Tag: 2021

hotels, thailand, Travel

China: Dusit International signs to manage new deluxe hotel in Chuxiong, Yunnan Province, China

SHANGHAI, CHINA – Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has signed a hotel management agreement with Chuxiong Rongda Real Estate Development Company Limited to operate dusitD2 Chuxiong, Yunnan, an upscale hotel in the heart of Chuxiong City, southwest China.   The first internationally branded hotel in the Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture, the … Continue reading China: Dusit International signs to manage new deluxe hotel in Chuxiong, Yunnan Province, China

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Dubai: Leading Tourism Changemakers Launch Global Hospitality Start-up Incubator KUBE Ventures

DUBAI – KUBE Ventures has a single purpose: to drive transformation by incubating and accelerating hospitality start-ups. Inspired and created by Michael Levie and David Keen, KUBE has attracted some of the world’s foremost entrepreneurs and disruptors in the hospitality space. Each one shares the values of the founders and a drive to create fundamental change. The KUBE vision, in short, is to incubate and accelerate … Continue reading Dubai: Leading Tourism Changemakers Launch Global Hospitality Start-up Incubator KUBE Ventures

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Thailand: Centara EarthCare Sustainability Standard Receives Recognition from Global Sustainable Tourism Council

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, announces its recent achievement of the “GSTC-Recognised Standard” status from the Global Sustainable Tourism Council, a milestone achievement in the group’s commitment to long-term sustainability. With the new GSTC Recognition, Centara becomes the first Asian hospitality group to formally incorporate the GSTC Criteria in its internal sustainability system called Centara EarthCare.  “We are delighted to have … Continue reading Thailand: Centara EarthCare Sustainability Standard Receives Recognition from Global Sustainable Tourism Council

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Thailand: The Slate Appoints Phuket Hospitality Legend Claude Sauter as New General Manager

The Slate, the whimsical, art-inspired beachfront resort on Phuket’s secluded northwest coast, has announced the appointment of Claude Sauter as its new General Manager, bringing an unrivalled depth of local knowledge, industry acumen and leadership experience to this key role. A Swiss national, Claude is a life-long hospitality professional with proven track record. He has also enjoyed a richly rewarding 24-year relationship with Phuket – … Continue reading Thailand: The Slate Appoints Phuket Hospitality Legend Claude Sauter as New General Manager

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fashion, Singapore, What's New

Shopping Time: ION Orchard launches first mall-wide eco-conscious Green Points campaign

Orchard Road’s premier retail destination, ION Orchard has aunched its first mall-wide eco-conscious campaign that brings shoppers and brands alike on a path towards a greener future. Inspired by Orchard Road’s storied past as a nutmeg and fruit plantation, ION Orchard is introducing a special eco rewards programme known as Green Points, which will reward shoppers for their sustainable efforts. Outlining ION Orchard’s eco-conscious ambitions, … Continue reading Shopping Time: ION Orchard launches first mall-wide eco-conscious Green Points campaign

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Fashion Forward: UNIQLO to launch Jeff Koons UT Collection

Global apparel retailer UNIQLO is no stranger to contemporary art, plastering the works of modern greats such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Yayoi Kusama on t-shirts, and making art wearable, and accessible to all. But one pop artist that has been conspicuously missing from their line-up is American artist Jeff Koons, best known for his massive, metallic sculptures of balloon animals that leave some … Continue reading Fashion Forward: UNIQLO to launch Jeff Koons UT Collection

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New Opening: Specialty tonkatsu stall Maruhachi Donburi & Curry at Havelock Road

Following the opening of their first outlet in Punggol last November, specialty Tonkatsu stall Maruhachi Donburi & Curry have now opened their second outlet at Havelock Road. Known for their restaurant-quality tonkatsu, Chef-owner August Wijaya is thrilled to be able to serve his famed dishes in the heart of the city especially to those returning to work as well as residents in the vicinity. ‘Maru’ … Continue reading New Opening: Specialty tonkatsu stall Maruhachi Donburi & Curry at Havelock Road

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Alcohol, sake, Singapore

Tipple Time: Osaka Fruits Liquor Brand Umeshuya Opens New Flagship Store in Takashimaya   

After great success from an event-based pop-up shop operation in Singapore, Umeshuya, a Japanese fruits Liquor brand established in 1935 in Japan, has opened its first specialty boutique store in Singapore, at Takashimaya. The shop functions as a concept store as well as a showroom featuring some 30 specially selected fruit liqueurs from all over Japan. And as part of their dedicated service, the story behind … Continue reading Tipple Time: Osaka Fruits Liquor Brand Umeshuya Opens New Flagship Store in Takashimaya   

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Food For Now: New Indian-inspired grill restaurant Revolver opens at Tras Street

Revolver, the bold, fiery grill — headed by Executive Chef Saurabh Udinia — has opened on bustling Tras Street. The open-kitchen style concept embraces the fire of Indian cooking sensibilities, world-class premium produce and carefully selected global spices to create a progressive and exciting dining experience. Premium meats, seafood and vegetables alike are charred to perfection on the custom-built Woodfired grill, or the beautiful hand-built … Continue reading Food For Now: New Indian-inspired grill restaurant Revolver opens at Tras Street

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Food For Now: Ebi Bar brings back bestselling limited time menu item Hokkien Noodles

After its debut run ended on 18th August 2021, Ebi Bar has been inundated with diners calling for the return of its Hokkien Noodles ($12.90/$19.80/$68.80) with customers calling it ‘legendary’ and the ‘best Hokkien Noodles in Singapore’. In response to the overwhelming support and demand, Ebi Bar’s Hokkien Noodles will be back from 30th September 2021 to 31st October 2021 for takeaways and delivery. First … Continue reading Food For Now: Ebi Bar brings back bestselling limited time menu item Hokkien Noodles

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