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Aero Has Launched New Routes from London this Winter Season

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Aero Has Launched New Routes from London this Winter Season - EXEJET.com - TRAVELINDEXLondon, United Kingdom, January 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The semi-private jet service Aero announces new routes across Europe, catering to the French & Swiss Alps. Semi-private jet service Aero has announced its Winter routes to some of the most in-demand destinations across Europe and North America. From mid-December onwards, Aero will fly from London Farnborough Airport to Sion and Geneva. The service will also resume flights from London to Nice from December, following a short hiatus through November. In North America, Aero will be flying to and from Los Angeles, including LAX and Van Nuys, Los Cabos, San Francisco, Aspen and Sun Valley.

With travel seeming to be back to business as usual, Summer 2022 saw a huge demand in Aero’s routes across Europe. This allowed the brand to expand their fleet and offer routes to Ibiza & Nice from London Farnborough, as well as being the only airline to offer the popular island-hopping route between Ibiza and Mykonos. As we approach the end of the season and begin to make Winter holiday plans, Aero will follow their clients to the French and Swiss Alps, offering regular legs to Sion Airport and Geneva Airport from London Farnborough through the Winter months.

By offering direct flights to Sion and Geneva almost daily, Aero will permit access to some of the most desired ski resorts in both Switzerland and France in as quick as 35 minutes by car. Passengers can reach the likes of Verbier, Crans Montana, & Chambery in under an hour, and Gstaad, Zermatt Saas Fee, & Meribel in under two. Aero will provide semi-private air travel on a regular basis like never before, allowing clients to travel effortlessly to the French and Swiss Alps through the winter.

Since launching in 2019, Aero has been on a mission to redefine air travel through a semi-private jet service that provides direct flights to the world’s most coveted destinations in North America and Europe. With premium seats purchased individually, personalised concierge services, luxury interiors, and thoughtful curation at every touch point, Aero offers a radically better leisure travel experiences at a fraction of the usual jet-chartering price. It removes the hassle of flying commercial, through the use of private, crowd-free terminals, therefore minimising travel time and maximising holiday time.

“We are excited to offer our guests more options to fly with Aero,” said Uma Subramanian, Chief Executive Officer of Aero. “We will continue to provide our guests with an unparalleled way to travel and we look forward to bringing the Aero experience to new markets in the coming months”.

One-way flights with Aero begin from £990.

About Aero
Aero offers premium seating on direct flights between private terminals, using custom designed jets up to 16 seats. Since launching in 2019, the shared-charter model has offered the benefits of private aviation for a fraction of the cost, with access to a curated list of coveted destinations across the United States and Europe. Aero offers a seamless experience via their personalised concierge service available to all guests and which includes hosts on the ground to deliver unparalleled service. From weekend getaways to regular travel between residences, let Aero take you where you want to go.

Unless otherwise advised: (1) All intra-EU flights are operated by Aero Guernsey Ltd.; (2) All flights either arriving or departing the United Kingdom are operated by Aero FlightOps UK Ltd.; and (3) All flights within North America are operated by USAC Airways 695 LLC dba Aero Air. Aero Technologies Inc. acts as ticketing agent for Aero Guernsey Ltd. and Aero FlightOps UK Ltd., and, in the United States, as an indirect air carrier under US-DOT Part 380.

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World Economic Forum Announces 2023 Crystal Award Winners

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World Economic Forum Announces 2023 Crystal Award Winners - TRAVELINDEXGeneva, Switzerland, January 11, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Artist Maya Lin, acclaimed soprano and arts/health advocate Renée Fleming and actors and humanitarians Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre Elba are the recipients of the 29th Annual Crystal Award, the World Economic Forum announced today. The winners will be honoured at the opening session of the Forum’s Annual Meeting 2023 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, on the evening of Monday, 16 January. The award celebrates the achievements of leading artists who are bridge-builders and role models for all leaders of society.

The Crystal Award is presented at Davos each year by Hilde Schwab, Chairwoman and Co-Founder of the World Economic Forum’s World Arts Forum. The cultural leaders receiving the 2023 Crystal Award are bridge-builders. They connect us to each other; they help us reflect on the human condition and they provide visions of the world that can cut through the limitations of short-term or linear thinking.

Awardees
Maya Lin receives the 2023 Crystal Award for her extraordinary creative talent in combining science, art and architecture and her exemplary leadership in the promotion of nature and environment. Lin has fashioned a remarkable interdisciplinary career through her highly acclaimed art and architectural works, showcasing sustainable design and emphasizing a stronger connection to the land and nature.

>From her first public work, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., Lin has been committed to focusing attention on the key issues of our time: women’s rights, civil rights, Native American history and the climate crisis. In 2016, on awarding Lin the Presidential Medal of Freedom, President Barack Obama said her Vietnam Veterans Memorial “changed the way we think about sacrifice and patriotism and ourselves”.

Lin’s latest memorial, What is Missing?, is experimental and multidisciplinary in nature. In this work, Lin uses science-based artworks to raise awareness of the current mass extinctions of species, while emphasizing that by protecting and restoring habitats and reforming our land-use practices we could significantly reduce emissions and restore and protect biodiversity

Renée Fleming receives the 2023 Crystal Award for her leadership in championing the power of music and its relation to health, community and culture.

Renée Fleming is one of the most acclaimed sopranos of our time and a leading advocate for research at the intersection of arts, health and neuroscience. She launched the first ongoing collaboration between the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the US National Institutes of Health (NIH) with the participation of the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The Sound Health initiative explores and brings attention to research and practice at the intersection of music, health and neuroscience. This collaboration has led to workshops at the NIH and events and performances at the Kennedy Center. It also led the NIH to recently award $20 million in funding for music and neuroscience research over five years. The Renée Fleming Foundation is now partnering with the Foundation for the NIH to develop a toolkit for standardizing music and health clinical research for brain disorders of ageing. Fleming has presented her programme, Music and the Mind, around the world.

Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre Elba receive the 2023 Crystal Award for their leadership in addressing food security, climate change and environmental conservation.

Actor, filmmaker and humanitarian, Idris Elba, and his wife, the model, actress and humanitarian, Sabrina Dhowre Elba, were appointed UN Goodwill Ambassadors for IFAD in April 2020. As IFAD Goodwill Ambassadors, they focus on issues related to food security, climate change and environmental conservation. The couple recently visited an IFAD-supported project in Sierra Leone, where they met farmers who received support for rice production and assistance with rural finance after the Ebola crisis.

The late Queen Elizabeth II awarded Idris Elba with the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2016 and the Prince’s Trust, founded by King Charles in 1976 – which Elba credits with helping to start his career – appointed him as its anti-crime ambassador in 2009

Elba supports causes related to poverty, HIV/AIDS, at-risk and disadvantaged youth, health and education. He worked with the UN and the Department for International Development in the UK during the Ebola health crisis and filmed campaigns in support of UNICEF, as well as the Sustainable Development Goals. He has recently created a number of youth-focused campaigns to promote education and learning and discourage violence.

Sabrina Dhowre Elba works with a variety of civil society organizations, including Farm Africa, raising funds to help farmers across eastern Africa, and Conservation International on environmental issues. She promotes gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls worldwide. She chairs the European board for Global Citizen and has been a keynote speaker at leading global events.

Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre Elba are board members of Conservation International.

Crystal awardees are part of a large community of cultural leaders in Davos.

The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting brings together governments, international organizations, business, civil society, cultural leaders, media, experts and young leaders from all over the world.

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NEW KEMPINSKI OFFERS HAVANA IN STYLE

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The doors are once again open at the Gran Hotel Bristol in Havana after a longer hibernation period than expected caused by the pandemic. Having re-opened in February 2020, the all-new Kempinski property lasted only four weeks before having to shut down again due to the health-related shutdown of Havana.

Located in the heart of the city, a short distance from the National Capitol Building (El Capitolio), the unique boutique hotel is nestled between Old Havana (La Habana Vieja) and Centro Habana and is billed as “the ideal urban escape for a modern traveller” with its “nonchalant” style and superb location.

The property is the luxury hotel chain’s second in Havana.

Inspired by the Art Deco style of the 1930s, 162 comfortable guestrooms’ interiors are stylishly appointed with bright accents, clean lines, and contemporary furnishings. Each room features a flat-screen TV, an individual control panel and complimentary WiFi.

Four unique dining experiences feature a rich kaleidoscope of cuisines and entertainment. Crowning Gran Hotel Bristol are two unique restaurants, El Capitolio and El Diamante – the latter, also a bar, boasting panoramic views of Old Havana.

A destination of its own, the rooftop pool also provides panoramic views over the city and the hotel gym is fully equipped with the latest fitness equipment.

“Havana’s rich and vibrant cultural landscape was the biggest inspiration for Gran Hotel Bristol,” says Xavier Destribats, COO The Americas of Kempinski Hotels. “Transformation of this stylish new hotel was truly a labour of love and dedication. Our guests and residents will be immersed in an exclusive lifestyle experience, where relaxed urban vibes and culinary mastery breathe new life into this historical building.”

First published at Travel Industry Today

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A Bridge Not Too Far, Where Creativity Meets Innovation by Deepak Ohri

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Bangkok, Thailand, January 10, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Deepak Ohri, is a founder, CEO and Chief Happiness Officer of Lebua Hotels & Resorts, president of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH) and creator of the Let’s Just Dream brand.

Deepak’s first book is already recognized as one of the top manuscripts in the global marketing.

A Bridge Not Too Far: Where Creativity Meets Innovation explores how Deepak Ohri’s humble beginnings have fueled his innovative entrepreneurial spirit and have informed his deeply human-centered approach to business and to life.  The book highlights:

  • The true meaning of luxury lies not in a price tag but in an emotional experience for the consumer
  • How his restaurant training in America included key life lessons as well as business lessons
  • Why he insists that every customer be treated equally whether they are a celebrity or an unknown tourist – and that the same goes for every member of the hotel and restaurant staff
  • How he created one of the most famous rooftop restaurants in the world – the Sirocco at the lebua Hotel at State Tower in Bangkok
  • How he negotiated a unique marketing deal with the producers of Hangover II when they approached him about filming at the lebua Hotel at State Tower
  • How and why he is teaching luxury marketing at FIU’s (Florida International University) business school
  • His vision for the future of the luxury market and travel as we emerge from the shadows of the pandemic

Deepak Ohri, is a founder, CEO and Chief Happiness Officer of Lebua Hotels & Resorts, president of Luxury Atelier Maison Happiness (LAMH) and creator of the Let’s Just Dream brand.

A well-known worldwide as an award-winning entrepreneur who has transformed the luxury hospitality landscape in Asia. He has been recognized globally as an award-winning entrepreneur and celebrated speaker, being featured speaker at the Forbes Global CEO conference, the Financial Times Business of Luxury Summit, Harvard Business School, MIT Sloan, and Columbia University amongst many others.

He is also the Executive in Residence, Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Pino Global Entrepreneurship Center at the College of Business at Florida International University where he has helped pioneer the first MBA course in luxury marketing and management. He has been interviewed by Bloomberg, CNBC, BBC, Forbes and Fox Business along with numerous travel and restaurant industry media outlets. In 2022, Deepak Ohri was recognized as top 100 Most Powerful People in the Global Hospitality and was named the Leading Happiness Ambassador.

In an industry where profit is often placed over people, Deepak Ohri is committed to compassion, care, and creating powerful emotional connections that can last a lifetime.

For more information, please visit www.deepakohri.com

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Thailand Maintains Fully-Reopen Entry Rules

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Thailand Maintains Fully-Reopen Entry Rules - VISITTHAILAND.net - TRAVELINDEXBangkok, Thailand, January 10, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to clarify that Thailand continues to welcome all international tourists under the fully-reopen-to-tourism policy that was introduced on 1 October, 2022. Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, H.E. Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, said “International travellers arriving in Thailand are not required to show proof of vaccination.”

Only visitors coming from or going to countries which require a RT-PCR test need to have health insurance covering treatment of COVID-19 in Thailand.

In addition, foreign tourists are not required to show ATK or RT-PCR test results.

As part of the full reopening to tourism, Thailand is also offering a longer period of stay for visitors. Effective through to 31 March, 2023, the period of stay is extended to 45 days (from 30 days) for tourists from countries/territories entitled for visa exemption, and to 30 days (from 15 days) for those eligible for a Visa on Arrival (VOA).

However, while Thailand is welcoming all visitors, a visitor source market may require incoming visitors including their own nationals returning home to have a negative PCR result.

Thus, Thailand is aiming to correspond with rules of these countries – among them are China and India. Therefore, passengers from a country that has requirements for RT-PCR test must have health insurance covering treatment of COVID-19 in Thailand.

With the ‘Visit Thailand Year 2023: Amazing New Chapters‘ campaign, tourists the world over are invited to experience the kingdom’s myriad of wonderful existing and new tourism experiences, products and services.

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Off Grid Luxury and Total Privacy for Celebrities at Falcon Brae Villa

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Off Grid Luxury and Total Privacy for Celebrities at Falcon Brae Villa - VISITNEWZEALAND.org - TRAVELINDEXNelson, New Zealand, January 10, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Falcon Brae is an exclusive use luxury villa located at the confluence of the Stanley Brook and Motueka River, near Nelson at the top of New Zealand’s South Island. The “falcon” in the name resonates in the elliptical curved wing-like roofs and refers to the resident falcons on the property, and “brae” is Scottish for “a hill above a river. The Villa perches high above the Motueka river with 360-degree views of the mountainous million-acre Kahurangi National Park and the picturesque Motueka Valley. Nearby are two additional national parks, Abel Tasman along the coast, and Nelson Lakes at the foot of the Southern Alps. Though private and secluded, Falcon Brae Villa can be reached by road (50-minutes) or by helicopter (15 minutes) from Nelson Airport.

The award-winning architecturally designed contemporary Villa features a sumptuous and expansive Great Room with a soaring 5 meter ceiling (16.4 ft), magnificent stone fireplace, and sunken bar. As the owners of this Villa are musicians and recording artists, the Great Room is designed for excellent acoustics, with a grand piano and guitars available for guest use. In addition, the Villa boasts a media theatre, show kitchen, 4 dining areas, and a stunning collection of New Zealand art. Directly in front of the Helipad Terrace, guests can relax in the “Games Den” housing modern gym equipment, pool table, table tennis, darts and a classic video game arcade table.

The large entertainment deck overlooking the mountains and river has multiple features including a sparkling pool, outdoor heated spa, seating area around a fire pit and a barbeque for outdoor dining and relaxing under a shaded pergola. On the other side of the Villa, a secluded outdoor hot tub surrounded by native bush is the perfect place to catch the stunning sunsets and the magical star studded night skies.

With an extensive 720 square meters (7,750 square feet) of living space, including 3 spacious suites and a family bunk room, Falcon Brae Villa offers complete privacy, making it perfect for families, friends, celebrities and small corporate retreats. The Villa sits on a stunning 142-hectare (350-acre) property with a private forest, spectacular native bush walks and breath-taking 360-degree views over the surrounding mountains, valleys and the Motueka river below; famous for large brown trout with some of the best fly fishing (catch and release) in the country. The Villa has security gate access and is completely off the grid, with its own solar powered energy supply. There is also a charging point for electric cars.

Jeremy Hancock, the Operations Manager and charming host, has extensive local knowledge and has been involved with the property since its inception. He and his team ensure that every aspect of the guests’ stay is seamless. A concierge service is also available.

For larger bookings, a sister property, Stonefly Lodge nestled in the landscape 2 km (1.25 miles) away, can be utilized for an additional 8 guests making a total of 17 between the two properties. Stonefly Lodge offers four deluxe rooms with super king or twin bed configurations and is also an off-grid property. All guests can be catered for at Falcon Brae Villa for dining.

Activities

This private luxury retreat is a destination in itself and makes a perfect base to explore all the region has to offer the luxury traveller including 22 wineries, over 30 craft studios and galleries, the Great Taste Cycle Trail, scenic helicopter flights, guided wilderness hikes, kayaking, white water rafting, heli-hiking, heli-fishing, Lord of the Rings heli-tour, horse riding, catch and release fly fishing, sporting clays and shooting sports, fishing in the Marlborough Sounds and more. Alternatively, guests can just enjoy the Villa and its peaceful setting and soak up the local ambiance in a world of their own, taking a total break from their busy schedules (and devices if they wish) and immerse themselves in nature.

On site activities include exploration of 18 km (11.25 miles) of hiking trails, leisurely river walks, archery, golf chipping range, e-bikes, outdoor hot tub, pool and heated spa pool, animal hobby farm tour and sheep shearing, bird watching, games den and gym, private cooking classes, in-house massage and yoga, spectacular night sky gazing, and learning about the property’s restoration of native bush and the creation of its Manuka plantation (with honey samples available to taste and take home).

Luxurious Suites

All suites have a large private deck, super king beds, luxurious bathroom, deep soak bath tub, spectacular fireplace, full cocktail bar, tea and coffee making facilities, underfloor heating and heated towel rails, high-quality TV and audio system, air conditioning and floor to ceiling windows and private balconies from which to enjoy the spectacular views.

The exquisite pool-front Tasman Suite (135 sqm or 1,453 square feet) opens onto an expansive manicured lawn and enjoys easy access to the pool, fire pit and spa deck with shaded pergola. The river view and hilltop spa Kahurangi Suite (124 sqm or 1,335 square feet) has a large central lounge area and bedroom, a sunken bath and a private deck that leads to an outdoor hot tub nestled into the edge of the hillside and surrounded by native bush. The floor plans of both suites are virtually identical, providing equally spectacular accommodations for couples travelling together.

The romantic Motueka Suite (57 sqm or 614 square feet) has a private terrace and outdoor fireplace directly overlooking the river. Located adjacent to the Kahurangi Suite, it is ideal for multi-generational families. The Family Bunkroom (25 sqm or 270 square feet) is directly across from the Motueka Suite. It includes a double bed, two bunk beds and en suite. It can sleep up to 3 children or accommodate a driver, pilot, security guard or nanny.

Garden to Table Cuisine and Private Executive Chef

The dining experience at Falcon Brae Villa is an integral part of the guest experience, featuring garden to table cuisine prepared by their Private Executive Chef Michael McMeeken. Seasonal menus change daily and cater to any special dietary requirements. All pasta, pastries, bread, ice-cream, sorbets, chocolate and sauces are hand made on site.

Chef Michael uses the best quality local ingredients including freshly harvested produce from the on-site organic gardens and bee-hives, watercress from the bubbling creeks and items foraged from the native bush undergrowth on the property. Daily continental or a hearty cooked country breakfast are included as well as pre-dinner drinks with canapes and a four-course gourmet dinner. Gourmet picnics can be arranged to accompany guests on their excursions and cooking classes are a popular activity. An impressive private wine selection is available on the beverage menu. The owners of Falcon Brae Villa and Stonefly Lodge have published a coffee table cookbook titled “Flavours to Savour” which showcases an impressive selection of sumptuous recipes for their cuisine, and makes an ideal souvenir or gift.

Design and Awards

The elaborately designed entrance door panels honour the traditions of New Zealand’s Māori culture, welcoming people from all corners of the Earth. The magnificent outdoor falcon sculpture alludes to the name of the Villa and the majestic falcons that reside on the property. In 2021 shortly after completion, the NZ Institute of Architects named Falcon Brae Villa the Nelson/Marlborough regional award winner for hospitality and the Registered Master Landscapers bestowed a Landscapes of Distinction Gold Medal. The intricate masonry work features local stone. Furniture fabrics and materials showcase New Zealand artisans with most of the joinery, cabinetry, furniture, carpets and other furnishings sourced and made in NZ. Most of the exquisite art and sculpture throughout the Villa was purchased from local artists and galleries.

First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort Welcomes Lunar New Year with Festivities

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Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort Welcomes Lunar New Year with Festivities - TRAVELINDEXHo Tram, Vietnam, January 9, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort will ring in the Year of the Cat with a smorgasbord of vibrant dining experiences, traditional Tet merriment, and outdoor pursuits to foster quality family time.

Perched on Ho Tram Beach, an easy commute from Ho Chi Minh City, the resort’s Tet program from Jan. 18-28, 2023 is packed with indulgent buffets and a la carte menus, beach bonfires with marshmallow roasts, outdoor cinema nights, kayak racing, lion dancing, calligraphy giving, lantern floating, morning excursions to ‘Monkey’s Temple’ Truc Lam Chan Nguyen and more.

Ho Tram’s “place to be”, Breeza Beach Club will host its vibrant ‘Ho Tram Seafood Market’ to a backdrop of live chill-out music on Lunar New Year’s Eve, Jan. 21, and Jan. 28. Crabs, squid, grouper, snapper, shrimp, mussels, snails, clams, and scallops caught from local waters that day will be displayed in large bamboo baskets. Diners choose whether to have their seafood grilled, wok-fried or steamed, topped off with a selection of accompaniments.

Breeza will also host Steak Night on Jan. 20 with menu options including striploin, rib eye, beef tenderloin and Black Angus tomahawk steaks. Surf ‘n’ Turf Night on Jan. 22 and 24 affords a selection of grilled premium beef cuts and fresh seafood, and Gala Seafood Buffet on Jan. 23 offers lobster, prawns, clams, sentinel crab, shellfish, squid and more. On Jan. 25, Breeza’s Savory Seashell Night’s a la carte shellfish selection will include crabs, lobster, prawns, clams and oysters. Throughout the Tet program, Breeza will open a bar by Ho Tram Beach’s white sands and aquamarine waters.

Anchored with fresh seafood, local specialties, and international cuisine, buffet dinners held at the resort’s Sasa restaurant throughout the Lunar New Year program are themed ‘Dolce Vita’, ‘Roast Carving Buffet’, ‘BBQ Seafood’ and ‘Japanese Twist’ and accompanied by a live band.

To celebrate the first day of the Lunar New Year, January 22, Dolce Vita will brim with Italian favourites including antipasto, freshly made pizza, pasta, salad and decadent desserts including a Dolce & Gabbana cake. Packed with roast beef, pork rack, pasta, noodles, salads and more, the Roast Carving Buffet will be held on January 23 and the BBQ Seafood, underpinned by an assortment of fresh seafood accompanied by meats including pork and beef ribs and sausages, on January 24. A wide assortment of sushi, fresh sashimi, ramen and grilled or pan-fried Japanese favourites will underscore the Japanese Twist buffet on January 25 and 28. Held from 5.30-10pm, each buffet dinner’s price starts at VND 1,299,000++ per adult and VND 850,000++ per child from four to 11 years old, with additional free-flow beverage options on offer.

Vietnamese restaurant Muoi, that recently reopened following a four-month makeover, will serve its new ‘Taste of the Sea’ menu dedicated to live seafood including lobster. The revamped restaurant’s changes include a new open kitchen, an open bar and array of fish tanks that showcase the new menu’s seven live seafood options lobster, grouper, pomfret, clams, sentinel crab, prawns and turgid Venus shell. Live seafood is sourced from local fish markets. To mark Tet, Muoi will craft Vietnamese cuisine with a modern twist priced at VND 999,000++ per dish from January 23 to 25.

The resort’s Tet program includes lantern making, conical hat painting, Tet ornament, calligraphy, flower making craft, coconut leaf craft, tote bag painting, and bracelet making workshops for all ages.

In addition to cooking classes for making sticky rice cake ‘banh Tet’ and other Tet foods, watermelon eating challenges will be staged by the resort’s 1491-square-metre pool with direct access to the beach. Outdoor activities range from traditional games such as ‘Monkey Bridge’ to recreational pursuits including shore fishing, slow bike racing, and tennis and table tennis tournaments.

The Kids Club will keep children entertained with trying on traditional costumes, hopscotch, shuttlecock kicking, mandarin square capturing, coloring, painting and craft activities.

The resort’s YHI Spa is also offering a 10% discount on manicures and blow-dry hair treatment.

A 152-room and 83-villa property, five-star Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort features a host of world-class facilities such as three restaurants including a beach club, a swim-up bar, coffee shop, 20-treatment room spa, an executive lounge The Level Lounge, ballroom and conference facilities, kids club, gymnasium, gift shop and more. The contemporary rooms, suites and villas afford unencumbered views of the ocean, lush gardens, lakes and swimming pools. The Level Villas guests enjoy access to The Level Lounge and The Level Pool, and a range of bespoke privileges including private check-in and check-out, complimentary afternoon cocktails and snacks, pillow menu and much more.

For more information call +84 (0) 254 3789 000

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the most well-known brand within Meliá Hotels International; it has more than 100 city and resort hotels in the main leisure and business destinations of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. Meliá Hotels & Resorts instinctively understands the guests’ needs and lifestyle expectations and caters to every aspect of guests’ wellbeing. It offers exemplary meetings and events facilities in all key business cities and exotic locations, serving the ever-expanding conference and incentive travel market.

About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, plus a wide portfolio of affiliated hotels under the “Affiliated by Meliá” network. The Group is one of the leading companies in resort hotels worldwide, while also leveraging its experience to consolidate the growing segment of the leisure-inspired urban market. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led the Group to become the most sustainable hotel company in Spain and Europe, according to the last S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (Silver Class). It also has ranked seventh in the Wall Street Journal’s list of the 100 most sustainably managed companies in the world (and the leading travel company) and is the only Spanish travel company included in the list of “Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021” by Financial Times. Meliá Hotels International is also included in the IBEX 35 Spanish stock market.

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Taste of the Sea Menu Makes Waves at Revamped Restaurant Muoi

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Taste of the Sea Menu Makes Waves at Revamped Restaurant MuoiHo Tram Vietnam, January 9, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / Perched on one of Vietnam’s best beaches, Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort’s Vietnamese restaurant Muoi reopened this month after a four-month makeover and with a new ‘Taste of the Sea’ menu dedicated to live seafood including lobster.

The revamped restaurant’s changes include a new open kitchen, an open bar and array of fish tanks that showcase the new menu’s seven live seafood options lobster, grouper, pomfret, clams, sentinel crab, prawns and turgid Venus shell. The live seafood is handpicked from local fish markets.

Diners choose if their seafood is grilled, wok-fried, steamed or baked, and from a wide selection of sauces and popular Vietnamese accompaniments such as lime, chili, ginger, garlic, onion, coriander and mint basil.

“Savouring fresh seafood is a way of life here in Vietnam, and we felt it fitting to pay tribute to the name of our restaurant Muoi, with a menu titled ‘taste of the sea’ as you cannot get seafood any fresher,” said the resort’s general manager Alvaro Berton.

Muoi, which means salt in Vietnamese, has also launched a new a la carte Vietnamese menu, that starts out with a variety of appetizers such as steamed razor clams with ginger, chili, spring onion and holy basil, stir-fried frog legs with chili and lemongrass and deep-fried crispy soft-shell crab. Fresh oysters with wasabi, and grilled oysters with spring onion and garlic, are among the menu’s oyster selection. Not-to-be-missed dishes in the menu’s ‘hot dishes’ section include traditional Vietnamese pho, Hue beef noodle soup and sour soup with cobia fish.

Salad options include jellyfish salad, fresh pineapple salad with smoked Ho Tram duck, cherry tomatoes and ginger with chili dressing, and lotus salad with pork and shrimp.

The menu offers a broad selection of pork, chicken, beef, shrimp, crab, squid, fish, rice, and vegan main courses, such as braised pork ribs, caramelized chicken leg in a clay pot, stir-fried shrimp with tamarind sauce, and grilled eggplant with spring onion. Mango flambee, Vietnamese coffee flan and Vietnamese banana tapioca pudding are among the desserts.

Muoi also offers a selection of wines, cocktails, spirits including whiskeys, a ‘G&T Club’ menu comprising various gin and tonic beverages, and cigars.

A 152-room and 83-villa property, five-star Meliá Ho Tram Beach Resort features a host of world-class facilities such as three restaurants including a beach club, a swim-up bar, coffee shop, 20-treatment room spa, an executive lounge The Level Lounge, ballroom and conference facilities, kids club, gymnasium, gift shop and more. The contemporary rooms, suites and villas afford unencumbered views of the ocean, lush gardens, lakes and swimming pools.

For more information call +84 (0) 254 3789 000

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the most well-known brand within Meliá Hotels International; it has more than 100 city and resort hotels in the main leisure and business destinations of Europe, Asia, Africa and America. Meliá Hotels & Resorts instinctively understands the guests’ needs and lifestyle expectations and caters to every aspect of guests’ wellbeing. It offers exemplary meetings and events facilities in all key business cities and exotic locations, serving the ever-expanding conference and incentive travel market. 

About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International operates more than 380 hotels (portfolio and pipeline) throughout more than 40 countries, under the brands Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, Paradisus by Meliá, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, The Meliá Collection, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Falcon’s Resorts by Meliá, plus a wide portfolio of affiliated hotels under the “Affiliated by Meliá” network. The Group is one of the leading companies in resort hotels worldwide, while also leveraging its experience to consolidate the growing segment of the leisure-inspired urban market. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led the Group to become the most sustainable hotel company in Spain and Europe, according to the last S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (Silver Class). It also has ranked seventh in the Wall Street Journal’s list of the 100 most sustainably managed companies in the world (and the leading travel company) and is the only Spanish travel company included in the list of “Europe’s Climate Leaders 2021” by Financial Times. Meliá Hotels International is also included in the IBEX 35 Spanish stock market.

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Etihad Airways Doubles Flights to Bangkok

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Etihad Airways Doubles Flights to Bangkok - AIRLINESHUB.com - TRAVELINDEXAbu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, January 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / Etihad Airways is boosting its flights to Bangkok, Thailand by doubling its frequency. From 26 March 2023, the airline will fly twice a day on the Abu Dhabi – Bangkok route, providing a total of 14 weekly nonstop services to Bangkok Airport (BKK).

The flights will offer Etihad’s award-winning service and comfort across both Business and Economy Class cabins.

Arik De, Chief Revenue Officer, Etihad Airways, said: “With our convenient morning departure from Abu Dhabi, our second Bangkok flight has optimised timings for those UAE residents wishing to have a break in Thailand. Moreover, the return departure from Bangkok allows for those Thai residents to arrive in Abu Dhabi in the morning to have a head-start in exploring what the city has to offer in terms of business and pleasure. It further reaffirms our commitment to bringing more guests to enjoy Abu Dhabi.”

Bangkok is a world-renowned destination in its own right as well as the gateway to travel throughout Thailand and further across South East Asia for millions of visitors every year. The new frequency will make it even more convenient for people connecting to flights to and from Thailand through Etihad’s growing global route network.

Etihad Airways has just been rated third in the list of Top 20 Safest Airlines 2023, the highest-placed carrier in the Middle East.

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Emirates First NH Collection Hotel to Open in Dubai

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Emirates First NH Collection Hotel to Open in Dubai - TOURISMDUBAI.org - TRAVELINDEXDubai, UAE, January 9, 2022 / TRAVELINDEX / The United Arab Emirates upscale real estate developer Seven Tides has confirmed that the emirates’ first NH Collection hotel will open its doors to the public in February. “NH Collection Dubai The Palm will feature an extensive range of premium facilities, including our 45-metre rooftop infinity pool, a fully-equipped fitness centre, a kids’ club, an NH Collection Spa and much more”, added Bin Sulayem.

For those looking to introduce a little luxury to their events, the hotel also includes five airy spaces replete with the latest technology and equipped to cater to gatherings of up to 45 people, making it the perfect venue for business meetings, conferences, celebrations and more.

Ghanim Bin Sulayem, Operations Director, Seven Tides, said: “This project will deliver exceptional guest experiences, including spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai skyline, as well as access to landmarks and attractions across our emirate and beyond.

All rooms will feature NH Collection ‘Sleep Better’ mattresses, complete tea and coffee sets, rain-effect showers and LED TVs.

UAE-headquartered upscale real estate developer, Seven Tides, has confirmed that the Emirates’ first NH Collection hotel will open its doors to the public in February 2023. With our dedicated team ready and waiting to exceed the expectations of our guests and visitors, we cannot wait to start welcoming people through our doors from February onwards.”

The Palm will offer a diverse range of high-end accommodations, amenities and food and beverage venues to guests, residents and visitors. The Palm is a 533-key property located on Seven Tides’ Seven Palm development – a two-tower complex that overlooks the lagoon of Dubai’s world-famous Palm Jumeirah.

Guests can choose from 11 room categories, and those who opt for the destination’s top-end accommodation will also gain exclusive access to the NH Collection Premium Lounge. The hotel includes 227 guest rooms, suites, and 306 studios and apartments. The Palm includes five dining venues, serving everything from haute cuisine to healthy, post-gym bites.

Bin Sulayem commented: “The best way for people to learn about NH Collection Dubai The Palm is to experience it first-hand. We are confident this complex will add significant value to Dubai’s thriving real estate landscape.” Revo Café will serve creative and healthy dishes, and SEEN will be a modern rooftop venue.

Operated by Minor Hotels and adjacent to Seven Palm Residences, the tower housing NH Collection Dubai Maiora will offer an extensive range of dishes served all day. The property’s location offers direct access to the beach, downtown Dubai and Dubai Marina.

Dubai International Airport is also located 30 minutes away, with private transfers available to attendees. Te-Lounge will provide light refreshments and healthy snacks.

First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News