Hotels
Langham Hotels International inks partnership with Air China
Langham Hotels International has signed a new loyalty partnership with Air China’s frequent flyer programme – PhoenixMiles – reaching over 7 million travellers. The agreement with PhoenixMiles enables members to earn 1,000 kilometres per qualifying night.
Iru-Fushi Beach & Spa Resort opens in the Maldives
Sun Hotels & Resorts have announced that their new luxury resort in the Maldives is open for business. A haven of tranquil elegance, Iru Fushi Beach & Spa Resort is located in Noonu Atoll which, as a new atoll for tourism development, is virtually unspoilt, promising virgin landscapes and unexplored waters for guests to enjoy.
La Quinta Inns & Suites launches the Bright Spot
Facing a tough economy, many people tried a “staycation” for Memorial Day and July Fourth. With the same distractions and gnawing guilt about not doing something “productive” with their time, like painting the house, it’s just not a vacation. Labor Day is quickly approaching and it’s time for a change of scenery, to get out of the house and hit the road. La Quinta provides travellers with a bright spot at the end of summer, an opportunity to take a trip while saving hundreds of dollars.
A pinch of salt in the Maldives
While the word “sommelier” is more often familiar to wine aficionados, it originally referred to a “butler”. Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa, Maldives has adopted the term to refer to its resident expert to select the most appropriate salt to complement your meal at its fusion restaurant Fuddan.
In search of the World's perfect bite with Taste of Summit
Immerse yourself in authentic culture and local cuisine with Summit Hotels & Resorts, a highly-acclaimed collection of international hotels and resorts offering first-class amenities and services for the sophisticated traveller. Summit Hotels & Resorts are offering a tempting array of culinary packages for those who wish to travel and taste the world.
The Opposite House opens its doors
The Opposite House, the much anticipated first hotel from newly formed Swire Hotels has opened its doors in Beijing. With cutting edge design from world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma, groundbreaking restaurants and bars conceived by celebrated chef restaurateur David Laris as well as a fresh and innovative approach to service, the 99-room intriguing urban hotel is set to take Beijing’s hotel scene by storm.
Park Hyatt Saigon - A Vietnamese residence in Saigon
Park Hyatt Saigon, whose doors first opened on 15 July 2005, occupies a prime position overlooking the elegant Opera House, and is within easy reach of the international airport and business district. It is also within walking distance of cultural and historical sites such as the Reunification Palace, the HCMC People’s Committee, the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon and the Ben Thanh Market.
Marco Polo Davao named Hotel of the Year
Marco Polo Davao in the Philippines was named Hotel of the Year by Marco Polo Hotels, one of the fastest-growing hotel companies in Asia. The award was presented to Mr. Carlos Dominguez, Chairman of the owning company, and Mr. Stanley Lau, hotel General Manager, at a Gala Dinner held in Marco Polo Shenzhen last month on the occasion of Marco Polo Hotels’ Annual Marketing Conference.
What’s new and what to do in Copenhagen
Copenhagen has recently been named “the world's most liveable city” by global business magazine, Monocle, and it is easy to see why. With an abundance of green spaces and a Metro system second to none, Copenhagen is set to lead the way for all other major European cities.
And the winner is - Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel in the Lake District is delighted to have won The Good Food Guide 2009 award for Wine List of the Year. Featured in the annual publication, the Editors’ Choice Awards credit the UKs top chefs, hotels, pubs and restaurants and are given to those who are making a difference, often away from the London limelight.
Insiders info into the next “hot” destinations
Backpackers are always the first to discover the new “it” destinations that the rest of us will be visiting in several years time. They were sailing Croatia in the 90s, the first in when China opened their doors and tucking into sushi before the rest of us knew raw fish was a delicacy.
New England welcomes opening of luxury resort hotel
Destination Hotels & Resorts has unveiled the Stowe Mountain Lodge, New England’s most highly anticipated luxury resort hotel. The opening of Stowe Mountain Lodge is the culmination of fifteen years of careful planning and collaboration and an effort to restore Stowe to its reputation as the “Grande dame” of eastern skiing, a status attained during the 1950’s and 60’s.
Iconic hotel receive 16 million refurbishment
18th Century, Grade 1 listed London hotel The Royal Horseguards, known for its use by the Secret Service and its current links to Whitehall, is benefiting from a £16.3m investment from owner Guoman Hotels, the deluxe hotel group with properties across central London.
New hotels alliance set to boost Durham tourism
Leading hotels from across County Durham have joined forces to form a new industry group. Encouraged by County Durham Tourism Partnership, the new Durham Hotels Association met for its inaugural meeting at Ramside Hall Hotel last month.
An exclusive look at life in Dunster Castle
In conjunction with the National Trust, the charming, three-star Yarn Market Hotel is offering an exclusive three-day break incorporating private viewings of Dunster Castle, located in the mediaeval village of Dunster in Exmoor National Park.