Wednesday, February 24, 2016
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| ION LUXURY ADVENTURE HOTEL |
Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel is an hour’s drive from the hustle and bustle of Reykjavík and is set against a backdrop of majestic mountainous lava fields, ION Luxury Adventure Hotel.Have an unforgettable experience at Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel.Whether you are seeking a quiet, soulful soak beneath the Northern Lights, a challenging trek across an ancient glacier or a day of fly-fishing in plentiful icy rivers – at ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, these are only a wish away.The location and the easy accessibility of the hotel ION’s makes it the perfect base from which it is to explore Iceland’s rich heritage, hardy flora and fauna, and myriad opportunities for extreme adventure. Close to Thingvellir National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), ION provides easy access to all the essential attractions of “the land of fire and ice”. ION takes good care of you upon your return after a day of adventures. Our luxurious rooms, exquisite Silfra Restaurant, award-winning Northern Lights bar, the awesome Lava Spa and the magnificent landscape that stretches out to the horizon wherever you look provides calm and good service so you can recharge, reflect and rejoice. ION recently was granted the acclaimed Boutique Hotel Awards in the sustainability category.
ACCOMMODATION
DELUXE ROOM
ION Luxury adventure Hotel has 24 deluxe rooms.Each and every rooms are carefully decorated in inimitable Icelandic style with floor to ceiling windows.The guests can fully appreciate the magnificent view possible of the unique Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Plant or across the lava fields towards Thingvellir National Park.
Each deluxe room has beds that can be customised as twin or double as requested. The beds are hypoallergenic and supremely comfortable. Free WiFi is included both inside the rooms and in public area. Every room has fair-trade organic linens and a large bathroom with a powerful environmentally friendly shower and the following soaps and lotions from Sóley Organics
Other Specific Contains of the Rooms
Lind Likamskrem
Moisturising body milk containing a blend of shea butter and hand-picked wild Icelandic herbs from nearby Laugarvatn.
BirkiR
Natural cleanser with energising essential oils and a healing serum made from the Icelandic Arctic birch.
Lind Sturtusápa
Natural hair and body cleanser containing a blend of hand-picked wild Icelandic herbs from the Laugarvatn region that heal, calm and protect.
Lóa Handsápa
A gently cleaning fragrant soap containing a blend of powerful Icelandic healing herbs to protect hands from the cold and dryness of winter.
STANDARD ROOM
ION Luxury adventure Hotel has 21 standard rooms.Out of which 16 are twin rooms, 2 double rooms and 3 are single rooms. All rooms have a view of the unique Nesjavellir Geothermal Power Plant or across the lava fields towards Thingvellir National Park.
Each standard room has beds that can be customized as twin or double as requested. Free WiFi is included both inside the rooms and in public area. Every room has fair-trade organic linens, hypoallergenic beds, powerful environmentally friendly showers and the following soaps and lotions from Sóley Organics:
Lind Likamskrem
Moisturising body milk containing a blend of shea butter and hand-picked wild Icelandic herbs from nearby Laugarvatn.
BirkiR
Natural cleanser with energising essential oils and a healing serum made from the Icelandic Arctic birch.
Lind Sturtusápa
Natural hair and body cleanser containing a blend of hand-picked wild Icelandic herbs from the Laugarvatn region that heal, calm and protect.
Lóa Handsápa
A gently cleaning fragrant soap containing a blend of powerful Icelandic healing herbs to protect hands from the cold and dryness of winter.
SILFRA RESTAURANT & BAR
SILFRA
ION’s Silfra Restaurant and Northern Lights Bar serves its customers with the fresh local ingredients served with a twist and accompanied by an array of beers, liqueurs and spirits from Iceland’s many microbreweries. Silfra restaurant embodies the local flavor and spirit of Iceland, offering seasonal and contemporary dishes with an emphasis on sustainable, farm-fresh ingredients from our close surroundings. Silfra is proud to serve modern nordic cuisine with purity, freshness, simplicity and ethics as a guiding light to represent everything that this part of the world has to offer above other. The restaurant’s name derives from the Silfra rift in Lake Þingvellir. The rift is the most popular diving site in Iceland, first of all because it the crack between the American and Eurasian continent and secondly because of the magnificent visibility that isn’t anywhere else under those circumstances.
Meeting and Weddings
MEETING ROOM
Meeting room at ION provides the space upto 60 people.The meeting room is located on the ground floor and can be modified for lectures and meeting of any kind.The meeting room is facilitated with a good sound system,so the use of a microphone is an option.Large projector is also installed for the facilitation of the meeting hall so that can be plugged into a computer.More details about prices, meals and other meeting offers are located in the bar at the left side called Corporate Events.And the other facilitation of the guests are done as
per the requests.
WEDDINGS
Experience the royal fairy wedding at ION.Ion Luxury Adventure Hotel is a perfect location for a wedding. In the unspoiled nature with lava fields as far as the eye can see seems to be an ideal setting for the perfect wedding. The hotel withholds everything to make a spectacular wedding ceremony and a fantastic wedding reception.
Wedding Ideas
Úlfljótsvatn Church is located only within a half an hour away and is a perfect location for the wedding ceremony. The church will be 100 years old in 2014 but is still in great shape and is more romantic than ever before.There is a sundeck at the east side of the Hotel that can host up to 200 people.
SPA
After warming up in the sauna or soaking in the warm 10 m long outdoor pool you will experience well being in the silent relaxation room. The feeling of tranquility, warmth, nature and pureness will enhance your personal energy and create an exhilarated experience!
Location of ION LUXURY ADVENTURE HOTEL
ION Luxury Adventure Hotel
Nesjavellir vid Thingvallavatn
801 Selfoss
Iceland
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
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| ICMS |
ICMS are known as management specialists with world-class academics from across the globe and the best industry training program in Australia.The university is connected closely to the welfare of its students' upgrading.It creates a coordination between the students and the industry, and the students with the alumni of the university.The university is the hub created for the community of passionate students, scholars and industry professionals who wish to work together to produce leaders in business, events, hospitality, tourism, property and sports management.Once you be the part of ICMS you'll realize you are here to beget the lifetime experience to develop yourself.
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT (TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY)2 YEARS
The Master of Management in Tourism and Hospitality is for postgraduate students looking to strengthen their career prospects in senior management and leadership roles in business. It is a modern business degree designed to develop your strategic thinking and conceptual, analytical and practical skills. You will combine core business and management studies with specialist tourism and hospitality electives. A comprehensive 600 hour Industry Research Project will hone your professional skills and demonstrate to future employers that you have the experience and tenacity to succeed in senior management.
The management specialists of the university closely connected with industry.Masters degrees have been developed in consultation with industry ensuring that they are highly relevant with an emphasis on applied learning.Throughout your degree you will have practical opportunities to strengthen your industry-specific skills.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
The Master of Management is structured to provide you with the perfect balance of theoretical coursework and practical experience. The Master of Management with a specialization in Tourism and Hospitality consists of the following:
- 3 semesters (12 subjects) of in-depth coursework studies plus an Industry Research Project where you will work with an organisation in your industry for 600 hours and apply your knowledge to real business issues.
- Delivery through a combination of small lectures, tutorials, workshops and industry research to cater for a range of learning styles.
- The two-year course duration means international students are eligible for a two-year post-study work visa.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Academic requirements:
- A Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline or
- A Diploma or Associate Degree qualification and 4 years of relevant management experience or
- 5 years of relevant management experience
- English language requirements:
- If your first language is not English, you must demonstrate English language proficiency prior to enrolment.
- IELTS: 6.5, no band less than 6.0 TOEFL iBT: 86
BACHELOR OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
Developed in conjunction with leading Swiss hotel school Cesar Ritz and featuring the most comprehensive practical training component in Australia, the ICMS Bachelor of Hospitality Management (BHM) has been totally restructured for 2015 and represents the next generation in hospitality qualifications. When you graduate from this degree you will posses the perfect blend of practical skill, theory and business acumen to take you to the top of your profession.
From a 5 star New York hotel to a sun-drenched island resort, the ICMS Bachelor of Hospitality Management could place you anywhere in the world. Turn your passion for professional service into a global career. Hospitality is one of the world’s biggest industries with job opportunities in almost every country.
Hospitality managers are in high demand and professionals are needed to fill roles in hotels, function centres, resorts, restaurants, and airlines around the world. ICMS will get you there. ICMS and leading Swiss hotel school César Ritz wanted to create a degree that would make sure our graduates were at the top of their profession in hospitality management.
The ICMS Bachelor of Hospitality Management features the most comprehensive practical training program in Australia. This is next generation education that gets you in the workforce before you’ve even graduated. You’ll leave us with a strong understanding of business and management principles, extensive industry training and countless hands-on experiences. You’ll have everything you need to succeed in hospitality management. The rest is up to you.
A HOSPITALITY DEGREE DESIGNED BY THE BEST, FOR THE BESTWORLD RENOWNED
World-renowned partner, César Ritz Colleges, Switzerland, joined with this university to develop this exceptional degree. Blending Swiss quality with the Australian flair of doing business, you will experience the best of hospitality, the traditional and the modern, to receive a superior hospitality education.
1,200 HOURS OF REAL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
When you graduate from ICMS you’ll have more than just a degree. Built into your qualification is 1,200 hours (9 months) of industry experience.This industry training consultants will help place you in an organisation relevant to your studies so that after your degree you’ll have an impressive CV, a network of contacts and a significant advantage over other graduates.
YOU’LL THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
Theory is important, it will teach you the fundamentals you need to be a hospitality management leader. However, nothing is as valuable as putting your theory into practice. In addition to your industry training, you’ll gain hands-on experience through practical classes. You’ll also manage large-scale events with real clients and work in the Grand Dining Room (our on-campus training restaurant) and in the production kitchen. Field trips and site visits with industry partners and will get you learning from the best in the business
YOU ARE AN INDUSTRY LEADER IN TRAINING
This degree is far more than a hospitality training program. Combining hospitality subjects with business will train you in the critical and analytical skills you’ll need to prepare for a supervisory or management role when you graduate.
THE GLOBAL INDUSTRY EXPERTS
At ICMS the lecturers that you'll be entertained with international careers who are experts in hospitality. Guest lectures from our network of industry partners will keep your learning fresh, relevant, and up to date with the latest demands from industry and your future employers.
YOUR FUTURE
An ICMS Bachelor of Hospitality Management can take you in many different professional directions, whether you would like to coordinate a conference or manage a multi-million dollar hotel.The graduates are working across the globe in locations like Europe, USA, South America, Asia, Pacific Islands and other exotic destinations. You could join them working in leading hotels and resorts, restaurants, conference centres and events companies around the world.
Here are some of the positions you could end up working in:
- Hotel Manager Food and Beverage Director Accomodation Manager Hotel Sales and Marketing
- Guest Relations Manager Banquet Manager Resort and Spa Manager Airline Operations Manager
NEXT GENERATION HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
ICMS degrees focus on the next generation of education that gets you job-ready by embedding industry training and practical experience into each degree.
CHEERS TO A SUCCESSFUL CAREER
We take the beverage component of hospitality very seriously but no one said you couldn’t enjoy it! Learning about the different types of alcohol and the social and cultural impacts for business are essential to hospitality. You will be introduced to spirit making; experience a Moet and Hennessy champagne/ sparkling wine tasting and presentation; and learn about innovation in beer (including “Space Beer”) when you visit the 4 Pines Brewery and meet with their chief beer maker.
BE A HOTEL INSIDER
See inside the kitchens, banquet halls and backrooms of top hotels and restaurants.Site visits will get you speaking with industry management experts, learning from the inside about the business operations and management issues to be found in successful hospitality enterprises.
GET A CLOSER INSPECTION
Get up close and professional as you examine food quality and presentation, menu prices, uniforms, staffing, décor, layout, signage and service at different hospitality venues. On these field trips you will reflect on your classroom learning by analyzing different hospitality business functions in practice.
A GRAND START TO YOUR CAREER
The Grand Dining Room is fully licensed, on-site restaurant that is open to the public and is as impressive as its name. You will perfect your hospitality skills as you train in the Grand Dining Room and in the production kitchen.
REAL CLIENTS – REAL EXPERIENCE
Experience working at functions for real clients. You will manage the delivery of food, service and theming for clients like local communities, charities, government departments and private clients.
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS MAKES YOUR CONNECTIONS
The connection of the industry have an impressive network of hospitality industry partners. These leading companies provide our ICMS community with invaluable industry insight and experience. They help shape qualifications and ensure they are in line with industry best practice. When it is time to embark on your industry training, the universtiy work closely with them to find a suitable placement that is the best fit for your skills, interests and professional goals.
Your industry training could take you to a major city, regional area or island resort in Australia. You could even take up a position in an international city. It is all part of finding the best placement for you. Not only is this an invaluable experience, it is also a chance to grow your professional network. For many of the graduates this experience introduces them to their future employers.
A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL STUDY HOTEL MANAGEMENT SIMULATIONS
Think you’ve got what it takes to design and run the best hotel? Compete with other ICMS students while you test your decision-making skills in a simulated but highly realistic environment. You will use advanced software that simulates hotel operations including front office, the lodging cycle and the application of yield management principles in forecasting demand. It might sound tricky at first but it is a great way to get you thinking like a hotel manager.
GASTRONOMY
Did you know that there is a relationship between people, place, food and drinks? In Gastronomy you will evaluate and analyse the social and cultural aspects of food and drinks. You will also learn about the role of taste, nutrition and obesity in relation to diet and society. The university will take you on a gastronomy study tour to discover modern trends and practices in hospitality, food and culture.
OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT AND COST CONTROL
Engage with real clients on real hospitality events. In this subject you will work closely with your classmates to conceptualize, plan and implement an event for up to 200 guests. Working on events like weddings, functions, dinners and conferences, you will gain first hand experience in working for clients with high expectations. This will test your teamwork and project management skills.
EMBEDDED QUALIFICATIONS
Cocktail Making Certificate Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate First Aid Certificate Safe Food Handling Certificate Barista Certificate Sommelier Certificate
FEES & EXPENSES
Studying a degree is a big commitment in many ways, not least financially. You will need to consider tuition fees, living costs and other expenses such as transport, textbooks, food and accommodation.
The main expense will be tuition fees. Students studying a Bachelor course pay tuition fees on a trimester basis. Tuition fees are not payable during industry training trimesters unless part-time study has been arranged and students may be paid during industry training trimesters. You must complete all prerequisite subjects before starting your industry training. Similarly, postgraduate students pay tuition fees on a semester basis and tuition fees are not payable during the semester that you complete your industry training research project unless part-time study has been arranged.
WHY STUDY AT ICMS?
ICMS is connected with industry . The approach helps to work-integrated learning, emphasis on professionalism and comprehensive Industry Training program that will take your education beyond the classroom and provide the foundations of a successful career. The college is a community of aspiring professionals and it's objective is to make that professional transition a smooth one. This is done by working closely with you throughout your degree.
At ICMS your student experience will be unique. You’ll earn your qualification in a friendly multicultural environment at one of the world’s most stunning campus locations. Whether it’s industry, your lecturers, your peers, our alumni network, or the world, at ICMS you will make connections that will serve you long after you graduate.
Contact Information
151 Darley Road Manly Sydney NSW 2095 Australia
EMAIL:info@icms.edu.au
PHONE: Aus: 1800 657 572International: +61 (2) 9977 0333
FAX:+61 (2) 9977 0555
Friday, February 19, 2016
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| Griffith University |
Griffith was created to be a new kind of university since 1971,one that offered new degrees in progressive fields such as Asian studies and environmental science. At the time, these study areas were revolutionary today, they're more important than ever.
Since then,it has grown into a comprehensive, research-intensive university, ranking in the top 5% of universities worldwide. Our teaching and research spans five campuses in South East Queensland and all disciplines, while our network of more than 120,000 graduates extends around the world.
Griffith continues the progressive traditions of its namesake, Sir Samuel Walker Griffith, who was twice the Premier of Queensland, the first Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia, and the principal author of the Australian Constitution.
If you want the best tourism and hotel management education in Australia, then you'll want to study with Griffith Business School.
The Department of Tourism, Sport and Hotel Management was awarded the prestigious title of Australia's best tourism educator at the recent National Tourism Awards.The University also been inducted into the Queensland Tourism Hall of Fame, after winning the Tourism Education award three years in a row. And what's more we've won this title nine times in just over a decade.
So, why not study with the stars and join the ranks of in-demand Griffith tourism and hotel management graduates? Even when international tourism is down, Australia's tourism industry continues to grow, and you'll be in a perfect position to reap the rewards.
You'll have an internationally-recognized and accredited degree, the best available industry contacts and experience, top management skills and a thorough understanding of the culture, service and competitive aspects of the industry. It's just some of the things that make our tourism and hotel management degrees the best.
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Bachelor of Hospitality Management
The Program
VIU offers a four year Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree, which includes a two-year Hospitality Management diploma. Students have the option to graduate with the Hospitality Management diploma after two years, or go on to complete the additional two years to graduate with the Bachelor of Hospitality Management degree. Hospitality diploma graduates from VIU or other Canadian institutions have the option of entering directly into the third year of the Bachelor of Hospitality Management program. Culinary Arts diploma graduates from VIU or other Canadian institutions can enter the 3rd year of the degree program after completing a bridging semester.
The program will involve the learner in an internationalized curriculum as well as culturally-diverse professional and social environments. They will be engaged in activities that develop their skills to synthesize and solve problems in a global context. The program balances academic and applied skills by designing learning opportunities where learners apply theories in hospitality business simulated environments as well as in co-operative/internship placements.
Career Opportunities
The degree graduates will continue their career development into middle and senior management positions in the following employment settings:
- Resorts
- Hotels, Inns
- Food & Beverage services,Restaurants, Dining Rooms, Pubs, Institutional Food services
- Management Consulting Companies
The employment opportunities are varied:
- Supervisory/Management which require advanced planning and leadership skills.
- Independent entrepreneurs, there are many business opportunities in the Hospitality sector which the graduate might pursue.
- Hospitality Business Development organizations which plan, develop and operate new business.
- Hospitality training organizations/Human Resources Management positions.
- Sales and Marketing.
Admission Requirements
Students must apply for the degree program after successfully completing the Hospitality Management diploma program. Admission to the third year of the program is limited.
- General admission requirements apply.
- Prospective students must hold a minimum "C+" average grade for their completed diploma, with a minimum "C" grade in individual courses.
- Letter of support from faculty at the sending institution.
Admission Following Culinary Arts Diploma
Culinary Arts diploma graduates may apply to the Bachelor of Hospitality Management program and will be enrolled in a bridging semester to prepare for entry into the 3rd year of the Hospitality Management degree.
Transfer from other Institutions
- Students wishing to transfer to VIU, after completing two-year diploma programs in Hospitality, Resort Management or Administration, will be considered for block transfer into the third year of the program.
- Transfer students must satisfy VIU's Degree English Requirement prior to graduation. All students should consult with the Program Degree Advisor upon admission to the program.
Start Date and Application Deadline
The program starts in September and a limited intake in January. Applications are accepted between October 3 and March 31. For further information regarding late applications and program contacts check the Program Availability List.
Completion Requirements
The expected, normal time required to complete the degree program (years 3 and 4) will be two years for full-time students. Part-time students who may require a longer time to complete the program are encouraged to apply, as the department is committed to the provision of coursework through a variety of alternative methods (Prior Learning Assessment, online, evening, short intensive sessions).
Continuing Requirements/Minimum Sessional Grade Point Average
Students must maintain an average "C+", with a minimum "C" grade in any individual course in the program, and perform satisfactorily in work placement activity.
Students who fail to maintain these standards will be placed on academic probation for the following academic year. If the standards are not attained during the probationary year, the student will be asked to withdraw from the program for a minimum period of one academic year. The student may apply for probationary re-in statement after the withdrawal period, subject to available space.
Prior Learning Assessment
Students who have gained required skills, knowledge and competencies taught in the degree program in the Hospitality Industry may consider seeking recognition and assessment of their prior learning. Students who are successful in demonstrating prior learning to the extent required by the faculty will be granted appropriate credit toward the degree.
Work Placement Opportunities
Students in the third year of the degree will participate in either a Co-operative Education work term or an Internship. In order to receive a Co-operative Education designation, transfer students must have successfully completed two Co-op work terms in their diploma activity. Participation in the third Co-op work term is based on availability of space and academic performance with a minimum 3.0 (“B”) grade point average.
Special Expenses
Co-op Fees are due during the second month of each work term.
All fees and costs are subject to change without prior notice.
Program Outline
The Hospitality Management Degree students, during the third and fourth year, are required to complete the following courses:
- 12 required Hospitality/Tourism courses
- 2 Liberal Studies courses
- 3 upper-level Business/Management electives
- 3 open electives
- Co-operative education placement or Internship
Monday, February 15, 2016
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| Baur au Lac |
Zurich’s venerable hotel, Baur au Lac, boasts a history as breathtaking as its Alp and lakeside setting. Opened in 1844 by Johannes Baur, the property hosted the world-premiere of Wagner's Die Walküre, with Richard himself performing, and Alfred Nobel’s former secretary, Bertha von Suttner, conceived of the Nobel Peace Prize in one of the hotel’s salons. Today, a cast of royals, actors and musicians are drawn to the grande-dame hotel for its stunning views, private park on the lakeshore and location to Zurich's historic sites and the Bahnhofstrasse, a fabulous shopping street. Of the four dining rooms, the al fresco Terrasse restaurant is the city’s summer hot spot, where locals and guests flock to mingle over light meals, cocktails, and spectacular views from canopy-covered tables.
Features
Total Rooms: 75Business CenterFree MinibarGarageDVD & CD PlayersConciergeFitness CenterLakesideTotal Suites: 45Free WiFiWine ShopLimousine ServiceValet ParkingMeetings & EventsHistoric Landmark
Accommodations
Rooms
Junior suite
Features
Junior Suite facing the canal or courtyard, 50SQM,quiet location, king or twin, mostly with daylight marble bathroom, possibility to connect to double rooms and Junior Suites (upon request).
Deluxe double room
Deluxe Double room facing the city or courtyard, 30-35SQM, king or twin beds, mostly with daylight bathroom, flat screen tv with over 600 international channels.
Single room
Single room, city or courtyard ,25SQM, queen size bed, large working desk, marble bathroom. Available for one person only.
City suite
City suite facing the Cityside, 60SQM, separate living and bedroom, marble bathroom with daylight.
Deluxe river suite
Deluxe River Suite facing the Canalside, one bedroom and living room,110 SQM, separate kitchenette, flat screen TVs in all rooms incl. bathroom, marble bathroom with daylight, guest toilette. Located on the mezzanine.
deluxe junior suite facing the lakeside, 65 sqm/ 700 sqf, view towards the park featuresDeluxe Junior Suite, 65 SQM, spectacular view to the park and lake, flatscreen tv with over 600 international channels, daylight bathrooms, walk in wardrobe.
River suite
River Suite facing the Canalside, 65 SQM, separate living and bedroom, newly renovated, flat screen TV with over 600 international channels in all rooms including bathroom.
deluxe suite facing the lakeside,70sqm, separate living and bedroom features
Deluxe Suite facing the Lakeside
Newly renovated. Flat Screen TV with over 600 international channels in all rooms incl. bathroom. Possibility to connect to various suites.
Deluxe Corner Suite facing the Lake/Canalside
Deluxe Corner Suite facing the Lake/Canalside,in unique quiet location with spectacular view, 90 SQM, marble bathroom, guest toilet, flat screen TV with over 600 international channels. Possibility to connect with various suites.
Dining
At Pavillon, one of Zurich’s most celebrated restaurants, head chef Laurent Eperon offers modern interpretations of haute cuisine classics.
Pavillon
Pavillon head chef Laurent Eperon creates dynamic, global interpretations of classic dishes from French haute cuisine such as steak au poivre and turbot en papillote. Designed by star architect Pierre-Yves Rochon, the restaurant features a towering rotunda, vintage Lalique chandeliers and glass walls that look out onto a park. The Pavilion has been awarded one Michelin star and 17 Gault Millau points.
Rive Gauche
A dining institution for more than 100 years, the Baur au Lac Grill Room has been respectfully transformed into Rive Gauche, one of Zurich’s hottest restaurants. Chef Olivier Rais prepares light, Mediterranean-inspired fare like seafood, pasta and salads. The chic Rive Gauche Bar offers guests a glimpse into Zurich’s vibrant nightlife.
Location
In the heart of Zurich, Baur au Lac sits on its own private park with views of the lake and the Alps.
Shopping
The famous Bahnhofstrasse shopping area, with its renowned watch- and clockmakers and exclusive luxury stores, is just steps from the hotel.
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| HOTEL METROPOLE HANOI |
The Hotel Metropole Hanoi is an award-winning French colonial-style hotel lying in the heart of Hanoi, near Hoan Kiem Lake and the magnificent Opera House.
Boasting a classical white façade, green shutters, original wrought iron detail, wood paneling and a lush courtyard lawn, the hotel is one of the region’s few remaining hotels of its era.
Built in 1901 by two private French investors, the hotel quickly became the rendezvous point for colonial society in the first half of the century. Following Vietnamese independence in the 1950s, the new national government opted to maintain it as the official hotel for visiting VIP’s. During and after the war years, it became a base for press and diplomats.
90 years after it had risen so gloriously from the swamps of ancient Hanoi, the Thong Nhat Hotel was closed for the facelift of the century. Under the first phase, the existing hotel was refurbished over an eighteen-month period and reopened in March 1992, again called Hotel Metropole. The second phase started in 1994 when work commenced on the 135-room Opera Wing, and the four-storey Metropole Center office tower above it, both of which opened in late 1996. After the reconstruction of the new Club Rooms, replaced Metropole offices, the third phase will be fully finished end 2008. The Club Metropole Lounge and Imperial Suite, opened in May 2008, introduce an impressive new oasis of charm and luxury at Metropole Hanoi.
The hotel guest list over the past years has included the Presidents of USA, of France, of Switzerland, the Prince of Monaco, of Denmark, of Sweden, the King of Malaysia, the Duke of Gloucester, the Duke and Duchess of Bedford, the Prime Ministers from Australia, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, France, Canada, Nigeria, Norway and Vietnam, and important business delegations such as the World Presidents Organization, the Asia Leaders Forum, the 5th Asia-Europe Meeting, the APEC 2006 Leaders Week, as well as famous people like Catherine Deneuve, Charlie Chaplin, Jane Fonda, Stephen Hawking, Oliver Stone, Mick Jagger, Sir Roger Moore amongst others.It also includes a host of corporate heavyweights and to this day the hotel’s bars remain a haunt for international and local journalists wanting to pick up the latest business news.
Graham Greene Suite
Located on the second floor of the historic Metropole wing, the Graham Greene Suite is decorated in a classical French style with a touch of Indochina ambience. Elegant wood lamps, colonial armoires, antique ceiling fans and beautiful hand-made artworks, all work together to produce a luxurious and stately atmosphere - one fit for a president, a grand artist or a royal family member.You will enjoy a large entrance, a dining area with a conference table to seat six, two bedrooms (one with a king size bed, one with a double bed), a washroom and a charming bathroom with large pedestal sink and separate standing shower. Outside the window are scenic views of Paul Bert Park, dating back to 1900s and the beautiful European-style hundred-year-old Government Guesthouse.
- Located on the second floor with two balconies looking over the romantic Hanoi’s French quarter
- 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
- Inter-connected with Luxury room
- Original wooden floor
- Sofitel luxury bedding
- Elegant living room with dining table
- Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
- Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod
Charlie Chaplin Suite
Located on the third floor of the historic Metropole wing, the Charlie Chaplin Suite is a romantic haven to spend cherished moments and create memories with that special someone. An elegant living room with antique style furniture evokes the feeling of a bygone era. A luxurious sofa invites you to relax and large louvre windows looking onto the peaceful French quarter add to the suites unique appeal. Additionally, a collection of Chaplin portraits hang from the wall and a series of Chaplin’s movies are provided to surround you with the memories of this well-known artist. When you are ready to turn in for the day, our warm and comfortable queen-size bed will lull you to sleep. And, a recently restored, marble-appointed bathroom offers additional luxury.
- Located on the third floor of the historic Metropole wing
- 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
- Elegant living room with luxurious sofa and dining table
- Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
- Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod
Somerset Maugham Suite
Located on the first floor of the historic Metropole wing, overlooking the hotel garden, Somerset Maugham Suite is ideal for discerning guests who desire convenience in a grand atmosphere. This suite consists of a spacious living room, an elegant bedroom, a washroom and a luxurious bathroom with separate standing shower. It has been exquisitely furnished with great attention to detail. The interior presents a refined Indochina charm. A color selection of white, cream, gold and brown is accented with original honey-oak wooden floors. In addition, the suite offers a dining room table, which is perfect for entertaining or for small intimate meetings. Broadband Internet access and telephone with voice mail are just a few of the amenities featured in this suite.
- Located on the first floor of the historic Metropole wing, overlooking hotel garden
- 70 m2 recently renovated in a traditional style of French classical architecture blended with Vietnamese flair
- Elegant living room with luxurious sofa and dining table
- Fantastic bathroom with Jacuzzi and standing shower
- Equipped with Hermes amenities, original wooden floor, Sofitel luxury bedding, Broadband Internet access, LCD with DVD and iPod
MetroPole Wing
Luxury rooms
- Located in the historic Metropole Wing, the Luxury Rooms showcase a richly cultured interior décor that is distinctive of 1920s France, with hardwood floors and mahogany furnishings.
- Located in the historic Metropole wing
- 32m² recently renovated in a French classical architecture blending with Vietnamese flair
- Sofitel MyBed with queen and twin size bedding
- Natural wooden floor
- Flat screen TV with DVD player
- Broadband Internet access
- Individual air-conditioning control
- In-room safety box
- Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
- Shower & bathtub
Grand Luxury Rooms
Lustrous Vietnamese silk, ceramic lamps and rice-paper wall lanterns lend a touch of Asian sophistication to the Grand Luxury Rooms, while a Victorian daybed by the wall-to-wall window is ideal for lounging with your favourite novel.
- Located in the historic Metropole wing
- 37m² recently renovated in a French classical architecture blending with Vietnamese flair
- Sofitel MyBed with queen and twin size bedding
- Natural wooden floor
- Flat screen TV with DVD player
- Broadband Internet access
- Individual air-conditioning control
- In-room safety box
- Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
- Fantastic bathroom with separate standing shower
- Opera WIng
- Premium rooms
Premium Rooms
Premium Rooms showcase lofty, bright interiors with elegantly finished timber floors. With open-plan design and outfitted with French windows, the living area offers an ideal space for relaxation after a day of shopping and sightseeing. Bedecked in white marble tiles, the bathroom features a cast-iron bathtub and luxurious amenities.
- Located in the Opera wing
- 32m² newly renovated with neo-classical interior
- Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
- Wooden floor
- Flat screen TV with DVD player
- Broadband Internet access
- Individual air-conditioning control
- In-room safety box
- Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
- Contemporary bathroom
Premium Rooms with garden
The Premium Rooms showcase lofty, bright interiors with elegantly finished timber floors. With open-plan design and outfitted with French windows, the living area offers an ideal space for relaxation after a day of shopping and sightseeing. Bedecked in white marble tiles, the bathroom features a cast-iron bathtub and luxurious amenities. Premium room patio includes 2m² terrace, opening into a garden feature.
- Located in the Opera wing
- 32m² newly renovated wit neo-classical interior
- 2m² terrace, opening into a garden feature
- Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
- Wooden floor
- Flat screen TV with DVD player
Prestige Suites
Located in the Opera Wing, the Prestige Suites are newly renovated and consist of one bedroom and one small living room offering the neo-classical interior design. Some suites can be inter-connected to a Grand Premium room or Premium room. The 64 m2 rooms are in contemporary style using luxurious wood and fabrics, bright colors and are equipped with Bose Sound Dock system, iPod, broadband Internet access and flat screen TV with DVD player.
- Located in the Opera wing
- 24-hours butler service
- 64m² newly renovated with neo-classical interior
- Sofitel MyBed luxury bedding
- Wooden floor
- Broadband Internet access, flat screen TV with DVD player
- iPod and Bose SoundDock system
- Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, eveing cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
- Large bathroom with separate standing shower
Grand Prestige Suites
Grand Prestige Suite, pride of the Club Metropole, has been created to ensure guests utmost comfort in a contemporary, yet luxurious atmosphere. Enjoy the latest level of technology equipment within the historic charm of our colonial hotel.
Approximately 200 square meters, featuring ambient lighting it creates a fantastic retreat. Digital Bose surround sound, a large plasma TV’s, a comfortable lounge, library and office area, one Master bedroom, one connecting Grand Premium Room, individual spa room, dining area for 8 people, magnificent bathroom with French standing bathtub and steam shower, nightly drinks from the full open bar and around the clock Butler service; all feature, making this the most exclusive residence in the Hotel. The Grand Prestige suite is truly the ultimate expression of luxury and opulence at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi.
- 200 square meters (including the connecting room) located on the 6th floor of the Opera wing
- 1 Master Bedroom
- 1 Connecting Club Room
- Library and office area
- Digital Bose surround sound, a Large plasma TV
- Comfortable lounge
- Dining area for 8 persons
- Personalized & professional Butler service around the clock
- Hotel garden view (courtyard)
- Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, evening cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
- Magnificent Bathroom with french Standing Bathtub, Steam Shower
- Individual Spa Room
Grand Premium Rooms
Occupying the Club Floor of the Opera Wing, the Grand Premium Rooms epitomise a world of cultured sophistication and creative luxury. The sensual interior, bedecked with luxurious wood, black leather, velvet and marble, is generously proportioned with an open-plan design that flows seamlessly from the living sleeping and working areas to the spa bathroom complete with period-inspired claw-foot tub.
Club Floor guests enjoy extra privileges in the exclusive Club Lounge, including daily international newspapers, use of business facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi connection, breakfast, high tea, evening cocktails, and more.
- Located in the Opera wing
- 24-hours butler service
- 48m² elegantly refurbished with timeless decor
- Designed with wooden floor, Sofitel MyBed
- Broadband Internet access, flat screen TV with DVD player
- Club Floor benefits include breakfast, internet, evening cocktails, meeting space, local call, tea & coffee...
- Beautiful bathroom with classical bathtub and separate standing shower
Bars
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has a choice of bars as well as restaurants. Each with a distinct personality, decor and ambiance.These locations allow guests to experience the hotel in a slightly different way depending on the time of day or their personal preference.
La Terrasse
At La Terrasse, inspired by the famous Parisian cafés, visitors are plunged into the heart of Hanoi's bustling urban life. Observing passers-by, reading the papers, sipping a glass of Perrier, time slips by imperceptibly. Café furniture, antique ceiling fans and the street life, a whiff of France wafting right in the heart of Vietnam.
Le Club
The Gallic ambiance at the Club Bar varies according to the time of day. With live jazz in the evenings, guests sample exceptional grand crus or the ultimate classic cocktails.
And every day, between 3:00 and 6:00 pm, an irresistible chocolate buffet opens in the Club Bar. Praline, ganache, éclairs, mille-feuille pastries, chocolate fountain, a selection of every imaginable kind of French pâtisseries and delectable chocolate in every shapes and forms… Its reputation has spread well beyond the borders of Vietnam.
Bamboo Bar
The Bamboo Bar with its local-style roof and wooden floor is an ideal spot to relax beside the delightful swimming pool with a refreshing cocktail. The casual setting of this poolside venue invites guests to unwind with the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi signature Graham Greene Martini. Adjacent to le Club, Bamboo Bar serves light snacks, gourmet ice creams, desserts, fruit juices, coffees, teas and refreshing cocktails.
Restaurants
Three menus, three experiences, three essential Hanoi references… The three Metropole restaurants are all famous dining venues, each offering a different and exotic experience: the traditional Beaulieu, the best of France on the far side of the world, the authentic Spices Garden, the ultimate in Vietnamese gastronomy, and Angelina, the Italian wine bar, the capital’s latest hotspot.
Le Beaulieu
Renowned for its exquisite French cuisine - perfectly crafted in both flavour and presentation - multi-award winning Le Beaulieu has for over a century been the venue of dazzling soirées and sublime Sunday brunches. Wine connoisseurs will find pleasure in Le Beaulieu's impressive wine list featuring selections by our passionate Head Sommelier.
One hundred years old like the hotel, this mythical dining destination frequented by war correspondents (Graham Greene, Lucien Bodart...) and also politicians, entrepreneurs and diplomats is directed by head chef Nicholas Shadbolt. The decor is a unique Sofitel blend of Indochinese ambiance and French sophistication: marble and wooden parquet floors, large windows overlooking the street, soft breeze wafting from the ceiling fans, lit by chandeliers at nightfall… One of the finest wine cellars in Hanoi, housing over 100 grands crus, excellent champagne and vintage French and New World wines, a symbol of French heritage.
Spices Garden
Vietnamese culinary tradition redefined with French flair. Enjoy views of the lush gardens courtyard and swimming pool. Embark on an adventure of the palette with the exotic flavours of Hanoi's bustling cuisine, with "pho" noodle soup, tender spicy barbequed pork and the freshest of garden vegetables, spices and herbs.
Chef Van, who has been working in The Metropole kitchens for 17 years and familiar with all the secrets of traditional Vietnamese recipes, such as Pho, the very popular Vietnamese soup that one can buy from vendors on every street corner in Hanoi. Every lunch, there is a spectacular buffet: overflowing with a multitude of entrées and main courses. With cutting edge decor, candy colours and new veranda, dinner at the Spices Garden is a whole new experience, revealing the many different facets of Vietnamese cuisine and its finest specialties from both North and South. Spring rolls from the north, prawns with lemongrass from Hue region, Saigon chicken, plus an infinite variety of ways of preparing beef including a recipe formerly used for cooking tiger meat. Utterly unique, from its decor to the quality of the cuisine, this restaurant astonishes even Vietnamese guests.
Angelina
The concept of "wining and dining" comes to life at Hanoi's most chic Italian restaurant and lounge. With avant-garde design, a "who's who" guest list, live DJ music and a wine cellar filled with rare vintages and top-shelf labels, Angelina is the venue for sumptuous cuisine, champagne cocktails, and evening soirées to remembered.
Angelina at the Hotel Metropole Hanoi has recruited one of Macao's finest Italian chefs, Ivan Negro, to supply some panache to the city's Italian aspirations. More than just a restaurant, Angelina is Hanoi’s hip hotspot! Where all Hanoi meets up to sample wine, Italian spirits, new and original cocktails, martinis and rare cigars. Often a crowd of over 100 people gather outside on the pavement to wait for a table, an eclectic population, a cross-section of society including travellers of all nationalities, officials and local celebrities, Hanoi’s most fashionable hairdresser, the deputy director of the hotel… No two nights are ever the same at Angelina– it’s all about spontaneity. This Italian restaurant and wine bar is now the place to be in Hanoi for anyone who looking for an exceptional wining and dining experience with creative conceptual cuisine. Colourful and attractive, the food is a reflection of the setting.
Fitness
The So FIT by Sofitel centre in the hotel's inner garden, directly accessible from the pool, has been completely redesigned to become the primary luxury fitness centre in Vietnam, exclusively reserved for hotel guests.
So Fit
The So FIT by Sofitel centre in the hotel's inner garden, directly accessible from the pool, has been completely redesigned to become the primary luxury fitness centre in Vietnam.
The So FIT area has been completely revamped to become the n° 1 Luxury fitness centre in Vietnam, exclusively reserved for hotel guests. The Metropole specially ordered Life Fitness bikes and Lifestride advanced cardiovascular equipment in addition to running treadmill, elliptical bikes and step machines. Each machine is equipped with its own LCD television allowing the guest to exercise while watching the news or favourite tv program. Personal training services are available from So FIT staff.
Relaxation
The Metropole latest addition, Le Spa is one of the essential features of a Sofitel Legend today. Le Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to well-being, disconnected from the outside world, ideal for recharging body and soul.
Le Spa Du Metropole
The Metropole latest addition, Le Spa is one of the essential features of a Sofitel Legend today. Veritable antidote to frenetic urban agitation, the stress of daily life or a long voyage, Le Spa is a sanctuary dedicated to well-being, disconnected from the outside world, ideal for recharging body and soul.
Opened in July 2009, Le Spa du Metropole is a tastefully decorated slice of heaven, one that welcomes guests to royal spa treatment and respite from the grueling workday. Located in the centre of the hotel, Le Spa combines the relaxing atmosphere of a select luxury hotel, and the practical amenities of city life. In about 400 square metre space, Le Spa offers 2 therapy booths, 2 thematic spa suites for couples, 4 individually designed spa suites, one foot massage booth, a humid zone with steam bath, sauna and showers, a relaxation room, hall and reception. The treatments combine ancient beauty secrets and holistic rituals from the East, artfully blended with contemporary methods of the West, using Clarins and Ytsara spa products complemented by exclusive oil blends created by Laurent Severac, a French renowned perfumer. Specially, Ytsara is only used in 5 star hotel and luxury spa in Asia. And therapists of ACCOR also invented 7 exclusive spa treatments which will give you the unparalleled tranquility and a luxurious experience that is uniquely Metropole. Well-being cocktails and delicious spa cuisine are also available. A combination of spa treatments and healthy cuisine to rediscover harmony.
Come experience the soothing sounds, rejuvenating aromas, and relaxing touches of Le Spa du Metropole, a sanctuary disconnected from the outside world—perfect for recharging the mind, body and soul.
- Broadband Internet access
- Individual air-conditioning control
- In-room safety box
- Mini-bar with complimentary tea & coffee
- Contemporary bathroom
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