If you need a break from slotxo the festivities (and your kith and kin), add these properties – which are largely restricted to those aged 16 and above – to your itinerary.
There is a lot to enjoy about Chinese New Year, like the food and the merrymaking, a guilt-free reason to splurge on new clothes and of course, the opportunity to meet up with long lost friends and family members. But chances are, there are enough introverts among us who will need a good dose of down time to recuperate from the excessive celebrations. Or perhaps, CNY is just not your thing.
If so, do yourself a favour and book a getaway during this break. For maximum zen effect, we recommend picking adults-only resorts or at least those that have child-free zones, so you can find temporary relief from your own kids – and other people’s kids too.
After all, it’s your holiday too and you get a say in how you want to spend your time. Here are our favourites in the region.
GO ON A SPA GETAWAY IN BALI, INDONESIA
Where: Spa Village Resort Tembok Bali
Surrounded by lush tropical gardens amidst a dramatic volcanic landscape on Bali’s remote north-eastern coast, which is known for its black sand beaches, is the Spa Village Resort Tembok Bali.
The atmosphere of tranquility here is carefully protected for guests aged 16 and up. Dedicated to restoring balance to one’s mind and body, the pampering starts with a head and shoulder massage and foot bath upon arrival.
The resort, a member of the Small Luxury Hotels (SLH) group, exudes a rustic-chic vibe, with Balinese-style woodwork and neutral fabrics as key decor elements. The spa focuses on traditional wellness, such as body wraps, restorative massages as well as stretch and guided meditation sessions. Plus, the rooms do not have televisions and Wi-fi is only available at the lounge, so you’ll get to give a much needed digital detox a go – whether you like it or not.
BE IMMERSED IN CULTURE AND HISTORY IN HUE, VIETNAM
Where: Azerai La Residence Hue
Legendary hotelier Adrian Zecha, the man who founded the ultra-exclusive Aman resorts, has a new hospitality brand to his name – Azerai. There are currently two properties in Vietnam, Azerai Can Tho and La Residence Hue, which bear his signature understated luxe aesthetic married with excellent service.
La Residence in Hue is situated in a stylish art deco style French-colonial mansion overlooking the poetically named Perfume River. Close by are the city’s historic palaces, pagodas, temples and funereal cities where the Nguyen emperors once ruled over, perfect for a day or two of historical immersion.