TRAVEL TIPS

To help with any questions you may have for your forthcoming holiday, we have prepared this brief selection of Travel Tips.

We hope that this brief introduction is helpful and sincerely look forward to welcoming you to our part of paradise. If we can be of any assistance before your arrival, please either contact us or visit our website.

Acclaimed worldwide, the Phi Phi Islands form part of a protected maritime park and are known for their white sandy beaches and stunning limestone monoliths. The Islands are located some 48 kms east of Phuket and 42 kms south of Krabi and consist of the larger inhabited Phi Phi Don and the smaller Phi Phi Lei, which obtained reputation from the blockbuster movie THE BEACH.

HOLIDAY INN
Since June 1st 2001, Palm Beach Travelodge resort is officially Holiday Inn Resort Phi Phi Island, a member of the Inter Continental group of hotels and resorts.

LOCATION
The resort is situated at the less touristy northern tip of the larger Phi Phi Don Island. The normal area for day-trippers is to the island's Southern coast and to Maya Bay, which is located on the smaller Phi Phi Lei Island.

ACCOMMODATION
The resort is an intimate boutique style comprising 77 bungalows built on the beachfront and throughout the tropical gardens. All bungalows are of the same size and with same facilities featuring polished wooden floors, air-conditioning, private terrace, tea / coffee facilities in room safe, hairdryer, minibar and shower. For families interconnecting bungalows are available.

TRANSFERS
Public ferries depart both to and from Phuket twice daily at approximately 0830 and 1330. The boat journey takes approximately 3 hrs according to tidal conditions. From Phuket airport to the ferry you must allow approximately one hour. Staff from the resort will assist with boarding the ferry both in Phuket and on the island. If you are traveling from Krabi, please visit our website or contact us. Pre-booking may also be made for private speedboat transfers.

BEDDING
All bungalows contain a King sized bed and an additional single bed. Rollaway beds are available upon request subject to availability.

CHECK IN / OUT TIMES
Check in time is 13.30 hrs daily. Check out time is 11.30 hrs daily. For your convenience prior or after the boat transfer we have full shower and changing areas should you require.

RESTAURANTS
The resort offers two restaurants and two bars.

Tai Rom Prao offers the choice of dining inside or outside on the terrace, with a selection of European, Thai and Asian cuisine. Breakfast is served as buffet daily and a la carte menu choices are available at lunch and dinner.

Cha Bah seafood restaurant has a beautiful beachfront setting where you will hear the sound of the sea and enjoy the sand between your toes as you dine. A fresh seafood market concept is featured each night.

Mong Thalay Bar overlooks the beach in front of the resort and opens from midday to midnight for a relaxing drink whilst our live band entertains you.

Sunset Satay Bar, located on the hilltop offers the best sunset view on Phi Phi island whilst you look out over the Andaman Sea towards Phuket.

Average costs for meals per person are 350 Baht for breakfast, 350 Baht for lunch and 650 Baht for dinner.(++ for all)

(Cha Bah restaurant and Sunset Satay Bar are subject to weather.)

INTERNET
Internet and email access is available in the resort lobby.

HANDICAPPED FACILITIES
Whilst the resort offers easy access, the boat journey is challenging for those with any walking difficulties.

CHILDREN FACILITIES
A children's pool is available and baby cots or baby sitters may be arranged.

ACTIVITIES
For the energetic we offer a daily activities program including boat tours, batik painting, cultural and cooking courses and sports including beach volleyball, tennis, snooker darts. A mini book library and video selection is also available at all times

WATER SPORTS
Snorkeling, canoeing and windsurfing are available complimentary. Fishing is available with a local guide either from local long-tail boat or speedboat and the resort has a 5 star PADI Dive center.

BEACH & SWIMMING
The hotel fronts onto 500 meters of white sandy beach beachfront qualified as maritime national park, which is suitable for swimming with seldom any tidal currents. The resort also offers a fresh water free form pool with a depth of 1-2 m and adjoining Jacuzzi pool.

HEALTH / MEDICAL
A registered nurse is available at the resort 24 hours per day for any minor medical requirements. A small hospital facility is also available at the main Township and there are excellent international facilities in Phuket if required. In the event of an emergency a speedboat may be arranged through the resort.

Of course, do not forget in tropical locations, sun block and insect repellant are both recommended for your comfort.

ELECTRICITY
Electrical supply is 220 volt / 50 cycles. Adapters are available at the resort.

LANGUAGES
English is spoken and certain staff at the resort speaks other European languages.

TRANSPORT
As there are no roads on the island, transportation is by local long-tail boats, which can be easily rented at low cost.

TOURS / EXCURSIONS
The nearby islands and beaches offer opportunities for scuba diving, snorkeling, picnics and sightseeing which can be arranged. The resort offers a choice of more than 10 options either individually or as part of a small group.

HOTEL OFFICE
The resort reservations office is located in Phuket town and is able to provide any assistance you may require on the day of your arrival or departure.

HONEYMOONS
Special arrangements are available through your agent for this occasion

CLOTHING
Light free flowing clothes are recommended in tropical climates.

AIRLINE OFFICES
There are no offices on the island, however the resort staff can handle confirmation of tickets or ticket purchase with prior notice.

CUSTOMS
Nude or topless bathing is not part of Thai culture, which we ask you to respect.

SHOPPING
The resort boutique offers a wide range of gifts, artifacts and souvenirs, reading materials, basic pharmacy items, snack food and beverages. The main township of Tonsai Bay, has a wide variety of small shops, bars and restaurants and is approximately 20 minutes by local boat from the resort. Our weekly night market at the resort also offers opportunity to find items of interest.

BANK / MONEY
Foreign exchange facilities are available at the resort and all major credit cards are accepted. The nearest ATM machines are located in Phuket.

TELEPHONE
All rooms are provided with telephones. Due to the island landscape mobile phone access is inconsistent and not available in all areas.

GOLF
There are no facilities for golf on the Phi Phi Islands. If you are bringing golf clubs on your trip to Thailand, we suggest making arrangements to leave them at your hotel in Phuket / Krabi prior to your departure for Phi Phi.

CLIMATE
The Andaman Sea region enjoys a tropical climate throughout the year. Temperatures range between 25 to 35 degrees centigrade, with a monthly average of approx 30º. Humidity ranges approx 75% to 95%. Whilst the weather is generally sunny year round, the period from May to October during the monsoon is expected to have increased rain and stronger winds. All resort facilities are open throughout the year. Water temperature is about 26 deg c

The information above is presented as a guide only and is subject to change. Neither the resort nor any agency or intermediary accepts any responsibility for the accuracy thereof or omissions of any information.