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C O N T E N T S November 2022
04| Pramana Watu Kurung 06| Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort and Spa Bali 07| Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort 08| Ascott Makati 09| Cauayan Island Resort 10|
Aki Hong Kong - MGallery
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Grand Mercure Phuket Patong Resort and Villas
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Bay Villas Koh Phangan
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Conrad Osaka
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Radisson Blu Guwahati
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SO/ Auckland
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Le Jadis Beach Resort and Wellness Mauritius
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Constance Ephelia Seychelles
20| Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel & Spa 21|
Jareed Hotel
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KPM Hotel & Residences
24| Neues Schloss Privat Hotel Zurich, Autograph Collection 25|
Grand Hotel Thalasso & Spa Loreamar
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LUA Resort ***** Balatonfüred
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Fairmont Quasar Istanbul
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Hilton Bursa Convention Center & Spa
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Village Heights Resort
30| Castel Hörtenberg 31|
LUMEN Hotel & The Lisbon Light Show
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Pramana Watu Kurung Bali - INDONESIA Sheltered within a Balinese village that is poised above the Ayung River valley in Kedewatan Ubud, Pramana Watu Kurung is an elegant resort designed to honour Indonesia’s rich artistic heritage. It features a collection of handcrafted Javanese wooden joglos that have been cleverly repurposed to create 18 well-appointed guest suites and villas. Through its use of natural materials, Pramana Watu Kurung is bonded to the surrounding environment and gives the impression that it has always been part of the local village. The resort is a place where travellers can slow right down and experience the harmony of Balinese life in all its simplistic glory.
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Munduk Moding Plantation Nature Resort and Spa Bali Bali - INDONESIA Munduk Moding Plantation (MMP) is where Bali’s skies blend with the water of the infinity pool, the Bali Sea and the towering volcanoes in Java. Where nature creates art. Incomparable views serenaded by birdsong and a choir of crickets. A hideaway nestled in a working coffee plantation surrounded by jungle. Here the real Bali is alive. Designed by award winning Bali architects, Popo Danes and Era Anastasia, the villas and suites at Munduk Moding Plantation (MMP) marry key features of Balinese architecture with a modernist tradition, adapted to the environment of this hill station. Munduk Moding Plantation (MMP) is a hideaway for those who are looking for something different. Surrounded by tropical forest, it is an Eco-Luxury Nature Resort and Spa located in North Bali which offers stunning views, luxury comfort, and intimacy.
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Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort
ASIA
Bai - INDONESIA
As the waves ripple gently to Bali’s southern shore in Nusa Dua, it washes over the bed of a whitesand beach overlooking the luxurious five-star beachfront sanctuary, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort. The multi-award-winning resort stands elegantly facing the Indian Ocean with its enormous range of facilities, from its 413 rooms including 22 suites and 18 villas, lagoon pools, tropical gardens, wellness, kids’ entertainment, 24 function venues, and various dining facilities.
Located in the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation complex of Nusa Dua, one of the island’s most affluent addresses, the resort is within 10-minute drive from Bali’s I Gusti Ngurah Rai International airport.
The resort is a lavish and sophisticated beachfront retreat offering the height of tropical luxury. Boasting superior views of the shimmering sea, indulge in a savant mix of chic world class facilities, French elegance, and authentic Balinese charm. Resort guests are able to relax in the pool, get active at SoFIT – the state-of the-art fitness centre equipped with a range of innovative activities and embark on the journey to relaxation at SoSPA with a selection of the best and most effective treatments.
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Ascott Makati Makati - PHILIPPINES
Ascott Makati, one of the properties of The Ascott Limited in the Philippines, is a stone’s throw away from some of Makati’s highlights: the shopping hub of Ayala Center and central corporate offices along Ayala Avenue. The property features 362 well-appointed apartments that include studios, one- to three-bedroom residences, and elegant penthouses. Each apartment offers spacious living and dining areas, designer interiors, luxurious fittings, fully equipped modern kitchens, home entertainment systems, and WiFi. Guests can unwind in the outdoor pool, play a round of tennis, or exercise in the fully equipped fitness centre. Ascott Makati’s understated luxury, visible in its elegant art installations, makes an impactful statement that blends perfectly with the space as it meets contemporary design; resulting in a world-class residence with an ambiance that is stylish, sleek, and sophisticated, yet warm and inviting at the same time.
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Cauayan Island Resort El Nido - PHILIPPINES Cauayan Island Resort is a luxury resort that embodies the pristine beauty of its natural surroundings and first-class personalized services. Escape to a paradise of tranquility and haven of comfort. An exclusive island resort nestled between cliffs, overlooking the Bacuit Bay. They offer 29 spacious and stylish villas inspired by Asian and western elegance designed to bestow comfort and perfect bliss. There’s no shortage of things to do during guests stay. Aside from taking a dip in our infinity pool with the panoramic view of beach, it is perfect for kayaking and snorkeling as it is surrounded by rich and colorful marine life. Guests can enjoy the afternoon watching the sunset sets from the horizon at the view deck from their two trekking sites with an eagle view of the island.
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Aki Hong Kong - MGallery Hong Kong - CHINA
AKI Hong Kong – MGallery is an elegant and stylish new gem, hidden in the heart of the vibrant and historic Wan Chai district close to Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre and it is just a 3-minute walk from MTR station. The lively Causeway Bay shopping district is also just a short stroll away. 173 contemporary Asian guest rooms are thoughtfully designed for smart living in a stylish minimalist aesthetic. With light natural wood tones and artful mood lighting, each room evokes a calming environment to make guests feel immediately at home. The hotel features the first Japanese-style tatami rooms in Hong Kong, with luxurious mattresses on the floor. Japanese-inspired all-day-dining restaurant TANGRAM, Uncle Ming’s Whiskey Bar on 25th floor, the co-work style Lobby Lounge and 24-hr gymnasium are there to provide a full-service experience.
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Grand Mercure Phuket Patong Resort and Villas Phuket - THAILAND Grand Mercure Phuket Patong Resort & Villas, the perfect oasis in Patong, is located within walking distance of Patong’s nightlife and the Andaman Sea, a hidden and serene hideaway founded upon the grand tradition of Thai hospitality. The hotel represents a new generation of retreats that combines natural beauty and cultural heritage. Grand Mercure Phuket Patong Resort & Villas features 314 units including 252 Superior Rooms, 38 Deluxe Pool Access Rooms, 10 Suites, 10 One Bedroom Pool Villas and four Two Bedroom Pool Villas. The hotel is ideally suited to young travellers, families and friends looking to spend quality time together in the heart and soul of Patong.
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Bay Villas Koh Phangan Koh Phangan- THAILAND
Nestled high above Haad Salad Bay and overlooking the pristine sea and lush palm trees. Bay Villas Koh Phangan offers a distinct quality of villas and services. Their constant attention to detail is unmatched in the Gulf of Thailand and they will to strive for excellence, to provide you with a perfect stay. The villas are open on a sundeck, with an infinity pool and superb views of the bay of Haad Salad. Bay Villas is the place for energetic sunrises and chilled out sunsets in luxury and style. A place where inside and outside living areas offer equal comfort.
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Conrad Osaka
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Osaka - JAPAN
Exuding modern chic style infused with traditional Japanese elements, Conrad Osaka “Your Address in the Sky” is located in the West Tower of the Nakanoshima Festival complex which also houses an art museum, a concert hall and a plethora of shopping and dining options. Directly connected to the subway station, and within walking distance of Osaka central stations, the hotel also offers convenient access to Kansai International Airport. Both Umeda and Namba are close by for the best shopping, food and culture. Kyoto is also only 15mins away by bullet train from Shin-Osak.
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Radisson Blu Guwahati Guwahati - INDIA
Radisson Blu Hotel offers stunning views of Deepor Beel Bird Sanctuary, a permanent freshwater lake and is a sanctuary to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Radisson Blu Hotel Guwahati offers 196 stylish and generously-sized rooms and suites. The hotel features Business Class rooms with productivity enhancing facilities, such as ergonomically designed workstations and in-room tea and coffee maker. Guests staying on Business Class floors have complimentary access to the Lounge. Other recreational facilities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a spa and a fitness center. Dining options at the hotel include five eclectic food and beverage outlets. Radisson Blu Hotel Guwahati recreates the definition of the term “comfort” and takes it to a whole new level in the north eastern part of the country. An elegantly designed contemporary hotel, it is an ideal destination for business and leisure travelers alike.
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AUSTRALIA & OCEANIA
SO/ Auckland
Auckland - NEW ZEALAND SO/ Auckland brings avant-garde design, fashion and glamour to the heart of Auckland City. Unique moments wait for you in this iconic luxury designer hotel, curated for locals and world travellers alike. The guest rooms are designed masterpieces with modern technologies, with a complimentary non-alcoholic minibar to keep you satisfied - perfect for both leisure and business. Harbour Society restaurant serves reimagined Asian-inspired dishes with exceptional views of the Waitemata Harbour and Auckland skyline. Javalab Café blends the art of French patisserie with artisan coffee. Enjoy stunning cocktails and live music at Auckland’s glamorous HI-SO rooftop bar – the place to be seen! Discover luxurious collection of facials, treatments and rituals brought to life by the wellness experts at SO Spa. Designed by Skin Regimen and Comfort Zone, you will find yourself rebalanced, re-energized and empowered.
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INDIAN OCEAN
Le Jadis Beach Resort and Wellness Mauritius Balaclava - MAURITIUS Hidden away in a secluded cove in Turtle Bay, Le Jadis Beach Resort & Wellness is an idyllic tropical escape to indulge in a most exceptional 5-star boutique resort experience. With thatched roofs to rustic stone walls, the resort is the epitome of tropical rustic luxury. Featuring 54 stylish suites and an Imperial Beach Villa, every suite is decorated tastefully with classy furniture and artistic detailing, complete with a thoughtful collection of amenities, including private infinity pools in the suites leading to designer bathrooms with stone crafted tubs, and some additionally with private hammams and Jacuzzis. The resort also features an award-winning Spa & Wellness with a unique multi-jets hydrotherapy pool, thermotherapy (rainmist, sauna & hammam) including beach yoga and wellness retreats; enchanting dining in spectacular alfresco settings; world-class conference facilities; as well as exhilarating experiences on tranquil lagoon from water-skiing, kayaking to catamaran trips. Le Jadis is the answer to your ultimate quest for a serene tropical lifestyle and a complete wellness immersion.
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INDIAN OCEAN
Constance Ephelia Seychelles Mahé - SEYCHELLES
Situated on two of the most beautiful beaches on the island of Mahé, overlooking the marine national park of Port Launay, Constance Ephelia enjoys a unique location set within 120 hectares of land with luxuriant and rare vegetation. Spacious contemporary accommodations surrounded by lush landscape and scintillating lagoons, a beautiful spa village to revive your senses; choose from one of the 42 Tropical Garden View Rooms, 184 Junior Suites, 40 Senior Suites, 22 Family Villas, 16 Beach Villas, 8 Hillside Villas and the unique Presidential Villa. All suites and villas are spaciously designed and stylishly decorated with breathtaking views on either the luxuriant garden or partial view of the Indian Ocean. Choose an accommodation that suits your needs, whether it’s one of the magnificent Junior Suites or the unique Presidential Villa. Feast on delicious dishes and cocktails while marveling at the deep blue of the Indian Ocean with a private dinner on the beach or in one of the restaurants. For a truly pampering moment, choose from a canopy of treatments at the Constance Spa while your kids are having their share of adventures and fun at Constance Kids Club.
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AFRICA
Auberge Burgundy Boutique Hotel & Spa Hermanus - SOUTH AFRICA
Auberge Burgundy is a charming Provençal-style boutique hotel, centrally located on the seafront promenade of Hermanus, overlooking the picturesque Old Harbour and spectacular Walker Bay, famous for its natural beauty and whale watching. This family-owned boutique hotel boasts 19 rooms, a terraced garden, an outdoor swimming pool and more recently a petite spa with hammam. They have an on-site bistro named Frances, after Professor Gonin who resided where the hotel is now, where breakfast is taken. The focus is on ingredients from the artisans and small farms in the area. At the Auberge the focus is on creating a memorable experience for their guests, from personalised touches in the rooms to creating bespoke events and tours.
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Jareed Hotel
MIDDLE EAST
Riyadh - SAUDI ARABIA
Within the heart of Saudi Arabia’s shimmering capital, your urban oasis awaits. Step into luxury defined on your own terms. Here, they transcend hospitality and illuminate new heights for living your best life. Bespoke service. Sublime design. The Jareed Experience. Jareed is Saudi Arabia’s premier luxury boutique hotel, distinguished by its 5-star bespoke guest experience, dazzling interiors, and exclusively curated events. Jareed is rooted in authentic Arab hospitality, designed to ensure that every guest feels uniquely cared for. With world-class dining, sumptuous social spaces, and luxurious amenities, guests will feel like they never want to leave. Jareed’s exquisite modern decor merges warmth and elegance, ensuring guests feel inspired and well-rested for every moment of their stay. Immaculately designed with the guest’s needs in mind, their spacious rooms and suites overlook the iconic Boulevard, offering an unforgettable view of the Riyadh skyline.
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KPM Hotel & Residences Berlin - GERMANY KPM Hotel & Residences is nestled between the heritage complex of buildings belonging to the legendary Royal Porcelain Manufactory Berlin and the deep urban green of Tiergarten park. The idea behind it all: 250 years of design history in modern adaptation, culminating in an innovative hotel concept for exclusive demands. KPM Hotel & Residences unites a maximum of comfort and cosiness with a clear individual design signature. A retreat with a contemporary flair! Above and beyond all conformism, the rooms will surprise with their sheer variety of sophisticated design. Then there’s the comprehensive service from the attentive staff, as well as several additional amenities, all of which are oriented to the needs of the guests in Germany’s capital. KPM Hotel & Residences offers the essentials in perfection.
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Neues Schloss Privat Hotel Zurich, Autograph Collection Zürich - SWITZERLAND Set in the heart of Manchester, Hotel Gotham is known as ‘The King of King Street’. It’s one of the city’s grandest buildings, designed by iconic architect Edwin Lutyens. Decadence, luxury, and style are the trademarks. Gotham is a home to Club Brass, a prohibition-style Private Members Club on the seventh floor with stunning rooftop terraces. Club Brass is exclusive to members and residents and offers delightful cocktails and spectacular views of the city. Hotel Gotham offers a two Rosette standard dining in its Honey Restaurant. The 60 Rooms and Suites exude opulence. Everything you see and touch is designed to make you sigh with satisfaction. Hotel Gotham offers Bentley Chauffeur service. Hotel Gotham are home to Super Car Club Auto Vivendi, and to Hollywood’s trusted skin care experts, Face Place.
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Grand Hotel Thalasso & Spa Loreamar Saint-Jean-de-Luz - FRANCE
The Grand Hôtel Thalasso & Spa, a 5-star hotel, located in the South-West of France, has 52 rooms and suites, a gourmet restaurant L’Aho Fina, and a Thalassotherapy Spa Loreamar. Faced on the beach with the only view of the Atlantic Ocean, Loreamar Thalasso & Spa has 1000m² of spaces dedicated to relaxation and well-being. It is an exceptional and unique universe. Intimate, elegant and on a human scale, this Thalasso Spa offers tailor-made treatments, personalized and adapted to the needs and desires of its guests. The heated indoor seawater swimming pool offers a view of the ocean, giving the whole a rare atmosphere. A place conducive to letting go where treatment programs are developed by therapeutic experts, thus reserving you the best in terms of fitness and well-being.
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LUA Resort ***** Balatonfüred Balatonfüred - HUNGARY
Central Europe’s largest lake offers unmissable experiences all-year-round. Every summer, the nearly 600 km2 lake warms up easily, with its gradual depth attractive to those wishing to splash around. At LUA Resort, Balatonfüred’s new 5-star adults-only hotel with 78 rooms, welfare is combined with well-being. Thanks to its sailing harbour, the contemporary building with its clean, excitingly elegant, natural design lines enjoys unrivalled waterfront facilities. The exclusive services and programmes are designed around a complex philosophy; gastronomic concept under the professional guidance of István Pesti, smoke-themed NOON Bar with handcrafted cocktails, the largest selection of rum in Balaton, world famous Omorovicza spa and wellness treatments, Sun Lounge & Champagne Terrace built on the waters of Lake Balaton. From summer 2023, our hotel will have a rooftop bar and an even more fantastic view of Lake Balaton. Adult retreats and personalised services are available to our guests in a luxurious setting.
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Fairmont Quasar Istanbul
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Istanbul - TURKEY
At the heart of the timeless city of Istanbul, overlooking the swift blue waters of the Bosphorus, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul brings a uniquely contemporary interpretation of traditional Turkish hospitality, along with luxurious rooms and suites, authentic and international culinary experiences and world famous Willow Stream Spa. Set on the site of the 1930’s Robert Mallet Stevens’ designed Art Deco liquor factory and masterminded by US-based design firm Wilson Associates, the design brings Istanbul’s storied history and modern lifestyle together. Fairmont Quasar Istanbul boasts of a modern luxury approach taking contemporary art into center to provide a unique guest experience with the Flow Art Collection and Fuse with Istanbul street art project. As soon as you step in, Fairmont Quasar Istanbul takes you above and beyond the crowds and hectic city life, figuratively and literally.
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Village Heights Resort Crete - GREECE
Village Heights offers a carefully curated selection of onsite and destination experiences to remember – a unique combination of localized flair and understated luxury. At the heart of the generous Cretan nature with breath-taking views of the countryside, Village Heights Resort promises elegant and private family-friendly accommodations, an exhilarating 18-hole golf course at the nearby Crete Golf Club, indulgent spa treatments and warm and attentive service. Village Heights Resort have so much to offer, from mouth-watering food and local drinks to island tour adventures, wildlife watching, fascinating historical sites and artisan producers. Village Heights Resort offers a wide range of activities for guests, related to the sustainable mode of action, in order to highlight the destination and promote an eco-friendlier travel experience.
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Castel Hörtenberg
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Bolzano - ITALY
In an enchanted corner of Bolzano’s historic center stands proudly an imposing Renaissance castle. Surrounded by four tall towers, at first glance Hörtenberg Castle appears as if it were out of time: an enchanting oasis of peace just a few minutes’ walk from the bustling city center. In its large contemplative garden, the magnificent manor enjoys its newfound beauty and function. The first guest house built in the historic center of Bolzano within the walls of an ancient castle, it is an exclusive buen retiro that has nothing to envy of the best five-star hotels: the 21 suites spread over four floors exceed all expectations! With mature trees, flowering shrubs, classicist sculptures, hidden nooks and crannies, and a stunning heated swimming pool, the garden is home to other elegant suites built within a newly designed pavilion with a modern, streamlined style, gracefully integrated into the architectural whole. What more could you want? In an atmosphere of exclusive privacy, the castle offers a service personalized and genuine hospitality: the management is a discreet presence that welcomes with dedication while leaving maximum freedom of movement. Today Hörtenberg Castle is a modern place, full of life, where exclusive comfort, aesthetic sensitivity and excellent service meet. A place where there is no place for nostalgic sentimentality, but where the present is lived - in its most beautiful form.
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LUMEN Hotel & The Lisbon Light Show Lisbon- PORTUGAL
Located in the heart of the city, the Lumen Hotel promises to honor the famous Light of Lisbon, invading those who visit it with sensations. Inaugurated in 2021, this 4-star superior is the first hotel in Portugal to offer an immersive experience of light, through a video mapping show that introduces Lisbon to all the guests. All rooms are equipped with the latest technology (such as tablets and USB sockets) and extra wide beds to provide guests with the greatest comfort. The Clorofila restaurant, the rooftop pool (seasonal - closed from November 1st to April 30th), the gym, meeting rooms and co-working spaces complete the offer.
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