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Posted 10th March 2011, by admin, and filed under News Update, Phuket E-Magazine
Surge in Entries Makes Annual Event Asia’s
Fastest-Growing Destination Marathon
Surge in Entries Makes Annual Event Asia’sFastest-Growing Destination Marathon
Record numbers of runners from around the world are racing to Phuket to “Run Paradise” amid the island’s picture postcard tropical scenery in the sixth annual Laguna Phuket International Marathon on Sunday, 12 June. International entries since registration opened in October have surged 20 per cent from the same period last year – putting the 2011 marathon on course to smash last year’s record of more than 4,600 entries from some 45 countries. Year-on-year growth since the inaugural 2006 event makes Laguna Phuket International Marathon the biggest and fastest-growing destination marathon in Asia. The “Run Paradise” tagline is an apt description of the event, which sees runners of all ages on a mainly flat course that takes in rubber and pineapple plantations, beach views, local villages and the tropical lagoons of Laguna Phuket – all in a family-friendly carnival atmosphere. As well as the full marathon there’s a half marathon, 10.5km run, 2km children’s race and 5km family walk. And a two-day expo with sponsor booths and fun activities around Laguna Phuket will stoke the carnival atmosphere as runners from around Thailand, the Asian region and elsewhere in the world gather to take part. Race Director Roman Floesser of organiser Go Adventure Asia, said: “We don’t encourage runners to strive for personal best times, but to enjoy the scenery and the complete race experience. That’s also a reason why we don’t offer prize money – it’s all about participation and having fun.” Runners are encouraged to take part in fundraising, either for their own chosen charity, or for Laguna Phuket’s community initiative to support local schools. Early Bird registration is open until the end of March and online registration until 4 June. Hotel specials at all Laguna Phuket resorts and hotels are available for instant booking on the event website. For further information or to register, visit: www.phuketmarathon.com |
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Posted 3rd March 2011, by admin, and filed under Hotel & Accommodation in Phuket, News Update, Phuket E-Magazine
There’s a world of choice with special Thai Tour Thai rates at Laguna Phuket’s
collection of deluxe hotels and villas this summer for Thai residents and resident
expats with work permits. Explore all that Asia’s finest destination resort has to
offer with these great deals:
Banyan Tree Phuket Deluxe Villa for THB 10,950 nett, valid until 31March 2011. THB 8,000 nett, valid from 1 April – 31 October 2011. Reservations: 076 324 374; banyantree@lagunaphuket.com
Sheraton Grande Laguna Laguna Room for THB 4,500 nett, valid until 31 March 201. THB 2,900 nett, valid from 1 Apr – 30 June 2011. Reservations: 076 324 101; sheraton@lagunaphuket.com
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket Deluxe Lagoon View Room for THB 3,500 nett, valid until 31 October 2011. Reservations; 076 362 999; dusit@lagunaphuket.com
Laguna Beach Resort Superior Room for THB 4,500 nett, valid from 3 March – 30 April 2011 THB 2,800 nett, valid 1May until 31October 2011 Reservations: 076 324 352; beachresort@lagunaphuket.com
Outrigger Laguna Phuket Resort & Villas Two-bedroom Villa for THB 6,500 nett, valid from 1 April – 15 December 2011. Reservations: 076 336 900; laguna@outrigger.co.th
Best Western Allamanda Laguna Phuket Junior Suite for THB 2,900 nett, valid from 1 April – 31 October 2011 Reservations: 076 362 700; reservations-phuket@allamanda.com
Laguna Holiday Club Phuket Resort Studio Suite for THB 3,999 nett, valid from 3 March – 31 March 2011 THB 2,399 nett, valid from 1 April – 15 December 2011 Reservations: 076 271 888; reservation@lagunaholidayclub.com Rates are on a per room basis, including 10% service charge and applicable government taxes, and subject to availability. Included is daily breakfast for two ( except Outrigger Laguna Phuket which includes breakfast for four), welcome drinks on arrival and signing privileges at dining outlets at all Laguna Phuket hotels. Identification or work permit may be requested on check-in. And special bonuses are available for bookings made by visitors to the Laguna Phuket booth (C 051-C 052) at the 21st Thai Teaw Thai 2011 in the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre from 3-6 March: Buy 3 nights, receive one FREE lunch for 2 at host hotel. Buy 4 nights, receive one FREE dinner for 2 at host hotel. “Buy one get one free” body massage at Banyan Tree Spa & Angsana Spas in Laguna Phuket. 30% discount on selected merchandise at Banyan Tree & Angsana Gallery outlets in Laguna Phuket. 50% discount on visitor rate for 18 holes at Laguna Phuket Golf Club. Special price offer: only THB 1,500 for Phuket FantaSea includes show with dinner and round trip transfer. For more information, please visit http://www.lagunaphuket.com/promotions/thaitourthai/ |
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Posted 26th February 2011, by admin, and filed under Hotel & Accommodation in Phuket, News Update, Phuket E-Magazine
Laguna Beach Resort, a cornerstone hotel property of the deluxe Laguna Phuket destination resort, will soon undergo a change of ownership. Laguna Hotels & Resorts Plc., the joint owning company of Laguna Beach Resort, has agreed to sell its shareholding in the hotel for THB 723, 565, 000 to Laguna Phuket Club Co. Ltd., a Thai company controlled by Real Estate Equity Partners (RECAP), an Asian-focused real estate private equity fund. Laguna’s joint venture partner in the hotel has also agreed to sell the remaining shares to Laguna Phuket Club Co. Ltd., to give Recap full ownership of the 252-room deluxe beachfront property. Completion of the deal is expected in May, 2011. Laguna Beach Resort was the second hotel to be built in Laguna Phuket when it opened in 1992 and is now one of seven deluxe hotel and villa properties in the resort complex.
The operations of Laguna Beach Resort and the Laguna Phuket integrated resort complex will be unaffected by the change of ownership. RECAP, headed by chairman Suchad Chiaranussati, has a high-profile presence in Thailand’s real estate market. It acquired Jungceylon shopping complex and hotel in Phuket in 2006 and has also invested in Bangkok’s prestigious four-tower Millennium Residence development. The change in Laguna Beach Resort’s ownership comes six months after Laguna sold another hotel, the Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, to Dusit Thani Plc. for THB 2.62 billion. Both transactions are in line with Laguna’s publicly disclosed strategy of divesting part of its interests in Thailand, enabling focus on emerging opportunities elsewhere in Asia. Laguna also recently announced that Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts will take over operations of the Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket when the current management contract with Starwood Hotels & Resorts expires on 30 June 2011. The property will undergo a five-month THB 500 million refurbishment and re-open in December as the Angsana Laguna Phuket. Michael Ayling, managing director of Laguna Resorts & Hotels, said: “These recent developments all reflect our commitment to developing our business in Phuket and elsewhere in the region, without compromising our renowned levels of customer service.” |
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Posted 15th February 2011, by admin, and filed under Hotel & Accommodation in Phuket, Phuket E-Magazine, Promotion Update
Kids Stay, Play and Eat Free at Four-Month Festival until 31 Oct
The Laguna Phuket Summer Family Festival explodes into action again this year with another four-month carnival of spectacular fun, extra benefits and added value for all Laguna hotel guests. From its launch on 25 June until 31 October at the luxury Thai resort on beautiful Bang Tao beach, guests can enjoy these benefits:
The popular Kidz Fun Zone, professionally operated by Quest Laguna Phuket Adventure, offers daily morning (10am-12pm) and afternoon (2-5pm) activities during the Summer Family Festival until 22 August, including Wacky Games, Sports Skills, Little Chefs, Treasure Hunts, Wet ‘n’ Wild and Adventure Antics, as well as high ropes activities and rock climbing in the Quest forest – for just THB200 per session after the introductory free session. Fun-packed evening activities and entertainment are staged in and around the Festival marquee in Canal Shopping Village, at the heart of the Laguna Phuket resort. A Kidzole flying trapeze, bouncy castle, visits by baby elephants, Kidz Lounge with movies and video games, and much more will keep the youngsters occupied while parents kick back in the Festival Beer Tent with Happy Hour bar prices, barbecue fare, music and entertainment, and live telecasts of international sporting events.
The Laguna Phuket Summer Family Festival was a runaway success last year, with hundreds of Laguna guests and local residents flocking to the daily events and festivities. Quest’s Kidz Fun Zone proved particularly popular, with one parent commenting: “Our child loved going to the Fun Zone, he wants to come back next year, as we do. It’s a wonderful thing for the children and parents. I will highly recommend to all our friends back home. The Fun Zone team are all wonderful.” Another popular attraction this year is set to be renowned Australian artist and designer Christopher Hogan – scheduled to reprise his role as the Laguna Phuket Summer Family Festival Artist-in-Residence, with daily art classes for children and adults. For more information, schedule of events and details on promotions please visit: www.lagunaphuket.com/familyfestival |
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Posted 3rd February 2011, by admin, and filed under Event & Calendar Phuket, Event Update, News Update, Phuket E-Magazine, Promotion Update
Valentine’s Day All Year at Laguna Phuket Valentine’s Day is celebrated on more than just 14 February this year at Laguna Phuket’s Chapel-on-the-Lagoon wedding venue – the stunning waterfront Chapel offers a special feature-packed Valentine’s Day package at just THB 149,000++* for weddings held throughout the year right up to 30 November. The glass-walled Chapel-on-the-Lagoon, with views across a west-facing tropical lagoon, is a fairytale setting for unforgettable dream weddings in exotic surroundings. The Valentine’s Day package includes use of the air-conditioned Chapel; celebrant to conduct the marriage ceremony; private ferry for bride and groom from hotel to Chapel; video and photography services; exclusively designed photo album; hair and make-up for bride; wedding cake; bottle of champagne; one hour open bar and a baby elephant for photos. Bookings must be confirmed before 1 April. The bridal couple is required to stay at a Laguna Phuket hotel for minimum two nights and the package is for maximum 30 guests (additional guests at THB 1,500++ each). Enquiries and bookings: Laguna Phuket Wedding Chapel. Tel: +66 76 362 330 ext 2302-2304; e-mail: weddings@lagunaphuket.com; www.lagunaphuketweddings.com *Rate subject to 10% service charge and 7% government tax. |
