I’ve always been on the lookout for hotels and resorts follow eco-friendly and sustainable practices. There are several luxurious resorts that support ecotourism and sustainability but many of them aren’t full-fledged eco-resorts that adopt a minimalistic approach to minimize waste and lower carbon footprint. Would any hotel guests, like yourself, be willing to exchange…
Wellness retreats are getting really popular these days. The good news is that you don’t have to spend hundreds of dollars to fly to Thailand or Bali just to enjoy some quiet moments. Because right now, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore is now offering a curated selection of wellness experiences that integrate stays, dining, meetings, spa and…
It’s a pity we can’t experience the four seasons here but you can have a feel and glimpse of what autumn is like at Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay. Mid-Autumn Festival will also be celebrated in its full splendour over here at Gardens by the Bay. The ‘Autumn Harvest’ floral display (1 September to 29…
It’s by far one of the biggest conventions on essential oils by Young Living in Singapore to date. I was there early in the morning at 10 am and there were people streaming in and filling up the hall at Suntec Convention Centre Expo. Should I say that Singaporeans are very much into essential oils? I’m glad…
Sometime back in June this year, I did a video collaboration with Alba Botanica Singapore where they featured me as a green living advocate who supports eco-friendly products. I was glad to collaborate with Alba Botanica in this green campaign in raising awareness about this eco-conscious movement. The video was shot right at my house and the other scenes…
Let’s be FRANK here. Are organic vegetables safer and healthier? Are organic vegetables really organic? There are clear differences between organic and non-organic produce. Without a doubt, non-organic produce contains lower toxic compounds and pesticides. And organic produce, on the other hand, contains higher antioxidants as compared to non-organic produce. It all boils down to…
Making your own beauty products often seem impossible. The thought of having to source all the ingredients and then combining them into one uniform mixture seems like an arduous task for many. On the other hand, it is a no-brainer task for a chemist. We are often psyched think that beauty products contain a complex and long…
I love receiving flowers. They are an emblem of beauty, love and appreciation. They add a pop of colour to your surroundings and a lingering scent of nature that freshens up the surrounding air. But every time I receive flowers, I would experience mixed emotions. I was elated yet at the same time…
Where do I begin? Seven years ago, I was right here at Sofitel Saigon Plaza Hotel lobby, just checking out this luxurious hotel in the middle of Ho Chi Minh City. I told myself: “One day, I’ll be back to this city again and explore this hotel for myself. Seven years later, I’ve made good…
Want healthy, clean yet nutritious fast food made with natural ingredients? With the opening of the UK-based international sandwich shop, Pret A Manger, you can now enjoy a wholesome meal just before you board the plane or after you’ve touched down in Singapore at Changi International Airport. I was so glad that they brought in Pret…
