Whether in search of an escape for culture, romance, epicurean delights or simply an exotic beach getaway, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s provide an enticing excuse to escape the winter blues and book into one of the exceptional hotels.

Aqua Expeditions’ Aqua Mekong has begun its schedule of three, four and seven day cruises on Indochina’s Mekong River, connecting Saigon with Phnom Penh and Siem Reap (Angkor Wat).

As part of the company’s continued efforts to evolve the guest experience by listening and responding to guest needs, Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced plans to offer free Wi-Fi at all Hyatt hotels worldwide, providing connectivity and convenience regardless of booking method or loyalty program participation.

To celebrate The Peninsula’s Paris first festive season, pastry chef Julien Alvarez puts a new spin on the classic French Christmas Bûche de Noël. A limited edition of just 99 “Christmas Leaves” cakes will be available for purchase from 22nd till the 28th of December.

The much loved Indian restaurant, Zaika of Kensington London reopened its doors in november with a menu of Northern Indian cuisine; a new team with executive chef Sanjay Gour at the helm and a revived look to the 120 cover restaurant space.

If you are going to Hawaii and looking for new Spa experiences, check out the all new signature treatments provided by The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Maui: Wai Vari water treatment therapy and one great laser therapy treatment plan to assist in the eternal quest for beauty and wellness.

On the 31st of December, the Bangkok Balldrop at lebua will once again put Thailand’s capital on the world map of New Year’s Eve celebrations as the 2 meter Bangkok Ball drops 15 meters from above Sirocco, the world’s highest alfresco restaurant. Visible from more than two kilometers across the city, the ball will be 265 meters up in the air, making it the most visible icon in Bangkok.

Set amid lush foliage on Lotus Mountain in Dalian, Northeast China, and overlooking Xinghai Square as well as Xinghai Bay and the Yellow Sea, The Castle Luxury Hotel Dalian boasts an opulent, contemporary design where each detail- from the wall decorations and furniture to the ornaments and art collections – tells a story.

Instagram is about great pictures of great places around the world. Millions of people have shared billions of photos throught the famous social network. As 2014 is about to end, here are the most instagrammed places in 2014. Some of them are really unexpected.

JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts plans to open its first Italian hotel in Venice and first resort in Europe in March 2015. The 266-room property, created in collaboration with award-winning Italian architect firm Matteo Thun & Partners, has an exceptional lagoon location on its own island, with stunning views of St Mark’s Square and La Serenissima.