The take-up rate for their tech solutions was initially slow, but these local companies – GTriip, Oddle and TiffinLabs – stuck to their guns. Now, there is no stopping their phenomenal growth.

The century-old mythical Hotel Lutetia in Paris reopens after four years of renovations with a design that propels it into the 21st century.

British interior designer Kelly Hoppen gives tribute to Mauritius’s tropical style throughout the spaces of this luxury hotel.

This Texas property is the weekend and holiday getaway of Sara Story and her family. KARINE MONIE chats with the interior designer about why she built this home to escape the hustle and bustle of New York City.

Paris-based interior architect Tristan Auer embodies the elegance of high-end French design like an ambassador of the French art of living throughout the world.

Decorated by acclaimed interior designer Jonathan Adler, this eccentric oasis reflects a Hollywood vibe in the middle of the desert.

A new luxury resort promises to be a coastal sanctuary, and it’s so close to home.

Israeli designers are creating a new language of design from the city’s architectural past and multicultural present.

Aman Kyoto’s minimalist design immerses guests in nature – and it can’t come at a better time.

The city of Auckland has all the bustling excitement of a cosmopolitan hub with none of the overcrowded frenzy, and the SO Auckland sits at the very heart of it all.

Communal areas designed for interaction and exclusive networking sessions are the reasons why co-living is now a viable option for singaporean millennials who want to mingle.

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Deep, monochrome shades dominate this luxurious apartment, with bold wallpapers for an offbeat tone.

Turn your next break into a staycation with these diverse, design-savvy boutique hotels born in Singapore.

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Whether you’re after natural beauty and cultural ruins or want to party and lounge poolside, Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula is the place to play.

Treat yourself to indulgence and pampering after a day spent in Vietnam’s most liveable city.

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The epitome of luxury and impeccable service, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, is home away from home, not just for business travellers but also for holidaying families with children.

The way to the modern traveller’s heart is to combine thoughtful destination-centred design with cutting-edge technology.

This terrace home underwent a major makeover, with strong wood accents standing in contrast to clean-lined design features.

Peru, not long ago aswarm with backpackers, has lately become a glamorous getaway boasting hotels whose design features complement the destination’s dramatic natural environs and reflect its complex heritage.

Focused on providing affordable luxury, the 15th hotel by lifestyle brand Citizen M – the brand’s first in China – opened its doors in February 2019.

Name Morocco as a travel destination, and you’ll hear high praise for the riad.

Disconnect all gadgets—it’s time to reboot the body, mind and spirit at one of these ultra-pampering spas.

A place of unimaginable beauty, Chateau La Coste in the south of France is where art, architecture and wine converge and are in harmony with nature.

New properties to explore in the world’s buzziest destinations.

A spot of rejuvenation might just be the tonic you need to see out the rest of the year.

Conceived in the 18th century, the ryokan represents an exclusive form of rural hospitality based on treating guests as family.

As living spaces in urbanised areas become ever more restricted, homeowners are looking for clever ways to make a small home feel a little larger.

From the busy metropolis of Bangkok to the deep green of the Malaysian jungle, these stays will refresh the soul.

Whether you are staying in town or heading overseas for Valentine’s Day, these new luxurious lodgings will give you and bae endless reasons to stay in.

Natasha Venner-Pack and her gals bring their moves (and tons of cough drops), and hit these four KTVs to belt out anthems and weep into ballads.

Centenarian hotel in Stockholm gets a youthful renewal.

Life’s too short to waste on a substandard staycay. From a girls’ night out to a sexy weekend with your boo, here are some of the best staycation experiences for the millennial crowd – tried, tested, and approved by us.

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New boutique hotel housed in a heritage shophouse.

HAVING BEEN IMMERSED IN THE WORLD OF CRAFTSMANSHIP FOR ALL HIS LIFE, BOBBY CHENG PERSONIFIES WHAT IT MEANS TO BE BORN AND BRED IN THE REALM OF DESIGN.

Birthplace of minimalism and the omotenashi ( Japanese hospitality) concept, Japan has always been a tourists’ favourite. Here are eight new hotels that offer the best of Japanese design and heritage.

Its first city hotel at 83 Duxton Road brings history and conservation together for a new kind of sustainability.

A hotel and hostel in Little India.

The city is filled with plenty of hot spots for design lovers to discover, but these 10 Insta-worthy boutique hotels will make you opt to stay in, instead.

From the most opulent palace hotel stay to a royal garden retreat, here are three of the most unique palaces-turned-hotels in Rajasthan to check into.

While simplicity reigns in this minimalist home, a complex configuration of spaces ensures it’s bright and airy inside out.

If you’ve just set up on your own or are working freelance, a co-working space makes sense. The rent isn’t astronomical, you’ll connect with loads of people outside your industry, and have tons of useful, fun events to go to. Oh, and did we mention? These spaces are gorgeous. So even if you’re not in the market for a hot desk, read this and drool. Then show it to your boss.

More rooms, a revamped cafe with more of its famous Peranakan cuisine and a luxury spa that will transport you to the Swiss Alps – all at the refurbished Swissôtel Merchant Court.

Smarter and greener rooms, 15 dining options and the hottest new club in town – do you really need another reason to check into Swissôtel The Stamford?

BTO 3Gen flats from HDB are designed for multigenerational families, check out the pros and cons!

Even the most seasoned traveller seeking a hot new travel destination, or elusive ancient land, will be spellbound by magical Bhutan, possibly the ‘last Shangri-La on earth’ that lives up to its newfound hype

The white-sand beaches, ancient culture and incredible food of Mexico’s Caribbean Coast make it the perfect getaway.

The city and its surrounds provide a pick-me-up for body and soul.

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Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo welcomes Spa Metropole by Givenchy designed by architect Didier Gomez.

It is almost impossible to feel stressed in this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage town. The blend of Franco-Asian history, culture and architecture, the glacial pace of life and calm of the Lao people create a retreat of an entire destination, rather than simply hotel or resort retreats. Escape for a long weekend and suddenly deadlines, pressures and plans seem blissfully far away.

Spa heaven framed by nature.

With its amazing themed rooms, a stay at this Hong Kong hotel feels like a holiday within a holiday,

Sitting in a room full of salt is a natural remedy for sinus problems, as DAWN CHEN finds out.

A meeting and event venue wi th 11 themed rooms.

At the end of a grand avenue lined with palm trees stands Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, accessed through a colonnaded entrance created to mark a visit from the Prince of Wales in 1925.

As a part of a large-scale refurbishment of the historic Lanzerac Wine Estate, renewed Lanzerac Spa is now awash with natural light with larger windows that open to the spectacular views of the towering Jonkershoek Mountains.

The latest, and arguably, most prestigious spa on wheels is the Bamford Haybarn Spa on the Belmond Royal Scotsman.

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Did you know different colours in a room can trigger brain reactions and influence how you feel? Here’s how!

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Our HWZ team traversed various offices of known tech companies – our collection of office stories spill the beans, be it alluring décor, revolutionary cultures, or just old-school cool. By Team Hardwarezone

For the ultimate in wellness, look no further than BAZAAR’s edit of the top spas to visit around the world and must-know insider tips.

Myanmar continues to open up to tourists, but right now it is still a country of undiscovered gems.

Seated in The Cape, Currents is a seven-room spa imagined by architect Javier Sanchez and interior designer Marisabel Gómez Vázquez and espouses a soothing minimalism inspired by the nearby desert-meets-sea landscapes.

From producing a megawatt music festival and having their restaurant clinch a Michelin star, to launching an executive business lounge, Alex Chew and Raj Datwani have morphed their lifestyles into the hottest businesses around town. This year, the prolific duo are set to get the city buzzing once again.

Pack your bags and check into a Singapore hotel this school holiday. ELISA CHIA reviews three family staycation packages for different budgets.

Staycations don’t always have to be in a hotel. Singapore families are flocking to upscale chalets and local resorts that offer comfortable lodgings with cool facilities.

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Madeira is best known for its sub-tropical climate, beautiful gardens and lush mountainous terrain, a hotspot for walkers and nature lovers. A mere dot in the Atlantic Ocean, it’s a well-established port for cruise liners which is shaking off its reputation for sedate holidays as visitors discover its wild side

Spending the festive season in Edinburgh is a capital idea

Always a favourite among tourists who want to skip the crowds, Krabi has a lot more to offer. Writer Nicole Webb.

The new Iridium Spa at The St. Regis Langkawi offers indulgent, allsuite treatment experiences. Rejuvenating spa journeys unfold in the treatment rooms in which a cocoon of water cascades on the windows, as therapists apply Babor products in a spectrum of bespoke Time-based Rituals tailored to every guest’s needs.

New to Kenya’s bespoke safari scene is the much-anticipated Angama Mara. Meaning ‘to be suspended in mid-air’ in Swahili, it is the only luxury lodge on the Great Rift Valley Escarpment to house 30 tented suites crafted by the Nairobi’s finest tent maker.

A trip to Italy would be incomplete without a stopover in the Mediterranean’s largest island Writer Danielle Parla

Much more than a honeymoon destination, Mauritius is a jewel floating in the Indian Ocean. With incredible beaches and a growing reputation for adventure sports, this lush tropical island is also home to some of the world’s best spas.

Looking out onto Lausanne’s imposing Gothic cathedral, the Swiss Wine Hotel & Bar provides a perfect base for a wine tour, showcasing the white wines of Lavaux. The region boasts some of the most beautiful and tranquil scenery in Switzerland. Studio MHNA’s ambitious project fuses contemporary and homely elements, with guest rooms combine raw and contemporary materials: wood, stone and cork juxtaposed with coloured glass, porcelain tiles and Jean-Paul Gaultier fabric.

Adding to the vibrant Singapore River area is the new M Social hotel, developed by Millennium Hotels and Resorts in collaboration with design icon Philippe Starck.

There are countless ways to explore the 60 islands that compose the british virgin islands. this is a caribbean country with remarkable diversity – read on to find the ideal island for your next adventure.

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These luxurious getaways have more to offer than sun, sea and sand.

More than just blue skies and clear lakes, bavaria’s warm hospitality is another reason to visit.

Nestled in a forest in the Norwegian capital, The Well offers head-to-toe pampering across a three-floor palace of 110,000sqft.

W Hotels took the Dutch capital by storm, bringing in the brand’s distinctive upbeat New York energy with its signature Wet Deck, the city’s first rooftop pool, a slew of culinary options like The Duchess and Mr Porter, as well as the W Lounge.

Opposites attract in spa land.

To categorise macau lodgings as hotels is unfair: they’re mega metropolises and extravagant playgrounds filled with superheroes, fire-breathing dragons, sky-high ferris wheels and crystal fountains. Welcome to the land of fantasy.

Builders across the region are creating bigger, better, faster and more luxurious vessels than ever before. By Glen Watson

MusicCast technology makes for great versatility within the system.

Some hotels are accommodation, others are experiences. The La Maison Champs Elysees hotel in Paris fits firmly in the latter category, with its unconventional interiors.

Everyone wants a cool job, as inane as that sounds. But what does it really mean to be working in today’s hipster tech environments, complete with sleeping pods and pantries calculated to expand your waistline? We’re of the opinion that a pretty office does not a cool job make. There’s so much more to it – culture, colleagues, and the work they do – but these firms we visited are pretty awesome, if we may say so.

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