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With Thailand’s world-famous islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan all set to reopen to international travellers, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort and Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas are welcoming back guests with a range of luxury stays and memorable travel experiences. After 18 months of border closures, Anantara guests can once again enjoy the Gulf of Thailand’s pristine national parks, untouched beaches, and unforgettable cultural sites. Muay Thai classes, Spice Spoons cooking classes and unique Dining by Designs along with pampering experiences at Anantara Spa, such as yoga, meditation and exercise classes will enhance guest stays at each resort. Under the “Samui Plus Model” fully vaccinated international travellers flying into Koh Samui are required to stay at an Samui Extra Plus approved hotel, such as the Anantara’s sister property Avani+ Samui Resort. After Day 7, guests can stay at any Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (...

One of Thailand’s most anticipated resorts, Hyatt Regency Koh Samui, was unveiled today on Koh Samui. As the paradise island eyes a reopening to international tourists over the coming months, the opening is a landmark on the road to recovery. The property, which is Hyatt’s first footfall on Koh Samui, gives guests the opportunity to discover timeless connections and energising experiences and will play a major role in rebounding visitors with the island as Thailand welcomes back visitors. “The pandemic has been a challenging time for Koh Samui as it has been for the entire tourism industry in Thailand. That’s why we are so delighted to debut with such a special resort,” said Adrian Pulido, general manager, Hyatt Regency Koh Samui. A collaboration between three of Thailand’s biggest hotel design names — Office of Bangkok Architecture, August Design and PLandscaping — the 140-room property occupies eight acres of private coastline in the far northeast corner of the paradise island. Depl...

SEEN Restaurants in Bangkok and Koh Samui revolutionise lifestyle entertainment with a celebration of dining, art and retro-chic weekend pool parties. From the buzzing beachfront of Thailand’s most iconic island, Chaweng Beach on Koh Samui, to the bright lights of Bangkok’s skyline, SEEN is renowned for delivering sinfully good fun in the hottest locations. Both venues are ready to welcome back guests with an unmissable selection of reopening parties.

Whether for a bachelorette party, birthday celebration or just a little fun in the sun, groups of girls will soon be flocking to one of Koh Samui’s newest tropical retreats, thanks to a package tailored just for the ladies.

Step aboard the new Avani+ Samui longtail fishing boat to experience Koh Samui’s untouched natural beauty. This experience allows guest to explore the gorgeous island paradise of Koh Madsum – and it’s our treat!

Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort is delighted to announce that Executive Chef Azizskandar Awang has won the prestigious Chef Hotelier of the Year award at The Hotelier Awards Asia 2018. The fifth annual Hotelier Awards was hosted on 23 May 2018 in Singapore to recognise outstanding professional excellence across Asia’s hospitality sector. Attended by over 350 hoteliers and industry professionals, the glittering event celebrated award winners who shone amongst stiff competition, decided by a panel of expert industry judges in a two-round process, based on applications, interviews and testimonials.