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Jan172025 by olafNo Comments

Lunar New Year 2025: Festive Feasts and Celebration Across Asia

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Hotels across Asia invite you to welcome the Year of the Snake with special celebrations and unforgettable experiences. From mouthwatering feasts that blend tradition with modern flair to vibrant lion dances and soothing wellness activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re celebrating with family, embracing cultural traditions, or seeking a moment of calm, these events are all about starting the year with joy, luck, and a sense of togetherness. Fusion of Thai and Chinese Cuisine Meliá Chiang Mai’s signature restaurant Mai Restaurant & Bar on the 21st floor will welcome the Lunar New Year with a family-style dining experience accompanied by a selection of Chinese teas and vistas of Chiang Mai. Served from Jan. 27-31, 2025, from 6-10pm, “A Thai-Chinese C...

Jan152025 by olafNo Comments

Ring in the Year of Snake with Aman: A Celebration of Culture and Elegance

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At Aman’s serene sanctuaries across the globe, preparations are underway to celebrate the fast-approaching Year of the Snake. The sixth sign of the Chinese zodiac, embodying resilience, intelligence and charm, the snake encourages deep thinking and personal growth. From cultural experiences to family feasts and traditional Lunar New Year rituals, Aman invites guests to come together and celebrate this auspicious occasion, reflecting on the year gone by, and embracing the promise of prosperity in the year ahead. Each destination offers its own interpretation of Lunar New Year traditions, blending local heritage with Aman’s signature elegance. Whether you’re crafting palm leaf art in Bali, savoring a vibrant seafood barbecue in Vietnam, or immersing yourself in spiritual blessings in Laos...

Jan132025 by olafNo Comments

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Wyndham Panbil Batam with a Spectacular Feast of Flavors

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Embrace the Year of the Wooden Snake with a Delectable Feast! Join us for an unforgettable dining experience, where our culinary experts have thoughtfully prepared a diverse array of dishes infused with both creativity and expertise. Our dedicated staff will provide warm service to ensure your Lunar New Year celebration is truly delightful. On January 28, 2025, Wyndham Panbil Batam will host a splendid buffet dinner in honor of this festive occasion, celebrating abundance and good fortune. Guided by our talented kitchen team, prepare for a culinary adventure that will tantalize your taste buds. Our menu features a blend of traditional delicacies and contemporary flavors, promising a remarkable dining experience. As part of our tradition, you will be greeted with Yusheng as a...

Jan112025 by olafNo Comments

The Newly Launched Lavoya Boutique Day Cruise Elevates Luxury in Halong Bay

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Ambassador Cruise has launched a luxurious new day cruise that makes the most of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Halong Bay’s limestone karst-studded waters and key attractions such as Sung Sot Cave and Titov Island. With a remarkable two-level dining space, open-air sundeck affording 360-degree views of the bay’s limestone karst-studded waters, the leading cruise operator’s new 99-passenger capacity vessel named “Lavoya Boutique Day Cruise - By Ambassador Cruise” will bring its fleet to a total of four vessels. Cruisers get up close and personal with three of Halong Bay’s most spectacular attractions as part of the seven-hour cruise itinerary. The itinerary checks out the bay’s largest and most compelling cave, Sung Sot, home to myriad stalactites in all sorts of unique...

Jan102025 by olafNo Comments

Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore: The Perfect City Escape with a Resort Vibe

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Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore is uniquely located within the grounds of Laguna National Golf Resort Club, seamlessly blending a luxurious resort experience with a world-class golfing destination. From its spacious, pool-and-golf-course-view rooms to its top-tier wellness facilities, every detail invites you to relax and unwind in style. It’s the ideal spot for anyone who craves both the buzz of the city and the peace of a tropical retreat. A Stay to Remember with Stunning Pool and Golf ViewsStaying in one of Dusit Thani’s Deluxe Laguna Pool View rooms was an experience in itself. With its elegant, Asian-inspired decor, the room felt both luxurious and welcoming. Mornings began with stunning views through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the sparkling pool and the lush, championship go...

Jan92025 by olafNo Comments

Rediscover Wellness and Culinary Artistry at Azerai La Residence, Hue

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Azerai La Residence, Hue, the elegant 122-room heritage hotel overlooking the fabled Perfume River in central Vietnam, has unveiled exciting updates to its spa and dining offerings. Guests can now experience innovative wellness treatments at Le Spa and savor a refreshed menu at Le Parfum, blending local culinary heritage with global flavors. These enhancements, part of “The Colonial Life” program, invite visitors to indulge in the rich history and culture of Hue. Le Spa The hotel’s award-winning Le Spa has introduced a range of distinctive new treatments, including Tibetan singing bowls, Reiki healing and moxibustion therapy. The Tibetan bowls, which combine the seven metal elements (gold, silver, iron, mercury, zinc, copper and lead), produce sound waves that promote harmony bet...