The Luxe Lens

 As 2025 draws to a close, INNSiDE by Meliá Bangkok Sukhumvit is embracing the festive spirit with delectable Spanish menus, buffet feasts and a sky-high countdown party, all set against panoramic views of Bangkok’s skyline. The 208-room urban lifestyle hotel, which has been recognised by the prestigious Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 as among the Thai capital’s top four hotels, will present its “Feliz Festiva” program from Dec. 1, 2025 to Jan. 1, 2025.   The hotel, which debuted in 2023 in Bangkok’s vibrant On Nut neighbourhood, has quickly become known for its transparent infinity pool, authentic rooftop Spanish tapas bar, integrated co-working spaces and contemporary design referencing some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar serves four weeks of festive Spanish dishes  Perched on the hotel’s uppermost floors – the 33rd and 34th floors – LUZ Bangkok Tapas Bar will mark the season to be jolly with a rotating “Special Spanish ...

  Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor has welcomed a new artist in residence ahead of the launch of a new exhibition of artworks, as the iconic 93-year-old luxury hotel in Siem Reap, Cambodia continues to spotlight talented Khmer creatives. Teang Borin, popularly known as ‘DinArt’, is an audacious, self-taught artist whose work captures and exalts the essence of Cambodia’s rich religious and societal heritage. His latest exhibition, inspired by the majesty of Khmer royalty and the distinguished colour palette of the Raffles Royal Doorman, features vivid, brilliant hues often set against a stark backdrop. “The central concept revives the historical tradition of Khmer royalty, specifically focussing on the Royal Guards’ pantaloons. Historically, the colour of a king’s attire would change to correspond with the day of the week—a vibrant, visual reminder of the calendar and its spiritual significance,” said curator Nat Di Maggio of the local Tribe Art Gallery. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor wil...

  The Straits Wine Company (Straits Wine) is proud to announce the launch of its series of monthly ‘Art and Wine’ appreciation events across its outlets, designed to attract younger, novice wine drinkers by making both wine and art accessible, experiential, and fun. This move, alongside a range of other new initiatives to be launched, follows the acquisition of the 19-year-old wine retailer and distributor by Santero & Oliva Group Holdings, a vineyard owner with several lifestyle businesses across the globe. ‘Art and Wine’ was introduced on a trial basis in June, September, and October this year and was very well received by a younger audience, earning rave reviews. Its sold-out trials reinforced the company’s new and refreshed direction to make wine more accessible and engaging. According to the new owner’s analysis of shifting wine trends, evidenced by their vineyards’ performance and innovations in the winemaking industry, The Straits Wine Company was certain that a large gr...

In an era where the pursuit of wellness often feels commodified, Hearterra emerges as a refreshing reminder that self-care, at its truest form, is an act of the heart. Rooted in nature and guided by purpose, this Malaysian-born wellness brand transcends the typical apothecary model — blending artisanal craftsmanship, mindfulness, and philanthropy into a sensorial journey of holistic harmony. A Philosophy of Wholeness At Hearterra, wellness is not a fleeting indulgence, but a way of life — one that honours the balance between body, mind, and spirit. Founded on the belief that healing begins within, the brand curates essential oil blends and lifestyle rituals that nurture emotional and physical equilibrium. “Our approach has always been about creating harmony,” shares the team behind Hearterra. “We don’t just want our clients to feel good — we want them to feel connected: to themselves, to nature, and to the world around them.” Every product — from the delicate roll-ons to the sensorial ...

 Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced orders for 65 additional Boeing 777-9 aircraft, powered by GE 9X engines, worth US$ 38 billion at list prices, on the opening day of Dubai Airshow 2025. This takes the airline’s total orderbook with Boeing to 315 widebody aircraft, comprising 270 Boeing 777Xs, 10 Boeing 777 freighters, and 35 Boeing 787s; and its orderbook with GE Aerospace for GE9X engines to a total of 540 units including the 130 additional units signed today. This is a massive long-term commitment to US aerospace manufacturing, generating support for hundreds of thousands of high value manufacturing jobs in the US over the life of the programmes. Emirates’ latest agreement with Boeing also provides strong backing for Boeing’s feasibility study to develop the 777-10, a larger variant of its 777X family, with the airline signing up for options to convert its latest 777-9 order into the 777-10 or the 777-8. HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, C...

 Emirates will deploy Starlink Wi-Fi across its entire in-service fleet, beginning with Boeing 777 aircraft in November 2025 and completing the rollout by mid-2027. The complimentary, ultra-fast service delivers ground-quality internet at cruising altitude, reinforcing the airline's long-standing commitment to industry-leading inflight connectivity. Starlink connectivity will enable Emirates customers to stream content, game, make calls, work, and browse social media throughout their journey on both seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. This seamless integration delivers connected experiences at scale across all cabin classes. Emirates plans to install Starlink on all its in-service fleet – comprising 232 aircraft in the next two years. The airline has already equipped its first aircraft with Starlink on A6-EPF, the Boeing 777-300ER currently on display at the Dubai Airshow, where visitors can experience high-speed connectivity firsthand while on the ground. The fir...