For those who are over staying in a typical "hotel" environment, Somerset Maison Asoke Bngkok offer a luxurious alternative where you can believe that you are in your own "home away from home". Officially opening on the 28th September 2018, Somerset Maison Asoke offer serviced studios and one-bedroom apartments where you get all the benefits of staying in a hotel, but with more space to call your own.

Tucked away from the bustling traffic in the commercial district of Sukhumvit, the apartments are in a cosy neighbourhood with easy access to Terminal 21 shopping mall as well as the cafes, bars, restaurants and shops in Sukhumvit and Petchaburi Roads. Getting around Bangkok will be a breeze, as both the Asok Skytrain (BTS) and the Sukhumvit subway stations are a mere 10-minutes away by foot.

Offering 125 contemporary and stylish apartments, you will have everything you could possibly need from state-of-the-art technology to fully equipped kitchens, if you have a hankering for being your own chef. The beds are super comfy and the multi-split air-conditioning will ensure a good night's sleep.

The business traveller has the necessary services available and the leisure traveller can relish in the fact that they can become a pseudo local for the duration of their stay.

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If you feel the need for some blissful sand-between-the-toes moments, a mellowing traditional Thai massage or delicate sipping of a mojito beside a lush swimming pool, then the Ritz Carlton Koh Samui should be on the top of the list for places to scamper to. A stunning resort of 175 suites and pool villas clinging to a cliff on the international acclaimed Koh Samui, it will leave you breathless in anticipation from the moment you book your indulgent stay.

A quick 45-minute flight from Bangkok will put you in the lap of luxury on Thailand's sun-drenched jewel where once fishermen and sea traders sheltered from storms. This same haven is now a special place where you can retreat from your busy world into one of pampered bliss, self-indulgence and decadent bare-foot opulence. If by some chance you can't escape without your screaming hordes, you can easily shuffle them off to the kid's program that will keep them in their own world of holiday fun, whilst you enjoy yours.

Cradled by oceanfront lulling night sounds, pampered throughout the days and with plenty of opportunities to go exploring the colourful local life of village markets, Buddha statues, golden temples and rustic beachfront restaurants, you will never want to take your feet out of the warm white sand.

The 7th Annual New Thai Hotels and Resorts Master List is out now! This is the Go-To list for people both inside the industry and those who simply love luxury hotels and resorts.

With over 30 projects in various stages in the production pipeline and scheduled opening dates going all the way to 2022, it is a must read. As always I will be adding to the list and updating it throughout the year as new information comes in.

2019 has a lot more going on, especially in Bangkok and especially along the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Chao Phraya estate is scheduled to be completed this year and will bring the Four Seasons Bangkok at Chao Phraya- a return to Bangkok for the Four Seasons after a five year break- as well as Capella Bangkok. Both properties are due in the second quarter of 2019, but don't be surprised if there are delays.

Another highly anticipated opening this year is the global debut of the new Orient Express hotel in Thailand's tallest building, the iconic Mahanakhon building- the one that looks like Godzilla took a swipe out of it.

I am very excited this year about the lineup of hotels opening in Thailand and am sure you are too.