The Gulf of Thailand is a relatively undiscovered cruising region. While Phuket and the Andaman Sea on Thailand’s west coast has been famous for many years, Pattaya and the Gulf of Thailand is only recently being discovered.
Forty-three islands are within one hour by boat from Ocean Marina, putting the marina at the heart of this growth in the region’s marine tourism popularity, and with 187 islands dotted along the Gulf of Thailand’s coastline there are plenty of opportunities to explore and find a spot to call your own.
News of the region’s beauty is now spreading as is the growth of chartering in the region.
“The Gulf of Thailand has in the past been overlooked by cruising yachts and charterers but that is now changing. The region has lots to offer. There are hundreds of quiet coves and bays, stunning islands and beaches. The cruising potential is endless and the charter opportunities are only now being realised,” commented Mr. Scott Finsten, Harbour Master, Ocean Marina.
Six charter companies base themselves at Ocean Marina – the largest marina in South East Asia – and offer everything from one day island trips to multi-day crewed and bareboat charters. In addition there are many other charter operators that keep boats at the marina and use it as the launch pad for exploring the surrounding region. From 25-foot sailing yachts upto 100-foot-plus motor yachts, the choice of charter vessel is diverse with the largest charter yacht currently at Ocean Marina being the 41-metre futuristic-looking superyacht, Ocean Emerald.
“We expect to see the region’s popularity as a cruising and charter destination continue to grow. As well as more international visitors and boat owners getting out on the water and enjoying the above water and underwater beauty of the area, more Thai people are also appreciating their natural assets and enjoying time out at sea.”
Thailand’s third most popular tourist destination, Pattaya is an economic engine for Thailand’s tourism industry and this is being recognised with current and planned infrastructure investment from both the public and private sectors.
The Transport Ministry and Royal Thai Navy have agreed a plan to develop U-Tapao-Rayong-Pattaya International Airport with an expected six-fold increase in traffic by 2020. The 1.7 billion baht expansion will increase annual passenger capacity to 3 million and boost the region’s tourist potential through increased connectivity.
In addition to a number of domestic routes by Thai Air Asia, Bangkok Airways and Kan Airlines, the international flight roster is growing. Air Asia recently started flying from Malaysia four times a week, Emirates connects Pattaya with Dubai and Thai Air Asia are planning flights to a number of Chinese destinations in the near future.
In addition to the airpot expansion, a new expressway is planned from Bangkok to Map Ta Phut in Rayong, cutting down journey time to the Eastern Seaboard and opening up the region, while a high-speed trail proposal from Bangkok to Rayong remains on the table.
The Transport Ministry have also proposed an East-West ferry service between Pattaya and Hua Hin. With travel time expected to be 1.5-2 hours as opposed to 4-5 hours by road, the feasibility study is underway and the ferry is expected to be in operation by 2020.
With investment flowing into Pattaya and its surrounds, the region looks set to see continued economic growth.
It’s been a busy few weeks with more exhibitors confirming and space at the 2016 Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show filling up.
Joining the world-class line-up of yachts from Princess Yachts, Monte Carlo Yachts and Azimut this year are Cranchi, a selection of pre-owned yachts including Ferretti Yachts, and Derani Yachts who will be representing Fairline, Dominator, Absolute Yachts, Selene Yachts, Fleming Yachts and the multi-award-winning Axpor Boats from Finland, at the show.
The largest construction chemicals company in Thailand and with many years experience supplying marine products to the industry, Sika (Thailand) will be exhibiting their market-leading adhesive and sealant products.
German specialists in oils, lubricants and additives, Liqui Moly GMBH, will be onshore showcasing their display of products while V.R. Handle will be attending the show for the first time and exhibiting their stainless product range.
From the marine events world, organisers of the Macau Yacht Show will be exhibiting in the onshore zone for the first time with organisers of the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX) back for a third year.
As the Gulf of Thailand’s charter industry grows, more and more charter companies and agents are opening up in the region. Showcasing their Marquis 560 charter packages at the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show will be Sky Cruise Phuket.
Iconic property developments in the Gulf of Thailand are seeing the synergy between the boating lifestyle and luxury living with Mövenpick Residences & Pool Villas (Pattaya) and Ocean Property (Bangkok, Pattaya and Hua Hin) exhibiting their residential and investment offerings at the show, while in the Food and Beverage Zone Stella Artois Beer, New York! New York!, and designer ice cream maker Annetteitimtuktuk, who will be displaying their iconic three-wheeler ice cream tuk tuk, will be catering to the thousands expected to visit the show.
Ocean Marina’s close proximity to Bangkok makes it the number one coastal destination and weekend getaway for the capital’s 8+ million inhabitants. Within minutes of arriving at the marina, visitors can be on the water enjoying the 43 islands that are within one hour by boat. In fact, the Gulf of Thailand offers spectacular cruising with a total of 187 islands dotted along the coastline.
One of the closet islands to Ocean Marina Yacht Club is Koh Rang Kwian, a small rocky outcrop located approximately 12km directly off the marina. Koh Rang Kwian is a relatively untouched island gem easilly reached by boat. Also known as Cliff Rock it’s rugged features make it a stand out from many other islands nearby.
Heading 10km west of Koh Rang Kwian is Koh Rin, famed for its 800 metre long white sandy beach. The crystal clear waters are great for swimming and the coral in the main bay a good place for snorkelling. For those that enjoy a little more adventure, try the reefs at nearby North Rock and South Rock.
photo credit for both photos: Photo by Pescov. Source: Wikimedia.
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show has a clear aim to grow the Thai boating market and since launching the show five years ago, there has been considerable growth in marine tourism and boat use in the Gulf of Thailand.
The boat show has helped to position the region as a leading marine destination in South East Asia, and according to Mr. Finsten, “The number of boat owners overseas choosing Ocean Marina to base their boats and the number of Thai people buying boats in the region has increased, and this is a trend that looks to continue.”
68% of visitors to the 2015 show were Thai, a key demographic for organisers and exhibitors, and a statistic in-line with Ocean Marina’s experience of a boom in the number of Thai people spending time on the water.
“The number of Thai people enjoying the boating lifestyle has increased exponentially in the last five years. Not only are more Thais coming to Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show as a way to learn about boating and to research and buy products, but we see more Thai people chartering boats, getting out on the water and enjoying the beautiful marine playground here in the Gulf of Thailand,” added Mr. Finsten.
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show returns for a fifth year with the largest display of boats and lifestyle products yet. Held from 24 – 27 November 2016 at Ocean Marina in Pattaya, Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show has been a catalyst for the Gulf of Thailand’s marine industry promoting the onshore facilities and offshore cruising grounds worldwide.
“Since launching Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show five years ago we have seen considerable growth in marine tourism and boat use in the Gulf of Thailand. The boat show has helped to position this region as a leading marine destination in South East Asia. Both the number of boat owners overseas choosing Ocean Marina to base their boats and the number of Thai people buying boats in the region has increased, and this trend looks to continue,” said Mr. Scott Finsten, Harbour Master, Ocean Marina.
With 22 boats upto 119 foot in length at last year’s show, organisers are planning for an even bigger and better display this year, and have expanded the in-water display space to accommodate the increased interest.
Early exhibitor confirmations for the 2016 show include top dealerships Simpson Marine and Boat Lagoon Yachting, both of which have secured larger exhibition space this year. These are joined by luxury Italian boat brand Azimut Yachts, Beneteau, Cranchi, CNB Yachts, Jeanneau, Lagoon, Monte Carlo Yachts, Prestige, Princess Yachts, Viking Yachts and Wider. Superyacht brands represented at the show include Admiral and Sanlorenzo, and a large selection of brokerage yachts will also be available for viewing.
“Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show continues to attract leading marine and luxury brands and 2016 looks to set a new benchmark. With increased exhibition space onshore and in-the-water, and already many top boat brands having confirmed their attendance, we’re looking forward to welcoming more than 6,000 visitors and showcasing the Gulf of Thailand,” commented Dr. Tirachai Pipitsupaphol, Managing Director, Ocean Property.
68% of visitors to the 2015 show were Thai, a key demographic for organisers and exhibitors, and a statistic in-line with Ocean Marina’s experience of a boom in the number of Thai people spending time on the water.
“The number of Thai people enjoying the boating lifestyle has increased exponentially in the last five years. Not only are more Thais coming to Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show as a way to learn about boating and to research and buy products, but we see more Thai people chartering boats, getting out on the water and enjoying the beautiful marine playground here in the Gulf of Thailand,” added Mr. Finsten.
Ocean Marina’s close proximity to Bangkok makes it the number one coastal destination and weekend getaway for the capital’s 8+ million inhabitants. Within minutes of arriving at the marina, visitors can be on the water enjoying the 43 islands that are within one hour by boat. Having recognised this growth in boating interest and subsequent need for more berths, Ocean Marina has undergone a phased expansion over recent years and is now, with 380 berths for boats upto 50 metres, the largest marina in South East Asia.
In addition to the impressive line-up of boats, cars and luxury lifestyle exhibitors, highlights for visitors to the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show include daily yacht cruises, kayak and paddleboat trials, jetpack flying board demonstrations, games, a food and drinks festival, and the Boat and Yacht Thailand Conference.
The 5th Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show will take place 24 – 27 November, 2016 at Ocean Marina, Pattaya, Thailand.
About Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show was launched in 2012 to much acclaim from the industry and visitors. Attracting a wide range of marine and leisure exhibitors, the 2016 show will take place 24th to 27th November at Ocean Marina Yacht Club and will showcase Jomtien and the Greater Pattaya region to the world, underscoring the Gulf of Thailand as a strategic yachting hub in South East Asia. www.oceanmarinapattayaboatshow.com.
About Ocean Marina Situated on Jomtien Beach in Greater Pattaya, Ocean Marina is Thailand’s premier marina resort complex and the largest in South East Asia, a short drive from Bangkok and just one hour from Suvarnabhumi Airport. The world-class marina is complemented by a yacht club, accommodation, fine dining and recreational facilities as well as two luxury residences – San Marino and Ocean Portofino.
Ocean Marina is home to the annual Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show and Top of the Gulf Regatta – Asia’s largest multi-class regatta – and has been the official venue for leading international events, including CataWorld Cup, 24th SEA Games, as well as large-scale concerts by Grammy, Cool FM and more. www.oceanmarinayachtclub.com.
The rising importance of the Gulf of Thailand was further underscored recently with the sale of two luxury Monte Carlo Yachts into the region and a visit to Ocean Marina by Managing Director of Monte Carlo Yachts, Mr. Fabrizio Iarrera, to see first hand the world-class onshore facilities and offshore cruising potential that is attracting more and more luxury boats to the region each year.
Home of the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show, award-winning Top of the Gulf Regatta and a leading proponent of marine tourism in the Gulf of Thailand, Ocean Marina is the premier full-service marina and lifestyle facility in Thailand’s Gulf, and the largest marina in South East Asia with a wet berth capacity of 380 boats upto 50 metres, complemented by hardstand, dry storage, travel lifts up to 75 tons, onsite accommodation and restaurants.
“We were very happy to welcome Fabrizio and his team to Ocean Marina recently – the first time he has visited this region. I’m sure after seeing the onshore facilities first hand and the offshore cruising potential, he can appreciate why the two new Monte Carlo Yachts, and many more luxury yachts, are basing themselves here,” said Mr. Scott Finsten, Harbour Master, Ocean Marina.
The MCY 86 and MC 6 arrive at Ocean Marina on the back of the Norman Foster-designed superyacht Ocean Emerald which has chosen to base itself at Ocean Marina for the charter season, as well as many other yachts.
“While Ocean Marina’s onshore facilities are unrivaled in the region, it is our location – approximately one hour from Bangkok and the international gateway airport as well as being nearby U-Tapao airport, which is expanding and seeing increased international airlift – and the relatively untapped potential of the Gulf of Thailand’s sailing grounds – from Pattaya down the coast to Koh Chang and further to the untouched cruising grounds of Cambodia – that continues to attract more boats to the region,” added Mr. Finsten.
The Gulf of Thailand offers spectacular cruising with 187 islands dotted along the coastline, 43 of which are within one hour by boat from Ocean Marina, and as a platform to showcase the region’s marine assets to the world, the fifth Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show will take place 24th to 27th November. Launched in 2013, the show has grown to become a key event in the international marine calendar attracting leading boat, marine product and luxury lifestyle brands each year, and in 2016 will welcome a display of Monte Carlo Yachts for the first time.
“The Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show, while relatively young at just five years old, has really helped to position the Gulf of Thailand as a key marine destination in the region. Each year we are seeing more interest from international brands and products to exhibit, and are this year very excited to be welcoming Monte Carlo Yachts to the impressive in-water display for the first time,” added Mr. Finsten.
About Ocean Marina
Situated on Jomtien Beach in Greater Pattaya, Ocean Marina is Thailand’s premier marina resort complex and the largest in South East Asia, a short drive from Bangkok and just one hour from Suvarnabhumi Airport. The world-class marina is complemented by a yacht club, accommodation, fine dining and recreational facilities as well as two luxury residences – San Marino and Ocean Portofino.
Ocean Marina is home to the annual Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show and Top of the Gulf Regatta – Asia’s largest multi-class regatta – and has been the official venue for leading international events, including CataWorld Cup, 24th SEA Games, as well as large-scale concerts by Grammy, Cool FM and more. www.oceanmarinayachtclub.com.
About Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show
Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show was launched in 2012 to much acclaim from the industry and visitors. Attracting a wide range of marine and leisure exhibitors, the 2016 show will take place 24th to 27th November at Ocean Marina Yacht Club and will showcase Jomtien and the Greater Pattaya region to the world, underscoring the Gulf of Thailand as a strategic yachting hub in South East Asia. www.oceanmarinapattayaboatshow.com.
Following a successful event in late 2015, Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show returns to Pattaya’s Ocean Marina Yacht Club for the fifth time in 2016 with visitor numbers expected to reach more than 6,000.
Organised by Ocean Property, Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show has more than quadrupled in size in the four years since inception in 2012 and in 2015 the event attracted around 100 exhibitors. And with good reason; Thailand has become one of Asia’s hottest cruising grounds with boat builders, dealers and brokers from around the world eager to get a piece of a rapidly expanding industry.
In late 2015 the Thai government announced plans to allow foreign-flagged superyachts to charter in Thai waters and with support from the government, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau and the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show is a platform to support Thailand’s growing yachting industry. The event attracted close to 6,000 visitors in 2015 who engaged with high profile global brands with displays ranging from gadgets and technical boat equipment to luxury and lifestyle consumer products, hospitality and real estate.
During the four day event, visitors will also be able to attend various social and sporting activities including cocktail and networking parties, seminars, free cruises and water sport events. The 2015 Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show also saw the official launch of Ocean Emerald, one of just four identical luxury superyachts designed by Sir Norman Foster, who is best known for his designs of Wembley Stadium and Millennium Bridge in London. Other high profile yachting brands attending the event in 2015 included Azimut, Cranchi, Princess Yachts and Simpson Marine.
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Pattaya:– Welcoming all visitors and exhibitors to Pattaya’s only Marina Lifestyle and Yachting exhibition, the ‘Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2015’, which will be held on Thursday 26th toSunday 29th November 2015, from 11:00am until 8:00pm at Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya.
Ocean Property Co., Ltd and Ocean Marina Yacht Club, in association with the Tourism Authority of Thailand and Pattaya City are pleased to host the ‘Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2015’, Pattaya’s only Marina Lifestyle and Yachting exhibition. Now in its 4th year, the show aims to be an attraction for leisure and marine tourists in Pattaya, and a supporting platform for the growing marine industry in Thailand and throughout South East Asia.
With great support from the government, the private sector, local and international press, the ‘Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show’ has been able to deliver booth displays of a variety of products and services across the industry. On display last year, included yachts from the very top global brands, gadgets and technical equipment, boat manufacturing facilities, the newest technology and gear in water sports. On top of this, there were plenty of lifestyle and luxury products on show, including super cars, hotels, condominiums and a great presentation of food and beverages from well-known vendors. Over the four days, the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show hosted evening cocktail and networking parties, seminars, free cruises on a private yacht, and extreme water sport displays to the delight of its nearly 6,000 visitors.This is just the third year of the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show and already awareness of the Show amongst the marine industry here in Thailand and overseas, and amongst the general public, is fantastic,” said Mrs. Supatra Angkawinijwong, Deputy Managing Director of Ocean Property, organisers of the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show.With great support from the government, the private sector, local and international press, the ‘Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show’ has been able to deliver booth displays of a variety of products and services across the industry. On display last year, included yachts from the very top global brands, gadgets and technical equipment, boat manufacturing facilities, the newest technology and gear in water sports. On top of this, there were plenty of lifestyle and luxury products on show, including super cars, hotels, condominiums and a great presentation of food and beverages from well-known vendors. Over the four days, the Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show hosted evening cocktail and networking parties, seminars, free cruises on a private yacht, and extreme water sport displays to the delight of its nearly 6,000 visitors.
This is a good chance to become a part of a continuously growing luxury lifestyle Boat Show; connect with consumers of high purchasing power and network with the leaders of the marine industry at South East Asia’s largest Marina.
Ocean Property Co., Ltd. and Ocean Marina Yacht Club would like to invite you to join the 4th Annual Ocean Marina Pattaya Boat Show 2015’. For information on booth availabilities and bookings,
