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The Best Koh Tao Hotel For Your Thailand Holiday

Saturday, March 22nd, 2008
Finding the best Koh Tao Hotel for your Thailand Holiday shouldn’t be left to chance. Many people don’t do enough research before booking a Thailand vacation, and they just pick a Thailand Hotel out of a brochure, and if they get it wrong, then they won’t have a great Thailand vacation, and they might also find that the beautiful Thailand beach they were promised in the brochure isn’t what it was cracked up to be.

It pays to do research, and it is worth discovering Koh Tao.

Koh Tao is a beautiful island off the coast of Thailand just north of Koh Samui. The best hotel on Koh Tao is the Charm Churee Villa which sits very close to Jansom Bay. This is one of Koh Tao’s most beautiful and private beaches in the south west corner of the island.

The best way to get to Koh Tao is to fly into Koh Samui and get the catamaran over. Do pay extra and get seats in the VIP lounge. To get to the Charm Churee you’ll be picked up by water taxi and taken to the small private beach.

You need to book a Sunset Villa at the Charm Churee. They are huge, even having a dressing room, and a very large bathroom. Two balconies look out at the sea, and very private too. The rooms don’t have all the bits like TV’s and DVD’s but honestly, do you come to a place like Koh Tao for that anyway. There are no telephones in the rooms, but if you want reception you can just use your mobile phone.

It is not only the accommodation that makes this the best hotel on Koh Tao, it is the beach, the ambience, and very much the food in the restaurant, and down at the beach bar. Meals in the restaurant do take quite a long time to arrive, and everything will arrive at once, but it is well worth the wait. The lunch at the beach bar has an extensive reasonably priced menu, with excellent seafood, but it is only a short walk of less than a quarter of an hour into town, where this a good selection of very reasonably priced restaurants.

The Spa in the Charm Churee is extremely good, better than you will find in any other Koh Tao hotel, in fact this may be the only spa on the island. It is built as little Thai Huts, and a couples massage can easily be arranged.

The Charm Churee Villa really only has one downside, and that is the number of steps, boulders and difficult paths. There can be over 50 steps to your villa, which doesn’t matter if you are young and fit, but has to be considered if there are elderly, disabled or very young children coming to this Koh Tao accommodation.

It is worth noting that the cheaper rooms are a lot further up the hill!

The beach is great, and there are masses of fish. The hotel has snorkelling gear but you would be advised to take your own. There are two bamboo rafts anchored offshore to relax on. The sea is just like swimming in an aquarium.

If you are in Koh Tao for the scuba diving, a very strong recommendation is Dive Point. Take the hotel longboat out to Koh Nang Yuang where there is another great beach and very good for snorkelling.

You will find the hotel staff at Charm Churee very friendly, a number of them are from Burma.

There is little doubt that if you are on a Thailand Holiday you need to visit Koh Tao, and the best Koh Tao Hotel is the Charm Churee Villa.

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By: Peter R Stewart

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Bangkok Hotels: World-class Facilities and Services

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008
Welcome to Bangkok, one of the most popular tourist destinations in south-east Asia. The city of Bangkok is known for its shopping complexes, pulsating nightlife, lovely restaurants and good accommodation options. Tourists will love to shop in Bangkok, as it offers plethora of stores and shopping malls selling international brands of clothes and other souvenirs. As for staying, there are range of Bangkok hotels and resorts to provide travelers utmost comfort and luxury.

Choosing a hotel in Bangkok is a hassle free job, as there are no dearths of good hotels in the city. There are wide ranges of Bangkok hotels in every corner of the city, at all popular locations. The hotels offer world-class hospitality and include both luxury and budget accommodation options. The Avana Hotel is located near the Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok. This fine hotel offers all kinds of room and hotels services to make the travelers feel comfortable and happy. The luxury Avana Hotel features personalized services and 24 hours security. You will also get to enjoy a host of recreational amenities in this hotel.

One of the popular hotels in Bangkok is the Grand Diamond Pratunam Hotel. The hotel is conveniently located on Petchburi Road, with shopping malls located close by. This luxury hotel is designed elegantly and offers top-notch facilities to enjoy your holidays in style. Major hotel facilities include 2 restaurants, bar, business center, swimming pool and Jacuzzi. Once you come to stay at this Grand Diamond Pratunam Hotel, you will feel like coming here over and again.

Bangkok Rama Place is a hotel of class and style. One of the finest hotels in Bangkok, this Bangkok Rama Place is seated in a lovely place, with serenity and peacefulness all around. The rooms are beautifully decorated and services and amenities are simply splendid. Another hotel to look for in Bangkok is the Davis Hotel. This friendly hotel offers all kinds of facilities at a reasonable rate. Known as Bangkok’s first boutique hotel, Davis Hotel features a variety of quality amenities and services. With a wide choice of leisure facilities, the hotel will surely make even the most discerning traveler happy and relaxed.

The 5-star Grand Millennium Sukhumvit Hotel situated in Bangkok offers first-class amenities and services at attractive prices. The hotel is located in one of Bangkok’s prime central area, with easy access to the major tourist attractions and commercial centers. The hotel is close to the Suvarnabhumi Airport. It features tastefully decorated rooms, Thai style of architecture and excellent dining facilities. Grande Centre Point Ratchadamri Hotel has excellent rooms, coupled with superb dining, business and recreational facilities. This charming property is always a favorite among both business and leisure travelers in Bangkok.



By: Ritu Raj Mishra

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The Six Best Thailand Resorts and Spas

Saturday, March 8th, 2008
Thailand has always possessed a strong sense of mysticism and natural healing through the variety of available yoga and meditation options. This becomes apparent through the many spas and resorts that can be located throughout the country. Below you will find an array of worthy health spa and vacation resorts, which accommodate a wide range of budgets.

1) The Oriental, Bangkok

The Oriental is considered one of the most beautiful spas in the world from the suites all the way down to the standard room. The spa marks a breakthrough in Asia, which is considered one of the first of its kind. Popular options include the Oriental Massage, as well as the Jet Lag Recovery Treatment. The spa also features a Revitalizing Seaweed Treatment, Essential Oil Massage, Oriental Mud Wrap and the Oriental Herbal Wrap. Average Price: $330-$2200

2) Natural Wing Health Spa

Located a couple minutes from the Bang Por Beach, visitors will find themselves situated about a tropical oasis, surrounded by white sands and lovely views. If you are interested in staying at this location, you will find a satisfying selection of deluxe Thai villas. The resort offers access to a refreshing swimming pool, as well as a top-notch health spa with authentic Thai massage. Additional services offered include yoga, meditation, colonic cleansing, as well as acupuncture. Average Price: $40-90 per day

3) St. Carlos Medical Spa

For those who wish to experience the uplifting properties of traditional Thai medicine, this is the place to seek out. The spa treatment and other therapies have earned a reputation for providing a small slice of heaven to visitors. Once you check into deluxe accommodations, you may explore the open terrace, evening cruise, or delicious international cuisine. One of the most popular packages at this location includes the Honeymoon Package, offering five treatments per day (three primary and two mini options). Average Price: $100-$1500

4) Evason Hua Hin Resort & Six Senses Spa

There are close to 150 luxury, lodging options featured at this resort and spa, which places you in the midst of a breathtaking tropical garden. The private pool villas here provide great views of the Gulf of Siam. Many tourists boast of the superb level of service and amenities offered at this resort, from the lotus pool to the romantic balconies. A popular package option to be on the lookout for is called the Exotic Flower Bath, which includes two hours of a full body, face and scalp massage. Average Price: $125-$425

5) Patong Villa Hotel

The Chaidee Spa at this hotel offers traditional Thai surroundings, as well as a satisfying location to let all worries float away. Situated on the tropical destination of Phuket, accommodations are located rather close to the beach. At the onsite beauty salon, you may enjoy facial and foot massages, as well as traditional Thai and Swedish massage. Average Price: $27-$40

6)Pimalai Resort & Spa

There are close to 1000 meters of sand-filled beach land to experience when staying at this resort and spa. Placing tourists in the southern part of Thailand, within the province of Kabi, you will be able to enjoy the breathtaking coastline. Available spa selections include the Pimalai Pampering Package (flower bath and massage); Ultimate Detox Package (flower bath, body wrap, massage); “Koo Rak” Package (body scrub and massage); and Royal “Koo Rak” Package (herbal steam, flower bath, body scrub and massage). Average Price: $250-$2000.

As you can tell, in recent years Thailand has emerged as a spa destination with some of the world’s best spas in idyllic locations at affordable prices.



By: Bridget Connors

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