Exclusive W Hotels Retreat in Thailand Transforms Wanderlust into a Music-Lover’s Paradise

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For enthusiasts of TV shows, here’s an opportunity to plan your dream vacation in Thailand before the anticipated surge in tourism due to “White Lotus” popularity. In advance of the Emmy-winning show’s season three finale, W Hotels is tailoring its Koh Samui itinerary for music enthusiasts as part of a novel getaway experience under their W Presents series.

The inaugural W Presents Retreat at the fashionable W Koh Samui hotel, managed by Marriott, commences from May 1st to 5th. This event, masterminded and organized by renowned global music director LP Giobbi, takes place in close proximity to several filming locations of a popular HBO series.

The all-encompassing experience promises “one-of-a-kind events” selected by the attending DJs and artists, including exclusive musical performances, a visit to an elephant sanctuary, a Muay Thai boxing session, a boat cruise around the islands with a sunset party, an exploration of the Fisherman’s Village night market, and various unexpected surprises.

Please note that you are responsible for arranging your own travel to Thailand (the Land of Smiles).

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At the W Koh Samui, The W Retreat offers a variety of accommodations. Prices start from $3,836 (132,000 Baht) for a one-bedroom villa with a private pool and garden view, while oceanfront villas go up to $6,746 (232,000 Baht). The booking package includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner for two individuals each day, a welcome dinner, and entry to wellness activities like sound baths and yoga and mindfulness sessions.

Beyond Giobbi, I’m thrilled to be part of a stellar lineup featuring live sets by DJs Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis, homegrown talents Kata Sara and Dan Buri, W Koh Samui’s music guru Armando Mendes, and international acts Beatrice, Emjie, Joplyn, and Mascolo. What an amazing roster!

George Fleck, senior vice president and global brand leader of W Hotels, notes in a statement that music has always been integral to the hotel chain’s identity, and W Presents has grown into a significant worldwide stage for musically relevant and meaningful expressions. He explains that with their inaugural W Presents Retreat, they aim to strengthen this bond by offering a more immersive experience in some of the world’s most enchanting locales – allowing guests to get up close and personal with their favorite artists and discover new destinations. Kick-starting at the iconic W Koh Samui adds an extra layer of uniqueness, given the island’s thriving music scene, breathtaking natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage.

Several luxury resorts were featured in the fictional White Lotus Thailand, such as Koh Samui Four Seasons, Anantara Bophut, Anantara Lawana, and Anantara Mai Khao Phuket. The W Hotels have made an announcement, coinciding with the last episode of Mike White’s popular series set in Thailand, which will air on HBO at 6 p.m. PT/9 p.m. ET on April 7. You can also stream it on Max.

Learn more about the W Presents Retreat at W Koh Samui and book your getaway here.

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2025-04-03 04:26