Introducing The RuMa: KL’s upcoming bespoke luxury hotel rooted in ‘hostmanship’

Think of it as an open house (the kind we enjoy every festive season) hosted by General Manager Guido Farina, but at a much larger scale and uncompromised standards of luxury. Kuala Lumpur’s hospitality scene is on a bullet train…

How to solve your luggage woes while bringing back more from travels

Subrata Dutta from Samsonite shares what to look out for when picking a trusty travel companion – and it looks like Ronaldo is already in on this secret. Subrata Dutta has done his fair share of traveling. As president of…

Keep up with your wellness goals at sea on board Oceania Cruises

Ready for total mind-body rejuvenation? Working out while traveling can be tricky. On one hand, we should really make up for all that extra indulgences, but on the other, there are so many new experiences waiting to be uncovered! Good…

Pangkor Laut Resort – uncompromised privacy on an island of its own

As much as it is billed as a romantic destination, it is just as idyllic for the single person looking for a slice of personal paradise. Luxury comes in many forms but true luxury that many a top dollar can’t…

First look inside W Kuala Lumpur with general manager Christian Metzner

“We’re very colourful and loud – it’s all about music, design, fashion and fuel.” New hotels have opened left, right and centre in Kuala Lumpur in recent months – perhaps faster than we have time to visit. Trust us when…

8 most impressive first-class cabins in the world

This encompasses more than just cabin space and amenity kits. Long-haul travellers can definitely appreciate exclusive airport lounges, well-equipped airports and sumptuous in-flight dining. But what makes the travelling experience all the more seamless and swanky is outstanding, first-class airline…

5 innovative solutions to make your home “smarter”

Think security systems that alert you when your children’s nanny or dog-walker comes over and glass windows that tint based on preset heat settings and conditions. There are Hermès and Gucci home collections to perk up your living space, next-level appliances…

The Majestic Malacca – a window to fascinating past and colourful present

Immerse yourself the confluence of old and new, and you may just leave this city almost as invested in its charm as a native. The Majestic Malacca‘s rich tapestry of history begins in The Mansion – a nostalgic facade originally…

15 international festivals to celebrate summer with music, arts and culture

Rediscover your love for jazz, explore the galaxy through immersive artworks, or dance to the world’s best music at one of these festivals. Summertime is probably the favourite time of the year for those who don’t care much for staying…

What to expect at the V&A Museum’s largest Christian Dior exhibition

Dubbed “Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams”, it is set to be the museum’s most comprehensive fashion exhibition since Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty in 2015. Listen up Christian Dior devotees, you’ll want to mark your calendars for this. The world-renowned Victoria…