Jasmin Woolf

DA NANG Palm-shaded villas with their own plunge pools. A spa that backs onto a lake. A vegetable garden doing double duty as dinner and decor. Danang Marriott Resort & Spa, Non Nuoc Beach Villas has the ingredients of a honeymoon retreat, a wellness escape and a family reunion all at once. We checked in to find out how it pulls that off. Image courtesy of Danang Marriott Resort & Spa, Non Nuoc Beach Villas Location The Danang Marriott Resort & Spa, Non Nuoc Beach Villas is an all-villa...

DA NANG Image courtesy of Jasmin Woolf | CSP Times The name TIA translates to "a ray of light" in Vietnamese, and from the moment I arrived, that sentiment held true. Located along the beachfront near Da Nang city, TIA Wellness Resort (TIA) feels like a peaceful haven away from the city's buzz. The 87 villas sit amid tropical gardens, and the view of the Son Tra Peninsula — with the giant Lady Buddha keeping watch — sets an almost meditative tone from day one. I arrived at TIA around 1:00...

HONG KONG Could a 60-minute IV session and a sweat in the sauna be the reset Hong Kong's busy professionals need? We visited Central's Restore Integrative Medical Clinic to find out. First Impressions Located on the 16th floor of 1 Duddell Street in Central, Restore Integrative Medical Clinic feels more like a wellness sanctuary than a medical clinic. I walked in from the bustling Central lunch hour, sweaty, frazzled, and slightly damp from the rain, but the warm, welcoming staff and the...

Once a former British military camp, Sai Ying Pun has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years, emerging as one of the trendiest ‘hoods in Hong Kong and a haven for food enthusiasts. This charming district seamlessly blends traditional Chinese dried seafood stores, wet markets brimming with fresh produce and buildings from a bygone era with cool artsy boutiques, cute cafes, and bustling restaurants. Read on as we share the best eateries in this vibrant little neighbourhood, where...

LONDON Some facials are a treat. Some are a transformation. This one is both. Tucked away in a building on Marble Arch, Face Spa by Oana is a serene oasis where holistic touch meets advanced technique. I visited on a whim, unsure of what to expect – and walked out feeling like a new person. My jaw was softer, my cheeks were lifted, and my skin was glowing. If you are in London, this is your sign to book in. Once you've walked up the stairs to Oana's cosy studio, a calming space envelopes you....

The cult-favourite event series is back for round two – and tickets are selling out fast. If you were among the lucky ones who scored a ticket to No Curfew Club's May debut, you already know: this is not your average Hong Kong night out. For those who missed out – or those still recovering from the sheer joy of screaming every word to "Everybody" by Backstreet Boys – here is your second chance. Following the success of their sold-out launch, No Curfew Club is back at Aer on August 1 for...

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM Over the past decade, intravenous therapy (IV therapy) has become one of the fastest-growing wellness trends worldwide, evolving from a clinical treatment into a mainstream luxury reserved for those who demand immediate, visible results from their self-care routines. Unlike taking supplements, IV drips bypass the digestive system entirely, achieving up to 100% bioavailability compared to the 10-20% typically absorbed through oral supplementation. It's also much loved by...

Summer in Asia is a test of endurance – not just for your spirit, but for your skin. Humidity turns smooth swashes into sticky messes. Air conditioning saps moisture. Sun exposure accelerates visible ageing. And the heat? It makes even the most dedicated among us want to abandon the whole process altogether. The solution is not to do more. It is to be smarter. This summer, we have curated a lineup of brands and products that work with the season, not against it. From scientifically advanced...

HONG KONG As any pet parent in Hong Kong knows, finding the right food for your furry family member can feel like an endless experiment. Too many options are packed with fillers, preservatives, or ingredients you cannot pronounce. Others are eye-wateringly expensive without delivering noticeable health benefits. Enter Pet Cubes: a Singapore-born fresh pet food brand that has quietly built a loyal following among Hong Kong's most discerning pet owners – and their four-legged critics....

There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes with living in Hong Kong. It is not just the long hours or the humidity – it is the relentless hum of the city, the way your shoulders creep toward your ears without you noticing, the vague sense that your qi (if you believe in that sort of thing) is a little topsy turvy. I arrived at the Four Seasons Hong Kong spa feeling a little under the weather. Not unwell enough to cancel, but decidedly off. Stuffy. Foggy. The kind of low-grade malaise...

THAILAND A hotel review of JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa. Images courtesy of JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa and Jasmin Woolf | CSP...

THAILAND A hotel review of Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket . Images courtesy of Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket . Few beaches across the globe can...

Phuket A restaurant review of PRU. Images courtesy of PRU and Jasmin Woolf | CSP Times. Over the years, Phuket’s fine dining scene has...

Private pools villas, Michelin-star meals and five-star luxury, this is our detailed review of Trisara resort in Phuket

THAILAND A hotel review of Banyan Tree Phuket. Images courtesy of Banyan Tree Phuket and Jasmin Woolf | CSP Times. Wellness hotels are...

The Maldives Most travellers come to the Maldives dreaming of overwater villas and turquoise lagoons, not spice-laden curries and...

THE MALDIVES A hotel review of Milaidhoo Maldives. Images courtesy of Milaidhoo and Jasmin Woolf | CSP Times. There's a particular...

With the highest concentration of luxury hotels in the world, the Maldives is truly the epitome of high-end travel. There’s over 1,200...

THE MALDIVES A hotel review of Sirru Fen Fushi, Private Lagoon Resort. Images courtesy of Sirru Fen Fushi and Jasmin Woolf | CSP Times....

INTERVIEW Did you know the skin is the largest organ in the body? This means any particles, including potentially toxic ingredients,...

PHU QUOC Phu Quoc's fine dining scene gets a delicious update with the refreshed Pink Pearl by Olivier E at the JW Marriott Phu Quoc...

HONG KONG Are you scared of the idea of painful injections and Botox to maintain a youthful appearance? Us too. So when Hong Kong’s top...

INTERVIEW Pixie Lott is a name that stands out in pop culture. Known for her incredible vocals and distinctive style, she has evolved...

With its pristine beaches and resplendent resorts, the island of Phu Quoc located off the west coast of Vietnam has become one of the...