Geneva

The Quai de l’Île with multi-level dial – the new entry point for aspiring Vacheron Constantin owners

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An in-house movement for an active lifestyle. Vacheron Constantin has released a new stainless steel entry-level watch. Vacheron Constantin Quai de l’Île collection, launched in 2008, welcomes a new stainless steel model, certified by the Hallmark of Geneva. The name refers to the historical site of Vacheron Constantin. A symbol of Geneva’s watchmaking excellence and home … Read more

Luanda, Moscow and Tokyo – the world’s most expensive cities for expatriates

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African, European, and Asian Cities dominate the Top 10 Most Expensive Locations for Expatriates, according to Mercer’s cost of living survey. Although more European cities dominate the world’s top costliest locations for expatriates, several cities in Asia are among the top 10 while Luanda holds the number one position. Mercer’s 2013 Cost of Living Survey … Read more

The most expensive city in which to order a club sandwich

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The most expensive club sandwiches in the world: 2013 Club Sandwich Index Geneva, Paris, Oslo and Stockholm are the most expensive cities in which to order for a club sandwich, according to 2nd annual Club Sandwich Index (CSI) released by Hotels.com. The classic hotel staple of a chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise sandwich is … Read more

Geneva Watch Tour. Geneva’s watchmaking DNA

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Route de l’Horlogerie – Genève: an overview of the Swiss watchmaking panorama Geneva’s watchmaking history can be discovered through a unique Geneva Watch Tour. Punctuated by around 50 monobrand boutiques and as many multibrand retailers, the itinerary winds its way through Geneva’s iconic quarters: the area near the station and the Tourist Office to begin … Read more

Paris, Geneva and Oslo – the most expensive cities for ordering a club sandwich

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The most expensive triple-decker sandwich is sold in Paris, according to online booking site Hotels.com. The survey researched the price for ordering a club sandwich in three to five-star properties around the world. Geneva and Oslo are situated on the next two positions. Why choose the club sandwich? The classic chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and … Read more

Jaguar XF Sportbrake – the first ever official Jaguar wagon

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How alive are you? The Jaguar XF Sportbrake – the new and truly versatile derivative of the multi-award winning XF – made its global debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Also making their global debut are the XK and XKR Special Edition models. Entirely new from the B-pillars backwards, the XF Sportbrake represents a … Read more