InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts believe international travel should always be alluring and are dedicated to those who appreciate and enjoy The InterContinental Life – the glamour and exhilaration of fascinating places, mixed with their international know-how and local cultural wisdom. As the world’s first international luxury travel hotel brand, the have been pioneering new international destinations for decades. Each of the hotels is a destination in its own right with a distinctive style and ambience, from historic buildings to city […]
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The Fabulous Four JW Marriott Hotels in Asia – A Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine Selection
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio and consists of beautiful properties and distinctive resort locations around the world. The impressive array of award-winning hotels cater to sophisticated, mindful travelers seeking The JW Treatment® – the brand’s philosophy that true luxury is created by people who are passionate about what they do. These experiences help guests to be fully present, foster connections and feed the soul. Inspired by the principles of mindfulness, JW Marriott is a haven designed […]
Luxury Serviced Apartments – Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine Top 5 Picks
Luxury serviced apartments that boast experiences liken to a 5-star hotel accommodation. These 5 top picks specializes in catering to the needs of those looking to stay at extended periods of time for both leisure and business purposes. Click on the residence name for the full feature. 1. Oakwood Premier Tokyo, Japan Whether you want to explore Tokyo metropolis as a leisure traveller or at the capital for work, Oakwood Premier Tokyo is the ideal place to discover cultural sights […]
Hotel Cabochon, Bangkok
Step into the one and only Hotel Cabochon and be swept back to a time of distinct grandeur and sophistication. A luxurious stay begins as soon as your ride pulls up in front of the elegant colonial facade designed by famed international interior designer Eugene Yeh. Be greeted by the warmth and unforgettable charm of Thai hospitality from the moment your car door swings open at this highly sought after property. Truly a hidden “polished gem” (meaning of The Cabochon) […]
Shaun O’Neale , MasterChef USA Winner
Shaun O’Neale is recognized around the world as the Season 7 Champion of MasterChef on FOX. Not only an award winning chef, Shaun’s skills as a culinary host have landed him appearances on Seasons 8, 9 and 10 of MasterChef and the MasterChef Celebrity Showdown on FOX, Best in Food on Travel Channel as well as performing cooking demos and acting as a celebrity guest judge on multiple episodes of Home & Family on Hallmark Channel. And because of his […]
February 2020 Pick: Dominique Bouchet Tokyo, 2 Michelin Stars & Relais & Châteaux, Tokyo
Awarded 2 Michelin Stars, Dominique Bouchet Tokyo a member of Relais & Châteaux serves up classic French cuisine with ingredients from Japan and France in the most stylish of settings. Main dining room and private dining options are available at this exquisite venue in the heart of Ginza. The intimate and snazzy ambiance is enhanced with fresh flowers and modern lamps over white table clothes as well as semi translucent shades that allows those sitting near the windows views of […]
Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine Reader’s Choice – World’s Best Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest independent hotel brand representing more than 700 hotels, resorts and serviced residences in 85 countries. In Savour BlackBookAsia Magazine’s recent quarterly survey, readers voted for their favourite Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties featured by the highly prized media arm of BlackBookAsia Group with it’s database of ultra high networth and high networth individuals and corporates spread across Asia. Click on the hotel/resort name for the full feature and pictures. 1. The Sanchaya […]
Rihanna wears Chopard Jewelry to the 51st Annual NAACP Image Awards
Global icon, singer, and actress Rihanna attended the 51st Annual NAACP Image Awards wearing jewelry by Chopard. Rihanna, recipient of the President’s Award, wore earrings featuring amethysts, blue sapphires, rubies, pink sapphires, and Paraiba tourmalines set in 18-carat white gold from the Temptations collection, an earring featuring purple and pink sapphires set in titanium, a ring featuring a 9.96-carat round-shaped emerald, 2.99 carats of tsavorites, blue sapphires, garnets, blue tourmalines, amethysts, and emeralds set in 18-carat white gold and titanium, […]
January 2020 Pick: Sant Pau, 2 Michelin Stars, Tokyo
Worthy of it’s 2 Michelin stars status, Sant Pau boast interiors of clean lights and contemporary wood elements from the floor to the chairs, decorated with artworks from Chef Carme Ruscalleda’s artist friend. Chef Carme holds the distinction of having 7 Michelin stars in total, over 3 restaurants. Housed within the Kitano Hotel Tokyo that oozes a sense of sophistication and glamour from the moment you step in. Have a glass of premium cava to start as apposed to champagne […]
Swarovski x Balmain
BALMAIN AND SWAROVSKI PROMOTE CONSCIOUS LUXURY AT THE 45TH CESARS CEREMONY French actress Sara Forestier wore a bespoke Balmain gown and bolero embellished with Swarovski upcycled crystals at the Césars ceremony this evening. This first time Balmain has partnered with Swarovski’s upcycling program, the gown features 1,150 upcycled Swarovski stones embroidered by hand, which took over 650 hours and 25 artisans to create. Sara Forestier was nominated for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the crime drama film Oh Mercy! (Roubaix, une lumière). As part of its aim to […]