Banyan Tree Phuket, Thailand Say the words “Banyan Tree Resort” and eyes glaze over, smiles tickle the corners of mouths, and breathing slows to a meditative pace, as listeners either recall fond memories of a stay in one of the world-renowned properties, or f…
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GTower Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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…
Tanjong Jara Resort, Terengganu, Malaysia
“Unmistakably Malay” The sun is beginning to shine again on the East Coast of Malaysia as the rainy season says farewell for another year, revealing blue skies and calmer seas. Not all was quiet however under the wet spell. A team of busy bees has been hard at work …
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked cookies to distract from trivial angsts, and Doubletree by Hilton plays this to their full advantage. Upon arrival guests to the hotel are offered a hot-out-of-the-oven enormous cookie. These signature …
The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
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…
Water Front Resort, Pokhara, Nepal
The stunning lakeside community of Pokhara is a must visit on any trip to Nepal. Less than a 30 minute flight from Kathmandu rewards visitors with stunning views of the Annapurna range, and if lucky, on an especially clear day, that very image reflected off the t…
Dwarika’s Hotel Kathmandu, Nepal
Dwarika Das Shrestha is credited with recognizing the great importance of Nepal’s cultural heritage in its future success, and as such the beginning of a revival and celebration of ancient traditions and craftsmanship across the country. Back in the 1950’s …
Dwarika’s Resort Dhulikhel, Nepal
Dwarika’s Resort is more than luxury accommodation in the lovely mountainside community of Dhulikhel. It is in itself a destination. Utilizing time honoured traditions and knowledge of the Himalayan culture, the property embraces a philosophy of wellnes…
Crowne Plaza Kathmandu-Soaltee, Nepal
We love the idea of Nepal: the people, the mountains, the culture, the history, the great outdoors. And, while we’re happy to be fully immersed in it all day long, our days of ‘roughing it’ are long over. You can call us soft, but the fact is lugging around a backpac…
Spicers Hidden Vale, Country Retreat, Queensland
Just an hour from Brisbane and 90 minutes from the Gold Coast, Spicers Hidden Vale retreat is far enough removed from the urban sphere to experience a complete escape, but sufficiently close to make a very convenient getaway. Peaceful Spot Location As scenery …
Sheraton Mirage Resort and Spa Gold Coast
It’s a clichéd beginning, but our breaths are truly swept away entering the Sheraton Mirage Resort and Spa Gold Coast’s stunning lobby. The open expanse is stylishly but minimally decorated, leading out to three-storey floor to ceiling win…
Best Hotels in Singapore
Singapore is only an hour flight and a four hour drive (in good traffic conditions) from Kuala Lumpur, which means we’ve visited quite a bit over the last year. Here’s our list of favourite stays in: Best Hotels in Singapore (Click on the title links to …