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Contents P R OV I D I N G T H E F I N E S T FA B R I C S F O R T H E F I N E S T H OT E L S I N T H E W O R L D JANUARY–MARCH 2016 With the beginning of the new year, now is the time to create good habits for a healthy way ahead. To get the most out of life, Ascott Living helps you to decide on the best places to go 12 Wellness Shenzen Heng An Xing Textile Science & Technology Limited | Tel: +86 755 25126000 Website: www.haxgroup.com | E-mail: [email protected] | Fax: +86 755 25120680 Cover Photo: Getty Images Photos: Getty Images (Yoga); Corbis (Dune buggies); Stock Food/Click Photos (Soup) Illustration: The Illustration Room’s Maya Beus With over $10 billion spent on yoga products in the US alone, this age-old practice is gaining popularity year on year 14 Cover Story Marvel at the towering glass of modern structures and cool down from the heat in the dusty souks and alleyways of tradition. We look at the glamorous Gulf appeal of Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Manama and Riyadh 04 World At A Glance 26 Tipple Top tips for five cities of fun. In this issue we’ll guide you around Busan, Frankfurt, Makati, Muscat and Xi’an Tequila, once the much maligned shot of choice, is attracting new converts across the world. We look at the trendy appeal of this Mexican cactus liquor 08 Table Talk 11 Shopping 09 Stop Off 22 Events Moreton Bay bugs, the succulent Australian crustaceans, are beloved by both locals and expat Antipodeans alike Don’t be stuck in transit, whether it’s a few hours or a night and a day, we have some great hints on getting the most out of London One person’s rubbish is another’s treasure. Ascott Living helps you seek out vintage finds, with our guide to antiques From motor racing to tennis, we give you the lowdown on the best sporting events across the globe in the coming year 28 Big Bite Ascott Living looks at the dishes that warm heart and soul and how to recreate them, wherever you are in the world ASCOTT LIVING 01