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RITZ-CARLTON KUALA LUMPUR







The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur is a 5-star luxury hotel located within the vibrant heart of Malaysia's capital city, home to the magnificent Petronas Twin Towers, where ancient rivers converge and a modern city beckons guests to explore the sights, sounds and flavours of Malaysia. Located downtown in the Golden Triangle business district, guests at this distinctive 5-star luxury hotel in Kuala Lumpur can enjoy convenient access to upscale shopping, dining and entertainment.
The hotel features 251 intimate guest rooms each enjoying 24-hour butler service. The decor of the rooms themselves are influenced by a mix of themes reflecting Malaysia's diverse cultures. Dark toned woods with angular designs reflect a strong feel while details like brass inlays, add a touch of elegance. Rich earthy tones in the carpet and wall coverings create a relaxed home-away-from-home ambiance, while hidden up-to-date technologies add a modern, yet subtle flair. With similar interior decor in all of the elegant two and three bedroom suites, the perfect balance of style and comfort is achieved.
The hotel's restaurants include the award-winning Li Yen Chinese restaurant, Carlton Gourmet, Cesar's and the sophisticated Lobby Lounge, all connected to the exclusive Starhill Gallery and Feast Village.
The hotel includes two swimming pools and a Health Club with a fully equipped 24-hour gymnasium, saunas, Jacuzzis, steam baths and 32" satellite televisions as well as incorporating the award-winning Spa Village Kuala Lumpur within its complex.
Incorporating the latest Business Services and the 25-room Carlton Conference Centre, The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur is not only one of the most prestigious hotels in the city but also the premier venue for business.

24-HOUR BUTLER SERVICE

The only 5-star hotel in Kuala Lumpur to provide personal butler service 24-hours a day. Whether it is a butler drawn bath, a pressed shirt or simply a good restaurant recommendation, the butlers at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur are on hand to fulfil every desire and need.

AWARD-WINNING DINING FACILITIES

With four distinctive outlets in the hotel and over 20 restaurants and bars in Starhill Gallery and Feast Village, guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur are able to enjoy an unrivalled choice of dining experiences. The award winning Li Yen Chinese restaurant on Level Two of the hotel serves delicious Sunday breakfast, daily dim sum for lunch and Cantonese delicacies for dinner throughout the week.

SPA VILLAGE KUALA LUMPUR - SENSORY EXPLORATION

Designed to highlight each of the five senses, the unique Sensory Exploration treatment uses taste, touch, sight, smell and sound to relax and rejuvenate in a custom built room able to cater for up to six persons. The guests will experience the bitterness of Guard Fruit while listening to the rhythms of dotars and chimes, feel the gentle vibrations from the specially designed floor and the kneading strokes of a head and shoulder massage, all the while surrounded by multi-coloured twinkling lights. This is a unique and distinctive treatment that is unlike any other found in Kuala Lumpur.

GRAND HYATT SEOUL





Like its other Grand Hyatt counterparts throughout the world, Grand Hyatt Seoul is frequented by countless celebrities, world leaders and royalty. This is the result of exemplary service and splendid decor, which keep patrons coming back for more.

Often remarked to be the 'best business hotel in South Korea' (Asia Money Magazine and Business Traveller Asia-Pacific magazine) this hotel has left no stone unturned in its search for perfection. Over the last decade it had undergone no less than five years of renovations and improvements. These have included the installation of energy-efficient thermal glass into all guestrooms and a general multi-million-dollar facelift for the public areas, rooms and suites.

The top seven floors of Grand Hyatt Seoul are usually reserved for special guests. Here, speciality suites, such as the Presidential and Ambassador Suites, with their wood fireplaces and mosaic-tiled jacuzzis, please even the most well-heeled traveller. Grand Rooms, the hotel's standard guestrooms, are appointed in shades of grey and light brown - their contemporary look in full harmony with the Grand Club rooms on the exclusive Grand Club floors.

CLUB OLYMPUS


This is the hotel's signature indoor-outdoor, resort-style recreation facility. The lush landscape is a welcome refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city. In addition, the panoramic views of the Han River will leave strong memories embedded in guests' memories.
The piece de resistance of Club Olympus is its outdoor pool and sundecks, morphing into a spectacular ice-skating rink, between December and February, overlooking the haunting view of the city. In addition, the 24 hour-operated gym was renovated in 2007 and has since been completely upgraded.

THE DELI

The ultimate treat, if one has a taste for delicate pastries and gourmet foods, is The Deli, the hotel's unparalleled delicatessen. Offering a dazzling variety of more than 600 different items such as handmade cheeses, chocolates, marmalades, candied fruit and foie gras, as well as more than 50 types of fresh baked goods daily, The Deli is sure to win the hearts and appetities of epicures.

BUSINESS AND MEETING CENTRE

Grand Hyatt, Seoul's 590 sq m Business & Meeting Centre, is an expansive complex located on the 2nd floor of the hotel, housing a total of 10 meeting rooms with seating capacities from 6-16 persons. A variety of conference room configurations cater to both formal and informal meetings, including small corporate meetings, presentations, signing ceremonies, training seminars and other business oriented
events. In addition, a total of four PC rooms are available for Internet use. The Business & Meeting Centre also offers a full range of dining services, on demand. It is staffed by bilingual personnel, proficient in both information technology and business support.
The Business & Meeting Centre provides leading edge meeting and business services in a warm, functional environment equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment, featuring satellite video conferencing, multi-functional wall displays combining an LCD projector, white board, e-beam and interactive video display for notebooks, TV and DVD- all into one. Everything to meet the business traveller's meeting requirements.

PARK HYATT SHANGHAI







Looming above the city, and dwarfing Pudong's multitude of skyscrapers, the Park Hyatt Shanghai has a separate entrance to the rest of the Shanghai World Financial Centre (SWFC) where it occupies the 79th to 93rd floors. From the elegantly marbled hallway guests are whisked straight up to the lobby on the 87th floor; arriving in less than 50 seconds.
The immediate impact inside the lobby is of glass, light and, of course, the view. Every part of the hotel, from the spa to each of the bedrooms, has floor-to-ceiling windows, offering unique vantage points. The location of the hotel is directly within the heart of Shanghai's business centre. It is the perfect position for smart business travellers, however shoppers and lovers of culture will not be disappointed. The labyrinth of avenues below offers a wealth of street life, markets, shops and art galleries.
For a truly exceptional experience, try waking up in the clouds, high up on the 88th floor in the enormous Diplomat Suite. This ultra-chic heavenly loft, with towering 20 foot-high windows, is a way to truly entertain in style with its 'den' and separate living and dining rooms. For a more modest, but no less stylish stay, the standard rooms are also satisfyingly large, at 55 to 60 sq metres. All offer Huangpu River or city views and feature a king bed, day bed, walk-in dressing room and deluxe bathroom with heated floors. Amenities include 24-hour in-room dining, in-room espresso machine, flat-screen TV and complimentary wireless Internet access.
100 CENTURY AVENUE RESTAURANT
A destination in itself, and one of the most sought after dining experiences in Shanghai combining views from the 91st floor. The open kitchens are pure theatre, appealing to all the senses and making for a vibrant ambiance.

THE UPPER FLOOR

In the bar bearing the same name, top quality musicians and vocalists can often be heard, adding to the atmosphere. The drinks menu is notable with one page alone covering Macallan Single Malts dating back to 1950. Each month there is a themed party for guests to attend, more evidence of the inventive ideas that the hotel has come up .
to entertain.

THE SALONS

Catering for business travellers perfectly, The Salons on the 86th floor encompass seven private dining and meeting rooms that measure from 74 - 171m2 giving a total space of 665m2. These provide space for board meetings for eight guests to events of up to 96 guests for dinner and 100 guests for cocktails. There is high speed broadband Internet access .

THE RITZ-CARLTON SHANGHAI, PUDONG





The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong, has quickly been setting new benchmarks since opening in June 2010. With its contemporary interior decor with Art Deco ambience and sweeping views over the famous Bund, this is a stunning addition to the Shanghai hotel scene.
Situated on the upper 18 floors of an ultra-modern 58-story South Tower of Shanghai IFC in Lujiazui Finance and Trade Zone, The Ritz-Carlton Shanghai, Pudong features 285 guest rooms and suites. Starting at a generous 50sq metres, the rooms range upwards reaching an enormous 410 sq metres for the palatial Ritz-Carlton Suite and Chairman Suite. In addition, there are three floors of Club Floor accommodation with each having direct access to the Club Lounge on the 49th level. This space, with uninterrupted views of The Bund, is an ideal place to work, meet or relax.
The rooms and suites are all highly comfortable and practical. Guests will find Sealy beds and 400-thread count Frette bed linen, along with down feather pillows and throws - ensuring a good night's sleep for all. Design of the rooms is contemporary with hints of Shanghai Art Deco in 1930s. There are separate bath and shower facilities, walk-in closets, 42-inch LCD TVs with Blu-ray disc players as well as Bose Wave Music Systems with ipod docking for entertainment.
With a perfect location, a strong service ethic and top-of-the-range facilities, this new hotel joins the ranks of the top business hotels in Shanghai; and is a welcome addition.

SCENA

This stylish Italian restaurant features open interactive kitchens, a full buffet breakfast and a la carte lunch and dinner menus. The main restaurant is large enough to seat 150, and additionally there is a smart private dining room for up to 16 guests.

JIN XUAN

Located on the 53rd and 54th levels is the hotel's contemporary Chinese restaurant. Showcasing the very best Cantonese authentic cuisine, the space is divided into the main dining area, six private dining rooms and two VIP private dining rooms.

BUSINESS FACILITIES
Business meeting spaces, from the standard rooms to the ballroom, are located on the third floor. Whether for seminars, conferences or discussions, the facilities are modern and will satisfy all business needs. The ballroom is very large at 1,135 sq metres, and seats more than 840 guests. There are three further meeting rooms, all of which offer world-class technology and facilities ...

THE RITZ-CARLTON BEIJING, FINANCIAL STREET





Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates according to the principles of Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of placement, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Financial Street mixes all the required elements of luxury hotel design with a sophisticated, neoclassical Chinese aesthetic. Inside, the interior is elegant, warm and comfortable with an aura of understated elegance, quiet luxury and a sense of place and cultural identity.
The rooms are some of the best appointed in Beijing, with a list of features including Contemporary Chinese decor with modern furnishings, fully stocked refreshment bar, cordless telephone, electronic room control touch panels, full-size executive writing desk, high-speed Internet access, computer and fax hook-ups and dataport and multiline telephone with voicemail .
Dining options are varied with several top class restaurants as well as the Tea Apothecary and the Crystal Bar for Afternoon tea and cocktails respectively.
A fully equipped spa, fitness centre and a multitude of meeting spaces add up to make the hotel one of the premier venues in Beijing and an ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers.

GREENFISH
An all-day dining restaurant, which is ideal for a snack or light meal. Floor-to-ceiling windows create a bright and spacious ambience, complemented by a magnificent peony-shaped lighting feature and marble floors with California poppy design mosaic tiles. The restaurant comfortably seats 100 diners.

THE CRYSTAL BAR & LOUNGE
Infused with natural light permeating the room from all sides through skylights and wooden screens, it offers a welcoming respite from sightseeing or a busy business day. In the evening, the Crystal Bar & Lounge transforms into a sophisticated setting in which to 'see and be seen'. The bar offers a vantage point for guests to unwind with champagne cocktails
innovative martinis under the reflection of the feature design rock crystal glass bar.

LEISURE FACILITIES
These are second-to-none and offer guests an impressive choice. There is a purpose-built full-service spa, an indoor heated swimming pool with four Jacuzzi beds alongside a giant movie screen, screening only black and white classic movies, a 24-hour accessible gymnasium, a movement studio, plunge pools, steam and sauna rooms as well as a full-service hair and nail salon.

FOUR SEASONS TORONTO





Four Seasons Hotel Toronto In the heart of Yorkville, presides over the city's trendy shopping, dining and entertainment quarter. From the buzz of its lobby - the place to see and be seen - to the relaxed tranquility of its higher floors, the hotel offers residential comfort and sweeping city views, just steps from designer shopping in the upscale boutiques of chic Yorkville.
The hotel provides 380 guest rooms and suites within a 32-storey tower, offering a tremendous variety of accommodation. Exquisitely residential, all feature custom fabrics and furnishings. For business convenience, all rooms include an antique-style writing desk with comfortable chair, two-line telephones with conference call and voice mail features, cordless phones and high-speed Internet access. Most rooms have a large bay window that opens for fresh air, while many corner rooms open to a furnished balcony. Views encompass the boutiques, galleries and tree-lined streets of Yorkville, while upper-floor views extend south to the dramatic downtown skyline and Lake Ontario. The floor-to-ceiling perspectives in the elegant penthouse salons add a sense of drama to exclusive receptions and banquets.
The exceptional dining options at the hotel are perfect for occasions both formal and casual. American and Mediterranean cuisines are complemented by local Canadian specialties. A separate kosher kitchen makes a particularly welcoming venue for the Jewish community, adding inspired touches to traditional specialties.
The other amenities at the hotel are as extensive as one would expect in a hotel of this caliber and include everything a guest could desire for health, fitness and leisure while away. Spa treatments include a wide range of massage therapies, while the heated indoor-outdoor pool - with its sheltered sun deck - is open year-round and a workout in the high-tech health club can easily extend to a jog or power-walk through Toronto's downtown green space. The hotel Concierge can make all the arrangements for a game of tennis, squash or golf so all guests are catered for.
The Four Seasons Toronto, from its impeccable service to its impeachable style is the epitome of what a luxury hotel should be.

STUDIO CAFE
This warm, bright and airy all-day restaurant, located on the second floor, serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch in a casual and friendly atmosphere. The uniquely designed restaurant overlooks Yorkville Avenue and features contemporary Italian furnishings and original artwork by Canadian artists, including colourful glass sculptures and whimsical paintings. The Studio Cafe features an open kitchen and a wine cellar
for over 1,200 wine bottles ensuring all diners are spoilt for choice.

AVENUE LOUNGE
Overlooking Yorkville Avenue, contemporary elegance and modern sophistication embody Avenue bar and lounge. Guests enjoy a stylish and comfortable candle-lit atmosphere with warm, neutral colours accented by vivid black and white prints and oversized couches and chairs. Avenue's centrepiece is a stunning 6-metre onyx bar complemented by marble flooring and Italian and French handmade furniture.
HEALTH SPA, FITNESS CENTRE & POOL
While staying at the hotel why not pamper yourself with a relaxing or rejuvenating spa treatment in the privacy of your guestroom or suite? The Hotel offers a variety of treatments that can be arranged through the Concierge. During the warmer months, the spacious sunning terrace and garden is the perfect venue for a day of relaxation.

EMIRATES PALACE ABU DHABI

Situated on a 1.3 km stretch of private white pristine beach and on 100 hectares of manicured lawns and lush landscaped gardens, Emirates Palace comprises 394 luxury rooms and suites and a variety of award winning dining options. The resort's leisure facilities include two intricately landscaped swimming pools one to refresh and relax and one perfectly designed for adventure and family fun, an Anantara spa, tennis courts, and a state of the art fitness centre.
Built as an iconic landmark showcasing Arabian culture and hospitality at its finest, Emirates Palace, managed by Kempinski, has created an enviable niche in luxury hospitality. Renown for welcoming world leaders, celebrities, global business travellers and leisure guests and delivering a truly memorable and unique experience. Luxurious contemporary facilities and amenities abound across the comfortable and traditional Arabian surroundings, all to be enjoyed alongside the personalized world class service.
As a world-class leader in the Meetings, Incentive, Conference and Events market, Emirates Palace houses the most luxurious and technologically advanced meeting facilities in the region. These include an auditorium with up to 1,100 seats, the ballroom for up to 2400 guests, over 40 meeting rooms, a Media Centre and a Business Centre and outdoor venue capacity for up to 20,000 guests.

HAKKASAN RESTAURANT
This world renowned Michelin star restaurant offers a unique take on modern Chinese cuisine. In possession of instant glamour, Hakkasan offers a moderninity that combines opulent design, Asian contemporary ambiance, ambitious cooking and accomplished service.
Guests have a choice of two entrances by which to arrive at Hakkasan; via the main Palace lobby entrance or Hakkasan's own private entrance which can be ...
located by following the signs to the East Wing when driving into Emirates Palace. Both choices have a complimentary valet parking service.

ETOILES ABU DHABI
Stylish and uber-chic, Etoiles Abu Dhabi at Emirates Palace is a sophisticated restaurant, lounge and club offering the perfect balance of fine dining and night life entertainment. Overlooking the beautiful moonlit waters of the Arabian Sea; with its fashionable mix of opulent decor, smooth grooves, international award winning DJ's and live performances by many well-known artists, celebrity guests, and the finest ...
avant-garde European influenced cuisine; this is fast becoming the popular choice with Abu Dhabi's trendy elite. Etoiles Abu Dhabi at Emirates Palace is a haven for those with a sophisticated palate who appreciate an exclusive social experience in a refreshing and modern setting. A sublime a la carte menu created by Michelin rated award winning Chef - Dean Bouvet, featuring a fusion of stimulating culinary fare to tempt even the most discerning of diners.

ANANTARA SPA

The Anantara Spa offers rejuvenating body treatments and therapies in a serene Moroccan / Thai inspired back drop. The spa features seven treatment suites complete with Vichy shower & the only Moroccan Hammam facility available in Abu Dhabi. "His" & "Hers" treatments are available complete with double beds & bath tubs.

MANDARIN ORIENTAL TOKYO

This elegant, modern hotel opened at the end of 2005, and continues to impress its influential guests. Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is consistently rated as one of the finest hotels in Asia and has recently been awarded with the highest 'Luxury Comfort' rating of five red pavilions by the Michelin Guide.Located in the heart of Nihonbashi, the hotel offers an oasis of luxury in the historical and financial centre of the city. Occupying the top nine floors of the contemporary 39 floor Nihonbashi Mitsui Tower, the hotel design was conceived as a large tree, with the guest rooms being the top branches. Within these branches are triptych floor-to-ceiling windows that offer unrivalled views of the city. East-facing rooms look out over the new Tokyo Tower, Asakusa, the Sumida River, Odaiba, and Tokyo Bay, while the west-facing rooms boast views of the Imperial Palace garden, Ginza, Tokyo Station, Shinjuku and Mount Fuji in the stance.Keeping in line with the underlying principles that govern Japanese aesthetics, no single object stands alone in this hotel. There is a harmonious flow in every element, from sumptuous silks on the walls and rich wooden flooring, including waterfalls and fireplaces, and soft arc lights that emphasize the luxurious design elements. Additionally the very latest in electronics complement the sleek designs, with guest room blinds and drapes operated from bedside panels, audio jacks for iPods, wireless laptop connections and 45-in flat screen televisions offering more than 50 free channels and video on demand.The pampering continues right up to the point guests doze off on their 450-thread count cotton sheets. While other hotels anoint their pillows with chocolates at turn down, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo instead places a bottle of natural aromatherapy fragrance to calm the senses.With in-room luxuries such as these, it is understandable if guests may prefer to remain in the comfort of their accommodation, but to do so would be to miss out on the other attractions that have earned Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo its award-winning reputation.Diners are in for a real treat as this is the only hotel in the capital to have three Michelin-starred restaurants in the latest Japanese Michelin guide. Signature (serving contemporary French), Sense (Cantonese) and the creative Tapas Molecular Bar (serving innovative molecular cuisine) which all received a single star: Signature for the third time, and Sense and the Tapas Molecular Bar for the second. In addition, the Gourmet Shop offers guests the finest in homemade cakes, chocolates and bakery items. All the products are beautifully presented, and the hand-dipped chocolates and patisseries are ideal as gifts.Indeed, while the amazing views, splendid interior design and legendary service make this hotel special, it is the many little touches that make it all the more attractive.