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OOH LA LA!
Staycation fans will be pleased to hear that two of France’s leading
design names collaborated on the newly opened
Sofitel So Singapore
.
Interior designer Isabelle Miaja and Chanel’s Karl Lagerfeld have both
left their imprint on the century-old heritage building at 35 Robinson
Road, which has been transformed into a 134-room hotel with a unique
ambience. We like the sound of the golden-tiled rooftop pool! Introductory
offers are currently available, including weekend-plus-brunch deals, and
complimentary food and beverage credits.
r6701 6800 | sofitel.com
SICHUAN STYLE
Chengdu, the capital of China’s Sichuan Province,
has been labelled UNESCO’s first “city of
gastronomy in Asia”, and its newly opened St.
Regis hotel reflects this foodie emphasis, with six
distinct restaurants and lounges. These include
dedicated wine bar, Decanter, and Vantage
XXVII, an outdoor sky bar with views of the city
skyline. The signature St. Regis Butler Service
will also be available for all guests. Introductory
rates start from RMB 1,750 (approx. S$350) for a
Deluxe Room with breakfast and a choice of other
complimentary options such as airport transfers
and spa treatments.
stregis.com/chengdu
SPANISH ART
While Picasso, Dali and Goya are Spanish artists
whose work is known to all, new exhibitions in
Madrid’s world-class galleries highlight some of the
country’s other exceptional artists. For example, 25
of El Greco’s dark, brooding works are featuring in a
Prado Museum exhibition until 5 October, alongside
75 modern works influenced by his style, while the
Thyssen Museum is showing Pop Art Myths until
14 September, an exposé of 100 striking works
exploring contemporary themes.
museothyssen.
org | museodelprado.es/en
SILKAIR ENTERTAINMENT
The regional wing of Singapore Airlines has launched a new wireless
in-flight entertainment system, SilkAir Studio. Passengers on SilkAir
flights can now stream blockbuster hits, short features and music to
their personal laptops and handheld devices throughout flights. The
service is free, and no app download is required.
NEW IN TAIPEI
Mandarin Oriental has opened a new hotel in the Taiwanese capital,
featuring classically inspired interiors combined with contemporary
design, several restaurants and the largest hotel spa in Taiwan.
Introductory deals are available between now and September 2014,
including a complimentary third night on a two-night booking, or dinner for
two at Italian eatery Bencotto or French brasserie Coco with a single-night
stay.
+886 2 2715 6888 | mandarinoriental.com/taipei