Posts Tagged ‘Eco Resort’

By Dian Hasan | August 25, 2009

Travel is said to truly broaden the horizon, and… flatten the wallet, of course. But for those with no budgetary constraints, the choice of today’s travel experience seems to be only limited to one’s imagination. If you fancy living like a bygone-era Moghul during his elaborate hunting escapades, you can live it up at Sher Bagh Luxury Tent Retreat in Rajasthan, India. Read the rest of this entry »

When talking about Bali and its fine craftsman ship, discussion will eventually lead to jewelry. And who could have Bali and jewelry in one sentence without the name John Hardy? Long-time Bali resident Canadian who has been designing jewelry inspired by the natural beauty of Bali and her arts & crafts, for Hollywood Royalty for the past decade. Exquisite pieces that have made their way onto the international fashion catwalks, as well as fine purveyors of luxury goods like Nieman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, in the US. And although John Hardy has sold his business, he is still promoting Bali to the world, through his passion for Bamboo! His humble abode is now also an eco-rustic hotel, Bambu Indah (Beautiful Bamboo), in Ubud, Bali. Read the rest of this entry »

When Chilean architect Rodrigo Verdugo ventured into the design of two Eco Loges in Chile’s Huilo Huilo Private Natural Reserve, he was set to take his imagination to new heights. While La Montaña Mágica (The Magic Mountain) Hotel was inspired by an erupting volcano, with cascading water replacing the fire and amber, the idea for the second lodge, Baobab Hotel was probably drawn from a bee-hive, or a snail’s shell. Read the rest of this entry »

Post Ranch Inn is blessed with one of the most extraordinary locations on the face of the earth, a place of such breathtaking beauty it’s hard to believe it’s even accessible by mere automobile-driving mortals. Big Sur is the most scenic destination along California’s most scenic drive, Highway 1, which links Los Angeles with San Francisco and features such curiosities as Hearst Castle and Steinbeck’s Monterey along the way.

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The Balinese Hindu believe in Re-incarnation is part of Hindu Balinese psyche, it’s probably one of the reasons there is such an air of bliss on the island. To a degree this also applies to hotels, that can come back, under a new brand identity and management, and emerge stronger and better. Such is the case of COMO Shambhala Estate at Begawan Giri, now part of Madam Christina Ong’s growing empire of chic hotels, from London to Bhutan, resurrected a blissfully delightful hotel, the former Begawan Giri in Ubud, Bali’s artistic pulse in the highlands. Read the rest of this entry »

Tree houses as hotels are certainly not a new concept, but La Montaña Mágica (The Magic Mountain) Hotel is not just another hotel. Located within the Huilo Huilo Private Natural Reserve, Chile, it is without a doubt one of most unique hotels in South America. This whimsical eco-lodge is shaped like a volcano and complete with every modern comfort, and features cascading water that covers the exterior, giving it a fairy-tale like look. Makes you imagine encountering some character out of Lord of the Rings saga. Read the rest of this entry »

With its French DNA (the owners are French-speaking) and a name that reminds one of Matisse, not to mention the exquisite style that it’s conceived in, Vila Mathis truly delights the senses. Situated in the tranquility of Balinese rice fields, 3 splendid villas set in magnificent gardens covering more than 7,000 sqm create the paradise of Villa Mathis. Each villa has 4 or 5 rooms, some offering superb views across the local landscape.

Each of the 13 rooms in the villas has a unique character & style, and they all offer the same calm and refined ambience. Read the rest of this entry »

Riding in a personal funicular descending down verdant tropical hills to your sumptuously-appointed luxury villa in the heart of magical Bali, is – after all – not your typical hotel experience. Such is the unique travel experience that awaits you at Ubud Hanging Gardens

One could say the name was inspired by Babylon Hanging Gardens, of the seven wonders of the ancient world fame, but the setting is truly unique, if not outright spectacular. Consider this: a half hour outside of Bali’s artistic pulse of Ubud, Ubud Hanging Gardens cling to the edge of the densely forested valley, a situation so precipitous that guests ride a personal funicular from the reception to the villas.. Read the rest of this entry »

If your travel ideas stem from childhood fairy tales like Hansel & Gretel or Little Red Riding Hood, involving verdant European forests, leprechauns, the big bad wolf, the mean witch, and other surrealistic creatures that dwell in the woods, than Kolarbyn eco stay in Sweden may fulfill your fantasy. Kolarbyn is of course an accommodation in modern-day Sweden, and although you won’t find any weird creatures no matter how hard you look, the eco experience promises to be truly unique. And your stay will make a difference in the protection of the area’s wildlife. To ensure the moose, wolves and beavers will be around for many a millennia to come. And Volunteers are always welcome, making this a unique Voluntourism destination. Read the rest of this entry »

By Dian Hasan | July 28, 2009

Across the Bahasa and Malay-speaking universe of Indonesia and Malaysia, villages are called Kampungs. If you ever wondered what it feels like to live in a quaint kampung, a unique eco resort in Bali offers such an experience.

The ocean breeze that kisses our faces in the Balé (Balinese open-air pavilion) feels like the Gods have descended to watch over as a group of obedient students increase their breathing to overcome the discomfort of holding the Yoga pose for the few remaining seconds. Read the rest of this entry »