With hundreds of options available, trying the find the best hotels in Melbourne can be a daunting task. Luckily for you, I’ve done the hard work and curated some of the best hotels that I’ve either stayed in or have been recommended. 1. Park Hyatt Melbourne Park Hyatt Melbourne This is my go to hotel when I’m looking to treat myself and live the luxe life. The Park Hyatt Melbourne is a serene escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Not to mention they have a canine ambassador named Mr Walker. He’s been trained by Guide Dogs Victoria and can be found right outside the lobby for pats and phot ..read more

As I was preparing for a gastronomic weekend in Melbourne, I knew I had to book Warabi. The omakase style Japanese restaurant, helmed by Kyoto born Head Chef Hajime Horiguchi, managed to snag Two Hats in the 2023 and 2024 Good Food Guide. The Vibe at Warabi Warabi dining counter I spent several minutes futilely trying to locate the restaurant within the sprawling W Hotel. I ended up asking the concierge for help and she kindly escorted me to the entrance. As you enter Warabi, your eyes are immediately drawn to the marbled onyx feature wall that casts a soft glow onto the long wooden counter. T ..read more

Cathay Pacific’s The Pier Business Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport is known as one of the best Business Class lounges in the world. After my recent visit, I whole heartedly agree. Name The Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge. Location of the Cathay Pacific’s The Pier Business Class Lounge The Pier is located near gate 65 at Terminal 1 of Hong Kong International Airport. Once you find the sign (pictured below), head down the escalators and you will be warmly greeted by Cathay Pacific staff. Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Lounge Sign Due to the ..read more

The Voco Melbourne Central is a 4 star boutique hotel sits in the heart of Melbourne and carries the modern facilities travellers expect. Name Voco Melbourne Central Location Nestled within a laneway just off Lonsdale Street, one of Melbourne’s main thoroughfares, the hotel boasts 252 well-appointed rooms. Its central location makes it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travellers. You’ll find an array of transportation options, including tram, bus, and train stations, all within a convenient 5-minute stroll from the hotel. Additionally, the hotel is conveniently close to Melbourne ..read more

The Sakura lounge is Japan Airlines’ signature business lounge at Narita Airport. Name Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge at Terminal 2 Narita International Airport Location Situated directly opposite passport controls, the entrance to the Sakura Lounge is easily located, look out for the sleek signage. The First Class Lounge shares the same entrance and reception. Narita Airport mapAccess Open from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm every day, the lounge is accessible for passengers travelling in business class on JAL and Oneworld Sapphire members. Additionally, Japan Airlines Mileage Bank members with Sapphire ..read more

Kobe Wagyu Yakiniku is serving up a premium all you can eat buffet featuring high quality wagyu, sashimi and sushi. Food The BBQ buffet menu is available Monday to Sunday and costs $84 per person (as of this review). The menu is quite extensive and features: 12 kinds of wagyu cuts Pork Chicken Seafood Sashimi Sushi Salad Vegetables Bites/snacks Side dishes Rice Noodle Soup Dessert The expansive menu sits on an iPad, which allows diners to swipe through and order with ease. Do note that there is a 2 hour limit, which is quite adequate. Kobe Wagyu Yakiniku menuKobe Wagyu Yakiniku menu In order ..read more

Cup Noodles Museum located in Yokohama showcases instant ramen through fun, interactive displays. Museum Opening Hours The museum is open everyday except Tuesday from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, with last admissions at 5:00 pm. Make sure to check the Museum website here for the most up to date hours. Cup Noodles MuseumAdmission fees Admission fee to the museum is only 500 yen but certain attractions have additional fees. Chicken Ramen Factory: Elementary school students 300 yen / Adult (Junior high school students and older) 500 yen. After 1st April 2020, the price will increase to 500 yen and 800 yen ..read more

The Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is the flagship and first hotel of the luxury chain. Name Shangri-La Hotel Singapore Location Set on 15 acres of greenery, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore is situated at the western end of Orchard Road. Due to it’s secluded location, it takes roughly 20 minutes on foot to reach the middle of Orchard Road and 15 minutes to the nearest MRT station. Fortunately, the hotel does provide complimentary shuttle buses to Orchard Road and the CBD area. Room Due to the hotel’s sheer size, there’s 3 separate wings: Tower, Garden and Valley. Each wing has a distinct style, with th ..read more

Honke Daiichi Asahi (本家 第一旭) was founded over 50 years ago and is known as one of the best ramen shops in Kyoto. Source: Honke Daiichi Asahi Facebook pageFood Honke Daiichi Asahi has been operating since 1947 and serves “Takabashi Ramen” with an emphasis on ingredients sourced locally from Kyoto. The menu is compact with 6 kinds of ramen to choose from: Special noodle Standard noodle Mini noodle Menma noodle (seasoned bamboo) Noodles with roasted pork fillet Vegetarian noodle Menu at Honke Daiichi Asahi It was a no-brainer to go with the “Special Ramen”, which is a tonkotsu ramen season ..read more

remm Tokyo Kyobashi, opened in April 2019, is a modern hotel in the heart of Tokyo. Name remm Tokyo Kyobashi remm Tokyo Kyobashi hotel Location The hotel is located in the Kyobashi neighborhood, one of Tokyo’s oldest commercial centers. There are several up market shops, department stores and restaurants nearby. Remm Tokyo Kyobashi is easily accessible by public transport with the Kyobashi Metro station located directly in front of the hotel. And for guests taking the shinkansen, Tokyo station (Yaesu south exit) is only 7 minutes away by foot. Room For my 5 night stay, I booked a double room w ..read more