DISCOVERY & CULTURE

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 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.

From the Glittering Skyline of the Lion City to a Secluded Malaysian Retreat This twin centre escape pairs two of Southeast Asia’s most compelling destinations in effortless style. Begin with three nights in one of the world’s great cities, where iconic architecture, extraordinary food and world-class culture await at every turn. Then cross into Malaysia for five nights of unhurried luxury on a pristine coastline that feels a world apart. Two countries, one deeply memorable journey. Itinerary Overview Singapore – 3 Nights at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore Arrive in Singapore and check in to the Mandarin Oriental, one of the city’s most distinguished addresses, perfectly positioned on Marina Bay with sweeping views of the iconic skyline. Recently renovated, this five-star hotel offers beautifully appointed rooms, exceptional dining and the refined, attentive service the Mandarin Oriental name is synonymous with. Highlights in Singapore: Marvel at the futuristic Gardens by the Bay and the iconic Supertree Grove, and take an evening stroll along the illuminated Marina Bay waterfront. Explore the vibrant cultural neighbourhoods of Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam, where heritage, colour and cuisine sit side by side. Shop Orchard Road or head to Lau Pa Sat and Maxwell Food Centre for an authentic taste of Singaporean street food. Unwind at the hotel spa or take a dip in the rooftop pool with panoramic bay views. Optional: Visit Singapore Zoo, take a cable car to Sentosa Island or enjoy a sunset cocktail at a Marina Bay rooftop bar. Desaru Coast, Malaysia – 5 Nights at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast A short journey from Singapore brings you to an entirely different world. The Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast is a strikingly designed resort by award-winning architect Kerry Hill, set within lush tropical grounds along a pristine private beach on Malaysia’s southern Johor coast. With just 44 rooms and villas, private plunge pools and beautifully landscaped gardens, the atmosphere is wonderfully exclusive and unhurried. Highlights at Desaru Coast: Spend leisurely days on the resort’s private beach with the warm waters of the South China Sea stretching out before you. Explore the surrounding nature with guided walks through the resort’s rainforest trail. Indulge in the spa, where treatments draw on traditional Malaysian wellness rituals in a beautifully serene setting. Dine at Ambara Restaurant, where locally inspired cuisine is prepared and presented with exceptional Mandarin Oriental polish. Optional: Try watersports along the coast, visit the Desaru Fruit Farm or tee off at the acclaimed Els Club Desaru Coast.