Set in Bangkok’s pulsing epicenter, where the city’s best attractions are just steps away, the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park delivers the best of both worlds. Here age-old Thai heritage and hospitality blend harmoniously with modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology to create one of the most talked about hotels in the city.

After splurging on the St. Regis, I was looking for a more affordable hotel without having to sacrifice service and amenities. I knew I’d be in Bangkok for 1-2 weeks and wanted a place to temporarily call home.

Set in the heart of the city, St. Regis Bangkok is enveloped by timeless tradition and impeccable luxury. Boasting unparalleled service, fantastic culinary choices and one of the most comprehensive fitness centers I’ve ever witnessed, this property in downtown Bangkok delivers on every level.

I hadn’t originally planned on staying at this beautiful hotel, but because of last-minute changes to travel plans, I found myself standing at the grand entrance one evening. No matter how much we prepare, sometimes fate has different plans for us, right? Fortunately, I couldn’t be happier with how things worked out.

Hidden away from the world and framed by nature, Karma Resort in Koh Samui, Thailand is the place where dreams really do come true. I fell in love with the resort the first time I visited it and I’ve been coming back again and again ever since.

When Karma Resort offered me a free one-night stay with some complimentary dining, I had to snap it up. But one night simply wasn’t enough. I ended up extending my visit so I could take full advantage of the paradise on Earth. And with international borders opening up, I figured now was an excellent time to share my experience with anyone planning a reclusive Thailand getaway.

If you want to improve your diet or learn more about plant-based food, there’s no better place. The vegan restaurant takes you on a gastronomic journey and defies your expectations, while the rooftop mixology lounge helps you celebrate every day with farm-to-table and nootropic cocktails.

The resort is also an amazing place to meet new, like-minded people. If you’ve just made a major change in your life, like if you’ve decided to get sober, you might be experiencing people you used to know as friends drifting away from you. Kapuhala, located on Koh Samui Island, Thailand, is filled with business entrepreneurs, fitness enthusiasts and wellness lovers who you’ll have great fun getting to know.

Located in the Gulf of Thailand is a tropical island named Koh Samui. At just an hour’s flight away from Bangkok, this island is an ideal getaway for relaxing on the golden beach, some intense Muay Thai training, or simply pampering yourself with spa treatments.

If you’re anything like me, food is a big part of travel. You might think I’m vegan or vegetarian based on this list, but the truth is my body craves plant-based food. And I feel my best when I eat a plant-based diet. Don’t get me wrong, I still eat meat and you’ll see some of the recommended dishes on this list include meat and seafood.

After an incredible weekend in Singapore and some wonderfully chilled-out days in Langkawi, I carried on northwards in my Southeast Asia adventure and headed for Bangkok in Thailand. A true city of contrasts, where haggard generations-old tuk tuks pull up in front of immense gleaming temples and opulent rooftop bars serving incredible cocktails compete with humble street stalls dishing out bowls of steaming hot noodles, Bangkok is a complete assault on the senses – in the best way possible.