Taiwan: Grand Hyatt Taipei
A Grand Experience Grand Hyatt Taipei’s Grand Club is the answer to a business traveller’s prayers, writes Anthony van Dyck 12 March 2018 Travelling overseas on business is always an ordeal. Despite the potential Continue Reading
Taiwan: Miramar Garden
Miramar Garden Taipei boasts a classic European architectural design. The high-ceilinged lobby, spacious guest rooms, varied cuisine and fitness facilities, including a Vigor Health Club, swimming pool and meeting and conference rooms, go a long way towards satisfying the demands of the holidaymaker and the business traveler. You can enjoy Miramar Garden Taipei’s buffet at Continue Reading
Taiwan: Grand View Resort
Grand View Resort stands at the foot of YangMing mountain in the Beitou hot springs resort and is the only 5-star hotel in the district. C.Y. Lee, the architect of Taipei 101, was responsible for the planning of the buildings, using logs and stones together with titanium plated metal and natural plants and ingeniously integrated Continue Reading
Taiwan: Beyond Taipei
Taiwan is located at the convergence of four tectonic plates, resulting in high mountain ranges down the length of the island. On the east coast, these drop steeply into the Pacific Ocean while the flat west coast is home to all of the country’s major cities. There are 272 peaks of at least 3,000m and Continue Reading
Taiwan: Getting around
Taipei is very easy to get around. One of the easiest, cheapest and most reliable ways is the subway or MRT. Built since the turn of the century, it is world-class, comprehensive, clean and reliable. Announcements, signage and maps in English make it particularly simple. As with almost everywhere in Taiwan, personal safety is simply Continue Reading
Mauritius: Culture and Cuisine
The Mauritian gourmet experience reflects the country’s rich fusion of Indian, French, Creole and Chinese influences, offering an eclectic mix of flavours. Heading out to experience the local entertainment is a must to gain an understanding of this special country and its people. One of the treasures of Mauritius is its street food and Port Continue Reading
Mauritius: Festivals
Mauritius spans the cultural spectrum in terms of religion, with Christians, Hindus, Muslims and Buddhists co-existing harmoniously. This melting pot lends itself to a diverse experience for the traveller, who can witness centuries of beliefs and traditions at the various festivals throughout the year. Chinese New Year Mauritian Chinese celebrate the new year in Continue Reading
Taiwan: Howard Plaza Hotel
Grand View Resort stands at the foot of YangMing mountain in the Beitou hot springs resort and is the only 5-star hotel in the district. C.Y. Lee, the architect of Taipei 101, was responsible for the planning of the buildings, using logs and stones together with titanium plated metal and natural plants and ingeniously integrated Continue Reading
Places and Activities
Kigali City Kigali is the dynamic capital at the heart of the country. Peacefully nestled along picturesque hilltops, Kigali is a thriving African city immediately notable for its cleanliness, orderliness and hospitality. Kigali is a great place to begin or end any Rwanda journey as it’s conveniently located in the geographic centre of the country. Continue Reading
