From a Chinese Tea masterclass in Hong Kong to a tour of Milan’s ateliers, these guest experiences guarantee a trip with a difference.
Five exceptional cultural experiences for Mandarin Oriental guests
Από Ianthe Butt
Ιανουάριος 16, 2023
To really get the inside track on your destination, sign up for one of Mandarin Oriental’s guest experiences. Calling on each hotel’s local know-how and connections, they offer a memorable glimpse into different cultures and traditions, whether it's turning hat-maker in Munich or desert-trekking in Abu Dhabi. We’ve chosen five unforgettable experiences - though plenty more adventures await - from paragliding to painting classes. Some are exclusively for Fans of M.O. – it’s free to sign up, and comes with a host of benefits.
Take a sidecar tour of Singapore
Singapore is a city of wonders, from the spiked Esplanade arts centre to the glitz and gardens of Marina Bay, dotted with futuristic Supertrees. The most glamorous way to take it all in? From the sidecar of a cherry-red, chauffeur-driven vintage Vespa on a tour set up by the team at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. The first adventure speeds you round the spots where Crazy Rich Asians was filmed, while the second explores the ever-charming enclave of Joo Chiat and Katong.
Meet Milan’s designers and makers
This is a city with an inimitable sense of style, and a design scene like no other. You’re at the centre of it all at Mandarin Oriental, Milan – a suitably chic bolthole, steps from the Duomo, whose rooms and suites are a masterclass in contemporary Milanese style. Ask the concierge for details of two exclusive tours with Artemest for a privileged peek inside the city’s ateliers, workshops and stores.
Take a tea masterclass in Hong Kong
Tea-drinking is an institution in Hong Kong, whether it’s yum cha (with a side of dim sum), or a comforting cup of tea. Confused? Help is at hand at Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, with a Chinese Tea masterclass for Fans of M.O. It’s a chance to sample a trio of exceptional Chinese teas, along with paired dim sum, at an intimate ceremony hosted by the resident Tea Master.
See Bangkok’s historic sites by bike
Cycling between Bangkok’s sights is a great way to see more of the city – especially with an expert guide taking the lead. Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok offers two bike tours. The Historical Bangkok route winds through Chinatown and past the golden-spired Grand Palace, before heading across the river to the iconic Temple of Dawn. The second route explores the maze of streets behind the New Road, followed by lunch and a longtail boat-ride back to the hotel.
Get the cogs turning in Geneva
Watchmaking is an art form in Switzerland, so where better to learn the secrets of the trade? If you’re staying at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva, the Watchmaker for a Day experience offers exactly that. It’s a chance to see behind the scenes at a watchmaker’s workshop, learning how to assemble a watch movement or even a timepiece of your own.
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