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Hong Kong travel update – tourism revival plan

Hong Kong travel update

Hong Kong travel update – tourism revival plan

May 11, 2022,

The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced a revival plan that highlights Hong Kong’s vibrant developments and new experiences, aiming to generate a positive ambience and make the city a top-of-mind destination for worldwide travelers when travel resumes.

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“The fifth wave of the pandemic is subsiding. Hong Kong’s daily life and economic activities are now gradually returning to normal, allowing us to stage large-scale events and prepare to welcome back visitors”

With the theme “Together Towards New Horizons”, Tourism Update 2022 attracted 3,200 trade representatives from travel agencies, attractions, hotels, airlines, retailers, restaurants, and meeting and exhibition organisers from Hong Kong, Mainland China, and overseas markets. The HKTB shared insights into the latest tourism trends and its work plan for the coming year.

In his opening remarks, HKTB Chairman Dr. Y K Pang highlighted Hong Kong’s return to normality. “The fifth wave of the pandemic is subsiding. Hong Kong’s daily life and economic activities are now gradually returning to normal, allowing us to stage large-scale events and prepare to welcome back visitors,” said Dr. Pang.

“Throughout the pandemic, Hong Kong travel update never stopped building and upgrading its tourism infrastructure. We will see the grand opening of the Hong Kong Palace Museum this summer, while the third runway at Hong Kong International Airport is expected to go into service within the next couple of years. With these new infrastructure elements and the support of the Central and Hong Kong SAR Governments, Hong Kong’s competitive edge has held firm and we can head towards new horizons with confidence.”

In his presentation of the work plan for the coming year, HKTB Executive Director Dane Cheng described how the HKTB will focus first on generating a positive ambience in the city, stimulating consumption, and maintaining Hong Kong’s profile globally by launching “Hong Kong Summer Treats”. The campaign will provide a wide range of discounts and promotional offerings, and will begin with “Arts in Hong Kong” – a campaign that supports international art and cultural events, such as Art Basel, which will return in a physical format.

When social distancing measures are further relaxed, the HKTB will arrange more world-class events in phases, including the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival and Hong Kong WinterFest, and give its support to other high-profile events such as the Hong Kong Sevens.

Mr. Cheng stressed the importance of ensuring a recovery at home in the run-up to the return of worldwide visitors. “These promotions will generate a positive ambience in Hong Kong and demonstrate how we have returned to normal. The HKTB will then launch extensive promotions, including the tactical ‘Open House Hong Kong’ campaign, to welcome back visitors when the time is right. To better respond to market needs, we will also strive to enhance the visitor journey into a seamless experience through a comprehensive digital transformation,” said Mr. Cheng.

“The HKTB has conducted extensive research in 16 markets and found Hong Kong is still well-loved by travelers worldwide. They have specifically identified some major driving factors to visit Hong Kong, including cleanliness, local culture, in-depth experiences, unique cuisine, high accessibility, and ease of communications. These factors are not only core strengths of Hong Kong but also match the trends and tastes of the post-COVID travel era.”

Mr. Cheng added, “With our solid tourism foundations, our status as an East-meets-West center for international cultural exchange, our position at the heart of the dynamic Greater Bay Area, and our wealth of new tourism assets and infrastructure, Hong Kong’s tourism future is full of potential.”

Guest speakers from major organisations also outlined new developments to further enhance Hong Kong’s world-class tourism infrastructure.

The West Kowloon Cultural District is one of Hong Kong’s major arts and cultural projects. Its contemporary art museum M+ opened last year and the Hong Kong Palace Museum will welcome its first visitors this summer. Speaking at the event, Chief Executive Officer of the West Kowloon Cultural District Mrs. Betty Fung said, “As a unique cultural hub with unrivaled connectivity in Hong Kong and Asia, WKCD presents the best of the eastern and western culture to visitors, from Chinese arts and antiquities to contemporary visual culture, and offers visitors a holistic experience blending arts and culture with retail, dining and entertainment.”

Hong Kong travel update – Hong Kong International Airport plays a pivotal role in maintaining the city’s status as a leading international aviation hub. Airport Authority Hong Kong Executive Director (Airport Operations) Mrs. Vivian Cheung said, “In addition to maintaining our aviation hub status, our strategy is to transform Hong Kong International Airport from a city airport into an Airport City, developing ourselves into a destination in itself for visitors. The Airport City aims to attract global visitors through its wide range of offerings in retail, dining, entertainment and leisure, while providing a business platform through its convention and exhibition facilities. In parallel, we are further enhancing the airport’s sea and land connectivity with the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, with a view to facilitating a seamless journey for the 70 million people in the region to visit the Airport City.”

The integration of culture, sports, and tourism is a key development direction. General Director (Commercial) of Kai Tak Sports Park Mr. James Irvine said, “As one of the most significant sports infrastructures in Hong Kong, Kai Tak Sports Park will add vibrancy to the city’s dynamic tourism landscape with its world-class sports, leisure and entertainment experiences. A first-of-its-kind destination set in the heart of the city will bring the global community to Hong Kong.”

Hong Kong is nominated as the World’s Leading City Break Destination 2021 by World Travel Awards.

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United flights San Francisco to Melbourne resume in May 2022

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United flights San Francisco to Melbourne

May 10, 2022 – Starting this June, United will be the only U.S. carrier to offer nonstop service between Melbourne and the United States  

United has been the only airline to offer continuous passenger flights between the U.S. and Australia throughout pandemic and recently announced new codeshare partnership with Virgin Australia  

 United today announces the return of its nonstop service between San Francisco and Melbourne, beginning with three weekly flights this June. The restart of this route complements United’s existing service between Sydney and the airline’s hubs in San Francisco and Los Angeles.

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United flights San Francisco to Melbourne will now be the only U.S. airline to offer nonstop flights from the United States to Melbourne.

“The fact that we retained daily passenger service to Australia throughout the lowest points of the pandemic – and were the only airline to do so – shows our commitment to Australia,” said Patrick Quayle, senior vice president of international network and alliances at United. “We are thrilled to resume our San Francisco to Melbourne service and see a bright future ahead for United, for Melbourne and for US-Australia travel.”

Since Australia announced in February that the country would open its borders to international travelers after being closed for nearly two years, there has been remarkable growth in travel demand from the U.S. United has more capacity from the United States to Australia than any other U.S. carrier, and the resumption of the airline’s San FranciscoMelbourne service will provide customers with even more access to Australia ahead of the busy summer travel period.

United flights San Francisco to Melbourne: Additionally, United’s recently announced commercial alliance with Virgin Australia will offer further connectivity to top Australian destinations with convenient one-stop flights.  

United has worked closely with the Victorian government on the resumption of this service, as well as on broader plans for the market as demand continues to grow.

“We’re backing more direct international flights to Melbourne because we know the critical role they play in supporting Victorian businesses and creating jobs,” said Martin Pakula, Victorian Minister for Industry Support and Recovery. “Having more direct flights from the U.S. means it is even easier for visitors to come to Victoria and enjoy everything we are famous for – whether that’s our major sporting events, food scene or cultural institutions.”

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United began offering direct service to Melbourne from Los Angeles in 2014 and launched nonstop flights between San Francisco and Melbourne in October of 2019, prior to the onset of the pandemic.

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Japan travel updated – border reopening for vaccinated travellers in May

Japan travel updated

Japan travel updated – border reopening for vaccinated travellers in May

May 10, 2022,

Japan is set to experiment with opening its borders to small groups of vaccinated foreign tourists as soon as this month in a potential lifeline for the country’s ailing travel industry.

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Those wishing to visit must have undergone three Covid-19 vaccination shots and be part of a package tour with a fixed itinerary, FNN said, citing multiple government officials. The limited resumption of inbound tourism will be treated as an experiment and, if infections do not spread, the programme would be expanded, it said.

The report came a day after Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said in a speech in London that he planned to relax pandemic-related border restrictions in line with other wealthy democracies from June. He later added a note of caution, telling reporters he needed to look at the state of infections after a series of public holidays in late April and early May known as Golden Week. Japan travel updated

“As soon as June, based on the opinions of experts, we will review coronavirus regulations, including border policies, in stages,” Kishida said. “We are still in a period of transition back to normal life.”

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Norwegian Cruise Line celebrates full relaunch of fleet

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Norwegian Cruise Line celebrates full relaunch of fleet

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Radisson Collection grows to over 45 properties

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Radisson Collection grows to over 45 properties

May 10, 2022 –  Throughout 2021, Radisson Hotel Group, with the support of its shareholders Jin Jiang and Sino-Ceef, has continued to roll-out its five-year transformation plan which resulted in the implementation of best-in-class systems to maximize revenue across the Group’s hotels, as well as continued investment in the Group’s operating systems, resulting in the delivery of the best GOP in the industry. With 330 planned signings in 2022, the Group surpasses the achievements of 2021 which was the most successful year ever in the company history in terms of signings.

 

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Radisson Hotel Group has had a strong start to 2022, signing and opening over 50 hotels to date across its EMEA and APAC portfolio. Looking ahead to the rest of 2022, the Group plans to double its number of signings in EMEA by adding 45 properties, and exponentially increase its signings in APAC by adding 285 properties, together with its partners, as the Group moves closer to achieving its goal of doubling its global portfolio through growth in APAC by 2025. A particular focus for growth across EMEA is the expansion of the Group’s midscale lifestyle brand, prizeotel. The Group’s comprehensive portfolio of nine diverse brands with the right solution for every market, is thriving. Since the launch of Radisson Collection in 2018, the brand’s portfolio has grown to over 45 properties, including recent openings in Berlin, Bilbao and Riyadh. Radisson Blu continues to cement its position as the biggest upper-upscale brand in Europe and counts close to 400 hotels across its global portfolio, with recent additions in Spain, Madagascar, Greece, Turkey, India as well as Sri Lanka.

The Radisson brand grew to nearly 300 hotels worldwide, with recent additions in Sri Lanka, Maldives, India, Vietnam, France, Turkey, as well as Tunisia. The Radisson RED portfolio expanded to nearly 70 hotels worldwide. The Group also strengthened its position in the Resort and Serviced Apartments sectors further with recent additions in India, Vietnam, Greece, Senegal, Poland, and Turkey. Following the successful introduction of Radisson Individuals in 2020, the brand now includes over 55 hotels in operation and under development globally. In India, the Group plans to more than double its Radisson Individuals footprint by 2025. In line with market demand for unique, retreat-focused experiences, Radisson Hotel Group recently launched Radisson Individuals Retreats, a lifestyle brand extension specifically tailored for the Indian market.

Radisson Hotel Group has had a strong start to 2022, signing and opening over 50 hotels to date across its EMEA and APAC portfolio. Looking ahead to the rest of 2022, the Group plans to double its number of signings in EMEA by adding 45 properties, and exponentially increase its signings in APAC by adding 285 properties, together with its partners, as the Group moves closer to achieving its goal of doubling its global portfolio through growth in APAC by 2025. A particular focus for growth across EMEA is the expansion of the Group’s midscale lifestyle brand, prizeotel. 
 
The Group’s comprehensive portfolio of nine diverse brands with the right solution for every market, is thriving. Since the launch of Radisson Collection in 2018, the brand’s portfolio has grown to over 45 properties, including recent openings in Berlin, Bilbao and Riyadh. Radisson Blu continues to cement its position as the biggest upper-upscale brand in Europe and counts close to 400 hotels across its global portfolio, with recent additions in Spain, Madagascar, Greece, Turkey, India as well as Sri Lanka. The Radisson brand grew to nearly 300 hotels worldwide, with recent additions in Sri Lanka, Maldives, India, Vietnam, France, Turkey, as well as Tunisia. The Radisson RED portfolio expanded to nearly 70 hotels worldwide. The Group also strengthened its position in the Resort and Serviced Apartments sectors further with recent additions in India, Vietnam, Greece, Senegal, Poland, and Turkey.
 
Following the successful introduction of Radisson Individuals in 2020, the brand now includes over 55 hotels in operation and under development globally. In India, the Group plans to more than double its Radisson Individuals footprint by 2025. In line with market demand for unique, retreat-focused experiences, Radisson Hotel Group recently launched Radisson Individuals Retreats, a lifestyle brand extension specifically tailored for the Indian market. 

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Croatia Airlines further develops Split base

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Croatia Airlines further develops Split base

May 9, 2022 – Croatia Airlines plans to further expand its Split operations after initially announcing it will station two aircraft in the city this summer and launch five new routes.

The carrier is expected to maintain a wider variety of destinations from Croatia’s second largest city during the coming 2022/2023 winter season and add more new routes in the summer of 2023.

Croatia Airlines will have more destinations on offer

Speaking at the Aviation Arena webinar, the carrier’s Head of Network and Revenue Management, Krešimir Mlinar, said, “Based on the outlook that leisure travel and tourism will recover quicker than business travel following the coronavirus pandemic, we made certain changes to our network.

This includes five new destinations from Split and the stationing of one Airbus jet and one Dash there. We have good expectations for the leisure market. We also have plans for winter, while next year we will do something similar. We are optimistic about the summer, which is illustrated through our forward bookings”.

 
Croatia Airlines will introduce flights from Split to Stockholm, Bucharest, Dublin and Milan, which were all served from Zagreb prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as Amsterdam. The airline operated to some of these destinations from Split in the past as well.

Amsterdam was last served in October 2013, Dublin in October 1996 and Milan in September 2000. An Airbus A319 and a Dash 8 turboprop aircraft will be stationed in Split this summer, which will also enable the company to increase frequencies on a number of other routes. As a result, the airline will outstrip its pre-pandemic operations from Croatia’s second largest city.

 
Commenting on its performance this year, Mr Mlinar said, “Our biggest problem this year is the price of fuel.
 
The A320 uses two and half tonnes of fuel per hour. This is a constant, even if a ton of fuel is around 400 euros like last year, 700 euros as was the case at the start of 2022, or 1.200 euros, which is the current price. The numbers are huge, and carriers will have to make up for it through their customers. Our main problem now is that, despite a rise in late bookings, tickets are still being purchased in advance, when the increased costs were not included in the fares for use this summer”. He added, “From June onwards, we expect high levels of fleet utilisation. Some aircraft types will be in use more than in 2019. That year we also had two jets on wet-lease so as to reduce seasonality. However, it was too risky to employ the same strategy this year”.

 

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Air New Zealand to boost staff as Kiwis start to book travel

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Air New Zealand to boost staff as Kiwis start to book travel

May 09, 2022 –

Air New Zealand has seen an increase in bookings as customers rush to take advantage of open borders. While it’s welcome news for the airline and New Zealand, it is not without challenge.

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Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty says, “Bookings on our domestic network are increasing as people start to travel again, and it’s fantastic to see international bookings flow in as we restart popular routes like Honolulu, Vancouver and San Francisco. Just this week, we operated more than 200 international flights, the highest in a long time.

“For a lot of our customers, these trips will be their first in more than two years, and it’s different to what it used to be. The new travel environment is complex, and what we’re hearing from our customers is that they have a preference to speak to a person rather than booking online or using an app. Previously around 1 in 8 customers called us before travel, now we are seeing around 1 in 3. This is leading to not only more calls, but also longer call times, with the average call handling time being around 16 minutes – approximately 50% longer than pre-Covid. While we have been recruiting into our contact centre since December last year, we just can’t keep up with the number of calls,” Geraghty adds.

The airline is looking to add 200 additional consultants, taking the total to more than 450 dedicated staff answering customer queries once training is complete in 8 weeks’ time. It’s also redeploying other staff to help out where possible.

 

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Italy Orient Express to open Venice hotel

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Italy Orient Express to open Venice hotel

May 09, 2022 –

Orient Express, part of the Accor group, has signed a partnership agreement with Italian hospitality group Arsenale to open the second Orient Express hotel in Italy at the spectacular Palazzo Donà Giovannelli in Venice.

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The groups have selected architect and interior designer Aline Asmar d’Amman and her studio Culture in Architecture to design and decorate the space.

Venice, once the gateway to Constantinople and a mythical stop on the legendary Orient Express train – that opened its doors in 1919 with the completion of the Simplon tunnel linking Switzerland to Italy – will be the home of the second Orient Express hotel, set to open in early 2024.

Located just ten minutes from Venice’s Santa Lucia train station, next to the Cannaregio shopping district, and rooted in the origins of the City of the Doges, the Palazzo Donà Giovannelli is a treasured palace built in 1400 by architect Filippo Calendario, known for Venice’s famed Doge’s Palace. Former home of the Duke of Urbino, a patron of the arts, it has been renovated twice, notably in 1800 by architect Gian Battista Meduna. At one time a pinacotheque which housed the painting La Tempesta by Giorgione, it was successively owned by the Donà and Giovannelli families.

An ode to the heritage of Venice, inspired by all of the cultures and eras that are forever a part of its history, the Orient Express Venice Hotel will be home to 45 rooms and suites, all overlooking the gardens and canals of Venice. The hotel bar will be located in the former piano nobile ballroom on the main floor of the building. A world-class restaurant will introduce guests to the flavours of Italian gastronomy. Select terraces hidden on the hotel’s rooftops will offer the most beautiful views of the wonders of the Serenissima.

“Orient Express Venice embodies a unique encounter between two icons: the legendary luxury brand and the Palazzo Donà Giovannelli. An architectural feat at the crossroads of cultures, a link between the East and the West, the landmark building is anchored in eternity and ready to come back to life with a theatrical and contemporary art of living, steeped in infinite elegance” says Aline Asmar d’Amman.

Born in Lebanon, Aline Asmar d’Amman, via her studio Culture in Architecture, creates projects where past and future are connected, where culture symbolizes a bridge between continents. Convinced that beauty adds to, in her words, “the poetic soul of the world”, she has designed the interior architecture of numerous private residences and has taken on the art direction of luxury hotels such as the Hôtel de Crillon in Paris and emblematic restaurants such as Le Jules Verne at the Eiffel Tower. She has also collaborated with Karl Lagerfeld on the making of prestigious decorations and a collection of objects and furniture in marble. Last April, she unveiled the architectural scenography of the Lebanese Pavilion at the Venice Biennale of Art.

From the main entrance and its garden, which can be reached from the train station along the Strada Nova, or from the neo-Gothic and multi-layered facades that can be visited from the Rio de Noal by boat, Palazzo Donà Giovannelli is filled with beauty and grandeur. It is an island within an island, where doors and windows anchored in the sea seem to speak directly to the sky above.

Just one step inside this Palace evokes a feeling of complete enchantment. One enters as if leafing through the pages of the book of time. It is a plunge into an ageless romanticism, where the heritage of the stone seems to be frozen in time whispering layers of stories to be revealed. From the marble carved entrance, the plastered walls in faded lost colours to the masterful octagonal staircase of neo-Gothic style designed by the architect Meduna, artistry and a feeling of eternity collide. On its vaulted ceilings, the domes call for light and theatricality.

On the main floor, or piano nobile, its many salons and ballrooms are home to 800 years of history. It is a journey through the ages, a blend of baroque, neoclassical and gothic styles along with the splendour of Eastern fantasy, an exoticism that transcends the realm of possibility. The rooms are decorated with patterns, mosaics, stucco, paintings, frescoes tinted with forgotten colours and wonderful cherubs. The walls abound in enigmas never meant to be solved.

Stephen Alden, CEO Raffles and Orient Express, Accor commented: “The arrival of Orient Express in Venice resonates naturally with the brand’s history. It marks a return to the roots of a legend that finds its ultimate expression in the Palazzo Donà Giovannelli. Inspired by her multicultural background, passion for Venice and unique poetic language, Aline Asmar d’Amman will sublimate the design of one of the most charismatic palaces in the world.” 

Paolo Barletta, CEO of Arsenale S.p.A added: “The strategic union between Venice and the new Orient Express Hotel represents another significant step in the objective that Arsenale is pursuing thanks to the partnership with Orient Express, namely the relaunch of luxury tourism that highlights the unprecedented artistic and cultural heritage of our Italian peninsula. Palazzo Donà Giovannelli will become a unique landmark in Venice with its exceptional design, history and heritage. Aline Asmar d’Amman’s meticulous care and eclectic experience will shed new light on the ancient beauty of the Palazzo, helping to spread a message of excellence from Venice throughout the whole world.”

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Visit the Thonburi Khlongs

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Visit the Thonburi Khlongs

Visit the Thonburi Khlongs

An independent province until it was merged with Bangkok in 1972, Thonburi – the old capital located on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River – has largely escaped the modern development.

Its Khlongs network, including Bangkok Noi Khlong and Mon Khlong retains much of its old-world charm.

It is a real discovery of the art of living in Bangkok – of its huts on stilts and its old wooden houses – all at the leisurely pace of a boat sailing through the maze of canals.

The west bank of Chao Phraya River is called Thonburi and it’s the only area of the fast-growing Bangkok that hasn’t been developing with the time. Quite the opposite. It’s still like it used to be, with man-made water canals used as streets, small boats parked by the sides of the local houses that are built right on the water.

Can you imagine that Thonburi was once the capital of Thailand, at the end of the 18th century?

Part of the locals has never wanted to let this piece of history go, so they still live the slow-paced lifestyle.

Not everyone in Thonburi lives wealthy, so circling through the narrow canals allowed me to see fragile huts built right on the water that looked like they’re about to collapse if the wind blows a bit stronger. Some windows didn’t have glass and seemed to have no electricity either.

People here go to work by boat. They buy their fruit and vegetable from the neighbours who use their boats as floating markets.

The kids play on the porch of their homes right above the water. They throw in some bread to attract the fish and then jump in the water to play with them.

In between the houses by the water, there’s so much greenery – large banana trees, palm trees, green bushes. It’s the kind of nature you don’t see that much in Bangkok.

While people live here in different circumstances, they still seem to be happy, as they wave to the tourists from their porches with warm smiles on their faces.

The boat tour on the Thonburi Khlongs

Taking the tour offers a great contrast between the mighty Chao Phraya River and the small 6-meter wide Klongs. Most of the tours usually start at the Phra Arthit boat pier right next to Khao San Road.

The first few minutes the boat rushes between the quite heavy ferry traffic along the river and then it takes a sharp turn into one of the Klongs that connect the new Bangkok with the old one.

Right after the turn, you suddenly find yourself in a totally different environment.

The city noise slowly disappears, the water becomes more peaceful and local homes in size of small wooden boxes on one side of the canal and larger mansions with beautiful yards on the other side reveal themselves.

And most importantly – the air is fresh, the surroundings are quiet and it feels like you’ve entered a serene oasis. The loud noises coming from your boat’s engine are the only things ruining a bit this otherwise blissful environment.

The tour takes you along temples by the canals, a local school, and other establishments just like in every normal town. But in this case, it’s all on the water. Unfortunately, boat drivers usually don’t speak any English, so they won’t be able to give you more information about any of the objects you’ll see along the way.

I also had an old Thai lady approaching us in her small boat, selling cold drinks, snacks and souvenirs, right before we stopped by a temple, where I could throw in the water some snacks for the fish myself, sold to me by a local monk.

Always keep an eye on the boat coasts, as you might notice some monitor lizards sunbathing there.

I was so impressed with the surroundings and how different Thonburi life is from the rest of the Bangkok, that 90-minute tour felt like it’s been only 15 minutes.

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Emirates airline return to Bali

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Emirates airline return to Bali

May 06, 2022 –

Emirates landed in Bali for the first time since the suspension of flights in 2020 due to the pandemic.

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Emirates airline flight EK398 landed in Denpasar International Airport on 1 May, and was welcomed by a spectacular water cannon salute to inaugurate the airline’s return. The operating cabin crew of the flight and the passengers were welcomed at the airport with the traditional joged bumbung dance performance, which reflected Bali’s unique culture and rich heritage, followed by a cake cutting ceremony in attendance of representatives from DPS Airport.

The resumption of Emirates’ services to Bali, comes with the easing of international travel restrictions, and ramping up of global operations.

Emirates airline flight EK398 departs Dubai at 09:10 hrs, landing in Bali at 21:29 hrs. The return flight EK399 departs Bali at 00:05 hrs, arriving Dubai at 05:00 hrs. The airline is currently operating five-weekly services, and will scale up its operations to the island with a daily service starting from 1 July 2022.

Emirates continues to invest in the comfort and safety of its customers both on air and on ground. The airline has implemented a comprehensive set of measures throughout all to provide its passengers with the highest safety standards at every step of the journey. Customers travelling from Dubai can also take advantage of the contactless biometric path at Dubai International for a quicker journey at the airport with minimum to no human interaction.

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IHG to open first Crowne Plaza Australia on NSW’s South Coast

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IHG to open first Crowne Plaza Australia on NSW’s South Coast

May 06, 2022 –

IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of its first hotel on the NSW South Coast, with the contemporary Crowne Plaza Shell Cove Marina planned to open in 2025, following an agreement with Oscars Group.

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Crowne Plaza Australia Shell Cove Marina will be part of a $1.5 billion master-planned coastal residential, commercial and tourist project within the Shellharbour region. The overall development will include a man-made in-shore harbour and a 270-berth marina, as well as a vibrant town centre that features a supermarket, retail outlets, restaurants, library, community centre, parklands – and the hotel.

The striking 181 key Crowne Plaza will showcase the brand’s new hallmark design innovations and trademark features, such as the Plaza Workspace, with open and inviting interiors that cater to the flow of foot traffic, as well as three food and beverage outlets including a cafe, chic restaurant and bar, extensive meeting and events space and an outdoor pool.

Marking IHG’s entry into the picturesque NSW South Coast and its continued expansion into regional Australia, the hotel has a prime location in the heart of Shellharbour and close to Wollongong, just 1.5 hours drive from Sydney. Guests can enjoy access to the region’s natural attractions including diving and snorkelling at Bass Point, surfing and swimming at local beaches or playing a round of golf at the 18-hole championship Links Shell Cove golf course which is just a few minutes’ drive away.

This is IHG’s second hotel with Oscars Group, building on a successful partnership that already includes Holiday Inn Warwick Farm.

“We are excited to be continuing our strong relationship with the Oscars Group and look forward to breaking ground on this landmark development”.

Damien Cameron from Oscars Group, said, “We’re very proud of our partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts and pleased to be growing our relationship with them and embarking on this incredible, new-build Crowne Plaza development with them.

“We are passionate about the South Coast of NSW and are excited to be growing our presence in the region, particularly as development plans for Shell Cove and the Marina take hold. We look forward to working with the local community and welcoming guests to this stunning new hotel in 2025”.

The Crowne Plaza Austrlia brand has enjoyed a renaissance of sorts in Australia over the past few years, with the nearly all properties now showing off the best of this world-class premium brand. It has included the opening of new properties such as Crowne Plaza Adelaide, Crowne Plaza Hobart, Crowne Plaza Sydney Darling Harbour and Crowne Plaza Burwood, as well as stunning refurbishments of Crowne Plaza Sydney Coogee Beach, Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley and Crowne Plaza Melbourne.

IHG has enjoyed one of its biggest years of hotel signings and openings on record over the past few years and with almost 100 open or signed hotels in Australasia alone, it is considered one of the region’s leading hotel operators.

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Four Seasons Oman resort unveil plans for Muscat

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Four Seasons Oman resort unveil plans for Muscat

May 06, 2022 –

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), the executive arm of the Sultanate of Oman for Tourism Development, have announced plans for the new Four Seasons Resort and Private Residences Muscat, located along the Sea of Oman, with a private beach and stunning mountain and sea views.

Four Seasons Oman resort

The luxury development will comprise of an urban style resort, perfect for business travellers or leisure guests looking to visit the historic sights of Oman’s capital city – a rare opportunity to relish in the relaxing mountain and seaside setting. For those looking to make Four Seasons part of their everyday lifestyle, the project will also include a collection of Private Residences with sweeping views of the Sea of Oman.

“The Middle East continues to be an integral part of Four Seasons growth strategy, as we look for opportunities to offer unmatched Four Seasons experiences in exciting and dynamic destinations such as Muscat,” says Bart Carnahan, President, Global Business Development and Portfolio Management, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

“We are excited to be a part of OMRAN Group’s long-term vision for the future development of Oman’s tourism landscape, further accelerating the strategic growth of its capital city and continuing to attract luxury guests and residents from around the world with a brand new Four Seasons offering.”

Muscat is in the midst of a tourism boom as the sultinate progresses with sustainable development

“Muscat is a destination filled with history, natural beauty, business, tourism, and so much more, and we look forward to showcasing all it has to offer through this exceptional new project with Four Seasons,” says Dr. Hashil Obaid Al Mahrouqi, CEO of OMRAN Group. “By bringing this iconic brand to Muscat, we continue to drive forward the Oman Vision 2040 and our National Tourism Strategy, solidifying this wonderful country as a preeminent luxury destination for locals and global travellers alike.”

Four Seasons  Oman Resort and Private Residences Muscat, Oman will be created through the redevelopment of a former yacht club and marina into 200 rooms and suites and 100 Private Residences. Guests and residents will enjoy access to a private beach, five dining outlets, and both indoor and outdoor pools with cabanas. In addition to water sports offered at the onsite beach, the resort will provide many additional activities for travellers of all kinds to experience through its tennis centre, spa and fitness facilities, and for younger guests, through a dedicated Kids For All Seasons and young adults centre.

The property will also feature extensive indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces, as well as a bride’s room, business centre, business departure lounge, and prayer rooms.

Residents will enjoy privacy and exclusivity while at home with a dedicated residential team offering Four Seasons legendary service, while also having access to the services and amenities of the neighbouring resort.

Four Seasons Oman Resort and Private Residences Muscat, Oman joins Four Seasons growing collection of properties in the Middle East, including the upcoming Four Seasons Private Residences Dubai at Jumeirah and Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah, Saudi Arabia.

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JW Marriott Hotel Sao Paulo opens its door with 258 rooms

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JW Marriott Hotel Sao Paulo

May 6, 2022 –  JW Marriott Sao Paulo, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announces the exciting opening of the first Marriott International luxury hotel in Brazil’s largest metropolis with JW Marriott Hotel Sao Paulo. Acting as a haven for travelers to one of the busiest business centers in the bustling city, JW Marriott Hotel Sao Paulo will bring the brand’s mindful principals to travelers seeking a stay that nourishes the mind, body and spirit.

JW Marriott Sao Paulo

“JW Marriott offers guests a legacy of luxury hospitality combined with principles of mindfulness that are integral to today’s business and leisure traveler,” said Bruce Rohr, Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott.” Located in the country’s largest city, leisure and business travelers seeking an urban retreat will find a modern, luxurious and wellness-focused setting at the new JW Marriott Hotel São Paulo.”

The hotel welcomes travelers with 258 stylishly appointed guest rooms and suites featuring contemporary architecture and sleek, custom-made furnishings alongside best-in-class entertainment systems. Locals and guests alike can sip refreshing libations crafted using garden-fresh ingredients at Bar Caju before savoring globally inspired cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere at Italian restaurant Neto. Visitors can indulge in a therapeutic treatment at the spa enjoy a refreshing swim in the all-season pool and ensure an invigorating start to the day with a workout at a state-of-the-art fitness center.

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Thai flights to Bali resumed in May 2022

Thai flights to Bali

Thai flights to Bali

May 6, 2022 – Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) resumes flights to Denpasar (Bali), Indonesia. The flight operation started on 1 May 2022 with high response from passengers departing from Bangkok and connecting travelers from Europe and Asia to Bali.

Thai flights to Bali

During 1 May – 17 June 2022, THAI offers four weekly flights every Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from Bangkok to Denpasar. Daily flight will be available from 18 June 2022 onwards. Details of flight operations are as follows:

• TG431 departs from Bangkok at 09:35 hours and arrives in Denpasar at 14:55 hours (local time).

• TG432 departs from Denpasar at 16:55 hours (local time) and arrives in Bangkok at 20:05 hours.

For more information about flight schedule, ticket reservation and issuing, please visit thaiairways.com, ticket offices and ticket agents, contact THAI Contact Center at 0-2356-1111 (24 hours a day) or send email to contact@service.thaiairways.com.

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Origins Lodge Costa Rica

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 Origins Lodge Costa Rica

May 5, 2022 –

Set on a mountainside surrounded by pristine, emerald green forest in the North of Costa Rica , Origins Lodge features five stylish bungalows topped with verdant living rooftops and private, fire-heated hot tubs on the terraces overlooking Lake Nicaragua in the distance. On-site activities include nature tours, horseback rides, yoga sessions and spa treatments. The night walk is an absolute delight! Meals are prepared with ingredients from the on-site organic garden.

Origins Lodge Costa Rica

ORIGINS Lodge Costa Rica is the ultimate body & soul paradise, taking you out of the everyday reality. Dive into an extraordinary realm of calm & curiosity, as you explore the magic behind the pure beauty of Nature’s luxury while ensconced in the lavishness of our hospitality.

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Amaze your taste, relishing the gastronomical artworks created by their ‘Meilleur Ouvrier de France’ and Michelin-starred Chef Jean-Luc L’Hourre and his team on site.
A high-end Cuisine reinvented daily, according to the fresh ingredients available in their garden.

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Panarams Hotel Tashkent Radisson opens with 105 rooms

Panarams Hotel Tashkent

Panarams Hotel Tashkent

May 5, 2022 – Radisson Hotel Group opens first Radisson Individuals hotel in Central Asia

Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals in the capital of Uzbekistan, marking the brand’s debut in Central Asia.


Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals, is located in the center of Tashkent, in a new district with many bars and restaurants, close to many key embassies. The hotel offers 105 rooms of different categories, from standard rooms and studios, to spacious two-room suites with some rooms offering balconies with panoramic views of the city.

The architecture and design of Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals, is characterized by a balance of traditional design and contemporary style. It combines art deco elements and natural materials such as onyx and marble. Contemporary art is displayed as accent pieces, harmoniously combined with designer furniture and thoughtful lighting.

Panarams Hotel Tashkent

Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals, has a 225 sqm multi-purpose conference room suitable for business meetings or forums, as well as a private meeting room for smaller meetings. The panoramic restaurant on the 6th floor serves breakfast and is open in the evening for guests from the city. The menu consists of traditional and European cuisine with specially developed recipes by the chef. Guests can also enjoy live music in the evening.
Leisure facilities include a spa with a swimming pool, sauna, hammam and gym, as well as space for stretching or yoga classes. The sauna is made of Canadian cedarwood, while the hammam is decorated with natural stone and mosaic patterns.

The hotel is located on one of the city’s main streets, Mirzo Ulugbek Street. whilst Tashkent International Airport is only 10 km or 15 minutes by car. Hotel guests will enjoy easy access to the main attractions of the Uzbek capital, including Central Amir Temur Square with fountains and a green square, Navoi Grand Theatre, Khumo Ice Palace and Pakhtakor Stadium, which are home to Uzbekistan’s hockey and football teams, as well as one of the largest congress centers in Central Asia.

Maria Znova, Senior Director of Business Development at Radisson Hotel Group, says: “We are proud to introduce the Radisson Individuals brand to Central Asia. Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals is an exciting new hotel and addition to our portfolio in Central Asia. We are very proud of this project and are grateful to our investors, Biznes United, for their work and trust in Radisson Hotel Group.”
Bakhram Yuldashov, founder of Biznes United, says: “We are grateful to Radisson Hotel Group for their comprehensive support during the project implementation process. I am confident that with the high standards set by Radisson Hotel Group, Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals will give the concept of the Radisson Individuals brand a dynamic boost. We are confident that our hotel, by providing world-class service in tandem with Uzbek hospitality, is sure to please people who value their time and comfort.”

With the health and safety of guests and team members as its top priority, Panarams Hotel Tashkent, a member of Radisson Individuals is implementing the Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol program. The in-depth cleanliness and disinfection protocols were developed in partnership with SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, and are designed to ensure guest safety and peace of mind from check-in to check-out.
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Frontier Airlines launches new nonstop flights from Chicago

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Frontier Airlines launches new nonstop flights from Chicago

May 04, 2022 –

Low-fare carrier Frontier Airlines (NASDAQ: ULCC) today launches service from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Eight of the airline’s 11 new routes begin this week as MDW becomes Frontier’s primary airport in Chicago. Additionally, the airline will continue to serve Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD). To celebrate MDW as Frontier’s newest airport, the airline is offering fares as low as $59* on nonstop flights to several popular U.S. destinations.

Nonstop flights from Chicago

“We’re excited to launch service from Chicago Midway today, serving a wide variety of popular destinations spanning the U.S. from coast to coast,” said Joshua Rashkin, director of marketing, Frontier Airlines. “With this inaugural service, MDW becomes our primary Chicago Airport. We continue to offer service from O’Hare, as well, providing Chicago-area consumers an abundance of choice to enjoy Frontier’s ultra-low fares and friendly service.”

“On behalf of Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the entire Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA), I am thrilled to welcome Frontier Airlines back to Midway International Airport,” said City of Chicago Commissioner of Aviation Jamie L. Rhee. “Travellers now have two airport options – O’Hare and Midway – to fly Frontier to visit the ‘Windy City,’ voted Best Big City in the U.S. by Conde Nast Traveler for the fifth year in a row.”

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Frequency and times are subject to change, so please check FlyFrontier.com for the most updated schedule.

The airline’s frequent flyer program, FRONTIER Miles, lets members enjoy many benefits as well as the ability to attain Elite status. Like the airline, FRONTIER Miles is family friendly and the program makes it easy for families to enjoy the rewards together, including family pooling of miles. FRONTIER Miles is aptly named because you earn one mile for every mile flown – no funny formulas at Frontier. Whether customers travel a little or a lot, they will find FRONTIER Miles rewarding.

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Carnival Cruise celebrates the restart of entire fleet

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Carnival Cruise celebrates the restart of entire fleet

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Tour de France Thailand Phang-nga 2022 cycling event set for mid-May – L’ Etape Thailand

Tour de France Thailand

Tour de France Thailand

May 4, 2022– The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is pleased to advise that the ‘L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Phang-nga 2022’ cycling event is to take place from 13-15 May, 2022, in the beautiful Southern resort locale of Phang-nga.

H.E. Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Tourism and Sports, said “Hosting this prestigious cycling event for the third year is another valuable opportunity to show the world Thailand is again open to the world’s tourists, to help stimulate the economy, and to help position Thailand as a major destination for sports tourism, which is a key element of the ‘Visit Thailand Year 2022’ marketing campaign.”

Tour de France Thailand

Based on the famous ‘Tour de France’ annual bicycling championship, this landmark event was successfully staged in Thailand in 2018 and 2019. The 2019 race drew over 300 overseas cyclists and attracted more than 2,000 fans and spectators generating over 250 million Baht in revenue.

This year, the ‘L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Thailand Phang-nga 2022’, which has the theme ‘The Final Great Memory’ is expecting a similarly successful turnout with overseas riders from over 30 countries and Thai riders to make up a field of some 2,000 riders. More than 8,000 fans and spectators are expected.

Registration is open now at www.runlah.com/events/letapeth22 for ‘L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Thailand Phang-nga 2022’, which will have two distances of 145 km and 75 km. The starting point is in Khao Lak at the Tsunami Memorial, Boat Tor 813, and the finishing line in Takua Pa District. The picturesque scenery for which the Phang-nga region is well known for promises a stunning event for both riders and spectators.

To partake in L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Thailand Phang-nga 2022’, riders and spectators are required to meet specific criteria, which includes proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and to undergo testing by an Antigen Test Kit (ATK) before the event.

The actual race day is 15 May, and a host of activities and festive fun is planned for the two days beforehand on 13-14 May. This includes a Tour de France Museum show, bicycle trade fair, bike inspection services, bike workshops, and event sponsors’ booths.

As well as the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, a number of public and private sector sponsors are working together to make the ‘L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Phang-nga 2022’ a success. They are the Sports Authority of Thailand, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), Thai Cycling Association under Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King, Move Asia Company Limited, and TAT.

More information on ‘L’Etape Thailand by Tour de France Phang-nga 2022’ can be found at www.facebook.com/letapethailand.

October 14, 2021 – In the draw for the 2022 IIHF Ice Hockey World Hockey Championship ticket purchase rights, more than 1.6 million ticket requests were made for the games played in Tampere.

All winners of the draw have received more detailed instructions for claiming the tickets. Winners of the draw must claim their tickets no later than 15 October at 12:00 noon (EET). The schedule also applies to those who have been offered alternative tickets. If a person doesn’t claim the tickets they have won, tickets are automatically returned for sale.

Participants who haven’t won in the draw at all or who have been offered alternative tickets will receive an opportunity to purchase unclaimed day tickets. The opportunity to purchase tickets starts on 16 October at 9:00 and ends on 20 October at 12:00 noon (EET). Tickets are not automatically available to all those who have been offered the opportunity to purchase tickets, but tickets are sold on a first come basis. Ticket sales for game days are open as long as there are tickets left.

A separate message will be sent in advance to those participants who have the purchase opportunity. The message will provide more detailed instructions for purchasing tickets. 

Winners of the draw have already claimed a lot of tickets, but there are still some tickets left for all game days in Tampere.

All participants in the draw will be sent a separate message and offered an opportunity to purchase day tickets from 21 to 25 October 2021, if there are tickets left. 

If there are in the end still day tickets left, they will go on sale on 27 October 2021.

Furthermore, day tickets are also available for the games played in Helsinki. Additionally, a limited number of VIP packages are for puchase in Helsinki and also in Tampere.

Ticket schedule:

  • 29 Oct. All the winners of the draw were informed
  • 30 Sep. – 15 Oct. Redemption of ticket purchase rights won in the draw
  • 16-20 Oct. Opportunity to buy tickets for those who have not been entitled to buy desired tickets in the draw
  • 21-25 Oct. Opportunity to buy tickets for everyone in the draw
  • 27Oct. Day tickets for Tampere games on open sale, if there are tickets left
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Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn opens its doors – newest Radisson!

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Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn

May 4 2022 – First Radisson Collection hotel in the Baltics opens in the heart of Tallinn

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the debut of its luxury lifestyle, Radisson Collection brand in the Baltics with the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn in Estonia, following an extensive 25 million Euro renovation.

Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn

Located on Rävala boulevard in Estonia’s charming capital city, Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn is the newest Radisson Collection property to open in the Baltics and Estonia’s charming capital city. The hotel’s prime location in the medieval cobblestoned Old Town, home to cafés and shops as well as the Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century tower. Tallinn’s main square is at a walking distance and is one of the many sites to visit in this UNESCO World Heritage Site city filled with character, history, palaces, churches, and other historic treasures.

Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn features 287 rooms and suites including Family Rooms, Suites and Junior Suites with access to fitness and sauna facilities, and Premium Suites overlooking the old town. The hotel also has a beautiful panoramic Presidential Suite. The fourth-floor relaxation area includes a spa with swimming pool, Japanese bath and three saunas – a Finnish sauna, a steam sauna, and a sanarium – in addition to a spacious gym. All rooms overlook the buzzing cultural city.

The interiors designed by local architect, Argo Vaikla, feature high-quality, dark Estonian wood panels, which create an overall sense of being in an Estonian forest combined with eco-friendly design elements. For example, the floors in the corridors are covered with a relief carpet made from recycled fishing nets. Photographs by Kristoffer Vaikla of the picturesque Estonian forest captured from above hang on the walls of the rooms and invite guests to explore the surrounding local countryside.

Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn features two restaurants, a rooftop restaurant and bar, ISSEI on the 24th floor, and MEKK on the first floor. ISSEI serves Japanese-Peruvian cuisine and is the first restaurant to offer Nikkei concept cuisine in the Baltics. In the hotel’s Estonian restaurant, MEKK, its Executive Chef Rene Uusmees creates modern Estonian-inspired dishes and delicacies.

The opening of Radisson Collection Hotel Tallinn is a milestone achievement for us, as we introduce our luxury lifestyle brand to this culturally rich city and region. Radisson Collection properties embrace and represent the local culture and design wherever they are located, and this is true here at Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn as well. Guests will be able to discover Estonian art, design, and photography which are on display throughout the hotel.” says Ain Käpp, CEO of HMP Hotellid OÜ.

The hotel’s 1,000 square meter conference center on the second floor has been completely renovated and offers eight stunning meeting spaces, the largest accommodating up to 300 people. All eight rooms are named after cities where Radisson Collection hotels are located.

With the health and safety of guests and team members as its top priority, Radisson Collection Hotel, Tallinn is implementing the Radisson Hotels Safety Protocol program. The in-depth cleanliness and disinfection protocols were developed in partnership with SGS, the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company, and are designed to ensure guest safety and peace of mind

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