Where is it? Perched on a secluded cliff on the northwest coast of Phuket.
What's so special about it? Trisara is a luxurious retreat with 24 luxury villas serviced by more than 200 staff.
What are the villas like? Spacious, at about 240 square metres, and each comes with a private pool. Teak floors, silk panels and woven bamboo details provide a contrast to clean contemporary lines. Top-of-the-line Bose entertainment systems, including surround-sound stereos and plasma television sets, are standard. There is unlimited broadband access and mini iPods are available for downloading music.
What's the atmosphere like? The resort's design draws on Thai, Myanmese and Indian architecture and features the type of sloping, clay-tiled rooves found on Myanmese temples. The property is set between jungle and ocean, and has the atmosphere of a hidden Asian palace.
Any other activities? The resort has membership at the nearby Blue Canyon golf club and offers complimentary sets of clubs for guests to use. A 45-metre pool is set above the beach, while the gymnasium is staffed by personal trainers and a PADI diving centre provides excursions and certification. Guests also have exclusive use of a range of luxury motor yachts.
Is there a spa? Of course. It contains six private treatment suites leading to a pavilion surrounded by ponds and gardens. Yoga and meditation are specialities, while reiki, Pilates and nia