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Sofitel Riverside Chiang Mai
2007-04-24 06:23:00 Sofitel is wasting no time in Thailand this year, as 1st May 2007 will see the opening of the new Sofitel Rivers ide Chia ng Mai resort along the banks of the Mae Ping River. This new boutique property will feature 75 opulent rooms decorated in a fusion of the best in Thai and Western design ... More About: Side
Feast like a king at the Ancient Hue
2007-04-23 12:05:00 Treat yourself to a royal dinner at the Ancient Hue. Opening in mid-July 2007, this new restaurant will provide you with a meal fit for a Vietnam ese king. Your royal treatment begins as you step through the gigantic ceremonial gate into the Ancient House’s gorgeous courtyard. The courtyard’s traditional design incorporates a ... More About: King , Feast , Like , The A
The Elephant Nature Park
2007-04-20 13:18:00 Established in 1995 in Chiang Mai, the aim of the Elephant Natur e Park is to provide a sanctuary and rescue centre for over 30 Asian pachyderms. In the scenic Mae Taeng Valley, the Park is one of the rare places in Thailand where elephants no longer work for humans. The park allows visitors to see ...
Northern Thailand Hotels Update
2007-04-19 05:59:00 On the trendy Nimmanehim Road, AT Niman is a former private apartment that has been completely redesigned by the same architect that designed the Oriental Dhara Devi. This cozy property is centrally located and a unique blend of Asian design and international comfort. The eight rooms have been decorated in a ?Himalayan? aesthetic, described as ... More About: Thailand , Hotels , North , Thai , Update
Make Angkor Wat a Wonder of the World
2007-04-18 07:44:00 Angkor Wat, one of our most popular destinations, is competing to be one of the 7 New Wonder s of the World . Home of one of the oldest civilizations in the world, it has been recognized as a World Heritage Site since 1992. We feel strongly that Angkor deserves to be recognized as one ... More About: The World , Make
The Dream Hotel Bangkok - A better place to rest your head
2007-04-16 09:37:00 Deep in the heart of Bangkok , the Dream Hotel is a chic new 5-star boutique hotel that is awaiting your next stay. This luxury hotel is located in the middle of Sukhumvit road - the heart of Bangkok’s fashion, entertainment, shopping and nightlife. This stylish hotel’s look, feel and even taste are a funky ... More About: Thailand , Your
Thailand?s beaches welcome the Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Resort & Spa
2007-04-13 11:39:00 Stressed-out tourists have another luxury place to rest their heads. The Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Resort & Spa has just officially opened. The Sofitel Phokeethra Krabi Resort & Spa is a luxurious 5-star 276 room resort with rooms looking out onto the Andaman Sea. Located on a stretch of immaculate white sand, the resort is ... More About: Beach , Thailand , Beaches , Welcome , Thai
Escape to Amphawa
2007-04-12 10:19:00 Travellers looking for something different should visit Ampawa, a small hamlet located in the in the heart of the Mae Klong delta, just south of Bangkok. This area is part of the ?green ring? that surrounds Bangkok, where numerous pomelo, mango, grape, guava, jackfruit, coconut and banana orchards are found. An intricate maze of ... More About: Cape , Escape , Scape , Esca
Tee off at the Phokeethra Country Club
2007-04-11 10:16:00 Golfers in Cambodia have reason to rejoice! Golfers can now combine a visit to the temples of Angkor with time spent on the greens of southeast Asia?s newest course. The Phokeethra Count ry Club opened on 1st April 2007, just 20 minutes away from Siem Reap airport. This 7,145-yard course combines a challenging championship ... More About: Country Club
The Angkor Airways Alternative
2007-04-10 10:15:00 Why not fly Angkor Airway s on your next trip to Siem Reap? Angkor Airways service on the Phnom Penh - Siem Reap is an attractive alternative to Siem Reap Airways. Using larger Boeing MD80s, Angkor is able to offer more room on its flights, ensuring that large groups have no capacity problems. ... More About: Alternative , The A , Alter
Don Muang Reopens
2007-04-09 04:54:00 Please be aware that since 24th March, 2007, Thai Airlines (THAI) has re-routed some domestic flights from Suvarnabhoumi airport to Don Muang Airport instead. We strongly advise you to double-check your bookings and ensure that your passengers are informed if they will be flying from or to Suvarnabhoumi or Don Muang. Please note that the ... More About: Open , Pens
The new Thingaha Hotel for Myanmar?s new capital
2007-04-06 12:01:00 The Thing aha Hotel opened in March 2006 with 30 well-appointed guestrooms and suites. Situated in the hotel zone of Myanmar ’s new capital, Nay Pyi Daw, this new property is tastefully decorated. Room facilities include LCD cable TV, electronic safe, and tea and coffee making facilities. This property also has special dining and ... More About: The N , Capital
Restaurant News
2007-04-06 04:54:00 For 2007, the Thingyan Water Festival and Myanmar New Year will be celebrated from 13th April to 16th April 2007. During Thingyan, most restaurants, shops, markets and museums will be closed and our operations team will amend all bookings as necessary: In Yangon, the Shan Kan Rest aurant will be closed from 12th April, not only for ... More About: News , Rant , Aura
Thailand tariff updates:
2007-04-05 12:04:00 Please note our hotel tariff has been updated again. Notable newcomers include: Siam @ Siam Hotel Ayatana Hamlet and Spa Chiangmai Bann Tazala Exclusive Village Doi Kham Country Homes Resort and Spa Tea Vana Chiangmai Greater Maekong Lodge Baan Ton Nam 31 (Doi Tung Lodge) Rawi Warin Resort and Spa As ever, an updated list of special offers and deals in Thai land can be ... More About: Dates , Updates , Update
Relax at the Villa Sayada
2007-04-05 04:18:00 On your next visit to Luang Prabang, why not stay at Villa Sayada Guesthouse? Just opened in February 2007, the Villa Sayada is a nice alternative to some of the older properties in Luang Prabang. The guesthouse features nine cozy rooms, each with air conditioning, television, en-suite bathroom and private balcony. ... More About: Relax , The V
Pamper yourself at the Champa Spa
2007-04-04 10:16:00 While visiting Vientiane, why not spoil yourself? Spend a day at the newly opened Cham pa Spa. Just opened in February 2007, the spa provides relaxation and alternative therapies to take you away from the stress of the outside world. The Champ a spa’s traditional Lao herbal massages, aromatherapy treatments, Lao Fusion techniques and ... More About: Yourself , Self , Your
Chill out at the Zuela Guesthouse
2007-04-04 04:16:00 The Zuela Guest house is a charming new addition to the Luang Namtha scene. This new property is comprised of 15 comfortable and clean rooms with private baths. Its simplicity makes it the perfect place from which to enjoy and explore the city. Bikes are available for hire here for those who wish ... More About: House , Chill out , Hill , Chill
Live the ?Akha Experience?
2007-04-03 05:39:00 The Akha Experience is a great tour for adventure seekers. This tour is three-day, two-night trek around the jungles of Muang Sing in Northern Laos, and is operated by the Akha villagers themselves. The proceeds that the villagers make from this trip are used to improve their daily lives, thus making this tour ... More About: Live , Peri , Erie
Siam@Siam Design Hotel and Spa soft-opens in Bangkok
2007-03-30 05:53:00 In December 2006, the chic Siam@Siam Desi gn Hotel and Spa had its soft-opening in Bangkok . Located near Siam Square, this sylishly-designed boutique hotel is just a short walk from the National Stadium Skytrain station. The Siam@Siam is comprised of 203 luxury suites designed by Thailand’s top designers for “young travellers looking for first-rate pleasures in life.” ... More About: Open
Qatar airlines now direct to Ho Chi Minh City
2007-03-29 10:50:00 Qatar Airlines completed its first direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City on 28th March 2007. The airline will fly the route four times weekly on Airbus 300 aircraft. Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker said, ?The growing economy of Vietnam and its ascension into the World Trade Organisation has seen a ... More About: Direct , Qatar , Line
Samed Club opens on Samed Island
2007-03-29 06:03:00 Samed Resorts has just opened the Samed Club Resort, a quiet and comfortable resort situated on Samed Island ’s tranquil Noi Na Beach. Comprised of 30 bungalows and cottages, with sea, garden or mountain views, the Samed Club is decorated tastefully with a minimalist modern flair. There are 10 deluxe cottages, eight deluxe hillside rooms, ... More About: Open , Pens , Land
Visit Myanmar?s Premiere Vineyard
2007-03-27 05:20:00 When people think of Myanmar , wine is probably the last thing that they will think of, but Bert Morsbach hopes to change that. Set among Buddhist monasteries in the Aythaya hills, Morsbach runs Myanmar?s premiere vineyard, Aythaya Wine. Started in 1997, Bert Morsbach?s objective was to create a wine that could compete with the top ... More About: Vineyard , Premiere , Yard , Visi
The Library - a new designer hotel for Samui
2007-03-26 05:59:00 On 2nd January 2007, Samui welcomed a very unique new hotel, The Library . This hotel is for those of us who want something a little different on our travels. Using a modern, minimalist aesthetic, the hotel minimizes its impact on the local environment, while simultaneously providing world-class comfort to its guests. The property is ... More About: Design , Hotel , Desi , Designer
Visit Exotissimo at IMEX
2007-03-23 05:09:00 IMEX, the world’s premiere exhibition for MICE (Meetings, Incentive, Conference and Exhibition) Travel will take place in Frankfurt from 17th April to 19th April. Last year, a record 3,300 hotel groups, destination management companies, airlines and regional tourist offices from over 150 countries attended IMEX, and show organizers expect 2007 to be its busiest ... More About: Visi , Visit
Purimuntra Resort & Spa opens in Pranburi
2007-03-22 07:50:00 The Purimuntra Resort and Spa is a new, beachfront boutique resort on Pranburi, just 30km from Hua Hin. This medium-sized 19-room luxury resort is located on a private beach with a tranquil atmosphere. Each of the 19 rooms command cool ocean breezes and gorgeous views. For your convenience, the hotel has a 100-meter ... More About: Open , Pens , Sort
5-Star Sala Phuket to open in December
2007-03-21 09:15:00 The 5-star Sala Phuket Resort is set to open in December 2007, and it will be a gorgeous new addition to the Phuket scene. Located on Phuket’s northwest shore, it will feature private swimming pools for 63 of its 79 rooms, suites and villas, and its well-appointed rooms will combine traditional Sino-Portugese design with luxurious ... More About: Open , Star
New golf course in North-East Vietnam
2007-03-20 09:15:00 Set against gorgeous mountain scenery, a new golf course opened on 7th January in the provicne of Vinh Phuc, about 75 km from Hanoi. The course’s lakes, running streams and strategic bunkering make it the perfect place for golfers to enjoy a game of golf. The clubhouse’s facilities rival those found at the finest golf ... More About: Vietnam , Golf , East , North , Course
Laos to open ?Cave City? to visitors
2007-03-19 08:36:00 The Laotian government has now opened the five caves of the wartime “cave city” to the public. These caves have been compared to the Cu Chi tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City and the Killing Fields Memorial near Phnom Penh. History buffs interested in South-East Asian history are sure to enjoy experiencing this unique historical ... More About: Open , Visitor , Laos , Visitors
Laos to open ?Cave City? to visitors
2007-03-19 08:36:00 The Laotian government has now opened the five caves of the wartime “cave city” to the public. These caves have been compared to the Cu Chi tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City and the Killing Fields Memorial near Phnom Penh. History buffs interested in South-East Asian history are sure to enjoy experiencing this unique historical ... More About: Open , Visitor , Laos , Visitors
Majestic Hotel awarded 5 stars
More articles from this author:2007-03-19 04:39:00 The legendary Majestic Hotel in Ho Chi Minh City has been awarded 5-star status by the Viet Nam National Administration of Tourism. The Majesic Hotel is the first hotel fully operated by a Vietnamese company to be awarded this status. It was built in 1925, and been witness to almost all of modern Vietnamese ... More About: Stars , War , Star , Award 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |



