During our Saturday Mornings Sit-Down Conversation Part 1 “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys celebrate a landmark moment in Singapore’s hospitality scene with Jesmine Hall, Director of Commercial Marketing at Raffles Hotel Singapore.
The iconic “Grande Dame” has achieved a rare double success—becoming the first and only hotel in Singapore to be awarded the prestigious Three Keys distinction by the MICHELIN Guide, and securing the No. 5 spot in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2025. 
Jesmine shares how Raffles earned these accolades, the rigorous criteria behind them, and why they matter in a crowded global tourism landscape. We explore what makes Raffles unique—from its architecture and legendary customer service to its ability to blend heritage with modern luxury. Jesmine also offers a glimpse into Raffles’ plans for 2026, and how the hotel continues to stay relevant while honouring its 138-year legacy.

During our Saturday Mornings Sit-Down Conversation Part 1 &ldquo;Saturday Mornings Show&rdquo;&nbsp;host <a href="https://www.vanmediagroup.com">Glenn van Zutphen</a> and co-host Neil Humphreys celebrate a landmark moment in Singapore&rsquo;s hospitality scene with <a href="linkedin.com/in/jesmine-hall-6279a52b">Jesmine Hall, Director of Commercial Marketing at </a><a href="https://www.raffles.com/singapore/">Raffles Hotel Singapore.</a> The iconic &ldquo;Grande Dame&rdquo; has achieved a rare double success&mdash;becoming the first and only hotel in Singapore to be awarded the prestigious Three Keys distinction by the <a href="https://guide.michelin.com/sg/en">MICHELIN Guide</a>, and securing the No. 5 spot in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theworlds50best.com/stories/News/the-worlds-50-best-hotels-2025-the-list.html">The World&rsquo;s 50 Best Hotels 2025</a>. Jesmine shares how Raffles earned these accolades, the rigorous criteria behind them, and why they matter in a crowded global tourism landscape. We explore what makes Raffles unique&mdash;from its architecture and legendary customer service to its ability to blend heritage with modern luxury. Jesmine also offers a glimpse into Raffles&rsquo; plans for 2026, and how the hotel continues to stay relevant while honouring its 138-year legacy.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and an interesting mix of guests. Weekly news commentary with international journalists, and tidbits on Singapore's most interesting places with award-winning author Neil Humphreys.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and Neil Humphreys with their interesting mix of guests from 9 am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary by international journalists and tips on interesting places and exhibitions to catch in Singapore.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and Neil Humphreys with their interesting mix of guests from 9 am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary by international journalists and tips on interesting places and exhibitions to catch in Singapore.

Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and his interesting mix of guests from 9am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary with international journalists and interesting places to visit in Singapore with award-winning author Neil Humphreys’ Beautiful Places.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and his interesting mix of guests from 9am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary with international journalists and interesting places to visit in Singapore with award-winning author Neil Humphreys&rsquo; Beautiful Places.

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