Langham`s eBrochure
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Langham`s eBrochure
Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Mr A N Other A bespoke brochure sample Contents The Langham, Hong Kong 1 Hong Kong Destination Guide 6 INDEX Club Floor Meeting Facilities Fitness Centre Limousine 24 hrs in-room dining Accessible Room Business Centre Spa IP Phone in Room Laundry and Valet Family Room WiFi Valet Parking Swimming Pool Broadband Internet Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. The Langham, Hong Kong 8 Peking Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel (852) 2375 1133 Fax (852) 2375 6611 Email hkg.info@langhamhotels.com Web http://hongkong.langhamhotels.com The Langham, Hong Kong is one of the finest five-star luxury hotels in Asia. An elegant European–style haven located in the heart of Tsimshatsui, Kowloon's busy commercial and entertainment district. The only member of The Leading Hotels of the World in the city, this remarkable hotel is the perfect place to host business gatherings on any scale: from an intimate seminar to a major conference. Book Now Find out more Being one of the finest five-star luxury hotels in Hong Kong, The Langham, Hong Kong is an elegant European–style sanctuary located in the heart of Kowloon's busiest commercial and entertainment district – Tsimshatsui, with superb designer boutiques and entertainment on its doorstep. It is just a few minutes' walk from the world–renowned Star Ferry and Victoria Harbour, Tsimshatsui MTR underground station and Kowloon – Canton Railway station. As a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, the hotel offers 495 luxurious rooms and suites, including 270 brand new grand Rooms. The Langham, Hong Kong features five award winning restaurants and a bar, namely T'ang Court, The Bostonian Restaurant, Main St. Deli, L'Eclipse, Palm Court and Tsar Bar. Location Rooms and Suites Classic Guestroom The Langham, Hong Kong is located in the heart of Kowloon, surrounded Our Classic rooms offer our by a vast array of fashion brand shopping & entertainment possibilities. luxurious “Langham Blissful” king or It is just a few minutes' walk from the world - renowned Star Ferry, twin beds. Wardrobes with Tsimshatsui MTR underground station and Kowloon - Canton Railway individual coding safes, Iron and station to mainland China. Ironing board and Tea and Coffee making facilities. The spacious • Airport : 40 minutes from Hong Kong International Airport • Star Ferry Pier - 5 minute walk • Mass Transit Railway (MTR) Tsimshatsui Station - 5 minute walk • Mass Transit Railway (MTR) Tsimshatsui East (to China) - 10 minute bathrooms feature separate shower and bath and Chuan Spa bathroom amenities. A comfortable arm chair provides a relaxing sitting area. Each room provides three direct telephone lines, broadband internet access and fully interactive television walk Created on 09-12-09 1 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Grand Guestroom T'ang Court Our newly refurbished Grand The multi-award-winning T'ang Rooms are of exquisite design and Court is dedicated to provide the décor. Timeless, luxurious finest Cantonese cuisine with furnishings are complemented with gracefully exquisite décor in Hong cutting edge technology and Kong. Its impeccable service facilities, including 37” flat screen accentuated the luxury hotel TV, Internet Protocol Phone with dual lines and broadband internet heritage of the Langham brand. As one of the best Hong Kong hotel access. The classical features of the room are accentuated by restaurants, T'ang Court has been cited as one of the "World's Best Hotel contemporary Chinese artwork and black and white images of old Hong Dining Rooms" by GOURMET magazine, one of "World's Top Ten great Kong. Walls are paneled with burled timber and textured cream leather. Hotel Restaurants" by HOTELS magazine, and one of the "100 Fabulous Rich, deep, ornate wool carpet adds to the warmth and luxury of the Places and Things" by TRAVEL & LEISURE magazine. It has won two rooms. The quality of the living area is complemented by spa style "Gold with Distinction" medals at Hong Kong Tourism Board's Best of the bathrooms. Grand Langham Rooms feature natural hardwood timber Best Culinary Award. floors, larger spa-style bathrooms with shutter windows leading to the living area, DVD players and i-Home decks • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 The Bostonian Langham Suite The Bostonian has been a favourite Located on each floor of the hotel, of Hong Kong food lovers for well the Langham Suites enjoy spacious over a decade. Among the many living areas and a separate seafood restaurants in Hong Kong, bedroom with all the comforts of The Bostonian is famous for its home. The suite provides a separate walk-in dressing room, blissful bed, spacious bathroom with Jacuzzi, shower as well as luxurious bathroom amenities. A living room features elegant furnishings in warm tones, a large work desk, 37” Flat Screen TV, DVD / CD player and stereo system. relaxed and upbeat ambience, its superb variety of fresh oysters and seafood, succulent beef steaks, ribs and lamb racks. Being included in one of Hong Kong's influential restaurant bibles "The Hong Kong Best Restaurant Guide" since 2000, this renowned seafood restaurant consistently delivers impeccable service and quality food. Another feature worth-mentioning is its extensive wine list, which has been a WINE SPECTATOR award-winner since year 2001. Restaurants and Bars • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 L'Eclipse Main St. Deli L'Eclipse is an all day interactive dining restaurant fueled by an Unique from other American inspiring modern approach to restaurants in Hong Kong, Main St. authentic Asian cuisine. Active and Deli is a pioneering restaurant in vibrant kitchens are in full view with Hong Kong to serve authentic New a delightful blend of highly creative York favourites. Fans of Main St. Deli are no stranger to the famous and authentic Chinese, Asian and Western fare influenced from Hong Kong's diverse world class cuisines. stacked Reuben Sandwich, 12-inch pizzas, monster size beef burgers, 6-egg omelet, 4-egg Benedict, giant vertical salads, Rudest Wall of • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 Chocolate Cake and 1-pound slice New York cheesecake. Takeaway and party catering menus are also available so that authentic New York deli fare can be enjoyed anywhere anytime. • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 Palm Court Created on 09-12-09 2 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Palm Court features luxurious classical European décor with plush sofas Exceptional Features and large arm-chairs. It is famous for serving nostalgic Langham The Langham, Hong Kong enjoys Afternoon Tea, premium coffee and tea, snacks and drinks throughout an enviable reputation for staging the day. Live musical performances in the evening lend a distinguished successful corporate events and atmosphere. exhibitions, combining • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 state-of-the-art facilities with dedicated service and attention to The Tsar Bar details. Themed events, such as The Tsar Bar offers a dedicated "Golden Age Party", "Charleston and extensive vodka menu, Party" and "Venetian Night" have covering more than 40 different also been held at the hotel. vodka-based cocktails, and is the best place for a drink before a scrumptious dinner at one of the Langham Hotel Hong Kong's restaurants. • Telephone: (852) 2375 1133 Meetings & Events The Langham, Hong Kong offers superb meeting space including Service and Amenities The Ballroom, as well as Botticelli, At The Langham, Hong Kong, you can make use of a full range of services and facilities, including 24-hour reception & concierge, 24-hour room service, 24-hour business centre, roof top swimming pool, 24-hour gym, foreign currency exchange, laundry & valet service, wired and wireless internet broadband access, limousine service, Flavours of Langham retail shop and baby-sitting. Bernini, Raphael and Michelangelo function rooms, which as their names suggest recreate a setting of understated elegance. Subtly finished timber panels and soft silk walls contrast with rich custom-patterned carpets in gold and burgundy. The Ballroom has a capacity of up to 550 people for cocktails, and can be sub-divided to provide functional accommodation of various sizes. The Meeting Centre, equipped with the latest facilities, is located in the Business Centre at the lobby level and can accommodate up to 30 people. It can also be divided into two individual meeting rooms by movable partitions, which create flexibility for a variety of functions. Created on 09-12-09 3 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Business Centre Business Services The Langham, Hong Kong offers a The Langham, Hong Kong offers a full range of business services to full range of business services to meet the needs of the travelling meet the needs of the travelling executives. A fully equipped executives. A fully equipped state-of-the-art Business Centre is state-of-the-art Business Centre is located on the ground floor next to located on the ground floor next to the hotel reception with extensive the hotel reception with extensive facilities. facilities. The Langham Hotel Club Intimate and stylish, yet calm and casual, the Langham Hotel Club is a “hotel within a hotel” dedicated to discerning international travelers, offering personalized service and luxury comfort at the same time. Proximity to Commercial Area • China Hong Kong City Benefits of The Langham Hotel Club include:- • One Peking • Gateway • Personalized check-in and check-out service • Daily breakfast in the Langham Hotel Club Lounge Facilities • Unlimited supply of snacks and beverages throughout the day Health Club • Complimentary use of computers with broadband connection at the The Langham, Hong Kong features a luxurious outdoor swimming pool and Health Club on the 15th floor. The split-level gym at The Langham, Hong Kong is opened 24-hours a day, and is fully equipped with state-of-the-art exercise and fitness machines and free weights for cardio-vascular and weight training. Personal fitness instructors are on stand-by daily from 6:00 am to 11:00 pm for assistance. Sauna and steam shower are available while a range of relaxing massage Executive Corner • 2 hours complimentary use of the Victoria Room (per room per stay) for meetings or movie entertainment • Complimentary local telephone calls • Personal laundry allowance of HK$400 daily treatments and facials can be arranged by advance appointment. Swimming Pool * A daily supplement applies for full benefits of The Langham Hotel Club Next to the Health Club is the hotel's charming Mediterranean-style swimming pool which is decorated in colourful mosaic tiles with teak furniture. Proximity to Leisure Attractions • Star Ferry • Kowloon Park - 3km Together with sundeck and Jacuzzi, the swimming pool at The Langham, Hong Kong is a true gem • Harbour City Shopping Centre (Over 700 shops) among Hong Kong luxury hotels. The pool can also be hired for private • Avenue of Stars cocktail functions. • Hong Kong Culture Centre • Garville Road (Factory Outlets) • Space Museum • Nathan Road Created on 09-12-09 4 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. • Ocean Terminal Langham Hotel Club Intimate and stylish, yet calm and casual, The Langham Club is a “hotel within a hotel” dedicated to discerning international travelers, offering personalized service and luxury comfort at the same time. Benefits of The Langham Club include:• Personalized check-in and check-out service • Daily breakfast in The Langham Club Lounge • Unlimited supply of snacks and beverages throughout the day • Complimentary use of computers with broadband connection at the Executive Corner • 2 hours complimentary use of the Victoria Room (per room per stay) for meetings or movie entertainment • Complimentary local telephone calls * A daily supplement applies for full benefits of The Langham Club Created on 09-12-09 5 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Hong Kong Destination Guide Destination Information The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China is located at the south coast of China. Hong Kong usually participates in international events under the name "Hong Kong, China". The city consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories.The Kowloon Peninsula is attached to the New Territories in the north, and the New Territories are in turn connected to Mainland China across the Shenzhen River. Attractions Hong Kong Disneyland Hong Kong Disneyland offers classic Disney attractions and original creations in four themed lands: Main Street USA, Adventureland, Tomorrowland and Fantasyland. Ocean Park Ocean Park is Asia’s premier sea-life and animal theme park. Built as an oceanarium in 1977, it boasts the finest aquarium in Asia, with an excellent collection of sharks and fish. The park’s Ocean Theatre has daily performances featuring dolphins and sea lions. The park is also home to giant pandas bestowed to Hong Kong by the Chinese government. In addition to 18 mechanical rides, marine mammals exhibits and performances, Ocean Park presents five outstanding festive events every year. The Peak Looking down from The Peak you'll be amazed by the spectacular view of the surrounding city skyline, the world-famous Victoria Harbour and Kowloon, towering skyscrapers and peaceful green hillsides. Ladies' Market One of the most popular street markets in Hong Kong, Ladies' Market is a must-visit destination for fashion lovers with an eye for bargain-priced clothing, bags, accessories, toys, cosmetics and household knick-knacks. The stalls making up this enjoyable market can be found on Tung Choi Street , Mong Kok. It is open from noon until 11:30pm. Avenue of Stars The Avenue of Stars features commemorative plaques, handprints of movie celebrities, descriptive milestones, kiosk with movie memorabilia, a towering Hong Kong Film Awards statuette, and a life-size statue of the legendary kung-fu action star, Bruce Lee. It is also a good place to watch the spectacular A Symphony of Lights, a nightly multimedia show with added pyrotechnics on special occasions. Weather Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination. It enjoys a mild climate from the middle of September to the end of February, while the weather from May to mid-September is rather warm and humid. Eighty per cent of Hong Kong's precipitation occurs between May and September, with August registering the highest rainfall. Months Highs Lows Jan 19 °C 67 °F 14 °C 58 °F Feb 19 °C 67 °F 15 °C 59 °F Mar 21 °C 71 °F 17 °C 63 °F Apr 25 °C 77 °F 20 °C 69 °F May 28 °C 83 °F 23 °C 75 °F June 30 °C 86 °F 26 °C 79 °F Created on 09-12-09 6 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. July 31 °C 89 °F 27 °C 81 °F Aug 31 °C 89 °F 27 °C 81 °F Sept 30 °C 87 °F 26 °C 79 °F Oct 28 °C 83 °F 23 °C 75 °F Nov 24 °C 76 °F 19 °C 67 °F Dec 21 °C 70 °F 15 °C 60 °F Currency Legal tender is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$). Coins, issued by the government, are bronze-colored for 10 cents, 20 cents and 50 cents; silver-colored for HK$1, HK$2, and HK$5; nickel and bronze for HK$10. Automated teller machines (ATMs) can be found almost everywhere and some HSBC "Electronic Money" machines provide 24-hour cash withdrawal (HK$) service for Visa and MasterCard holders. American Express cardholders have access to Jetco ATMs and can withdraw local currency and travelers’ cheques at the Express Cash ATMs in town. Language Cantonese (a dialect of Chinese) and English are official languages in Hong Kong. Most of the taxi drivers understand English, yet, it is suggested to ask the Hotel's Concierge to write down the destination in Chinese characters. Common Cantonese Phrases English Cantonese Pronunciation what's up? dim a thank you! m goi (for a service) do tze (for a gift) you're welcome m sai (hat hei) how are you? lei ho ma have you eaten yet? lei sik tzo fan mei a? how have you been lately? tzui gun dim a Lit. bon appétit! sik fan bye! bai bai hello? wai (answering the telephone) see you tomorrow! ting yat gin good morning tzo sun bill, please m goi mai dan (in a restaurant) Click here to learn more Cantonese Travelling Tips Departing and transit visitors should note that enhanced security measures are now in effect at Hong Kong International Airport. Visitors are reminded not to carry any sharp objects with a point or blade such as knives, cutters, scissors, razor blades, or household cutlery in carry-on luggage. Pack them in your check-in baggage. From 21 March 2007, restrictions will also apply to carry-on liquids, gels and aerosols, which must be in containers no bigger than 100ml and placed in a single (maximum one per passenger) transparent sealable bag with a capacity not exceeding one litre. Click here for details. Electrical Voltage The standard electrical voltage in HK is 220 volts AC, 50HZ, so an adaptor is needed for any 100-volt appliances and electrical equipment. The majority of electrical outlets in Hong Kong take a three-pronged plug. An adaptor can be easily purchased in Hong Kong. Dining Tips Although forks and knives can be easily found in many restaurants, chopsticks are always popular utensils in most Asian cuisine restaurants in Hong Kong. How to use chopsticks? Created on 09-12-09 7 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Step One Use the tips of the thumb, index and middle fingers to hold the other stick like a pen. Make sure the tips of the two sticks line up. Step Two Use the tips of the thumb, index and middle fingers to hold the other stick like a pen. Make sure the tips of the two sticks line up. Step Three Pivot the upper stick up and down towards the stationary lower stick. With this motion one can pick up food of surprising size. Step Four With enough practice, the two sticks function like a pair of pinchers. Visa Visitors from most countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa for periods of 7 days to 6 months, depending on nationality. Check with any Chinese embassy or consulate for the latest status. Entry regulation Nationals of most countries are not required to obtain visas and can stay for periods varying from seven days to 180 days, depending on nationality. Created on 09-12-09 8 Langham's eBrochure. Quick access guide built on your preferences. Local Tour Information Please see Hong Kong Tourism Board website at www.discoverhongkong.com Created on 09-12-09 9