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Catch up on the latest luxury hotel openings, experiences and launches around the world
If your goal for the new year is to travel more, we have got you covered—even though 2024 has only begun, the hotel scene around the world is as vibrant as ever.
Those looking to catch the ski season in Italy this year, head to Forestis Dolomites to explore the Italian Alpines. Prefer basking in warmer weather? Consider a trip to InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping to experience the best of Northern Thailand. Closer to home, Conrad Singapore Orchard has opened, boasting over 400 botanical-inspired guest rooms.
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1. Forestis Dolomites
Head to this mountain retreat in Brixen, Italy, this winter season for a memorable Italian Alpine experience. Direct access to the Plose ski region means you’ll be pampered with 42.5 kilometres of pistes with ranging levels of difficulty. When you reach the peak of Mount Plose, remember to take in the panoramic views of the Dolomites. After a day on the slopes, unwind in one of the hotel’s many luxurious suites complete with balconies that overlook the mountains before treating your aching muscles to a relaxing session at the spa. When it comes to food, dig into dishes that marry old-established traditions with modern cooking techniques.
2. Conrad Singapore Orchard
Conrad Hotels & Resorts has opened its second location in Singapore, Conrad Singapore Orchard. The latest hotel boasts 445 guests rooms with botanical-inspired designs—think serene hues, palm motifs and prints that capture the city’s charm. Various experiences are available when you stay here, including the Edible Garden Walk, an immersive experience led by local arborists and botanists. Guests will get to explore the Singapore Botanical Gardens while uncovering edible botanicals. When it comes to food, you’ll be spoilt for choice—find ten restaurant and bar concepts spanning from Italian fare to Cantonese cuisine.
3. InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping
Explore all that Northern Thailand has to offer through InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping’s latest experience collection. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Chiang Mai when you opt for the Sky Romance Hot-Air Balloon Adventure. The romantic experience begins before dawn, where you will be picked up and taken to a field via a private limousine. Watch the balloon fill up with hot air before ascending into the sky. Catch the golden sunrise before heading back down for a picnic breakfast. Those looking to learn more about the city’s rich and diverse heritage can head for the Lanna Legacy Cultural and Architectural Tour. Along with a local historian, get to explore some of the city’s most iconic sites and listen to stories about temples, monuments and communities around the area.
4. The Barcelona Edition
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Planning a trip for Chinese New Year? Take a trip to Spain and celebrate the Year of the Dragon with The Barcelona Edition’s Lunar New Year package. Available from now until February 23, guests will be pampered with a stay at its luxurious Guest Room, complete with walnut-panelled interiors, locally-designed furniture and a marble-clad bathroom. While you’re here, enjoy dragon-inspired delicacies, a la carte breakfast and VIP shopping experiences at The Bicester Collections’ La Roca Village. At the shopping village, get to explore its 140 luxury boutiques that champion Catalan, Spanish and international brands.
5. The Chedi Muscat
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Pamper yourself with a lavish afternoon tea experience when you stay at this hotel in Muscat, Oman. Served at The Lobby Lounge, get to enjoy the traditional spread while nestled within lush gardens. Dig into savouries like mini baguettes stuffed with smoked turkey; tomato and bocconcini on focaccia; and bread rolls topped with roast beef and horseradish cream. Save room for sweets and indulge in rich chocolate tartlets, macaroons and praline creme choux. Pair the spread with a comforting pot of tea or coffee.
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Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
