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
Stay: Malaysia
Sama-Sama Express KLIA2: An Upscale Airport Transit Hotel
Since we were arriving late night then departing early the next morning, it was imprudent for us to venture into Kuala Lumpur or even outside the airport. Totaling the costs of getting an Uber both ways plus the cost of a decent hotel room, it made more practical and economic sense to simply stay at Read More
Pullman Miri Waterfront: New Stylish Hotel with Gorgeous Views
Miri in Sarawak, Malaysia, being an oil and gas town, doesn’t offer a wide selection of reputable hotels. Luckily though, Pullman Miri Waterfront—which majestically towers by the Miri River—opened its doors a year ago, so on my last trip across Borneo, I made sure that I stay there and check it out myself. Pullman Miri Read More
Renaissance Johor Bahru: The City’s Finest Hotel
Although Johor Bahru is vastly being developed as a family holiday destination, reputable hotels are still few and far between. Hence, on my last trip, I was thrilled to be staying at the Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel, one of the few internationally-branded properties and the only five-star property in the area. And the Renaissance experience, Read More
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel: Exceeded Expectations
Having slept in hotels that have impressed us us with their youthful vibe and contemporary aesthetic, we honestly didn’t quite look forward to staying at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur. But on the days and nights we spent there, our expectations were exceeded—we experienced a gorgeously classic room and unparalleled service from its staff. LOCATION Sheraton Read More