Anantara Welcomes Back International Guests to Thailand’s Renowned Islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan

Thailand,17 July 2021: With Thailand's world-famous islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan all set to reopen to international travellers, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort and Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas are welcoming back guests with a range of luxury stays and memorable travel experiences.

After 18 months of border closures, Anantara guests can once again enjoy the Gulf of Thailand's pristine national parks, untouched beaches, and unforgettable cultural sites. Muay Thai classes, Spice Spoons cooking classes and unique Dining by Designs along with pampering experiences at Anantara Spa, such as yoga, meditation and exercise classes will enhance guest stays at each resort.

Under the"Samui Plus Model"fully vaccinated international travellers flying into Koh Samui are required to stay at an Samui Extra Plus approved hotel, such as the Anantara's sister property Avani+ Samui Resort. After Day 7, guests can stay at any Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (SHA+) Certified hotel on Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao provided they produce negative RT-PCR tests.

Anantara's three resorts are SHA+ approved in accordance with local government and World Health Organisation guidelines. Additional measures include all team members being fully vaccinated plus the implementation of Anantaras"Stay with Peace of Mind" programme - a rigorous set of sanitation procedures and social distancing measures to ensure guest safety.

Nestled in Samui's iconic Fisherman's Village, Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort offers 106 rooms, suites and beachfront pool suites. Guests can enjoy the beachfront infinity pool the stunning Anantara Spa spread over 3,000 sqm of lotus ponds and garden, fine-dining chargrill at Full Moon restaurant and sundowner cocktails at the newly-opened A.Shore Beach Bar. Rates start from THB 25,900 net for a seven-night stay including airport transfers, breakfast and optional half-board or full board.

With 122 recently renovated guest rooms and pool villas, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort is a tropical sanctuary with the prime location on Chaweng Beach. Guests can enjoy the beachside infinity pool, a fully supervised kids'club and unique dining at Tree Tops Restaurant and Bar. Rates start from THB 31,900 net for a seven-night including airport transfers, breakfast and optional half-board or full board.

Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas offers an extravagant getaway experience with 64 pool suites and pool villas set upon on one of Thailands most stunning beaches. For pampering experiences, a luxury jungle spa with visiting wellness practitioners is also available. Rates start from THB 59,500 net for a seven-night stay including shared scheduled transfers by speedboat, breakfast and optional half-board or full board.

Guests who begin their Alternative Local Quarantine at Avani+ Samui Resort can complete their stay at Anantara and receive additional exclusive benefits:

• Anantara Bophut Koh Samui Resort guaranteed room upgrade, 60-minute massage at Anantara Spa, a sundowner session with tapas at A.Shore Beach Bar
• Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort 60-minute spa treatment, dining experiences at Tree Tops sky Dining Bar
• Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas island discovery tour (curate your private Phangan Discovery experience together with our island guru).

To book at any of Anantara Hotel and Resorts on Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Phuket please visitwww.anantara.comor contact reservations on E:reserveanantara@anantara.comor T: +66 (0) 2 365 9110

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About Anantara:

Anantara is a luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, connecting them to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences, and providing heartfelt hospitality in the worlds most exciting destinations. The collection of distinct, thoughtfully designed luxury hotels and resorts provides a window through which to journey into invigorating new territory, curating personal travel experiences.

From cosmopolitan cities to desert sands to lush islands, Anantara connects travellers to the indigenous, grounds them in authentic luxury, and hosts them with passionate expertise. The portfolio currently boasts over 40 stunning properties located in Thailand, the Maldives, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Mozambique, Zambia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Portugal, with a pipeline of future properties across Asia, the Indian Ocean, Middle East, Africa and South America. The brands premier vacation ownership programme, Anantara Vacation Club, extends the opportunity to own a share in the Anantara experience with a portfolio of 8 luxurious Club Resorts as well as travel privileges at partner resorts and hotels worldwide.

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