Asia

AWAY Spa, W Taipei, Taiwan

 What a treat an afternoon at W Taipei’s AWAY Spa is. Far from your ordinary cookie cutter spa, W Hotel’s signature outlet is just as refreshing for the mind as it is for the body. Reception Lounge Bubbles, waves of white and gently glowing furniture are set in a spa…

Tien Hsiang Lo, The Landis Taipei, Taiwan

Traditional Hangzhou-style Cuisine Cheerful orchestra tunes compose an upbeat, almost regal atmosphere as we enter the polished Tien Hsiang Lo restaurant at The Landis Taipei. Large jade green ceramic pots hold tall plants marking the entryway. Carved woo…

YTL Spa Villages – Living a Life of Luxury, Malaysia

Unashamedly, I have now visited all of YTL’s Spa Villages in Malaysia. It would be a tough call to pick a favourite as I’ve had incredible, but distinctive experiences in each one. Rather I recommend each for their own unique features. What makes Spa Village stand o…

Woo Bar, W Taipei, Taiwan

Woo Bar at the W Taipei is one of the most happening bars in the city. Chic lounge during the day and hip club at night, it’s “the scene to be seen.” Funky cherry-red lounges cover the floor while tall Chinese dark wood bar stools line the stretched marble counter. A g…

Hong Kong! Best Hotels, Restaurants & Spas

Hong Kong is an exciting city. You’d need years to explore all it has to offer. We did our best though on a recent visit to see (or should I say eat and drink) as much as we could. The places we explored are definitely at the luxury end of […]

Paris 1930, The Landis Taipei, Taiwan

A leader in fine dining in Taipei, Paris 1930 is often the host of Michelin starred chefs and cultural culinary exchanges. This authentic French restaurant at The Landis Taipei has been the pioneer in elegant western dining for the last 30 years. Constantly on …

Spa Village, Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur

My breath slows and I mentally relax just thinking about the Spa Village at the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. It literally is a paradisal oasis in the urban metropolis. Natural surrounds, comprehensive treatments and extremely professional therapists make it on…

Where to Eat in Harbour City Hong Kong

Where to Eat in Harbour City Hong Kong Words: Araceli Barrera Arismendi Photos:  Monica Tindall With only two days in Harbour City, Hong Kong, I was on a special mission to seize every minute of what this traveller’s wonderland had to offer. One of my biggest goals w…

Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

 Grand Hyatt Hong Kong Nearing a quarter of a century in Hong Kong, the Grand Hyatt has proven its value in being a long-term brand that can be relied upon for excellent service, convenient facilities and top-notch food and beverage options. Lobby Location Conn…

Best Restaurants, Best Hotels, Yangon, Myanmar

Shwe Dagon Pagoda A weekend in Yangon, Myanmar is a great getaway. Recently The Yum List visited the capital and discovered some fine places to stay and eat.  Here’s our list of:   Best Restaurants and Highly Recommended Hotels in Yangon, Mynamar Sta…

Grand Cafe, Buffet Breakfast, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong

Nestled in a bright, naturally lit corner of the hotel, Grand Café boasts towering windows and a high quality breakfast buffet. Spread between two dining areas adjoined by the smorgasbord, the space is well laid out with split level flooring, plants and column…