Jumeirah Private Island in Phuket Announces VIP Aviation Services

Simon Wagstaff, ASA's chief executive, says: "It is a privilege to be part of this exclusive and exciting project. As a regular member of the Forbes panel that decides the world's best hotels, I can see that this development is something special. Our extensive experience taking care of VIPs means that we can offer visitors the service they will naturally expect."

In 2007 TGR appointed Dubai-based Jumeirah Group to manage the resort, set to open in 2011. Jumeirah Private Island Phuket is situated just 600 meters off the north eastern shores of Phuket, encompassing the entire 70 acre island called Koh Raet, an untouched tropical island. Set on 56,000 square metres of private land, the resort will offer spectacular views of Phang Nga Bay to the north, the beaches of Ao Po Bay to the west and white sandy beaches with views of both Naka Yai and Naka Noi.
The island will feature 72 pool villas each with an infinity pool and Jacuzzi, including 16 Jumeirah Private Estates and 38 Jumeirah Private Residences. To ensure visitors are totally pampered there will be extensive leisure, spa and fitness facilities, including a large freeform swimming pool and a 400-metre private beach, as well as four restaurants and bars. In addition, the resort will offer a tennis court, several boutiques, a business centre and a library with dedicated reading room.

Dilokpol Sundaravej, TGR's development managing director, says: "We are delighted to be associated with a company that, like us, provides the best VIP services with an emphasis on privacy and security. We feel our clients will appreciate this additional service available to them."

ASA will also provide fixed base operation (FBO) services to visitors to the island at its new executive aviation terminal at Phuket International Airport, scheduled to open later this year. In May 2009, Airports of Thailand (AOT) gave the go ahead for ASA to develop Thailand's first world-class FBO, which will offer aircraft operators, passengers and aircrew a range of professional services for business and private flights, including tailored solutions for high end, diplomatic and large aircraft operations.

ASA will also offer several other VIP services, including security, aircraft charter, concierge services, over-flight and landing clearances and customs and immigration. Wagstaff adds: "Jumeirah Private Island Phuket will enhance Thailand's reputation as a luxury destination and we look forward to ensuring visitors' travel experiences are an enjoyable part of their holiday."