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Heartthrobs in the sky Topi Manner Soaring from the Banking Industry to the Top of Finnair Balancing a Top Job in the Aviation Sector and Parenting Editor’s Letter

e all spend longer than we would like waiting around in airports, but we rarely discover anything about our fellow travelers or those who work there. Late April, after a joyful Wvacation with families, we got stranded at the Bali Denpasar Airport by a mechanical failure of the airplane. When everything was fixed, it was already 2:05 a.m. and our flight got canceled because the airport shuts down at 2 a.m. every day. It seemed like a terrible dream. Everybody knows these situations exist but no one wants it to happen to them. This situation reminds me of a book I read several years ago, A Week at the Airport, written by British author Alain de Botton. In it, de Botton explores the magical and the mundane, and the stories that inhabit the airport, the strange ‘non-place’ that we are usually eager to leave. So, next time, when you have to stay at the airport for long hours, why not visit and discover it. Sometimes, spending time in an airport can be more useful and revealing than we might think. So, let’s discover the hostesses’ uniforms first. Up in the air, in the narrow cabin aisles of planes, uniform fashion stands 100 years strong. These attires have never been about uniformity. They can be as colorful as candy, sexy, and glamorous, or even sport a high-tech look more akin to space suits. Uniforms are the embodiment of people’s most significant social attributes. In a vast and complicated world, they tell us whom to trust, avoid, and seek guidance or rescue from. In the Focus section, we show you the beauty of Air Uniforms. (page 14) May is the beginning of summer and sets aside a day dedicated to moms around the world. A mother is believed to be a goddess with supreme Photo by Nicolas Tissot powers, capable of making impossible things come true in the flick of a second. Lauding mothers’ prowess and immense affection for their children and family, let’s make Mother’s Day 2019 a fantabulous one for these gorgeous and generous ladies, not only gifting them flowers, cards, jewelry, meals at fancy restaurants, or a surprise holiday, but also sharing their joys and sorrows in life. In the Lifestyle section, we’ll follow two working moms’ steps to figure out how to balance job and family and listen to the wishes of sons and daughters for their moms.(page 58) Topi Manner, newly appointed CEO of Finnair, is paying his first visit to China as the head of the airline and sitting down for an interview with Sky Times. When he toured China with his wife a decade ago, the blue sea and clear sky of Sanya left a deep impression on them. This time, he has a global market inspection tour arranged, with stops in Beijing, Shanghai, and Nanjing. He hopes for the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of China and its prospering market from multiple perspectives. In the People Section, Sky Times talked with Manner about the mission, service, CAAC Inflight Magazine networks, and marketing strategies in China.(page 68) CAO SHENSHEN As always, we wish you a pleasant journey. with the largest circulation EXECUTIVE EDITOR of all inflight publications. 01 SKY TIMES 017 MAY/JUN. 2019

Responsible Institution: Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) Now Sponsor: 04 China Civil Aviation Publishing House Tomorrow’s Trend at Milan Design Week People President: Ma Songwei 57 Publication: Modern and Contemporary Art Fair in Cologne China Civil Aviation Publishing House The Force is Strong at Star Wars Celebration Chicago Topi Manner: Soaring from the Banking Editor-in-Chief: Li Yong Easter Parade, Easter Bonnet Festival in New York Industry to the Top of Finnair / 58 Executive Editor: Cao Shenshen Italian Red Oranges Travel to China Yu Dong: Filmmaker / 64 Editors: Feng Shuangqing, Wang Ruosi, Holly Chen

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中国民航报社 Culture Endeavor to Build a Solid Safety 45 印刷: 京平诚乾印刷有限公司 System for De-icing / 90 ISSUE 17 A Brief History of Flight Attendant Uniforms / 46 Ask the Captain / 94 MAY/JUN. 2019 Flight Attendant Uniforms Are Fashion Statements / 50 News / 96 ISSN2096-1375 国际标准刊号: CN10-1381/G1 国内统一刊号: Cover: Photo by Hishem Zineddine Back: Photo by Annie Spratt 03 SKY TIMES | Now Modern and Tomorrow’s Trend at Contemporary Milan Design Week Art Fair in This year’s edition of Milan design week – the biggest event in the design calendar – took place across the Italian city from 8 to 14 April. Hundreds of designers and brands from around the world showed their work, at the Cologne Salone del Mobile furniture fair, the Euroluce lighting show, and all over The four-day event Art Cologne, one of the city. Trends expected to emerge from these shows include health and the most important international art fair of wellbeing for the home, an abundance of plants, and encouragement for the 20th and 21st centuries, kicked off in physical interaction. Cologne, Germany, on April 11, attracting about 180 galleries from around the world. It is the oldest fair of its kind, having started with just 18 galleries in 1967. For this edition,some 180 commercial galleries came together to present works by over 2,000 artists, covering all price segments, from well-known blue-chip artists to the newest young and emerging ones.

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The Force is Strong at Star Wars Celebration Chicago Easter Parade, Easter Bonnet This year’s 2019 Star Wars Celebration launched into hyperdrive from April 11-15 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Festival in New York Star Wars Celebration, the convention completely dedicat-ed One of the best things to do for Easter in New York is to stroll along Fifth Avenue during one to all things in a galaxy far, far away, is one of the biggest and of the city’s silliest processions: The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival. NYC has a march best ways to appreciate the toys, droids, and characters of Star entirely dedicated to outlandishly decorated hats. All bonnet-wearing revelers are welcome Wars. This year’s Celebration continued the tradition with a to stroll along Fifth Avenue and take part in this whimsical event. little boost from Solo: A Star Wars Story and The Last Jedi and a teaser for The Rise of Skywalker.

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WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST CULTURE SHOCK I’m American and used to work in SE Asia for a company headquartered in London. On one summer trip to the London HQ, I WHILE was staying in a nice hotel that included a traditional British breakfast. One morn- ing I was seated near an American family and thought, “my goodness they are so TRAVELING? loud!” I noticed others sometimes glanc- ing at them.

The children were all very well behaved but obviously very excited, anticipating Some of my family lives in their first full day exploring London (I Poland. I was visiting my aunt eavesdropped a little). I realized if this had there and out shopping at been a restaurant in the USA, their speech Tesco. We went to the check- volume would have been quite normal and ’ out line and I smiled widely at the cashier. acceptable, and I wouldn t have noticed. As She gave me a dirty look and then started I had not been around Americans for sever- yelling at me. My Polish language skills aren’t al months, I had become used to a lower the best and I looked at my aunt in confusion. decibel level while dining without realizing She responded to the cashier, “Relax, she is it. This was kind of a reverse culture shock. just an American. They are a lot less miserable than us Poles.” The cashier was not used to I made it a point to introduce myself, that smiles and pleasantries and just assumed that it was refreshing to hear other Americans after so long away, and with a bit of a twin- my smile was because I was making fun of her. kle said it was very nice to clearly hear how excited they were about the day ahead. @Christine De Benedetto The parents picked right up on it, and I later heard them nicely and quietly telling their children they could still hear them even if they spoke more softly.

@Chris Northcutt I wasn’t traveling but had moved to the UK from Canada. I was standing at the bus stop with a few other people. When the bus pulled up, it stopped right in front of me. The doors opened and Italian Red Oranges Travel I went to step on the bus but I felt a thud on my shoulder. I turned around and an elderly lady was hitting me with her umbrella. When I looked at her, she said something about not pushing in line. I apologized and explained that I had just moved from to China Canada, where we just get on the bus from where it stops. She replied, “In England, we respect the queue!” I didn’t even know On April 2nd, the Italian red oranges became protagonists at the Italian Embassy in Bei- what the word queue meant, but I soon learned that they do jing during an event to announce the entry of the pioneer Oranfrizer in this new market. indeed line up for everything and they board the bus in the The microclimatic factors in Catania Plain, on the slopes of Mount Etna, are perfect for order they arrived at the bus stop. the growth of Tarocco, Moro, and Sanguinello red oranges, and more Chinese customers will now be able to enjoy the unique flavors of these red oranges harvested in Sicily. @Odin Training LONDON ROAD TRIP From Quora

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THE BIGGEST AND BUSIEST AIRPORTS IN THE WORLD

The popularity of air travel and the lower budget flights availability has caused an expansion in no matter passenger traffic, volume of goods transported or even size of airports. Which are the ones that can lay claim to the titles of biggest and busiest?

THE WORLD’S BUSIEST AIRPORT

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Georgia, USA, is the world’s busiest airport, with an average of 275,000 daily passengers, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport has been the busiest airport in the world since 1998.

107,382,674 PASSENGERS/2018

THE WORLD’S LARGEST AIRPORT King Fahd International Airport (KFIA), Dammam, Saudi Arabia, has a massive 6 story passenger terminal out of which three are for passenger processing, one for arrivals, one for departure, and one for boarding. The passenger terminal covers an area of 3,520,000 square feet and it is equipped with many customer counters, including 66 reserved for Saudi airlines and 44 for foreign airlines. Focus 78,000 COVERING AN AREA/HECTARES Started in 1983, Completed in 1999

THE WORLD’S BUSIEST AIRPORT BY CARGO TRAFFIC

Hong Kong International Airport witnessed continuous OVERALL CARGO THROUGHPUT traffic growth in 2018. Airport has surpassed Memphis International Airport to become the world’s busiest airport 5.1 MILLION +1.5% by cargo traffic. The airport would continue to launch new initiatives, including the upcoming Terminal 1 Annex Building, to cater for the surging demand and therefore to solidify its leading position as a regional and international aviation hub.

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niforms are the embodiment of people’s most signifi- cant social attributes. In a vast and complicated world, they tell us whom to trust, avoid, and seek guidance or Urescue from. Up in the air, in the narrow cabin aisles of planes, uniform fashion stands 100 years strong. These attires have never been about uniformity. They can be as colorful as candy, sexy, and glamorous, or even sport a high-tech look more akin to space suits.

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The Shanghai-style cheongsam has become a symbol of classical Oriental beauty.

classical charm. The fifth-generation cheong- level of competence. The apron is In the face of the ever-changing sam, named the Rosy Clouds, is designed like a tulip-shaped dress nature of fashion, classic styles decorated with auspicious clouds to emphasize, in equal measure, remain relatively stable. Therefore, along the neckline and seawater elegance, femininity, aesthetics, fashion designers can always at the lower hem. The use of gray and practicality. draw inspiration from these trea- as the base color and the inte- To match this Oriental-style sured classics. The cheongsam, gration of yellow waves and red cheongsam, attendants have been of course, acts as a significant swallows into the design gives off given a new makeup routine: a source of influence for designers, a magnificent, royal presence. The refreshingly clean nude foundation especially uniform designers for artwork originates from tradition- is matched with an earth-tone eye airline crews. al Chinese symbolism. Specifically, shadow of slightly pearly luster to In the 1960s and 70s, mili- the auspicious clouds represent the correspond deli- tary-style uniforms dominated the veneration of the people toward cately to lips suits of female flight attendants the clouds during Shang of light in China’s civil aviation industry. and Zhou Dynasties, cameo Ever since China’s Reform and bespeaking harmony brown. Opening-up, flight attendants and luck. Similar began wearing cheongsams on designs were also occasion for special flights. The widely utilized during new century has seen an increas- the 2008 Beijing Olympic ing number of airlines showing Games, and the crashing Flying in their preference for such tradition- waves and rising moun- al Chinese styles, adding feminine tains harken back to the and fashionable elements into their lower hems of imperial Cheongsam Style uniforms. and official robes. Apart from the Female Flight Attendant above-mentioned Text Fannie Feng exquisite design Uniforms at Paris Fashion elements, this Week new cheongsam During the July 2017 Autumn/ adopts Western Winter Paris Fashion Week, tailoring tech- he period between the innovative design brought about an airline company seized the niques to leave 1930s and the 40s saw a change in trends, from conceal- limelight by unveiling its fifth-gen- an impression of Shanghai impacted by ing body curves to highlighting eration flight attendant uniforms, professionalism, T Western ideological trends the delicacy and grace of natural the result of a collaboration making the flight in such aspects as culture, politics, female beauty. between Hainan Airlines and attendants look and economics. Influenced by the The new design saw the cheong- Laurence Xu, the only Chinese undeniably tide of the feminist movement, sam rapidly gain popularity not designer to meet the requirements fashionable. costume designers who advocated only in its birthplace of Shanghai for an official haute couture desig- The 3/4 sleeves Western and Shanghai lifestyles but also across the country. The nation in France. Xu is renowned denote simplic- began combining elements of Shanghai-style cheongsam has for his ability to combine Eastern ity and just the Western clothing with the tradi- become a symbol of classical and Western aesthetics, where right amount tional cheongsam to put forward Oriental beauty, of old times and design elements tailored in a west- of modesty, modified versions of this attire civilization, reminding people of ernized fashion are infused with a symbolic of the The Rosy Clouds, the fifth-generation flight worn by Manchu women. The leisurely steps, elegant figures, and attendant uniforms of Hainan Airlines classical Oriental flavor. cabin crew’s high

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chinaware from the Song Dynasty). Different colors are Stewardesses in cheongsams integrated proportionally in a professional manner to create send greetings to the world focal points. Apart from the modern, fash- on behalf of China. ionable feeling brought about by this exquisite design, the designer has also taken the uniform’s func- tionality into account by adopting Besides looking refined, smart, including the stand collar, the Western-style tailoring, making it and elegant, such a makeup slant opening, and the slits, and convenient for flight attendants to also accentuate their calming are enhanced by modern tailoring raise their hands, bend forward, professionalism. elements such as exposed zippers, and just work more efficiently. It’s This cooperation between the as well as unusual slit placements worth noticing that pockets were Cheongsam and Manners for the first-class attendantsselected civil aviation industry and fashion at the front right and back left, added onto the uniform where On October 12th, 2012, the to be on that flight. They were to even had CNN titling “China's instead of directly at the two sides nametags can be pinned, and that departure of an A380 airliner maintain an upright posture while Hainan Airlines: Coolest cabin or at the front and back, highlight- traditional fabric materials that adorned with the Chinese char- standing and walking and to always crew uniforms ever?” ing a subtle sexual appeal. are thin or not abrasion-resistant acter for red silk-cotton from smile, with their eyes forward and The uniform’s color selection were avoided. Guangzhou Baiyun International relaxed to put passengers at ease. The Cheongsam, Popular also garners attention, with the Airport marked the debut of the Even sitting postures were standard- inner layer being a tradition- Flight attendant uniform in first international route flown ized. They were required to sit down cheongsam style of Shenzhen Airlines for Half a Century al slim-fitting cheongsam that by a China Southern Airlines slowly while moving their hands to Amongst airlines that have blends mazarine blue with a Airbus A380. their lower legs. They couldn’t lean successively rolled out cheong- muted purple, and the To better emphasize the too far backward in their seats but sam-style uniforms to echo their outer being a trap- Latest generation charm of Oriental culture, the were encouraged to lean outward a respective brand styles, China ezoidal-shaped of cheongsam of Department of Passenger Cabins bit. The lower legs were to be drawn China Airlines Airlines definitely deserves special short-sleeve shirt of specifically selected elite crew close together on one side, with notice for their focus in this area. imperial red and Ru members and elaborately planned their upper body remaining straight. During its 60-year-long history ware white (named out their service details and Such traditional female mannerisms since its foundation in 1959, the after a rare procedures for the flight from wordlessly convey the reserved carrier has only once designed a variety Guangzhou to Los Angeles, beauty of Oriental femininity. set of non-cheongsam uniforms. of which are not available on other When those graceful stewardess- This single occurrence happened flights: flight attendants would es in cheongsams provide services during the 1980s. In spite of the provide one-on-one service to for cabin passengers, they act as many other changes in uniforms passengers in first class, wearing beautiful sky-bound messengers, the airline has gone through, its cheongsams tinted in a profes- sending greetings to the world on design has almost always been sional style. behalf of China. based on cheongsam. The strong Oriental charm of Whenever a new route is to be Its current uniform was a cheongsam does not ensure the opened or a festival is to be cele- designed by William Cheung, who gracefulness of the person wear- brated, stewardesses from China has won 11 Golden Horse Awards ing it. As the cheongsam tends to Southern Airlines will be there, and received one Oscar nomina- emphasize the natural curves dressed in specially designed tion for costume design. The over of the female body, any cheongsams rich in the flavor of 30 cheongsams worn by Maggie inelegant posture is equally Southern China. Their cheong- Cheung in the film In the Mood made clear. Its slim-fitting sams, just like the traditional for Love as well as those worn form requires its wearer ones, highlight the straightfor- by Zhang Ziyi in 2046 were all not to hunch, and to wardness of their wearers through designed by him. always maintain an their Chinese-style stand collars, As Zhang puts it, “What I elegant bearing. reveal dignified decency via their designed is fashion wear, not a As early as one month classical buttons, and emanate uniform.” This new generation before the flight, the refreshing beauty through shades of cheongsam blends tradition company began carrying of pink, purple, orange, and green. with fashion. Traditional cheong- out training in cheong- The color and beauty are a joy to sam-style elements are retained, sam-wearing etiquette behold for all passengers.

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A Flight Attendant’s Dos and Don’ts Text Mu Zhen

They are omnipresent in airports,walking through crowded terminals in their stylish uniforms like fashion models. They welcome you aboard with big smiles and perfect makeup. Have you ever wondered, how do flight attendants stay so attentive and well-dressed during red-eye flights? How does their makeup go with their outfit so well? Can they wear accessories or nail polish? What is in their perfectly-packed luggage? Let’s sit down with Ms. Liu Miaomiao from Shenzhen Airlines, Ms. Tian Yijie from Xiamen Air, Ms. He Xuefei from Air China, and Ms. Li Ran from China Southern Airlines, as they unveil the secrets of the fantastic lives they lead above the clouds.

Shenzhen Airlines Liu Miaomiao

Flight Service Manager, recognized as one of the World’s Top 10 Flight Attendant in 2016

Q : Please introduce Shenzhen unique and exquisitely designed uniforms for major festivals. For Airlines’ flight attendant accessory. During flights, the example, during Chinese New uniform to us. watches we wear must meet Year, crew members dress up in A: The red uniform we current- specific requirements. The same traditional outfits to greet passen- ly wear was released in 2007. goes for rings, which must be gers and create a more festive It’s a successful combination of plain gold or silver, with no atmosphere. classic oriental style and modern diamonds or other gemstones set aesthetics. The navy blue outfit is in them. Q : How do you feel when for the Flight Service Manager, working in your uniform? and the red one is for the rest of Q :What types of footwear do A: I feel more confident.And of the cabin crew. Flight attendants flight attendants wear? course, with great confidence comes serving first-class passengers wear A: Our attendants have boots, a greater sense of responsibility. a body-accentuating, cheong- high-heels, and flats. When we’re sam-style uniform, featuring walking through the terminal, Q : What kind of hairstyle is a curved neckline, and a gold we usually wear heels, and flats required? Is there a standard way to Shenzhen Airlines logo. are for working on the plane. In wear your hair? winter, we wear our boots with A: Hairstyle is standardized, too Q : Any specific accessories you heavy coats. and is an important part of our can wear? appearance. Female attendants A: The uniform is highlight- Q : Do you have special need to wear their long hair up ed by a necklace featuring the uniforms for festivals? neatly, in accordance with our Shenzhen Airlines logo. It’s a A: We have specially designed standards.

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clear-cut tailoring and breathable Q : Do cabin crew members red one is for the rest of the crew. fabric emphasize form and func- need to wear the same uniform? tion. The three “Xiamen Blue” Or can you improvise? Q : What is there in your hues represent staff members of A: Before the flight, the in-flight uniform collection? different ranks, from flight atten- service manager or the cabin A: We have spring & fall, dant to in-flight service manager. service director will specify the summer, and winter sets. The dress code according to the weath- summer set includes a short- Q : Do you have special er at our destination. This is to sleeved shirt, a skirt, leggings, and uniforms for major festivals or keep crew uniforms standardized. leather shoes. During the spring VIP passengers? and fall, we have a trench coat, a Xiamen Air A: Yes, we have special Q : Is there anything that’s jacket, a waistcoat, a long-sleeved Tian Yijie uniforms for very important forbidden? blouse, a skirt, a hat, a scarf, guests and themed flights. We A: If we want to dye our hair, it leggings and high-heeled shoes. A Flight Attendant since 2016, featured also have Chinese style uniforms cannot deviate too much from our down jacket, a coat, a waistcoat, in a Xiamen Air Times Square prepared for special occasions. natural hair color. Blond and other a long-sleeved shirt, a skirt, a hat, advertisement contrasting colors are not allowed. scarves, leggings, high-heels, and Q : In wintertime, how do you Visible tattoos are also not allowed. leather shoes comprisethe winter. dress when flying to the southern Q : Please introduce hemisphere? Q : Is there a way to keep your Q : What do you think of the Xiamen Air’s flight attendant A: We dress in accordance with skin hydrated up in the air? role a uniform plays? uniform to us. the local temperature and wear A: Many of my co-workers A: Above all else, it represents A: The tri-colored uniform thick leggings, coats, and our red bring spray lotion. We spray it an airline’s image. debuted in 2015 and represents the scarves. We bring summer leggings onto a tissue and dab it gently on sixth generation.This outfit is the along in our suitcases as well. our faces to avoid smearing our Q : Can flight attendants wear work of designer Chen Jimin. The makeup. accessories? A: Yes, but every accessory has specific regulations regarding size and style. Q : What about shoes? How do you know which types of shoes are for which occasions? Please introduce Air uniform, whereas lavender Q : What’s in your luggage, if A: Footwear includes high-heeled China’s flight attendant eye shadow goes best with the Q : I may ask? shoes, flats, and boots. Flats are uniform to us. blue uniform. A: I keep a lot of things in worn on shift, while high-heeled A: Air China’s uniform is there, from my sewing kit to all shoes are worn before we board the known for its iconic combination Uniforms are usually Q : kinds of medicine. Whether it’s plane. Boots are for the winter. of “China Blue and China Red” slim-fitting. How do you stay a passenger counter or a box of and for highlighting the elegance in shape? shoe polish, a flight attendant What’s in your luggage? of Asian women. A: We spend some of our time Q : needs to think ahead about A: IDs and documents, spare off working out. Personally, I’m a what he or she might need along China Southern Airlines leggings and personal items. Q : Can you wear nail polish? yoga person. Jogging also helps me the way. Also, in winter, I carry Air China A: Yes, so long as it’s light pink stay fit. body warmers to fight the cold. Li Ran Your makeup always looks or matches our skin tone. Dark Q : perfect. Where do you keep your He Xuefei polish and sparkling colors are not How do you keep your skin Q : How do you feel when Has been working for the airline cosmetic bag and how do you allowed, and we need to keep our hydrated? Q : Flight attendant since 2015 working in your uniform? since 2013 and is now an in-flight know when you need a touch-up? nails manicured. A: I usually keep masks, eye A: This was my childhood service manager drops and a makeup base with me. A: I usually keep it handy, and I dream. I was thrilled when I touch up my makeup right before Any makeup requirements? Masks are the key to keeping the Q : finally got to wear my very own work or after meals. How does it go with the uniform? skin hydrated. The makeup base uniform. I promised myself Please introduce China A: For us, the combination of allows makeup to appear smooth- Q : from then on that I’d work every Southern Airlines’ flight attendant Can flight attendants makeup and uniform requires er and last longer. Eye drops help Q : shift with 100 percent enthu- uniform to us. wear glasses? careful thought. Brownish eye relax my eyes and brighten them a siasm and sincerity, and that’s A: The uniform is of a very orien- A: Yes, but it’s recommended we shadow goes best with the red bit at the same time. what I’ve been doing. tal style. The sky blue outfit is for wear contacts on shift and keep senior flight attendants, and the rosy our glasses handy.

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Every airline follows a scientific and A Closer Look at rigorous process in creating uniforms. Flight Attendant

flight attendants dressed in their The silk stockings worn by attendants’ health. Uniforms Uniforms new uniforms and working in the Sichuan Airlines’ flight attendants treated through an anti-static airplane kitchen drew the most are treated to be anti-static and process are dust-resistant and help Text Liu Wei attention. Many netizens were flame retardant. Otherwise, flight flight attendants avoid possible soon asking where they could buy attendants’ activities, such as walk- embarrassment resulting from the panda aprons worn by these ing up and down the dry cabin for electrostatic adherence building flight attendants. Later, at the long hours or repeated squatting up in their skirts. It is also a stan- Pre-National Day Reception in for fetching meals would cause dard requirement that all uniform 2018, as well as the Spring Festival static build-up from the friction fabrics in the cabin be flame retar- Gala in 2019, a collective of crew between the skirt and stockings. dant, including the silk stockings. or Gao Yi, time spent a scientific and rigorous process members known as the Heroic Long-term exposure in such For flight attendants, silk stock- waiting to board the plane in creating uniforms, taking into Flight Crew attended the events in condi- tions can ings are the most frequently worn is a good chance to rest, account the choice of suppliers and their new uniforms. also affect the article and are therefore a very and the two-hour flight is designers, costs, fabric selection, During flights, the new uniforms flight important part of their uniforms. F give off an impression of luxury. an even better opportunity to nap. and more. Let’s take a closer look For single-day business round- at Sichuan Airlines, who rolled out The outfit replacement cycle for trips, he only carries one briefcase new uniforms for all of their flight an Airline is generally between and checks no luggage. The flight attendants on January 1st, as an five and ten years, depending on attendant dressed in a red uniform example of the process involved in the airline’s development needs. at the boarding gate smiles, as replacing airline uniforms. For Sichuan Airlines, issuing new bright and charming as the nation- This Sichuan-red uniform may uniforms involves staff in all posi- ally famous Sichuan chili pepper. look familiar to many passengers. tions, with three sets for each crew Gao Yi walks past her without any Its glamorous debut came in 2018, member for summer, winter, and delay, yet cannot help thinking to when some of the airline’s charm- spring and autumn. himself: “What a charming lady in ing flight attendants appeared in her perfect uniform!” The vision new uniforms at the reception cere- Deconstructing the New brings some welcome color to his mony of the panda-themed flight. long and busy day. Sichuan Airlines has been flying Uniform The red uniform worn by for thirty years. It has opened As the most prominent periph- the flight attendant is Sichuan new routes and adopted new eral products for flight attendants, Airlines’ seventh generation. uniforms and aircraft models, uniforms enable each airline to Flight attendant uniforms receive symbolizing a new attitude express its own sense of service and a great amount of attention from for new journeys. Sichuan aesthetics through unique colors, passengers, as they are bearers of Airlines launched its “Panda designs, and decorations. For this aesthetic and cultural significance, Route” with its first Airbus reason, we are presented with markers of the times, the external A350 emblazoned with various kinds of flight attendant image of the airlines, a source of Sichuan Airlines’ mascot—a uniforms from different countries, aesthetic pleasure for passengers, lovely giant panda. On that regions and cultural backgrounds, and a visual representation of the day, news platforms were and gifted with diversified beauty. airline’s sincerity and trustworthi- overflowing with photos However, all multi-styled uniforms ness. In fact, when compared to of Sichuan Airlines’ still share something in common in military outfits, work clothes, and new airplanes, their design and fabrication. They other industrial uniforms, there uniforms, and must take into account safety, ease are many special aspects in the themes. Among of movement, and the ability to design and function of civil avia- the imagery, allow the wearer to stay comfort- tion uniforms. Every airline follows photos of able for long hours.

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Different weaving methods are applied to different parts of the stockings, allowingfor a certain degree of auxiliary functions. For instance, a high-pressure weaving technique is applied to help prevent varicose veins, and another special weaving method isused to help ease the fatigue caused by standing long hours. On duty, flight attendants often need to help passengers get their carry-on baggage in the overhead binsor squat down to serve or collect meal trays. They need to carry out a great range of move- ments and do a lot of walking. Good uniform design makes it more convenient for them to do all of this. Around the world, we can thorough marketing research. remain on standby for 24 hours. find very few examples of compli- Several well-known apparel Because flight attendants still cated flight attendant uniform companies were selected for had jobs to do and were flying all design. The main style of Sichuan closer inspection of their abil- over the world, getting every crew Airlines’ uniform is seen in the ities to cooperate, production member’s measurements was no three-quarter sleeves and the skirt scale, after-sales services, and easy task. Workers with strong that is slightly tighter around the technological levels. Marketing skills in taking measurements hem, yet still loose enough to walk research was carried out, and a were required. Although several and move around. supplier selection scheme was uniforms were made for each flight A sharp and neat tailoring can designed and executed. During attendant, every single suit was guarantee free movement for flight the business negotiation process, measured separately in order to attendants but requires the wearer several suppliers made it through achieve the best possible fit for each to have a perfect figure. This is the pre-qualification selection. crew member. probably why flight attendants The suppliers’ pattern design and Without a doubt, a uniform’s areselected in accordance with such production capabilities were then adaptability and fit are the greatest high standards, as they also serve working group before to start respect several requirements. These evaluated through sample size source of frustration for designers. as visual ambassadors of sorts for the design process for its seventh include the assurance that the measuring and model fittings. A Every single beautiful flight atten- their airlines. generation of uniforms. Before outfits will not quickly become comprehensive evaluation of all dant uniform in history still had to communicating with any designers, outdated, that the quality and remaining suppliers was carried be created by taking these aspects Design Process the airline took a thorough inven- concepts embodied by the uniforms out, and the top-ranking supplier into account very seriously. tory of its industry requirements, will hold up over a decent period was chosen. After business nego- In case of accidental scratches, Designing uniforms for flight integrating all manners of informa- of time and that the uniforms are tiations, in order to ensure that if the outfit can be repaired with- attendants is different from making tion by summarizing and analyzing capable of adapting to attendants the information provided by the out affecting its appearance or the tailor-made suits for white-collar past and present experiences both of different statures and body selected supplier would be effec- wearer’s ability to work, it will be workers, creating new styles for past and present, in order to predict types. In other words, the uniforms tive and reliable, an inspection fixed by the supplier’s after-sales Victoria’s Secret models, or rolling future trends and truly understand should make every flight attendant tour was conducted. division for free. When it’s not the out a new season of outfits for a what would be required for an look good. For the measurement phase, the case, the flight attendant needs world-famous brand. excellent uniform design. In terms of supplier selection, workers tasked with taking the to apply for a free replacement Sichuan Airlines set up a special Designing a uniform must Sichuan Airlines carried out measurements were requested to through a specific procedure.

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Heartthrobs in the sky Text Fannie

Xiamen Air Butlers in the Air

Compared to the frequent visually lifts the waistlines of the updating of their female atten- male crew, making them appear Photographs by Li Jiazhang & Feng Lujing from Gateway dants’ uniforms, Xiamen Air ever more handsome and taller. didn’t change uniforms for the Meanwhile, the stand-up collar male crew until the beginning and white lining remain consistent China Southern Airlines of 2016. with the dresses of the female The arrestingly handsome crew, giving off a visual effect that Wine-red Sky Voyagers uniform, gives passengers a characterizes the airline. brand-new image of service with The pioneering design includes For a long time, male flight hard to ignore. This design gives jacket. The new uniform, with its three-piece suit. Its integral an apron that adds a touch of attendants of China Southern them a more professional look that touches of international style, blue scheme coordinates with warmth to the male uniform Airlines borrowed their style from is also more fitting to their image takes wine-red as its dominant hue the airline’s visual branding. The design. It includes pockets of pilots, airport police and aviation as attendants. which forms a delightful contrast slim-fitting tailoring and detail various sizes, which are convenient security officers. Due to the only The uniform comes in three with the azure uniform of the designs all demonstrate the sophis- to use for holding such service differences being in the sleeve different seasonal variants: female chief purser and the rose tication and professionalism of the necessities as menus, pens, and design and number of shoulder summer, spring and autumn, red uniform of female attendants. male crew, painting them as butlers wet tissues. The apron is worn at straps, it was hard for people to and winter. The full set of attire The difference between male in the passenger cabin, like hosts the waist and is also effective at identify them. includes, but is not limited to, a chief purser and the others lies in entertaining family and friends preventing stains from the acci- However, their new uniform, short-sleeved shirt, long-sleeved the color of their neckties, with with kindness and patience. dental spilling of things like soft with a unique design consisting of a shirt, vest, business suit, sweater, the former’s being dark and the The waist-controlled coat drinks and coffee. red coat and vest, makes them very black windbreaker, and down latter’s being light.

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China Eastern Airlines Eagles in the Sky

The charming performances of Francis Ng and Julian Cheung Chi-lam in the Hong Kong TV drama Triumph in the Skies has elevated the profession of aviators in the eyes of the public. Apart from this TV series, there have been many classic portrayals of pilots on screen that have served as a feast for our eyes, such as Leonardo DiCaprio’s portrayal of a con man posing as a pilot for Pan American World Airways in the film Catch Me If You Can, and Japanese television heartthrob Kimura Takuya’s portrayal of a captain in the TV series Good Luck!! Indeed, as professionals, they wear attire fitting of the term. The off-screen uniforms of male crew also reflect their heroic spirit and sense of control above the clouds. The purple-blue business suits of China Eastern crewmembers are double-breasted, with the cuffs embroidered with sleeve bands that represent their ranks. The inner white T-shirts appear smooth and clean, especially in contrast to the dark-patterned red neckties. Their robust and trendy wide brim hats are decorated with golden olive leaves on the sides. The flight insignia, embroidered in gold, serves to bring the Travel whole outfit together. These glamorous uniforms make perfect- ly clear for all to see the sense of courage, professionalism and responsibility these men carry.

Photo by Hua Xiaolong

Wang Xu, Captain, China Eastern Airlines China’s Secret: This Summer, Come Enjoy the Waters of Hainan! / 32 With China Eastern since 2005, Jewel in the Tropical Ocean / 38 hours of flight time flights completed circles around the globe 8,300 2,100 144 My River Town Memory / 42

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CThis h Summer, i n a’s ComeS e cEnjoy r e t the Waters of Hainan!

Text & Photos Hainan Tourism Publicity & Promotional Center Translated by Nicki Johnson

China, with its vast territory, diverse peoples, long history and fascinating culture, is a dream destination for countless travelers. But at the country’s southernmost tip lies a mysterious island – Hainan! With 68 different bays, it’s a totally unique tropical island resort paradise!

Haitang Bay, Sanya

ts distinctive geography and FABULOUS preserving the natural possibilities are endless! Speaking beautiful natural environment FRESHLY CAUGHT flavors of the freshest, of endless, the variety of seafood have turned Hainan into a SEAFOOD highest quality natural here is truly astounding, with exotic Ipopular resort destination. The ingredients, so there is mantis shrimps, sea urchins, and 1,944 kilometer-long coastline that Great food is an no need for heavy sauc- squid right alongside the more wraps around the island offers an essential part of es or strong spices. The familiar oysters, scallops, mackerels, unending ring of beautiful scenery. every good trip, and pure, savory and sweet, lobsters, and much, much more, And when you get here, you’ll be since Hainan is a trop- rich, hearty island flavors each more flavorful than the last! able to try the amazing fresh local ical island, fresh seafood of Hainan shine through in Head right down to the seafood seafood, diving, surfing, sailing, makes a big splash on Thai style every bite. Better yet, you market, like the locals do, where yachting, and plenty more thrill- every local menu, so make seafood hotpot can pick your own fresh you’ll find the cheapest, freshest ing water sports, making tropical sure to schedule at least one big catch of the day and have it made fish, shrimps, abalone, shellfish, Hainan island a must-visit destina- seafood feast while you’re here! however you prefer: grilled, steamed, and more, and then head to near- tion on any China trip! Hainan cuisine focuses on fried, broiled, baked, stewed… the by seafood restaurants or stalls to Hainan fresh seafood

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have it skillfully prepared. Fill up good meal and a great time. each with your table with dish upon dish, unique, beautiful and share it all together with good LET’S GO TO THE BEACH! island scenery. friends under the bright Hainan Sanya’s stars, making the memories of a Hainan has tons of great, Yalong Bay and lifetime together. You’ll find these natural beaches, with a total of Dadonghai are D i v seafood markets in every city and 9 well-developed coastal tourism popular for clear i n town, so no matter which way you resort areas including Yalong waters and white g go, you’ll be assured of a Bay and Dadonghai in Sanya, sands, attracting Shenzhou Peninsula and Shimei travelers from all Bay in Wanning, Haikou’s around the world. Jetski West Coast, Lingshui’s Clearwater bay’s “sing- Clearwater Bay, and ing beach” covers half the Qionghai’s Bo’ao Bay, shore. The other half is covered Mandarin Oriental Sanya in jumbled rocks of all shapes and sizes. Wanning’s Shenzhou Peninsula and Shimei Bay offer Rosewood Sanya not only beautiful beaches, but clean, fresh air, bright sunshine, also golf courses, yacht mari- deep blue seas and soft white nas, and more. Haikou’s West sands… Hainan is the perfect Coast is full of fun, with resort place to relax on the beach, enjoy hotels, beach volleyball courts, the ocean breeze, listen to the Sailing the Chinese national windsurfing pounding of the surf, and let all base, and even more to enjoy. your worries go away. Bo’ao is of course the home of the Here, you can dive all year Bo’ao Forum for Asia, as well as round, sinking into the tranquil the Bo’ao Lecheng International underwater realm, filled with Medical Tourism Pilot Zone. brightly colored coral reefs, and And of course we can’t forget a huge variety of tropical marine the “National Coast”, Haitang creatures. There’s nothing more Bay, which has everything you calming than drifting along in the could possibly need for a great gentle embrace of the sea! beach vacation, including row Surfing is another great way upon row of high-end luxury to enjoy the waters of Hainan, hotels, such as the first Atlantis where you’ll find long, rolling Hotel on the Pacific Rim, the waves, perfect for beginners and world’s largest stand alone skilled surfers alike! April is the duty free mall, and much more. best month for riding the waves Currently, there are 78 interna- in Haikou, Wanning, Lingshui, tionally known hotel management Sanya, and other Hainan surfing groups here, including Starwood, destinations. The most popular Marriott, Intercontinental, of them all is of course Riyue Shangri-la, and Accor, and a total Bay in Wanning, where surfers of 94 hotel brands, making this congregate all year long, and top a true tropical resort paradise. If international surfing competitions you enjoy listening to the crashing are held every year. waves as you drift off to sleep, Excellent weather and water pick any one of Hainan’s many conditions have also made Hainan coastal resort hotels, and enjoy one of China’s top sailing destina- sweet dreams of the sea. tions, and Sanya’s Serenity Marina along with Haikou’s Sailing RIDE THE OCEAN WAVES Training Base are both great choices for would-be sailors. Head Hainan is blessed by nature, out onto the waves with all your with a warm tropical climate, friends and discover the wonders

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of sailing the high seas. If that’s not enough for you, Shimei Bay’s International Yacht Marina and Clearwater Bay’s Yacht Marina will also have you soon speeding over the waves. Want a better view? Parasailing Hainan Travel Tips will have you flying high! Ride a 1. Hainan’s biggest coun- banana boat through the wake of tryside event of the year, a speedboat, hop on a jetski, or the Hainan Rural Tourism try one of the many other exciting Cultural Festival, is water sports on offer if you dare! held in June and is well worth a visit. Cruise ships also ply the waters, so why not treat yourself to a little 2. Hainan offers 58 interna- bit of luxury on an ocean liner? tional flight routes, as well as convenient access from Hong Kong. Every week, WATER PARADISE over 30 flights link Hainan and Hong Kong, each In addition to the sunny beaches, lasting only an hour. there are many more ways to have ’ fun on the island! 3. Hainan boasts China s most convenient entry The first Atlantis Resort on the policy! On May 1, 2018 Pacific Rim is located in Haitang Hainan’s 59 Country Visa Bay. Inspired by the legend of Free Entry Policy came the lost city of Atlantis, the into effect, making it ex- tremely easy and conve- nient to visit Hainan.

ki Jets Hainan Official Tourism Information Website

Hainan Visa Free & Visa on Arrival Policy Guide

For detailed info, please scan Water park the QR Code.

Lost Chambers Aquarium and guests get the thrill of their lives on an ocean themed amusement park Paradise, Ocean Flower Island, Aquaventure Water Park will take twisting water slides, one of which that’s open 24 hours a day. Haikou’s a Hello Kitty Theme Park, and you on an unforgettable adventure sends them speeding right through Wet’n’Wild offers fun for the whole even more exciting attractions into the heart of the sea. In the a tunnel filled with sharks! No family with over 30 different water will open, giving visitors a wider Lost Chambers Aquarium, 86,000 matter if you enjoy heart-stopping rides, and Changying Wonderland array of vacation options. So if you sea creatures of 270 different water rides, or just relaxing in the is a fascinating place with exciting love the ocean and the sun, you’ll species, including sharks, skates, gentle waves pools, this is a great stunt shows, roller coasters, and fun be sure to fall in love with this piranhas, eels, and massive beluga place to go for a bit of water fun, architecture that will make visi- amazing island. Leave behind all whales, swim around in fabulously and once you arrive in Atlantis, tors imagine they’ve entered some your worries and cares, and enjoy bejeweled splendor. Meanwhile, you’ll never want to leave! fantasy realm. a fabulous Chinese tropical island at the Aquaventure Waterpark, Sanya Haichang Fantasy Town is Very soon, Lingshui Ocean vacation right here in Hainan!

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dventures at Sea World Located in Krabi Province, magnificent landscapes lie hidden Phuket offers more Phi Phi seats 40km from Phuket, away beneath the Andaman than 30 amazing approximately 1.5 hours by ferry. Sea’s glittering surface. The main beaches to choose The worldwide exposure the attraction of the Phi Phi islands A is their warm, crystal clear water. from. The pearly white, palm- island gained in the Hollywood fringed beaches that encircle film “The Beach” made what was Most daytime activities involve in the Phuket’s southern and western already a famous holiday spot being on or in the water. The area coasts are the island’s key treasure. even more popular. attracts a large number of divers, Each beach is different, from the The name Phi Phi actually and plenty of diving centers can northwest’s upmarket Surin and refers to two islands, Phi Phi Don be found on Phi Phi Don. For Tropical Ocean Ao Bang Thao (with their luxury and Phi Phi Leh. Development scuba diving beginner, PADI Open JewelText Fannie resorts and, in Bang Thao, glossy is restricted to Phi Phi Don, the Water Diver courses are available. beach clubs) to mellow, jungled center of which is Ao Ton Sai Snorkeling can be great fun and Phuket, Thailand’s dazzling largest island, is so diverse you Rawai in the southernmost part (Ton Sai Bay), where the ferry is actually better for viewing fish may forget to leave. The island is blessed with stunning beaches of Phuket and the infamous west- pier is located. There are no cars than scuba diving, as the bubbles coast sin city of Patong. There is a or motorbikes on the island, and from scuba divers can frighten boasting clear waters and powdery white sand. Whether you like place for everyone on the hunt for the main area around Ton Sai is the fish away. Snorkeling options peaceful deserted beaches such as Mai Khao or busy beaches seaside fun. quite compact, making it easy to around Phi Phi are almost limit- with plenty of bars and restaurants nearby such as Patong, you However, as nice as Phuket’s get around on foot. Trips to more less. Try cave snorkeling on Phi are sure to find one that suits you. beaches are, the most picturesque distant beaches can be made by Phi Leh or going on a shark watch. beaches are to be found on the longtail boat. This is not as dangerous as it may dozens of nearby islands. Some of Thailand’s most sound since the sharks found in

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the waters around Phi Phi are building materials from British- in Thailand itself is a whole new more popular than fish sauce – your stay in Thailand with its small and are more scared of us constructed Penang to build and experience. Thailand’s love affair ostensibly both as a result of the delicious food. than we of them. decorate their opulent mansions with food is just as strong as the Chinese touch. If you don’t feel like getting and to fashion their intricate sunlight in its tropical monsoon “Hokkien-style noodles” is one Nightlife on the Seafront wet, you may try fishing trips shophouse fronts. To best explore climate, with local cuisine domi- of the most ubiquitous Phuket or rock-climbing. Of course, this fascinating area, one should nated by seafood and spice. dishes. Vendors across the island, Patong is the undisputed night- you could just laze around on go on foot. Due to the one-way Even street vendors will tempt especially in Phuket Town, flash- life center of Phuket. From 9 p.m. the beach. system and lack of parking in the you with freshly-grilled fish and fry round, hearty wheat-and-egg onwards nightly, the town is Boats can be hired for trips to Old Town, it is not always easy to spicy noodles. noodles with seafood, slices buzzing and doesn’t stop until the nearby islands or fishing sites. get around by car. The tin mining boom of the of pork, greens and an almost wee hours. The main areas for finding one The Baba community’s heritage early 20th century brought the gravy-like broth. If you’re feeling Bangla Road in Patong is the are Chalong Pier and Rawai, Sino-Portuguese style. is apparent in Phuket’s Old Town biggest and most influential decadent, you can ask for your epicenter of the action and boasts with fares based on the number Thanks to its strategic location in its architecture, commerce, influx of immigrants: Hokkien bowl to be garnished with a soft- the biggest clubs, as well as the of passengers, distance, length of in the South of Thailand and fashion, and way of life. Baba and Cantonese Chinese, who boiled egg. Like many dishes craziest beer bars and shows. Even time and type of vessel. Longtail rich natural treasures, Phuket’s residents made their riches in introduced their regional Chinese of Hokkien origin, it is savory though they might not compare boats are a lot cheaper than backstory is a fascinating, multi- tin-mining and turned their atten- cuisines. There are also Malay and and mild. favorably to their counterparts in speedboats. However, they are faceted one. Europeans began tion to constructing majestic, Baba-Nyonya dishes, the latter Thailand’s calling card to the Bangkok, the atmosphere is much slower and not as comfortable. to land on the Andaman Coast’s European- and Chinese-inspired being a unique blend rest of the culinary world, Pad more relaxed. The fashion police On the plus side, they do provide largest island in the 16th century, mansions featuring breezy terrac- of Southeast Asian Thai needs no introduction. are noticeably absent and, so long a more traditional Thai sea-going but the largest group of interna- es, elaborate wood-carved doors, and Chinese ingre- There is an infinite number as you’re enjoying yourself, no one experience, which is by no means tional arrivals were the Chinese, and central tile-floored courtyards. dients and cooking of variations on this time- really cares what you’re wearing unpleasant. who flocked there to stake their Others set up slim, multi-level techniques. less recipe, but usually, or how you’re dancing. fortunes during the 19th-century shophouses, with louver windows, As a result, noodles are dressed up with The range of venues, as you Exploring Old Town tin-mining boom. upper terraces, and elegantly Phuket’s food tofu, bean sprouts, onion, will see below, is quite impressive, These workers married into arched ground-floor porches. stems from a and the brilliant final touch: from laid-back beach bars to VIP Charm Phuket’s Siamese community, and This quarter teems with histo- jumble of influ- peanuts ground to near dust. clubs. Even along the short Bangla These tropical-island beaches the local Baba (Peranakan) culture ry, and after years of neglect is ences that has Pad Thai invites you to put on Road, there are several new and are glorious, of course, but venture was born. This distinctive cultural currently being renovated. Over no equivalent the finishing touch, with fish eclectic concepts. Some of the just a little beyond, and you’ll heritage is visible all over Phuket the last decade, many of these elsewhere in sauce, sugar, chili powder, and old, well-established names have uncover astonishing Phuketian Town, from the architecture to buildings have been colorfully Thailand. crushed peanuts to suit your taste. achieved global recognition, while cultural riches that many visitors the cuisine. Ditch the beach towel: restored, some as cafes, restau- In Phuket, Forget green salad for a while– newer clubs are always coming zip right past. Phuket Town whizzes you right rants, boutiques, and guesthouses. pork rules, enjoy a hearty papaya salad, up with something different and East-coast capital Phuket Town back to the island’s roots. and soy otherwise known as Som Tam. special to try. You’ll certainly delights with its eye-opening The core of the Old Town is Truly Phuket Dishes sauce is And don’t forget Thai Green never be bored on any night of the museums, Peranakan cooking, essentially made up of five roads Curry, which is as distinct a dish week in Phuket! Chinese shrines, and histor- and several small streets. Rich tin Nowadays, you can find at least as they get. Be sure to enhance ic mansions and shophouses mine barons brought architects, one Thai restaurant in most cities. built in characteristic carpenters, artisans, and even However, Thai food

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Try Nan’Anzui (South Bank Corner) with your bike. The South Bank My River Town 03. Corner has a special geographical What is the significance, it is where the Yangtze best-kept secret River meets the Han River. the Han away from the River, originating from Shaanxi tourist trail? Province, plays a pivotal role in naming Text Lu Ruiting places in Wuhan, it is like the city’s “mother river”. Because of its location, the place is kept undeveloped. Standing at the forefront of the area, you can clearly distinguish the yellow, muddy Yangtze River from the green, clear left Wuhan to attend university in Guangzhou when I was eighteen and went Han River. You can watch them merge Memoryto Beijing for my post-graduate degree. I remember when Wuhan opened its and run deep and still. first subway, where new malls opened, and what flagship stores made their Idebut. What I do not know is how crowded the subway line 2 that my friend rides everyday feels, when the fresh lotus sprouts appear on my mom’s cooking list, what life looks like when I am not spending my summer and winter holidays there. If you come in the summertime, the Thanks to planes, the time necessary to travel from Beijing to Wuhan has been 04. crayfish street in Xuesong Road in greatly reduced to around two hours. My nostalgia becomes shorter, and my love for Hankou District is a must try. There, Where do you the city grows stronger. you can taste crayfish cooked in vari- take guests to ous ways, steamed or braised, with taste Wuhan different seasonings. It goes best with cuisine? Wuhan flavor snacks such as preserved eggs with fried dough twists and green A normal day for a Wuhanese starts experience ferries, the most traditional soybeans. with a solid breakfast. Hot dry noodles, way for Wuhanese to commute before the If you come during other seasons, rice noodles with beef, fried dough bridges were built from Hanyang Gate there are still plenty of restaurants to 01. choose from. Prince Kanglong Hotel sticks covered with glutinous rice, for just 2 RMB. If you are a true hiker, How does one bean curd skin with pork, mushroom, you can also choose to walk through the and Hujin Hotel, long-standing restau- spend a day rice rolls... just to name a few dishes. Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge (the very rants where many locals go for wedding like a local in Breakfast is a must-try. You can either first bridge built over the Yangtze River) ceremonies, are famous for their braised Wuhan? go to long-standing chains like Min and feel the vibe of the traffic. You will see Wuchang fish and spareribs soup with Sheng Tian Shi Guan (Min Sheng Snack one of the famous scenic spot, the Yellow lotus root. For more local and cheap- Restaurant) or visit places famous Crane Tower, on your way. When you er eateries, you can try Liupangzi for a specific dish, such as Jinyan in reach the other side in Hankou, you can Restaurant for steamed sticky rice meat- Wansongyuan road for beef rice noodles appreciate the western style buildings in balls, fried shrimp balls, and braised or Wangshifu for bean curd skin, on the former concessions and enjoy a cock- hoof with lotus root. All these places Gaoxiong Road. tail in one of the bars near the bank. have multiple locations. After breakfast, take your time and

Aqualand, a restaurant serving For me, it has to be East Lake Scenic scenery. At the end of 2016, the East 05. western dishes, seafood, and cocktails. Located beside Lingjiaohu Lake, on Area. East Lake is one of the largest Lake Greenway was built, stretching Which Hongkong Road, it is definitely a suit- lakes in China, covering an area of around the lake for 101.98 kilometers. restaurant is 02. able place for a date or a dinner with 88 square kilometers. It combines the There, people can take a closer look at your personal friends while enjoying the lake view What are the natural beauty of water and mountains, the scenery on foot or by bike without favorite? city’s must-see and the renowned universities along having to worry about the traffic. outside. The roasted Wellington ribs, attractions? the banks add a special charm to the curry crabs, and Boston lobsters are all nice dishes to try.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT VENUES WORTH VISITING HE JAPANESE RESTAURANT YELLOW CRANE TOWER He Japanese Restaurant will provide you with fresh and special Yellow Crane Tower is a famous and Japanese dishes in which absorbs French cuisine art. Tasting flavor historic tower, rebuilt many times, which that you can’t normally find in other Japanese restaurant in Wuhan, at stands on Snake Hill, at the bank of Yangtze the same time watching Chef Hu cooking for you on the spot, will be River in the Wuchang District, of the city a nice experience. The decoration is in Japanese style with luxurious of Wuhan. It is regarded as the symbol atmosphere. By carefully selecting ingredients of Wuhan city. According to records, the from all over the world and providing tower was first built in 223 A.D. during the comfortable dining service, the restaurant Three Kingdoms period. After completion, expect all guest enjoy an unforgetable the tower served as a gathering place for happy dining moment here. Iron plate celebrities and poets to party and compose Australian beef and Tuna sashimi are highly poetry. The tower, 51.4 meters high, is five- recommended for your reference. storied with yellow tiles and red pillars, overlapping ridges and interlocking eaves, more magnificent than the old one. Opening Hours: Lunch 11:30 a.m. – 14:00 Dinner 5:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Opening Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Address: 1F, Wanda Reign Wuhan, No.138 Donghu Road, Shuiguohu Address: No.56 Minzhu Road, Wuchang Street, Wuchang District, Wuhan, Hubei District, Wuhan, Hubei Culture DRINK WORTH SIPPING LOBBY LOUNGE WANDA REIGN WUHAN Located on the first floor of the hotel, the lobby Lounge of Wanda Reign Wuhan is decorated in neoclassical European style and provides you with coffee, cocktails, as well as seasonal themed afternoon tea. Double Afternoon Tea set includes 2 cups of English-style tea and more than 10 different desserts for you to spend an elegant afternoon time.

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Winter uniform from 1948- 1959 of Qantas Airways

This particular suit was worn by United Airlines attendants of the between 1976 “Gatsby and 1981, Era”, which desigend by Stan Herman. was characterized by the luxurious and indulgent lifestyle of its fictional namesake, came a time of development female flight attendants for the American civil aviation. were in an enviable BAT (Boeing Air Transport, position, as they earned predecessor of United Airlines) 125 dollars a month. didn’t approve of her application The first flight attendant to be a pilot but agreed with uniform in the world emphasized her proposal to hire nurses on the feminine qualities of aircraft to ease passengers’ fears modesty, delicacy, and prudence. and anxieties and to help deal Meanwhile, the uniform also had with urgent situations concerning a touch of “wartime workwear”: it Wealthy people were so thrilled passengers’ health. According was simple, loose, and bore some about a female flight attendant to Ellen Church, these airborne military elements. The uniform that many lined up to book nurses needed to be female: “How had a cape-style coat, which flights with Ellen Church, at a is a man going to say he is afraid was popular at that time. The time when people scarcely chose to fly when a woman is working shoes were the kind that a nurse flying as their preferred method of A Brief History on the plane?” would wear. The designer was a transportation. Flight attendants It was a big achievement. It can staff member of United Airlines, remained exclusively female for be said that Ellen Church created whose name we no longer know. a long time afterward. Other the profession of the female flight However, the birth of this uniform airlines followedsuit, offering of Flight Attendant attendant. made an indelible contribution similar services with more Of course, for these first female to the establishment of the exquisite and feminine uniforms. flight attendants, known as “sky occupational image of the female In 1938, Gladys Entrekin, girls” at the time, which included flight attendants. senior flight attendant with TWA Uniforms Ellen Church, United Airlines (Transcontinental & Western Text Rose imposed very strict requirements, Air) designed a blue and white and the hiring process was steeped uniform, giving greater emphasis in sexism. Applicants had to be 1930 to the female figure and energy. licensed nurses, single, under the age of 25, weigh less than 115 saw Shaking off the Tradition Birth of the First Female lbs, and be shorter than 1.63 cm. he history of flight atten- of Military Uniforms dant uniforms reflects the Flight Attendant Uniform The conditions regarding weight the world’s first changes in social customs and height were said to be due In the 1940s, with the boom of and the professional posi- 1930 saw the world’s first to the small cabins and limited female flight the American economy and the T carryingcapacity of aircraft at tion of flight attendants. Since female flight attendant: Ellen development experienced by the the appearance of the first female Church of the US-based United the time. However, these petite attendant: aviation industry, flying started flight attendant in 1930, this Airlines. flight attendants’ jobs were not to become a more popularway profession has been coated in A pioneering and legendary limited to serving and assisting Ellen Church of of transportation, a trend that feminism. The history of female woman, Ellen Church was passengers. They also had to move began in wealthy circles. It was flight attendant uniforms is also working at a hospital in Los luggage, help pilots refuel the the US-based from that time that airlines began the history of people’s recognition Angeles when she acquired her planes, and even push the planes to pay attention to the role of of the social status and identity pilot’s license after taking classes into hangars if needed. During the United Airlines. flight attendants in their brand of women. in her free time. After the end time of the Great Depression, the promotion. Therefore, some

Uniform from 1964-1969 of Qantas Airways 46 47 United Airlines Culture attendants wearing aprons in the cabin.

Of course, sexy was not everything diversity. Short in the 70s. boots, large and unique hats, and a Diversity is a word Uniform from variety of novelty fashion 1965-1970 of elements began appearing as that describes Lufthansa. costume and part of flight attendant uniforms. Uniform from 1986-1994 of Qantas Airways, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. fashion designers, People’s pre-conceived notions the uniforms as well as some haute couture about what a uniform should look brands started cooperating with like were completely changed. of this period. airlines in designing uniforms. Among the many designs, the In the latter period of the 1940s, most daring and bold one was checkered trousers, and regional attendants. The uniform skirts when people were eager to a certain psychedelic uniform, style long skirts were often seen of most companies have dropped shake off the harsh aftermath with a strong nod to the cosmos 1960s, some airlines opted to in flight attendant uniforms at back down to knee-length and of World War II, the clothing and futurism. It was created by return to more classic designs, the time. excessively high heels have been industry underwent revolutionary Italian designer Emilio Pucci for as it began to dawn on them discarded. Uniforms are now development and change. This Braniff International Airways in that fashion trends changed Liberty, Equality, and designed for the convenience of saw the gradual disappearance 1965. To this day, it remains an too rapidly, and the views of cabin service and to allow for of military elements from flight outfit so avant-garde that most the fashion world were far too Professionalism proper maneuverability in case attendant uniforms, with a fashion icons would be hesitant to diverse. They felt that something During the 1980s, due to of an emergency. Beauty and gradual emphasison feminine put it on. The uniform included a more stable was needed. With the rise of feminism, overtly fashion have become secondary qualities. “bubble helmet” as both a tribute the growing prosperity of the sexual uniforms found themselves criteria in the design. Australia has In 1955, First Lady Jacqueline to the astronauts of the era and as civil aviation industry around the facing increased pushback and established a law that stipulates Kennedy’s favorite fashion a way of protecting the attendants’ world, airlines were engaged in airlines had begun to rely were gradually phased out. the materials used for flight designer, Oleg Cassini, designed hair as they made their way to the a fierce competition and began on images of alluring flight Airlines from around the world attendant uniforms must meet a uniform for TWA. Meanwhile, plane. Ultimately, the helmets were a trend toward sexiness, with attendants to attract passengers. began to pay more attention certain safety standards and be William Travilla, costume quickly abandoned as they cracked flight attendants’ skirts becoming In the 70s, Southwest Airlines to regional styles and brand fire-proof. In recent promotional designer for Marilyn Monroe, easily and the planes didn’t include shorter and tighter. even went so far as to use the images. Uniforms that embodied imagery for United Airlines, and Christian Dior also created space to store them. By the late 1960s, slogan “sex sells seats”. This elegance and professionalism we can see flight attendants of uniforms for flight attendants.In This period could be categorized some was a time when the “short became mainstream worldwide different body sizes, ages, and this era, uniforms were relatively as the Golden Era of the flight pants, long boots” look made once again. ethnicities, smiling naturally and conservative and homogeneous, attendant uniform, intermingling its appearance in female flight In recent years, more and more sincerely, and without any sort of and focused on professionalism. all kinds of styles and designs. attendant uniforms, and when airlines have realized that the flashy background. In 1969, Cristobal Balenciaga, even higher standards on looks focus should be on maintaining To a large degree, flight From Uniform to Fashion founder of Balenciaga, designed and figure were oftentimes a positive image characterized attendants are the embodiment an elegant blue uniform imposed. For a long time, by safety and professionalism. of their airlines, and certain The 1960s witnessed an for Air France, which Southwest Airlines refused to Airlines have established requirements must still be met. explosion of new movements in introduced scarfs as an Uniform from hire male flight attendants. selection standards prohibiting Flight attendants should be 1971-1974 creative thought, including pop element of femininity in of Qantas Ultimately the airline lost any discrimination regarding clean, polite and well-mannered. art and the hippie movement. In uniform design. Airways a class action in 1980 and looks, gender, age, and body Many companies do not permit the United States, PSA (Pacific was forced to hire male type. Female flight attendants visible tattoos or heavy make-up. Southwest Airlines) was the first Sexy but flight attendants. refuse to be objectified, as In general, uniform design has to introduce vivid colors and Of course, sexy was they are professional workers. returned to a stronger emphasis avant-garde fashion in flight Diversified Era not everything in the 70s. What matters most is their on practicality, elegance, and attendant uniforms. From this The 1970s saw flight Diversity is a word that professionalism and quality equality. Continued collaboration point on, flight attendant uniform attendant uniform design describes the uniforms of service. with top fashion designers, design began shaking off its rather evolve down different of this period. Some Some companies, like Air however, ensures that flight simple and conservative roots and paths. After the brief were more akin to casual France, provide an option of either uniforms still garner much public started pursuing individuality and innovative mania of the outfits. Sweater vests, trousers or a skirt for female flight attention.

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hat comes staff uniforms, and here of Singapore Airlines significantly changed to mind are some that make applies a Malay fabric since its creation over when our top list. design consisting of half a century ago. prompted goldwork and Asian Everything from the W pattern, lines, hues, and about the intersection of batik print, tailored to the aviation and fashion Singapore Airlines fit the elegant form of fabric remain the same industries? Off the top In 1968, French design- the female body. The today. Despite their of your head, you might er Pierre Balmain brought brightly colored floral diversified backgrounds, think about airport to life the iconic sarong motifs and a colorful flight attendants in the tax-free boutiques kebaya, with elements border along the collar, sarong kabaya instantly and in-flight catalogs. stating the Singapore’s neckline, and cuff are become the embodiment Without a doubt, fash- ethnic past perfectly specially designed to of the signature hospital- ion is an inspiring and merged into this uniform highlight the Asian facial ity and elegance of Asia. vigorous business, and design. Founded in 1945, characteristics. Soaked The timeless uniform aviation is, in fact, very his acclaimed fashion in the gracefulness of has also helped estab- much the same. house Balmain was one Southeast Asian style, the lish the notion of the With all things being of the top three Haute down-to-the-ankle dress “Singapore Girl”, part equal, wouldn’t you go Couture brands, along is a bold departure from of Singapore Airlines’ with the airline whose with Dior and Balenciaga. the stereotypical image of brand image. Since its staff has the most stylish Quite the opposite the professional woman inception, the “Singapore uniforms? Airlines have of the typical western in a pantsuit or skirt. Girl” has become inte- a long history of tapping dress code, the distinc- The iconic sarong gral to the airline’s designers to create their tive sarong kabaya kabaya uniform has not marketing campaigns.

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AEROFLOT reddish-orange vintage-inspired When talking about uniform features a slim Russia, we may be fit dress and a pointed quick to think of tanks red hat. Try to imagine and wild bears, but this work of art on the the country’s gracious beautiful Russian flight flight attendants also attendants! Flying with have their place in the Aeroflot means you get world of fashion. a free ticket to a true Aeroflot is known fashion show above the for its heroic pilots, clouds. A real delight but Russia’s national for the eyes. carrier wouldn’t be The uniform was so successful without created in 2010 with its gorgeous flight a master’s touch by attendants. All crew Saint-Petersburg-based members are carefully Yulia Bunakova and selected, making the Yevgeny Khokhlov. Its airline one of the most summer and winter sets attractive teams in take reddish orange the world. The blond, and navy blue as their young, and slim flight bases and are finished attendants truly lighten with a nostalgic touch up the cabin with their via golden buttons, stunning uniforms. retro white gloves, and The bright bowties. Emirates The beige color Since its establish- echoesthe deserts of ment in 1985, the red Dubai, where Emirates hat has differentiated is headquartered, and Korean Air Emirates staff from all stands as a representa- Korean aesthetics into the head is a highlight others, and it is seen tion of the hospitable, As the leading force the design. The elastic of the design and was as a key element in attentive and modest of fashion in Asia, silk blouse is matched inspired by traditional Emirates’ brand image. Emirates flight Korea has once again with a suit jacket and Korean hair accessories. Complemented by the attendants. amazed the world with scarf along the neckline Itexudes elegance and white Arabic-style side Stripes seem to be its flight attendant and slim-fit skirt or gracefulness. veil, the hat works to another favorite element uniforms. Korean Air’s pants at the bottom. Ferré believed that a remind people of this of the designer. The fine new outfit was craft- Featuring a mixture of uniform is critical for top-class Gulf carri- beige-colored lining of ed by the legendary white and turquoise, a company’s brand- er and its distinctive the red hat, the delicate Gianfranco Ferré, chief the uniform stands out ing strategy and must cultural background. red pinstripe running designer at Dior from among the top global express the right values You can always spot along the blouse, and 1989 to 1996, who is airlines. through its details. the red pill-box hat and the inverted kick-pleats remembered as one of Practical and supple The characteristics side veil at any airport in on the skirts also Milan’s 3 Gs, along fabrics have been used, of Korean culture is the world. The current help to bring style to with Gianni Versace taking into account the beautifully material- collection inherits these the narrow aisles on and Giorgio Armani. flight attendants’ cabin ized in this uniform, features that make it so the planes. Ferré’s first attempt duties and bringing which emphasizes recognizable. A draped Its 4% Poly Wool at a flight attendant ergonomic elements into simplicity and grace- white side veil goes composition makes the uniform collection is this work of art. fulness. With carefully down from the signa- attire all the more light- a blast from the past Widely appreciat- selected flight atten- ture red hat all the way weight and comfortable. instilled by his perpetu- ed by passengers, the dants, this eye-catching across the neck and rests The accessories are all al pursuit of details. He butterfly-shaped hairpin set has really gotten upon the left shoulder. genuine leather. also merged elements of worn at the back of people talking.

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Turkish Airlines in Turkish Airlines’ common heritage of new designs. many cultures,” said Just in time for the Since it flies to more Bilotta. “I wanted to opening of Istanbul’s destinations than any bring elements from new airport, Turkish other airline in the traditional calligraphy Airlines rolled out world, Turkish Airlines and mosaics together a new set of staff insists the catwalk- with the new interpreta- uniforms to give its ready looks are also tions of Turkish motifs, crew a fresh look. effective in real-world which emphasize Designed by Italian scenarios. Cabin crew modern lines, into Etihad Airways this uniform. A warm patterns and fretwork some additional manu- stylist Ettore Bilotta, members were asked- foulards and ties to chocolate color base and display exquisite hand- facturing in Shanghai, the deep red and to give their feedback reflect a contrast and The glamorous uniform a newly introduced dark icraft work, as does Tunis, and Bucharest. anthracite gray based throughout the process, duality.” of Etihad Airways, red for the cabin crew the slim, laptop-sized The uniform creation collection comprises a and the designs were “While maintaining created by Italian stylist breathe sophistication handbags. Inspired was overseen by a dedi- hat, gloves, pajamas, tested on long-haul traditional elements Ettore Bilotta, represents and glamour. Bilotta also by the sand dunes of cated team of 400 staff, a tailored suit, and trial flights in different of Turkish design a timeless elegance. In took the unusual step Abu Dhabi as well as and approximately 30% accessories. climates. and culture, our new this design, epic elements of breaking up the main Hollywood icons, the of each individual outfit, The flow of the “When I started uniforms are profes- from 1960s Parisian and primary shades by intro- widely acclaimed hat is for both male and female Bosphorus, the uninter- to design for Turkish sional and stay true Roman haute couture ducing all the secondary a throwback to the good staff, is handmade or rupted tranquil whirling Airlines, the first thing to a culture of hospi- merge with the contem- colors as accents on old days of aviation. hand stitched. of the dervishes, the that inspired me was tality, just like our porary look of fashion blouses and accessories. All of the pieces Carrying a “Made in traditional curves of Istanbul. This city has airline,” said Turkish runways in London, New For the female crew, are made from 100 Italy” label, the Etihad tile and calligraphy been a melting pot for Airlines Chairman York, Milan, and Tokyo. stylish silk scarves, percent Italian wool uniform strives to main- combined with modern art and civilization of the Board and the The mix-and-match which replace turbans, and jacquard fabric, put tain, if not enhance, touches all inspired the for centuries and has Executive Committee palette of Etihad’s color and gloves decorated together in various loca- the company’s lofty “Flow” philosophy seen a rare richness as a M. ilker Aycı. tone is most evident in with intricate geometric tions across Italy, with reputation.

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Delta AirLines close inspectionis that The uniform’s material final designs would the blouse’s neckline is is created through a support a variety of In May 2018, Delta designed to resemble the mix-and-match of new functions, climates Air Lines debuted its wing of an airplane. techniques making it and body types. The People brand-new uniform, “Passport plum”, highly elastic, quick design teams conduct- created by the well- the same color as some drying, wrinkle-free, ed hundreds of focus known NYC designer passport covers, is anan- anti-stain, as well as groups, job-shadowed Zac Posen. swer to the wide age water and windproof. employees and gath- Zac Posen’s work is a range of flight attendants On top of that, the ered recommendations nod to the decades-old in North American and uniform can be thrown from more than 30,000 Delta style, while adding European airlines. The directly into the washer, surveys. Thefeedback a touch of elegance and color goes well with which is a blessing for process led to more than attractiveness. In this every complexion and flight attendants that 170 changes. Many of collection, the female age, giving a fresh and spend most of their time the modifications were staff uniform set includes confident new look to all traveling. suggested by employ- a V-neck dress, a tunic crew members. For three months, ees themselves, like an sweater, a wrap skirt, an Creative hi-tech fabrics 1,000 Delta employees interior blazer pocket ottoman-ribbed dress, allow for a marriage in diverse roles around matchinga passport’s and a batwing jacket. of form and function, the globe tested the width, as well as pen An interesting fact upon both on and off-board. uniforms to ensure the pockets.

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design have all contributed to the growth of Chinese tourism in the country. 2018 saw a 77% increase in awareness of Finland in China. Furthermore, with the finaliza- tion of the “China-Finland Year of Winter Sports”, the country’s unique winter sports tourist activ- ities will attract the attention from even more Chinese tourists. Manner states that, “for count- less Chinese, Finnair is becoming the first choice for traveling to Europe, as we offer the shortest trip. Finnish people also tend to select direct flights to China for conducting business or for Topi tourism, as Finland and China continue to deepen their relation- ship. Considering the bilateral Soaring from the Banking needs of the two markets, the Industry to the Top of Finnair airline plans to increase transport capacity at its seven waypoints this year, with an expected increase of 12%.” MannerText Stella “Finnair was the first European airline to use A350 aircraft on routes to China. 2019 will see more A350s used in the airline’s operations in China. China’s ith a warm smile When asked about the difference globally. It is a must for me to stay with Asian countries over the fast-growing network and digital and an agreeable between banks and airlines, he abreast of the development of the past years. platforms have re-shaped tour- air about him, Topi says: “there are more similarities international aviation industry Europe has become the most ists’ behavior, with an increasing Manner, newly than you would think. Both busi- and to decide the future direction popular destination for many number of early-stage queries, W purchases, and sharing of travel appointed CEO of Finnair, is nesses are continuing to regulate of our company. Such an inter- Asian tourists, as the market for paying his first visit to China as and digitalize, and trust is a key esting and challenging task fills international tourism continues experiences taking place online. the head of the airline and sitting component in that. There is a lot of me with passion for the aviation to grow for them. Geographic Taking such changes into account, down for an interview with Sky data involved in both businesses. industry.” reasons have made the short- the airline is also actively proceed- Times. When he toured China with Both businesses are very capital-in- Manner says, “China’s criti- est trips from Asia to Europe ing in pushing the development his wife a decade ago, the blue sea tensive. For airlines that means cal role in the global layout of those that fly through Russia of digitization, as seen in exam- and clear sky of Sanya left a deep the aircraft, and for banking that Finnair can obviously be seen or Northern Europe. Given ples such as working with Fliggy impression on them. This time, means loans. The two businesses from the fact that the company this condition, the company´s to acquire a better grasp of the he has a global market inspection actually share a lot of similarities.” has successively opened routes to unique location in Helsinki gives market via the platform’s hight tour arranged,with stops in Beijing, It is for these reasons that pivotal cities including Shanghai, it an edge. traffic, and to provide in-flight Shanghai, and Nanjing. He hopes Manner hopes to realize his poten- Guangzhou, Xi’an, Hong Kong, Big Data Report on Chinese Wi-Fi services to satisfy the for the opportunity to gain a tial in his new position, with his Chongqing and Nanjing since Tourists Traveling to Europe connectivity needs of passengers. deeper understanding of China and financial background and digital establishing a direct route from in 2018 shows that Finland has We’ll continue to explore the its prospering market from multiple analytical abilities, introducing a Beijing to Helsinki in 1988.” become an increasingly popular possibilities of this kind of coop- perspectives. brand-new thinking model for the As a matter of fact, thanks to destination with Chinese tourists. eration, which will enable more On January 1st, 2019 Manner airline. “Admittedly, I still have its geographical advantage, the Local activities such as watching Chinese travelers to know more joined Finnair after more than a lot to learn because Finnair is airline has been constantly speed- the northern lights, meeting Santa about Finnair and choose our two decades at Nordea Bank Abp. a brand that operates air routes ing up its pace in route structure Claus and experiencing Finnish services.” Manner says.

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ST: In your workday, what task ambition and be goal-oriented. A services. We are doing partner- is the most time-consuming? And good leader has to have personal ships with Alipay and WeChat to what is the most meaningful one? energy and also be able to energize improve our services and compet- Manner: The service industry is people, select the right people and itiveness for Chinese consumers people-oriented. So I meet a lot of the right team, and put the right and we will be doing that also in people— employees, customers, people in the right positions. the Nordics, for example,we’ll authorities, and various types of work together with our local stakeholders. We are a stock listed ST: What’s been your greatest partners to develop stopover possi- company so I also see investors. challenge or career setback and bilities in Helsinki. That would be a typical day. how did you overcome it? Besides, we have been upgrading Manner: I don’t think that there it is rewarding because it develops Manner: All of the routes are the northern lights, and Santa our business class, and these kind ST: What do you think makes a has been sort of one setback that things and takes them further. very good and sort of serving Claus, but also destinations such of design elements are something successful leader? is really standing out. But in my However, change is always hard. different demands and needs from as northern Norway and around that we have been bringing more Manner: I think a good leader previous roles, I have been doing So change management and trans- customers. They are all important Nordic countries. forward in our service and we needs to have determination and a lot of digital transformation and formational management is hard. in their own right. We have been The connectivity that we are want to continue doing so. I guess the digital transformation in China for 30 years and we want offering, with 100 destinations has been both rewarding and to be here for the long run. We see in Europe, is very important, and ST: What’s the goal of Finnair tough at the same time. growth opportunities in China in within that connectivity, there is a in the Chinese market for 2019? the long term. For the time being, multitude of experiences to offer. What’s your expectation and how ST: Could you recommend a we are fully focused on making I think that is the bottom line. We will you achieve that goal? couple of destinations and Finnair these routes successful, and as I are also constantly developing our Manner: As stated, we have been routes to travel in the summer? stated, we are happy with them. in this market for 30 years and we Manner: Well, first of all, I are here for the long run. We see would recommend a stopover in ST: According to your strategy, the Chinese market increasing. Helsinki. I think Helsinki is a by 2020, business in Asia will The demand coming from Chinese beautiful city, and there are many double. With that in mind, what consumers is growing, and we also things to see, with lots of inter- experiences, especially Nordic want to bring more Europeans esting designs, a beautiful nature, experiences, will you bring to China is a very to China to experience its diverse the sea, and great restaurants. Asian customers, in particular, cities and regions. There is a lot to Stockholm is also a beautiful Chinese clients? important see, as you know, and that is part Nordic city, with many great plac- Manner: Our whole business of our plan to support the business. es. An then, of course, the Finnish is about connecting Europe and market for us Improving connectivity is mutually Lapland is fantastic during the Asia. China is a very important beneficial and a good platform wintertime, but it is also beautiful market for us and one of our and one of for growth in the long run. For in the summer. top three markets. We have been the time being, we are focused on experiencing this increasing our top three improving the routes that we have. ST: What’s the overall perfor- demand and interest by Chinese mance of the routes to China passengers with regard to Nordic markets. ST: What products and services launched by Finnair? destinations, not only Lapland, has Finnair launched to meet the

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needs of Chinese passengers? many options to customers, with the transfer experience in our Manner: The list is quite long. We a Signature Menu by Steven Liu, Helsinki hub is very convenient, ST: Which of your routes use were the first airline to adopt Alipay which has been well-received by with signage available in Chinese A350s in China? in 2017. That’s already a good customers. Of course, we have and Chinese-speaking personnel Manner: We are using A350s in example of steps we have taken. Chinese and Finnish cabin crew and on the ground. This is very easy Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai, As I said, Finnair was the first a good diversity in terms of in-flight and convenient for customers. We and Guangzhou. The A350 is a European airline to sell flight tickets entertainment options where the are now investing to upgrade the magnificent piece of aircraft and via WeChat in 2017 , showing that needs of Chinese customers have facilities to expand the hub and we are very happy that we were we are pioneers in terms of digital been taken into consideration. this goes hand in hand with our the first western airline to use innovation. We have been bringing I think that most importantly, plans to grow as an airline. it and also the first one to fly to China with it.

ST: How do you compete with other Chinese and European carri- ers in the intensely competitive China market? How do you main- tain your own advantage? Manner: Obviously, China is a very competitive marketplace, with lots of players. The good news is that there is also growth in natural sustainable competitive ST: How to attract transfer terms of demand and that we have advantages, a short northern route passengers from China to Europe being one of them. or to the world? It also seems that Nordics as an Manner: We are very well experience is appealing to Chinese positioned for that with our 100 customers. That is one of our destinations and the connectivity strengths. Alongwith cooperation in Europe and with the quick and with various Chinese partners convenient transfer experience in like Alipay and WeChat, we are Helsinki hub to short northern also developing partnerships with routes. I think that combination JD.com, Ctrip and others, and this in itself already is reason enough is something that we want to do for customers to fly with Finnair. more of going forward. China is a Then, of course, the experiences leading country in terms of digita- that you can get in destinations lization and digital services, and such as Rome, Paris, Germany, there are many top-notch players in and all around the Nordic are this market. We feel that partner- certainly worthwhile and I would ing up with these kinds of players recommend them to anybody. As allows us to develop new services stated, we feel that we have an for customers and cement our advantage in that connectivity competitiveness in the eyes of both and that quick transfer experi- Chinese and European customers. ence, and that is something that we want to keep on developing ST: What are your current going forward. challenges? A lot of customers have also found Manner: Well, the competition that Finnair is really the fastest way obviously is always a challenge to Europe, particularly when there and something that constantly is no direct flight to destinations keeps us alert and drives us to like Berlin or Manchester. Finnair develop our services. Other than offers by far the fastest connection that, what we are seeing in China via Helsinki. Normally, people is a lot of opportunities, with think that if I'm going to Berlin, I underlying demand and a growth have to fly via Frankfurt, but that’s prospect that we endeavor to tap not the fastest way to Berlin. The together with our local partners. fastest way is via Helsinki.

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he beginning of 2019 was a box office returns totaled less than Films busy time for Yu Dong. On 800 million a year, and domestic January 3, after nearly six movies only accounted for maybe aim to T months of preparation, The one or two hundred million of Chinese Pilot, a movie based on the that total. At that time, there were record our times. “Heroic Crew” of Sichuan Airlines, very few private film distribution officially began shooting. Yu Dong, companies. In 1999, Yu Dong, who We live in a great president of the private produc- was ahead of the times, decided to tion company Bona film group, go into business and established era, and every was elected vice chairman of the Bona film group. Although the 10th delegation of the China Film private companies did not have step we take is Association and was nominated for completely independent distribu- China’s “100 Champions of Cultural tion rights at the time, Yu Dong closely related Industry since the Reform and resolutely took on the price of Opening-up”. In January 2019, as admission, and borrowed 300,000 to the times in the Chinese New Year’s blockbuster yuan to buy Bona film group’s first Pegasus was released, Yu Dong film,Something about Secret, and which we live. found himself standing at a historical earned his first pot of gold. turning point, when the annual box In 2001, China ushered in major office returns of the domestic market reforms for its film industry. That surged beyond 60 billion yuan year, Bona film group became the (about USD 8.8 billion) for the first first private company to receive a time, realizing that his longstanding film distribution license in China, dreams were coming true. as was reported by the People’s Yu Dong says that he belongs Daily at the time. to the generation that has not only Taking advantage of the reforms, worked inside the planned system Yu Dong’s unique vision for film but also witnessed the difficulties, distribution is also admirable: in changes, and developments of 2001, Bona’s low-budget Hong the Chinese film industry during Kong film Roots and Branches marketization after the Reform earned nearly 20 million yuan and and Opening-up. When he talks became the second highest-grossing about the achievements Chinese film that year. Bona film group, movies have made so far, he can having made a name for itself, also hardly hide the sparkle in his became an important distribution eyes. Compared to CEOs of listed channel for Hong Kong movies in companies, Yu Dong is more like a the Mainland. In 2012, Yu Dong filmmaker fighting on the frontlines invested in the overlooked art film of a creative industry. A Simple Life which went on to garner five awards at the 31st Hong Great Film Distributor Kong Film Awards. In 2018, the mainstream movie Operation Red As one of the first graduates Sea enjoyed tremendous successat of the Beijing Film Academy, Yu the box office, ultimately going Dong is a filmmaker with profes- on to become the highest-grossing sional training under his belt. Chinese film of 2018, ushering in After graduation, he began work- a new era of mainstream Chinese Yu Dong ing as a distributor for Beijing Film commercial blockbusters. Studio. He became known as a great salesman. Although it was a Marketization of Filmmaker bleak time for China’s film indus- try, selling copies nationwide was Mainstream Films Text Wang Ruosi an experience he still cherishes. Mainstream-styled domestic Yu Dong remembers when he films have not always garnered was just starting out, the domestic mass appeal in China. What

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civil aviation could be passed on to more people.

60 Billion Yuan: A Historical Turning Point In 2018, the annual box office returns for the domestic market exceeded 60 billion yuan for the first time, and the top four box office releases were all domesti- cally produced. “With the market jumping to 60 billion today, we should thank the leaders of the state-owned film studios. It is their persistence and determination to reform that has allowed Chinese films to prosper and thrive.” In Yu Dong’s eyes, 60 billion is a historical turning point, which will affect the global film land- scape moving forward. In the next 10 or 20 years, can China’s film industry surpass Hollywood to become the world’s number one? This is obviously what Yu Dong expects to see. He used to yearn to retire as soon as possible and return to film school to teach students, but now he feels that there are still too many films to makes Bona film group succeed people even built monuments for be made. In 2019, Bona invested in this field? From The Taking of those fallen drug-sniffing dogs. In in five movies with more than 50 Lifestyle Tiger Mountain, to Operation order to prevent drug traffickers million yuan each, a record high. Mekong and Operation Red Sea, from retaliating against their fami- Today, Bona film group is not when talking about Bona film lies, monuments cannot directly only a domestic film giant doing group’s successful market-oriented be dedicated to the fallen officers business on multiple fronts, such approach in recent years, Yu Dong themselves. Operation Red Sea as film and television production, first speaks about “the spirit of centers on soldiers in their twenties, film and television distribution, craftsmanship” and “expressions offering people a chance to know and film investment, it also of humanity”. In regards to the the heroes who take on the respon- extends its business to overseas first, making a movie requires a sibility of defending the country. markets. In the future, Yu Dong craftsmanlike working attitude and The same is true for The Chinese hopes to accelerate the process of the most sophisticated technical Pilot. Yu Dong said that when he promoting Chinese films globally. A Self-reliant and Self-confident Working Mom/ 68 standards. When it comes to the saw pictures of the Sichuan Airlines “Films aim to record our times. second, the expression of human incident on May 14th, 2018 in the We live in a great era, and every Balancing a Top Job in the Aviation Sector and Parenting / 70 emotions and the shaping of char- news, in which the plane’s wind- step we take is closely related to Explore the Shanghai Food Scene / 74 acters are also important. Previous shield broke, the pilot’s uniform the times in which we live. As Chinese mainstream movies often was torn, and half of the control filmmakers, we use the expressive Chic / 78 focused more on concepts and panel was destroyed, he imme- and innovative qualities of modern Film & Books / 80 overemphasized ideology. Bona diately realized the potential of films to record Chinese stories and film group attempted to rectify this. the 9000-meter-high incident. Yu introduce excellent Chinese films Chinese Fashion Designers, International Appeal / 82 Operation Mekong tells the story Dong believed that such an “epic to the world. This is part of the Immerse Yourself in The Sukhothai Shanghai’s Superb Design / 87 of Chinese narcotics officers. In and successful landing” should be responsibility of Chinese filmmak- order to commemorate their work, filmed, so that the spirit of Chinese ers,” Yu Dong says. Conrad Hotels’ Stunning Entry in Hangzhou / 88

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Established in 1982, Beijing Foreign Airlines Service Corporation (Beijing FASCO) been the most important service provider in China for foreign and domestic human resources services and foreign labor service cooperation in the field of civil aviation industry. Cooperating A Self-reliant and Self- with over 110 foreign and domestic enterprise in the past 40 years, Beijing FASCO has developed into a communication platform bridging the Chinese civil aviation industry and its foreign confident Working Mom counterparts, nurturing superior working women in the civil aviation sector from generation to generation. Text Holly Chen Photo Wang Yang

hao Meng joined Beijing fast development of foreign airlines, always listen first”. Being a “tiger FASCO in 2007 and is affec- the demand for high-quality talents mom” may have worked in the past tionately known by Beijing with international vision is rapidly but being a friend can help the child Z FASCO candidates as “Sister growing. During the years, Meng’s form an independent personality. Meng”. She was among the first team has received diversified sorts “Mothering is all about learning,” batch of Chinese flight attendant of requirements from the customers she said. Meng is always happy to recruited by Beijing FASCO for and always managed to lead the learn and explore ways to bond Qatar Airways. Grateful for the team to formulate efficient execu- with Nicole. company’s support in getting her tion plan for them. Joining outdoor activities is an that first job, she now helps other After years of work, Meng has effective method to guide Nicole to newcomers in a similar way. become the director of recruit- explore the world. This April, Meng “When there is a large number of ment and marketing department. just took Nicole to a charitable tree Chinese graduates lacking job infor- Although with years of experience planting event, which is a yearly mation about the aviation industry, in the civil aviation industry, Meng corporate social responsibility it is good to match them with posi- still uses “innovative and trans- program hosted by Beijing FASCO. tions in airlines,” Meng says. The formative” to describe her current They got up early, dug, planted and company she works for has played status. Just like the continuous watered a tree together. Kids were a big role in the fast development of innovation and transformations inspired and painted on the spot. A foreign airlines in the past decades. that Beijing FASCO is undergo- seed of loving and respecting for life Recruitment is an important part ing, Meng and her team are also is growing in Nicole’s heart. of her daily life. Having hosted developing extensive cooperation Traveling is another good way to hundreds of job fairs and inter- with Chinese civil aviation entities bond. Meng arranges family trips viewed thousands of candidates in the field of training, consulting every vacation. This guidance serves for international airlines, Meng and talent recommendation, extend- not only to broaden her horizons learned to deal with various situa- ing the characteristics of Beijing but also to teach Nicole to under- tions effectively. The transnational FASCO "internationalization, civil stand the world independently and work experience when she was aviation and human resouce" in the form a healthy view of life. Nicole younger has endowed her with an further way. in return feels she can communicate international perspective and high- As a working mom, Meng keeps with her mom freely, and Meng has ly-efficient skills. improving herself, not only for her been surprised many times by the When an appropriate method is own sake but for that of her daugh- little girl’s good memory and new found, nothing is unsolvable. For ter Nicole as well. opinions about their trips. Meng, performance is key and affin- Nicole is 8 years old. Meng Self-reliant and self-confident as ity is the icing on the cake. With the treats her as a friend rather Zhao Meng, women working in than a child. “When the aviation industry are devoting children ask for themselves with outstanding help or make ability and excellent mistakes, qualities.

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Balancing a Top Job in the Aviation Sector and Parenting Text Fannie Photo Wang Yang

coming summer. “The Israeli kids elen Huang, General misperception that Israel is an cultural crafts like using ink have very active minds, which is Manager of China at El unsafe travel destination in the brushes, ink sticks, paper, and ink closely related to home educa- Al Israel Airlines, and Chinese market, travel agencies stones during a visit to local ink tion and cultural atmosphere. mother of a 13-year-old are still willing to support the factory. Playing outside with local children H Warmhearted in promoting middle school girl, obviously needs airline’s operations. may help her be more brave and more than 24 hours a day. With good relationships in the public welfare herself, Helen open-minded,” says Helen. Like career women in other industry, Helen has also been have faith in nurturing a loving Bitter and sweet always businesses, her life is always filled actively involved in facilitating heart from young. She joined combine well. In Helen’s view, it’s with challenges and difficulties, communication and enhancing the tree-planting activities orga- of prime importance to sit down particularly when she finds herself cooperation in the aviation field nized by FASCO together with and take time to communicate in an industry where an unfore- between China and the world. She her daughter this April, spending with her child, be it for good seen event could occur at any time. was invited as a featured speaker quality time with the child while news or hardships. In turns, the Israel’s national carrier and at the 35th anniversary celebration helping her set up environmental sensible child appreciates her hard national culture have had a great of FASCO in 2017, sharing expe- protection consciousness. work. Last Mother’s Day, Helen impact on Helen’s working habits rience and achievements of El Al Even compared with the posi- received a handwritten letter during her 19 years with El Al Israel Airlines with domestic peers tion of general manager, “mother” with gratitude and love written Israel Airlines. In charge of the who responded with high praise is the hardest job in the world, as all over it. airline’s commercial development and positive feedback. Helen sees it. “With work expe- As a working mother, Helen in China and operations at the Despite her busy schedule, rience and a sound interpersonal still tries to get a little bit of “me Beijing station, Helen says her Helen doesn’t compromise when network, it’s not difficult to deal time”. As a female intellectual, she team has benefited a lot from it comes to parenting. When with knotty circumstances in busi- spends most of her leisure time the mindset of sharing another she’s done with her work, Helen ness, as you know what to expect. reading. Even on days heavily person’s feelings and emotions as usually tries to go home early But as a mother, there is no expe- tied up in work, there will still be if they were their own. and help her daughter with her rience or rules to follow.” Even the 20-minute reading time. In Helen’s “Always have empathy for homework. Weekends are always advice from her own mother can’t youth, novels with an intricate others, even your competitors,” reserved for family activities, and be copied indiscriminately, since plot arouse her interest the most. she says. It helps in relationships there are at least two family trips child education is on a “case-by- Now she is more inclined to read with clients and customers. per year. This spring, Helen went case basis”. history. After all, “histories make For example, even if there is a to Mount Huang, where her Deeply influenced by the Israeli men wise”. daughter enjoyed climb- and Jewish cultures, Helen strong- “Never give up studying and ing but also got the ly recognizes the need to help her reading, and travel more”, says chance to learn daughter build an independent Helen, a habit she practices and traditional mind, as shown by her decision recommends to her daughter to send her unaccompanied to and more young a summer camp in Israel this ladies.

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This lovely photo was taken I’ve been busy working and when I was 6 years old. It was building my own life. Yet, not only the first time that I whenever this time, I’ve saw the Great Wall but also always felt the care and the first time that I leftmy love from you and Dad. hometown. This photo feels The other day, my sister like it was takenboth a lifetime and I celebrated your ago andyesterday. My mom took 63-year-old birthday. We me to so many places during my cooked a few dishes, enjoyed As an expectant childhood, which might have birthday cake, and took a mother, whenever I helpedturn me into a person who family photo. Whenever we get feel the baby move, loves traveling and stays curious. together, you always tell me to my longing for you is Looking back, a big part of me sleep early and eat healthy. You inescapable, just like the was supported by my mom. As always give a like to the things I pollen that fills the air in a grown-up now, it is my turn This year, my mother will be post on WeChat and ask me what the spring. It’s a longing no they mean. I know this is your way One to accompany her to discover 66 years old. According to the simple phone call with you can of expressing love and finding out day, interesting places. On this special Chinese tradition, a mother should rectify. My dear Mom, I’ve finally if I’m happy. I’m 30 years old and as I was day, I want to say I love, you Mom. eat 66 small dumplings made by come to understand how much I only wish you good health and reviewing my wedding I feel so blessed and fortunate to her daughter on the sixth day you have sacrificed as a mother. happy life. Happy mother’s day, videos, I noticed my mom standing be your daughter and I wish you a of the first month of the lunar It shows not only in the wrinkles very happy Mother’s Day. calendar. Since I don’t know how Mom! in the corner, watching her busy I have always been restrained in that time has left at the corners of to make dumplings, I took her to daughter putting her makeup on expressing my feelings, so much your eyes, but also in the selfless get photos taken with me for the - Max Xu, Beijing FASCO and changing into her wedding so that I haven’t even said “I - By Wang Jingli love you’ve given us. My beloved first time. We chose “The 7th Day gown. Her gaze caught by the loved you” over the years. In the Mom, we must all be well and Photo Studio” near our home. At camera made me burst into tears. past, when I felt stressed at work, happy! Happy Mother’s Day! first, she refused to go because I’m the leading lady in the story of I often quarreled with you, but of the high prices, but when we her life. you always dealt with me calmly. - Rachel Liu, Beijing FASCO saw the pho-tos, both of us knew “You’re even more of a leading If I could go back, I wouldn’t we had made the right decision! lady in my life.” This is the feeling bring my emotions at work home It is now my turn to focus on my that I wished to convey to her with me. Instead, I would just be mom’s changes with age, the way during our photoshoot. For the your obedient boy, sitting next to she did for me when I was young. shoot, I especially selected a scarlet you and listening to you quietly. From this year on, I’ll be taking formal dress and a snow-white Actually, I wish I could be more photos with my mom every year! wedding gown for her. When I talkative when I’m around showed her the album and asked you, but I just don’t know - Rose Wang her whether she liked it or not, the what to talk about, and always self-restrained Capricorn besides, just sitting at responded via WeChat with “Yes, home and listening to I do”. you chattering without stop makes me happy - Holly Wang and puts me at ease. I care for nothing but your health and happiness. Mom, Happy Mother’s Day!

- Frank Wang, Beijing FASCO

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The Er

The Er is the only Chinese restaurant at Columbia Circle, the lifestyle complex tucked inside Panyu Road, where real estate developers and archi- tects built beautiful garden houses during the city’s trea- ty-port days. It boasts 30 seats indoors and a dozen seats outside, next to the Explore the pool. The exposed walls reflect a historic link to a glamorous past, yet the sleek, minimalist furniture gives off a modern and Highly recommended is the soothing vibe. Steamed Mud Crab with Huadiao The staff professionally intro- wine. Huadiao wine lifted the Shanghai duce the menu and highlight dish to a whole new level of recommended dishes for visitors to deliciousness. try. The Er kitchen took a refined During my dinner, the most approach to local specialties. The impressive part was the service. menu is full of dishes you wouldn’t The staff professionally changed dare to try without some inspired our plates and poured wine with- Food Scene guidance. out any of us noticing. Our group We ordered eight dishes to all agreed Er provided a Michelin- Text Yang Di share between the four of us, and star service. most of them received praises. Shanghai-style Crispy Swamp Eel Scooping out the Shanghai food scene can be daunting at first was perfectly done with its crispy, but don’t fret, we’ve got insider tips for you. If you want to elevate crunchy textures and balanced your Shanghai experience with good Chinese food— immerse sweet and sour tastes. yourself in the city’s very best, tastiest, and most chic.

Address: 3/F, 50 Tai’an Road

Dao Jiang Hu The interior has a contem- classics to make them porary, playful ambiance with more appealing to Dao Jiang Hu officially opened a Chinese retro touch, while a both locals and in December after a four-month stunning Chinoiserie wallpaper, foreigners. It’s hard pop-up trial on Donghu Road. specially designed in Rome, adorns to pick my favorite More than a restaurant, Dao the walls. The modern Chinese dish at Dao Jiang Jiang Hu is a true secret gem that menu was created by Ng, who has Hu because every is reminiscent of a retro, funky, been constantly perfecting her plate has a unique warm living home, and Singapore culinary techniques and creative taste with a fun owner Betty Ng loves to welcome ideas over the years. It features an presentation. like-minded guests to share sweet array of beloved Chinese classics Each element, from moments with simple joy and such as Dongpo Pork, Beggar’s the tableware to the laughter on a daily basis. Chicken from Hangzhou, Mapo flower arrangement and The name Dao Jiang Hu is a Tofu from Sichuan and local crafted Chinese cocktails, is Shanghainese colloquial term classic Shanghainese scallion carefully considered as part of the meaning to “mess around or oil noodles. experience and contributes to a jokingly stir up gossip.” However, Ng updates these well-spent evening. Address: Unit 103, Bldg 6, 1262 Yan’an Rd W.

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Hakkasan

Despite the illustrious Bund 18’s then spent seven years honing his age, the atmosphere of Hakkasan skills at the Mandarin Oriental in Shanghai is far from the old Kuala Lumpur. world. It has a vibrant sense of Hakksan Shanghai clearly freshness that is captured every remains as inspired and commit- Wednesday evening. ted as ever, right from its signature Jin Hua The establishment has intro- crispy Peking duck with imperial Restaurateur Daliah Spiegel duced “Hakkatini Nights” every caviar. I was blown away by this closed Daliah and opened Jin Wednesday from 7pm till late, exceptional creation based on the Hua, swapping European fare for offering an evening of urban classic recipe. Yunnan cuisine in the process. sophistication, stunning views, The steamed Chilean sea bass The space retains its quirky and exceptional mixology. with crispy buttermilk pushed the spirit that encourages differences, My recent Wednesday night boundaries of culinary innovation. subcultures, experimentations, began at the bar counter with a The qualified sommelier also and ambiguity. Pacific Sour, priced at 48 yuan expertly assisted with “We want to create a safe instead of the usual 90 yuan. our wine selection environment, where people of all Served alongside a complimentary for an ultimate gender, color, belief or size can be shelf of petit fours and canapés dinner. themselves,” she said. “My friend sent from the kitchen, the relaxed Simon Moore designed the interior mood had been set for the evening. and a granny feminist tropical I continued my Hakkasan heaven was his mission. Moore journey into the dining room. recycled a lot of old furniture, Hakkasan Shanghai recent- giving the whole place a nostal- ly welcomed a new executive gic touch. chef, Jeff Tan Kah Keong. The “I met Niu Yun years ago and Malaysian native learned authen- found her inspiring. I became a tic Cantonese cuisine from chefs regular customer at her restau- that hailed from Hong Kong, rant Slurp! & Pilipala. The more I ate Yunnan food, the more I got intrigued by the fresh ingre- dients — the mix of chilies, fresh herbs, and pickles. So one day, I sent the team a message asking if we should collaborate, and a new adventure began.” The Dai minority “eat with your fingers” banquet is a unique dining experience. It allows you to explore the textures and mix of flavors. “In the banquet, we serve wild mushroom rice together with a mint salad, traditional Yunnan cheese with rose jam and Dai minority BBQ chicken or mush- room stew,” she said. The menu also focuses on Yunnan vegetables. I also liked the passion fruit fish soup that featured a spicy sour taste and the Yunnan sour and spicy rice noodle bowl with sautéed minced pork, Address: 5/F, Bund 18, 18 Zhongshan Road E1 Address: 408 Shaanxi Road N. carrots, greens, and peanut.

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Ernt Allbright, a former POW, of strong men and even stronger Billboard Dumbo comes home from the Vietnam war, women. The long, sunlit days and Casey Lindeweiler returns home to Allentown, Holt was once a circus star, but he went off to a changed and volatile man. When the generosity of the locals make up Pennsylvania after inheriting the failing radio war and when he returned it had terribly altered he loses yet another job, he makes an for the Allbrights’ lack of prepara- station WTYT 960 from his father. Uncertain of him. Circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) impulsive decision: he will move his tion and dwindling resources. what to do, Casey pulls out one of the oldest tricks hires him to take care of Dumbo, a newborn family north, to Alaska, where they But as winter approaches and in radio, the wacky contest. His grand idea is to elephant whose oversized ears make him the will live off the grid in America’s last darkness descends on Alaska, Ernt’s host a billboard sitting contest where four people laughing stock of the struggling circus troupe. true frontier. fragile mental state deteriorates and will live on a But when Thirteen-year-old Leni, a girl the family begins to fracture. Soon catwalk, in front Holt’s children coming of age in a tumultuous time, the perils outside pale in comparison of a billboard discover that caught in the riptide of her parents’ to threats from within. In their small and whoever Dumbo can fly, passionate, stormy relationship, cabin, covered in snow, blanketed in stays up there the silver-tongued dares to hope that a new land will eighteen hours of night, Leni and her longest will win entrepre- lead to a better future for her family. mother learn the terrible truth: they a mobile home neur V.A. She is desperate for a place to belong. are on their own. In the wild, there is and “nine-sixty” Vandevere Her mother, Cora, will do anything no one to save them but themselves. thousand dollars. (Michael and go anywhere for the man she In this unforgettable portrait of However, he has Keaton) and loves, even if it means following him human frailty and resilience, Kristin to worry about aerial artist into the unknown. Hannah reveals the indomitable his competition, Colette The Great Alone At first, Alaska seems to be the character of the modern American the local author- Marchant (Eva by Kristin Hannah answer to their prayers. In a wild, pioneer and the spirit of a vanish- ities, the media’s Green) swoop remote corner of the state, they find ing Alaska–a place of incomparable interpretation of in to make the a fiercely independent community beauty and danger. his contest, and little elephant mother nature. a star.

The Honey Bus Milkman The Vanishing by Meredith May by Anna Burns The Vanishing is inspired by the Flannan Isles mystery, in which three lighthouse keepers vanished without a trace off the Meredith In an unnamed city, stormy west coast of Scotland in 1900. May recalls middle sister stands The opening scene introduces us to our hardened trio of weath- the first time out for the wrong er-beaten lighthouse keepers James, Thomas, and Donald, as they a honeybee reasons. She reads prepare for their six-week contract on the remote island. Despite crawled on her while walking, for thereader already knowing their fate is sealed from the start, the arm. She was one. And she has been lack of any real evidence as to what actually happened to these five years old, taking French night men has lead to over a century’s worth of speculations. This, in her parents had classes downtown. So turn, has left the door wide open for the creative minds of writers recently split when a local para- Celyn Jones (Set Fire to the Stars) and Joe Bone to freely interpret and suddenly military known as a Scottish Hitchcockian tale to great effect. she found the milkman begins The Vanishing is a brooding slow burner that plots its charac- herself in the pursuing her, she ters on a sluggish daily routine of chores, bickering and idle time care of her suddenly becomes left for contemplation of the people they have left behind. But grandfather, “interesting,” the last as giant waves batter the isolated rock under a menacing grey an eccentric thing she ever wanted sky, the feeling of dread is ever present, simmering just under the beekeeper who to be. Despite middle surface. As a result, when the danger comes, it is swift, vicious, made honey sister’s attempts to and morally ambiguous. in a rusty old military bus in the yard. That avoid him — and to keep her mother from finding out Although the surface narrative of washed up gold and invaders first close encounter was at once terrifying and about her maybe-boyfriend—rumors spread and the from the north delivers scenes of real nail-biting intensity, it is the exhilarating for May, and in that moment she threat of violence lingers. Milkman is a story of the way internal battle our three protagonists wrestle with that is the most fascinating. Thomas, James, and Donald discovered that everything she needed to know inaction can have enormous repercussions, in a time have all sinned in their own right, and as the traumatic events that haunt them turn to paranoia, it isn’t long about life and family was right before her eyes, when the wrong flag, wrong religion, or even a sunset before the line between friend and foe becomes increasingly blurred. in the secret world of bees. can be subversive.

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CRUSH Collection innovation, and the A sense of lightness and sustainable refreshing urban attitude is craftsman- most definitely in the air at ship of CRUSH Collection, founded cashmere in 2009 by Vivian Chang. and fine “I named my brand ‘CRUSH’ fabrics. “Since because I had a crush on cash- the beginning, we mere,” she said. “I found the have been emphasizing the brand’s Chinese Fashion Designers market potential for this partic- core ethos – healthy and natural ular, premium natural fabric living. Only the purest natural a decade ago, as there was a materials and fibers are used dearth of modern chic cashmere whenever possible,” she said. clothing.” The first spring summer collec- The brand’s DNA is deeply tion launched in 2018 and was rooted in Chang’s own experi- made with super fine silk and high ences – the laid-back West Coast twisted cotton with a metallic International attitudeof The US, the minimal twist from a Japanese eco-friendly aesthetics of the Nordics, and the yarn manufacturer. energy of a global metropolis like Comfort is high on their Shanghai. priority list. Cashmere delivers a warm No woman can resist a fine rush of desire and affection that piece of cashmere that is sump- Chang firmly believes every tuous to the touch, warm to the woman needs. heart. “Women who love CRUSH CRUSH Collection has been are normally warm-hearted. This synonymous with elegance, says it all.”

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here was a time when “Made in China” was largely associated with mass-produced goods of mediocre quality. But a new generation of China-based designers and entrepreneurs have T been looking to change all that, armed with degrees from top design schools and a passion to translate their rich heritage afresh. They have been gradually reshaping the country’s fashion scene and are now taking their concepts to other markets beyond China.

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Helen Lee velvet, embroidered, hand-beaded, and trimmed with custom weaves, Helen shows off the brand’s ability for Lee’s name luxurious highend execution. has become More effortless pieces are also synonymous available, like silk satin pants with Shanghai drenched in leopard prints and fashion in the past 15 years, as a front-gathered velvet sheath one of the earliest homegrown draped around the body in brick independent designers. red. Helen offers not only a She describes her company as strong statement for women’s a contemporary designer brand power but also a poetic proud to introduce Chinese world for breathtaking femi- fashion to the world, a state- nine beauty. ment of stylish independence for Bold colorsareapparent every woman. throughout this collection. The designer’s success and The collection’s launch growth are shown once again in was held in a brand-new way her latest fall-winter collection instead of a usual runway. “Jungle Folk.” Helen personally designed The collection revived 80s glam and executed a fabulous flourishes through the essence of jungle display, with agrazing the wild — vibrant colors, extract- style buffet offeringseasonal ed from the jungle, are woven into ingredients and live music. It By Fang different materials and patterns. was an intimate and sensual The designer has always been new world where the senses of By Fang is a name to driven by craftsmanship and all were stimulated and finally watch out for. detail. This year, she takes it to harmonized into an immersive The founder and creative mind another level with a number of “Jungle Folk” experience. behind the label looks for a bigger vintage-inspired creations. A market and wider audience beyond long cardigan in emerald crushed fashion, as reflectedby her collabo- ration with Tai Ping Carpets, to be launched in August 2019. She will collaborate with Tai Ping on designing a series of eight carpets and is proud to be the first mainland Chinese designer select- ed by the luxurious carpet brand for a collaboration. Inspired by Shanghai’s creative energy, she returned to her birth- place in 2013 after studying in Paris to establish by Fang, with a key theme of craftsmanship, fusing unexpected elements and fabrics to mesmerizing effect. Her latest fall-winter 2019 collection “Origin” made its debut at the Maison of by Fang. It unveils a stunning association of ethnically inspired wool fabrics. Africa layered silk prints and black-and-white hand-weaved ornaments are fused in a daring red-orange-purple color palette.

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Weili Zheng ton belief – institutional Born in parties, destructured Zhejiang, China etiquette, imaginative and raised in Decalogue, controversial Bologna, Italy, and destroyed. Weili Zheng made The Weili Zheng woman her name in Italy has an aristocratic face, a bour- and brought a carefree spirit geois soul and a revolu-tionary with a lively intelligence to her instinct. collections. The designer, who spent most Immerse Yourself in The Sukhothai Drawn to sportswear, tailoring, of her years in Italy, often includes street archetypes, and creations Oriental flair and fantasy in her Text Patsy Yang now fixed in the universal imag- collections, such as dragon motifs Shanghai’s Superb Design ery of couture, Weili produced a on the back of a bomber jacket or synthesis starting from her vision phenix embroideries in bold colors and her personal and profession- on the back of a shirt. Her daring he Sukhothai Shanghai is designed to appeal and businessmen continually gather at the vibrant al history. and enchanting expression of to the modern traveler whose expectations and eclectic dining and drinking venues, from the The fall-winter 2019 collection China integrated into her designs revolve around their own lifestyle – contempo- all-day-dining restaurant Urban Caféto the urban “Revolutionary Bourgeois” is have been appreciated by many T rary, cool, effortless, comfortable. Italian restaurant La Scala, the relaxing Urban inspired by an imaginary 70s bon European bloggers and actresses. It marks The Sukhothai Hotels & Resorts of Lounge, the Zuk Bar for simple Nordic cuisine and HKR International’s first foray into mainland China’s artisanal cocktails, andthemodern café Beans & hospitality scene, with an exquisite design work by Grapes. Each venue offers something different yet the internationally acclaimed Neri&Hu Design and authentic for the discerning travelers and locals. Research Office. Modern and creative, simple and unpretentious, the property offers a sense that everyone who visits a Sukhothai space has the freedom to build their own HIGHLIGHTS scene. Different function areas are connected with a seamless flow, unlike a typical hotel space design. GUEST ROOMS AND SUITES The ground floor shows a social place where good The guest rooms and suites things happen, where people feel welcome and at ease are a beautiful expression through sophisticated design and attentive hospitality of warmth, with a cool edge of sophistication. To ensure to surprise and inspire. modern-day comfort, each Emphasizing originality, simplicity, and func- room is installed with a spacious bathroom, ameni- tionality, the hotel’s distinctive design features an ties from Australian organic alluring collection of materials and textures such as brand Grown Alchemist, a natural stones, fine woods, delicate silk and polished 55" or 65" high-definition television featuring a Sonos sound bar, and on-demand access brass, a well-balanced yet stylish color scheme, and to an array of media and infotainment content through IPTV and carefully-designed details, while incorporating a satellite TV. Thoughtful extras including advanced in-room control series of sustainable practices in architectural design technology with an intuitive interface, wireless high-speed internet connection, and in-room refreshment and wine bar complete the and material selection to reduce the environmental exquisite and inviting spaces. impact. A curated selection of artworks by local and international artists, including two large-scale inter- active installations by Japanese digital art collective WELLNESS teamLab are displayed, giving off a cool vibe. The health and well- The 170 tastefully-designed guest rooms and 31 ness facilities include a residential-style suites,with a surface ranging from 44 198-square-meter Fitness Studio, complete with state- to 172 squaremeters, are equally chic and comfort- of-the-art equipment and able, featuring bespoke furnishings and soothing a separate studio for yoga, neutral hues designed to pamper and entice guests to pilates, and group exercises. Guests can also take advan- linger. The one-of-a-kind room interiors are among tage of the 25-meter heated the largest in the city. indoor pool, sauna and steam The hotel is also an ever-evolving hub of life- room. The Retreat is the highlight — a serene spa offering a range of Southeast Asian spa therapies and signature wellness style activities where artists, architects, designers, programs.

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Conrad Hotels’ Stunning Entry in Hangzhou Text Jenny

onrad Hangzhou marks the entry of Conrad HIGHLIGHTS Hotels to the city of Hangzhou within the emerging Qianjiang CBD. Soaring over 50 EXCEPTIONAL DINING stories, this stunning hotel comprises two Conrad Hangzhou offers C exceptional dining expe- distinct towers – a true landmark that’s visible from all riences through its three over the city. restaurants and lobby From shopping to recreation to cultural attractions, lounge featuring inspired Flying settings, diverse menus and there’s so much to explore near Conrad Hangzhou. Just panoramic views of the city. steps away are desiner shops and high-end restaurants. Traditional meets modern at Li’An restaurant, the tallest Step into skates and coast onto the ice rink at Mixc Mall, restaurant in Hangzhou that just a 5-minute walk from our front door. sits on 50th floor of the hotel, serving Chinese delicacies The Qiantang River is also a 5-minute walk from in a distinctive setting. Inspired by the weeping willows of the West Lake, Blue Willow is an upscale all-day bras- the hotel, a beautiful place for a hike or run, with a serie with live stations, a selection of pastries and elegant light show set off along the riverbanks each evening. A buffets. Uka is the hotel’s destination restaurant, providing visit to Hangzhou’s renowned West Lake scenery and guests a sensory food journey with its bar, sushi bar and Teppanyaki station, while also inviting them to a modern Longjing tea plantations should be on every guest’s space to socialize, escape and celebrate. Luxurious tea itinerary. lounge by day and elegant bar by night, JIN offers guests Hangzhou Theatre is in walking distance of hotel a place to relax and reenergize throughout the day.

and the International Convention Centre just takes 13 MODERN SPACES & minutes by taxi from the hotel. Hangzhou Xiaoshan SMART MEETINGS Airport is a convenient 30 minutes drive. Featuring a total of 1,604 Conrad Hangzhou boasts a sky lobby and 324 square meters of meeting space, Conrad Hangzhou is an rooms and suites that are spacious, stylish and ideal venue for weddings, busi- thoughtfully designed for the smart luxury traveller. ness meetings and other social gatherings. The stunning Guests will find unique architecture, sleek interiors pillar-less Grand Ballroom, Ensuring Safety in the Winter: BCIA’s Endeavor and inspired artwork at every turn, and the panoram- measuring 800 square meters, to Build a Solid Safety System for De-icing / 90 ic views from every guest room invite you to see can accommodate up to 650 guests in a theatre setting. The eight flexible meeting rooms Ask the Captain / 94 Hangzhou from a unique vantage. are equipped with advanced audio-visual and technical facilities, and beautiful views over the bustling city. News / 96

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xperience is beneficial when necessary knowledge and skills. it comes to establishing a safety system. In the winter Making the De-icing Ensuring Eof 2018, Beijing Capital Process “Mobile” International Airport (BCIA) made great efforts to ensure the On February 14th, passenger removal of snow from the airfield traffic hit a peak, and Beijing pavement and the defrosting of Capital International Airport was Safety aircraft. De-icing and defrosting confronted with its first heavy work requires careful thinking snowfall of the winter. The ground and planning, and Beijing Capital and aircraft were covered with International Airport spared no snow and ice, making de-icing effort to ensure safe and smooth all the more arduous. However, in the Winter operation during the colder months. with careful preparation, proper Beijing Capital International organization and the perfect coop- BCIA’s Endeavor to Build a Solid Safety Airport has nearly 300 special eration of various supporting units, de-icing vehicles and 5,000 tons 653 flights were able to take off System for De-icing of de-icing materials. Beyond the safely, and more than 400 aircraft more than 1,000 special support were defrosted throughout the Text Gao Qiuyue, Yang Jinhui Photos Yang Jinhui personnel that must be trained, day. No flights were delayed more all flight crews that may fly than 2 hours. to the airport must undergo Idle speed de-icing at Beijing several hours of online train- Capital International Airport first ing in order to learn the started in the winter of 2011. This

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so-called idle speed de-icing is not in reference to the work being “slow”; it means that the airplane engines no longer need to be shut down after the plane is moved to the de-ic- ing pad but can be kept running between different positions. types. The maintenance of vehi- slowly (or idly), while the de-icing The status of de-icing devic- cles, the replenishment of required truck performs its task, thus saving es and the aircraft de-icing materials, the training of neces- time and manpower. process are presented in real sary personnel, and the scheduling This requires very precise and time. Meanwhile, it solves safety of formations are all difficulties meticulous cooperation. The first issues. When the de-icing pad involved in pavement de-icing. thing of note is the communication distributor assigns a wrong posi- In order to solve the equipment. As there is no aircraft tion, the system initiates an error above-mentioned problems, maintenance management person- prevention mechanism through Beijing Capital International nel wearing earpieces on the aircraft means such as active prompting Airport introduced a new type to coordinate with, workers need to the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350. as initiative risk avoidance. It only to avoid risks. of domestically produced WP-7 communicate with the crew through Using this process, de-icing a Boeing requires a team of five people, heat-blowing truck. The intro- special VHF channels in the de-ic- 737, from taxiing into the de-icing namely a de-icing pad distributor, Making Pavement duction of the new snow blower ing control room on-site. Also, pad to lining up for takeoff after a de-icing commander, a de-icing De-icing “Smart” made it possible to optimize the de-icing trucks boasting superior de-icing completion, requires only truck dispatcher, a de-icing truck Taking into account the de-icing formation, reducing performance and precise ground 20.8 minutes, 28% faster than the driver, and a navigator. They are problems with old-fashioned the number of special vehicles trajectories ensure that wake turbu- previous 28.7 minutes. all equipped with a terminal for heat-blowing trucks, the pavement necessary and solving the issue lence is avoided during the process sending and receiving messages. de-icing system of Beijing Capital of insufficient de-icing personnel. to guarantee personnel safety. Final- Making De-icing “Smart” First, it integrates the flight data International Airport has under- This allows for the de-icing time ly, the crew must have excellent Multiple steps are needed in of the A-CDM system, which can gone an evolution from using of a single runway to be cut by cooperation skills. the traditional airplane de-icing realize automatic calculations of heat-blowing trucks to cold about 50% and reduces the risks During the development of the process. Calculating the required de-icing capabilities. Second, it air-blowing trucks in recent faced by large formations of vehi- idle speed de-icing process, Beijing runways and de-icing capaci- integrates the de-icing truck’s GPS years. After years of cles during transitions, further Capital International Airport adopt- ties, sequencing the release of positioning and stored de-icing exploration, the enhancing safety. ed a system of steady step-by-step aircraft, and de-icing the runways fluid information to help the de-ic- Capital Airport Beijing Capital International advancements in its implementa- themselves are complex tasks. ing truck commander dispatch has maximized Airport always regards de-icing as tion. From small planes to larger Beijing Capital International nearby de-icing trucks. Third, it the de-icing effi- a many-faceted problem, focusing aircraft, from domestic to inter- Airport conducted overall plan- accesses the aircraft position infor- ciency of these cold on strengthening the driving forces national airlines, and from off/ ning, refined the process, and mation identified by the ADS-B air-blowing trucks. of scientific and technological idle speed hybrid de-icing to full independently developed the first system to help the de-icing pad Even so, to de-ice a single innovation. At the same time, idle speed de-icing, the airport has aircraft de-icing command and distributor optimize the allocation runway in this way, at the airport adopts management gradually expanded its scope. This dispatch system in China. plan and increase efficiency. least 40 minutes is still methods that cross organizational year, Beijing Capital International The system features de-icing As an online system, it increas- required. In addition, a cold boundaries, providing effective Airport successfully de-iced all information visualization, smart es communication efficiency, air-blowing truck formation organizational guarantees to build planes with twin engines, including command, and dispatch, as well breaking down the data barriers consists of 14 vehicles of various a solid de-icing safety system.

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Wu Di China Eastern Airlines Plane type: A320 ASK Flying hours: 3,900 hours Q: How many doors does an airplane have? Q: Why do passengers always board from the port side? Wu: Different airplane models have a different number of doors. In terms of types and functions, Wu: There are two reasons for this. On one THE CAPTAIN aircraft doors can be classified into cabin doors, hand, this is a tradition inherited from the shipping emergency exits, freight doors, electrical doors, industry. In the era of early maritime transportation, and so on. steamers always hugged the shores with the left side to avoid wear on the rudders, which were usually Wang Fenghao installed to the right. That’s how the left side came to be known as the port side, and the right as the China United Airlines Q: What are the purposes of the other doors? starboard side. Other ships, influenced by the Plane type: Boeing 737NG rotational direction of their propellers, found it easier Flying hours: 6,000 hours Wu: During passenger flights, apart from the to approach the shore from the left rather than the doors used for boarding and for the kitchen, which right. This tradition was carried forward into the Q: Why can’t seats in the exit rows be booked beforehand like other seats? normally remain open, there are emergency exits that era of modern aviation. Many terms in use in the are designed specifically for emergency situations. industry today come from maritime transportation. Wang: The cabin crew provides one-on-one feeling unwell or unable to efficiently follow the Such exits can guarantee the safety and rapid On the other hand, this practice is also in training for passengers seated near the emergency guidelines or communicate with the crew will also evacuation of passengers and crew members during accordance with the required standards of exits on how to operate the exit doors. There are have their seats changed because these passengers forced landings. The doors are usually located at the international civil aviation. Freight doors are strict qualification requirements for passengers sitting are responsible for assisting others during emergency front, middle, and rear of the cabin and are clearly usually designed on the right of the fuselage, which beside the exits. For example, they should be at least evacuations. For the above reasons, such seats marked with signs. They are installed with ropes and is the side that a variety of service vehicles generally 15 years of age and under 65 and should be capable are usually unavailable for online or telephone inflatable slides. When a forced landing is required, operate from. Therefore, having passengers board of carrying out all responsibilities. Unqualified reservations. If the seats are available during check- the emergency doors can be opened by pulling the from the port side can ensure the orderly proceeding passengers are switched out by crew members. Those in, then the staff will select qualified passengers. handles in the appropriate position. of both passengers’ activities and ground services.

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TURKISH AIRLINE MOVES TO ISTANBUL’S NEW AIRPORT HAINAN AIRLINES’ BEIJING-OSLO FLIGHTS LAUNCH MAY 15

Turkish Airlines has concluded its gradual move to to its new home base, Istanbul Airport, Turkish Airlines Hainan Airlines will launch a Istanbul’s new Airport that started following the official Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee, new non-stop service connect- opening back on October 29, 2018. Turkish Airlines is M. İlker Aycı said, “Currently the biggest airport project ing Beijing and Oslo on May 15, now starting a new era at its new home, Istanbul Airport, of the world, this enormous facility will be home of the 2019, flown by its Airbus A330- which will be a new center for the global aviation sector. resounding local and global growth of Turkish Airlines 300 aircraft. Flights will operate During the transition process, which included in the future while becoming the most important driv- three times per week on Mondays, bidding farewell to Atatürk Airport, home to Turkish ing force behind our growth with its state of the art Wednesdays, and Fridays. All three Airlines throughout its 86 years of history, and moving physical capabilities and capacity.” weekly flights will depart Beijing at the same time at 1:30 a.m. and arrive in Oslo at 5:30 a.m. the same morning. The return flights will depart Oslo at 2:30 p.m.on Mondays and Fridays and at 1:55 p.m. on Wednesdays, though all will arrive back in Beijing at 5:30 a.m. the following morning.

SOUTH AFRICAN TOURISM APPOINTS TOURISM IMAGE AMBASSADOR IN CHINA ETIHAD AIRWAYS LAUNCHES NEW FULLY- UNITED AIRLINES PARTNERS WITH GETAWAY AT HYATT REGENCY CUSTOMIZABLE LUXURY SKINCARE LINE SUNDAY SHENZHEN AIRPORT ECONOMY RILEY AS NEW AMENITY KITS TAKE EXPERIENCE FLIGHT United Airlines customers now have an opportunity to experience Sunday Riley products made exclusively Etihad Airways has unveiled for the global traveler with the upcoming roll-out of new a major Economy transfor- amenity kits featuring what is frequently described as mation program starting a cult beauty brand. This new collection began its roll- with the cabin upgrade and out in April on board and in United Polaris lounges and refurbishment of 23 narrow- United Club locations with shower facilities. body Airbus A320 and A321 United offers three cabin-specific amenity kits featur- aircraft. The retrofit program, ing Sunday Riley products in United Polaris business which includes new person- class, United premium plus, and United premium trans- alized wireless streaming continental. Combined with airline’s industry-leading entertainment to smart- Polaris business class experience, this partnership phone and tablet devices, is provides customers with the amenities needed to feel scheduled for completion in refreshed while traveling. August this year. The airline South African Tourism launched Tourism China Region. is also introducing a new and the South African Tourism The Sound Museum displays a large improved Economy dining Inspired by Shenzhen’s local culture and the history Sound Museum Tourism Image number of sounds collected by Huang concept on all its flights. of this fast developing city, Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Ambassador of South African Bo while he traveled to South Africa, Etihad announced the Airport is providing a wonderland with one-stop services Tourism China Region Honors digitally building up a vivid image of new developments at for guests on a journey to relax and rejuvenate. Just an Ceremony in Beijing, on March 16, South Africa, visually and aurally, and Arabian Travel Market. As indoor pathway away from the airport, the hotel enjoys 2019. South African Tourism took making visitors feel like they are step- part of the airline’s overall beautiful sceneries – the vast ocean and an endless this opportunity to invite the media ping into the landscape there. For ‘Choose Well’ brand plat- stream of planes landing and taking off. Airplane lovers and the public to enjoy the sound example, the sound of elephants form, the campaign will drive come here for their hobbies, while Hyatt devotees of South Africa together. At the chewing, of birds tweeting, of walking greater awareness of Etihad’s come looking for the gourmet options they expect from same event, the well-known Chinese through woods, of ocean waves, and commitment to providing its the brand. Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Airport boasts 4 actor and director Huang Bo was many others are brilliantly captured. guests with greater control, restaurants and bars serving a wide array of dishes and honored with the title of Tourism Visitors can feel and be in tune with the choice, and value. beverages and offering beautiful decor. Image Ambassador of South African heartbeat of the rainbow nation.

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