Life is one long vacation
A couple of months ago, I purchased a round trip Manila to Singapore ticket on a whim. Since I had already gone to Singapore many times, I decided to do a staycation there to escape the stresses caused by Manila. I had to choose a hotel that I’d actually stay in, not just sleep in, Read More
Da Nang, Vietnam has been making top must-go lists recently and for good reason—many travelers come to explore the attractions in Bana Hills, and more and more resorts are sprouting along its coast. I came back to Da Nang recently to see for myself why there’s renewed interest for the city, and I stayed in Read More
Whatever story you’ve heard about Bangalore’s traffic jams, no matter how exaggerated, is most likely true—I actually experienced it first hand. Hence, the key in choosing a place to stay in the megalopolis is to stay near where you’re going most. For those doing business with the IT firms near the Outer Ring Road-Sarajapur Junction, Read More
The last time I was in Shanghai was 2014, and my recollections of the city were already quite vague—though I did remember well that Nanjing East Road and People’s Square were among the city’s hubs of action and shopping. Checking the options around those adjacent areas, I found the luxurious-looking Le Royal Meridien Shanghai, and Read More
As a traveler who geeks out on hotels, I’m always excited to try out new brands and concepts. Recently debuting in Southeast Asia is Element Hotels, which is Marriott International’s offering for long-staying guests whose main concerns are well-being and environmental sustainability. Its first opening here in the region happens to be in the city Read More
