MAGAZINE jetstar MAGAZINE
AUGUST 2016
SINGAPORE I PENANG I BALI
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Making a difference INSIDER 07 I NEWS What’s hot and happening this month
38 I FOODIE FOCUS
58 I PHOTO ESSAY
Warm up with tasty hot pots across Asia
National Day special: a day in the life of Singapore
24 I INSTAGRAMABLE
41 I SHOP IT
84 I TRAVEL TALES
The best spots to get snap happy in Kuala Lumpur
The coolest homegrown gifts from Singapore
A not-so-zen getaway for one
Events across the network
27 I WHAT’S IN MY SUITCASE?
43 I BEAUTY ON THE FLY
12 I IN PROFILE
Find out what a stylish magazine editor packs when she travels
10 I THE HOT LIST
Meet the women making a difference in Cambodia
15 I 5 OF THE BEST COVER ARTWORK GUY SHIELD
21 I DAY TRIPPER Just a short train ride from Osaka, Himeji awaits you
Great train journeys
18 I POSTCODE Discover the action in Manila’s buzzing Poblacion
29 I DRINK TREND
Face masks to refresh and revitalise
INSPIRE
The quirky café serving some of Jakarta’s best coffee
46 I BALI’S NEW BOUNTY
32 I TRADITION TALKS
Discover the lavish new side to the Island of the Gods
Vietnam’s highland houses
35 I TRAVEL TREND
53 I CREATIVES, LAKSA & CATS
Socially responsible businesses that are giving back
Check out Penang’s innovative arts festival this month
INFLIGHT 68 I Jetstar news 69 I Quiz 71 I Winners – #StarJourneys 72 I Where we fly
Welcome I From the CEO
EDITORIAL For all editorial enquiries, please email Jetstarasia@hardiegrant.com.au Publisher Christine Dixon Managing Editor Chloe de Ridder Editor Pearlyn Tham Editor (Acting) Vanessa Mulquiney Art Director Dan Morley Senior Designer Sue Morony Chief Sub Editor Sophie Hull Editorial and Advertising Assistant Alana Young
Welcome aboard AUGUST 2016
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Happy Birthday to Singapore
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ur Jetstar values underpin how our teams work with each other and look after our people and our customers. The values of being safe and responsible; working as one team; being energetically efficient; having a can-do attitude; genuinely caring; and being passionate about enjoyment are the pillars that we rally round to get things done. These values were recently on display as our one of our customers, Ms Pigason, recently shared with us on Facebook how she had the ‘best delayed flight experience of her life’. She recounted how impressed she was with the handling of passengers and the service she
received on board the flight. She praised the pilot and cabin crew for caring more and giving more. In your Jetstar travels, do share with us your customer experience as we continue to strive to raise the bar on service. We believe that has helped us top the 2016 Skytrax list as the best Singapore-based low cost carrier (LCC) and kept us in the World’s best LCC list for the last four years. We thank you for your continued support and have a safe flight! To all Singaporeans, Happy National Day!
Barathan Pasupathi CEO, Jetstar Asia Airways
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AUGUST HIGHLIGHTS
Japan and beyond
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Five years ago this month we announced our plans to start the first-ever domestic low-fares airline in Japan.
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ith a lot of passion and plenty of hard work from our team, we launched Jetstar Japan ahead of schedule the following year to much local fanfare. In our first week we had just three aircraft flying to five domestic destinations. Now we offer international flights to Hong Kong, Taipei and Manila, as well as domestic flights to 11 Japanese destinations with 20 aircraft.
Here are just some of the things we love in this month’s issue – enjoy!
We’re proudly the largest low-fares airline in the country, and more Japanese travellers than ever turn to us as they make plans to visit loved ones or jet off for new adventures. Of course, our growth in Japan is also good news for customers in Southeast Asia. With direct services from Singapore, Taipei, Manila and Hong Kong offering easy connections to Jetstar Japan’s domestic network, it’s never been easier to explore Japan on a budget. And as we expand in places like Japan, it gives us the economies of scale we need to help keep fares consistently low right across the 81 destinations. Thanks for flying Jetstar.
Luxury in Bali p46
The coolest things from the Lion City
Singapore gifts p41
Jayne Hrdlicka Jetstar Group CEO
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Romantics, take note. August 9 marks The Double Seventh, or Qixi, Festival in China this year. Otherwise known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, it’s one of the most romantic, traditional festivals and, just like western Valentine’s Day, people send their loves flowers. Usually, young women are the key participants, demonstrating their domestic skills; praying for happiness, wealth, and longevity (p10).
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Insider I NEWS
Uncover sacred objects
On the radar Be inspired for your next adventure with everything new and noteworthy across the Jetstar Asia network
Thai islands are firm favourites
Celebrating the sacred
Three of Thailand’s southern islands have ranked highly in the 2016 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for the ‘Islands’ category. Phuket gained 2nd place in Asia and 8th in the overall global ranking, while Ko Samui and Koh Tao also made the top five Asia list. The winners were determined by the quantity and quality of reviews and ratings for hotels, restaurants and attractions over the course of a year.
The recently refurbished Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore has premiered a worldfirst exhibition, Christianity in Asia: Sacred Art and Visual Splendour. The exhibition traces the role Asia has played in the spread of Christianity with more than 150 objects from six countries on display. acm.org.sg
FOODIE’S HAVEN After two successful runs in Singapore, the World Street Food Congress was greeted in Manila by 73,000 hungry foodies in April. The five-day festival delivered the best street food from around the world including Asian classics like Malaysia’s assam laksa, Thailand’s hoy tord, Vietnam’s banh xeo and Singapore’s kway chap. Not lucky enough to be there? You’ll have to hit the streets on a countryhopping trip to devour these must-try dishes.
JAPANESE CUISINE IN THE LEAD Upgrade your Vietnam voyage Driven by a mantra of stay, spa, shop, the Reverie Saigon has a new package dubbed ‘Haute Ho Chi Minh’. It combines a resort stay with a three-hour shopping experience in Ho Chi Minh City, followed by treatments at the hotel’s new marble and mosaicdecorated spa, including traditional Vietnamese cupping, Tibetan-style massage and a seaweed hot stone experience. Priced from US$1,656 (S$2,248). thereveriesaigon.com
Feeling lucky? The team behind the awardwinning Cantonese restaurant Li Bai in Singapore has opened a new restaurant, the Full of Luck Club, in Holland Village. This progressive, contemporary take on Cantonese cuisine incorporates Li Bai classics such as crispy aromatic duck with a new Bao Bar. The restaurant also offers Asian-inspired cocktails and craft beer from the Hong Kong Beer Company. fullofluck.club
Three of Japan’s finest restaurants have made it into a new guide to the world’s best dining. La Liste, convened by French diplomat Philippe Faure with an international team, has listed Tokyo’s Kyo Aji, Kyubey and Joël Robuchon in the top 10 best restaurants in the world. Only France equalled the number of restaurants in the top 10. The rankings were based on sources including Michelin stars, Zagat reviews and even Yelp ratings. laliste.com/en
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The Epicurean Market is three heady days of tasting, teaching and partying
WINE, DINE – AND MORE MAKE ROOM IN YOUR BELLY FOR THE EPICUREAN MARKET, WHICH RETURNS TO MARINA BAY SANDS FOR ITS FOURTH YEAR
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CULINARY FANS, make sure you are in Singapore from August 12 to 14. That’s when Marina Bay Sands will be holding its Epicurean Market at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre. You can expect everything gourmet at this popular fair, with a firm favourite being the pop-up stalls serving up dishes from the celebrity chef restaurants at Marina Bay Sands. Turn up early if you want to be first in line for a taste of Daniel Boulud or Tetsuya Wakuda’s signature cooking styles. And to get advice straight from these gods of food, head to their workshops where they’ll share their secrets directly with you. The Farmers’ Market is good news for home cooks as this year: it promises more stalls than
Become a kitchen master with workshops from the experts
ever selling fresh produce and artisanal products like specialty cheeses, sockeye salmon, and juicy Campari tomatoes from Asia, Europe and North America. Don’t miss CUT Butchery, with premium meat from Wolfgang Puck’s world-class suppliers. This year’s new participants include the critically acclaimed Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, which will open
at Marina Bay Sands in 2017. Yardbird will offer Southern American favourites including a family recipe of 27-hour brined crispy fried chicken with waffles, served up personally by its founder John Kunkel and his team. You can also expect award-winning restaurants North and The Golden Peacock from the Venetian Macao, Marina Bay Sands’ sister
Still not enough? Relax – there’s some serious after-party action. On August 12 and 13, these parties feature live DJs, creative cocktails and, of course, fabulous food. Three-day passes cost S$35 and include a pair of Schott Zwiesel champagne flutes and entry to the after parties. Marinabaysands. com/epicureanmarket property in Macau. If all that makes you thirsty, grab a Sister Golden Ale from Singaporean microbrewery Little Island Brewery or something stronger from Proof and Company.
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The hot list
Get grooving to smooth tunes
This month, music is on the calendar with smooth jazz in Bali at the Ubud Village Jazz Festival and Jazz Market
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Jazz it up
Marina Bay Sands’ popular hot spot, Adrift, has launched special nights to get you through the week. On Tuesdays get social with half-price cocktails, (including Adrift’s take on the Singapore Sling), while on ‘Whisky Wednesdays’ you can enjoy half-price premium whiskies.
August 12–13 One-day tickets IDR400,000 (S$40)
This year’s fourth annual Ubud Village Jazz Festival features legendary Indonesian jazz musicians such as Margie Siegers, Oele Pattiselano and Bali Gypsy Fire. ubudvillagejazzfestival.com
Adrift is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks – and a menu of late-night bites is available daily. Visit marinabaysands.com/ Adrift or phone +65 6688 5657.
A labour of love
Half-price cocktails!
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Look at the books Until August 28 From the Stacks, a new exhibition Singapore’s National Library, showcases more than 100 Singaporean artefacts from the 18th and 19th centuries. Highlights include letters from Sir Stamford Raffles to his wife, never before seen in public, and Handbook to Singapore, a guidebook written in 1892 for Singapore’s earliest tourists. nlb.gov.sg/exhibitions.
The Top End gets artsy August 4–21 The Darwin Festival returns this month with a heady mix of everything creative, from comedy to visual arts. The cracker line-up includes Australian singer/songwriter Sarah Blasko, Indigenous group Nabarlek, renowned Indonesian choreographer and dancer Rianto, and many more. darwinfestival.org.au.
Qixi, the Chinese equivalent of Valentine’s Day, takes place on August 9 this year. In ancient tradition, single women across China engage in tasks and competitions to impress potential lovers. To improve your luck in love, head to Lovers’ Rock in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, to make an offering.
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LIVE AND LEARN CHARITY CEO LUCY PERRY’S WORK IS CHANGING THE LIVES OF SOME OF THE WORLD’S POOREST PEOPLE. SHE SHARES WHAT MOTIVATES HER
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riginally a small orphanage, Sunrise Cambodia is now a worldclass organisation helping at-risk families and communities in some of the most poverty-stricken provinces of Cambodia.
What are Sunrise Cambodia’s main causes?
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It favours community development, which includes funding schools, health centres, sanitation and water projects, as well as infrastructure like bridges, and support for families as a whole. Sometimes the villages need extra support just to stay above the poverty line and keep their children safe and well.
Geraldine Cox and Lucy Perry have taken Sunrise Cambodia from strength to strength
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Tell us about the new Brains Trust Appeal.
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The appeal aims to raise A$500,000 (S$498,250) to fund vocational training for 1,000 young Cambodians, giving them the skills they need for long-term employment. Cambodia is still suffering from the aftermath of Pol Pot’s slaughter of almost a quarter of the population [from 1975 onwards]. Today, Cambodia struggles with a lack of qualified academics and experienced tradespeople. Millions live in grinding poverty, desperate for a chance to learn and live with purpose. If we can achieve our target, more people will have access to education beyond school, [vocational training to become a chef, for example] and we’ll see a road to recovery for this beautiful country.
How did you get involved in charities?
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After 20 years leading a creative services firm, I was itching for a new adventure. My first professional role in this sector was the CEO of a women’s health charity. In less than three years, my
team raised A$3,000,000 (S$2,989,000) for a network of hospitals in Ethiopia. Knowing my work can change the lives of some of the world’s poorest people is what motivates me.
When Sunrise Cambodia founder and legendary humanitarian Geraldine Cox approached you to lead the charity, did you need time to think about it?
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She won me over with her dedication to the cause. Geraldine had been slogging it out on her own to raise A$2,000,000 (S$1,993,000) a year with a strategy based on good public relations and keynote speaking. But at age 70, with a serious cancer scare behind her, she was looking for a creative fundraiser to secure her legacy so that she could take a break.
Who are your role models?
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The people we serve in Cambodia. I have
Clockwise from left: Lucy Perry (right) and Geraldine Cox; supporting children through school; new weather-proof homes
13 pictures of them on the wall by my desk. When I feel like I’m winning on their behalf, I grin at them. When I’m losing, I can’t even look up at them. I’m also inspired by feminist icon Gloria Steinem, who at 82 is still fighting for women’s rights, and of course, Geraldine Cox.
What’s the secret to successful fundraising?
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Fun! If supporting a charity is fun and engaging, donors will never let you go. As part of the Brains Trust Appeal we have produced handknitted, brain-shaped beanies (available at sunrisecambodia.org. au/shop). The sale of each beanie covers the
cost of learning materials for vocational training for one Cambodian student.
What’s a typical workday like for you?
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I may spend a few days in the Sunrise Cambodia fundraising office [in Australia] working with my team, followed by a couple of days on the road, meeting donors or presenting.
What lessons do you hope to impart to your children?
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I hope they grow up to be courageous and kind. I hope they are willing to fight the good fight. And I really hope they take pleasure in the simple things. For more information about Sunrise Cambodia, visit sunrisecambodia.org.au.
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2. BEST FOR AN ICONIC VIEW
Watch as the world whizzes by
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Ride Asia’s rails The romance (and convenience!) of train travel is well and truly alive with these five scenic rail adventures
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rom comfy high-speed railways to bumpy commuter carriages, train travel remains one of the best ways to enjoy Asia’s dramatic and diverse scenery.
1. BEST FOR A LOCAL EXPERIENCE Built by the British in the mid 1950s, Yangon’s busiest and only commuter line serves an average of 100,000 Yangonites (and their wares) each day. The journey starts at the beautiful Yangon Central Railway Station before beginning a 39-station loop that covers nearly 46km and takes about three hours to complete. Along the way, the scenery is a combination
of rustic villages and green rice paddies with highlights including the Bogyoke and Hledan markets, and the goldburnished Kabar Aye Pagoda in the town of Yegu. There’s not a dull moment on board the train either, with monks in orange robes, food vendors selling coffee and betel nuts and people bound for the market transporting everything from bags of produce to live chickens. Yangon’s Circular Railway starts and ends at Yangon Central Station, but you can hop off and on along the way. Tickets start from approximately 200 kyats (S$0.23) for a seat in a non-air conditioned carriage and must be bought from platform seven.
Top to bottom: Travel like the locals on Yangon’s commuter train; the Tokaido Shinkansen line boasts incredible views
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When the Tokaido Shinkansen train line – connecting Tokyo with Osaka – opened in 1964, it was the world’s first high-speed railway. Today, it remains one of Japan’s most popular lines combining the comfort and punctuality of high-speed rail travel with some spectacular views. Starting in Tokyo, the train travels along the coast, stopping at Yokohama before being dwarfed by the snowcapped peak of a rising Mount Fuji. The train then stops in Nagoya before travelling the southeastern border of Lake Biwa. The next stop is the former capital of Kyoto, and a popular place to alight before the train reaches its final destination at bustling Osaka. Trains depart from Tokyo station (Marunouchi district) and Shinagawa station (Minato district) with three speed options. From Tokyo to Osaka, options take between 2.5 hours to over four hours and tickets start from JPY14,140 (S$182).
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A trip along the Thai-Burma railway can be like a journey back in time
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A trip along the Thai-Burma Railway is a journey back to the Second World War when allied prisoners of war built the tracks. Highlights include the historical Bridge on the River Kwai (immortalised by Hollywood) and the Wampo viaduct, both completed in 1943. Here, the train follows a series of trestle bridges over the Kwae Noi river while passing limestone cliffs. Most of the landscape is a series of flat, lush green fields harbouring rice paddies or fruit farms, so you’ll know you’re close to Kanchanaburi – the final stop – when mountains appear. It takes about two hours to travel from Thonburi station in Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. Tickets can be purchased
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3 from the station for THB100 (S$4). On weekends, a tourist train leaves Bangkok’s Hualamphong Station with extended stops to allow travellers enough time to walk across the Bridge on the River Kwai and visit Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. A round trip costs THB240 (S$9) for a second-class airconditioned seat.
4. BEST FOR SURF & SAND Opened in 2010, the Hainan Eastern Ring High-Speed Railway is the train line for
Top to bottom: the Thai-Burma Railway; Indonesia’s Argo Wilis; stop in Bo’ao, Hainan on the Eastern Ring journey
5 beach lovers. Travelling more than 300km along the eastern shore of Hainan, the train journey begins in the capital of Haikou. At Wenchang, Hainan’s longest coastline, bask in the city’s aquamarine waters, beige sand and low, rolling hills before passing through the quiet fishing town of Bo’ao and its narrow Jade Belt Beach. The line ends in Sanya, where a sunset walk along the Coconut Dream Corridor at Sanya Bay is one of the island’s most romantic experiences. Most trains depart from Haikou East Railway Station and alight at Sanya station. Standard class tickets cost RMB95 (S$19).
5. BEST FOR A SLOW AND SCENIC JOURNEY Indonesia’s Argo Wilis is one of the world’s lesser known but nevertheless great train journeys. This meandering 12-hour journey travels around 696km across Java, allowing plenty of time to hit the onboard restaurant and soak up the island’s dramatic scenery. It begins in Surabaya and travels west, making a stop at the vibrant city of Yogyakarta. From here, the landscape unfolds in a string of terraced rice paddies, green hills and even volcanoes. The Argo Wilis departs Surabaya Gubeng station daily at 7am and arrives at Bandung at approximately 7pm. Tickets cost from IDR345,000 (S$35).
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Catch the action in Poblacion Manila’s Poblacion offers a juxtaposition of luxe enclaves next to makeshift homes, and places of worship a stone’s throw from buzzing bars. It’s also home to a new wave of restaurants, lodging and art galleries
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Hole in the Wall This isn’t your average food court. The foodie’s mecca offers a spirited selection of some of the most exciting and delicious food concepts in the country. Save space for peanut butter fudge cookies and flavoured milk from Scout’s Honor, hearty gourmet pizzas from Serious Dough, as well as tasty smoked meats and sandwiches from Mister Delicious. Level 4 Century City Mall, Kalayaan Ave, +63 02 801 1230; holeinthewall.ph
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Le Café Curieux For a dose of French bohemian flair, make a beeline for Le Café Curieux. Grab a spot in the café’s shabby-chic garden and kick back with a glass of rosé while enjoying live music and the laid-back atmosphere. Events include art exhibitions and Burgundy fondue nights. Tuck into authentic French eats such as escargots (snails) cooked in garlic butter, PHP210 (S$6.15), and onion soup, PHP290 (S$8.50). Bel Air Soho Building, Badajos St, +63 0905 482 6371; cafecurieux.ph
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El Chupacabra This small – yet always bustling – open-air taqueria on Felipe Street is inspired by Mexico’s gritty street food scene. If you’re coming after sunset, be prepared to wait roadside for your table where you’ll be able to order margaritas by the glass or pitcher. Once seated, order a selection of piping-hot soft corn tacos such as the best-selling carne asada, PHP105 (S$3). 5782 Felipe St, +63 895 1919; facebook.com/ elchupacabraph
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Pineapple Lab
WORDS MARISSE GABRIELLE REYES ILLUSTRATION GRACE LEE
Get your ultimate creativity fix at this artsy, multifunctional space. There’s an eclectic mixture of events and activities to partake in here that occur almost daily, such as comedy improvisational skits, art exhibitions, plays, poetry slams, and indie film screenings. Check out the quirky workshops program to hone creative skills from playwriting to sketching. 6071 R. Palma St, +63 02 834 5763; pineapplelab.ph
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Lokal Hostel Mix and mingle with fellow budgetconscious travellers on the rooftop deck at Lokal Hostel where simple yet well-appointed dorms, PHP600 (S$18), and private rooms, PHP1,400 (S$41), are available. Located right on the dizzying P. Burgos Street, these digs are great for anyone who’s looking to get acquainted with Manila’s mayhem. 3F 5023 P. Burgos St, +63 02 890 0927; lokalhostel.com
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Tambai Yakitori is an easy sell in the Philippines as skewered barbecued meat, or inihaw, is an integral part of Manila’s street food scene. The wildly popular Tambai on Felipe Street is literally a hole-in-the-wall with tiny tables and chairs that spill out onto the street. But it’s lots of sticky, noisy, and smoky fun with delicious sticks of classic yakitori coming off the grill, best accompanied by local beer. 5779 Felipe St, +63 917 724 4654; facebook.com/tambaiph
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La Casita Mercedes Bed and breakfast La Casita Mercedes, housed in a 1930s building, is modelled after a traditional Filipino heritage home. Colourful, Spanish-style mosaic tiles line the floors and collections of antiques adorn the shelves and tabletops. Stay in one of the welcoming guest rooms, priced from PHP1,500 (S$44) a night and experience an oasis of calm in this busy barangay (district). 5956 Enriquez St (corner of Fermina St), +63 02 887 4385; lacasitamercedes.com
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24 HOURS IN
HIMEJI Just an hour’s train ride from Osaka, this city is home to ancient castles and temples, and offers unique eats like sweet almond butter toast (yum!)
WORDS SASHA GONZALES PHOTOS ALAMY; HIMEJI CITY; ©KANAZAWA CITY/©JNTO; KOBA & MORE
8AM GET A SWEET START Himeji is famous for a number of dishes you’d be hardpressed to find elsewhere in Japan. Almond butter toast is one of them, and Hamamoto Coffee is said to be the best place to try it. You get a thick slab of toasted white bread topped with a mix of almond butter, sugar and crunchy sliced almonds. Pair your toast with a hot siphon coffee – the café’s signature beverage – or an icy-cold café au lait float. Where: 49 Nikaimachi, +81 79 282 2233
Fun fact If Himeji Castle looks familiar, it’s because it appeared in the 1967 James Bond movie You Only Live Twice and the 1980 TV miniseries Shōgun.
Guess the film: does this castle look familiar? 9.30AM HISTORICAL WONDER The city was once an important castle town, and evidence of this still remains. Set on a hill, the 17th-century Himeji Castle was constructed as a fortress for feudal lords. It has 83 buildings and includes countless defensive structures like moats, gates, intricate mazes, and high, thick walls. The brilliant-white complex was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, and a recent extensive refurbishment left it with new roof tiles and a paint job. Adult admission costs JPY1,000 (S$12.80). Where: 68 Honmachi, +81 79 285 1146; himejicastle.jp
Top to bottom: Kōko-en Garden is a Japanese garden located next to Himeji Castle; Himeji Castle at dusk
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4.30PM SHOP AT A SHŌTENGAI
Enter for springy, tasty noodles – yum! Clockwise from top: Koba & More; wagashi sweet treats; finish your day off with some sake; catch the train from Himeji to Fukusaki
12PM NOODLE BREAK
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Koba & More is a small, unpretentious noodle joint that specialises in milk ramen – springy noodles served in a savoury milk-based broth, and garnished with meat, shreds of spring onion and a hardboiled egg. Other menu highlights include fresh gyoza and spicy curry ramen. As well as the food, regulars rave about the restaurant’s eclectic décor and Chef Koba’s taste in music – the restaurant plays jazz all day long. Where: 59 Gofukumachi, +81 79 225 1357; eonet.ne.jp/~kobamore/
8PM JAPANESE PUB DINNER
Regulars rave about the restaurant’s eclectic decor
1.30PM CULTURAL TRIP Take the Bantan Line train north to Fukusaki, a small town about a 30-minute trip from Himeji. Fukusaki is known for its festivals, which are held yearround and typically feature music, cultural performances, fireworks, shopping and food. It is also the birthplace of Kunio Yanagida (1875-1962), the father of Japanese folklore studies and author of the Japanese literary classic, The Legends of Tono. The house in which Yanagida grew up is still here and is open to the public.
Back in Himeji, break for some hot tea and a plate of wagashi. These traditional Japanese sweets, which include chewy mochi balls and red bean-filled cakes, are available just about everywhere. Then check out the Miyuki Street shopping district, a covered street mall that’s connected to Himeji Station. Traditionally known as shōtengai, it’s a good place to pick up souvenirs, clothes and gourmet food items or indulge in a manicure or spa treatment. Where: Miyuki-dori, Konyamachi, +81 079 284 0822; himeji-miyuki.or.jp Did you know? Old-fashioned shōtengai are fast disappearing as more big malls make their way to Japanese cities.
Gassai is a Japanese-style tavern that serves sake, beer and amazing traditional food – everything from oden (hotpot dishes) and tempura to sashimi and akashiyaki (small round dumplings). A favourite with locals, the establishment is spaced out over two floors, but sit at the counter for an authentic izakaya (pub) experience. Where: 161 Toyozawacho, +81 79 284 9898
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PETALING STREET Bustling Petaling Street is known for its night market, faux Gucci handbags and Chinese restaurants. While market wares and hawker food make for a great shot, you can’t miss the area’s iconic red gates. @pyscesng
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Bordered by heritage buildings, Merdeka Square is the place to capture some of Kuala Lumpur’s history – including its role as the site where Malaysian independence was declared in 1957.
KL FOREST ECO PARK Escape the city to Forest Eco Park, sometimes called Bukit Nanas, one of the oldest protected jungles in Malaysia. The new canopy walkway is the best place for a lush pic.
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MASJID JAMEK MOSQUE Built more than a century ago, this mosque is a striking historical landmark in a city of skyscrapers. It’s a spectacular mix of red and white brick minarets topped with onion-shaped domes. @josephbtc
KUALA LUMPUR BIRD PARK This is a treat for bird lovers and photographers alike, where many of the birds fly freely around the walk-in aviaries. Watch the soaring Brahminy Kite or feed one of the colourful parrot species for a wildlife #selfie.
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THEAN HOU TEMPLE This is one of the largest Chinese temples in South-East Asia. Built by the Hainanese community, the temple is a photographer’s dream with red pillars, colourful ceilings and carved facades.
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ISLAMIC ARTS MUSEUM This museum is home to some of the world’s most outstanding Islamic decorative arts including textiles, carpets, jewellery and pottery. The building itself is reason enough to visit, with its exquisite domes, intricate tile work and white and gold interiors.
BATU CAVES Just north of Kuala Lumpur you’ll find the limestone outcrops, Hindu temples and towering statues of the Batu Caves, attracting thousands of worshippers. You can’t miss the world’s second-largest statue of a Hindu deity, the golden Lord Murugan.
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I LIKE MY DARK BLUE MUJI SUITCASE for its compact size and minimalist design. No matter how much I travel, I’m still a slow and last-minute packer. Fortunately, thanks to my to-do list, I don’t forget my essentials. White leather trainers are my best travelling kicks because they are comfortable and versatile, dark blue skinny jeans suit my style
and I also carry a fedora hat with me all the time. I always have a notebook with me so I can jot down any ideas that pop up on a trip. I’m also a postcard enthusiast and sending some to my family and friends, and even to myself, is on my checklist on every trip. After a long day out, I pamper my skin with facial masks. I love travelling with good friends but when
I go solo, my Sally doll (the character from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas) keeps me company. I enjoy photographing her in different cities. I don’t have a favourite destination because for me, every trip is a new inspiration and every place has its own unique charm. If I could, I would revisit every country to experience it from a new perspective.
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ONE MAN, A BIKE AND A PLAN: MEET THE BRAINS BEHIND A QUIRKY JAKARTA CAFE, WHERE YOU CAN GET A CUP OF NITRO COLD-BREW MADE FROM WORLD-CLASS LOCAL BEANS
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or American photographer and long-time Jakarta resident Josh Estey, coffee is more than a pleasant kickstart to his day. It has led to a delicious blend of his passions for cycling, his dream of a car-free world, family business, and, of course, his love of the bean itself. “Indonesian coffee is some of the best in the world,” Estey enthuses. “Today there are all sorts of great micro roasters and nano roasters in Jakarta that are making amazing coffee.”
A few years ago, Estey was inspired to establish a new kind of cold-brew coffee bar. “I was in Ethiopia for work,” says Estey. “As I looked around I thought ‘wow, this is the home of coffee’. Indonesia has great coffee [as well] and I always wanted to do something with it. I wondered, ‘can I combine my love of bikes and coffee?’” “When I got back home, I started talking to my kids about it. I told them I had this idea of a ‘coffee bike’ – it seemed quite eccentric, but they
Indonesian coffee is some of the best in the world
were into it. So, I said ‘lets develop this project together,’” he says. Environmental concerns also served as inspiration for the bikebased business. “I love the idea of being on a bike, coming out on Car Free Day, being mobile and doing something that shakes people’s reality – it makes them go ‘wait a second; bikes, ice coffee,
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The pourover method provides a great show on the street
The cream of the coffee For more of Indonesia’s top coffee, try these roasters:
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This south Jakarta shop and roaster has a house blend that is ideal for a rich, chocolaty, smooth cappuccino. 19 Jalan Duren Tiga Raya, Pancoran, Daerah Khusus Ibukota, +62 21 7911 0054; facebook.com/ coffeesmithjkt/
Dapoer Kopi Try small-batch roaster Dapoer Kopi’s incredible single-origin Toraja. Pasar Santa BKS Kebayoran, Jalan Cipaku No. 91, +62 857 1694 6977; dapoerkopi-santa.com
fresh-ground coffee, all this stuff is awesome’. It gets people talking and it stands for what I believe in; I think we should get rid of our cars. It helps reduce the pollution.” Estey has been cycling the streets of Jakarta for more than 14 years – long before the now weekly Car Free Day was first introduced in 2007. Anyone in the biking world would be impressed to see his Surly Long Haul Trucker adapted for the coffee bar. On the modified rear there’s a
teak table with a custombuilt six-group pour-over station that also allows for the heating and grinding of fresh coffee from roasters Smoking Barrel Craft Coffee and Orchid. When Estey started Bear&Co more than two years ago, you could find him parked in Central Jakarta. “In three hours I would sell 40 pourovers and 40 cold brews”, which he says is “a lot” by coffee-shop standards in the city”. The pourover method provides a great show on the street as hot water Etsey in action with the Bear&Co bike
spills from a jug into a container of ground coffee, slowly filtering through. Locals and tourists would gather to watch Estey at work. “When it’s bubbling up, the smell blooms. It’s gorgeous. It’s so much fun and something people can do at home.” Estey crafts his coffees to suit the Indonesian palate. “I’d do sweet pourovers that are very fruity and citrusy and light. I have also made blends that are more chocolatey, because a lot of Indonesians like strong coffee. I would try and cover the full spectrum, and introduce people to the idea of specialty coffee and home brew.” The much-loved bike
coffee bar is now mostly retired, with the business recently evolving into a café at Jalan Veteran 1, Jakarta I, Jakarta Pusat, but still serving some of Indonesia’s best brews to keen coffeelovers. Located near Istiqlal Mosque and the National Monument, it’s a convenient spot for both tourists and locals to get their caffeine hit. Estey’s family has played a big part in the businesses’ journey and the family has recently expanded their business with a range of Bear&Co coffee products, including a bottled cold brew coffee called Grizzly. Order Bear&Co coffee online via bear-co.myshopify.com
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HEAD TO VIETNAM’S CENTRAL HIGHLANDS TO EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC TRIBAL CULTURE AND ARCHITECTURE
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ietnam’s Central Highlands, bordered to the west by Cambodia and Laos and to the east by a narrow coastal strip, is one of the country’s least-visited regions. This is where you’ll find most of Vietnam’s coffee plantations, as well as reclusive ethnic groups named montagnards (mountain people) by the French. The designs of houses built by these minority groups reveal traditions that bind them together – and the most memorable are the longhouses of the Ede
and the tall houses of the Bahnar. The Central Highlands are lush and arable and the climate is generally cool and pleasant, though some roads become impassable during the rainy season (May–November).
The gateway to the Central Highlands is Da Lat, a quaint town perched at 1,500m above sea level, which features some beautifully restored French villas. But, to see the inspirational architecture
Top to bottom: an Ede longhouse at the Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi; an Ede longhouse in Ako Dhong
of the minority groups, you’ll need to venture further north.
Long traditions Make your first stop Buon Ma Thuot, where the appealing aroma of coffee is constantly in the air, as the heart of Vietnam’s coffee-growing region. Once you’ve sampled a cup of the local speciality, it’s time to track down the Ede tribe. The easiest Ede village to locate is Ako Dhong, since it lies just a couple of kilometres north of Buon Ma Thuot. The Ede society is matrilineal, so when a girl living in the house marries, another
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stilts, and are usually accessed by sloping logs with steps cut into them. The interior consists of a large bamboo platform, which is big enough to accommodate all the residents of the village. The thatched roofs are pitched at a seemingly impossible angle, and the peak of the blade-shaped roof is decorated with a distinctive pattern that is different for each village. The rong is the focus of village life, and is used for
meetings, solving judicial disputes, and for the many Bahnar ceremonies and festivals, at which the locals wear tribal outfits, play gongs and sing. The most important of these ceremonies is a buffalo sacrifice. While it’s best to visit the Central Highlands to see these unusual houses in context, if you don’t have time, there are wellconstructed versions of each type at the Museum of Ethnology in Hanoi.
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weaving on old-fashioned looms and men making or repairing farming tools. compartment is built on to the longhouse to accommodate her and her husband. So, a family’s size and prosperity is evident from the length of the building, which can be up to 100m long. They are built on low stilts, and made of wood and bamboo, with a roof of thatch or tiles. A wooden stairway or precariously angled logs are propped up at the entrance. Inside the longhouse, the space is divided between a communal living area at the front of the building and separate rooms for sleeping further back. The living area is often busy with women
A matter of height Though Ede longhouses are very impressive, it’s the tall houses of the Bahnar, mostly located around Kon Tum, that provide the most iconic sights of Vietnam’s Central Highlands. The moment you step into a Bahnar village, your eyes are attracted to the rong, or communal house, which can reach up to 30m in height, though most are around 15–20m. It seems that for these ethnic groups, height matters, and the taller the rong, the greater the status of the village. These towering structures are built on
The taller the rong, the greater the status of the village Above left and below: Each rong has a distinctive pattern along the roof
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Add these social enterprises to your must-visit list: you can do your part for charity and the community while you get a mani or tuck into a meal
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The Nail Social takes socially responsible shopping to the next level
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ocial enterprises make it fun and rewarding for you to put your money where your heart is. While they need to be financially sustainable, the goal isn’t profits but channelling the money made into the community. These five businesses are raising awareness of important issues.
Anchora jewellery and Ashley & Co candles. It trains and hires underprivileged local women who face high barriers to employment, helping them to become self sufficient.
THE NAIL SOCIAL, SINGAPORE
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What is it? This nail salon offers manicures, pedicures, foot massages, coffee and snacks, plus fairtrade products such as
Who runs it? Nail industry veterans and entrepreneurs Cheryl Ou and Germaine Monteiro opened The Nail Social in January 2015.
Indulge in the three-hour Luxe Spa Manicure and Pedicure (S$130), including a foot mask, made from white Kaolin clay and a selection of essential oils.
THE BATIK BOUTIQUE, MALAYSIA What is it? Handmade batik fabric, purchased from familyrun businesses in rural Malaysia, is delivered to women in The Batik Boutique’s sewing training centre, where it’s made into unique gifts, fashion items and home accessories. Each purchase directly benefits the low-income artisans who made it and a portion of the profits also goes back to the communities the boutique works in to provide health care, financial literacy and continuing education.
In 2009, American Amy Blair became friends with Ana, a Malaysian single mum who needed extra income to support her family. Ana could sew, so the pair came up with the idea of making products from batik fabric. Amy gave these as gifts to family and friends, and before long she had requests from potential customers. The Batik Boutique now empowers women like Ana by offering them a fair, sustainable income. They now have more than 50 artisans working there.
Must-buy: Hand-dyed cotton neck scarves priced from MYR129 (S$43) each.
Insider I TRAVEL TREND Staying at Sala Baï Hotel will help young Cambodians towards a new career
SALA BAÏ, CAMBODIA What is it? The Sala Baï Hotel & Restaurant School in Siem Reap provides hospitality vocational training for young and disadvantaged Cambodians. Each yearr the school trains 100 0 people and covers the he students’ training fees e es and daily expenses. Sala Baï is not justt a school though, guests ts can visit for breakfast stt or lunch, or stay at the fully functional restaurant and hotel. l.
Find it The Nail Social, Singaporengapore Level 2, 42A Haji Lane, +65 6717 3221; thenailsocial.co
The Batik Boutique, Malaysia 3-2, Jalan 26/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, Kuala Lumpur, +60 323 036 052; thebatikboutique.com
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Sala Baï was founded d in 2002 by Agir pourr le Cambodge, a French non-governmental organisation created in response to the end of the Khmer Rouge regime.
Must-try: The ever-changing menu at the training restaurant includes an inventive mix of Asian and Western dishes, with the likes of steamed dumplings with mushrooms and smoked duck breast, and kaffir lime mousse IBakery’s yuzu madeleines. Yum!
with an almond tuile. A three-course meal is US$12 (S$16).
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Jeannie Javelosa opened their first ECHOstore in Serendra, Manila in 2008. The trio are proud to give market access to small and marginalised groups, bridging the gap to bring products to people who can appreciate them. Today, there are nine ECHOstore branches and kiosks all over the Philippines.
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Incorporating ECHOstore, ECHOcafé and ECHOmarket, this tri-concept business promotes a sustainable lifestyle, while supporting Filipino cultural traditions, artisans and farmers. Pop into the café for fresh salads and spring rolls, buy some fresh produce at the market and browse the store for handmade purses, natural cosmetics and household cleaning products.
Beauty products from the ECHO Body Basics range, such as moisturising cream scented with the Philippines national flower, sampaguita, PHP135 (S$4).
Who runs it? Filipinas Chit Juan, Reena Francisco and
IBAKERY GALLERY CAFÉ, CHINA What is it? iBakery Gallery Café employs and trains people with disabilities, particularly creating opportunities and possibilities for comparatively lowfunctioning disabled people. The social enterprise includes a
Sala Baï Hotel & Restaurant School, Cambodia Wat Svay, Tonle Sap Rd, Siem Reap, +855 63 963 329; salabai.com
ECHOstore, Philippines ECHOstore, ECHOcafé and ECHOmarket, G/F NDC Building, 116 Tordesillas St, Salcedo Village, Makati, +63 2 869 1516; echostore.ph
iBakery Gallery Café, China Shop 2, G/F, Block 2, Centenary Mansion, 1 Victoria Rd, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, +852 2816 5233; ibakery.tungwahcsd.org baking factory, bakeries, cookie shops, restaurants and snack kiosks.
Who runs it? iBakery was established in 2010 and operates under the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals. Today, there are four branches and three pop-up stores around Hong Kong.
Must-try: Green tea cookies, HK$50 (S$8.65) and yuzu madeleines, HK$50 for a box of four (S$8.65).
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WHETHER IT’S A SUPER-SPICY SOUP IN CHINA OR SINGAPORE’S LOVED FISH-HEAD STEAMBOAT, WE PAY HOMAGE TO THE VARIETY OF THESE DELICIOUS COMMUNAL MEALS – OR HOT POTS – ACROSS THE NETWORK
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he hot pot (or steamboat) is, of course, a culinary cornerstone of many cultures. The centuriesold meal has brought families together and kept them warm and fed throughout cold winter nights. Think of Chinese New Year, and the picture of a family gathering around an electric hot pot (traditionally a charcoal-fired pot) immediately comes to mind: with delectable pieces of seafood, succulent chunks of meat and plenty of crunchy vegetables being added into an aromatic, bubbling pot of soup stock while children wait hungrily as their favourite ingredient cooks. Before you know it, laughter fills the air as quick-aslightning chopsticks dart towards the soup picking out choice pieces of meat.
Enjoy traditional hot pot in a luxurious setting at JPot Getting hotter Unlike soup, which is cooked over a stove before being served, hot pot starts with communal cooking. The tasty hodgepodge of raw meat, vegetables and roots is added into constantly boiling water, and eaten almost the minute it is cooked. The more food is added, the richer the aroma and flavour of the broth. Mala (spicy) sauce, a Szechuan delicacy made from peppercorns and other spices, is still used today
in Chinese hot pots, warming up tummies and leaving a fantastically intense numbing sensation on the tongue. The popularity of the intense flavours of Chinese hot pots has lasted through the ages, including the chicken hot pot with a base of spicy black gravy, served in a giant claypot. Since then, the styles of hot pots have evolved in a variety of ways, depending on the country and culture. In Hong Kong and Taiwan, hot pot restaurants are a staple, ranging from mild chicken, herbal and even plain soy-based broths to the strongly flavoured and bright red mala broth.
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The more food is added, the richer the flavour of the broth In Thailand, a popular hot pot base is tom yum. Though spicy, it has more elements of sourness from the use of lemongrass, galangal and lime leaves and its intense flavour is sometimes lightened by coconut cream. Japan focuses on using dashi broth, a base made from konbu (dried kelp) and bonito (dried fish) flakes. This light broth – used in many Japanese soup dishes – is clear and salty, and often enhanced by soy, miso or other seasonings.
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In Singapore and Malaysia, there are a variety of hot pot styles. Malaysian lok lok, for example, can be found in stalls and food trucks around the country and refers to an assortment of food on skewers such as florets of broccoli, sausages, fish cakes – and even enoki mushrooms wrapped in bacon, which are then dipped into a communal pot of boiling water. They also come deep fried in oil or served with satay, chicken and other broths.
Find the perfect pot ● In Malaysia, busy lok lok food trucks line countless streets, offering sauces and skewers with quality, tasty ingredients. TRY IT: Fat One Steamboat, No 33, Jalan SR ¼, Taman Serdang Raya, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia, +603 8942 8403; fatonesteamboat.com.my ● In Singapore, Teochew fish head steamboat is popular, with the chimneystyle steamboat allowing charcoal smoke to escape from the top, adding a smoky, fragrant aroma. TRY IT: Hai Chang Fish Head Steamboat, 137, Tampines Round Market, 11 Tampines St, Singapore, +65 9663 7994 ● For traditional hot pot in a more luxurious setting, try J Pot in Singapore where you’ll get an individual pot all to yourself. TRY IT: JPot, #01-53 Vivocity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, Singapore, +65 6273 3536; jpot.com.sg ● Fans of more intense flavours will enjoy China’s signature mala hot pot with the famously numbing, bright-red Szechuan spice. TRY IT: San Xi Lou, 7/F Coda Plaza, 51 Garden Rd, Mid-Levels, Hong Kong, +852 2838 8811 ● At Korean-inspired restaurant Captain K., the juices from steamed seafood in stacked trays add flavour to the tasty broth. TRY IT: Captain K Seafood Tower, #01-02 Income Prinsep House, 30 Prinsep St, Singapore, +65 6255 2270; captainksg.com
Clockwise from left: dig into lobster at Captain K; the restaurant’s smorgasbord of steamed seafood; a flavour-packed steamboat; Captain K’s funky interiors
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Local flavours In Singapore, Teochew-style fish head steamboat can be found at plenty of kopitiam (coffee shops) in heartland areas. The traditional aluminum hot pot is uniquely shaped, with a stacked chimney surrounded by a large soup bowl, lending a smoky, charred taste. The stock is made with fish bones and ingredients dunked in it include yam, cabbage, mushroom and, of course, fish heads.
Mixing it up At Jpot in Singapore, it’s all about variety, with customers able to choose from ten different soup bases for their hot pots, from traditional mala to unique local favourites like bak kut the [pork ribs], laksa, fish head and duck with salted vegetables.
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ORIGINS PLANTSCRIPTION YOUTH-RENEWING SHEET MASK, S$79 FOR SIX Besides smoothing fine lines with anogeissus bark extract, this has an essential oil blend of pink rose, mandarin orange and star anise: just what you need after a long day of sightseeing.
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Available from Origins at ION Orchard, #B3-55/56. SK-II FACIAL TREATMENT MASK, S$127 FOR SIX Probably the most famous sheet mask in the world, this pioneer was first launched in 1981. It has Pitera, the brand’s signature fermented-yeast ingredient that is said to be filled with skin-loving vitamins, amino acids and minerals.
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We love face masks: not only are they travel-friendly (no spillage and light to pack!), they also give your skin an instant boost of hydration
TWO THINGS ABOUT TRAVELLING that can really zap the moisture out of your skin: dry cabin air and changes in climate when you go from one country to another. The latter condition can weaken your skin’s barrier function – that’s the topmost layer of your skin that acts as its first line of defence against pollutants, dehydration and any other nasties. When the barrier function breaks down, your skin loses its natural ability to hold in moisture and becomes parched and, for some, flaky and itchy. It’s no wonder some of us diligently pack our usual routine of skincare products when we travel,
or buy travel-size samples so we can give skin a lift before landing. The easier way is to use sheet masks. They are mess free, won’t break or spill, and don’t breach flying regulations. Some beauty fanatics aren’t coy about layering on a sheet mask on their flight so they touch down with dewy skin. They also suggest using the excess serum that’s left over from a used face mask to pat onto your neck and hands for a moisturising treat. Another expert tip: put on a chilled face mask (the mini-fridge comes in useful here!) once you get to your hotel room. The intensive hydrating will help remove any signs of post-flight fatigue.
Available onboard through JetShop and at SK-II counters. SHISEIDO VITAL-PERFECTION WRINKLELIFT MASK, S$115 FOR 12 PAIRS If your eye area is looking tired and dull, apply these intensive, lifting eye masks which improve the appearance nce off wrinkles, i kl and brighten and smoothen skin.
Available at Shiseido counters. ters LANEIGE WATER BANK DOUBLE GEL SOOTHING MASK, S$34 FOR FIVE This gel-like mask fits your facial contours so your entire face gets a dose of the brand’s hydro ion mineral water. It’s also said to soothe sun-damaged skin.
From #B3-53 at ION Orchard.
KOSÉ SEKKISEI ESSENCE MASK, S$90 FOR SIX Good news for anyone seeking more radiant skin: this formula supposedly inhibits melanin production and prevents sun spots.
Available at Kosé counters.
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Toa Payoh, a dragonthemed playground, is the last surviving of its kind in Singapore. Children born in the ‘70s and ‘80s recall spending their time in these public spaces made with metal, concrete and sand. Today, the dragon playground has become a national symbol of sorts – photo essay, p58.
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Soak up jaw-dropping views, cocktail in hand, at the uber-luxe Bulgari Resort
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Once regarded as a surfer’s haven, Bali has now reinvented itself for a new type of traveller: the luxury seeker who is searching for indulgent and pampering experiences. To meet this demand, a slew of exceptional hotels, trendy restaurants and designer boutiques are popping up all over the island. The chic locale of Seminyak is leading the way with the hip brigade, with the recent opening of the art and design-centric hotel Katamama that is so photogenic it’s luring Instagram junkies like bees to honey. For luxury lovers seeking a spot of designer shopping, there’s also the newly opened Seminyak Village mall that stocks a variety of stylish resort wear by top international designers. Here are the coolest, most luxe places to eat, play and stay on the island.
EAT FARM-TO-TABLE MASTERPIECES Restaurant Locavore, Ubud From Kintamani coffee and hand-crafted sea salt from North Bali, to spices from the mountains and fresh seafood from Eastern Indonesia, eating local gets a gourmet spin at Restaurant Locavore, which features a contemporary menu that celebrates the bounty of the country. Nestled in the mountain town
of Ubud, this restaurant is quietly leading a revolution in the Balinese gourmet scene, with more than 95% of the kitchen’s ingredients sourced from ethical producers, local artisans and the restaurant’s own garden. Take time to savour the ‘locavore’ or ‘herbivore’ menu (comprised of five or seven dishes) for the full epicurean experience, or drop by Locavore To Go, the restaurant’s deli located down the road, to pick up some charcuterie or sandwiches.
REFINED INDONESIAN CUISINE Republik 45, Seminyak Don’t be fooled by the restaurant’s oh-sochic-it-hurts decor that resembles a sleek lounge and nightclub – Republik 45 has substance and style. What Balinese
Clockwise from top: The saltwater lagoon by the Pool Villa at The St. Regis Bali Resort; an elegant St. Regis suite; rice porridge with snails pressure-cooked in garlic stock with duck egg yolk at Restaurant Locavore
head chef Ketut Udiana specialises in serving up is possibly one of the island’s most refined takes on Indonesian cuisine. Each dish is plated so beautifully, you won’t be able to resist taking a sneaky snap before you dig in. The well-curated menu features dishes from various regions of the Indonesian archipelago.
LIP-SMACKING SHARING PLATES MoVida, Seminyak One of the latest additions to Seminyak’s thriving fine dining scene, MoVida brings a fresh dimension to the mix of dining options packed into the
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happening area. The first international offshoot of the acclaimed MoVida Spanish restaurant empire from Melbourne, the Bali offering boasts a delightful selection of tapas and sharing plates perfect for grazing on. Must-try dishes include the inimitable cecina (air-dried beef, truffle foam and poached egg) and ham and cheese croquettes. And leave room for unique dishes made with Indonesian ingredients such as the cordero (Central Javanese suckling lamb shoulder with saffron potatoes) and pineapple gazpacho with coconut sorbet and tropical fruit.
One of the island’s most luxurious addresses has villas that lead out to the beachfront...
SLEEP THE SOPHISTICATED RETREAT The St. Regis Bali Resort, Nusa Dua The St. Regis Bali is one of the island’s most luxurious addresses, with exclusive villas that lead right out to Nusa Dua’s enviable beachfront and beautifully appointed suites that showcase the best of contemporary
Balinese décor. Be sure to utilise the resort’s signature butler service featuring 24-hour tea and coffee service, unpacking and pressing assistance and other perks to immerse yourself in oldschool pampering. The resort also houses three restaurants (tip: order the river lobster omelette at breakfast from Boneka), two bars and an ample spa to cater to your every whim. But what truly takes the cake is its breathtaking location: it is situated within nine hectares of tropical gardens and overlooks a divine white sand beach.
Teetering over Jimbaran Bay, Rock Bar is the perfect spot to rock out... or relax
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yoga classes provide a dose of mindfulness.
Bisma Eight, Ubud Time seems to slow down when you step into Bisma Eight. From the deep Japanese-inspired soaking tub in each room to peaceful poolside cabanas accompanied by the soundtrack of the nearby rainforest, this is the resort to get away from it all. Design devotees will drool over the raw industrial appearance of the building that is juxtaposed with Balinese materials and furnishings that blend effortlessly into the rainforest surroundings. Copper Kitchen & Bar showcases comfort food prepared with locally sourced ingredients, and daily
A TRUE TROPICAL PARADISE Bulgari Resort Bali, Uluwatu Nobody does glitz as well as the Italians – and that’s why you are assured of a truly glamorous stay here. Designed by architects Antonio Citterio and Partners, the resort reflects a contemporary interpretation of traditional Balinese design that works harmoniously with the brand’s distinctive Italian style. Think private plunge pools, coconut thatch roofs and Balinese antiques. The 59-villa property is located 150m above sea
level to offer exceptional, breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean. It connects to a private 1.5km-long beach that is accessible only via the resort’s inclined elevator. With such excesses of relaxed opulence cocooning you, the most difficult thing you’ll have to do is check out at the end of your stay.
PLAY WATCH THE SUNSET AT ROCK BAR Bali’s multi-hued sunsets are a sight to behold from any location on the island, but for some dramatic flair, head to the famed Rock Bar at Ayana Resort. Perched over the base of Jimbaran Bay’s
towering cliffs, the bar dishes up unobstructed ocean views during the golden hour. As night falls, sip on cocktails as you groove to the beats of a DJ who will be spinning from a booth carved out of rock.
GO ON A LUXURY DAY CRUISE Despite all the creature comforts available, Bali can still sometimes feel overcrowded with leisure seekers. When the Robinson Crusoe instinct strikes, charter a private catamaran to take you to the nearby islands. Pulau Luxury Charters has a fleet of yachts and schooners and offers customisable private charters to suit just about
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Top to bottom: savour the ocean views at the Bulgari Resort; charter a private cruise to the outlying islands with Pulau Luxury Charters
THE LUXE BALI HIT LIST Restaurant Locavore Jalan Dewi Sita, Ubud, +62 361 977 733; locavoreubud.com Republik 45 Jalan Raya Kerobokan 86A, Seminyak, +62 87 888 66 1945; republik45.com MoVida Katamama, Jalan Petitenget No 51B, Seminyak,+62 361 302 9940; katamama.com/en/ community/movida
any preference, from an idyllic day cruise to diving expeditions out in the open seas.
PERFECT YOUR RESORT WARDROBE Every fashionista knows having a stellar wardrobe is half the fun of a holiday. So, if you find yourself lacking in the resort-wear department, head to Seminyak Village, a newly opened mall that has a good selection of upscale boutiques for all your stylish kaftan and swimwear needs.
Travel Info Jetstar flies twice daily from Singapore to Bali. To book visit JETSTAR.COM
Boutiques to look out for include Farah Khan and Ashley Isham for sultry day-to-night pieces, Shakuhachi for pretty, feminine dresses and Lily Jean and MC2 Saint Barth for cool beach wear. You now have legit motivation to pack extra light!
Bulgari Resort Bali Villas priced from 13,500,000 IDR (S$1,366) per night. Jalan Goa Lempeh, Banjar Dinas Kangin, Uluwatu, +62 361 847 1000; bulgarihotels.com
The St. Regis Bali Resort Suites priced from 16,590,625 IDR (S$1,679) and villas from 26,545,000 IDR (S$2,686) plus tax; all include complimentary return airport transfer, wi-fi, butler service and daily breakfast. Kawasan Pariwisata, Nusa Dua, +62 361 8478 111; stregisbali.com
Rock Bar Ayana Resort, Jalan Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Badung, +62 361 702 222; ayanaresort.com
Bisma Eight Rooms priced from 2,574,000 IDR (S$261). 68 Jalan, Bisma, +62 361 479 2888; bisma-eight.com
Seminyak Village Mall No. 8 Jalan Kayu Jati No.8, Kuta, Badung, +62 361 738 097; seminyakvillage. com
Pulau Luxury Charters Jalan Tukad Punggawa, Melasti Beach, Serangan Island, Denpasar, +62 361 895 1075; pulauluxury charters.com
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CREATIVES, LAKSA & CATS We check out Penang’s innovative arts festival and share the best spots to eat, stay and get inspired WORDS GRACIA PHANG
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Clockwise from above: one of the festival’s exhibitors, Lee Lee-Nam; Chairs; Tan Yeow Wooi’s ‘dancing’ photos; Matthieu Robert-Ortis’ incredible wire sculptures
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fter Penang’s capital George Town was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, the state marked the occasion by commissioning a new art festival in 2010. Originally a two-day gig, George Town Festival has now grown into an annual, month-long event featuring both international and homegrown artists. Here’s what to catch at this year’s celebrations, on until August 28.
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Chairs “Sit on me, move me, arrange me with others. Do what you like with me, just keep me in the George Town World Heritage Site,” says Penang Institute’s Head of Urban Studies Stuart Macdonald, on behalf of these 100 interactive art pieces that have been painted by the public and placed all around George Town. While the public is free to move them around (but not to cart them home), the chairs are tracked and mapped weekly for future development plans. George Town; until August 28; 24 hours.
Matthieu Robert-Ortis Known for his work La Révolution des Girafes, which has garnered more than 85 million views on Facebook, French sculptor Matthieu Robert-Ortis is showcasing his brilliantly executed ‘two-in-one’ wire sculptures in Asia for the first time. Constructed purely with metal wires, his creations may appear like
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mere fluid lines from an angle, but will look three-dimensional from another. George Town; until August 28; 10am–5pm; free admission.
Panicrama: An Exhibition of Photographs Architect, photographer, and visual artist Tan Yeow Wooi turns everyday landscapes and buildings into whimsical and fluid objects that appear to be dancing and seem to have a life of their own. With Panicrama, the photographer offer viewers a new way of looking at familiar Malaysian landmarks (like the Teluk Intan Clock Tower and Penang Clan Jetties) by capturing slices of the subject as the camera sweeps across it. The photo is then stitched together in a single shot, resulting in a subject seemingly in motion. The Whiteaways Arcade, Beach St; until August 28, 10am–5pm; free admission.
Pearl of The Eastern & Oriental This play about a young Penang butler working at the iconic Eastern & Oriental Hotel takes place at, well, the hotel itself. Spectators will walk through the hotel, watching the story unfold around them. Pearl of The Eastern & Oriental is written and directed by Singaporean actor Lim Yu-Beng, and produced by Tan Kheng Hua. Eastern & Oriental Hotel, 10 Lebuh Farquhar; August 4–7; 8pm–10pm; RM200 (S$66.55) per ticket.
Moved by Padi This contemporary dance and mixed media performance inspired by the Asian staple of rice is led by acclaimed choreographer and dancer Aida Redza, in collaboration with a host of talent from the music, visual arts, installation art and dance fields. Lebuh Macallum; August 27–28; for show times and prices, see the website.
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Clockwise from left: Coffee Atelier; Ming Xiang Tai’s egg tarts; street art; Joo Hooi Café’s assam laksa, Gerai Gerai Padang Brown food court
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WHERE TO STAY AND EAT Coffee Atelier Originally built in 1927 as a coffee merchant’s workshop, this row of five interlinked shophouses is now a hybrid of a café, an art gallery and six suites. An avid supporter of Malaysian art and an artist himself, Coffee Atelier’s director Stefan Gehrig organises regular exhibitions featuring works of local artists. You can either dine at its inhouse café, Cafe 55, or head to the nearby Chulia Street, where food vendors serve up some local favourites. Our Chulia Street pick? A flavourful bowl of wonton noodles (RM3.30/S$1.10). Suites start from RM330 (S$110) a night. 47–55 Lorong Stewart, +604 261 2261; coffeeatelier.com
Sekeping Victoria Located in the heart of George Town, this contemporary yet rustic retreat is housed in what
was once a traditional heritage house. Enjoy dining in the courtyard among trees and industrial furnishings while simple, spacious suites on the second floor, which start from RM420 (S$140) a night, feature large windows that let you look over the courtyard. If you’re craving a snack, step out onto Lebuh Victoria, and head to Ming Xiang Tai on your left for a wide selection of Cantonese pastries including their signature egg tarts and salted egg bakes. 164A–B Lebuh Victoria, +601 7207 5977; sekeping.com
If you’re craving a snack, head to Ming Xiang Tai for their signature egg tarts
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Once an abandoned bus depot, this is now a fully fledged art gallery and event space that has played host to Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic during his first solo exhibition in 2014, as well as street artists Alex Face from Thailand and Sabek from Spain, who all left a piece of themselves behind – in the form of murals.
This labyrinth of three adjoining buildings houses cafés, restaurants, a library, a bar and an art gallery. Pop into The Canteen for live bands on weekends or browse the extensive collection of books and magazines at Library. Beach Street Bakery offers more than 30 types of cake while Art Space holds exhibitions.
There’s also a regular market here on Sundays from 11am to 5pm, where you can pick up handmade crafts and snacks. Or pop by Bricklin Cafe and Bar next door for a mean cup of houseblend coffee. 31A Jalan Gurdwara; hinbusdepot.com
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Penang Road’s Famous Teochew Chendul
Getting there Jetstar flies twice daily from Singapore to Penang.
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If it’s street art you’re looking for, use the beach street door and head towards Lebuh Ah Quee, where you’ll find Ernest Zacharevic’s Boy on a Bike mural on a red door. Walk five minutes to the junction of Lorong Pit and Lebuh Ah Quee, and you’ll see a caricature-like wire sculpture depicting the origins of the street’s name, and a cheeky minion character next to it – both by art company Sculpture At Work. 153 & 155 Beach St and 183B Victoria St, +604 263 7299; chinahouse.com.my
Cat murals On Armenian Street, adjacent to ChinaHouse, you’ll find 12 cat murals that were painted by Artists for Stray Animals (ASA) for the 2013 George Town Festival. These murals include a gigantic one of Skippy the orange cat as well as a touching painting of two kittens in a container labelled “please care n bathe me”. Challenge your friends and try finding all 12 murals in the shortest time. Tip: be sure to check out the alleyways, too.
Try a sweet bowl of shaved ice topped with kidney beans and worm-like jelly (RM2.10/S$0.70). This operates from a humble pushcart in a narrow lane off Penang Road – you’ll spot it from the long lines of customers. 27 & 29 Lebuh Keng Kwee; chendul.my; weekdays from 10.30am–7pm, weekends 10am–7.30pm.
Joo Hooi Café At next-door Joo Hooi Café, you’ll find a hearty assam laksa, a Penang specialty with vermicelli noodles drenched in a tangy, spicy fish broth and served with mackerel, lemongrass, tamarind juice and chunks of pineapple. We hear the crunchy rojak salad here is quite the treat too, with a mix of fruit, vegetables, and fried dough fritters, and covered in a sticky black sauce. Joo Hooi Cafe, 475 Jalan Penang; open Tuesday– Thursday from 12pm–5:30pm.
Padang Brown Seafood Popiah For the more adventurous foodie, this trip slightly out of the city centre will be worth your time. From Hin Bus Depot, take a sevenminute taxi ride to Gerai Gerai Padang Brown, one of the oldest hawker centres in George Town. At Stall 17, snap up the seafood popiah (fresh spring roll) with ingredients such as crabmeat, shredded omelette, lettuce and fried shallots wrapped in a thin, crepe-like skin and drenched in warm turnip gravy (RM3/S$1). Stall 17, Gerai Gerai Padang Brown, Jalan Perak; Tuesday– Wednesday and Friday–Sunday from 2pm–7pm.
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The Lion City celebrates its 51st birthday this month. To mark the occasion, journey through a day in Singapore life, through the eyes of the locals...
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Kopitiam owner Shi Pong Hsu, 75, serving coffee. Heap Seng Leong kopitiam has been in the neighbourhood for more than 30 years. Its customers usually don’t even need to place orders – the owners know them by heart. Kopitiams (coffee shops in local vernacular) are an integral part of the cultural landscape in Singapore.
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Left Senior citizens gather at the Singapore Botanic Gardens to exercise. Established in 1859, the gardens are now recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are a popular spot for morning jogs and dog walks. Middle The Dragon Playground in Toa Payoh is one of the last sand-based playgrounds in the city and has become a national symbol of sorts. Right Public housing has been a national obsession since Singapore’s independence in 1965. These uniform cubicles have given Singaporeans an envious record of 90% resident home ownership. However, prices have skyrocketed in the past 20 years, leading to longer-term mortgages.
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Muslims gather at the Sultan Mosque in the Kampong Glam area. The mosque was built in 1824 and rebuilt in 1932. Today, the 4,109m² site is a famous tourist attraction and remains a functional mosque for thousands of worshippers a week.
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Left Uzbek national Diana kisses her dog Daniel at the landmark gazebo at the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Middle (top) A family enjoys time at the beach at East Coast Park. Singapore has one of the world’s busiest ports, which means ships of all shapes and sizes dot the coastline.
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Middle (bottom) Shop assistant Rilzam, 18, wipes a display case for durians at Agrobazaar in Kampong Glam, a cross-border initiative to help promote Malaysian goods in Singapore. Right Loke Yi Pin, 76, has been performing as a busker for the last 10 years – and one of his favourite haunts is Tiong Bahru Market. In his younger days, he sang at nightclubs.
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From August 11 to September 17, the Explore I INTERVIEW Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) celebrates all things art and culture – from street performers and film screenings, and from dance acts to musicians. SIFA began in 1977 as a small, local arts festival and today it attracts international acts and audiences. Visit sifa.sg
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JETSTAR ASIA IS THE TOP LCC IN SINGAPORE! In the latest World Airline Awards, we came 4th in the ‘Best Low-Cost Airlines in Asia’ category, so thanks for your support! Our sister airline Jetstar Airways also topped the ‘Best Low-Cost Airlines in Australia/ Pacific’ category. Thank you to all our team members for giving their best, and of course, a big thanks to YOU for flying with Jetstar and giving us the chance to shine!
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If you’re flying with us on August 9, Singapore’s National Day, keep your ears to the ground for some very special announcements. Want to know what exciting experience we’re concocting? Visit our Facebook page to find out more.
Have a feast... because you can! Have you seen our refreshed menu? The new design shows off our freshly prepared hot meals in a delicious layout. With hot meal options like ayam bakar (Indonesian style barbecued chicken with rice), penne pasta, black pepper chicken, and shrimp pineapple fried rice, it’ll be hard to resist stopping the crew during meal service. So go on, pick up the menu in front of you and indulge!
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QUIZ TIME Get set to test your travel knowledge with this month’s quiz
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1. Elected in May 2016, Philippines’ president Rodrigo Duterte has what nickname?
was later declared null and void by the High Court in London?
2. Which of these is not a waterslide at Kuta’s Waterbom Waterpark? A) Constrictor B) Python C) Cobra
14. Which country hosted the first Formula One Grand Prix held at night?
3. The top and bottom bands of Cambodia’s national flag is what colour?
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4. Which country’s garbage trucks play music to encourage locals to bring out their rubbish? 5. In which sport did Vietnam claim its first-ever Olympic medal – a silver – at Sydney 2000? 6. The life and work of which Japanese writer was the subject of a 1985 film by Paul Schrader?
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15. In what decade was Saigon officially named Ho Chi Minh City? 16. True or false: in Singapore, you are legally required to flush a public toilet. 17. Which 2011 US comedy film – a sequel – is set in Bangkok? 18. In Bali, a lumbung is a large building traditionally used to store what? 69 19. Rock band Birds of Tokyo formed in which Australian capital city?
7. Taiwanese Yuan T. Lee won a Nobel Prize in 1986 in which field? A) Chemistry B) Literature C) Physics
20. What word is both the name of an Indonesian island and a slang term for coffee?
8. What is Japan’s largest lake?
21. What is the national currency of Myanmar?
9. As an 18 year old, which film star was a Hong Kong cha-cha champion?
22. True or false: Darwin is closer in proximity to Jakarta than it is to Canberra.
10. From which country did Indonesia claim independence in 1945?
23. True or false: Lombok is home to Indonesia’s second highest volcano.
11. What part of the title of the bestselling memoir Eat, Pray, Love takes place in Bali?
24. What is the IATA Airport Code for Denpasar International Airport?
12. A main thoroughfare in Kowloon, Hong Kong, Nathan Road is nicknamed ‘The what Mile’?
25. Which city has the world’s tallest twin towers at 452m tall?
13. Which celebrity couple’s 1990 Hindu marriage in Bali
1_ The Punisher 2_ C) Cobra 3_ Blue 4_ Taiwan 5_ Taekwondo 6_ Yukio Mishima 7_ A) Chemistry 8_ Lake Biwa 9_ Bruce Lee 10_ The Netherlands 11_ Love 12_ Golden 13_ Mick Jagger and Jerry Hall 14_ Singapore 15_ 1970s 16_ True 17_ The Hangover Part II 18_ Rice 19_ Perth 20_ Java 21_ Kyat 22_ True 23_ True 24_ DPS 25_ Kuala Lumpur QUIZ ANSWERS
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Caris is a real team star!
Any interesting events you would like to share during your career with Jetstar? Having mini parties to celebrate the festivities of different races. It feels very homely to have such celebrations with the Jetstar Asia family. It not only brings the company together, but also reminds us the importance of racial harmony.
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A day in the life We chat with Caris Zeng, Star Development Manager in the Cabin Crew department, about her role and love for the airline she joined fresh out of college
Tell us about a typical work day for you. Being a Star Development Manager, I’m required to check on cabin crew as they perform their flight duties. Cabin crew report 75 minutes before departure in the briefing room. This is where the crew in-charge checks the required flight documentation, assesses crew members’ safety knowledge and sets service expectations. After that, crew will proceed to the aircraft for
final preparation of the cabin and galley before boarding.
How long have you been with Jetstar Asia? I joined Jetstar Asia’s cabin crew in July 2010, right after my polytechnic studies.
What are some of the highlights of your job? I get to write cabin crew manuals; this means that we are constantly reviewing and improving our standards.
What’s your favourite route to fly? Phuket – passengers are happy about their trip, and the flight is short and sweet!
Where’s your favourite place to go for a holiday? Taiwan. My hubby and I have been there so many times as we love the night markets, food and affordable shopping. We are also planning to explore other regional destinations like Hong Kong and Japan.
What’s your advice for anyone else who aspires to have a career with an airline? If you have the passion, go for it! You will need to be disciplined to succeed in this career – being cabin crew is not just about serving meals in the air. It is a challenging role that will impart several valuable life skills.
What’s your favourite airport on the network? Kansai International Airport has such good shopping and places to eat that I can remain within the airport vicinity during our layover in Osaka.
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Eric Metin, @theateboyguy “Blue fascinates me – vibrant, peaceful and very relaxing colour, hence [it’s] my favorite shade. This Blue Mansion in George Town, Penang, Malaysia was bluer than blue.” Penang, Malaysia Fion Lim,@phyawnnn “I challenged myself with two mountain climbs this year, all made possible by @jetstarasia, to fly to Surabaya and climb Mt Ijen and Mt Bromo for two consecutive days.” Surabaya, Indonesia
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Inflight I WHERE WE FLY
INTERNATIONAL Operated by Jetstar Airways Operated by Jetstar Asia Operated by Jetstar Pacific
Flights are operated by Jetstar Asia and commence 6 September, subject to regulatory approval
Operated by Jetstar Japan
Tokyo (Narita) Fukuoka
Nagoya (Chubu)
Osaka (Kansai)
Wuhan Guiyang
Shantou Hong Kong
Hanoi
Hawaii (Honolulu)
Haikou Sanya
Yangon Da Nang Siem Reap Bangkok Phnom Penh
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Taipei
Manila
Ho Chi Minh City
Phuket Penang Medan
Kuala Lumpur
Pekanbaru
Singapore
Palembang Jakarta Surabaya Bali (Denpasar) Darwin Fiji (Nadi)
Cairns Townsville
Cook Islands (Rarotonga)
Brisbane Gold Coast Perth Adelaide
Sydney Auckland Melbourne (Tullamarine) Wellington Christchurch Queenstown
DOMESTIC VIETNAM
DOMESTIC JAPAN
Hanoi
Sapporo
Hai Phong Thanh Hoa Vinh Dong Hoi Hue Da Nang Chu Lai Pleiku Quy Nhon
Tokyo (Narita) Nagoya (Chubu)
Matsuyama Osaka (Kansai) Fukuoka Takamatsu Oita Kumamoto
Tuy Hoa Buon Ma Thuot
Phu Quoc
Kagoshima
Nha Trang Da Lat
Ho Chi Minh City Okinawa Operated by Jetstar Japan
Operated by Jetstar PaciďŹ c
AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Auckland New Plymouth Nelson
Darwin
Cairns Townsville Hamilton Island Whitsunday Coast Mackay
Queenstown
Napier Palmerston North Wellington Christchurch Dunedin
Operated by Jetstar Airways Operated by Eastern Australia Airlines for Jetstar Airways
Sunshine Coast
Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Brisbane Gold Coast Ballina Byron
Perth
Newcastle
Sydney Adelaide
Melbourne (Tullamarine)
Auckland
Melbourne (Avalon)
Operated by Jetstar Airways Flights are operated by Jetstar Airways and commence 30 September
Wellington Christchurch
Launceston Hobart Queenstown
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Inflight I WHEN WE FLY
SINGAPORE – DARWIN / DARWIN – SINGAPORE
Jetstar Asia, together with Jetstar, operates more than 600 flights per week throughout Asia. Schedule is valid to August 31, 2016.
4 hours 30 minutes (GMT+9.5) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN*
23:05
DRW
05:10
06:00
SIN
09:05
#
DRW
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
* No Mon, Tues & Thurs flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug # No Tues, Wed & Fri flight from 6 Aug - 31 Aug
JETSTAR ASIA
SINGAPORE – HAIKOU / HAIKOU – SINGAPORE 3 hours 30 minutes (GMT+8) Time Departure
SINGAPORE – BANGKOK / BANGKOK – SINGAPORE 2 hours 30 minutes (GMT+7) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
07:20
BKK
08:45 10:40
SIN
09:15
BKK
SIN*
10:45
BKK
12:10
#
SIN
15:25
BKK
16:50
SIN
16:50
BKK
18:20
SIN
19:15
BKK
20:40
BKK
09:25
SIN
12:50
BKK
11:40
SIN
15:10
BKK*
12:50
SIN
16:15
BKK#
17:30
SIN
21:00
BKK
19:00
SIN
22:25
BKK
21:20
SIN
00:40
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Arrival
Time
SIN*
22:50
BKK
00:20
BKK#
02:15
FUK
09:35
#
10:35
BKK
14:15
FUK
BKK
15:15
SIN
18:40
FUK
10:35
BKK
14:10
#
15:10
SIN
18:40
BKK
11:05
HAK
12:00
SIN
15:25
M
T
W
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
* No Sat flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
SINGAPORE – JAKARTA / JAKARTA – SINGAPORE 1 hour 45 minutes (GMT+7) T
W
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
09:20
HKG
13:25
SIN
09:50
HKG
13:50
SIN
10:10
HKG
14:10
SIN
15:45
HKG
19:45
HKG
14:15
SIN
18:05
HKG
14:40
SIN
18:30
HKG
14:50
SIN
18:40
HKG
20:25
SIN
00:15
M
T
W
SINGAPORE – PHUKET / PHUKET – SINGAPORE
# No Sun flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
M
Departure
1 hour 45 minutes (GMT+7)
2 hours 30 minutes (from SIN to BKK); 5 hours 10 minutes (from BKK to FUK) (GMT+7/GMT+9) Time
HAK
3 hours 55 minutes (GMT+8)
SINGAPORE – BANGKOK / BANGKOK – FUKUOKA Departure
Time
07:35
SINGAPORE – HONG KONG / HONG KONG – SINGAPORE
* No Thurs flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug # No Wed flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
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Arrival
SIN
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
08:20
HKT
09:10
SIN
15:00
HKT
15:50
SIN
15:25
HKT
16:15
SIN
16:55
HKT
17:45
SIN
11:10
HKT
12:00
SIN
20:30
HKT
21:20
HKT
09:45
SIN
12:40
HKT
16:40
SIN
19:40
HKT
16:55
SIN
19:50
HKT
18:40
SIN
21:35
HKT
12:40
SIN
15:35
HKT
22:00
SIN
00:50
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
08:15
CGK
09:10
SIN
13:35
CGK
14:30
SIN
15:45
CGK
16:40
SIN*
18:50
CGK
19:45
SIN
20:00
CGK
20:55
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
CGK
09:50
SIN
12:40
SIN
09:30
KNO
09:55
CGK
15:10
SIN
18:00
SIN
08:40
KNO
09:05
CGK
17:20
SIN
20:10
SIN
15:15
KNO
15:40
CGK*
20:25
SIN
23:15
KNO
10:35
SIN
13:10
CGK
21:35
SIN
00:25
KNO
09:45
SIN
12:20
KNO
16:20
SIN
18:55
M
T
SINGAPORE – MEDAN / MEDAN – SINGAPORE 1 hour 25 minutes (GMT+7)
* No Tues flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
M
T
SINGAPORE – DANANG / DANANG – SINGAPORE
SINGAPORE – KUALA LUMPUR / KUALA LUMPUR – SINGAPORE
2 hours 30 minutes (GMT+7)
1 hour 5 minutes (GMT+8)
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
18:00
DAD
19:40
DAD
20:20
SIN
00:10
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
07:10
KUL
08:15 10:40
SIN
09:35
KUL
SIN*
12:50
KUL
13:55
SIN
17:55
KUL
19:00
SINGAPORE – DENPASAR / DENPASAR– SINGAPORE
SIN
19:35
KUL
20:40
2 hours 45 minutes (GMT+8)
KUL
08:45
SIN
09:55 12:30
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
KUL
11:20
SIN
SIN
10:45
DPS
13:30
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
KUL*
14:35
SIN
15:45
SIN
15:10
DPS
18:00
KUL
19:40
SIN
20:50
DPS
14:15
SIN
17:00
KUL
21:20
SIN
22:25
DPS
19:15
SIN
22:00
* No Fri flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
SINGAPORE – GUIYANG / GUIYANG - SINGAPORE
SINGAPORE – PHNOM PENH / PHNOM PENH – SINGAPORE
4 hours 20 minutes (GMT+8)
2 hours (GMT+7)
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
09:45
KWE
14:00
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
13:30
PNH
14:40 20:50
SIN
09:40
KWE
14:00
SIN
19:35
PNH
KWE
14:50
SIN
19:40
PNH
15:25
SIN
18:25
KWE
14:50
SIN
19:45
PNH
21:35
SIN
00:35
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
SINGAPORE – SIEM REAP / SIEM REAP – SINGAPORE
SINGAPORE – MANILA / MANILA – SINGAPORE
2 hours 10 minutes (GMT+7)
3 hours 35 minutes (GMT+8) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN*
02:00
MNL
05:40
SIN
13:55
REP
15:10
REP
15:55
SIN
19:10
SIN
06:20
MNL
09:55
SIN#
16:45
MNL
20:20
MNL*
06:20
SIN
10:05
MNL
10:35
SIN
14:15
MNL#
21:00
SIN
00:45
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
SINGAPORE – YANGON / YANGON – SINGAPORE 2 hours 55 minutes (GMT+6.5)
* No Wed flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug # No Fri flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
SINGAPORE – MANILA – OSAKA / OSAKA – MANILA – SINGAPORE 3 hours 35 minutes (from SIN to MNL); 3 hours 55 minutes (from MNL to KIX) (GMT+8/GMT+9) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN*
02:20
MNL
05:55
MNL*
06:55
KIX
11:50
KIX*
12:50
MNL
16:05
MNL*
17:05
SIN
20:40
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN*
08:55
RGN
10:25
SIN
17:05
RGN
18:35
RGN*
11:15
SIN
15:50
RGN
19:15
SIN
23:50
M
T
W
* No Tues flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
SINGAPORE – HO CHI MINH CITY / HO CHI MINH CITY – SINGAPORE 2 hours (GMT+7)
* No Sat flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
SINGAPORE – PENANG / PENANG – SINGAPORE 1 hour 20 minutes (GMT+8) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
09:45
PEN
11:10
SIN
15:10
PEN
16:35
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
07:10
SGN
08:15
SIN
13:50
SGN
14:55
SIN
19:50
SGN
21:00
SGN
08:55
SIN
11:55
SGN
15:35
SIN
18:40
SGN
21:40
SIN
00:40
M
T
W
T
F
S
SIN
19:30
PEN
21:00
PEN
11:50
SIN
13:20
PEN
17:15
SIN
18:45
SINGAPORE – TAIPEI – OSAKA / OSAKA – TAIPEI – SINGAPORE
PEN
21:40
SIN
23:10
4 hours 45 minutes (from SIN to TPE); 2 hours 40 minutes (from TPE to KIX) (GMT+8/GMT+9)
SINGAPORE – PERTH / PERTH – SINGAPORE 5 hours 25 minutes (GMT+8) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
16:30
PER
21:40
SIN*
03:30
PER
08:40
PER
22:45
SIN
04:10
PER*
09:30
SIN
14:50
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
07:00
TPE
11:50
TPE
12:40
KIX
16:30
SIN*
01:10
TPE
06:00
TPE*
06:55
KIX
10:45
KIX
17:20
TPE
19:25
TPE
20:20
SIN
01:10
KIX*
12:15
TPE
14:25
TPE*
15:25
SIN
20:10
M
T
W
T
S
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
T
F
S
S
* No Mon flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
* No Tues & Thurs flight from 5 Aug - 31 Aug
SINGAPORE – PALEMBANG / PALEMBANG – SINGAPORE
SINGAPORE – SURABAYA / SURABAYA – SINGAPORE
1 hour 05 minutes (GMT+7)
2 hours 15 minutes (GMT+7)
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
11:20
PLM
11:25
PLM
12:05
SIN
14:10
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
10:50
SUB
12:10 20:05
SIN
18:45
SUB
SUB
12:50
SIN
16:10
SUB
20:45
SIN
00:05
M
T
W
SINGAPORE – PEKANBARU / PEKANBARU - SINGAPORE 1 hour (GMT+7) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
SIN
07:35
PKU
07:35
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
SIN
16:35
PKU
16:35
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
PKU
08:15
SIN
10:20
SIN
13:30
SWA
17:40
PKU
17:15
SIN
19:15
SWA
18:20
SIN
22:20
SINGAPORE – SHANTOU / SHANTOU – SINGAPORE 4 hours 5 minutes (GMT+8) M
T
W
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Inflight I WHEN WE FLY
JETSTAR
JETSTAR PACIFIC
MELBOURNE – SINGAPORE / SINGAPORE– MELBOURNE
HO CHI MINH CITY – SINGAPORE / SINGAPORE – HO CHI MINH CITY
7 hours 45 minutes (GMT+11)
2 hours (GMT+7)
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
MEL*
11:15
SIN
16:50
SGN
07:10
SIN
10:10
SIN*
21:00
MEL
06:20
SIN
11:00
SGN
12:00
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
* No Sat flight from 5 Aug - 13 Aug
PERTH – DENPASAR – SINGAPORE / SINGAPORE – DENPASAR – PERTH 2 hours 35 minutes (from SIN to DPS); 3 hours 45 minutes (from DPS to PER) (GMT+8/GMT+8) Departure
Time
Arrival
Time
PER
17:50
DPS
21:25
DPS
22:15
SIN
01:10
SIN
04:55
DPS
07:35
DPS
08:30
PER
12:10
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
Flight durations are estimates only, departing from Singapore. Information correct at press time. Operated by Jetstar Asia Airways Operated by Jetstar Airways Operated by Jetstar Pacific Airlines
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SAFETY, SECURITY & COMFORT Carry-on baggage Liquids, aerosols or gels (LAGs) must be in containers with a maximum capacity of 100ml each. Containers must be placed in a transparent resealable plastic bag with a maximum capacity not exceeding one litre.
Safety first Please ask the cabin crew for an infant seatbelt if your child is under two years old. Return the infant seatbelt to our cabin crew upon disembarkation. Sleeping on the aircraft floor is not permitted. Please read the safety instruction card in your seat pocket, noting emergency exits and location of life jackets. Please watch the safety
demonstration prior to take-off. In an emergency, the crew will give specific instructions. They may speak assertively and will require your cooperation.
from the lower legs. During your flight, move your legs and feet three or four minutes per hour, and move about.
Cabin pressure Smoking Government regulations prohibit smoking on all flights. There are smoke detectors in all toilets and penalties for regulation breaches.
The importance of blood circulation and muscle relaxation during flights Compression stockings can assist in preventing swelling of the ankles and feet, and they may improve the blood return to the body
To “clear” your ears, try swallowing and/or yawning. When you are flying with an infant, give them a dummy or feed them during the aircraft’s descent. Sucking and swallowing will help the infant equalise the pressure in their ears.
Cabin humidity / dehydration Low humidity in the aircraft cabin can cause drying of the nose, throat and eyes, and can irritate wearers of contact lenses.
Do: • Drink water frequently. • Drink coffee, tea and alcohol only in moderation. • Remove contact lenses if your eyes are irritated. • Use a moisturiser to refresh skin.
Jetstar security policy Jetstar has a strict policy on denying boarding to any passengers who are inappropriate in flight or on ground in comments or behaviour. Jetstar does not accept any inappropriate comments as “jokes”. All matters are referred to relevant authorities for prosecution. Jetstar will seek to recover all costs incurred as a result of inflight incidents from those involved.
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Ho Chi Minh City OANH NGUYÊN Tour operator at Saigon Hotpot; saigonhotpot.vn The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Alley 200 on Xóm Chiêu street in District 4 – one of the most famous street food centres in the city, with a wide range of delicious Vietnamese fast food at low prices.
If you’re only there for a day, one must-do is to… chill around District 1 – the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. There are old buildings dating back to the 19th century and you can see the combination of modern and ancient architecture located right next to one another.
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A place in the city visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… the Áo Dài Museum (a museum of traditional Vietnamese costume). It’s quite far away from the city centre (in District 9) but has spectacular scenery full of plants, flowers and simulated ancient houses, including a house displaying Áo Dài artefacts given by famous Vietnamese celebrities through many centuries. The most scenic spot is… Bitexco Financial Tower, the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh. On the 49th
floor observation desk, you get a great view of the whole city. The best place for a selfie or groufie is… 3A train station for graffiti pictures. The best place to go shopping in my city is… Saigon Square, for sure. Tons of stalls are located next to one another, right in the city centre. A good souvenir to buy is… Nón lá, a traditional Vietnamese cone-shaped hat made of bamboo. Find it in souvenir stores around District 1.
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Singapore PHIL CHOO Tourist guide at Tours by Locals; ToursByLocals.com The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Gardens by the Bay. This futuristic garden is one of the most unique experiences in Singapore and is a favourite among locals as well. The two fully air-conditioned
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conservatories are perfect for a year-round summer country like Singapore. If you’re only there for a day, one must-do is to… visit Merlion Park. This is a mandatory tourist location where you can take in the entire city from a strategic spot in front of the Singapore River. A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… Dempsey Hill. Set amid lush greenery and just three minutes away from the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road, there is a wide selection of places
to wine and dine at. With restaurants, bars and art galleries housed in former British military buildings, Dempsey Hill is a favourite among locals and is definitely off the tourist track. The best freebie a visitor can get in my city is… to see the Garden Rhapsody light
show at the Supertree Grove. It takes place every night at 7.45pm and 8.45pm at Gardens by the Bay; it will take your breath away and illuminate your world. A good souvenir to buy is… Prima Taste Laksa La Mian. Available at major supermarkets, it’s voted one of the top instant noodles in the world.
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Bali
INDONESIA
ROBERT MARCHETTI CEO at Marchettico; marchettico.com The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… The Bukit Pura Luhur Uluwatu, one of Bali’s most iconic temples. The best beaches are located on this side of the island and the views from the top of the cliff are
stunning. And the Rock Bar in Jimbaran Bay is a real ‘wow’ at sundown. A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… the secret boudoir called Sling Bar at Double-Six Luxury Hotel, it can only be entered via a vast art room through a (shhhh!) secret door and then through a whisky chamber. Espresso martinis, pork and truffle sausage rolls, live, up-beat 1960s’ jazz and so many whiskies… your eyes will glaze over. The most scenic spot in the city is… Kintamani – my
buddy Kadek Krishna runs his family owned Lakeview Hotel and Restaurant. This amazing property has sat on the crater rim of Mount Batur caldera since 1964 – it has breathtaking solitude and a real eco experience. The best place for local eats is… Warung Sulawesi.
It specialises in local and Sulawesi-style cooking like turmeric chicken, corn cakes, fresh fish, squid in squid ink sauce, three kinds of coconut rice, loads of vegetables and the best hangover desserts you can find. Ask for pandan banana pancakes and see what comes out!
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Bangkok ANITA BYE Fashion and lifestyle blogger; manaosoda.com; @anitabye The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Casa Azul – a Mexican restaurant in Soi Ari. The vibe and home-cooked food are out of this world and the vibrant interior is inspired by (painter) Frida Kahlo.
THAILAND
If you’re only there for a day, one must-do is to… head to JJ Market (Chatuchak Market) on a weekend and go crazy bargain hunting. A place in the city visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… J. Boroski Mixology, located on Thonglor Road. It’s a
speakeasy-style bar, so I can’t tell you the exact location. The most scenic spot in the city is… around the Chao Phraya River with its numerous historical sites and luxury hotels. My favourite street in the city is… Silom. You can be hungry for food or thirsty for cocktails at 3am or 3pm – there’s something happening at all hours. The best place for local eats is… the Yaowarat Road
and Chinatown area. The fresh seafood and hand-made desserts there are delectable. A local secret in town is… the boat noodles around the Victory Monument. It’s so far from where I live, but boy, is that trip worth it! The best place for a drink or meal with a view is… The Sala Rattanakosin hotel, which sits directly across the river from the magnificent Wat Arun temple. A good souvenir to buy is… Thai coconut oil. I use it on everything – my skin, my hair and I even eat it!
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Perth BEN PATTINSON Residence manager at Citadines; citadines.com The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Hillarys Boat Harbour which is home to hundreds of boats in all shapes and sizes. Enjoy a bite to eat with your friends on the pier, do a spot of fishing or take a
AUS T R A L I A stroll down the boardwalk and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. If you’re only there for a day, one must-do is to… visit Cottesloe to enjoy the sun, sand and water – perfect for beachside breakfasts, fish and chips with the family or a lively Sunday session. A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… Sneaky Tony’s – a secret rum bar, with a peephole and a password for entry. The best place for a selfie or groufie is… Elizabeth Quay Bridge with one of Perth’s
amazing sunsets as your backdrop, but choosing between the city skyline and the Swan River may be a challenge. The best place for a drink or meal with a view is… C Restaurant located on St Georges Terrace, Perth’s only revolving restaurant with 360-degree
panoramic view of the city. Perth also has many roof top bars such as Bob’s Bar and The Aviary, which are great too. A good souvenir to buy is… a pair of our famous Ugg Boots to warm your feet with. These can be picked up from a number of places on Hay Street Mall.
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Jakarta EMIL RIDWAN Country manager, Australia, at Visit Indonesia Tourism The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Union Brasserie, Bakery and Bar in the Plaza Senayan courtyard. The bar is especially cool on weekends. On lazy Sunday afternoons, try their delicious red velvet
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cake. Reservations are essential, as the place tends to get very full on weekends. A place in the city visitors might not be aware of that I love going to is… Giyanti, a coffee joint on Jalan Surabaya. It’s literally hidden in the backyard of a house. They have the best coffee in Jakarta and if you love antiques, Jalan Surabaya is the place. My favourite street in the city is… Jalan Kemang Raya in South Jakarta. This street and its neighbourhood are probably the most
bohemian areas in the city with shops, bars, restaurants, cafés, yoga studios and spas. Go on weekend mornings and try to avoid it on Saturday nights. A good souvenir to buy is… anything batik. Go to Alun Alun Indonesia at Grand Indonesia
shopping centre or Batik Keris and Batik Danar Hadi outlets. The best way to get around the city is… by taxi. For a longer route, I take Blue Bird taxis. For shorter distances, I’ll hail an ojek (a motorbiketaxi) off the street. You can get smartphone apps Go-Jek and GrabBike to help, too.
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INNER PEACE? NO THANKS! When a ‘de-stress’ holiday alone becomes more boring yawn than blissful Zen
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HOW HARD CAN IT BE to spend three days in Bali alone? After another bout of stress-induced hysteria at the office, I decided I’d go on my very first solo holiday. It would be easy. I would fill my days with yoga, swims in the pool, cocktails by the beach, café-hopping, getting massages… and before I knew it, the holiday would be over. Bali is surely made for solo travellers. Who has time for company when you’re busy aligning your chakras and perfecting your ‘downward dog’ pose? Who has time to miss friends or family when you’re surrounded by likeminded individuals? But wait. I actually don’t like striking up conversations with strangers. And chilling out can actually be kinda boring… At yoga, I found myself missing the soulless buzz of centralised air-conditioning. Peace of mind? Try achieving that with a swarm of mosquitoes intent on making your outstretched arms their all-you-candrink blood buffet! At mealtimes, I realised how being in a different country did not mean I had better social skills.
I clung on to my Kindle and smartphone for dear life... I may hate eating alone but I detest making small talk more. Left to my own devices, literally, I clung on to my Kindle and smartphone for dear life. Suddenly, emails about deadlines and overdue invoices seemed so much more grounding. There were only so many massages one could have, and in a yoga lodge
with no TV, I soon found myself back on Facebook, psychotically resenting anyone who looked like they were having fun back in Singapore. Did nobody miss me? Unable to calm myself down, I decided distraction was the best medicine. Would my Netflix subscription work here? IT DID! With gratitude to the wi-fi gods, I lost myself in the bluelight calm of the iPhone screen, hypnotised by the collective geniuses behind Penny Dreadful
and House of Cards. Then, as I was beginning to relax, I heard a growl in the background. It was my stomach. The raw tempeh salad and kombucha had decided they didn’t get on in quite a spectacular way, much like my new TV best friends. It’d be too embarrassing to tell friends I’d spent two of my three days at the retreat in bed with Netflix but hey, I got a break from work and that was really all that mattered. Next time, I’ll pack a friend.
ILLUSTRATION GREGORY ROBERTS
WORDS DEBORAH TAN
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