The picturesque landscape of Krabi beckons incredible amounts of visitors every year. All are inspired and amazed by its unique and jaw-dropping natural beauty - on and above ground, underwater and on the beach, its colours, shapes, feel and sounds.

The beauty of Krabi lasts in the memory, but here are some fantastic places perfect for striking a pose, whether you're a budding photographer, wannabe model or more of a professional...

Wat Tham Suea or Tiger Cave Temple
Situated amidst the lush forest of ancient trees, on the top of the 600m high mountain of Khiriwong Valley, Wat Tham Suea has a magnificent view of the breathtaking landscape of northeastern Krabi. As well as being a centre for meditation, it also has noteworthy archeological and historical sites.

Koh Hong Archipelago (Room Islands) is a group of islands situated one hour in the north of Krabi. It has only one beach on one of the smaller islands in the archipelago. Limestone rocks rise up high, harbouring a large beautiful lake in the middle, with only a small passage to the sea. The islands are abundant with tropical fish and corals.

Secret Lagoon at Railey Beach (Holy Princess Pool)
The adventurous way to this glistening lagoon is no child's play, but the verdantly lined path, covered with red clay and mud, the giant trees and the steep cliffs are sublimely scenic sights. It takes arduous effort to climb up and down the cliffs. You might end up caked in mud and sweat, but natural wonder is worth it! The secret lagoon is still, shallow and so clear that you can see the bottom.

Phranang Cave Beach is white and sandy, with crystal clear water, beautiful stalagmites and stalactites layered on limestone mountains. There is a shrine of a princess on the foot of the mountain, which locals believe was home to the sea princess, and on the top of the mountain, there is a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the beautiful bay.

Tub Kaek Beach

Tub Kaek is an idyllic beach, on which to relax and unwind. Not only is it situated amidst serene surroundings far from the touristy areas, but the picturesque landscape boasts a romantic aura. This is a picture perfect place to watch the sunset. At twilight, the silhouettes of the offshore islands' mountains draw shapely lines against the dusky sky, making a memorable impression and great photo opportunity!

Located on Tub Kaek Beach, Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi, itself has stunning architecture. Designed in northern Thai Lanna style, blending seamlessly with nature, it is surrounded by forest and caressed by cool breezes. The intricate selection of interior decor provides a great sense of style, as well as exquisite comfort, for all guests. The view can be captured on photo, but the superb hospitality of Amari Vogue Resort makes lasting memories.

Don't just stand there, let's get to it! Amari Vogue!

    

For more info on Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi, call +66 (0) 7560 7777, or
 email an enquiry or visit www.amari.com/vogue.

Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                    Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                        Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                   Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                        Website: www.amari.com

    

 

 
Mantra Restaurant & Bar presents a memorable December, with a glorious selection of the most popular gourmet cuisine from the fabulous monthly promotions throughout the year, courtesy Mantra's fabulous Superchef Supachai.

Dress up and get down to Mantra this December for some lip-smackingly divine culinary taste explosions!

Team Mantra shows their gratitude in a unique way to all guests for their continuous loyalty with this stylishly ever-so gourmet selection to further delight and excite the senses… Bon appetit, indeed!

If you were unfortunate enough to miss out on some of the Mantra specialities this year, then it's time to catch up!

For info, visit www.mantra-pattaya.com
For reservations, call +66 (0) 3842 9591
Or email an enquiry

   
Editor's note:
Mantra Restaurant and Bar is open on the Beach Road in Pattaya with a dynamic concept in dining. The Restaurant, with its awe-inspiring architecture and its eclectic and unique decor, is open from 6pm and the Bar, equally as impressive and provocative, opens from 5pm til 1am. Enjoy a pre-dinner or post-work drink, before settling in to enjoy a fabulous culinary journey, through various mouthwatering Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Mantra Fabulous Sunday Brunch is also available from 11am to 3pm.

For more information about this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                             Telephone: +66 (0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                                 Fax: +66 (0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                            Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                                 Website: www.amari.com

 

Tuesday 9th December 2008
From 19.00 hrs

The Riedel family has been creating glassware for the last 250 years.  Professor Claus J. Riedel was the first designer to recognise that the bouquet, taste, balance and finish of wines are affected by the shape of the glass, from which they are savoured.

Enjoy the amazing difference that glassware can make to your wine experience. The evening begins with a wine and glassware masterclass, with the opportunity to taste premium wines in a range of Riedel glasses, tailor-made for each of the wine varieties.

2,500Baht+ per person, inclusive of snacks, fresh juices and other refreshments.

To extend this pleasurable experience, upgrade to an optional and exquisite 4-course dinner, with delicious wines to match, for an additional 1,200Baht+ per person.

*Included in the cost of the masterclass & dinner is a set of 4 stunning Riedel
'O' Series wine tumbler glasses (valued at Baht 5,000) - yours to keep!!*

For more information on Mantra Restaurant & Bar please contact
+66 (0) 3842 9591 or email an enquiry
and visit www.mantra-pattaya.com

Editor's note:
Mantra Restaurant and Bar is open on the Beach Road in Pattaya with a dynamic concept in dining. The Restaurant, with its awe-inspiring architecture and its eclectic and unique decor, is open from 6pm and the Bar, equally as impressive and provocative, opens from 5pm til 1am. Enjoy a pre-dinner or post-work drink, before settling in to enjoy a fabulous culinary journey, through various mouthwatering Asian and Mediterranean cuisines. Mantra Fabulous Sunday Brunch is also available from 11am to 3pm.

For more information about this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                                Telephone: +66 (0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                                    Fax: +66 (0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                               Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                                    Website: www.amari.com

In moderation, red wine is good for your health and packed with anti-oxidants. Help restore your body's balance with some well-deserved Red Wine Therapy. Look and feel your best over the busy holiday season.

Indulge in a stimulating 30-minute Red Wine Body Scrub, with anti-oxidant properties and efficacy in helping the body to absorb important vitamins, particularly Vitamin C, to feel renewed and aglow.

Red wine is known for helping protect against circulatory disorders and for improving the body's immune system. This specially formulated 60-minute Red Wine Body Wrap includes plant-based oils and natural moisturising ingredients that boost skin hydration.

Topping off the red wine therapy is a relaxing 60-minute Aromatic Oil Massage of choice.

It's time for a dose of skin and well-being therapy - yours to enjoy for only 4,700Baht++.

Available from 1st December 2008 to 31st January 2009 at Sivara Spa at Amari Hotels and Resorts: Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket and Krabi.

To make a booking please send an email an enquiry or
to find out more about Sivara Spa visit www.sivaraspa.com.

Sivara Spa, Amari Watergate Hotel, Bangkok
Tel: +66 (0) 2653 9000
Sivara Spa, Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, Pattaya
Tel: +66 (0) 3841 8418
Sivara Spa, Amari Emerald Cove Resort, Koh Chang
Tel: +66 (0) 3955 2000
Sivara Spa, Amari Palm Reef Resort, Samui
Tel: +66 (0) 7742 2015-18
Sivara Spa, Amari Coral Beach Resort, Phuket
Tel. + 66 (0) 7634 0106 -16
Sivara Spa, Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi
Tel: +66 (0) 7560 7777

Editor's Note: At Sivara Spa, the timeless art of inspiring health and inner well-being has been perfected. Guests can indulge in luxurious treatments and lose themselves in the delicate scent of aromatic oils and subtle herbs and spices, as skillful therapists soothe away worries and stress. Sivara Spa is a sanctuary to renew body, mind and soul, exclusively available at selected Amari Hotels and Resorts, in Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket and Krabi.

For more information about this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                          Telephone: +66 (0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                              Fax: +66 (0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                         Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                              Website: www.amari.com

Jump in the car and get away for a few days well-earned rest, on the idyllic island of Koh Chang...

At Amari Emerald Cove Resort, let the worries and cares of current daily stressed drift away, as the waves gently lap the shore of the white sandy beach, on secluded Klong Prao.

While away the hours by the 50-metre lap pool or pamper yourself at Sivara Spa, under the hands of trained expert therapists.

Just a short scenic drive away to Trat and a pleasant ferry ride onto the island!

With rates starting at 5,362 Baht net (based on Superior available from now until 26th December 2008)

For reservations and more info, call 03955 2000,
email an enquiry
or book online at www.amari.com

        

Editor's note:
On the South East coast of Thailand, in Trat province, Koh Chang is a stunning tropical island paradise. The Amari Emerald Cove Resort & Spa is located on a quiet stretch of beach, Klong Prao, with white sands and the lush tropical rainforest, as a beautiful backdrop. Activities for guests to enjoy include elephant trekking in the jungle, boat trips to uninhabited 'Robinson Crusoe' islands, diving trips arranged by the Dolphin Divers, kayaking and discovering the local fishing villages and much more.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                        Telephone: +66(0) 2255-3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                            Fax: +66(0) 2255-3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                       Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                            Website: www.amari.com

Sivara Spa rejuvenates mind, body and soul with the Ultimate Relaxation Spa Package.

Indulge in sensational treatments and let expert therapists soothe away worries and cares. Lose yourself in the delicate scent of aromatic oils and subtle herbs and spices, coupled with the enjoyment of luxurious accommodation and deliciously healthy cuisine.

 

Sivara Spa Amari Emerald Cove Reort Koh Chang

Sivara Spa Amari Vogue Resort Krabi

Sivara Spa Amari Palm Reef Resort Samui

This package includes:   

• 3 nights' accommodation at Amari Watergate Hotel-Bangkok, Amari Orchid Resort & Tower-Pattaya, Amari Emerald Cove-Koh Chang, Amari Coral Beach Resort-Phuket, Amari Palm Reef Resort-Samui or Amari Vogue Resort-Krabi
• Daily American breakfast
• Two and a half hours of body wrap and oil massage at Sivara Spa
• A set dinner for two
• Round trip transfer from the airport (Except Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, Pattaya)

The Ultimate Relaxation Spa package starts from just THB 28,920+++ (based on twin sharing) with upgrades to deluxe rooms, where available.

From now until 30th April 2009 at Amari Hotels and Resorts: Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket and Krabi.

For reservations or more info, please contact +66(0) 2255 3960,
 email an enquiry
or visit http://www.amari.com/package-relaxation-spa.aspx

Editor's Note: At Sivara Spa, the timeless art of inspiring health and inner well-being has been perfected. Guests can indulge in luxurious treatments and lose themselves in the delicate scent of aromatic oils and subtle herbs and spices, as skillful therapists soothe away worries and stress. Sivara Spa is a sanctuary to renew body, mind and soul, exclusively available at selected Amari Hotels and Resorts, in Bangkok, Pattaya, Koh Chang, Samui, Phuket and Krabi.

For more information about this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                                   Telephone: +66 (0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                       Fax: +66 (0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                                  Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                       Website: www.amari.com

 

 

Looking for inspiration for a meeting? Chiang Mai has it all!

It is a destination that impresses both business and leisure visitors.

Here are just some of the top 10 reasons for choosing Chiang Mai as a meeting venue:

1. Chiang Mai has an International Airport with both domestic and international flights. Delegates can travel conveniently from abroad, Bangkok or other towns in Thailand, with great transport links, to travel where else within the province.

2. Rich in culture and traditions, Chiang Mai is an ideal place to explore and appreciate the northern way of life, whilst enjoying the contemporary and modern lifestyle in the city.

3. There is a wide range of hi-tech meeting and conference facilities, both indoor and outdoor, coupled with efficient, smiling service.

4. A variety of price ranges to choose from, with meeting/conference venues of all sizes, caters to both your budget and capacity requirements.

5. Chiang Mai is ideal for those who require teambuilding activities. There are full services offered in beautiful locations to encourage teamwork and group bonding.

6. Leisure, entertainment and sports, including golf courses, tennis courts, cricket grounds, restaurants, night bazaar, shopping streets with clothes, decorative items, unique handicrafts and more, are both conveniently accessible and plentiful.

7. Undeniably, Chiang Mai is an idyllic tourist destination, to arrange trips to during downtime. Post-meeting excursions, for example, to Doi Suthep, Doi Inthanon, temples, hilltribe villages, waterfalls and much more, can be arranged through hotels or tour companies.

8. Being close to nature is one of the city's greatest assets. Chiang Mai has beautiful mountains, lush gardens, streams, valleys and reservoirs.

9. An excellent choice of restaurants and catering services abound, where delicious local, international and fusion cuisine replenish energy levels for the next meeting.

10. Warm hospitality and welcoming smiles from the locals make for a memorable experience in the comfort of international standard accommodation, at such venues as the 4-star Amari Rincome Hotel.

Amari Rincome Hotel has 158 well-appointed guestrooms, located only 15 minutes from Chiang Mai International Airport. The hotel provides 2 restaurants and 2 bars. There are 2 function rooms catering 10-250 guests, including Lanna Terrace, Suite with a full range of audio-visual equipment and support services. There are small and large poolside areas for open-air functions. The hotel also provides outside catering for events in unique locations, as well as professional service with the warmth of northern hospitality. Amari Rincome Hotel is ideal for both business and leisure travellers.

For more information on Amari Rincome Hotel, please call +66(0) 5322 1130
or email an enquiry and make sure to visit www.amari.com/rincome

   

Editor's note: 
Close to Chiang Mai's historical walled city, and only 500 metres from the largest shopping centre in Northern Thailand, the Amari Rincome Hotel reflects the unique culture of the North. Works of art and antiques can be found through out the hotel and the restaurants offer the opportunity to try special northern Thai dishes, as well as Italian and international favourites.

For more information about this press release, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                               Telephone: +66 (0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                   Fax: +66 (0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                              Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                   Website: www.amari.com

 

Elevate your spirits and celebrate the joyous Christmas and New Year season in Amari style, at Amari Vogue Resort, located in the breathtaking surrounds of Tub Kaek Beach.

Amari Vogue Resort offers a delightful seasonal promotion:

When booking 4 nights or more, get a FREE upgrade to the next room category*, complimentary airport transfer and 20% discount on spa treatments at Sivara Spa, as well as on all food and beverages.

The offer is valid from 21st - 26th December 2008.

Note: Gala dinner is compulsory when staying on 24th December at 5,180 Baht net per person and at 2,590 Baht per child.

For reservations and more info, call +66(0)7560 7777
Email an enquiry 
Visit: www.amari.com/vogue

*Subject to availability

Add lavish zest to this festive season at Amari Vogue Resort, Krabi!

 

      
Note to Editors:
Amari Vogue Resort is located on Krabi's pristine Tub Kaek Beach. The resort offers 5-star accommodation with 57 luxurious rooms and suites and facilities including 2 restaurants, a bar, pool, fitness room and Sivara Spa. At Amari Vogue Resort, guests can experience the ultimate comfort in style and in beautiful surroundings.

For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                              Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                                 Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                                          Email: Send Nikki an email
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                                 Website: www.amari.com

Note to Editors:
Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, situated amid manicured gardens, offers superb accommodation and facilities, including a grand total of 525 rooms, a range of restaurants, two outdoor pools and easy access to both water sports and golf courses. The luxurious Ocean Tower experience offers 297 stylish rooms and suites including an executive floor (Horizon Club), all with private balconies. The Garden Wing has 228 rooms and suites, many with private balconies too. The Resort is also home to the dynamic and innovative Mantra Restaurant & Bar, as well as a freestanding conference venue, Aranda Ballroom.


For more information on this press release and hi-res images, please contact:
Nikki Busuttil
Director of Communications                                   Telephone: +66(0) 2255 3767
Amari Hotels and Resorts                                      Fax: +66(0) 2255 3718
847 Petchburi Road                                               Email: Send an email to Nikki
Bangkok, 10400, Thailand                                      Website: www.amari.com