Welcome to our ‘Experience Asia’ Newsletter for January 2024
Please read below for news about our destinations around Asia
Experience Asia News / The ‘ITB’ in Berlin
The World’s largest travel show, ‘ITB Berlin’ will take place at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds from 5-7 March, 2024. For more than 50 years the name ‘ITB’ has stood worldwide for industry knowledge and networking and this year ‘Experience Asia’ will be attending along with thousands of travel professionals from around the world. Please let us know if you will be visiting the ‘ITB’ this March, and perhaps we could arrange a meeting
Thailand Hotel News / ‘Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok’
Throughout ‘Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok’s’ 362 guest rooms feature organic materials and traditional Thai artisanship which play off the hotel’s modern, linear architecture. With bedrooms and bathrooms that have been fully appointed with modern creature comforts, the richly layered spaces offer a luxurious, cocoon-like vibe, beckoning a savvy, design-minded crowd.
Rates available from Experience Asia
Thailand Hotel News / ‘360 degrees Issara’ in Khao Sok National Park
The ‘360 Degrees’ Floating Resort is due to open its doors on 1st July 2024, with a gorgeous location on ‘Chiew Larn Lake’, in ‘Khao Sok National Park’. The stylish villas, all with private facilities, and an outdoor terrace overlooking the lake, plus kayaks for personal use, are truly at one with nature. In every direction there is a picture-perfect backdrop of lush green mountains and limestone cliffs, Literally 360 degrees views. Rates available from Experience Asia
Thailand Hotel News / ‘Aman’ Bangkok to Open
Luxury resort group ‘Aman’ will officially open the ‘Aman Nai Lert Bangkok Hotel’ in the third quarter of this year. The Bangkok resort features 52 suites, a wellness centre, a signature Omakase restaurant, a Teppanyaki restaurant and Jazz bar. ‘Aman Nai Lert Bangkok’ will be located in scenic Nai Lert Park and is expected to be among the finest hotels in Bangkok
Rates will be available later in the year
Asia Product News / ‘Eastern and Oriental Express’
The ‘Eastern & Oriental Express’ will return to service in February after a four-year gap.
Belmond’s luxury train carries passengers over four days between Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, stopping at Kuala Lumpur, Butterworth and Kanchanaburi. The renewed service, bookable now, will be on trains with restyled interiors, elevated on-board experiences, and journeys encompassing culture, gastronomy, architecture and the arts. ‘Experience Asia’ can help to make reservations
Vietnam Product News / ‘Kiss Bridge’ / Southern Vietnam
The iconic ‘Kiss Bridge’ in ‘Sunset Town’ on ‘Phu Quoc Island’ has officially opened. With its innovative design and stunning location in south Phu Quoc, this new architectural wonder spans a distance of 800 meters, with two separate walkways coming from opposite directions. In the middle, there is a 30 cm gap, a distance which can be easily crossed with an embrace, a handshake, or… even a kiss. The precise point gap has also been calculated to capture a spectacular sight – every January 1st, the setting sun gracefully descends right between the bridge’s two arches, creating a charming scene, making it one of the world’s most stunning sunset spots
Japan Hotel News / ‘Trunk Hotel Tokyo’ in ‘Shibuya’
‘Trunk Hotel’ in the trendy of ‘Shibuya’ is a truly unique, design hotel, with beautiful decor
Everything about the property is very ‘cool’ with upcycled furnishings and contemporary artworks.
The hotel structures take on dark geometric forms, as designed by Mount Fuji Architects, while a clean-lined glass and wood chapel perches on the rooftop. Wonderful food and drink outlets are an added plus to this hip property. Rates available on request
Indonesia News / ‘Bali Tourist Tax’ from 14 February
All foreign tourists must pay an IDR 150,000 International Tourism Levy (approximately USD13) when entering Bali via the airport or seaports starting on Valentine’s Day, 14 February. We recommend that travellers pay the fee via the ‘Love Bali App’ before they travel to avoid congestion at payment counters at ports of entry. Payment can also be processed at designated booths in Bali’s ‘Ngurah Rai International Airport’. Part of the funds will be used to improve tourism infrastructure and facilities.
The Last Word / ‘Happy Chinese New Year’ – The ‘Year of The Dragon’
‘Chinese New Year’, also known as ‘Lunar New Year’, is the most important festival in China and a major event in other South-East Asian countries, including Thailand, Vietnam, Singapore and Indonesia. ‘Chinese New Year’ this year will fall on Saturday, February 10th. Some of the traditions will include: putting up decorations, offering sacrifices to ancestors, giving red envelopes and other gifts, plus of course lots of firecrackers and fireworks
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Wishing you all Safe and Happy Travels
Stephen McEvoy / Managing Director
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