Few resorts on the island of Phuket, and its Patong beach in particular, have stood the test of time like Holiday Inn Resort …
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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HHA Articles/NewsHotel DiningHotel ReviewsMalaysiaSignature Hotels
Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur both embraces and reflects historic neighbourhood
by Joakim Persson 8 minutes readRustic charm, convivial ambience, a new journey of culinary discovery, red brick arcades, traditional French tea time, a reflection of a neighbourhood’s rich …
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HHA Articles/NewsHotel Brunches & BuffetsHotel DiningResortsThailand
Sumptuous seafood buffet at Hilton Phuket Arcadia resort
by Joakim Persson 2 minutes readSunset bliss and seaside dining and drinking can be achieved with perfection in Kamala beach, Phuket and more precisely at Ocean Beach Club.This …
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Dining ReviewsHHA Articles/NewsHotel Brunches & BuffetsHotel DiningThailand
Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town presents sumptuous buffets and brunch
by Joakim Persson 3 minutes readThere is hardly a more laidback, low-slung and cosy city centre to be found in Thailand than Phuket town, also with avery interesting …
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HHA Articles/NewsHotel BarsHotel DiningHotel ReviewsSignature HotelsSingapore
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore hotel: business and bubbles in splendour
by Joakim Persson 13 minutes read(Slightly revised, based on previous coverage from November, 2011 and May 2014.)Mandarin Oriental Singapore hotel: hospitality at its finest is available from this …
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Bar BlogBar EventsHHA Articles/NewsMalaysia
Discretion and privacy offered by The Cove bar, Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur
by Joakim Persson 3 minutes readUpon a visit to the capital of Malaysia, Happy Hour Asia paid a visit to The Cove bar for an evening happy hour …
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Club LoungesHHA Articles/NewsHotel ReviewsSignature HotelsSingapore
Splendid InterContinental Singapore hotel Keeps Peranakan Culture Alive
by Joakim Persson 13 minutes read(Revamped review, originally from January 2010.) When staying with InterContinental Singapore, just as in the TV commercial from InterContinental Hotels we could ask …
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HHA Articles/NewsHotel ReviewsResorts
Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort: dining, drinking, relaxation at the centre
by Joakim Persson 15 minutes readAfter a hiatus Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort is very much in operation again, featuring refurbished, aside rooms, also news food and beverage concepts. …
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HHA Articles/NewsHotel DiningHotel ReviewsMalaysia
G Hotel Gurney, Penang – George Town’s modern hotel for business, leisure, shopping
by Joakim Persson 10 minutes readG as in ‘Georgetown’ and G as in ‘Gurney’; these names fittingly symbolises what the ‘G’ in G Hotel stands for – G …
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Bar EventsHHA Articles/NewsHotel BarsThailand
Mai cocktail event held at Rosewood Phuket
by Joakim Persson 2 minutes readHappy Hour Asia attended a drinking evening event in style on a December Friday 2021 at Rosewood Phuket’s poolside lounge MAI.At ‘MAI Social …
