Luxury hunting and fishing estates hit record high price

Demand for exclusive properties and grounds for stalking deer or fishing for salmon has soared, says study by estate agents

Spa by JW to demystify and re-imagine the spa experience

Spa by JW aims to deliver “real impact”. A spa designed for guests who do not have the luxury of time? Is there anything more enjoyable than a spa day? A new spa concept created by luxury hospitality chain JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts wants to demystify and re-imagine the spa experience. The new “Spa by … Read more

Playing on every golf course on the European Tour in the world’s most expensive golf holiday

If you have ever dreamed on playing on the European Tour, you can have the closest possible thing. World’s most expensive golf holiday allows avid golf travelers to play on every course on the European Tour. The ultimate golf adventure follows in footsteps of Tiger Woods and Rory McIIroy. For £249,500 / $400,000 travelers can … Read more

Southwest Airlines upcycles 80,000 leather seats into bags, shoes and balls

From leather seats to tote bags and fish skin into luxury shoes, businesses are creating new value from waste streams

Will eating organic food make you healthier?

A major new study has found that organic foods contain higher levels of antioxidants and less harmful chemicals than conventionally farmed produce. But does that mean they are better for you? With your help, Karl Mathiesen investigates.

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Parks look for new ways to meet costs – with trees, bees and subscription fees

With warnings that many of Britain’s parks are on a financial precipice, some are looking at novel ways to meet running costs