- Ibrik Resort (Bangkok; tel. 02254-8500): Tucked away in the arty quarter of Thonburi district near the historic Wat Rakhang, Ibrik's three airy rooms are decorated in a charming and vivid Thai palette. The vibe is intimate and homely, and the river-life views evoke peaceful contemplation. It's both beautiful and boutique.
- The Tivoli (Bangkok; tel. 02249-5858): This fresh new hotel oozes style from the word go. Slick, cutting-edge minimalism joins Thai coquettish charm from the rooftop pool, to the spa, to the colorful dining room. Be sure to check the website for great deals.
- Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas (Hua Hin; tel. 800/221-4542 or 03251-2021): This historic hotel's vibrant heritage comes alive through spacious rooms, long, cool corridors, and verdant, lush grounds. High tea in the Museum Tea Corner is a definite highlight.
- The Rachamankha (Chiang Mai; tel. 05390-4111): Quite possibly the most delicious bolt-hole in town, this monastic-style complex is a place where Lanna minimalism meets Thai sophistication. Showcasing the region's Lanna art and culture, the quirky property has wowed everyone with its monastic courtyards, velvet lawns, beautiful decor, and exceptionally well-stocked library.
- Birds and Bees (Pattaya; tel. 03825-0556): An affordable resort on a hillcrest just out of town, this rustic, country-style hotel admirably supports HIV/AIDS education. Its restaurant is as good as its sister branch in Bangkok and families just love it.
- Fern Resort (Mae Hong Son; tel. 05368-0001): You're well off the beaten path at Fern, amid a collection of petite midrange bungalows, but the setting is lovely and self-guided hikes are made all the more enjoyable by the resort's resident pets.
Thailand Travel Experiences
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INTO THE JUNGLE, Waterfalls, Elephants, and Bambo...
Into the Jungle for a 3 day trek!! It was A-M-A-Z-I-N-G, I've decided I could handle living in the jungle... if I could bring a lon... Continue reading »
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City of the Apes
Lopburi is known for having a large monkey population and I couldn't pass that up. After an hour ride and 17 Baht (approx $0.53) la... Continue reading »
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Driving through the Lush Landscape
After a day and night in Chiang Mai, we began the morning of the 8th of May with a drive through the countryside. We were headed to... Continue reading »
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Sukhothai "Rising Happiness"
We arrived in Bangkok late and hopped on a train the next morning. We were heading North from Bangkok to Phitsanulok (the larger city an... Continue reading »
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From Bangkok to Sangkhlaburi and back on an 8-day...
We loved our 8-day Intrepid tour, A Taste of Thailand! The highlights were:Riding elephants for an hour and a half through farmland... Continue reading »
