In April 2019, I checked into the Ayutthaya Suite at 137 Pillars Bangkok, an SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World) hotel situated in the Phrom Phong district near fashion and nightlife district Thonglor as well as the bustling Sukhumvit area. The 34-luxury suite hotel is minutes away from Phrom…
In March 2019, I checked into the Andaz Large Suite King at Andaz Singapore, which occupies levels 25-39 of the gleaming mixed-use development DUO Tower in Bugis. The hotel is accessible via the Downtown line exit of Bugis MRT Station, and is situated close to the ethnic enclaves of Kampong…
World of Hyatt has launched their latest “Earn Points Faster” bonus points promotion for members who stay at Hyatt hotels and resorts worldwide as well as participating M life Rewards destinations and Small Luxury Hotels of the World hotels between 15 February – 15 May 2019. All World of Hyatt members who register for…
In December 2018, on my birthday, I checked into the King Bed Room at Hyatt Centric Ginza Tokyo, which is discreetly situated along the up-market Namiki Street in famous Tokyo luxury retail district Ginza. The almost one-year old Tokyo property has the distinction of being the first Hyatt Centric in Asia,…
In October 2018, I checked out Mezza9’s quintessential Sunday champagne brunch, not just because of my quivering-knees anticipation to investigate the age-old urban legend that your flute here is never more than a quarter empty before it is instantly replenished with more liquid gold, but also because I was intrigued…
In August 2018, I checked into the King Club Room at Grand Hyatt Singapore, which is situated minutes away from Orchard MRT station and numerous shopping malls such as Far East Plaza, Shaw House, Scotts Square and ION Orchard. I have always had very average service experiences at Hyatt properties…
The UTW (“Under Ten Words”): Art gallery-chic and minimalist property is beautiful but aloof. The must-dos (if any): Breakfast at The Embassy Room, visit the Infinity Pool. Intro: In July 2018, I checked out the new Park Hyatt Bangkok, a 222-room property which is widely hyped to be one of…
The UTW (“Under Ten Words”): Beachside chalet-style relaxation and aquatic frolic in Danang. The must-dos (if any): Exhibitionist bathtub soaking, swim in one of the many pools within the resort, dinner at Pool House. Intro: In February 2018, during my trip to Danang, I checked into the Regency Suite at…
The UTW (“Under Ten Words”): Accessible luxury vibes and forest lodge cosy feels in Bugis. The must-dos (if any): Take a dip in the pool, have an Andaz Chendol pop, have a drink at Mr Stork (or Bar Square if you take your drinks seriously). Intro: Over the Christmas weekend, I…