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Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda re-opens at Marina Bay Sands  

Waku Ghin by Tetsuya Wakuda re-opens at Marina Bay Sands  

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Acclaimed restaurant Waku Ghin officially re-opens to the public (1 March 2021) at Marina Bay Sands after extensive renovations, offering the brilliance of Chef Tetsuya Wakuda over a widened repertoire that spans contemporary bar experiences, private dining and its signature Chef’s Table. From design inspiration to menu, the revamped Waku Ghin leans heavily towards Chef Tetsuya’s Japanese roots. The dining space, for instance, is designed by award-winning Japanese designer Yohei Akao, and features a minimalist design that integrates natural materials and intricate details that pay ode to nature and heritage.  At the restaurant’s new entrance located adjacent to its previous location, diners are greeted by a majestic two-tonne stone sculpture from Shikoku, Japan, towering over ...
Rooftop Rendezvous at 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

Rooftop Rendezvous at 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok

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Planning to throw an awesome party, look no further than the stunning 137 Pillars rooftop pool and cabana lounge situated in the luxury boutique hotel 137 Pillars Suites & Residences Bangkok. The hotel recently has launched a range of private events for special occasions, private parties, corporate events or intimate dining, at the hotel’s rooftop pool, which is one of the most instagrammable pools in Asia. Special arrangement can be tailored according to the occasion and the rooftop pool and terrace will be transformed into an exclusive event space for a minimum of 2 or a maximum of 30 people. Guests will enjoy the unique setting while at the same time captivate the sunset, starlit nights and incredible vistas. Experienced staff will curate your perfect celebration in keeping ...
Grand Hyatt Jeju In South Korea Debuts as The Largest Hyatt Hotel In Asia Pacific

Grand Hyatt Jeju In South Korea Debuts as The Largest Hyatt Hotel In Asia Pacific

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Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of the 1,600-room Grand Hyatt Jeju in South Korea, the largest Hyatt hotel in Asia Pacific. This highly anticipated opening also marks the return of a Hyatt hotel into Jeju Special Autonomous Province, an island on the southern end of the Korean Peninsula renowned for its rich history and cultural traditions. Part of the new Jeju Dream Tower, the island’s iconic twin-tower landmark, Grand Hyatt Jeju embodies the modern Korean lifestyle, offering leisure guests, business travelers and locals an impressive selection of world-class culinary, leisure and entertainment experiences under one roof. These include 14 distinct restaurants and bars, HAN Collection, a dedicated retail space showcasing over 200 Korean fashion designers an...
Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in Singapore, With The Opening of Duxton Reserve Singapore

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in Singapore, With The Opening of Duxton Reserve Singapore

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Autograph Collection Hotels announces its debut in Singapore with the opening of Duxton Reserve Singapore. Owned by The Garcha Group, the 49-guestroom boutique hotel joins Autograph Collection’s diverse and dynamic growing portfolio of independent hotels around the world, championing values of vision, design and craft. Duxton Reserve Singapore, Autograph Collection is situated in the island’s city centre of Tanjong Pagar, and the heart of Chinatown where business, socializing, dining and nightlife take centre stage. Guests can explore the culture-rich Chinatown with its enchanting temples or enjoy a historical journey at the National Museum of Singapore and Asian Civilisations Museum. With the highest concentration of Michelin-starred restaurants in the city, travellers can en...
Innovative Cancer Care Massage at Four Seasons Resorts Bali

Innovative Cancer Care Massage at Four Seasons Resorts Bali

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After intensive training with certified specialist Christine Clinton,Four Seasons Resorts Bali has recently launched a Groundbreaking Cancer Care Massageat its two spas: the all-new Healing Village Spa at Four Seasons Resort Jimbaran Bay, and Sacred River Spa at Four Seasons Resort Sayan in the foothills of Ubud. In a first for Indonesia, a dozen therapists from both spas completed training along with Regional Spa Director Luisa Anderson, herself a former oncology nurse who has seen first-hand the side effects of cancer treatments, and how massage can improve quality of life. The therapists were paired with women living with breast cancer known as “Bali Pink Fighters,” a support group of the Bali Pink Ribbon Foundation. The Pink Fighters participated in massage trials for...
Celebrating Valentine’s Day Around Southeast Asia

Celebrating Valentine’s Day Around Southeast Asia

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Valentine’s Day is around the corner so this is the time to embrace the love season with romantic experiences on offer at hotels and resorts around Southeast Asia. Let’s make this Valentine’s Day one to remember with a treat from one of these luxurious places. Raffles Le Royal Lovebirds in Phnom Penh should look no further than the delightfully nostalgicRaffles Le Royal
where a weekend of romance beckons. Couples are invited to check in to an elegant State Room on Saturday, 13 February, and receive two concert tickets for the evening when flautist Anton Isselhardt and pianist Misato Nakaishi will entertain guests as they dine poolside under the stars. Alternatively, you may choose a poolside Champagne Brunch on 14 February. The “Raffles Music and Romance Valentine Staycation ...