X2 River Kwai Resort set to open July 2014
- Posted in: Openings
- Friday, 18 April 2014 14:08
- Aaron Christe
Industrial Chic Design on the banks of the River Kwai.
X2 River Kwai Resort
X2 (pronounced Cross to) River Kwai Resort will open on two acres of prime riverside land on the banks of the historic River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, 90 minutes west of Bangkok on July 1 2014.
The industrial chic design by design firm Agaligo studios combines concrete with wood paneled walls and oriented strand board- boards of compressed layers of wood strands- all inside what look like shipping crates, jutting out over a bend on the river.
U Sukhumvit Bangkok – playing the long(time) game
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- Tuesday, 01 April 2014 17:30
- Aaron Christe
U Sukhumvit Bangkok ups the ante with guaranteed 24 hour use of room- no matter what time you check-in
It may seem like an April Fools joke, but U Sukhumvit, which opened April 1, offers guests 24 hours use of guest rooms regardless of what time you check in. That means if you check in at 7pm, you get to stay until 7pm the day of checkout. Being a Hotel Otaku™ I always try to get as much use out of a room as possible. At places where you have status in their frequent guest program it isn’t that difficult to secure a “late checkout” but the latest you can typically get is 4pm, (3pm in most cases). At the new 4 star U Sukhumvit, as well as other U properties throughout Thailand (see below), there is no need to worry about getting your money’s worth.
The Naka Phuket now in soft opening
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- Tuesday, 18 March 2014 12:44
- Aaron Christe
The Naka Phuket features sleek glass and stone pods “floating” above the mountainside and offering sweeping views of the beach and Andaman Sea.
Ready for something different on Phuket’s west coast? Architect Duangrit Bunnag is taking 1,740 acres and eschewing the traditional Thai resort blueprint in exchange for something more futuristic. Plans for The Naka Phuket show sleek glass and stone pods “floating” above the mountainside and offering sweeping views of the beach and Andaman Sea. Bunnang was also careful to work with the natural landscape and opted to change his design rather than remove mature trees.
Ready for something different on Phuket’s west coast? Architect Duangrit Bunnag is taking 1,740 acres and eschewing the traditional Thai resort blueprint in exchange for something more futuristic. Plans for The Naka Phuket show sleek glass and stone pods “floating” above the mountainside and offering sweeping views of the beach and Andaman Sea. Bunnang was also careful to work with the natural landscape and opted to change his design rather than remove mature trees.A Quick Trip to a Long Holiday at Le Coral Hideaway Beyond Phuket
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- Thursday, 20 February 2014 11:32
- Aaron Christe
You’ve dreamed of a Thailand beach escape for months. Drooled over photos showing aquamarine water and stretches of white sand.
And when it’s finally time for your vacation to begin, Le Coral Hideaway Beyond Phuket wants to make sure you enjoy every minute possible. The resort’s complimentary Fast Track Immigration service and luxe limo transfer will have you relaxing on a chaise faster than you can imagine starting in mid-March.
Sireeampan Boutique Resort & Spa Opens Today in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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- Wednesday, 29 January 2014 08:36
- Aaron Christe
Intimate 11-suite boutique resort introduces bespoke luxury to Northern Thailand
Sireeampan Boutique Resort & Spa, an intimate 11-suite luxury resort in the heart of Chiang Mai opens today, in time to welcome the Chinese New Year of the Horse. With an exquisitely intricate design inspired by the Thai royal manors of the 18th century, Sireeampan Boutique Resort & Spa brings together the rich traditions of Siamese hospitality with modern luxury, offering highly personalized experiences for each guest.
World of Hyatt Expands Its Rewarding Stay Experiences With The Introduction Of Alila Hotels And ResortsTo remain relevant in business, companies need to continuously improve their business models, rewards and even pool their resources with competing companies. In their new press release, Hyatt officially unveiled the expansion and addition of Alila hotels to their loyalty program by providing us with a complete list of all 16 hotels and where they […]
IHG Opts for Bulk-Size Amenities to Reduce Plastic WasteIHG is going to be switching all 5,600 of its hotels from miniature bathroom amenities to bulk-size ones in order to reduce waste and environmental impact. IHG’s properties include nearly 843,000 guest rooms worldwide, and IHG’s guests have become increasingly interested in reducing the environmental impact of their stays. Several of IHG’s hotel brands, including […]
How To Get Free Upgrades From HotelsThere is one simple, ethical, and lawful way to get upgrades from hotels, and you’ll feel like you’re getting more for what you paid. Outside of having a lot of points with a hotel’s loyalty program, of course. So, if a hotel offers you a paid upgrade, turn it down. Hotels typically oversell the base […]
Avani Hotels signs two new properties in Krabi, ThailandPopular hotel brand Avani Hotels, a subsidiary of Minor Hotels, has purchased two new properties in Krabi, Thailand. Renovations for these two properties are planned, and the hotels will open between late 2019 and mid-2020. The town of Krabi is a popular resort town, located on an island about seventy-five kilometers from the Krabi International […]
Thailand’s Highest Restaurant and Bar now open at Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBarThe highest restaurant and bar in Thailand is the Mahanakhon Bangkok SkyBar. You can find it at the 76th and 77th floor of the King Power Mahanakhon skyscraper. The managing director of the skyscraper wanted the restaurant to create a memorable dining experience while also celebrating the city. It is also meant to be a […]
