Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok – A Review By Punam Mohandas It never ceases to surprise me as to the differing perceptions regarding the Hilton brand in Asia and Europe. I have stayed at both the Hilton Amsterdam (Apollolaan) and the Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower; somewhat unprepossessing facades and rooms that had the bare essentials, along the…
Anantara Hua Hin Resort – A Review By Punam Mohandas The Anantara Hua Hin is a cluster of low-roofed, Thai style pavilions, set amid acres of lush greenery and lotus ponds. It is quite a large, spread-out property, with little wooden bridges connecting to the rooms and plenty of trees, bushes, wild orchid plants and…
Lub d Cambodia Siem Reap – An Experience Beyond Your Imagination! Lub d Cambodia Siem Reap is a new-age hostel for all types of travelers, and perfect for those who love the thrill of the journey and want to rest in style! Whether you’re a flash-packer, a backpacker, traveling solo, or in a group, seeking…
Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees – A Comfortable Stay Option In Hong Kong Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees is located in Tokwawan district of Kowloon, Hong Kong, and it takes about 45 minutes (depending on the traffic) to reach there by road. From the outside, the Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees looks like just any other building on…
Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok – A Review By Punam Mohandas It was a trip down nostalgia lane as I stayed at the Grand Hyatt Erawan recently; I used to stay at this hotel during my early visits to Bangkok many years ago and always favoured it on account of its rather grand atmosphere and staff…
The Chocolate Train – A Travelogue By Punam Mohandas Switzerland’s Chocolate Train is a tour that is eagerly anticipated by children and adults alike. I left Fribourg on a crisp and somewhat chilly morning, to reach Montreux by 8.30am. The chocolate train, which looks rather grand in its black and golden avatar, leaves at 8.57…
Il Relais Verona – A Review By Punam Mohandas I am hard put to describe the Il Relais; to call it a ‘hotel’ would not do it justice as it puts one in mind of a sterile, formal atmosphere with no character and to call it a ‘B&B’ evokes the image of simplicity and homely…
Ibis Budget Lugano Paradiso – A Review By Punam Mohandas This is probably a unique property to Accor, in that three of its brands are located in a tight cluster within the city: the Novotel, Ibis and Ibis Budget. The hotel has a small, cheerful lobby, well lit by natural lighting due to the glass…
Maison Kammerzell – A Review By Punam Mohandas The Maison Kammerzell is situated in the scenic and historic town of Strasbourg which, in turn, is located in the stunning Alsace region of France, famed for its Alsatian white wines such as the Gewurztraminer, Riesling and Pinot Noir. It is nothing short of a privilege to…
Hotel de Gruyeres – A Review By Punam Mohandas Without a doubt, a stay at the Hotel de Gruyeres in the little village of Gruyeres in Switzerland has been among my most charming experiences and I totally recommend this property. One of a handful of hotels in the village, it looks like a Swiss country…
Ibis Firenze Prato EST – A Review By Punam Mohandas The Ibis Firenze Prato Est has 127-keys and offers free wifi throughout the hotel. The lobby is small, bright and airy, done up in the typical Ibis red and orange colours. There is a vending machine with beverages for guest convenience, as also two computers…
Japan: A Travelogue By Punam Mohandas I particularly liked Kyoto and would like to go back there some day, although I’d be hard pressed to tell you why. Perhaps it was that it was warmer (the vibes, definitely not the weather! Was bloody five degrees!) and friendlier? Perhaps that one got to actually see traces…