Abisena Ubud Review Set amid emerald rice paddies, swaying palms and jungle-covered valleys in the village of Keliki, Abisena Ubud is the kind of place travellers come to Bali hoping to find — peaceful, soulful and deeply attuned to its surroundings. This adults-only retreat is more than just a hotel; it is a five-star wellness […]
Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North Review When you think about Qatar, your mind might drift first to the glittering urban skyline of Doha or the vast desert stretching beyond it. But perched on its own vibrant island destination along the coast of Lusail—Qatar’s ‘Future City’— is a property that’s redefining what a Gulf resort can […]
Holiday Inn Resort Bali Nusa Dua Review Nusa Dua feels like Bali at its most refined. Meaning ‘Two Islands’, this premier resort enclave on the island’s southeastern tip is known for its five-star luxury and pristine coastline. It’s a world away from the buzz and chaos of areas such as Kuta and Canggu, appealing instead […]
The Garcia Resort Ubud Review Few destinations capture the imagination quite like Bali. Known for its warm hospitality and striking landscapes, there is far more to the island than its famous beaches. Inland, dense jungle, terraced rice fields and gushing waterfalls reveal a slower, gentler side of Bali — one that rewards travellers who take […]
Mercure Jakarta Sabang Review Jakarta is not a city that reveals itself instantly. At first glance, it can feel overwhelming—sprawling, energetic and unapologetically urban. Yet beneath the traffic and towering skyline lies a rich cultural fabric that rewards those willing to explore it properly. For our family, Mercure Jakarta Sabang was a well-located and comfortable […]
Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha Review My first visit to Qatar was in 2011. When I returned in 2025, I was amazed by just how much the country had changed over the years. The skyline had evolved dramatically, transforming from a modest cluster of buildings into a futuristic cityscape of glass, steel and ambition. Doha […]
Why Nkomazi Private Game Reserve is One of South Africa’s Best-Kept Safari Secrets We had just settled into the rhythm of the late-afternoon game drive when Jonathan, our ranger, slowed down and pointed to a marula tree in a vast area dubbed Serengeti Plains. Under its shade, five cheetahs stretched and yawned, their amber eyes […]
Review: Bontle Lodge in Welgevonden Game Reserve There’s something immensely satisfying about arriving at a lodge where the staff don’t treat you as a transient visitor, but as an old friend who’s finally made their way home. That’s how Bontle Lodge set the tone for our Welgevonden escape—with genuine warmth and hospitality. The sort of […]
Tau Game Lodge Review We had barely begun our afternoon game drive with Tau Game Lodge when we stumbled upon a pride of lions feasting on a waterbuck just outside the lodge. The group consisted of two impressive males, two lionesses, and four playful cubs. After gorging themselves, the adults retreated to the shade for […]