Arumdalu: "Family Vacation"

Review by: Hertin R | Source: Trip Advisor
"Overall, I think the resort was spot on. It had everything a family who enjoys traveling needs. Massive rooms that can fit up to around 5 people, though you need to have additional beds that can be provided by the resort. I can say this as I travelled with a huge family of 23. Not only the rooms, the culinary served there was also spectacular though it takes a while to prepare. It has it's own flavor and really has it's speciality for each meal. Though the food looks relatively small, it really changes your mind when you finish it as it makes your stomach full. The activities are also very enjoyable and most of them can be done by everyone. The resort provides kayaks, that can be used in the secluded beach, there are bicycles that can be used to ride along the road heading to a spot to hike, Batu Baginda. Though the route can be challenging for some people, once you reach the spot you can really enjoy the view and the whole trip was worth it. It takes around 2 hours to get there and back. (these activities needs an extra cost) It was late December when me and my family went there so luckily, they gave us a great new year experience by the beach. They had tents prepared for us and there were music to accompany us. But the best part of the event were the fireworks, they were spectacular as they were endless and massive."

Le Calao: "Great food, great view!"

Review by: Santabrenna | Source: Trip Advisor
Delicious food in beautiful setting. Confusingly laid out menu but worth persisting with. Very empty when we were there but really hope this new restaurant takes off as it is lovely.

Reverie Siam: "An experience to remember"

Review by: SWats47 | Source: Trip Advisor
Reverie Siam will always be a very special place for my mother and I. As soon as we arrived we were transported, this place is so much more than a hotel. Every detail has been thought about, the staff were always one step ahead of us. A special thank you to Mr Sabastian for making each night so lovely, we thank you for your talent and experience. To Toffy for your humor and care, we looked forward to seeing you every morning. There is no doubt we will be back to visit you again and will recommend this oasis to all the special people in our lives. Thank you!

Jing’s Residence: "Wonderful Experience"

Review by: Judith G | Source: Trip Advisor
"Our family of three adults spent two nights at Jing’s Residence. It was by far one of our favorite stays in our 19 day China journey. The staff were very welcoming and attentive. The hotel is situated in the walled city which makes checking in and out interesting. No cars are allowed so you are met at the gates by electric cars for your transfer. We ate at Jing’s two evenings. The first evening we ordered of the menu and were delighted with our cocktails and food choices. The next evening, the hotel and chef Henry were very gracious to put together a cooking class for us spur of the moment. Again the food was wonderful and we had a great, fun time interacting with the staff. We can now make dumplings and noodles. We also ate breakfast there twice. It was adequate and good. Service was prompt and delightful. I wish I was returning to Pingyao to relive this special place"

Cuisine Wat Damnak: "Make reservations way in advance"

Review by: PiscesToo | Source: Trip Advisor
I was warned to make reservations in advance (which I did) as the restaurant is small. Boy was I glad. It is a wonderful set menu in an intimate restaurant where the chef actually comes to meet the diners. My 10 y/o daughter did not finish her last dish (but of course she had the dessert) and they charged us only for 5 dishes for her instead of the set 6 dish menu. So very nice of them. Each dish was well presented and was delicious. A must try when in Siem Reap.

Supanniga Luxury Bangkok River Cruises: "Just beautiful!"

Review by: cjudenmann | Source: Trip Advisor
Top Service, very good and sufficient Thai Food, the view is beautiful. We enjoyed this nearly perfect Cruise very much and can recommend it. Very familiar athmosphere.

Cuisine Wat Damnak: "Authentic Khmer dishes in wonderful setting"

Review by: Springhil | Source: Trip Advisor
Well reviewed by many travel writers, we chose this and booked months ago as it is very popular and the owners do close the restaurant for weeks at a time. Tasting menus A and B which you can try one of each as a couple - superb. We chose the fan cooled upper floor rather than the AC ground floor that catered more for those that wanted a modern restaurant. With the windows open even on a rainy evening, it was fresh and lush. Food was fabulous and really tested our understanding of Cambodian food. We were welcomed by Carole and her chef husband visited each table when he brought the fruit selection that ended each menu and you had the chance to talk to - a lovely personal touch.

Mathis Retreat: "Peaceful and charming"

Review by: ChristyBrokenHill | Source: Trip Advisor
We treated ourselves to a night here to escape the busy Ubud centre. It's gorgeous. The rice field views, the beautiful swimming pool and the elegant restaurant. The rooms are comfortable with a modern Balinese design. The owner spent time to introduce herself after breakfast and part some helpful knowledge. We hope to be back!

The Samar: " Fantastic place to stay and Go Around to See Temples and City Center"

Review by:  Trista Z | Source: Tripadvisor
"I definitely enjoyed my stay there,it is actually very convenient to go around,to visit temples,explore city center and have a walk around. It is a very quite place,a sanctuary to hide yourself. Perfect place for family. "

Inle Princess Resort: "Outstanding – Beautiful, Atmospheric with Fantastic Service"

Review by: GautamMajumdar | Source: Trip Advisor
"Visiting Lake Inle is a unique experience, and this experience is doubly enhanced by staying at this splendid hotel. The approach itself is breathtaking, sitting on a boat being rowed by the boatman in the quaint one legged fashion peculiar to the region, you suddenly glimpse a vision in old teak rising out of the lake. The chalets are on stilts and the chalets we had were lake facing with simply incredible views. The rooms are beautifully furnished, a vision in old teak with old Burmese lacquer artifacts strewn about. The bathrooms were again fabulous, with a cosy outside shower. It was certainly pure luxury with splendid service in the middle of this area of outstanding beauty. The food was superb, we ate at the hotel's fine dining restaurant on both the nights we were there. Sitting out on the open terrace overlooking the water and sampling topnotch Burmese cuisine is an other wordly experience.The breakfast was also excellent. All of this was topped by the outstanding and sensitive service. When leaving the hotel plied us with little gifts of local handicrafts. I can't recommend this place highly enough. "
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