Every single jetsetter around the world knew the beauty of Bali in Indonesia and there is no better way to experience it by staying at Amandari.

This was the hotel that helped boost tourism in Bali.  Amandari’s unique design captured by international photographers drew the fabulous, the frontrunners and the filthy rich to this small island.

While Architect Peter Muller received many accolades because of his stunning work in Amandari, the magic did not stop with its physical structure. The service that the staff are giving to the guests are superb. Take for example the way their maintain the grass of the garden. The normal way is to use a lawnmower, however, they felt that the noise from the machine will just disturbed their guests; they opted to do them by hand.

They rarely say no to any of the request coming from the guests. Service at Amadari is impeccable.

The resort offers different activities to suit each customer’s preference. If you want to do some water sport activity, they have plenty. If you feel you just want a more laidback vacation and just read a novel, then they have a library loaded with interesting books.

But, what makes it more interesting aside from the first class concierge services?

Amandari has stand-alone huge suites.  Each suite has around 1,100 to 1,600 square feet lot area with marble floors, four poster beds, private courtyard and a stunning spa-like bathroom.  You might just get lucky and be placed on a suite with your very own pool. Talk about privacy. With a suite like that, who wants to go out and mingle?

By the way, if you cannot last a weekend with a round of golf, don’t despair because the island has three different golf courses which are around an hour’s away from Amandari. One of them was designed by former British Open champion Greg Norman and another one which was uniquely designed over an extinct volcano.

This Balinese Village-like designed hotel and resort has captivated many travelers worldwide and by just looking at the images here will undoubtedly make you plan your next vacation in Amandari. You can view the rates and the availability here.

Tired and ready to explode? There is no better way to relax your mind, body and spirit than at an award-winning luxury spa resort in Malaysia, the Pangkor Laut Resort. Get the best kind of massage and treatment bath in breathtaking surroundings.

Who would not want to get on an island that has a resort that will give you a complete menu of just about anything under the sun when it comes to relaxation. They have a spa village wherein you get to choose from 8 different pavilions, which offers various types of treatments such as Japanese whole body scrub down, a cleansing bath Malaysian style or the famous Chinese foot-massaging to name a few.

If that would not convince you yet, then check out these photos, which gives you a glimpse of what Pangkor Laut Resort, has for you.

Did I mention that it has white sand beaches, aquamarine blue water and some stunning rain forest on the outskirts? Privacy and luxury is synonymous to Pangkor Laut Resort.

The accommodation quarters are magnificent. They constructed some of the villas above the gentle clear water and some are located on the hills giving all the guests a chance to witness nature’s amazing gifts to men: beautiful sunrise and sunset.

The resort’s staff has been well trained and instructed to give each guest a royal pampering. Many celebrities who often visit the resort have enjoyed this kind of treatment. Luciano Pavarotti was a frequent quest when he was still alive and the resort even named one villa after him.

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If seclusion, privacy and luxury in a tropical setting is what you have in mind, look no further and make your reservations on the best resort in Asia, Amanpulo.

Amanpulo is situated on one of the most serene and beautiful island of Pamalican in the Philippines.  It is an exclusive private island with powder white sand beaches, the clearest turquoise-blue waters and amazing coral reef which is only around 300m away from the shore. Quite a perfect place for those who want to relax with the best that nature can offer.

It is not surprising that the resort rates are from $880 to $7,900 a day. The beauty plus the kind of amenities and services you get are worth every penny of that amount.  The resort offers 40 rooms or casitas and 9 suites.  To those who want to stay connected via the internet can do so since the island is WiFi equipped.

Water Sports is a huge thing in Amanpulo. Guests can do scuba-diving or snorkeling, windsurfing, sailing and fishing.

New divers won’t be so intimidated with the sport since Amanpulo has mirror-smooth seas located on the very front of the Beach Club which they can easily navigate. Those veterans scuba divers can get to experience Amanpulo’s ultimate underwater activity by choosing from 5 night dive activities. For those who love windsurfing, best time to go there is from December up to April where the average wind blows is up to 20 knots. Sailors, novice or seasoned can use several boats including a twin-hulled Hobie Sports 21. Fishing aficionados will enjoy Amanpulo’s fishing spots.

So, have the entire island and be in charge of your vacation whether it would be for the marine activities or just a quiet afternoon reading a book lying on a hammock.  Amanpulo is the perfect travel destination.

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Thailand is has an endless list of world-class beach destinations that makes the country not only known for its hospitality, but also for it’s enthralling beach resorts. 
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The Sarojin is located in Khao Lak, in the Phang Nga province of Thailand.  It is accessible after just an hour’s ride from the Phuket International Airport.  Simply described, it is a beautiful beach garden that goes out to a secluded white-sand beach that stretches over 11 kilometers besid the Andaman Sea.

The Sajorin’s Luxurious accommodations consist of the Sarojin Suites, the Pool Residences, and the Garden Residences. The Sajorin Suites are those 150-sq. meters one-bed suites that offers comfort, maginificent view, and space.  The suites also have their own 2m diameter outdoor pool, and a garden sun terrace that offers a great view of the sea.  The Pool Residences are those ground-floor residences that have its own lounge sala, plunge pool and sun garden.   Finaly, the Garden Residences are those 95-sq. meter residences, also at the ground floor, that also have their garden terrace and lounge sala.

For more information, you can visit their website at http://www.sarojin.com.

Work on a new multi-billion dollar luxury resort destination in Vietnam is expected to start during the second half of 2008,  and targeted to be fully completed and operational within the next 10 years. The resort, called the Ho Tram Strip, is designed by wold-renowned architect Paul Steelman, and developed by the Canadian based Asian Coast Development LTD, after the latter was awarded by the Vietnamese government with an investment certificate for the project constructions.

Vietnam has always been a favored tourist destination, being the  world’s fourth fastest-growing destinations.  During the first few months of the year 2008, foreign visitors of Vietnam reached 1.7 million, which is an impressive 16% increase from the same period of 2007.

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The resort will be composed of five integrated resorts, all of which would take advantage of the breathtaking view of the South China Sea from its Ho Tram Beach front and marina.  There will be an infusion of modern and natural waterscape, as it will feature an expansive pool that will be ringed with natural marine habitat and lagoons.

Of course, as it aims to draw visitors from all over the world, it will provide world-class recreational, health, cultural, and dining facilities and amenities.