Category: Singapore

Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jun 30, 2019 in Accommodation, Air Travel, Asia, Europe, Featured, France, Hotels, North America, Regions, Resorts, Road Travel, Singapore, Speciality Travel, USA, Washington DC, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
Luxury hotels and vegan food in Singapore

Luxury hotels and vegan food in Singapore

By on Jun 13, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Bars, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, Travel Miscellany
Singapore is a destination with an impeccable list of the finest hotels, and a myriad of dining options that truly offer something for everyone. It is a melting pot of styles, culture and cuisine making it one of our favourite locations in Southeast Asia. In recent years a growing number of hotels and restaurants have
Plant-based pioneers in Singapore

Plant-based pioneers in Singapore

By on May 15, 2019 in Asia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, Travel Miscellany
As plant based options become the norm on menus around the world it truly is an exciting time to be vegan. Gone are the days when we would have to sustain ourselves with dishes that lacked creativity, taste and nutrition. Now we can dine at the finest restaurants and stay in luxurious hotels safe in
Top 10 things to do in Singapore

Top 10 things to do in Singapore

By on May 07, 2019 in Asia, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel
The Garden City. The food capital of Asia. The New York of the East. With names like these it’s no surprise that Singapore is one of the Far East’s most popular cruise destinations. Here are our top ten things to see and do in Asia’s Lion City. Singapore Flyer & Marina Bay Views across the
7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

7 of the best luxury train journeys in the world

By on Apr 15, 2019 in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, North America, Oceania, Peru, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, South America, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe
One of the best ways to travel and see the world’s sights is by train. Here are some of the most spectacular trains and train journeys around the world, from classic journeys such as going from London to Venice on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express to travelling from north to south across Australia and making your way
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Mar 31, 2019 in Asia, Brunei Darussalam, Japan, Kazakhstan, Regions, Singapore, South Korea
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

Top 10 most expensive cities in the world

By on Mar 21, 2019 in Asia, California, China, Denmark, Europe, France, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe
Ever raised an eyebrow at the price of a meal on holiday? Spare a thought for those that live there. The Economist Intelligence Unit has published its annual Worldwide Cost of Living survey and it makes for very interesting reading. The survey was created to help companies calculate cost-of-living for expatriates and business travellers. Comparing the cost of
Luxury travel news this week

Luxury travel news this week

By on Jan 27, 2019 in Asia, Europe, Food and Drink, Indonesia, Regions, Singapore, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to
5 hotels in Southeast Asia that are VERY vegan friendly

5 hotels in Southeast Asia that are VERY vegan friendly

By on Oct 01, 2018 in Asia, Cambodia, Food and Drink, Going Out, Indonesia, Philippines, Regions, Restaurants, Singapore, Thailand, Travel Miscellany
Many hotels and resorts are now able to cater for their vegan guests and those who wish to enjoy plant based cuisine, life is getting easier for vegan travel meaning the days of having to eat salad for dinner are a distant memory. However, these ‘5 hotels in Southeast Asia that are VERY vegan friendly’
Inside the luxury hotel where Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un will meet

Inside the luxury hotel where Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un will meet

By on Jun 06, 2018 in Accommodation, Asia, Bars, Celebrities, Events, Featured, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany
It has been announced that the historic meeting between President Trump and Kim Jong-un scheduled for later this month will take place at the five-star Capella Hotel Singaporean island of Sentosa. It will be the first time that a North Korean leader has met with a sitting US president. Sentosa is one of 63 islands
6 luxurious trains that'll spoil you

6 luxurious trains that'll spoil you

By on Feb 06, 2018 in Asia, Austria, Featured, France, India, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Rail Travel, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Thailand, United Kingdom, Western Europe, Worldwide
Trains are one of the oldest means of long-distance travel. They do a good job of providing an uncluttered, simple and straightforward travel experience where the problems are few and the advantages many. However, for those of us who’d like a touch of sophistication added to this seemingly simple mode of transport, what are the
Asia's 10 most beautiful train journeys

Asia's 10 most beautiful train journeys

By on Oct 28, 2017 in Asia, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Leisure Travel, Malaysia, Myanmar, Rail Travel, Regions, Singapore, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam
An atmospheric train ride is second to none. The perfect way to get to know a country’s landscapes and customs, train trips transform perfunctory journey time into an experience in itself. There are myriad fantastic routes across Asia to choose from, ranging from the more upscale first-class carriages to those which are more basic, but
Regal Airport Hotel sashimi platter

5 of the most luxurious airport hotels in the world

By on Apr 05, 2017 in Accommodation, Asia, Canada, China, Europe, Germany, Hong Kong, Hotels, North America, Regions, Singapore, United Kingdom, Western Europe
We spoke to our friends at JustFly, a platform with more than 400 different airline partnerships in order to provide you the best deals on flights, to find out where some of the most luxurious hotels in the world are located. Enjoy a refreshing swim in an impressively landscaped pool, embraced by rainforest-style gardens, followed by a delicious cocktail
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11 places to see street art around the world

By on Mar 10, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Attractions, Australia, Chile, China, Colombia, Europe, Events, Featured, Going Out, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Singapore, South Africa, South America, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
The term ‘street art’ was coined during the 1980s, when graffiti began to transcend spray-can tags, becoming a specialised craft. Much of the artwork is unsanctioned, but communities around the world have begun to see the value in these visual bursts of life. We’ve compiled some of our best recent street-art discoveries across the globe,
5 of the most exciting places to run your first marathon in 2017

5 of the most exciting places to run your first marathon in 2017

By on Jan 15, 2017 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Bhutan, Jordan, Kenya, Middle East, Oceania, Regions, Singapore, Tanzania, Worldwide
A commitment to getting fit is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. It often comes along with setting ourselves a challenge, something to accomplish in the coming year that will give a real sense of achievement. Now what if you could combine fitness, a challenge and a travel adventure? Five exciting marathons, all
5 of the best destinations for vegan luxury in Asia

5 of the best destinations for vegan luxury in Asia

By on Aug 19, 2016 in Accommodation, China, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hong Kong, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Restaurants, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Vietnam
Asia is hands down our favourite place for luxury travel and we can’t get enough of the different cultures, the natural beauty, the history and the food (the vegan food that is). Contrary to popular belief, our vegan lifestyle isn’t restrictive and so we’ve made it our mission to find the very best in vegan