OUT OF THIS WORLD WITH BILL BENSLEY Creative genius Bill Bensley lives one half of his life in imagination and the other in reality. ‘Escapism’, his recent design tome, showcases bits of lifetime work; minifesting the fact that the hotel designer has no problem...
PHUKET’S UNEXPECTED AND COOL CHECK IN SPOTS When Phuket’s sea and sun beckons, it’s hard to ignore the call. Yet the resort island’s fun alternative lies in its rich history. So get o the sand for a little bit and explore its other cultural cool. Photos Permboon...
SAMUI TRIPPIN’ Spread across the dazzling turquoise waters of Samui Island are splendid escapes and unknown activities that’s juat a hop and a skip away. Once you get there, exploration may simply require some rowing. For outdoor explorers, it’s a virtual paradise of...
ENDING ON A HIGH NOTE The tradition of Chinese opera performances is fading in Thailand as the descendants of Chinese immigrants, many of whom don’t speak Chinese, lose interest in this art form. Audiences are growing smaller and older but the shows remain as...
PHNOM PENH LONG WEEKEND Once a city interrupted, Phnom Penh now shines with fast-expanding urbanisation and style. In a 3-day weekend, the keen eyes of a writer note major and dramatic transitions in captivating traditional sights and a plugged-in culture. Words:...
DRESSING THE PART An international costume designer lets us in on his world of dressing the stars with India as teh guiding light for inspiration – from outfitting the cast of a new Broadway production in New York to muppets in a crime comedy. Words: Marion...
