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RegularsPhuket Island map 98What's on : on & off Phuket (including the movies) 912-15Social Phuket 916-17People profi le : Thibault Salaun 947Things to do in Phuket 950Free Wi-Fi hot spots around town 955Health matters : Diabetes 956-57Useful telephone numbers 956

Yachts & YachtingYacht charters : Sunsail 918Raceweek round up 920-21

CarsCar sales : Sure Motors 922Car rentals : Pure Car Rent 923

Shopping, Dining & LeisureHelicam: New heights of luxury Andara Yachts 919Recipe : Miso-lemongrass crusted salmon, rice paper mango salad & scallion oil 924Dining around Phuket 925-38Money matter : Lump Sum Savings and Funds 940-41Airport facility : Wheels and Wi Fi 954

Spas & HealthLemongrass House 942Six Senses Spa Evason Phuket 943The Royal Spa 944Swasana Spa 945Sukko Spa 946

Land & PropertyLynx Management Group 948-49Tropical Homes Real Estate 951Oxygen Condominium 952St. James Properties 953H3 Digital Smart Homes 958

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Por Tor Red Turtle Chinese FestivalTill 8 September @ Phuket TownDuring the seventh Chinese month, Phuket celebrates the Por Tor Festival or the 'Hungry Ghosts' Festival – an important merit-making event for ethnic Chinese. Ancient Chinese tradition states that the gates of Hades burst open to unleash restless spirits, or 'Hungry Ghosts'. Relatives of these spirits make merit to pay their respects and appease the ghosts with gifts of food. Red turtle-shaped cakes are the most popular off erings. The turtle not only symbolises longevity therefore off ering the belief of longer lives to worshippers but also of fortune and success since it is also believed that the cake passes on the blessing to ‘Por Tor Kong’, the God of Devil.

Contact: Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Phuket offi ce, Tel: +66 (0)76 211036, +66 (0)76 212213. Web: www.tourismthailand.org/phuket.

Phuket Times.com Amateur Golf Open5 September @ Blue Canyon Country ClubThe Phuket Times.com Amateur Golf Open is the third round of the tournament of the Phuket Amateur Golf Open, which consists of ten monthly Open Competitions. Each Tournament has a six fi gure prize fund with prizes for fi rst, second and third places in each category. Any player who fi nishes in the top two of any category in each tournament, as well as any player fi nishing in the top 20/25 order of merit will be automatically entered into the end of season Phuket Amateur Golf Masters Open Final free of charge to be held in May 2011.

The following applies: maximum of 144 players per tournament; tournament format 18 hole Stableford Point Scoring; three categories in each tournament: 0-9 / 10-18 / 19-24; maximum handicap: 24 for men, 30 for ladies; tee time starts at 7:30am; registration is at 7am.

Contact: Neil or Mark, Tel: +66 (0)87 856 4426. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketamateurgolfopen.com.

Phuket Surf Lifesaving Carnival 201011 September @ Loma Park, Patong BeachThe third Surf Lifesaving Carnival off ers a range of activities and events with both local and international participants expected to attend. There are several categories for men and women; under-15, under-18, open and over-50. Registration is 8:30am and offi cial opening at 10:30am.

Tel: +66 (0)81 797 4775. Web: www.phuketlifeguard.com.

Fashion Show Fundraiser12 September @ Andara Resort & VillasAndara Resort & Villas brings Passion for Fashion this fall, the fi rst ever runway show to benefi t children’s education charity Phuket Has Been Good To Us. From 12 to 4pm, the hottest collections of the season will walk down the runway. The event will showcase the latest relaxed casual wear from several prestigious designers,... plus the debut showing of Nude is Rude, a young, high-energy clothing line by Marisa Zeman based in Hong Kong. Post show, guests will head upstairs to Silk Restaurant & Bar to enjoy the infi nite view, dine on tapas and sip cocktails. The event will cap off with a raffl e for unbelievable prizes. Full ticket, auction and raffl e proceeds will benefi t the foundation.

Contact: Arati, Email: [email protected]. Web: www. phukethasbeengoodtous.org.

Quicksilver Thailand International Surf and Music Festival22 - 26 September @ Kata BeachThis year’s event promises to be better than ever with a fi ve-day fi esta on the beach including a full surf contest, live music, parties and a fashion show by Roxy. The Phuket Boardriders Club aims to create camaraderie and friendship between local and visiting surfers alike.

Contact: Joob, Tel: +66 (0)81 956 5854. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketboardriders.com.


Lions Club of Patong Beach The monthly membership meeting and fellowship dinner is on the second Tuesday of each month. Contact: President Jean Leon, Tel: +66 (0)84 446 3084. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.lions-club-patong.org.

British Business Association – Phuket (BBAP)Pub night is held on the fi rst Friday of the month and dinner on the third Thursday from 7pm. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.bbap.org.

Grumpy Old Men's Society (GOMS) A grumpy but happy group of local gentleman who gather every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month at Chalong Pier Beer Garden to have a few quiet beers, share information and to raise monies for charity. Drinks start at 6 and meetings at 6:45pm. Contact: Warren Crowe, Email: [email protected].

Chicky Net Phuket Chicky Net is a web-based girls-only social network dedicated to connecting women living in Thailand. There are two monthly brunches held on the 3rd and 4th Sundays. Email:[email protected]. Web: www.chickynet.com.

The International Business Association of Phuket (IBAP) Another Joint Association networking meeting (BCCT, Phuket Navy League & SKAL), the Regular Meeting is on the 10th September at Dara Hotel. Doors open at 6:30pm. Tel: +66 (0)81 412 5652. Web: www.ibap-phuket.net.

Ao Chalong Yacht Club (ACYC)The Tamarind Villa Phuket Series includes 7 races. Race 3, will take place on Sunday the 12th of September. All are welcome to join in, experienced or not. Contact: Scott, Tel: +66 (0)81 892 4491. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.acyc-phuket.com.

Regular Events

Chill Sounds and Nu-jazz @ Eatzz Bar and RestaurantSit back and enjoy a refreshing cocktail at the outdoor terrace with a relaxing ambiance, and soak up invigorating chill sounds and nu-jazz! Live music nightly. Located on Limelight Avenue on New Dibuk Road, right behind Sofa Pub. Open Tuesday to Friday 6pm to midnight. Tel: +66 (0)76 213727.

Ka Jok SeeLocated on Takua Pa Road, the building is an 18th-century Sino-Portuguese treasure with simple decor. It's a great place for a candlelit romantic dinner or a special night out with friends as later on, the night turns Ka Jok See into a dance joint. Jazz music also played. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm to midnight. Tel: +66 (0)76 217903.

Feeling Jazz at Music Matters BarOne of Phuket's hidden jazz bars in Phuket Town to go for. If you like Jazz, Salsa, Caribbean, African, South American or any other exotic great music, then this is the place for you! The place is open-air with only about a half-dozen tables until late night. Live jazz jam sessions are every Wednesday and Saturday night. Located on Chana Charoen Road. Tel: +66 (0)83 390 7309

Entertainment – September Choices

Rotary Club of Patong Beach The Special Meeting is on Tuesday the 7th at 7pm, at Holiday Inn Resort, Patong with an offi cial visit of D.G. Dr. Pornchai Boonsaeng, MD. The weekly meetings are on Tuesday the 14th, 21th and 28th at Aloha Villa Hotel, Patong at 7pm. Web: www.rotarypatong.org.

Phuket International Women's Club (PIWC)The PIWC's "Meet & Greet" will be on the Thursday the 9th at Starbucks, Central Festival from 10 to 12am. The lunch will be on the 16th at the Holiday Inn in Patong. The cost is 450 baht for members and 600 baht for guests. All are welcome to join in. Contact: Carole, Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketiwc.com.


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Upcoming MoviesUpcoming Movies

GOING THE DISTANCE

(Romance, Comedy)Drew Barrymore, Justin Long, Jason Sudeikis, Christina Applegate

Erin’s wry wit and unfi ltered frankness charm newly single Garrett over beer, bar trivia and breakfast the next morning. Their chemistry sparks a full-fl edged summer fl ing, but neither expects it to last once Erin heads home to San Francisco, and Garrett stays behind for his job in New York City. But when six weeks of romping through the city inadvertently become meaningful, neither is sure they want it to end.

THE TOWN

(Romance, Mystery and Suspense, Drama)Ben Affl eck, Jon Hamm, Rebecca Hall, Jeremy Renner

This fi lm is the tale of four men − thieves, rivals and friends − being hunted through the streets of Boston by a tenacious FBI agent and a woman who might destroy them all. The book won the 2005 Hammett Prize for excellence in crime writing.

WALL STREET 2: MONEY NEVER SLEEPS

(Drama)Michael Douglas, Shia LaBeouf, Frank Langella, Carey Mulligan

As the global economy teeters on the brink of disaster, a young Wall Street trader partners with disgraced former Wall Street corporate raider Gordon Gekko on a two-tiered mission: to alert the fi nancial community to the coming doom, and to fi nd out who was responsible for the death of the young trader's mentor.

Central Festival Phuket, Tel: +66 (0)76 209000 Jungceylon Shopping Destination Patong, Tel: +66 (0)76 600555

GROWN UPS(Comedy)Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, Rob Schneider

In 1978 an inspirational coach nicknamed Buzzer led four talented young basketball players and one completely un-athletic kid to the championship. In the coach's long career, it would be the only one of his teams to win the championship. When word comes that the coach has passed away, the now 40+ year-olds gather at their old stomping grounds − a beach house in New England − for the funeral and to spread Buzzer's ashes.


Off Phuket Events Upcoming Events

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

Phitsanulok Traditional Longboat Races18 - 19 September @ PhitsanulokEnjoy two days of the excitement as the traditional longboats race against each other. There are several diff erent race categories, plus processions and prizes for the best boat decoration. Tel: +66 (0)55 252743. Web: www.tourismthailand.org.

2010 Samui Island Marathon19 September @ Nathon Pier, SamuiThe event will feature a half marathon, a quarter marathon and a student marathon. Participants in the main event compete for the HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Cup with total prizes worth over three million baht – the highest in Thailand’s marathon history. Contact: Bangkok Airways Head offi ce, Tel: +66 (0)2 265 5678. Web: www.bangkokair.com/samui-island-marathon.

Thailand International Swan Boat Races19 September @ Phra Nakhon Si AyutthayaVisitors and locals alike can enjoy the swan boat races and associated activities in person or via live broadcast at www.tourismthailand.org. Races are in two categories, the International Swan Boat Race (22 oarsmen) and the traditional Thai longboat races (30 or 55 oarsmen). The event is near the Bang Sai Royal Folk Arts and Crafts Centre. Tel: +66 (0)35 246076-7. Web: www.tourismthailand.org.

Mooncake Festival22 September @ TrangThis is a contest for the best decorated moon-worshipping altar, a Miss Moon beauty contest and a traditional, moon-worshipping procession. Tel: +66 (0)75 215867. Web:www.tourismthailand.org.

The Tenth Lunar Month Merit Making23 September @ Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Nakhon Si ThammaratThere will be a spectacular procession from Sanam Na Mueang to Wat Phra Mahathat Woramaha Wihan. Visitors can purchase various local products and enjoy a variety of local entertainment while celebrating one of Thailand’s many important Buddhist holidays. Contact: TAT Nakhon Si Thammarat Offi ce: Tel. +66 (0)75 34 6515-6. Web: www.tourismthailand.org.

OCTOBER 2010

1 - 3 Asian Hospitality & Travel Show @ Central Festival Phuket Convention and Exhibition Center, Phuket

7 - 16 Phuket Vegetarian Festival @ Various Chinese shrines, Phuket

9 Phuket Animal Welfare Society Charity Fundraiser @ Latitude Marquee, Laguna Phuket, Phuket

16 Phuket Surf Lifesaving Carnival @ Loma Park, Patong, Phuket

NOVEMBER 2010

2 - 7 Phuket Thailand Open 2010 @ Karon Beach, Phuket

13 - 14 'One Night in Rio' – PIWC's Annual Party @ The Hilton Arcadia Resort and Spa. Karon Beach, Phuket

17 - 20 Phuket International Sport Fishing Tournament @ Chalong Bay, Phuket

20 Bangkok Marathon 2010 @ Sanam Chai Road, Bangkok

21 Loy Krathong Festival @ Nation wild

28 Laguna Phuket Triathlon @ Laguna Phuket, Phuket


Social PhuketWhat WAS on in Phuket

SIX SENSES PHUKET RACEWEEK

21-25 JULY 2010AT EVASON PHUKET & SIX SENSES SPA


Social PhuketWhat WAS on in Phuket

Food and Beverage Show 2010Khun Wichai Praisa-ngob, Governor of Phuket, at the “Food and Beverage Show 2010” grand opening.

Bastille Day and Phuket’s French Community Celebrated French National Day at Royal Phawadee Village, Patong Beach(From left): Niwit Arunrat, Phuket Deputy Governor; Claude de Crissey, CEO of Crissey Group and Christian Chevrier, President of UFE Phuket.

7th Six Senses Phuket Raceweek 2010 at Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa, RawaiVice Admiral Apiwat Srivardhana, Naval Academy Commandant, consultant & representative of the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand (YRAT) (third from right) presents Skipper Jaray Tipsuk and crew of Royal Thai Navy 5 the third place overall prize in the IRC 2 division the fi nal evening of Phuket Raceweek.

Phuket International Woman's Club (PIWC )Members and guests at the recent Phuket International Women’s Club dinner at the Blue Elephant Govermor Mansion in Phuket Town.

Amita Tata Young Visits Salvatore’s RestaurantPoonsuk Jangket; Amita Tata Young, Thai singer and Sombum Cossu at Salvatore’s Restaurant.

Young Skal Dinner at Indochine(From left) Dj Trini; Sue Ma, Executive Director, IndoChine Resort & Villas; Victor de Jesus; Kanitta Thongsaner, Sales Manager, Diamond Shield; Praewprawlin Inchomchuen, Sales & Marketing Manager, IMAGE asia; John Gormley, General Manager F&B, IndoChine Resort & Villas; Viphavani Yodphol and Jorge de la Torre, Skal Secretary.

(From left) Jittiya Rakdej (Tiya) Sales Manager, Thai Property Show and Li Ann Loo, Assistant Director of Marketing Communications, The Westin Siray Bay Resort and Spa Phuket.

Photo by Phuket Francophone Magazine


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Top Left - K. Golf (Andara) directs the Helicam Crew for the aerial photography

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Feature Six Senses Phuket Raceweek 2010

Firefl ys jockey for the best starting position.

Capt Marty was writing after the last day of the 2010 Six Senses Phuket Raceweek, held at Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa from 21-25 July, where yachts and crews from all over the world compete across six classes for the top prizes – and 500 sailors mix with island revellers for fi ve nights of 5-star parties.

Fast cementing its reputation as the sailors’ regatta on the water – and the absolute best regatta party scene in Asia – Six Senses Phuket Raceweek, inaugurated in 2004 to be ‘diff erent’, captured the island’s

“Wow! What a spectacular ending to the regatta,” said Asian Yachting’s Capt Marty – the veteran yachting reporter-guru who covers every yachting event in Asia.

WOW! What aspectacular regatta!

Malaysian yacht, Baby Tonga, highlights the value of regatta branding.

imagination this year as Phuket notables descended in droves either to race and party – or just to mix with the sailors and party.

With an impressive sponsorship line-up that counted international giants Six Senses Resorts & Spas, Jaguar Cars and QBE Insurance alongside local companies such as Da Vinci restaurant (the latter recognised as one of the island’s most marketing-savvy outfi ts), Phuket Raceweek is steadily establishing a second unique reputation – one for working closely with its sponsors to deliver tangible commercial benefi ts.

“Companies like Six Senses and Jaguar don’t return year after year without a measurable ROI – one that fi ts in with their commercial objectives, so the fact that the former has just completed its third year as Title Sponsor and the latter its second year as Co-sponsor tells its own story,” said Grenville Fordham, MD of rights owners and organisers, Image Asia Events, adding, “Although it’s early days, both have indicated that they expect to be back again in 2011, as have Da Vinci.”

But back to that last day… because a bit of adrenalin-pumping excitement never hurt an event’s popularity, nor its commercial prospects…


At the same time, one of the multihull fl eet, Little Soul, having sailed all the way from Bali to join the regatta, lost its mast and drifted across the start line, holding up proceedings for the remaining classes while its sagging mast and tangled rigging was sorted out.

The delay meant the remaining classes got away in relatively calm conditions, on a course heading into the more ‘sheltered’ part of the bay – but not before a number of participants had decided to call it a day, opting for an early beer in the post-regatta bar rather than put fortitude and gear to the test.

Properly targeted, activated and managed sponsorship can be among the best marketing investments a company can make. Find out if Six Senses Phuket Raceweek is the vehicle for your sponsorship – contact Grenville Fordham on [email protected]

WOW! What a spectacular regatta! Feature

For more general information, photo gallery, regatta history and results visit www.phuketraceweek.comMarketing support by Paul Poole (South East Asia) Co., Ltd

Racing Class just after a perfect start.

Andaman Cabriolet Niña dropped sails and rushed to rescue two men overboard. Photo by Rolien Beute

‘Ghost’ ships passing in the white-out.

Andaman Cabriolet Niña gets a hull out of the water on the last day. Photo by Rolien Beute

Racing Class winner Ben Copley (Katsu) and crew receive trophy from YRAT’s Admiral Apiwat.

After four days of very mixed winds, ranging from perfect 10-15 knots down to almost dead calm, the racing yachts on the last day were treated to not one, but two squalls rolling over the island into Chalong Bay, bringing winds up to 40 knots with them. Rain-laden black clouds gathered on the horizon as Race Offi cer Simon James started to get the diff erent classes away on what was planned to be the fi rst of two last-day races.

“If I saw that coming at us at home, I’d be dropping the sails and going home,” said Tasmanian sailor, John Bourke, veteran of many Sydney-Hobart races who – like many of the Raceweek regatta crews – had fl own into Phuket to fi nd out what racing in Southeast Asia was all about. John, who revelled in the conditions, has vowed to return for Phuket Raceweek next year, if not before.

It wasn’t long before things started to unfold… the fi rst squall hit just after the racing class had crossed the start line; a newly-launched frisky Phuket 8, Surf Patrol, broached, catapulting two crew members overboard. The Andaman Cabriolet catamaran, Niña, waiting for its own multihull class start, dropped sails and was quickly on the scene hauling the two out of the increasingly heavy swell. The irony of dripping crew shirts proudly boasting ‘Surf Rescue’ was lost on neither the rescuers nor the camera-shy rescued…

Those who eschewed the onshore comforts and raced on were in for an added ordeal. Looming over the Kata hills was another ominous black cloud, which descended on the ‘sheltered’ waters without remorse. Again 35 knots or more, this time bringing with it enough rain to create a ‘white-out’, saw ghost-like shapes hurtling around marks, avoiding boats moored in the crowded anchorage as well as unforgiving concrete navigation marks, racing towards each other with collision seemingly inevitable, but always miraculously keeping clear.

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Nevertheless, the soul of any regatta is the racing and here is what one Phuket Raceweek regular, Keith Garry up from Malaysia on BeauX Esprits, had to say the day after it was all over: “Thanks for a great regatta as usual. This regatta had just about everything in terms of weather and conditions. We had some fi rst time Southeast Asia sailors from West Australia on board who were impressed to say the least with the regatta and the great functions. They are all keen to come back next year!”


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Mango salad and rice paper roll40 gm avocado, fi nely diced• 80 gm ripe mango• 2 gm spring onion• 1 gm red chill• 20 ml lime skin and juice•

3 ml olive oil• 1 gm chopped chives• 2 gm chopped coriander• Salt• 4 pieces rice paper•

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Ronnie graduated from a marine engineering course back in the Philippines and found himself working in a hotel a few months later, almost by accident. Even now he fi nds it hard to believe. Manila Hilton International then off ered him a two-year apprenticeship programme followed by exams which he passed with fl ying colours. He then became part of a team that, two years running, won top prizes in culinary competitions against teams from other international hotels. He was then off ered the post of a commis chef with the Hyatt Regency in Auckland, New Zealand. From there he rose to be the Chef de Cuisine at the Top of the Town restaurant: the hotel’s famous fi ne dining restaurant.

Ronnie is known for his inventiveness in preparing seemingly ‘simple’ dishes in a completely original way. Khun Wallee Pachantabutr sampled one of his culinary creations in New Zealand and invited him, on the spot, to come to Phuket and work as a chef in her resort. He managed Salabua for ten years, and transformed it into one of the best dining experiences on the island. His innovative cuisine has earned him well-deserved accolades from the culinary press.

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To assemble the dish, put the mango rolls in the middle of the plate, paint the miso sauce in straight lines on both sides and arrange the keta caviar at both ends. Put the fried salmon on top of the rolls. Sprinkle with mango sauce, scallion oil and micro-cress salad. Garnish with fried lemongrass and julienne of spring onion.

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76 Bar Drink & Dine Fusion/Western/Thai

76 Bar Drink & Dinewww.thenappatong.com

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

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

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

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

SILK Restaurant and Bar Thai

Andara Resort and Villas, Kamala Beach Roadwww.andarasilk.com

Open daily 07:30-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 338777 ext 680

Indulge in some of the fi nest Thai cuisine, authentic traditional dishes that blend the freshest ingredients in innovative recipes to provide succulent tastes and unique textures. Top off the distinct culinary experience with a luxurious and contemporary indoor seating arrangement of Thai artefacts and long lanterns suspended from the ceiling or a sophisticated outdoor seating of wooden tables and small pools, all with a view to the Andaman Sea, and there's a sleek, stylish and silky evening to savour.

Delights at Silk Restaurant and Bar include Arharn Vang Jan Pised, an array of items which include Phuket noodle-wrapped prawns, fresh spring rolls, chicken in pandanas leaf and fi sh cakes and Yam Som O, pomelo salad with tamarind dressing and crispy shallots. Chu Chi Pla, a rich red curry sauce with white snapper fi llets in coconut milk, Gaeng Phed Pe Yang and red curry of roasted duck, pineapple, grapes, cherry tomatoes in coconut milk are superb entrées to complement the starters.

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Mom Tri's Kitchen International

Open Daily 07:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333569

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

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

European favourites and Thai dishes are served either on the open-air terrace, covered patio or Thai sala. An exuberant menu off ers delicious creations from talented Executive Chef Sura. Popular dishes include hot crab souffl é, and light and savoy appetiser, tuna carpaccio, Phuket lobster and Angus beef tenderloin. Mom Tri's Kitchen is the winner of the Wine Spectators Award of Excellence for four years in a row and has over 350 labels including an extensive organic wine list and 16 wines by the glass.

Also enjoy watching the sunset during happy hour from 6:00 to 7:00 and receive 50% discount cocktails and beer. Situated on the only road into to Kata Noi, the entrance can easily be found on the hill between Kata Beach and Kata Noi Beach.

ThaiRatri Jazztaurant

Up the hill, behind Kata Beach on Chalong-Karon Roadwww.ratrijazztaurant.com

Open daily 18:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 333538

Spectacular views of Kata and the Andaman Sea that off er glorious sunsets, a majestic terrace and elegant open-aired dining areas and lounges provide a classy setting for a meal or a get together over drinks. Spice up the recipe with traditional Thai food and a menu of jazz music and there is a memorable occasion to savour the sights, sounds and tastes of Ratri Jazztaurant.

A medley of dishes served together and shared by all diners present is a well appreciated Thai custom. The Pla Kra Pong Nung Ma Now, steamed sea bass with spicy lemon sauce, Tom Kar Kai, hot and spicy chicken in coconut milk soup, and Yum Woon Sen Seafood, spicy glass noodle and seafood salad are Thai favourites, well-liked for their sometimes hot and spicy and sweet and sour spicing. Ratri also serves a superb Ped Krob Prik Tai Dum, or crispy duck fried in black pepper sauce, that complements the other dishes with a new fl avour and texture combination along with the Tod Mun Khao Pod or deep fried corn cake served with sweet chilli and plum sauce.

Relax to extraordinary sunsets and superb food in an outstanding setting. and the sweet sounds of spicy jazz.

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

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

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

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Royal Phawadee Village, 3 Sawatdirak Rd., Patong. Free Pickup (Conditions Apply)www.laboucherie-asia.com, [email protected]

La Boucherie is a French steakhouse located in the Royal Phawadee Village – a sumptuous and quiet boutique resort in Patong. An intimate and relaxed ambience off ers a welcome escape from the nearby busy and bustling area. Unwind with a glass of wine at an outdoor table or in airconditioned comfort and enjoy great steaks and French specialities.

Appetizers of Beef Carpaccio and Basil and Warm Goat Cheese Salad are delightful delicacies of a perfect combination of meat and cheese with complimentary textures and delicately spiced tastes. The Steak Tartare served with fried potatoes with garlic and butter and vegetables and the Entrecôte with a Bearnaise sauce and a baked potato and vegetables are sure to please.

A varied menu of wonderful food that includes perfectly cooked steaks and dishes from France is a good reason to stop at La Boucherie. Top it off with a cosy and relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff , and you have a restaurant that provides a very pleasant and satisfying experience.

La Boucherie French/Steaks & Grills

Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344581, +66 (0)81 607 0191

Baluchi Indian

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

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

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

Baluchi is the only award winning Indian restaurant on the island, serving authentic Indian cuisine using original ingredients imported from India. Karon is open 15:00 to 23:30 except Saturdays.

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


Wine Connection InternationalNikita’s International

It’s not very often that you fi nd everything that you need in one place, but a visit to Wine Connection in Sino Avenue at Jungceylon makes a welcome change. Where else can you fi nd a bistro, wineshop, food shop, deli and bakery all under one roof?

For starters, there is a tasty selection of cold cuts and cheeses served with a variety of fresh bread straight from the in-house bakery. As a main, Rabbit with Wild Mushrooms with accompanying gratin potatoes and spinach is a perfect combination of fl avours. This is just one of Chef Laurent’s monthly specials, which keep people coming back time and time again. A Crème Caramel slips down easily and makes the meal complete.

A smooth fruity Chilean Cabernet Merlot is a wonderful wine to accompany the meal and is one of literally hundreds of wines that can be selected by the bottle from the wine store or by the glass from the menu.

With a French Chef, a fabulous menu, monthly specials and great wines, that is the perfect recipe for a great meal out.

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

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

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

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Located on the water's edge on Rawai Beach Rdwww.nikitabarphuket.com

Open daily 10:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 366091, +66 (0)76 282411 ext 2Open daily 09:00 until late | Tel: +66 (0)76 288703, +66 (0)081 091 5788


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Authentic Thai/FusionSiam Indigo

Set in the 'Heritage' part of Phuket Town, Siam Indigo represents all that is good about the area and the changes that are happening there. From 2006, it has off ered a unique setup where works from local artists adorn the 90-year-old walls in the white table and chair dining room while the lounge/bar area sticks to a more modern style. Overall, the décor is a successful marriage of old, atmospheric Chinese shophouse and eclectic art with a broad emphasis on space and light. The décor refl ects the attitude of the owners: a healthy respect for the building's heritage with a leaning towards the contemporary.

Following the tradition of Asian cultures, the menu has been designed for sharing. Pass plates amongst friends and companions and embrace this custom!

Siam Indigo is registered in Thailand best restaurants Tatler guide for 2007-2008- 2009. Enjoy excellent Thai delicaties with some fusion creations. A “Phuketien night” with show is organized once a week for those who wish to experience the real Phuket life. Céline runs a great team and her enthusiasm is contagious.

At the beginning of Phang Nga Road, close to the circle & marketwww.siamindigo.com

Open 11:00 till late, Closed Sundays | Tel: +66 (0)76 256697

Impiana Resort Patong Phuket. Entrance from Beach Road, Patongwww.sala-bua.com

There are only a few certain quality restaurants that can off er an evening of contentment with incomparable classiness, along with warm hospitality in a luxurious but tranquil setting ideal for a memorable dining extravagance. Taste, comfort and style with outstanding cuisine competently prepared by an award-winning chef to satisfy even your most sophisticated palate.

Have an evening of signifi cance at Sala Bua Restaurant where the art of cooking is an expertise personally geared by Executive Chef Angelo Magliaro, who delicately maintained service etiquette of Sala Bua as the award-winning “Best Restaurant” chosen by Thailand Tatler from 2002 to 2010. His signature carte du jour entrées of Chocolate Homemade Ravioli stuff ed with white duck liver and ricotta cheese tempts the palate.

Sit al fresco embracing the panoramic view of the Andaman with the sea breeze and the sonata of the band lightly serenading. With personalized service fused in an ambiance of exclusivity, this place furnishes only the extraordinary and unforgettable evening away!

Sala Bua International

Open daily 12:00-24:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 342100 ext 8301


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

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

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

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

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

Taste Restaurant Mediterranean/Pacifi c Rim

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

Baan Yin Dee Fusion/International

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

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

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

Muean Ngern Road south end of Patongwww.baanyindee.com

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


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

Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Kamala Cliff at the beginning of Millionaire's Mile!www.capesienna.com, [email protected]

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

At Plum Fine Dining, Executive Chef Indrajit Saha off ers an exotic experience with tantalizing Oriental dishes and more familiar dishes with a hint of tropical spices. Slip into our sleek décor and treat your palette with fusion cuisine for an unforgettable experience.

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

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

Plum Fine Dining / Vanilla Sky Eurasian/Tapas BarThe Siam Supper Club International

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

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

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

Big wines. Fabulous food. Great music.

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

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


White Box Modern Mediterranean/Asian

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kantok Restaurant Thai

Burasari Patong Beachwww.burasari.com

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kan Eang@pier Seafood/Thai

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


Around PhuketThe Royal Kitchen Chinese (Cantonese)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Salvatore’s Italian

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


Into the Med Modern Logical Cuisine

“Into the Med”, one of the restaurants at the Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa, established its reputation by off ering modern Mediterranean cuisine coupled with excellent wines and a stunning panorama view over the Andaman Sea.

Raising the bar higher - chef Thomas Jakobi’s Modern Logical Cuisine showcases his latest innovations in the form of new, creative interpretations of a cuisine that has both visual and textural appeal. The taste and a focus on fresh, wholesome, local ingredients are tantamount. Seasonal ingredients are a main strength of this cuisine.

The wine programme, created by our resident sommelier, has recently been granted the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

The wine concept is based mainly on indigenous Mediterranean grape varieties and focuses on biodynamic wine producers. Unique wines from small wineries are paired daily with seasonal dishes.

Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa, Rawaiwww.sixsenses.com

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

Climax Restaurant International

On the 5th Floor of Absolute Bangla Suites on Bangla Road, Patong.www.theclimax.net, [email protected]

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

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

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

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

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

Limburi Bistro International

A new and innovative concept of dining has just arrived in Patong! An open aired environment that is simply yet tastefully decorated and is situated just above street level in the bustling centre provides the setting for a leisurely dining occasion. Limburi Bistro off ers a medley of original dishes that are a delight to the senses and marry Thai, Asian and Western favourites.

Good things come in good packages! The Creamy Tom Yum Kung, a blend of the traditional Thai prawn soup with a Western creamy soup base is served in a coconut. Another signature dish is the Pineapple with Fried Penne, a variant of Pineapple Fried Rice. A Japanese favourite, the Tempura Wasabi Shrimp is served with a wasabi mayonnaise dressing. Reminiscent of Japanese sushi with a Nori seaweed wrap, the Sweet Sticky Rice with Mango Roll is a pleasing deep fried dessert.

With a central location in Patong minutes from Jungceylon, Limburi Bistro off ers a superb and creative menu with dishes that are reasonably priced.

First fl oor of Limburi Hometel, Rat-U-Thit Song Roi Pee Rd opposite Christin Massagewww.limburi.com

Open daily 07:00-23:00 | Tel: +66 (0)76 344059-60

A large fully equipped beach-front restauranton North Patong Beach

Available now for long term rent - call 081 676 6214

For RentKalim Seaview Restaurant


Kata Beach, adjacent to the Boathousewww.momtriphuket.com, [email protected]

Beachfront dining becomes a whole new experience at this tropical, sophisticated and yet relaxed setting which enjoys gorgeous panoramic sunset views from the restaurants and live music in the tapas bar.

Mom Tri’s Oasis introduces a new kind of Mediterranean cuisine to Phuket with tantalizing dishes served in the open air restaurant. Choose lighter fare from the Oasis Spring Tapas Bar or casual beachfront dining at the Oasis On the Sea Restaurant. Tapas include glazed scallops with spinach, feta cheese and sun-dried tomato samosas, and goat cheese and tomato meatballs. For those seeking something light and healthy there is a good selection of generous salads.

Oasis On The Sea off ers some original dishes such as barracuda fi let with a sun-dried tomato crust and lemongrass risotto, and classics including Australian beef tenderloin with shallot crisps and wild mushroom or Béarnaise sauce. There is also a good selection of vegetarian items.

Free wireless internet also makes Oasis a great place to come, relax on the sofa and enjoy some authentic Lavazza coff ee.

Mom Tri's Oasis Mediterranean

Open daily 10:30-23:30 | Tel: +66 (0)76 330423

ItalianDa Vinci

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Lump Sum Savings and FundsA savings/investment plan can be tailored to meet your own personal needs and investing in funds in stock market volatility.

The Forbes Fortune 500 magazine has just published its latest ranking of the world’s largest corporations. At position 19 we fi nd a company called Assiccurazioni Generali. This makes it bigger than HSBC, Coca Cola and Microsoft. They are the second largest insurance group in the world. The company is well regarded by the ratings agencies. Standard and Poor’s, for example, give them an ‘AA−‘ rating.

Generali International is based in Guernsey, British Channel Islands and serves the needs of International savers and investors around the globe. They are well structured and provide their customers with excellent service, client care, and innovative value-for-money products. Guernsey itself has an AAA rating from Standard and Poor’s and was awarded the much-coveted International Financial Centre of the Year Award in 2009. Guernsey is committed to policyholder protection and customers benefi t from Guernsey’s investment protection laws. In summary, this means that Generali International’s liabilities, representing at least 90% of policyholder’s funds are safeguarded by a third party custodian (Citibank), and an independent trustee (Credit Suisse Trust Limited).

Their products are broken down into two groupings; regular savings plans and lump sum investment vehicles. Their regular savings plan is named ‘Vision’, and is widely used to save for retirement or school and university

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fees. Payments can be made monthly, quarterly or annually and start at only US$150, or currency equivalent, per month. Higher rates attract an enhancement of up to 6%. If customers save for ten years or more, there‘s a loyalty bonus of 5% of all premiums paid, for premiums of US$500 and above.

A number of lump sum vehicles are available including ‘Choice’ and ‘Professional Portfolio’. ‘Choice’ is recommended for smaller amounts and ‘Professional Portfolio’ for larger sums. Both plans can be linked to QROPS. ‘Choice’ selects from Generali’s own internal fund range whereas the Portfolio Bond, can also include thousands of external assets. Because of its size, Generali can negotiate very competitive discounts with all the major fund houses, which are then passed on to their clients. For example, if you invested directly in an HSBC account you would pay an initial fee of 5.25% to access the fund. If you invested in the same fund via Generali you would only pay 0.5%.

A savings/investment plan can be tailored to meet your own personal needs, so if you require a personal illustration and very comprehensive analysis based on your own particular fi nancial circumstances, see my contact details below.

If you’re concerned about stock market volatility then you may wish to consider funds that have no correlation whatsoever to the stock market. These funds have turned in stellar performances in times of stock market turmoil.


Feature : Lump Sum Savings and Funds

You may remember that in previous articles I talked about the New Earth Solutions Fund which aims to provide long-term capital growth, by investing directly and indirectly in the development and ownership of recycling and renewable energy facilities in the UK. Depending on the location and the waste stream itself, these industrial facilities handle both the recycling and treatment of waste, and the conversion of waste to energy. The fund has grown signifi cantly over the fi rst two years, achieving a return over that period of 23.50%. Since inception, the Fund has never posted a losing month and was completely unaff ected by the recent credit crunch.

The New Earth Fund operates on a joint venture basis with the New Earth Group. The facilities are managed and promoted by an experienced and well-resourced

George Lindsay is Wealth Manager at Expat Solutions

a fi nancial planning consultant with Expat Solutions and he can be contacted on Tel: +66 (0)89 868 5143. Email: [email protected] for a free consultation about savings/investment plans and other aspects of fi nancial planning.

management team from New Earth Group, who possess a strong mix of fi nancial acumen and operational expertise.

The New Earth Fund has the security of freehold or long leasehold arrangements on its property and plant assets, and local authority waste supply and energy sale contracts underpin its operations.

The company has about 3,400,000 tonnes (including potential contract extensions) of secured and/or awarded Local Authority waste contracts to handle over the next 20 years. This translates into circa £200m of revenue at current prices. Moreover, EU regulators now have the authority to impose fi nes on member countries which fail to meet strict re-cycling targets.

Originally denominated in Sterling only, the fund is now also available in US$ and Euros and can be accessed direct or through a Portfolio Bond like the Generali ‘Professional Portfolio’ described above.


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

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

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

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

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

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

Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 27123310/2 Srisoonthorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100Website: www.lemongrasshouse.comSpa

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

Based on his years of experiences at some of the top spas in Southeast Asia, Bobby has developed a full line of healthy skin care products. For example, his hydrating face and body creams have 25 per cent aloe vera, white orchid and cucumber extracts. And he’s developed a revitalizing mineral muscle soak made from Andaman Sea salt crystals, blended with white orchid and chamomile extracts, to help draw out impurities and soothe and revive tense muscles.

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

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

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

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Six Senses Spa

Six Senses Signature – Men’s Indulgence 3,500 Baht net/person

Herbal Steam & Sauna 30 min

Oriental Massage 50 min

Man Facial 50 min

Foot Recovery 30 min

Healthy Tamarind Smoothie Drink 3 hrs

Six Senses Signature – Ladies Pampering 3,500 Baht net/person

Herbal Steam & Sauna 30 min

Manicure & Pedicure 100 min

Soothing Facial 50 min

Healthy Tamarind Smoothie Drink 3.5 hrs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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For TAXI: เอวาซอน ตรงขามพิพิธภัณฑหอย ราไวย

Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 381010-7

100 Vised Road, Moo 2, Rawai 83130Email: [email protected] Website: www.sixsenses.com Spa

Massage of the Month Pampering: Special Price Holistic, Oriental, Energizer 50 minutes from 9am - 12pmSpecial Price 1,500 baht net: (Normal price 2,942.50 baht)*treatments to be fi nished by 1pm

Spa local menu is available. Please contact spa reception for more information

Reservation conditions:Validity June 2010 – December 2010• All prices are non-commissioned• All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and applicable government tax•

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


The Royal Spa and Health Club

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

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

Of the signature treatments, the Royal Stone Therapy is one that is particularly interesting. The Hot Stone massage technique, founded 5000 years ago, uses black volcanic stones, which are heated and placed on the body, producing a profound eff ect, stilling the mind and easing the body.

Unlike many of the high-end spa complexes on the island, which market themselves exclusively to tourists, the reasonable prices and relaxed but professional staff at the Royal Spa, means that many local Thais, as well as tourists, are beginning to use the spa. This has helped to erase the often stiff , and over-formal atmosphere at many of Phuket’s spa resorts, giving the Royal Spa an ambience of authentic relaxation and pleasure.

All the therapists working at the Royal Spa have been trained at the in-house 'Phuket Spa Academy', established in 2004, to provide a comprehensive spa training course. The curriculum and assessments provide a measurement of therapist expertise and knowledge within the Thai spa industry. Since then, the Royal Spa Development and Management Company have provided comprehensive and professional spa management, and development programs, for spa retreats throughout Thailand. Their aim is to provide a standard of service and expertise throughout the Thai spa industry, to ensure a high quality of service and standard of treatment, throughout Thailand. It truly off ers the ‘one stop services for Thai spa business’ and a quality of relaxed professionalism, rarely found in luxury spa resorts.

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

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Open daily 9:00 – 22:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 236663, +66 (0)76 236056367/63-64 Yaowaraj Rd., Muang, Phuket 83100Email: [email protected] Website: www.theroyalspa.com

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

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

The Royal Ayurvedic Massage 90 min

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

Hot Stone Massage 90 min

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

The Royal Signature package 4 hrs

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

This Privilege applies to the 14 following locations:

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

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

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

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

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Open daily 9:00 – 20:00 hrs.Tel: +66 (0)76 340138

41 Taweewongse Road, Patong Beach, PhuketEmail: [email protected] Website: www.impiana.com Spa

Finding a spa in Patong is easy. But if you want fi rst-class tropical treatments in a superb beachfront setting, your choice is very limited. Fortunately, the newly-opened Swasana Spa at Impiana Phuket Cabana Resort & Spa, provides the perfect answer. With two luxurious treatment rooms for couples, complete with private steam room and oversize twin Jacuzzi, one single treatment rooms and two beachfront Thai Massage rooms, Swasana Spa is unique in Patong – blending sublime treatments with a spectacular beachside location.

Whether you’re suff ering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for a slice of tropical relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way to start.

My journey began with a Herbal Steam treatment in the aromatic steam room. Great for cleaning the pores and clearing the mind. Then out of the steam into the warm Jacuzzi for two, sipping a cool ginger tea while nature’s healing power eases away aches and stress.

Already beginning to relax, I moved on to the Swasana Salt Scrub, the spa’s signature body treatment. My 2 therapists started with a gentle scrub, using tropical salt and tamarind to remove the dead skin cells, leaving my skin feeling smooth and silky.

Gearing up the sense of total relaxation, and gearing down even further my stress levels, I next experienced the signature massage – a combination of Lomi-Lomi and Aromatherapy techniques and principles. Lomi Lomi, also called ‘Loving Hands’, derives from ancient Polynesian massage using long continuous, fl owing strokes to get deeply into tired muscles. Aromatherapy, using essential oils to stimulate or relax, is the perfect complement. While my therapists’ hands

worked their magic on my body, I felt I had left all my worldly cares and tension behind.

By now in sensory heaven, the Sawasana angels prepared me for a Rejuvenating Anti-Stress Facial. A blend of facial massage with natural creams, this treatment cleansed and rejuvenated my skin and facial muscles. With all my senses heightened, I detected the fragrance of guava fruit – good enough to eat, but alas just one of the natural ingredients in the creams my therapist was using. This one is a must for anyone thinking of having a ‘face lift’!

Swasana SpaWhether you’re suff ering the stress of working in Phuket’s super-heated commercial environment, or you’re visiting from overseas for a slice of tropical relaxation, Swasana Spa’s warm welcome from their gracious staff is a great way to start.

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The Signature Collection combines the fi nest of the Swasana Spa treatments: 5 steps, with Jacuzzi, Swasana Salt Scrub, Thai Herbal Wrap, Swasana Massage, Choice of Facial Treatment (Aloe Vera Facial or Rejuvenating Anti-Stress Facial).

Princess of the Andaman 3.5 hrs

A must for any discerning visitor to Thailand: Jacuzzi, Coff ee Scrub, Aromatherapy Massage, Rejuvenating Anti-Stress facial.

Siam Paradise 2 hrs

Perfect for the active at heart and guaranteed to enliven and awaken, with Herbal Steam and Siam Aroma Therapy Massage.

Some treatments & packages at the Swasana SpaPrices range from 2,250 to 7,650 Baht

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

Chilled out by the soothing background music, my mind was fi lled with a peaceful wellbeing as I enjoyed the warm traditional welcome (again from Sukko culture) of the ‘Flower Floating Ritual’ – similar to ‘Loy Kratong’, where the idea is to fl oat away past stresses and wish for luck and joy from that moment on.

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

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

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

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

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

Sukko Cultural Spa

Relaxing Pleasure 150 min

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

Heaven of Silk 180 min

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

Celebrity’s Secret 180 min

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

Luxurious Desire 240 min

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

Romance Holiday Half Day

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

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

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

Some treatments & packages at Sukko Spa

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

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How is Phuket from your point of view? An interesting mix of cultures; a beautiful island set in a dream archipelago: a great tourist destination with a bright future.

What advantages to you see that gives Phuket an ‘edge’ in international tourist markets? The people are wonderful and Phuket is situated in close proximity to all the major cities in Asia.

What do you think Phuket’s administration could improve upon? Traffi c control and the education of children regarding the dangers on the roads.

How old are you? I’m 29 years old.

What is you marital status? I’m still single.

Are you planning to start a family soon? OK, I ‘m in a relationship but I’ve got no immediate plans in that direction.

What are the activities that you like to share with your partner? Travel, boating and enjoying a good dinner with fi ne wines.

What do you consider most important for the enjoyment of your lifestyle? Having people around me who I trust and love. I’m also particularly devoted to music.

What music do you like best? My tastes are eclectic: everything from R and B and Hip-Hop through to classical music from Boccelli and Pavarotti.

Defi ne the essence of your lifestyle for us, then It’s to have a good balance between a job that I like, spending time with friends and my girlfriend, and playing sport.

What do you do in your free time? Tennis, squash and wakeboarding.

In a week, how many days do you spend on sports and fi tness? At least three days a week.

Are you involved in any local charities, clubs or associations? I’m a member of SKAL.

Where are you from originally? I’m French, born in Paris and I grew up in Normandy.

When did you move to Phuket? Four years ago.

What brought you here? The career opportunities combined with a good lifestyle, and a fascination with the mix of people and cultures.

What did you do before you come to Phuket? After my MBA graduation in sales and marketing in France, I worked in an import-export business in Europe and then in the hospitality industry In Krabi.

How did you come to be part of the Twinpalms Cruises management team? By meeting the Twinpalms Phuket General Manager who off ered me the opportunity to manage their yachting division. I recognised this as a business with huge potential. At the same time, I would be able to contribute to the overall development of the yachting business in Phuket.

Please tell us about your job. What are the duties of the GM of Twinpalms Cruises? Twinpalms One is a fractionally-owned, 23-metre fl y-bridge yacht with modern, exciting and stylish lines. I supervise all operations including maintenance, managing the crew, the optimisation of charter bookings and the maintenance and development of a high standard of service on board. Most importantly, I handle all contacts with each of the yacht shareholders.

What’s the best part of the job? The satisfaction of operating a stunningly beautiful vessel in an absolutely breathtaking archipelago, and delivering 100 per cent satisfaction to a discriminating clientele.

How you approach your job? Well it’s very interesting but challenging at the same time. The sea always brings surprises. It’s really like running a small luxury hotel with the considerable complication that it’s on the water. Twinpalms One can accommodate up to 20 guests on day cruises and up to eight on overnight cruises. At the end of the day, it’s managing the human relations aspects in dealing with staff and clients that is the crucial focus. It’s people that make the diff erence, not just the product (even when it’s a beautiful 76-foot fl y-bridge motor yacht).

What is your motto for running the job? Discipline and professionalism in the ‘land of smiles’.

Tell us about your style of leadership. Straightforward and respectful.

Do you think you’re successful in your line of work? Well, it would be arrogant to claim perfection (even though I’m French) but seriously, I believe all the team is doing its best to achieve the company goals and to meet our passengers’ expectations. After two years of operations, we’re proud to see more and more returning passengers on board.

How do you handle stress? Learning Thai culture and playing sports helps.

Whereabouts do you live in Phuket? What determined your choice of location? I’m currently living close to Jungceylon, 20 minutes from my offi ce on Surin Beach. It’s also close to Phuket Town and all the shops, restaurants and sports facilities.

Which parts of the province do you like best? I think Kathu Lake and the Phang Nga national park. They both off er a sublime combination of magnifi cent vistas and serenity; plus they both have good wakeboarding spots.

For more information contact:

Twinpalms CruisesMobile: +66 (0)85 221 4572 Email: [email protected]

Getting paid to sail around the Andaman Sea in a luxury yacht sounds like the ideal job. How does it play out in real life?

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Villa 11.5m THBBOAT LAGOON : Three storey townhouse consisting of 3 bedrooms/4 bathrooms. Western kitchen with fully equipped, dining and living area looking out to the water.

KOH KAEW : An excellent family villa within close proximity to the British International School. The property is in a small gated community sharing common areas which include a large swimming pool. The project consists of 4 villas.

Villa 85m THB

Property Sales: +66 (0)76 239944 : +66 (0)89 470 3047, +66 (0)81 893 3434

Email: [email protected]: www.phuket-villas.com

Rentals

4 Bedrooms from18,000THB/night KATHU : A single storey villa situated in a peaceful valley beside the fairways of Loch Palm Golf Course. The home is designed with plenty of space & landscaped gardens. The villa comes fully furnished. Term: Short term only.

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2 Bedrooms Rate on Application

3 Bedrooms from 75,000 THB

KAMALA : A beautifully appointed 2-bed apartment in this luxury development overlooking Kamala Bay. The spacious apartment is located at a high level providing spectacular views across the bay. Term: Short & Long Term.

CAPE PANWA : A newly built 3-bedroom villa located in an elevated position close to Cape Panwa and only 10 minutes from Phuket Town. Access to a small quiet beach is 500 metres. Term: Short & long term rental.

5 Bedrooms Rate on application KAMALA : A stunning 5-bedroom luxury villa located on a private headland providing 270 degree views across the Andaman sea. The villa is fully equipped, including a gym and with full time staff . Term: Short term only.

2 Bedrooms Rate on applicationKAMALA : A comfortable two bedroom, two bathroom en-suite unit at Kamala, ideal for families or two groups of couples. The units are front facing overlooking the complex and have a walk around balcony. Term: Short & Long Term.

3-4 Bedroooms from 80,000 THB CAPE PANWA : 3-4 bedroom villas in a beach front location with unsurpassed ocean views. Shared 18 m pool and set in delightful tropical gardens. Peaceful and convenient Cape Panwa location. Term: Short & Long Term.

Villa 22m THB NAI HARN : Spacious 3-bedroom villa situated on a land plot of 1,215 square metres. Has its own swimming pool with jacuzzi, pool bar and sala. A kilometre from Nai Harn Beach.

Villa 23m THB PATONG : Super modern sea view pool villa located on hillside above Patong Bay. This is well designed to create spacious and convenient modern style living areas whilst capturing the essence of a tropical style.

Villa Complex 129m THBKALIM : Villa complex of 6 stand-alone rooms linked by a connecting roof and built on 1.5 rai of land. Total indoor living space is 850 sqm. All rooms have Thai & Balinese furniture & décor. 5 large en-suite bedrooms with king-size beds.

Villa 89m THBSURIN : A luxurious Thai style villa with absolutely stunning sea views across Surin and Bangtao Bays, set on a hillside at Ayara Surin. The villa features 4 bedrooms, all with sea view.


Property Sales: +66 (0)76 239944

: +66 (0)89 470 3047, +66 (0)81 893 3434 Email: [email protected]

Website: www.phuket-villas.com

Apartment 52m THB KATA : A stunning, one-of-a-kind, spacious 2-bedroom penthouse, with 210 sqm under roof living area plus another 210 sqm of roof garden with private swimming pool and 2 salas providing shaded seating areas.

Condominium 7.99m THBPATONG : 105 sqm fi nished condo with complete inventory. Two bed/one bath unit with freehold title. Many amenities: granite counter tops, deck Jacuzzi, ceiling fans, built in microwave, safe, WIFI, LAN, etc. and sea view from the bedroom.

Condominium from 3.4m THBPATONG : Seven storey modern boutique condominiums located just 500 m from the beach. Features studios and 1 to 3 bedroom apartments at an aff ordable price. Facilities are comprised of a swimming pool, fi tness centre.

Condominium from 32m THBKATA : Luxury condominium located on the west coast, right on the oceanfront, facing stunning and uninterrupted sunset views of the Andaman Sea. The site is between Kata & Karon Beach. Excellent holiday homes and villa rentals.

CHALONG : The penthouse 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with 114 sqm in a modern resort atmosphere with stunning panoramic views of Chalong Harbor. The unit has very large terrace.

Condominium 8.9m THBKATA : Luxury townhouse with spectacular sea & sunset views, located on Kata hillside.This luxury corner townhouse is in the perfect location to enjoy panoramic mountain, sea and sunset views from every level and terrace.

Apartment 13.9m THB

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Mai Khao, Phuket 7m THB/RaiSLOPING LAND - SEA VIEW

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Chalong, Phuket from 5.6m THB/Rai Layan, Phuket 5.5m THB/Rai FLAT LAND

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BEACH FRONT14-3-84 Rai(Nor Sor 3)

Kho Lhoan 60m THBFLAT LAND

3-0-8.3 Rai(Chanote title)

Baan Don, Phuket 8m THB SEA VIEW LAND

0-1-32 rai(Nor Sor 3 Gor)

Patong, Phuket 9m THB


Suff ering from beach fatigue? Skies are overcast? Don’t be disheartened. There’s plenty of other entertainment available on this island of ours.

Phuket Thai Hua Museum

Explore the islandThere are many companies that off er island tours, and these are a convenient and inexpensive way of seeing more of your holiday destination. However, if you have the time why not rent a motorcycle or car, and do a little exploring on your own? Your hotel or tour guide will be able to give you a road map, but you can’t really get lost. This is an island so if you keep going you’ll eventually get back where you started! Follow the winding coast roads and discover isolated beaches which you can have all to yourself. Head inland and visit small farming communities where people still live in much the same way as they have for hundreds of years.

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

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

View antique buildingsA hundred years ago, Phuket City had a prosperous economy based on tin mining, and even back then was an international centre with a large expatriate community of Chinese and Europeans. They built beautiful homes in the style called Sino-Portuguese − terraced townhouses with narrow frontages and accommodations which stretched back from the road. The interiors often include walled gardens and fountains and are beautifully furnished with antiques and Chinese inspired decorations. Rommanee Road is a fi ne example which has been fully restored. Visit Talang Road, Yaowarat Road and Dibuk Road where these old structures are home to a thriving latter-day community of shops and restaurants. The Provincial Hall, the Phuket Courthouse and the town branch of the Siam City Bank are further examples of architecture from the past.

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

Located in Soi Paneung in the Sam Kong area, the garden is a fi ve minute drive from Tesco Lotus. Take the road towards Phuket City and it’s on the left-hand side. There’s a large sign indicating the turning. Entrance for children under ten years is 150 baht, adults and kids over ten years pay 300 baht. Open daily from 9am until 5pm (last admission). For more information ring +66 (0)76 210861 or visit www.phuketbutterfl y.com.

Join the crowd at the weekend marketThe most popular week-end market in Phuket Town is offi cially called Chao Fa Variety but is universally referred to by its Thai name Talad Tai Rot. From Central Festival Phuket intersection head south on Chao Fa West for about one kilometre and then turn left. The market is opposite Wat Naka (Naka Temple). There’ll fi nd a bewildering choice – everything from clothes to electronics. If you’re after handicraft items like tooled leather goods, Buddha images or second-hand books you’ll also not be disappointed. Our overseas visitors may not be planning to buy a pet but it’s fun to window shop the amazing range of endearing and unusual animals off ered for sale. And if you’re hungry there’s is a huge selection of Thai snacks on off er – all freshly prepared on the spot. Rice dishes, noodles, fruit and nuts are all available. The market opens at 4pm on Saturdays and Sundays − when it is cooler. It’s a good idea to arrive early to avoid the crowds and traffi c. Parking can be a problem.

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RAWAI : Beautifully designed classic Thai pool villas located in Phuket's south 10 minutes drive to Nai Harn Beach. Attention to detail and only the best quality materials will be used to create this haven of aff ordable luxury.

KATA : Built over 4 spacious levels and off ering 406 sqm of indoor and outdoor living areas. This is a rare opportunity to secure one of the best sunset / sea views in Phuket.

KATA BEACH : Highly sought after 1 bedroom mulit-level penthouse with private rooftop terrace and plunge pool off ering luxurious living close to both Kata and Kata Noi Beaches.

Exclusive Pool Villa 38m THB Overlooking Layan from 32m THB Phang Nga Bay Views 51m THB LAYAN : Luxury living in one of Phuket's most beautiful ocean view estates perched high above Layan Beach. A wide selection of 3 and 4 bedroom pool villas from the latest phase of this successful development.

CAPE YAMU : Located on a stunning private peninsula on the serene north east coast of Phuket, these villas are built 50 metres from the sea and sport trendy modern designs.

LAYAN BEACH : Beautifully designed 3 bedroom pool villa set amidst tropical landscaped gardens in a secure and private estate only 5 minutes walk to Layan Beach. The property sits on a 1,600 sqm plot and boasts an 18 metre infi nity pool.

Ocean View Estate 264m THB Ocean View Villa 80m THB Direct Oceanfront 264m THB SURIN : A beautiful traditional Thai Style luxury villa with fabulous ocean views perched high above Surin Beach in an exclusive secure estate. The centerpiece is a deep blue infi nity pool off ering breathtaking sea views.

KAMALA : Oceanfront villa situated along a secluded stretch of coastline. On 3,760 sqm of land and 739 sqm of internal space, including 4 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a minimalist Minotti kitchen and much more.

SURIN BEACH : Fabulous 6 bedroom villa with separate 2 bedroom guesthouse located at the highest point of a luxury private estate above Surin Beach. 22 metre infi nity pool, snooker, media rooms and fi tness.

NAI THON : A large selection of 2 and 3 bedroom condos located a short 50 metre stroll from beautiful unspoilt Nai Thon Beach. Spacious living spaces with a fl exible rental management program for owners.

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

Beachside Condos from 13.5m THB Walk to the Beach 19.5m THB

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CAPE YAMU : An exclusive high end rental on Phuket's east coast with stunning Phang Nga Bay views. Large 4 bedroom direct oceanfront property with private beach access. Minimum one year rental.

Beachfront 280,000 THB/month

Ocean View Penthouse 15.9m THB New Launch 11.9m THB Sea View Town Home 13.9m THB

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Oxygen is essential to life, just as location is essential to good living. Situated in Bangtao, on the west coast of Phuket. Oxygen home owners can enjoy the convenience of living in a tranquil area just walking distance to the beach, maintaining an island-community feel, yet with shops, restaurants and entertainment for the adventurous never far away.

Phase 1 of Oxygen Condominium Bangtao is now complete. The unique duplex condominium concept is a suitably stylish addition to the chic Bangtao Beach area, off ering a special tropical living experience in a secure and secluded resort-like residence. Perfect as a fi rst or second home for couples and small families, each of the complete two-storey homes comes fully furnished with tasteful décor and is fully equipped with every necessary appliance. These homes are designed to be spacious and practical to make the most of living in the tropics with the living area and master bedroom opening out onto a wooden sun deck, swimming pool and garden.

Oxygen Condominiums are designed with simple yet stylish comfort and convenience in mind, giving you the freedom to live the way you feel most at ease.

The homes are nestled in a beautifully landscaped secure compound with a car park and has a lively central common area, which includes a gym. Each homeowner can also choose to enjoy the seclusion of their own tropical garden and private swimming pool. Covered walkways provide shade and shelter from the rain when going out and residents’ security is assured with guards on duty round-the-clock.

Living here is like spending every day at a beach-side resort. Residents have easy access to the beach or can simply choose to relax at home in luxurious seclusion

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There has been an overwhelmingly positive response since the rental program began last October, spurning a vibrant resort-like atmosphere at the condominium, which has also given rental program participants substantial returns on their investments.

Oxygen condominium Bangtao consisted of 26 units, 15 units in phase 1 and 11 units in phase 2. These 3 – 4 Bedrooms condominium-style units have been meticulously designed with contemporary couples and families in mind. Each duplex has and 8 to 15 meter private pool in a secluded garden with sundecks surround by a high wall on a 300 Sqm. Plot.

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

Those who sign a booking contract before the end of January 2010 will receive a special off er on limited units.

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PATONG : Across from Tri Trang Beach and 5 min from Patong. All units have FULL sea views. European developer, 45 units, studio to 2 bedroom, infi nity pool, restaurant, full resort services. Great investment!

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

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

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

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

CHALONG : Well located within a nice and quiet residential area, this beautiful property is set on a large landscaped garden. The built quality is above standard and the builder is ever so happy to render assistance if need be.

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

SURIN : Providing stunning sea view apartments in Phuket's exclusive area, this 32 high-spec unit development inspires a relaxing & soulful ambiance through its open plan design and forward thinking architecture. One of a kind!

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

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

Our Property Booth, Central

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

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

Designer Homes from 7.7m THB

Modern Sea View Home from 22m THBFamily Home in Chalong 11.5m THB

Lushful Development from 4m THB

Unique Opportunity! from 3.7m THB Priceless Gem! Starting 23m THB

Hillside Sea Views from 2.9m THB

Surin's Soothing Sea 9.5m THB

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Alastair Carthew is a journalist, broadcaster, public relations counsellor and writer, living on Phuket.

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Wheels and Wi FiThe problem with running a successful airport is that the devil’s often in the detail. Here are some ‘details’ to which our local airport management might well pay attention.

News that Phuket International Airport’s 5.70 billion baht expansion is moving ahead will delight anybody on the island who depends on tourism (which one way and another, is just about everybody). Despite political and economic upheavals all the signs are that Phuket will continue to attract ever-increasing numbers of visitors in the coming years.

The upgrade will modernise an airport that many people still see as a somewhat dowdy dowager standing at the gateway of a fabulously glamorous paradise location. The plan is to increase the capacity by 92% over the next fi ve years. In numbers, that translates to around 12 to 13 million customers per annum.

This eff ort to increase volumes is all well and good, but the powers-that-be also need to look at what can be done to give the airport that little bit of extra ‘value-added’.

The Airports Council International, the global body representing airports around the world, gives airports ‘marks out of ten’ for the quality of services off ered to passengers. At the moment PIA doesn’t even qualify for rating – though, to be fair, this is partly because it’s quite small. However, the council’s research into what constitutes good service is salutary. This month we look at two areas which might touch a nerve at PIA: internet services and baggage trolleys.

First, let’s look at internet services. ACI estimates that over nine billion passengers will use the world’s airports by 2025 – up from four billion in 2006. The vast majority of these will demand that connectivity is routinely available particularly if they have an hour or so to kill in the departure lounge. Just consider this. Indonesia, where English is not commonly spoken, ranks third behind the US and UK in numbers of Facebook users.

Phuket attracts huge numbers of tourists from the likes of Japan, India, China, Korea and Malaysia. It’s worth noting that as of 2009 China had 384 million Internet users; Japan, 96 million; India, 81 million; Korea, 37.5 million and Malaysia, 16.9 million. Oh, and don’t forget Thailand itself with 16 million.

An ACI survey on the provision of airport Wi-Fi services around the world found:

96% of airports provided Wi-Fi.•

73% had total airport coverage.•

90% of Wi-Fi availability was in the gate and restaurant areas; 82% in the • transit, shopping and airport lounge areas; and 59% in the check-in area.

55% charged for access.•

46% accepted payment by credit card and a surprising 17%, by mobile • phone.

The average cost of Wi-Fi services was USD7.8 per hour. Ouch!•

70% of airports also had work stations located throughout the terminal • for people without laptops.

These numbers tell their own story.

Now let’s look at the humble baggage cart – an item that Suvarnabhumi Airport originally forgot to provide. While PIA is a small airport (so distances walked are relatively short) the adequate provision of baggage carts is still important. The airport caters mainly for tourists who tend to carry more, and larger, bags than businessmen on a quick trip.

The ACI survey found:

60% of airports off er an airside cart service.•

62% of carts can be used on walkways.•

88% cannot be used on escalators – obviously a tricky one.•

90% can be used in lifts.•

44% of carts have a braking system.•

60% of carts carry advertisements – one wonders why, and for what.•

We want tourists to go home with armfuls of souvenirs and duty-free goodies, so let’s make sure that they can get them from the drop-off point to the departure lounge without hiring Sherpas.

Finally, PIA might like to consider participating in ACI’s Airport Service Quality survey system. This provides an impartial, unbiased, statistically-reliable appraisal of airport service levels as experienced by passengers. ASQ is the world’s leading airport benchmarking programme. Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok participates in the Asia Pacifi c section of the survey.

It’s time PIA stuck it’s head above the parapet.


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FREE WiFi hotspots in Phuket

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Health matters

in your body. Extra fat tissue can make your body resistant to the action of insulin. Exercise helps insulin work well.

Diabetes comes in three types. Gestational diabetes and type 1 and 2 diabetes.

Gestational diabetes aff ects mothers during pregnancy and usually corrects itself following the birth of the child. There is not much we can do to prevent this type of diabetes, but thankfully is only aff ects a very small number of mothers.

The incidence of diabetes is on the rise and health authorities are very concerned that it will have an increasing impact on health care costs, and life expectancy. During 2007, authorities estimated that there were around 247 million people with diabetes worldwide, and if current trends continue those aff ected are likely to number in excess of 380 million by 2025. If untreated diabetes also has the potential to contribute to a range of other illnesses, including blindness, kidney failure, heart attacks, strokes and even erectile dysfunction.

When we eat our body breaks down the food into diff erent substances most importantly into glucose. Glucose is the simple sugar that our body uses as the main source of energy. However our bodies cannot use glucose unless there is insulin also in our bodies to help the cells absorb it. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas. Simply put, if our body is going to use the energy from that we eat, it must have insulin to modify it.

Diabetes occurs when insulin is insuffi cient to process the body's requirement for glucose. Being obese aff ects the way insulin works

Diabetes


Peter Davison is the Manager International Services at Phuket International Hospital.

Tel: +66 (0)76 249400. Email: [email protected].

Health mattersDiabetes

Type 1 diabetes, is where your body makes no insulin and you must have insulin injections in order to survive. Type 1 diabetes accounts for around 10-15% of people with diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes, which aff ect the majority, is a condition where the insulin levels whilst not non-existent, are defi cient. Type 2 diabetes is what is worrying the health experts because of the signifi cant rise in the population so aff ected. The condition is preventable by reduction of the risk factors. Being overweight, taking insuffi cient exercise and eating a poor diet all contribute to the likelihood of your getting Type 2 diabetes.

Being overweight and over 45 places you at much greater risk of developing diabetes and you defi nitely should get checked. If you're younger than 45 and overweight, and have a family history of diabetes, low HDL cholesterol and high triglycerides or high blood pressure, then a check of your diabetes status is strongly recommended.

Diabetes and pre-diabetes can be detected by completing a fasting glucose test, or fasting blood sugar test (commonly abbreviated to FBS on your laboratory result slip). This test measures your blood glucose when you've not eaten or drunk anything for at least eight hours before. This test is also best done in the morning and can indicate that you're normal, or in a pre-diabetic state, or have diabetes.

Normal results are generally between 70-110 mg/dl. If you have elevated blood sugar levels after an overnight fast of over 140 mg/dl on at least two occasions, this indicates that you have diabetes. You may return a level of between 110 and 126 mg/dl and this result could indicate that you have impaired fasting blood glucose function, and are at risk of getting diabetes in the future. Your doctor would most likely wish to check your fasting blood sugar again, as

impaired fasting blood glucose levels is a signifi cant risk factor which requires monitoring and possible treatment.

Completing a fasting blood sugar test is a simple and relatively cheap procedure, with most places in Phuket performing the laboratory check for less than 200 baht. If you have elevated blood sugar levels, increasing exercise and losing weight can make a great contribution in assisting your levels to return to normal. Get your blood glucose level checked and put it on the annual list of 'things to do' for your body.


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