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A third Solna Business Park hotel has opened in Stockholm, Sweden. Operated by AC Hotels by Marriott, the hotel has 223 rooms and suites, two food and beverage outlets, a fitness room, and a spa. It is a short ride by public transit from downtown Stockholm. Hotel News AC Hotels by Marriott has expanded its …
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Khao Lak Resort Pullman is a five-star resort with 253 rooms and villas, 4 food and beverage outlets, a meandering swimming pool, a spa, 5G in indoor areas, and high-speed Wi-Fi that extends to the poolside and the beach! Hotel News Pullman Khao Lak Resort is a newly opened beachfront hotel in southern Thailand. Because …
COVID-19: Amid changing Government regulations, an American expatriate's well-laid plans are disrupted not once, but twice, as two confirmed reservations are nixed at the last minute, leaving her to scramble to find appropriate accommodation to spend 21 days in solitude. The Back Story Karen Lawler, an American expatriate living in Hong Kong, is a Hong …
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Mitsui Kyoto Hotel occupies a privileged space in the heart of Kyoto, Japan. In fact, it is across the street from Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has 161 rooms and three food and beverage outlets. In addition, it has numerous uniquely Japanese facilities. Hotel News The Luxury Collection, which is part of …
COVID-19: What would normally be a 3 and 1/2 hour flight turns into a four-week "adventure" for a 28-day quarantine survivor relocating from Macau to Bangkok. Check out how this senior PR executive maintains her sanity in this fascinating Tale of Two Cities! The Back Story Following 7 years in Macau, PR Executive Donna Campbell …
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COVID-19: As the global COVID-19 pandemic enters its second year, a growing number of people around the world face the following dilemma: how to survive hotel quarantine. Keep reading for tips on booking the right room and some of the things you should pack! Background Initially, travelers returning home during the COVID-19 pandemic could quarantine …
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Indonesia Hotel News Batam Marriott Harbour Bay is the first international luxury hotel to open on Batam Island and the second Marriott-branded property to open in Indonesia. It has 216 rooms, five eateries, an infinity swimming pool, and other facilities. Destination Batam Batam Island is the largest island in Indonesia’s Riau Archipelago. Because of its …
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IT and Social Media The year 2020 saw an unprecedented disruption in global travel. But as we look forward to a happier 2021, let's take a nostalgic look back at the 12 most popular Accidental Travel Writer posts in 2020, It includes both goldies but goodies and newly published posts! Most Popular Posts of 2020 …
Where to Eat in Phuket An exclusive fork-to-table restaurant in Phuket, Thailand, gets Thailand's first Michelin green star for its commitment to gastronomy and sustainability. Check out this exclusive Accidental Travel Writer interview with the locavore eatery's chef de cuisine! The Michelin Green Star Explained Michelin introduced a new symbol in its eating out guides …
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Hotel News Kyoto Takaragaike Prince Hotel joins more than 190 of Marriott International's Autograph Collection of hotels. As with all the others, it has its own distinct personality. Not only is it next to a beautiful park. In addition. it has 310 rooms. Destination Kyoto Kyoto is one of Japan's loveliest cities. In fact, many …
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