Exotic experiences are awaiting your arrival

Categories: Thailand

Aug 27th

The natural splendor, the old world charm and the exotic surroundings make the Thai province a must visit for the tourists. One of the finest holiday destinations is in Thailand, which also has strong historical and cultural significance. Have an experience of all that the city has to offer.

The Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is reached by river boat amid Thailand exotic bamboo jungles, where three countries meet. With just 15 tented accommodations unique in Four Seasons luxury, right down to the hand hammered copper bathtubs, these all-inclusive three or four night adventures cover every detail, from elephant mahout training to Golden Triangle excursions, from formal campfire dinners to riverside drinks in the stilt-top bar. Built on elevated ground, along a hillside trail overlooking the Ruak River, Burma, the mountains of Laos or the jungle and Golden Triangle. The canvas-covered 19th century accommodations are ultra private and have generous decks, pillow top beds, outdoor rain showers, and hand hammered copper bathtubs.

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At the spa at Four Seasons Tented Camp, wonder-working treatments rejuvenate your body and spirit. The Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand is set in an exotic bamboo jungle with one-of-a-kind accommodations.

The Chedi Chiang Mai, centrally located on the banks of the Mae Ping River in the center of Chiang Mai City, is within walking distance to the famous night markets. The hotel incorporates modern Asian design, with teak wood flooring, and warm rich colors.

With 52 deluxe rooms and 32 Chedi Club Suites, each with a garden, courtyard or river view, balcony with day bed and an in-room safe. Chedi Club accommodations include complimentary breakfast buffet, cocktails and snacks, butler service and round trip transfers in a Mercedes Limousine.

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The restaurant is situated in a free standing colonial wooden building. You have your choice of Thai, Indian and International cuisine. There are two bars located within the Restaurant.

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The Spa is located adjacent to the swimming pool. The Spa facilities include ten private, contemporary Asian style spa suites, complete with steam showers and terrazzo bathtubs. The deluxe double spa suites are equipped with herbal steam rooms, aromatic sauna and terrazzo bathtubs. In addition, the manicure and pedicure lounge offers a full range of beauty treatments.

Fondcome Village Resort in Chiang Mai offers the guests luxury and sheer comfort. Accommodations are truly luxurious and supreme facilities along with the pleasing ambience await you at the hotel. The room facilities at Fondcome Village Resort in Chiang Mai would make your living experience a true delight. The rooms are equipped with the best of amenities like bathrobe and slippers, cable TV, coffee or Tea making facilities, complimentary bottles of water, fruit basket, hair-dryer and telephone. Experience the magnificent surroundings at this pleasure house which offers a nice break from the grind of routine life. You can also look forward to a relaxing and comfortable stay within the confines of the exquisitely done rooms.

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The Fondcome Village Resort in Chiang Mai offers good recreational facilities as well. There is a beautiful swimming pool where you can go anytime and splash into the water. Swim, float, and relax. This is the place that offers the ultimate in relaxation and comfort. If you want a body massage, you can have it here. There is also a gift and a souvenir shop inside the hotel. Come to the Fondcome Village Resort in Chiang Mai and enjoy.

Sukantara Resort lies on the sloping bank of a mountain stream in the verdant Chiangmai highland. Mountain water cascades over boulders in the stream, creating tiered waterfalls right below the Lanna-Balinese-style guest cottages, which are surrounded by a breathtaking landscape. This resort offers a close to nature living with a relaxation to be enjoyed to the fullest.

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The guestrooms are designed with Balinese and Lanna style, which is created with a natural wood environment. There are six deluxe cottages and 1 suite pool villa. The private cottage veranda is surrounded by sounds of bubbling water and wild birdcalls. Every cottage structure is made of wood with Lanna style high ceilings and is surrounded by beautiful cascades and tropical scenery.

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The Oriental, Bangkok

Categories: Thailand, Hotels

May 5th

 The Oriental, Bangkok sits along the Chao Phrya River in the heart of Thailand’s capital, and is regarded as one of the world’s most luxurious hotels.  This 130-year-old hotel features 358 rooms and 35 luxurious suites, along with an award-winning spa, full-service meeting and conference facilities, a modern fitness center, two swimming pools, a Thai cooking school, shops and boutiques, and nine restaurants.

 In their Garden Wing Rooms you can relax in the nearly 400-square-foot, colonial-style rooms that are all individually designed.  Some are two levels, including bedrooms that sit above large living areas; others offer full river views and private conservatories.  All rooms offer grand elements such as chandeliers, wood floors, and updated Asian features.  Rooms feature the amenities and top service you’d expect from one of the top hotels.  With stunning interiors, spacious bathrooms, bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, work desks with internet access, IDD dual-line telephones, complimentary fax machines and printers, entertainment centers with CD libraries, and more, you won’t be disappointed.  Their five-star services include assigned private butlers and daily fresh fruit and flowers.

 There are four Authors’ Suites within the Author’s Wing, which celebrate great writers such as Joseph Conrad, Somerset Maugham, Noel Coward, and James Michener.  These 1,000-square-foot suites offer beautiful bedrooms, large terraces, roomy lounge areas, separate dressing rooms and Victorian-style bathrooms.  Their two-bedroom, 1.400-square-foot Siam Suite is designed with dark wood, antique furniture and teak floors.  This room offers a private foyer, and living and dining room.  The 2,000-square-foot Selandia Suite is decorated after the famous ship of the same name, with navy-striped curtains, brass-cornered tables, old shipping maps and historic photographs.  And the grandest of all, the Oriental Suite, is 3,100-square-feet and has been a temporary home to celebrities and dignitaries alike.

 Their Oriental Spa has won many awards, and is regularly considered as on of the best spas in the world.  Situated across the river from the hotel, they offer 14 treatment suites, scrub tables, vitality whirlpools, herbal steam baths, and a menu that features ancient Ayurvedic remedies within their 40 original treatments, which combine ancient philosophies with modern techniques.

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 Among their nine restaurants, you will find:  the Le Normandie, known as the finest French restaurant in Asia and is a favorite of the Queen of Thailand; Lord Jim’s specialized in fresh seafood; the Sala Rim Naam has been recently refurbished and offers delicious Thai cuisine; the newly redesigned China House serves traditional Cantonese in a 1930’s Shanghai Art deco setting; if you’re looking to dine more casually, at Ciao you can dine on authentic Italian wood-fired pizzas; or dig in to a selection of barbeque at the newly refurbished Riverside Terrace.

 And not only are the features within the hotel and spa something to look-forward to, but the location is perfect for a feeling of Bangkok.  From the hotel you have convenient access to business districts, shopping centers and recreation.  And the hotel also features exclusive dinner cruises along the historic Chao Phrya River.

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Tips for your Trip to Southeast Asia

Categories: Asia, Thailand

Nov 5th

            Southeast Asia is a popular vacation spot.  With 55 million travelers flocking to this region annually, you need certain information to visit at the right time, know what to see, and how to see it.  For instance, you will need the right information to avoid the popular times of year to get away from all the other tourists, you must know what’s worth seeing while there, and how you should see it (be it by a group tour, or on your own).  And here are some tips.

            First off, Thanksgiving through Easter is the area’s high season; it’s recommended you travel in the less crowded months of April and May, though it will be hotter than the other months.  Times to particularly avoid are: March, which is when the fields are burning and the air is thick with smoke, and early April, when they are celebrating the New Year in Thailand and Laos.

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            Another tip is to book a private tour with a knowledgeable travel specialist.  It is more expensive, but you won’t regret it.  This specialist can construct a customized itinerary for you through Southeast Asia, giving you the choice whether you want a romantic dinner in Ho Chi Minh, or to join in the pre-sunrise ritual with the monks in Siem Reap, or sit in with a private audience to see Ho Chi Minh’s embalmed corpse at Hanoi.  Southeast Asia offers so many chances for a memorable trip, that your better off paying a little more to have a knowledgeable specialist help you plan it out so you get the most out of your trip.

 

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