Following the re-opening of the famous Thai island for international tourists, Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort now has something more to celebrate. Its unique dining concept, Tree Tops Sky Dining and Bar has won the 2021 Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator Magazine. Applicants for these prestigious awards were asked to present a complete wine list, including vintages, appellations, and full producer names. This award is presented to restaurants with well-selected lists that not only highlight quality producers but also fit with the restaurant’s menu and theme in terms of price and style. Diners at Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar can choose from an extensive wine list of 170 labels from 13 countries. Connoisseurs can delve into a desirable selection from the New and Old...
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Anantara Chiang Mai’s restaurant gets Wine Spectator Magazine’s 2021 Award of Excellence The 2021 Wine Spectator Awards has recognized Anantara Chiang Mai Resort’s Service 1921 Restaurant and Bar’s diversity and sophistication of their cellar collection by winning the 2021 Award of Excellence. These prestigious awards acknowledge the best destinations from around the world for wine aficionados and self-confessed oenophiles seeking an elevated wine experience. Spy themed The Service 1921 Restaurant and Bar continues to delight diners and wine connoisseurs from around the world by winning its fifth consecutive Wine Spectator Magazine Award of Excellence. Applicants for these prestigious awards are asked to present a complete wine list, including vintages, appellations, and full...
Read MoreMarrying world-class expertise with indigenous wellness culture and breathtaking scenery, The Royal Livingstone Hotel by Anantara in Zambia will be the location for a holistic wellness retreat from 19-22 August 2021. Set along the banks of the mighty Zambezi River, in full view of the spray of the Victoria Falls, guests can expect a retreat that will nourish both mind and body in a naturally serene outdoor environment, with daily Vinyasa yoga and meditation sessions conducted on the Royal deck overlooking the Zambezi. The retreat will be conducted by Stuart Kirton of Cape Town’s Yo Yoga Studio. Stuart has been instructing classes since 2003 in a multitude of styles such as Ashtanga, Hot 26, Restorative and Vinyasa yoga. Originally trained and certified in London through the Shad...
Read MoreWhile we wait patiently for travel to resume around the world, one can’t help to ponder the need to get out and get fresh air, whether you prefer a walk in the park or meandering across the deserts. Here are five must-do hiking routes from Busan to Dubai that should reignite your bucket list and dust off those boots and hit a trail wherever you are in the world. When you can roam the world freely again, where will you go? Beautiful far-flung beaches, medieval towns with storybook castles or your own backyard that is just waiting to be rediscovered? If you are craving exercise and fresh air with a side serving of the best views on the planet after months cooped up indoors, consider striking out into the wilderness and going on a hike. Suitable for both experienced outdoor enthusiasts...
Read MoreAvani Hotels announces the opening of Avani Seminyak Resort in Bali, the brand’s first property in Indonesia. Centrally located in the heart of Seminyak, the resort is just a short walk away from the area’s stylish beach hub and renowned nightlife. With 21 brand new residence-style accommodations and 16 private pool villas, visitors will have the ideal stay, no matter how long their Bali journey. Seminyak attracts travellers from near and far. This lively area, brimming with creative energy from inspiring art galleries to stylish restaurants and trendsetting bars, is just steps from the resort. Avani Seminyak is also only 10 minutes’ walk to the renowned surf of Seminyak beach, 30 minutes from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), and approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the Balin...
Read MoreFirst Hotel chain in the world to receive PLATINUM level certification under DNV’s My Care Infection risk management program for ‘WeAssure’ hygiene protocol ITC Hotels has achieved the distinctive milestone of being the First Hotel chain in the world to receive the PLATINUM level certification under DNV’s My Care Infection risk management programme. Certification programme “My Care” by DNV, is developed at a global stage by a team of expert infection risk and hospital management professionals. The maturity model of the programme (Level 1 to 5) assesses and covers all facets of hotel operations on six different dimensions Governance, Strategy, communication, actions, data analysis and continuous improvement. Embodying the ethos of Responsible Luxury, ITC Hotels, the world’s largest c...
Read MoreTill 17 April, foodies in Dubai are encouraged to make the most of one-time-only dining experiences Food fans in Dubai still have time to get their hands on some of the best culinary experiences on the annual calendar, with Dubai Food Festival until 17 April 2021. Celebrating the culinary capital of the region, diners are encouraged to try out ‘once in a lifetime’ gastronomic experiences while they last – including signature dishes, masterclasses, chef’s tables, and bespoke dining experiences, in partnership with the city’s best restaurants. New for the 2021 edition, a Foodcation allows you to stay and dine in some of the best hotels across the city – with a range of options to suit every palate and price range.Dubai has taken staycations to a new level this Dubai Food Festival with...
Read MoreIf you’re anything like most of the travelers, bookmarking postcard-perfect destinations for your Instagram bucket list is how many epic trips start. With enough travel eye candy to feel your Instagram feeds for days, Avani Hotels & Resorts worldwide have no shortage of swoon-worthy, take-me-there-now spots. To make things easier for novice Insta-travellers, here is a list of the top ten most Instagramable hotels in its collection to drop your pins on for when travelling becomes a reality again. Top of the list is Avani+ Samui Resort in Thailand. With both its scene-stealing marble white infinity pool and private villa pools positioned to best capture the setting sun, the resort looks like a collection of mirrors reflecting the cloudless sky. Resort’s camera-happy guests are equall...
Read MoreAll over the world there is a trend to focus on heritage even as the hotels try to provide the best of modern facilities and amenities. But doing this is not always easy or even possible, especially when upkeep and refurbishing is concerned. A combination of will, investment, motivation, and market- identification and destination profile is necessary. All these do not come to all. The owners and other stakeholders must be sensitive and knowledgeable on what and how to do this. Not be stingy with purse strings is one important element, even as revenue streams need to be created. Lucknow, in the north Indian State of Uttar Pradesh, is steeped in history and heritage. The Le Bua hotel in the city of Nawabs, as Lucknow has been known, is doing much to offer authentic experience t...
Read MoreAnantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas’ award-winning Sri Lankan properties are joining the Indian Ocean island nation’s efforts to lure international travellers back after the reopening of its borders on 21st January 2021. Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort and Anantara Kalutara Resort are among the few internationally branded five-star hotels that have been certified by the government as Level 1 ‘Safe and Secure’ to welcome international travellers as part of the country’s ‘bio-bubble’ approach to kick start tourism. Anantara Kalutara Resort is set welcome international guests from 6th February 2021, and Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort from 22nd February 2021. Under Sri Lanka’s new tourism safety protocols, international travellers have the flexibility to stay in several of ...
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