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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Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel
Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hotel Monica Tindall As the sun sets behind Abu Dhabi’s iconic skyscrapers, a serene oasis of tranquillity awaits on the other side of the city. On the edge of the urban sprawl, Anantara Eastern Mangroves Abu Dhabi Hote…
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…
Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi – 24-hour Stopover
Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi Monica Tindall Abu Dhabi is a growing global city that offers visitors a unique blend of culture, grandiose architecture and modernity. The city’s strategic location makes it an excellent transit point for travellers on long-haul flight…
Noku Phuket, Heaven on a Hill
Noku Phuket – Private Pool Villas Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall The only way I can describe the feeling of arriving at Noku Phuket —the wave of calm, the soft rustling of leaves, the gentle fragrance of Thai red tea being prepared for guests—is aki…
Wyndham Grand Phuket Kalim Bay, Thailand
Wyndham Grand Phuket Kalim Bay Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall What’s better than an infinity pool? A private one. With an ocean view. Let’s throw in a complimentary unicorn float for good measure. That was exactly what we got when we …
Luxury Resort Near Phuket Airport – The Slate
Luxury Resort Near Phuket Airport – The Slate Words: Han Sen Hau Photos: Monica Tindall It’s no secret that we, the team behind The Yum List, live on coffee, tight schedules, and an overabundance of awe each time we set foot into a brand-new setting wit…
Varana Hotel Krabi – The Wellcation Experience
Varana Hotel Krabi Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall The newly opened Varana Hotel in Thailand’s Krabi Province is a holistic wellness vacation destination that will have you feeling reborn and renewed. Combining the Thai words for forest, …
Rayavadee – Luxury Hotel – Krabi, Thailand
Rayavadee – Krabi, Thailand Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Have you ever entertained a fantasy of running away to a tropical island paradise and living in a remote treehouse in the jungle? Perhaps your childhood fantasy has now grown up, re…