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The Indispensable Travel Industry Read Feature Highlight The Hospitality Industry in Vietnam Vol. 2 Issue 31 | 04 October 2011 | www.travelweeklyweb.com | Published by Travel & Meetings Group, Ten Alps Communications Asia Pte Ltd EDITOR'S PICK Laguna Lang Co News Page 2 Captions please........ Far East Hospitality launches Oasia Page 3 Mandarin Oriental, Paris makes a stunning debut with a star studded gala opening party MANDARIN Orie nt al , P a ris celebrated its entry into Paris society yesterday wi th a glamorous gala attended by more than 500 celebrities, dignitaries and society guests. Located on rue Saint-Honoré, one of the most fashionable streets in the world, surrounded by haute couture and only a few steps away from the city's famous attractions, the red carpet event drew a stellar crowd. Celebrities included: Alain Delon. Liam Neeson; Maggie Cheung; Vanessa Mae; Kenzo Takada; Helene Grimaud; Bruno Frisoni; Pierre Gagnaire; Mireille Darc; Patricia Kaas; Frank Leboeuf; Aurélie Dupont and Julie Depardieu just to name a few. Guests were treated to a delight- ful evening of entertainment which in- cluded a performance from inter- nationally renowned virtuoso violinist Vanessa Mae, an amazing display by the award winning Guangzhou Acrobatic Troupe of China and a "dance of the fans" invoked by choreographer Blanca Li, whose show was inspired by Mandarin Oriental's fan symbol. "This chic gala was the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of our luxury brand to Paris," said Edouard Ettedgui, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group chief executive. "We look forward to welcoming guests to our newest address, and to establishing the hotel as a benchmark in the city for service excellence, elegance and style," he added. Mandarin Oriental, Paris is situated on one of the most fashionable streets in the world, Rue Saint -Honoré, surrounded by haute couture and steps from the Louvre. To this distinguished location the hotel has introduce a fresh creativity in every aspect; interiors that combine natural elements with oriental inf luences, a dining experience by Thierry Marx and Mandarin Oriental's legendary service. The hotel features 99 luxurious rooms and 39 suites offering guests an exclusive and eminently stylish Parisian experience. Interiors are amongst the most spacious in the capi tal and combine Parisian sophistication with art deco details.

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