Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Shangri-La Hotels have never failed to furnish us with exemplary accommodation experiences, and as such the brand is always one of the first we look for when visiting a new location. On this travel adventure we found ourselves in Thailand, and spent our first t…
Without doubt, YTL’s Spa Village brand across the country is one of the most highly respected and desirable names in the industry. Weaving together a magical formula of well-designed spaces, highly skilled therapists and locally inspired treatments, peacefu…
Tanjong Jara Resort – The Rock A rocky outcrop juts from the coastline, supporting a white linen-dressed table for two. Aquamarine waters swirl around its base, and the sun’s golden rays reflect off the water streaking a shimmering trail to the shore’s e…
It’s a clichéd beginning, but our breaths are truly swept away entering the Sheraton Mirage Resort and Spa Gold Coast’s stunning lobby. The open expanse is stylishly but minimally decorated, leading out to three-storey floor to ceiling win…
In need of a good pampering? These are our five favourite spas in Kuala Lumpur for the year 2014: Top Five Spas In Kuala Lumpur 2014 (Click on the title links for menus, prices, photos, contact details and maps) Hammam Spa – Don’t miss a unique experienc…
We do love a bit of luxury and Bali sure does pamper us every time we visit. Here’s our personal list of favourite luxury properties in: The Best Luxury Hotels, Resorts and Villas in Bali (Click on the title links for photos, maps and more details) Uluwa…
Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall The walk up to Contango was nothing short of majestic (so pun-ny, yet so true). Greeted by a massive chandelier in the shape of an ocean liner’s hull mirrored on the reflective marble flooring that could survive abuse …
The Peninsula is always amongst the first few hotels rolled off the lips of those-in-the-know when it comes to making hotel recommendations for Hong Kong. The oldest hotel in the city, established in 1928, has many a tale to tell of glamour, scandal, and histor…
A smiley doorman has our bags out of the taxi’s boot before our feet have even hit the pavement. He’s an older gentleman and I reach in to assist. His smile broadens as he says, “These are only two small bags. I’ll take care of them and shoos us up the stairs to […]
Often thought as an excellent choice as a business hotel, the Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur surprises us with some deals and services that also position the property as a fine option for leisure travellers or a staycation. Reception Location On the edge of th…
Mandarin Grill, Mandarin Oriental Christmas at Mandarin Grill, Mandarin Oriental The team at the Mandarin Grill has joined the line-up of restaurants preparing to delight guests’ taste buds this festive season with a special selection of Christ…
Chef Samphan Boonrat Interview with Chef Samphan Boonrat, The Surin, Phuket What do you do and how did you get into the industry? I began as a steward in the hotel and worked my way up from there. Share with us an interesting story from behind the scenes. …