We turn now to our interview with Robert Lohrmann, Chairman of the Mai Khao Turtle Foundation & VP/GM of JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa plus Khemwalai Thee-ra-su-wanajak, Coordinator of the Foundation, during their Turtle Fun Run & Mini Marathon held last Sunday 24 May. They also arrange annual turtle releases & educational workshops in Mai Khao village community & schools, but first Robert talks about the runs: …….

Contact: info@MaiKhaoTurtleFoundation.com Khemwalai: Tel. 086 689 2230; Fax 076 235 162

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May 24, 2009
Mai Khao Beach, Phuket
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Introducing Anantara Spa Phuket, where soothing treatments and modern amenities combine with ancient cultures and healing wisdom to create a luxuriously unique spa experience.

Anantara Spa Phuket is defined by the beauty and symbolism of the lotus flower. Considered in cultures around the world as the embodiment of purity, the lotus is also one of the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Buddhism – which is widely practised in Thailand – and represents enlightenment, rebirth and self-regeneration.

With its roots in the earth, its growth sustained by water, its leaves nourished by air, and its blooms made radiant by the fire of the sun, the lotus is the perfection of the fourfold order of the natural world. The emergence of a new flower from its earth-bound origins is an act of transcendence in which a higher world is reached beyond the physical self. It is with this symbolism in mind that Anantara Spa Phuket has combined age-old relaxation and restoration techniques with aromatic oils that allow guest to rediscover the inner and outer beauty that so often becomes clouded by life’s daily struggles.

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Thailand Again Best in Asia Focus on Travel News, Turkey - … rThailand has once again shown that it is the best place in Asia for family holidays. Not only is it best for families but also for the couples. At one side it is the best bargain and the other side it suits the tourists who want to have a luxury experience. TripAdvisor-branded sites make up the largest travel community in the world, with more than 32 million monthly visitors, 9 million members, and 20 million reviews and opinions. An online survey was recently conducted and Travelers’ Choice Awards 2009 were announced, the only honors representing the unbiased opinions of millions of real travelers. Thailand has topped its many categories. Top 10 Best for families in Asia 3. Merlin Beach Resort Patong, Thailand 5. Le Meridien Phuket Beach Resort Karon, Thailand 6. JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa Mai Khao, Thailand 7. Laguna Beach Resort Thalang, Thailand …

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The Rebirth of Phuket Rocky Mount Telegram, NC - … opened in October on Mai Khao Beach at the north end of Phuket, a world away from the Jet Skis and beach umbrellas of Kata Beach to the south. …

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Despite being famous for sun, sand and sea, Phuket Island is also home to diversities in terms of culture plus traditional Thai careers, including farming.
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The Mai Khao Turtle Foundation in Phuket held a community environment awareness & solution workshop.
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