Etihad Airways announces four additional weekly flights on its popular Abu Dhabi – Malé route
Effective 15 June 2018, eleven Etihad Airways flights a week will send guests to the idyllic Maldives. Operating year-round, these flights enable guests to maximise their stay in the Maldives and improves overall flexibility and connectivity between the Maldives and key countries on Etihad Airways’ European network, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Russia. […]
IHG buys into Regent Hotels & Resorts and goes back to the 80s with Hong Kong property
IHG has continued its acquisitions streak, snapping up a 51% stake in Regent Hotels and Resorts to the tune of USD 39 million, split through three tranches from now until 2024. The global hospitality firm plans to grow Regent from its current line-up of six hotels and 2,000 rooms, to 40 properties and over 10,000 rooms […]
new Hong Kong gallery is dedicated to dolls
Instead of paintings, sculptures or photographs, Doll’s House is and Asia’s first gallery dedicated to fine art dolls. The gallery’s inaugural exhibition showcases more than 70 dolls created by over twenty renowned artists from all over the world. Each doll in the collection is unique and handcrafted, made from a variety of unique materials such as gold, porcelain, […]
Cathay Pacific Unveils The Deck at Hong Kong International
Cathay Pacific has unveiled The Deck, the airline’s newest lounge, at Hong Kong International Airport. Located near Gate 16 in Terminal 1, the Deck opened its doors to passengers on 22 March 2018. Designed in the signature style of Cathay Pacific’s award-winning lounges, The Deck provides understated luxury to put the weary traveller at ease. […]
new direct flight between Changsha and London
Hainan Airlines has launched its first direct flight between London and Changsha, Hunan, one of China’s most famous historical cities. Now Boeing 787 passenger jets depart each week from Changsha Huanghua International Airport and arrive at London’s Heathrow Airport before making the return journey. Flights depart from Changsha in the morning, just before noon, and arrive in London mid-afternoon […]
Explore a 17th century Japanese Village in Ayutthaya with the Aid of VR Technology
In celebration of 130 years of official diplomatic relations, Japan and Thailand have created a virtual reality (VR) street museum. The VR street museum is set up in the Japanese village in Ayutthaya province, in the exhibition hall next to the Chao Phraya River. By using an immersive VR theatre complete with the latest VR […]
Minor Hotels Launches ‘Mekong Kingdoms’ Luxury Cruises
Minor Hotels has launched river cruises evoking the romance of river travel with a modern twist. With their first-class fleet, Mekong Kingdoms cruises elevate river travel with gourmet meals, plush cabins, and unique curated experiences both aboard and ashore. Cruise along the mighty Mekong River from Thailand’s Golden Triangle to the ancient Lao capital and […]
How to Choose an Ethical Elephant Experience in Thailand
When visiting Thailand, one of the activities many visitors most wish to tick off their bucket list is a chance to interact with elephants. Elephants have a special significance in Thai culture and have long worked alongside its people, but for years now, they have been banned from the logging trade in which they traditionally […]
4 Hidden Gems Just Outside of Bangkok
The ‘Big Mango’ is known for its hustle and bustle, exotic sights and sounds. Though a vibrant city – with shopping, dining and nightlife offerings which rival any cosmopolitan destination – Bangkok also has a quieter side. When you’re surrounded by towering condo blocks and jam-packed traffic, it might seem like the city sprawls endlessly. […]
Escape to Scenic Sagar
Going off the beaten track, explore the remote southern parts of Inle Lake by boat, visiting Shan, Pa-O and Inthar villages on this two-day escape. The boat journey to Sagar takes you past the impressive ruins of Sagar, and you will also meet many of the area’s local ethnic groups. Start at Heho Airport and […]