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Luxury Villas Kuching

Luxury Villas Kuching – Cove 55

Luxury Villas Kuching Monica Tindall Embraced by Mount Santubong to the west and the South China Sea to the east, the new luxury villas at Cove 55 just outside Kuching are in a picture-perfect location. Their setting, minimalist design with a thread of tribal infl…

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Luxury Beach Villas, The Danna Langkawi

Luxury Beach Villas, The Danna Langkawi Monica Tindall A 20-minute drive from the airport on a jungle-edged road opens up to pretty Telaga Harbour and the pristinely white building of The Danna Langkawi. We’ve stayed here several times before, but this we…

Anantara Malaysia

Beach Resort Desaru Coast – Anantara

Beach Resort Desaru Coast Monica Tindall This is my second stay at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas, and it’s an absolute pleasure to return. The resort has direct beach access and a central courtyard of magnificent pools. I spend so much time dipping and …

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The Westin Desaru Coast, Beach Resort Johor

The Westin Desaru Coast Monica Tindall A corner sea-view suite at The Westin Desaru Coast with dual balconies, an enormous bathtub and clean contemporary lines is my home for a few days. The brand’s focus on wellness fits my desires flawlessly, and it’s here where …

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi Words: Rebecca CannonPhotos: Monica Tindall Living in Malaysia, I get an itch every once and a while, whispering, “It’s time for a Langkawi getaway – time to slow your pace, truly enjoy your lush, trop…

Shangri-La Rasa Ria

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, Borneo

Shangri-La Rasa Ria Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall A resort destination for families, nature lovers, beach lovers, golf lovers and romantic lovers, the Shangri-La Rasa Ria is a paradise on earth. Throughout time, great poets have told us of Kubl…

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Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur, Staycation

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur Monica Tindall Boasting a fabulous location, beautiful design, and service with a smile, the Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur has long held a reputation as one of the most celebrated 5-star hotels in the city. There is much compet…

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Resort

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Words: Claire Matheson Photos: Monica Tindall Offering true resort-style vacations, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru in Kota Kinabalu is a utopian paradise on earth, with so much on offer to pack your days with. You’ll wake up on your last day of hol…