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Gansu, China is Lonely Planet’s best place to visitGlobal travel authority Lonely Planet has today revealed its 2017 Best in Asia list – an agenda-setting collection of the continent’s 10 best destinations to visit in the year ahead.

For this second-annual Best in Asia list, Lonely Planet’s in-house Asia experts have named “blissfully well-connected” yet “underrated and relatively crowd-free” Gansu, China as the number-one destination; while the urban scene South of Tokyo, Japan is in second place; and Northern Kerala, India, “emerging slowly like a butterfly from a chrysalis”, comes in at number three.

“Asia is such a vast and diverse continent for anyone dreaming of an escape,” Lonely Planet’s Asia-Pacific Media Spokesperson Chris Zeiher says. “Our experts have combed through thousands of recommendations to pick the best destinations to visit over the next 12 months.”

“From Astana in Kazakhstan, to Xi’an in China,” Chris says, “this is a line-up to inspire a multitude of travellers – whether they’re based in Asia, or maybe they’ve already visited some of the region’s heavy-hitting destinations.”

Lonely Planet’s Best in Asia 2017 is available online, with accompanying articles to each destination, at lonelyplanet.com/best-in-asia.

Lonely Planet’s Best in Asia 2017

1. Gansu, China“Blissfully well-connected thanks to high-speed rail services and upgraded highways, and a new metro will ease traffic in provincial capital, Lanzhou, when it opens this year … Gansu’s crown jewel and world-class Buddhist art site, the Mogao Grottoes, received a huge upgrade in 2015, but – just like the entire region – remains underrated and relatively crowd-free.”

2. South of Tokyo, JapanWith Japan currently on many travellers’ bucket lists, “two cities south of Tokyo are well worth making time for Yokohama … is just a 20-minute train journey from the capital and packs considerable appeal with its bayside location, eclectic architecture, microbreweries and tasty cuisine…Less than an hour from Tokyo, classy seaside town Kamakura is known for its surfing scene, but

also offers a tempting selection of relaxed cafes and restaurants …”

3. Northern Kerala, India“Northern Kerala has long been the underrated half of the state, concealing its backwater charms and emerging slowly like a butterfly from a chrysalis. 2017 marks India’s 70th year of independence and the opening of a new international airport in Kannur – Kerala’s largest – which will provide an easy introduction to the north. The beaches around Kannur, Thottada and Bekal are pristine…”

4. Keong Saik Road, Singapore“Once a crime-riddled red-light district, Keong Saik Road has reinvented itself to become the poster-child for hip ‘New Singapore’. Behind the beautiful colonial and art-deco buildings you’ll discover the best of Singapore’s famed dining scene … fabulous rooftop views and super-slick cocktail bars … draw a trendy crowd, and you can sleep it all off in a boutique hotel room…”

5. Astana, Kazakhstan“From mid-June to mid-September 2017, Astana will host the World Expo on the subject of sustainable energy. And as of 2017, citizens of 45 countries may visit Kazakhstan without a visa for up to 30 days. Furthermore, the introduction of LTR (light rail transit) and improvements to the existing bus network are making a visit to this modern, cosmopolitan city even easier.”

6. Takayama, Japan“The time to treasure Takayama is now … Secluded in the mountainous Hida region of central Japan, Takayama is a place where Japanese history and tradition flourish in the 21st century …The Hida region has … come into the spotlight anew following the success of the 2016 blockbuster film Your Name (Kimi no Na Wa) – history’s highest grossing anime feature – as devoted fans have made the Hida region a pilgrimage destination for location spotting.”

7. Xi’an, China“Xi’an’s diverse heritage is supreme … And then there’s the biggie: the Army of Terracotta Warriors, celebrating 30 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Xi’an is vast, but a relaxed tempo reigns and recent openings have boosted an already superb accommodation market; throw in a crop of new bars and cafes plus the 72-hour visa-free

policy and there’s never been a better time to visit.”

8. Sri Lanka’s Hill CountrySri Lanka may be “so hot right now”, but Lonely Planet recommends getting ahead of (and away from) the pack by taking “a scenic train to Sri Lanka’s idyllic Hill Country for a wonderfully temperate escape from the nation’s humid coasts …This tropical isle is endowed with a mountainous interior that is every bit as scenic as the coast, blessed by pleasantly cool temperatures that rarely tip 21ºC.”

9. Melaka City, Malaysia“Boat rides along the meandering Melaka River are popular and soon water taxis will connect Melaka Sentral bus station with downtown. Check out the waterfront gallery space Zheng He Duo Yun Zuan … or rummage for souvenirs at the Trash & Treasure flea market … Then head to the Shore Shopping Gallery … where the rooftop Sky Tower provides panoramic views across this alluring metropolis.”

10. Raja Ampat, Indonesia“Packed with white-sand beaches, lush jungle and unusual mushroom-shaped islets, Raja Ampat is a biological hotspot … home to some of the richest, most diverse coral reefs on the planet – over 200 diving spots are still pristine – and this, paired with a growing ecotourism offering, means Raja Ampat will no doubt remain king of the islands.”

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Kauri Cliffs voted “#1 Resort in Australia & New Zealand”

The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is the number one hotel in Australia & New Zealand, as voted by Travel + Leisure readers in the publication’s World’s Best Awards 2017The prestigious accolade was announced overnight by the US-based magazine, which is considered one of the world’s leading travel publications.

With this most recent award coming more than 15 years after Kauri Cliffs first opened, it stands as a testament to the enduring style and timeless elegance of this much-loved New Zealand lodge.

Since opening to international acclaim in 2001, Kauri Cliffs has set a benchmark for a relaxed and laid-back style of authentic luxury that is both quintessentially New Zealand, yet sophisticated and world-class in the overall experience.

Starting with a dream location and idyllic property just north of the Bay of Islands, the Robertson family delivered on their vision to create a destination lodge that delivers enriching experiences that showcase the stunning region it inhabits.

Guests at Kauri Cliffs can discover the remarkable Northland coast by helicopter with chartered and group flights travelling over the Bay of Islands, north to Cape Reinga or across to Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest.

This unique opportunity to see some of New Zealand’s most beautiful coastal and island scenery draws discerning travellers from around the world.

Add to the offering the ability to hook a snapper from one of the lodges three private beaches, to enjoy a gourmet private barbeques on the lodge’s stunning pink beach, to play the world-ranked golf course and to savour Relais & Chateaux food and wine offerings, and Kauri Cliffs is a complete package.

“To be named the number one resort, particularly in a country like New Zealand where the ‘luxury lodge’ phenomenon was born and the accommodation bar is set high, says a lot about the experience at Kauri Cliffs,” said Euan Taylor, Chief Operating Officer. “We offer a very personal, warm and tailored style of hospitality where guests really do come first, and it is a heartfelt honour to the entire team to be recognised as Number One across Australia and New Zealand.” Kauri Cliffs is the flagship and first in what is now a trio of leading New Zealand lodges owned by New York-based financier and philanthropist Julian H. Robertson and family. After the success of Kauri Cliffs, the Robertsons built sister lodge, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers, which opened in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand in 2007. They later purchased an existing South Island lodge on the banks of Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown, and after an extensive rebuild and renovation Matakauri Lodge was opened to acclaim in 2010. Robertson and his late wife Josie have a long love affair with New Zealand, first moving here for a sabbatical year in the late 1970’s.

Some sixteen years later, when Robertson was offered for purchase the 5000-acre sheep and cattle property that is now Kauri Cliffs, he and the family didn’t hesitate. Building The



Lodge at Kauri Cliffs took long-term vision and was a true labour of love for the Robertson family. In planning, designing and building the main lodge, accommodation suites and the golf course, every detail was carried through with a perfectionist’s eye. Josie Robertson worked in close collaboration with designer Virginia Fisher on all aspects of the exterior and interior design. Legendary golf course designer David Harman travelled to the property a reputed 46 times from his business base in Orlando, Florida to ensure that the Kauri Cliffs’ course was absolute world class. The result speaks for itself. Travel + Leisure’s 2017 World’s Best Award – Number One Resort in New Zealand and Australia; The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs is timeless, classic and much loved by guests from New Zealand and around the world. In somewhat of a trifecta, Kauri Cliffs’ sister properties, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers and Matakauri Lodge were also named in the Top 5 Resorts in Australia & New Zealand, at #2 (Cape Kidnappers), and #5 Matakauri Lodge. The trio are the only New Zealand properties in the top five.

Gloriana, The Outstanding Royal Barge Of Hm Queen Elizabeth IIGloriana is a 90-foot-long (27 m) British royal barge. She was privately commissioned as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth II for her Diamond Jubilee, and was the lead vessel in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant on 03 June 2012.

The idea for a waterborne tribute to the Queen for her Diamond Jubilee came from her eldest son, Charles, Prince of Wales, and Lord Sterling.

A former Executive Chairman and now Life President of P&O Cruises, Lord Sterling not only help fund the project but also managed it. The estimated £1.5m construction cost of the project was completely privately funded.

Gloriana was presented to the Queen and Her Majesty named the Royal Rowbarge ‘Gloriana’ as a lasting legacy to mark her Diamond Jubilee.Her Majesty asked that Gloriana be retained by a new charitable trust with assistance from Thames Alive and has decreed that Gloriana will be used to promote better use of the Thames. This will be achieved through providing opportunities for Royal-supported, and other charities, to play their part in occasions and celebrations upon the Thames, with a particular emphasis on events involving young people.

Gloriana is powered by 18 oarsmen and two electric inboard engines, and can carry an additional 34 passengers and crew. The design is inspired by Canaletto’s London paintings of 18th-century barges.

Construction began in November 2011. The team responsible consisted of naval architects and the build team was led by master-builder Mark Edwards of Richmond Bridge Boathouses, who was later awarded an MBE, for services to boatbuilding, heritage and the Diamond Jubilee.

The barge is built of wood using traditional methods and includes flooring from sweet chestnut trees from Prince Charles’s estate.

The Queen officially named her on 25 April 2012, during a visit to re-open the restored Cutty Sark in Greenwich.

Gloriana was the lead vessel in the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant, a parade of over 1,000 boats and ships down the River Thames in London, organised as part of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Among the 18 rowers were Olympic gold medallists Sir Steve Redgrave and Sir Matthew Pinsent.

One million spectators watched from the banks of the Thames. The pageant was broadcast live on TV around the world.

Gloriana led members of the Royal Family other than the Queen and her husband Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who were aboard the 210-foot-long (64 m) MV Spirit of Chartwell, a motorised barge.

During the Diamond Jubilee pageant Gloriana carried eight flags, those of the four home nations: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the flag of the City of London, the flag of Cornwall, the flag of the Royal House of Stewart and the flag of Tudor King Henry VIII.

Gloriana also carried the Olympic Flame on the River Thames on 27 July 2012.

The Gloriana is currently based in St Katharine Docks, London, where she is kept and prepared for use.

During the summer months, the barge can often be observed travelling between Central London and Henley on Thames, powered by its inboard motors. I saw the Royal Barge pass me-by during lunch at a riverside restaurant this week. It was a splendid sight.

The author, Andrew J. Wood, is a well-travelled travel writer and former hotelier. UK-born Andrew is a Skålleague, with over 35 years of hospitality and travel experience. He is a former Director of Skål International (SI); National President SI THAILAND; President of SI BANGKOK; and is currently Director of Public Relations, Skål International Bangkok. He is a regular guest lecturer at various universities in Thailand including Assumption University’s Hospitality School and most recently the Japan Hotel School in Tokyo.




Was museum selfie crash of crowns staged?A spectacular accident at a Los Angeles art gallery, in which a tourist taking a selfie knocks down a row of valuable crowns on pedestals – they go down like a set of dominos – is racking up views on social media as people watch USD 200,000 of damage happening in three seconds.

A YouTube clip of the event, under the title ‘Selfie Domino’ had garnered about 3.5 million views by last night.

Simon Birch, a Hong Kong-based British multimedia artist, has been displaying his immersive exhibition at the 14th Factory pop-up gallery in Los Angeles. He set it up with 20 creative collaborators and one


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exhibit features a series of crowns on pedestals.

All was well, until woman got a bit too close to the art while taking a selfie and … wham, crash!

Birch estimated the damage at about USD 200,000, according to the New York Times.

The paper admitted however that “it is possible this was staged” as the video ends with a plug: “The rest of The 14th Factory is one of its kind. …. Go visit before it closes end of July (or before a few more pieces break).”

But in an email to the New York Times, Birch insisted it was a real accident.

While many museums encourage selfies, as a way to involve audiences with artworks, some have banned selfie sticks. In the case of the crowns, no selfie stick was involved.

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