Tuesday, October 29, 2013

MANDARIN ORIENTAL HONG KONG, THE BEST AND OLDEST GRAND HOTEL IN HONG KONG, CELEBRATES ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, THE BEST AND OLDEST AND GRANDEST OF ALL GRAND DAME HOTELS IN HONG KONG, CELEBRATED ITS 50TH BIRTHDAY ON 17 OCTOBER 2013 WITH A STAR-STUDDED GUEST LIST AND STELLAR SHOW FOR A NIGHT TO REMEMBER FOR THE NEXT 50 YEARS!
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Fans of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong!
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George Osborne, Chancellor of the Exchequer
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Darcy Bussell and Boris Johnson
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Bryan Ferry performs for a very small, very very exclusive audience!


International stars, regional bigwigs, assorted tycoons and the obligatory local Hong Kong stars, actors, actresses, singers, entertainers and wealthy tai-tai congregated to celebrate this historic occasion since almost all would not be around (or in the mood if so) to toast Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong's 100th birthday in 2063.

Below are the amazing 3-D projections on MO HK.
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Happy 50th birthday, Mandarin Oriental HK! 
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The hotel facade featured the junk that brought trade, fame and fortune to Hong Kong 50 years ago
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The Grande Dame is a youthful 50!
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The ever changing facade of Mandarin Oriental HK's facade was a de facto tourist attraction
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Guests on Statue Square watching the stunning 3-D projections
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Boris Johnson, Mayor of London, took time to visit his ex-colony

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Darcey Bussell and Boris Johnson
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Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music performed at the gala. Too bad he is 68 and not 50 as that would be perfect!
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I love Bryan Ferry's oriental jacket
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Bryan Ferry with General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Edouard Ettedgui
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Edouard Ettedgui and Dame Helen Mirren
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Fans of MO HK!



MANDARIN ORIENTAL CELEBRATES 50 FANTASTIC YEARS
IN HONG KONG WITH A STAR-STUDDED GALA

Mandarin Oriental celebrated the 50th anniversary of its flagship Hong Kong property with a glamorous gala party yesterday.

To celebrate 50 fantastic years, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong welcomed over 800 celebrities, dignitaries and society guests from Hong Kong and around the world. Celebrities and VIPs included Mandarin Oriental fans Dame Helen Mirren, Maggie Cheung, Bryan Ferry, Vivienne Tam, Karen Mok, Mary McCartney, Frederick Forsyth, Caterina Murino, Darcey Bussell, and Sir David Tang. Notable guests from Hong Kong included Moses Chan, Aimee Chan, Hins Cheung, Michelle Wai, Kathy Chou, Ankie Beilke, Pansy Ho, Simon and Daisy Ho, Maisy Ho, Yvette Yuen, Ming Ho and Louisa Cheng, to name a few. Overseas guests included George Osborne, Boris Johnson, Olivier Krug and Pierre Gagnaire.

The magnificent evening began with a star-studded red carpet arrival in front of the hotel, which drew a stellar crowd. Guests were welcomed by Edouard Ettedgui, the Group’s Chief Executive, Jonas Schuermann, General Manager/Area Vice President, Operations and hotel colleagues. An extraordinary outdoor spectacle, fusing history, design and technology – three elements for which the Group is renowned – then took place.  A three-dimensional projection over the façade of the property traced the hotel’s history and beginnings in 1963 and the subsequent development of the Group into the global luxury brand that it is today.

“From our great beginning in 1963, our brand has grown to 45 luxury hotels in major global destinations,” said Edouard Ettedgui, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group’s Chief Executive. “It is fitting that tonight however; we pay tribute to our original flagship, our wonderful staff and our loyal guests. The service excellence and attention to detail given by our 850 colleagues each and every day is why this hotel is held in such high regard by so many people around the world,” he added.

Later in the evening, guests were treated to live performances by two of the Group’s celebrity fans, Hong Kong’s very own actress, singer and songwriter Karen Mok and the enigmatic Bryan Ferry. Menus were prepared by talented Executive Chef Uwe Opocensky and his team, and The City Contemporary Dance Company, showcased a “Dance of Golden Fans” choreographed by Willy Tsao.

François Curiel, President of Christie’s Asia auctioned off three outstanding prizes raising funds for local charities Mindset, The Hong Kong Red Cross and Hong Kong Cancer Fund.

This iconic hotel has long been in the heart and hearts of the Hong Kong people, and we are delighted that so many guests could join us to celebrate this momentous occasion,” said Jonas Schuermann, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong’s General Manager/Area Vice President, Operations.

About Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
The iconic Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is the epitome of contemporary luxury, combined with Oriental heritage. Having delighted guests with award-winning service and impressive facilities for 50 years, it is the much-loved address for those seeking an exclusive sanctuary in the heart of this exciting city. The spacious rooms and suites offer magnificent views of the famous Victoria Harbour and city skyline. A collection of 10 outstanding restaurants and bars, including two with Michelin stars, and a Shanghainese-inspired holistic spa, indoor pool and 24-hour fitness centre, make Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong the quintessential home away from home for discerning leisure and business travellers alike.


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Brandon and Jenny Chau
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Ankie Beilke
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Christina Ting and Tracy Chan
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MO Chef Pierre Gagnaire and billionaire Cecil Chao who offered HK$ 500 million to anyone who could get his lesbian daughter to marry him and 'cure' her
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Pierre Gagnaire and tycoon Cecil Chao
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Elisa Ghigo and Arnaud Barthelemy
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Francois Curiel, Benjamin Vuchot and Peter Cheung
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Francois Curiel, president of Christie's Asia auctions the prizes
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Julien Hui, Ming Ho and Sherman Tang
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Famous designer Vivienne Tam
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Lady Lucy and Sir David Tang
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Simon Ho, Pansy Ho and George Ho
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Ronald and Reggie Kwok
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Sherman Tang and Ming Ho
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Sally Lo and Robert Lo
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Pansy Ho and George Ho
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Michael Wu
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Michelle and Hins Cheung
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Moses and Aimee Chan
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Michael and Muriel Kadoorie
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Martha and Ben Keswick
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Claire and Benjamin Vuchot
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Dame Helen Mirren
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Dame Helen Mirren
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I love her cross belt!
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Gordon and Ivy Wu
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Simon Aboud and Mary McCartney
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Wesley Wan
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Paisley Wu
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Yummy dessert bar
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Irene So, Eunis Lam and Andrew Yuen
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Aaron Harilela and Laura Sellati
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Alice Chiu
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Dennis and Betty Sun
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Vivienne Tam and Bryan Ferry
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Douglas Young

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Victoria Tang and Christopher Maisy Ho, Mira and V-Nee Yeh, Simon and Daisy Ho at MOHKG Gala Oct 17.JPG
General manager of Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Edouard Ettedgui and Dame Helen Mirren
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Big fans of Mandarin Oriental!
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Maisy Ho, Mira and V-Nee Yeh, Simon and Daisy Ho
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Sheeva, David and Avisha Harilela
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Sean Fitzpatrick
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Maggie Cheung
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Maggie Cheung taking photos of Bryan Ferry
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Maggie Cheung
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Maggie Cheung
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Karen Mok's mother, Karen Mok and her husband Johannes Natterer
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Maggie Cheung and Vivienne Tam
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Maisy Ho, Maggie Cheung and Pansy Ho
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Maisy Ho, Daisy and Simon Ho
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Kim Robinson
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Karen Mok's performance
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Karen Mok performs at MO's 50th
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Helen Mirren and Karen Mok
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Dancers
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Chef Pierr Gasgoigne, Cecil Chao and Sally Lo
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Cecil Chao
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Bryan Ferry plays the harmonica
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Bryan Ferry performs for a very exclusive audience







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