Phuket International Marine Expo

PIMEX 2008…Thailand’s Marine and Lifestyle showcase is coming to Phuket in December.

Following on from last year's highly successful show and timed with the Phuket Kings Cup Regatta, this year's show will be held between 4th and 7th December in the Royal Phuket Marina.

There is room for up to 35 boats on display and there is expected to be huge media coverage. Last year the show was featured on CNN Mainsail and media partners for this year's show include Asia Pacific Boating, China Boating, Luxury Properties, Asia Spa, CNN Traveller, Tiger Tales, Time Out Singapore and Millionaire Asia.

Phuket has long been known for its excellent dive sites and tourism activities now it is also becoming a playground for the rich and famous!

For visitors are lots of activities and exhibits at the show. So come and experience the excitement of PIMEX 2008 in Asia’s maritime capital.

Turtle Fun Run

The 1st of June sees an event being hosted to highlight the plight of leatherback turtles in Thailand with a Turtle Fun Run in Phuket.

As everybody knows, turtles worldwide are under threat and the leatherback turtle is perhaps the closest to extinction and funds and action are needed to attempt to rescue the species.



All comers are welcome from kids to grannies to join in the activities including runs of 7 km, 3.5 km and a Turtle fun run rally, with prizes on offer such as free stays in some of Thailand's Marriott hotels and tour packages around Phuket.

The start and finish lines are at Pru Jeh Sun Lake, near Baan Mai Khao and you can register on the day from 7.30 a.m. The 7km run starts at 8:15 am and the 3.5km run starts at 8:20 am, with the rally taking place after runners return.

There is a 200 baht entry fee for the 7km run; 100 baht for the 3.5km run; and 50 baht for children under 15 years old in either race. Entry to the rally is free.

Participants will receive a souvenir medallion and entry into a lucky draw. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation.

Tickets can be bought in advance at the front desk of the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa. For more information contact Michelle Mouille.
Tel: 081-8936001.
Email: info@maikhaoturtlefoundation.com

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