Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand

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1 FACT SHEET PROPERTY: ADDRESS: Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Thailand 499 Moo 1, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai 57150, Thailand Mailing: Post Office Box 18, Chiang Saen Post Office Chiang Rai 57150, Thailand TELEPHONE: FACSIMILE: WEBSITE: OPENING DATE: January 15, 2006 MANAGEMENT: INVESTORS: Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Toronto Baan Boran Chiang Rai Co., Ltd ARCHITECTS, INTERIOR & LANDSCAPE DESIGNER: Bill Bensley, Bensley Design Studios, Bangkok SENIOR MANAGEMENT: General Manager Camp Manager Director of Marketing Director of Sales Director of PR & Communications Max Musto Reza Jafari Betty Chan Bikramjit Bhangoo Karuna Amarnath LOCATION: ACCOMMODATION: Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is located on elevated ground near the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong Rivers, in the heart of the Golden Triangle, the Tented Camp overlooks 3 countries simultaneously: Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos. Guests approach the camp by boat down the Ruak River. Thick stands of bamboo and other native trees envelop the camp, which is spread out along a roughhewn 1 km trail. The tropical jungle atmosphere brings life and colour to the area s notorious history. Generously positioned away from each other for privacy, 15 luxurious, fully air-conditioned, customised tents and 1 Explorer s Lodge provide guests with all the comforts they have come to expect of Four Seasons. The furnishings and decor are reminiscent of 19 th century adventure expeditions with handcrafted furniture, hardwood floors, mosquito nettings and hurricane lamps. 1

2 A luxurious king-size bed takes up one side of the tent, while an oldfashioned, two-person hand-hammered copper bathtub stands in the centre of the room. A sundeck with a day bed and two massage beds, as well as an outdoor rain shower, add to the old-world charm. Each of the 15 tents, named after local hill tribes or fauna and flora, shares a common layout, but is uniquely decorated and furnished in individual colour schemes with coordinated furnishings. Luxury Tents Explorers Lodge A quaint walkway leads to each tent, where elephant-tusk-styled door handles open into a living area measuring 54 square metres (581 square feet). The Deluxe Tents in Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle feature a custom-made wooden hot tub on the outdoor deck, while the Superior Tents measure the same but without the hot tubs on the sundeck. (Total 15 Tents: 5 Deluxe and 10 Superior) Ideal for a family or group of close friends, a newly created, safari-style lodge comes with two airy bedrooms and a spacious deck, featuring an outdoor plunge pool with stunning views of the surrounding jungle. The interiors reflect a combination of luxury and the spirit of adventure, decorated in a unique color scheme and with coordinated furnishings. Every single detail is a reflection of the Four Seasons commitment to comfort and authenticity, from the custom-crafted bathtubs and bespoke accessories to the carefully chosen artwork and objets d art that offer a glimpse into Thai culture and craftsmanship. (Total 1 Lodge) FEATURES & AMENITIES: o 100% cotton oversized bath towels o Coffee and tea making facilities o Computer hook-up portals o Hair dryer o Hypo-allergenic pillows on request o Down pillows o Individually controlled air conditioning o In-tent safe o In-tent spa services o In-tent Dining o Emergency overnight kits o Multi-line telephone (s) with voic o Refrigerated private bar o Twice-daily housekeeping service o Wired and WiFi broadband Internet FOOD & BEVERAGE: Dining at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is an integral part of Camp activities, and promises to be an experience guests will remember long after departure. 2

3 As a small, close-knit community, guests share their dining experiences in locations which may vary from day to day. Breakfast will be served at Nong Yao, the main restaurant, while lunch may be a picnic in the jungle. Afternoon activity may last until it is time for a sundowner. At that time, all activities recess for 30-minutes of snacks and refreshments to watch the sky turn golden. Dinner is an event at the Camp, whether it is a barbecue under the stars or a dinner by campfire at the Elephant Camp. Nong Yao Restaurant An open-air thatched roof pavilion with rustic hardwood floors, Nong Yao Restaurant at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle offers Thai, Laotian, Burmese and Western cuisine. The restaurant features a bar area, complete with a double-sided fireplace in the middle. You can also relax and enjoy a drink around an open fire pit adjacent to the restaurant. Hurricane lamps dot the public areas, lending a rustic effect. At breakfast and lunch, tables are decorated with local hill-tribe artefacts. Local stoneware and silver cutlery are used for serving. Dinner is served in Four Seasons style: white linen with simple, elegant porcelain dishes and complementary glassware. Seating capacity: 51 guests Burma Bar An open-air thatched-roof lounge within sight of the Elephant Camp and overlooking Burma and the Ruak River, Burma Bar at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle enjoys perfect views of the sunset. The Bar is decorated with trekking and navigation equipment, including maps, books and tribal antiques. Its home-like, informal atmosphere makes it the spot for a quiet, contemplative moment in which to enjoy the tranquillity of the environment. Sip a cocktail and read a book while curled up in one of its overstuffed leather couches. Seating capacity: 35 guests Wine Cellar Our interpretation of a wine cellar is a local-style thatched-roof building which goes beyond storing an impressive collection of international and Thai wines. We invite guests to join us in a wine and cheese tasting session which is scheduled daily at this rustic venue. Seating capacity: 4 guests FACILITIES: Pool: After a morning of activity, relax and cool off in our free-form pool at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle. Soothe your aching muscles in our therapeutic swirling whirlpool. Landscaped with local granite boulders and teak logs, the pools overlook the Ruak River, providing you with an idyllic setting from which to watch a glorious sunset or turquoise sky. 3

4 SPA: Rejuvenate your body and bathe your spirit in perfect serenity at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle. Set amidst the bamboo forests of the Golden Triangle, two spa pavilions with double treatment rooms nestle in the San Valley that bisects the Camp. Their rustic design and naturalistic materials blend in with the environment, featuring two spa beds, and bathtub/shower area. In this environment of simple luxury, traditional Thai massage and innovative ritual, assisted by the healing power of nature found in mountain botanicals and warming spices, guide you on a restorative journey. TRADING POST BOUTIQUE: SIGHTSEEING: Located beneath Burma Bar, our Trading Post opens daily from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and offers a selection of unique regional antiques, artefacts, jewellery, books and sundries. As its name suggests, the Golden Triangle is a magical place an exotic destination where Thailand, Burma and Laos converge. In these misty mountains, with their surrealistic views and wandering clouds of mist, live some of Thailand s oldest civilisations. Along with a spectacular and unspoiled landscape, the region also has a rich history. There are plenty of things to do in and around the area. One of the most memorable experiences is a ride on the long-tailed boat to the confluence of the Ruak River and the mighty Mekong. This natural boundary separates the three countries: Laos is to the east of the Mekong, Burma to the north of Ruak, and Thailand to the west of the Mekong. AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION: Airport transfers from Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to the Four Seasons Tented Camp are available. CURRENCY: The unit of currency is the Thai Baht (THB), which is divided into 100 satang. There are notes for THB 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1,000 and coins for smaller denominations. CLIMATE: VOLTAGE: The Golden Triangle is a year-round destination with a tropical climate that is cooler and less humid than the central and southern regions of Thailand. There are three seasons: o Summer: March June o Rainy season: July October o Winter season: November February 220 volts, 50 cycles. 4

5 IMMIGRATION: Nationals of certain countries do not require visas for stays of up to thirty days. The updated visa exemption list can be viewed on About Four Seasons Resorts Thailand Four Seasons Resorts Thailand comprises three resorts, two conventional resorts located on the island of Samui and in the Northern province of Chiang Mai and a tented camp in the Northern Golden Triangle. Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui, opened in 2007, is an away-fromit-all hillside resort overlooking the remarkable tropical beauty of the Gulf of Thailand. Its Thai villas are set amid lush gardens coconut groves and a glorious amphitheatre of sky, sea and jungle. Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, opened in1999, features spacious Lanna-style pavilions overlooking terraced rice fields in the Mae Rim Valley, with mountains beyond, all minutes from the artistic and cultural heritage of Thailand. Opened in 2006, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle offers an exquisite luxury experience with 15 tented accommodations set amid exotic bamboo jungle. Guests can interact with elephants, explore the natural beauty of Chiang Rai and experience the adventures of a lifetime. As different as they are, the three properties welcome guests with the same Four Seasons spirit, highlighting thoughtful service and exceptional quality. For more information, visit 5

INFUSED WITH EXOTIC MYSTIQUE. Luxury, authenticity and adventure in the Golden Triangle

INFUSED WITH EXOTIC MYSTIQUE. Luxury, authenticity and adventure in the Golden Triangle INFUSED WITH EXOTIC MYSTIQUE Luxury, authenticity and adventure in the Golden Triangle A MAGICAL JOURNEY BEGINS Travel by traditional long-tailed boat into the bamboo jungles of Chiang Rai to the fabled