Weekendin Singapore Nov '13 | Issue 08 | Page 8

editor’s note L Stop. Travel. Live. Looking for a laid-back escape? Here are some delightful spots, where beachfront restaurants, stylish hotels, and scenic hiking trails are all within reach. Thank God for holiday leave—the opportunity to a new adventure. Celebrated in movies and songs, holidays loom large in the imagination. It seduces us with the heady possibilities of recreation, relaxation, and romance. It is our eagerly anticipated escape valve, a release from the daily grind. For some city dwellers, the allure of a nearby beach or a house in the country is irresistible. Yet over time, even that can become monotonous. Every so often, we need to get away from the usual, without making it seem like work. That’s where Weekendin strives to fill you in. Our Holiday feature brings you wonderful destinations—our discoveries range from 5-star golf resorts in Nova Scotia (the second smallest province in Canada), to being completely out of touch with the western world in Fez, Morocco. We’ve found 18 great destinations that I’m sure will be saved to your bucket list, if you haven’t already been there. Yes! Another Christmas is coming upon us, and it is time to deck the halls with boughs of holly. For those eager to get a headstart on the festive season, thumb the pages to our intheHOME section, where you’ll find Spotlight’s generous array of Christmas decorations. Follow us acrosstheStraits to Penang and Perak, where we discover the beauties and wonders of our neighbouring states. If travel isn’t on the agenda just yet, Weekendin’s inthePINK takes you to SEVIIN at TANGS, where we experience the unparalleled beauty services of Decléor Institut, La Mer, and SK-II. So once again, as I put this issue to bed, I trust you’ll find something within our pages that will tickle your fancy. Happy reading! avril Sullivan Yours Truly Editor