Roundup

Appointment

Edmund Richardson has been appointed executive assistant manager of food and beverage at Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai.

VIP guests

Vice-President of Cuba Salvador Valdes Mesa (middle) was greeted on his visit to Shanghai by Rudiger Hollweg (right), general manager of Grand Kempinski Hotel Shanghai.

Regent Beijing General Manager Nicholas Emery (right) and Deputy General Manager Billy Bian (left) welcomed Li Daoyu, head of the China Public Relations Association, during his attendance at a TED public relations corporation meeting held at the hotel.

Culinary delight

Waldorf Astoria Beijing is offering fine veal loin, served directly to the table from spectacular Molteni stoves at Brasserie 1893 in July, priced at 219 yuan ($33) per person. 010-8520-9090 Ext 6115

Fashion party

The Peninsula Beijing was transformed into a palace of fashion, ornamented by many of the world's top fashion brands, at the Legendary Artisans gala evening in late June, with popular actress and TV host Patty Hou attending the event. Guests savored creative cuisine and enjoyed the originality and style of the luxury arts and crafts on show, with dedicated areas devoted to watch-making and fine leather.

Free upgrade

HNA Hotels and Resorts is offering a free guestroom upgrade to members of its Tangla Rewards loyalty program who reserve a two-night minimum stay at any property under the group company via the program's official website from July 6 to Sept 16. The deal will allow guests to make savings of up to 15 percent.

Panda academy

Sheraton Grand Macao Hotel has launched an all-new version of the hugely popular Kung Fu Panda Academy, an interactive obstacle course that immerses children and their families in the world of "Kung Fu Panda" movies. From July 1 until Sept 4, parents can team up with their children to experience the academy. Families can also book the Kung Fu Panda Summer Package from HK$1,398 ($180) that lets children stay, play and eat for free, or for special occasions, reserve a Kung Fu Panda Kids' Party.

Overseas promotion

Amari Phuket, a hotel surrounded by 68 acres (27.5 hectares) of lush green tropical rainforest in a serene corner of Patong Beach on Phuket, the largest island in Thailand, invites guests to enjoy both customized treatment at its award-winning Breeze Spa and the sights of Patong Beach at its Ocean Wing. The hotel is offering stays starting from around 3,140 yuan ($470) for four nights, excluding tax and service fee.

Sedona Hotel Yangon has announced it will expand its offerings for guests who book extended stays at the elegant property overlooking Inya Lake, the country's largest lake. Long-stay guests can relax in the new Residents' Lounge designed exclusively for them. The hotel is also increasing its number of long-stay apartments to meet the demand for more spacious accommodation with added amenities.

(China Daily 07/09/2016 page10)