When extraordinary and one-of-a-kind intersect: 5 new Leading Hotels of the World

As one of the world’s largest luxury hotel collection brand, The Leading Hotels of the World seeks the unexpected and the exceptional for its collection. The result is a unique portfolio of hotels, which are united not by what makes them the same, but the remarkable details that make them different. The Leading Hotels of … Read more

3 Ways to Explore the Caribbean by Water

As some of the most beautiful islands in the world surrounded by glistening oceans, one of the best ways to discover the Caribbean is by water. The Caribbean Sea covers more of the world’s surface than the islands themselves, and it forms the perfect method for travelling between them. Whether you aim to swim in these crystal clear … Read more

What the experts say: how to make our cities more sustainable

Catch-up on the highlights from our recent panel discussion on sustainable cities, including why it is a myth that Spaniards don’t cycle

The Art collection: Five paintings re-imagined by Buccellati

Monet and Bonnard inspired Buccellati Jewels. The Milanese jeweler Buccellati (founded in 1919) celebrated its U.S. flagship. The recently inaugurated Buccellati boutique at 714 Madison Avenue in New York, is a five-story townhouse including an exclusive High Jewelry lounge. In this ocation in the heart of Manhattan, the Italian jeweler unveiled aseries of unique pieces … Read more

Beyond the bling: the most pointless luxuries ever

A bubble-bath necklace? A DNA vending machine? An unwearable gold hat that took 12 years to weave? Through a collection of priceless, pointless and surprising objects, the V&A’s new exhibition asks: what is luxury?

Diane Kruger for ‘Martell France 300’ project

Hollywood actress Diane Kruger has been announced as Martell Cognac’s Ambassador for the brand’s 300th anniversary this year. The Martell House was founded in 1715 at the height of French Art de Vivre, a period of time in which gastronomy, tasting and craftsmanship were all celebrated. As the very oldest of the great cognac houses, … Read more