Roundup

FRENCH FIZZ

Global hospitality group Le Meridien Hotels& Resorts and French sparkling wine brand Chandon announced the launch of their first joint limited edition bottle design for the Chinese market in November. Their partnership further boosts the existing global Le Meridien Sparkling program featuring signature brand cocktails celebrating European aperitif culture. The exclusive bottle design and sparkling program are set to redefine the enjoyment of French sparkling wine at Le Meridien hotels and resorts across China.

ART AT PLAY

Five paintings by contemporary Chinese artist Long Di were unveiled at Pullman Suzhou Zhonghui in Jiangsu province on Nov 22. Titled The Wandering Modernity: Flaneur Collection, the display is part of the Pullman brand's efforts to underscore its Art at Play initiative, which brings immersive art experiences to guests in new and exciting ways. Each of the paintings interprets a unique contemporary social scenario connecting travelers with Pullman's brand features. Urban life at Pullman is captured through Long Di's art collection, which is full of whimsy and childlike innocence.

HOLIDAY GETAWAY

Raffles Hainan has launched a special package offering an additional night's stay for those making reservations of two nights at one of three types of villas at the luxury hotel, which is situated adjacent to two golf courses at Clearwater Bay Golf Club in Sanya, Hainan province. The package includes buffet breakfast, Raffles' signature butler services, a yoga program, afternoon tea and pickup service for a round trip between Sanya Phoenix International Airport and the hotel. The offering will be available until the end of March 2020, starting from 2,095 yuan ($300) per night.

CULINARY DELIGHTS

The Ritz-Carlton Guangzhou in Guangdong province is celebrating the Christmas season and the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday with an array of winter festivities. Transformed into a glittery venue for celebrations, the hotel is offering an afternoon tea, special menus for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve and other culinary delights, spa treatments and festival gifts. The hotel has 351 guest rooms and is located close to the Pearl River and many of the city's cultural landmarks, including the Guangdong Museum and the Guangzhou Opera House.