Bambu luxury in Bali - environmentally AND financially sound
Founded by John and Cynthia Hardy, the sustainability philosophy of Bambu Indah developed from its origin. Only two trees were relocated to accommodate eleven antique century-old Javanese houses, while new structures including the lobby, restaurant and new houses showcase their passion for bamboo as an alternative to rainforest timber. Bamboo takes three years to grow to full maturity and has the strength to scaffold even Hong Kong’s skyscrapers.
Bike Trends: Trading car keys for bike locks
Bicycles, vintage bikes and vintage Vespas are in. Not only that — people are spending loads to experience these "modern" luxuries.
Amtrak locked me in!
Service issues are sometimes unavoidable, but when you put the safety of a customer at risk, the least you can do is show empathy and make some service recovery efforts. Amtrak's negligence during a recent trip shocked me, but their response to my complaint left me speechless.
Are your employees cheating the system?
The best loss prevention tactic is to personally know the ins and outs and stealing tactics out there.
Kickbacks for good reviews?
Do hotels pay to get good reviews in guidebooks? And if so, who's to blame?
Nomad-Chic: Dispatch from Tibet
Craft House Founder and Director, Yvette Jong, contributes to Nomad-Chic, posting content on inspiration and travel from around the world. Follow her dispatch on where inspiration is destination!