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The Warehouse Hotel was built in 1895 along the Singapore River as part of the Straits of Malacca trade route. At that time, the area was a hotbed of secret societies, underground activity, and liquor distilleries. The Warehouse Hotel has been meticulously restored as a modern 37-room boutique hotel, focusing on heritage and local culture. The hotel delivers thoughtful hospitality with historically-detailed rooms, classic local dishes and craft cocktails in the vibrant neighbourhood of Robertson Quay.

Star Clipper is a true clipper ship, reflecting proud heritage in every inch of the polished brass and gleaming brightwork that graces her decks and superstructure. The ship is 360 feet in length and carries up to 170 passengers. There are six categories of generous staterooms; giving guests plenty of choice when deciding which one suits them best. Star Clipper features an exquisite dining room, in which guests can eat when and where they like. Other leisure facilities include the convivial indoor-outdoor Tropical Bar and Piano Bar, multiple swimming pools, and an Edwardian style library where a Belle Époque fireplace glows with a warmth that reflects the friendliness and enthusiasm of Star Clippers’ hospitable officers and crew.

The capital city of Sarawak state offers a pleasant stop for travellers looking for an urban fix between exploring the natural gems of Malaysian Borneo. Kuching is situated on the banks of the Sarawak River, which meanders through the town, lending itself a laid back atmosphere. A stroll along Kuching waterfront (nicknamed ‘The People Place’) offers visitors a diverse mix of cultural attractions and entertainment options, including views of the city’s most intricate architectural gem, Dewan Undangan Negeri – the Sarawak State Assembly complex. A contemporary highlight of the town is a series of offbeat and loveable orangutan wall murals by Lithuanian street artist Ernest Zacharevic, while those in need of R&R can indulge in a peaceful afternoon at the lovely Sarawak Orchid Garden. The annual Kuching Food Fair takes place every August, with over 200 different street stalls serving up a smorgasbord of local and international cuisine.

Once a sleepy fishing village, Bintulu has morphed into a thriving urban centre in recent years, thanks to its generous oil and gas reserves - however, it still retains its old-world atmosphere and much of its traditional stilted architecture. Key attractions in the city include its vibrant local markets and the Kuan Yin Tong Chinese Temple - a tranquil shrine and garden complex complete with koi ponds and a waterfall. Several national parks are dotted around the city outskirts, including Lambir, Mulu and Similajau national parks.

Sleek and affluent, Miri is a bustling city steeped in the fiscal honey of its priceless oil reserves. A combination of great cuisine, diverse cultural influences and a cosmopolitan atmosphere make it a pleasure to pass through – which is fortunate since it is a major transit hub, providing onward connections to Brunei, Sabah and Gunung Mulu and Lambir national parks. There are several pleasant beaches in close proximity to the town, and scuba diving courses are offered by several operators in town. For some local flavour – literally and figuratively – pay a visit to Tamu Muhibah, a vibrant market peddling an array of exotic fresh produce and local culinary specialties.

Situated on the beautiful island of Borneo, Bandar Seri Begawan serves as the capital of Brunei. The city is surrounded by spectacularly scenic landscape featuring pristine beaches, a biodiverse forest and fringed by the South China Sea. Bandar Seri Begawan is home to a number of museums, modern shopping malls, and restaurants, as well as the world's biggest water village, Kampong Ayer, where houses balance on stilts and boats are used as cars. Visitors can look forward to a number of attractions including: the capital's massive Istana Nurul Iman palace, the current residence of Brunei’s ruling sultan; the opulent Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah mosque, featuring 29 impressive golden domes; and the stately Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, boasting multicoloured stained glass windows, ornate chandeliers, Italian marble, all encircled by a lagoon.

Situated in Malaysia, the island of Tinggi, known as Pulau Tinggi, is a verdant outcrop rising abruptly from the Java Sea. Dubbed the ‘General's Hat’ by Chinese seamen hundreds of years ago, the landscape is characterized by Mount Sebudu, a steep 600-metre-high extinct volcano blanketed in lush jungle and fringed by stretches of white-sand beaches. Visitors can look forward to excellent diving and snorkelling in its crystal-clear waters to view an underwater wonderland teeming with abundant coral reef and diverse marine life, hiking to a beautiful waterfall, and visiting a local island village. Other popular activities include: swimming, boating, relaxing on the beach and watching an awe-inspiring sunset.

Located in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is a beautiful sanctuary and a unique experience. Accommodation consists of spacious rooms and suites, each equipped with a private bathroom, minibar, coffee / tea-making facilities, in-room safe, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy dining at the onsite restaurants offering Japanese, Western, Malaysian and Oriental cuisine and unwind with a relaxing drink at the beachside bar and music lounge. Additional amenities available at the resort include a golf club, a wellness spa, windsurfing lessons, and a bicycle to Laya-Laya Village activity.