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Editor's Pick (TOP LEFT) LLUSTRATION: GETTY IMAGES MAY-JUN 2018 45 MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS MCMAG-ASIA.COM N estled in the heart of the City Hall precinct, Swissotel The Stamford oers easy access to shops, restaurants, attractions and business facilities, making it a perfect choice for both leisure and business travellers. Swiss finesse A well-designed room can oer that sense of relaxation craved by busy delegates. With this in mind, the hotel embarked on a multi-million dollar overhaul to all of its 1,261 guestrooms and suites. After completing Phase 1 last October, Swiss Alps- inspired Premier Rooms and Premier Harbour View Rooms were introduced. A key highlight is the implementation of Philips RoomFlex – a customisable room control system that allows guests to select their desired lighting scene, room temperature and services such as "do not disturb" or laundry pick-up at the touch of a button. Sustainability also features prominently with motion sensors that help conserve electricity and air-conditioning tted with a green mode setting. Crowning glory Planners do not have to look far for an unforgettable experience to cap o a day of meetings. Conveniently located on the hotel's 71st and 72nd oors is Bar Rouge, the rst international outpost of Shanghai's glamorous rooftop nightclub brand which opened last September. Look forward to an electrifying club atmosphere made possible by acrobatic and pole dance performances, intoxicating beats spun by local and guest DJs, and an eclectic roster of theme nights – think 'Popstars 80's & 90's" and 'Girls Night Out'. For an exclusive experience, the 50-seater VIP mezzanine has the option of VIP bottle service tables. Already popular for its varied event venues, the hotel takes things up a notch with new F&B concepts and refreshed rooms. What's serving? Food plays a big part in the hotel's lifestyle experience with 15 restaurants and bars to cater to all budgets and preferences. Keeping things fresh is the latest addition of The Stamford Brasserie, which opened recently in April; it is a bistro dining, beer bar and takeaway concept all rolled in one. Taking on the vibes of a classic French Brasserie, this multi-concept F&B venue beckons with its rustic all-day dining menu. Take comfort from handmade, seasonal produce found in signatures such as Country-Style Ragout and House-made Gnocchi, and wash them down with the selection of 22 craft beers and six draught beers on oer. Those in a hurry can select from sumptuous grab- and-go items including The Traditional Shepherd's Lamb Pie and baked Taproot Salad. Bar Rouge. WORDS LEE XIN HUI FAST FACTS Total event size: Over 6,500 sqm (Raffles City Convention Centre) Total event venues: 27 meeting venues Contact: conventions. singapore@fairmont. com "Conveniently located on the hotel's 71st and 72nd floors is Bar Rouge, the first international outpost of Shanghai's glamorous rooftop nightclub brand." Swissôtel The Stamford Country-Style Ragout.

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