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Enjoy a Secluded Beachfront Getaway at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach

Phuket, Thailand, 17 April 2018 – Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach has unveiled a special rate for all travelers seeking a secluded seafront break on the golden sands of Nai Yang Beach, northwest Phuket.

Under the “Nai Yang Beach Getaway” promotion, which is available for bookings and stays from now until December 2018*, guests can benefit from 15% off the resort’s best available rates.

This enticing offer covers a choice of four luxurious room types, making it suitable for a variety of different guests. Rates start from THB 3,527+++ for a Deluxe Garden View Room; THB 4,037+++ for a Premium Pool Access Room; THB 10,200+++ for a Family Room; and THB 11,999+++ for a Beachfront Plunge Pool Villa.

All rates are valid for one-night stays and include complimentary in-room Wi-Fi.

Nestled on a blissfully secluded stretch of coastline, lapped by the Andaman Sea and surrounded by Sirinat National Park, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach is perfect for guests seeking a break from the stress of the city, away from the tourist crowds.

The resort is also located just 10 minutes’ drive from Phuket International Airport, making it easily accessible and ensuring that guests spend more time relaxing the resort and less time stuck in traffic.

The Nai Yang Beach Getaway rate is available for bookings and stays throughout 2018. To book your stay, please email booknaiyangbeach@marriott.com or call +66 (0) 76 625 555 For more information about Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach, please visit: www.phuketmarriottnaiyang.com.

Phuketindex team by — April 23, 2018 in Features 0
Beat the heat of this summer with the 48-hour sale by ONYX Hospitality Group

Bangkok, 23 April 2018 – As the temperature rises with the approach of summer, cool down with the wide range of low price travel deals on offer at many destinations across Asia. ONYX Hospitality Group is offering its annual mega sale with tempting deals at more than 30 properties under the Amari, OZO and Shama brands across Asia. Whether guests decide to go for a beach holiday, city break, sporty vacation or cultural escape, ONYX has them all covered with many deals offering up to 50% off usual rates.

Amari Havodda Maldives
Amari Vang Vieng
OZO Wesley Hong Kong

Simply visit “https://www.onyx-hospitality.com/super-sale” to plan your trip and make a direct reservation. Choose your desired dates and destinations along with the promotional code “SuperSale” to enjoy these special rates. This special offer is limited to a 48-hour booking period starting from 00:01 on 28 April to 23:59 on 29 April 2018 based on the local time of each destination property.

ONYX Rewards members can enjoy the exclusive pre-sale on 27 April 2018 starting at 00:01 based on the local time of each destination property. To enjoy this early bird benefit and start earning points immediately, join ONYX Rewards by signing up online via www.onyx-rewards.com.

The following terms and conditions apply:
– Offer is valid for stays from 28 April to 30 November 2018.
– Minimum stay of two consecutive nights.
– Room rates are inclusive of breakfast for two unless otherwise stated.
– Full prepayment is required at the time of booking.
– Bookings are non-refundable and not amendable.
– All bookings are subject to availability. Blackout dates and additional terms and conditions apply.
– ONYX Rewards members cannot redeem points towards this offer.

Phuketindex team by — April 23, 2018 in Features 0
Phuket’s Legendary Sunday Brunch – The Slate, Phuket

Continuing a proud tradition since its inception in 2008 and its subsequent evolution of themes over the years, what is often considered as Phuket’s most renowned Sunday Brunch continues to hold strong with an exceptional landscape of gastronomy presented poolside at the Underground Café and Rivet and complimented by a choice of free-flow beverages from the finest select wines or an excellent champagne.

A fantastic assortment of some of the world’s favourite cuisines featuring creative cuts straight off the hot charcoal grill to freshly sliced sashimi and maki rolls, oysters served with your choice of lemon or shallot vinegar and a plethora of other dishes including cheeses, cold-cuts and barbequed lobster.

Our Sunday Brunch’s doors are open to our guests and the island’s brunch lovers, showcasing our skilled chefs’ passion for their culinary craft.

Younger diners or ‘Little Miners’ have 50% off food and are welcome to play in the family pool, and also try walking on water with our own inflatable water balls.

Sunday brunch options
With free flow Piper-Heidsieck champagne: THB 6,050 per person
With free flow wine and sparkling wine: THB 3,450 per person
With soft drinks: THB 2,450 per person

The Veuve brunch
The Veuve Brunch – bottle of Veuve Clicquot (75cl) per person: THB 5,900 per person
The Veuve for 2 – bottle of Veuve Clicquot (75cl) to share: THB 4,050 per person

Lazy brunch options
Start the day with a heavenly massage at our Coqoon Spa before making your way to the brunch feeling relaxed and ready to feast.

60-Minute Massage with Brunch & Veuve Brunch: THB 7,200 per person
60-Minute Massage with Brunch & Wine and sparkling wine: THB 4,600 per person
60-Minute Massage with Brunch & Soft Drinks: THB3,600 per person

Children between ages 7 and 14 are charged 50% off the Soft Drinks Brunch Package, children below 7 are complimentary and ages 14 and up are charged full price. All children must be dining with their parents or guardians.

The ‘Walk on Waterball’ activity at the family pool takes place from 14:00 until 15:00 and is subject to an additional charge.

An advance reservation is essential
Email: contactfb@theslatephuket.com
Tel: +66(0) 76 327 006
Website: www.theslatephuket.com/sunday-brunch

Phuketindex team by — April 21, 2018 in Features 0
Kimura Sushi & Niitome Tempura x Sri panwa

Sri panwa proudly welcomes master Chef Koji Kimura of 2 Michelin star Kimura Sushi and Chef Shuji Niitome of Niitome Tempura for an exclusive pop-up on the 3rd – 5th of May. The famed chefs will be taking over Baba IKI at Sri panwa at the same time, serving both omakase and tempura omakase for lunch and dinner.

Sri panwa now welcomes master Chef Koji Kimura and master Chef Niitome for an exclusive pop-up held at Sri panwa’s Baba IKI restaurant on the 3rd to 5th of May. The 2 Michelin star Kimura Sushi is found in the suburbs of Tokyo with the master Chef Koji Kimura behind the reins serving only 9 seats in the iconic counter-based sushi-ya. Alongside him is the highest scored tempura restaurant in Japan by Tabelog, Chef Niitome’s namesake tempura restaurant which is located in the city of Nagoya.

Baba IKI

Together, the master chefs will be serving what they both are known for; Chef Kimura has made a name for himself as the “father of aged sushi’ and will be bringing his 2 Michelin star worthy talents to Phuket, while Chef Niitome specializes in tempura seafood, meats, and vegetables, focusing on bringing out the flavors of the ingredients.With two unique restaurants under one roof, serving both lunch and dinner for a limited 3 day pop-up, do not miss the chance to meet & eat with master chef Koji Kimura and master chef Shuji Niitome at Sri panwa this May.

Phuketindex team by — April 18, 2018 in Features 0
Enjoy a Secluded Beachfront Getaway at Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach

Phuket, Thailand, 17 April 2018 – Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach has unveiled a special rate for all travelers seeking a secluded seafront break on the golden sands of Nai Yang Beach, northwest Phuket

Under the “Nai Yang Beach Getaway” promotion, which is available for bookings and stays from now until December 2018*, guests can benefit from 15% off the resort’s best available rates.

This enticing offer covers a choice of four luxurious room types, making it suitable for a variety of different guests. Rates start from THB 3,527+++ for a Deluxe Garden View Room; THB 4,037+++ for a Premium Pool Access Room; THB 10,200+++ for a Family Room; and THB 11,999+++ for a Beachfront Plunge Pool Villa.

Beachfront One Bedroom Plunge Pool Villa
Guestroom Family Connecting Room
Guestroom King Deluxe Garden View
Premium Pool Access

All rates are valid for one-night stays and include complimentary in-room Wi-Fi.

Nestled on a blissfully secluded stretch of coastline, lapped by the Andaman Sea and surrounded by Sirinat National Park, Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach is perfect for guests seeking a break from the stress of the city, away from the tourist crowds.

The resort is also located just 10 minutes’ drive from Phuket International Airport, making it easily accessible and ensuring that guests spend more time relaxing the resort and less time stuck in traffic.

The Nai Yang Beach Getaway rate is available for bookings and stays throughout 2018. To book your stay, please email booknaiyangbeach@marriott.com or call +66 (0) 76 621 777. For more information about Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Nai Yang Beach, please visit: www.phuketmarriottnaiyang.com.

Phuketindex team by — April 17, 2018 in Features 0
Promotion: Massaman Ossobuco, Deevana Patong Resort & Spa

Deevana Patong Resort & Spa has a promotion must try for Massaman Ossobuco.

Muslim style Coconut curry with braised Ossobuco beef Shank, Spices, Potato and Chestnuts (200 THB. net) at Dalah Cuisine. Promotion Start from April 16th, 2018 to May 15th, 2018.

Contact information
Address: 43/2 Raj-U-Thid 200 Pee Road, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150 Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 317 179
Email: info@deevanapatong.com
Website: http://www.deevanapatong.com
Facebook: Deevana Patong Resort & Spa

Phuketindex team by — April 17, 2018 in Features 0
Additional Musical Acts by Koh Mr.Saxman and Pui Duangpon to Jazz up the Night

Today (Tuesday 10 April), the organizer of Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival 2018 has announced that they have secured additional musical acts, the famous Thai saxophone artist “Koh Mr.Saxman” and vocalist “Pui Duangpon” to perform as special guests on the night of Saturday 28 April, adding more groove to what is already expected to be a romantic night to remember.

“I have performed at the picturesque Laguna Grove before, and I remember how beautiful the venue was, with couples and families singing and dancing near the stage and by the lake,” said Koh, reminiscing his Laguna Phuket’s debut in 2015,

“It is a great pleasure to return and perform again on Saturday 28 April as a special guest. I am particularly delighted to learn that the concert will raise funds to support more than 400 children in Phuket orphanages. I hope you will come out and join us!”

Koh Mr.Saxman and Pui Duaungpon will perform at 7pm on Saturday 28 April, followed by Russian pianist and opera singer Ivan Sharapov at 8pm and Black ‘n’ Blue band closing the night.

Ticket is THB500 (seating with complimentary refreshment) and available at CentralFestival Phuket, Limelight Avenue Phuket and Phuket Indy Market in Phuket town and Laguna Tours Office in Canal Village. Online purchase is also available at www.lagunaphuket.com/foodandmusicfestival. Previously-purchased concert tickets for the same night (Saturday 28 April at 8pm) can be used to enter the 7pm segment by Koh and Pui.

The Concert is part of the 3-day Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival 2018, scheduled to take place during 27-29 April at Laguna Grove, Laguna Phuket. Gate opens daily at 4pm to the free-entry Festival where guests and visitors can enjoy a wide range of food booths selling tantalising international and Peranakan cuisine. The Festival aims to raise funds for Children First Fund in support of orphanages in Phuket. For more information, please visit the website or call +66 (0) 76 362300 ext. 1404 or email: ticket@lagunaphuket.com and follow Facebook/LagunaPhuketResort.

Phuketindex team by — April 10, 2018 in Features 0
Marvelous Guest Chef Nights with Master Malaysian Chef

Phuket – 9 April, 2018: JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa’s Ginja Taste restaurant hosted “A Taste of Malaysia” food festival during 5 – 8 April, menu crafted by Guest Chef Mohd Shawal Basry, from award winning restaurant Bijan in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. Cooking for over three hundred diners Chef Mohd Shawal worked alongside with JW Marriott Phuket culinary team and created a tremendous 5-course dinner and Malaysian buffet night over the weekend. The highlight of the degustation 5-course menu was Malaysian leaves salad with sambal dressing and assorted fried crackers; Steam seafood mousse; Tossed fresh young mango & herbs in tangy coconut milk served with sliced smoked duck breast and salad; Clear broth of cattle bone marrow with mixed spices served with toasted Hailam bread pieces; Pan seared Malabar snapper fillet with spiced tomato coulis and apple dressing served with brunoise vegetables and fermented durian sauce; Slowly cooked beef rib eye in black thick sauce served with rainbow rice and kerabu; and steamed palm sugar sponge cake served with caramelized palm syrup and a scoop of homemade coconut ice cream.

1st left: Miss Bhatara Amornrattanakij, Director of Marketing Communications, JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
2nd left: Guest Chef, Executive Chef Mohd Shawal Basry, from Bijan restaurant, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
1st right: Miss Chamaiporn Yadang, Marketing Communications Manager, JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
2nd right: Mr. Dietmar Spitzer, Executive Chef, JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
Kerabu Masam Manis Beritik: Tossed fresh young mango & herbs in tangy coconut milk served with sliced smoked duck breast and salad
Ikan Malabar Bakar: Pan seared Malabar snapper fillet with spiced tomato coulis and apple dressing served with brunoise vegetables and fermented durian sauce
Kek Gula Melaka: Steamed palm sugar sponge cake served with caramelized palm syrup and a scoop of homemade coconut ice cream
Phuketindex team by — April 10, 2018 in Features 0
Big Names to Headline Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival 2018

Top restaurants in Phuket as well as popular music acts had confirmed to participate in this year “East-Meets-West” Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival, back by popular demand on 27-29 April to follow its inaugural success in 2017 as the resort’s newest event and platform to raise funds for charity.

Ringing in the mood of festivities on 27 April, gate will open from 4pm to the free-entry “East-Meets-West Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival (LPFMF)” at the resort’s outdoor event venue “Laguna Grove” by the tranquil lagoons. Guests and visitors will enjoy a wide range of pop-up concept food booths selling tantalising international and Peranakan cuisine from Phuket’s top restaurants and leading resorts, authentic Phuket fare by Tourism Communities, food truck, dining garden and picnic area accompanied by exciting culinary shows and vibrant musical performances that showcase the best of both worlds. Kidz Happy Hour also available daily from 5pm-6pm in the Festival’s Kidz Fun Zone.

More than 30 Phuket’s top restaurants have confirmed to showcase their selected menus over the weekend; Blue Elephant Phuket, Kenny Rogers Roasters, Naughty Nuri’s and Floating BBQ Donut over the lagoon, to name only a few. For authentic Phuket fare, guests will enjoy a wide range of local cuisine by Thai Peranakan Association and Phuket Tourism Communities amidst many other Phuket restaurants’ food stalls.

For music element, LPFMF’s first day will coincide with the return of “Laguna Phuket Charity Concert (LPCC)” that features Thailand’s leading rock bands “Bodyslam” and “Sweet Mullets”. To be organised in support of Phuket Panyanukul School, a special school for children with special needs, the concert will take place at 8pm (gate opens 6.30pm) and expects 6,000 concert goers.

The Festival will continue on 28 April and 29 April at Laguna Grove from 4pm until late, with different main musical acts on stage at 8pm to offer an experience like no other for all guests and visitors.

Saturday 28 April will feature famous Russian pianist and opera singer “Ivan Sharapov”, followed by Phuket-based “Black ‘n’ Blue” band. 2018 LPFMF will conclude on Sunday 29 April with a highlight performance at 8pm by popular Thai duo “Joe & Kong” and “Black ‘n’ Blue” closing the night.

The Festival is also planned as a platform to raise funds for “Children First Fund” specially set up in 2017 in conjunction with Laguna Phuket’s 30th anniversary with an objective of “Nourishing Hearts, Inspiring Dreams” to support the children in Phuket orphanages.

Throughout 2017 (started from May), Children First Fund (CFF) used the fund raised from 2017 Laguna Phuket Food & Music Festival and other fundraising activities in delivering sustenance to 7 orphanages in Phuket, housing more than 400 orphans and underprivileged children, on a monthly basis.

Proceeds from the Festival and highlight charity concert of the night will go to “Children First Fund” to continue supporting the 7 orphanages in Phuket this year.

Charity concert tickets (27 April) and VIP-zone concert tickets for 28 April and 29 April, priced at THB 400 and THB 500, are available at CentralFestival Phuket, Limelight Avenue and Phuket Indy Market in Phuket town and Laguna Tours Office in Canal Village. Online purchase is also available at www.lagunaphuket.com/foodandmusicfestival

For more information, please visit the website or call +66 (0) 76 362300 ext. 1404 or email: ticket@lagunaphuket.com and follow Facebook/LagunaPhuketResort.

Phuketindex team by — April 6, 2018 in Features 0
Experience the authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” and “Songkarn Thai Night”, “Twilight Sky” @ The SIS Kata, Phuket.

PHUKET: Twilight Sky at The SIS Kata, Phuket, will offer an authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” during the Songkarn week and special Thai buffet “Songkarn Thai Night” to celebrate Thai New Year at Twilight Sky.

Songkarn (Thai New Year) is one of the biggest festival of the year. On 12th April from 6.30pm – 9.30pm, The SIS Kata, Phuket, invite you to celebrate it with an authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” and various choices of food demonstration for 1,200 THB nett.

“Songkran Thai Night”

Enjoy modern Thai dance show, dancers will enthrall guests with traditional Thai dancing. There will also have live duo band and Thai boxing show by ‘SIS’ team members.

Moreover, along Songkarn week during 13th – 17th April 2018, The SIS Kata, Phuket will offer the special authentic Thai dish “Khao Chae” The rice soaked in iced jasmine water served with assorted side dishes. Khao Chae set provide for a couple at only 350 THB nett.

To reserve your seat, please call 076 609 555 ext. 8302

“Khao Chae”

“Twilight Sky” @ The SIS Kata, Phuket
“Twilight Sky” @ The SIS Kata, Phuket
“Twilight Sky” @ The SIS Kata, Phuket
Phuketindex team by — April 6, 2018 in Features 0