Monthly Archives: June 2013

Anantara’s elephant therapy project for autistic children — a world first

Posted on June 30, 2013 by jimcarr

“THE THAI ELEPHANT THERAPY PROJECT is a world first and it showcases Thailand as a pioneer in the support of research into alternative therapy solutions”, notes John Roberts, Anantara’s director of elephants and conservation efforts. “Results from the project showed … Continue reading →

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Special last-minute rates from Centara

Posted on June 26, 2013 by jimcarr

SPECIAL LAST-MINUTE SEASONAL RATES are being offered By Centara Hotels & Resorts throughout Thailand and overseas destinations for all room categories. The special rates are available until Oct. 31, 2013 at selected Centara properties in Phuket, Krabi, Hat Yai, Samui, Pattaya, … Continue reading →

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Let’s Bikini rooftop pool party at VIE Bangkok

Posted on June 24, 2013 by jimcarr

WEAR A BIKINI and get a free ticket to CIE Bangkok‘s Let’s Bikini rooftop pool party on Sunday, June 30, featuring non-stop music from 4 pm on supplied by four guest DJs — SSD, Phunknomenon, loyalty Lite and Benz Princess … Continue reading →

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Applications for Thai Spa Awards close June 30

Posted on June 23, 2013 by jimcarr

IF YOU’RE PLANNING to enter the 2nd annual Thai Spa & Well-Being Awards, be sure your application is submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, June 28. Application forms are available online at info@thaispassociation.com. Completed applications, however, must be submitted to Ms. … Continue reading →

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SALA Samui’s Honeymoon of a lifetime

Posted on June 19, 2013 by jimcarr

SALA SAMUI is offering a Honeymoon-of-a-lifetime package that features “four nights and five days of romantic bliss”. The package includes: VIP arrival cool towel and welcome beverage; red roses, handmade chocolates, sparkling wine, fruit basket and floral bed decoration; candlelit dinner for … Continue reading →

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TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence for 22 Centara properties

Posted on June 16, 2013 by jimcarr

TWENTY-TWO properties operated by Centara Hotels & Resorts have been awarded the 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. Of these, 20 are in Thailand, one in the Maldives and the other, in Vietnam. The newly released certification, which is based on … Continue reading →

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Dalai Lama keynote speaker at 2013 Global Spa Summit

Posted on June 13, 2013 by jimcarr

THE DALAI LAMA, TENZIN GYATSO, one of the world’s most popular spiritual leaders, will be keynote speaker at the 7th annual Global Spa’s Wellness Summit, set for New Delhi, India, in October. His Holiness describes himself as a simple Buddhist monk. … Continue reading →

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First global destination spa forum set for India

Posted on June 12, 2013 by jimcarr

A DEDICATED FORUM, defined as fully immersive, all-inclusive spa and wellness retreats, will lead off this year’s Global Spa & Wellness Summit (GSWS) at New Delhi, India, Oct. 5-7. The global spa forum represents the first time leaders from 1,500-plus … Continue reading →

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Hansar Samui’s luxury tropical retreat couples package

Posted on June 10, 2013 by jimcarr

HANSAR SAMUI is offering a luxury tropical romantic retreat that includes a full list of special offerings – from cooking to massages. The package, which is being offered from now until Dec. 13, 2013, includes: Three-nights accommodation for two in Sea view … Continue reading →

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Wellness retreat at Phulay Bay’s Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Posted on June 6, 2013 by jimcarr

RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE at Phulay Bay is offering an exotic wellness retreat, designed to “refresh   your soul and mind” that focuses on awareness of your mind, body and spirit,   using ancient therapies and techniques. Phulay Bay is the first … Continue reading →

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