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The ultimate in private dining at SALA Phuket

By Paul Johnson on Oct 27, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

The award-winning SALA Phuket Resort and Spa has introduced three new and exciting private dining concepts, providing the ultimate intimacy for guests. Guests can choose from a selection of “grazing” platters and BBQs at a variety of idyllic dining locations. Dine under the stars on the romantic restaurant rooftop with stunning views of the sea […]

Bartender training in Krabi, Thailand

By Paul Johnson on Oct 25, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

‘Sundowners’ at a remote tropical beach location conjurers up visions of sipping exotic island cocktails fanned with warm breezes and enjoying spectacular ocean sunsets. But all too often, reality doesn’t match the dream, with watered down cocktails of varying quality and poor service to boot. Recognising the shortcomings in this area, Krabi’s Layana Resort & […]

Pimalai Resort & Spa picks up ‘Best Spa’ award

By Paul Johnson on Oct 22, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Pimalai Resort & Spa, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, has received the “Best Spa” award at the 19th TTG (Travel Trade Gazette) Annual Travel Awards 2008. A pioneer of deluxe hospitality on the of Lanta in Krabi province, Pimalai Resort and Spa’s magnificent beach property is set on 25 hectares of […]

Tasty options in Bangkok

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2008 in Asia, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Thailand

Take a break from Siam Paragon’s boutiques in Bangkok at the elegant L’Espace de L’Oriental on M Level. Try the exquisite pastries or the sour broth with Stilton wontons. A few floors above, Thai Exotique (Level 4) makes a perfect one-stop shop for last minute gifts: it is an Aladdin’s cave of bamboo bowls of […]

Beautiful pool villas in Phuket, from Anantara

By Paul Johnson on Oct 02, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

Anantara Phuket Resort & Spa is now welcoming guests. Each of Anantara Phuket’s 83 villas comes with its own private 33 square metre pool set either within magnificent Bill Bensley-designed gardens with enchanting paths meandering down to the sea or by the beautiful lagoon with its bamboo water fountains and night-time flaming torches lighting. […]

Karma Samui celebrates second birthday with stylish beach party

By Paul Johnson on Aug 20, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Celebrities, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

Karma Resorts‘ second property, Karma Samui on the idyllic Koh Samui, Thailand recently celebrated its second year of operation with a stylish, beach-themed party on its golden sands. Over 100 guests were treated to a night of exquisite, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine created by executive chef Stefano Leone, accompanied by flowing champagne and fireworks. Music to accompany […]

Veranda Chiang Mai opens in Northern Thailand

By Paul Johnson on Jun 27, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Thailand

A serene luxury spa retreat dedicated to pure relaxation is opening in Northern Thailand. Veranda Chiang Mai is sister to the chic and highly successful Veranda Resort Hua Hin, which has become a favourite getaway for Bangkok’s trendsetters. Terraced gardens, water features including a dramatic infinity-edged hillside swimming pool and feng shui landscaping create a […]

Interview with Michael Groux of justLUXE Magazine and The Privileged Collection

By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Brazil, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Japan, Nevada, North America, Regions, Restaurants, South America, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe

Michael Groux is CEO and President of justLUXE Magazine and Founder and CEO of The Privileged Collection brand. justLUXE was launched in the summer of 2004. It resides under the parent company, LUXEmont, a luxury lifestyle publication. justLUXE focuses on the affluent lifestyle of world travelers. The magazine covers, luxury air travel, mega-yachts, fine real […]

Looking for the best in trendy hotels?

By Paul Johnson on Apr 29, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eastern Europe, Europe, Germany, Hotels, Italy, Portugal, Regions, Spain, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Looking for the best in trendy hotels? Look no further… Tripadvisor claim to have found them in their ‘top 10 hot hotels’ list. Here it is: Sanderson Hotel London, England Front Hotel, Denmark Rocco Forte Villa Kennedy, Germany Britania Hotel, Portgual Dream Bangkok, Thailand DO & CO […]

Chiva-Som… in Ireland?!

By Paul Johnson on Apr 25, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Europe, Hotels, Ireland, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe

Chiva-Som is a world-renowned luxury health resort locatedon the beach of Hua-Hin, Thailand. Offering individualised programmes from stress reduction to pure pampering, this destination spa is dedicated to helping guests revitalise mind and body, and provides extensive health facilities. And now spa devotees seeking a taste of Chiva-Som in Ireland will have the unique opportunity […]

Luxury travel links of the week

By Paul Johnson on Apr 20, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Europe, Hotels, Italy, Malaysia, Regions, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Websites, Western Europe

A weekly pick of luxury travel links for your perusal… Concierge services by Concierge deLuxe Rome Hotels from Luxique Discover the benefits of Club 21 Card membership Villas in Europe from My Perfect Villa

Culinary vacations and spa specials from JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

By Paul Johnson on Apr 15, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa has two great packages on offer. Their Thai Delights Experience requires a 4-night minimum stay and promises deluxe accommodation, airport transfers by limo, a one-hour massage for two, breakfast each morning and a full day at the Ginja restaurant’s cooking school, with prices starting from just over $1,000. […]

Amazing Thailand

By Paul Johnson on Mar 27, 2008 in Asia, Regions, Special Offers & Packages, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Websites

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched a new Web site called Amazing Thailand to tell us there’s more to Thailand than just lots of beautiful beaches. With categories for ‘Thai-ness’, ‘Nature’, ‘Treasure’, ‘Festivities’ and more, the site promotes more than 300 special deals for inbound travellers and lists more than 2,000 travel products […]

Top 10 Best Luxury Hotels in Asia, according to Tripadvisor

By Paul Johnson on Mar 09, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Hotels, India, Japan, Maldives, Regions, Resorts, Singapore, Thailand

Layana Resort and Spa – Ko Lanta, Thailand Shangri-La Hotel – Singapore Conrad Maldives Rangali Island – Rangali Island, Maldives Tongsai Bay Cottages & Hotel – Ko Samui, Thailand Oriental Bangkok – Bangkok, Thailand Lebua at State Tower – Bangkok, Thailand Oberoi Amarvilas – Agra, India Kurumba Maldives – North Male Atoll, Maldives Royal Park […]

Opening offer from the Dusit Princess Koh Chang

By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2008 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Resorts, Spas & Pampering, Special Offers & Packages, Speciality Travel, Thailand, Travel Miscellany

The Dusit Princess Koh Chang – Koh Chang’s newest 5 star resort, complete with modern amenities, spa, swimming pool, and pool villas on private beach – has a special opening package. Enjoy 2 nights for only 5,500 Baht in a Beachfront Deluxe Room or 7,000 Baht in a Pool Villa, inclusive of breakfast and many […]

Top 10 beachside destinations

By Paul Johnson on Jan 21, 2008 in Asia, Australia, Brazil, Caribbean, Europe, Fiji, Florida, Hawaii, Jamaica, Leisure Travel, Mexico, North America, Oceania, Philippines, Regions, South America, Spain, Speciality Travel, Thailand, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide

Vacations are always more fun when there’s a coastline in view, or at least so say Tripadvisor. They’ve come up with a list outlining their top 10 favourite beachside destinations: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Honolulu, Hawaii Cancun, Mexico Surfer’s Paradise, Australia Negril, Jamaica Miami, Florida Viti Levu, Fiji Boracay, Philippines Tenerife, Canary Islands […]

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