Entries by Gemma Shaw

Danang Marriott Resort & Spa: A relaxing beachfront getaway for families

Located along Vietnam’s stunning Central coastline, Danang Marriott Resort and Spa is a hotspot for families looking for a quick tropical getaway. Having opened late last year on a prime spot on Non Nuoc Beach, the spacious resort boasts lush greenery, crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, and stunning sunsets.  Indochine Interiors  The hotel’s 200 […]

From Sea to Skin: The Peninsula Spa introduces VOYA “Moon and Tides” Treatments

The Peninsula Spa has launched new wellness treatments in collaboration with family-owned skincare Irish brand VOYA and in line with the hotel’s focus on prioritising sustainability.  The Therapeutic Power of Wild Seaweed VOYA, which partnered with The Peninsula Hong Kong in 2021, set the bar as the world’s first certified organic seaweed-based skincare brand when […]

Sky-high luxury at Vietnam’s highest hotel

Set on the picturesque western banks of the Saigon River, Vinpearl Landmark 81, Autograph Collection offers sky-high luxury in the heart of Ho Chi Minh.  This 5-star luxury hotel is the highest in Vietnam, occupying 34 floors of the Landmark 81, an 81-floor skyscraper, Vietnam’s tallest building and currently the 17th tallest building in the […]

Regent Phu Quoc sets the bar for unparalleled luxury

In recent years, Phu Quoc has emerged as one of the most talked about destinations for globetrotters. Once home to sleepy fishing villages, Vietnam’s largest island has a fast-growing tourism industry thanks to its immersive natural beauty, pristine sandy beaches and the arrival of some pretty swish luxury resorts. Leading the way is Regent Phu […]

Where to Watch the National Day Fireworks in Hong Kong 2023

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong With breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, offers some of the best seats in town.  Guests can enjoy the spectacular National Day fireworks display in luxury high above Hong Kong whilst dining in one of the hotel’s top-floor restaurants or in […]

Two Hong Kong Hotels Named in World’s 50 Best Hotels List

Two Hong Kong hotels feature in the highly-anticipated World’s 50 Best Hotels list which was unveiled at a ceremony at the historic Guildhall in London on September 19, 2023. This long-awaited list is 50 Best’s first foray into the travel space, and its first new global ranking since the launch of The World’s 50 Best […]

HKL Reviews: Savour Mediterranean summer nights at this hidden Soho gem

Helmed by restaurateur Erik Kirakozov, a Georgia native who previously managed Pirata Group’s portfolio of restaurants and Spanish-born chef Antoni Bernabeu (also previously of Pirata Group), Basin has been serving up what we think is hands-down the best Mediterranean cuisine in Hong Kong for almost a year.  Taking its name from the lands surrounding the […]

One Enchanted Evening at Felix

On Monday, August 14, Felix at The Peninsula Hong Kong will join hands with the Asian Youth Orchestra to present a Midsummer evening of fine dining and music with members of the highly acclaimed Asian Youth Orchestra (AYO).  A 45-minute recital, led by French-Swiss Principal Conductor Joseph Bastian, will be followed by a sumptuous five-course […]