You might have just returned from a vacation or you could even be reading this while you're on one - but keep your eyes on this edition of Choice Getaways - December 2009 as we present some great ideas (and deals) to inspire fresh travel plans for the new year.

Take your pick of paradise at the newly minted Banyan Tree Al Wadi in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE; Banyan Tree Ungasan in Bali, Indonesia or Banyan Tree Hangzhou in China - or all three!

Banyan Tree Al Wadi is the first all-pool villa desert resort in the UAE that has its own beach club, nature reserve, golf course and hydrotherapy spa. The 100-hectare property shares much of its space with protected ghaf trees and a nature reserve stocked with Arabian gazelles, camels and oryxes.

Comprising 73 villas perched on a cliff 70 metres above the sea on Bali’s southernmost cliffs, Banyan Tree Ungasan brings back the gleam of romance to Bali fans. Each villa is a private retreat with its sizeable infinity pool, outdoor jet pool, outdoor daybed, and a Balinese bale (pavilion) among other amenities.

In heaven there is paradise, on earth there is Hangzhou, so says a popular Chinese saying. Banyan Tree Hangzhou, then, is paradise within view, sitting within the Xixi National Wetland Park. The park is China’s first and only wetland reserve and is home to picturesque sightings of egrets, white wild geese, kingfishers, silver pheasants, and an array of aquatic creatures.

Be one of the first to visit Banyan Tree Al Wadi, Banyan Tree Ungasan or Banyan Tree Hangzhou and enjoy complimentary spa, dining credit and/or a complimentary night stay. Conditions apply.
   
 
Banyan Tree Hangzhou Opening Offer

Banyan Tree Hangzhou Opening OfferEnjoy complimentary daily breakfast for two, wireless internet and RMB300 spa credit per person when you book a stay from now till 31 March 2010.

Stay for a minimum of two nights and receive a RMB300 Food and Beverage credit to be enjoyed at our dining venues.

Stay for a minimum of three nights and receive an additional complimentary 90-minute spa session worth RMB800++ for one.

Valid until 31 March 2010.

 
Banyan Tree Ungasan Opening Offer

Great Introductory Offer - Banyan Tree BangkokBook a 3-night stay from now till 31 March 2010 and pay for only 2-nights. In addition, guests will enjoy return airport transfer by Mercedes ML 350 and daily breakfast for two persons at Bambu restaurant.

Book a 4-night stay and pay for only 3-nights. You will enjoy the two inclusions mentioned above and an additional four-course set dinner at Ju-Ma-Na restaurant for two. Ju-Ma-Na, Banyan Tree Ungasan’s signature restaurant, serves a gourmet feast of fresh seafood with an Asian twist.

Valid until 31 March 2010.

 
Banyan Tree Al Wadi Opening Offer

Romantic Getaway package – Banyan Tree SanyaGet a complimentary night with a minimum of two paid nights stay, daily breakfast and welcome cocktail for two. Stay an additional paid night and receive a complimentary 90-minute spa treatment.

Valid until 28 February 2010.


 
The Best Of Banyan Tree

Great Introductory Offer - Banyan Tree BangkokHave your pick of over a dozen Banyan Tree resorts from Asia to the Americas with unique packages crafted to highlight the most stunning experience of the hotel or resort, with the inclusion of one signature dining experience for two, one deluxe spa treatment from Banyan Tree Spa, daily breakfasts, and accommodation in a specialty villa category.

Valid until 31 March 2010.