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August 5, 2019

How Luxury Travelers in Southeast Asia Can Adopt the ‘Conscious Travel’ Mindset

by: Nadia Willan

Travel Guide & Inspiration

Experiential travel, where vacationers want to enjoy adventures and activities that are all about uplifting and memorable experiences, is part of a new wave of conscious travel that is sweeping across the world. Today’s vacationers are looking for experiences that enrich their lives and this includes ones that connect with themselves, local communities, and a destination’s environment in a positive way. This feel-good philosophy is not reserved just for the millennials, either. Gen Z, Y, and X are also sharing this deeper understanding of how travel today needs to be responsible, socially aware, and mindful. For luxury travelers in Southeast Asia, whether visiting the spectacular Thai islands or the beautiful island of Bali in Indonesia, there are plenty of opportunities to interact and experience destinations in a conscious way. Ethical Wildlife Activities Most people know that in popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, there have been plenty of reports about …

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July 17, 2019

Japanese Etiquettes You Should Know Before Going on a Trip to Niseko

by: Maui Lezama

Culture & Tradition, Niseko Travel Guide

Dubbed as “The Aspen of Japan,” Niseko has become one of the world’s most sought after ski destinations. Also known as the world’s powder capital, Niseko is the ultimate skiing destination for its powdery light snow that falls in abundance each year. Come summer season, the region then becomes a must-visit for its bounty of outdoor activities including river rafting, biking, hiking, and more. But before you revel in Niseko’s luxury chalets, world-class resorts, and the beautiful tree-lined slopes of Hokkaido, there are things you should know about the proper etiquette on the island so your visit will go as smooth as can be. Related article: The Four Ski Resorts of Niseko. Japan is widely known for having a group-oriented culture, where maintaining harmonious relationships with others is a way of life. Consideration of other people, being attentive to others, and being aware of one’s own impact in the community …

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July 12, 2019

Laem Sor – Koh Samui’s Secluded Luxury Hideaway

by: The Luxury Signature

Koh Samui Travel Guide

If you want to experience the Koh Samui that once was before it became a tourist hotspot, the peaceful Laem Sor beach area can show it to you. The quiet island-village atmosphere of this unexplored place makes it a sought after coastal retreat for those seeking tranquility and serenity amidst verdant tropical surroundings. This is the kind of place that lets you step back in time and experience the joy unadulterated nature brings to you. Laem Sor mainly comprises of a small coastal village with a handful of bays that offer secluded tropical beaches dotted with coconut palm trees bending over water at unbelievable angles. It reverberates a kind of atmosphere that was once prevalent throughout Koh Samui. Luxury villa recommendations: Villa Sairee and Villa Malabar How to reach Laem Sor Beach This idyllic coastal area is a 20-minute drive from the Lamai Beach and about a 35-minute drive from …

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June 19, 2019

The Luxury Signature Named Top Luxury Villa Rental And Accommodation Services In Asia 2019

by: Nadia Willan

News & Update

The Luxury Signature is proud to be named as number one in the ‘Luxury Lifestyle Awards Top 5: The Best Luxury Villa Rental and Accommodation Services in Asia 2019’; as reported in the Global Luxury Consumer Report 2019, compiled by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards. This marks the second consecutive year that the company has received the award after winning the same title last year. The coveted accolade also follows a previous Luxury Lifestyle Awards win for the ‘Best National Brand for Hong Kong’ category in 2015. The latest ranking recognizes The Luxury Signature as a leader in high-end hospitality, promising discerning guests extravagant and wonderfully secluded vacations. These include idyllic escapes in Thailand’s beautiful islands of Phuket and Samui, the incredible Indonesian island of Bali, and extraordinary chalets in Japan’s Niseko, the powder capital of the world. Staff, including a personal concierge and private chef, attend to guest needs, creating …

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June 11, 2019

KMM Founders Share Their Experience In Staffing & Managing Luxury Villas in Phuket

by: The Luxury Signature

Villa Owners Guide

As a company that markets and manages bookings of some of the most top-rated luxury holiday villa rentals in Phuket, The Luxury Signature (TLS) makes sure that we have the best allies in all aspects of the business. And in terms of human resources and villa management, KMM Services (KMM) is among the leading service providers on the island as per TLS standard. For many years, KMM has been matching many of our exceptional properties with a professional staff of the same caliber, including villa managers and chefs. For our guests and owners to get better insights about them, TLS sat down with Michael and Kat Marchbanks, the American-Thai couple who founded KMM. TLS: Can you tell us briefly of KMM’s process in sourcing the villa staff? KMM: Over the years, we have developed a reputation for being one of the best employers on the island. We have a lot …

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