Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Monica Tindall Goodness knows I was not blessed with lovely lush locks nor with the patience to deal with my unfortunately frizzy hair. I’ll attempt to get away with not washing my hair for as long as possible but, truly, after two days without a wash and blow it turns […]
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Embracing the urban spa concept, the design lines of the Starhill Spa Village are clean and simple. Natural wood and soft grey tones offer a soothing ambience, to calm the mind and ease the eyes. The massage experi…
Monica Tindall After a much-awaited debut, SoSPA at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara opened this March bringing French wisdom and style to the KL spa scene. I’ve been itching to take a look ever since the hotel launched in 2017 and so you can rest assured that I’m deli…
Monica Tindall When we’re looking to add a bit of fun and sense of playful lux to any experience, the W can always be counted on. In this instance, we’re seeking diversion before our evening flight departure from the island and the W Koh Samui, one of the best day […]
Monica Tindall If there’s a Spa Village to be visited, you better count on it that I’ll do my best to wiggle myself into a session. I’ve travelled the world writing about spas, yet there is no single brand I’ve yet come across that can outdo YTL’s Spa Village in […]
The Art of Ageing Gracefully by Monica Tindall No doubt many of us have a list of New Year’s resolutions. Eat healthier, exercise more, take better care of my skin – these are a few common ones amongst my friends at least. We all start the year with great intentions […]
Monica Tindall Eka Roots, Hair and Scalp Wellness, in Bangsar is my go-to salon for a team that works hard to source products with minimal harmful chemicals and organic ingredients where possible. They’re known for their “breathable” salon – because there’s no s…
Monica Tindall I’ve had no less than five people compliment my skin in the last couple of days. “Monica, you have beautiful skin.” “Mon, your skin is flawless.” “How do you maintain such a glow?” I’m not bragging here, my skin “glo” is not all my doing, I’ve had a […]
Monica Tindall The festive season is upon us and while we want to look our best for the almost daily celebrations and get-togethers, it’s easy to let the fitness and beauty routine slide. Lucky for us, however, BE Urban Wellness offers a complete package to rejuven…
Monica Tindall There’s nothing that takes us back more to halycon days of a carefree past than beginning a decadent pampering session with a cocktail. And, that is exactly the way our afternoon begins at The Majestic Spa by Spa Village, Kuala Lumpur. Pimm’s cockta…
Monica Tindall “Where do you go for…?” is something I often get asked by new expats to Malaysia. A common request is a recommendation for a great massage and spa. Here I share my three favourite treatments at one of our most-loved spas in Kuala Lumpur, Energy Spa &…
Monica Tindall Chi, or Qi, in Chinese philosophy, is the life force that determines well-being. To be in optimal health, Chi is supposed to flow without constraint around the body. Motion, therefore, is of upmost importance in reducing blockages and maintainin…