;Aroi; (;delicious; in Thai) is what the Pansand;s restaurant is all about. We serve delicious food which is exciting and fun to eat; this is our national heritage. Thai food traditions were established, in part, here in the Andaman Sea. Centuries ago, sailors who traveled these waters to trade goods between China and India, forever influenced our culinary traditions with their own. In addition to classic Thai dishes, we also serve Chinese food, and even many Western (European and American) foods. All our menu items are reasonably priced. We think you will be pleased with our broad range of food and beverage selections. And if you don;t see what you want, we hope you;ll ask about it. We prepare, in many styles, freshly-caught seafood: crab, king prawns, squid, shrimp and a variety of fish;white snapper, trevally, sea bass, barracuda, grouper and others. We encourage you to try our delectable curries, our elegant;pla pae-sa; or our popular;hor mok; (seafood curry in a green coconut). Our kitchen is flexible. We serve vegetarian dishes, arrange special parties or dinners for our guests, clean and cook anglers; fishing catches, and supply;box lunches; for boat trips or picnics. Some evenings, we barbeque fish and chicken in front of the restaurant, or offer;specials;. To celebrate certain holidays, we throw parties with banquet buffets of Thai dishes;appetizers, entrees and desserts (we post the menus in advance, as our guests love anticipating these events). Our in-house bakery each day creates whole wheat and white breads, croissants, and other scrumptious treats, perhaps doughnuts, brownies or;island pastries; (a Pansand creation featured in;Thai Cuisine; magazine, June, 2001). Also, buns are baked daily, for the hamburgers which are served with our homemade potato chips or French fries. Refreshing cold beverages (as well as hot) are available throughout the day. We serve beers, fine wines and a full range of cocktails. In addition to MaiTai;s, Singapore Slings and the classics, we present our own cocktail concoctions, the;Bulon Anda; and;Bulon Rose;. The;Clean Food, Good Taste; certificate of Thailand;s Health Department has been awarded to our restaurant. To maintain our high standards of food quality, our kitchen brings in fresh fish, vegetables and other food supplies every day. In the mornings, enjoy our generous;all you can eat; breakfast buffet from 7:00 until 10:00. The buffet includes traditional Thai rice soup,;kow tom;; and standard Western fare: eggs, meat, pancakes or French toast, along with our delightful baked goods. We toast breads and croissants over an open fire, and offer just-cut fruits, juices, cereals and beverages. ©2005 First Andanman Travel International Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved 82-84 Visetkul Road (opposite Queen's hotel), Muang district, Trang Province, Southern of Thailand. Call : 00 66-75 218035, Fax : 00 66-75 211010 Design: Nipon Juhong-Craemer, Photos: Pra, Jacques Bourbouton, John Clewiey, Michael Nischke, Syn Panpattanasyn Article by Syn Panpattanasyn, Janey Brown and Kopp

Our inviting cottage bungalows have been designed specifically for the comfort and convenience of our guests. The secure, well-appointed cottages gracefully blend into their natural settings, without intruding upon the beach or the exquisite views. Each spacious cottage has a front veranda, screened windows and ceiling fan, and a modern bathroom with a standard Western toilet. Guests feel quite at home amidst pleasant furnishings. A clothesline (for wet swimsuits) is provided for each cottage, rather than a television or telephone-assuring peace and quiet for our guests.

Reservations for your stay at the Pansand are advised. They may be made by e-mail, airmail, fax or telephone, in English or Thai. Addresses and phone numbers are below, or through our e-mail link. So that we might best accommodate your travel schedule, please make reservations as far in advance as possible. For individuals, families or groups, we are happy to make special arrangements. For up to 20 people, book in advance taxi, minivan or private vehicle transportation and/or private boat passage;see. TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE ISLAND. Our spacious 34-foot passenger boat can be chartered for your comfortable, expeditious crossing; for fee information. Or use public transportation to reach the island. Please refer to for details about the public ferry boat leaving Pakbara pier daily at 2:00 P.M. (14:00), independently operated by the Pakbara Boat Association. Mastercard and Visa cards are accepted at the Pansand. In order to hold a reservation with a credit card, be assured that your card number is absolutely safe with us, and our website is secure. To confirm your reservation, expect our response in writing (by e-mail, fax or airmail). We look forward to welcoming you to the Pansand Resort, where your peace of mind is our priority. We trust that during your stay with us, your most difficult task will be leaving the island.

The Pansand resort offers the following services. If you need help with anything, of course, just ask. Excursions: snorkeling, boat tours, Group travel arrangements. Snorkeling gear rental. Safe storage of valuables. Special parties and events arranged. Reading library (English and German books;;Bangkok Post. Postcards and stamps. Booking of taxi passage to Trang or HadYai. Visa and Mastercard accepted. Referrals in Trang: tailor, health care, hair stylists, traditional new Service on the island:Sky DSL Internet!!!

If you;ve been dreaming about an inviting, peaceful, white sand beach, visit ours. Our stunning beach is not crowded; you will find yourself in your own private paradise. Enjoy our soothing seashore. Relax. With bare feet, feel the clean, soft sand. Build a sandcastle. Read, in the shade or the sun of the long beach. Walk or jog. Wake early to watch spectacular sunrises. Watch the shorebirds, kingfishers, hornbills, sea eagles and Brahminy kites. Inspect seashells of intriguing shapes, sizes and colors;blues, pinks, oranges, white and black, purples. Breathe deeply the fresh sea air, the sweet tropical breezes. Listen to the rhythm of the waves, as they respond to the moon. Watch the Andaman;s colors change: vivid or quiet shades of turquoise, and blues and greens. Swim or snorkel in the crystal clear water. While swimming, you may see flying fish flashing by, or even dolphins. Snorkel (we have masks) to see, beneath the surface, the ancient limestone ecosystem first constructed by coral polyps thousands of years ago. Some of the species found in the reef are among the earth;s earliest forms of life. We treasure this underwater community, and encourage all to protect it against environmental threats. The magnificent and diverse coral reef welcomes considerate observers. Smile at the clownfish, which refuse to leave their anemone neighborhoods. Watch the parrot fish, Moorish idols and other handsome residents glide and dart through the water. Notice the variety of corals, including easily identified brain coral and staghorn coral. At the far end of the Pansand beach, jutting out from the earth, are impressive sharply-etched boulders. Some are black; others are marbled with gold, purple and ochre. At night, under brilliant, starry skies, hermit crabs parade across the beach. On occasion, surprising phosphorescence graces the night waves. And when the moon is full, and the tide most dramatic, silver sparkles dance across the purple sea: enchanting.

The Koh Bulon-Lae fishing village of about 100 Chao Lae people,;Sea Gypsies;, is located at Panka Bay, on the west side of the island. The village, a 15 minute walk from the Pansand, is reached by a trail crossing through the island;s ancient forest. This path, leads up and over the hilly central island, passing through lavish vegetation. The forests of this region are among the earth;s oldest, richest and most diverse.

Welcome to your own private paradise: the Pansand Resort. The Pansand Resort is located on Koh* Bulon-Lae, a beautiful Thai island in the Andaman Sea. Koh Bulon-Lae is one of the islands of the Petra National Park archipelago. It is situated off western Thailand;s southernmost province, Satun. At the Pansand, your happiness, comfort and well-being are the reasons we;re here.