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With an overflow of gorgeous sea views, water sports and white sandy beaches, you'll find yourself in paradise at these resorts.
Sri Panwa, Phuket
Prepare to be intoxicated by peace and tranquility as you enter Sri Panwa. This clifftop luxury resort occupies a tropical mountain side, making it the perfect lair for guests who are looking for a quiet escape. With a private beach, attentive staff and wonderful in-villa spa treats, it's no wonder it counts Rita Ora and Gordon Ramsay as part of its prestigious guest list. If you need even more convincing to pay Sri Panwa a visit, then you'll be glad to hear that there are now 30 brand new pool suites and penthouses to look forward to. Each of them comes with a private infinity swimming pool with a side of the Andaman Sea view.
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Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai
If you're planning to go on an idyllic retreat, consider the beautiful Dhara Dhevi resort. Not only is it steeped in traditional Thai architectural charm, it's also surrounded by gorgeous rice paddies where you and your loved ones can try cultivating rice. For those who prefer indoor activities, there's the Jum Sri Hall Library to learn more about the area's culture, Kad Dhara Shopping Village to get some souvenirs, as well as the Dhevi Spa and Wellness Centre for relaxing European, Asian and Indian holistic therapies.
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Ani Villas, Sri Lanka
On the central south coast of Sri Lanka is where you'll find this 15-bedroom private villa. Perfect for big families or large groups, the new Ani Villas at Sri Lanka checks all your holiday needs — from an executive chef to prepare gourmet meals to masseurs for 24/7 in-room massages. And when you're finally ready to venture out of the villa, there are plenty of activities to choose from: whale watching, fishing, boat trips and historic tours of the UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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The Datai, Langkawi
Bird watchers and nature lovers, embrace the wonders of wildlife at The Datai, Langkawi. Just 35 minutes away from the Langkawi International Airport, the rooms here offer a spectacular view of the surrounding rainforest to satisfy your adventurous spirit. So, join the resident naturalist, Irshad Mobarak for the guided morning or evening nature walks and be greeted by flying squirrels and colugos along the way. Or, book a trekking tour with the local medicine man to discover how jungle plants have been widely used by the locals. The Beach Activities Centre is also worth checking out for its snorkeling, windsurfing and sea kayaking line-up.
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Dusit Thani Maldives, Mudhdhoo Island
Dusit Thani Maldives is more than just clear blue seas and mesmerising marine life. As home to Maldive's first official free-diving centre, it's also the perfect spot for free-diving. Here, you'll be able to pick from a variety of water sports or train with the free-dive instructors. For those who're extra adventurous, you can even swim with whale sharks. Elsewhere in the resort, you can take a dip in the infinity pool — which is one of the largest in Maldives — or spoil yourself with a pampering treatment in one of the Devarana Spa's treetop treatment pods.
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