Krabi

Refresh and Renew
Stay at an attractive low-rise colonial resort, wallow in a lagoon style swimming pool, pamper yourself with spa treatments and hop into a Turkish bath for good measure, all under one roof at Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort (Klong Muang Beach, Nongtalay, 075-627-800. www.sofitel.com). Its Revitalize package (starts at B6,310 for 2 persons/night) comes with American breakfast, an hour of aroma tonic massage or traditional Thai massage for two and wellness drinks for two.

Fun in the Sun
Situated on Ao Nang, Krabi La Playa (143 Moo 3, T.Ao Nang, A. Muang, 075-637-015-20. www.krabilaplaya.com) is a contemporary Thai style resort with an 853 sq.m. swimming pool, complete with whirlpools. But if sitting by a pool sounds too soporific, then their Krabi Hunsa package (B3,999 net/person) might be for you. The deal gets you a two-night stay in a superior room including daily breakfast, one dinner set, roundtrip airport transfers and the chance to enjoy one of three entertaining diversions: a full day tour to four islands (Poda, Kai, Tub and Railay) by speed boat including lunch and snorkeling, a visit to the emerald pond-hot springs or a canoeing trip at Talen. Through Nov 30.

Chiang Mai

Wine and Dine
Head up North for some exotic Lanna sights and enjoy some fine dining while you’re at it. Part of the Unique Collection of Hotels and Resorts, De Naga (21 Soi 2, Ratchamanka, Moon Muang Rd., T. Pra Sing, 053-209-030. www.denagahotel.com) will be holding a range of food and drink events this year. Until the end of Oct, room prices start at B2,300. On Oct 11, you can rub shoulders with a wine master while enjoying a variety of Monsoon wines matched to food prepared by Chef Susie (B1,200/person). On Oct 31, enjoy a Groovy set dinner, four East-meets-West courses, a glass of wine and an after dinner drink for B960/person. On Nov 12, celebrate Loy Krathong with a Thai dinner set (B550/person), a complimentary krathong and a special cocktail. Further foodie events are available on their website.

Loei

Pedal Power
The Loei Palace Hotel (167/4 Charoenrat Rd., 042-815-668-73. www.amari.com/loeipalace), with rooms starting at B1,000, are offering hotel guests free bike hires so you can pedal your way through local historical spots like the City Pillar Shrine, Chao Po Kut Pong Shrine, Tham Phaa Pu Temple and Phiang Din Cave. On the way back, stop by the market and drink in the beautiful views of the Loei River. Alternatively, you can really stretch your legs and drop by the Phu Rua National Park or Loei’s winery and vineyards. Just don’t forget you’ve got to ride back when you’re done downing the samples of vino.

Hua Hin

Half Price Escape
The latest deal from Veranda Resort and Spa Hua Hin (737/12 Muang Talay Rd., 032-709-000-099. www.verandaresortandspa.com) gives you a good excuse to stay that extra night. It entitles all Thai nationals and residents to a 50% discount on their second night and a 50% discount on spa treatments. The offer is subject to availability and is not applicable on Saturdays and long weekends. Room prices start from B7,500. Through Nov 30.