Mövenpick Resort & Spa Bintan Lagoon
An island escape for every kind of traveller
Just a short ferry ride from Singapore, Mövenpick Bintan offers an easy tropical escape with a breadth of experiences for everyone. Those looking to rejuvenate can tap into the 3D2N Wellness Package, featuring guided experiences from Sunrise Energy Activation and Ocean Mindful Meditation to Power Walk and a Batik Painting session, while families can make the most of the 3D2N Family Package and supervised activities at the Little Birds Kids Club.
Beyond these curated stays, guests can unwind with restorative treatments at Shantara Spa, spend the day at Bintan’s only and largest two-storey Soñada Beach Club, tee off at the resort’s 18-hole golf course, take to the water with a range of beach activities activities, or dine across six distinct concepts – making it easy to shape a stay around their own pace and interests.
The RuMa
An Urban Oasis in the heart of Kuala Lumpur
For travellers looking to close out the year with a refined city escape, The RuMa offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, where design, culture and understated luxury come together in a contemporary expression of modern Malaysian hospitality. Inspired by the notion of rumah, meaning “home” in Malay, the one MICHELIN Key-awarded hotel provides a calm base for exploring the city, with generously appointed rooms offering views of the iconic Petronas Twin Towers.
Spend the day discovering Kuala Lumpur before returning to The LIBRARI for a Malaysian-inspired afternoon tea, beautifully presented on a congkak board, a traditional Malaysian mancala game. Unwind further with a restorative treatment at UR SPA, then ease into an evening dappled in the golden sunset with cocktails and light bites at SANTAI Pool Bar & Lounge or Seven Lobby Bar, or ascend the colonial-style spiral staircases and dine at ATAS, where modern Malaysian cuisine celebrates local produce and traditional flavours. Together, these experiences offer a distinctly Malaysian city escape that balances discovery, relaxation and indulgence
Walk Japan
For a different side of winter in Japan
Japan continues to top many wish lists, and while winter holidays have often centred around ski resorts such as Niseko and Hakuba, another side of Japan’s snow season unfolds beyond the slopes. From steaming open-air onsen and preserved post towns to regional cuisines and traditions, Walk Japan’s winter journeys offer an immersive way beyond the well-trodden tourist routes.
Explore Onsen Gastronomy: Snowy Aizu through Fukushima’s food and hot spring culture; Tohoku Hot Spring Snow Tour between remote onsen towns; Nagano Snow Country through historic mountain communities; and Hokkaido Snow Tour, venturing beyond the ski resorts into the island’s winter wilderness.
andBeyond
Transformative wellness and wildlife journeys
For travellers looking to end the year with a journey that goes well beyond the ordinary, andBeyond brings together wildlife, culture, adventure and wellbeing across some of Asia’s most remarkable destinations. Search for red pandas and tigers across India and Nepal, encounter the famed temple monkeys of Polonnaruwa in Sri Lanka that inspired Disney Nature’s documentary, or head to andBeyond Punakha River Lodge in Bhutan for a restorative Himalayan escape.
From 1 – 31 December 2026, Wellness Master in Residence Vijaya Goyal will bring a deeper dimension to the Bhutanese experience, leading immersive breathwork, craniosacral therapy, meditation and yoga sessions designed to complement days spent exploring the happiest country in the world – whether on a spiritual trek to Tiger’s Nest, birdwatching through the surrounding landscapes or enjoying riverside dining at the lodge.
Tourism New Zealand
Southern Hemisphere summer adventure
As summer arrives in New Zealand, travellers can trade Singapore’s year-end bustle for long, sun-filled days hiking dramatic landscapes, exploring mountains and coastlines, and discovering the country’s thriving food scene. With Air New Zealand offering direct flights from Singapore to Christchurch, the South Island is an easy gateway to a bigger adventure.
And there’s now another reason to explore beyond the great outdoors: the MICHELIN Guide made its debut in New Zealand this year, recognising 110 establishments – beckoning visitors to explore its local produce and regional flavours to adventure-filled days.
Grand Copthorne Waterfront
No-flight Singapore staycation
You don’t always have to leave Singapore to get away from it all. Spend a slow weekend by the Singapore River – families can enjoy a change of pace with the Riverside Family Escape package, featuring themed kids’ rooms, engaging activities, and exclusive dining perks including kids-eat-free privileges and family-friendly offers. Come evening, make your way to the hotel’s Seafood Mania buffet for a generous spread, then return to the riverside setting for a quiet evening. A simple staycation for those looking to rediscover a familiar side of Singapore while switching off for the weekend.
