I wrote previously on how the complimentary walk provided by The Majestic Malacca is to die for. At risk of being a historical spoiler, allow me to share my experience with you the journey back in time in the rich history of this extraordinary empire.
I’m back from my five-day business-cum-leisure trip in Ho Chinh Minh City, Vietnam. I loved her then, I love her even more now. More to come, as soon as I’m done clearing my mountain of emails tomorrow. Meanwhile, check out this funny looking mutt I spotted at Bui Vien. Shortly after this picture was taken, the mutt told me to bark off.
Resting comfortably at the cultural crossroad since the 1920s, gazing serenely across the Malacca River, the Majestic Malacca felt like home from the first foot into the lobby. I felt the need to remove my shoes for Christ’s sake. The assistant manager of Housekeeping, Mitsuhiro Yamaga, welcomed my traveling companion, ThangDynasty, and I at the reception.
The Majestic Malacca is a much-needed recharge for my mind, body and soul. In this small town that was once occupied by the world’s major colonial powers, The Majestic Malacca rests peacefully on the banks of the Malacca River. With 54 exquisitely designed guestrooms, the hotel integrates the richness of her Peranakan history with the luxury of the Present.
I need to stop making trips where I spend more time in the air than I do on land. Alright, I’m exaggerating in the instance of my recent trip this week to Hong Kong for Asia PR Awards 2009, but still, I wish I could spend a long time in this beautiful urban jungle.
Four suitcases that combine to remind you of home, wherever you go.
Conceptualised and designed by Piet Blom in 1970s, originally planted in Helmond, the iconic Kubuswoning (Cubic Houses) was constructed on top of a pedestrian bridge into an urban jungle of abstract trees in 1984, from an invitation from the city of Rotterdam.
For 3 days in Rotterdam, my ignorant, culturally deprived, narrow-minded soul was in the company of these rich, culturally evolved beings. I struggled badly with my mediocre command of the language, Mandarin, while they sang poetry effortlessly. I will have you know that for the first time ever, I was truly ashamed by how disgustingly handicapped I was, of my own mother tongue.
Studio Hergebruik provides all kinds of items, from bags to sandals to furniture and even dinner lamps, with a common DNA – they are made from recycled materials. Conceptualised by the highly charismatic Jan De Haas, Studio Hergebruik is a design junkie’s Mecca never to be missed when visiting Rotterdam.
Lowriders. Choppers. Cruiserbikes. Design. Art. Books. Magazines. Coffee, oh bless their souls. And chocolate too. From Cheap Monday to Evisu to Xuly Bet and ohsosexy Filippa K, LokalHeroz is perhaps best described as the best cocktail of fun, food and fashion, blended specially for the self conscious metropolitan male.
