Xinhua Silk Road: Summer music feast draws crowds of attendees in “Ice City” in NE. China
In northeast China, “Ice City” Harbin, also famed as a “City of Music” in Asia, is seeing crowds of participants from 39 countries and regions thronging its summer music gala. Opened on June 27, the 37th Harbin Summer Music Festival co-hosted by China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Harbin municipal government offers locals and visitors a fantastic chance to revel in the charm of music. The festival, which sets seven sections including the opening shows, national-level performances and the “Capital of East Asian Culture”-themed art week, will last till September this year. Among its diverse activities, there are three international musical contests, namely the 2025 Schoenfeld International String Competition, the 20th World Saxophone Congress and the 7th…
Marriott Hotels Introduces Wonderful Hospitality to Thailand’s Vibrant Coastal City
Marriott Hotels®, the namesake brand of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, introducing an exciting new era of wonderful hospitality to the shores of Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard, where local culture blends seamlessly with the vibrant buzz of Pattaya allowing families and travellers to indulge and discover. The resort commands a prime location, just steps from the golden sands of Jomtien Beach and the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand, yet is only minutes away from the lively resort town of Pattaya. It is surrounded by natural, cultural and lifestyle attractions, such as sandy beaches, historical temples, local villages, water…
Iconsiam, Shanghai Yuyuan Tourist Mart Group to brings China’s lantern festival to Thailand
Iconsiam, the global landmark along the Chao Phraya River, joins hands with Shanghai Yuyuan Tourist Mart Group, the legendary host of China’s most prestigious lantern festival to present the first-ever Yuyuan Lantern Festival in Thailand. Titled ‘Spirit of Mountains and Seas· Yuyuan Lantern Festival and 2025 China–Thailand Culture Month’, this spectacular event transforms the banks of the Chao Phraya River into a mythical realm of lights and stories. Held from now until 15 August 2025, the festival runs daily from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm at River Park, G Floor, Iconsiam, and is open to the public free of charge. This marks the first time the renowned Yuyuan Lantern Festival…
Where Heritage Lives: Celebrate 60 Years of Singapore at Grand Park City Hall
As Singapore celebrates its 60th birthday, Grand Park City Hall invites travellers to discover a different side of the city, one rich in culture, heritage and architectural elegance. To mark this national milestone, the hotel unveils a specially curated suite of experiences blending history, gastronomy and refined comfort. Nestled in the heart of Singapore’s storied Civic District, the hotel is steps away from heritage museums, local art galleries and architectural treasures, making it the perfect base to explore the city’s storied past and dynamic present. With neoclassical architecture and Peranakan-inspired interiors, Grand Park City Hall reflects the city’s multicultural soul, delivering a uniquely Singaporean stay in the heart of the city. From exclusive rates to…
