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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, the iconic luxury hotel in the Vietnamese capital, has opened a new chapter in its storied 123-year history with the relaunch of its historic Heritage Wing following an extensive and inspired refurbishment. The Metropole Heritage Wing, with 103 guest rooms and suites, has been meticulously restored and renovated under a 21-month construction project. The new interiors maintain their traditional aesthetic and feel, and incorporate select original fixtures, while also introducing a considerable measure of bespoke comfort, advanced technology and vibrant color. The comprehensive reconstruction work was centered on the original wing of the hotel, which was established in 1901 and has played host over the decades to numerous heads of state and royalty, ...

At Aman properties across Asia, preparations are underway to celebrate the fifth animal of the Chinese zodiac with the Year of the Dragon. As festivities build towards 10 February, 2024, a host of surprises await across China and beyond. Group-gathering meals, firework displays, lantern lighting and an array of age- old traditions will help mark this auspicious event – a chance to celebrate together and look forward to a year of good fortune.  Amanyangyun, China There is a chance forfamily reunions, feasting and new beginnings at Amanyangyun. Throughout the February, immersive activities such as calligraphy and paper-cutting classes will be held at the resort’s Nan Shufang cultural centre, with a New Year’s Eve dinner at Lazhu on 9 February and a traditional Lion and Dragon ...

Visama Mae Chan is a newly-opened glamping experience where modern comforts blend seamlessly with the surrounding natural beauty. Mae Chan is a district in the northern part of Chiang Rai province, Northen Thailand, about 40-minute transfer from Chiang Rai international airport. Opened in December, the newly opened luxury Visama Mae Chan tented camp in northern Thailand is available for exclusive private event buyouts by families or groups of friends. Sit on almost five hectares of land, It has only 10 luxury tents divided into 4 categories: Standard Luxury Safari Tent, Deluxe Studio Safari Tent, One Bedroom Suite Tent, and Two Bedroom Suite Tent. It is ideal for small group reunions, special occasions and weddings. Companies can also take it over for private business meetings. Each...

Located on tranquil Tubkaek Beach, and tiered into a lush hillside facing westward towards the Andaman Sea and the sunset, Banyan Tree Krabi has become one of Thailand’s best-loved venues for Valentine’s Day and romance since it opened its doors to guests in 2020.  Beginning around sunset on February 14th, eight lucky couples are invited to gather on the resort’s beachfront lawn where an intimate candlelit dinner will be served inside a private bamboo gazebo to the accompaniment of live music. The set menu features amorous delicacies such as Crispy Beer Battered Oyster in Rose Jam, Smoked Salmon Gravlax, and Black Caviar, which will be followed by entrées of Roasted Wagyu Beef Tenderloin or Pan-Roasted Black Kingfish with Grilled Krabi Lobster, and rounded off with some sumptuous ch...

Janu – meaning ‘soul’ in Sanskrit – marks an energising new era for hospitality with the opening of Janu Tokyo in March 2024. The highly anticipated sibling to the renowned Aman, Janu’s unveiling is the first in a 12- strong global pipeline of projects across city, country, and coastal destinations. Janu  Tokyo offers 122 light-filled rooms and suites, eight dining venues, two boutiques and a 4,000 sqm state-of-the- art Wellness Centre.  Janu Tokyo reveals itself with a lofty gallery and reception, where a sense of space is fostered through considered use of glass and textured mouldings that reflect soft, glowing light. Above, a ceiling embellished with intricate lattice woodwork and rows of woven rope arches (a modern interpretation of the traditional Japanese technique of ...

As the new year is approaching less than two weeks, it is a great time to decide where to celebrate the new year’s eve. We’ve put together a round-up of New Year’s Eve celebrations at some of the best hotels and resorts across Asia. Celebrating New Year’s Eve in HanoiSofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, Vietnam’s most storied hotel, will host exclusive New Year’s Eve celebrations at the award-winning modern French fine dining restaurant Le Beaulieu, and at Le Club Bar, angelina (cocktail bar, whisky lounge and rustic New World restaurant) and the newly renovated modern Vietnamese restaurant Spice Garden. With prices ranging from VND 3.3 million to 5.9 million, gala dinners and countdown parties will be the order of the evening. Revelers can choose from an extraordinary 9-course New Year’s Ev...