insight - Prateep Rodpai
Occupation - Khon Mask Maker
Prateep Rodpai is one of Thailand’s last traditional Khon mask makers, handcrafting them from a simple workshop in the north of Bangkok.
three great places - Melbourne
Each month, a resident self-confessed foodie offers three exemplary places to dine. Rachel Lebihan explores Melbourne. Melbourne’s laneways are a navigational challenge for those unfamiliar with the city’s topological charm. Add to that Melbourne’s penchant for unnamed venues and nondescript entrances, and finding a stellar restaurant can be tricky. Remove the uncertainty by heading to these winning food destinations.
Hai Ba Trung Street, Ho Chi Minh City
Amateur chef Sandy Fletcher regularly leaves her high-profile finance job in Hong Kong for Vietnam, where she can shop in the markets and boutiques for the freshest ingredients and culinary inspiration.
Ayana Resort and Spa, Bali
Bali is famed for its spa and wellness retreats, but Ayana Resort and Spa, Bali’s clifftop location and spa villas set on a jutting rock face make it the ultimate spa destination.
luxe - Marina Bay Sands Resort
Marina Bay Sands comprises three hotel towers crowned by the magnificent Sands SkyPark. Overlooking the city on one side and the sea on the other, views from this blockbuster building are spectacular.
weekend away - Phuket
Commonly described as the ‘Pearl of the South’, Phuket offers some of the finest beaches in Asia, spectacular limestone towers, a sophisticated hospitality industry, and excellent opportunities for golf, sailing, snorkelling, and diving.
100th Destination Launch
From Abu Dhabi to Aleppo
Qatar Airways celebrates the launch of its 100th destination
With the launch of Qatar Airways’ new route to Aleppo – its 100th destination – Oryx looks back at some milestones since the start of services in 1994, while celebrating some of the world’s mostvibrant, invigorating, and fascinating cities that are now important parts of the airline’s network.
property - Indian Luxury
India’s luxury properties offer a balance of scenic setting and city living.
