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Joyned and Volunteer World Announce Partnership

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Joyned and Volunteer World Announce Partnership - TRAVELNEWSHUB.comAward-winning social revenue innovator Joyned has announced a new agreement with Volunteer World, the leading comparison platform for volunteer programs abroad. The partnership enables those seeking a meaningful travel experience to discuss and plan volunteering trips directly on the Volunteer World website, making the process seamless and collaborative.

Joyned’s AI-based social revenue platform allows people to invite friends and family to discuss and make plans in a private and secure online space directly on the vendor’s site. Elevating the social experience for users, it simultaneously equips vendors with previously unavailable insights into the decision-making process based on group dynamics, conversations, and intent.

With around 1.6 million people worldwide going abroad to volunteer each year, there’s a real need to provide volunteers with a seamless user experience during their search. Pascal Christiaens, CEO of Volunteer World, said the decision to partner with Joyned was a strategic move to amplify the collaborative experience for users, as well as to increase revenue and competitiveness.

“We designed Volunteer World to connect people with the social projects they’ve been dreaming of. We see great value in implementing new and advanced social features for our users, who can now use Joyned to plan their volunteering journeys with friends and family members. As volunteers search and compare opportunities based on their preferences, the data-driven insights we gain at the same time are invaluable for providing them with the best-optimized options,” Christiaens added.

Commenting on the partnership, Michael Levinson, C0-Founder of Joyned, said: “We’re very excited to announce our new partnership with Volunteer World, making international volunteering accessible everywhere from Peru to South Africa. We’re truly honored to be supporting their team in enhancing users’ experience while fulfilling their desire for meaningful travel and worldwide volunteering.”

Sites like Volunteer World can typically achieve 5x their conversion rates and 6x their Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) thanks to Joyned. By leveraging secure and encrypted data-driven insights on sentiment analysis, price perception, and buying intent, they can further enrich their offering with tailored offers and personalized deals. Combined with an improved, more social, and collaborative user experience, this provides them with a competitive edge that would not be possible otherwise.

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

Meliá Announces First Meliá Collection Hotel in Vietnam

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Meliá Announces First Meliá Collection Hotel in Vietnam - TOP25HOTELS.comMeliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat, in the lush uplands of Ba Vi National Park near Hanoi, is the first hotel in Vietnam to join the storied, hand-picked collection of properties around the world that form The Meliá Collection. The portfolio was created to bring together some of Meliá Hotels International’s most distinctive and one-of-a-kind properties and to deepen the brand’s commitment to introducing authentic destinations to travelers.

The new agreement was signed in May with the official name change taking place in May 2025. The charming destination, located within the national park, will become Meliá Ba Vi Mountain, Member of Meliá Collection. The award-winning 55-room and villa property, set deep in the forest, was selected for its commitment to sustainability, unique location, and an unparalleled design aesthetic that fuses French colonial and Vietnamese village architecture. It is built upon the historic foundations of a French residence and embraces the local landscape with abundant open spaces and a lineup of activities that immerse guests in the surrounding primitive landscape.

“We have promoted the preservation of what Mother Nature offers and the cultural and historic values unique to Ba Vi Mountain,” said Mr Luong Ngoc Anh, owner of Melia Ba Vi Mountain Retreat. Right from the start, our designs were nature-friendly and in harmony with the surroundings, honoring the enduring historical legacy. We want to bring our guests a feeling of harmony and comfort through experiences that connect the past and the present and embrace sustainable development.”

Ba Vi’s only resort by a global brand will undergo refurbishments to further elevate its gastronomic offering and increase the range of wellness and well-being activities, in the spa and beyond. All-inclusive plans are also in the works to enable guests to have a full experience of the property.

The resort, known for its nature-based excursions, will strongly emphasize delivering exclusive experiences to guests. These experiences will range from a guided tour of the 200 relics in the historic French hill station to a rejuvenating forest bathing session where visitors will uncover the mystical legends of the mountain and forge a deep connection with nature using all their senses. The highlight of this excursion is a meditation session to the symphony of nature sounds set against the soothing backdrop of a cascading waterfall. Guests can also partake in a hands-on workshop to learn the natural dyeing techniques used for generations by the indigenous ethnic community residing in the area.

“Meliá Collection properties appeal to travelers seeking a genuine connection with their destination through both the property and the unique experiences on offer that provide an unmistakable sense of place,” said Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and CEO of Meliá Hotels International.

The Collection currently includes unique properties that leverage the appeal of destinations as exotic as the Serengeti and as rich with history as the one-time residence of French aristocrats in Paris.

In addition to Meliá Serengeti Lodge and Hotel Villa Marquis in Paris there are six additional Meliá Collection hotels in six countries. These include Tenuta di Artimino in Tuscany; Hotel Maison Colbert in Paris, the Meliá London Kensington, the Meliá Desert Palm in Dubai, Summum Boutique Hotel in Palma de Mallorca, Ratxó Retreat Hotel in Puigpunyent Mallorca, Casa de las Artes in Madrid, and the Hacienda del Conde on the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands. All have “Member of Meliá Collection” in their proper name and the ethos behind the portfolio in all they offer.

In May this year Meliá Hotels International announced their first hotel in Laos, Grand Luang Prabang, which will undergo a 12-month rebranding process to become a member of the Melia Collection in 2025.

“While all properties in the collection are completely distinct, they are bound by a commitment to the utmost in gastronomy, the singular appeal of their design and a celebration of destination,” said Ignacio Martin, Managing Director Asia Pacific of Meliá Hotels International.

The resort also features a YHI Spa, four season swimming pool set among French relics, MICE facilities and two restaurants and one lounge. Over the years the property has been recognized with several awards including the ‘International Sustainable Award’ from Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2023 and the ‘Luxury Wellness Retreat’ award from The World Luxury Awards 2023.

About The Meliá Collection

The Meliá Collection is a carefully curated selection of singular hotels with endless charm and an unmistakable sense of home. This new addition to Meliá Hotels International’s portfolio of brands unfolds a new definition of experiential luxury travel through an exceptional selection of hotels that boast cultural legacy and unique stories in iconic locations: Maison Colbert and Villa Marquis, both in Paris, Tenuta di Artimino in Tuscany, Meliá Serengeti Lodge and Ngorongoro Lodge in Tanzania, Meliá London Kensington in London, Meliá Desert Palm in Dubai, Hacienda del Conde in Tenerife, Summum Boutique Hotel in Palma de Mallorca, Ratxó Retreat Hotel in Puigpunyent, Mallorca and Casa de las Artes in Madrid.

This new collection of hotels represents a further step in Meliá’s differentiation strategy and its commitment to conscious and purposeful travelling, promoting the discovery and authenticity of destinations, whether it is the essence of a city, an exclusive beachfront location or a remote and exotic place in a natural environment. The Meliá Collection will soon add new openings in Milan, Palassa Beach (Albania), Cadiz, Arxan – Inner Mongolia (China), Vietnam and La Habana, Cuba.

About Meliá Hotels International

Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or in the process of opening in more than 40 countries, and a portfolio of nine brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Affiliated by Meliá. The Company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure segment and its experience in this area has allowed it to consolidate itself in the growing market of urban hotels inspired by leisure. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led it to be recognised as the most sustainable European hotel company (listed as “Sustainability Yearbook Member” in 2024 by S&P Global), as well as being a “Top Employer 2024” brand in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy, Germany, France and Vietnam. Meliá Hotels International is also part of the IBEX 35.

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

AWC Launches Teeshot Bar the First Sports Simulator with F&B and Karaoke

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AWC Launches Teeshot Bar the First Sports Simulator with F&B and Karaoke - TRAVELINDEXBangkok, Thailand, June 19, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC), Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group, launches ‘Teeshot Bar’ at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park. The first innovative sports simulator bar with entertainment in a hotel features interactive golf and football sports programming, a karaoke area and a counter bar with a diverse selection of food and beverages. It offers an engaging hub for virtual sports, entertainment, deliciousness, and fun leisure, all within a luxury lifestyle neighborhood in Bangkok’s CBD, Sukhumvit Road. Designed under the concept ‘Sport Innovative: A Hidden Square Venue,’ this state-of-the-art facility caters to business travelers, leisure seekers, families and activity enthusiasts. It also serves as a space for corporate creative activities and fun meetings. The ‘Teeshot Bar’ will redefine the MICE business at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, offering a comprehensive experience, aims to position Bangkok as a world-class destination.

• Teeshot Bar is created under the ‘Sport Innovative A Hidden Square Venue’ concept, fostering a dynamic environment that encourages joyful gathering with physical activity by integrating cutting-edge technology and social lifestyle through sport and entertainment.

• Teeshot Bar’ enhances the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park Hotel’s reputation as a premier MICE destination in Bangkok, offering comprehensive amenities and top-notch entertainment.

Mrs. Wallapa Traisorat, Chief Executive Officer and President, Asset World Corp Public Company Limited or AWC, said “We are delighted to introduce ‘Teeshot Bar’ at Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, the newest integrated innovative sports simulator in the heart of Bangkok. Teeshot Bar is more than just a state-of-the-art sports simulator, it is a vibrant hub that combines sports activities with fun, delicious dining, and relaxation, offering a superior and healthy lifestyle experience within the hotel. This hub is designed to create memorable experiences and forge connections among travelers. Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, located in the heart of the luxury lifestyle neighborhood of Phrom Phong in Bangkok’s CBD, is a prime destination for global travelers and businesspeople. With the potential to significantly elevate the Thai tourism industry, AWC is confident that the ‘Teeshot Bar’ will introduce a unique and innovative new dimension to the hotel by offering sports entertainment and a vibrant mix of creative activities, it is poised to bring joy and warmly welcome travelers from around the globe.”

Mr. Simon Bell, General Manager of Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, said “The launch of ‘Teeshot Bar’ adds a unique touch to Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, elevating the overall experience to satisfy all guests, from retail to MICE delegates. Featuring state-of-the-art sports bar simulators, karaoke area, counter bar and large LED screens for watching sporting events and hosting various social activities, along with the hotel’s renowned food and beverage services, it promises to fully integrate the needs of our guests. Our goal is to provide a memorable and superior experience with comprehensive services, everything under one roof. This supports the Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park in becoming a premier tourist destination with world-class services, right in the heart of Bangkok.”

At Teeshot Bar, guests are invited to immerse themselves in an unparalleled sports and entertainment experience. Our cutting-edge golf and football programming includes engaging mini-games, virtual tournaments and skill-testing football challenges with various game scenarios. For those who love to sing, our karaoke area provides the perfect spot to belt out favorite tunes with friends. The counter bar offers expertly crafted cocktails, beer and fine wines, with an LED widescreen enhancing the ambiance, making it an ideal backdrop for watching major sports events and hosting social gatherings. Our diverse menu of international premium F&B options features snacks and pizzas, including highlights like mini hamburgers, loaded fries with satay sauce, mayo, chopped onions and Margherita pizza with fresh tomatoes, and mozzarella. Teeshot Bar caters to diverse needs, from business meetings, casual business talks, sophisticated co-working lounge to a vibrant sports entertainment.

The Tee shot Bar, designed with the inspiration to create a dynamic and immersive environment that encourages movement and innovation. Seamlessly integrating technology and social lifestyle, this space features fluid lines and geometric shapes, with a curved bar and angular accents that mirror the fluidity of movement and the aesthetics of sports equipment, while the color palette combines bold hues to evoke energy and passion, balanced by warm and calming grays and whites. Moreover, technology is deeply integrated into the space, featuring virtual reality simulators and golf swing motion capture systems that track movements and provide feedback for improvement and smart lighting with an infinity mirror of fiber optics. Enhancing the overall experience while reducing environmental impact, sports simulators offer an eco-friendly alternative, making the sport more sustainable and accessible for everyone.

“This innovative venue elevates the traveler experience to new heights and underscores our commitment to making Phrom Phong and Sukhumvit areas become the ultimate destination for unforgettable lifestyle experiences. It serves as a premier hub for sports enthusiasts, corporate team-building activities, meeting and social gatherings, further solidifying Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park’s status as a leading MICE hotel in Bangkok. We believe that Teeshot Bar will attract a diverse range of travelers, contribute to the local economy and reinforce Thailand’s reputation as a global tourism destination,” concluded Mrs. Wallapa.

‘Teeshot Bar’ is located on the M floor of Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park and is open from 10:00 AM to midnight.

For reservations, please contact: Email: restaurant-reservations.bkkqp@marriotthotels.com Tel: +66 2 059 5555

About Asset World Corp Public Company Limited
Asset World Corp Public Company Limited (AWC) is Thailand’s leading integrated lifestyle real estate group and a member of TCC Group, with the focus on hospitality, lifestyle destinations, and commercial workspaces. Driven by the philosophy of “Building a Better Future,” AWC strives to grow and expand beyond the norms with a diverse array of quality projects, providing responsible and sustainable solutions for all our stakeholders. The company has two main businesses. Hospitality business managed by top hotel executives of world-renowned hotel brands such as Marriott, The Luxury Collection, InterContinental, Okura, Banyan Tree, Hilton, Sheraton, and Melia, and Commercial properties whose projects include 1) Retail and Wholesale such as lifestyle travel destinations, community shopping malls, community markets, and wholesale business real estate. Popular real estate projects consist of Asiatique the Riverfront Destination, Gateway at Bangsue, Phenix, and Tawanna Bangkapi, and 2) Commercial buildings including the famous ‘The Empire’ and Athenee Tower located in Bangkok’s central business district. AWC is committed to integrating its sustainability strategy in every part of its operations to create long-term sustainable value for all stakeholders. The sustainability strategy consists of three key pillars: Better Planet, Better People and Better Prosperity, while the framework has created numerous long-term initiatives including the reConcept, The GALLERY and other

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

Meliá Danang Beach Resort Completes Ambitious Expansion Project

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Meliá Danang Beach Resort Completes Ambitious Expansion Project - TRAVELNEWSHUB.comMeliá Danang Beach Resort has refreshed its Spanish charm with the completion of a two-year renovation that added 262 rooms, new MICE facilities, an expanded restaurant offering and a fresh look for the lobby and pool area.

The new rooms and suites feature open-plan modern interiors. The decor is inspired by beach culture with a sandy color scheme, pops of blue, and ocean-inspired artwork. Elements of local culture are also apparent, including bamboo lamps. Two room categories were added including a Premium Partial Ocean View. The 42 square meter room features a rain shower and soaking tub, and a double bed or two twins, along with a desk space and comfy sofa to enjoy the outlook. The Deluxe Sea View room, at 38 square meters, can also accommodate a double or twin bed and features a similar bright and crisp interior design.

As the popular coastal city continues to draw both business and leisure travelers, the hotel has also groomed its MICE appeal with two new upscale ballrooms and five new breakout rooms, each of which is named for the five traditional elements of metal, earth, wood, water, and fire. The five individual peaks of the sacred Marble Mountains also carry the same monikers.

The beachfront resort now offers a total of five different meeting/convention rooms and seven breakout rooms. The largest and newest ballroom, Vistar, is able to accommodate up to 600 guests at 620 square meters. The modern Marble meeting space, at 558 square meters, has a capacity of up to 500 guests.

Cape Nao, the Spanish culinary soul of the property has further tapped into Meliá’s Mediterranean roots with the expansion of the outdoor terrace area, increasing the capacity for outdoor dining to 110 guests. The new, spacious dining area, overlooking the ocean, epitomizes the Mediterranean lifestyle, with its preference for outdoor living and enjoying good food under the sun.

The hotel has seven different pools, three of which are available exclusively for The Level guests. With the refurbishment, the water height of the main pool is now level with the surrounding landscaping, and boasts an unobstructed view of the sandy shore and waves beyond.

The hotel’s arrival experience has been further elevated with the addition of a covered arrival area surrounded by tropical foliage.

Meliá Danang Beach Resort is a 521-key resort with multiple dining outlets introducing Mediterranean and South East Asian flavors, wellbeing offerings ranging from pampering at its YHI Spa to more physical pursuits such as yoga classes or exercising at the gym, and nine different room and suite options to meet the varying needs of guests.

The hotel was recently awarded Trip Advisor’s ‘Best of the Best’ Travelers’ Choice Award 2024, the highest recognition available through the leading travel guidance platform. The prestigious recognition is given to hotels and resorts ranked in the top 1% of properties worldwide.

To celebrate the new MICE facilities, Meliá Danang Beach Resort is offering a 15% discount on full day meeting packages booked from now until December 30, 2024. The special package includes two tea breaks, one lunch, and meeting room rental with equipment set up. Rates start from VND 890,000 per delegate.

About Meliá Hotels International
Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or in the process of opening in more than 40 countries, and a portfolio of nine brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Affiliated by Meliá. The Company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure segment and its experience in this area has allowed it to consolidate itself in the growing market of urban hotels inspired by leisure. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led it to be recognised as the most sustainable European hotel company (listed as “Sustainability Yearbook Member” in 2024 by S&P Global), as well as being a “Top Employer 2024” brand in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy, Germany, France and Vietnam. Meliá Hotels International is also part of the IBEX 35.

About Meliá Hotels & Resorts
Meliá has 125 hotels in Europe (57), America (19), Cuba (15), Africa (5) and Asia (29). We are present in 31 countries and currently have 24 hotels under development in 10 countries.

At Meliá Hotels & Resorts, we stand out for our unique Spanish style in the hospitality industry and for our warmth, closeness and passion for service. This means that we offer our guests a unique wellness experience.

Our Spanish warmth and spontaneity are part of our Mediterranean roots and are always present in the Meliá experience. An experience that is enriched by providing thoughtful extra services. Paying attention to the smallest details and providing personalized experiences for each guest.

We see wellness from an innovative perspective. It is not wellness applied only to nutrition or wellness services, it is 360º wellness. The wellness we want to convey is global. You can find it in all aspects of the brand from different perspectives: physical wellness, spiritual wellness, leisure wellness, social wellness, occupational wellness, environmental wellness, financial wellness and nutritional wellness.

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Meliá Chiang Mai Celebrates Slow Travel with Long-Stay Perks

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Meliá Chiang Mai Celebrates Slow Travel with Long-Stay Perks - TOP25HOTELS.comAs an increasing number of travellers embrace ‘slow travel’, Meliá Chiang Mai is offering a host of benefits ranging from discounts on spa and dining to access to its executive lounge.

For stays of seven days or more, the urban hotel’s “Travel Slow in Chiang Mai” package affords guests daily 20% discounts on YHI Spa treatments, minibar items, laundry, and food and beverage at the hotel’s two restaurants, two bars, lobby lounge and in-room dining.

Drawing on Meliá’s Spanish origins and celebrating Spain’s famed gastronomy, Meliá Chiang Mai’s dining landscape features restaurants Mai Restaurant and Bar and Laan Na Kitchen, bars Mai The Sky Bar and Tien Pool Bar, and lounges Ruen Kaew and The Level Lounge; the latter a 21st-floor executive lounge with panoramic views of the city.

Featuring seven treatment rooms designed in an underwater theme and a Thai herbal sauna and steam, YHI Spa uses ancient Asian healing wisdom combined with modern wellness techniques. Its broad spectrum of treatments includes massages, body scrubs and wraps, facials, hydrotherapy, manicures and pedicures.

Guests staying in The Level Room categories, including The Level Premium Room, The Level Premium Corner Room, The Level Suite and The Level Presidential Suite, also enjoy exclusive access to 21st floor The Level Lounge, which offers all-day snacks and beverages accompanied by panoramic vistas of the city and famed Doi Suthep Temple on the mountaintop to the west.

The executive lounge’s amenities and experiences include a private breakfast service from 7-10.30am, afternoon tea from 2.30-4pm, and cocktails and canapes for adults only from 5-7pm.

Tucked under the hotel’s 22nd floor 360-degree rooftop bar Mai The Sky Bar, the highest bar in Chiang Mai, The Level Lounge is a visual marvel. Guests enter the venue under an arch that pays homage to a nearby temple. In a salute to Chiang Mai’s Bo Sang Umbrella Village, large installations of illuminated umbrella ribs cling to the ceiling. Various artworks of umbrella canopies hang on the walls, such as those made from antique Chiang Mai textiles.

Fresh complimentary fruits in the room on arrival and a late check-out until 2pm are also among long-stay benefits.

“If you want to stay in one place for longer on your travels, Chiang Mai is the ultimate slow travel destination due to so much to see and do, ranging from the Old Town and incredible Buddhist temples to bustling markets and then elephant sanctuaries and night safaris,” said Meliá Chiang Mai’s general manager Marc Selinger.

“Our ‘Travel Slow in Chiang Mai’ experience encourages travellers and digital nomads to make the most out of their time in this charming historical city and its reinvigorating mountainous surrounds with all sorts of pampering perks at our hotel.”

Guests staying for two weeks or longer also receive one-time access to Mai The Sky Bar and a cocktail on the house.

Meliá Chiang Mai is located on the lively Charoen Prathet Road by the River Ping and Night Bazaar. With a design that pays homage to contemporary aesthetics and Chiang Mai’s charming history and culture, Meliá Chiang Mai is located six kilometers from the Chiang Mai International Airport, near an array of tourist attractions including the Old Town with its ancient moat and red-brick walls and the city’s oldest temple Wat Chiang Man.

The 20% discount applied to food and beverage excludes alcoholic beverages. Late check-out is subject to availability.

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

VGC Clubs Turn Up Heat With Summer Deals

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VGC Clubs Turn Up Heat With Summer Deals - TOP25GOLFCOURSES.comVietnam Golf Coast (VGC) clubs are turning up the heat this summer with a raft of sizzling offers. With championship layouts designed by legends such as Colin Montgomerie (Montgomerie Links), Luke Donald (Ba Na Hills Golf Club), and Sir Nick Faldo (Laguna Golf Lang Co), Central Vietnam has emerged as one of Asia’s top destinations for play.

And the clubs putting the region on the global golf map are pulling out the stops during the hottest period of the year. Enticements range from twilight golf to stay-and-play packages that link world-class play with some of Vietnam’s most luxurious accommodations.

At Montgomerie Links, visitors can combine play on the acclaimed course — a subtle beauty where Montgomerie has fashioned old-world design elements into a challenging layout — with accommodation at its on-site hotel. Its summer Stay & Play package comes in at a highly attractive rate of just VND3,475,000 (USD136) per person.

For those looking to extend their golfing experience, a second round is priced at VND1,000,000 (USD40) for 9 holes and VND1,600,000 (USD63) for 18 holes. Other summer season highlights at the club include discounts on driving range membership, bulk-buy packages of 10 or 30 rounds and special rates for corporate clients.

“Central Vietnam is very much a year-round destination for golf and visitors can look forward to discounted access to immaculately conditioned courses during the summer season,” said Le Vo Hoang Van, club manager at Montgomerie Links.

Stay-and-play possibilities and twilight golf are among the highlights at Laguna Lang Co, where the Sir Nick Faldo Signature Design at Laguna Golf Lang Co is complemented by sumptuous accommodations at Banyan Tree Lang Co and Angsana Lang Co hotels.

Indeed, Laguna Golf Lang Co and Ba Na Hills Golf Club were named among the top 100 golf resorts in the world last year by golf.com.

Special rates on golf include green fees of VND1,600,000 (USD63) for tee off after 2pm, a “Golden Hour” rate of VND999,999 (USD39) for tee off from 3 pm, and a sunset rate of VND800,000 (USD32) for tee off from 3.30 pm. Golfers teeing off after 3 pm also get a free ice-cold beer included in the special rate. There’s also a “play 4, pay 3” rate that offers guests flexibility.

“We are proud to be able to offer one of the region’s best stay-and-play combinations here at Laguna Lang Co,” said Stephen Banks, Director of Golf at Laguna Lang Co. “Golfers can take advantage of our fantastic twilight rates and then cool off with their families in the 300m mega pool at Angsana Lang Co or in the private pool at some of the most appealing villas in Vietnam.”

At Ba Na Hills Golf Club, where Donald’s masterpiece winds through undulating terrain, floodlights enable the possibility of night golf. As such, visitors can take advantage of a Twi-night Golf promotion that applies for tee times from 1.48 pm onwards. The rate for 18-holes under this offer is priced at VND2,500,000 (USD100) per person and includes one local beer.

A few long-iron shots from Ba Na Hills Golf Club is Sun World Ba Na Hills, home to the famous Golden Bridge: a 150-metre-long pedestrian bridge that is one of Asia’s most photographed landmarks. The Golf & Sunworld package (VND3,800,00/USD150) includes one round of golf, a round-trip cable car ticket to Sun World Ba Na Hills, a complimentary WOW-PASS ticket, and an E-voucher for F&B benefits at Sunworld Ba Na Hills.

“We know that summer holiday time is precious,” said Gary Dixon, General Manager of Ba Na Hills Golf Club. “Our packages mean that golfers and their families can make the most of the golf and activities in the region.”

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First published at TravelNewsHub.com – Global Travel News

Bangkok’s TOP25 Restaurants 2024 Revealed at Park Hyatt Bangkok

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Bangkok, Thailand, June 10, 2024 / TRAVELINDEX / TOP25Restaurants.com, the world’s first organization to use artificial intelligence (AI) to curate and recognize the finest dining establishments across the globe, is thrilled to unveil the much-anticipated list of the top 25 restaurants in Bangkok for 2024. This year marks a new and highly updated edition of the prestigious ranking, a testament to our commitment to celebrating culinary excellence in Bangkok.

The top spot was taken by restaurant POTONG, a Thai-Chinese fine dining restaurant by chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij, followed closely by Côte by Mauro Colagreco at Capella hotel and helmed by chef Davide Garavaglia, in third Baan Tepa, the new two-star Michelin restaurant and in fourth came the internationally acclaimed restaurant SORN where Chef Ice serves unmatched Southern Thai food. Seven restaurants were newly awarded and included in the TOP25, among Embassy Room offering the first Catalan Culinary Experience in Bangkok, Chai Jia Chai, a premier modern Cantonese omakase restaurant and restaurant ÎNT surprising guests with progressive Thai, 13-course tasting menu.

Founded by Bernard Metzger, the visionary behind the TOP25 Restaurants Guide series said; “In 2018, when we launched TOP25 Restaurants Bangkok as the world’s first AI-powered restaurant guide our aim was transform how we discover and celebrate exceptional dining experiences. There was no Chat GPT and few people had even heard of AI, artificial intelligence; the goal was to publish a guide that is more dynamic, comprehensive, and objective than any other.”

The TOP25 Restaurants Bangkok Awards 2024 event took place on June 10, 2024, at the luxurious Park Hyatt Bangkok hotel.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the award certificate to each of the top 25 restaurants Bangkok award winners. These elegant certificates featured the restaurant’s name and its 2024 rank and were personally presented by Mr. Chattan Kunjara Na Ayudhya, Deputy Governor for International Marketing (Asia and South Pacific) at the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) and Mr. Noor Ahmad Hamid, Chief Executive Officer of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). This added a touch of distinction to the evening, underscoring the significance of this recognition.

THE TOP25 Restaurants Bangkok 2024 –
Ranked by the Restaurant Rating Index ( www.top25restaurants.com/thailand/bangkok/ )

1. Potong
2. Côte by Mauro Colagreco
3. Baan Tepa
4. Sorn
5. Embassy Room
6. Mezzaluna
7. INDDEE
8. Chef’s Table
9. Savelberg
10. Sühring
11. Gaa
12. Chia Jai Chia
13. Maison Dunand
14. Elements, Inspired by Ciel Bleu
15. R-Haan
16. Sushi Masato
17. IGNIV
18. Le Du
19. Juksunchae
20. Khaan
21. Blue by Alain Ducasse
22. Resonance
23. CLARA
24. ÎNT Restaurant
25. Mia

For the first time, Travelindex Group introduced the TOP25 Restaurants Special Awards to honor not only the top 25 winners but also excellence in culinary heritage, groundbreaking innovation in the restaurant industry, and a young rising star chef.

The winners of the special awards are:
• PerfectCheck received the Restaurant Industry Innovation Award
• Chef Goji Kobayashi, Chef-Owner at Sushi Kuuya received the Young Rising Star Chef Award
• North Restaurant, was awarded the Culinary Heritage Excellence Award

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all 25 winners and special award recipients and express our gratitude to the culinary community in Bangkok for their unwavering dedication to the art of gastronomy. Your passion and creativity continue to inspire and delight.

About TOP25 Restaurants by Travelindex:
TOP25 Restaurants is the World’s First AI-Powered restaurant guide. It is the only independent, global rating system based on artificial intelligence enhanced by human expertise and discernment. This dynamic synergy not only ensures unparalleled accuracy but enriches the curation process with a depth of understanding and nuance unparalleled elsewhere. The annual TOP25 Restaurants Awards celebrates the most outstanding restaurants and showcases the ultimate collection of dining venues in each destination. TOP25 Restaurants is owned by Travelindex Group, a content-driven ecosystem for the travel and tourism sectors. The media group operates an open and free digital platform, connecting millions of travelers worldwide and providing inspiration and advice for discerning travelers and tourists. In addition to Bangkok, Travelindex Group also publishes TOP25 Restaurant Guides in the following destinations: Phuket, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macao, Shanghai, Delhi and Dubai. www.top25restaurants.com

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About Park Hyatt Bangkok
Park Hyatt Bangkok is a Tranquil Oasis above Bustling Bangkok. Centrally located in the heart of the Thai capital’s central business district. Featuring contemporary architecture matched by luxurious residential interiors, expertly curated art, world-class food and wine, and refined service, all coupled with a promise to offer unique Thai experiences that reflect the country’s rich culture, gracious hospitality, and colorful lifestyles. The hotels interior design brief – to create a sophisticated private residence and sanctuary reflecting Thailand’s rich culture – was eloquently executed by New York- based Yabu Pushelberg, who also served as the designers of the brand’s flagship Park Hyatt New York hotel. This is the award0winning design duo’s first hotel in Bangkok, and they have created a calm and stylish environment unfolding through a series of unique and intimate spaces.

About PerfectCheck
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Thailand’s First INNSiDE Hotel Named Best Luxury Bleisure Hotel

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Thailand’s First INNSiDE Hotel Named Best Luxury Bleisure Hotel - TOP25HOTELS.comINNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit has been lauded as the leading luxury bleisure hotel in Bangkok in this year’s Luxury Lifestyle Awards.

Based in New York City, the global awards are in their 16th year and assess more than 5,000 goods and services in 400 categories from more than 100 countries. According to the awards’ organising committee: “The objective of these awards is to recognise excellence across the whole range of industry sectors and maintain the highest standards in the industry worldwide”.

After undergoing a selection process by the award’s organizing committee based on selection criteria including reputation, craftsmanship, credibility, uniqueness, brand awareness, sustainability, luxury experience, personalization, and excellence, INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit has been deemed the winner of the ‘Best Luxury Bleisure Hotel in Bangkok’ category. The organising committee applauded the hotel, that debuted in July 2023, for being “one of the best in its sector” and its “impeccable reputation and professional performance”.

INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit’s general manager Aarron Nelson said he and his team were thrilled the urban lifestyle hotel has been recognised on the world stage for its eclectic mix of remarkable business and leisure facilities and services so soon after its July 2023 debut.

“With integrated co-working spaces, playful meeting rooms and multifunctional areas designed to encourage creativity and productivity, a sky-high transparent infinity pool, incredible rooftop tapas bar LUZ and more, we’re not your typical bleisure hotel,” said Nelson. “Our hotel has a lot of storytelling behind it; each floor tells a story about a certain famous Bangkok landmark. Our compelling design, our vibrant team, and all the exciting possibilities we offer seamlessly combining business and leisure are connecting with a lot of people.”

Situated at 1472 Sukhumvit Road, the new On Nut hotel is a 30-minute ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport and close to an array of services and attractions suited to business and leisure travellers including the On Nut BTS Skytrain station and Bangkok’s largest convention centre, BITEC.

The hotel’s vast 32nd floor co-working space with soaring floor-to-ceiling windows offers a front seat to Bangkok’s sweeping skyline. Five meeting rooms and multifunctional areas, such as the Big Ideas Space, underpin the INNSiDE brand and lend themselves to being mixed and matched for all sorts of bespoke social and corporate events.

Together with the hotel’s jewel in the crown, an awe-inspiring infinity pool, The Giant Swing Pool Bar commands the 34th floor. Nestled between bar and pool, a compelling contemporary interpretation of Bangkok’s Brahman structure The Giant Swing is a dramatic photo backdrop. By night, the pool bar becomes an upper-floor extension of the hotel’s 33rd floor LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar. Offering authentic Spanish tapas, wines, beer on tap, cocktails and signature sangrias, the tapas bar invites diners to embark on a culinary pilgrimage across Spain. A spectacle unlike any other in Bangkok, tapas bar guests peer into the bottom of the infinity pool.

INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit is part of a collection of unique urban and beach hotels in 14 different countries designed for those with curious minds who cultivate a fluid lifestyle when it comes to work and leisure.

About Meliá Hotels International

Founded in 1956 in Palma de Mallorca (Spain), Meliá Hotels International has more than 400 hotels open or in the process of opening in more than 40 countries, and a portfolio of nine brands: Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, The Meliá Collection, Paradisus by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ZEL, INNSiDE by Meliá, Sol by Meliá and Affiliated by Meliá. The Company is one of the world’s leading hotel chains in the leisure segment and its experience in this area has allowed it to consolidate itself in the growing market of urban hotels inspired by leisure. Its commitment to responsible tourism has led it to be recognised as the most sustainable European hotel company according to S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2024, as well as being a “Top Employer 2024” brand in Spain, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Italy, Germany, France and Vietnam. Meliá Hotels International is also part of the IBEX 35.

About INNSiDE by Meliá
INNSiDE is a collection of unique urban and beach hotels designed for those with curious minds and fluid lives. Always true to their destination, they give guests the freedom to connect or disconnect among an independent community of like-minded travellers.

INNSiDE provides guests with all the everyday essentials and extra-special details to make their stay all the more unique. From in-room comforts to the inspiring Big Idea Space, Open Living Lounges, and fitness studios, we allow guests to feel more-than-at-home.

Sustainability is also packed into all the little details: every room is equipped with paper and plastic-free collateral and complimentary organic cosmetics. INNSiDE celebrates the culture of each of its locations with an events calendar, handy city guides for guests, and by spotlighting a local artist’s work across the hotel walls and onto merchandise and staff uniforms.

There are currently 38 INNSiDE by Meliá properties worldwide, with the brand continuing to expand its global footprint. All properties are located in the best lifestyle neighbourhood travel destinations. Some of them are Spain (Madrid, Mallorca, Ibiza, Fuerteventura, Zaragoza), United Kingdom (Liverpool, Newcastle, Manchester), United States (New York, Lima), Germany (Berlin, Bremen, Frankfurt, Munich, Dresden, Düsseldorf, Aachen, Leipzig, Hamburg) Czech Republic (Prague), France (Paris), Italy (Milano), China (Zhengzhou), Indonesia (Yogyakarta), Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) and Netherlands (Amsterdam) .

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Niarra Travel Appoints Lindsey Walter as Managing Director

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London-based tour operator Niarra Travel has officially appointed Lindsey Walter as Managing Director, effective immediately. Walter has been serving as Acting Managing Director since October 2023, guiding the company through a crucial phase in its development.

As a co-founder of Niarra, Lindsey has played a pivotal role in shaping the business since its inception during the Covid pandemic. With over 20 years of experience in tourism and hospitality, Lindsey has spent 14 years with Oppenheimer Generations where she managed global hospitality sales and marketing for the award-winning conservation project,  Tswalu Kalahari in South Africa, before moving into a role with its parent company Nianova Advisors as Head of Commercial Development. It was in that capacity that Lindsey co-developed both Niarra Travel and Weeva Limited.

Driven by the UNWTO statistic that only US$5 of every US$100 spent by tourists in developing countries remains in the destination, Lindsey and her colleagues founded Niarra Travel with a mission to promote responsible and sustainable tourism. Niarra aims to shift the narrative, highlighting the significant role of transparency and fair value exchange in the tourism industry.

Lindsey states: “Choosing property partners and service providers committed to sustainability is vital, but equally crucial, if not more so,  is ensuring transparency and fair profit distribution thereby reducing extraction and leakage in tourism dollars and ensuring more funds remain in the destination.”

Niarra Travel’s business model focuses on transparent and equitable contracting with product partners, ensuring a larger share of profits stays in the destination. Since its inception in September 2020 Niarra has left in the region of £400k in Africa, which in a more traditional tour operator model would have left the continent and become part of the chain that sells trips to Africa. This showcases that tour operators can prioritise both purpose and profit and that tangible sustainability is something that both tour operators and hospitality providers can and must do in tandem.

Lindsey says: “The industry needs to think innovatively because donating a percentage of profits annually as a matter of philanthropy or charity is simply not enough on its own to drive sustainable tourism at the rate at which is needed to see real impact and change. While these are still incredibly important economic drivers for tourism and conservation, real sustainability means systemic change and challenging the way we think about doing business so that less money leaves the destination in the first place. This is not our USP, it is simply our way of doing business and is central to our own sustainability philosophy.”

Comments from three of Niarra Travel’s partners

Asilia – “Niarra Travel’s innovative, positive impact focussed, business model, enables us to increase substantially the Asilia Giving donation generated by each booking. With no money wasted on administrative costs, this means more money for conservation and local community projects across East Africa. Whilst enjoying an unforgettable safari, Niarra Travel clients can also be sure their investment is having maximum positive impact.”

andBeyond and Africa Foundation – “Africa Foundation and andBeyond are proud and privileged to be a partner to Niarra Travel. Through their approach, they provide consistent long-term investments, which enable our work with communities and in conservation to continue, and they spread the message that travel, done right, can have a major positive impact on the protection of conservation areas and empowerment of rural communities.”

The Safari Collection – “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Niarra, whose unwavering support goes beyond ‘business as usual’. Together, we embark on a journey of leaving a positive impact on communities and wildlife , intertwined with the ethos of sustainability. Our collaboration signifies a shared commitment to shaping a brighter future for generations to come, acknowledging the profound impact our choices today hold for tomorrow.”

Niarra Travel aims to inspire other tour operators by demonstrating that tourism can be both transformative and responsible when purpose and profit are balanced.

Arnold Meyer, CEO of Nianova Advisors and Chairman of Niarra Travel, says, “Lindsey’s extensive experience and innovative approach, combined with her strong business relationships, position her as a forward-thinking leader. We are confident she will continue to drive Niarra as a disruptive force in the tourism industry, delivering exceptional, life-changing experiences for guests.”09

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Thailand Plays Role of Leading Country in GMS Regional Tourism

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Thailand Plays Role of Leading Country in GMS Regional Tourism - TRAVELNEWSHUB.comSenior tourism officials and executives from Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar are to be special guests of the Tourism Authority of Thailand and the Ministry of Tourism and Sports at the Thailand Travel Mart Plus to be held between 5-7 June in the stunning coastal district of Khao Lak, Phang-nga Province.

On 5 June 2024, two days before the official opening of the TTM+, they will be escorted on special tours of Phuket, Thailand’s idyllic island resort and the gateway to Khao Lak. The itinerary will cover Ban Bang Rong Community, Phuket Old Town Community as well as various facilities promoting Sports and Health Tourism, Gastronomy Tourism, Marine Tourism and other recreational tourism products.

TAT Governor Miss Thapanee Kiatphaibool said, “This trip is a very important part of the policy set by Mr. Sermsak Phongpanich, Minister of Tourism and Sports, to further strengthen the relations between Thailand and our neighbours in the Greater Mekong Subregion. We share common borders, shared values and shared culture and heritage. I strongly believe that we can all learn from each other and help each other.”

The guests will include Mr. Seila Hul, Under Secretary of State, the Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia; Mr. Khom Douangchantha, Director General of the Tourism Marketing Department, the Lao PDR Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism; Mr. Maung Maung Kyaw, Director General of Directorate of Hotels and Tourism, Ministry of Hotels and Tourism, Myanmar; Miss Suvimol Thanasarakij, Executive Director, the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO), and executives of 15 other companies and agencies.

The GMS covers six member countries including Myanmar, Cambodia, Lao PDR, China (Yunnan and Guangxi), Thailand and Vietnam. Joint tourism plans for the entire region project total visitor arrivals of 95 million in 2025.

The Thailand Travel Mart is called “TTM+” because it also includes the GMS countries, giving them the opportunity to participate in Thailand’s leading B2B Travel Trade show. Cambodia, Lao PDR and Myanmar have booths at this year’s TTM+ which will be visited by 425 hosted tour operators (buyers) from 50 countries around the world.

Said Miss Thapanee, “One of the key components of the Royal Thai Government’s IGNITE Thailand Vision is to position Thailand as a Tourism Hub of ASEAN. During the TTM+ 2024 event, we will be discussing ways to improve rail, road, air and sea connectivity between Thailand and the GMS countries to make it easier to design creative packages and facilitate seamless travel to and within the region.

She added, “Ever since the Tourism Authority of Thailand facilitated the first Mekong Tourism Forum in 1996 in cooperation with the Pacific Asia Travel Association, we have been active supporters of tourism and travel in the GMS. We strongly believe that intra-regional tourism has great promise and can play a major role in boosting our economies, promoting culture and heritage and meeting the UN Sustainable Development Goals.”

‘It also meets all the objectives of our various regional and sub-regional forums such as BIMSTEC, BRICS and APEC, and also builds on the bilateral agenda now under way between Thailand-China, Thailand-South Korea and Thailand-Malaysia, etc.” The TAT Governor also thanked the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Transport, National Economic and Social Development Council, Board of Investment for their kind cooperation in promoting Thailand as a Tourism Hub of ASEAN.

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