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Michael Trocherie
Founder and CEO of Wine Connection
People
Focus
Welcome to the world of wine
O
ne man travels around the world with his pledge he made to
himself. He is searching for a collection of the best wines to
feature in his stores and it is the commitment to deliver the
best wine experience to customers glass by glass. If “Wine
Connection” is the name of the child, the name of its father must be
“Michael Trocherie” - a man who is in our focus from now on.
Michael is the founder and the CEO of the Wine Connection. The company
is Thailand’s leading wine importer and known among wine lovers for its
quality selection. There are more than over 500 different wines and other
booze available in its 25 stores throughout Thailand in various locations
namely Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, Pattaya, Samui and Phuket plus
one online store.
“It was about 15 years ago when I started doing my wine business in
Asia. It’s the 12th year in Thailand and now seven years in Phuket
particularly. Our work is to select the wine, bring them to Thailand and
make wine available for individuals, supply them in our own store, to the
hotels and to our business friends in Thailand,” told Michael.
When we asked about his business in South East Asia, it’s kind of surprise
to learn that Michael has no plan to further expand his business into
other countries – at least for now. “At present, apart from Thailand, we
are also already in Singapore and Vietnam – three countries. I didn’t plan
to go further to any other country. For Thailand, we are the main importer
by now. I don’t know what level we achieved but I’m sure we are one of
the biggest.”
He however never thinks to stop.
“We have a future plan to develop what we currently have in hand

though. There are three main directions we are focusing on. One is our
own wine store. Two is the wholesale dealership on catering to hotels
and restaurants. And last it our newly developed concept ‘Wine Connection
Deli & Bistro’ - our own restaurant. So we have three ways to expand
depending on the opportunity. We will probably open more stores, more
Deli & Bistro’s or more branches within hotels and restaurants.”
About the tip Michael used as a compass for his success, he said there is
no other way but to work hard and suggested people “try to do something
different that the others don’t do yet. Always be a little bit inventive.
A lot of people like to copy but I don’t. I only take the inspiration I
saw from other countries and bring it into Thailand.”
“Try to do something different that the others

don’t do yet. Always be a little bit inventive.”
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How about a perfect match? “There is no perfect

match in the world of wine. It’s just a choice. Nobody
says you have to drink this or don’t drink that. It
depends on the situation and your feeling at that
moment. The weather, your emotion, and your
friends are involved as well. You have to listen to
yourself.” As a big fan of wine and an amateur of
Thai cuisine, Michael affirmed, “Wine can unques-
tionably get along with Thai food. Rosy wine is very
suitable. White wine, especially those aromatic
wines like Riesling, are pretty perfect in my opinion.
For those who prefer red wine, it can be all right too
but it’s little bit ‘warm’ for tropical climate. However,
you have to keep in mind that this is enjoyment. It’s
not about reading text books. There is no limitation.”
To start exploration, “You may need a fridge to store

the wines. It is good to keep it below 20 degree
Celsius. When you drink, the wine shouldn’t be
too warm. The best temperature for red wine is 18
degree Celsius and 8 degree Celsius for white wine.
Remember to drink at the right temperature, this is
really important. The same wine, you drink at right
temperature you will enjoy but when you drink it too
warm you will not.”
Still, I had a doubt in my head about selecting good

wines, but Michael explained, “Every country has
good wines now. But it doesn’t mean you can have
good wines everywhere and you cannot say that
French is good, Chile is bad. Every country produces
both good and bad wines. It’s very confusing I know.
That’s why it’s good to have people choose for you.
That’s why we are here. That’s why you come to
Wine is considered foreign for traditional Thai culture. It my store. When you pick the wine, it is ok already.
is generally seen as a privilege of the elites and has been I don’t care if it’s cheaper, I don’t care about the
regarded as an indicator of social ‘class’ for many Thais. But brand. I care only about its quality and its good
this is not something that will easily discourage Michael; he value. Therefore I travel around the world, pick
said “I don’t think the attribute is the problem. Actually wine some wines and bring them back to my shelves.”
is not only for elites. The idea of Wine Connection is to make
wine available for everyone. For example, now you can buy While wine seems incomprehensible for many people
a bottle of wine at only 350 baht and I believe a lot of Thai and may be the reason why people hesitate to start,
people can afford it. It’s not expensive. That’s why we go Michael wiped out our anxiety. “You don’t need to
everywhere even in suburb areas. We open our stores in know anything. Don’t make it complicated. Just take
many places where other people don’t, not only in the business it easy. When you visit a restaurant, you order a glass
areas. And I’m glad we see more and more people open their and see what happens. It is that simple. I’d recommend
minds for wine drinking and consume it more often.” you to start from the new world i.e. Australia, Chile,
Argentina, or South Africa because they are usually
“In my opinion, wine is the most interesting beverage that easier to understand. You can start with the medium
contains alcohol. It associates with culture and discovery. range wines, no need to buy the expensive wines
There are thousands of wines you can explore, not only but don’t choose too low, so that you can enjoy it.”
products itself but also for its culture. It’s like a journey that
you can learn and share with others. When you drink, you Very many thanks to Mr. Michael Trocherie for his
don’t drink alone, right? So wine drinking is about socializing valuable chat. You have enlightened us and made
too. I feel like I am reading books from many countries.” us be courageous to start drinking wine.
People
Foc us
KATA ROYAL
RESIDENCE TEAM
WITH A TOUCH OF
HEART-WARMING WELCOME
Mr Soponsil Boonchompaisarn Miss Pimpa Phitya-isarakul
Managing Director Executive Director
People
Focus
Its concept is a higher level of standard which Kata Royal

Residence’s team of professional set for the condominium market
in Phuket. It goes beyond luxury and comfort to better perspectives
and adds perfection in every detail. On this occasion we grabbed
a chance to interview with Mr Soponsil Boonchompaisarn and
Miss Pimpa Phitya-isarakul, two executives who determined the
project’ vision, designed its character and created a creation that
exceeds the expectation of customers.
How did Kata Royal Residence begin?

By focusing on its selling points, ‘Kata The project began when we executives formed a team ourselves.
Based on our experience in the real estate industry, whether it be
Royal Residence’ boasts the ability to
designing, construction, finance or marketing which we are
enjoy dramatic views of every sunset
accustomed to, that made us a complete Kata Royal Residence
over Kata Beach, wherever you are in team. We chose Phuket as we regard it as a 2nd Hawaii of the
the building. This 53 unit condominium world and because we believe Phuket has the potential to develop
project ‘Kata Royal Residence’ is therefore and grow much more. Later, we were looking for a good location
being watched closely by both buyers to launch our first project. It ended up in Kata as the area is becoming
and other players in Phuket’s property interesting and the location is strategically good.
market for its remarkable kick off.
Talk about the idea and concept that drives the project?
Not different from others, we hold onto every basic feature a good
condominium should provide - let’s say: comfort and convenience,
tasteful design, and a complete range of facilities. But one entity
we bring to our concept is sublime scenery. The residents will be
able to enjoy multiple sunset views of the Andaman Sea. We are
confident there are not many condominiums in Phuket that offer
this specialty. And we believe this aspect will raise up the project
and create distinctiveness anyone can remember at Kata Royal
Residence.
People
Foc us
What are the style, design
and size of the units?
The design concept of Kata
Royal Residence, for both
exterior and interior, is tropical
modern giving a feeling of a
vacation home. The project
comprises 53 two-bedroom
units packed with cutting-edge
facilities and technology. With
functional space varying from
105-170 sqm., each unit can
cope with a large family as it
is even spacious enough for
a small party. The building
features lifts for different zones
that have been divided to make
it easy to facilitate together with
restaurant and fitness centres.
What are the prospects of

the project?
We concentrate on foreign
clients - the European market -
those who choose a destination
like Phuket for their vacation
and a group of new generation
business people. Kata Royal
Residence has been designed
to fulfill the requirement of this
segment – not only for living
but for investment purposes as
well. We estimate that it could
make not less than 30% in
value gains.
What would you like to say

to the readers?
We would like to introduce
everyone who is searching for
1) convenience 2) views 3)
vacation home in Phuket, to
consider Kata Royal residence
and our futures projects. We
pledge to carry on the idea, no
matter how many more projects
come up. This also helps our
position in the market become
clearer and understood easily.
The project’s financial back up
is trustworthy and certainly
secure. To reduce complications
about banking, we have our
own fund to support foreigners
especially, to loan directly
through the project. So please
believe in our potential &
readiness and feel free to talk
with us.
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When and how did you first become interested in the taste of my food authentic. For me, it’s not the
cooking? presentation but taste that is far more important.
Chef Angelo: My passion for food started back in my However when I came to ‘Sala Bua’, taste and
childhood. My mother, she is an excellent cook, so presentation have to combine together.
as a kid, I already began to enjoy making my “hands
dirty” while helping big “Mama”. Now the relation with Who have been the biggest inspirations for your
the kitchen has become a real passion and this is the career?
way I like to express myself and my feelings. Chef Angelo: Mama has inspired me a lot as I told.
I spent a lot of time in the kitchen with my mum since
What about your career path? I was very young. I learnt more and more about cooking
My experience as a professional chef started in Italy, from her. She’s very good at cooking fish and that is the
at the famous Grand Hotel Helio Cabala in Marino reason why my favourite dishes are all fish.
(Rome). I have to say that I was very lucky to have
as Master Chefs some of the best, worldwide-known What made you decide to join Impiana Phuket?
Italian chefs such as Gianfranco Vissani, Gualtiero Chef Angelo: I have been in Thailand before and can’t
Marchesi, Sergio Mei and Antonello Colonna; all help falling in love with it. Impiana Resort, where I chose
chefs whose restaurants received ‘Michelin Stars’. My to stay at that time, left me a good impression so I decided
other experiences, that surely need to be mentioned, to come back again but now as a chef, not guest.
are at the five star Hotel Schwaitlalm in Salzburg
where I was focused on Austrian cuisine and the What is the best part of your job?
‘Raffaello’ restaurant in Mexico city where I had the Chef Angelo: I will be very happy to see the guests enjoy
chance to develop a good knowledge of Latin their time or dinner with my food.
and South American cuisine. After that I moved to
Germany in Mainburg where I spent another two Please tell us about a memorable experience in your
years in a German kitchen. Another experience, career life?
which helped me to develop my passion and Chef Angelo: It was when I had a chance to run cooking
knowledge for food, was working with the UN and the shows on international channels while I still was in Italy.
FAO (Food and Agricultural Organization) and my last It was fun and a good experience.
employment, before Impiana Resort Phuket, was at
the Sheraton Shenzhen in China. What is your suggestion for those who want to
become a chef?
Where does your inspiration come from? Chef Angelo: Enjoy your life, job and meals!
Chef Angelo: It is the result of my experience in
two different worlds: Italian and Asian cuisine mixed What is your next goal?
together like making sauce for Italian dishes with Chef Angelo: To work as a chef on the moon!
curry, basil, and lemongrass.
Thank you Chef Angelo for this interview and we wish
What is the characteristic of your own creations? you success with “Impiana Phuket Resort”.
Chef Angelo: As I’m an Italian native, I prefer to keep
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Uncover ‘Kitchen Plus’

Daintiness you order
Do you serve to all tastes?
You are all welcome at ‘Kitchen Plus’. Thai cuisine is the main
KK
focus of our restaurant but we do add western items as well,
itchen Plus staff told people that it is a new style to attract foreigners, for example in the menu we have soup,
restaurant in Phuket and invite everyone to try it American breakfast, spaghetti and steak. Talking about Thai
out. Phuketindex.com couldn’t resist sending us out to prove restaurants in Phuket, people might think that we cook to
the claim. At Kitchen Plus located in HomePro Village Chalong, please foreigners, and the taste or spice may be cooled down.
we walked around, grabbed a seat, tasted the food and talked But for ‘Kitchen Plus’, taste & spice is standard Thai except
to the owner; Mr. Teerasak Phonngam (Kim) and Restaurant when the customers require a mild flavour or no spice.
Manager; Mr. Thanaphat Nuansakul (Kob) to learn all about
‘Kitchen Plus’. With two guys in the kitchen, do you have to be ‘able’
to cook?
Are you food lovers? (Kim) Yes, I was a cook on my own before. When I was studying
We two enjoy eating as much as loving to cook. The idea and living abroad, I always cooked for myself and took food
quietly came up when we were travelling around - visiting to a temple. Further than this, it was my mother who was very
this and that restaurant - and started to think about our good at cooking and I think it passed down and I learnt her
own childhood dream. It took a while to open the restaurant way. So for me cooking is reckoned as a real ‘heart catcher’.
though, crafting the menu, and searching for proficient cooks: Kob himself has to do it as well.
these processes took time as we all knew that cooking needs (Kob) When our cook is absent, we have to be able to replace
elaboration. her. I sometimes have to enter the kitchen, cooking Som Tam
and everything myself.
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Lif est yle
akul
phat Nuans
K.Kob: Thana
K.Kim: Teerasak Phonngam
What are on today’s menu?

They are all are some of Kitchen Plus’ popular dishes. Pad
Thai with our own homemade sauce - somewhat spicy; Stir- What are your future plans?
fried Shrimp with Curry Powder in which we use fresh White We plan to expand with more branches when everything is
Shrimps - not cultured nor frozen shrimps; Deep Fried Sea systemized and settled. It probably will be in a franchise pattern.
Bass with Fish Sauce to eat with Mango Spicy Salad - crispy There are a few customers from other provinces showing their
outside but tender inside. Other popular dishes are Spicy Mixed interest and discussing this with us. So we consider them and
Vegetable Soup with Prawns, Sea Bass with Curry Powder, wait for the time we are really ready to move on. For Phuket,
and set dishes like Thai Red Curry Soup with Thai goramy fish new branches might be at Central Festival Phuket or Jungceylon
especially for Thais’ favourite choice. Here we have over 200 - a tourist zone with high potential.
dishes and all of them are cooked with the freshest ingredients
we get daily. What are the keywords for running a restaurant?
This is easy; one is honesty and another is service-mind. With
How do you get employees’ hearts? these two things, you can do it. It is very tiring but if you have
We see everyone as a family member which is all important. the heart, you will get good feed back.
Whether they are a steward, a waitress, or a cook, we treat
them equally. For ‘Kitchen Plus’, we are just like a father, a What are your lifestyles like?
pillar of our family. (Kob) Lifestyle has a lot of influence on our restaurant. We are
easy-going people and that is reflected in our food presentation.
Have there been difficult experiences? We keep it simple and focus on a comfy atmosphere instead.
(Kob) Running a restaurant is totally new to us. So difficulties (Kim) I like travelling, eating, experiencing something new and
were inevitable. I graduated with an engineering degree. Kim interior design. These inspire me a lot in my own restaurant.
has been engaged in the property industry. We had no restaurant The concept is not limited to one style. It’s the mixture, the
experience before. It’s kind of lots of work with hard homework blending of our characters that is different in each corner.
to do. We realized that part of the success is ‘teamwork’. We
then tried to give our staff our hearts and hope deeply they will What’s your message to the readers?
give theirs back in return. (Kob) - We try to serve the finest food with the best service.
(Kim) We had so many problems to cope with when we first If you are looking for an easy restaurant with a good price,
opened. It was September and we planned to run a soft opening please come.
but things turned out to be far beyond our expectations. With (Kim) I would like to invite everyone. It’s true that we are a newly
good feedback and word of mouth power, our restaurant was opened restaurant - our food is not though. You can enjoy our
crowded with customers. We underestimated its popularity. signature cocktail. Come and be entertained with nice folk songs
There were only a few people at that time to run the operation by a Philippines live band every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
and deal with complaints of slow service. Everyone had to help Say hi to us and we will recommend you some dishes.
each other. But now everything is set in its place. We have
experience and learnt the lessons. I have to admit that it was
really stressful. We don’t want to let anyone in with a negative
first impression that will undoubtedly ruin our business.
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In dex
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Dining
Tel/Fax: + 66 (0) 76 383 244
The Real Thai Taste

Kitchen Plus is a newly established Thai restaurant by three owning partners who fell in love with the delicacy and depth of Thai
cuisine. Inspired by their own characters, the restaurant interior becomes the perfect place to sit for either relaxation or hearty
dining with a selection of delectable dishes and drinks.
Kitchen Plus serves a wide array of Thai

cuisine for over 200 items ranging from
tourist favourite dishes like Fried Spring
Roll, Pad Thai, Tom Yum, Green Curry
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Karon To Cape Phanwa
Beach
Kitchen Plus
Open: 11.00 a.m. - 10.00 p.m. daily Chalong Circle
Established: October 2009

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Location: HomePro Village, close to Chalong roundabout.
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If
If
you love food, you will love ‘Dining in of the island, brings so many different
Phuket’. There are restaurants to suit restaurants catering to a multitude of tastes.
every taste, serving a huge selection
of western and Asian food. The variety of Dining out in Phuket - whether for a special
cuisine and dining experiences is vast, as occasion at a restaurant brimming with
Phuket has a number of cuisines different atmosphere or a quiet romantic restaurant
in character and flavour from those of other - can be the most enjoyable element of your
areas in Thailand. The international character visit to the island of Phuket.
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Taste modern food

‘Aroma Restaurant’
…A great location at Cape Panwa in Phuket
has made ‘Novotel Phuket Beach Resort
Panwa’ beachfront accommodation that
everyone dreams of. One of the special
moments staying overnight here is a perfect
dining experience served in ‘Aroma
Restaurant’ …
‘Aroma Restaurant’ is surrounded by

panoramic views of the sea and the sky
that make the food and beverage on white
tablecloth even more impressive. Smooth
jazz music lulls the customers who are
waiting for their favorite dishes. Most of the
dishes at Aroma Restaurant are International
Modern Cuisine & Thai Cuisine, yet its other
outstanding dishes are cooked in Mexican
style as well.
The best selections of the restaurant

are Thai spicy appetizers, namely
Yam Som O and hot Mexican -
Latin menu Fajitas with Spicy
Sauce. The common spicy taste
of the two dishes make our
digestive juice begin to work.
Then, it’s the time to savor the
restaurant’s recommended main
course, Salmon Escalade in American
Sauce, a modern fusion dish of salmon
topped with the restaurant’s exclusive sauce
and served with Thai steamed rice. The dish
goes well with a glass of good beer and
stunning ambience surrounding the restaurant.
Daily Opening Hours: 6.00 a.m. 12.00 p.m.
Novotel Phuket Beach Resort Panwa

5/3 Moo 8, Ao Yon-Khaokhad Rd., Wichit,
Muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: +66 (0) 76 393 300
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The true taste of beach dining

‘Concaved Restaurant’
Try the Lobster Thermidor,
Centuni, Pork Filet Mignon
Chef de Cuisine, Mixed
Grilled Poisson et sa
creme de crustaces
- Seafood, Thai and
French cuisine prepared
by highly experienced
chefs served in a beach-
side setting.
For dining with the best view in

Pa t o n g b e a c h , i t ’ s h a r d t o b e at
‘Concaved’. Taking center stage on
the world famous Patong beach, is this
stunning setting for dining at ‘Concaved’
beach restaurant. It’s difficult not
to over-state the view but it’s truly
breathtaking with sunsets you would find
hard to beat anywhere in the world.
The true taste of seafood and Thai food

can be verified by your senses. ‘Concaved’
is the perfect place for a couple, or families,
to enjoy a romantic sunset combination
with the sounds of the sea and the
perfect food.
Concaved Restaurant
Open daily 10.00 am. – 11.00 pm.
11 Thaweewong Rd., Patong Beach,
Phuket 83150
Tel: +66 (0) 76 341 171 Ext.501
Email: concaved@safaribeachhotel.com
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An outstanding variety of Thai Cuisine

‘Rim Talay Restaurant’
Sumptuous dining is part of any holiday
experience, at Laguna Beach Resort Laguna
- Phuket, with a choice of restaurants as
tempting as the variety of culinary skills.
Satisfying the palate is a delicious selection of
Thai, Asian, Continental & seafood specialties,
all expertly prepared.
There are also pleasingly, different settings for

drinks & light refreshments in relaxed informal
settings. For dinner choose from a selection
of ‘live’ seafood and regional Thai cuisine
prepared by the chefs in the open itchen.
Enjoy the sounds of our Thai musicians whilst
dining al fresco or in air-conditioned comfort.
A children’s menu is also available. All-day
dining.
Don’t Miss
Rimtalay Ruam Aroy
(Assorted Thai Appetizers)
Gang Mussaman Nuer
(Mussaman Curry with Beef)
Talay Pad Kruang Tess (Stir
Fried Seafood with Thai Herbs)
Rim Talay Operating hours:

Monday to Sunday 6.30 pm - 10.30 pm
(Dinner)
390/1 Moo 1, Srisoonthorn Rd.,

Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110
Tel: +66 (0) 76 324 352
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7 Special Days @ Coconut Coffee Shop

‘The number one buffet in Patong’
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa
Patong proudly presents the number
one buffet in Patong. With
sumptuous daily themed buffet
dinner selections featuring
Asian & International dishes ‘a
la minute’ or immediate cooking
stations, fresh Sushi, salad bar,
desserts, etc. they have been
carefully chosen to tempt your
taste buds.
Step into the Coconut Coffee Shop and taste the

simple life, with a variety of dishes from its a la
carte menu or plunge into its ‘Number one buffet
in Patong’ , extensive yet affordable, daily buffet
dinner. There is something for everyone here.
This is the perfect place for families to relax with the
assistance of our attentive staff, among the intimate
and relaxed atmosphere of The Coconut Coffee Shop
located on the 2nd floor of Paradise wing, at the
best price only THB 250++, island dining has
never been this delightful.
Special of the 7 days

Sun - Legend of Rice
Mon - E-Sarn Corner
Tue - Noodles Lover
Wed - Array of Sushi
Thu - Yum Yai by Your Own
Fri - Noodles Curry
Sat - Spaghetti & Pastas
Excellent Value for Money and As Much As You Like !!!

Dinner buffet is open from 6pm until 9.30pm
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa

135/23,123/15-16 Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Rd.,
Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150
Tel: +66 (0) 76 340 666
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Dining Out on Kata Beach

‘Oasis On the Sea’
‘Oasis On-the-Sea’ are the new creation
of Mom Tri Devakul – the owner of Phuket’s
famous Boathouse and Mom Tri’s Royale
Kitchen in Villa Royale, both fine dining
locations and boutique hotels in Kata.
You can go in from Kata Beach, almost

adjacent to The Boathouse. This southern
Kata venue looks out over the beach
and is cooled by sea breezes. If
you are driving, park up on the
nearby hill at Villa Royale -
there is a shuttle service to
bring you back down to Oasis.
The Décor of Oasis on the Sea

follows a colour scheme with
non-slip stone floors, lots of white
columns, plenty of greenery and, of
course, that lovely view of Kata Beach, one
of Phuket’s most beautiful strands. Part of the
restaurant leans toward a cosmopolitan touch
with French ballads and lots of passers by on
the busy street outside, while Oasis features
plenty of space and a jazz combo from
Wednesday to Sunday.
Oasis has a split personality like the

atmosphere of many a fine-dining venue
nowadays, Oasis-On-the-Sea is cheerfully
lit and decked out with bright colours. The
restaurant also has al fresco dining.
Mediterranean fare is the theme at the Oasis

On-the-Sea Restaurant. Chef Darren’ dishes
are innovative, daring and creative. Starters
include: a beetroot and sorbet soup, rare
seared tuna spring rolls Sliced buffalo
mozzarella and much more.
Open from 12:00 am - 23:30 pm
OASIS
184 Koktanode Rd., Kata Beach,
Phuket 83100 (Adjacent to Mom Tri’s
Boathouse)
Tel: +66 (0) 76 330 423
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‘Oriental Spoon Grill & Bar’
‘Oriental Spoon Grill & Bar’ is located in Twin
Palms Phuket, a minimalist styled resort, in
Surin Beach. The restaurant serves eastern &
western fusion dishes prepared by professional
chefs featuring the premium wine lists.
The restaurant is designed in Thai contemporary

style which is as trendy as the hotel’s structure.
The charming light shining trough the tables,
chairs, bars, food, and glasses of wine, make it
a perfect place for dining.
The best selected dishes that make the ambience

more attractive are Thai styled dishes called
‘Tiger Prawn Tarmarind Sauce’ which is
extremely palatable and ‘Australian Tenderloin
Beef’ made from quality Australian Tenderloin
grilled and topped with sweet and spicy Pepper
Corn Sauce.
Another highlight of ‘Oriental Spoon Grill &

Bar’ is the ‘Sunday Brunch’ that serves
Bar
all the customers a variety of kinds of
a
food and desserts including fresh
seafood, smoked salmon, chocolate,
cheese, Thai sweet, cocktails,
and sashimi in the buffet line on
Sunday 12.00 p.m. - 3 p.m. with
really special price.
Opening Hours
Buffet breakfast: 7.00 am - 10.30 am
Dinner: 16.00 pm - 23.00 pm (last orders)
Sunday Brunch: 12.00 am -15.00 pm
106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Rd., Cherng Talay,

Thalang, Phuket 83110
Tel: +66 (0) 76 316 500
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“Four Immeasurables” weekend retreat experience with

Dr Allan Wallace
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happiness. It refers to the potential of bliss and happiness of all

sentient beings. There will be no jealousy when we see people’s
achievements. It is an unselfish and very positive mental attitude
which is beneficial for oneself and others.
Impartiality is not to distinguish between friends, enemies or

strangers, but regards every sentient being as equal, with a true
understanding regarding the principle of impermanence, the
principle of not-self, and the reality of existence. One will not be
happy or make it worse when others are suffering or are in trouble.
We should also help prevent one from doing negative actions.
S ome experiences take a long time but cannot be longer

in the memories than the time they took. Other experi-
ences, though taking little time, impress so much that
they can cause great changes after.
Imagine when you are in Shamatha, not focusing of sense of
being, but in stability and clarity of the aspiration of Loving
Kindness, Compassion, Empathetic Joy, & Impartiality, and then
you are less self-centred and take in equally the joys and sorrows
of all people, friends, loved ones, relatives, and those who we
My weekend retreat experience with Dr. Allan Wallace was in never met. When we keep in mind that we can all suffer under the
the second category. same condition; it is the uncertainty, the nature no one can deny.
What can bring us more pleasure when we see others’ happi-
Rather than spend my weekend hanging out as usual, I used ness?
one weekend to participate in “Four Immeasurables Weekend
Retreat” at Phuket International Academy Mind Centre. It The teachings went along with guided meditations, and discus-
was a good feeling and the best time for learning to be true with sions regardless of whether we hold beliefs to any religion,
myself and learning a way to live well with others. regardless of whether there will be a next life. It is peace and
happiness Dr. Alan said and we felt at that moment, a genuine
The retreat was conducted in the specifically designed meditation happiness that is deeper and lasts longer than hedonic pleasure.
hall during 18 - 20 June 2010. Ordained as a Buddhist monk Every person can also explore and experience more too.
by the Dalai Lama and living as a fully ordained monk for 12
years, Dr. Allan Wallace showed up at the evening of the first Phuket International Academy Mind Centre will host two other
day and began his teaching telling us how the 2 day retreat was retreats this year. One is a six-week training programme for
going to look like and pointing out the universality and opening instructors & those interested in “Cultivating Emotional Balance”
of Buddha’s dharma. We went through the story of Kalama Sutta on Jul 18 - Aug 24. Another is an eight-week residential retreat
(The Buddha’s Charter of Free Inquiry) that encourages people focused on the practice of “Shamatha” and the “Four Immeasur-
to not passively accept anything easily but, rather, constantly ables” on Sep 16 - Nov 11. For more information, please look
question and personally test to identify those truths. Buddha did at the Mind Center section in Phuket International Academy
not impose anyone to believe him and likewise I was required to website http://phuketinternationalacademy.com
practice enlightenment myself.
The major topic of the retreat: The “Four Immeasurables”,

was about loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and
impartiality:
Loving Kindness is unconditional love without attachment.

By the mediation practice, this love was cultivated towards
ourselves then our loved ones, friends, teachers, strangers,
enemies, and finally towards all sentient beings.
Compassion is wanting others to be free from suffering without

discrimination. It happens when you feel sorry for someone and
really want to help. It is more than pity; it is taking action. Com-
passion helps uplift one’s mind to the thought that all sentient
beings are the same. There is no ‘me’ and ‘others’ that will lead
to heatedness or heated arguments.
Empathetic Joy is being happy with someone’s fortune or
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SIMPLY LUXURIOUS SPA EXPERIENCE
@ COOL SPA, SRI PANWA

Located on the top of Cape Panwa, Sri panwa offers its guests a stunning
view of Phuket’s sea and sky along with world class accommodation and
facilities.
The orange pool villas situated down the mountain slopes are surrounded
by a lush tropical forest. Each villa features quality facilities, privacy and excellent
services. But the highlight of the resort, that we would like to present, is
its spa named ‘Cool Spa’.
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‘Cool Spa’ is located among the luxury pool villas of Sri panwa. The spa was named
after its blue painted buildings that best reflect the cool and refreshing ambience of
the leafy trees embracing the spa. As with the pool villas, ‘Cool Spa’ was built along
the sloping hill with a great blending design of tropical contemporary and Sino – Portuguese
architecture following the simply luxurious concept of the resort. So, you can be sure
that being treated in the spa must be extremely delightful.
Apart from the verdant surroundings, the artificial waterfall falling down the spa terraces
makes the spa really succulent or tempting as a juicy fruit. The splashing sound of the
waterfall is like a melody lulling people’s minds while they are treated here.
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Spa treatments are provided in unique locations either Private Spa Pavilions or Outdoor Bathing
Jacuzzis. The treatments used in the spa are made from local natural ingredients & fruits such as
mango, papaya, rambutan, tamarind, yogurt, honey, etc. The great combination, between the spa
unique treatments and its exclusive massaging style, is the desirable way to pamper body and mind.
The recommended ‘Spa 7 Days’ package relaxes you with several spa menus including Delight,
Sweet, Chill, Touch, Soothing, Pamper, and Bliss. Each menu features it own characteristics which
suit the different tastes or desires of the guests.
Keeping the charming scenery of the indigo sea and sky together with the emerald environment
around the spa in mind, throw away your exhaustion, and let the flowing waterfall and best spa
treatment pamper you at Cool Spa @ Sri panwa for an impressively unforgettable spa experience.
The Best Spa In Southeast Asia
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Cooking Class Chaiya Yoga
Price 2,000 Baht/Person Monthly 2,000 Baht Monthly 3,200 Baht
Special for Phuket Resident

Only ๙๙๙ Baht
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Spa 3 hrs.
Yoga+Spa 90 min
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Valid Until 31 Oct. 10
Tel. 076-263222
5/10 Moo3 Chaofa (west) Rd. Muang, Phukrt 83000 Thailand

www.sukkospa.com E-mail Sukko@sukkospa.com
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DO IT YOURSELF
WALL STENCILING
Add personal touch to any space with wall art you
create yourself. Stencils make wall painting a fun experience
with just a few items required.
Things you will need:

• Pencil
• Masking tape or adhesive spray
• Paints
• Stencils
• Plate or cup for paint
• Cardboard
• Level
• Stencil brushes, sponge, cotton
ball, cloth etc.
Step1 Pre
P epare your wall. Make sure the surface
iss clean:
c no holes, dents or dust. You may
n ed to paint an initial coat on your wall.
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Step 2 Plan out your design. This can be done rough-

P
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y in your head for a simple stencil. But if it’s
lik
kely to be more complicated, use the pencil
to
o draw, mark and flow design. (Don’t worry
a bout the stencils if you are not an artist by
birth. You will find so many free stencils available
to
o download on the internet.)
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3 4
It’s time to paint now. Use a clean dry
Step stencil brush, take a little but ample
U masking tape or
Use Step paint on the end of the brush, remove
adhesive spray to
a
securely position the excess paint with a piece of cardboard,
stencil. Remember and then simply tap your brush on the
to start at the corner stencil opening. Continue until all the cut
or edge of wall. parts are covered. Try using other mate-
rials such as a cotton ball, sponge, cloth
etc. for a different look they’ll give.
5
Dab each colour to complete the design. Move and repeat your
stenciled pattern to the desired surface area.
Step
Step 6 C
Carefully remove the stencil as soon
as you’ve finished painting.
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WROUGHT IRON
FISH SCHOOL
SCULPTURE
Fish represents spiritual growth and
transformation in dreams. For Chinese,
JACKFRUIT
fish mean prosperity. Choose this item to
create a ‘surrounding’ that attracts good
LOW VASE
fortune to your area.
Inspired by the shape of
delightful tropical jack fruit.
It has an interesting cha-
racteristic you can’t resist.
Design comes together with
WATER HYACINTH ACCENT function in polished pewter
that will never tarnish. Ideal
Recommended for indoor decoration, this water for floating flowers, scented
hyacinth accent piece is 100% handmade. Its candles or larger arrange-
texture and outstanding shape creates ments.
a stylish sense by itself. Great to
either stand alone or showcase any
light-weight item, it will add interest to
any empty corner.
VERY ORANGE
MOSAIC CHAIR
Add a bit of sparkle to your living room
with this eye-catching mosaic chair
in a sunset-orange shade. Its curvy
look can also help soften the visual
impact of any frigid cold space.
BROWN LEATHER
STORAGE CHEST
Manufactured with top quality real cow
leather. This dignified leather chest is an
excellent storage solution without compromising
on style. The chest has contemporary brass
handles and lock while it features some
smaller chests inside.
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1/1 Lagoon Rd., Cherngtalay,

Thalang, Phuket Thailand 83110
Tel: +66 (0) 76 270 847
Fax: +66 (0) 76 270 633
Mobile: +66 (0) 81 970 8272
Email: cozy_company@yahoo.com
RATTAN COFFEE AND

SIDE TABLE
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NATURAL WOOD
COFFEE TABLE
This real conversation piece is a simple combination of wood top and
stainless steel frame allowing it to easily blend into many settings. It
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FIBER GLASS
HOME ACCENT
This Toddy Palm inspired fiber glass home accent is
a work of art. The designer created organic forms that
finely blend synthetic material with the gracefulness of
nature. It can also be applied for a vase.
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I
t is said that one ‘sense’ of the arts is a kind of talent which cannot be
copied. It is significantly valuable in any industry that asks for creativity,
to make common an uncommon, to better the good or even
extraordinary. The booming real estate industry in Phuket also
demands this ‘sense’ to add value to buildings. A house does require
furniture, accents and proper composition to fill up vacant spaces, doesn’t
it? But emptiness then becomes a real haven.
Nattanit (Nina) Suwit Phuketindex.com magazine, this issue, is going to introduce a smart
Nina Decorative Design woman who knows well what she should do with the gift she was given.
Business Owner Her ‘sense’ of the arts lead Mrs Nattanit (Nina) Suwit to a vibrant future
with a furniture supply and decorative design business she started and
dedicated herself in - called ‘Nina Decorative Design’.
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The Beginning The Target

Mrs Nattanit or ‘Nina’ told us about the beginning of Nina “Large or small, the orders still have the same
Decorative Design; it started about three years ago. importance to us.” This was being emphasized in part
“Before this, I was working with projects and hotels in of our conversation when we asked about her target
my last company supplying awnings and cushions and customers. “We welcome anyone with a house or villa
I noticed there was always a need in Phuket for good or apartment who wants indoor or outdoor furniture, or
quality, well-priced furniture. I heard clients complain outdoor features.” She added: “We have stock in our
about furniture being too expensive and taking too long showroom but specialize more in custom orders for
to arrive. In the case of indoor wood furniture from clients such as hotels and projects requiring specific
Thailand, they had many problems splitting later. Hence, furniture or artifacts. We also get a number of clients
I decided to source indoor/outdoor furniture from Indonesia.” who are just looking for something different for their
house. “
The Principle
We still wonder how come a person with no degree or The Products
educational background about art or decoration would risk Nina Decorative Design supplies indoor and outdoor
herself in this industry. She revealed: “Actually, I have furniture including art, lamps, mirrors, pots, water
been involved in manufacturing and providing awnings features, statues and many other ranges. “We are very
and cushions to retail and project clients over the last 15 strong on our ability to supply custom-ordered art out
years. During the time I have developed a good eye for of our office in China and have a good range in stock.
colour co-ordination and product mix especially at the The materials we use are very diverse from teak,
concept stage of a project. I have considered some of the mahogany and mango woods to aluminum, copper,
design courses available but have always found there is stone, GRC (Glass-fibre Reinforced Concrete), resin,
no substitute for practical experience and natural ability.” Terrazzo, glass mosaic, fabrics and all the natural
weaves like water-hyacinth, sea-grass, rattan and
The Connection Abacca.” Really all kinds and all styles.
If you are not the only one or the first mover, you have to
try hard to not drown and find yourself a standpoint in the The Inspiration
industry. For Nina Decorative Design, in her case she was “I love finishing a room setting and seeing the client
a follower; Mrs Nina explained it was a connection that very happy or when the client visits the showroom it
played the leading role. “I am fortunate my partner, Alan, feels really good helping them choose beautiful ranges
has a wholesale furniture company in Australia supplying for their house or project. Making them happy is part of
over 200 shops and has an outdoor furniture factory and my job and what inspires me a lot.”
warehouses in Indonesia. He also supplies hotels with
artifacts and furniture all over the world. So getting the Many thanks to Mrs Nina for sharing her valuable time
same prices and support in Indonesia has enabled me to with us, as she likes to use most of her spare time
supply my clients in Phuket with products at a very good traveling overseas to source ranges and taking care of
quality and price.” her lovely 8 year-old son.
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EVERYTHING BALI
by Nina Decorative Design
BUDDHA HEAD FOUNTAIN

Add tranquility and freshness to your outdoor patio
or garden with this hand-crafted natural stone Buddha
head fountain. Water bubbles from the top of the head
flows over the Buddha’s head and face to make the
atmosphere perfect for meditation. Height is 1m.
Price is set at 11,000 baht.
MANGO-WOOD TV CABINET
Low TV cabinet with four drawers. Made of
mango-wood that is well known for its durability.
Dimensions: 180cm Width x 50cm Depth x 50cm
Height. 14,000 baht only for this piece.
TEAK CHAISE LOUNGE

HAND CARVED TEAK TABLE Relax in an antique style of this Bali chaise
12,500 baht for this piece is considered much lounge. This outstanding chaise features a
more than value for money. This is a rustic and traditional swirled arm with a sloping design
truly dignified console. Accent table has been and carvings on the arm and base. It comes
entirely hand-carved from ancient teak wood and with a soft cushion and small pillow at only
embellished with floral carvings. 19,000 baht.
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BUDDHA WALL PLAQUE

This stunning hand-carved wall plaque features a serene
face of the Buddha. The plaque measures 2 meters high
by 2 meters wide. It would make a gorgeous addition to
any home. For sale at 11,000 baht.
SEAHORSE
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Give your space a touch of
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with these seahorse figurines.
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ABSTRACT OIL PAINTING

A hundred percent handmade oil painting on
canvas by professional and passionate artist. The
painting is 75 cm wide and 100 cm high. Price is
4,500 baht inclusive of frame.
DESIGNER TABLE SET

Chic but still eco friendly. The set is a combined
table and two chairs resembling boats in shape.
The natural colors and beauty of teak-wood give a
rustic look which looks great in any contemporary
WATER-HYACINTH
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A or tropical setting. 28,000 baht only for a set.
Go green and get into a classic look with this
water-hyacinth sofa set with fine cushion. Price for
the whole is 22,000 baht net.
Nina Decorative Design

10/22 Moo 10, Big Buddha Chaofa Road 51 T.Chalong, A.Muang, Phuket 83130
Tel: +66 (0) 76 384463 Fax: +66 (0) 76 384413 Email: ninaphuket@hotmail.com
www.phuket-furniture.com For retail & wholesale. Made to order.
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Fur nishing
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Promise that
has been delivered
Being in a high hill position where

we are now allows us to see a lot of
developments rising in Phuket, from
north to south, from east to west. Many
projects we also visited were likeable.
Some projects amazed us with the
creativity of designers. Some show
great attention in every detail. However,
there were only a few we totally fell in
love with, during our very first steps
inside. There are few projects that can
evoke our thirst for buying. Sincerely,
La Colline is one of those.
Phuketindex.com visited La Colline’s

show house one day by invitation of the
developer “Property 55” and its discerning
director, Mr. Alain Cohen. We were greeted
warmly by the team even though they
were busy and putting their concentration
into the project’s accomplishment, on the
verdant hills overlooking the Andaman
Ocean, in one of the quietest corners in
Phuket, near Layan beach.
La Colline’s show house has a bit of a strange

layout - though still very much impressive.
Entering by foot from the front, you go under its
arched entrance and walk along the sidewalk
which is beside a nature loving idea, a lovely
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‘garden wall’, passing guests’ bedrooms on the ground

floor, taking steps to the so-called ‘Pool Level’ to get
into the living room patio and master bedroom, continuing
further to the kitchen and dining area on the top floor,
which connects to the maids’ quarter and parking
space tucked behind the entire building.
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The villas were built on an open plan layout and designed to

take advantage of the tropical climate. The wise use of natural
materials and well positioned floor-to-ceiling windows maximise
the flow of natural breezes and let natural light in all year
round, for comfort and energy saving.
Three guestrooms are discreetly isolated from the main

building which means guests can independently access their
rooms without disturbing the owner. All bedrooms with
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La Colline’s show house has a bit

of a strange layout - though still
very much impressive.
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en suite bathrooms are spacious, well appointed

and allow a direct access to landscaped
garden. The master bedroom & bathroom
en suite can be reached by the corridor and
another staircase on the left side of building.
It is top notch with a spacious bathroom
featuring an outdoor Jacuzzi, home automation
solutions for lighting, entertainment and
security, 180 degree ocean vistas and the
privilege of a swimming pool – just a step
away. A swimming pool laps up to the lounge
area. Backed behind the deck is a refreshment
zone with storage and bar counter island
- ideal for both everyday relaxation and
occasional parties. A modern kitchen on
the upper floor is equipped with a fridge,
dishwashing machine, state of the art oven
etc. (optional). Connected to the kitchen on
a higher level, the dining room and living area
provides lots of space. With huge windows on
either side, you can enjoy a picturesque view
of the Andaman Sea just metres above the
sea level and a fresh sea breeze without an
obstruction.
Scheduled to be complete later this year,

the whole project consists of 17 villas, a
club house and two pond water reservoirs
for internal use. Each villa is being built on
an elevated level of a lush hill. The design
and layout of the buildings are optimized to
ensure an unobstructed panorama. There are
only three villas now left to sell. Buying one
could make you a neighbor of a famous name
you don’t normally expect. For the rest of
you, let the pictures help your imagination.
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La Colline
Property 55 Co., Ltd.
3/10-11 Moo 1, Srisoonthirn Rd., Chengtalay,
Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 271 770-1
Fax: +66 (0) 76 271 783
Email: info@property55.com
www.property55.com
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its entrance road from Cherng Talay village has attracted many
entrepreneurs to open shops, businesses, restaurants, and real
estate projects nearby, trying to ‘cash in’ on the affluent tourists and
now residents passing by, perhaps on the way to the trendy Surin
beach or lively Patong beach also nearby.
Now the vacant land, that used to be the last space before the village,
is being developed as the new ‘The Explorer Phuket’ residential
and retail project, by The Explorer Co., Ltd. It is set to raise the bar
again for high quality shops, houses and buyers. The project is on a
large 57 rai or 22.5 acres of land plot on the west side of the road from
the Cherng Talay junction to Laguna Phuket entrance. It will comprise
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The Explorer Phuket

explores new territory
near Laguna’s luxury
Ever since Laguna Phuket opened its
compound of luxury hotels and later
houses on the Bangtao beach area
about 20 years ago,
31 units of 31 retail units in an upmarket Plaza, 78 pool-villas The pool villas will comprise 78 units in two types: A for 39
and four 39-unit condominium buildings. units with single storey 2 bedroomed units, while type B is for
39 units with double storey 3 bedroomed units with the master
The Plaza is now under construction and will be complete bedroom and Jacuzzi on the upper floor. Both come with a
in July 2011 as the first part of the project. It features its car space and maid’s (or driver’s) quarter, so your maid or
own parking spaces, covered walkways and 3-storey commercial driver can park the car(s) for you and be on your beck and
buildings. When finished, there are bound to be a number call almost immediately!
of brand-name restaurants and stores to enjoy. The usage
space in each is 237.5 sqm. and if interested be quick, as the The condominiums’ penthouses are special, not just special,
units are now on sale at 15 million baht and apparently going with a rooftop swimming pool and clubhouse for relaxation.
quickly. They should also provide nice Andaman sea-views with the
Bangtao beach just a kilometre away.
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he first phase of the residential project is shopping for you! In the morning or late
T scheduled to be completed in July 2012.

Looking at the plans, there are no signs
or plans for a big shopping ‘mall’,
conference centre, nor a four star resort hotel as
reported elsewhere, so ‘The Explorer Phuket’
afternoon, you can jog or cycle to the beach
with your new friends and explore the environment
in an eco-friendly encounter before returning for
the rest of life’s wonderful experiences at
‘The Explorer Phuket’.
should provide a relaxed sophisticated ambience
to explore nice niche shops near to hospitable If you want more information, check out
homes. You can imagine, or really experience if www.the-explorer-phuket.com or
you go there, enjoying some hassle-free shopping, www.sea-property-international.com or
then a cup of latte coffee or a glass of wine with fellow visit their sales office on 41 Baandon-Cherng
customers and clients in a chic cafe, or clubhouse, Talay Road, Cherng Talay, Thalang, Phuket.
and then inviting them back for a short stroll to your Tel +66 (0)76 326 330, Fax +66 (0)76 326 329,
impressive villa or condo, without having to call the Mobile +66 (0)85 789 8555
driver for the car! Your maid can even carry the
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should provide a relaxed

sophisticated ambience to explore nice
niche shops near to hospitable homes.
BOUTIQUE GOLF VILLA
Where
SPACE
FUNCTION
LIFESTYLE
& DESIGN
are blended without
compromise
B
outique Golf Villa exclusively offers
7 pool villas in the middle of beautiful
golf course, Phuket Country Club.
Setting in a peaceful environment amidst

the natural embrace, the two-storey
villas has been designed under a large
open plan concept to maximize advantages
of tropical climate and the greenery
atmosphere. Each in a position allowing
an unobstructed view of the golf course.
Built to the highest standards with

beautifully finished functions. Boutique
Golf Villa comes in a choice of either 3
or 4 bedrooms featuring private 4x15
metre swimming pool, Jacuzzi and fully
fitted premium kitchen.
The perfect spot for peace and

tranquility where residents can expect
an ultimate golfing inspired experience
or a valued investment in Phuket.
• Patong Beach 10 Minutes

• Phuket Town 10 Minutes
• International Airport 30 Minutes
• Central Festival Phuket 5 Minutes
• British International School 15 Minutes
Boutique Golf Villa

91/134 Moo 7 Vichitsongkram Rd.
T.Kathu, A.Kathu, Phuket 83120
Tel: +66 (0) 81 628 5166,
+66 (0) 86 952 7142
Fax: +66 (0) 76 319 931
Email: info@boutiquegolfvilla.com
Website: www.boutiquegolfvilla.com
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Phuket Sale Office
Development
3/10-11 Moo 5, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 271 770-1 Fax: +66 (0) 76 271 783
Mobile: +66 (0) 81 862 0808
Email: info@property55.com Website: www.property55.com
La Colline: “Sanctuary of Serenity”

La Colline: encapsulating a total area of 33,000 square metres, La Colline plays host to 23 spacious villas, each with 700-800 sq.m.
of built up area. Nestled among Layan Hill, La Colline benefits from deep, lush green surroundings all year round and also from the
scent and colours provided from tranquil acres of tropical flowers. Most notably however, La Colline boasts a stunning unobstructed
panoramic view of Phuket’s azure blue Andaman Sea.
La Colline is a perfect setting of pure serenity, utmost privacy and unrivalled natural beauty.
Project name: La Colline

Project type: Luxury Pool Villas
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45/5 Soi Sukhumvit 59, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Development
Tel: +66 (0) 2 714 3901
Escape to Eternity
La Colline is located in Layan and benefits form a peaceful
and picturesque setting as well as beautiful panoramic
views. Strategically located, La Colline is an exceptionally
well designed project with striking architecture. Each Villa
gives off an aura of complete relaxation and quality upon
embracing your very first steps.
Modern tropical style villas are comprised of three stories

and boast 15 metres infinity edged swimming pools which
fade away beautifully into the endless horizon.
An accompanying poolside sala provides the perfect place
to relax as you watch the sun go down.
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Jason Nuell
General Manager of
Renaissance Phuket Resort and Spa
Newcomer
New voice
It was another special occasion when
we had a chance to chat with newly
appointed General Manager of the
Renaissance Phuket Resort and Spa.
The hotel is the first Renaissance
property in Phuket and the new brand
voice of the Renaissance opened early
this year. General Manager Jason Nuell
left us an image of a professional, an
enthusiast and a positive thinker –
obviously you can see this from his profile,
personality and conversation if you read on.
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JASON NUELL
General Manager of Renaissance Phuket Resort and Spa
Please tell us a bit about your career path?

My previous role was as Area Director of Operations in Marriott Hotels
South East Asia. Prior to this assignment, I was the Director of Operations
at JW Marriott Mumbai in 2005 and Director of Operations at Surfers
Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa in Australia in 2003, where I began
my Marriott career.
What is the difference between your responsibilities

you had in Hong Kong and now in Phuket?
My role in Hong Kong Corporate Office was the
Area Director of Operations looking after the
overall operation of Rooms and Food & Beverage
outlets of 30 hotels within 7 countries around
the Asia Pacific region, including hiring the
leadership operation team for the recently
opened 9 hotels in the area, while for
Renaissance Phuket my role is shifted
to be more specific in every department
operation including positioning of the
resort with the new Renaissance
Brand Voice.
From your experience, is the

Phuket market different from
Hong Kong? Is it making it
more difficult or easier to
handle?
Phuket is primarily more leisure
driven where as Hong Kong
has its share of corporate trade,
claiming its fair position as a
Global Financial Centre. The
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with waterfall features. And the most important

part not to be missed is our people, I believe
what set us apart from the rest is the team we
have assembled at the resort, I’m very proud of
the team and they will do anything to make our
customers love them.
Is it challenging opening a hotel in the

current situation with Thailand’s unrest just
under control? What is the plan?
As Marriott hotels worldwide have experience
over these past 80 years, having been through
many different crisis, we are confident that with
purpose of such experience and with the kind of service
guest travel Marriott associates or Renaissance Ambassadors
and expectation can provide, we will be going through this
is different in both challenge just fine.
places but from the hotels’
perspective, our job i s t o How about the grand opening?
continually strive to provide high quality Our grand opening is planned for October to
of service and experience to ensure that every guest coincide with the Renaissance Miami Beach
has a fulfilling stay that enables them to relax and which is also another new brand voice of
return to us. Renaissance. There will be a celebration event
on the same night using a VDO link between two
resorts, some international performances and
Don’t you think there are enough hotels in entertainment. We will also be inviting top VIPs
Phuket? How is Renaissance Phuket going to and media within Thailand and nearby to join
catch people‘s attention? our party.
There are several “accommodation options” available
in Phuket that cater to the needs of different kinds
of travelers. Renaissance brings to Phuket a unique
and stylish product of Marriott to north Phuket on Mai
Khao beach offering a comfortably cool resort for
independently minded travelers in the relaxing natural
environment and tranquil experience to couples,
honeymooners and for family fun. The re s o r t
comprises a complete product in combination of
Deluxe rooms, Suites and Pool Villas, 5 indigenous
food & beverage outlets, Quan Spa, Kids
World and provides enough for everyone in
the family at great rates.
What if we ask you to present your

hotel? What is the highlight we
should never miss?
The resort is set on Mai Khao
Beach providing stunning views
of the Andaman Ocean, chic
& stylish architecture, turtle
shaped villa roof-tops which
signify the importance of
the leather turtle in Mai
Khao area, away from
the hustle & bustle of
other beaches, 2 different
landscapes in the resort
– a sandy beach in
the resort & a lagoon
A K I D S C L U B AT I T S B E S T
Welcome to the new Juk’s Adventures™ Kid’s Club offering different depths for Toddlers & Adults, Professional Fitness Studio
your children a membership with unlimited access – Features as well as special Benefits and Vouchers (Helicopter Sightseeing
include Mini Golf, Pool Slider, Climbing Walls, Ball Room, Latest Flight, Girls Beauty Spa Day, Accommodation, Spa Treatments,
Playstation & Wii Games, Internet, Pool Billiard, Foosball, Daily Birthday Party for 20 kids and more). Visit our website or call us for
Arts & Crafts Activities, Beach Volleyball, Supersized SpringfreeTM a guided tour on 076 336 500.
Trampoline, Outdoor Playground, Enormous Swimming Pool with www.twinpalms-club.com
Twinpalms Club @ Baan Yamu

Phuket’s Most Exciting & Stylish Contemporary Family Resort
171/23 Moo 7, Paklok, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand
t +66 (0) 76 336500, f +66 (0) 76 310558
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Life on boards
URFING IN PHUKET
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rom May to the end of October, or about
half year, Phuket Island is covered by Different beaches give different waves and wind
rain in most areas as we are under the conditions. Popular beaches are those on the west
influence of the southwest monsoon that coast including Kata, Karon, Kalim, Kamala and Surin,
brings moist hot air from the ocean over Phuket and plus on the south-side at Nai Harn. Among these,
southern Thailand. It rains on average more than 15 people say Kata offers the best board riding and easily
days a month throughout the ‘green’ season, but the becomes the many surfers’ favourite beach. When
monsoon wind and currents also bring waves in the combined with its attractive backdrop, it is no wonder
sea as big as 2 - 4 meters high. The red warning flags why Kata is always chosen for a number of competitions.
along the beach become the norm and swimmers
are discouraged. The heavy rain, big waves and Quiksilver will again sponsor this year’s contest after
dull skies might keep some away from the beach or a hugely successful Quiksilver Thailand Surf Series
even make them scared of the island. The weather 2009 that attracted over a hundred participating
conditions make life in Phuket a bit slow and lacking surfers from Thailand and around the world such
in colour which is usually painted by crowds of travellers. as Australia, Japan, France, Indonesia, Hawaii in
But for some, the monsoon season is just like a ‘happy USA, to name just a few. ‘Joob’ revealed that 2010
hour’ they’re counting on, not just for discounts, but event will differ from last year’s event. “There will be
as the best time for surfing in Phuket. no more series, no separate contests on Kalim and
Kamala Beach. During 22-26 September, 2010, the
Admittedly Phuket is not an origin or early source competition will be held at Kata beach only, in one
of surfing like Waikiki in the “Aloha” State of Hawaii. big event, to gear up the publicity and awareness.”
Its waves definitely cannot beat the Gold Coast of
Australia, nor even compare to those of Bali in From a small contest a few board riders organized
Indonesia or other top surfing destinations of the just for the sake of their own fun, to a vast interna-
world. However it can be another destination for tional event to highlight Phuket as a friendly qualified
those who would like to start learning the art of surfing destination, all Phuket board riders perhaps
balancing on a board and those who would love to just want to see is the visitors happy with the activity
raise their XP or eXperience Points level. “Phuket and the hosts. “We will be happy to see Phuket’s
is the only place in Thailand you can surf when young blood rookies try to overcome the waves and
the waves are high enough and the wind is not too cherish the beautiful nature we have. Come out to
strong”, said Chanin Aiyarak or ‘Joob’, formerly of the beach. It’s ours.”
the Phuket Board Riders Club, & now President of
Surfing Thailand organization.
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it ’s more than just a resort - it ’s an experience

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Zenit h
Holiday
F lashback to 1984 when an abandoned tin mine in Bangtao Bay was

livened up by the hands of Thai Wah Resorts Development Co., Ltd., later
known as The Laguna Resorts & Hotels Public Co., Ltd, who invested a
lot of money and transformed the first plot of land into a beautiful exotic
resort named Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket. This was the very first property
of the Laguna Phuket complex, which keeps providing an outstanding service
and offers great value holiday experiences for its guests on its 22nd year
of success.
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H oliday
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket boasts a beautiful panoramic views of the ocean or lagoon. The interior
concept that has been inspired by King Rama VI’s is superb with the smart application of native woods,
wondrous utopia for more than 60 years and surely tiles, textiles and accents, yet fully equipped with
promises to continue the tradition. The resort is extensive range of facilities and amenities e.g. hair
well known for its distinctive neo-colonial style, dryer, mini-bar, in-room safe, satellite television, IDD
blended with variations of traditional Thai elements telephones, coffee/tea making facilities etc.
incorporated throughout the resort. It has a dramatic
backdrop of serene lagoons, a pristine white sandy All five dining outlets at Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket
beach and unbeatable Andaman Sea - just a few are becoming a legend - a real paradise for all
steps away - that accentuates its elegance and senses: Set in a lush garden by the lagoon is Ruen
makes it a wonderful destination. Thai serving authentic Royal Thai cuisine. Casuarina
Beach Restaurant and Pub is located right on the
Amid a sanctuary of tranquility shaded by native sandy beach where you can eat the freshest grilled
casuarinas and coconut palms, a cluster of low seafood & chill out with cocktails and cold drinks while
rise buildings – no more than three stories high, watching the famed Phuket sunset. Recently awarded
strategically form this 5-star resort. Dusit Thani “Thailand’s Best Restaurant 2010” by Thailand Tatler,
Laguna Phuket offers 226 well appointed guest La Trattoria is a perfect choice for a luxury dining
rooms and suites, all with private balcony; plus 28 experience with Italian sensations and tastes for
new exclusive villas each with a private pool and the main course. The waterfall and the pond invite
“It has a dramatic backdrop of serene lagoons,

a pristine white sandy beach and unbeatable Andaman
Sea - just a few steps away - that accentuates its
elegance and makes it a wonderful destination.”
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everyone to treat themselves with a wide variety of dishes from all over the world served at Laguna
Café. The Poolside Café is situated by a large swimming pool providing drinks and snacks until
sunset. A place to sit back and relax, Horizon Lounge offers magnificent views, morning coffee
or tea, tropical exotic drinks or a glass of Chardonnay and live entertainment when the night falls.
Beyond an attempt to trigger your taste buds, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket also considers activities and
recreations the essential part to complete a journey. The resort therefore offers a wide variety of facilities,
including a swimming pool, tennis courts, Fitness Centre, Recreation Centre, Kids’ Club, games room,
jogging track, three-hole pitch and putt, water sports and the Angsana Spa. And as part of Asia’s first
integrated resort, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket guests are privileged to access its 18-hole golf course, horse
riding and an outdoor adventure training centre, as well as Camp Laguna for the children and other facilities
all located within the Laguna Phuket complex.
Since Phuket has been promoted for MICE business, the resort, from an impeccable potential they already
have, continuously develops a strong reputation as one of the leading specialists and venues for MICE
groups. Hundreds of small to medium size groups visit and pursue their purpose from time to time. Whether it is
Casuarina Beach, Dusit Laguna hall, Suriyan, or Chantra, each room comes equipped with the latest amenities to
support any kind of function.
By this coming high season, the resort’s 450 Million Baht refurbishing program of 67 Deluxe rooms will reach its
completion. The management revealed the new look will be more stylish but still twirl around traditional Thai accents.
The smooth granite underfoot, modern mosaic bathrooms, & private balcony will enhance guest relaxation
experiences. The flat screen TV’s, cable network, WIFI and new writing desk will please business travelers.
With the sea lapping at your door step, Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket lies along Bangtao Bay on the west coast of Phuket,
just 10 minutes’ drive from The Two Heroines Monuments and 30 minutes’ drive from Phuket International Airport.
390 Srisoontorn Road, Cherngtalay District, Amphur Talang, Phuket 83110

Tel: +66 (0) 76 362 999, Fax: +66 (0) 76 362 900
Email: dtlp@dusit.com Website: http://www.dusit.com/hotels/thailand/phuket/dusit_thani/index.html
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or ‘Mon’ is one of
Phuket’s young blood,
known for his dynamic role as an executive at
the island’s illustrious restaurant, Kan Eang@pier. He is presently
the creator and supervisor of his new development ‘Patak Villa’, a
premium residential and commercial building project. The project
is positively regarded for its high quality, stylish architecture, and
functions that fit lifestyle. Thus it is already very successful.
We are really eager to know what an executive, who has experience

in property development and a young man who has such a modern
lifestyle, thinks about home décor and what he recommends for home
lovers?
“I try to choose and put the best things into home construction to
make sure that the output will have quality. Other than this, pay a
lot of attention to decoration as I believe this is the way to spark
a light for living in any home. It will add some sense of aesthetics
and inspire a pleasant touch. The process is one of my favorites.
It’s really fun, challenging and a pride of course if we are able to
transform our imagination into reality whether it is kitchen, bed-
room, bathroom or living space. It’s such a creative step.
“For me, finding items that fit the needs is not a problem but finding
those that really ‘match’ my vision is not easy. Homewroks Phuket
is one of the very first destinations I automatically head to, when-
ever I look for items or even when I need inspiration. Homeworks
Phuket keeps me up to date with the trends and gives me some
ideas to use with my own business. It is the place that is always
worth a visit and I’m sure it is the same for other home lovers as
well.”
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For home lover, HomeWorks is just like a paradise. No matter whether it be something for a new house
or items for maintenance, it can all be found here.
HomeWorks Phuket is the largest home depot shopping centre in the southern region, interconnected to
Central Festival Phuket with a covered overpass, located just on the opposite side of the road in the heart
of Phuket. It houses a number of leading stores, commercial banks, restaurants and fast food outlets
spread over 26,000 square meters of space in the massive two-storey building.
Homeworks Phuket provides a myriad of quality home products including kitchen furniture & appliances,
bedding, home organizers & home decoration, bath ware, bath fitting, floor & tile, hardware, paint, tools,
pumps, plumbing, lighting & electricals. All are well assorted and displayed for your easy shopping. Under
the same roof, there are also a Design Centre, Home Solution, Installation & Contractor, Free Delivery, &
Financial Service customized to your budget.
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Phuket
Sanook
Ho lid ay s in Ph uk et
Every year, they say there are over 5 million tourists

from all over the world coming to Phuket. The high number
of the tourists reflects that the island is very attractive among those
people. Most of them spend their vacation by snorkeling, sailing, eating
fresh seafood, having romantic dinners by the sea, and staying
overnight, some in luxurious hotels.
Phuket
Sanook
Phuket Phuket
Bangor nrat Shinaprayoon
Phuket Sanook’ (‘Sanook’ being a Thai feel ‘sanook’ in our work to promote tourism. Business
word meaning ‘enjoy’) is the definition sectors have to enjoy offering interesting products
and services for travelers. Locals should also have
of travelling to Phuket given by The Tourism a passion to look after our homeland and act as
Authority of Thailand (TAT) Phuket’s good hosts. All is based on the same goal we have
- that is to enhance Phuket’s tourism and we will all
Office. Bangornrat Shinaprayoon, the benefit from doing this together.
Director of TAT Phuket, explains what
‘Sanook’ activities that tourists should not miss are
they mean by ‘Phuket Sanook’; we also snorkeling, canoeing, & sailing to see the beautiful
present you the favorite Sanook activities scenery of Phuket’s sea; eating international food
such as European food, American food, India-
of people working in Phuket tourism. Halal food, Japanese food, Chinese food and of
course Thai food! Apart from this, Phuket offers
What is Phuket Sanook? cultural routes in Phuket Town with the locals’
Director of TAT Phuket said “Before mentioning about
lifestyle and old charming architecture that greatly
the meaning of ‘Phuket Sanook’, I would like to make
reflect the origin of Phuket locals.
the readers understand the role of TAT Phuket in island
tourism first. TAT Phuket is the government organization
that mainly promotes tourism in Phuket - to people in
other parts of Thailand and the world.
‘Phuket Sanook’ can really happen with support from

every sector in Phuket. TAT or other agencies have to
Phuket
Sanook
yoon
Bangornrat Shinapra
Phuket
All the services are given by service-minded

staff. 40,000 rooms in hotels, with full facilities, Apart from TAT Phuket, the local entrepreneurs
are ready to serve all needs of tourists, like or business owners join hands to establish
spas or Thai massages, etc. The abundant associations to promote Phuket tourism and
natural resources help tourists’ enjoy ‘Sanook’ organize a lot of fun and interesting activities
experiences and the experience is even more in order to attract tourists to Phuket.
enjoyable with the sincere smiles of the locals
welcoming visitors coming to this island. Tourist’s To increase ‘Sanook’ experiences in Phuket,
having ‘Sanook’ make locals smile too! the related sectors have to be good hosts
Tourism is the heart of Phuket’s lifestyle and welcoming tourists to Phuket, as well as maintain
economy, so let’s make it ‘Sanook’. natural beauty. The tourists should be well
taken care of; meanwhile, they should not be
Phuket is developing more ‘Sanook’ activities exploited by locals while they are traveling in
to maintain ‘Sanook’ feelings whenever the island.
people come to the island. Those activities
are publicized via media, especially Phuket Moreover, the government and private
E-Magazine, TAT Phuket’s online magazine organizations together with TAT Phuket are
providing information about Phuket and an helping to expand tourism markets of the island
event calendar all year round. Moreover TAT by inviting new groups of tourists to travel
Phuket support fun activities in Phuket order to here, such as wedding groups, diving groups,
make a lively atmosphere in the island’s tourism. yachting groups, sport groups, and adventure
Those activities include the Phuket Music groups. However, they are also trying to keep
Festival, Chinese New Year and Old Phuket the existing groups of tourists coming. Phuket
Town Festival, Phuket King s Cup Regatta, can welcome more tourists and the island will
Laguna Phuket triathlon, etc. be developed in many aspects making
it ready for the increasing numbers of visitors.”
Phuket
Sanook
PEOPLE’S ‘ ’
EXPERIENCES IN PHUKET
Phuket
Danai Klaiwisade
wanarat
Patcharee Su
Phuket
Sylvie Yaffe Danai Klaiwisade

Restaurant Manager, Mom Tri’s
Oasis
Phuket
Sylvie Yaffe
Public Relations Manager, Mom Tri’s “I like to play football at Suanluang
Villa Royale / Mom Tri’s Oasis Rama 9 Park. The park is cool and
Patcharee Suwanarat pleasant so it’s like a meeting center
of people who want to be healthy.
F/O Manager, Mom Tri’s Villa Royale “I often go sunbathing on the beach,
especially on Kata Noi Beach. The They come to the park to exercise
beach is peaceful and clean, so it is after their work.”
“I like to go shopping at Naka Flea
Market. There is a lot of cool stuff, such a good place for me to relax.
especially second hand stuff and I always take my friends for sun
‘ground’ shops (shops that display bathing there. Another thing I like to
the products on the ground). The do in Phuket is scuba diving. I always
shops in the market always present join a scuba trip when my schedule
trendy or updated products every is not so tight.”
week. I personally also prefer walking
along the old buildings in Phuket town,
rather than walking on the beach. The
architecture is really elegant; that’s
why I often show it to my friends
coming to visit Phuket.”
Phuket
Sanook
erin
Theerati Khe
Nattipong Rattanapratooma
l
Nattipong Rattanapratoomal
Hospitality Executive, Laguna Beach Resort
Theerati Kheerin
Executive Chef, Laguna Beach Resort “I really like surfing. My most favorite place to surf is
Kata Noi Beach because the waves there are cool.
“On holidays, I often drive my family to beaches, Sometimes, my friends and I play guitar for fun. We
waterfalls, or viewpoints on the island; I love to relax are occasionally invited to play at events. We feel
in a natural atmosphere more than spending my holiday good every time the audience enjoy our music.”
in the city, so does my family. I am always happy when
family members are enjoying our natural trips.”
Chantana Srichoo
Guest Relations Officer, Laguna
Beach Resort
“I like to cycle with my family. In the

holidays, we always go cycling along
the beach or to waterfalls. Working as
a Guest Relations Officer, I always have
to give tourists information about suitable
attractions, therefore I like to travel to
many places and remember the beauty
and information of those places to use
in my job.” Phuket
Srichoo
Chantana
Phuket
Sanook
Phuket
gnarong
Krittawit Thon
Nitiwadee Manabu
t
Nitiwadee Manabut
Sales Coordinator [Groups & Events],
Twinpalms Group
Phuket “Phuket’s nightlife is very colorful,
fun, and exciting. There are a variety
Supaluck Klongsamut of styles of nightclubs in Phuket Town
and hotels. Each nightclub presents
its own experience of nightlife in Phuket.
As I am working in the events-related
Supaluck Klongsamut field, nightlife is a ‘Sanook’ experience
Krittawit Thongnarong Sales Executive, that really suits my lifestyle.”
Bartender Supervisor, Twinpalms One Luxury Yacht
Catch Beach Club by Twinpalms
“During holidays, my friends and I often
“Drinking at night in Phuket is my ‘Sanook’ hold a party in a beautiful ambience.
experience on this island. After being tired Most of the party locations are by the
from work, it is very nice to have a yummy sea because it gives us relaxing feel.
dinner with great music and atmosphere - it’s Phuket has many scenic beaches which
a good way to boost me up after a long are good to hold parties. This is something
working day. Now, there are many places really special about Phuket. By the sea,
in Phuket that I can enjoy life after work.” there are lots of activities to enjoy, such
as eating seafood, playing sport on the
beach, playing with friends in the sea.
The activities make the holiday really
‘Sanook’.”
Phuket
Sanook
Phuket
Phuket
Phuket
Siriporn Sukom
HR Manager, Sri panwa Phuket
“My work makes me have to update

information on accommodation and
tourism business in Phuket all the
time. So I like to take my family to Nichotipa Intaradesh Siriporn Sukom Prasert Puongyao
spend our holiday in beautiful
accommodations in Phuket. While my
family and I can relax together, I also
get useful information for my work.
Phuket is attractive for holidays and
the best accommodation makes the Prasert Puongyao
holidays even more attractive.” Chief Engineer, Sri panwa Phuket
“In my free time, one of my most favorite activities is to eat

Nichotipa Intaradesh yummy seafood with the good ambience of restaurants in
Spa Manager, Sri panwa Phuket Phuket. Taking my friends and family to those restaurants
and eating Phuket style seafood makes our free time more
“I personally enjoy eating Phuket local food happy and impressive. Apart from this, I always go to make
and desserts. Most of them are sold in the area merit at Chalong Temple as well.”
of Phuket Old Town making them more local and
original. I always take my friends from other
provinces to eat the food in town. Some of the food
can not be found in other parts of the country.”
Phuket
Sanook
Martin Hill
Sean Panton
Phuket
Phuket
Sean Panton
Phuket International Academy General Manager
Martin Hill “As I am an avid football player, the most exciting fun thing
Head Coach of Brazilian Soccer School (BSS), for me to do at present is play adult futsal league matches
Phuket at the PIA. With Phuket’s first artificial grass pitch, it helps
my old bones and I can play in the rain too without getting
“My favorite ‘sanook’ fun activity has always been soccer, my kit ruined. It’s a fun, high energy way of keeping
beach soccer, street soccer and Brazilian Soccer fit, meeting people and having fun; look forward to seeing
Schools using Phuket’s finest facilities at Phuket you there!”
International Academy Sports and Leisure Club
(PIASLC). I have played the game since I was 7 and I
still enjoy it as much today as I did back then. Soccer
is good for the mind, body and soul and what an easy
way to stay fit! You can play alone, with a friend or with
many friends. When playing organized soccer, children
get to be part of a team and to learn teamwork; it can
be a very social, positive activity.”
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People
H o s p i t a
Ev ent
Asian
T alk
& Travel Show

Phuket will soon be hosting another
big tourism event. For first time ever,
an exhibition is going to bring together
suppliers and exhibitors in the hospitality
and travel industry from all over Asia right
here in Phuket.
Simon Samaan
Event Thailand Co-Founder
“Asian Hospitality & Travel Show” will be taking place solutions companies, wine and beer companies, food
at Central Festival Phuket’s 3000 sqm air- conditioned companies, kitchen suppliers etc.
Convention and Exhibitions Centre on October 1-3,
2010. The event is presented by Phuket International The Asian Hospitality & Travel Show is primarily a ‘Trade
Academy, co–sponsored by Dewa and Cape Sienna, Event’ which mainly targets the executives or key decision
and supported by TAT - Thailand Authority Tourism, makers from within the industry and obviously buyers from
TCEB - Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau, & neighboring countries. “It will attract travel agents and MICE
SKAL. Event Thailand, owned and managed by two from several countries in Asia including Singapore, Malaysia,
SKAL committee members Jorge De la Torre and Hong Kong, South Korea, Indonesia and China. The visitors will
Simon Samaan, are the organizers for the show. be coming here on a fully Hosted Buyer Program which means
we will be responsible for all their flights and accommodations
“Phuket never really had a travel and hospitality to come here and meet with hotels - same as tourists,” Simon
exhibition. For hotels, to attend exhibitions, they explains.
used to travel to Bangkok or to another country. This
is the first time that an exhibition will bring buyers to What else to expect at the show? Simon revealed they are also
meet the hotels and suppliers in Phuket. It is a great going to have professionally coordinated business appointments
opportunity for hotels and other sellers to showcase between the sellers, who are hotels and hospitality suppliers
their products and services directly to potential or buyers who are also travel agents and MICE planners; plus
buyers and everyone in the hospitality and travel they also arrange networking meetings, seminars, competitions
industry in Phuket without travelling so far. The event and demonstrations, lucky draw and prize giveaways, Job
will help stimulate Phuket’s tourism,” says Simon Club and other entertainments. “Business appointments and
Samaan who has over a decade’s experience in networking events are going to take place over two days. On the
the industry as an organiser. third day, there will be a cruise and a farewell party that will be
a time for building up the network again between sellers and
There will be at least 85 exhibitors showing off their buyers.”
best during the 3-day event. Many four to five star hotels
in Phuket apart from their sponsors like Radisson, JW The show will be the first time - in any exhibition of its kind
Marriott, & Hilton to name a few, have confirmed their - to feature a Job Club. “Phuket hotels always have
participation. The exhibitors will also include travel problems recruiting people and what we are doing - the Job
organizations, media, trade associations, event Club - is basically the best opportunity for them to find staff.
organizers and hospitality suppliers such as technology And for those who are looking for jobs, this will give them
People
Event
Talk
an opportunity are serious about promoting Thailand and Phuket.

to hand their CV So we haven’t made a final decision yet and that will
directly to the happen on July 31st.”
hotels and other
employers: not-to Simon urged “Anyone out there in Phuket that is
-be-missed.” related to the hospitality and travel industry should
come at least visit the event on the 1st - 3rd
“Loads of things October. Anyone who is searching for new channels
are going to to showcase their products and services to the hotels,
happen. Visitors to the travel agents and MICE planners, should
and spectators also exhibit in this exhibition. Because of space
will enjoy lucky limitation, we only have an opportunity that is really
Jorge De la Torre
prizes, wine testing, limited to about a hundred booths - with 50 per cent
Event Thailand Co-Founder
competitions like booked already. So anyone interested to join this
coffee making, activity, should contact us very quickly. If you would
best Thai dishes, best western dishes for example, and like to exhibit, please register before 1 September 2010
demonstrations of fruit, vegetable and ice carving etc.” by contacting info@eventsthailand.net or 0847 680
536 or visit www.eventsthailand.net. Like I said, the
Simon Samaan showed his confidence that the event show will be an unparalleled opportunity for the industry.”
will make Phuket more exposed among Asians saying
“I think Phuket is already an international destination now. For more information about the event, please visit
Everyday we have more and more international flights www.eventsthailand.net
coming directly to Phuket via our own airport. It’s really an
age for Phuket-based hotels to always participate in exhibi-
tions that are taking place outside of Phuket. This is a very
good opportunity to have a show in Phuket with the travel
agents to come directly and see what Phuket has to offer.
Registration for Travel Agent/MICE is still open and will close

on July 31st. After that, Event Thailand, the organizer
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