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Thailand

Opening late this summer (2008) on Koh Kood, Thailand's fourth-largest but barely developed island near the Cambodian border, Soneva Kiri is the latest resort by leaders in intelligent luxury tourism, Six Senses. It's a 'light footprint' place, but also offers complete indulgence. Guests will arrive by eight-seater Cessna Grand Caravan plane, live in exquisite but simple villas built of sustainable local materials, and enjoy the large hillside spa, outdoor cinema, treetop dining (waiters will be hoisted up on pulleys to refill your glass), plus classes in anything from gardening to astronomy. Carrier (0161 491 7630; www.carrier.co.uk) offers eight nights for the price of four at Soneva Kiri, staying in a Soneva Hill Suite SEE CNTRAVELLER.COM'S GUIDES TO THAILAND HERE