Before shots are fired and a face-down body floats by a glassy pavilion in the opening scene of Season 3 of HBO’s “The White Lotus,” your first question was probably: Where is this nirvana and can

The third season of the critically acclaimed HBO series takes place at the fictional White Lotus resort in Thailand, where we’re introduced to this season’s characters. This new season also gives us a whole new slew of high-end fashion looks to admire,

But now, after Season 3, episode 4, we've got a strong idea about why they're actually in Thailand at all — and it's not just to have an expensive holiday. Let's get into why Rick chose this particular White Lotus and what his real agenda is.

The White Lotus” season 3 drops new episodes every Sunday at 9/8c on HBO. Stream the entire series on Max, and apply Max add-ons to access HBO movies and shows on Sling, DIRECTV Stream, and Hulu.

A sprawling Koh Samui villa is featured in the latest season of the beloved HBO series, and features an infinity pool, luxurious bedrooms, and stunning views

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Thailand sets the stage for new drama, secrets, and unexpected twists. Heres how to watch the highly anticipated return online.