Sands Lifestyle Establishes Full Cooperation
with Condé Nast Traveler China

The magazine's 10th anniversary celebration and 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony held at The Londoner Macao;
'Sands Lifestyle' showcases multi-faceted capabilities through exciting activities

(Macao, Nov. 7, 2023) – Sands Lifestyle in cooperation with Condé Nast Traveler China, a luxury and lifestyle travel magazine published by Condé Nast, presented the 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony and a series of other exciting events at The Londoner Macao on November 3, 2023. This is the first time that the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List, hailed as the 'gold standard' of service and hospitality by travellers worldwide, was unveiled in Macao.

Other firsts included the editors-in-chief and representatives of Condé Nast Traveler's seven global editions being invited to gather in Macao for a three-day, two-night journey, joined by hotel and travel industry experts, celebrities, media representatives and social media influencers. An array of activities was also held to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Condé Nast Traveler China, including a sharing session, City Walk and creative video shooting showcasing the multi-faceted capabilities of Sands Lifestyle and the rich diversity of Macao as a 'World Centre of Tourism and Leisure' in the spheres of gastronomy, travel, entertainment and culture.

Dr. Wilfred Wong, President and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd., said, "We are delighted to join hands with Condé Nast Traveler China on a wide range of activities, including hosting the prestigious Gold List Ceremony. Condé Nast Traveler China embodies a perfect fusion of leisure and sophistication, and spontaneity and tradition, which echoes Sands Lifestyle's mission to enrich travel experiences and add a joyful spark to life. Sands China has always been committed to providing our guests with a wealth of travel and holiday experiences, and creating exceptional journeys tailored to the aspirational desires of each guest. This collaboration also demonstrates Sands China's firm support for the Macao Government Tourism Office's tourism + cross-sector integration initiative, and will help further consolidate and enhance the visibility and influence of Macao as a diversified travel destination through domestic and international media coverage."

Condé Nast Traveler China was launched in March 2013, and has since become the go-to reference for high-end travellers. With the motto of 'Truth in Travel', the magazine covers not only destinations, hotels, food and wine, road trips, aviation, travel etiquette and business travel, but also travel clothing, shopping, beauty and travel lifestyle.

"Condé Nast Traveler China was founded a decade ago, and first released the Gold List the following year," said Shawn Ong, Head of Editorial Content at Condé Nast Traveler China. "The hotels on this list have become increasingly appealing over the past decade. With the Gold List 2023, we are showing respect for all the people in the hotel industry, including all colleagues present, because of your dedication. Great hotels are now helping us gain a better understanding of our cities and experience urban lifestyles. My gratitude goes to my friends at Sands China, as The Londoner Macao has made the hotel itself a fascinating space where one feels at home. I also want to thank Macao, a cultural melting pot, for continuously bringing us nice surprises like never before and allowing us to discover the greatness of travel."

City Walk through Macao, an East-meets-West city with infinite charm
On Nov. 2 and 3, a classic green newsstand popped up outside The Londoner Macao, next to the iconic Original 1966 London Bus. The newsstand distributed Condé Nast Traveler China magazines and the limited-edition Condé Nast Traveler x Sands Daily free of charge to visitors to The Londoner Macao, conveying the vigour and verve of Macao to every reader.

The editors-in-chief and representatives of Condé Nast Traveler's seven global editions meanwhile embarked on a fascinating journey in Macao, including Shawn Ong, Head of Editorial Content, CNT China; Maddalena Fossati, Head of Editorial Content, CNT Italy; David Moralejo, Head of Editorial Content, CNT Spain; Salil Deshpande, Head of Editorial Content, CNT India; Matthew Buck, Global Visual Director, CNT UK; Clare Dight, Features Director, CNT ME; and Taylor Eisenhauer, Editorial Operations Manager, CNT US. Also participating were a host of global hospitality experts, film and television stars and influencers. Guests were also taken on a 'City Walk' to immerse in the East-meets-West vibes of Macao, and experience the infinite charm of the city.

Staying at The Londoner Hotel and Londoner Court, they enjoyed unparalleled accommodation and next-level butler experiences, including having their newspapers ironed by the butler. They also took in the numerous British touches and enjoyed an international buffet at The Residence – exclusive club for The Londoner Hotel, or savoured global and Chinese delicacies at The Kensington, an exclusive dining space for Londoner Court guests with panoramic views over Cotai Strip.

'On the Scene' at The Londoner Macao pays tribute to hospitality industry practitioners
Three tailor-made tours took eight celebrities, including actors and actresses Duan Yihong, Celina Jade, Bowie Lam, Isabella Leong, Connor Leong and Wang Jiachen, singers Momo Wu and Lin Mo, on an immersive experience of The Londoner Macao's classic British style, The Parisian Macao's chic romance and The Venetian Macao's 'City of Water' ambience. A series of creative videos and photos themed 'On the Scene' were shot at The Londoner Macao, featuring in-depth content that brings the behind-the-scenes story of the perfect travel experience to the forefront, paying tribute to everyone who works in the hospitality industry.

Experts share insights on the key attributes of exceptional hotels
On the morning of Nov. 3, a sharing session with the theme of 'What Makes a Great Hotel' was held at The Residence, The Londoner Hotel's exclusive club. CNT editors-in-chief and representatives shared the different characteristics of exceptional hotels from different perspectives such as landscape and site selection, aesthetic concept, brand image and service and hospitality. Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes and other MGTO representatives, Sands China executives including Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Resort Marketing DeVonne Iao and Senior Vice President of Hotel Operations Kris Kaminsky, also had an in-depth exchange with the speakers to discuss the deep connection between hotel, tourism and lifestyle.

A sublime end - 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony and Gala Dinner
On the evening of Nov. 3, the 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony and Gala Dinner was held at The Londoner Arena, showcasing the versatility of this multi-use venue. This year, The Londoner Hotel has been awarded the most influential 'China Top 10 Hotels' title.

For the Gala Dinner, expert chefs from five of Sands China's signature restaurants, The Huaiyang Garden, The Mews, Chiado, Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill and Churchill's Table, teamed up to create a feast that brought together delectable flavours from China's Huaiyang region, Thailand, Portugal and Britain, and demonstrated Macao's distinctive appeal as a UNESCO-designated 'Creative City of Gastronomy'.

During the Ceremony, the eight celebrities and media representatives announced the winners of the 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List and presented the awards. Finally, Momo Wu, a famed mainland Chinese singer, gave an electrifying performance and drew a successful end to the evening.

Photo caption: Sands Lifestyle in cooperation with Condé Nast Traveler China, a luxury and lifestyle travel magazine published by Condé Nast, held a series of other exciting events at The Londoner Macao on November 3, 2023. On the evening, the 2023 CNT Gold List Ceremony and Gala Dinner was held at The Londoner Macao's The Londoner Arena, showcasing the versatility of this multi-use venue. The Londoner Hotel has been awarded the most influential 'China Top 10 Hotels' title of this year.

(Bottom-left image, left to right): Grant Chum, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd.; Dr. Wilfred Wong, President and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd.; Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; and Shawn Ong, Head of Editorial Content at Condé Nast Traveler China.  

Photo caption: (Left) Dr. Wilfred Wong, President and Executive Director of Sands China Ltd., delivered a speech at the 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony.
(Right) Shawn Ong, Head of Editorial Content at Condé Nast Traveler China, delivered a speech at the 2023 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List Ceremony.
 

Photo caption: On Nov. 2 and 3, a classic green newsstand popped up outside The Londoner Macao, next to the iconic Original 1966 London Bus. The newsstand distributed Condé Nast Traveler China magazines and the limited-edition Condé Nast Traveler x Sands Daily free of charge to visitors to The Londoner Macao, conveying the vigour and verve of Macao to every reader.
 

Photo caption: On the morning of Nov. 3, a sharing session with the theme of 'What Makes a Great Hotel' was held at The Residence, The Londoner Hotel's exclusive club.