BANYAN TREE 25TH ANNIVERSARY
PHUKET, MALDIVES | NOW – DEC 2019
This year Banyan Tree Luxury Hotels & Resorts celebrates 25 years and will offer added and complimentary experiences that guests can enjoy, read more
KURIOUS NATURE
SINGAPORE | 6-21 JUL 2019
Considered the world’s greatest contemporary circus, Cirque du Soleil once again pitches its tent in Singapore, read more
ASARNHA BUCHA & BUDDHIST
SOUTHEAST ASIA | 16-17 JUL 2019
Asarnha Bucha Day marks the day when the Lord Buddha delivered his first sermon known as “Dhammachakkappawattanasutta” which he preached to five ascetics at Benares in India over 2,500 years ago. read more
ANANTARA KIHAVAH MALDIVES CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF MAN’S FIRST WALK ON THE MOON
MALDIVES | 20 JUL 2019
Fifty years ago, Apollo 11 landed on the moon and astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped down from their lunar module onto the surface of the moon, read more
PRESERVING APSARA DANCE
Siem Reap | Now – 31 Aug 2019
No trip to Siem Reap is complete without attending a traditional Cambodian dance performance. The ancient traditional Khmer dancing and Apsara dance performances … read more
GLITTER & GOLD
PHNOM PENH | 23-26 AUG 2019
The Cambodia International Gems & Jewellery Fair 2019 presents the country’s best gems and jewellery as well as the finest international diamonds, gemstones, fine jewellery designs and timepieces from around the world. read more
RENEWING PHUKET’S OLD CHARM
Phuket still dwells on its past and in a good way, with the presence of a true heritage town of mansions, colourful shophouses, street food and charming wall murals. read more
OF ICE AND COLOURS
The unique “O Aew” or jelly in shaved ice is one type of refreshing dessert to try and introduced by the town of Penang in Malaysia. read more
A FRUIT’S PASSIONATE SIDE
The next time you need a natural vitamin boost, think about adding a fresh passion fruit as part of a healthy plan. read more
STAYED: SANTIBURI
Located in Maenam in north Koh Samui, Santiburi is a luxurious resort sprawled out along a lazy arc of golden sand and calm, clear waters. Harking back as one of the first 5-star resorts in Samui, Santiburi is a classic example of a meticulously maintained Siamese-style resort. Read more
TRIED: TAMARIND SPRINGS
Steam swirls around you in random patterns visible in the dim light trickling through a few small frosted-glass windows. As condensed steam steadiily drips off of the huge granite boulder in front of you, a mysterious rumbling emanates from somewhere deep in the shadows. Read more
TASTED: SEA GRILLE AT CELES
What is it about seaside dining that is so alluring? The sea itself beckons many on some subliminal, instinctual level. So much so that simply looking out over it while indulging in a meal somehow satiates this mysterious desire. Read more
TASTED: BAITONG RESTAURANT AT BANANA FAN SEA
Here you are in Thailand – the land of smiles. It’s also the land of some of the tastiest food on the planet. This is so universally agreed upon that it’s nearly crossed the line from opinion to fact – if that’s even possible. Read more
FREE TICKET TO RIDE
BANGKOK
Great news for those who waited in anticipation and excitement for the new MRT Blue Line extension. The public can get aboard the latest metro transit system at the first four stations of the MRT Blue Line. With its recent unveiling, read more
GOOD CHI IN BANGRAK
SAMUI
Bangrak beach has long been known as one of the best places on the island to catch a stunning sunset with a mountains and sea backdrop. Chi Samui … read more
OCEANS FOR ALL
PHUKET
There’s no overlooking the mounting support for environmental awareness and conservation in Thailand. Many resorts, restaurants, and other businesses are boasting about their paper straws, read more
WEAVING A BUZZ
CHIANG MAI
Don’t be fooled by the industrial, nondescript exterior. Weave Artisan Society is all the buzz about Chiang Mai. read more
GORDON’S AT THE PEAK
HONG KONG
Fish & Chips, Marrow Fat Peas and Curry Sauce – these are the quintessential British favourites that await diners at Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar at the Peak Galleria in Hong Kong. read more
TRUE SINGAPOREAN TZE CHAR
SINGAPORE
Visitors wanting to experience some authentic Singaporean tze char (street food) should pay a visit to New Ubin Zhongshan Park, located within the vibrant Balestier commune. read more
CADDY CONCIERGE
KUALA LUMPUR
As a leading creator of exclusive experiences, Hilton Kuala Lumpur has introduced a programme specifically curated for golfers. The Caddy Concierge, a one-stop contact to all things golf, read more
FOR A GOOD CAUSE
PHNOM PENH
A social enterprise operated by nongovernmental organisation, the Tree Alliance, this restaurant trains and employs former street children and marginalised youth in a variety of sectors such as hospitality and F&B. read more
VIENTIANE MEMORIES
VIENTIANE
Make a souvenir more than just a keepsake when you use it for home décor and reminder of an adventure on the road. When in the Lao capital of Vientiane, visit FranMuan at Sihom Café for travel mementoes with their great stories to share back home. read more
NHA TRANG NOODLES
NHA TRANG
With a coastline of over 3,000km, Vietnam has a sea that is a vital part of daily life. Nowhere is it more evident than the city of Nha Trang on the south central coast of Vietnam. read more
AUTONOMOUS EATS & DRINKS
YANGON
Created by PUN + PROJECTS in 2014, Port Autonomy has had many incarnations since it first opening in Lanthit Jetty, read more
ITHAAFUSHI HEAVEN
MALDIVES
The latest design-forward and ultra-luxury property in the Maldives is the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, located in the heart of the South Malé Atoll at Ithaafushi Island. read more