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Top 10 Things We Like About Airbnb

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Airbnb

What do you think of when you travel? Whether air tickets are within your budget, or if taxis are exorbitant to hire? What about accommodation? What are your thoughts when it comes to your bed (and breakfast)?

There is no lack of properties to put up at wherever you travel to, because tourism has evolved and the world is definitely chalking up on the supply to meet the demands. And if you ask us, accommodation attributes largely to your overall experience – whatever kind of holiday you take.

While we love our huge beds and fluffy sheets of commercialised hotels, we enjoy blending in to local cultures and truly experience living like a local. Which is why we have been such believers of Airbnb. In our recent trip to Italy, all our accommodations were booked via Airbnb and we could not be more pleased with the experience.

Venice apartment

For the uninitiated, Airbnb www.airbnb.com.sg is a booking website that offers accommodations all over the world and they are uniquely localized – think staying in a local’s summer house, with the entire apartment to yourself. You have the whole master bedroom to yourself, you can watch TV in the living room, you can cook breakfast, you can do your laundry…

Today, we share with you 10 reasons why we love Airbnb so much, and as we wrote this post, we were already counting down to our next Airbnb experience!

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5 Ways Hoteliers Can Be Better Employers

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How Hotels can be better

In our line of work, we meet people from the hotel industry a lot – Marketing Managers, Rooms Managers, Housekeeping staff, F&B staff… and while people in this industry are generally more exuberant, it is actually by no surprise that more often than not, they speak of their lethargy, unhappiness and lack of motivation too. And why is that so? Because only they are unsung heroes working hard behind the scenes. Their working hours are longer than usual, weekends and public holidays are always sacrificed; on the corporate side, promotions can be slow and remuneration is not very much better.

So what it takes to stay on is the sheer passion and love for the industry. But everyone gets worn out someday, somewhere. And can employers improve the situation for these staff, and up their happiness level to improve the overall productivity and sense of satisfaction?

Yes. They can. They sure can. Today, we look at five simple ways Hoteliers can refer to and reflect upon, to be better employers and to create a better workplace so as to keep your employees happy at work, and to attract more talents in to your property:

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25 Reasons to Love Tokyo

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Tokyo travel guide

Tokyo is fascinating in more than a million ways, and we would jet off to that Japanese city in a heart beat. And do we even need a reason to do so?

Not at all, we’d say. But if we must, Tokyo is where anyone and everyone can be inspired by anything and everything. From their incredible food, splendiferous culture and history, amazingly friendly and polite citizens, and even world-class toilets, we really think it is impossible to not fall in love!

If you haven’t been, we are here to share our favourites about Tokyo, and we hope this list of 25 Reasons Why We Love Tokyo will activate the bigger wanderlust bug in you and have you book a flight out on your next leave. For those who are already fans, let’s take a moment in time to reminisce all the good that Tokyo has brought to our soul:

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Singapore’s Top 37 Chinese Restaurants

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Singapore's Best Chinese Restaurants

The Chinese love their cuisine and socializing with friends, families and business associates is a big part of their lives and culture. Dining out is hence an indulgence and an essential – Peking duck, suckling pig, roast chicken, fresh seafood, double boiled soups…

There is no lack of good Chinese restaurants here in our sunny island, and Singapore is always in the spotlight for impressive Chinese cuisine. Whether you prefer the traditional style and ambience, or an occasion calls for fine dining, we’ve got that covered.

In this feature, we handpicked and present 37 of the best Chinese restaurants in Singapore for you. And the next time your boss wants you to plan a corporate lunch, or you need an outlet to celebrate your Granny’s birthday, or whenever you want to seek solace in the fine and intricate world of Chinese flavours, you have these restaurants to add to your list.

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10 Things That Will Make You Fall in Love With Kyoto

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Kyoto Travel Guide

Kyoto is not the top-of-the-mind city to visit when people talk about a holiday to Japan. Is it because people do not understand how beautiful that city is, or do people not prefer the less cosmopolitan part of Japan? The ancient capital of Japan is one with so much hidden charm, so much to discover, so much to experience and take home; everywhere seemed to speak of some sort of mojo.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Maybe it takes a little more understanding about Kyoto, maybe it takes more postcards to entice you and to show you what an adventure the city can offer. For starters, here is our take on 10 things that will make you fall in love with Kyoto:

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5 Food Destinations in Barcelona that You Must Dine At

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Barcelona Restaurants Guide

Spain is indeed unlike any country that I had ever visited; its rich tradition and interesting culture can never be mimicked nor replaced. Spanish cuisine is such a joy to explore! My gastronomical odyssey across Barcelona was a fulfilling one as I dug into fragrant paella and tranches of fresh seafood tapas.

I have listed 5 must-visit restaurants in Barcelona, from an internationally acclaimed tapas bar with over 100 years of history to a relatively new designer ice cream stop that is taking Barcelona by storm.

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10 Things We Love about The Westin Singapore’s The Brunch Beats

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Westin Singapore The Brunch Beats

Introducing the coolest Sunday champagne brunch in Singapore… The Brunch Beats (S$158++/pax) at Seasonal Tastes, The Westin Singapore. With Dutch DJ Lindo Martinez spinning cosmopolitan tunes and deep house grooves, indulge in an amazing spread with free flow of Veuve Clicquot champagne, wines, beers, and cocktails. Spend your Sundays in an unparalleled gourmet world – from daily bakes, to salad assortments, to the freshest catch from the ocean, to roasts and vegetables… we just wish we had the stomach to try everything. So, go with an empty stomach – and we mean it.

Seasonal Tastes’ culinary and service team all work with a uniform passion – a passion to serve their best to you. The chef always listens to his guests, and is always improving on the spread to best pamper everyone’s palate.

At S$42++ for lunch buffet, it is quite an unbeatable price. To add to that, the spread is extremely satisfying, and we could really eat to our hearts’ content without busting our budgets. Dinner buffet is priced at S$62++ – an amazing spread that is unrivalled and definitely among the most affordable hotel buffet dinners. You get to indulge in your array of seafood (seafood lovers have to go on Fridays because that is Seafood Night S$75++) and free-flow of roasts and sushi, while you unwind and enjoy your evening with the company of an unobstructed view of the Marina.

Seasonal Tastes Buffet

And if you do not mind the splurge, how about treating yourself to The Brunch Beats at Seasonal Tastes? Easily one of the bests in town, and for one, if you have ever been to heaven, this is twice as nice.

Here are 10 things we love about The Brunch Beats at Seasonal Tastes, The Westin Singapore.

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10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Boracay At Least Once in Your Life

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Boracay Guide

Boracay is truly Philippines’ paradise, and it is the best beach in Asia that we have ever stepped foot on – yet. Every morning, we woke up to awe-inspiring views of the White Beach; palm trees swayed and seemingly orchestrated a symphony, azure waters still and calm, sands as white as cotton fluffs, heaven and earth merged. Nothing lingers in the mind more than this picturesque sight, and we could use hours just daydreaming and frolicking by the beach.

Here are 10 reasons why you should visit Boracay at least once in your life.

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