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30/07/2026

Every morning for nearly a month, we began our day beside the Bay of Corals. Most mornings, local fishermen were still pulling their nets, adrift in small round boats that resemble traditional basket boats. Trawlers careened back and forth for the rest of the day. Over this time we folded into the daily routine of everyone around us – the fishermen, the landscapers, the staff. Over 200 people arrived each day to rebuild this resort. It was a place of perpetual motion. Tuk tuks, scooters, diggers and tools. It was something else to watch. And then there were these pockets of time where silence reigned – at dawn, at lunch and at dusk – and in place of the noise and the work were these serene scenes on land and water. These were our first glimpses of Zannier Bãi San Hô as the rest of the world would see it. And it was truly beautiful. But what a privilege to see the other side which was the work in progress, the resilience. I wrote about this experience for the latest issue of International Traveller.

Thank you Imogen Eveson for your enthusiasm for this story. SLOJOURN for the unending support and encouragement 🤍 and Zannier Hotels Zannier Bãi San Hô for welcoming us and graciously sharing your home with us.

The pleasure of the journey it seems is best appreciated perched beside a window on an opulent train with jungle views. ...
20/07/2026

The pleasure of the journey it seems is best appreciated perched beside a window on an opulent train with jungle views. I wrote about the three-night Wild Malaysia onboard the Eastern & Oriental Express for latest issue. Spoiler, it was nothing short of intoxicating. And not only because we were in the presidential cabin. For the best part of four days we were transported through the tropics from Singapore to Penang to experience delicious food, interesting cultures and an ancient rainforest. Are we in the midst of the golden age of travel? After this journey, I’d say so! 🚂

Thank you

Post trip, after a flurry of writing and editing, it feels very indulgent to flick through the thousands of snaps and re...
15/06/2026

Post trip, after a flurry of writing and editing, it feels very indulgent to flick through the thousands of snaps and reminisce about an experience that was particularly memorable. Vietnam, for us, will be a collection of happy days beside the Bay of Corals, collecting treasures, watching a resort coming back to life and finding our rhythm beside the many kind, wonderful people who call it home.

Many moons ago while on honeymoon we spent a couple of nights at San Camp in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi Pans. Here, a wild ...
20/05/2026

Many moons ago while on honeymoon we spent a couple of nights at San Camp in Botswana’s Makgadikgadi Pans. Here, a wild wind whipped at the old-world canvas safari tents. Sunsets were for far off fires over looking the horizon, and at nightfall, the stars seemed never ending. We watched meerkats dance in the dust after sunrise and cheetahs cross the pans in the heat of the day. We learned lessons about our ancient world from the Khoisan people who lead us on foot through their land. We watched flamingoes ripple in the salt pans and searched for spoor in the sand. No other place has intrigued me quite like the pans where so much mystery remains. One day I’ll write about it, but for now, these scenes live in my heart and mind rent free.

I’m absolutely heartsore for Africa at the moment. So naturally, I’m torturing myself by going through photos from our l...
19/05/2026

I’m absolutely heartsore for Africa at the moment. So naturally, I’m torturing myself by going through photos from our last family safari in the Serengeti for . Without a doubt one of our core family memories. We were touched by the kindness of everyone we encountered across the . We were embraced like family around fires and on adventures through remote tracts of the wilderness. I wrote about these moments for and SLH’s Swoon, and what a privilege it was! Side note: no audio, just the sounds of Africa and a toddler on safari!

Just a girl who takes too many sunset photos, bird call recordings and handwritten notes. But in fairness Song Saa Priva...
18/05/2026

Just a girl who takes too many sunset photos, bird call recordings and handwritten notes. But in fairness Song Saa Private Island was idyllic. I went there for the soul purpose of trying out the new Saraan Sanctuaries, a quiet island hideaway that’s dedicated to wellness. Not only was it easy to escape here among palms and lapping waves, it was also incredible to learn about the island’s recovering reef, the local Khmer traditions and the all the ways people can find healing here.

Thanks to

While it’s always an internal battle deciding whether to visit a new place as opposed to returning to Africa, exploring ...
18/05/2026

While it’s always an internal battle deciding whether to visit a new place as opposed to returning to Africa, exploring Southeast Asia this last year has been wildly fulfilling. My latest trip was to Vietnam to see Zannier Bãi San Hô reopen after the beachfront resort was forced to close in November 2025 following a cyclone. This new-to-me destination felt strangely familiar with warm, friendly people, interesting wildlife and bird calls, and an experience with strong ties to the local community and culture. Unlike many trips, the most indulgent part was being able to unpack and explore ever so slowly. And after nearly a month – waking up to views of the Bay of Corals and basket boats, birds flocking over rice paddies and pho for breakfast – it certainly stated to feel like home.

A beautiful experience thanks to

The last stop on my recent Cambodia trip was Zannier Phum Baitang, and my first touch point with Zannier did not disappo...
18/05/2026

The last stop on my recent Cambodia trip was Zannier Phum Baitang, and my first touch point with Zannier did not disappoint. I expected a beautiful design-led property with attention to detail, but it was also so much more. The smell of the woodsmoke at dawn, the rice paddies and water buffalo, the doves and nearby village bustle, the folded lotus flowers and home-made sweet treats waiting at nightfall. While this visit was brief, it makes for an ideal base for exploring Angkor Wat and wandering the many nearby cultural sites. Or, simply, just to languish by the pool.

Thanks to

To witness the return of nature is as profound as it is a privilege.Creatures great and small have emerged following the...
07/04/2026

To witness the return of nature is as profound as it is a privilege.

Creatures great and small have emerged following the typhoon, finding refuge again across the peninsula and on the golden shore of the Bay of Corals.

At sunrise, take note of the birdsong and butterflies that dance on the ocean breeze. During the heat of midday, you’ll see a pair of white-breasted laughing thrushes skimming the water
for reprieve from the heat. And at dusk, watch crabs hurry from their hollows to the sea before tumbling in the waves.

On the ground and in the air, the rebirth of Zannier Bãi San Hô reminds us that we exist alongside the wild in this unique coastal landscape we call home.

Many hands helped to shape Zannier Bãi San Hô.We pay tribute to our people on the ground who are an essential part of ou...
05/04/2026

Many hands helped to shape Zannier Bãi San Hô.

We pay tribute to our people on the ground who are an essential part of our renewal story.

Together, we recovered and rebuilt. And now we begin our next chapter.

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