A Memorable Journey to Jumeirah Private Island

PRLog (Press Release) – Sep 05, 2008 – The largest number of travel and tour awards have been bagged by the Jumeirah properties which the extremely luxurious and highly innovative in the entire world. This Dubai based hospitality group comprises of Al –Arab, one of the most luxurious hotels, Jumeirah emirates Tower, Jumeirah Beach Club Resort and Spa, the multi award winning Jumeirah Beach Hotel.

TGR Group –Asia has appointed Jumeirah Group, The really dynamic and most luxurious international group and member of Dubai Holding, the responsibility to look after the 5 star Private Islands resort which is at present under development and is located less than 500 meters off Phuket in the Southern Gateway of Phang Nga Bay.

The Phuket Island which is locally known as ‘ Barama  Bay’ literally meaning ‘ highest respect’  provides ease of access to the guests and encompasses the most exclusive villas, super yacht marina and the yacht club. These Private Islands are supposed to be completed in late 2009/2010 and offers a great deal of luxury, privacy and high degree of security which would be new for the Asia-Pacific Customers.

The luxury villas phuket and their surroundings can be customized according to the taste of the individual buyers. The Private Island Resort features deluxe pool villas each with private infinity pool and Jacuzzi, 65 of them, 12 three bedroom luxury residential villas as well as 4 bars and restaurants, apart from this spa and fitness facilities and a very large swimming pool. In addition to this the resort offers a private yacht club, tennis court a business centre and a library along with reading rooms. The amount starts at US$2.8 million; almost 80 % of it has been already purchased by the individuals who wish to take up residence on the Jumeirah Private Islands.

The Jumeirah Beach Villas, as they have direct access onto the beach, they provide exotic view of the ocean and the islands. The Jumeirah Private Islands offer striking view of the limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay to the north, the views of the beaches of Ao Po Bay to the west, and two 450 metres white sand beaches with views of both Naka Yai and Naka Noi.

As far as the security concern, greatest care has been taken to protect the ecology of the island. An estimated 25% of the island will be built on, an integrated rainwater collection scheme will be in operation, all the roof structures will have thermal insulation which will reduce air conditioning energy consumption, the thermal efficiency will be enhanced by the double block cavity wall and double gazed windows and patio doors.

It can be reached by a seven minute helicopter ride or a car journey of maximum 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport followed a mere 4 minutes private motor cycle yacht ride