Keemala Phuket- modern day fantasy island (well, resort)
- Tuesday, 16 June 2015
When staying at Keemala Phuket one would not be surprised if a fairy, nymph or some otherworldly creature flitted by your earthy villa of surreal luxury at what promises to be the most innovative and creative resort yet to be seen on the beautiful tropical island of Phuket. Keemala is one of the most highly […]
Bandara Villas Phuket soft opening
- Friday, 15 May 2015
Currently operating under a “soft opening” (what’s a soft opening?“) until October 2015, now is a great time to save up to 50% off before the grand opening. “Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the most beautiful of them all” is an apt question when staying in a villa at Bandara Villas, Phuket. Reflections […]
Manathai Surin Phuket almost ready for post-refurbishment re-opening.
- Saturday, 21 March 2015
Currently undergoing a total refurbishment, Manathai Surin Phuket is set to open its “new” doors mid to late 2015. Manathai has four properties in prime beachfront areas of Koh Samui, Hua Hin, Khao Lak and the fourth being Surin Beach, Phuket.
Sneak Peek at Rosewood Phuket (2016)
- Wednesday, 31 December 2014
Known for the brand’s “A Sense of Place” where the guest is inspired to connect with the natural world around them, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts’ philosophy will be a reflection of the stunning natural environment that is Emerald Bay. For the locals, this area is sometimes referred to as “Crystal Beach” for its amazing sparkling […]
Andakira Crest Patong Resort & Spa Pool Villas
- Sunday, 21 December 2014
The Southern Tip Peninsula of Patong is to be the stunning location for a new five star property, “Andakira Crest Patong Resort & Spa Pool Villas”. This eco-friendly hotel is planning to have a soft opening in November 2015. Despite the recent political upheaval in Thailand, it is still the Land of Smiles, known internationally […]
Novotel Phuket Karon Beach Resort
- Saturday, 06 December 2014
Opened on the 15th October 2014, the Novotel Phuket Karon Beach Resort and Spa is the fourth Novotel property in Phuket under their umbrella on the beach. With an opening special of pay for two and stay for three nights, including breakfast, promising to be a lure to those looking for a fun beach side […]
“Infinite Luxury” at Kata Rocks Phuket
- Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Kata Rocks Resort is a floating gathering of white clouds caught on the hillside headland between the land and the amazing Andaman Sea at Kata Beach, Phuket. It sits proudly as the untouchable heights of a “pie in the sky” that reeks of sheer and utter indulgence, which mere mortals cannot reach. With expanses of […]
X2 Phuket Oasis Villas
- Monday, 03 November 2014
Late November 2014 will see another sleek upmarket communal villa complex open by Bespoke Hospitality Management Asia. Following the success of its X2 Villa property in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, Phuket was next in line for the expansion of this concept of “group” luxury accommodation. Revisiting the traditional Asian family compound way of living, […]
The 11 ways to get ripped off while shopping overseasWhen visiting international vendors, you’re going to want to be well-versed in the ways that you can avoid being ripped off by the local sellers. A good rule of thumb is to always keep your composure. If you start to get mad while haggling, this isn’t going to get you anywhere. Also keep calm […]
Top Ten things to know about Phuket for beginnersThe largest island in the whole country of Thailand goes by the name of Phuket. You can find it in the Andaman Sea, and it is 878 kilometers north of the equator. The main language is of course Thai, but if you find yourself frequenting the west coast or commercial areas, you will probably […]
Chiang Rai, Thailand: A luxury jungle retreat where you can get up close to elephantsOne of the most luxurious places that you can visit and still not spend too much money is Thailand. It is a gorgeous place and a big vacation spot for many people who have always wanted to go visit it. This new jungle retreat in the country is a huge tourist attraction as you can […]
A Maze of Amazing Bangkok KhlongsKlong Dao Kanong is a canal in Thailand. Travelers on the Kanong will experience several sharp right angles as they proceed along the waterway’s path. The banks of the canal also incorporate a wealth of interesting history that can be seen in the array of buildings and edifices. A buzz of factory activity was once […]
Thailand is among Top 3 destinations for disconnecting from workIt used to be that hotels would charge for Wifi. After a few years most hotels caught on that pretty much everybody sees wifi as a commodity and not an option. And if Wifi is a commodity, how can they charge for it? You don’t see hotels charging extra for electricity do we? But […]
