The much-anticipated Andaz One Bangkok hotel is now open! This constitutes a distinctive new lifestyle experience for curious urban travellers seeking to make …
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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Hotel NewsHotel OpeningsHotel WellnessThailand
Exclusive villa-only resort extension: Centara Karon Villas Phuket
by Joakim Persson 1 minutes readCentara 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
by Joakim Persson 8 minutes readUnsurprisingly, 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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Bar BlogHappy Hour BarsHotel BarsSingapore
Carlton Hotel Singapore’s Tux Bar celebrates the local rich heritage via signature cocktails
by Joakim Persson 6 minutes readTUX Bar Singapore review: Happy Hour Asia can think of few waterholes better placed than this particular hotel bar lounge when it comes …
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Dining ReviewsThailand
Join the Caravan for delicious Central Asian cuisine served in Pattaya, Thailand
by Joakim Persson 6 minutes readCaravan 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
by Joakim Persson 2 minutes readVietnam Airlines Copenhagen flight news: Discover the airlines’ newest route from Ho Chi Minh City to Copenhagen, connecting two vibrant global hubs. The …
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Hotel DiningHotel EventsRestaurant NewsThailand
Rossini’s latest Wine Dinner invitation: ‘A Journey Across Italy’
by Joakim Persson 2 minutes readThe latest Rossini’s Italian Wine Dinner at Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel takes place on 26 September 2025. Some journeys can …
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Hotel EventsHotel NewsMalaysia
40th mooncake festival on offer at Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur in 2025
by Joakim Persson 5 minutes readShangri-La Kuala Lumpur mooncake festival marks its 40th anniversary! As lanterns begin to glow and the moon prepares to rise in its full …
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Dining ReviewsHHA Articles/NewsHotel Brunches & BuffetsHotel DiningSingapore
Refurbished Dolce Vita Singapore restaurant: delectable new menu, leisurely dining
by Joakim Persson 7 minutes readReview Dolce Vita restaurant Singapore: It’s truly a delight to return to Mandarin Oriental Singapore’s Italian attraction! This flagship dining hotel ristorante is …
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HHA Articles/NewsHotel ReviewsServiced ApartmentsThailand
Ascott Embassy Sathorn Bangkok: a very complete lifestyle, dining and drinking destination
by Joakim Persson 7 minutes readReview Ascott Embassy Sathorn Bangkok: It is a delight for Happy Hour Asia (HHA) to be getting into doing more coverage also of …
