For a long time India seemed like an unobtainable destination on my never-ending bucket list; the place I would for some reason never get to. Not for fear of safety or the unknown, but rather the vastness of the country and the advanced regret of not being able to see everything. Of course, I would…
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Meet the Little Yogis of Udaipur, India
Arriving in Udaipur couldn’t have been a better first-impression of India. Often referred to as “The Venice of the East” or “The City of Lakes”, there are breathtaking views of the water with mountain backdrops in every direction. I found myself in constant awe over the artistic atmosphere created by everything from the colourfully adorned camels to the street…
The Best Beach Clubs in Bali: From Canggu to Uluwatu
A Bali holiday is synonymous with lazy afternoons that quickly turn into night while lounging, swimming, eating, dancing and drinking at one of the famed Bali beach clubs. There is a beach club in Bali for everyone; from young singles looking for some strong party beats and even stronger drinks, and those more laid-back clubs…
Ranong: The Quiet Gateway Town to Thailand’s Southern Islands
When you make your way south from Bangkok you’ll find yourself on a tiny strip of land called the Kra Isthmus. This narrow strip is dotted with off-the-beaten-path treasures which make up many of Thailand’s Southern Provinces. Ranong is among them. This peaceful port city is a popular stopover spot for visitors travelling from Ranong…
Exploring Chumphon: One of Thailand’s Best Kept Secrets
There is a little sliver of land that lives between the Gulf of Thailand and the Indian Ocean, and connects Thailand to Malaysia. Dotted with incredible destinations on both coasts, this very special part of the world called the Kra Isthmus on the Malay Peninsula. The Southern Thai provinces populating this peninsula include places rich…
Sheraton Maldives: A Luxury Stay at the Sheraton Full Moon Resort
Everyone has seen photographs of the Maldives. You know the ones I mean. They show the ocean as a spectrum of sparkling turquoise hues below clear blue skies that fade into the brightest of golds and oranges as the sun drifts down toward the horizon. And we can’t forget those idyllic overwater villas that are…
48 Hours in Palm Springs: A Healthy Weekend Getaway Guide
People say that Paris is always a good idea. Well, that is how I feel about Palm Springs too. Palm Springs has always been one of my favourite places to spend a weekend away from San Francisco. I love it for the desert temperatures, the chic pools and the incredibly cool vibe. Recently, I discovered that there…
5 of the Best Luxury Hotels in Bali
It was Miriam Adeney who said, “You will never be completely at home again, because part of your heart always will be elsewhere. That is the price you pay for the richness of loving and knowing people in more than one place.” As I sit here typing this with Tri Datu on my wrist and beautiful…
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort: A Luxury Resort-Style Oasis on the River
Like night and day, the Anantara hotel Chiang Mai and the Anantara Golden Triangle in Chiang Rai have personalities all their own. It felt like I had left the lush, green jungle and stepped into the pages on a glossy magazine; into a beautifully polished postcard of a city, at Anantara Chiang Mai. Pat Bailey Luxury…