BANGKOK (August 6, 2025) – A renowned bartender and whisky ambassador will take over sky-high LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar this month to shake, stir and pour a selection of imaginative cocktails crafted just for the occasion. Crowning Thailand’s INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit’s 33rd and 34th floors, LUZ will welcome Bank Watcharapong Suriyaphan for the ‘LUZ x Prakaan Guest Shift Glow’...
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LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar Welcomes Whisky Cocktail Takeover
BANGKOK (August 6, 2025) – A renowned bartender and whisky ambassador will take over sky-high LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar this...

The Hari Hong Kong Launches Compelling Wan Chai By Night Experience
HONG KONG (August 4, 2025) – The Hari Hong Kong’s new after-dark tour casts Wan Chai, one of Hong Kong’s...

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