We pulled up to the Andara Resort & Villas at twilight. The sun had already set. The sea was an iridescent blue, the skies a similar hue.
Phuket Press Trip (Part 5)
From the 45 minute taxi ride from my country abode in the northernmost Hong Kong to the three hour flight on board Dragonair to Phuket chatting with some newly met friends to spending the enitre afternoon in 42 degree heat on board a luxurious yacht.
Phuket Press Trip (Part 3)
Following a sumptuous lunch that ran from Western salads to Thai curries to yummy desserts, boat boys conveyed us in small groups by launch to a nearby karst.
Thailand: Phuket Press Trip (Part 2)
The anchor was hoisted, the ropes were untied, and we set sail through the beautiful waters off the coast off Phuket, which were punctuated by imposing outcroppings of karst – or limestone.
Hotels & Resorts: Pet Peeves (Part IV)
From light switches that are hard to find to electrical outlets are located in difficult to access places to insufficient lighting at steps, lighting presents a mind field of hazards at many hotels
Hotels & Resorts: A Few Pet Peeves (Part III)
Usurious charges for making local phone calls or using the Internet are among the most widely held pet peeves among frequent travelers, a General Manager at a 5 star resort tells a travel writer Taylor.
Hotels & Resorts: A Few Pet Peeves (Part II)
A travel blogger often gets to stay at sumptuous hotels and resorts. But as beautiful looking as some of them might be, they often have too much 'Wow!' factor - and not enough convenience.
Scandinavians First to Head Off the Beaten Track
The Swedes discovered Greater Khanom about 10 years ago, and the Finns and Danes followed five years later. The Norwegians, meanwhile, headed to Bali.
Aava Resort and Spa on Nadan Beach in Khanon [Thailand]
Two Finnish backpackers opened a luxurious resort hotel in Southern Thailand.
King ‘ s Cup Elephant Polo in Chiang Mai Raises Money for Endangered Species
Thailand: King's Cup Polo Tournament in Chiang Mai raises money for elephants and children.