Christmas in Tokyo is nothing short of dazzling, and this year, Palace Hotel Tokyo is raising the bar with its new luxury package, A Tokyo Christmas. Blending Japanese sophistication with Western festive traditions, the five-star property transforms into a holiday haven, complete with towering Christmas trees, gourmet feasts, and an exclusive guided tour of the city’s world-famous winter illuminations.

Suite Stays with Holiday Cheer

Palace Hotel Tokyo – 2025 Christmas Cookies

Guests booking the package enjoy a two-night stay in either a Premier Suite or Executive Suite. Rooms are adorned with a 5.9-foot Christmas tree, twinkling with ornaments, creating the perfect backdrop for a warm and elegant holiday. Special touches include a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut, homemade Christmas cookies, and a handcrafted holiday cake from the hotel’s renowned Sweets & Deli patisserie.

Additional perks include Club Lounge access, where afternoon tea, cocktails, and canapés await, as well as the choice of daily breakfast in the lounge or in-room. Families with children can also enjoy the festivities, with Club Lounge access available until 5:30 pm daily.

Private Tokyo Illuminations Tour

Marunouchi Illumination 2024 (Photo Credit TCVB)

One of the highlights of the package is a private four-hour tour of Tokyo’s spectacular winter illuminations. Guests are chauffeured around the city in comfort, with stops at Marunouchi Naka Dori, Omotesando, Shibuya, and other glittering neighborhoods.

The experience is tailored to each group’s interests and can include visits to the city’s Christmas markets at Roppongi and Azabudai Hills. To capture the magic, a professional local photographer is available, with names like Gorta Yuuki—a photographer published in Vogue and Condé Nast Traveller—featured on the hotel’s roster.

A Christmas Feast to Remember

At the heart of the festive season is food, and Palace Hotel Tokyo delivers with a sumptuous prix-fixe Christmas dinner at Grand Kitchen. Expect a six-course menu showcasing delicacies such as abalone, snow crab, caviar-topped flounder, and premium Japanese beef.

Those seeking something even more refined can opt for a Michelin-starred dining experience at Esterre by Alain Ducasse or choose Japanese traditions with kaiseki at Wadakura, teppanyaki at GO, or tempura at Tatsumi (at additional cost).

Sweet Christmas Treats

Palace Hotel Tokyo – Grand Kitchen’s 2025 Christmas Prix-fixe Dinner

The celebrations wouldn’t be complete without the hotel’s famed Christmas cakes, available for guests to enjoy in their suite. This year’s lineup includes the Noël à la Neige blueberry sponge, a pistachio-rich Couronne de Noël, the strawberry-packed Supérieur shortcake, the hotel’s iconic Marron Chantilly, and Esterre’s delicate Fleur de Noël.

In addition, Sweets & Deli offers European holiday classics with a Japanese twist: stollen filled with yuzu marzipan, matcha kouglof with chestnuts, and raspberry-glazed panettone.

Booking Details

Rates for A Tokyo Christmas start at JPY 941,000, with stays available between 20–25 December 2025. Reservations must be made by 15 November and are subject to availability.

For more information and reservations, visit the Palace Hotel Tokyo official website.

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As part of its ‘Best of Japan’ series, Palace Hotel Tokyo is unveiling ‘JAXURY at Palace Hotel Tokyo’, an exclusive stay package designed to showcase excellence in Japanese craftsmanship paired with the award-winning property’s distinctive hospitality.

The JAXURY Consortium was founded in 2021 based on research undertaken by the Authentic Luxury Lab at Keio University’s Graduate School of System Design & Management. Representing a joint project between academia, media and various industries, the Consortium undertakes a cross-country search each year to identify brands which exemplify a harmonious intermingling between nature and humanity, authenticity in delivering a sense of wonder and appreciation, and luxury through the outstanding quality of their products and services.

2025 marks the fifth consecutive year in which the JAXURY Consortium has recognized Palace Hotel Tokyo for its exemplary embodiment of ‘Japan’s Authentic Luxury’. “With its understated elegance and heartfelt commitment to its guests, the hotel was the natural choice for the sophisticated experience that I envisioned,” remarked JAXURY Executive Producer Kumiko Yoshioka. “It makes for the perfect setting in which to showcase the selection of brands I’ve meticulously curated to illustrate how the beauty in everyday products – from form to function – can truly enrich people’s lives.”

Designed to elevate travelers’ understanding of Japanese sensibilities and reveal glimpses of the allure of Japanese aesthetics, ‘JAXURY at Palace Hotel Tokyo’ presents xenophiles with the opportunity to indulge in the hotel’s singular JAXURY room – one of its coveted balcony rooms outfitted with products by JAXURY brands specifically chosen to enhance the stay experience in every way – including through sight, sound and touch.

Products featured in-room include exquisitely handcrafted lanterns and an objet d’art mirror by Time & Style; a spectacular glass speaker by Sony; organic cotton eye mask, slippers and a throw blanket by TENERITA (for guests to keep); elegant woodwork by Azmaya and cushions wrapped in gorgeous Nishijin textiles by HOSOO.

TENERITA Products at Palace Hotel Tokyo

Elsewhere, both throughout the hotel and around the city, exclusive experiences such as a JAXURY dinner at the hotel’s signature Japanese restaurant, Wadakura, and a guided visit to Parfum Satori’s atelier are designed to ignite the gustatory and olfactory senses.

At Wadakura, the already artful kaiseki presentation is elevated with the incorporation of lacquerware by Nishimura Keikou Urushi, pottery by Asahiyaki, woodwork by Nakagawa Mokkougei and porcelainware by Kinzangama. As palate cleansers, wine from Grace Wine in Yamanashi prefecture and tea by renowned tea company Ippodo will be served.

At the hotel’s Lounge Bar Privé, an original JAXURY cocktail inspired by one of Parfum Satori’s most lauded scents will be served alongside wagashi (traditional Japanese sweets) by Higashiya while at The Palace Lounge, a pairing of Suntory’s signature single-malt Yamazaki whisky with artisanal chocolate by Maison Cacao comes with reserved seating piano-side for an evening of live jazz music.

To complement the stay and dining experiences included in the package, a trio of optional off-site activities give guests the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the beauty and richness of products made with a spirit of authenticity and a desire to enrich people’s lives by presenting them with everyday objects to be treasured in whatever way proves most meaningful to them.

“Through the lens of JAXURY, there is poetry in the end-user – not the manufacturer, the craftsman or the service provider – ultimately determining the intrinsic value of a product or service,” remarked General Manager, Masaru Watanabe. “It’s our hope that the JAXURY experience at Palace Hotel Tokyo will be enriching for our guests, sparking inspiration and curiosity and deepening their appreciation of Japanese culture.”

The ‘JAXURY at Palace Hotel Tokyo’ stay package includes:

• Two nights of accommodation
• Daily breakfast – choice of In-Room Dining or at Grand Kitchen
• A JAXURY prix-fixe kaiseki dinner at Wadakura (with pairings)
• Lounge Bar Privé’s JAXURY cocktail paired with wagashi by Higashiya
• Suntory whisky and chocolate by Maison Cacao at The Palace Lounge

Package price starts at: JPY 477,000

‘JAXURY at Palace Hotel Tokyo’ is bookable for stays between May 12 – December 14, 2025.

(subject to availability | package price and inclusions are based on double occupancy)

Optional off-site activities (subject to additional charge) include:

Horiguchi Kiriko | The Art of Glass-Cutting | JPY 88,000 (for two persons)

JAXURY Kaiseki at Wadakura – Kinzangama Porcelain

As a third generation master of his craft, Tōru Horiguchi embraces the art and spirit of Edo Kiriko and infuses his own distinct style into his studio’s works – which encompass both classic and contemporary designs for everything from glassware to timepieces and cuff links, from light fixtures to wall installations. At Horiguchi’s studio in Tokyo’s Edogawa ward, discover the art of traditional Japanese glass-cutting from the master, himself, or one of his budding apprentices.

Accompanied by a private guide, the approximate 90-minute visit includes an introduction to the history and manufacturing of Edo Kiriko – officially designated as a cherished ‘Traditional Craft’ by the Japanese government in 2002 – followed by a hands-on experience guided by Horiguchi or one of his artisans. Guests will have the opportunity to create their own original glassware to take home, and to acquire some original Horiguchi Kiriko pieces should any catch their eye.

HOSOO | More Than Textiles | JPY 82,000 (for two persons)

Founded in 1688, Kyoto-based textile manufacturer HOSOO has since developed an unrivaled reputation for its exquisite textile art, rooted in the traditional Japanese weaving technique known as nishijin-ori. Seamlessly pairing tradition with modernity, today the brand’s exquisite works can be found around the world, with its innovative textiles being used not only for kimono, but also contemporary fashions, chic furnishings, wall installations and limited-edition handbags.

At its Tokyo boutique inside Yaesu Midtown, guests can enjoy a private introduction to the brand’s history and evolution, and peruse HOSOO’s array of textile art alongside its contemporary fashions. As a memento of their visit, guests will have the opportunity to take home a small pouch featuring the motif of their choosing.

Following the approximate 60-minute visit accompanied by private guide, guests can venture off with their guide for another three hours of custom-tailored wandering – whether it be for retail therapy, sightseeing or some degustation.

Parfum Satori | Scents of Japan | JPY 52,000 (for two persons)

Executive Suite at Palace Hotel Tokyo

Considered a pioneer, Parfum Satori was the first independent Japanese fragrance brand to be featured in “Perfumes: The Guide”, the encyclopedic guide for perfume lovers the world over. Its distinctive fragrances are coveted by insiders for their sophisticated blend of natural ingredients from throughout Japan, delivering an olfactory experience as multi-layered as the country’s culture.

At its intimate atelier in Roppongi, guests are treated to an in-depth introduction to how Parfum Satori’s aromas are conceived and what inspires the beauty behind them. Guests may even have the opportunity to meet Satori Osawa, herself, the founder of the perfumery.

The approximate 60-minute visit includes the serving of wagashi and Ippodo Tea matcha during the introduction to the brand, before guests are invited to peruse the atelier’s array of fragrances at their leisure. A take-home gift of Parfum Satori’s “Chronicles of Scent” comes with a sample of five of its fragrances, including three of its most lauded – one of which is the signature ‘Satori’ scent featured at the International Perfume Museum in Grasse, France.

For more information on ‘JAXURY at Palace Hotel Tokyo’, please visit: www.en.palacehoteltokyo.com/offer/jaxury-at-palace-hotel-tokyo

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Palace Hotel Tokyo, the luxury property that’s become one of Japan’s most loved hotels since its unveiling in 2012, has been awarded Three Keys by MICHELIN Guide in recognition of its achievements in meeting, and exceeding, the guide’s benchmarks for delivering the world’s most ‘extraordinary stay’ experiences.

Palace Hotel Tokyo and Imperial Palace Gardens

As one of only three properties in Tokyo to receive MICHELIN Guide’s highest distinction, Palace Hotel Tokyo continues to elevate its enviable status as the only Japanese-brand hotel to receive such elite standing in addition to the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating which it has held for nine consecutive years as well as the Five-Star rating achieved earlier this year by its evian SPA TOKYO (as one of only four in Japan).

“For decades, MICHELIN Star ratings have stood for exceptionalism, offering highly respected expertise and guidance to gourmands the world over on the most revered dining experiences to be had,” remarked Senior Managing Director and General Manager Masaru Watanabe. “To now receive recognition not only for our dining offerings, but also our hotel from one of the world’s most distinguished arbiters of excellence in hospitality is an incredible honor.”

Palace Hotel Tokyo Main Lobby

Described by MICHELIN as “places that significantly add to your experience as a traveler,” each key-rated property has been meticulously – and anonymously – vetted and judged based on categories such as architecture and interior design, quality and consistency of service, personality and character, and contribution to the guest experience in a particular setting. Reflecting the “crème de la crème,” MICHELIN’s key-rated hotels are deemed to be of “remarkable quality,” with the Three-Key-worthy recognized for offering “one of the most outstanding experiences in the world.”

“As an independent hotel that’s worked tirelessly to establish its place in the ever-competitive global luxury hotel industry, it’s especially meaningful to us – as a brand and as a team – to achieve such a prestigious distinction,” said Watanabe. “Our Michelin Three Keys will further strengthen our resolve to continuously elevate the level of hospitality that Palace Hotel Tokyo offers as we welcome travelers in search of the best of the best.”

Described as being, “as close as you can get to actually staying on the verdant grounds of the Imperial Palace,” from MICHELIN Guide’s Point of View, “a stay at the Palace Hotel Tokyo is likely to set a standard that you’ll find other luxury hotels unable to match.” For more information about MICHELIN Guide’s brand-new Key distinction, visit Michelin.com.

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evian SPA TOKYO^®, the Alpine-inspired spa at Palace Hotel Tokyo, has been awarded a prestigious Five-Star rating by Forbes Travel Guide, the global travel industry’s most highly respected authority on excellence in hospitality.

Palace Hotel Tokyo

With a Five-Star rating for both its hotel and spa, Palace Hotel Tokyo has now become the very first Japanese-brand hotel to achieve such an enviable distinction. The hotel has held a Five-Star rating for nine consecutive years and was recently described as a “legendary property” that exudes “consummate poise” and “polish” by Condé Nast Traveler magazine.

Designed “to help discerning travelers select the world’s best experiences,” Forbes Travel Guide’s illustrious Star Rating system is based on anonymous inspections by experienced professionals who conduct evaluations “based on hundreds of exacting standards.” Its Five-Star rating – the highest designation possible – is reserved for truly exceptional hotels, spas, restaurants and ocean cruise ships that “deliver an outstanding experience and consistently offer a highly customized level of service.”

Evian SPA TOKYO now stands as one of only 126 spas inspected worldwide to receive five stars from Forbes Travel Guide for 2024. Only four properties in Japan have earned Five-Star ratings for both their hotel and spa.

Situated on the fifth floor of Palace Hotel Tokyo, the spa occupies 1,200 square meters of space and features views of the picturesque Imperial Palace gardens just opposite. As the only evian^® branded spa in the country and one of only three outside of France, it presents one of Japan’s most refined wellness experiences.

Beautifully complemented by its natural setting, the spa’s minimalist aesthetic is at once remarkably zen and very Japanese. Though an Alpine-inspired concept guides the wellness experience, face and body treatments incorporating Japanese botanical beauty brand warew and Asian massage techniques are also on offer to complement the French sensibilities. The spa also features specific treatments tailored to men, expectant mothers and brides-to-be.

For more information, please visit: www.en.palacehoteltokyo.com/evian-spa-tokyo

About Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes Travel Guide is the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas. Its anonymous professional inspectors evaluate based on hundreds of exacting standards, with an emphasis on exceptional service, to help discerning travelers select the world’s best experiences. The only way to get a Five-Star, Four-Star or Recommended rating is by earning it through its independent inspection process.

About Palace Hotel Tokyo

As the anchor to a billion dollar, mixed-use development built entirely from the ground-up, the Forbes Five-Star Palace Hotel Tokyo commands some of the city’s most exclusive real estate and incomparable views of the much-loved Imperial Palace gardens and the surrounding skyline.

Located in the capital’s prestigious Marunouchi district, the property features 284 rooms & suites, an evian SPA, and 10 distinctive restaurants and bars presenting an impressive array of dining experiences – including exquisite Japanese and Michelin-starred contemporary French haute cuisine.

As heir to a legacy going back more than half a century as one of the city’s most iconic properties, the hotel remains firmly rooted in its commitment to offering Japanese hospitality at its finest. Drawing deeply from the country’s history, culture and art, the award-winning hotel continues to redefine luxury in Japan with sophistication and authenticity.

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As international travellers flock to Japan following its re-opening, Michelin-starred Esterre continues to refine its culinary appeal in the star-studded Michelin capital of the world with the appointments of Kei Kojima as chef de cuisine and Normand Jubin as chef pâtissier. Esterre, which was launched in partnership with DUCASSE Paris in late 2019, is rooted in the flavors of Japan’s terroir – taking a contemporary approach to French haute cuisine that aims to showcase the original flavors of the highest-quality local ingredients using French culinary techniques.

Palace Hotel Tokyo – Esterre Chef de Cuisine – Kei Kojima

Having spent over two decades under the tutelage of Alain Ducasse’s right-hand, Frank Cerutti, Kei Kojima is the perfect fit as chef de cuisine at what is his fourth eatery by Ducasse. Prior to taking the helm at Esterre, Kojima spent five years honing his skills at the Michelin three-starred Le Louis XV at Monte Carlo’s famed Hôtel de Paris, including three as its sous chef. In 2006, he returned to Japan to teach at Le Centre de Formation d’Alain Ducasse in Tokyo, a culinary school for professionals, and had a stint at Benoit bistro before segueing to Beige, a restaurant born from a collaboration between DUCASSE Paris and Chanel’s flagship boutique in Tokyo’s glitzy Ginza district. He played an instrumental role in elevating Beige to its two-Michelin-star status during the more than a dozen years he spent there.

Esterre’s Spring 2023 Ice Buckwheat Dessert

Based in Kamakura – the zen-imbued, beachside town on the outskirts of Tokyo where he continues to reside – Kojima visits the local market every morning to select the freshest ingredients for Esterre before commuting into the city. Having long embraced the concept of drawing from the natural flavors of land and sea by sourcing sustainable, organic ingredients and highlighting the purity and elegant simplicity of their natural flavors, he has been described by Ducasse as “the Japanese chef who understands and practices my culinary philosophy more than any other in the world.”

Just like the town he hails from, Kojima exudes a calmness and a reverence for nature that comes through in his cooking – a notion that is also woven into Esterre’s interior design. Design studio SIMPLICITY, founded by award-winning Japanese interior designer Shinichiro Ogata, originally conceived the space as a tribute to nature.

An earthy color palette and such tactile materials as washi (traditional Japanese paper), textile and wood were chosen to create an ambiance that evokes a sense of harmony between people and nature. Also key to the design concept was an elegant simplicity that would allow patrons to dine, converse and soak in the expansive views of the surrounding Imperial Palace gardens without distraction.

Esterre’s Summer 2023 Roasted Sujiara

Esterre has consistently achieved a one-star standing ever since it drew the attention of Michelin Guide. Like Kojima, 26-year-old Chef Pâtissier Normand Jubin brings with him notable Michelin experience, having previously acted as chef de partie at the renowned, three-star Restaurant de l’Hôtel de Ville in Crissier, Switzerland and, most recently, as pastry chef at the one-star Pelagos at Four Seasons Astir Palace Hotel Athens in Greece.

A Swiss native, Jubin is the third generation in a family of confectioners behind Jubin Confiseur, a boulangerie-patisserie-confiserie-in-one with a trio of locations throughout Switzerland. It was there, in his grandfather’s and father’s kitchen, where as a child, Jubin began cultivating his passion and know-how for baking, pastry-making and the art of confectionery.

New to Japan, Jubin is embracing the country’s distinct seasons with his dessert presentations and endeavoring to bring more depth and art to what is presented, whether it brings guests back to the familiar flavors and textures of their childhood or stirs up more recent memories of their time in Japan. His spring dessert of ‘crispy and iced buckwheat, torrefied vanilla and anise’, for example, takes inspiration from the three-swirl mitsudomoe symbol that has caught his eye while visiting shrines.

Palace Hotel Tokyo Chef Sommelier – Takamasa Sato

As Esterre’s menu changes with the seasons, Palace Hotel Tokyo’s award-winning Chef Sommelier Takamasa Sato meticulously studies the flavors of every dish before deciding on which pairings to recommend for each course – whether guests prefer alcoholic or non-alcoholic options. With a wine cellar that boasts some 4,800 bottles and encompasses over 500 vintages – of which French labels dominate – there’s no shortage of options to choose from, including a selection of organic, natural and bio-wines.

For Chef Kojima’s vibrant and flavorful ‘roasted sujiara with winter gourd, courgette and black olive marmalade’ that’s on the summer signature prix-fixe menu, Sato suggests a pairing with Château Jun’s Koshu, a domestically produced white wine made with koshu grapes, a varietal that has been grown in Japan for more than 1,000 years. And for the dish’s non-alcoholic pairing, a seasonal mocktail featuring a blend of white grape juice with the umami-rich flavors of premium Royal Blue Tea is suggested.

Esterre at Palace Hotel Tokyo – Daytime Interior

For Jubin’s refreshing summer dessert of ‘kiwi and tarragon delight with ginger and goat milk emulsion’, Sato recommends a pairing with the Alain Ducasse Sparkling Sake conceived by DUCASSE Paris Chef Sommelier Gerard Margeon and Ryogo Kitahara, master brewer at Maison Shichiken in Yamanashi prefecture. Alternatively, Belgium’s Duc de Montagne non-alcoholic sparkling wine presents an equally refreshing and sophisticated alternative.

As Japan experiences a travel renaissance, Esterre’s team plans to continue heightening the dining experience and playing their part in ensuring Tokyo keeps its crown as the Michelin capital of the world. Esterre’s prix-fixe lunch options start from JPY 12,000 and prix-fixe dinners from JPY 22,000 per person. Wine pairings start at JPY 6,000 for two glasses.

For more information, please visit: www.en.palacehoteltokyo.com/restaurant/esterre-restaurant/

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From indulgent spa therapies to special stay packages that the whole family can enjoy (and we mean multiple generations), we’ve rounded up a range of Mother’s Day offers from around Asia that might just make the perfect gift this May.

A Dining Treat for Mother in Phnom Penh

Raffles Hotel Le Royal

The culinary team at Raffles Hotel Le Royal have taken some of the tastiest recipes handed down from their mothers to compile a special menu that will run all week. From May 2 – 6, reserve a table for two for either lunch or dinner, and your mother will receive a free Lillet cocktail to complement her dining experience. Or, from May 2- 8, at the new Le Phnom 1929 restaurant in the hotel’s west wing, an Afternoon Tea set will be available, which will include a complimentary bottle of Prosecco for all mothers. And on May 8, there’s a Swim n’ Brunch event at Le Royal’s iconic poolside,where from 11am- 3pm families can choose from that same menu of mother-inspired recipes, as well as BBQ, cocktails and Champagne. In the evenings during Mother’s Day week, the hotel’s Elephant Bar will be in a festive mood with live music. Dance the night away at the Mojo Afterworks party, which will include a selection of tapas and oysters, as well as special Ladies Night drinks. For reservations, call +855 23 981 888, or email: dining.leroyal@raffles.com

Slowing Down at Fusion Resort Phu Quoc

Oceanfront bike race at Fusion Resort Phu Quoc

This Mother’s Day Fusion Resort Phu Quoc is taking things slow – really slow. To mark the special day on the tropical island mothers and their children are invited to take part in a Slow Bike Race, where the winner is whoever takes the longest to cross the finish line. Riders can enjoy ocean views as the pace of the race comes almost to a standstill. The winners will receive a free adult and kids beverage. Later in the evening, the all-villa resort property is offering a Seafood Date Night by the pool with a multi-course meal and wine being served up for VND 2,800,000 ++ (USD 122++) for two. The highlight of the feast is a seafood platter with grilled red snapper in banana leaf, king prawns, calamari, scallops, and oysters. Visit https://phuquoc.fusionresorts.com for more details.

Afternoon Tea Beside a Moat at Palace Hotel Tokyo

Mother’s Day at evian SPA

For an impressive treat this Mother’s Day book a table for the hotel’s ever-popular afternoon tea at The Palace Lounge. Though many hotels invoke the majesty of the word palace, few can claim such palatial trappings as a moat. The Palace can.The property’s regal waterside setting can be enjoyed on Grand Kitchen’s outdoor terrace, or through the floor to ceiling windows of The Palace Lounge while enjoying high tea. The springtime selection features dishes like blanc manger made with steamed turnip, bitter field mustard flowers sauced with grainy mustard, and the subtle texture of bamboo shoots steamed with rice, along with an array of sweet treats – all artfully presented in an elegant, three-tiered jyubako lacquered box. The Spring Afternoon Tea set is JPY6,200 or JPY8,800 if you’d like to add a glass of champagne. For further indulgence the hotel’s evian SPA, is currently offering Mother’s Day Gift certificates (JPY27,000) for a 75-minute facial and eye care treatment using warew, a premium Japanese beauty brand, that uses natural botanical ingredients, grown in Japan since ancient times. Mothers will be gifted a warew gift set of trial size bottles on the day of their appointment. Visit https://en.palacehoteltokyo.com for more information.

Alma Resort Cam Ranh

Alma Resort Cam Ranh

Thirty-hectare beachfront resort Alma on Vietnam’s scenic Cam Ranh peninsula is offering a two-night getaway suited to multigenerational travel in celebration of Mother’s Day this year. Priced at 30,432,000 VND (USD 1330), the Mother’s Day offer is anchored by a stay from May 6-8 for up to seven adults and two children in a contemporary three-bedroom ocean view pavilion with a private pool and terrace affording vistas of Long Beach. With a spacious living room and four bathrooms, the pavilion totals 224sqm and is designed to accommodate family members across the entire age spectrum, spanning two, three and even four generations. A welcome cake on arrival, daily breakfast, a buffet lunch, dinner at one of Alma’s restaurants, such as beachfront restaurant Atlantis that specializes in fresh seafood and Italian fine-dining restaurant La Casa, and a 20 per cent discount on additional F&B and treatments at Le Spa are among the getaway’s inclusions. Activities such as making Vietnamese fresh spring rolls at Atlantis, taking family photos at street-style venue Chill’s Snack & Bar featuring American-style food trucks, watching movies under the stars at Alma’s Amphitheater and more are also on offer to pay tribute to mothers. For further information, visit https://www.alma-resort.com, email info@alma-resort.com or call +84 258 399 1666.

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TOKYO – In Forbes Travel Guide’s second annual review of Tokyo hotels, Palace Hotel Tokyo has emerged as the first independent Japanese hotel to secure the coveted Five Star rating. The world’s most prestigious arbiters of luxury travel, Forbes Travel Guide (formerly Mobil Travel Guide) has been providing comprehensive, anonymous reviews of the hospitality industry worldwide since 1958.

“Since our debut in 2012, our team has worked tirelessly to not only meet, but exceed global standards for hospitality in the luxury sector,” said Masaru Watanabe, Palace Hotel Tokyo’s Executive Director and General Manager. “The team’s efforts – and achievements – have raised the bar on Japanese hospitality, affirming our competitiveness amongst the more globally recognised international brands in the city.”

Palace Hotel Tokyo – Grand Deluxe King Room with Balcony

With Tokyo’s most prestigious address, the 290-room hotel situated amidst Japan’s Imperial Palace gardens re-opened in 2012 after a complete re-build from the ground-up. Its 10 restaurants and bars include Royal Bar, whose lead mixologist was hailed as one of the World’s Best Bartenders by Diageo in 2012, and Crown, amongst the most esteemed French restaurants in Japan. The 1,200-square-metre spa and fitness facility features the country’s first evian SPA, and more than half of the property’s guestrooms and suites have open-air balconies – a true rarity in the city.

“Our Star Ratings recognise the finest hotels, restaurants and spas in the world. These ratings serve as the most authoritative guideposts for guests seeking exceptional travel experiences,” said Gerard J. Inzerillo, Chief Executive Officer of Forbes Travel Guide. “We’re proud to be associated with the new additions to our global list.”

For 2016, out of the 220 cities in which inspections were conducted, only 154 hotels received the Five Star rating – with Palace Hotel Tokyo being one of only three in Japan to achieve the prestigious status.

About Forbes Travel Guide

Forbes Travel Guide, formerly Mobil Travel Guide, is the originator of the prestigious Five Star Rating system, and has provided the travel industry’s most comprehensive ratings and reviews of hotels, restaurants and spas since 1958.

Forbes Travel Guide has a team of expert inspectors who anonymously evaluate properties against up to 800 rigorous and objective standards, providing consumers the insight to make better informed travel and leisure decisions. Forbes Travel Guide is the gold standard for luxury hospitality ratings worldwide.

For more information about Forbes Travel Guide, visit ForbesTravelGuide.com

About Palace Hotel Tokyo

Palace Hotel Tokyo Exterior with Tatsumi Watchtower

Opened in May 2012, Palace Hotel Tokyo commands some of the city’s most exclusive real estate. As heir to a legacy going back more than half a century as one of the city’s most iconic properties, the hotel remains committed to offering Japanese hospitality at its finest.

As the anchor to a USD 1.2 billion mixed-use development built entirely from the ground-up, the 290-room hotel features 10 distinctive restaurants & bars – including elegant French fine dining, exquisite Japanese and an Old World-style cigar & martini bar – an evian SPA and incomparable views of the city’s much-loved Imperial Palace gardens.

Drawing deeply from the country’s history, culture and art, the award-winning hotel redefines luxury in Japan with sophistication and authenticity, presenting guests with the most bespoke cultural experiences to be had in Tokyo.

Located at 1-1-1 Marunouchi, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from the landmark Tokyo Station and mere steps away from Marunouchi Naka Dori, a picturesque, tree-lined boulevard that serves as one of Tokyo’s most posh shopping and dining destinations.

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For information on Palace Hotel Tokyo, please visit www.en.palacehoteltokyo.com or contact:

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Palace Hotel Tokyo – press@palacehotel.jp

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All other regions

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