Conrad Singapore Orchard Gastronomic Getaway Words: Monica Tindall & Louise Miller Photos: Monica Tindall & Supplied Conrad Orchard Singapore gives gourmet travellers even more reason to visit the Lion City with its Gastronomic Getaway! Crafted …
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Five Sen5es Dim Sum Brunch, The Westin KL
Five Sen5es Dim Sum Brunch Monica Tindall Five Sen5es “Eat All You Can” Dim Sum Brunch at The Westin Kuala Lumpur offers the best of the buffet as well as a la carte. At this Sunday brunch, you can order unlimited portions, but every item is cooked a la minute […]
The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui, Luxury Resort, Thailand
Monica Tindall White sandy beaches, aquamarine waters and rugged tropical palms; they’re the things that set the scene for many a holiday dream. Punctuated with stylish accommodation and gracious service, The Ritz-Carlton, Koh Samui turns my fantasies of isl…
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, Top Island Resort
Monica Tindall I’m going to make a big statement in my introduction and say that The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is currently my favourite resort on the island. Only two months old, the resort has recently opened after comprehensive work. In the construction of 70 gue…
Revamped – The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
I can’t help but hum Fred Astaire’s classic tune, Puttin’ On The Ritz when I think of the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. For over a decade it’s been our hotel of choice for classy Champagne brunches, dinners with internationally acclaimed chefs, and some of the most ex…
The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur, Afternoon Tea
Words: Hannah Staley Photos: Monica Tindall The ritual of afternoon tea dates back to the 1800s during a time when it was common to eat only two meals a day. It served to stem the hunger and anticipation of the late evening dinner. Fast forward to the 21st century, and […]
Padma Resort Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
A couple of years back we stayed at Padma Resort in Legian. At that time we were impressed with the extraordinary number of artworks intertwined with Balinese architecture. Not particularly taken by the beach and surrounding district of Legian, we found that the …
Wellness Retreat Ipoh, Spa, Nature & Healthy Cuisine
Wellness Retreat Ipoh Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall If you are aching for a break from the city, but don’t want to travel too far, and want the luxury of a total wellness retreat without having to get on a plane, then a two-hour drive from Kuala L…
The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, A 5 Star Experience
I read not long ago that Malaysia is the most affordable country in the world for a 5 Star holiday. With the ringgit remaining low, and travel overseas more costly, we’ve been hunting down some luxury stays within the nation. Forget the extras paid in time and money o…
Favola, Italian Restaurant, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
Words by Kristin Cosgrove, Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) “Buona Sera!” Happy calls from Favola’s wait staff welcome us from all corners of the dining room, as if encouraging us to leave Malaysia at the door and jump headlong into their storybook. Favo…
The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Subang
Haze has had its hold on Kuala Lumpur for nearly a month now, and we’re in dire need of an escape. Work calls. Currency is not faring well. A quick jaunt away is just not convenient. We turn to The Suajana Hotel Kuala Lumpur in hope of some respite. A comprehensive co…
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Location An easy drive from the airport has us at the Hyatt Regency Kinabalu in 15 minutes. Its home in the heart of the city looks out over the South China Sea promising to deliver some of those spectacular sunsets KK is famed for. Tourist attractions, including …