Released on: February 25, 2008, 4:19 am

Press Release Author: Mohan

Industry: Real Estate

Press Release Summary: The private islands, set to be managed by Dubai based luxury
international hospitality management group Jumeirah, is located less than 500 metres
off Phuket in the Southern Gateway of Phang Nga Bay and will encompass exclusive
residential villas, resort, super yacht marina and yacht club. For more information
about Jumeirah private island, phuket island, Jumeirah beach villas, visit:
www.tgr-asia.com

Press Release Body: HONG KONG, 25th January 2008 - TGR Group Asia is the visionary
developer behind Jumeirah Private Island Phuket, an 80 acre exclusive island resort
which is scheduled for completion in late 2009/2010 and set to offer levels of
luxury, privacy and security as yet unseen in Asia Pacific.

The private islands, set to be managed by Dubai based luxury international
hospitality management group Jumeirah, is located less than 500 metres off Phuket in
the Southern Gateway of Phang Nga Bay and will encompass exclusive residential
villas, resort, super yacht marina and yacht club.

Jumeirah Private Island, Phuket will provide the ultimate lifestyle in sumptuous
surroundings, housing 49 residential villas and 105 suite and pool villas set
amongst tropical gardens and a 101 berth deep water marina.

Starting at US$2.8 million, 80% of the development has already been purchased by
individuals looking to take up residence on the Jumeirah Private Island.

A number of the villas and their private surroundings can be customized according to
the taste of the individual buyer. Buyers can specify a 40m infinity swimming pool,
200sqm master suite, cinema room, spa and sauna facilities, games room, wine and
cigar room, study and library as well as many other benefits in the Phuket Island.

The Jumeirah beach villas have direct access onto the beach, with the sea view
villas looking out onto scattered islands and the ocean and allow for beach access.
All properties enjoy full access to a number of luxurious Jumeirah managed
facilities including a super
http://www.tgr-asia.com/_html/jumeirah-private-island.php capable of accommodating
yachts of up to 70m with 24-hour all-tide access. Facilities will include four
restaurants and bars as well as extensive leisure and fitness facilities including a
large free form swimming pool, tennis court and Jumeirah's signature Talise Wellness
Spa. In addition, the Jumeirah Private Island will offer a private yacht club,
boutiques, a business centre and a library with dedicated reading room.

Partner and Managing Director for TGR Group - Asia, Mr. Dilokpol Sundaravej,
commented: The ground breaking is a major milestone in our development plan and we
look forward to bringing the project to fruition."

Serge Zaalof, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, Jumeirah Group also commented:
"This development is not just breaking ground, it is groundbreaking. Jumeirah is
extremely proud to be managing the most exclusive private island in Asia Pacific".

Jumeirah Private Island, Phuket island, will offer spectacular views of the
limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay to the north, views of the beaches of Ao Po Bay to
the west and two 450 metre white sand beaches with views of both Naka Yai and Naka
Noi.

The greatest care has been taken to protect the ecology of the island. Only 25% of
the Jumeirah Island will be built on, an integrated rainwater collection scheme will
be in operation, thermal insulation in all roof structures will reduce air
conditioning energy consumption, double block cavity wall and double glazed windows
and patio doors will encourage thermal efficiency.

The private islands resort can be reached by a seven minute helicopter ride or by a
15 minute car journey from Phuket International airport followed by a four minute
private motor yacht ride. Transport on the island itself will be by electric car
only.


Sales enquiries can be directed to Anthony Franklin, Partner & Marketing Director,

T. + 66 (0) 81968 5352/anthony.franklin@tgr-asia.com.

More information can be found at www.tgr-asia.com.


Web Site: http://www.tgr-asia.com

Contact Details: Mohan