Wanderlust: Expat Life & Style in Thailand August / September 2015 - Art & Education Issue | Page 52

Travel & Lifestyle 10 Educational Things To Do in Phuket We’re on a mission to prove there’s more to Phuket than pristine beaches. Bored of sun tanning or swimming? Shake off the sand and dive into an educational experience from this list! by Frei Schrijver-Bollen 2 1 GET CRAFTY AT OASIS ED Kez Jennings launched Oasis Ed in 2013 to create a community for everyone interested in the arts. Recognizing in particular the challenges expats face to find like-minded people, Oasis Ed solves this problem with regular workshops in art, crafts, cooking, and kids’ activities. The craft classes are often given by locals to teach Thai cultural crafts to expats. Join Oasis Ed to learn new skills, meet friends, and connect with the Phuket community. From watercolor painting, to tie dying and photography courses, we’re sure you’ll find a way to unleash your creativity and expand your circle of friends.  Price: Varies  Location: Rawai, Phuket, Thailand  Website: www.oasisedphuket.com  Email: [email protected]  Phone: [phone] WANDERLUST EXPLORE THE PHUKET AQUARIUM Want to explore the underwater world without getting wet? The Phuket Aquarium boasts over 200 species, a touch pool, and an underwater walkway—where sharks, rays, and groupers swim overhead. If you really want to see a show, join the fish’s lunchtime on Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00 am. And, on a beautiful day, enjoy the nature walk, which brings you to the fish nursery and the turtle pond—a place for injured sea turtles and newborns to heal and grow before returning to their natural habitat.  Open: Everyday from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm  Price: Adult THB100, Kids THB50, children below 100 cm are free. Thais and residents pay half price. Foreigners need to bring proof of Thai residency.  Location: Moo 8, Sakdidej Road, Muang, Phuket 83000  Website: www.phuketaquarium.org/en  Email: [email protected]  Phone: [phone] WWW.WANDERLUSTMAG.COM