Natural Waterfalls and Lush Jungle Surround Phuket’s Mandarava Resort & Spa
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- Monday, 04 February 2013 14:32
- Aaron Christe
A brand new resort in Karon Beach Phuket is offering a bit of a twist on the Thailand island paradise getaway.
The Mandarava Resort & Spa isn’t located directly on the beach like many properties (although it is just a short walk away,) but instead located on a tropical hillside amid lush jungle and natural waterfalls. Villas and infinity pools are spread across the slopes of the hillside and many of the locations offer views of brilliant Karon Beach.
Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok to open on Sukhumvit 24
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- Friday, 25 January 2013 18:16
- Aaron Christe
Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok set for May 2013 opening
The Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand is putting down stakes on the fashionable and buzzing Sukhumvit Road of Bangkok. The Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok is scheduled to open in May of 2013 with accommodations, restaurants and amenities that will attract both tourists and business guests alike.
Marriott Executive Apartments coming to Thonglor
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- Monday, 21 January 2013 13:19
- Aaron Christe
Sharing a premises and facilities with the Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit allows guests to enjoy top hotel facilities in the space and comfort of executive apartments.
Hotels are great for a few days or even weeks of travel. But what about months of business travel? The typical room might start to feel too sterile and too small. The Marriott hotel brand thinks they have the solution and it’s just about to launch their fourth such solution in Bangkok.
The Marriott Executive Apartments Bangkok, Sukhumvit Thonglor’s doors will open this coming March.Located in the same building as the Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit, the properties will bring Marriott’s Thai hotel property portfolio to 17.
Marriott Sukhumvit Bangkok Opening in March 2013
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- Friday, 18 January 2013 14:31
- Aaron Christe
Marriott adds more prestige to trendy Thonglor area with Marriott Bangkok Hotel Sukhumvit.
Internationally-known hotel brand Marriott has announced the opening of a new property in Bangkok just a few months away. The Marriott Sukhumvit Bangkok, described as a “more trendy and upcoming desired Bangkok location” by the company is set to open its doors in March 2013.
20 floors hold 296 rooms at this new property starting with the entry-level deluxe guest rooms. At 34 square meters they feature flat screen televisions, wireless Internet for a fee and separate showers and bathtubs. At the top end of the room options is the two bedroom presidential suite with separate living and dining room. The bathroom features a whirlpool and complimentary snacks and canapés are available throughout the day. All rooms are decorated in warm, vibrant colors and furnished to appeal to both business travelers and vacationers.
2013 Thailand Hotel Openings Master List
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- Wednesday, 16 January 2013 12:04
- Aaron Christe
The definitive list of all 4 and 5 star hotel and resort projects set to open in Thailand in 2013 that I know about.
Last Updated: December 28, 2013- Updated info on opening of Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort
The 2014 New Thai Hotels Master List is now out! Check it out here.
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 […]
