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Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70

Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70

Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you

Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you

The Patong Bay Hill Resort - Modern Luxury in Patong

The Patong Bay Hill Resort - Modern Luxury in Patong

Bicycling with an Angle: The great outdoors with two wheels and a collapsible rod

Bicycling with an Angle: The great outdoors with two wheels and a collapsible rod

Quirky accommodation: Something for the more adventurous traveller

Quirky accommodation: Something for the more adventurous traveller

A Design for Life: An unforgettable stay at TreeHouse Villas on Koh Yao

A Design for Life: An unforgettable stay at TreeHouse Villas on Koh Yao
Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70
Blazing Saddles: Cycling to 70
Sunday 20 January 2019, 03:00PM
I have in my hand a slightly dog-eared, black and white photo of a smiling three-year-old me looking optimistically into the camera. I am sitting among blooming flowers in the back garden of the house in which I grew up in the English Midlands. Just out of frame is my first bicycle, red and yellow with a bashed mudguard. It seems that even at this tender age I’d already mas­tered the noble art of riding into things.
Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you
Snorkelling: safe or dangerous? It’s up to you
Saturday 19 January 2019, 02:00PM
Ocean snorkelling is a staple activity amongst tourists vis­iting Phuket, and for good rea­son. The surrounding waters contain dozens of beautiful islands and reefs, perfect for a beautiful day with the fishes. So, fully-stocked beach bag in hand, you climb aboard the van that will whisk you away to your next Phuket fantasy trip. Beautiful and ex­otic sea life awaits.
The Patong Bay Hill Resort - Modern Luxury in Patong
The Patong Bay Hill Resort - Modern Luxury in Patong
Monday 7 January 2019, 02:41PM
Truly a hidden gem, the Patong Bay Hill Resort boasts modern luxury in Patong. Nestled high above the neighborhood in Hasib Pee Hill the Patong Bay Hill Resort is a contemporary resort which overlooks the Andaman Sea. The Patong Bay Hill Resort offers majestic panoramic city views that look out into Patong Bay. The luxurious selection of resort accommodation is built in a modern style with fine design and furnishings. The spacious accommodation has all the latest conveniences and offers comfort and relaxation after a long flight or journey. Location is everything, and the Patong Bay Hill Resort is the perfect hideaway destination. Tucked into the hills, the verdant resort grounds are surrounded by lush, tropical nature. The atmosphere is tranquil and relaxing. If you are looking for secluded, luxury accommodation in Patong, the Patong Bay Hill Resort delivers. The tropical, modern, luxury resort offers a variety of one bedroom suites. The suites are modern with a contemporary design. Think sleek, modern and extremely comfortable. Each suite features a terrace or balcony and has sea views or tropical garden views. A few of the suites even have a private Jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing and watching the sun set over Patong Bay with a glass of wine or champagne! The Patong Bay Hill Resort offers our valued guests a full range of amenities designed to ensure that the stay with us is as relaxing and comfortable as possible. Featured room amenities include a fully functional kitchenette, microwave, minibar and refrigerator. Bathroom amenities such as toiletries, bathrobes and bedrooms slippers are also provided. For those seeking entertainment, satellite and cable television is available and the free WiFi is fast and strong. Daily housekeeping is provided, and each evening, our staff offer turndown service. The Patong Bay Hill Resort is spacious. It consists of 13 buildings with 384 units. 183 of these units are located on the ground floor, which enables direct pool access. Just imagine walking out of your one bedroom suite and jumping right into the swimming pool! Newly built, the Patong Bay Hill Resort features a wide range of guest facilities and services to ensure that you have the most enjoyable and comfortable holiday possible. There is a convenient on site bar and restaurant which serves delicious food and drinks. The Patong Bay Hill Resort Restaurant serves a delectable combination of Thai favourites and international food. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks are all available at the restaurant on the premises. Interested in seeing more of what Patong has to offer? We have a free shuttle service that heads down into the electric hustle and bustle of Patong so guests can check out the beach, the infamous Bangla Road, shopping centres and various tourist attractions. If you need advice about where to go, be sure to talk to our helpful staff at the Patong Bay Hill Resort. As many of them are locals or Phuket natives, they will be sure to share some of their insider tips. Have further questions? Get in touch with the Patong Bay Hill Resort directly to book modern, luxury accommodation in Patong.
Bicycling with an Angle: The great outdoors with two wheels and a collapsible rod
Bicycling with an Angle: The great outdoors with two wheels and a collapsible rod
Sunday 6 January 2019, 02:00PM
My passion for cycling arrived at about the same time as my passion for trout fishing, when I was a slip of a lad of 10 summers or so. I was lucky enough to find myself growing up in a family of keen anglers and spent many happy boyhood hours with my grandfather, father and sundry Scottish uncles trying to entice trout onto the end of a line and subsequently into a frying pan.
Quirky accommodation: Something for the more adventurous traveller
Quirky accommodation: Something for the more adventurous traveller
Saturday 5 January 2019, 01:07PM
Thai seniors, aged 60 and older, are Airbnb’s most active users. Usage of the home rental site Airbnb has rapidly increased among Thai seniors, leading them to be the most active users in the world, according to Airbnb’s analytics.
A Design for Life: An unforgettable stay at TreeHouse Villas on Koh Yao
A Design for Life: An unforgettable stay at TreeHouse Villas on Koh Yao
Sunday 23 December 2018, 01:00PM
As the boat leaves the quay at Yacht Haven Marina you can sense the expectation among my fellow passengers. Sunglasses are down, Samsonite luggage secured, as we are whisked off across the blue waters to what looks like, based on all the promotional images, the remote tropical paradise Robinson Crusoe would have found if he’d been lucky enough to have been shipwrecked on an island owned by Bill Gates, who had employed Philippe Starck as an art director.
Andaman Embrace - A charming and surprisingly peaceful hideaway in the heart of Patong
Andaman Embrace - A charming and surprisingly peaceful hideaway in the heart of Patong
Friday 14 December 2018, 12:02PM
A trip to Patong can seem a daunting affair for a less-than-patient and rather cantankerous middle-aged expat. We’ll scoff at the behaviour, deny having been there for months, knowing full well by midnight we’ll be howling in the karaoke bars and heading to the neon underbelly like a moth to the flame.
The Bay and Beach Club
The Bay and Beach Club
Monday 3 December 2018, 02:44PM
Looking for a luxury resort? With a prime location just meters away from some of the island’s most bustling nightlife, The Bay and Beach Club is a luxurious beachfront resort located on the beach in the heart of Patong. The Bay and Beach Club offers absolute beachfront accommodation in the heart of Patong, including luxury services & facilities as well as Phuket’s coolest beach club. Enjoy an elegant and luxurious stay at The Bay and Beach Club. There are a variety of luxurious accommodations on offer at The Bay and Beach Club, ranging from Deluxe Rooms to Luxury Beach Suites to Pool and Beach Suites to Two Bedroom Suites. Modern and contemporary in design, each room type features an open chill out lounge and balcony space for you to relax, take in the sights and enjoy the resort’s superb beachfront setting. Each accommodation at The Bay and Beach Club is fully equipped with a functional kitchenette, which makes preparing simple meals and late night snacks a breeze. Other amenities include WiFi, satellite TV, a fully stocked minibar, in-room safe and room service, in case you would like to dine on various dishes from the on-site restaurant. Interested in learning more about the accommodation types available at The Bay and Beach Club? Check out the all new website thebayandbeachclub.com Booking directly through the website offers its advantages. Contact The Bay and Beach Club to find out more! The Bay and Beach Club is home to a delectable restaurant which serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, light snacks and beverages. The Chef’s fresh dishes feature a modern interpretation of a traditional menu with succulent flavours and high quality ingredients. The restaurant is open daily from 10:00AM-10:00PM. Located within KUDO Beach Club, guests are welcome to dine around the pool, on the beach or on the club’s comfortable sun loungers. For more information on the restaurant and what KUDO Beach Club has to offer, visit KUDO Beach Club If breakfast is what you are after, you can expect a scrumptious breakfast buffet featuring a range of Thai and international favourites served daily from 6:30AM-10:30AM. Located on the second floor of KUDO Beach Club, your breakfast will be accompanied by sweeping panoramic views over Patong Bay. A stay at The Bay and Beach Club is sure to be a memorable one. The luxurious resort is located on the sands of Patong Beach, shaded by swaying palm trees and within easy access to KUDO Beach Club, which is Phuket’s coolest beach club. The Bay and Beach Club has a very boutique resort feel to it as there are only 26 luxurious and spacious rooms. A few of the room types offer a soothing, private Jacuzzi on the balcony which will definitely enhance the overall mood of your holiday. Ready to book your stay in one of Phuket’s most luxurious resorts? Visit The Bay and Beach Club to make a direct booking.
One with the ocean - A day underwater with We Freedive
One with the ocean - A day underwater with We Freedive
Saturday 1 December 2018, 10:00AM
The magnetic beauty of the oceans and exploration of the mysterious life within has captured the human spirit since the very earliest of times. From the first use of diving bells, which was recorded by the Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BC, the ocean has hypnotised humans to return from whence we once came.
Bangkok in a day
Bangkok in a day
Monday 19 November 2018, 10:00AM
Bangkok. It’s always a challenge, when you have out-of-towners come to stay, as to where to go and what to visit? You try to give visitors a unique and authentic view of ‘daily life’ in and around the metropolis, so new ideas are always welcome.
The Great Escape - A peaceful weekend in Cape Panwa
The Great Escape - A peaceful weekend in Cape Panwa
Saturday 10 November 2018, 11:00AM
The pace and persistent nature of the busy modern world often finds us seeking a haven to unwind in those precious days off or weekends. The term ‘haven’ derives from the Old Norse word for ‘harbour’, a place where ships find shelter from the storm.
Explore rustic Singapore in Pulau Ubin
Explore rustic Singapore in Pulau Ubin
Monday 13 August 2018, 09:00AM
Of the more than 60 islands that make up Singapore, Pulau Ubin is said to be among the most cherished by Singaporeans. Unlike other major islands of the city-state, it is still home to thriving nature and a small number of people who continue to live the rural lifestyle that reminds visitors of what much of the republic was like half a century ago.
A Breath of Fresh Air. Oxygenated ride along the pine beach.
A Breath of Fresh Air. Oxygenated ride along the pine beach.
Sunday 5 August 2018, 09:00AM
The so-called Green Season is upon us in Phuket, a marketer’s name for the rainy season if ever I heard one! Do those marketing Johnnies really think that by not mentioning the dreaded words “rainy, monsoon, wet” and so on that they can fool everyone into believing that we don’t get just the occasional drenching at this time of year?
mu Space makes history for Asia with successful Blue Origin flight
mu Space makes history for Asia with successful Blue Origin flight
Thursday 19 July 2018, 01:00PM
Aerospace company Blue Origin successfully launched today the New Shepard space vehicle from Van Horn, Texas, with its first payload from Asia to be on-board. The six-kilogram payload, sent by satellite and space company mu Space Corp, contains experiments from several universities and space agencies in Thailand.
Propose whilst orbiting the moon for a mere $145m
Propose whilst orbiting the moon for a mere $145m
Wednesday 18 July 2018, 10:00AM
Traditionally an engagement ring of sufficient value to show your commitment to a future partner was deemed to cost three months’ pay. Yikes! Well, prepare to ‘level up’ to entice your loved one to accept your romantic advances.
A Canter Around Lanta
A Canter Around Lanta
Sunday 15 July 2018, 11:00AM
Koh Lanta is about four hours’ drive south from the bridge off Phuket and when I first visited the island back in 2004, just before the tsunami, I described it as “Paradise Postponed” in several articles I wrote.
Southern Thai charms: Phuket boom spurs European architectural influence in Thailand
Southern Thai charms: Phuket boom spurs European architectural influence in Thailand
Sunday 8 July 2018, 03:00PM
If you could travel back in time, would you like to immerse yourself in the dawn of Peranakan culture? This fascinating marriage of Sino-Portuguese communities, that in the 19th century developed their cultural identity, lives on today in Southern Thailand and is also responsible for some of the region’s most remarkable architecture.
Warm waters: Natural hot springs in Phang Nga make for a relaxing day trip away from the island
Warm waters: Natural hot springs in Phang Nga make for a relaxing day trip away from the island
Saturday 30 June 2018, 02:00PM
On a recent weekend my family and I decided to make a day trip to a familiar hot-spring resort located just in Phang Nga province, north of Phuket. We have visited the Hotspring Beach Resort and Spa two times before and we always really enjoyed the experience, it is the perfect destination for a leisurely day trip to get off the island on the weekend.
Blazing Saddles: Riding in Hat Thai Mueang National Park is like stepping back in time
Blazing Saddles: Riding in Hat Thai Mueang National Park is like stepping back in time
Saturday 26 May 2018, 10:30AM
I am by no means original in my thoughts regarding the ability to travel through time on a bicycle. The Victorian novelist HG Wells was a tremendous bicycle lover to whom the quote, “Whenever I see an adult on a bicycle, I do not despair for the future of the human race” is often attributed.
Jamie's Phuket: Reflections on the small pleasures of a family day trip
Jamie's Phuket: Reflections on the small pleasures of a family day trip
Saturday 12 May 2018, 11:00AM
From our house it’s about 100 kilometres to the beachside tourist town of Khao Lak and we’ve done several little holidays in Khao Lak over the years.
Laguna Property
MontAzure
tile-it - Phuket’s Quality Tile Boutique
HeadStart International School Phuket
One Michelin Starred Chef Massimiliano Celeste
ZUMA Restaurant
Thai Residential
Earth Wind and Fire Experience feat Al McKay at Cafe del Mar Phuke
Harvey Law Corporation
MACNELS SHIPPING PHUKET
Blue Horizon WCGC 2019
Dan About Thailand
777 Beach Condo
China International Boat Show 2019
Express Carpet and Decor