simon43 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 It is pouring with rain. What shortsighted idiot thought up the tagline 'Celebrating Charming Sunshine'? Did it not occur to them that it might actually rain during this event? What about the turtle logo? I'm sorry, but to use turtles on this logo is - IMHO - false advertising. Whilst Phuket may be home to charities and groups who are trying to reintroduce the turtles, it is stretching the point a LONG way to graphically suggest that Phuket is home to turtles. It no longer is. The last wild turtle I saw on Mai Khao beach was about 8 years ago and it had been dead for at least 1 week. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Come on. The events look good and will be entertaining. It actually looks well set up surprisingly. Thailand has never been good at slogans or mascots so just go watch some events and stop worrying what somchai is or isn't doing right. Sent from my LG-D858 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HooHaa Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 and why not post the logo in question if you are going to take the time to slag it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob12345 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 I also noticed the signs standing at roadsite showing the outlines of a volleyball player, a cyclist, and a boxer. Volleyball i can imagine, but since when are cycling and boxing beach games? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costas2008 Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 I also noticed the signs standing at roadsite showing the outlines of a volleyball player, a cyclist, and a boxer. Volleyball i can imagine, but since when are cycling and boxing beach games? I can understand the boxing sign. It is to warn the tourists to learn how to defend themselves when attacked by welcoming locals. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 I also noticed the signs standing at roadsite showing the outlines of a volleyball player, a cyclist, and a boxer. Volleyball i can imagine, but since when are cycling and boxing beach games? I saw they have bodybuilding at Karon as well as beach water polo. Can't wait to see that if the swell is big. Sent from my LG-D858 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeungKen Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 and why not post the logo in question if you are going to take the time to slag it Here it is ........... for those too lazy to Google it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitawatWatawit Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 Simon, go to the women's volleyball and takes lots and lots of photos, and post them on here. That should take your mind off matters. Or on to matters, depending on your point of view. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted November 9, 2014 Author Share Posted November 9, 2014 Here it is ........... for those too lazy to Google it That's the 'general' logo. But the roadside signs feature 3 cartoon turtles - for what purpose is beyond me (see my OP). Why don't they feature 3 jetskis? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HooHaa Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 (edited) and why not post the logo in question if you are going to take the time to slag it Here it is ........... for those too lazy to Google it you are correct, sort of, though it is far more a case of indifference than laziness. it does seem though that your efforts, however motivated, were simply pointless as the logo you posted is not even the one in question. thanks for the effort however Edited November 9, 2014 by HooHaa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted November 9, 2014 Author Share Posted November 9, 2014 (edited) Got out the wrong side of bed today HooHaa?? I'm not moaning about the games. I am criticising a 'strange' tagline and use of turtles on the marketing material. Someone has paid for this wonderful use of English and IMHO 'celebrate charming sunshine' is ... well ... total b*ll*x. They should ask for their money back. To comment further, marketing companies should never mention the weather, unless it is to sell umbrellas. Same as to never involve kids or animals, because they are unpredictable. Why not something like 'Phuket - Sand, Sea and Sport'? You can't go wrong with that Edited November 9, 2014 by simon43 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted November 9, 2014 Share Posted November 9, 2014 (edited) Asian Beach Games Sports 3-on-3 basketballParagliding Powered ParaglidingBeach water poloMarathon swimming Open waterBeach athleticsBeach flag footballBeach handballBeach kabaddiBeach modern pentathlonBeach sepaktakrawBeach soccerBeach volleyballRoque woodballBeach wrestlingBodybuildingBMX freestyle CyclingInline skateSkateboardFootvolleyJet skiJu-jitsuKurashMuayPétanqueSailingSamboSport climbingSquashTriathlonWater-skiing Edited November 9, 2014 by Old Croc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehaigh Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 cool, i didn't know paragliding was a beach sport,like to see that http://www.phuketthailand2014.com/en/schedule.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterocket Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 kabaddi - kabaddi - kabaddi 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SOTIRIOS Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 ....seen a clip from a talk show on Thai TV........ name of show.......'On Top'........ ....I guess it is supposed to be all about 'hi-so' people......not sure..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gandtee Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Come on! Thailand is not always a bit dodgy on logos. Look at 'Amazing Thailand!' Surely that sums it all up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmitch Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 I'd like to know how you can play squash on a beach. And how do you bounce a basketball on sand?And I've never heard of kurash or sambo. A number of events are jus down the road so I may take a look. I just hope they don't stop the traffic for hours on end for the competitors to get to their locations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted November 10, 2014 Author Share Posted November 10, 2014 According to the official website: http://www.phuketthailand2014.com/en/mascot.aspx “Sea turtle” is a symbol of endurance fertility, sustainability and growth. As Phuket is a home to many rare species of sea turtle, it is a chance to announce to the participants of the 4th Asian Beach Games and also to the public that Thailand pays great attention and an important role to the conservation of sea turtle. I wasn't aware that Phuket is a home to many rare species of sea turtle. That suggests that we can all go and see these animals in the wild. It is more correct to say "Phuket was a home to many rare species of sea turtle" Unfortunately, that website's link to the official song leads to a blank page with no song Maybe this will do: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSrQYJHLOP0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toknarok Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 I expect the turtle logo was chosen long before the dreadful events on Kho Tao, but if not it's highly inappropriate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauiSteveBKK Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 What? No "Corn Hole?" How can that be? That's the "Ultimate" Beach Game. Throwing small sand bags at a slanted piece of wood with hole in it for points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarenBravo Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Not even a sand-castle making event? I feel cheated..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted November 10, 2014 Author Share Posted November 10, 2014 Well, there are the jet-ski events. Think JJ will be taking part with his buddies?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Seems to be a good buzz around Karon. People walking around at sunset near the set up events. I'm actually surprised it looks so well organised. Around the Karon lagoon they all sorts of things set up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benmart Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 When the sun is out, some complain about the heat. When it's raining, some complain about the lack of sun. When an event is held, some criticize for various reasons. When there is a lack of activity, some criticize for a various reasons. I prefer to watch the world run it's path without my attempts to alter its course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beechbum Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Schools will be closed on Thursday(13th) and Friday(14th) d/t the games, the Phuket government says its to ease traffic congestion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansgruber Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Schools will be closed on Thursday(13th) and Friday(14th) d/t the games, the Phuket government says its to ease traffic congestion!School has been out Monday and Tuesday due to a Foot and mouth disease outbreak. Then the governor chose to close the schools to clean up the outbreak and make up the crowds at the games and alleviate traffic that schools cause. Sent from my LG-D858 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beechbum Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> Schools will be closed on Thursday(13th) and Friday(14th) d/t the games, the Phuket government says its to ease traffic congestion! School has been out Monday and Tuesday due to a Foot and mouth disease outbreak. Then the governor chose to close the schools to clean up the outbreak and make up the crowds at the games and alleviate traffic that schools cause.Sent from my LG-D858 Which school was closed on Monday & Tuesday? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beechbum Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Saw the glass/perspex squash court being setup at the southern end of Karon today, will need some serious aircon in there!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manarak Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Here it is ........... for those too lazy to Google it That's the 'general' logo. But the roadside signs feature 3 cartoon turtles - for what purpose is beyond me (see my OP). Why don't they feature 3 jetskis? Why so grumpy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelepulse Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Schools will be closed on Thursday(13th) and Friday(14th) d/t the games, the Phuket government says its to ease traffic congestion!School has been out Monday and Tuesday due to a Foot and mouth disease outbreak. Then the governor chose to close the schools to clean up the outbreak and make up the crowds at the games and alleviate traffic that schools cause.Sent from my LG-D858 Yep. One school day this week for my kid, due to the forced closure of schools for face of Phuket and the dreaded HFM disease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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