]]> Stay at the Ao Nang All Seasons Beach Resort in Krabi from June 1 – October 31, 2012, and enjoy a 40% discount off regular rates. With the discount, nightly rates are THB1,350 (USD44) for a Superior Room, THB1,500 (USD49) for a Deluxe Room, and THB1,800 (USD58) for a Deluxe Pool Access Room. Rates include breakfast for two people, 10% service charge, and taxes.

Rates are based on single or double occupancy. Children under the age of 12 sharing the room will only be charged for breakfast. An additional bed with breakfast costs THB600 (USD20) per night.

The All Seasons is a 3-star resort located directly in front of beautiful Ao Nang Beach. The resort offers 56 guestrooms with comfortable bedding and modern amenities like LCD TV, satellite TV, wireless internet, and a private balcony. Hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, tour desk, and restaurant.

Visit http://www.aonangallseasons.com for more information or to make an online booking.

]]> Stay at the brand new Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam and enjoy opening rates through September 15, 2012. For just THB1,999 (USD65) per night you get a Standard Room furnished with your choice of  one queen or two single beds, internet access, free parking, and breakfast for two people. A 10% service charge and 7% local taxes are additional. 

The maximum occupancy is 2 adults and 1 child. This promotion requires advance payment by credit card and no cancellations or changes are permitted.

With its modern facilities and low rates, the Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam is the perfect choice for savvy travelers. Guestrooms measure a comfortable 23 square meters and are furnished with one or two beds, 32” LCD TV with cable channels, work desk, mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, and ensuite bathroom with massage shower. The hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Siam business and shopping district near the National Stadium Sky train station.

Visit the Holiday Inn Express Siam Bangkok website for more information or to make an online booking. The hotel can be contacted by calling (66) 02 2177555.

]]> The Akyra Samui Resort is celebrating its first birthday with a 5-night ‘Akyra Anniversary’ Package. For THB29,725++ (USD960) the package includes 5 nights in a beachfront room, daily gourmet breakfast, internet access, roundtrip airport transfers, a 60 minute spa treatment, and a candle-lit dinner for two with a bottle of sparkling wine. This promotion is available until December 21, 2012.    

  Rates are based on double occupancy. The package price is subject to an additional 10% service charge and 8% local taxes.

The Akyra is a lifestyle resort located at beautiful Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui. The resort offers 61 guestrooms that blend modern luxury with chic Asian style. Rooms are 40 square meters or larger and feature high thread-count linens, flatscreen TV with satellite channels, mini-fridge, bathroom with separate shower and bathtub, and a private terrace. Facilities include a swimming pool, fitness center, spa, library, concierge, and access to a white sand beach.

Visit http://www.theakyra.com for more information about the resort. The ‘Akyra Anniversary Package’ can be booked by calling (66) 2 514 8112 or emailing rsvn@theakyra.com.

]]> Fly from Vancouver, Canada to Bangkok, Thailand for just CAD1,342 (USD1,300) with Cathay Pacific Airlines. This is a round-trip economy class fare inclusive of all taxes and surcharges. Departures are available from other Canadian cities including Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal for a slightly higher fares. Promotional fares are available on select travel dates through November 30, 2012.

Fares from other cities are CAD1,553 (USD1,510) from Toronto, CAD1,587 (USD1,545) from Calgary or Edmonton, CAD1,712 (USD1,665) from Ottawa, and CAD1,718 (USD1,670) from Montreal. Fares are subject to fluctuations. The maximum stay is 6 months. Fares are eligible for Asia Miles.  Once a booking has been made, a fee of CAD50 (USD48) will apply for any changes or CAD200 (USD195) for a refund.

Cathay Pacific Airways is the flag carrier of Hong Kong and flies to more than 50 destinations worldwide.  Flights to Thailand will have a stop-over in Hong Kong. It is a full-service airline and fares include on-board entertainment, meals, beverages, and a checked luggage allowance of 20kg for economy class passengers.

Visit www.cathaypacific.ca/ for more information or to make an online booking.

]]> Stay at the Amari Orchid Hotel in Pattaya and enjoy a free room upgrade and THB500 (USD16) dining credit. Rates are THB2,300 (USD74) for a Superior Garden Room or THB3,800 (USD122) for a Ocean Deluxe Room. A 10% service charge and 7% local taxes are additional. This promotion requires a minimum stay of 2 nights and is valid until September 30, 2012.

Rates are based on single or double occupancy. Superior Garden Wing Rooms will be upgraded to Deluxe Garden Wing Rooms and Ocean Deluxe Rooms will be upgraded to Ocean Premier Rooms. The dining credit can be used at any of the hotel restaurants. The quoted prices require pre-payment by credit card and no cancellations or changes are permitted.

The Amari Orchid is a large contemporary hotel in Pattaya with 2 wings. The low-rise Garden Wing has 226 rooms and is ideal for relaxation while the hi-rise Ocean Tower is more luxurious and its 297 rooms have panoramic views of glimmering Pattaya Bay. Rooms feature all the modern amenities including satellite TV, mini-bar, and highspeed internet. On-site facilities include two outdoor swimming pools, a spa, fitness center, kids club, and restaurants.

Visit http://www.amari.com/orchid/ for more information or to make an online booking. The Amari Orchid Pattaya can also be contacted by calling (66) 3841 8418.

]]> Treat the whole family to a beach holiday at the Best Western Allamanda Laguna Hotel in Phuket. The “Suite Family Value” package includes 2 nights in a Junior Suite, daily buffet breakfast, free kids’ meals, round-trip airport transfers, internet access, and non-motorized watersports. The 3 day/2 night package starts from THB7,600 (USD245) and is available until October 31, 2012.   

The package can be upgraded to a One-Bedroom Suite for THB 8,600 (USD277) or a Two Bedroom Suite for THB 10,600 (USD342). Extension nights start from THB2,500 (USD81). These are nett prices including 10% service charge and 7% local taxes. Rates are based on occupancy of 2 adults and 2 children below the age of12.  Children dine for free at all Laguna complex restaurants when accompanied by a paying adult.

The Best Western Allamanda Laguna is a family-friendly luxury hotel. The 90 suites have spacious bedrooms, a sitting area with TV, fully-equipped kitchenette, and a private balcony overlooking the pool or golf course. Resort amenities include 2 adult swimming pools, 2 kids’ swimming pools, beach club with complimentary sun loungers, day spa, golf course, and 2 restaurants. Guests also enjoy complimentary shuttle service to the other Laguna hotels and their facilities. 

Visit the Best Western Allamanda Laguna website for more information or to make an online booking.

]]> The Siam Hotel, a new luxury retreat in Bangkok, is offering a 50% soft opening discount until August 31, 2012. After applying the discount, rates are THB8,150 (USD262) for a Siam Suite, THB11,250 (USD363) for a Riverview Suite, or THB15,500 (USD500) for a Villa with a private pool. A 10% service charge and 7% local taxes are additional.

Rates are based on single or double occupancy. All guests enjoy personal butler service.

The Siam is a small luxury hotel located along the Chao Praya River in Bangkok. The 39 suites and villas are immaculately appointed with turn of the century Oriental artwork and antiques.  All guests enjoy butler service and a luxury speedboat service to the BTS skytrain. The hotel is nestled in the historic Dusit district and Bangkok’s must-see attractions are easily accessible.

Visit http://thesiamhotel.com/ for more information or to make an online booking.

]]> June means the start of “Green Season” in Chiang Mai, and discounted rates at the Banthai Village start from THB1,950 (USD63) for a Superior Room. With breakfast for two people, the rate is THB2,550 (USD83). All guests enjoy free internet access. These are nett rates inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% local taxes, and are valid until October 31, 2012.

Green Season rates for other room types (room-only) are THB2,470 (USD80) for a Deluxe Room, THB3,120 (USD100) for a Junior Suite, and THB4,420 (USD142) for a  Banthai Suite. Rates are based on single or double occupancy. Children under the age of 12 can share the room for no additional cost, but breakfast is chargeable. 

Banthai Village is an intimate hotel with 23 rooms all decorated in the traditional Northern Thai “Lanna” style. Hardwood flooring, wooden furniture, and colorful silk accents provide a bold contrast to the white walls of the rooms and suites. All the modern amenities are provided including mini-bar, satellite TV, DVD player, and wireless internet. The hotel’s facilities include an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi, tour desk, bar, and restaurant serving Thai and Western cuisine.

Visit http://banthaivillage.com for more information or to make an online booking. The Banthai Hotel can be contacted by calling (66) 53 252 789 or by emailing info@banthaivillage.com.

]]> The luxurious Hyatt Regency Hotel in Hua Hin is currently offering two promotions. Guests who book 2 nights will receive a 50% discount on the second night until July 31, 3012. Guests who book 3 nights will receive the 4th night free until September 8, 2012. Full rates for the payable nights start from THB5,500 (USD177) for a King Room. A 10% service charge and 7% taxes are additional.

The discount will be applied at check-out. The “Free Night” promotion also includes late check-out until 2pm.

The Hyatt Hua Hin occupies a prime stretch of beachfront along the Gulf of Thailand. The 205 guestrooms and suites are the height of luxury with wooden furnishings, LCD TV with international channels, work desk with broadband internet, elegant bathroom, and private balcony. Guests can wine and dine at one of the Hyatt’s four restaurants or enjoy cocktails and live music until the wee hours at the lounge. Leisure facilities include a freeform swimming pool, water sports, spa, and easy access to golf.

Visit http://huahin.regency.hyatt.com/ for more information or to make an online booking. The hotel can be contacted at (66) 3 252 1234 or huahin.regency@hyatt.com.

]]> Fly from Los Angeles, USA, to Bangkok, Thailand, for just USD1,222 with Singapore Airlines. The quoted price is a round-trip economy class ticket inclusive of all taxes and airline surcharges. Departures are available from other American cities including New York, Houston, and San Francisco for a slightly higher fare. Promotional fares are available on select dates through December 9, 2012.

Promotional fares are available until sold out. A surcharge of USD50 will apply for outbound travel on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Once the ticket has been booked, a fee of USD20 plus any fare difference will apply for any changes to the itinerary. Promotional fares are non-refundable (except for the fuel surcharge and taxes). Promotional fares are not eligible for frequent flyer miles and cannot be upgraded.

Singapore Airlines is the flag carrier of Singapore and is consistently ranked among the world’s top airlines. It is a full-service airline and passengers enjoy advance seat selection, checked luggage of 20kg for economy class travel, meals, beverages and a personal entertainment system while on board.

Visit http://www.singaporeair.com for more information or to make an online booking.