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The Ritz-Carlton, Bangkok
Luxury at first glance, heartfelt at every step
The Ritz-Carlton has long been a name synonymous with luxury, with iconic addresses in cities such as New...
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The StandardX, Bangkok Phra Arthit
Why stay at The StandardX?
When The StandardX announced its Bangkok debut in late 2024, it caused quite a stir among design lovers and coolhunters. This...
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Ultimate Bangkok: Under One Roof
Bangkok has no shortage of recognition for its hospitality – there are lists for the best hotels, stars for the best restaurants and awards for...
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Kimpton Kitalay Samui
The phrase ‘lost at sea’ doesn’t usually conjure images of five-star comfort, but pulling into Kimpton Kitalay Samui, I felt like the most...
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SAii Phi Phi Island Village
A sprawling coconut grove, a private 800-metre beach and a pace of life dictated by the tides. This isn't the Koh Phi Phi of postcards and party legends; this...
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Thailand’s Maya Bay crowned world’s most photogenic beach
There’s a reason travellers from all over the world keep coming back to Thailand – it’s home to some of the most stunning beaches on the...
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Mandarin Oriental Bangkok named Southeast Asia’s only top hotel in 2025
When it comes to hotel awards, Bangkok properties are never far from the spotlight. The city is packed with everything from budget stays to ultra-luxe escapes....
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BTS fares go flat B20 for Thais on all routes from September 30
Currently, a Bangkok train ride can set you back anywhere from B15-62 – the further you go, the more you pay. But come September 30, Thai citizens get to...
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Turbulence ahead for budget travel? Jetstar Asia grounded by rising costs
Singapore has long been a top destination for travellers from Bangkok, thanks to its proximity and diverse attractions. Just two hours away by air, the...
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W Presents Retreat: Global sounds drift through palms at W Koh Samui’s first retreat
It starts, as all good stories do, with a beat. Not the kind that ricochets off club walls at 3am or rattles the fillings in your teeth. This one hums low and...
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Weekend getaways: 11 best breaks in Southeast Asia for every type of traveller
We all could use a break from the daily grind – and what better way than an easy weekend getaway? With short flights and minimal planning, you can trade...
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The perfect weekend getaway to Singapore
Singapore is a city of contrasts. One moment, you’re admiring futuristic skyscrapers; the next, you’re strolling through heritage neighbourhoods...
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The perfect weekend getaway to the Maldives
The Maldives is a stunning island paradise known for its unspoilt shores and pristine waters teeming with marine life. Located south of India and Sri Lanka,...
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The perfect weekend getaway to Phuket
There’s a reason why Phuket remains a traveller’s favourite even after all these years. This island on the Southwestern tip of Thailand is no...
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The perfect weekend getaway to Phu Quoc
Dreaming of a European getaway but don’t want to sit on a plane for hours? That’s where Phu Quoc comes in – a little slice of paradise that...
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The best hotel and resort deals in Phuket
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Best restaurants in Phuket
Phuket has long been praised for its culinary culture, which highlights the province’s distinctive Phuketian Peranakan cuisine—mainly a blend...
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Bar-hopping in Phuket
Following in the footsteps of Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Phuket is becoming a destination for cocktail connoisseurs as its tippling culture steadily evolves from...
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5 upscale restaurants in Phuket you don’t want to miss
Phuket is one of the country’s best island destinations for a reason—several, actually. These include gorgeous sun-kissed shores, loads of great...
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The StandardX, Bangkok Phra Arthit
Why stay at The StandardX?
When The StandardX announced its Bangkok debut in late 2024, it caused quite a stir among design lovers and coolhunters. This...
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Kimpton Kitalay Samui
The phrase ‘lost at sea’ doesn’t usually conjure images of five-star comfort, but pulling into Kimpton Kitalay Samui, I felt like the most...
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SAii Phi Phi Island Village
A sprawling coconut grove, a private 800-metre beach and a pace of life dictated by the tides. This isn't the Koh Phi Phi of postcards and party legends; this...