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April 20, 2009

LOCAL BUSINESS GROUPS RE-BRAND THE PERIOD AS ‘SUMMER SEASON’

Phuket, Thailand: A group of local hoteliers and businesses in Phuket, Thailand have “cancelled” Low Season – April 15 through November 1 – and are renaming the period more appropriately Summer Season to better reflect the fact that Phuket is one of the world’s top year-round vacation and second home destinations.

“We’re going to have a bit of fun with this campaign which starts with ‘cancelling’ the Low Season,” says Nick Anthony, Managing Director of Indigo Real Estate, “and hopefully in the process expose to the world the fact that during summer (April-November), the period formerly known as the Low Season, Phuket has an abundance of delightful sunny weather. Cooling afternoon showers sometimes refresh the island and setup spectacular sunsets and it’s also a time of good value with lower occupancy, great deals on rates and generally a quieter island that hums with local festivals.”

The six-month international public relations campaign and internet promotion launching Summer in Phuket also looks to counter negative media reports about the effects of the global economic downturn and internal Thailand political issues.

On the heels of Phuket being named the number one luxury destination by the New York Times in January http://travel.nytimes.com/2009/01/11/travel/11phuket.html, the group is taking a proactive approach to promote Phuket and to support tourism.

“We’re looking to change the incorrect perception of Low Season that the weather in Phuket is poor. Phuket is a great destination which also has enjoyable sunny weather right through the year,” commented Dominique Rongé, Executive Assistant Manager at The Chedi Phuket, one of the campaign’s major supporters. “We need to be proactive in delivering our positive message to our audiences that Phuket’s luxury market is thriving despite the world tailspin and that we’re open all year for business.”

For further details about Summer in Phuket and to see bi-monthly good news stories about Phuket visit www.summerinphuket.com

For media enquiries, please contact:

Mr. Duane Lennie

Tel: +66 86 948-6836 (Outside Thailand)
Tel: +66 86 948-6836 (Inside Thailand)

Email: duane@indigore.com

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Thailand verordnet sich Urlaub

Regierung verlängert die Neujahrsferien.

Nach dem Ende der Gewalttätigkeiten in Bangkok ist das Königreich überraschend schnell zur Normalität zurückgekehrt.

Es wirkt fast ein bisschen so, als wolle sich Thailand für das schnelle Ende der Gewalttätigkeiten belohnen…. Die Regierung unter Premierminister Abhisit Vejjajiva hat verkündet, die landesweiten, sechstägigen Ferien zum traditionellen Neujahrsfest Songkran um zwei Tage bis einschließlich 17. April zu verlängern. Laut offizieller Begründung jedoch soll die überraschende Maßnahme dazu dienen, um Gesetz und Ordnung wiederherzustellen sowie beschädigten Einrichtungen und Straßen zu reparieren. Unterdessen ist Thailand aus der Berichterstattung der internationalen Medien so schnell wieder verschwunden, wie es durch den Abbruch des ASEAN-Gipfeltreffens und die schweren Straßenschlachten von Bangkok hinein geraten war. Und auch die Reisewarnung für die Hauptstadt des Königreichs, die das Auswärtige Amt in Berlin am Montag ausgesprochen hatte, ist bereits am Dienstag mittag wieder aufgehoben worden. So kann es kaum verwundern, wenn die deutschen Reiseveranstalter weitaus weniger Einbußen im Geschäft mit Asien-Reisen prognostizieren als ursprünglich befürchtet worden war.

Straßenschlachten zum Songkran-Fest

Die jüngste Eskalation der politischen Situation in Thailand verband sich mit allerlei bizarren Blüten. Denn die Straßenschlachten entfielen exakt auf den Höhepunkt des Songkran-Festes, das den traditionellen, thailändischen Jahreswechsel markiert: Während die Sicherheitskräfte am Montag begannen, an einigen Brennpunkten mit Wasserwerfern und Tränengaskanonen gegen Demonstranten vorzurücken, tobte im nahe gelegenen, legendären Touristenviertel Khao-Sarn-Road unter Einheimischen und Ausländern die alljährliche, feucht-fröhliche Wasserschlacht. Am Dienstag beugten sich die „Rothemden“, wie die Anhänger des im September 2006 vom Militär gestürzten, im Exil lebenden Premierministers Thaksin Shinawatras genannt werden, dem Druck der Sicherheitskräfte. Teilweise in kostenlos von der Regierung zur Verfügung gestellten Bussen begannen die Oppositionellen mit dem Abzug aus der Hauptstadt, wo sie seit rund zwei Wochen den Regierungssitz belagert und die Sicherheitskräfte zuletzt mit Brandsätzen und Wurfgeschossen attackiert hatten. Nach offiziellen Angaben haben die jüngsten Gewalttätigkeiten in Bangkok, deren Ende aber noch keine Lösung des schweren, politischen und gesellschaftlichen Konflikts im Königreich bedeutet, zwei Tote und 123 Verletzte gefordert.

Keinerlei Einschränkungen für Touristen

Angesichts der schweren Krawalle war erstmals in der Mediengeschichte Thailands im Fernsehen eine englischsprachige Botschaft für Ausländer und Touristen ausgestrahlt worden, die zur Bewahrung der Ruhe aufrief. Gleichzeitig wurde versichert, dass die Armee dabei sei, wichtige Einrichtungen der Infrastruktur und den internationalen Flughafen zu sichern. Denn immer mehr Touristen hatten aus Angst vor einer neuerlichen Flughafenbesetzung und/oder sogar Schlimmerem erwogen, vorzeitig abzureisen. Doch derartige Bedenken dürften sich nach dem Ende der Straßenschlachten in Windeseile zerstreut haben. Denn der für die Hauptstadt und einen Teil der angrenzenden Provinzen ausgerufene, derzeit noch immer geltende Notstand (State of Emergency), der die Versammlung von Personen aus mehr als fünf Menschen verbietet und die Befugnisse der Sicherheitskräfte bei Kontrollen erweitert, ist mit keinerlei Ausgangssperre oder sonstigen Einschränkungen für Touristen verbunden. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten können nach wie ohne Komplikationen besucht werden, während die großen Einkaufspaläste Siam Paragon, Siam Center und Siam Discovery sowie das in der Nähe liegende Central World bereits am Dienstag mittag wieder ihre Tore geöffnet hatten.

Sicherheitshinweise modifiziert

Das Auswärtige Amt in Berlin hat der rasanten Entwicklung in Thailand schnell Rechnung getragen und seine Sicherheitshinweise für das Königreich, die am 13. April verschärft worden waren, längst wieder modifiziert. Diese hatten ursprünglich sogar vor „allen nicht notwendigen Reisen nach Bangkok“ gewarnt. Davon jedoch ist nun keine Rede mehr, obwohl „derzeit noch nicht abzusehen ist, dass sich die Lage vollständig beruhigt hat“. Allerdings wird auf der Internet-Seite des Außenministeriums dringend dazu geraten, Menschenansammlungen und etwaige, weitere Demonstrationen in Bangkok zu meiden. Zudem wird explizit darauf hingewiesen, dass sämtlicher Flugverkehr des Landes störungsfrei verläuft und der kurzzeitig unterbrochene Bahnverkehr wieder aufgenommen worden ist.

Stornierungswelle ausgeblieben

Die modifizierten Sicherheitshinweise scheinen dazu beizutragen, dass die ursprünglich befürchtete Stornierungswelle für Flüge und Reisen nach Thailand ausbleibt. Thailands Tourismusindustrie, an der fast zwei Millionen Arbeitsplätze und etwa sechs Prozent des Bruttoinlandsprodukts hängen, hatte nach der jüngsten Eskalation bereits Verluste in Höhe von 200 Milliarden Baht (ca. 4,5 Milliarden Euro) befürchtet. Diese Prognose zumindest gab Kongkrit Hiranyakit als Vorsitzender des Tourismusrats (Tourism Council of Thailand) ab, der seine Hoffnung auf eine schnelle, nachhaltige Gesundung des Fremdenverkehrs (nach der Besetzung des Suvarnabhumi-Aiports im November 2008) bereits durch das am 11. April von Demonstranten im Seebad Pattaya gestürmte ASEAN-Gipfeltreffens im Seebad Pattaya gemindert sah. Denn immerhin waren von dieser blamablen Aktion ausgerechnet die Regierungschefs der 15 Länder betroffen gewesen, aus denen bisher rund zwei Drittel bzw. 8,5 Millionen aller Thailand-Touristen stammen. Was den Urlauberstrom aus Deutschland angeht, muss sich das Königreich offenbar erheblich weniger Sorgen machen: Führende Reiseveranstalter wie die TUI, Neckermann, Thomas Cook oder Dertour ließen verlauten, dass sie ihre Thailand-Programme ganz normal aufrecht erhalten, etwaige Umbuchungen kostenpflichtig wären – und es bisher auch so gut wie keine Stornierungen gegeben hätte.

Volker Klinkmüller (Go Asia)

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Phuket celebrates Songkran 2009, Happy New Year at the Mangosteen Boutique Resort and Spa. The Mangosteen Team was in good mood and got soaking wet during our Songkran party at the resort, which we celebrated together with our guests. Phuket Resorts, The Mangosteen Boutique Resort was taking the beach bus to travel around the area to Nai Harn Beach and to Rawai Beach to get splashed with ice water!

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The Mangosteen Boutique Resort Phuket Thailand invites to celebrate Songkran Festival, Thai New Year!

To celebrate the Thai New Year (which we call Songkran Festival), we would like to invite you to our traditional ceremony by the pool area, starting from 12.00 noon.
All the Mangosteen team will meet at the pool to sprinkle water on Buddha images, wishing good luck and pouring scented water onto the hands of seniors or elders to make merits and to dedicate the result to their ancestors. The elders in return wish the youngsters good luck and prosperity.

Songkran is a Thai traditional New Year which starts on April 13 every year and lasts for 3 days.

Songkran is a Thai word which means "move" or "change place" as it is the day when the sun changes its position in the zodiac. It is also known as the "Water Festival" as people believe that water will wash away bad luck.

The Mangosteen provides a water gun for you to joyfully sprinkle water. To take our beach bus to go to the beach is most fun on this day too! Of course you will get soaking wet!

In the evening Mangosteen Chef and his team are preparing a special Thai Tradition Dinner set for you to enjoy Thai New Year.

Should you like to reserve a table, please dial 0 or contact our Receptionist.

Thank you very much and wishing you “Happy New Year”!

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The Mangosteen Boutique Resort with 41 villas with 33 Rai of Chanote land titles! One of Phuket's best and most beautiful properties!

• Officially 5-star rated by TAT, THA since 2005
• Opened on 18., Royal Villas completed in November 2003
• 41 villa style guestrooms, designed by John Underwood
• Architecture by Swiss BIC, Phuket, western building standards,outstanding electrical systems, energy efficient insulated construction
• 3 room categories, 27 rooms with outdoor Jacuzzis and outdoor rain showers
• 680 sq. meter swimming pool, inbuilt Jacuzzi, jet streams, 14 waterfalls
• Luxury Spa with 8 beds, private Jacuzzi and two steam saunas, beauty salon
• Fully equipped fitness center
• Restaurant with Thai and Mediterranean cuisine, indoor and outdoor terrace. Pool bar
• Underground wine cellar
• Lounge bar and meeting facility above lobby
• All back of the house including laundry

Potential

• Expansion on 3,5 Rai best sea view land beside resort. 20+ more rooms, ideally pool villas
• Expansion on remaining undeveloped land in front of the resort and on the resort parcel itself
• Residential development, villas or condos or mixed on 14 Rai land behind resort. Land could be partly used for improved staff facilities in light of the expansion
• Overall possibility to expand to 60 – 90 rooms and develop a residential project to recover investment of resort and increase the management base
• Further 7 Rai sea view land beside resort for sale at 70 MB from neighboring owner
• Possibility of building a beach club in Nai Harn

• Sales price does not include commissions
• Full Due Diligence has been carried out by buyers who still hold nonexclusive option to buy. Information on due diligence is available
• Offer based on an asset purchase scheme

• Mangosteen Pool Suites: A stunning GFAB development with 18units for sale, large restaurant and bar, pool
• Construction plans, engineering, interior, environmental study
  and building permit available
• Planned on 3,5 Rai beside resort
• Mangosteen Pool Villas: 25 GFAB (Gary Fell) Pool Villas. One show villa 60% completed
• Planned on the 14 Rai site (yellow) behind resort
• Building permit for the first 4 villas available

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Phuket Resorts, Mangosteen is a special place. Perched atop a hill just south of Chalong, it commands a rare view of both sides of the island and the bays of both Nai Harn and Chalong. Enjoy a pampering treat at the Spa and leave yourself plenty of time to use the hotel facilities and stay for dinner.

After a long week of sustained high stress levels, I was more than ready for peace, relaxation and pampering as I headed south towards the Mangosteen Resort and Spa.
Mangosteen is a special place. Perched atop a hill just south of Chalong, it commands a rare view of both sides of the island and the bays of both Nai Harn and Chalong.
Mangosteen is a privately owned and operated luxury boutique resort that offers the seclusion and personal attention hard to find in big international operations – yet maintains the high standards its discerning clientele have come to expect.
The Solitude Spa is a short stroll over a timber walkway from the airy reception. Smiles follow you every step of the way and the Solitude welcome is warm and exceptionally friendly. After an introduction to the treatment choices, my therapist Warunee greeted me with a soft smile and a beautiful ‘wai’ before escorting me to my private suite. Steam room, Jacuzzi room a few meters above the hotel pool and massage room with a panoramic view of the islands of Chalong Bay all make the most of design and location. Large tinted windows, but no outside areas, mean you remain comfortably cool while enjoying your surroundings.
Starting with aromatic steam, I felt my tension begin to evaporate. Feeling the onset of relaxation, I moved on to my first treatment –
a Herbal Scrub using a blend of traditional herbs and sesame oil – Nittaya’s recommendation.

“I can see your skin is not oily, so I wouldn’t recommend the salt scrub,” she’d told me.
An hour later, my skin felt revitalized, refreshed, very, very soft and definitely not too dry. Showered, I returned to the massage room and its stunning view, for one of Solitude’s new treatments – a Thai Reliever Massage. A mix of east and west, this treatment – using essential oils – ingeniously combines the stretching techniques of Thai massage with the smooth strokes and muscle manipulation of Western massage.
My treatment was rounded off with half an hour in one of the most vigorous Jacuzzis I’ve ever experienced, complemented by a serving of fresh fruit and herbal tea while I languished.
Try The Solitude Spa at Mangosteen Resort – but leave yourself plenty of time. Spa customers are free to use all the hotel facilities (swimming pool, fitness centre and restaurants). Go early afternoon and stay for dinner at one of Phuket’s most spectacularly-sited restaurants. Or even better, pamper yourself for a weekend in a Mangosteen Jacuzzi Villa.

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Nai Harn Beach, one of the last beaches without longtail boats, jet skis, banana boats and other engine driven so called “pleasures”. Mangosteen guests enjoy the free ride on the open air shuttle to Nai Harn and of course the beach itself. Crystal clear water and clean sand, not crowded, no vendors… it’s a beach that reminds us how other places must have felt 20 years ago.

This picture was taken on the 6th of March 2009. Relax at Nai Harn Beach in Phuket Resorts, The Mangosteen Phuket Resort & Spa, http://www.mangosteen-phuket.com – reservation@mangosteen-phuket.com – Tel +66 76 289399

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The Mangosteen Resort is hands down one of the best hotels in Phuket. It's expensive, but well worth every penny. It's located on a secluded hilltop away from the busy overpopulated beach areas. I watched the sunrise from my room which was great. The rooms are very spacious and the bathrooms are incredible. The Jacuzzi villas are amazing with an outdoor shower and Jacuzzi. The service was outstanding. They arranged local tours, gave good advice on shopping and other areas of interest. Arranged a free ride to a local restaurant instead of calling a taxi. The pool area is great and very relaxing. The hotels restaurant is great and the breakfast buffet is amazing. The spa is probably one of the best in Phuket as well. A great place for a romantic getaway.
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Phuket's most romantic Boutique Resort, a perfect hideaway for a relaxing holiday.
The unique secluded hillside location offers unparalleled views over 4 bays, Phuket town, mountains and many surrounding Islands! 41 Villa rooms and one Family Suite have been tastefully designed by our artist's team for ultimate comfort, relaxing atmosphere and privacy. Outside garden bathrooms with big rain showers, private Jacuzzis, comfortable terraces with hammock and plenty of romantic decorations will let you forget all the pressure of working life.
The therapists at our exclusive Spa will pamper you with various rejuvenating treatments and massage therapies combining Asian with Western techniques. A short ride with our free shuttle will bring you to Nai Harn Beach, Phuket’s best beach in a National Park. The extra large pool with its beautiful sea views is filled with specially treated healthy water. The Mangosteen Restaurant with its well tempered underground Wine Cellar, serves a fine blend of Asian and Western cuisine. Mediterranean food with Asian tastes and original Thai specialties with lots of fresh herbs from our gardens. The meeting room is unique in Phuket with beautiful views and all high tech facilities for up to 60 people. Weddings, parties or seminars can be hosted in total privacy.
The panoramic lounge bar features daily live music and Phuket's coolest drinks. Enjoy our famous Sunday Brunches!

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Phuket Hoteliers meet once a month under the umbrella of the Skal Club Phuket. This Thursday, 19th of February, the dinner is held at The Mangosteen Boutique Resort & Spa! Phuket’s most romantic Boutique Resort offers a beautiful atmosphere for this event – don’t miss it! Mangosteen is featuring a sumptuous buffet on the pool deck! 1.100 Baht including drinks only, reservation at 076-289399 or via e-mail: hajo@mangosteen-phuket.com – http://www.mangosteen-phuket.com

Phuket Hoteliers, members of the Skal Club Phuket, are meeting on the 19th of February at The Mangosteen Resort & Spa. The Mangosteen Chef is preparing a sumptuous buffet line with grill on the pool deck for approximately 60 person. Visit our website to see where we meet:  http://www.mangosteen-phuket.com Guests are welcome and can reserve by e-mail hajo@mangosteen-phuket.com

Skål is the only international organization which brings together all sectors of the travel and tourism industry. Representing the industry's managers and executives, Skål members meet at local, national and international level in an environment of friendship to discuss subjects of common interest.

The first Club was founded in Paris in 1932 by travel trade managers who had been on an educational tour of Scandinavia and so the idea of professionals in travel and tourism working closely together in a spirit of friendship was born. The idea of professionalism and international friendship became immediately so popular that in l934, Skål achieved international status with the formation of the Association Internationale des Skål Clubs (A.I.S.C.), on the initiative of the first President of the Paris Skål Club and the man considered the "Father of Skål", Florimond Volckaert. The Association is now known worldwide as "Skål International".

From that modest beginning, Skål now numbers almost 25,000 members in over 500 Clubs spread throughout more than 80 countries. As in other associations of professionals most Skål activities take place locally, but the movement also features National and Area Committees under the umbrella of Skål International, which has its permanent General Secretariat in Torremolinos, Spain.

Skål International is governed by an Executive Committee of seven members, elected by member delegates to the General Assembly, which is held in conjunction with the World Congress. The General Secretariat is the management body. This five-day Congress is hosted by a different country each year, thus offering members and their companions the opportunity of observing, at first hand, the travel and tourism industry potential of other countries.

Phuket, 17.02.2009 – The Mangosteen Resort & Spa, Hajo von Keller

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