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    See Phuket's dolphins spring into action

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 19/01/2021

    » Despite the pandemic, the show, and the livelihood of those involved, must go on.

  • TRAVEL

    Vala Hua Hin − Nu Chapter Hotels

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 07/01/2021

    » Launched in the middle of September, this new boutique resort is a member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World). With a modern design that makes the most of its natural surroundings, be it the sunshine or sea breeze, this place is another commendable holiday haven in this part of the sandy coastline that runs from Cha-am to Hua Hin. The property is made up of 97 guest rooms and pool villas, ranging in sizes from 46m² to 107m².

  • LIFE

    Banyan Tree Krabi

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 31/12/2020

    » Launched in October, this new property of Asset World Corporation, which also owns Banyan Tree Samui, is made up of 72 suites and villas, each with a private pool. Like its sister resort in the Gulf of Thailand, this one on the Andaman coast greets newly arrived guests with a stunning view of the sea from its lobby perched high on a hillside. With such a beautiful setting and a wide range of facilities, this resort is intended to impress romantic couples, families and groups of friends alike.

  • TRAVEL

    Hiding in plain sight

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 24/12/2020

    » I'm no fan of paintings but I understand folks who are able to enjoy a visual feast by masters such as the likes of Michelangelo, Leonardo Da Vinci or Vincent Van Gogh. I do the same every time I find myself in a magnificent landscape. Indeed, Mother Nature is my favourite artist.

  • TRAVEL

    The Bayview Hotel, Pattaya

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 26/11/2020

    » This property in Central Pattaya is one of five Sukosol hotels, three of which are in the resort city and the other two in Bangkok. It has 260 rooms and suites.

  • TRAVEL

    Place of peace and tranquility

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 19/11/2020

    » Ask any Thai to mention the names of the five islands that immediately come to mind, chances are Koh Sichang would be included in the shortlist, maybe even the first. This small island 12km off the coast of Si Racha, Chon Buri, is the closest to the capital.

  • TRAVEL

    Melia Koh Samui

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 12/11/2020

    » Formerly known as Imperial Boat House, this property on the northeastern side of the island underwent a major renovation and relaunched in January this year.

  • TRAVEL

    X2 Pattaya Oceanphere

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 29/10/2020

    » One of Habitat Hospitality's properties, this resort 20km or so from South Pattaya is frequented by celebrities, YouTubers and holidaymakers seeking luxury hideaways, despite the fact that it is not located beachside.

  • TRAVEL

    Banyan Tree Samui

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 01/10/2020

    » Over the past several months on Koh Samui peacefulness has prevailed, so much so that for the first time in six years green sea turtles came to lay eggs on the island. The ­secluded beach in front of this property was where three nests were found in February. In early April, 200 hatchlings emerged from the buried nests and hastily made their way into the sea which is their true home. I visited the all-pool villa resort earlier this month but, unlike the turtles, found the place not that easy to leave.

  • TRAVEL

    Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

    Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 17/09/2020

    » There are not many places where ultimate luxury becomes one with the wilderness. This resort nestled on a forest-covered hillside on the bank of the winding Ruak River that separates Thailand from Myanmar, not far from the point where the waterway reaches the larger Mekong, is one of the rare few. Despite its location on the northern border, the property is ­convenient to reach from Bangkok. And thanks to Covid-19, the exceptional experience it offers is more affordable than ever.

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