Einträge von Peter von Stamm

A-ROSA Sylt – die Mischung macht’s

Sushi-Meisterin Myung Hyo Suchochleb gibt sich viel Mühe, mich in die Geheimnisse der Sushi-Kunst einzuweisen. Wir stehen an ihrem Arbeitsplatz, dem “Cube” im Restaurant “Spices” im 5-Sterne-superior Hotel A-ROSA Sylt und üben gemeinsam das Rollen von Sushi. Ich lerne, wie man die japanische Köstlichkeit belegt, woraus die Nori Blätter bestehen (getrockneter und gerösteter Seetang) und […]

Opening of The Murray Hotel in Hong Kong

Wharf Hotels just announced the opening of The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel, as the group’s new flagship Niccolo property and the latest addition to the luxury contemporary chic collection by Wharf Hotels. As well as being the first significant new luxury hotel to open in Hong Kong for several years, The Murray is […]

Mandarin Oriental To Manage New Luxury Hotel in London

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new luxury hotel and branded residences on Hanover Square in the heart of London’s Mayfair district. The project is expected to open in 2021. Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London to open in 2021 Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London will be an intimate, boutique property featuring 50 […]

This will be the first St. Regis Hotel in Hong Kong

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts announced a collaboration with China Resources Property which is slated to bring the legendary St. Regis brand to Hong Kong by early 2019. Marriott International has nine properties in Hong Kong, but this will be the first property for the St. Regis brand in the city. St. Regis Hong Kong: […]

Fluggastrechte Tool: AirHelp hilft bei Entschädugungsansprüchen

AirHelp hat ein neues Fluggastrechte Tool veröffentlicht, mit dem Flugreisende prüfen können, ob sie rückwirkend Anspruch auf eine finanzielle Entschädigung für verspätete und ausgefallene Flüge haben. User müssen dafür lediglich ihr E-Mail-Konto mit dem Tool verbinden. Die AirHelp Anwendung durchsucht dann anschließend automatisch das Postfach nach Flügen, die zu einer Entschädigungszahlung berechtigen (können). Außerdem erhalten […]

The ARCTIC BATH Hotel in Lapland

Arctic Bath expects to become a full-fledged international hotel and arctic cold bath, in Harads, Swedish Lapland. Plans are to collaborate with Treehotel and other high end desitinations. The opening expected in late 2018. The building is inspired by the timber floating era and becomes a monument, a reminder about the importance of forests for […]

Wanda Vista Beijing (formerly Sofitel) officially opened

Wanda Vista Beijing (formerly Sofitel Wanda Beijing) officially opened on January 1, 2018, as the 19th Wanda Vista branded hotel. Located in the heart of Beijing’s Central Business District, Wanda Vista Beijing is close to Guo Mao Subway Station, and enjoys easy access to major tourist attractions such as the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. […]

YOTEL launches YOTELPAD

YOTEL announced their foray into the extended stay segment with the launch of the new YOTELPAD brand. Building on the clever design principles of YOTEL and YOTELAIR cabins, YOTELPAD translates the essence of luxury serviced apartments into purposefully designed compact homes, known as ‘PADs’, fulfilling the requirements of the global citizen at an affordable price. […]

The Tetusa Oasis Thermal Resort

Tetusa Oasis Thermal Resort is an extensive wellness and medical facility sited within a low-rise housing area in the coastal town of Cesme, Turkey. Cesme is an established holiday destination with a long history of thermal water exploitation, and the new thermal complex will enhance the town’s tourism portfolio with a spa, a water park, […]

The Private Residences at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai

At the Private Residences at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai, nestled amid shimmering rice fields and tropical gardens, the discerning traveller can immerse in the lush magic of Mae Rim valley – without compromising on privacy, luxury and thoughtful service. Ranging from three to six bedrooms, each Residence features one or more outdoor salas (decks), […]

Das Jaz Stuttgart hat eröffnet – Markendebüt in Deutschland

Das Jaz Stuttgart empfängt seit dem 1. Januar Gäste. Nach einem überaus erfolgreichen Start in Amsterdam feiert die Marke Jaz in the City nun ihr Debüt in Deutschland – Hipp, lässig, trendy und dazu eine Brise Local Touch. Jaz in the City trifft den Puls der Zeit, spiegelt das Lebensgefühl der Stadt wider, inspiriert, belebt, […]

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport Opens

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport, marking the introduction of the Hyatt Place brand to Germany. Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport joins six Hyatt Place hotels across Europe, including Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport, Hyatt Place West London/Hayes, Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport, Hyatt Place Jermuk, and Hyatt Place Yerevan. The growth […]

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport eröffnet

Mit dem Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport hat Hyatt Anfang des Jahres das erste Haus der Marke Hyatt Place in Deutschland eröffnet. In Europa gibt es aktuell fünf weitere Hyatt Place Hotels: Das Hyatt Place London Heathrow Aiport und das Hyatt Place West London/Hayes in Großbritannien, das Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport in den Niederlanden sowie das […]

Botanical-Inspired Curio West Hotel Sydney Opens

Located in Sydney’s central business district and next to the new waterfront leisure and commercial Barangaroo precinct, West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton resides in the ideal location for travellers. This property marks the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Australia. The 182-room new build hotel will be managed by Hilton, under a […]

Scandic Hotels planen zweites Hotel in Frankfurt

Die Scandic Hotels Group plant ihr zweites Hotel in Frankfurt. Das Konferenz- und Eventhotel wird Teil des neuen „Hafenpark Quartiers“ sein, einem neuen Bauprojekt am Mainufer, nahe des Stadtzentrums und neben dem neuen Sitz der Europäischen Zentralbank (EZB) gelegen. Eröffnet werden wird das neue Scandic Haus voraussichtlich im Jahr 2021. Das Hotel wird 22.000 m² […]

The Hilton Fuzhou Skyscraper Hotel Opens

Hilton Fuzhou opens in one of South China’s most exciting emerging destinations, offering unbeatable cityscape and riverfront views. Visitors to the rapidly expanding city of Fuzhou now have access to some of the most striking views in the city with the opening of Hilton Fuzhou. The coastal city’s second Hilton property, Hilton Fuzhou occupies levels […]

The New Delta Hotels by Marriott Shanghai Baoshan

Delta Hotels, part of Marriott International, announced the official grand opening of the 339-room Delta Hotels by Marriott Shanghai Baoshan in China, marking the inaugural entry of the premium North American hotel brand into the booming Asia-Pacific market, and crowning a stellar year of rapid growth for the brand, which expects to expand its global […]

Three MGallery Hotels To Open In London, Dubai and Sarajevo

Follow my blog with Bloglovin MGallery announced the opening of three new addresses: Victory House Leicester Square in London and The Retreat Palm Dubai as well as Tarcin Forest Resort & Spa Sarajevo – which both mark the first step of the brand in the Middle East and in Bosnia respectively. MGallery has already 90 […]

The Dominick Hotel Debuts in New York City

Five-Diamond Hotel The Dominick, located at 246 Spring Street, debuts in New York City and joins the Preferred Hotels & Resorts as a member of the brand’s exclusive legend collection. The Dominick is located where SoHo meets TriBeCa and the West Village at the corner of Spring Street and Varick Street. The independent hotel was […]

DoublX VR Website-Creation Platform Launched

Double XVR Ltd. (DoublX.com) has launched “DoublX Beta“, an online platform that allows users to create their VR website without a single line of code. With DoublX, creators, designers and VR camera owners can take advantage of a drag-and-drop editor environment that features an array of advanced functions to create custom VR websites. The innovative […]

Broermann Hotels trennt sich von Kempinski, plant mit Marriott

Broermann Hotels & Resorts richtet sich strategisch neu aus und verzichtet auf eine Verlängerung der Managementverträge für seine drei Luxushotels mit der Kempinksi AG. Stattdessen werde man eine Partnerschaft mit der Marriott Luxusmarke Autograph Collection eingehen, teilte das Unternehmen in Königstein im Taunus mit. Zur Königsteiner Broermann Hotels & Resorts Gruppe gehören die drei historischen […]

Der Bernina Express – nichts für Eilige

Mit dem Bernina Express fährt man nicht, wenn man es eilig hat. Den Bernina Express nimmt man, um die Graubündner Bergwelt zu geniessen; um eine der schönsten Bahn-Strecken der Schweiz zu erleben; um zu gucken, zu staunen, zu entspannen. Beim gemütlichen Schaukeln der Waggons in den vielen Kurven zum Beispiel, oder wenn das “Bähnli” Stück […]

Conrad Spa Koh Samui Named Asia’s Best Hideaway Spa 2017

Conrad Spa Koh Samui, the luxury spa and wellness centre at Conrad Koh Samui, has been named the Asia’s Best Hideaway Spa 2017 at the prestigious award gala ceremony organized by the Haute Grandeur Global Hotel and Spa Awards 2017, recently held in Bangkok, Thailand. Conrad Spa Koh Samui: Enjoy Your Private Jacuzzi and Plunge […]

Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid Officially Opens

Hyatt Hotels announced the opening of Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid. The 159-room hotel is located in the heart of Madrid along the vibrant Gran Vía. The hotel opening marks the first Hyatt hotel in mainland Spain. Hyatt Centric Gran Via Madrid – First Hyatt Centric hotel in Spain As the first Hyatt Centric hotel […]

5 YUMMY Holiday Recipes from Around the World

Airbnb collected some very nice holiday recipes: According to a survey by Harris Poll/Airbnb, a majority of travelers (54%) like to cook as well as eat out while traveling – so it’s no surprise that food Experiences like cooking lessons with celebrated local chefs are most popular among Airbnb guests. No two holiday celebrations are […]

Curio Collection Debuts with Mahogany Bay Resort in Belize

Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club offers rustic chic escape and first Hilton hotel in emerging Ambergris Caye Designed for those seeking relaxed adventure, Mahogany Bay Resort & Beach Club, Curio Collection by Hilton is now welcoming travelers in Belize’s stunning Ambergris Caye. Marking Hilton’s  first property in the country – and one of the […]

Hyatt Centric La Rosiere: First European Ski Resort for Hyatt

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Hyatt Centric La Rosiere, the first Hyatt Centric hotel in France and the first Hyatt ski resort in Europe. Located at an altitude of 1850 meters, the 69-room hotel boasts an unbeatable slope-side location, offering immediate access to ski lifts. Hyatt Centric La Rosiere is operated by Sophos […]

Aerion to Develop World’s First Supersonic Business Jet

Aerion and Lockheed Martin, two leaders in supersonic technology, are planning to develop the world’s first supersonic business jet, the Aerion AS2. Over the next 12 months, the companies will work together to develop a framework on all phases of the program, including engineering, certification and production. Aerion Corporation of Reno, Nevada, was formed in […]

InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel

InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong has again triumphed at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2017 held in Vietnam, garnering the biggest recognition as World’s Leading Luxury Business Hotel. InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong: 572 guestrooms Nestled in the heart of the shopping, business and entertainment district of Tsimshatsui East, InterContinental Grand […]

Coming soon: The Heritage Hotel Kempinski Yangon

Currently in the final phase of restoration, The Heritage Hotel Kempinski Yangon is scheduled to open its doors to guests in spring 2018. Located on The Strand, in the heritage district of Myanmar’s largest city and opposite the new riverside cruise terminal, this outstanding five-star deluxe hotel will define luxury in the city of Yangon. […]

3 Sterne, 19,5 Punkte, vier Hauben: Das Aqua in Wolfsburg

Das muß einem erstmal jemand nachmachen: Zum zehnten Mal in Folge wurde das Wolfsburger Restaurant Aqua von Star-Koch Sven Elverfeld Mitte November mit drei MICHELIN-Sternen ausgezeichnet. Und als wäre das nicht genug, darf sich das Aqua in diesem Jahr auch mit 19,5 Gault Millau Punkten und vier Hauben schmücken. Drei Sterne vom Guide Michelin sind […]

Las Vegas Launched First-Ever Virtual Reality Art Program

Last Wednesday (Dec. 6), the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) debuted the first and only destination virtual reality art program, Vegas: Alter Your Reality (VAYR). The event took place at Wynwood’s Zadok Gallery during Miami Art Week with The Venetian Las Vegas. An innovative marketing concept that unites virtual reality and technology with […]

The Stunning New Presidential Suite at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur has unveiled its new 440 square metre Presidential Suite, one of the largest in the Malaysian capital. Situated adjacent to the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers, Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is the city’s leading luxury hotel with 643 well appointed rooms, suites and serviced apartments. Delight your senses with an array of […]

Hilton Announces Connected Room, First Mobile-Centric Hotel Room

Hilton unveiled Connected Room, a first-of-its-kind, high-tech guest room that enables guests to personalize and control every aspect of their stay from one central point – their mobile device. Currently in beta testing, Connected Room is live in one hotel, will deploy in coming weeks in several more, and will begin to scale rapidly to […]

Supersonic Air Travel: Japan Airlines invests in Boom

Japan Airlines (JAL) and Boom Supersonic announced a strategic partnership to bring commercial supersonic travel to passengers. While new and advanced technologies are changing our lives significantly, flight times for air travel have stayed relatively constant. Boom is developing a new-generation supersonic aircraft, which flies at Mach 2.2 and will cut flight times in half. […]

Booking.com Expands Access to Booking Assistant Chatbot

The pilot version of Booking.com’s new service and support Booking Assistant Chatbot is now widely available to English-language bookings, handling 30% of those customer enquiries automatically in less than 5 minutes. As the latest evolution of Booking.com’s messaging platform, the Booking Assistant merges proprietary Artificial Intelligence technology with Booking.com’s already-robust customer service support. Available to […]

Sleep very well… The Pullman Hotel Munich

From a little boy in a limousine to a big boy in his suite: The Pullman Hotel Munich >> hier gehts zur deutschen Text-Version >> When I was little, and that was a long time ago, the name Pullman meant one thing to me:  A very big and luxurious car. One day, my grandfather showed […]

Eröffnet: Das Renaissance Downtown Hotel Dubai

Die zu Marriott International gehörende Marke Renaissance Hotels hat das Renaissance Downtown Hotel Dubai eröffnet. Das neue Hotel liegt im beliebten Business Bay District und verfügt über 233 Gästezimmern und 65 großzügigen Suiten. Zu den Besonderheiten des Renaissance Downtown Hotel Dubai zählen sein kontrastreiches Design, luxuriös gestaltete, lichtdurchflutete Zimmer, die herausragende Küche und das erste […]

Marriott Set To Debut Nearly 40 Luxury Hotels In 2018

Marriott International announced the company is set to open nearly 40 luxury hotels in 2018 as the company continues to cater to a new affluent traveler, offering an unmatched variety of transformative travel experiences. Providing globetrotters with a truly global perspective and an unparalleled portfolio of eight distinct luxury brands, Marriott International Luxury Brands include […]

Airbnb reveals 2018 Travel Trends

Airbnb has revealed top 2018 travel trends: With 2017 drawing to a close, Airbnb looks ahead to what adventures await in the new year. Based on booking data for the first half of 2018, the company is forecasting the biggest year yet for the company with more homes, Experiences and intriguing destinations to explore. Trending […]

Hotels.com sees new millennial #TravelBrag trend

Whether it’s the deluxe suite, the hip hotel or the #foodporn, the #TravelBrag has become an essential part of any trip. “BRAGTAG” overtakes the humble HASHTAG as travel becomes the new social currency for millennials. New research from Hotels.com global Mobile Travel Tracker*, has discovered a new millennial trend, of ‘travel bragging’ on social media […]