BEST SERVICED APARTMENTS
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here are many advantages to staying in a luxury serviced apartment over a hotel. Offering
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an upscale home away from home experience, luxury serviced apartments are becoming
increasingly popular in Hong Kong and mainland China – there are plenty of reasons why booking into one for your next long stay away makes sense. Offering the privacy and comfort of home, serviced apartments are run like a hotel, with housekeeping staff on hand to keep your space place looking spotless. While many believe they need to stay away a long time from home to rent one of these apartments, it’s possible to book them
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for short term stays too. In most cases, the requirement to stay a minimum of three months is no longer applicable and terms are becoming more flexible to suit the requirements of the occupant. One of the biggest advantages of booking a serviced apartment over a hotel is location. Unless you are willing to pay a premium for a central location, hotels can be located in sterile parts of the city close to the business centres, or in unattractive locations far from the city’s main sights. On the other hand, serviced apartments are often situated right in the middle of things, usually within an authentic
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local neighbourhood. This enables guests to really get under the skin of the city they are staying in by soaking up the genuine vibe and atmosphere of the place. In a city such as Hong Kong where space is at a premium, hotel rooms are often on the small side, even if they are five-star luxury properties. Luxury serviced apartments, Taikoo Place Apartments
however, generally have a separate living and dining area – and even more living space if you choose an executive or premier option – so guess can stretch out and make themselves at home. This sense of space and belonging can be particularly welcome after a long, stressful day. While cooking may be the last thing on your mind, a kitchen with a fridge and microwave is useful for storing late night snacks and drinks without having to pay a premium for
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mini bar items. It’s also handy to have items like a toaster and hob to hand if you’d like to have
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breakfast and prepare for the day ahead in the quiet of your own personal space as opposed to a busy hotel breakfast service, or crowded cafe. Keen gourmets, meanwhile, can explore the local markets and experiment with local ingredients. In addition to a kitchen area, serviced apartments are often equipped with an in-room washer and dryer, which means you can wash your clothes for free instead of totting up expensive hotel laundry bills every time you need a shirt washed or a suit pressed. Telephone and internet costs also tend
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to be cheaper than the average hotel offers in serviced apartments. While one of the benefits of staying in a hotel is not having to make your own bed, housekeeping can be an intrusion; some may make an appearance several times daily to clean, turn down your bed and so on. If you decide to sleep in and forget to put the “do not disturb” sign on the door, or just want Somerset Victoria Park
some privacy, these constant interruptions can be a nuisance. In serviced apartments, housekeeping is generally only conducted a couple times a week – although of course, they are on hand to need clean or replace something in between visits if needed. While there are notable differences between hotels and serviced apartments, there are similarities, too. One advantage is that luxury serviced apartments have all the amenities you’d expect to find in a standard hotel building, such as a pool, gym, conference centre, restaurants and concierge.
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Depending on the apartment chosen, additional services may be available. Some complexes offer meet and greet services, travel bookings, airport parking, foreign exchange facilities or a restaurant booking service. But perhaps the biggest benefit of all over booking a serviced apartment instead of a hotel is the difference in price. Serviced apartments often work out cheaper than an equivalent hotel, and while some will require you to book for a month or two to get a good deal, others offer impressive rates for a shorter stay.
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LUXE SEASONS
AT FOUR SEASONS PLACE, GUESTS CAN ENJOY A HOME-AWAYFROM-HOME-EXPERIENCE FILLED WITH LUXURY AND STYLE.
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Place features over 500 suites, ranging
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from 547sqft studios to 1,867sqft three-
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bedroom suites and Penthouses that boast
departure information, along with a World
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private pools and terraces with world-class
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Finance Centre complex. Connected to
vistas. Created by internationally renowned
guests’ convenience.
the highly-efficient MTR train system and
designers, the suites feature elegant,
with the Hong Kong Station of the Airport
modern interiors and a wide range of in-
Providing guests with a high standard
Express, the Star Ferry, taxi stands and
room amenities, including Sealy pillow-
of modern living and a respite from the
VIP drop-off areas in close proximity, this
top mattresses, high-speed broadband
city’s hustle and bustle, Four Seasons
lavish hotel offers its guests easy access
internet, Blue-ray players, and 5.1 Bose
Place features a host of facilities for
to different parts of Hong Kong, making it
home entertainment systems.
guests to refresh and relax. They can
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a perfect base from which to explore this
enjoy sunbathing and swimming in the
vibrant destination.
heated rooftop pool, relieve their tension
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services, housekeeping services, 24-hour
events to cooking classes and heritage
in-room fine-dining, limousine services,
walks, offering the perfect opportunity to
and free shuttle services to and from the
make new friends.
Hong Kong Airport Express station. Guests can also take advantage of exclusive,
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to organise social gatherings, which range
lifestyle that every guest will find it
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Four Seasons Place Atop Hong Kong Station, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong Tel: +852 3196 8228 Email: enquiries@fsphk.com www.fsphk.com
in the Jacuzzi and sauna, or squeeze in a workout at the 24-hour gym. For guests’ convenience, the complex also houses laundry facilities, personal storage space, a multi-purpose function room, a reading room with internet access, and a children’s playroom. Guests staying at Four Seasons Place can also experience a cosmopolitan lifestyle thanks to the proximity of Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo, two of the city’s hubs for dining and entertainment. The acclaimed IFC Mall nearby is also a popular hub of shopping and entertainment, while the Four Seasons Hotel offers various dining options, including Michelin-starred French fine-dining at Caprice and happy-hour canapés and cocktails at the vibrant Blue Bar. Rounding out the myriad of outstanding facilities at Four Seasons Place are exclusive 24-hour multilingual concierge
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LOFTY LUXURY
A perfect blend of style and sophistication, The HarbourView Place offers unparalleled levels of luxury for long-term guests and new arrivals to this vibrant city. 8
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makers, microwaves, refrigerators, induction hobs, kettles, toasters, glassware, tableware and utensils. In addition to these creature comforts, the serviced suite hotel also offers a comprehensive range of recreational facilities and personalized services to enhance guest experiences. These include housekeeping services, 24-hour multilingual concierge service, a heated outdoor rooftop pool and a Jacuzzi on the 76th floor, a sauna, a 24-hour gym, a lounge, reading area with internet access, a multi-purpose function room and a laundromat. The HarbourView Place also offers a highly knowledgeable team of Guest Liaison Specialists, who are on hand to host cultural and social activities which allow guests to gather and gain an appreciation for the local culture while making new friends. These
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activities include heritage walks, coffee cupping classes, floral arrangement and Chinese tea appreciation. The Guest Liaison ith panoramic views across the iconic
Specialists can offer all manner of practical assistance to new
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arrivals, helping them settle in and acclimatise quickly to the city.
is situated in a prime location in the heart
With a prime location, luxurious amenities, modern interiors and
of Kowloon, offering direct access to Hong
impeccable service, it’s no surprise that The HarbourView Place
Kong’s comprehensive transport network,
is one of the most popular accommodation options for affluent
vibrant shopping precincts and cutting-edge dining. Perched
visitors in the city.
above Kowloon Station, this luxurious serviced suite hotel is only 5 minutes from Hong Kong Island’s Central Business District by MTR and 22 minutes from Hong Kong International Airport by the convenient Airport Express. Positioned between the 50th and 70th floors of The Cullinan II at the ICC megalopolis, The HarbourView Place keeps company with some of Hong Kong’s renowned five-star hotels, including The Ritz- Carlton Hong Kong and W Hong Kong. It also offers guests immediate access to the large number of international companies located within the landmark ICC complex, as well as a multitude of luxury shopping, fine-dining experiences and exciting entertainment options at the opulent Elements mall. The HarbourView Place features 266 serviced suites, ranging from 464sqft to 3,270sqft, including studios, stylish one bedroom suites, spacious two and three-bedroom suites, and lavish presidential suites. Most suites offer stunning 180-degree views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong and Kowloon skylines. A team of renowned designers created contemporary interiors which offer comfort and elegance complemented by stylish, comfortable furnishings. Offering guests a home-away-from-home experience, suites are fitted with a wide variety of luxurious amenities, including Sealy pillow-top mattresses, widescreen LED HDTVs, DVD players, KEF 5.1 home theatre systems, washing and drying machines,
The HarbourView Place
Atop Kowloon Station, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: +852 3718 8000 Email: enquiries@harbourviewplace.com www.harbourviewplace.com
and fully-equipped kitchenettes that include Nespresso coffee
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The Gateway Apartments in Tsim Sha Tsui offer the ultimate in serviced apartment living
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onveniently situated within Harbour City,
Featuring 499 units, this upscale residential
Hong Kong’s most vibrant shopping
complex offers a wide range of apartment types,
mall in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui, the
each of which are tastefully decorated in a
Gateway Apartments offer a home away from
contemporary design. Each of the apartments
home experience in a prime city location.
are decorated to a high standard and the colour scheme features elegant creams, earthy browns
Located within the city’s most vibrant shopping
and black for an upscale feel.
mall, Harbour City, home to more than 600
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retailers, and within walking distance of the
The apartments are situated within two upscale
Star Ferry, MTR station, major five star hotels
towers, Sutton Court and Hampton Court, and
and some of Hong Kong’s most luxurious retail
are spread across 14 floors. Each of these fully
precincts, Residents have the whole city at their
furnished serviced apartments are generously
fingertips.
sized, with studio flats starting from 712 square
feet and the three-bedroom penthouses measuring in at a roomy 2,931 square feet. Delivering dazzling views of Hong Kong’s prestigious skyline across Victoria Harbour, the Gateway Apartments are decked out with floor-to-ceiling windows in the living and dining area so Residents can enjoy unparalleled views of the city and its famous skyline from the comfort of their own home. Features and amenities in all units include a home theatre system featuring more than 100 TV channels and free high speed wireless broadband connection. All kitchens are fully equipped with German-crafted cabinetry and the finest appliances to excite even the most serious chefs. The spacious bathrooms, meanwhile feature Kohler bathtubs and Duravit storage cabinets. The one-bedroom and study room apartments offer a fashionably designed dressing room with a study that can be converted into
The Pacific Club is home to an impressive range of
a guest room on request. Most grand of all are the Penthouses,
recreation facilities including a 25m heated indoor
which feature three bedrooms and a Jacuzzi for the ultimate in
swimming pool featuring floor-to-ceiling bay windows with
relaxation.
an adjacent sun deck and Jacuzzi. Separate spas for men and women feature saunas and steam rooms as well as
Services at the Gateway Apartments include daily housekeeping,
a full range of spa treatments. The Club will appeal to
concierge, round-the-clock security and maintenance services.
tennis fans, as it features five newly-renovated all-weather
Flexible contract terms from one month to 24 months are another
cushioned hard courts, three outdoor and two indoor that
attractive proposition from the Gateway.
are air conditioned for comfort. A gymnasium equipped with Technogym’s Kinesis System and Life Fitness cardio and
To further enrich this luxury living experience, Gateway
strength circuit equipment means Residents can keep fit
Apartments’ Residents also have access to the exclusive Pacific
without worrying about gym membership.
Club. Offering more 140,000 square feet of space, it offers a diverse range of dining options, including an Italian restaurant, an
The Club also offers supervised children’s playroom with
oyster and wine bar, ramen bar and grillroom.
mini sports, books, art supplies and electronic game centres. There is also a kid’s pool so members don’t have to worry about amusing the little ones. After a hard day at work, the Pacific Club is an excellent place to leave the hustle bustle behind and regain your inner calm.
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Live in the Center
OF COSMOPOLITAN COOL Taikoo Place Apartments
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Pacific Place Apartments
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Finding a serviced apartment that allows you to maintain your work-life balance is critical. It should provide convenient and easy access to work and allow you to indulge in the array of shopping, leisure and assorted activities that are integral to your lifestyle. Swire Properties has a couple of serviced apartment properties in its portfolio – Pacific Place Apartments and Taikoo Place Apartments both designed to meet your diversified lifestyle requirements.
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Taikoo Place Apartments
Find Your Place in the Heart of the City Pacific Place Apartments is an integral part of Pacific Place, a worldfamous integrated shopping complex which has been recognized by the influential design publication, Architectural Digest, as being one of the most innovatively designed shopping destinations in the world. There are also three five-star hotels, a premium luxury hotel and three grade-A office towers located here. The area’s chic boutiques and myriad of restaurants are sure to satisfy your lifestyle requirements. From this luxury residence, it’s just a few minutes’ walk to the nearby Admiralty MTR station, one of the city’s major transportation hubs. Adjacent to these apartments, Hong Kong Park is an eight-hectare oasis filled with lush greenery and shaded paths, as well as an aviary.
a cosmopolitan flair thanks to intelligently designed units tailored for professionals with discerning tastes. Its homes include studios, oneand two-bedroom apartments, and elegant penthouses — each
Just down the road is Quarry Bay, home of the Taikoo Place Apartments in Taikoo Place. Surrounded by a vibrant fusion of commerce and culture, the area features prime commercial spaces, authentic outdoor eateries and cafes, elite bars, inspiring artworks and cultural events, all within convenient walking distance. Nearby is Hong Kong Island’s largest shopping destination, Cityplaza, encompassing over 170 branded shopping and dining outlets, supermarkets, a cinema and much more. adjacent to two MTR stations which provide easy access to the rest of Hong Kong. Taikoo Place Apartments’ residents can also enjoy the natural beauty of Quarry Bay including the harbourfront Quarry Bay Park and promenade, as well as neighboring mountains abundant with walking trails.
distinguished by intuitive design features and immaculate finishes. These residences are instantly inviting and effortlessly chic. Each apartment is bathed in natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows. The open kitchen and workspaces are crafted for maximum functionality, while the living and dining areas are spacious and welcoming. Each bedroom is a sanctuary for rest, complete with fabric-paneled walls and comfortable beds.
Enjoy Exquisite Service and a Premium Lifestyle Swire is considered the gold standard in serviced apartments in Hong Kong because of its attentive and thoughtful staff. Both residences feature immaculately trained service personnel who understand your lifestyle and preferences. There is a 24-hour concierge team and a full range of housekeeping
Define Your Style with Refined Elegance Both Pacific Place Apartments and Taikoo Place Apartments provide the highest standards of quality to meet the different lifestyle requirements of their residents.
services to keep your home spotlessly clean and well maintained. Residents of Pacific Place Apartments enjoy complimentary membership at the adjoining Conrad Hong Kong, including an
Pacific Place Apartments comprises 270 fully-serviced suites with generously sized, intelligently proportioned layouts and the potential for any degree of personalization. It offers a choice of exquisite one-, two- or three-bedroom suites ranging from 1,220 to 2,650 sq. ft. and can be furnished with Contemporary or Oriental design themes. The Taikoo Place Apartments speak of contemporary comfort and Taikoo Place Apartments
outdoor swimming pool and a fully equipped 24-hour fitness center with sauna and steam room. Managed alongside Pacific Place Apartments, Taikoo Place Apartments also offers exceptional service and amenities. Residents indulge in a premium lifestyle experience, including an exclusive clubhouse complete with two spas and a gym, in addition to a deluxe three-floor restaurant managed by the acclaimed Swire Hotels. At the end of a busy day, your serviced apartment is your sanctuary, your oasis in the heart of this bustling city. Your home. Swire Properties offers a unique tailor-made living experience that caters to your various lifestyle needs. Enquiries: (852) 2844 8361 Pacific Place Apartments Taikoo Place Apartments Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Taikoo Place, 23 Tong Chong Street, Hong Kong Quarry Bay, Hong Kong www.taikooplaceapartments.com.hk www.pacificplaceapartments.com.hk
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DEFINING
GLOBAL LIVING
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hen you stay at one of the Ascott’s
luxury
experiences possible.
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It’s little wonder that Ascott is a world leader
prepare to feel right at home
in providing its guests with first-class service
every day while discovering your new city.
and memorable times. It has over 30 years’
With centrally located properties sited among
experience and expertise in managing award-
the world’s most bustling metropolises and
winning serviced residences worldwide since it
neighborhoods, each of Ascott’s residences
began as a single international class serviced
provide top-tier comfort and convenience
residence in Singapore in 1984.
apartments
or
for intrepid travelers like you pursuing work-
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related or leisurely commitments. Each of its
Ascott has a number of properties strategically
more than 300 properties puts you just a few
located on Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon
steps from the sights and sounds of must-visit
Peninsula that are sure to meet your travel and
attractions and experiences, making it easy to
leisure destination requirements for both short
combine your work plans with the best living
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Hotel Pravo Hong Kong No. 10 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon In the core of the bustling city, Hotel Pravo Hong Kong offers travelers an oasis. It’s rooms and suites provide a distinctive dash of style and come with amenities and services that will enhance any business or leisure stay with tasteful design and comfort. Choose from a choice of five sleek and design-themed rooms – dark, light, feminine, masculine and luxury - for one that is best suited for your travel needs. Each hotel room is fitted with a sumptuous queen-sized bed, free mini-bar with daily refreshment and free 4G Wifi.
Citadines Harbourview Hong Kong No. 138 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong Citadines Harbourview Hong Kong in vibrant Sai Ying Pun offers 52 spacious 1-bedroom apartments - all measuring 93 sq. m. Each unit comes with a king-sized bed (6ft x 6ft) facing waterfront view. Relax with a 42-inch LCD television with satellite and cable channels, and a DVD player that will add to your entertainment needs. The apart’hotel is conveniently close to public transport, but you won’t have to go far to experience the multiplicity of Hong Kong. It’s a short tram ride away to the heart of busy Central district, so when you stay at Citadines Harbourview Hong Kong you are never far away from both traditional customs and the
Located right in the hubbub of Hong Kong’s busiest and trendiest shopping strip, Hotel Pravo Hong Kong does not know a dull night. There is a smattering of restaurants, cafes and bars lie at the doorstep of the hotel. For local cuisine, head two minutes around the block where you’ll join locals enjoying local delicacies. Enjoy Ascott’s Best Rate Guarantee when you book direct at www.the-ascott.com. Register as an Ascott Online Advantage Member to enjoy extra 10% off. Tel: (852) 2723 2808 Email: enquiry.hongkong@the-ascott.com
modern city.
Citadines Mercer Hong Kong No. 29 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Experience a touch of East and West on Hong Kong Island in Sheung Wan’s labyrinth of food and retail shops, both traditional and new. A short stroll away is the financial district of Central, connecting you to prime CBD offices such as The Center, IFC and Exchange Square. When the sun sets, head over to Lan Kwai Fong and SOHO just steps away to experience the nightlife splendor of Hong Kong. We guarantee that one tipple is never enough. Citadines Mercer Hong Kong is conveniently located within a transport hub that connects the Hong Kong-Macau Ferry Terminal, Airport Express Hong Kong Station and Sheung Wan MTR Station, providing you with the perfect starting point for a visit of any nature.
Somerset Victoria Park Hong Kong No. 118 Electric Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Gourmet lovers can rejoice at the splendid array of local delights, boutique cafes and international cuisine right outside the hotel in trendy Tin Hau. Just a stone’s throw from your hotel is Tai Hang, with its intriguing mix of restaurants, bars and boutique retail. Somerset Victoria Park Hong Kong offers travelers 68 cozy studio and 1-bedroom serviced apartments amongst this culinary haven. A host of shopping malls are only minutes away by MTR, tram or taxi, such as Times Square, Lee Gardens, Hysan Place and Paterson Street in nearby Causeway Bay.
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ong Kong, as one of the top financial world centers, as well as the bridge between Mainland and global economy, is a melting pot of business cultures, with international corporations, investment banks and professionals from different countries. As such, there is an increasing demand for cross-border and multinational office spaces.
long-term rent.
Nowadays, no matter what field you are in or what role you play – many of the job nature needs you to work on the move and meet clients. Thus, the modern workplace has evolved and the office is no longer defined by a particular space or furniture, but rather wherever workers and their technology happen to be.
According to related research statistics, over 72% business workers agree that open workspace can enhance communication, among them 86% thinks that semi-open office is the best for focus, thus raising work efficiency.
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In Hong Kong, there is a variety of traditional office buildings that cater to the different sizes of enterprise. Some globallyacclaimed business centers have also set foot here, providing well-equipped private and open offices, meeting rooms and multifunctional workspaces for short-term and
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Flexible in terms of budgets, time and needs, you can take an office for one person or a whole team, for a day, week, month or as many years as needed. The communal area of these workspaces might as well foster exchange of ideas and communication between clients, creating business opportunities.
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In Hong Kong, Regus has 17 professional business centers readily available at prime locations, including Sheung Wan, Central, Wanchai, Causeway Bay, Quarry Bay, TST, Kowloon West, Mongkok and Kwun Tong. The latest centre is located at Windsor House, Causeway Bay. To fully utilize Regus’ comprehensive business services, you can join its exclusive membership scheme – Businessworld which offers privileged access for mobile workers to more than 2000 Regus Business Lounges globally, and all the world-class facilities and supports, plus complimentary WiFi and coffee are provided. With exclusive offer to Regus customer, serviced office tenants would be entitled to complimentary Regus BusinessWorld Gold Membership which gives you unlimited access to Regus business lounges across the globe and enjoy special discount on Regus products. User-friendly and convenient, tying multiple services together in one simple price, Regus let customers to work exactly how and where they want to, whether it is a mile from home or 10,000 miles away.
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