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ThailandPhuketNovotel Phuket Surin Beach Resort


A family-oriented resort with several room types including bunk beds, toys and free activities for kids. Board games, PlayStations, and DVD players can even be brought to certain room types on request. The fun continues outside with 2 waterslides, an action-packed kids club and an in-house ice cream parlour/milkshake bar. Parents can relax by the pool and take advantage of 2-for-1 cocktails at happy hour while the kids’ club runs activities like treasure hunts and dress-up parties.
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ThailandPhuketMövenpick Resort Bangtao Beach Phuket


The definition of luxury. This elegant resort opposite the tranquil Bang Tao Beach centers around a colossal rectangular pool with a sunken bar that doubles as the home of Movenpick’s legendary “chocolate hour”. Grab a deck chair or poolside cabana and gorge in a chocolatey snack or drink on the house. Take pampering to the next level at Blossom Spa with an aromatic facial, massage or haircut.
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ThailandPhuketPhuket Marriott Resort & Spa, Merlin Beach


A luxury hotel you’ll never want to leave with entertainment opportunities from an in-house butterfly sanctuary and private coral reef, to a fun-filled events and activities calendar. Balance all that fun with relaxation at the hotel’s luxury day-spa, 3-swimming pools, or with a cocktail in your hand at the private beach.
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ThailandPhuketSurin Beach


Escape the throngs of party-goers at Patong beach and enjoy the serenity of Surin, one of Phuket’s most beautiful beaches. You won’t find any motorboats, jet skis, or extreme watersports here. Instead, there’s the simplicity of swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and enjoying the sun.
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IndonesiaBaliLembongan Island Snorkeling Tour


See the best of Nusa Lembongan on this full-day tour including an island tour to Devil's Tears and Dream Beach and 3 snorkeling spots to swim with vibrant tropical fish. The tour includes hotel pick up, ferry transfers from Bali, and a buffet lunch at a private beach club.
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ThailandBangkokWat Arun


An elegant Buddhist temple located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Wat Arun’s appearance is different to other religious sites in Bangkok, having been inspired by the temples of the ancient kingdom of Ayutthaya. Visitors who brave the spire’s incredibly steep steps are rewarded with views over the winding river and historic old city.
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ThailandBangkokSiam Paragon


One of Bangkok’s largest and most popular shopping malls, located within the historical district of Siam. This sprawling mega mall features 9 levels of stores covering local and international clothing brands, accessories, precious jewellery, technology, homewares, hair salons, nail salons, toys, luxury cars, and more. Don’t feel like shopping? There’s still plenty of things to do at Siam Paragon including a large cinema, kids’ play centre, bowling alley, and even an aquarium.
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ThailandBangkokSara Janes


Eat like a local at authentic Thai restaurant, Sara Janes, located in the business district of Sathon. Every lunch hour, dozens of local office workers rush to Sarah Janes for a plate of their favorite curry or phad Thai. You know if the food gets local approval then the prices do too!
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ThailandBangkokSunrise Tacos Mexican Grill


Authentic Mexican food has arrived in Bangkok. Sunrise Tacos Mexican Grill is set apart by its real corn and flour tortillas used to prepare several flavors of tacos, nachos, burritos, fajitas, and quesadillas. Or perhaps Sunrise’s margarita menu offering strawberry, mango, classic lime, or “virgin” margaritas either frozen or classic.
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ThailandBangkokCafé Claire


An elegant French bistro located within the Oriental Residence Bangkok hotel serving a fusion of French and Thai cuisines. Mouthwatering dishes including drool-worthy steaks, vegetables roasted to perfection, and decedent desserts are expertly crafted onto plates like a work of art.
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ThailandBangkokAmaya Food Gallery


Amari Watergate Hotel’s main buffet restaurant modelled on a classic Asian hawker market with a gourmet twist. International and themed food stations include dietary labels for each dish, making it easy to spot spice levels and protein sources like seafood, chicken, or beef - very handy for veggies and vegans! Themed food stations include Thai, Indian, Chinese, Italian, Western, salads, and desserts.
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ThailandBangkokBangkok National Museum


Thailand's first public museum located in a series of buildings that once formed a regal palace complex. Bangkok National Museum houses the world’s largest collection of Thai art and historical artifacts, from ancient fishing tools and stone statues, to sacred depictions of the life of Buddha, to golden chariots once used in royal funeral ceremonies.
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ThailandBangkokJim Thompson House Museum


Former home of Jim Thomson, an American businessman best known for reviving the Thai silk industry. Thompson’s grand home was turned into a museum showcasing his collection of traditional Thai furniture, statues, and art after his mysterious disappearance in 1967.
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ItalyHow to Travel Around Italy by Train


We traveled around Italy by train with a Eurail Pass and loved the convenience. It gives you unlimited access to as many trains as you like in a given number of days. And it avoids the confusion of booking tickets from non-English websites or local outlets.
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Western AustraliaSouthwestYallingup Beach Resort


The only place on the doorstep of famous Yallingup Beach. Wake up to the sound of waves gently breaking on the shore and admire magical sunsets from your private balcony. You’ll feel right at home with a fully equipped kitchen, large living spaces and separate bedrooms for your family or friends.
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BaliUbudGaya Gelato


You may not expect to find authentic Italian gelato on the streets of Bali, but that's exactly what you'll get at Gaya Gelato. The chain of gelaterias make fresh gelato daily, combining the best practices and technologies from Italy with Bali's flavor-packed local fruit, nuts, and spices.
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