La Folie Lodge will be closed for the months of August and September in 2009. Please check other hotels for room availability if you have clients travelling to Champassek during this period.

The Bai Tram is a true hideaway nestled in a secluded bay just south of Quy Nhon, a beach on the south central coast of Vietnam. All 7 villas are located right on the beach, with a spacious veranda overlooking the water. The exteriors reflect the traditional elements of local architecture, with thatched roofs, antique wooden doors and solid bamboo details, while the interiors reveals amenities and comfort for a luxurious stay.

Following major renovations, the upgraded Lao Spirit Resort is now ready to receive guests for the new season. The open-air restaurant underwent a substantial facelift while new coats of paint and refurbishments were given to the 5 traditional style bungalows. Nestled amid the jungles by the Nam Khan River, this resort in Luang Prabang will be welcomed by nature and adventure lovers.

An increasingly popular property, the Rottanak Resort is an oasis of calm in the heart of Battambang. A cluster of 10 traditional thatched roof bungalows, the boutique resort is the first of its kind in Battambang with its offer of a large outdoor swimming pool. The rooms feature minimalist décor, four-poster beds, open concept bathrooms and an outdoor seating area.

Recently opened in Luang Prabang, the Bel Air Resort is a tranquil property set by the Nam Khan River banks. The resort features a huge manicured garden and a colonial building that houses the 6 classic and deluxe rooms. The Bel Air is a perfect place to unwind with picturesque views of the river and Mount Phousi.

“Kala” means “coconut shell” in Thai, and it is also the name of the latest boutique resort in Koh Samui. The Kala is a lifestyle resort that provides guests with a touch of Samui and a memorable getaway experience. The resort wants to offer guests the feeling of “being slipped the keys to an incredibly stylish friend’s home”. This new property is comprised of 30 deluxe rooms and 8 pool villas with all units facing the sea. Facilities include the 26th Degree restaurant and The Rabbit Bar, as well as the Agarin Spa that caters to the relaxation and indulgence of guests. Perched atop a cliff in Lamai District, the hotel overlooks the Gulf of Siam.

The chic Indigo Pearl Hotel is situated along Nai Yang Beach (near Sirinath National Park) in northern Phuket. Architecturally inspired by Phuket’s tin mining past, the hotel is one big museum with a detailed eye of the “industrial art” concept. The friendly staffs are helpful and totally at ease in their working environment. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and boast of imaginative design. Despite having 243 guestrooms, the whole resort still retains a cosy and almost “boutique” atmosphere. Right across the street from the resort lies one of the most beautiful and secluded beaches in Phuket. Guests can wander along the beach for some shopping, enjoy a massage or tuck in to freshly barbequed tiger prawns. The amazing service of the hotel staff along with the conceptual design definitely makes Indigo Pearl a superb deluxe choice.

There are few luxurious accommodation offerings in Khao Sok National Park. However, this is set to change when the Tree Tops Resort finishes upgrading its facilities to a first-class level. The upgraded resort will feature a huge tree covering the main building and an enormous pool. Currently, Tree Tops is still offering tree houses accommodation amongst the rainforest canopy and plans to upgrade their floating raft houses on Chieo Lan Lake are now underway. The upgraded resort is expected to be operational by November 2008. One of the oldest forests in the world, Khao Sok offers a truly amazing landscape of elephants, waterfalls and a crystal clear Chieo Lan Lake surrounded by stunning limestone formations.

The Le Paradis Boutique Resort & Spa will be closed for major renovation works from 1 April 2009. The resort’s current 26 villas will be overhauled and replaced by 40 poolside villas. Meanwhile, the sales, marketing and reservation teams will be working as usual during the rebuilding period. The Le Paradis is scheduled to reopen on 1 May 2010.

A stone’s thow away from The Beach Boutique Resort in Krabi is the Nantra de Deluxe. It is one of the two “Nantra Hotels and Resorts” properties currently managed by the Chic and Stylish Hotel Collection, with the other being Nantra de Boutique in Pattaya. A key attribute that makes Nantra properties stand out is its emphasis on healthy living, relaxation, nature and greenery. With its unique health spa, traditional Thai massages and a team of experienced and qualified health practitioners, Nantra de Deluxe is a natural choice for guests seeking rejuvenation in a tranquil and sophisticated Bali-esque style setting.

Life Heritage Resort Hoi An has finally re-opened. Earlier this year from February to June, the resort was closed for renovation to repair the damages incurred during the heavy floods last October. It also took the opportunity to improve on its existing charming facilities during the closure. We are delighted that this property, one of our favourite places from which to explore the heritage town of Hoi An, is now available again.

The inaugural boutique resort, The Beach Boutique Resort, has finally opened its doors at Had Yao (Long Beach) in Krabi. The owner, inspired by the famous movie “The Beach” starring Leonardo di Caprio, decided to name the resort after the movie. Residing on a long and pristine stretch of beach along Had Yao, each of the 17 villas combines contemporary designs with modern comforts, so you can be sure to relax in the tranquility and seclusion offered by this romantic beachfront resort.

This Summer, we’re pleased to announce a promotion with the Nam Hai. Everyone loves the Nam Hai, and the summer is the best time to visit central Vietnam’s beaches, including Hoi An and Nha Trang.

From 1st April to 30th September, 1-Bedroom villas will be available at 2007 rates. Furthermore, for 2-night 1-Bedroom villa stays, the Nam Hai will provide airport transfers or a 60 minute Vietnamese massage per stay. During this time, for 1-5 Bedroom Pool Villas, the Nam Hai is also offering Pay 2/Stay 3 or Pay 3/Stay 4 deals.