Skiing at Hokkaido, Japan

YTL Hotels has announced the launch of the Kasara brand, a collection of exclusive luxurious hotels, resorts and residences in exotic locations in Asia and beyond.

These include properties in Hokkaido, Japan; Koh Samui, Thailand and Pulau Tiga in Borneo.

Opening in December 2014 and leading the launch of the new brand is Karara Niseko Village Townhouse, located within the group’s award-winning ski resort, Niseko Village, Japan.

The Kasara brand’s addition to YTL Hotels’ distinctive collection of 24 internationally recognised resorts, hotels, and Spa Villages has been highly anticipated.

YTL Hotels, the hospitality arm of one of Malaysia’s most dynamic conglomerates, YTL Corporation Berhad, has seen much expansion over the past decade with the acquisition of Niseko Village in Hokkaido, Japan, the Marriott hotels in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, Australia as well as the upcoming heritage-listed The Gainsborough Bath Spa in the United Kingdom.

“It is with great excitement that we now reveal Kasara.

“The privilege of early morning access to hidden powder stashes guided by a local Niseko Village expert, native fishermen in long-tailed boats serving up a sumptuous seafood feast in Koh Samui, holistic immersion into natural mud baths in Borneo and free-diving into the aquamarine waters of the Coral Triangle – these are some of the authentic experiences which await the Kasara guest, alongside stunning properties in exotic locations”, said Luke Hurford, vice president of sales and marketing at YTL Hotels.

Kasara promises an experience of luxury, authenticity and timelessness.

With each destination – be it alpine, rainforest or beach, being the inspiration driving the design of the property, today’s discerning travellers will enjoy an exclusive encounter where intuitive standards of service meet the modern perceptions of luxury.

At Kasara, local influences, culture and traditions are interwoven with these luxuries to create compelling, standout experiences that resonate with the destination, embodying the balance of style and substance which affluent travellers are increasingly searching for.