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If you are like me, you are often disappointed by the fitness centres you find at hotels when you are on the road. Even some of the fitness centres at five star hotels can prove seriously lacking. No expense is spared when it comes to the spa, the the F&B outlets, or the lobby. Even …
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Dusit D2 Baraquda in Pattaya is a boutique hotel with a distinctive personality in the Thai beach resort just 90 minutes fromj Bangkok International Airport.
Pattaya: as one of the first beach resorts in Southeast Asia, Pattaya has something for everyone. There are stylish resorts and inexpensive hostels.
The blossoming of sakura, or cherry trees, starts as early as January in sub-tropical Okinawa, reaching Kyoto and Tokyo in late March or early April, and continuing northward toward Hokkaido – the northernmost of Japan's four major islands – as late as May. Just as weather varies from year to year, the blooming of cherry …
A luxurious new retreat has opened along Phuket's tony Millionaires Mile. The Andara Resort & Villas Phuket, owned by Hong Kong-based restaurateur Allan Zeman, is nestled amid the hills overlooking Kamala Beach on the island's Western shore. It affords stunning views of the Andaman Sea. There are 37 residential suites and 26 pool villas. Measuring …
I woke up even earlier than usual this morning. The Love Kitchen hadn't opened yet so I decided to go for a walk before breakfast. I thought I would head to the beach to watch the sun rise, but I wasn't sure how to get there. I wandered down the road past lovely resorts – …
I fell into a comfortable routine. I would awake early, stroll over the the Love Cafe, and partake of a healthful breakfast. Because I overextended myself during a hot yoga session on my third day, I had to give up yoga, but I continued with my daily laps for the rest of my stay. Following …
My second evening without alcohol and for the second night in a row, I found myself unable to keep my eyes open. Once again I found myself putting my book on my nightstand, falling asleep with the lights on, awakening just before dawn. Was I falling into a comfortable new routine? Following another yummy breakfast, …
Detox versus rejuvenation - who says that nutritious food has to be bland? Love Kitchen at Absolute Sanctuary in Koh Samui, save delicious yet healthy meals!
I woke up earlier than expected. After showering and shaving, I headed to the Yoga Centre, where I took part in Pranayama, or meditation, yoga for 30 minutes. I had my first detox drink while waiting for a consultation with a wellness consultant, who conducted a kinesiology priority check, took my blood pressure, and measured …