July 21st, 2010 by admin
The Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong is one of the world’s most famous hotels. It opened in 1963 and quickly shot to the top of the hospitality game, being listed alongside the likes of the Ritz in Paris as one of the world’s true five-star hotels. Read the rest of this entry »
April 22nd, 2010 by admin
Singapore is a tiny country with plenty of economic muscle. Unfortunately, it is most often mentioned for its somewhat authoritarian laws (you could get a ticket for chewing gum or neglecting to flush a public toilet) and a sterile urban atmosphere created by malls, modern buildings Read the rest of this entry »
March 26th, 2010 by admin
For travelers who put a premium on authentic experiences, the world’s great festivals are ideal attractions. What could be better—and less touristy—than spending Lunar New Year in Hong Kong or hopping the Atlantic to attend Oktoberfest in Munich?
Some festivals have an element Read the rest of this entry »
January 6th, 2010 by admin
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and DB Hospitality, Pvt, Ltd. have announced management agreements for Hyatt for five properties that will be opening starting in the middle of 2010 through early 2014. The properties include Park Hyatt Mumbia, Grand Hyatt Pune, Grand Hyatt Goa, Hyatt Place Read the rest of this entry »
November 27th, 2009 by admin
Agoda.com, a popular online travel company specializing in discount hotel bookings in Asia, is planning for Songkran, the Thai New Year celebration, by securing availability and offering a wide range of hot hotel deals in famous Songkran destinations in Thailand. The festival is Read the rest of this entry »
November 27th, 2009 by admin
Khao San (the name meaning raw or husked rice) is the backpacker’s paradise which came to prominence in the early 80’s, when budget travelers who couldn’t afford Bangkok hotels but still wanted to be near to the Royal Palace to watch ongoing celebrations, convinced local residents Read the rest of this entry »