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Laguna Phuket
Surrounded by lush tropical parkland and pristine waters of the Andaman Sea, Laguna Phuket is Southeast Asia's first integrated resort destination for couples and families to discover the romance of travel and enjoy endless activities without leaving this holiday paradise.
17 Feb 2022
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya
It was a relaxing evening when I wandered down the pristine Wong Amat beach. The Sun sank over North Pattaya's horizon and the azure skies began to turn pink and orange as a brisk sea wind swept through. This looked to be a reward for vacationers staying at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.
20 Jan 2022
So Sofitel Hua Hin
An enormous white rabbit-like sculpture stands in the middle of a green courtyard with its hands clutching a clock, implying that time has stopped and we are about to be lost in the realm of imagination upon entering.
13 Jan 2022
Centara Reserve Samui
When I arrived at Centara Reserve Samui, the Gulf of Thailand's brilliant turquoise sea was set against a dramatic background of bright blue skies and the pure white Chaweng beach. It was a sunny morning, but the fresh sea breeze kept me cool and relaxed.
6 Jan 2022
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town
Not all tourists who've been to Phuket have visited the island's historical municipality. I -- a lifelong beach buff and somewhat culturally ignorant -- was also one of them.
9 Dec 2021
Avani+ Hua Hin Resort
When I arrived at Avani+ Hua Hin on Sunday evening, the sky had already darkened. I came to a halt as I came across a crowded parking area where some guests were leaving for dinner. Thanks to the Rao Tiew Duay Kan (We Travel Together) campaign, this elegant yet sleek resort has become one of the most popular weekend escapes for families and vacationers to enjoy the fresh cool breeze of the Gulf of Thailand during winter.
2 Dec 2021
The Standard, Hua Hin
Confronting upside-down characters on a curved granite wall, I pondered whether I had fallen down the rabbit hole. Never had I come across a hotel that unconventionally upends its name. Surrounded by leafy trees and chirping birds, The Standard, Hua Hin, invites vacationers to discover a treasure trove of paraphernalia.
11 Nov 2021
Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit
On a rainy Sunday afternoon two weeks ago I -- a lone traveller -- was checking into the Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit when I saw other guests casually parade into the hotel, which provided hope of economic recovery.
8 Apr 2021
Silavadee Pool Spa Resort, Koh Samui
Standing on the tranquil Laem Nan beach, Silavadee Pool Spa Resort on Koh Samui has long been a popular holiday getaway for local and foreign vacationers and honeymooners to indulge in the romantic ambience and have fun doing a wide range of leisure activities.
25 Mar 2021
COSI KrabiAo Nang Beach
This trendy lifestyle hotel aims at energetic, tech-savvy travellers who prefer style and simplicity over superfluous luxury.
