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Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Gong tour- a luxury trip? Gong is the soundtrack along Thailand’s “Gong highway,” a stretch of a few kilometers in the easternmost corner of the country. It starts outside the area’s largest city, Ubon Ratchathani – called Ubon locally- and ends in Khong Chiam, a fishing village on the cliffs of the Mekong River that overlooks Laos. Facing a nearly finished gong hanging from a tree limb, the tuner strikes it dead center with a mallet and listens. Then he takes…Continue Reading “Influencer trip to Thailand – The “Gong” experience in Ubon” →

Contributed by Jens Hoffmann A press & influencer trip brought me to Singapore. I like the garden city, full of tropical plants all over the island. Now, with the help of ovative environ­ mental technology, this lush foliage will be encouraged to grow skywards, adding a welcome touch of green, inside and out, to an increasing number of high-rise buildings in this metropolis of millions. Spectacular architecture and abundant vegetation are not the only arms in a combat to counter Singapore’s reputation as a somewhat…Continue Reading “Cities we love – Singapore” →

The 10th eat! berlin takes place from October 28th to November 7th, 2021. Festival director Bernhard Moser will bring chefs from all over Europe to Berlin. They will cook together with local top chefs. As always, many Berlin star chefs are represented. Tim Raue (2michelin star) cooks three evenings. The final gala on November 7th will be a big challenge. An innovative hygiene concept is being worked out. Berlin looks forward to the numerous food events with pleasure. The eat! berlin, and in particular festival…Continue Reading “The GASAG AG supports the Gourmet Festival eat! berlin 2021” →

Perfect elegance in Nice Promising romantic hours near the sea Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Hotel review: Hotel Negresco The Hotel Negresco features breathtaking early 20th-century architecture and a enviable seafront location. Over 100 years long it is overlooking the Promenade des Anglais. Truly a legend on French Riviera. Bedrooms are the last word in luxury and magnificent works of art and antique furniture abound. The hotel belongs to Jeanne Augler, you may bump in her in the hallways. Its located on the Promenade des Anglais…Continue Reading “Nice, mon amour – Hotel Negresco” →

The charms of Tempi-Larisa are legendary. Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann As part of an amazing journey, I was in a magical region that entrails its visitors. I have travelled to a this great destination and explored something new. Greece is well-known for the sun, sea and hospitality. I travelled to Tempi, the name of a fertile valley in Thessaly, on mainland Greece. Tempi is a beautiful region. According to Greek mythology, the word “tempi” means: chopping up. (Tempi Valley) So much beauty calls…Continue Reading “The hidden touristic gem of Greece – Tempi-Larisa” →

The “Hotel Rigas” on the Kassandra peninsula Contributed by travel wirter and influencer Jens Hoffmann The Hotel Rigas offers exactly what the guests looking for: a beautiful first-class boutique hotel with a lot of charm. I am picked up at the airport and taken by a vip taxi to the Hotel Rigas in Afitos, 90 km away. My temporary domicile is right by the sea. It is located on the Kassandra peninsula, in the Chalkidiki region of eastern Greece, one of my favorite destinations in…Continue Reading “The Shaman of travel in Kassandra (Greece)” →

Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann Located in the heart of Siem Reap, in the Old French Quarter only a few kilometers from the extraordinary Angkor Wat temple complex, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is the ideal place to explore the spiritual and archaeological masterwork. Relax and revitalise beside a magnificent pool inspired by Angkorian architecture and take a stroll along the riverside to discover the vibrant local markets. One of the great hotels of my “Grand Tour of Indochina” Embraced by 15 acres of beautifully…Continue Reading “Hotels we love – Grand Hotel Raffles in Siem Reap” →

Series: Lovely boutique hotels in Greece Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann Thessaloniki ist one of Europe’s most joyful cities for a break. The average gives the world its substance, the special things its value. Even a short visit to Thessaloniki feels like stepping into a different world. Let’s go in the footsteps of Alexander the Great in Thessaloniki Thessaloniki is the name of my favorite city in northern Greece, named after Alexander the Great’s sister. The birth town of Aristotle is a dream for…Continue Reading “The charms of Thessaloniki – Boutique Hotel Bahar” →

Destination Portugal (Estoril & Lisboa) Contributed by feature reporter Jens Hoffmann The “Palácio” is a living legend, it is more a museum than a normal hotel and the experience starts when you enter the hotel. Immediatly you feel like James Bond, not like Connery or Roger Moore, no the one time Bond George Lazenby. In the Palácio Estoril Hotel you travel back in time, but on a journey that also continues in the present and into the future. Built in 1930, today’s Palácio Hotel retains…Continue Reading “Hotel Palácio in Estoril – Portugal” →

Where natural beauty meets culture and timeless tradition Contributed by influencer & feature reporter Jens Hoffmann My hideaway was the Afitis Boutique Hotel (5stars). Graciously stretched in a private oasis is the hotel a retreat in a sublime setting. The joy starts in the lobby. Nestling in front of the sea in a serene hidden location with green washed gardens, sugar fine sand and crystal clear azure waters this resort synthesises an exotic blend of blue and green. The 50 unique luxury boutiquestyle rooms are…Continue Reading “Marvelous Kassandra – joyful days in Afytos (Halkidiki)” →

The Michelin star is the highest honour within the international culinary industry. Chefs all across the world dedicate their lives to earning just one coveted star in recognition of their excellence. But there are those select few who have managed to collect an number of stars in their constellation of fine dining restaurants. Chefs with Michelin Stars Alain Ducasse – 19 Michelin Stars Pierre Gagnaire – 14 Michelin Stars Martin Berasategui – 12 Michelin Stars Yannick Alleno – 10 Michelin Stars Anne-Sophie Pic – 8…Continue Reading ““The Oscars of the culinary world” – A group of Michelin Star Chefs” →

Namaste – The “International Buddhist Conclave ” Contributed by Jens Hoffmann Arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. I travelled to Buddhist sites in Delhi Varanasi, Dhammek Stupa, Mulaagandha Kutey Vihara, Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti. The ministry of tourism had introduced a concept and twelve cities like eg. Varanasi, Amritsar, Ajmer, Dwaraka, Gaya, Puri, Amaravati, Kanchipuram, Vellankanni, Kedarnath are so called “spiritual development destinations”. For sure great to projecting the Buddhist heritage and pilgrim sites of India. In my opinion the “International Buddhist…Continue Reading “Walking with Buddha in India” →