Gourmet Traveller

When the InterContinental Bangkok first opened 20 years ago, it was the embodiment of five-star hotel luxury. Its prized location in the Ratchaprasong district, close to malls and offices, as well as the Chit Lom BTS station, made it favorable for both business and leisure tourists. Today, the hotel still retains many of these aspects, but has been given a multimillion-dollar renovation and redesign by Thailand-based P49 Deesign & Associates.

Milaidhoo Island Maldives is a private oasis set over 13 acres (5.2 hectares) atop the Baa Atoll’s beautiful UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. While it’s already an incredible location to fully switch off from the outside world, the resort wants to further boost your experience with its new and improved wellness programmes that pair food with spa sessions and meditation.

In Seminyak, an oceanside resort poised as the laidback luxury for visitors to escape to, awaits. Offering the vantage point of the vibrant beachside neighbourhood, an iconic coastline, and seclusion to refresh, The Seminyak Beach Resort & Spa sets a new standard for high-end hospitality in Bali. Staying at the resort means a personalised service that pampers the guests from arrival to departure and a dining scene that spoils the tastebuds from breakfast to dinner.

The sign the co-pilot of Bawah Reserve’s amphibious seaplane was holding up jolted me out of my sleepy state, having just woken up from a nap. It read: “10 minutes to paradise”.

Located along the serene coast of southern Sri Lanka, ANI Sri Lanka is an exclusive private resort that offers the most intimate of glimpses into this tropical island.

The Ritz-Carlton, Perth Club Lounge with its sweeping views of the Swan River is reminiscent of a luxe yet warm residence, or a beautifully designed private sanctuary. Stepping into the space is akin to a welcome home hug. You will get to enjoy a range of bespoke experiences along with personalised attention from the incredibly savvy team throughout your stay. Aside from the excellent concierge service, prep yourself for the ultimate luxurious gourmet experiences at The Ritz-Carlton, Perth Club Lounge. Guests will never go hungry (or thirsty) here thanks to five daily signature culinary offerings and daily cocktails; and select beverages all day (with beer, wine and spirits from midday).