Welcome to our November edition, where we dive into the vibrant cultures, scenic landscapes, and culinary delights of Malaysia and Singapore. This month, explore new experiences and hidden gems, from Malaysia’s lush rainforests to Singapore’s sea adventure—perfect for memorable holidays and authentic local experiences.
Key Takeaways:
- Products: Get inspired by the nature immersion in Belum Rainforest, or by the cultural and culinary walking tour in Kuching, or by a new way to explore Singapore by a boat adventure.
- Hotels: We are happy to share new preferred properties in Singapore.
- Destination News: A reminder to book early for Borneo’s peak season as lodges are filling up quickly! Plus catch up on the latest updates on hotel refurbishments and a useful summary of Malaysia’s 2025 holidays.
Product updates
Peninsular Malaysia:
Discover Belum
4 Days / 3 Nights
- Explore one of the Malaysia’s oldest rainforest
- Spot the rare rafflesia, one of the world’s largest flower
- Enjoy an immersive full day birdwatching experience with a nature guide
Borneo – Sarawak:
Kuching Foodie Walk
Full Day
- Walk through the heart of Kuching’s old town
- Take a traditional Sampan and explore Kuching
- Learn about the local produce to the Petanak Market
- Enjoy an authentic cooking class in a Sarawakian cuisine
Singapore Boat Adventure
Half Day
- Explore Pulau Ubin and the surrounding Islands from the sea
- Enjoy Singapore from a different perspective
- Learn insights about the sea channels and the seaman
- Get up close to the last few remaining Kelongs dotting the northeast water
Hotels updates
The Standard 4*
Singapore
Opening in December 2024, The Standard Hotel’s latest property boasts 143 contemporary rooms perfectly situated between the Botanic Gardens, Newton Circus Hawker Centre, and Orchard Road. Embracing the brand’s signature playful yet sophisticated style, the hotel features an infinity pool, a fitness centre, culture and art events and more. Learn more
Dao by Dorsett AMTD 5*
Singapore
DAO by Dorsett in Singapore offers a unique blend of luxury, wellness, and flexibility in the heart of the Central Business District. Designed with a contemporary lifestyle approach in mind, each unit comes complete with a kitchenette and living and dining spaces. Learn more
Destination News
Malaysia, Borneo: Peak season bookings
As we look ahead to Malaysia’s high season 2025, we want to remind you to book early. Due to an unprecedented surge in demand, many of our preferred properties are already fully booked for the June-September period, with alternative accommodations also filling up quickly.
This is especially true in remote areas, where jungle lodges are in limited supply.
To avoid disappointment, we recommend securing bookings as soon as possible or, if feasible, considering travel dates in March-May or October-November when the peak season demands have eased.
Malaysia Hotels refurbishment/maintenance:
- Mandarin Oriental Hotel: MO Club Lounge will undergo an upgrade from 18 November 2024 to 23 February 2025. During this period, MO Club Lounge services will be relocated to our Royal Suite on the 29th floor.
- Perhentian Island Resort: The resort is announcing a renovation work for all rooms categories expected to be completed by 31 March 2025
- Mulu National Park: Headhunter trails closure: The Camp 5 will be closed to booking from 15 Dec 24 to 31 Jan 25 due to weather conditions.
- Rosa Melaka Hotel: The Hotel is informing on the renovation of a new building wing, scheduled after the Chinese New Year 2025, with estimation completion by 2026, final date will be advised soon.
Singapore Hotel refurbishment/maintenance:
- The Scarlet Hotel: Due to an extended renovation period, the breakfast will not be available in November. Any new booking for the month of November will be confirmed as room only.
- Oasia Novena, Oasia Downtown, Amoy Hotel, The Clan Hotel: Commencing 1 January 2025, guest check in time will be set at 15h (3pm).
2025 Holidays: The Malaysian calendar is filled with festivals and holidays that showcase the diversity of the country and its people. For a full list of holidays – and what travellers can expect- click here. And for a closer look at some of the special spiritual holidays, check out our blog.
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