Building foundation at St. Regis Tianjin

Martin Leclerc's first job in the hospitality industry was as a busboy in a Chinese restaurant in his home city of Quebec, Canada, clearing and setting tables and otherwise assisting the waiting staff.

Vacation club eyes expansion

The Anantara Vacation Club, a subsidiary of the Thailand-based hotel group Minor International, is aiming for a 20-percent annual growth in membership over the next five years, said the company's chief operating officer.

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New brand

Clash of civilizations

Palace Museum to restore Marquis Haihun relics

China's Palace Museum will participate in the protection efforts of the royal tombs of the Marquis of Haihun, which date back to the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24), said Palace Museum curator Shan Jixiang on his recent trip to Nanchang, Jiangxi province.

Who was Liu He?

Depending on which history book you read, Liu He, the Marquis of Haihun, was either the eighth or ninth emperor of the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-AD 24).

Be my valentine

Still looking for that something special to show your heart's delight how much they mean to you? We have a few suggestions that are sure to create the right impression.

Radisson wants to paint the towns red

Spurred by the changing demands of the Millennial Generation, Carlson Rezidor is introducing its new lifestyle brand to China that aims to deliver a guest experience focused on "choice, personal interaction and technology".

Recipe for cross-Straits cooperation

Most people his age would have continued with their jobs all the way to retirement but Zhang Guosheng decided that it was never too late to seek new challenges in life.

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Honor

Blend of modern and traditional

The appeal of Guangzhou is its blend of modernity and tradition. Imbued with history and culture, it is a vibrant city that is constantly evolving.

InterContinental builds sense of belonging

Fueled by the growth of social media channels, there is increasing demand from consumers to belong to like-minded communities, sharing opinions and insight as they connect around their experiences of a brand.