October 2013

October 2013

Archery and its legendary fun is available on the island

for travelers, the expatriate community & everyone in Phuket

KAMALALA CARBONARA

PHUKET OLD TOWN WALKS TO SEE REAL PHUKET LIFE.

Two Great Restaurant Reviews in Patong & Kamala

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ContentsEditor’s NoteCover PhotoBAAN CHINPRACHA

The official start of Phuket’s high season is now only a month away, and as Airports of Thailand officially reported that Phuket International Airport saw a record breaking 1 million passengers pass through in the month of August you have to wonder what kind of figures are going to pass come through come the busiest months if December and January, and whether the amounts are going to put too much pressure on the already over strained facility.

October figures should give a little insight into what to expect come the busy months, as for 9 days of October, 5th until 13th, Phuket sees its annual Vegetarian Festival, an event which year on year see growing amounts of visitors. If a so called low season month such as August can see 1 million passengers pass through the airport, you can be certain that October and the following months will also see record breaking figures.

Russell Smith Editor

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Phuket Old Town Walks: Must see

06 Boating in Phuket

07 Restaurant review

14 XBOX-OneThe Next Generation

READ ‘IN-PHUKET’IN THESE OUTLETS AND MANY OTHERS.

The Hardstand is a lot more than a great coffee shop, they have a fantastic

menu as well just take a look at their website http://www.thehardstand.

com and Facebook page www.facebook.com/TheHardstandCafe and see.

Every Friday they offer a great BBQ night starting at 5.30pm and this a not

to be missed event. They also have an excellent reputation offer catering for

Marine Charters and other events.

The only Pub in the north of Phuket Island in Mai Khao, providing a selection of draft beer and ciders, multi-screen and BIG screen coverage of live sports as well as live music and entertainment. A little something for everyone! Our menu is based on traditional pub favorites’, and some options for those with

a taste for Thai.

A great café and bistro in Phuket Old Town, offering a wonderful selection of

coffee from Nespresso, you can also purchase a fabulous machine for home/

office use. There you will find a delightful selection of sandwiches, salads,

cakes, ice cream and they also serve breakfast. Not forgetting Wines, Beer

and Vodka.

Danny Place is a fabulous bar and restaurant in Kamala where you can

be assured of a wonderful welcome. On offer is great selection of drinks

from beers to cocktails or just enjoy great coffee. The menu offer excellent

value authentic Thai food and is open for breakfast, lunch or diner.

Located in the prestigious Boat Lagoon Marina off Thepkasattri Rd. You will see the on the right-hand side after the security box

You will find Dannys Place on the Rim Had Road in Kamala, in-between 7/11 Eleven and the Print Resort

Bill Bentley Pub is located on the 2nd floor of

Turtle Village shopping plaza, Mai Khao beach,

2 minutes walk from JW Marriott and Anantara

Phuket Villashttp://billbentleypub.com

Located in Phuket Old Town at 58 Radsada Rd. between Phuket Rd &Takoupa Rd.Tel: 080 524 2121

for travelers, the expatriate community & everyone in Phuket

(Part I: Bareboat Sailing Holiday)

, La Carbonara

16 WhisperThe opposite side of social network

07 Recipe: Panaeng

12 Archery and its legendary fun is available on the island

15 Restaurant review, Seabreeze

17 FLUFFY “Adopt a dog”

17 Events & News

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Daily baked Italian Breads and Italian Pastries, from our Executive Pastry Chef Francesco Giordano.

Wide selection of Italian cold cuts and cheeses, delicatessen, fruit and vegetables, pasta, fine extra virgin olive oils, and special gourmet products.

Enjoy our Illy coffee at the coffee bar, or a nice lunch from our carte of Italian traditional specialty.


Travel & Eateries4 in Phuket, October 2013

BAAN CHINPRACHA - The first building of its kind to be

built on the island. This elegant Sino-Portuguese mansion is located

on Krabi Road. The sixth generation of the original owners still

lives there and certain areas of the house are open to the public.

Opening hours are from 09:00-16:30 every day except Sunday, and

there is small entrance fee.

SHRINE OF THE SERENE LIGHT – or Ting Kwan Tang is

over 120 years old and is hidden down a tiny alleyway. The shrine has

been renovated and opened to the public early in 2013.The shrine

features colorful intricate sculpture made from bits of colored

porcelain. It is located on Thalang Road very close to the On On Hotel and

admission is free.

We understand that some visitors here who dreamed of arriving at a tropical paradise may be disappointed when they first step onto the

island. Along with the thick and fast development happening around the edge of town and the beach fronts, we don’t think massive air

conditioned superstores, high-end restaurants, luxury hotels, or cabaret shows are what every visitor expects to see.

Phuket life, real Phuket life is what many visitors come to see, isn’t it?

This is a good reason to spend a day lingering around Phuket Town. If you’re staying near a beach reaching Phuket Town by taxi can be nearly

1,000Baht, a much cheaper alternative is a Po Tong, a pick-up converted into a bus which run from the beaches to Phuket Town. The Po Tong station

is located at the market on Ranong Road and this is an ideal place to start your tour of the town.

The Old Town is made up of five roads in the center of town. These are Rasada Rd, Phang Nga Rd, Thalang Rd, Dibuk Rd, and Krabi Rd. The town was

built in late 19th century when tin mining was booming, thus the community had a mix of nationalities. One was a unique mix of Hokkien Chinese

and Thai called ‘Baba’ and the old town features the homes of these affluent Baba people and they offer a glimpse into their opulent lifestyles and

also their customs and traditions.

Grandiose Sino-colonial mansions are also a dominating feature. Some of them have been turned into trendy shop houses, restaurants, quaint

cafes, museums and art galleries. History is to be found around every corner in the old town and below is some places which you really shouldn’t

miss.

PHUKET OLD TOWN WALKS: Must see


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AMULETS MARKET - This can be found down a tiny alley off Rassada Road in Phuket Town, not far from the Fountain Circle and adjacent to the Krung Thai Bank. This is where religious amulets, charms, and talismans are sold. Here you can see faithful believer’s squatting down with their magnifying glasses to study tiny images of the Buddha. It is great fun to see and makes an excelling pit stop while walking around the old town.

SOI ROMANEE - This road is full of colorful renovated buildings, and it was once a red light district for the Chinese laborers who came to work in the tin mines. Some shophouses have been turned into chic bars, while some continue to be what they were originally such as old style barbers. Today, all the electric and phone cables have been put underground and it is one of the most popular location for romantic pre-wedding photo shoots.

THAI HUA MUSEUM - This is also on Krabi Road and is less than five minutes walk from Baan Chinpracha. At first it was a Chinese-language school but it has since been renovated and is now a museum which exhibits various aspects of Phuket’s history. Highlights include a short film about the Phuket-China connection which has English subtitles. Opening Hours are 09:00 – 17:00 daily and admission is 200 Baht


Travel & Eateries06 in Phuket, October 2013

Staying in a hotel room may become a little boring for some, so how about lying on the deck of a boat, sailing to visit different locations, whilst feeling the heat of the sun and the sea breeze blowing on your skin, and anchoring up at night and staring at the star filled sky above?

IIt’s an experience in which, depending on your mood, you can

choose where you want to be and how you wish to spend your

time. If you want peace and quiet, you can visit one of the many

deserted beaches. If you are in more of a partying mood, you can

watch the sunset from a seafood restaurant and then attend a beach party

or dance till sunrise in a nightclub.

Bareboat Yacht Charter also known as independent charters. This

is an option which allows experienced sailors to sail where and when they

please. They provide the utmost freedom and privacy. Sailing licenses are not

mandatory for most charter companies, however the charterer is required

to have a minimum of three years sailing experience as a skipper and there

will also has to be a required refundable security deposit or damage waiver

option. One or two days practice with a local skipper for familiarization is also

possible if needed.

Sailing yachts that available for bareboat come in different types and sizes.

You can find anything from 30 foot single hulls up to 50ft catamarans which

can accommodate 10-12 crew members. Motor yachts are not yet allowed for

bareboat charters. Most bareboats are fully equipped and come with a dinghy

and outboard engine. At the start of your yacht charter there will be full

briefing about the boat and the sailing area.

Sailing schools and regattas - you have zero knowledge about

sailing there are companies that offer sailing courses. They are short, fun

courses that teach you the basics of sailing, and you will be surprised how

capable you are of guiding a small yacht which could change your holiday

forever. Advance courses including race training are also available.

Where and when to catch the wind?Phuket lies 8 degrees north of the equator and experiences mild tropical

weather. The winds generally blow from the northeast in the dry season

months, which are from November until April. During this time it is possible

to sail in all parts of the area, including the West coast of Thailand and the

famous Surin & Similan Islands, known for their great diving locations! The

days are generally blue skies in the day and clear starry skies at night.

March and April can be very sunny, with absolutely no rain and rather light

breezes; so it is ideal for sailors who like flat seas.

BOATING IN PHUKET (PART I: BAREBOAT SAILING HOLIDAY)

In the “Green season”, which falls from May to October, the wind turns and comes generally

from the south west direction. Fortunately being blessed with mild weather Phuket does not experi-

ence cyclones or typhoons and the weather in this season is often pleasant with some rainfall.

Although the Andaman Sea coast is unsuitable for sailing during this time, Phang Nga Bay, off

Phuket’s East Coast, provides a sheltered, calm and enchanting place to cruise. With its numerous

islands, all unique in formation, this makes a great cruising area by any one’s standards. This is

one reason most boats are based on the west coast of Phuket offering possibilities to cruise all

year round.

Photos from Asia Marine Ltd www.asia-marine.net



La Carbonara Ristorante Pizzeria – Authentic Italian Cuisine at a Reasonable Price

Hailing from central Italy, Valentina & Francesco

are managing director/host and chef of

Ristorante Pizzeria, La Carbonara, located

at Foxtail Plaza, Rim Had Road, Kamala.

This spacious restaurant with indoor and outdoor

seating is comfortable with its tables set out so all

diners can dine in private, whilst enjoying a typically

Italian homely atmosphere which Valentina & Francesco

focus so hard on providing.

The menu here is heavily influenced by northern Italian

cuisine but of course they also serve some classis Italian

dishes.

Most of the main ingredients used at la Carbonara

are imported from Italy, the vegetables are all organic

and the pasta homemade on the premises.

For my visit I decided on the Antipesto Misto

Carbonara, a selection of cold cuts & cheeses, melon

and flatbread nicely presented on a wooden

serving board. From the taste of the meats and cheese

you could tell that they use only the best imported

products, surprising considering the average price of

a meal here is a reasonable 300 baht. For main i

was recommended the Spaghetti Carbonara, and

i wasn’t disappointed, the pasta was served with

just the right amount of sauce which had a perfect

amount of flavours from the bacon, Pecorino

cheese and black pepper and was as authentic

as it could possibly be. I only had a beer to go

with my meal but they do have a fantastic drinks

menu with a range of wines to suit all budgets.

Along with the menu they also have a small

number of dishes on their special board which

changes at least twice a week, as well as regular

nightly specials which are promoted on their

Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/

LaCarbonaraphuket?fref=ts).

All in all both the food and service was

excellent, and if you’re in any doubt or perhaps

think I’m being biased, just check out La Carbonara’s

reviews on TripAdvisor.com or go along for yourself.

Mon: 17:00 - 23:00Wed - Sun: 17:00 - 23:00

72/6 Moo 3 Rim had Road,

Kamala, Kathu, Phuket 83120Tel: +66 (0) 808925204 or +66(0) 860585793Email: [email protected]

The word PANAENG takes its name from the city island in Malaysia

“Penang”. It is a much richer, sweeter and creamier than any other

Thai curries. Peanut is a signature flavor in this curry, but can be

omitted if you are allergic.

PROCEDURE

1. Heat the coconut cream in a wok for

about 20 seconds. Add curry paste and

fry for about 1 minute or until fragrant.

Add the prawns and stir well until the

prawns cling to the paste, fry for a further

30 seconds.

2. Pour in the coconut cream and chicken

stock and bring to the boil. Then season

with the sugar, fish sauce and half the

shredded kaffir lime leaves. Taste and

adjust the flavour as required and remove

from the heat.

3. Serve and garnished with the

remaining shredded kaffir lime leaves

and chilli strips.

SERVES 2

3 tablespoons coconut cream

1 tablespoon panaeng curry paste

1 cup colossal prawns, peeled

and deveined

1/4 cup coconut cream

1/4 cup chicken stock

2 teaspoons palm sugar

1 tablespoon fish sauce

1 tablespoon shredded kaffir

lime leaves

1 teaspoon thinly sliced big red chili

NOTES:

1. Vegetables are not usually added in

Panaeng curry.

PANAENG CURRY WITH PRAWNS


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between China, India and South East Asia and a large number of Chinese

immigrants came to work at the tin mines and rubber plantations. At

this time, there was a group of Chinese opera singers who had come to

entertain the workers and it was during the Chinese ninth lunar month

that Phuket was hit with an epidemic which caused many of the group to

become very sick. After some time it was realised that they had forgot-

ten to pay homage to two of the emperor gods, Kiew Ong Tai Teh and Yok

Ong Sone Teh. The traveling opera then knew that they would have to

observe a strict vegetarian diet. The traveling opera all recovered from the

sickness. The people of Phuket were so amazed that vegetarian ritual, with

its ceremonies, had resolved the problem and they therefore embraced the

faith enthusiastically. Thus the festival began on the first evening of the

ninth lunar month and continued until the ninth evening and has done ever

since. Today, the belief is that the festival will bring good luck to individuals

who partake as well as to their communities.

SCHEDULE FOR STREET PROCESSIONS OF CHINESE SHRINES

MON OCTOBER 07, 2013 SAPAM SHRINE

TUE OCTOBER 08, 2013 SAMKONG SHRINE

WED OCTOBER 09, 2013 BAN THA RVE SHRINE

THU OCTOBER 10, 2013 BANG NEOW SHRINE

CHERNG THALAY SHRINE

FRI OCTOBER 11, 2013 JUI TUI SHRINE

SAT OCTOBER 12, 2013 KATHU SHRINE

YOKKEKENG SHRINE

SUN OCTOBER 13, 2013 SUI BOON TONG SHRINE

The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is the most talked about vegetar-

ian festival and probably can only be described as mind-blowing.

This dramatic celebration takes place during the first nine days of the

ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar, which this year falls from

October 5th to October 13th.

This auspicious grand event sees the whole island taken over by the

white clothed devotees. For nine days they convert to vegetarians, and

follow the tradition of refraining from killing animals for food, drinking

alcoholic drinks, engaging in sex, quarreling or telling lies in order to

purify their minds and bodies.

Throughout the festival wafting smoke fills the air and drums are

sounded, especially during ceremonies. It is believed that the louder

they are the better, because the noise drives away evil spirits. Some of the

highlights of the festival are the ear splitting sound of firecrackers,

lion dances and incredible acts of self -mortification such as climbing

knife ladders, walking on hot coals, a ritual bridge crossing and street

processions through the main roads of Phuket Town in which the

mediums, in a state of trance, have their cheeks pierced and bodies spiked

with various types of sharp objects like large knives, skewers and other

household items without showing any signs of pain. This is definitely not

recommended for the faint hearted.

Although the true origins of the festival are unclear it is believed that

it originated in the south-eastern part of China near Fujian Province

but first came to Phuket in 1825 when the island was a trade center

HISTORY OF THE PHUKET

VEGETARIAN FESTIVAL


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Enforcing aforeign court’s verdict in Thailand.E nforcing a foreign court’s verdict in Thailand is not an easy

process. As an example, imagine you have filed a case

overseas and a foreign court has ordered a Thai defendant to

pay compensation. Internationally, there are guiding concepts that allow

for verdicts to potentially be imposed in a different jurisdiction; however,

there are few standard conventions. Thailand has no treaties in place, so it

falls to the courts to determine the applicability of a foreign verdict. The

general practice is that the foreign nation’s judgment will not be upheld

unless local law requirements are clearly met.

The four principal concepts with which an individual can seek to enforce

a verdict in another country are as follows. In Thailand, only the fourth

avenue is available:

1. A foreign court’s verdict can be used and enforced in another country

without any need to file an application to the court. The foreign court’s

verdict can be enforced and issued by the court within the country.

2. A foreign court’s verdicts can be used and enforced in another country

only when the territorial court considers the said verdicts or orders are not

conflicting or prohibited by their law or contrary to public order / good

morals.

3. A country court will accept the other foreign court’s verdicts or orders

dependent upon the relationship between that country and the comity of

nations.

4. A foreign court’s verdicts and orders can only be used as evidence in

the territorial court trial. If you want to enforce them, you have to file an

application to the court as a new case.

Generally, verdicts or orders from a foreign court are not enforceable in

Thailand because they are granted outside of Thailand’s court jurisdiction

and there are currently no existing treaties. In order to enforce a particular

verdict, the ruling from the case must be submitted as evidence to the

court (only the verdict is required).The evidence is used to show that a

case trial is unnecessary, as the court is not readdressing the case, but only

considering the final verdict.

There are three rules that must be followed in order for the Thai court to

accept and enforce the foreign court’s verdict or order. These are as follows:

1. The foreign court who issued the verdict or orders must have jurisdiction

over the case.

2. The verdicts or orders must be analyzed to determine that there is an

appropriate cause for dispute.

3. The verdicts or orders must be final with no further proceedings

available to either party.

Despite the difficulties in this process, enforcing a foreign verdict in

Thailand is a viable option. You should seek out credible legal counsel who

has the expertise to manage this process for you.



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ARCHERY AND ITS LEGENDARY FUN IS AVAILABLE ON THE ISLAND

In the last few years arrows have been hitting the big screen in films

and our hearts have been filled with the strained bows by the likes

of Legolas, Son of Thranduil of Mirkwood (The Lord of The Rings),

Katniss Everdeen from District 12 (The Hunger Games), Princess

Merida of Clan DunBroch (Brave), Neytiri Princess of the Omaticaya

Tribe on the world of the Na’vi (Avatar), Susan Pevensie (The Chronicles of

Narnia) and top archer Robin of Loxley.

It has become pretty clear that archery is a sport that is having quite a

big moment at this time. The first known use of bows and arrows, usually

for the hunting of animal, dated as far back as the Stone Ages. In later

years armies used them as weapons. Many of the most successful armies

in earlier centuries such as the Persian, Japanese and even Roman were

successful because of the large amount of archers in their military. In fact,

Native Americans used bows as weapons since the 1800’s, and in view of

the Archery is probably one of mankind most ancient tools which soon

spread around the world. And today, archery isn’t treated simply as a social

activity, but as a national sport even in countries such as South Korea and

Bhutan.

Archery first appeared in the Olympics in 1900 but it went away, it returned

in 1972 and has remained as an Olympic sport ever since, with Korea and

the United States being the two most successful countries in the competition

at the moment. However, to excel and enjoy archery you don’t have to be

a professional athlete, unlike some male-dominated sports. To get started

you require focus and patience rather than strength.


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Luckily, Phuket offers a chance for those interested in fulfilling their

action movie fantasies with the Phuket Archery Club (Phuket AC) which

was founded in July 2010 and is a registered member of the Sport

Association of Phuket. The club is located in Phuket Town and here you

can discover all about your shooting instinct. Phuket Archery Club is a

family oriented range where people of all ages are welcome, especially

children aged 8 or over. At the club, senior and junior members all shoot

together and therefore more experienced archers are there to look

out and assist newer and younger members. Once in a while national

archers are also invited to come and train members and give secrets

and tips about special techniques.

For those new to archery a taster session called the “Discovery Course”

is available at a very cheap fee, just enough to help the club keeps

running the range and repair the equipment and backstops. It is about

an hour session which provides an introduction into archery, the safety

rules, types of bows and a shooting trial.

Three types of bows are available to try; a recruve, traditional and

the most powerful, a compound. Archery can be fun and exciting

especially for kids, and when conducted properly, is very safe.

Injuries occur in less than one out of every 1,000 people who

participate in the sport. It develops ones physical attributes and,

at the same time, keenness in observation, analysis, and calculation

are developed or enhanced. Besides physical benefits children

involved in archery have the advantage of gaining social and emo-

tional benefits such as character development, respect for others, habit

formation, etc.



XBOX-ONE | The Next Generation in Home Entertainment

The XBOX-One is the latest and greatest, next generation, all-in-

one gaming and entertainment system. This system is really a

one-stop shop because it allows you to quickly and easily switch

over to different forms of entertainment. The digital and cloud

technology is all wrapped up in a sleek, black console, which is

extremely powerful, fast and capable of letting you customize

your entertainment options. XBOX-One is currently scheduled to

launch on November 22, 2013.

Inside XBOX-One The system itself is packed with memory for ultimate speed and

performance. It features an 8-core processor to quickly switch

between your favorite games and entertainment choices. There

is an 8GB RAM/500 GB hard drive to give you the most enhanced

graphics and quality you have ever seen.

An HDMI Pass-Thru allows you to hook up the cable or satellite and

watch TV, movies or play your favorite video games with Blu-ray.

All-in-One Entertainment SystemOne of the best things about this entertainment system is that it allows you to do a

couple of different things simultaneously, such as talk with friends on Skype while

watching TV, or play a game while listening to music, so you never miss a moment.

You are able to customize your entertainment options however you like, allowing them

to include TV, movies, music, apps and of course, games. Set it up so you can quickly

switch back and forth between entertainment options, or enjoy more than one at the

same time.

Everyone can have their own personalized Home screen, for instant access to their

favorite games and entertainment, available wherever you sign in on any XBOX-One.

The Ultimate GamingAnd speaking of games, they are so good that XBOX One walked away with twice as

many awards over the competition at the E3 Video Game Awards.

Play such classics as Call of Duty Ghost, Titan, Halo or Motosports. The true-to-life nature

of the games and graphics will literally make you believe you are right in the middle of

the action.

The multiplayer function is easier to use, offers tons of new features and it’s a lot faster to

jump in on the action. When you are waiting around in game lobbies, you still can watch

TV or chat with you friends while XBOX-One finds opponents from the millions of players

around the world.

Take a giant leap into the future, the next generation, and customize your entertainment

options there.



SEABREEZE SEAFOOD BUFFET SEEING IS BELIEVING

Each and every Tuesday and Saturday night,

Seabreeze Cafe, the flagship restaurant

of the Holiday Inn Resort Phuket , Patong

, offers a real treat for lovers of seafood with their

Sumptuous ‘Seafood Buffet’.

Now, when one imagines a buffet dinner, one usually

thinks of large steel trays of premade dishes kept

warm under a heater for who knows how long, and

once emptied replaced with another identical dish.

But with the Seabreeze Seafood Buffet, while selected

dishes are pre-cooked for convenience, the majority

of the items are cooked to order, yes a buffet that

actually allows diners to choose their ingredients and

have a dish cooked there in front of them.

When it comes to what’s available at this amazing

buffet dinner there is so much on offer that it’s easier

to mention what’s not available, but what would be

the point. There is such an astounding array of fresh

Andaman produce for you, yes truly fresh, that upon

a first visit the whole experience may seem like a

daunting one, but don’t worry as one of the helpful

and knowledgeable staff will always be on hand to

lead the way.

Start in the cold room and choose from a range

of salads, sushi, sashimi , fresh marinated mussels

and oysters. Then move onto the carving station

where whole roasted local fish with herbs, garlic &

tomatoes awaits. Or if it’s freshly prepared treiyaki

you desire, move onto the grill and select your

ingredients and wait as the chefs prepare your dish

right in front of your eyes. If the belly isn’t yet full

enough then there’s always the BBQ hotplate with its

selection of the freshest local caught shellfish. There

is of course a selection of delightful desserts to finish

off the meal.

Seeing really is believing at the Sumptuous Seabreeze Seafood Buffet, and at only 899 per person it is something which visitor’s to Phuket

can afford to eat but cannot afford to miss.

52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket

83150 / Tel: +66 (0)76 370 200XBOX-ONE | The Next Generation in Home Entertainment



WHISPER: THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF SOCIAL NETWORK

Millions of people all around the world use social networks to connect with their friends, meet new people, share images and videos, play games and a whole lot more. Unfortunately, there are a lot of privacy issues with the big social networks. People are becoming increasingly worried about their personal data that they voluntarily provide to social networks like Facebook and Twitter. If you want to use a social network that allows you to stay anonymous, you should take a look at a new site called Whisper.

What is Whisper?Whisper is a new social network that allows us to stay anonymous whilst posting

our experiences, thoughts, and feelings. It’s a bit different from other social networks

because you don’t share your personal information. You can share all your darkest

secrets and never be worried that somebody will find out it’s you!

It works a bit differently from the popular social networks like Facebook. Basically,

you can share your thoughts using photos and then type on top of the photo using

an array of different fonts. It has been described as “A Pinterest for Memes” (Quota-

palooza).

What makes it fun?One of the best things to do on this social network is to scroll down the page and

take a look at the kind of things that people confess to. If you find a picture that you

like, you also have the opportunity to share it on Tumblr, Facebook or Twitter.

Probably the biggest bonus about this social network that is really is a place to vent

your ideas and thoughts and actually have freedom of speech over everything you

say. Even today, we are not free to say some of the things we’d like to, not because it’s

illegal, but because we fear the scrutiny of our family and friends. Here, you can say

absolutely anything you want and not have to worry about a thing.

What makes it better for privacy?If you already use Facebook, you’ll have noticed that your account is set to public, unless you change the settings to private. Even still, Facebook still know

your name, where you are and what you like. This information can be used to push advertising in your face, or even passed onto the authorities when they

put in a request.

Whisper, on the other hand, won’t even ask your name. When you post, it says that the post came from ‘Near New York’, for example. This really is truly anony-

mous and if you’re the kind of person that worries about your online anonymity but still want to share your thoughts and ideas sometimes, there really is

no better place to do other than Whisper.

Whisper is probably the first 100% anonymous social network and if privacy is your thing, then this is the social network for you.

To use Whisper you do need to download the app for your iPhone or Android phone, at the moment you can’t reply to people or post your own ‘whispers’

on your computer.


17in Phuket, October 2013 Events & News

Phuket Vegetarian Festival 05-13 October 2013The Phuket Vegetarian Festival is an annual event held during the

ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar. It is believed that the

vegetarian festival and its accompanying sacred rituals bestow good

fortune upon those who religiously observe this rite. During this time,

local residents of Chinese ancestry strictly observe a 10-day vegetarian

or vegan diet for the purposes of spiritual cleansing and merit-making.

Phuket International Women’s Club Monthly Lunch8 September 2013The International Women’s Club (PIWC) holds monthly lunches to help

raise funds for charities and to network. The September lunch will be

held at the Cape Panwa Hotel.Beach Volleyball World Tour hits the sand in Phuket Oct 29 - Nov 3 2013

Events

All are welcome but registration is essential. Lunch for members is 500 Baht and for guests, 650 Baht.

Contact: Carole Dux, Tel: +66 7631 6711. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.phuketiwc.com

The 2013 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour will make its

penultimate stop at Karon beach, Phuket at the end of

October. This will be the 8th successive year that Thailand

has staged an Open series women’s event on the FIVB calen-

dar. The US$110,000 Phuket Thailand Open powered by PTT,

which is organized by Pentangle Promotions Co., Ltd and the

Thailand Volleyball Association will be held from 29 October –

3 November 2013. The Phuket Thailand Open powered by

PTT is the biggest annual beach sporting event in South East

Asia and Thai beach volleyball fans will be able to watch over

50 of the world’s top women beach volleyball teams in action

on Karon beach. Admission to the tournament is free.http://www.pentanglepromotions.com

Sacred rituals are performed at various Chinese shrines and temples and aesthetic displays such

as walking barefooted over hot coals and ascending ladders with bladed rungs are performed by

entranced devotees known as “Ma Song”.

FLUFFY “ADOPT A DOG”Hi my name is Fluffy & I have spent most of my life locked in a concrete cage with no room to move around.

That was up until not long ago when someone came & rescued me &

helped me get free from this prison &I am forever grateful as I was very

sick with Liver failure, severe jaundice & open wounds on my rump from

sleeping on the wet concrete for so long.

That was up until not long ago when someone came & rescued me &

helped me get free from this prison &I am forever grateful as I was very

sick with Liver failure, severe jaundice & open wounds on my rump from

sleeping on the wet concrete for so long.

If you might be looking to adopt a small cute dog, that’s full of love I

would like to love you!!

I’m looking for a new home ....

PLEASE ADOPT ME!!

You can contact: [email protected]

To find out more about me...

Or check out :

www.doggieheaven.net to see some more photos



SUDOKUThese Sudoku puzzles are pitched at a middle level: not too easy,

and not too frustratingly hard, for the average person.

Last month's sudoku answers

CrosswordCross1. Two of which make the whole3. African river7.Short attire8.Winner9.English Football Team10.Sleep

Trivia Quiz1. What is the largest flower in the world?

2. What do the letters DNA stand for?

3. How many bones are there in the human body?

4. What do the Roman numerals CX stand for?

5. In which year did Michael Jackson release his single entitled Thriller?

6. What occurs once in a minute, twice in a week and once in a year?

7. What are the names of the two longest rivers in the world?

8. What is the capital of New Zealand?

9. In which country would you find the Port of Alexandria?

10. What does 'Co. Ltd.' mean?

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Last month's solutionDown1. Part of a camel2. Hang without trial4. At first5.Involve undesirably6. His business was picking up8. Worries

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Fresh, live action cooking

Sumptuous Seafood Buffet: THB 899++ per person

Every Tuesday and Saturday, an un-paralleled choice of fresh Andaman delights:Oysters, rock lobster, steamed mussels, seafood curry, Tom Yam Goong, crispy prawns, whole baked fish and more!

We also offer a variety of themed dinners and family focused buffets throughout the week. Open daily for dinner 18:30 to 22:00

Kids Eat Free: Under 12 years, when dining with an adult

STAY FRESH

52 Thaweewong Road, Patong, Phuket 83150 Tel:+66(0)76370200Fax:+66(0)76370298Email: [email protected]

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