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— T h a i l a n d — – 222 – www.paradises.com R A Y A V A D E E A member of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World, Rayavadee is set on the edge of Krabi's National Marine Park at the heart of the stunning Phranang Peninsula amid lush foliage, limestone cliffs, white sand beaches and the emerald waters of the Andaman Sea. Award-winning luxury Listed on Conde Nast Traveler's Reader Choice Awards 2014 Top 20 Resorts in Asia 2014, Rayavadee boasts 98 two-storey pavilions and four luxurious, beachfront villas scattered throughout tropical gardens and coconut groves. The architecture blends with its natural surroundings to create a unique atmosphere reminiscent of an idyllic southern Thai village. All spacious accommodations offer stylish, tropical décor with polished wood, richly coloured fabrics and handcrafted details throughout. Rayavadee serves delicious gourmet cuisine with a range of venues offering everything from elegant dining to casual beachside fare. Choose from classic Thai dishes and tempting international favourites, or for a unique dining experience, The Grotto is nestled under an ancient limestone cliff on the edge of Phranang Beach. Enjoy a leisurely lunch here or lose yourself in the magic of a perfect sunset as you enjoy cocktails and a menu of light snacks. Sumptuous barbecues are also held here on special nights each week. Unwind and indulge Dedicated to your total wellbeing and relaxation, Rayavadee Spa offers an extensive range of therapies that draw on ancient Thai healing traditions and philosophies of wellbeing. The luxurious spa offers revitalising facials and scrubs, energising body wraps, soothing massages, salon treatments and spa packages individually tailored to your needs. Rayavadee's activity centre offers a full range of excursions to Krabi's most interesting sites as well as half and full- day trips aboard its luxury speedboats to the area's outlying islands. A stroll through Krabi Town's morning market offers a glimpse of traditional local life while elephant riding, scenic natural parks and waterfalls are also located nearby. The cliff walls and green waterways of Ta Lane's mangrove forests offer exciting opportunities to explore by kayak. In addition, sea canoes, snorkelling and wind surfing equipment is available at the Water Sports Centre. The fitness centre is located next to the resort's tennis and squash courts. Cultural offerings include Thai cooking classes, f lower garland making and learning the art of traditional Thai fruit carving. 214 Moo 2, Tambol Ao-Nang, Amphur Muang Krabi 81000 THAILAND Tel: +66 75 620740 Fax: +66 75 620630 Email: reservation@rayavadee.com www.rayavadee.com