Business Asia articles from August 2007

Business Asia archives from August 2007

Thailand--the 'land of smiles'? David Armstrong has run--as editor-in-chief--many major newspapers including The Australian and The South China Morning Post. We catch up with him in his new role as president and chief operating officer of the Bangkok Post.
August 1, 2007... One morning about two years ago, David Armstrong was sitting in his office in the Bangkok Post building when he heard about 100 staff members yelling out, calling for his resignation. All were dressed in black. Armstrong's sin? He had...

Josh Groban: don't miss out!(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... Witness one of the most beautiful voices in the world when 26 year old singing sensation Josh Groban tours Australia in September and October. With album sales in excess of fifteen million worldwide, fans can expect an amazing show. Tickets are...

A classic yarn.(House of Cashmere)(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... Cashmere is timeless, synonymous with luxury, glamour and style. Warm but incredibly light to wear, its softness and handle are without comparison. Indulge at The House of Cashmere for the greatest couture collection and extensive colour...

Eat with DeVito.(Danny DeVito)(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... South Beach Miami is known for its art deco architecture, hot Latin nights and vibrant party atmosphere, and it has now added a new colourful personality to its beat. Lovable character and Hollywood star, Emmy award-winning actor Danny...

Travel in style.(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... If you're aching for a grand tour of Europe and need to be in the know, get up to date with the latest 2007 edition of the Louis Vuitton City Guide which lists 30 cities and 7,500 addresses that combine traditional values and locations with new...

Give your office a designer touch.(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... At the launch of the 2007 Milan Furniture Fair, Italian furniture design company Kartell collaborated with fashion icons Valentino, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Trussardi, Ermenegildo Zegna, Moschino and Missoni (pictured) to name just a few, to...

Walk the walk.
August 1, 2007... 'No Guts, No Glory!' is the motto behind Croft footwear creator Paul La Rosa. Combining 17 years of industry experience in footwear product development, sales and brand management to debut on the catwalk at this year's L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion...

Never be late again.(Nike Timing)(Brief article)
August 1, 2007... Nike Timing introduce the Oregon Leather Analogue. With a distinctive design featuring two time zones built with stainless steel mineral-glass crystal display and a water-resistant chocolate leather band, the watch also has date display and one...

Material girls.
August 1, 2007... Zentini is the brainchild of Jacquie McGowen and Amanda Armstrong who formed a friendship whilst working together at a large insurance company. In 2003 their quest to pursue a common dream of creating something unique and individual resulted in...

Super-elegance in magical Port Douglas: Asian property investors have long discovered the uniqueness of Australia's Port Douglas in Queensland. Typifying their interest is the Murphy Street Project--a success at integrating beautiful architectural design with landscape and climate practicality.(Wolveridge Architects)
August 1, 2007... Comprising of 3 separately titled dwellings each consisting of 4 bedrooms, an extensive use of integrated pools and a landscape that is shared across the 3 three properties. The project was developed by Wolveridge Architects as a response...

ABAC to host in Melbourne.(APEC Business Advisory Council)(Cover story)(Conference notes)
August 1, 2007... The APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC) will be holding a 1 1/2 day Small & Medium Enterprise Summit in Melbourne on August 30 and 31, 2007. The ABAC SME Summit will bring together inspirational SME business leaders from Australia and...

Asia's SMEs: APEC brings them together in Melbourne: the SME elite gather to discuss the fastest growing sector in the Asia-Pacific region.(small and medium enterprises)(Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation)
August 1, 2007... President George Bush and President Vladimir Putin held a joint press conference during the 2001 APEC Economic Summit in Shanghai, stressing the weight in maintaining US-Russian relations. Apart from the pressing issue of military alliances...

And the winners are ...: the votes are in and business travellers across the region have had their say on Asia's best hotels.(Best Business Hotels in Asia Awards)(Awards list)
August 1, 2007... For the fifth time, the Portman Ritz-Carlton, Shanghai has been named Overall Best Business Hotel in Asia. The Best Business Hotels in Asia Awards, now in their ninth year, have become one of the most sought after prizes in the highly...

The China House Oriental Bangkok.(Oriental Boutique)(Restaurant review)
August 1, 2007... Decadent, Stylish, Very Oriental Myriad glowing red lanterns, dark period furniture upholstered in horsehair, plush velvet and exquisite cowhide, elegant calligraphy, rich silk curtains, opium bed-inspired banquettes and lacquered panels,...

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore.(WHAT THE WINNERS SAID ...)(Hotel review)
August 1, 2007... The award-winning Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore is located in Singapore's new business and commercial centre and in the heart of the Marina Bay arts and entertainment centre. It is the luxury hotel of choice for today's global leisure and...

Lebua at State Tower.(2006 BEST BUSINESS HOTELS IN ASIA AWARDS)(Brief article)(Hotel review)
August 1, 2007... State Tower, 1055 Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand. (66) 2 624 9999, Fax: (66) 2 624 9998. Email: resvn@lebua.com; Website: www.lebua.com. Indulgence is the theme running through every aspect of lebua at State Tower, a member of...

Pan Pacific KLIA.(Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport)
August 1, 2007... As one of the world's finest and award-winning 5-star airport hotels, we are located adjacent and linked to KL International Airport via skybridge. For guests' convenience, Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport provides complimentary...