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Siem Reap, Cambodia is a dream destination for many – just a few kilometers away are the mythical, mysterious, awe-inspiring temples of Angkor Wat, World Heritage site and one of the Wonders of the World. A journey to Angkor is a must for serious world travelers, right up there with the Pyramids of Egypt and Machu Picchu. Hotel de la Paix is a modern respite of luxury in the shadows… Read More
The royalty of Old Siam is full of romance and mystery, a la The King and I. One way you can experience the ambience, surroundings and traditions of Thailand’s royalty is in a stay at Chakrabongse Villas, an intimate boutique inn along the bank of the Chao Phraya River in central Bangkok. Chakrabongse is owned by Narisa Chakrabongse, the great-granddaughter of King Rama V, and this bygone era still permeates… Read More
The Eugenia is old-fashioned Bangkok at its best: an old world style architectural beauty, is embodied in a late 19th-century colonial-style house, charmingly decorated and tastefully furnished in the heart of down town Bangkok. The Eugenia was inspired by the owner’s 83-year-old Vietnamese lady friend, whom we shall call Eugenia and her sense of chic and sophistication and, gracious living. She could well be the human embodiment of The Eugenia… Read More
The former land of Burma is shrouded in history, mystery and controversy. Due to its oppressive government, Myanmar is one of the least-visited Southeast Asian countries – a shame, as it has much to offer in beauty, people, culture and traditions. International flights arrive in the capital city of Yangon, a colonial city whose skyline is dominated by the massive, gold-domed Shwedagon Pagoda. For a taste of the historical Rangoon,… Read More
11th Century Bagan, land of a thousand ancient temples, lies northwest of capital city Yangon along the banks of the Irrawaddy River. The town is divided into three sections: Old Bagan, New Bagan and Nyaung U. The bulk of the temples and archaeological zone is situated in Old Bagan, as is the quiet, secluded Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort. The resort is indeed a sanctuary, its riverside location and landscaped gardens a… Read More
Inle Lake is a magical place where villages and monasteries rise from the water amid floating gardens, hill tribes inhabit the shoreline, and the only way to get around is by longboat. These traditional wooden boats are plied by boatmen using a unique one-leg rowing technique to transport goods and passengers, fish and go to market, all with the green, cloud-covered mountains of southern Shan State rising around the lake’s… Read More
The Old Charm is a very laid-back, comfortable guest house that offers clean, modern, simple but stylish rooms in an excellent location of Bangkok. The main building, which is now the office, is a century-old historic Thai mansion. The proprietor, Minnie, is delightful and willing to provide as much information and assistance during your stay in Bangkok as you would like. Read More
Ibrik by the River is a simple but stylish guest house in a peaceful, convenient spot of the city right on the Chao Phraya River, as the name suggests. Only three guest rooms means privacy and quiet, and the staff is incredibly polite and helpful. This little spot is like a home away from home in sprawling, bustling Bangkok, and a welcome respite at the end of a long day… Read More
It’s often been said that nothing worthwhile is easy. This is a perfect way to describe Glenburn Tea Estate, which cannot in any terms be depicted as easy to get to. You have to want to go to Glenburn; you have to be dedicated, really. Starting from Kolkata or Delhi you fly into Bagdogra Airport or take the train to New Jalpaiguri station; from there it is either a 5-hour… Read More