Sawasdee ka, !
Welcome to your July update from the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
2 NEW HOTELS BY: EXPLORAR

Explorar Hotels & Resorts will open 2 new beachfront properties in Koh Samui and Koh Phangan in Q4 this year. Explorar Koh Samui will feature 125 beachfront rooms, suites and pool villas and an incredible infinity pool overlooking the sea. Explorar Koh Phangan is situated on the golden sands of Haad Rin Nai Beach and offers 75 contemporary guest rooms, suites and villas, with a mixture of sea views and lush gardens with terraces or balcony’s.
NEW: SAMUI BEACH CLUB HOTEL

AVANI Chaweng Samui Hotel & Beach Club will open its doors on 1st August offering guests a slice of paradise with retro-chic rooms, all day socialising by the pool and the comforts of home.
Located in the middle of Chaweng Beach in Koh Samui, guests can enjoy glamorous pool parties at SEEN Beach Club or stay at the adjacent hotel in one of 80 balcony rooms and suites.
THE STANDARD BANGKOK OPENS THIS WEEK

The much awaited opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is just around the corner! The hotel will open its doors on Friday 29th July.
Located in one of the most iconic buildings in the city, the 155-room hotel is already a landmark. With rooms ranging from 40 sqm to a sprawling 144 sqm penthouse, a terrace pool, fitness center, meeting rooms, and a dynamic variety of food, drink, and nightlife venues, The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon is a fit for any traveler, at any time of day or night.
JUST ANNOUNCED: SOHO HOUSE BANGKOK

The first Soho House in South East Asia lands in Bangkok this winter, standing proudly in the vibrant neighbourhood of Sukhumvit. The members-only property will be a hub for the like-minded, and a quiet oasis away from all of the noise. Set over three floors, it will feature an in-house restaurant, dining area, and an outdoor pool – shaded by palm trees that stretch up towards the scorching sun.
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