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May292026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Singapore Airlines Expands Amsterdam Services in the 2026 Northern Summer Season

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Singapore Airlines (SIA) will increase flight frequencies between Singapore and Amsterdam to 10 weekly services between 1 August and 22 October 2026, up from the current daily services, in response to strong demand for travel between the Asia-Pacific region and Europe. Subject to regulatory approvals, flight SQ334 will depart Singapore for Amsterdam on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The return flight, SQ333, will depart Amsterdam for Singapore on the same days. Mr Dai Haoyu, Senior Vice President Marketing Planning, Singapore Airlines, said: “Amsterdam has an important role in our broader European network. Through our Singapore hub, we connect travellers from the Asia-Pacific and beyond seamlessly, helping to meet the strong demand on this route. This increase in frequenci...

May272026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Le Beaulieu Hosts Exclusive Michelin-Starred Dining Events

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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi is elevating its culinary calendar this month with two exclusive dining events at its signature contemporary French fine dining restaurant, Le Beaulieu, featuring Michelin-starred guest chefs. Le Beaulieu will host special dinners and a Sunday Brunch in May, welcoming renowned guest chefs to collaborate with its culinary team and present refined experiences that celebrate French culinary heritage, seasonal ingredients, and exceptional craftsmanship. On May 29 and 30, the return of Le Beaulieu’s celebrated ‘Rendez-vous’ series will welcome Chef Hiroyuki Matsumoto of the one-Michelin-starred Restaurant Prunier in Tokyo. He will join forces with Le Beaulieu’s Chef de Cuisine Charles Degrendele to present a refined four-hands dinner that fuses French cu...

May232026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Play with Purpose: The Annual Marriott International Bali Charity Golf Day 2026

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New Kuta Golf Marriott Business Council Bali announces the return of the Annual Marriott International Bali Charity Golf Day 2026, taking place on Saturday, 4 July 2026 at New Kuta Golf, followed by an evening fundraising gala at Renaissance Bali Uluwatu Resort & Spa. Bringing together more than 30 hotels and resorts from the Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio across Bali, Lombok, and Labuan Bajo, alongside valued partners and stakeholders, Marriott Business Council Bali aims to raise IDR 1 billion in support of community programs for underprivileged children. Held under the theme “Play with Purpose,” the event reflects Marriott International’s global sustainability and social impact commitment, Serve 360: Doing Good in Every Direction. Guided by two pillars, Nurture Our ...

May72026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Le Méridien Surat Brings Chic Luxury to India’s Diamond City

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India continues to be an important growth market, and the debut of Le Méridien in Surat reflects an ideal expansion opportunity for the brand in a high-potential urban centre,” said Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International. “The city offers a compelling combination of commercial vitality and cultural depth, creating an environment where travelers increasingly seek experiences connected to the destination. With its heritage in craftsmanship, thriving food culture, and position as a regional hub, Surat aligns perfectly with the brand’s commitment to helping guests discover and savour destinations through a creative lens.” Guest Accommodations Spanning 125,000 sq. ft., Le Méridien Surat features 185 guest rooms including suites, thoughtfully des...

Apr282026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Varel Singapore, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Opens in Selegie

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Tribute Portfolio, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, has announced the opening of Varel Singapore, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in one of Singapore’s most vibrant, character-rich neighbourhoods. Located at the kaleidoscopic crossroads of Selegie Road and Mount Sophia, the 128-room hotel further expands Tribute Portfolio’s footprint in Singapore, celebrating individuality, local character, and a uniquely personal approach to hospitality. Built on the former site of Selegie Centre, the hotel marks a thoughtful transformation, introducing an urban oasis within a neighbourhood undergoing quiet revitalisation. Surrounded by pre-war shophouses, Art Deco buildings, late-night eateries, cafés, and indie haunts, Varel Singapore reflects...

Apr252026 by Tropical LifeNo Comments

Autograph Collection Hotels Debuts in India with Noormahal, Delhi NCR Karnal

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Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy, has made its India debut with the opening of Noormahal, Delhi NCR Karnal, a 176-room palatial retreat set along the historic Grand Trunk Road. Blending regal Indian heritage with contemporary design, the property offers expansive event spaces, immersive cultural experiences, and refined hospitality tailored for modern, design-conscious travelers. Positioned as both a destination stay and a gateway to North India, Noormahal introduces a distinctive, art-led narrative to India’s luxury hospitality landscape. Autograph Collection hotels are defined by a unique vision and story: Exactly Like Nothing Else.At Noormahal, Delhi NCR Karnal, Autograph, guests can experience a signature Autograph Moment inspired&nb...