The first MGallery by Sofitel has opened in Laos as the three 100 year old UNESCO world heritage buildings have been restored and transformed into the 3 Nagas Luang Prabang, MGallery by Sofitel. Set idyllically 300 metres above sea level, the capital of Luang Prabang showcases glistening temples and it is home to historical French provincial architecture that transcends time. 

After 22 years of absence, the 'Hilton' brand is returning to Hong Kong with the opening of a mid-priced Hilton Garden Inn later this month in Mongkok. The Hilton Garden Inn Hong Kong Mongkok will join the upscale Conrad Hotel (located in Admiralty) to become the second hotel to be under the Hilton Hotels and Resort group in Hong Kong. 

The official rebranding of the JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach will happen next week on 15 December 2016. With 634 beautifully-appointed rooms and suites, this brand new hotel was designed by the world-renowned French designer Philippe Starck to feature the designer's signature furnishings in each one of the guest rooms. Following this official rebrand, four more F&B outlets and a JW Spa will be unveiled in 2017.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts' latest property in Bali has just opened up in the prestigious Nusa Dua area. The Hilton Bali Resort is located atop a 40m cliff in the southern peninsula with direct access to one of the most picturesque beaches on the island. It is located near the 18-hole Bali National Golf Course and various water sports centers.

An agreement between Banyan Tree Holdings (which manages 43 luxury hotels and resorts) and AccorHotels has been announced today as both parties intend to collaborate to develop and manage Banyan Tree branded hotels around the world. Banyan Tree will also have access to AccorHotels’ global reservations and sales network, as well as its loyalty programme Le Club AccorHotels.

Most of us grab a coffee of two each week - I personally get one every morning as I am that addicted to caffeine. Imagine my excitement when I found out that I can now potentially prepay for coffee (money that I am going to spend anyway!) and save on subsequent purchases! Coffee Break is a free app that is based in Singapore to help frequent coffee drinkers save money and discover new cafes. 

Following an extensive year-long refurbishment process, the Grand Mercure Shanghai Central has been rebranded to the Pullman Shanghai Jing An. Located just three minutes walk away from the railway station and main metro lines, the Pullman Shanghai Jing An is right smack in the central business district with convenient access to a range of shopping and commercial options. 

The award-winning Golden Peony at the Conrad Centennial Singapore will be featuring new and innovative Year of the Rooster prosperity dishes and set menus from 10 January 2017 to 11 February 2017. Toss to a new year ahead with the impressive Fortune 3D Fiery Rooster Yu Sheng with Kanpachi, Abalone, Salmon, Crispy Fish Skin and White Bait.