Introduction to "Key Personalities"

Key Personalities

Behind every face there's a story waiting to be told

It's the people that make a place, and with a few simple questions the doors can open from the inside. Local characters reveal their secrets and shine a light on the places they call home.

"Key Personalities" travel beats by Eats & Retreats
  • Waves and WoksWaves and Woks

    Hawaii proves to be more than just big waves, smouldering volcanoes, and a laid-back shaka vibe.

  • Frida KahloFrida Kahlo

    Behind the walls of La Casa Azul in Coyoacàn, Mexico City, lived one of Mexico's most celebrated and troubled artists.

  • Girl Power on PhuketGirl Power on Phuket

    The statues at the island's largest roundabout guide many lost drivers, but who are they?

  • Good fortune in BaliGood fortune in Bali

    Since Julia Roberts graced its mystical shores, Bali's fortunes have improved considerably.

  • Low price to live largeLow price to live large

    AirAsia's CEO, Tassapon Bijleveld, has steered the airline from its first flight in 2002 to over 100 million passengers and counting.

  • Gaudi designsGaudi designs

    Architectural observations might not be considered a standard holiday activity, but in Barcelona, one artist makes it hard to resist.