Articles Index
Review of Casa Leticia Boutique Hotel, Davao City, Philippines
An inside look at Casa Leticia Boutique Hotel, a cozy (and inexpensive) boutique business hotel in downtown Davao in the Southern Philippines.
Review of the Seri Pacific Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
All about the Seri Pacific Hotel in the Malaysian capital of Kuala Lumpur; located at the PWTC conference complex, one of the best hotels for business in KL
Review of the Grand Mirage Resort, Tanjung Benoa, Bali, Indonesia
Review of the Grand Mirage Resort in Tanjung Benoa, Bali, and its all-inclusive package for families and couples. Luxury resort in family-friendly part of Bali, Indonesia.
Review of Marco Polo Hotel Davao, Philippines
A review of the only luxury hotel in Davao City, the Philippines, the Marco Polo Hotel situated in the commercial district.
Review of the Spa Alila Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
A review of the Spa Alila at the Alila Ubud Resort - a case in point that sometimes it pays to go further afield if you're looking for spa bliss.
Review of the Thalasso Bali Spa in Tanjong Benoa, Bali Indonesia
A guide to the Thalasso Bali Spa, a beachside spa near Nusa Dua, Bali offering seawater-based therapies and other wellness regimens.
Review of the Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore
A review of the five-star Ritz-Carlton, Millenia in Singapore - great views of Marina Bay underpinning extremely luxurious amenities and services
Using StarHub’s GSM Tourist Prepaid Card in Singapore
A review of Starhub and Singapore Tourism Board's GSM Prepaid Card for travelers. A look at its call, text, and data performance, as well as a review of its specials and freebies for Singapore tourists
A Review of the Marina Bay Sands
A review of the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore, a high tech architectural masterpiece housing a hotel and a number of dining, entertainment and premium shopping outlets
Review of the Hotel Fort Canning, Singapore
A look inside the Hotel Fort Canning, a boutique hotel in Singapore - a historical relic given new life as a luxurious hotel next to Fort Canning Park
Review of the Ibis Mangga Dua Hotel, North Jakarta, Indonesia
A review of the Ibis Mangga Dua Hotel, a business hotel set in Mangga Dua in North Jakarta - if you want to stick close to Mangga Dua's shopping scene and Fatahillah Square, consider this hotel.
Dapoer - a Jakarta Restaurant with Far-Flung Culinary Roots
This South Jakarta restaurant explores the richness of Indonesian cuisine and its far-flung Indian, Arabic, Dutch, and Chinese Peranakan roots
Review of Club Bali Hawaii Resort, Anyer, Indonesia
A review of the West Java resort of Club Bali Hawaii Resort, in Anyer, Indonesia, near Krakatau.
Review of the Ascott Serviced Residences, Central Jakarta, Indonesia
A review of the centrally-located Ascott Jakarta in the Central Jakarta business district, in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Review of Club Bali Kota Bunga, Puncak, Indonesia
A review of the hillside resort of Club Bali Kota Bunga in Puncak Pass, about two hours' drive from Jakarta.
Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, Manila, Philippines
A review of the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel, a business hotel at the northern reaches of Metro Manila, close to the center of the Philippines BPO industry
Review of Mandala Spa & Villas in Boracay, Philippines
Full review of the accommodations and spa facilities in Mandala Spa & Villas, a premium spa in Boracay, Philippines, in Southeast Asia.
Fat Jimmy’s: Backpacker-budget Accommodations in Boracay
Fat Jimmy’s is a backpacker hotel that lets scrimping Boracay tourists make the most of their island holiday. Full review with photos and info on food, location, and accommodations.
Vietnam Train Travel from Hanoi to Hue via Livitrans
A full review of the Vietnam train experience riding from Hanoi to Hue, via Livitrans on the Reunification Express.
Review of Residencia Boracay Resort in Boracay, Philippines
A comprehensive, illustrated review of Residencia Boracay on the quieter end of White Beach on Boracay. A budget beachfront resort that's your thing if beach access is all-important.
Review of Ole Boracay Restaurant
Review of Boracay restaurant that specializes in Spanish, Mexican, and Cuban food.
Long Life Hotel in Hoi An, Vietnam
Full review of Long Life Hotel - also known as Thanh Xuan Hotel - in Hoi An, Vietnam. Good value hotel in backpacker district near Hoi An Old Town.
Review of Victory Hotel, Hue, Vietnam
A review of the Victory Hotel, a budget hotel some distance from the Hue city center in Central Vietnam.
Gecko Villa - Villa Living in the Thai Countryside
Detailed review of Gecko Villa, an out-of-the-way but ultimately rewarding experience in rural Northern Thailand.
Dynasty Bali Hotel - Beach Resort in Tuban, Bali
Dynasty Bali is a wonderfully family-friendly resort, located where the action is in Kuta, but offering more than your money's worth of luxury in all the right places. A full review of the Dynasty Bali on Jalan Kartika Plaza, from rooms to facilities to access.