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With the festive season drawing ever nearer, everyone is surely wrapped up in a flurry of Christmas shopping. If you’re at a loss for something meaningful to give to those nearest and dearest to you, though, fear not as <a href="https://www.montblanc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Montblanc</a>, the rightly-renowned German manufacturer of luxury watches, writing implements and accessories, has curated a special selection of elegant gift ideas to suit even the most discerning among your inner circle.
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For calligraphy-loving sophisticates, <a href="//www.gafencushop.com/montblanc-travel-popup-store/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Montblanc</a> offers several stunning, beautifully-designed collections of writing instruments. First up, there’s the limited-edition Walt Disney Collection – created as an homage to legendary storyteller, Walt Disney – which will surely inspire writers both young and old to pursue their literary dreams. Then there’s the Meisterstück Calligraphy Collection. Inspired by the diverse cultures of our world, it aims to elevate the art of hand lettering through its innovative new nib design, the Flexi Nib.
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Inspiring a new generation of space explorers, meanwhile, is Montblanc’s StarWalker Collection, which marks the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing. Available in ballpoint, fineliner and fountain-nib versions, the 12 new pens all pay homage to the intense experience of space exploration. Here, the translucent blue cap-dome dome calls to mind nothing so much as planet Earth rising gracefully above the lunar horizon.
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Sophisticated jetsetters, meanwhile, will surely enjoy any of the countless travel accessories on offer this festive season. Take, for instance, the Meisterstück Urban luggage collection, with its bold urban appeal, or the more rugged Montblanc Extreme 2.0 line, which boasts an innovative blend of carbon fibre, leather and metal for the ultimate travel durability. If nostalgic appeal is what you’re looking for, there’s even a retro ’80s-inspired Meisterstück Soft Grain Mix Tapes Capsule Collection, replete with cassette tape motifs proudly printed on its fascia.
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Haute horology enthusiasts are also catered for, with several gorgeous models, ranging from the cutting-edge Summit 2 Golden and Brown Color Steel smartwatches to the Heritage 1858 line of vintage explorer-motifed timepieces on offer for both male and female collectors.
If that’s still not enough to round out your holiday gift list, there’s also a veritable treasure trove of leather goods, a digitised notepad in the form of The New Augmented Paper + and even an EXPLORER fragrance to choose from as well. Merry Christmas!

Happy Holidays with MontBlanc

Luxury luggage brand TUMI heads northwards to Scandinavia for its Fall 2018 collection. Inspired by the stark aesthetics of the Scandinavian landscape, the latest collection is all about minimalism and functionality.
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Playing with colours, fabrics and textures have been an inherent part of TUMI’s DNA. This time, the brand experiments with prints as well – be it a variation of the camouflage print or a modern interpretation of the classic floral print. But the emphasis is – as always – on durability and functionality. Nowhere is this better defined than in the Latitude collection. Made from an ultra-durable material called SRPP Ballistic™ – TUMI’s own innovation – these suitcases strike the perfect balance between extreme strength and feather-light weight.
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Apart from travel luggage, TUMI’s collections of men’s and ladies’ daily luggage are also completely in sync with the diverse needs of the modern globe-trotter. With the multi-tasker in us juggling different roles daily from attending a business meeting in the morning to hitting the gym after work, the TUMI bags keep up with élan, thanks to their easy versatility and multipurpose design.
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TUMI travels to Scandinavia for Fall 2018 collection

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Borne out of a common passion for a fast-paced life, world travel, car racing and a zest for luxury, Ventris is the brain child of three forward-thinking young men. What started as a friendship between this group of young people took off as an entrepreneurship that promises to give the world a beautiful, new luggage brand named ‘Ventris’.
Influenced by the founders’ love for racing cars, the Ventris luggage is completely made of carbon fibre, the same extremely expensive material that goes into making the fastest racing cars in the world.
As superlight as it is durable, carbon fibre is one of the strongest materials in the world. Carbon fibre has some unique properties, including high stiffness, high tensile strength, low weight, high chemical resistance, high temperature tolerance and low thermal expansion. These properties make it popular not only among racing car makers, but also makes it valuable in fields of aerospace, military and civil engineering.
While there are a few other luggage makers who use carbon fibre partially, Ventris uses carbon fibre in almost all the components of its luggage. Light, durable and sturdy, Ventris luggage is just the right companion for the modern global jet-setter!

Ventris luggage: Your perfect travel companion

For Charles Pang, Executive Director of the Canadian International School of Beijing, success is more than just academic…&nbsp;
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You grew up in Canada. What do you recall of those years?
I moved to Toronto when I was about five or six and went to boarding school there, which proved to be one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. Some of the people I met during that time became lifelong friends.
What brought you back to Hong Kong?
You could say that I never really came back to Hong Kong. After university, I headed off to join the family education business in Beijing. It was only after I got married that I started to spend more time in Hong Kong, largely because my wife – and then, later, my kids – lived here.
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Initially, your family was heavily involved in the textile sector, but then switched into education. What triggered such a dramatic change?
Around 1994, my father was part of Team Canada, a business delegation invited to meet Li Peng, then the Chinese Prime Minister. One of the issues discussed was the possibility of exporting the Canadian education system to China. With Li’s blessing, we then launched the Canadian International School of Beijing (CISB), with my father as one of the founders. Today, CISB has more than 30 branches across China, catering mainly to the expat community.
Do you see your schools as having had an impact on China’s education system overall?
Education in China is very much focused on the gao kao, the National Higher Education Entrance Examination, an approach that I find quite one dimensional. Typically, the teacher speaks and the student just listens. In our schools, the teacher is more of a guide, rather than forcing education on students.
We also took a lead in terms of technology. Some 10 years ago, we were the first to bring Smart Boards into the classroom. Now, nearly all of the schools in China have followed our lead.
Over recent years, the education sector has been transformed. What do you see as the most dramatic change?
When we started CISB 16 years ago, education was not at all technology-based and everything was still taught in a traditional fashion. Now, the internet has become an integral part of the educational process.
This is to the extent that we rarely use blackboards or whiteboards anymore, with many schools set to become entirely paperless. Similarly, homework and assessments can now be submitted online, with teachers able to instantly award grades and provide feedback. It also allows parents to go online and check grades in real time.
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Moving on, you’ve now ventured into the luggage sector…
Ah, Ventris; it’s an aspirational lifestyle brand. The concept came about two years ago and then a few of us got together and informally launched the brand. Initially, we were just making luggage for family and friends but, after a few people commented on its commercial potential, we decided to get more serious about it. The brand has been under development ever since, with an online launch planned very soon.
The luggage sector is famously competitive – what do you see as Ventris’ USP?
It’s made from carbon-fibre, the same material racing cars are built from. As a result, it’s super-sturdy, yet very light. While we hope it will appeal to those who enjoy a fast-paced, jet-set lifestyle, it’s not going to be mass-produced. It’s a bespoke line for a distinctly niche clientele. We definitely won&#8217;t be going up against TUMI, Rimowa or any of the other big brands.
Does that complete your business portfolio or do you have other plans?
Well, I have just opened a restaurant in Causeway Bay – the Phó Metro.&nbsp;We also have a number of new schools opening this year – two in the US and two in Canada. Just as we brought Western education to China, we’re now looking to export Chinese language and culture to North America, with the Chinese Ministry of Education being one of our key backers. It’s also partly about giving the children of Chinese ex-pats the opportunity to learn about their own language and culture.
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In terms of teaching your own children, what are the most important values you have sought to instill in them?
For me, it’s important that they grow up well-mannered and considerate. I am actually okay if they don’t turn out to be too academically-inclined. I am a great believer in the importance of kids being kids.
Right now, I see a lot of ‘tiger’ parents in Hong Kong, mums and dads who are constantly pushing their kids to over-achieve at school. Many of them are packing their kids’ after-school hours with endless extra-curricular activities and supplementary tutoring, with their children having little say in it.
I feel most Hong Kong kids don&#8217;t really get the freedom to enjoy their childhood. While I was growing up in Canada, we really had the chance to be ourselves and kids need that. They shouldn’t be burdened with their parents own unfulfilled ambitions.
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Overall, then, do you see yourself as a laid-back parent?
No, not laid-back, but I do want my children to realise their full potential in as natural a way as possible. Of course, that doesn’t mean there are no ground rules. While I ensure that homework is done, I don’t force them to do things they don’t like. Inevitably, if you force your children into learning something they have no interest in, they will never excel at it.
Finally, as a successful entrepreneur with several businesses under your belt, what advice would you give to those looking to follow in your footsteps?
As an entrepreneur, you should never be afraid to fail. Not all businesses will succeed, and failure is part of the learning process. On top of that, you need a good business plan, solid finances and a willingness to work very hard indeed. Above all, though, learn from your mistakes and apply that knowledge to your next venture.
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The full version of this interview appears on Gafencu Magazine&#8217;s March 2018 print issue as &#8220;Class Act&#8221; by&nbsp;Suchetana Mukhopadhyay. You can download the <a href="//www.gafencushop.com/gafencu-luxury-lifestyle-magazine-app/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">free app</a> for digital editions of the magazine.

Charles Pang on failure, ‘tiger parents’ and educating China

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Just in time for the holiday season, Rimowa, the renowned purveyors of the finest quality travel luggage, has released its Salsa Cabin Multiwheel model – now available in matte Carmona red with a Christmas tree motif in a snowflake-like relief. With a 32-litre capacity this special edition Salsa Sport Multiwheel is said to be perfect for that last minute Christmas getaway, ensuring there is enough room in your luggage for any gifts you are distributing and, more importantly, for all those gifts you will be returning with.
<a href="http://www.rimowa.com">www.rimowa.com</a>

Rimowa rolls out Yuletide luggage

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Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, 19 Degree – the latest bespoke aluminum luggage collection from Tumi – is just the ticket. This unique range features a reinforced frame design, with two snap closures for carry-on bags and three snap closures for check-in bags.
This light-yet-sturdy collection comes in a wide selection of carry-on and check-in sizes, all with secure TSA locks. So whether you are travelling light or setting off on a long-haul flight, the 19 Degree is a perfect fit.
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Happy Holidays with MontBlanc

TUMI travels to Scandinavia for Fall 2018 collection

Ventris luggage: Your perfect travel companion

Charles Pang on failure, ‘tiger parents’ and educating China

Rimowa rolls out Yuletide luggage

New age luggage is just the ticket for business, pleasure travellers

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Happy Holidays with MontBlanc

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Ventris luggage: Your perfect travel companion

Charles Pang on failure, ‘tiger parents’ and educating China

Rimowa rolls out Yuletide luggage

New age luggage is just the ticket for business, pleasure travellers