La Lucciola, Modern Italian Restaurant, Seminyak

A well–loved and long-standing establishment in the now pumping scene of Seminyak is La Lucciola. A pioneer in bringing Western food to the area, La Looch, as it’s affectionately known, continues today to be on the lips of all in-the-know when recommending p…

Satkara Spa, Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia

Massage Oils Satkara Spa, Casa del Rio, Melaka  Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The Satkara Spa encompasses three treatment rooms, two of them doubles and one single, all with darling balconies and views of the Malakan hillside a…

TS Suites Leisure Bali, Seminyak, Indonesia

Located between the party scene of Legian and the more refined shopping and entertainment district of Seminyak, guests of TS Suites Leisure are a few minutes from either. The busiest shopping street in hip Seminyak is within walking distance, and endless din…

Semara Luxury Villa Resort, Uluwatu, Bali, Indonesia

Location It wasn’t until we’d seen the Uluwatu cliffs and beaches below viewed from Semara Luxury Villa Resort that we truly fell in love with Bali. Sadly many tourists only see the unpleasantness of Kuta and miss the many natural wonders of the island. Situate…

River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka, Malaysia

River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka River Cafe, Casa del Rio, Melaka Words by Brooke Keel Photos by The Yum List (Monica Tindall) The River Cafe at Casa del Rio in Melaka is a casual, airy corner spot situated on the riverfront. With plenty of daylight and a laid back […]

UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant, Rimba, Jimbaran

Chasing sunsets in Bali we couldn’t help but be drawn to UNIQUE Rooftop Bar and Restaurant at Rimba Jimbaran. From the same creators of Rock Bar Bali, we knew it would have to be something special. Spin around views of the Uluwatu Hills to the south-east and glori…

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Shifaa Spa at Mara River Safari Lodge, Bali

Caning Jaramillo and Monica Tindall If you’re having a blast enjoying the incredible Mara River Safari Lodge and Bali Safari and Marine Park, for instance: taking an elephant ride; wandering around the gorgeous complex; embarking on a camel excursion; …