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- Sutasinee Khaosa-ard
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Six Senses Resorts and Spas – www.sixsenses.com
Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa is located at Rawai Beach on the south eastern side of Phuket Island. It is set amongst 64 acres of beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, facing the Andaman Sea. Travelling time from the airport is 45 minutes, Phuket town 25 minutes and 40 minutes to Patong Beach.
Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa embodies the Evason philosophy of Redefining Experiences, and as such presents a refreshing reinterpretation of a five star resort designed to appeal to today’s more sophisticated travellers. Evason stands for aspirational and innovative resort experience that are fun and vibrant , yet respectful for others and the environment. The Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa delivers affordable luxury in accessable yet exotic location.
The Evason Phuket and the Environment
Evason Phuket & Six Senses Spa’s Social and Environmental Programme is developed in line with Six Senses core purpose:
"To create innovative and enlightening experiences that rejuvenate our guests’ love of SLOW LIFE* "
*SUSTAINABLE – LOCAL – ORGANIC – WHOLESOME LEARNING – INSPIRING – FUN – EXPERIENCES
In many ways The Evason Phuket is an excellent example of sustainability in that the whole resort was developed in the shell of an existing building, perhaps the ultimate recycling experience for such a property. Added to this, numerous features and practices have been put in place to minimize negative impacts and embrace positive impacts. All embody the Evason theme – Redefining Experiences.
The basis for Evason Phuket’s environmental and social efforts comes from the Six Senses Hub’s Holistic Environmental Management Program and Social & Environmental Responsibility Fund. From this guideline Evason Phuket has, in line with Green Globe 21 Company Standard, developed a Social & Environmental Management System providing a clear direction of our environmental and social efforts. Evason Phuket’s Environmental and Social Sustainability Policy is focusing on energy efficiency, water management, waste management, social commitment, protecting natural surroundings, air quality and noise control.
Evason Phuket is the first Green Globe 21 Certified resort in South East Asia and the winner of Wild Asia’s Responsible Tourism Award 2006.
Evason Phuket, Six Senses Spa and the hosts are committed to reducing the negative environmental and social impact from activities associated with the resort and spa industry, namely providing accommodation, dining, excursions, spa experiences, sports and aquatic activities. Evason Phuket is committed to developing a sustainable environment by using the indictors set out by The Green Globe 21 Benchmarking format highlighted below. They will continuously monitor their performance and sustainable activities against the targets and goals set by Green Globe benchmarks, which will be adjusted, amended and acted upon wherever appropriate, and they will continue to submit performance data on an annual basis to Green Globe.
The Earthcheck indicators include:
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reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency, conservation and management.
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reduce water consumption through management of freshwater resources.
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preserve the ecosystem, particularly at Bon Island, but also within the resort as well as nearby surrounding areas.
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raise social and cultural issue through involvement and contribution to local communities.
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utilize and manage the land in order to preserve the environment and provide a natural habitat for wildlife and vegetation.
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protect the air quality both inside their buildings and outside and controlling noise pollution to not negatively affect guests, hosts nor neighbours.
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treat all waste water to avoid polluting discharges.
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minimise waste production through reduction, reuse, and recycling of products.
Evason Phuket’s Social and Environmental Management Programme is based around Six Senses Holistic Environmental Management Programme and Green Globe 21 Company Standard. Some of the environmental efforts are listed below:
Producing energy usually creates pollution and is the biggest cause of global warming. At Evason Phuket we are working on several projects to upgrade our systems to reduce our energy usage and to use renewable energy.
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Solar Thermal Plant for hot water
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Water pond and water fall used to create insulation
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Energy monitoring system with "peak demand" control
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Efficient mini-chiller system
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Medium Voltage (6,6kV) underground electrical cables
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Energy efficient light bulbs
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Double glazed windows
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Natural ventilation
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Four stroke engine speedboats
Water consumption is quite a concern on Phuket Island despite a lot of annual rainfall, as most of the water is in private hands and not in the governmental distribution system. Furthermore, waste water is a concern in that it may cause pollution particularly to the marine life. At Evason Phuket we are taking several measures to tackle these challenges.
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Self-sufficient water supply through own reservoir
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Production of own drinking water
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Waste water treatment plant
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Grey water used for garden irrigation – zero discharge
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Water saving "push" valves, shower heads and dual flush toilet systems
Waste, garbage, trash, rubbish, whatever you like to call it, is a huge source and cause of environmental degradation – either through litter illegally dumped/dropped, which washes up on beaches all over the world and which we see lying around, or that which is legally disposed of in landfill sites, often in pristine areas, destroying them forever. At Evason Phuket we are actively looking for ways to reduce the waste generated and dispose it properly.
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Waste separation and recycling
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Natural rubbish bags
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Shredding of garden waste
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Composting facility
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Re-use of the reverse side of printed paper
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Engine oil reused by treating wood
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Recycled wood used (plywood)
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Driftwood used for decoration
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In-room torches with rechargeable batteries
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Suppliers asked to reduce packaging
Evason Phuket and particularly our private beach at Bon Island are surrounded by a beautiful, biologically diverse coral reef, while the island itself is also home to numerous animal and plant species. Evason Phuket itself has been planted in order to try and re-generate a tropical flora as it would have been if left untouched.
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Local plants and fruit trees used
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Garden planted to give a natural look as well as shading from sun and noise
How to get there:
By Car and Car Rental Services
From Bangkok, take Highway No.4 (Phetkasem Road) pass through Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, Ranong and Phang-nga and cross the Sarasin Bridge to Phuket Island. All distance is totally about 862 kilometres. It’s totally take about 12 hours for this route.
Find more car rental services in Bangkok:
- Budget Car Rental –> MAP
Head Office
Address: 19/23 Building A, Royal City Avenue, New Petchburi Rd., Bangkok 10320
Tel: 02-203-9294-5
Tel: 02-134-4006-7, 02-134-4036 (Suvarnabhumi Airport)
Tel: 02-535-2143 (Don Muang Airport)
Website: www.budget.co.th
- Avis Car Rental –> MAP
Bangkok Downtown
Address: 2/12-13 Wireless Road, Bangkok 10330.
Tel: 02-251-2011
Reservation Center Bangkok: 02-251-1131-2
Website: www.avisthailand.com
- Thai Rent a Car –> MAP
Head Office
Address: 2371 Petchburee Building, New Petchburee Rd., Bangkok 10320
Tel: 02-318-8888, 08-7505-0502
Website: www.thairentacar.com
- Master Car Rental –> MAP
Address: 2222/9 Ladprao Rd. Wangthonglang, Bangkok 10310
Phone: 02-663-3030, 02-663-3035
Call Center: 02-931-8900
Email: reservation@mastercarrental.com
Website: www.mastercarrental.com
Transport Co., Ltd. operates bus services along the Bangkok – Phuket route daily. Buses services take about 12-13 hours depend on each class of buses.
For more information:
Address: Boromrachachonnanee Rd., Chimpli Talingchun Bangkok 10170
Tel. 02-262-3456
Ticket Reservation: 02-422-4444
Call Center: 1490
Website: www.transport.co.th
Note: Both bus schedule and ticket price are uncertain, so tourists should ask for more information before making a reservation.
Remark: 1 US$ = 32 Baht
Phuket Travel Service operates bus services along the Bangkok – Phuket route daily. Buses services take about 12 hours in this route.
For more information:
Bangkok Office:
Address: 26/37 Boromrachachonnanee Rd., Chimpli Talingchun Bangkok 10170
Tel: 02-885-9025-6
Tel: 02-894-6144-5 (Southern Bus Terminal)
Email: info@busphuket.com
Website:www.busphuket.com
Note: Both bus schedule and ticket price are uncertain, so tourists should ask for more information before making a reservation.
Remark: 1 US$ = 32 Baht
Phuket Office:
Address: 154/7 Phang Nga Rd., Taladyai, Muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: 076-222107-9
Phuket Central Tour is another private bus company that operates bus services along the Bangkok-Phuket route daily.
For more information:
Address: 26/41 Boromrachachonnanee Rd., Chimpli Talingchun Bangkok 10170
Tel: 02-434323-3 (Bangkok)
Tel: 076-213615, 076-214335 (Phuket)
Note: Both bus schedule and ticket price are uncertain, so tourists should ask for more information before making a reservation.
Remark: 1 US$ = 32 Baht
Find the Southern bus terminal in Bangkok, Thailand:
Southern Bus Terminal (Chimpli)
Address: Boromrachachonnanee Rd., Chimpli, Talingchun Bangkok 10170
Tel: 02-4351200, 02-4224400-1, 02-8946122
There is no direct train schedule to Phuket but travellers can get train by stopping at Phun Phin railway station (Surat Thani province) and continue by taking a regular bus to Phuket.
Note: Before travelling, please check timetable at Station Masters or the Information Unit at Bangkok Station Tel. 1690 (24 hrs.).
Remark: 1 US$ = 32 Baht
Source: State Railway of Thailand
Find more information of State Railway of Thailand:
Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong Station)
Address: 1 Rongmuang Road, Rongmuang, Pathumwan, Bangkok.
Tel. 02-222-0175, 02-621-8701, 02-220-4567
Email: info@railway.co.th
Website: www.railway.co.th
THAI AIRWAYS
For further information:
Tel: 02-356-1111
Website: WWW.THAIAIRWAYS.COM
Note: Schedule display is not real-time thus may be different from actual departure/arrival time which can be checked by creating a booking.
Learn more on:
- THAI: World’s first airline to calculate carbon footprint on in-flight meals
- Green the Blue Sky: Greening your flights
BANGKOK AIRWAYS
For further information:
Ticket/Reservation: 02-134-3888-89
Reservation Center: 1771
Website: WWW.BANGKOKAIR.COM
THAI AIR ASIA (THAILAND)
For further information:
Tel. 02-515-9999
Operating Hours: 8 AM – 9 PM
Website: www.airasia.com
Transportation in Phuket:
Car rental are available throughout the island, the rental fee is normally starting at 900 – 1,000 THB excluding gasoline for the vehicle. Car rental is a good selection for those who traveling in group or those who plan to hang around by themselves.
Find more car rentals in Phuket, Thailand:
Budget Car rental
Address: 36/5 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 076-205396 (Phuket International Airport) 076-292389 (Patong Beach)
Email: brachkt@budget.co.th, brachk5@budget.co.th
Website: www.budget.co.th
Master Car Rental (Phuket International Airport)
Address: 36/4 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket, 83140
Tel: 076-327755, 076-328633, 08-7513-5222
Email: reservation@mastercarrental.com
Website: www.mastercarrental.com
Avis Car Rental (Phuket International Airport)
Address: 36/6 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 08-9969-8674, 08-3104-3322, 076-351244
Email: res@AVISThailand.com
Website: www.avisthailand.com
Hertz Car Rental
Address: 36/1 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 076-328545 ( Phuker International Airport)
Email: reserve@hertz.pcrt.co.th
Website: www.hertz.com
Motorbike rental is the popular choice for budget tourists because it is very cheap and easy to access around the island. The rental fee is normally 120-150 THB/day (low season) and 150-250 THB/day (high season) for a standard motorbike.
David Motorbike Rental
Address: 34/1 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 076-327487, 076-328398, 08-1895-9477, 08-1 979-1361
Email: david@e-mail.in.th
Website: phuketindex.com/davidcarrent
Pure Motorbike and Car Rental
Address: 75 Ratsada road, Muang, Phuket 83000
Tel: 076-211002, 076-217797
Email: info@purecarrent.com
Website: www.purecarrent.com
Phuket Motorbike and Car Rental
Address: 23/3 Moo 1, T. Sakoo, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 076-205190, 076-205191
Email: info@phuketcarrent.com
Website: www.phuketcarrent.com
Best Rent a Car and Motorbike Service
Address: 22/2 Moo 6, T. Maikao, Thalang, Phuket 83140
Tel: 08-1535-1703, 076-205222
Email: best@bphu.com, bestrentacar@hotmail.com
Website: www.bphu.com
Local bus in Phuket is called "Song Thaew". This bus service runs on a loop route to many beaches around Phuket every day. Bus services start at 6 am from their own destination to Phuket town and the last bus will leave Phuket town around 4-6 pm daily. It is very popular for budget tourists.
The airport bus services tourists that arrive at Phuket airport by stopping at many terminals such as Phanthep Condotown, Surakun Stadium, Central – Big C – Lotus, Bypass Road, Boat Lagoon, the Two Sisters Monument, Thalang Hall, Pearl Village Hotel and Pearl Village Hotel. The cost of this service is about 15 – 85 THB.
Tuk Tuks are plentiful in Phuket which can carry up the tourists about 6 people for each time. The fares is about 40-100 THB for a short distance and 300 – 600 THB for the further distance.
Motorcycle drivers are usually dressed in a green or orange vest and are available for a short trip taxi service. Tourists can find motorbike taxi around Phuket town and other tourist attractions. The price is usually starting from 20 THB.
- Police (General Emergency Call) 191 –> www.royalthaipolice.go.th
- Tourist Police 1155 –> www.phukettouristpolice.go.th (Phuket Tourist Police)
- Highway Police 1193 –> www.highwaypolice.org
- TAT Call Center 1672 –> www.tourismthailand.org
- Marine Safety Center 1199 –> www.md.go.th
- Eco Tourism: Chumbe Island Coral Park, Tanzania, Africa
- Mangrove Forests Tourism
- "Keep Phuket Clean" – Earth Day 2010 Campaign
- Eco Watching: Butterfly Watching in Thailand at Khao Kho, Petchabun
- Eco Tourism with Unseen Freshwater Jellyfish in Thailand
- The Billion Tree Campaign – Growing Green
- The International Day for Biological Diversity 2011: Forest Biodiversity
