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Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa (Bangkok; tel. 800/228-9290 or 02476-0022): After a day of crazy Bangkok traffic and exhausting sightseeing, you'll be relieved to hop aboard the ferryboat that'll take you to this sanctuary on the other side of the river. A city hotel that looks like a resort, the Marriott is simultaneously convenient and remote.

Banyan Tree Phuket (Phuket; tel. 0800/525-4800 or 07632-4374): With private villas that are pure romantic luxury, Banyan Tree has become a favorite for honeymooners. But don't just come for the romance -- options for dining and holiday activities are endless.

Rayavadee (Krabi; tel. 07562-0740): The two-story private bungalows at Rayavadee are on a luxury campus that opens to three beaches in different directions and lies in the shadow of some of the most dynamic, precipitous cliffs in the country. Rayavadee is a dynamic property featuring a room standard and service unparalleled anywhere in Thailand.

Pimalai Resort and Spa (Ko Lanta; tel. 07560-7999): On a remote stretch of beach far down the west coast of Ko Lanta, an as-yet little-developed island of budget bungalows and low-end resorts, Pimalai is a shining gem of luxury private bungalows, fine dining, and great service. They offer direct boat connections, and it's the perfect, upmarket escape.

Chiva-Som International Health Resort (Hua Hin; tel. 03253-6536): Luxury accommodations and personalized care makes this a popular choice for visiting celebrities. After experiencing Chiva Som's beauty and health treatments, you'll know how the rich and famous stay so rich and famous and a visit here can be a good starting over point for a new chapter of health.

Laem Set Inn (Ko Samui; tel. 07742-4393): Heralded in glossy overseas publications, Laem Set is quite a shining star. And for good reason -- the quiet, isolated location and charming local decor make for the ideal Samui getaway.

The Four Seasons Resort & Spa (Chiang Mai; tel. 800/545-4000 or 05329-8181): Luxurious Thai-style suites, excellent restaurants, a multitude of activities, and the most amazing swimming pool you've ever seen await you at The Four Seasons. Don't forget to meet their resident water buffalo family -- they work the resort's private rice paddies.

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