Take a first look at properties that will start welcoming the world’s travellers this year or next. From stylish urban boutique hotels to luxurious beachside lifestyle resorts, Guru By Bangkok Post offers a sneak peek. THAILAND

Centara Reserve Krabi

Nestled in a private sandy cove overlooking the Andaman Sea, surrounded by soaring limestone cliffs and accessible by boat, Centara Reserve Krabi will mark the latest addition to Centara Hotels & Resorts’ prestigious Centara Reserve collection. Featuring 120 beachside rooms, suites and pool villas, ranging from 75-388m², guests can discover Krabi’s iconic seascapes, cool off in lagoon pools or unwind at the Reserve Spa Cenvaree. Five refined dining options include Salt Society Beach Bar & Kitchen, which serves fresh seafood by the beach and a sophisticated wine bar.

Navera Phuket

Overlooking the white sands of Surin Beach on Phuket’s sunset coast, Navera Phuket – MGallery Collection is a five-star beachside retreat inspired by the golden age of yachting. Blending contemporary hospitality with Phuket’s classic Sino-Portuguese heritage and the experiential philosophy of Accor’s MGallery Collection, the resort features just 48 suites, villas and penthouses with a minimum size of 100m², many of which offer private pools. The Spa by Elemis, fitness studio, yoga and reiki classes promise plenty of ways to relax, and the signature M Moments connect guests with the Andaman Sea. Three restaurants will present the finest Mediterranean, Japanese and French cuisine.