Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Padma Resort Ubud’s signature restaurant is located on the top floor of the luxury resort. Spectacular panoramas of the valley below and lush encircling forest set an incredible scene, making even the most dedicated of late night diners (hubby included) to arri…
‘Inspired by the flavours of Malaysia,’ I was more than curious to try chef Will Meyrick’s latest opening in Bali, Tiger Palm. Said to be influenced by Will’s love of the wonderfully fragrant dishes from the kitchens of Penang and regional Malaysian cuisine, the m…
Arriving on a night flight to Bali, we wanted to spend our first evening in a hotel that was close to the airport, but one in which we’d wake up the following day and feel as if our holiday had already begun. The newly opened Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta […]
We’ve visited Bali quite a number of times over the last year. Every time we discover new places to eat, and every time we’re amazed with the standard available on this small island. It seems outstanding chefs are drawn to the place and we’re ver…
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…
Grand Hyatt Bali Nusa Dua Caning Jaramillo and Monica Tindall I love wining and dining on my holidays, but that also means I’m always looking for some vigorous activity to keep the calories under control. Grand Hyatt Bali ensured I kept my tummy trim these …
Bali is blessed with a mountain of organic produce and a population interested in healthy and sustainable eating. As such there is a wealth of restaurants proffering local, organic, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and macrobiotic cuisine. Here are The Yum List…
The Island of the Gods, Bali, could just as easily have been named the Place of Pleasure, the Refuge of Relaxation or the Pillar of Peacefulness, due to its innumerable amount of spas, healing therapists and well-being treatments. There’s such a prolificacy o…
Seminyak is one of Bali’s most fashionable beach locations and Anantara Resort and Spa makes the most of its proximity to restaurants, bars, spas and chic boutiques by providing luxurious contemporary accommodations to match the happening surrounds. Loca…
Bali’s exclusive gated community of Nusa Dua is home to the Grand Hyatt Bali. Celebrated for its laundered sandy beaches, aquamarine shallows, restricted access and proximity to the Convention Centre and Golf and Country Club, the location is transparentl…
Situated directly on Seminyak Beach, Wild Orchid restaurant first captured our attention with their gourmet breakfasts. After nearly three weeks of travel in Bali, we’d done our fare share of sampling and found the morning fare at Anantara Resort and Spa undoub…
A modern take on the Balinese night market is found at Pasar Senggol. The open amphitheatre at the centre of the resort of Grand Hyatt Bali hosts a tribute to Bali through a marvellous showcase of food, handicrafts and cultural performances. Seating is tiered, …