Season Two of Trends with David Barrett explores glamping’s eco-luxe world, guided by Willem Neimeijer of YAANA Ventures, a pioneer in sustainable travel and glamping in Asia. As we embark on Season Two of Trends, our intrepid host, David Barrett, is all set to dive into the world of glamping. And who better to guide…
Have you ever wanted to go on a camping trip but (a) you have no gear, and (b) you’d have no idea what to do with it even if you did? It’s a dilemma faced by many urbanites. The idea of camping sounds utterly magical: beans for dinner, drinking from tin cups, real fire! But…
Bird Paradise has been making waves since it soft-launched six months ago, drawing in over 600,000 visitors from both near and far. On Nov 15, the biggest bird park in Asia celebrates its official opening. To mark the occasion, this colourful world of avian wonders at Mandai Wildlife Reserve will be hosting new programmes and offerings. The…
After a year of meticulous planning, the family began their journey from the southern Soc Trang Province on Aug. 16, 2023. Their goal was to traverse the country from south to north, a journey that lasted until Oct. 9. What set this road trip apart from their previous adventures was their decision not to rent…
1. Zip-line into Shinta Mani Wild in Cambodia The zip line entry to the Shinta Mani Wild resort, in Cambodia’s Kirirom National Park. Photo: Shinta Mani Wild Begin your adventure at Shinta Mani Wild by zip-lining into the “Landing Zone Bar” of the hotel. A luxurious tent by the riverside at Shinta Mani Wild resort,…
The Visama Mae Chan luxury tented camp in the mountains of Chiang Rai, northern Thailand, will open November 1. The new property will boast 10 luxurious tents, with amenities such as air conditioning, phone, espresso machine, French press coffee pots, Wi-Fi, rain showers, safety deposit box, refrigerator, bathrobes and slippers, bathtub, 24-hour concierge, and more.…
If you like to have your head in the clouds, quite literally, there’s no better place than glamping resorts to enjoy a stargazing session in the wild. Avid stargazers probably know the right spots to admire the stars in Thailand, whether that be Pang Ung, Phu Kradueng National Park, or Phu Soi Dao National Park.…
Owners and stakeholders in the outdoor lodging and glamping sector have come together to form the Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA), aimed at playing a pivotal role in guiding, promoting, and structuring the burgeoning industry in the region. This announcement was made at the recent Phuket Hotels for Islands Sustaining Tourism (PHIST). Outdoor lodging…
When it comes to finding someone like Mark Wong who could accurately represent the luxury travel scene in Singapore, one would be hard-pressed for choices. After all, an island with 240,100 millionaires, 329 centi-millionaires, and 27 billionaires — according to a report by World’s Wealthiest City — is a right haven for luxury travel operators.…
Foraying into easy getaways for city dwellers, TUTC will be launching their upcoming Mohali property this September. Award-winning hospitality brand, TUTC, The Ultimate Travelling Camp, expands its portfolio to bring its signature uber-glamping and suave getaways to select destinations in the hills of Shimla, jungles of Central India and Rajasthan, and even to city outskirts…
