KOH SAMUI, Thailand (Feb. 22, 2024) — Banyan Tree Samui has announced the appointment of a new sous chef, Mr Kitja Muakin, at its signature Thai restaurant, Saffron, a move complemented by the news that the fine-dining venue has been recognised in the 2024 MICHELIN Guide for Thailand. Kitja, known affectionately as Chef Bobby, joins...
CHIANG MAI, Thailand (Feb. 21, 2024) – Meliá Chiang Mai’s staff have helped regenerate more than seven acres of seasonally dry tropical forest in Thailand’s mountainous north, planting more than 4,350 trees of species typical of the region’s natural forest ecosystems. In partnership with Chiang Mai University’s Doi Suthep Nature Centre and Forest Restoration Research...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (February 20, 2024) – The Anam, a luxurious 12-hectare resort overlooking Long Beach on Vietnam’s Cam Ranh peninsula, has unveiled two exquisite villas just for honeymooners, each replete with a private pool, jacuzzi, steam and sauna room and daily afternoon tea. With a design inspired by Vietnam’s Indochine era, the 180-square-metre ‘Honeymoon...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (Feb. 16, 2024) – Alma, situated on Vietnam’s scenic Cam Ranh peninsula, has unveiled a series of wellness retreats featuring the likes of singing bowl meditation, hot stone therapy, yoga and detox and slimming treatments. The resort’s Le Spa, which has 13 treatment rooms sprinkled onto the beachfront, has this month rolled...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (Jan. 30, 2024) – Family resort Alma will usher in the Lunar New Year with a seven-day program brimming with all sorts of merriment, ranging from a Tet Village hosting traditional games and competitions to floating champagne breakfasts and buffets. From Lunar New Year’s Eve, Friday Feb. 9, until Thursday Feb. 15,...
Madrid, 25 January 2024.- After a complete renovation, and surrounded by 25,000 square metres of gardens, the hotel chain kicks off 2024 by restoring the splendour of one of Barcelona’s most iconic hotels. Designed by architect Carlos Ferrater and inaugurated during the 1992 Olympic Games, Gran Meliá has transformed the former Rey Juan Carlos I...
HANOI, Vietnam (Jan. 25, 2024) — Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the iconic luxury hotel in the Vietnamese capital, has opened a new chapter in its storied 123-year history with the relaunch of its historic Heritage Wing following an extensive and inspired refurbishment. The Metropole Heritage Wing, with 103 guest rooms and suites, has been meticulously restored...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (January 24, 2024) – The Anam Group’s two beachfront resorts at Cam Ranh and Mui Ne will mark the most important time in the Vietnamese calendar, Tet, with a selection of exquisite dining, recreational, spa and entertainment experiences. In the lead-up to Tet on Saturday, Feb. 10, The Anam Cam Ranh and...
LANG CO, Vietnam (January 23, 2024) — Laguna Golf Lang Co is going back to school to boost engagement with golf among local juniors in the run-up to this year’s Faldo Series Asia Grand Final. Established by European legend Sir Nick Faldo, The Faldo Series has long been regarded as one of the world’s most...
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam (Jan. 22, 2024) — Wellness-inspired hotel brand Fusion is ready to welcome the Year of the Dragon, as its luxury resorts and hotels in Vietnam unveil a host of family-fun activities to celebrate Tet. From Cam Ranh to Quy Nhon, and from Saigon to Ho Tram and beyond, Fusion is...
