Phuket Aquarium was established 1983 as one of six departments of the Phuket Marine Biological Center (PMBC), a research and monitoring center for the Andaman Sea. As such it belongs to the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) under the Ministry of Natural Resources and In 2002-2004 the aquarium underwent major reconstructions and renovations. When it was just about to be reopened the Tsunami struck Phuket on 26th December 2004. Luckily only some infrastructure was damaged and after additional renovations the Phuket Aquarium could finally open again in April 2005. As result of the German Post-Tsunami-Assistance to Thailand the exhibition was extended through the science & nature trail.This trail connects now the inside exhibition with the natural coastal habitats and several research facilities of the PMBC.
Phuket Aquarium aims to increase the public understanding about Thailand’s marine and coastal environment. They believe that a good education and understanding of our environment is the foundation for a sustainable management of our coasts and oceans. As part of the Phuket Marine Biological Center (PMBC), the Aquarium is in the unique position to serve as a window for the public for current research and knowledge. Learning should be fun and that’s why they are steadily developing their exhibition towards more interactivity, audiovisual media and edutainment elements. Phuket Aquarium also carries out its own research like the restocking of decimated clownfish populations, aquarium water quality management, life cycle ecology or the aquaculture of marine ornamental organism.
Zwei Studenten in einem Badeort an der französischen Atlantikküste haben den wohl bestbezahlten Ferienjob der Welt: Sie cremen Badegäste mit Sonnenmilch ein – für 4000 Euro!
Hinter dem schmierigen Nebenjob steckt eine Aktion des örtlichen Fremdenverkehrsamts. Estelle (22) und Maksim (19), die beiden „Creamer“, sorgen nicht nur für perfekten Sonnenschutz – sie klären die Sonnenanbeter auch über die Hautkrebs-Gefahren durch Sonnenstrahlen auf.
Mit der von einer bekannten französischen Kosmetikfirma unterstützten Aktion hat das örtliche Fremdenverkehrsamt, das mit „2100 Sonnenstunden pro Jahr” wirbt, ins Schwarze getroffen. Die beiden Eincremer, leicht zu erkennen an ihren orangefarbenen Mützen und gelben T-Shirts mit der Aufschrift „Creamer”, können nicht über Langeweile klagen. Die Urlauber sind von der Initiative sichtlich begeistert.
„Ein genialer Job”, versichert die junge Französin. „Wir sind den ganzen Tag am Strand und werden dafür auch noch gut bezahlt.” Der Lohn ist in der Tat besser, als bei Ferienjobs sonst üblich: Für sechs Wochen Eincremen erhalten die beiden Studenten pro Nase 4000 Euro.
Um den vom Fremdenverkehrsamt per Internet ausgeschriebenen ‘besten Sommerjob’ hatten sich rund 700 junge Leute beworben. Mit kleinen Videos und anderen Beiträgen warben sie für sich. Zehn der Bewerber, die beim Online-Wettbewerb am besten abgeschnitten hatten, seien in die Endrunde gekommen, berichtet der Direktor des Fremdenverkehrsamtes, François Boche. Unter ihnen wählte eine Jury die beiden Studenten aus.
Vom 9. bis zum 12. September 2010 findet in Eckernförde das Naturfilmfestival “Green Screen” statt. Das Festival-Programm enthält auch Filme, die unter der Wasseroberfläche gedreht wurden. Zum vierten Mal findet das deutsche Naturfilmfestival inzwischen statt. Green Screen hat sich innerhalb weniger Jahre zu einem Treffpunkt für die internationale Naturfilmbranche entwickelt und zieht Naturfilmer und Besucher gleichermaßen an. Das Festival zeigt nicht nur ungewöhnliche, faszinierende Filme über Natur und Tiere, sondern will auch aufklären, der fortschreitenden Zerstörung der Umwelt und Artenvielfalt entgegenwirken und globale Nachhaltigkeit unterstützen.
Green Screen zeigt eine bunte Mischung der schönsten deutschen und internationalen Natur- und Tierfilme. Darunter Dokumentarfilme wie “Die Schöne und der Hai” von Florian Guthknecht, in dem sich die Schauspielerin Wolke Hegenbarth in ihrer Wahlheimat Südafrika gegen das Aussterben von Haien einsetzt sowie Hannes Jaenickes Film “Hannes Jaenicke – Einsatz für Haie”. Weitere Infos: www.greenscreen-festival.de
August 12th is a very special day for the people of Thailand. Their beloved Queen is celebrating her birthday. In recognition of Her Majesty, this day is also recognized as National Mother’s Day. (A reminder for all to give the caring woman in their life an extra hug on this day.) It is perhaps difficult for those who are not Thai to appreciate and understand how much warmth and love is bestowed upon Queen Sirikit, by her people and the society that she, together with His Royal Highness King Bhumibol Adulyadej, represents. Our Queen, on the other hand, rises above the mire of politics and helps lead her people by duty, service and respect for her country. Such are the gifts Her Majesty Queen Sirikit of Thailand continually gives to her country. And the 12th August is the anniversary of her birth in the year of 1932.
Queen Sirikit of Thailand
Nach dem Schnupperkurs im Pool waren wir sofort an einem Tauchkurs interessiert. Wir haben uns zu Scuba Divern ausbilden lassen. Trotz der nervigen Theorie (muss ja sein…) war unser erster richtiger Tauchgang ein wahnsinniges und unvergessenes Erlebnis. Wir bleiben am Ball. Danke nocheinmal an Simon, dem Holländer, Matt, dem Schweizer und Nigel, dem Engländer – ihr habt einen sehr guten Job gemacht.
Stefan, Susanne und Laura
Sea Bees sagt: Hallo Ihr drei! Habt Ihr eine VIP-Behandlung gehabt? Unterricht vom internationalen Team, gratuliere mit dem Ergebnis!
From 30st of July until 1st of August, Sea Bees attended the Malaysia International Dive Exhibition in Kuala Lumpur. Frank (PR-manager) and Loreen (Relationship manager) informed guests about the amazing dive possibilities in one of our dive centres in Thailand (Phuket, Khao Lak and Pak Meng), answered a lot of questions and made contacts with agencies and operators for a possible partnership. After 3 days of huge interest Frank and Loreen have to recover their throat….it’s quiet in the office now….they work hard to thank all visitors personally.
All visitors who filled out a form could win 3 different dive packages. The winners of our lucky draw are:
1st Prize: 3 Day Dive Package Phuket: WINNER Cindy Leong Wai Fan
2nd Prize: 2 Day Dive Package Phuket: WINNER Johnny Koh Tat Liang
3rd Prize: 1 Day Dive Package Similan Islands. WINNER Teh Sin Yang
Congratulations to all winners! See you at the next MIDE!
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Frank and some interested visitors
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Our booth
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The King of Malaysia opened the MIDE
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Relaxation after 3 days of hard work
Sea Bees Diving is attending the 5th Malaysia International Dive Show (MIDE) in the Putra World Trade Centre in Kuala Lumpur from 30st of July until 1st of August.
MIDE 2010 is one of the major expos for the scuba diving calendar in Malaysia. MIDE 2010 stands as a trade, consumer and conservation exhibition which aims to generate a much bigger crowd as it takes on the task to promote the dive industry in Malaysia and its region. The exhibition is expecting more than 10,000 visitors with 250 booths being set up with 150 exhibitors taking part this year, and whether you are beginner, technical, commercial, recreational, there is something for everyone to experience and to explore as well as the array of activities for visitors.
During the MIDE Sea Bees has some special offers:
Summer Special Phuket: 5 nights at the Palm Garden Resort Phuket and a 3 day dive package
School Holidays in Khao Lak: 5 nights at the Palm Garden Resort Khao Lak and a 3 day dive package
Season Opener Pak Meng: 5 nights at the 5-star Anantara Resort and a 3 day dive package
So come and visit us at the MIDE at booth A87.
Help, I was forced!
Just wanted to write a short comment about my experience with Sea Bees. My wife wanted to do her open water course and forced me to join her. We met our English instructor, Chris Robinson, who immediately managed to ease my nerves and set aside my fears. He gave me all the time I needed to get my head around the fact that I could breathe underwater. We were taken to a nice resort with a purpose built pool to train in and when we taken to the open water dive sites, the boat was by far the best on the water, with great, freshly cooked food and happy, helpful staff. Both my wife and I had our demons to overcome under the water and Chris used his vast diving experience to get us both through it. I would thoroughly recommend Sea Bees and Chris to everyone thinking of starting their diving or to experienced divers who want to hone their skills and see the sites of the Phuket reefs. I look forward to my next summer holiday to do it again. A1.
Mark Wastall
Sea Bees says: Hi Mark, sometimes women can be very pushy…..but this time it was worth it hey?