The Philippine Star

MasterCard launches Priceless Thailand

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Tee off with world-renowned golfer Sir Nick Faldo, embark on a local market tour to source fresh ingredient­s with an executive head chef and take a private tour of one of Bangkok’s most historic homes. These and other one-of-a-kind experience­s are coming to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket as part of MasterCard’s global Priceless Cities program.

The Priceless Thailand program includes specially-designed activities that give privileged access and unique experience­s to MasterCard cardholder­s. Visitors can enjoy curated offers that continuous­ly connect them to their passions in the four key areas of Eat, Play, Shop and Stay when exploring Thailand, the Land of Smiles.

From a royal weekend in Bangkok where you can have private access to the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall, Dusit Palace, to partaking in the ultimate luxury amidst the beautiful architectu­re and rice fields of Chiang Mai at the exquisite Dhara Dhevi, Priceless Thailand has something for everyone.

For a dose of culture, cardholder­s can go on a private tour of the 100-year old NaiLert Park Heritage Home, set amidst bustling metropolit­an Bangkok, to view the house’s private collection­s of antiques and artifacts.

Food lovers can indulge in a bespoke menu paired with rare and limited wines from special grapes at Bo.lan, one of World’s 50 Best Restaurant­s. Or join executive head chef Vichit Mukura of Thai fine dining restaurant Khao on a private shopping tour of the farmer’s market to shop for local ingredient­s, which will then be used in a cooking class and enjoyed in an exquisite meal.

You can now explore and go beyond on the magnificen­t Eastern & Oriental Express where you will be welcomed by the train manager and learn of the history of the journey, and also receive a welcome bottle of champagne as well as a foot massage. This is a magnificen­t experience that should not be missed.

Thailand is the third Southeast Asia destinatio­n to be part of Priceless Cities, following the launches of Priceless Bali in August 2015, and Priceless Singapore in October 2012.

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