OSAKA (July 15, 2024) – Paris-based Japanese artist itu’, who has garnered international recognition for his eccentric style, has brought his vision to Zentis Osaka with a captivating installation that has the design-forward hotel featuring works specially created by the artist for this pop-up not only throughout its public spaces, but also as part of a bold transformation of one...
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![The Anam Cam Ranh’s casual dining hangout Beach Club has introduced an irresistible dining experience dedicated to the quintessential comfort food, the humble burger. The Anam Cam Ranh’s casual dining hangout Beach Club has introduced an irresistible dining experience dedicated to the quintessential comfort food, the humble burger.](https://balconymediagroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-Anam-Cam-Ranhs-casual-dining-hangout-Beach-Club-has-introduced-an-irresistible-dining-experience-dedicated-to-the-quintessential-comfort-food-the-humble-burger-860x640.jpg)
Burgers Reign Supreme at The Anam Cam Ranh’s “Burger Day”
CAM RANH, Vietnam (July 12, 2024) – The Anam Cam Ranh’s casual dining hangout Beach Club has introduced an irresistible dining experience dedicated to the quintessential comfort food, the humble burger. Every Monday from 12-3pm on the resort’s beach lawn overlooking Long Beach’s white sand and aquamarine waters, the Beach Club’s chefs fire up their barbecues for “Burger Day”, offering...
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Burgers Reign Supreme at The Anam Cam Ranh’s “Burger Day”
CAM RANH, Vietnam (July 12, 2024) – The Anam Cam Ranh’s casual dining hangout Beach Club has introduced an irresistible...
![Mr B has been recognised in the prestigious World Class Thailand Bartender of the Year Awards Mr B has been recognised in the prestigious “World Class Thailand” Bartender of the Year Awards, named the second runner runner-up in the 2024 awards and a finalist in 2023. He was also the first runner-up at the Giffrad West Cup this year and a finalist in the Dewar’s Highball Challenge last year.](https://balconymediagroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Mr-B-has-been-recognised-in-the-prestigious-World-Class-Thailand-Bartender-of-the-Year-Awards-580x440.jpg)
Renowned Mixologist ‘Takes Over’ Chiang Mai’s Highest Rooftop Bar
CHIANG MAI, Thailand (July 5, 2024) – Meliá Chiang Mai’s jewel in the crown, 360-degree rooftop bar Mai The Sky...
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INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit Celebrates First Anniversary
BANGKOK (July 4, 2024) – Thailand’s first INNSiDE hotel is turning one this month, marking the milestone with discounts on...
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Meliá Vinpearl Resorts at Cua Sot and Cua Hoi Beaches Offer Water Park Fun for Families this Summer
HANOI, Vietnam (July 3, 2024) – As Vietnam’s temperatures continue to heat up Meliá Vinpearl Cua Hoi Beach Resort and...
![Pet Friendly program - Bangkok 1 The 208-room hotel, which debuted in July 2023 in the heart of Bangkok’s lively On Nut neighborhood, is rolling out the welcome mat for pet dogs. A welcome card, welcome bag of snacks, pet bed, bowls for food and water, and doggie bags for waste collection are among the hotel’s host of pet amenities.](https://balconymediagroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Pet-Friendly-program-Bangkok-1-580x440.jpg)
Thailand’s First INNSiDE Hotel Lets Fido In On The Action
BANGKOK (July 02, 2024) – INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit is offering the “paw-fect” stay for fur parents and their...
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Alma Resort Welcomes Alain Rion as Executive Chef
CAM RANH, Vietnam (July 01, 2024) – A seasoned professional with three decades’ experience working for some of the world’s...
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INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit Welcomes Spanish Chef de Cuisine
BANGKOK (June 5, 2024) – Thailand’s first INNSiDE by Meliá hotel has appointed Juan Ignacio García Racionero, who has honed...
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Raffles Hotel Le Royal to welcome guest Chef Martin Simolka
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Feb. 26, 2024) – Raffles Hotel Le Royal, one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic luxury hotels, will...
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Banyan Tree Samui Appoints New Sous Chef
KOH SAMUI, Thailand (Feb. 22, 2024) — Banyan Tree Samui has announced the appointment of a new sous chef, Mr...
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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Appoints New Executive Pastry Chef
HANOI, Vietnam (Jan. 16, 2024) — Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has welcomed a new Executive Pastry Chef, Stephane Prost, a French...
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Alma Resort Appoints Executive Sous Chef
CAM RANH, Vietnam (Jan. 10, 2024) – A seasoned chef with more than two decades of hospitality experience in Europe,...