Hotels
IHG urges Russia to ease visa restrictions after UEFA success
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) – which accommodated the victorious Manchester United team in its Crowne Plaza Moscow World Trade Centre – is calling on the Russian authorities to relax entry visa restrictions after its highly successful handling of the Uefa Champions League final.
Exciting plans for Millennium Hotel at Ocean Village Marina
A revised design for the Millennium Hotel at Ocean Village Marina has been submitted to Southampton City Council for their consideration in order to improve the events attraction and iconic glazed nature of the hotel. In 2006 permission was granted for a hotel on the promontory, surrounded by water on three sides, and accompanied by an Events Piazza overlooking the marina. This was part of a masterplan to attract new events to Ocean Village.
A tranquil tropical hideaway on a paradise island
Well-known to visitors to South East Asia for its laid-back vibe, vibrant parties and unspoilt beaches, Koh Phangan is the jewel in the crown of Thailand’s picturesque islands. On the quiet north-eastern tip of the island, set within lush tropical gardens on a hillside overlooking a sandy bay lies Santhiya, a superior four-star property boasting accommodation and service of a standard unparalleled on the island.
Its bonus time at Solís Cambrian Hotel & Spa
To celebrate its first half year of operation, Solís Cambrian Hotel & Spa in Adelboden is offering a special rate of CHF182.50 (half of 365 days) from 20th June 2008, the date of its sixth month anniversary, for one month. This special rate is for a south-facing deluxe room with a stunning Alpine vista and represents a 25% discount on the usual rate.
Calling all jackaroos and jillaroos
Have you ever dreamed of being a jackeroo or jillaroo in the Australian Outback? Well, now’s your chance. Saddle up and strap yourself in for the ride of a lifetime at Wrotham Park Lodge’s new live cattle mustering adventure.
Resist anything but temptation at Wilde
The Westbury Hotel, off Grafton Street in the heart of Dublin’s shopping quarter, will open the doors to its new eatery Wilde – The Restaurant this week. A modern grill restaurant serving the finest, artisan Irish produce in the most elegant of urban settings, it will offer discerning diners a unique culinary experience in the heart of the city centre.
Hotel Jen – A return to simplicity
Hotel Jen is now open in Hong Kong. Taking its name from the Chinese character which symbolises the Confucian ideal of love and goodwill towards people, Hotel Jen aims to bring the gracious traditions of Asian hospitality into the modern hotel context. In so doing, Hotel Jen aims to appeal to a growing class of entrepreneurs and travellers from around the world.
Hollywood icon spotted hanging around in London
Marilyn Monroe will be ‘hanging around’ London as part of a new painting collection by one of Italy’s most renowned artists, Daniele Dondé. A popular retreat for A-list celebrities and international jet-setters, Park Plaza Riverbank London welcomes Marilyn in a special world premiere on Wednesday 28 May 2008.
Budget breaks don’t have to be basic!
Hostel holidays are so Summer 2008! With wallets wilting under the pressure of the credit crunch, cheaper holidays are more appealing than ever. New research shows that Brits are cancelling their summer break to save the pennies,* so an affordable option is needed to save your much loved holiday. If fashionable, sociable, quality accommodation that goes easy on the bank balance sounds like the answer to you, then embrace the rise of the modern day hostel.
Forget Paris in the spring, find romance closer to home
Avoid Rome, forget Paris and remember; you’ll always have London. Take a chance on romance beside the River Thames with the ultimate late spring break. Eliminate the negative stress of air travel, say no to the positive downside of a strong Euro and a weak pound and check in to a luxurious suite for two at London’s exclusive Plaza on the River – Club and Residence.
Camping in Botswana
Tuli Safari Lodge is delighted to announce that Molema, a new community-based self-catering and camping option in the Tuli Block, Botswana, was officially launched at a ceremony on Monday 5th May 2008 and is open for bookings from 1st July 2008.
Hotel inspector returns to family at war
Two years ago we saw a Mother and daughter feud on national television over their historic luxury hotel. Television viewers will be able to tune in and find out what has happened to their lives since then by following Channel 5’s intriguing insight into the perils of a family run business. The first in the new series of the Hotel Inspector commenced on 16th April at 9pm.
Ritz-Carlton brings a touch of luxury to tropical China
Luxury living is put firmly on the map today in China’s tropical Hainan island province with the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya. Combining stylish hotel room accommodation and luxurious private villas with eight dining experiences, a world-class spa and designer brand shopping, The Ritz-Carlton, Sanya confirms Sanya as the next tourist hot-spot Asian destination.
Celebrate Vegetarian Week in the Emerald Isle
To celebrate Vegetarian Week (19 – 25 May), the Dylan hotel in Dublin is offering a delicious ten course Vegetarian tasting menu and an overnight package for only €399 per room per night (approx £317) based on double occupancy.
Mövenpick Amsterdam receives prestigious awards
The 408-room Mövenpick Hotel Amsterdam City Centre was recently added to the 2008 Expedia Insiders’ Select list. Expedia is the world’s largest online travel agent. The hotel was further honored by receiving the Diamond Award.