Hospitality World Pages

Saturday, July 10, 2010

COCKTAIL OF THE DAY

Absolut Trouble ,,




The Absolut Trouble drink is mde from citrus vodka (aka Absolut Citron), Grand Marnier, orange juice and grenadine, and served in an old-fashioned glass.




Absolut Trouble Ingredients

40 ML ABSOLUT CITRON, LEMON INFUCED VODKA

20 ML GRAND MARNIER

60-80 ML ORANGE JUICE

1 DASH GRENADINE

Absolut Trouble Instructions

SHAKE WITH ICE IN A COCKTAIL SHAKER.

STRAIN INTO A ROCKS GLASS.

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

ULTIMATE SPA EXPERIENCE IN OASIS

The Oasis  Spa-of Bangkok, Chiangmai, Phuket & Pattaya ,





The ULTIMATE SPA EXPERIENCE where treatments are created com-


bining ancient secrets and advanced discoveries in beauty and

wellness. Luxurious Spas designed with a Thai atmosphere to allow

clients to enjoy superior service without unnecessary formality.
 
 Oasis Day Spas of Bangkok, Chiangmai, Phuket & Pattaya Thailand


Beginnings and Motivation

In August 2003, Oasis Spas burst upon the scene and revolutionized the Thai day spa experience in Chiangmai. Two, forward-thinking individuals each with special skills and knowledge merged their talents to create the spa of their dreams. It soon became the most patronized day spa in all Chiangmai, growing to five branches in four cities; Chiangmai, Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya.

To provide the optimal day spa experience, they blended the most effective ancient Thai herbs with cutting-edge expertise and added the professional pampering of highly trained therapists. The result is healthier, happier, more beautiful patrons. Whether a guest spends an hour or an afternoon they will enjoy moments their body will relish for a lifetime.

Brand Identity - Lanna Experience

Oasis Spas offer the unique "Lanna-style" spa experience. Guests delight in the graceful attention that defined Northern Thailand's golden era. The gentle and courteous Lanna ambience pervades all to create a magical place where beautiful and gracious people provide the ultimate in personal service without pretentious airs.

The Concept - Provide a Garden of Eden Hideaway

The healing ambience of peace and serenity begins the moment the guest steps into the chauffer-driven vehicle and departs the hustle and bustle of modern life. The tranquility deepens as the client passes through the gate and follows the stone pathway to an exotic world of beauty, serenity and pleasure. This place of lush foliage, wooden bridges and walkways, waterfalls, reflective ponds with fluttering gold fish, private treatment villas is encompassed by the arms of ancient venerable trees. All the senses are caressed.

Signature Treatments - Synthesis of Ancient and Modern

Oasis Spas utilize powerfully beneficial treatments developed through a synergistic fusion of traditional Thai herbs, and other natural ingredients which are applied using techniques both ancient and modern. To assure potency, each formulation used is made daily from the freshest ingredients. Guests may choose from a complete menu of treatments and therapies: scrubs, wraps, facial, foot and body massages, Jacuzzi and steam baths, and much more. Trained specialists gently coax the guest to a state of better health, beauty and tranquility.

Special Feature - Garden Villa Spa Suites

These private spa suites have terraces, Jacuzzis, glass-enclosed steam rooms, outdoor showers and restrooms. The suites provide a single location for guests to receive their entire treatment package in complete seclusion.

Vision and Mission

Our Vision is to be the best Thai day spa in Asia ... or anywhere else. Our Mission is to provide our guests an excellent experience through effective treatments and the service of well-trained professionals. We will continue to develop new locations, evolve even more effectual treatments and take our high-quality service to the next level. As we satisfy our customers, we flourish as a business, benefit our employees, and meet our socio-cultural responsibilities.

Customer Relations and Services

Customer relations specialists who speak five languages can readily accommodate almost any guest. Clients from Japan enjoy the customer relations services of a native Japanese. Following their treatment, each guest is requested to fill out a comment card and personally asked if their needs were met and desires satisfied. Both positive and negative comments are encouraged because feedback makes possible further improvements in service.

On-site Training Programs

In keeping with Oasis Spa's commitment to excellence, on-site instructors train spa therapists and employees in the signature Oasis treatments and in client care. Ongoing staff training and education is fundamental to Oasis uniqueness.

Thursday, July 1, 2010

BEAUTY OF CAPE TOWN

CITY HOTEL OF THE DAY

Westin Grand Arabella Quays


 
The five-star Westin Cape Town Arabella Quays with its excellent location in Cape Town’s foreshore, invites its clients to experience the new standards of elegance and comfort. Guests can relax on the hotel’s top floor whilst visiting the Arabella SPA. The hotel is interlinked with the new Cape Town International Convention Centre.






ACCOMMODATION



Most of the 483 rooms and suites, with their fully glazed façade offer floor to ceiling views over Cape Town, the Waterfront, mountains and the harbour. While mixing in African moments of textures, colours, objects and finishes, clients find state-of-the art high tech facilities as a main feature of the hotel.



Accommodation Features:

• Plasma screen Satellite television

• Cordless telephone and voicemail

• Refreshment centre, tea and coffee-making facilities

• Individually controlled air-conditioned/heating

• Safe in each room

• Hairdryer

• ISDN lines for computer and fax machines

• State-of-the-art communications technology

• Voicemail message system

• Wireless Internet access





DINING - RESTAURANTS & BARS



Thirty 7:

Showkitchen with buffet and private dining area (110 seats).



Louis B's:

Jazz bar overlooking the canal and Convention Square (120 seats). The Louis B’s terrace can seat up to 80 guests



Raleigh's Cigar Bar and smoking lounge (45 seats).



Towers Club - The Westin Executive Club Restaurant:

Exclusive lounge for Towers Club guests, overlooking the V&A Waterfront, all day dining. – A luxurious restaurant positioned on the 19th floor of the hotel, the Westin Executive Club restaurant features panoramic views of the city and offers valet parking and fine dining (50 seats).





CONFERENCES



For your in-house functions, the Hotel provides a 600 seater banqueting room, as well as various meeting rooms from 20 to 100 seats and conference facilities for 600 guests. State-of-the-art conferencing equipment is available. Fully air conditioned. Two Smart rooms. Business centre equipped with the latest technology. The interlinked Cape Town International Convention Centre caters for higher volume seating requirements.





Arabella SPA



As market leader in hotel spa and wellness centers, stunning views over the V&A waterfront and harbour, make the 1100m2 Arabella SPA on the 19th floor unique…as it is the only facility of its kind in Cape Town. 20 treatment rooms allow for body and skin treatments, as well as relaxing or toning body therapies. From the indoor heated lap pool with underwater music, whirlpool, steambath and sauna, a modern state-of-the-art gymnasium and the chef's carefully selected cuisine – this SPA will set new standards.





SERVICES



• Car hire, limousine and airport transfers

• 24-hour room service

• Baby-sitting

• Fully equipped Business Centre

• One stop Guest Services Centre

• Laundry, dry-cleaning and Valet

• Travel arrangements

• Secure valet and underground parking

• Access for coaches

• Water taxi and shuttle to V&A Waterfront

• Golf reservations

• Day tours to wine route and Blaauwklippen Vineyards

• Day tours to Cape Town and Paulaner Bräuhaus in V&A Waterfront





LOCATION



Blue Train and Rovos Rail station nearby and close to the V&A Waterfront.



Distances:

To V&A Waterfront < 1km

To train station (Blue Train/Rovos Rail) < 1km

Cape Town International Airport < 22km

Paulaner Bräuhaus < 1km

Blaauwklippen Vineyards < 60km

Arabella Western Cape Hotel & Spa < 105km