Wednesday, September 3, 2008

ONE OF SHANGHAI AND SINGAPORE PACKAGE

Shanghai......
Throughout the Olympic month, JIA Shanghai (86-21/6217-9000; www.jiashanghai.com) is offering guests accommodation in a studio-plus room, a welcome cocktail, a pizza at JIA's Issimo restaurant, daily breakfast, all-day soft drinks, afternoon cakes, evening wine, free local calls, and free Internet access as part of its Beat the Heat package. The deal is priced at US$232, double, per night.

Singapore.......
Grab the kids and head to the Conrad Centennial Singapore (65/6334-8888; www.conradhotels.com) to enjoy the Family Home Away package. From US$227 per night, double, guests will receive accommodation in a classic room, buffet breakfast for two adults and two children under 12, Conrad teddy bears and a rubber ducky for the kids, a discount of 50 percent for children's buffet meals, and two complimentary tickets to one of Singapore's many attractions, such as the Singapore Zoo or Night Safari. The offer is valid until December 30. Quote plan code "P5" when making inquiries.

Friday, August 15, 2008

Le Jardin Boutique Villa

Since opening its doors in July, Le Jardin Boutique Villa has been offering an unsurpassed level of comfort and luxury for both families and couples wanting a romantic getaway. Ideally located in the heart of Seminyak amid a lush and exotic landscape, Le Jardin is only 20 minutes away from the International Airport, and 30 minutes drive from Bali’s world-class golf course at Nusa Dua.

The 11 two-to three-bedroom villas are spacious and designed to blend modern convenience with traditional elements of Balinese architecture. Each features an open kitchen and living and dining areas with direct views to a private swimming pool and garden. Find a different floral fragrance in every villa as each is uniquely named after different flowers, like Villa Kenanga with an uplifting and relaxing fragrance of cananga, or Villa Mawar which rosy scent is soothing and reassuring. Health and well-being enthusiasts can unwind at the Spa at Le Jardin, where signature treatments include traditional Javanese Lulur, which uses therapeutic herbs to improve skin tone andelevate the mood, and the Pure Balance, a holistic rejunevation that begins with a body massage and concludes with relaxing flower aromatherapy.

Those in need of pampering but have limited time should try the 30-minute Express Massage which focuses an the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Other services include airport transfers, round-the-clock butler service, and shuttle transport within the Legian and Seminyak areas. Le Jardin Boutique Villa is managed by Avilla.


Jalan Sarinade 7, Seminyak; 62-361/730-165; www.lejardinvilla.com