The Road to Re-opening Hotel Doors – a Guide
BANGKOK: As fragments of light appear on the tourism horizon and to get you and your hotel in the best shape possible for when you re-open there are many factors to consider as markets around the world now slowly ease off travel restrictions. Ensure you have everything covered so you’re ready for a successful re-opening. […]
I still call Australia home
Living abroad for travel, career or family is still the norm, for 310,000 Aussies. However, with coronavirus sweeping the globe, expats are flocking back home to Australia from Europe, US, the UK and Asia to a relatively normal lifestyle despite the pandemic. While Covid-19 restricted Australian residents from returning during the height of the outbreak, […]
Unseen Phuket
Top rated tourist destination in Thailand Phuket as a resort island is probably one of the most attractive and commercialised tourist destinations in Thailand. Its strong appeal comes from the sandy beaches with clear blue water for excellent snorkelling and diving experience. Its abundance of fresh seafood encourage local and expatriates tourists to flock to […]
Don’t put all your money on Thais keeping your hotel busy…
The majority of Thais have no plan to travel during the long weekends, a recent poll showed. A Bangkok Poll survey by Bangkok University on “Thais’ travel plan during long weekends” found that more than half — 54 per cent of respondents — have no plan of travelling in December, while Chiang Mai is the […]
Marrakesh Hua Hin Resort and Spa
Exclusive for Expat Life Readers FREE Cash Voucher 500 Baht for 2 nights stay Booking & holiday period: 1 Dec 2020 – 31 Mar 2021 Conditions: Applicable for 2 nights stay at Junior Suite Pool View Room price based on regular rate on hotel website Cannot be combined with other special promotions For reservation,please contact: […]
Bangkok’s Best Hotel Teatimes
As the story goes, teatime began in 19th century England when trendsetter, Anna the Duchess of Bedford, invited her friends to a clandestine snack to quell their hunger before dinner. Since guilty pleasures are hard to resist, every society lady was soon hosting her own afternoon tea. This upper-class indulgence eventually became an everyday tradition […]
Siam Anantara Sunday brunch
For lunch at the Siam Anantara on Rajadamri Rd such a civilised place to have Sunday brunch. As ever the restaurant is full… fresh seafood oysters, rock lobster, salmon, tuna washed down with Champagne – gosh I love living in Bangkok! So many choices and alternatives – from each of their signature restaurants plus their […]
The Royal Wing Suites and Spa at the Royal Cliff Hotel Pattaya….. luxury personified
The Royal Cliff Hotels Group is located between South Pattaya and Jomtien on the cliff top overlooking Cosy Beach, the Gulf of Thailand and looking out to … island. The theme and motto of Royal Wing Suites is the State of Exclusivity and Fascination. The four hotels are set on a 64 acre beautifully landscaped […]
AVANI + Samui RESORT – a peaceful getaway
I love Avani Hotels and Resorts. It was not by accident that we chose to celebrate my 50 something birthday at the Avani Pattaya. Their hotels are full of vitality, with a youthful vibe that is infectious. Especially when you are looking for the perfect getaway and you want to feel young at heart, but […]
Kamalaya Wellness Resort Koh Samui
When I checked in at Suvarnabhumi the staff called a wheelchair…. 63 burnt out, exhausted, stressed and in constant myofascial pain from head to foot in both legs I acquiesced and allowed the man to push me through the airport. With my hat pulled down and my glasses on I must have looked a sorry […]