SI SA KET AND BEYOND: Architecture of another age
Siam Society is organising a study trip to the Khmer ruins in Buriram, Si Sa Ket and Surin provinces from March 1 to 3.
The three-day trip will take culture buffs to Phnom Rung Historical Park, Prasat Mueang Tam and Wat Sra Kamphaeng Yai among other historical sites. Led by Somlak Charoenpot, the all-inclusive trip costs Bt16,500 and Bt18,500 for non-members. Call (02) 661 6470-7 or email [email protected].
BANGKOK
Saturday surprises
Northgate Ratchayothin Serviced Residence is extending its “Surprising Saturday” promotion until March 31. Enjoy Saturday night with 30-per-cent discount when booking a studio room for only Bt1,750 net per night. Included is breakfast for two people and in-room Wi-Fi Internet connectivity. Northgate Ratchayothin Serviced Residence is located opposite SCB Park on Ratchadaphisek Road. Call (02) 939 7949 or email [email protected]. Visit www.NorthgateBangkok.com.
Legend on the river
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, offers a weeklong “Legend of the Oriental” package from now until March 31. The price starts at Bt14,849 per night for two sharing. Highlights include two delectable dining experiences at the hotel’s famed restaurants and a pampering treatment at the award winning Oriental Spa. The Afternoon Tea Talk and Historical Tour of the premises, including the renowned Authors’ Lounge in the Old Wing, where the legend began, offers an insider’s view of this legendary hotel with insights into some of the celebrated authors who have stayed here. Call (02) 659 9000 or visit www.MandarinOriental.com.
SAMUI
Cooking up a storm
Chef Luke MacLeod from the InterContinental Samui Baan Taling Ngam Resort leads guests on a culinary expedition by tuk-tuk to Samui’s organic farm before bringing them into his open-plan kitchen at the resort’s Amber restaurant for an exclusive cooking class. The price is Bt3,900 per person for a group of two to four people and includes lunch. Call (077) 429 100 or visit http://Samui.InterDontinental.com.
AIR TICKETS
Flying high for free
AirAsia’s Zero-Baht sale is back, offering 1 million promotional seats for travel until early 2014. The free seats are available for booking on AirAsia.com today and tomorrow for travel between August 20 and February 9. Enjoy 1 million promotional seats to exciting destinations and all-in-fares from as low as Bt107 one way to domestic destinations. Bookings will be accepted until 11pm tomorrow night so log on now to www.AirAsia.com for the very best deals.
CHIANG MAI
Romantic retreat
Panviman Chiang Mai Spa Resort greets the new year with a Magical Retreat Package that’s valid until March 31. It covers 2 nights in a Valley Deluxe Room for 2 persons, daily breakfast, welcome drink and cold towel, welcome fruit basket, one Thai set dinner for 2 persons, 60-minute stress release massage, free Wi-Fi and access to the hotel's facilities. Rates range from Bt10,900 to Bt34,000 depending on room type. Call (02) 459 4705-7, e-mail: [email protected] or book online at www.Panviman.com.
