LVMH’s Journées Particulières is back: 55 Luxury Maisons will open their doors for free in 16 countries

October 14, 15 and 16: LVMH’s Journées Particulières 2022 are back this fall. This global luxury event, initiated in 2011 by Antoine Arnault, LVMH Image & Environment, invites the general public to discover the backstage of the Group’s Maisons, and their magic. Altogether, 95 sites from 55 luxury brands will open their doors to the … Read more

Over $19 Million Raised at 2022 amfAR Gala Cannes. Robert DeNiro was Honored Guest

Over $19 million was raised for amfAR’s HIV/AIDS research programs at 2022 amfAR Gala Cannes, at the fabled Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc. Legendary actor, director and producer, Robert De Niro, was the guest of honor at the event. The black-tie evening included a dinner, a live auction of luxury one-of-a kind items and contemporary art, a … Read more

Swiss jewellery brand de Grisogono acquired by Dubai-based luxury real estate company

Damac Group, the Dubai-based parent group of Damac Properties, has acquired Swiss jewellery brand de Grisogono, further diversifying its holdings. The Dubai developer, which purchased Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli in 2019, did not disclose the price of the deal. De Grisogono filed for bankruptcy in 2020. Its acquisition is part of Damac’s strategy to … Read more

Revolutionary eVTOL aircraft company to begin on-demand air taxi operations

Joby Aviation is one step closer to eVTOL flights. California-based all-electric aircraft company to begin on-demand commercial air taxi operations. Joby Receives Part 135 Certification from the FAA. Certification allows Joby to operate aircraft commercially.Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate received ahead of schedule, initially targeted for second half of 2022 Joby will use conventional aircraft … Read more

The world’s largest bottle of Scotch whisky sold for £1.1 million to gain exposure for exploration

After one idea, two years of hard work & 32 years of maturation, The Intrepid – officially the world’s largest bottle of Scotch whisky – reached £1.1 million in Lyon and Turnbull’s 25 May auction. An adventure from the start, The Intrepid project is dedicated to the spirit and experience of exploration and adventure. The … Read more