Elite Havens Receives the Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (SHA) Certificate
Elite Havens is proud to share that we have received the Amazing Thailand Safety and Health Administration (SHA) certificate by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). We are grateful and humbled to be presented with
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Inspiring Art-Filled Villas in Bali
One of the best things about private villas in Bali is that no two villas are the same. Forget uniform lobbies, drab bedding and boring white walls. Think fascinating artefacts, colourful furnishings, amazing art and unique
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Beat the Heat: Best Pool Villas in Bali
Nothing beats the heat better than a dip in a cool pool. We splashed through our villa collection to find the best pools for you. Whether your preference is for a plunge, infinity-edge, swim-up bars,
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Remote Working From a Private Villa or Chalet
2020 threw us a curveball that we did not see coming. Just when we thought we had life and its predictable routine down pat, someone picked up the Boggle box and shook it up. And
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Top 10 Predictions for Travel in a Post-COVID-19 World
The world of travel may seem like a distant dream for now. But with countries finally gaining control over their community spread and easing lockdown restrictions, it’s a thought that is creeping into our minds.
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5 Must-Try Street Foods in Asia
Street food is not for the faint-hearted. It takes guts, a sense of adventure, and a strong constitution to indulge in foods sold on street stalls, dearly loved by locals. But if you’re a curious traveller,
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Thailand Welcomes Long Stay Tourists With New Visa Announcement
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha announced the approval of a new long-stay visa for visitors during a cabinet meeting on September 15. The visa will be valid for up to 270 days and will allow visitors
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Remote Working From a Private Villa or Chalet
2020 threw us a curveball that we did not see coming. Just when we thought we had life and its predictable routine down pat, someone picked up the Boggle box and shook it up. And
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Yachting on Phuket: Best Charters for Island-Hopping
“Trust me, it’s paradise. This is where the hungry come to feed. For mine is a generation that circles the globe and searches for something we haven’t tried before. So never refuse an invitation, never
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Between Bali and Lombok, The Famous Wallace Line
Alfred Russel Wallace was a British naturalist who lived from 1823 to 1913. He is recognized for independently forming the theory of evolution through natural selection. In 1858, before Charles Darwin published On the Origin of
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The Magic of Nyepi: Bali’s Unique Day of Silence
While most cultures celebrate the new year with rowdy celebrations, revelry and fireworks, in Bali the dawning of a new year is ushered in with a unique day of silence, known as Nyepi. This year,
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The Balinese Art of Monster-making
Nyepi is the first day of the Saka lunar calendar, a sacred occasion in Bali when people stay indoors for quiet reflection. For many visitors in Bali during this time of year, the message is
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5 Must-Try Local Balinese Dishes
Bali, Lombok and Nusa Lembongan have much to offer when it comes to delicious indigenous cuisines. Make sure you try these favourites during your vacation. Our in-villa chef will be pleased to serve these up, with a touch of
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Thai Food, A Fabulous Fusion of Flavours
Food is so central to Thai culture, that when in Thailand you’re more likely to be greeted with “Gin Khao Yung?” which means “Have you eaten yet?” than with a “How are you today?” In
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Irresistible Thai Desserts
Sometimes, it's just easier to say yes to that extra snack or dessert, because frankly, it is exhausting to keep saying no. - Michelle Obama If you have a sweet tooth, then Thailand is the
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How To Be Culturally Correct in Thailand
Known as ‘The Land of Smiles’, Thailand is a treasure trove of cultural delights, inhabited by gracious and warm people. Here’s a cheat sheet of things to keep in mind when visiting Thailand. THE DOs
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Mind Your Manners: DOs and DON’Ts in Bali
Don’t make a faux pas when visiting this gorgeous Island of the Gods. The Balinese are so polite that they wouldn’t even dream of pointing out even the most horrendous cultural transgression delivered unknowingly by a
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Top 6 Bali White Sand Beaches
Besides its rich culture and art which sets Bali apart from other island destinations, it is also unique in the variety of beaches it offers. Choose from powdery white sands to rocky cliff-fronts, from unreal
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