Bangkok--14 Jun--Spark Communications
The iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel famously said "Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury[1]." With Visa’s bespoke Leading Hotels of The World travel packages, Visa Infinite cardholders can now relive her idea of luxurious comfort when they sink into the lavishly appointed Coco Chanel suite at the Ritz Paris — once the personal quarters of the legendary style maven - and complete their quintessential Parisian sojourn with a romantic carriage ride through the city and a cruise down the majestic Seine river.
The Paris package is just one of the five premium retreats specially designed by Visa and The Leading Hotels of the World group, a collection of 450 of the world’s finest luxury hotels, resorts and spas. The other special get-aways, all featuring stays at five-star hotels, include a culinary escape to Hong Kong, a golf adventure at the legendary greens of Gleneagles, Scotland, a vacation fit for royalty in London and a retreat to the town of Fiesole in the picturesque Florentine hills. The packages, part of the 2011 Visa Premium Access program, are available to Visa Infinite cardholders across Asia Pacific - www.visainfinite-asia.com or www.visainfinitecard.com
Somboon Krobteeranon, Country Manager, Thailand, Visa, said: “Affluent and high-net worth individuals travel frequently for both business and leisure. They are global citizens who expect the best when it comes to their vacations and they seek out unique and personalized experiences. To meet the high expectations of our cardholders, we’ve created the Visa — The Leading Hotels Of The World Program. All cardholders need to do is to call the Visa Concierge Service and all arrangements for their dream vacation will be made for them.”
“Thais love to travel to Europe and these packages offer an experience of a lifetime in some of Europe’s best locations,” Krobteeranon added.
Visa’s The Leading Hotels of the World Program[2]
Visa and The Leading Hotels of the World are offering Visa Infinite cardholders personalized luxury vacations in five top destinations.
French Charm at the Ritz Paris’s Coco Chanel Suite: Guests are greeted with a bouquet of Coco Chanel’s signature camellias when they stay in the prestigious Coco Chanel Suite - the famous designer’s personal abode for 30 years. The Suite is entirely designed with Ms. Chanel’s furniture, including original Coromandel screens, and has the most beautiful views on the famous Place Vend?me. The stylish holiday also includes a romantic ride by carriage-drawn horses to the bank of the Seine River followed by a two-hour private boat ride on the Seine during which guests can take in the charm of The City of Lights over champagne and canap?s.
Championship Golf at Scotland’s Gleneagles Hotel: For a golfing break of a lifetime, Visa Infinite cardholders can travel to the elegant Gleneagles Hotel where they can tee off on any of the three top Scottish Championship Golf Courses - the PGA Centenary Course, the King’s Course and the Queen’s Course. Between rounds, they can indulge in Celtic hospitality at Scotland’s most luxurious five-star resort and enjoy a private whisky tasting with a Gleneagles Whisky Connoisseur. After a hard day on the course, guest can choose to dine in the elegant surroundings of the Whisky Suite.
Old Hong Kong Getaway at Hullet House: A culinary journey awaits Visa Infinite cardholders at Hong Kong’s Hullet House. Built in 1881, the hotel celebrates the city’s rich “East meets West” heritage in both design and the exquisite French and Cantonese dining experiences it offers. Guests will experience the best in French cuisine at The George where Michelin-star Chef Philippe Orrico will personally prepare and introduce an eight-course dinner. The secrets of great Cantonese cuisine will be revealed by Chef Sze Fai of Loong Toh Yuen, the hotel’s renowned Cantonese restaurant, as guests accompany Chef Fai on his shopping trips to the Aberdeen Fish market and Wanchai wet market and then savor the dishes he whips up with the fresh produce.
The Royal Treatment at The Ritz London: Visa Infinite cardholders can sign up for the royal treatment in London at exquisite Ritz hotel. After exploring the city’s historic sights, guests can choose to sink into the comfort of the hotel’s Superior Suites, savor culinary delights during afternoon tea in the world-renowned Palm Court, or enjoy a private showing of the latest collection of Ritz Fine Jewelry. The luxurious package also includes an individual menu consultation with the Ritz’s executive chef and head sommelier to create a unique six course dinner, a Champagne Flight on a private capsule on the London Eye and tickets to a premium West End show. Guests can round off their vacation with a Revival massage in The Ritz’s Treatment Room.
Art and Culture at Florence’s Villa San Michele: Visa Infinite cardholders can stay in one of the masterpieces of the Leading Hotels of the World collection - the Villa San Michele in beautiful Florence, Italy. The 15th-century facade of this iconic property is attributed to the city's most famous Renaissance artist - Michelangelo. Guests can tour historic Florence and enjoy its treasure trove of artistic jewels, including a viewing of Michelangelo’s greatest masterpieces at the Accademia Gallery. The beauty of Florence continues for guests with a sunset boat tour on the Arno River.
The Visa Infinite card is a premium credit card at the pinnacle of Visa’s portfolio in Asia Pacific, Central Europe, Middle East and Africa. In a class of its own, the card is offered through select issuers by invitation only. With no pre-set spending limit and customized card features and benefits, Visa Infinite cardholders can enjoy maximum purchasing power and exclusive lifestyle-focused benefits from the Visa Infinite Access Platform.
Note: Visa reserves the right to amend, vary or cancel any of the offers or privileges offered at any time, without prior notice. To avoid disappointment, cardholders are encouraged to make prior enquires through the Visa Infinite Concierge to check on availability of a proposed booking.
About Visa: Visa is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions and governments in more than 200 countries and territories to fast, secure and reliable digital currency. Underpinning digital currency is one of the world’s most advanced processing networks—VisaNet—that is capable of handling more than 20,000 transaction messages a second, with fraud protection for consumers and guaranteed payment for merchants. Visa is not a bank and does not issue cards, extend credit or set rates and fees for consumers. Visa’s innovations, however, enable its financial institution customers to offer consumers more choices: pay now with debit, ahead of time with prepaid or later with credit products. For more information, visit www.corporate.visa.com
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[1] http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1664376,00.html
[2] Terms and conditions apply: Asia Pacific - www.visainfinite-asia.com