Wander Woman
Lauren's journey to cross the globe, one amazing experience at a time by Lauren Raps They are ready when the world is… While we still don’t know when we will be able to travel, perhaps it’s time to dream. Many travel destinations have become a casualty of COVID-19, though quite a few have used this opportunity to renovate and even build new properties. Wander Woman’s last column showcased a local Thai holiday at the Dusit Thani Laguna resort located in Singapore. Now we feature exciting new openings to consider visiting in Thailand.
Explore another city: Capella Bangkok
Stella at Capella Bangkok
Tucked away in Charoenkrung, on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the Capella Bangkok opened its doors in October 2020 to tremendous praise from domestic travelers, as well as Conde Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure. The property offers 101 guestrooms, suites and villas, each of which boasts uninterrupted views of Thailand's revered river. -- 26 --
With Phra Nakhon restaurant serving authentic regional Thai food, and the Mediterranean restaurant Coté, whose chef has three Michelin stars, in addition to a bespoke cocktail salon and a tea lounge, the Capella Bangkok is an enticing foodie destination. Its spa, Auriga, features time-tested, authentic Thai experiences, including a “Hammer Massage” that might be the massage we all need to knock out the kinks in our bodies from the eighteen months of COVID living.
Family beach getaway: Intercontinental Phuket
Intercontintental pool
Inspired by Phuket's natural landscape, the new InterContinental Phuket Resort is a luxurious beachfront retreat featuring 221 elegantly appointed rooms and villas overlooking the Andaman Sea. Find it on Kamala Beach, between Millionaire’s Mile and the Amanpuri headland, the most exclusive area on the stunning west coast of Phuket. It’s been open since November 2019, just months ahead of COVID closures. AWA Magazine - September/October 2021
