The Hotels category covers global hotel openings, brand expansions, management agreements and major refurbishment projects across established and emerging destinations. Reporting spans luxury, upscale and lifestyle segments, alongside investment-driven hospitality developments.
Coverage includes milestone anniversaries, strategic repositioning, executive appointments and sustainability initiatives shaping the international hotel sector. Analysis also tracks mixed-use projects, resort developments and urban flagship properties influencing destination competitiveness.
From landmark luxury launches in Asia Pacific and the Middle East to resort expansions in the Caribbean and Europe, this section provides structured, fact-based reporting for hospitality professionals, investors and destination stakeholders monitoring global hotel growth trends.
Minor Hotels Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has announced Minor Hotels the winners of its 2025 awards. Minor Hotels was recognised in two categories, Best Use of Technology and Best-Cross-Brand Contribution for its NH Hotels & Resorts brand. GHA also acknowledged Minor Hotels’
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Marriott Bonvoy Cirque du Soleil KOOZA Marriott Bonvoy was recently announced as a Proud Supporting Partner of Cirque du Soleil KOOZA in Hong Kong. From now until July 13, Marriott Bonvoy invites members to embark on personalized journeys of discovery that combine art, human connections, and travel inspirations with themed dining and
WOOBAR® W Shanghai Guest Bartender Medhi Hong, Head Bartender of Zest, Seoul, S Korea (ranked No. 2 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024) took over WOOBAR® at W Shanghai – The Bund last night. Watch videos here Also read My Interview with W Shanghai – The Bund GM
Wyndham Days Inn Hotel Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is celebrating a major milestone in Asia Pacific with the opening of its 100th Days Inn hotel in China: Days Inn by Wyndham Shantou Jinping. Wyndham’s Days Inn brand in China has averaged double-digit net room growth over the last five years, contributing
Marriott Debuts Autograph Collection in Nepal Marriott’s Autograph Collection Hotels makes its debut in South Asia with the opening of The Soaltee Kathmandu, Autograph Collection in Nepal. This will be Marriott Bonvoy’s 19th brand in the South Asia region (India, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka). Disclosure: This article may contain affiliate links.
North Phuket In a bold move to redefine North Phuket’s tourism in Thailand’s most visited island, a coalition of top-tier hotels have come together to unveil a new destination branding initiative for the area. While Southern Phuket has long monopolised the spotlight with its neon nightlife and polished resorts, a
IHG Hotels & Resorts will be debuting its luxury lifestyle brand Kimpton in Malaysia with the opening of Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur by the end of 2025. Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur Disclosure: This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Located within Kuala Lumpur’s Central Business District, the Tun Razak Exchange (TRX),
Shangri-La Hotels Island Shangri-La, Kowloon Shangri-La and Kerry Hotel, Hong Kong have been recognised with a “Crescent Rating “of 5 signifying a certified standard level of Muslim-friendly hospitality, by globally renowned Muslim travellers. This rating is a standardised and independent accreditation system and acts as global recognition for Halal or
Sailing Club x Co Chung Vietnam’s rich culinary heritage is set to take center stage in Phu Quoc, as Sailing Club Signature Resort Phu Quoc joins forces with Co Chung, Singapore’s beloved Vietnamese restaurant, to introduce travelers to the true essence of Vietnamese flavors. Sailing Club has been synonymous with an upbeat dining
St Regis On The Bund, Shanghai Last night jazz music by Blue Note China (featuring Harrison Wardley, Juné Koo, and YiDu Jiang) at the St Regis Bar, St Regis on the Bund, Shanghai set a smooth, soulful atmosphere. Rich melodies, mellow rhythms, and improvisation filled the air. The dim lighting,
Capella Florence Capella Hotels and Resorts will make its much-anticipated first foray into Europe with the opening of Capella Florence in 2027. Occupying a privileged position in the historic and cultural heart of Florence, moments from the Piazza della Libertà and the Duomo, this respectful reinvention of a venerable complex
Hilton Garden Inn · Gen A Hilton has announced the official opening of its first Hilton Garden Inn · Gen A hotels in multiple cities across China, including Chongqing, Sanya, and Harbin. Accelerating the brand’s growth, the company also announced 19 new signings of the brand across Greater China, at
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas unveils a transformative new chapter in wellness with the launch of the Maldives’ first Magnesium-based spa treatments, redefining holistic healing for the modern traveller. In partnership with “Of The Islands”, a pioneering wellness brand that harnesses the power of the world’s only natural source of pure
Shangri-La Signatures Shangri-La Group (“Shangri-La”) proudly announces the official launch of its new ultra-luxury brand, Shangri-La Signatures, with the grand opening of its inaugural property: The Silk Lakehouse, Shangri-La Hangzhou. This new brand narrative reflects Shangri-La’s continued evolution, offering a thoughtful interpretation of Asian hospitality. Set on the tranquil shores of
Stelliers Asia 2025 Stelliers has unveiled 106 finalists for the Stelliers Asia 2025 Awards during a live broadcast streamed across the region. Top hoteliers from across Asia named as finalists in 21 award categories; winners to be announced at Grand Awards Ceremony on September 26 at Capella Bangkok. View the
Radisson Hotel Group sustainability commitment Radisson Hotel Group continues to drive its sustainability, responsible business agenda with an innovative closed loop recycling approach to hotel bulk liquid amenities in key markets including India, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. This wide-scale initiative is part of the Group’s broader commitment to
H World Group H World Group marks its first entry into the country of Laos by signing agreements to open four new hotels. “This signing of four hotels in Laos is an important step for H World in promoting localized management and building a deeply rooted network across the region,” said Zhu Xiaogang,
Kimpton Qiantan Shanghai takes a different approach to luxury than many of the city’s more traditional five-star hotels. Rather than relying on formal grandeur, the hotel combines contemporary design, residential-style public spaces and Kimpton’s lifestyle-oriented approach to service. I visited the hotel a few weeks before this review was written,
Mark Hoplamazian Hyatt Hotels Corporation President and CEO Mark Hoplamazian was recognized with the Cornell Hospitality Icon of the Industry Award at the 16th Annual Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards Celebration, honoring Mark’s visionary leadership and contributions to both Hyatt and the hospitality industry at large. Throughout his eighteen-year
La Vie Hotels & Resorts Leading Independent Hotel management company, La Vie Hotels & Resorts, announced the acquisition of management rights for the former Rydges Norwest in the thriving Sydney Hills District business and residential area. The property has been rebranded under a white label as Visy Dior Hotels International.
New World Phu Quoc New World Phu Quoc Resort celebrated its fabulous fourth anniversary on 30 May 2025 by unveiling A New Chapter of Sophistication – a transformative milestone marked by the debut of reimagined dining concepts and enhanced leisure experiences. Nestled on the pristine southwestern tip of Phu Quoc
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Vietnam and Mexico commemorated 50 years of diplomatic relations in May. For Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, this historic milestone holds a particularly special significance, as the hotel was once home to the very first Embassy of Mexico in Vietnam, from 1976 until the early 1980s. On
New World Jinzhou Hotel New World Jinzhou Hotel officially opens. The 215-room hotel is located in the city’s core. Inspired by the theme “Half Mountain, Half Sea; City’s Vibrance, Ever Bright,” the hotel captures the gentle flow of the Linghe River, the robust spirit of Yiwulv Mountain, the vastness of
Courtyard by Marriott Danang Han River Marriott International recently announced the opening of a new Courtyard by Marriott hotel in Danang, Vietnam. This marks the first introduction of the Courtyard by Marriott brand to the Vietnamese market and adds to Marriott’s portfolio in the city, now totaling five properties. The
Grand Mercure Batam Centre Hotel Grand Mercure has opened a new hotel in Batam Centre, marking the brand’s debut in this Indonesian city. Grand Mercure, part of the Accor group, has officially opened a new facility in Batam Centre, Indonesia. This development introduces the Grand Mercure brand to Batam, a
Samara Lombok Samara Lombok is joining the Destination by Hyatt collection – becoming first resort in Southeast Asia to join Destination by Hyatt, a diverse global portfolio of independent hotels, each purpose-built to reflect the spirit of its destination. The integrated development in south Lombok will join Hyatt’s portfolio of
W Father’s Day This Father’s Day, W Hong Kong is rolling out a spectacular lineup of curated experiences to spoil dads of all tastes. KITCHEN serves up a lavish buffet brunch featuring premium seafood, succulent roasts, and live cooking stations; WOOBAR Uji Matcha Afternoon Tea where refined traditions of Japanese
Ritz-Carlton Father’s Day With the advent of Father’s Day, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is offering an array of exceptional experiences to celebrate. Among the remarkable offerings are the seasonal set menu with wine pairing at two MICHELIN-starred Tin Lung Heen; Ozone’s epic semi-buffet brunch which features free-flowing Dom Pérignon champagne;
Regent Kyoto IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and GI Capital Management held a ground-breaking ceremony to mark the construction of Regent Kyoto, scheduled to open in 2028. The 83-room property is set around a central garden originally landscaped over a century ago by famed landscape gardener Kumakichi Kato. It is located
Fairmont Peace Hotel Becoming Raffles Peace Hotel Accor and Jinjiang International Group today announced a new era for the world-renowned Peace Hotel, one of Shanghai’s most beloved landmarks. Built in 1929 by Sir Victor Sassoon as the Cathay Hotel, the art deco masterpiece has been owned by Jinjiang Group since 1984, and became
Dubai Three Michelin Stars MICHELIN unveiled the fourth edition of its annual MICHELIN Guide Dubai during a glittering ceremony in Downtown Dubai, which saw the naming of the city’s first ever MICHELIN three-starred restaurants. This year’s MICHELIN Guide Dubai, a dedicated gastronomy guide which features the city’s best dining venues
Interview Executive Chef I recently visited the Regent Beijing and had the opportunity to speak with Executive Chef Eric Li. He had a lot of great insights into the restaurant industry and it was a very interesting conversation. Below is the full interview. 1. What do you do at Regent
济南凯宾斯基“红衣之夜” 济南凯宾斯基晚宴以“永恒的优雅，缔造完美的表现”为内容主线，向泉城展现百年欧 洲 经 典 奢 华 酒 店 服 务 的 象 征 及文化。 北京凯燕国际饭店管理有限公司副总经理徐佳先生，凯宾斯基亚洲市场销售副总裁凯宾凯宾斯基中国区业主关系副总裁 包铂先生，分别代表凯燕国际饭店管理有限公司及凯宾斯基亚洲总部出席晚宴致辞并送上祝福。 此次庆典恰逢济南凯宾斯基酒店四周年，双喜同庆，酒店业主代表程洁女士代表业主公司致谢，酒店总经理马库斯先生 （Mr. Markus）用中文向宾客送上祝福。 此次盛典酒店诚邀酒店长久合作客户及各界名流雅士，共同见证及感受红衣女郎服务大使15载缔造的服务文化。 2009 年始，红衣女郎以殷勤好客为使命，15年来，一袭因地制宜的红色套装，优雅伫立于酒店大堂，结合当地文化特色，既是一位出色的大使，也是欧洲经典奢华酒店服务的象征。 在巴赫《G大调第一号无伴奏大提琴组曲》萨拉班德舞曲演绎下芭蕾舞步轻叩时光之门，一场演绎永恒优雅缔造完美表现的晚宴拉开序幕。 行政总厨陈叶强先生携团队联袂呈献奢华定制菜品，西餐料理下的美馔与定制酒单带你探索奢华源自创造的味蕾盛宴。 为庆祝此次盛典酒店携手拥有197年历史的法国娇兰品牌联合缔造“红衣 15 载 – 娇兰主题客房” 伴随宣传片首映酒店正式宣布产品发布，济南凯宾斯基市场销售总监肖滨女士及法国娇兰区域代表刘玉萍女士现场解读了设计理念。 济南凯宾斯基酒店 Kempinski Hotel Jinan +86 531 5986 9999 [email protected] 山东省 济南市 历城区 经十路7000号 汉峪金融商务中心五区 250000 Also read Kempinski Partners with
Hyatt Regency Danang With a reputation for meaningful family getaways, Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa continues to raise the bar with new, thoughtfully designed offerings in 2025. Spanning 49 acres of tropical gardens and 700 meters of pristine beach, the resort was recently named to Travel + Leisure’s 2025 T+L 500
World of Hyatt Sleep with The Standard Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that World of Hyatt members are invited into the vibrant world of The Standard hotels to experience stays that are anything but standard. Those familiar with the legendary global brand know The Standard for its cultural vibrancy and immersive experiences
台北福華「匠味日本」 台北福華大飯店彩虹座自助百匯，換上全新夏季風貌，2025年6月1日至7月31日推出限定主題「匠味日本：47都道府縣名饌之約」，以日本47都道府縣的經典美味為靈感，由主廚團隊巧手演繹道地料理與創意擺盤，帶領饕客展開北海道到沖繩的味蕾巡禮。 「匠味日本」於每日午餐及晚餐時段供應，彩虹座全面調降價格：平日自助午餐與晚餐成人每人1,550元起，週末與國定假日成人每人1,800元起，年滿55歲貴賓憑證享有資深優惠價，每人1,200元起。另加碼兩人同行第二人享5折起優惠活動，至6月30日止！彩虹座與珍珠坊同步推出雙人同行優惠，平日第二人享5折、假日第二人享6折，一次盡享美食與超值好康。 彩虹座 訂位專線：02-2326-7429 「匠味日本」主題料理由彩虹座主廚馬良翰領軍設計，匯集北海道、東北、中部、關東、關西、中國、四國、九州一路到沖繩等日本47都道府縣的地道風味。 美食旅程自北海道開場，以「紫蘇鮭魚卵山藥豆腐」揭開序幕，選用台灣山藥與醇香豆腐細膩調和，搭配清香紫蘇葉與晶瑩剔透鮭魚卵，整體風味清爽開胃。中部地區以「甜酒釀喜知次漬燒」展現匠藝之美，使用台灣甜酒釀與有海中紅寶石之稱的喜知次魚烹調而成，魚肉細緻柔嫩，酒香入味。關西風味的「奈良舞菇鮭魚釜飯」則以特製高湯炊煮米飯，搭配鮮香舞菇與肥嫩鮭魚，樸實中蘊含濃郁旨味。甜點更是本次饗宴的夢幻收尾，從山形白桃蛋糕捲、小樽雙層起士、十勝紅豆奶酪到香緹鬆餅，每一道皆猶如日本四季縮影，藏匿著和風的細膩與詩意。 ￭精選菜品介紹 菜品名稱 代表地區 菜品特色 紫蘇鮭魚卵山藥豆腐 北海道十勝 紫蘇清香搭配鮮美鮭魚卵、滑順山藥，細膩風味展現北國春雪初融的生命力，清爽滋味令人胃口大開。 甜酒釀喜知次漬燒 中部富山 來自富山灣的當令珍饈「喜知次」，融合甜酒釀香氣與魚鮮鹽烤風味，一試難忘。 舞菇鮭魚釜飯 關西奈良 舞菇的山野香、鮭魚的鮮潤感，在鐵鍋中與高湯細火慢炊入味，香氣四溢的炊飯詮釋自然與土地的溫度。 蝦姑松露味噌燒 中部靜岡 嚴選鮮甜蝦姑，佐以濃郁松露味噌醬炙燒，海味與旨味的極致交融。 黑糖杏仁塔 沖繩 沖繩黑糖製作塔餡，融合烘烤杏仁的堅果香氣，外酥內潤、甜而不膩，成為島嶼風味的溫柔收尾。 ￭「匠味日本：47都道府縣名饌之約」自助午、晚餐 ‧活動日期：2025年6月1日起至2025年7月31日 ‧活動時間：午餐11:30~14:00、晩餐18:00~21:30 ‧適用餐廳：彩虹座 ‧訂位專線：02-2326-7429 ‧費用價格：平日自助午餐及晩餐成人每人1,550元起，兒童與55歲以上貴賓另享優惠折扣 ‧活動詳情：https://bit.ly/47Japanese 台北福华大饭店 (Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei) 886 02-27002323 台湾 台北市 仁爱路3段160号 10657 Also read 台北福華大飯店推出「粽饗2025個好運」送開運加持賜福香包
W After Dark W Shanghai – The Bund kicked off the terrace season with a glamorous “W After Dark” party, featuring Spencer Brown at the WET® Bar on May 24, 2025. W After Dark_1 W After Dark_2 W After Dark_3 W After Dark_4 W After Dark_5 Book via Trip.com. Affiliate link. We
主厨专访 Chris Wang （王杨昊）是上海费尔蒙和平饭店华懋厅的主厨。 华懋厅位于酒店九楼，提供现代欧式家常菜肴和周日早午餐。 华懋厅的私人阳台可饱览外滩和浦东天际线的壮丽全景。如果你想让夜晚更加难忘，阳台可以根据场合进行装饰，按照你的心情，选择现场音乐伴奏。 前阵子我去 Chris 的酒店拜访他，并进行了一次颇长时间的采访。我非常感谢他抽出时间接受我的访问。 1. 你在上海费尔蒙和平饭店做什么？ 我现任华懋阁餐厅主厨。 2. 告诉我们你的旅程，是如何开始的？ 在和平饭店的实习，正式开启我的职业生涯。之后去了法国的蓝带厨艺学院进修，随后去纽约、伦敦的米其林餐厅工作，包括Café Boulud, Le Gavroche, Per Se。之后回来和平饭店，担任现在职位。 3. 你接受接受过的什么培训？ 法国蓝带厨艺学院，正统法国料理。 4. 你有什么的厨房经验呢？ 纽约 Per Se, Café Boulud, 伦敦 Le Gavroche。 5. 你的饮食理念是什么？ 传统和摩登结合。因为对我来说，传统是不可以摒弃的，我们要做的不是创新而是改良。所以围绕传统的根基，我用本土食材，改良成本地人更容易接受的口味是我的理念。 6. 你如何形容行政总厨的角色？ 总厨是厨房的将军,需要明确团队的目标，并且教会手下的人如何把事情做好，确保厨房的运作流畅。 7. 请介绍一下你典型的一天工作。 一天下来是开会、整理每日预定信息、确认菜单和食谱、和团队一起投入工作、完成每日任务、开会总结、精进菜单。 8. 成为一名优秀厨师最重要的方面是什么？ 好奇心。 9. 描述一下作为一名厨师让你感到惊讶的事情。 暂时没有，因为厨房都能按标准流程去运作，所以没有什么意外。 10. 当你雇用新员工时，你着重潜在员工的什么？
Series by Marriott™ Marriott International has announced the global launch of its new collection brand for the midscale and upscale lodging segments – Series by Marriott™ – as the company continues to expand its lodging offerings around the world. Series by Marriott is expected to expand Marriott’s global presence by
专访行政总厨 我最近去了北京丽晶酒店，有机会和行政总厨李鹏 Eric Li 做了专访。他对餐饮行业有很多深刻的见解，这次谈话非常有趣。以下是完整的采访内容。 1. 你在北京丽晶酒店做什么？ 我是行政总厨，负责酒店餐饮厨房的日常运营与管理，包括卡迪博意大利餐厅、金宝99餐厅、丽晶大堂酒廊、丽晶户外花园、Deli 美食廊。 2. 告诉我你的旅程，是如何开始的？ 高中时期我报考了专业烹饪学校。在校三年期间，我学习了中西餐烹饪技艺，从基础的刀工、火候掌控到复杂的菜品制作。 毕业后，我踏入酒店行业，从基础的岗位做起，与师傅们交流学习，逐渐在工作中崭露头角，赢得了顾客与同事认可，也逐步晋升至现在的职位。 3. 请描述一下你接受过的培训。 烹饪学校期间，我掌握了煎、炒、烹、炸、烤、蒸、煮等多种烹饪手法，同时，我学会了各样食材的特性、选购要点、处理方法以及在各种烹饪方式下的变化规律。 此外，我还接受了食品安全与卫生培训，厨房管理，人员管理、食材采购与库存管理、成本控制、食品安全与卫生管理等各种知识。 4. 你的饮食理念是什么？ 健康营养，传统与创新的融合。 5. 你如何形容行政总厨的角色？ 行政总厨是厨房的 CEO，也是美食的导演。 6. 请介绍一下你典型的一天工作，如何确定你的任务优先顺序？ 清晨我会提前抵达厨房，对卫生状况进行全面检查；随后与采购人员沟通当天食材的供应情况，我亲自检查食材的质量与新鲜度；接着是看前一天的营业数据、分析菜品的销售情况、组织厨房早会等等。餐厅营业期间我会在厨房现场指挥工作；营业间隙，我会安排厨房员工进行培训与指导。 7. 成为一名优秀厨师最重要的方面是什么？ 技术，心态，创造力和职业素养的结合。 8. 当你雇用新员工时，你着重潜在员工的什么？ 扎实的基本功，责任心，抗压能力和学习能力。 9. 你的管理风格是怎样的？ 两方面，首先是以身作则，在厨房我会始终保持高标准的操作规范。人员管理上，会因人而异，对于有经验能力强的厨师，给予他们一定的自主性。 10. 你最大的优势是？ 专业技能精湛和丰富的管理经验。 11. 你如何处理厨房里的冲突？ 快速控制现场，私下沟通，厨房利益为先,公正处理。 12. 作为一名厨师，你最喜欢的部分是什么？ 可以创意发挥，能看到新想法变成美味佳肴；还有就是听到顾客品尝后满意的反馈。 13. 不喜欢的部分是？ 食材质量不好我会担心影响菜品的品质；有时候顾客提出一些不合理要求，既要尽力满足又不能违背烹饪的原则，会有点纠结。 14. 你如何保持厨房井井有条？
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Four Seasons Macao In honour of International Jazz Day, a UNESCO-recognized global celebration held annually on April 30, Four Seasons Hotel Macao joins hands with Jazz Club de Macau to shine a spotlight on the universal language of jazz at Splash. The hotel also welcomes Philip Bischoff, the internationally acclaimed mixologist from BKK
W Kuala Lumpur Takeover On 4/22 TUE and 4/23 WED, W Kuala Lumpur’s signature chef, mixologist & DJ will pop up at W Shanghai The Bund, taking over the WOOBAR® for two nights — presenting W culture with sound & taste. DON’T MISS!! W Shanghai – The Bund +86 21-22869999 WOOBAR®酒吧 +86 21-22869961 No.66
Hyatt Opens Alila Dong’ao Island Zhuhai Hyatt announced the opening of Alila Dong’ao Island Zhuhai, a luxury all-suite clifftop resort perched at the southwestern tip of Dong’ao Island in Zhuhai, a less than an hour from Zhuhai city by ferry, where guests can relax and feel restored amidst sweeping sea views
Stelliers Greater China 2025 Stelliers has announced that applications are now open for Stelliers Greater China 2025. The Stelliers Greater China 2025 awards celebrate hospitality personnel across the region, encompassing mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. This recognition highlights individuals who drive innovation and set new industry standards within
Flair’s Outlet Manger A few weeks ago I visited Flair, Ritz-Carlton Shanghai Pudong’s famous rooftop bar. It’s a super popular food and drink spot—I was lucky to snag a seat. And it wasn’t even peak hour… or at least I didn’t think it was. As I soaked up the vibrant
Kempinski Hotels + BTG Hotels Kempinski Hotels has announced an exciting new chapter in its longstanding partnership with BTG Hotels (Group) Co., Ltd. This extended alliance aims to elevate the luxury hotel experience in China, leveraging over 30 years of collaboration in the luxury sector. This partnership is set to
Paradisus Bali by Meliá The all-inclusive luxury brand Paradisus by Meliá is preparing to make its debut in one of the most popular destinations in Asia. Meliá Bali — the first hotel opened by Meliá Hotels International outside of Spain, inaugurated 40 years ago — is undergoing a full renovation
Hyatt Place Ha Long Bay Bai Chay Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Holding Thanh Duc Joint Stock Company announce the opening of Hyatt Place Ha Long Bay Bai Chay, marking the debut of the Hyatt Place brand in Vietnam. The hotel is part of Hyatt’s Essentials portfolio. Strategically located in the
Hilton virtual card payment technology Hilton hotels business travelers can enjoy effortless check‑ins and more secure payments with the introduction of a first‑of‑its‑kind virtual card payment technology. Hilton is advancing the business travel industry as the world’s first hotel group to automate the integration of virtual card payment details into
香港麗思卡爾頓 糭子禮盒 五月端陽，正值糭葉飄香之際，香氣四溢的「五月糭」當然是不可或缺的應節⾷品。香港麗思卡爾頓酒店今年推出兩款期間限定鮑魚瑤柱裹蒸糭及「至尊甜糭禮盒」，配以全新設計的禮盒包裝，是送禮給摯愛親朋或商業夥伴的不二之選。 今年香港麗思卡爾頓酒店的糭子禮盒呈橢圓形禮盒，設計靈感源於傳統與現代的精妙融合。以旗袍盤扣這一經典傳統服飾元素，賦予禮盒獨特的東方韻味。禮盒色調選取清新自然的深淺綠色，營造出淡雅柔和的氛圍，盒身繪製的荷花、荷葉與龍舟等端午元素，巧妙地將傳統文化融入其中，既呼應傳統節日，又能喚起人們對傳統文化的美好記憶。 深受大眾歡迎的鮑魚瑶柱裹蒸糭載譽回歸，酒店廚師團隊利用不同上盛⾷材入饌，包括頂級鮑魚及原粒乾瑤柱，入口軟糯足料，融合晶瑩剔透的鹹蛋黃，鮮香味濃。而「至尊甜糭禮盒」内含兩款甜糭，當中包括鹼水蓮蓉糭及陳皮豆沙鹼水糭，香滑濃郁的蓮蓉配上軟糯糯米，甜而不膩；而陳皮豆沙鹼水糭的淡淡果皮清香，令人齒頰留香。 原價（港幣） 早鳥優惠 （2025 年 5 月 19 日前購買） 鮑魚瑶柱裹蒸糭（乙隻） 578 383 「至尊甜糭禮盒」 包括鹼水蓮蓉糭及陳皮豆沙鹼水糭各一隻 418 283 鮑魚瑶柱豚肉裹蒸糭售價為港幣 578 元，由即日起至 2025 年 5 月 19 日或前購買，即可享早鳥優惠每盒港幣 383 元。「至尊甜糭禮盒」售價為港幣 418 元，由即日起至 2025 年 5 月 19 日或前購買，即可享早鳥優惠每盒港幣 283 元。兩款裹蒸糭數量有限，售罄即止。網上商店 香港 W 酒店 三款糭子禮盒 香港 W 酒店隆重推出三款端午糭子禮盒，包括瑤柱豚肉糭、陳皮桂花豆沙鹼 水糭及盛載兩款糭子連香港
The Patio The Patio (天庭) at the Atrium on hotel 56/F is a spectacular setting for afternoon tea and drinks, with live piano performance. Looking up you’ll see the breathtaking tunnel-like view spiraling 33 floors all the way up to the crown of Jin Mao Tower. Grand Hyatt Shanghai ’s
St Regis Beijing Premium Rice Dumpling Gift Box St Regis Beijing pays tribute to the traditions of Dragon Boat Festival with the Premium Rice Dumpling Gift Box 2025. The gift box reinterprets traditional aesthetics through a contemporary design lens, incorporating colors from the Colors of Ancient China – featuring the
Resorts World Sentosa The Laurus Resorts World Sentosa (RWS, 圣淘沙名胜世界) will be home to Singapore’s first The Luxury Collection branded property The Laurus (桂玥豪华精选酒店) when it debuts in the third quarter of 2025 (3Q2025). Crafted in collaboration with Marriott International. The 183 all-suite luxury hotel will be available for bookings
Regent Beijing combines a central Wangfujing address with spacious accommodation, multiple dining options and convenient access to the city’s historic landmarks. Located on Jinbao Street in Dongcheng District, the hotel sits above Dengshikou Station on Subway Line 5, making it a practical base for exploring Beijing. The hotel’s appeal extends
香港 W 酒店復活節主題 香港 W 酒店即將推出一系列復活節主題精彩美食，享受自助餐，下午茶，蛋糕等限定佳餚！另外亦有復活節住宿體驗，是與親朋好友共聚天倫的最佳選擇。 於 KITCHEN 餐廳 開啟復活節自助餐盛宴 來一個色彩繽紛的復活節盛宴！KITCHEN於4月18至21日期間，於「海陸珍寶」自助餐中推出復活節限定菜色。這場美食盛宴融合陸地和海洋的美味，呈獻多款海鮮和肉類菜色外，另有新鮮生蠔無限量供應。不要錯過復活節限定菜色—如造型感滿滿的蟹籽魔鬼蛋、蜜汁火腿及烤羊腿，令人回味無窮。另外亦有一系列精緻甜點—芒果異國風慕斯蛋糕、士多啤梨金寶芭菲、檸檬戚風蛋糕及榛果朱古力慕斯蛋糕等。 4月18至21日期間，香港Ｗ酒店8樓更會有現場畫面彩繪等活動，20及21日期間更會有可愛賓利兔於酒店6樓各區域游走派發朱古力蛋，令復活節加倍繽FUN！ 查詢及預訂: +852 3717 2299 | [email protected] 於W THE SHOP預訂 WOOBAR 「福岡草莓祭」下午茶 復活節換上新裝 WOOBAR「春の限定。福岡草莓祭」下午茶大受食客歡迎，於復活節換上新裝推出限定版下午茶，多款復活節造型小食可愛感十足，給你一個甜甜的復活節。 供應時間: 下午3時至下午6時 查詢及訂座：+852 3717 2889 / [email protected] 於W THE SHOP預訂 家中享受節日氣氛 復活節蛋糕儀式感UP！ 想好好留在家中享受美好假期，可到W THE SHOP預訂各款復活節主題蛋糕及火箭造型式朱古力復活蛋，在家都可以好好過節，與家人一同共聚天倫！ *需至少3天前預訂 於W THE SHOP購買獲獨家優惠 復活節享樂住宿體驗 預訂香港W酒店”復活節享樂假期”客房套餐，”躍”入無邊樂趣！享用豐盛自助早餐，與小朋友一起在戶外體驗W定制扭扭樂野餐墊，並享用甜蜜復活節蛋糕，盡情享受節日的歡樂。4月18-21日，酒店更有豐富多彩的復活節兒童活動，樂趣無處不在！ 查詢及預訂 復活節享樂假期”客房套餐 You can read the English edition here: W Hong
W Hong Kong This Easter This Easter, W Hong Kong is tuning up the flavour and fun. From lavish buffet spreads, heavenly afternoon tea to decadent Easter-themed cakes, the hotel is serving up their most extraordinary feasts yet. And for those looking to elevate the celebration further, the Easter staycation