The very green, very luxurious Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle (053-910-200, www.fourseasons.com/GoldenTriangle) has lifted the lid on its exciting new room type.

Designed by the Bangkok-based master of exotic luxury resorts Bill Bensley, the two-bedroom Explorers' Lodge measures a very spacious 232 sq meters, complete with long outdoor table and private pool looking out over verdant forest.

Inside is replete with safari touches like a bronze bathtub, antler-shaped wooden chandeliers, ivory headboards and Northern-style homespun cushions.

Room rates start from B172,000 per night for up to six people.