HOT Magazine May 15, 2015 | Page 64

L ET’S STAY HOT MAGAZINE RECOMMEND Millennium Hilton I n 1887 a boy named Conrad was born to Augustus and Mary Hilton who lived in San Antonio, New Mexico, a U.S. Territory. The Hilton’s were immigrants from Norway. As a young boy Conrad developed entrepreneurial skills working at his father’s general store. This was followed by varied experiences, including a stint as a representative in New Mexico’s first State Legislature and a career decision to become a banker. With the intention of buying a bank, he arrived in Texas at the height of the 64 May 15 - June 15 , 2015 oil boom. When the bank purchase fell through he bought his first hotel instead, the 40-room Mobley, the year was 1919. The hotel did such brisk business that rooms changed hands as much as three times a day, and the dining room was converted into additional rooms to meet the demand. From those humble beginnings the HILTON brand was born. In Thailand you’ll find 5 Hilton’s with the most iconic being Bangkok’s Millennium Hilton which rises up from the banks of the Chao Phraya River. With breathtaking views of the city skyline from every one of its 533 guest rooms and suites it is an oasis in the middle of the city. This award-winning Bangkok hotel provides guests with accessibility in and around Bangkok by road, Skytrain and boat. The hotel operates its own shuttle boats, providing guests with complimentary transport to and from the hotel. Visit Bangkok’s cultural attractions like the Temple of Dawn, Grand Palace or the flower market. Easily access shopping attractions like MBK and Siam Paragon and then make your way to