Where are you going next?
Aug 25, 2018, 12:30 am
#3511
Join Date: Oct 2010
Programs: Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 404
Yeah I'm going to SF for a meeting with work, StR didn't even reply to my RFI - I did a quick benchmark and RC was the most reasonable out of the top picks, although all of the hotels were nickel and diming us hard (29 bucks for a bottle of Evian and such...). So I'm prolonging the stay with some vacation time and got a good deal.
NYC I found out that travelling around Christmas give insane prices and I just can't stand paying 5x the rate for a worse hotel than the asian equivalent, so I'll probably go highend 4-star or lowend 5-star and stay away from the hotel as much as possible.
Bangkok - Going with your recommendation! MO it is!
Dubai - Still undecided, but FS Jumeirah is very very tempting.
Any drawbacks with FS JB I should know of? The small ridiculous things like O&O the Palm and the no drinks/food at the pool area puts me off completely. The marina seems to be an awesome area, I'll look into it deeper.
Thanks for allt he advice, you guys are awesome!
NYC I found out that travelling around Christmas give insane prices and I just can't stand paying 5x the rate for a worse hotel than the asian equivalent, so I'll probably go highend 4-star or lowend 5-star and stay away from the hotel as much as possible.
Bangkok - Going with your recommendation! MO it is!
Dubai - Still undecided, but FS Jumeirah is very very tempting.
Any drawbacks with FS JB I should know of? The small ridiculous things like O&O the Palm and the no drinks/food at the pool area puts me off completely. The marina seems to be an awesome area, I'll look into it deeper.
Thanks for allt he advice, you guys are awesome!
For O&O, I haven’t stayed and is the last on my Dubai list but you have ferry access to the land side O&O and you’re in the Palm / Marina area which has a ton of nightlife.
Dont think theres a right or wrong decision in this one!
ps great choice in MO Bangkok; stayed there last year and it was every bit as refined and luxe as it’s been talked about here. Would try to snag a room in the Garden Wing and definitely enjoy a few cocktails at the Bamboo Bar for me
Aug 26, 2018, 11:50 am
#3512
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: LA / NYC
Programs: Amex Platinum, SPG Gold, HHonors Gold, AA Platinum Pro, Hertz Gold, National Exec
Posts: 87
I disappeared for a bit, but greatly appreciate people's input to my Bhutan trip! We are booked to do the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" package with COMO uma paro, which will consist of stays in the paro and punakha properties, as well as Gangtey Lodge in October. Super excited about this trip!
Aug 27, 2018, 9:51 am
#3513
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: IAD/DCA
Posts: 31,797
Aug 27, 2018, 6:18 pm
#3514
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Enroute to ? & likely flying in ' A ':)
Programs: TPPS, UA, EK ...; Marriott BONVOY , HH, GP, GC..
Posts: 4,217
Sorting AMAN sequence for ‘ 19 .
That is why I am planning on going next year before that happens & more changes with Aman GMs ( already happening ) , when Paul L is settled there , in Zoe .
Doubt can make it in April though , more likely September before another cruise with AmanSS , etcetera after in October .
Then there is RWC in October too so has to be before that . If to include AmanTokyo again or skip .. should I attempt making it to Giri yet again / perhaps Yara .. decisions , decisions
( Do we get to Galla / Wella in January ? )
Waiting to hear about the flights to Page again , what options we have to fly from
That is why I am planning on going next year before that happens & more changes with Aman GMs ( already happening ) , when Paul L is settled there , in Zoe .
Doubt can make it in April though , more likely September before another cruise with AmanSS , etcetera after in October .
Then there is RWC in October too so has to be before that . If to include AmanTokyo again or skip .. should I attempt making it to Giri yet again / perhaps Yara .. decisions , decisions
( Do we get to Galla / Wella in January ? )
Waiting to hear about the flights to Page again , what options we have to fly from
Last edited by FlyerEC; Aug 27, 2018 at 7:18 pm Reason: Typo , add information
Aug 27, 2018, 6:27 pm
#3515
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Southern California, USA
Programs: Marriott Ambassador and LTT, UA Plat/LT Gold, AA Gold
Posts: 8,764
We're officially booked for our first ever return to any Aman: Amangiri in late Jan 2019 for my birthday. Air con should be less of an issue. 
Aug 27, 2018, 6:39 pm
#3516
Community Director Emerita
Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Anywhere warm
Posts: 33,739
Aug 27, 2018, 7:18 pm
#3517
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Enroute to ? & likely flying in ' A ':)
Programs: TPPS, UA, EK ...; Marriott BONVOY , HH, GP, GC..
Posts: 4,217
Sorting AMAN sequence for ‘ 19 .
That is why I am planning on going next year before that happens & more changes with Aman GMs ( already happening ) , when Paul L is settled there , in Zoe .
Doubt can make it in April though , more likely September before another cruise with AmanSS , etcetera after in October .
Then there is RWC in October too so has to be before that . If to include AmanTokyo again or skip .. should I attempt making it to Giri yet again / perhaps Yara .. decisions , decisions
( Do we get to Galla / Wella in January ? )
Waiting to hear about the flights to Page again , what options we have to fly from
Aug 27, 2018, 7:23 pm
#3518
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Southern California, USA
Programs: Marriott Ambassador and LTT, UA Plat/LT Gold, AA Gold
Posts: 8,764
Last edited by bhrubin; Aug 28, 2018 at 12:21 am
Aug 28, 2018, 12:15 am
#3519
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 26
Next trip booked on the docket for Spring:
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
Aug 28, 2018, 8:19 am
#3520
formerly htang333
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Wi-Fi
Programs: Virtuoso, Top Ranked: Four Seasons (Top 25 Advisor), AMAN (Top 50), Rosewood, Hyatt Prive, etc.
Posts: 1,455
Next trip booked on the docket for Spring:
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
Was just at Amanfayun and Aman Tokyo in July.
I visited Amanfayun with high hopes as many of my clients and others here loved it. However, it was one of my most disappointing Aman stays to date. Mainly, there's no GM there and I think it's starting to really impact the experience. No greetings or directions on arrival. Breakfast was embarrassingly poor quality and variety was minimal. Not to discourage you from going but I think it would be good to manage your expectations and know that it may not reflect the standards of the better Asian Amans. i.e. Amankila, Amanoi, etc...
Aman Tokyo was great, and we loved our 2nd visit. However, that's also a unique Aman. Looks like you'll just need to visit Amankila or Amanoi at some point
Safe travels!
Aug 28, 2018, 11:03 am
#3521
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Parts Unknown
Posts: 10,050
Next trip booked on the docket for Spring:
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
Shanghai (Peninsula Shanghai) ->
Hangzhou (Amanfayun) ->
Beijing (Peninsula Beijing) ->
Osaka (St Regis Osaka) ->
Kyoto (Hiiragiya) ->
Tokyo (Aman Tokyo)
Not only my longest trip ever, but also first time staying at an Aman hotel and I couldn't be more excited (lived in Asia part time for the past 4 years and somehow have never made my way to any Aman...). Currently looking for special/unique activities to do with the hotels/destinations, any recommendations appreciated!
I would definitely choose one of the Indonesian Amans for a true taste of what Aman can offer.
Aug 28, 2018, 5:10 pm
#3522
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Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: IAD/DCA
Posts: 31,797
Aug 28, 2018, 5:58 pm
#3523
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Enroute to ? & likely flying in ' A ':)
Programs: TPPS, UA, EK ...; Marriott BONVOY , HH, GP, GC..
Posts: 4,217
How perceptive Kagehitokiri
Was waiting to see when you would be chiming in . Not sure if it is public yet . Think I can post about the changes in a few days , along with some others ( possibly indicated above too ) . Then there are no GMs at Fayun & ASP . The YY HM has also moved to Puri . Hope whoever will be GMs are AMAN veterans or have the DNA ..
Though the new Puri GM is from Pen ..