Start the day with a freshly prepared breakfast served in your private garden, or if you prefer, under the hanging roots of an ancient Ficus tree, and then wander down to the beach for a soothing 90-minute Royal Oriental Massage under a sea almond tree on the beach.

Is all that pampering making you hungry? Not to worry; your personal Chef will join you on the sand to spoil you with a Thai dining experience before you set off for a sunset cruises around Pakarang Bay on the Sarojin’s private yacht, the Lady Sarojin. Sip freshly made cocktails while you relax into the evening.

By now, you’re getting used to living the high life but the real ‘wow’ factor is still to come; an elephant trek through the jungle en route to a five-course gourmet banquet served at the foot of a cascading waterfall. Share an unforgettable private dinner heightened by the glow of 500 glimmering candles. Go for a midnight swim and then your chauffeur will drive you home in luxury.

The Sarojin’s six-night “Royal Sensations” package starts from THB 146,200 (approximately AUS 4,716) for two people inclusive of all taxes and includes: six nights’ accommodation in a luxurious Garden Residence, a private spa and lunch on The Sarojin beach, an exclusive sunset cruise onboard the Lady Sarojin, a private candlelit jungle waterfall dinner by chauffeured elephant, all day à la carte breakfast with sparkling wine and private airport transfers to and from Phuket Airport with refreshments and cold towels served for two people.

Guests can enjoy additional benefits between 6^th March – 30^th April 2011 with great reductions on all room types at The Sarojin, as well as complimentary all-day à la carte breakfast with sparkling wine for two people. During these periods, rates for two persons inclusive of all taxes are as follows:

• Garden Residence: THB 12,200 / approximately AUD 393 (saving AUD 144 and 27% per night)
• Pool Residence: THB 16,900 / approximately AUD 545 (saving AUD 153 and 22% per night)
• Sarojin Suite: THB 18,100 / approximately AUD 583 (saving AUD 219 and 27% per night

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For further information on The Sarojin, please visit: www.sarojin.com.

The Sarojin is internationally renowned as one of the finest resort properties in Asia. Designed in a contemporary Asian style and beautifully set on an 11km stretch of secluded white sand beach in Khao Lak, just a 55 minute drive north of Phuket Airport, the five-star resort boasts 56 deluxe residences set within ten acres of grounds leading directly onto the beachfront. Each guest room features its own private garden and “sala” sundeck, couples’ baths with waterfall showers, and plunge and relaxation pools that blend into the natural habitat; while other complimentary facilities include a fully equipped fitness centre and mountain bikes, sailing catamarans, sail boats, sea kayaks and windsurfing boards. Tranquility is guaranteed as no children under the age of 12 are permitted to stay at The Sarojin.

Southern Thailand’s premier cooking school has just launched a locavore foodie experience titled ‘Glimpses into Local Life’ wherein guests are invited to get their hands dirty and go foraging, fishing and harvesting with the Chef. 

The Sarojin Director Kate Kemp says, “Our guests are increasingly interested in experiencing a more authentic sense of real Thailand experience coupled with a more ‘hands on’ and educative experience, hence thought it would be fun to up the ante on our cooking classes and invite guests to ‘catch and gather’ ingredients for their desired dish as well as cooking it and enjoying dining in an extraordinary location. The Khao Lak and Phang Nga region is blessed with an abundance of fresh seafood and produce that is grown here in the local community by farmers we have been supporting for years. This new program offers guests the chance to engage in the food process from ‘the wilds to the plate’ and, in addition to seeing where and how things are harvested, they also get the chance to interact with locals that have lived here for generations.”

During the Locavore Foodie Experience, guests will visit the following places:

• Baan Nam Kem
• A prawn farm
• A fish farm
• Swallow nest house
• Various fruit, vegetable and cashew nut farms – widely commercially grown in this area and often processed by hand using traditional farming methods.

Baan Nam Khem is located 20 minutes drive north of The Sarojin. This small coastal fishing village is the gateway to the endless waterways leading though spectacular untouched mangrove forest. The shallow inter-tidal reaches that characterise the mangrove wetlands offer refuge and nursery ground for juvenile fish, crabs, shrimps, and mollusks. Mangroves are also prime nesting and migratory sites for hundreds of bird species in Thailand. For instance, there are over 500 species of birds recorded in the mangrove areas. Additionally, crab-eating monkeys, monitor lizards, sea turtles, and mud skipper fish live in the mangrove wetland. Guests are taken line fishing onboard their own traditional longtail boat where snapper and grouper along with other local fish can be caught. With your fresh catch you continue up the Takuapa River for your Thai Cooking Class with chef by Takuapa Riverbank. Learn how to prepare your fresh catch for the plate and enjoy lunch safari style and a glass of wine in the great outdoors

The package also includes luxurious accommodation at The Sarojin in a Garden Residence, return transfers from Phuket International airport by luxury car with cold towels and refreshments served for 2 persons as well as all day al carte breakfast with sparkling wine served for 2 persons.

The Sarojin’s ‘Locavore Foodie Experience’ package starts from THB 102,400 which is approximately AUD $3,413 for 2 persons, inclusive of all taxes, and is available all year ‘round.

For further information on The Sarojin or to book one of the special promotional packages that are available from 6 March – 30 April 2011 and 1 May – 31 Oct 2011, please visit: www.sarojin.com

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About The Sarojin

‘World Luxury Hotel’ Award Winner 2007, 2009, 2010* at the World Luxury Hotel Awards; Winner of “Asia’s Leading Boutique Hotel” 2008,2007, 2006 at World Travel Awards; Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2010, 2009,2008; “Overall Winner” at the Thailand Green Awards 2010; The Sarojin is internationally renowned as one of the finest resort properties in Asia. Designed in a contemporary Asian style and beautifully set on an 11km stretch of secluded white sand beach in Khao Lak, just a 55 minute drive north of Phuket Airport, the five-star resort boasts 56 deluxe residences set within ten acres of grounds leading directly onto the beachfront. Each guest room features its own private garden and ‘sala’ sundeck, couples’ baths with waterfall showers, and plunge and relaxation pools that blend into the natural habitat; while other complimentary facilities include a fully equipped fitness centre and mountain bikes, sailing catamarans, sail boats, sea kayaks and windsurfing boards.

The Sarojin’s name is inspired by the mythical Lady Sarojin, the daughter of a prominent Thai nobleman who was regarded as the perfect host and whose household became famous for its hospitality. The Sarojin’s goal is to reflect this legacy by providing an experience that is reminiscent of staying at a friend’s private estate. The hotel’s team of personal guides delight in creating tailor made experiences, along with the elegant and inspired ‘Imagineer’ who offers the ultimate personal concierge service for hotel guests. Tranquillity is guaranteed as no children under the age of 12 are permitted to stay at The Sarojin.

*The World Luxury Hotel Awards are the most exclusive luxury hotel awards, setting the benchmark for world class facilities and service excellence. The Awards were established to recognise hotels that have taken the extra step and differentiated themselves from ‘good hotels’ to ‘exceptional hotels’.

One of Thailand’s finest resort properties, The Sarojin, has won the 2010 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the third consecutive year. This esteemed accolade was presented to The Sarojin’s signature restaurant, Ficus, in recognition of its devotion to wine, a well-chosen selection of quality wine producers and a thematic match to the restaurant’s food menu in both price and style.

The Sarojin makes a wonderful destination for those seeking relaxation, inspiration and an eclectic food and wine offering. The five-star property boasts two stylish restaurants, Ficus and Edge, which have received international acclaim from around the globe. Ficus is set in the spiritual heart of the resort amongst and beneath the canopy and hanging branches of an ancient age old ficus tree and overlooking the magnificent Lotus Pond; while the chic beachfront, Edge, is a popular choice thanks to its intimate setting on the shores of the shimmering Andaman Sea. Both restaurants serve a delectable range of Asian and contemporary Mediterranean dishes, freshly prepared by Executive Chef Jui and his team of innovative chefs.

For an even more intimate occasion, The Sarojin offers a unique variety of private dining settings – both in and out of the resort. Why not enjoy a candlelit dinner beneath an old sea almond tree or experience a dining delight by a beautiful jungle river, magical waterfall or on a secluded beach? Guests can choose their mode of transport to these romantic dining settings as they wish. Travel by luxury private car or by elephant are just some of the romantic and intimate options on offer. The limits really are guests’ imaginations.

Guests of the hotel can also enjoy The Sarojin’s eclectic wine cellar which features over 200 vintage wines from both the old and new worlds. This is complemented by the availability of 28 wines by the glass – meaning The Sarojin offers more per glass than any other hotel in Thailand. The Sarojin’s Wine Director, Sam Bonifant, shares his passion for wine with the resort’s British owners, Kate and Andrew Kemp, and is on hand to offer a unique insight into the diverse flavours of each wine.

The Sarojin’s status as a world-class gourmet paradise is further enhanced with the resort’s ability to create extraordinary culinary experiences ‘just for two’ in some of Thailand’s most spectacular settings. Offering the ultimate concierge service for guests, the Imagineer uses his in-depth knowledge of the local area in order to turn guests’ dining desires into reality. Guests can enjoy a romantic banquet on a secluded white sand beach, dine in style by a candlelit jungle waterfall, or even experience a gourmet safari-style breakfast in one of the five national parks bordering the property. In addition, The Sarojin can arrange authentic Thai cooking classes with Executive Chef Jui along the Takuapa River, as well as sea excursions on the Lady Sarojin private yacht, complete with champagne and oysters.

“We are honoured that our efforts to create an exceptional wine list has been recognised by the Wine Spectator Awards for the third consecutive year,” comments Kate Kemp, co-owner of The Sarojin. “We go to great lengths to hand-pick the finest quality wines to perfectly complement our restaurants’ à la carte cuisine; and it’s wonderful to receive such positive feedback from Wine Spectator and guests alike.”

Sam Bonifant, Wine Director at The Sarojin, adds: “Fine food and wine is at the heart of The Sarojin and we’re delighted to have once again received this prestigious accolade. We have some of best wines in the world together with an experienced and innovative team of chefs who ensure that our cuisine is as diverse as our wine menu.”

In celebration of this latest award win, The Sarojin is offering a Special Bonus Nights Offer from 1st November – 20th December 2010 giving couples the opportunity to enjoy free room nights at the multi-award winning 56 boutique residence. Guests who stay five nights in any of the resort’s luxurious residences will receive one additional night free; a stay of 10 nights will lead to an extra two nights free; while guests holidaying for 15 nights can enjoy a further three nights free. The Sarojin’s Special Bonus Nights Offer “stay 6 nights / pay 5 nights”  is valid from 1st November to 20th December 2010. Prices start from approximately AUD 500 per room per night and are based on two people sharing, inclusive of all taxes.

Thailand’s multi-award winning 56 boutique residence, The Sarojin, is celebrating the ancient Takuapa Old Town Vegetarian Festival by launching a special Vegetarian Celebration Package for guests to enjoy this October. The package, which honours one of Thailand’s most fascinating traditions, will provide guests with the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in the excitement of the festival, which is designed to purify mind and soul by refraining from meat consumption and meditating during the nine-day festival between 8th-16th October 2010.

The Sarojin’s newly introduced six-night Vegetarian Celebration Package will include a guided visit to Takuapa Old Town to see the Vegetarian Festival’s colourful day-time procession, where visitors will find colourful religious parades, traditional ceremonies and magnificent lantern displays. Guests can also enjoy a Thai cooking class with chef at the local Takuapa riverbank for two people. In keeping with the festival, cooking classes can be vegetarian-themed for guests wishing to purify mind and spirit by abstaining from meat intake. Other highlights include a second guided tour to experience the Vegetarian Festival’s closing night celebrations; return airport transfers by luxury car; and accommodation for two inclusive of a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine in the resort’s luxurious guest residences which boast private gardens, ‘sala’ sundecks, intimate couples’ baths, rainfall showers, plunge pools, relaxation pools that blend into the natural habitat, and more.

The Old Town Takuapa Vegetarian Festival is an annual event held during the ninth lunar month of the Chinese calendar when it is believed that the festival’s sacred ceremonies will bestow good fortune upon those who religiously observe this rite. During this time, local residents of Chinese ancestry strictly observe a nine-day vegetarian or vegan diet and perform ancient rituals for the purposes of spiritual cleansing and merit-making.

The Sarojin’s Vegetarian Celebration Package starts from THB 69,900, approximately AUD 2,330 for two people for six nights and is available from 1st to 20th October 2010.  www.sarojin.com

Notes to Editors:

One of the finest resort properties in Asia, The Sarojin excels in offering exceptional tailor-made experiences ‘Just For Two’. The resort’s attentive ‘Imagineer’ offers the ultimate concierge service and uses his expertise and in-depth knowledge of the surrounding area to create unique experiences for hotel guests, including Thai cooking classes with Executive Chef Jui by jungle rivers, waterfalls and secluded beaches. In addition, the ‘Imagineer’ can create the most romantic private dinners ‘a deux’ in extraordinary surroundings. Why not enjoy a candlelit dinner at a jungle waterfall or a romantic banquet on a secret white sand beach by the shimmering Andaman Sea? The limits really are guests’ imaginations as to where they’d like their table set.

The Sarojin also specialises in arranging exclusive tours to some of Khao Lak’s rural areas where guests can get a unique ‘Glimpse of Local Life’ and experience a taste of Thailand that cannot be found elsewhere. Memorable excursions include visits to a traditional freshwater prawn farm to see how fresh seafood is produced for human consumption; trips to a nearby cashew nut plantation to learn about one of the most integral ingredients in Thai cuisine; and local swallow nest tours to see how bird’s nest soup, one of Thailand’s most popular delicacies, is made.

The Sarojin’s reputation as a gourmet’s paradise is further enhanced with two stylish restaurants, Ficus and The Edge, which serve a delectable range of Asian and contemporary Mediterranean dishes that are freshly prepared by a team of innovative chefs.

The Sarojin winter offer includes a complimentary a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine plus extra nights -  Stay 2 nights and receive 2 additional nights free, stay 3 nights and receive 3 additional nights free, stay 4 nights and receive 4 additional nights free…stay 10 nights and receive 10 additional nights free, etc.

From THB 13,500 / approx.A$450  per room per night inclusive of daily a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine and all taxes for 2 persons sharing from now to 31 October 2010.

For bookings, see your local travel agent or visit www.sarojin.com for more information.

If The Sarojin’s tailor made concept of ‘just for 2’, bonus nights with sparkling wine or the multiple awards including the “World Luxury Romantic Hotel” isn’t enough to convince Australians their dream honeymoon is only 1 hour north of Phuket, then perhaps a small comment of advice is just the ticket.

“Simply amazing! – We would like to thank all the wonderful and friendly staff at The Sarojin for making our honeymoon absolutely perfect. For anyone reading this make sure you do the sunset cruise on Lady Sarojin, the dinner on the beach & most importantly the dinner at the waterfall!  I won’t give anything away but it was breathtakingly very memorable, very special.” W&A/ Australia 07.03.10

The Sarojin boasts a team of personal guides and the awe inspiring “imagineer” who creates masterpiece experiences and adventures ‘just for two’. Imagine; with 11km of secluded, white sand beach and there’s only one couple, illuminated with hundreds of candles and a private chef ready to create whatever the palate desires.  That romantic dinner can be anywhere guests want – or want to be surprised with.

The accommodation is 56 spacious guest residences where privacy is never a question. A private pool surrounded with candles, chilled champagne in hand and a late dinner served in your own sala is encouraged by The Sarojin to experience.

So don’t just take the fellow countrymen words for it. With the following deals, discover why no one does a honeymoon better than The Sarojin:

With the Special Bonus Nights Offer all guests who stay between 20th April 2010 and 31st October 2010 and stay a minimum of 2 nights in any guest residence at The Sarojin (Sarojin Suite, Pool Residence, and Garden Residence), will receive the same number of nights again free! :

• Stay 2 nights and receive 2 additional nights free,
• stay 3 nights and receive 3 additional nights free etc.

From just AUD$450 per room per night for 2 persons sharing– take advantage of the bonus night offers and equivalent of further savings can be made up to 60% discount on this rate! PLUS enjoy complimentary a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine for 2 persons on paid and bonus nights.

Honeymoon Offer

• One complimentary bottle of sparkling wine,
• fruits and flowers on arrival in residence PLUS
• for honeymoon stay of 7 nights or more: 
  • In residence Thai dinner experience for 2 persons, including
  • one bottle of house wine;
  • Served in the privacy of your own sala.

To book, see your local travel agent or visit www.sarojin.com

The Sarojin, Thailand’s award-winning 56 boutique residence property, has won the 2009 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the second consecutive year. This prestigious accolade was awarded to the resort’s signature restaurant, Ficus, for demonstrating a dedication to wine, a well-chosen selection of quality wine producers, and a thematic match with its menu items in both price and style.

The Sarojin features an extraordinary wine cellar with over 200 vintages from both the old and new worlds. This is complemented by the availability of 20 wines by the glass – Le Verre de Vin, the world’s most advanced wine and champagne preservation system. Le Verre de Vin is capable of preserving an unlimited number of still, sparkling and fortified wines and is available at The Sarojin’s Ficus and Edge restaurants. The Sarojin’s Wine Director, Sam Bonifant, shares his passion for wine with the resort’s British owners, Kate and Andrew Kemp; together they have created an award-winning wine list that emphasises quality and affordability and which perfectly complements the restaurants’ à la carte cuisine.

Comments Kate Kemp, “We’re very proud of our wine selection and pay great attention to vintage, proper storage, appropriate food pairing and serving, criteria that are particularly important in maintaining fine wines in a tropical climate. Wine Spectator’s 2009 Award of Excellence is testament to our dedication in providing the very best and to the very positive feedback that we receive from our guests.”

Adds Sam Bonifant, “You can have the best wine in the world but if it is exposed to the heat for too long the result can be a total disaster. Also, the old principles of what wine went best with which dish, were really quite limited. We constantly challenge ourselves to pair the best selection with the myriad of flavours offered by the quality of our cuisine.”

Complementing the wine menu is The Sarojin’s à la carte cuisine, a delectable choice of Asian and continental dishes, prepared by Executive Chef Khun Jui and his team. Enhancing The Sarojin’s culinary offerings is the resort’s ability to stage extraordinary dining experiences “just for 2,” engineered by their very own Imagineer, Jowell Philemond-Montout. As the ultimate personal concierge, Jowell works with the chefs to turn guests’ culinary desires into reality, creating tailor-made settings for even greater appeal and enjoyment; for example, guests can choose from a candlelit degustation dinner by a waterfall, or around the resort’s ancient Ficus tree; a private beach barbecue by the Andaman Sea; Thai culinary cooking lessons along the Takuapa River; a delicious lunch at one of the pool island pavilions, or an intimate gourmet dinner in the privacy of their own private dining sala. For the more adventurous, gourmet safari-style breakfasts and lunches can be arranged for day excursions in one of the five national parks bordering The Sarojin, or for a decadent day at sea, couples can indulge in a champagne and oyster spread on board the resort’s Lady Sarojin luxury charter yacht.

The 2009 Wine Spectator Award for Excellence is indicative of The Sarojin’s exceptional level of personalised service and attention to detail. The resort’s name is inspired by the mythical Lady Sarojin, the daughter of a prominent Thai nobleman who was regarded as the perfect host and whose household became famous for its hospitality.  The Sarojin’s goal is to reflect this legacy by providing an experience that is reminiscent of staying at a friend’s private estate. It is located directly on a secluded 7 mile white sand beach, just 55 minutes drive north of Phuket Airport and 7km north of Khao Lak centre in the Phang Nga province of Thailand. Children under 12 years are not permitted to stay at The Sarojin.

The Sarojin Thailand has created a six night Luxurious Honeymoon Experience, designed to provide a level of personalised service and hospitality that makes the honeymoon just as special as the wedding day. A deluxe holiday experience, it is a wonderfully indulgent romantic retreat and priced from approximately AUD 3,230 per couple, (Thai Baht 87,230) the Luxurious Honeymoon Experience includes the extras that make such an occasion truly memorable.

The Sarojin Thailand has created a six night Luxurious Honeymoon Experience, designed to provide a level of personalised service and hospitality that makes the honeymoon just as special as the wedding day. A deluxe holiday experience, it is a wonderfully indulgent romantic retreat and priced from approximately AUD 3,230 per couple, (Thai Baht 87,230) the Luxurious Honeymoon Experience includes the extras that make such an occasion truly memorable.

It begins with a luxury private car transfer from Phuket airport, with refreshments and cold towels on hand during the 55 minutes journey to the resort. Upon arrival, guests are escorted to one of 56 beautifully decorated guest residences, where a chilled complimentary bottle of sparkling wine awaits, together with flowers and a basket laden with Thailand’s exotic fruits. Included in the package, and to be arranged at your convenience, is a private Candlelit Jungle Waterfall Dinner Experience “just for 2”, as well as a 90 minute Royal Oriental Spa treatment at The Sarojin’s award winning Pathways Spa, and daily a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine.

The Candlelit Jungle Waterfall Dinner is something special for any couple, with the romance of the setting heightened by its ethereal beauty; a guided walk down a candlelit jungle path leads to a waterfall setting lit by hundreds of candles. Against this backdrop is a beautifully adorned dinner table, replete with a personal chef, ready and waiting to prepare an exquisite gourmet experience. The Pathways spa, hidden by mangroves but set above the estuary with views toward the Andaman sea, provides an oasis of well-being where trained therapists help to relax and re-balance body and soul.

The Sarojin’s unique style of hospitality is further enhanced by its very own Imagineer, an ultimate personal concierge whose expertise and imagination helps turn guests’ wishes into reality. Jowell Philemond-Montout is The Sarojin’s Imagineer and his in-depth knowledge of the hidden treasures of the surrounding five national parks, combined with the amenities of The Sarojin, allow him full reign to create unique guest experiences. In addition to creating the most romantic deluxe dinners “a deux”, he engineers private barbecues in extraordinary settings, Thai cooking classes by jungle rivers, waterfalls and beaches, and facilitates fabulous trips on the Lady Sarojin yacht, that include snorkeling and cruising amongst the world famous Similan Islands and sea canoeing in stunning Phang Nga Bay.

The Sarojin’s guest residences are far more than a guestroom. Each one features its own private gardens and “sala” sundeck, couples’ baths with waterfall showers, and plunge and relaxation pools that blend into the natural habitat. Should the need arise to re-connect with the outside world, The Sarojin offers complimentary Wi-Fi internet access in all residences and throughout the resort. There is also a well stocked boutique shop and library with books, CDs and DVDs. Other complimentary facilities include a fully equipped fitness centre and mountain bikes, sailing catamarans, sail boats, sea kayaks and windsurfers. Khao Lak town is just 10 minutes away and readily accessible via a regular complimentary daily return trip shuttle service.

Guests can enjoy additional benefits through to 31 Oct 2009 including free nights based on a minimum of 2 nights booked; for example, stay 4 nights, pay 2 nights; stay 6 nights pay 3 nights. Plus, now through to 20 December 2009 and 11 Jan – 20 Dec 2010, guests that stay 6 nights or more in a Sarojin Suite can enjoy a 4 hour Nature’s Midday Haven per person, or 60 minutes spa treatment and half day elephant trek.

The Sarojin’s name is inspired by the mythical Lady Sarojin, the daughter of a prominent Thai nobleman who was regarded as the perfect host and whose household became famous for its hospitality. The Sarojin’s goal is to reflect this legacy by providing an experience that is reminiscent of staying at a friend’s private estate. It is located directly on a secluded 7 mile white sand beach, just 55 minutes drive north of Phuket Airport and 7km north of Khao Lak centre in the Phang Nga province of Thailand. Children under 12 years are not permitted to stay at The Sarojin.

For further information and images on The Sarojin please contact:

Jane Corbett-Jones

PR Manager

The Unique Tourism Collection

Mobile: 0417 772783

Travel Indochina is offering a “Luxury Journey ” package at The Sarojin for $1354 per person. For details click here

The Metropolitan Bangkok, the hip hotel which is part of COMO Hotels and Resorts, provides three nights of accommodation for the first part of the tour, and a perfect base from which to explore the market, shop and hit the best bars and foodie haunts of the city, not to mention its own outstanding restaurants, Glo and Cy’an. 

The tour moves to The Sarojin Thailand, recently voted Asia’s best boutique hotel at the World Travel Awards for the 3^rd consecutive year, where guests will learn to cook and experience firsthand the resort’s outstanding cuisine, guided by their team of over 40 chefs and friendly staff against a stunning backdrop of the Andaman Sea and the five surrounding national parks.

Elephant trekking, cruising through the jungle by ‘pleat’ boat up the Takuapa River and sea kayaking through the caves of Phang Nha Bay will await those wanting to venture out when they’re not savouring superb food or relaxing at Pathways Spa.

The Sarojin/ Met Bangkok and Sailors Thai Culinary Experience is priced from $3332,and includes return economy airfares from Bangkok, three nights accommodation at the Metropolitan Bangkok, five nights accommodation and daily breakfast with sparkling wine at The Sarojin Thailand and many other inclusions which are listed in detail below.

For bookings call Julia Enders at Travelforce on 02 – 8235 5585 or email: Julia@travelforce.com.au   http://www.sarojin.com  http://www.como.bz

8  NIGHTS MET BANGKOK / THE SAROJIN AND SAILORS THAI CULINARY EXPERIENCE – 2008

The Sarojin/Met Bangkok and Sailors Thai Culinary Experience includes:

• 3 nights accommodation at the Metropolitan Bangkok
• return transfers to/from Bangkok Airport
• a visit to Bangkok’s thriving Or Tor Kor Market
• casual riverside seafood dinner by Chao Praya River
• return airfares from Bangkok to Phuket
• 5 nights luxurious accommodation at The Sarojin for 2 persons sharing
• daily a la carte breakfast with sparkling wine for 2 persons
• 2-way airport transfer by private car to/ from Phuket Airport with refreshments and cold towels served for 2 persons.
• return transfers to all excursions on same said addendum
• pleat boat river safari followed by Thai lunch at the river bank. Takuapa river is situated in Khao Lak Lam Ru National Park, the protection of this area is very important for conserving the natural water sources for the province. Takuapa River is one of the most important rivers in Phang Nga province. Explore this magnificent river and its beautiful mangrove forest waterways by “pleat boats”. The traditional “pleat” boats are especially designed to cruise shallow water areas and give a rare opportunity to enjoy a ‘close up’ of the spectacular scenery, fauna, flora and the local rural way of life within these waterways. Fully inclusive of safari style lunch, soft drinks and 1 bottle pb chenin blanc per person.
• cruising ,sea cave canoeing and Thai cooking class Phang Nga Bay and full day on board traditional Thai long tail boat cruise at leisure and enjoy sea cave canoe journeys in Phang Nga Bay,  beautifully located in Phang Nga Bay and 50 minutes by private car transfer from The Sarojin.  Phang Nga Bay is renowned for its many dramatic limestone islands.  These distinctive sheer rock formations jut vertically out of the emerald green water.  At lower tides, cave tunnels are exposed amongst these huge rocks, allowing entrance by sea canoes through these areas of untouched nature and into the hidden lagoons behind. Cruise further to the floating Muslim village for a Thai Muslim cooking class and lunch. This marine adventure is all inclusive of equipment, guides and fresh, cold towels.  Lunch at the floating village is fully inclusive of mineral water and soft drinks only. No alcohol is allowed to be consumed at the floating village. 
• seafood barbecue dining and cooking experience on The Sarojin beach, on the white sand shores of the beautiful Andaman Sea.
• Thai cooking class at the Edge Restaurant and farewell dinner

For bookings call Julia Enders at Travelforce on 02 – 8235 5585 or email: Julia@travelforce.com.au  / http://www.sarojin.com/