The White Lotus Season 3 transports viewers from the tranquility of island luxury to the buzzing energy of Bangkok. Every locale was chosen to reinforce the show’s themes of physical and spiritual escape—luxury, irony, and introspection—amid Thailand’s lush landscapes, cultural landmarks, and opulent resorts. Here’s a detailed look at each filming location that brings this narrative to life.

We sat down with Michelin-starred Executive Chef Massimo Mantarro of Principe Cerami at San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons Hotel in Taormina, Sicily, Italy.