In stark contrast to the deserted scenes in Phuket’s fun town during yesterday’s tsunami alert, the streets this morning were packed with foreign and Thai tourists and local people making an early start to celebrations. Police, who were yesterday the … Continue reading








While tour companies and hotels drool over the huge numbers of Russian tourists pouring into Phuket, a less remarked-on but nevertheless significant change has been taking place on the island: the growth of the Russian expat community, reports the Phuket … Continue reading


The Elan 42 comes from one of Europe’s largest and long established shipbuilders. Absolute Fractionals allows you to excite friends and family by owning a fraction of this magnificent yacht, from only 7,900 USD (one-off payment). ‘Owning’ your own luxury … Continue reading