Food and luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Offering true resort-style vacations, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru in Kota Kinabalu is a utopian paradise on earth, with so much on offer to pack your days with. You’ll wake up on your last day of hol…
Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast Monica Tindall Noisy, bustling and vibrant, our arrival to Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast has our toes tapping from the minute our feet hit the lobby. Rock tunes buzz from quality speakers and staff wearing name badges noting their favou…
The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa Reopens Post-MCO Monica Tindall The picturesque shores of a private beach, minutes from the main town of Kuah, is home to one of Langkawi’s most respected waterfront properties, The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa. Just reo…
Pangkor Laut Resort Monica Tindall With summer plans realigned for domestic travel, we have a chance to return to some of our favourite Malaysian properties. Pangkor Laut Resort is possibly the most well-known luxury stay in the country. Ask anyone who’s …
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…
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas Words: Patricia Podorsek Photos: Monica Tindall Finding the right beach getaway weekend is not always as easy as it may seem from KL. First, there’s the headache of Friday traffic leaving the city. Then there is the hassl…
Avani Sepang Goldcoast Resort Words & Photos: Monica Tindall Room Interior Shots: Rich Callahan All of these years in KL and I’m only just discovering a beach resort a little over an hour’s drive from KL! (And, it’s not Port Dickson.) Avani Sepang Goldcoast Re…
Surfers Paradise Marriott – 5-Star Accommodation Gold Coast Monica Tindall Australia’s Gold Coast is an attractive holiday destination for all age groups. Stunning natural beauty, a multitude of theme parks and just about year-round blue skies see visitors t…
Miri Marriott Resort & Spa Monica Tindall I asked around quite a bit for hotel recommendations in Miri and the only name that was repeatedly presented was Miri Marriott Resort & Spa. With a beachside location and five-star facilities, it is hands-down th…
Mulia Resort Bali Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall The overwhelming sensation when you enter the Mulia Resort on Nusa Dua Bali is one of space. And that is hardly surprising really considering that this 700 room property is situated on a 20-hectare p…
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Splendidly situated directly on the beach front, in what many consider to be the country club area of Bali, Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort makes the most of an eight-hectare t…
Words: Anna Chew Photos: Monica Tindall The Danna presented us with a signature blend of Langkawi hospitality from the moment we set foot on the beautiful island, right to our departure. Greeted at the airport by a concierge in bespoke uniform, we were ushered i…