Oslo, Honolulu and New York revealed as highest-priced cities this summer

What are the prices travelers can expect to pay in popular U.S. and world cities? According to 3rd TripIndex Cities unveiled by TripAdvisor, one of the the world’s largest travel sites, Honolulu rings up the biggest tab as the most expensive U.S. destination. TripAdvisor’s TripIndex Cities is based on the combined costs for two for a … Read more

Lanvin has taken its ballet slippers dancing

The Lanvin ballet slipper is an indispensible accessory in every wardrobe. With a touch of Lanvin inspiration, the famous ballerina slippers are dancing in a new one-minute long video released by the Parisian luxury brand. Trimmed with matching elastic, the ballet slippers are made out of ultra-thin lambskin and are featuring comfortable soles wider than … Read more

California wine legend Robert Mondavi fetes 100th anniversary

Robert Mondavi is the name synonymous with the American wine industry, being often credited with birthing the California wine industry, giving it credibility on the international stage. The tireless ambassador for the California wine industry would mark his centennial birthday on June 18. In light of this special milestone, Robert Mondavi Winery, the symbol of … Read more

The inaugural Versace Watch Talent competition

Winner of Versace Watch Talent contest named Adrien Nebel, a 22 year old student from Genève, is the winner of the inaugural Versace Watch Talent competition organized in collaboration with the Ecole d’arts appliqués of La Chaux-de-Fonds. 12 students from the Swiss watchmaking university presented their projects for a new Versace women’s watch that will … Read more

The cherished guitars owned by the gods of rock

Six-stringed works of art belonging to Les Paul, Eric Clapton, Keith Richards, Jimmy Page, Lou Reed, Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Nancy Wilson, Bonnie Raitt, Rick Nielsen, Slash, Billy Gibbons, Ace Frehley and others were incorporated into a new art book called 108 Rock Star Guitars (published by Glitterati Incorporated). Photographer/author Lisa S. Johnson imagined a … Read more

The Oberoi opens first property in the United Arab Emirates

The Oberoi Group announced the Opening of The Oberoi, Dubai. The flourishing hospitality sector in the United Arab Emirates has a new offer for discerning business and leisure travellers. The Oberoi Group (founded in 1934) announced the Opening of The Oberoi, Dubai, the Group’s first property in the United Arab Emirates. The hotel overlooks the … Read more