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Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a slew of “romantic “and
“unforgettable” packages offered by hotels and resorts all over the
world. Ahead of the February 14th, a survey by
U.S.
travel portal kayak.com reveals the sordid hotel deeds and confessions
of some 1,143 travelers it polled. Some surprising revelations about
hotel habits and this little thing called love…
 •26.3% of respondents said hotel rooms put them in the mood for
lurrrve. 39.2% ventured that it really depended on who they were
with while a pragmatic 23.7% were inclined to just call “a hotel room
a hotel room”. A further 3.4% answered that the state of the bathroom
was an important factor.
•45.3% had booked a hotel for a random romantic rendezvous with their
partners, 7.3% had checked in with someone other than their
partner(!), 13.5% only did it for Valentine’s Day or a special
occasion, while 33.9% conceded that hotels do nothing for them.
• An overwhelming 58% of respondents named Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie
as their fantasy hotel mates while the remainder votes were split
among couples made up of pop stars Gavin Rossdale and Gwen Stefani,
NFL quarterback Tom Brady and his supermodel girlfriend Gisele
Bundchen and music power players Jay-Z and Beyonce.
•45.1 % thought it only appropriate to go on a holiday with a partner
after three months into a relationship, 27.5% conceded six months was
the right time, 15.4% would rather wait a year or longer while eager
beavers constituted 12.0%, saying one month or less would suit them
just fine.
•9.2% confessed to having booked a hotel room by the hour before.
One to watch
 Anantara Seminyak
Bali
Bali lovers who can’t get enough of the lovely
island can look forward to the opening of the Anantara Bali in
Seminyak this month. This marks the luxury resort’s first foray into
Indonesia after launching successful properties in Koh Samui, Hua Hin,
The Golden Triangle and the Maldives.
Designed by the same people behind The Bale in Nusa Dua, the Anantara
Bali’s décor places special emphasis on the panoramic views of the
Indian Ocean its unique location offers. Extensive glass paneling and
floor-to-ceiling windows are the property’s pride, a design element
that ensures those spectacular waterscapes are never far from sight.
All 59 suites boast stunning sea views, all the frills of a
self-respecting luxury abode (expansive lounging spaces, Bose sound
system, expresso machine(!), Wi-Fi access) and two tubs,
including a terrazzo one on the private balcony of each suite,
perfect for soaking in the views.
And where one or two pools may suffice for lesser properties, Anantara
has three, including an infinity edge gem looking over the ocean
vista. Also on site are an Anantara Spa, a fully equipped gym and
three restaurants.
The resort’s convenient location also offers convenient access to
Seminyak’s selection of fashionable watering holes and restaurants,
but really, why bother? The joint itself has its own slick spot for
the party-hearty. Retreat to its stylish Rooftop Lounge for the best
Bali sunsets and a spread of creative cocktails
served up by its resident mixologist, set to smooth grooves by a
revolving cast of international DJs.
The
Anantara Resort Seminyak, Bali is scheduled to open Feb 2008. For reservations and
enquiries, visit www.anantara.com.
Economy concerns
It’s possible to sit pretty in economy now without feeling like your
back’s giving out, or that your knees may buckle and deep vein
thrombosis may set in anytime.
Ushering what might hopefully be a whole new era for economy travelers,
Cathay Pacific has introduced a new seating technology in economy
class onboard all its flights.
The LiveBack technology by Steelback, a US-based manufacturer of office
environments, reduces the chance or lower bag sag and a hunched
posture by enables shape changing, mimicking
spinal adjustments for different positions.
“Economy class travel will be revolutionized by our new cabin design.
In a world first, we have adapted technology usually associated with
Business Class to re-establish personal space in Economy Class
travel,” said Sarah Blomfield, Product Manager of Cathay Pacific.
“Our new fixed back design allows a passenger to recline without
intruding on those seated behind. The uniquely contoured back and the
relocation of the literature pocket have also increased the space
available for legs and knees.”
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