Mikimoto’s Yasuhiko Hashimoto talks to us about the new Marina Bay Sands boutique, personal style, and the jewellery he is most obsessed with Yasuhiko Hashimoto, Mikimoto’s Director & Executive Vice President of the Sales Division, is someone that immediately exudes confidence and effortless style. The soft-spoken gentleman was recently…
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ALL ABOARD THE TIGER EXPRESS
Eastern & Oriental Express and Save Wild Tigers shine the spotlight on the wild tiger’s plight Fact: There are as few as 3,800 tigers left in the wild and time is running out to save this species from extinction. The majestic animal is often hunted for its skin, bones, and…
REMEMBERING AN ICON
Retelling the story of the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur and a bygone era through a collaboration between YTL Hotels and Singapore jewellery brand Choo Yilin 1932 was no doubt a historical year. It was the year the Sydney Harbor Bridge first opened. It was when Amelia Earhart became the first…
THE PATH TO HAPPINESS AND PEACE
Aman puts together a specially created wellness retreat at four of its most serene retreats in Indochina to help you rest and reset The concept of peace and contentment has unfortunately become fleeting for most, given our constant state of busyness. Juggling a career, social life, and relationships, all while…
LA VIE EN ROSE
An exploration of the multi-faceted rose in perfumery There is perhaps no flower or ingredient in perfumery that is more important than the rose. In some scents, it is the key centrepiece in the heart – the essence of feminity. In others, it is the fragrance’s invisible aura. I recall…
LANGKAWI: PARADISE LOST AND FOUND
Four Seasons hospitality coupled with nature’s wonders results in a true five-star experience As far as tropical destinations are concerned, most travelers end up in tried and tested locations for a variety of reasons. Perhaps they look for the serene seclusion offered by Maldivian resorts; the familiarity and mysticism that…
IN FULL BLOOM
In the pursuit for beauty and elegance, Saskia Havekes of Grandiflora turns to one of nature’s most beautiful gifts – flowers A small corner of Culina at COMO Dempsey overflows with colourful blooms and sumptuous green foliage, bringing a slice of the tropical outdoors in. Welcome to the Singapore outpost…
A KL RENAISSANCE: FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
A new breed of luxury properties have recently opened in the Malaysian capital, boasting unbeatable locations, discreet yet personable service, and a slew of indulgences that caters to discerning travelers The Petronas Towers has become an iconic symbol of Kuala Lumpur, which sees tourists and locals alike craning their necks,…
THE GEM OF THAI CUISINE, UNEARTHED
On 27 June 2019, two of Southeast Asia’s most popular chefs, Chef Malcolm Lee of Candlenut at COMO Dempsey and Chef Pim Techamuanvivit of nahm at COMO Metropolitan Bangkok, will be coming together for a ‘one evening-only’ culinary collaboration to celebrate the distinct flavours of Peranakan and Thai cuisine. Before…
GRAND DAME IN A SMALL CITY
It’s been a long time coming and finally, the Kempinski brand has found the perfect home in Singapore. Here’s what visitors can expect. My first encounter with a Kempinski property was on a holiday in Bangkok. I was taken aback by the scale of the Siam Kempinski Hotel and how…