Thetraveljunkie.org – From the moment we arrived at the Como Metropolitan Bangkok and we saw the hotel we realised it was special. You could feel at peace in every corner. It was easy to breathe peace in every corner. I was lucky enough to try Thai massage experience at Como Shambhala, a centre for peace and harmony embodies the holistic way of life.
Thetraveljunkie.org – I went to Bangkok and stayed at the Como Metropolitan Bangkok, a contemporary Bangkok stylish design hotel and an urban escape located in the central business district of Sathorn. The hotel is situated between the river and Sukhumvit District, and easily reachable by Skytrain or MRT train networks. The hotel combines passionate service with award-winning Thai restaurant, nahm, glow restaurant for Como Shambhala Cuisine, and Met Bar. Here are some photos which we took at the hotel. Enjoy the views!
Thetraveljunkie.org – A delegation of top travel bloggers successfully completed a four-day media trip around Bangkok and Chon Buri province to support the launch of the Women’s Journey Thailand 2017 Campaign’s ‘Amazing Luxperience’ promotion this August. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Amazing Luxperience media familiarisation trip, held during August, 2017, was hailed as a huge success by participants as it afforded them the chance to uncover many hidden secrets of why women travellers love Thailand.
Thetraveljunkie.org – Fifty-six well-known women celebrities and bloggers from all around the world attended the Women’s Journey Thailand 2017 Campaign launched to boost female visitors at a gala welcome reception at Nai Lert Heritage House in the heart of Bangkok.
Thetraveljunkie.org – Buzz Restaurant at Alila Jakarta offers a feast from the East with a wide variety of Asian cuisine including authentic Indonesian fare, or the best from the West, with an impressive selection of international cuisine and beverages such as mocktails, fine wines and cocktails – all within a lively, stylish ambience that crackles with life. And, if you hadn’t come across it yet, well, we certainly recommend it. It’s a really welcoming spot and serves one of the best dinner and breakfasts we’ve ever had. Can you think of a better way to start off your night in the Indonesia capital?
Thetraveljunkie.org – I always love a trip to a spa. A chance to be totally pampered. Even more than going alone I just love a couples spa. There’s something so romantic about being pampered together and coming out refreshed and relaxed. Where Jac Wanders and I decided to check out Spa Alila Jakarta. We love all the natural products in the hotel rooms and so were sure the high quality and attention to detail would continue in the spa.
Thetraveljunkie.org – When it comes to a romantic dinner that’s different from the typical restaurant dine-ins that you’ve been doing with your loved one, a sunset date by the pool is an affair that’s worth considering! So if by any chance you’re in Jakarta for your couples vacation or honeymoon, head over to Alila Jakarta to enjoy an enchanted fine dining that will be etched to both of your memories forever.
Thetraveljunkie.org – Sa bai dee! If we had to think of a list of our favourite world cities, Jakarta would undoubtedly make the top ten. It’s a real pleasure to visit time and time again, as there’s always new things to see and discover despite the fact that we also like to go back to places where we’ve been before. Every trip gives us a different perspective and we see things differently. We don’t know what other cities we would include in our top ten, but we’ll keep thinking about it.
Thetraveljunkie.org – When we stayed at the Alila Jakarta, we rediscovered Shanghai Storm too. Shanghai Storm is one of the lovely places we’d previously seen on Instagram. It’s a hidden gem in Jakarta. It has a gorgeous floor, a lovely atmosphere, wonderful staff and delicious food. Aside from the sweet soup asparagus with crab meat soup, which is incredible, we recommend the seafood lamian spicy and obviously, the mocktail of raspberry and lychee shake. And, We’re sure we’ll go back, hopefully soon.
Thetraveljunkie.org – Quick trips abroad have become a part of our routine throughout the past five years due to our work. But, who doesn’t like traveling? We are always up for going away because we already have everything we need: smartphones and a city guide. Here is our morning vibes in Alila Jakarta, one of the world’s most stylish hotels.
Thetraveljunkie.org – When we last visited Jakarta, we stayed at the Alila Jakarta, a few metres away from Monumen Nasional, and the hotel is well located and adorned with overtones of museum-worthy abstract art. What we loved the most about the Alila Jakarta is the interior design. As soon as you set foot in the door, you are transported into a perfect world of colour, simple lines, and wood. Can life get better than suite room service, wood and Alila?
Thetraveljunkie.org – Banjarmasin is the capital city of South Kalimantan. Unique architectural heritage, natural splendour and colourful floating markets have made Banjarmasin a charming riverfront getaway. Officially established in 1526 as Banjarmasin, the city had actually been settled centuries earlier with a legendary history spanning the ancient South Kalimantan Kingdoms of Nan Srunai, Negara Dipa and Negara Daha. Its key location near the junction of the Martapura and Barito rivers made Banjarmasin a strategic trading port throughout the colonial era and earned the city its nickname of ‘The River City’. And here are eight things to do in Banjarmasin: