Tropical Blooms

We’ve been through a heatwave over the last two months – says my poor blemished skin and electricity bill. The air conditioning is switched on most of the day and air-conditioned gyms are a welcome respite compared to the muggy outdoors. This is why the heavy rains over the last two weeks is a welcome…

Desert Drive: Zekreet, Qatar

We were told there is not much to do in Doha when we visited last year. But, if you have the right friends, you get the right advise and shown the right places. Our friend Jason showed up at our hotel early in the morning with packed food and ‘Karak Chai’ in a flask, and…

Serenity Path

Khareyana Spa – One of my favourite spots in the town (now a city) I practically grew up in – Petaling Jaya. I’ve been visiting this old residential bungalow that was converted into a spa sanctuary since 2003. The proprietor Puan Azam – a retired civil servant has always been very warm and welcoming since…