ÀNI - Thailand

From the moment we were picked up until the moment we left- it was constant discreet attention: the food was over the top- and we keep|Kosher - every detail was attended to. The setting is unparalleled. Every night dinner was in a romantic, creative setting. Activities were specially curated for our family-the babysitters were fabulous. Andrew understands every minute detail of five star travel. There were constant surprises. The only problem is that a trip to Ani pretty much ruins any travel afterward. This was our second Ani vacation and it keeps getting better.

One of the best experiences of my life and this time I was able to bring along my family!||If you've ever been to an ANI resort, you will find that the staff is on another level. They are warm, attentive, and sometimes seemingly a bit magic - they are always one step ahead of your needs.||But when you are juggling a family, its even more incredible. My biggest concern going into this trip was that we would not be able to relax enough to enjoy our time away. That fear quickly subsided as everything seemed to just "work." ||That would have been enough to enjoy a trip anywhere, but that hardly describes the adventure we had thanks to ANI. ||We had moments that are etched into my memory forever. You could stay at the resort all day and be in pure bliss, but we found that the itineraries set by ANI were once in a lifetime experiences. ||Have you ever kayaked into a water spout surrounded by hundreds of dancing butterflies in the middle of a tropical paradise? Yeah... my first time too. ||Out of concern of spoiling too much, I won't tell all, but the takeaway is this:||If you are looking for something *remarkable*, that is ANI, and you must go to understand.|||Where does it fall short?||Good luck figuring that one out. It's a well-oiled dream machine. You put in your dreams, and they come true.

This was truly one of the best holidays I had with friends and family from start to finish. From pickup and dropoff at the airport, everything was wonderfully taken care off by the ANI team. We were welcomed by and introduced to the whole team at arrival at the resort. From there, we were accompagnied to our suites where the suitcases were already waiting for us. The ANI resort is a gem with stunning views over the sea and the staff is (discreetly) waiting on all your needs and is great at organising different trips to the villages, beaches, rubberplantations, ricefields....|As a guest you can enjoy paddleboards, kayaks, the pool, shuffleboard, gym, bar, garden as you like. You can book for different types of massages whilst the children run havoc under the supervision of the staff members who won't hesitate to show of their soccerskills, their imagination in a treasurehunt or initiation in some local sports. |The food is simply delicious whether it is breakfast, lunch, dinner or even a mid-afternoon snack. |The surroundings are stunning and Andrew and his team are simply top of the league when it's about customer service/entertainment.|Thank you for everything

We had the most amazing experience with friends. The entire staff was exceptionally kind and professional with every detail (and more) planned and seemingly executed effortlessly. We enjoyed the most beautiful meals, soothing massages and excursions.

Simply put, this place is incredible!||||The food was spectacular! Chef Yao created delicious masterpieces for every meal. Each dinner was internationally themed such as French, Indian, Japanese and of course, Thai. For each dinner the staff spent hours decorating the dining area which transported us to the country of that night's cuisine and the staff also dressed the part! To top if off, Chef Yao invited us into his kitchen to teach us how to cook some Thai food. No joke, I gained 5 kilos during our one week stay :)||||The location, facility and amenities were mind-blowing. The resort is all inclusive so everything available at the resort, including the staff, was just for us. We had our own private beach with a breathtaking view, an enormous infinity pool, games (e.g. pool, shuffleboard, chess in the hot tub, etc.), daily massages, a bar, many water activities (e.g. snorkeling, paddle boarding, fishing, etc.) and so much more. Based on our desires, the staff arranged multiple activities for us such as longboat trips, snorkeling, batik painting, art academy tour, Traditional Thai dancing, an island tour, movie night on a big screen, etc. Some of our group were content to lounge in the pool most days while others preferred to be more active, and the staff accomodated each individual based on his/her daily preference.||||The thing that really set this resort apart, however, was the staff. Each member of the staff was world-class. Their talent, experience and amazingly bright personalities helped them work as a tight team to make our stay the best we have ever experienced. They constantly surprised us with little things that made our stay that much more enjoyable. It's a small resort so we really got to know each member of the staff and I can honestly say that they genuinely cared for us like a loved family member, and by the end of our trip, the feeling was mutual and it was sad to say goodbye. ||||A special shoutout to the operations manager, Oil, who kept everything running smoothly, always with a bright smile on her face. And also to Andrew, the GM, who did a fantastic job managing our overall stay and making sure every detail was perfect. I can assure you that when you stay at ANI, Andrew, Oil and the rest of the team will create memories to last a lifetime.

I didn’t want to post any comment on my stay at Ani because I want to keep the address as a secret for myself...||It was absolutely fabulous. The private villas resort is amazing. The team is there to be sure you spend a wonderful stay.||The chef prepares great and delicious daily fresh meals, the daily massages are just incredible, the tour guides are helpful, caring. The whole staff is smiling and brings everything to a very high standard. We spent a dreaming week.||I just want to go back. ||Thank you all so much for your professionalism and see you very soon I hope.

Restoration, surprise, delight, awe, joy, wonder, and magic.||Those are but a few words that barely capture how extraordinary ÀNI Thailand is.||Beyond being discreetly tucked away in an otherworldly pocket of Southeast Asia, what makes ÀNI stand apart is the staff that becomes family. They exude genuine warmth, anticipate needs, and take exquisite care of you.||From the moment we woke, every meal, leisure activity, and adventure was thoughtfully crafted, memorable, and unlike anything else. Just when you think the next can can't get any better, it does.||We left with full hearts and are forever changed.

From the moment you arrive at Ani Thailand the stress of life melts away. The Staff greets you with some fresh lemongrass water to quench your thirst and cold hand towels to wipe away your worries.||The resort is impeccably kept and the view of the distant limestone karst formations is amazing. I highly recommend getting up early at least 1 morning to see the sunrise and maybe catch a glimpse of the Oriental Pied Hornbill that visits each morning.||The endless pool was amazing and had an area with built in stools so you could play a game of backgammon or chess. The chess area even had Jacuzzi jets for that extra relaxing touch.||Speaking of relaxing there is on premise spa with masseuse which I took advantage of multiple times. ||The staff was super attentive to your every need and very friendly. If you wanted to go out in a kayak or paddleboard they would assist you. Not only would they assist you but they would keep an eye on you to make sure you were safe. ||The staff arranged many excursions and each one seemed better than the next. We were given a chance to relax but to also explore the life and culture of Thailand. From tours of the mainland and night market to blessings from monks at Buddhist temples. Just an amazing experience and one I will never forget.||And let’s not forget the food. Not only was there plenty of it but it was delicious. Chef Yao likes to use natural ingredients and many he grows right outside his kitchen. Just Incredible.||||Thank you ANI