACHA NOI EAST23 miles from Ao Chalong

D

This anchorage in 15-20 metres is similar to that off Koh Racha Noi West. It makes a convenient daytime lunch stop during the southwest monsoon. The swimming, diving and snorkelling are great, with the added attraction of a sandy beach connected to a small rocky islet. Please take a garbage bag if you visit the beach as much fl otsam and jetsam collect here.

BILL O’LEARY Koh Racha Yai

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prosperity and plenitude, while yellow noodles symbolise the desire for longevity. Beautiful fruit carvings of animal fi gures and decorations of fl owers with candles, are off ered and incense is burned. An important and attractive feature is the off ering of cakes made in the form of turtles – they come in all sizes. Originally they were made from semolina fl our, and had a distinctive red dot on the shell. The turtle is a symbol representing long life, and the colour red, of course, is very auspicious for the Chinese.

You really shouldn’t miss the opportunity to observe this celebration. It off ers a unique insight into the cultural richness of the island’s past traditions. It's celebrated at the Por Tor Kong Shrine in Bang Neaw district, in the central area of Phuket town, on the road leading to the Saphan Hin mining monument (see Streets of Phuket, P95 B1). Stalls are set up featuring local games like darts, shooting galleries and a fi shing game which is great fun for all ages. There’s a huge plastic tub fi lled with water and live goldfi sh and the idea is to try to catch the fi sh with a paper sieve. It’s harder than it sounds. Any fi sh you catch you can take home, but if you tear the paper and the fi sh escapes, then it’s 'game over', and somebody else gets to play. These games often off er prizes of stuff ed animals and the like. They are, in the local view, a form of merit-

making in themselves. Temporary shops sell souvenirs and with all this focus on food there's plenty of it on off er – including those delicious and lucky turtle cakes!

The shrine itself is beautifully decorated and plays are staged depicting the events on which the celebration is based.

This really is an event that encapsulates the fascinating cultural inheritance of the Phuket people.

Originally they worked as tin miners in what is now the Cherng Talay area of the island. It was upon this industry that Phuket’s prosperity was originally built. Over the years, the Chinese and local cultures blended to create an exceptional fusion represented by Sino-Portuguese architecture, unique cuisine and distinctive dress and cultural traditions, which were then passed on from one generation to the next. Out of this melting pot of beliefs came new forms of traditional Chinese observances. One conspicuous example is the merit-making tradition (this means performing charitable acts for the purpose of spiritual enlightenment and self enhancement) called the Por Tor Festival.

The festival is celebrated in the seventh Chinese lunar month which approximates to August or September in the western calendar. The Chinese believed that at this time the gates of Hades were opened so that the spirits of their ancestors could return to their former, earthly homes for a visit. This is contrary to Thai animist beliefs which normally class spirits as portents of bad luck. However, on this occasion the event is characterised as auspicious. Por Tor Kong (who is also known as the Gwan Yin Goddess) is one of those responsible for releasing the spirits and shepherding them back to Hades, after the end of their visit. During the festival each clan worships its own ancestors, making merit to show their gratitude for the contribution they made to the development of the present-day community. At this time children are admonished not to leave home after 6pm – it’s regarded as bad luck.

Special off erings of food are made to appease the hungry ancestors. Dishes of steamed pork, duck and chicken represent the wish for

FeaturePhotos by Thanawut Makawan

Por Tor festivalOff erings for Hungry Spirits

Many of the early settlers in Phuket were of Chinese descent. They were Fujian Chinese and became known here by their Thai name, Hokkian Chinese. They arrived from Singapore, Penang and mainland China itself.

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Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Place over low heat, shaking frequently, until any remaining moisture evaporates – about 1 minute. Meanwhile, in a small pan over low heat, heat the cream and using a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon, mash the potatoes. They should be smooth without being overworked. Add butter and almost all of the cream mixture and salt and pepper to taste, then mix until combined. Taste and, if desired, add additional butter and/or cream mixture. Serve immediately.

ServingThe dish should be made from selected good products and best quality beef tenderloin. Finish the dish with fresh herbs and topped with sauce a smooth taste, aroma of red wine and serve. A glass of LITTLE YERING Pinot Noir red wine would be a perfect match

For more informationCourtyard by Marriott Phuket at Kamala BeachTel: +66 (0)76 303000 (Kamala) www.courtyardmarriottkamala.com

About Anurak Kanittharat (Chef Nut)Chef Nut is a highly motivated and results-oriented professional with exceptional kitchen skills and 15 years of experience in various kitchen departments.

He started his career in the hotel industry with the Minor International Group in 2005 and joined Courtyard by Marriott Phuket at Kamala Beach in September 2010.

Recently he was a chef at Anantara Resort Phuket, Mai Khao and was on the pre-opening team at the Anantara Resort Maldives, all part of the Minor International Group.

Being a focused, hardworking, self-motivated and team-oriented professional, he is always willing to learn new skills in the food and beverage department. Being with Marriott he enjoy staking on new challenges and taking care of the guests. He sees people as the resort's most important asset. His team pays a lot of attention to detail and is keen to to innovate and be creative in serving customers.

Awards

1st place winner of Thai Fusion Food Samui Food Festival 2005• Bronze Medal Award with honours of Hot Pasta Cooking Contest 2006 QSNCC •

Ingredients

200 gm of beef tenderloin • 50 gm of green asparagus • 50 gm of green beans • 50 gm of abalone mushrooms •

100 grams potatoes purée • Fresh herbs• Salt • Pepper •

To prepare steak, sprinkle with salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. Place on grill rack over high heat; grill for 5 minutes or until lightly charred. Carefully turn over; move to medium heat. Place steak on charred grill and grill 5-10 minutes or until the meat is medium cooked. and the asparagus and abalone mushroom, sprinkle with salt and pepper, grill along with the beef.

Sauce

50 gm butter• 200 gm veal or beef stock • 100 gm red wine • 2 shallots (eschalots) peeled & halved•

1 sprig thyme• Bay leaf • Salt• Black pepper •

Place all the ingredients except for the veal stock in a saucepan over a low fl ame and reduce by half. Add the veal stock and reduce the amount by half again.

Potato purée

300 gm potato• 50 gm whipping cream • 5 gm salt•

100 gm butter• 5 gm white pepper •

Place the potatoes in a large pan or pot and add enough water to cover by 1 to 2 inches. Add a generous amount of salt and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the potatoes are tender – about 30 minutes.

Australian beef tenderloinwith young greens, abalone mushrooms and potato purée

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'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.

Baan Rim Pa has become one of Thailand’s best-known restaurants, with a reputation stretching much further. It is perched on a cliff , with teak fl oors and the constant 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.

Situated 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.

Baan Rim Pa Thai

Open Thu-Tue 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 340789, +66 (0)76 341768

On the coast road just north of Patongwww.baanrimpa.com

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On Surin Beach, left from parking lot, 3 restaurants downwww.tastesurinbeach.com

Taste Restaurant on Surin Beach off ers a Mediterranean Pan-pacifi c menu with beachside seating. The menu is dictated by love for food made with fresh ingredients. Favourites like Tamarind Glazed Barbequed Ribs, a family recipe of Nepalese Indian curry and Australian ribeye steaks has made Taste an expat favourite. Weekly specials off er innovative creations: Black Crab Ravioli with chive mousse, grilled sardines and Wing Bean Salad with bbq chili shrimp.

Fresh fi sh, which comes daily from the markets is served in a variety of ways from the hot and tangy 3-spice fi sh, to the classic seared snapper with beurre blanc sauce. White snapper is prepared in a ginger white wine broth with Japanese accents, served with rice and sesame salad. Tuna is lightly grilled and prepared with mixed greens served with vinaigrette dressing.

Taste creates a fi ne dining experience with causal beach ambiance and exudes beach chic, with attentive staff , great wines, and fabulous cocktails. The 99 baht happy hour (4-7pm) Mojitos are unbeatable.

Taste is the perfect setting for private parties, weddings and corporate events.

Taste Restaurant Mediterranean/Pacifi c Rim

Open Tues-Sun 12:00 till late | Tel: +66 (0)76 270090, +66 (0)87 886 6401

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Silverado108/26 moo 5, Chalerm-PrakietRor.9 Rassada,Muang, Phuket 83000Tel: 076 304385-6, 076-612789Mobile: 081 0333 607, 088 765 4478, 088 765 4479

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Around PhuketThe Royal Kitchen Chinese (Cantonese)

25th fl oor, The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spawww.royalparadise.com

Open daily 11-14:00, 18-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 340666

With spectacular and panoramic views of Patong and the Andaman Sea from the 25th fl oor of the The Royal Paradise Resort & Spa and the splendour of a glamourous setting with the unparalleled delights of Cantonese style Chinese food, The Royal Kitchen is a venue that is not to missd on any diner's list.

Peking Duck, a traditional Cantonese favourite, is the signature dish of the house. A show of artistry sees the carving of the crisp skin into thin slices. Diners then wrap the succulent slices in a pancake with green onion, cucumber slices and a sweet sauce to savour.

Other delicacies include the Hong Kong Beef which is fried three times, the fi nal in a sweet sauce, that is served moist and tender, and is a delight to the taste. The Szechuan Soup holds ham and a variety of vegetables while the Asparagus and the Fried Rice with ham and vegetables provide a tasty complement to the meal.

Divine dishes in a traditional Chinese setting with unsurpassed views make The Royal Kitchen a dining venue to savour.

Near the circle and fresh market in Phuket Townwww.salvatorestaurant.com

Looking for a break from the tourist spots on Phuket’s west coast – and the best pizza on the island? Follow the locals to Salvatore’s, a rustic 'trattoria' in Phuket Town. Salvatore off ers traditional Italian cuisine using only the fi nest fresh ingredients, such as linguini alla bottarga, sea bass in salt crust, gnocchi with fresh sausage and pizza baked in a wood-burning oven.

Other specialties are created with local shellfi sh, like mouth-watering lobster ravioli and fettucini with crab. Start with the bruschetta, with delicately skinned tomatoes and fresh herbs and beef carpaccio with olive oil.

The food is prepared under the careful eye of the Sardinian executive chef and owner, Salvatore Cossu, a fi xture on Phuket’s restaurant scene for his cooking skills. He personally shops for the vegetables and fi sh in local markets. The bread is baked daily; the pastas and sausages are home-made.

Ask him about daily food specials as well as wine suggestions. Salvatore off ers about 60 labels, including Sardinian wines.

The service is warm and the ambience is friendly. But the real star is the food.

Salvatore’s Italian

Open 12-14:00, 18-23:00 Closed Mondays | Tel: +66 (0)76 225958

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Climax Restaurant International

On the 5th Fl. of Absolute Bangla Suites on Bangla Road, Patongwww.theclimax.net, [email protected]

Open daily 07:30-11:00, Bar till 2 am | Tel: +66 (0)76 343612, +66 (0)86 855 8586

Climax Pool Dining & Music Lounge is located on the roof top of Patong’s newest design resort, Absolute Bangla Suites, and off ers an extensive variety of dining options and drinks, in a chic and sophisticated fi ne dining restaurant while enjoying a bird’s eye view of Patong.

Jose Luis Duran Sanles, the Director of Food and Beverage in Absolute Resorts & Hotels off ers an extensive seductive and sensual western and Thai fusion menu along with exotic signature cocktails, which can be savoured in the al fresco setting. This ultimate high-class experience promises to arouse the senses with delectable appetizers, sumptuous seafood, succulent Climax imports, and tempting and desirable desserts.

All of it with the warmest and hippest atmosphere on the island; along with the most friendly and kindest service you have ever experienced.

With a seating capacity of 78, a drinks menu numbering in the hundreds and a VIP room, which can be used as a separate function room for private, corporate and special functions, Climax off ers the ideal venue for any occasion.

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Nikita’s International

Southern Phuket's premier beach bar and restaurant, Nikita's at Rawai is one of the island's favourite beach-side restaurants. The absolute seafront, garden-sala café-bar with fantastic views over the islands in Chalong Bay, a shady setting and deliciously cool sea breeze is unbeatable for relaxing away balmy afternoons and evenings.

Time means nothing at Nikita's. Located on peaceful Rawai Beach, Nikita's well-trained team off ers real Thai hospitality to guests – who sit happily, daydreaming for hours, observing life on the water and chatting with friends. The extensive menu of authentic Thai food, fresh seafood dishes and the now famous wood-fi red pizzas, along with a selection of over 50 quality wines, cool cocktails, icy cold beers, English draught Cider, delicious fruit shakes, an excellent coff ee menu and service with a smile – seems to be a winner with visitors as well as the many regular locals who make Nikita's a second home.

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

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

Open daily 09:00 until late | Tel: +66 (0)76 288703, +66 (0)081 091 5788

Baan Yin Dee Fusion/International

Few destinations in the world can host an evening of enjoyment with sophisticated fl air and unrivalled ambience. Unprecedented luxury and comfort characterise Baan Yin Dee. “Warm Welcome Home”, the English translation of Baan Yin Dee, is an apt name for this upscale retreat that truly is to be discovered. Traditional Thai hospitality, the pleasing sounds of the piano and the superb dinner make for a relaxing occasion.

The international and fusion fl are at BYD come alive in the dishes so delicately prepared and presented. The White Snapper in crispy Pancetta skin served with warm lentil salad and potato basil straw and the BYD Fusion, chicken breast stuff ed with scallops and served with herb gnocchi and asparagus scented cherry tomato lay testimony to Chef Fabien’s creativity in preparing delectable delights.

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

Muean Ngern Road south end of Patongwww.baanyindee.com

Open daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 294104-6 ext 5

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Mom Tri's Kitchen International

Open Daily 07:00-23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333569

Mom Tri's Villa Royale, Kata Noiwww.momtriphuket.com

Enjoy fi ne dining in an award winning restaurant set just above the rocks and overlooking Kata Noi Beach. Panoramic sea views combined with the sound of the waves below create a peaceful, sensually indulgent and romantic setting.

Mom Tri’s Kitchen off ers Thai and international cuisine served either on the open-air terraces, covered patio or Thai sala. Two exuberant menus off er delicious creations from Executive Chefs Darren and Sura. Popular dishes include hot crab souffl é, grilled tiger prawns, Phuket lobster and Angus beef tenderloin. Mom Tri's Villa Royale is the winner of the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence for 5 years in a row and has over 700 labels including an extensive organic wine list and 16 wines by the glass.

Guests can enjoy watching the sunset during happy hour from 6pm to 7pm and receive 50% discount on cocktails and beer. Situated on the only road into to Kata Noi, the entrance can easily be found on the hill between Kata Beach and Kata Noi Beach. Open from 7am to 11:30pm; reservations are recommended.

Plum Fine Dining18-23 Closed Mon Vanilla Sky 17–00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 337300

Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff www.capesienna.com, [email protected]

The new chic modern resort Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas brings the sophisticated style of city living to the tropical beauty of Phuket Island. Cape Sienna awaits you in our two unique dining venues, both with outstanding service, fi ne cuisine and views to match. It’s chic! It’s modern! It’s hip! It’s laidback! It’s Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas.

Plum Fine Dining Restaurant is a night time venue with a sophisticated yet intimate atmosphere. The food at PLUM is described best as “Mediterranean Fine Dining experience…down to earth”, a festival of fl avours and tastes, rarely found nowadays. It is a hotel dining experience unlike any you've ever had with an emphasis strictly on fresh and organic products.

Vanilla Sky Bar & Lounge – the pinnacle of the resort serves distinctive cocktails and interesting Tapas together with a breathtaking view of Kamala Bay. Stepping out on the terrace and slipping into one of the chairs will give you a sensation of having reached a small piece of heaven on earth.

Come for the Cape Sienna experience and be surprised by the amazing location, delicious food, great drinks, good music and stunning view…

Plum Fine Dining / Vanilla Sky Mediterranean/Tapas Bar

The pier of Chalong Bay (next to Kan Eang @pier)www.vsetrestaurant.com, [email protected]

VSET is a "restaurant at its extraordinary best". VSET, pronounced "Vi-Sate", in Thai means "extraordinary".It is the fi rst gastronomic restaurant along Chalong pier and has a naturally-thatched roof, quaint interior decor and an open kitchen where you can see the Master Chef Ronnie Macuja and his talented team at work. Whether you prefer indoor or outdoor seating, this intimately proportioned establishment serves up delicious fare in a homey atmosphere.Multi-award winning chef Ronnie Macuja's creations combine well-known methods with a bit of local fl are and creativity producing a stellar menu in the process. Notable dishes include: Phuket Lobster Salad with long green eggplants in crustacean dressing, Foie Gras Parfait, Cognac-fl amed Lobster Bisque, Australian Lamb Cutlet, Red Snapper Steak with balsamic-roasted cherry tomato and Honey-glazed Pork Belly. These only touch the surface of the experience while a fi ne wine list can add the ideal twist and a tantalizing selection of desserts rounds off a full set of fl avours. It is a restaurant centered on the palate, but it is how all its attributes fi t together that make it a truly extraordinary place.

VSET Modern Western Cuisine

Open daily 11:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)89 727 0067, +66 (0)76 381159

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76 Bar Drink & Dine Fusion/Western/Thai

76 Bar Drink & Dinewww.thenappatong.com

Open daily 06:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 343111

A smart and stylish restaurant and bar with warm ambiance that has a homey feel to it yet is a place to eat, drink and be seen, 76 Bar Drink & Dine off ers a relaxing occasion. Enjoy the sophisticated selection of cocktails such as the Mojito and the Vodkatini and savour the diverse and delightful Fusion Thai and Mediterranean cuisine and the fi ne wines from around the world.

The Carpaccio of Wagyu Beef with chanterelles, asparagus, rocket and parmesan cheese and Sautéed Foie Gras on toasted brioche with vanilla honey and balsamic strawberry are superb starters while the Roasted Duck Breast served with mushroom risotto, peaches and Sichuan pepper jus and Angus Tenderloin served with porcini mushroom, rosti and Sangiovase sauce as equally satisfying entrées.

Top it all off with a delectable dessert! The passion fruit and mango bavaroise with a rosa regale wine and watermelon granite as well as the perfect combination of white chocolate mousse, peach and pineapple delight with a glass of selected dessert wine off ers harmonious delights with which to share.

ItalianDa Vinci

Conceptualisations and ingenuity in the form of Italian cuisine come to Nai Harn! Relish an authentic style of cooking of a diverse array of favourites and new combinations served in a cozy ambiance or savour pizzas in a separate casual seating area by a wood-fi red oven.

Welcoming tastes and sights abound at Da Vinci with tantalizing temptations served from the kitchen with fresh ingredients as signature items in every dish. The Lasagne Al Forno, home made lasagne layers of pasta made with beef and tomato sauce and the Spaghetti Neri Pomodorini Calamari E/ Gamberi, black spaghetti with tomato, squid and prawn off er unique tastes and texture combinations with the richness of their fl avours refl ected in the quality of the ingredients.

The Scaloppine Al Vino Bianco Con Patate are two appetizing escalopes with white wine served with potatoes were perfectly cooked fi llets of pork.

For superlative Italian cuisine with the freshest of ingredients, be sure to try Da Vinci and discover a renaissance of food.

Centre of Nai Harn on the road to Rawaiwww.davinciphuket.com

Open daily 17:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 289574

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Baluchi Indian

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

Baluchi is located in the heart of Patong and in Karon yet the relaxed atmosphere of both restaurants with soft background Indian music, creates a great ambience to relish a hearty meal with your family or to entertain your friends or clients.

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

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

Open daily 13:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 292526, +66 (0)76 284555

Around PhuketWhite Box Modern Mediterranean/Asian

Past Novotel Resort after Sunset Resort on the beach sidewww.whiteboxphuket.com

Open daily 17:00-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 346271, +66 (0)76 680410

Often the ideal dining and nightlife venue has an unsurpassed beachfront setting with views of the Andaman Sea and the setting sun at dusk. Once a house nestled on the beach and known to locals as White Box due to its colour and shape, White Box off ers is now a two and a half storey building that holds an outdoor rooftop bar and both an outdoor and air conditioned dining area on the fi rst fl oor.

Superlative dishes such as the Pan Fried Snowfi sh with Porcini and White Truffl e Sauce and Wagyu Beef Tartare Classic are pleasing to the eye and tantalize the taste buds.

After dinner, move to the roof top bar for an after dinner cocktail and to enjoy parties with the best Dj’s from Phuket and abroad.

A superlative beachside location with views of Patong Beach that has a lively social and nightlife scene, an outstanding cuisine make White Box a venue to frequent.


Condominium

Short stay or long stay

One bedroom with kitchen and living room Less than 30 days includes maid service and room cleaning 1,500 THB per day.More than 30 days (minimum 6 months) 18,000 monthly excluding maid service.

Two bedroom with kitchen and living room Less than 30 days includes maid service and room cleaning 2,500 THB per day. More than 30 days (minimum 6 months) 28,000 monthly excluding maid service.

This condo is located near Tesco Lotus and Central Festival and has private swimming pool and car park.

Evason Phuket & Bon Island, Rawaiwww.evasonphuket.com, [email protected]

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Into the Sea Modern Logical Cuisine

Open Tues-Sat 18:00-22:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 381010 ext 6

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Into the Sea, one of the restaurants at the Evason Phuket & Bon Island established its reputation by off ering modern Mediterranean cuisine and a stunning panoramic view over the Andaman Sea.Raising the bar higher, Into the Sea’s Modern Logical Cuisine showcases the latest innovations in the form of new creative interpretations of a cuisine that has both visual and textural appeal. The taste and a focus on fresh, wholesome, local ingredients are paramount.The wine program, created by our sommelier, Harry Haan, has been granted the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the second year in a row.After tasting literally hundreds of wines over the years we only approve a handful for the consideration. We taste the bad wines, so you don’t have to! We hope you get as much pleasure drinking our wines and eating our food as we do!Parking available directly at the restaurant. Please show this page at the entrance gate.


The Siam Supper Club International

The Siam Supper Club is defi nitely an icon!! It screams the word. There are few places in the world that provoke such a sense of time and place.

The venue is a long bar and grill that has become synonymous with the cool of a bygone age still leaving it's sophisticated imprint. It's cool... in the same way scotch on the rocks is cool. Beautiful... no glorious jazz fi lling the few empty spaces. One of the most interesting collections of sepia black and whites remain true to this same time and place.

When one is at The Siam Supper Club, one has to give up the mantle of tourist or visitor and for a brief time assume the rank of resident or... Phuketian. For when you're at The Siam Supper Club you are well and truly placed in a subtley lit and timbered comfort zone where a cocktail is still a cocktail damn it, the wines are big and the fabulous food reminds you of how things used to be. Ah! The tropics!

Big wines. Fabulous food. Great music.

Outside the gates of Laguna at Tinlay Placewww.siamsupperclub.com

Open daily 18:00-01:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 270936

Rossovivo Pizza Pasta Grill Italian

Aptly named for its stylish and tasteful red interior, Rossovivo or red colour, is a recently opened Italian restaurant in Rawai. With its smart décor and casual ambience along with a superb menu of authentic Italian cuisine, this place to dine is destined to turn heads and attract attention.

Appetizers to indulge in are the Clams in garlic, lemon and white wine sauce and the Salmon Carpaccio with green peppers. Fresh seafood and accompaniments along with various Italian breads that are baked daily in the restaurant make for an unbeatable start. All the pasta is also freshly made at the restaurant and the Gnocchi with gorgonzola cheese and speck and Bolognese style Tagliatelle are a delicious combination of both pasta dishes.

To top off the meal, go for a dessert drink – a Lemon Sorbet with vodka. Refreshing and pleasing to the tastebuds, it'll keep you asking for more.

Rossovivo off ers smart surroundings and superb food that is reasonably priced. Try it just once and you'll certainly be back again!

Fisherman Way Business Garden, Rawaiwww.rossovivo.asia

Open daily 11:00-15:30, 18:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 384686

The pier of Chalong Baywww.kaneang-pier.com, [email protected]

Kan Eang, meaning feel at ease, invites you to unwind with the soothing sounds of the waves, enjoy a stunning view of Chalong Bay and savour freshly caught seafood, local Thai delights and selected Japanese dishes.

Kan Eang@pier is more than a restaurant, it is a destination. Originally called Kan Eang 1, the name was changed after renovations. Kan Eang 1 with more than 30 years of preparing great seafood dishes had long been a favourite among both locals and visitors from around the world Kan Eang@pier is no diff erent and continues the tradition of satisfying any palate with their selected fresh seafood and local specialties.

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

This restaurant with its friendly and attentive staff and seaside tables and chairs in an idyllic setting off ers a relaxing and pleasant dining experience day or night. Enjoy a panoramic view of the yacht harbour and close islands.

Kan Eang@pier Seafood/Thai

Open daily 10:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)83 173 1187, +66 (0)76 381212

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Kantok Restaurant Thai

Burasari Patong Beachwww.burasari.com

Open daily 11:30-22:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 370000

Kantok Restaurant off ers you a natural and warm ambiance where traditional healthy food is matched with fun and exciting traditional dance. “The Kantok” table was originally used by the northern households welcoming guests of importance into their homes.

Our Thai set menu is attentively prepared, beginning with our Thai appetizer platter which includes items which continue to be a rare delicacy these days due to the delicate mix of ingredients to create an old and unique taste. A sampling of our main event including green curry with chicken, Mussaman curry and our famed red duck curry is something not to be missed. End your distinct culinary experience with a local Thai dessert.

Enjoy our Thai classical dance show which runs everyday from 7 to 9pm and is accompanied by a Thai traditional orchestra.

If you haven’t tried the best red duck curry in town or yet seen a Thai classical dance, it is well worth the eff ort of doing so. It is beautifully relaxing and an almost hypnotic way to enjoy the evening.

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

Patong Seafood International

Open daily 08:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 341244

Take a journey into the home of real Thai food! Patong Seafood Restaurant was the fi rst seafood restaurant to open in the then village-like Patong. It has changed very little from those days except for a major refurbishment after the 2004 tsunami in which major damage was sustained.

The restaurant was rebuilt as it was in original Thai style with open dining area and a high circular design ceiling. Only the freshest seafood is brought straight from the boat and market to give you the fi nest selections, which are on display – chilled and ready to eat. The kitchens at Patong Seafood Restaurant are a place to behold, where their chefs with simply so many years of experience, prepare your seafood and other Thai delicacies to perfection.

The fi rst thing that you will notice are the friendly staff . The smiles, the attentiveness and the helpfulness in making your choice are something you will appreciate and you will then know why many visitors and locals come back time and time again to enjoy this real taste of Thailand.

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on the fi rst Asian Tourthe new Majesty Yachts

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Majesty Yachts embarked on their fi rst tour of Asia and cruised from Singapore to Malaysia and Phuket and back. The boats were open to inspection and conducted sea trials. Tony Nixey, Managing Director of Go Boating Thailand, and his team were heavily involved in the whole tour and were requested by Gulfcraft to captain the yachts during the tour and arrange for marketing material to promote the yachts for the international media.

Tony commissioned Helicam Co Ltd to obtain aerial images and High Defi nition Video that will be used for marketing and promoting the yachts. Tony remarked “the footage is excellent and allows his customers to see the boats in action from above. The Helicam crew launched the 5ft remote piloted helicopter from one of the yachts to achieve the aerial images.

Preview the sample video go to the Helicam Channel onYou Tube: www.youtube.com/HelicamAsiaor contact Helicam on +66 (0)87 281 0451 / +66 (0)89 874 7464For Majesty Yacht equieries: www.goboatingthailand.comTel: +66(0)87 056 6301

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About the SchoolWith the backdrop of the Andaman Sea and over an acre of grounds, Palm House School aims to provide children with an idyllic, caring and modern primary school experience. Using the IPC, delivered by experienced and driven teachers with a passion for their profession, Palm House will join the thousands of other IPC schools around the world in providing a stimulating and balanced curriculum in a logical and thematic manner.

FacilitiesPalm House School provides purpose designed and built facilities in extensive tropical grounds that consist of: air conditioned classrooms with wireless internet and interactive whiteboards, reference library, outdoor hardcourt, grass playing fi eld, large landscaped outdoor play area.

International Primary CurriculumThe IPC focuses children’s learning on a combination of knowledge, skills and understanding. No one can properly predict the nature of work and life opportunities that will be available for today’s primary age children by the time they are adults. Many of the jobs they will have don’t yet exist; especially in the fi elds of ICT, technology and science. So the IPC focuses on a skills-based approach, developing adaptable and resilient globally-minded learners, prepared for the fast-changing world that they’ll be living and working in.

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Palm House Primary School in Rawai

Palm House’s philosophy is simple: to provide intelligent and quality primary teaching in environmentally aware and caring surroundings with an International curriculum that is both forward thinking and astute. Palm House is located in Rawai, making it the ideal option for families living and working in the South West of the island.

ObjectivesWe aim to ensure the quality of our education by:

Providing The International Primary Curriculum (I.P.C.) for ages 5-11 years• Providing and retaining highly qualifi ed and experienced teaching staff • Providing regular and honest student progress reports to parents• Implementing clear communication lines between parents and teaching staff • Providing up to date information concerning relevant school matters• Enriching the I.P.C with Thai culture and language studies daily• Providing English as a Second Language (ESL) support where necessary• Providing a broad range of extra-curricular activities• Encouraging the ethos of kindness, respect and a desire to discover the • world around themPromoting healthy and safe living and life habits•

Phuket Educational Services Co., Ltd.21/1 Moo 2, Soi Salika, Viset Road, T. Rawai, A. Muang, Phuket 83130Tel: +66 (0)76 288630 Mobile: +66 (0)80 879 7173Email: [email protected] Website: www.palmhouseprimaryschool.com

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Six Senses Spa

Six Senses Signature – Men’s Indulgence

Herbal Steam & Sauna 30 min

Oriental Massage 50 min

Men's Facial 50 min

Foot Recovery 30 min

Healthy Tamarind Smoothie Drink 3 hrs

Six Senses Signature – Ladies Pampering

Herbal Steam & Sauna 30 min

Manicure & Pedicure 100 min

Soothing Facial 50 min

Healthy Tamarind Smoothie Drink 3.5 hrs

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

Special Package off er for Shop WINDOW on LifestyleSpecial Price: 3,500 Baht Net/Person

Location

The winner of several international awards including the Luxury Travel & Style Magazine, Australia as 10th Place Best Overseas Spa 2009, the luxuriously appointed spa at Evason Phuket & Bon Island is spread over three fl oors and sets a new standard in spa design. The Six Senses Spa provides a relaxing and revitalising experience as well as healing treatments and off ers a comprehensive menu of signature treatments and specialist practitioner programmes for holistic wellness, rejuvenation and beauty. Using only natural products including therapeutic quality essential oils as the basis of the aromatherapy skincare products for most of the face and body treatments, skilled therapists create sensory journeys to rejuvenate and balance the senses.

The aim of the spa is to off er clients a new kind of spa experience, one that is truly holistic, tailor-made and designed to rejuvenate and energise and ultimately provide the knowledge, tools and support that is required to create a better quality of life for all. It is our mission to deliver spa experiences that are both unique and memorable, and very much beyond expectations.

The pyramid of six spheres used to identify Six Senses Spas, represents the philosophy that is fundamental to the human experience whereby the foundation spheres represent the three primary senses of sight, sound and touch. The second level balances upon this foundation by satisfying the more acute senses of taste and smell. The apex sphere symbolizes a sense of elation discovered only by balancing the fi rst fi ve – the unique experience of all senses elevated beyond expectations.

Six Senses has created a body temple incorporating the principles of feng shui using fi re and water, which delights beyond all expectations. The spa is open and spacious in design, utilising the beautiful outdoors for Asian style treatments and indoor treatment rooms for specialised and signature therapies. Couples treatment rooms with sunken Jacuzzis are available for mini day and day package getaways or a la carte treatments.

All guests participate in a health assessment prior to the fi rst treatment so that needs are identifi ed and maximised results are achieved. A great importance is placed on the relaxation element of the spa experience and guests may stay in the spa to enjoy the sauna and herbal steam or rest in grass roofed salas.

The Sense Spa endeavours to deliver experiences that are memorable and unique and and that exceed expectations. Discover a range of treatments to choose from and with advice from therapists, fi nd options of body and beauty care, mind and body balancing and juice and herbal remedies.

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Evason Phuket& Bon Island

Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7100 Vised Road, Moo 2, Rawai 83130Email: [email protected] Website: www.evasonphuket.comSpa

Massage of the Month Pampering Price!9am – 12 am Special Price Holistic, Oriental, Energizer 50 minutesSpecial Price 1,500 baht net (Normal Price 2,942.50 baht)*treatments to be fi nished by 1 pm

Spa Local menu is available; please to contact spa reception for more information

Reservation conditions:Validity until 31st October 2011• All prices are non–commission•

Happy Hour 9am-1pm!Enjoy 20% discount off from a la carte treatments(Excluded Promotion Package, Massage of the month & Beauty treatments)*treatments to be fi nished by 2 pm

Prices are inclusive of 10% Service Charge & 7% Government Tax. 2.5% of each guest bill is pledged to Six Senses Carbon Senses Fund. A large reforestation project in Thailand that will not only mitigate carbon emissions, but also create local jobs, create wildlife corridors, increase awareness on forest and wildlife preservation, and restore biodiversity

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The Royal Spa and Health Club

In the heart of bustling Phuket Town lies a quiet haven of heavenly peace. With the continuous sounds of water, trickling, bubbling and steaming, and with the sweet fruity scents that fi ll the air, the being is enticed into a fl owing stillness of body and mind.

The Royal Spa and Health Club is a popular tropical day spa with both locals and visitors alike, which is managed by the Royal Spa Development and Management Company. With an excellent reputation in the spa development industry through its experience and attention to detail, the Royal Spa and Health Club off ers a distinctly personal experience.

Of the signature treatments, the Royal Stone Therapy is one that is particularly interesting. The Hot Stone massage technique, founded 5000 years ago, uses black volcanic stones, which are heated and placed on the body, producing a profound eff ect, 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 off ers the ‘one stop services for Thai spa business’ and a quality of relaxed professionalism, rarely found in luxury spa resorts.

Right now The Royal Spa have 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 anytime. As a special for our 8th year anniversary, we off er 'BUY ONE GET ONE FREE' value.

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Open daily 9:00 – 22:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 236663, +66 (0)76 236056

367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100Email: [email protected] Website: www.theroyalspa.com

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

Some treatments & packages at The Royal SpaPrices range from 1,200 to 6,500 Baht

The Royal Ayurvedic Massage 90 min

Ayurvedic Massage or Abhyanga is a full body massge with medicated oils to balance specifi c conditions.

Hot Stone Massage 90 min

Hot Stone Massage is a specialty massage that uses black volcanic heated stones to make you feel deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the stress that is held within your body.

The Royal Signature package 4 hrs

The Royal Honey Body Treatment (scrub and wrap)The Royal Experience MassageThe Royal FacialMilky Bath

This Privilege applies to the 14 following locations:

Phuket The Royal Spa & Health Club +66 (0)76 236663The Royal Spa Ao Chalong Villa Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 381691The Royal Spa Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort +66 (0)76 286100The Royal Spa Ramada Resort +66 (0)76 396666-7The Royal Spa The Village Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 398200-5The Royal Spa Sugar Palm Resort & Spa +66 (0)76 284404The Royal Spa @ Malisa Villa Suites +66 (0)76 284760The Royal Spa The Beach Boutique House +66 (0)76 333113The Royal Spa Absolute Patong Ville Resort +66 (0)76 294500 The Royal Spa At Panta +66 (0)76 275002-14

Phang NgaThe Royal Spa Borsaen Villa & Spa +66 (0)76 418888The Royal Spa Haadson Resort +66 (0)76 593510

PattayaAvarin Spa Managed by The Royal Spa +66 (0)38 256555

TradThe Royal Spa Koh Chang Kacha Resort & Spa +66 (0)39 551223

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Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My fi rst feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of the Sukko spa was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design, infl uenced 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 fi lled 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 fl oat away past stresses and wish for luck and joy from that moment on.

A variety of 40 spa treatments – prepared by Sukko's certifi ed Thai Herbalist and based on ancient Thai medical theory – is off ered at Sukko, in packages lasting from 2 hours to 4 hours. Each package has a specifi c purpose and can be selected to suit your lifestyle or the way you feel on the day. These herbal recipes and procedures have been handed down through generations and are totally free of petrochemicals, synthetic perfumes or colouring. Some of the herbs and spices are grown in Sukko’s own herb garden and picked just for your treatment, ensuring they are as fresh as can be.

I was pampered with the ‘All-Soother’ package, a 2 1/2 hour experience that left me feeling relaxed and refreshed. This four-treatment combination began with 30 minutes in the steam room and the Jacuzzi, followed by a Thai Turmeric Body Scrub designed to soften your skin and awaken your senses. The scrub was followed by a traditional Thai massage, the pressure applied gently but fi rmly. "Is this pressure okay? Too strong? How are you feeling?" my therapist asked me from time to time. “Mmm… perfect…” were the only responses that seemed to suit how I felt. My last step, which came all too soon, was the Thai Herb Purifying Facial Treatment, using creams and herbs that left my face feeling smooth and glowing – and even looked good enough to eat!

Sukko Spa’s restaurant, Suk Savoey Spa Cuisine, presents a unique concept: "Menu by Blood Types" and "Menu by Element". For those who want to exercise, the Suk Sanan Club provides a myriad of fi tness opportunities,

including ‘Rue Sri Dat Ton’ (the hermit self stretching), a traditional Thai exercise or, for something more strenuous, try ‘Muay Thai Chaiya’, a traditional and eff ective art of self-defense. Parents who come to Sukko to relax can leave their kids at Suk Zon Kid's Club, where they will enjoy with a variety of fun yet safe activities.

Sukko Spa, one of Phuket’s most luxurious spas, is located on Chaofa Road just 30 minutes from Phuket International Airport, 10 minutes from Phuket Town, 30 minutes from Kata or Karon Beach and 20 minutes from Patong Beach. It is creatively designed in a contemporary Thai style, set amongst 15 rai (6 acres) of luxuriously landscaped tropical forest.

Sukko Cultural Spa

Relaxing Pleasure 150 min

Steam/Jacuzzi, Serenity Aromatherapy Body Massage, Stimulating Foot Massage, Tea for Time.

Heaven of Silk 180 min

The particles of Thai silk powder are so small that they can be easily absorbed through the skin, helping to nourish and maintain it completely. This is a four-step treatment with Royal Thai Silk Body Mask, Wild Honey Milk Floral Bath, Aromatherapy Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Spa and Tea for Time.

Celebrity’s Secret 180 min

Steam/Jacuzzi, Herbal Salt Body Scrub, Floral Milk Bath, Aromatherapy Body Massage, Exclusive Royal Thai Silk Facial Treatment, Floral Body Spray, Herbal Tea and Healthy Snack.

Luxurious Desire 240 min

Steam/Jacuzzi, Golden Sugar Body Scrub, Wild Honey Milk Bath, Jasmine Night Aromatherapy, Body Massage, Royal Thai Silk Facial Treatment, Stimulating Foot Massage, Tea for Time

Romance Holiday Half Day

Creating the ultimate love space for each other is a magical essence of love that will be a delightful reminder of your romantic holiday in Phuket.

Start with a traditional “Sukko” culture and be welcome by “Flower Floating Ritual” : Float away the past stress and plan for the new bliss; “Thai Floral Water Greeting Ritual” Delightful ritual to wish you luck and joy; “Thai Element for Time Drink”; Balance the “Lom” – Wind Element, Spa consultation for “Love Celebration Package“: Steam & Jacuzzi Service, Golden Sugar Body Scrub, Rose of Love Aromatic Bath, Siam Jasmin Aromatherapy Body Massage, Exclusive Royal Thai Silk Facial Treatment, Thai Floral Water Body Spray, Relax with Tea for Time and Healthy Snack, including of Dinner “Seafood Basket” with Wine at the Suk Savoey Restaurant.

Sukko means "Beyond Happiness". My fi rst feeling when I stepped through the impressive gates of the Sukko spa was, "I’m in paradise". The Sukko staff are dressed beautifully in traditional Thai style and the spa design, infl uenced by the ancient Siamese capital, creates a haven of calm yet regal serenity. I felt I had left all my troubles behind.

Some treatments & packages at Sukko Spa

Open daily 09:00 – 22:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 263222, +66 (0)76 2645335/10 Chaofa-West Rd., Thumbon Vichit, Muang, Phuket, Phuket 83100Email: [email protected] Website: www.sukkospa.comSpa

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“The Best Spa In Southeast Asia”

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Bobby Duchowny studied aromatherapy – a healing art that promotes massage, when combined with specifi c 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 off ering over 90 oils and a wide range of body care products through many outlets, as well as supplying many of Thailand’s top resorts and spas with aromatherapy oils.

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

Lemongrass HouseTo 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.

Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 271233

10/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100Website: www.lemongrasshouse.com

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 25 per cent 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 diff erent scents at diff erent times of day. It’s a good idea to get a variety of essential oils and experiment with what smells and feels good to you,” he says. “Our aromatherapy massage and body oils can be either uplifting or calming to the spirit. They’re carefully balanced hand-blended oils created by adding pure essential oils to nourishing, vitamin E enriched, sweet almond and jojoba base oils.

Lemongrass has won many awards, including Condé Nast Hot List 2007, and has been featured in several top magazines, including Time Magazine’s “Best of Asia”. According to Time, “If you want to smell like no one else, try mixing a selection from the more than 90 natural scents at Lemongrass House.”

Lemongrass House is located in Cherngtalay, Surin Beach and Chalong, where you can buy their full range of spa products at modest prices, making perfect gifts for friends and family who can enjoy the aromatic scents of Asia in the privacy of their homes – no matter where in the world they live.

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81 Moo 5, Chalermprakiet Ror–9 Rd., T. Vichit, A. Muang, Phuket 83000Tel: +66 (0)76 304460 Fax: +66 (0)76 304468Web: www.hafele.co.th

Aquasys stone resin wash basin and bathIs produced from a non-porous, hygienic, stain and chemical resistant, repairable material. The appearance of it will retain its original beauty for many years with minimum maintenance being required.

Stone resin material allows architects, building and interior designers to mould the creation of modern beautiful bathroom products which are not only highly attractive, but also have clean lines to produce a stunning bathroom setting.

The solid surface is a renewable decorative surface material manufactured from an advanced blend of acrylic modifi ed polyester resin and mineral fi llers. This allows for the creation of unique designs which are not able to be produced from normal ceramic materials.

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Stone resin product featuresA light scratch can be removed just with water.Has a solid surface which is protected from humidity.

MaterialPolycarbonate resin (orthophthalic), calcium carbonate.Surface gel coat to ensure a long-lasting and waterproof surface.

FinishWhite, giving a clean and beautiful bathroom appearance.

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Cleaning Service Fresh, clean surroundings and a healthy working environment are not only prerequisites for a functional environment, but also the basis for well-being and employee productivity. ISS has set new standards within cleaning services by off ering effi cient and fl exible cleaning solutions. All of our solutions are based on each individual customer’s needs and wishes. We are constantly developing new methods, tools and materials, which help improve the cleaning as well as the working conditions of our employees while minimizing any negative eff ects on the environment.

ISS Facility Services Co., Ltd.

117/9 M.5 T. Ratsada, A. Muang, Phuket 83000Tel: +66 (0)76 610315-6 Fax: +66 (0)76 610314Mobile: +66 (0)83 505 6667E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]: www.th.issworld.com

Our skilled and motivated employees are an essential part of our success, because it is our employees’ attitude, service-level and eff orts that ensure living up to our customers’ expectations. Therefore we put a lot of eff ort into recruitment, employee development and people management. Only by off ering attractive working conditions we can hire the qualifi ed people we need to deliver high quality service to our customers. With outset in our customer’s needs we provide a customized cleaning solution where scope, level and the combination of services are carefully adjusted to each customer. Ongoing quality control ensures that we constantly live up to the expectations.

Daily Offi ce CleaningPermanently employed full-time staff •

Employees trained in cleaning methods, and customer service•

Specialized / Periodical CleaningSpecialized cleaning solutions for clean rooms, hospitals, health care • and food processing areas, etc.

Interior & Exterior window cleaning, polishing and maintenance•

Dust ControlEntrance mats and carpets•

Mat service and cleaning•

Customized mats•

Washroom ServicesDispensers and washroom articles•

Supply, installation, maintenance and service of washroom • environments

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2,000 sq m showroom

Complete home fit-outs

Contract packages to your budget

Loose or built-in to your own design

Huge selection of flat bamboo furniture

Reclaimed teakwood furniture

Extensive range indoor outdoor furniture

Comprehensive range of patio furniture

Sealy, and hotel mattresses

Extensive range of fabrics, towels, bed linen

Curtains and window blinds

Household and home décor items

Floor and table lamps

View of our 2,000 sq m showroom.

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ContactsTel: +66 (0)76 271297, +66 (0)81 397 7253 Email: [email protected]

ALANNA YAMU

LocationAlanna Yamu overlooks Sapham Bay at Cape Yamu on Phuket’s East Coast. This location is favoured by those wishing to experience a more peaceful and relaxed environment. Cape Yamu has also become synonymous with privacy and luxury and Alanna delivers both.

Classifi cationFrom 22 million Baht (€500k).

ConceptThoughtfully designed to off er a serene tropical island lifestyle, Alanna Yamu was conceptualised by award winning architects, Original Vision. Large, wide frontage, open plan indoor living areas spill onto generous terraces, each with a private infi nity swimming pool. To match the exceptional design, Alanna has been built to the highest quality and by careful selection of materials and fi nishes is proving to require very little maintenance. The overriding principle is quality in design, detailing and construction married with a great sense of space.

SpaceAlanna is a boutique development of only twelve three bedroom duplexes ranging from 324-345 sqm. Each has an open plan lower level incorporating the living, dining, and kitchen areas that seamlessly open onto deep pool terraces. Also at this level are a study, guest bathroom, a generous utility room

and a dedicated storage area. The comfortable open fl oor plan extends to the upper fl oor sleeping areas. The spacious master bedroom has its own terrace and a stunning resort-style bathroom. The remaining two bedrooms also have ensuite facilities and ample storage space.

Design & ConstructionWith concept, design and project direction by Original Vision and project management by local specialist, the Blue Acre the developers have used the highest quality materials throughout, making Alanna a solid investment for years to come.

About the DeveloperOriginal Blue Island Villas is a joint venture development company created by Original Vision, The Blue Acre and a few like-minded investors, with the goal of developing high quality homes and apartments in Phuket. We pride ourselves in our uncompromising approach to design and our dedication to produce the highest achievable quality in our fi nished products.

ManagementFull estate management services are provided by CBRE.

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ContactsTel: +66 (0)85 064 4806 (Agent welcome)Email: [email protected]

VANICH BAYFRONT VILLA

LocationThis property is set in 1.5 Rai (approximately 2,400 sqm) of land on Cape Panwa with stunning views over the sea and of the islands to the east and southeast of Phuket Island. It is conveniently situated to be within easy reach of schools, hospitals and shopping yet in an idyllic private and secluded location.

Classifi cationThe property is off ered at 6.5 million US Dollars, or nearest off er. For sale by the owner.

The property is fully furnished to the highest standard with classic, period and antique furniture and carpets, which are included in the price.

ConceptThe property was designed by a Chiang Mai architect who incidently also designed the Regent (now 4 Seasons) hotel in Chiang Mai. Construction of the residence took a period of two years and is structurally extremely strong. The grounds were lovingly landscaped with large trees and many fruit trees to give a really country estate feel to the property. The property is Thai style on the outside whereas the inside is full of teakwood and imported marble in typical European style.

SpaceThe top fl oor has an approximately 250 sqm master bedroom with views of sunrise and sunset over superb ocean scapes.

The 3rd fl oor has an expansive living and dining area covering about approximately 200 sqm and a Japanese room with expensive teakwood used throughout.

The second fl oor features the entrance hall and large reception area with marble fl oor and sweeping staircase to the fl oor above. This fl oor has three rooms, a study or library, one bedroom in “empire” style and one French style, all fi lled with antique furniture.

The lower fl oor was originally designed as the servants’ quarters but with four rooms they are so extensive as to be able to be converted for any number of uses . There is currently a bedroom, living room, utility room and a kitchen plus a separate 100 sqm offi ce. A waterfall feature hides a wine cellar or storage area.

The property boasts 10 telephone lines and extensive satellite TV facilities with four receiving dishes giving upwards of 250 channels. All areas are fully air conditioned using cassette style ceiling units which ideally blend with the sumptuous surroundings.

This is a home of distinction probably suited for an ambassador or a governor and one could easily imagine this mansion hosting superb garden parties.

PackageThe property is available with full freehold title under a Thai company.

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LocationWithin a short putt of the 13th green, and with an expansive view of Loch Palm Golf Course and lakes, this property is a golfer’s dream home or eminently suitable for someone wishing to relax in a quiet location yet close enough to be able to be at major shopping centres, schools, hospitals and even Patong’s nightlife within a 10 minute drive.

Classifi cationThe property is off ered at 43 million Baht for sale by the owner.

The property is also available for long term (6 month+) rental May – October 180,000 Baht monthly; November – April 250,000 Baht monthly.

SpaceWith a total usable area of 1,650 sqm (living area 335 sqm and external area 250 sqm), The property boasts a master bedroom plus three guest bedrooms. The large master bedroom has a full ensuite bathroom with shower and bath and walk-in changing area and has uninterrupted views over the golf course with full width sliding windows which open straight onto the patio and the 12 metre pool.

ContactsTel: +66 (0)85 064 4806 (Agent welcome)Email: [email protected]

LOCH PALM VILLAS

Each guest bedroom is fully ensuite and also each has their own separate large patio and garden area ideal for relaxing in private.

A large living room also opens directly onto the patio and swimming pool and a poolside area suitable for BBQ and relaxation. The garden has a lawned area and ornamental water garden.

The kitchen is fully fi tted with expansive cupboard space with gas hob/oven plus extraction and enough preparation space to cater for any party.

Separate maid accommodation has a bedroom, kitchen and inside dining and outside cooking and dining area. A separate maids entrance makes for convenient and unintrusive access.

There are a number of covered parking spaces within the gated and walled compound with full 24 hour security guard. The property is airconditioned in all rooms and has full services and has three telephone lines and internet connection.

PackageAvailable with full freehold title under a Thai company.

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LocationLocated in a premium beachfront land at Haad Yao Beach with a spectacular panoramic view. The beach is accessible directly from the villas, which are truly a privilege that you can own. There is easy access from the airport and shopping areas.

Price RangeBeachfront Villas with common pool start from 6.9 million Baht. Condos start from 3.1 million Baht. (Good for investment, good capital gain in approximately 3 years.)

Concept Krabi Sunset, the name says it all. You will have the utmost relaxing holiday in your own villa with a feel like home with a hotel managed facility. We off er both Thai contemporary design and new modern design. New launch on 41 condos with a fantastic sea view. Furniture package can be off ered to all units.

Design & ConstructionKrabi Sunset off ers various designs to maximize your preferences, the absolute beach front villas, to detached houses located 700 metres from Haad Yao Beach. We have houses that are already built and ready for purchase and also off plan projects.

About The DeveloperKrabi Sunset has been in business since 2004 and have gained overseas recognition on good quality construction and after sale on site maintenance management, villa rental program provided.

ManagementKrabi Sunset has our own management company who can personally take care of the villas as if they were our own. First class service with 24 hr security service, wireless internet, satellite TV, housekeeping, gardening, manager on site. Café’ and wine cellar and a traditional spa are provided.

ContactsKrabi Sunset Properties GroupTel: +66 (0) 8 1797 3401, +66 (0) 8 1968 3140 Fax: +66 (0) 7581 8121Email: [email protected], [email protected]: www.krabisunset.com

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ContactsSUER Real Estate Co., LtdPatak Rd., Karon, Muang, Phuket 83100Tel/Fax: +66 (0) 8 6471 3791 Mobile: +66 (0) 8 1892 0247

Pok 089 973 1863 Email: sales@karonbutterfl y.com Gianluca 084 923 2953 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.karonbutterfl y.com

LocationKaron Butterfl y 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 RangeThe company can off er to the customer a variety of apartment sizes and prices

Flower studio apartment start from 2.4m Baht and Butterfl y apartment, from 1 to 2 bedrooms, start from 4.2m Baht.

ConceptKaron Butterfl y Condominium combines Italian and Thai design, creating a modern style that refl ects the best of the two cultures.

Specifi cationAt the end of February 2010, the fi rst phase of the project was completed: Building F with 9 apartments on the ground fl oor all with exclusive gardens. The fi rst fl oor units all have a balcony where you have the possibility to install a jacuzzi aromotherapy. The second fl oor units have, over the balcony, the possibility to have an exclusive roof area. The second phase of the project, Building G where there will be 6 apartments all have the following facilities - 300 sqm swimming pool with jacuzzi, fi tness and wellness centre. At the end of January, begining of February 2011, building "G" was completed. In our project, "Karon Butterfl y", it was thought to accomplish in building "E", a diff erent type of apartment called "Flower Studio". They are apartments on three levels, from 35 to 57 square metres and consist of a kitchen corner with

one bedroom (some unit in open plan) with garden or balcony. Behind the bedroom is located the bathroom with shower toilet and sink. To access the fi rst and second fl oor apartments there is a staircase leading to the covered gangway. The fl ower studio has sea-view or garden-view.

About The DesignersThe Italian Studio Tecnico Associato Architetti Rubelli e Gussago (segreteria@ architettirubelliegussago.it) has worked together with Thai architects SRYT ikon STUDIO ([email protected]) to design the project. See www.architettirubelliegussago.it for details of other projects undertaken.

KARON BUTTERFLY

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ContactsPlace & Space Co., Ltd.100/1000 Moo 5, Rassada, Muang, Phuket 83000Tel: +66 (0) 8 3595 5255, +66 (0) 7626 1999Fax: +66 76 261541Email: [email protected]: www.twovillas.com

WINGS

LocationLocated in quiet, natural surroundings in an historical area of Phuket near Layan and Bangtao beaches, the 14 secluded single-story private homes are akin to a collection of artworks – lovingly designed to off er a sanctuary of peace and inspiration.

Price RangeStarting price from 4.99 Million Baht.

ConceptWings is a creative boutique collection of one-bedroom pool villas especially suited to trendy singles and couples wanting a private, modern abode.

SpaceThe homes each cover 137 square metres (sqm) with at least half of the area dedicated to outdoor living, including a 23.48sqm roof terrace – large enough to easily accommodate a big table with a sun umbrella and deck chairs.

The covered parking area for Wings residents provides enough shaded space for one car per unit and is set away from the homes to minimize disturbances. Residents then walk down a pathway to their private villa entrances.

Privacy is complete once inside each compact Wings compound, where the elongated 17.6m x 8m arrangement off ers a very spacious and functional living environment; separating the living area, bedroom and bathroom, but keeping them well lit with natural light.

The bathroom’s skylight is an novel yet practical feature, which keeps the space well lit with sunlight.

Set in the garden surrounded by a high wall, the 15sqm swimming pool can be directly accessed from the living area, through full-length sliding glass doors.

About the DeveloperThe Twovillas Group namesake comes from the union of talented architects, interior designer, and property experts. Confi dent in their vision to create stylish yet practical private pool residences. The Twovillas Group is a team of creative, forward-thinking property developers with a 20-year track record of experience and who have so far created 19 residential environments in Phuket's Naiharn, Bangtao, and Panwa Bay coastal area.

ManagementThe villa rental and management is professionally-run by The Two Villas Holiday management team, ensuring home owners and visitors consistently receive high standards of service.

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ContactsSales Offi ceOpposite to PIA Day School, Thalang, Phuket 83110Tel: +66 (0)81 396 9307, +66 (0)83 391 3669, +66 (0)87 468 0580Email: [email protected] www.greenhillvillasphuket.com

GREEN HILL VILLAS NEAR PIA DAY SCHOOL

LocationGreen Hill Villas near PIA Day School location has been carefully selected to complement the lifestyle of families wishing to live in Phuket. Living opposite Phuket International Academy Day School means lengthy school runs are a thing of the past. The convenient location also means that trips to the airport, Nai Yang Beach, Blue Canyon Golf Course, Ton Sai Waterfall and local markets are all within a 10 minute drive.

Price RangeGreen Hill Villas near PIA Day School range from 16.5 to 18.7 million Baht

ConceptGreen Hill Villas near PIA. Day School is a small development of 4-7 bedroom villas and building area are 460 sqm. All villas are fi nished to international standards with choice materials used throughout. Each villa has a generous garden, infi nity swimming pool and various options are available.

Design & SpaceExperience homes constructed for foreigners and relax in a luxury Thai-Bali style villa. All areas of the house are perfect for living with beautifully designed gardens, a beautiful view of mountains and nature while being very private. All this uniquely harmonious living is what you can get from the Green Hill Villas Phuket near PIA Day School.

About The DevelopersGreen Hill Villas Phuket near PIA Day School is a project under construction by the Force Construction Company, a company that has experience with high living for foreigners in Phuket. Force Construction Company has expertise in design, construction and selection of suitable materials, all of which emphasize the natural beauty of the environment.

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ContactsBanyan Tree Residences 390/1 Moo 1, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110Tel: +66 (0) 7636 2333Fax: +66 (0) 7636 2334-5Email: [email protected]: www.banyantreeresidences.com

BANYAN TREE RESIDENCES

LocationBanyan Tree Residences is located at Banyan Tree Phuket Resort within Laguna Phuket. The resort is only a 20 minute drive from Phuket International Airport. Comprising 150 luxurious villas fringing a saltwater lagoon and the sandy beaches of Bangtao Bay, Banyan Tree Phuket has earned the honour of being voted one of the ‘World’s Best Places Stay ’by Conde’ Nast Traveler Gold List.

Price RangeBanyan Tree Residences Phuket comprises two-bedroom Pool Villas at USD $1,745,000, to one or two-bedroom DoublePool Villas, which start from USD $2,200,000

Concept Banyan Tree Residences provide an opportunity to invest in your own signature villa, townhouse or apartment in four highly sought-after locations −Bangkok, Bintan, Lijiang and Phuket. Residence owners receive a worry-free lifestyle investment with an annual fi xed return of 6% for 6 years, or share of actual room revenue with the potential to provide an appreciated investment in the years to come.

Benefi tsThe owners will receive 60 days complimentary use of their property every year and are also entitled to the Exchange Programme and membership to the exclusive Banyan Tree Residence Club, which gives privileges at other

Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts worldwide. At Banyan Tree Residences Phuket, the owners will also receive a complimentary Golf Club Membership at Laguna Phuket Golf Club.

Design & ConstructionBanyan Tree is designed with eco-friendly lifestyle homes to lavish and grace your standard of living, imbued with the unique sense of Eastern and Western infl uence, along with the traditional and contemporary, taking into account the social ties and economic necessities that contribute to the importance of congenial communal living.

About The DeveloperLaguna Resorts & Hotels Public Company Limited entered into resort development with the acquisition of the Laguna Phuket site in the early 1980s. The company has gained a reputation as a responsible developer whose interests combine hotels and real estate with an emphasis on quality and environmental protection.

ManagementBanyan Tree Residences is managed by Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts, a leading international operator in the boutique resort and spa industry, founded in 1994. The Banyan Tree is a renowned Asian brand that is synonymous with prestige and luxury, dedicated to provide highly affl uent travelers with premier resort experience and the highest standards of service.

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LocationAn exclusive residential option idyllically situated amidst lush verdant landscaping and only 5 minutes from Bangtao Beach. Laguna Village off ers fi ve distinctive waterfront properties: Deluxe Residences, Laguna Residences, Deluxe Townhomes, Laguna Townhomes, Laguna Village Villas, and The Lofts at Laguna Village

Price RangeThe total area available is from 85 to 1,700 sqm with prices ranging from USD $250,000 to USD $1,800,000.

Benefi tsVilla owners receive complimentary membership to Laguna Phuket Golf Club, plus Residents’ Privilege card to access the facilities of all seven Laguna Phuket hotels and villas. Laguna Village provides resort management and owners also have the option to place their villa into the optional rental pool programme.

ContactsLaguna Property Centre, Canal Village390/1, Moo 1, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110Tel: +66 (0) 7636 2333Fax: +66 (0) 7636 2334-5Email: [email protected]: www.lagunavillage.com

LAGUNA VILLAGE

DesignLaguna Village features residential properties designed in a Thai contemporary style. Detached homes, semi-detached homes and duplex condominiums are available.

About The DevelopersLaguna Resorts & Hotels Public Company Limited, an organization internationally recognised by investors and tourists alike as a responsible developer whose interests combine hotels and real estate with an emphasis on quality and environmental protection.

ManagementLaguna Village’s rental program is managed by Outrigger Enterprises Group, who specialize in the planning, development, management and marketing of full service resort hotels, condominium resorts and vacation ownership resorts throughout the Asia Pacifi c region.

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ContactsNai Harn Baan-Bua Development24/28 Moo 1, T. Rawai, A. Muang Phuket 83130Tel: +66 (0) 7638 8136, +66 (0) 7628 9261-3Fax: +66 (0) 7638 8103 Mobile: +66 (0) 8 9871 3773Email: [email protected] Website: www.naiharnbaanbua.com

LocationBaan Bua is peacefully nestled on the southern most tip of Phuket Island with only a few minutes drive to the splendid powdery, clear blue watered beach known as Nai Harn Beach. Nearby Rawai and Chalong Bay off er various activities along the pier and surrounding areas including banks, restaurants, shops and local markets. 40 mins from Phuket airport.

Price RangeBaan-Bua prices range from 29 to 49.9 million Baht and Baan-Pattama from 7.6 to 18.9 million Baht.

ConceptWith high international construction quality and standards, the villas are set in a spacious lush tropical landscape off ering a tranquil and safe environment – the signature concept being that of a Thai-Balinese architectural development. Be part of creating your dream home with unlimited innovative personalized features re design – resulting in individuality and uniqueness to the property as a whole.

Design & SpaceBy combining traditional Thai-Balinese architecture, the villa design takes full advantage of the surrounding environment and natural weather elements whilst off ering all the conveniences of modern living. The result is a natural tropical, relaxing villa to call home – designed with your specifi cations.

Baan-Bua: This project off ers various design and land lot sizes. We can tailor make your dream by working together on design specifi cations to add that personal touch. Land areas ranging from 868 to 1,979 sqm with the house areas ranging from 450 sqm.

Baan-Pattama: Our latest project with a unique design in a charming environment. The four luxury villa types range from 120 to 305 sqm comprising 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. The master bedroom is adjacent to the private pool and jacuzzi overlooking the waterfront view. The spacious pool terrace and covered outdoor seat enhance outdoor living for relaxation.

About The DeveloperWith 15 years in the property development, Nai Harn Baan-Bua has established a high quality development over the past 10 years with 60 houses complete. Recognized as a responsible development with an emphasis of international standards re construction quality, environmental protection whilst providing a unique lifestyle at great value.

Rental & ManagementNai Harn Baan-Bua is managed by All About Residences Co. Ltd, which maintains an on-site offi ce. A wide selection of rental villas from 1 to 4 bedrooms are available for rent. The property management services are on off er to fi t all residents’ requirements, including 24-hour security, common area maintenance and all aspects of individual residential services and maintenance.

The Legal PackageNai Harn Baan-Bua off er both freehold and leasehold options.

NAI HARN BAAN-BUA

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Contacts88 Land & Houses Sales Offi ce88/1 Moo 5, Chaofa Road West, Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130Tel: +66 (0) 7652 1888, +66 (0) 7638 3888 Fax: +66 (0) 7652 1555Email: [email protected]: www.lhphuket.com

88 LAND & HOUSES PHUKET

Location88 Land & Houses is set in a truly central 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 tourist spots. Easy access to major department stores such as Central Festival, Tesco Lotus, Big C, Index Living Mall and Homepro 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.

Price RangePrices start from an aff ordable 5.8 million Baht.

Concept88 Land & Houses is a secluded residential estate, sitting amid vast verdant green gardens where you can breathe in the luxury of pure air. The estate features just 48 beautiful homes in a pleasant and exclusive social environment, supported by the superior standards of service delivered by Land and Houses.

SpaceSprawling communal gardens, featuring and exercise area and children's playground allow you to maintain a healthy as well as enjoy family fun, whilst state-of-the-art, 24 hour security system complete with CCTV and entrance key cards, makes certain that you are safe at all times. Live a luxury resort-style

life at home as here your extraordinary surroundings will transform every day into a perfect holiday with a superbly designed, large and well-appointed home that is designed to feel like a stylish resort, set in a lush and shady tropical oasis and with access to a complete set of modern facilities that is sure to meet your lifestyle requirements.

Specifi cationThree and four bedroom residences with 3 bathrooms, some with family room and study with maid quarters and all having double car space under cover and with living space from 144 sqm to 200 sqm with balconies and landscaped gardens. Each home is beautifully built and decorated with high quality materials.

About the DeveloperLand 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.

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ContactsKata Rocks Co., LtdTel: +66 (0) 7628 4750Email: [email protected]: www.katarocks.com

LocationKata Rocks is located right on the oceanfront of Phuket’s favoured west coast, giving the site stunning, uninterrupted sunset views of the Andaman Sea and picturesque Ko Phu island. The development lies between Phuket’s two best beaches and is a 2-minute walk from one of the fi nest restaurants on the island.

Price Range34 Sky Villas ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms. All have their own infi nity swimming pools and completely uninterrupted sunset views. Prices start from 32 million Baht.

ConceptKata Rocks is being developed to the highest standards, incorporating the highest levels of luxury, as a private estate with its own oceanfront residential Club House. Our award-winning Sky Villas are a cross between a villa and an apartment. Much larger than most apartments, all feature their own swimming pools and there is a maximum of three units on each block giving the very intimate feel of a villa. The oceanfront Club House will have its own large swimming pool, a bistro and sunset bar. There will also be a luxury spa and gym along with a quiet reading lounge and business center.

SpaceBetween the gentle slope of the Kata Rocks site and the sea is an impressive granite platform, which is only accessible through Kata Rocks. On this platform, nature has placed some stunning rock boulders, which make the site unique

and off er the name Kata Rocks. This also provides a fantastic private lounging area right on the sea to compliment the spacious Club House pool, bistro and sunset bar.

About The DeveloperThe developer behind Kata Rocks is Richard Pope who for over 20 years has specialized in developing high-end residential projects in London. Out of entries from 21 countries, the Kata Rocks development has won several international awards in 2010 including Highly Commended for Best Development in Thailand and Best Apartment in both Thailand and Asia Pacifi c. The architect is the award winning Original Vision and the interiors are designed by celebrity interior designer, Kelly Hoppen MBE.

ManagementKata Rocks will be off ering a very high level of service to its occupants including a full concierge service, chefs for in-home dining, housekeeping, etc. There will also be fully integrated estate management along with a rental and reservation system run in-house to maximize the returns for those owners who wish to rent out their Sky Villas.

KATA ROCKS

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LocationThe site of Anchan Villas has been chosen with care to ensure residents enjoy both the peace and tranquillity of 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 neighborhoods of Laguna Village, one of the islands most desirable residential areas. The pristine sands of Bang Tao Beach are near by and Phuket International Airport is just a short drive away.

Price RangePrice start from 19.7 milion Baht.

ConceptNestled in one of Phuket most prestigious residential areas against a dramatic mountainous backdrop are nine uniquely exclusive yet aff ordable single storey villa style homes, each with their 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 that off ers both the peace and tranquility of a secluded location, while also being a short distance from a pristine coastline with all the modern amenities nearby.

SpaceAnchan Villas are designed to be specious and airy in an attractive and practical layout. The villa built up area start from 515 to 539 sqm and rest on similarly size plot from 768- 933 sqm. The master bedroom is separated from the main living room. Our standard house plan off er a large swimming pool of 14.5x5 metres and a large wooden terrace which is connected to the living room, master bedroom and the garage. The 2nd and 3rd bedroom are separated for enjoying its own private garden.

ContactsPearl Island Propery Co., Ltd.Khun Joop Saetiw, Sales Director Mobile: +66 (0)81 797 055231/13 Moo. 4, Tambol Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket, 83110Tel: +66 (0)76 362600-1 Fax: +66 (0)76 362602 Email: [email protected] Websites: www.anchanvillas.com

ANCHAN VILLAS

Anchan Villas are well designed only high standard materials are used. Anchan Villas was nominated as “HIGHLY COMMENDED” Best villa Development (Phuket) Thailand Property Awards 2009.

Design & ConstructionThe 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 who are seeking a second home in the tropics in a secure neighbourhood. Services provided by the project’s management will 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.

ManagementThe 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, and general repairs, plus 24 hour security. Villa rental management is also off ered to home owners who wish to recuperate on their investment by renting out their home while they are away.

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ContactsSales Offi ceSoi Friendship, RawaiTel: +66 (0) 8 9588 1919, +66 (0) 8 8756 0382Email: [email protected]: www.thai-evagroup.com

EVA BEACH BY EVA GROUP

LocationSet on the beachfront, all units off er uninterrupted sea 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 fl oors. 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 Narn 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.

Price RangeThis 22 villa beachfront development off ers 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.

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

Design & ConstructionPhase 1. All beach front villas are under construction. Villas delivered by August 2011 are available. Show unit available for inspection. Phase 2 Sea view villas available to purchase off plan. 30 year construction guarantee.

About the DeveloperThe Eva Group is a developer and construction company. Over the last 10 years we have been involved in extensive list of property developments in Phuket and Phang Nga. Our three recent successful developments boast high standard quality, prime location and very competitive price per sqm. Full complex service, including: consultancy, architectural work, documentation, and the construction of private houses and estates.

ManagementThe Eva Group management team provide 24 hour beach and entrance security, estate maintenance including gardening and pool service. Rental program available.

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ContactsSales Offi ceSoi Friendship, RawaiTel: +66 (0) 8 9588 1919, +66 (0) 8 8756 0382Email: [email protected] Website: www.thai-evagroup.com

THE EVA BY EVA GROUP

LocationSet only 100 metres from the beach front, all units off er uninterrupted sea and island views of the south east coast of Phuket. Set in a tropical landscape, the project is very close to various restaurants, shopping malls, daily fresh seafood market, international schools and one of the best beaches of the island, Nai Narn Beach. The project located in walking distance to beach front resorts. Easy access to nearby islands with a wide choice of white sandy beaches and Chalong pier.

Price Range16 sea view houses in a secure estate. Only 4 houses are available with 3 and 4 bedrooms on a 600 sqm built-up area and living area of 357 sqm. Prices range from 17.9 up to 19.9 million Baht.

Specifi cation3 levels with an option to install an elevator and roof top with built in sala, BBQ area and jacuzzi. The developer has put a lot attention on quality building and fi nishes. All materials are long lasting and low maintenance. The project has been created to be environmentally friendly and gives a lot of possibilities for outdoor activities.

Design & ConstructionPhase 1: Completed and sold out. Show unit is available for inspection. Phase 2: Under construction, completion scheduled in December 2011. 30 year construction guarantee.

About the DeveloperThe Eva Group is a developer and construction company. Over the last 10 years we have been involved in an extensive list of property developments in Phuket and Phang Nga. Our three recent successful developments boast high standard quality, prime location and very a competitive price per sqm. Full complex service, including: consultancy, architectural work, documentation, and the construction of private houses and estates.

ManagementThe Eva Group management team provide 24 hour security, estate maintenance including gardening and pool service. Rental Program available.

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ContactsSales Offi ceSoi Friendship, RawaiTel: +66 (0) 8 9588 1919, +66 (0) 8 8756 0382Email: [email protected]: www.thai-evagroup.com

VANILLA BY EVA GROUP

LocationLocated in a peaceful area only 30 metres from the beach front on the southern east coast. Set in a tropical landscape, the project is very close to various restaurants, shopping malls, daily fresh seafood market, international schools and one of the best beaches of the island, Nai Narn Beach. The project is located within walking distance to beach front resorts. Easy access to nearby islands with a wide choice of white sandy beaches and Chalong pier.

Price Range8 houses in a secure estate, 30 metres from the beach. Last unit available. 2 bedrooms over 155 sqm built up and 132 sqm living space. Private and common 20m long pool. Price 8.5 million Baht.

Specifi cationTwo storey house comprising 2 bedrooms. The living room is contiguous to the private pool and waterfall overlooking the garden. Attractive high ceiling design in bedroom with wood fl oor fi nishing. The developer has put a lot

of attention on quality building and fi nishes. All materials are long lasting and low maintenance. The project has been created to be environmentally friendly and gives a lot of possibilities for outdoor activities.

Design & ConstructionCompletion of last unit is scheduled for July 2011. Show unit is available for inspection. 30 years construction guarantee.

About the DeveloperThe Eva Group is a developer and construction company. Over the last 10 years we have been involved in extensive list of property developments in Phuket and Phang Nga. Our three recent successful developments boast high standard quality, prime location and very competitive price per sqm. Full complex service, including: consultancy, architectural work, documentation, and the construction of private houses and estates.

ManagementThe Eva Group management team provide 24 hour security, estate maintenance including gardening and pool service. Rental Program available.

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KAMALA : Conveniently situated within Kamala's hillside yet only walking distance to the Kamala Beach, this new investment opportunity off ers a fresh new design concept that prioritizes green space and healthy living.

NAITHON : Great investment opportunity to either live in or rent out. Plots start at 600 sqm with 3 bedrooms and private pool. Only 1.8 km from Naithon Beach and close to the airport. Best value for money product so don't miss out!

PATONG : These modern attached homes off er great convenience as they are located on the hillside overlooking Patong. Amenities in these stylish homes include private pool, rooftop sala, BBQ area, movie room and more. Worth a visit!

KHAO LAK : Located in Khao Lak, this beautiful project off ers a total of 16 homes that will be operated in a resort style and set in a beautiful tropical background. If it is peace and tranquility you are looking for then this is it...

EAST COAST : Lavishly high quality villa with awe-inspiring views at only 5 min to town! Best of all, it's value for money. This house would command twice this price on the west coast. Private beach access and boat mooring.

KARON : Located within a residential area on the slopes of Karon, these excessively large apartments off ers both convenience and tranquility at an aff ordable price.

KATHU : Designed by one of Phuket's most respected architects, this development promises not only clever, eco-friendly architecture but also decorative beauty to rival the wonderful natural surroundings. It's truly refreshing...

KHAO LAK : This is the fi rst foreign freehold condominium project located in Khao Lak, at only 180 metres from the beach and set within a tourist area off ering convenience and potentially up to 20% rental returns annually.

PHUKET TOWN : A one of a kind property located within a quiet area of Phuket Town. Equipped with every imaginable amenities, this home will surely please you. Immaculately designed with Feng Shui in mind. Must see to believe!

PATONG : If Patong is where you want to live then this is where you'd want to sleep! Very conveniently located project by a reputable developer, only minutes to anywhere in Patong. Great rental potential & under construction!

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PHUKET CITY : Do visit us at our booth in Central (2nd fl oor by the Banks). Our representatives will happily provide you with all the details on what's available and guide you through the process of investing here.

Our Information CentreKATA : Located on Kata's beach front road, our information centre allows you to have all your real estate-related questions answered. Computers and internet have also been made available for your convenience, free of charge.

Designer Homes from 7.7m THB

Modern Sea View Home from 22m THBKaron Apartments from 4.9m THB

Lushful Development from 4m THB

Family Homes from 7.5m THB Priceless Gem! Starting 23m THB

Hillside Sea Views from 2.9m THB

First Khao Lak Condo from 1.9m THB

Care for a Swing? from 3.7m THBGreat Investment from 2.7m THB

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KATA : Luxury penthouse apartment with incomparable views. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a private lap pool. Fully furnished. Available to rent either long term or short term.

Karon Hill 36,000 THB/monthKARON : 1 bedroom fully furnished apartment available for short or long term rental. The facilities include swimming pool, fi tness gym, restaurant and club house.

Layan 85,000 THB/monthLAYAN : Large, luxury apartment in Layan Gardens with 3 en-suite bedrooms, wrap-around private covered terraces, large lounge and full-size open-plan kitchen. The apartment has been furnished to a high standard.

LAGUNA : Asian modern style villa especially designed for luxury getaways. Close to the beautiful beach of Nai Harn. The villa is built to the highest standards having 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large swimming pool and sala.

Laguna 120,000 THB/month

The Heights from 200,000 THB/monthKATA : This is a fully furnished 2 bedroom apartment (210 sqm) at The Aspasia in Kata with stunning ocean views in all bedrooms. The apartment comes with private car park and has direct beach access.

Chengtalay 65,000 THB/monthCHENGTALAY : 3 bedroom pool villa with modern design furnishings, internet and cable ready, secured, private and few meters drive to the nearest beach.

Pool Villa 80,000 THB/monthKATHU : Baan Suan Loch Palm is ideally located on the edge of Loch Palm Golf Club. It's just few minutes drive to British International School. This is a fully furnished 3 bedroom pool villa. Long tern lease only.

BANGTAO : Les Palmares has 14 villas completed and are all residential. Villa number 5 (3 bedrooms) is fully furnished and comes with internet connection, cable TV, washing machine and maid service.

Bangtao 90,000 THB/month

Aspasia from 100,000 THB/monthKATA : This sea view two-bedroom condo is situated at The Heights in Kata. Its 226 sqm living area includes a large balcony overlooking the shared infi nity pool and Kata Bay. Long term or short term lease available.

Kalim Bay 80,000 THB/monthKALIM : 165.78 sqm, totally built, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fantastic view of Kalim and Patong Beach, the apartment comes with private plunge pool. Fully furnished as well as internet and cable connections available.

Loch Palm 75,000 THB/monthKATHU : Overlooking the 9th fairway at Loch Palm Golf Course, this 4 bedroom villa with large comfortable rooms has wonderful views of the golf course, the lakes and the mountains surrounding the Kathu valley.

BOAT LAGOON : Modern water front town homes in the popular Boat lagoon. 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and an offi ce. Each home has a 6 metre private boat berth and also comes with membership to the Boat Club at Boat Lagoon.

Town Home 60,000 THB/month

The Heights from 100,000 THB/month

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The Heights Penthouse 55m THB The Heights Resale 21.5m THB The Heights Resale 25m THB KATA : 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 195 sqm foreign freehold C unit available for private resale. Wonderful ocean views, fully furnished and ready to move right in.

KATA : Stunningly beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom 220 sqm B unit with the coveted foreign freehold title available for private resale. Fully furnished. Great investment and rental property.

KATA : A fabulous 420 sqm duplex penthouse unit on the very top row of the Heights development is available for private resale. Incomparable views. Over 5M Baht of luxurious furnishings included.

CAPE YAMU : This majestic oceanfront villa with private beach sits on a vast 5,000 sqm lot and is an ideal family or holiday home. Nestled on a peninsula on the East coast's most exclusive development at Cape Yamu.

NAI THON BEACH : Each of the 19 palatial residences at Istana Phuket is a one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece strategically nestled on large land plots ranging from 1,550 sqm to 3,527 sqm. Ultimate quality.

Absolute Beachfront 7.9m US Istana Estate from 4.2m US KATA NOI : If you like Kata Noi Beach, this 3 level 3 bedroom townhome directly on the beach is perfect. Only 2 remaining units.

Kata Noi Beachfront 22.5m THB

Ocean View Villa 80m THB SURIN : A beautiful traditional Thai style luxury villa with fabulous ocean views perched high above Surin Beach in an exclusive secure estate. The centerpiece is a deep blue infi nity pool off ering breathtaking sea views.

Beachfront Living 8.9m THB KATA : Very large, light and bright one bedroom condo at The Aspasia for resale. Corner unit with many upgrades and extended living area out to the terrace. Only 100 metres to Kata Beach. Motivated seller.

Stunning Ocean Views 10.9m THBRAWAI : One of Phuket's best ocean views with this luxuriously appointed 2 bedroom condominium overlooking Chalong Bay and the islands. Ideally located on the 6th fl oor of a 7 storey building.

KATA BEACH : Situated a few paces from the beach on a west facing site overlooking Kata Beach, this spacious 210 sqm 2 bedroom apartment off ers uninterrupted sunset views of the Andaman Sea.

Walk to the Beach 19.5m THB

KATA BEACH : Luxurious fully furnished one bedroom 85 sqm apartment with stunning ocean views overlooking Kata Beach. Walk to the beach.

Ocean View Apartment 8.5m THBAO PO : Spacious 2 bedroom 160 sqm ocean view condo in a low density development. Fully furnished.

East Coast Views 12m THB

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Apartment from THB 12,000/nightKAMALA: Luxury 3-bedroom apartment with a private swimming pool and spectacular sea views. It is located between Kamala and Patong, giving you easy access to all the shopping and nightlife of Patong Beach.

Aff ordable Apartments from USD 250,000LAGUNA : The Lofts at Laguna Village off er a superb investment opportunity with 1-3 bedroom apartments available. Penthouse units have a private rooftop pool and all these high quality apartments benefi t from access to the Laguna complex’s hotel facilities.

Land for Development 5m THB/rai

Luxury Apartments from 35.3m THBKAMALA : Ranging from 2-3 bedrooms, with or without a private pool, these apartments off er all the luxury and elegance you could dream of. The fi ve star facilities on site also mean that you would want for nothing while you enjoy your new home in paradise.

RAWAI (L936) : Rare 2-0-37 rai beachfront land in Rawai facing views of Bon Island and Chalong Bay.5 minutes from Tesco Lotus Rawai. Suitable for resort or residential project. Freehold. Chanote

SAIYUAN (L902): 8.5 rai mountain view land behind Nai Harn Baan Bua project. 10 minutes to famous Nai Harn beach. The site is in the foreigner residential area with good restaurants around. Freehold. Chanote and Nor Sor 3.

Beachfront Land 80m THB (Total)

KATA : A 2-bedroom apartment showcases stunning views of the Andaman Sea. With easy access to world-class amenities and recreational choices at your discretion, experience the luxury of complete island living.

Apartment from THB 7,500/night

KARON (L944) : 600 square metres sea view land in Patak Soi 14. 1 Km from Karon Beach. Freehold. Nor Sor 3 Kor.

Sea View Land 7m THB (Total)

CAPE YAMU : Located on a peninsula in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Cape Yamu is an exceptional development of exquisite private residences designed by renowned architect Jean-Michel Gathy.

KATA : A 3-bedroom penthouse which off ers an exceptional standard of luxury holiday accommodation in a wonderful location on a quiet headland overlooking Kata Beach.

Apartment from THB 15,000/night

CHERNGTALAY : This villa is part of the exclusive Sai Taan development and comprises four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The property has its own private pool with poolside “sala” and beautifully landscaped tropical gardens.

Sea View Land 350m THB (Total)PATONG (L946) : Appox 10 rai elevated hillside site with sea views on Nanai Road, opposite Talad Mae Ubon market. Great for residential living in Patong. Freehold. Nor Sor 3 Kor.

KOHKAEW : A 3-bedroom apartment in the superb location of Royal Phuket Marina which is the ultimate in luxury waterfront living. Perfect for a short romantic getaway, weekends among friends or for family vacations.

Condominium THB 6,000/night

Luxury Villa 250m THB

Pool Villa 28m THB

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AO YON : 3-bedroom exclusive villa overlooking Makham Bay. This panoramic seaview project is set in beautiful tropical and tranquil surroundings and just 200 metres to Ao Yon Beach. If you are looking for peaceful surroundings, then this is for you.

Premium Holiday Investment 12.54m THB

Great Holiday Home 12.5m THB

Private Pool Condominium 8.9m THB

Spacious Garden Villa 19.9m THB Oriental Style Pool Villa 11.9m THB LAYAN : 2-bedroom villa overlooking a private pool and tropical garden. Located just 5 minutes to Layan Beach with excellent access to Laguna Golf Course and other conveniences. Best of the best. 5 years payment plan with 0% interest.

BANGTAO : 4 bedroom freehold condominium comprises private pool and garden in a secure and low density community. Just a few minute's walk to Bangtao Beach or take the shuttle bus service. Enjoy your fabulous holiday with all you need.

LAYAN : Fully furnished 1-bedroom contemporary style villa on 135 sqm. Private pool, garden, dining and living area off er privacy pool and garden view. Ultimate lifestyle with convenient facilities at Laguna and beaches.

Aff ordable Pool Villa 5.5m THB

Panoramic Seaview Villa 21m THB

Greatly Valued Pool Villa 14.9m THB

Thai Contemporary Villa 14.5m THB

LAYAN : Land size 512 sqm. 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms, private pool and tropical garden, fully furnished with Thai contemporary style and upgraded kitchen. Thai Sala. 5 mins to Layan Beach. Laguna Golf Course Rental program available.

NAI HARN : Spacious 3 bedroom condominium comprises private pool and tropical garden with maximum living space 300 sqm and READY to move-in either join rental pooled program. Excellent location to Naiharn and Rawai Beach - 5 mins.

NAI HARN : 3 bedrooms, pool, garden, fully furnished with contemporary design and upgraded kitchen. Special off er - kids swimming area in the pool. Ideal for family holidays or the rental program! Great location - Rawai and Nai Narn Beach in 5 mins.

LAYAN : 3-bedroom 780 sqm villa of a contemporary design. Spacious garden situated close to international standard golf course and Layan Beach. Ideal holiday home with joint rental program.

NAI HARN : Fully furnished, 2-bedroom stylish tropical living villa for modern couples and small families. Off ers privacy and luxury to enjoy freedom and peace of mind. 5 minutes to Nai Harn Beach and amenities.

Most Popular Project 9.5m THB

Luxurious Grand Villa 14.9m THBNAI HARN : Premium constructed private pool villa from a developer with 20 years experience. 417 sqm, 3 bedrooms. Luxurious interior, fl oor and ceiling with Maka wood fi nishing, tropical landscaped gardens. 5 minutes to Nai Harn Beach.

BANGTAO : 3 bedroom stylish condominium duplex with exclusive private pool and garden. Special off er with guaranteed rental return 60,000 THB/month for 3 years. 30 nights complimentary stay per year. Just 3 mins to Bangtao Beach.

NAI HARN : This 3 bedroom villa off ers a land size of 552 sqm and is fully furnished in oriental style. Enjoy your privacy in a traditional Thai Sala in a tropical garden. Just 5 mins to Nai Harn Beach and READY TO MOVE-IN!

4 Bedroom Condominium 15.25m THB

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KATA : Spacious ocean view 2 bedroom foreign freehold condo in one of Phuket's most sought-after condo developments, boasting one of the best views on the island. Fully-furnished with excellent rental potential.

KAMALA : A superb 4 bedroom villa located in one of the island's most prestigious resorts. Each bedroom boasts its own private 6 metre swimming pool and sea view terrace.

KATA : A very special home set on a hillside with stunning ocean views. This beautiful property features 5 bedrooms plus 2 study rooms, a therapy room, sauna, purpose-built wine cellar as well as an elevator.

Oceanfront Villa 97m THB Garden Villa 31.85m THB Panoramic View 17m THB BANGTAO : A 4 bedroom Balinese villa in a gated community close to Laguna. The villa sits on a very large plot of around 1,545 sqm and features extensive upgrades. Ideal as a family residence or a holiday home.

KAMALA : Enjoying one of the most stunning sea views on the island, this spacious two bedroom foreign freehold apartment is located high up along the exclusive "Millionaire's Mile".

KAMALA : A unique setting on a spectacular headland looking out across the bay. The property is extremely spacious, featuring 4 bedrooms, all boasting exquisite turquoise ocean views, leading out to expansive terraces.

Freehold Condo 4.7m THB Balinese Villa 25.5m THB Family Townhome 6.9m THB SURIN : Beautifully designed 3 bedroom villa located within walking distance to Bangtao Beach. The villa is set on a large 940 sqm plot with spacious pool deck and ample room for outdoor entertaining.

KAMALA : Spread over 3 storeys, this fully-furnished 2-bed/3-bath townhome is located in a prime gated community and only 7 minutes walk to Kamala Beach. The property has been customized to a high specifi cation.

KAMALA : This 1-bed foreign freehold condo is located in Kamala village with a full range of modern facilities and is within walking distance of Kamala Beach and local amenities.

BANGTAO : A luxurious 3-bed villa located in a very private resort setting with a private swimming pool just steps away from the open-style living room and bedroom.

KAMALA : Beautifully furnished and very spacious 1 bedroom condo with a total 77 sqm of living space. Located in a popular resort development with good rental returns. Foreign freehold title.

Private Pool Villa 21.95m THB Freehold Condo 5.5m THB RAWAI : Brand new single-storey pool villa near Rawai Beach with private pool and landscaped garden built to very high standards not normally found in this price range. Furniture package included!

Aff ordable Luxury 10.9m THB

Exquisite Home 99m THB Amazing Views 25.5m THB Extravagant Luxury 190m THB

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LEGAL DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A CONDOMINIUM PROJECTAND AN APARTMENT PROJECT IN THAILAND

In Thailand the distinction between a condominium and an apartment is a legality in nature. A condominium project may look almost identical in every way to an apartment project but what defi nes whether or not it is classed as a condominium is whether it has been registered with the Thai authorities as a condominium according to the Thai Condominium Act. In order to register as a condominium, an application will have been made for this designation which may involve more documents and paperwork needing to be fi led in the pre-construction phase than would be the case if the project is to consist of apartments rather than condominiums. Additionally, there should be disclosure that the building will be a condominium building on either the Environmental Impact Assessment (“EIA”) documentation (required for condominium projects with 80 rooms or more or with a usable area of 4,000 square metres or more) or the Initial Environmental Evaluation (“IEE”). Once the construction of a condominium project is fi nished, or all but fi nished, an application is made to register the project as a condominium which will involve the submission of a number of legal and other documents to the authorities. For a condominium project the law also provides procedures for the common parts to be owned collectively by all owners and for owners to have a say in how the project is managed. For an apartment project there is no ability in law for a foreigner to own “freehold” nor is there any mechanism in law providing owners with common ownership of the common areas or a stake in the management. Contractually, however, this issue can be overcome in Apartment projects. For this reason, in an apartment project you should check carefully how ownership and maintenance of the common parts is dealt with and ensure that you are provided with suffi cient rights in the purchase contracts.The Condominium Act defi nes a condominium as a building that can be separated into units for individual ownership and which include personal and common properties. The Condominium Acts does not specify in any detail the specifi c requirements necessary in order for it to be identifi ed as a condominium. As long as the building is able to hold ownership separately according to the area, whereby each area consists of private ownership in the property and joint ownership in the common property. There are no specifi cations in the Condominium Act itself outlining height or space requirements, nor are there any specifi cations outlining the minimum amount of individual units necessary within the building. Local rules and regulations will apply. Once the property is registered as a condominium the Land Department will issue title deeds for each of the condominium units. This process ought to take place under law within 90 days of the “completed” application submitted to the authorities. It should be noted that incomplete applications or questions from the authorities often in practice delay this process sometimes in excess of a year. Foreigners who qualify for ownership under section 19 of the Condominium Act are permitted to have individual freehold ownership of a condominium unit within the foreign ownership quota. This means that in case of 100 equal condominium units in a project 49 can be foreign owned. The remaining 51 units are restricted for foreign ownership and must be owned by Thai nationals or Thai entities.The rules for the qualifi cation of a foreigner to own a condominium freehold according to section 19 of the Condominium Act are as follows:

Foreigners permitted to have residence in the Kingdom of • Thailand under the Immigration law;Foreigners permitted to enter into the Kingdom of Thailand • under the investment promotion law; Foreign persons as provided in Section 97 and 98 of the Land •

Code and registered as juristic persons under Thai law; Juristic persons which are aliens under the Announcement of • the National Executive Council No.281 dated November 24, B.E. 2515 and have obtained promotion certifi cate under investment promotion law; Foreigners or juristic persons regarded by Thai law as aliens who • have brought in foreign currency into the Kingdom of Thailand or withdraw money from Thai Baht account of the person who have residence outside the Kingdom of Thailand or withdraw money from a foreign currency account.

Generally foreigners qualify for ownership by transferring foreign currency into Thailand at least equal to the purchase price of the condominium unit and having obtained a Foreign Exchange Transaction form issued by the fi nancial institution inside Thailand that exchanged the foreign currency into Thai baht.CONCLUSIONForeigners should note that there are two types of condominiums in Thailand, which are registered and unregistered condominiums. Unregistered condominiums are not licensed under the Condominium Act and therefore do not off er freehold ownership but only leasehold and should be referred to for clarity at ‘apartments’. If a foreigner intends to invest in a condominium project off -the-plan the respective sale agreement should clearly mention that it is a project under the Condominium Act and that transfer of ownership will take place at the land department and if it concerns a leasehold or freehold purchase. In case of a true condominium each condominium unit will have a government issued title deed. Leasehold apartment sale structures will usually involve a lease agreement. A leasehold apartment could have separate house book stating the address of the unit, but as a foreign investor do not confuse a house book with an ownership document for a condominium. The Authors of this article are Sebastian Künz, Senior Associate at Limcharoen Hughes & Glanville (Phuket) [email protected] and Khun Chaisit, Associate at Limcharoen Hughes & Glanville (Phuket) [email protected]

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School groups to company team building, birthday parties to family outings will all have a ball and be surprised at what they can achieve! Couples will enjoy the bonding experience of having so much fun together.

Being a challenging outdoor activity, participants should wear comfortable clothes that are easy to move in. Running shoes or trainers are the most sensible footwear. For obvious reasons, skirts and dresses are not advisable and long hair must be tied back for safety. There is a minimum height requirement of 120cm and maximum weight of 130kg all for participants' safety. The Park is open from 9:30am to 5:30pm and it is advisable to arrive before 3pm as the course can take up to 3 hours.

Swinging high up in the trees is not just for monkeys, as now there is this amazing place in Chalong, high up in the trees over Wat Luang Pu Supa where you really can have the adventure of a lifetime.

There is fun in this natural environment for all ages from young kids to grandparents. With so many diff erent activities to test your skills, there is no shortage of thrills, challenges and sheer excitement to be enjoyed by all ages.

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They would make a perfect addition to any pool side terrace or outdoor space. To encourage people to try them, the Outdoor Pool Tables are also available for rent.

Pool Tables (Thailand) have just opened their 2nd branch in Phuket under their Phuket Pool Tables Brand. The new branch is located in Manik at the Baan Permsap Area, 3 km west of the Heroines’ Monument.

Billiard Services Phuket Pool Tables off ers a huge range of services to all pool table owners in Phuket, Phang Nga and Krabi provinces. Services range from simple cue fi xing to full table restoration.

Not to forget professional re-felting of your billiard or snooker table, with a wide choice of world known cloth brands such as Simonis, Strachan 6811, Railey, Palko and others brands at very reasonable price.

Accessories Phuket Pool Tables off er a huge range of all billiards and snooker accessories at very aff ordable prices.

Other Games Rooms There are games such as Foosball Tables (coin operated or free play) and Air Hockey Tables, as well as dart boards and other games.

Billiard Cues You will fi nd the largest selection of pool and snooker cue varieties in Thailand.

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Phuket may be the ultimate beach holiday destination Phuket may be the ultimate beach holiday destination in the world but there’s a lot more to experience than in the world but there’s a lot more to experience than just translucent blue seas, powdery white beaches and just translucent blue seas, powdery white beaches and guaranteed sunshine. Check out the following ideas for guaranteed sunshine. Check out the following ideas for alternative activities to add to your holiday experience.alternative activities to add to your holiday experience.

Enjoy Birdwatching in PhuketPhuket off ers many birdwatching opportunities. The terrain includes mangrove forests, marshland and

secondary and old-growth jungle. The best time of the year to visit Phuket for bird watching is from about the middle of October

through April. At this time, many species of migratory birds will be present.

Over two hundred species of have been seen on Phuket. Full day and overnight tours off er the birder a variety of habitats in which to see exotic birds. Apart from Phuket you can also add a day of birding in Phang Nga Province or Khao Sok National Park. Thale Noi and Krabi are also destinations. Tours are educational, easy and fun.

What to bring: binoculars, lightweight walking boots or sports shoes, camera (if you wish), mosquito repellent, a hat and sun lotion. Tours will supply a spotting scope. For more info about birding tours, contact Thailand Birding, Tel: +66 (0)76 241519,+66 (0)81 893 6558. Web: www.thailandbirding.com.

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Phuket Butterfl y GardenThis is a place of endless educational possibilities. Here you can learn more about the miraculous miniature world of insects and butterfl ies. Relax in the garden where there are literally thousands of butterfl ies fi lling the air or busy seeking pollen among the tropical blooms.

Located in Soi Paneung in the Sam Kong area, the garden is a fi ve 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.phuketbutterfl y.com.

SnorkellingCrystal clear waters, beautiful coral reefs and a prolifi c marine life; it’s an underwater paradise. Snorkelling can be done all-year-round, but the best time is between November and April, when there’s very little rain, and the sea is calm. Freedom Beach, Laem Sing Beach, Ao Sane Beach, Kata Beach, Kata Noi Beach, Paradise Beach and Tri Trang Beach all off er good snorkelling. Coral Island, Racha Island, Kai Island, Phi Phi Islands and the Similans, can each be visited in a day. For some you’ll need an early start, and a fast boat that’ll set you back about 1,500 baht for the round trip.

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the valley. The whole area is surrounded by palm trees and lush vegetation and it’s a really relaxing place.

The skiers are towed by a German-built ski-drag, an electric motor powered overhead tow cable stretching all the way round the course that has a pylon at each of the four corners and a cable speed of 28 kilometres per hour. It's ideal for beginners and experienced skiers.

The experienced staff are skilled in making sure that you enjoy your experience safely – you are in good hands as the staff have all worked at Phuket Cable Ski between fi ve and ten years and they can encourage and help even the most apprehensive person to feel confi dent enough to try and enjoy the sport!

The snack bar serves Thai and International food including burgers, fi sh & chips, sandwiches and a large variety of drinks all at very reasonable prices. With free WiFi, it’s a great place to come, have a meal and watch the excitement which is really infectious. With plenty of tables and chairs, it’s a fun place to bring the whole family - kids will have a ball!

It is also a perfect venue for corporate fun activities, birthday parties and family events. Prices start from just 750 baht for only one hour, but is reduced dramatically if you come for two hours or more. Rates include safety equipment, ski and board equipment hire. Additionally there are also some serious professional boards for hire.

The Cable Ski opens at 9:30 am and closes at dusk. It is not necessary to make an advance booking unless you are coming in a party of 10 or more. The morning is a great time to come especially if you want to try for the fi rst time as the staff have more time to help you out – as in the afternoon there tend to

be more people there having a great time!

For information aboutPhuket Cable SkiTel: +66 (0)76 202 525 [email protected] Daily: 9:30am - 6:30pmNear Kathu Waterfall Only 10 minutes from Patong

If you haven’t tried water skiing or wakeboarding you’re really missing out on a super fun sport that is not as diffi cult as you imagine.

In Phuket you can have fun all the year round in absolute safety at Phuket Cable Ski near Kathu waterfall. It’s a place for absolute beginners right up to experienced skiers and with really friendly and professional staff it’s so easy to learn. There’s no charge for lessons and you can have a lot of fun at the same time. Take home a new skill and impress your friends! Be sure to bring your camera!

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a recovery service to bring you back to the snack bar! For experienced skiers there are ramps, funboxes, kickers and a slide rail.

At Phuket Cable Ski & Phuket Wake Boarding you can ski in fresh clean water on the specially designed lake, which is 410 metres long, 110 metres wide and 2 metres deep so when you feel a little hot it’s also a great place to cool off in the water that is fresh from the mountain streams of Kathu waterfall just up

Families are most welcome and with a snack bar, showers and changing rooms, there is every facility for a great day out. The friendly Thai staff are all experts in making you feel at home: they speak English and your safety and enjoyment is their aim. Life jackets, which must be worn, are there to fi t every size and there is a wide variety of equipment to try - wakeboards, wakeskates, waterskis, kneeboards and trick skis are all available and all are included in the price. If you should even fall in there is even

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Our immune system fi ghts the disease and because the bacteria or virus is already dead, our immune system usually wins the fi ght, and in doing so, makes antibodies. These antibodies which remain in our system, sometimes for life, are always ready to fi ght again, the next time the bacteria or virus invades our body. We become in eff ect, immune to the disease.

The fi rst vaccine was developed over 200 years ago to fi ght smallpox and because of its success, smallpox has now been totally eradicated from the world. This is the fi rst and only time that an infectious disease has been eliminated from the planet. There are a few frozen samples that are held in laboratories in the USA and Russia. Following the 9-11 terrorist attack, the US government requested manufacturers to start making the smallpox vaccine again, just in case terrorists were able to access the frozen samples and mass produce the smallpox virus. Today there’s enough vaccine on hand to protect the American people in the event of a smallpox outbreak. There’s also a continuing debate on whether the frozen smallpox samples should

VaccinationsVaccines are one of the medical and scientific breakthroughs that have made a dramatic impact on the control of disease and illness. Simplifying the discussion as we do here, fails to convey the impact they’ve had on society. But how much do we know about the vaccinations that have been assimilated by nearly everyone on the planet?


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cause chickenpox in children and shingles in adults, are also optional. There’s also the controversial HPV vaccination which immunizes females against cervical cancer and genital warts.

Most vaccinations are given whilst we’re children. However even adults should ensure they’re immunized against disease. You should consider yearly infl uenza shots, as well as ensuring a tetanus booster is given every 10 years. The new HPV vaccinations should be considered for women under 50 years of age, and if you’re elderly then the MMR vaccine is recommended, if you haven’t already had it. The VZV vaccine is also recommended for adults over 60 years.

There’s also some controversy about the safety of vaccines and there are cases where reactions, sometimes severe and leading to death, do occur. Usually reactions are mild such as a slight fever or a sore arm where the injection was given. Court cases in the United States are proceeding in which parents have claimed that childhood vaccinations cause complications such as autism and other neurological disorders, claims that are strongly disputed by experts.

There’s no doubt that vaccines have contributed to eradicating some diseases and they certainly have prevented millions of deaths arising from illness. If you’re unsure of your immunization status, discuss this with your doctor.

be destroyed, eliminating the risk of terrorists accessing them. Scientists, of course, want to keep the samples for further laboratory study.

Thailand follows general standards recommended by the Pediatric Society of Thailand when it comes to vaccinations, and this normally commences at birth with the BCG vaccination being administered for protection against tuberculosis or TB. At birth children also get the Hepatitis B jab, which is repeated after one and six months. The DPT vaccination provides protection against three diseases; diphtheria, pertussis or whooping cough and tetanus. DPT is given in a series of fi ve injections at two, four, six and eighteen months of age and again at four to six years of age. The OPV vaccination commencing at two months protects against polio, which is followed by the MMR vaccine, another mixture of three vaccines to immunize against measles, mumps and rubella. MMR is usually given around one year of age, with a booster between four and six years of age. The JE vaccination for protection against Japanese encephalitis is a series of three shots, the fi rst given at one year of age, the second, one to four weeks later, and the fi nal shot at two to three years of age.

All of the above vaccinations are compulsory in Thailand. There are additional vaccinations that are optional and many doctors would recommend that parents consider including them in the overall vaccination schedule.

These include the Hib vaccine which protects against ‘haemophilus infl uenza type b’ bacteria. This can cause epiglottitis, a swelling of the throat, and a disease called bacterial meningitis. A new vaccine is the PVC vaccine which protects against pneumococcal infections including pneumonia, septicemia and bacterial meningitis. This vaccine also protects against the Rotavirus which causes severe gastroenteritis. The infl uenza vaccination is another optional vaccination that parents should consider to protect against this highly contagious respiratory viral illness. The HAV vaccine, for hepatitis A and the VZV vaccine for varicella-zoster virus, one of the eight herpes viruses that

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