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Standard International CEO, Amar Lalvani Introduces the newest Standard hotels in Asia and Ibiza slated to open in 2021 and 2022
Amar Lalvani, CEO of Standard International (parent company of the Standard Hotels), presents the case for optimism in the hospitality business amidst the ongoing challenges resulting from Covid-19, along with his company's navigation of the crisis and continued global growth.
The latest additions to the company's growing portfolio, The Standard, Hua Hin, The Standard's first resort in Thailand, will open on December 1st, 2021, followed by The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, the brand's highly anticipated Asia flagship, which will open in 2022. The Standard is also excited to announce The Standard, Ibiza, also slated to open in 2022. These three new properties will kick off a series of 10 additional landmark projects in highly coveted markets around the world, including Singapore, Melbourne, Lisbon, Dublin, Brussels and Las Vegas.
The Standard, Hua Hin, The Standard's first hotel in Thailand, will open on December 1, 2021. With 178 guest rooms and 21 pool villas with beachfront access, The Standard, Hua Hin will be a timeless destination for the Thai creative set and The Standard's global network of loyal clientele. A beloved getaway dating back to 1911, Hua Hin emerged as a destination when the construction of the railroad that connects Bangkok with the South first arrived at the pristine little beach town. By the mid-1920s, it became the chosen holiday retreat for the nobility. With time, the sleepy fishing village has transformed into a popular seaside destination without losing its old-world charm. Today, Hua Hin is a favorite weekend escape for residents of Bangkok who have been waiting for exactly what The Standard promises to offer: a stylish and vibrant beachfront resort. One that respects Hua Hin's understated Thai elegance and appreciation of the history and local setting and combines it with a global sensibility and a bit of fun. Stay tuned for a special offer for The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon via https://www.standardhotels.com/bangkok/properties/bangkok.
A Monumental Night With Michael Canitrot at the Intercontinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
Escape the everyday as InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort unveils a series of bespoke guest experiences throughout 2021 and 2022. This 16th to 18th December 2021, the resort will welcome internationally renowned French DJ and Producer, Michael Canitrot to light up the night as he plays a series of live sets at some of the most breathtaking venues at the resort.
From Paris to LA, Amsterdam to Brazil and Tokyo, Michael Canitrot has been DJ'ing in some of the biggest clubs in the world, hosted high-fashion events for Dior, Chanel and Cartier and took over the world's most famous red carpet – the Festival de Cannes – playing live to a global audience for over 10 years. This year, Canitrot together with UNESCO, the French government, the national media and several major partners, have been turning heritage venues in France into moving art pieces. Aptly named the 'Monumental Tour', French President Emmanuel Macron credited Canitrot for his innovative and visionary mind of using historical French landmarks to showcase his art through sound, light and projection mapping technology, for a good cause – funds raised are being channeled to the ongoing maintenance of these landmarks. Legendary venues being lighted up throughout 2021, include The Whale Lighthouse, the world-renowned Mont Saint-Michel, the Automobile International Museum – the largest automobile museum in the world and home to 450 vintage cars including the rarest and most valuable and Pierrefonds Castle.
Accor welcomes beach lovers back to Phuket's beautiful shores...
Whether you are in search of water sports, some downtime on tree-fringed beaches or a swim in the calm waters of a remote bay, Phuket has it all. Travellers to this tropical island are spoilt for choice with a diverse array of offerings from the popular west coast to the more secluded east coast. There are over 30 beaches in Phuket, and each beach has its own unique character. Thanks to the reopening of Phuket on 1st July 2021, beach lovers can now discover plentiful opportunities to sunbathe, swim, or snorkel at their favourite beaches. Accor offers an extensive collection of hotels and resorts across the island with access to a diverse array of beaches, from the economical ibis hotels, the midscale Novotel offerings, and premium settings of Pullman and MGallery.
IHG Hotels & Resorts partners Ha Long Bay Hotel Joint Stock Company to sign Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay
IHG Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Ha Long Bay Hotel Joint Stock Company to create a spectacular new resort in Halong City.
Opening in 2023, Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay will be the second Holiday Inn Resort to open in Vietnam, after Holiday Inn Resort Ho Tram Beach, and will quickly establish itself as the premier family destination in Halong Bay.
The 208-key property will provide an iconic landmark on the city's skyline thanks to its towering architecture and will be situated at the heart of a stunning mixed-used development project also featuring resort apartments and a retail podium.
Facilities at Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay will include three restaurants and bars, over 1,300 square metres of meeting space including a banquet hall, an adult-only infinity pool, an indoor kids' adventure pool, a fitness centre and spa.
By 2025, IHG will have opened Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay, InterContinental Halong Bay Resort and InterContinental Residences Halong Bay in Quang Ninh province, showing confidence in its ability to offer domestic and international travellers the perfect leisure getaway or corporate retreat. With 13 hotels in Vietnam, mainly in the luxury and lifestyle segment with the Six Senses Hotels, Resorts & Spas and InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brands, Holiday Inn Resort Halong Bay continues IHG's expansion into the mainstream travel segment and joins a pipeline of 19 hotels across seven brands. Visit online for more about the hotels and reservations and IHG Rewards.
Norwegian Prima Marks Float Out
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 54-year history of breaking boundaries, announced that its game-changing new ship, Norwegian Prima was floated out from her drydock at Fincantieri shipyard in Marghera (Venice), Italy, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the new vessel touches water.
To celebrate the occasion, a commemorative coin was encased within Norwegian Prima in a traditional maritime ceremony presided over by Eamonn Ferrin, Vice President International Business, NCL and Antonio Quintano, Shipyard Director, Fincantieri.
The float out signifies the completion of external works and painting to Norwegian Prima, including the striking hull artwork designed by Italian graffiti artist Manuel Di Rita, known commonly as "Peeta." Work now continues on Norwegian Prima's interior fittings and guest accommodations, before she is officially delivered to NCL and commences sailing in summer 2022.
For more information about the Company's award-winning fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please call Hong Kong on +852 2165 6000 and Southeast Asia on +65 3165 1680, contact a travel professional, or visit www.ncl.com. Click here to watch the video.
Furry Friends Welcome: Pet friendly Hotel
When Hugo was out walking the Ribbon Lawns amid the green spaces of Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru one sunny morning, he met Chip who was out too. The two frolicked in one of our pergolas, and, many Instagram-worthy shots later, forged a deep friendship that lasted through their stay.
Meanwhile, our repeat guest Bumblebee the Shih Tzu is one of the adored favourites of the front office team and each member of the staff says that he's utterly well behaved and humble considering his celebrity status and network.
Khushi (“joy”) and Jalebi (a syrupy Indian dessert) meanwhile, are more of the frisking types, and bring a whirlwind of energy each time they come to indulge in a staycation.
These, and many other four-legged guests have made Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru the preferred staycation hotel in the city, and the housekeeping team goes out of their way to make their stay a cosy and comfortable one.
It helps, that we are one of the few Bangalore hotels with expansive green spaces that are ideal for guests staycationing with pets.
We welcome furry friends to stay with us, provided he or she weights within 15 kilograms (33 pounds). Pets have their own beds provided by us, with a personal bowl to make them feel welcome at once. Additionally, our four Garden Suites have adjoining private terraces, which are like private apartments and allow staycationing pets the free space to explore.
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NZ's First 5 Green Star Hotel Named Runner Up In The Sustainability Category In National Geographic Traveller Magazine's Hotel Awards
The Hotel Britomart has picked up another global accolade, this time in National Geographic Traveller Magazine’s annual Hotel Awards.
The London-based magazine’s annual Hotel Awards acknowledge the latest tastemakers, trendsetters and game-changers in the hotel business around the world.
The Hotel Britomart, New Zealand’s first 5 Green Star hotel, was awarded runner-up in the Good Egg (most sustainable hotel) category. Xigera Safari Lodge in Botswana won the category, while Costa Rica’s Cielo Lodge was also a runner-up.
The Hotel Britomart’s 5 Green Star rating is certified by the New Zealand Green Building Council. This rating required detailed attention in every aspect of the building, from choice of materials and paints to the selection of efficient tapware, lighting, and state-of-the-art air conditioning systems. 80% of construction waste at the hotel was recycled, while the building is designed to have 50% fewer carbon emissions than a structure that meets the minimum standards of the local building code.
