A new grand opening: Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius

On arrival at the newly-opened Shangri-La’s Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, you will feel like they entering a private residence. You are personally met and transported to the entrance of the property. The hostess dressed in a contemporary sega dress welcomes you with a refreshing hibiscus infusion made with local black tea, Chinese green tea, … Read more

Planning a Seasonal Soiree on your Superyacht

White linen tables laden with flowers, seasonal holly and food, the finest champagne on ice, a Christmas tree adorned in silver and gold, the hot tub bubbling with bliss, and outside instead of a winter wonderland – palm trees, white sands and Caribbean bliss. Christmas on a luxury yacht can truly blend the best of … Read more

10 of the best museum shops around the world

It’s not always a case of avoiding the ‘exit through the gift store’ bit. These striking and creatively stocked museum shops are worth a visit in their own right
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Milestone ‘Defender 2,000,000’ is the most valuable production Land Rover ever sold at auction

A one-of-a-kind Land Rover ‘Defender 2,000,000’ was sold for £400,000 at prestigious charity auction at Bonhams. Following spirited bidding, the gavel finally fell to a bidder on the telephone, achieving the excellent six-figure sum for two wonderful charitable causes. All proceeds from auction were donated in their entirety to Land Rover’s humanitarian and conservation partners, … Read more

The £30m bookshelf: Pierre Bergé and the greatest stories ever sold

With Impressionists on their walls and priceless books on their shelves, Pierre Bergé and his former partner Yves Saint Laurent were the ultimate collectors. But now the art and YSL have gone, Bergé says it’s time ‘to attend the funeral’ of his library

Courvoisier Celebration Sensorielle encouraging us all to raise a toast to our own achievements

Get into the luxurious spirit of the festive season with Courvoisier Celebration Sensorielle. Courvoisier continues its relationship with luxury and celebration, encouraging us all to raise a toast to our own achievements. A highly wordly gift idea for sophisticated drinkers, this special festive collection allows you to embrace the spirit of a glittering era. Courvoisier’s … Read more