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PHUKET CELEBRATES
ONE YEAR LATER... PHUKET IS BACK IN BUSINESS. INTERNATIONAL
ANNOUNCEMENT OF TOURISM RESURGENCE ABOARD ROYAL PHUKET MARINA'S 'ANANTA'.
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| Royal Phuket Marina’s luxury charter yacht Ananta was
chosen as the venue for Phuket’s announce to the world
press that the island is back in business, just a year after the
tragic tsunami setback.
Around 50 representatives of the international and local
media were invited aboard on December 27, the day after
the anniversary of the tsunami, for a sumptuous Thai-style
buffet served to the backdrop of the stunning Phang Nga
Bay and chill-out music from DJ Tazz. |
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Journalists heard of Phuket’s amazingly rapid recovery from the disaster from the Governor of Phuket
Mr Udomsak Usawarangkura, Tourism Authority of Thailand Deputy Governor for Domestic Marketing
Mrs Juthaporn Rerngronasa, and Royal Phuket Marina developer Mr Gulu Lalvani.
All noted that Phuket's tourism was booming again – with hotels, guest-houses and restaurants packed for
the traditional Christmas high season, together with unprecedented real estate investment by overseas buyers.
As Mr Lalvani stated: "We gather here to celebrate and confirm to the world that Phuket continues to be a
world-class tourism destination."
The Governor of Phuket declared: “Starting from today, Phuket and the Andaman region will enjoy even more
prosperity and economic success, more fruitful tourism and much more growth -- once again regaining its
renowned reputation as one of the world’s Top Ten World Class Tourist Destinations." |
GULU LALVANI’S ANNUAL XMAS PARTY |
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In sumptuous style, Royal Phuket Marina developer, Gulu
Lalvani hosted his annual Christmas party at his Amanpuri
villa – the holiday home that began his love affair with Phuket.
One of the first investors in an Amanpuri villa, the original
flagship of Amanresorts, Mr Lalvani’s lavish holiday
celebrations have since become legendary and the event
on December 27 was no exception.
Around 120 international guests joined his family and close
friends beside the pool, under the stars, for the tropically-
themed party, complete with entertainment by DJ Josh Ezelle
of BED Supperclub in Bangkok. |
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OPENING OF LES ANGES GOURMET PATISSERIE |
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Setting the superb quality standard for the future of Royal Phuket
Marina’s bustling boardwalk, the gourmet patisserie Les Anges is
one of the first of many food & beverage outlets to open for business.
It has been opened by Peter Webber, who was formerly Executive
Pastry Chef at Bangkok’s Oriental Hotel and earlier at The Savoy in
London.
The boutique patisserie serves sublime cakes, pastries and
freshly-baked breads – with customised wedding and anniversary
cakes made to order.
You can enjoy a light lunch of pies, quiches and savoury tarts from
thegourmet Salad Bar or Sandwich Deli -- or indulge yourself with
homemade ice cream and chocolates.
Relax on the boardwalk over breakfast and a freshly-brewed
coffee, take a break for “marina afternoon tea”, or enjoy a glass of
champagne or fine wine at "sunset hour".
All delicacies may also be ordered for delivery to your door, or
packed in picnic baskets for an outing or special occasion.
Les Anges is open on the boardwalk from 7am - 10pm daily and now serving Phuket’s best Sunday Brunch. |
| You can contact Peter Webber at: peterw@royalphuketmarina.com or tel. +66 (0) 7636 0802-05 |
| Click here for more information on Les Anges. |
ROYAL PHUKET MARINA SPONSORS PHANG NGA BAY ‘FUN’ REGATTA, JANUARY 27 |
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In the wake of the international King's Cup, Royal Phuket Marina sponsored the 9th annual QBE Phang Nga Bay Regatta over Chinese New Year from January 27-31.
The marina hosted the opening night party for 300 yachtsmen, officials and guests on the eve of the “fun regatta”, as it is nicknamed, with a buffet dinner and entertainment by “Dusky Monkey” a Polynesian Dance troupe, fire spinners and the surprise of the night, a stunning firework display over the marina..
Royal Phuket Marina was also the nerve-centre of the event, with registration
on the RPM boardwalk and the
first race on the 28th starting in the channel just outside." |
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This year approximately 50 boats in five classes contested this year’s regatta and the organisers noted a
significant increase in overseas boats competing.
Over the four days, the regatta took the fleet to Koh Yao, Krabi, Phi Phi and then the final race back to Phuket
The 2006 event marks the final year of QBE Insurance’s wonderful support as Title Sponsor.
The event also served as a charity fundraiser for children’s projects in Phuket and Krabi.
If you are interested in taking part in next year’s regatta please contact the regatta organisers
at: info@bayregatta.com or www.bayregatta.com |
| Click here for more information on Regattas. |
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