What Is the “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension”?
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced that the Phuket Sandbox program received the green light from the Centre for COVID-19 Situation Administration (CCSA) to be upgraded as the “Phuket Sandbox 7+7 Extension,” providing fully vaccinated international travelers with more
Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and Ko Tao reopened with the launch of “Samui Plus” program
https://vimeo.com/574829494 The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced yesterday the launch today of the Samui Plus program, under which Ko Samui, Ko Pha-ngan, and Ko Tao can be visited by fully vaccinated international tourists with no quarantine requirements, between July and December
Discover unforgettable moments in Thailand with IHG Hotels & Resorts without the price tag
The modern world has made it increasingly difficult to break free from the daily grind and truly immerse in the surrounds, let alone during and following a pandemic. The good news is searching for privacy and peacefulness isn’t just for
Meliá Koh Samui comes to the rescue to feed elephants during tough times
Meliá Koh Samui, the first Meliá resort to open in Thailand, has provided land for a community farm to help feed elephants rescued from exploitation activities. Located 200 metres from Meliá Koh Samui on the north-eastern tip of Koh Samui island,
Travellers discover Thailand’s Bay of Pigs
Koh Matsum's cuddly pigs have quickly become models for social media. Words by Colin Hinshelwood/ CPA Media Photos courtesy of Richard Barrow/ https://www.richardbarrow.com) They’re not putting lipstick on the pigs of Koh Matsum, but tourists to this remote island are nevertheless dazzled by these barnyard staples
Beachfront Meliá Koh Samui introduces romantic escapes
Cupid has aimed his bow at Meliá Koh Samui, enticing couples with floating breakfast, tapas with bubbles and a massage class for couples dubbed the "Ultimate Hands On". Overlooking secluded Choeng Mon Beach on the northeastern tip of Koh Samui island,
Meliá Koh Samui offers complimentary night to mark first anniversary
The first Meliá resort to open in Thailand is turning one this month, offering a complimentary night's stay to holidaymakers for each night booked in celebration of its first birthday. Overlooking secluded Choeng Mon Beach on the northeastern tip of Koh
Meliá Koh Samui celebrates its first Christmas
Meliá Koh Samui is pulling out all the stops to mark its first Christmas and New Year with jolly good cheer, ushering in experiences ranging from tropical barbeques around beach bonfires and all-day tapas to a Christmas tree lighting ceremony,
Snap and have fun under the sun at the most Instagrammable place in Samui
This holiday season gather your friends and family, young and old to celebrate at SEEN Beach Club Samui. Located on a stunning white sandy stretch of Chaweng Beach, the 50s retro-themed venue offers endless Instagrammable moments, great Thai and international
Your guide to a sun-kissed Christmas and New Year on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan
Anantara, Avani+ and SEEN Beach Club have an action-packed programme on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan lined up for the Christmas and New Year season. Guests of Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort and Avani+ Samui Resort will be kicking the year
Meliá Koh Samui launches getaways designed to strengthen family bonds
Luxury beachfront resort Meliá Koh Samui has introduced packages designed to reconnect loved ones and foster quality family time, combining a getaway in a remarkable Family Suite with a host of recreational, culinary and wellness experiences for all ages. The Family
Anantara Lawana Koh Samui’s four-bedroom pool retreat offers the ultimate family escape
While connecting rooms certainly have their benefits, when it comes to family travel nothing beats having a private retreat all to yourself. The new Four-Bedroom Private Pool Escape package at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui was designed with extended families in
Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Samui now offer great-value family and couples deals
The pool at Outrigger Koh Samui Beach Resort Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Koh Samui have announced new holiday offers for families and couples living in Thailand. Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort has launched an updated Thai Residents’ Rate of THB2,499 net per
Banyan Tree Samui offers complimentary night to healthcare workers
Words by Colin Hinshelwood/ CPA Media One of Thailand’s most prestigious hotels is offering a complimentary night’s stay to any of the country’s professional healthcare workers in recognition of their sacrifice and dedication to saving lives during this year’s coronavirus crisis. Banyan Tree
Vana Belle Resort offers Samui beachside romance package with dinner and spa extras
Time to get away for a romantic break with the special person in your life, and the Romance Escape package from Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui provides luxury and seclusion, with extras, directly on the beach at
Skål Koh Samui initiative aims to lure tourists back to the island with its #RediscoverSamui campaign
Skål Samui has launched its own tourism recovery initiative under the banner #RediscoverSamui - and Prepare to Fall in Love, in a bid to attract domestic and eventually international tourists, to the beautiful island of Samui in the Gulf of
Vana Belle Resort Koh Samui wins TripAdvisor 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best
Unsurpassed services, unrivalled location and comfort together with exceptional hygiene and cleanliness standards have earned Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui the 2020 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best award by TripAdvisor, ranking the resort as one among
Vana Belle Resort Koh Samui offers luxury package for One-Bedroom Pool Suite
A great value package is being offered by Vana Belle, a Luxury Collection Resort, Koh Samui, with a Jungle One-Bedroom Pool Suite available for only THB 7,999++ per night. The package includes daily breakfast for two persons, plus 20 percent
Meliá Koh Samui’s teak boat conversions form remarkable nautical theme
The newly opened Meliá Koh Samui has given a new lease on life to 31 teak wood merchant vessels that are more than 100 years old and once traversed the Gulf of Thailand, converting 30 of them into elegant two-storey Boat
A fleet of classic British scooters transports Avani+ Resort guests to parts unknown
Check in to your room, check out of the mundane. Road romantics arriving at two of Avani+ Resorts in Thailand can hit the ground running with a new seamless rental service courtesy of Scomadi, a modern classic scooter brand. This first-of-its-kind
SEEN venues in Bangkok and Samui relaunch with an art show + Endless Summer Pool Party
SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok, the rooftop hot spot restaurant and poolside sky bar atop Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel has reopened with an art exhibition in collaboration with one of Bangkok’s most celebrated graffiti artists, Mamablues, who is staging a
New Melia Koh Samui resort unveils getaway experience as Thailand opens up to travel
The first Meliá resort to debut in Thailand has unveiled a Samui Getaway promotion with 30 percent off accommodation as a lure to domestic travellers. The new Meliá Koh Samui, overlooking Choeng Mon Beach on the north-eastern tip of Koh Samui island, is offering Thai nationals
Special re-opening offers for Thai residents at Outrigger resorts in Phuket and Samui
Outrigger Resorts in Phuket and Koh Samui have announced 50% off with a special 1+1 re-opening rate for Thai citizens and residents. This means Outrigger Laguna Phuket Beach Resort is available from THB 1799++ per night, and Outrigger Koh Samui
Bonus to buy and earn extra credits at Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Koh Samui Resort & Spa has unveiled a voucher sale with up to 50% off and flexibility to book stays until the end of 2020. The resort is an intimate beachfront destination with 63 suites and 14 distinctive villas