As the business world prepares to get moving again, here are 10 things that you might have missed about Thailand during the past 12 months. From its sunny disposition to its trade and innovation, quality of life and sustainable development, there’s much to look forward to on your next trip.

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The time for Thailand

Five generations after Giovanni Gaja founded his eponymous winery in the Piedmont town of Barbaresco, the family continues to produce some of Italy’s best vintages. Their uncompromising commitment to quality is helping to maintain one of the world’s finest vintners.

Gaja: the next generation of winemakers

We shine a spotlight on entrepreneurship in Armenia. Yerevan’s boulevards are lined with magnificent Soviet architecture but venture beyond the imperious façades and you’ll find a busy start-up scene and well-funded art centres. Armenia shows how a small nation can benefit from building strong ties to its powerful diaspora.

Yerevan’s open doors

Long before environmentalism became a popular concern, Henrik Marstrand created Mater, a Danish furniture company that prides itself on timeless pieces with sustainability at the core. Marstrand’s entrepreneurial spirit and faith in the circular economy is changing perceptions of good design.

Mater: designed to last

We land in the capital of Sichuan province in China for a tour of its delights, from spicy hotpot to leafy neighbourhoods.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/xzWtlO7iP4Y" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

We land in the capital of Sichuan province in China for a tour of its delights, from spicy hotpot to leafy neighbourhoods.

This is Chengdu

Portugal’s second city is close to the country’s manufacturing heart and that’s why so many designers have made it their home. We meet some of the bright minds making a mark.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/cb_znjNizuY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Portugal’s second city is close to the country’s manufacturing heart and that’s why so many designers have made it their home. We meet some of the bright minds making a mark.

Making it in Porto

Greece’s second city is defiantly bouncing back from the economic crisis and welcoming an increasingly international crowd. We meet the brave residents who set up shop in the tough times and are now finding success – as well as offering reasons to be hopeful about the country’s future.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/qx6oAJqUkaQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Greece’s second city is defiantly bouncing back from the economic crisis and welcoming an increasingly international crowd. We meet the brave residents who set up shop in the tough times and are now finding success – as well as offering reasons to be hopeful about the country’s future.

Thessaloniki revival

We hop aboard the M1 in Madrid to see how the nifty Wolta Rampini offers a helping hand to those who need it most: residents in the steep, historic borough of Lavapies.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/ZzGss1INsu4" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

We hop aboard the M1 in Madrid to see how the nifty Wolta Rampini offers a helping hand to those who need it most: residents in the steep, historic borough of Lavapies.

My life as a minibus

Palma has kept its charm for young creatives despite its tourist-trodden streets. We meet the people keeping this city alive.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/v7oA8_JE6RQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Palma has kept its charm for young creatives despite its tourist-trodden streets. We meet the people keeping this city alive.

Creative Mallorca

A trip to Iceland for a masterclass in sustainable living and a whizz around Audi’s electric car plant in Brussels leaves Monocle Films with a positive vision of the future.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/3iWoU-wFvH0" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

A trip to Iceland for a masterclass in sustainable living and a whizz around Audi’s electric car plant in Brussels leaves Monocle Films with a positive vision of the future.

Power pack – driving renewables

The Netherlands is a world leader in the horticulture industry and shows no sign of wilting. We visit a delicately orchestrated flower auction, a grower and a florist to unpack the challenges of this fragrant business.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/l6zE5RBL65U" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

The Netherlands is a world leader in the horticulture industry and shows no sign of wilting. We visit a delicately orchestrated flower auction, a grower and a florist to unpack the challenges of this fragrant business.

Blossoming business

Producers and retailers of luxury goods are waking up to the power of affluent seniors. We travel to Japan to meet the brands that are wise to the trend.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/OgKgRSMUMug" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Producers and retailers of luxury goods are waking up to the power of affluent seniors. We travel to Japan to meet the brands that are wise to the trend.

The price of silver

Loved by their loyal passengers, Zürich’s trams are not only punctual but also contribute to the city’s identity. Hop on board as we introduce you to the fleet that makes the Swiss city tick.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/pEW6B293TvU" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Loved by their loyal passengers, Zürich’s trams are not only punctual but also contribute to the city’s identity. Hop on board as we introduce you to the fleet that makes the Swiss city tick.

My life as a tram

Natives and newcomers to Gunsan in South Korea are creating quirky bars, art spaces and a bright future for this charming outpost.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/OLL70q-YRUs" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

Natives and newcomers to Gunsan in South Korea are creating quirky bars, art spaces and a bright future for this charming outpost.

Gunsan: building on the past

In the latest episode of our 'Secret to...' series we talk to Jack Pattison, co-founder of Freddie Grubb, about the key elements that go into creating an outstanding bike shop.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/monocle_b/~4/JEzGPyKYqfE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>

In the latest episode of our 'Secret to...' series we talk to Jack Pattison, co-founder of Freddie Grubb, about the key elements that go into creating an outstanding bike shop.

The secret to opening a bike shop

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