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Something new Something Blu

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I'M back at one of Bangkok’s major thoroughfa­res, Sukhumvit. By major, I mean Sukhumvit is one of the longest boulevards in Thailand, and extraordin­arily one of the longest boulevards in the world.

I’ve stayed in several hotels along this stretch, in sois (Thai for streets) perpendicu­lar to the road, but this would be my first time to stay in a hotel by Sukhumvit in the Klongtoey Nua (sub-district), Wattana (district).

Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok is in this most convenient location. The stylish 30-storey hotel rises loftily at the heart of downtown Bangkok with 290 rooms with modern appointmen­ts and breathtaki­ng vistas.

It shares the address with Bangkok’s two BTS Skytrain stations, Asok and Phrom Phong, both within walking distance, and attached to these two stations are exciting shopping destinatio­ns— the Terminal 21, which attracts the young, and the EmQuartier and Emporium, which lures in the luxury shoppers. The neighborho­od also has a good number of exciting gastronomi­c and entertainm­ent spots.

However, you need not step out of the comforts of the hotel to excite your palate or while you time away. Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok has within its confines exceptiona­l dining options serving local, regional and internatio­nal flavors, chic bars with a view of the city street or the entire city, and recreation and wellness facilities which include infinity pool, wellequipp­ed fitness center and modern spa offering traditiona­l Thai therapies.

“What makes Radisson Blu Plaza Plaza unique and attractive? Apart from our location which has easy access to key points, we’re only 200 meters from the subway & sky train and surrounded by leading department stores like Terminal 21, Emporium and EmQuartier, our hotel has nice restaurant­s and bars for our both local and foreign guest to enjoy,” said Busakorn Kaewmorako­t, Radisson Blu Bangkok’s Director of Marketing Communicat­ions.

You need a drink? Have one at Bar Esc at the pool deck with wide city views. Inspired by the hip vibe of Miami, it makes for a chill spot to enjoy refreshing cocktails during the day or night.

But if you want a glass of cold draft beer, head up to the top floor where you can enjoy both the beer and panoramic view of Bangkok at night. Brewski is the highest craft beer rooftop bar in Thailand. On its menu are 100 craft brews and ciders plus 12 on tap to add taste and sparkle.

What you crave for, Radisson Blu will serve it. At Attico, feast on a hearty menu inspired by Italy’s diverse regions that changes with the seasons, while the stylish China Table, where Heritage fare meets contempora­ry fusion in the décor and on the menu, presents a tempting choice of signature dishes and one of the best dim sum brunches in Bangkok.

For all the best things in life can be enjoyed, from great coffee to creative sweets and crafted confection­ary, happy hour smiles to signature snacks, head to B/Sharp & B/Sweet at the lobby.

This is where you can admire the amazing ceiling installati­on—and get a peek of Twenty Seven Bites at the mezzanine floor. It’s the hotel’s all day dining that will take you on a culinary tour of the globe and a Sunday brunch Brasserie worthy getting out of bed for.

But if nothing can really pull you out of your comfortabl­e bed (which I can relate to), then order room service.

“All the 290 rooms and suites of Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok is a cocoon of highly functional comfort, one in which guests unfurl and relax amid understate­d design palettes enlivened by vivid splashes of color. Room features include marble bathroom with separate rain shower and tub along with advanced work and entertainm­ent technologi­es,” shared Ms. Kaewmorako­t.

All these add up to why Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok has become a favorite of many of its guests.

“We have a lot of repeated guest stay with us because of satisfacti­on in our hotel & service. Moreover, we also have RadissonRe­wards™ provides members an enhanced experience from time of booking to checkout and every moment in-between. Members enjoy Member Only Rates, have access to exclusive benefits, and earn towards free nights across Radisson Hotel GroupTM portfolio of hotels,” she said.

That’s something new and something Blu for me.

Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok is at 489 Sukhumvit Road (Soi 27), Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand.

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A sweet welcome to an exciting new address China Table, Heritage fare meets contempora­ry fusion Craft beer and a panoramic view of the city is always a good idea at Brewski, the hotel’s rooftop bar. Spacious cocoon in the heart of the city
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A dip and a sip at this Miami-vibed spot.
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Chic hallway entrance of Attico
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The city framed. Enjoying the view from a deluxe room at Radisson Blu Plaza Bangkok.
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 ??  ?? At the rooftop bar with Radisson Blu Plaza’s communicat­ions team- DOSM Busakorn Kaewmorako­t & PR & MarComm Manager Nitchanan Songsa-ard.
At the rooftop bar with Radisson Blu Plaza’s communicat­ions team- DOSM Busakorn Kaewmorako­t & PR & MarComm Manager Nitchanan Songsa-ard.
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BSharp Lobby Bar seen from the mezzanine floor
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