Asia Brochure 2023

22 Thailand

23 Thailand

MULTI-CENTRE CULTURE GASTRONOMY

TWIN-CENTRE BEACH FAMILY-FRIENDLY

NORTHERN THAILAND & TEMPLES Bangkok | Chiang Mai | Chiang Rai

SOUTHERN BEACH BLISS Phuket | Khao Lak

Embrace Bangkok’s energy and immerse yourself in the markets, street food and countless restaurants. Walking through the city, you’ll witness the sights and sounds of Thailand’s capital and the country’s beating heart. Take a short flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, which offers a calmer atmosphere. Hop on a bicycle and weave through golden temples and cobbled streets, or set up camp in a local café where Khao Soi is a must-have. Then head to Chiang Rai, where you will pass through paddy fields, raft along rivers and hike hillside trails. Don’t miss taking a few snaps at the spectacular White Temple.

When you first think of Phuket, you’ll no doubt imagine sun, sea and sand - but there is so much more to Thailand’s largest island. Perfect for a family-friendly holiday or a romantic break, discover the culture ingrained in Phuket Old Town, or jump on a surfboard at Kata Beach, where ‘Millionaire’s Mile’ is located. Once you’ve explored Phuket, head 45 minutes north to Khao Lak, where the pace is considerably slower, and you can fill your days with sunbathing, swimming and feasting on incredible local food.

From top: Kata Beach, Phuket; White Sand Beach, Khao Lak

We recommend 2 nights in 4 A Rembrandt by Wyndham 4 nights in 4 A Dusit D2 2 nights in 4 A Imperial Golden Triangle Resort

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We recommend 5 nights at 4 A Outrigger Surin 5 nights at 4 A La Vela

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Tea plantation in Chiang Mai

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Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui Below: Grand Palace, Bangkok

Crystal Bay in Koh Samui

MULTI-CENTRE CITY BEACH

TWIN-CENTRE BEACH COUPLES

THAILAND ESSENTIALS Bangkok | Chiang Mai | Koh Samui

LIFE’S A BEACH Phuket | Koh Samui

‘Same same, but different’. This famous Thai saying sums up Bangkok perfectly, a city where the familiar collides with the unexpected to create a kaleidoscope of modern Thai life. A visit to the capital isn’t complete without wandering around the Grand Palace or spying Wat Arun rising from the banks of the Chao Phraya River. In a complete u-turn, head to Chiang Mai, where you’ll spot flashes of orange-clad monks and remnants of the past around every corner. Finally, it’s time for your beach fix, and there’s nowhere better to indulge this sandy craving than stunning Koh Samui.

Choose between many incredible beaches within Phuket, including Karon, Kata and Kantary. There’s something for everyone on the island, and you’ll be spoilt for choice. From here, you’ll head to Thailand’s second-biggest island and a beach lovers’ dream. Renowned for its palm-fringed beaches, crystal-clear waters and dense, mountainous rainforest, you can while away the days with sand between your toes and the salty sea in your hair. Koh Samui has also firmly put their stamp on Thai wellness and boasts some first-class spas offering treatments from around the world. All you have to do is lie back and relax.

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We recommend 2 nights at 5 A Ramada Plaza

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We recommend 5 nights at 4 A Kantary Bay 5 nights at 5 A Anantara Bophut Resort Koh Samui

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4 nights at 5 A Anantara Chiang Mai Resort 6 nights at 5 A Melati Beach Resort & Spa

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