BANGKOK: Love on the River of Kings

Riva Surya Bangkok invites lovers to take advantage of its two-night Valentine's Day package from February 13 to 15.

The price is Bt16,189 for two sharing in Deluxe Riva Room with a balcony overlooking the Chao Phrya. Also included are daily breakfast for two, romantic set dinner with a bottle of wine on Valentine's Day, a romantic cruise with free-flow sparkling wine on the river and Wi-Fi connectivity. This riverside boutique with just 68 rooms is a short walk from Phra Athit and khao san roads. Call (02) 633 5000 or email stay@rivasuryabangkok.com. Visit www.RivaSuryaBangkok.com.

Downtown luxury

Anantara Bangkok Sathorn offers a Valentine Escape in the City of Angels from February 12 to 16. Room rates start at Bt4,000 per night for a Deluxe room and Bt4,500 for a Skyline Deluxe room and guests receive a complimentary upgrade to the next room category. Anantara Bangkok Sathorn hotel is located on the edge of Bangkok's business district, a few minutes on foot from Chong Nonsi BTS station. Call (02) 210 9000 or visit http://Bangkok-Sathorn.Anantara.com.

HUA HIN

A day in Hua Hin

Sign up for the Siam Heritage Trust expedition to Hua Hin on March 9 and explore the town's glorious past. This one-day trip is organised by the Siam Society and it will take visitors to Sofitel Centara Grand Resort and Spa, Maruekhathaiyawan Palace and Chatchai marketplace. Designed for culture and architecture buffs, the trip will be conducted in the Thai language. The all-inclusive trip costs Bt2,150 and Bt1,950 (for Siam Society members).

Beauty in the baths

Sherazade Hammam & Spa at Villa Maroc Resort, south of Hua Hin, offers its "Sense of Moroccan Touch" spa package for the very best in face and body rejuvenation. Book the 90-minute treatment between 10am and 2pm and you receive a 30-per-cent discount. The offer is good from February 1 to March 31. Call (032) 630 771 or email spa@villamarocresort.com. Visit www.VillaMarocResort.com.

HONG KONG

Valentine in Wanchai

Planning a Valentine Escape in Hong Kong? The Fleming, a side-street hotel in the Wanchai area, has a deal for a pair of lovers. A single night, with Valentine's Day set dinner for two at Cubix, costs HK$2,999. Additional benefits include a chocolate gift box, floral bouquet, American breakfast for two and an evening wine experience. Call (852) 3607 2225 or email sales@thefleming.com. Visit www.TheFleming.com.hk.

CHIANG MAI

Romantic retreat

Panviman Chiang Mai Spa Resort offers a Magical Retreat Package that’s valid until March 31. It covers 2 nights in a Valley Deluxe Room for 2 persons, daily breakfast, welcome drink and cold towel, welcome fruit basket, one Thai set dinner for 2 persons, 60-minute stress release massage, free Wi-Fi and access to the hotel's facilities. Rates range from Bt10,900 to Bt34,000 depending on room type. Call (02) 459 4705-7, e-mail: reservations@panviman.com or book online at www.Panviman.com.