A paper is cut into the form of human beings, then the person's name is written and a ceremonial seal is stamped on the back of their shirt or blouse as a sign of acceptance of the offering. After all these strange yet interesting ceremonial practices die down, a farewell ceremony takes place. Everybody will reunite in a long procession at the same time loud noise of firecrackers are heard. This is a yearly event happening in the blue waters of the Andaman Sea off the island of Phuket, lures tourists who are fond of sailing. Sponsored by the Phuket Yatch Club and other groups, winners are given recognitions in the different categories.
Competitors come from Malaysia, Singapore and other countries as well as Thailand.
Phuket's waters were ablaze of bright spinnakers and white sails, as this yearly regatta takes place. Participants get to enjoy not just the victory of being in this contest, but the sailing experience that the Andaman Sea offers. Exhausting it may be for the participants, all is gone till they get to be awarded, not to forget that they are also being viewed not only here in Thailand but internationally as well. Winners qualify to the prestigious Hawaii Ironman Triathlon. Athletes have to adjust themselves to the prevailing time climate, whether this be the heat and humidity of southern Thailand.