4 LIFES TYLE+TRAVEL | IS SUE 10 3 | VOL UME 3 | OCT - DEC 20 23 10 CONCIERGE Keep yourself informed with the festival updates, regional announcements, on the ground and up on high. 20 THE BUZZ 22 A NEW CHAPTER OF WELLNESS ON KHAO LAK Discover the allure of health and wellness destinations on Khao Lak, in the southern province of Phang Nga. 26 COME FLY MYAIRLINE 15 P. 36 P. COME SPA WITH ME: 28 JARA SPA 30 ANANTARA SPA CHIANG MAI 32 TROPICAL RETREAT SPA BY OASIS SPA 34 ANANTARA SPA KOH SAMUI 36 THE SPOTLIGHT: PECK PALITCHOKE56 THE FEAST COME DINE WITH ME: 58 THE SERVICE 1921 60 PRU 62 JAMPA 64 ANDAZ PATTAYA JOMTIEN BEACH 66 BISCAY RESTAURANT 68 PRAYA DINING 70 THE JOURNEY 72 AROUND AUSTRIA IN EMPRESS SISI'S FOOTSTEPS The global Netflix hit series The Empress has rekindled interest in Empress Elisabeth of Austria and her tumultuous life. Now that Season Two is on its way, let us take you on a journey throughout Austria in the footsteps of the empress and queen. 78 A TRUE TASTE OF KUALA LUMPUR Kuala Lumpur, a multi-cultural hub which intertwines modern flair and Malaysia, is undoubtedly growing to become one of the most vibrant cities of South-East Asia. 84 COME SLEEP WITH ME 86 THE W-OW FACTOR Luxury, relaxation and pampering are what travellers tend to want the most when seeking an ideal vacation spot, and all are offered in abundance at W Hotel Samui. 88 TRAVEL BACK IN TIME TO OLDE-WORLDE SIAM Step back in time to enchanting olde-worlde Siam, immerse yourself in a bygone ambience where you will truly feel the architecture, cuisine and culture of life a century ago. 90 CITY SCENERY Tucked in amongst the skyscrapers of Kuala Lumpur, Amari Kuala Lumpur offers a vibrant and inclusive city-centre hotel that caters to business and leisure travellers alike. 92 SUPERIOR COMFORT IN THE NORTH A second home to work, cook, dine and lay your head that’s also supported by extensive hotel facilities next door, Anantara Chiang Mai Serviced Suites offers superior comfort and convenience in this northern city. 96 P. 94 FABULOUS FAMILY RETREAT Introducing the recently-unveiled Best Western Plus Carapace Hotel Hua Hin, a stylish resort nestled on the pristine shore of Khao Tao in Hua Hin! 96 TROPICAL SANCTUARY ON DREAMY SAMUI Unwind in tropical tranquillity with unforgettable moments at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort – whether you are seeking time in the sun to reenergise, a romantic getaway with your beloved or a sanctuary to sooth your soul, this is a perfect island getaway. 98 NEXT DESTINATION: KASHIMA Only a short ride from Narita International Airport, Kashima awaits to impress each and every visitor with its sacredness, and tranquil ambience. 72 P. 56 EDITOR’S NOTE In the very first issue of Lifestyle+Travel that hit the stands 20 years ago, Peter Myers, then the Editor- in-Chief, wrote: “Aiming to provide authentic and insightful angles on a host of leisure and travel pursuits in both ‘new’ and ‘tried and tested’ locations all around the world, but with a special focus on the Asia Pacific region, Lifestyle+Travel is committed to honest, unbiased coverage, and hopes only to inspire, provoke and educate”. 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