For connoisseurs: Loro Piana The Gift of Kings

Loro Piana, the Italian clothing house specialising in high-end, luxury cashmere and wool products, is known for co-producing the finest wool in the world. Incomparably soft and remarkably fluid, this supple wool called “The Gift of Kings” allows the body to breathe like a second skin, naturally adapting to changes in temperature. These noble fibres … Read more

A new chapter in the power of travel to protect the planet

National Geographic launches Unique Lodges of the World. Can sustainability and a world-class guest experience go hand-in-hand? Recognized for its commitment to exploring and protecting the planet, The National Geographic Society announced its Unique Lodges of the World, “a collection of boutique hotels in extraordinary places around the world with a demonstrated commitment to sustainability, authenticity … Read more

Victoria and Albert Museum’s ‘What is Luxury?’ explores the meaning and the history of luxury

What is Luxury? (25 April – 27 September 2015, a V&A and Crafts Council Exhibition) will interrogate ideas of luxury today. Victoria and Albert Museum asks ‘What is Luxury?‘ and how it relates to our everyday lives in a new exhibition challenging our definitions of what luxury means. “As its title suggests, the exhibition questions … Read more

Koalas face extinction without stronger protection, say conservationists

Federal environment department says a recovery plan is in development, but conservationists warn the vulnerable koala needs urgent action

Tiger Woods to design The Trump World Golf Club Dubai

‘Trump World Golf Club Dubai’, 18-Hole Championship Course will be Designed by Tiger Woods. Golfing superstar Tiger Woods, one of the most famous and iconic sportsmen in the world, will bring his design expertise and worldwide playing experience to ‘Trump World Golf Club Dubai,’ a new 18-hole championship golf course. Site preparation work on the … Read more

Snow or Snorkels? Our 3 Favourite Destinations for a Winter Break in the Sun

As the days draw in and Christmas songs hit stores early, winter starts to feel as though it lasts longer every year. More and more of us are yearning for a break in the sunshine before the year ends, but now there are so many great deals on luxury holidays, there’s no excuse for not … Read more