January/February 2010

SHANGHAI FORWARD: gearing up for Expo 2010 INSIDE: Qingdao, Misibis Bay, Mai Chau, San Francisco

In this issue...

Tried & Tested

Dragonair A330-300 Economy Class

Hongkong to Beijing — full story »

Resort Check: Misibis Bay Raintree

Albay — full story »

Spa Check: i.Sawan Spa and Residential Club at Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok

Bangkok, Thailand — full story »

Hotel Check: The Ritz-Carlton Millenia

Singapore — full story »

Lounge Check: Sky Lounge, Brunei International Airport

Royal Brunei Airlines — full story »

Travels

He is part of the curatorial team for the 2009 Hongkong and Shenzhen Bi-city Biennale of Urbanism\Architecture (currently taking place in Hongkong until February 27). A multimedia designer, Schuldenfrei has been commissioned for art installations around the world. He chats with Christina Kautzky — full story »

Great Reads

The Life and Times of Emmanuel Pelaez Nelson Navarro

This 22-year political biography of a former Philippine vice-president is instructive because it is not just the story of a life. It is also a recounting of the tumults of post-war Philippine politics. — full story »

Special Reports

Gateways to India

The subcontinent’s unprecedented economic boom has benefited its airports which are now undergoing a radical overhaul, says Bharati Motwani — full story »

Trackside Hotels: Views And More

A number of luxury hotels in the cities hosting Formula 1 offer stunning track views on race days, with a comfy bed included. Jarrel Tan reports. — full story »

Destinations

Bicol Rediscovered

In an archipelago brimming with nature, culture and history, Bicol has found a way to catch attention as a unique Philippine destination, Gigi Onag discovers — full story »

Make It Shanghai

The city is emerging from a major renewal campaign right on time for Expo 2010’s opening, Brent Hannon reports — full story »

Love is...

With endless leisure possibilities, every day can be Valentine’s Day. Julian Tan suggests ways for you and your Significant Other to plan that intimate escape — full story »

San Francisco: The West Coast Way

The Californian city’s laid-back vibe is reflected in how it does business, says Jenny Southan — full story »

Qingdao

Veronica Ann Lee provides an insider guide to the trading port of Qingdao in China’s Shandong province, which is known for its scenery and the beer — full story »

Lifestyle