Central Phuket Celebrates 6 Years of Success, Expands Luxury Zone to Strengthen Phuket's Global Luxury Status

BANGKOK,Jan. 15, 2025/PRNewswire/ --Central Phuket shopping center marks the 6th anniversary of its Floresta Zone with aTHB 1 billioninvestment to expand its luxury offerings, reinforcingPhuket'sposition as a world-class luxury destination. The expansion aims to meet growing demand from high-spending customers and international tourists in this thriving coastal paradise.

Dr. Nattakit Tangpoonsinthana, Chief Marketing Officer for Central Pattana plc, states thatPhuketstands alongside global luxury destinations such asHawaii,Monaco, Santorini, andMiami. The province's tourism revenue is projected to reachTHB 500 billionin 2024, marking a 28% growth from 2023, with average tourist spending ofTHB 34,336per visitor.

Central Phuketis expanding its Floresta Zone from 180,000 to 200,000 square meters, increasing its luxury brand portfolio from 16 to 25 brands. Current luxury offerings includeBalenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Burberry, Bulgari, Dior, Gucci, Hermès, andLouis Vuitton. Notable developments include:

  • Louis Vuitton:Southern Thailand'slargest boutique extension.
  • Prada: The largest boutique inThailand(597 sqm).
  • Tiffany& Co.: A flagship store.
  • Bulgari: Pop-up store debuting outsideBangkok.
  • Celine: Opening inDecember 2024.

Other highlights include the firstLululemonoutsideBangkokand the newestZARA Flagship Store,Southeast Asia'slargest at 1,800 sqm.

The mall currently welcomes 80,000 daily visitors, expected to increase to 100,000 post-expansion, with 70% being international visitors. Top visiting nationalities include Russians, Chinese, Americans, and Singaporeans. The 1 Members atCentral Phuketspend five times more than at other malls.

Phuket'sluxury destination status is supported by:

  • Expanding international airport capacity to accommodate 18 million passengers, includingThailand'sfirst 5-star private jet terminal with capacity for 156 private jets annually.
  • Over 15 luxury brands and world-class dining experiences, includingSu Va Na, recognized as the world's best underwater restaurant.
  • Five superyacht marinas and 28 Michelin-starred restaurants.
  • 16 world-class golf courses.
  • Nine world-class hospitals and 13 international schools.

For the anniversary celebration,Central PhuketlaunchesLIVE. LUXE. LOVE.with exclusive promotions:

  • Top spender reward:THB 8 millionspend for a VIP Northern Lights trip toFinland
  • The 1 member privileges: E-vouchers worth up toTHB 6,000Up to 17% cashback with participating credit cards

Central Phuketcontinues to elevate the island's status as a premier destination for global luxury lifestyle seekers.

To follow updates from Central Pattana, please visit:

https://www.centralpattana.co.th/th/shopping/shopping-update/lifestyle-activities 

SOURCE CENTRAL PATTANA