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Here Be Dragons... and a Lavish New Launch Point for Komodo National Park

Hotels

Here Be Dragons... and a Lavish New Launch Point for Komodo National Park

The new Ta'aktana, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo, provides a dose of cultural heritage in Indonesia's Flores Island.

By Kathryn RomeynJan 17, 2025 | 6 min read

Award-winning Destinations Across the Philippines Offer Luxurious and Bespoke Wellness Experiences

Destinations

Award-winning Destinations Across the Philippines Offer Luxurious and Bespoke Wellness Experiences

The Philippines is emerging as one of the world’s hottest luxury wellness destinations and unmatched wellness experiences.

By T+L SEA StaffSep 08, 2023

Spend An Idyllic Weekend At These Beaches Near Bangalore

Beaches & Islands

Spend An Idyllic Weekend At These Beaches Near Bangalore

Whether you want to indulge in water sports activities or just lay on the beach, these are some of the best beaches near Bangalore.

By Ayushi AnandSep 03, 2023

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives is a Tropical Paradise Waiting to be Discovered this Winter

Hotels

Grand Park Kodhipparu, Maldives is a Tropical Paradise Waiting to be Discovered this Winter

From dolphin-spotting on Christmas Day to spending New Year’s Eve at a poolside party, Grand Park Kodhipparu is made for winter visits.

By T+L SEA StaffAug 30, 2023

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu Offers Paradise in Borneo just 40 Minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Hotels

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu Offers Paradise in Borneo just 40 Minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport

From gorgeous sunrises to immersive cultural tours, this Bornean escape offers something for every family member.

By T+L SEA StaffAug 29, 2023

It’s Almost Like You Can’t Build a Hotel on This Island Without Being Good People

Hotels

It’s Almost Like You Can’t Build a Hotel on This Island Without Being Good People

The new Sanubari is a conscientious luxury beachfront nature preserve that does a world of good for their neighbors on Sumba. You want to go.

By Kathryn RomeynAug 25, 2023

How Green Is My Island? Ask All the Bamboo Sharks I’ve Rewilded

Hotels

How Green Is My Island? Ask All the Bamboo Sharks I’ve Rewilded

Eco-friendly SAii Phi Phi Island Village leads the way in regenerating the Thai island of Phi Phi and the surrounding area.

By Vincent Vichit-VadakanAug 18, 2023

Is This the Greenest Private-Island Resort in Asia? No, That’s Not An Oxymoron

Hotels

Is This the Greenest Private-Island Resort in Asia? No, That’s Not An Oxymoron

From the numbers, Bawah Reserve seems to show that luxury can add up to sustainability and net-positive social impact. Even with a seaplane!

By Katie LockhartAug 17, 2023

VIDEO: The T+L Guide to Ko Tao, Thailand’s Eco Island

Destinations

VIDEO: The T+L Guide to Ko Tao, Thailand’s Eco Island

Dive mecca Ko Tao is full of creative locals making their little island the spot for great wellness, wine, food, art and sustainability.

By Jeninne Lee-St. JohnAug 15, 2023

Sabah Tourism Delivers North Borneo’s World of Natural Island Beauty, Ocean Conservation and Beautiful Birds to the World

Destinations

Sabah Tourism Delivers North Borneo’s World of Natural Island Beauty, Ocean Conservation and Beautiful Birds to the World

Through its ‘Feel Sabah, North Borneo,’ campaign, stunning Malaysian Borneo continues to raise its profile as an international destination.

By T+L SEA StaffAug 03, 2023

12 Best Beaches In Kauai For Sunsets, Snorkelling, And Swimming

Beaches & Islands

12 Best Beaches In Kauai For Sunsets, Snorkelling, And Swimming

Find your just-right beaches in Kauai, a stunning tropical landscape in Hawaii perfect for sunsets, swimming, and snorkelling

By Vanessa WilkinsJun 17, 2023

Keep Calm and Energetic at Kurumba with a Range of Maldivian Wellness Facilities and Offerings

Hotels

Keep Calm and Energetic at Kurumba with a Range of Maldivian Wellness Facilities and Offerings

From thrilling parasailing excursions to soothing local herbal treatments, Kurumba Maldives has wellness options for all.

By T+L SEA StaffMay 30, 2023

Sumba Island Is the Wild Indonesian Escape You’ve Been Dreaming Of

Beaches & Islands

Sumba Island Is the Wild Indonesian Escape You’ve Been Dreaming Of

Sumba Island feels like the last frontier in Indonesia, with white-sand beaches, turquoise seas, rich culture and stylish resorts in the mix

By Jenny HewettMay 30, 2023

This Fresh-Faced Five-Star Is Another New Reason to Hit the Beach in Mui Ne

Beaches & Islands

This Fresh-Faced Five-Star Is Another New Reason to Hit the Beach in Mui Ne

We checked in The Anam Mui Ne and got the lay of the sand, so to speak. Expect a lot more love for this beautiful beach town in coming years.

By Marissa CarruthersMay 29, 2023

This Island in Cambodia Is the Roadless Reset You Need Right Now

Beaches & Islands

This Island in Cambodia Is the Roadless Reset You Need Right Now

Tune out from the modern world and get way off the beaten track on Koh Rong Samloem, Cambodia, where time seemingly stands still.

By Marissa CarruthersMay 28, 2023

VIDEO: Antarctica, the Swimsuit Edition

Beaches & Islands

VIDEO: Antarctica, the Swimsuit Edition

Get ready for our most exotic installment of #swimsuitrequired, as our writer strips down to her skivvies and goes swimming in Antarctica.

By Jenny HewettMay 26, 2023

This Island Resort in Fiji Puts the Planet (and Pampering) First

Beaches & Islands

This Island Resort in Fiji Puts the Planet (and Pampering) First

We checked into Six Senses Fiji on Malolo Island and discovered a 24-villa luxury resort intent on preserving its environment.

By Jenny HewettMay 25, 2023

VIDEO: Why Guadeloupe Is a Caribbean Islands Secret You Want In On

Beaches & Islands

VIDEO: Why Guadeloupe Is a Caribbean Islands Secret You Want In On

Our travel guide to Guadeloupe: beautiful white- and black-sand beaches, mangroves, and waterfalls, plus rich culture and fantastic food.

By Holly Hatcher-FrazierMay 24, 2023

Vitamin Sea: How the Open Ocean Solved One Writer’s Pandemic Woes

Beaches & Islands

Vitamin Sea: How the Open Ocean Solved One Writer’s Pandemic Woes

Awash in the health benefits of ocean water, from Mozambique to Australia, we pay homage to the healing power of beaches.

By Kee FoongMay 23, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Uluwatu, Bali’s Coolest Neighborhood

Beaches & Islands

The Ultimate Guide to Uluwatu, Bali’s Coolest Neighborhood

Beloved by surfers, Uluwatu has been simmering for some time, but new eateries, bars and wellness destinations are making it the next Canggu.

By Kathryn RomeynMay 22, 2023

8 Unconventionally Gorgeous Maldives Resorts Made For Design Lovers

Beaches & Islands

8 Unconventionally Gorgeous Maldives Resorts Made For Design Lovers

One T+L writer who’s been to more Maldives hotels than anyone we know dials in from paradise with her picks of the best in design right now.

By Katie LockhartMay 19, 2023

Why Smiths Beach in Western Australia Needs to Be on Your Must List

Beaches & Islands

Why Smiths Beach in Western Australia Needs to Be on Your Must List

We checked into Smiths Beach Resort to try one of the country’s most famous breaks, watch whales, and drink barrels of wine.

By Christian BarkerMay 18, 2023

This Caribbean Island Has Breathtaking Beaches And The Most Laid-Back Vibes

Central & South America

This Caribbean Island Has Breathtaking Beaches And The Most Laid-Back Vibes

Look beyond Providenciales to the Caribbean island of Grand Turk. Here's what to do, where to eat and drink, and more.

By Lindsay CohnMay 17, 2023

6 Awesome Beaches Across Asia for Living Your Best Digital Nomad Life

Beaches & Islands

6 Awesome Beaches Across Asia for Living Your Best Digital Nomad Life

Looking for an office where the dress code is “swimsuit required”? Asia has some of the best beaches in the world for remote working.

By Chris DwyerMay 16, 2023

Why Life on the Beach Just Hits Different: A Love Letter

Beaches & Islands

Why Life on the Beach Just Hits Different: A Love Letter

From Indonesia to Isla Holbox, many of this writer’s best memories have been in a swimsuit on countless beaches around the world.

By Kathryn RomeynMay 15, 2023

This Family-Fave Beach Resort in Khao Lak Has Gotten a Game-Changing Facelift

Beaches & Islands

This Family-Fave Beach Resort in Khao Lak Has Gotten a Game-Changing Facelift

JW Marriott Khao Lak is a sprawling kid-friendly resort that manages to make everyone, not just families, feel satisfactorily relaxed.

By Vincent Vichit-VadakanMay 12, 2023

We’re Beyond Excited About These New Uber-Luxe Hotels Moving into the Maldives

Beaches & Islands

We’re Beyond Excited About These New Uber-Luxe Hotels Moving into the Maldives

Already home to many super luxury hotels, the Maldives is getting primed for Rosewood, Bulgari and a new Six Senses in the coming years.

By Marissa CarruthersMay 11, 2023

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