Happy 60th Birthday Monica

It is not everyday that you turn 60 and we would like to take the opportunity of wishing Monica a very happy birthday and wish her many many more!

She came on holiday with her husband, brothers and sisters and was surprised to find one of her daughters Jenny and her father had made a surprise trip to be with her too.

Nang Sabai (The German Bakery) made a beautiful chocolate cake and Time for Lime opened especially for her, so they could have a cookery class on her birthday. Our housekeeper and cleaners made the room look extra special for her.

And Jessica, her other daughter, was upset she could not make it, so she emailed me direct to ensure her mum had some lovely flowers from her and her family.

Congratulations Monica, hope you have a fabulous day,

The Mook Lanta Team

Congratulations Maria and Andy

Yesterday we had our second wedding at Mook Lanta Eco Resort. Maria and Andy tied the knot on the beach yesterday afternoon.

Maria (Russian) and Andy (Bolivian) met and live in China and are a beautiful couple and we were delighted to share their special day. They joined us, our friends and our guests at the bar later that night.

Our housekeeper took great delight in decorating their bedroom for their first night as a married couple. They even delivered breakfast in bed!

Children's Day

Yesterday, 14th January 2017, is Children's Day here in Thailand. Every year there is a gathering at Casuarina Park, where there is games and entertainment and gifts for all the kids (Thai or Western).

 Just like every year, we have a stand there and myself (Mellisa), Gin, Sao, Kai and Ya. Were handing out balloons, doughnuts and papers, pens and crayons. We arrived at 9am and the whole lot was gone in 30 minutes!

Storm across the South of Thailand

There has been a huge storm across the South of Thailand and yesterday Koh Lanta experienced very heavily rains and wind. There was some damage across the island, but we were lucky.

Today the sun is shining and there is no wind, we thoroughly expect this will continue.

Our island is back to normal but many road and tracks have been damaged, meaning transportation by train or bus may be difficult and you may need to make alternative arrangements.

If you are at all concerned or have questions, please contact us at info@mooklanta.com

Happy Christmas

We would like to wish all our past, current and future guests, friends and staff a merry, merry Christmas.

This is our fourth season and this Year, and as with every year, we surprised our guests with a small gift from Santa. At breakfast our guests enjoyed some Bucks Fizz (Champagne and orange juice) and the staff joined in the fun, wearing their Santa Hats.

At lunchtime we closed the resort for 1 hour to celebrate Christmas with all our staff. We enjoyed lunch together and bought silly presents for each other.

Christmas is being with the ones you love, I hope you were able to do just that and we wish you peace and happiness for 2017.

Mellisa & Nick

Shhh it is a Secret!

I have lived on Koh Lanta for nearly 10 years now and every year I manage to find a new bar, restaurant or activity on the island that has remained undiscovered.

A Hidden Gem

3 days ago I was invited to a birthday party at Nong Cat. I had heard of this restaurant, but had never been and had no idea where it was. So off with some dodgy directions, Nick and I headed off.

Celebrating the 2 Tony's Birthdays

In the main town of Saladan, Nong Cat can be found down a small road next to Kontiki Dive Centre. It was built over 14 years ago and 5 years ago was converted from a house into a restaurant. Set in beautiful cool gardens, the bar offers a lovely secluded place to enjoy good company and a beer.

Tony celebrating his own birthday with their lovely staff

The owners are German and offer both Thai, German and Pizzas. Their head chef has over 20 years experience of cooking and working in Thailand and wow did it show! Everything we ate was delicious, the staff were welcoming and friendly and I left the restaurant with only one regret.......

I wish we had found it 5 years ago!

Good luck Kerstin and Paul for the season, hope to come for a beer and some Goulash real soon!

Mellisa

Manta Rays at Hin Daeng & Hin Muang!

Nick had some time off on Wednesday and decided to take his first trip to Hin Daeng & Hin Muang (Red Rock & Purple Rock). These dive sites are not for novices, so Nick, who qualified over 2 years ago (but doesn't have time to dive very often) decided to join one of our guests on the Scubafish boat, now he that has a few dives under his belt.

Nick, Jon and a Manta!

Hin Daeng and Hin Muang and the furthest dive sites, that the dive centres, here on Koh Lanta, go to. The dives are deep and can have strong currents, but are named after the beautiful hard and soft coral on them and popular with experienced divers. If you get a good day, Manta Rays and/or Whalesharks are here.

Nick, Jon and our guest with a Manta Ray

As a dive instructor for many years, I had to wait till I had completed over 200 dives to see my first Manta Ray in Australia. I only saw it briefly, but it was a beautiful moment I will never forget. I have seen many since that time, mainly in the Andaman Sea and have always been entranced as they glide past me.

Manta Rays are identified by their under markings

So it came as quite a shock that Nick called me from the boat, clearly delighted, reporting that he has not just seen one but 2 many times, on both dives he did at Hin Daeng/Muang. I have to admit to being a little jealous.

I hope the Manta Rays stay long enough for me to take a visit, meanwhile Nick is already looking forward to his first Whaleshark!

If you would like to learn to dive, or are already qualified, talk to us about which dives would be ideal for you.

High Season is here, the sun is shining and the diving is greaaattttt!