New Holiday Inn Express Jakarta Wahid Hasyim Opens in Indonesia

November 16, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Located in the heart of Jakarta, Indonesia, the Holiday Inn Express Jakarta Wahid Hasyim is the latest addition to the country's Holiday Inn Express inventory. This 160-room hotel in the city-centre has Jakarta’s shopping paradise like the Grand Indonesia - the largest shopping mall in the country - along with Plaza Indonesia and Pasar Pagi Tanah Abang - the largest clothing wholesale market in Southeast Asia at its doorstep.

A Taste of Ishikawa at Keyaki (Pan Pacific Singapore)

Pan Pacific Singapore

November 14, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Sometimes known as the ‘Food Treasury’of Japan, the Ishikawa Prefecture is home to some of the most bountiful ingredients. From 12 November 2015 to 13 December 2015, savour the creations of Master Chef Hiroshi Ishii as he executes well-known dishes like the Kano Gani (Snow Crab), Buri (Yellowtail) and Deep-fried Flounder at Keyaki (Pan Pacific Singapore).

SPG® Benefits at Design Hotels™ Worldwide

November 13, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

It is finally official - you can now enjoy some of your SPG® benefits at selected Design Hotels™ around the world. That's right, stays at these selected Design Hotels™ now count towards obtaining (or retaining) elite status and you will earn Starpoints® (including an elite member bonus and welcome gift) where applicable. Additionally, SPG® members will also continue to receive complimentary in-room Internet access and bottled water.

Changi Airport welcomes Star Wars X-wing™ and TIE fighter™

November 13, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Last month, I wrote about the unique opportunity to go onboard the ANA R2-D2 Jet for an afternoon of Star Wars extravaganza. If you weren't one of the lucky winners, fret now because all Changi Airport visitors can now (13 November 2015 to 05 January 2016) embark on an intergalactic adventure in the Departure Hall of Terminal 3 (T3) where a life-sized X-wing™ fighter has landed. Dress up in Star Wars costume and go onboard the cockpit of the X-wing™ for the ultimate photo opportunity. Photo memorabilia will be made available for visitors to bring home for free.

Fly Direct from Singapore to Fiji in 2016

November 12, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Starting 05 April 2016, fly directly from Singapore to the romantic islands in the South Pacific, Fiji! This is the first direct link between Singapore to the tropical islands where Fiji Airways will operate a twice-weekly service between Singapore and Nadi on a Airbus 330 (two-class configuration).

Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa Opens!

November 12, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Singapore has just gotten her second Sofitel officially - the Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa. Located in Sentosa, one of Asia's most famous leisure destinations, Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa translates the beautiful surrounding nature into the bold and elegant design style that brings Sofitel’s art de vivre to life.

50% off Accor Properties in Asia Pacific

November 11, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Last month, I wrote about the famous Accor Super Sale which offers up to 40% off room rates. Start from today, you can save up to an impressive 50% off room rates at all participating Accor properties across Asia Pacific (and get free breakfast!)! All you have to do is to book between 11 November to 13 November 2015 for stays between 16 November 2015 to 30 April 2016!

Christmas (2015) at the Conrad Centennial Singapore

Conrad Centennial Singapore

November 06, 2015 by Mark Chua in Press

Celebrate Christmas this year in style at the Conrad Centennial Singapore! While the Christmas goodies will only come in from 27 November 2015, you can take advantage of the festive staycation package that will start from 16 November 2015 (for stays after 18 November 2015) - read on to find out more!