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TRAVEL WELL with Kate Springer
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very Christmas, my husband and I usually surprise each other with plane tickets. But since Singapore is the only declared travel bubble for the time being, we’ll have to get more creative. Ahead of the holidays, I’ve been brainstorming gift ideas for my travel-obsessed husband, friends and family this festive season - not to mention what to put on my own Christmas list! For those who are missing the road, here are a few gift ideas for travellers who can’t travel right now. This holiday season, transport your loved ones to...
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Known for its ethically produced botanical skincare and women’s empowerment projects in the Himalayas, Purearth is my go-to for facial oils and mists, body butters and soaps. The aromas of mandarin, apricot, honey, turmeric, saffron and wild rose will immerse you in the mountains and forests of the Himalayas. purearth.asia B ISRAEL
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If your loved one’s a bit of a book worm with a penchant for history, surprise them with "The Land Beyond: A Thousand Miles on Foot Through the Heart of the Middle East." Author Leon McCarron explores ancient trade and pilgrimage routes, meeting fascinating people along the way. leonmccarron.com
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Très chic and timeless, MISCHA’s weatherproof Overnighter canvas duffles make for a great gift. Go for the Hong Kong designer’s classic monochrome or rose-gold styles for a bag that won’t go out of style before flights finally resume. mischadesigns.com D BALI
Eco-friendly, anti-slip, and easy to carry, Sugarmat Travel Yoga Mats ensure the yogi in your life is already ready for his or her next adventure. Choose from gloriously tropical prints, abstract art and serene marbled designs - all of which fold up to fit inside a portable pouch. caelumgreene.com E SHANGRI-LA
If your partner’s idea of the perfect vacation is a spa, robe, and total relaxation, then why not recreate the experience with a Spa Luxury Bathrobe from Shangri-La Hotels. Available in rose, aqua and cream, these luxuriously fluffy “lotus plush” robes will keep you warm all winter long. shangri-la.com 38
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