MACK on the best stretch of Chaweng sand, the Centara Reserve Samui has emerged from the colonial 'Gone with the Wind' confection that was the old resort, to present a clean-line all-white modern feel with a laid back vibe and something for everyone. It is one of the best luxury wedding resorts in Thailand and continues its run as a popular family-friendly getaway. The strength of this address is its sheer spread that offers comfortable spaces for both hand-holding romantics leaving footprints in the sand and suits racing to an event or small corporate meeting at one of the well-equipped function rooms indoors seating 52 to 200 guests. Outdoor events ican take over the pool decks and stretch across manicured lawns.

The Reserve Spa Cenvaree dishes out wellness treatments and rejuvenating body massages by the yard with steam, sauna and Jacuzzi as accompaniments. Pick from herbal treatments. facials, singing bowls, acupressure, hot compression, couples' massage, chakra balancing and crystal healing. Nails get done at the Beauty Bar.

An attractive light and airy Deluxe Ocean room weighs in at a generous 40sq m with Smart TV, in-room safe, hairdryer and vanity kit. WiiFi is complimentary and fast. Sliding glass doors lead to balconies with soothing views over the grounds and the azure waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

There are Pool Access rooms with walk-in privileges and 60sq m Reserve Ocean rooms with rain shower and bathtub, twin vanities, and dollops of natural light enhancing marbled interiors. Pick from a king-size unit or a twin-bed configuration.Design lines are clean and straight lending a contemporary feel to this dreamy escape. The place to be for corporate trippers or honeymooners with chutzpah and flexi-wallets is the 256sq m Reserve Pool Villa. This private retreat includes itrs own pool and outdoor dining and comes with the services of a "host". The virginal whites and blues create a sense of calm as green fronds flutter in the breeze.Later, grab a sundowner at the chic beachfront Salt Society, dine with the family at all-day The Terrace, sample Thai tapas or savour classic Spanish morsels. It is easy to see why this is one of the best Thailand luxury resorts for weddings.