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Banyan Tree Mayakoba
Your gateway to the hidden stories and unique experiences waiting within Mayakoba’s natural beauty. Here, we share the soul of Banyan Tree Mayakoba, offering you a closer look at the authentic encounters, serene escapes, and local inspirations that bring each moment to life. Dive in and let each story inspire your next unforgettable journey.
From Dream to Legacy
15 Years Of Banyan Tree Mayakoba in Banyan Group's Global Story
Imagine, for a moment, standing on the coast of Phuket, Thailand, in the early 1990s. Instead of being a tropical paradise, the place is a damaged landscape, an old tin mine left behind of barren lands and contaminated waters. Anyone could have looked at this terrain and turned away, convinced there was no hope. However, the founders of Banyan Tree saw something else: a blank canvas, an opportunity to transform what seemed to be a desert into an oasis of life and beauty. This inspiring vision led to the birth of the first Banyan Tree Hotel in Phuket in 1994, a testament to the power of transformation and sustainability…
