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 …
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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…
Hotel Britania – Art Deco Boutique Hotel Lisbon
Hotel Britania – Art Deco Boutique Hotel in Lisbon’s Historic Centre The Hotel Britannia Art Deco, located amid Lisbon’s historic district, is a monument to the city’s rich architectural history and classic beauty. This boutique ho…
Casa del Mar, Pantai Cenang, Langkawi
Casa del Mar – Welcome Home Monica Tindall Twenty years of visiting Langkawi, and not a whole lot has changed. The sleepy tropical island in Malaysia’s north continues to be an easy weekend getaway for KL-ites or Singaporeans desiring a break from harried c…
The Sun of Granary Resort and Villas, Ubud, Bali
The Sun of Granary Resort and Villas Monica Tindall The Sun of Granary Resort and Villas promises a connection with nature, a wellness escape and cultural enlightenment in its lush and peaceful surroundings. On the outskirts of Ubud in the village of Kenderan, Te…
Munduk Moding Plantation, Bali
Munduk Moding Plantation Monica Tindall Imagine you’ve just witnessed an incredible sunset from the comfort of your luxurious mountain villa. Now, the sun has disappeared, and night has set in. The air is crisp, and the steam from your heated private bubbling ja…
Adiwana Resort Jembawan, Ubud
Adiwana Resort Jembawan, Ubud Monica Tindall Adiwana Resort Jembawan offers the best of both worlds in Ubud. Its town-centre location provides instant access to the boutiques, cafes and shopping experiences found in abundance in the hill village. However, it…
The Open House Bali, Jimbaran
The Open House – Jimbaran, Bali Monica Tindall Looking for a one-night stay in Jimbaran (so I could visit one of my favourite restaurants in the entire world – Cuca!), I was directed to The Open House. The Open House, Jimbaran, Bali The Open House is a boutiqu…
Holiday Apartment Rental Olbia, Welcomely
Holiday Apartment Rental Olbia – Welcomely Monica Tindall Costa Smeralda is on the bucket list of millions of beach-loving dreamers, but exorbitant prices keep it out of reach for many. An affordable alternative is renting an apartment in Olbia and hirin…
Campbell House Penang, Boutique Hotel Georgetown
Campbell House Penang Monica Tindall Set on one of the very few streets with walkable sidewalks in George Town, you could not ask for a better-located property or one that has been more meticulously restored than Campbell House Penang. Campbell House Pena…