Starwood signs Four New Hotels in China
Posted November 6, 2008 , add a commentLe Meridien has signed an agreement with Wanda Group to open two new properties in China, one in Qingdao and one in Chongqing. Scheduled to open in 2011, the two new Le Meridien hotels further strengthen the Le Meridien brand’s growing portfolio in China.
In addition, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, the parent company of Le Meridien, has also signed an agreement with Wanda Group to add a Sheraton in Wuxi and a Westin in Taiyuan to the Starwood portfolio in China.
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Best Western signs Two New Hotels in Bangkok
Posted September 21, 2008 , add a commentBest Western International has signed two all-new Best Western hotels in the heart of Bangkok; Best Western Premier Sukhumvit, opening first quarter of 2011, and the Best Western @ 20, opening in 2010. Located at the heart of the Bangkok, on Sukhumvit Soi 1, Best Western Premier Sukhumvit is ideally poised for access to the BTS skytrain at Pleonchit and Nana Stations, giving guests the freedom of the city. Expressway access is equally convenient. At proximity is the internationally-renowned Bamrungrad Hospital along with major embassies, excellent shopping and non-stop entertainment. Continue reading 'Best Western signs Two New...'
The Magic Of Phuket, Thailand
Posted August 27, 2008 , add a commentWhen I first arrived in Thailand, I did not expect to fall in love. In fact, just the opposite was true. Driving into Bangkok for a three-day stopover on the way to Phuket Island, my first impression was one of shabby buildings, unsophisticated advertising billboards, and suffocating smog. In the superficial glance I was able to give it, (and through the lens of my Western cultural viewpoint), Bangkok looked like a tawdry imitation of what I had left behind.
Now, after just two weeks spent on Phuket Island, I find that Thailand has captured my heart. I am smitten with the grace of the people, the lush, tropical beauty, and the easy-going and peaceful nature of the place. I initially wondered if the friendliness of theThai people was directed only at my tourist dollars. However, I soon met a young Canadian couple who live up north and teach English; they assured me that it is not. Thailand is called “The Land of Smiles” for very good reason.
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Bangkok travel tips
Posted , add a commentTravel To Bangkok, Thailand’s Best Destinations, Time is passing like reading a fluent, joyful and romantic poem. You get the highest pleasure and do not want to forget it. Bangkok is like that poem. Fluent from dawn to dusk, joyful in the morning, romantic at the evening, and burning at night. Here is Bangkok.
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