CAM RANH, Vietnam (November 19, 2020) – Alma resort in Vietnam’s Cam Ranh is staking a claim to constructing the country’s largest gingerbread house as part of its jam-packed first Christmas program including vibrant outdoor Christmas markets, an artists-in-residence program, Christmas choir performances and more. Measuring 7.13m in length, 3.2m high and 3m wide, the life-size...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (Nov. 13, 2020) – With the season to be jolly fast approaching, The Anam will celebrate with an array of experiences ranging from lighting up a huge Christmas tree amid a choir performance and airing festive movies at an outdoor cinema, to cocktail parties and spa classes. Five-course dinners on Christmas Eve...
SINGAPORE (Nov. 11, 2020) — GHM has signed a management agreement with Aquarius International Development (AQI) to operate a 200-key resort on Koh Chang, the third largest island in Thailand. The Chedi Aquarius Koh Chang will feature an all-day-dining restaurant, a cliff-edge restaurant, rooftop bar, spa, infinity pool with pool bar, and conference facilities overlooking...
OSAKA (Nov. 10, 2020) – As the debut property of a new hotel brand by Palace Hotel Group and the first project in Japan for one of the world’s foremost interior architectural designers, Zentis Osaka strums a rather singular chord in a city well-known for both its industrious charm and distinctive hospitality. Subtly edgy, wonderfully...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (November 5, 2020) – Alma Resort is ushering talented artists on to its grounds to craft portraits of guests and teach painting classes, as well as introducing an artists-in-residence program, in a bid to make art “more accessible” to travellers. The 30-hectare resort welcomes local artists to Alma Garden every Tuesday and...
KRABI, Thailand (26 October 2020) — Banyan Tree Krabi, a 72-key luxury resort nestled on a verdant hillside with spectacular vistas of limestone cliffs rising from the sea, opened its doors on October 24 at little-known Tubkaek Beach, a 45-minute drive from Krabi International Airport. Launched by Banyan Tree Group, one of the world’s leading...
CAM RANH, Vietnam (Oct. 22, 2020) – Luxurious five-star beachfront resort Alma has joined forces with Greg Norman-designed KN Golf Links to launch packages that combine a stay in an oversized suite or pavilion affording ocean views with time on the green. The two- and three-night “Stay and Golf” packages for two people are on...
LANG CO, Vietnam (October 20, 2020) – Tour De France winner and multiple World Champion, Cadel Evans is aiming to help Vietnam earn the yellow jersey as a hub for elite cycling after signing an official partnership with the Coupe De Hue: the nation’s epic 2 stage road race. The Australian star, who finished in...
HUE, Vietnam (Oct. 15, 2020) — Eight hotels and resorts represented by the Balcony Media Group have won coveted spots in the Condé Nast Traveler 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards. Announced in New York on Oct. 6, and in the November print issues of both the US and UK editions, the awards were determined by 715,000...
KOH SAMUI, Thailand (Oct. 13, 2020) — One of Thailand’s most prestigious hotels is offering a complimentary night’s stay to any of the country’s professional healthcare workers in recognition of their sacrifice and dedication to saving lives during this year’s coronavirus crisis. Banyan Tree Samui, an 88-villa property overlooking a secluded bay of sapphire waters...
