What to Wear There | Chinese New Year
With the Chinese New Year fast approaching, celebrants from Hong Kong are abuzz with how and where to enjoy the holiday. With this in mind, we have curated a tip sheet of our favorite luxury hotels that are a short hop from HK. Of course, every jetsetter needs statement-making ensembles for her international jaunts, especially when celebrating the New Year. With that in mind, we have selected a list of must-haves based on destinations just for you. Here?s to the New Year!
With the Chinese New Year fast approaching, celebrants from Hong Kong are abuzz with how and where to enjoy the holiday. With this in mind, we have curated a tip sheet of our favorite luxury hotels that are a short hop from HK. Of course, every jetsetter needs statement-making ensembles for her international jaunts, especially when celebrating the New Year. With that in mind, we have selected a list of must-haves based on destinations just for you. Here?s to the New Year!
Four Seasons Resort?Langkawi, Malaysia
Jalan Tanjung Rhu
07000 Langkawi
Kedah Darul Aman
Tel. +60 (4) 950 8888 Fax. +60 (4) 950 8899
The Four Seasons Resort on the Malaysian island of Langkawi marries the tranquility of a fishing village with the luxurious amenities of a five-star hotel, making it the ultimate exotic escape. The resort offers many venues for indulgence?you can relax in your lushly decorated, Spanish-themed room, lounge at the pool (just steps from the emerald-hued ocean), and sample fresh seafood at the resort?s gorgeous outdoor restaurant. If you want to explore the island a bit, the resort is ideally located for quick travels?snorkeling, diving, golf, bird watching, and jungle tours are all just a short drive away.
Tai O Heritage Hotel
Shek Tsai Po Street
Tai O, Lantau Island
Hong Kong
The Tai O Heritage Hotel?accessible by car from Hong Kong?evokes the city?s old-world architectural charm, while incorporating sleek, modern elements that make it a can?t-miss destination. A former police station, the hotel has been elegantly updated with beautiful cherry wood floors glass paneling and sleek furniture. Just a year old, the hotel?s rooftop restaurant, colonial-style suites, and unmatched ocean views are a welcome break from the constant buzz of the city.
Banyan Tree?Koh Samui
99/9 Moo 4
Samui
Thailand
Dive into Thailand?s crystal-blue waters at the Banyan Tree?s Kohn Samui outpost, a breathtaking resort that is a haven for rejuvenation, yet dually offers up an authentic slice of Thai culture. Perched on the hillside, each one of the resort?s 78 villas are balanced on tall stilts and feature a serenely decorated interior with a private pool out back. Just be aware that to reach each one of these private slices of paradise, you will have to endure a ride up a mountain complete with many scary dips and curves?so hold on and get ready to enjoy a spectacular view!
Bulgari Resort?Bali
Jalan Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin
Uluwatu, Bali 80364
Everything about Bulgari?s resort is just as lustworthy as the brand?s glimmering jewels, effortlessly combining natural beauty with a touch of the contemporary. The Bulgari Bali is a little piece of luxury perched on the side of a cliff with views to die for. Pamper yourself with a variety of spa treatments, take a dip in the Indian Ocean or in one of the infinity edge pools, dine at the resort?s top-rated restaurant, or just sit back and do absolutely nothing in your own private villa. The resort?s incomparable amenities make it the ultimate spot for a honeymoon or romantic getaway.
Hotel Okura Tokyo
2-10-4 ??? Minato
Tokyo 105-0001
Japan
Situated next to the famed Roppongi entertainment district, the Hotel Okura Tokyo represents the best of Japanese traditionalism and modern luxury. Guests can relax in the hotel?s brightly colored garden or taste the world at the resort?s in-house French, Japanese, and Chinese restaurants. Even better? The hotel is adjacent to an art museum, where guests can further engage with Japanese culture. If you love the look of mid-century design, prepare to be knocked out by the architecture of this hotel.