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Sustainable luxury
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/11/2025
» It’s the time of year to head north for the cool winter breeze and a chance to wear our warm clothes. And what better place to experience all this than being one with nature in Chiang Rai.
The Speak Easy
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 13/11/2025
» Oto is an intimate cocktail lounge in the heart of Poblacion, Makati, Manila, the Philippines. Its name, meaning “sound” in Japanese, reflects its identity as a space where crafted mixology meets a unique musical experience.
Live like a Vietnamese princess
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 01/09/2025
» Come rain or shine, Hanoi in Vietnam is one of my favourite places for a quick weekend getaway. The food and the city, though crowded in peak tourist season, is always worth the 1.5-hour air time.
Enigmatic powers crystallise thoughts, distort identities and histories
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 25/04/2024
» “the Frozen” group exhibition, curated by Penwadee Nophaket Manont, opens at SAC Gallery on April 27 and runs till July 27.
The Fig Lobby to hold a weekend of art and culture
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 28/06/2023
» The Fig Lobby on 55 Rim Tang Rod Fai Sai Paknam Road in Klong Toey, is a cinematic fusion of a cosy living room at a friend’s vacation house, a secret dance club, an art restaurant and an otherworldly hotel, creating an entirely new living experience for the brave and ever-changing world we inhabit.
Live in the moment
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 02/09/2022
» What better way to break the cycle of first-time travel after almost three years of being stuck in Thailand, than a trip to a new resort in Vietnam. Da Nang is often seen as the weekend beach retreat for the Vietnamese, with its never-ending coastline and casinos. Though further up the coast, an hour's drive away, lies an unspoilt beachfront paradise -- Hoiana, which is also Vietnam's first integrated resort.
Journey to peace
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 15/11/2019
» Vietnam has always been a bit of a struggle to get to, with its visa restrictions and limited air connectivity. This has since changed with online e-visas and with the introduction of Bangkok Airways' flights to Nha Trang. This has also made it easier to get to Amanoi, derived from the Sanskrit word for peace, aman, and the Vietnamese word for place, no'i. Aman's first resort in Vietnam is perched over Vinh Hy Bay, where a nature park tumbles into crystal-clear waters. This secluded retreat is for those seeking serenity, though not without a bit of adventure.
The beauty of imperfections
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 08/11/2019
» Chef Jeff Ramsey was born in Japan and has trained with Masayoshi Kazato, the official sushi ambassador of Japan, becoming the first non-Japanese master sushi chef. He studied under Chef Jose Andres, protégé of the legendary Catalonian Chef Ferran Adria of El Bulli.
Day trippin'
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 20/09/2019
» I get cabin fever if I am in the concrete urban jungle we call Bangkok for too long. A weekend trip to the 'burbs is ideal for when the bank balance is low, but the holiday spirit is high. The capital's surrounding areas are a treasure trove of exciting activities and all it takes is a sense of adventure. So strap on the exploration belts and let's go on a ride!