CHIANG MAI: A splashing good time

The FANtastic Songkran package is available for booking from April 5 to 21, with the rate starting at Bt9,999 covering one night’s accommodation in your chosen Suite or Villa and daily American buffet breakfast for two at Akaligo Restaurant. Stay two consecutive nights and receive a complimentary third night. The offer is valid for local residents of Thailand, with ID card or work permit required upon check in. Call (053) 888 888 or e-mail: [email protected].

 

BANGKOK

Soakings and the city

When the world’s greatest water fight hits the streets of Bangkok, the sense of enjoyment is beyond measure. To accommodate the joyful celebrations that mark the Thai New Year, Dusit Thani Bangkok is offering a Dusit Songkran Splash package throughout April. The offer includes 25 per cent discount off Dusit best available rate, complimentary buffet breakfast for 2 people, “come 2 pay 1” for buffet lunch and dinner at The Pavilion restaurant, 20-per-cent discount off the a la carte menu at il cielo Italian restaurant and a Songkran Survival Kit (distributed only during the Songkran Festival on April 13 to 15). The package requires a minimum of two consecutive nights stay. Call (02) 200 9000 or e-mail: [email protected].

 

Conference calls

Concentrate on your business meeting and revel in luxury with the lebua Meeting Experience package from April 1 to October 31. The rates start at Bt6,600 per single and include a 1-bedroom Tower Club Suite, complimentary minibar, high speed Internet access, use of Tower Club Lounge for breakfast, lunch and drinks, early check in and late checkout, use of meeting room from 8am to 5pm, three coffee breaks, choice of buffet or set menu for lunch, one LCD Projector, pinboards and whiteboard plus discount on Business Centre services. Call (02) 624 9999 or e-mail: [email protected]. 

 

NEW ZEALAND

Fun for all the family

Tourism New Zealand partners with Singapore Airlines for a new campaign highlighting New Zealand as the ultimate destination for family holidays. The campaign, which runs through April 16, offers not-to-be-missed deals ranging from $938 for 6 days/5 nights South Island self-drive holiday to $1,898 for 7 days/6 nights South Island tour. Singapore/Christchurch round trip fares via Singapore Airlines are on sale at $1,218. Travel period is from May to July. A full list of promotional airfares and holiday packages is available at www.NewZealand.com, and on trade partner sites Chan Brothers, CTC Travel, Dynasty Travel and Holiday Tours.

 

AIR TRAVEL

Travelling heavy

Bangkok Airways is offering a prepaid baggage service for passengers who would like to purchase over-weight baggage in advance. Prepaid packages start from Bt300 per 5 kilograms for domestic routes and Bt1,000 per 5 kilograms for international routes  – depending on destinations. Call 1771 or Bangkok Airways offices at least 24 hours prior travelling time or simply purchase through www.BangkokAir.com at least 4 hours prior to travel.

 

BALI AND BEYOND

Memories of a happy day

Defined by luxury and refinement, and set in stunning surroundings, trend-setting Orient-Express Hotels are launching a host of pre-wedding photography packages throughout their Asian properties to capture lasting memories for a couple’s big day. A bride and groom-to-be can choose from three distinct, award-winning properties: Ubud Hanging Gardens in Bali, Jimbaran Puri Bali, and Napasai in Koh Samui, Thailand in which to have their photographs taken. Prices range from US$2,480 to$ 3,715 and include accommodation, professional photographers and makeup artists. Visit www.Orient-Express.com.