Inside the Business Traveller Asia-Pacific June issue

In the June issue of Business Traveller Asia-Pacific, out now, we take a look at the wealth of new startup airlines that are rapidly gracing the global aviation industry – and more than a few of them are based in Asia.

As we enter the summer months, our cover story looks towards Switzerland’s Alpine region – renowned for its skiing in winter but equally appealing during the warmer season. Activities are plentiful here when the snow melts away and five-star hotels are in abundance. Add to that the fact that rates are up to 50 per cent lower than in the peak winter season and there’s plenty to recommend the Swiss Alpine region for a summer sojourn.

Also inside, Mark Graham takes a look at three cities a short distance away from each other – Shanghai, Hangzhou and Suzhou – that make east China an alluring destination for business and leisure travellers alike. Big business abounds in Shanghai and Hangzhou, with finance and technology in particular being key industries, yet both Hangzhou and Suzhou offer Unesco-listed sites that demand experiencing. Graham takes you through what each of the three cities has to offer.

Heading south to China’s Guangdong province, we give you a round-up of the key new and upcoming hotel openings in the Pearl River Delta, quickly become known as the “Greater Bay Area”. Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Zhuhai are all seeing a wealth of landmark new hotel openings, and we take you through the ones to keep an eye out for.

Also in Asia, Amar Grover explores the thriving north Indian city of Lucknow, which is steeped in history and awash with incredible culinary offerings to explore. He takes you through the sites and stories that have helped define this beautiful city.