tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4020092885736844392024-03-20T02:51:23.443-07:00Arysa's Guide to Phuketpui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-91936370372257552112011-07-06T04:02:00.000-07:002011-07-06T04:02:48.590-07:00Drive Safely in Phuket - A Guide<div align="center" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-align: center;"><span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Driving Safety</span></b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> - </span></b>If you drive in Thailand, try to bear in mind the following:<b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div><ul style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; list-style-image: initial; list-style-position: initial; list-style-type: disc; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: initial; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive slowly. Most accidents happen to drivers travelling in excess of 65 kph on the highway and 30 kph in built up areas; conditions in Phuket rarely warrant going faster. At low speeds, a driver can cope with sudden changes in the traffic situation. Remember, the faster you go, the harder you crash, and the more serious your injuries. Most insurance policies do not cover injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a matter of practical etiquette, larger vehicles have right-of-way. This means that, if a dump truck pulls into your lane travelling in the opposite direction because he wants to pass slower traffic, you should pull to the left. Also, at intersections with traffic circles, vehicles in the intersection have right-of-way; you must stop and let them enter your lane.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Use your rear-view mirrors frequently to monitor the situation behind, and pull to the left for faster vehicles trying to overtake you. Look over your shoulder when changing lanes.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Motorcyclists should use the left-shoulder motorcycle lane where available, and always wear crash helmets. Watch out for dogs and other animals--if you hit one on a motorcycle, chances are you'll be hurt more than the dog!<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">It rains here often, making roads slippery. This is especially dangerous for motorcyclists slowing to a stop at intersections. Beware of potholes hiding beneath puddles of water after heavy rains.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive defensively. Put no faith in stop signs, traffic lights, or the rules of the road; honour them yourself, but don't be surprised when others don't. Fasten your seatbelts where provided.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom-style: none; border-color: initial; border-left-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-top-color: rgba(128, 128, 128, 0.496094); border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 1px; border-width: initial; color: black;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Don't allow yourself to become agitated by rude drivers, it's pointless and it only aggravates an already chaotic situation on the roads.</span></li>
</ul>pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-82767188818841334952011-07-06T03:59:00.000-07:002011-07-06T03:59:55.727-07:00Getting Around Phuket<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Phuket is an Island that is only 48 kilometres from south to north and 21 kilometres from east to west. That makes it easy to getting around and see the entire island in 1 day if you so wish. There are many free maps that you can get at the airport, tour agents, hotels and shopping centres. Use these maps to navigate around on your own, the size of the island makes this very easy.<o:p></o:p></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">Going from Patong to Phuket town only takes about 20 minutes and in less than an hour you can reach just about any point in the island! The main roads in Phuket are generally in good condition. You can find road signs in both English and Thai this to make navigation easy for every body. The roads are limited in Phuket thanks to the High Mountains that is stopping the way. Many times you will be required to drive around the mountain in stead of driving over them.<o:p></o:p></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">When you travel in Phuket or other parts of Thailand we recommend that you do drive carefully, the Thais are a kind and smiling people until they get out in the traffic.<o:p></o:p></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">In the traffic Thais are never willing to let any one else go first; the traffic is more or less with out working rules and regulations. The best thing to do is follow the flow of the traffic and watch your rear mirrors on both sides. The Thais drive pas other cars on both sides and not like the west world on one and same side! The motorbikes they drive on the side that is simplest at the moment to drive on.<o:p></o:p></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt;">If you are passing a road on foot, there is no one that will stop to let you go over the road. Do be very care full even if it is a marked crosswalk. Most of the Thai people do have driving license, but they get it buy going to the police station and asking for one. The knowledge that is needed to get the license is almost non existing! Thanks to this they do not have any trained skills in driving and regulations.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: red; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;">Just recently a Street Map has been produced and is now on sale on the island, it is very good and has a more detail than the usual tourist maps.</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">Arysa Resort</a> is perfectly located to take advantage of what we believe is the best part of the island, but also easy to get to the more well know sights. Check out <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g293920-d2078112-Reviews-Arysa_Phuket_Resort-Phuket.html" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">tripadvisor.com </a>as well as the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">facebook </a>page .</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Darren & Pui at Arysa can provide your Car/Motorbike Rental or Tour Booking needs. </b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>There is a fabulous Bar on site with reasonably price food & drink , Free Wifi , True Vision if you like you sporting events or just want to chill watching a movie through the day.</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>email <a href="mailto:pui_daz@yahoo.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">pui_daz@yahoo.com</a> for rates or information. or call<span class="skype_pnh_print_container">+660892226197</span><span class="skype_pnh_container" dir="ltr" tabindex="-1"><span class="skype_pnh_highlighting_inactive_common" dir="ltr" skypeaction="skype_dropdown" title="Call this phone number in Thailand with Skype: +66892226197"><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_span" skypeaction="skype_dropdown" title="Skype actions"><span class="skype_pnh_dropart_flag_span" skypeaction="skype_dropdown" style="background-position: -5459px 1px !important;"> </span> </span></span></span></b></span></span>pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-7633231137162905652011-06-19T00:03:00.000-07:002011-06-19T00:12:16.390-07:00Uncover Phukets Secrets<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">A part of the island that is hardly mentioned when holiday makers tell their friends their stories of Phuket is Cape Panwa & Ao Yon bay. This is such a shame because if all you have is memories is Tuk Tuk & Jet Ski touts, Overpriced drinks on Bangla Rd and the usual tourist experience of Patong, Kata & Karon, then you have missed a lot of the natural beauty of the island.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Now i'm going to tell you a secret but dont tell everyone as we want to keep this stuff all to ourselves, if you travel to the<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"> South West Cape of Phuket, “Laem Panwa” or “Cape Panwa”. Then follow the signs to the Phuket Aquarium, but turn right into a narrow lane approximatley 500m past the Deep Sea Port. This should take you up and down some small steep hills, and deliver you to The Secret Beach.</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">There are two great little bars here The Ship Inn which is run by Flower & her Thai family with a little help from her English husband Zow. Well Zow is a real character and a lot of fun, with many tales to tell. The food at the Ship is very good and the drinks are cheap.Best of all you have the fabulous views while sat in the bar while listening to the local sailors tell their tales. Zow also runs a fishing charter from here and his experience really gives you a great chance of catching that monster fish.</span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><a href="http://www.thesecretcove.info/">The Secret Cove</a> is next door has a </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">bar that is made from a traditional Long Tail boat, facing the sea from 5 meters, you can relax & enjoy tranquil environment with stunning views with food & drinks day and night. Again the food is highly recommended & the drinks are cheap. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">These Bars are located on the only bay on the island offering year round protection from the changing seasons.<br />
Boasting beautiful blue water, clean white sand, and lush green gardens, The secret is not the natural beauty, but the location, making this beach one of the least visited on the island. The perfect place to escape + discover the true meaning of island life.</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">Travel down this little road and you will see some amazing views, I believe the best on Phuket, also you will find the Khao Kha</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">d Viewpoint as mention in our last blog. </span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">Arysa Resort</a> is perfectly located to take advantage of what we believe is the best part of the island, but also easy to get to the more well know sights. Check out <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g293920-d2078112-Reviews-Arysa_Phuket_Resort-Phuket.html" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">tripadvisor.com </a>as well as the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">facebook </a>page .</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Darren & Pui at Arysa can provide your Car/Motorbike Rental or Tour Booking needs. </b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>There is a fabulous Bar on site with reasonably price food & drink , Free Wifi , True Vision if you like you sporting events or just want to chill watching a movie through the day.</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>email <a href="mailto:pui_daz@yahoo.com" style="color: #336699; text-decoration: none;">pui_daz@yahoo.com</a> for rates or information. or call<span class="skype_pnh_container" dir="ltr" style="background-attachment: scroll !important; background-color: transparent !important; background-image: none !important; background-position: 0px 0px !important; background-repeat: no-repeat no-repeat !important; border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; border-bottom-style: none !important; border-bottom-width: 0px !important; border-collapse: separate !important; border-color: initial !important; border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; border-left-style: none !important; border-left-width: 0px !important; border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; border-right-style: none !important; border-right-width: 0px !important; border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) !important; border-top-style: none !important; border-top-width: 0px !important; 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width: 15px !important; word-spacing: normal !important; z-index: 0 !important;"> </span></span> </span></b></span></span>pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-40489330389204997232011-06-15T23:49:00.000-07:002011-06-15T23:49:33.114-07:00Arysa's Guide to Phuket: For Great Views of Phuket<a href="http://arysaphuketresort.blogspot.com/2011/06/for-great-views-of-phuket.html?spref=bl">Arysa's Guide to Phuket: For Great Views of Phuket</a>: "Khao Khad Viewpoint Khao Khad view point tower is one of the most beautiful scenic views in Phuket. It is located at Wichit district (Ao ..."pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-51646589050904265582011-06-15T23:47:00.000-07:002011-06-16T08:00:11.788-07:00For Great Views of Phuket<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: right;"></div><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;">Khao Khad view point tower is one of the most beautiful scenic views in Phuket. It is located at Wichit district (Ao Makam and Cape Panwa) and established by Wichit district government organization.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;">It is accessible via Sakdidej Road through Muang Tong Village and Mudong Canal. The way may seem a little complicated but look for many small guide posts along the road side.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;">With 360 degree spectacular view of the island; Ao Chalong, Cape Panwa, Koh Si Li and Phuket Town and information of each attraction is provided for travelers.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;">There is also a footpath for those who want to work their legs and lose a bit of cellulite. At the viewpoint area, there is an extensive car park, souvenir shop and clean toilet.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #333333;">Note : The place is not unsuitable for the old aged person</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Great View with Big Budda in the distance</td></tr>
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</span></div>pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-402009288573684439.post-2999094169215180272011-06-15T03:06:00.000-07:002011-06-15T03:15:50.636-07:00Ao Yon a secret Gem<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333;"><span class="ds35" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 20px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 20px; color: #333333; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; letter-spacing: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">f you are looking for the perfect place for relaxation then <a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort">Arysa Phuket Resort </a>would like to recommend</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"> </span></span><span class="ds35" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; color: #333333; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ao Yon Beach, it is a secret gem and surely qualifies for being the most beautiful beach of southeast Phuket. Located in the south of Cape Panwa, Ao Yon bay is split into two sections. </span></span></span><br />
<div style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="ds35" style="color: #333333; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 0px; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">Whereas the eastern part features a small sandy beach along the road with easy access but only average appeal, the western beach is blessed with breathtaking beauty. When the water retreats at low tide, a huge white sandy beach shows up, although at high tide there is not much left of it.</span><span class="ds32" style="color: #333333;"><span class="ds28"><span class="ds30" style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="ds34"><br />
</span></span></span></span></span></div><div style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; color: #333333;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span class="ds32" style="color: #333333;"><span class="ds28"><span class="ds30" style="font-weight: bold;"><span class="ds34">The bay is occupied by the boats of Phuket Yacht Club Ao Yon, but you will hardly see any tourists on beach. As there are no sunchairs for rent, it is more a place for individualists to </span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;">enjoy a gorgeous lonely beach.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; color: black;"><img alt="Western section of Ao Yon Beach on Phuket" src="http://www.phuket-info.asia/Webpics/AoYon1.jpg" /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>There are a few restaurants and bars located locally that offer great food at reasonable prices. Cape Panwa nearby has a few shops, restaurants, bars not to mention some high end hotels, showing the exclusivity of the area. It is also a great place to get a longtail to Coral Island ( we will cover that in later blogs). </b></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort">Arysa Resort</a> is perfectly located to take advantage of what we believe is the best part of the island, but also easy to get to the more well know sights. Check out <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Hotel_Review-g293920-d2078112-Reviews-Arysa_Phuket_Resort-Phuket.html">tripadvisor.com </a>as well as the <a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort">facebook </a>page .</b></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif;"><b>Darren & Pui at Arysa can provide your Car/Motorbike Rental or Tour Booking needs. </b></span><br />
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 20.0pt;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort">‘ARYSA’</a> GUIDE TO PHUKET !!!<o:p></o:p></span></div><strong><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Phuket</span></strong><span class="apple-converted-space"><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;"> </span></span><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">is one of the most popular travel destinations in Southeast Asia. Located on the southern most tip of Thailand, the island jewel has more than 20 scenic white sand beaches, crystal clear blue waters and colour reefs rich with sea life. Phuket also features green tropical jungles, spectacular views, limestone cliffs, cool waterfalls and dozens of lush neighbouring islands.<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><br />
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 1; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;"> <td style="background: #B2DFFF; padding: 2.25pt 2.25pt 2.25pt 2.25pt;"> <div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Phuket is an island on the southwest side of Thailand in the Andaman Sea (which is in the Indian Ocean) lying between 7' 45" and 8' 15" north latitude and from 98' 15" to 98' 40" west longitude. 32 smaller islands that form part of the same administration with a total area of 570 square kilometres surround Thailand's largest island, Phuket. Phuket measures 21.3 kilometres at its widest point and 48.7 kilometres at its longest. It is bounded thus:<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Since the early 1980's the tourist business has been Phuket's chief source of income. Hotels,<br />
restaurants, tour companies, and souvenir shops are much in evidence on the west coast. However, while the once all-important tin mining has ceased, tourism is by no means the island's only activity. Agriculture remains important to a large number of people and covers by far the largest portion of the island. Principal crops are rubber, coconuts, cashews, and pineapples. Prawn farming has largely taken over the east and south coasts. Pearl farming is also important. Phuket's fishing port is at all times filled. Processing of marine products, mainly fish, makes a significant contribution to the economy.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">With so many healthy industries supplying income, construction has become a major factor in employment. This ranges from massive public works projects, large office buildings, hotels and housing estates with hundreds of units down to single family homes, apartments and room additions.<o:p></o:p></span></b></div></td> </tr>
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<tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 1; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;"> <td style="background: #D8EFFF; padding: 2.25pt 2.25pt 2.25pt 2.25pt;"> <div class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">Phuket is the gem of the Andaman Sea with golden-sand beaches, crystal clear blue waters and coral reefs rich with sea life. Surrounded by 32 smaller islands, all close enough to visit on a 1-day cruise, Phuket is a Mecca for diving, snorkelling and sun bathing. Experienced and novice divers can enjoy a variety of underwater landscapes with professional guides throughout the year where the water temperature always hovers at around +30 degrees centigrade (86 Fahrenheit).<o:p></o:p></span></div><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">For land-lovers, there are also many sights from which to choose. The island hosts spectacular views from high mountain peaks accented by limestone and lush green jungles. There are also a number of beautiful waterfalls, parks and nature reserves for the outdoor explorer. Butterflies, tropical fish and orchids can also be enjoyed at the local farms and aquariums, while cultural and architectural attractions include Buddhist Temples and Nineteenth Century mansions.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">In this Guide is a list of some of Phuket’s most interesting places for travellers. Rent a car (or a boat!) for a couple of days and take your time to see all the island has to offer. If you would prefer a tour we can organise everything for you!!! (just ask Daz or Pui) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We invite your feedback and questions, and hope to help make your dream trip to our beautiful island paradise a reality!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Phang Nga Bay is unique. A day out here is an unforgettable experience that will definitely get you thinking. A distinctive feature of the bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald-green waters. These islands are home to sheltered fauna that are possible to observe on certain tours. James Bond Island and Koh Panyee are just two of the more famous spots in this bay.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">By far the best means of enjoying the spectacular scenery is to take one of the boat trips from the northern end of Phuket. A leisurely day trip cruising through the dramatic limestone islands, occasionally stopping to enjoy quiet beaches, is far more rewarding than the standard bus-boat tour<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Sino-Portuguese splendours and funky shops in the most unlikely places will surprise and delight you in the heart of Phuket's sleepy provincial capital. Phuket town offers much more than you think with some excellent restaurants and local sights. The unique blend of colonial and Chinese architecture along with a tangible quaintness makes for a fascinating and unforgettable afternoon spent sauntering around Phuket's Old Town. Expect the unexpected and don't forget your camera.<span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">There are few things in this world to prepare you for an after-dark stroll down Patong's Bangla Road. However, a sense of humour and an open mind are prerequisites if you're looking to have some fun. In fact, there's only one undeniable and obvious fact about Bangla – it's nothing like home. With its ladyboys, exotic girls, enchanted westerners (mostly male) and enough extraverts to fill a Disney cast of thousands, shopping or sipping on a beer at Bangla Road at night is a definite 'Dear Diary' moment<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Simon Cabaret - probably the biggest transvestite cabaret show to be found locally. This show features a spectacular musical floor show performed by the world famous ladyboys of Simon Cabaret. See for yourself - guys, can you tell the difference? And ladies - wouldn't you just die for a figure like that? Fabulous costumes, glitzy and fun<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Wat Chalong is one of Phuket's most important temples and visited by thousands each year. It's beautifully decorated with infinite reflections from hundreds of tiny glass pieces and several pagodas. On special holidays Wat Chalong hosts 'country fairs' with a real local flavour where you can buy just about anything and snack on Thai food to your heart's content. Wat Chalong has an interesting history and is Phuket Island's spiritual centre. You haven't seen Phuket if you've never visited this fascinating temple<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Visible from most of the south of Phuket, the Big Buddha is a recent arrival to the island. The image stands on the top of the Nakkerd Hills and looks down over Chalong, Kata and Rawai. It cost 30 million baht to construct and is 45 metres high. Next to it stands a smaller, golden image that is actually made of brass and there is a shrine near the site's car park. The drive up to the Big Buddha takes you through the 'real' Thailand and the view from the top is enhanced if you take a map to identify the many, many sights<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Rapidly gaining popularity all over the world, Muay Thai is an electrifying spectacle to watch. Visit Saphan Hin Stadium in Phuket City to see regular matches with well-trained martial arts experts. Or try Patong Beach, where you can also see the skill and dexterity of these super-fit fighters. Tradition and courtesy are at the heart of this dangerous contact sport and a good Muay Thai participant is ultra-disciplined in spirit as well as body. Join the spectators and feel the rush. to see regular matches with well-trained martial arts experts.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span></span></div><h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 13.5pt;"><a href="http://www.phuket.com/island/animals.htm"><span style="color: black;">Phuket Zoo and Gardens</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Phuket Zoo, on Soi Phalai off Chao Fa East Rd, near Chalong, houses a wide variety of species in the animal kingdom, from Monitor lizards to tropical birds, butterflies to camels. Also has crocodile, monkey and elephant shows several times a day<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<h1 align="center" style="margin-bottom: 1.2pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #336699; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Phuket Golf ( some of the best courses in Asia)<o:p></o:p></span></h1><h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><a href="http://www.phuket-golf.com/blue-canyon-country-club.htm"><span style="color: black;">Blue Canyon Country Club</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Blue Canyon Country Club, set on 730 acres of land in a secluded valley overlooking Phuket's famous hills, is one of the premier courses in Phuket.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><a href="http://www.phuket-golf.com/laguna-phuket-golf.htm"><span style="color: black;">Laguna Phuket Golf Club</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">The Banyan Tree Golf Club is a resort style 18 hole golf course located within the Laguna Phuket development. Situated on the exclusive Bang Tao Bay on the western shore of Phuket Island, this par 71 layout stretches 6,850 yards from the championship tees.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><a href="http://www.phuket-golf.com/mission-hills-golf.htm"><span style="color: black;">Mission Hills Golf Club</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Mission Hills has been carved from rubber plantations and sits among Phuket's environmentally-friendly mangroves.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><a href="http://www.phuket-golf.com/loch-palm-golf.htm"><span style="color: black;">Loch Palm Golf Club</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Loch Palm Golf Club spreads over a lush, rolling 400 rai (160 acres) hilly plateau. This 18-hole, par 72 course has been masterfully designed to blend beautifully with the natural terrain.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<h4 style="margin-bottom: 2.4pt; margin-left: 0cm; margin-right: 0cm; margin-top: 0cm;"><b><u><span style="color: black; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Phuket Country Club<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></h4><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;">Phuket Country Club established in 1989, is the first and one of the finest golf courses built in Phuket, and lies on a reclaimed tin mine site. The stunning beauty and elegance of the course, together with the typical Thai charm and hospitality will make your golfing joyful and memorable.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</div><span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">In Thailand, beer needs to be refreshed with ice cubes otherwise it goes warm within minutes.What could be considered as a lack of taste in Europe is widely practiced in most local bars. Try it out and you will discover a new way to appreciate your brew...<span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Just take some iced tea/coffee, add ice cubes and a straw and away you go.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">And here it is: Collect the spare plastic plumbing left over from your hotel bathroom construction and build your own sun loungers...<span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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</div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Bamboo scaffolding secured by rope, no safety harnesses; builders, painters and window cleaners among many others daily risk their life at work.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</tbody></table><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Phuket is an Island that is only 48 kilometres from south to north and 21 kilometres from east to west. That makes it easy to getting around and see the entire island in 1 day if you so wish. There are many free maps that you can get at the airport, tour agents, hotels and shopping centres. Use these maps to navigate around on your own, the size of the island makes this very easy.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">Going from Patong to Phuket town only takes about 20 minutes and in less than an hour you can reach just about any point in the island! The main roads in Phuket are generally in good condition. You can find road signs in both English and Thai this to make navigation easy for every body. The roads are limited in Phuket thanks to the High Mountains that is stopping the way. Many times you will be required to drive around the mountain in stead of driving over them.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">When you travel in Phuket or other parts of Thailand we recommend that you do drive carefully, the Thais are a kind and smiling people until they get out in the traffic.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">In the traffic Thais are never willing to let any one else go first; the traffic is more or less with out working rules and regulations. The best thing to do is follow the flow of the traffic and watch your rear mirrors on both sides. The Thais drive pas other cars on both sides and not like the west world on one and same side! The motorbikes they drive on the side that is simplest at the moment to drive on.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9.0pt;">If you are passing a road on foot, there is no one that will stop to let you go over the road. Do be very care full even if it is a marked crosswalk. Most of the Thai people do have driving license, but they get it buy going to the police station and asking for one. The knowledge that is needed to get the license is almost non existing! Thanks to this they do not have any trained skills in driving and regulations.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: red; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">We do not want to scare you, but we like to show you the traffic as it is so that you can handle it when coming here.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Driving Safety</span></b></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif";"> - </span></b>If you drive in Thailand, try to bear in mind the following:<b><span style="color: #3b586c; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Drive slowly. Most accidents happen to drivers travelling in excess of 65 kph on the highway and 30 kph in built up areas; conditions in Phuket rarely warrant going faster. At low speeds, a driver can cope with sudden changes in the traffic situation. Remember, the faster you go, the harder you crash, and the more serious your injuries. Most insurance policies do not cover injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">As a matter of practical etiquette, larger vehicles have right-of-way. This means that, if a dump truck pulls into your lane travelling in the opposite direction because he wants to pass slower traffic, you should pull to the left. Also, at intersections with traffic circles, vehicles in the intersection have right-of-way; you must stop and let them enter your lane.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Use your rear-view mirrors frequently to monitor the situation behind, and pull to the left for faster vehicles trying to overtake you. Look over your shoulder when changing lanes.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Motorcyclists should use the left-shoulder motorcycle lane where available, and always wear crash helmets. Watch out for dogs and other animals--if you hit one on a motorcycle, chances are you'll be hurt more than the dog!<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">It rains here often, making roads slippery. This is especially dangerous for motorcyclists slowing to a stop at intersections. Beware of potholes hiding beneath puddles of water after heavy rains.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Drive defensively. Put no faith in stop signs, traffic lights, or the rules of the road; honour them yourself, but don't be surprised when others don't. Fasten your seatbelts where provided.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">Don't allow yourself to become agitated by rude drivers, it's pointless and it only aggravates an already chaotic situation on the roads.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
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</div><div align="center" class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span class="apple-style-span"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="color: maroon; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;">USEFUL PHRASES<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></span></div><span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Hello (<i>sa-wat dee</i>)</span></b></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">For sure this is the word that all tourists need to learn first. It is used for both "hello" and "goodbye"</span></span><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Thank you (<i>khorb koon</i>)</span></b></span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">When you are in Thailand don't forget you are representing your country so please always try to be polite. This is a useful word to say "thank you" if someone gives you something.</span></span><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">How much? (<i>gee baht</i>)</span></b></span><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">If you are shopping you wil need to ask "how much?" You don't really need to learn "..is this?" or "...is that?" as you can use sign language at the same time<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Where is ...? (<i>... yoo tee nai</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></b></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">I think you will find this phrase very useful. Just point at a place on your map or in your guide book and say "yoo tee nai". Also useful when you are trying to find the right bus to go to Phuket etc.</span></span><span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">I don't want (<i>mai ow</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></b></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">When you are walking down the street or even sitting on the train you will sometimes be approached by vendors who are trying to sell you something. Some of them are very insistent so try this useful phrase.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Sorry (<i>khor toat</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></b></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Another useful phrase to help you be polite. Use this when you have to push by someone on the train or you accidentally stepped on their feet.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Can you make it cheaper? (<i>lot noi dai mai</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></b></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">If you are doing a lot of shopping then try this handy phrase. By speaking a little Thai you might get a better discount.<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">Delicious (<i>a-roi</i>)<o:p></o:p></span></b></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.5pt;">After a delicious meal the cook would love to hear that you found the food delicious. You never know, the next time you go back to the same place she might give you an extra helping<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span class="apple-style-span"><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 13.0pt;">Any other words or Phrase you would like to know just ask Pui (not Daz)</span></span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 8.5pt;"><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /> <!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--><br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" /> <!--[endif]--></span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Well we hope this little guide has been helpful to you, if there is anything you still don’t understand or anything that’s not covered (yes there’s lots more) then just ask <a href="mailto:pui_daz@yahoo.com">Darren or Pui </a>and we will do what we can to help.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Services we can help provide include:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">We can organise any Trip for you, Scuba diving , Snorkelling, Fishing etc<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Organise a Taxi or a Driver for the day<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Airport Transfers<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">You can Rent a Car or Motorbike from us<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">We can make you food from our menu or we can ring in for deliveries **(McDonalds, KFC & Pizza’s all deliver :-)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Give you directions if we can<o:p></o:p></span></div><div style="margin-left: 36.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; tab-stops: list 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="color: black; font-family: Symbol; font-size: 16.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">·<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">We may even come with you if you want to go to for a night in Patong ( just to show you around obviously ha ha).<o:p></o:p></span></div><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Basically we are here at your service and if we can help in any way we will try our best!!!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">We hope you have a great stay at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/arysaresort">Arysa Phuket Resort</a>, and feedback good or bad will be welcome as we are always looking to improve our service.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Sawat dee,<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt;">Penchan , Darren & Pui<o:p></o:p></span>pui_dazhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09534321967335565958noreply@blogger.com0