Take-Away Elements Artisanal Bread Box
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The Okura Prestige is now offering freshly baked bread straight from the oven for you to enjoy at home. A warm, sweet-smelling Elements Bread Box comes with 2 pieces of the hotel’s signature Brioche feuilletée, 2 pieces of Soba baguette, 2 pieces of Goma charcoal soft bun, 1 bar of French salted butter and 1 bar of smoked miso and seaweed butter, only at THB 390 per box.
Elements Artisanal Bread Box is available to order from now on. A minimum of 24 hours pre-order is required by calling +66 (0) 2 687 9031 or email fbreservations@okurabangkok.com. Pick up at La Pâtisserie on weekdays from 07:00 – 19:00 and for weekends/holidays, pick up is on request at Up & Above Restaurant.
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Trip.com’s enhancing strategies for capturing the hearts of travellers worldwide
Trip.com, which is currently at the forefront of its market, provides a one-stop-shop for all of your travel needs, including flights, hotels, auto rentals, and travel insurance, giving a seamless experience that is more convenient than booking across several platforms. According to Mr. Boon Sian Chai, Managing Director and Vice President of International Markets at Trip.com Group, "Personalization is essential. Trip.com can provide highly personalized travel experiences by leveraging big data and AI. Trip Genie, an AI vacation planning helper, exhibits this by offering personalized recommendations, special bargains, and tailored itineraries." While client happiness is a key satisfaction of Trip.com's strategy, the company also emphasizes strong supplier partnerships to build mutually advantageous arrangements that improve the customer experience. "This requires a sophisticated understanding and integration into the local travel ecosystem, allowing us to provide more personalized and relevant travel experiences. By integrating local data, we improve our capacity to fulfill the unique demands of each market. We invested in launching our branding project with AOT (Airport of Thailand) to gain impressions, which contributed to a very strong MoM uplift, bringing Trip.com search volume to a new level with Pre-Launch vs Post-Launch: +93% and Lifetime Thailand average search volume: +134% YOY," said Mr. Boon Sian Chai. In terms of sustainability, Mr Boon Sian Chai notes that "The platform also emphasizes low-carbon travel options, which aligns with the preferences of approximately 85% of business travelers who prioritize sustainable choices." Trip.com has also added a feature that showcases sustainable hotels certified by GSTC-Accredited Certification Bodies, promoting eco-friendly bookings and strengthening its aim to becoming carbon neutral by 2050.
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9 Things We Know About YHI Spa at the Meliá Chiang Mai
There is always a good reason to go to the spa. It is not only about making time for yourself to relax your body and mind, but also about discovering a new scene and experiencing a new spa treatment created with local wisdom and a touch of modern wellness techniques. 1. This newly opened spa in Chiang Mai is the third outlet after a successful launch in Koh Samui and Phuket. 2. The 'YHI' was inspired by the goddess YHI, responsible for life and light and personified by the sun for the Karraur First Nations people in Australia. 3. The conceptual treatment at YHI Spa is derived from ancient Asian healing wisdom combined with modern wellness techniques. 4. Its extensive spa menu includes massages, body scrubs and wraps, hydrotherapy facials, manicures and pedicures, and more. 5. The seven treatment rooms are spacious and designed with an underwater theme, with a touch of a Thai herbal sauna and steam. 6. The signature spa menu here is the 90-minute treatment that combines an ancient Northern Thai massage (Tok Sen) with a Spanish massage aimed at relaxing muscles and providing fatigue relief. 7. YHI Spa pays homage to Thailand with designated massage treatments such as "Traditional Thai," which focuses on the body’s pressure points, and "Thai Lanna," which uses a Thai herbal ball. 8. "Kid Therapy" is a 45- or 60-minute treatment for children aged six to twelve years that aims to prevent hyperactivity. 9. YHI Spa uses products from HARNN, an organic Thai wellness brand. Their products are known for their natural ingredients and the wisdom of Thai artisans.
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This November: Pop-Up Culinary Event at Kimpton Kitalay Samui By Masterminds Behind Bangkok’s Samlor
Kimpton Kitalay Samui invites you to join the celebration of the resort's first anniversary with a series of exclusive pop-up event, featuring a seven-course dining experience by Thailand's acclaimed culinary talents, Chef Napol 'Joe' Jantraget and Chef Saki Hoshinowhich form Samlor in Bangkok, which will take place on 25 and 26 November at BoHo Thai Lifestyle Café. Highlights of delectable creations include 'Marinated Local Fish Crudo' with citrus vinaigrette & chili oil; 'Curry Crab Chawanmushi' with local beans and fermented chili; and 'Grilled Wagyu Striploin' with glazed oyster, baked rice and kale.The special dining experience is priced at THB 2,500 per person, with optional wine pairing at THB 1,800++ per person. Advance reservations are recommended, which can be made at +66 (0) 77 951 999, kimptonkitalay.info@ihg.com or kimptonkitalaysamui.com