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Set on 104 acres and 500 metres of private beachfront surrounded by the Langkawi Islands, it is far enough away to feel private, but not so far away to feel isolated. read more >
Secret Valley Escape lives up to its name. Not even Google Maps can find this place. But for those seeking peace and quiet, the extra effort is well rewarded. read more >
They say no idea is original – that must be Hollywood's excuse, as 2011 has taken the bland cake with a record number of sequels to be released this year. read more >
It seems no one has time to smell the roses which is why New York-based author Gretchen Rubin decided to slow down and embark on a year-long quest to be happier. read more >
A new piece of research lends double meaning to the phrase ‘straighten up and fly right’. Your posture could help you land that job in the new year. read more >
TRAVEL
My island home: a Malaysian escapeOverseas girls trip. Cue an onslaught of emotions: from apprehension...
A retreat to peace and quiet: Secret Valley Escape
Secret Valley Escape lives up to its name. Not even Google Maps can find this...
A feast in their own backyard
For Rodney Dunn and Séverine Demanet, bringing home the bacon is a...
HEALTH & FITNESS
An experiment in boosting your happinessIt seems no one has time to smell the roses which is why New York-based...
Looking to get ahead in business? Watch your posture
For those seeking a new job in the New Year, there’s the standard...
End of the footy season – five replacement sports to ease the pain
Sports season, for the footy fanatics, is over for the year. In 2010's...
EAT & DRINK
On tap – Pocket BarJust be yourself. It’s what mothers have advised for years – and...
A Slice of Orange
If you’re after a slice of Orange, no doubt Lisa Lovick can help you...
On tap – Absinthe Salon
Even before ringing the doorbell of the unassuming terrace house, one can...
STYLE
Cine-style – 2011 sets record for most sequelsThey say no idea is original – that must be Hollywood's excuse, as 2011...
Behind the Oroton brand
From the 60s to today – Oroton’s gold mesh accessories have stood...
Cine-style – Can Harry Potter KO Darth Vader?
Movie fans – it’s a sad day when an epic trilogy’s rightful...
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