Shenzhen's stunning drone show kicks off National Day celebrations On the evening of September 26, Shenzhen hosted a spectacular drone show themed "City of Sky, Maybe Shenzhen" above Shenzhen Bay Park. A total of 10,197 drones took to the sky simultaneously, setting two Guinness World Records: "The most multirotor/drones airborne simultaneously from a single computer (outdoors)" and "The largest aerial image formed by multirotors/drones". The drone light show was a breathtaking spectacle. A vast array of drones came together to form a stunning starry sky, making the audience feel as though they were floating in an endless universe. What truly amazed the crowd was the sight of a floating "Sky City" materializing in midair, intertwined with iconic Shenzhen elements like the ...
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Celebrating the most outstanding hotels, MICHELIN Keys represent the pinnacle of hospitality As the most recognised luxury hotel brand in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand’s first-ever hotel selection, four Anantara properties were presented with Keys including: Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort: Two Key Distinction, Anantara Siam Bangkok Hotel: One Key Distinction, Anantara Hua Hin Resort: One Key Distinction, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort: One Key Distinction Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, has announced that four of the brand’s iconic properties have been recognised in the global ranking of the MICHELIN Guide Thailand, where Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort was bestowed the MICHELIN Two K...
Read MorePhulay Bay honoured with Three Keys in the inaugural MICHELIN Hotel Guide for Thailand
This ultra-luxurious sanctuary in Krabi was included in an exclusive group of eight properties to achieve the highest accolade, placing it among the world’s finest hotels and resorts Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the ultra-luxurious sanctuary on the serene shores of the Andaman Sea, has been affirmed as one of the world’s most extraordinary places to stay after it was awarded with three MICHELIN Keys in the MICHELIN Guide’s first-ever selection of outstanding hotels and resorts in Thailand. The inaugural MICHELIN Key awards were based on the results of anonymous stays or visits by the team of Michelin Inspectors. Only eight properties across the entire kingdom were presented with three Keys, which positions Phulay Bay at the very pinnacle of the hospitality industry. ...
Read MoreA new All inclusive strategy marks a new beginning for tourism in Copenhagen Tourism accounts for nearly 8 per cent of global CO2 emissions, and with the number of international arrivals predicted to reach 1.8 billion by 2030, action is more important than ever. Copenhagen launches a new tourism strategy including an ambitious climate roadmap and calls on the industry to change its course. This year's World Tourism Day marks a new beginning for tourism in Copenhagen. With its new strategy All inclusive, Copenhagen redefines an outdated and passive form of travel to an active and conscious approach. The future of all-inclusive tourism is not just a ticket to relaxation but a shared responsibility among the industry and guests. "When we m...
Read MoreAmora Hotels & Resorts attracts the jet-setters of today with experiential lifestyle offerings such as the newly launched Brooksy in Sydney Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney’s newly-launched Brooksy makes its mark in the city’s vibrant food and drink scene by redefining the hotel lounge experience. As part of Amora Hotels & Resorts’ strategy to blend progressive hospitality with bold F&B innovations, Brooksy epitomises a new era where business acumen meets creative execution. The strategic launch of Brooksy not only enhances the group's portfolio of innovative lifestyle offerings but also sets a precedent for hotel lounges aspiring to transcend conventional offerings and deliver unique, memorable guest experiences rooted in efficiency and elegance. A Speakeasy Concept wi...
Read MoreWORLD FIRST: Base jump from Heli and swoop to surf world’s longest artificial wave
Red Bull Wingsuiter Sebastián Álvarez makes history by transitioning from one super adventure to another Chilean wingsuit flyer Sebastián Álvarez has made history by successfully transitioning from a BASE jump to a parachute swoop and into surfing the world's longest artificial wave at Surf Abu Dhabi. With a modified surfboard attached to his feet, Álvarez leaped from a Bell helicopter at 3,657 meters (12,000 feet) over Hudayriyat Island. He 'sky-surfed' down, expertly swooping with his parachute to line up with the wave before cutting away the chute to land precisely on a 2.3-meter (7.5-foot) wave produced by the world's most advanced artificial wave technology. Sebastian Alvarez performs during Red Bull Skydive Into a Wave, at Surf Abu Dhabi, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab...
Read MoreSixty-year-old British adventurer Neil Laughton has set a new record for the highest-altitude cycle ride after pedalling a fold-up bike on top of a 7,246-metre Nepalese peak. Laughton, a former Royal Marine Commando, rode and carried his Brompton bike to the snowbound summit of Putha Huinchuli over several days alongside Sherpa Nima Kanchla. Neil Laughton and his Nepali climbing partner Sirdar Nima Kanchha Sherpa at the summit of a Himalayan mountain. He then completed a short cycle ride to beat the previous world record set at 7,211 metres in 2009. "To get the Guinness World Record I had to cycle 20 metres (at the highest point)," Laughton told Cycling Weekly. "At the top there was lots of deep snow so it was hard to get any great momentum particularly while we were near t...
Read MoreDeepening the airline’s North America presence and strengthening Hong Kong’s transpacific connectivity Cathay Pacific is further expanding its North America network with the launch of non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) for the very first time. The new service, scheduled to commence on 24 April 2025, marks Cathay Pacific’s sixth passenger destination in the United States and eighth in North America, further reinforcing the airline’s presence on the continent while bolstering the global connectivity of its home hub, Hong Kong. Cathay Group Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau said: “With our unique position of having deep roots in Hong Kong, being proudly part of China, and connecting the world, Cathay continues to build H...
Read MoreThink Maldives and it might conjure up images of pristine water and white powdery beach. Some resorts are redefining beach getaways for families looking to reconnect with a blend of adventure and relaxation. Across three island properties of AAA Hotels & Resorts – Medhufushi Island Resort, Filitheyo Island Resort, and Hondaafushi Island Resort – there are enough activities and experiences to keep every member entertained and engaged. Family fun at its best Each resort is nestled on a lush tropical island, offering a paradise for beach lovers. Families can spend their days building sandcastles, splashing in the turquoise waters, and exploring the vast house reefs teeming with marine life. Hondaafushi Island Resort, located in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll, is renowned for its extensiv...
Read MoreFall is back, and bringing with it jack-o'-lanterns, football, pumpkin spice everything and — in some parts of the US — especially vibrant foliage. Leaves around the northern U.S. are starting to turn orange, yellow and red, inspiring legions of leaf lovers to hop in their cars and travel to the countryside for the best look at fall’s fireworks. Leaf peeping — the act of traveling to witness nature’s annual kaleidoscope — contributes billions of dollars to the economy, especially in New England and New York. But this year, some of the most colorful displays could be in the Midwest. AccuWeather, the commercial forecasting service, said in early September that it expects especially vibrant foliage in states such as Michigan and Illinois. The service also said powe...
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