KAWTHAUNG, Myanmar (September 4, 2019) – Burma Boating is set to launch monthly cruises around the Mergui Archipelago, combining two of the most sought-after activities in these pristine waters – yachting and scuba diving. The SY Dallinghoo, a 30-meter classic gaff-rigged schooner crafted by renowned US yacht designer Dudley Dix, will cast off from the...
HUE (Aug. 27, 2019) – Azerai La Residence, Hue, the historic 122-room boutique hotel in the former imperial capital of Vietnam, has been named one of the “World’s 100 Greatest Places” for 2019 by Time magazine. The recognition by one of the world’s oldest and most respected news magazines places Azerai La Residence, Hue—the second...
HANOI, Vietnam (August 26, 2019) – The Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, already renowned for its French roots and flair, took another big step toward France with a new menu at Le Club Bar that was inspired by the types of dishes served in relaxed, traditional French brasseries. Some highlights of the new menu include the...
TAIPEI (Aug. 26, 2019) – Chef de cuisine, Ben Hsieh, of Grand Hyatt Taipei’s Yun Jin restaurant is firing things up in the Grand Hyatt Tokyo’s Chinaroom kitchen during September & October. Bringing with him three decades of Chinese culinary experience, Hsieh will craft dishes that run the gamut on Chinese flavours from bold &...
MUSCAT, Oman (Aug. 21, 2019) — The Chedi Muscat is introducing a series of 3-, 5- and 7-night spa retreats that bridge East and West on the crossroads of the Arabian Peninsula. The most indulgent of the Luxury Wellness Escapes includes a consultation with the spa director, two 2-hour rituals, two 90-minute massages and one...
LANG CO, Vietnam (August 20, 2019) – Laguna Lang Co is moving through the gears in its efforts to promote active tourism in Central Vietnam through key support to one of Asia’s premier cycling events. With pristine jungle-clad mountains pouring down to the azure East Sea, Central Vietnam has long offered huge potential as a...
HANOI, Vietnam (Aug. 19, 2019) – Leading culinary stars from around the world, boasting a total of 8 Michelin stars among them, will join the second edition of “Metropole Culinary Stars” from Oct. 6-13 at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. The eight-day culinary extravaganza, which follows last year’s highly successful inaugural event, will feature 18 internationally...
BANGKOK (August 14, 2019) — The first Hyatt Regency in Bangkok is shaping up to be one of the city’s most versatile hotels for meetings, incentives, conferences and events, with a range of event spaces and a special MICE MOMENTS offer till the end of the year. The new 31-story Hyatt Regency Bangkok Sukhumvit offers...
HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM (Aug. 13, 2019) – Guiding guests down white sand aisles, crafting romantic backdrops for beachfront vow renewals, and catering to the romantic whims of loved-up couples, Fusion Resorts across Vietnam are rolling out new wedding packages, ethereal commitment ceremony setups, and indulgent honeymoon possibilities. “We’ve seen a clear rise in...
KOH SAMUI, Thailand (August 13, 2019) — Lots of luxury hotels give back to their local communities these days, and none more so than Banyan Tree Samui. The Thai resort has been awarded a “Gold Certification” by EarthCheck, the world’s leading scientific watchdog for the hospitality industry, making it the first and only hotel in...
