Raffles Bali invites travellers to experience the magic of Nyepi – the Balinese day of silence Raffles Bali, set within a majestic 23-hectare …
Joakim Persson
Joakim Persson
The Happy Hour Asia (HHA) founder himself is a media (journalism and music) and marketing devotee of sorts and who is constantly growing his insights and understanding about all sectors of interest being covered, or that ought to be covered and shared with the readership. It is for him a never-ending journey of discoveries, learning and growth. Digital content creation and marketing, storytelling, and social media are in focus and also includes such consultancy services. To him work is a lifestyle, and lifestyle equals HHA. As for hospitality and travel he has done coverage for decades, primarily within Southeast Asia, while also spreading his wings though HHA’s vast coverage for HHA. Seeking those ’Joie de vivre’ momens is always there, and to share those Happy Hour experiences/offers, whatever they may consist in within the topics of coverage, is key; in fact a core mission. His personal avourite topics for coverage: upmarket hotels and restauants; excuisite design; beach clubs; rooftops; club lounges; bars and mixologists; chefs and cuisine; luxury destinations; festivals; unique concierge tips; and more. The enthusiam and passion for his favourite topics and lifestyle goals are second to none. Whenever there is a need/chance he also happily takes on assignments to provide his music curator expertise and discerning DJ music (based on a life-long love for music) service for discerning venues within the hospitality sector, as ’Deep Joaquin’.
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EventsMusic ClubsThailand
FAC51 The Haçienda manager Paul “Fletch” Fletcher on bringing their electronic music concept to Bangkok
As Bangkok is gearing up for a huge underground music night hosted by the legendary Manchester (U.K) nightclub concept, Happy Hour Asia caught …
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Afternoon TeaHHA Articles/NewsHotel BarsHotel Brunches & BuffetsHotel DiningHotel ReviewsSingapore
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court at Clarke Quay: popular and superbly located resort-style hotel
Paradox Singapore hotel review: Happy Hour Asia has had the pleasure of staying at one of this interesting and relatively new brand’s properties …
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Beach DestinationsChefsDining ReviewsGourmetHHA Articles/NewsHotel DiningHotel EventsResortsThailand
Six chef hands joined forces for exceptional ‘Italian Table’ night at JW Marriott Khao Lak
The Italian Table JW Marriott Khao Lak seaside resort’s ‘Three Chefs, Two Cities, One Table’ celebration presented an unforgettable night with Mediterranean cuisine. …
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ÆTHER rooftop lounge bar: With its launch on 19 December a new alfresco cocktail experience has arrived at the heart of Bangkok’s Silom …
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Hotel BarsHotel DiningHotel NewsHotel OpeningsHotel PreviewsThailand
Andaz One Bangkok hotel opens, reinterpreting local architecture, culture
The much-anticipated Andaz One Bangkok hotel is now open! This constitutes a distinctive new lifestyle experience for curious urban travellers seeking to make …
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Hotel NewsHotel OpeningsHotel WellnessThailand
Exclusive villa-only resort extension: Centara Karon Villas Phuket
Centara Karon Villas Phuket is launched in December 2025, as an exclusive villa-only extension located next to Centara Karon Resort Phuket, just a …
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Bar BlogDining ReviewsHHA Articles/NewsSingapore
Discerning The Lobby Lounge, Singapore: second-to-none heritage food and cocktail creations
Unsurprisingly, there are many venues titled ‘lobby lounge’, but here is The Lobby Lounge review – of an opulent hotel venue situated in …
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Dining ReviewsThailand
Join the Caravan for delicious Central Asian cuisine served in Pattaya, Thailand
Caravan restaurant Pattaya review: Housed within a uniquely hidden gem in the city-like seaside destination of Pattaya – Let’s Hyde resort – also …
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Airline NewsVietnam
Vietnam Airlines launches direct flight between Ho Chi Minh City and Copenhagen, Denmark
Vietnam Airlines Copenhagen flight news: Discover the airlines’ newest route from Ho Chi Minh City to Copenhagen, connecting two vibrant global hubs. The …
