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    The Spa at Maya Ubud is located just down the road (a few minutes on foot) from the town of Ubud. Nestled next to the Petanu River, at the bottom of the Maya Ubud hotel, the spa features incredible views, attentive staff, and amazing treatments. Offering everything from quick mani-pedis to all-day spa packages, there…
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    Jan
    19

    Spa Alila Shop

    Usually when you go to the spa, you have a great time, get a treatment or two, and then you leave the pampering and relaxation for the real world. But if you go to the Spa Alila at Alila Villas Uluwatu, you can take a piece of the spa home with you so you can…
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    Jan
    19

    Fabulously Feet

    Sometimes you just need a little bit of extra pampering. While there are many, many places to get a pedicure, most do not compare to Fabulously Feet. As they say on their website, they have mastered the art and science of pamperology. Although traditional pedicures are offered, Fabulously Feet really sets itself apart with the…
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    Nov
    19

    The Rocky Mountaineer

    The railway across Canada was a long time coming, and part of the reason it took so long is because of the Rocky Mountains, a huge mountain range that travels through the Western part of the country all the way down into the United States. The mountains may have made for some rough travel, but…
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    Nov
    19

    The Ghan

    Train travel is experiencing a bit of a resurgence, and for people who want to enjoy the journey as much as the destination, trains are definitely the way to go. The Ghan offers travellers an incredible chance to journey through the Red Centre of Australia in comfort and luxury. There are three levels of service…
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    Nov
    19

    The Eastern and Oriental Express

    For some people, travelling by train is an everyday, commonplace thing. We travel by train to commute to work, or to get a little break from driving, but train rides are rarely an experience we want to cherish and remember. Then there’s the Eastern and Oriental Express. This train trip is the very definition of…
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    Nov
    19

    Pearl Restaurant

    Pearl Restaurant in Melbourne is one of those great places that feels like a great place to meet up with friends, but also provides some fantastic food. The menu offers the best in Australian cuisine, specialising in Australian ingredients like barramundi and gippsland lamb. The restaurant and bar were renovated in 2007, and the new…
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    Nov
    19

    Spoon Hong Kong

    Chef Alain Ducasse has opened Spoon restaurants in hot spots around the world, and Spoon Hong Kong has been newly refurbished in the InterContinental Hong Kong. It’s a great location with a French-inspired menu. The new menu and wine list are great. The streamlined menu focuses on lovely and elegant dishes, featuring lots of seafood…
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    Nov
    17

    Four Seasons Langkawi

    The Four Seasons Resort Langkawi in Malaysia is, quite simply, a marvelous place to stay. I had the most brilliant experience there. The location is fantastic and the service is impeccable. There are 90 villas and pavilions, and they all have wonderful views,  and some even offer secluded outdoor soaking tubs for two, which add…
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    Nov
    17

    Bodyworks Spa

    Bodyworks Spa in Bali is a great place, specializing in Javanese and Balinese treatments. They offer a variety of treatments, including waxing, massage, facials, and nail and hair treatments. Bodyworks is pretty inexpensive, which makes it a great place when you just need a bit of relaxation or a little pick-me-up. Bodyworks also offers a…
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    Nov
    17

    The Rock Bar

    The Ayana Resort in Bali is the new resort that has taken over the old Ritz-Carlton. The resort has been revamped, and one of the best changes is the new Rock Bar. Guests must take a cable car down to the bar from the resort, as the bar is located just above the water’s edge.…
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