Come High Season, and the boating scene on Phuket gathers sail. This year, the The 5th Phuket International Boat Show being held from 6-9 December – at the Royal Phuket Marina, adds even more excitement and drama to its itinerary, with the the inaugural Phuket International Dragon Boat Challenge Cup taking place in the marina basin on December 9.

Targeting up to 42 teams of 12 to compete in heats leading to the Grand Final, the winner will be sponsored to enter the Dragon Boat World Championships in Penang in Summer 2008.

The Hotel Travel Network are sponsoring five open boats to participate in the Dragon Boat challenge, and welcome those interested in joining in to register and participate free of charge. Visit www.phuketdragonboat.com for more information

Organisers promise a great day out for serious buyers and families alike, with a fleet of fun activities lined up for the four days of the show.

All the indications are for a great show with exhibitors coming from all points internationally

The new air-conditioned hall is making waves almost as big as the event itself is expected to, and has generated a very healthy interest from both regular and new exhibitors.

PIMEX is officially supported by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Board, the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Ministry of Sport and Tourism.

Royal Phuket Marina has already announced that they will be delighted to host PIMEX next year and beyond.

Whether interested in boating or simply curious about how Phuket has become one of the most sought after luxury destinations in the world, organisers of PIMEX welcome all visitors at RPM come December.

For more information, visit www.phuketboatshow.com