New Orleans is the most expensive destination in the world for hotel stays over this year's New Year's Eve period, a new survey has revealed. The survey by TravelMag.com compared accommodation rates across 60 major global cities. For each destination, the price for the most affordable available double room for a 3-night stay from December 30 to January 2 was recorded. Only hotels with a central location and rated three stars or more were considered. FILE PHOTO: Fireworks explode over the London Eye ferris wheel as Britons across the country welcome the New Year, in London, Britain, January 1, 2023. REUTERS/Maja Smiejkowska With a rate of $1190 for the cheapest room, New Orleans emerged top of the rankings. Compared to regular rates dur...
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Looking to immerse yourself in a sun-kissed escape that transcends the ordinary? This New Year, discover a world of opulence on the beaches of Thailand, Muscat, Vietnam and Zanzibar that are blessed with balmy weather. Cultural Brilliance Meets Culinary Artistry Experience the epitome of luxury this holiday season at Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Krabi – the cinematic backdrop for Hangover II. With one of the largest beds in hotel history and inimitable Dining Beyond options, opulence is at its best. Discover the tastes of Thailand beyond conventional restaurant settings with Phulay Bay’s Michelin Star Executive Chef Christian Herrgesell. Let them design a bespoke culinary experience for you and your partner. You can take a pick from barbecue on the beach, a romantic sunse...
Read MoreIs the idea of spending this holiday season at an exotic destination with unique experiences on your mind? A short-haul flight from India followed by a scenic 45-minute drive can bring you to Shangri-La Muscat, where dream vacations turn into reality. Nestled at the confluence of rich Omani heritage and world-class hospitality, the dual resort complex has two properties – Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah and Shangri-La Al Husn. While Barr Al Jissah is perfect for family vacations, the adult-only Al Husn perched on a clifftop is for couples seeking elevated luxury and discretion. This December, both properties are gearing up for Christmas and New Year celebrations. The balmy weather is just the cherry on the cake. Families day out at Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Travelling with kids or ...
Read MoreFestive season calls for larger than life experiences. With the holidays approaching, luxury resorts across the world gear up to offer an exciting fusion of celebrations, tailored activities, and heartfelt hospitality. Travelling with friends, family or a partner! Check into these properties to turn your holiday dreams into reality. Sparkling Season at Phulay Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Krabi How about spending the year’s end at a resort where the Hollywood film Hangover II was filmed? Phulay Bay, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is an uber-luxurious resort in Krabi flanked by limestone mountains rising from the Andaman Sea, virgin rainforests and ethereal beaches. Nothing can prepare you for its serene setting and bespoke Dining Beyond sessions. On Christmas Eve, Santa arrives on a ...
Read MoreNature’s Playground unveils its tantalising festive programme, with traditions wrapped up in island style and uniquely Niyama intrigue. Throughout the season, guests are invited to give in to indulgence, with daily tantalising culinary experiences, expertly paired with award-winning wines from our selection, spa bliss & holistic treatments with visiting practitioners from around the world. With two islands, nine restaurants, settings overwater, under, and deep in the jungle, Niyama Private Islands Maldives invites guests to celebrate the festive season their way, whether hiding away from the world, or diving right into a surreal world of celebration. The season begins with the annual lighting up of the Christmas tree. As the sun sets, it shines bright, and the so...
Read MoreAmora Beach Resort Phuket receives extensive refurbishment as part of its repositioning into a five-star modern lifestyle resort that meets the preferences of active and adventurous couples, friends and families. Located on an exclusive 80m stretch on Bang Tao Beach, the 264-key resort is expected to re-open in December this year with newly built facilities. Owned and operated by Amora Hotels & Resorts, Amora Beach Resort Phuket first opened its doors in 1999 as a four-star resort, and with its refurbishment, serves as the flagship resort for the group in Thailand. In addition to renovated rooms and suites across 13 categories, the beachfront resort introduces the new-concept Nora Beach Club, Amora Wellness Center with massage and fitness facilities, Isla restaurant, a kids’ club, ...
Read MoreWhether it’s crafting a festive wreath in Madrid, whisking your family off to a Maldivian paradise, living out a superstar fantasy in Chaweng or partying on a rooftop in Bangkok, Avani Hotels & Resorts has perfected the art of holiday curation so that you can have a Christmas and New Years’ experience that fits like a glove. Joy of Crafting: Avani Alonso Martínez Madrid's Decorative Wreath Workshop Avani Alonso Martínez Madrid has launched a Decorative Wreath Workshop, which is the ideal opportunity for guests to unlock their inner artist and infuse their homes with the festive spirit. This hands-on class offers a step-by-step guide to crafting a unique wreath, combining fresh seasonal foliage and charming decorations to create a magnificent Christmas wreath. Enthusiasm and ...
Read MoreOutrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort has announced details of its Christmas and New Year programme, which runs 19 December to 1 January. A diverse and creative range of activities has been designed for guests who love to eat, drink, keep fit - physically and spiritually – chill or dance to music, learn about marine life such as manta rays and whale sharks and see them in the wild. Guests who love to eat and drink can enjoy chef Christopher Long’s Christmas market and can sign up for hands-on classes on making sushi, Vietnamese hand rolls, seafood curing, cake decoration, chocolate and wine pairing. There will also be mojito madness and margarita mash-up sessions. Ideal for couples, guests can request private sunset dinners on the beach and a floating breakfast in thei...
Read MoreSouth Africa lifts curfew, announces Omicron wave has passed'It's going to be amazing' on Cape Town beachCountdown in Times Square with a quarter the usual crowdFireworks cancelled in London, Paris, Kuala Lumpur Australians bade farewell to 2021 with a traditional fireworks display over Sydney harbour as good news from South Africa - the first country to pronounce itself past its Omicron wave - brought hope for a joyous New Year. Thanks to Omicron, the New Year began its annual roll from East to West quietly - with no official firework display in Auckland, New Zealand. Fireworks explode over the Yarra River waterfront during downsized New Year's Eve celebrations, as the Omicron variant of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to spread, in Melbourne, Australia, January 1, ...
Read MoreAvani Hotels in Asia invite guests to ring In 2022 with fun and fervour As top tourist destinations around Asia are reopening to international travellers, the promise of a sun-kissed tropical New Year's Eve celebration is finally within reach for many travellers. From the legendary beach clubs of Samui to Bangkok's glamorous rooftop fêtes and Bali's cinematic sunsets, with this year's festive offerings from Avani Hotels & Resorts, travellers can experience all the biggest hits. For fireworks that dazzle, SEEN Restaurant & Bar Bangkok is hard to beat. The rooftop venue is perched on levels 26/27 of Avani+ Riverside Bangkok Hotel, giving guests a bird-eye panorama of the river snaking down below. Known as the place to see and be seen, any excursion to the venue is the perf...
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