Internationals are Riding High in China

2014-04-16 15:59

An Amazing Statistic: Every two weeks, there is a new international brand hotel in China opening to the public. Many of them luxury brands. More and more hotel chains are staking a claim on the burgeoning Chinese market with their luxury hotel brands.

St Regis Hotel Lhasa

Built in Lhasa Tibet at 12,000 feet above sea level, St. Regis Lhasa is one of the highest luxury hotels in the world. The St. Regis was designed with the regions ecology, economy and history in mind. With sustainable features including solar panels, locally-sourced produce and herbs for the resort's three signature restaurants, as well as an underground water recycling system.

Shangri-la Hotel Lhasa

The brand new Shangri-La Hotel Lhasa, a copy of Lost Horizon by James Hilton, the legendary story of Shangri-La, a paradise for travellers high among the Himalayas. On the cool patio of the Lodgers Lounge, overlooking the city and majestic mountains, enjoy a cup of tea while reading the book. Afterwards, adjust to Lhasa's altitude with a visit to the hotel's unique oxygen lounge and reflexology pavilion.

When is the Best Time

Generally the period from April to October is the best time to visit Tibet. Since Lhasa is located at such a high altitude it is wise to be prepared before starting the journey.

What to Eat in Tibet

Tibet has unique food and drink due to its highland climate, religious beliefs and distinctive ethnic customs. Famous traditional food includes butter tea and fried flour. Tibetans eat a lot of beef and mutton.

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