One Coast Magazine May-June 2016

ONE COAST L I F E S T Y L E & F A S H I O N B A N G KO K P H U K E T S A M U I D U B A I A B U D H A B I

Adelina Rusu’s

Empowering collection

Roland Bleszynski MD OF MontAzure, Phuket

Oasis of mouth - watering dishes

JW’S Steakhouse Dubai

Majestic Haute Couture from Ashi Studio

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ONE COAST May - June 2016

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32 CONTENTS Cover 64 Adelina Rusu

Empowering Collection

Fashion 14 InStyle

Robert Wun

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InStyle

Rocking Daywear

Front

White Wonderland

38 Flash

Autumn Green

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Mundu Bag

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Interview Ashi Studio

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CONTENTS Body & Mind 18 Hot Stuff

Lifestyle 24 In-Coast

Estée Lauder

20 Hot Stuff Montale Paris

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Vachini Krairiksh Venvell

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UAE Waterparks

Mindful Lifestyle

Top TV & Movies

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CoastGuide

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Social

Dine

Eco 116

Helping Hands

Table Tales

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Habitat

Nikki Beach Dubai

Cool Stuff

60 Coast Ride

Mark Cross

Ducati

62 Coast Drive Audi

90 Tech

Camping in Thailand

What’s Appening

Decorate

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Twinpalms Phuket

84 InDesign

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Seara Sports

110 InExplore

About Him

Roland Bleszynski

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54 Hot Spot

How you show up

Living 70 Culture 78

Focus 48 About Her

Chi Ultralounge, Bangkok

JW Prawn Cocktail

Shop | Eat | Drink | Sleep

Phuket | Samui | Bangkok

Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital

Sir Bani Yas Island

Beirut

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In this summer issue, we are taking our readers for a ride with an array of interesting features. To put it simply, there are plenty of things we have covered to keep you entertained and we know how to go about it all in the most exciting way. As you flick through the pages, you will come to know about our interview with the founder of Ashi Studio (a popular name to reckon with when it comes to designing incredible couture dresses). Then, we have amazing notes on luxury accessories, Romanian fashion designer Adelina Rusu, Alber Elbaz’s last sensational collection and much more.

Moving onto the next round, we’ve many surprises in store for you; find out about the interesting lives of Roland Bleszynski, MD of MontAzure Kamala, Phuket and Vachini Krairiksh Venvell, Group Director of PR and Marketing Communications of Fico Group. Most importantly, if you are willing to reconnect yourself with nature, we bring you to experience the splendor of Sir Bani Yas Island plus where you can go camping in Thailand.

All in all, our aim is to help you enjoy a joyful lifestyle and feel rejuvenated.

Keep reading!

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fashion

Robert Wun’s avant-garde

philosophy Today, avant-garde fashion is gaining ground like never before thanks to several maverick designers. They are designing incredibly high-powered dresses that shed light on a whole new way to dress.

Most importantly, these designers who think out of the box know that their eccentric creations must be wearable too. It’s no surprise that the craze for it is skyrocketing because people love these bizarre outfits. So bringing us closer to the grandeur of this extreme yet exciting fashion in luxury is a Hong Kong-born London-based designer Robert Wun. He is a master at incorporating extremes from two different spheres of life mainly nature and artificial world as he says they give an all-out feel to his work.

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Robert Wun Studio www.robertwun.com

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Rocking daywear collection for today's

modern women

For quite some time, Alber Elbaz was onto doing something unexpected that would stun the fashion fraternity. Yes, he announced his departure from Lanvin after serving the oldest French couture house with his boundless creativity for 14 years. But before his leaving, he wanted to leave an indelible mark on the fashion industry and he did it with his SS16 collection for Lanvin just like he had hoped for inspired by Lanvin’s photo exhibition titled “Manifesto”. He looked back at thousands of toiles from his past work at Lanvin in order to put together this great work of art. While going through the massive treasure box, he realized that toiles show the handiwork and the human touch on the body, the truth of the métier - the intuition, the emotion and the dream. “That’s how the idea of doing a collection solely inspired by it came to me.

I wanted to rediscover the beauty and the importance of the design process more than just perfectly finished clothes on the runway,” Elbaz says. He wanted to make the collection fit for everybody as part of modern daywear for today’s women.

“I simply wanted body dresses rather than anything else. I just aspired to focus on elevating the notion of extreme femininity.

It’s all about celebrating the ultra femininity in all forms and shapes in explosion of colors and satin bow decorations.”

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LANVIN Emirates Tower Shopping Boulevard Dubai, United Arab Emirates www.lanvin.com

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Let your lips, eyes and face sparkle...

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hen two big players come together to create a new product, the end result is always fulfilling. So is the case with a widely popular fashion house and a beauty brand Estée Lauder and Courrèges after their joint venture gave birth to a “poptimistic” limited edition makeup collection. It's simply based on the formula of zero-gravity shades that draw on a shared point of view on color, beauty and the resolution to never stop moving forward. changing the world through invention has always been the driving force at Courrèges and we feel that they have found a like-minded partner in Estée Lauder. Both brands share a vision of tomorrow’s modern woman today. It’s a 13-piece limited edition line that marries the floating-on-air feeling of an embellished Courrèges mini dress, and the punched-up precision of Estée Lauder’s progressive product design, seen through the Courrèges lens. The formulations were designed to be surprising in their lightness, in their sensorial delivery, their translucency, reflectivity, and in their pop-y palette.They are an invitation to have fun with color, texture and special effects while defying the confines of nostalgia by creating a look that is wholly of today.

Courrèges has always been admired for pushing the boundaries of fashion and beauty. Their collaboration recognizes Courrèges' philosophy of pop luxury – bringing a sense of surprise, fun and optimism to the world of beauty.

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Some of them are Lip Visor With a vivid, plexi-like shine reminiscent of Courrèges’ fondness for transparency, an ordinary gloss this is not.

A rich balmy formula, it imparts a luscious, wet effect.

Available in See-Through and Coral Mini.

Super Gloss High coverage, highimpact focal point lips! With the perfect pop of high reflectivity pink, this dramatic gloss features a special delivery system with an innovative flow-through tip to allow for an easy-on, flawless application with every swipe.

Available in Rosy Future.

Eye Amplifier The graphic white personified by Courrèges original moon girls inspires this new compact, which features a clear, twist-off lid that encloses an ultra-luxe eye shadow. Applied best with a brush, the weightless powder formula has been spiked with a special siliconic filming polymer that allows the product to attach itself seamlessly to the skin. Use wet or dry for shimmering, radiant dimension and a glass-like finish that lasts for hours without creasing.

Available in Aqua Silver and Black Silver.

Kabuki Brush This lush bouncy tool adds a ritualistic feeling to the simple act of adornment. Luxuriously soft, white bristles give a uniform finish to mattifying, highlighting and contouring efforts, while working particularly well in tandem with the Illuminations Face Powder.

www.esteelauder.com/makeup/courreges

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The New Discover

by Montale Paris

Boise Fruite

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beautyhot stuff

Black Musk

Aoud Ever

The house Montale was built by Pierre Montale in 2003 in Paris. After spending many years in Saudi Arabia, where he created perfumes for the Royal Family, he came back to Paris to present his astonishing oriental creations to the occidental world. Pierre to Montale has Selected Incense, Balsam, Amber, Cedar, Precious Wood and a thousand other wonderful scents to make Montale Perfumes Ointments of Happiness or Love Potions.

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Making a Splash in the Desert words by Stuart Langrish Considering the harsh environment of a country mostly covered in desert, it might seem strange that it’s also home to some of the top-rated waterparks in the world. Though water is sparse in some parts, in others its aquatic entertainment attracts millions of visitors each year. Keen to enjoy the year-round sunshine, the parks have something for everyone, from record-breaking thrill rides for adrenaline junkies to poolside loungers and lazy rivers for those who like to take things a little easier. Swapping sand dunes for speedos, One Coast Magazine courageously dived into the best waterparks the UAE has to offer.

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Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi Offering some much-needed respite from the blazing Middle East sun, the newest and only Emirati-themed waterpark in the world, Yas Waterworld is inspired by the UAE’s rich heritage of pearl diving through its unique story of ‘The Legend of the Lost Pearl’. Sitting atop Jebel Dana, the towering core of the park’s altitude-defying summit and measuring eight metres in diameter, the park’s gigantic pearl is Yas Island’s newest landmark.

As the UAE’s first mega waterpark, it is home to more rides, slides and attractions than any other waterpark in the Middle East, 45 in all – five of which can be found nowhere else in the world.With rides and experiences on offer to thrill both the young and the young at heart, the waterpark plays host to Dawwama – the world’s first six-person hydro-magnetic tornado waterslide, at 238 metres of adrenaline-fueled fun, and a second, Falcon’s Falaj, that’s over 300m long.The Bandit Bomber, a 550–metre suspended rollercoaster, is the

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first with on-board water and laser effects. Riders can shoot jets of water at targets, drop water bombs and trigger special effects, while people below can spray them with water as they pass. Slither’s Slides features a maze of slides and tunnels with spectacular special effects where single or double-tube riders can select six different themes on six slides for 30 distinct experiences.

Bubble’s Barrel is the world's largest surfable sheet wave, which features a 3-metre high wave and 1,250 pumps pushing 7,000 litres per second. The smaller Rush Rider is designed for those new to flowboarding and surfing.

Younger children are not forgotten at Marah Fortress, where smaller slides and special children’s play areas mean they can still enjoy all the fun of a waterpark away from the fast-paced action of the adults.While for those seeking a slower pace, the lazy Al Raha River is a safe way to enjoy the park from ground level. www.yaswaterworld.com

Aquaventure, Dubai Voted the best waterpark in the Middle East, and the fifth best in the world according to TripAdvisor, awe inspiring water rides, a record breaking zipline circuit and non-stop water play are the signature elements of Aquaventure Waterpark.

Encompassing 17 beachfront hectares along the apex of The Palm’s crescent, and two enormous towers packed with rides, it has been designed specifically to add a new level of extreme excitement to every visit, and is an ideal family attraction, offering rides and slides to accommodate every age and adventure level.

Defined by its striking twin towers, the Mesopotamian-styled Tower of Neptune reaches 30 metres into the sky and is visible from the fronds of The Palm as well as from Dubai’s mainland. It contains seven heart-pumping rides including The Leap of Faith, one of the tallest, fastest free fall slides in the entire Middle East. Only for the brave, its 27.5m near-vertical drops riders nine stories straight down into a transparent tunnel and through a shark-infested lagoon.

The daring Tower of Poseidon is Aquaventure’s newest attraction, and filled with record breaking rides, including Aquaconda, the world’s largest waterslide, Slitherine, the world’s first dual waterslide within a waterslide, the UAE’s only dual racing loops and Atlantean Flyers, the longest zipline in the Middle East. Poseidon’s Revenge offers the most extreme thrills with two trapdoors, a terrifying 20 metre drop and the first duel racing loops in the world.

Rising from the Arabian Gulf, the waterpark contains 18 million litres of fresh water used to power eleven thrilling waterslides and 2.3km of River Rides with tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white water chargers. Using the latest technology, the waterpark uses over 750,000 litres per minute to create water surges and waves with swells reaching almost 1 metre high. Guests are propelled through the lushly landscaped waterscape on a river loop called The Rapids, never having to leave their inner tubes as innovative water escalators carry participants up slide towers and down through rapids. www.atlantisthepalm.com/marine-water-park/aquaventure-waterpark

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Wild Wadi, Dubai Situated between Burj Al Arab and the Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai’s original waterpark,Wild Wadi has been thrilling visitors since 1999. Not content with the typical thrills of regular slides and pools, the creators built a 12-acre water wonderland that boasts a staggering array of top of the range rides, pools and facilities. Amazingly, many of the rides and slides are interconnected by pools and water roller coasters which catapult riders to where they want to go next – so you can forget all about stairs and long queues!

The jewel in the crown of Wild Wadi has long since been the Jumeirah Sceirah – an exhilarating 395ft-long tandem slide that sees riders hit speeds of 80km/h and experience weightlessness when dropped through a trap door 100 feet into the valley below.There are also a number of raft-based slides at the park, with the heart-thumping Tantrum Alley, which sees four-person rafts hurtle down steep waterslides, appearing to come perilously close to the open edges, before cascading into the water pool below. The new rides are the first in the world to push thrill seekers to the limit through the incorporation of three funnels.

Experience the eight Master Blasters unique gravity-defying water rollercoaster rides that rocket guests up to 15 metres above ground level including the ominous looking Tunnel of Doom that takes you twisting and turning through underground tunnels before emerging into the sunlight. Those who prefer to relax will like Juha’s Journey, a 360-meter long lazy river that treats guests to a more leisurely pace and a respite from the action-packed rides above.

With over 100 water activities including 5 slides, a pair of racing slides, and water guns, Juha’s Dhow and Lagoon has been especially designed with little ones in mind. Families will have hours of fun with Juha and his magic carpet-surfing friend Sinbad who feature on the Dhow, though beware of the large dumping bucket that will soak the guests below it every 2 minutes! www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-resorts/dubai/wild-wadi

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Wadi Adventure, Al Ain If you’ve ever imagined surfing in the desert head for Wadi Adventure, where, like most things in the UAE, imagination has become a reality. For what it lacks in rides it makes up for in extreme watersports action, as the Middle East’s first man-made white-water rafting, kayaking and surfing facility built in the foothills of the majestic Jebel Hafeet, near Al Ain. Known for its extensive natural cave system and hot water springs, Jebel Hafeet has long been a tourist attraction for the region. Wadi Adventure has now added another reason to visit this spectacular part of the UAE. Having opened in 2012, Surfing Magazine recently voted Wadi Adventure’s surf pool on to its ‘50 Favourite Surfing Sites’ list. The magazine ranks the pool - the only man-made attraction on the list - as the 41st best surfing beach in the world, even though it has artificially created waves. The park’s 3.3 metre man-made surf wave is the world’s largest and its 1.7 kilometre kayaking channel network is the world’s longest.

Bringing together water and adrenaline-filled adventure, Wadi Adventure makes a great day out for water sports enthusiasts and families. Lessons are provided by certified trainers for all levels of competency; guests can bring their own equipment, rent or buy gear from the resort’s shop. www.wadiadventure.ae

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Art director Warrent Satt Model Lauren Hayes @Wilhelmina Model Miami Hair stylist Jennifer Melissa Baker Makeup artist Robert Bryan Wardrobe stylist Jesse J Wardrobe design: www.dawnsunflower.com Photographer Trang Nghiem

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How you Show Up,

Matters More Than What You Think!

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e understand ourselves, especially in the west, as living beings mainly from the neck up and not as a body(mind) that thinks. Even our language hints to this separation of mind, from body.Two common sentences we often hear in general discussion, show how language is used to create separation between mind and body. For example, "athletes are prepared both physically and mentally,” and, “There’s nothing wrong with your body-it's all in your mind”. Both these sentences suggest that mind and body are separate, and should be treated as such.

The mind body split, is nothing new, although we mostly take for granted that intelligence is a function of thinking, nothing more, nothing less. The mind-body split began back in the 17th century when the famous French philosopher René Descartes declared that any body (i.e., anything made of matter) is extended in space; but, he said, the mind has no extension in space. Matter or body, then, is “extended stuff” while mind is “thinking stuff” or “feeling stuff.” The mind, in other words, is what thinks and feels. This distinction is important and makes a lot of sense. However, Descartes didn’t just make a distinction between mind and body, he said they were also separate existing in different domains of reality. He split them apart. And that’s where the problems set in.

Descartes’ mind body split made a big impact in western philosophy, modern science and society in general. For example, science tends to focus almost exclusively on gaining knowledge about the physical world, the world of matter (bodies extended in space). It completely ignored the nonphysical domain of mind and consciousness. In fact, science went even further, and claimed that the only reality that existed was physical stuff matter. Mind was assumed to be some kind of by product arising out of complex interactions between brain cells.

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body&mindmindful lifestyle More and more people are realizing that the mind body split was artificial to begin with. It never really existed (except in the ideas of philosophers and scientists). Others, such as artists, dancers, and master martial artists have always known that mind and body are like two sides of a coininseparable. They always work together, enhancing each other. And when they work against each other, the result is poor performance, poor health, and dare I say it, depression.

That’s why when we talk about performing at our best, be that in our organizations, or simply on a personal level, it is important to recognize the intimate connection between mind and body. Yes, they are obviously distinct and different: mind is that part of us that thinks and feels and chooses. It does not exist in space. It is non-physical. Matter or body, on the other hand, is our “bulk,” the part of us that is physical and takes up space.

However, even though mind and body are distinct, they are never separate.

Think of the two sides of a coin: heads and tails are distinct and different, but you can’t separate them.

That’s how it is with mind and body. They are different but always go together.

Knowing and honoring this will allow a person to understand and experience how what goes on in their mind affects how their body performs, but equally what and how you they use their body affects their mind.

With this in mind, now try a different exercise: Stand up, pull your shoulders back, stand strong, gently clench both your fists.

How do you feel?

You feel different right? You feel more confident, more in control, more centered.

Bottom line: Body attitude has a definite and clear effect on how the mind will respond in the moment.

Maybe at this point you are thinking this sounds interesting, even important, but you need more convincing?

Let’s look at some research!

For example, scientists have discovered that some really very simple gestures, such as how you shape your mouth, can affect your mental attitude.

You can practice a simple exercise easily at home to demonstrate this.

Put your face into a smile by turning the edges of your mouth upward.

Immediately and automatically, this has an effect on the brain chemicals that make you feel good. This is based on scientific evidence that a particular body posture in this case, the way the mouth is shaped—has an effect on the chemicals produced in the brain, which then affect how the mind responds.This is a simple, but very effective, way to show how body attitude and your state of mind are intimately related.

Take another example of body posture: if you are sitting slumped or even standing slumped more than likely that will send a message to the brain that you’re feeling it's dejected and maybe even depressed. Again, this emphasizes how body posture and mind affect each other. In other words, how you hold your body, not only changes your physiology, it also changes how you think and feel about yourself. How you show up in the world then, matters more than you ‘think’.

A study by Brian, Petty and Wagner published in the European Journal of Social Psychology examined the ways posture influences our selfconfidence. When job applicants were sitting up straight, they filled out a mock application that asked them to list their strengths and weaknesses that would be pertinent to the job. Then they were asked to rate themselves. A second group of applicants were asked to sit slumped over and complete the same application.The applicants who were slumped over had lower self-confidence as expressed by their answers than those who were sitting up straight. In another study, researchers Shubert and Koole, discovered that a person’s self-esteem was heightened by the simple act of making a fist.As the body adopted a protective stance, the mind felt better able to focus on the problem at hand.

So there you have it, the research backs it up. Change they way you engage with your body, and you change the way you think and feel about yourself.

Mind and body after all are not separate but one.

About The Author Rodney King is an author, entrepreneur and world-renowned martial arts coach. He has a Master's degree in Leading Innovation and Change, and is currently a Doctoral student at the University of Leicester’s School of Management, where his research focus is on mindfulness and its application to leadership performance. To find out more about Rodney and his Full Contact Living Program go to www.fullcontactliving.org

Vachini Fashion, Passion and Business Sensation

Today One Coast meets Vachini Krairiksh Venvell, a charismatic, energetic and dynamic Marketing & PR Executive, with 18 years experience including several years in hospitality, events and sales and now Group Director of PR and Marketing Communications of Fico Group.

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focusabout her Socialite, fashion model and a successful respected businesswoman Vachini Krairiksh Venvell has a passion and love "I focus on inner contentment and try to pursue wisdom and a for life and her family and friends around peace of mind, which I believe is the ultimate happiness." her. Vachini’s zest and enthusiasm is almost infectious and One Coast Magazine gets behind the scenes to find out what is the driving force behind this beautiful and You have held many job positions over the years What is the most important part of your life? which ones were the most important for you and My goal is to strike a perfect work/life balance with remarkable lady. building your career?

I would definitely say PR, a career that I have the most passion for. It suits my skill set and personality. PR is a ‘people person’ business that requires an outgoing personality, self-confidence and an understanding of human psychology. Therefore, when I chose this career, I knew I had to possess these attributes and had to know the likely pressure associated with the role. Frankly speaking, being well known in society has strengthened the essence of my PR career.

a meaningful daily outcome for each of my four quadrants; work, family, friends and self. I believe that family and close friends are my ultimate happiness.

At the end of the day, it’s all about balancing carefully the demands of both my private life and my professional career. I focus on inner contentment and try to pursue wisdom and a peace of mind, which I believe is the ultimate happiness. Living life with a purpose and being happy and content with my life, who I am, and what I have.

Which form of social media do you personally use?

And do you consider it important?

I regularly use Facebook, mostly for business and sometimes personal. Using Facebook is part of my job description and importantly, since I’m the Group Director of PR and Marketing Communications of Fico Group, I use it for the main purpose of creating brand awareness, increasing my database(mostly locals), developing awareness of the company and its affiliated brands. Thanks to Facebook, I’ve gained clients and To those who may not know me may think I’m a hi-so, my role has been more productive. We need to use over confident woman, but that is hardly the case. I’m a Facebook wisely and efficiently otherwise it can confident and determined woman with a hard exterior invade our personal social life. who appears to be a successful businesswoman, but honestly I’m so soft inside. Ultimately it was my mother What is your life philosophy? who taught me many of the values which I have passed I like to set very high standards and goals, however onto my son; to be loving, caring, grateful and being achievable.This is one of my favorite quotes by Edward happy and having a positive thinking and attitude.

O. Wilson: “You are capable of more than you know.

Choose a goal that seems right for you and strive to In the past, I enjoyed being in the limelight, being in be the best, however hard the path. Aim high. Behave the hub of the social scene, receiving attention, and honorably. Prepare to be alone at times, and to endure maintaining a high profile. I surrounded myself with failure. Persist! The world needs all you can give.” socialites, hi-so celebrities, and the likes. Now, my lifestyle revolves around family, and is more workWhich is your most favorite city? oriented. Mostly when time allows I’d rather spend I have to say Bangkok, my hometown. I believe that private time with only my loved ones. Yes, indeed we Thai people are very welcoming, friendly and polite can find happiness in the simplest things in life: nothing and more so than many other countries around extravagant, in a humble lifestyle. My mentality and the world. In the buzzing capital city, despite the attitude have changed through life experience and low income, air pollution, heat, bad traffic etc., Thai maturity. people still manage to be so happy-looking, friendly and willing to show anyone the true meaning of Thai Where did you do most of your studying? hospitality.

I did most of my studying in the USA from the age of 12 years old until I graduated with a Master's Degree If tonight you wanted to visit your favorite restaurant, in Mass Communications. where would you go?

My favorite restaurant is Opus Wine Bar on Pan You are now Group Director of PR and Marketing Rd. Bangkok, because the owner (Alex Morabito) is Communications of Fico Group; can you tell us what a good friend of my husband (Chris Venvell) and I. this job really entails?

Apart from that, it has a great ambiance, impeccable My role is to act as the company’s spokesperson to food and great service. The style is laid back, warm the public in order to promote it and its affiliated and homely. brands, and to enhance its recognition and sense of identity. I need to create a positive image with Is there a certain person that you look up to and has a consistent message in everything Fico does e.g. helped guide your life and career choices? quality control. Brand building is one of the biggest Actually, I’d say I have learned and lived life by myself since mechanisms I need to establish/increase in order for I was sent to the US when I was 12 years old. However, the company to improve profits and keep it ahead of I’m proud to say that I have inherited my mother’s beauty, the competition. charm, caring nature, confidence and grace.

It’s all about having found inner contentment and self gratitude. I’ve found the man of my life (Chris Venvell, my husband). I’ve learned that family love is the self-gratitude and the strongest love of all. And to feel and have that is the biggest accomplishment for me.

Khun Vachini, thank you so much for taking the time to speak with us at One Coast Magazine and let our readers peek into your busy life.

Would you tell us a little about your life and family?

As a young girl, I was a girl lacking self-confidence, insecure and introvert. I believe that I’ve transformed from a “shy ugly duckling” to a “social swan” who now carries herself with utmost style, poise and grace.

The fact that I studied and lived in the USA for over 10 years apparently helped change me from the girl I was to the woman I am today, but the biggest part my transformation essentially came from within, born to a loving, caring, confident, independent, positive, and intellectual woman with strong self-respect. Having a strong self-respect helps me fulfill my potential, develop healthy relationships, and make everyone around me see me as a person worthy of respect.

I have to develop and manage the multi-brand What are your future plans? portfolio, which plays a crucial role in producing I want to retire young with my husband and travel sustainable earning growth for the shareholders. around the world with my whole family, sharing the "A positive attitude to me is the moments of happiness and experiencing new and most important value in life." exciting places and people. Life is so short, I have to make the best of everyday let alone living for the future.

What do you do for hobbies or in your free time?

My passion for water sports such as slalom water skiing, wakeboarding and surfing stems from my love of being in the sun and water. It’s about having a sense of freedom and feeling more alive. But more than that, I believe that in general one should always look after one’s self: spiritually, mentally and physically to achieve a healthy body, mind and spirit. I also like Muay Thai and kickboxing, and spending time in the gym. I also like to spend my free time traveling in and outside of Thailand with people that I love or alone.

Traveling has broadened my mind and vision.

If there was one thing in your life you could go back and change, what would it be?

If I had a choice, I would not change one single thing.

Realistically speaking, we all can’t change our past or the inevitable, but we are in charge of our attitude, thus it’s how I create my own future and destiny. A positive attitude to me is the most important value in life. The remarkable thing is we have a choice everyday regarding the attitude we can embrace each day.

Talking to your friends and they say you have an energizing enigma and are great at multitasking!

Where does your power and enthusiasm come from?

My power and enthusiasm come from having a belief and passion in my job, family, and all that life encompasses. Once I do so, I’ll never be tired again. Nutting it out will lighten burdens and make obstacles easier to overcome. I will have energy to succeed. It will also make me happier.

Being a successful Thai woman in Thailand – how much does confidence play a role?

I believe in confidence, but not being overconfident.

When I feel confident I am able to carry myself well and able to take on any challenge that comes my way.

Being proud of myself and that I can do anything. I never compare myself to others or look down upon others or think I am better – just think I am good enough and being the best that I can possibly be.

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From 23 foot small boats to fully crewed 64 foot catamarans, Bristol Charter offers the largest selection in the Emirates of affordable cruises, sport fishing, motor yachts or stylish catamarans to explore the magnificent view of the Dubai Marina.

Swimming, sunbathing, fishing and plenty of other activities are waiting for you on Bristol Charter vessels in the hands of our experienced Captains and crew with first class services.

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Roland Bleszynski One Coast meets MontAzure Kamala, Phuket’s MD Roland Bleszynski to find out about his interesting life.

Mr. Roland Bleszynski has been working and living in Thailand for over 15 years, and has since called Phuket island “his home”. He was born into an early mixed-race marriage between a Chinese New Zealand mother, and a British Polish father, who immigrated to Canada in the 1960’s after meeting in Hong Kong. A keen interest in art, engineering, architecture and real estate development led Roland to complete his university studies with a Doctorate in Engineering before leaving Toronto to put his passion into practice.

What drew your attention to Phuket in the first place?

I grew up in a country that had very long cold winters, but beautiful summers – yearly temperatures ranged from -30°C to +30°C. While studying in Canada, I always had an interest in building design, sustainable practices and technologies at a time when the world was just beginning to become aware and worry about climate change and global warming. I became interested in not just studying building designs, materials and sustainable technologies, but also in finding rare gems of places in the world that will more easily support a long-term sustainable lifestyle. Sustainability not just in an environmental context as it seems to have been reduced to today, but also sustainable from social, economic, infrastructure, cultural and community perspectives. I started to research locations where the positive influences from climate, location, geography and culture would converge. I also looked at other factors ranging from infrastructure, transportation connectivity, energy generation and agriculture, social, political, economic, culture, social values, natural beauty, and accessibility to medical care, education, and opportunity. And Thailand, and notably Phuket, kept floating to the top of the list meeting these significant criteria exquisitely. Besides, Thai culture is so rich, open and inviting. As a developer arriving in Phuket in the early 2000’s, it was an easy decision to make to stay.

How did your association with MontAzure happen to arise?

I’ve been developing real estate and consulting to developers and investors in Phuket since I arrived via my consulting company Abode Developments Co Ltd. I’ve been fortunate enough to work on many high-end projects in Phuket over the years, and I’ve experienced Phuket mature into the world-class destination it is today. When the chance to work on the great Mont Azure project came my way, I latched on to it to play my part in the development of Phuket.

What do you love the most about your job?

I love my work and what I do. It’s hard, stressful work, but with it comes a deep sense of satisfaction at the end of each project. I played with Lego as a child, and essentially I continue to do so, but on a life-size scale.

My attraction to being a real estate developer comes from a passion to create projects that enhance one’s life and happiness, access and awareness to beauty. To create architecture and environment that’s beautiful and unique yet also functional and practical – homes that not just serve as shelter to lay your head, but also to act as investment vehicles for greater prosperity.

Can you imagine yourself living in another place away from Phuket?

I cannot imagine being as happy living anywhere else other than Phuket.

How pivotal is the community progress in the entire planning of the resort?

As I’ve always lived in Kamala, the MontAzure project has a special interest and responsibility to ensure that the vision of the project further enhances Phuket and the community it supports.

In my role as Managing Director, all aspects of the project are guided towards achieving this overall vision of MontAzure. This community must be inclusive for both Thais and foreigners, both tourists and locals – expatriates and Thais.

An integrated community must support all stages of life from young children to the retired, as well as foster healthy lifestyles for individuals, couples, families to groups and associations. The design of the community must be respectful and support not only the natural environment where it’s located, but also address the social, political, religious and cultural environments.

It’s important to recognize that the main attraction of Phuket to the World is that it is not a city. It is a beautiful tropical island in the clear blue Andaman Sea with a strong connection to nature. People desire to visit here to reconnect with nature while escaping the urban centers usually with a less than forgiving climate. Developers in Phuket should address this desire in their project’s planning and designs.

In Phuket, beach clubs tend to evolve into “community centers” where neighbors, locals, guests and tourists congregate. We have five beach clubs and lounges in our plans – all different to host to different tastes in social environment. MontAzure will also offer different residential options at varying price points to serve the larger community’s needs.

Hospitality and wellness will also be featured.

What would you say to convince people who might be interested in buying properties here?

Location has always been one of the main drivers of real estate value. MontAzure is ideally situated in the middle of Phuket’s sought after west coast.

MontAzure’s mountainsides wrap around our valley and beachfront to form an amphitheatre.

One mountain shoulder forms the Millionaire’s Mile peninsula, while another mountain shoulder extends north to form the Surin & AmanPuri peninsula.

Savvy buyers will recognize that MontAzure’s ideal location enjoys high capital appreciation on top of annual rental yields. There is very little beachfront remaining in Phuket that has not already been developed, mostly as hotels as well.

We have very unique offerings to buyers. The Twinpalms Residences MontAzure offers freehold resort residential condos, branded and operated by Phuket’s arguably most successful boutique resort, with financing available for both Thais and foreign buyers. The Estates at MontAzure enjoys a premium location on our mountainside and boasts some of the largest plots available that enhances both privacy and exclusivity. These are customized estates designed to match our buyer’s lifestyle and wishes.

The phases we are currently selling have been wellthought out and designed to ensure a unique high quality product from both lifestyle perspective and investment angles – both annual yields and capital appreciation. We ensured freehold ownership for our future neighbors that also allow financing options for both Thais and foreigners. Branded residential tends to yield higher re-sale values, with professional management looking after your assets as well as maximizing rental returns.

What leisure activities do you take part in when you are not working?

When I’m not working, I’m enjoying married life and learning to be a father to my two lovely children. Phuket is an amazing place to live, work, raise a family, and enjoy life the way it should be. To enjoy the ocean and the beautiful scenery, we have been fortunate to have good friends that invite us on their yachts to experience the amazing waters around Phuket. I’m a big believer in Phuket, its future, and all it has to offer. I’ve always promoted Phuket as an unofficial ambassador to all I meet and will continue to do so.

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iving life in high-end style is always a unique experience. In retrospect, it’s all about plunging yourself into the best of the best whether it be music, dining, entertainment, fashion, film or art. If all this is available under one roof, it would be more convenient for you per se. Believe it or not, one man determined to create a hub where these elements are in full swing at once is the famous entrepreneur Jack Penrod. Thanks to his vision, today we have the Global luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand Nikki Beach we can associate ourselves with for this pleasure.

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Since Dubai is the most happening city in the Middle East, how can it lag behind when it comes to boasting the glamour of Nikki Beach— the first and original luxury beach club concept.

Under the auspices of Penrod himself, the opening of its beach club and restaurant took place with the eagerly awaited Grand Opening White Party. VIPs and celebrities were amongst the stylish guests who experienced an unforgettable evening of beat pumping music, exquisite food and bubbly, live acts, and the vibrant ambience of Nikki Beach Dubai, on the man-made Pearl Jumeira peninsula.

Themed around magic and illusion, partygoers were treated to exceptional entertainment featuring a lineup of world-renowned DJs flown in from Ibiza, Cannes, Marbella and St. Tropez, in addition to a spectacular fireworks display, sensational live performances and gravity-defying acts.

"We are overwhelmed by the sheer number of our extended family and supporters who joined us to celebrate the Grand Opening White Party of Nikki Beach Dubai. It is an honor to be welcomed into the community of this great city,” said Jack Penrod, founder and owner of Nikki Beach Worldwide.

Rolls Royce and TAG Heuer both known leaders in luxury in their respective sectors were the official sponsors of the exclusive event and their involvement in it just made the occasion all the more unique and stylish.

Nikki Beach Dubai is the global luxury beach club brand’s first property in the region as a whole, and is now open seven days a week. The visitors will be able to enjoy cuttingedge architecture and design with the brand’s signature modern, all white décor, tribal influences and stylish ambiance. Guests will be pampered with extravagant and plush sun beds, a unique menu filled with flavorful food, lavish parties, exceptional entertainment and stunning waterfront views of the Persian Gulf.

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For more information please visit www.nikkibeach.com or www.nikkibeachhotels.com.

Facebook: www.facebook.com/nikkibeach | Twitter: @nikkibeachworld | Instagram: @nikkibeachworld | Snapchat: @nikkibeachworld

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Ducati’s XDiave l the beast within…

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ucati’s have always been an elite bike to ride. Known for their unmistakable Italian design and furious speed. Once you ride a Ducati you will never want to go back. Ducati’s are designed keeping in mind what people expect from them, Brutal Power and an Incredible look that’s not forgotten. This time, their new “XDIAVEL” is a beast in a warrior package that will take you aggressively where you want to go. Marketed as a gentlemanly two-wheeler, this brute is an amalgamation of two worlds-you can think of it as a comfortable, relaxed cruiser, but twist the throttle and you will feel the “Beast Within”.

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The XDiavel epitomizes elegance and non-conformism, relaxation and performance. And the engine is its backbone. Beautiful, powerful, technologically advanced. The XDiavel engine represents the latest evolution of the Testastretta twin-cylinder: The Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262.

The Ducati Testastretta DVT 1262 confirms itself as an undisputed king on all counts, even in terms of aesthetics. The key dimensions of the bike (seat height, rake and wheelbase) enhance the cruiser character of the new XDiavel, ensuring the right balance but with more sports handling.

The XDiavel has an extremely strong personality, characterized by extreme proportions and a unique style, which ensures it’s recognizable at first glance. All in all, it’s a distinctive connotation that blends with cutting-edge technology, projecting the cruiser concept into the future. In this way, the XDiavel links the appeal of an attention-grabbing bike with technical features and absolute performance.

Contact information Ducati Thailand www.ducatithailand.com Ducati Dubai www.ducati.ae

The new Audi Q7 bound to drive you crazy...

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UVs have always been popular with car enthusiasts in the Middle East. They are sheer force of masculinity designed to give maximum thrill on the road. To ensure that people in the region could really enjoy what it’s like to drive a sophisticated SUV, Audi has introduced its most advanced version of Q7 in this segment.

It’s simply a statement of the high-tech competence of Audi and is something which will appeal to the car lovers.

Luxurious comfort, the largest interior in the segment and a weight saving of up to 325 kilograms makes it the lightest car in its class. With its lightweight, multi-material body and all-new chassis, it provides

excellent comfort while at the same time offering the performance of a sporty Audi – and that with top-notch CO2 values. So the new edition of the Q7 from Audi sets new standards. Its innovative assistance and infotainment systems take the large SUV to the front of the pack. Its new engines consume significantly less fuel than the previous model.

The new Q7 offers numerous seat variants up to the individual contour seat with air conditioning and a massage feature. The versatility of the Audi Q7 is also revealed by the standard three-piece backrest in the second row of seats, which can be separately folded down, and by the standard third row of seats, which is now operated electrically.

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Contact:

Audi Dubai www.audi-dubai.com Audi Thailand www.audithailand.com

Another option is the Audi virtual cockpit, in addition to the Audi MMI monitor – the 12.3-inch diagonal TFT monitor displays elaborately computed graphics, and is operated at the multi-function steering wheel. In addition, the head-up display projects key information onto the windshield.

Lightning-quick response thanks to short gas paths, powerful thrust and sonorous sound – the compact three-liter V6 with its light-metal crankcase accelerates the new Audi Q7 from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, reaching a maximum of 250 km/h.

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Two words encapsulate the beautiful dresses designed by the Romanian fashion designer Adelina Rusu: quality and honesty. She appreciates quality more than anything else – from a little stitch to the way it feels on the body. She wants her clothes to feel like moisture on body and to give a woman that feeling of empowerment. And honesty because the collection is part and parcel of who she is. Women who are very complex and full of contradictions will get drawn to her empowering SS16 collection.

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Adelina rusu ssi6 Creative & photographer Tibi Clenci Styling Amir Dobos Casting director Radu Dobrea Starring Stefania lvanescu ( Allure Management) & Corina Cioroiu Dogs Jack & King Make up Jenny Matea Hair Livia Berceanu Production Allure Production

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As Rusu puts it, “She is someone mature but she doesn’t forget how to be a child. She is sexy but sweet. She is positive and strong but she has a melancholic heart hoping to manage to change herself and the world around her in a better way. She likes classical music but she enjoys a good rock concert. She loves art but she thinks that the world itself is the greatest art. She is independent but she recognizes love and she gets lost in the arms of the man she loves. She loves history but she wants to create a better future. She likes the good but she understands the bad and in the end she knows that there is no such thing as good or bad.�

www.adelinarusu.com

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Laguna Golf Appoints Sir Nick Faldo as Brand Ambassador

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he Exclusive Golf Weekend at Laguna Phuket hosted by world-renowned golf legend and six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo was a memorable event for the burgeoning golf community in Thailand. Held in March 2015, it met with great success with several exciting events –a sunset cocktail at Cassia Phuket, a golf clinic, an exclusive game with Sir Nick himself and a destination dining experience at the hole 18 green of Laguna Golf Phuket.

Staying at the Double Pool Villas by the Banyan Tree, Sir Nick also spent his time playing, practicing and unwinding at the award-winning Laguna Phuket, Asia's first integrated resort.

During the two-day event, 26 golfers and the media had the privilege to interact closely with Sir Nick who led a fun thirty-minute golf clinic for all golfers before kick-starting the game. He shared insightful golfing tips that inspired the crowd immensely. The golfers also had an exclusive game, playing two holes up close and personal with Sir Nick, under his keen guidance.

At the Welcome Cocktail Party, Laguna Phuket officially announced the appointment of six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldoas as Laguna Golf’s Brand Ambassador.

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A huge advocate for junior golf development through his famed Faldo Series tournaments, Sir Nick Faldo said, “With the aim of developing youths and giving back to the game, I am delighted to partner with Laguna Golf Phuket in hosting Phuket’s first-ever Faldo Series Thailand Championship–South in early September 2016. Created in 1996, the Faldo Series gives opportunity to young people through golf and to help identify and nurture the next generation of champions. Hosted in 30 countries around the world, the Faldo Series benefits more than 7,000 young golfers each year. This newly broadened partnership followed the announcement of Sir Nick as the Brand Ambassador of Laguna Lang Cô , Laguna Phuket’s sister integrated resort in Central Vietnam, way back in June 2015.

“We are honored to have worked with Sir Nick Faldo as the master designer of our championship golf course in Lang Cô which opened in 2013,” said Mr. Ravi Chandran, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Laguna Phuket.

Embracing the shared vision of sustainability and community efforts to nurture aspiring youths reinforces Laguna’s confidence to further fortify the partnership with Faldo as the Brand Ambassador of all three Laguna Golf courses located in the Laguna destinations of Lang Cô from Central Vietnam and Bintan in Indonesia to here in Phuket,Thailand,” Mr. Ravi Chandron concluded.

During this visit, Laguna Golf Brand Ambassador Sir Nick Faldo was also invited as the Guest-of-Honor for the Grand Opening of the new British International School, Phuket (BISP) Golf Centre.

A specialist training area which comprises putting greens, chipping areas, bunkers, and a netted driving range, it’s built to allow talented young golfers in the BISP Golf Academy to practice the full range of shots within the school's spacious 44 acre campus.

Laguna Golf Phuket is an 18-hole, par 71 golf course situated in the heart of Asia’s first integrated resort – Laguna Phuket.

Thoroughly redesigned and reopened in 2015, the new landscaping with great emphasis on natural surroundings and wildlife provides golfers a whole new golfing experience.

During the game, a tranquil journey into the native cultural experience with infused local elements creates a unique sense of place. The Thai villa design clubhouse offers a host of luxury facilities, including a well-stocked Pro Shop and international dining options. The practice area features extensive facilities with experienced on-site golf instructors. The golf club is conveniently accessible by complimentary shuttle service from the surrounding hotels in Laguna Phuket Resort.

For more Information +66 (0) 7627 0991 golf@lagunaphuket.com www.lagunagolf.com/phuket

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Breathtaking sites for camping Thailand is blessed with numerous amazing sites for camping adventures. It’s always in the limelight for its incredible natural beauty that attracts thousands of visitors every year from all over the world.To put it the right way, the glory of nature is on full display everywhere you look to catch a glimpse of nature’s treasures. So if you are seeking to comfort yourself in a relaxing environment away from the hustle and bustle of cities, why not pick any of these four camping destinations that are well-suited for you!

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Four Seasons Tented Camp The camp best known as “The Golden Triangle” is a befitting place to indulge in the pure fun of camp. It’s located on elevated ground near the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong Rivers. The Tented Camp overlooks 3 countries simultaneously: Thailand, Burma (Myanmar) and Laos.

Interestingly, guests approach the camp by boat down the Ruak River which will make their stay more thrilling. Surrounded by thick stands of bamboo and other native trees, the camp is spread out along a roughhewn 1 km (0.6 mile) trail. The tropical jungle atmosphere brings life and color to the area’s notorious history.When it comes to accommodation, you might be resting in its 15 luxurious, fully air-conditioned, customized tents that provide guests with all the comforts they have come to expect of Four Seasons.

As part of camp activities, you can go on trekking with elephants and interact with them. Then you can plunge yourself into its spa facilities which will revitalize you. Other things to keep you engrossed on the trip include personalized tours and camp preparation.

Dining at Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle is also an integral part of camp activities, and promises to be an everlasting experience for guests.

Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle Thailand P.O. Box 18, Chiang Saen Post Office Chiang Rai 57150 Phone: +66(0) 53 910-200 Fax. +66(0) 53 652-189 Website: www.fourseasons.com/GoldenTriangle

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Kamu Lodge Located in the beautiful and untouched nation of Laos is this exquisitely rustic paradise which offers guests a chance to interact with nature from close range. It’s a one hour’s flight from Bangkok. And this is what makes it a great place to perform camp tasks. Once down here, you can showcase your enthusiasm by participating in various activities like rice planting and harvesting in surrounding fields, gold panning in the Mekong (January to June), jungle walks to discover medicinal plants, trekking through the forest to waterfalls (two-hour hike and boat ride), traditional team building programs.Also, you can take private river cruise from and to Luang Prabang.

All meals taken in Kamu Lodge are dined alfresco; natural materials are used for building these unique outlets, seated on stilts high above the ground in local architectural style.

Meals are traditional Lao cuisine served with true Kamu hospitality. Most of the food is locally produced in the lodge, in the village and in Luang Prabang.The bar is a perfect place to unwind, relax after a tiring day trekking in the surrounding landscapes, and to have a cool refreshing drink. More importantly, you will be able to bond with the local people.

Wat Nong village 4413, Khem Kong Rd, Luangprabang, Laos.

Phone: (+856) 071 253 903/904 Fax: (+856) (0)71 254 912 E-mail: info@kamulodge.com Website: www.kamulodge.com

Hintok River Camp It’s a lively 5-star camp with one of the best views you can hope for.

The guests are pampered here in a highly sophisticated way. You can experience the splendor of African Safari right in Asia.There are plenty of things to do in style. You can explore the beautiful Lawa Cave—primitive treasure. Then, nothing can get more exciting than indulge oneself in treetop adventure, do canoeing and bamboo rafting, etc. If you are an art connoisseur, you can make the most of Hintok Story Museum. It would definitely be something to cling to forever.

Hintok River Camp @ Hellfire Pass 109 Moo 9 Ban Wang Khamen, Tambon Thasao, Saiyok, Kanchanaburi 70150, Thailand Phone: +66(0) 81 754 3898 Website: www.hintokrivercamp.com

Mon Cham Camping Resort This resort is also called “Mon Jam”. It’s located in the Mae Rim district and takes an hour to reach here from Chiang Mai. Full of incredible scenery (mountains, flower gardens, Royal Project farms) you will get lost in its splendor. Under the auspices of His Majesty the King’s Nong Hoi Royal Project, it’s preserved like a paradise where you can come relax in one of the terrific bamboo huts. Besides, the food served here that are appetizing enough to satisfy your taste buds.You need to come see for yourself what it has got to offer to make you new again.

Phone +66(0) 81 806 3993 Website: www.thairoyalprojecttour.com

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Amatara Phuket Paradise of Eternal Health

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n an age when the pressures of modern lifestyle are taking a heavy toll on our body and mind, we certainly need to reorganize ourselves. If we don’t, then we won’t able to enjoy life to the fullest. After all, good health is the ultimate bliss in life. So which place on the planet should one consider going to in order to attain it?

Moreover, such a magical thing can only happen in a tranquil milieu. And Amatara, Thailand’s premium destination spa really offers this privilege in every way making it the befitting place when it comes to one of us seeking a complete renewal.

Located at the majestic Cape Panwa (primarily known for its unmatched recipe of authentic wellness), Amatara fulfills visitors’ desire to experience Asia’s best coastal view in Phuket with a total of 105 suites and villas which allow guests to relax in their comfortable rooms with private balcony given to savor sea views. No wonder you must be in the mood to unravel yourself by now! Then just drop by this beautiful place and let your tense body relax.

Being Phuket’s luxurious wellness sanctuary and one-of-its-kind,Amatara provides you a holistic apparatus in order to retain your overall well-being. In an orderly fashion,Amatara offers an all-inclusive program combining accommodation, organic and nutritional food, along with personalized wellness and abundant leisure activities.

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Most important of it all is its newly added yet unforgettable Thai Hammam Experience as part of all programs. It’s highly recommended for any visitor. With its exquisitely designed setup,Thai Hammam is a world first mechanism which brings together Turkish and Moroccan bathing practices combined with the wisdom and gentleness of Thai spa therapies.

To start with, there are a total of 5 signature luxury wellness retreats and these are: Amatara Detox: We are breathing unclean air clogged with hazardous particles or we are all exposed to the toxins in one way or the other. Sometimes, we can find them in what we eat, in the water we use for drinking and bathing. Because of these toxins, our lymphatic system, digestive tract, liver, skin and other tissues get affected.As a result, we might be feeling heavy, sluggish, uncomfortable, and lacking in energy.This might lead to allergies, digestive complaints, skin disorders or headaches, just to name a few. It gives us an opportunity to feel rejuvenated and revived.With a combination of tried and tested therapies, including juice cleansing, colon hydrotherapy, and Ayurvedic,Thai and signature Amatara treatments, our perception gets sound and robust. Each retreat inclusion is carefully designed in order to provide a program that cleanses the body on all levels, including the digestive tract and vital organs, tissues, lymphatic system, skin, and lungs. It also aims to clear our mind of clutter, making for a truly holistic experience.

Weight Management: The vast majority of us in today’s time are concerned about gaining excess weight with dire consequences resulting from obesity. This has given rise to the creation of many extreme programs that promote rapid weight loss, offering a 'quick fix' solution. However, this is where we need to take a precautious approach. Many of these methods have the potential to adversely affect our health and well-being, and may actually promote greater rebound weight gain.

Amatara’s weight management program offers a safe, sustainable, long term solution for you to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight.This program is specially developed to control and reduce your weight with an emphasis on the right nutrition, extensive exercise, personalized physiotherapy sessions, and customized, holistic approaches. Its specifically designed healthy cuisine for weight management makes use of food types and combinations that promote weight loss while keeping you satisfied, rather than calorie counting.

Spa Revive: Its luxurious Spa Revive retreat is tailored to offer a deeply relaxing, rejuvenating and holistic luxury spa holiday. In sync with tranquil setting with majestic views of the Andaman sea,Amatara’s professional staff and private setting offer the perfect retreat space to revive, pamper, and help you discover your natural, relaxed state of wellbeing and vitality.You can also find your inner calm with private yoga and meditation sessions, and enjoy their exceptionally nutritious, delicious,Thai-inspired healthy cuisine.There is much more.You can take part in as many or as little of the daily exercise sessions as you desire. It's all up to how much you can endure.With a perfect balance of body therapies, its unforgettable Hammam experience, healthy cuisine and gentle exercise, this retreat is a perfect way to experience a blissful state of relaxation, and a healthy glow inside and out.

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Amatara Connect: This is a very special retreat offering you a chance to remain connected with your loved ones in a traditional way. Inspired by the picturesque romance of its beautiful property, it came up with an idea to establish a deeper connection between two people in a close relationship. It is ideal for a romantic pair, a mother and daughter, father and son, siblings, or even close friends.

It features relaxing and fun activities such as a healthy cuisine cooking classes, luxurious spa therapies, exercise sessions for two and plenty of downtime. It also features a fun way to create an intimate, relaxed connection by learning to massage each other.This is a wonderful for any couple wishing to create a deeper connection, and who are seeking a perfect balance of activity, healthy cuisine and luxury as a backdrop for an unforgettable holiday together.

Amatara Active: This program increases vitality, longevity and a wellness lifestyle.While exercising, we get to become more aware of our physical body, and how precious it is, this one vessel we have to carry us through this lifetime. It’s all about improving fitness and performance and improving your energy, while caring for the physical body of those who currently live an active life.

Its fitness team is made up of passionate professionals in their chosen area of fitness, and ready to support you, whatever your physical performance goals may be. With a good balance of professionally guided fitness sessions, individualized physiotherapy, and deep-tissue massage therapy, it is ideal for both the beginner and the seasoned athlete. Fitness sessions of various kinds are provided, depending on your goals and preference, including functional training,Thai boxing, Pilates, yoga, and TRX. Carefully tailored physiotherapy sessions ensure that old or current injuries are treated and risks of future injuries are identified and prevented. It helps you measure your level of physical performance beyond your expectations.

Next time you visit Phuket, don’t forget to include Amatara in your must-have list of places to see.

Just 15 minutes away from Phuket Town and just 45 minutes from Phuket International Airport.

Amatara Resort & Wellness Tel. +66 76 318 888 E-mail: reservations.phuket@amataraphuket.com www.amataraphuket.com

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huket is a lively part of Thailand. So everybody loves to come see it and experience what it has to offer.This time, it’s most exciting resort built with a contemporary twist “Twinpalms” is making waves.

Twinpalms Phuket is located in a tranquil and exclusive environment, 175 meters from Surin beach, in an area often referred to as “millionaires” row. Found on the sought after and highly desirable west coast, the area provides one of the most beautiful and least crowded stretches of golden tropical sand in Phuket.

It’s unique by all standards because the design was created by Martin Palleros, one of the topmost landscape architects in the Asia-Pacific region. Tasked with creating a property that has an integrated landscape which works in harmony with nature, the “Contemporary Tropical” design and landscaping incorporates a stunning, world-class water garden. The concern for the aesthetic has resulted in a beautiful and serene setting which has a modern, romantic twist – a Garden of Eden for our times. The architectural lines are fresh, clean and blend seamlessly with the environment.

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Once you end up here, you can revitalize your heart and soul in the comfort of a luxury resort, combined with the relaxing tranquility of a secluded getaway.There are only 97 luxurious spacious Penthouses, Suites and Rooms, each surrounded by palms, with all of the units featuring a private terrace and offering an unforgettable pool view.

Feeling jammed? Then, Twinpalms Phuket is a great place to unwind.

From the airport, it takes about 25 minutes to reach Twinpalms Phuket.

Twinpalms Phuket Phuket’s Most Exciting & Stylish Contemporary Resort 106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Road, Cherng Talay, Phuket 83110, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 76 316500 Fax: +66 (0) 76 316599 Email: book@twinpalms-phuket.com Website: twinpalms-phuket.com

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For its location near Bangkok’s airport alone, Pattaya is Thailand’s most conveniently situated coastal town. Of all the city’s many accommodation options, Sugar Hut Resort & Restaurant is the most unique, offering authentic and charming Thai lodgings in glorious tropical grounds near the heart of the vibrant city.

First established in 1984, Sugar Hut Resort is a much-loved fixture in Pattaya due to its singular ancient Ayutthaya architecture and popularity among international guests. It is the aim of proprietor Dr. Sunya Viravaidya to preserve the cultural heritage of Thailand through the historically faithful resort, which is set in a 15-rai plot of land. The property embraces an authentic Thai way of life with its collection of classic wooden houses constructed carefully by master carpenters from Ayutthaya province, an ancient seat of royalty.

There are 18 one-bedroom and five two-bedroom villas at the resort, 23 in total. Each incorporates classic Ayutthaya architecture set within lush, shady gardens. Designed by skillful wood craftsmen, villas have been built in accordance with time-honored Thai customs. It is this distinctive design that makes Sugar Hut Resort a favorite among foreign travelers seeking an authentic Thai experience.

The ambience allows guests to roll back the years and unwind. Each villa offers a bedroom and separate sitting room connected by an elevated wooden terrace. Spacious bedrooms boast sunken king-size beds protected by mosquito nets. Other classic touches include handcrafted wooden wall panels and large bowls and water jars for washing. Thai-style indigo shirts, traditional tube skirts and fisherman pants are also supplied so that guests can spend their time at the resort dressed comfortably in the local fashion.

Self-contained in the manner of an intimate Thai village, Sugar Hut Resort is nestled amidst lush tropical grounds with resident friendly bantams, squirrels, peacocks and pheasants. The exquisite surroundings are perfect for discerning travelers who find joy in tranquility. Other facilities include three expansive yet secluded swimming pools and natural steam and sauna rooms.

Sugar Hut Restaurant, meanwhile, offers a unique dining experience in serene surroundings with sumptuous Thai and international flavors.

Sugar Hut Resort is located at the T-Intersection of Tabphaya Road-Pratumnak Hill Road, adjacent to the Court House of Pattaya City, a 10-minute drive from South Pattaya Walking Street. Taxi and shared local bus service are available to all tourist attractions.

For more information Natt Kawinrachataprida YSIS PR www.sugar-hut.com, natt@ysisasia.com Facebook: SugarHutResortAndRestaurant or call 038-364 186, 038-251 686, 085-831 9858

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Thinking of having a well-equipped gym at home that meets your fitness regime? Well, gone are the days when there wasn’t much choice in good equipment. Nowadays you can have your own sophisticated comprehensive gym designed to your own personal style.

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eara Sports or Sports Engineering and Recreation Asia Ltd. is a professional and trusted specialist with over two decades’ experience is in Asia. Seara Sports have become the ultimate choice for fitness enthusiasts whether for a beautifully designed private home gym or a full on commercial gym complex. The main Seara office is located in Bangkok on the trendy side of Thonglor.

Stylish branch offices soon followed in Phuket, Ho Chi Minh, Pattaya, Phnom Penh, Koh Samui and Yangoon (May 2016). I recently met with Mr. CJ Prieur, Director of Seara Sports and asked him how was it that Seara was so popular in SE Asia.

“What is truly unique in Seara (Sports Engineering and Recreation Asia) is that we can offer a full solution for any kind of fitness, sport, recreational or leisure facilities. We work together with the customer and the designer to provide an ideal layout and concept that fulfills the type of workout environment they are looking to create. Seara has exclusive rights to various countries in the region for leading fitness name brands

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like Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Octane Fitness, Power Plate, Vectra Fitness and more. They equally have as many name brands on the Sports Construction side of the business with world class sport surface materials from Plexipave, Tiger Turf, Court Zone, and Rephouse. We offer a complete variety of equipment and products that no other company in the region can do. We know this from when we travel to trade shows and meet other fitness equipment suppliers or sport facility builders - they are amazed that we do so much and have so many quality name brands under one company. Seara has been able to build a brand that is synonymous with quality fitness equipment and sport surface materials. Our reference list is impressive with over 16 years of doing some of the most prestigious projects in Thailand and the region. We are also the owners and operators of two of the finest health clubs in Asia - The Cascade Club in Bangkok and the RPM Health Club in Phuket. Both these clubs represent the finest in fitness equipment and surface materials along with certified personal trainers that set the bar for the industry.”

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So what should a client be thinking about when balancing the wellness part of their life?

You want the gym in your home to reflect your individuality and to make a bold statement. Fitting it out the way you enjoy working out and creating an ambiance that motivates the user to push them to perform better. “While working with our clients, we make sure they feel motivated and assured that what they envision is possible. We work together with the client and their designer to find equipment that works well in the room and matches the colors that have been chosen� says CJ.

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In his meetings with potential clients, CJ often shows them pictures of previous projects that have been successful. Savvy owners quickly find new vision and will in turn inspire their designer to work on a concept. Although treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, bikes and multigyms seem to always be the standard choice, many let their imagination run loose and include some of the latest fitness innovations that help to keep the “normal” dynamics at bay. As CJ puts it, “Famous fitness brands like Life Fitness and Octane Fitness have developed smarter versions of Low or No Impact Training machines that move people in a different way. The Octane Zero Runner and Lateral X are both great examples — unique machines that capture the attention

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of fitness enthusiasts for cardio training. The Life Fitness GX Bike is not only sexy, but considered the smoothest spinning bike on the market. As a result, this bike sells equally well in the home as it does in the commercial market because of its appeal. Other unique and very beneficial exercise machines come in the form of vibration training with Power Plate. Engineered to activate the body's natural reflexive response to vibration, Power Plate's vibrating platform moves 25 to 50 times per second to engage muscles in a consistent, and controlled manner. As a result, Power Plate is able to accelerate training with high performance results, enabling anyone seeking greater fitness levels to achieve their maximum physical potential faster and more efficiently.

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“Behind every exercise apparatus is a lot of research involved to design such perfectly functioning equipment. Life Fitness has always been the leader in fitness innovations and they can spend as much on Research & Development than its nearest competitors makes in total sales. They have held this dominating position since the early 90's and continue to bring new technology to market. The latest Life Fitness cardio lines are absolutely amazing as they are all embedded with hi-tech features that enhance the users’ interaction while working out,” CJ says.

“The accessories have really added new life into functional training workouts and the general public has embraced these new ways of getting fit.”

Seara Sports will also use the latest 3D technology to produce drawings which will give you a clear-cut idea of what can be designed and built for a very high-end home fitness gym or a new health club project.

Accessories have been the new craze! Where it used to be only dumbbells and hand weights, there now seems to be no end to what fitness accessories are available - Core Bags, Bulgarian Bags, Medicine Balls, Slam Balls, Sand Bags,Vert Balls, Kettle Bells, Speed Ladder, Hurdles, Cones, Bosu Ball, Gym Balls, Pilates Balls, Elastic Bands, Resistance Bands, Punch Bags, Kick Bags, Core Boards, Balance Boards, Step Boxes, Suspension Training, Flying Yoga and the list goes on…. “This part of the market has grown exponentially over the last few years. Seara has recognized this and partnered with leading accessory manufacturers like Escape Fitness and Reebok to keep up with the trends and offer our clients the finest in quality accessories. We have recently dedicated one floor of our fitness showroom in Bangkok to functional training accessories,” he says.

Seara Sports offer the largest and most extensive range of fitness equipment in SE Asia, whether just for a home gym or a large commercial establishment, Seara Sports have the equipment and the expertise to guide you through design, choice and build to make sure you have the training facility you dreamed of.

For further information and enquires please contact: Sports Engineering and Recreation Asia Ltd.

Bangkok Tel: (66-2) 185-1920 E-mail: info@searasports.com

Phuket Tel: (66-76) 304-307-8 E-mail: phuket@searasports.com

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The coolest Apps to kill boredom...

While traveling, we can’t afford to stop entertaining ourselves. After all, what’s the worth of doing it?

To keep boredom at bay when you are constantly on the run, there are a number of amazing apps being developed to thrill you with this criterion in mind. So it won’t be too far-fetched to say that these, in a true sense, are travel asset apps.

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It’s a smart app designed primarily to allow one to listen to muted TV channels. You just need to point your phone toward the TV with this Android app. It will then scan what’s going on the TV without you having to go anywhere. Whether you are enjoying cocktails with your friends in a bar, burning your calories in gym, waiting for your next flight, it will simply cater to your hunger for information and fun wherever you are.

This app offers you an option of endless space to save things (interesting articles, videos) that you would love to get back to once you are free from day work. It also makes it possible for you to enjoy the best writings rotating on the web. What it means in perspective is that you can delve inside everything interesting again while you are on a trip…They have been put in a safe box.

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This app game will certainly boost your brainpower as the fastpaced adventure begins. It’s all about defeating your enemies with the mantra of martial arts making it completely action-packed.

The drama sheds light on the journey of a master blade wielder as he confronts numerous obstacles in the lead up to getting his life back. You will have to use your hand gestures; swiping the screen and in so doing killing your foes covered in red color. The rest is absolutely fun.

When it comes to giving your mind a quite brainstorming exercise, this award-winning game is preferably the right choice to choose and make yourself good at. It connects the dots between the players as they tend to collaborate in their mission to assemble the white building blocks against the force of gravity. It’s not easy to sail through because the path is dotted with explosives, shaky thunderstorms and more importantly inept colleagues who can’t take the right steps. It can be played irrespective of where you are from as it’s available in 19 languages. Besides, it’s playable across PlayStation 4, PS Vita, Wii U, PC, Mac, Linux, iOS and Android.

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D’Ora Tokai’s on-going quest is to steer luxury back to its original roots and bring Monaco style to the world. Our aim, by creating the Mundu handbag, was to design iconic pieces, which owners would cherish for years to come and then pass down to later generations. For the past three years this range of bespoke handmade Italian bags has met with a great amount of success within exclusive circles.

The highly acclaimed round Mundu bag was inspired by Monte Carlo’s motoring heritage and is shaped like the steering wheels of classic race cars. The word Mundu means ‘World’ in Monegasque, the ancient language of Monaco, and is associated with power and freedom.

The Mundu bag continues to be made-to-order using the highest grade crocodile leather combined with pearls, precious metals and semiprecious stone studs. The design is available in 40 colours and their combinations, in either matt or glossy finish and with or without a leather strap. Each Mundu bag carries its own custom serial number, the owner’s name and/or a personal message engraved onto a round gold plate, placed on the inside. Mundu incorporates several compartments, with space for an iPhone and an iPad.

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She explains: “I strive to meet personal requests and create pieces that will endure as family heirlooms.

It entails a contemporary fairy tale for jetsetting cosmopolitans, written in Monaco."

Mundu bag is Monaco's pride of overwhelming elegance…

The founder and creative director, Dora Tokai infuses her passion for art and design with her background in architecture, engineering and business. With innovation in the foreground, Dora makes sure that the brand’s exquisite designs are carried through to perfection.

D’Ora Order online at www.doratokai.com For further information, please contact D’Ora Tokai at mundu@doratokai.com

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fashioninterview Fashion scenario in Saudi Arabia is certainly changing for the better. Looks like it already has come so far so good!

Thanks to its well-traveled young & sharp minds, this sort of milestone is being made possible and ushering in an era of greater openness and most importantly artistic freedom.

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markcross Handbags stand for absolute luxury Mention Mark Cross, and the images of beautifully handcrafted handbags start building up in the mind. They are simply irresistible because of their fine craftsmanship using the finest leathers and fit in with the sophisticated taste of today’s elite women who always demand the best in life.As part of its Spring 2016 Collection which is unique, the scale of explicit designs available to choose from is quite stunning. There is no feeling of excess when one comes in contact with a Mark Cross bag.

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Where to buy: Qatar Per Lei Couture The Pearl Island of Qatar La Croisette 18, Parcel 10, Unit 231 Doha, Qatar +974 40003030 Maria Luisa 51 East, Lagoona Mall Doha + 974 4425 7777 Dubai Harvey Nichols Dubai Mall Of Emirates Dubai +971 4 4098888 SYMPHONY STYLE Ground Floor Fashion Avenue, The Dubai Mall Dubai +971 (0) 4 330 8050 www.BYSYMPHONY.com Saudi Arabia Harvey Nichols Riyadh Al Faisaliah Shopping Centre/Faisaliah Mall King Fahad Road, Riyadh-KSA +96611273444 social@alfa.com.sa

Kuwait Harvey Nichols Kuwait Grand Avenue - The Avenues +965 22283008 Bahrain Saks Bahrain Saks Fifth Avenue Bahrain City Centre Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain +973 17172000 Thailand Club21 Accessories EmQuartier Shopping Complex M Floor, The Glass Quartier 8 Sukhumvit Road, Klongton Nua Wattana Bangkok 10110 +662 021 2199 SoL and GRAVITE Multi Labels Store 2nd Floor Gaysorn Plaza, Bangkok +662 6561178

Bangkok buzzing with fever of divine nourishment!

Cooking delicious foods is a fun task but which requires a great deal of creativity. After all, our day starts with it. We are nurtured by what we eat. So CHI, known as a famous supperclub where people gather and enjoy amazing food along with spectacular entertainment at the table, has gone one step further with its whole new concept of cuisine which it recently unveiled in partnership with Royal Thai cuisine legend, Blue Elephant. Mana, meaning “divine nourishment,� is the result of a one year collaboration between the CHI team, culinary school and international restaurant group Blue Elephant (driven

by Kim Steppe, son of Master Chef Nooror Somany), and Tony Bish, a New York City-trained chef and teacher at Blue Elephant Phuket.

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Mana : Insane food for an entirely new supperclub experience Mana’s interpretation of “divine nourishment” brings on the table a menu that blends exotic, spiritual and technical influences. Five-spiced duck broth reduction and baby bok choi, pink seabream pan-fried with orange candy and charred fennel, yellow saffron curry paneer with truffled potatoes and popcorn, deconstructed cheesecake and toasted coconut passion fruit tart – with interludes of molecular popping fruits to cleanse the palate between courses.

by a wealth of cocktails created by n the CHI team, in the spirit of CHI, bound in golden crocodile-skin menus.

Mana’s slant on savory alcohol sidekicks include Oscietra caviar, seared foie gras and brioche, or duck beaks for the adventurous, complemented

Set price for the Mana dining menu is 1,800 Baht per person.

Courses consist of Amuse Bouche, Starter, Soup, Entremets, Main and Dessert, with course selections interchangeable between three elemental themes: Fire (meat), Water (seafood) and Earth (vegetable), giving a total of 18 menu combinations. Interestingly, menus will change every three months, fulfilling Chef Tony Bish’s desire to continue to learn, anticipate change and implement new ideas in the spirit of Blue Elephant and CHI.

For food connoisseurs, it’s definitely a win-win situation.

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CHI Ultralounge which is known as Bangkok’s Funk Shui Nightclub is another awesome addition to what CHI stands for and the opening of the innovative nightclub’s stunning inner sanctum is exclusively for VIP and media VIP guests. It’s destined to change the future of Bangkok nightlife and in so doing add more spark to it; it promises to be a unique nightclub, lounge and restaurant destination brimming with Asian style, cutting edge beats, one-of-a-kind culinary creativity and a chic Asian-mod aesthetic unlike anything that has gone before.

Inspired by the magic of Funk Shui Summoning fantasies of eerily cool Yakuza haunts, beautifully lit archaic casinos in Macao, intricately detailed gold leaf designs and ancient Chinese antique embellishments; welcome to the next phase of Bangkok’s indelible signature on the global entertainment gold list. Under the watchful eye of CHI’s Imperial Dragon, a symbol of protection, affluence and power, CHI guides its guests on a journey into a resolutely Asian experience – a high-kicking Kung Fu fling into the exotic mystique that visitors to Asia demand and expect, and yet have hitherto been underserved in terms of massively absorbing nightlife.

As Thailand’s first world-class Diageo Club, guests can enjoy an exciting array of cocktails concocted by the talents of in-house mixologists selected by the CHI team. www.chiultralounge.com

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Beirut

Breathing new life into

words by Mairead Doohan

After more than 30 years of civil war, invasion and occupation Beirut is persuasively reclaiming it’s title; ‘Paris of the Middle East’. It has not been an easy journey for the Lebanese and the rebuild is on-going, but through this tumultuous period the spirit of Beirut has matured and developed.

The sense of style, stronger now than ever, has a depth and gravity missing in other Middle Eastern countries. The history of the country itself is uncovered slowly; from the complex ruins concealed below the city’s high-rises to the long-established ottoman balconies hidden in plain sight along meandering back roads. Beyond that, the populace’s commitment to a better future saturates everything; their verve and energy infectious.

Still boasting an extraordinarily varied itinerary for visitors, this city brings measure to the phrase ‘something for everyone’.

One Coast Magazine spent a long weekend investigating whether the city could truly offer that elusive combination of culture and luxury.

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Stepping into Le Gray’s foyer is reminiscent of entering a design concept art gallery. Individually chosen pieces by Gordon Campbell Gray himself are carefully arranged to compliment the tone and atmosphere of each area. The overall effect, while discrete, is utterly compelling. From sophisticated gadgets to luxurious comfort, no detail has been overlooked in creating a five-star hotel which is so much more than just somewhere to sleep. Visitors and residents alike can indulge in 4 distinct meeting areas starting with the chic informal Gordon’s Café; before moving up to the understated, smoky opulence of the cigar bar; followed by standout cuisine and decadent wine choices in Indigo on the Roof restaurant and finishing with a blast of Beirut’s finest vistas at Bar ThreeSixty. Le Gray’s autonomous status in a city with many five-star resorts is founded on its strong emphasis on using local produce and design. Quality is impeccable: architect Kevin Dash ensures that the flow of light in each room accentuates the clutter free, yet welcoming, design within. Le Gray is the embodiment of all that Beirut is and can be: culturally aware, artistically significant and assiduous in its strive for excellence.

When looking for design centred accommodation, roof-top bars and prime city location, it’s easy to see a significant amount of your budget disappear – especially in Beirut. However there are some clandestine nuggets waiting to be found.Three-0-Nine Hotel is a perfect example, situated in the centre of Hamra, once known as Beirut’s own ChampsÉlysées. Just a few steps from the historic and striking American University, this boutique hotel combines a uniquely designed interior with superb service and modern charm. Rooms show originality in their décor; they’re spacious, clean and most importantly the beds are comfy. Not to be missed, the roof-top bar, though small, has extraordinary views stretching from the corniche to the mountains while taking in all of downtown in between. There is even a karaoke bar available to entertain, should your inner songbird emerge.

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EAT Al Falamanki Designed to recreate traditional Lebanese villages, this restaurant is popular amongst backgammon playing locals and curious tourists alike. If you can manage to tear your attention away from the museumrich collection of 1930s-1970s artefacts displayed at Al Falamanki the food will not disappoint. A generous selection of classic and atypical Lebanese dishes, all focusing on flavour and presentation. We were told, ‘in Lebanon you eat first with your eyes’ and in Falamanki they hold strong to this proverb in dazzling accuracy. A piquant display of authentic Lebanese cuisine served in an alluringly genuine location. www.alfalamanki.com Hanna Mitri’s Creamery When it comes to looking for original and authentic dining experiences, venturing off the beaten track is often the most rewarding way to go. Never more so is this apparent than when visiting Hanna Mitri’s creamery in Achrafieh. This overlooked, often forgotten street, yields a true example of an outstanding family run business. Spanning three generations and over 50 years of operation this exceptional confectionary churns out unrivalled ice cream and sorbet. Flavours are seasonal and distinctive using imaginative combinations and ingredients. Stand-out choices include; blood orange sorbet, rich, nutty almond brittle, and an impeccably perfumed rose water offering. Miss it at your peril.

EXCURSIONS Lebanon Tours and Travel Tours can too often be conducted with uncompromising, military precision and school-like lecturing. Visions of matching caps, umbrella’s held aloft and screeching guides come to mind when faced with the prospect of an organised visit.Thankfully for us, with Hussain’s tours, this could not be further from the truth. More akin to visiting the city with a knowledgeable uncle; Hussain is welcoming rather than claustrophobic; exceptionally well-informed but not pushy and genuinely devoted to ensuring each guest receives the best tour to suit them.When we decided to change our tour at the last minute he was understanding and immediately set about offering previously un-thought-of alternatives, non-withstanding the additional effort that it may cause him. Of the many notable places to visit a few stand out: Byblos – More so than many popular ruins sites, Byblos is an entire city saturated with history. An unexpected surprise, it is easy to see why this gentle cluster of stone washed cottages, overlooking the Mediterranean sea isone of the oldest continuously inhabited sites in the world. The wonder of Byblos lies in that it is a true microcosm of the civilisations that have populated Lebanon over the millennia. The ruins are multilayered stretching back to 7000BC and incorporating such a wide variety of artefacts that it truly transforms commonly held views of Lebanon and its status in the ancient world. Phoenician Kings’ sarcophagi sit aside a Roman amphitheatre, while Chalcolithic jar burial remains are intermixed with Bronze Egyptian figurines. And to top it all off, all of this is watched over by a strikingly picturesque coastal village, sprinkled with stone-hewn taverns and white washed churches.

Jeita Grotto Venture 20km out from the city to Jeita Grotto; a compound of crystallized caves in the Valley of Nahr al-Kalb. The caves, which provide an escape route for the underground river are made up of two limestone caves, upper galleries and a lower cave. Seeping water in the limestone has created immense, cathedral-like vaults in a multitude of colours and shapes. Forlorn stalactites and stalagmites fashion majestic curtains of rock framing this underground spectacle. 9000m long and containing one of the biggest stalactites in the world, the grotto is a familiar but significant tourist attraction.

Faraya Mountain village Located in the Keserwan district of Lebanon, 46km north of Beirut, the snow covered mountains of Faraya provide a startlingly different experience to the cities’ culturally explicit dialog.

Providing a holiday within a holiday, the mountains bordering Beirut offer a full range of winter sports including first class skiing and snowboarding schools. For those who would like their thrills served up a little less seriously there is also the exhilarating mountain jet skis and more budget friendly toboggans. Visit for a day or spend the weekend curled around the fire in a splendid wood-framed chalet overlooking the slopes. www.lebanontours.weebly.com

Lebanon Taste Tour (Beirut Bites) A historically relevant tour, which combines food with city sights is sure to be a success and Beirut Bites did not disappoint.

Although significantly more expensive than other day tours, Iffat and Bethany earn their cost through a comprehensive and meticulous overview of the city’s biggest passion – food. Avoiding tourist ridden clichés, the tour takes you through a maze of oldtown back streets, allowing you to sample the best of classically Lebanese food. Locally esteemed dishes such as lahmajun and falafel, though commonplace are given new life in carefully selected establishments. Throughout the tour Iffat is forthright in discussing the history of Beirut from a unique perspective of someone who lived her childhood a stone’s throw from the green line. Her overwhelming tenderness and devotion to the city is one of the most captivating aspects of the tour as she works to materialize 1960’s Beirut before you.

SHOP Adora Boutique, Lebanon This artisan house is home to the unique retro inspired art designs by Aurore Ezzedine. The supply ranges from exclusive one-off design pieces to smaller, but just as stand-out, knick knacks and accessories.All items speak of Beirut’s unique history and culture – from the startlingly bright pyrex Hamsa tables to the adorable personalised habibi bags and fez cushions. www.facebook.com/AdoraBoutique House of Zejd olives shop Named after the Phoenician word for Olive, House of Zejd is a concept store encompassing retail, tastings, cooking classes and even social evenings. Everything within is centered around the famous wild olive trees abundant on the Lebanese mountains. Make sure to taste the deliciously moreish tapenades – especially the surprisingly sweet fig and black olive. www.zejd.net

www.tastelebanon.co.uk

DANCE Junkyard The fearlessly original construction of ‘Junkyard’ is made more astounding by the fact that it is its creators' first foray into design. Fashioned completely with reclaimed pieces, the beauty of this bar lies in its story…or stories.

Paint-can light shades left over from decorating the walls, oil drum tables and an arak distillery centrepiece are only a few of the innovative features exhibited here. The cocktail menu is equally pioneering with its tempting but fatal blends of flavours and spirits. To truly experience Junkyard come in the summer when the rooftop bar abounds with the stylishly boho-elite and live music bounces off the copper pipe railings.

MusicHall The Beirut club scene is vast compromising of huge electro-dance venues like B801, boutique and elite late-bars like Skybar and exclusive top-end venues like White. Finding somewhere that stands out can be difficult in such a competitive market – a place where the atmosphere is truly alive and not contrived to attract tourists; a club that holds music at its soul and embraces young Lebanese fashionistas and mature Italian expats equally. MusicHall is just that. An amalgamation of nightclub and theatre, this thriving venue is committed to providing animated, diverse and vivacious entertainment acts. Communal participation is a must to really appreciate this unforgettable experience showcasing the genuine Lebanese verve for life.

www.facebook.com/junkyardbeirut www.facebook.com/MusicHallofficial

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city life condo Location

Conveniently located in the heart of Patong shopping district, it is within easy access and walking distance of most of the entertainment venues. The Emerald City Life Condo @ Patong offers you a combination of total immersion into the crazy life of Patong but also total relaxation if that is your choice.

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Newest condominium on offer by “Emerald Development Group”, The Emerald City Life Condo @ Patong is the new and exciting condominium project situated in a very convenient and centralized location in Patong city, just minutes away from the Patong Beach.

This new project offers a blend of urban living & tropical lifestyle.

Modern classic and stylish in character with a vintage interior concept, it includes a series of experiences such as a multi-function natural salt swimming pool and a kid’s pool. A rooftop swimming pool and 360 degree panoramic view over Patong town and beach as well as eco-friendly layered gardens between floors & buildings.

CITY LIFE HOTEL Location

Next door to City Life Condominium, The City Life Hotel, in the commercial hub of Patong, will consist of 90 well-equipped and spacious rooms, with underground parking, a swimming pool, a reception area and various food and beverage outlets. The 8th floor will have a rooftop garden with infinity pool, dining and bar facilities.

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The Hotel will continue to operate in the style of urban living & tropical lifestyle and with the proximity to the City Life Condo it will cater not only to its residents but also the residents of the City Life Condo thus ensuring a captive audience that will frequent the various facilities on offer at the Hotel.

CITY LIFE Investment offer

The Emerald Development Group is proposing a unique opportunity to be part of this exciting Hotel project and is offering a limited amount of shares to interested parties in this exciting project.

A professional management team has already been sourced to run the hotel and maximize revenue to increase the value of the Hotel asset.

Should you be interested in becoming a Hotel owner, please contact us for more information.

About The Developer

The Emerald Group Development is an experienced and well known real estate development company specializing in the leisure and tourism industry. It focuses primarily on the high-end tourism and residential market, offering innovative opportunities for buyers and investors based on current and future market conditions.

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Swimming pools (includes sky pool and kid’s pool) Smartcard access and CCTV Fitness centre Rooftop garden 24-hour security Internet and cable TV Elevators Indoor parking Shuttle bus service

Construction period: 24 months Total area: Two rai – two buildings with eight floors

THE EMERALD CITY LIFE Tel: +66 96 474 6645, +66 98 787 9935 info@emeraldgroup.co.th www.emeralddevelopmentgroup.com

(Re)born to Fly words by Stuart Langrish

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pend any amount of time in the UAE and you will begin to notice the Emirati’s close connection with a particular bird of prey that is featured everywhere, from bank notes to government signs. Representing their passion and love for the Arab Bedouins, the falcon is the national emblem of the country and considered an integral part of traditional Gulf culture.

Primarily a means to supplement an otherwise meagre diet, falconry was an integral part of desert life centuries ago. Such a harsh, unforgiving place required developing every available tool for harvesting its scarce resources.The ultimate hunting weapon in such an austere environment: falcons. Hunting expeditions also provided the ideal setting for tribal sheikhs to tour their area and connect with the people. The late Sheikh Zayed, founding father of the UAE, often spoke of the satisfaction he derived from being part of a hunting party.

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Fast-forward to today, and even as the UAE has prospered, the old ways persist, and behind almost every camel stable and desert retreat is an aviary of saker falcons keeping the unique cultural tradition alive. Now considered the sport of Sheikhs, the most exclusive birds of prey can sell for nearly one million baht each, with wealthier owners known to house around one hundred. As rapid urbanization and over-hunting has adversely affected the natural habitat of the falcons, restrictions now make it illegal in Abu Dhabi itself, so falconers travel to hunt with their birds in other Arab countries including Morocco and Sudan. Domesticated falcons are given their own UAE passport, enabling them to travel on the same plane as their owners, with some airlines even permitting the same cabin.

Having opened on 3rd October, 1999, the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital (ADFH) was the first public institution in the United Arab Emirates to provide comprehensive veterinary health care services exclusively for falcons. Yearly around 11,200 falcons are received there for examinations and treatment.

Since its inception, the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital has emerged as one of the most reputed falcon hospitals in the Gulf region and as the largest falcon hospital in the world and leading centre for falcon medicine world-wide. Over the years, the ADFH has established a loyal and a wide patient-base not just in the UAE, but also in the adjacent countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.

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Hospital director Dr. Margit Muller said, “Falconry is not regarded as a sport in the UAE, as it is in the United States and Europe. In the Middle East falconry has a different background. Even 70 years ago in the UAE most of the population were Bedouin living in the desert.

Falcons were integrated into the Bedouin family like a child and even today, falcons have exactly the same position in the family.They're not regarded as a sports tool - they are like a son or daughter.�

In 2007, the Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital embarked on a new journey: and opened its doors to the tourism industry for the first time. Visitors are given the chance to learn all about the falcons and their history in the UAE, as well as experience the majestic royal birds of prey up close and personal in the operating room undergoing check-ups, and in flight in one of several large molting cages. The braver tourist can even feel the weight of one perched on their arm during feeding. The ADFH has become one of the main tourism attractions in Abu Dhabi and is recognised internationally for its unique and unforgettable tour program that has won several awards from Europe and the US. Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital Tel:+971 2 575 5155 E-mail: info@falconhospital.com Website : www.falconhospital.com

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This summer

plunge yourself into the wonders of Sir Bani Yas Island…

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ven in deserts experiencing the exotic wildlife can be no less fulfilling. It would give you a new lease of life. In a fast-paced life like today’s this serenity is what everybody wants to have. It’s not surprising that this is one of the many ways of how we can relate more to nature.

And Sir Bani Yas Island located off the coast of Abu Dhabi is one such place which is regarded as the eternal paradise for tourists thanks to its incredible wildlife. So if you have been thinking of visiting such a place with your family for some time now, you should definitely come see this wonderland straight away.

As your exciting adventure takes effect, you will also be able to enjoy over hundred species of birds that often migrate to the park for its cool surrounding.

In terms of marine life, you can spot amazing creatures such as two species of dolphins, dugong and sharks and five different species of sea turtles including the one and only Hawksbill turtle breeding in the region.

Alongside this, you can get to know about remarkable reservation and conservation efforts undertaken to sustain a vibrant biodiversity of the park. Most importantly, you can live your adventure on the island in style by doing horse-riding or mountain biking. In addition, you can have fun being driven around by the park’s expert guides as they take you close to the splendor of the landscape bursting with incredible geological formations and archaeological remains.

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Besides, there is a lot going on here that you can participate in. One being is the craze for land sailing. It will let you explore the beautiful sea surrounding the island with its several spectacular shores.

When it comes to dining, it has got superb restaurants on duty all along to cater to your taste buds. What more can you ask for! Every luxury that you can dream of will rightly be at your fingertips the moment you land here.

Last but not least, it’s easy to reach the island from Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

So you can get to this nature-oriented habitat by air, by road or by sea depending on what transport medium you prefer the most. www.sirbaniyasisland.com/ for more information

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Next time you are in Dubai, dine at

JW’s Steakhouse Nobody can deny the joy of eating appetizing cuisine in fancy restaurants whenever possible. After all, food nurtures our heart & soul. For twenty years or so, JW’s Steakhouse Restaurant in Dubai has been applying this incredible philosophy to amuse the guests with its array of enticing recipes.

The steakhouse has an amazing tradition of honoring their regular guests with their names on brass plaques placed at their favorite tables. Thanks to its fabulous leather-rich setting and smart service,

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the restaurant is today recognized as a popular institution for fine dining in Dubai. While one can indulge in enjoying the heavily recommended steaks (Wagyu Beef Tenderloin topped with pan fried Foie Gras and our prized Certified Black Angus Beef range with Café du Paris sauce) served here, it’s also a great stop for seafood lovers with a chance to savor the lobsters, the oysters and the Dungeness crabs including the irresistible prawn cocktail. And even the dessert items are quite stunning-one being the famous NY Cheesecake.

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JW Prawn cocktail Ingredients:

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lemon juice, to taste malt vinegar, to taste 20 x raw tiger prawns, shells on 1 little gem lettuce 1 sprig fresh thyme, leaves picked cayenne pepper, to serve

For the sauce:

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½ lemon, juice only 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 5 tbsp tomato ketchup few drops Tabasco sauce 2 pinches smoked paprika ½ tbsp paprika 1 tbsp double cream 4 tbsp mayonnaise 1 pinch cayenne pepper pinch salt 1 tbsp cracked black pepper

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Bring a large pan of water to the boil and add a squeeze of lemon and glug of vinegar. Add the whole prawns and cook until they rise to the surface. Drain and chill in ice-cold water.

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Peel the cooled prawns, leaving one prawn whole per serving (for the garnish).

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Shred the remaining leaves and add to a mixing bowl. Add the peeled prawns and spoonful of sauce. Top with the unpeeled prawn and a sprinkling of cayenne pepper.

Cut the little gem lettuce in half and place in ice-cold water to crisp it up.

For the sauce, mix all the sauce ingredients together.

To assemble the cocktails, drain the lettuce and pat dry with kitchen paper. Arrange twothirds of the leaves in martini glasses or small bowls.

JW Marriott Hotel Dubai Restaurant Abu Baker Al Siddique Rd - Dubai Tel. +971 (0) 4 607 7977 jwdubai.dining@marriotthotels.com www.jwmarriottdubai.com

words by Brett Turner

just out Star Wars – The Force Awakens USA / Lucasfilm 2015 Has there ever been a film with more riding on it’s success? Arguably the hideous Episode 1, The Phantom Menace, but that was a guaranteed hit (in spite of it’s awfulness it is still the 21st most successful film of all time, having raked in over $1billion). So with this in mind and Disney paying George Lucas $4billion for Lucasfilm, perhaps it’s understandable that director JJ Abrams and co-writer Lawrence Kasdan play it safe with a story that at times becomes a combined virtual remake of the three originals.

Just Out Steve Jobs USA / Universal 2015 Usually a reputable director is a good sign of the standard of a film (although rarely a guarantee), but in this case it’s the writer. Danny Boyle is a great film maker but few write dialogue like Aaron Sorkin (West Wing, The Social Network, A Few Good Men). Steve Jobs is a perfect combination of his writing, great direction and some excellent performances.

We begin with Rey (Daisy Ridley), a scavenger on desert planet Jakku, reminiscent of Tattooine from previous installments apart from the beautifully rendered wreckage of huge imperial starships scattered around the landscape. Mysteriously abandoned by her family as a child, she ekes out a sad existence, dreaming of escape to the stars (already sounding familiar?).

The surviving characters from the original trilogy (less Billie-Dee Williams’ Lando, which is a shame) all join the adventure at various points with the screen idol presence of Harrison Ford as Han Solo guiding the new characters on their way. It all adds up to a very enjoyable film, played with the sense of fun that propelled the originals to such success.

She is joined by Finn (John Boyega), a deserting stormtrooper on the run. They embark on an adventure that brings them in to conflict with the evil First Order, a neo-Nazi offshoot of the old Imperial Empire. Their main leader is Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), a Darth Vader fanboy right down to his own self-styled metal mask. These three characters are pivotal to the story that unfolds and it’s to the producer’s credit that all three are excellent, along with hot-shot pilot Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac) who we see too little of - apparently his role will be expanded in future episodes.

Unlike, of course, the aforementioned prequel trilogy, a humorless, dour set of films that for many sucked the life out of the Star Wars universe. It’s perhaps because of this that it’s fair to say The Force Awakens is effectively a soft reboot, not to the extent of that other JJ Abrams franchise resurrection Star Trek, but the culminating battle and plot points that decide the final act of the film are startlingly close to the end of Return of The Jedi.

Indeed Rey’s character is beautifully drawn and superbly acted by Ridley, a role that the entire film arguably rests on – imagine where we’d be with a repeat of the Jake Lloyd kiddie-fiasco of Episode 1. Indeed making the main character a strong female one is a stroke of genius.

No doubt for years to come Rey will provide young girls with dreams of adventure re-enacted in back gardens and playgrounds that have been a long time coming in overwhelmingly male-dominated action adventure films (embarrassingly some have still struggled to move with the times, with many toy manufacturers bizarrely leaving out her character from action figure sets and even leading to the hashtag movement #WheresRey).

The film is divided in to three product launches – the first Apple Mac in 1984, the cube-shaped NeXT Computer in 1988 and the gorgeously designed iMac in 1998. What takes place is thematically similar to Sorkin’s other recent film The Social Network – indeed it was also originally set to be directed by the same director David Fincher.

Both are about young geniuses that see a technological opening in the market and completely believe in their vision. Another similar theme is the less charismatic partner who is left to one side when gold is struck, in this case Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak (Seth Rogen).

Just as importantly, both of those films deal with men that initiate seismic changes in technology and the way society communicates while being total failures at communicating with the women in their lives. Ironically, apart from a discarded partner and the denial of his child, there is another woman at the centre of Job’s life; marketing chief Joanna Hoffman (Kate Winslet), serving as both his conscience and confidante while her boss bullies his way through a series of back-stage bust-ups. Interestingly, we don’t actually see the main presentations, just the rock star build-ups, all stamping feet and Mexican waves.

Of course it’s ironic that Steve Jobs insisted on making computers that were totally inaccessible (and therefore serviceable), yet this amazing screenplay of Sorkin’s is

But it’s all done with such love, care and attention and obvious reverence for the originals, along with the need to get things back on track and return Disney’s colossal investment, that perhaps this lack of originality can be forgiven in this first new installment. Now that Abrams job is done and we have a set of extremely likeable heroes to follow once more, what will make or break this series now is how fresh and original the next chapter is, the as-yet untitled Episode 8 in 2017, and even before that the first Star Wars spin-off movie Rogue One due in December this year. What is for certain though is that finally, after a 32 year wait, Star Wars is back and fun again.

mostly played out amongst the tangled wires he hopes to make impenetrable. Meanwhile it is Winslet’s character that steals the screen and is also the most likeable, her frostiness concealing warmth and human emotions missing amongst others. Surrounded by men arguing how important it is to get a computer to say ‘hello’ on stage, she reminds them that while HAL in 2001 had the clipped tones of an English butler, he also tried to kill his entire crew.

Just like the three products that chart the films evolution, the film goes through stages of it’s own, shot initially with grainy 16mm stock, through the gloss of 80’s 35mm film, and finally eye-bleedingly sharp digital, the look of the film moving with the times it’s depicting. At the centre of all this of course is Jobs, and here Michael Fassbender plays a great double act, making him not only believable but actually empathetic, bringing to life a man less able to relate to people than some of his machines.

Is this an accurate depiction of the real man and events?

Maybe that’s not the point. The credits mention Walter Isaacson’s extremely well researched book, while many of Steve Job’s associates insist this is not the man they knew. Either way, this flawed genius is the creation of a great writer, and makes for a compelling film.

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BOXSETHEAVEN Never be clueless again about the shows everyone's talking about.

Resident TV show addict Brett Turner weeds out the best from the rest of the box sets out there available to watch and download, mixing bang up to date stuff with old ones you may have missed.

Classic Box Set Eastbound and Down USA / HBO 4 seasons, 2009 – 2013 Comedy is probably the most polarizing genre out there. Some people like their humor to be warm and fuzzy, based on dysfunctional families or other situations that remind them of their own lives. Others prefer their comedy un-PC, foul-mouthed and over the top. Eastbound and Down definitely falls in to the latter.

Furthermore, unlike its lead character, it’s a class act.

Danny McBride plays Kenny Powers, a baseball pitcher with far too much talent for his ego. He’s managed to destroy his career with fast women, fast cars and all the steroids he can cram in his mouth, and as we join him he’s at the very bottom - having moved in to his brothers house faced with getting a ‘real’ job. What transpires is one continuous montage of chaos, Kenny offending just about everyone he meets. And doing exactly the wrong thing at every opportunity.

This is built on a surreal cast of supporting characters.

Mexican penis-hacking dwarves, evil bleach-haired BMW salesmen and an STD-riddled stripper to name a few. Friends this is not. Best of all is his unquestioningly loyal, tag-along ‘friend’ Stevie (Steve Little), a man of spectacularly low IQ and the permanent grinning openmouthed expression of an eager to please dog.

Mexico hiding from the humiliation of being conned in to thinking he was set for a comeback, his new passion for cockfighting sustaining him and his new local friends.

The third and fourth have him improbably as a father (not his perfect role in life, at one point he leaves his baby son in a hole in the beach covered with a towel while he goes bodyboarding).

But the main event is Kenny Powers and he is an incredible creation. Mulletted, convinced of his gorgeousness and all-round brilliance, he is all machismo and self-belief. The entire universe revolves around him, and should think itself lucky to do so. In reality, the only thing he really has going for him is his ability to throw a baseball extremely fast, which has lead to the cosseted bubble he once lived in and desperately wants to return – so long as he’s asked nicely, of course.

This apparently puerile subject matter is propelled like Kenny’s Lamborghini by the standard HBOcommissioned excellence. It is edited and produced to the highest cinematic standards; indeed the editing (vital for good comedy) is razor-sharp. For example the opening title card is roughly 4 seconds long, but always brilliantly realized and almost always has you in hysterics.

The first series sees Kenny being forced to teach PE in his old home town, with utter disregard for the ages of his students as he openly spouts truisms about sex and drugs. The second has him down-and-out in We are introduced to congressman Francis “Frank” Underwood (Kevin Spacey), a power-hungry Democratic politician from South Carolina. He has his eye on becoming Chief of Staff and beyond. With him is his equally scheming wife Claire (Robin Wright), initially running a clean water NGO but before long we find that her ruthless instincts and lust for power are just as strong as her husbands.

NEW Box Set House of Cards USA / Netflix S1 2013, S2 2014, S3 2015, S4 Out Now Political TV shows tend to fall in to two camps – the ideological (West Wing) and most commonly, satire (Veep, In The Loop). House of Cards explores far darker territory, following one man and his wife’s Machiavellian schemes to climb the greasy pole to power in the US, all the way ultimately to the Presidency itself.

They move in circles of rival politicians (Frank sees everybody as a rival), lobbyists, lawyers and the superrich, all obsessed with their own vested interests.

Even those that have the public’s wellbeing in mind are ultimately tied to their positions of power, and the Underwood’s know this. Playing on people’s greed and instincts for self-preservation, they play those around them off against one another in an increasingly tangled web. Some become loyal servants, like Franks henchman Doug Stamper (Michael Kelly) and personal bodyguard Edward Meechum (Nathan Darrow), while opponents that don’t get out of the way meet with fatal accidents or are buried in scandal, all the while with reporters and investigators one step behind.

With its fourth season having just been aired (Netflix produce the show and release all of the episodes at once, a binge-watcher’s dream) there is of course the

There is drug use, there is nudity, the profanity is constant, a man has his eye knocked out by a baseball, the list goes on. For some it will just all be too much. I couldn’t get enough.

danger that a television show about American politics is in danger of being upstaged by reality. Coming out slap-bang in the middle of a surreal Republican nomination race, there was the danger that season four would appear out of touch and suddenly from another era.

While it doesn’t veer in to the absurdities of current US politics, it still twists and turns with some genuine upsets and great cameos. Spacey is as ever an excellent anti-hero, thoroughly watchable in a role that for some must be starting to define him in spite of an outstanding acting career. Robin Wright has never been better, stunning yet cold as ice, playing her own game as she and her husband dance around each other’s ambitions.

Season 4 is certainly getting back in to darker territory and it has returned to it’s murkier roots after seeming to become more policy / politics focused in S3. There are still moments and story threads that reflect reality – a militarized terrorist group is obviously an imitation of ISIS for example – but the show has returned to it’s strengths of drama, intrigue and just plain old evil-doing for the sake of power and money. The chilling final scene is the perfect final note in a triumphant return.

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EAT it | drink it | shop it | sleep it

Bangkok

Eat it : Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market For anyone traveling to Bangkok, another huge attraction that is often missed out is the hustle and bustle phenomenon of its floating markets.

One such place is Khlong Lat Mayom. The market comprises folk communities living along Khlong Lat Mayom. Whether it is vegetables, fruits, sweets, or other savory items, they produce all this in their own backyard. Thus, when it comes to marketing, the first thing we can experience while getting along is the friendliness of the vendors who are often ready to greet, invite us to visit or eat as well. The vendors are mostly locals selling goods on holiday.

It is said that one you are inside the Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market, you can’t forget to eat delicious grilled fish. It’s just incredible. Another highlight is the seafood dishes which are sold in several shops as you go on your food odyssey. The New Zealand mussels baked with cheese and spinach is another appetizing delicacy you will fall in love with. Overall, seafood prices are 50-150 baht per dish.

Drink it: CÉ LA VI Bangkok CÉ LA VI has become an integral part of Thailand’s high society with its launch of the luxury lifestyle entertainment brand CÉ LA VI at Sathorn Square, Bangkok. The brand aims to create a global family of glamorous, world-class dining and nightlife hotspots in key cities worldwide. Last year, the new international lifestyle brand was envisioned and launched in Singapore atop the Sky Park of Singapore’s iconic Marina Bay Sands and subsequently launched a venue on the rooftop of Hong Kong’s California Tower, the jewel of Lan Kwai Fong. Abbreviated from the French phrase, ‘C’est La Vie’ (‘This is life’), CÉ LA VI aims to become “the international titan of lifestyle and sophisticated hedonism.”

“We’re very excited to bring the CÉ LA VI experience to Bangkok. Every element has been carefully considered and orchestrated to get the crowd to lose their inhibitions and let go. Our team is solely focused on providing the highest quality of entertainment, audio-visuals, DJs and mixology; all at the top of Sathorn Square Building.” said General Manager, Denis Hemakom.

Tel: +66(0)86 804 4006 Email : edward.pasco@celavi.com

dubai

Eat it : Buddha - Bar Dubai's Most Sought After Venue Buddha-Bar fans can expect to be wowed by the stunning new interior, which takes sophistication to new heights. Indulge in a fusion of delicious flavours with an innovative new menu inspired by the cuisines of China, Japan and Thailand in the sensational restaurant, or relax at the stunning lounge bar upstairs while enjoying the selection of delicious hand-crafted cocktails, courtesy of Buddha-Bar’s expert team of mixologists. A wealth of sensory experiences awaits – colours, textures, taste, and of course, the unmistakable chill-out lounge music that owes its roots to the original Buddha Bar in Paris. Indulge friends and colleagues at this Award Winning Bar in Dubai Grosvenor House Dubai Al Sufouh Road www.buddhabar-dubai.com Drink it: The Irish Village Dubai: The traditional wooden pub is steeped in its own character and has its own story to tell.

Whether you decide to sit inside the traditional wooden pub or out on the terrace overlooking gardens and lake, let the traditional Irish music entertain you while sampling authentic meals served with a warm and friendly Irish smile - what better way of experiencing Ireland in Dubai!

Al Garhoud next to Dubai Tennis Stadium www.theirishvillage.com

shop it : Comptoir 102 Launched in 2012 by two Parisian girls, Emmanuelle Sawko and Alexandra de Montaudouin, Comptoir 102 established its legitimacy as one of the best concept stores in the city. Acclaimed by international travel guides and fashion magazines, the space has been conceived as a home -with its kitchen, lounge, garden and terrace- combining fashion, homeware and organic café.

shop it : Papaya Vintage It’s an absolute treasure trove for all things vintage you want to pamper yourself with. In fact, what it entails for you is the fact that once you are here, you will feel like Alice in Wonderland meets Ali Baba. This is a 5,000sqm warehouse across downtown Bangkok. The collection is quite impressive with an array of objects that sprawls over four floors with narrow passages and shelves choca-bloc with unique furniture and kitsch. Stunning art deco furniture rubs corners with retro Vespas, lamps, watches, and paintings of all hues. In another section, life-size figures of Batman, Green Lantern and Wolverine eyeball a collection of Ultraman standing next to a display of Star Wars memorabilia.

Browsing through the massive collection throws up plenty of surprises like the giant rabbits and a fur coat. But collector’s dream shop also has vintage gramophones and radios, disco lights, pinball machines, toys, and some unidentifiable electronic devices.

Tel : +66(0)2 539 8220 sleep it: The Tree House The Tree House is not for everyone. For your sake and ours, please read on to find out whether you and the Tree House are a compatible match: We won’t, don’t, can’t fumigate the area to get rid of insects and other local species.As we are in a tropical country, we do have mosquitoes but the gentle river breeze helps make insects less of a problem.We have beautiful outdoor showers in most of our nests, where only birds and other animals you can see. Our nests do have bamboo curtains you can pull down. We do not have air-conditioners in most of our public space but instead rely on the natural river breeze. All our nests do have small but efficient air-conditioners so you can sleep in comfort while having minimal impact on the environment.We do not have roads for cars leading to the Bangkok Tree House, the only way to access our secluded location is by foot, bike or boat.

You will love the Bangkok Tree House if you love trees, plants, exotic lizards, birds, fireflies, cicadas, butterflies and mother nature. www.bangkoktreehouse.com

The concept has soon became a favourite for healthy eating and a hidden treasure for discerning shoppers with its curated eclectic mix of fashion, interior design and furniture from around the globe.The store, nestled in the heart of old Jumeira, between sea and palm trees, is a little sanctuary away from the malls. The original building inspired from 70’s Californian villas with Moorish accents, has been entirely redesigned by the owners. www.comptoir102.com

sleep it: One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai One&Only Royal Mirage recalls the romance of old Arabia with its exquisite service. A majestic place of intricate arches and domes interspersed with courtyards, lush green lawns and towering palms.

Just minutes away from the vibrant Dubai Marina, One&Only Royal Mirage has the best of both worlds. Resting on a kilometre of private coastline nestled in 65 acres of landscaped gardens, guests can choose to relax in supreme surroundings or explore the diverse city of Dubai.

www.oneandonlyresorts.com

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Eat it : Prego

Arguably Koh Samui’s finest Italian Restaurant, Prego features both open-air and airconditioned dining areas, fully equipped bar and lounge, and a pizza station with an original wood-fired oven. Chef Marco and his team create a full and extensive Tuscan-style menu providing guests with an experience of Italy’s rich culinary heritage.

Open every day from 12:00 to midnight +66 (0)77 300 317, +66 (0)77 300 306-9 E-mail: prego.samui@amari.com

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Eat it : MOM TRI'S VILLA ROYALE Being pampered with everything royal is everyone’s long cherished desire. And Mom Tri’s Villa Royale, a beautiful boutique hotel located in Phuket is really such a perfect destination where in its kitchen amazing foods are cooked by two talented Chefs, Chef Darren and Chef Sura.You can savor Thai and international cuisine made using only the finest ingredients. When it comes to your choice of wine, you would be thrilled to know that the Wine Spectator award-winning wine cellar serves over 750 labels in the elegant Sea Shell Bar and Veranda Lounge.

Tel: +66 (0)76 333 568-74 E-mail : fb@villaroyalephuket.com

Drink it : Air Bar at INTERCONINENTAL SAMUI

BAN TALING NGAM RESORT Perched high above the Gulf of Thailand on cliffs of Taling Ngam,Air Bar is a one-of-a-kind destination cocktail lounge on Koh Samui.The hypnotic color palette of a Samui sunset and the countless shades of blue and green of the Gulf of Thailand are your backdrop as you enjoy one of Air Bar’s signature cocktails prepared by our world-class mixologists.

Accompany your drinks with delicate tapas creations or sushi and sashimi. Air Bar is a Koh Samui attraction in itself; make it your go-to for pre-dinner drinks as you watch the ballet of light, color and movement on the Gulf of Thailand. Or stop by for a nightcap and a sumptuous dessert under the stars as the lights of the pier, ships on the water and the resort twinkle below. Enjoy the most romantic sunset in Koh Samui, and tantalise your palate for romance with a refined Champagne and Caviar for two. It will be an evening of romance with the ultimate sunset view in Koh Samui that will be well and truly savoured for years to come.

Drink it: Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach Novotel Phuket Kamala Beach is a great resort to unwind this summer. Located on the west coast of Phuket on Kamala Beach, near Phuket Fantasea and about 30 minutes from Phuket International Airport, you can experience amazing views of the Andaman Sea and make the most of direct beach access, an all-day dining restaurant & roof top bar overlooking the sea, lobby bar, swim up pool bar, swimming pool, In-Balance Spa & Fitness, Kids Club, Free Parking, WiFi, complimentary shuttle service to Patong and modern conference & meeting spaces.

Tsar Caviar (50 grams) and a bottle of Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin champagne (375ml) or Moet Chandon Brut (375ml)

Tel: +66 (0)76 303 700 E-mail : H7235-RE1@accor.com

Starts from THB 5,900 per couple

HAPPY HOUR (DAILY) Receive 20% off on selected beverages.

From 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Everyday from 5:00pm – midnight Reservations by Phone : +66 (0) 7742 9100 E-mail : icsamui.rsvn@ihg.com | www.samui.intercontinental.com

shop it : Spaco

Koh Samui is the third largest island of Thailand after Koh Phuket and Koh Chang. (Koh means island.) In the past, it had the most coconuts, and had been supplying the fruits and oil extracted from them for over a hundred years. Coconuts were very important as economic crop plants, hence the island's symbol. Transportation of coconuts and coconut oil to consumers nationwide was by two freighters: PhanuRangsi and Harin ships.

They sailed from Songkhla to board passengers and goods, and carried them to Bangkok. There the goods were in turn distributed all over the country. Coconuts brought prosperity to gardeners, allowing them to send their children to Bangkok for education. Some of whom later went on to work for civil services. SamuiRenong would like to introduce Spaco, products from pure coconut oil, manufactured with selected quality coconuts of Koh Samui and loved byThais and foreigners alike living on the island. Our manufacturing processes are organic and without heat.

Mobile Phone +66(0)89 744 8335

sleep it : Hammock Samui Beach Resort

Thinking of escaping the crowds and in so doing landing somewhere which is pacifying for your heart & soul! Then just surrender to the laid-back vibe of Maenam Beach at The Hammock Samui Beach Resort. It’s a tranquil beautiful spot with powder soft sand, inviting azure sea waters with spectacular views of distant Koh Phangan on the horizon. Hammock Samui is one of the best beach resorts in Samui offering all the comforts of a resort combined with the tranquility of a secluded getaway.

Tel: +66(0)77 247 198-9 E-mail: info@hammocksamui.com

shop it : Katalina Collection Having fun on the beach is an integral part of life in Thailand. For women, it’s best to do so wearing fabulous beach wear that enhances their beauty. It’s like glowing even in the sun.

With this in mind, Katalina Collection group was formed and their mission is to give every woman a swimwear that looks great on her.

That’s why they source and test swimsuits from around the world and only accept the best looking quality brands.They want you to look stunning, whether on the beach, aboard a yacht or simply having lunch by the pool. Find us at these locations in Thailand and browse our collection online.

Tel : +66 (0)76 238 664

sleep it: Maikhao Dream Villa Resort & Spa Maikhao Dream Villa Resort and Spa, Phuket is simply a paradise enriched with 22 exquisite pool villas in a romantic tropical setting on the northwest coast of Phuket Island, blending in perfectly with Thailand's natural beauty. This Phuket resort exudes unstinting grandeur in a tranquil and natural environment where the warm turquoise sea caresses the golden sand of Maikhao Beach. It encompasses the basic luxuries of sophisticated living and rewards its guests with unforgettable memories that enable them to commit to the Truly Dream Villas.

Reservations Tel: +66 (0)76 371 321 E-mail : maikhaorsvn@maikhaodream.com

Modern approach to traditional style Mediterranean cuisine and creative Asian-inspired dishes. A festival of flavours and tastes with stunning surround sea views of Kamala bay.

Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas, Phuket 18/40 Moo 6, Layi-Nakalay Rd., Kamala, Kathu, Phuket Tel. +66 (0) 76 337300 E-mail : plum@capesienna.com | www.capesienna.com

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Samui Castello Banfi Wine Dinner at The Sheraton Samui Resort - 28th February 2016 "La Cantina" Pop Up Restaurant by W Retreat Koh Samui - Fisherman's Village - March 2016 Royal Muang Samui Villas and Cave Rai Ra Beach Spa launch daily Yoga Classes on the beach - 29th March 2016

Bangkok Chi Ultralounge Bangkok Grand Opening - 3rd March 2016 Tourism Authority of Thailand Partners to Promote Thailand as A Luxury Leisure Destination Kolour In The Park Weekender Festival - March 11th -13th 2016 O N E CO A S T

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Kata Rocks wins “Phuket’s Best Burger” competition | The Habita - Baba Chino & Baba Hot Box 4th Anniversary Pink Party at Xana Beach Club Beach Party with Super Star DJ Robin Schulz at Xana Beach Club Phuket - 4th April 2016

Phuket MontAzure Phuket sweeps all Thailand categories at Asia Pacific Property Awards Sunday Brunch at Banyan Tree Phuket | The Bay Regatta 2016 Rose Maitland Smith ( Band Ambassador for Pommery & PJ Wine ) - 18th March 2016 Beautiful Wine Pairing Dinner at Da Maurizio, Phuket

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Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital +971 2575 5155 info@falconhospital.com www.falconhospital.com Adelina Rusu www.adelinarusu.com

Amatara Resort & Wellness 84 Moo 8, Sakdidej Rd., Vichit, Cape Panwa, Phuket 83000 Thailand.

Tel: +66(0) 76 318 888 reservations.phuket@amataraphuket.com www.amataraphuket.com Andara Resort & Villas 15 Moo6, Kamala Beach, kathu Phuket 83150 Thailand reservations@andaraphuket.com www.andaraphuket.com Aquaventure, Dubai www.atlantisthepalm.com/marine-water-park/ aquaventure-waterpark Ashi Studio www.ashistudio.com Audi Dubai Exit 46, Shelkh Zayed Road, Traveling towards.

Dubai www.audi-dubai.com Audi Center Bangkok 99 Thiam Ruam Mit Rd. Huai Khwang, Bangkok . Thailand www.audi.co.th Bay Regatta www.bayregatta.com Bristol Charter Dubai dubaimarina@bristol-middleeast.com info@bristol-middleeast.com www.bristolchater.net Bristol Charter Phuket 99/19 Moo 5, Kamala, Phuket Thailand +66(0) 83 690 2490, +66(0) 85 221 4572 Phuket @bristolcharter.net, www.bristolcharter.net Brett Turner www.photographysamui.com Chi Ultralounge Bangkok, Thailand www.chiultralounge.com Citygate Exclusive Development Co.,Ltd. Kamala Phuket, Thailand +66(0) 76 385 663 sales@citygatephuket.com www.citygatephuket.com Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas Phuket 18/40 Moo6, Kamala, Kathu Phuket 83150 Thailand +66(0) 76 337 300 mice@ capesienna.com, rsvn@capesienna.com www.capesienna.com D’Ora Tokai mundu@doratokai.com www.doratokai.com

Dream Beach Club Phuket 11/7 Moo 6, Cherngtalay Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand +66(0) 76 609 888 www.dreambeachclub.com

Laguna Golf 34 Moo4, Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110, Thailand T +66 (0) 7637 2400 lagunaphuketgolf.com

Dream Phuket Hotel & Spa 11/7 Moo 6, Cherngtalay, Thalang Phuket 83110 Thailand +66(0) 76 609 888 www.dreamhotels.com/phuket

Lanvin and Alber Elbaz Emirates Tower, Shopping Bouleyard Dubai

Ducati www.ducatithailand.com www.ducati.ae Emerald Development Group Co.,Ltd. 94/25 moo7, Kathu, Phuket 83120 Thailand +66(0) 96 474 6645 info@emeraldgroup.co.th www.emeraldgroup.co.th Escape Break Beach Republic, Lamai Beach, Koh Samui +66(0) 77 458 100 samui@escapebreak.com www.escapebreak.com Estee Lauder www.esteelauder.com/makeup Four Seasons Resort Koh Samui 219 Moo5, Angthong, Koh Samui +66(0) 77 243 000 koh.samui@fourseasons.com www. kohthaikitchen.com Four Seasons Tented Camp Chiang Rai, Thailand +66(0) 53 910 200 www.fourseasons.com/GoldenTriangle Hintok River Camp Kanchanaburi, Thailand +66(0) 81 754 3898 info@hintokrivercamp.com www.hintokrivercamp.com/th/ Impiana Chaweng Noi, Koh Samui 91/2-3 Moo 3, Chaweng Noi Beach 84320 Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, Thailand Tel: +66(0) 77 448 994 E: info.ircn@impiana.com www.samuihotels.impiana.com.my Impiana Private Villas Kata Noi Phuket 10 Kata Noi Road Moo 2, Karon District Muang Phuket 83100 , Thailand +66(0)76 330 770 info.ipv@impiana.com, www.impiana.com www.phuketprivatevillas.impiana.com.my JW Marriott Hotel Dubai Restaurant +971 (0) 460 77977 jwdubaidining@marriotthotels.com www.jwmarriottdubai.com Kamu Lodge Wat Nong Village, Luangprabang, Laos. (+856) 071 253 903 info@kamulodge.com www.kamulodge.com Koh Samui Regatta www.samuiregatta.com

Mark Cross www.markcross1845.com/women Montale Paris 9/97 Sakdidej Rd, Talad Nuea Muang, Phuket 83000 Thailand +66(0) 76 540 655 asiafragrance.th@gmail.com www.asiafragrance.com Mont Azure Phuket Showroom & Development: 100/210 Moo 3 Kamala, KathuPhuket 83150 +66(0) 76 602 351 +66(0) 93 624 8800 condos@montazure.com www.montazure.com Nautilus Samui (X2 Apartment Hotel) +66(0) 82 427 4888 peter.sule@nautilussamui.com www.nautilussamui.com Nikki Beach Dubai www.nikkibeach.com Oriental Spoon Grill & Bar 106/46 Moo3, Surin Beach Cherng Taley, Phuket 83110 Thailand +66(0) 76 316 500 orientalspoon@twinpalms-phuket.com www.twinpalms-phuket.com Paradise Designs The Plaza Surin 5/50 Moo 3, Cherngthalay Thalang, Phuket 83110 Thailand +66 (0)76 271241 design@paradisephuket.com www.paradisedesigns.asia Phuket Island Radio www.phuketfmradio.com Phuket Rack Week Regatta www.phuketraceweek.com Plaza Premium Group Unit 10-12, 2/F Airport World Trade Centre, 1 Sky Plaza Road, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, Hong Kong T: +(852) 3960 1300 sales@plaza-network.com www.plazapremiumgroup.com Plum Restaurant Cape Sienna Hotel & Villas Phuket 18/40 Moo6, Kamala, Kathu Phuket 83150 Thailand +66(0) 76 337 300 plum@capesienna.com www.capesienna.com/plum.html Robert Wun Studio 90 De Beauyair Road, London www.robertwun.com

Samujana 63/154 Moo5, Koh Samui +66(0) 80 878 9034 www.samujana.com, reservations@samujana.com Saturdays Condo Phuket Saiyuan-kata Rd., Phuket +66(0) 99 149 5900 sales1@theattitudeclub.com www.theattitudeclub.com/saturdayscondo Seara Sports Systems Muang District, Phuket +66(0) 76 304 307-8 Phuket@searasports.com, www.searasports.com Sheraton Samui Resort 86 Moo 3 Chaweng Noi Beach, Koh Samui, Bophut, Suratthani. 84320 Thailand +66(0) 77 422 020 reservation.kohsamui@sheraton.com www.sheratonsamui.com Silk Restaurant & Bar Kamala Beach, Phuket Thailand +66(0) 76 338 777 #680 www.silkphuket.com Sir Bani Yas Island www.sirbaniyasisland.com Sugar Hut Resort and Restaurant 391/38 Moo 10 Tabphaya Rd., Pattaya City, Chonburi 20260 Tel: 038-251686, 038-251687 sugarhut@sugar-hut.com natt@ysisasia.com www.sugar-hut.com The Nai Harn Phuket 23/3 Moo1, Vises Rd, Rawai, Muang, Phuket 83130 Thailand, +66(0) 76 380 200 www.thenaiharn.com The Surin Phuket Pansea beach, 118 Moo 3, Choengtalay Talang, Phuket 83110 Thailand +66(0) 77 316 400 hotel@thesurinphuket.com, www.thesurinphuket.com Twinpalms Phuket 106/46 Moo 3, Surin Beach Road, Cherng Talay, Phuket 83110, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 7631 6500 book@twinpalms-phuket.com www.twinpalms-phuket.com Vana Belle, A Luxury Collection Resort Koh Samui 9/99 Moo 3, Chaweng Noi, Koh Samui +66(0) 77 915 555 www.vanabellekohsamui.com Wadi Adventure www.wadiadventure.ae Warrant Satt Creative Director of Lather Lace Iron Collections warrent.satt@number3mag.com www.nuber3mag.com Wild Wadi, Dubai www.jumeirah.com/en/hotels-resorts/dubai/ wild-wadi Yas World Abu Dhabi www.yaswaterworld.com

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A REFINED AND TIMELESS EXPERIENCE AWAITS AT SAMUJANA

Samujana is positioned in the most sought-after location on Koh Samui.

Perfectly perched on a hillside overlooking a coral cove; the all pool, award-winning villas each offer complete privacy, uninterrupted sea views and direct beach access.

The villas offer between three to eight luxurious en-suite bedrooms and are ideal for families, friends, couples, bespoke weddings and glamorous events.

Koh Samui’s most expansive, boutique villa estate.

Reservations: reservations@samujana.com +66 (0) 77 423 465 Events: events@samujana.com www.samujana.com O N E CO A S T

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