Phuketindex.com Magazine Vol.21

8/22/2019 Phuketindex.com Magazine Vol.21

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If youre here on holiday youve joined us at possibly thewettest time of the year. According to Thai Metrological

Department statistics August, September and October were all

in the top four of Phukets wettest months in 2012. However,

dont let that put a damper on your holiday as were sure you will

still get to see plenty of sunshine during your stay.

Should you get the odd rainy day dont be too disappointment as there

is plenty to do in Phuket, whatever the weather. Dont let a bit of

rain prevent you from seeing more of what is on offer on the island.

The rain is a great excuse to see some culture. There are a

number of museums in Phuket so go explore some of the islands

history!

Take the rain as an opportunity to go shopping. You will find a

good selection of stores and shopping around the island. Along

with fashion and home furnishing shops there are also a number of

local arts and crafts retailers where you can pick up your souvenirs

to take back home.

Dull and grey outside? Dont let that get you down. Go out and

pamper yourself at one of the many hotel or independent spas.

Youre on the island of wellness and youll find top quality spa

treatments at a fraction of the price youd get at home.

Dont let rainy weather stop you from having a fun on Phuket. As

long as you have a backup plan you can keep you and your familyentertained throughout the duration

of your stay.

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Arts &Culture16 Chinese Hand Puppets in Phuket

Auto &Marine

12 Wittaya Sumon SingkalahThe Man Behind Phuket Bike Week

Eat &Drink

26 The KEE Sky LoungePhukets Most Unique Rooftop Venue

30 Thanusorn Phucharoen - The Man Behindthe Successful Baan Kalim Restaurant

& Seafood

On TheCover

CONTENTSAUGUST 2013 OCTOBER 2013

16 Chinese Hand Puppets Hotels &Resorts

34 Hotel News Update

Special Features

48 Phuket Stats

50 Social Circle

Property &Home Dcor

40 New Laguna Shores Phase Launched

44 Tropical Luxury - Recommended Items

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Beauty &Wellness

20 Dr. Michael Klentze - The Leader inPreventive, Regenerative and

Anti-Aging Medicine

24 Chromotherapy - Healing by Colour

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36 Phuket Cycling Campaign

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Wittaya

SumonSingkalahte m Bed

Pe Be Wee

Wittaya Sumon Singkalah The Man Behind Phuket Bike Week

Auto &Marine

It was in April 1995 that the island saw its very rst

Phuket Bike Week, the grandest event of its kind

in the South-East Asia region. The event saw 300

riders congregate at Mitthrapap Beach also known

as Friendship Beach, in Rawai. There were a few

participants who belonged to two local biker groups,

the Phuket Riders and the Sun of Chewa, but the

majority of bikers who joined the rst Phuket Bike Week

were tourists who rode their bikes from neighbouring

countries to partake in the event and visit Phuket Island.

Nearly two decades later, the 19th Phuket Bike Week

2013 ASEAN Ride Together became the biggest

motorcycle event not only in Thailand but in Asia. The

event attracted over 5,000 motorcycles and more than

30,000 visitors from 26 countries. Recent Big Bike

Weeks feature a number of entertaining activities to

keep the bikers happy both on and off their machines

such as the popular Miss Phuket Bike Week competition,

tattoo and custom bike shows, a motorbike exhibition,

a ride for peace and global warming, a sand sculpture

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contest, beach parties and a music festival. The activities take

place around the Patong area every year and attract TV and media

from both Thailand and overseas.

The organizers are now also backed by the Tourism Authority of

Thailand (TAT) whose main task is ensure that Phuket Bike Week

is included in their calendar of major events in Thailand and to

ensure that the event is promoted around the world well in advance.

Phuketindex.com had an opportunity to chat with Mr.Wittaya

Singkalah or Sumon, the main coordinator of Phuket Bike Week,

about his big bike background and the increasingly popular Phuket

Bike Week.

hw dd bece eresed b bes?

Since childhood I dreamt that someday I would own and ride a big

bike, something I believe is a dream of many boys and men. Whenyou ride a big bike you know what it feels like to be free, and when

you hear the sound of the engine you know that is the power which

will take you where you want to go. I worked hard to help create the

wealth I needed to live my childhood dream, big bikes come with

a big price tag and you really have to be passionate about them

to want to own them. I have also been lucky enough to bring the

main passion in my life into my everyday life by running a business

which sells and services big bikes. This business opportunity has also

allowed me to make more friends and meet people from all walks

of life. When I realised there were so many people who shared my

passion for big bikes, I also realised there was a serious

lack of activities for big bike lovers. Therefore, my team and I devoted

a lot of our time organising big bike festivals. We hoped that by doing so we wouldhelp to develop Phuket, my hometown, and its tourism industry.

W d f pepes des wrds ds b be sce?

Unfortunately, in my opinion, the general attitude towards the big bike society is that

people look at these people, the way they dress, many with their tattoos and leather

jackets, and they think they are bad people. However, i f you look beyond this and

actually take the time to get to know them you will realise that the majority are really

good guys. They have good hearts and many participate in a number of social and

charitable activities. Furthermore, big bike riders are people who have discipline on



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the roads and respect trafc rules. 20 years ago there

were fewer than 10 big bike riders in Phuket; today we

have 36 big bike clubs with a combined membership of

thousands of people in Phuket alone and tens of thousands

in the ASEAN region, if these people really are so bad I

think you would hear a lot more negative things about

them.

hw dd be Pe Be Wee?

Back in 1995 the Phuket Riders Club and the Immortals

Thailand Club decided to organize a group ride with

motorcycle riders from Bangkok, Malaysia, Singapore

and the USA. Originally our big bike group rode together

to different nearby countries such as Malaysia and

Singapore, as well as other major cities in Thailand, but

we thought it would be better if we could chose a citywhich could become a base for our big bike meetings

and it was agreed that Phuket would be the ideal location

as it has international standard hotels & resorts, plenty

of restaurants which cater for all tastes, and all other

necessary facilities needed to support the bikers. The

original ride in 1995 involved around 150 big bikes and

about 300 visitors, which we felt was a successful start,

the event has continued to grow over the years and

Phuket is now known all over the world as the city for

big bike lovers.

W re e bjecves f e er eve?

The festival is organised jointly by Phuket Province,

Patong Municipality, Phuket Big Bike Club, the Phuket

Riders Club, and Ride Thailand magazine and its main

aim is to bring together big-bike lovers from across

Thailand and around the world. Phuket Big Bike Week

is now a major event in the Phuket calendar and it

brings a lot of good things for Phuket, in many different

ways, including injecting at least 600 million baht into

the economy every year. Other objectives of the events

are to promote travel and tourism in Phuket and Thailand;

create greater unity for bikers worldwide; promote safer

riding (with helmets on heads and lights on bikes) and

organize charitable activities to raise funds for schools

for underprivileged children in Phuket.

W dd decde e ew aSEan Rde

teer ee fr e eve?

As Thailand is preparing to join the Asean Economic

Community (AEC) initiative in 2015, and many bikers

come across the borders, especially from nearby Singapore

and Malaysia, it was decided that the theme until then

should be ASEAN Ride Together. I believe that our big

bike group is now recognized throughout the ASEAN

region and

this had led

to a large

number

of cultural

exchanges,

including

business

negotiations

which have

led to anexpansion in

investments

because

most bikers

owns their own businesses. Moreover, it is held under this

theme in order to expand our big bike community and to

build a strong group that will be recognized in the various

countries that make up ASEAN. When we all come together

as one it will be so much better.

For more information

Wittaya Sumon Singkalah

Tel: +66 (0) 81 691 9346

Email: [email protected]



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Chinese Hand Puppets in Phuket

Art &Culture

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Called a marionette show in ancient China, a

puppet show is a theatre performance in which

puppet gures are made to move by puppeteers pulling

strings or by putting their hands inside them.

In China, the origin of puppets dates back to the Shang

Dynasty, when the custom of burying slaves alive with

their deceased masters was practiced. Of the 3,000

funeral objects excavated from the Yin Ruins in Anyang

City, there are pottery gurines of slaves with cangues.

In the Warring States Period, there appeared entertaining

gurines used in story-telling and singing performancesas props. And such art forms became popular. After the

Han Dynasty, a puppet show gradually developed into a

folk art combining opera, literature, sculpture and painting

that appealed to both humans and divinities.

During the Three Kingdoms Period, there were

water-driven one hundred plays featuring exquisitely-made

puppets performing humanlike singing, dancing and

acrobatics. In the Song Dynasty, puppet shows enjoyed

an unprecedented boom, with a wide variety of puppet

types used in the plays, including string puppets, rod

puppets, water puppets, pyrotechnic puppets, iron stick

puppets, glove puppets and flesh puppets etc.

During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, puppet plays caught

on in all areas. By integrating with local operas, variouskinds of regional puppet plays came into being, such as

Heyang string puppet plays of Shaanxi, and Zhangzhou

glove puppet plays of Fujian. Puppet shows also advanced

with the times. After movies came into being, they found

their way into the movie eld, creating an increased impact

of puppet shows.

In former times, a puppet show was one of the most

popular entertaining art forms enjoyed by rulers and

commoners. Such shows were usually staged on

occasions like sacricial rituals and festive banquets,

adding colour to peoples life. In modern times, however,

puppet shows suffered decline due to war chaos. But theycaught on again shortly after the war.

After 1949, except for a handful of private puppet troupes,

most others were restructured as government-funded

troupes. While retaining traditional plays, these puppet

troupes created a large number of modern plays, also

known as civilized new plays.

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a new geer f PppeeersChinese hand puppets are modeled on characters from

Chinese operas, and each puppets style of clothing

and make-up represents a different character from

the operas. Furthermore, there are also shows andperformances that have been written strictly for Chinese

puppet shows.

In the past, one of the most famous kinds of Chinese

hand puppet performances to be found in Phuket was

Garle Puppet, usually performed at Chinese shrines.

However, nowadays they are hard to nd due to their

lack of success.

Khun Likhit Larleang, a teacher at Satree Phuket School

is one person, of a very small group, who can perform a

garle puppet show. He learnt how to perform the show

from the Chinese shrines he visited when he was a young

boy, and he realizes that the hand puppet culture does

not have a generation to carry it on, and that there is a

possibility that it could be lost in the not too distant future.

In view of this, Khun Likhit now offers garle puppet training

to students who are interested in the local arts and culture.

He said Im a Phuketian who grew up with Chinese

culture, which has influence on the local community.

When the Chinese shrines held traditional ceremoniesgarle puppet shows were one of the best parts and they

brought me so much happiness. Although its only a small

show it generates a smile to all those that watch. Today,

as a teacher, I think bringing the science and art of garle

puppets to young people in Phuket will bring a spark back

into this part of culture, and it will show society that puppet

shows have not disappeared but are once again being

brought back into the lives of many children. I teach students

the basics of garle puppet shows, showing them the

importance of the puppets movements being in time with

the rhythm of the music. At least by showing them this, the

students will be able to put on a real show in front of the

public.Khun Likhit Larleang



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ab e SwsIn general, a show needs two performers: the main

performer who is the chief or director of the troupe and

is in charge of the whole show, including manipulatingthe main puppets, singing and narrating. The supporting

performer manipulates the puppets to coordinate with the

main performer, changes the costumes of puppets, and

takes care of the stage. The puppets are operated with

two hands, one hand operating the puppets head and

hands, and the other operating the legs.

The puppets perform on a highly decorative stage,

accompanied by a small orchestra comprising of a gong,

pipe and drum. The backstage music is controlled by the

drum player. The drummer needs to pay attention to what

is going on in the plot and uses the drum to conduct the

other musicians. They follow the rhythm of the sets.

In terms of stories, the Chinese string puppet

shows mainly adapt literature classics. One of the

most popular shows is The Romance of the Three

Kingdoms, a 14th-century Chinese epic novel about

the century of war, turmoil, and bloodshed known as

the Three Kingdoms Period (188-280 AD).

The tale begins in the last days of the corrupt Han

Dynasty, showing how the government and Emperor

lost the Mandate of Heaven, and the land fell into

anarchy, with various warlords carving out their own

territories in a struggle for supremacy. Gradually,

out of the chaos, three kingdoms take shape: thekingdom of Shu, led by the virtuous Liu Bei (a distant

cousin of the Emperor) and his sworn brothers,

Guan Yu and Zhang Fei; the k ingdom of Wei, led

by the scheming Cao Cao; and the kingdom of Wu,

led by the ambitious Sun family. All seek to unify the

nation for one reason or another, and claim the right

to rule for their own. And so the three kingdoms

contend with one another over the century, and

heroes rise and fall in the strife, until the nation is

nally reunied.

More information plese contact:

Khun Likhit Larleang +660 (0) 81728 6003



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Beauty &Wellness

Dr. Michael Klentze

Professor Dr. Michael Klentze, is a cutting-

edge anti-aging expert, revered doctor,

scientist, lecturer and author. He started

studying medicine at Ludwig-Maximilians

University in Munich in 1969 and received his

medical degree from here in 1975 with the grade

of excellent. As of August 2012, he was ofcially

appointed as Chief Scientic and Medical Ofcer

of Thanyapuras Integrative Health Center (TIHC).

Phuketindex.com was privileged to have recentlybeen invited by Thanyapura to conduct an interview

with Dr. Michael where we found out more about

him and his role as Chief Scientic and Medical

Ofcer of TIHC.

Cd e s b r ps creer d

w eded p tihC?

I am a medical doctor with degrees in six medical

specialties: gynaecology, psychiatry, genetics,

endocrinology, sports medicine and natural medicine

Dr. mce keze

and I practiced in each these elds for several years. However,

more recently I became involved with research in neurochemistry,

genetics and stem cells. Im very proud and honoured to say

that I owned the first Anti-Aging (AA) Clinic in Europe, the

Klentze Institute, which was founded in 1995. From 2008 to

2011 I functioned as International Medical Director at Vitallife

(Bumrungrad Hospital, Bangkok), where I was responsible for

developing treatments, diagnostic programs, pharmacological

products and more.

I founded a number of further AA clinics worldwide (Madrid,

Barcelona, Istanbul, Houston) and supported many clinics in

scientic knowledge in this area. I supported hormone therapy

in preventive medicine in Europe, working as consultant for

Pzer, and it was my honour to be co-founder and secretary

general of the European Society of Preventive, Regenerative

and Anti-Aging Medicine (ESAAM) along with President

Professor Christos Zouboulis from Berlin, and co-founder of

ECARE, the European Center for Aging Research and Education

together with President Professor Jesus Tresguerres from

Madrid, where I functioned as secretary general. After leaving

The

Leader in

Preventive,Regen-

erative and

Anti-Aging

Medicine

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Beauty &WellnessDr. Michael Klentze

the body. Inammation is all over

the body, always. There is no isolated

inammation. A rotten tooth can create

heart problems, joint problems,

immune problems and more. Chronicinammation is one cause of aging,

thats why some people call aging

inammaging.

What is your main duty as Chief

Medical and Scientific Officer ofThanyapura Integrative Health

Centre?

I am responsible for developing

the programs for diagnostics and

treatments, and also overseeing the

treatments. I am also responsible

for driving the scientic backgroundof the clinic. However, saying that

the clinic also has another branch,

the KLENTZE MEDICAL FACULTY

(KMF), and it is from the KMF here in Phuket that we

teach doctors from all over the world in preventive,

regenerative and Anti-Aging Medicine. Phuket has

become the capital of Anti-Aging, from where the

science, education and clinical training are released.

This brings a higher reputation to the island and more

students, who study under KMF and TIHC.

What does the Thanyapura Integrative HealthCentre offer and for who can benefit from its

services and in what way?

Under the previously mentioned tasks, it is understand-

able that the

clinics software

follows the 80

medical protocols,which we call

professional

medical instructions. These protocols for diagnostics

and treatments are always updated and contain cutting

edge medical science.

I develop the scientic programs for Internationalconferences in Thailand, e.g. A4M Thailand. As I

have treated many patients worldwide, my name has

became a brand in this clinical eld and many patients

are now focused on coming to see me here in

Thanyapura, where I am supported by our Thai medical

Director, to get recommendations, consultations and

treatments in order to maintain their health and get old

in a way of high quality of life, health and happiness.

It doesnt matter if a patient is 6 or 60, our unique

treatment programs will optimise health through using

individualised testing and supplementation.

for Thailand I became

the Honorary President

of ESAAM.

How I ended up at

TIHC is a lot simpler to

explain than my previous

careers, my friend Klaus

Hebben, chairman of

Thanyapura, asked me

to join the Thanyapura

team and develop the

scientic

medical basis

of the center.

Since August

last year I

have been

leading the

team here where they

offer the basics of

preventive medicine:

exercise, diet and mind

caring in a holistic way.

Could you explain what an Integrative Health Centeris exactly?

The current medical concept is: create specialists for every

organ and forget the basics: that is, all organs and its

functions are connected with each other. We work in the

eld of preventive and regenerative medicine, reviewing the

bodys functions with a holistic approach. If you have pain in

the knees, the teeth can be the cause, as you bite and the

muscle tension leads to relaxation or tension in other parts of

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Could you tell us about your Preventive

medicine testing and how it works?

Prevention means: seeing into the future.How can we do it? We use the most advanced

laboratory technology in the world to carry out

genetic tests; by using these advanced tests

we are able to go into the very depth of the

cell, which enables us to detect tendencies of

upcoming diseases in later years, something

which regular hospital blood tests cannot do.

We will then prescribe 3 months worth of

nutritional, hormonal and pharmaceutical

formulas, made by the most advanced

pharmacies in Europe and Asia, to treat a

patients condition and which suit each patients

blood test results. It is important to point out

that the medicine has to be personalized, notone shoe ts everybody. So in opposition to

mainstream medicine, everybody gets custom

tailored treatments.

You must have seen manyadvances in medical

science since you beganpracticing, how muchmare advanced do you

believe it can get?

Science develops rocket like.

From hormone treatment for

older men (which was believed to be dangerous in the old days

and is now a treatment called Andropause, and recognises

that male hormone deciency is similar to that of the females

menopause) to genetic testing, personalized medicine, bio

identical hormone treatment , mitochondrial testing, dried spot

tests (easily usable tests with which we are able to measure

nearly 60% of all lab test with only one drop of either urine, saliva

or blood) which are extremely good for

shipping to other countries as blood

does not keep fresh for a long time.

What does the future hold for

Dr. Michael Klentze in medical

terms?

We are currently developing a special

cell-peptide treatment for Skin

Rejuvenation and Anti Aging; stem

cell banking has become a personal

apothecary for everyone. With this

development we are able to treat all

diseases of the body with your own

cells, rejuvenate the body and

rejuvenate the beauty of skin and the

whole body shape.

I personally wish that everyone would

understand the importance and

priority of prevention. Being sick is

an endpoint of a long unknown story,playing in the depths of the cell. With new detection methods we

might be able to diagnose diseases of later years very early and

prevent the outbreak of a disease, stop a relapse of cancer or

diabetes, heart disease and more.

Based on the triad of sport, diet and mind, I have found great

support in Thanyapura, its chairman, its president and the

wonderful team.

THANYAPURA INGRATIVE HEALTH CENTRE

Operation Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (Mon - Fri)

Tel: +66 (0) 76 336 000 Ext 5080

Email: [email protected]

www.thanyapura.com

Being sick is an

endpoint of a

long unknown

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CmtepyHealing byColour

Beauty &Wellness

Chromotherapy Healing by Colour

Chromotherapy, sometimes called colour therapy or

colourology, is based on the premise that certain

colours are infused with healing energies. The

therapy uses the seven colours of the rainbow to

promote balance and healing in the mind and body.

Our Chromotherapy lights are operated via a separate touch

pad which allows you to select individual colours or a loop of

the six colours changing individually. The light(s) are securely

xed to the interior of the bath and are nished in chrome.

A water level sensor feature prevents the lights being run

without water in the bath.

Colour therapy is rooted in Ayurveda. Ayurveda is based on

the idea that every individual contains the ve basic elements

of the universe: earth, water, air, re, and ether (space).

These elements are present in specic proportions unique

to an individuals personality and constitution. When these

elements are thrown out of balance through unhealthy living,

habits or outside forces, illnesses are the result. Ayurvedic

medicine uses the energies inherent in the colours of the

spectrum to restore this balance.

In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), each organ is

associated with a colour. In qigong, healing sounds are

also associated with a colour, which in turn corresponds

to a specic organ and emotion.

Each of the seven colours of the spectrum is associated

with specic healing properties.

Vilet

Violet promotes enlightenment, revelation, and spiritual

awakening. Holistic healthcare providers use violet to

soothe organs, relax muscles, and calm the nervous

system.

Idig

Indigo is also sedative and calming. It is said to promote

intuition. Indigo may be useful in controlling bleeding and

abscesses.

Ble

Blue promotes communication and knowledge. It eliminates

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Chromotherapy Healing by Colour

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Because it is located in the middle of the

colour spectrum, green is associated with

balance. Green is calming, and is used byAyurvedic practitioners to promote healing

of ulcers. It is said to have antiseptic,

germicide, and antibacterial properties

and is sometimes used by holistic colour

therapists to treat bacterial infections.

Yellw

Yellow is a sensory stimulant associated

with wisdom and clarity. Yellow is thought

to have decongestant and antibacterial

properties, and is useful in stimulating both the

digestive system and the lymphatic system.

ogeOrange promotes pleasure, enthusiasm,

and sexual stimulation. Ayurvedic practitio-

ners believe it has antibacterial properties

and may be useful in easing digestive system

discomforts (e.g., flatulence, cramps).

red

Red promotes energy, empowerment,

and stimulation. Physically, it is thought to

improve circulation and stimulate red blood

cell production.

Decipti: The colour spectrum is

composed of different frequencies and

wavelengths of light energy. Ayurvedic med-

icine uses the energy of colours to promote

harmony and healing. The colours are said

to be imbued with certain healing properties

(i.e., red is energizing, blue is calming) and

the vibrations generated by each colour

balance the individual.

Holistic healthcare providers who practice

colour therapy often relate the seven

colours of the colour spectrum to specic

areas of the body known as the chakras.

In yoga, the chakras are specic spiritualenergy centers of the body. The therapeutic

action of colours is related to the chakra

they represent:

first (root; or base of spine): red

second (sacral; or pelvis/groin area):

ge

third (solar plexus) chakra: yellow

fourth (heart) chakra: green

fifth (throat) chakra: blue

sixth (brow) chakra: indigo

seventh (crown) chakra: violet

Therapeutic colour can

be administered in a number

of ways, but is often com-

bined with hydrotherapy and

aromatherapy to heighten the

therapeutic effect.

Pecti: While colour

therapy may be an effective

treatment for promoting

relaxation and overall well-

being, and as an adjunct, or

complementary therapy in

treating some disorders and

illnesses, individuals with

serious chronic or acute health

problems should not rely solely on the

rst (root; or base of spine)

third (solar plexus) chakra

second (sacral; or pelvis/groin area)

fourth (heart) chakra

fth (throat) chakra

sixth (brow) chakra

seventh (crown) chakra

MaIKhao DrEaM rEsorT & sPa,

naTaI, PhanG nGa

55 Moo 6, Kok Kloi, Takuathung,

Phang Nga, Thailand 82140

Tel: +66 (0)76 401 301,

+66 (0)76 401 301

Fax: +66 (0)76 401 305

Reservations:[email protected]

therapy for treatment. Anyone

with a chronic or acute health

concern should seek the advice

of a qualied medical practitioner.

If youre interested in Chromo-

therapy, Maikhao Dream Spa

offers an unrivaled program, and

throughout August, September

and October they are offering a

20% discount for their Chromo-

therapy package. They promise

their spas exceptional service

and majestic setting will deliver

an experience found nowhere

else on Phuket.

MaIKhao DrEaM VILLa rEsorT

anD sPa, PhuKET

138/21 Moo 4, Mai Khao, Thalang,

Phuket, Thailand 83110

Tel: +66 (0)76 371 371

Fax :+66 (0)76 371 372

Reservations:

[email protected]



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Hotels &Resorts

The KEE Sky Lounge

Imagine the setting, after a short ride in a

colorfully lit glass walled lift you step out onto

a beautiful outdoor terrace situated high abovethe heart of Phukets main tourist destination,

youre outside in the open air and surrounded by

the amazing Patong skyline.

The top floor of The KEE Resort & Spa is a stylish

rooftop terrace and is without doubt the most

fascinating location in Patong, and it is the only

rooftop venue of its kind in the area. Embracing

Phukets perfect climate all year round, The KEE

Sky Lounge features a completely open air roof

top bar and restaurant which is open to hotel

guests and the public. This sultry sanctuary is the

perfect setting for a drink at dusk with a bite to eat

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Hotels &Resorts

The KEE Sky Lounge

from their eclectic mix of tasty fusion food influenced by

cooking styles from around the world.

The moment you step foot out onto The KEE Sky Lounge

and stare out at surrounding views you cant help but feel

amazed. The KEE Sky Lounge is something special, and

you cant appreciate the feeling it gives you until you walk

out, lean over the railing and soak in real beauty of Patong.

This gorgeous outdoor space is quickly becoming one of

the hottest places to be in Phuket. Combining the vibrant

energy of the neighborhood with the serene and calming

feel of sitting under the stars, The KEE Sky Lounge provides

the ideal location for the ultimate night out.

Furthermore, the split-level venue, with its stunning 360

degree panoramic views, ambient computer controlled

hi-tech lighting, welcoming decor and comfortable furnishingscreates the perfect backdrop for any event, large or small.

Events at The KEE Sky Lounge are nothing less than

spectacular. Be it a birthday bash, engagement party,

corporate function, a new business launch or charitable

function, The KEE Sky Lounge offers a venue which

can cater to a range of events in a stylish and unique

environment perfectly suited to the Phuket climate. The

KEE Sky Lounge is the perfect setting for both day andnight events and can accommodate 10 - 250 guests.

In addition, The KEE Sky Lounge also boasts a stylish

and contemporary air-conditioned dining room that opens

out onto the Rooftop and is perfect for smaller birthday or

cocktail parties, engagement parties or dinner functions.

The KEE Sky Lounges Executive Chef Sonthaya

Kaewpradit will provide you with suggestions for a

menu with a wide selection of sumptuous dishes

prepared personally by him and his expert team who

will be honored to give a personal touch and also make

your celebration a unique and memorable culinaryexperience.

Whatever the budget The KEE Sky Lounges team is

there to meet the needs of your special private function.

Te KEE ret & sp

152/1 Thaveewong Rd., Patong Beach, Kathu,

Phuket 83150 Thailand

Tel: +66 (0) 76 335 888 Fax: +6 (0) 76 335 808

Website: www.thekeeresort.com



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Hotels &Resorts

The KEE Sky Lounge

On a warm Phuket evening in June, Phukets

The KEE Resort & Spa hosted an The Age of

Celebration Chivas Whisky dinner party at the

Patong hotels Sky Lounge. The event, which

was attended by special guests of honour

Australian Honorary Consul - Larry Cunningham

and British Honorary Consul Mr Martin Carpenter

MBE, featured a sensational ve course dinner

prepared by KEE Executive Chef Sonthaya

Kaewpradit, each course of which was

accompanied with a vintage Chivas Scotch whisky, and wild

entertainment from through the ages.

The evening kicked off with a cocktail reception featuring a range of

cocktails using the Chivas brand whisky, after which guest moved up

to the rooftop dining area to enjoy pre dinner entertainment provided

by The KEEs fantastic in-house band Plug & Play.

Prior to the rst course being served, guests, which also included a

number of high prole Phuket people & media, were welcomed to

the event by KEE Resorts General Manager - Mr Somchai Pantong,

and were given an introduction into the whisky they would get to

enjoy throughout the dinner by Chivas Master - Mr Teera Weerawan.

The Amuse-Bouche of Fried Oyster with Thai Herbs Hollandaise was

Chivas The Age of Celebration

served with the rare 63.5% proof

Chivas Brothers Strathisla New

Molt Distillate.

The Appetizer, Seared Cajun

Tuna & Rocket, Apple Salad, and

Soup, Chilled Cucumber Soup

with Spicy Crab, were served with

the rich & smooth Chivas Regal

12 yrs.

The Main Surf & Turf Course of

Aromatic Roasted Rack of Lamb

with Sichuan Pepper and Seared

Sea Scallop served with Warm

Balsamic Sauce and Mango

Salsa were accompanied with the

uniquely rich and multi-layered

Chivas Regal 18 yrs.

After the main course guests

were able to enjoy a real blast

from the past as Elvis took to the stage, yes he really is

alive performing regularly here in Phuket. He belted outa number of his biggest hits whilst performing his

trademark pelvic thrusts.

Chivas Master Teera then took to the stage to announce

the evenings grand nale, Chef Sonthayas trademark

dessert; Warm Chocolate Volcano, served with the rare

and exclusive Chivas Regal 25 yrs which was poured by

Teera and the management team of The Kee.

To nish the rooftop party in style, live old-school jazz

and blues was played and guests, who had clearly

enjoyed the night, and of course the whisky, danced

away until the early hours of the morning.



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Eat &Drink

Thanusorn Phucharoen The man behind the successful Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood

W

hether youre here with friends, family or a

loved one were sure a large number of you

want to experience a lunch or dinner that you

will remember a lifetime. Baan Kalim Restaurant& Seafood is situated at one of the best locations in Patong

Beach and is a venue that has so much to offer. If youre

craving gourmet Thai, Chinese, International or Seafood

dishes that are not only visually appealing but also uniquely

prepared and can be paired with a ne wine from an extensive

selection, Baan Kalim is the place to go.

Phuketindex.com recently had the chance to talk with the

Owner-Manager of Baan Kalim - Mr. Thanusorn Phucharoen

or Khun Pond, a young business man who has played

an important role in making Baan Kalim the successful restaurant

that it is today.

Thanusorn

Phucharoen

The man behindthesuccessful

B KlimRestaurant & Seafood



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Eat &DrinkThanusorn Phucharoen The man behind the successful Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood

Would you like to tell us about your background?

I was born here in Phuket but I graduated at Bournemouth

University in England with a masters degree in travel andhospitality. Im very lucky to have grown up in a family thats

been involved with Phukets hotel and restaurant businesses for

several decades, they are the owners of the Safari Beach Hotel,

Savoey Seafood (one of Phukets most popular seafood restau-

rants), and the 5-star La Flora Resort Patong, all of which I have

previously had experience in, in various aspects of the businesses.

More recently my father decided to set up a project to open

a new restaurant located on Kalim Beach, and I was privileged

that he appointed me to manage and oversee every aspect of the

restaurant, from its concept, the building, the interior and exterior

design, through to building the team, planning the marketing and

deciding on and designing the menu. It is my aim with Baan Kalim

to continue the success of Savoey, but in my own individual way.

I hope that our guests see Baan Kalim as a luxury restaurant with

a friendly homelike atmosphere which offers a complete range of

delicious food and beverages at a reasonable price.

Why do you think youre so passionate about food?

My passion for food started when I was very young, and I share

my familys passion for food. Eating is a very important part of my

familys lifestyle and even when I was young and our restaurant

had just opened I would take part in new menu tastings. When

you consider this, how can I not be passionate about food!

When I go on holiday I like to travel to different places around the

world, and for me the most important part of the holiday is to trythe local food and learn the eating habits of the country of which

I visit. As examples, Singapore and Malaysia are countries I

love very much and they, like Phuket, have a very rich Chinese

culture, when I went I witnessed how eating was such an

important part of Chinese peoples culture, they eat a lot of

dishes because it is their

belief that by doing so it

will bring them wealth

and happiness. Another

example is Japan, it was

here that I really started

to appreciate that the

quality of a restaurants

service is just as impor-

tant as the

standard of

the food, the

level of service

I received in the

restaurants there was very

impressive. However, it is not

only Asian countries i have learnt

from, it is from Western countries that I have learnt about the

importance of the menu design, the presentation of a dish and

the quality of the ingredients used. Furthermore, by being able

to visit many different countries and learning about their food it

allows me to mix different food styles and create a menu and

dishes that are unique to our restaurant and can continuously

be updated.

I want to take my experiences and bring different aspects of

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have a diverse customer base and we need to cater for

all of our customers. More importantly, I realise that there

are so many restaurant options in Phuket and we have so

much competition. That will always be the case so we need

to ensure that we can keep up with and be better than our

competitors.

What is your management philosophy?

You cannot make a restaurant successful without a strong

team. When the restaurant has a lot of customers and its

busy, staff must work in unity and use their knowledge,

experience and skills to help others to ensure the restaurant

runs smoothly. My role is to communicate with the team,

let them know my expectations of them and assist them in

adjusting their attitudes so that we are all thinking and goingin the same direction. I personally use a combination

of what I believe are two different management styles;

the first is what I call the Thai style, be generous and

understanding of my team and take their welfare into

consideration. The second is the Western style within

which discipline is a priority, the service must be excellent,

and the staff must look and work professionally at all times

and be accepted by our customers. When I want to change

something I will just not command it be done, I will explain

the reasons why I want it to be done, thus preventing

conicts and also helping to develop the team.

What would you like to say about BaanKalim Restaurant & Seafood?

Baan Kalim Restaurant and Seafood offers a mouth-watering and taste-bud tingling range of dining choices

from Seafood, Chinese dishes, Royal Thai cuisine

to classic Western dishes made to suit all tastes and

prepared under the guidance of highly experience

chef and served by a professional restaurant team.

Great emphasis is placed on Thai hospitality with

lots of interaction between the servers and guests.

The restaurant has an array of fresh seafood ranging

from live lobster, tiger prawns and crab through to

a variety of local sh which can be prepared to suit

individual tastes. In addition, Baan Kalim features an

exhibition kitchen, our main focal point, where guests

can view the food preparation while their senses

are put into overdrive with the enticing aromas and

sizzling sounds of good food being cooked. The

restaurant has stunning views overlooking the beautiful

Andaman Sea and panoramic views of the famous

Patong Bay. The Sunsets from here have to be seen

to be believed - a stunning, breathtaking view.

How about a Baan Kalim RecommendedDish for our readers?

Our restaurant never stops developing new menu

items because we want to create an exotic dining

experience. Every dish that we design and implementto our menu has had its ingredients hand selected

and has been taste tested prior to being added.

Some of the most recent dishes I am proud to

recommended are:

Salmon served with red bean sauce, ginger and

coconut milk with aromatic rice powder and Thai

herbs

Crispy Tiger Prawns coated in cereal

Royal Thai style crispy vermicelli noodles with

shrimps served with omelet and condiments

Stewed Pork Belly served with preserved

vegetables and soya sauce

Thermidor - Stir fried lobster meat with mushrooms

and onions in a creamy sauce with melted cheeseserved in lobster shell

Bake mixed seafood

Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood222 Prabaramee Road, Patong Beach, Kathu,

Phuket, Thailand 83150

T: +66 (0) 76 618 125

M: +66 (0) 88 180 6936

F: +66 (0) 76 618 247

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.baankalim.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/baankalimrestaurant

Eat &DrinkThanusorn Phucharoen The man behind the successful Baan Kalim Restaurant & Seafood



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Mom Tris Villa Royaleupgrades two ClassicWing suites

The Classic Wing of

Mom Tris Villa Royale, a

boutique hotel situated on

a headland overlooking

the Andaman Sea and

the white sand beach of

Kata Noi, was originally

the home of of renownedartist and architect Mom Luang Tridhosyuth Devakul, better known simply

as Mom Tri, but more recently the wing has been transformed into a unit of

unique suites.

The Hong Som Suite, which has a total of 130sqm of living space, has

2 rooms, features a timber lined vaulted ceiling and luxurious Jacuzzi,

and is decorated with some of the original art from when it was Mom Tris

home. The 100.5sqm Hong Ha suite is situated virtually on the rocks of the

headland overlooking the sea. The suite boasts a luxurious Jacuzzi which

provides stunning panoramic views of the Andaman Sea.

Mom Tris Villa Royale12 Kata Noi Road, Kata Noi, Phuket Tel: +66 (0) 76 333 568

E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.momtriphuket.com

Hotels &ResortsPhuket Hotel News Update

Activities

Accommodation

Kids activities at Sripanwa

Sri panwa Phuket is the ultimate

destination for families - especially

when the kids are just as

demanding as the parents.

Therefore, children who

accompany their parents on a

break to Sri panwa Phuket can

choose from host of activities,

with something to suit everyone,

including Swimming Lessons for the active, Batik Painting for the creative

and Pizza Design and Cookery classes for budding chefs.

Sri panwa Phuket

88 moo 8, Sakdidej Road, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand

Tel: +66 (0) 76 371 000 Fax: +66 (0) 76 371 004

Phuket Hotel News Update

Promotions

Honeymoon Bliss at JW MarriottPhuket Resort & Spa

With JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spas

Honeymoon Bliss package, newly-weds can

make their rst, most memorable days together

truly memorable in one of the most memorable

destinations of all - the romance-lled tropical

island of Phuket.

Valid through December 26, 2013 and pricedfrom THB 8,820 night/room, this delightful

package includes:

Accommodation in Deluxe Sala

Garden View or Deluxe Sala Garden

Terrace room or One Bedroom Suite

Daily international breakfast

Round trip airport transfer

1 Romantic gastronomic dinner

at Andaman Grill restaurant per stay

1 Mandara Romantic package (90 minutes)

at Mandara Spa per stay

First night special romantic turndown

amenities

For more information on The Honeymoon Bliss

Package please visit: http://www.marriott.com/

hotels/hotel-deals/hktjw-jw-marriott-phuket-

resort-and-spa/

Terms and Conditions apply.

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

231 Moo 3 Mai Khao,Talang,

Phuket, 83110 Thailand

Phone: +66 (0) 76 338 000

Fax: +66 (0) 76 348 348



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Seabreeze Caf, at Holiday Inn Resort Phuket, will proudly

re-open its doors in August with a fresh new look and inspiringnew concept. In line with the hotels strong reputation for

top quality dining, Seabreeze Caf will offer a combination

of contemporary a la carte and lavish themed buffet dinners.

The highlight will be our four new show kitchens with live-action

wok cooking, teppenyaki grill, Italian pasta and rotisserie

carving all prepared a la minute to your personal taste. Our

glass-enclosed cold room hosts make-to-order salads, fresh

seafood ice bar, sushi counter, ice-creams and desserts

to die for! The focus

throughout is on fresh,

local and seasonal

produce prepared to your

liking, and our Kids Eat

Free program guaranteesgreat value for families.

Seabreeze Caf is open

daily for dinner from 18:30 to 22:00

Holiday Inn Resort Phuket

52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach Road, Patong, Phuket

Tel: +66 (0) 76 370 200

E-mail: [email protected]

Hotels &ResortsPhuket Hotel News Update

Food & Beverage

Seabreeze Caf A Fresh and InvigoratingNew Look

Bimi Beach Club and Bongo Rum BarReady to Launch on Surin Beach

Twinpalms

Phuket is bringing

more beachside

excitement to

Phuket with the

launch of Bimi

Beach Club and

Bong Rum Bar

this August.

Found on thewhite-hot sands along Phukets spectacular west

coast, Bimi Beach Club gives party-goers a stylish yet

stripped-down spot to mingle, dance and set free their

wild island spirit along the dazzling shores of Surin

Beach.

Open from 10am till 10pm, Bimi will throb with the

sexy sounds of Thai and International DJs spinning

daily mixes on a highly diffused quality sound system.

Always exceptional yet never pretentious, the setting,

service and style will celebrate the Thai passion for fun

and the open.

Bongo Rum Bar is

also set to stir up the

Phuket Island spirit

when it opens next to

Bimi.

Bongo is where

Phukets free spirits

will lounge on the

sands, groove and

chill all day while the

sun blazes its path through the sky. Not re ady to let

the day slip away? Then keep sipping away while the

setting sun paints the scene a rich mellow yellow. Theglorious sun, sand and sea of Surin Beach have never

felt so good, so easy, so free.

www.bimibeachclub.com

www.facebook.com/bimibeachclub

www.facebook.com/bongorumbar

Twinpalms Phuket

106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Road, Cherng Talay,

Phuket 83110, Thailand

Tel: +66(0) 76 316 500, Fax: +66 (0) 76 316 599

Website: www.twinpalms-phuket.com

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PhuketCyclingCampaign

Phuket Cycling Campaign

Play & Show

Phuket: Bicycle City, is the slogan of the Phuket

Cycling Club, Phukets best known bicycle club

and the group at the forefront of a campaign to get

more local people using bicycles. In 2012 Phuket

Cycling Club first began to promote cycling in

Phuket via Facebook in an effort to fix some of the

islands traffic and air pollution problems.

It was also around this time in 2012 that

hundreds of the citys cycle enthusiasts

started to meet for weekend cycle rides, and

Phuket Cycling Club looked for alternative

ways to try to encourage greater participation

in their rides. It was noticed that when rides

took place on quieter and safer roads more

cyclists would join, the group therefore started

to campaign for the government to improve

the options for Phukets cyclists and to

consider installing cycle lanes.

As a result of their efforts,

Phukets very first dedicated

cycle lane was put in place at

Saphan Hin early in 2013, and it ishoped that cycle lanes will be expanded

to many more areas around town in the

not too distant future.

The place for cycling

Why was Saphan Hin the rst place to have a

dedicated cycle lane? Phuket City Municipality

was the organization responsible for this project

and they provided Phuketindex.com with the

following comment...

Everybody wants to save money; everybody

wants to spend less on fuel, so we had to

think of ways to help people do this. Phuketis a small island, so why shouldnt people be

able to ride bicycles, which provides them

with exercise and are safe. We believed that

Phuket City Municipality should take the

initiative and lead the way by building cycle

lanes and installing bike racks where people

can park their cycles securely. Saphan Hin

is a large public park located in the heart

of Phuket Town and is the perfect place for

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exercise and relax; there is plenty of shade provided

by the trees, and there are beautiful sea views. In

addition, there is also a very wide road, and not too

much trafc. This is the reason we decided to have

the lanes put in at Saphan Hin rst.

We agree with Phuket Cycling Club, and we want to

assist them in their campaign to encourage more use

of bicycles. Cycling is an activity that is benecial in

the development of the body, and it is important to

provide children and people of all ages with an option

for using their spare time which will be of benet to them.

In addition to being great exercise, cycling is also a sport

which is becoming more and more popular every year,

especially with clubs such as the Phuket Cycling Club who

promote international arrangements which allow athletes to

test their capabilities throughout the year. They believe if they

are able to nd good athletes they will continue to practice and

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Play & Show

Our View - Phuket Cycling Club Members

10 reasons to start using a bicycle

1. Its easier to nance a new bicycle than a new car.

2. A bicycle has a tiny manufacturing footprint when compared to a car.

3. Bikes save taxpayers money by reducing road wear.

4. Bicycles are an effective alternative to a second car.

5. Using a bike for transportation can help you lose weight and improve

your overall health.

6. You can store a dozen bicycles in a single automobile-sized parking place.

Khun AeAs I see it now Phuket has a lot more

people interested in riding together, it is

a fun activity, and so many people enjoy

it and like to travel around the island

by bike. It is also a great way to meet

new people and to share experiences.

When we have a large group its good

fun to join us, we do a day long tour

to the main attractions of Phuket such

as Promthep Cape, Nai Harn, Patong,

Sarasin Bridge, Saphan Hin etc. When

you try it you realise that its not just

about recreation, but its also anothermemorable event in your life. Its not

easy to cycle 20 - 30 kilometres per trip,

so you must be patient and really want

to do it, but if you can do it you will be

extremely proud.

Khun SarayutNow Im an old man, and of course

I sometimes have health problems;

I sometimes have back pains and

sometimes my movements are notuent. Therefore, doctors recommend

that I exercise, and I choose cycling

because I dont find it boring and

I can do it alone. Since starting

to exercise regularly many things

have changed, I get back pain less

frequently and when Ive gone for

health check-ups my heart and

blood pressure are much better than

before.

Join the Club

www.facebook.com/PhuketCycling

Khun SiwaphongIt is important that we to change the way

people think, roads are public, it is not just cars

and motorbikes that have the right to use them.

However, they must be designed so that walkers

and cyclists can use them too. The reason

that people dare not cycle is simply becauseof their safety concerns when using the roads,

but if the government supports cycle lanes and

provides the facilities, I truly believe that people

will choose to cycle more. There are so many

beautiful areas in Phuket where you can cycle

and these areas, along with cycling, can be

used to promote eco-tourism. However, what

is important is that all sectors understand that

the rights on the road for cyclists are equal to

that of other types of vehicles. If this happens,

Phuket really can be a city of bicycles.

7. Bicycles dont burn gasoline.

8. Bikes cost much less to maintain and

operate than automobiles.

9. Bicycles provide mobility for those

who may not qualify or afford to drive.

10. Studies show that bicycle commuters are

healthier, more productive, and require

less time off at work.



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New Laguna Shores Phase Lunched

Property &Home Dcor

A second and final phase of the Laguna Shores waterside

development in Laguna Phuket has been launched, following the

success of the initial Phase 1 launch which sparked international

demand for affordable chic apartments from a renowned developer

in a prime resort location.

At the heart of the Laguna Phuket resort and to be managed

by a new hotel brand under the Banyan Tree Group, Laguna

Shores was launched in mid-December 2012 by Laguna Property,

Phukets largest developer of high-quality resort residences,

PhaseLaunched

New



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Property &Home Dcor

With almost 60 per cent of the 229 units in the

six-storey U-shaped Phase 1 building are already

reserved, Phase 2 offers an additional 105 units

in another six-storey building and is generating

similar demand from a cosmopolitan mix of Thai

and international buyers seeking a reliable property

investment in a holiday setting, with access to

luxury resort facilities.

The developments stylish one-and two-bedroom

apartments range in size from 40 to 88 sq.m. with

various layouts utilising thoughtful use of space. Apartment layouts

on offer include a number with mezzanines that increase the living

area oor space for additional relaxation options.

Laguna Shores buyers not only get spectacular view of a shimmering

lagoon and the sparkling Andaman Sea, theyre also entitled to a

Laguna Residents Privilege Card providing benets and discounts of

up to 50% at selected Laguna Phuket ve-star hotels and facilities.

Convenient payment plans of up to ve years are available for the

apartments with quality furniture and ttings packages available,



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For further information and available unit,

please contact us at

T. +66 (0) 76 362 333

F. +66 (0) 76 362 334-5

E. [email protected]

W. www.lagunaproperty.com


Property &Home Dcor

while investment and lifestyle rental programmes

provide maximum exibility and choice to investors.

Laguna Property has sold nearly 800 properties todate, with numerous phases of developments sell-out

successes. Its other branded luxury properties

include Banyan Tree Residences, Dusit Thani Pool

Villas, and Laguna Village.



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Italian Cuisine

324/15 Prabaramee Road, Kalim Bay, PatongPhuket 83100, Thailand

Tel. 076 618127Mob. 0872705929Fax. 076 618130reservation@acquarestaurantsphuket.comwww.acquarestaurantphuket.com


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Dcor Items

Property &Home Dcor

TropicalLuxury

RecommendedItems

As if it sprouted on your wall, taking in warmth and tender

spirit of your home for nourishment, this beautiful stainless

steel tree branch wall hanging is eye-catching. A great way to

bring a touch of nature to your space.

TREE BRANCHES WALL DCOR

A hand carved red jade sculpture set on a copper

coloured stainless steel base. Handmade by a Thaidesigner.

This contemporary style vase

would make a great conversation

piece in any home. Perfect for tall

stem ower arrangements, this

vase series is tall and strong.This one of a kind ceramic bowl has been handmade

and formed This beautiful porcelain bowl does double

duty. Hang it on the wall, it becomes a work of art -

on the table it serves food magnicently. Use it as a

beautiful fruit bowl.

Both decorative and functional, these beautiful

stainless steel open lotus owers are designed to

hold a tea lights and potpourri. A great feature in

any room in any house.

An eye-catching mirror design that cleverly uses the natural

beauty of wood. Its an elegantly simple design: a frame for

the mirror is formed with two pieces of wood running either

side. This design mirror is never more at home than when

reecting the greenery of the world outside.

JADE SCULPTURE

RECTANGULAR

CERAMIC VASE

DECORATIVE CERAMIC BOWL

LOTUS FLOWER TEA

LIGHT HOLDER & BOWL

DESIGN MIRROR



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Dcor Items

Property &Home Dcor

Cozy Company1/1 Lagoon Rd., Cherngtalay,

Thalang, Phuket Thailand 83110Tel: +66 (0) 76 270 847Fax: +66 (0) 76 270 633Mobile: +66 (0) 81 970 8272Email: [email protected]

This beautiful hanging mirror will beautify any

room. The frame is handcrafted, breathtaking

in designs & an instant eye catcher.

These are very attractive retro items, an ornate

brushed steel base with a delicate glass shade

which features gold leaf mosaic design.

Bring a unique piece of nature into your

home with this beautiful hand carved

petried wood candle holder.

This handmade brown and white vase is

crafted of ceramic and acts as a simple

accessory piece to existing dcor. Place

anywhere in your home for visual interest.

Wood & stone make up this tables simple, modern

design. With a distinctive granite stone top, and a

wooden base, these tables are a true reection ofnatural beauty.

This modern leather chair has a steel frame of dependable

sturdiness with a high-shine chrome nish. The chair is ideal for

a waiting room or ofce, but is versatile enough to be used in a

variety of settings.

ABSTRACT METALWALL MIRROR

GLASS TEARDROP TEALIGHT HOLDER

PETRIFIED WOODCANDLE HOLDER

CERAMIC VASE

STONE TOPPED TABLES

LEATHER &STAINLESS STEEL CHAIR



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Special

Phukets Economic Statistics

PHUKETS TOP 5 EXPORTSIN 2012 AND THEIR VALUE

1. Rubber - 8,776.52 million Baht2. Boats and accessories - 1,116.04 million Baht3. Marine animals for reproduction - 599.98 million Baht4. Electrical appliances and equipment - 228.47 million Baht5. Tuna - 194.61 million Baht(Source: Phuket Office of Commerce)

2012 PHUKETS TOP 5 IMPORTS

1. Boats and accessories - 859.87 million Baht2. Frozen seafood (excl tuna) - 639.93 million Baht

3. Planes and accessories - 160.25 million Baht4. Medical equipment - 91.37 million Baht

5. Construction equipment - 75.67 million Baht(Source: Phuket Office of Commerce)

ECONOMIC STRUCTURE IN PHUKET

Hotels and Restaurants - 31.55 percent

Transport and Communication - 22.68 percent

Wholesale and Retail Trade - 6.68 percent

Construction - 6.07 percent

Other - 3.02 percent

(Source: Phuket Office of Commerce)

Phukets Economic Statistics

PHUKETS BUSIEST SHOPPING AREA ISCHALERMPRAKIAT R. 9 ROAD (BYPASS ROAD)This one road features 9 major shopping outlets:Central Festival Phuket Tesco Lotus Big C Index Living Mall HafelehomeWorks SB Furniture Premium Outlet Phuket Pornthip Sea Store.



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THERE ARE A TOTAL OF38 TEMPLESIN PHUKET20 located in Phuket City

8 located in Kathu

15 located in Thalang

(Source: Phuket Office of Buddhism)

THERE ARE TOTAL OF

52 MOSQUESIN PHUKET14 located in Phuket City

7 located in Kathu

31 located in Thalang

(Source: Islamic Committee of Phuket)

THERE ARE5 OTHER RELIGIOUS PLACESOF WORSHIP IN PHUKETall located in Phuket City

(Source: Phuket Culture Office)

Phukets Religious Statistics

PHUKETRELIGIOSITYBuddhism - 73 percentIslam - 25 percentOther - 2 percent(Source: Phuket Culture Office)

Special

Phukets Religious Statistics



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Social Circle

Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2013@Central Festival Phuket

On 12th June 2013, the Tourism Authority of

Thailand and VISA launched the Amazing

Thailand Grand Sale (ATGS) 2013

The Age of CelebrationChivas Whisky Dinner

@The KEE Resort & Spa

On Saturday 22nd June 2013, The Kee

Resort & Spa welcomed a number special

guest to a Chivas Whisky Dinner at their

Kee Sky Lounge & Restaurant.

Grand Opening of Tablespoon Cafe

@Central Festival Phuket

On 29th June 2013, the grand opening of

Tablespoon Cafe was held at Lanlom 1st

Floor, Central Festival Phuket.



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