Phuket.com Magazine Newsletter - March 2008

Hidden Gems in Phuket

Sawasdee khrup! Welcome to Phuket.Com Magazine's March edition. This month's theme is 'Hidden Gems in Phuket' and in this issue we explore Phuket's waterfalls, review the aptly named Secret Cliff Resort and give you 10 reasons why to stay at two of the island's best resorts.

On the gastronomic side we have our usual guest chef and his recipe along with reviews of two fantastic but little-known French and Italian eateries – L'Orféo and La Gaetana. We also feature a gem of a day out – a Koh Khai Island half day tour by speedboat. Speaking of tours, Phuket.Com's very own top ten tours is in this edition, all of which have been voted by you, our readers.

Find out what's new and what's happening in paradise in our news section and stay in touch with all things to do with Phuket in this, our March edition of Phuket.Com Magazine.

10 reasons to stay at:

Word of the 'Evason experience' is spreading throughout the travel industry and The Evason Phuket in Southern Phuket is a wonderful testament. Read more...

10 reasons to choose:

Moevenpick Resort & Spa is located in Karon Beach, a 5km stretch of fine white sand and clear tropical sea. The name Moevenpick is synonymous with Swiss hospitality. Read more...

How does a good hotel manage to keep the whole family content for days on end? Through a combination of good service, interesting activities with attractive accommodation, that's how. Here are our Top Ten family hotels. Read more...

The Secret Cliff Resort and Restaurant has one major advantage over its competitors – its seascape views are out of this world.

This must be the only spot with a vista that embraces the west coast of Phuket all the way from Relax Bay to Kata Noi, taking in Karon, Kata and the recently constructed hilltop Big Buddha above Kata.

Such panorama is priceless and with its hillside location all the resort had to do was to fit into the grand scheme of Mother Nature's set up and has done so very well.
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This month we go continental with two wonderful restaurants, L'Orféo in Nai Harn at the foot of the island and La Gaetana in Phuket Town. Both feature distinctive food – French International at L'Orféo and Italian fine dining at La Gaetana and both have fabulous interiors. Join Sam Wilkinson for some fantastic food and wonderful ambience. Read more...

Phuket has so much to see, visit and experience that it takes a good tactician to take it all in and plan ahead. Introducing Phuket.com's Top Ten Tours. Here you'll have a preview of the hottest tours available with a brief description of what they're about. Enjoy!. Read more...

Koh Khai Nok is a small island tucked away in Phang Nga Bay. It's only 30 minutes or so away from the east coast of Phuket but ask anyone on the island if they've been there and you will probably draw a blank stare.
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In February, 5,000 cotton shopping bags were distributed to 30 Patong hotels as part of a drive to reduce the number of plastic bags used in Patong. The project, known as “Be Clean Be Love for Patong Beach”, is organised by the Patong Hotels Association (PHA).
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Scheduled to open on April 1 this year, La Flora Resort is right on the edge of Patong Beach, next to the Impiana Phuket Cabana Resort. La Flora has 67 rooms and villas, all designed in contemporary style and ranging from the Deluxe room at 43 square metres to the 169-square-metre Beach Grand Pool Villa. Read more...

It's rare to see a Thai family spend a day out on a west coast beach if the sun is shining, so where do they go? The answer is to Phuket's shadier east coast beaches, the parks and the waterfalls. This is where to really cool off and socialize, Thai-style. The three best-known waterfalls in Phuket are Bang Pae, Ton Sai and Kathu Waterfall. A lesser-known one is just by Ao Yon Noi Beach, near Cape Panwa. Read more...

Secret Cliff Resort
Karon Beach

Secret Cliff Resort opened in 2007 and lies hidden in a luxurious hillside rainforest setting overlooking the Andaman Sea between Patong Beach and Karon Beach.

Prepaid Saver Rates
THB 2,150 / night (US$ 68*)
01 May – 31 Oct ’08

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Best Western Premier Supalai - Ao Po

The Best Western Premier Supalai Resort & Spa is a four star resort & spa hotel located near the Gulf of Po with the best views overlooking Phuket.

Prepaid Saver Rates
THB 3,300 / night (US$ 104*)
16 Apr – 31 Oct ’08

Andaman Seaview Hotel - Karon Beach

Small and luxury hotel, located in Karon Beach, Phuket Island. All 161 guest rooms are facing the sea. 3 minutes walking across the road is Karon beach.

Prepaid Saver Rates
THB 1,900 / night (US$ 60*)
21 Apr – 31 Oct ’08

Manathai Resort - Surin Beach

We trust that Manathai will provide all international and local travellers who visit the beautiful island of Phuket with a uniquely Thai experience.

Suite - Stay 3 Pay 2
THB 7,580 / night (US$ 237*)
21 Apr – 31 Oct ’08

* prices are nett and subject to exchange rate fluctuations

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