DESTINATION
Thailand – Phuket
WHEN CAN I GO?
11 April 2018 – 31 October 2018
DESCRIPTION
8 Night discounted honeymoon at the Centara Karon Resort Phuket
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE DEAL?
Return flights to ThailandReturn resort transfers8 nights accommodation in a Deluxe Honeymoon Spa Suite with outdoor jacuzziBreakfast dailyAll taxes, levies & surcharges (estimated)
MORE INFO
4 FREE Nights included – Book by 10 AprilHoneymoon Value Add’s15% Discount – Book by 28 FebruaryWelcome fruits, flower and sparkling wineSpa Voucher credit of THB 2000 per room per stay
AIRFARE SURCHARGES & CONDITIONS
Surcharges may apply for departures on certain days of the week.Book by 15 January.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Packages are subject to availability at the time of the reservation.Passport & visa costs (if applicable), travel insurance & items of a personal nature are not included.Prices are subject to change without prior notice due to airfare increases and currency fluctuations.Rebooking and cancellation fees apply.All prices are per person sharing unless otherwise specified.Standard terms and conditions apply.
CENTARA KARON RESORT
WHY WE LIKE IT
The Centara Karon Resort Phuket is located on the west coast of Phuket Island, in the centre of the popular Karon resort. The beach is a gentle three-minute walk from the resort. Centara Karon Resort Phuket benefits from a backdrop of tropical vegetation and an extensive range of shopping and dining outlets within the local area.
DESCRIPTION
ACCOMMODATION
The Centara Karon Resort Phuket is made up of 4 residential zones – The Terraces, The Lagoon, Tropicale and The Cabanas – with 316 rooms in a large landscaped area of Karon, complimented by 19 further villas units scattered around the grounds. The Terraces, which offers superior and superior ocean view rooms, is an elegant 9-story-high building offering guests the spectacular views of breath taking resort gardens, Karon Beach and Karon’s city skyline. The Lagoon offers spacious deluxe rooms many of which have 2 double beds which are ideal for family holidays accommodating up to 2 adults and 2 children with ease. Tropicale is especially designed for travellers seeking a more luxurious experience. The Cabanas are set within the gardens offering total privacy together with all the comfort and service expected from a premium room category.
ROOM FACILITIES
• Individually controlled air-conditioning
• Private balcony or terrace
• Remote-controlled satellite television
• Electronic in-room safety box
• Tea/Coffee making facilities
• Hair Dryer
• Refrigerator and Mini-bar
• IDD Telephone
RESTAURANTS AND BARS
Lotus
Serving Buffet breakfast and international a la carte for lunch and dinner, with occasional theme evenings between 06:30 – 23:00
Azure
Enjoy light meals and snacks for lunch and Italian cuisine for dinner 11:00 – 22:00
Themix
Located in the lobby, a relaxing lounge bar serving snacks and refreshments and offering live sports broadcast, great music and nightly drink specials 15:00 – 01:00
Tropix
Poolside snacks and refreshments 10:00 – 19:00
Lagoon Bar
Poolside snacks and refreshments 10:00 – 19:00
Terraces Pool Bar
Poolside snacks and refreshments 10:00 – 19:00
FACILITIES
• Room service
• Babysitting
• Swimming pool
• Fitness centre
• Spa
• Tour desk & information
• Parking
• A variety of restaurants, Bars, and Lounges
• 3 swimming pools with separate children’s pools, waterfalls and waterslides
• Conference facilities
• 2 floodlight tennis courts
• Snooker
• Children from 4 to 9 years old will enjoy Camp Safari Kids Club with water slides, games, movies and a selection of toys
| Base Price: | ZAR 9 950 | p.p.s |
| Package Taxes: | ZAR 4 010 | p.p.s |
| Total Price: | ZAR 13 960 | p.p.s |
| Base Price: | ZAR 11 740 | p.p.s |
| Package Taxes: | ZAR 4 010 | p.p.s |
| Total Price: | ZAR 15 750 | p.p.s |
| Base Price: | ZAR 11 010 | p.p.s |
| Package Taxes: | ZAR 4 010 | p.p.s |
| Total Price: | ZAR 15 020 | p.p.s |
WELCOME TO THAILAND
Or should we say, welcome to Paradise. Thailand is blessed with some of the world’s most-enviable beaches and a myriad of off shore islands ensuring your will be filled with water sports, hammocks and sunset strolls along the water’s edge. Some areas are super-vibey while others offer a more serene experience.
A QUICK GUIDE TO THE MOST POPULAR SPOTS…
Phuket
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and is undeniably the country’s most popular beach destination. With a vibrant nightlife, bustling market stalls, a family atmosphere or romantic seclusion. This island paradise offers a vast selection of hotels, and the beaches supply every kind of vibe! Head to Patong Beach if you feel like a party or being active. Kata and Karon Beaches are great for families and couples. The range of activities available is fantastic; canoeing, hiking, white water rafting, scooter hire and best of all – diving and snorkelling. Phuket and its islands are
Phi Phi
Phi Phi Island is located 2 hours by ferry from Phuket (some resorts also offer a speedboat service). You’ll be collected from the ferry by long-tail boat and taken to your resort; all of which are located in the north of the island, a quieter area, for that true getaway experience. Phi Phi is nature at its best; towering limestone cliffs shelter white, sandy beaches leading to aquamarine bays filled with marine life; perfect for diving and snorkelling or simply taking it easy and letting the stress of modern life slip away. There are no roads on Phi Phi so once you settle into your resort your only mode of transport is a longtail boat (and some haggling with a local for the right price!). Make sure that you won’t need an ATM!
Krabi
Krabi is a 2 hour overland trip from Phuket through countryside terrain and local villages. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride! Krabi’s sheer limestone cliffs will welcome you to where over 130 islands rise majestically from the sea, and secluded beaches are accessible only by colourfully adorned long-tail boats. Krabi is about getting out and exploring nature – sea caves, exotic marine life, rock climbing, beautiful National Parks, hot spring waterfalls, the spectacular turquoise waters of the Emerald Pool and Tiger Cave – a cliff monastery in a jungle valley.
Koh Samui
The tropical island setting and laid back ambience make you feel like you have truly discovered the ideal island escape and that is why it is so popular with honeymooners. But, typically Thailand, there is something for everyone here. Head to Chaweng Beach for the vibe, and try Lamai or Bophut Beaches for a more tranquil experience and to bask in the beauty of nature. Within sight of Koh Samui, you’ll find Ang Thong National Marine Park – an archipelago of 42 towering islands with lush jungles, white beaches, hidden coves and waterfalls – making any trip away from the perfection of Koh Samui not only painless, but an experience like no other. Koh Samui is Thailand’s third largest island and extremely popular but there is still an opportunity to find your own little slice of paradise.
CLIMATE
Thailand’s tropical climate has three main seasons:
Hot: March to June
Rainy: July to October
Cool: November to February
Average temperatures range from 20°C to 35°C
The monsoon season in the Andaman Sea (West coast/Phuket and surrounds) is from approximately May to October. The monsoon rains are generally short and heavy, clearing quickly and days of constant rain are rare.
LANGUAGE
The national language is Thai, although English is widely spoken in Phuket, Krabi & Phi Phi.
CURRENCY
The currency is the Thai Baht which is better for bargaining and shopping in markets. US Dollars, Pounds and Euros are accepted at hotels.
TIPPING
A service charge is already included in all prices. Tips, in general, are not mandatory, and you should only give them if you are really content with the service offered. Waiters, bellboys, porters, restroom attendants and taxi drivers will happily accept loose change.
TIME DIFFERENCE
5 hours ahead of South Africa.
FESTIVALS
Thailand brags of many festivals throughout the year; one of the most famous being the Songkran Festival in mid-April which washes away all the bad spirits and celebrates the traditional Thai New Year. Basically, Songkran is all about getting wet, so be prepared to be squirted with ice water!
WHAT TO WEAR
Light, cool clothes are sensible. Shorts (except knee length walking shorts), sleeveless shirts, tank tops and other beach-style attire are considered inappropriate dress when not actually at the beach or in a resort area.
COMMON COURTESIES
It is important to show respect for the Thai Royal Family. Revealing attire is not allowed in religious shrines. Do not climb over or sit on Buddha monuments. Do not touch or give anything directly to a Buddhist monk if you are a woman. Thais greet each other by pressing their palms together called ‘wai’. It is rude to touch people on their head or point your feet at people or an object.
ELECTRICITY
The electric current is 220 volts AC (50 cycles) and the majority of electrical outlets take a round, two-pronged slim plug.
HEALTH
Visitors do not require vaccinations unless coming from or passing through a designated contaminated area. Drink only bottled water and avoid ice unless you know is made from bottled or boiled water. Be cautious when eating from food vendors on the street.
WHAT TO PACK
TRAVEL TIPS
