Grabbing lunch at a hotel needn’t be as time-consuming as you might think. The trendy Tsu & Nami Japanese restaurants at the lower lobby of the JW Marriot Bangkok claim to get you and in out within 45 minutes. Tsu specializes in classical Japanese cooking whilst Nami is somewhat younger at heart, offering dishes which [...]
2006 is a year of huge regal significance in Thailand as it’s the 60th anniversary of the accession to the throne by His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej. To mark this, the country is enjoying a year-long festival of events. One of the most extravagant of these events will be the Grand Royal Barge Procession which [...]
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is planning a global eBay charity auction to benefit Care for Children on 7th June 2006. Shangri-La hotels have created 14 exclusive luxury travel experiences with a combined retail value of over US$100,000 for the 10-day online auction, which will end on 17th June. The auction packages will feature metropolitan destinations [...]
The newly opened Burasari Shanghai Inn is the only hotel in Bangkok’s old Chinatown that incorporates classic Chinese design with contemporary furnishings. And from now until mid-June 2006, they have a special offer for those booking directly through their website: double/twin rooms are available for 1,750 THB (about $45) rather than the usual internet rate [...]
Orient-Express Hotels Ltd., owner and operator of 50 deluxe leisure properties in 25 countries, has announced that it has agreed to acquire a 100% interest in Napasai, a luxury hotel and villa development located on Koh Samui island in the Gulf of Siam, about one hour’s flight from Bangkok. The company will pay $25 million [...]
The new Sofitel Grand Sukhumvit Bangkok opened on Wednesday in the prestigious Soi 6 area of Sukhumvit, Bangkok. The accommodation consists of 386 rooms (of which 241 are suites) and the hotel’s facilities include 24-hour dining at Café de Nimes, which specialises in Mediterranean cuisine – ideal for the jet-lagged traveller wanting something to eat [...]
Excellently located in the heart of Siem Reap, Hôtel de la Paix has 107 spacious rooms, including 9 Duplex Spa Suites with private terraces and oversized soaking tubs, and 5 Courtyard Garden Suites with large outdoor bathtubs on private garden terraces. The hotel is brought to you by the same people that were behind Bangkok’s [...]
Kingdom Hotel Investments, a leading hotel and resort investment company, chaired by HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, has signed a contract to acquire the Karon Beach Hotel Phuket (currently managed by Crowne Plaza) from LaSalle Investment Management for US$98.5 million including US $ 30.5 million in debt. This is the company’s first acquisition in Asia [...]
A specially designed romantic escape package has been designed for lovebirds looking to relax and indulge themselves at the luxurious Amari Coral Beach Resort & Spa in Phuket. Situated neat Patong one of Phuket’s most popular beach, the resort offers unspoilt views of the bay. The current package on offer is priced at $US675 and [...]
From today until 30th September 2006, rates at The Dusit Thani, Bangkok are at their lowest, starting from $135 per night. An oasis of impeccable service and elegance in the heart of the city, this hotel overlooks the lush, tropical greenery of Lumpini Park. Why not make use of these rates and enjoy the best [...]
With an investment of more than 4 million baht, The Conrad Bangkok is developing its 23-strong limousine service with new features. All the limos are being equipped with GPS navigation systems and, thanks to a Fleet Management System, the equipment connects to the hotel’s front office, showing the locations of all the vehicles. The [...]
Are you seeking the best that Asia has to offer? Courtesy of another ‘Tablet 10′ from Tablet Hotels, here’s the pick of the bunch: The Peninsula – Kowloon, Hong Kong The Oriental – Bangkok, Thailand Park Hyatt Tokyo – Tokyo, Japan The Peninsula Bangkok – Bangkok, Thailand Claska – Tokyo, Japan The Sukhothai Bangkok – [...]
The premium class small LUXX hotel caters specifically for the tastes of the young, hip and trendy. The 13 stylish and spacious rooms are individually designed, and serviced by an impeccable team of young professionals. Situated on the upmarket Decco Road in the heart of Bangkok, the hotel will soon be seeing the addition of [...]
No need to take a chance on your next vacation. Pamper yourself at the 10 most luxurious hotels, as chosen by TripAdvisor travelers. 1. Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong 2. Mina A’ Salam at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai 3. Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa, Dubai 4. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace, Budapest [...]
Until 16th April 2006, you can take advantage of the sunrise package at Phuket’s Cape Panwa resort. The package is 4,450 per person and includes accommodation in a Superior Room at Cape Panwa Hotel, daily buffet breakfast at Café Andaman, one dinner at one of the restaurants and transfers to/from Phuket Airport. You may also [...]
Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts is expanding its presence in Asia with the signing of Le Méridien Pattaya Resort, Thailand. This brand new resort is located along Jomtien Beach in Pattaya, just one and a half hours from Bangkok, and is expected to open in January 2009.
