Back in 2014, I had the opportunity to stay at and write about the Dusit Thani Bangkok upon the hosting of its general manager Khun Sukanya Janchoo, who is considered a legend in the Thai hospitality industry. I since had fond memories of the place—especially of that signature floral scent that lingered in its rooms. Read More
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Mandarin Hotel Bangkok: A Classic That Has Kept Up with the Times
Whenever I go to Bangkok, I usually stay along Sukhumvit Road, since most places I frequent are there. However, I was traveling with my mom and sister on my last trip, and they wanted to explore Chinatown and the Riverside, so we had to find a hotel midway between those two places and Sukhumvit. That Read More
Holiday Inn Bur Dubai – Embassy District: Palatial Yet Affordable
It was my first time in Dubai, and I was arriving late at night. I wanted to stay somewhere near the airport, the city center, and a metro station, so it would be convenient for me logistically. Fitting my requirement was the palatial Holiday Inn Bur Dubai – Embassy District, which surprisingly, was affordable for Read More
Four Points by Sheraton Bandung: Beautiful Colonial Hotel
It was the middle of Ramadan, so Bandung (and most of Indonesia) had little action, allowing plenty of spare time for me to spend. Thankfully, I was staying at Four Points by Sheraton Bandung—a centrally-located hotel with gorgeous colonial architecture—that made my stay in Bandung worthwhile. Four Points by Sheraton Bandung sits along Jalan Ir. Read More
Hilton Shenzhen Shekou Nanhai: A Resort-Like Getaway
I chose to stay in Shenzhen for five days, since I wanted to maximize the Chinese visa I paid heftily for. On my first couple of days, I stayed in the city center, exploring the city’s attractions (most notably its parks), as well as its plethora of shopping centers. By the third day, I was Read More