DRASTICALLY REDUCED Luxury Pool Villa – Rawai – Phuket

Airport: 1 hour (driving time)
Beach: 3 min (driving time) 15 min walk
Golf Course 'Phunaka' 20 min (driving time)
Gym: 5 min (driving time)
Tennis Court: 15 min (driving time)
Supermarket: 3 min (driving time)
International Shopping Center: 35 min (driving time)
Restaurant: 3 min (driving time)
Local Bar: 3 min (driving time)

RAWAI

• The beach is a working beach and a great place to catch a longtail to the islands
• Daily fish market at the New Pier
• Lots of small restaurants and bars plus the Laguna nightclub.
• Land and property still realistically priced.
• Long term rents good
• East Coast section becoming popular, the beach is poor in places but being revamped and some nice properties appearing. Great views!
• Rawai Beach starting to attract investment with a large hotel under construction
• Considered a normal place to live and a big choice for ex-pats

Must dos in Rawai

Cocktails at Nikitas, a local institution
Catch a long tail to an island for the day
Happy hour at East 88, Serenity Terraces for a beautiful setting.
Play tennis or volleyball at the Rawai Sports Club
Try your hand at Muay Thai Boxing
Dragonboating from Laem Ka Public Beach

Restaurants

Nikitas
Mando's
Norbu's Steak House
Sala Mexicana
East 88 at Serenity Terraces
Friendship Beach

Doctors/Clinics

Dr Thiti
1 Visit Road, Rawai – Near Chalong Circle
Tel: (66-76) 381781 – 01-6919185

Dr Nirans
5/12 Moo 8 Chaofa Road, Phuket 83100 – (opposite Police Station, Chalong)
Tel: (66-76) 283002 – 283008
Email: dr_niran@hotmail.com

Hospitals

Phuket International Hospital
Tel: +66 (0)7 624 9400, +66 (0)7 621 0936
Email: info@www.phuketinternationalhospital.com
Website: www.phuketinternationalhospital.com

Bangkok Phuket Hospital, Phuket City
Tel: +66 (0)7 625 4421
Email: info@phukethospital.com
Website: www.phukethospital.com

Police Station

Chalong Sub District Police Station
Tel: +66(0) 76 381247, Fax. +66(0) 76 381930

Phuket Tourist Police
Tel: +66(0) 76 355015, +66(0) 76 254693
100/31-32 Bypass Road,
Tambol Rasada, Muang,
Phuket 83000

Schools

Phuket International Nursery and primary School – located in Rawai near Chalong Circle
www.phuket-kindergarten.com

ABC Nursery- International Childcare Centre – located in Rawai
www.abcnurseryschool.com

Palm House School – located in Rawai
http://www.palmhouseprimaryschool.com/

British International School – located in Koh Kaew
www.bisphuket.ac.th

QSI International School of Phuket – located in Kathu
http://phuket.qsischool.org/

HeadStart International School Phuket – located near Central Festival in Vichit
www.headstartphuket.com

For a full list of schools in Phuket, please refer to our Infrastructure Page

Supermarkets

Tesco Lotus Express – SaiYuan Road
Tops Daily – SaiYuan Road

Golf Courses

Phunaka Golf Club – Chalong

Post Office

Rawai Post Office
4/2 Moo 5, Wiset Road, T Rawai, Muang, Phuket 83130
Tel: 076 381393

Time zone: GMT + 7 hours Language: Thai Voltage: 220/240 volt

International Dialing code (into Phuket): +66 International Dialing code (from Phuket): 001

Currency Information

The official currency is the Thai Baht (THB).
Coins: 1 THB, 2 THB, 5 THB, 10 THB Notes: 20 THB, 50 THB, 100 THB, 500 THB, 1,000 THB

Exchange and Banking

Although travelers cheques are accepted in major cities, Phuket is a more rural area and so we suggest visiting a bank to exchange these for Thai Baht. Major credit cards are accepted here in large outlets, selected restaurants and some tour companies. It is suggested that cash is used for everyday purchases. ATM access is widespread so making cash withdrawals from your home bank account is convenient. If you wish to exchange notes, do so only at authorized outlets such as banks and hotels, and exchange only what you think you will spend. Please note that coins cannot be reconverted on departure. It is also recommended that you save all receipts from any currency exchange transaction as they may be required if you intend to reconvert Thai Baht.

As most villas are all privately owned homes, we do not have the facilities to accept credit cards.

Tipping advice

Tips in high-end restaurants and hotels are usually added on at 10% – 15% of the bill. However, it is often a subject of controversy whether this amount actually goes to the waiter or not, therefore it is your choice whether to leave an additional tip. Tips in more local restaurants are usually not included on the bill, so it is recommended that a 10% tip is left if you are happy with the service you received.

It is customary to tip the housekeeper, cook and driver on departure, this is greatly appreciated, but completely at your discretion. If you wish to leave a tip please do so directly to the member of staff.

Arrival and Departure formalities

Travel documents are your responsibility. In general you should have a both a signed, valid passport that will remain valid for at least 6 months beyond the completion of your trip. Your passport must have enough blank pages available for entry and exit stamps issued when entering and exiting immigration and a visa. Visas are issued on arrival for tourists, from most countries, wishing to stay in Phuket for a maximum of 30 days. However, if you wish to stay for longer than this please contact the immigration office in Phuket Town for an extension. It is advised that you check the specific visa requirements pertinent to your own country of residence prior to travelling, as some countries differ from this rule.

On arrival in Phuket if the accommodation you have chosen includes airport transfers, you will be met by one of our drivers displaying a CyanSiam sign unless we advise you otherwise.

Electricity

Domestic power in Thailand is 220 volts AC at 50 hertz (220V/50Hz).

Tourist Police Tips for a safe holiday

Keep cash, credit cards & valuables in the villa safe.
Never accept drinks or food of any kind from strangers.
Keep your passport, cash and valuables on your person when sleeping in a bus,
Before renting cars, motorbikes or Jet skis, list any damage on the rental agreement and sign.
Never give the original of your passport as guarantee to a vehicle renter.
Use only ATM machines in malls and at banks.
When going out at night, only take the cash and valuables you need.
When going on a Tour, chose well known reputable companies.

For more information please look at our Phuket Info Page