HANOI, Vietnam (Nov. 8, 2022) — David Gallienne, the head chef and owner of Le Jardin des Plumes, a one-Michelin-star restaurant in France’s Normandy region, will host two exclusive dinners at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi on Nov. 17-18. In the first of these special meals, diners will experience a premium set menu spotlighting French gastronomy...
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Laguna Golf Lang Co Retains EarthCheck “Gold” Status
LANG CO, Vietnam (November 08, 2022) — Laguna Lang Co has restated its credentials as one of Vietnam’s most sustainable large-scale projects by retaining its EarthCheck “Gold Certification” for 2022. One of Asia’s most far-reaching integrated resorts, Laguna Lang Co encompasses award-winning hotels Banyan Tree Lang Co and Angsana Lang Co, as well as Laguna...
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Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh appoints Nicola van Heemsbergen as executive chef
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (November 3, 2022) – Nicola van Heemsbergen from Belgium brings a wealth of culinary experience gleaned at some of the world’s best hotels and restaurants to his role as new executive chef at Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh. Van Heemsbergen embarked on his path as a professional chef almost 30 years ago when...
Willow’s Garden at Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort Grows from Strength to Strength
HO TRAM, Vietnam (November 2, 2022) – What began as a spice garden in response to a shortage of vegetables during an ongoing COVID-19 lockdown has blossomed into a self-sustainable half-acre space dubbed ‘Willow’s Garden’ on Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort’s grounds. The team at the beachfront resort on Vietnam’s southern coastline started the project...
Japan’s Palace Hotel Brand Announces International Expansion
TOKYO (October 27, 2022) – An iconic independent Japanese hotel brand, known for its rich history and homegrown hospitality, is embarking on its first-ever luxury project overseas with a Taiwanese property that also has a notable past and deep roots in the local culture. After over five decades in operation, the landmark Ambassador Hotel Taipei...
Tanah Gajah Helps Solo Travelers Seek Serenity in Bali
BALI (Oct. 26, 2022) – As more travelers opt to book solo trips abroad, an enchanting resort, set amid the rice paddies in Bali’s spiritual heart of Ubud, is rolling out a new stay package designed with guests traveling alone in mind. “The Art of Solo Serenity” at Tanah Gajah, a Resort by Hadiprana, is...
Alma Resort Unveils Giant Gingerbread House For Christmas
CAM RANH, Vietnam (October 25, 2022) – A giant gingerbread house and glittering winter wonderland display, a Christmas choir performance involving youngsters from a local orphanage, and an artists-in-residence program will be among an array of festivities to usher in Alma’s upcoming season to be jolly. The 30-hectare beachfront resort will host events including Christmas...
Meliá Hotels International Appoints GM to New Kuala Lumpur Property
KUALA LUMPUR (Oct. 25, 2022) – The new INNSiDE by Meliá Kuala Lumpur Cheras will have a seasoned hospitality professional at the helm when it opens its doors to guests in Q4 2022. Ms. Ada Jian, who has been working as the GM of INNSiDE by Meliá Zhengzhou for the last two years, will take...
Avana Retreat Opens Hidden Spring Lagoon to Guests
HANOI (October. 20, 2022) – It’s rare to find a secret swimming hole that hasn’t already attracted a crowd. Rarer still is that secluded spot having all the creature comforts you may want, while still enjoying the solitude. Avana Retreat has one such place. Carved by nature and masked by dense foliage, the Hidden Spring...