LUXURY ONSEN TRIP IN TOHOKU JAPAN - For those planning a wellness-themed holiday in a nature-rich destination with lots of open space after the pandemic, Akita Prefecture in northern Japan is a world-class option well worth consideration. Akita is among the country's least-populated and least-traveled prefectures and home to renowned therapeutic hot springs resorts nestled deep in the scenic mountains of Towada-Hachimantai National Park . These hot springs (called “onsen” in Japanese) resorts, namely Nyuto Onsenkyo, Tamagawa Onsen and G…
Metropolitan Jakarta - Capital City of Indonesia INDONESIA’S MULTIFINANCE INDUSTRY EXPECTED TO HELP FILL FINANCING GAP - A new Covid-19 Response Report (CRR), produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with FIFGroup, explores the opportunities for growth in Indonesia’s multifinance industry in the post pandemic era. The analysis focuses on the potential for accelerated digitalisation to reshape the segment, with the development of financial technology, wider digital lending and increased e commerce activity as emerging trends. T…
A DAY TRIP TO (CENTRAL) UBUD, BALI (Seniman Kopi, Central Ubud Palace, Tirta Empul Temple, and Subak Sok Wayah) Some people believes that Bali is the center of the Earth (or Universe), and Ubud is the center of Bali. The most part of Ubud will be quiet on day and night, so people come to central to just hanging out, having some coffee, strolling the local market for crafts and tropical fruits, and shopping. I having so much love and adoration for Ubud, the atmosphere is always nice and warm, feels like home and I always comeback every time I…
8 MUST TRY EXPERIENCES FOR YOUR NEXT TRIP TO THAILAND - With its exquisite cuisine, vibrant markets, rich cultural traditions and breath-taking scenery, Thailand has been providing travellers with countless unique experiences for decades. With borders set to open later in the year let’s give you a list of Top Eight New Experiences to try for your next visit to Thailand starting from the mountains in the north right down to the beaches in the south. Get Inked Preserve your connection to the Kingdom with a bamboo tattoo and ceremony , perform…
ACCOR SINGAPORE LAUNCHES EGGSTRAORDINARY EASTER FEASTS FOR HUNGRY BUNNIES - Easter is soon upon us and for all hungry bunnies out there, Accor hotels will tantalise you with an indulgent selection of Easter brunches and afternoon teas this April. Little ones can look forward to bagging some Easter goodies to bring home from Prego restaurant (Fairmont Singapore), and for those who love to “dress to impress”, a competition at Xperience restaurant (SO Singapore) is also on the cards for a chance to win a 2D/1N hotel stay. So don't put all y…
WELLNESS TRAVEL HITS THE ROAD WITH LEXUS "REATREATS IN MOTION" - Automaker offering self-guided retreats to recharge travelers Lexus is elevating the American road trip. To meet the growing need for deeper, meaningful experiences that promote wellbeing, Lexus is putting travelers behind the wheel in its first-ever “Retreats in Motion” program. These five-day, four-night driving retreats allow guests to take a scenic, restorative drive in a new 2021 Lexus IS between two of the brand's luxury hotel partners, with curated self-…
ONLY 12% OF AMERICANS PLAN SPRING BREAK TRAVEL, POLL SAYS - The spring break season is traditionally the first major travel period of the year—but only about one in eight Americans plans a spring break trip this year, according to polling data by Destination Analysts. And despite the nationwide progress on vaccines, spring break travel intentions actually appear to be dropping: the 12% who plan to travel for spring break is down from 16% the week prior—the first time that question was polled. The data suggests that Americans remain wary ab…
YEAR ROUND SURFING AT ITS BEST AT NIYAMA PRIVATE ISLANDS MALDIVES - Renowned professional surf photographer, Erick Proost is to start a three-month residency at Niyama Private Islands in the Maldives, the only luxury resort in the Maldives with its own wave breaking onto the shore and a perfect island to surf in Maldives . Returning to the resort for the third time, Erick will be available from 8 March to capture action images of guests riding the waves during their stay at the resort. Niyama Private Islands has two islands – Play and Chi…
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