Your ultimate guide to everything fabulous and fun in Singapore

With sand still in our hair, we are fresh back from Lombok, and we feel it our duty to report on this must-see destination. Lombok is a quiet little Indonesian island right next door to Bali, but so in so many ways so different to its well-known neighbour. Overlooked by mass tourism and tourist developments, a trip to Lombok is a trip back in time. Think long sandy beaches, clear water and just the sound of the waves lapping the beach. With no shops and relatively few restaurants Lombok is the kind of holiday destination that ensures that you have ...read more

So we have Sentosa, and we have Bintan, and we even have Nikoi, but the latest Island attraction off the coast of Singapore... Funtasy Island. Just 16 kilometres from Vivocity and 20 minutes away on ferry the latest island resort and nature park is due to initially open in late 2011. The Resort is a super-paced lifestyle and real estate resort with villas, hotels, eco tourism activities, aquaculture farming activities, funtasy club, yacht club, market place and the largest eco theme park scattered over 328 hectares of islands and sea land. It is due to be completed by 2013. Take ...read more

Fabulously Zen villa? Check. Designer bikini? Check. Kids happy and safe? Erm... Planning a family holiday can be tough. You want understated luxury... sleek, sexy design... first-class food and service. And you want your kids to love it, too. Mission impossible? Not for us! Here are our picks for happy guests, little and large. Hey, you're welcome. Dutch house Check into the colonial Dutch beach house Villa If in Sri Lanka for breezy courtyards, columned verandahs, sweeping tropical gardens, 5 en-suite AC bedrooms and 6 attentive staff. With a private entrance to the beach and its reef-protected lagoon, there is ...read more

Planning an escape to Bali? To maximise your time in paradise, book in with The Bali Concierge then bee-line it to Seminyak for the greatest choice of top nosh, chic shops and night hot spots... Sleep Bali is all about your own private villa and staff. For larger groups try the funky modern Luna2 in the prime Seminyak location. Or a bit further north in up-and-coming Canggu is the relaxing Villa Asante. Chic and convenient, The Dusun is a great option for smaller groups. Prefer a hotel? The Legian, beachfront at Seminyak is stunning. The Samaya, the other original beachfront ...read more

If you love yoga, fine food, luxury accommodation and stunning scenery, like the Pyrenees in the south west of France, or the Byron Bay Hinterland, a yoga retreat holiday could be exactly what the doctor ordered. Top Australian yoga instructor Jessie Chapman runs 5-7 day yoga retreats in Bali, France, Bryon Bay and Thailand. Each retreat is focused on your wellbeing, inner strength, connection, relaxation and enhancing your yoga practices. With twice daily yoga, beach & nature walks, or hikes in the Pyrenees, stunning accommodation, massage & spa treatments, gourmet meals, and cleansing juices you will surely feel like a ...read more

So, he popped the question (yay!) and you said yes (phew!). You've chosen Bali as your wedding venue (an excellent choice if we do say so ourselves), and now the real fun begins... We love Seminyak. Not only because it's a mere 20 minute drive from the airport (a weary traveller plus) but because there's so much there to keep your guests entertained. Create the aisle A private villa is always a good option for your wedding and reception. Elite Havens have some great ones on their books. Try Atas Ombak, Semanapura or The Istana. Tirtha in Uluwatu is the ...read more

Ahhh. The list of must-do holidays is ever growing. How to choose? So many Must Dos! If you haven't experienced a Como Shambhala holiday, then put it on the list. Como Shambhala are well known for their first class accommodation, but for the ultimate experience you should try a wellness package. With the choice of Bali, Bhutan, Maldives or the Caribbean, these estates focus on a holistic retreat for your mind, body and spirit. Each guest receives an initial wellness consultation that's then developed into a plan of treatments and activities that involve diet, exercise, education and relaxation. Programmes run ...read more

If you've only got a couple of days on the 'Island of the Gods', book The Bali Concierge to maximise your time and head straight to Seminyak, where the action is at... STAY For families or groups of friends, the funky modern Luna2 smack bang on the beach, will impress. For smaller groups the convenient Sentosa Villas is a great option. SHOP Head to Jl. Raya Seminyak & Jl. Laksamana Oberoi and look out for Lulu an all time favourite, Uma and Leopold, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and Magali Pascal for some damn fine retail therapy. Pick up something for ...read more

Missing that feeling of sand between the toes, salt air on the skin and daydreaming on a sun-lounger? Not that keen on queuing at immigration AGAIN? We have exactly what you need... Nikoi Island is a private eco luxury resort, just 8kms from Bintan. The island currently has 6 thatched-roofed villas, (with 9 new villas to open in May), 4 bars, and 10 hectares of lush wilderness. Cruise Nikoi is just a hop, skip and jump away... You catch the Bintan Ferry and on arrival to Bintan you are whisked through the VIP lounge by the lovely Nikoi staff. ...read more