Monica Tindall The Yum List discovers why Naladhu Maldives, an exclusive island with only 20 homes, is a dream escape for those demanding the ultimate in luxury, absolute privacy and convenience in accessibility. Planning a Holiday to the Maldives What many peo…
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The Slate – Formerly Indigo Pearl, Phuket Beach Resort
Monica Tindall Location, design, spacious rooms, excellent facilities, and a significant number of food and beverage outlets, make The Slate rate high on our list of top places to stay in Phuket. Location Only 10 minutes from the airport, The Slate sits on the qui…
A Relaxing Getaway Just 90 Minutes from Kuala Lumpur – Best Day Trips from KL
Inspired by the month of love, hubby and I embark on a romantic weekend escapade to the Avillion Port Dickson. A direct highway from Kuala Lumpur has us from the city to the sea in under 90-minutes, and just the fact that we’ve mixed up the views for the weekend […]
Gaya Island Resort, A Luxury Hotel, Kota Kinabalu
A gem off the coast of East Malaysia, Gaya Island Resort lies in the heart of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. Set amongst flourishing tropical rainforest and surrounded by a protected aquatic paradise, this YTL property integrates chic accommodation and facili…
The St. Regis Langkawi, The Ultimate Luxury Stay in Malaysia
Bringing with it a century old reputation for art and architecture, personalized butler service and undeniably luxurious experiences, St. Regis has landed on the shores of Langkawi and promises guests a grand celebration of past and present with uncompromisi…
Fusion Maia, Spa and Lifestyle Resort, Da Nang, Vietnam
It’s not a holiday. It’s a lifestyle All-pool villas. All spa-inclusive. Breakfast anytime, anywhere. There sure is a lot to love about Fusion Maia Da Nang. Dedicated to the art of relaxation, this relatively new resort on Vietnam’s central coast is the first we’…
InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort, Gold Coast, Australia
Words and photos: Monica Tindall Gold Coast is certainly a fun destination for family travel. Theme parks, hinterland, a burgeoning food scene, a generally pleasant climate, and striking stretches of golden sandy beaches, make the area a treasure trove for hol…
Cameron Highlands Resort, Wellness Getaway, Pahang
Cameron Highlands Resort A number of locations in Malaysia supply superb settings for a wellness getaway. Tropical beaches and their partnering blue seas seem to have the power to manufacture instant calm. There’s only one suitable retreat however, that not on…
Padma Resort Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
A couple of years back we stayed at Padma Resort in Legian. At that time we were impressed with the extraordinary number of artworks intertwined with Balinese architecture. Not particularly taken by the beach and surrounding district of Legian, we found that the …
Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta, Bali
Arriving on a night flight to Bali, we wanted to spend our first evening in a hotel that was close to the airport, but one in which we’d wake up the following day and feel as if our holiday had already begun. The newly opened Four Points by Sheraton, Kuta […]
Wellness Retreat Ipoh, Spa, Nature & Healthy Cuisine
Wellness Retreat Ipoh Words: Kirsten Durward Photos: Monica Tindall If you are aching for a break from the city, but don’t want to travel too far, and want the luxury of a total wellness retreat without having to get on a plane, then a two-hour drive from Kuala L…
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang
Simply beautiful. Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa is summed up in these two words. Set on (an unheard of these days) 30 acres of beachside land, the magnificent property is encircled by lush verdant grounds. Century old rain trees shade expansive lawns an…