Beijing International Property Expo to showcase latest phase of luxury condos at Phuket’s top residential marina
PHUKET – Multi award-winning Mediterranean-style Royal Phuket Marina (RPM) is targeting Chinese & expatriate property investors with its upcoming presence at the ‘Beijing International Property Exposition’ from September 20 to 23.
Royal Phuket Marina will be promoting what is a vibrant market for investors in Thailand’s “playground of the world’s rich and famous” which is now attracting legions of wealthy new visitors from China who currently make up the largest group of arrivals on the island.
As Phuket has become an increasingly popular destination for overseas investors seeking holiday homes, investment and even retirement properties, Royal Phuket Marina is a premium choice not only for its state-of-the-art boating facilities and glamorous Mediterranean-style community, but also its proximity to international hospitals, schools and golf courses.
The community’s appeal also continues to grow among residents of Hong Kong and China, where air pollution continues to be a problem with an AQI (Air Quality Index) reaching up to 500. Phuket’s year-round climate and clean air are a major lifestyle attraction With an Average AQI of 38 which is considered among the lowest in the world.
At its Stand #A077 Royal Phuket Marina will be showcasing its latest condominium development branded ‘La Reserve Residences’ which is the third phase of the luxury lifestyle community starting from only RMB1 Million, together with its Royal Villa and 2010 Cityscape Singapore award winning Aquaminium condominiums.
La Reserve Residences features 40 one and two-bedroom condos in two condominium blocks each with their own rooftop ‘Sky Pools’. Infinity-edged rooftop swimming pools and decks overlooking stunning Phang Nga Bay [home to the famous James Bond Island] are tropically landscaped, complete with barbecue areas.
One-bedroom condos range from 49-63 square metres with en-suite bathrooms, fitted kitchens and balconies. Two-bedroom condos are of 83-140 square metres with en suite bathrooms in both master and guest / children bedrooms, spacious kitchens and generous dining areas.
Ground-floor units enjoy their own private wraparound tropical gardens. Upper-floor units have pristine views over Phang Nga Bay as well as the marinas and waterways.
Royal Phuket Marina will also showcasing the three remaining award-winning waterfront Aquaminium condominiums and the Royal Villas with their own private boat mooring.
An outstanding 832 sqm Triplex Penthouse is the remaining residence, featuring its own ‘drive-in’ Yacht Garage and berthing lounge complete with Jacuzzi and plunge pool. This most prestigious of all the Aquaminiums also has its own 235 sqm rooftop garden, with stunning panoramic views and infinity edge swimming pool overlooking at Royal Phuket Marina and breathtaking Phang Nga Bay.
The market for Chinese tourists and property investors has soared into prominence with the Tourism Authority of Thailand revealing they now account for the greatest number of foreign visitors to Thailand.
Correspondingly, a record 49 weekly flights from China were reported during the last high season from November 2011- March 2012 – compared to 31 from Hong Kong.
Royal Phuket Marina which is the top residential and boating marina on the island is internationally renowned as a yachting and lifestyle hub reminiscent of world-class marinas in Monte Carlo or St.Tropez in the South of France.
World-class facilities at Royal Phuket Marina include floodlit tennis courts; exercise classes and ‘new generation’ personal training at Phuket’s leading health and fitness centre; Pearl Beauty & Spa for beauty and wellness treatments; and Dr. Orawan’s Holistic Anti-Aging Institute, Thailand’s leading holistic healthcare centre.
International bars and restaurants are dotted along a Fisherman’s Wharf-style marina boardwalk while trendy designer boutiques include swimwear and ‘island’ fashion by Paul Ropp, Surfers Paradise and Starblu.
Royal Phuket Marina is developed by British telecoms tycoon Gulu Lalvani, the founder of Binatone, the world’s second largest manufacturer of digital cordless phones, to showcase Phuket as a world-class yachting hub in one of the world’s most idyllic and accessible locations.
Phuket’s surrounding Andaman Sea and its myriad deserted tropical islands was voted ‘favourite sailing venue’ and ‘best regatta location in Asia’ in a recent survey of international yachtsmen.
“It is Phuket’s premier lifestyle destination for sailing, sports and leisure, luxury residences and stylish shopping,” added Mr. Lalvani. ”Phuket is blessed with a beautiful year-round climate providing idyllic cruising and yachting in a true tropical paradise.”
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