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Arumdalu Private Resorts, Belitung

Arumdalu Private Resorts, Belitung

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[vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] For those looking for a pleasurable experience combined with the local charm of the Belitung Island, Arumdalu Private Resorts merits serious consideration. As one of Indonesia’s gems, this resort provides an ideal scenic getaway with superb accommodation. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] Situated in the Membalong district amongst the beautiful islands of Belitung, just off the eastern coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, Arumdalu Private Resorts offers secluded, private and secure location villas with state-of-the-art facilities. It is designed with contemporary Indonesian art and style to reflect the natural surroundings and local culture with the use of mostly locally sourced materials. Warm earth colours dominate the interior of the villas ...

Mahatma House

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Located less than 30 minutes from the jetsetters playground of Seminyak in the south west of Bali and in the beautiful and very traditional Balinese village of Seseh, Mahatma House is set in the peaceful but strategic area of Seseh. Echo beach is only 100 meters away and it is less than 10 kilometres to Tanah Lot Temple and the Nirwana Golf Course. Mahatma House is owned by a Spanish model and a fashion designer and their sense of style and sophistication shines throughout the villa, from the fabulous black interiors to the incredible collection of Asian antiquities. On entering Mahatma House, you are presented with an immaculate view of the 18m X 6.4m private pool surrounded by lush green tropical gardens cooled by fresh sea breezes from nearby Seseh beach. The property sits in 2,60...

HANGING GARDENS UBUD

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We are frequently told that such and such a property has been designed and built to blend or become part of its surrounding environment. While this is a most welcome approach to hotel development in these expanding times it has to be the Hanging Gardens Ubud that takes the prize for thoughtful, careful and imaginative approach to fitting in with nature’s gifts. This 5 star boutique hotel with its 3.2 hectares of land, 38 private suites and villas, each with their own granite-tiled infinity pool, sits with 8 levels on an almost 45 degree incline overlooking the Ayung River Valley and is backed by rich tropical jungle. The hotel is a picture book experience and the 8 levels, serviced by a funicular rail, offer a variety of stunning views. A lounge bar is located below the restaura...
The Majestic Malacca

The Majestic Malacca

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A novel way to experience the charm of Malacca is to book accommodation at the historic Majestic Malacca. Here the spoils of colonial luxury are available to all. The Majestic Malacca is regarded as the best hotel in Malacca and is where the art and architecture of history combine with the pomp and ceremony of exceptional service. A novel way to experience the charm of Malacca is to book accommodation at the historic Majestic Malacca. Here the spoils of colonial luxury are available to all. The Majestic Malacca is regarded as the best hotel in Malacca and is where the art and architecture of history combine with the pomp and ceremony of exceptional service. The lobby of this historic hotel is small by todays standards but one is made to feel privileged on entering and once taken in, the ...
Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang

Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_blockquote type="type1" border_color="#00e3ff"] For over four decades, Rasa Sayang has been the iconic resort on Penang as Malaysia’s first ever five-star resort and Shangri-La’s first property in Malaysia. [/vc_blockquote][vc_column_text] A short flight from KL took me to Penang International from where I made my way to the Batu Ferringgi Beach area where Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa is located. The resort sits on a large site of 30 acres and was designed and built to incorporate the best of Malay tradition in conjunction with contemporary chic. Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa, Penang offers 304 elegantly appointed rooms and suites divided into two wings: Garden Wing and Rasa Wing, each with their own entrance, lobby and driveway. The Garden W...
The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta

The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta

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It is with the first impressions on entering The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta that one is immediately struck by the attractive eclecticism of the décor and the enchanting ambience of this historical building. The hotel was originally built in 1918 and as a perfect example of 19th century Indochina Architecture was acknowledged as a heritage building in 1996. Here a blend of European Art Nouveau is where archipelago interest together with Javanese and Chinese cultural elements combine. Situated in the heart of Yogyakarta, The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta is the second of the MGallery collection selected in Asia due to its history and splendid decor. The hotel boasts 143 exquisite rooms including 1 suite and 1 disabled room. All rooms have their own private balcony overlooking the urban landscape, ...