Refuel your wanderlust and return home refreshed with our pick of the region's most inspiring weekend breaks. Hop on a sidecar in... Shanghai, China For those short on time, stay at the chic and central Urbn Hotel and explore Shanghai in funky fashion aboard the sidecar of a vintag...  

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Lust Over Wanderlust

August 10, 2010

The new Wanderlust Boutique Hotel opens

Wanderlust is the newest and quirkiest boutique hotel in town. With four designers at work (DP Architects, Phunk Studio, Asylum and fFurious), Wanderlust has 29 rooms each with a different theme. And when we say different, we mean really different. Like fFurious's loft room in which a giant typewriter doubles ...

Snow White

July 19, 2010

Skiing Holidays: Top Regional Skiing Spots

Calling all ski bunnies, alpine addicts and luxury lodge-lovers. Don't fancy schlepping over to Europe this year? Why not sample the perfect powder and exclusive lodges we have closer to home. Head Down Under to Queenstown, New Zealand's premier skiing playground, or slope off to the Japanese Alps later in ...

Bay Watch

July 19, 2010

The Fullerton Bay Hotel

Design forward. tick. Glimmering glam. tick. Futuristic funk. tick. The recently opened Fullerton Bay Hotel is an absolute winner on the waterfront of the newly created Marina Bay. We think the Clifford Pier has just been prized with its jewel. Designed by sought-after Asian designer Andre Fu and LCL Architects, ...

Family (holiday) Planning

July 17, 2010

Family holiday destinations

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 ...

Get off the Beaten Track

June 15, 2010

Travel Inspiration

We all want to leave the tourist trails behind, but not sacrifice our 5 star fluffy pillows and spa treatments. We have picked out the region's top off-track trips. Blissfully isolated but not without that 5 star style and service - a winning combo, we think you'll agree. Laid-back Lao ...

Dreaming of Island Trippin'?

May 10, 2010

Top island destinations

If you want to escape - as in really and truly escape - nothing beats marooning yourself on a tropical island. So here are our picks, from twinkly beach nightlife to blissfully obscure isles. Lashings of luxe guaranteed. Hot honeymoon hideout - Pamalican Island, Philippines The Philippines is quietly becoming ...

Bali Paradise

April 26, 2010

Bali - all you need to know

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 ...

Kangaroo Island Eco-bling

April 23, 2010

Island Escapes

Australia's Galapagos, Kangaroo Island is chock-full of native Aussie wildlife and spectacular scenery. Flung 15km from mainland South Australia, this "zoo without fences" has no less than 21 National and Conservation Parks. Hang out with kangaroos and koalas, seals and sea lions, and spy on a variety of birdlife. The ...

Lightfoot Travel

April 07, 2010

Perfectly designed precious escapes

Love travel, hate disappointment? We hear you. If you're anything like us, you've been somewhat - how shall we put it - uninspired by travel agents. Finally, a brand spanking new bespoke travel company Lightfoot Travel has arrived. Run by people with the same mindset, Lightfoot gives you insider advice ...

Yoga re-treat me

March 31, 2010

Yoga retreats in Asia, Europe and Australia

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, ...

Bali Bells

February 22, 2010

Bali Wedding Guide

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 ...

Add to the list

January 04, 2010

Como Shambhala Wellness Package

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 ...

Bangkok Travel Guide

September 16, 2009

Bang on Bangkok

Bangkok has so much to offer, from shopping, bars, art to cooking, here are our favourites... Design Time The US and European catwalks have demonstrated the new talents from Bangkok since the 90's. Head to Gaysorn Plaza for local talent like Sretsis ('sisters' spelt backwards) who have lovely feminine flocks ...

Phuket Travel Guide

August 30, 2009

Best of the island paradise

Tropical sunsets, white palm-lined beaches, and warm blue waters are calling out to you. Get yourself a ticket and jet off to this world class paradise. The pick of Phuket hotels From budget to billionaire travellers, there is a wide range of digs in Phuket. If you love having your ...

Kuala Lumpur Travel Guide

June 15, 2009

Stay and Play

Heading to KL for a night or two? Just make sure you know where to go, as there is plenty to do and see in our neighbouring city. Stay Get away from it all and experience a colonial hilltop mansion for a night or two at Carcosa Seri Negara. Think ...