The 'Chiang Mai, Thai House' - elegant, traditional North Thai style décor in a quiet, friendly and centrally located hotel. Swimming pool, air/con. and outdoor restaurant.

Overnight in Chiang Rai Town in a lush, tropical garden setting, a short walk from the town's lively night bazaar.

The scene from the balcony of Namkong Riverside lodge in Thailand's Chiang Khong Town - the Mekong River and Lao People's Democratic Republic on the far bank.

Our first stop in Laos at remote Luang Nam Tha Town is the well designed Boat Landing eco lodge, with a great location on the banks of the River Ou.

Not a bad spot to chill out - a chalet terrace at the Boat Landing.

An even more spectacular setting in Nong Khiaw Village with traditional style, individual wooden chalets on the slopes of the Ou River Gorge.

The charming Villa Chitdara - simple but comfortable with Luang Prabang style architecture and decoration and nicely located in the heart of the World Heritage old town.

Delightful shaded garden setting in downtown Vientiane at the Lani Guesthouse.

An old favourite in Phnom Penh - the Golden Gate Hotel - central location and run by a friendly Chinese, Khmer family.

More colonial elegance in Siem Reap at the newly refurbished Casa Angkor Hotel. 4* facilities and a central location.

The Casa’s pool - a great spot to relax between temples during your Angkor visit.

Star Hotel in Battambang - a nice roof terrace for sundowners and friendly staff to welcome you after our journey from Siem Reap.