Anantara Hoi An Resort, Boutique Riverside Hotel Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau “Oh, so pretty!” seems the phrase of the day at Anantara Hoi An Resort. It’s summer, and the flowers are in full bloom. It’s a beautiful time for t…
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The Siam Bangkok – A Luxury Boutique Stay
The Siam Bangkok – A Luxury Boutique Stay on the River Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau First impressions count, and The Siam Bangkok impresses from the onset. A striking light-filled lobby is green with hanging ferns, a central water feature, bol…
The George Penang by The Crest Collection
The George Penang by The Crest Collection Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau Imagine a place where time becomes fluid, where the echo of colonial footsteps mingles with the vibrant hum of contemporary life. Picture yourself stepping into the lobby, bathe…
E&O Penang – Luxury Hotel, Georgetown
E&O Penang – Luxury Colonial Hotel, Eastern & Oriental Georgetown Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Ha In a world of fleeting trends and ever-shifting skylines, there’s comfort in knowing that some standards never go out of fashion. We firs…
Maladee Rendezvous Hotel – Chiang Mai
Maladee Rendezvous Hotel – Chiang Mai Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau Chiang Mai is blessed with a variety of accommodations for all preferences and budgets, and the recently opened Maladee Rendezvous Hotel offers a new addition to the collecti…
Raya Heritage, Chiang Mai – A River Sanctuary
Raya Heritage, Chiang Mai – A River Sanctuary Words: Monica Tindall Photos: Han Sen Hau Built amidst lush greenery on the banks of the tranquil waters of the Ping River, Raya Heritage, a boutique hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand, beckons discerning travellers with a …
137 Pillars House – Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel
137 Pillars House – Chiang Mai Boutique Hotel Words: Monica TindallPhotos: Han Sen Hau Upon our arrival at Chiang Mai’s airport, we were warmly welcomed by Aim, the gracious Guest Service Officer of 137 Pillars House. Her first question, “&#…
The Hill Resort, Janda Baik
The Hill Resort, Janda Baik Words: Claire MathesonPhotos: Monica Tindall Nestled in the breathtaking Janda Baik hills overlooking the spectacular Lentang Forest Reserve, The Hill Resort is an isolated sanctuary to soothe the stresses of city life. Perched h…
Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur -Boutique Hotel
Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur – Boutique Hotel Chow Kit Monica Tindall I’m a fan of boutique hotels that are independently styled and beautifully decorated. They’re the kind of places that are meant to be discovered and appreciated. That’s how …
Octant Douro, Luxury Hotel Douro Valley
Octant Douro – A Luxury Property in the Douro Valley Monica Tindall Octant Douro Hotel is a tranquil and luxurious retreat situated on the banks of Castelo de Paiva, Portugal. Its location provides guests with a sanctuary where the chaos of everyday life me…
The Yeatman – A Luxurious Wine Hotel in Porto
The Yeatman – A Luxurious Wine Hotel in Porto Monica Tindall Perched gracefully on a hillside overlooking the meandering Douro River and the historic city of Porto lies The Yeatman, a luxurious wine hotel that has won numerous awards for its wine list, rest…
The Literary Man – Óbidos Hotel, Portugal
The Literary Man – Óbidos Hotel Monica Tindall I found my happy place at The Literary Man – Óbidos Hotel: shelves and shelves of books (over 45 000!), lush temperate gardens, delicious food and local wine – all just steps away from the medieval village of Óbidos. My H…