Chic Nob Hill hotel Fairmont San Francisco employs several hives' worth of honeybees on its terrace to produce nectar for upcoming afternoon tea services.

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Tea ceremonies, tea appreciation and tasting services led by skilful tea masters, may feature any of the above.

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Complimentary tea and coffee in the morning, babysitting services and complimentary wi-fi round out amenities.

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"It wasn't easy, as in those early days India was considered an exporter of tea and jute, not high-tech services, " he smiles.

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The Starwood group, which owns the Sheraton, Westin and W brands, has responded to Chinese guests with in-room tea kettles, slippers, translated restaurant menus, on-site translation services and comfort food such as congee (rice porridge) and noodles.

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Paul Brown, brand president at Hilton, told Quest that Huanying offers services including Chinese foods on the breakfast menu, and guest rooms that come with green tea, slippers, and Chinese TV channels.

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