BANGKOK: Downtown deluxe

At the end of a busy day of shopping, culture or business, you can enjoy a great night’s sleep in the comfort of its superior room from Bt3,310 per night. Call (02) 209 888 or book online at www.NovotelBKK.com

 

Dinner with Philippe Bohrer

Celebrate the return of Michelin-star French Chef Philippe Bohrer – owner of the famed “Au Crocodile” Restaurant from Alsace, France from November 14 to 18 as he jets into town for an exclusive gastronomic extravaganza at the D’Sens Restaurant, Dusit Thani Bangkok. His four-course Gourmet Luncheon is priced at Bt 1,500, the five-course dinner Menu Decouverte is Bt 2,100 and the seven-course dinner Menu Degustation is Bt3,100. The highlight will be the “Guigal Wine Dinner” on November 17, when his exquisite menu is paired with some internationally famous vintages from Guigal’s Condrieu and Cote-Rotie vineyards. The special wine dinner is at Bt3,600 per person. Call (02) 200 9000 extension 2499 or email: [email protected]. 

 

Down by the river

Anantara Bangkok Riverside Resort & Spa offers an introductory “Journey Begins” package at Bt3,888 per room per night. Experience the famous Chao Phraya River with a special upgrade to Deluxe River View Room and linger longer with a 3pm check out. Enjoy full buffet breakfast each morning and stay connected with in room high speed internet access. Discover delectable meals with a 25 per cent discount on food and beverage at any of 10 fine restaurants or bars including Brio, the only authentic Italian restaurant in Thon Buri. Pamper yourself in the spa with a 25 per cent discount on all massage and facial treatments. The deal is good until April 30. Call (02) 476 0022 or email [email protected]. Visit www.anantara.com.

 

Getting fit with Jim

Jim Fitness Centre at LIT! Bangkok Hotel is now open. Jim is located on the ground floor overlooking the hotel’s centre lawn and offers a wide range of exercise equipment along with certified instructors to help you get the most from your work out. Members receive a 30-per-cent discount on massage treatments and 20-per-cent off packages at Kiriya Spa along with other benefits. The annual fee is Bt18,000 while monthly membership goes for Bt 2,000. The first 20 members pay Bt15,000. Find out more at (02) 612 3456 or visit http://LitBangkok.com.

 

CHIANG MAI

Lazy Sunday at Siripanna

Siripanna Villa Resort & Spa, Chiang Mai is offering Sunday lunch from now until December 25. Chill with a jazz band under the shade of a banyan tree while enjoying modern world cuisine at Slee Banyan restaurant and experience Japanese food, Modern Western, a cheese station, Thai and Northern Thai dishes and various mouth-watering desserts for Bt 599 per person from noon through 3pm. Call (053) 371 999 or visit www.Siripanna.com.

 

Phuket

Boathouse Resort back in business

The Boathouse Resort on the Beach, formerly known as Mom Tri’s Boathouse, celebrates its reopening by offering guests two night’s accommodation for the price of one throughout November. The completely renovated and refurbished Boathouse Wine and Grill offers many new additions, such as a brand new open kitchen and its Captain’s Table. Known for its exquisite Thai and French cuisine, and lavished with several Wine Spectator Awards since 1995, the restaurant is the perfect place to celebrate a birthday, an anniversary, a romantic dinner, or just to enjoy a relaxed meal in a great ambience. Call (076) 330 015-7 or email: [email protected]. Visit www.BoathousePhuket.com or Facebook.com/boathousephuket.