Art and Culture in Seoul

South Korea's landmark hotel, The Shilla Seoul, is offering a series of packages this summer focusing on art and culture. The Shilla's standard "Summer Savings" package offers luxury accommodation with double occupancy, breakfast for two, a room upgrade and more. Valid from July 1 to August 31, this package is priced at US$227 a night on weekdays and US$292 on weekends for a superior room. Or choose the "Leading Arts & Culture" package featuring luxury accommodation, breakfast and tickets to Seoul's celebrated Leeum Samsung Museum of Art plus a comprehensive city tour of Seoul's historic and cultural attractions. Priced at US$286 for a deluxe room, or US$330 for an executive deluxe room, this deal is valid until December 31, 2007 with room upgrades available for guests staying over three nights. www.shilla.net

Pool Villa Specials

One of Vietnam's most luxurious new resorts, The Nam Hai, Hoi An, is celebrating its first summer season with a complimentary night for guests who book before August 31. Three nights for the price of two or four nights for the price of three are on offer at this five-star retreat in central Vietnam. Those booking for four nights at the oceanfront resort are also treated to a complimentary upgrade to an exclusive pool villa with its own private infinity pool. The upgrade includes "club" bonuses featuring butler and limousine service. www.thenamhai.com

Boutique Digs

Accor opens the Pudi Boutique Hotel-Fuxing Parc Shanghai this month, catering to high-end corporate guests and elite leisure travelers. Designed by a French firm, the interior is unique and modern, with the rooms offering a minimum of 50 sq. meters. To celebrate the opening, special rates of ¥1,880 per night are being offered until the end of August. www.accorhotels.com