The Economist Intelligence Unit’s report on the world’s most liveable cities is a go-to overview of desirable cycle lanes and botanic gardens, but where’s all the fun?
There’s something inherently romantic about a great train journey. Long and luxurious train journeys have a way of stirring the soul. But some of them could also be pretty heavy on the wallet. The Orient Express from London to Venice, for example, would set you back by at least $2200. That’s certainly not going to … Read more
Toronto, Vancouver Luxury Markets Report Soaring Sales in First Half of 2016, According to Sotheby’s International Realty Canada. A report released by Sotheby’s International Realty Canada highlighted significant growth in the sale of $4 million-plus real estate in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) and Vancouver during the first six months of 2016, despite stark contrasts … Read more
In the battle between heritage and development, we face a ‘crisis of verticality’. But does an approach to planning based on protected views just turn the city into a museum?
Vienna, Zurich, Auckland and Munich top the Quality of Living rankings. Baghdad ranks lowest. Vienna is the city with the world’s best quality of living, according to the Mercer 2014 Quality of Living rankings, in which European cities dominate. The ranking looks at everything from political stability, high crime levels, elevated air pollutionsocial and economic … Read more
Climate Change Threatens Winter Olympics? The success of the Winter Olympic Games is often partially attributed to favourable weather, while poor weather is highlighted as one of the greatest challenges faced by Olympic Organizing Committees. Weather affects the ability to prepare for the Games and can directly impact outdoor opening and closing ceremonies, fairness … Read more