French Open Privileges for Accor Guests
Last October, The Shutterwhale met Tennis champion Serena Williams face to face at the Sofitel So Singapore. This year, as an official supplier to the tournament, Accor is offering all tennis fans exclusive access to the French Open from 24 May to 7 June 2015. Guests who will be staying in one of four Accor hotels in Paris will be able to purchase special two-day packages that include privileged access to the courtside action as well as accommodation and VIP dining.
Weekly Whisky Party at WOOBAR (W Singapore Sentosa Cove)
The W Singapore Sentosa Cove is well known for her frequent Endless Summer parties. Whisky fans and lovers can now rejoice as there is a slice of pie (well, not literally) for you too! SRSLY: LIVE in Session at WOOBAR, W Singapore - Sentosa Cove.
$4 Million Refurbishment at Novotel Vines Swan Valley Resort
The Novotel Vines Swan Valley Resort (that is famous for the proximity to well, vineyards) has just celebrated her 25th birthday last year and is now celebrating the completion of a $4 Million major refurbishment. All 103 rooms and suites of the Novotel Vines Swan Valley Resort have a redesigned bathroom, furniture, softer furnishings and excellent new beds to make your stay all that more enjoyable.
Sofitel to open in Adelaide (Australia) in 2018
Allegedly the sleepiest city of Australia, Adelaide is getting her first internationally branded luxury hotel to be built in the city in nearly three decades - the Sofitel Adelaide. Slated to open in 2018, the $140 million development will be the sixth Sofitel in Australia and the first in South Australia.
Unique In-Room Shopping at the One Farrer Hotel & Spa
The One Farrer Hotel & Spa has recently debuted its unique and innovative in-room shopping experience that is nothing like the other hotels. Available too all three hotels that are under the One Farrer Hotel & Spa - Urban Hotel, Loft Apartments and Skyline Hotel & Sky Villas) as well as to patients in The Farrer Park Hospital, the special shopping experience will feature over 500 specially selected items. Featuring the latest branded lifestyle merchandise (e.g. watches and skin care products), one-of-a-kind collectables (e.g. fine carpets and paintings), to a selection of books and tasty treats, the in-room shopping experience will be completed with your goodies delivered to your room (be it in the hotel or the hospital).
Accor to Manage Two Resorts in Maldives
Following rapid expansion across the Asia-Pacific region, Accor has announced the management of a 68-villa Mercure (opening in 2016) and a 120-villa Pullman (which will open in 2018) in the south of Maldives, in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the Indian Ocean. The area is largely untouched and it offers a spectacular lagoon with colourful marine life and boasting unmatched diving and snorkelling options.
Novotel Yangon Max Opens in Myanmar
Yet another property announcement from Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Asia Pacific! The Novotel Yangon Max located close to Myanmar's commercial and cultural hub as well as the Yangon International Airport is set to open. The Novotel Yangon Max will be the perfect choice for business and leisure travellers who wish to explore the sights and sounds of this charming former capital of Myanmar. Novotel Yangon Max boasts 366 guest rooms, two ballrooms that cater to corporate and private events, seven F&B outlets and recreational facilities.
Redeem KrisFlyer Miles on Scoot and TigerAir
It's official now - you can redeem your KrisFlyer miles for Scoot or TigerAir vouchers (although it might not be wise to do so). You may use the Scoot vouchers to pay for ticket fares, add-on services, name or flight change fees, and more! You can apply them for a new booking or for an add-on purchase to an existing booking!