I’ve been to Chiang Mai a few times, and there, hotels, mostly local ones, are everywhere—many come at an affordable price too. On my last trip, I could’ve gone for a boutique hotel, but I was with my sister, so I opted not to leave it to chance—thus potentially ruining our trip—and go for a Read More
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Blue Lime: Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of Phnom Penh
By way of international hotels, Phnom Penh doesn’t have many—after all, compared to other Southeast Asian capitals, it’s still up-and-coming. Hence, in my recent trip there, I opted to go for a local boutique hotel. My friend Kounila Keo of When in Phnom Penh recommended Blue Lime, and upon reading its reviews, I heeded her Read More
Hyatt Place Bangkok Sukhumvit: Affordable Comfort
The Grand Hyatt Bangkok Erawan has got to be one of the finest hotels in all of Bangkok, and I love every aspect of it. However, in my many trips to Bangkok, there are those that do not warrant a luxury hotel—ones where I’d be spending most of the day (and night) out. Well, Hyatt Read More
Montigo Resorts Seminyak: Affordable Luxury in a Central Location
It’s no secret that Seminyak is quite a pricey location to stay in, especially compared to other locations in Bali. After all, it’s the hub of high-end lifestyle—luxe parties, classy restaurants, and the like. Resorts there charge a premium for stays, but one resort in the area, Montigo Resorts Seminyak, offers luxury accommodations at a Read More
Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur: Affordable, Quality Hotel
If there’s one thing that I learned on my recent trip to India, it’s that accommodations should be planned properly. See, unlike most of Southeast Asia, options in India can either be good but expensive or cheap but bad—and trust me on this, as I was faced with the most disgusting hotel room in New Read More