So it’s time to put the silly hats and streamers away because the holidays are over and we’re back to business. Actually for me, it’s time to put the sunblock and bathing suit back in the closet because I won’t be needing those for the next few months in Russia. I just spent the last couple weeks traveling around Southeast Asia, one of the coolest regions on Earth – right after Russia, of course. Anyway, find out what I thought was cool in Bangkok.

And speaking of international travel, another woman who’s been exploring the world is our cover girl, Dasha Subbotina. In this LifeStyle exclusive, Subbotina talks about her adventures that she’s had while hosting "Around the World" on the Rossiya television channel.

Keeping with our international theme, a LifeStyle restaurant guru tried out one of Moscow’s newest and best Indian restaurants, Khajuraho, and found it stood up to its reputation.

There’s much more in this issue, but I’ll stop talking and let you get your read on.

Marissa Payne, Editor, editor@lifestyle.ru