Recognized as the prestige accommodation in Phuket, Amanpuri attracts celebrities from around the world. Set in a coconut grove, sloping gently down to the Andaman Sea, this spectacular, very Thai resort, is both glamourous and luxurious. It was designed by the architect of the former Shah of Iran’s winter palace. Every possible whim or luxury is catered for and 3. 5 staff standby for every guest. Special facilities include an extensive library and an in-house tailor. With the largest resort fleet in South-east Asia, Amanpuri provides a broad selection of sea-going activities, from daytrips to overnight cruises.

The ultimate phinisi. Private expedition journeys.

A traditional wooden sailboat, a Phinisi, built by hand in Sulawesi, Indonesia, in 2004. With breathtaking décor, spacious decks, Asian fusion cuisine and the smiles of its professional crew. A traditional wooden schooner with such charm and luxurious comfort that it enchants the most seasoned yacht travelers.

The original Thai style homes on the site of Villa Royale were the private property of the owner of the famous Mom Tri’s Boathouse. Several years ago the property was enlarged and opened to the public with the original villas, a new spa and some new outstanding accommodations. The Villa suites and Deluxe Studios are set atop the headland of Kata Bay between two of the most beautiful sandy beaches on Phuket, Kata Noi and Kata Yai.

Nestled on a headland, the prime appeal of this grand and gracious resort, which incidentally does not have a yacht in sight, is the large guestrooms which feature wonderfully large terraces which overlook superb bay views. Fine textiles and hand-crafted artifacts adorn the guestrooms and your private terrace is the ideal setting for a romantic candlelit dinner.

This is a very special, small resort, with a great reputation. It has a loyal clientele which includes celebrities and promininent Thais. It exudes understated luxury and offers a very high standard iof service to its guests. The restaurant is one of the most celebrated in Phuket with a renowned cellar.

Himmaphan Villa, which lies 3 minutes walk from Bangtao Beach, is a luxury rental property, suiable for a large family, a group of friends or for a casual business retreat that combines some golf with a meeting. The villa comprises two separate pavilions, each consisting of two generous sized bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms. These are nestled in the tropical garden surrounding the swimming pool and main living area. Each pavilion has its own distinctive interior design, resplendent in Thai silk and local artefacts. The main house has another four bedrooms on two floors, giving a total of eight bedrooms. The Himmaphan offers a charming and personalized level of service, including a cook (on request), driver, house maid and gardener. Any type of meal can be prepared by simply requesting what you would like to eat the day before and all necessary produce is purchased fresh from the local markets.

This atmospheric and romantic property is perched on a headland at the southern end of Karon. It is the peace and quietness and the exuberant vegetation throughout the resort that makes it so very special. Over the twenty years of its operation, the owners have painstakingly integrated tropical nature and traditional Thai culture in an effort to create the ideal village resort. It combines some of the finest sea views in Phuket with a truly extraordinary jungle garden. Formerly a coconut plantation, the grounds occupy 64,000 square meters and the coconut palms are now part of a lovingly tended tropical jungle extending right down to the sea. You can snorkel on the reef in front of the resort.

Superbly located, this luxurious, highly contemporary property, offers one bedroom (252 square metres) and two bedroom villas (300 square metres) with private pools. The glass walled master bedroom has sliding doors that open directly to the infinity edge pool. All guestrooms are spacious and lavishly appointed with craftsmanship furnishings, offering amazing unobstructed ocean views. The architecture is characterized by its bold and tropical co....