Access all areas: Visitors to the Lobby Lounge, new Tapas Bar or Horizon Club Lounge at the Kowloon Shangri-La will now be able to access wireless broadband on their laptops. Those without a wireless LAN card can rent one from the Business Centre for $80 a day, plus a $1,000 refundable deposit (the rental charge is waived for in-house guests, tel: 2721 2111; www.shangri-la.com ). Shop 'til you drop: Just in time for the new sartorial season, Rome's trendy Hotel Ripa (above) is offering a two-night 'I Love Shopping in Rome' package until March 31. Priced at 430 euros (HK$3,618) for double occupancy in the suite-only hotel, the package includes daily continental breakfast plus an experienced guide to escort you to the Eternal City's top shopping spots. Extra nights are available for HK$1,304 (tel: [39 06] 58611; www.srs-hotels.com ). Time for tee: Business types looking to combine a few rounds of golf with their meetings might be interested in a new package being offered at the JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa. The Golf Meeting Package, priced at US$975 (HK$7,605) per person, includes five nights accommodation; three rounds of golf at the nearby Blue Canyon Country Club, voted Asia's finest course by Asian Golf Monthly magazine ( www.bluecanyonclub.com ); a one-hour cocktail reception and seaside dinner; a one-day meeting package with full equipment and lunch and afternoon tea; transfers between the airport and resort and golf course; and daily breakfast. Available from April 15 to October 31, for groups booking a minimum of 10 rooms. Contact Nelson Chow on [66 2] 656 7700 or nelson.chow@marriotthotels.com for more details ( www.marriott.com ). A smooth move: With an ever-increasing number of Hong Kong residents decamping to Shanghai, The Portman Ritz-Carlton is extending its Relocation Package to ease the transition for newcomers. On arrival, the 'Relocation Concierge' will determine any special requirements you have, and highlight the business norms and social customs of the city. He can also advise you on work permit applications and, for those with families, locating schools. Until February 29, 2004, rooms will start at US$150 (HK$1,170) a night - for a two-week minimum stay - and include daily breakfast, all laundry services, complimentary local calls and a 20 per cent discount in all the hotel's restaurants (except The Deli and room service). Those opting to stay in the club rooms or suites (from US$195 a night) will also have access to the Club Lounge, which offers complimentary food and drinks all day (including alcohol) and special in-room amenities, such as fresh flowers and chocolates on turn down. Call toll free on [800] 241 33333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com for more details.
