Mercure Shanghai Royalton opens in China

The opening of Mercure Shanghai Royalton (the 8th Mercure property to open in China) has just been officially announced by AccorHotels, the world’s leading international hotelier. Located in the Hongqiao business and shopping district,  the Mercure Shanghai Royalton will provide guests with internationally-renowned standards of service and accommodation while drawing influence from the local culture. 

Read More

Taittinger Pop-Up Bar (Singapore) on New Year's Eve

Welcome 2016 in style as you check out the spectacular Marina Bay fireworks display from an exclusive Taittinger Pop-up Bar (free-flow drinks!) at the outdoor terrace of the Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay. Having spent my New Year's Eve last year at the Premier Lounge of the hotel, I can confirm that the Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay does indeed have a vantage point for the fireworks! 

Read More

Christmas (2015) at the Sofitel So Bangkok

The Sofitel So Bangkok has just officially unveiled the Bûche de Noël of 2015 for the Christmas period ahead. This Christmas log cake will also be representing the hotel in the global Sofitel Bûche de Noël contest which is staged every year for pastry chefs in Sofitel hotels to indulge in some friendly competition. 

Read More

IHG launches Assist and Meeting Point Globally

The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has recently announced the launch of two new global initiatives for business travellers - IHG Assist and IHG Meeting.  The experience is expected to enhance the stay of both business guests and corporate partners worldwide. Read on to find out what these two initiatives are!

Read More

Vũng Tàu's (Vietnam) First Five-Star International Hotel - Pullman Vung Tau

Located 90 minutes away drive from the city of Ho Chi Minh is the seaside destination's first five-star international hotel - Pullman Vung Tau. This contemporary and stylish hotel houses the largest meeting facilities in Southern Vietnam and it offers impressive views of the Back Beach and Front Beach.

Read More

Kuala Lumpur to welcome Two new Holiday Inn Express Hotels

Two new Holiday Inn Express hotels have been announced for the capital city of Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur. Slated to open in 2016 and 2018, the Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre and Holiday Inn Express & Suits Kuala Lumpur Ampang respectively will add more room inventory that will cater to both business and leisure travelers. 

Read More

Penang Hawkers' Fare returns to Singapore!

Couple of months ago, I checked out the Penang Hawkers' Fare at York Hotel Singapore for the first time (despite hearing so much about it) and I fell in love with how honest the food was. I also sampled the best Char Kway Teow in Singapore which left me wanting for more.

Read More