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Sep62015 by olafNo Comments

Langkawi

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There are several noteworthy tropical destinations throughout Malaysia, and one of these is Langkawi; a gorgeous tropical island full of engaging activities, natural landscape wonders and plush accommodation facilities. Langkawi is regarded as having a full compliment of all that’s necessary for a great holiday getaway. Despite the fact that Langkawi has been a tourist destination for decades, it has managed a balance between development and its natural assets. The government has kept the original face of the island-a rural Malaysian region where the traditional kampung (villages) have remained as they have been for generations. Langkawi is actually a collection of 104 islands just off the coast of Kedah but it is only the largest island that has become a tourist hub. Thus the is...

Sep52015 by olafNo Comments

Nusa Lembongan & Nusa Penida

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Once known as “What’s that island over there?” Nusa Penida is now drawing considerable interest amongst Bali’s visitors. Back in the early 90’s Nusa Lembongan was not quite the mystery that Nusa Penida presented then. Lembongan in those days was the haunt of young surfers who were happy to put up with modest facilities and warm beer for the thrill of challenging surfing conditions. Today both islands have great appeal for tourists and offer some exciting differences to Bali’s well-trodden tourist areas. I enjoy my life here on Bali but there are times that I really need a weekend break to refresh myself through relaxation. The Nusa island cluster is a quick 45 minutes by boat from Bali. Nusa Penida the largest of this island cluster offers a chance to get away to an almost pris...

Sep42015 by olafNo Comments

G Hotel Kelawai

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We can all agree that comfort and location are the two important aspects when choosing holiday or business accommodation. Located just a step away from its older sister, G Hotel Gurney and a new addition to G Hotel, G Hotel Kelawai is an ideal place to stay in Penang, sited at Jalan Kelawai in George Town, Penang’s main thoroughfare. Within walking distance from the hotel is Gurney Drive; Penang’s well-known food hawker’s street. The hotel is also close to Gurney Plaza, Gurney Paragon, nearby tourist attractions, UNESCO world heritage sites and of course beaches. G Hotel Kelawai scores high marks for its location in the heart of George Town. Tagged as “Style Redefined”, the interior of G Hotel Kelawai’s uniquely innovative design was inspired by the architect’s desire to create an ...

Sep42015 by olafNo Comments

The Quincy Hotel

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An Ideal Accommodation for Shoppers Among the abundance of hotels in Singapore, The Quincy Hotel offers a good alternative to visitors for a convenient and comfortable stay. Well situated in central Singapore, The Quincy Hotel is Singapore’s first All-Club hotel where all guests receive the same service regardless of room type. The All-Club Benefits takes Quincy’s innovation one step further, turning the entire hotel into an exclusive ‘club’ lounge featuring all-day light refreshments at the hotel lobby restaurant. The Quincy Hotel’s location is one of the reasons many visitors to Singapore including myself, chose this hotel. The renowned Orchard Road shopping belt is only a five-minute walk away, Paragon Shopping Mall is about 3 minutes on foot and the nearest MRT Station can be ...

Sep42015 by olafNo Comments

Mayura A Karma Retreat

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a contemporary Balinese style property set on the banks of a jungle-clad river in the village of Mas on the outskirts of Ubud. Mayura - A Karma Retreat is just 50 minutes from the international airport and 10 minutes from central Ubud, Bali’s artistic, spiritual and cultural hub. It was here that the last rulers of the Hindu Majapahit Empire fled centuries ago, bringing with them a rich tradition of art, music, theatre and writing. Today, Ubud is thronged with galleries –from grand museums to tiny hole in the walls and it is here that you can witness some of Bali’s most accomplished dancers and gamelan musicians performing each evening. Visit the royal palace, mossy stone temples and traditional markets or venture into the stepped rice paddies that border Ubud and discover the hea...

Sep32015 by olafNo Comments

Villa Mandalay

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Waking up in the morning to the sweep of terraced rice paddies down to the Indian Ocean one can be sure that their holiday at Villa Mandalay will be so much more than average. Here at Villa Mandalay, Balinese-style pavilions have been arranged in a U-shape configuration around the attractive central point of a 25-meter rectangular swimming pool. The villa features 2 master bedrooms that flank the main living and dining areas. Each bedroom has its own large bathroom with separate his and her vanities as well as an oversize terrazzo bathtub. There are also 4 guest bedrooms located around the swimming pool with direct access to the pool’s wooden deck. A smaller studio bedroom is situated next to the sauna just off from the lower garden that overlooks a six-tee ‘pitch and putt’ golf c...