Banyan Tree Samui, a MICHELIN-listed resort overlooking sapphire seas from its vantage point on a lush hillside at the southeastern peninsula of Koh Samui, has announced a series of in-house innovations to celebrate the growing popularity of the island under what has quickly become known as “The White Lotus Effect”. The sudden surge in demand, according to Thai tourism authorities, is attributed to the hit U.S. TV series The White Lotus, a dark-humour drama with an all-star cast. The third series of the widely acclaimed show was filmed primarily on Koh Samui and premiered on TV screens around the world in February, with its production lauded for tasteful and tantalizing shots of the tropical island and its idyllic landscape and scenery. Although The White Lotus was not filmed at Banyan Tree Samui, fans of the show will doubtless recognize similar panoramic vistas and the verdant rainforest setting. “I think we can expect a surge in prestige,” said Banyan Tree Samui General Manager...
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is set to open its doors in June 2025, introducing the highly anticipated Park Hyatt brand to Malaysia. Slated to be one of the most iconic luxury addresses in Malaysia’s capital city, the hotel will occupy the top floors of Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific. Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will provide discerning global travellers a refined home in the sky featuring tasteful comforts and purposeful culinary and wellness offerings. To experience its thoughtful hospitality rooted in Malaysia’s rich culture and history, guests can now book the Opening Offer and The Suite Escape packages online on its official website. Embodying the Park Hyatt brand’s distinctive take on understated luxury, the hotel’s sophisticated interiors by G.A Group are inspired by Malaysia’s cultural heritage and traditional crafts. The hotel’s 252 spacious guestrooms and suites will offer unrivalled, soaring panoramas, providing guests with a tranquil stay in Kuala Lumpur. A ...