First ibis budget hotel debuts in Seoul

Accor, the largest international hotel operator in Asia Pacific and South Korea, announces the opening of ibis budget Ambassador Seoul Dongdaemun, the first ibis budget brand hotel in South Korea. This newly-built hotel has 195 guestrooms and is strategically located north of Seoul’s Han River in a commercial district renowned for its traditional markets and shopping centres.

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InterContinental Sydney Double Bay Opens!

Earmarked as one of the most exclusive properties in Australia, the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay is the only luxury hotel outside Sydney’s CBD. Offering intimate glamour and privacy, guests and visitors to the hotel will be provided with an entirely unique and unrivaled experience. Acquired and refurbished by Royal Hotels Australia, the multi-million dollar development of InterContinental Sydney Double Bay epitomises luxury and elegance and is pivotal to the resurgence of the esteemed Double Bay area.

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Five New Countries to Enjoy Visa-free Entry into Indonesia

There are currently only 15 countries where citizens are allowed to enter Indonesia for free (in terms of visa anyway). Applying for Visa on Arrival (VOA) will cost US$35 for most citizens from other countries. It has been recently announced that five more countries will be added to the list of countries to enjoy 30 days of visa-free stay. 

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Check-in and Check-out 24 Hours later at Grand Hyatt Singapore

If you aren't a morning person, you will surely dread rushing to breakfast at 9am and then going back to your room to check-out at 12pm. Especially when you are on a staycation in Singapore, you wouldn't want to rush to do anything at all! For Friday and Saturday stays at the Grand Hyatt Singapore, you can now choose what time you want to check-out exactly. 

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40% off Accor Properties in China - 24 Hrs Flash Sale (11 November 2014)

Everyone loves a good Flash Sale! Having just announced her 600th property in Asia-Pacific, Accor is gaining a huge presence in the region by offering a diverse range of products which cater to the luxury and budget travellers (and everyone else in between, of course). On 11 November 2014 (Tuesday next week), Le Club Accorhotels Members will be able to take advantage of up to 40% off BAR and complimentary breakfast if they make their reservation on that day. 

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Unlock Your Hotel Door with Your Phone - SPG

Tired of losing your keycards that somehow slip into every gap available? Most of us won't lose our phones that easily so wouldn't it be nice to be able to unlock your hotel room door with something that stays with you all the time? Say goodbye to your keycard at a participating Starwood property because this is now the new reality! 

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Accor's 600th Hotel in Asia-Pacific

Accor, the leading international hotel operator in Asia Pacific, has announced its milestone 600th hotel in the region with the signing of The Park Lane Hong Kong to its upscale Pullman brand. The announcement comes as The Park Lane celebrates it 40th anniversary and signifies a new era for the hotel. The Park Lane is one of Hong Kong’s most beloved hotels, boasting 826 rooms in the centre of Causeway Bay.  While the hotel is very well maintained, a full renovation program has begun to bring it to Pullman’s exacting global standards which will include a make-over of the Park Lane Suites, executive floors, dining outlets, meeting rooms and executive lounge.

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Park Hotel Group enters Thailand and Indonesia

Park Hotel Group, one of Asia Pacific’s best hospitality groups, is strengthening its presence in Southeast Asia with two new management contracts in Thailand and Indonesia. The Group announced that it has been appointed to manage a beachfront resort in Khao Lak, Thailand and a hilltop resort in Bali, Indonesia. 

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