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Trang in the Andaman Sea. The sun is so bright it hurts your eyes. The coast is a tropical landscape accented with palms and bizarre trees. Romance ﬁlls the air. Once the last brush stroke has been applied to that mental image, you’ll have an idea of what a Thailand honeymoon is like. A thrilling destination any time, Thailand morphs into magic when it’s a honeymoon backdrop—and the Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa, a member of the Virtuoso collection of upscale resorts, will enthrall. This excellent destination is perfect for couples who want their marriage certiﬁcate illustrated by exquisite memories garnered in a place known for its laid-back luxury. It’s one of the highest rated hotels and resorts of the Anantara chain. This tropical haven sprawls on a private beach just one hour removed from Krabi Airport in Thailand’s Si Kao District, separated from Phuket by an arm of the Andaman Sea. Thai Airways offers several daily ﬂights from Thailand. This splendid 138-room resort makes the most of its natural surroundings through textures, colors and natural materials that blend pleasantly in Thai-inspired designs. Active couples will enjoy sailing, snorkeling, diving, windsurﬁng, waterskiing and even swimming among sea cows. They can also learn the intricacies of Thai cuisine while preparing a full Thai meal in cooking classes led by a noted chef. Guests can also learn the art of kae-sa-luk, Thai fruit and vegetable carving. Si Kao is so full of ﬁrst-rate amenities that there’s little need to leave the complex. Its deluxe garden terrace rooms have direct access to tropical gardens, while oceanfront accommodations have private balconies with views of the beach and Koh Mook Island looming in the distance. Rates for a garden room run approximately $320 per night dbl; oceanfront accommodations cost about $400. A king suite on the water is around $1,000. Reservations made 45 days in advance receive a 25 percent discount. Contact: sikao.anantara.com six senses con dao Found on Con Son Island, about 145 miles from Ho Chi Minh City and less than one hour’s ﬂight on Vietnam Airlines, the recently opened Six Senses Con Dao is perfect for couples seeking a remote tropical wonderland where nature blends easily with the resort’s atmosphere. Six Senses is a company that manages ﬁrst-class resorts under different brand names in several countries. These are by no means cookie cutter, run-of-the-mill resorts. In Con Dao, luxury prevails. The place is synonymous with elegance, with 50 villas featuring individual inﬁnity pools and unobstructed views of the South China Sea. Its superb service will satisfy the most discriminating guest. The resort is named after a 16-island archipelago famous for crystal-clear blue-green waters, powdery beaches, mangrove forests and coral reefs. With a half-mile private beach leading to shallow, warm waters and Elephant Head, an imposing mountain in the background, Con Dao has all the elements for a memorable time in an equally memorable location. It has seven classes of accommodations, ranging from intimate oceanfront villas to 4-bedroom suites, each designed to provide the utmost comfort. The remote location and the sense of privacy in a spectacular continued on page 75 IDYLLIC ISLANDS Earn up to 15% commission Over 40 Years Experience Excellent reputation Members of USTOA Best Airfares Quality Staff who have traveled extensively We offer a variety of travel ideas Price Guarantee We really care 2016613-20 june 2011 73 800 667 6601 . www.islandsescapes.com http://sikao.anantara.com http://www.islandsescapes.com http://www.islandsescapes.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Recommend June 2011

Editor's Notes/Agent Speak
Club Med Weddings by Imagine
A Perfect Honeymoon
Super-Sexy Voyages by Sea
Home-Based Happily Ever Afters
Kiss & Tell
Saying "I Do" on an Island
The Best Beach Honeymoons
Brazil Travel Planner
Say "I Do" to Central America
Steamy Love in South America
Finding Honeymoon Gems in Europe
Mesmerizing Retreats
Exotic Africa—The Perfect Honeymoon Haven
Five Fiery Honeymoons in Mexico
Mexico Says "I Do" to Destination Weddings

Recommend June 2011