A �hot� holiday combining colonial style luxury and the sights of IndoChina takes form with a stay at the heritage Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel, Colours of Angsana�s flagship property with a royal touch. The hotel has recently been crowned one of the world�s best new properties in the independently rated Cond� Nast Traveler�s prestigious Hot List 2005 annual accolades.

Guests who book their accommodation at Maison Souvannaphoum Hotel by 30 June and stay before 31 July 2005 are offered an enticing Maison Celebration package with one complimentary night for every paid night at the rate of US$150++ per night for a Garden room.

A Palette of Colours of Angsana Colours Of Angsana is a boutique collection of small hotels in exotic destinations. An expression of Angsana Resorts & Spa, Colours of Angsana presents a canvas for painting exceptional travel experiences.

Once the residence of Prince Souvannaphouma, for which the hotel is named, this flagship Colours of Angsana property is a distinct colonial-style heritage brick structure reminiscent of French influence and architecture. The intimate rooms are furnished in signature Angsana colours of tangerine, with a touch of the contemporary. The La Residence wing offers three luxurious suites in the former home of the Prince, while the Garden and Verandah rooms are furnished with large balconies to enjoy the sweeping view of mountains and the Mekong River, which is within walking distance.

A City of Monks Luang Prabang was the royal capital of Laos for 600 years, until as recently as 1975. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995 for its glittering temples, spiritual and religious sites, and the limestone formations of nearby Kuang Si. An Inter Lao tourism branch at the hotel offers visitors a range of activities and sightseeing ranging from half day to full day excursions.

Catering to Every Sense A stay at the Maison Souvannaphoum would not be complete without a holistic Ayurvedic massage, drawing on the ancient wisdom of Indian techniques for balancing mind and body. The Angsana Spa within the hotel offers 3 elegant outdoor spa pavilions for treatments using fresh botanicals and the ancient art of aromatherapy.

For a taste of the local palate, Elephant Blanc Restaurant serves up Western and Laotian cuisine, in addition to heritage Luang Prabang dishes which feature glutinous rice and fish sauce.

Getting There Maison Souvannaphoum is located just ten minutes from Luang Prabang International Airport. The direct flight from Bangkok to Luang Prabang takes 2 hours, while a direct flight from Chiangmai takes 1 hour. Guests may also choose to take ground transport from Chiangmai to Luang Prabang, an approximate 8 to 10 hours� drive depending on border crossing, or take a 12-hour sightseeing ride from the capital city Vientiane.

Reservations Rates are subject to 10% service charge and 10% VAT. Reservations must be made directly with the Colours of Angsana Singapore Sales Office at +65 6849 5899, fax +65 6462 3474, email coa@angsana.com or the Bangkok Sales & Reservations Office at +662 679 1500, fax +662 670 1221 or email maison@angsana.com. For more information on the hotel, visit www.coloursofangsana.com.

Terms and conditions apply. Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

About Angsana Resorts & Spas Launched in 2000, Angsana is the sister brand of Banyan Tree, inspired by the exotic Angsana Tree noted for its crown of golden flowers. Angsana resorts are designed as contemporary, chic and vibrant retreats to live life spontaneously and sense the moment.

Angsana resorts are found in Bintan, Indonesia (2000), Great Barrier Reef, Australia (2000), Bangalore, India (2001) and Maldives Ihuru (2001).

In 2003, Colours of Angsana joined the Angsana porfolio. This boutique hotel collection appeals to the soft adventurer and cultural tourism sector. The current hotels are Gyalthang Dzong (Shangri-La, China), Deer Park Hotel (Giritale, Sri Lanka) and Maison Souvannaphoum (Luang Prabang, Laos).

For further information please contact: Group Communications Department Simone Chen, Deputy Director T +65 6849 5875, E: simone.chen@banyantree.com

Lau Foong Yee, Assistant Manager T +65 6849 5851, E: lau.foongyee@angsana.com

Byron Ho, Executive T +65 6849 5850, E: byron.ho@angsana.com