This Life is Like a Guest - Luxury Hotel

Author: Wu Qiong
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Publish Date: 2007-02-01
Features: This is a travel book in the "Elsewhere" series. It introduces foreign cultures through the theme of hotels, featuring eight famous hotels including the Atheneum in Paris, Berkeley Hotel in London, and Tsutaya Hotel in Tokyo. These hotels are almost exclusively designed by renowned architects, effectively reflecting the designers' concepts and giving each hotel a unique architectural culture. They range from luxurious to minimalist to Japanese-style. In addition to their unique architectural culture, the distinctive features of each hotel add to their charm. For example: Atheneum offers a "shopping menu" and shoe-shining services specifically for gentlemen who are too busy to choose gifts for their wives and children; Berkeley Hotel in London is known for its classic cuisine and afternoon tea; Tsutaya Hotel in Tokyo provides guests with the thoughtful service of being able to continue using their rooms until checkout, allowing them to experience a warm and welcoming atmosphere and the essence of life elsewhere. This book is not just a small brochure about hotels. Its unique perspective and vivid descriptions of hotel architectural culture, ethnic customs, and special services give it a strong cultural flavor.