Bunaken Hotels, Resort, and Cottages

Bastianos Dive Resorts
Will pick up from Manado hotels. Bastianos Bunaken is a PADI Dive Resort which located on the west part of Bunaken Island (PADI PIRA member R-34063). Accommodation at Bastianos in traditional wooden bungalows, we have 10 Hillside and 10 Beachfront Rooms. The ones on the hillside are under lush tropical vegetation and most have ocean views. Our Beachfront rooms are only a few meters from the ocean and on the longest and finest light sand beach on Bunaken Island.

Bunaken Cha Cha Nature Resort
Phone. +62 813 56930370 (Skype: bunakenchacha). On the eastern side of Bunaken; 10 cottages all with en-suite bathrooms (hot water showers), large balconies, all Superior Cottages are equipped with A/C. Private white sand beach, "House Reef" with floating pontoon for snorkelers, Massage treatments available. Restaurant above the beach, Wifi throughout the Resort, PADI Dive Center. Packages start from US$60 per person/per night ; Accommodation & Dive Packages from US$145 per person/per night.

Bunaken Village Resort
Located along the Pangalisang beach on the east coast of Bunaken. 8 cottages, restaurant, dive shop, beach bar, and swimming pool around a nicely landscaped small garden. Rooms 20-25€, 2 boat dives 40€. Next door just south of Two Fish Divers. The Bunaken Village Resort is located along the Pangalisang beach on the eastcoast of Bunaken. The more then 7000 square metres hotel grounds includes 8 cottages, the restaurant building, diveshop, beachbar and the swimmingpool.

Froggies Divers
A high quality dive operator with comfortable bungalows and excellent food. Dive, eat, sleep: that's what you will do at FROGGIES; dive and dive and dive! Want to spend 4 1/2 hours a day in the water, watching the scenery and the ever moving "fish-film"? Easy, do two 1 hour 30' dives during the day and an unforgettable nightdive, you will not regret a single minute. Did I hear you say "It's impossible"? Try it, sit in the gentle current, do not move your arms or your fins, just follow your slow-going diveguide. Manado diving at Froggies is lazy, taste the real sense of the saying: "AWAY FROM IT ALL"

Living Colours
Phone +62-812-4306063. Diver-oriented resort run by the shop of the same name, the bungalows are spacious and clean. Rooms 35€/person, including three excellent meals. Lately chosen as " Best resort all around Bunaken" by Lonely Planet Indonesia. Living Colours Dive Resort on Bunaken Island, Manado, North Sulawesi, is a small idyllic resort with a professional dive centre. We are based on Bunaken Island, in the heart of the world famous Bunaken National Marine Park. Our beach front dive centre with high quality dive equipment is run by European PADI Instructors and experienced local Divemasters. The nine wooden bungalows are situated on a small hill, only 50 steps from the beach, and have great sea views.

Lorenso's Bungalows
5 min down the coast from Living Colours, offering cheaper but more basic bungalows at 125,000- 250,000 Rp. per person, per night. Situated right to the village of Bunaken , you are close to all kinds of activities. Resort offers Dolphin, Fishing, and Hiking tours but as well you can dive or snorkel with close-by operators in the world famous waters of Bunaken National Park . There are altogether seven standard bungalows to choose from, each with a mosquito net and a fan.

Two Fish Divers
Phone. +62-811-432805. Small and friendly PADI Gold Palm IDC Resort based on Bunaken Island. Cottages are basic but comfortable, and are right in front of the mangroves. The food is reliable, if monotonous. Vegetarians are usually offered fresh grilled fish in place of meat dishes. Offers fun dives for experienced and inexperienced divers, with small groups of 2-4 divers per dive guide. Also offers a full range of PADI dive courses from Open Water Course through to Instructor. Rooms start at €12 per person to €25 per person.

About Bunaken National Park Resort Manado

Understanding Bunaken

Bunaken is one of Indonesia's most famous dive/snorkeling areas, and it draws scuba divers & snorkelers from all over the world. In addition to Bunaken itself, a rather featureless banana-shaped island, the National Park includes the neighboring islands of Manado Tua, a distinctive cone-shaped extinct volcano, Siladen, Montehagen, Nain, and Nain Kecil.

Bunaken Landscape
The park is famed for the clarity of its water (35m visibility is common in the summer dry season), the abundance of coral and fish, and for the precipitous "walls" at some sites. Bunaken Timur, right off the east coast of the island and featuring all of the above, is according to some the best dive site in all Indonesia.

Bunaken Flora and fauna
Except for the very largest pelagics, nearly everything can be found at Bunaken. Reef inhabitants include white and black tip reef sharks, giant sea turtles, napoleon fish, and dugongs.

You may frequently run into dolphins, and occasionally schools of whales.

Bunaken Climate
Bunaken is barely a degree above the equator and thus tropical. The "Rainy Season" from November to mid April, brings frequent rains, sometimes in storms lasting for several days, which make the air nice and cool but also reduce visibility. The "Dry Season" from May to October, when temperatures climb to 35° and visibility reaches a maximum. Bunaken receives far less rain than the mainland and is well ventilated with sea breezes.

How to Get to Bunaken

Bunaken is about 45-60 minutes by boat from Manado. Most resorts will arrange transfers from the airport for their guests. Alternatively, a public boat leaves daily except Sunday at 2-3PM from the canal on the north side of the market. The cost is 25,000Rp for tourists, 10,000Rp for locals (welcome to Indonesia). It returns to Manado from the jetty in Bunaken village around 8-8:30AM every morning except Sunday. You can also charter a boat both ways at anytime.

Bunaken Fees/Permits
As of September 2008, entry to the park costs either Rp 50,000/day or Rp 150,000/Calendar year, children below 10 years are exempt. Even though the fee does not seem to be automatically levied upon entrance to the island, it is the responsibility of all visitors to the Park to have one, and most reputable dive shops & Resorts will supply them. As proof of payment, you will receive a plastic tag that must be carried at all times; it's waterproof and must be carried at all times as "spot" checks are not uncommon by the patrol boats. The Park is Managed by a multi stakeholder board comprising of Government and non government members to include representatives of the 30,000 locals that live within the boundaries of the park. Though deemed by some as not being transparent and lacking in effectiveness, the management board together with the Water Police have, over the years, been able to stop cyanide fishing, dynamite fishing and more recently participated in the release of 700 Napoleon Wrasse that had been caught in and around the Marine Park and destined for the culinary delights of certain mindless individuals, thus, though not perfect and having room for lots of improvement the Management Board does have an important role in the conservation of the area and this could not happen without the support of all visitors in adhering to the purchase of the entrance tag.

Get around Bunaken
Muddy and concrete paths connect the various settlements around the Bunaken. Many are effectively impassable after rain. Watch out if walking along the coastline, as the beach may disappear when the high tide rolls in. Scooter taxi service available around the island.

Tourism on Bunaken has been very much geared towards divers over the years, but the trend seems to be changing and more and more snorkelers are visiting the area as too are those who wish to just relax immersed in nature...away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Possible activities for landlubbers include:

What to See in Bunaken
* Beach-combing, especially at low tide when the reef top is accessible
* Hiking to some of the secluded coves on the Eastern and Northern part of the island, but trails are poorly marked
* Fishing, but only outside of the park boundaries: hire a boat or join one of the local fishing boats.
* Dolphin & Whale watching, either while on diving or snorkeling boat trips or by hiring a boat.

What to Do in Bunaken
The thing to do in Bunaken is dive, dive and dive! However, the steep walls and occasionally strong, rapidly changing currents mean that many sites cater more to the intermediate/advanced diver, although there are beginner-friendly sites too and all dive shops can arrange intro dives and Open Water Diver courses. The North Sulawesi Watersports Association offers oodles of detail on diving in the park. The park also offers outstanding snorkeling!

All dive shops in the park are affiliated with resorts, so see Sleep below for listings.

The snorkeling is fantastic just in front of many of the resorts that surround the island, with an incredible amount of marine life living in the shallows and also on the outer walls. Remember not to snorkel without fins as the currents can sometimes be strong, and change quickly even when they are not. Pick a reference point on the island and do not stray too far unless you are a confident swimmer.

What to Buy in Bunaken
At the "Visitors Center" on Liang beach locals sell handicrafts, T Shirts and general souvenirs

What to Eat in Bunaken
Fish, fish and fish -- usually at your dive resort.

What to Drink in Bunaken
Natural drinking water is Not available on Bunaken. Insist on bottled mineral water at all times, ensure that coffees or teas are made using bottled water also. Local spirits Cap Tikus literally "rat brand" made from distilled palm wine (a type of moonshine), actually quite nice "on the rocks with a slice of lemon". "Bintang" is the number 1 beer in Indonesia and now available cold at many of the Resorts, together with wines.

Sleep in Bunaken
Most people choose to sleep at their dive resorts, almost all of which offer full board and attractive package offers. Those on the south and west sides of Bunaken have a strip of beach (coarse yellow sand), while the east side has a mixture of mangroves and small beaches with better reefs.

* Bunaken SeaGarden Diveresort (Bunaken SeaGarden Diveresort), Bunaken Island (Pangalisang beach), ☎ +6281244738802. On a beautiful location at Pangalisang beach you will find the Bunaken SeaGarden Resort, a small and cosy diveresort with 4 spacey cottages build in a traditional style. All cottages have a nice veranda and a modern style bathroom. Diving in one of the best divelocations in Indonesia: The Bunaken National Park 20.

Lodging in Bunaken

* Bastianos Dive Resorts.
* Bunaken Cha Cha Nature Resort.
* Bunaken Village Resort.
* Froggies Divers.
* Living Colours.
* Lorenso's Bungalows.
* Two Fish Divers.

Stay Safe in Bunaken
There are no unusual health risks in the park, aside from the standard set of easily avoided venomous marine critters. Sharks and crocodiles are both absent, and jellyfish are found only occasionally, primarily during the change of the seasons in spring/fall.

What to Do in Abu Dhabi

A visit to Abu Dhabi is incomplete if you have not stopped by the charming Heritage VillageIt is serenely positioned overlooking the Corniche, near Abu Dhabi’s Breakwater and only a short distance away from the imposing Marina Mall.

Visitors can guage some inkling of what life was like for Abu Dhabi’s Bedouin by viewing a reconstruction of their traditional desert encampment - including a goat’s hair tent and a campfire with coffee pots.

The Heritage Village also features a reconstruction of the “old well and irrigation system, mud-brick houses, old fishing villages and suoqs (bazaars).”

Quite interestingly the Heritage Village features several workshops that simulate old-fashioned metal work, the heritage village craftsmen often let visitors try their hand on such skills.

A spice shop within the Heritage Village treats the visitor’s culinary senses and a small souvenir also shop sells handicraft items. A mini-museum featuring artefacts such as diving tools, jewellery, weapons and coffee pots, amongst others, rounds up the Heritage Village experience.

There are no restrictions for photography here. Therefore, visitors are encouraged to keep their camera handy for photo opportunities with the friendly local craftsmen amidst their exotic landscape.

Another popular tourist attraction, and local landmark is the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque. Considered by many as one of the most imposing religious and national landmarks in Abu Dhabi to date. It is also arguably one of the most important architectural treasures of the contemporary UAE society - and one of the most beautiful in the world - initiated no less by the late president HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, (who is fondly thought of as the father of UAE.)

The Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Mosque, popularly called Grand Mosque by local residents, is seen as a “globally unifying” landmark from its conception to completion, bringing together designers, features, materials and suppliers from nearly every corner of the globe: Italy, Germany, Morocco, India, Turkey, Iran, China, Greece and the UAE. Natural materials were chosen for its design and construction, which include marble, stone, gold, semi-precious stones, crystals and ceramics.

Also popular as a tourist destination is the Hili archaeological site. Situated within a public garden, it is accessible from the Dubai Road, some 10 kilometres outside Al Ain.

Visitors, including those with children, can enjoy the landscaped public garden whilst having a picnic especially during the cooler months. This public garden features an important site where remnants of a Bronze Age settlement was excavated and restored.

This site yielded a tomb containing the remains of well over 200 individuals as well as valuable artefacts including ceramic and soft-stone vessels believed to be imported from Iran or Baluchistan that are now displayed at the Al Ain Museum. Hili is near Fossil Valley, an area which was covered by sea many thousand years ago, and hence, serves as a mini-reservoir of countless fossils.

Archaeological surveys over the past few decades have been conducted at a number of sites including Rumeilah, a district of Al Ain. Rumeilah yielded what is believed to be the first Iron Age settlement in the emirate where a series of mud brick buildings, some still with roofs intact, has been discovered. The settlement, possibly occupied between 1000 and 300 BC, contained grinding stones, pottery, metal tools and some bronze weaponry.

Other archaeological sites are located in Qattarah (Al Ain), Mantiqa Al-Sirra (Abu Dhabi interior) and Ayn Al Fayda (Al Ain), to name a few. Plans are afoot to open at least one of these sites to the public in future.

All You Need to Know About Hurghada, Egypt

Renowned for its pristine quality of service and style, and as an adobe for tourists, Hurghada has a preceding reputation of quality versus quantity.

Hurghada, also known as ‘Al Ghardagah’ by locals, is an Egyptian city and a popular tourist city.

Due to the fact that Hurghada is situated along the shores of the Red Sea, almost all developments are inevitably beachfront properties.

Hurghada lies on a promontory projecting into the sea, some 380 km to the south-east of Cairo. Once an isolated fishing village, Hurghada emerged as a key site early in the 20th century. From the 1980s, the city has expanded and flourished, and is now the leading resort along the Red Sea Coast.

Founded in the early 20th Century, Hurghada has been on a continuous growth spiral, so much so that Hurghada is now the leading resort destination along the Red Sea.

Presently, this former fisherman’s village hosts 40 000 inhabitants. Divided into three main parts, namely: El Dahar (the old district, downtown); Sekalla (the modern district) and El Korra Road (the most modern district), Hurghada has plenty to offer its visitors and residents. For example: Sekalla is where one would find relatively modest Hotel quarters, whereas El Dahar is where one would find the town’s largest bazaar, post office and bus station.

Property markets indicate that it is possible to fetch a luxury beachfront studio apartment in Hurghada for as little as £15 000, while a fully furnished turn-key apartment will have you looking at £20 000.

Stretching approximately 40km along the Red Sea coastline and not reaching too far into the desert, Hurghada is perfectly situated to enable a guarantee of luxurious relaxation at its best.

Many of Hurghada’s beach resorts are all-inclusive, self-contained entities that satisfy the visitor’s every need and desire. Amenities include discos, bars, playgrounds, swimming pools and small theatres.

Hurghada has its own international airport that receives many charter flights every day. Hurghada is well connected to Cairo and Luxor by bus. There are also ferries to and from the Sinai Peninsula.

Minibuses seat up to a dozen people, and are probably the cheapest means of intra-city travel.

Another option is car rental. Several international rental companies are represented in Hurghada.

Within Hurghada, public transport is good. Collective service taxis operate on a wide variety of routes. They are quicker than buses, and can depart (and arrive) at any given time.

Prices are on the increase, daily – as new developments are re-priced, on average, every quarter. The amounts of these quarterly-increases vary according to the exact locality of the development and the apartment position within the complex, but a ten per cent increase is the average quarter-hike for the best located development on the market.

Hurghada is known for its spectacular landscape, rich in canyons and mountains. The desert safari is a wonderful means of experiencing this colourful terrain. Several operators in Hurghada arrange such safaris, most of which last between 1 and 5 days. Participants may select from camels, horses, quads and 4x4 vehicles.

Hurghada Aquarium and Museum boasts a wide selection of Red Sea plants and animals. It is open from 8am to 8pm.

Remaining a popular holiday destination for residents of Cairo, the Delta and Upper Egypt, as well as gaining popularity as a package holiday destination for many European tourists (i.e. Russians, Germans, etc), Hurghada is on the rise in leaps and bounds.

Giftun Island provides a superb day outing for the whole family. Besides excellent snorkeling, one has the opportunity to view the Red Sea underworld from a submarine. The island is well populated with shops and boutiques, and there are also some interesting historical sites such as the Roman porphyry quarry remains.

El Gouna lies 20 km to the north of Hurghada. A purpose built leisure resort, it boasts a 10 km stretch of beachfront. Its water activity opportunities are excellent, and include facilities for water skiing, parasailing, snorkeling and windsurfing. For those who favour land-based activity, the 18-hole USPGA Golf Course offers a world-class game.

Safaga is slightly south of Hurghada. This port town comprises several tourist villages specializing in diving holidays, and is complete with outstanding hotels and seafood restaurants. The town’s clean sandy beaches and stiff sea breezes make it an ideal location for windsurfing.

Other nearby islands is Shaab el-Erg, Shaab Abu Ramada, Abu Minquar, Careless Reef and Shadwan Island. All offer excellent swimming and diving conditions.

Sharm El Naga is a village located 40 km south of Hurghada. Its beach boasts the most beautiful reef cliff in the region.

The Hurghada Casino, at the Hurghada International Resort and Casino, provides an alternative night on the town. Games on offer include Black Jack, Poker, Roulette and slot machines.

Hurghada is a true party town. The night clubs are concentrated along the same main street as the hotels and, although they attract mostly young people, there is entertainment enough for everyone.

Terbuai in Parai Beach

ISLAND Bangka famous with its beautiful beaches. The fine white sand and appear to be a little sparkler utama.Contohnya capital Parai Beach Tenggiri. What beauty?

Bangka blessed with many beaches. No half-hearted, the island that is located on the east and including in the Sumatra region of Kepulauan Bangka Belitung has 12 beaches that can be visited.

Such as beach mat, beach Parai Tenggiri, Pesona Tanjung Pantai, Pantai Teluk Limau, Pantai Batu Bedaun, Batavia Beach Bangka, Uber Bay Beach, Beach Tikus, Romodong Beach, Pantai Mas Air rancid, PantaiTemberan, and Beach Penyusuk.

Most of the beaches that have been mentioned earlier are still natural. Only two beaches that are maintained as tourist attractions, namely Tenggiri Beach Parai Beach and Tanjung Pesona managed private.

In both the beach, the facilities available and the hotel restaurant. In fact, in Parai Beach Tenggiri there are facilities to spoil a visitor, such as spa, banana boat, and boat to the orbit around, and outdoor sports (outbond).

Accident, some time ago one of the phone provider to invite to come to Bangka. Invite the ceremony coincided with one of the offices in the area of Bangka. During his time there, journalists invited to enjoy the beautiful beach Parai Tenggiri.

To reach this beach, from the Airport, the visitor can use a variety of types of vehicles can be rented at the Airport Depati Amir. If you want to use public transport, from Pangkal Pinang visitors can ride the city transportation Colt type, direction-Pangkal Pinang Sungai Liat Rp6.000 and pay fees.

Liat's River, travel can be sloppy with the motor up to the beach area Parai Tenggiri. To use this motor becak, visitors need to pay as much Rp40.000-go route for home. Such as the beaches on the Bangka, Parai Beach Tenggiri is dominated by rocks that are large.

Rocks this will remind even the beach has ever shown on film Laskar Pelangi demand. Coral rocks on the beach Parai Tenggiri indeed make a scene on the beach has become more special. From the top of the rocks, the visitor can sit down to enjoy the relaxed beauty of the South China Sea and shady little choppy.

This beach is sloping and has a soft wave. Condition of the beach like this, it allows the tourists to swim and play in the water along the coastal edge. Pasirnya the white and green of marine water, the value add this beautiful beach.

At night, visitors can freely enjoy the atmosphere with the night along the coast of colored light from the ships that sail the middle, while enjoying the sweet cassava, such as cheese fries, fried cheese, banana, pumpkin compote, or a warm drink can be purchased at the nearest restaurant .

In addition to enjoying the natural beauty and friendly atmosphere, visitors can also make a charming recreation interest. For tourists who like fishing, this beach is available on the rental boat fishing rod complete with all the equipment. How a little more challenging?

Visitors can only do a game or banana Boating parasailing. Or, visitors can also enjoy diving to coral reefs property in the area directly opposite the beach with this South China Sea. If you want to feel the style of urban entertainment, in this area also provides a golf course that is quite knowledgeable. Thus, the only reasonable if the visitor actually terbuai whilst in Parai Beach Tenggiri.

Paradise Garden in Central Coffee

Enjoy spa coffee not only can be done in the middle of the city, but also in the spa resort that offers the maximum relaxation.

One of the locations that can be a destination is Losari Coffee Plantation Resort & Spa in Magelang, Central Java. What is the distinction this spa resort? In addition to the exotic location in the mountains Magelang, Losari Spa Resort has a story and history romantisme past, when the Dutch Meneer still make coffee and enjoying themselves in the middle of the mountain mist.

Losari Coffee Plantation Resort & Spa resort is owned by the original Italian, Teggia Gabriella, who found a land of dreams in Losari. In the beginning, in the colonial era, the area of 22 hectares is a coffee plantation that outcome will be sent to far to the ocean.

When Indonesia gained its independence, coffee plantations continue Losari change of ownership and deserted, and came to Teggia "menyulapnya" became one of the hidden romantic hideaway in the middle of the mountains.

Now, the exotic resort has 26 units of a building divided into different functions. Overall architecture built in Java, Yogyakarta, a touch of style, Kudus, Jepara and a very thick, especially in the wood accents, which is integrated with the existence of modern facilities to ensure the comfort of our visitors.

Other Specialties in the lobby of the resort as an old railway station made in year 1928, named Mayong. That aspect of the resort. From the spa, visitors can enjoy the privileges like the daughter palace with beauty care ala Java. Things that make these special spa treatment is lulur coffee made from coffee plantation that is still a part of Losari Coffee Plantation Resort & Spa.

After rileks body, relax in the villa while enjoying the scenery, walking or cycling in the area around the plantation can be a fun alternative. In addition, those who love to try a walking program using the old steam train, complete with the antique gerbongnya. This old train track akan natural rural Central Java with a carpet of lush paddy plantations and exploring the memories we will carry natural wealth of Indonesia.

In the harvest season, you can even become part of the farmers who rejoiced picking coffee. If you have not yet come when the harvest comes, a lot of packages are also offered, from the train to enjoy the oldest in the Ambarawa, Losari around the area, to pay a visit to Borobudur and Dieng.

How do I reach Losari Coffee Plantation & Spa? Simply cover a distance of about half an hour from the airport, Ahmad Yani, Semarang, or approximately two hours from the Adi Sucipto airport, Yogyakarta, you have set foot in the gate peace in Losari Coffee Plantation Resort and Spa.

The combination of cool weather merasuki skin, aroma coffee beans, wet earth and give peace a typical rural guaranteed to make you forget all tired.

Enjoy the Ocean from the Top Tebing

Bored with atmosphere Kuta Beach or Sanur? Maybe this one location that can provide an alternative holiday time in Bali. Nammos on the beach, you can enjoy the ocean from the cliffs.

Beach is located on the south end of Ungasan Village, Badung. The location is incredible. In addition to having a pure white sand, the beach, such as the floor is slick from a very fine stone. For visitors who have come down the cliffs at approximately 100-150 meters with the Elevator.

Interestingly, the visitors of this beach is not as much as the other beaches. Place is perfect for sunbathing and enjoying the high seas of carpet directly to the Indian Ocean. One day you can enjoy the beautiful beaches are. Beach opened starting at 20:00 until 09.00 WITA. Located on the beach, I serasa has a private beach club.

Although built quite modern, natural feel of intravenously life of the local community still feels very. Downstream mudik fishermen who catch fish can also be enjoyed there.

Not only that, we can also see rice seaweed property local residents, to see them collect the seaweed waves brought to the edge material to be processed into cosmetics.

Not too difficult to reach this location. Although the location is quite remote, very easy to find this beach, because along the way to Ungasan. That's because there are directions that must be passed. To go there, I also cross roads of the population can see directly the activities of the local community.

This beach is quite exclusive. To enter, I have to go in Bali Kandara Resort and Restaurant Dilmare. For guests coming from the general hotel Rp150.000 others charged as a substitute for meals provided at the resort's restaurant.

Not only the beautiful beaches that can be enjoyed, but also make the building resornya I berdecak amazed. Vilanya every building has a swimming pool. The average swimming pool was built directly to the beach facing the beautiful scenery add.

The separation between the location of the building of rest and restaurants are in the canyon with a different approximately 5.8 hectares with the concept Mediteranian. Both of them together with a bridge underneath the river that has dried. However, if rain came, the river water still flows smoothly.

Building walls are made of natural stone cliffs with some exotic plants. Lantainya also the same, made of stone cliffs mashed. Not only that, if you want to spoil the body, spa services are also available there. Ruangannya directly overlook the high seas with a color that is always blue.

40 villa's available, all designed as private homes with a number of different beds. Being in a place such as this are not in Bali. Facility is complete, start the kitchen equipment, the family, until the washing machine.

This place really spoil guests with the natural beauty of the truly extraordinary. For the new, to add more romantic can enjoy the sunrise and sunset from the back of the temple called the Temple Lounge, in the location that means Dilmare restaurant on the edge of the sea. Kandara own temporary name is taken from Sanskrit language which means "peace on the height of cliffs."

Assistant Director of Sales Karma Kandara Wayan Yumery menuturkan, this is to provide a sense of calm and comfort for guests who do treatment.

"We prepared two options. Guests to enjoy the air by opening the window or with the AC. Most of them choose the open window," said a familiar female disapa Mery this.

Jacuzzi with water mixed with the blower Himalaya Sea Salt. Its function is to make the skin lembap remain rigid and fixed. Space infrared (IR) is provided to you want to remove the poison from the body, other than to reinforce the blood circulation, and can be used to carry a therapy for asthma.

Guests who come not only from Indonesia. Not infrequently, visitors came from Korea, Japan, Europe, Australia is now up to the level huniannya reach 70 percent. For the price offered, one bed USD605 + +, two beds USD776 + +, three beds USD984 + +, four beds USD1.300 + +.

The Village at Lake Toba

Visiting Medan, North Sumatra, has not felt full before set foot and explore the small village on the island of Samosir, Tomok.

From Jakarta, it takes more time for less than two hours to reach Medan, North Sumatra. Airlines will feel comfortable with the tersaji from a height, especially when the plane would crash. Verdure, and tree-lined row of palm oil plantations spread wide felt refreshing views from a height. The atmosphere feels cool when you see the river bend with a sheen like water from a height of silver.

Landed in the International Air Polonia Airport Medan, traditional feel of thick felt. Moreover, when the airport saw the roof of building a traditional styled home ala Singapore, with a high roof-shaped triangle. Meanwhile, Air Polonia Airport distance to the center of Medan, only applied for approximately ten minutes. Tourism object most domestic tourists visited the world is Lake Toba Parapat with a broad reach as far as the eyes look.

Navigate the streets of Medan morning felt comfortable, modern building with a row the withdrawal Jakarta. Is not seen in traditional buildings along the street in this city. In fact, a quite surprising is the emergence of a building berarsitek China, in Kesawan Road, from the roof to the carving-carved look all the thick feel of China.

In fact, the building berarsitek China is a residence of Chinese descent who is familiar with fie Tjong A (1860-1921). Tjong A fie was a businessman and banker from the famous Chinese city Medan. Tjong A fie years died in 1921.

Entering Parapat, greenness and freshness of the air blow breezy feel very entertaining, let alone see the greenness of rubber trees and oil palm plantations to make the scene come silih main switch from the car window. Paving the hill turn make all the troupe does not stop praising the beauty of this city.

In Parapat, tourists can perform a variety of activities. You can swim, ride a bicycle water, walk and enjoy the fringe of the beach, all fun. Around the lake also can be rented with the boat motor. A variety of lodgings, there are here, ranging from simple to much-star hotels are available.

Not different from the place of another crossing, in the Central Parapat also many children with a small rowing boat, cried out that the passenger ship the coin toss money into their lake. With kemahirannya children be naked chest this dive and find a coin that was thrown.

Lake Toba has its own form, such as the sea, because the very large size. Noted, the lake has long kirakira 100 km and 30 km wide. Meanwhile, Samosir Island, is also very knowledgeable. Take about eight hours to circumnavigate the island in my car.

Travel with 8 KM Toba Cruise takes approximately 30 minutes, the water of the lake and the blue of the interest does not stop all the presented when the lake is the island of Samosir. Row of the distance from buildings and churches in the height of the hill make a trip with 8 KM Toba Cruise feels romantic. Not to mention the wind blast and enjoy the water jump gemericik porthole. From the top of this ship, is also visible EGIDE Soekarno, the first President of Indonesia was exiled, with the design of the building be painted with white nan magnificent.

And, 30 minutes on the Toba Cruise KM 8, entourage start to enter the Port of Tourism Tomok, District Simarindo, Medan, North Sumatra. A wharf tower visible, with the carving-carved traditional Batak, namely a pair of spot.

Proof of Batak ethnic harmony enshrined in the monument welcome this bas-relief with each pair of clothes with traditional Simalungun, Toba Karo, Pak-Pak, Mandailing, and written with great Horas and Welcome Tomok.

Mountain and beach comb in Minangkabau

I'm always interested to visit the West Sumatra. I wish this new year-end achieve ago. Visit this experience so that is not forgotten.

For this special visit, we began to plan trips and book tickets for the following hotels far day. Tend to be careful, remember this trip and I farthermost my child is still a five-year, Naila.

Route-trip route that we shall always consider the plan's ability and interest Naila. We landed at Minangkabau International Airport on Friday afternoon. At the airport we picked up a car rental driver, Pak Edi. With the car, we go directly to the Bukittinggi.

During the trip, I find many things interesting. In fact, the names of the districts in West Sumatra much use numbers. Only a "4 Koto Aur cross", "7 Koto Sarik River", and the most unique regions of origin grandfather is my husband, District "2 x 11 Six Lingkung."

Joke with my husband to give reasons, to encourage the trade of blood always count Minang. Approximately fifteen minutes after Sicincin scenery changed dramatically. Of rice fields and tended the garden flat, suddenly the hills and forests. In fact we are not far from the Anai Valley is famous.

Lembah Anai waterfall located on the left side of the road that cut across Bukit Barisan. While the right of Batang Anai river flows berbatu a large-stone, very beautiful.

Padangpanjang between Bukittinggi and there are some interesting places to visit. In Padangpanjang have Sate Padang Mak Syukur also opened a branch in Jakarta. Then the seller bika cake (a kind of pancake, from rice flour and coconut) in New nagari Koto.

Not far from there there is a crossing to the famous Pandai Sikek with gold thread and songkets Sulam hands. But due to limited time to see Lake Maninjau before dark, had to these places I miss.

Nagari in Padang Luar, Pak Edi prescind Maninjau toward the car. Only way to fit two cars. In District Matur crossing there, straight through the morning and Embun curve Maninjau to 44, while the path to the right that we take, the Puncak Lawang. This path is smaller, but already teraspal.

The Puncak Lawang located near sugar cane plantations and sugar making industries. I make this quite odd because in Java, sugar cane plantations are usually located in the lowland. Puncak Lawang is the highest peak of the hills in the eastern edge of Lake Maninjau. From a height of 900 meters above sea level (dpl), often held sporting event for the Forum at the Rizal Beach landed on the shores of Lake nun.

Views to the Lake Maninjau a wide range below there is very clear and clean. Among the hills in the west appear to tout offshore north Pariaman. From Puncak Lawang, we go directly to Bukittinggi. Time is not allowing us to get off the edge Maninjau meander through the famous 44.

Up to the canyon's Chips Sanjai

Second day, we shop in the city of Bukittinggi is the first goal. Market in the near Jam Gadang, which is the incaran my hands Sulam is typical for Bukittinggi by-by, crochet and craft, in the form of a table and table cloth pillowcase.

Affairs finished shopping, we visit the Garden to see the panoramic views from the top of the canyon Sianok, yesterday afternoon after passing through the base in the canyon is 100 meters. Unfortunately, Naila not feel comfortable with the big wind there so we do not berlama-old.

Meanwhile, the Japanese who used to cave headquarters in the Japanese imperialist secret canyon wall, since it is not our initial plan. Across Benteng Fort de Kock, Pak Edi ago to take the main road-Padang Pekanbaru.

Half hours from Payakumbuh, the capital of Kabupaten Limapuluh City, we arrived in the Valley Harau. When standing at the bottom of a valley, it's fortified canyon-like cliffs cadas that stands majestic, upright around. Not less marvelous canyon of the famous Sianok it.

Enjoying Peace Dusun Sade

The sky is bright, when the entourage set foot in the Hamlet Sade.Tak have modern buildings in the village. To see only the eyes visible from the house roofed bamboo reed.

For residents Sade, traditional houses, such as love, which is always sprout in their village. Cinta akan ancestral heritage and tradition, the feel of the felt, in the village, located in the traditional Sasak village in Dusun Sade, Rembitan Village, District Pujut, Central Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB).

Not difficult to reach this location. You only take about one hour of the city of Mataram. Settled in the village of 700 inhabitants, the traditional societies living harmony can be seen in the Sasak traditional village that has stood since hundreds of years ago this.

Here, the houses still retain the form is created with the traditional, with walls and roof of plaited ilalang. While lantainya made of clay, mixed with sewage water buffalo. Buffalo dung is believed to warm the room and deliver the home of animals that interfere with the creep.

All components of traditional houses, which do not even have to use modern materials such as cement or bricks. In fact, for the bamboo stick, Sade people do not use iron nails, but uses a nail or a peg made of bamboo as well.

Peace the typical traditional village feel, when passing through this gate of the traditional. A rice barn that stood on the paths, as it were, a welcome gate to welcome the guests who come visiting.

To encircle the village, visitors must go through the paths berbatu quite neat and clean. Occasionally akan seen mothers are household twist yarn in the home page of each. Or akan also seen mothers are memajang various souvenirs such as necklaces or bracelets at the door of the house, for sale to tourists or newcomers.

Traditional Sasak house feels very different from the traditional house in the other regions in Indonesia. Traditional Sasak houses are very short and pretty impressed.

Even making the entrance doors to anyone who comes in, must resign first. The size of a traditional house door hereditary is not more one meter only. Similarly, the part in this house, all serbamini. Also, bedroom and kitchen, all the visitors to resign.

"Interior house divided into two parts, enter the door, first room is a special bed for parents. The room bed children are placed in the room up," said a resident of the Sasak, Weli Amrullah.

While building a house is very traditional Sasak people, almost all homes have electricity dialiri. In fact, electronic items such as television, radio and even mobile phone is not foreign to the community again Sasak.

Meanwhile, to save the outcome, Sasak tribe build barns. Typically, three or four families to build a granary used together. Building construction is rice made special with the high three or four meters. "To take the rice, they make a bamboo ladder, so they take the easier or to save the harvest," said Weli.

The uniqueness of the village when other traditional religious Sade is held. Average Sasak people are Muslim telu time, the combination of belief in animism with the Islamic past. "People are still very Sade uphold tradition mutual assistance or the freedom of religious confession. Although they adopted Islam telu time, no problem with other religions," said Weli.

Main livelihood is farming population Sade. It is not surprising green carpet of rice field nan decorate the village. Livelihood is weaving

Enjoy the Traditional Culture Village

People know as the island of Bali with the exotic beauty of nature and art and culture of extremes. No wonder if many of us find the unique island of a million in the shrine is already famous all over the world.

During this time people know Bali as marine and coastal tourism, but the fact is there is one place that still preserve the Balinese culture from generation to generation since the times of the ancestors. Many things that we can learn that loaded with traditional values this. Bangli is the only district in Bali does not have a tour of the beach.

However, a number of tourist objects that are not less good in this place. One Penglipuran Traditional Village which is located in Jalan Raya-Kintamani Bangli, Bangli, or 45 kilometers from Denpasar City.

Penglipuran have two of the pangeling basically eling the word means' remember '. While, ostensibly means' ancestral land '. So penglipuran means' land because the ancestors'. Or the word can also refer penglipur as a consolation.

Desa Adat Penglipuran broad reach 112 hectares, consists of 37 hectares of bamboo forest that local people used to craft the system tebang select, field of 49 hectares, for housing and population of 12 hectares.

The village is very clean and the air is very cool. Topographic slope villages from north to south. Channel regulation parks and clean water make this village never flood. Main street village but did not use asphalt from the stone-rock mountain with a modified or paving stones conblock.

Villages arranged neatly so that the two forms have kaveling the front of the same material made from ground to the roof and walls using bamboo. Enough to endure it berlama-long stay in this place.

The uniqueness of the other village this is the same broad kaveling have between 8 and 11 are. Land is a heritage of ancestors divided the east and west respectively 38 kaveling. The life of society is also heterogeneous, with some working as farmers, civil servants, laborers, and crafter.

Spatial village no less interesting that the macro divided into three parts called the tri mandala. Spatial concept in Hindu religion, its meaning is a three-part or three rooms that have three or function of different purity.

Orientasinya physical condition of the north south (in Bali means Kaja Klod) more simple or more high-low (Ulu teben). From that concept, then the most northern village in a place that is holy Pura Bale Agung (upgrading) which is the main concept of the mandala is located in the north direction as a Hindu nation. Then the concept of the second mandala, called medium mandala.

This is a place in the area of settlement divided into two series, namely the west and east. While the third is the place where the stigma mandala least that is the location that is used for graves or people call Bali as Setra. Layout such as this was also applied in each village the local people's house.

Each kaveling home residents, the concept of each house built angkul-angkul or the gate is one of the entrance at once seen as the building concierge home front.

When holy day, made offerings at this place. No wonder if the whole community in the village is the same, namely the front of the sanggah or mrajan as the main theater of the family members used to worship. Then the whole house facing east as the sunrise.

In every building there is a house of empty space called a page (natah) as a place to gather members located in the middle (average). While the stigma mandala is usually filled with a toilet, the laundry, or facilities, or economic activities such as stalls, cattle pens, and so forth.

"Every nation that has a Hindu home usually berarsitektur Bali following the layout like this. As each room of the gods who reside there," said Kelian Adat Village Penglipuran, Wayan Supat.

To maintain the ancestral heritage from generation to generation, the inheritance Supat hope this will still continue to run until the children and grandchildren soon.

"We as a generation of young people driving old and so will be like this. During the concept of preservation of tradition is still relevant during the period in human life," sebutnya.

In Hindu teachings have a concept of preserving the concept of village kalapatra. Kala means time, while the mean Patra. So is kalapatra situation will change in the place where and when the time. No wonder many tourists who are interested to come to a traditional village since 1993 began to promote local government as a tourism destination.

Unfortunately, this village does not provide a place of accommodation or stay home to accommodate the tourists to bertinggal longer in the village that is cool and healthy. Uniqueness of others, you will not find a trash can on the main road is the Village People Penglipuran.

This is because of the rules (awig-awig) to each citizen to sweep twice a day every morning and evening. Obligations that must be obeyed is a crop of grass in the park the road twice a month. If it is not obeyed, Rp10.000 fines will be applied.

Although dendanya be regarded not too large, so far there are no citizens who violate and more obedient to the rules are. This is because people ditanamkan cultural shame if it does not obey the rules and deserves to serve as the pilot area health tourism destination.

For the tourists who come, the local government allowed to enter with the ticket price is very cheap and affordable. Mature enough to pay Rp2.500, while for large anakanak Rp1.500.Sebagian that foreign tourists are coming to do with the coolness of a society and teraturnya Village People Penglipuran.

Waiting For Sunrise On Batur Summit

BALI never bored to call on the tourists. If you are bored visiting Kuta, Sanur, and Ubud, try to switch to other tourism object. One of Kintamani. In this place, tourists will find something different.

Combined cloud of fog bersuhu to cool air can reach 15 degrees celsius so ready to enter the tourism object is located in the heart of the island gods, namely Kabupaten Bangli. Along the way, tourists will also disuguhi full panorama of Mount Batur with a kepundannya Lake Batur.

If still not satisfied, do not worry. Travelers will still be spoiled a number of tourist objects such as Pura Ulun Danu, Toyabungkah hot springs, to cross the lake to the Trunyan, an ancient village on the edge of Lake Batur. Special pegiat for literature, history and peminat simply seeking inspiration, can also pay a visit to a place of rest that is often used by prominent new poet, Sutan Alisjahbana destiny, in the Village Toyabungkah.

To object to this tour, should be patient enough. It took about two hours from Denpasar, the distance about 64 kilometers. Meanwhile, the capital city of Bangli need to travel through about 23 kilometers to the region Kintamani District.

If you want to climb Mount Batur, begadang or be prepared to sleep overnight in the first Toyabungkah. The ascent to the mountain that is in the height of 900 meters above sea level this must be done in the early days. The goal is to reach the summit at dawn so that can enjoy the panoramic sunrise (sunrise) from the top of the mountain.

Toyabungkah available in dozens of hotels with facilities that jasmine lumayan. Rent cheap rooms bearable, not more than Rp200.000 per night with a room that can take two people. For those who want the natural environment, can also rent a tent from a local hotel and then camping in the area hotels which provide a location for camping.
"Calculate count adapt to nature first, before rising to the mountain," said Matthiew, Australia tourist origin that have not been this long climb Batur with three colleagues from the country.

Based on the record number of hotels in Toyabungkah, where it started climbing, first almost all tourists who stay overnight to climb the mountain to do this. "Only a few (five percent) that tourists do not climb," said Made Wicaksana, staff at the Mutiara Hotel Toyabungkah.

Mount Batur has a number of privileges that are not owned by many other mountains. Perhaps the story Lontar in Bali, this is a mountain peak of Mount Mahameru Batara Pasupati who moved to the palace made for Betari Danuh (Dewi Lake Palace).

At a certain time, all the Hindu people from various areas in Bali came to menghaturkan Suwinih that Batur Gunung Batur region into a fertile region at the same time to drive pests in the fields of disaster. Since first, a selection of Mount Batur climb to enjoy the beautiful sunrise.

"If the heavens are bright, from the top or Kaldera Batur, tourists can see the Mount Rinjani in Lombok Island. Nah, the sun to the sky slowly, as if emerge from behind the mountain on the island of Lombok that," said Jro Wijaya, tourism practitioners of Mount Batur also for the special Kaldera climb Batur.

Later there are tourists who do tracking activity in this area. Tracking them to do with the rim of Lake Batur Batur or Kaldera. This is the location of the new climbing a far more challenging.

Meanwhile, social-cultural tourism that exists in this area is Trunyan, an ancient village on the edge of Lake Batur. Although the entire Hindu population Trunyan religious community such as Bali, Trunyan residents stated that the Hindu dipeluknya is a Hindu kingdom of Majapahit native heritage.

To be able to reach this ancient village, can be applied to the road from Kintamani. However, in the northern Trunyan there kuban, a place of burial can only be achieved with the cross over the lake about 15 minutes from the Village Trunyan. Or from Kintamani can also, of course with a long time about 30 minutes.

In the cemetery of this village, every citizen who is not buried or burned, but only placed under the tree and be enclosed or covered with bamboo. Uniquely, although left the course, corpses do not spread because the smell of the tree was named Taru Menyan a fragrant smell. How? Tertantang?

Legend Of Maori Land Exotism

Welcome the morning sun from the side of Lake Rotorua basin witnessed a fragment of life and a warm love story. Cold fog and dusk create a seagull on the island of Mokoia so romantic.

City Rotorua 06.00 local time temaram still and silent dibekap. Looks like fog seemed reluctant to go in cold bertemperatur 7 degrees Celsius. Sweter jacket dirangkap three and still has not been able to dispel the cold that puncture the skin, and even look like the breath puff of white smoke.

The cold air does not menyurutkan SI steps to start the Hinemoa Street Rotorua City is split from east to west. Meet Tutanekai crossing the road, turn right to go north. Fifteen minutes later, end up in a small dock on the side of Lake Rotorua save a lot of legends of the tribe of Maori.

Although the sky began to clear, thick fog still wrap Lake Rotorua and only the peak appeared Mokoia Island, located in the middle of the second-largest lake in the Rotorua District. In Rotorua, around 234 km from Auckland, or approximately three-hour land travel, there are 16 lakes, and Lake Tarawera is the largest size.

Ten minutes later, a light tinge orange-colored sun began to decorate the sky over Lake Rotorua. Collection of the seagull on the pier began to come together and fly some tail comb the swan lake looking for food. Right then, beringsut fog began to go and when the sun actually appears perfect, the whole surface of the lake to Mokoia Island berhiaskan intact.

At the dock, boat looks typical ancient Europe and the reel is driven lean amphibian aircraft. Ship is normally used to hold dinner for tourists on the lake, and the aircraft is rented for tourists who want to see the scenery from the air.

In Rotorua, the existence of Lake Rotorua, Mokoia Island, fog, haze, heat source and save the earth from the legend of the Maori tribe. Until now, the tribe of Maori believe that they come from the descendants of the gods known as the sky Ranginui, and the Earth Goddess, called Papatuanuku.

After several children have, the sky god and the Earth Goddess separate. Their children who try to reunite always failed because they were not able to reach the high heavens from the earth. As a sign of love for the sky god and the Earth Goddess, every night Descend fog, and when the morning, go down the moisture is represented as the god of water that separated the sky with his wife, the Earth Goddess.

Be present to Rotorua, which is known as a tribe of Maori ancestral land, always covered drabble fog and morning dew to time.

Love story is a pair of lovers in the legend Mokoia Island. In Maori mythology told in Mokoia Island is a very handsome youth, the skills, and advanced war named Tutanekai. Ketampanannya create a beautiful daughter and is considered sacred land from the west of Lake Rotorua Hinemoa called love.

Because the two warring families, both asked for a relationship. To find kekasihnya on the island of Mokoia, Hinemoa across Lake Rotorua desperate swim with the night so it will not be discovered. To have not lost kekasihnya, Tutanekai memandunya from the middle of the island with a typical blow Maori flute made of bone. Finally, they meet and live happier.

So romantic, even heroiknya love story Tutanekai and Hinemoa, both to make a name enshrined into the street in downtown Rotorua. The two roads that are made in such a way as if the center of slit Rotorua and the road to Lake Rotorua.

Rotorua has a known potential geothermal centers and alternative therapy use hot water and mud, sulfur, have satulegendayangtidakkalah interesting and full of love for a sister to adiknya. Dikisahkan, the Te Rawa fathers-one of the Maori tribe of Rotorua-duty to protect, they have a tohunga (chieftain) named Ngatoroirangi great.

When running the task to the top of Mount Tarawera which berselimut snow and windy, and followers Ngatoroirangi nearly to death. Then, he asks for help of a younger brother daughter is in the Hawaiki (ancestral land) is sacred to send aid. Then, send adiknya under fire over the Pacific Ocean and the mainland split Aotearoa (New Zealand) so that up to Mount Tarawera and save Ngatoroirangi the cold. Fire is hot and give off steam so that geiser than body heat, and for cooking food by Ngatoroirangi. Until now the area around Rotorua and Mt Tarawera, there are many sources of geothermal, hot steam, mud and geiser used for power and alternative treatment.

Be Rotorua, a city that has the exotic beauty and natural potential of the extraordinary. Of course it is not only based on myths and legends, because scientifically, the uniqueness can be explained with logic. Rotorua cold air because the region is in the high plains, have many lakes, and nearby Mount Tarawera at 1111 meters.

Geothermal potential that is abundant in Rotorua, as in geology, the area is right on the plates of Asian-Australian and Pacific plates. Two friction plates vulkanik this activity resulted in a great cause, and geothermal.

Rotorua is also a goal of 2.9 million travelers worldwide each year. Because many tours here tersaji trim, starting tours traditional Maori culture, tourism alternative health treatment with hot water, agro, to adventure tourism.

Of course, Lake Rotorua to be one of the main tourism object that is able to attract tourists. Besides the beautiful scenery and fresh air, also save a lot of legends. You can see the beauty of Lake Rotorua and dinner on board and accompanied various libretto. Or enjoy the air with the use of amphibious aircraft and helicopters are lightweight rented. Or simply sit on the shores of Lake at sunrise or sunset, all diverting and romantic feel.

Westin Grande Sukhumvit hotel Bangkok

Address : 259 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Hotel Location : City Center
Area : Sukhumvit

Location of Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel is located in close proximity to the entertainment, restaurant and shopping pulse of Bangkok and lies at the heart of the city. It thus offers great opportunities to its guests to explore the sounds and the sights of the illustrious Bangkok city. The hotel stands on the Sukhumvit Road and offers convenient access as the Ashoke Sky train Station and the Sukhumvit subway lies near the hotel. The hotel is situated twenty-six kilometers away from the Bangkok International Airport.

Room Facilities at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The 361 deluxe guestrooms offer of the hotel including the 31 Presidential Suites are wonderfully appointed in Thai décor and contemporary designs. The rooms are furnished with Heavenly Bed brands, flat-screen television, High Speed Internet Access, Butler Service, In-Room Movies, Refrigerator, air-conditioners, fruit baskets, et al.

Dining at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel offers lip-smacking food in The Med, the Kisso Japanese Restaurant, the Horizons Sky Lounge and Karaoke and the Zest Piano Bar. The Med offers authentic Mediterranean and Asian Cuisine while the Kisso Japanese Restaurant serves traditional delicacies from Japanese cuisine.

Business & Conference at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The hotel offers ten meeting rooms that are well equipped with modern and standard amenities. Apart from this the Westin One Call Team and the specialized staffs of the hotel will help you to arrange meetings, fix the schedules and prices. The business and conference facilities include Video Conferencing Services, Complete Audio Visual Equipments, Technicians and Production Services, etc.

Fitness and Recreation at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The hotel offer superb fitness and recreation options. The Vareena Spa offers a rejuvenating and refreshing experience. The hotel offers two private spa suites, two deluxe double rooms, five healing single rooms, a luxury beauty treatment room, two consultation rooms, a hydrotherapy bath, a soothing aroma steam room. There is also an outdoor swimming pool, sauna and tennis courts.

Other Amenities and Services at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok - The five star Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel offers world class room facilities, business and conference and fitness and recreation facilities to the guests. Apart from these other amenities and services include Service Express Westin One Call, Westin Kids Club, Express Check-In, 24-Hour Security, Airport Transportation, Babysitting Service, Gift Shop, Multilingual Staff, Currency Exchange, Running Maps by Runner's World, Wireless High Speed Internet Access in Public Areas and so on.

Rooms

The Room Facilities at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok will surely impress you. Boasting of a wonderful location the Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel has become very popular in the field of hospitality for offering extraordinary hotel amenities, services and Room Facilities.

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit in Bangkok, situated at the core of the business, shopping and entertainment region of Bangkok, is a fabulous refuge to leisure or a business traveler. You will experience a comfortable stay at the three hundred and sixty one deluxe guestrooms, including the thirty-one Westin Grande Sukhumvit Presidential Suites. All these rooms are excellently appointed in Thai décor and contemporary designs.

The most striking feature of the rooms at the hotel are is that some of them have the Westin Heavenly Beds which are an internationally famous brand. These beds truly offer a heavenly sleeping experience and nothing can be more delightful than relaxing in these beautifully decorated rooms. All these rooms are exclusively designed for an executive as well as leisure traveler. The Room Facilities at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok ensures maximum comfort and satisfaction to the guests.

All the rooms offer flat-screen television, High Speed Internet Access, Heavenly Bed, Butler Service, In-Room Movies, Refrigerator, air-conditioners, fruit baskets, free daily newspapers, and so on. Non-smoking and Handicap Accessible Rooms are also available. Apart from these the guests staying on the Executive Club floor will be entitled to enjoy complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails in a private lounge. It is a pleasure staying at the exceptionally luxurious rooms exuding the modern elegance and reflecting the charm of Thailand.

Thus the Room Facilities at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok include-

- The Heavenly Bed
- High Speed Internet Access
- Data Port
- Refrigerator
- International Direct Dialing
- Fruit Basket
- Hairdryer
- Butler Service
- Wake-up Service
- Heavenly Crib
- Free Daily Newspaper
- Executive Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Ergonomic Desk Chair
- Spacious Bathroom with Shaving Mirror
- Bathrobes
- In-Room Movies
- In-Room Electronic Safe
- In-Room Massage Treatments
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Mini Bar
- Television with Remote Control and Satellite Channels
- Coffee and Tea Maker
- Deluxe and Signature Bathroom Amenities

Facilities

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel, a five star hotel in Bangkok, offers a plethora of in-room amenities, business and conference facilities that cater to the needs of a business as well as a leisure traveler. Apart from these, Other amenities and services at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok include special conveniences that will make your stay more comfortable.

The most remarkable of these services include Service Express. This special service enables you to request any of the Westin Hotel's services by just making one phone call from your room. The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel is very family-friendly and offers special privileges to children. The hotel thus provides complimentary Westin Kids amenities for children who are under or of the age of twelve years. Baby-sitting services are available on request. The Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel also offers child menu and the Hotel also has Westin Kids Club where the children can indulge in some activities and enjoy themselves.

Other amenities and services at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok also includes Runner's World Maps that are designed and certified by Runner's World Magazine. This map includes three and five mile jogging or walking routes from the hotel and also provides local running tips. Besides, Other amenities and services at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok include Multilingual Staff, Secretarial Service, Currency Exchange, Twenty-four Hour Concierge Service, Personalized Wake-Up Service, and so on.

Some Other amenities and services at Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok that you can avail of are car rental services, disabled facilities, laundry and dry cleaning services, car and bus parking facilities.

Hotel Facilities Baby Sitting Beauty Parlour Car Rental / Car Hire Conference Facilities Disabled Facilities Gymnasium Laundry Cleaning Service Outdoor Swimming Pool Parking - Coach/Bus Parking / Car Park Sauna

Room Facilities Air Condition Hairdryer In-room Movies Minibar Non Smoking Guestrooms Radio Telephone / Direct Dial Television Trouser Press Voltage 220/240

Spa

Enjoy the serene ambience of Vareena Day Spa – an oasis within the hustle and bustle that is Bangkok. Beauty treatments, hydrotherapy bath, Vichy shower room, and aroma steam room can all be performed in your private couple’s spa suite or luxury treatment room. If you prefer the privacy of your room, In-Room Spa Service provides customized massages to help you find peace and renewal.

Location

The Location of Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok is quite favorable as the hotel is situated at the heart of Sukhumvit, Bangkok. Situated on Sukhumvit Road, the Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel offers immediate access to the shopping, restaurant and entertainment regions of the city of Bangkok. The Ashoke Sky train Station and the Sukhumvit subway lie in the vicinity of the hotel and thus make access more convenient. The Bangkok International Airport is located at a distance of twenty-six kilometers from the hotel.

How to Get There - The Location of Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok is quite favorable for the business as well as for the leisure travelers. Approaching from the east, the Ashoke Intersection, keep to your right and head straight for about hundred meters. Now turn right to get to the hotel. Approaching from the west, move east towards the Petchburi Road and then drive straight to the Makkasan intersection. Now drive right to the Nana intersection. From there turn left to Sukhumvit. After driving for about two hundred meters you will reach the Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel that lies on the left hand side.

Points of Interests nearby: The Location of Westin Grande Sukhumvit Hotel in Bangkok is convenient and you can visit various places that are located close to the hotel. The following are the points of interest nearby-

- Siam Society House and Garden (0.4 miles)
- Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (0.6 miles)
- Lumpini Stadium-Thai Boxing (1.9 miles)
- Erawan Shrine - Four Face Buddha (1.9 miles)
- Thai National Museum (3.1 miles)
- Thailand Culture Center (3.1 miles)
- Temple of the Dawn (Wat Arun) (6.2 miles)
- Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha (9.3 miles)
- Wat Po - Reclining Buddha (15.5 miles)
- Impact Muang Thong Thani Convention and Exhibition Centre (15.5 miles)
- BITEC - Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (18.6 miles)

Places of Interest within Walking Distance
Place	Distance	Walking Time
Nearest Metro Station : Bts Skytrain At Asoke Station	_ Km.	1 Min.
Nearest Bus Station	_ Km.	1 Min.
Nearest Fair Site : Queen Sirikit Convention Hall	1 Km.	_ Min.
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center	1 Km.	Min.
Places of Interest within Driving Distance
Place	Distance	Driving Time
Airport : Bangkok	25 Km.	40 Min.
Nearest Station : Hualampong Railway Station	10 Km.	_ Min.
Suvarnabhumi Airport	Km.	37 Min.
Asoke Skytrain Station	0.5 Km.	Min.
Thai National Museum	Km.	Min.

Orchard Hotel Singapore

Offering cosmopolitan elegance and comfort, the hotel occupies a coveted location on the world famous Orchard Road; Singapore’s famous shopping and entertainment boulevard.

The Orchard Hotel Singapore features 653 elegantly designed rooms to suit both your business and leisure needs. It is also just a 5-minute walk away from the train station (mass rapid transit) and boasts close proximity to banks, embassies and tourist attractions.

For business events, the hotel offers a Conference Centre which comprises of meeting suites and open-space ballrooms. For your relaxation, it also offers a fitness club, outdoor pool and other recreation facilities.

Rooms: 653. Hotel Chain: Millennium Hotels.

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Airconditioning, Designated Smoking Area.

Activities

Sauna, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Swimming Pool.

Services

Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Barber/Beauty Shop, Bridal Suite, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Shoe Shine, Car Rental, Tour Desk.

Internet

Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs SGD 28.00 per 24 hours.

Guest Parking

Free private parking is possible on site.

Hotel Policies

These are general hotel policies. As they may vary per room type; please also check the room description.

Check-In

From 14:00 hours

Check-Out

Until 12:00 hours

Cancellation

If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.

If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.

All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.

All older children or adults are charged SGD 65.00 per night and person for extra beds.

Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Extra beds and baby cots are upon request and need to be confirmed by the hotel.

Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted credit cards

American Express, Visa, Euro/Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

Food & beverage

Hua Ting Restaurant:
Authentic Cantonese Cuisine and other provincial specialties are prepared Master Chef Chan Kwok and his team. Dim Sum lunch is also served.

Intermezzo Bar:
The place to be for a night of lively entertainment with dynamic resident artists. Feel the day’s tension slip away as you sip your favourite drink. An elaborate range of Scotch, wines, creative cocktails and International coffees and teas are available.

La Terrasse:
Relax and enjoy the most talked-about Afternoon Tea in town (available daily), or sip on old favourites prepared by ‘Ah Huat’ – the original chef of the famous Porridge Buffet, now at the relaxing surroundings of La Terrasse.

Orchard Cafe:
Incorporating western and local flavours, award-winning chefs have turned the buffet spread into the most popular in town. You can expect mouth-watering Asian favourites, fresh seafood and shellfish, live cooking section, noodle specialities, a wide array of deserts and much much more. Extensive à la carte menu is also available.

Poolside Snack Bar:
A wonderful spot for that well-deserved snack after a swim complemented with a juice or cocktail whilst you bask in the sun.

Area information

Orchard Hotel is just a 5-minute walk to the train (mass rapid transit) station. Close proximity to banks, embassies and tourist attractions, including:

Chinatown (0.75 km):
Located within the larger district of Outram, Chinatown Singapore is a neighbourhood filled with distinctly Chinese cultural elements and a traditionally strong ethnic Chinese population. Though once quite a closed society, Chinatown Singapore has a much more open community now though it still does retain significant historical and cultural significance.

Some of the popular places to visit in Chinatown Singapore include the Chinatown Heritage Centre, Chinatown Food Street and the Chinatown Night Market, which are largely maintained today for heritage and tourism purposes. Also popular is the Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple, Jamae Mosque, Smith Street and Duxton Plain Park.

Boat Quay (1.5 km):
The Boat Quay in Singapore is considered by many to be the most lively place in terms of Singapore’s entertainment scene. Situated upstream from the mouth of the Singapore River on its southern bank, the Boat Quay features a stunning fusion of chic restaurants and bars which have made it extremely popular among travellers and the community.

Little India (1 km):
Little India in Singapore is a vibrant commercial centre and one of the nation’s most colourful districts occupied by descendants of the Indians who arrived in Singapore in the mid 1800’s. From shopping at rock bottom prices to spicy restaurants and more Little India Singapore offers a plethora of things to do and see.

Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore

Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore

Address : 2 Stamford Road Singapore
Hotel Location : City Center
Area : Marina Bay

---

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore is one of the most famous hotels of the city. A 226 meter tall tower with 76 floors houses the hotel and it is famed to be the tallest hotel in all of South East Asia. The hotel has distinguished itself in the various services it offers its guests.

Location of Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore:

Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore is located at close proximity to the major corporate houses and shopping facilities of Singapore City. It is within easy reach of the international airport at Singapore.

Room Facilities at Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore:

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore boasts of 1,263 rooms of five different categories. Catering from the holiday maker to the business executive, the hotel looks into the needs of each resident and has tailor-made amenities to suit him/her. The balconies offer panoramic views of the city’s high-rises and the stunning horizon.

Dining at Westin at Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore:

Café Swiss, Equinox Restaurant, Jaan, Kopi Tiam, Out of the Pan, Alligator Pear, Inagiku, Plaza Market Café, Prego, Szechuan Court and Thos SB Raffles are the different cafes and restaurants at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore. Tehse offer an unbelievable fine dining experience and cater to the different tastes by offering culinary delights from various parts of the world.

Business & Conference at Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore:

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore offers extensive conferencing facilities and is the ideal setting for a corporate meet or convention. The hotel looks into every need of the resident business traveler and the hotel looks into every detail from the registration desk to sending and receiving financial reports.

Fitness & Recreation at Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore:

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore offers extensive fitness facilities including a spa and many specialized treatments. These are designed to rejuvenate the weary travelers. Other entertaining and recreational activities may be undertaken at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore.

Room

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel is a renowned deluxe hotel in Singapore city. Room Facilities at Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore may be categorized into Deluxe Room, Harbour View Room, Grand Room, Swiss Executive Club and Stamford Crest Suite.

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel boasts of about 855 Deluxe Rooms located on the 7th to 56th floors. Each of these rooms measures 360 square feet and is elegantly furnished. Well ventilated and brightly lit, these rooms boast of cozy comforts and home like ease. The open balconies provide excellent views of the city. A number of room facilities at Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore make your stay here really luxurious.

The 245 Harbour View Rooms located on the 20th level and above offer all the comforts of the Deluxe Rooms and also provides dramatic eye shots of the city’s famed harbor, the legendary Padang and the city’s skyscrapers. The Grand Rooms are about 540 square feet in size and offer secluded sitting area and a comfortable writing desk for the guests. These are more often availed by the business traveler and boast of plush interiors. There are about 44 Grand Rooms at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore.

Traveling businessmen and executives find the Swiss Executive Club at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel extremely convenient. These rooms are located from the 57th to 60th floors of the hotel structure and measure about 360 square feet in size. The room facilities enjoyed at the Swiss Executive Club of the Swissotel Stamford Hotel provide these executives a home away from home and make business dealings a lot easier. Guests residing at the Swiss Executive Club enjoy complimentary breakfast, round the clock snacks and refreshments and a number of beverages at the hotel’s exclusive Club Lounge. A number of conferencing and other facilities are available for the business executive residing here. The top floors from 64 to 66 are allocated to the Stamford Crest Suite. These 720 square feet not only offer panoramic views but also a host of facilities such as in-room fax/printer/copier machines and hi-fi music systems. Optimum luxury is offered at the Stamford Crest.

Some of the room facilities at Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore include:

Television with satellite cable services

Internet access through broadband services

Radio and alarm clock

Touch button IDD telephones with free local calling

Mini bar

Coffee/Tea on the house

Double bed

Electrical outlets

Private balcony with spectacular view

Safe deposit for valuables

Hair dryer, Bathrobe and Slippers

In- room iron & ironing board

FACILITIES

BUSINESS AND CONFERENCE

The Swissotel Stamford Stamfors Hotel, Singapore is a deluxe luxury hotel, well loved by all business travelers and executives. The highest standards of hospitality are maintained and the traveling executives are accorded a home away from home. Excellent business and conference facilities are available at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore. The Swiss Executive Club and the Stamford Crest Suite are best suited for the business executives and are provided with a number of facilities.

Every Stamford Crest Suite is provided with a fax/printer/copier machine. Every guest at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore is provided access to the Internet through a broadband connection. The hotel provides excellent support for business meetings, conferences and even conventions. Registration desk, excellent meals and refreshments and a number of other details are taken care off at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore. The fully equipped Business Center of the hotel is every executive’s delight and makes business and conference here a real pleasure. A separate department of the hotel staff known as the Conference Department devotes a great deal of time and efforts into ensuring that your corporate meets get off without a hitch.

The Business Centre operates from 7am – 11pm, Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm on Saturday and 8 am – 8 pm on Sunday and public holidays. Business & Conference at Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore becomes easy with the hotel providing a huge area to hold meetings and official conventions. The sprawling convention center is 70,000 square feet or about 6,503 square meters large. A number of multinational companies, corporates and banks are located around the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore. The hotel also arranges for foreign currency conversion aiding in your business dealings. Facilities are available round the clock for sending and receiving financial reports. Postal and parcel services are also available here.

DINING

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore offers a number of dining options. The hotel houses several restaurants and cafes such as Café Swiss, Equinox Restaurant, Jaan, Kopi Tiam, Out of the Pan, Alligator Pear, Inagiku, Plaza Market Café, Prego, Szechuan Court and Thos SB Raffles.

The Café Swiss of the Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore offers a number of Swiss and European delicacies such as Papet Vaudois, Raclette Cheese, Bundnerteller and fondues. The ambience is trendy and the elegant, plush interiors are as inviting as can be and it is an excellent place to socialize. The Equinox Restaurant offers both pure western and authentic Asian cuisine. The restaurant is set on the 69th floor of the hotel and is simply an architectural marvel. The stunning settings are a pleasure to behold. The Jaan, on the 70th level, is an exotic French specialty restaurant and is done up in delicate silks, crystals and glass. The Kopi Tiam offers authentic indigenous cuisine and serves many traditional Singaporean dishes and beverages. Alligator Pear as the name suggests is a poolside bar and restaurant that serves fresh fruits and dainty delights.

Out of the Pan, also offers dining facilities at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore and the fare includes coffee and such beverages and light snacks such as salads and waffles. The Inagiku’s à la carte menu offers excellent Japanese sushi dishes and is a great hit with the guests of the hotel. The Plaza Market Café specializes in Peranakan cuisine that is reminiscent of both Chinese and Malay flavors. The open kitchen and the salad bar are special attractions here. Prego is Singapore’s most extensive and largest Italian restaurant and offers a stunning range of scrumptious pastas. The Szechuan Court features Chinese recipes from various parts of China. The Thos SB Raffles is an innovative experimental restaurant and a part of the Raffles Chain. Dining at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore is a pleasure with a variety of restaurants and cafés to choose from.

FITNESS AND RECREATION

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore offers excellent fitness and recreation facilities to all its guests. The residents of the Stamford crest suite are allowed access to the fitness and gym equipment at the RafflesAmrita Spa. This ensures that you do not miss out on your fitness regime even while on a business or pleasure trip. Various sports equipment and hi tech gadgets keep you in proper shape and enhance your fitness on your vacation.

The Raffles Amrita Spa is the continent’s largest spa occupying over 50,000 square feet or about 4,645 square meters floor area. It offers the guests the latest in fitness facilities. A varied number of treatments are proffered at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore and the healing therapies are provided by qualified health experts. Indulge yourself as you take your pick from over 50 different treatments specially designed to combat the stress and ravages of modern day life. The guests at the hotel are pampered and the vacation turns memorable. An intensive Health Assessment Program is initially conducted by the in-house doctor and you are recommended to the treatment best suited to your specific needs. Yoga, Pilates and dance classes are offered at the fitness center in this hotel. The hotel houses over 35 specialized rooms meant only for treatments. Honeymooners and couples enjoy special treatments at the VIP Couple Suites. If it is peace, calm and tranquility that you are looking for then the relaxation lounge at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel, Singapore is the ideal place for you. Cozy sleeping beds, soft music and wireless headsets. Special pedicures and manicures are provided and a number of beauty treatments are undertaken here as well. A reading and relaxation lounge completes the fitness and recreation facilities at the hotel. Two large swimming pools and six tennis courts feature among the sports facilities here.

AMENITIES AND SERVICES

The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore features a number of luxurious facilities for the guests. The plush interiors and the heart rendering hospitality form the greatest attractions of this renowned hotel. The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore offers five different categories of rooms to suit the individual demands of the holiday maker, the business traveler and the traveling executive. The hotel offers a number of excellent room facilities, but besides these sporting and fitness, a number of dining options, modern business and convention facilities are all part of the hotel’s reception. A number of other amenities and services are also provided at the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore.

The hotel offers foreign currency exchange facilities to its guests and is located in the vicinity of many important banks and financial institutions. The nearby Raffles City Shopping Center is a shopper’s dream destination. The City Hall Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station is located right below the hotel and whisks the guests away to different parts of the city. In case you choose the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore to be the venue of your wedding or reception, a dedicated team of experts at Raffles Romance puts together a splendid memorable occasion. The team of expert chefs rustle up a delectable banquet while the hairdresser and in house beauty experts deck you up for the big event. Raffles Affairs also undertakes outdoor and on sight catering. The car park at the basement of the Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore provides slots for up to 1000 cars. The hotel concierge will ensure the entire occasion goes of without a hitch. The Raffles Amrita Spa, the outdoor swimming pools and round the clock medical services available here ensure you remain in the best of your health, this vacation. The Swissotel Stamford Hotel Singapore accepts all major credit cards.

Hotel Facilities Baby Sitting Beauty Parlour Boutique(s) Conference Facilities Disabled Facilities Gymnasium Laundry Cleaning Service Outdoor Swimming Pool Parking – Coach/Bus Parking / Car Park Sauna Tennis Court(s) Wakeup Service Room Service – 24 Hrs.

Room Facilities Air Condition Hairdryer In-room Movies Minibar Non Smoking Guestrooms Radio Telephone / Direct Dial Television Voltage 220/240 Satellite T.V. Trouser Press

LOCATION

The Swissôtel Stamford Hotel is a renowned hotel in Singapore and draws huge attention due to the fact that it is South East Asia’s tallest hotel. The hotel commands an excellent view of the entirecity of Singapore and also of parts of Indonesia and Malaysia. The Swissôtel Stamford Hotel is located very near to Singapore’s Changi International Airport. A mere 20 minute drive will take the tourists from the airport to the hotel. Besides, this famed hotel of Singapore is very well connected with other parts of the city. Stamford Road, upon which the hotel is located, is the trade and business hub of the city. The area is famed for the shopping and entertainment options it proffers. Tourists and visitors of the city flock here lured by the cultural shows and other activities it provides.

The Raffles City Shopping Centre is located in the vicinity of The Swissôtel Stamford Hotel, Singapore and is virtually a shoppers’ paradise. CHIJMES is another place where the shopaholics head near this hotel. For the art and culture lovers residing in the hotel a number of options are available. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, the Singapore Art Museum, the Singapore History Museum and the Victoria Concert Hall offer excellent entertainment. The Merlion Park and the War Memorial Park are beautiful parks in the locality and the St Andrew’s Cathedral offers untold serenity. The nearby Boat Quay and Clarke Quay is full of fine dining restaurants and food joints.

The Swissôtel Stamford Hotel, Singapore is a business hotel with deluxe facilities. A number of multi national companies and important offices are located at a short distance from the hotel. These include Merrill Lynch International, JP Morgan Chase, ChevronTexaco, American Express International Inc, BNP Paribas, Federal Express Pacific Inc, Deutsche Bank AG, Bloomberg LP, ABN Amro Bank NV, MasterCard International and Credit Suisse.

Places of Interest within Walking Distance
Place	Distance	Walking Time
Nearest Metro Station : City Hall (within Htl Complex)	_ Km.	1 Min.
Nearest Fair Site : Suntec City	1 Km.	_ Min.
Places of Interest within Driving Distance
Place	Distance	Driving Time
Airport : Singapore	20 Km.	20 Min.
Nearest Station : Tanjung Pagar	3 Km.	_ Min.