[From Beijing, make a trip to Chengdu and take in the sights of its temples.]
OUTDOOR WEDDING IN MALAYSIA
The Thistle Port Dickson Resort is offering wedding packages at one of Malaysia's most picturesque beach destinations.
The resort is suitable for an outdoor beach or garden wedding for up to 2,000 guests. Packages start at RM79 (S$32.50) per head and include food, wedding decorations and refreshments.
They also include accommodation in an exclusive bridal suite. For more information, log on to www.thistle.com.my
CHINA HOLIDAY PACKAGES
Extend your holiday in Beijing with a second Chinese city tour to either Xian, Chengdu or Huhhot.
To enjoy this promotion, book a three-night stay for two in a deluxe room at the China World Hotel in Beijing. Prices start at 4,688 yuan (S$999).
This includes a daily buffet breakfast for two, a bottle of wine and a choice of a one-hour full-body or foot reflexology massage.
A half-day tour for two to The Great Wall in a chauffeured hotel limousine with an English-speaking guide is also included. Additional packages to Xian, Chengdu and Huhhot with two nights' accommodation at Shangri-La hotels start at 2,419 yuan.
Day tours to museums and other places of interest are provided in the package. Take note that prices stated do not include a 15 per cent service charge.
For reservations, e-mail: reservations. cwh@shangri-la.com or book online at www.shangri-la.com
Boutique hotel Casa Howard in Rome.
ONLINE DEALS AT LUXE CITY GUIDES
Luxury travel site Luxe City Guides has launched its Hotel & Villa collection, offering online rates and exclusive special offers at various destinations.
Examples include a six-night stay at boutique hotel Casa Howard in Rome for the price of four nights. Prices start from US$195 (S$284) per night.
Apart from discounted rates, the site also offers reviews and comprehensive pictures of hotels.
For more details, log on to www. luxecityguides.com
SMILING ALBINO ADVENTURE TRAVEL
Smiling Albino, a Thailand-based adventure travel outfit, is introducing incentives for tailor-made holidays in Asia for small groups not exceeding eight people.
Trips now feature value-added features such as complimentary mobile phones with local SIM cards pre-programmed with local numbers and complimentary massage.
There are also 24-hour concierge services provided by English-speaking staff in offices from Bangkok to Kathmandu.
For about US$200 per person per day, guests stay in boutique and luxury accommodation.
They can also take part in a wide range of activities and enjoy carte blanche dining service.
Boutique hotel Casa Howard in Rome.
