Posts Tagged ‘Spa Destinations’
How to practice “Eat, Pray, Love” in Bali
By Dian Hasan | Mary 19, 2010
Julia Roberts’ upcoming 2010 summer movie, “Eat, Pray, Love”, based on the hugely successful novel by Elizabeth Gilbert, will no doubt help promote the travel destinations depicted in the novel.
Regardless of whether the movie will be a commercial success, Tuscany, India, and the undeniable star attraction – BALI – are already gaining traction. Initial interest in the book, and now the movie, has already seen an increase in tourist arrivals in Bali. Led by female travelers, for whom the book is intended for, the novel’s theme of self-discovery and actualization, in search of life’s balance and – most importantly – the balance of body, mind and soul – strikes a chord with Bali’s offering.
Therefore, boutique resorts & hotels, gourmet cuisine, yoga, meditation, spa, herbal remedy, traditional markets, organic spa treatments, ecotourism practices, Bali’s Green School… are all key word searches that are popping up in the Googledom search universe.
For North American female travelers, their search for what Bali has to offer might just have ended, with a travel package designed specifically with this novel in mind.
Women’s Retreat from Wake Up in Bali, is a travel-program laden with activities that attempt to remain faithful to the novel. Designed as a wholesome approach to journey of self-discovery, Women’s Retreat is positioned as a transformational experience that is unique and life-enhancing. Read the rest of this entry »
Exquisite Villas | Royal Santrian Villas & Spa, Tanjung Benoa, Bali
By Dian Hasan | May 17, 2010
Bali is synonymous with world-class resorts, luxurious villas and even quaint traditional losmen guesthouses.
Regardless of choice of accommodation, you can be assured that it comes with the personal level of service from the warm-hearted Balinese people with their intoxicating culture and distinctive style. The grace in which they extend their hospitality is of course legendary across the world.
The last decade has seen a mushrooming of luxury villa offerings across the island. Each villa with its look and feel, but share in common the Bali Design Style that has evolved into a recognizable style that is emulated around the world.
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (12 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 17, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (11 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 20, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (16 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 17, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (4 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 17, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (2 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 23, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (19 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 17, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (13 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 17, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).
Unique Urban Style | Singapore Boutique Hotels (9 of 20)
By Dian Hasan | December 19, 2009
Cities! What would we be without them? The energy that they emanate, as hives of a myriad of activities. From dawn till dusk. Home to contrasting realities, for the teeming populace defined by marketers and urban planners alike by specific socio-demographic niches. And today, increasingly cities are distinguished by the residents’ lifestyles. Cities are adept at re-inventing themselves, evolving with the times and changing needs. Ultimately, every city strives to become more sustainable.
One way to experience the changing face of cities is through her Boutique Hotels. A window into the city’s distinctive style, character, personality, culture, and personalized service. In short, inseparable from the city’s brand!
Here’s a fascinating look at Singapore, a small city-state that is best explained as “the little engine that could!”. Home to Asia’s only in-city Formula-1 Grand Prix, befitting its fast pace as one of the original Asian Tiger economies that went from third world to first world in under three decades. (click on any picture for more info).













































