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Contents
may 09 - jul 09
People Features
9 Government Talk: Tosaporn Tephabutra 20 Featured Dining
10 People Focus 24 Health Care
40 Property Talk: Chayika Wongnapachant 34 Décor Items
60 GM Talk: James Sullivan-Tailyour 62 Zenith Holiday
74 Keyman Talk: Julian Henco 68 Fun 'N' Frolic
84 "The Quote": Press Play with the Guys 78 Fashion: In the Name of RETRO
88 Posh Life: Pamuke Achariyachai
92 Charity: Phuket Sunshine Village
20 10
Indexers
22 Dining
30 Dental Clinic
32 Spa
36 Awning 62
37 Interior Design
44 Development
56 Land
70 Resort & Hotel 78
75 Engineering Consultant 14
76 Generator
77 Logistics
82 Bus Charter
83 Home Automation 88
On The Cover
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Phuket
Government
Talk
Tosaporn
Tephabutra
Member of
Parliament,
Phuket
What are the problems that the Thailand
Tourism Industry is currently facing?
T
to be because there’s still no place in the world
osaporn Tephabutra has an extensive quite like Thailand.”
background in Politics, especially as he is
married to Anchalee Vanich Tephabutra, a “We have sea, sun, and sand in Phuket and the
renowned Phuket politician. He has been Andaman region and we can use these resources to
appointed to many significant political posts, but highlight our strong points. Many foreigners come
principally those related to the Tourism Industry. here to see the real Thailand. They accept Eastern
cultures more than the past, and want to know and
On the responsibilities of being Member learn more about the country.”
of Parliament for Phuket with particular
regard to the Tourism Industry Three major projects are coming soon
“Under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism and “The government will be pushing for a Phuket
Convention Centre capable of holding up to 6,000
Sports, we are responsible for tourism not just in
people and is striving to create an open air sports
Phuket but for the whole of Thailand and so we
arena and complex. Also, it intends to raise the
have to try to maintain a balanced outlook for the Phuket Technical College, Thalang Campus, to
benefit of the whole country. Our department provides university status. In this way we aim to improve
information on the Industry to the Government and Phuket to be a hub for many activities which can
makes suggestions which we think will benefit gather income for the country. As Phuket already
Thailand as a whole. For example, when the Government has an international airport, beautiful beaches plus
injects money into the market, we closely examine international standard hotels and resorts, we are
the effect and evaluate the outcome.” already making the most of what we have.”
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People
Fo c u s
"I know my
limitations so I gather
good professional
people around me",
States Alain.
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People
Focus
Alain Cohen
a man behind the success, La Colline
I
tropical greenery. We
n every person’s
conceived the idea to build
life there comes
affordable villas in the
at time when a
beautiful environment,
spot of spiritual
making the most of the
renewal is called
views. We then contacted
for, and when it comes
A49-Architect 49, one of the
it has to be done in
best known architectural
the right place. Some-
companies in Thailand,
where away from it
and asked it to design
all, quiet, surrounded
reasonably sized houses at
by hills covered in
a similarly reasonable
lush greenery and
price, whilst making the
beautiful tropical
most of the space. As I
flowers. Somewhere
expected, they have done
to relax in your own
a pretty good job.”
private pool, eyes
closed, mind in neutral,
and stress a distant memory. Imagine this, then On the most successful way to promote
opening your eyes to take in the deep blue of the La Colline:
sky reaching down to touch the rich green of the “I can safely say that word of mouth has been our
land. This is La Colline. best advertisement. So far we have sold almost
45% of the project, which is great, mostly to
And the man behind La Colline is Alain Cohen friends, and friends of friends who live in Bangkok,
whose emphasis on ’affordability’ makes the dream Indonesia, Shanghai, Taipei and even France. We
accessible to all. Phuketindex.com had an insightful have focused our marketing strategy on people
interview with him just a few weeks ago. who love Phuket and want to live here, or people
who love to come here very often. Coupled with our
On his background: reasonable price, this strategy has been successful.”
Alain is a 58 year old Frenchman who has done
many things in his life before deciding to run a On his working principle:
property business in Phuket. One of his projects “Actually, I have many ‘working principles’, but I
for example, was to open a textile factory in know my limitations so I gather good professional
Vientiane, Laos in 1993, something he kept running people around me. Each task is analyzed then
himself until just over one year ago. assigned to the right specialist whom I trust to
make the right decisions. I limit myself to managing
On starting La Colline: these people, and in this way I let them have the
“We bought the land about 4 years ago just after confidence to work with me and hopefully promote
the tsunami disaster. When we first went to view it, a happy working atmosphere. If we are happy,
we found that it was a really beautiful land here our customers should, in turn, be happy with the
in Phuket surrounded, as it is all year, by lush outcome.”
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People
& Fun
Fo c u s
Fea t u r e d
Dining
Alain Cohen
of La Colline
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Graham Bibby
CEO of the Richmond Group
CEO of Richmond Asset Management Ltd and
When, during the early 70’s, the UK faced one of its
most severe economic crises, Graham spent a lot of
His Path
time and effort trying to figure out why, and how to
turn disaster into profit. His studies provided a sound
basis for investment, even in these dark days. During
the 80’s the UK property market boomed and Graham
was astute enough to forecast a crash at the end of
the decade, together with an end to the concurrent
Japanese economic miracle. Such foresight put him
in the world’s spotlight.
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People
Focus
{
He is a strong believer in the Phuket
property market and is willing to invest
heavily into it.
Graham Bibby
CEO of the Richmond Group
CEO of Richmond Asset Management Ltd
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People
Fo c u s
Initially Graham encountered many problems as Graham Bibby is an Asset Manager and
a result of relying upon an outsourced contactor. experienced public speaker, appearing regularly
This situation made him think of doing the whole on CNBC, CNN, BBC, Bloomberg and NDTV.
process himself and as a result he amassed some
of the best architects, designers, and project managers
from around the world to form his own team. In
so doing the Richmond construction department
was established providing all aspects of development
including documentation, design, construction and
management.
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Mom Tri’s Kitchen at Villa Royale
S
ick of Seafood? Packed out It’s a down to earth, homely and
with Prik (that’s the Thai word warm little place embraced with
for chili by the way)? Taste charm and ambiance. The staff is
buds screaming for a rest from friendly and attentive and whether
all that Ped (spice)? Maybe it’s time to it is a long lingering lunch or a daring,
take the hike down to nearly the end delectable dinner, you will find
of Rat-Uthit Road and seek out the that you can relax and enjoy in
sanctuary of Shakers. the knowledge that service is just
a nod away despite the mood of
You could miss it I suppose, but laissez faire.
it’s unlikely. With a façade of
bright orange it’s hard to walk Whether you go there with friends
past, whichever side of the road or alone the feeling that there
you’re on, without remarking to is simple no need to rush is all
yourself upon its ability to make pervasive. If with friends, enjoy
you look twice. Shakers is a small their conversation in the vibrant
restaurant and maybe that accounts stimulating atmosphere, if alone,
for the eye-catching décor. If it sit and sip whilst making use of
blended in, you probably would the free wi-fi internet connection
miss it, which would be a shame on your own laptop to chat with
as it certainly has its charm. friends and family or explore the
range of prospective dates on a
Unlike the choice of paint, the food Thai matchmaking site.
is actually very tasteful with a range
of paninis, salads, pastas, pizzas, Good healthy food, tastefully
cold cuts, sandwiches and deserts presented, Shakers is worth the
with a variety of ice cold smoothies walk, or mortgage for a Tuk Tuk
or shakes to go with it. If you are ride, to the end of Rat-Uthit 200
feeling homesick, hot beverages are Pee Road (same street as Jungceylon)
also available. just for the experience.
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& Fun
Featured
Dining
Bright, Colourful,
Appetizing and Extraordinary Dining
How about something familiar but different for
a change – Shakers.
Shakers
241/7-8 Rat-Uthit 200 Pee Rd., Patong
Beach, Kathu, Phuket
Tel: +66 (0) 81 891 4381
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Acqua Concaved Beach Sala Bua Savoey
Deliver only the freshest of The venue is perfect for romantic The best Thai and Pacific Designed as a casual dining
ingredients. Acqua offers celebration as it’s providing rim fusion cuisine. Stunning venue offering Thai, Seafood
a unique culinary voyage spectacular beachfront views. views of the Andaman Sea, a and Chinese dishes.
Freshness Over 20
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Thai, Chinese, Continental Cuisine Prepared By Highly Experienced Chefs
complemented with informal Experience exotic French tropical garden and candlelit years of running ensures your
Patong Beach
Thaweewong Rd.
136 Thaweewong Rd.,
Patong Beach,
Soi Bangla
McDonald Siam City Bank
Tel. +66 (0) 76 341 171-4
Safari Hotel Fax. +66 (0) 76 340 231
www.safaribeachhotel.com
Seafood and Thai food. “The Right Place. Always.” authentic here.
Raat-U-Thit Rd.
savoey@safaribeachhotel.com
The Current
Silk The 9th Floor of the Sea White Box
Situated on the top floor of The hippest and highest open A modern alternative dining A vibrant mix of high class
The Plaza surin, it features air restaurant in Phuket. outlet located in the beachfront eatery and cool music lounge,
discrete décor, gourmet Thai Enjoy the outstanding view La Flora Patong. Serving fresh resting on the sands of Kalim
cuisine and offers a destination and the fashionable setting. seafood with various themes, beach. Colours and style create
dining experience in an elegant Reservation recommended. and a selection international a relaxed and uncluttered feel.
and comfortable setting. and Asian dishes.
Area : Surin beach Area : Patong Area : Patong Area : Kalim - Patong
Cuisine: Thai Cuisine: Mediterranean Cuisine: Seafood Fusion Cuisine: Mediterranean &
Dress Code: Casual Dress Code: Smart Casual Dress Code: Casual Asian Modern
Accepted card: v, m, ae, d Accepted card: v, m, ae Accepted card: v, m, ae Dress Code: Casual
Accepted card: v, m, jcb, ae
Pricing (THB) Pricing (THB) Pricing (THB)
Pricing (THB)
Starters: 200 Starters: 190 - 500 Starters: 130 - 290
Starters: 280 - 620
Mains: 200-600 Mains: 260 - 1,500 Mains: 80 - 690
Mains: 420 - 1,250
Deserts: 95 Deserts: 100 - 400 Deserts: 100 - 200
Deserts: 220 - 550
Wines: 1,500 - 39,000 Wines: 990 - 25,000 Wines: 1,000 - 16,000
Wines: 1,250 - 20,000
Hours: daily Hours: 17:00 - late Hours: 06:00 - 24:00 hrs daily Hours: Mon - Sat
Lunch: 11:00 – 14:30 hrs (last order kitchen 22:30) daily Address: 39 Taweewong 17:00 - 01.00 hrs
Dinner:18:00 – 24:00 hrs Address: Sky Inn Building, Rd., Patong, Kathu, Phuket Sun 12:00 – 01:00 hrs
Address: The Plaza Surin, 47/261-263 Rat-U-Thit Rd., 83150 Address: 247/5 Prabaramee
5/50 Moo 3, Cherng Talay, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150 T. +66 (0) 76 344 241 Rd., Kalim - Patong, Kathu,
Thalang, Phuket 83110 T. +66 (0) 76 344 311 F. +66 (0) 76 344 251 Phuket 83150
T. +66 (0) 76 271 702 F. +66 (0) 76 344 030 E. info@laflorapatong.com T. +66 (0) 76 346 271
F. +66 (0) 76 271 704 E. contact@the9thfloor.com www.laflorapatong.com F. +66 (0) 76 346 272
E. silk@silkphuket.com www.the9thfloor.com E. info@whiteboxrestaurant.com
www.silkphuket.com www.whiteboxrestaurant.com
see page 99
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Sumptuous dining and a variety
of culinary styles to complete your holiday experience.
Thai, Asian, Continental and seafood specialties;
all expertly prepared
Rim Talay Thai Restaurant The Grange Steak & Seafood Grill Café Loma Andaman Pool Bistro
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Health
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Health
& Beauty
He a l t h
Food
Macrobiotics
An Introduction to
eople with serious medical people have sometimes misunderstood; Macrobiotics Today
conditions such as cancer, macrobiotics is, in fact, a way of life The ethos experienced a revival
AIDS or diabetes usually as well as eating. almost 100 years ago when George
seek proper medical care.
Ohsawa (1893 – 1966) was introduced
Sometimes that care involves The word “macrobiotics” is from
going on a special diet to cure or at to it. Born into a disadvantaged
the ancient Greek; “macro” meaning
least alleviate the symptoms of their Samurai family in Japan, Ohsawa-san
large or long and “bios” meaning had an unhappy childhood and was
disease and macrobiotics has became
one choice for such a diet. Some believe life. Macrobiotics is not something diagnosed with tuberculosis at the
that macrobiotics is only for sick new. The earliest recorded use of age of 18. He discovered Shoku-yo,
people; we don’t agree, and that’s the term is found in the writing of the Japanese version of macrobiotics
why we produce this article here. Hippocrates (the father of Western as practiced by Sagen Ishizuka, and
Medicine and he of the famous decided to try it. Ohsawa-san followed
What is Macrobiotics?
Macrobiotics is a philosophy that oath) who introduced the word to the diet of brown rice and vegetables
promotes well being and longevity. describe people who were healthy cooked with small amounts of oil and salt,
It’s not only the macrobiotic diet that and long-lived. and soon found that his tuberculosis
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was clearing up. Very much impressed grown and eaten fresh. The lifestyle to also receive dairy Health
(and relieved) he continued to stick also governs how food should be products such as Food
to that simple diet, joined a health prepared and it is recommended that eggs to provide the
club, and wrote a book on the subject. cooking pots, utensils etc. be made missing nutritional
He became a teacher, took his teachings only from certain materials. Glass, components they
to Europe and North America, and wood, stainless steel, ceramic, and require to provide a
macrobiotics was born into the enamel cookware all are considered
safer, more balanced regime for
modern age. acceptable but no microwave and
their successful development.
electrical appliance should be used.
George Ohsawa’s philosophy is a simple Rice must be cooked in a pressure Similarly, pregnant and breast-feeding
formula to live a long and happy life cooker. women should supplement their
by following a healthy diet consisting macrobiotic fare, otherwise a serious
of wholesome food properly cooked, Dr. Nongpanan explains: deficiency in particular nutrients may
combined with an appropriate level occur,” States Dr. Nongpanan.
of exercise. He also advocated positive “The best way to cook food is with a
thinking in all things together with an natural flame, preferably by burning With a clearer understanding of
affinity for nature. wood, but a gas stove is acceptable. macrobiotics one realizes that it
The heat from a flame cooks slowly can be applied, with appropriate
Macrobiotics in Thailand and brings out the flavor of the food, skills, to anyone. Also that it is not
Very few people in Thailand knew about while the electrical power from a boring and tasteless regimen but
macrobiotics until, in 2007, it was microwaves introduces chaotic energy
a delightfully natural way of eating
officially recognized by The Division as it heats. It is said that a macrobiotic
nutritious food that can be sour
of Complimentary and Alternative diet aims to synchronize eating
Medicine and drawn to the attention of habits with the cycles of nature. The or sweet, high in energy giving
the wider pubic. diet uses the energy giving qualities content, and when prepared with
of foods derived through special care, varied and delicious.
The Macrobiotic Diet cooking procedures to restore and
The macrobiotic diet can be applied maintain balance.” Phuketindex.com hopes this article
to any human being, but not always help our readers to better understand
with the same content or quantity. “Macrobiotics requires us to leave macrobiotics and perhaps adopt
Dr. Nongpanan Tephabutra, executive the worries of life behind and to stay it to improve their life. Very many
director of Sukko Cultural Spa & focused on preparing the food which thanks to Dr. Nongpanan for her
Wellness in Phuket town advises: is intended to provide strength and kind advice and education. For any
“I believe that the macrobiotic diet nourishment to self and loved ones.
further information on macrobiotics,
can be adapted to provide something Also, it is recommended that foods
you will always be welcome at
for everyone. It is variable and should be eaten and chewed slowly,
adjustable to climate, environment, in a relaxed manner. ” Sukko Cultural Spa & Wellness.
to body and mind condition, to gender,
age and to lifestyle. Patients who are The Basic Diet
ill may need a restrictive diet but the The standard macrobiotic diet
normal healthy man in street may consists of:
not, and applying a macrobiotic diet 50-60% whole grains
inappropriately might cause imbalance.” 20-30% seasonal vegetables, cooked
or raw.
Macrobiotic Diet Philosophy 5-10% protein foods - such as fish
The aim of the macrobiotic diet or legumes. Sukko Cultural Spa & Wellness
is to achieve a balance of the yin 5-10% soups 5/10 Moo 3, Vichit, Muang, Phuket, 83000
and yang elements through natural Thailand
Tel +66 (0) 76 263 222 Fax +66 (0) 76 264 533
unprocessed foods, together with “This is just a general concept. Email: info@sukkosparesortphuket.com
a complex of carbohydrates and For example, I would recommend Website: www.sukkosparesortphuket.com
vegetables which should be organically children on the macrobiotic diet
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Health
& Beauty
To restore an already broken
Health
Care tooth or a tooth that has been
seriously worn down
To cover and support a tooth with
a large filling - when there is not
a lot of the tooth left
To hold a dental bridge in place
To cover misshaped or severely
discoloured teeth
To cover a dental implant
A
for back teeth since ceramic or
ll-ceramic or all-porcelain What is a dental crown for? porcelain are not designed to support
crowns are becoming a more Dental crowns (also known as caps) a lot of pressure from biting and
and more popular option are normally used to help restore chewing.
among patients as an accepted teeth. However, they are also used
solution for the restoration and in assisting the protection and Why have times changed and
protection of teeth. A primary reason strengthening of existing teeth so as more and more people asking
is one we have all been waiting for to preserve a tooth’s functionality. for crowns made from non
– they mimic healthy dentures and They may be needed in the event metal?
are almost indiscernible from them! of one of the following instances: In the past crowns were traditionally
only made from gold or metal alloy
Interested ? Read on: To protect a weak tooth from but when technology and materials
Before we go into more detail let’s breaking or to hold together become more advanced and people
begin with some basics: parts of a cracked tooth became more and more conscious
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about their appearance i.e. smiles, the demand for metal
Health
crowns began to disappear. Care
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In d e x Phuket Cosmetic Dental Clinic
Dental Cl i n i c 16/1 Hongyok U-Thit Rd., Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 236 823 Fax: +66 (0) 76 236 824
Email: info@phuketcosmeticdentalclinic.com
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Tel: +66 (0) 76 249 386-7 Fax: +66 (0) 76 249 373
Email: info@dentist-phuket.com
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In d e x Srivana Massage and Spa
Spa 75 Tilok Uthit 1 Road, Muang Phuket 83000
Tel: +66 (0) 76 224 350 Mobile: +66 (0) 89 472 9930
Fax: +66 (0) 76 223 949
Relaxing Aside
Srivana Massage and Spa is strategically placed, adjacent the shopping venue of Phuket town. After looking
for people’s souvenir or shopping for yourselves, shopaholics might need a course of massage or treatment to
revitalize and relieve muscular tension, then Srivana just right there awaits.
Bang Tao
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90-180 mins 400 - 1,200 Baht Beach
Ong
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Sukko Cultural Spa & Wellness Index
5/10 Moo 3, Chaofa (West) Rd., Muang Phuket 83000 Spa
Tel: +66 (0) 76 263 222 Fax: +66 (0) 76 264 533
Email: sukko@sukkospa.com Website: www.sukkospa.com
• Yoga
Rd
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• Basic Thai massage
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• Hair braiding
• Spa cuisine Location: Located in the middle of Phuket Island and
• Wellness centre surrounded by verdant woods and watercourses flowing through
• Wedding service mountain on Chaofa Road.
For taxi: อยู่บนถนนเจ้าฟ้าตะวันตก ทางขวามือก่อนถึงวัดฉลอง
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Home
& Décor
Décor Mother and Child Accent
Items This metal “Object d’art” represents
a memorable moment of mother and
child. Lively and full of happiness, the
piece is ideal to afford grace and
interest to any room. Let the emotion
infect you.
Recommended Items
Tropical
Luxury
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& Décor
Glazed Ceramic Pottery Vase Décor
Adorable black and white glazed ceramic Items
vase. Unassuming but nevertheless striking,
it combines an earth toned floral aspect to
add interest and depth to your surroundings.
Mosaic Table
Supreme in quality and design, this
solid and elegant mosaic table is an
excellent choice for any home
offering both functionality and
modernity.
Cozy Company
Bamboo Floor Lamp 1/1 Lagoon Rd., Cherngtalay,
A contemporary design of floor lamp, this Thalang, Phuket Thailand 83110
piece has a chrome base and a bamboo column Tel: +66 (0) 76 270 847
enclosing a white linen insert. The bamboo Fax: +66 (0) 76 270 633
enhances the distinct feel of the tropics while Mobile: +66 (0) 81 970 8272
Email: cozy_company@yahoo.com
the linen insert gives a diffused, soft lighting
effect.
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Décor
Index Phuket Awnings Services Co., Ltd.
Awning 33/3 Moo 5, Vichitsongkram Rd., Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 234 938 Fax: +66 (0) 76 234 939 Mobile: +66 (0) 81 788 1639
Email: sunshadesystems@yahoo.com Website: www.phuketawnings.com
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Décor
Wah Estate Company Limited Index
92/28 Moo 6, Soi Namtok Kathu, Kathu, Phuket 83120 Thailand Interior
Tel: +66 (0) 76 202 959 Fax: +66 (0) 76 202 834 Design
Mobile: +66 (0) 87 279 0001 (24hrs)
Email: info@wahestate.com Website: www.wahestate.com
Services provided include: constructional administration, architectural services, interior design, legal advice,
and sales and marketing management. Individual team members have experience with various highly
successful projects including; Two Villas, West Sands and Royal Phuket Marina. A multi discipline approach
allows ‘Wah Estate’ to produce coordinated, integrated, and functional designs which satisfy every client’s
individual requirements.
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• Graphic design Patong
Sapam
• Legal advice
Beach
Phuket City Wat Kathu
Kathu
Karon
Beach
Phuket Town Rasada
Contact us via: Tel: +66 (0) 76 240 991-2 Fax: +66 (0) 76 241 287
Email: legendhillphuket@gmail.com Website: www.baanrommai.net
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Phuket Park Co.,Ltd. 161/1 Moo 5, Thepkrasattri Rd., Srisoontorn, Thalang
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The Legend Hill Phuket, the follow-on
luxury villa project to the famous and
successful ‘Baan Rommai Chailay’
Chayika
“Now, you are not just selling the
house anymore. Major developers
are leaning towards a ‘mixed-use
estate’ where all facilities are
Wongnapachant
available on the doorstep. For
example, a marina, hotel,
restaurants, schools, perhaps a golf
Shinawatra Home’s Deputy Managing Director course, maybe even a convention
center. In Dubai, where there
is a great deal of construction,
T
he Dalaaburi is the first that Dalaaburi is proud of its developers are integrating with
residential-commercial “outdoor living area that allows shopping malls and hotels etc.
project by Shin Home and the residents to appreciate more In many cases it is the hotels
is a luxury development the beauty of the surroundings themselves that have supplanted
on an area of 13 rai in Phuket and, like the bedrooms and dining the developers and this concept
Town. The president of Shin room, it is also designed to gives a level of hospitality and
Home is Yowvares Shinawatra, maximize the view. Another selling service, apart from one or two
but its deputy, with specific feature is the fact that access is exceptions, hitherto unexplored
responsibility for the venture, strictly private and there will be in Phuket. I foresee that this
is Chayika Wongnapachant with only 23 homes on 13 rai giving concept may well be the future.”
whom Phuketindex.com spent a plenty of space; it is not a high
day discussing the project and density or large estate.” “The small developers will have to
her views on the future of the face a huge amount of competition
industry in Phuket. Dealing with current economic from such models and it will be
downturn harder to survive, but cooperation
Dalaaburi’s selling point will be the solution.”
“We have had to slow down and
Besides a design concept that reevaluate our operation in the Phuketindex.com thanks to Khun
focuses on function and multi- present difficult climate in order Chayika and wishes her all the
propose, Khun Chayika revealed to find the best working solution best for her first project.
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Boutique Golf Villa At Phuket Country Club
Boutique Golf Villa exclusively offers 7 two-storey pool villas in the middle of beautiful
golf course – Phuket Country Club.
Specious and stylish, the villas are designed under a large open plan concept to
maximize advantages of tropical climate and the greenery atmosphere. Setting in
peaceful environment amidst the natural embrace, Boutique Golf Villa boasts absolute
fairway frontage that ensures obstacles will never block your golf course view.
Come in a choice of either 3 or 4 bedrooms with private spacious 4x15 metre swimming
pool and Jacuzzi including fully fitted modern style premium kicthen. The villas’ price
starting from 24.8 Million Baht.
For those seeking for ultimate golfing inspired experience or a valued investment,
look no further than Boutique Golf Villa.
Land
& Property Cherng’ Lay Villas & Condos
Ind e x
25 Moo 3, Surin Beach, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Development
Tel: +66 (0) 76 271 077, Fax: +66 (0) 76 271 078
Email: info@phuketasialand.com Website: www.phuketasialand.com
Beach
ep
School
Kr
4025
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No. of bathroom: 2-3 Wat Choeng Thalay
Rd
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Phuket City
To Surin Beach Great Glove(Thailand)
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Facilities:
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Icon Park & Property
45/11 Moo 4, Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand Index
Tel: +66 (0) 76 385 785 Fax: +66 (0) 76 279 225 Development
Sales: +66 (0) 86 301 8352, +66 (0) 89 886 4043
Email: info@phuketplus.co.th
Website: www.phuketplus.co.th, www.icon-park.com
• Swimming pool with Jacuzzi and sun deckKaron Kamala Bay Terrace Resort Nak
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Land
& Property
In d e x Oceanic Global Estate
Development 9/52 Moo 9, Chaofa (East) Rd., Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83100, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 283 446 Fax: +66 (0) 76 283 447
Email: info@oceanic-global.com Website: www.oceanic-global.com
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Unit size: 70-106 sq.m.
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No. of bathroom: 1-2
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• Pool and pool deck
Soi Hi
Beach
4025
• CCTV
4025
Kamala
Beach
• Security 24/7
Kata
Kata N
- Sa
• Ample car parking
Patong
Beach
i Yuan
Beach
• Optional furniture package Karon
Beach Kata Ocean View Condominium To Sai Yuan
• Daily maid service available Kata
Beach
• Professional management team Location: Kata Hill
For taxi: กะตะโอเชี่ยนวิวคอนโดมิเนียม ตั้งอยูบ่ ริเวณหนา้ หาดกะตะ
Price: Starts from 4.9 Million Baht
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Land
& Property La Colline
Ind e x
Phuket Sale Office
Development
3/10-11 Moo 1, Srisoontorn Rd., Cherngtalay, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 271 770-1 Fax: +66 (0) 76 271 783
Mobile: +66 (0) 81 862 0808
Email: info@property55.com Website: www.property55.com
La Colline is a perfect setting of pure serenity, utmost privacy and unrivalled natural beauty.
Mai Khao
ttri R
No. of bedrooms: 3 - 4
Laya
No. of bathrooms: 3 - 4 inc powder rooms La Colline
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Facilities:
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Pranangsang
4025
anot
4025
Banyan Tree
• Fitness temple
Kamala
Beach Phuket Ba
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ayan Rd.
• Hammam (Turkish bath)
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Bangkok Sale Office Index
45/5 Soi Sukhumvit 59, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Development
Tel: +66 (0) 2 714 3901
Escape to Eternity
La Colline is located in Layan and benefits form a
peaceful and picturesque setting as well as beautiful
panoramic views. Strategically located, La Colline is
an exceptionally well designed project with striking
architecture. Each Villa gives off an aura of
complete relaxation and quality upon embracing
your very first steps.
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Land
& Property Phuket Villa Patong Beach
In d e x
190 Sai Kor Rd., Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83120 Thailand
Development
Tel: +66 (76) 342 738 Fax: +66 (76) 342 739
Email: sales-patong@phuketvilla.com
Website: www.phuketvillapatong.com
Mai Khao
ra
bar
Beach
Total no. of units: 201 Airport
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• Wireless internet
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• 24-hrs securities
• CCTV
Location: Located nearest to Jungceylon Shopping Centre
• Key card access
within 5 minutes walk to Patong Beach.
Price: 3.6 - 7.45 Million Baht For taxi: โครงการตั้งอยู่บนถนนหลังศูนย์การค้าจังซีลอน ป่าตอง
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Surin Apartments Condominium & Property
Index
25 Moo 3, Surin Beach, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand
Development
Tel: +66 (0) 76 271 077, Fax: +66 (0) 76 271 078
Email: info@phuketasialand.com Website: www.phuketasialand.com
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Total land area of project: 3 rai
Mai Khao
lay
Beach Bang Tao Beach Pha
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Total no. of units: 18 studio type units, 4 one Srisoontho
n Rd.
bedroom units, 11 two bedroom units and To Heroines’ Monument
2 three bedroom units Amanpuri
Kamala
nth d.
Beach Srisoo on R
Patong
Facilities: Beach
Phuket City Surin
• A community pool with Jacuzzi Beach
• 24 hr security services Karon
Beach Surin Apartments Condominium
• Fitness centre To Kamala
• Bar, Lounge
Location: Located in Surin on approximately 400 metres, easy
• Tour-desk
walking distance from one of Phuket finest beach, Surin Beach.
• Housekeeping service
For taxi: ขับตามถนนศรีสุนทร-หาดสุรินทร์ อพารต
์ เมนท์ อยูด่ า้ นซา้ ยมือ
Price: Starting from 2.4 Million Baht กอ่ นถึงทางแยกเขา้ หนา้ หาดประมาณ 400 เมตร
Remark: We have the chanotes for all the apartments already,
ready for transfer to foreigners at the Land Deparment.
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Land
& Property Tewana Home Project
In d e x
Soi Bannachai, Chaofa West Rd. (Soi 77), Chalong, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Development
Tel: +66 (0) 81 492 6883 Email: vchai2000@hotmail.com
Website: http://unclechaihome.com/tewana0205.htm
It’s all about simplicity and living amongst greenery in your own private space.
No. of bedroom: 3 t)
Rd
. Phuket Villa 2
4025
t)
4025
• Landscaped garden
as
Kamala
Baan Chalong School
(E
Beach
fa
Patong
To Cape Phanwa
• Wi-fi internet
• Telephone Location: Located in the Chalong area.
For taxi: โครงการตั้งอยูใ่ นซอยบา้ นนา้ ชัย ถนนเจา้ ฟ้าตะวันตก
Price: Starting from 9.5 Million Baht
according plot size and location
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& Property
The Regent Index
57/4 Moo 4, Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83150, Thailand Development
Mobile: +66 (0) 89 921 9983 (Thai), +66 (0) 89 921 9986 (Eng)
Tel: +66 (0) 76 385 441 Fax: +66 (0) 76 385 442
Email: info@theregentphuket.com Website: www.theregentphuket.com
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& Property
In d e x Phuket Search Land & Development
Agent 22/18 Luangphor-watchalong Rd., Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 86 593 4023, +66 (0) 76 219 768 Fax: +66 (0) 76 210 498
Email: phuketsearchland@hotmail.com Website: www.phuketsearchland.com
4025
Kamala
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& Property
Tewana Land Index
Near Loch Palm Golf Club, Vichitsongkram Rd., Kathu, Agent
Phuket 83120, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 81 492 6883 Email: vchai2000@hotmail.com
Mai Khao
sa
Beach
services and other civic amenities
ttri
Airport
Ko Kaew
Rd
nearby.
.
Ko Kaew
House plan and house Tewana Land Wat
Rasadaram
d.
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Bang Tao
construction by professional
kia
Beach
Loch Palm
Pra
Golf Club
Team, Tewana Project are
4025
m
To Kathu
4025
loe
Kamala
Beach Waterfall
Cha
Kathu
Karon
Beach
Phuket Town Rasada
Location: The land plot is just next to Loch Palm Golf Club in
Kathu District.
For taxi: ที่ดินอยูต
่ ิดกับล็อคปาลม์ กอลฟ์ คลับและสนามกอลฟ์ เรดเมาทเ์ ทน
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Stylish Condo Living Kathu Phuket
Highlighting tropical style living, The White House is a low-rise condominium
right across from open space for inspiring views and lots of sunlight.
Well crafted, fully equipped and stylishly designed.
From 5.9 million baht to move in.
Icon Park
45/11 Moo 4, Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand
www.phuketplus.co.th, www.icon-park.com
info@phuketplus.co.th
Tel: +66 (0) 76 385 785 Fax: +66 (0) 76 279 225
Sales: +66 (0) 86 301 8352, +66 (0) 89 886 4043
Recreation
& Rooms
GM
Talk
F
or the edification those who want something
a little different, somewhere that combines
seclusion and serenity in a villa style resort
hotel right on the beach, Phuketindex.com
recently visited The Vijitt Resort Phuket,
perhaps the epitome of this type of hotel, to meet
the General Manager, Mr James Sullivan-Tailyour.
James
“Focusing the whole team on the concept that they
are part of the customer experiences in everything
they do - it all comes down to the guest and what
he or she wants, not what we want. From a staff
Sullivan
perspective fairness is important, as is leading from
the front. We want our staff to enjoy working here
and to feel that they are part of a family.”
Tailyour
Have you ever been afraid to open a new hotel?
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La Flora Resort Patong
…Beachfront bliss embraces at your stay…
Discover contemporary design, only a step to the beach, features truly relaxing Pool Villa,
Pool Access, Surface Bar with panoramic views and indulge yourself throughout lifestyle
entertainment in tropical paradise on Patong Beach.
P
atong is probably the most famous of all of
Phuket’s famous places to visit. Approximately
20 minutes from Phuket town and 40 minutes
from the airport, it nestles around a beautiful
bay surrounded by hills and looking down from
these hills it appears to be quite self sustaining. Growing
form a small fishing village, not too may years ago, the
4 km long beach is one of the safest places in Phuket in
which to swim.
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Holiday
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Ze n i t h
Hol i d a y
If you take full advantage (or even well with all facilities to make your stay
a small portion) of everything that is comfortable and content. The furniture is
on offer you will need a good place of a high quality and the rooms are well
to lay down your weary head. equipped with European and American
Somewhere safe, quiet and comfortable fixtures, a fully outfitted modern
and BYD Lofts offers just such a kitchen, a 42 inch plasma TV including
venue in a slightly quieter part of DVD player, free internet access,
town. Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road is the a huge balcony and amenities that are
first major north-south road inland replaced every day as part of the service.
from the beach Road and traveling There is no sea view unfortunately,
south, the only way possible on this but there is a beautiful roof top
one way street, they are situated in an swimming pool to sit around and enjoy
international arcade on the right hand the sun, and it is only 5-10 minutes
side between Chaloem Phrakiat Road walk to the beach and all that that has
and Haad Patong Road, just opposite to offer.
the Andaman Beach Suites.
The apartments are tastefully decorated
Entering this Belgian owned 4-story with canvas paintings hanging on the
apartment building you will be surprised walls and ‘objects d’art’ stylishly laid
at the ambience. There are two types out. The idea is to make you feel like
of accommodation available: one or these rooms are your home, whether
two bedroom suites, each furnished your stay is long or short. If you take a
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liking to any of the paintings, and would like to Zenith
buy one (or more) to take home with you, they Holiday
are for sale. Most are by a popular local artist,
Khun Suthirak Chantragun, and contact details
are available. If this work is not to your taste,
fear not, there are many other art shops and
galleries in the local area, one of which will
probably catch your eye.
BYD Lofts
5/28 Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Rd., Patong Beach,
Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 343 024-5
Fax: +66 (0) 76 343 028
Email: info@bydlofts.com
Website: www.bydlofts.com
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& Rooms
Ze n i t h
Hol i d a y
A
re you looking for the perfect
spa vacation right in the center
of one of the most famous
tourist attractions in Phuket?
Or maybe the convenience of
an oasis of tranquility in a location right
next to a modern shopping center? Or
perhaps the perfect place to start married
life on your honeymoon? Whatever your
desires you need look no further than
the Millennium Resort Patong, Phuket;
a Five-Star hotel that has everything to
make your holiday, alone, as a couple,
or as a family, just perfect.
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Zenith
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Fun ‘ N ’
Frolic
Phunaka
Driving Range
out just like a real course with
proper greens and flag pins at
75, 125, 150,200, 225,250 and
330 yards. Thus it is possible to
simulate actual play ranging from
driving, through approach shots,
T
to pitching on with a range of
he new Phunaka that it is unlike any other clubs by targeting, one by one
Golf Academy is a range hitherto available in obviously, a realistic green. In
high quality driving the south. The business end a way, it is like playing a round
range and 9-hole is 170 yards wide with 56 without the walk.
golf course designed to benefit driving bays, and the driving
all levels of player. It is also area 320 yards long. It’s Each bay will be fitted with an
the first golf centre in the south not the biggest in the world artificial grass mat eradicating
of Phuket Island. therefore, but more than enough slippage and giving a firm stance
to brush up on those long for each shot. Technology plays
Designed by John Morrow after drives and shorter iron shots. its part and you can elect to
examples set by Tiger Woods and Besides, what it lacks is size place the ball yourself or have
Jack Nicklaus, the Phunaka is is more than compensated one of those awfully clever auto-
not open yet but already promises for in layout and quality, and matic ball droppers do it for you.
to be a first class short course it is, undoubtedly, better
and driving range. The par 3 than shooting into a net. Clearly you would not play a
course itself will be floodlit, proper round of golf with a sub-
allowing play after office hours Here you can see your ball land standard ball (at least, we hope
and well into darkness. on the ground in a simulated you wouldn’t!), so at Phunaka
actual course. The landing area all of the range balls will be of
The driving range is perhaps is unobstructed by yardage a high quality so that a realistic
the Piece de Resistance in markers but instead is laid trajectory in height, distance
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Index Indigo Pearl
Resort & H o t e l Nai Yang Beach and National Park, Phuket, 83110 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 327 006, +66 (0) 76 327 015 Fax: +66 (0) 76 327 338-9
Email: info@indigo-pearl.com, reservations@indigo-pearl.com
Website: www.indigo-pearl.com
Indigo Pearl:
‘Where Contemporary Style meets Modernity’
The winner of ‘Best Design Concept Hotel and Resort’ in Southeast Asia in the prestigious annual Hospitality Asia
Platinum Awards (HAPA 2008-2010). Come and immerse yourself in this unique experience at Indigo Pearl.
Encounter Phuket’s collective imagination with an eclectic blend of inspired rooms, spa’s and dining venues.
Imaginative design conspires with intriguing detail to ensure a first class luxury resort destination. Everything
you need is here, be it for a business meeting
or that perfect vacation getaway.
To Phang-Nga
4025
Kamala
• Kids club
Beach
The
Phuket City
Indigo Pearl
• Florist
tri Rd.
• Shopping boutiques
• Library with internet access Location: Indigo Pearl is located along Nai Yang Beach on
• Yoga pavilion Phuket’s northwest shore, adjacent to Sirinath National Park and
• Fitness centre only 10 minutes from Phuket International Airport.
• Thai boxing For taxi: โรงแรมอินดิโก้เพิร์ลตั้งอยู่บนถนนสู่สนามบินนานาชาติภูเก็ต ใกล้กับ
อุทยานแห่งชาติสิรินาถ
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La Flora Resort Patong Index
39 Taweewong Rd., Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand Resort & Hotel
Tel: +66 (0) 76 344 241 Fax: +66 (0) 76 344 251
Email: info@laflorapatong.com Website: www.laflorapatong.com
experience.
Airport
Kalim Beach
Ph
No. of rooms: 67
ra
bar
Facilities:
a mi
aram
4025
i Rd
• Spa and Thai traditional massage .
4025
R
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ni
d
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• Business centre
Patong
ara
g Rd
Pi R
Beach it K
Phuket City Patong Beach Phis
iwon
2 00
• Meeting rooms
La Flora Resort Patong
Rd.
hit
w
• Limousine service
Tha
U-T
i
NaNa
Karon
Beach
t-
Ra
• Doctor on call
• Restaurant and bar Location: Located at the edge of Patong Beach 3 minutes from
the famous Bangla Rd.
For taxi: ลาฟลอร่ารีสอร์ทป่าตองตั้งอยู่บนถนนทวีวงศ์ บริเวณหน้าหาด
ป่าตอง ห่างจากซอยบางลาเพียงไม่กี่ร้อยเมตร
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In d e x Twinpalms Phuket
Resort & H o t e l 106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Rd., Cherngtalay Phuket 83110
Tel: +66 (0) 76 316 500 Fax: +66 (0) 76 316 599
Email: book@twinpalms-phuket.com Website: www.twinpalms-phuket.com
No. of rooms: 97
To Laguna Phuket
Facilities: Mai Khao
So i
Che
n gt a
lay
• Water garden Beach
Airport
Bang Tao Beach Pha
ttan
a
• Fitness centre Srisoontho
n Rd.
• Library To Heroines’ Monument
• Spa Amanpuri
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Integram Holiday Villa
Rental
50/25 Chaofa Rd., Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 248 911
Email: info@layanvilla.com Website: www.layanvilla.com
Th
• Car park
4025
e
Kamala
pk
• Swimming pool
as
Beach
edtri Rd.
Patong
Beach
Phuket City
Karon
Beach
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Service
& Business
Keym a n
Talk
Julian Henco
Sales Director Emerging Markets of Hansgrohe Group, Middle East, Asia, Africa
M
ost people ignore the bathroom, Hansgrohe’s: Concept and Design
because it is a functional room Hansgrohe luxury sanitary products have four
tucked away in the corner of most brands including Hansgrohe, Axor, Pharo and
homes. Some however see it as their Pontos. Many of which are the creations of the
first priority. They value it because it is where well-known designers Philippe Starck, Antonio
they start their day and where they also spend Citterio Jean-Marie Massaud and Phoenix Design.
a lot of time cleansing their bodies and relaxing.
Hansgrohe products use environmentally compatible
To keep up with the increasing importance of the materials which conserve resources and facilitate
bathroom the sanitary ware industry has been disposal. Though functional and aesthetically
steadily growing year after year especially in pleasing, the products are nevertheless designed
areas where the property market has boomed. to last a life time and delight users. Elegance
Hansgrohe is one company which specializes and Style, to meet user individual needs and
in catering to the high-end property and resort preferences are the keystones of Hansgrohe
market and Phuketindex.com was given the designs.
opportunity to talk with Khun Julian Henco,
Sales Director Emerging Markets of Hansgrohe Hansgrohe: Green
Group, Middle East, Asia, Africa. Hansgrohe focused on environmental issues long
before “Green” became fashionable. Indeed in
Handgrohe’s: Inspiration 1989 it appointed an Environmental Officer and
Julian thinks that recent innovations and creativity started implementing environmentally friendly
in sanitary ware products will have a significant concepts in manufacturing practices and products.
effect upon everyone’s life. He believes, for It even has its own ‘ green’ product line ‘EcoRight’
example, that taking a bath or having a shower and continues to develop products that offer
using high quality and well designed sanitary exceptional performance whilst reducing their
products is an excellent way of releasing tension impact on the environment.
before a stressful day or after a busy and hectic
one. Hansgrohe provides showers to soothe the Meet Hansgrohe at its showroom in Decor Mart
senses through a combination of perfect design Phuket located almost opposite Central Festival
and technology. Phuket in Phuket Town.
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Prompt Techno Service Co., Ltd. Head Office: Index
40/14 Moo 12 BangKaew Engineering
96/19 Moo 1, Kathu, Phuket 83120
BangPlee Samutprakarn 10540 Consultant
Tel: +66 (0) 76 249 252 Fax: +66 (0) 76 249 343 Tel: +66 (0) 23 120 266-73
Mobile: +66 (0) 81 084 5522, +66 (0) 81 852 0391 Fax: +66 (0) 23 120 264
E-mail: pts_phuket@hotmail.com www.prompt1992.com
Operation & Maintenance: To maintain and operate the utility equipment in the building with experienced
technicians with preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
Service Maintenance: To maintain the equipment
with the preventive maintenance program
and to standby 24 Hrs for emergency cases. MaiBeach Khao
Airport
Prompt Techno Service Co., Ltd.
Engineering Assistant/Consultant: To advise
and find out the engineering solutions with Yaowar
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Open: 09.00-06.00 p.m. Location: From Tesco Lotus intersection, it’s on By-pass road,
Close: Saturday-Sunday Prompt Techno Service office is located in the commercial
building in front of the Royal Place Condominium.
For taxi: จากสี่แยกโลตัส ออกสู่ถนนบายพาส พร้อม เทคโน เซอร์วิส
อยู่ทางซ้ายมือบริเวณตึกเดอะ รอยัล เพลส
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& Business Namsang Generator Bangkok (Phuket) Co., Ltd.
Ind e x 19/26-27 Moo 2 Chaofa Road, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000
Genera t o r Tel: +66(0) 76 264 353-4 Fax: +66(0) 76 264 630
Mobile: 081 866 5743 Email: nsgphuket@yahoo.com
• Air compressors
• Electric and engine welders Bang Tao
Beach
4025
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Andaman Business Express Co., Ltd. & Business
BigMove Phuket Index
PACKING MOVING STORAGE EXHIBITION LOGISTICS TRANSPORT 11/14-15 Moo 1, Chaofa Rd., Chalong, Muang, Phuket 83130
Tel: +66 (0) 76 263 987, +66 (0) 76 263 989 Fax: +66 (0) 76 263 424 Logistic
Mobile: +66 (0) 81 797 5377, +66 (0) 81 477 0669
Email: 123@bigmovephuket.com, shipping@ji-net.com
Website: www.bigmovephuket.com
Big Move Phuket has its own specialized staff that was trained by our parent company, Big Move Bangkok,
before starting work here in Phuket. To ensure we give you customer satisfaction, we also offer a full
consultancy service before you made any
decision. You can visit our offices at any
time to assess our competence and have Mai Khao
Phuket Villa 5
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Model: Sarah Bergekrans
Clothes: Marina Point (In front of Junceylon
Patong, Phuket) Tel: +66 (0) 76 344 126
Location: The Siam Supper Club (Laguna Entrance,
Cherngtalay, Phuket) Tel: +66 (0) 76 270 936
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Vehicle
& Technology
Ind e x Charter Bus (Phuket) Co., Ltd.
Bus Char t e r CHARTER BUS (PHUKET) 19/26 Moo 2 Chaofa Rd., Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: +66(0) 76 375 834, +66(0) 76 375 835 Fax: +66(0) 76 264 705
Mobile: 084 690 7187
Email: charterbusphuket@hotmail.com
the future!!
Bang Tao
Kamala
Beach Charter Bus (Phuket) Wat Thepnimit
Services: Patong
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Phuket City
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H3 Digital – Smart Homes Index
19/7 Moo 7 Srisoonthorn Road, Srisoonthorn, Thalang Phuket 83110 Home
Tel: +66 (0) 76 620 116-7 Fax: +66 (0) 76 620 028 Automation
Email: info@h3-digital.com Website: www.h3-digital.com
Bang Tao
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Raoatulsolihin Moaque
as
4025
4025
Kamala
scene, illuminating the room to your mood, Sri Supphaluk Orchid
d.
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People
“The Quo t e ”
theguys
Press play with
I t’s PARTY time! Forget work, forget stress, forget duty, and
forget responsibility. Time to relax, let the music begin, bring out
the eats, uncork the champagne, come on with the dancing girls.
The time is here to let your hair down and in Phuket there are so
many ways to do it we thought we’d ask for some advice.
Special Thanks:
Dresses & Shoes:
Location: Cape Sienna Phuket Tel: +66 (0) 76 337 300
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People
“The Quote”
Ekapol Tharasiriroj:
Deputy Managing Director of
Phuket International Hospital
Special Thanks: Dresses & Shoes: , Location: Cape Sienna Phuket Tel: +66 (0) 76 337 300
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People
“The Quo t e ”
Nathanial Bibby:
Sales Director of Richmond Group
Special Thanks: Dresses & Shoes: , Location: Cape Sienna Phuket Tel: +66 (0) 76 337 300
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“The Quote”
Antonie Polfliet:
The Bell Pool Villa Resort
Special Thanks: Dresses & Shoes: , Location: Cape Sienna Phuket Tel: +66 (0) 76 337 300
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People
Posh L i f e
PamukePresident
Achariyachai
of Kata Group
Honorary Consul-General
of Finland in Phuket
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buildings were little more than woven Kandaburi Resort and Spa on Koh travel agents are also Posh Life
lattice work made from bamboo and Samui, thus progressing from the involved and some-
were in reality little more than a bungalows - a tiny 9 room concern times there is a failure
place to sleep with a common - to a company offering over 1,000 of communication.
bathroom for guests to share.” hotel rooms in total. We have not When that happens,
stopped expanding but because of it is the response of our staff that is
“Fortunately for me my the present economic downturn we critical in dealing with the situation.
catchphrase of ‘Nothing between have had to put the brakes on our We do not seek out someone to
you and the Sea’ seemed to be just ambitions for the time being.” blame. We actively take steps to
exactly what backpackers wanted. resolve the situation to the customer’s
All visitors seemed to leave with Success does not come by satisfaction. Public relations is
a good impression and upon their chance everything and a good impression
return to their homelands gave us is vital.”
good write ups in magazines and “When I took over the bungalows I
books. This helped a lot to put us worked extremely hard to build up “Actually, hospitality is not a mystery.
‘on the map’ and the power of word of the business. I ate and slept there, All you need to do is put your heart
mouth is still the best advertisement learned new crafts as I went along, into it, get close to your guests,
in any business. Our bungalows and took care of almost everything anticipate their needs with care and
started at 40 Baht per night but myself with only 4 -5 staff. It was attention to detail, and to act
steadily increased to 550 Baht a challenge, but I built up personal positively and decisively when a
per night.” relationships with the guests and problem crops up. People often wonder
treated them as friends, a philosophy at our success. It’s simple; just
The Kata Group was formed I hold to this day.” follow the rules set out above.”
8-9 years later
“We have been in this business for Apart from his business profile,
“Later, I was able to buy the land almost 30 years now and I believed getting married to Tunyaratt
and, using a loan I had secured, at the start and continue to believe Achariyachai, a genuine Phuketian
decided to replace the bungalows that human resource is the key to and our first female senator,
with my first building project, success. We are here to provide a has made Khun Pamuke’s life
the ‘Kata Beach Resort’. This was service and it is people who give a even more remarkable and
followed by the ‘Karon Inn’, later service to people. Understand that Phuketindex.com continued with
renamed as the ‘Orchid Resort and concept and success will follow.” another aspect of his existence:
Spa’, and continued with the ‘Karon his personal and family life.
Beach Resort’ which rose like a “In the hospitality business, it is not
phoenix from the former Kata Inn just you, me, the guests and the hotel; Khun Pamuke did not marry until he
85. Most recently we completed the other business partners such as was 38, and it was a few years after
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People
Posh L i f e
You and your son have a large age gap, how do you
cope with the difference?
“I hope he will concentrate on business “Up until recent years I have worked very hard to get
administration and that seems to be what he also where I am today. Now that things are running more
wants. I do not insist that he comes back to become smoothly, I have time for myself and it is travel that
an hotelier, but if he wants to, it will be good from I enjoy most. I am also very lucky in that my wife takes
our point of view. If he does not want to, my wife good care of me, especially with regard to our diet.
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Charity
Phuket
Sunshine Village
T
he Phuket Sunshine Village Foundation was established
A Home for after the tsunami disaster hit Asia in 2004 to provide a
Just after the disaster, the Lions Club Phuket Andaman Sea
Branch got a donation from the global Lions Club and other
organizations around the world. As well as providing immediate
help to victims, serious thought was given as how to provide
long-term sustainable help and finally the club committee decided
co-operate with the Child-Watch Phuket Association to build a
children’s village for the orphans and other children in need.
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full responsibility for the construction of the village Phuket Sunshine Village is a non profit making organization
and it was therefore possible to ensure that all of which is dedicated solely to helping these youngsters to
the money from fund raising would go directly to the grow up to be strong young men and women. It opened
children. on 29th June 2007 and although sufficiently funded at the
moment, in the long term more money will be required
The village itself consists of six double villas each through child sponsorship and donations. If you think
designed to accommodate a ‘family’ consisting of you can help, in any way, please contact the Foundation
8 to 10 children of various ages. Each villa has its through any of the media given below.
‘mother’ and in this way a traditional Thai family
atmosphere is created with the children being cared
for 24 hours a day. Donation Account Details:
Kasikorn Bank - Phuket City SWIFT CODE: KASITHBK
As well as receiving a basic education, the children Account Name: Phuket Sunshine Village Foundation
are encouraged and given the opportunity to participate Account No: 102-2-00125-4
in other activities. Courses, for example in English Phuket Sunshine Village Foundation
and Chinese, are sometimes provided by Child- 15/20 Soi Namnungjaidiew, Moo 1, Tiampracha Uthit Rd.,
Watch which specializes in such spheres. Discipline, Koh Sireh, Rassada, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand
self reliance, moral practices and social behavior Tel: +66 (0) 76 252 204 Fax: +66 (0) 76 252 204
are engendered throughout. E-mail: info@phuketsunshinevillage.org
Website: www.phuketsunshinevillage.org
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