Thailand

Rosewood’s upcoming Phuket property – the first in the brand’s recent Southeast Asia push – is found in the secluded Emerald Bay on Thailand’s largest island.

Remote Lands meets Louise Rogerson, manager of the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, to discuss ethics, elephants, and celebrity visits.

Nowhere rejuvenates like Thailand. Whether one is looking for beach-side luxury or jungle yoga, the Land of Smiles has an answer.

Phuket is one of Thailand’s best bases for hopping on a private yacht and heading out into some of the most beautiful, exotic, and exciting waters on the planet.

The Remote Lands travel experts have put together a batch of new holiday itineraries for the Land of Smiles, from luxury and elephants to religion and kayaking.

From military dens filled with Lost Coast to Thailand brewing their own at Changwon, the capital of the Land of Smiles is brimming with innovative craft beer solutions for the discerning drinker.

“This extraordinary voyage will incorporate nine unique destinations,” Roland Fasel says of 2018’s exclusive Aman Global Private Jet Expedition – a journey that stretches from Tokyo to Venice.

In Thailand, route 1095 is that motorcycle escape. The route goes from the northern urban epicenter Chiang Mai to the remote border town Mae Hong Song.

The Eastern & Oriental Express is the most lavish and well-appointed train anywhere in Southeast Asia, traveling between Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Fine dining, elephants, national parks, music festivals, permanent summer, and – oh yeah – there are some pretty good wines too. From Bali to Myanmar, Southeast Asia’s vineyards are worth the journey.

The mighty Bryde’s whale is hunting anchovies in the Gulf of Thailand, and Jirayu Ekkul knows exactly how to find them.

A world-class resort, the pristine Thai sea, delicately prepared cuisine, and lush rainforest. Oh, and the waiter ziplines food to you as you dine in the jungle canopy.