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Amanjunkie
Did not know about this, but doesn't sound entirely believable. I hate to say this about a country, but it's not unheard of for police there to bring out bogus charges in hopes for a pay-out.
Am actually looking to go to Amanpulo next week for our wedding anniversary. Yes, I know it's rainy season, but the 14 day forecast looks promising with only 1 day of rain in the 6 days we are looking to be there, and we have been longing to go for a long time!
On that note, does anyone have any news on the Aman in Beijing? Will it be open this year? We will be attending the last week of the Olympics in August, and though we already have hotel reservations, could easily give those up if it means staying at an Aman.
The Aman at Summer Palace, Beijing has 8 rooms and 10 courtyard rooms, most with kingsize four poster and armoire in Ming dynasty style. 25 suites are furnished in Ming style and most are junior-suite layout, but some have separate bedrooms. Bathrooms have island tubs, big showerts, plus dressing area with Ming style closets. The Imperial Suite has 3 separate buildings, so good for a business get-together. It even has its own spa room.
Restaurants - the Lounge, overlooking traditional courtyard - all-day dining.
Naoki - like Amanpuri, Japanese/French Kaseki food inspired by Naoki Okumura.
The Grill - Western food, beef, lamb, fish, but also open for breakfast.
The Chinese Restaurant - broken up into 9 separate units, so very private.
Plus The Spa, Fitness (including indoor lap pool), Library, boutique and all the other Aman things.
Opening end September if all goes well.