Monday, November 10, 2014

Discover the Magic of Turkey at Innpera Hotel Istanbul

Istanbul is a world of choice, and the best of which can be found at Innpera Hotel Istanbul in Taksim Square, Turkey. A popular choice since 1964, the 4-star hotel presents the highest standard of business and class in the city. A timeless gem, it successfully combines exceptional boutique service with excellent meeting facilities, modern architecture, and high-quality accommodation to capture the fancy of guests and bring them closer to unraveling the magic of the destination.

In here, a swirl of luxury, comfort, and serenity pervades each room. Whichever you pick among the 91 Standard, 4 Standard Triple, 7 Standard Quadruple, and 6 Economy Double Rooms, and 10 Suites with a wonderful sea view of the Bosphorus Strait, a grand and relaxing time is assured. After a day of business or leisure, the comfortable beds offer the best retreat, complementing the modern interiors of the guestrooms that are further equipped with amenities that fulfill the needs of travelers. Among the standard amenities are LCD TV with HD broadcast, free Wi-Fi Internet access, private toilet with shower and hair dryer, mini-bar, electric kettle and coffee and tea maker, safe, phone, and iron and ironing board.

Meanwhile, further conveniences can be savored through the facilities and services found in the hotel, beginning with the Innpera Restaurant. The award-winning chefs here take visitors on a treat by serving Turkish and world flavors in every meal. Similarly, rich breakfasts, and an array of desserts made by hand and organic ingredients are waiting to be discovered at the Cajun Cafe & Brasserie.

An assortment of meeting room options also await. Flexible and fully equipped, these halls present the perfect venue for business, events, and various occasions. There is also a swimming pool, fitness center, and VIP Room specialties. Other hotel services include laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing, tour information, car rental, shuttle service, foreign exchange, fax and photocopying, room service, and shoe polishing.

Finally, the location of the hotel completes its charm. Right in the heart of Taksim Square, it gives easy access to the most happening places and everything beautiful and enchanting that the capital offers. It is mere minutes away from the city’s important historic buildings, Ottoman mosques, international fashion and design scene, and high-velocity bars, clubs, restaurants, and galleries. Indeed, the accommodation presents the best options in terms of soaking in all the culture and vibe of the city.

Popular attractions like Karakoy, Eminonu, Sisli, Dolmabahce, and Istiklal Street, the most popular walking street in Istanbul, are only of walking distances from the hotel. The Tram and Metro station are both 25 m and 50 m away. Meanwhile, the Demiroren Mall can be reached in 150 m and the Lutfu Kırdar Convention Centre in 500 m. Also, both the Cevahir Mall and Galata Tower are 1 km ahead, and the Golden Horn Bridge is only 1.5 km away from the Innpera Hotel in Taksim, Istanbul, Turkey. With such a central location, there is no way travelers will miss anything of the remarkable destination.

Wednesday, November 5, 2014

5 Thrilling Activities to Make Your Singapore Vacation One for the Ages

Staying in a cozy accommodation in Singapore for a few days with your buddies? Don't just visit the usual attractions. Try these thrilling activities that will make your vacation one for the ages.

1. Sing your heart out
Let everyone hear you sing your favorite tunes at a KTV bar. Travelers who don't mind having fun in a no-frills environment can drop by at Cash Studio, Teo Heng, or Topone KTV. These spots offer the karaoke enjoyment you seek without the hefty price tag. For groups who want to drink and be merry while singing along to their favorite tracks, K Box, K Suites, and Party World are the perfect destinations.

2. Shop late at night at Mustafa Centre
Don't have the time to shop in the morning? Then why not at 4 am? Mustafa Centre, Singapore's only 24-hour shopping mall, offers a lot of items from groceries and jeweleries to electronic items and DVDs. Rare Indian products are also on sale. The biggest catch here is that almost all of the items are sold at low prices, so shopaholics can rejoice and call this place heaven.

3. Taste locally brewed beers at hawker centers
If you thought the only local beer in Singapore is Tiger Beer because it's mostly offered at hawker centers, then you're mistaken. A lot of breweries have started producing their own, and these can surely give that genuine local taste. If you're staying at Hotel Clover in Singapore you can drop by the Chinatown Complex, which is only 3 minutes away, and check out The Good Beer. Another local brand, Jungle Beer, has also joined the act. The folks here offer a monthly free-flow of samples and brewery tour. Just be sure you'll make it back to your Singapore boutique hotel safely.

4. Go urban ghost hunting
For an extreme way to have fun at night, go urban ghost hunting at the infamous Old Changi Hospital. If you think this is an all too popular spot, go off the beaten path and make a night full of scary memories at Neo Tiew Estate or the Old Seletar Airbase. There are also the different colored houses, red in Pasir Ris, green in Hill View, and white in Punggol, that can give the same frightening experience. Don't forget to bring your camera because your video might just be the next hit in YouTube.

5. Learn an interesting new skill
If you're tired of the usual way to break a sweat like running or training at gym, then go for something out of the ordinary. Try the excitement of circus arts with FlyAcro @ GymKraft. The instructors here are the ones that used to teach the performers of Circus Swingapore. Better yet, impress your friends with a new cocktail recipe you've mastered at Drink Dings. The pros here offer basic bartending courses. Now you can compare your concoction to the drinks served at a fancy accommodation in Singapore.

Monday, October 20, 2014

4-Star Hotel in Puerto Princesa Offers Great Vantage Point to Palawan's Top Attractions

Aziza Paradise Hotel in the city proper of Puerto Princesa, Palawan is a great vantage point for exploring the Philippines' Last Frontier. From the location of this 4-star holiday retreat along BM Road in Barangay San Manuel, travelers can easily go to some of the city's famous natural and man-made attractions. These include the following:

Immaculate Conception Cathedral
Located at Barangay Liwanag along Rizal Avenue, this stunning blue cathedral was built during the Spanish occupation. It is easily recognizable because of the pointed arches on its facade, which is reminiscent of the Gothic castles in Europe. The cathedral also features an angular structure, a very unique architectural design that is not seen in most Catholic churches. The easiest way to get here is by riding a local tricycle (a 7-minute ride from Aziza Hotel).

Plaza Cuartel
This historical landmark that is found along Taft Street is a commemoration to the infamous Palawan Massacre. Here, you'll see reconstructed ruins of tunnels and garrisons where American prisoners were burnt by the Japanese during the Second World War. A monument, made by one of the 10 survivors of the massacre, was erected at the plaza in 2009. Plaza Cuartel is just a stone's throw away from the Immaculate Conception Cathedral.

The Vietnamese Village
Vietville, as most tourists call it, is a 3-hectare hamlet that serves as an asylum for Vietnamese refugees. This place allows visitors to experience an immersion with the Vietnamese who chose to stay in Palawan. A quick tour in their houses, temples, and restaurants showcases their interesting history and culture. Situated at the southern part of the city, Vietville is only 10-minute drive from Aziza's PuertoPrincesa accommodation.

Honda Bay Islands
Apart from the Subterranean River National Park, Puerto Princesa is also known for the exquisite islands in Honda Bay. These include the islands of Cowrie, Luli, Pandan, and Starfish, which are all great for snorkeling and swimming. The surroundings of these islands are studded with patches of white sand and coral gardens. Colorful reefs, meanwhile, can be found close to the surface down to 24 metersThe jump-off point to these islands is about 15-minute drive from Aziza Hotel.


A visit in all these wonderful attractions will surely make your Palawan trip even more memorable. So, for your much-awaited holiday, make sure to book your accommodation at Aziza Paradise Hotel in Puerto Princesa to ensure a rewarding and hassle-free vacation.

Monday, October 6, 2014

5 Restaurants Serving a Hearty Breakfast for Travelers in Makati, Philippines

Booked a hotel in Makati City, Philippines but chose the room-only option? Don't fret — here's a list of restaurants around the city that serve often-talked-about hearty breakfasts and lunches to boost your day.

1. Apartment 1B
Serving breakfast from 7 am until 3 pm, Apartment 1B lets you taste gourmet comfort food from the old-fashioned oatmeal to create-your-own omelet. Starters that include soup, salad, and quiche, plus a wide choice of sandwiches, are also available.

Address: G/F One Layafette Square, Leviste corner Sedeno St, Salcedo Village

2. H & E Heaven & Eggs
This rock star-themed restaurant located at the main entrance of the Glorietta 4 Mall has an affordable breakfast buffet priced at PHP 299 per person. Those coming in late can still have their favorite morning meal, since the restaurant has all-day breakfast options. Don't forget to try the Lovin' Lucban Longganiza or Strawberry and Banana Cheesecake Stacks.

Address: Glorietta 4, Ground Level, Ayala Center

3. Chef Laudico's Bfast
Right in the middle of the beautiful Ayala Triangle Gardens is Chef Laudico's Bfast. Best to try the “Silog” meals. These are basically the popular Filipino breakfast sets composed of fried rice, fried egg, and a choice of beef, chicken, or pork. But here, they have the gourmet version: go for the Angus Tocino or Angus Tapsilog if you want to taste the specialty. Sugar-free Belgian waffles and Belgian chocolate champorado are also served here.

Address: Shop 3 Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati Avenue

4. Rodic's Diner
Despite Rodic's simple set-up of plastic chairs and tables, it has become one of the popular dining places in Makati City. It became famous for its sweet and tender sliced beef topped on a hot rice with egg. This treat only costs PHP 75. Folks on a tight budget can enjoy the flavorful treat for a half-order at PHP 45. Now that's a delicious and affordable breakfast to try.

Address: Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village

5. Mr. Jones
Expect a sophisticated selection of breakfast food at Mr. Jones. This American-style diner boasts specialty US Beef Ribcap Tapa and Garlic Overload. It's a plate of US Ribcap Beef strips placed on top of fried rice. There's also the Challah French Toast, which is a serving of thickly sliced bread stuffed with Nutella and raspberry. The prices of breakfast offers here are around PHP 300.

Address: G/L Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center

To catch breakfast just in time at these restaurants, choose a hotel in Makati City around the Ayala Triangle for the easiest commute even with the infamous Manila traffic.

Destiny Exclusive Hotel in South Africa Now Boasts a Direct-Booking Engine on Website

Gauteng, SOUTH AFRICA — To provide travelers with an easier way of booking rooms online, Destiny Exclusive Hotel in Kempton Park, Gauteng, South Africa has launched a new reservation engine on its website at http://www.destinyhotel.co.za. This system, powered by DirectWithHotels, doesn't only make bookings to this hotel in Gauteng quicker and hassle-free but also yields instant confirmation.

On the website, upon clicking the “Check availability and prices” button, guests can immediately view the available rooms for their planned dates. Here are more advantages of the new booking engine:

Information in real time – the room availability shown on the reservation engine is in real time, and the rates provided already include taxes and charges. There's also a currency selector with the latest exchange rates that serves as quick reference.
User-friendly interface – the details and buttons on the booking engine are designed vividly to provide an efficient reservation process. A virtual calendar has also been integrated to make date selection faster.
Access to better offers – aside from giving the best prices at this Gauteng accommodation, the booking engine also shows special offers, and discounts that can only be availed on this channel.
Secure transactions – all transactions in the system are secure because it's protected by DigiCert and Trustwave, 2 of the trusted security providers on the web.
No prepayment  – secure a room instantly by completing the reservation process, and pay the fees upon check-in at the hotel. In addition, cancellation and modifications are free-of-charge within a given period.

Located on an exclusive private property in Bredell Kempton Park, the 4-star Destiny Exclusive Hotel lets business and leisure travelers enjoy:

Easy access to OR Thambo International Airport, and major highways to Johannesburg and Pretoria
Guestrooms with full-HD satellite TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, individually controlled air-conditioning, and en-suite bathroom
Business center services, and conference and meeting rooms with complete amenities
Leisure facilities that include the Destiny Health and Wellness Spa and restaurant
Express check-in, 24-hour reception, shuttle services, and dry cleaning/laundry

For more information about Destiny Exclusive Hotel's accommodations and services, guests must log on to http://www.destinyhotel.co.za.

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Destiny Exclusive Hotel
Estate 154, 3rd Road, Bredell, Kempton Park
Gauteng, 1620, South Africa

Phone Number: +27-11-9790044
About DirectWithHotels DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking.

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Hotel Clover The Arts in Singapore Presents New Booking Engine on Its Website

Singapore — Travelers planning a trip to Singapore can now feel the advantage of booking direct online as Hotel Clover The Arts presents its new reservation engine on its website. The upgraded system, powered by DirectWithHotels, boasts user-friendly and efficient features:
  • Fast and Easy-to-Follow Process - Making a room reservation over countless emails is a thing of the past. The website of Hotel Clover The Arts at http://www.hotelcloverthearts.com provides instant access to booking information in just one click. Guests simply click the “Check availability and prices” button to launch the reservation system/ A set of easy-to-follow steps will take guests through reservation process. Room amenities, booking policies, and available promotions will be readily displayed.
  • Instant Confirmation - Guests who book direct through the website will get instant room confirmation when they secure the prepayment required by the system. They will also receive an email as a record of the booking transaction.
  • Reliable Security - All transactions and guest records on the booking engine are secured by Trustwave and DigiCert, 2 of the most trusted information security providers on the web.
  • Quick modification/cancellation - Travelers don't need to worry about sudden changes in their itinerary because they can modify or cancel their reservations with ease. However, they should take note of the modification and cancellation policies for the rate plan they purchased, as it may require a minimum fee.
Hotel Clover The Arts on South Bridge Road invites travelers to experience the world of modern art showcased inside sophisticated and art-themed guestrooms. Inside each space, a masterpiece of urban street art, retro, minimalist line art, or even manga comics is featured. Aside from the inspiring design, the accommodations at this boutique hotel in Singapore are fitted with rich amenities, such as LED HDTV with satellite channels, air-conditioning with individual control, and free Wi-Fi and LAN access.

This Singapore accommodation not only offers lot of style and personality but welcoming warmth as well. Essential services and amusements provided for guests include the 24-hour front desk, tour- and transport-booking assistance, daily housekeeping service, and laundry/dry cleaning. There is a rooftop garden for more moments of relaxation.

For more information about the accommodations and rates at Hotel Clover The Arts in Singapore, guests must visit the hotel's website at http://www.hotelcloverthearts.com.

Hotel Clover The Arts
58 South Bridge Road
058689, Singapore

Phone Number: (65) 6439 7088

About DirectWithHotels
DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking.

Monday, September 29, 2014

5-Star Luxury, Sophistication, and the Warmest Hospitality Only at Acacia Hotel Manila

Utter luxury, sophistication at its best, and a taste of the warmest hospitality that is uniquely Filipino – these are the hallmarks of Acacia Hotel Manila in Muntinlupa City, Philippines. Indeed, every stay here is a prelude to a blissful city holiday.
A total of 261 guestrooms await visitors, each featuring an elegant design that is the height of luxury and convenience. A palette of warm earth tones pervades every room, creating a soothing ambience that is perfect for rest and relaxation. This is enhanced by the first rate amenities inside, such as a 40-inch LCD cable TV, full-size executive desk, pillow menu, customized orthopedic beds with memory foam tops, and an all-marble bathroom with shower, tub, and hair dryer.

In addition, the rooms also have central air-conditioning with individual temperature control, Wi-Fi Internet connection, multimedia box, fully stocked mini-bar, coffee and tea facilities, IDD phone with bathroom extension, and iron and ironing board. An electronic “Do not disturb” and “Make up room” signs, in-room safe, and smoke detectors and sprinklers are available to guests, too.

Further, all dining, relaxation, merrymaking, and corporate needs are answered by the top-of-the-line facilities found in the Alabang hotel. This begins with the beautiful Acaci Restaurant, with its floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a glimpse of the daily life outside. Inside, it is a buffet restaurant that serves delicious Asian and international dishes.

There is also The Pastry Shop for all things sweet and savory. Alternatively, visit the Tree Top Lounge at the 16th floor for an al fresco bar experience. It is an ideal chill-out place in the morning hours. Finally, guests can also enjoy a drink or meal at The Lobby at Acacia.

For meetings and events, the hotel has the Grand Acacia Ballroom, which can accommodate up to 600 guests theater-style, and 4 other ballrooms for smaller events with attendees between 30 and 358 people. It also offers 7 function rooms, plus an outdoor events venue, which is the Samanea Garden.

Finally, completing the list of facilities is the coffee shop, swimming pool, jacuzzi, poolside bar, spa, sauna, steam room, gym, salon, shops, business center, executive floor, smoking floor, and rooms and facilities for the disabled. Meanwhile, services that guests can rely on include babysitting, laundry and dry cleaning service, airport transfer, tour assistance, 24-hour room service, concierge, and parking and valet services.

The hotel is located at the heart of Filinvest Corporate City, one of the Philippines’ top business and commercial districts. Shopping centers, such as Festival Supermall and Alabang Town Center, are both less than 10 minutes walk away, while the Ninoy Aquino International Airport is reached in a mere 20-minute drive.

Indeed, Acacia Hotel Manila has thought of it all. This is the best place to go to for luxury, convenience, and an all-around great time.