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Life in a Fujian tulou

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Tableaus of Asian life

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Best of the Top End

50 一碗河粉的传奇 被誉为“河内之汤”的越南河 粉，以清、甜、香的独特风味 俘虏世界，渗透灵魂

SO PHO, SO GOOD Slurp up a hearty bowl of Vietnam’s favourite noodles

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36 WAY OF THE SHAN Ancient skills of Myanmar’s largest indigenous tribe

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Fazal Bahardeen, HalalTrip 14 WHAT’S ON

Things to do this month 16 2 PERFECT DAYS IN LOMBOK Catch Bau Nyale, visit a secret Gili, and enjoy waterfall walks 18 FOOD SNAPSHOT

Dok fak thong tod 20 TRAVEL TIPS Travelling with a wheelchairbound child 52 热门精选 牵起精致的行李箱，到尼泊尔野 生动物园和马来西亚砂拉越探 险吧！

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Traditionally a nomadic group, the Bajau people now live in houses perched on stilts on the Celebes Sea in Sabah, Malaysia. It is said that children from this seadwelling community learn how to swim before they can walk. As the water dictates their day-to-day activities, kids here have to wait for low tide to play on the coast.

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hen a resort is part of the world-famous Dream brand from New York, you know it isn’t going to be just another garden-variety stay.

Located on Layan Beach, Dream Beach is the jewel of Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa – a sprawling 2,000sqft multi-level beach club that marries Miami cool with New York flash, while offering partygoers a clubbing experience few other clubs in the region can

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rival. For starters, it is one of the select few in Asia to be kitted out with a Void Acoustics speaker system – the brand of choice for top clubs around the world such as Eden Ibiza, DC-10 and Ocean Beach. Thanks to tie-ups with international music names such as Hed Kandi and the Ministry of Sound, the world’s hottest DJs will

also be making frequent guest appearances at its deck.

That said, what’s a visit to Phuket without catching some rays? The award-winning Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa offers sun worshippers a range of options, from its pool suites to Vu, a rooftop bar with a lavish lap pool, and direct access to Layan Beach via the beach club.

Fancy a complimentary stay at the resort? All you need to do is order the club’s Dream Beach wagyu burger, which comes with a gold leaf-encrusted bun, black truffle cream, foie gras and a whole lot of other fixings. Its THB30,000 (about USD846) price tag entitles you to a night’s stay for two in a Sky Suite as well as a bottle of Dom Pérignon. dreambeachclub.com

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From the world’s first hard-case suitcase to the first one made of natural fibre composite, French luggage maker DELSEY has been the brand behind some of the most enduring innovations in the

travel accessories industry. Now celebrating its 70th anniversary, it has an exclusive offer for all SilkAir customers: a 30 per cent discount on all regular priced items and/or a 10 per cent discount on all promotional items from now till 31 December 2016.

To enjoy this promotion, just present your boarding pass or flight confirmation letter during purchase. You’ll also receive a free gift when you spend a minimum of SGD250. This promotion is valid only at the DELSEY Paris Flagship Store at Suntec City Mall #02403/404. delsey.com

Cheerful and chic, the Luna Play is a gadget for jetsetters looking to maintain their skincare routine on the road. This pocket-sized rechargeable silicone device is designed to exfoliate and cleanse your skin more effectively than just using your hands, and is also more hygienic than the average face brush. Its reverse side also helps keep wrinkles at bay, thanks to low-frequency pulsations. Bonus: It comes already charged and can be used up to 100 times before requiring a power-up. foreo.com

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” At KidZania Singapore – the 23rd and newest city that’s part of the award-winning KidZania global family edutainment brand – kids aged 4 to 14 get to put their aspirations to the test by role-playing real-world occupations such as being a crime scene investigator, documentary producer, and even a pilot. They also earn a “salary”, which they can then spend on goods and skills training, or save in a personal savings account. kidzania.com.sg

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SIDETRACK / HOT PICKS What do you think of when someone mentions holidays in Nepal? The Himalayas? Mountain climbing? You can now add wildlife safari to that list.

The first luxury lodge of its kind outside India, Meghauli Serai is located on the banks of the Rapti River in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chitwan National Park, home to the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, elephants and the

TRAVEL MADE EASIER

While there’s no shortage of online travel aggregators, platforms that serve Muslim travellers are few and far between, despite the growing market for this demographic. Where do you go to compare information on halal restaurants or prayer facilities?

Enter Malaysian online agency Tripfez, which aims to make life for the Muslim traveller easier by letting them compare and book hotels and tour packages specific to their needs.

At present, there are more than 200,000 properties on its website, a tenth of which have been rated under the Salam Standard, Tripfez’s own rating system for Muslim-friendly amenities and services. tripfez.com

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Bengal tiger, as well as more than 500 native bird species.

Luxury amenities are a given at this Taj Safari property, which boasts panoramic views of the Himalayas and Terai grasslands.

Guests have the option of choosing their own adventure, from cruising the jungle in an open 4x4 safari vehicle to getting up close with gharials on a canoeing excursion. taj.tajhotels.com

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Local and visiting baking enthusiasts looking to up your game, rejoice: Kiwi master baker Dean Brettschneider has added a baking and cooking school to his growing Baker & Cook empire in Singapore.

Called Brettschneider’s Baking & Cooking School, it is located in the residential suburb of Bukit Timah and offers

Isn’t it annoying to get home from a trip to the beach to find that there’s still sand on your belongings?

As unpleasant as it is for you, it is also detrimental to the environment.

For starters, less sand means that there’s less beach for everyone to enjoy. Filipino startup Lagu is doing its part to stop this unintentional depletion

a wide selection of hands-on classes, from sourdough bread baking to Singaporean cuisine, taught by himself and guest chefs like InterContinental Hotel’s Executive Chef Eric Neo. The venue is also available for events such as team-building activities and children’s parties. bakingandcookingschool.com

with its line of sand-repellent beach blankets and bags, which come with strategically placed pockets and compartments to protect your personal items from becoming sandy. These are available online, at retailers in Cebu and Davao, and resorts such as Shangri-La’s Boracay Resort & Spa. lifeonthesands.com

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Uluru Alice Springs *Map not to scale.

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The Northern Territory is a place unlike any other and offers some incredible self-drive experiences. You can easily reach Litchfield, Kakadu and Katherine in just a few hours from Darwin. In the Top End you’ll experience a beautiful tropical climate, landscapes dotted with rainforest, gorges, waterfalls and waterholes, water-based adventure, Aboriginal culture and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle.

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Katherine Gorge, Nitmiluk National Park

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technology to allow consumers to book flights, hotels and holiday packages. Our app lets users calculate prayer times and directions instantly while they are flying. It also has travel resources like city and airport guides (for cities such as Chiang Mai; pictured left), and travel etiquette for Muslims. We’ve also added a social feature for users to share pictures of halal food outlets they visited on their trips.

How have Muslim travellers evolved?

Like all travellers, they have become more sophisticated.

Besides halal food and prayer facilities, they are interested in the culture, history and heritage of the destinations they visit, and they are keen on authentic experiences. For example, they not only want halal food but halal local cuisine.

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ention “Muslim travel” and religious pilgrimages usually come to mind.

But a growing number of Muslim holidaymakers travelling the globe these days are changing that perception. And HalalTrip, helmed by Fazal Bahardeen, is happy to help them along.

Launched in 2013, the company bills itself as one of the world’s leading online travel specialists catering to the needs of Muslim travellers. Through its web portal and mobile app, HalalTrip makes trip planning more convenient, fun and intuitive for those looking for a halal-friendly experience.

What are some of HalalTrip’s unique features?

We use the latest online

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What are the top destinations for Muslim travellers?

The GMTI 2016 scored 130 destinations, including OIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation) and non-OIC countries. Within OIC countries, Malaysia topped the list for the second consecutive year, followed by the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Indonesia and Qatar. Outside the OIC countries, Singapore scored the highest rating, followed by Thailand, the UK, South Africa and Hong Kong.

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Fazal Bahardeen, CEO of HalalTrip, offers insights into the rapidly growing Muslim travel industry

How important is the Muslim travel market?

According to the MasterCardCrescentRating Global Muslim Travel Index (GMTI) 2016, there are 117 million Muslim visitor arrivals, or 10 per cent of the entire travel economy, last year.

This number is expected to grow to 168 million travellers by 2020 with a projected spend of over USD200 billion.

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16-19 JUNE BEERFEST ASIA Oktoberfest might be a few months away but there’s no reason you can’t get your beer party on now. Returning to the Marina Promenade, this year’s event offers more than 500 beers, and an eclectic range of whiskies and spirits; a top-class entertainment lineup; and lip-smacking gourmet bites. beerfestasia.com DARWIN

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17-18 JUNE UNDER SIEGE: THE FULL STORY OF FAREWELL MY CONCUBINE Meshing classical Chinese music with Beijing opera and Chinese kung fu, Under Siege: The Full Story of Farewell My Concubine is acclaimed dancer Yang Liping’s first show as a director. Inspired in part by the historical battle between the Chu and Han kingdoms, this visually stimulating dance opera also explores the themes of desire and fear in modern society. gochengdu.cn

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GAWAI DAYAK More than just a rice harvest festival, Gawai Dayak is also a celebration of the indigenous people who call Sarawak home. Visit longhouses that are open to the public that day, and learn about the Dayak culture. If you’re lucky, you can even sample treats such as tuak (traditional rice liquor) and ayam pansuh (chicken cooked in bamboo). sarawaktourism.com

PENANG DURIAN FESTIVAL Ever wondered why durian connoisseurs hold the fruit in such high regard? The answer can be found at the orchards of Balik Pulau. Forget the so-called ‘designer’ varieties such as D24 and mao shan wang and opt for local cultivars like the ang heh (“red prawn” in Hokkien) and chee (black thorn) for their unique flavours. visitpenang.gov.my

BALI ARTS FESTIVAL Leave your mai tai behind and head to the Taman Werdhi Budaya Arts Centre in Denpasar for a crash course in traditional Balinese dance, music and crafts.

You’ll find more than 300 performances and activities running the gamut from dance and shadow puppetry to culinary samplings. Notto-be missed highlights include gamelan gong kebyar jam sessions at the amphitheatre and traditional ballet known as sendratari. bali-indonesia.com

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25 JUNE-1 JULY CAIRNS TO KARUMBA BIKE RIDE The fact that this “Bucket List Ride of a Lifetime” has been around for 14 years means it’s doing something right. Participants can either tackle a 780km road trail or take on the tracks, rivers and creeks of the Outback.

Besides having glutes of steel after this adventure, you’ll be helping to raise funds for underprivileged bush kids. ridefnq.com

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DARWIN TRIPLE CROWN Will someone finally make history by winning all three races to claim the Triple Crown? It’s anybody’s guess but whatever the outcome, you can be sure this is going to be a high-octane weekend.

Besides the fast and furious V8 supercars, also watch out for Hot Wheels Stuntz Inc’s jump truck demonstration. v8sdarwin.com.au

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Expect horse-racing, live bands, shadow-puppet plays, traditional drama, boat races and a massive costume parade, all culminating in a mad rush into the sea at dawn.

The inspiration for all this? The arrival of the sea worms that live in corals and float to the surface to breed just once a year. In local Sasak culture, these creatures are actually the reincarnation of a sacred princess.

From sweeping beaches to lush islands and stunning waterfalls, the natural beauty of Bali’s neighbour makes it a must-visit WORDS THEODORA SUTCLIFFE

SEA WORM SPECTACLE Each February, traditional elders and wise men meet to set the date for the Bau Nyale festival, a three-day extravaganza in Kuta.

LUNCH ON THE BEACH Lombok’s south coast is a series of beautiful bays and beaches, which includes the white halfmoon Selong Belanak beach.

The Laut Biru restaurant, right on the beach, is cool, shady and eminently stylish. Seafood is good here, while the Balinese sparkling wine is well-priced and thoroughly quaffable.

TAKE A COOKING COURSE Right by the harbour on Gili Air, Gili Cooking Classes offer the Super Six, which covers Indonesian classics from the toothsome dessert kelepon – a pandan-flavoured ball filled with palm syrup and coated in coconut – to Lombok’s signature dish, the spicy ayam taliwang (grilled chicken coated with chilli sauce).

SilkAir flies four times weekly between Singapore and Lombok

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cross the strait from Bali, and dominated by the sacred Mount Rinjani, lesspopulated Lombok is an island of contrasts. The Gilis off the northwest coast offer sybaritic luxury, while surfers flock to the beaches in the south. Yet on the slopes of Rinjani and in central Lombok, life continues like it has for centuries: horse carts still ferry shoppers to the market, while farmers tend their fields.

SECRET GILIS The northern Gilis – Trawangan, Air and Meno – get all the press.

Yet the southern Gilis have a lessdeveloped charm that’s all their own, and Gili Gede Indah makes a splendid place to appreciate traditional island life. Get a boat from the hamlet of Tembowong, then explore the island’s tiny villages, linked by a network of winding paths. Boatmen can arrange snorkelling trips to stunning Gili Layar nearby.

WATERFALL WALKS The refreshingly cold waters that pour down from the summit of Rinjani make for spectacular falls. Two of the best, an easy walk from Senaru, are Sindang Gila and Tiu Kelep. Sindang Gila takes just 15 minutes to reach on foot via a wellmade path; towering, jungleclad Tiu Kelep is a longer and much more beautiful walk.

Locals claim both waterfalls have rejuvenating powers.

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In Thailand, pumpkin flowers are not just decorative elements on a plate WORDS & PHOTO IRA DE REUVER

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umpkin figures prominently in a variety of dishes in Thai cuisine. Nuggets of this Vitamin A-rich vegetable are typically found in yellow or red curry, or simmered in coconut milk and eaten as dessert. Beyond

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its flesh, the plant’s appealing bright yellow flowers also make for a delicious, savoury dish.

Called dok fak thong, pumpkin flowers are seasonally available in wet markets across Thailand.

Farmers typically harvest the plant before dawn when they fully unfurl. Only male blooms, which do not have pistils and grow on long stalks, are harvested as the female blooms are left to grow into vegetables.

Thai home cooks usually make dok fak thong tod, or fried pumpkin flowers with minced prawns. To prepare this dish, the flowers are carefully washed and dried, and their stems and stamen are removed. The flowers are then filled with a mixture of finely minced prawn and chopped garlic, seasoned with some fish sauce and palm sugar. The petals are then folded at the tip and coated in batter, similar to making

tempura. They are deep-fried until golden brown and served with a dip of soy sauce, vinegar and sliced scallion.

Try it at: Pun Pun Restaurant, Wat Suan Dok, Chiang Mai, Thailand

VIETNAM’S VERSION Bong di don thit, Vietnam’s answer to dok fak thong tod, is also made with prawn and garlic; the only difference is the addition of dill – a testament to the French culinary influence in the country. In Danang, Waterfront Bar & Restaurant (150 Bach Dang Street) serves this as one of its appetisers.

In other parts of the country, the edible golden flowers are found in hot pot as an ingredient cooked along with fish balls, shrimp, beef and greens, or quickly dipped into the broth and eaten immediately.

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A trip with a physically disabled child comes with challenges, but with proper planning and by anticipating your child’s needs, you can enjoy a hassle-free vacation WORDS AIMEE CHAN

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l Identify hotels with dedicated

wheelchair-friendly rooms. You can easily find out online or shortlist three or four you like, call ahead to inform them of your needs and ask what they can do to assist. Hotels that are responsive and eager to please are a good bet – if they are reluctant to help you over the phone, they aren’t going to be very helpful when you actually

arrive. Think about having space around the bed, in the bathroom and also accessibility via the elevator or from the ground floor.

Hotels close to where you want to sightsee are always worthwhile, as this will prevent additional transport issues. l Hire a taxi or a private driver

with an appropriate vehicle specially allocated to you for your

l Be realistic about what kind

of experiences you are going to have. For instance, while you might be able to explore some of the larger and more famous temples in Siem Reap or Yogyakarta, lack of disability access might mean you will not see the smaller and more remote ones. If you want to go off the beaten track, be prepared to carry your child and leave his wheelchair somewhere safe.

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stay. It’s the easiest way to get around in a foreign country. That way your driver will get to know your needs and can keep relevant items in the car for you (such as car seats for kids or even food and change of clothes). Call the hotel to ask for their assistance in organising this before you leave home so you can start using their services immediately at the airport.

l Have someone push or walk

behind your child when you’re out in the streets. Even if your child can mobilise himself in his wheelchair, having someone next to him helps make him more visible to vehicular traffic. You could also consider bringing along a flag on a long thin pole that you can attach to the back of the wheelchair to also draw attention and help create a safe zone around you and your child.

l Do your research on travel

insurance. Know if your insurance provider covers people with disabilities. Also invest in travel insurance for your child’s wheelchair in case of damage.

l Be prepared to be the centre

of attention. Disabilities are not always openly acknowledged in some Asian societies, so your child’s wheelchair will attract a lot of interest wherever you go. If you have older kids, talk to them about this and practise some ways they can respond when strangers express curiosity and interest.

Aimee Chan is the founder of suitcasesandstrollers.com, a family travel website

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companion, caregiver or even just a local nanny for the duration of your stay. In developing countries, you will often find that footpaths are broken, uneven or nonexistent, and having someone to watch for hazards or an extra pair of hands to carry bags will be a huge asset.

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Fleeing their enemies centuries ago, the peaceful Hakka people built homes that were an oddity in China’s Fujian province. Yet over centuries, their unusual settlement not only sustained a culture, but protected generations WORDS SALLY HAMMOND

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There are five in the cluster – square and circular with blacktiled overhanging roofs, and blank ochre-yellow walls several storeys high. Perhaps (if I squint really hard) they do resemble my guide’s metaphor of a giant table setting.

But these buildings don’t look like homes either. Little wonder they almost sparked an international incident.

MISTAKEN IDENTITY Towards the end of the Cold War, over 30 years ago, our guide explains, China remained much of a mystery to the West. When pictures transmitted by a US surveillance satellite during the Reagan administration showed dozens of weird doughnut-shaped buildings sprinkled throughout these remote valleys of southeast 24 | SILKWINDS

China, the worst was feared.

Their sinister appearance caused already jumpy US intelligence officers to switch to high alert.

A group nuclear missile base was their first thought; however, fortunately, before any preemptive action was taken, spies were enlisted to take donkeys and trek in to check out the situation.

This was extremely lucky. The peaceful villagers who met their unexpected visitors with surprised smiles and offers of tea and dried persimmons were totally oblivious to what a close call they’d had.

Our group gets a similar reception, although we have taken just four hours on a comfortable air-conditioned coach along the smooth new highway to reach it, travelling west to Yongding from Xiamen, an island-city at the

mouth of the Nine Dragon River.

These days the Hakka people of Fujian province expect visitors, especially since 2008 when the area, with its 3,000 Fujian tulou, was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

FORM AND FUNCTION The tulou were constructed between the 13th and 20th centuries. Due to wars and drought, and to flee the Jin attackers, people from central China trekked further south, looking for the ideal spot to re-establish their communities.

After many decades, some settled in these fertile valleys at an altitude of 800m. The cool climate here is ideal for growing the foods they had known and loved: cabbages and persimmons, tea and turnips.

The original houses were built using the only available materials – the local red mud reinforced with strips of bamboo, sand and stone, and bound together, improbably, with egg white, glutinous rice and brown sugar.

This unorthodox mix is said to coagulate better than concrete, and they built the rammed earth walls “as thick as a banquet table” our guide adds, proudly.

Opening spread: Looking like an alien entity from above, the tulou nearly caused an international incident when US intelligence stumbled on it Facing page, from top: A curving corridor of homes; a woman strings vegetables to dry

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“Four plates and a soup pot!” says our guide, laughing. He’s expecting our surprise, and is not disappointed.

In the hot late-morning sunshine, miles from anywhere, I rub my eyes as we look down from the ridge where the coach has parked. Deep in the valley below, surely, these are the strangest houses I have ever seen.

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COMMUNAL HEART To enter a tulou is to step back many centuries. Built four or five storeys high, they resemble squat mushrooms with thick stems.

Inside, timber balconies were added to overlook the courtyard and activities below, and the ringshape allows light and air to enter from above.

These clan houses are villages in themselves, accommodating up to 700 people. Centuries on, safety is still paramount, and we enter one through its heavy single door, the community’s first defence which is securely locked at night. For the same reason the ground floor has no external windows.

Inside, we are instantly absorbed by the life of the tulou.

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Yellow ducklings scratch on the clay floor of the courtyard; a woman sits silently sorting tea leaves, while toddlers stagger forward shyly, as curious about us as we are of their unique lifestyle.

At the centre of the courtyard stands a shrine or temple where ancestors are still worshipped and which now doubles as a community hall and school.

There is a well for water, and the first floor houses a granary and staples to withstand a long siege if necessary.

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The tulou of Yuchanglou is sometimes known as the zigzag tulou.

Constructed in 1308, the builders cut the upright timbers to the incorrect length.

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Bottom, from left: Ducklings wander around Tianluokeng tulou; aman tends to his grandchild Facing page, from top: Daily life and chores have their place outdoors in Hekeng village; Tianluokeng village is cradled by verdant valleys

green tea into my hands, and another lifts a bottle of strong rice wine spirit filled with the most enormous bumblebees I have ever seen. “Drink it,“ our guide coaxes, “good for the knees!”

TEXTURED FEAST Hakka food is distinctive in its emphasis on texture – braised, roast and stewed meats take centrestage, along with preserved meats.

We taste the same flavours in a small room near the tulou.

Plates of eggplant and red hot chillies, rich pork belly bathed in turnip broth, sweet potato chips dusted with sugar, and cold poached duck have been prepared for us, and the generous menu continues until we can eat no more. Outside, the ingredients, the season’s harvest – chillies, corn, mushrooms and persimmons – are drying on concrete slabs, with whole heads of cabbage hanging on a fence.

Someone speaks swiftly to our guide. He translates for us. “See that old lady there?” He means the very old woman crouched on a stool watching us, smiling, her lined face telling the story of a long life and much work. “She is 90!” Smiling, we shake her hand, and she wordlessly holds mine fast for a moment.

I’ll admit it, we came out of curiosity to see strange houses.

What we discovered instead is that rather than being weapons of mass destruction, these homes proffer, more accurately, lessons in peaceful commune.

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW There are dozens of tulou houses, the more elaborate dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. There are some homestays and a few local restaurants, but the area is not highly developed, so be prepared to live and eat simply while visiting.

Best time to go: The Lunar New Year, which falls in January or February, is important in Chinese culture, and especially in the tulou. Also, the warmer season from April to October.

Daily life in a tulou has not changed for centuries. Everyone has a task: cooks, tea-pickers and sorters, and those who dry produce from the communal lands on the concrete slabs outside in the hot sunshine. Mothers tend to little ones dressed in sensible Chinese baby-wear: no nappies, just pants with an open back.

Some tulou have individual staircases to each ‘home’ but in the Tianluokeng complex we visit, not far from the waterside village of Taxia, there are only two staircases – one on each side of the courtyard – which lead to the sheltered gallery outside the families’ front doors. The top floor is for the older folks, and I don’t envy them climbing those flights of steep and shaky wooden stairs.

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THE GREAT FRONTIER

DANCING TO ITS OWN UNIQUE SUN-BAKED TERRITORIAN BEAT, DARWIN AND THE NORTHERN TERRITORY ARE LIKE NO OTHER PART OF AUSTRALIA WORDS FIONA HARPER

8 TOP ADVENTURES CROC HUNT Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the classic Crocodile Dundee films by following Mick ‘Crocodile’ Dundee’s famous footsteps.

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attractions highlighted in the films such as Gunlom Falls and the outback’s beautiful billabongs. kakadutourism.com GO INDIGENOUS Limited to just 250 visitors each year, the four-day art, culture and historical Arnhem Land and Cobourg Peninsula adventure based at far-flung Cobourg Coastal Camp is a must-book. The tour covers ancient rock art littleseen by non-indigenous eyes. venturenorth.com.au CRUISE UNDER THE STARS Join The Algohgarrng Experience tour and cruise the Yellow Water Billabong with an indigenous guide who shares Dreamtime interpretations of the Milky Way. The 90-minute cruise explores Kakadu’s unique landscape within the solar system and its connection to Aboriginal spiritual and cultural beliefs. kakadutourism.com ABORIGINAL CELEBRATION The inspiration behind Yothu Yindi’s global hit song “Treaty”,

Barunga is the home of one of Australia’s most significant community festivals. Held on 10-12 June east of Katherine, it offers a rare chance to visit a remote community and experience culture, dance, art, sport and community. barungafestival.com.au

The Top End is a mecca of wildlife, incredible landscapes and unique Indigenous rituals

WETLANDS SAFARI Zip on an airboat through the Mary River. It may be Australia’s densest saltwater crocodile habitat, but besides crocs everywhere, you’ll also spot buffalo and wondrous birdlife in this stunning, lush wetlands. tourismtopend.com.au UNIQUE ISLANDERS About 80km north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands are renowned for being culturally and linguistically distinct from Arnhem Land Aborigines. Most islanders have a passion for football, fishing or fabrics, if not all three. Some like Tiwi Designs and the Rioli football family are household names. Join a multi-day tour from Darwin to see where famous footballers

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or starters, the Territory is home to Australia’s largest national park (Kakadu), while the Finke River is said to be the world’s oldest river, dating back a mere 340 million years. Indigenous Territorians themselves have lived off the land for 40-odd thousand years. More recently, Darwin is the hometown of popular Australian R&B singersongwriter Jessica Mauboy.

Take the time to get into the heart of the Territory and allow its wide-open spaces, starry night skies and down-to-earth people work their magic. Here’s our pick of some of the region’s top eats, adventures and secret finds.

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Clockwise from top: Cool off in a watering hole, learn about Aboriginal culture through ancient wall art, see nesting turtles and enjoy the raw, rugged outback

learnt their barefoot skills or pick up hand-dyed fabrics favoured by Whoopie Goldberg and Olivia Newton-John. sealinknt.com.au/tiwi-islands BIG GAME FISHING Cast a line in the Cobourg Peninsula’s Garig Gunak Barlu National Park for some of the best sports fishing in Australia; think barramundi, mangrove jack and Spanish mackerel. Take a break from fishing for a history lesson on European settlers at Port Essington’s Victoria Settlement or at historic Cape Don lighthouse. venturenorth.com.au TREK THE OUTBACK Hike through Kakadu across an ancient landscape with 40,000 years of Aboriginal history.

Cool off in waterholes, dine under the stars beside a camp fire before falling asleep to the sounds of the bush in semipermanent wilderness camps. worldexpeditions.com

8 SECRET FINDS EXPLORE A GHOST TOWN The ruins of 24 houses and a hospital are testimony to the ambitions of a colonial British government, which established Victoria Settlement in remote, hostile northern Australia during the 1830s. Approximately 570km northeast of Darwin, the settlement is accessed by 4WD only during the dry season (May October). travelnt.com 32 | SILKWINDS

SECRET WOMEN’S BUSINESS With a history dating back thousands of years, the dilly bag – a traditional Australian Aboriginal bag – is a powerful and important symbol to the women of Arnhem Land. Learn about the cultural significance of dilly bags, kinship, and Yolngu philosophy with Yolngu women in the country – sorry fellas, it’s for females only. lirrwitourism. com.au/womens-tours BANUBANU RETREAT A secluded island off the Gove coast in east Arnhem Land, Banubanu is powered by the sun and wind. It’s about as remote as you can get – exactly the attraction for jaded city folk needing to recharge their souls and connect with nature. Expect long expanses of beach, while sports fishermen can target marlin, sailfish and Spanish mackerel. banubanu.com TURTLE NESTING Six out of seven marine turtle species inhabit Northern Territory waters. Witness the wonder of nesting females coming ashore to lay their eggs at Dundee Beach, 120km southwest of Darwin. travelnt.com ARNHEM LAND SAFARIS Davidsons Arnhem Land Safaris brings curious travellers into the last corner of ancient Australia.

Stay in cabins right in the middle of pristine bush setting, go birdwatching in the wetlands, see rock art sites, and take a sunset trip to the floodplains. arnhemland-safaris.com

GOOD BUYS For some unique NT finds, head to Darwin’s first cinema – now converted into Star Village arcade in Smith Street Mall – where you’ll find quirky boutiques like Vintage Twist and Embella Jewellery, and Pure Indulgence for homemade chocolate.

TAKE HOME A TERRITORY ONE-OFF Raw Cloth is a little gem hidden away in Darwin’s northern suburb of Nightcliff. Passionate textile collectors and mother and daughter duo, Rhonda Dunne and Jo Dunne-Politis along with partner Kerrie Horgan, source 100 per cent cotton or raw silk from Finland, the Tiwis and across the Territory, even old kimonos and Indonesian batiks. These fabrics are crafted into bright and beautiful clothing that scream “one of a kind” for men, women and children. Shop 3, 60 Aralia Street; +61 8 8985 2305 SILKAIR.COM | 33

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COOL DOWN, GET WET In a parched landscape dominated by red dirt and choking dust, nothing’s more refreshing than a dip in the crystal clear waters of Katherine thermal hot springs fed by the Katherine River on the edge of town. visitkatherine.com.au Further afield, like many of the Territory’s secret watering holes, you’ll need a 4WD to access Tjaynera Falls. The upside is you’ll probably have this little plunge pool all to yourself. parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au

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Facing page, clockwise from top left: Soak in the Mediterranean vibe and drinks at Moorish Cafe; Char’s inviting heritage home setting; grills at Ducks Nuts. Right: Yots Greek Taverna’s succulent octopus

8 GREAT EATS PEE WEE’S AT THE POINT Having picked up gongs at the 2015 Gold Plate Awards and the Australian Good Food & Travel Guide 2016 Readers Choice awards, Pee Wee’s is a winning combination of waterfront location and a cutting-edge menu.

Try an entree of coconut-crusted crocodile tail cheekily described as “wild caught, wrestled by chef on the beach in front of Pee Wee’s”. peewees.com.au

DUCKS NUTS; MOORISH CAFE; YOTS GREEK TAVERNA; CHAR RESTAURANT

DINAH BEACH CRUISING YACHT ASSOCIATION (DBCYA) The DBCYA clubhouse debunks any notion of yachting being an exclusive pastime of the rich.

Friendly and modest, the food is as honest and authentic as the yachties that prop up the bar each night. Try grilled barramundi for a bargain price at AUD18. dbcya.com.au DUCKS NUTS This place is a hit with locals who pre-order their morning coffee via the Ducks Nuts smartphone app. If you’re in town on a Tuesday, you’re in luck. It’s AUD15 Schnitzel Night with nine toppings influenced by flavours around the world. They’ll even throw in a free beer or wine. ducksnuts.com.au ROAD KILL CAFE “You kill it, we grill it” is the motto of this cafe at Darwin’s Mindil Beach Sunset Markets. Sounding more gruesome than it actually is, this place is strictly for meat lovers though. Try the crocodile satay, and if you’re game, camel,

buffalo, possum and wallaby satay along with similarly themed sausages.

CHAR RESTAURANT Housed in heritage-listed Admiralty House on the Darwin Esplanade, Char offers great steaks and wicked desserts like chocolate indulgence with orange reduction, caramel sauce and blood orange sorbet. Add a chocolate martini for a complete chocolate fix. chardarwin.com.au MOORISH CAFE A tried-and-true winner for 14 years and Darwin’s first tapas restaurant, Moorish channels Mediterranean influence with Spanish and north African flavours. Grab a friend and share spiced lamb strips with chimichurri, duck shanks with saffron caramelised onions or NT jewfish in coconut and lime. moorishcafe.com.au

YOTS GREEK TAVERNA Darwin’s warm climate goes well with Mediterranean-style cuisine, even more so when it comes with a dockside location overlooking bobbing yachts. Be tempted by traditional house-made lamb yiros served with warm pita bread, salad and tzatziki accompanied by a robust Barossa Valley shiraz. yots.com.au HUMPTY DOO HOTEL Humpty Doo Hotel is worth a visit purely for bragging rights and the obligatory souvenir t-shirt. If you’re looking for good pub grub (think steak and chips or hearty steak burgers with lashings of The tulou of caramelised onions) washed down Yuchanglou is with a cold beer in sometimes a pub full of known raw Aussie characters, as the you’ll zigzagfind tulou. in 1308, it here along theConstructed Arnhem Highway the builders cut the an hour south of Darwin.

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WAY OF THE SHAN

The Shan people are the largest minority group in Myanmar, with some of the most fascinating culture of any of the country’s indigenous tribes, including a unique artisanal culture passed down for generations WORDS SHELLEY SEALE

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aving lived in the foothills of the Shan plateau in Myanmar for over 1,000 years after migrating from southwest China, most Shan have retained their traditional ways through the centuries. Here are some Shan crafts and skills to see or even try your hand at.

LOTUS SILK Myanmar is the only place in the world where silk is woven from an unusual source: lotus flowers. The tradition of weaving lotus silk began as a way to create monk’s robes, using the most sacred flower regarded in the Buddhist world. As such, the lotus silk reflects the noblest offering that can be made to Buddha, and the weavers believe that wearing something made

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from the plant helps absorb negative aura and bring good luck.

The sticky fibres inside the stem of the padonma kyar lotus are first pulled out by hand.

Once the fibers are twisted into threads and spun around a spindle, they are washed and then left in their natural cream hue, or dyed with natural colours from fruits, tree leaves or bark, and flower petals to create vibrant yarns. Once ready for weaving, the yarn is loaded onto large traditional handlooms and turned into shawls, clothing and bags.

A small scarf can take one to two days to make; for a full set of monk’s robes, it can take up to 60 weavers 10 days to complete – and requires as many as 220,000 lotus stems to produce enough thread.

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Opening spread: A Shan lotus silk weaver at work Facing page, from top left: Stone marble carvings; apprentices take a year to learn the craft; deft fingers at the handloom This page, from top: Umbrellas in a riot of colours created from fine handmade paper; a blacksmith shaping metal into assorted implements

Check out: Demonstrations and regular weaving work can be seen at Ko Than Hlaing Silk & Lotus Weaving Workshop in Inle Lake. silkandlotusweaving.blogspot.com STONE CARVING Another craft that draws heavily on Buddhist tradition, stone carving is a source of great pride and honour for the Shan people. Workshops can be found throughout the country, but the highest concentration is in Mandalay, where Sagyin Hill lies. This small mountain range of seven hills contains marble that varies in hue from pure white to bluish-grey, and from which most Shan stone carving is created.

Two-thirds of the families in this area make a living from creating these marble statues, with the craft usually passed from parent to children, and involving the entire family. The men hammer and then finely chisel the details into the stone, while the women polish the finished product. The renowned nine-metre tall marble Buddha at the Kyauk Taw Gyi pagoda in Mandalay, one of the largest in the nation, was carved in Sagyin.

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Check out: Many workshops line Kyauk Sit Tan, Mandalay’s famous “stone-carving road”, where you can watch the carving in action.

BLACKSMITHING The art of blacksmithing is both a craft and a practical necessity, having emerged during 11th-century

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Bagan as a means to create weapons and armour as well as agricultural and household implements. Many of the smokefilled smithy shops dot the cities and hills of the Shan areas, often beneath the home of the artisan.

The necessary fire never goes out, as the blacksmith moves between it and the working bench.

Assistants (often their children) pump dusty antique bellows to stoke the fire, as the blacksmiths pound glowing, white-hot metal into the desired shapes of knives, hammers, bells, buckles and bangles. Today, these blacksmith products are used mainly for household and agricultural needs; as well as for ornamental

purposes, such as ceremonial swords used in weddings.

Check out: The blacksmith workshop located in Se-khong village in Inle Lake. You may also purchase finished products here.

MARIONETTES Burmese puppetry, called yoke thé, might have died out completely were it not for the Mandalay Marionettes Theatre, which prompted a surge in the popularity of this unique Myanmar tradition. The stories originated from royal patronage, centering around Buddha’s life and local legend.

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wood, stand 18 to 24 inches tall, with each connected to 18 wires (male characters) or 19 wires (female characters), and are controlled by one puppeteer. Each completed multi-piece puppet is then expertly joined together with string and finished with detailed painting, jewels and costumes.

Check out: The Shwe Yadana Myaing Puppet Production Workshop in Mandalay. Or, enjoy a traditional cultural show at the Mandalay Marionettes Theatre. mandalaymarionettes.com PAPERMAKING The Shan people are believed to have originally migrated from China’s Yunnan province – and many skills came with them, such as hand papermaking. Paper made this way, by hand rather than machine and using no electricity, is a rarity these days.

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Three types of materials are used: rice straw, bamboo and bark from the mulberry tree. Rice paper is made in three thicknesses and quality grades. After resting in water and lime for five days – which breaks down the fibres – the rice straw is steamed under a wood fire for three more. The fiber is then rinsed with water and beaten with a wood stamper for at least 12 hours. The higher the grade of paper, the longer it must be beaten to create a thinner, finer product. Mulberry bark is soaked in water for a day, then cooked with wood ash for five hours.

Bamboo paper goes through a similar process, but rests in lime water for a minimum of three years, and must be beaten far longer.

The pounded wet fibre pulp is then poured onto a screen and air bubbles removed with a smooth stick; then the sheet is dried in the sun, and cut into the desired sizes. Decorative elements like flower petals and leaves are placed on the wet paper while it is on the screen, before drying.

The end result is used for writing paper and to make items such as umbrellas and fans. The

This spread, clockwise from top: Delicate, detailed marionettes; combining bamboo and horsehair makes fine lacquerware flexible; Shan noodles hung out to dry; a tempting bowl of Shan noodles; lacquerware receptacles have numerous versatile uses

Check out: Learn the craft of papermaking at Inle Princess Hotel. inle-princess.com LACQUERWARE This painstaking craft is deeply ingrained in Shan culture and across Myanmar – you can find lacquerware bowls, tableware and chests in palaces, temples and homes of regular Burmese. Each piece starts with a bamboo or horsehair base, which is then coated with seven to 16 layers of lacquer. After each coat the piece is set aside in an underground drying room for seven days, then smoothed with a knife. After buffalo bone powder and cotton are applied with more lacquer, the piece is ready for its intricate design.

Using teakwood charcoal, cinnabar, indigo and other natural powdered colours, the craftsman creates his masterpiece using a small etching knife or needle.

The finished product is dried underground again for one month, and then polished with petrified root powder before it can be sold.

A small cup can take six months to produce, while larger pieces emerge over years. Sein Naing, a third-generation craftsman at Mya Thaw Tar in Bagan, says his favourite piece – a large chest designed on the inside as well as out – took him three years to complete.

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Check out: Stop by Bagan’s smaller, family-owned workshops such as Golden Cuckoo and Mya Thaw Tar for personal demonstrations and to try your hand at creating lacquerware.

SHAN NOODLE MAKING Famed Shan noodles are one of the best loved foods in Myanmar. This traditional flat noodle is made with rice flour and water that are cooked together and fermented for several days, before being cut into strips and hung out in the sun to dry.

The Shan also make a bean noodle, usually with mung. The beans are ground into a thick paste, then grated into strips.

What sets Shan noodle dishes apart from other Burmese food is the emphasis on the noodles and seasonings, rather than the meats and herbs added to it. Served as the main component of both salads and soups, the noodles are mixed with vegetables and toppings such as sesame, chickpea flour or fried garnishes, and served with a side of pickled condiments. The combination of the noodles’ velvety texture and the sweet, sour and salty flavours of the dish is addictive.

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Check out: Inthar Heritage House offers cooking lessons – learn how to make four local dishes, including Shan noodles. thahara.com SilkAir flies three times weekly between Singapore and Mandalay

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sheets are also burnished to make gold leaf, which are used for offerings and placed on deity statues.

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ASIA’S RICH CULTURE AND WAY OF LIFE COMPELLED PHOTOGRAPHER DREW HOPPER TO SPEND EIGHT MONTHS BACKPACKING AND PHOTOGRAPHING THE REGION. “THE LANDSCAPES ARE STUNNING, THE FESTIVALS INCREDIBLE, AND THE PEOPLE ARE SOME OF THE FRIENDLIEST, MOST ADAPTABLE PEOPLE I’VE MET,” SAID HOPPER, “NO WORDS CAN DESCRIBE THE LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE THAT IS SOUTHEAST ASIA.”

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Opening spread: Herders walking their goats back to the village at sunset in dusty Old Bagan, Myanmar This spread, clockwise from left: Fishermen convene amid lotus at Inle Lake, Myanmar; one of the most memorable moments from Siem Reap was being part of this local family being blessed by a monk inside Angkor Thom, Cambodia; a Cambodian artist demonstrating his talent with beautiful watercolours

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Previous spread: An enchanting evening on the full moon of the 12th lunar month in Chiang Mai, Thailand, where people celebrate Loy Krathong (also called Festival of Light) over the weekend. Here, monks pray to Buddha on the night of Loy Krathong inside the grounds of Wat Phan Tao This spread, clockwise from top left: A Red Dao grandmother and her granddaughter in Ta Phin village, Sapa, Vietnam; in Mae Hong Son region in northern Thailand, a bamboo raft floats on the freshwater channel that flows through Tham Lod cave, a 1,666m-long limestone cave that is home to many bats and swifts; a Burmese woman on the way to the market bearing a hefty load of fresh flowers on her head SilkAir flies to Mandalay, Siem Reap, Chiang Mai and Hanoi.

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年3月，美国《时代》杂志 票选全球10大最健康的早 餐，越南汤河粉榜上有名。 报告指出，河粉加入了大量蔬菜和香 草，轻怡有益，以骨头熬煮的汤头则 含有丰富明胶，能填补肠道的小洞。 一碗其貌不扬的汤河粉，竟然蕴藏 了意想不到的营养价值，难怪越南 人一直以此为傲。 法越的结晶 越南汤河粉被誉为是当地的非官 方“国菜”，不少越南人均表示： “清 香的汤河粉就像是我们的灵魂，是 我们传承百年的文化精髓。”无须山 珍海错，只要一碗在手，便是他们的 快乐泉源。

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根据文献记载，越南汤河粉源于 19世纪末法国占领河内期间，由于

他们酷爱牛肉，因此当地人在法国 人喜爱的红肉汤内加入牛肉片，并 因应法式的烹调风格影响，再伴以 炭烧的洋葱，为浓烈的汤底加添焦 香，奠下越南清汤牛河的雏形。其 后河粉在国内遍地开花，演变出不 同的风味和个性，渐渐成为越南的 代表美馔。 汤底的奥秘 越南著名作家Huu Ngoc在《徘徊于 越南文化》一书内写道： “真正的河 粉仅限于在越南可吃到，准确一点 是在北越，更准确点是在河内。它

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来到河内，当然不能错过一尝正宗 的牛肉汤河，感受那一碗浓中带淡 雅幽香的地道滋味。 位于河内大都市索菲特传 奇酒店的Spices Garden (www. sofitel-legend.com/hanoi), 环境华 贵，服务超贴心，其越南牛肉河粉 地道美味，配上一杯越南滴漏咖 啡，完美！ Pho Gia Truyen (#49 Bat Dan) 是 老城区的路边摊，当地人誉为全城 最佳的牛肉河粉店。环境说不上 理想，但汤头鲜甜，牛肉鲜嫩，充 满绝佳地道风味。 同样位于旧城区的Pho 10 (10 Ly Quoc Su) 是本地人的热门之选， 店内飘扬着浓郁的牛肉汤气味。河 粉价钱廉宜，份量十足，还可配上 油条泡浸同吃，口味独特。

被称为河内之汤。”由此可见，在越 南河粉的龙虎榜上，河内占有重要 的一席。 来到河内，无论是高级餐厅，还 是大街小巷，总是飘扬着一股混和 了香草和牛肉浓香的气味，闻之怡 神醒胃，叫人禁不住垂涎再三。一碗 地道的河内汤河粉，必定有四项必 备材料：牛骨清汤、嫩滑牛肉片、如 丝绸软滑的河粉，以及别具风味的 大量香料，组合成令人无法抗拒的 经典美食。 完美的牛肉汤河淡雅飘香，齿颊 留芳，灵魂就在于其汤底，必须清而 不浊。讲究的厨师会以洋葱和牛骨 熬煮，但切忌操之过急，先以上等牛 骨和牛腩细火慢调，伴以八角和肉 桂等，动辄熬上10小时，还要不时撇 清浮于汤面的浓稠物，才能保持汤 底清澈，带点牛肉的浓香，却又毫不 油腻。呷一口汤，满口肉香，的确叫 人灵魂差点出窍。 南越人喜好偏甜，因此另辟蹊 径，在汤内加入冰糖，与北部如河内 的又截然不同。最后举箸前再洒上 大量香草，如新鲜薄荷叶、罗勒，佐 以鱼露和青柠汁，一口爽口牛肉，一 口幼滑河粉，夹杂东南亚特有的香 草气味，就是一碗令人难以忘怀的 正宗河内河粉。 胜安航空每周6班从新加坡直 航河内

SO PHO, SO GOOD Savour the goodness of Vietnam’s unofficial national dish

左页：尝过一口 色香味俱全的牛 肉汤河粉后，齿 颊留芳，令人回味 再三。 下：位于老城区的 Pho Gia Truyen，环 境虽狭逼杂乱，仍 然人潮不绝，只为 碗中那一口鲜。

In March this year, Time listed Vietnamese pho as one of the world’s top 10 healthiest breakfasts, as it’s chockful of vegetables and herbs while the bone broth contains gelatin, which helps repair the gut lining.

Pho is said to have originated in Hanoi in the late 19th century – French influences prompted the locals to add beef slices and grilled onion to their soup. The result is a dish that has taken on regional variations as it spread across Vietnam.

A bowl of authentic Hanoi pho consists of clear beef bone broth, tender beef slices, silky rice noodles, and plenty of herbs and spices. The secret lies in the soup. Simmer premium beef bones and brisket, add in star anise, cinnamon and other spices, then boil for 10 hours, taking care to remove any floating residue. This creates a clear broth that packs a rich savoury flavour without being oily. The south Vietnamese add rock sugar in their broth, so their pho is sweeter.

Go on a pho trail in Hanoi. Try: • Spices Garden Restaurant, Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi (15 Ngo Quyen Street) • Pho Gia Truyen (49 Bat Dan) • Pho 10 (10 Ly Quoc Su) SilkAir flies six times weekly between Singapore and Hanoi

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到尼泊尔旅行，你会想到 什么呢？ 喜马拉雅山脉？ 登山冒险？ 从现在起，让野生 动物园也成为尼泊尔旅行不可 缺的一部分吧！ 泰姬酒店及度 假集团 (Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces) 旗下的Meghauli Serai 是 坐落在野生动物园内的豪华度假 村，类似的度假村在印度以外仅 有一家。 它位于奇特万国家公园 (Chitwan National Park) 内的拉布 蒂河 (Rapti River) 边。 奇特万国 家公园是世界文化遗产保护地，

园中除了濒临绝种的独角犀牛、大 象和孟加拉皇家虎等物种，也有超 过五百个当地鸟类品种。 Meghauli Serai 不仅豪华设施齐 全， 也能让旅客观赏喜马拉雅山脉 和特莱草原 (Terai grasslands) 的优 美全景。 爱探险的旅客可自由选择 行程，其中包括乘4x4开篷越野车进 入丛林贴近野生动物世界，或划独 木舟出游，与鳄鱼近距离接触。 taj.tajhotels.com

从世界上第一个硬壳行李箱 到第一个用天然亚麻纤维制 成的行李箱，法国行李制造 商DELSEY 不断推出实用和 创新的产品，是箱包领域的 标签品牌。 配合品牌今年的70周年 庆，DELSEY 为胜安航空的旅客 提供了独家优惠。 从现在至2016 年12月31日，在购买商品时出示你的登机证或电子机 票确认书，便可以在所有正价商品享有7折优惠、特价 商品享有9折优惠。 消费满新币250元的顾客也将获 得一份免费赠品。此优惠只适用于新达城购物中心 (Suntec City Mall) #02-403/404 的 DELSEY 巴黎旗舰 店。delsey.com

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6月1日

砂拉越 稻米丰收节

Gawai Dayak 不只是个 稻米丰收节，更是个属 于居住砂拉越的族群 的盛大庆典。当天，部 分的达雅族传统长屋 将开放给公众参观，让 人了解达雅族文化与 习俗。若幸运的话，你 也有机会品尝竹筒鸡 (ayam pansuh) 和传统米 酒 (tuak) 等各种当地美 食。sarawaktourism.com

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A JOY TO FLY Welcome aboard! As the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, SilkAir brings you unique travel experiences in Asia-Pacific’s most exciting destinations

54 SILKAIR EXPERIENCE 56 NEWS FROM THE DECK 58 OFFICES 59 FLEET & FLIGHT TIMES 60 ROUTE MAP 61 POSTCARDS 68 SILKAIR STUDIO Stream movies, TV shows and music onboard

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SILKAIR EXPERIENCE

WE TAKE CARE OF YOU It’s the little touches that make a big difference. Discover the joy of flying with us, and experience our friendly inflight service with a warm Asian touch.

Your journey begins the moment you step on board

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THE REGIONAL WING OF SINGAPORE AIRLINES

We know you want the best that Asia has to offer. A full-service, award-winning airline, SilkAir now flies to 49 destinations across 13 countries and is the regional wing of Singapore Airlines (SIA). Together with SIA, we offer a combined network of 105 destinations in 37 countries.

Along with SIA Cargo and our codeshare partners, our network extends to 279 destinations in 75 countries, giving you more connections to the rest of the world.

SILKAIR CABINS

We understand that a flight is much more than getting to your destination – it is the start of your holiday or business travel.

Whether for business or pleasure, you can relax, work and rest well in our Business and Economy Class cabins.

In Business Class, enjoy enhanced personal space and comfort with luxurious leather-upholstered seats fitted on several aircraft.

The ergonomically designed 40-inch seats offer optimised legroom too. Before your flight, enjoy complimentary hot or cold snacks and refreshments in one of our lounges. On board, enjoy delectable food, wine and personalised service from our award-winning cabin crew.

In Economy Class, our friendly cabin crew will welcome you with a refreshing drink and reading material. Relaxing on board is easy in our spacious, ergonomically designed seats with adjustable headrest and ample legroom.

DINING

Start your journey with a complimentary welcome drink.

When it is time to dine, savour local favourites like Hainanese chicken rice and laksa, as well as a wide variety of Malay, Indian and Chinese dishes. To accompany your meal, enjoy a glass from our carefully curated collection of wines and nonalcoholic beverages.

At SilkAir, we keep our passengers’ best interests at heart. Be sure to let us know if you have any special dietary requirements at least 24 hours before your flight, and we will do our best to meet your needs.

CHOOSE YOUR PREFERRED SEAT

Economy Class passengers can now select a Preferred Seat, which are located in exit rows.

Offering more legroom, the seats are available for a fee of USD40 for flights to and from China, India, Australia and Nepal, and USD20 for flights to and from all other SilkAir destinations. When you make an online booking on silkair.com, you may purchase the seats during the seat selection stage, and at any time before check-in opens by retrieving your booking.

AMENITIES

We offer several inflight amenities to make your journey more comfortable, from pillows and blankets, to amenity kits and sockettes.

For little ones, we have a variety of toys such as plushies and SpongeBob SquarePants board game kits to keep them entertained. Please ask our cabin crew.

ENTERTAINMENT

With our compliments, enjoy SilkAir Studio (pictured above), our wireless inflight entertainment system.

Complementing our existing overhead drop-down screens, you

PERKS & PRIVILEGES BOARDING PASS PRIVILEGES Save your SilkAir boarding pass to enjoy an assortment of privileges, including exclusive discounts on accommodation, dining and shopping, as well as discounted rates for the SIA Hop-On Bus.

can watch up to 20 Hollywood and international movies and 26 TV programmes, and listen to 100 chart-topping music albums via wireless streaming directly on your personal mobile devices. For flights over two hours, Business Class passengers will get Lenovo tablets on loan to enjoy SilkAir Studio. Catch up on the latest news with our wide range of complimentary newspapers and browse through our diverse selection of magazines covering business, fashion, lifestyle and sports.

IN-SEAT POWER SUPPLY

For your convenience, selected aircraft are now fitted with in-seat power supply so you can charge your personal electronic devices while on board.

KRISFLYER MILES Earn and redeem KrisFlyer miles when you fly with SilkAir. The more frequently you fly with SilkAir or Singapore Airlines, the sooner you qualify for KrisFlyer Elite Silver or Elite Gold membership. Each level of membership comes with additional rewards, privileges and benefits.

SINGAPORE AIRLINES PPS CLUB The PPS Club is reserved for those who travel frequently on Singapore Airlines’ and SilkAir’s premium classes. Accrue PPS value when you travel Business Class on SilkAir, which will count towards PPS Club member qualification and renewal.

PPS Club members enjoy personalised benefits and a greater level of preferential treatment.

SKYSHOP TREATS

From designer fragrances to classic liquors, SilkAir’s SkyShop brings a wide selection of products right to your seat.

Browse through the SkyShop catalogue in your seat pocket, or pre-order products online at silkairdutyfree.com and have them delivered to you on your next SilkAir flight.

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SILKAIR NEWS FROM THE DECK

Cairns

SEE MEDAN with Fitriah Abdat, flight stewardess

Any great eats?

Sample local delicacies such as bolu gulung, Indonesia’s answer to Swiss roll, and bika Ambon, a cake-like dessert made from tapioca flour. Wash them down with markisa jus – a drink made from extracting the juice from a local type of passion fruit.

Good places for shopping?

Pay a visit to Petisah Market where locals buy their supply of fresh produce, fish, and manisan (dried fruits).

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From 31 October 2016, SilkAir will launch flights to two new destinations: Vientiane and Luang Prabang in Laos. With these new flights, SilkAir, together with its parent company, Singapore Airlines, will offer travellers connectivity to every country in Southeast Asia.

These new services to the Laotian capital as well as the

NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE FOR SILKAIR SilkAir named Mr Foo Chai Woo as Chief Executive, taking over from Mr Leslie Thng effective 18 May 2016. Mr Thng was appointed Chief Executive of SilkAir in August 2012 and has led the carrier through a period of continued strong growth.

gateway to the UNESCO-listed town will be on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

Operated on SilkAir’s Airbus A320 aircraft, these circular flights will depart from Singapore for Vientiane, followed by Luang Prabang, before heading back to Singapore.

With these new routes, the number of destinations in SilkAir’s network will increase to 51 destinations in 14 countries.

These flights will also connect Laos with the joint Singapore Airlines – SilkAir network of more than 100 cities worldwide via Singapore.

Prior to this appointment, Mr Foo Chai Woo was SIA’s Divisional Vice President, Sales & Marketing. An SIA veteran with nearly 21 years of service, he has held positions in both the head office (senior roles in network planning, market planning and reservations services) as well as overseas. He has been SIA’s Regional Vice President Americas, and General Manager India for more than four years, and also held positions in Japan, New Zealand and Pakistan.

GETTY IMAGES; SHUTTERSTOCK; PANTAI CERMIN THEME PARK AND RESORT

What’s a must-try activity for those travelling with kids?

Visit Pantai Cermin Theme Park and Resort, approximately an hour’s drive from the city. Kids will enjoy floating in the Lazy Pool or speeding down the slides. There’s also a mini zoo where children can meet the resort’s monkeys, deer and parrots.

SilkAir partners Child’s Dream Foundation Child’s Dream Foundation is SilkAir’s official adopted charity partner under a three-year Memorandum of Understanding, signed in January last year.

Child’s Dream is a nonprofit organisation committed to helping marginalised kids and youth in the Greater Mekong Subregion, which covers Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and Cambodia. Established in 2003, it works with local communities to grow educational opportunities and boost health conditions for minors and youth. Activities include health interventions to reduce child mortality, construction of facilities for

2015 Ranked among the Top 10 Airlines for Best Cabin Service Worldwide 2015

by Hong Kong-based online travel magazine, Smart Travel Asia 2014 Ranked among the Top 10 Airlines for Best Cabin Service Worldwide 2014,

1989 February Tradewinds takes to the skies on leased McDonnell Douglas MD87 aircraft with flights to Hat Yai, Pattaya, Phuket, Kuantan and Tioman 1992 April & July Tradewinds is renamed SilkAir. Business Class is introduced

basic education, setting up of youth employment centres, and provision of high school and university scholarships. childsdream.org

DIRECT CHARTERS TO NAHA, OKINAWA

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Milestones

From 1 to 25 June 2016, SilkAir will offer seven return flights between Singapore and Okinawa.

Operated on SilkAir’s Boeing 737 aircraft, these chartered flights – approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes in duration – will arrive in Naha, Okinawa’s capital and gateway to more than 100 Ryukyu islands. These non-stop flights to Japan’s southernmost prefecture can be booked through several travel agents in Singapore.

Visit silkair.com for the list of participating travel agencies.

2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009 by Smart Travel Asia Regional Airline of the Year 2014 by airlineratings.com, leading airline safety and review website

Changi Airline Awards 2012 2011 Best Regional Airline 2011, Centre for Aviation (CAPA)

2013 Regional Airline of the Year 2013 Air Transport News (ATN) awards

2010 Inducted into TTG Asia’s Travel Hall of Fame following its 10th win as Best Regional Airline at the TTG Travel Awards 2009

2012 Ranked 3rd, Top 10 Airlines

by Passenger Carriage,

2009 Wins Best Regional Airline: Southeast Asia by Skytrax

1994 February New Balenciaga-designed cabin crew uniform is revealed 1998 September Unveils A320 with seating capacity of up to 150 1999 February SilkAir celebrates its 10th anniversary 2002 July Online bookings are made available on the official SilkAir website 2004 August Cabin crew wear the new wrap dress uniform 2009 February SilkAir celebrates its 20th anniversary 2012 August Announces its largest fleet order – up to 68 Boeing aircraft, and launches revamped website 2014 February SilkAir celebrates its 25th anniversary, and receives its first Boeing 737-800 aircraft 2015 April Unveils new cabin crew uniforms designed

by Singaporean Alexandria Chen

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SILKAIR OFFICES SINGAPORE 101 Thomson Road, #10-03 United Square, Singapore 307591 Tel: +65 6223 8888 AUSTRALIA CAIRNS (CNS) Level 2, AAC Building, Cairns Airport, Cairns, QLD 4870 Tel: +61 7 4034 9100 24-hour reservations hotline (local calls only): 13 10 11 DARWIN (DRW) Darwin International Airport, Terminal Suite 9, Henry Wrigley Drive, PO Box 41725, Casuarina, Darwin, NT 0811 Tel: +61 8 8927 8336 24-hour reservations hotline: 13 10 11 (for local calls only) CAMBODIA PHNOM PENH (PNH) Unit 2-4A, Regency C, Samdech Monireth Blvd (St 217), SK. Tomnoub Tuk, KH. ChamkarMorn, Phnom Penh Tel: +855 23 988 629 SIEM REAP (REP) Office No. G10-G11 Airlines Office Building, Siem Reap International Airport Tel: +855 63 964 993 CHINA CHANGSHA (CSX) Room 61002, Huatian Hotel, VIP Tower, 10th Floor, 300 East Jie Fang Road, Changsha, Hunan Tel: +86 731 8997 7861/3 CHENGDU (CTU) #09-04 Tower 2, Raffles City Chengdu, No.3, Section 4, South Renmin Road Chengdu 610041, Sichuan Tel: +86 28 8652 8626 CHONGQING (CKG) Unit 19-6, RongHeng Times Square, No 2 Guan Yin Qiao Street, Jiangbei District, Chongqing Tel: +86 23 6787 8891/2 KUNMING (KMG) 2002, 20th Floor, Building B, Yinhai SOHO International Apartment Building, 612 Beijing Road, Kunming Tel: +86 871 6313 2334 SHENZHEN (SZX) Room 3H030-2, New Terminal Baoan International Airport, Shenzhen Tel: +86 0755 2345 9346/49 WUHAN (WUH) Unit 16-16, 16th Floor, Tower

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MUST EXPERIENCE: KALIBO Stop by Kalibo’s Bakhawan Eco-Park before heading to Boracay. Here you can walk on an 800m-long bamboo path that goes through the mangrove forest and ends at a viewing platform by the sea. For those in Boracay, try the street food called “dynamite” – green chilli pepper stuffed with cheese and cooked in batter.

MYANMAR MANDALAY (MDL) Room 2018, 1st Floor, Mandalay International Airport, Tada-Oo Township, Mandalay Tel: +95 227 096 YANGON (RGN) 0202 Sakura Tower, No 339, Bogyoke Aung San Road, Kyauktada, 11182 Yangon Tel: +95 1 25 5288

Prudy Lapating SilkAir Customer Service Assistant

1, New World International Trade Tower, 568 Jianshe Avenue, Jianghan District, Wuhan 430000 Tel: +86 278 555 7648/748 XIAMEN (XMN) 15th Floor, Unit H, International Plaza, No 8, Lujiang Road, Xiamen 361001 Tel: +86 592 205 3257/80 INDIA BANGALORE (BLR) Park View, 17 Curve Road, Near Queens Circle, Tasker Town, Bangalore 560051 Tel: +91 80 2286 7870/2 CHENNAI (MAA) The Westminster, 1st Floor 108, Dr Radhakrishnan Salai, Mylapore, Chennai 600004 Tel: +91 44 4592 1921 COIMBATORE (CJB) 229A, ITI Centre, 2nd Floor, Sir Shanmugham Chettiar Road, Coimbatore 641002, Tel: +91 422 437 0271/61/81 HYDERABAD (HYD) 6-3-1192/1/1, 104 1st Floor White House, Block A, Kundan Bagh, Begumpet, Hyderabad 500016 Tel: +91 40 4036 9000 KOCHI (COK) Aisha Manzil, Ravipuram, M.G. Road, Kochi 682 016, Kerala Tel: +91 484 401 0410 KOLKATA (CCU) Millenium City IT Park, Tower II, 9th Floor, Unit 9A, DN-62, Sector V, Salt Lake, Kolkata 700091 Tel: +91 033 2367 5422/3 THIRUVANANTHAPURAM (TRV) Ground Floor, Vivanta By Taj C V Raman Pillai Road, Thycaud

Trivandrum 695014 Tel: +91 471 2324144/5144 VISAKHAPATNAM (VTZ) Door No. 9-14-2, 2nd floor, Tanishq Show Room, VIP Road, Visakhapatnam -530003.

Tel: +91 891 297 1001/2 INDONESIA BALIKPAPAN (BPN) BRI Tower, 6th Floor Suite 606 Jalan Jendral Sudirman No 37, Balikpapan 76122, East Kalimantan Tel: +62 542 73 0800 BANDUNG (BDO) Wisma Bumiputera, Level 2, Suite #207, Jalan Asia Afrika 141-149, Bandung 40112 Tel: +62 22 424 1251 DENPASAR (DPS) 2nd floor GOI Building Ngurah Rai International Airport Denpasar, Bali 80361 Tel: +62 361 9368 388/89 LOMBOK (LOP) Lombok Raya Hotel, Jalan Panca Usaha No 11 Mataram 83231, Lombok Nusa Tenggara Barat Tel: +62 370 62 8254/5 MAKASSAR (UPG) Unit F & G, 10th Floor, Menara Bosowa, Jalan Jendral Sudirman No 5, Makassar Tel: +62 411 368 1017 MANADO (MDC) Ground Floor, Jalan Sarapung, No. 5 Manado 95111, North Sulawesi Tel: +62 431 86 3744/844 MEDAN (KNO) 2nd Floor, Hotel Polonia, Jalan Jendral Sudirman No 14, Medan 20152 Tel: +62 61 453 7744 PALEMBANG (PLM) Ground Floor, Sandjaja Hotel

PENANG (PEN) Suite 12-08, 12th Floor MWE Plaza, No 8 Lebuh Farquhar, 10200 Penang Tel: +60 4 263 3201

Jalan Kapt. A. Rivai 6193 Palembang 30129 Tel: +62 711 35 6473/537 PEKANBARU (PKU) 4th Floor (Lantai 3A), Surya Dumai Group Building, Jalan Jend Sudirman No 395, Pekanbaru 28116, Riau Tel: +62 761 83 9979/89 SEMARANG (SRG) Menara Suara Merdeka, Jalan Pandanaran No 30, Unit 6-04, Semarang 50134, Jawa Tengah Tel: +62 24 7692 8838 SURABAYA (SUB) Pakuwon Center 22nd Floor Unit 22.08, Jalan Embong Malang 1,3,5, Surabaya 60261 Tel: +62 31 5319215-18 YOGYAKARTA (JOG) Royal Ambarrukmo Hotel, Arcade 8-9, Jalan Laksda Adisucipto 81, Yogyakarta Tel: +62 274 446 9092/93

MALAYSIA KOTA KINABALU (BKI) Block L, Lot 69-5, KK Times Square, Off Costal Highway 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Tel: +60 88 485 450/1/2 KUALA LUMPUR (KUL) 10th Floor, Menara MultiPurpose, Capital Square 8 Jalan Munshi Abdullah, 50100, Kuala Lumpur Tel: +60 3 2692 3122 KUCHING (KCH) 07-1A, Gateway Kuching, Jalan Bukit Mata, Kuching Tel: +60 82 25 6772/3 LANGKAWI (LGK) Langkawi International Airport, Mezzanine Floor, 2nd Level, Padang Mat Sirat Langkawi, Kedah Darulaman Tel: +60 4 955 9771

NEPAL KATHMANDU (KTM) 399 Kamaladi Street, 1st Floor, PO Box 482, Kathmandu Tel: +977 1 422 0759 PHILIPPINES CEBU (CEB) Unit 7D, Pioneer Building, Cardinal Rosales Avenue, Cebu Business Park, Cebu City 6000 Tel: +63 32 505 7871 DAVAO (DVO) Suite 056, Pryce Tower, JP Laurel Avenue, Pryce Business Park, Davao City 8000 Tel: +63 82 227 5301 KALIBO (KLO) 2nd Floor, Casa Felicidad Alba, Archbishop Reyes Street, Kalibo Tel: +63 36 500 7226 THAILAND CHIANG MAI (CNX) Duangtawan Hotel , 132 Loykroh Road, T.Changklan A.Muang District, Chiang Mai Tel: +66 53 90 4985/6 KOH SAMUI (USM) Samui Park Avenue Building Unit No C-2, 99/9 Moo 4, Tambol Bopud, Amphur Koh Samui, Suratthani 84320 Tel: +66 77 60 1172/3 PHUKET (HKT) 101/17 Moo 1, Tambol Kathu, Amphur Kathu, Phuket 83120 Tel: +66 76 30 4018/19/20 VIETNAM DANANG (DAD) 8th Floor, Suite 802, One Opera Danang Hotel, 115 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Danang Tel : +84 511 3562708/9 HANOI (HAN) G02 – International Centre 17 Ngo Quyen Street, Hanoi Tel: +84 4 3826 8888

SILKAIR FLEET & FLIGHT TIMES

SilkAir flies one of the youngest fleets in the Asian region, with an average age of 3 years 11 months. We currently operate 30 aircraft, comprising 11 Airbus A320-200, 4 Airbus A319-100 and 15 Boeing B737-800 aircraft

Boeing 737-800 NO OF AIRCRAFT 15 IN FLEET NO OF SEATS 12 BUSINESS CLASS 150 ECONOMY CLASS

Length 39.5m Wingspan 35.8m Height 12.5m Typical cruise speed 0.785 Mach

Airbus 320-200 NO OF AIRCRAFT 11 IN FLEET NO OF SEATS 12 BUSINESS CLASS 138 ECONOMY CLASS

Length 37.57m Wingspan 35.8m Height 11.76m Maximum speed 0.82 Mach

Airbus 319-100 AIRCRAFT IMAGES: JUERGEN BAUMBUSCH

NO OF AIRCRAFT 4 IN FLEET NO OF SEATS 8 BUSINESS CLASS 120 ECONOMY CLASS

Length 33.84m Wingspan 35.8m Height 11.76m Maximum speed 0.82 Mach

Destination

Flight Airport duration to city

AUSTRALIA Cairns Darwin

6:40hrs 4:40hrs

5.8km 13km

CAMBODIA Phnom Penh Siem Reap

2hrs 2:10hrs

11km 7km

CHINA Changsha Chengdu Chongqing Kunming Shenzhen Wuhan Xiamen

4:45hrs 4:35hrs 4:30hrs 4hrs 4:05hrs 5:05hrs 4:05hrs

20km 18km 21km 25km 32km 26km 20km

INDIA Bangalore Chennai Coimbatore Hyderabad Kochi Kolkata Thiruvananthapuram Visakhapatnam

4:20hrs 4:20hrs 4:25hrs 4:35hrs 4:30hrs 4:20hrs 4:25hrs 4:20hrs

40km 20km 10km 38km 32km 20km 6km 15km

INDONESIA Balikpapan Bandung Denpasar Lombok Makassar Manado Medan Palembang Pekanbaru Semarang Surabaya Yogyakarta

2:25hrs 1:50hrs 2:40hrs 2:45hrs 3hrs 3:40hrs 1:15hrs 1:05hrs 1:05hrs 2:15hrs 2:20hrs 2:20hrs

12km 4km 13km 30km 17km 15km 42km 20km 10km 6km 22km 8km

MALAYSIA Kota Kinabalu Kuala Lumpur Kuching Langkawi Penang

2:30hrs 55min 1:25hrs 1:25hrs 1:25hrs

10km 80km 10km 18km 21km

MYANMAR Mandalay Yangon

3:35hrs 2:55hrs

45km 16km

NEPAL Kathmandu

5:10hrs

5km

PHILIPPINES Cebu Davao Kalibo

3:40hrs 3:50hrs 3:40hrs

14km 12km 3km

THAILAND Chiang Mai Koh Samui Phuket

2:55hrs 1:45hrs 1:45hrs

5km 17km 31km

VIETNAM Danang Hanoi

2:45hrs 3:20hrs

3km 45km

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SILKAIR ROUTE MAP

Flights operated by SilkAir SilkAir and Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines

Beijing

Chongqing Kunming New Delhi

CHINA

Guangzhou

Ahmedabad INDIA

Mumbai Hyderabad

Changsha

Xiamen

NEPAL

Kathmandu

Kolkata Visakhapatnam

Bangalore Chennai Coimbatore Kochi Thiruvananthapuram

Mandalay MYANMAR

Yangon

Shanghai

Wuhan

Chengdu

Hanoi

Shenzhen Hong Kong PHILIPPINES

VIETNAM

Manila

Chiang Mai THAILAND

Bangkok

Danang

Kalibo Cebu

CAMBODIA

Siem Reap Phnom Penh Ho Chi Minh City Koh Samui Phuket

Medan

Davao Kota Kinabalu

Manado

Langkawi MALAYSIA Penang Kuala Lumpur

Male

SINGAPORE

Pekanbaru

Kuching

Balikpapan Makassar

Palembang

INDONESIA

Semarang Surabaya Jakarta Lombok Bandung Denpasar Yogyakarta

Dili

TIMOR-LESTE

Darwin

Cairns

AUSTRALIA

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POSTCARDS A quick guide to our 49 destinations

SILKAIR RECOMMENDS

GETTY IMAGES

The birthplace of luminaries such as Mother Teresa and Rabindranath Tagore is one of India’s best cities for food and cultural exploration

Want to see Kolkata but pressed for time?

Join a one-day city tour, which includes a visit to the Victoria Memorial (above); lunch at a Bengali restaurant; and a short tonga (horsecart) ride to see some of Kolkata’s churches.

DO

Tour de Sundarbans, a travel operator, offers cruises and day trips to the Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove ecosystem. Here you can spot some of the region’s interesting wildlife, including the Bengal tiger, if you’re lucky.

SEE

EAT

The city has a dizzying array of yummy street food. Try kathi roll,

a burrito-like prata filled with chicken, mutton or eggs; or ghugni chaat, yellow peas cooked in tomatoes and onions, and topped with green chutney.

Don’t leave West Bengal DRINK without a sip of masala chai. Many streetside hawkers sell this delicately sweet and spiced drink in an earthenware cup, which is typically tossed to the side of the street after use.

Looking for some artisanal buys? Mason & Co sells chocolate bars made from cacao beans that are sourced from India. (masonchocolate.com; available at Living Free, 5 Gariahat Road).

SHOP

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Phnom Penh

AUSTRALIA CAIRNS Besides being close to the Great Barrier Reef, this city in Queensland boasts pristine rainforests with unique flora and fauna, bustling farmers’ markets and breathtaking beaches and islands.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Thu and Sat) Climate Rainy (Nov-May), dry (May-Oct) DARWIN The capital of the Northern Territory is the gateway to Kakadu National Park, with abundant wildlife, waterfalls and aboriginal rock art.

In the city, Darwin’s Waterfront Precinct buzzes with open-air dining, bars and trendy boutiques.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (Nov-May), dry (May-Oct) CAMBODIA PHNOM PENH Stop by the grand Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda within its grounds. Enjoy a stroll along Sisowath Quay, a three-kilometre strip along the west bank of Tonlé Sap River that’s lined with bars, restaurants, cafés and shops.

Frequency 19 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

Chengdu CHENGDU The capital of Sichuan province houses the giant panda breeding and research centre, and serves as the gateway to Mount Emei, one of China’s four sacred Buddhist mountains.

Frequency 14 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb) CHONGQING This municipality located next to Sichuan province is one of China’s boomtowns. Marvel at the towering skyscrapers at Jiefangbei district, or visit Wulong National Geology Park for its karst stone bridges and deep mountain valleys.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat and and Sun) Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

SIEM REAP Discover the splendid architecture and bas-relief sculptures of Angkor Wat, one of the most significant archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Near Tonlé Sap Lake, the charming floating villages are a fascinating sight.

Frequency 11 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

KUNMING The largest city in Yunnan province is famed for its natural and historical attractions like its many colourful and ornate temples, the Yunnan Nationalities Village and karst caves in Jiuxiang.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun).

Additional Mon flights from 20 June Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

CHINA CHANGSHA Surrounded by three rivers, the capital of Hunan province offers attractions like the Aiwan Pavilion in scenic Mount Yuelu. A major port, it is also one of China’s top 20 economically advanced cities.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun) Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

SHENZHEN This city in the Pearl River Delta region has something for everyone, from shopping, dining and art to theme parks. Soak in the vibrant energy of the city centre and marvel at its cutting-edge architecture and modern skyscrapers.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

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Darwin WUHAN With a history spanning more than 3,500 years, this city in central China offers plenty of sights and experiences for history lovers.

Visit Hubei Provincial Museum and marvel at its 140,000 artefacts, including ancient weapons.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

XIAMEN Explore the rounded communal fortresses known as tulou of Xiamen’s Hakka people. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, they stand as lone castles up to five storeys high.

A trip here will also acquaint you with Fujian’s stunning countryside.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Sep), autumn (Oct-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb)

Cairns

Kunming

Bangalore

Shenzhen

INDIA BANGALORE While it may be known as India’s Silicon Valley, Bangalore in the state of Karnataka lures with its vibrant arts, music, dining and café scene, as well as cultural landmarks such as the Bangalore Palace.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

CHENNAI Admire colourful deities and intricate carvings at temples like Kapaleeshwar in this city steeped in Tamil and Hindu cultures.

Formerly known as Madras, the capital of Tamil Nadu offers diverse attractions, from classical dance shows to its famed Marina Beach.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

Coimbatore

Changsha

COIMBATORE Known fondly as the Manchester of South India for its thriving textile industry, Coimbatore also leaves tourists spellbound with its colourful temples, wall art, picturesque wildlife parks and hill stations.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

HYDERABAD The capital of Telangana in southern India is one of the country’s most important IT cities.

Despite its modern trappings, timeless tradition and iconic landmarks like the Chowmahalla Palace reflect the city’s storied past.

Frequency 10 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

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SILKAIR POSTCARDS KOCHI This seaport town in Kerala has a slew of activities for nature and culture lovers. Learn about the cheena vala or Chinese fishing nets unique to the area, explore Portuguese-built churches and forts or the backwaters with its flora and fauna.

Frequency 10 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

Medan

KOLKATA Ethnically and religiously diverse, the capital of West Bengal boasts an established tradition in the arts. Riding the city’s hand-pulled rickshaws is a must-experience.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb) THIRUVANANTHAPURAM Thiruvananthapuram or Trivandrum is one of Kerala’s most picturesque cities. To see the bucolic corners of Kerala, hop on a houseboat that cruises the state’s backwaters.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb) VISAKHAPATNAM Vizag is the second largest city in Andhra Pradesh. It offers natural and cultural attractions such as Kailasagiri Park with its striking Hindu god statues, Kanker Palace and Rishikonda Beach.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Wed, Fri and Sun) Climate Summer (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct), winter (Nov-Feb)

Bandung

Semarang

INDONESIA BALIKPAPAN This seaport city in East Kalimantan is a melting pot of cultures such as the Bugis and Javanese. Take a scenic boat ride down Mahakam River or shop for gemstones and handicrafts in town.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Tue, Wed and Fri) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep) BANDUNG A green enclave, Bandung in West Java bears traces of its colonial past, like tea plantations opened by the Dutch in the mid19th century. Explore its stunning landscapes like the crater lake Kawah Putih.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

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Lombok DENPASAR Denpasar is the capital of Bali, dubbed the Island of the Gods and one of the world’s most popular destinations. Bali boasts pristine beaches, lush rice terraces and a unique form of Hinduism where locals observe vibrant religious and cultural rituals.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

LOMBOK One of the islands of West Nusa Tenggara province, Lombok may be famous for its beaches and Mount Rinjani, but its other natural attractions like towering waterfalls, lush rice fields and the three Gilis are worth a visit.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

MAKASSAR South Sulawesi’s capital has beautiful snorkelling and diving sites, as well as stunning mosques and jaw-dropping sunsets.

It is also the gateway to Tana Toraja highlands, famous for its lush vistas and elaborate cultural rituals.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Thu, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

Kolkata

Surabaya

Manado

Visakhapatnam MANADO This city in North Sulawesi is the gateway to Tomohon and its unique Vihara Buddhayana Buddhist temple complex. Manado is also famous for its dive spots, including Bunaken National Park in the Coral Triangle, which boasts some of the highest levels of biodiversity in the world.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

MEDAN Home to the picturesque Lake Toba, the world’s largest volcanic lake, Medan in North Sumatra is also a culinary mecca. Merdeka Walk offers a mouth-watering selection of local dishes, from spicy Minangkabau specialities to sweet Javanese food.

Frequency 14 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

PALEMBANG The capital of South Sumatra owes much of its charm to its architecture and historical landmarks. Must-sees include Kuto Besak Fort, once the centre of the Palembang sultanate, and Ampera Bridge.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Thu and Sat) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

SURABAYA Hailed as the City of Heroes for its role in the nation’s struggle for independence, this East Javanese city is also the gateway to Mount Bromo, the country’s most famous volcano.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

PEKANBARU Once a sleepy port on Sumatra’s Siak River, Pekanbaru has been transformed into a bustling modern city. As Indonesia’s centre of Malay culture, it is home to interesting sites, including the An-Nur Mosque and Sang Nila Utama Museum.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed and Fri) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

YOGYAKARTA This Javanese city is home to batik makers and wayang golek stick puppet artisans who preserve Indonesia’s traditions. Arts aside, Yogyakarta is also known as the site of the majestic Borobudur temples.

Frequency 5 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

SEMARANG Nestled in the heart of Java island, Semarang boasts a variety of fascinating architecture, like the Sam Poo Kong Temple, built to honour 15th-century Chinese explorer Zheng He, and the Grand Mosque of Central Java, which has Arabic-style arches.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (Oct-May), dry (Jun-Sep)

MALAYSIA KOTA KINABALU Kota Kinabalu or “KK” is home to pristine beaches and iconic landmarks like the beautiful floating City Mosque. A major entry point to Sabah and Borneo, KK’s diverse ecology presents many opportunities for forest trekking.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Rainy (Nov-Feb), dry (Mar-Oct)

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Penang KUALA LUMPUR The Malaysian capital boasts a sophisticated urban charm rooted in old-world culture – think stately colonial architecture alongside modern marvels like Petronas Towers, and natural wonders like Batu Caves.

Frequency 54 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Rainy (Apr-Sep), dry (Oct-Mar)

MYANMAR MANDALAY The last royal capital of Burma, Mandalay is the gateway to Bagan, one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites, and the iconic U Bein Bridge, said to be the longest teakwood bridge in the world.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu and Sat) Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

KUCHING Explore Sarawak’s ethnic richness and eco-diversity. Stay at a longhouse, see the proboscis monkeys at Bako National Park and Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, or get up close with Gunung Gading National Park’s Rafflesia blooms.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (Nov-Feb), dry (Mar-Oct)

YANGON The former capital of Myanmar brims with fascinating sites, including the 2,500-year-old Shwedagon Pagoda, regarded as the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in the country.

Frequency 13 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

LANGKAWI Marvel at the wonders of nature in Langkawi, a string of 99 islands on Malaysia’s west coast that’s home to mountains, caves and rock formations and beautiful beaches.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Wed, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (May-Sep), dry (Oct-Apr) PENANG See Penang’s historic architecture – Chinatown’s clan houses and Kek Lok Si Temple – and don’t miss the street art, including clever murals and sculptures.

Frequency 35 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Rainy (May-Sep), dry (Oct-Apr)

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NEPAL KATHMANDU A must-see for extreme adventurers, Kathmandu is also a dream destination for its rich cultural and spiritual offerings.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun) Climate Spring (Mar-May), summer (Jun-Aug), autumn (Sep-Nov), winter (Dec-Feb) PHILIPPINES CEBU This tropical paradise in the Visayas is known as the Island of Festivals for its many colourful annual celebrations. But it is probably best known for its spectacular dive spots.

Frequency 12 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

Davao

Danang DAVAO Whet your appetite for nature and adventure in this southern Philippine city, which is home to attractions like Eden Nature Park, Philippine Eagle Nature Centre and forests and trails perfect for hiking and biking.

Frequency 8 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

KALIBO Besides being the gateway to the beaches of Boracay, Kalibo, capital of Aklan province, is also home to the “Mother of All Philippine Festivals” – the AtiAtihan Festival and its colourful street parades.

Frequency 4 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun) Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-May), rainy (Jun-Oct)

Mandalay

Kuala Lumpur

Hanoi

Kuala Lumpur

KOH SAMUI A beach lover’s paradise, Koh Samui is home to 42 stunning islands within the Mu Ko Angthong National Marine Park. Fun in the sun aside, visitors can explore famous temples like Wat Plai Laem, which houses a White Buddha with 18 hands.

Frequency 14 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-Jun), rainy (Jul-Oct) SINGAPORE A cosmopolitan island city, Singapore draws you in with its myriad cultural sights, shopping malls and dining and entertainment options. Explore Gardens by the Bay – 101 hectares of lovely waterfront gardens – and visit the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in historic Chinatown.

Climate Cool (Dec-Feb), hot (May-Oct), rainy (Nov-Jan)

THAILAND CHIANG MAI The Rose of the North charms with its lush countryside, intriguing hill tribes and tantalising Northern Thai food like curried egg noodles and sai oua sausages.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-Jun), rainy (Jul-Oct)

PHUKET Fantastic beaches, good food, bargain shopping and friendly locals – all these and more make Phuket a true Jewel of the Andaman Sea. Popular beaches include Kamala, Karon, Kata, Nai Harn and Patong.

Frequency 35 flights weekly from Singapore Climate Cool (Nov-Feb), hot (Mar-Jun), rainy (Jul-Oct)

TIMOR-LESTE DILI Timor-Leste’s seaside capital brims with activities. Relax along Cristo Rei Beach or the pristine beaches of Jaco Island, climb Mount Ramelau or simply admire the scenic vista of rice paddies.

Frequency 3 flights weekly from Singapore (Tue, Thu and Sat).

Flights are chartered by Air Timor (air-timor.com) Climate Rainy (Dec-May), dry (Jun-Nov) VIETNAM DANANG Central Vietnam’s coastal city boasts old-world charm and attractions like Non Nuoc Beach and Marble Mountains, a popular pilgrimage site, and Khai Dinh Royal Tomb in Hue, just off Danang.

Frequency Daily flights from Singapore Climate Rainy (Aug-Dec), dry (Jan-Jul) HANOI Enjoy a day at Hoan Kiem Lake in the historical heart of Vietnam’s capital.

Cross to Jade Island in the centre of the lake via the famous wooden Huc Bridge with its eye-catching red hue.

Frequency 6 flights weekly from Singapore (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sun) Climate Rainy (May-Sep), dry (Oct-Apr)

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Wireless inflight entertainment guide movies HOLLYWOOD MOVIES

Song Of The Sea FAMILY Director: Tomm Moore; Cast: David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson, Lisa Hannigan PG 93 mins

After The Ball COMEDY Director: Sean Garrity; Cast: Portia Doubleday, MarcAndré Grondin, Chris Noth PG 101 mins

On a mission to free creatures who find themselves trapped in the present-day world, young Irish lad Ben and his younger sister Saoirse set out on an adventure. Saoirse is a selkie, a person who can turn into a seal (based in both Irish and Scottish folklore).

No one will employ recent fashion school graduate, Kate Castle. Even with a talent and flair for fashion, she soon learns that being the daughter of Larry Castle – the man who produces cheap imitations of the designers she wants to work for – won’t get her very far.

The House Of Magic FAMILY Director: Jeremy Degruson, Ben Stassen; Cast: Cinda Adams, George Babbit, Murray Blue G 85 mins

45 Years ROMANCE/DRAMA Director: Andrew Haigh. Cast: Charlotte Rampling, Tom Courtenay, Geraldine James R 95 mins

With one week till their 45th wedding anniversary party, Kate Mercer is happily planning the celebration. But when her husband receives a letter informing him that the body of his first love has been found, the celebrations come to a grinding halt.

Thunder, an abandoned cat, seeks refuge from a storm in an abandoned mansion.

Owned by a retired magician, the house is occupied by his eccentric assistants who don’t make the wayward cat feel welcome.

Wish I Was Here COMEDY Director: Zach Braff; Cast: Zach Braff, Kate Hudson, Joey King R 99 mins

Aiden Bloom is a 35-year-old wannabe actor, husband and father struggling to find his way. When he can no longer afford school fees, he takes to homeschooling his two children. Along the way, Aiden discovers what he’s been looking for and finds purpose in his life.

45 Years

Clouds Of Sils Maria ROMANCE/DRAMA Director: Olivier Assayas; Cast: Juliette Binoche, Kristen Stewart, Chloë Grace Moretz PG-13 123 mins

Maria Enders is at the height of her cosmopolitan career when she’s asked to be part of a revival of the play that bought her fame 20 years earlier. This time, however, she must step into the role of the older Helena rather than the seductive, younger Sigrid.

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The Medallion Director: Gordon Chan; Cast: Jackie Chan, Lee Evans, Claire Forlani PG-13 88 mins ACTION/THRILLER

Charming Interpol agent Nicole and Hong Kong detective Eddie must work together to save a boy from the evil Snakehead. When Eddie dies in an accident, he is brought back to life by a mysterious medallion as an immortal fighter with superhuman powers.

The Disappearance Of Alice Creed ACTION/THRILLER Director: J. Blakeson; Cast: Gemma Arterton, Eddie Marsan, Martin Compston R 87 mins

On a suburban street, Alice Creed is taken captive by two masked men. The millionaire's daughter is gagged and taken to an abandoned, sound-proofed apartment where it soon becomes clear that not everything is as it appears.

INTERNATIONAL MOVIES Goodbye Mr Loser 夏洛特烦恼 CHINESE/KOREAN Director: Da-Mo Peng, Fei Yan; Cast: Allen Ai, Yuan Chang, Li-Chun Lee PG-13 104 mins

During the wedding of his first love, Xia Luo gets into a drunken quarrel with his wife and ends up getting sent back to his teenage body.

Though this time round, he is equipped with the wisdom of adulthood, becomes popular and wins over the prettiest girl in school. 夏洛在初恋情人的婚礼上喝醉 酒与妻子吵架后，竟然穿越时 光返回中学时期的自己。这一回 仗着成年人的机智，夏洛成了学 校里的热门人物，并赢得校花 的芳心。

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The Vanished Murderer 消失的凶手 Director: Lo Chi Leung; Cast: Sean Lau, Lam Ka Tung, Jiang Yiyan PG-13 116 mins CHINESE/KOREAN

Set in Northern China in 1932, inmate Yuan Fu digs her way out of prison using a spoon. Inspector Dong-lu Song is assigned to investigate the prison break but their romantic history complicates the situation. 故事背景为1932年中国北方， 女囚犯傅源利用汤匙挖洞逃 狱。警官松东路受命调查逃狱 事件，但他们的情史却令事情 变得复杂迷离。 Our Times 我的少女时代 CHINESE/KOREAN Director: Frankie Chen; Cast: Darren Wang, Vivian Sung, Joe Chen PG-13 120 mins

Set in Taipei in the 90s, Truly is a clumsy and modest girl who falls in love with Taiyu, the most popular guy at school. In a fateful twist, he invites Truly to join the “Association of the Dumped”, a club for the brokenhearted. Love blossoms where it’s least expected. 故事背景为90年代的台北，神 经大条且长相平凡的林真心爱 上了在学校最受欢迎的太宇。 在“幸运信”的安排下，太宇 邀请真心加入一个失恋者俱乐 部“失恋阵线联盟”，在这里， 最让人意想不到的爱情开花 结果。 The Crossing II 太平轮（下）：惊涛挚爱 Director: John Woo; Cast: Frank M. Ahearn, Shan Cong, Takeshi Kaneshiro PG-13 126 mins CHINESE/KOREAN

Set in the 40s, this epic sees the passengers on the steamer Taiping sent helplessly into icy waters after it capsizes. Connections between passengers begin to

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emerge as we learn how they came to be on the fateful ship. 故事背景设于四十年代，邮轮 ‘太平轮’倾覆，乘客们在冰冷 的海中漂流。他们之间的关系 随着故事讲述各人乘船的来由 而开始变得明朗。 Wild City 谜城 Director: Ringo Lam; Cast: Louis Koo, Shawn Yue, Liya Tong PG-13 100 mins CHINESE/KOREAN

Ex-cop and bar owner T Man becomes friends with a drunken lady, Yun, after she is involved in a car accident.

Soon, these two are targeted

by George, Yun’s previous lover and a high-flying Hong Kong lawyer, and his band of thugs. 前警探天民是酒馆东主，认识 了一名醉酒出车祸的女郎小云。 俩人被小云的香港著名律师 前男友乔治以及手下一班流氓 缠上。 The Witness 我是证人 CHINESE/KOREAN Director: Ahn Sang-hoon; Cast: Yang Mi, Lu Han PG 112 mins

Police officer Xiao Xing loses her eyesight in a car accident and has to retire. Years later, after hearing a car accident, her police training kicks in and she suspects the driver has fled the scene with the victim.

The police confirm that her theory fits in with a recent spate of disappearances. 警官小星在一场车祸中双目失 明而被迫退休。数年后，在听 到一场车祸之后，她的学警训 练触动直觉，她怀疑司机跟受 害人逃离了现场。警察确定她 的理论跟最近的一系列失踪 案吻合。

The Beauty Inside Director: JongYeol Baek; Cast: Hyo-ju Han, Seo Joon Park, Juri Ueno PG-13 127 mins CHINESE/KOREAN

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TAMIL/HINDI Director: M. Raja; Cast: Jeyam Ravi, Nayanthara, Arvind Swamy R 120 mins

The Witness

wakes up every morning to find he’s assumed a new identity. An old man, a little boy, a lady and a foreigner make up the list of his supernatural identities.

The Exclusive: Beat The Devil's Tattoo CHINESE/KOREAN Director: Roh Deok; Cast: Cho Jung-seok, Lee Ha-na, Lee Mi-sook PG-13 125 mins

Moo-hyeok’s marriage is failing and his job as a newspaper reporter is on the line. After stumbling across crucial information about a murder suspect, he searches his home and finds evidence in the strangest of places.

Yevade Subramanyam Director: Nag Ashwin; Cast: Nani, Malavika Nair, Vijay Deverakonda G 120 mins

Mithran is on a mission to bring down the industrialists and politicians who continue to deny the nation of medicine. He goes up against Siddharth Abhimanyu, a corrupt scientist.

Drishyam TAMIL/HINDI Director: Nishikant Kamat; Cast: Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, Tabu PG-13 131 mins

Vijay Salgaonkar's seemingly happy life takes a bizarre turn when his family commits a crime. He goes to extreme lengths to save his family from the dark side of the law.

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Subbu is a businessman who lives the high life. When his childhood friend Rishi arrives, his free-spirited ways turn Subbu’s life upside down. The two embark on a journey to the Himalayas, and Subbu’s life changes forever.

Gabbar Is Back TAMIL/HINDI Director: Radha Krishna Jagarlamudi; Cast: Akshay Kumar, Shruti K. Haasan, Sunil Grover PG-13 120 mins

Taking matters into his own hands, a man plagued by misery seeks revenge on corrupt public servants. As a drastic action, he starts to kidnap and murder them.

G General Audience: Suitable for audiences of all ages. 大众：适合各 年龄观众观看。 PG Parental Guidance Suggested: Some material may not be suitable for children. 建议家长辅导：一些内容 可能不适合儿童观看。 PG-13 Parents Strongly Cautioned: Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. 强烈 警告家长：一些内容可能 不适宜13岁以下儿童观看。 R Restricted: Viewers under 17 years of age should be accompanied by a parent or an adult. 限制：17岁以下观众必须由 家长或成人陪同观看。

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she asks Blythe and the pets to help save her. They’ll first need to get past the Biskit twins and Monban, their high-tech robot.

Web Therapy

(Ep 11 will also be screened on overhead monitor) COMEDY 30 mins per episode

In episode 11, Mr Bean feigns an injury in an effort to score a stay in a luxurious hospital.

He ends up with real injuries when he falls into a broken elevator. In the next episode, he thinks his cat, Scrapper, has been accidentally put out with the trash. When he finds a look-alike in an SOS cat home, he sets all the cats free to distract the owner so he can steal the fake Scrapper.

The Noose, S8 Ep 4 COMEDY

CHILDREN

and bodies to the test as they take on bizarre physical challenges in the Unbeatable Banzuke. In some of the strangest challenges seen on TV, the contestants will face more than a dozen wild tasks.

30 mins

The Noose delves into the local party scene to see if the new alcohol consumption restrictions have affected it.

It also discloses why a local footballer is suing his own club on grounds of discrimination.

Phua Chu Kang, S8 Ep 3 COMEDY

My Little Pony – It Ain't Easy Being Breezies

30 mins

Phua Chu Kang temporarily loses his hearing and discovers that Rosie has hired a maid without telling him. This was because she wanted to make sure the maid wasn’t pretty enough to seduce her husband.

Chu Beng confronts Martha Lum and in doing so, invokes his shareholder rights.

Pop Street Magic, Ep 1 & 2 (Will also be screened on overhead monitor) COMEDY 30 mins per episode

Forget about the pigeons and rabbits in the hat because whatever you bring in your pockets is enough to create a fantastic magic moment.

Unbeatable Banzuke, Ep 5 & 6 (Will also be screened on overhead monitor) COMEDY 30 mins per episode

Wipe Out, S6 Ep 12 parts 1 & 2 COMEDY

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The New Adventure Of Figaro Pho – Figaro On Ice CHILDREN

DRAMA

60 mins

Beauty & The Beast, S2 Ep 3

CHILDREN

Transformers Rescue Bots – Spellbound

Bananas In Pyjamas S2 – Holes Galore & Rat's New Hat

CHILDREN

60 mins

When lots of holes suddenly appear in the park, the Bananas set out to find what caused them. Meanwhile, Rat is very upset when his hat gets damaged because how can he be Rat in the Hat if he has no hat?

Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, S1 Ep 1

Hi-5 – Learn Something New

60 mins

Rebecca Bunch has it all. A great job at a top-tier law firm and an amazing Manhattan apartment. But then she impulsively gives it all up and moves to West Covina, California in a desperate attempt to find love.

CHILDREN

60 mins

Norrie is grieving the death

Red Bull King Of The Air 2015 (Will also be screened on overhead monitor) LIFESTYLE/SPORTS 30 mins

30 mins

Join the Hi-5 gang as they pack a truckload of energy into their show. Get ready for some singing and dancing action as the group performs.

Held in Big Bay, Cape Town, the 2015 Red Bull King of the Air competition kicks off with 24 of the world’s best kiteboarders and thousands of fans watching on.

Luxe Asia – Chengdu (Will also be screened on overhead monitor) LIFESTYLE/SPORTS 30 mins

Littlest Pet Shop – Gailbreak!

CHILDREN

Under The Dome, S1 Ep 8

30 mins

When the Bots and the Burnses fall into mysterious mind-controlled trances, Cody must quickly find a way to wake them before he too is affected.

30 mins per episode

Catherine and Vincent are on the trail of a strange beast.

But they each have a secret agenda as to why they are tracking the creature in what quickly escalates to a game of cat-and-mouse.

DRAMA

30 mins

Winter has arrived in Cogville and Figaro is intent on winning an ice-skating competition. The only problem is that he has terrible skating skills. But Rivet has a pair of magic skates that might help him.

Web Therapy, S4 Ep 1 & 2 Fiona takes on an ironic new client, Maya Ganesh, who is a spiritual guru with anger issues. Besides that, Fiona and Kip try rekindling their marriage in solitude.

DRAMA

With her friends by her side, book-loving unicorn Twilight Sparkle is sent by Princess Celestia to Ponyville where she must learn about the charm and magic of true friendship.

of her mother while Big Jim learns that Ollie has seized control of food and water.

Big Jim makes plans to blow up Ollie’s well so that water will return to the other wells.

Meanwhile, Joe tells Julia about the mini-dome.

This show offers a truckload of thrills and spills, and boasts the title of having the world’s largest obstacle course. Join the brave contestants as they negotiate their way through the barriers, snags and complications in an effort to win a cash prize.

DRAMA

Competitors from all over the world put their minds

30 mins per episode

30 mins

30 mins

Zoe discovers that her sister Gail is trapped inside the Largest Ever Pet Shop so

Anita Kapoor takes us roving throughout the beautiful and incredibly diverse Asian continent.

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Wireless streaming instructions are available in your seat pocket Looking for the latest in luxury options, Anita explores China in this episode.

Explorers: Annelie Pompe in Deep Everest LIFESTYLE/SPORTS

30 mins

Annelie Pompe is a master mountaineer and diver. In this episode, she sets out to attain double accolades for being the first person to summit the world’s highest peak and make the world’s deepest dive.

The Scoop/Photo Face-Off 2, Ep 1 - 6

the natural world, diverse wildlife and the native people who live in and around this incredible body of water.

Child’s Dream DOCUMENTARY

60 mins

This show follows two young bankers who decide to leave behind their careers and devote themselves to helping people. Together, they create a relief organisation and do everything they can to aid children in Southeast Asia.

Dust And Stripes

LIFESTYLE/SPORTS

60 mins per episode

Three local amateur photographers go head to head every episode in order to be named the Photo Face-Off champion.

Each episode highlights one city, where photographers encounter different subjects such as mixed martial arts, street fashion and mountain biking in Singapore; street art, weddings and extreme sports in Penang; creepycrawly food in Chiang Mai; Vietnam’s City of Lakes; and the beautiful islands of Cebu and Bali.

Go Travel, S1 Ep 4 (Will also be screened on overhead monitor) LIFESTYLE/SPORTS 30 mins

Join Juanita as she goes underground in Manila and discovers what it takes to make the mystical lion head.

Meanwhile, Jonathan Putra hangs out with the boss of Livescapes, one of Southeast Asia’s leading events companies.

Amur – Asia's Amazon, Ep 3 DOCUMENTARY

60 mins

Dust And Stripes DOCUMENTARY

A documentary exploring parenthood and the fragility of life. Set against the backdrop of Botswana’s arid saltpans, Dust and Stripes tells the story of the 20,000 zebras that chase the summer rain in their quest for survival.

Battle For Taste 2, Ep 7 斗味第二季 CHINESE

60 mins

The battle brings together the best chefs from two of China’s food capitals – Hangzhou and Xi'an. This taste tussle sees 12 chefs showcase their skills to take the ultimate taste title. 来自中国两大美食之都—— 杭州和西安的最优秀厨师 大比拼。十二名大厨师在比 赛中大显身手争夺终极 烹饪宝座。 Go Fighting, Ep 1 极限挑战-第一集 CHINESE

The Amur or Heilongjiang is one of the most powerful rivers on earth. This epic three-part series looks at

60 mins

compete in a variety of games at different landmarks.

Stylist Man: The Chef – Ella Chen & Chris Wu 型男大主厨 - 陈嘉桦与吴慷仁

Catch up on all the latest news, Bollywood gossip and the lives of the who’s who of the Indian film Iindustry.

In this episode, the host catches up with Gulzar Saab, Meghna Gulzar, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Madhur Bhandarkar.

CHINESE

60 mins

Each guest has 10 minutes to cook up a storm, using ingredients in keeping with the allotted theme.

Originality is the name of the game as the results are rated by a professional chef. 每位嘉宾必须在十分钟内按主 题使用材料精心制作好菜。竞 赛的精髓是必须富创作性，比 赛结果由专业厨师评审。 Xiaoyan Night – Celebrities' Marriages 小燕之夜剧集 名人的婚姻 CHINESE

60 mins

Take a trip down memory lane and revisit the heart-throbs who set teenage pulses racing.

Find out what happened to them, who got married, who remained single and what role fame played in their love lives. 踏上回忆之旅，重温让青少年 脉搏加速的名人的生活事。看 看他们身上发生了什么事情、 谁结婚了、谁依然单身，以及名 气在他们的爱情生活中扮演着 怎样的角色。

Hangout – Gulzar Saab, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan & Madhur Bhandarkar INDIAN

30 mins

Movie Magic – Rudhramadevi INDIAN

42 mins

This notable Ayudha Pooja programme presents a delightful and dynamic interview with Rana Daggubati and Anushka Shetty – the two leads in the new release bilingual historic movie, Rudhramadevi.

My Trip My Adventure – Makassar BAHASA

30 mins

Vicky and Hamish travel far and wide on well-worn roads and go off the beaten track to discover everything they can about the beautiful and diverse nation of Indonesia.

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Law Of The Jungle – Dec 11th KOREAN

90 mins

Lee Sang Yeob and Gong Hyun Joo head for the jungle.

Putting their relationship to the test, the couple must brave the elements and survive the numerous challenges of jungle life.

Running Man – Nov 8th KOREAN

60 mins

100 mins

A Chinese variety show where guests compete against each other, showing off their

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charm, wisdom and strength in a series of missions held at various landmarks. 一场中国综艺节目，嘉宾互相 斗智斗勇，在一系列在不同地 点执行的任务中展示自己的魅 力、智慧和体力。

This popular South Korean variety show has gathered a loyal audience in its long run. It features regulars who

Tetangga Masa Gitu?, Ep 1 BAHASA

30 mins

A comedy about marriage told through the lives of two married couples. The first couple have been married for 10 years, while the other couple tied the knot just eight days ago. They share their stories and anecdotes about married life.

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This Is Acting

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The Ties That Bind: The River Collection

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Hyuna/Universal

Made In The A.M. One Direction/Sony Music Entertainment

25 Adele/Sony Music Entertainment

Blackstar David Bowie/Sony Music Entertainment

Breathe In. Breathe Out.

Piece By Piece

CNBLUE/Warner Music

Pink Memory

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The Singles

The Bright Side

Kelly Clarkson/Sony Music Entertainment

BTOB/Universal

2gether

The Best Of The Best

#1 To Infinity

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I Mean

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A+

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Forever

Act. 7

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Whitney Houston Live: Her Greatest Performance Whitney Houston/Sony Music Entertainment

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Ordinary

Model 模特

Who Are You – School 2015 (OST)

MANDARIN – ALL TIME FAVOURITES

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Complete

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1994-2008 Best Collection 新歌+精选豪华典藏限量盘

In The Mood For Love Pt. 1 BTS/Universal

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EASY LISTENING

CLASSICAL

The Piano Guys – Live!

Kaleidoscope

What Is Troubling You 你在烦 恼什么

The Piano Guys/Sony Music Entertainment

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Sodagreen 苏打绿/Universal Music

Beethoven Symphonies 4 & 5

The Greatest Mandopop Duets 巨星金曲合唱篇

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R&B / JAZZ Double Vision

Prince Royce/Sony Music Entertainment

When You Wish Upon A Star Bill Frisell/Sony Music Entertainment

Coming Home Leon Bridges/Sony Music Entertainment

Royalty (Deluxe Edition)

Nikolaus Harnoncourt, Concentus Musicus of Vienna/Sony Classical

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Tchaikovsky – Swan Lake

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MANDARIN – NEW HITS Fanfan’s Time To Give Thanks 范范的感恩节

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Unbroken 一直微笑

Wildheart

YOU 妳

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Miguel/Sony Music Entertainment

Alex Chou 周予天/Sony Music

Jackie

Back To The Future 有事吗？

Ciara/Sony Music Entertainment

Da Mouth 大嘴巴/Universal Music

A Twist Of Rit

Love Odyssey 替我照顾她

Made In Brazil Elaine Elias/Universal Music

OLD FAVOURITES

The Cutting Edge 1965-1966 The Bootleg Series Vol. 12 Bob Dylan/Sony Music Entertainment

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Maggie Teng 邓妙华/EQ Music

Mawi/Sony Music Entertainment

Thank You 谢谢你

Juara Fantasia

Greatest Hits 童乐会

Chris Brown/Sony Music Entertainment

Lee Ritenour/Universal Music

Gerhana Ska Cinta/Sony Music Entertainment

Long Piao Piao 龙飘飘/Sony Music

Keys To Mozart

Hu Xia 胡夏/Sony Music

Guilt 罪恶感

The Best Of

Best Of Maggie Teng 钻石系列：邓妙华

The Vienna Philharmonic With Zubin Mehta & Rudolf Buchbinder/ Sony Classical

2Cellos/Sony Classical

Satu Sama

Klangit/Sony Music Entertainment

MANDARIN – OLDIES

Summer Night Concert 2015

Rudolf Buchbinder/Sony Classical

MALAY / INDO

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Celloverse

4minute/Universal

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Bach

Crazy

Mawi…Lagi World

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Dragon's Love 龙情密语

SO7 Hits Vol. 1 Sheila On 7/Sony Music Entertainment

Angus Tung 童安格/Universal Music

Unplugged

Best Of Tiger Huang 钻石系列：黄小琥

Nada

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Fique

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Ungu/SRC Records

You Ren Gong Ming 有人共鸣

Malam Ini Kita Punya

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Mozaik

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Bunkface/Sony Music

Grasshopper 101 CD 1 & 2 草蜢音乐大全101 CD 3 & 4

TAMIL / HINDI

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Dilwale

Forever Stars – The Eternal: Jacky Cheung 世纪10星 – 永恒篇: 张学友

Various/Sony Music Entertainment

Best Of A.R Rahman A.R Rahman/T-Series

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Size Zero Various/T-Series

Getting Ready 准备中

Masala Padam

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Various/T-Series

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Dil Dhadakne Do

Mr./Universal Music

Various/T-Series

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Kochadaiiyaan

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Maan Karate

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Aiyo, Not Bad 哎哟，不错哦

True Legend CD 3 & 4

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