Chiang Mai, Thailand, October 24, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The Anantara Chiang Mai Resort welcomes travelers from all over the world back with renovated accommodations and exciting new culinary experiences in a prime riverside location.

With the COVID-19 pandemic subsiding, travel to Thailand returning to normal, and Chiang Mai ready to celebrate life again, the Anantara Chiang Mai Resort recently hosted a glamorous evening reception for members of the Lanna royal family, foreign diplomats, and leading government and business officials on the lawn of its 100-year-old historic building. Around 200 guests enjoyed an evening of live music and performances, accompanied by canapés and drinks.

The former British Consulate, renovated by Asia-based architect Kerry Hill, known for icons such as the Sukhothai in Bangkok and the Aman Hotels throughout the region, is the heart of the wine and dining experience at the award-winning Anantara Chiang Mai.

The new guest experience begins in the Brit Bar on the ground floor, redesigned as an exclusive members' club for the British Secret Service. Here, guests can enjoy aperitifs and stimulating conversation in a relaxed atmosphere, including the classic oak bar, lounges adorned with antique maps and collectibles, and a secret room behind a bookshelf accessible only to members of the public. Experts are on hand to advise guests on wines, whiskies, cigars, and an original cocktail menu.

Dinner will then be served in the upstairs restaurant, "The Service 1921." There, Chef David Eldridge presents a brand-new menu featuring the finest seafood and meats, including the restaurant's own dry-aged beef, as well as free-range chicken and pork from Thai producers. Culinary highlights include beef tartare with bone marrow emulsion, sous-vide egg yolk, Parmesan, and Sriracha; a 400g thick-cut pork chop from Sloane's with smoky mustard and apple glaze; and the British classic Eton Mess with local strawberries, whipped cream, meringue, and sorbet.

Today also sees the opening of Chiang Mai's first rooftop champagne bar, "Bubbles," right on the Ping River. The drinks menu is completely new, offering the world's finest champagnes by the glass and bottle, as well as innovative, sparkling cocktail creations. The bar's most exclusive table, located directly on the riverbank and accessible via a glass walkway, is ideal for private celebrations such as marriage proposals or anniversaries.

On November 1st, the picturesque Bodhi Terrace opens in the shade of the resort's 200-year-old Bodhi trees. The menu showcases the best of Thai cuisine from north to south, and thanks to its riverside location, the restaurant provides the perfect setting for the city's most spectacular Loy Krathong celebrations.

Other new features at the resort include work on the private pier, from which river cruises will soon be offered, a Thai clinic and an infusion bar at the Anantara Spa, as well as the renovation of the 84 rooms and suites. The spacious accommodations, starting at 50 square meters and offering tranquil views of the garden and river, impress with their classic, modern tropical design featuring Zen teak elements and a focus on pleasant breezes and coolness, complemented by state-of-the-art luxury amenities.

“At Anantara, we always strive to optimize our guests’ stay and immerse travelers in modern local culture through unique and authentic experiences,” said General Manager Khun Pitak Norathepkitti. “I thank all our valued guests who are celebrating our latest offerings with us tonight and look forward to welcoming guests from all over the world again in the near future.”

The Anantara Chiang Mai Resort was recently voted one of Thailand's best resorts in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2022. Nearly a quarter of a million voters from around the world participated in these prestigious and long-standing awards in the travel industry.