Destinations
Bite-sized chunks of slow, languid exploration
Checking Into Ana Anan: A Luxury Haven on Jomtien Beach
Sleek and contemporary, we had the most incredible pool villa to ourselves in a secluded corner of Pattaya.
Allez les Bleus: 3 Weeks of Trailing the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France
Twenty teams in forty-eight matches, battling for the coveted Webb Ellis Cup. How do you cope when you’re thrown headfirst into a wild egg chase that was completely unplanned?
Checked In: The Fleming
Stepping into Wan Chai’s mid-century harbour past. A detailed look inside Hong Kong’s sleekest maritime-inspired urban retreat.
Cracking Art at Harbour City: Supersized Animals for Environmental Conservation
Supersized, out-of-place and boldly coloured animal sculptures. What’s not to like about them?
Checking Into The Silveri: MGallery’s First Property in Hong Kong
Looking for somewhere chic to stay during a layover in Hong Kong? Here’s a glimpse of the MGallery property located atop the largest outlet mall in town, surrounded by Lantau Island’s natural scenery.
Checking Into COCOON: A Hidden Sanctuary on the Outskirts of Bangkok
Looking for a brief respite from all the clamour and confusion of Bangkok? It’s high time to get a bungalow at a hidden sanctuary on the outskirts of town.
Checking Into HOMM Sukhumvit34 Bangkok: A Home Away From Home
“Home is a feeling, not a place.” Who knew that a boutique hotel tucked away in one of Bangkok’s most busy districts would boast a private onsen experience and a tranquil pool?
Checked In: The Arca
Swapping Causeway Bay claustrophobia for Wong Chuk Hang industrial cool at one of the city's finest boutique stays.
Château Gaillard: Ruined Romance Above the Seine
Nestled in a meander of the Seine and less than an hour’s drive from the busier Rouen, Les Andelys makes for an idyllic day trip in the department of Eure, Normandy.
Checking Into The St. Regis Hong Kong: The Latest Luxury Hotel in Town
Housed in a glittering tower on Wan Chai’s waterfront, The St. Regis Hong Kong is Marriott’s 7,000th property globally with interiors curated by André Fu to embody contemporary luxe.
Checked In: Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel
A low-rise sanctuary tucked into Wong Chuk Hang. Here is why this Southside escape is the island’s best-kept secret for city fatigue.
Neighbourhood Guide to Shek Kip Mei: A Trove of Pastel-Coloured Buildings
Growing up in the neighbourhood, Shek Kip Mei has always appeared a mellow district but its history was far from that.
Checked In: The Figo
Where desert tones meet Sheung Wan’s dried seafood drag. An earthy, dog-friendly urban refuge that makes compact living feel effortlessly chic.
Neighbourhood Guide to Kowloon Tong: Where English Counties Meet Transit Mayhem
Kowloon Tong started out as a small village near Boundary Street with a pond (the name literally means “Kowloon Pond” in Chinese).