Rayong, Thailand, April 29, 2021 / TRAVELINDEX / The Resort Villa, a three-time winner of the prestigious World Luxury Hotel Award, will reopen in mid-2021. Following extensive renovations to meet the challenges of modern tourism and the Covid-19 pandemic, the resort will offer its unique facilities and activities specifically for guests residing in Thailand.

The story of this paradise on earth began with a Swedish businessman who fell in love with Rayong's natural beauty and transformed the 14,000 square meter property into a resort and private retreat. The resort villa first opened in 2018.

The eight luxurious villas are exclusively available to groups of up to 18 guests, guaranteeing absolute exclusivity and privacy. Resort amenities include indoor and outdoor home theaters, a games room, a fully equipped gym, and the Serenity Spa with its comprehensive range of services. Treatments range from traditional Thai and hot stone massages to luxurious facials and manicures. The entire property is connected by 1,000 square meters of saltwater infinity pools with integrated fiber optic lighting. A particular highlight of the resort is the impressive 15-meter-long aquarium with a capacity of 80 cubic meters and over 800 fish from 50 different species. Guests are welcome to swim in the aquarium.

Culinary delights await you under the guidance of French chef Laurent Renaud and his deputy Stephane Smargiassi, who will treat you to exquisite dishes from Thai, Japanese, French, and Moroccan cuisine. Among the resort villa's specialties are "Coral bass on barley risotto in coconut-tamarind sauce with julienned vegetables" and "Braised and reduced beetroot in balsamic soy sauce with fresh local herbs and garlic, garnished with fresh goat cheese."

“We will introduce you to the delicious regional products before serving imported products,” says chef Laurent.

The resort villa's extensive wine cellar houses a refined collection, including Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, and a wide selection of imported Italian wines. A total of nine dining areas, four different bars (including a rooftop bar), a custom-built pizza oven, and three separate kitchens are available. The staff regularly organizes themed evenings, such as a Thai night with traditional dinner and dancing, an Italian night with dinner and a film screening, or a Moroccan night with a DJ and belly dancing. Beach barbecues, formal dinners on the panoramic terrace with a jazz band, as well as wedding receptions or private events for up to 350 guests can be hosted on the premises.

The resort villa is nestled amidst stunning natural surroundings and offers easy access to many nearby attractions. Just 45 minutes from the resort is Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park. This 84-kilometer area, surrounded by lush rainforests, was designated Thailand's 13th national park in 1975. It boasts a spectacular three-kilometer waterfall and over eight caves carved into the limestone mountains. Seasonally, the resort offers a glowworm dinner excursion within the national park. Guests board a traditional Thai houseboat and enjoy a Thai dinner amidst the mangrove forest, illuminated by hundreds of twinkling glowworms. Other nearby attractions include Kohl's Man Nai, a sea turtle sanctuary located five kilometers from Lam Mae Phim, and Coca-Cola Beach, eight kilometers away. For maritime and history enthusiasts, the HTMS Prasae Memorial is a must-see. This former US Navy vessel is moored at the mouth of the nearby Prasae River. Also worth visiting is the Kru Kung Museum, which recreates life in a 1950s Thai village complete with a school, bar, cinema, and parlor. The famous Sunthorn Phu Monument, honoring the 19th-century Thai poet, is also located within a large public park featuring gardens and fountains, and houses numerous statues of mythical figures from Phu's poems and his epic saga, "Phra Aphai Mani."

Guests seeking a bit more adrenaline can try various water sports such as jet surfing, flyboarding, and water skiing under the guidance of PADI-certified instructors. Island hopping in the Gulf of Thailand is offered using one of the resort's four speedboats, including a particularly fast 12-meter rigid inflatable boat (RIB). Six all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are also available for guests.

The resort villa has recently undergone extensive renovations, and its already stringent anti-Covid measures have been further enhanced. Guests seeking an undisturbed holiday with family or close friends can rely on the resort's high safety and hygiene standards. The resort is proud to have been a COVID-free zone since its opening. Its extremely private and secluded location at the tip of Lam Mae Phim, far removed from any commercial buildings or activities, has significantly contributed to this success. Located just a few hours' drive from Bangkok, the resort allows guests to conveniently arrive by car and check in directly at the resort, avoiding the need to travel to the airport and share a plane with other passengers. Arrival is direct and straightforward. Highly effective disinfectants and ozonated water are used to disinfect the entire property, both indoors and out. Fitness rooms, saunas, and hot tubs are disinfected after each use. All bedrooms and common areas are equipped with hand sanitizer, and the air conditioning system throughout the resort has been thoroughly disinfected. All bed linen and towels are washed at high temperatures with environmentally friendly bleach. All staff, including chefs, are required to wear masks, goggles, and full protective gowns. Social distancing must be maintained both among staff and when interacting with guests.

“Resort Villa has hosted Hollywood stars, royalty, and international business leaders in the past. Now that travel is possible again, Resort Villa hopes to win the trust of local guests and choose the resort as one of their first destinations for a luxurious and carefree vacation with friends and family,” said Benjamin Tellenbach, General Manager of Resort Villa. “We are very much looking forward to welcoming guests from Thailand and the entire region in the coming months.”

About the Resort Villa: The Resort Villa is one of the most luxurious private retreats in Asia and is located amidst the tranquil fishing villages, tropical rainforests and pristine beaches of Rayong province.

The story of this paradise began with a Swedish businessman who fell in love with Rayong's natural beauty and transformed the 14,000-square-meter property into a resort and private retreat. To guarantee absolute exclusivity and privacy, the resort's eight individual villas are reserved for a single group of up to 18 guests. These guests, often Hollywood stars, members of the Swedish royal family, and international business leaders, are attended to by 60 full-time staff members whose job it is to fulfill their every wish.

The Resort Villa is always committed to acting in an environmentally conscious manner and is known for its social services such as beach clean-up campaigns and a campaign to neuter dogs in order to control the dog population in the area, as well as for its contributions to and support of the local community in preserving the natural environment of their surroundings.