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Palette Nail Boutique tends to nails in a clean, safe and luxurious environment
Palette nail boutique at domus 16 condominium on Sukhumvit 16 features a modern, contemporary ambience achieved through the interplay of a black and white colour scheme. Its equally up-to-date services include manicure and pedicure, nail extension and nail art painting, as well as paraffin treatments. Six electronically operated mani-pedi massage chairs are available, while two rooms with built-in restrooms have been set aside for eyelash extensions and hair waxing services. Palette Nail Boutique, which also has a branch opposite Emporium Shopping Mall, adheres to strict sanitation standards that garnered it the Swiss Clean Certificate from popular nail-products company OPI. All manicure and pedicure equipment is sterilised at 170 degrees Celsius and packed in vacuum bags before each use. The ventilation system is also meticulously designed to ensure the 220-square-metre facility is free of nail polish odours. Palette Nail Botique at Domus opens daily from 10:00 am to 9:30 pm. Call 0-2259-5430.
New hotels elegant place for business
The second property to bear the Renaissance Hotels and Resorts brand in Thailand recently opened in Bangkok. Marriott International operates renaissance bangkok ratchaprasong hotel under a management agreement with Maneeya Realty Company. Giving its interior a unique character, the hotel opts for a marbletiled entrance, white oak floors and furniture crafted from blond African Tanganyika wood. The 333 rooms project warmth through their bright colours combined with large windows to create a lofty feel. To cater to corporate affairs the 11 meeting rooms are professionally designed with reception areas, open kitchens and a terrace were participants can take fresh air during breaks. The ballroom has ample space – 7,000 square feet plus 3,000 square feet of prefunction space – that incorporates stylish elements such as high ceilings, etched glass and chandeliers. Dining outlets include Flavors, Fei Ya, R Bar and La Tavola along with lounge areas Azure and H20, which is a pool bar overlooking Bangkok. Log onto www.renaissancebangkok. com.
Prestigious higher education earning all the credit
The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International was founded in 1916 with the goal of promoting quality business schools through an accreditation process. Joining the 759 accredited business schools in 35 countries since January this year is the sasin graduate institute of business administration of Chulalongkorn University. It is the first institution in Thailand to meet all 21 AACSB International standards that require it to work towards creating a teaching environment conducive to learning, a curriculum responsive to fast-changing business trends as well as a show of commitment to improve continuously. Accredited institutions are reviewed every five years to ensure they keep to the highest standard. To date, less than five percent of institutions worldwide have received this prestigious accreditation. Visit www.aacsb.edu.
Serviced residences perfectly situated home convenience
Targeting executives and their families, somerset sukhumvit thonglor boasts of being the largest serviced residence in the Thonglor area. The 262-unit development is strategically located 10 minutes from Thonglor BTS station and affords the convenience of being at the heart of business and entertainment options. A hospital and international schools are also nearby, making it an ideal destination for expat families. Somerset Sukhumvit Thonglor is luxuriously decorated, with room sizes ranging from 40 to 85 square metres. There are 156 studios, 90 one-bedroom accommodations and 16 two-bedroom units. All rooms are appointed with home entertainment systems, broadband internet, telephone with IDD as well as fully equipped kitchens. Other facilities include a gymnasium, swimming pool and jacuzzi. A special indoor playroom has been created for children, while the adults can take advantage of the apartment’s business facilities. Contact 0-2344-2500 or visit www.somerset.com