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Centara names GM for Korat opening

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BANGKOK, 7 July 2022: Centara Hotels & Resorts names experienced hotelier Thawintorn Kanungkid as the opening general manager of Centara Hotel Korat in the Northeast Thailand gateway city of Nakhon Ratchasima.

Scheduled to welcome its first guests in September 2022, Centara Hotel Korat is being developed by Central Pattana – a global sustainable real estate company and developer of Central shopping centres, residential projects, office buildings and hotels across Thailand – in partnership with Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator.

Thawintorn brings two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, most recently as the resident manager at Sukosol Bangkok Hotel, where for five years, he managed day-to-day operations for the hotel, as well as supported the hotel’s F&B and sales & marketing teams.

No stranger to the Centara family, he first joined the hospitality business in the front office team in 2006 and again in 2013 as the rooms division manager in the pre-opening team of one of Centara’s Pattaya properties.

“We are delighted to welcome Thawintorn, or Khun Natt as we know him, back to the Centara family to helm our first hotel in Korat. With his reputation for excellence and knowledgeability in both operations and revenue generation, we are confident he will succeed in establishing Centara Korat as the new Place to Be in the region,” said Centara Hotels & Resorts’ executive vice president – hotel operations David Good.

Ideal for business, family, or leisure travellers, Centara Hotel Korat, offers 218 rooms and suites, including many with kitchenettes, ideal for long-stay guests. Guests enjoy a choice of varied dining options, including House of Kin, the brand new social dining concept offering a high-quality family buffet experience in a contemporary setting and a signature rooftop restaurant and bar, as well as facilities including a rooftop swimming pool and a stunning sky garden. A large fitness centre comes complete with training areas, where boxing and yoga classes are offered. With its enviable position integrated with CentralPlaza Nakhon Ratchasima, guests will also have access to a shopping centre, outdoor lifestyle market and park.

Over the past two years, Centara has introduced its unique brand of Thai-style hospitality to new destinations in Thailand and the Middle East. More expansion is planned as the company intends to double its properties with new hotels and resorts expected in Japan, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Laos, the Maldives, Qatar, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.

The latest executive appointment will help to ensure that Centara is well-positioned to meet its ambitious goal to become a top 100 global hotel operator within five years.

Find out more about Centara at www.CentaraHotelsResorts.com

(Your Stories: Centara Hotels & Resorts)

Vietjet resumes more flights to Japan

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HO CHI MINH CITY, 7 July 2022: Vietjet relaunched flights from Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, to Fukuoka and Nagoya earlier this week.

It follows the recent reintroduction of flights connecting Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi to Tokyo and Osaka.

Three weekly flights from Hanoi to Fukuoka are scheduled on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. At the same time, the Hanoi – Nagoya route is served by four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Flight time is around five hours on both routes.

(Photo credit: Vietjet). Ribbon cutting for the new routes to Japan

Currently, Vietnamese travellers are eligible for a visa-free stay of 15-day for business, education and visiting relatives. Detailed regulations for people entering Japan can be found here.

Japan is a favourite destination for Vietnamese tourists, and Fukuoka on the northern shore of Japan’s Kyushu Island, is known for its beaches, ancient temples and the rich culture and historical legacy of Kyushu.

Nagoya is Japan’s third most populous urban area with a developed industrial economy and is well-known for its signature landmarks, including Nagoya castle and Atsuta shrine.

Hilton Curio Collection arrives in Wuxi

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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.

Sabah trains events specialists

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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.

For more information visit: www.sabahtourism.com 

(Your Stories: STB)

Emirates’ latest team changes

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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.

Visit: www.emirates.com

(Your Stories: Emirates)

Changi Airport launches interactive gallery

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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.

IHG opens resort near Khao Yai

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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.

Cross Hotels & Resorts promotes executives

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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.”

Thai AirAsia flies to Narita

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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.

Emirates offers free Dubai attractions

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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.

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