Mingalabar, hello and welcome to the very first edition of GOING WILD, YOMA Land's very own natural history blog. Every month we'll be showcasing some of the amazing wildlife that can be found at either Pun Hlaing Estate, Star City or both, so everyone will have a chance to keep an eye out for the many species of flowers, trees and animals which will be highlighted. Starting us off for July is one of the most spectacular birds that can be observed in Southeast Asia, THE BURMESE ROLLER.
Exploring the Mergui Archipelago in Myanmar - Silently. Burma Boating, a sailing firm owned by Myanmar tourism trailblazers Memories Group, has unveiled the latest acquisition to its fleet – the Silent Yachts 55, a luxurious 16.7-meter solar-powered hybrid cruiser, which will offer expeditions around the beautiful Mergui Archipelago from January 2019.
Awei Pila, an exclusive private island resort, is set in a fascinating and magical virgin destination, the Mergui Archipelago. This enchanting and exclusive villa resort is edgy and delightfully mischievous, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Experience the wonders of being one of the first in an untouched destination. Discover the majesty of the Mergui, the destination to disconnect to reconnect. Awei Pila, private island resort, barefoot luxury at its finest.
Memories Group’s inaugural Sustainability Report will be published later in 2018 and will cover its activities from April
2017 to March 2018. This section provides a summary of the activities currently underway which are part of Memories Group’s Sustainability Report, and highlights some of the community and environmental outreach efforts undertaken by its various businesses.
Mingalabar, hello and welcome to the very first edition of GOING WILD, YOMA Land's very own natural history blog. Every month we'll be showcasing some of the amazing wildlife that can be found at either Pun Hlaing Estate, Star City or both, so everyone will have a chance to keep an eye out for the many species of flowers, trees and animals which will be highlighted. Starting us off for July is one of the most spectacular birds that can be observed in Southeast Asia, THE BURMESE ROLLER.
Exploring the Mergui Archipelago in Myanmar - Silently. Burma Boating, a sailing firm owned by Myanmar tourism trailblazers Memories Group, has unveiled the latest acquisition to its fleet – the Silent Yachts 55, a luxurious 16.7-meter solar-powered hybrid cruiser, which will offer expeditions around the beautiful Mergui Archipelago from January 2019.
Awei Pila, an exclusive private island resort, is set in a fascinating and magical virgin destination, the Mergui Archipelago. This enchanting and exclusive villa resort is edgy and delightfully mischievous, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Experience the wonders of being one of the first in an untouched destination. Discover the majesty of the Mergui, the destination to disconnect to reconnect. Awei Pila, private island resort, barefoot luxury at its finest.
Memories Group’s inaugural Sustainability Report will be published later in 2018 and will cover its activities from April
2017 to March 2018. This section provides a summary of the activities currently underway which are part of Memories Group’s Sustainability Report, and highlights some of the community and environmental outreach efforts undertaken by its various businesses.
Located 80 km from the shoreline of Kawthaung, on the northernmost beach of Pila Island. This secluded beach is surrounded by virgin forest with views out to the open Andaman Sea. The natural bay embraces a 600 metre long beach front, which is divided into two zones by a large rock formation, granting a select number of units further privacy.
Located 80 km from the shoreline of Kawthaung, on the northernmost beach of Pila Island. This secluded beach is surrounded by virgin forest with views out to the open Andaman Sea.
The natural bay embraces a 600 metre long beach front, which is divided into two zones by a large rock formation, granting a select number of units further privacy.
Beyond the beach is a highly forested area with a variety of trees which provides the guest suites protection from the natural environment. The adjacent hill side around the bay is accessible by trails, opening up to guest opportunities for exploration of the island’s unique flora and fauna. Access is also provided to the fisherman’s bay which will give guests a taste of the local sea fairing culture and other water sports activities.
Utmost privacy - With a portfolio that includes resorts in Anguilla, Dominican Republic, Sri Lanka and Thailand, Ani Villas is championing a new luxury travel trend called “togethering”. françois oosthuizen heads off to Koh Yao Noi to find out more.
Next he had the pleasure of staying at Ani Villas, a boutique beachfront resort with a breathtaking view of the nearby karst formations. Of the staff at Ani Villas, Dobson said, it was "one of the most beautiful travel experiences I have ever had with such amazing smiling faces and
generous spirits."
Ani Villas is a place for “togethering" - a vacation concept that entails gathering your nearest and dearest and absconding to a resort you treat like your home. Maybe it’s a wedding, big birthday, family reunion, or maybe it’s just a great vacation.
In the same opulent vein, Ani Villas (anivillas.com) accommodates
up to 20 guests in grand style overlooking Little Bay where
leatherback sea turtles paddle lazily about. Ira Bloom has created
an exclusive private resort, accented with exquisite Balinese
petrified wood objets, where celebratory groups are pampered by
chef Sweets and his team in between yoga, snorkelling and, well,
lazing about.
Somewhere in between an exclusive villa and a
private resort, the opulent Ani Villas is the brainchild
of Ira Bloom and his wife Bonnie. Overlooking Little
Bay, where rock formations, exotic fish and perfect
visibility make for magical snorkeling, two adjacent,
very contemporary villas can accommodate up to 20
guests in lavish style.
FORGET CROWDED BEACHES AND STREETS; NEXT TIME, GO
FOR A PRIVATE GETAWAY AT A BEACHFRONT RESORT. LINDSAY YAP REPORTS FROM ANI VILLAS THAILAND ON THE LAIDBACK ISLAND OF KOH YAO NOI
We are searching for 4 couples to host their wedding
at one of Ani Villas’ private resorts in 2017 at a highly reduced rate. Ani Villas will extend this special offer to only 4
selected couples in exchange for the couple and
their guests agreeing to allow Ani Villas to use all
photography and video for their own
marketing purposes.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
• Muay Thai Kickboxing classes by the Thai National Champion
• Rock Climbing & Deep water solo (climb out of a boat up the cliffside and jump in the water)
• Watch elephants play and bathe at the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, a true ethical elephant sanctuary
• Southeast Asian Cooking Classes with our executive chef
• Cycling Tour - Pass rustic villages, quiet beaches, rice paddies and rubber fields...
• Visit Koh Kudu, Koh Roi & Big Tree
• Viyasana, Hatha or Yin Yoga on the beach in the morning
Ani Villas of Sri Lanka boasts an extraordinary panoramic view from its singular perch on a bluff above the sparkling white
sandy beaches of Sri Lanka’s central southern coast.
Located 80 km from the shoreline of Kawthaung, on the northernmost beach of Pila Island. This secluded beach is surrounded by virgin forest with views out to the open Andaman Sea. The natural bay embraces a 600 metre long beach front, which is divided into two zones by a large rock formation, granting a select number of units further privacy.
Located 80 km from the shoreline of Kawthaung, on the northernmost beach of Pila Island. This secluded beach is surrounded by virgin forest with views out to the open Andaman Sea.
The natural bay embraces a 600 metre long beach front, which is divided into two zones by a large rock formation, granting a select number of units further privacy.
Beyond the beach is a highly forested area with a variety of trees which provides the guest suites protection from the natural environment. The adjacent hill side around the bay is accessible by trails, opening up to guest opportunities for exploration of the island’s unique flora and fauna. Access is also provided to the fisherman’s bay which will give guests a taste of the local sea fairing culture and other water sports activities.
Utmost privacy - With a portfolio that includes resorts in Anguilla, Dominican Republic, Sri Lanka and Thailand, Ani Villas is championing a new luxury travel trend called “togethering”. françois oosthuizen heads off to Koh Yao Noi to find out more.
Next he had the pleasure of staying at Ani Villas, a boutique beachfront resort with a breathtaking view of the nearby karst formations. Of the staff at Ani Villas, Dobson said, it was "one of the most beautiful travel experiences I have ever had with such amazing smiling faces and
generous spirits."
Ani Villas is a place for “togethering" - a vacation concept that entails gathering your nearest and dearest and absconding to a resort you treat like your home. Maybe it’s a wedding, big birthday, family reunion, or maybe it’s just a great vacation.
In the same opulent vein, Ani Villas (anivillas.com) accommodates
up to 20 guests in grand style overlooking Little Bay where
leatherback sea turtles paddle lazily about. Ira Bloom has created
an exclusive private resort, accented with exquisite Balinese
petrified wood objets, where celebratory groups are pampered by
chef Sweets and his team in between yoga, snorkelling and, well,
lazing about.
Somewhere in between an exclusive villa and a
private resort, the opulent Ani Villas is the brainchild
of Ira Bloom and his wife Bonnie. Overlooking Little
Bay, where rock formations, exotic fish and perfect
visibility make for magical snorkeling, two adjacent,
very contemporary villas can accommodate up to 20
guests in lavish style.
FORGET CROWDED BEACHES AND STREETS; NEXT TIME, GO
FOR A PRIVATE GETAWAY AT A BEACHFRONT RESORT. LINDSAY YAP REPORTS FROM ANI VILLAS THAILAND ON THE LAIDBACK ISLAND OF KOH YAO NOI
We are searching for 4 couples to host their wedding
at one of Ani Villas’ private resorts in 2017 at a highly reduced rate. Ani Villas will extend this special offer to only 4
selected couples in exchange for the couple and
their guests agreeing to allow Ani Villas to use all
photography and video for their own
marketing purposes.
ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
• Muay Thai Kickboxing classes by the Thai National Champion
• Rock Climbing & Deep water solo (climb out of a boat up the cliffside and jump in the water)
• Watch elephants play and bathe at the Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, a true ethical elephant sanctuary
• Southeast Asian Cooking Classes with our executive chef
• Cycling Tour - Pass rustic villages, quiet beaches, rice paddies and rubber fields...
• Visit Koh Kudu, Koh Roi & Big Tree
• Viyasana, Hatha or Yin Yoga on the beach in the morning
Ani Villas of Sri Lanka boasts an extraordinary panoramic view from its singular perch on a bluff above the sparkling white
sandy beaches of Sri Lanka’s central southern coast.