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We arrive at dusk to Hemingway’s Bangkok and note the bungalow literally glowing. Not just from warm lighting illuminating its frame, but too as a result of the rare golden teak wood from which it was constructed in the 1920’s. This beautiful, near century old b…
Tre Restaurant is Banyan Tree Phuket’s elegant dining option. Located in the most upmarket section of the acreage, a dress code is expected and courteous behavior presumed. The lagoon it sides is alight in a shimmering glow with lights from Thai shaped roofs of th…
Overlooking Laguna Phuket Golf Club, guests are invited to partake in a leisurely meal while appreciating the peaceful scenery at the Banyan Café. This casual outlet ensures everyone is satisfied with its wide selection of cuisine ranging from western clas…
Transported by private boat from the main pier, we arrive to the centre of Banyan Tree Phuket’s tranquil lagoon to a floating pontoon ready to bask in an evening of romance and magic with a Dinner of the Senses. On the Way to Dinner Approaching dusk, the change of da…
Golden Birdcage Afternoon Tea, Lobby Lounge, Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok The soft scent of White Tea, the signature aroma of Shangri-La hotels greets us before we’ve even stepped inside the property’s grand lobby. This elegant bouquet reflects our entire afte…
Point Yamu by COMO Viewed from the Sea The latest luxury property creating a buzz on the island of Phuket is Point Yamu by COMO. Still in soft opening phase, the brand brings with it a strong reputation of style and serenity that as such, it was almost at full occupa…
La Sirena Italian Restaurant is Point Yamu by COMO’s all-day dining outlet. With a terrace overlooking the pool and Phang Nga Bay, it’s a place where lingering longer is an attractive option. Tall ceilings, plenty of glass and a long rectangular dining hall gi…
Designed to resemble an underwater scene, the walls of Point Yamu by COMO’s Thai Restaurant, Nahmyaa, are layered with half moon planks of wood mimicking fish scales. The entrance presents water views: first the pool and then further beyond to the ocean. Glas…
Accommodation, food and drinks are available for all budgets in Phuket but here we summarise our favourite luxe locations in: Dubbed the “pearl of the Andaman” Phuket is not only home to a wealth of beautiful beaches but also to a stunning collectio…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall For those looking for a day or afternoon of ultimate pleasure seeking, away from the beach, with preferences on the pampering and taste bud tempting side, we’ve put together a little sequence of joy for you to try. Monica and I en…
The Pavilions One of the highest points in Phuket holds the island’s most secluded and romantic resort, The Pavilions. This adults-only property promises a fun and intimate experience for all guests and it’s one of those rare spots that has it all: quality foo…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Hidden behind discreet tall gates and up through a bamboo tunnel lies one of Phuket’s best kept dining secrets. Resident guests at The Pavilions enjoy the glorious views and attentive service at The Plantation Club all day t…