Herbal Spa and Thai massage in Phuket at Mookda spa

Just few minutes from Phuket most famous beaches there is a secluded place to relax with professional Thai Massage and herbal spa.

Mookda spa the garden

Mookda spa - Thai Traditional massage by the lake

The Mookda Spa is in a tropical garden where high trees ensure fresh air, facing a small lake and has large grounds to make every step of the treatment smooth and easy.

Mookda spa - Thai Traditional massage

The lake and trees refresh the air, herbs and other aromas make the atmosphere pleasant and the precise setting makes the place magical and relaxing. Changing rooms, Bali style showers, Jacuzzi and steam rooms are separated for men and women, however then couples can enjoy the therapy and massage in the same room or bungalow, with aircon, or enjoy the fresh natural air at the pavilion by the lake.

Aroma Therapy at Mookda Spa

Jacuzzi - Mookda Spa Phuket

Most importantly Mookda Spa only provides therapy and massage services to individuals and small groups. So customers are always sure to not be in a place that, at first glance, seems a nice spa and then becomes asovercrowded as a market when large groups form package tours arrive on buses.

Garden at Mookda Spa - Phuket

It is best to book in advance to be sure therapists are available at the time you prefer.

Prices start from just 2,400 Thai Baht, inclusive of sauna and jacuzzi for 30 minutes, and three treatments of your choice from the menu.

The professional and kind staff will help you to select the best aroma therapy for you, pick the essence you prefer and then enjoy it.

Rose, Spa manager (center), and reception staff 

Two hours therapy is 2,400 Thai Baht per person
Three hours therapy is 3,000 Thai Baht per person
Four hours therapy is 3,500 Thai Baht per person

The Mookda spa is in Kathu on the way to Central festival
Open every day from 9:00 hrs til 19:00 hrs.

An excellent option is is to combine your arrival airport transfers with a two hour treatment, after a long flight it is a great way to unwind before the hotel check in that is normally at 14:00 hrs, and you will arrive at your hotel relaxed and ready to enjoy your holiday.

Or before departure, check out from hotels is usually at 12:00 hrs, and if your flight is in the evening after 16:00 hrs then what better way so say bye bye to Phuket than a traditional Thai massage with natural aromas.

Our special Phuket airport transfers package 

Private return Phuket airport transfers plus two hours treatment of your choice at Mookda Spa with Easy Day Thailand is just 2,700 Thai Baht per person.

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Enjoy a special 15% discount by showing this post to the reception at Mookda Spa.

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Phuket weather July 13 and 14

Second weekend of July brought in some clouds and light rain. Saturday clouds came from the sea and slowly covered the sky, late afternoon still some patch of blue could be seen between the grey, despite this only few drops came down.

Bang Wad Dam - Kathu

During night and early morning on Sunday, but was the wind that changed things, soon started blowing bit stronger and this kept rain away, wouldn't say was a sunshine day but not so bad and only few showers here and there.

Patong Beach

On the beach was life as usual with light sunbath and people enjoy carefully the waves. These are perfect days for a visit to a SPA for aroma therapy and massage, best place is Mookda Spa, a small Spa in traditional Thai style just few minutes from Patong beach and just twenty minutes from Kata Beach.

Mookda Spa in Kathu - Thai Massage pavillion

Phuket Weather 10, 11 and 12 July 2013

Three days with alternate situations, first sun shine and some clouds then yesterday was raining during all afternoon making air fresh and very nice night,

Prabaramee Rd Kathu

This morning great surprise blue sky clear air and sun shine all day, really a beautiful weather.

Clear Sky over Patong bay July 2013

With still fresh air in the morning and a breeze blowing gently was a great day for those like to golf. Golfing in Phuket is very easy with many different golf courses, two most popular are located in Kathu. Loch Palm and Red Mountain there are next each other and belong to same owner but with very different characteristics.

Red Mountains Golf - driving range

Red Mountains Golf Course

The Loch Palm more easy and relaxing while Red Mountains a bit more challenging.

Loch Palm Golf - driving range

Weather will stay as now for at least few days, it will depends how strong the Hurricane on Taiwan will get and if it will move down to South China Sea, sending some wind and may be some rain here or move north leaving Phuket untouched.

Loch Palm Golf Course

Phuket weather 8 and 9 July 2013

Not news is a good news, in past two days weather was perfect on line with statistics, only a bit of rain yesterday and today sunshine.

Surfers get ready at Kata Beach

Sea is calm and basically no wind, as normal the south west monsoon wind is weak now and if we won't have any Tropical storm over Vietnam we should have a great July to enjoy the beach and all activities.

People Enjoying the sunny days

Today is an important day for Muslims as Ramadan starts, for 30 days they won't eat during daylight and is time for meditation and charity. The start of holy month is difficult to be determined as depends when the raising moon that open the eighth month has been spotted.

Last, a warning, despite good weather and good sea condition keep an eye to red flags on the beaches because rip currents will continue until the Monsoon will change from North East end of October or early November. So enjoy with care and attention.

Red flags are on in Kata Beach 

Weather in Phuket 6 and 7 July 2013

Over the weekend we saw hot day on Saturday with no rain and no wind, and most sunshine, on line with forecast and Stats for July.

The Sea Dragon is Phuket Icon - Karon Beach

Then during the night some rain fallen but not  much as last week.

Coral island from Chalong Pier

In the morning clouds and grey sky left them space for sun and a god and dry day without any wind.











Sea is flat and no wave perfect to enjoy diving, snorkeling and boat tours. The MV Sai Mai was ready at Chalong pier this morning for a five days cruise after two weeks of maintenance and renovation.

MV Sai Mai ready to go

Phuketweather 4 and 5 July 2013

We have out the two days together to give a better idea how weather evolved during first week of July.

On 4th July weather in Phuket was the worst since days, wind, heavy rain and all day sky covered with clouds and cool air, it was last day of bad weather and during the night the elements calmed down.

So the morning of the 5th sun was shining and nor rain even at horizon.

The wind blew mild to strong during the day and kept sky clean and dried humidity, has a very good day with the cool breeze from the sea. Now wind is going down and as from forecast tomorrow we should start a period of good weather and calm sea.

Phuket Weather 3 July 2013

After a night with heavy rain the morning wasn't bad at all and on the beach everyone was working to prepare for the day.

Patong beach gearing up in the morning

Afternoon was ok with a lot more clouds and then the heavy rain started and went for all eveveing

Blu sky from West

This is the left over of tropical storm on South Chine sea two days ago, tomorrow experts say that wind will blow stronger and will clear the sky in preparation to a beautiful weekend. The satellite image Thai meteorological dept shows the actual situation.

Now over Phuket

Private Thai Cooking Class by Easy Day Thailand

Here is our new solution for a special experience in Thailand, a private Phuket Thai cooking class at a local house, so you will have a touch of home stay in Phuket.

Tools are ready

After being transferred from their hotel with a comfortable private minivan, our first guests Edmond & Margaux met our cooks at Kathu Fresh Market to buy the main ingredients for the tasty lunch they were going to cook.

From Kathu Fresh food market

Back from shopping at the local market we moved to the house where the cooking class took place, just a few minutes away, and put the special "easy day aprons" on ready for some kitchen action.

Thai spices - cooking class

Many of the vegetables and other ingredients are very different from those you could be used to, so it's very interesting to discover new things and tastes, learning about the various differences and how to use each ingredient.

Ingredients cards in English

Local restaurants and our expert housewives usually take just few minutes to prepare most of the Thai dishes but in this case our cooks calmly explained all the simple steps of the preparation so the whole lesson took a couple of hours.

Preparation - private cooking class

Time to cook - supervised by the Chef

After taking all these pictures during the preparation and especially smelling all the inviting scents I really was hungry! Finally all the dishes were ready, all looked very good, in fact in Thai culinary culture the visual presentation of each dish is as important as the taste.

Food ready

Congratulations everyone !

Ed and Margaux cooking class - Promoted

More information here.

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Phuket Weather 2 July 2013

Much worst than expected, the tropical storm "Rumbia' hit South Thailand with its tale, changing variable day into a heavy rain afternoon. This morning large part of the sky where clear.

Blue Sky over Phuket Town

Then slowly in the afternoon more clouds gathered and changed the day into rain. This should now stay for two days and then back with normal variable weather.

MV Sai Mai

Wind was quiet just strong wind gusts before heavy rain, however worst day should be Thursday then calm down to get back to good on week end.
Pictures were taken at Asia Marine Shipyard where our boutique liveaborad M/V Sai Mai is doing end of season maintenance and having a great lifting to make her nicer from next week.

MV Sai Mai in dry dock

Phuket weather 1 July 2013

The month started with a mix of sunshine and rain, the morning was very good with some isolated shower, giving the impression that would be then good all day long. as you can see from the forest at Khao Phra Thaew National Park, also here is the Gibbon rehabilitation center

Sky from the forest

But then in the afternoon more clouds arrived from the sea and rain was falling here and there on the island. Despite this the waterfalls are still on  a very low level of water.

Bag Pae Waterfall

At the end we close the evening with isolated thundershowers and cover sky, overall a good day and we will sleep well at night with fresh air. From wind and beach side not much to say small waves breaks to the beach and wind is a bit stronger only before rain comes.

Storm coming from the sea at Mai Khao Beach

Al's Laemson Koh Samui - holiday package

Al's Laemson Resort Swimming Pool

Al's Laemson is located at the very north of Chaweng beach in a picturesque little bay overlooking Matlang Island.

The resort comprises 79 generously sized villas set in spacious gardens. The large infinity pool is a perfect place to relax with a cocktail. Matlang Island can be walked to at low tide. 

• Peaceful bungalow resort for couples or families.
• Quiet beach location and just 10 minutes walk to Chaweng centre.
• Beach side pool and pool bar, sun loungers on the beach and around the pool. Beach front restaurant. Guest parking is available. A free shuttle service runs to Chaweng centre.
• WIFI available for a small extra charge.

Restaurant

Deluxe Villa

Tranquil location by the sea. Large, modern beach villas. Walking distance to downtown Chaweng. A good base for day trips around Samui island.

Enjoy your holidays at Al's Laemson Koh Samui starting from

3,750 Thai Baht per person

Three days two nights

Inclusive of private return airport transfers (Koh Samui airport), two nights accommodation twin sharing in a Deluxe Villa with breakfast, tax.

Single supplement 3,750 Thai Baht

For more information please visit Al's Laemson

We last visited Al's Laemson in June 2013

More Information about Koh Samui you find here.

If you have been to this hotel please leave your comment.

Weather in Phuket, Thailand in June 2013

June took us into summer with biggest moon of the year and high tides, also as usual for the month the strong wind blew from South West bringing rain, big waves and floods.

Surely best month for surf lovers, to see how weather was day by day see our posts here below:

Surfer at Kata Beach

June 2013

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For more about weather in Phuket all see Easy Day Thailand weather reports

Phuket weather end of June 2013 - 28-29 and 30 June

We have decided to make this update for last week end of June all in once reason is that there are no news about the weather.

Kamala beach during Summer

Weather is now great with sunshine, calm sea  and weak wind that make days great and not too hot. Temperature are high as normal during summer, all activities are possible, don't forget to rest and enjoy holidays too.

Footprints on sand at Kamala Beach

If like something different for the evening then Phuket Town is the place, specially during week ends, pubs and restaurants where can blend with Phuket people life. Best guide about places in Phuket is our friend Jamie's Blog.

But lets also see how was then June in Phuket, looking back during the month we started with variable weather first week of June,  then we had the mid month heavy rains with floods, until wind became stronger and wiped clouds away and was the preparation for this great end of month that will bring us into July that usually offers very good sea and weather conditions.

Phuket weather in June - sun raise

Al's Resort Koh Samui - holidays package

Al's Resort Garden Courtyard

The great thing about Al's Resort is it's beach front location in Chaweng Beach. It's also close to the best bars and restaurants that Chaweng beach has to offer. It's an ideal resort if you want to be where the action is. The simple rooms are good value for such a central location.

The attached Chonlamark restaurant and pool bar offer fabulous views over the ocean.

• Beach resort for anyone who wants to be in the heart of Chaweng beach
• Close to everywhere including the beach, restaurants, shops, nightlife and a supermarket.
• Beach side pool and pool bar, sun loungers on the beach and around the pool. Guest parking is available.
• WIFI is available for a small extra charge.

Al's Resort Swimming Pool

Deluxe Room

Beach front location ideal for singles or couples looking to relax on the beach by day and enjoy Chaweng's bars and restaurants by night.

Enjoy your holidays at Al's Resort Koh Samui starting from

3,150 Thai Baht per person

Three days two nights

Inclusive of private return airport transfers (Koh Samui airport), two nights accommodation in twin or double sharing Deluxe Garden room with breakfast, tax.

Single supplement 3,150 Thai Baht

For more information please visit Al's Resort

We last visited Al's Resort in June 2013

For more information about Koh Samui please see our travel guide

Al's Resort Beach front restaurant

Chaweng Beach

Villa Deluxe

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