Phuket Lifestyle News (Thailand)

Phuket-February 2012- Millennium Resort Patong Phuket (MRPP) invites you to celebrate the season of Love with our romantic candle light dinner by the pool on 14 February 2012.

Millennium Resort Patong Phuket (MRPP) recently organized the “Millennium Quiz Game”

Do you know there is big game in Phuket, Thailand? It's true. You can find wild boar, deer and even ostrich - if you know where to look.

Yesterday I went to see an apartment near Kamala on the West Coast of Phuket. The owner needs a quick sale, so the price is pretty good.

I love the local Phuket food. But I never really thought about where it came from until the other day.

You may be surprised to hear that Thailand has been chosen as the best country in the world for expats to live in.

If you really want to relax and unwind, there is no better place than Phang Nga Bay just off the East Coast of Phuket, Thailand.

A few days ago I went to a condo owners meeting in Phuket, Thailand. I don’t know about you, but I’m not a lover of meetings.

It is no accident that Patong is the most popular destination in Phuket, Thailand. The town has almost everything you could possibly want.

Well that's not quite true. But the point is, if you dream of living on a tropical island like Phuket, you probably want to be as close to the beach as you can.

Let's face it, when you get time to visit Phuket the last things you want to think about are staff problems, paying bills and who's meeting you at the airport.

I get to see a lot of Phuket property. Too often it’s the same old thing - just slightly different. It’s rare I see something which really stands out.

‘Boathouse’ is the new name for completely renovated Mom Tri’s Boathouse. Beachfront Boathouse Wine & Grill – a continuous winner of Thailand Tatler ‘Best Restaurants’ and Wine Spectator awards since 1995 – will keep its original name.

If you have ever thought about retiring, you’ve probably thought about where. Life in Phuket is a bit different to living in Hong Kong, Singapore or Bangkok.

Frog on a stick tastes a bit like chicken. It's barbecued at the roadside and served with chilli sauce.

Narong Pattamasaevi, Chairman, Montara Hospitality Holdings Co. Ltd., has announced Marie Laure Fleury will be appointed General Manager of Boathouse, the legendary 37-room boutique resort on Kata Beach, Phuket, Thailand.

Satisfied guests reward the boutique resort with a high score for excellence on the user generated travel website. 

Phuket's Banyan Tree Spa has officially opened its first spa in Singapore. Located on the 55th floor of the Marina Bay Sands Hotel.

The International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) is now a global network of journalists who cover the hospitality and lifestyle fields, and the people who promote them which was initially started in Phuket Thailand.

Renting a villa or apartment long term is becoming very popular in Thailand especially in resort areas such as Phuket, Pattaya, Koh Samui. Many would be buyers are deciding to hold off and rent while they get to know the area without any risk.

We are excited to announce a major renovation of the Boathouse and adjacent property . During the renovation the hotel and both restaurants will remain closed. Reopening is scheduled for 1 October 2011

According to UK newspaper The Daily Mail, former Wimbledon ace David Lloyd is being sued by his friend, Greg Rusedski. Rusedski demands Lloyd return US$1.2 million he invested in Lloyd's Cape Sawan luxury villa project in Phuket, Thailand

Phuket, Thailand, 13th June 2011 – Phuket’s British International School (BIS) recently hosted the Primary FOBISSEA (Federation of British International Schools in South and East Asia) Games.

Ideas for those planning to move to Thailand including the culture, locations and properties. The best advice is to choose a location which best suits your needs and spend time to find the right area and property.

After getting married at Paradise Beach in Patong, Burasari Resort General Manager Conor O"Leary has announced Burasari Resort will offer to plan and hold weddings at Paradise Beach for any couples looking for a romantic beach in Phuket.

Join Phuket’s growing spiritual community and soothe your mind, body and spirit at the same time, at the new Provolution Centre.

From the big bang to peace and quiet in every community, Equanimous is a revolutionary book featuring a gripping channelled dialogue of why you are here and what you can do about it.

We’ve had Princess Eugenie up dancing on the tables at Surin Beach so I thought I’d have a look at the sort of villas Kate and William might consider for their honeymoon.

We’ve had Princess Eugenie up dancing on the tables at Surin Beach so I thought I’d have a look at the sort of villas Kate and William might consider for their honeymoon.

Songkran is one of Thailand’s most beautiful and joyful celebrations and staying in a Phuket villa will put you in the heart of the action at Thailand’s New Year Festivities.

Representatives from property developer Bluepoint Developments Co. Ltd., architects, property agents and media gathered together on 17th March in Patong for the ground-breaking ceremony at Bluepoint Condominiums, Phuket.

Bensley mastermind behind treetop ‘nest’ spa design at phuket’s indigo pearl pearl “the odder the better” – bill bensley

Maikhao Dream Hotels and Resorts, the Thailand based hotel and resort company, have announced their first luxury beachfront resort in Phuket will open on the 2nd April 2011.

The famous ski resort of Zermatt will be thronged with thousands of music fans between 12 and 16 April for Zermatt Unplugged, an almost non-stop festival of all kinds of sounds.

Lantin's new book, "Come Here and I'll Show You" has now received 12 rave reviews on Amazon. The book is now heading straight for the best-sellers lists.

Snap up a fantastic stay at The Pavilions Phuket this Easter at an attractive promotional rate.

For the first time ever in the Kingdom of Thailand, the prestigious Chateau Margaux hosted a 1st Grand Cru Classé wine dinner at Mom Tri’s Boathouse Phuket, Wine Spectator award-winner since 1995.

Purchase the Sculpture to Benefit Phuket Sunshine Village Orphanage Featuring works by BILL BENSLEY (Designer of Indigo Pearl) Display in the lobby available from 20 December 2010 to 31 March 2011

Donald Trump has announced plans for his privately owned real estate and entertainment company, Trump Organisation, to enter the Indian property market. Starting with the building of Trump Tower in Mumbai, India.

DirectRoooms.com highlights that the Indonesian island of Bali will be featuring some of the leading names in spas and wellness during a dedicated exhibition that will present the latest developments occurring in the market

Popular China travel website Ctrip has ranked Phuket as the sixth most popular holiday destination. The poll received a total of 7.5 million votes....

The Romance Destination is offering a fantastic package for couples.

Thailand Tourism Authority has announced plans to attract larger numbers of visitors from the Middle East. A consumer and travel agent competition aimed at Middle Eastern visits has been launched.

Escape the rat race and burrow away with your loved one this Chinese New Year at The Pavilions, Phuket.

Khun Narong Pattamasaevi, the Executive Chairman of Three Dolphins Co., Ltd., which owns and operates world-renowned Trisara, Phuket, announced the Group has signed contracts to acquire 100% of shares in The Boathouse Inn and Restaurant Phuket

Phuket, Thailand: A fleet of super yachts has arrived in Phuket for the annual Asia Super Yacht Rendezvous - an event which plays host to yachts from all over the world.

Phuket, Thailand: Thailand is a 95% Buddhist country so Christmas is not a festival that officially appears in the Thai calendar, but with a large ex-pat community and Thais who love an excuse to have fun - especially in Phuket.

Meet and Greet two of the biggest Rock Bands in Thailand ‘HinLek Fai’ and ‘Y Not 7’rockin’ a street concert party right in front of Hard Rock in Patong on Rat-U-Thit Road! Along with our own international renowned show band CHILL.

Organizers of the eighth Phuket International Marine Expo (PIMEX), Informa Yacht Group, are expecting a record number of exhibitors and visitors this year.

As Phuket experiences an increase in the number of tourists visiting the Island, its economy appears not to have been affected by the recent rise in the value of the Thai Baht against major currencies.