There’s no more collectible watch than a Patek. Patek Philippe’s 175th anniversary celebrations. 17 of the 20 most expensive timepieces ever sold at auction came from the Patek Philippe brand. The priciest of these was the Henry Graves SuperComplication gold pocket watch that went under the hammer for a staggering $11m in 1999. Given rises in … Read more
Mandarin Oriental Paris received the prestigious Palace accolade. Mandarin Oriental, Paris is now one of the 14 French luxury properties in the city that has received the unique “Palace” title. Mandarin Oriental Paris was awarded the “Palace Distinction” by Atout France, the French Agency for Tourism Development. Established by the French minister of tourism in … Read more
Golden Beats by Dr. Dre. Beats Pros are the gold standard of headphones used by musicians in the studio, designed to deliver the same level of emotion and power the artist intended when they recorded. To celebrate the sound of winning and to congratulate Germany, Beats by Dr. Dre have created the ultimate prize to … Read more
The V&A celebrates design as a form of protest, Isa Genzken brings her radical vision to Edinburgh, and we showcase the best exhibitions to catch on your summer travels – all in your weekly art newsletter
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Hotel guest satisfaction has reached its highest level, according to the J.D. Power 2014 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Study. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Kimpton Hotels, Hilton Garden Inn, each rank highest in guest satisfaction in their respective segments. Guests are happiest at these hotel brands. The Study is based on responses gathered … Read more