Bangkok, Thailand, June 7, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / Following the announcements by the Thai Prime Minister and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to reopen Phuket and allow vaccinated foreign tourists to enter the island without quarantine from July 1, 2021, Travelindex has announced the publication of its first “Top 25 Restaurants Phuket” in time for the island’s reopening.

This unique Phuket restaurant guide, supported by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), is included in the internationally recognized "Top 25 Restaurants Asia Series" and helps to highlight the charm of Phuket as a gastronomic destination and help local restaurants attract guests and gourmets again – completely free of charge.

Mr. Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya, Deputy Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, said: “This initiative by Travelindex is a truly exciting campaign to highlight Phuket’s culinary highlights. Phuket has a unique culinary identity, having been a melting pot of cultures for centuries. It is not only a destination for tourists from all over the world, but also a place where talented and renowned chefs and restaurateurs can showcase their skills. The list of the 25 best restaurants in Phuket will be an indispensable source of information for anyone who wants to eat exceptionally well in the province and enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience.”

Top25Restaurants.com celebrates fine dining in Asian cities, highlighting the culinary dynamism, emerging trends, and chefs who utilize local produce in each city. Top 25 Restaurants contributes to the prestige of the local food scene and, through its integration into the global Travelindex ecosystem, helps attract more visitors and tourists to cities and countries.

“We believe that our restaurant guide will help to strengthen Phuket’s image as a first-class regional gastronomy destination, giving restaurants on the island greater visibility and attracting international guests again,” said Bernard Metzger, publisher of the Top25Restaurants Guide series.

He added: “The hospitality and hotel industries in Phuket have been severely impacted by the pandemic, resulting in some permanent restaurant closures. The Travelindex Group and Top25Restaurants.com are committed to supporting local restaurants and promoting Phuket as a gourmet paradise, aiming to attract even more food lovers with this ‘Top 25 Restaurants Guide Phuket’.”

The Phuket Sandbox program is the first phase of a nationwide strategy to reopen Thailand to international travelers. More destinations are expected to follow in the coming months. The first guests are anticipated to come from traditional European long-haul markets such as the UK, France, Germany, Russia, and Scandinavia. They can enter the island without quarantine, provided they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. After a 14-night stay in Phuket, visitors will be free to travel within Thailand.

Restaurants in Phuket can be included in the "Top 25 Restaurants Phuket" guide free of charge by filling out the registration form here:

Tourism Authority of Thailand, International Public Relations Department, 1600 New Phetchaburi Road, Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400, Thailand, Tel.: +66 (0) 2250 5500 ext. 4545-48, E-mail: [email protected], Website: www.TATnews.org

Top 25 Restaurants International – Media Contact: Ms. Nicole Lim, Media Relations, Tel.: +852 6236 9854, E-mail: [email protected], Website: www.top25restaurants.com/phuket/

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