Chiang Mai has always been that holiday destination that I would tell my friends “I really want to visit” but for some reason, the idea of booking a flight there eluded me. Until mid-last year when Jien and I felt the need to spend some R&R as a family come…
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Koh Samui has been one of the holiday destinations I wanted to check out as I’ve read online and on print, a lot of good things about the place. We decided on a fairly relaxing trip and made sure to space out our activities over the span of five days…
I’ve been mooting the idea of bringing May Anne on holidays with us, to which Jien agreed when she turned 6 months old. We took her to Singapore by car and three weeks later, she was on her first flight – to Bangkok. Jien and I last visited Bangkok in…
Travel writer: Melissa Foo It’s a weekday afternoon and you wished you were sipping on a Pina colada overlooking the azure blue ocean whilst digging your toes into the sand – but instead, you’re squinting your eyes at the computer screen trying to make sense of workflows and processes. We…
It’s been close to 6 years since I last visited Bangkok and the city has changed quite a bit – better, in fact. Jien was there on a work assignment so I tagged along for a short retreat and also to pick up a few items for the office studio. We…
Travel writer: Melissa Foo Bangkok is often considered as a short getaway destination option as it’s only a 2-hour flight away from Kuala Lumpur. A typical Bangkok holiday consists of mainly eating, shopping, eating, and shopping; not necessarily in that order. Platinum Mall, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Siam Paragon, CentralWorld, Khao…
Travel writer: Melissa Foo We are spoilt for choice when it comes to holiday destinations within South East Asia. Depending on your preference, an ideal holiday could be exploring a city on foot, diving 20 metres into the ocean observing marine life, reading a book in an obscure café, trekking…
During our stay at Westin Phuket, rif and I got to sample the F&B offering that the resort has to offer – from robust Thai cuisine to hearty Italian favourites. We also enjoyed the room service since we spent most of our time in the villa. At Prego by the…
Pool villas make one of my most memorable hotel stays — a luxury that rif and I indulge in every now and then. We would usually book them for birthdays and anniversaries; a form of relaxation and detachment from the hustle and bustle of our daily lives. The Westin Siray…
When I’m on vacation, I would often ask myself if I want to relax and rejuvenate, or to experience the place and enjoy all that it has to offer. Sometimes, I like to stay right smack in the city where there’s easier access to facilities and food. Other times, I…
