HONG KONG, 6 July 2022: Hang Lung Properties have named Hilton as the hotel management partner for a new-build lifestyle boutique hotel integral to the second phase of development of Center 66, Wuxi in China. The hotel will join the Curio Collection by Hilton brand and open during the second half of 2024.
The Curio Collection by Hilton, located at Center 66, Wuxi, will comprise a seven-story main building and an adjacent three-story heritage building, providing 106 rooms, a lobby lounge, two restaurants, an events space, an indoor pool, and a fitness centre.
Located in the prime business district in downtown Wuxi, the Center 66 development was designed as a two-phase project. The first phase opened to the public in September 2013 and comprised a shopping mall and an office tower complex. The second phase, located south of the current complex, will be a significant part of Center 66’s integrated development. Upon completion, Center 66 will feature a luxury shopping mall and Grade-A office towers with a hotel and serviced residences.
Hilton has more than 115 Curio Collection properties under management n nearly 30 countries and territories.
About Hang Lung Properties
Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) is headquartered in Hong Kong. It develops and manages a portfolio of properties in Hong Kong and the nine mainland cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan and Hangzhou.
KOTA KINABALU, 6 July 2022: The Congress Certification Programme 2.0 Advance Masterclass was once again held from 28 June to 1 July at Hilton Kinabalu. A total of 22 participants were certified as events specialists, bringing the total number of certified persons to 88 to date.
“Sabah possesses experienced persons in events. However, with the spur of business events, certain criteria are required, for example, the bidding process. This process is more technical and is inclusive of a team beyond the Professional Conference Organizer and Business Events division. There is the opportunity for local associations to vie for congresses, workshops and meetings to bring them to Sabah,” said Sabah Tourism Board chief marketing officer Tay Shu Lan.
Photo caption. In attendance: Tay Shu Lan, Chief Marketing Officer of Sabah Tourism Board; Winnee Lim, VP Education MACEOS; Gracie Geikie, Committee Member, MACEOS and Datuk Hajjah Rosmawati, Sabah Chapter Chair of MACEOS.
“Once again, we are pleased to collaborate with MACEOS on introducing relevant training modules to build this segment. Other suitable accreditations that industry members may attain are to be Certified Meeting Professionals, Certified in Exhibition Management (CEM)”, she added
The Sabah Tourism Board’s Business Events, Sabah Maju Jaya initiative, aims to complete the training and certification of 250 persons by 2025.
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER photographed on August 17, 2015 from Wolfe Air Aviation's Lear 25B.
DUBAI, 6 July 2022: Emirates has completed management rotations across its commercial operations team in the Middle East, Far East, Europe and Africa, positioning UAE talent in key markets and global commercial roles.
Emirates’ chief commercial officer Adnan Kazim said: “We have a great talent pool of UAE Nationals, and we continue to invest in them and provide them with growth opportunities to take their careers to the next level. We hope to build a strong leadership pipeline that will support the UAE’s strategic economic vision and drive Emirates and UAE aviation into the next 50 years of growth. I am confident in our newly appointed managers’ ability to further strengthen our commercial presence and respond dynamically to serve our customers and partners in a fast-changing travel landscape.”
Emirates’ commercial team members assumed their new roles starting 1 July
Saeed Abdulla Miran, country manager Hong Kong, transfers to country manager Philippines.
Reema Al Marzouqi takes the post of country manager Bahrain.
Abdulla Adnan, currently commercial support manager, is now the country manager Tanzania.
Majid Al Falasi, country manager Tanzania, transfers to become country manager Sudan.
Mohamed Taher, commercial support manager, moves to Kenya as commercial support manager.
Rashed Salah Al Ansari moves to Emirates’ Global Sales unit as key account controller.
Hamad Al Ali moves to the Emirates’ UAE Sales team as business development manager.
Mohammed Alqassim takes the role of country manager Cyprus.
SINGAPORE, 6 July 2022: Changi Airport has launched the “Hello, Changi Precinct” gallery at Terminal 3 (T3), kicking off an initiative to drive awareness of the Changi Precinct, which includes areas in and surrounding Changi Airport, such as Pulau Ubin, Pasir Ris, Tampines, Bedok and East Coast Park.
Featuring interactive elements and photo spots modelled after iconic sights and sounds in the Changi Precinct, visitors can pose for photos and discover fun facts across seven themed zones. As part of the initiative, Changi has also launched two new exploration tours – My Changi Airport Tour and My Changi Village Heritage Tour – in partnership with MyCommunity, a local non-profit organisation that celebrates Singapore’s heritage and culture through organising tours, programmes and exhibitions.
“Hello, Changi Precinct” gallery runs until 23 October at Terminal 3 departure hall.
Explore the “Hello, Changi Precinct” gallery
Step into the exciting world of Changi Precinct at T3 Departure Hall where visitors can pose with iconic cultural landmarks. The journey begins at the Changi Airport zone, where visitors can take photos with models of various popular spots at the airport, such as Jewel Changi Airport and the well-loved Terminal 2 flight information flip-board.
Moving through seven different zones, visitors can learn interesting nuggets and stories of Siglap in the drawers of an old-school barbershop, play a digital arcade game at an HDB void deck and ‘watermelon’ playground, and jump onboard a bumboat that brings visitors through the history of Pulau Ubin and the eastern coast of Singapore.
Hear the stories of Changi Airport through a guided tour
A newly curated tour of Changi Airport traces the development of the airport from its humble origins through the stories of airport staff and visitors. The tour begins in Terminal 1 and guides participants to discover the airport’s recreational spaces, artwork installations, designs, and heritage businesses. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the airport while exchanging stories with airport staff they meet along the tour, giving them a peek into behind-the-scenes operations that keep Changi Airport running, as well as intriguing anecdotes of people who have worked and visited Changi Airport from the past to the present.
Experience Changi Precinct through activities
In addition to the two new tours, visitors can also sign up for six other tours running till October, each exploring a key area of the Changi Precinct such as Bedok, Pulau Ubin and Pasir Ris.
Tour prices start from S$20 per person. Please refer to the Annex for more details on the tours.
The “Hello, Changi Precinct” gallery will run until 23 October 2022 at T3 Departure Hall. Admission is free. In addition, for July and August, the first 150 visitors each month to take a picture or video with the “Hello, Changi Precinct” gallery and post it on their social channels [1] with the hashtag #ChangiPrecinct will receive an exclusive Changi Eats promo code.
BANGKOK 6 July 2022: InterContinental Khao Yai Resort will open on 22 August 2022, close to Khao Yai National Park and the main highway and train routes to Northeast Thailand.
The 64-key resort comprises 45 rooms and 19 suites and villas that are housed within repurposed heritage train cars.
Located on the edge of the UNESCO-listed Khao Yai National Park, Thailand’s first national park, established in 1962, InterContinental Khao Yai Resort is set on a 100-acre site with views over seven lakes.
IHG has appointed James Sutcliffe as the general manager of the InterContinental Khao Yai Resort.
BANGKOK, 6 July 2022: Cross Hotels & Resorts follows recent hotel signings by strengthening its executive team as it gears up for expansion in the Asia Pacific
The group’s CEO Harry Thaliwal announced the following promotions:
Paul Wilson to the position of executive vice president; Ratchaya Termsilkanok to VP of strategy & digital transformation; Evan Burns to country manager Indonesia; Tran Lam to director of services & business development.
“I couldn’t be more excited for the future of Cross Hotels & Resorts. With the energetic young leadership team we have developed from within, our potential is unlimited,” Thaliwal commented.
The group celebrated several signings across the Asia Pacific this year, including a 716 key hotel, developed by Tan Thanh Trading & Tourism JSC in Vietnam, and six hotels in Bali.”
BANGKOK, 6 July 2022: Thai AirAsia X (XJ) has resumed its flights between Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) and Tokyo (Narita) after tour groups gained the green light as Japan eases travel restrictions.
Thai AirAsia X CEO Patima Jeerapaet said: “Thai AirAsia X is very thrilled to have resumed flight services to and from Japan, offering two flights per week between Suvarnabhumi and Narita this July, with plans to increase frequency to four flights a week in August and September, and daily by October. We want to applaud the Japanese government’s decision to welcome more tourists.”
Thai AirAsia X plans to fly direct from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) to Osaka and Sapporo by October 2022.
SINGAPORE, 5 July 2022: Emirates is making Dubai a cooler summer holiday destination than ever before, offering customers free entry to some of the UAE’s most popular attractions plus many more exciting offers, while the city’s marquee event – The Dubai Summer Surprises – returns with a full calendar of entertainment, culture, and family activities.
Whether returning to Dubai or visiting for the first time, Emirates customers can enjoy free entry to these top-rated UAE attractions[1]:
The iconic Burj Khalifa At The Top: Experience breath-taking views from the world’s tallest building. Located on the 124th and 125th floors of iconic Burj Khalifa, customers on the outdoor observation deck can marvel at the stunning views of the city from 555 metres above sea level. The complimentary tickets are for admission from 30 June to 30 September 2022.
The Dubai Fountains Boardwalk Experience: Watch a spectacular show of water, music, and light from a floating platform just nine metres away from the world’s largest choreographed fountains, located at the foot of Burj Khalifa.
Louvre Abu Dhabi: Immerse in the stories attached to the hundreds of antique pieces that each date back hundreds of years, and enjoy a collection of 167 artworks by internationally renowned artists at one of the UAE’s most iconic cultural attractions.
To book the exclusive summer offers, customers visit https://www.emirates.com/sg/english/special-offers/summer-special-offer/. These summer specials are valid for travellers who book a return trip to Dubaiin any cabin class up until 10 July 2022 for travel from 1 July 2022 to 30 September 2022.[2]The offer is also available via participating travel agents and selected Emirates Retail shops.
Enhanced Connectivity to Dubai
As travel restrictions ease, Emirates is now offering travellers from over 130 destinations convenient flight services to Dubai. From 23 June 2022, Emirates has doubled its frequency to 14 flights a week from Singapore to Dubai. Emirates’ daily flights between Singapore and Dubai – EK354 and EK355 – are served by the Airbus A380 superjumbo, featuring extra room and custom lighting in Economy Class, flat-bed seats in Business Class, and Private Suites and Shower Spas in First Class, offering travellers a distinctive Emirates experience aboard.
Dubai is the place to be this summer season. In addition to an exciting calendar of world-class culture, shopping, and dining, The Dubai Summer Surprises, one of the city’s major shopping and entertainment events, will also be running with a packed line-up of events and family activities, exclusive shopping deals, fun competitions, and shop and win promotions. Customers can also elevate their holidays in Dubai and enjoy exclusive offers through Emirates Holidays.
Travelling with Emirates
Emirates offers award-winning services to customers in all classes of travel. From check-in to onboard, travelling with family is now much more convenient with Emirates’ exceptional services, including priority boarding and over 100 channels of content for children on Emirates’ inflight entertainment system.
Keeping the health and wellbeing of its passengers a top priority, Emirates has introduced a comprehensive set of safety measures at every step of the customer journey. The airline has also been building on its contactless technology offering to provide even more convenient options to fast-track through airport formalities.
Customers are encouraged to check their latest government travel guidelines and ensure they meet the travel requirements of their final destination. For more information on entry requirements for international visitors and residents returning to Dubai visit: https://www.emirates.com/english/help/covid-19/dubai-travel-requirements/
(Your Stories: Emirates)
1 To redeem the three value-add offers, passengers who book and issue their tickets within the sale period must send an e-mail to [email protected] with their Passenger Name Record (PNR) reference, arrival date in Dubai, passenger names, contact information including the phone number and e-mail address that will receive the unique access codes for these attractions.
2 Flight tickets must be purchased for return journeys. One-way flight tickets will not be eligible for the offer. Emirates flight tickets are at all times subject to availability and Emirates Conditions of Carriage and applicable ticket conditions as set out on the Emirates website. The landing page will have further details on redemptions and more.
KOTA KINABALU, 5 July 2022: Sabah looks set to become a well-connected Southeast Asian destination, as evidenced by the confidence displayed by international airlines over their plans to continue operations in the Malaysian state.
To date, five foreign carriers have returned to Sabah, the most recent being Jeju Air.
Last Wednesday, Jeju Air restarted service on its previously suspended route between Incheon and Kota Kinabalu, bringing 120 passengers to the Land Below the Wind.
Sabah Tourism Board chief executive officer Noredah Othman and chief marketing officer Tay Shu Lan were on hand to welcome passengers with a souvenir at the Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
Since May of this year, the following international carriers have resumed their direct flight operations: Scoot (via Singapore), Royal Brunei Airlines (via Brunei), Jin Air (through Incheon), and Air Busan (via Incheon).
The inaugural flight of Air Busan’s direct route between Incheon and Kota Kinabalu took off on 25 June. In the past, the airline flew between Busan and Kota Kinabalu.
Malaysia’s budget airline Air Asia is also offering direct flights from Singapore and Manila to Kota Kinabalu. The Singapore-Kota Kinabalu route was restored by Air Asia in April following the reopening of the country’s border.
In May, Air Asia inaugurated service between Manila and Kota Kinabalu, and talks of further international services to and from Kota Kinabalu are anticipated to commence soon.
Consistent with air connectivity growth, the Sabah Tourism Board has made promotional trips to several countries to establish Sabah’s reputation as a premier travel destination in Southeast Asia.
Additionally, Sabah Tourism maintains its engagement with airline companies and international tour operators and continues to participate in any tourism exposition events.
SINGAPORE, 5 July 2022: Banyan Tree Group introduces four brands in five new properties as the hotel group makes its first-ever entry into Japan since its inception in 1994.
Through a partnership with Wealth Management Group, Dhawa Yura and Garrya Nijo Castle launched in June, while Banyan Tree Higashiyama and Banyan Tree Ashinoko Hakone are set to open by 2026.
Separately, Banyan Tree Group has just signed a new partnership with Terraform Capital that will lead to a newly built Cassia in the beautiful ski resort of Niseko.
Banyan Tree takes root in Japan
Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto: Located in the Gion and Higashiyama district, Banyan Tree Higashiyama Kyoto will open in spring 2024 as a 52-key luxury, hilltop urban resort boasting spectacular views of Kyoto city. It will also be the first and only hotel in Kyoto city to have a Noh stage.
Banyan Tree Ashinoko Hakone: Renowned for its hot spring, historical destination and views of Mount Fuji, Banyan Tree Ashinoko Hakone will be a new luxury resort development slated to open in 2026 in an area adjacent to Lake Ashino.
Cassia Hirafu: A newly built resort is set to open in 2025 in the most popular ski resort destination in Japan. Cassia in Niseko will be just minutes away from Hirafu ski slope. It will have 50 keys for the resort and 113 keys for residential accommodation – ranging from 1-bedroom to villas that will be available for sale.
Dhawa Yura Kyoto: Honouring the city’s deeply rooted history, Dhawa Yura Kyoto opened its doors on 17 June beside the iconic Sanjo Ohashi – a bridge that was once the final station of the ancient Tokaido Road from Tokyo. The road served as a route for long-distance voyagers during the Edo period in Japan. The 138-room hotel’s historical ties are reflected in the interior design and artwork, and an 8lement Spa will nurture guests on their journey to wellbeing.
Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto: As the first opening under the group’s newest concept, Garrya Nijo Castle Kyoto presents a new and distinct approach to wellbeing through simplistic design and amenities that recharge and rejuvenate. The 25-room hotel opened last month and is located right in front of Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site built in 1603 during the Tokugawa Shogunate. It offers a meditative view of lush greenery from the lobby, seasonal cuisine at its innovative French restaurant, Singular, and a Wellbeing Room for restorative exercises and yoga.
In addition, Banyan Tree Group announces a strategic partnership with Intrance Hotels & Resorts Inc., focusing on conversion projects that will further propel the group’s growth in Japan.
“We are pleased with our strategic entry into Japan, in line with the government’s recent decision to ease international tourism into the country. Just in time to announce the openings of Dhawa and Garrya, in addition to the new partnerships that will expand our multi-branded portfolio. Kyoto is an unmistakable great start for Banyan Tree Group’s foray into Japan, with its natural healing springs, vast history, and abundant culture,” said Banyan Tree Group’s president and chief executive officer, Eddy See.
