HOT Magazine, Issue 2, Volume 10

ISSUE 2 VOLUME 10 FEBRUARY 2022

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Luxury Living & Exclusive Lifestyle

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wise man once said, “When all’s said and done, all roads lead to the same end. So, it’s not so much which road you take as how you take it.”

With that in mind, this month, we bring you what could possibly be the best road trip ever.

Bentley Motors is offering a once-in-a-lifetime driving experience that will take you on a breathtakingly scenic route from the home of Bentley Motors in Crew, England, to the Macallan Estate in Speyside, Scotland where they produce one of the finest single malt Scotch’s in the world.

The Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) is a small Thai registered charity set up in 2005 to help elephants that could not help themselves.

GTAEF strongly believes that all elephants should be wild in an ideal world. Unfortunately, this is not the case, so until that point is reached, GTAEF aims to assist captive elephants, improving their lives and welfare while also taking part in conservation and wild elephant programs to ensure the survival of the wild herd.

A task it initially achieved by rescuing street begging elephants and their handlers (mahouts) and bringing them to live on the 400-acre forest and grassland surrounding the Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Far North Thailand. This sanctuary held up to 40 giants at various times and is currently home to 21 elephants.

The carefully planned driving route covers some of the UK’s most beautiful roads, hidden culinary hotspots and luxury accommodations. You’ll be driving a Bentley through stunning British landscapes, including the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Cairngorms; unforgettable experiences are guaranteed. Dig out your driving gloves and turn to page 32 to experience five unforgettable days, four luxurious nights on one extraordinary Journey.

Our “Let’s Go” this month takes us way up to the northern reaches of Thailand, where we stop in and visit the city of Chang Rai. Chiang Rai’s roots go back to 1262, founded by King Mangrai who made it the capital of his Mangrai Dynasty. Along with portions of Myanmar and Laos, this area is known as the Golden Triangle and was the top Heroin producer until Afghanistan took the number one spot in the early 21st century. Wiggle into your walking shoes and turn to page 40 to see what else this city is notable for and why you should plan a visit.

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While in Chiang Rai, we popped in to get a first-hand look at the great works this foundation is doing. Find your bamboo hat and turn to page 64 to see how you too can help these magnificent pachyderms.

Those are just a few of the stories you’ll find inside this month’s issue.

We hope you enjoy the read.

MANAGING & CREATIVE EDITOR Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT DEEPMIX MEDIA www.deepmixmedia.com PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka facebook.com/sunya.yamaka

Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong Editor, HOT Magazine

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Four Luxurious Nights

Chiang Rai

Anantara Golden Triangle

The Peak Wine and Grill

Asian Elephant Foundation

Home Of The Month

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Samujana Villa, Koh Samui

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Five Unforgettable Days

Let’s Go

Let’s Stay

Let’s Eat, Chiang Rai

The Golden Triangle

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MODEL

Madame Nadear Sasinun

HAIR STYLIST

Khonpond Make Up

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Numaon Suppacha

PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka LOCATION 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

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Madame Nadear Sasinun

HAIR STYLIST

Khonpond Make Up

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PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka LOCATION 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

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Madame Nadear Sasinun

HAIR STYLIST

Khonpond Make Up

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PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka LOCATION 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

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A Conversation With Madame Nadear Sasinun This issue we are pleased to feature Madame Nadear Sasinun.

Nadear was born in the southern Thai province of Pattani. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Princess of Naradhiwas University and is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Management and Development and PhD in the same areas of knowledge from Suan Dusit University. A friendly person, she likes to help others. Nadear believes that we should never stop learning and improving ourselves to keep up with the

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worldwide trends. Most importantly, she says that we should never forget to love ourselves and take care of our health by exercising regularly. It’s how she stays fit, young, and beautiful.

We recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Nadear and are pleased to present our conversation here.

HM: Since 2020, the world has changed due to Covid. What are your thoughts on learning to live with the virus?

NS: Due to the COVID-19 situation, I believe everyone should be more

cautious living their day to day lives.

It’s still essential to follow safety measures; wash hands regularly, put on face masks, avoid crowded areas for your and everyone’s safety. When back home, spray alcohol on your hands and feet and shower immediately to prevent the spread of the virus. I also think it’s important to drink 2 to 3 litres of water and to take vitamins to improve your immune system, such as vitamin C, Beta-glucan, vitamin D, vitamin B complex in the proper amount daily.

HM: After getting your Master’s and PhD, what would you’d like to do?

NS: In the future, if I have a chance, I’d build a hospital specializing in health and beauty. To put it simply, it would be a wellness centre for Thais and foreigners that would focus on how to live a better life. Stay healthy, stay happy.

HM: You’ve recently started a new business producing specialized drinking water. Can you tell us a little more about that?

NS: I was inspired to create my own drinking water brand, Daevana, because I’m a health and beauty lover and understand water’s role in both. I studied the innovation of nano oxygen in drinking water. Apart from hydration which makes our skin look healthy, the small molecules are easily assimilated into our circulatory system and charges our metabolism. It’s an innovation of vitamin water that has minerals our body needs. I believe Daevana Nano Vitamin Water is essential for our daily life.

HM: Final question, what do you believe are the keys to success, and what would you say to women who want to follow a similar path as yours?

NS: Beautiful, Strong, and Healthy would be my keywords of success. I’d encourage modern women to improve, value, and love themselves, as well as work with passion and patience to achieve their ultimate goals. One day you’ll surely be successful. Don’t forget to take care of yourself. Eat well, sleep well, and exercise for your sustainable good health.

HM: Thank you, Khun Nadear

AUTOMOBILE: Bentley Bangkok

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN Thai & Wine Penfolds Wine Dinner Featuring Thai Cuisine Specialities Have you ever wondered if Thai dishes go well with wine? Absolutely – all it takes is quality dishes and skilled pairing with excellent wines.

Jaras Hua Hin presents you with a Penfolds Wine Dinner.

Choose from a 3-course or 5-course set menus which featuring Grilled Thai Wagyu Beef paired with Penfolds Bin 138 and Tom Klong Pla Kapong Hot and Sour soup with Penfolds Bin 51 Riesling Friday, 11 March 2022 (from 5.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.)

3-Course Menu THB 1,888++ per person 5-Course Menu THB 2,888++ per person

Nusa Caña Kings Of The Forest Federico Balzarini | Vesper Bar Friday 25 March 2022 from 6.00 PM Meet celebrity mixologist Federico Balzarini from Bangkok’s Vesper, ranked as one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars, at our stylish CoCco Bar. Join us to experience uniquely crafted cocktails from Federico featuring Nusa Caña Rum THB 320++ per glass THB 800++ for a package of 3 glasses To make a reservation, please call 032-616-999

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN

Dusit Thani Hua Hin Unveils Feast by the Beach Enjoy 3 days of chef collaborations, curated drinks, and music at Feast by the Beach, Hua Hin, arranged in partnership with Appia, 100 Mahaseth, el Willy Kitchen, Tropic City, Soul Wines, Absolut, Havana, Beefeater, and KBA – takes diners on a global culinary adventure on 18 –20 March 2022.

Dusit Thani Hua Hin transforms into a foodie playground for this three-day pop-up event featuring DJs, wellness activities, live entertainment, special room rates, and globe-trotting drinks and dishes specially prepared by some of Thailand’s most celebrated chefs and mixologists.

Friday 18 March: Paddleboarding at the Lagoon with DJ beats, cocktails, and nibbles, followed by an al fresco Italian Feast at San Marco by Chef Paolo of Appia, accompanied by pairings from Soul Wines and creative cocktails by Tropic City. Complete the night with DJ SEBA. Saturday 19 March: All-day poolside cocktails by talented mixologist Nontawat, starring gin, rum and vodka; an Italian Lunch Feast with Chef Paolo; and a Thai-Meets-Chilean Dinner by Chef Chalee of 100 Mahaseth and

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Dusit’s Chilean Chef Andre at Dusit Thani Hua Hin’s brand-new beachfront dining experience, Nómada. Expect locally sourced ingredients, traditional techniques, and open flame cooking.

A live band and DJ will add to the fun. Seafood fans can head to The Restaurant for a Tastes of The Sea Buffet

by Chef Jinda, with wine pairing by Soul Wines and music by the resort’s resident DJs. Sunday 20 March: Crystal singing bowl therapy, followed by a sexy Spanish-Style Brunch by Chef Willy of el Willy Kitchen at Nómada, and poolside cocktails. Soundtracked by live bands and DJs, the three-day event also includes creative sustainability workshops; Kids Camp games; and rejuvenating wellness activities such as paddleboarding, kitesurfing by KBA, aqua aerobics, and beachside acroyoga.

Feasts range in price from THB 1,250++ to THB 1,950++ per person.

Exclusive Stay Package Guests who book to stay in a Club Room or Club Suite will enjoy a pop-up dinner of their choice at Feast by the Beach (for two persons – minimum value of THB

3,000 – subject to availability), 15% discount on dining throughout their stay, a selection of wellness and watersports activities, and Club benefits such as daily breakfast, all-day tea and coffee, complimentary snacks, evening cocktails, and late check-out at 4pm.

Rates start at just THB 9,000 net per night (THB 8,100 net for Dusit Gold members).

Guests can also save more by booking under the government’s Rao Tiew Duay Kan (We Travel Together) campaign. Offer applies to direct bookings made via Tel: 032 520 009.

For THB 1,000 net, outside guests can enjoy access to all hotel facilities, workshops and activities, plus special discounts on food.

For more information, please contact 032 520 009 or send a direct message via Facebook.

HOT AROUND BANGKOK

Family Staycation at Sukhumvit Park, Bangkok - Marriott Executive Apartments Bring on the summer with an unforgettable vacation at Sukhumvit Park, Bangkok - Marriott Executive Apartments and bring your family to enjoy an abundance of benefits. Stay in their spacious suite with a fully equipped kitchen, modern facilities and room decorations to make your stay feel more like at home. Pamper your kids at their Kids Club, playground and

swimming pool. Your kids will enjoy breakfast, and FREE ice cream at their Bistro M. This offer can be applied with special privileges from the “We Travel Together” campaign. Book and Stay period: 21 February - 30 April 2022 • Studio Room, starting from 2,676 Baht (after We Travel Together discount)

• One Bedroom Family Suite, starting from 2,994 Baht (after We Travel Together discount) • Receive Marriott Bonvoy 1,000 points per stay For more information or to make reservations, please call (+66)(2) 302 5555 or email measukhumvitpark@ marriott.com

Enjoy French Delicacies Preserved To Perfection For More Than A Decade At Café Claire Experience a culinary journey full of taste and luxury at Café Claire.

Located within Bangkok’s Oriental Residence on Wireless Rd., Café Claire offers French bistro-style dining that captivates with its ambience and passion-filled dishes.

An ‘Executive Lunch Set’ is offered daily at THB 599 per person for their 4-course set menu.

A relaxed yet sophisticated vibe set in the heart of Bangkok’s business district makes Café Claire the perfect place to take a break from work and the central office crowd.

For reservations and booking information, +66 (0)2 125 9000 or Cafeclaire@oriental-residence.com.

The Executive Lunch Set is available every day from 11.30 am to 2.00 pm and is THB 599 (service charge included), 4-course set menu with tea or coffee.

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Love Is In The Air As Avec Amour Tantalise The Senses At Le Méridien Bangkok Savour the season of romance and the glamour of travel (avec amour) - the French expression for “with love” – in a variety of tender-hearted ways as Le Méridien Bangkok joins Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts’ Seasonal Brand Program (avec amour) by Le Méridien, throughout February – March 2022.

Experience love with the sweet staycation while indulging your day with an afternoon tea + massage for two with an (avec amour) in the chic embrace of Latitude13 and SPA by Le Méridien.

Package starts from THB2,650++ per night For more information, please contact 02 232 8888 or service.lmbkk@ lemeridien.com

Book and stay from 01 February – 31 May 2022

The Michelin Guide now includes Kintsugi Bangkok by Jeff Ramsey Join Japanese American celebrity chef Jeff Ramsey as he explores daring new directions at this stylish Bangkok restaurant. Chef Ramsey uses “kintsugi” as a metaphor for his take on Kaiseki cuisine, a traditionally Japanese multicourse dinner with highly skilled techniques a necessity. Each course is connected with the culture to craft the artful and modern Kaiseki, which is

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truly a philosophy of the concept... for Kintsugi translates to ‘connected with gold’.

Available in ITO 10-course Kaiseki THB 3,700 and KIN 12-course Kaiseki THB 4,300 Located inside the Athenee Hotel, Kintsugi Bangkok by Jeff Ramsey opens daily from 05.30 P.M. – 10.00 P.M.

Price is subject to 10% service charge and applicable government tax.

Reserve online www.athenee.co/ kintsugi

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Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok is now SHA Extra Plus Enjoy a fast-track drive-through RTPCR test on arrival with results in three hours as well as staying in Kempinski’s oversized 66 sqm Grand Deluxe room plus other benefits.

Visitors to Thailand can begin their journey in the Land of Smiles in Sindhorn Kempinski elegance and style with two special SHA Plus pro-

motions, which feature transfers and RT-PCR test arrangements as well as stays in their Premier Residence suites.

Elegantly appointed with comfort always in mind and fully equipped with all the amenities including a complete kitchenette and dining area, guests can make themselves at home as they settle in for their Bangkok stay.

Fully vaccinated travellers arriving from countries exempted from quarantine can choose their 1-night or 5-night Test & Go packages.

For more information or to make a reservation, contact +66(2)0959999 or email reservation.sindhorn@ kempinski.com.

Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers Welcomes All Travelers Back To Bangkok With Highest Level Of Health Care Experience a real vacation by the river at Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, especially during your quarantine period.

Enjoy a relaxing stay in a Deluxe Riverview Room offering stunning views of the Chao Phraya River and guaranteeing the highest level of healthcare.

Day-1 Package includes; Accommodation in Deluxe Riverview Room,Private limousine transfer from Airport to Hospital to Hotel & Drivethru RT-PCR test.

5 Days Package includes; Accommodation in Deluxe Riverview Room,Drive-thru RT-PCR test on Day1 and Day-5, Private limousine transfer

from Hotel to Hospital to Hotel on Day-1 and round trip transfer from Hotel to Hospital on Day-5 For more information or to make a reservation, please call Tel: 02 266 0123, e-mail: events.rosh@sheraton.com, Line: @RoyalOchidSheraton,

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Zuma Introduces Bangkok’s Longest Sunday Brunch Zuma, Bangkok’s favourite contemporary Japanese izakaya restaurant, serves up the longest free-flow Sunday brunch in town from 11am to 3pm, including a scrumptious array of sharing dishes for the table with your choice of beverage package.

The Signature package is priced at THB 2,180 per person for food and soft drinks, with an unlimited seasonal selection of salads, hot and cold starters, tempura, meat and poultry, sashimi, nigiri and maki available from the counter. Guests have a choice of one main course that includes teriyaki

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salmon with sliced pickled cucumber, spiced lamb cutlets with hatcho miso, grilled hamachi kama with lemon and sea salt, spicy beef tenderloin with sesame and chilli, and chef’s selection of sashimi over sushi rice. Additional premium items are miso marinated black cod wrapped in hoba leaf (THB 650), roasted lobster with garlic (THB 650), and premium Japanese Wagyu Saga sirloin A4 grade (THB 1,000).

The Deluxe package is priced at THB 3,180 per person and has the addition of free flow Bottega Prosecco, wine and beer, while the Premium package

at THB 4,180 adds Bollinger Special Cuvee Champagne, sake, wine, and beer. Seasonal cold sake, wine, beer, and Zuma iced tea are also available.

Zuma The St. Regis Bangkok 159 Ratchadamri Road, 02 252 4707 reservations@zumarestaurant.co.th www.zumarestaurant.com

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137 Pillars House Palette Restaurant Celebrates MICHELIN Guide Recognition 137 Pillars House is the awardwinning boutique hotel in Chiang Mai with a rich colonial past.

In late 2019, the Tourism Authority of Thailand partnered with the MICHELIN Guide to showcase the best of the kingdom’s culinary offerings which ranged from casual street food to fine dining creations by local and foreign celebrity chefs.

The highly respected MICHELIN Guides are known globally for their discerning taste and commitment to their founding mission to foster a cul-

ture of travel and dining.

137 Pillars House Palette Restaurant was honoured to be selected for inclusion in the top 50 in Chiang Mai to be recommended in the Guide in year 2020, 2021 and again this year 2022, and has launched an elegant 6 course tasting menu to celebrate the recognition and showcase its culinary offerings for diners, created and prepared under the direction of Executive Chef K. Mam and her culinary team.

USD 45) per person for food only or Baht 1,770 (approx. USD 55) per person includes a glass of wine (see below).

The Chef’s Tasting Menu is available in Palette daily for lunch (from 12 noon-2.30 pm) and dinner (6.00-9.30 pm) For reservations contact: +66 53 247 788 137cnxfb@137pillarshouse.com

Palette’s 6-course Chef’s Tasting menu is priced at Baht 1,370 (approx

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Thai Country Homes Launches 2 New Exciting Developments.

Hua Hin’s prestigious developer has just launched The Smart Hamlet and Phase 2 of their top end ECO development Baan Phu Thara.

THE SMART HAMLET Fitness room Security 24 hrs with CCTV Water meter from PWA Pranburi Underground electricity system Common fee 10 Bath per sqm / month

PRICES START FROM 3.8M BAHT

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Phase 2 Now Open!

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Please contact Grahame Beecham

thaicountryhomes@gmail.com +66 (0) 871 089 582

www.thaicountryhomes.com

HOT AROUND PHUKET

Takieng Restaurant Teams Up With Blue Elephant To Promote Phuket’s Heritage Recipe The multi-award-winning Takieng Thai restaurant at Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa has teamed up with well-known Thai Culinary Ambassador Blue Elephant to serve you the ultimate Thai dining experience with a Phuketian heritage recipe.

Blue Elephant chose an ancient Peranakan recipe, known as Tumee curry as the key ingredient for Takieng to create a special menu in its own style based on the signature Tumee flavour.

In addition to the 100% natural Thai

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ingredients, Blue Elephant’s Tumee curry paste also includes 3 superfoods – Thai black garlic, fenugreek seeds, and garcinia for extra goodness.

Chef Jakub Mares and Chef Seng Thananan Kitprayool, the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef at Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa, have come up with 7 creative dishes that showcase an assortment of local ingredients such as Mai Khao Sand Crab, Pak Lin Harn, and Sea Grapes using a variety of cooking techniques with eye-

catching modern presentations while highlighting the original Tumee flavor as the star of each dish.

Takieng restaurant is open daily from 17.30 - 22.30hrs. For more information and reservation, please Tel. 076 363 999 or email phuketdining@ renaissancehotels.com Learn more about Blue Elephant at www.blueelephant.com

HOT AROUND PHUKET Tune Out In Paradise And Let The Sea Breeze Put Your Mind At Ease At Ozo Phuket Work & Play Package » 3 nights: from 1,700 THB per night » 5 nights: from 1,600 THB per night » 7 nights: from 1,500 THB per night

Inclusions: » 20% off dining (excludes room service and alcohol) » Access to TALK meeting room (one time 2-hour session per stay, subject to availability, please reserve one day in advance) » 1 set of Tao Sor Phuket snack and coffee (per room, per stay) Book now on LineMyShop or email us at reservations.phuket@ozohotels.com OZO Phuket +66 7656 3600 99 Kata Road, Karon, Phuket

Takieng Restaurant Teams Up With Blue Elephant To Promote Phuket’s Heritage Recipe Vesper, the Bangkok Cocktail Bar voted one of Asia’s top 50 in 2020 & 2021, is bringing their top bartender Federico to the Phuket InterContinental’s Pine Beach Bar. Enjoy bespoke cocktails on Saturday 26 March from 17:00 to 20:00 and Sunday 27 March for the Pine’s Sunday Brunch from 12:00 to 15:00.

On Sunday, partake in free-flow local beer, wine and bubbles plus select Aperitivo and Amaro Montenegro cocktails. Book by 24 March and enjoy an early bird discounted rate.

For more information or to book your table, call +66 (0)76 629 999 or email icphuket.dining@ihg.com

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Green Fee ฿ 2,900 (January - March)

Tel: 032 618 666 Email: proshop@bmghuahin.com www.blackmountainhuahin.com

L et’s Meet,

Michael S. Howard

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Please tell us about yourself?

I am Managing Director of Rasa Hospitality Group. A Thailand based private hospitality management company. We have been in operation since 2013 and currently have a portfolio of five properties in Thailand. Additionally, I serve as Senior Vice President of Resorts for Rasa Group and Director of Rasa Group.

My hospitality career started in the United States as I was working through my education. I had a vision of being a lawyer. Still, opportunities presented, and I achieved my first Hotel General Manager role at age 30. In 2003, looking to take a break, I planned to take a sabbatical in Hong Kong but found myself in Koh Samui instead. This was the start of my Thailand adventure. The Land of Smiles has been home ever since.

What’s the Rasa Hospitality Story?

A long term player in residential development, Rasa Group, built and currently operates high rise towers in Bangkok, Rasa Tower & Rasa Two. The group also owns Anantara Rasananda on Koh Phangan. We own and operate the Buri Rasa Village Resorts on Koh Samui and Koh Phangan plus Pai Village in northern Thailand’s Mae Hong Son region.

In addition to overseeing the above hospitality assets, the hospitality division was the lead conceptual developer and provided complete turnkey third-party management for the luxury Ryokan, Onsen @ Moncham in Chiang Mai’s Mae Rim district. All properties are award-winning both regionally and globally, having taken home numerous World’s Best Travel Awards and other accolades.

International guests were a significant part of our market mix pre-pandemic, though, in 2019, we took swift action to switch to a domestic base and are glad we did as we not only survived, we excelled. Like many hospitality organisations, we are working to stay abreast of our daily operations during these ongoing challenges. We are also looking beyond. In fact, the Group has earmarked THB 1 Billion for regional expansion within 2023.

Where do you see opportunities?

Thailand remains a challenging market while protocol for international arrivals and uncertainty remain. However, we are open to acquisitions for the right opportunities or management agreements for interesting boutique properties that fit our Rasa Collection or our Buri Rasa Brand.

With that said, we are pursuing our longstanding passion and love for Vietnam, seeking unique opportunities for hospitality investments in key destinations such as Phu Quoc, Danang, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. With funding available and goals clear, we are beginning our journey toward the future. Along the way, we would also welcome any joint-venture partners whose vision align with ours.

Phu Quoc seems to be tourism flavour of the month. What is the attraction?

Positioned just off the coast of Cambodia, it’s Vietnam’s largest island and the biggest in the Gulf of Thailand. It has a special economic zone status and its own international airport. What that means is easy access onto the island.

The government has also provided it with a visa-free status for international arrivals, so visitors do not need to apply for a Vietnam Tourist Visa before travel. They simply receive a visa on arrival, as long as they are not travelling to other parts of the country pre or post-Phu Quoc.

Most of Phu Quoc district’s 28 islands are uninhabited, while some are identified for development as private resorts. Phu Quoc Island, where most of the tourism action takes place, spans 574 square kilometres, with around 50 percent of the island as a national park within the Kien Giang Biosphere Reserve. This fosters the conservation of its tropical rainforests featuring waterfalls, coral reefs, wetlands and other parts of the surrounding natural landscape, as part of UNESCO’s MAB (Man and the Biosphere) programme.

Add to that the beaches, with Phu Quoc Island home to around 20 unspoilt beaches and the district boasting 150 kilometres of coast with velvety soft sand. We foresee Phu Quoc will be one of South East Asia’s leading island destinations over the next few years.

Rasa Hospitality has weathered the COVID storm. What’s your view of the future?

We live our message of positivity and hope while challenging the status quo.

We are starting to see signs of progression out of the darkness, and I believe that will continue. I predict South East Asia, particularly Thailand, will be the strongest rebounding tourism market in the next couple of years. We are working hard to ensure Rasa Group and our partners are positioned to be a vital part of that.

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Five Unforgettable Days Four Luxurious Nights One Extraordinary Journey

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ossibly the best road trip ever!

Bentley Motors is offering a once-in-a-lifetime driving experience that will take you on a breathtakingly scenic route from the home of Bentley Motors in Crew, England, to the Macallan Estate in Speyside, Scotland.

Driving a Bentley, you’ll encounter stunning British landscapes, including the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Cairngorms.

Arriving in Cheshire on Day 1, the Bentley event team will greet you at the brand’s flagship CW1 House showroom in Crewe, where you’ll enjoy a private lunch before your trip to the factory. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to go behind the scenes to meet colleagues, experience exactly how their beautiful cars are built and learn about new innovations.

Later, you will attend an intimate dinner within the factory itself, an excellent way to become acquainted with your fellow travellers ahead of your upcoming journey.

After a leisurely private breakfast, you’ll collect your Bentley and start driving in convoy into the Peak District National Park, characterised by its outstanding natural scenery.

Passing idyllic chocolate-box villages and world-famous market towns, you’ll stop for mouthwatering refreshments and breathtaking views at the historic manor house of Fischer’s Baslow Hall before heading north into the “Dark Peak” region.

Lunch will be served at the elegant Michelin-starred restaurant Northcote.

Here, chef Lisa Goodwin Allen champions the finest produce, and honouring

the ingredients is her passion which will be shared with you in an inspiring private tour.

The Yorkshire Dales, an outstanding landscape of spectacular peaks, is renowned for initiatives to make it a more sustainable place to live, work and visit. Set on 200 acres of this beautiful English countryside is the exquisite Middleton Lodge, your home for the evening and the setting for an incredible dinner created lovingly with home-grown and locally sourced seasonal produce.

Choose to balance the mind, body and soul by starting day 3 with a private guided yoga practice in the natural setting of Middleton Lodge. This session will focus on practising self-care and self-study, allowing you to learn more about yourself and others.

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After breakfast, your convoy continues into the North Pennines and the Northumberland National Park. Endless horizons and some genuinely fantastic driving roads will serve to make you feel on top of the world. Highlights will include the Roman frontier of Hadrian’s Wall and a locally-sourced lunch in an Edwardian manor nestled in the Tweed Valley, you are now truly in the Scottish Borders.

As you head north, you’ll experience rolling hills and picturesque countryside to spellbinding abbeys, awe-inspiring stately homes and castles, and the time-honoured and truly unique Common Ridings.

This night’s experience will be exceptional as you arrive at The Treehouses of Lanrick, a hidden gem offering true escapism in a stunning and secluded woodland setting bordering the Trossachs National Park.

It’s a setting that allows you to find peace and tranquillity as you stay within the canopies of beautiful trees and the wide variety of birds, red squirrels and other wildlife to which they are home. This truly-green accommodation does not compromise

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on luxury and, along with the rest of the evening programme – only continues to highlight how unique an experience it truly is. As night falls, you will gather to meet one of the UK’s most famous chefs who will prepare and serve your very own al fresco dinner with local, seasonal produce. “An Audience With Tony Singh” will include the chef’s tips for more sustainable cooking, but it doesn’t stop there: Scotland is a prime destination for stargazing and, on a clear night, with the right conditions, you may even see the Northern Lights. So, who better to guide you through the experience than Scotland’s Astronomer Royal who will offer her perspective on our place in the universe right here, in the middle of nowhere.

Bidding a reluctant farewell to the Treehouses on day 4, you’ll drive northeast towards Great Britain’s largest National Park and your final goal, The Cairngorms. Here you’ll pause for refreshments during your spectacular traverse of this stunning wilderness at the peerless Fife Arms in Braemar.

The restoration of this 200-year-old Scottish lodge celebrates the many talented craftspeople and artisans in the region, a clear example of how recycling and upcycling is good for not only the environment but the economy. However, the Fife Arms is truly renowned for its art: the lodge contains over 16,000 antiques, artworks and curios, including several site-specific works by celebrated contemporary artists.

A private guided tour will allow you to enjoy pieces from artists as diverse as Pablo Picasso, Lucian Freud and Bruegel to watercolours by HM Queen Victoria and HRH Prince Charles.

Then it’s time to enjoy one of the best driving routes in the UK, culminating in the arrival at The Macallan’s Distillery located in the heart of Speyside, Scotland. Here, you will enjoy an immersive experience that will bring The Macallan and Bentley Motors’ unique global partnership to life.

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Enjoy a bespoke lunch and a private distillery tour followed by a tutored nosing and tasting where you will learn about the process, production, people and passion that make every bottle of The Macallan single malt whisky so unique. This night, you will stay at the recently restored Rothes Glen and return to The Macallan Estate for a private, specially curated gastronomic dining experience, celebrating the shared values at the heart of the Bentley Macallan partnership. A great way to celebrate the end of your journey and the friendships made.

Over a final breakfast on day 5, you’ll have time to reflect on all that you have experienced, in the company of like-minded people, having created memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Chauffeured transfers to Aberdeen International Airport can be arranged, or their team can help you book scheduled flights or charter a private jet.

This extraordinary journey is available from the 7th to 11th June, 15th to 19th August, 31st October to 4th November, and 21st to 25th November 2022. For pricing and further information, contact the Bentley event team at extraordinaryjourneyuk@ bentleyeventsteam.com

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ight hundred sixty kilometres north of Bangkok, you’ll find Thailand’s northernmost major city, Chiang Rai. With approximately 560,000 people and growing, this city should certainly land high on your holiday destination list.

Chiang Rai’s roots go back to 1262 when it was founded by King Mangrai, who made it the capital of his Mangrai Dynasty. However, Chiang Rai’s future wasn’t always bright as Burma conquered it and it remained under

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Burmese rule for several hundred years.

In 1786 Chiang Rai became a Chiang Mai vassal. Siam, as the country was known before its name change to Thailand, annexed Chiang Mai in 1899, and Chiang Rai was proclaimed a province of Thailand in 1933.

One of the more famous stories about Chiang Rai took place in 1432, during the reign of King Sam Fang Kaen of the Mangrai Dynasty (1402–1441). The Phra Kaeo, or Emerald Buddha, a most

revered Buddha statue, was discovered in Chiang Rai when an earthquake split the chedi at Wat Phra Kaeo. The beautiful jade figure was then seen concealed within. Another telling of the tale has the “Emerald Buddha” hastily covered in mud just before marauders entered to pillage. Many years later, the clunky-looking mud Buddha was found actually to house a magnificent jade statue. Perhaps by way of the earthquake mentioned above—a piece of the clay Buddha broke off—revealing the jade beneath.

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As with all cities in Thailand, Temples (Wat’s) play an essential role, and a few should definitely be visited. Wat Rong Khun could be the city’s icon. Designed and built by Ajarn Chalermchai Kositpipat, the temple stands out from all the others with its exquisite white architecture.

Another temple worth visiting is Wat Huai Pla Kang, which was first established as a pastoral residence.

In 2005, a monk named Phra Achan Phop ChokThitsawangso arrived at

the temple for Dharma practice. At the time, the temple looked much different than it does today. It’s popularity grew when people started to believe that Phra Achan Phop Chok could foretell the future. Over time, many Thais came to see him and found his fortunetelling to come true. Because of this special ability, he became well-known across the country. Today, the temple’s stupa houses the statue of a carved wood Guan Yin (goddess of compassion) on the first floor. In addition, each floor has a designated Buddha image.

Another well-known monk is Phra Maha Wutthichai Wachira Methi. He is a writer, preacher and social thinker. In 2009 he opened his Rai Chuen Tawan Meditation Centre which has become internationally famous. The meditation centre covers an area of more than 170 rai and sits adjacent to paddy fields on the north, with the Huai Sak Reservoir to the south and east. Ideal for those perfect selfies.

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When you think of Thailand, “cold mist” isn’t probably top of mind. For that reason, it’s worth getting up with the chickens to view the sunrise over the Mekong and take in the sea of mist at Doi Pha Tang. It’s a bit of a drive, at 160 kilometres from Chiang Rai’s town centre, but it offers some jaw-dropping scenery. There aren’t many Westerners, or visitors for that matter, who come here. Because of that, this attraction has maintained its pristine natural beauty.

It’s quiet and serene throughout the year, plus you get to see some of the best views in all of Thailand.

You’ve more than likely heard of the “Golden Triangle.” The name Golden Triangle was actually coined by America’s Central Intelligence Agency and refers to the approximately 950,000 square kilometres that overlap the mountains of the three adjacent countries. It is the area where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers. Chiang Rai is the Thai part of the triangle, and it is a popular tour.

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Most of the world’s heroin came from the Golden Triangle until the early 21st century, when Afghanistan became the world’s largest producer. Opium production in Myanmar was the world’s second-largest source; however, it has been declining year on year since 2015.

Route 1 in Bangkok will take you all the way to Chiang Rai. It runs from Bangkok through Chiang Rai to Mae Sai on the Burma border. By car or bus, you are looking at about 14 hours. According to official bus schedules, the bus ride to Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai takes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. All of these times should take into account the rainy season, which lasts from about June to late October. The rains can severely inhibit travel, with road sections often completely flooded and even washed out.

Several flights are available to and from Bangkok daily. Major operators include Thai Airways, Air Asia, and Nok Air. Mae Fah Luang International Airport flight time is about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

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Doi Pha Tang

There is a scheduled boat service between Chiang Rai and Thaton in Chiang Mai Province daily. This journey will last about 3–4 hours and is a pleasant alternative to the bus ride through the mountains.

Of course, due to Covid, you will want to check with all carriers to confirm their current schedules.

While Thailand’s second-largest city, Chiang Mai, gets much more press, journeying a little further north to Chiang Rai is definitely worth the effort, and you will be rewarded accordingly.

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L et’s Stay,

Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort

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urning from the main road into Anantara’s Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort feels like we are entering some grand estate. The drive curves beside manicured lawn, with splashes of colour from tidy tropical gardens and clumps of ancient bamboo leading up to the grand walled resort entrance.

Liveried staff are quick to welcome.

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Army green safari jeeps and two gleaming classic Royal Enfield motorbikes with sidecars are ready for guest outings. Elephant motifs, busts and statues are part of the entrance court’s décor. Everything our eyes set upon suggests this is not the typical hotel arrival.

The Bellperson rhythmically starts a drum beat and not a cursory cer-

emonial tap; he launches into a steady, upbeat musical announcement of our arrival. We learn later that this performance is called Klong Sabad Chai and is traditional Lanna art played to wish welcome and good fortune.

Entering the main lobby, recycledteak floors waxed to a warm glow offer a welcoming invite. The 12 meters tall angled ceiling gives the sense of enter-

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ing some grand Lanna palace or venerable Thai temple. A majestic wooden candleholder resting on the backs of three carved elephants dominates. So the scene is set for our time at Anantara’s Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort.

We are less than a kilometre from the Myanmar and Laos borders in Thailand’s most northern province,

with the Ruak and mighty Mekong Rivers denoting the boundaries. The resort’s position atop a ridge provides the ideal outlook to the rivers and verdant lowlands. These river grasslands and the 20 or so rescued elephants that occupy this space separate us from the neighbouring countries. The city of Chiang Rai and its airport is just 71 km south.

All sixty-one guest rooms and suites enjoy aspects of those three-country views, all with comfortable balconies to drink in the vistas at your leisure.

Lustrous teak floors and rich Thai silk accents add extra deluxe touches to the spacious guest rooms. All the modcons are present from a flat-screen TV, espresso coffee machine, and Bluetooth speaker for maximum comfort.

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The Three Country Suites enjoy 64 sqm of space with two inviting day beds on the double balcony. In the bathroom, the terrazzo soaking tub could easily fit two and comes complete with a choice of three Anantara Spa bath salts. A soap menu provides handmade soaps with four natural fragrances. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning though the ceiling fans and insect screens mean it’s easy to enjoy the cooler fresh northern air.

For something especially unforgettable, guests can spend a night observing Thailand’s majestic elephants in their natural habitat from the comfort of their own transparent Jungle Bubble. Perched on a raised wooden deck in the forest, your luxurious bubble offers uninterrupted views of the Elephant Camp’s gentle giants, as well as the stunning starlit sky above.

The overnight stay comes complete with a candlelit picnic dinner and all the in-room luxuries, from a king bed and seating area under a transparent roof to a nontransparent en-suite bathroom. Additional touches include bathrobes and slippers, exquisitely soft bed linen and luxury bathroom amenities, 24-hour inroom dining service and tea and coffee making facilities.

Family or friends travelling together will find the expansive Jungle Bubble Lodge the ideal option. With two bedrooms, a separate communal living space, and a generous outdoor deck with a plunge pool and alfresco lounge area. This luxurious lodge will elevate your night in nature to a whole new level.

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Anantara Spa is a haven for pampering and relaxation. Enter the threestorey open-air pavilion overlooking three countries, lemongrass scent in the air, and ascend to the reception area to check in for your treatments. The spa menu draws on centuries of northern wellness traditions and indigenous and medicinal ingredients. The teak and terrazzo treatment suites offer sanctuary. Two with shower, herbal steam room, and outdoor terrace with sunken terrazzo tub. Two deluxe treatment rooms have an alfresco massage balcony, or choose the Spa by Nature massage pavilion set in the rice paddies. All-inclusive Spa Discovery Packages allow you to mix and match depending on your particular requirements.

Sala Mae Nam’s magnificent doublestorey pavilion situated below the lobby is your setting for morning break-

fasts, which in the cooler months could include misty valley views. Lunch and dinner feature northern Thai cuisine, street food favourites from across the kingdom, and fresh, organic ingredients from local Royal Projects. An Italian menu is currently on offer while the resort’s Tuscan inspired Baan Dhalia is receiving some refreshment.

Overlooking the expansive resort infinity pool, Elephant Bar offers refreshing drinks, Lanna-inspired cocktails, and local craft beers. Allday dining options including bistro fare, Italian dishes from Baan Dhalia and Thai favourites from Sala Mae Nam are also available. Check out the Happy Hour specials, or drop in for after-dinner drinks – perhaps around the roaring fireplace during the winter months.

Elephant Bar also offers one of the world’s rarest coffees, Black Ivory

Coffee. It is produced from Arabica coffee beans consumed by the resort’s elephants and collected from their waste. The taste of Black Ivory Coffee is influenced by elephants’ digestive enzymes, which breaks down the coffee’s protein. Black Ivory Coffee could be the most distinctive and exclusive cup you will ever have tried. Proceeds from sales of the coffee support The Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation.

Anantara Golden Triangle is an aspirational venue for weddings, events and business meetings. The Rim Khong room can host 24 delegates, and the Mae Khong room a grand event for 144 people, accompanied by an outdoor terrace with a capacity for 150. The Golden Triangle’s enchanting landscapes and rich local culture provide much inspiration for fairytale weddings.

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To make the most of your stay, Discovery Experience packages that combine luxury accommodation with excellent all-inclusive benefits like full-board dining, airport transfers and more could be the ideal way to capitalise on the resort’s unique facilities and destination. In the Discovery Experience, guests choose one activity from four categories for each night stayed, and the highly acclaimed Elephant Camp offers the most popular adventures.

The Mahout Experience immerses you in the life of a mahout and the strong bond they share with their beloved elephant, from learning Thai commands and riding on their gentle giant’s neck through natural jungle habitat to river bath time antics. The Elephant Learning Experience is differentiated by fascinating elephant biology and scientific research presen-

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tation and observation of social interaction with the insightful guidance of an elephant expert. In Walking with Giants, guests join the elephants’ freeroaming stroll with the mahouts and the resident vet or biologist and enjoy the splashing fun of shower time.

Anantara’s Spice Spoons Thai cooking school is another all-inclusive activity option. Richly interactive, the experience begins in the former Lanna Kingdom capital of nearby Chiang Saen with a chef guided market tour and coffee with the locals, followed by a temple offering and breakfast picnic in the temple grounds. Back at the resort, students tour the herb garden before donning aprons for the step by step cooking class, learning how to rec-

reate Thai cuisine’s unique four flavour balance with a master chef.

Or perhaps, all-inclusive Golden Triangle Private Excursions exploring the unique character and traditions of Thailand and Myanmar, with the option of adding a Laos experience.

The cultural trip incorporates market, temple and ancient Lanna experiences, tuk-tuk and longtail boat, with an experienced guide providing language assistance and regaling insightful facts and stories.

It’s easy to understand why Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp and Resort is consistently voted one of South East Asia’s Best Resorts.

Its northern jungle location, unique on-

site activities, and all-inclusive Discovery Experience packages make for the best possible Thailand escape.

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The Peak Wine and Grill, The Riverie, Chiang Rai

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hiang Rai is Thailand’s northernmost region and is often overshadowed by the more internationally recognised neighbouring region of Chiang Mai. Chiang Rai is a developing city, with many people worldwide introduced to it due to that Cave Rescue, which had the world watching with bated breath for 18 days mid-2018.

As the primary gateway to the Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai is also growing as a tourism hub thanks to its towering mountains and lush forests,

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rich Hill Tribe heritage and burgeoning community-based tourism. The regions pre-eminence as Thailand’s major coffee and tea-producing region with organic farming a key component is also an attractor. Further tourism infrastructure is also developing with this growing visitor interest.

the Dusit Group, the recently renovated and upgraded 271 room property is located on an island in the middle of the Kok River, just minutes from central Chiang Rai. The Katathani team has created a contemporary five-star hotel to satisfy the most selective of travellers.

When talking infrastructure, one of Chiang Rai’s leading five-star hotels must be The Riverie by Katathani, nestled in its tropical oasis with mature trees and expansive gardens encircled by the River Kok. Initially operated by

Captivated by this property, the Let’s Eat team had to experience the hotel’s restaurant offering, with the rooftop Peak Wine and Grill capturing our attention. With expansive district and distant mountain views, it’s worth a

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trip to the 10th floor just for late afternoon drinks and stunning sunsets.

balustrading, light curtains, subtle lighting, and Kok River views.

The polished timber flooring, muted caramel and chocolate tones, and floor-to-ceiling windows providing 180-degree views are the first things that grab as we enter the restaurant.

Stepping past the bar and onto the open deck is when the vista becomes even more captivating. This space has two distinct areas: casual seating for sunset or evening drinks and a separate slightly raised timber deck for alfresco dining, complete with ornate metal

As a promising beginning to our food journey, a breadbasket with housemade focaccia and crusty breadsticks was presented once the professional, alert, and attentive staff had taken our orders.

Chiang Rai River Prawns start our evening with the succulent sweet meat, cooked in a wine cream sauce and accompanied by a tomato and corn salsa, local potato salad and mango fruit gel.

Also local was the Smoked Duck Salad.

Lightly smoked tender duck breast pieces with orange segments, tomatoes and olive with a white grape and mustard dressing, and sunflower seeds for crunch.

Our third starter was Seared Hokkaido Scallops with the lightest sear on the scallops, dressed in a white wine foam and saffron cream, plus sundried tomato and glass potato chip. All beautifully presented and prepared with a skilled and delicate touch.

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Between courses, we were served a passionfruit sorbet as a palate cleanser.

A wonderful surprise and another example of the thought restaurant management have put into the guests dining experience.

Our mains took us from Thailand to the Pacific and down to Argentina. First, well-rendered and cooked pink Grilled Thai Duck Breast was partnered with a rosella sauce, sweet potato and date mousse, sauteed shimeji mushrooms and crispy pistachio crumb. Next, the Pacific for a Pan-seared Salmon Fillet atop a chickpea puree, fresh caper berries, a luscious Hollandaise sauce, and an assortment of lightly cooked vegetables.

Our final main was a 250-gram Argentinian Tenderloin Steak cooked how we asked and impressively presented on its wooden board. A choice of two sauces and three sides, including crispy fried potato wedges, creamy sauteed spinach, and king mushrooms, were all perfect accompaniment for a quality piece of beef. The red wine and pink peppercorn sauces added to the luxury of the dish and fitting partners to an excellent steak.

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Dessert time and what a delectable choice we had. First, a tropical twist on a traditional French dessert with Pineapple Tarte Tatin. A pastry base then light cake topped with the caramelised pineapple ring served with a butterfly pea coloured coconut ice cream.

A generous serve of the classic Crème Brulée shared our dessert table.

Its custard interior—rich in texture, warm and familiar in its vanilla flavour with that crunchy burnt sugary crust, the “Brulée”. The seasonal berries added a fresh counterpoint to creamy lusciousness.

Organic chocolate from northern Thailand always captures our attention. Use that fabulous ingredient to create Lava Cake – warm with a gooey chocolate centre – and you have our hearts. Add homemade vanilla ice cream and mango gel drops, and comfort foodie heaven is beckoning. This Organic Chocolate Lave Cake rounded out our desserts perfectly.

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The Peak’s rooftop bar has to be one of Chiang Rai’s must-visit spots for sundowner or evening drinks and opens at 17:30. Stay on for dinner in Chiang Rai’s highest restaurant savouring the gourmet delights with your companions. Overlooking the river with the city’s twinkling lights, the enchanting and even romantic atmosphere is sure to charm.

The Riverie Resort has three dining outlets – their all-day Blossom Restaurant, China Garden focused on Cantonese Dim Sum and authentic a la carte Chinese, and the rooftop eveningsonly The Peak Wine and Grill. If our experience at The Peak is anything to go by, the other two outlets are also a must-try!

For further information on the hotel and its restaurants, visit www. theriverie.com or call + 66 (0) 53 607999.

The Peak Wine and Grill at The Riverie

by Katathani is a must-visit when next in Chiang Rai.

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he Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF) is a small Thai registered charity set up in 2005 to help elephants that could not help themselves. GTAEF strongly believes that all elephants would be wild in an ideal world. This is unfortunately not the case, so until that point is reached, GTAEF aims to assist captive elephants, improving their lives and welfare while also taking

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part in conservation and wild elephant programs to ensure the survival of the wild herd.

A task it initially achieved by rescuing street begging elephants and their handlers (mahouts) and bringing them to live on the 400-acre forest and grassland surrounding Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Far North Thailand. This sanctuary held up to 40 giants at various times

and is currently home to 21 elephants.

Since 2005, GTAEF has adapted to changing circumstances and adopted three separate pillars: Improving Captive Elephant Welfare, fostering & championing Wild Elephant Protection, and Research and Education on how to better look after them in captivity and protect them in the wild.

Working with the elephants on-site and through well-chosen partners, the

Foundation has been a critical driver in improved welfare for all captive elephants.

Pre-COVID initiatives included hosting and supporting well attended free courses, seminars and workshops for elephant camp managers and mahouts. Topics included Target Training Positive Reinforcement, Environmental Enrichment & Human-Elephant Learning Program, and Elephant

Friendly training techniques. Indeed, the Target Training Positive Reinforcement Workshop program is already into its eleventh year and has reached hundreds of managers and mahouts responsible for thousands of elephants across eight countries.

Thailand has a 4,000-year tradition of keeping and handling captive elephants. The main home villages of these tradition keepers are Surin’s

Ban Ta Klang region. The Foundation recognises that historical norms and animal handling practices will not modernise without active agreement and input of future mahouts and decision-makers. Thus, a forward-looking project was established to help broaden the horizons of the regions youth and future leaders by providing two fulltime English teachers for the province.

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Not only did this project take one of the local village schools from dead last to top one hundred in the province for average English score. Local students have entered provincial English competitions with good success. Unthinkable a decade ago. Emboldened by such achievements, a virtual pairing program with an art school in California has been established.

GTAEF has three ongoing Wild Elephant Conservation projects. The SurvivingTogether project on the outskirts of Thailand’s Khao Yai National Park. This initiative supports Community Conservation Clubs to gently intercept wild elephants when they leave the forest. And through especially learned techniques, push them back before damaging farmers’ crops.

Infrastructure such as watchtowers have also been provided to observe the elephants more safely.

The second project works with New York University’s Hunter College. It supports their Comparative Cognition for Conservation Laboratory studying elephant behaviour to promote Human-Elephant Co-existence. Another Thai National Park is assisting with this research project.

Perhaps GTAEF’s most significant funding initiative is the long-term lease of an 18,000ha wildlife corridor between Botum Sakor & Southern Car-

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damom National Parks in Cambodia.

A glimpse at the neighbouring concessions within the national parks showed unabated logging and commercial cropping, taking away the wildlife’s natural habitat.

This unchallenged degradation of the national parks was sufficient impetus for GTAEF and its partners to secure this natural standing rainforest so it can continue to provide a home to all manner of endangered species. The specifically employed Wildlife Alliance Rangers now help protect this vast wildlife habitat, including an elephant corridor or safe migration route.

Additionally, an eco-tourism initiative, Cardamom Tented Camp, now holds a small corner of this conservation site. The low-impact eco-lodge camp with nine basic but comfortable tents provide guests with an all-

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encompassing nature experience while actively contributing to the existing natural reserves’ research, protection, and conservation efforts. Opened in November 2017, it sees a percentage of its revenues go directly to Wildlife Alliance and its conservation efforts in the park. Any additional profits are reinvested locally.

COVID’s impact on international tourism to Thailand is well documented. This loss of visitors has meant the income to feed Thailand’s 3,800 captive elephants has dried up, leaving many elephants and mahouts to fend for themselves. It has also meant that supporting organisations like GTAEF have lost the source of their traditional funding. Despite this loss, GTAEF has expanded their work to take in and care for three ‘COVID Refugee’ elephants whose supporting camps went bankrupt.

With partners, they also subsidise 13 vets and vet nurses around Thailand to assist the government in providing free, much needed veterinary care to any elephant. Additionally, and inspired by the fact that many elephants have become undernourished, GTAEF now provides supplementary fodder to 33 mother and baby pairs of elephants in the Chiang Mai area. This ensures the baby elephants can continue their physical and mental development.

Realising that COVID driven closures would be with us for a while, Foundation Director John Roberts and his team developed ideas to help people locked down worldwide. They expanded their #VirtualFieldtrip program to give free educational elephant experiences in Thai or English. Some tailored to school curriculum when requested.

John and the team continue to provide almost daily live streams for people around the globe via their Facebook (GTAEF Helping Elephants) & Instagram (@GTAEF_Thailand) channels. They have also created weekly Elephant Professional Lectures from experts on many elephant or conservation-related topics and Elephant Educational live-streams from their own veterinary and research teams.

Despite the pandemic induced challenges the world has faced these last two years, GTAEF has found ways to continue its work and be true to its aims. Those wanting to learn more about the Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation’s work or provide financial support visit can their website www.helpingelephants.org or their social media channels listed above.

If you wish for in-person encounters with GTAEF’s rescued elephants in northern Thailand, consider a stay and tailored elephant experience at Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort.

By Michael Cullen

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Classic Italian styling runs through the Salon, three cabins and additional crew cabin. Yacht benefits from full helm stations on the flybridge and in the spacious salon. This luxury vessel will deliver you to your destination in comfort and style.

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1,750,000 USD

Lagoon 630MY Length 19.2 m

Max Beam 10 m

Draft 1.1 m

Year 2015

Location Thailand

This luxury yacht enjoys more space than many condominiums with four spacious cabins, a large galley with full size appliances, recently recovered upholstery in the salon and a spacious cockpit and flybridge, making entertaining friends a pleasure. This Lagoon 630MY has been immaculately maintained and looks like a new boat.

415,000 EUR

Beneteau Gran Turismo 46 Length 48 ft 7 in

Beam 13 ft 9 in

#6952772 Draft 3 ft 9 in

Year 2018

Location Phuket, Thailand

This Beneteau Gran Turismo 46 is the epitome of Power, Elegance and Style. Boasting twin Volvo Penta IPS 600 2X435HP engines, she perfectly blends performance with economy and guarantees immense pleasure at the helm. This is a popular 2 cabin version, full beam owners cabin with a VIP forward, both impressively appointed. The electric grill on the hydraulic swim platform is a convenient feature.

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Custom Motor Yacht Length 27 m

378,000 USD

Lagoon 421

Max Beam Draft 7m 1.7 m

Year 2010

Location Thailand

Length 12.6 m

Designed for the day charter market. Accommodates 90 guests over 3 decks. If at a marina or pier, she can host 130 guests. Excellent boat for day trips, private charter, or medium sized events.

Max Beam Draft 7m 1.2 m

Year 2010

Exceptional condition. This boat has had many new features, including a new anchor winch, new Garmin Chart plotter, and new cushions. The engine has been regularly serviced and dealer maintained.

1,400,000 USD

Sunreef 58 Length 58 ft

#7394819 Beam 30 ft 6 in

Draft 5 ft 2 in

Year 2015

Location Phuket, Thailand

This 4 cabin catamaran is the perfect yacht to cruise in SE Asian waters.

With her shallow draft, she really is an ‘access all areas’ floating home.

379,000 USD

Formula 45 Yacht Length 13.7 m

Max Beam Draft 1.28 m 1.1 m

Year 2011

Length 29.6M

Beam 6M

#7142826 Year 2008

Location Samui

Built by the master shipwright Bugis in Indonesia, this lovingly restored and refitted this yacht offers classical lines and a luxurious finish. Currently in Thailand, this boat is ready for blue water cruising.

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Expertly equipped for day trips or extended cruising. The forward cockpit glass enclosure with vented center walk-thru door provides complete climate protection, yet maintains a panoramic view.

324,412 USD

Schooner Phinisi 99 Footer

Location Thailand

265,000 USD

Tayana 55 Length 16.76M

#7257951 Beam 4.87 M

Draft 2.2 M

Year 1993

Location Pattaya

Extensive work has just been done on this Tayana 55, including anti fouling, anodes, through hull fittings, bearings, new B&G navigation electronics throughout with new bimini and full cover.

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468,083 USD

Beneteau OC46.1 Length 13.6 m

Max Beam 4.5 m

Draft -

Year 2019

Location Thailand

Virtually new boat at a huge discount. The furling mast, self-tailing jib and all the halyards and sheets brought back to a single winch at each of the helm stations. 3 electric Harken winches and a bow thruster.

Price On Application

Beneteau OC30.1 Length 9.5 m

Max Beam 3m

Draft 1.9 m

Customizable Options

The smallest yacht in BENETEAU’s cruising range boasts trailability, incredible living space for her size and focuses on simplicity, yet she is as stylish and beautiful as ever.

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Situated on a spectacular hillside overlooking a coral cove with private beach access is this modern exquisite pool villa. The residence is perfectly placed to enjoy views of nearby islands to the South and stunning sunsets to the West.

Within the almost 1,000 square meters of magnificent living space you’ll find five large bedrooms and eight bathrooms, two modern fully equipped kitchens, a bar, a private gym, a game room and a dreamy in-villa cinema.

LIVING AREA: 972 M 2 LAND SIZE: 1,607 M 2 BEDROOMS: 5 BATHROOMS: 8

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Outside you’ll find large opulent entertainment areas, an infinity edge swimming pool long enough to swim laps and lush tropical gardens.

This lavish property is part of the Samujana estate, a collections of 27 bespoke and secluded villas with ocean vistas. Since the first villa’s completion in 2004, the 18-acre estate has become one of the leading tropical private villa estates in the world. Each villa has been designed by multi-award winning architect Gary Fell, and boasts open living spaces that embrace the spectacular ocean views.

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The villas come with dedicated villa managers and staff, regular maintenance, 24-hour security and the use of the common areas including a beach bar. Optional services include private chefs, nannies, personal assistants, drivers and business support.

The estate has its own dedicated general manager, John Dopéré, and his team is on hand 24/7 to attend to villa owners and rental guests. “There is a significant shortage of superior-quality residences for sale on the island of Koh Samui,” says Dopéré. “With our exquisite hillside villas commanding some of the best views on Samui, we have a unique offering in terms of both sales and rentals.

The estate is located a mere 10 minutes from the airport and close to the major beaches, restaurants and shopping areas in the north eastern part of the island.

To view the complete picture catalogue of this property, visit www.hothuahinproperty. com, reference number LAZ22474. To arrange a personal tour, call 084 387 5699 or email info@hothuahinproperty.com.

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Hua Hin

Orchid Paradise Homes

ID: LAZ75970

Orchid Palm Homes 6

Reduced from 7,500,000, this well designed and finished 3 bed pool villa on an award winning estate of completed luxury homes is just 10 minutes from Hua Hin. 500 sqm land.

125 sqm Interior

174 sqm Interior

2

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Bath

฿ 5,250,000

The Breeze Condo Hua Hin

3

2

Bed

Bath

ID: LAZ75578 Just a few minutes from the beach is this 5th floor premium unit that offers a front balcony looking towards the sea and an additional side balcony.

Baan Saeng Chan

154 sqm Interior

153 sqm Interior

3

3

Bed

Bath

Palm Villas

฿ 9,900,000

ID: LAZ73498

฿ 6,900,000

ID: AG-A48

Absolute beachfront building, this spacious unit offers sea and mountain views. Surrounded by restaurants, shops & mini-marts and a few steps from the baht bus. Swimming pool, & security.

2

2

Bed

Bath

La Lua Resort & Residence

฿ 10,900,000

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Quality Built 5 bedroom pool villa near Palm Hills Golf Course, 10 minutes from H.H. center. 3 bedrooms’ in the main house with two en-suite bedrooms in separate guest house. 850 sqm Land.

Ten minutes from Hua Hin is this outstanding 4 Bed Pool Villa on a resort development close to the Banyan Golf Course. The House is very well presented with top quality furniture and is well maintained.

365 sqm Interior

336 sqm Interior

5

5

Bed

Bath

฿ 11,950,000

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4

Bed

Bath

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ID: LAZ75977

Brand New, modern, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom pool villa for sale 10 minutes West of Hua Hin center. Modern in design and built to a good standard. 339 sqm land.

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Hua Hin

Crystal View

ID: LAZ74334

Reduced from 13.9M. This large 5 bedroom home in a completed development is close to True Arena, Vana Nava Waterpark, & BluPort with great beaches and two golf courses less than 10 minutes away.

339 sqm Interior

5

4

Bed

Bath

฿ 20,950,000

Baan Ing Phu

ID: LAZ76308

This “like new” spacious and modern pool villa is within one of Hua Hin’s most prestigious and exclusive developments, less than 5 minutes from the Black Mountain Golf Course. 1,285 sqm Land .

450 sqm Interior

4

4

Bed

Bath

฿ 22,900,000

ID: AG-B197

Palm Hills Brand New Large Luxury Golf Course Villa In Hua Hin This luxurious golf course property is Huabrand-new Hin South located within the Palm Hill’s Golf Course Community, approximately 15 minutes north of Reduced from 37,000,000. Upmost luxury 4 bed Hua center. Bali Solddesign fully furnished, the poolHin villacity in modern with every detail home features two modern kitchens, thought through tohigh give end the best quality.

The one and the other under theen-suite covered Villa inside features 3 bedrooms, all with terrace that includes a BBQ grill. The residence

sqm 500 sqm 600 Interior

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5

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Bath

Bath Bed

features 5 bedrooms, inclusive of a en-suite maids quarters that has its own small kitchen.

The large master an oversized bathrooms in the suite mainfeatures house and a separate 1 walk-in closet, steam room the master bedroom guestavilla with owninliving room and bathroom and gorgeous views from kitchen. There are 5 m wide covered the terraces bedroom. bedrooms built-in around theAll central pool, feature the gardens areclosets mature and dressing tables. Other amenities include a

glassed-in wine cellar, a laundry room, &2 ID: LAZ13219 storage rooms.

Outside is a very spacious covered terrace, with tropical planting, the house also has a an oversized 18X6 metre swimming pool,carport, an driveway, electric gates and a double on underground system, a garden, rooftop a land plot of sprinkler 2,500 sqm’s. solar system, covered parking for 2+ cars and an electric gate.

฿฿25,000,000 33,000,000

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Bangkok

Noble Ploenchit

ID: LAZ75949

ID: LAZ76250

This 13th floor riverside unit offers river views and is located near the Icon Siam Mall. Amenities include a swimming pool, gym & sauna.

57 sqm Interior

130 sqm Interior

1

1

Bed

Bath

Sathorn House

฿ 16,000,000

ID: LAZ76279

2

2

Bed

Bath

฿ 16,000,000

The Residences At Sindhorn Kempinski

ID: LAZ00444

On the 34th floor, this pet friendly fully furnished residence offers breathtaking panoramic city views. Amenities include a swimming pool, and gym.

Located on the 14th floor, this condominium is part of the Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel development. Amenities include a gym, swimming pool, BBQ area, child’s play area, sauna & steam room.

135 sqm Interior

139 sqm Interior

3

3

Bed

Bath

The Fine @ River

฿ 19,300,000

ID: LAZ46147

This partially furnished corner unit with high ceilings is south facing with a Chao Phraya river view. Facilities include a swimming pool, gym, & garden.

205 sqm Interior

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Baan Chaopraya Condominium

Located on the 3rd floor, amenities include a 45m swimming pool, kid’s swimming pool, skywalk connected to BTS Ploenchit, sky gardens, sauna and steam rooms, and gym.

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4

Bed

Bath

฿ 22,500,000

2

3

Bed

Bath

฿ 32,737,000

Bang Chan

ID: LAZ76211 Modern Luxury House with private swimming pool and large garden. Built by a well-known company and sold partially furnished.

1,190 sqm 4

4

Land

Bath

Bed

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฿ 50,000,000

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Bangkok

The Emporio Place

ID: LAZ68262

The Estelle Phrom Phong

ID: LAZ01139

This luxury city and river view unit offers amenities such as a swimming pool, tennis, sauna, clubhouse, lounge, garden, child's Play Area, Elevator, 24-hour Security, Gym, & Restaurant.

Located on Sukhumvit 26 Alley, this 20th floor unit is planned to complete in 2022. Amenities include a pool, gym, garden, sauna, security, and covered parking.

234 sqm Interior

160 sqm Interior

2

3

Bed

Bath

฿ 59,500,000

3

3

Bed

Bath

฿ 61,890,000

MUNIQ Langsuan

ID: LAZ76246

This large, impressive 26th floor residence is located on Soi Langsuan.

MUNIQ Langsuan is one of Bangkok’s most prestigious addresses within its central business district. It is close to many of the city’s most popular shop-

254 sqm Interior

3

3

Bed

Bath

ping, dining and entertainment districts.

It is also just a few minutes’ walk to Lumpini Park, an oasis of calm.

Building amenities start at the top with the MUNIQ Langsuan two-story amphitheater, the private chef dining room and

their Decanter Sky Lounge. Additional facilities include a gym, yoga room, men and woman’s locker rooms, steam room, two swimming pools, jacuzzi, game lounge and kid’s quarter.

฿ 122,160,000

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Phuket

The Heights Phuket

ID: LAZ04122

Nai Harn, Baan Bua

ID: LAZ16697

Reduced from 35M, this very spacious penthouse at the Heights Phuket offers wonderous ocean views on 2 floors with private pool, private courtyard and BBQ area.

This Thai Balinese villa is near international and local restaurants, casual bars, convenience stores and supermarkets. A concierge can arrange everything from car rental to island hopping excursions. 1,807 sqm Land.

414 sqm Interior

596 sqm Interior

3

3

Bed

Bath

Surin Heights

฿ 33,000,000

ID: LAZ16580

3

4

Bed

Bath

Botanica Bangtao Beach

ID: LAZ16979

This three-story freehold contemporary-designed condo is in a sought-after, private development in Surin offering sea views , Euro kitchen and maids room. 1,807 sqm Land.

This award winning "Best Luxury Villa Development" in Phuket is just 1 kilometer away from stunning Bangtao Beach and is within easy walking distance to local markets and a shopping complex.

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635 sqm Interior

sqm

Land

2

3

Bed

Bath

฿ 42,000,000

Botanica Bangtao Beach

4

5

Bed

Bath

ID: LAZ16978 This award winning "Best Luxury Villa Development" in Phuket is just 1 kilometer away from stunning Bangtao Beach and is within easy walking distance to local markets and a shopping complex.

Layan, Choeng Thale

602 sqm

4

5

Land

Bed

Bath

801 sqm Interior

฿ 49,806,750

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฿ 49,770,000

ID: LAZ16676

This 4 bedroom private pool villa comes with full resort support and facilities including three award-winning restaurants and bars, a spa and wellness center, a lap pool and a fully equipped gym. 555 sqm Land.

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5

Bed

Bath

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฿ 41,837,500

฿ 51,630,000

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Phuket

Cape Yamu

ID: LAZ16726 This spacious and bright 5-bedroom home offers spectacular sea views across Phang Nga Bay and is just across the road from the local beach on the increasingly popular east coast of Phuket.

300 sqm Interior

5

5

Bed

Bath

฿ 52,300,000

Villa Cruise, Pa Tong

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4 minutes to Patong Beach, this modern pool villa provides luxury on two dazzling levels. Extensive open plan entertaining areas plus a 22 mtr infinity pool, and a 10 seat Jacuzzi are just a few of the highlights.

1,000 sqm 6

7

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Bath

Bed

฿ 95,000,000

Villa Paradiso

ID:LAZ46596

Villa Paradiso’s sweeping, open-plan living, and dining space looks out to stunning panoramic views of the Andaman Sea across the villa’s sparkling infinity pool through wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows; marvel at crystal-clear waters, white sands, and jungle

1,225 sqm 1,465 sqm

5

6

Interior

Bed

Bath

Interior

coastline, and feel inspired by unforgettable sunsets.

A 10-seater table, breakfast bar and piano give you an effortless in-villa dining. The villa also has patio doors leading to a terraced seating that overlooks the incredible vistas. The

polished, white tile floor in the main hall blends seamlessly with the villa's fully fitted kitchen boasting state-of-the-art gas hob and double oven. Villa Paradiso has a perfect combination of attractive hardwood floors, clean and white decor, furnished bedrooms as well as high ceilings.

฿ 184,000,000

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Pattaya

Zire Wongamat

ID: LAZ71041

Pattaya

ID: LAZ68459

Completed in 2014 this unit is located on the 9th floor. The condo is sold fully furnished with a long term tenant. Amenities include a swimming pool & gym.

Located on the 5th floor, this building features a swimming pool, garden, child's play area, & fitness room. Noble Solo has 24 storeys with 572 units. 1,044 sqm Land.

76 sqm Interior

450 sqm Interior

1

1

Bed

Bath

฿ 11,000,000

Phoenix Golf & Country Club Pattaya

ID: LAZ72338

5

6

Bed

Bath

Pattaya

ID: LAZ70963

This hi-end fully furnished modern 5 bedroom pool villa is located in Phoenix Golf Club. Amenities include a wide rooftop terrace with jacuzzi overlooking the pool and scenic surroundings. 800 sqm land.

This fully renovated impressive home includes a wooden country style one bedroom guest house with a summer kitchen outside and guest house/office on the top floor with its own entrance.

535 sqm Interior

575 sqm Interior

5

5

Studio

Bath

Sattahip

฿ 20,900,000

ID: LAZ76117

7

6

Bed

Bath

฿ 24,000,000

Bang Lamung

This fully furnished spacious 700 square meter home includes built-in wardrobes & maids’ room. Outside is a pool, balcony gardens & a two car garage. 1,200 sqm Land.

ID: LAZ45393 This large 4 bedroom home features two master suites, & two living rooms plus maids quarters. Outside is a swimming pool, gazebo, garden & parking for two cars.

700 sqm Interior

800 sqm Interior

6

5

Bed

Bath

฿ 25,000,000

4

4

Bed

Bath

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Pattaya

Bang Sarey

ID: LAZ47518

This two-story ocean view villa is located in the popular area of Bang Sarey. It comes with two master suites, a wine bar and two kitchens.

290 sqm Interior

2

2

Bed

Bath

฿50,000,000

Bang Lamung

Lorem ipsum ID: LAZ45392 This fully furnished large five bedroom home resides on a spacious land plot of 1,400 sqm’s. The home benefits from a large garden and two maid’s rooms. 1,400 sqm land.

800 sqm

5

6

Land

Bed

Bath

฿ 65,900,000

Tuscany-Style Resort For Sale - Pong, Bang Lamung This hidden jewel in Pattaya offers 46 guest accommodations, each approximately 100 square meters. The resort consists of 22 ONE-bedroom units and 24 TWO-bedrooms units. Also included is a stunning 3 bedroom

217 sqm Interior

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46

Bed

Bath

pool villa and 4 staff apartments. Fresh bread products are made onsite in the professional two floor fully equipped bakery. Award-winning Spanish chef JORDI runs a top-class restaurant for cozy indoor dining as well as Al

ID: LAZ36533 Fresco dining on the roof-covered lanai overlooking the freestyle communal pool.

฿ 95,000,000

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