Fast forward
Other travellers to Phuket may not be pleased to discover they'll have to wait a little longer to clear immigration, but Andara Resort & Villas (andaraphuket. com) is offering its guests an exclusive fast-track service. For 1,800 baht (HK$415; per person, round trip), guests will be 'whisked' through airport formalities to a limousine, which will take them to the new Allan Zeman-owned luxury hideaway on Millionaires' Mile. Departure will be similarly smooth, with complimentary pre-flight drinks at the airport's Coral Lounge. The private beachside resort has 26 pool villas (below) and 37 residential suites, most of which have private infinity pools or rooftop jacuzzis overlooking the Andaman Sea. Rates start at US$710.
An uplifting experience
Those who find air travel taxing may want to prepare for a long-haul flight with Plateau Spa's Pampering Pre-flight Experience at the Grand Hyatt (hongkong.grand.hyatt.com), available from early next month. Guests will be able to relax, sip tea to the sounds of soft music and select one of two specially designed treatments; the soothing Pre-flight Hydrating Facial (HK$1,650) or the Anti-stress Pre-flight Massage (HK$1,550). The customised 90-minute facial deeply nourishes and energises the skin, bracing it for dry cabin air. The calming techniques used in the massage relieve the mind and body of stress.
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