Gourmet luxury travel - Malaysia and the world
Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall Stepping in to the delightful open-air setting of Pomelo at the Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat, you would be forgiven you for thinking that you have slipped back in time to a quieter era. Wooden fans move the lazy air …
Life can get a little hectic in these modern times. Technology should be making our lives easier, however, it oft has the opposite effect. Constant connection puts us on call 24-7, and instead of lightening our workloads, just provokes us to do even more. It can be h…
Recently named the “No. 1 Hotel Spa in Asia,” The Peninsula Spa at the Peninsula Bangkok sets high expectations. Dedicated its own three-storey wing, the long wooden verandah that leads to the building is lined with hanging purple orchids and greenery. I find my m…
Meera Spa Monica Tindall Peace and beauty fill our minds as we walk along the wooden pier to the stilted over water villas that are home to Meera Spa. Encircled by aquamarine waters, the luxury spa reflects its Sanskrit meaning, ocean. We can’t help bu…
A short drive out of the city centre to Subang has us feeling as though we’ve left the city far behind. The luxury haven of The Club, with its bounty of space and greenery, frames us with a peaceful mindset, ready to disconnect and leave thoughts of our busy schedules […]
Only 90 minutes from Kuala Lumpur, yet so far removed from the city, Avillion Port Dickson makes a wonderful weekend getaway. The beaches in the area aren’t reputed as the best in Malaysia, but they have been cleaned up a good deal since our last visit, and for a peace…
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Commanding a spectacular position on the top floor of Avillion’s signature spa overlooking the Malacca Straits, aVi Lounge could easily become one of my favourite places to spend a day. Both design and furnishing have …
Kirsten Durward and Monica Tindall Of contemporary design, but inspired by Peranakan traditions, aVi Spa is truly something special and unique in Malaysia today. The stunning location reaching out over the ocean, with panoramic vistas, cannot fail to impres…
I grew up a country gal blessed with fresh air, a pure water source, homegrown produce and a lifestyle that valued community and care. As a result of such nourishing surrounds, I’ve been fortunate to have relatively clear healthy skin for much of my life. The str…
Nestled in an intimate bungalow setting just a street or so from the heart of the city, Vila Manja specializes in spa parties! Sounds like just the thing for The Yum List – food and pampering both at the same time. We’re in! Villa Manja Entrance There are only two of …
Japan and Korea must be two of the best-known countries in the world for commitment to developing skin care technologies and investment in treatments to promote beauty and ever-lasting youth. Dr. Joe Shigemoto and Couer Esthetique, brings the wisdom of both …
Without doubt, YTL’s Spa Village brand across the country is one of the most highly respected and desirable names in the industry. Weaving together a magical formula of well-designed spaces, highly skilled therapists and locally inspired treatments, peacefu…