Elegance and authenticity sum up the spirit of this glamorous, yet relaxed 132-room, suite and pool villa hotel. It sits within three world-class...
UNWIND THIS SUMMER AT MINOS BEACH ART HOTEL, CRETE
Here, on the southern Greek isle, an original building from 1963 and a cluster of bungalows and villas with private pools house 121 rooms, which have been radically renovated while retaining a throwback fishing village charm. Once inhabited by local fishers decades ago, today the
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KEMPINSKI CREATE FIT ROOMS WITH PERSONAL TECHNOGYM EQUIPMENT
Wellness tourism is big business. The global industry is predicted to be worth around US$1.2 trillion in 2027 – up from US$735.8 billion in 2020 – and hospitality venues and resorts are trying harder than ever to capitalise on it. Tapping into the unstoppable rise for all things
by Christian Stan, on 16 Jun. 21, No Comments
PATINA MALDIVES SETS NEW STANDARDS FOR SUSTAINABILITY
The trend for purposeful, responsible travel has a new champion in Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, a luxury archipelago retreat launching later this year built on nurturing sustainable values and a “commitment to perpetuity”. While it’s easy to dismiss buzzwords, the Patina
by Christian Stan, on 8 Jun. 21, No Comments
VILLA IGIEA, A ROCCO FORTE HOTEL, OPENS IN PALERMO, SICILY
Villa Igiea's location, nestled between land and sea, makes it a perfect base to discover the extensive cultural heritage of Palermo, which provides visitors with enchanting sights and unique experiences. Built in 1900, the historic palazzo has been meticulously renovated by Olga Polizzi,
by Christian Stan, on 7 Jun. 21, No Comments
FIRST RADISSON COLLECTION HOTEL IN TURKEY OPENS IN BODRUM
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Bodrum, located in Aspat Bay to the south of the Bodrum peninsula. With a prime seafront location and panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, this luxury hotel offers the ultimate setting for a peaceful,
by Christian Stan, on 4 Jun. 21, No Comments
PHUKET TO REOPEN FOR VACCINATED INTERNATIONAL TOURISTS FROM JULY 1
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has confirmed that vaccinated travelers from low-risk countries will be permitted to fly direct to the Thai island without having to quarantine from July 1 as part of its pilot "Phuket Sandbox" program. TAT Governor Yuthasak Supasorn told CNN that he
by Christian Stan, on 3 Jun. 21, No Comments
CASA PACHA OPENS ON IBIZA’S FORMENTERA COAST
Clubbing isn’t exactly high on the agenda at the moment but Pacha nightclub still manages to conjure the carefree spirit of Ibiza. Until the reopening party is announced, parent company Pacha Group has been focusing its efforts on the unveiling of a new boutique hotel called Casa Pacha
by Christian Stan, on 28 May. 21, No Comments
JOSUN PALACE, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL OPENS IN SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA
Originally built in 1914 as one of Korea's first luxury hotels, the hotel is located in Gangnam, one of Seoul's most vibrant and energetic districts. Just steps from the city's most popular shopping and entertainment attractions including the COEX Mall and Apgujeong, the hotel serves as a
by Christian Stan, on 27 May. 21, No Comments
FOUR SEASONS RESORT BALI AT SAYAN EXPANDS WELLNESS PROGRAM WITH QIGONG, CRYSTAL REIKI
Faraaz Tanveer Aimed at boosting self-care, resilience and awareness, the ancient Chinese art of Qigong is now being offered by the Resort’s Spa & Wellness Manager Faraaz Tanveer. Awarded Asia’s Best Spa Manager in the 2020 Hall of Wellness Awards, Faraaz is a qualified qigong,
by Christian Stan, on 26 May. 21, No Comments
flydubai ADDS MYKONOS AND SANTORINI TO THE SUMMER SCHEDULE
Santorini, Greece The launch of flights to the two Greek islands brings the number of seasonal routes served by flydubai to six destinations including Bodrum and Trabzon in Turkey, Batumi in Georgia and Tivat in Montenegro. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “we
by Christian Stan, on 24 May. 21, No Comments
