January 31st, 2007

Amata Lanna, the new boutique in Chiang Mai


Soft opening in February, the Amata Lanna is the new luxurious boutique alternative in Chiang Mai. Within walking distance of Wat Chai Mongkol, the Night Bazaar, and the Mae Ping River, the property is a harmonious fusion of traditional Thai ambience and modern amenities, including a Jacuzzi and an HD plasma LCD screen TV in every room.

January 31st, 2007

Sheraton Chiang Mai now Holiday Inn

On 1st April 2007, the Sheraton Chiang Mai will be rebranded as a Holiday Inn. The hotel has 526 guestrooms and 3,300 square metres of meeting space.

January 31st, 2007

Thailand airport tax increased

Please note that airport tax in Thailand was increased on 1st February 2007. The International Flight tax increased from 500 Baht to 700 Baht, and the Domestic Flight Tax from 50 Baht to 100 Baht.

January 31st, 2007

Uthai River Lake completes room additions


Uthai River Lake has completed the construction of ten riverside rooms. Located on Koh Tepo accros the Sakaerang River from Uthai Thani, this charming resort makes an excellent stopover for groups travelling around Thailand by bus. Located between Ayuthaya and Sukhothai, Uthai Thani is often skipped by tour groups and retains a charming, Thai atmosphere that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. See our tariff for programs featuring Uthai Thani or contact thailand@Exotissimo.com.

January 31st, 2007

The Best of Thai Cooking

The delicate blend of exotic herbs, spices, fruits and fresh ingredients makes Thai stand out as one of the world’s most flavourful cuisines. Exotissimo’s choice for a cooking course in Chiang Mai is Kaohom. Lessons are conducted in the gardens of a lovely house in the Chiang Mai countryside.