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INSIGHTS | VENUE SHOWCASE Jul-Aug 2016 53 meetings & conventions • mcmag-asia.com Enjoy the ocean idyll at Outrigger Laguna Phuket Meaningful meetings that incorporate CSR initiatives PROFILE Located within the Laguna Phuket integrated destination resort, the Outrigger property is a beautifully landscaped beachfront resort. It is only a 20-minute coastal drive away from the newly upgraded Phuket International Airport. FRONT DESK With Phuket Sino Portuguese heritage as the main design theme of the lobby, guests are welcomed by a warm tropical ambience. The décor is inspired by traditional southern Thai motifs on the floor tiles, wood panelling, old black and white pictures and a view of the Andaman Sea. ROOM SERVICE All 255 rooms feature Thai-inspired themes and offer a beach or lagoon view with direct beach access. Club- class guests have all-day access to the Voyager 47 Club Lounge – an exclusive lounge for breakfasts, informal meetings, and complimentary snacks and evening drinks. At a glance: • Similan Ballroom 716 sqm (350 theatre; 290 banquet) • Tongfah 158sqm (110 theatre; 80 banquet) • Tawan & Talay (2 rooms of 77sqm – 60 theatre; 40 banquet) Overall Facilities: all on one floor, same area; natural light Contact: Tel: +66 (0) 76 360 600. Email: reservation.phuketbeach@ outrigger.co.th. ENTERTAIN Outrigger is home to Metzo's Bar & Grill, which offers delectable Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, while the Locavore provides all- day dining options. Delegates may like to relax over drinks and a live band at the ICON lounge bar. Two acclaimed golf courses are within a 20-minute drive. Voted "Thailand's Best Golf Course" by World Golf Awards in November 2015, the neighbouring Laguna Golf Phuket is an 18-hole, par-71 golf course, set within the Laguna resort area. MEETING POINT In November 2014, the Outrigger unveiled its meeting space, designed to host world-class business events. Named after the beautiful Similan Islands in the Andaman Sea off Phuket, the Similan Ballroom and three meeting rooms called Tongfah (Sky), Tawan (Sun) and Talay (Sea), position the resort as one of the best medium-sized meeting facilities in Thailand. The Similan features flexible function spaces, all with natural light, Thai décor, a range of high-end AV equipment and technical support. A few steps away, extensive gardens and a beachfront create an inspirational outdoor setting for team building activities and outdoor functions. X-FACTOR The Outrigger has established a community initiative with its Outrigger Share4change programme, supporting a local school with projects such as improvements to its school facilities. Outrigger is seeking the support of meeting groups who have designated time for team building to support the project. In addition to CSR, the dedicated meeting team can set up unique external programmes including team building and insightful cultural or nature experiences. The Similan Ballroom