Guest Reviews

Bassac Cruises: "Entente cordiale"

"This was a beautiful one night cruise at the end of our trip to the Mekong Delta. We transferred from Cai Be jetty by small boat to Bassac I where we were introduced to the boat in perfect English by Thuc. Our cabin was as expected small but cosy with a double bed and aircon and the luggage quickly became invisible under the bed. After a drink, our fellow passengers arrived 4 French, 2 Swiss (French speaking) and 2 English. Everyone got on very well and there was much laughter with respective groups trying out their English and French speaking! The food was good throughout. The service was great and the ambience on this wonderful wooden boat was relaxing. Trips off the boat x 2 were very interesting and fun and made the more so by Thuc! We would highly recommend this trip for rest and relaxation and plenty of watching the world go by as you cruise the Mekong."

Tiger Mountain Pokhara Lodge: "Luxurious, Eco – Friendly!"

"After a month of trekking and sight seeing in Nepal. Tiger Mountain was a much welcomed stay. Marcus was an absolutely fantastic host along with his staff. Both went above and beyond to accomodate and ensure we were having the best of times. Definitely recommend to anyone travelling Nepal // January 2018"

Le Du Wine Bar & Restaurant: "Light modern fusion"

We dined at Le Du in Feb 2017, a modern Thai gastro restaurant with a twist. We selected the four course menu with inventive, tasteful dishes where western textures are fusioned with Thai flavors. Examples are the river prawns with egg and chu-chee curry or the mango panna cotta with passion fruit and smoked coconut icecream. A decently prized wine list completes the gastro experience. The place is popular, thus crowded with poor acoustics i.e. too noisy for a normal conversation. I was told management is working on a solution.

Maison Polanka: "Excellent Boutique Hotel in Siem Reap"

Maison Polanka is an excellent choice for a small boutique hotel in Siem Reap. The very spacious grounds provide an oasis from the bustling town outside the walled compound. We stayed for 3 nights. I chose the wonderful Khmer House, which is beautifully decorated and provides a very unique experience, which is well worth the extra expense. It has a large bedroom and living area, a large balcony with chairs, a spacious bathroom and closet, and a tiled sitting area below the house. Our son had one of the rooms in the main house, and was upgraded on arrival. We had breakfasts here and one lunch and one dinner. The food is excellent. The pool is very nice. The staff are very friendly and attentive, and helped with restaurant recommendations. I would highly recommend Maison Polanka to anyone staying in Siem Reap.

Tugu Bali: "A hidden gem"

"ugu was the perfect choice to accommodate all ages & tastes of our family, with 3 teenage surfers: within a lively environment & in front of a fantastic wave. A little heaven close enough from the lively night spots. We loved our suites, we loved the swimming pool, we loved the quiet atmosphere and charming staff. I loved the massages. The Japanese restaurant was a hit, set in a fantastic decor. Time is suspended in Tugu, for a truly exceptional holiday."

Noel Rodrigo’s Leopard Safaris: "Best experience in my life!"

Very friendly and helpful people, that had a lot know-how about nature and animals. The camp was very clean and no plastic in the whole area which created a very noble athmosphere. The food was extraordinary - fresh and very tasty!

Inle Heritage Stilt Houses: "Compassionate Oasis with Unparalleled Service"

"How do I begin? My husband and I returned to Inle Heritage for the second time after our first visit in January 2016. The first time we had planned for 2 nights, but fell in love with everything we changed our plans and stayed for 3. This time around, we planned on 4 nights, although we could have stayed even longer. It feels like our second home! :) I cannot summarize how perfect the stay was yet again, and how humbling it is to see such hardworking, kind, and compassionate people who make it all possible. When you stay here, you will of course be in awe of the beauty of the lake while staying in a quaint bungalow on stilts, but you will also be in awe of the people with their big smiles, and even bigger hearts. This is what makes Myanmar such a special place to visit. Of course there are tons of beautiful things to see and do, but it wouldn't be as special without the people. Our stay included breakfast, which we had sent to the room each morning. We have a special vegan diet, and yet again, they exceeded our taste buds with all of the delicious food. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert - all the best food we have ever eaten in our entire lives. Shan food is incredible, and I recommend you eat a lot of it during your stay! We were lucky enough to meet with Chef Naing Win again, and cannot send our praises enough. He is not only very kind, but brilliant at what he does! Everyone in the restaurant went above and beyond to make our dining experience perfect. We are so very thankful for their hospitality and care. Honestly, again, they have the best food in the entire world! :) Thant Zin Aye was a wonderful help with booking our room, arranging airport transfers, and also a day trip to Pindaya. She has a heart of gold, and I hope you take the time to talk and get to know how special she is during your stay! She became our friend from our first visit, and will stay a close one for the rest of our lives. Htun Tint Aung and the rest of the staff at the lobby are also full of golden hearts, too! You cannot stay at this hotel and find someone who doesn't go above and beyond to make everything so special. I promise you, you will leave with memories that will stay with you always, and will make you return again. Make sure to check out the Burmese cat sanctuary on site. Chaw Su takes wonderful care of the cats! Biggest heart and the perfect mother to all the kitties. She also does the gift shop, where she works with many disadvantaged groups to help create local crafts, along with individuals that may not have the chance to get their work in front of people. 80% of the profits go back to these people - so please, make sure to stock up on gifts for your friends, family, and even something for yourself. We are very lucky and honored to have met Chaw Su, and to call her a friend. Make sure to find her and tell her how appreciated she is for all that she does! :) There is a hospitality training center on site as well. Did you know, this hotel is a not-for-profit, so the money you spend here is helping the students with their futures? It also helps fund other conservation efforts around the lake. How amazing is that? We love staying places where the money goes towards something good. You will be helping students build bright futures, and helping to preserve the wonderfully vast Inle Lake. During this recent visit, we were able to meet the founder, Yin Myo Su. She is brilliant, strong, and compassionate. Everything she does for others and her community leaves us speechless. She is one to watch and learn from. Can you sense that people with big hearts are common here? :) In case I haven't given it enough praise, we highly recommend staying at Inle Heritage. I know it will feel like your second home, too. Stayed January 2017, traveled as a couple"

Cuisine Wat Damnak: "Delicious and beautiful restaurant"

Food is amazing! It's a degustation menu with a lot of plates, each one more exquisitly prepared than the other. Particularly the roasted caramelized pork was unbeatable! The place is beatiful and service quite good. The wine options had good wines for reasonable prices. And the cost: 31 dollar per person! Unbelievable! DO NOT MISS IT !

Tugu Bali: "Marvelous"

I and my husband just had an amazing meal at this restaurant. It's a very stylist place with a really lovely ambience. The food is absolutely delicious with alot of choice. Service and setting fantastic. We will return and highly recommended.

Hotel Tugu Lombok: "Once you had to be good all of your life to seek Paradise, and then there was Tugu"

"We had great expectations regarding staying at Hotel Tugu, they were met and exceeded. One experiences what it might have been like to be a Royal family staying at their chief Royal residence; it was so good. The hearts of the staff were on their sleeves with welcoming wishes and behaviour that was so genuine, they really care and whilst training can be taught, this seemed well beyond that, really like coming home to a loving family. Facilities were of the high standard expected and as the name ""Tugu"" implies, artifacts of a bygone era were everywhere including your spacious abode. I cannot add many more photos that would exceed those already on display on their web page but shall add a short video of our last night's dinner (St Valentine's day) and photographs of the surprise we got when returning to our room; thank you so much room staff, you are the best. Thank you Hanny for providing us with a five and a half star experience and thank you for the magnificence of the meals provided, sumptuous breakfast, wondrous and delicious afternoon tea and glorious dinners. Fortunately the secluded and long white sands of the beach out front, enabled some exercise to keep the waistlines within (reasonable) shape. Jon and Nancy"