Anniversary - Pimalai in Thailand

Anniversary - Pimalai in Thailand Pimalai Resort & Spa is accessible from Krabi, Phuket and from Trang. Located on Koh Lanta, it’s a wonderful compromise between the once natural but now busy town of Phuket and more remote wilderness areas. The gardens, the woods, and the beach take centre stage. No bold design statements, just a warm, contemporary and identifiably Thai... Read More

Wedding Party - Matangi Island, Fiji

Wedding Party - Matangi Island, Fiji It’s always a joy to visit the scenic outer-islands of Fiji, to experience a truly exotic and calming sense of detachment from the hectic environment of everyday life. Lovely beaches, clear blue lagoons, dazzling snorkelling and diving reefs and jungle-clad volcanic peaks aside, it is the warmhearted native Fijians you will remember... Read More

Head Over Heels and Underwater in the Maldives - Huvafen Fushi

Head Over Heels and Underwater in the Maldives - Huvafen Fushi This lavishly contemporary retreat sits on its own lagoon on a tiny island in North Malé Atoll. Its sleek, over-water beach bungalows feature designer linen, furniture and Bose music systems. The friendly, laid-back staff add another dimension of cosseting bliss to what is already paradise perfect where all guests... Read More

A Hand-Made Group Celebration - Concierge Touch

A Hand-Made Celebration - Concierge Touch In May a special birthday celebration became a hard-earned reality in two unique locations in Australia. This event reunited three generations of a globally dispersed family. Guests were invited to share in a program of events for the pleasure of surprising a much-respected family member. The willing invitees travelled from the... Read More

Alaska Bound - American Safari cruises

Alaska Bound - American Safari cruises Be pampered. Leave the crowds behind. Cruise breathlessly close to Alaska’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Leave relaxed and rejuvenated. American Safari yachts carry a maximum of 36 guests, cruise only during daylight hours and have flexible itineraries. Uniquely surprising is that each yacht carries mountain bikes, kayaks and... Read More

Oceania's Canyon Ranch SpaClub

Oceania’s Canyon Ranch SpaClub Oceania Cruises emphasizes a destination-intensive, floating-hotel experience with top-notch food and superior service. Public rooms, including the restaurants, are graceful and elegant. Overall, this clever cruise company has managed to create a luxury experience, and has been one of the cruise industry’s best value-for-money options in... Read More

Thailand - Evason Six Senses Spa, Phuket

Thailand - Evason Six Senses Spa, Phuket In the glinting waters of the Andaman Sea, the tropical island of Phuket is rightly one the most popular destinations in Thailand. The Evason Six Senses Spa sits in a region where 5 star resorts grow ever more over-the-top. It is a beacon in that it is a humble operation with high standards. Its eco-friendly practices contribute to the... Read More

Maldives - CoCo Island Resort

Maldives - CoCo Island Resort There is more to the turquoise Maldives than just its deeply satisfying colours. At Coco Island Resort the style is a simple yet sophisticated mix of the contemporary and the indigenous. Rooms occupy converted “dhoni” (Maldivian fishing) boats, each overhanging the reef-protected lagoon. The cuisine is designed to maximise well-being with... Read More

Heavenly accommodation on Hayman Island, Australia

Heavenly accommodation on Hayman Island, Australia In the northern Whitsunday Passage, Hayman Resort sits alone on the island. The rooms deliver privacy and face the ultimate in saltwater lagoons. On offer are eclectic dining areas, a coral-sand beach and water sports paraphernalia for even the most fanatic water enthusiasts. Importantly, Spa Hayman is the setting for delicious... Read More

The Gôra Kadan, Japan accommodation - Zen by any other name

The Gôra Kadan, Japan accommodation - Zen by any other name The most remarkable thing about Japan is the divide between its thousand-year-old traditions and its thirst for modernity. The juxtaposition of the two can sometimes be found in exceptional ryokans — traditional Japanese travellers’ inns, located along Japan’s country roads that date back hundreds of... Read More