Jetstar Asia March 2017

jetstar MAGAZINE

MARCH 2017

PERTH I SINGAPORE I YANGON MARCH 2017

Trends, tastes and secluded beaches

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Discover the real Phuket INSIDER

COVER ILLUSTRATION GREEDY HEN / THE JACKY WINTER GROUP

06 I THE HOT LIST

20 I INSTAGRAMABLE

Events across the network

22 I TRAVEL TREND

08 I NEWS

Go back to basics at these rustic, relaxing farm stays

What’s happening this month

10 I POSTCODE Your hip guide to Perth

13 I 24 HOURS Explore the traditions of Hong Kong’s oldest fishing village

17 I WHAT’S IN MY SUITCASE? A jewellery designer’s essentials

18 I IN PROFILE An Australian chef shares his love of Indigenous ingredients

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It’s time to rethink the most photo-worthy spots in Singapore

26 I TRADITION TALKS Meet the distinctive Cham people in Vietnam

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INSPIRE 40 I THE REAL PHUKET Thai residents share their favourite places to dine, drink and chill out

46 I TOP SPOTS TO TIE THE KNOT

31 I SOUVENIRS WORTH THE TRIP

Stunning wedding destinations

Amazing Singaporean souvenirs, from the quirky to the iconic

50 I PHOTO ESSAY

34 I FOODIE FOCUS

Everyday life on the Yangon Circular Railway

Traditional and fresh flavours at Manila markets

76 I TRAVEL TALES

38 I BEAUTY ON THE FLY

How you pack your luggage says a lot about your personality

The top cushion foundations

INFLIGHT 60 I Jetstar news 61 I #StarJourneys winners

63 I Quiz 64 I Where we fly 70 I Destinations

Welcome I From the CEO

EDITORIAL For all editorial enquiries, please email Jetstarasia@hardiegrant.com.au Publisher Christine Dixon Managing Editor Justine Costigan Editor Pearlyn Tham Associate Editor Sophie Hull Art Director Dan Morley Senior Designer Sue Morony Editorial and Advertising Assistant Alana Young

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March on...

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arch is arguably one of the best months to travel in Asia because of the weather.

Countries like Myanmar, Cambodia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia are great options to visit as the monsoon season comes to an end and the weather is still cool while the sun is out!

Jetstar, one of the world’s safest LCC, operates more than 100 flights a week to these destinations so make the most of March and stay cool. If you’re looking to travel further, Perth in Western Australia and China’s Sanya and Haikou will also be pleasantly cool.

If you are travelling for business in March, don’t forget to register for the FlexiBiz bundle that allows business travellers greater flexibility

03 – from taking extra carry-on baggage, to upfront seating and credit voucher refunds.

These options were not available to business travellers previously and they would have to upgrade to the Starter Plus bundle, depending on the route. We said it before that we mean business with the new FlexiBiz and if you want to know more, visit our website or LinkedIn. Thank you for choosing to fly with Jetstar!

Barathan Pasupathi CEO, Jetstar Asia Airways

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It’s a great month to travel

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You can rely on us to get you safely to these events

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arch promises to be a busy month with thousands of our customers flying to events and festivals across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Japan.

This is one of my favourite times of year to visit Japan, as travellers from every corner of the globe flock to see the famous cherry blossoms start to open.

Perhaps you’re on your way to Melbourne to catch a glimpse of the Formula 1 Grand Prix, or to see a show at the renowned International Comedy Festival.

If you’re headed to Sydney, expect the streets to come alive for the city’s famous Mardi Gras festival, which attracts hundreds of thousands of people from around Australia and the world.

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS Here are just some of the things we love in this month’s issue – enjoy!

More than 50 festivals across New Zealand this month will celebrate everything from music to food and wine, and art and culture.

And in Singapore, you might be lucky enough to catch the Singapore International Jazz Festival – a huge event that brings together local and international artists and attracts music fans from all over.

On our extensive network of 85 destinations across 18 countries, you can rely on us to get you safely to these events, and far beyond.

Whatever your reason for travel today, sit back, relax and enjoy a pleasant trip with us. And we wish you a wonderful time at your destination – wherever that may be.

We look forward to having you on board with us again soon.

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Celebrate the flower-filled Ume Festival in Osaka, Japan until March 20.

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Indulge in spectacular food in Hong Kong, sip on fun cocktails in Singapore, and reconnect with your inner child in Perth

Java Jazz Festival March 3–5

Groove out in Jakarta to some of the most renowned local and international jazz musicians, with performances

by American Idol star Elliott Yamin and bassist extraordinaire Nik West that will have any music lover dancing. Daily passes cost IDR 650,000 (S$69).

Teddy Bears’ Picnic March 12 Admission fee AU$29 (S$31) for adults; AU$2 (S$2) children 4-15 years; free for children under four years.

Take the kids and their favourite teddy bears for a grand day out at the zoo. Activities will include face painting, a Yogi Bear show and a very special visit from some of the zoo’s friendly lizards, snakes and tortoises.

Pack your swimming gear to take a turn on the waterslide.

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BaliSpirit Festival March 19–26 Embrace your spiritual side at this seven-night festival where attendees are encouraged to live in harmony with the Balinese environment. There is a wide variety of workshops on yoga, dance, music, meditation and more. Day passes start at US$149 (S$210). Not a yogi yet?

Don’t worry, there are beginner classes too. balispiritfestival.com

Taste of Hong Kong

Singapore Cocktail Festival

March 16–19 Treat your tastebuds to gourmet meals as some of Hong Kong’s most celebrated restaurants whip up one-off culinary creations at Taste of Hong Kong.

You can also shop for mouthwatering local produce at the market and sign up for cooking classes with some of the city’s leading chefs. hongkong.tastefestivals.com

March 16–21 There’s something ironic about celebrating booze in an old police station (at 99 Beach Road)… This fun festival will offer incredible cocktails, food and awesome live music. Head inside one of the 40 bars for food and cocktail pairings as well as lots of parties. Entry to the festival is free, you just pay for cocktails and food. singaporecocktailfestival.com

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On the radar Be inspired for your next adventure with everything new and noteworthy across the Jetstar Asia network

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REST EASY For great-value accommodation, try a compact but comfortable room at the new First Cabin hotel in Osaka’s Kansai Airport.

Located inside the airport, it’s perfect for overnight layovers or early-morning flights. first-cabin.jp

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Look back through Singapore’s history Until March 26 Drawing on close to 200 works from international and regional collections, Artist and Empire: (En)countering Colonial Legacies examines the influence of the British Empire on art in former colonies from the 16th century to the present day. Iconic works such as Elizabeth Butler’s The Remnants of an Army and a portrait of Sir Stamford Raffles will be on display. nationalgallery.sg

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An urban oasis in Bangkok Enjoy the best of rest and play that Bangkok has to offer in this elegant getaway nestled in the heart of the city: indulge in worldclass dining in a luxurious rooftop bar and restaurant, enjoy a romantic cruise dinner on the Apsara boat or hit the spa for a whole new level of relaxation. banyantree.com/en/apthailand-bangkok

A taste of Italy Marina Bay Sands’ famous Osteria Mozza restaurant is celebrating the flavours of Italy with monthly themed menus inspired by the country’s varied regions. March’s menu comes from the northern region of Emilia-Romagna; diners can expect zucchini and mozzarella torta, cappellacci alla ragu, and creamy zuppa Inglese. marinabaysands.com

Stay and play in Taipei Until June 30, spoil yourself with a great deal on room packages at the newly opened Aloft Taipei Beitou. The Stay & Play package includes two cocktails, unlimited wi-fi, access to the hotel gym, double loyalty points for all eligible spending during your stay and a late checkout. alofttaipeibeitou.com

An experience rich in heritage.

Built in 1899, The Perth Mint is Australia’s oldest operating mint and Perth’s premier destination to experience the magic, allure and wonder of gold.

• Come and experience Australia’s rich golden history.

• See the world’s largest gold coin – weighing 1 tonne and worth over $50 million.

• Witness the wonder of a traditional gold pour.

• Touch gold bullion worth more than $500,000.

• Marvel at real Australian coins being minted before your eyes.

• Purchase unique West Australian treasures including exquisite Argyle Pink Diamonds and Kailis Australian Pearls. Tax free sales available.

Open 7 Days – 9am to 5pm Gold Exhibition – Shop – Café

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Perth-fect fun While the Australian city’s urban villages used to steal all the limelight, its inner core is the hottest place in town now, thanks to hip entertainment precincts, gamechanging restaurants and a bar mascot named Justin Beaver

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King St Only the fattest wallets can shop on King Street’s luxury fashion strip, but window shopping is free, right? And achievable retail therapy can still be obtained at the irresistible Zomp shoe store. It houses plenty of edgy leather, with discounted lines down the back. Need new kicks? Head north along the cobbled road to Highs and Lows, which is all about street fashion with a focus on hard-to-find sneakers. King St; kingstreetperth.com

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Varnish on King The Small Bar of the Year for 2016 is modelled on a New York speakeasy (there’s only a teeny wall plaque and it’s in the basement) specialising in whisky. Keep an eye out for its mascot, a stuffed animal named Justin Beaver – if he could talk, he’d tell you to try a whisky and bacon flight, matching four different styles of meat and liquor. He might also suggest a longer lunch; the resident chef is seriously talented. 75 King St; varnishonking.com

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Elizabeth Quay Hidden by a row of skyscrapers and edging the Swan River, Perth’s one-year-old waterfront precinct combines bars and restaurants with a curving bridge, walkways and a playground. The Reveley, a tri-level café, restaurant and bar, grants fantastic views, particularly at sunset. You can also take the commuter ferry across the water to South Perth, an enjoyable return journey on its own. The Esplanade; mra.wa.gov.au/ projects-and-places/elizabeth-quay

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Perth Cultural Centre Get your culture fix at this wide pedestrian hub next to Perth railway station. The Art Gallery of Western Australia, which has an excellent and mostly free exhibition line-up in 2017, faces the herb and vegetable-filled Urban Orchard (pick at will, it’s also gratis). Past a couple of pod cafés is the Perth Institute of Contemporary Art (PICA), found just beyond PICA bar, a busy coffee, beer and eats joint. Bordered by Roe St, Beaufort St, Francis St and William St; perthculturalcentre.com.au

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Pigeonhole For a cute and quirky overload, skip in to Pigeonhole’s flagship store, filled with eclectic finds such as inflatable flamingos, neon light rainbows and plastic pineapple cocktail tumblers. The Perth-born, nationwide chain also does a brilliant edit of novel stationery, vintage-look toys, chunky jewellery, fashion ranging from Lacoste to Finders Keepers and One Teaspoon, and oddities such as gin-making kits. 330 Murray St; pigeonhole.com

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Brookfield Place Don’t miss the drink of summer 2017, the frosé.

Renditions of the frozen rosé wine cocktail are all over the city, but we’d tip the version that The Trustee Bar & Bistro – one of the hangouts at the Brookfield Place precinct – is doing with Aperol, vermouth and blood orange puree. Move on to Bar Lafayette for more of the city’s best cocktails and mocktails, before heading down the open-air steps to the hidden-away Choo Choo’s bar. 125 St Georges Tce; brookfieldplaceperth.com

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State Buildings Spend the day in this award-winning precinct of reimagined heritage buildings. Have coffee at Telegram Coffee and admire the florist, then the designer garments at the Aurelio Costarella boutique. Lunch at the Petition Kitchen then grab a craft beer at Petition Beer Corner – or handmade chocolates from Sue Lewis Chocolatier. Go below ground to Long Chim for sassy cocktails and Thai street food, finishing up at Halford Bar. Cnr Barrack St and St Georges Tce; statebuildings.com

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Enjoy a freshly caught lunch at Tai O village

24 HOURS ON

TAI O, LANTAU ISLAND Hong Kong’s oldest fishing village offers an immersion in old-school traditions, intriguing colonial history and a chance to see the rare Chinese white dolphin

The cable car provides a great view of the Tian Tan Buddha; Po Lin Monastery (below)

10AM CRUISE ON A CABLE CAR Tai O is accessible by taxi and bus or – by far the best route – via the Ngong Ping 360 scenic cable car, which departs from above Tung Chung MTR station. The premium glass-bottomed car traverses stunning undulating national park greenery on a 5.7km, 25-minute journey.

(Until June, a coach ride will replace the cable car while it undergoes maintenance work).

WORDS PENNY WATSON

Where: 11 Tat Tung Rd, Tung Chung, Lantau; np360.com.hk

10.30AM QUIET CONTEMPLATION Rising out of the treetops as you near the end of the ride is

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Where: Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping, +852 2985 5248; plm.org.hk

Did you know?

During the 60s and 70s, Tai O was home to 30,000 people working in thriving fishing and salt industries on the Pearl River Delta trade route.

It is now home to only about 2,000.

Tian Tan Buddha, a massive 34m bronze statue and the tallest seated Buddha in the northern hemisphere. The serene shining Buddha was completed in 1993, but it looks ancient. On the ground, also check out the nearby Po Lin Buddhist Monastery, founded in 1906. It features ornamental architecture, tranquil gardens, prayer flags and a modest vegetarian café.

Insider I 24 HOURS Top to bottom: the stilt houses of Tai O, home to the Tanka people, who have fished these waters for generations; explore market streets

11.30AM TEMPLES AND MARKETS It is a short but hilly 7km bus ride from the monastery to Hong Kong’s last remaining fishing village. Tai O’s remote mountainous locale has ensured many age-old Chinese cultures and traditions have survived. The village’s market streets, stilt-houses and laneways can be easily covered on foot. Don’t miss Kwan Tai Temple (Kat Hing Back St), where whale bones from a bygone era gather dust; and the calligraphy shop of lauded local artist and craftsman Kan Yuk Kwong (Kat Hing Back St).

Stalls sell abalone fresh off the grill

Haam yu (salted fish) drying in the sun

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Where: Shek Tsai Po St, Tai O, Lantau, +852 2985 8383; taioheritagehotel.com

5PM A TOUCH OF HERITAGE Back on land, follow the signs for a 20-minute walk around the water’s edge to Tai O Heritage Hotel. In 2012, Hong Kong Heritage Conservation Foundation lovingly transformed the beautiful colonnaded colonial building, the former marine police station, into this boutique hotel with nine luxury suites. Visitors can sign up for a 20-minute historical tour, or check in for the night.

6PM ROOFTOP MAGIC Finish the day at the hotel’s rooftop restaurant, fitted out with old teahouse booths and featuring views of the South China Sea through the treetops. An Asian fusion menu includes local favourites such as fried rice with shrimp paste, homemade pork chop buns and turnip cake. There’s also a wine list – rare in these parts.

Where: As above.

Travel Info 1.30PM FRESHLY CAUGHT LUNCH

3PM DOLPHIN SPOTTING

Dried squid and aromatic salted fish known as haam yu are ubiquitous in Tai O shops.

The latter age-old Cantonese staple is a popular souvenir for tourists. For lunch, three or four stalls on the main street sell cheap prawns, baked oysters with melted cheese and abalone fresh off the grill.

Tai O promenade has a handful of boat operators that provide hour-long tours along Tai O’s coastline and through the waterways past the scenic stilt houses. For a chance to see the wondrous Chinese albinowhite (adult) and pink (young) dolphins slinking through their natural habitat, time your run for a later sunset tour.

Where: Kat Hing St

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A versatile Carrie K. box

A phone lens upgrades her pics

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Precious memories

PHOTO WONG WEILIANG STYLING JONATHAN CHIA

The former ad agency head honcho likens her jewellery brand to a storyteller – and collects vintage teacups while adventuring

Carolyn Kan Founder and designer of Carrie K. Artisan Jewellery; carriekrocks.com

DURING ONE TRIP TO PARIS for fashion week, I had to fit my props into my suitcase.

Since then, it has become a game to plan well and pack as little as possible.

So I like things that perform double duty, like our Carrie K. bookshaped jewellery box that doubles up as an evening clutch.

If I travel to multiple cities, I pack what to wear in each city in individual

Eagle Creek travel packers; these help to organise my suitcase.

I get my best ideas when travelling so my leather notebook, handmade by my husband, and I are inseparable. I also never leave home without my Feiyue shoes which are incredibly comfortable, even for walking all over New York City for a week.

My Ztylus iPhone attachment lets me take

photos using different lenses. I pack one green tea bag for each day I’m away as it’s always comforting to wake up to a good cup of tea. A scarf keeps my neck warm and Allies of Skin’s 1A All-Day Mask gives tired skin a quick boost.

I look for vintage fine bone china teacups and silverware in vintage markets and charity shops. They bring back happy memories.

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GOING BACK TO HIS ROOTS Northern Territory native and runner-up of MasterChef Australia 2013, Lynton Tapp talks about his love for Indigenous ingredients such as bush bananas and conkerberries

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ynton Tapp has come a long way since his days caring for livestock in Australia’s Northern Territory. While working on his family’s cattle station in Katherine, he would occasionally fill in for the station cooks, whipping up big batches of food for the workers and experimenting with new dishes whenever he could. His culinary skills took him all the way to MasterChef Australia 2013, where he was crowned runner-up. Following this foray into television, the now28-year-old then went on to release his first cookbook, Outback Pantry in 2015, before landing a hosting job on the Australian TV cooking series My Market Kitchen a year later.

Tapp admits that growing up in outback Australia shaped his knowledge of, and passion for, food; in particular, ‘bush tucker’ – Indigenous ingredients that grow in the Australian wild, such as bush bananas, finger limes, conkerberries and wattleseed – and cooking according to the seasons.

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How did your interest in food come about?

Food has always been a big part of my life.

Growing up, I had an Aboriginal nanny who would take me on walks through the bush, and teach me about bush tucker. Then when my sister broke her back in an accident, I prepared her meals while she was recovering. I also cooked quite a bit on my family’s cattle station; we were about three hours away from the closest town, so every month we’d drive there to buy large amounts of potatoes, pumpkins, onions and tinned vegetables, and then work out how to use them until we next replenished our supply.

Lynton Tapp is an advocate of fresh, seasonal cooking

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Can you tell us a bit more of Indigenous Australian ingredients?

Many Australian chefs use native foods in their cooking – they look to their backyard for native edible ingredients. I love to wrap barramundi (a fish) in paperbark, and cook it in hot coals. The paperbark imparts a

INTERVIEW SASHA GONZALES

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What’s your approach to food when travelling?

It’s adventurous. I love checking out the stalls and markets where you only see locals. And I never go to a restaurant that puts its menu out the front because that’s a dead giveaway that it’s a tourist spot.

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Where do you love to eat in Darwin?

Rapid Creek Markets, and a restaurant called Hanuman, which is owned by my friend, Jimmy Shu. Jimmy offers three different cuisines – Thai, Indian and Peranakan (Straits Chinese) – and the food is authentic.

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Do you think the use of these ingredients will catch on with home cooks?

Yes. They’re already used a lot in the restaurant industry but now we’re starting to see Australians becoming more curious about such ingredients. These foods are part of our heritage, after all, so we should be proud to use them.

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What changes would you like to see in the food industry?

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Many Australian chefs use native foods The end of mass production. I’d like for us to go back to growing things seasonally – that is, growing food that thrives only during a particular season and is harvested when its flavour is at its peak. This is when the food is its absolute freshest, most flavourful and most affordable.

This’ll take the pressure off the environment, our farmers and resources.

What do you like to cook at home?

Usually meat and vegetables, but my girlfriend loves pasta so I cook that a lot, too.

I always have Asian condiments like sambal (chilli paste) and the Vietnamese nuoc cham (made from fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar and chilli) on hand for extra flavour.

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GARDENS IN THE SKY Part of the Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay, each of these vertical gardens can measure up to 50m tall.

Go at night for a spectacular shot. @missyrabul

SINGAPORE’S TOP 10 INSTAGRAM SHOTS

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LOCAL TREATS A Peranakan (Straits Chinese) speciality, kueh pie tee is a most photo-worthy snack. Bite-sized, fried pastry cups are filled with shredded veggies and prawns, and garnished with coriander and chilli. @jeftan

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PIER WITH A VIEW The Singapore skyline is at its most captivating after dark. What better way to admire the view than with a leisurely walk down the Marina Bay pier – one of the best locations to get a great photo.

This fast-paced island-city boasts a modern skyline and countless cultural and historical attractions, but some areas are still lush and green. It’s also a food-crazed nation, so you’ll never go hungry here

FLORAL FANTASY A common sight in Little India, these fragrant garlands of roses, marigolds and jasmine flowers are offered as gifts to deities in Hindu temples.

THE JEWEL OF MARINA BAY

@flatulensi

With its three towers and connecting roof terrace, Marina Bay Sands stands out on the Singapore skyline, particularly at night. Views from its rooftop infinity pool – the world’s largest – are breathtaking.

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NICE CHICKEN RICE

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When in Singapore, you’ve got to try Hainanese chicken rice. Steamed or roast chicken and ginger- and garlicflavoured rice go with a side of fiery red chilli and fragrant ginger-garlic sauces.

SHOPHOUSES ON PARADE Traditional shophouses abound in Chinatown, Tanjong Pagar and Katong, typically arranged in rows with elaborate facades.

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ART DECO SPLENDOUR Built in 1929, Capitol Theatre boasts an Instagram-worthy Art Deco entrance.

The ‘Grande Dame’ was long neglected before being refurbished. Seating 1,000, it is part of the Capitol Piazza complex.

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TAG US Don’t forget to tag us @jetstarasia #jetstarasia when you’re sharing your travel snaps.

NATURAL BEAUTY It’s hard to believe that this tranquil lake is in Singapore. Located in an abandoned quarry on Pulau Ubin, a short boat ride off the eastern coast, this picturesque lake is definitely one for your holiday snaps album.

ORIENTAL CHARM The facade of the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Museum in Chinatown looks amazing at night. Built in 2007, it incorporates Tang Dynasty-style architecture and includes courtyards, a bell tower and a drum tower.

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The simple life WEARY CITY DWELLERS, FIND RESPITE FROM THE CONCRETE JUNGLE AT THESE RUSTIC FARM STAYS WHERE YOU’LL GET LOTS OF FRESH AIR, ORGANIC PRODUCE AND ADORABLE FARM ANIMALS

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hen the going gets tough, the tough get going – to the countryside for a holiday.

Farm-stay vacations, or agritourism holidays, which are common in countries such as Australia, New Zealand and the United States, have seen a surge in popularity recently as an increasing number of urbanites head to the hinterland to indulge in life’s simpler pleasures.

In Asia, farm stays are particularly popular in Taiwan’s countryside, which are dotted with quaint farms that are open to visitors. There are also rustic farm and homestead stays across Southeast Asia, where opportunities abound to interact with the villagers. Here are our favourite farm stays, all just a short flight away.

FEED FARM ANIMALS BY HAND Settlers Rest, Perth

From alpacas to goats, sheep, lambs and chickens, the farm animals are the stars of Settlers Rest. Just 20 minutes from Perth Airport, this private farm allows you to get

Top and bottom: the lush D’Kranji Farm Resort, Singapore

up close and personal with the friendly creatures during your stay at the farm cottage, which houses only one group of up to eight guests at a time.

In the morning, wake up early to collect a freshly laid egg for your breakfast. And don’t forget to save scraps such

as leftover bread or cutup apples and carrots to feed the animals who are always game for a snack.

You can also stretch your legs slightly further afield by exploring the surrounding family-run wineries in the Swan Valley, and maybe pick up a bottle or two to go with your farm-fresh dinner,

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homestead, which belongs to the mother of The Organic Farm’s co-owner, Wayan, and partake in local practices such as taking a bath at the nearby hot springs.

Don’t forget to pack a sarong or towel.

Rate: from IDR 200,000 (S$21) per night.

Get up close and personal with friendly creatures

SEEK RESPITE FROM THE MEGAPOLIS

Pick your own greens fresh from the ground Find it Settlers Rest 90 George St, West Swan, Western Australia, Australia; +61 8 9250 4540; settlersrest.com.au which you can cook in your cottage’s kitchen.

Rate: from AU$295 (S$320) per night.

MEET BALINESE FARMERS

WORDS KAREN TEE

The Organic Farm, Bali

Food-conscious travellers will love The Organic Farm in Bali, a social enterprise that sources produce such as red rice, coffee, carrots, spinach and lemongrass for its in-house café from Balinese farmers who use traditional chemical fertiliser- and pesticide-free farming techniques to farm what we commonly call organic food.

The Organic Farm Jalan Munduk Lumbang, Angseri, Baturiti, Tabanan, Bali, Indonesia; +62 08 1353 376 905; theorganicfarmbali.com

D’Kranji Farm Resort 10 Neo Tiew Ln 2, Singapore; +65 6862 9717; dkranji.com.sg

Bollywood Veggies 100 Neo Tiew Rd, Singapore; +65 6898 5001; bollywoodveggies.com

Shangrila Leisure Farm 168 Mei-Shan Rd, Dong-Shan Township, Yi-lan County 269, Taiwan; +886 03 9511456; shangrilas.com. tw/shangrila_en

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Visit local fruit orchards and Bali’s picturesque rice terraces, where you might even get to plant or harvest rice, depending on the season. Observe how the villagers live, from how they still cook over bamboo fires to how they carry produce in baskets on their heads.

To complete this rustic experience, stay overnight at Ibu Wayan’s Balinese family Clockwise from top left: pet animals at Settlers Rest Perth; The Organic Farm, Bali; the cosy café at The Organic Farm

D’Kranji Farm Resort, Singapore When you need to escape Singapore’s concrete jungle, head to this northwestern corner of the island, where a little bit of the countryside still exists. Set in this green oasis, D’Kranji Farm Resort’s café, seafood restaurant and beer garden offer dishes cooked with fresh and locally sourced food and produce such as steamed snapper or grouper or chicken cooked with locally grown herbs and mushrooms. You can also try your hand at prawn fishing, a favourite local pastime,

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and visit a swiftlet museum to learn how bird’s nest, a regional delicacy, is produced.

Then drop by the neighbouring Bollywood Veggies farm, where more than a hundred species of edible plants, including sweet potato, tapioca, pumpkin, breadfruit and ginger, and more than 20 varieties of bananas are grown and harvested.

You can sample some of these at the Poison Ivy Bistro.

Rate: from S$120 per night.

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Shangrila Leisure Farm, Taiwan With crisp mountain air, plentiful walking trails and a beautiful fruit orchard where you can pick your own fresh fruit, the Shangrila Leisure Farm, about an hour’s drive from Taipei, is a charming destination for a farm vacation. Learn about the local flora and fauna on an eco-tour, including Taiwanese macaques, tree frogs and butterflies, or take part in local folk activities

Join the locals on a hunting adventure for your dinner such as spinning tops and making sweet rice balls.

At night, feast on farmto-table cuisine at the restaurant, which also features freshly caught seafood from the nearby port. Before you go to sleep, write your wishes on a sky lantern and send it airborne into the sky – a practice that locals believe will carry your wishes up, up and away.

Rate: from NT$3,150 (S$142) per night.

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Peak Sneng Village, Siem Reap For a comprehensive immersion into Cambodian village life, head to the pastoral

village of Peak Sneng, 30km from the city of Siem Reap, where you will stay in a farmhouse and join the locals on a hunting adventure for your dinner.

Pick up some potentially useful skills such as making and using a slingshot, and assist the villagers in

making a traditional snare to catch your meal.

You can also harvest rice and other produce, or try your hand at making local rice wine. Later in the day, join your host in cooking up a storm for dinner, where you’ll be a part of a Khmer party complete with plenty of music and dancing with the denizens of the village.

Rate: from US$100 (S$142) per night.

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hese days, the Chams are just one of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups. Yet they are the descendants of one of the great empires of Southeast Asia: the Indianised Champa Kingdom, which occupied a large part of

modern-day Vietnam from the late 2nd century to the early 19th century.

Today the Cham people in Vietnam number around 162,000, and visitors can find them around the towns of Phan Thiet and Phan Rang on the south-central coast, as well as in the Mekong

Insider I TRADITION TALKS Clockwise from left: the colourful clothing of Cham women; historic My Son; local children; the elegant Cham script

A brief history The Champa Kingdom initially developed in the 2nd century AD in the area around modern Hue. From there it spread south and west, and at its peak from the 8th to 12th centuries, the Cham rulers were the undisputed masters of the South China Sea (then known as the Champa Sea), which stretches from Singapore to Taiwan, and were constantly at war with the Khmers to the west and Vietnamese to the north. The Chams became wealthy from trading goods such as

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Where to see Cham culture

Delta around Chau Doc. They make their living from fishing, farming, weaving and making handicrafts.

Though the Champa Kingdom is long gone, the Chams maintain many distinctive traits that set them apart from the other Vietnamese people. Their society is matriarchal, so the women initiate marriage proposals, pass their family name to their children, and leave family property to daughters, not sons. They have their own language and script, which is derived

The most accessible and interesting places to appreciate the beauty of Cham art and architecture are: ● Da Nang Museum of Cham Culture – the best collection of Cham sculptures in the world. ● My Son – Vietnam’s most evocative and historic Cham site, near Hoi An. ● Thap Doi – two restored towers in the suburbs of Quy Nhon. ● Po Nagar – four towers remain at this complex in Nha Trang. ● Po Klong Garai – perhaps the most beautiful kalan in the country, on a hilltop near Phan Rang. ● Po Ro Me – a hilltop tower just south of Phan Rang. ● Po Sah Inu – three towers overlooking the sea near Mui Ne.

Chams maintain many distinctive traits that set them apart

from Sanskrit. Yet the most visible and striking aspects of Cham culture for outsiders are the red-brick towers that dot the landscape between Da Nang and Phan Thiet.

Many have now been carefully restored and reveal a sophisticated sense of design.

spices and sandalwood, and their wealth allowed them to erect striking towers, some more than 20m high, dedicated to Hindu gods. The Chams were eventually crushed by the southward push of Vietnamese Emperor Minh Mang in the early 19th century, and many

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The towers are lavishly decorated with brick bas-reliefs

Clockwise from top left: the restored Thap Doi towers; experience the Cham way of life; ancient crafts like basket weaving are still alive

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Religion Under the influence of Indian merchants, the Chams adopted Hinduism as their main religion, and built temples in sites such as the grand My Son, near Hoi An, which is a mustsee for anyone interested in Cham architecture.

Hindu Chams are known as Balamon.

Then, in around the 10th century, Arab traders arrived, converting many Chams to Islam, and they became known as Bani Chams. Despite their different religious beliefs, both groups also worship their ancestors and former kings and deities of the Champa Kingdom.

Art and architecture The eye-catching Cham towers, some of which date back to the 7th and 8th centuries, are often sited on hilltops and are easy to spot for travellers

in central and south Vietnam. They consist of a kalan, or sanctuary, for worshipping the principal deity; a mandapa, an entry hallway leading into the sanctuary; a kosagrha, a

building, typically with a saddle-shaped roof, used to house ‘valuables’ belonging to the deity; and a gopura, or gatetower, leading into the temple complex. A close look at the way the bricks are laid so precisely, without any type of mortar, reveals advanced engineering skills.

The towers are lavishly decorated with brick bas-reliefs and sandstone sculptures of deities and mythical creatures, though many sculptures have now been moved to museums in Vietnam, for safe keeping.

There’s a small fee for visiting most historic Cham sites, but it’s worth paying to marvel at the artistic flair of this ancient culture.

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Souvenir shops Singapore Keepsakes from the little red dot are fun, tonguein-cheek and popular even among locals. Here’s our list of the best creative stores and websites to find them in

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1. NAIISE: QUIRKY FASHION Where: 2 Handy Rd, #B1-08 The Cathay, +65 6252 7701; naiise.com In 2013, Dennis Tay started Naiise as a platform to support local designers.

Initially the business operated online, then a year later, as demand for these unique products soared, Tay opened a pop-up store.

Several pop-ups later, Tay

launched his first retail outlet at The Cathay. Today, this 8,500sq ft flagship store is just one of six retail outlets specialising in unusual but useful gifts and souvenirs, most of which are designed or produced in Singapore.

Naiise has an impressive selection of clothes and fashion accessories from local designers like The Shiok Collective, Love SG, Wet Tee Shirt, Binary Style and Statement. These products

feature feat fe atur uree popular pop opul ular ar SSinglish inglish in slogans or sayings, sayings and prints prin i inspired by local attractions, animals, flowers and food.

2. SUPERMAMA: CITY ICON COLLECTIBLES Where: 265 Beach Rd, +65 6291 1946; supermama.sg If you’re fond of collecting fridge magnets while on holiday, you’ll love the One Singapore range from Supermama. The small porcelain magnets are made in Arita, Japan (the heart of the Japanese porcelain industry) and designed by Oneplusone, a Singaporebased design collective.

Naiise has an impressive selection from local designers Each magnet depicts a scene or icon typically associated with Singapore, such as the ERP (Electronic Road Pricing) gantry, a Housing Development Board block (complete with hanging bamboo laundry poles), the Supertree Grove at the Gardens by the Bay, and the late ‘father of modern Singapore’, Mr Lee Kuan Yew. Supermama also sells collectible porcelain plates.

Our fave is the beautiful The One Singapore 2016 Edition, which features a collage of illustrated local icons.

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thefarmstore.sg The Farm Store collaborates with Singapore designers who create fun souvenirs and locally themed lifestyle products. The store represents designers including Nom & Co, Souvenirs from Singapore, Wheniwasfour, Singapore Souvenirs for Museum Label, Arclique and Kim Choo.

Gourmands will love the array of food-related items offered by The Farm Store.

This website has them all: from cushions made to look like pineapple tarts and peng kueh (rice dumpling) to eyecatching plates and aprons printed with local recipes on them and stationery inspired by iconic Singaporean food and beverages.

4. GALLERY & CO: SOUTHEAST ASIAN STYLE Where: City Hall Wing, #01-17, 1 St. Andrew’s Rd, +65 6385 6683; galleryand.co Located at the National Gallery Singapore, this retail and food and beverage outlet sells a curated selection of books, design collectibles and prints, home décor items, fashion accessories, children’s products and stationery, all

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Clockwise from right: a tasty peng kueh cushion from The Farm Store; quirky books from Cat Socrates; designer postcards from Gallery & Co

inspired by Southeast Asian art and culture.

Why not write home using its City Series set of postcards? Each of the three postcards feature iconic Singapore landmarks like the Merlion and the Singapore Flyer.

You’ll also love the postcards from The Artist Project 1.0, a collaborative effort between Gallery & Co and local and international designers, artists and brands. The artists designed their postcard based on what Singapore means to them.

5. CAT SOCRATES: SUPPORTING ARTISTS Where: 231 Bain St, #02-25 Bras Basah Complex, +65 6333 0870; and 448 Joo Chiat Rd, +65 6348 0863; catsocrates.com.sg Established in 2008, Cat Socrates stocks an eclectic,

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While the store represents many international artists and brands, it also provides a platform for Singapore designers to showcase their creations to a bigger audience.

If you’re obsessed with stationery and paper

products, have a look at Cat Socrates’ cards and notebooks featuring iconic Singapore attractions and signature Peranakan (Straits Chinese) designs. You’ll also find books like a Singlish dictionary-notebook and a guide to using Singlish, which make interesting souvenirs for yourself or fun gifts for your loved ones. Oh, and look out for the store’s cute resident cats.

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STREETS AHEAD IN FILIPINO FLAVOURS FOR A TASTE OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST DELICIOUS EMERGING CULINARY TRENDS, HEAD TO THESE VIBRANT MANILA MARKETS

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TO SAMPLE EXCITING NEW GOURMET FOOD TRENDS

mascarpone-filled cannoli from Cannoli and Co., artisanal Filipino cocktails

by Liquido Maestro, and spaghetti paella from The Urban Feast.

This pop-up market doesn’t have a fixed time or venue, but if you happen to be here when they’re up and running, it’s definitely worth a visit – especially if you are a food snob. Why? The curators of this market have a knack for picking out the most exciting new gourmet finds in the city. Furthermore, their impressive set-up includes an abundance of opulent fresh flower arrangements, a line-up of top music acts, and beautifully decorated food stalls. Although the vendors change with each installation, past offerings have included

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f you step into a Filipino household, the first question that greets you is usually: “Have you eaten?”. This is then followed by a “let’s eat” invitation.

From fiestas to birthdays to funerals, food is central to Filipino get-togethers, making it an important (and delicious) cultural element of the Southeast Asian country. And this national obsession has given birth to a number

of foodie havens all over the Philippines. But the densest gathering of the nation’s best foods and produce can be found in Manila’s food markets. From warm, neighbourhood-style events and familyfriendly stalls to chic pop-ups that have chased down the most cuttingedge food trends from all of Manila’s islands, these markets serve up the best of local culinary and cultural delights.

Salcedo Community Market On Saturdays, the busy heart of the Makati financial hub in Manila dulls to a lull – except for Jaime C. Velasquez Park where the Salcedo Community Market pops up. Although this market is relatively small, it is always lively and bustling, thanks to the troops of regulars (including some of the country’s best chefs) who faithfully flock here every Saturday. The market is worth a visit

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as mangosteen jam by Kablon Farms or kale chips by Take Root.

FOR HEALTH NUTS AND LOVERS OF GLOBAL EATS Legazpi Sunday Market

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The curators pick out exciting new gourmet finds

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for its local delights such as fluffy pandesal (local bread rolls), grilled pork skewers fresh off the barbeque, traditional bibingka (rice cakes) cooked in banana leaves, as well as seasonal treats like roasted chestnuts. Salcedo Community Market is also a great place to rummage through fresh produce brought into the city by some of the country’s best farmers or to purchase some edible souvenirs such

Also swirling in the delicious vortex of Makati is the Legazpi Sunday Market, a larger market that attracts locals and tourists alike. The vendors here offer a good variety of traditional Filipino eats, local produce, prepared and packaged foods, as well as some of the most interesting international foods (check out Babci Kuchnia’s Polish dumplings) as well as delicious trendy eats (find interesting ice-cream flavours like coffee and

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Salcedo Community Market Jaime C. Velasquez Park, Makati; facebook.com/ SalcedoCommunityMarket Open Saturdays 7am–2pm

Legazpi Sunday Market Legazpi Active Park, Trasierra, Legazpi Village, Makati, +63 943 385 6642; facebook. com/legazpisundaymarket Open Sundays 7am–2pm This page: Head to the bustling Salcedo Community Market for modern Filipino tastes

Greenfield Weekend Market Greenfield District Central Park, Mayflower St, Mandaluyong; facebook.com/pg/ GreenfieldWeekendMarket Open Sundays 4pm–midnight

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Guinness beer as well as vinegar and spiced cookies at Adam’s Ice Cream).

But if you’re pining for something healthy and nutritious, follow the drumbeats of the djembes to the neighbouring tents of Mara’s Original Market, which has the same opening hours as the Legazpi Sunday Market.

This space is dedicated to local organic foods and it’s the largest spread you’ll find in Manila. It’s here where you’ll find crisp veggies from the far reaches of Luzon’s northern mountains, fresh juices with healing herbs, raw vegan delights from Dahon Kusina, and juicy burgers made with grass-fed beef from producer Down to Earth.

FOR FAMILY FUN AND SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Greenfield Weekend Market Large open spaces are quite the rarity in overcrowded Manila, so

You’ll find crisp veggies from the far reaches of Luzon’s northern mountains

tarot readings, and little boutiques, but the food really plays the starring role. The grub here is affordable yet delectable, with simple eats for sale such as Cebustyle lechon (suckling pig) from Raffy’s Belly Good, shawarma (Middle Eastern grilled meats) from Habib and authentic pho from Viet Taste.

Top to bottom: try new flavours at Legazpi Sunday Market; a hearty meal at Greenfield Weekend Market; open till midnight, Greenfield has your weekend fun sorted

This market has it all, from art to eats for a sense of space and a taste of the city, make a beeline for Greenfield Weekend Market. Unlike Legazpi Community Market, this Sunday market starts after lunch and goes all the way to midnight.

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The beaches have been cleared, with the natural order restored and palm tree vistas no longer obscured

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huket is a hugely different place from when I first arrived almost six years ago. From a sleepy backwater, it’s become one of the most important provinces in Thailand, with all the major development that entails: tunnels and expressways are being built all over the island; three new mega shopping malls are currently under construction; and the airport began welcoming

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visitors via a flash new international terminal late last year.

Then there are the beaches. In 2011, Phuket’s sands were covered in beach chairs and umbrellas and filled with assorted ice cream and souvenir vendors – there was barely a spot to put down a towel, and you were discouraged from doing so by the locals that made a living renting out sun loungers. Fast forward to 2017, and the beaches have been

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Top and bottom: delicious seafood dishes from Smokin’ Fish restaurant

(mostly) cleared, with the natural order restored and palm tree vistas no longer obscured.

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Culinary advances However, perhaps the biggest change has been the improvement of the island’s culinary scene, which is now a vibrant world of top-class chefs and innovative mixologists. For instance, at Rustic (facebook.com/ rusticeateryphuket), chefs Nikola Lesar and Chonthicha Surajaroenjai

have breathed fresh life into Patong as a dining destination, with their fine contemporary European cuisine. Meanwhile, over at Suay (suayrestaurant. com) in Phuket Town, chef Tammasak Chootong has been doing the same for Thai food, merging his local heritage with a German upbringing to create an often unique menu of cross-cultural favourites, such as the Phuket-style quiche Lorraine with crab meat in yellow curry, and the

spaghetti with grilled river prawns served in spicy tom yum butter sauce.

Trendsetting bars Indeed, the Old Town as a whole has gone from sleepy backwater to trendsetter, with new cafés springing up every week – try Bookhemian (facebook. com/bookhemian) for the hipster vibe – and a wave of brave new restaurateurs like chef Sakulyot Phongpheng at Smokin’ Fish

TIM NEWTON Tim Newton owns Phuket radio station The Thaiger and has lived on the island for five years. Originally from Melbourne, Tim came for the beaches, adventures and pad Thai.

There are two main shopping centres in Phuket and another three on the way, but I prefer to head to the Expo Market close to Phuket’s Old Town where the locals shop. Bargain hard! For a drink, head – at sunset, of course – to the Sunset Bar on the cliff road between Kata Beach and Nai Harn.

When it comes to eating on the island, you can’t go wrong with a banana pancake on the street.

There’s approximately three million calories in each, or something like that, but it’s true love in every bite. I like mine with Nutella spread.

When I’m looking for something to do, I head up to the Khao Rang Viewpoint overlooking Phuket Town.

Get up there before sunset to enjoy amazing views, then enjoy dinner at Tung Ka Cafe, where they serve outstanding local curries.

Lastly, when I need an escape from it all, I head to Mai Khao Beach in the north of the island. There’s kilometres of sand where you’re unlikely to see a tourist all day. That’s paradise for me.

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Head to Lard Yai market for souvenirs and street food

NICO RAESS Filmmaker Nico Raess co-owns Phuket video production company Fat Mango Videos. He moved to Phuket at age 13 and has called it home ever since.

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I don’t really shop much, but if I were to get a gift for someone, I’d go to the Lard Yai Sunday Night Market on Thalang Road in the Old Town. It’s become a kind of gathering point for local handmade goods, and they have some great street food. When it comes to eating, I’m a sucker for Isaan food from the northeast of Thailand.

If you can handle your spice, then head to the Big Chicken in Kathu – it’s a local landmark with a huge 15m-tall rooster statue at the entrance. Order the tum taeng spicy cucumber salad, it’s delicious. If you want to get away from the craziness of Bangla Road in Patong, Phuket Town has some great little watering holes – check out Cue Bar next to the Clocktower roundabout. When I need a getaway, I head down to Rawai Beach and rent a longtail boat for the day.

For around THB 1,000 (S$40), they will take you on a private tour of the offshore islands.

(facebook.com/smokinfish.phuket). Right next door is Phuket’s coolest bar Z1mplex (facebook.com/z1mplex), where mad scientist duo Tom Auttayatamavittaya and Nann Yantapanit have drawn in punters from as far afield as Bangkok with their crazy concoctions. Try the ‘Hannibal’ cocktail with schnapps, rum, gin, cream liqueur, and bitters melded in a skull-shaped shot or the other worldly ‘Parallel Universe’ with absinthe, vodka, and liqueurs.

The latest sights Of course, there’s plenty more to do than just drinking and dining in Phuket.

The complex that houses the 45m-tall Big Buddha, which provides 360-degree views of the south of the island, has been under construction since I arrived, and the launch of the cultural-themed Thai theatre show at Siam Niramit (siamniramit.com) a few years back brought a little cultural perspective to Phuket’s tourism offerings, while fresh new hotels like the Cassia (cassia.com) continue to spring up on the shores. However, one of the island’s newest attractions, if that is the right word, perhaps offers the most promise.

The Phuket Elephant Sanctuary (facebook.com/phuketelephantsanctuary) opened in November last year as a retirement home for sick, injured and old elephants from the island’s many trekking camps. Visitors here have limited interaction with the elephants, and instead observe the animals – which often arrive

Visitors observe the injured elephants as they graze, swim and play with severe man-inflicted injuries – as they graze, swim and play. Within a short space of time it has already started to change attitudes on the island towards elephants, helping steer it towards ethical tourism. Much like the clearing of the beaches, and the infrastructure

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See elephants enjoy their environment without being hassled

PIANGPEN THAMPRADIT Born on the island, Piangpen Thampradit is a fixture on the Old Town’s bar scene, and is owner of the popular Phuketique Coffee Bar and co-owner of craft beer bar Crafts & Co.

improvements, it shows how Phuket continues to grow, and remains a truly wonderful place to visit – and call home.

In 2011, Simon Ostheimer left behind the busy streets of Bangkok to raise his young family on Phuket, and has been writing about his adopted home ever since.

Getting there Jetstar flies three times daily from Singapore to Phuket.

To book visit JETSTAR.COM

Check out the nightlife at Cue Bar (above) and Club No. 43

There are plenty of great restaurants in Phuket Town for eating, but a secret place I like to go is Mee Hoon Pa Chang in the Bang Niew Chinese Temple – while the service may not win awards, their Hokkienstyle mee hoon rice noodles are some of the best on the island. When I’m not looking after the bar in my own places, I head to Club No. 43 – while I prefer their classic-style cocktails, you can tell the staff here what you like and they’ll create something special just for you. When I’m looking for a little adventure, I take to the skies at the Flying Hanuman in Kathu, a zipline adventure park where you ‘fly’ across the jungle canopy. When I need a change of pace, my favourite place to head to is the southern end of Kata Beach, to find a quiet and shady spot of sand – if you’re here in the evening, grab a drink at the nearby Reggae Bar, perched on the rocks.

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Top spots to tie the knot Are you thinking hi ki off h having i your d dream wedding overseas? Find out why couples are in love with these five cities WORDS SASHA GONZALES

ith some of Asia and Australia’s most beautiful destinations just a short flight away, it’s easier than ever to host your wedding overseas. Whether you want an intimate garden ceremony, an over-the-top party with friends and family on a beach or a sophisticated do in a glamorous city, you have loads of options to choose from in the region.

Destination weddings are a trend now for many reasons. For one, you are going on holiday with your nearest and

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dearest. Second, depending on where you host it, it can cost you far less than if you were to have it at home. Third, you get awesome wedding photos – the more scenic, unusual or exotic the locale, the more interesting your shots are likely to turn out. And finally, when the wedding is over, you can stay on in your destination for your honeymoon. What’s not to love?

These five cities are perfect if you’re after a wedding celebration with a difference, as these couples will tell you.

Ramp up the romance with a sunset ceremony at Aleenta Phuket Resort

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Clockwise from top left: Hotel Fort Canning, Singapore; Thai dancers at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong; a grand venue at Hotel Fort Canning; Hyatt Regency Danang; the beachfront in Danang; special moments at the secluded Avista Hideaway

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Go from wedding to honeymoon in minutes

It was also easy for our international guests to get to, and a top beach destination

Top to bottom: Hyatt Regency Danang; Avista Hideaway; Hotel Fort Canning

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The island-state boasts some pretty special locations and its skyline makes a great backdrop for wedding pictures.

Australian couple Dean and Courtney Killen, who tied the knot in 2014, chose Singapore for its buzz. “We’d travelled there multiple times and were never short of things to do and see. When Dean proposed to me on one of those trips, we knew we had to return to Singapore for our wedding. The city holds a special place in our hearts.

We held our wedding at Barnacles by the Sea at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa,” says Courtney.

VENUE IDEAS: Hotel Tugu Lombok This hotel lets you create your own wedding package from a variety of dining, decor and entertainment options. For example, choose a Bali blessing ceremony followed by a cultural-themed dinner, which includes traditional performances and a beach barbecue.

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weddings, although its ballrooms and Grand Marquee are also popular.

Here you can choose from a selection of programmes. The Social Media Concierge, for example, can help you share your special day on social media platforms, while The Beat Goes On includes hangover kits and brunch for your guests the next day.

VENUE IDEAS: Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa Imagine having a romantic sunset ceremony on the beach, followed by a reception on the waterfront.

There’s also a ballroom if you’re after a more traditional setting.

Hotel Fort Canning This is the only hotel in Singapore that’s nestled amongst 18 hectares of lush national parkland. Its Garden Terrace is ideal for

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The island’s beaches give it a romantic vibe but, with its ancient temples and mountains, it also has a mystical allure. Emma and Jonathon Porter chose to have their wedding ceremony in beautiful Lombok. “The event was magical,” Emma shares. “[And beforehand] along with our guests, we went on boat trips, visited the waterfalls, and went snorkelling.”

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This small island off the southern coast of Thailand has some of the most amazing beaches on the planet, not to mention great seafood. Plus, compared to many other popular destinations, it is more affordable. Singapore couple Daniel and Joanne Tan chose to wed in Phuket so that they could holiday straight afterwards. “It’s the perfect honeymoon destination

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Where to find

so we thought we’d bring our family and friends along with us. There are so many resorts catering to all budgets,” says Daniel.

Aleenta Phuket Resort’s beautiful decorations

SINGAPORE Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa 101 Siloso Rd, Sentosa, +65 6275 0100; shangri-la.com Hotel Fort Canning 11 Canning Wlk, +65 6559 6795; hfcsingapore.com

BALI Hotel Tugu Lombok Jl. Pantai Sire, Desa Sigar Penjalin, Kecamatan Tanjung, Kabupaten Lombok Utara, Nusa Tenggara Barat, +62 370 6120111; tuguhotels.com W Bali Seminyak Jl. Petitenget, Kerobokan, Seminyak, +62 361 3000 106; wretreatbali.com

PHUKET Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong 39/9 Muen Ngern Rd, Patong District, Amphur Kathu, +66 76 681 681; avista-hideawayphuket-patong.com Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa 33 Moo 5, Takua Thung, Khok Kloi, Phang Nga, +66 25 148 112; aleenta.com

PERTH The Vines Resort & Country Club Verdelho Dr, The Vines, +61 8 9297 3000; vines.com.au The Terrace Hotel 237 St Georges Tce, +61 8 9214 4444; terracehotelperth.com.au

DANANG Pullman Danang Beach Resort Vo Nguyen Giap St, Khue My Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, +84 236 395 8888; pullmandanang.com Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa 5 Truong Sa St, Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, +84 511 398 1234; danang. regency.hyatt.com

VENUE IDEAS: Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong This secluded resort is located on a hilltop, overlooking the sea. In addition to wedding planner assistance and welcome drinks for guests, the packages here also give you creative options for your guestbook, such as a fun photo booth.

Aleenta Phuket Resort & Spa This resort is far from the crowds and the city.

Choose to hold your ceremony on its exquisite private beach or in one of its grand villas. The packages include a turtle release to celebrate your nuptials.

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Perth’s natural beauty is what compelled Jakarta-based couple James and Lynn Lam to exchange vows in the city. “James and I met in Perth when we were students there many years ago,” Lynn shares.

“We’ve always loved the place because of its year-round good weather and natural attractions.

The food and wine are excellent, too.”

VENUE IDEAS: The Vines Resort & Country Club, Do you and your soonto-be spouse love golf?

The newly built, openair Garden Pavilion accommodates up to 100 guests and overlooks the resort’s stunning golf course, koi ponds and gardens. As part of your wedding package, you’ll also receive a complimentary nine holes of golf.

An, so it was convenient for us,” says Catherine.

“It was also easy for our international guests to get to, not to mention the fact that it’s a top beach destination.”

The Terrace Hotel

Host a traditional Vietnamese ceremony at this resort – the event takes place on the beach, and includes traditional costumes for the bride and groom, and a blessing from a Buddhist monk.

Weddings are a speciality here – the heritage-listed building is luxurious and romantic, making for a grand backdrop for photos and videos.

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While Danang is known for its pristine beaches, it also has many cultural and historical attractions, from pagodas to pretty bridges. Malaysian couple Justin and Catherine Ho wanted to honeymoon in Hoi An so they chose Danang for their 2015 wedding. “Danang is just 25 minutes away from Hoi

Experience beachside romance

VENUE IDEAS: Pullman Danang Beach Resort

Hyatt Regency Danang Resort & Spa This hotel is right on the beach and near many historic sites. You can have your ceremony and reception by the ocean or poolside, or in the Regency Ballroom.

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This page A hawker relaxes in front of an ad poster inside a carriage.

Opposite The circular train arrives at the Bogyoke Market Station.

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The Yangon Circular Railway network keeps this Myanmar metropolis on the move. It’s also one of the best – and cheapest – ways to get to know the city

Riding the rails

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Left Rain or shine, the train gets Yangonites where they need to go.

Right Buddhist monks ride for free on the busy route.

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Left A young passenger tries to take a midday nap as the train lumbers on to the next stop.

Middle Snack vendors set up shop on the railway platforms.

Right Daydreaming helps while away the journey.

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At level 40 CapitaGreen (Rooftop), 138 Market St, +65 6635 8677; artemisgrill.com.sg

Toss & Turn Salad Bar At #B4-55, Ion Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, +65 6636 5835; tossnturnsalad.com

Kitchen by Food Rebel At 28 Stanley St, +65 6224 7088; foodrebelsg.com

Plentyfull

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At #01-79/80, Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, +65 6493 2997; facebook. com/plentyfullsg

Grain Traders At #01-01/02/03, CapitaGreen, 138 Market St, +65 6384 6559; grain-traders.com

Ninja Cut At 32 Seah St, +65 6264 7727; facebook.com/ TheNinjaCut

Aloha Poke At 92 Amoy St, +65 6221 6165; alohapoke.com.sg

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M A R L B O R O U G H C O L L E G E M A L AY S I A

A Great British Education Pupils are taught a British curriculum from British educators who know the value of heritage and tradition. For over 170 years Marlborough College has been synonymous with a first-class British boarding education. Now in 90 acres of South-East

Asia we offer our pupils the same opportunity to learn and to grow from the wisdom of those who have gone before them. We are a co-educational Preparatory and Senior School offering an outstanding education for pupils aged 3-18.

For details of our forthcoming Admissions Events at Marlborough College Malaysia on 8 th March and Jakarta on 15 th March visit: w w w . m a r l b o r o u g h c o l l e g e . m y

Nik West, one of the talented Singapore Jazz Festival Explore I INTERVIEW performers, combines soulful singing and funky electric bass.

PHOTO SINGAPORE JAZZ FESTIVAL

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JETSTAR NEWS 60 I STAR JOURNEYS 61 I MAPS 64

Inflight I JETSTAR NEWS

GO MOBILE AND STRAIGHT TO GATE There’s no better way to start your travels by aceing counter queues and going Straight to Gate. The next time you fly with us from Singapore with carry-on baggage only, check-in online, obtain the boarding pass on your mobile phone, then go directly through immigration and to the boarding gate. See jetstar.com for more details.

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On Tuesday February 14, lucky lovebirds who flew with us received chocolates and specially designed cards, with personalised messages dedicated to them by their loved ones. Our cabin crew also had fun playing messengers, delivering the cards to the couples. Thanks for your overwhelming support of our dedicated Valentine’s Day service, we hope you had a great V Day too!

1 Check-in online

2 Get a mobile boarding pass

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THANK YOU PHILIPPINES

Awarded again!

We may not be the biggest, but we certainly have the love. Our attractive booth at the Philippines Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) Travel Expo 2017, won the hearts of the expo visitors, so much so that we were again awarded the ‘Most Popular’ booth, for the second year in a row! Thanks to Holiday Tours & Travel for helping us with the expo, and most of all, our customers for the great turnout and support at the booth.

Head directly to the boarding gate

VISIT US AND SAY HELLO ON SOCIAL MEDIA! facebook.com/JetstarAsiaAirways @jetstarasia @Jetstar_Asia

Inflight I STAR JOURNEYS WINNERS

#StarJourneys Taken some great snaps during your recent Jetstar holiday? Post them on social media, tag (Instagram) us at #StarJourneys, @jetstarasia (Instagram), or @Jetstar_Asia (Twitter) or @Jetstar Asia (Facebook), include a simple caption – and if we feature your picture you will win a S$100 Jetstar voucher!

Edison Ng, @mynameismooncake “It was such a beautiful sunny day to walk around.”

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Karyn Heng, @chaotakheng “This marks the end to a trip full of xiao adventures!”

Da Nang, Vietnam

about #StarJourneys

SHARE YOUR GREAT TRAVEL SNAPS WITH US AND STAND TO WIN S$100 VOUCHERS! @jetstarasia (Instagram), SHAREJETSTAR YOUR GREAT TRAVELSimply SNAPStag WITH US AND STAND TO WIN S$100 @Jetstar_Asia (Twitter)Simply or @Jetstar Asia (Facebook) and include JETSTAR VOUCHERS. tag @jetstarasia (Instagram), @Jetstar_Asia (Twitter) #StarJourneys in your photo caption.

If your picture is featured the caption. If or @Jetstar Asia (Facebook) and include #StarJourneys in your in photo magazine, you’ll win a S$100 Jetstar voucher that can be redeemed on your picture is featured in the magazine, you’ll win a S$100 Jetstar voucher that can Jetstar Asia, Jetstar Pacifi c and Jetstar Airways ights. We reserve the We reserve be redeemed on Jetstar Asia, Jetstar Pacifi c andflJetstar Airways flights. right to repost these photos on Jetstar Asia’s social media accounts. the right to repost these photos on Jetstar Asia’s social media accounts.

Lorita Nyepit, @lorrettajolie “Just had to take a picture with the guard as a souvenir.”

The Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand

61 Christie Prajitno, @christiejojoi “I was so lucky to be able to fly the lantern.”

Taipei, Taiwan

Herman Salleh, @never_found “Hardships often prepare ordinary people for an extraordinary destiny.”

Mt Ijen, near Surabaya, Indonesia

Inflight I JETSTAR NEWS

Watch celebs and aid workers care for the needy in Asia

WIN $250 WORTH OF JETSTAR VOUCHERS! Congratulations to all five winners of our February quiz. The answers were $32, yes, and free.

To be one of five lucky winners to each win a S$50 voucher in March, spot our half-page FlexiBiz ad in this issue, and list all five benefits of the bundle, designed specifically to make your business travel easier.

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Travel for a cause Jetstar is part of a heart-warming celebrity mission that you can catch on Channel U every Wednesday

T

o many of us, travel means getting away from our hectic work routines for a relaxing getaway. But for a small group of volunteers, travel means getting to places that even most locals shun, all in the spirit of helping and caring for the less privileged.

Going Miles, Spreading Smiles (♧➃遤կ 军➃

䗱) is a brand new TV programme on Channel U (Singapore), where over the course of seven weeks, different TV artists will embark on journeys to various cities in Asia to visit and care for the needy.

With the help of Singapore-based aid workers, these artists will venture into the heart of poverty to show us the great work that these unsung heroes are

working on overseas.

This March, follow personalities such as Dawn Yeoh, Calvin Soh, Zhang Zhen Huan and Desmond Tan on their journeys to Manila, Yangon, Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

You can watch the full episodes on tv.toggle.sg, or on Channel U every Wednesday at 9pm SGT. Jetstar is proud to be part of this heartwarming mission.

Email your answers, including your full name and contact number, with the title ‘Jetstar FlexiBiz Contest’ to jetstarasiamarketing@ jetstar.com by March 31, 2017. Winners will be contacted via email. Terms and conditions apply.

Inflight I QUIZ

QUIZ TIME Get set to test your travel knowledge with this month’s quiz 1. True or false: Hong Kong means ‘fragrant harbour’ or ‘incense harbour’ in Chinese.

2. Where is the world’s longest escalator system, measuring almost 800m?

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13. Thailand hosts an annual buffet festival in November to honour which local animal?

3. Established in 1899, where is the oldest operating coin mint in Australia located?

14. Standing at 634m, which tower is Japan’s tallest?

4. True or false: the Australian city of Perth is closer to Singapore than it is to the Australian capital.

15. What is the name of the 2016 album from Japanese metal idol band BABYMETAL?

5. Which Australian territory is home to the Finke River, the oldest river in the world?

16. Damper Baby is the mascot for which iconic building in Taipei?

6. How tall is Uluru in Australia’s Northern Territory?

17. In which country can you find the world’s first Michelin-starred street vendor?

7. In which year did Penang’s capital George Town became a city?

8. Binondo is the oldest Chinatown in the world. Which capital city is it located in?

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12. Believed to be the world’s smallest mammal, the Kitti’s hog-nosed bat, or bumblebee bat, is found in which countries?

9. Which city on Hainan Island is the training site of the Chinese national beach volleyball team?

10. How many faces does the Guanyin of the South Sea of Sanya statue feature?

11. Over 250km of underground tunnels run below which district in Ho Chi Minh City?

18. What is the Malaysian national animal?

19. True or false: the Red Lotus is the national flower of Indonesia.

20. The Makepung Races in Bali is a competition riding which animal?

21. How long are most traditional Balinese kites?

22. How many beaches are on Sentosa Island?

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QUIZ ANSWERS 1_ True 2_ Hong Kong 3_ Perth 4_ False 5_ Northern Territory 6_ 863 meters (2,831 feet) 7_ 1957 8_ Manila 9_ Sanya 10_ Three 11_ Cu Chi 12_ Thailand and Myanmar 13_ Monkey 14_ Tokyo Skytree 15_ Metal Resistance 16_ Taipei 101 17_ Singapore 18_ Malayan tiger 19_ False 20_ Buffalo 21_ 10m 22_ Three

Inflight I WHERE WE FLY

INTERNATIONAL Operated by Jetstar Airways Operated by Jetstar Asia Operated by Jetstar Pacific Operated by Jetstar Japan

Flights are operated by Jetstar Airways and commence 10 May (Melbourne-Ho Chi Minh City) and 11 May (Sydney-Ho Chi Minh City), subject to government and regulatory approval

Tokyo (Narita) Nagoya (Chubu)

Osaka (Kansai) Guiyang Shantou Guangzhou

Taipei

Hong Kong Hanoi Haikou Yangon Sanya Da Nang Siem Reap Manila Bangkok Phnom Penh

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Hawaii (Honolulu)

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 Hai Phong

Sapporo

Thanh Hoa Vinh Dong Hoi Hue Da Nang Chu Lai Pleiku Quy Nhon

Phu Quoc

Tokyo (Narita) Nagoya (Chubu)

Tuy Hoa Buon Ma Thuot

Matsuyama Osaka (Kansai) Fukuoka Takamatsu Oita Kumamoto

Nha Trang Da Lat

Kagoshima

Ho Chi Minh City

Operated by Jetstar Pacific Flights are operated by Jetstar Pacific and commence 9 March, subject to government and regulatory approval

Okinawa Operated by Jetstar Japan

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 4 April, subject to regulatory approval

Wellington Christchurch

Launceston Hobart Queenstown

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Inflight I WHEN WE FLY

Jetstar Asia, together with Jetstar, operates more than 600 flights per week throughout Asia. Schedule is valid to March 25, 2017.

SINGAPORE – HONG KONG / HONG KONG – SINGAPORE 3 hours 55 minutes (GMT+8)

JETSTAR ASIA SINGAPORE – BANGKOK / BANGKOK – SINGAPORE

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

09:40

HKG

13:40

SIN

15:45

HKG

19:45

HKG

14:20

SIN

18:20

HKG

20:25

SIN

00:25

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

T

F

S

S

W

T

F

S

S

W

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F

S

S

SINGAPORE – HAIKOU / HAIKOU – SINGAPORE

2 hours 30 minutes (GMT+7)

3 hours 30 minutes (GMT+8)

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

07:10

BKK

08:35

SIN

07:30

HAK

11:10

SIN

09:00

BKK

10:25

HAK

12:15

SIN

15:55

SIN

11:25

BKK

12:50

SIN

12:40

BKK

14:00

SIN

18:30

BKK

19:55

SIN

19:10

BKK

20:35

SINGAPORE – PHUKET / PHUKET – SINGAPORE

BKK

09:15

SIN

12:45

1 hour 45 minutes (GMT+7)

BKK

11:45

SIN

15:15

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

BKK

13:30

SIN

17:00

SIN

08:00

HKT

08:45

BKK

14:55

SIN

18:30

SIN

08:25

HKT

09:20

BKK

20:55

SIN

00:25

SIN

14:40

HKT

15:35

BKK

21:20

SIN

00:50

SIN

20:30

HKT

21:20

HKT

09:30

SIN

12:30

HKT

10:00

SIN

12:50

HKT

16:15

SIN

19:05

HKT

22:00

SIN

00:50

M

T

W

T

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S

S

SINGAPORE – JAKARTA / JAKARTA – SINGAPORE

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Departure

M

M

T

T

W

1 hour 45 minutes (GMT+7) Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

07:45

CGK

08:35

SIN

11:00

CGK

11:55

SIN

13:05

CGK

13:55

SIN

15:05

CGK

15:55

SIN

19:15

CGK

20:05

SIN

20:30

CGK

21:15

CGK

09:15

SIN

12:05

CGK

12:35

SIN

15:25

CGK

14:35

SIN

17:30

CGK

16:35

SIN

19:25

CGK

20:45

SIN

23:35

CGK

21:55

SIN

00:45

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

SINGAPORE – MEDAN / MEDAN – SINGAPORE 1 hour 25 minutes (GMT+7) Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

08:10

KNO

08:45

SIN

10:30

KNO

11:05

SIN

15:10

KNO

15:45

SIN

19:30

KNO

20:05

SIN

20:00

KNO

20:35

KNO

09:25

SIN

11:55

KNO

11:45

SIN

14:15

KNO

16:25

SIN

18:55

KNO

20:45

SIN

23:15

KNO

21:15

SIN

23:45

M

T

SINGAPORE – DANANG / DANANG – SINGAPORE 2 hours 30 minutes (GMT+7) M

T

W

T

F

S

S

SINGAPORE – KUALA LUMPUR / KUALA LUMPUR – SINGAPORE

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

18:30

DAD

20:05

SIN

17:55

DAD

19:35

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

DAD

20:45

SIN

00:35

SIN

07:15

KUL

08:25

DAD

20:15

SIN

00:05

SIN

09:30

KUL

10:35

SIN

12:50

KUL

13:55

SIN

18:00

KUL

19:05 20:45

1 hour 5 minutes (GMT+8)

SINGAPORE – DENPASAR / DENPASAR– SINGAPORE 2 hours 45 minutes (GMT+8)

SIN

19:40

KUL

KUL

09:05

SIN

10:15

KUL

11:20

SIN

12:30

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

KUL

14:35

SIN

15:45

SIN

07:05

DPS

09:55

KUL

19:50

SIN

21:00

DPS

10:45

SIN

13:25

KUL

21:25

SIN

22:35

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

T

F

S

S

SINGAPORE – GUIYANG / GUIYANG - SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE – DARWIN / DARWIN – SINGAPORE

4 hours 20 minutes (GMT+8)

4 hours 30 minutes (GMT+9.5) Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

23:05

DRW

05:20

SIN

10:40

KWE

15:05

DRW

06:00

SIN

09:00

KWE

15:55

SIN

20:45

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

M

T

W

SINGAPORE – MANILA / MANILA – SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE – PHNOM PENH / PHNOM PENH – SINGAPORE

3 hours 35 minutes (GMT+8)

2 hours (GMT+7)

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

06:25

MNL

10:00

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

13:25

PNH

14:25 19:30

SIN

16:35

MNL

20:10

SIN

18:30

PNH

MNL

10:40

SIN

14:20

PNH

15:10

SIN

18:15

MNL

20:50

SIN

00:30

PNH

20:15

SIN

23:20

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

T

F

S

S

T

F

S

S

S

S

SINGAPORE – MANILA – OSAKA / OSAKA – MANILA – SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE – SIEM REAP / SIEM REAP – SINGAPORE

3 hours 35 minutes (from SIN to MNL); 3 hours 55 minutes (from MNL to KIX) (GMT+8/GMT+9)

2 hours 10 minutes (GMT+7)

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

02:20

MNL

05:55

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

12:50

REP

14:05 15:15

SIN

02:15

MNL

05:50

SIN

14:00

REP

MNL

06:55

KIX

11:35

REP

14:55

SIN

18:15

MNL

06:50

KIX

11:30

REP

16:00

SIN

19:25

KIX

13:05

MNL

16:40

KIX

12:45

MNL

16:20

MNL

17:40

SIN

21:20

MNL

18:30

SIN

22:10

M

T

W

SINGAPORE – YANGON / YANGON – SINGAPORE 2 hours 55 minutes (GMT+6.5)

SINGAPORE – PENANG / PENANG – SINGAPORE 1 hour 20 minutes (GMT+8) M

T

W

T

F

S

S

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

09:10

RGN

10:40 19:00

SIN

17:30

RGN

RGN

11:35

SIN

16:05

RGN

19:40

SIN

00:10

M

T

W

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

10:40

PEN

12:05

SIN

15:10

PEN

16:35

SIN

19:45

PEN

21:15

PEN

12:50

SIN

14:15

SINGAPORE – PALEMBANG / PALEMBANG – SINGAPORE

PEN

17:15

SIN

18:40

1 hour 05 minutes (GMT+7)

PEN

21:55

SIN

23:20

Time

Arrival

SIN

13:25

PLM

13:40

PLM

14:20

SIN

16:25

Departure

Time

M

T

W

T

F

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SINGAPORE – PERTH / PERTH – SINGAPORE 5 hours 25 minutes (GMT+8) Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

17:55

PER

23:10

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

SINGAPORE – TAIPEI – OSAKA / OSAKA – TAIPEI – SINGAPORE

SIN

02:20

PER

07:40

4 hours 45 minutes (from SIN to TPE); 2 hours 40 minutes (from TPE to KIX) (GMT+8/GMT+9)

SIN

02:10

PER

07:30

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

PER

00:10

SIN

05:25

SIN

07:10

TPE

11:55

PER

08:30

SIN

13:45

TPE

12:45

KIX

16:15

PER

08:20

SIN

13:35

SIN

01:15

TPE

06:00

TPE

06:55

KIX

10:30

TPE

07:00

KIX

10:30 19:30

SINGAPORE – HO CHI MINH CITY / HO CHI MINH CITY – SINGAPORE

KIX

17:10

TPE

2 hours (GMT+7)

TPE

20:20

SIN

01:15

KIX

11:30

TPE

13:50

TPE

14:50

SIN

19:45

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

07:10

SGN

08:15

SIN

14:00

SGN

15:05

SIN

19:20

SGN

20:30

SGN

08:55

SIN

12:00

SGN

15:45

SIN

18:50

SGN

21:10

SIN

00:15

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

Time

Arrival

Time

11:55

SUB

13:25

SINGAPORE – PEKANBARU / PEKANBARU - SINGAPORE

SIN

12:55

SUB

14:25

1 hour (GMT+7)

SIN

18:40

SUB

20:10

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SUB

14:05

SIN

17:30

SIN

09:25

PKU

09:30

SUB

15:05

SIN

18:30

SUB

21:00

SIN

00:25

13:25

PKU

13:30

10:10

SIN

12:05

PKU

14:10

SIN

16:05

W

T

F

S

S

2 hours 15 minutes (GMT+7) SIN

SIN

T

SINGAPORE – SURABAYA / SURABAYA – SINGAPORE Departure

PKU

M

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

W

T

F

S

S

SINGAPORE – SANYA / SANYA – SINGAPORE SINGAPORE – SHANTOU / SHANTOU – SINGAPORE

3 hours (from SIN to SYX) ; 3 hours 10 minutes (from SYX to SIN) (GMT+8)

4 hours 5 minutes (GMT+8) Time

Arrival

SIN

13:45

SWA

SWA

18:30

SIN

Departure

Departure

Time

Arrival

Time

SIN

07:00

SYX

09:55

17:50

SYX

10:50

SIN

14:10

22:40

SYX

12:00

SIN

15:10

Time

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

M

T

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

12:00

SIN

16:50

SGN

07:10

SIN

10:10

SIN

20:00

MEL

06:20

SIN

11:00

SGN

12:05

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

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

17:35

DPS

21:15

DPS

22:45

SIN

01:25

SIN

05:20

DPS

08:00

DPS

08:50

PER

13:20

M

T

W

T

F

S

S

Flight durations are estimates only, departing from Singapore. Information correct at press time.

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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.

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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.

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demonstration prior to take-off. In an emergency, the crew will give specific instructions. They may speak assertively and will require your cooperation.

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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

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Sanya JULIAN WONG General manager, Sanya Marriott Hotel Dadonghai Bay & The Shanhaitian Resort Sanya, Autograph Collection; marriott.com The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is…

Dadonghai Bay, between Yulin Harbor and Luhuitou Mountain. It’s the equivalent of Waikiki in Hawaii.

CHINA The most scenic spot in the city is… Deer Turning Head Park (Luhuitou Park). It has a large stone statue that tells the story of how a deer who was escaping a hunter turned into a beautiful woman whom the hunter fell in love with. It’s a perfect legend for romantics and

you also get a stunning view of Sanya.

If you’re only there for a day, what are the must-dos?

Sunbathing, sightseeing or taking part in water sports.

Also, iconic tourist spots such as scenic Tian Ya Hai Jiao and the Nanshan Temple with its gigantic Goddess of Mercy statue are must-sees.

The best place to go shopping in my city is… The Haitang Bay duty-free shopping centre, with nearly 300 international brands.

The best place for local eats is… Live seafood on bamboo boats – an

authentic gourmet experience that exposes your to the culture of the local Dan fishermen.

What’s a good souvenir to buy and where do I get it?

Li brocade, a handicraft of the Li minority people, which is also one important aspect of Hainan’s cultural heritage. Guests can buy the brocade at the Summer Mall.

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Bangkok IMBERT FUNG Director, Southeast Asia & India, KAYAK; kayak.com

A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to… You can take a local commuter boat from one end of the Chao Phraya to the other. It’s an authentic experience that allows you to see the diversity of the city

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along the river – from residential huts and fivestar hotels to factories and temples.

The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is… Lumpini Park is a fantastic place to see how locals unwind from city life. You can rent a paddleboat to get across

one of the small lakes and the park also features a free outdoor gym.

The best freebie a visitor can get in my city is… Bangkok is famous for its ornate temples, many of which offer free admission, such as Wat Mangkon Kamalawat in Chinatown.

The most scenic spot in the city is… The rooftop bar at the Sala Rattanakosin Bangkok hotel offers one

of the best views as it sits across the river from Wat Arun, which is lit up at night.

The best place for a drink or meal with a view?

Alfresco dining at Vertigo restaurant and Moon Bar at the Banyan Tree hotel. Set on the rooftop of a 61-storey building, it serves great food and offers a beautiful view of the Bangkok skyline.

What’s a good souvenir to buy and where do I get it? Sticks of durian paste from most grocery stores, including those in the main tourist areas.

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Singapore CHUA HUI WAN CEO, ZUJI Singapore; zuji.com.sg

The best place for local eats is… Hawker centres are a must but visit in the evening when it’s cooler. My favourite is the Newton Hawker Centre because most of the stalls have a history stretching back to the 1950s. Hup Kee

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has Singapore’s best oyster omelette. Newton is also famous for its dry duck noodles, popiah (vegetable rolls), satay and seafood.

A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to… Gillman Barracks. Once a British military encampment, it is now an arts cluster with galleries and hipster bars.

The best place for a selfie or groufie is… Fullerton Bay. You’ll have Marina Bay Sands in the backdrop and it’s relatively quiet.

If you’re only there for a day, what’s one must-do?

Join one of the city

sightseeing tours, which will take you to the Singapore Flyer, The Esplanade, Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands and the Gardens by the Bay. The best place for a drink or meal with a view?

1-Altitude boasts one of the best 360-degree, unblocked views of the

Singapore skyline. It is the highest alfresco bar in the world.

The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is…

Stroll through the heartlands and take a peep at the vibrant and well-designed HDB flats – a unique Singaporean lifestyle. You’ll be surprised to find very trendy and interesting local dining in the heartlands.

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Taipei CALVIN LOU General manager, Aloft Taipei Beitou; alofttaipeibeitou.com

A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of…

The Top, a restaurant on Yangming mountain, with a spectacular panoramic view of Taipei City.

The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is…

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Beitou Library, Taiwan’s first eco-friendly library with a sustainable design.

The serene, lodge-like atmosphere resembles a large treehouse with pleasant mountain vistas.

If you’re only there for a day, what are the must dos?

Take a dip in the famous Longnaitang Hot Spring

or Millennium Hot Spring, and swing by the nearby W XYZ bar in Aloft Taipei Beitou Hotel for a soothing cocktail.

The best place for a drink or meal with a view? La Villa restaurant in Tamsui. The unobstructed picturesque view of the river mouth where the Tamsui River flows into the Taiwan Strait is something every visitor should experience.

The best freebie a visitor can get in my city is… Get a glimpse into the city’s past at the 800m-long Dihua Street where you can sample a variety of traditional goods, Chinese herbs and dried food.

The most scenic spot in the city is… Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf. The waterfront is a fantastic place to watch the sunset.

What’s a good souvenir to buy and where do I get it?

Taiwanese homegrown tea. Established in 1883, Lin Hua Tai Tea still uses the traditional roasting method.

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Hong Kong SIMON WILSON Head of IMG Culinary, Asia – organiser of Taste of Hong Kong; wmeimg.com

The most scenic spot in the city is… The Dragon’s Back hike offers beautiful views of Shek O beach and is a great contrast to the city skyline at the Peak.

If you’re only there for a day, what are the must-dos?

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Walk The Peak, get some dim sum (try Duddell’s in Central), get a cocktail with a view at Ozone (at the Ritz-Carlton) and go to Yardbird for dinner.

The best freebie a visitor can get in my city is… Take the escalator – apparently the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the

world – through Central and Soho, and visit all the little shops around it.

A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to… The Music Room at Potato Head is a hidden gem. The tunes are awesome, as are the cocktails.

The best place for a selfie or groufie is… In Wan Chai with all the neon signs behind you. It’s very Hong Kong!

The best place to go shopping in my city is… The Nike store in Sogo, which gets limited releases.

The best place for local eats is… Yat Lok has delicious roast goose and it’s always bustling with people.

The best place for a drink or meal with a view? Tin Lung Heen at the Ritz-Carlton, with two Michelin stars.

What’s a good souvenir to buy and where do I get it?

A Golden Fortune Cat – I think they’re fun and a bit different. You can pick them up in any market or local shops in Sheung Wan or Central.

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Yangon STEPHANIE WIN Myanmar expert, Sens Asia; sensasia.com The best attraction or local hangout to take a guest is…

7th Joint Bar & Grill, especially on weekends when they have bands playing local and English music.

If you’re only there for a day, what’s one must-do?

Shwedagon Pagoda, an

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iconic symbol in the country and also one of the gleaming bell dome structures that dominates the city’s skyline. Legend has it that the sacred hairs of the Buddha are enshrined here.

A place in the city that visitors might not be aware of that I love going to… Atlas

Rooftop Bar & Lounge with its comfortable sofas and selection of savoury treats from around the world.

Even the soundtrack is reassuringly chill.

The best freebie a visitor can get in my city is… Download the GPSmyCity app and do a self-guided walking tour around eastern Yangon where you will come across the city’s historical jewels including City Hall and High Court Building.

The best place to go shopping in my city is… There are plenty of local markets and shopping malls.

Scott Market is the most famous one. It is located in the heart of Yangon, on Bogyoke Aung San Road.

The best place for local eats is… I love the recently opened night food market at Strand Road – there are plenty of choices across different cuisines and a great cosy atmosphere.

The best place for a drink or meal with a view?

Thiripyitsaya Sky Bistro on the 20th floor of Sakura Tower.

Inflight I TRAVEL TALES

PACK MENTALITY How you prep your luggage before embarking on a trip can certainly say a lot about you, PEARLYN THAM observes

THINGS I DON’T REALLY NEED

WHERE IS MY PASSPORT?

NOW, HOW MANY PAIRS OF SOCKS?

DEFINITELY MUST TAKE THESE

THINGS MY DOG LEFT IN MY LUGGAGE

STUFF THAT MIGHT COME IN HANDY

I need just an hour... in silence and in solitude in under an hour – a skill I honed in my previous job where I travelled frequently for work. I need just an hour, but my packing has to be done in silence and in solitude.

I lock my bedroom door and mentally go through what I use in a typical day, popping things into my luggage as my mind navigates my morning, afternoon and night routines. This way, I’ll

never – okay, hardly ever – forget something as important as, ahem, my eyebrow tweezers.

While I map out things in my mind, my husband, who’s quite the graphsand-charts geek, uses a paid-for app that churns out mind maps. You know, those octopuslooking charts with endless tentacles that show you that your hair gels and antiperspirants go under the “Personal Grooming” bubble while your winter socks and thermal wear fall under the “Cold Weather” one.

When he’s done drawing up the mind map, it looks

like one messy, senseless tangle of words to me.

“Why can’t you just write all this down in a simple linear list?” I once asked my other half. His reply: “A mind map lets you see all that you need at one glance on your smartphone screen” – never mind that would mean using text in font size 4!

Two days before our trip, we realised that while he had bought and packed everything he needed, his passport had expired. I guess mind maps don’t have a “Things That Expire Soon” category?

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MY MUM TAKES TWO WEEKS. I can get it done in an hour. And my husband uses a mind map app. I’m not talking about how we do our Christmas shopping, but how we pack our luggage.

Yes, luggage packing might sound like a boring and mundane prelude to your happy holidays, but how you get it done can show up your idiosyncrasies or temperament.

In her everyday life, my mum is prudent and attentive to details. Her luggage packing mirrors this. She used to wheel her suitcase out from storage at least one month before a trip. These days, she’s whittled her best time down to just two weeks in advance. But no, she does not complete her packing a fortnight before her flight out.

Hers is what I call the multiplier-effect method.

Each day, she’ll add a few items to her suitcase and the day she flies is when she stuffs in the last remaining essentials. This way of packing makes her feel like she has prepped really early for her trip – even if she’s still squeezing in her PJs or vitamins at the airport.

It is why she feels really nervous when she sees how I pack my luggage