Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech set among 100,000 roses

Relaxed and stylish luxury for the cosmopolitan traveller: Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech. Marrakech, the ancient Moroccan city, has evolved considerably over the years, combining its ancient exotic side with an artfully considered modernity. The newly opened Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech reflects this new direction, providing an elegant and tranquil oasis just minutes from this bustling city’s centre. … Read more

Dior by Avedon – incredible moments in photography that will intrigue photography, art, and fashion lovers alike

For nearly 30 years, the American photographer Richard Avedon captured the essence of Dior in images that have become iconic.   From Maison Dior‘s beginnings in 1947, and over almost thirty years, photographer Richard Avedon would immortalize Christian Dior creations in images that have become legendary. The newly-released book Dior by Avedon, published by Rizzoli, … Read more

London’s ‘most expensive offices’ unveiled, with ‘gold’ washrooms

The capital’s high-rollers no longer have to slum it when they go to work, as property firm spends £3m refitting a building

First upscale cruise ship to cater to the unique vacation preferences of Chinese travelers

Norwegian Cruise Line designs Chinese cruise ship. Norwegian Cruise Line (the owner of NCL, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands) announced the introduction of the first purpose-built ship customized for the China market in 2017. Currently under construction, the new ship cruise is designed specifically for the China market with accommodations, cuisine and … Read more

Winning the uber jackpot. 5 things to buy from an investment perspective

Life has many ways of testing a person’s will, either by having nothing happen at all or by having everything happen all at once – Paulo Coelho – What would you buy if you won the lottery? What to do after winning a hyper jackpot? This fantasy exercise is always really amusing, conjuring images of … Read more

Damien Hirst’s Newport Street Gallery is a grown-up gem that shows he’s sobered with age

Caruso St John architects have conjured an immaculate new home for the art prankster’s collection in an unlikely south London setting – and there’s not a diamond skull or formaldehyde animal in sight