Phillip Beriman As a major foreign investor in Vietnam, what have you done to attract more high-end travellers to Vietnam as well as to place the country on the world luxury tourism map? IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) is a global organisation with a broad portfolio of 15 well-known hotel brands. The fast-growing luxury segment is a really exciting space and we have made excellent progress in ensuring we have a wider offering for guests. Hot on the heels of adding Regent Hotels & Resorts last year, we’ve elevated Kimpton into the luxury space, opened our 200th InterContinental with Shanghai Wonderland - one of the most talked about hotels of 2018, and recently we were excited to welcome Six Senses - a leading operator of top-tier luxury hotels, resorts and spas with a truly world-renowned reputation for wellness and sustainability - to the IHG family. Demand for our established brands is being boosted by impressive design and service enhancements, we’re … [Read more...] about Branding Vietnam’s luxury tourism
HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
Wyndham Garden debuts in Vietnam’s capital city
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchisor and a leading provider of hotel management services, is celebrating the launch of its first Wyndham Garden hotel in Vietnam with the opening of Wyndham Garden Hanoi Wyndham Garden has been launched in the capital city This impressive upper-midscale Wyndham Garden hotel was developed by PPC An Thinh Investment and Infrastructure Development JSC (PPCAT) and will operate under a management agreement with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. Located just a few minutes from the National Convention Centre, Hanoi Museum and My Dinh National Stadium, Wyndham Garden Hanoi ushers in a new era of international accommodation in one of Hanoi’s fastest developing districts. Hanoi's downtown is only 20 minutes away and Noi Bai International Airport can be accessed in approximately 40 minutes. One of the youngest brands in the Wyndham portfolio, Wyndham Garden embraces natural materials, daylight, and pops of green to make … [Read more...] about Wyndham Garden debuts in Vietnam’s capital city
Sapa returns to glory days
The five-star accommodation born in Sapa The birth of Sapa At the turn of the 20th century, the French first started travelling from Hanoi to Cha Pa (the original name for Sapa) in the mountainous northwest of Vietnam. Despite the long distances, not to mention the precipitous slopes and harsh terrain they had to traverse, they would have been instantly enchanted by what they discovered on arrival. Vying for dominance of Asian territories with the British Empire, Sapa was situated in an ideal location as far as the French military strategists were concerned — a garrison was constructed in 1903. But the intrepid colonials must also have been bowled over by the awe-inspiring views and rejoiced while breathing in the crisp and cool mountain climes. The ultimate antidote In fact, for those used to suffering in the soupy, stultifying heat of Hanoi, especially through summer, Sapa must have felt like heaven. They immediately set about building a railway line that connected Hanoi to … [Read more...] about Sapa returns to glory days
Tastes Restaurant premieres at Becamex Hotel – New City
Officially opening on February 20, the brand-new Tastes Restaurant managed by Becamex Hospitality is now ready to welcome guests coming to savour the exquisiteness. Tastes Restaurant opened at Becamex Hotel – New City The opening of Tastes Restaurant follows the hotel’s 2019 plan to meet the increasing demand of guests staying at Becamex Hotel – New City, as well as satisfy diners with delightful culinary experiences. Hopefully, with this intensive renovation, the hotel will see even brighter business prospects in the coming time, according to general manager of Becamex Hospitality, Cheah Kuan Yean. Designed in a modern and luxurious style, Tastes Restaurant has the capacity to accommodate 164 guests at a time, with two separate dining rooms accommodating from 10 to 20 guests and a mezzanine serving 94 seats. At the front of the restaurant, a grand swimming pool lights up the space, while Tastes Restaurant's open cooking areas are the main attraction … [Read more...] about Tastes Restaurant premieres at Becamex Hotel – New City
Taste Restaurant premieres at Becamex Hotel – New City
Officially opening on February 20, the brand-new Taste Restaurant managed by Becamex Hospitality is now ready to welcome guests coming to savour the exquisiteness. Taste Restaurant opened at Becamex Hotel – New City The opening of Taste Restaurant follows the hotel’s 2019 plan to meet the increasing demand of guests staying at Becamex Hotel – New City, as well as satisfy diners with delightful culinary experiences. Hopefully, with this intensive renovation, the hotel will see even brighter business prospects in the coming time, according to general manager of Becamex Hospitality, Cheah Kuan Yean. Designed in a modern and luxurious style, Taste Restaurant has the capacity to accommodate 164 guests at a time, with two separate dining rooms accommodating from 10 to 20 guests and a mezzanine serving 94 seats. At the front of the restaurant, a grand swimming pool lights up the space, while Taste’s open cooking areas are the main attraction and create … [Read more...] about Taste Restaurant premieres at Becamex Hotel – New City