Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Hilton Kuala Lumpur Monica Tindall We love a weekend getaway as much as anybody, but the time in travel and the cost of getting to a different destination is often prohibitive. Staycations, however, offer the best of both worlds – a break from routine, without the e…
Monica Tindall There is nothing ordinary about W Kuala Lumpur. Every interaction within the property, both human and in design, inspires out-of-the-box thinking. While the atmosphere is casual, there is a buzzy vibe causing guests to take a look at the world thr…
Monica Tindall I can’t believe our luck as we nab a table by the window. Already with a glass of Spanish wine in our hand, it’s five o’clock Friday afternoon and we have one of the best views in Kuala Lumpur. This is a promising sign for a staycation at […]
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Beloved of the business traveller and discerning international vacationer alike, the JW Marriott brand is known for quiet elegance, quality of service, and understated comfort. The newly refurbished JW Marr…
Monica Tindall Newly opened and well-located, Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara is poised as an excellent choice of stay for business travelers but too makes a great weekend staycation for KL residents. The stylish digs of a suite at the hotel is our home for the week…
Monica Tindall Sometimes the best weekend getaways are right under our noses. While I might often dream of golden sandy beaches and a sunset cocktail, an equally relaxing break can be found right here in KL. Saving time and money, a staycation in one of the city’s qu…
Monica Tindall The artsy cousins in the Starwood Hotels & Resorts family, Le Meridien properties offer a splash of colour and inspiration for the creative mind. Only six months old Le Meridien Putrajaya, playfully brushed with local inspiration, has alrea…
I can’t help but hum Fred Astaire’s classic tune, Puttin’ On The Ritz when I think of the Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. For over a decade it’s been our hotel of choice for classy Champagne brunches, dinners with internationally acclaimed chefs, and some of the most ex…
I read not long ago that Malaysia is the most affordable country in the world for a 5 Star holiday. With the ringgit remaining low, and travel overseas more costly, we’ve been hunting down some luxury stays within the nation. Forget the extras paid in time and money o…
Haze has had its hold on Kuala Lumpur for nearly a month now, and we’re in dire need of an escape. Work calls. Currency is not faring well. A quick jaunt away is just not convenient. We turn to The Suajana Hotel Kuala Lumpur in hope of some respite. A comprehensive co…
GTower Hotel boasts a convenient location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s city centre, a fine range of business amenities, and proudly holds Malaysia’s first green certification. An abundance of food and beverage outlets, and lifestyle facilities too make t…
Top Five Reasons Why We Love The Majestic Wing of The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur 1. Ambience, Ambience, Ambience From décor, to entertainment, to service, The Majestic Wing generates more than just a pleasant experience, but an overwhelming feeling of hav…