Living The Dream With GoAir's Direct Flights Between India And Phuket,
Owning A Slice Of Paradise Just Got Easier.
Wrap up a normal work week on a Friday evening in Mumbai, and enjoy a lazy breakfast on the beach in Phuket on Saturday. With the launch of the first-ever daily flights between India and Thailand’s favourite tropical island, what was once a dream is now a real possibility.
Previous options from India required a layover in the Thai capital of Bangkok, but travellers can now make a beeline for the beach direct from Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi, with daily flights on GoAir making the journey in less than four hours.
“There is so much to see and do in Phuket, and the island lifestyle is very attractive,” said Mr. Gulu Lalvani, Chairman of Royal Phuket Marina. “Better flight connectivity makes it convenient and cost-effective for travellers from India to escape the pollution and enjoy the Thai tropics for a weekend or on a short break.”
Phuket has over 30 tropical beaches and even more offshore islands. Adding to the island’s all-around status as a top holiday destination are retail and leisure attractions including the newly opened Central Phuket shopping centre, the biggest in south Thailand, with the recently opened Tribhum – a fantasy adventure theme park with 3D walkthrough experience – and the soon to open Aquaria – an aquarium and magical underwater journey.
There are plenty of other activities on the island: Golf is well catered for with five world-class golf courses, while for the nature lover there are excellent national parks and nature walks. Adrenaline-paced thrills can be enjoyed at a cable water-ski lake, or an indoor climbing wall, while one of the flows riding centres around the island surf’s up every day. There’s also a go-kart track and jungle zipline adventures, while Phuket Town is home to some stunning architectural gems in the old quarter with lots of history and culture at every turn.
The globally renowned resort destination also has a burgeoning and eclectic dining scene. Thailand’s latest Michelin Guide 2019 expanded to include the excellent dining options in Phuket, which included the island’s first Michelin-starred restaurant. The variety of culinary indulgences on the island also includes Bib Gourmand-rated eateries and street food, a number of which are located in the island’s heritage quarter. Also known for its Sino-Portuguese architecture and distinct, old-world atmosphere, Phuket Town was the first place in Southeast Asia to be named UNESCO’s City of Gastronomy in 2015.
Phuket’s reputation as a regional yachting hub is supported by several full-service marinas, including the sophisticated Royal Phuket Marina, a world-class lifestyle destination combining luxury waterfront living with a state-of-the-art marina.
In addition to its in-water berths and premium-covered dry stack, Royal Phuket Marina offers excellent onsite facilities, including a health club, boardwalk dining options, sunset drinking venues, and a spa. The marina is also a popular embarkation point for join-in tours and private charters to explore uninhabited offshore islands.
Royal Phuket Marina’s strategic central location with easy access to the recently-expanded Phuket International Airport, golf courses, international schools and world-class hospitals, makes it the perfect place for a vacation home.
“Since the launch of direct flights linking India and Phuket, we’ve seen more people taking advantage of our upscale leisure facilities and also a marked increase in interest in our freehold residences which are all ready to move in,” said Mr. Lalvani. “The waterfront villas, penthouses and apartments offer the security of foreign freehold status, along with exceptional value and strong potential for capital appreciation.”
Ranging From 154 Sqm To 528 Sqm, Royal Phuket Marina Offers Some Of The Largest Condominiums For Sale On The Island, All Of Which Are Available Freehold. More Than A Vacation Home, These Unique Waterfront Properties Make Great Homes For Extended Families Who Can Use Them Throughout The Year.
All units offer the epitome of 5-star living, featuring award-winning layouts, high ceilings, expensive finishes and a host of fine architectural details that include designer lighting, attractive wall and ceiling decorations and exquisite built-in furniture. Underground parking with elevators direct from the parking level to the front door provides residents with convenience as well as protection from the tropical elements year-round.
For large family gatherings on special occasions, short-term rental properties are also available at Royal Phuket Marina, ranging from two-bedroom units to a penthouse with ample private outdoor space and a private rooftop jacuzzi.
Royal Phuket Marina also offers a number of exclusive luxury villas with private boat berths attached that suit homeowners looking for the ultimate in luxurious privacy. These exceptional holiday homes include a 1,140 sqm, five-bedroom Royal Villa with 23m private berth and 20m swimming pool; and the 2,842 sqm Grand Villa with five bedrooms, air-conditioned garage complex for five cars and 70m of private mooring space attached to the villa.
“Our residences are priced very competitively, offering excellent value with incomparable lifestyle returns,” added Mr. Lalvani.
Waterfront apartments at Royal Phuket Marina start at THB 13.45 million (INR 30.86 million), approximately half the price commanded by a similar-sized property in Mumbai.
Lower investment level aside, Phuket also enjoys the full suite of tropical idylls, including clean tropical air, full leisure facilities, and government-backed infrastructure support.
Designated by the Thai government as the country’s first Smart City, Phuket is undergoing major infrastructure development. Government announcements state that the transformation will include citywide free high-speed WiFi, public safety, wastewater management systems, and other innovations that will make the island more livable and convenient for residents and international visitors.
Property ownership in Thailand
- Foreigners cannot legally own Thai land but they can own the buildings on the land.
- One of the best ways for foreigners to purchase land is via a Chanote (freehold title deed) with a long-term registered renewable lease structure.
- Foreigners can legally own condominiums in their own name when the total foreign ownership quota in the condo development is less than 49 per cent. All Marina Condominiums at Royal Phuket Marina are available with freehold title.