Our Thailand team has created new excursions in Phang Nga Bay which tour the bay on private longtail boats and allow travelers to stop whenever they desire. Two options are available for lunch- a private beach barbeque or an on-board picnic lunch.

These trips make an exclusive opportunity to experience Phuket’s waters without the crowds. View the itinerary and rates here.

The popular Abacus Restaurant recently reopened at a brand new location closer to downtown Siem Reap. Abacus continues to offer the same fine French-Asian cuisine with a large selection of wines. This restaurant is recommended for both FITs and groups as it has an air-conditioned dining room that seats 50 guests, a private dining room for 14 guests and a garden terrace that can host up to 60 people.

At 13.00 today (5 August) the Koh Samui airport reopened and flights have resumed as normal.

A Bangkok Airways plane crashed earlier today at the Koh Samui airport. There were no Exotissimo clients on board this airplane. Flights to and from Koh Samui are currently suspended but we are expecting them to resume this evening or tomorrow morning. We will keep you informed of the updates and will make alternative travel arrangements for clients should the need arise.

Located 10km from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, the newly-opened Best Western Premier Amaranth Hotel is the first mid-range hotel option near the busy airport hub. Ideal for short or transit stays in Bangkok, the 278 room property is a welcomed alternative to the existing options and offers special 4-hour and 10-hour rates for transit guests. Guests receive complimentary transfers to the airport as well as shuttle bus services to the nearest sky train station.