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Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast is a secluded luxury retreat set between ancient rainforest and the shores of the South China Sea in Johor, Malaysia. Designed by the late architect Kerry Hill, the resort draws inspiration from a traditional Malaysian kampung village, blending contemporary elegance with indigenous materials and open-air living. Spread across lush tropical landscapes, the property features an intimate collection of suites and a private villa, many with plunge pools and generous terraces. Guests come for the sense of space and serenity, complemented by refined dining, beachside leisure and holistic wellness experiences in a pristine coastal setting.

Set on Barbados’ celebrated Platinum West Coast in Holetown, Coral Reef Club is a family-owned, five-star boutique resort surrounded by 12 acres of lush tropical gardens that flow seamlessly to a pristine white-sand beach. Blending the elegance of a classic West Indian country house with understated luxury, the hotel is known for its personalised service, timeless design, and refined island living. Guests can expect spacious accommodation, award-winning dining, and a serene atmosphere designed for relaxed, barefoot sophistication.

A Tale of City Pulse and Island Serenity Kuala Lumpur and Pangkor Laut Island could hardly be more different, yet together they create one of the most compelling twin centre escapes in Asia. Three nights at the design-forward Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection place you at the heart of a city where Moorish towers rise above colonial streets and the air hums with spice and street food, before a short transfer trades the skyline for the horizon at Pangkor Laut Resort, a private island sanctuary where ancient rainforest meets the Straits of Malacca and the only agenda is the spa, the sea, or the jungle canopy. Two destinations. One unforgettable Malaysian escape. Itinerary Overview Kuala Lumpur — 3 Nights at Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection Arrive in one of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic capitals and check in to Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection, a stylish boutique property in the vibrant Bukit Bintang district celebrated for its bold design, artisan details and distinctly local character. With a rooftop pool commanding skyline views, this is the perfect base from which to explore KL’s captivating blend of Moorish grandeur, colonial heritage, legendary street food and cosmopolitan energy. Highlights at Kuala Lumpur: Gaze up at the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and explore the galleries, gardens and KLCC Park that surround them, most spectacular after dark when the towers are illuminated against the night sky. Lose yourself in the aromatic laneways of Jalan Alor, KL’s legendary open-air street food strip, where hawker culture unfolds nightly in a blaze of wok smoke, neon signs and steaming bamboo baskets. Explore the Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, housing one of the finest collections of Islamic art and architecture in the world within a building that is itself a masterwork of Mughal and Moorish design. Wander through the dramatic Batu Caves, the limestone temple complex reached via 272 colourful steps and one of Malaysia’s most vivid and spiritually significant landmarks. Discover the KL Forest Eco Park, a pocket of ancient rainforest at the heart of the city connected by canopy walkways and a remarkable reminder of the jungle that once carpeted this entire valley. Optional: Ascend to the Petronas Twin Towers Skybridge or reserve a table at one of Kuala Lumpur’s celebrated sky-high restaurants for a truly unforgettable night-time skyline view. Pangkor Laut Island — 5 Nights at Pangkor Laut Resort After the electric energy of Kuala Lumpur, a short flight to Ipoh followed by a private boat crossing delivers you to Pangkor Laut Resort, one of Asia’s most celebrated and intimate private island retreats. Set on an island almost entirely covered by two-million-year-old rainforest, this extraordinary sanctuary combines breathtaking overwater and hillside villas, the legendary Spa Village and the rare privilege of having an entire island almost entirely to yourself. Unhurried, unbothered, and utterly unforgettable. Highlights at Pangkor Laut Resort: Settle into a Sea Villa or Hillside Villa where the private deck extends over the Straits of Malacca, the sea stretches to the horizon and the sounds of the rainforest fill the warm evening air. Experience the world-renowned Spa Village, one of Asia’s finest wellness sanctuaries, where ancient Malay, Chinese and Indian healing traditions combine with contemporary therapies in a setting of extraordinary tranquillity. Discover the secluded Emerald Bay, consistently listed among the most beautiful beaches in Southeast Asia, accessible only by resort boat and virtually always deserted. Snorkel or kayak in the warm waters surrounding the island, where vibrant coral reefs shelter tropical fish and the clarity of the sea makes every excursion feel like a private aquarium. Walk the jungle boardwalk trails through the ancient rainforest interior, where hornbills, monkeys and the sounds of the tropics create an immersive natural experience completely at odds with city life just days before. Optional: Arrange a private sunset dinner on the floating pontoon as the last light turns the Straits of Malacca to copper, or charter a traditional boat for a sunset cruise along the island’s forested coastline.

A Tale of Ocean Cliffs and Jungle Serenity Samabe Bali Suites & Villas and Abisena Ubud could hardly be more different, yet together they create one of the most compelling twin centre escapes in Bali. Five nights at Samabe place you above the Indian Ocean on the clifftops of Nusa Dua, where Balinese hospitality meets luxury all-inclusive living, before a scenic two-hour drive trades the ocean breeze for cool jungle air and the adults-only sanctuary of Abisena Ubud, where private pool villas nestle among rice terraces and each day is shaped by wellness and stillness. Two destinations. One unforgettable Balinese escape. Itinerary Overview Nusa Dua — 5 Nights at Samabe Bali Suites & Villas Arrive on the southern tip of Bali and check in to Samabe Bali Suites & Villas, a clifftop luxury resort perched above the Indian Ocean in the prestigious enclave of Nusa Dua. With 81 suites and free-standing villas across eight lush hectares and an all-inclusive Unlimited Privilege plan covering everything from à la carte dining and cocktails to water sports and cultural activities, Samabe is the rare resort where the hardest decision of the day is whether to take breakfast in the restaurant, on your villa terrace, or floating in your private pool. Highlights at Samabe Bali Suites & Villas: Settle into your clifftop suite or free-standing pool villa, where every room comes with a telescope for stargazing once the sun goes down. Make the most of the Unlimited Privilege all-inclusive plan, covering all meals and à la carte dining, cocktails, beers, wines and spirits from 11am to midnight, non-motorised water sports, daily yoga and one Samabe Signature Activity per night of stay. Dine at the Crystal Blue Ocean Grill, an open-air thatched pavilion serving fresh seafood and premium steaks with a front-row view of the Indian Ocean. Arrange a private romantic dinner at the beach cave, beneath the cliff gazebo, or under an ancient tree on the sand. Unwind at Galangal Spa, where treatments conclude in an outdoor sunken tub filled with flower petals and drifting incense. Optional: Honeymooners and those celebrating a birthday or anniversary can choose one of nine complimentary special touches, from an aroma candle bath to a private Indonesian rijsttafel dinner. Ubud — 3 Nights at Abisena Wellness & Resort Ubud After the ocean grandeur of Nusa Dua, a scenic two-hour drive through Bali’s interior delivers you to an entirely different world. Abisena Wellness & Resort Ubud is a luxurious adults-only sanctuary nestled among the lush greenery of Keliki, where rice terraces and jungle valleys surround a collection of beautifully designed suites and private pool villas. This is a place to slow down and let the Dirasha Wellness philosophy, built around breath, movement and mindful living, restore whatever the world has taken from you. Highlights at Abisena Wellness & Resort Ubud: Choose from suites and villas ranging from the 70 sqm River Suite to the 200 sqm Abisena Royal Suite, with several categories offering private pools and sweeping valley and jungle views. Immerse yourself in the Dirasha Wellness programme, with daily Danda yoga, Vinyasa flow, gong bath ceremonies and water sound healing led by expert practitioners. Dine at Runara Restaurant, a stunning bamboo pavilion where Balinese and Indonesian flavours are served against a backdrop of jungle and open sky. Explore the resort’s transformative event spaces, including the Yoga Shala, Vakasha Space, Sadha Lounge and Agnira Space, each a seamless blend of Balinese craftsmanship and natural surroundings. Optional: Mark a milestone with the Swarna Rupa elopement package, an intimate sunset wedding ceremony in the jungle complete with photography, live saxophone, champagne toast and a night in the River Suite.

A Tale of City Skylines and Ocean Serenity Singapore and the Maldives could hardly be more different, yet together they create one of the most compelling twin centre escapes in the world. Three nights at the iconic Shangri-La Singapore place you at the heart of a dazzling city where gleaming towers rise above colonial streets and the air hums with spice and street food, before a short flight trades the skyline for the horizon and the all-inclusive sanctuary of OZEN LIFE Maadhoo, where overwater villas hover above crystalline lagoons and the only agenda is the spa, the sunbed, or the sea. Two destinations. One unforgettable Indian Ocean escape. Itinerary Overview Singapore — 3 Nights at Shangri-La Singapore Arrive in one of the world’s most vibrant cities and check in to the legendary Shangri-La Singapore, set within six acres of lush tropical gardens on Orchard Road. With timeless elegance, exceptional dining and signature Shangri-La warmth, this is the perfect base from which to explore Singapore’s endlessly captivating mix of spectacular gardens, aromatic street food lanes, glittering waterfront and world-class shopping. Highlights at Singapore: Explore the spectacular Gardens by the Bay, including the iconic Supertree Grove and Cloud Forest, best experienced as the sun goes down and the structures come alive with light. Lose yourself in the aromatic lanes of Chinatown and the legendary Maxwell Food Centre, where Singapore’s celebrated hawker culture, a UNESCO-recognised treasure, is at its most vivid and delicious. Stroll the colonial waterfront past Raffles Hotel and the Fullerton, taking in the glittering Marina Bay Sands skyline as dusk settles over the city. Shop the world-class boutiques of Orchard Road or discover the independent stores and café culture of the charming Tiong Bahru neighbourhood. Optional: Dine at one of Singapore’s celebrated rooftop restaurants for a night-time city skyline view that is truly unforgettable. The Maldives — 5 Nights at OZEN LIFE Maadhoo, South Malé Atoll After the exhilarating energy of Singapore, a short speedboat crossing from Malé delivers you to OZEN LIFE Maadhoo, one of the Maldives’ most acclaimed private island retreats. This all-inclusive sanctuary in the South Malé Atoll combines breathtaking overwater and beach villas, world-class dining and the extraordinary M6m spa, all wrapped in a sense of effortless, unhurried luxury that is impossible to resist. Highlights at OZEN LIFE Maadhoo: Settle into your overwater or beach villa, where spacious, beautifully designed sanctuaries and glass floors reveal the reef life moving silently beneath. Explore the vibrant underwater world with diving and snorkelling guided by the resort’s expert team, from colourful coral gardens to manta ray cleaning stations. Take full advantage of the STAY WELL all-inclusive plan, covering all meals, premium beverages, selected activities and non-motorised water sports. Descend to the extraordinary M6m Spa by OZEN, a subterranean wellness sanctuary set at lagoon level, offering immersive aqua treatments and holistic therapies. Optional: Set sail on a sunset dolphin cruise or arrange a private candlelit dinner on the beach beneath a canopy of stars.