Photo credit: boohoo 'Tis the season to party, fa la la la la, la la la la. For partygoers and spirited extroverts, festive season equals party season – easiest math ever. And as you know, the best party always requires the best outfit to go with it. As fashion brands are promoting their winter collections
'Tis the season to feast and be jolly with your loved ones. As foodies, we know nothing says a great day/night like having a great meal to start off or end the day. So to cap off 2022 on a positive note, make it an NYE dinner to remember with special festive menus from some
Photo credit: Earth 300 When it comes to sea transport, superyachts mark the top list of the rising sea vessels that have been gaining huge traction thanks to its gigantic size, luxuriously intricate designs and the larger-than-life sense it carries – hence, the name. But apart from its size, what makes superyachts "super" also has
Photo credit: Klein Vision The future is here, or at least it feels like it. AirCar, a bimodal vehicle (AKA a flying car like what we've seen in movies), has been accorded a Certificate of Airworthiness by the Slovak Transport Authority. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jf3I0ORN3ac Designed by the Slovakia-based company, Klein Vision, AirCar is a superb hybrid of
One of Vietnam’s most luxurious hotels has recently opened its doors in the city center of Hoan Kiem District. Capella Hanoi provides an ideal accommodation for luxury travelers and opera enthusiasts who want to explore the city’s leading cultural attractions. Designed by renowned architect Bill Bensley, the 47-bedroom boutique hotel recreates the vivacious lifestyle that
Photo credit: PS LAX For the regular first-class passengers of Los Angeles International Airport, it’s time to take your airport experience up a notch and enjoy VIP indulgence at PS, LAX’s exclusive terminal that welcomes bon vivants to rest in luxury before and after the flight. For those looking for ways to get away from
Photo credit: Museum of Ice Cream When it comes to everyone's go-to summer dessert, 9 out of 10 times the answer is ice cream. It's a well-beloved dessert, a crowd pleaser and a wonderful refreshment all year round for both kids and adults alike. Whether it's the regular ice cream, ultra-creamy gelato, soft serve, frozen
Photo credit: The Yacht Week A lot can happen in a week and especially when you spend it with The Yacht Week. Created by a private limited company in 2006, Day 8 AB, The Yacht Week is a yearly, 7-day event set on six different sailing routes: Croatia – Original Route, Croatia – Hideout Festival
One of the most glamorous hotels on the Iberian Peninsula, Marbella Club has revealed the opening of its new social hub to be known as the “Clubhouse.” Set on a sprawling resort featuring immaculately-tended gardens and acres of flora that stretch down to the beach, the Clubhouse will feature El Patio Restaurant, Rudi’s Bar, La
Photo credit: Kimpton St Honoré Paris/Jérôme Galland With the relaxed travel restrictions in France, your much-awaited Parisian holiday is within reach. Here’s a round-up of new hotels in Paris that are perfect for new visitors to Paris, as well as Francophiles who have visited numerous times. ReMIX Hotel Paris Those who grew up to 80s
In a bid to boost the tourism industry of Thailand, the country is offering tourists the option to spend their mandatory two-week quarantine on a yacht or small cruise liner instead of a hotel room. Only tourists with negative Covid-19 test results are allowed to avail of the digital yacht quarantine program. Those qualified will
Photo credit: Odette One could say that what happened recently at the 2022 Oscars really stole the limelight from many noteworthy events that took place in the same period. For fine dining fanatics, the announcement, on March 29, of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2022, was probably juicier than an Oscar controversy. Featuring celebrated restaurants from
March 28, 2023 was, to many, was just an ordinary day. But for the restaurants that were announced as Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2023, it was a glorious day. Especially for Chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn, whose two restaurants were part of the top five – Le Du at #1 and Nusara at #3! Four
Photo credit: The Connaught Calling all drink devotees, here's another news to cap off 2021 on the right note. The full list of winners of The World's 50 Best Bars 2021, sponsored by Perrier was announced last night (Tuesday, 7 December 2021) from the live awards ceremony in London. Gracing the top two berths are
Photo credit: Winter Wonderland Apart from being one of London's centre stages for rock concerts and music festivals for centuries, another thing Hyde Park is greatly known for, especially during the holiday season, is Winter Wonderland, a yearly Christmas festival since 2005. It features fun-filled activity stations, stalls, markets and wild rides like Ice Skating,
"I love New York because it is a vibrant, multi-cultural city. It truly has everything you need- except for premiership soccer and Formula One!" says Andrew Brown, a British-born, New York-based CEO of myGemma and WP Diamonds. Just a little tap into his global luxury resale shop. myGemma is an online oasis for exceptional, hard-to-find
Photo credit: Patom Organic Living For city dwellers living in the concrete forest of Bangkok, sometimes all you really need is a green space to reset and relax the mind. And although the Big Mango isn’t one of the greenest cities in the world, the city is actually dotted throughout with urban green spaces, from
Photo credit: CREAM by Flour Flour When it comes to doughnut business, Bangkok doesn't take it lightly. In recent years, the Big Mango's dessert scene has been blessed with cool-new doughnut haunts where bakers are frying up fresh sweet golden-brown doughs for doughnut devotees daily. Some are topped and filled the traditional way, with shiny
Photo credit: Robert Keane via Unsplash Every once in a while, even the most creative person gets stuck in the creative block. Like falling down the rabbit hole, sometimes it could take hours, days or worst, weeks, to climb out of the creative ruts. But if you ask us, a remedy to a creative-block sickness
Photo credit: KYND COMMUNITY With cities around the world dotted with great vegetarian and vegan restaurants (which bless the world with accessible plant-based food for all), it's safe to say these establishments have proven there's more to the plant-based cuisine than just pale, unappetizing tofu dishes and humdrum salads; the veggie-centred, meat-free fare really gets
Rainy mid-November came like a party crasher and as we were looking for a city escape away from the wet and windy shores of Phuket, there was a launch of Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town, the perfect fly-and-flop destination nestled in the heart of Phuket Town, just right next to Surin Circle Clock Tower. With
Photo credit: Instagram/harrystyles, anthonypham Let's "creep" it real; Halloween is the best excuse to live your fantasy and get dressed up however you please – some show up in traditional spooky costumes and some in sexy attires – it's a clothing choice at your pleasure, really. And although Covid-19 is still haunting us daily, the
Photo credit: Ananda Soul/@yanastrizhh via Instagram The Covid-19 era has been about much more than a virus. It has also been a time of reflection, giving us plenty of reasons why we should take care of the earth and our environment. So once 2022 came around, many of us resolved to live a more intentional
Photo credit: The Slate There's no denying; the uniquely-designed, tin mining-inspired hotel in Phuket, The Slate, deserves a golden spot in your must-visit luxury design hotel collection in Thailand, having been designed by the famed American architect slash interior designer, Bill Bensley whose work is behind renowned properties like Capella Ubud, Rosewood Luang Prabang, Four
Photo credit: Macy's Apart from juicy roast turkey and Black Friday, another thing that remains constant for Thanksgiving every year is the great Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade which has been an annual event since 1924. Held by Macy's, the American department store chain, the three-hour parade featuring gigantic balloons and star-studded performers takes place every
Elewana Collection Tis the season to be jolly and although there's no place as cozy and as warm like home during this time, a little getaway from your home country is a great idea to end 2021 on a great note. And for those who already have enough of the snow-covered destination, how about sun-drenched
Photo credit: Pullman Phuket Arcadia Naithon Beach For those who despise the cold but live in snow-covered winter lands, consider doing yourself a little favour and escape the wintertide to sun-drenched countries during the holiday season. After two winters into the pandemic, some countries in Asia are starting to open up for tourists, easing their Covid-19
Sustainability is a new prerequisite for luxury. The world is turning to a greener way of living and the hospitality industry is no exception. Many hotels have now adopted more sustainable practices without sacrificing on luxury. This shift gave birth to the term "Conscious Luxury". Here are some of the hotels that have eco-friendly practices
Photo credit: Unsplash/Virginia Simionato When it comes to Thanksgiving, the number one thing that usually gets people stressed out the most is the pressure for cooking up a picture-perfect, golden-standard feast for friends and family. However, setting up a wow-worthy table is one of the easiest ways to make sure you half-way win the hearts
Photo credit: Helle Mardahl Let us tell you a little secret into having the best Christmas: keep your ladies happy. Whether it's your wife, grandma, mom or girlfriend, they are the keys to a happy holiday season. Ask your dad or grandpa, they will say that's God's honest truth. For those who are looking for
Photo credit: Aspinal of London Sometimes the most simple thing like finding the perfect gift for your other half can really give you a headache. And especially for ladies who are looking for thoughtful gifts to wow their husbands, boyfriends or even dads and grandpas, the pressure of getting the right gifts can easily be
Photo credit: Minnie Zhou via Unsplash Nothing could get your kids up and energetic in early Christmas morning like presents could. Naughty or nice, all parents would ever want to make their kids happy during Christmas. And if you're one who is currently frantically surfing the internet looking for the perfect gifts for your lovely
Photo credit: The Upper House For those who are currently looking for new flavours to shake things up a bit this month, these new restaurants in Hong Kong sure will not disappoint with their scrumptious offerings. This October, Hong Kong’s dining scene is blossoming with new eateries to treat your taste buds. So for discerning
After a three-year hiatus, social life has lit up again in Hong Kong and the 2023 edition of Art Basel Hong Kong brings Champagne-fueled parties, art-inspired diners, lavish VIP experiences and world-class exhibitions to the city. Here is our list of things to do, see and eat to live the collector life. Set sail to
Photo credit: Grand Paradiso Ibiza The statement "Life is better on the island" is proven to be true to those who have already traversed over the glory of Ibiza. Before the Spanish island was known as one of the world's best nightlife destinations, Ibiza (aka White Island or Isla Blanca) was known first for its
Photo credit: Aneta Voborilova via Unsplash In the technology-ruled era where a cooking class can easily be found – fun and free – on the internet, there’s really no need to break the bank going to Le Cordon Bleu or CIA. YouTube and social media have become the platform for great cooks across the world
Location: Udaipur, India Photo credit: Raffles Udaipur Photo credit: Raffles Udaipur Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, the expansive property is reminiscent of a magnificent country estate, with beautifully manicured, ornamental gardens and panoramic views of the surrounding hills, tranquil lake and a 400-year-old temple. Arrival is via a scenic 20-minute drive from
Photo credit: Grouphug There's no better time to start living more responsibly and sustainably than the holiday season. Here's a moment of reflection and a time where New Year's resolutions and next year's goals and dreams are being set out. And as the world is moving forward to a (hopefully) greater year of 2022, many
Photo credit: Unsplash/Daniel Jensen Uncertainty is the new certainty in Covid-19 era. There's no doubt that the pandemic has slowed down every aspect of life and all types of decision making - especially trip planning. With the ever-changing travel rules, restrictions and requirements that vary in every country around the world, planning an international vacay
Photo credit: Spencer Davis via Unsplash With hundreds of stupefying islands where crystal-blue sea kisses sheer white sands, it is beyond a shadow of doubt that this European country would be one of the top ideal destinations for a sun-drenched, island-hopping vacation. With the country reopening for tourists, there's also no surprise to see that
Photo credit: Carette Paris In the past few years, the coffee excitement has come from cities such as Melbourne, Copenhagen, Seattle or Taipei. These cities renowned for their top-notch brews and innovative coffee-centric concepts could easily make the so Parisian “café crème” – an espresso served with a dash of cream or milk – look
Photo credit: Carlton Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit For discerning diners living in the Big Mango, make it a Christmas to remember this year with memorable festive menus from some of our favourite venues in Bangkok. Whether you want to cosy up with festive afternoon tea or take delight in Christmas Italian dinner, our list here is
Photo credit: Maria Brauer via Unsplash Nothing says Christmas like Christmas trees, golden-brown roast turkey and cities blanketed in lights and Christmassy decorations. Now Japan takes the latter to new heights with their annual Winter Illuminations, enchanting lighting events that roll out in big cities throughout Japan in November and December, with some even stretching
