The leading magazine for the corporate traveller. We aim to save you money and make your travelling life easier. Each edition has the latest news from airlines, airports, hotels and car hire companies, reviews of the latest gadgets, technology and accessories and destinations pieces - where to stay, what to eat, what to see, and how to behave, all delivered by our own writers and journalists around the world. In addition, loyalty programs are examined, deals and promotions collected and feature stories cover a wide range of issues such as health, security, technology, golf, automotive and finance. With editorial staff based in our offices around the globe we are uniquely placed to ensure that our different editions reflect the needs of our readers locally.
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Business Traveller Asia-Pacific
Invitation to Isan • Head east to discover the treats waiting in Thailand’s largest region
UPFRONT
FLIGHT NEWS • Who's up and who's down
WHAT’S TRENDING IN MACAO • The former Portuguese colony, now a hub of glamour and luxury, is also Asia’s premier MICE destination
DON’T MISS: MEETINGS BEYOND IMAGINATION
AIR MILES
WIN A FREE HOTEL STAY IN TAIPEI
New Malaysia Airlines amenity kits
HOT DEALS
WELLNESS IN WANCHAI • Hong Kong’s vibrant Wan Chai district offers a plethora of wellness options and green spaces Hong where the ’s vibrant business Wan traveller Chai district can relax offers the a body plethora and of mind
STAR LETTER PRIZE
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Meetings above the clouds • China World Summit Wing, Beijing, offers the perfect high-altitutde location to host your meeting or wedding in the Chinese capital
HANOI'S RISE • Vietnam’s capital brims with a youthful, optimistic energy as the country’s economy surges ahead
COOL MOVES • In less than a decade, Australia’s capital has managed to evolve from 'no go' to ‘creative cool’. How has it done it?
MOTORING AHEAD • With its diverse economy and strong local workforce, Chennai is proving to be a draw for foreign investors
Phnom Penh • Cambodia’s capital is a lively thrum of markets, temples and unrivalled people watching
UNIQUE ESCAPES • Luxury resort guests are looking for more immersive experiences at their destination
THE SINGAPORE CHANGI LOUNGE GUIDE • A guide to some of our favourite lounges in Singapore Changi Airport
FUELLING CHANGE • As the news on global warming heats up, making the airline industry more sustainable is a growing priority
THE INDUSTRY IN NUMBERS
BARS OF BEIJING • The Chinese capital’s hotels offer a host of high-class drinking establishments
The ‘b’ word • The bleisure concept of mixing work and pleasure has never been more popular, but is it a phenomenon only for younger travellers?
Happy returns • Investing ethically isn’t always straightforward but there are ways to reap rewards with a clear conscience
Singapore Airlines A350-900 Ultra Long Range (ULR) • NEW YORK-SINGAPORE
BEST FOR... • The superb, tireless service, and the comfort of the “flip” seat.
New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
BEST FOR… • Great F&B options and all-round convenience and comfort.
Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok
BEST FOR… • Huge, well-equipped rooms in a quiet neighbourhood.
How to... Travel Sustainably • Corporate travel is often criticised for its heavy carbon footprint. Frequent long-haul flights, hotel stays and ground transport cannot help but take their toll, but there are ways to reduce your environmental impact.
