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Anantara’s family-friendly five-star fun
Luxe luggage for littlies
Anantara Resorts have created a range of unforgettable luxury escapes with families in mind. Not only does the luxury resort group offer plenty of unique child-friendly activities but now is actively spoiling their younger guests with little extras such as welcome and departure gifts, kids’ in-room amenities and turn-down treats, ensuring that their holiday of a lifetime is perfect from start to end. In Thailand, the kids can learn the Thai commands to drive their very own gentle giant at Anantara Golden Triangle Resort & Spa’s famous on-site Elephant Camp and at Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa on the Andaman Coast, kids receive welcome backpacks, containing a map highlighting the most fun resort facilities, of which there are lots.
In Abu Dhabi, Anantara invites families to follow in the footsteps of ancient Bedouins and famous explorers at the oasis retreat of Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort. You can even create a joint Arabian adventure by combining a desert stay with a nature and wildlife escape on Sir Bani Yas Island at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara. In the Maldives, sun-loving families can call the Indian Ocean their playground at Anantara Kihavah Villas where a pirate cruise sails families to an uninhabited island to hunt for treasure. While at Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, younger guests can learn about protecting the future of this unique Maldivian destination in an educational excursion with the resident marine biologist. www.anantara.com
Samsonite Sammies cabinsize rollaboard suitcases are so irresistibly cute they’ll have your little frequent flyers begging to carry their own bags. As safe and practical as you would expect in a high quality Samsonite product, the fun range of lovable animal designs includes a giraffe, crocodile, elephant, butterfly, bear and ladybug. www.samsoniteaustralia.com
Culinary classes in Cambodia by royal appointment Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap is offering families one of the most bespoke cooking classes South East Asia has to offer. Children as young as five are welcome to join their parents as they learn to create authentic Cambodian cuisine from recipes originating from the Royal Household. Raffles’ chefs accompany guests to the local morning markets to select produce, before returning to the kitchens of Restaurant Le Grand for a lesson in preparing Royal Khmer Cuisine, all cooked according to Buddhist guidelines and offering families a bite-sized introduction to the lifestyle and customs of Cambodia. The elegant Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is one of the original grand hotels of Asia with 119 guestrooms and suites, two vast private villas, Cambodia’s largest swimming pool and the finest service from legendary Raffles Butlers, all located close to the magical Angkor temples. www.raffles.com/siem-reap
Go glam with the fam Planning a holiday to Singapore, Hong Kong or Bali with your little A-Lister and want to know where to find the most mouth-watering meals, the finest family hotels, fun five-star experiences and the best shopping - from need-itnow toys and baby essentials to couture? Little LUXE is a series of city guides for smart but busy families that offers all the needto-know information on luxury accommodation and activities, all in one handy pocket-size guide. www.luxecityguides.com
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