Experience the Glamour of Anantara Resorts in Phuket Step into the sun-kissed world of the chart-topping ‘Mother of the Bride’ and live out your silver screen dreams in the very locations that charmed over 26.7 million Netflix viewers worldwide in its debut weekend. Directed by Mark Waters, who is known for his work on ‘Freaky Friday’ and ‘Mean Girls’, the hit romantic comedy was filmed at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas and is a love letter to the enchanting island of Phuket in Thailand. For a taste of celebrity life with a full suite of VIP services and amenities, book the Two-Bedroom Royal Villa by Jim Thompson, which Brooke Shields’ character Lana called home during filming. Nestled just a whisper away from the soft, white sands of Mai Khao B...
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New Netflix film ‘Mother of the Bride’ puts a new spotlight Thailand has established itself as the go-to destination for Hollywood and international filmmakers, leveraging its stunning locales to boost tourism and support the local economy. Highlighting Thailand’s allure is the recent production of Mother of the Bride, an American romantic comedy directed by Mark Waters which was shot at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas, both operated by Minor Hotels. In 2022, the Thai government took a bold step to waive personal income tax for foreign talent for five years, augmenting an already attractive film incentive system. Since then, the programme was further enhanced to offer foreign film productions a cash rebate of up to 20%, with Phuket emerging as a ...
Read MoreIndian travelers have reason to celebrate as The Royal Thai Government has decided to extend the 𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝐄𝐗𝐄𝐌𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 for Indian Nationals until 10 November, 2024. This exemption was due to end on 10 May, 2024. Thailand Government had announced Visa exemption for India alongwith tourists from few other countries last year. Exemption started from November 2023. Extension of Visa exemption was announced today. After this date, standard visa requirements will return, unless extended further. Under the Visa exemption maximum permitted stay in Thailand is of 30 days. Thus Indian travellers can just purchase a return air ticket and fly in to Thailand. India is a crucial source market for Thailand's tourism industry; it ranks fourth after Malaysia, China, and Singapore, as of 2023. Outsid...
Read MoreFrom a grill-focused menu brimming with seasonal produce to guided astronomy sessions paired with craft cocktails and hands-on Thai cooking classes, Dara Cuisine Phuket and Sky Observatory at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort is poised to become the island’s new go-to venue for modern Thai dining and stargazing. Dara, meaning ‘star’ in Thai, celebrates the country’s culinary heritage and intrepid Andaman seafarers who used stars for navigation and the new Sky Observatory is a stargazer’s paradise. The breezy observatory deck, equipped with a custom-built Ash dome, offers an intimate rooftop experience where the universe unfolds. As guests sip on constellation-inspired craft cocktails, Sky Storytellers guide them through the wonders of the night sky, inviting them ...
Read MoreVisama Mae Chan luxury tented camp in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, has announced special new promotions including offers for the Songkran water festival period, family summer packages, and a simple one-night bed and breakfast rate. The exclusive 10-room five-star service tented camp, which opened in December, occupies a scenic location in a five-hectare teak wood forest grove in the hills above Mae Chan town, a 40-minute drive from Chiang Rai airport. For Songkran and all of April Full of value-added features, the Songkran Bliss packages are 4D/3N or 3D/2N and include roundtrip airport transfers from Chiang Rai airport, daily breakfast and dinner, on-call butler service, one signature excursion per stay, 20% off food and drink, one in-house activity per stay for two, and a ...
Read MoreWhat happens when two Michelin Star chefs come together for an exquisite fusion? The bar for gastronomy is astronomically raised. Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the ultra-luxurious sanctuary on the serene shores of the Andaman Sea welcomed Chef David Hartwig of IGNIV Bangkok for a sensational Four Hands dinner with Chef Christian Herrgesell of Phulay Bay. The exclusive six-course fine-dining journey was hosted at Lae Lay, the contemporary restaurant overlooking the serene Andaman Sea. David Hartwig, Head Chef of IGNIV Bangkok, the highly acclaimed Michelin-starred Swiss restaurant at The St. Regis Bangkok. Discerning guests invited to embark on an unforgettable journey from the Mountains to the Sea. In this elegant setting, as the sun sets and casts a golden glow over the ocea...
Read MoreMinor Hotels marks sustainability milestone as 20th property earns prestigious certification Minor Hotels, a leading global hotel owner and operator, has achieved a new milestone in its vision for sustainable hospitality, with 20 of its properties earning the prestigious Green Growth 2050 Platinum Certification. The achievement underscores Minor’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility across its global operations, which span 56 countries. Anantara Chiang Mai Resort in Thailand became the 20th property operated by Minor to achieve the Platinum certification, scoring 90% or more across a rigorous assessment of environmental, social, and cultural measures set by the Green Growth 2050 Global Standard. It joins 19 other Anantara, Avani and N...
Read MoreIn the lush embrace of the northern Thai jungle, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort, in partnership with Golden Triangle Asian Elephant Foundation (GTAEF), is trumpeting the arrival of Thai National Elephant Day on 13 March. This year’s festivities promise an unforgettable tribute to these majestic creatures, with a jumbo celebration that includes medical massages, a fruit feast fit for a king, craft market and cultural ceremonies that resonate with the spirit of Thailand. Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort has been a sanctuary for 20 elephants rescued from the urban sprawl and illegal logging camps. Alongside GTAEF, they provide a haven not just for these gentle giants, but also for their mahouts and families, ensuring a future where tradition and...
Read MoreCafé Wolseley, the esteemed Bangkok eatery from London, has announced the transition of its celebrated pop-up at Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel into a permanent fixture, following a successful one-year residency. This marks a new chapter in international expansion for The Wolseley Hospitality Group, renowned for its iconic London venues such as The Wolseley and The Delaunay. Embracing the grand café culture of Europe, Café Wolseley Bangkok marries British elegance with continental flair, presenting a menu that features Wolseley favourites alongside innovative creations. The ambience of the ground-floor restaurant is a thoughtful orchestration of old-world charm and contemporary touches, creating the perfect backdrop to enjoy such signature dishes as the “Prawn & ...
Read MoreThe five-star Visama Mae Chan in northern Thailand is targeting small corporate groups THE newly opened luxury Visama Mae Chan tented camp in northern Thailand has announced that it is available for private corporate buyouts. The fully five-star tented camp, which opened in December, is targeting corporate buyouts for board meetings, strategic planning retreats and incentive reward bookings. It is also making the property available for private takeovers by families, groups of friends and intimate wedding parties. Each group will have a dedicated in-house event manager to make sure proceedings go smoothly. The camp’s founders, VHG Hospitality Asia, have created a service culture and property that can host ten executives and their partners in ten safari tents imported from S...
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