Start Planning Your Gastronomic Getaway in Phuket or Koh Samui
The “Phuket Sandbox” and “Samui Plus” programmes, both of which commenced in July 2021, fully vaccinated overseas visitors can now plan their long-awaited return to southern Thailand’s pure shores. A wealth of exotic attractions and activities await in these two idyllic islands, including some of the Kingdom’s finest restaurants.
To celebrate the launch of these innovative international travel programmes, highly desirable hotels and resorts in Phuket and Koh Samui have created value-added packages so every guest can stay in style and rediscover their love for Thai cuisine. Check out this mouth-watering trio of dining options…
- Black Ginger @ The Slate Phuket
- COAST Beach Club & Bistro @ Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket
- The Beach House & Bar @ Santiburi Koh Samui
- Saffron @ Banyan Tree Phuket
The Slate Phuket, Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, Santiburi Koh Samui and Banyan Tree Phuket have all achieved their Amazing Thailand Safety & Health Administration Plus (SHA+) certificates, which shows that they adhere to the highest health and safety standards, and that at least 70% of their staff members have been vaccinated against COVID-19.
Under the Phuket Sandbox initiative, fully-vaccinated overseas travellers from 67 countries and territories can fly direct to the “Pearl of the Andaman”, stay in world-class resorts and soak up the blissful beachfront vibe, without the need to quarantine. The Samui Plus programme lets international guests to fly to Koh Samui (either direct or via Bangkok) and stay for seven nights in an approved quarantine hotel, before moving to an SHA+ certified resort. After the first week, visitors will be free to explore the three enchanting islands of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.
For more information about the international travel requirements for Phuket and Koh Samui, please check the latest updates from the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) at www.tatnews.org/category/thailand-tourism-updates.
