Phuket Travel Guide - The Luxury Signature

Phuket Travel Guide

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Phuket is the biggest island in Thailand and no doubt one of the most popular and visited tourist destinations in the country. It is a rain-forested, hilly island in the Andaman Sea, and famous for its fantastic white sandy beaches. Most of the beautiful and well-known beaches in Phuket are located along the clear waters of the western coast. The island is an abode to many high-end spas, private luxury Phuket villas for rent, restaurants, luxury hotels and resorts. Whether you like to relax and be at peace during a holiday or experience a one-of-a-kind party scene, Phuket has it. The island offers visitors a rainbow band of spectacular holiday sights from pink sunsets and blue lagoons to orange-robed priests. Some of the most popular spots on the island include Phang Nga Bay, Koh Phi Phi and Similan Islands. Tourists can have a variety of activity options, such as snorkeling, diving, sailing, island hopping, yachting, or simply visiting spectacular temples and viewpoints. Forested hills, inland, cliffs and mountains, and stunning shorelines await for you to be explored.

February 13, 2019

Thailand’s Khon Dance: a Proud UNESCO Cultural Heritage

by: The Luxury Signature

Culture & Tradition, News & Update

Khon is a now a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage with Thailand’s most famous cultural dance, representing a significant point in the country’s history. This was its maiden accolade from the global body with regards to heritage prowess. The nation’s cultural ministry celebrated the occasion the following week with a sequence of Khon-themed activities. The festivities encompassed live performances, exhibitions, animation films, children’s books and the inception of a digital database to imprint the traditional artwork onto the timeless reaches of the interwebs. First things first: What is Khon exactly? Khon is a classic Thai dance that traces its roots back to the 15th century and is an expressional and speechless form of storytelling. It is heavily inspired by the tales of the Ramakien and borrows a leaf from the Indian Sanskrit epic Ramayan. It comes off akin to a Shakespeare play with masked dancers unveiling the plot in pantomime fashion …

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February 2, 2019

Phuket Yachting Events 2019 – 2020

by: Nadia Willan

News & Update, Phuket Travel Guide

Near-perfect sailing conditions, the glorious blue waters of the Andaman Sea, and a Thai island-beauty that boasts luxury villa stays, gourmet restaurants, and fabulous beaches. It’s no surprise that Phuket has become a standout yachting destination internationally. Superyacht owners, boat lovers, and yachties from all over the world descend on the island to experience an exciting calendar of yachting events and experiences. The yachting culture of Phuket, along with the high-profile regattas and boat shows, adds a sophisticated, glamorous edge to this island in the sun; adding another layer to a vacation hotspot that promises chilled-out, castaway beach days along with hedonistic, high-energy entertainment, not to mention some of the most stunning villa vacation stays in the world. The 22nd Bay Regatta Setting sail between February 13-17, 2019, The 22nd Bay Regatta takes in Phuket, Phang Nga, and Krabi. The stunning route takes sailors on an amazing course setting off …

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May 17, 2018

Beauty & Wellness: Thailand Medical Tourism

by: The Luxury Signature

News & Update

Think Thailand, think beautiful weather, gorgeous island oases with soft, diamond-white sands, and stunning sunsets, not to mention incredible vacation stays; a tropical destination that defines relaxation and luxury. Add to this Thailand’s allure as a global beauty and medical tourism hub, with state-of-the-art cosmetic procedures, world-class hospitals and clinics, fine, internationally trained physicians as well as the latest wellness and health therapies available. Bumrungrad International Hospital, Samitivej Hospital, Bangkok Hospital, and BNH are just a few of the capital’s private hospitals regarded as top-in-class on a world platform. There are also many clinics, particularly in Bangkok, with high-tech equipment performing non-surgical or minimally invasive facelifts with threading, lasers, radio frequency, and ultrasound, as well as Botox and collagen injections. Whilst Bangkok is the epicenter of medical tourism, there is also a renowned hospital just a couple of hours’ drive from the city and treatments also available in Phuket which …

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February 13, 2018

The Luxury Signature Wins Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2018

by: The Luxury Signature

News & Update

February 2018 – The Luxury Signature is the proud recipient of the Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2018; winning the highly competitive and much-coveted category of Villas Rent Service in Asia. This industry acknowledgement of excellence and outstanding achievement in the world of luxury services is true international recognition of the high standing of The Luxury Signature brand within the travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Delivering customized villa vacation experiences, with only the crème de la crème of villa rentals professionally handpicked, The Luxury Signature has been championed as a winner at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards because of its promise to deliver to customers a personalized stay with the highest level of luxury villas and individual concierge booking services available; features which loyal clients truly appreciate. Independently evaluated, the Luxury Lifestyle Awards assess luxury businesses across 50 countries. Adding to their worth is the fact that the judges’ panel is made up …

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December 9, 2017

The Luxury Signature Launches Spectacular Chalet Collection in Niseko – Japan’s Incredible Ski Destination

by: Nadia Willan

News & Update

Southeast Asia – December 9, 2017 – Southeast Asia’s premier vacation villa rental specialists, The Luxury Signature, are heading for the slopes of Japan’s breathtaking Niseko ski destination with a brand new curated portfolio of stunning chalets for discerning travelers. Niseko, located on breathtaking Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost island, is a world-renowned ski destination. Daily snowfall over the winter months creates wonderfully light powdery slopes and beckons visitors with an incredible array of activities from skiing to snowboarding, snowmobiling to snowshoeing as well as snow rafting and snow tubing. The inspiring mountain and forest landscape, featuring divine views of the iconic Mount Yotei, promise year-round appeal too. Outside of the ski season, visitors can enjoy the area’s hot springs and traditional Japanese onsen bathing ritual whilst exploring the natural beauty of Niseko’s plentiful parks and lakes. From white-water rafting to golf, Niseko’s moderate climate makes it a perfect destination for outdoor …

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