By Aulia R. Sungkar Photos by Andhy Prayitno for MWP Studio and Accor Indonesia The writer is director of ALVEO and the article is originally published in Indonesia Design edition Nov-Dec 2019. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry under his belt, Garth Simmons has occupied varied positions ever since he first joined Accor in 2007. His pivotal roles included being a senior vice president in New Zealand, Pacific Island and Japan. Now, as COO of Accor, he is r … [Read more...]
InterContinental Bandung: The Green Sanctuary
Words: Aulia R. Sungkar. Photos: Ricky Adrian. Originally published in Indonesia Design, Oct-Nov 2017 edition. Beautifully nestled on the hill of Dago Pakar, this InterContinental Hotel has become the pride of Bandung for its green design and natural surroundings, along with facilities that cater to those seeking leisure, MICE and wedding destinations. Heading northwest of Bandung will take you to a pine forest and natural park popularly known as Dago Pakar. This is where your eyes … [Read more...]
Grande Bretagne: A Clasy Taste of Europe
Any plan to visit Greece in the near future..? If you do, don’t miss the chance to pay a visit, or even spend the nights at Grande Bretagne, an antique historical building in Athens. Located in the center of Athens, the Hotel Grande Bretagne is a precious local landmark and has been the Greek State’s Official Guesthouse. Built in 1862, the most celebrated grandiose hotel of Europe has been a silent eye-witness to many historical political events that have altered the country’s history. It has … [Read more...]