July 3rd, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Word on the street is that Beijing is introducing a new tourism initiative to entice visitors, including free five-star hotel accommodation for newlyweds on their honeymoon. Also in the works: the payment of 1 million yuan of highway toll fees for tourist buses for half a year.
July 2nd, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Talk about a pedicure with a view! Pictured at right, the exclusive Chuan Spa at the Langham Place Mongkok is an oasis of luxury on the 40th floor. As if the views could get any more exhilarating, the hotel’s rooftop boasts a 20-meter heated swimming pool with chill-out tunes played underwater. Kick back in the […]
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July 1st, 2009, by Christina Vasquez
Situated on the warm pristine waters of the Indian Ocean, the Republic of the Maldives offers some of the world’s best diving spots, featuring some of the most psychedelic colors in underwater life anyone has seen. Cocoa Island Maldives is ideally located in a quiet atoll of undisturbed waters and provides dive enthusiasts with […]
June 29th, 2009, by K. Clare Johnson
The Forbes Traveller 400 has spoken, and Villa d’Este has come out on top. The luxury Lake Como resort took top honors in the poll, besting world-class hotels such as
The Peninsula Bangkok, Hong Kong’s
The Landmark Mandarin Oriental,
Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris and
Burj al Arab in Dubai. The poll was conducted […]
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June 26th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
Since the Capella Singapore opened in March, guests have been dazzled by the largest guest rooms in Singapore. (Not to mention the one- and two-bedroom garden villas with private pools overlooking the South China Sea.) These interior spaces feature handcrafted objects, artwork and furniture from Lamont Design, a Bangkok-based company that worked with Norman Foster’s […]
June 23rd, 2009, by Christina Vasquez
Savor a sumptuous barbecue buffet dinner under the stars in the stunning gardens of Jakarta’s fashionable Dharmawasa hotel. Every Saturday evening at The Jakarta Restaurant, guests and visitors can experience delectable barbecue accompanied by live entertainment in a relaxing ambiance. Be tantalized by the aroma of the freshly grilled lobster and seafood, juicy seared chicken […]
June 22nd, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
After much anticipation, the Langham Yangtze Boutique is open for business. Already tongues are wagging, and the press is abuzz. “Fans of old Shanghai style rejoice,” proclaims Time Magazine. “Another of the city’s Art Deco beauties has been buffed, polished and restored to its former shine, this time by Langham Hotels.” In its heyday 75 […]
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June 18th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
On business in Kuala Lumpur? You’ll find a relaxing oasis in the middle of the city’s bustling Jalan Bukit Bintang when you check into the Westin Kuala Lumpur. Stay in shape at the fully-equipped WestinWORKOUT Gym or by swimming laps at the outdoor pool at Splash. There’s also a running concierge who can lead you […]
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June 17th, 2009, by Mary Winston Nicklin
What’s not to love at the Anantara Dhigu Maldives? Overwater villas come with their own private plunge pools. The spa has glass floors so you can check out the puffer fish, sting rays and baby reef sharks swimming under you as you get a massage. You can sail around the islands in the atoll, snorkel […]
June 12th, 2009, by Alison Victor
Opened in late 2007, Shangri-La Hotel Chiang Mai has become the luxury standard in the bustling city of Chiang Mai. Their exclusive Horizon Club rooms, located on the top three floors of the hotel, come spaciously equipped with teakwood, silk, and majestic views of the cityscape. Guests of these rooms also enjoy access to […]
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