The best luxury-for-less accommodation
Alila Princess in Cambodia
Tourism is flourishing in Cambodia, and in response, there are a number of delectable new boutique hotels to accommodate this influx. The Alila Sothea Luxury Boutique Resort, certainly has the ‘Alila’ sparkle. One of the top-rated boutique hotels in Siem Reap, the Alila Sothea, officially opened in April 2011 and has since provided the ideal luxury-for-less accommodation for its global visitors. Sothea draws its name from the beloved wife of a prominent local businessman who had the resort built as a tribute to Sothea on her 50th birthday...
read moreAm Lam Ninh Van Bay Resort, Nha Trang, Vietnam
Little can compare to the spectacular view from your private villa at the brand new Epikurean Resorts in Vietnam. A 10 minute speed-boat ride will get you there from the Nha Trang shore, after a smooth ride in your chauffeur driven-BMW X5, complete with cool towls after a long flight, and even music track thats been tuned to the views along the way. Apirational travel – just stepped up a notch. I was so impressed by this level of coordination, I asked for a copy of the soundtrack to be emailed to me – I’m listening to it now...
read moreSaigon Glamour
As you well know, I love a little luxury.. dont we all? My Saigon stay was no exception. When you have LV across the street, view of chanel from your window and just a step away from the Opera House – you know you’re somewhere special at the Caravelle Hotel. Saigon. Located in prime position in the centre of Saigon, the Caravelle hotel is the ideal place for a Saigon stay. As I only had one night in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam), I needed to ensure it was not only a safe location, but great area for going out, shopping,...
read moreVietnam travel – A little Luxury after the Flashpacking
Luxury is not only for the Elite… we all deserve a little of it. If you’ve been traveling for a while and doing it well on a budget, one or two nights to induldge is probably just what you need. Flashpackers are no longer just sticking to the typical hostel… they are looking for great deals where ever they go. Now is the perfect time to try out the Eupikurean Hot spot in Vietnam – discounts for vietnam travel are offered until the end of August. Check out the latest offer in Vietnam… Located on the coast, An Lam...
read moreIndoChina Adventure
Traveling solo to Indochina is certainly going to be one of the most daunting, exhilarating, culturally-rich trips I’m ever going to take. However, there is no doubt it will be filled with pockets of pampering, luxury and heavenly views. Check out the plan thus far: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Days filled with cooking classes, reviewing stylish restaurants, interviews with top chefs…very masterchef! From KL, I’ll be heading to Vietnam, specifically, Epikurean in An Van Linh Bay… I will make...
read moreFlashpacking in St. Barths
Flashpacking? You know… luxury-for-less travel. However you want to justify it.. travel, and do it in style. Guest writer: The lovely Giulia C from www.agirlinhongkong.blogspot.com and freelance writer for Conde Nast Italy (lifestyle section) Photos: La Banane. I am sure anyone who ever felt like creating something (a cake, writing a book, designing a revolutionary lightbulb?) before starting thinks about the environment. The room, the view, the pencil, the smell – the so called surroundings. Well, I did write a book already but I...
read moreRefresher Course: Packing light 101
There’s no better feeling than traveling light. You know when you get to your destination and open your case, you’ve packed too much. How can we possibly wear all the outfits we’ve packed, and leave room for lots of wonderful overseas shopping? Well, you can’t and trust me – you don’t want to! Here are a few basics for your upcoming escape: 1. Pack light, buy there Don’t lug around a huge bag of toiletries. Your best items to pack are toothbrush & paste, Bio-oil (moisteriser) and Cetaphil (body and...
read moreStyle in the Sea
Why not try something new on your next holiday. How bout Surfing? Surf Haven, Seminyak, Bali www.surfhavenbali.com A retreat tucked away in the trendy streets of Seminyak Bali, especially designed for young women looking for the perfect escape. Run by young New Zealander Janine Hall, a young woman who has the devotion and energy to put into her dream vocation of managing and owning a women’s-only retreat in Bali. “I just couldn’t put it off any longer,” says Janine, “It was now or never and I knew this is what I’ve always wanted to...
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