The Peninsula Palace Beijing
Posted by Marlon on Apr 10, 2010
Strategically set in the middle section of Beijing, The Peninsula Palace Beijing is only a few steps from Beijing’s Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and can be reached with no difficulty from the Beijing Railway Station. Its 525 excellently furnished guest rooms and suites offer much room and space for the tired traveler, thus speaking well of The Peninsula’s reputation of coziness that delicately blends with touches of Chinese elements. Hotel guests have convenient access to advanced technology because each guest room is suitably equipped with such amenity.
Amangalla- Galle, Sri Lanka
Posted by Marlon on Mar 10, 2010
Amangalla is a resort found in the historic part of Galle. Amangalla is laid on the 17th century Galle Fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The resort is popularly known for Fort’s interesting activities and for its rich legacy that includes the narrow streets where building built in the colonial era of Dutch and British is still being used, most of them being 400 years old. It was said that the buildings were being used as headquarters for the Dutch and as billet for the British soldiers. Going to Amagalla have been attracting tourists who are interested in exploring Sri Lanka’s history.
Mandarin Kuala Lumpur
Posted by Marlon on Feb 10, 2010
Whether for business or pleasure, a Hotel Guest can have nothing but the best and perfect accommodation at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur. The Mandarin Oriental is famous all over the world, with its 88 storey Petronas Twin Hours that offers the best views overlooking the lush 50 acre KLCC Park. But this is not all to it. Because the hotel rooms, suites and apartments are truly extravagant albeit affordable. What more, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur has state of the art and award winning restaurants and bar while their Spa and leisure facilities provide much relaxation and diversion from hectic city life outside Amazing 300 original work of arts adorn the hotel, with the contemporary art pieces contrasting yet complementing each other. Every guest room and meeting room is equipped with high tech facilities, making each hotel guest’s stay convenient, pleasurable and awesome.
Amanpuri Phuket
Posted by Karl on Jan 10, 2010
The Strand, Yangon
Posted by Karl on Dec 15, 2009
Mandarin Oriental Manila – Metro Manila, Philippines
Posted by Marlon on Oct 22, 2009
In the heart of Makati business district in Metro Manila is the world famous The Mandarin Oriental, Manila. Well-known for its hospitable and splendid ambience. Mandarin Oriental Manila has just been given the award as among the top 30 Hotels in the world, and the best Hotel in Manila. This recognition is not surprising, though, because Mandarin Oriental Manila gives no less than the best to its guests, with its guestrooms and suites offering plush surroundings that travelers from any part of the world would simply love. Mandarin Oriental is also renowned for its delectable and superior cuisine and service making it a six time overall champion in the chefs on parade culinary Olympics held by the Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines. Hotel guests can truly enjoy their stay with the additional amenity of the luxurious Thai inspired Spa which is the only one being offered in Manila. Added to this is the yoga studio and a health club that caters to health buff guests.
Shangri-La Hotel Chiang Mai
Posted by Marlon on Sep 22, 2009
Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai, newly opened in December 2007, is a deluxe city resort whose unique but exquisite style and design is inspired by its location in Northern Thailand. The hotel that stands in the midst of a quiet and magnificent landscape, offers a tranquil but modern theme accentuated by a large free-form swimming pool that sits in the midst of mature plants such as frangipani, bamboo, ginger and lotus ponds, making the guests’ stay truly a pleasant and relaxed experience. Built with a liberal supply of teak along with touches of Thai architecture and highly based on strict Shangri-La standards and a contemporary style, Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai sets a new trend for luxury hotels in the region. Each open space is brilliantly ornamented with local artifacts, materials and rich fabrics to bring out the rich culture of the locality in which the hotel is situated.
Burj al-Arab
Posted by Karl on Aug 19, 2009
Burj al-Arab architecture is by far, one of the finest designs to grace modern civilization. Its luxurious interiors are covered in vulgar shades of violet, green, red and yellow. A quick scan of the area would give one a feeling of being transported back in the days when Sultans still governed the land exclusively, before the West had the chance to influence Islamic traditions. Staying a little longer in Burj al-Arab will make any foreigner expect exotic belly dancers to grace their way what with the extravagant adorns of velvet in rich tropical colors surrounding them with their every step. It is not however, the rich interiors of the iconic Burj al-Arab that enchants its clients to shell out $20,000 in one night with ease, (although such luxury from the inside helps) but the truly unique architectural concept that was implemented to establish the grand Arab hotel.
Fab Views From Your Tokyo Hotel Room
Posted by Marlon on Jul 23, 2009
I read in a guidebook once that Tokyo was like having a date with someone unattractive – it looks much better in the dark! And although there are many areas which are undoubtedly beautiful (like the gardens, the Imperial palace and temples), the city in the daytime can be a concrete jungle in multiple shades of gray.
At night, however, it is an entirely different story as Tokyo can light up like no other city in the world. And the higher up you are, the better the view. When choosing a hotel in Tokyo it pays to do your research and find a room with a great view. Think Scarlett Johannson in Lost in Translation (she stayed at the Park Hyatt). There are a number of hotels in Tokyo which offer great views, whether what you are looking for is a neon-lit city view, a serene garden view, Mount Fuji or a picturesque temple.
The Ritz-Carlton (pictured above) is one luxury hotel in Tokyo’s Minato-ku area with stellar views of Tokyo Tower, as is the Conrad, which has panoramic views over the stylish Ginza area. If you have the younger family members with you though, they might prefer the Hilton hotel in Tokyo Bay, which have lovely views of what else- Tokyo Disneyland!
Puerto del Sol Resort, Bolinao, Philippines
Posted by Karl on Feb 17, 2009
If you really want a quiet getaway from all the hustle and bustle of the city, then Puerto Del Sol Resort, located in Bolinao, Pangasinan, Philippines, is the perfect place for you. The whole resort is near the sea, and have several comfortable cottages near the beach which have modern amenities like cable television and air-conditioning, as well as a fully functional bathroom. You can rest in open beach side huts or take a nap or read a book in nearby hammocks. You can even have a massage beside the beach and relax as your muscles are rid of tension while you enjoy the fresh sea breeze. The water is very clean, with crystal blue waters lapping on the golden sand shores. Puerto Del Sol’s service is exemplary, as all the staff are friendly, professional, and accommodating. The in-house restaurant also serves delectable samples of both local and international cuisine.