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Bangkok, Hua hin and pattaya

Traditional treatment at the Marriott

Ancient Thai healing wisdom is being put into practice at Marriott Resort spas in Bangkok, Hua Hin and Pattaya. The Thai Royal Retreat package includes a 60minute Luk Pra Kob hot compress - a centuriesold treatment for relieving inflammation and nourishing skin - plus a 30minute Thai Herbal Facial to boost your natural beauty. The package costs Bt2,700 and is valid on weekdays until the end of May. Call the Bangkok Marriott at (02) 476 0022, ext 1563; the Hua Hin Marriott at (032) 511 881, ext 1811; or the Pattaya Marriott at (038) 412 120, ext 1711.

Phi Phi Island

Serenity in a sand garden

Until June 30, Zeavola Resort's "ZZummer@Zeavola" promotion gets you a night in a Garden Suite, inclusive of breakfast for two at Baxil restaurant and Internet access, for Bt7,800. Stay three consecutive nights and you can relax with a complimentary 60minute massage (choose from a Phi Phi Lomi, aromatherapy massage, sport, or foot massage). Stay four consecutive nights and they'll throw in a set dinner for two. Call (075) 627 000, or email reservation@zeavola.com.

Chiang Mai

Northern Rose for romance

Sitting in the heart of the city with a great view of Doi Suthep, De Naga is turning up the summer heat with its "Miracle of Love Package". It covers two nights/three days in a Deluxe room with American breakfast, wel¬come drink, Internet access, minibar, airport transfers, a candlelit set dinner at Naga Restaurant and a threehour "Classic Spa Package". Book by October 31 and you pay Bt10,698 (Bt7,348 for single occupancy). Call (053) 209 030 or email info@denagahotel.com.

Pattaya

Double the pleasure

Along with the aromatic oils and herbs, visitors are scenting a bargain in the air at Amari Orchid Resort Pattaya's Sivara Spa. From now until October 31, the spa has a "buy one get one free" deal, giving you the chance to indulge in natureinspired treat¬ments and bring a partner along for free. Call (038) 418 418, or email sivaraspa@orchid.amari.com.

Phuket, Krabi, Trat and Samui

Sun, fun and family

Centara Hotels & Resorts have a sevennight "Exotic Summer Holiday" package between now and October 31 with prices starting from Bt 9,950 net. The package covers accommodation with buffet break¬fast, complimentary welcome drink and a bottle of sparkling wine. Also part of the deal are airport transfers, a set dinner for two, 45minute massage at SPA Cenvaree for one, and children under 12 sharing their parents' room. Call (02) 101 1234, ext 1, or email rsvncgh@chr.co.th.

AIRLINE PROMOTIONS

Shorthop highlights

Bangkok Airways has cut fares further with its latest promotion for those who book flights by May 10 and travel before July. The offer is for roundtrip fares between Bangkok and Asian destinations. Highlights are Luang Prabang or Siem Reap for Bt6,900, Ho Chi Minh City, Yangon or Phnom Penh for Bt4,500, Guilin or Xian for Bt9,000  and Hiroshima or the Maldives for Bt14,900. The fares cover fuel surcharge, travel insurance and air¬port taxes - except for airport taxes at Yangon, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. On domestic routes, Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Phuket, Sukhothai or Trat is Bt3,700 - the same price as Pattaya (UTapao) to Samui or Phuket. A BangkokSamui return costs Bt5,000. Visit www.Bangkokair.com or call 1771.