Marriott's Phuket Beach Club

Marriott's Phuket Beach Club
230 Moo, Maikhao, Talang
Phuket, 83110 Thailand
Phone: 66 76 338 000
Fax: 66 76 348 348
Sales: 1 800 465 4213
Sales fax: 1 407 903 5997

Marriott's Phuket Beach Club is found on the renowned Mai Khao beach at the heart of Thailand's largest island. View the romance of the Andaman Sea from unique, spectacular swimming pools. Enjoy privileged access to the amenities at the JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa including ten restaurants and lounges, and a tropical spa specializing in traditional Thai treatments. Experience every water sport under the sun or the thrill of a lifetime riding through the jungle atop a magnificent elephant.

Rates from US$157/ night

For more details visit: www.marriott.com

Renaissance, Koh Samui Resort & Spa

Renaissance, Koh Samui Resort & Spa
208/1 Moo 4, T. Maret,
Laem Nan Beach Koh Samui,
84310 Thailand
Phone: 66 77 429 300
Fax : 66 77 429 333
Sales: 66 2 656 7707

Escape to your own seaside villa with private pool, blending the luxury of the world's best spa resorts with the intimacy of a secluded island village. The Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa, perched on a hill that gently slopes towards a mesmerizing blue sea also features deluxe room accommodations with private whirlpool and spacious terrace. The perfect place for a vacation getaway, destination wedding or executive meeting retreat. Recharge your senses with aroma treatments at our renowned Quan Spa. Keep your body fit and mind at ease with a variety of recreational choices such as a workout in our fitness center, a swim in our plunge pool or a leisurely mountain bike journey through the local countryside. Enjoy sunset cocktails and conversation while overlooking the Gulf of Thailand. Later, share your favorite moments over an intimate dinner in your private villa or savor a delectable meal at one of our three restaurants, offering local and international cuisine.

Rates from US$140/ night

For more details visit: www.marriott.com

Soneva Kiri by Six Senses

Soneva Kiri by Six Senses
Koh Kood
TRAT Province
Tel: +66 (0) 3961 9800, Fax: +66 (0) 3961 9808
E-mail: reservations-kiri@sixsenses.com

Remote but accessible aptly describes the Thai island of Kood, on which Soneva Kiri is set amidst the lush tropical rainforest, off the south-east coast of the Gulf of Siam. International guests are personally met on arrival at Bangkok’s Suvarbuhmi airport and transferred to the resort’s own airplane for the one-hour flight to the Soneva Kiri airfield. From the air, the beauty of untouched Thailand and Koh Kood, with its white sandy beaches is immediately evident.

For more details visit: www.sixsenses.com

Four Seasons - Koh Samui

Four Seasons - Koh Samui
219 Moo 5, Angthong
Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84140
Thailand
Tel. +66 (0) 77 243-000
Fax. +66 (0) 77 243-002

Surrounded by the clear blue-green waters of the Gulf of Siam, the island of Koh Samui is part of an archipelago of more than 60 islands off Thailand’s east coast. Only 45 minutes by air from Bangkok, Koh Samui is easily accessible, yet firmly maintains its away-from-it-all charm. White sand, swaying coconut palms and calm waters are emblematic of this quiet, peaceful refuge, where 55,000 chao Samui – as residents call themselves – help create a welcoming village-community atmosphere.

Four Seasons nestles on Koh Samui’s northwestern tip on peaceful Laem Yai Bay – 30 minutes from the airport and just five minutes from the capital of Nathon. With remarkable convenience, Four Seasons offers the opportunity to experience the island’s many treasures. Among the highlights are Koh Samui’s endless talcum-sand beaches, including the 7-kilometre (4-mile) Chaweng Beach. Guests can enjoy water sports, experience the widely popular buffalo fights or travel by songtow (small open bus) to explore historic temples, spectacular waterfalls and unusual limestone rock formations.

Rates from US$790/ night

For more details visit: www.fourseasons.com

Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
111 Moo 3 Nongthalay,
Muang, Krabi 81000 Thailand
Phone: 66 (0) 7-562-8111
Email: kbvrz.leads@ritzcarlton.com

Venture to a captivating corner of the world, where glistening sands and blue skies converge with the Andaman Sea, and where the charm and natural beauty of Thailand blends with an aura of serenity and discovery. Once there, Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, envelops you in an incomparable setting featuring:

* An private resort located 40 minutes from Krabi International Airport and two hours from Phuket International Airport
* Outstanding opportunities to explore the area's wealth of natural beauty with pristine islands and Panom Benja National Park
* Personalized service to attend to your needs and whims, 24-hours-a-day
* Luxuriously appointed, spacious villas set in tropical gardens or offering ocean views
* Lavish amenities including rainforest showers, indoor and outdoor baths, spacious walk-in wardrobes and verandas with lounge beds
* Alluring facilities including an infinity pool, destination spa, fitness center, shopping, cooking classes and Thai Batik painting
* A selection of casual and formal dining, complemented by gourmet Royal Thai specialties, extensive wine lists, live entertainment and captivating views
* Unique event space that accommodates up to 80, perfect for weddings, with a dedicated catering manager to ensure that your requests are satisfied

Rates from US$570/ night

For more details visit: www.ritzcarlton.com

Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort

Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort
29 Soi Karon Nui, Tambon Karon
Amphur Muang
Phuket 83100 · Thailand
Phone: (66)(76) 370 100

Located in the tropical paradise of Phuket’s Western coast on a secluded cove, Le Méridien Phuket Beach Resort is set amidst 40 acres of lush foliage, sprawling golden sands, and the emerald Andaman Sea. A mining centre during the 16th century, Phuket employed many Hakka Chinese miners, and China’s rich cultural influence can still be seen on the island today as well as the colourful influences of Portuguese explorers.

The hotel features six meeting rooms, two lagoon-size swimming pools, four tennis courts, a pair of air-conditioned squash courts, a world-class spa, a variety of land and sea sports facilities, a discovery centre for kids, and a historic Margaret Lee cruiser that offers unique cruise adventures. 10 restaurants and bars allow for a gastronomic journey around the globe. The 417 superior rooms and 53 luxury suites are enriched with a local Thai design, complementing the resort's tropical setting. These, along with superb amenities, provide creative holidays that are delivered with comfort.

The resort is just minutes away from some of the celebrated sites of Phuket, including the lively shopping and restaurant district of Patong, the 29 ornate temples that dot the island, hiking trails through ancient limestone caverns, and scuba diving through the Andaman Sea’s translucent indigo waters.

Rates from US$110/ night

For more details visit: www.starwoodhotels.com

The Sarojin

The Sarojin
60, Moo 2, Kukkak,
Takuapa,
Phang Nga 82190,
Thailand.
Tel: +66 (0)76 427 900-4
Fax: +66 (0)76 427 906

Relaxation, freedom, inspiration. The Sarojin imparts unique, revitalizing experiences that last...so much so, that a sojourn with us is reminiscent of "staying as a guest at a friend's private estate".

The Sarojin’s own team of personal guides and the elegant and inspired “imagineer” – the ultimate personal concierge, delight in creating personalized tailor-made adventures ‘just for 2’. Perhaps a private charter on the luxury boat Lady Sarojin? A personal jungle adventure ‘just for 2’ complete with champagne? A Thai cooking class and lunch by the waterfall? The limits are only your imagination…

Designed in a contemporary Asian style, lines blur and merge simultaneously with the natural local elements and landscape. The spiritual heart of the resort is an age old giant Ficus tree. A magnificent soul-soothing reflective lotus pond brings a sense of grandeur and peace to your environment.

56 Guest Residences nestle within the 10-acre grounds. Private access leads directly to an expansive white beach and the crystalline waters of the Andaman Sea that provide year-round swimming and water sports. Abundant space and privacy blend harmoniously with nature, offering a rare oasis for relaxation.

Rates from US$260/ night

For more details visit: www.sarojin.com

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa
231 Moo 3, Mai Khao
Phuket, 83110 Thailand
Phone: 66 76 338000
Fax: 66 76 348348
Sales: 66 2 6567707
Sales fax: 66 2 6569831

Set in a tropical paradise, where the glistening sands of Mai Khao Beach meet blue seas, our lavish 5-star resort in Thailand introduces you to a realm of indescribable beauty, flawless service and thoughtful touches. Here, you can daydream by spectacular pools, or venture beyond this Phuket, Thailand resort for an exhilarating day of elephant trekking, diving off the Similan Islands or exploring the wild on a safari. You can retreat to elegantly modern accommodation of polished wood floors, lustrous silks, indoor Thai sala and balcony. And, for a culinary journey, the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa offers 11 restaurants and bars, each with a distinctive menu, in addition to Ginja Cook - our gourmet cooking school where you can learn the intricacies of fine Thai cooking. For the ultimate indulgence, Mandara Spa awaits to ease you into total relaxation with a selection of extraordinary Western and Asian treatments.

Rates from US$215/ night

For more details visit: www.marriott.com

Thailand: Banyan Tree Phuket

Banyan Tree Phuket
33, 33/27 Moo 4, Srisoonthorn Road
Cherngtalay, Amphur Talang
Phuket 83110
Thailand
Tel: +66 76 324 374
Fax: +66 76 324 375
E-mail: phuket@banyantree.com

Bordered by the golden sands and gentle waves of the Andaman Sea, Thailand, amid a cluster of luxury resorts located in Laguna Phuket, Banyan Tree Phuket Resort & Spa is a luxury resort in Phuket exuding rest and tranquility. A tropical paradise of extraordinary natural beauty, it is no wonder Banyan Tree Phuket Resort & Spa has earned accolades from leading magazines the world over. Exuding seclusion and romance, this Phuket resort boasts only the finest facilities and ambience. A 'Land of Smiles' indeed under the sheltering canopy of the Banyan Tree.

Rates from USD511

For more details visit: :www.banyantree.com

Thailand: Napasai Beach Resort & Villas

Napasai Beach Resort & Villas in Koh Samui
65/10 Baan Tai, Maenam,
Koh Samui, Surat Thani
84330, Thailand
Tel: (66-77) 42 92 00
Fax: (66-77) 42 92 01
E-mail: info@napasai.com

Napasai Beach Resort & Villas in Koh Samui, Thailand is a secluded luxury beach resort in Maenam Beach, on the fashionable north coast of Koh Samui.

Napasai is set on a graceful hillside, overlooking Ban Tai beach on the Gulf of Thailand, in seventeen acres of lush tropical vegetation.

It has a small, private sandy beach with a pontoon to which guests can swim, fifty-five cottages, fourteen private villas, two excellent restaurants and the indulgent Napasai Spa.

Rates from USD232

For more details visit: www.napasai.com

Thailand: Anantara

Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa
888 Moo 3 ,Tumbon Mai Khao,
Amphur Thalang, Phuket 83110, THAILAND
Tel: +66 (0)76 336 100
Fax: +66 (0)76 336 177
Email: phuket@anantara.com


Anantara Resort Phuket is designed to be the setting for a story you'll tell forever.

Set between the sands of sun-drenched beaches and the rolling green backdrop of verdant hills, Anantara Phuket with its private pool villas is only a 15-minute drive from Phuket International Airport. Located on a stretch of Mai Khao Beach on Phuket's more secluded northern coast, your private pool villa is your gateway to excursions through the lush tropical mangroves of nearby Sirinath National Park, dives into stunning coral reefs, and strolls through charming local villages.

Just steps away from the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea, Anantara Phuket's 83 one-bedroom pool villas are nestled within indigenous gardens of jasmine, orchids and birds of paradise. Designed to recall a quaint Southern Thai-style village, the locally inspired architecture complements its natural setting, with open-air spaces and arched ceilings to take advantage of the cool Phuket sea breeze. The pool villa interiors embrace contemporary Thai design, using evocative local prints, textiles, paintings and relaxed lounge spaces.

Start your morning with hearty breakfasts featuring some of the island's local morning treats at La Sala, or enjoy a Phuket-style brunch from the comfort of your pool villa. Sample our creative Thai-inspired tapas in the afternoon at the Tree House. As the sun sets over the Andaman Sea, select fresh seafood from the semi-open kitchen at Sea.Fire.Salt . Or, head for a tasting of Old and New World vintages in our impeccably stocked wine cellar at The Tasting Room.

Take home unforgettable stories from this inspired landscape. Charter a luxury yacht for an indulgent cruise through the mysterious limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay. Explore the viewpoints and waterfalls of the island's unseen hinterlands as you chat about local culture and the island's rich history with our local guides. Or simply lie back and admire the Phuket sunsets from the comfort of your blissful pool villa. Natural wonders and unique cultural experiences lie at every turn. This is your Phuket.

Rates from USD740

For more details visit: phuket.anantara.com

Thailand: Amanpuri

Amanpuri
Pansea Beach, Phuket 83000, Thailand
tel (66) 76 324 333
fax (66) 76 324 100
email amanpuri@amanresorts.com
mailing address PO Box 196, Phuket 83000, Thailand

Amanpuri embodies the inner spirit of the Thai culture while allowing nature to reign supreme. The natural beauty combined with sincere warmth and a genuine soul allows for complete rejuvenation.

Amanpuri translated in Sanskrit as place of peace was opened in 1988, the first born to the Aman ‘family’. This tranquil prodigy has pride of place on Phuket in a secluded natural coconut grove on a peninsula leading down to a soft, crescent shaped beach overlooking a mesmerizing turquoise Andaman Sea. Amanpuri continues to evolve with a peaceful purity, which is reflected in its gracious service, and the sympathetic construction of its pavilions, villas, and stylish midnight blue pools.

Rates from USD800

For more details visit: www.amanresorts.com

Thailand: Rasananda Phangan Island Resort

Rasananda
Phangan Island

Rasananda, luxuriously set at the base of a lush, tropical mountain gently sloped towards a warm blue sea and the powdery white sands of Tong Nai Pan Noi beach; only 30 minutes away by speed boat from Samui. All 44 villas and suites have their own private pools with spacious indoor and outdoor living spaces ranging from 100 to 260 square meters.

A signature spa set amidst indigenous tropical landscape, two restaurants, a champagne and wine lounge, and a host of delightful leisure activities with service created specifically around your ideas of a perfect beach holiday makes Rasananda a hidden paradise waiting to be discovered.

Rates from USD195

For more details visit: www.rasananda.com