Chiang Mai’s highest bar, Meliá Chiang Mai’s 360-degree rooftop bar dubbed MAI The Sky Bar affords sweeping views of the Ping River to the city’s east and famed Doi Suthep Temple on the mountaintop to the west. Perched on the 22-floor, the bar features rooftop terraces at varying heights, with a spectacular glass bridge connecting the bar’s highest seating areas. Surrounded by glass balustrades that give way to stunning views of Chiang Mai at sunset and by night, the bar’s entertainment includes live bands and DJs. Drawing on Meliá’s Spanish roots, the city’s most happening venue’s menu serves a variety of tapas and pinchos, grazing boards and desserts under sections dubbed “Para Picar”, “Tableros” and “Postres” respectively. The mixologists craft a selection of beverages including imaginative cocktails that reference Chiang Mai’s forests and mountains.

The bar will host an exciting line-up of events including a ‘Beats and Baubles’ Christmas Eve Party, a New Year’s Eve Countdown Party, and its Spanish Gastronomy Series. From Jan. 5-9 and Feb. 2-6, the Spanish Gastronomy Series will feature visiting chefs Alejandro García Martín and Manuel Robles Cons respectively. Each chef will host four-day culinary showcases culminating in lively Sky & Vine Finale nights with curated menus, wine pairings, and live entertainment on the Upper Deck.

Bangkok Rooftop Bar with Transparent Infinity Pool Commands 34th Floor

Together with INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit’s jewel in the crown, a transparent infinity pool, The Giant Swing Pool Bar commands the 34^th floor. Nestled between bar and pool, a compelling contemporary interpretation of Bangkok’s Brahman structure The Giant Swing makes for a dramatic photo backdrop. Adjacent to the infinity pool is an expansive rooftop terrace, dotted with outdoor lounges and sunbeds, that evokes an Ibiza mood accompanied with panoramic vistas. Open from 10am until midnight, the open-air pool bar serves Mediterranean, Thai and international snacks and dishes such as INNSiDE’s Burger and cool beverages including imaginative cocktails. By night, the pool bar becomes an upper-floor extension of the hotel’s 33^rd floor LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar. A spectacle unlike any other in Bangkok, tapas bar guests peer into the bottom of the infinity pool.

Replete with guest DJs, live percussionists, a giant pan of paella, and sweeping views of Bangkok’s skyline by night, ‘Viva la Fiesta’, which means ‘long live the party’ in Spanish, is staged every Wednesday from 7 pm until late on INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit’s 33rd and 34th floors. Revellers will bid farewell to 2025 and count down the new year at the Giant Swing Pool Bar for a night of rooftop fun and music from live DJs from 6pm on Dec. 31 until 1am on Jan. 1.

New Pattaya Sky Bar Soaks Up Gulf of Thailand Vistas

Perched on the 12^th floor of the newly opened Meliá Pattaya Hotel, Yitong Sky Bar makes for a chic rooftop space that pairs sweeping views of the Gulf of Thailand with imaginative cocktails. The venue is part of Yitong Chinese Restaurant & Sky Bar that serves Cantonese and Sichuan cuisine promoting health and sustainability; food and beverage menus have a prime focus on “goodness for the body, mind and soul”. “Kuaile De” made up of gin infused with goji berry, honey, lemon juice, topped with cava, “Chun Hou” with brandy, orange curacao, lime juice, rosella tea, and rose syrup, and “Tian De” featuring Campari with ginseng, Chinese liquor, and brown sugar syrup are among Yitong’s innovative signature cocktails. Paying homage to the longstanding Chinese communities of Chonburi and their shrines and markets, the name Yitong translates to “together”, with dishes served family-style to encourage shared meals and connectedness.

High above the shoreline, Yítong Sky Bar will ring in 2026 with its ‘New Year’s Eve Countdown’ party to a backdrop of Pattaya’s skyline by night. Gourmet canapes, free-flow house wine, local beer, and a midnight flute of sparkling wine are on offer. Meliá Pattaya Hotel, which debuted February 14 this year, also offers a “Chill & Cheers Escape” stay package that includes a welcome cocktail at Yitong Sky Bar.

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Embracing a celebration of well-being, the resort presents a carefully curated selection of experiences that highlight both the tranquility of the surroundings and the vibrant local charm. Every detail is thoughtfully designed to offer an exceptional escape, where luxury meets natural splendor and every moment is an invitation to relax, rejuvenate, and revel in the unparalleled beauty of this idyllic destination.

And this year, the resort has been honored with the two prestigious awards, Asia’s Leading Beach Resort 2024 and Thailand’s Leading Beach Resort 2024 by Word Travel Awards.

With this latest recognition, the resort proudly extends its winning streak to an impressive 10 consecutive years in The World Travel Awards for both the Asian region and Thailand. The resort’ outstanding accomplishment firmly establishes its position as an unwavering and unmatched leader in the industry, showcasing its excellence in hospitality for nearly a decade.

Featured in the New York Times bestseller ‘1000 Places to See Before You Die,’ our resort boasts stunning, uninterrupted views of the renowned ‘Five Islands’ and Angthong National Park. These spectacular vistas are visible from nearly every guest room, suite, and villa, as well as from our signature Air Bar and restaurants. Adding to the resort’s allure is our 150-meter licensed private pier, which stretches diagonally into the ocean, offering guests a unique and immersive experience.

Featuring 79 guest rooms, suites and villas the resort presents an exquisite blend of range plantation style furnishing, Thai décor and contemporary amenities, across its accommodations ranging from 65 – 320 square meters.

Each unit provides an exceptional blend of Club InterContinental benefits, ensuring that all Club InterContinental guests enjoy a truly elevated experience. This includes access to the award-winning Baan Thai Spa by HARNN, renowned for its luxurious treatments, as well as a range of engaging kids’ activities at Planet Trekkers, designed to delight younger guests. Additionally, a variety of fun and exciting activities are available, catering to all interests and ages, making every stay both enjoyable and memorable.

Dining and entertainment comes in many forms, Amber opens from 6:30 AM – 10:00 PM, a range of delectable Thai and Asian cuisines, accompanied by breathtaking views available either outdoors or in our elegantly air-conditioned dining lounge; beachside restaurant Flames opens from lunch every day from 11.30 AM – 2.30 PM and Dinner from 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM serving up Mediterranean-inspired cuisines and curated mindful dishes, cooked live, grilled, or flamed in front of guests, and Air Bar opens from 5:00 PM – 10.00 PM serving an extensive menu of crafted cocktails and tapas dishes. Guests can dine privately with friends, family and loved ones – or charter signature speedboat for a day’s island hopping or an incredible relaxing sunset cruise.

We proudly offer a variety of packages that cater to each guest’s unique travel preferences. Tailor your visit and discover the resort’s incredible amenities and attractions, ensuring an incredible and unforgettable stay, the available packages are at https://samui.intercontinental.com/special-offer.

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At the helm is the charismatic Executive Chef Kien Wagner, an alchemist in the art of flavors. With an impressive culinary career spanning 18 years across multiple continents, Chef Kien has cultivated a keen eye for the extraordinary. Melding the mastery of his classical French training with a love for Asian cuisine, his approach to cooking is that of an artist, where food is the canvas and the ingredients are the colors. Every dish is a vibrant tapestry of flavors, techniques, and creativity that tells a story of Chef Kien’s gastronomic travels and his endless quest for exceptional ingredients.

And what better ingredients than those provided by the bountiful local landscape itself? The tasting menus at Dining on the Rocks are a tribute to Thailand’s diverse and rich culinary heritage. The freshest produce, sourced from local farmers and suppliers, forms the backbone of a menu that dances between the seasons, as each dish showcases the very best that nature has to offer.

The restaurant’s signature offering, “The Taste of Rock”, is a six-course tour de force. From the tart punch of a Beef Tartare with tiger prawn, Dijon mustard, parsley, caper berry and cured egg yolk to the decadence of the Chumphon 72 percent Thai dark chocolate Grand Cru lava pudding, every bite is a thrilling symphony for the senses.

“The Sea Tasting” is a siren call for seafood lovers. Featuring exotic dishes like the Thai Bouillabaisse with scallop, calamari, salmon roe and plankton oil to the Andaman White Snapper flavoured with kaffir lime and Hua Hin caviar, it’s a culinary journey that rides the waves of Thailand’s bountiful seas.

For the plant-based epicurean, “The Plant Tasting” weaves a flavorful tale of the earth’s offerings. With dishes that champion veggies like zucchini in a zesty tomato spice sauce, beetroot with a tangy goji berry sauce, and the inventive Plant Chocolate with orange and a coconut ice ball, this menu brings a playful spin to vegetarian dining.

There are also shorter four-course introductory tasting menus as well as a small a la carte menu. Amid the tantalizing courses, don’t forget to indulge in the palate-cleansing homemade sorbets and artisanal cheeses, a handpicked selection from local and international producers that adds another layer to this gourmet adventure.

Dining on the Rocks offers more than just a culinary feast; it’s a celebration of the senses. An evening here explores vibrant flavors, local ingredients, and innovative techniques, all coming together with Chef Kien’s culinary wizardry and the spectacular ambience of Six Senses Samui. So buckle up, culinary explorers; as taste-bud-tingling journey awaits.

Reservation is recommended. Open daily from 6:00 pm to 10:30 pm. To reserve please call +66(0) 7724 5678 or fbco-samui@sixsenses.com

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Welcoming guests into a spectacular open-air space on the ground floor is Breeze. Overlooking Layan’s shoreline, and with a sumptuous array of tables, daybeds and sun loungers, Breeze invites long, indulgent hours of infinity poolside relaxation. Upmarket and upbeat, this refined beach-club concept keeps spirits high with daily entertainment, including resident and guest DJs, and live sax and percussion.

At Breeze, guests can unwind in style all day with an extensive drinks list at their fingertips, and a delectable South Europe-influenced menu offering everything from gourmet pizzas to oysters and caviar paired with Champagne.

Moving upstairs, zuma pop-up brings elevated izakaya dining to the Layan beachfront with a pop-up serving the renowned restaurant’s trademark take on fresh Japanese flavours. Small sharing plates allow guests to indulge in a wide variety of dishes as they enjoy a chic and chilled seaside ambience against a smooth soundtrack of DJ beats.

On the third floor is another first for the Layan area, Roof Top, offering a glittering rooftop bar experience that sets the scene for an enchanted evening of cocktails during sunset or under the stars. Dimly lit tables and cabanas overlook the water with views stretching to the horizon for an unforgettable sunset soiree.

Guests can welcome the twilight with unique concoctions such as Guantanamera in 2002, a cigar-infused vodka-and-Hennessy cocktail with honey and cinnamon notes, or with one of Beach House’s signature gin drinks, like the house-distilled Origin by Anantara. Deft mixology and sweeping bay views which promise a rooftop experience unlike any on the island.

Offering the complete dawn till dusk beach experience on tropical Layan Bay, Beach House is a singular venue for Phuket. Set to become the premier destination for upscale seaside gatherings, it’s the perfect spot to while away the hours with inspired drinking and dining, captivating entertainment and unbeatable Andaman views.

To learn more about Beach House or to make a reservation, visit www.beachhouselayan.com or call +66 2 365 9110.

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