The Newest Member of the Family

We would like to introduce you to the newest member of the Mook Lanta Eco Resort Team...... Barry.

Our New Pup, Barry!

Barry is about 6 months old and 1.5 months ago he was found by a concerned lady under the Siri Bridge to Lanta. She quickly realised that the dog did not belong on the streets and asked for help finding him a temporary home.

Mellisa, without Nick's knowledge, said she could take him on temporarily and he arrived that night, a scared bundle of fluff.

The next morning it was clear he was used to being in a house and with humans and he quickly adapted to living at the resort. 

After a few 'conversations' it was agreed that Barry could stay, but only if he learns how to behave on the resort. So if you come to Mook Lanta, please remember:

- He loves affection, but must not jump up, but must sit to receive it.

- He is a puppy, so understand he is still learning.

- Never feed him at a table, but if you want to reward him, make sure he sits and gives you his paw.

And why is he called Barry? Well the staff wanted to call him 'Siri' because it is the name of the bridge, but Mellisa felt it was a bit girly. A friend, suggested the dog was named after him, Barry, and it just suited him and it stuck!

We are in the Hall of Fame!

Many thanks to our wonderful guests for voting for us. We have been awarded a 'Certificate of Excellence' by TripAdvisor because of you and because of the hard work of our staff.

We have also been entered into the Hall of Fame of TripAdvisor, because we have been awarded a Certificate of Excellence for 5 consecutive years!

We love all feedback and we want to continue to provide a great service and ensure your stay is perfect, so please keep feeding back!

Rainy Season! Nah Green Season More Like

Not 2 minutes ago, I got asked, 'It doesn't rain much in Rainy Season?'

My response:

"I call this time of year Green Season, not Rainy/Monsoon/Low Season, Why? Because all of the other titles mislead people."

"It does not rain everyday, but it does rain, and my gardens are lovely and green because of it. There is sunshine aplenty at this time of year and only yesterday a friend was telling me he had fallen foul to the 'Low Season Sunburn,' because he forgot how hot and sunny it can be at this time of year."

"On a holiday at this time of year, you will have some rain, that could be a storm lasting a few days, a few small showers in the evening or something in between. But this time of year is unpredictable, especially the sea, so you cannot go snorkelling and Scuba Diving everyday."

"But staying at this time of year, is so cheap that it makes up for a bit of rain (which most welcome!)."

Children Of The Forest

One of the reasons I am so proud to call Koh Lanta home is because of how generous the local residents can be.

First Day on the Beach

This year for the 12th year running, Children of the Forest have given 50 stateless children a holiday to remember on Koh Lanta. Children of the Forest is a fabulous charity, which gives these kids from Burma, who are stateless and as such have no access to healthcare, schooling and legal rights in Thailand.

Sanuk paid for their long trip to the island.

Their journey from Sangklaburi (about 3 hours north from Kanchanaburi) takes 2 days and the Swedish school on Lanta raises the funds to ensure they are delivered safely, fed and have somewhere to stay for this long trip.

Whilst they are here, many businesses and residents give time, money, accommodation and tours to the children.

Scubafish provided a Snorkelling Trip

Andaman Sunflower Resort (next to us on Koh Lanta) have provided free accommodation for 12 years and provide any meals not offered by other restaurants.

First Time Snorkelling

Scubafish took them all on a wonderful snorkelling tour on their boat,

Greek Taverna

The children got their first taste of Greek food at the Greek Taverna and they danced the night away with dinner at Global Local Lanta.

Enjoying the pool at Laguna Beach Club

 Rattana Resort and Laguna Beach Club gave them access to their pools. Time for Lime, gave them beach toys and cooking classes.

Time for Lime

Cooking Class at Time For Lime

I was asked to help Kandi Lounge provide a chilled afternoon with snacks, pool and cartoons.

Pool at Kandi Lounge

It is a privilege to help with this special holiday and it is humbling to see how lovely and polite these kids are despite the harshness of their short lives. 

Fun on the Beach

Tomorrow these kids take the long journey home, we wish them a safe journey home and look forward to seeing them again next year.

Scorchio!

Need a reason to come to Koh Lanta?

Here are a few:

1. Whalesharks at Koh Haa today! The seas are calm, the visibility is immense and there is so much to see!

2. It is blooming hot, and I mean blooming hot! The guests are starting to pray for rain!

3. Accommodation is really cheap! Contact me to receive our Low Season Prices Now!

Upgrading the Cozy Bungalows

F1 the first to be upgraded

Green Season is a time when we review all our rooms, your feedback and have time to upgrade our rooms.

Ya, our  Handyman

Ya, our handyman, with the help of one of our cleaners, Kai, have worked tirelessly for the last week upgrading the bathroom and tidying up the bedroom, in the first Cozy Fan Bamboo Bungalow

Kai, our Cleaner

The bathroom has been fully sealed and brightened up and the wood revarnished. Inside the bedroom, the walls have been revarnished and a new light added above the bed. Finally the balcony has been given a lick of paint. We have also listened to our customer's request for sheets for the bed. The blankets are still available in the room if you need them.

Over the next month, we will be upgrading all the Cozy Fan Bamboo Bungalows and next month we will start our new project...... the Standard Fan Bamboo Bungalows.

A shiny new interior

Many thanks to Kai and Ya for their hard work this week.

Bathroom Sealed & Brightened up!

Stay tuned for all the changes happening this Green Season.

Manta Rays & Whalesharks around Koh Lanta

Manta Ray

Over the past week there have been multiple sightings of Whalesharks and Manta Rays at Hin Daeng  & Hin Muang. However this site is only for experienced divers.

Whalesharks

BUT

The Whalesharks have been hanging around Koh Haa too, perfect for snorkellers and first time SCUBA divers.

Koh Haa, perfect for experienced & novice SCUBA divers and snorkellers

The conditions are fabulous, so what are you waiting for?