Gabriel Leigh
Taiwan’s turning tide
Under the leadership of a progressive mayor, Kaohsiung in the south of Taiwan is no longer the neglected sibling of the capital Taipei. With its harbour being redeveloped and refreshed infrastructure within the city,…
Africa/Middle East
The Houston to Angola flight path, the art-loving tycoon Shafik Gabr and Mauritius's big business ambitions.
Inventory no. 61
This month, the natural world brings wood, leather and rare essences to the fore and creates unexpected combinations with chocolate-and-caramel tea and a vodka that starts life with a cow.
Different class
When it comes to inspiring new ventures, staying true to an idea is key. We’ve searched hotels, restaurants and remote islands to learn lessons from those achieving success by doing things their own way.
Pacific fleet: Fiji Airways
Fiji's national carrier returns to its roots, rebranding from Air Pacific to Fiji Airways. An upgraded fleet of Airbus A330s shows the airline is also focused on the future.
Asia
New flights from Tokyo to Yangon, why the French are lighting up Cambodia, and Japan gets creative.
A closer look at Chengdu
Investment from Beijing and abroad has brought a boom to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province. Monocle visits the city to gauge its progress.
Travel Top 50 2012/2013
From helpful hotel staff to a great room view, every detail counts. In our annual survey, Monocle’s editors select 50 exceptional things from our travels that made an experience truly great.
Less is more
Monocle tours Korean Air’s A380, a new milestone for the company. Its interior design proves simple is best, while premium classes put the spark back into travel.
Captains on the seas
With over 200 inhabited islands, Maldivian Air Taxi provides an essential service to tourists and islanders. The Maldives’ premier island-hopping service relies on seaplanes, where the only onboard luxury required is the view.
