Qatar Airways First Global Airline to Achieve 5-Star COVID-19 Safety Rating

Qatar Airways Becomes The First Global Airline In The World To Achieve A 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating By Skytrax

Qatar Airways has become the first global airline in the world to achieve the prestigious 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating by international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax.

The announcement follows a detailed audit, carried out by the Skytrax team in December 2020, which assessed how effectively and consistently the airline's stringent COVID-19 hygiene and safety standards and procedures are adhered to, from flight check-in to on-board aircraft.

This included a full review of procedural efficiency checks, visual observation of hygiene and safety levels at all stages of the passenger journey, and on-board Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) sampling tests to measure the potential level of contamination of contact surfaces.

The achievement of the Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating is in addition to Qatar Airways' home and hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA), recently being named as the first airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Safety Rating in December 2020.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: "As an industry leader and the 'World's Best Airline', as named by Skytrax, we are well-used to setting the standard for others to follow. We are delighted that our commitment to providing the most rigorous and comprehensive COVID-19 safety programme in existence within the global aviation community has been recognised with the Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating.

"This achievement highlights the fastidious measures and procedures Qatar Airways have employed to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our passengers throughout the global pandemic to date, and follows HIA's recent success as the first airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Safety Rating.

"It also provides assurance to passengers across the world that airline health and safety standards are subject to the highest possible standards of professional, independent scrutiny and assessment.

As Qatar Airways continues to deal with the ongoing impact and challenges of the COVID-19 crisis, we would like to reinforce the message that air travel does not need to be a source of concern to passengers.

"In the meantime, we look forward to continuing to provide the safest possible experience for travellers across the world, and expanding upon our role in assisting the recovery of the commercial aviation industry over the coming months."

Skytrax Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Edward Plaisted, said: "We congratulate Qatar Airways on being awarded with the highest 5-Star COVID-19 Safety Rating and being the world's first major airline to be certified at this level. Qatar Airways kept flying throughout COVID-19, taking over 3.1 million people home since the start of the pandemic, and it is this experience that enables them to deliver an excellent standard of health and hygiene safety measures to keep customers and staff safe."

Qatar Airways' on-board safety measures include the provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for cabin crew and a complimentary protective kit for passengers. Business Class passengers on aircraft equipped with Qsuite can enjoy the enhanced privacy this award-winning business seat provides, including sliding privacy partitions and the option to use a 'Do Not Disturb (DND)' indicator. Qsuite is available on flights to more than 45 destinations including Frankfurt, Kuala Lumpur, London and New York.

In addition, the airline also uses the most advanced HEPA air filtration systems on board all aircraft, and recently became the first global carrier to introduce Honeywell's state-of-the-art Ultraviolet Cabin System, operated by Qatar Aviation Services, as a further step in the cleaning of its aircraft. For full details of all the measures that have been implemented onboard and in HIA, please visit qatarairways.com/safety.

Qatar Airways currently operates more than 800 weekly flights to over 110 destinations across the globe.

By the end of March, Qatar Airways plans to rebuild its network to 130 destinations. With more frequencies being added to key hubs, Qatar Airways offers unrivalled connectivity to passengers, making it easy for them to change their travel dates or destination if they need to.

A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was named 'World's Best Airline' by the 2019 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation Skytrax. It was also named 'Best Airline in the Middle East', 'World's Best Business Class', and 'Best Business Class Seat', in recognition of its ground-breaking Business Class experience, Qsuite.

It is the only airline to have been awarded the coveted 'Skytrax Airline of the Year' title, which is recognised as the pinnacle of excellence in the airline industry, five times. In addition to this, Qatar Airways home and hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA) was ranked the 'Best Airport in the Middle East' and 'Third Best Airport in the World' by the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards 2020.

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ROSEWOOD HOTELS & RESORTS® RELEASES NEW BRAND FILM

ROSEWOOD HOTELS & RESORTS® RELEASES NEW BRAND FILM AS A TRIBUTE TO THE UNLIMITED WONDER OF TRAVEL

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts®, a global leader in luxury travel and lifestyle experiences, has debuted A Sense of Place®, the brand's newest film created in partnership with Studio Dangin, a creative agency renowned for its collaborations with the world's most influential fashion, lifestyle and fragrance brands. A stunning interpretation of Rosewood's guiding A Sense of Place® philosophy, wherein the distinctive ethos of the destination is woven into the identity of each property, the video celebrates the vibrant characteristics of the communities that comprise the brand's global footprint to inspire meaningful travel and togetherness in today's times.

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Directed by Pascal Dangin, esteemed photographer and CEO and chief creative officer at Studio Dangin, the short film takes viewers on a journey to Rosewood's destinations around the world, highlighting the brand's approach to hosting guests as an art form and the leading role that local culture and heritage play in the Rosewood experience.

Rooted in the notion that Rosewood is more than just a collection of premier hotels and resorts, but a facilitator of meaningful journeys, gatherings, and connections, the film speaks to the soul of today's traveler, igniting the pursuit of exploration, wonder, and possibility. Clips showcasing several of the collection's most iconic properties, as well as the larger land and cityscapes to which they belong, are accompanied by smart text overlays that communicate the wonder of travel and Rosewood's commitment to helping guests to capture them.

The film also features a prototype room filmed inside an abstract space as if it were a luxury fashion or beauty product. The serenity of the room is captured in delicate motion, textured with tranquil sounds, and juxtaposed against the film's scenes a fast-moving and busy world. The stylized model room symbolizes that Rosewood is more than a hotel; the sanctuaries exist to inspire gathering across cultures and experiences – to welcome, to share, to dine, and, together, to journey in discovery.

The result is a love letter to the countless excursions that await Rosewood travelers. "Our latest brand film beautifully showcases the vibrancy of cultures and communities that Rosewood is privileged to be a part of," says Sonia Cheng, chief executive officer of Rosewood Hotel Group. "Whether Paris or Phuket, Montecito or Manhattan, each of our destinations encourages a meaningful journey of discovery. As people begin to explore the world once more and look for ways to reconnect with both themselves and one another following this past year of isolation, we are proud to offer inspiration and bring people together over the exceptional experiences that only Rosewood can provide."

Qatar Airways to Operate World's First Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated Flight

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways continues to lead the recovery of international travel, operating the world's first fully COVID-19 vaccinated flight today. QR6421 will depart Hamad International Airport at 11:00 AM carrying only vaccinated crew and passengers onboard, with passengers also to be served by fully vaccinated staff at check-in. 

The special flight, which will return to Doha at 14:00, will showcase all the measures the airline has put in place to ensure the highest standards of safety and hygiene on board, including its latest innovation, the world’s first ‘Zero-Touch’ in-flight entertainment technology. 

The special service will be operated by the airline’s most technologically advanced and sustainable aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000, with the flight also fully carbon offset in line with the carrier’s environmental responsibilities. 

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker said: “Today’s special flight demonstrates the next stage in the recovery of international travel is not far away. We are proud to continue leading the industry by operating the first flight with a fully vaccinated crew and passengers and providing a beacon of hope for the future of international aviation. With aviation being a critical economic driver both globally and here in the State of Qatar, we are thankful for the support we have received from our government and local health authorities to vaccinate our staff, with over 1,000 vaccinations being administered per day.

"It is in Qatar Airways DNA to be at the forefront, setting the highest standards of safety and customer service. Before the pandemic, Qatar Airways became the first and only airline to be awarded the Skytrax Airline of the Year five times. When the pandemic hit its peak in early April, our airline continued flying to help repatriate millions of stranded passengers and transport essential medical supplies, while also implementing the latest innovations in biosafety and hygiene. As the vaccine rollout begins to gather pace worldwide, Qatar Airways remains committed to being the airline passengers and travel partners can rely on, operating one of the largest global networks to provide the connectivity needed to reunite families and friends and support global trade. "Qatar Airways Cargo has also played a vital role in maintaining a reliable schedule across our network of destinations. Since the onset of the pandemic, Qatar Airways has helped transport more than 500,000 tonnes of medical supplies and delivered close to 20,000,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines to over 20 countries."

Passengers onboard will be able to livestream the historic experience thanks to Qatar Airways' industry leading Super WiFi onboard that combines the latest technology from Inmarsat, SITA for Aircraft and Thales. To show its gratitude to those who have played key roles throughout the pandemic, Qatar Airways gave away 100,000 complimentary return tickets to healthcare workers and 21,000 to teachers around the world in 2020. Qatar Airways has become the first global airline in the world to achieve the prestigious 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating by international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. This follows HIA’s recent success as the first and only airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Safety Rating. These recognitions provide assurance to passengers across the world that airline health and safety standards are subject to the highest possible standards of professional, independent scrutiny and assessment. For full details of all the measures that have been implemented onboard and in HIA, please visit qatarairways.com/safety. Qatar Airways is the first airline in the Middle East to begin trials of the innovative new IATA Travel Pass 'Digital Passport' mobile app. IATA Travel Pass ensures passengers receive up-to-date information on COVID-19 health regulations at their destination country, as well as complying with strict global data privacy regulations to enable the sharing of COVID-19 test results with airlines to verify they are eligible to undertake their journey. A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was named 'World’s Best Airline' by the 2019 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation Skytrax. It was also named ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’, ‘World’s Best Business Class’, and ‘Best Business Class Seat’, in recognition of its ground-breaking Business Class experience, Qsuite. Qsuite is available on flights to more than 45 destinations including Johannesburg, Frankfurt, New York and Singapore. Qatar Airways is the only airline to have been awarded the coveted 'Skytrax Airline of the Year' title, which is recognised as the pinnacle of excellence in the airline industry, five times. In addition to this, Qatar Airways home and hub, Hamad International Airport (HIA) was ranked the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for the sixth consecutive year and ‘Third Best Airport in the World’ by the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards 2020.

JD News Roundup

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BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS 

JD Logistics JD has established Tibet's largest smart logistics center, after over 100 automated ground vehicles (AGVs) were put into use in the 27,000 square-meter logistics center in Lhasa, on Jun. 9. 

The AGVs are supporting the sales surge during the ongoing 618 Grand Promotion. JD is upgrading the service of its autonomous delivery vehicles during the ongoing 618 Grand Promotion period. Simultaneously, 30 new Level-4 autonomous vehicles were put into use in Changshu, Jiangsu province on Jun. 10. 

International Business JD launched its first cargo flight between China and the US on Jun. 7, following the recent launch of its China-Thailand charter flight in May 28. The China-US route will be an “end-to-end fully self-operated route to facilitate the transport of quality Chinese products to the US and vice versa,” said Stard Huang, president of JD International Logistics. 

Retail JD and Walmart have launched a new omni-channel marketing model called "Jing-Wo New Initiative," which will make use of JD's strength in omni-channel and supply chain middle platform to help brands integrate product launching resources across all channels, expanding new products' touch points and exposure among customers, and more. 

Walmart will leverage its 400+ stores across the country, its online stores including several Walmart flagship stores (both first-party and third-party modes) and more to support the program. As China’s income levels and quality of life rises, so too has its electronics consumption index, according to a new report released by JD Data Research Institute and Xinhua News Agency on Jun. 9. 

Consumers are paying more attention to product quality and being more willing to try and embrace new product categories. Technology "DC/EP has accelerated the cycle for currency settlements, thus lowering a company's operational cost," said Fei Peng, head of the DC/EP program at JD Technology, in an interview with Chinese National TV on June 8. JD Industrial Technology, a division under JD that provides enterprise clients with industrial products and services, has helped Guangzhou Property Management Industry Association build a digital procurement platform aimed at alleviating pressure of property management enterprises in the city in procuring protective supplies during the ongoing COVID-19 resurgence. 

Health JD Health announced plans to partner with Contract Research Organization (CRO) and other pharmaceutical companies on Wednesday (June 10) in Beijing to launch an online clinical trial patient recruitment center to further accelerate the process of new drugs approving and marketing, and make it convenient for patients to find clinical trial projects online both quickly and precisely

Pirata Group Announces Details of Inaugural PICI PASTA RUN

Pirata Group Announces Details of Inaugural PICI PASTA RUN First-of-its-kind virtual race has guests enjoying pasta while navigating to each Hong Kong-island Pici Pasta Bar, all for a charitable cause

香港餐飲集團 Pirata Group 今天以「Eat Pasta, Run Faster」的信念宣布將於 2021 年 6 月 26 日星期六舉辦首屆 Pici Pasta Run。以剛剛在堅尼地城開設第六間分店的Pici而命名，邀請客人身穿奇趣的團隊主題服裝穿梭於港島三間 Pici Pasta Bar，一同享受運動和意大利美食帶來的樂趣。 

參賽者可以透過 runnerreg.com 以四人一組報名，並從三個時段中選擇起步時間，以符合社交距離及令活動更安全。活動將以位於灣仔進教圍 16 號的首間Pici作為起點，每位參賽者都會在此獲得一份免費的新鮮手製意大利麵作為早餐補充能量。之後參賽者必須以自己的方法前往位於鴨巴甸街 24 號的中環Pici，在此可以享用經典意大利小食，然後可以選擇沿海旁前往位於加多近街 55 號的全新堅尼地城Pici作為終點，這裡備有飲品、甜點和更多驚喜.

Pici Pasta Run 將會是第一場不是以速度而決勝負的賽跑，勝出的反而會是最有創意和最別開生面地打扮的團隊，獎品包捨金獎—四人團隊每人一個月免費意大利麵、銀獎—每人一星期免費意大利麵，以及銅獎—免費早午餐，所有獎品均可在香港六間 Pici Pasta Bar 中換領，而所有完成三個關卡的參賽隊伍都會在活動結束後獲得一系列限定Pici紀念品和獎牌。

Pici Pasta Run 將開放給所有年齡和背景人士，費用為每位港幣200 元，所有費用將捐給本地註冊慈善機構Mind HK，該慈善機構致力提高香港大眾對心理健康的認知

緊湊結構 非凡表現 徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭設置全新基準

緊湊結構 非凡表現 徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭設置全新基準

徠卡相機公司發佈迄今為止光學性能最佳的M鏡頭-徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭。與大獲成功的徠卡APO-Summicron-M 50 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭一樣，這一次徠卡的產品設計師依舊恪守了「鑄就極致成像性能，絕不妥協」的原則，但是與以前不同的是，此次推出的新鏡頭採用了廣角的35mm焦段。這款成像細節銳利的鏡頭不止著眼於當下，它甚至可以匹配未來的感光元件。此外，徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭還是M系列鏡頭中唯一一款最近對焦距離近至30cm的鏡頭，配合它在極端光線條件下的出色表現一起，為創作者提供了更多的可能性。

如此卓越的性能離不開構造精密的鏡頭設計和徠卡相機工廠高精度的製造工藝。10塊光學鏡片被分排在5個鏡片組中——其中3塊是非球面鏡片（即3塊中的其中1塊為雙面非球面鏡片）。6塊光學鏡片由具備了局部色散性能的特種玻璃製成，這不僅能將色差降至幾乎為零，而且還提供了複消色差校正能力，使其成為35mm焦段中極少數具有複消色差的鏡頭之一。

得益於能夠確保鏡頭在所有對焦距離範圍內保持一致高素質表現的浮動鏡組，徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭在近距離拍攝中也能提供出色的成像。對焦環可以在300°的精準對焦環旋轉範圍內轉動，即便在對焦距離縮短時也可確保精確對焦。在使用取景器黃斑對焦時，鏡頭的最近對焦距離為70cm，在對焦環轉動到這一點時，會感受到輕微不同的阻力感。在70cm至30cm的對焦距離之間，攝影師可以通過實時取景模式下的相機顯示屏、Visoflex電子取景器或Leica FOTOS應用程序進行對焦控制。

鏡頭遮光罩的創新型結構與高效的防反射塗層使徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭足以抵擋任何類型的雜散光，攝影師可以直接對著日光或其他光源拍攝。不僅如此，色差、變形等光學缺陷也幾乎完全被校正。再加上極高對比度的邊緣成像，共同造就了最大光圈下出色的焦外成像質量。得益於11塊葉片的使用，光圈近乎正圓，因此即便光圈縮小，依舊無損畫質。

使用徠卡M鏡頭創作時，無需為了提高成像質素而特意縮小光圈，而是完全出於構圖需要，這一優點在徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭上更為突出。在最大光圈下，圖像中心和邊緣的成像品質已經極為出色，因此無需為了提高成像質量而縮小光圈。在性能如此卓越的前提下，徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭緊湊、輕便，搭配經典的紀實攝影焦段，這款鏡頭足以勝任任何情況的拍攝。徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭適用於當下與未來的徠卡M系列相機，亦可搭配徠卡SL2和SL2-S相機使用。

徠卡APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH.鏡頭即日起發售，建議零售價為港幣$64,800元正。

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瑰麗酒店集團推出全新尊貴私人會所CARLYLE & CO.

瑰麗酒店集團今日宣布旗下尊貴私人會所Carlyle & Co.於香港正式揭幕。這一地標性私人會所是瑰麗酒店集團最新品牌的全球首獻，代表了頂級私人會所領域的全新標杆。Carlyle & Co. 崇尚以人為本，旨在吸引擁有不同個性、熱情、興趣與經歷的人們會聚一堂，置身於華麗氛圍中，暫時忘卻個人社會地位或職業，尊享非凡的餐飲和生活方式體驗，以及精彩絕倫的文化和娛樂盛事。

同名於象徵著永恆經典的紐約瑰麗酒店 (The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel)，Carlyle & Co. 以堅定不移的誠信和一絲不苟的專注營造了一個生機勃勃的多元化社群。會員們通過彼此有趣的特質緊密相連，產生共鳴，共享人生的光彩綻放。 Carlyle & Co. 處於香港瑰麗酒店，並坐落於維港文化匯發展圈的中心地帶，擁有25,000平方呎私屬會所空間，從綠意盎然的戶外露台可盡覽香港致美風景。

會所設有音樂室、遊戲廳、私人理髮與裁縫服務、酒窖及小酒館等眾多華美空間，為交流、商務、美食和慶典營造至尊氛圍，提供日夜不間斷的會所體驗。充滿了傳奇色彩的Café Carlyle 65年來完美塑造經典夜間俱樂部，也將隨著Carlyle & Co.的揭幕首次在紐約之外耀眼亮相。會員們將在城中最私謐的舞台盡情觀賞炫動的現場娛樂表演。此外，會所在亦設有八間風格迥異的套房，為會員及其貴賓提供專享居停之所。 

 “紐約以其難以抵禦的魅力、獨特風格與無形魔力贏得了我的心。我無比激動可以在香港推出首間Carlyle & Co.私人會所，為更多的人們展現紐約瑰麗酒店的迷人特質。”瑰麗酒店集團首席行政總裁鄭志雯女士說。“Carlyle & Co.象徵著與時俱進的理念，為頂級私人會所領域樹立了獨特的標杆，致力於滿足人們對社群與聯繫的渴望。

” Carlyle & Co.由Studioilse的非凡室內設計師Ilse Crawford擔綱設計，既傳承了紐約瑰麗酒店的獨有風情，也同時擁有自身地域特色。由Jean Philippe Delhomme和 Christina Zimpel創作的壁畫充滿了奇思異想，讓人聯想起紐約瑰麗酒店的傳奇Bemelmans酒吧。8間以獨特設計風格為主的私人套房，都以圍繞著紐約瑰麗酒店歷史的傳奇人物命名，為我們尊貴的會員及他們的客人提供一個別樹一格的住宿體驗。 

Carlyle & Co.的會員構成豐富多元，其文化盛事亦多姿多彩，堪稱該品牌的靈魂。從頂尖的商業策略交流會、身心靈健康課程，到專業品酒會和創新研討會，獨一無二的會所體驗將點燃人們的熱情，激發智趣辯論。Carlyle & Co.是會員共聚、互聯並彼此啟迪的專屬天地，讓人們共享生活的精彩紛呈。

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徠卡相機與Sharp宣佈建立技術夥伴關係 在日本市場的智能手機攝影領域展開合作

徠卡相機公司與Sharp宣佈建立技術夥伴關係，並向日本市場推出首款與徠卡合作設計的AQUOS R6智能手機。兩家公司將在光學工程領域展開密切合作，一起開發創新解決方案，希望能為智能手機攝影帶來更為出色的成像質量。 與徠卡合作設計的AQUOS R6智能手機專為日本市場開發。這款智能手機搭載品質出眾的1英吋超大傳感器。與內部集成的徠卡鏡頭技術相結合，不但確保在終端設備上顯示優異畫質，還能輸出畫質出眾的影像作品。 

自1912年成立以來，Sharp一直致力於在眾多產品領域不斷創新。憑借領先的技術和對高品質和高設計標準的不變承諾，Sharp的產品一直具有出色的娛樂性、極高的便利性以及全新的視角。 100多年來，徠卡品牌一直是傑出攝影技術、出眾畫質和一流德國工業設計的代名詞。徠卡公司生產優質的相機和鏡頭，其精密工具總是能給各個攝影領域的專業攝影師和新用戶留下深刻印象。作為品牌文化的一個重要組成部分，徠卡公司一直舉辦各種各樣的活動，以推動攝影藝術發展。徠卡公司歷史悠久，從成立之初就致力於促進全球知名攝影師和新晉青年攝影人才的成長。 Sharp個人通信系統事業部總經理Shigeru Kobayashi表示：「我們很高興推出AQUOS R6，它擁有世界上最大的1英寸傳感器攝像頭。如果沒有徠卡相機公司的巨大貢獻，Sharp不可能取得這個里程碑式的成就。通過這個長期合作關係，我們兩家公司將為市場帶來具有出色拍照功能和用戶體驗的高品質智能手機。」 

「Sharp和徠卡都十分注重傳統，同時不忘追求技術創新，以求實現更高的品質。我很高興能與Sharp合作，並取得第一個成果——這款與徠卡合作設計的全新智能手機AQUOS R6。」徠卡相機公司大股東、全球監事會主席Andreas Kaufmann博士表示。 徠卡相機公司首席執行官Matthias Harsch補充道：「Sharp與徠卡之間的戰略技術夥伴關係表明，雙方對不斷推動技術可能性邊界有著共同的熱情。

與徠卡合作設計的智能手機AQUOS R6是基於我們共同制定的高標準，以及我們對絕不妥協的高質量的共同承諾，反映了我們合作的成功，在各方面都超越了日本用戶極高的期望。」 徠卡香港官方Facebook專頁：Leica Camera 徠卡香港官方Instagram專頁：leicacamerahk #LeicaCamera #LeicaCameraHK #LeicaHK

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SHOUT x NOIZ x YAS 全港首個 NFT 藝術展

香港首個 NFT 藝術展覽正式華麗登場！由 SHOUT Art Hub（SHOUT）& Gallery 和 NOIZ 及 YAS 微保險聯合舉辦，由即日起至 6 月 21 日， SHOUT 將於尖沙咀海港城的畫廊展出共 13 組 NFT 藝術展品。

NFT（Non-fungible token，非同質化代幣）是一種虛擬資產，其附有的智能合約具自動執行功能，買方與賣方在區塊鏈中的交易紀錄皆公開可見，故能做到防篡改及刪除。NFT 不僅能保障藝術創作的擁有權，更可為藝術家的創作心血創造更大的商業價值和珍稀度。SHOUT Art Hub＆Gallery 是首個結合 AR 代碼技術，將實物藝術品的真實性與防篡改區塊鏈技術聯繫的畫廊。 

SHOUT Art Hub & Gallery 是次聯乘 NOIZ 及 YAS 微保險，誠摯向大眾推廣 NFT 藝術作品，並為本地藝術家建立一個有助推廣其 NFT 藝術作品的平台。雙方首個 NFT 合作計劃是一場將實物藝術品與 NFT 技術相互結合的展覽。畫廊將展出由 Matt Gondek、Jerkface、Ron English、Parra 等知名藝術家創作的合共 13 套藝術作品，每件藝術作品均配上由 NOIZ 鑄造的 NFT。為讓大眾更容易進入 NFT 藝術市場，YAS 微保險更為是次推出的世界首個 NFT 微保險「NFTY」，為新手買家減低 NFT 藝術作品失竊和有所損失的風險，是次展覽中部分藝術作品更是由 NFTY 獨家承保，保障 NFT 藝術作品買家代幣失竊、 遺失或被黑客入侵等的損失。 

與此同時，為推廣 NFT 藝術教育，是次展覽將邀請到著名本地科技及數碼企業家 Andy Ann 安宇昭先生於 6 月 13 日（星期日）及 6 月 19 日（星期六）下午 2 時半至 3 時半，於展覽場地舉行講座，Andy 為 NOIZ 區塊鏈通訊和營銷技術平台、YAS 微保險及 NDN 多媒體廣告公司的行政總裁及聯合創辦人，屆時 Andy 將會分享各種有關 NFT 藝術的入門資訊，主題為：「NFT For Dummies - What’s an NFT?」。

Launching the homegrown ECO-sneaker label in Hong Kong

Launching the homegrown ECO-sneaker label in Hong Kong

Having been fully funded on Kickstarter, within 24 hours and incredibly reaching eight times their initial funding goal, LONO is ready to show everyone what it's made of and to challenge the status of quo with a ZERO-inventory retail model, the first of its kind in the industry. LONO is a pair of plant-based sneakers designed for a sockless and eco-conscious lifestyle. 

Thanks to TREE fiber, the natural odor-busting, breathability, and anti-bacterial properties are able to perform and translate directly to your feet. LONO is determined in making the transition from synthetic to organic, biodegradable materials. Their goal is to reduce waste and pollution while transforming sustainable resources into shoes with remarkable functionality. 

LONO’s amazing TREE-knit mesh: 100% plant-based fiber; 0% plastic / glue / animal LONO VIP launch 

When: June 22nd, 2021 

Where: The Hangout Cafe & Bar 18 Pok Man Street, Olympic LONO story, experiencing the LONO comfort and showcasing the LONO sneakers.

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XOVĒ and Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Harness the Power of White Truffles

XOVE and Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong Harness the Power of White Truffles for an Exceptional Beauty Experience - May 2021

Masterfully crafted by a team of leading scientists in Switzerland, XOVĒ's renowned efficacy comes from the precious white truffle – known as the tuber magnatum - a natural jewel packed with superoxide dismutase that promises optimal skin restoration, thanks to antioxidant properties that are 80 times greater than sheep placenta extract and 1,000 times more powerful than vitamin E.

In celebration of this collaboration, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong's Executive Chef, Christophe Sapy, and XOVĒ's brand founder, Gigi Ma, have created a delectable array of afternoon tea treats, spearheaded by a Truffle Croque Monsieur to delight diners.

Precious truffle is woven into a scrumptious, warm sandwich of ham and melted cheese, creating flavourful indulgence with every unctuous bite. This decadent set also features an assortment of sweet treats such as 1963 Mandarin Cheesecake, Yuzu Vanilla Tart, 66% Dark Chocolate Entremets, May Rose & Raspberry Cake and a range of refined finger sandwiches, accompanied by the hotel's iconic, freshly baked classic and raisin scones, served with Mandarin Oriental's signature Rose Petal Jam and clotted cream.

During the promotion, guests who order the XOVĒ White Truffle Treasure Afternoon Tea will receive a complimentary voucher to redeem an exclusive skincare set valued at HKD1,274 at the beauty brand's Indulgence Hall pop-up store on the hotel's Mezzanine floor. The set includes a Treatment Essence, a Cellular Brightening Activator, a Recovery Mask, cosmetic bag and a HKD50 cash voucher to shop at the XOVĒ eshop and the Indulgence Hall pop-up store.

Available at Clipper Lounge and Café Causette located on the hotel's Mezzanine floor, the XOVĒ White Truffle Treasure Afternoon Tea is priced at HKD736* per set for two persons. Afternoon tea at Clipper Lounge is served from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 4:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays and public holidays; and 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Afternoon Tea at Café Causette is served from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Click here for the full menu.

For more information and to make reservations, please call +852 2825 4000 or email mohkg-restaurants@mohg.com. *Prices are subject to 10% service charge. XOVĒ Staycation Room Package Indulge in timeless luxury with the ultra-relaxing XOVĒ Staycation room package.

This pampering package includes the ultimate five-star stay experience, with a wide range of privileges which include a complimentary XOVĒ White Truffle Premium Revitalization Set valued at HKD1,557 and a personal invitation to experience the exclusive 50-minute White Truffle Treasure Facial Treatment at the beauty brand's Indulgence Hall pop-up store on the hotel's Mezzanine floor and an Intense RF Tightening Eye Treatment.

For room reservations, please call +852 2522 0111 or email mohkg-reservations@mohg.com. All privileges are subject to availability where terms and conditions apply.

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong Appoints Golin Hong Kong to Lead Communications

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong Appoints Golin Hong Kong to Lead Communications on the Hotel's Transformation Relaunch in 2021

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong has appointed Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG) agency Golin, to lead all communications activities in 2021 focusing on the transformation of the hotel, including renovated guest rooms and the launch of a new bar and lobby café, all of which will be unveiled in phases this year. 

As the hotel’s first major transformation since its inception in 2005, Golin Hong Kong will be providing strategic consultancy on media and influencer outreach for local and regional media in Hong Kong, while GolinMagic in mainland China will be supporting on digital and social media. 

Bill Taylor, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, comments, "Our new partnership with Golin is particularly exciting, as it marks the beginning of a new journey. Here at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, we pride ourselves in setting the hospitality benchmark and creating new standards within the industry. We are excited to share the news of our transformation, and look forward to working closely with the Golin team who offers a wealth of knowledge of the industry and market." 

Carol Yeung, Vice President at Golin Hong Kong, says, "Our team is tremendously excited to support Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong as they transform their already extraordinary property. The hotel is such an iconic landmark to the city, and we look forward to strengthening and amplifying its vision further with our expertise in the luxury hospitality, F&B and lifestyle sectors." Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong marks the latest client to join Golin Hong Kong’s growing luxury hospitality clientele.

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Pacific Place Presents Works by British Conceptual Artist Michael Craig-Martin

Pacific Place Presents Works by British Conceptual Artist Michael Craig-Martin Including Three Unique Sculptures

Pacific Place Presents Works by British Conceptual Artist Michael Craig-Martin

Continuing its fervent support of the arts in Hong Kong, Pacific Place is excited to present Michael Craig-Martin at Pacific Place from 19 May to 9 June as part of Swire Properties Arts Month 2021. This year also marks the ninth consecutive year of Swire Properties' partnership with Art Basel Hong Kong. Three unique sculptures by Michael Craig-Martin, a principal figure in British conceptual art, will be exhibited for the first time in an indoor space at Pacific Place, together with another of the artist's works, Royal Academy Flags1.

Visitors to Pacific Place will be the first to enjoy the sculptures before they move on to be displayed at Taikoo Place and then find a permanent home at Taikoo Li Qiantan in Shanghai. Standing at imposing heights of 2.5 to 4 metres, Michael Craig-Martin's three powder-coated steel sculptures, Bright Idea, Headphones (blue) and High Heel (pink), are prominently displayed in Pacific Place. Above them, suspended from the roof of Garden Court, hang his Royal Academy Flags1.

Together, the sculptures and flags highlight the poetic and emotional potency of everyday objects, probing the relationship between object and image. Their vibrant colourway creates a striking presence against the backdrop of Pacific Place, with passers-by given the opportunity make their own personal interpretations of each work. "Bright Idea, Headphones (blue) and High Heel (pink) depict instantly recognisable objects from contemporary life, emphasising their formal beauty, functional integrity and cultural significance,"

Michael Craig-Martin explained. "Through graceful lines formed from powder-coated steel, they give the impression of floating effortlessly above the ground. The delicate contours of these sculptures allow the viewer to look through them to the landscape beyond, playing upon the relationship between drawing and sculpture, line and scale."

Theresa Leung, General Manager of Pacific Place, said: "As part of our commitment to making art part of everyday life, we are excited to showcase Michael Craig-Martin's compelling works to mark the return of Swire Properties Arts Month.

Highlighting our desire to offer unique first-time experiences at Pacific Place, the highly anticipated indoor debut of Bright Idea, Headphones (blue), High Heel (pink) and Royal Academy Flags1 aims to challenge our perceptions of typically mundane objects, elevating them from the ordinary to the extraordinary." Join us at Pacific Place and ignite your bright ideas, with all the exciting first time experiences available during Arts Month.

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Liang Yi Museum presents Family Silver: Highlights from the Liang Yi Collection

Liang Yi Museum presents Family Silver: Highlights from the Liang Yi Collection

Liang Yi Museum is pleased to present Family Silver: Highlights from the Liang Yi Collection, a landmark exhibition presenting 150 sets of historic silver from the 18th to 20th century, drawn solely from the Museum’s permanent collection. The largest of its kind in Hong Kong, the exhibition will showcase this rare metal's heritage, design and craftsmanship, explore the lineages of generations of silversmiths; and trace how silverware functions as family heirlooms. Family Silver: Highlights from the Liang Yi Collection will open on 16 June 2021. 

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Silver has long been used in the East and West, both as a type of currency and as a canvas for extraordinary workmanship.

This precious material has been praised for its beauty, intrinsic value, flexibility and durability for centuries. This exhibition provides a rare opportunity for audiences to explore the Museum's preeminent silverware collection's artistic, social and historical significance. Acquired over three decades, Liang Yi Museum’s collection of silver comprises more than 500 sets. The curators have chosen only a quarter to be displayed, and for many of the objects, it will be their first time in the spotlight after their acquisitions into the Museum’s collection. 

The Museum’s collection consists primarily of French and British silver from the 18th and 19th centuries – a particularly fecund period for silversmiths, and one in which silver was available in previously unheard-of quantities in the New World, and at the height of fashion in both the New and Old Worlds. Silversmiths of unparalleled skills such as English masters Paul Storr (1770–1844) and Benjamin Smith (1764-1823) and his sons; as well as the French Jean-Baptiste Claude Odiot (1763–1850) created true masterpieces during this time. Common phrases such as “born with a silver spoon in your mouth” suggests that - in the Occident at least - this material has been collected by the wealthy as an expression of power since ancient times. 

The ancient Greeks and Romans used silver coins as portable wealth; and throughout the many wars and revolutions in history, silver was valued as much for its liquidity (melting down the family silver); as for its artistic applications. In 18th and 19th century Europe, silver was another area of patronage for the rich, who commissioned multitudes from silversmiths. The tradition of aristocratic families commissioning silver to mark important occasions such as weddings, births and deaths makes it the perfect anchor to inspire a greater understanding of pivotal events and historic moments in time. 

Each piece recounts a story that constitutes our most immediate connection to the past. Family Silver is divided into nine sections: lighting; writing; dining; display; toilette; coffee and tea service; alcohol service; vanities; and a special section dedicated to Asian silver. Highlight galleries include a recreated Chinoiserie reading room; a dining hall that illuminates the evolution of dining traditions in the West; and interactive galleries that teach visitors how to read hallmarks and coats of arms. 

Key exhibits include a pair of candelabra made in 1837 presented to Howe Peter Browne, 2nd Marquess of Sligo (1788-1845) by the slaves he emancipated in Jamaica; and a 19th-century silver-gilt tray with Napoleon I's coat of arms (1769-1821): both pieces are not only major artistic accomplishments in their own right, but also demonstrate the major historical events silver pieces have witnessed. The intricate designs and meticulous construct; in addition to the marks and inscriptions on these objects, each brings their fascinating history to life. The exhibition invites visitors to explore the social dynamics and economic contexts within which silver was commissioned, produced and used; and examines the perception and value of silver that has evolved from the age of industrialisation. 

From the livelihood of silversmiths and the guild system; to the commissioning of silver pieces; and finally, the use of silver placed in its historical context – all are instrumental in appreciating both silver’s tangible and intangible associations. The exhibition is a testament to Liang Yi Museum’s commitment to showcasing the best design, craftsmanship, and heritage examples. Known for one of the world's largest and best-curated collections of Chinese antique furniture, along with a premier collection of European vanities, the Museum’s recent exhibitions provide a notable insight into its evolving collections of Japanese works of art and Western historical silver. 

The Museum aims to continue fostering cross-cultural dialogues, nurturing the knowledge and understanding of heritage and its relationships to contemporary life, and serving as a platform for creativity and inspiration through curated exhibitions and dynamic educational programmes. A fully illustrated catalogue edited by Liang Yi Museum and Daniel Roberts featuring over 200 highlight silver sets from the Museum's collection, with essays written by Christie’s Head of Silver, Harry Williams-Bulkeley; art historian Dr. Joanna Longden; and French Empire silver specialist Dr. Karolina Stefanski, will accompany the exhibition.

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The APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH sets new benchmarks

Maximum performance in a compact construction: The APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH sets new benchmarks

With the APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH., Leica Camera releases yet another M-lens whose optical performance can hardly be bettered. As with the successful APO-Summicron-M 50 f/2 ASPH., the designers were given just one brief: to achieve maximum imaging performance without compromise – the only difference being that this time, the lens in question has a moderate wide-angle focal length of 35 mm. 

The result is a lens whose sharp detail rendition will challenge not just current, but also future image sensors; in addition, the APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. is the only M-lens with a closest focusing distance of just 30 centimetres, which – in conjunction with the high light sensitivity – opens up a host of new compositional possibilities. This exceptional performance capability is made possible by the elaborate lens design, combined with the high-precision manufacturing processes at the Leica production plant. The ten lens elements are divided into five groups; three elements feature aspherical surfaces (one of them on both sides). 

Six elements are made of glasses with anomalous partial dispersion, which not only reduce chromatic aberrations to almost zero, but also provide apochromatic correction – a quality that is rarely found in lenses of this focal length. 

The APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. also delivers outstanding results at close range, thanks to a floating element that ensures a consistent performance at all distances. The focus ring has a particularly large throw of 300°, enabling precise focusing at all times despite the extended closest focusing distance. Via the rangefinder, the lens can be focused at a distance as close as 70 cm – at which point a slight resistance can be felt on the focus ring. At distances between 70 and 30 cm, the photographer can optionally focus via the camera’s display screen in Live View mode, the Visoflex electronic viewfinder, or the Leica FOTOS app. 

The innovative construction of the lens hood, in combination with highly effective anti-reflective coatings, makes the APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. extremely resistant to any type of stray light – allowing the photographer to shoot into the sun or other sources of light. Optical flaws such as chromatic aberration and distortion are almost entirely corrected. 

This – together with the extremely high, edge-to-edge contrast rendition – facilitates an especially pronounced bokeh at open aperture. Seeing as the aperture is almost circular (thanks to the use of eleven blades), this effect is also retained when the lens is stopped down. Even more than any other M-lens, the APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. only has to be stopped down for compositional purposes – never for exposure control. The rendition quality at the centre and edges of the image is already so outstanding that there is no scope for further improvement by stopping down. Despite its exceptional performance, the APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. is both compact and light-weight. With its classic reportage focal length, this is a lens for every photographic situation that can be used on any current and future model of the M series, as well as the Leica SL2 and SL2-S. The APO-Summicron-M 35 f/2 ASPH. is immediately available at specialist stores as of now for HKD$64,800.

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The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong & The Ritz-Carlton Spa

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong & The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong Named Five-Star Hotel & Five-Star Spa in Forbes Travel Guide's 2021 Star Awards

The Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong & The Ritz-Carlton Spa

Forbes Travel Guide ("FTG"), the only global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants and spas, today announced its 2021 Star Awards, presenting The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong with a new Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star hotel award, and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong with a Five-Star spa award. The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong will be featured with all of the Star Award winners on ForbesTravelGuide.com.

"We're honored to be crowned with five stars by The Forbes Travel Guide. This signifies our hotel and spa are among the finest establishments in the world delivering guest service and experiences beyond expectations," said Pierre Perusset, General Manager of The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong. "This achievement truly echoes our service philosophy – to provide the finest personal service and facilities for our guests. Our Ladies and Gentlemen will continue to focus on creating unique, memorable and personal experiences that stay with guests for life."

Forbes Travel Guide is the world-renowned authority in genuine Five-Star service, and The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Hong Kong are the latest additions to its illustrious annual Star Rating list. Properties were inspected prior to the pandemic and when regional restrictions allowed for the safe return of guests.

"These 2021 award winners are a testament to the resiliency of the hospitality industry," said Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide. 

"During an unprecedented time, these top properties adapted to numerous adversities all while maintaining high service levels and ensuring the health security of their guests and staff."

He added, "We hope that these excellent properties will inspire travelers for when they are ready to venture out on their next trip."

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PURE launches PURECAST - digital yoga and fitness content

PURE launches PURECAST – digital yoga and fitness content for everyone, everywhere – with free access for those in quarantine

Digital Yoga

With thousands of people across the globe being required to quarantine post-travel - and those returning to Hong Kong having to endure the longest 21-day hotel quarantine in the world - PURE Group, Hong Kong’s leading premium lifestyle brand, has unveiled its extensive digital content offering with PURECAST. 

Providing a range of free online yoga, fitness, meditation and wellness content that includes live-streamed and on-demand classes, the platform is the comprehensive solution for both local and international quarantiners, Hong Kongers and everyone across the globe – with a mission to help people lead a happy and healthy lifestyle. 

PURECAST is a pioneering English-Chinese digital content and service platform that extends PURE’s in-person group classes, private dance and Pilates sessions, online learning and workshops via live-streaming and on-demand services. With no geographical limitations, it allows access to anyone in regions where PURE 360 App is available. 

With over 220 yoga and group fitness live-streaming classes per week led by seasoned yoga, fitness and wellness experts who possess more than 15 years of experience from PURE, PURECAST is the free and user-friendly one-stop solution for 21-day hotel quarantiners to stay fit and keep motivated. Classes are live-streamed from PURE Yoga Starstreet Precinct and can be accessed thereafter for 5 days via the replay feature. 

For on-demand access, users can log-in to PURECAST360.com and browse the expansive range of yoga and fitness content. 

To take advantage of the special free trial, quarantiners need only submit details of their quarantine status, such as a government letter or a copy of their flight boarding pass. Once submitted, a link will be sent to their personal email giving them access to the PURECAST subscription and its library of classes in varied styles, levels and duration. Those in Hong Kong and around the world who are not quarantining can also access PURECAST. From today, anyone can sign up for a 7-day free trial to the streaming service, followed by a 14-day subscription for only HK$94 per week. 

Hong Kongers have had to cope with almost six months of fitness facility closures. Even though gyms are now open, PURE is working vigorously to bring quality workouts and yoga classes directly to one’s home so that it is widely accessible to everyone. As a leader in the fitness and yoga world, PURE recognises that exercise plays a critical role in uplifting the physical and mental health of a community and the fight against disease. 

Consequently, the Group is continuing to develop exciting ways to share physical, mental and wellness content through digital means, expanding online fitness classes and introducing professional yoga and fitness instructors to live-streaming and on-demand services. Visit PURECAST360.com to learn more. 

For FREE ACCESS to world-class yoga and fitness during mandatory quarantine visit : shop.purecast360.com/hk/en/3weeks Sign up for 7-day trial or 14-day subscription, please visit: shop.purecast360.com/hk Providing Quarantiners with Nutritional Fuel Understanding how important nutrition is to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, nood food – the official food brand of the PURE Group – is offering a special quarantine offer now. Quarantiners can choose from an extensive variety of nutritious and delicious meals and snacks, all made with natural ingredients and without preservatives or additives. For details please visit: shop.allnood.com/collections/quarantine-special-offer

The Leica Gallery Wetzlar presents Jacob Aue Sobol Arrivals and Departures

The Leica Gallery Wetzlar presents Jacob Aue Sobol Arrivals and Departures

From April 21 to June 27, 2021, the Leica Gallery Wetzlar is presenting Arrivals and Departures, an exhibition by the Danish photographer, Jacob Aue Sobol.

© Jacob Aue Sobol （Photo Credit: Steve McCurry)

The Arrivals and Departures series by Danish photographer Jacob Aue Sobol (born 1976), was produced during his trip from Moscow to Beijing, on the Trans-Siberian Railway. However, there were virtually no opportunities to take pictures along the way, and the atmosphere on the train did not live up to Sobol's expectations. Consequently, he decided to spend a couple of days respectively in Moscow, Ulaanbaatar, and Beijing. He was inspired by many new impressions and photographed landscapes, street scenes, and, above all, people he met at the time. Sobol's motifs are powerful and emotional; his portraits, in particular, seem radical and direct. 

Closely cropped, the images convey a familiarity and often intimate closeness with his new friends. For the photographer, the journey through Russia, Mongolia, and China was also a journey to his own self. At the same time, Sobol sees the motifs as an invitation to the viewer to consider the images as a reflection of one's own feelings.

For Sobol's expressive, high-contrast black and white imagery, revealed in his landscape motifs and portraits, the Leica M Monochrom, which he used for the first time in 2012, turned out to be the perfect travel companion. The photographer effortlessly succeeded in continuing to produce his unique, raw aesthetics, but now in digital format.

Current information on the opening hours of the exhibition “Arrivals and Departures" can be found on the Leica homepage: https://uk.leica-camera.com/Leica-Galleries/Leica-Gallery-Wetzlar/About-us-Gallery-Wetzlar
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見證兩個世界級城巿的變遷 1950年代攝影作品展

見證兩個世界級城巿的變遷 1950年代攝影作品展

Witness the changes of two world-class cities 1950s photography exhibition

信和集團（「集團」）與黃廷方慈善基金共同舉辦1950年代攝影作品展：《瑪喬麗．多格特鏡頭下的新加坡　李福志鏡頭下的香港》，展覽由歷史遺珍攝影基金會策劃，並獲新加坡駐港領事館支持，將於2021年4月1日（星期四）至2021年5月30日（星期日）在信和廣場開放予公眾參觀。

新加坡駐港總領事符秀麗女士表示：「是次展覽有兩個重要意義。首先，在大家熱切期待開展旅遊氣泡、重新恢復實體旅遊之時，我很高興能夠透過這次的展覽，讓香港朋友認識新加坡的歷史文化，藉著藝術和攝影作品讓我們跨越時間及地理的界限。李福志生於新加坡，我相信從他的角度看香港也別具意義。此外，新加坡與香港一向關係密切，香港不僅是新加坡人最大的海外聚居地之一，我們在經濟和人與人之間的聯繫牢固。

Witness the changes of two world-class cities 1950s photography exhibition

是次展覽更能凸顯兩地文化交流，我們希望透過展示兩個城巿於1950年代拍攝的照片，展現彼此在藝術、文化和歷史背景的相似之處，從而激發更多教育及文化交流機會，進一步拉近兩個城巿之間的關係。」 信和集團集團總經理暨黃廷方慈善基金董事黃敏華女士表示：「這次歷史照片展覽對信和集團和黃廷方慈善基金意義重大，我們的祖父黃廷方先生於1960年代在新加坡創立家族事業，50年前把業務擴展到香港，並創辦信和集團。我們希望透過這次展覽，分享亞洲這兩個世界一流城巿的共同歷史與傳承，亦很高興藉此為社會及公眾提供充實並具教育意義的活動。

Witness the changes of two world-class cities 1950s photography exhibition

這些紀實照片將帶領大家踏上時光之旅，呈現東西融合﹑傳統與現代結合的城市面貌，讓我們重拾往來香港及新加坡旅遊的熱情。」 是次展覽將分別呈獻早期女性攝影師瑪喬麗．多格特（Marjorie Doggett）鏡頭下，1954至1957年的新加坡城市面貌，以及自學成師的攝影師李福志於同期攝下的香港街景及當代車輛。照片將帶領參觀者穿越時光隧道，了解香港和新加坡兩地於1950年代的共同歷史回憶。 

Witness the changes of two world-class cities 1950s photography exhibition

瑪喬麗．多格特和李 福志的照片均攝於超過半世紀前，呈現出1950年代新加坡及香港的景色，見證了兩地經濟轉型的關鍵時期。參觀者將透過這些照片看出當時的歷史背景及建築特色，從50年代德輔道、中環和軒尼詩道的街頭面貌，到當年長洲海傍、元朗平原稻米種植及客家村落等新界鄉郊風情。與此同時，參觀者亦能從瑪喬麗．多格特的照片中認識1950年代的新加坡面貌，包括當時紅燈碼頭拱道下的富麗敦大廈、萊佛士書院、新加坡河兩傍的特色倉庫，以及哥烈碼頭的十九世紀建築物。

Witness the changes of two world-class cities 1950s photography exhibition

照片中不少地標都見證著兩地的歷史性時刻，令作品更顯彌足珍貴。 是次展覽由攝影師及攝影歷史專家艾思滔（Edward Stokes）策劃，他對二十世紀中期的亞洲照片甚有研究，擅於用文字描述每位攝影師的生平故事及時代背景，為每張照片賦予故事。2019年，艾思滔與歷史遺珍攝影基金會及新加坡NUS Press共同出版了攝影書集《Marjorie Doggett's Singapore》，展示了大量多格特當時從未曝光的照片。

同年，艾思滔亦與新加坡富麗敦酒店及新加坡舊國會大廈藝術之家合作舉辦攝影展覽，向大眾呈獻多格特的代表作。 展覽策展人及歷史遺珍攝影基金會創辦人艾思滔先生表示：「2019年於新加坡舉辦的展覽十分成功，我很榮幸能把展覽帶到香港，再次呈獻瑪喬麗．多格特的作品，同時加入李福志的作品，呈現兩地城市面貌的鮮明對比，並透過他們緊密連繫又極富感染力的故事，紀念兩位已故攝影師。」 展覽期間亦設一系列免費教育導賞團供公眾及學校登記參與，將介紹兩地的歷史、建築風格、著名建築物及城市面貌變遷。

是次作品於信和廣場展出後，部份精選作品將於四至六月在香港舉行巡迴展覽，包括中環．石板街酒店、灣仔利東街、尖沙咀皇家太平洋酒店、荃灣荃新天地及西九龍奧海城。如欲了解展覽及導賞團詳情，請瀏覽https://www.sino.com/tc/50th-anniversary/。

HSBC Women's World Championship set for April return

HSBC Women's World Championship set for April return

Defending champion Sung-hyun Park and World No.1 Jin-young Ko have confirmed on International Women's Day that they will head what is set to be a star-studded field when the HSBC Women's World Championship returns to Sentosa Golf Club, Singapore from 29 April to 2 May this year. Joining them in the elite field will be fellow South Korean and two-time winner of the tournament Inbee Park, major winner Danielle Kang from the U.S. and five-time LPGA Tour winner, Minjee Lee of Australia. 

Recognised as one of the premier golf events in Asia, the HSBC Women's World Championship marks a welcome return for professional women's golf to Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region after its one-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. 

Sung-hyun Park's 'Namdalla' fan club now boasts over 11,000 members worldwide. Translated from Korean to English, 'Namdalla' means 'I am different' and that is certainly the case for this self-taught player with one of the most admired swings in the game. 

She has been a trailblazer since arriving on the LPGA Tour in 2017, claiming the first of her two majors at the US Women's Open together with the LPGA Tour's Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year awards in her debut year. Cool, calm and collected, she returns to Sentosa ranked No.11 in the world and will be keen to add to her tally of seven LPGA Tour wins.* "I'm excited to be coming back to Singapore to defend my HSBC Women's World Championship title. 

It was an exciting final day in 2019 and I managed to put in a strong fourth round to take the championship. The HSBC Women's World Championship is one of my favourite events on Tour and we are all very grateful to HSBC and the Singapore Tourism Board for all their efforts in ensuring this year's tournament takes place. I had immense support out on course in 2019 so I'm looking forward to getting back out there and playing my best golf," said Sung-hyun Park. Jin-young Ko will be looking to find the same form that propelled her to the top spot in the world rankings in her last full season on tour. Combining raw talent with consistency, she made no less than 12 top-10 finishes in 2019, including four wins and two majors.

Tying for third at the HSBC Women's World Championship, the 25-year old will surely be backing herself to claim the top prize in 2021. Champion in 2015 and 2017 and LPGA Hall of Famer, Inbee Park needs little introduction. With 20 LPGA Tour wins under her belt, seven majors and an Olympic gold medal, she knows better than anyone what it takes to win and will be one to watch on the Tanjong Course. Danielle Kang returns to Singapore having come ever so close in 2018, before having to settle for tied-second place behind compatriot and friend Michelle Wie. Currently ranked fifth in the world, she too will see this as an opportunity to build on her five LPGA Tour victories to date.

And while Minjee Lee might not have the home club entourage that usually follows her from Western Australia to Singapore each year, a second place finish in 2019 will be all the encouragement she needs to go one better this year. With safety restrictions set to remain in place until after the tournament, HSBC Women's World Championship 2021 will be a limited attendance event. Prioritising the safety of players, officials and corporate guests, organisers are working with the Singapore Tourism Board and relevant authorities to finalise health and safety protocols for every aspect of the tournament, including adhering to prevailing safe management measures (SMMs) pre and post-event.

Despite the challenges brought about by the pandemic, fans will still be able to look forward to the intense competition and thrilling action that the tournament has become known for over the years. Speaking about the return of the tournament to the city state, Tony Cripps, HSBC CEO, Singapore, said: "The HSBC Women's World Championship is our flagship event in women's golf and we are thrilled to have recently announced our ongoing commitment as title partner of the event. Hosting this tournament in one of HSBC's most important international hubs showcases our firm commitment to Singapore and women in sport. As the world celebrates International Women's Day on 8 March, we are truly proud of how HSBC Women's World Championship has opened up a word of opportunity for women and girls.

For the past 14 years we have brought world-class golf to Singapore through our support of 'Asia's Major' with the long-term aim of inspiring the next generation of talent in the region. We succeed together and we are enormously proud of what we have achieved with our partners and look forward to many more years of collaboration and opportunity." Mr Keith Tan, Chief Executive, Singapore Tourism Board, said: "The HSBC Women's World Championship is one of the key highlights of Singapore's major sporting calendar that has gained a huge following locally and around the world. We are pleased to work with the organisers to welcome the world's best golfers back to compete on our shores safely. The return of the event to Singapore is a strong testament to Singapore's attractiveness as a leading business and leisure destination, as we gradually resume activities in line with the public health situation and prevailing travel polices."

Lauded as the World's Best Golf Club at the 2019 World Golf Awards and the world's first golf club to join the UN's Sports for Climate Action Initiative, Andrew Johnston, General Manager of Sentosa Golf Club, said: "We are very happy to be welcoming the players back to Sentosa Golf Club and we can't wait to watch them compete again on the The Tanjong. With some modifications and as the course continues to mature, the players will notice some difference from when they last played and I'm confident The Tanjong will once again provide a true test of golf. The tournament was greatly missed last year, so we look forward to seeing the world's best women golfers return to our fairways again this year." Speaking on behalf of the tournament organiser, Grant Slack, EVP & Managing Director, Golf Events at IMG added: "We're delighted to announce the return of the HSBC Women's World Championship. Over the years the tournament has grown to be one of the stand-out events in Asia and I know how disappointed we all were not to be able to host the Championship in 2020 when COVID-19 stopped play so this is exciting news and an event we all anticipate eagerly. I'd like to express our gratitude to all our partners for the unwavering support they have shown over the past year and a particular thanks to our title sponsor HSBC, as well as Sentosa Golf Club and Singapore Tourism Board. We look forward to another successful edition of the tournament this year."

Partners of the HSBC Women's World Championship that have committed to the 2021 edition are: Rolex, Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford, Lexus, Singapore Airlines, Under Armour, ECCO, Epson, PengWine, Ice Mountain, 100PLUS and Aon. The 2019 HSBC Women's World Championship was won by Sung-hyun Park who joined a list of champions that includes Michelle Wie, Inbee Park, Paula Creamer, Karrie Webb, Ai Miyazato and Lorena Ochoa.

For more information on the HSBC Women's World Championship 2021 and all the latest news, visit the tournament website at www.hsbcgolf.com/womens

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Leica D-Lux 7 Street Kit

Leica D-Lux 7 Street Kit: The perfect choice for spontaneous street photography

Leica D-Lux 7 Street Kit

The black-finish variant of the Leica D-Lux 7 is now also available as part of a Street Kit, whereby the compact allrounder is complemented by a handgrip, additional black paracord camera strap by COOPH, and a spare battery. The light-weight set is an ideal choice for travel and street photography alike. For ultimate spontaneity and convenience, the lens is protected by an auto lens cap with an ingenious opening mechanism – which means that the photographer no longer has to remove the lens cover prior to shooting.

The Leica D-Lux 7 featured in the Street Kit offers the same technical specifications, multi-faceted functions, and intuitive operating concept that distinguish the serially produced model. Equipped with the light-sensitive zoom lens Leica DC Vario-Summilux 10.9–34 f/1.7–2.8 ASPH. (Equivalent to 24-75mm in the 35mm format) and a Four Thirds sensor, the high-performance compact camera delivers outstanding image quality in all shooting situations.

Features such as touchscreen operation, Bluetooth technology, or in-camera charging via the USB port make the Leica D-Lux 7 an extremely flexible camera which gives the photographer a great deal of freedom, and the ability to capture the decisive moment. Thanks to the straightforward connection with the Leica FOTOS app, the Leica D-Lux 7 can be operated remotely via smartphone; the app also enables the fast and direct transfer of images to iOS and Android devices.

The images can then either be instantly shared on social media platforms or edited beforehand. The Leica D-Lux 7 Street Kit is immediately available at specialist stores as of now for HKD$12,000.

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在Pirata Group以免費無限暢飲Drinks on Us享受久違的微醺晚上

Drinks on Us

Drinks on Us

為慶祝晚餐時段回歸，Pirata Group帶來前所未有體驗。由2月18日至2月28日的周日至週四，只需於晚餐時段預訂嚐味餐單，即可免費升級無限暢飲”Drinks on Us”。而午餐時段的免費無限暢飲”Drinks on Us”亦同時繼續，只要在周一至周四預訂午餐套餐，即可享受免費暢飲的樂趣。 

午餐”Drinks on Us”：周一至周四午餐套餐 晚餐”Drinks on Us”：周日至周四晚餐嚐味套餐新一年，就到Pirata Group以美食和美酒送舊迎新！

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徠卡Q2「Daniel Craig x Greg Williams」聯名相機： 獨家打造奢華特別版

Daniel Craig x Greg Williams

Daniel Craig x Greg Williams

徠卡相機公司發佈了一款特別版相機——徠卡Q2 「Daniel Craig x Greg Williams」限量聯名相機。該相機由屢獲殊榮的演員丹尼爾·克雷格（Daniel Craig）和英國著名攝影師格雷格·威廉姆斯（Greg Williams）攜手參與設計，後者因擅長以紀實風格捕捉荷里活的經典瞬間而備受讚譽。Greg Williams從Daniel Craig飾演第一部007電影開始就為他拍攝照片，創作了一系列幕後花絮、創作特輯，以及眾多Daniel Craig的電影海報。

Daniel Craig和Greg Williams都十分熱愛攝影，且都是徠卡品牌的忠實粉絲，本次合作可謂是水到渠成。 Daniel Craig說：「對於我來說，Q2是一部完美的相機，它不需要任何的改進。能有機會與徠卡以及我的朋友Greg Williams一起創造出這部不凡的相機，我倍感榮幸。」 Greg Williams說：「在拍攝《新鐵金剛智破皇家賭場》﹙Casino Royale）時，我和Daniel Craig因為對相機的共同熱愛一拍即合。Daniel拍攝了許多美麗的照片，眼光獨到；而對我來說，徠卡Q2相機仿佛是我的一部分——我的頸上永遠掛著一部。

能與Daniel和徠卡團隊合作推出這款限量版Q2相機，對我來說意義非凡。」 徠卡Q2「Daniel Craig x Greg Williams」聯名相機在技術參數上與常規版徠卡Q2相機相同，獨特而優雅的設計則有別於常規版。黑金兩色為這款相機奠定了基調，機身和鏡頭上所有的刻印都鑲有金漆。相機的名稱和限量序號首次以激光刻印在了相機顯示屏的玻璃蓋下。另一個顯著的改變是徠卡標誌：機身上的徠卡圓點標誌史無前例地由傳統的紅底白字變成了黑底金字，令徠卡Q2 「Daniel Craig x Greg Williams」聯名相機極具辨識度。 相機背帶由高品質植物染色的納帕皮革制成，背帶上印有徠卡標誌，以鍍金的金屬圈與相機連接。

機身上則採用相同材質的優雅菱格紋皮革作為飾皮。每套相機和配件都裝在特別設計的翻蓋式禮品盒當中，禮品盒上亦印有金色字體，並飾以黑色絲綢裡襯。徠卡Q2 「Daniel Craig x Greg Williams」聯名相機即日起於各地徠卡門店及授權經銷網絡發售，全球限量750套，建議零售價為港幣$57,800元正。 

 徠卡香港官方Facebook專頁：Leica Camera 徠卡香港官方Instagram專頁：leicacamerahk #LeicaCamera #LeicaCameraHK #LeicaHK

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在抗疫期間煲劇並探索劇集取景的著名景點

在抗疫期間煲劇並探索劇集取景的著名景點

在抗疫期間煲劇並探索劇集取景的著名景點

在抗疫期間，全球多數人都必須留在家裡。許多人開始把心靈寄託在小螢幕，暫時逃離現實，喘一口氣。在旅遊被限制的那段期間，人們極需安慰與分散注意力，故絕大多數香港旅客（97%）*都花了些時間尋覓假期靈感，甚至有三成（30%）的旅客每週都會查看一次潛在旅遊目的地。僅管在這段空前危機期間，一切旅遊計劃都要暫時擱置，不過能趁此機會盡情觀賞喜愛的電視節目，確實讓人對許多旅遊景點留下深刻印象，並打算在解除旅遊限制和全球疫情穩定後前往遊覽。

在抗疫期間煲劇並探索劇集取景的著名景點

從斯萊戈（Sligo）這個絕美城鎮上演的現代愛爾蘭愛情故事，到生氣蓬勃的馬德里發生的離奇銀行劫案，Booking.com 從熱門劇集整理出一系列必遊景點，讓喜愛旅遊的人加入願望清單，等到疫情穩定後再遊覽一番。 南韓首爾 煲劇的港人都熱愛韓劇 。熱門 Webtoon（數碼漫畫平台）之前推出過一部韓劇，劇情描述在某個平行時空裡，有一款應用程式可偵測到附近對自己有好感的人。這部韓劇吸引了全球一眾劇迷，許多網絡觀眾已引頸期盼下一季的推出。

如同大部分現代韓劇，首爾也是這部影集的主要場景，搶眼的摩天大廈勾勒出迷人的都會景致，首都首爾現在已成為全球熱門景點。想探索首爾成為各大影劇拍攝地點的原因，來此一遊絕對不會讓您失望，這裡多姿多采的景點和活動定會令人興奮不已。 住宿推薦： Hotel28 Myeongdong（明洞 28 酒店）是所有劇迷必住的酒店，每層樓都經過精心設計，並展示了許多受電影啟發的藝術作品。這間坐落在明洞市中心的豪華精品旅館設有各式雅緻舒適的客房，毗鄰熱鬧的購物區和必遊景點，能讓旅客感受首爾的年輕氣息。

美國加利福尼亞州蒙特雷 加州蒙特雷除了因為成為史坦貝克筆下的小說場景而著名，最近也因為在一部熱門劇集中而爆紅，劇集出現一段沿著鬼斧神工的太平洋海岸拍攝的風景道路，也在當地的原始海灘取景，成為劇中的慢跑場景。蒙特雷位於加州繁華的中部海岸，距離三藩市以南約兩小時車程。在這齣講述一名殺人犯撼動富裕社區的劇集中，蒙特雷就是故事場景。劇集中美得令人屏息的背景，在現實世界中也同樣令人嘆為觀止。

在 1 號公路的地標大蘇爾大橋（Big Sur bridge）上駕駛，或沿著漁人碼頭悠閒漫步，順便欣賞附近的海獅與水獺，景色美到令人窒息。 住宿推薦： 如果想體驗劇集主角的奢華生活，Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa（蒙特利廣場酒店及水療中心）提供世界級服務，蒙特利灣的優美景致與劇集出現的風景片段如出一轍，酒店旅客甚至可享有專屬的私人海灘。蒙特雷當地的文化遺產定會讓遊客陶醉不已，只要步行一小段路，就能抵達罐頭廠街（Cannery Row），在這條閒適恬靜的海邊街道可感受到豐富的歷史文化。 

 西班牙馬德里 西班牙首都以精美大道和修剪整齊的花園而廣為人知，現在也成為某些劇迷的指標景點，因為西班牙皇家造幣廠（Royal Mint of Spain）就位於馬德里。這部劇集的粉絲對精心策劃的銀行搶案劇情著迷不已，更想在疫情穩定後親身遊覽西班牙皇家造幣廠，並在造幣廠的常設展 Museo Casa de la Moneda 中一窺其歷史淵源。但造幣廠正面卻和劇迷的想像有所落差，因為這部熱門劇集實際上用了西班牙國家研究委員會（CSIC）總部當作造幣廠外觀場景。 住宿推薦： 相信不少劇迷都會對西班牙高等科學研究委員會（CSIC）十分熟悉，從這裡步行一小段距離就能抵達Barceló Emperatriz（巴塞羅帝國酒店）。

這間酒店富麗堂皇，設有充滿時尚品味的客房及現代化裝潢設計。酒店位於馬德里繁華的薩拉曼卡市區核心地帶，19 世紀大道的兩旁林立著各種高級餐廳和設計師精品店，別具特色。 德國柏林 德國柏林也出現在最近的熱門電視劇集之中。這齣劇集中，主角與保守的宗教文化格格不入，更深受奉旨成婚之苦，最後逃到柏林，這裡的都會文化和音樂表演都令她著迷不已。劇集大部分取景自柏林十字山區（Kreuzberg），這裡二手店鋪和愜意的咖啡館林立，但也有一幕精彩場景將鏡頭帶到更西邊，也就是歷史著名的熱門游泳景點萬湖（Wannsee Lake）。 

 住宿推薦： Berlin Base Apartments 位於十字山區，看過影集的人絕對能夠立刻認出這個區域，因為這裡到處都是色彩繽紛、綠樹成蔭的街道，公寓提供品味非凡的客房，並設有舒適宜人的陽台，讓房客能夠在探索城市一天後好好放鬆。熱門景點格爾利茨公園就距離公寓幾分鐘路程，這裡有座兒童農場，也附設一些運動和足球場地，因而成為當地居民的休閒好去處。 英國西蒙茲亞特（Symonds Yat) 寂靜村莊西蒙茲亞特坐落於威爾斯邊界附近的赫里福德郡，最近因為成為一部喜劇影集的取景地而聲名大噪，這部劇集講述一群青少年在高中的青春期生活。

這部必追劇集中有大量場景都在此地拍攝，包括威河谷地（Wye Valley）的廣闊無垠的樹林景色和蜿蜒的威河（River Wye）風景。這座風景如畫的村莊適合漫步觀景甚至是遊船河，沿途可看到一座座美麗的房屋和小酒館。解除旅遊禁令時，西蒙茲亞特能提供各式玩樂活動，是個老少咸宜的好去處。 住宿推薦： Ye Old Ferrie Inn（老渡輪旅館）坐落在恬靜的威河河畔，這間別具一格的 15 世紀酒館設有明亮寬敞的客房，旅客更可飽覽河畔絕美景致。遊客有豐富的活動選擇，可以沿河川划獨木舟、在離酒館不遠的小徑漫步賞景，附近還可以騎馬。 

 愛爾蘭斯萊戈郡 這部講述一對愛爾蘭悲劇戀人故事的暢銷小說翻拍成劇集，首播當週就吸引數百萬名觀眾串流播放。故事發生在愛爾蘭斯萊戈郡，全劇結合了當地美麗的景致，觀眾可以看到斯萊戈郡的海灘以及綠草如茵的鄉村風光，也難怪大家會將愛爾蘭列入必遊景點清單。除了觀賞這部介紹斯萊戈郡美的劇集外，也推薦大家親身到當地探索美麗景致，這裡散發著濃厚的中世紀氣息，例如可以參觀斯萊戈修道院（Sligo Abbey），並欣賞雕刻精美的陵墓與 15 世紀的祭壇。 住宿推薦： Down Yonder Boutique B&B 位於斯萊戈郡的心臟地帶，駕車一小段路程就能到達斯達（Streedagh Point）、提靈街（Teeling Street）、聖約翰大教堂（St John the Evangelist Church）和 Killoran’s Pub 等刻集中出現的標誌性景點。這間典雅別緻的旅館適合想到鄉村充電的旅客，並可盡情探索斯萊戈郡和周遭風景如畫的地區。 *由 Booking.com 委託進行的研究，對過去 12 個月內曾因商務旅行或休閒旅遊，且未來 12 個月內計畫出遊（若／一旦旅遊限制解除後）的成年人進行樣本調查。

共有來自 28 個市場的 20,934 位受訪者（美國 999 位、加拿大 496 位、墨西哥 497 位、哥倫比亞 997 位、巴西 999 位、阿根廷 499 位、澳洲 995 位、紐西蘭 499 位、西班牙 999 位、意大利 996 位、法國 996 位、英國 999 位、德國 996 位、荷蘭 498 位、丹麥 499 位、瑞典 499 位、克羅地亞 498 位、俄國 1,001 位、以色列 498 位、印度 997 位、中國 994 位、香港 499 位、泰國 497 位、新加坡 496 位、台灣 499 位、南韓 997 位、越南 500 位、日本 995 位）。受訪者於 2020 年 7 月完成線上意見調查。

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Qatar Airways Offer Passengers Touch-Free In-flight Entertainment

Qatar Airways to Become the First Global Airline to Offer Passengers 100% Touch-Free 'Zero-Touch' In-flight Entertainment Technology

Qatar Airways is pleased to soon become the first global airline to offer passengers 100 percent Zero-Touch technology for its award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system across the A350 fleet as part of the airline's latest COVID-19 safety measures. 

The Zero-Touch technology, introduced in partnership with the Thales AVANT IFE system, will enable A350 passengers to pair their personal electronic devices (PEDs) with their seat-back IFE screen by connecting to 'Oryxcomms' Wi-Fi and simply scanning a QR code displayed on the screen. They can then use their PEDs to navigate and enjoy more than 4,000 options on offer through the airline's award-winning Oryx One in-flight entertainment system, limiting the frequency of on board surface contact and providing greater peace of mind throughout the duration of their journey. 

Qatar Airways is also set to become the first airline in Europe and the Middle East and North Africa region to offer passengers in Business and Economy the option to pair their personal Bluetooth headphones with the on-board seatback IFE system in all cabins on the Boeing 787-9 fleet. 

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, His Excellency Mr. Akbar Al Baker, said: "As an industry leader in the fight against COVID-19 and the first global airline to recently achieve a 5-Star rating in the coveted Skytrax Airline Safety Rating, Qatar Airways is committed to ensuring the highest standards of safety and hygiene on board its aircraft at all times.

"The introduction of the state-of-the-art Zero-Touch technology, and enabling passengers to use their personal Bluetooth headset on board is an important step in taking our already rigorous and stringent COVID-19 precautions to another level, limiting passenger surface contact and preventing any possible spread of infection on board.

"We hope it provides yet further assurance of the safety of air travel, as well as offering passengers on board increased confidence that they are enjoying the most consistently advanced customer experience available in the sky."

Qatar Airways recently became the first global airline in the world to achieve the prestigious 5-Star COVID-19 Airline Safety Rating by international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. This follows HIA's recent success as the first airport in the Middle East and Asia to be awarded a Skytrax 5-Star COVID-19 Airport Safety Rating. These recognitions provides assurance to passengers across the world that airline health and safety standards are subject to the highest possible standards of professional, independent scrutiny and assessment. For full details of all the measures that have been implemented onboard and in HIA, please visit qatarairways.com/safety.

The national carrier of the State of Qatar continues to rebuild its network, which currently stands at over 130 destinations. With more frequencies being added to key hubs, Qatar Airways offers unrivalled connectivity to passengers, making it easy for them to change their travel dates or destination if they need to.

A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways was named 'World's Best Airline' by the 2019 World Airline Awards, managed by Skytrax. It was also named 'Best Airline in the Middle East', 'World's Best Business Class', and 'Best Business Class Seat', in recognition of its ground-breaking Business Class experience, Qsuite. The Qsuite seat layout is a 1-2-1 configuration, providing passengers with the most spacious, fully private, comfortable and social distanced Business Class product in the sky. Qsuite is available on flights to more than 45 destinations including Johannesburg, Kuala Lumpur, London and Singapore. It is the only airline to have been awarded the coveted 'Skytrax Airline of the Year' title, which is recognised as the pinnacle of excellence in the airline industry, five times.

Oryx One, Qatar Airways' in-flight entertainment system offers passengers up to 4,000 entertainment options from the latest blockbuster movies, TV box sets, music, games and much more. Passengers can also stay in touch with their friends and family around the world by using the award-winning airline's on-board Wi-Fi and GSM service.

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Pirata Group's New Restaurant - TMK Rap & Rolls

TMK Rap & Rolls

TMK Rap & Rolls

TMK Rap & Rolls 正式於灣仔開幕 Hip Hop文化碰撞日式美饌 Pirata Group帶來第二間手卷店 一直帶來高質素的美饌配以親民不做作的飲食體驗，Pirata Group再次送上驚喜。繼旗下以手卷和清酒為主軸的TMK Punk and Rolls外再為TMK此品牌多添一員，同樣以音樂結合美食，TMK Rap & Rolls正式在灣仔星街小區面世，為城中帶來最新潮的用餐熱點。 TMK Rap & Rolls令人目不暇給的裝潢是Pirata Group第一個由內部室內設計團隊一手一腳打造的項目。餐廳洋溢著Hip Hop文化和活力，並參照了其在音樂史上的黃金時期。

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以四十個復古音箱組成的牆身、進場時耳目一新的霓虹燈、以80年代在布朗克斯派發的傳單和偶像例如Grandmaster Flash，Public Enemy和LL Cool J為藍本的插圖、壽司櫃檯旁飾有超過500盒懷舊和特別訂製的卡式錄音帶牆、餐廳中央的雲石清酒長枱等等，每處都是視覺盛宴。這種矚目的風格進一步延伸至室外，由Elsa Jeandedieu Studio創作的壁畫以經典Hip Hop巨星The Notorious B.I.G.和Salt-N-Pepa配搭歌詞覆蓋整個餐廳外牆，令人歎為觀止。 一輪視覺享受後，TMK Rap & Rolls以精緻日式美饌滿足味蕾。

新餐廳沿用TMK的傳統，把經典日本手卷以嶄新方式詮釋，而菜式亦巧妙地以Hip Hop命名。熱門手卷不論是經典軟殻蟹和油甘魚配番茄，或是TMK獨家的吞拿魚熱狗、烤帶子和三文魚玉米餅等，都令人垂涎三尺。除了TMK招牌手卷，日本料理當然少不了新鮮刺身和壽司，TMK Rap & Rolls更帶來以近年大熱的夏威夷魚生飯為基礎的料理，如West Coast—以醬腌三文魚、牛油果、炸豆腐等配上椰菜沙律的「碗料理」，加上小食、炸物和分享餐點，不管是獨自一人或與三五知己都能盡興。店內亦提供「Fat Beats」嚐味餐單（每位HKD348），為想一嚐多種滋味的老饕而設。 

TMK Rap & Rolls是Pirata Group首間在2021年亮相的新成員，集團將會在上半年推出多四家新餐廳，包括在堅尼地城迎來第六間意大利麵餐廳Pici及在赤柱推出全新意大利式烘焙Pane e Latte。於上環的TMK Punk & Rolls則繼續於周日晚上1700起和周末1130起營業。

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POTTED CHRYSANTHEMUMS

POTTED CHRYSANTHEMUMS THE LARGEST FLORAL PAINTING BY SANYU FEATURING PINK FLOWERS AND BLUE BRANCHES

Following the announcement of "We Are All Warriors - The Basquiat Auction," Christie's 20th/21st Century Art department is proud to unveil another important masterpiece that will be offered at auction in Asia this spring: Potted Chrysanthemums by Sanyu.

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This still-life is the largest floral painting by the artist to feature pink blossoms set against vibrant blue branches and is one of the few important late-period still life works still held in private hands, making it exceedingly rare. Within Sanyu's oeuvre, there are only five paintings that depict delicate pink chrysanthemums offset against peacock blue branches and leaves.

Among them, Potted Chrysanthemums is the largest of the five, and the work exemplifies Sanyu's ability to evoke colours inspired by Eastern culture.

Early works by Sanyu focus on the exploration of form, while later works display a bolder investigation of colour. Potted Chrysanthemums is thus a stunning example of Sanyu's mastery of colour, and the expressive potential of hue.

Building upon the world auction records for Sanyu's portrait, still-life and animal-subject paintings achieved over the past three consecutive seasons in Hong Kong, Christie's once again presents a museum-quality masterpiece to international collectors.

These results testify to clients' trust in Christie's expertise - unrivalled in the current international marketplace - and widespread confidence in the global market for modern and contemporary art, as Christie's strives to deliver only the highest quality works to the global collecting audience.

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