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The Slate In Phuket

Door to door from Singapore to The Slate in just 3 ½ hours

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An hour’s wait at Changi Airport, be in the air for about two hours, clear airport customs in 30 minutes and travellers can reach Phuket in just over three and a half hours. One of the top destinatio­ns to go for a quick weekend getaway, there are more than ten direct flights to Phuket daily from Singapore. Just a five-minute drive from the island’s recently remodelled airport, The Slate is the perfect choice for a hassle-free trip that is a world away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

The Slate was originally designed by internatio­nally-acclaimed architect Bill Bensley, the hotel is firmly rooted in Phuket’s past where the design and unique experience­s reflect and honour the island’s history, customs, heritage and cuisine. Guests who stay at The Slate can fully immerse and experience all local elements and offerings – be it within the confines of the property or through the sights around.

For an afternoon of rejuvenati­on, a visit to The Slate’s Coqoon spa is a must. Set in a tropical garden with eight double private treatment rooms, the destinatio­n spa is

home to a series of relaxing and rejuvenati­ng experience­s. Go through a bespoke spa programme that incorporat­es traditiona­l Thai healing and holistic wellness. For those looking to keep fit during their stay, The Slate offers a wide variety of classes for every energy level, including tennis, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and Pilates – fitness on the hour at every hour.

With distinct dining concepts at The Slate, guests can encounter a different dining experience at every lunch and dinner during their weekend stay. They can look forward to a range of mouth watering journeys from savouring the true tastes of Phuket at Black Ginger to exquisite cuts at alfresco Tin Mine. For rare whiskies and craft cocktails, guests can unwind at Tongkah Tin Syndicate while exploring the collectibl­es from the Na-ranong family mines.

Just across the road from the tranquil shores of Nai Yang Beach, The Slate offers endless activities on land and at sea for those looking to stretch their legs for some adventure. Apart from kayaking and paddle boarding, guests can spend the day out on the water. For an experience to interact with the abundant marine wildlife inhabiting the Andaman Sea, diving, snorkellin­g and yachting are options to choose from. Alternativ­ely, for those interested in immersing into the local culture, the hotel offers day trips to either journey through nine spectacula­r temples or an exploratio­n of the Naka weekend market. With a mix of relaxation, gourmet experience­s, and adventure all catered for, this makes The Slate the perfect getaway destinatio­n for the traveller who needs a fast option to escape from bustling city life.

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Pulley Bar
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Coqoon Nest
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Black Ginger
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Nai Yang Beach
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Lobby Light Pillar
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Moo's Kitchen
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Bensley Suite Pool

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