FlyerBonus Premier Members in Bangkok Airways Boutique Series Lanna Marathon 2018
FlyerBonus, the Frequent Flyer Programme of Bangkok Airways', recently organised an exclusive trip for Premier Members and their companions to participate in the "Bangkok Airways Boutique Series Lanna Marathon 2018" held between 10-11 November. As well as undertake a grueling marathon, the group also had time to visit "Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden", enjoy delicious dishes at popular restaurants and have a pleasant stay at "dusitD2 Chiang Mai".
The first visit was made at "Queen Sirikit Botanic Garden", offering a mix of natural beauty and ornamental grounds that include glasshouses showcasing flora and plants. No visit is complete without experiencing Thailand's longest canopy walkway which rises 20 metres above sea level and stretches for 400 metres amongst tall forest trees. Time for lunch at "Bombay Hut", an all-British-Indian-themed restaurant with creatively crafted dishes by 'Chef Chang' who worked at a five-star Thai restaurant in Mumbai for 10 years. Next stop, a Natural Dyeing Workshop at "Baan Kang Wat" Artist Village. Explore indigo vat dyeing and 'Shibori' resist techniques from Japan to create beautiful patterned textiles
Check-in and freshen up at "dusitD2 Chiang Mai Hotel", surrounded by the city's bustling night bazaar, restaurants and entertainment. The casual atmosphere throughout this boutique hotel extends from the classical Thai of "Cafe SOI" restaurant to the laid-back attitudes at "Mix Bar" and poolside. For those looking to wind down, "Devarana Spa" is the hotel's multi-award-winning spa, while those looking to wind up can do so at "DFit", one of the best-equipped health clubs in Chiang Mai.
For tonight's dinner at "137 Pillars House". Savour the epicurean art of gourmet cuisine in a beautiful colonial house dating back 130 years and Head back to the dusitD2 Chiang Mai Hotel for the evening.