Virtuoso Best of the Best 2009 - (Page 67) SIX SenSeS hIdeAwAy SAMuI - A SALA ProPerty Koh Samui, Thailand Escape to the Six Senses Hideaway Samui – A SALA Property for its intimate ambiance and its unabashedly romantic vibe. Set on the northern tip of lush Samui Island, the resort has thought of every amenity, from personal butlers, to outdoor spa treatments, to movies under the stars. Start your day with sunrise yoga, then enjoy a lavish breakfast feast of waffles, pancakes and Asian delicacies – regular tables, daybeds and Thaistyle cushions are available for seating. Later, visit the Hideaway Spa for a holistic treatment using all-natural products, then lounge by the central swimming pool or in your own plunge pool. dIStAnCe FroM koh SAMuI AIrPort (uSM): vIrtuoSo AMenIty Welcome cocktails and one 50-minute spa treatment per person, once per stay. In the know The Thai massage class provides a deeper understanding of Thai healing practices, along with a massage guide and oil to take home. 4 mi/6 km 67 AMAnPurI Phuket, Thailand Amanpuri translates in Sanskirt to a “place of peace,” a fitting name for such a tranquil destination. Designed for your complete relaxation and rejuvenation, the resort was the firstborn of the Aman family of resorts. The pavilions and villas here are interconnected through a series of elevated walkways; beneath the thatched roofs you’ll find 40 accommodations, each with an outdoor sala, king-size bed, separate bath and shower and mesmerizing views; pavilions 103 and 105 have the best vistas of the Andaman Sea. As lavish as your room is, venture to the cliffside spa, where skilled therapists administer bespoke treatments. dIStAnCe FroM Phuket AIrPort (hkt): ASIA & PACI F I C vIrtuoSo AMenIty Lunch for two (excluding beverages), once per stay. In the know Try the two-hour Puri treatment, in which spa practitioners press a heated herbal stamp onto acupressure points to release energy and stress. 20 minutes bAnyAn tree Phuket Phuket, Thailand Sitting pretty at the edge of the gentle Andaman Sea, Banyan Tree Phuket is a household name among spa enthusiasts. If you’re among them and haven’t yet experienced this tropical paradise, make your plans now. The spa has been internationally recognized as one of the best in the world, thanks to its heavenly locale, excellent spa cuisine and menu of rejuvenating treatments. Between massages and meditation, unwind in your Lagoon Pool Villa; your illuminated plunge pool and outdoor sunken bath will vie for your attention. Later, choose from a variety of fine eateries, including Tamarind for fresh fish and seafood. dIStAnCe FroM Phuket AIrPort (hkt): vIrtuoSo AMenIty Lunch for two (excluding alcohol, tax and gratuity), once per stay and roundtrip airport transfers. In the know Have a romantic sunset dinner for two aboard the resort’s traditional longtail boat, aptly named “Sanya Rak” or “Promise of Love”! 20 minutes
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