Archive for January, 2011

Malaysia Hotel

01.09.11

If your looking for Malaysian hotels offering discounts there are plenty of them on the search engines. Usually these site will offer cheap hotel packages in Malaysia either for singles or groups tours. You have to be consistent in pre-checking some of these sites especially before the school holidays periods between November – December and June – July. Its best to book in advance due to a surge of people intending to travel during these months. Not only will you avoid disappointment of not getting a room in the hotel of your choice but you will also tend to get fairly cheap hotel deals sometimes up to 50% discounts if you’re pre-booked your rooms during the off-peak periods.

Some sites do offer package deals of flights and hotels but for those who are more adventurous there are lots of good, cheap, exclusive and luxurious hotels scattered around Malaysian states. Some popular destination aside from Kuala Lumpur includes Penang, Kuching, Malacca, Langkawi, Johor and Pangkor. These places have a wide variety of hotels, chalets and even stay in homes where you can enjoy the warmth of the local people. It would be best to visit the village are during the Hari Raya Puasa period also during the month of Ramadan where Muslims all over the world undergo their obligatory fast. There are lots of unique and delicious food to savor and the people practice “open house” where they cordially invites everyone to visit their homes to savor the delicacies that have been prepared especially for Aidil Fitri.

Interior Design for Hotel Rooms

01.08.11

Decorating a hotel room can be a complicated affair. In essence it’s a bedroom, but it’s not part of a family home and as such it is not personal – so it shouldn’t really be personalised. The first part of the design process is to decide on an overall style, and here you need to look to your target market: who are your guests and what would they expect for the price they are paying? In this article we’ll take a look at one simple way to change the style of a guest room, to make it more contemporary with a clean business-like feel. This would make it appealing for the business market, but also for young couple on a weekend break. The aim is to provide a warm welcome, but not to the extent of feeling cosy. Cosy isn’t business like or contemporary.

Curtains and the use of heavy-patterned fabrics are among the central elements of a cosy look. Of course there’s always a place for cosy, but not always in a business-oriented hotel.

Blinds provide a quick and cost-effective means to change a room from cosy to clean, sharp lines. They can be bought in a variety of modern, opaque colours, which avoid the cosy feel of patterned fabrics.

Roller blinds are the most widely used type of blinds. The fittings are simple and cheap to install compared to curtains, and colours can still be used to match or contrast with bedding and furnishings. Roller blinds also offer flexibility, in that they can be used to provide shade without being fully closed. Their main appeal, though, is that they feel homely and yet still contemporary.

Vertical blinds are increasingly popular. They give a modern feel, but they are also somewhat associated with their use in office space and as such can give a feel of cold efficiency to a room.

Roman blinds are made from a single piece of fabric that folds itself as it is raised. They certainly avoid any appearance of coldness, but they do need washing from time to time, whereas roller and vertical blinds do not.

Venetian blinds are very popular, but tend to generally be used in kitchens and bathrooms.

Pleated blinds are similar to Venetian, but instead of being made of individual slats they are made from a single piece that folds in pleats as the blinds are raised.

Group Hotel Negotiations

01.07.11

In today’s uncertain economy, hotels have experienced a couple of their leanest years, and thus have been far more adaptable to the needs and requirements of groups than before. They have offered additional concessions, reducing their profit margins in areas that best work for their hotels and their specific market conditions. Competent negotiators have been able to secure better than typical agreements with hotels during this period for that reason. The fourth quarter of 2010 showed somewhat of an upturn for many hotels and hotel chains, with both group bookings and hotel occupancy rates higher.

Rightly so, most hotels are still nervous about how conditions such as the economy, energy prices, etc., will impact them. They still worry about the high joblessness rates, as well as the cost of doing business. They still have not, in most cases, actually witnessed a continuous return to the occupancy rates of a few years ago. While some hotels may be starting to take a firmer negotiating stance, most would rather have a “bird in the hand,” than lose potential revenue. This means that the top tier of negotiators will still be able to effectively get concessions from hotels, although the mediocre or average ones may have a far harder time. Better negotiators know what hotels want and expect, and understand the need to work with hotels as “partners,” while still getting the most value for the organization or group he represents.

As someone with over three decades of hotel negotiating experience and expertise, having negotiated effectively for groups from forty to several thousand, I have been urging organizations to “take advantage” of the next few months to negotiate as far in advance as they are able to, because the negotiating position will probably be better than it will be next year. Obviously, nobody has a crystal ball, but if all the projections, and internal hotel policy discussions are correct, it is most likely that most properties will take a far tougher stand regarding concessions, etc., than they will now.

Buenos Aires District Hotel Guide

01.06.11

Trying to decide where you will stay while in Buenos Aires can be a big decision. There are numerous distinctive neighbourhoods in the city; all offering their own advantages and beautiful attractions. In each of these neighbourhoods you will find a number of excellent hotels to choose from. The district in which you choose to stay will often depend upon your own personal tastes.

San Telmo is one of the most popular districts in Buenos Aires. As one of the more historic districts in the city, this area is perfect for history buffs. In the local area you will find a number of excellent shops as well as restaurants. If you like architecture, you will be certain to love the many interesting hoteles en Buenos Aires situated in this district.

Puerto Madero is only a short stroll away from San Telmo. This is the old docklands district that has now been completely renovated. It is popular for its number of excellent restaurants and also as a nightlife district. There are many high quality restuarants to choose from here. While there is not a large number of hotels here, there are plenty of good hotel options.

The chicest district in Buenos is Palermo. Here, you will find plenty of sidewalk cafes as well as upscale clothing boutiques. There are also numerous restaurants and bars. Palermo is home to a number of small, boutique hotels as well. This neighbourhood is often a popular choice with younger visitors.

Situated between Recoleta, Puerto Madero and El Centro you will find Retiro. This is an upmarket area and you will find plenty of excellent Buenos Aires hotels in this area. If you are looking to be away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you might wish to consider Constitucion. It is a little out of the way, but you may be able to find lower priced Buenos Aires hotels here and get away from the noise of the city.

Throughout the city you will find plenty of hotel options, including private rentas ciudad de Buenos Aires, if you are looking for additional privacy. Wherever you decide to stay in the city, you can be certain to find a rentas Buenos Aires that will fit your needs and your budget.

Cosmos Hotel Taipei

01.05.11

Cosmos Hotel Taipei is conveniently located beside Taipei Main Station at exit of M3 Expressway. It is also located beside Taipei Railway station which is an interchange for the metro trains to switch to other train service lines. From here, we can conveniently travel to any of the landmarks such as Dan Shui, Ximending, Taipei City Hall and Daping Lin. It really saves the hassle of switching transportation services.

The hotel is a 40 minute drive from the international airport. The Cosmos Hotel facilities put the pursuit of both business and pleasure within easy reach. The hotel staff provides the finest possible service, allowing guests to enjoy hotel luxury with all the comforts of home. Shopping and entertainment options are literally to be found on the doorstep of the hotel and guests can explore the city by car or on foot.

The hotel itself is a 15 level tower with 2 basement floors. There are 226 rooms at the hotel which continue the classical elegance of the hotel’s public space. Standard international amenities are included in each room. The overall decor is a classical modern, with business and leisure amenities. Those looking to relax will enjoy the golf course, games room, 12 KTV rooms, and fitness space.

Business travelers have the 17th floor to themselves, with business suites and conference space there. The banquet and conference facilities can handle up to 1,500 guests. The front desk can make travel arrangements or arrange for translators. A number of dining establishments are on site, with the largest being the Chinese restaurant on the 2nd and 3rd floors.

Nevertheless, choosing a hotel is like choosing a home to most people due to the simple reason that most people want their hotel to be “home away from home”. Finding such hotels in the big cities like Taipei is not an easy task. Whether you are a regular business traveler or a visitor of Taipei, theĀ Cosmos Hotel TaipeiĀ is definitely one of the best hotels to pick. Staying in a hotel placed right in the middle makes travelling to all major landmarks time-saving and convenient.