The grandiose 1919 Waterboat House is an exercise in luxury dining, proof that it matters as much where you eat as what you eat. Furnished in the Art Deco style, with a feature chandelier and an iconic white elephant head on the wall, the 1919’s attempt to recreate the style of the Great Gatsby era would make F Scott Fitzgerald proud. Housed in a colonial heritage building in the Marina Bay district, the 1919 brings contemporary European flair to the […]
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Virgin Limited Edition’s Mahali Mzuri Kenyan Safari Camp Joins Pack For A Purpose
Mahali Mzuri, Virgin Limited Edition’s Kenyan safari camp, is delighted to announce that it is now a member of Pack for a Purpose. Pack for a Purpose’s mission is topositively impact local communities by assisting travelers to take meaningful contributions to the destinations they visit. By saving a few kilos of space in their suitcase for much needed school or medical supplies, tourists can create a lasting impact on the lives of families in the local area. As part of […]
Amber Lounge Singapore 2018
Asia’s Most Exhilarating F1 VIP Party Destination The exotic island of Singapore, home to Formula 1’s first ever night race is one of Amber Lounge’s most provocative and glamorous destinations. A celebrity and F1 driver hotspot, Amber Lounge Singapore, established since the first ever Singapore Grand Prix, has proven to be the chicest nightlife destination in the Asia. It merges the euphoric party spirit of the West with the splendour of the Orient. Amber Lounge Singapore encompasses the thrill of […]
Samsung Galaxy S9+ x Savour BlackBookAsia
At first glance, Samsung Galaxy S9+ looks almost similar to its successor S8+. However, Samsung has taken in a year of feedbacks and tweaking to perfect what is already considered one of the best smartphone model in the market. S9+ adopts the signature super AMOLED infinity curve screen, offering a wide 6.2-inch saturated, brighter display enhanced with 2,560 x 1,440 pixels. S9+ is built sleek with glass at the rear which benefits wireless charging via charging dock. Visually and by […]
Tapas 26, Singapore
Opened in late April 2017, Tapas 26 is a trendy Spanish tapas restaurant located in the heart of Dempsey Hill. Helmed and led by head Chef Patxi Alvarez, Tapas 26 serves up modern interpretations of classic tapas dishes which are paired well with a fine selection of wines from the best parts of the Iberian Peninsula. Stepping into 70-seater restaurant, guests are immediately captivated by the elegant simplicity and homeliness of the restaurant, with its white walls decorated with warm […]
JR West Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
From the lively metropolis of Osaka, a stroll down Geisha capital of Kyoto or savouring world’s famous Wagyu beef in Kobe are within 15 minutes of seamless locomotion with JR West’s most lucrative route onboard Shinkansen. “The Urban Network” aside, the Kita-Ku, Osaka based rail operator covers most regional lines of the western Honshu. Since founded in 1987, JR West has been expanding gradually to meet demands of daily commuters and city-hoppers. Trains such as the W7 series (W7系 Daburu-nana-kei) […]
Changi Wifi x Savour BlackBookAsia – Changi Recommends (A Subsidiary Of Changi Airport Group)
Having fast internet access seems to be crucial for travellers who seek convenience on where to tour, best restaurants & even stay connected with the loved ones in the foreign land. By some means searching for fluent connectivity can be challenging especially when one makes a journey to the provincial regions. That is when Changi portable wifi rental service comes in handy. Stay linked to the internet even on the go, while on the trains speeding through beautiful Japanese mountains, […]
JR East Japan Railway Company x Savour BlackBookAsia
The train has been the core of all transportation since Japan’s modernisation. Trusted by local Japanese and holiday-goers, Japan Rail is famous for being safe and punctual. Based in Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo, JR East Japan Railway Company is the largest passenger service provider amongst seven Japan Railways group companies since 1987. As one of the most sought after railway company on the globe, JR East Japan Railway Company aims to be a trustworthy source of transportation for all kinds of […]
Laforet Club Ito Onsen, Japan
A mere 2 hours from Tokyo, onsen district of Ito offers the perfect escapade from the bustling metropolitan. A small fishing village in the canton of Shizuoka Prefecture, Ito is renowned for being Japan’s onsen jaunt for the holiday-goers. A stone throws away from JR Ito station, one will discover Laforet Club’s trademark minimalist architecture cradled by lush greenery. Taking steps into the vast and inviting lobby, one will be immediately drawn to the communal sitting area as a centrepiece […]
Kozue, Park Hyatt, Tokyo
Perched on the 40th floor of Park Hyatt Tokyo, Kozue is the hotel’s fine dining Japanese restaurant led by Chef Kenichiro Ooe, who has helmed the role of Chef de cuisine at Kozue since 1994. The menu at the restaurant is designed to give guests a culinary experience ranging from hearty country style Japanese dishes to elevated and innovative Kaiseki cuisine. Kozue is designed in a bold architectural space with floor-to-ceiling windows and large granite slabs which contrast interestingly with […]