Green Tea Body Infusion
By Grace T. Kim Green Tea is the undisputed famous health drink from Asia, known for its anti-oxidant and anti-carcinogenic effects thanks to its polyphenols. Did you know that you can receive these benefits through your skin in green tea-infused body
Mandarin Oriental Announced New Hotel in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new hotel in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, scheduled to open in 2020. The property, which will be called Mandarin Oriental, Saigon, will form part of Union Square Saigon,
Anytime Fitness Opened in K-Village
Anytime Fitness, the world’s fastest-growing fitness center for 10 consecutive years, celebrated the opening of its fourth gym in Thailand on June 9, 2018, at Sukhumvit 26 in K-Village, Bangkok, Thailand. Aside from its track record in growth around the world
An Uber Exclusive River Cruise through the Mekong
Mekong Kingdoms announced the maiden Mekong River voyage of Gypsy, an exclusive two-cabin river cruiser, between the ancient Laos capital of Luang Prabang and Thailand’s Golden Triangle, in May 2018. A private tailored three nights/four days cruise from Luang Prabang
Malaysia’s First DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Opens in Penang
DoubleTree by Hilton, one of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) 14 market-leading brands, celebrated the opening of its first resort-style property in Malaysia: DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang. Located on Penang's north coast, overlooking the Indian Ocean, DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang is
Dine Along the Beach Returns to Hua Hin!
Lookeast already told you about this not-to-be-missed dining concept at the end of last year. Now, Hua Hin’s annual “Dine Along the Beach” experience is back with new chefs aboard and new creative menus presenting yet another opportunity to dine at
A Family Summer Promotion at JW Marriot Phu Quoc
Celebrated for its sparkling emerald waters, stretches of pale sand, and fuchsia sunsets, Phu Quoc is an idyllic getaway place in Vietnam. To welcome the summer, JW Marriott Phu Quoc Emerald Bay introduced a series of family-friendly activities to make
What’s More Annoying: Finding Bed Bugs or Cigarette Smoke in Your Hotel Room?
Expedia released findings from its 2018 Global Flight and Hotel Etiquette study, an annual survey that looks at the flight and hotel etiquette habits of more than 18,000 adults around the world. Featuring insights from over 600 adult travelers in Thailand,
Hagi’s Teppanyakki Temptation
Centara Grand Hua Hin presents its “Teppanyaki Temptation” promotion, available throughout June and July at its Japanese restaurant Hagi, showcasing classic and exotic tastes of Japan with a modern presentation of dishes going right from the tabletop grill to your
A Grand City Escape at the Grand Spa
by Grace T. Kim The Grand Spa, located at Sheraton Grand Sukhumvit Hotel, is a perfect solution if you are in need of a relaxing escape from work and the city without having to leave the city. Not only is the
“Yummy Yum” Thai Salads – Reinterpreted
Known for its home-style Thai preparations, Suan Bua at Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin is presenting its “Yummy Yum" specials, spectacular variations of popular Thai salads with a hot buzz from Thai chili. Every day for lunch and dinner
Freebies for Chic Weddings at Le Meridien Bangkok
Want to celebrate your Big Day in the chic ambiance? Grand Atelier at Le Meridien Bangkok if offering a collection of benefits and privileges enhancing everything from the ceremony to the party are yours to choose from, for bookings and deposits
Madame Tussauds Singapore Unveils Bollywood Star Kajol’s Figure
Madame Tussauds Singapore continues to expand their International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards Experience with renowned award-winning Bollywood actress, Kajol. The launch was officiated by the Bollywood A-lister herself in a live side-by-side unveiling tomorrow, May 24, 2018. Kajol will join
Cheers to Charity: Negroni Week Is Back!
Campari, Italy’s iconic red apéritif, has joined forces with Imbibe Magazine for the sixth year to present Negroni Week 2018, celebrating the iconic Negroni cocktail – a mix of Campari, gin, and sweet red vermouth. The week-long international charity initiative will
The World’s First Biodegradable and Edible Straw to be Found at The Maldives
It’s widely claimed there are enough plastic straws to wrap around the Earth's circumference 2.5 times each day. Because they are so small, most straws are not recycled and usually end up in landfills and waterways, where they linger indefinitely,
Dusit International to Make Vietnam Debut this Month
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s foremost hotel and property development companies, will make its Vietnam debut this month with the opening of Dusit Princess Moonrise Beach Resort on the country’s largest island, Phu Quoc. Located in the South of Vietnam in
ANA’s First Airbus A380 to Debut with Hawaii Route
All Nippon Airways (ANA) looks set to elevate the flight experience to new heights with its new Airbus A380 aircraft. The aircraft, the first of three that the Japanese carrier has on order, will debut in spring 2019 on its Tokyo-Honolulu
A Fiesta of South American Flavors and Wine
Whet your appetite for a South American adventure in an encounter with 8 wines and almost 30 small plates eloquently expressing the fulsome flavors of Chile and Argentina. The latest “Wine Event” at Bamboo Chic Bar offers bottles from three top
Chef Gaston Acurio to Showcase Peruvian Cuisine in Bangkok
The celebrated chef and owner of Astrid y Gastón (named after him and his pastry-chef wife), a restaurant that has been ranked among the top 20 in the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list for three years in a row, is coming to Bangkok
Bangkok Welcomes KOI Restaurant Sathorn and The Club at KOI
The top floor of Sathorn Square Building in the exclusive Sathorn area of Bangkok paid witness to the grand opening gala for the contemporary Japanese dining Koi Restaurant, and the brand-new Club Koi in April. Highlights of the evening were: Japanese
How to Buy Affordable and Original Gemstones in Thailand
by Anita Zaror Why are some people coming all the way to Thailand to buy gemstones? Because you may have dinner in London with your girlfriend on Friday; fly into Bangkok on Saturday morning; buy her a diamond ring in the
Waking Up to a Wellness Morning Session
Starting the day feeling energized is possible through a wake-up yoga session with instructor Jiraphon Sansurawathin, followed by a spa retreat to reduce stress through Pullman Bangkok King Power's "wellness morning." This concept, developed from the "Sleep, Food, Sport + Spa" wellbeing
Mandarin Oriental Launches Guest Recognition Program
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, known for delighting guests with personalized service, will be even better recognized by joining Fans of M.O. and receiving an elevated range of privileges whenever they stay at Mandarin Oriental hotels around the world. Joining Fans of