THE good travel guide 2019
OFFSHORE
Topas Eco Lodge, Vietnam
This hilltop eco lodge in the Sapa Valley had us at the infinity pool, with its breathtaking views of the mountains and valleys. The journey to get there is an adventurous 45-minute bus ride from Sapa town. The bungalows have no TV or internet connection, enabling you to completely escape. The onsite spa specialises in traditional Red Dao herbal baths. Topas’s sustainable principles ensure minimum impact on the environment. They employ people from nearby villages, plus use local products to bring economic benefits to the community. topasecolodge.com
Suarga Padang Padang, Bali
Suarga Padang Padang invites travellers to experience luxury at minimal expense to the environment. A majority of the resort’s structures, made from recycled materials, are built on stilts in an effort to preserve the indigenous flora and fauna. It blends in harmoniously with its exclusive hillside position overlooking Padang Padang Beach. Most produce served in its Dugong restaurant, which overlooks the infinity pool and beyond, is sourced from within a 48km radius. The resort is also plastic-free. suargapadangpadang.com
Daintree Ecolodge, Australia
This tropical retreat is the only boutique accommodation in the World-Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest, a 90-minute drive north of Cairns. Fifteen eco-luxury rooms are nestled among
