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Philippine Airlines enters 2018 with ‘Great Winter Seat Sale’
Philippine Airlines (PAL) offers value for money on return flights to Asian and Australasian destinations with its 'Great Winter Seat Sale.' All daily flights on the airline’s new Boeing 777-300ERs from London Heathrow go through the flag carrier’s capital, Manila, which is both a destination of interest and a gateway to Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Flights to Manila start from £549 on Economy Class and £2,005 on Business Class inclusive of taxes. The Philippines has more than 7,000 islands and a low cost of living that even Thailand would envy, making it the perfect destination for money-conscious beachcombers. Party-lovers can head to Boracay, an island with a 5km long stretch of sandy beach, coconut trees and crystal clear waters. Its five star Crimson Hotel Resort & Spa, which is slated to open in April 2018, will allow guests to use the hotel’s own boat to transfer direct from the island’s airport to check-in. Book a flight to Boracay from £579 including all taxes for travel. Other popular beachfronts in the Philippines can be found in the island-city of Cebu, a commercial and religious hub that is also famed for dried mangoes, and Davao, which features spectacular wildlife and lustrous pearl farms. In order to fly to either destination, simply pay £579 inclusive of taxes. The Philippines is also the next-door neighbour of another Asian archipelago, Indonesia. PAL enters its capital, Jakarta, or its most popular destination, Bali, for just £468 inclusive of taxes. Within the vicinity of both countries lie the cosmopolitan Hong Kong towards the north, and progressive Singapore towards southwest. PAL flies to both countries from £481 and £475 respectively. Prefer to temple-hop in the jungle? Fly to Bangkok, Thailand at the same rate as a ticket to Singapore, for just £475. For those who wish to experience the delights of Japan, PAL also offers flights from London Heathrow to Tokyo Narita or Tokyo Haneda for just £534 Off the beaten track of destinations for long haul travellers is Taiwan, which boasts of an eclectic food scene, ancient temples and a wealth of natural scenery. Offering both a tropical and sub-tropical climate, the island enjoys a cherry blossom season in March and a display of ‘blue tears’ – bioluminescence caused by glowing algae found around the island waters – during late spring. Its capital, Taipei, is accessible from London Heathrow for just £469, while a deluxe room for two at the city’s Shangri-La Far Eastern Plaza Hotel starts from £213 per night. Major Australasian cities are also part of the PAL route network. Brisbane and Sydney in Australia are within reach for just £626, while tickets to Melbourne cost only £616. The airline also journeys to Auckland in New Zealand, the country which played ‘Middle-Earth’ for the film adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien’s novels, for just £592. Book on www.philippineairlines.com before 31 January 2018 to enjoy great value fares for transpacific journeys. Note that travel dates start from 16 January through 30 October 2018, except for the periods of 19 March through 08 April and July through August 2018. PAL is the Philippines’ only full service carrier, with cabin amenities, inflight dining, inflight entertainment and connectivity, and heart-warming service. The airline’s new 777 aircraft substantially enhances the passenger travel experience with Business Class seats adjusting into fully flat beds, and Economy Class passengers enjoying in-flight entertainment through touch-screen personal TVs and built-in USB ports. The full range of fares from Philippine Airlines’ 'Great Winter Seat Sale' can be found on its website, www.philippineairlines.com.
Marcel NA Holman takes helm at Artyzen Singapore
Artyzen Singapore announced the appointment of Marcel NA Holman as its new general manager. Holman formally took over the post on 16th April, and his appointment is timely as Artyzen Singapore builds on its growing reputation as a design-led hotel offering immersive guest experiences and a modern luxury experience rooted in local culture. In his new role, Holman will shape the strategic direction of Artyzen Singapore, strengthening its market presence, driving commercial performance, and cultivating a people-first culture anchored in operational excellence. He will also lead efforts to deepen the hotel’s commitment to sustainability, elevate service standards, and continue curating meaningful guest experience, reinforcing Artyzen Singapore’s position as a forward-thinking icon in Singapore’s luxury lifestyle hospitality landscape. Holman said of his appointment: “Artyzen Singapore is a standout: its bold design, local character, and unique guest experience have already made an impact. I’m excited to work with a passionate team to build on this momentum, sharpen our focus, and drive meaningful results commercially, operationally, and in how we connect with our guests.” Well-honed credentials With over 35 years of global hospitality experience, Holman is a seasoned leader with a strong track record in driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and commercial success. He has held senior leadership positions with some of the world’s most respected hotel groups, including Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts, Langham Hospitality Group, and The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts. He most recently served as managing director of infinitude hospitality Pte Ltd, where he provided strategic counsel and hotel management solutions to luxury hotels and resorts across the region. Prior to that, Holman was vice-president of operations at Pan Pacific Hotels Group, overseeing properties across Oceania, Japan, China, and Indonesia. His earlier roles include vice-president of operations in China at Langham Hospitality Group and China vice-president at The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts. Throughout his career, Holman has led the opening, repositioning, and transformation of numerous iconic properties across Asia, including Pan Pacific Orchard in Singapore, The Sukhothai Shanghai, and Shangri-La Far Eastern Plaza Taipei.
The latest appointments, including CWT’s new managing director for Asia
Bindu Bhatia BINDU BHATIA has been named as Carlson Wagonlit Travel's new managing director for Asia Pacific, effective 1 September. She succeeds Kai Chan, who will be leaving the company. Ms Bhatia, who is currently CWT's senior vice president of global program management, will relocate to Singapore. KEVIN CROLEY has been appointed to the newly-created role of senior vice president of business development for the Pan Pacific Hotels Group. In a 30-year career, Croley has held senior positions with Hilton and IHG, and most recently he was Pan Pacific's senior vice president of marketing. Cinn Tan CINN TAN has become Pan Pacific's new chief sales & marketing officer, in another newly-created role. A Singaporean national with more than 20 years of experience, Ms Tan joins from Yearth Alliance, where she served as chief operating & marketing officer. She has also worked for Jin Jiang. MARCEL HOLMAN has been appointed general manager of The Sukhothai Shanghai, which is scheduled to open in December. A Dutch national, Holman was formerly the GM of Shangri-La’s Far Eastern Plaza Hotel in Taipei. He has also worked for IHG and Rotana in a 24-year career. Chikako Shimizu CHIKAKO SHIMIZU has become the Andaz Singapore's director of operations. A Japanese national, Ms Shimizu will oversee the new hotel’s operations and its staff. A Hyatt veteran, she has 23 years of experience at hotels in Macau, Sydney, Melbourne, Shanghai, Osaka, Bali and Singapore. PETER KHONG has been named as the general manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena, as part of the hotel's pre-opening team. Prior to this role, Khong spent 20 years in China, most recently as GM of Sheraton Shanghai Hongqiao and Four Points by Sheraton Shanghai. Ian Pirodon IAN PIRODON has been named as the first general manager of the soon-to-open Holiday Inn & Suites Rayong City Centre, on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard. Pirodon has extensive experience with IHG, having held roles at Crowne Plaza, InterContinental and Holiday Inn hotels in Australia. MELISSA TANG has been appointed resort manager of the Four Seasons Resort Langkawi. A 20-year industry veteran, Ms Tang moves to the Malaysian island resort from the Four Seasons Guangzhou, where she first served as director of human resources and later as director of rooms.
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