2014 Ubud Tour: Taking the Easy Road

Viewed from within a Plataran hotel, Ubud in Bali, Indonesia poses an exhilarating challenge for a traveler thirsting for new sights and natural wonders. Destinations abound in the area, from lush forests teeming with life to posh spas in the town proper. And these leave a time-pressed traveler slightly panicked upon realizing that a day won't be enough to visit the places that best represent this gem of a town. Traveler websites, in fact, recommend setting aside an entire week for sightseeing. But if you only have 2 or 3 days to spare, then it is a wise choice to rely on local knowledge and book a tour by Ubud hotels and guides.

For 2014 travelers, Plataran Ubud Hotel and Spa offers Urban Getaway Package, a convenient deal that brings together a 3-day stay defined by comfort and a day tour that immerses one in the sights and sounds of nature. This package can be shared by 2 people for only IDR 6,600,000. The itinerary for the guided day trip includes:

1. Monkey Forest
This forest reserve is home to villagers, more than a hundred different species of plants, and an estimated 605 macaques that belong to 4 distinct troops. A testament to the harmonious coexistence of man and nature, the lush forest has temples, pagodas, and pavilions.

2. Kintamani
Made up of 9 villages, the place called Kintamani is about half an hour's ride from Monkey Forest and rises 1,500 m above sea level. The site offers adventurers sights of farmlands and temples, and the warm hospitality of its citizens.

3. Mount Batur
Lake Batur, the volcano's caldera, is a good source of fish for those who wish to go fishing. The site is about 30 minutes by car from Kintamani.

The days spent inside the Balinese hotel, for sure, will be filled with comfort and convenience. Aside from the tour, the promo also covers a BBQ dinner, daily breakfast, afternoon tea, and turndown service. Guests who book the deal are also entitled to return private airport transfer, Wi-Fi Internet access, and 15% discount on F&B, laundry service, and their next treatment at Padma Spa. In addition to these perks, the deal includes free scheduled shuttles around town. This will make it easier for guests to see local and modern Balinese artworks, attend art and cooking classes, or even enjoy relaxing treatments offered by local spas.

Before the year is over, make the most out of your stay in your Ubud hotel by booking a deal that showcases the best places in town and give you the best value for your hard-earned money.

Online Reservations Made Easy at The Royale Bintang the Curve's Website

Petaling Jaya, Malaysia — Booking sophisticated urban retreats in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia are now faster through The Royale Bintang the Curve's new website at http://www.royalebintang.com.my. The site, newly incorporated with a reservation engine powered by DirectWithHotels, makes it much easier for guests to choose deals, rooms, and stay dates.

Why Book Directly Online?

• Reserving directly online will save guests a lot of time. The booking system powered by DirectWithHotels automatically sends out reservation confirmation to guests once the room has been booked under their name. The system's straightforward process eliminates waiting and incessant communication with third parties.
• Second, Trustwave, DigiCert, and AsiaPay secure the privacy and integrity of all online transactions in the booking engine.
• Third, the system offers a user-friendly interface that allows bookmarking and printing and features customizable currency for easier reference. These allow guests to enjoy a smooth and intuitive reservation process.
• Finally, guests who book online have the opportunity to cancel or modify their reservations without charge up to a certain day before their check-in date.

How to Book Online
First, guests must go to the Petaling Jaya hotel accommodation's website, http://www.royalebintang.com.my. Clicking the 'Check availability and prices' button launches the reservation engine powered by DirectWithHotels. The guest is then presented with a calendar and a list of rooms. The process is finalized upon paying a non-refundable reservation guarantee. Once the engine has booked the room under the guest's name, it will send out a confirmation email with the accommodation and payment information.

About The Royale Bintang the Curve
The Royale Bintang the Curve is just a 30-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) through the North-South Express Way Centre Link. Set adjacent to The Curve, the first lifestyle pedestrian mall in Malaysia, it is an ideal base for a day or two of shopping sprees. The hotel offers 145 spacious guestrooms divided into 6 types, all with cable TV, coffee- and tea-maker, broadband Internet connection, air-conditioning, and custom-designed private bathroom with glass wall and louvre. The rooms are also furnished with double plush mattresses, writing desk with chair, and ironing implements. And with the The Royale Bintang the Curve's facilities for leisure and business, travelers of all types are assured of a convenient and comfortable stay.

The Royale Bintang The Curve
6, Jalan PJU 7/3, Mutiara Damansara
Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, 47800
Malaysia

Phone Number: +60-3-78431111

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About DirectWithHotels
DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking. To know more about what we do and offer, log on www.directwithhotels.com.

4 Romantic Seminyak Destinations Easily Accessible From Berry Amour Villas

Aside from proving itself as an enchanting venue for a rendezvous, Berry Amour Villas in Seminyak, Bali is also an advantageous place from which one can easily taste Kerobokan's distinct flavors. There is something here for everyone, whether you simply want to enjoy the calming scenes and sights on the beach, sample cocktails and different Balinese delicacies, or immerse in the quiet spirituality found in a temple in the Island of the Gods. These 4 destinations will easily fit the theme of your romantic vacation without hassling you and your companion with complicated directions, long travel hours, or heavy traffic.

1. Metis Restaurant & Gallery
Set just 500 meters from Berry Amour Villas is Metis Restaurant & Gallery, a restaurant known for its sensory dining experience. Under the helm of former Kafe Warisan chef Nicolas “Doudou” Tourneville, the restaurant offers a sumptuous French Mediterranean feast and fills the eyes with its sophisticated dining setups. The bar serves concoctions and an international collection of wine with live music from top DJs. Couples may also choose to attend the bar's “Aperochic! Sunset Experience” every Friday for great sunset views, cocktails, and complimentary tapas.

2. Batu Belig Beach
Indulge in the laid-back atmosphere of Batu Belig Beach, set just a kilometer away from the villas, and find a quiet location with plenty of options for dining. Mozaic Beach Club, one of the area's highlights, features a restaurant that serves modern French dishes with a Balinese twist, all prepared by international chefs.

3. Ku de Ta Bar
Another way to make the most out of your night together in Bali is to spend it at Ku de ta Bar. With its warm atmosphere, superb dining options, aesthetically pleasing architecture, and roster of international performers, this beachfront venue has endeared itself to locals and tourists alike as a lifestyle destination. You can also shop for souvenirs together at the nearby boutiques that sell accessories, jewelry, and clothing, then begin a romantic night with glorious sunset views by the beach.

4. Petitenget Temple
If a quiet day of contemplation is what you and your partner are after, then head to Petitenget Temple, which is part of a collection of temples that protect the island's perimeter. This centuries-old place of worship is one of the few remaining cultural landmarks that can be found along the upscale Seminyak resort area. It is set just 5 km from Berry Amour Villas.

Vakarufalhi Island Resort in Maldives Now Offers Easy, Direct Online Booking

Male, Maldives — Vakarufalhi Island Resort, a haven surrounded with dazzling blue seas, exquisite coral gardens, and immaculate white-sand beaches now offers easy and direct online booking on its website. With this, guests get instant confirmation.

The new booking system from this resort in Maldives features:

• Quick, Easy-to-Follow Process

Travelers can now say goodbye to securing a reservation over countless emails. By visiting the website of this Maldives accommodation, they will enjoy quick access to booking information in just one click. Guests only have to log on http://www.vakaru.com/, and press the “Check availability and prices” button. Details about room amenities, booking policies, as well as promos and packages are provided.

• Instant Confirmation

Guests who book on the resort's website get instant confirmation for their selected accommodation after a minimal 10% prepayment. Once the system has successfully processed the transaction, you will then receive an email for your reference. The remaining balance is payable at the hotel.

• Reliable Online Security

Powered by DirectWithHotels, this booking engine is secured by DigiCert, Trustwave, and GlobalCollect — 3 of the most trusted security providers on the web.

A pool of irresistible pleasures awaits guests at Vakarufalhi Island Resort:

- A secluded location in the South Ari Atoll, which brings guests close to the country’s finest diving and snorkeling sites. Other exciting adventures, such as windsurfing, sunset cruises, and local tours, also await at the resort.
- Traditional Maldivian bungalows and villas, some built on the beach and some on stilts over the water. Each accommodation is complete with a private toilet and bath, air-conditioning, balcony/terrace, flat-screen TV (with satellite channels), day bed, sofa, phone, safe, desk, and fan.
- Access to Ilaa Restaurant, an open, thatched-roof restaurant set on an extended wooden deck that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner; British, French, Italian, and Mediterranean dishes are available
- True indulgence at Duniye Spa, which offers Balinese and Oriental massages, plus an array of beauty treatments
- Other features include a gym, steam room, private beach, scuba diving center, and non-motorized water sports equipment
- Utmost comfort is delivered with services, such as Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, concierge, tours, room service, and laundry service

For more information about Vakarufalhi Island Resort, visit http://www.vakaru.com/.

Vakarufalhi Island Resort
Champa Building 3rd Floor, Male
South Ari Atoll 20187
Maldives

Phone Number: +960 668-0004


About DirectWithHotels
DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking.

Crown Regency Hotel and Towers – Cebu Upgrades Website for More Convenient Reservations

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cebu City, PHILIPPINES — To provide travelers with an easier way of making reservations online, Crown Regency Hotel and Towers - Cebu in Cebu City, Philippines has fully-upgraded its website. Aside from the quick and easy-to-follow online booking engine that provides instant confirmation, the website now features a mobile-adaptive interface wherein travelers can gain access from a tablet or mobile device.

By visiting the website of this hotel in Cebu at http://www.crownregencyhotelandtowers.com/, and clicking the “Check availability and prices” button, guests can easily view accommodation details at their own convenience. Here are other advantages:

• Real time information – the reservation system, powered by DirectWithHotels, shows room availability in real time, while the rates provided already include taxes and charges. Visitors can also choose their preferred currency for easier reference.
• User-friendly design – the details and buttons on the booking engine are designed vividly to provide a seamless process. A virtual calendar is also integrated to make date selection faster.
• Access to better deals – aside from giving the best prices for a Cebu accommodation, the booking engine also shows special offers, discounts, and packages that are exclusively available on this channel.
• Secure transactions – guest information is safeguarded in the online booking engine because it is protected by DigiCert, Trustwave, and AsiaPay.
• Minimal prepayment – the system typically requires 10% prepayment of the total room cost to secure a reservation

About the Hotel

Crown Regency Hotel and Towers – Cebu is set in an all-inclusive environment that provides travelers the most essential of needs. Here, they can count on the following premium features:

• Well-furnished accommodations to create a relaxing and homey atmosphere. All rooms feature hardwood floors and cozy lighting, providing an interesting contrast of burgundy tones and earth colors with light neutrals. Room amenities include full-size posture-pedic beds, full bath with tub, a 21-inch cable TV, and broadband Internet access.
• Prime facilities for business and leisure. Spacious function venues are available for corporate travelers, while recreation facilities, such as the Sky Experience Adventure Tour, 9 restaurants and bars, and a spa can make a stay truly pleasing.
• An enviable address that is just 30 minutes from Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The hotel's proximity to major points of commerce and recreation also makes it a strategic location in the heart of bustling metropolis.

Be captivated by the vibrant energy of Cebu City and enjoy a relaxing stay at Crown Regency Hotel and Towers – Cebu. To get the best rates, travelers must visit http://www.crownregencyhotelandtowers.com/.

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Crown Regency Hotel and Towers – Cebu

Tower 1, Fuente Towers, Osmena Boulevard

Sta. Cruz, Cebu City 6000

Philippines

Phone Number: (032) 418-8888

About DirectWithHotels

DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking.

Bayfront Hotel Cebu Presents New Website With Upgraded Booking Engine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Cebu City, PHILIPPINES — Reserve your hotel room in Cebu directly at Bayfront Hotel Cebu's website to experience the convenience of its new reservation system that guarantees instant confirmation.

Powered by DirectWithHotels, the new website and booking process features:

• Quick and Easy-to-Follow Procedure
  Say goodbye to securing a reservation over countless emails. The website of this hotel in Cebu provides quick access to booking information in just one click. Log on to http://www.bayfronthotelcebu.com/, and press the “Check availability and prices” button. A set of easy-to-follow instructions will guide you through the rest of the process. Information about room amenities, booking policies, as well as promos and packages are also provided.
• Instant Confirmation
  Book online and get instant confirmation on your selected accommodation after an 8 percent prepayment. When the system successfully processes the transaction, you will also receive a confirmation email as reference. The remaining balance is payable at the hotel.
• Reliable Online Security
  The booking engine of the website is protected by DigiCert, Trustwave, and VeriSign, 3 of the most trusted security providers on the web.
• Simple modification/ cancellation
  Worry no more about sudden changes in your itinerary or flight schedules because modifying and canceling reservations will be simple and easy. However, specific policies may apply upon booking your Cebu accommodation, depending on the rate plans available.
  Stay in a welcoming accommodation with affordable rooms and a friendly staff at Bayfront Hotel Cebu. This iconic midrise hotel sits at the center of the thriving business district in Cebu City, and is minutes away from malls, offices, and transportation centers. Choose from 4 room configurations that suit your requirement: Standard, Superior, Suite, and Barkada Room. Each one is fitted cable TV, Wi-Fi and LAN Internet access, hot and cold shower, mini-bar, refrigerator, and writing desk. The hotel also has facilities that will ensure a productive and enjoyable stay. These include a restaurant, fitness room, convenience store, and meeting rooms.

For more information about the services and promos of Bayfront Hotel Cebu, visit the hotel's website at http://www.bayfronthotelcebu.com/.

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Bayfront Hotel Cebu

Kaohsiung St. North Reclamation Area

Cebu City, 6000

Philippines

Phone Number: +63-32-2306777

About DirectWithHotels

DirectWithHotels is in the business of making selling online simple and more profitable for hotels. Since 2005, we’ve helped over 1000 Hotel Partners (and counting) in 50 countries worldwide increase their direct bookings online. We attract visitors and drive traffic direct to their hotel websites with tactical online marketing, convert these visitors into bookers with a top-performing booking engine, and manage increasing reservations with an easy-to-use web interface. All this at a fixed, performance-based fee of just 10% for every direct booking. To know more about us, visit https://plus.google.com/105986890039071165998/.

5 Thrilling Activities to Make Your Singapore Vacation One for the Ages

Staying in a cozy accommodation in Singapore for a few days with your buddies? Don't just visit the usual attractions. Try these thrilling activities that will make your vacation one for the ages.

1. Sing your heart out

Let everyone hear you sing your favorite tunes at a KTV bar. Travelers who don't mind having fun in a no-frills environment can drop by at Cash Studio, Teo Heng, or Topone KTV. These spots offer the karaoke enjoyment you seek without the hefty price tag. For groups who want to drink and be merry while singing along to their favorite tracks, K Box, K Suites, and Party World are the perfect destinations.

2. Shop late at night at Mustafa Centre

Don't have the time to shop in the morning? Then why not at 4 am? Mustafa Centre, Singapore's only 24-hour shopping mall, offers a lot of items from groceries and jeweleries to electronic items and DVDs. Rare Indian products are also on sale. The biggest catch here is that almost all of the items are sold at low prices, so shopaholics can rejoice and call this place heaven.

3. Taste locally brewed beers at hawker centers

If you thought the only local beer in Singapore is Tiger Beer because it's mostly offered at hawker centers, then you're mistaken. A lot of breweries have started producing their own, and these can surely give that genuine local taste. If you're staying at Hotel Clover in Singapore you can drop by the Chinatown Complex, which is only 3 minutes away, and check out The Good Beer. Another local brand, Jungle Beer, has also joined the act. The folks here offer a monthly free-flow of samples and brewery tour. Just be sure you'll make it back to your Singapore boutique hotel safely.

4. Go urban ghost hunting

For an extreme way to have fun at night, go urban ghost hunting at the infamous Old Changi Hospital. If you think this is an all too popular spot, go off the beaten path and make a night full of scary memories at Neo Tiew Estate or the Old Seletar Airbase. There are also the different colored houses, red in Pasir Ris, green in Hill View, and white in Punggol, that can give the same frightening experience. Don't forget to bring your camera because your video might just be the next hit in YouTube.

5. Learn an interesting new skill

If you're tired of the usual way to break a sweat like running or training at gym, then go for something out of the ordinary. Try the excitement of circus arts with FlyAcro @ GymKraft. The instructors here are the ones that used to teach the performers of Circus Swingapore. Better yet, impress your friends with a new cocktail recipe you've mastered at Drink Dings. The pros here offer basic bartending courses. Now you can compare your concoction to the drinks served at a fancy accommodation in Singapore.