☀️ This Week in Phuket: Billionaire Secrets, Must-See Events & More!

Hey Phuket people!

Here’s your quick guide to what’s happening this week—hot party events, why billionaires choose Phuket, and local business highlights.

This week’s top stories:
🏡 Why Phuket? Mohan Murjani on the perfect home base
📰 Must-know headlines
🏢 Business Spotlight: Blink n Sun – top property management company
🎶 Upcoming Events: Big DJs, great music, and top beach clubs!

Stay tuned and enjoy the island life!

TOP STORY

Why Phuket? Mohan Murjani's Take on the Perfect Home Base

Ever thought about where you'd want to settle down if money wasn’t an issue?
Somewhere safe, stunning, and actually liveable—without the chaos of a big city?

Mohan Murjani, the guy who built Tommy Hilfiger into a fashion empire, made his choice: Phuket.
Why? Let’s break it down.

The Big Question: Why Not Just Stay in a Major City?

Mohan’s been everywhere—Hong Kong, London, New York, Mumbai.
And he’s over it.

• City life? Done. Too much traffic, too much stress, and not enough fresh air.

• Bangkok? Another city. Great, but still another city.

• Dubai? Feels like Disneyland—fun for a visit, but not real enough for day-to-day life.

• Bali? Beautiful, but the infrastructure is a nightmare. One road in, one road out.

So, Why Phuket?

✅ Live Busy or Laid-Back
You get options. Want a packed social calendar? Done. Want to disappear into your private villa? Also done.

✅ Pure, Clean Air
No pollution. No grey smog hanging in the sky. Just fresh, tropical air.

✅ Easy Travel, Global Access
A major international airport just 25 minutes away from home.
Daily direct flights to Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, the Middle East, Europe.

✅ The Expat Community
He doesn’t speak Thai (he tried, didn’t work out), but it doesn’t matter.
The community is international—Russians, Brits, Brazilians, Indians, French… everyone’s here.

✅ Absolute Privacy

• Private villas, private jets, private beaches.

• No one needs to know you're here.

• Safe, peaceful, no geopolitical drama.

“Phuket is the Monte Carlo of Asia”

That’s how Mohan sees it. And if you look around, it makes sense.
No other place in Asia fits that luxury-living, expat-friendly, safe-haven niche quite like Phuket.

And The Medical Care?

Forget flying back to the UK or the US.

• Thailand’s private hospitals > the NHS, according to Mohan.

• No months-long waiting lists.

• World-class facilities.

Final Thoughts

Phuket isn’t just a getaway spot—it’s a long-term play for those who want luxury, freedom, and a better quality of life.

Wanna hear it straight from the man himself?
📺 Watch the full interview here

HEADLINES

Phuket’s Game-Changing Approach to Traffic with AI Innovation and a Mega Expressway Set to Transform Travel by 2030

A new expressway connecting Muang Mai to Koh Kaew, extending to Kathu, and including a tunnel from Kathu to Patong Beach, has been approved. This project, estimated at 60 billion baht, is expected to be completed by 2029 and operational by 2030. The goal is to reduce traffic congestion and improve the overall convenience for tourists. —Continue reading here.

Tatler Best Takeovers returns with Asia’s top chefs and mixologists in Phuket

This March, some of Asia’s most exciting talents will collaborate in a series of unmissable dining and cocktail experiences, available exclusively at Priceless.com

From March 13 to 15, Tatler Best will take over Phuket for a series of exclusive experiences, bringing together an impressive roster of chefs and mixologists from Taipei, Manila, Hong Kong, Seoul and Shenzhen, alongside Thailand’s top talent, at InterContinental Phuket Resort. —Continue reading here.

2 Days in Phuket for Street Food Lovers

Phuket is a paradise for food lovers. From crispy roti and fragrant curries to smoky Hokkien noodles and late-night noodle stalls, explore the best of Phuket’s street food scene in just 48 hours.

While the island may be famous for its beaches, its street food scene—rooted in Hokkien, Thai-Muslim, and Peranakan traditions—is just as captivating. From crispy-edged roti to bold southern curries and dishes found only on the island, every meal reflects a diverse culinary heritage that was overshadowed by its postcard-perfect attractions until recently. But Phuket’s culinary heritage has never demanded your attention more than it does now. —Continue reading here.

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

Blink n Sun: Because Your Phuket Villa Shouldn’t Be a Giant Headache

Look, if you own a villa in Phuket and you’re not making money from it, what are you even doing?

Owning a luxury property sounds cool in theory.
In reality? It’s a pain in the ass.

• Finding guests? Annoying.

• Keeping the place clean? Exhausting.

• Managing bookings, maintenance, and pricing? Kill me now.

That’s where Blink n Sun comes in.

Who Are These Guys?

Pierre and Pablo started Blink n Sun in 2022, and now they run 40+ high-end villas in Phuket.
They actually know what they’re doing, which is rare in this industry.

Why You Should Care

If you own a villa, you have two options:

1. Try to do everything yourself. Congrats, you’ve just given yourself a second job.

2. Let Blink n Sun handle literally everything.

They do:

• Insane marketing – Professional photos that make your villa look like a dream.

• Daily price optimization – So you’re never undercharging like an idiot.

• Full-service guest management – They handle check-ins, check-outs, and all the drama in between.

• No hidden fees, just results.

They don’t outsource. They do everything in-house.
Because when you trust random third parties, shit gets sloppy.

For Travelers: Why Book With Them?

If you’re visiting Phuket, you don’t want some half-assed Airbnb experience.
You want:

• A stunning, handpicked villa (no weird smells or sketchy neighbors).

• A concierge service that actually gives a damn.

• A smooth, zero-hassle stay.

Final Thought

Most people screw up in life because they don’t take action.
You have a villa? Let Blink n Sun make you money.
You’re booking a trip? Go with people who know what they’re doing.

🔗 Check them out here

(Info pulled from Phuket South’s article.)

UPCOMING EVENTS

Big DJs, great music, and top beach clubs—these events will keep you dancing all night. Don’t miss out!

THE SHAPESHIFTERS

Get ready for a night of iconic house music! The Shapeshifters, the alias of British producer Simon Marlin, is bringing his signature sound to Phuket.
🗓 Date: March 14
⏰ Time: 10:00 PM - 12:00 AM
📍 Location: Armania Phuket, 11 Bangla Road, Kathu, Phuket 83150
🎟 Price: Free Entry

FRED CANAL

Bangkok-based French DJ Fred Canal has been spinning across the globe for over 25 years. Catch him live for an electrifying house music experience.
🗓 Date: March 14
⏰ Time: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Catch Beach Club, 202/88 Moo 2, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100
🎟 Price: Free Entry

SHIMZA

Shimza, a visionary of the Afro-tech house scene, is set to deliver a high-energy set packed with intricate loops and deep beats.
🗓 Date: March 14
⏰ Time: From 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Café del Mar Phuket, 118/119 Moo 3, Kamala Beach, Phuket 83150
🎟 Price: Contact venue for details

DILBY

Berlin-based DJ Dilby, known for his unique deep and tech house sound, is taking over Catch Beach Club for an unforgettable sunset-to-late-night set.
🗓 Date: March 16
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
📍 Location: Catch Beach Club, 202/88 Moo 2, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83100
🎟 Price: THB 7,500 for 4 pax

VINTAGE CULTURE

One of the biggest names in electronic music, Vintage Culture has dominated global stages like Coachella, Tomorrowland, and Ultra. Don’t miss his marathon set in Phuket!
🗓 Date: March 16
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM
📍 Location: Café del Mar Phuket, 118/119 Moo 3, Kamala Beach, Phuket 83150
🎟 Price: THB 900

Until next time, Phuket Peeps!

Keep an eye out for our upcoming posts, as we'll be bringing you the freshest Phuket insights. If you have a unique perspective, reach out and share your story. We're eager to collaborate.

Sà-wàt-dii (good bye in Thai),
The Phuket Community Team