With the growing popularity of K-pop, Booking.com recently introduced the "Ultimate K-pop Experience" in Seoul offering exclusive access that begins with a two-night stay at the Executive Producer Suite at RYSE, followed by the true essence of K-pop culture, coveted front-row seats to the live music show M Countdown, and a private makeover from professional hair and make-up artists who work with K-pop idols and celebrities ranging from IU and Lee Seung-gi to members of Girls' Generation and Kep1er, as well as exclusive K-pop dance lessons.
Ultimate K-pop Experience at Executive Producer Suite at RYSE.
Guests will be treated like exclusive fans by K-pop idol Kang Daniel, who will provide exclusive fan treatment -- including autographed albums and personalised recorded content.
Only one lucky pair of guests will get a chance to be immersed in the ultimate experience, which includes seamless travel provided by Booking.com services from their flights to South Korea, an airport taxi, local transportation and a two-night stay at the Executive Producer Suite at RYSE, Autograph Collection, designed especially for the lucky guests to experience the biggest K-pop star-like stay.
This "Ultimate K-pop Experience" will be available on Booking.com on Aug 7 at 8am. The stay will take place from Aug 31 to Sept 2 and will cost US$25.07 (approximately 860 baht).
Conrad Shenzhen.
Hilton expands reach with Conrad Shenzhen
Hilton recently announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city's Qianhai business district, expanding the brand's global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings.
The hotel features 300 guestrooms as well as modern art and calming aesthetics, an escape from the surrounding urban bustle.
Situated in the heart of the city's financial centre, only 25 minutes from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and steps away from Guiwan metro station, the hotel offers views of the mesmerising Qianhai Bay as well as proximity to international shopping centres, world-class restaurants and more.
Visit conrad.hilton.com/shenzhen.
Hotel & Resorts Ise-Shima in Mie Prefecture.
Accor makes further in-roads in Japan
Accor is expanding its presence in Japan with the addition of the Daiwa Resorts portfolio, adding 23 properties and over 6,000 rooms, to its network across the country.
As Japan continues to welcome back international travel and experiences a steady recovery of the tourism industry, Accor has strategically partnered with Ebisu Resort to renovate and rebrand the Daiwa portfolio into Grand Mercure and Mercure hotels, providing guests with distinctive local experiences.
Grand Mercure will make its debut in Japan offering "Proudly Local" premium hotels, inspiring guests to experience their destination through local celebrations and multi-sensory experiences crafted by local hosts. Additionally, Mercure offers locally inspired, high-quality midscale hotels that awaken people's appetite for discovery.
The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami.
Mandarin Oriental targets Miami expansion
Mandarin Oriental has announced an agreement to manage a new hotel and branded residences in Brickell Key, Miami, one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods. The new Mandarin Oriental, Miami and The Residences at Mandarin Oriental, Miami are set to open in 2030 and will set a new standard for luxury living.
The project is being developed by Swire Properties, Mandarin Oriental's joint-venture partner at the existing Mandarin Oriental, Miami, and will form part of the One Island Drive development, consisting of two towers connected by an amenity podium.
The new hotel will feature 151 guestrooms, including 60 suites, as well as 61 Private Residences and 28 Hotel Residences, all enjoying spectacular ocean and city views. Kohn Pederson Fox will design the exterior architecture and Parisian designer Laura Gonzales will create the hotel interiors. Thai firm Shma will lead the lush landscape architecture throughout the property. A variety of dynamic restaurants and bars, flexible meeting and event space as well as an expansive Spa at Mandarin Oriental will offer guests and local residents a compelling lifestyle choice.
