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Destinations in Asia - WRBL

Bangkok Bangkok With its intense humidity, hedonistic nightclubs and hurly-burly taxiing of tuk-tuks, Bangkok is an exhilarating attack on the senses. Beijing Beijing Nowhere is China's rapid progress and rich imperial history more tangible, but in a city so enormous, it's the little experiences that are most memorable Hanoi Hanoi Hanoi ranks among the world's most attractive and interesting cities. Originally named Thang Long or "City of the Ascending Dragon," the city was first the capital of Vietnam in A.D. 1010. Hong Kong Hong Kong One of the most striking characteristics of Hong Kong is the interweaving of seeming contradictions and the interplay of the exotic and the technically advanced. Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur is the most modern and developed city in Malaysia, with contemporary high-rises and world-class hotels, glitzy shopping malls, and international cuisine. Kyoto

Tourism Destination Investment Conference details announced

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The conference will take place in October Details of the forthcoming Asia Pacific Tourism Destination Investment Conference have been announced.  The conference, which will take place from 21-23 October in Singapore, will focus on looking into the potential investment opportunities that are arising from the growing tourism market, while also discussing environmental and social issues too. The conference is attended by over 500 industry executives and acts as a partner event to TravelRave, part of a week-long events programme offered by the Singapore Tourism Board. For more details click here.

Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort to Open in One of Asia’s Premier Resort Destinations

HONG KONG & CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the official opening of Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort, located in one of Southeast Asia's premier resort locations. Developed by Kamala Bay Ventures – wh ich through its affiliates also owns Park Hyatt Siem Reap and Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa – Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort is the first Hyatt-branded property in Phuket and the second Hyatt resort in Thailand, following Hyatt Regency Hua Hin. "Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort is strategically located in one of Southeast Asia's top holiday and tourist spots, which will establish Hyatt's brand presence in this highly sought after resort market," said Larry Tchou, Group President of Asia Pacific, Hyatt Hotels Corporation. "Our Hyatt Regency properties aim to create a distinct experience for guests by catering to their individual needs and allowing them to connect and recharge,