Food and luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Return to Australia, Shangri-La Sydney Monica Tindall My return to Australia (after two and half years of absence and countless days of pandemic restrictions in Asia) is the thing dreams are made of. Vivid is on, the festival that lights up the city in a dazzling di…
8 Kia Peng Suites Monica Tindall For anyone staying in Kuala Lumpur for more than a couple of days or expats relocating to Malaysia, I don’t know why you would book a hotel over a serviced residence. The inclusion of a washer-dryer, kitchen, space of a suite or small a…
Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Designed specifically for the culturally and ‘creative-minded traveller’, Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is where the city meets the sea. Ideally located in the heart of the downtown area, gu…
Barbie Ultimate Staycation by Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Monica Tindall I’m a Barbie girl, in the Barbie worldLife in plastic, it’s fantastic… Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur has introduced its first thematic staycation experience with the BarbieȒ…
Courtyard by Marriott Penang Monica Tindall With pretty views, an infinity pool, fuss-free rooms, some tasty food and beverage options, and a locale on Jalan Macalister Road in Georgetown, Courtyard by Marriott Penang is a comfortable and convenient stay. Vi…
Interstate Borders Open – Where to Go and Where to Stay? Monica Tindall With news that the fully vaccinated can now cross state borders, our minds are filled with the excitement of possibilities. Listed below are some destinations we love and the deals they …
The Prestige Hotel Penang Monica Tindall Inspired by the movie The Prestige with Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale, The Prestige Hotel in Penang is full of intrigue. It’s high-end illusion though, not your pull-a-rabbit-out-of-the-hat style of magic. Designed …
The Andaman – A Luxury Collection Resort – Langkawi Monica Tindall Sadly The Andaman burnt down last year. They are currently in the process of rebuilding. Set on one of the prettiest bays in Malaysia, The Andaman Langkawi celebrates the natural ear…
The Westin Perth – Comfort & Style in the City Monica Tindall Relatively new to the city’s hotel scene (opened April 2018), The Westin Perth offers a property subtly infused with wellness features and convenience for both business and leisure travellers. Lo…
Hilton Kuching Monica Tindall A landmark in the city, Hilton Kuching is located in the heart of Sarawak’s capital overlooking the river and steps away from the waterfront promenade. While it’s an older property, it has maintained its reputation as Kuching’s pre…
Mulu Marriott – A Must-Visit in Sarawak Monica Tindall It’s hard to believe that we’ve been in Malaysia for 16 years and have yet to visit the Mulu Caves. Well, this summer we’re rectifying that and using Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa as our home base for a few …
Monica Tindall Long gone are the days when I was willing to catch multiple long-haul flights one after the other to reach a destination. Gee, when I lived in Venezuela it would take us up to 48 hours sometimes to get from door to door to return to Australia. Much […]