TTG Asia s weekly roundup of new hotel openings and announcements.
A by Adina Sydney, Australia
Owned and operated by TFE Hotels and developed by TOGA Group, A by Adina Sydney forms the showpiece of a 26-storey tower at 2 Hunter Street. In a first for TFE Hotels, the property boasts an integrated control system that readies any one of its 194 apartments (82 studios, 104 one-bedroom units, and eight two-bedroom apartments) the moment guests check in. The apartment hotel features Australia’s first-ever Sky Lobby perched 100m above street level, and wrapped in a four-storey, glass-encased ‘golden crown’. Leisure facilities include a swimming pool and gym with city views. F&B options are Dean & Nancy on 22, a cocktail bar and dining experience; and an Italian eatery boasting indoor and alfresco dining.
National parks closed again over Covid-19
published : 6 May 2021 at 04:00 Mu Ko Angthong.
More than 80 national parks have been temporarily closed due to the latest wave of Covid-19.
The Department of the National Park, Wildlife and Plant Conservation which oversees 155 national parks has said that at present, 84 national parks are not allowing public visits, including Phu Hin Rong Kla, Phu Ruea, Chet Sao Noi, Khao Lak and Khao Laem Ya-Mu Ko Samet national parks.
About 30 national parks have also closed access to some attractions or are not allowing overnight stays such as Khao Yai, Doi Suthep-Pui, Mu Ko Angthong and Namtok Phlio national parks.
Pullman Opens in Khao Lak, Thailand 02 May 2021
Located on Bang Muang Beach on the northern tip of the renowned Phang Nga province of Thailand,
Pullman Khao Lak Resort is now open, offering travelers an energizing destination to recharge and reconnect.
The stylish resort is enriched by the vibrant local culture, taking influence from Takua Pa Old Town and its Sino-Portuguese design. From the moment Pullman guests arrive they are immersed in local art and handicrafts – designed to inspire.
“The opening of Pullman Khao Lak Resort is our 8th Pullman property in Thailand, joining a collection of hotels and resorts that are focused on fueling success by inspiring the mind and energizing the body. Phang Nga is famous for its natural beauty and pristine beaches so we are excited to debut such a vibrant resort here. Pullman Khao Lak Resort will feature immersive art and design, offer up smart interactions between guests and staff, allow guests to stay on top of their game w
Travel desires changing in 2021
published : 21 Jan 2021 at 04:00 Workers from a private company clean and disinfect train carriages at Hua Lamphong station. (Photo: Chanat Katanyu)
Spending more quality time with loved ones is the top thing people look forward to this year, according to the What Matters 2021 survey of Agoda.
The online survey was conducted between Dec 10-16. The total sample size was 16,064 adults.
It found that one in three people plan to spend more quality time with loved ones while the other top two things to do are being able to travel unhindered (24%) and doing things that matter or make a difference (21%).
Photo: Pullman Khao Lak Resort
Pullman Khao Lak Resort has opened its doors, introducing a new era of elegant Thai hospitality, ancient heritage and intuitive design to this hot and up-and-coming beachfront destination, overlooking the Andaman Sea.
Nestled on the soft sands of Bang Muang Beach, in the north of Phang Nga province, this sensitive low-rise retreat fuses the cosmopolitan vibe of Pullman Hotels & Resorts, Accor s high-end international brand, with the captivating culture of this coastal region. During the 13
th Century, the nearby town of Takua Pa was the finest harbour on the west coast, as maritime trade routes fostered exchanges across the Indian Ocean. By the 1900s it had become a cultural melting pot and a haven of Sino-Portuguese art, architecture and cuisine.