Are you a fan of beautiful properties, warm hospitality and places that offer something beyond the ordinary? Good news – so am I!
If you’re a Yoga, Wine & Travel reader then you’ll know that I absolutely love staying at places with soul and personality – not just your average cookie-cutter property where you pay for four walls and a bed, a mediocre cup of coffee and okay service.
I love discovering outstanding boutique and luxury hotels around the world, and can’t wait to share my honest recommendations with you. Read on for some places you need to add to your hotel bucket list!
8 Tried-and-Tested Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the best cities in the world to explore: contrary to popular opinion, it has much, much more to offer beyond its picture-perfect skyline! Those with more time in the city are just a short hop…
The Fleming Hong Kong: A Boutique Hotel That Celebrates the City’s Heritage
I am fiercely in love with Hong Kong, my home of more than three decades. But the truth is, the city hasn’t truly embraced the boutique hotel concept, even after all these years. Name a big international hotel chain –…
Sam & Lola’s in Hiriketiya: A Tropical Hideaway Nestled in South Sri Lanka
If you’re a Yoga, Wine & Travel reader then you’ll know that when we travel, we look for hotels that are more than just four walls and a bed. Where you stay when you travel can make or break your…
Cape Weligama Hotel Review: Check in for Unrivaled Views and Soulful Service
Cape Weligama offers unparalleled luxury as well as one of the best hotel pools in Sri Lanka – here’s what to expect! Take a touch of traditional luxury, a splash of Sri Lankan flair and a whole lot of tropical…
Where to Stay in Italy: The Best Boutique Hotels in Rome, Florence, the Amalfi Coast and Beyond
Read on for incredible Italy accommodation options – nearly 20 awesome hotels in Italy tried and tested by yours truly! There’s something about Italy that keeps beckoning and calling me back, year after year. Ideally, I’d like to be in…
Glamping in Wadi Rum, Jordan: Are the Bubble Tents Worth It?
Wadi Rum is a scenic desert valley in southern Jordan and one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions. Read on for things to do in Wadi Rum and where to stay! The Wadi Rum Protected Area is located about…
Diyabubula: An Eco-Luxury Hideaway in Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle
Diyabubula is a secret jungle hideaway designed by a renowned Sri Lankan artist. Read on for my Diyabubula hotel review! Every so often a property comes around that shows you how a hotel can break through conventional categories and stereotypes…
Discovery Rottnest Island: Experience Luxury Glamping on Rottnest Island
Want to try glamping in one of the most beautiful destinations in Western Australia? Read on for my Discovery Rottnest Island review! Rottnest Island has quickly become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Western Australia. Not only is…
Ann Siang House in the Heart of Singapore: Heritage with a Modern Twist
Ann Siang House is a restored heritage property that has been converted into one of the most unique boutique hotels in Singapore. Read on for my Ann Siang House review! If you’re a Yoga, Wine & Travel reader then you’ll…
Barefoot Luxury at Kanuhura Maldives: A Little Slice of Paradise in the Lhaviyani Atoll
Update: As of 2022 Kanuhura is now operating as Six Senses Kanuhura and its 80 private overwater, beach, spacious family villas will undergo refurbishment. Another 12 single and multibedroom villas will also be added to the room inventory. Imagine the…
Vietnam Travel Guide: Experience Stunning Halong Bay in Style with Aphrodite Cruises
Set sail on a luxury Halong Bay cruise past towering limestone karsts and open waters. Halong Bay (or Ha Long Bay) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Vietnam. You would have seen hundreds of photos of towering karst…
Meet Ad Lib, the Best Boutique Hotel in Bangkok that You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Looking for a cozy boutique hotel with a rooftop pool in Bangkok, Thailand? Read on for my review of Ad Lib! Ask around for Bangkok boutique hotel recommendations and you’ll hear the same list of usual suspects over and over…
Ultimate Safari Glamping Experience at Bukela Game Lodge in South Africa
See the Big 5 at Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape. Get ready for tons of Garden Route safari photos! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again (and again): there is no better place to see animals…
The Best Luxury and Boutique Hotels in Sri Lanka to Let Your Hair Down At
Comfort, beautiful decor and warm hospitality – what’s not to love? Read on for 20+ tried-and-tested hotels in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is an incredible country to visit with pristine beaches, fabulous food, vivid culture & history, breathtaking wildlife and…
Alila Anji in China: Redefining Eco-Luxury Amidst Bamboo Groves and Tea Plantations
Editor’s note: Unfortunately it appears that Alila Anji is no longer in operation. There is a Chinese saying that loosely translates to “people mountain, people sea“, and if you’ve ever visited Beijing or Shanghai then you’ll understand exactly what this…
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort and Spa: Beachfront Luxury Hotel in Southern Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s luxury and boutique hotel scene is on the up-and-up, with major brands like Shangri-La opening up to cater to the burgeoning tourist arrivals to this little island in the Indian Ocean. Shangri-La’s Hambantota Resort & Spa opened last…
Understated Luxury and Class at Anantara Kalutara Resort in Sri Lanka
Unwind at this beautiful Bawa-designed boutique hotel along the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. Since my first Anantara experience in Bali more than a decade ago, I’ve sought out other Anantara properties around the world for their signature service, incredible…
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort: Soothe Your Soul in Sri Lanka
Ayubowan! As you step out of the vehicle and walk towards the reception you are greeted by smiling staff with their palms together in front of the heart. Ayubowan is a Sri Lankan greeting that means “may you live long” – how…
Experiencing Eco-Luxury & Ayurveda at Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions in Negombo, Sri Lanka
Located just half an hour away from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is the bustling seaside town of Negombo. Though Negombo is not typically high up on the list of places to visit in Sri Lanka, it is home to Jetwing…
Finding Serenity at Maison Dalabua in Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang is a magical little town in northern Laos that has been designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site for its unique fusion of European and Lao cultural traditions and architecture. Maison Dalabua is situated a short walk away from…
Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge in Kandy: Glamping in Sri Lanka’s Tea Country
“If you are cold, tea will warm you; if you are too heated, it will cool you; If you are depressed, it will cheer you; If you are excited, it will calm you.” – William Ewart Gladstone Green. Everywhere you look. Green. This is…