Following a S$45-million overhaul, PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay has completed its transformation into Singapore’s first ‘Garden-in-a-Hotel’, establishing the property as one of the country’s most ecologically focused and innovative hotels. “The PARKROYAL COLLECTION brand was created to champion sustainability and living responsibly, promote iconic architecture and design, as well as embrace wellness and lifestyle. We have certainly taken these up many notches as we reflect upon our multiple initiatives and achievements,” shared Melvin Lim, General Manager of PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay. The hotel hosts over 2,400 plants, trees, shrubs and groundcover from more than 60 varieties of flora and Southeast Asia’s largest indoor skylit Atrium, a 21-storey-tall architectural design which exudes a sense of urban grandeur,…

The Westin Surabaya heralds in the Mid-Autumn celebrations with a limited-edition Premium Moon Cake Gift Set and the introduction of the new Baked Charcoal and White Lotus Mooncakes, along with the high-selling classic baked varieties to a modern creation. Created by Chinese Executive Chef William Sun, the gift set comprises of four regular baked moon cakes with a classic mooncake choice including the Red Bean Paste, White Lotus with Single Yolk, White Lotus with Double Yolk, Pandan Paste, and the Green Tea encased in a premium box. Guests with a penchant for salted egg yolks can take delight in the Baked Charcoal and White Lotus Seed Paste with Four Yolks Moon Cake. …

It’s safe to say at this point, with what’s been going on in the world, when you can’t even tell what day it is anymore or if time is even passing with how long you’ve been bound to the four walls of your home, it’s still well and good to have in mind where you can go to for your next break from city life. In this issue, Asean Food & Travel shares its random list of the top ten nature getaways in Asia where awe-inspiring nature together with comfort give you a break that you will never forget, be it just for a change of scenery or a break-away…

International travellers can now return to the “Land of Smiles” and satisfy their cravings for authentic Thai cuisine with epicurean adventures at world-class, SHA+ certified resorts. Phuket and Koh Samui, Thailand’s two most popular paradise islands are now open again, enabling international travellers to satisfy their appetite for authentic Thai food! Under the “Phuket Sandbox” and “Samui Plus” programmes, fully-vaccinated travellers can now plan their long-awaited return to southern Thailand’s pure shores with innovative value-added packages thought up by some of Phuket and Koh Samui’s hotels and resorts. Black Ginger @ The Slate Phuket (Photo Courtesy: Recommended by the Michelin Guide, Black Ginger is one of Thailand’s finest places to dine /…