When a hotel offers themselves, not only as a top-notch accommodation, but as enthusiastic tour guides as well? That’s a hotel that thinks outside the guest services box. Hotel Jen Penang has raised the bar when it comes to making guests feel at home by also recommending plenty of local sights, activities and food to […]
Sanom Beach Resort: Koh Lipe’s Best Kept Secret
Does the image of a seaside bungalow on a private white sand beach against the backdrop of swaying palms come to mind when you start thinking about a holiday? Then Sanom Beach Resort has your name written all over it. Sure there are plenty of other seaside bungalow options available in Koh Lipe, and many […]
Shangri-La at the Fort: Hospitality from the Heart
At a glance the Shangri-La at the Fort barely hints at the degree of opulence available to their luxury seeking guests. An impressive glass chandelier splashing light across the massive lobby, the hushed tones of the well mannered, and impeccably dressed staff are generally expected at 5-star luxury accommodations. My weekend splurge at the Shangri-La […]
Acappella Suite Hotel: Top Pick of Shah Alam
Who doesn’t love the retro feel of a neon-lit palm tree? That particular tropical vacation icon has spanned the globe for generations! But there is nothing retro about the Acappella Suite Hotel or the Acappella Residences, with the exception of good old fashioned great customer service and the promise of a comfortable ‘home away from […]
Hanoi Graceful Hotel: An Old Quarter Gem
Entering the lobby of the Hanoi Graceful Hotel the din from the surrounding city streets diminishes to library-esque quiet. The hotel’s entrance is nothing short of charming, with the large glass front looking rather elegant against the mahogany-colored wooden pillars. The Hanoi Graceful Hotel sign glimmers in reflective gold accents while the entryway is guarded […]
Hotel Review: Olive Tree Hotel Penang
The Olive Tree Hotel is the epitome of a business travel hotel, but it has a unique quality unlike similar hotels. The Olive Tree is a standout because of their superior customer service and surprisingly homey ambiance. Not in a perfunctory way, but with the sincere, honest attention and ambiance that one might expect from […]
Top 3 Penang Hotels For Budget Minded Travelers
For anyone heading to Penang, Malaysia, the accommodations available are plentiful. But for budget travelers or digital nomads, finding inexpensive Penang hotels with lots of perks and at affordable prices, may be hit or miss. My recent discovery of the GoodHope Hotel has now given me three excellent options for places to stay, ensuring that […]