Shinta Mani Hotels' exclusive Khmer-inspired new private island retreat JATI is set to open its doors on 1st April.

The owners worked to preserve the earthy modernism the architect was known for — while adding another bedroom.

With 380 students and 23 teachers, the school got its new building in 2024 and won two prestigious awards from the American Institute of Architects for its sustainable and innovative design.

As 40 topless native women, young and old, danced wearing only their handmade green and yellow grass skirts and matching headbands, they also chanted loudly in guttural voices. As they danced, each ...