Luxury

Blancpain is no stranger to ladies mechanical timepieces. The Le Brassus manufacture presented the world’s first self-winding watch for women in 1930 and swiftly followed up Its famed Ladybird collection – incidentally the world’s smallest round watch with the thinnest round mechanical movement (Calibre R550 manual winding movement ) of the 50s (1956 to be

The Moneyfacts research shows that while those in drawdown would have benefited from strong pension performance last year, those seeking the security of an annuity faced the prospect of locking into considerably lower annuity rates. According to the report, the average pension fund returned 14.4% during 2019, the strongest pension fund performance since 2016. This

Launching the world’s first all-terrain supercar, the Laffite G-Tec X-Road is not an SUV. Compact with a singular passenger seat, the G-Tec eliminates the stereotypical all-wheel-drive layout, massive touchscreen infotainment systems and a bevy of cup holders. Weighing an estimated 2,866 pounds, this miniature two-seat, rear-wheel-drive supercar’s chromium-molybdenum steel chassis is power packed with a

The by-line to sum up this year’s event at St. Moritz is ‘Top of the World’ and sitting in the packed grandstands for the Finals today it truly felt like there was no place better to be anywhere on the globe. Record crowds have descended upon the iconic frozen lake, set in the beautiful, sun-bathed

The epitome of comfort and luxury lie at the heart of the Finland Arctic Circle. Inspired by the Lappish traditions of hunting, fishing and herding reindeer in a free-range country side, the Arctic TreeHouse Hotel provides accommodation in the form of 32 palatial and modern Scandinavian-designed suites. Resembling the local cone cows, each suite is

The annual Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz is here and if Kitzbühel was anything to go by, should be a cracking competition. St. Moritz is the oldest and most extravagant snow polo event in the world. Now in its 36th year, the annual event draws thousands of spectators and world-class polo players from all

Over a century since its establishment, the seasonal landmark luxury hotel, overlooking Lake Saint Moritz and the surrounding Swiss Alps, known as Badrutt’s Palace proudly announced the launch of its first-ever private plane. Offering a series of direct flights from London to St. Moritz, the Dornier 328 jet accommodates up to 30 passengers in a

“It’s not acceptable to launch a brand flagship with such interior misses,” says Atanas Vilner about the BMW’s new X7. “Especially when the example in question is in the top-spec form of the M50d”. – Vilner Vilner Garage, the specialist car interior company, had a problem. Not with any current project they were working on,

Bryon Ehrhart’s Maxi 72 Lucky will compete in the 30th Rolex China Sea Race, having been among the first six international entries – from as far as the US, Russia and Japan – signed up for Asia’s bluewater classic. Lucky in the 2019 RHKYC Nha Trang Rally; Photo: RHKYC / Guy Nowell Run by the

If we look at a traditional British funeral, people who’ve come to pay their respects get into cars to form a single file line following the hearse. Once they arrive at the graveyard, they place flowers on the casket and share more stories before lowering it into the ground. They then proceed to the immediate

Written and directed by the one and only Quentin Jerome Tarantino, who is revered for crafting satirical and nonlinear storylines with an emphasis on violence, extended dialogue and ensemble casts – the comedy-drama film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was initially released in 2019 and is set for a spin-off series sometime next year.

For the few that have never played a game: Table Football is both a fun pastime and a full-blown sport for many due to its energy and constant action. We say ‘for the few’ as there is estimated to be more than a quarter of a billion players around the world and they take the

In light of its most recent haute couture show, French luxury brand, Dior officially launched its Spring Summer 2020 ready-to-wear collection in an ‘inclusive garden’ space crafted by creative director, Maria Grazia Chiuri. Since then, the brand is proud to present a follow-up exhibition entitled, ‘The Female Divine’ by American feminist artist and art educator,

Who is Ember?You may not have heard of Ember, and I certainly hadn’t before a press release arrived in my inbox. Based in Westlake Village, California (USA), Clay Alexander Founder of the Ember Travel Mug. Ember Technologies, or Ember for short, was founded in 2012 by Clay Alexander, an American inventor and serial entrepreneur. He

When you joined Sunseeker in January 2019, you said you’d always thought of it as a strong brand, renowned for innovation. Now that you’re also CEO, has your first year with the company been as expected? Overall, the answer is yes. We have so many skilled, highly professional staff in all our departments and offices,

After a successful first year on the consumer market, which in short was focused on building the company’s distribution network, Awake’s factory in Limhamn delivered Awake RÄVIK surfboards all over the world, with its largest focus on the boating industry in Europe. Awake RÄVIK, which received two of the world’s most prestigious design prizes –

A Knight Frank report cites: The Australia property market is expected to soften in the next quarter but that does not make it one of the world’s most sought-after destinations to invest in properties, particularly Sydney and Melbourne, where the former offers two prime property gems – One Sydney Harbour and Crown Residences at One

Off the coast of mainland Grenada, this ultimate private island destination combines Michelin-Starred Dining, All-Suite Residences, and Dedicated Team Curate Ultimate Experiences. Spread over 80 lush acres with two pristine beaches and sweeping views of the Atlantic and Caribbean oceans, Calivigny boasts a reputation for complete privacy and discretion for guests who appreciate the finest

The award is an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses for delivering exceptional experiences, as rated by real customers. Simon Hodge, Managing Director of Tailor Made Rail, commented: “we’re very excited to receive this award from Feefo because it’s based on the feedback of real customers, who are the most important judges of all

The survey of 750 UK property investors found: 37% of UK property investors are planning on selling one or more of the residential properties they own in 2020. Of those: 61% said this was in response to the increasing regulations and taxes 21% will instead focus on alternative property investment opportunities, like debt and development

Growing tired with mass-produced collections and the relentless pace of seasonal launches,  Gaultier dissolved his ready-to-wear label in In 2014. After 50 years creating and curating looks and aesthetics for the runway, Jean Paul Gaultier announced that his upcoming Haute Couture show during the Paris week, set to take place on January 22, would be

The Italian luxury yacht brand, a global nautical leader, is announcing a complete style revolution. This challenge will be taken on by Ferretti Yachts 500, based on the “Just Like Home” philosophy, expressing a life at sea that is the perfect combination between style and comfort. The revolution begins from the strategic 50-foot segment, but

During the opening speech by Bvlgari CEO Jean Christophe Babin, we were officially introduced to Antoine Pin, the new Managing Director of Bvlgari’s Watch Business Unit during the inaugural LVMH Watch Week 2020 in Dubai. A veteran of the global watch industry for over 25 years, Pin spent four years as a junior sales manager in

The Emerald Luna is set to sail in spring 2021 offering a wealth of culturally immersive itineraries along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers. The 180 passenger vessel is the ninth in the Emerald Waterways Star-Ship fleet and the eighth to grace Europe’s iconic waterways. Emerald Luna promises all the innovative and contemporary Star-Ship features

Asia Yachting has been appointed to represent Monte Carlo Yachts, Prestige and Beneteau Swift Trawler in five countries across Southeast Asia – Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and the Philippines – in addition to its previous territories of Hong Kong and Macau. Beneteau, Prestige and Monte Carlo Yachts are all part of Beneteau Group. Franklin Heng,

Comprising of two striking and transparent domes, the igloos offer breathtaking views of the London horizon in one sweep, from St Paul’s Cathedral to the glass tip of The Shard. Each igloo can accommodate up to seven people and offers a unique private dining experience in the heart of London’s bustling City district. Diners can

W Residences International is a Singapore company people may not have heard of but with 75 years of experience based on its credible partners – OW&A for building/construction, CT Lim Architect and Keshmen for structural engineer – it is proud to showcase its latest gem in the Cambodian real-estate landscape, the W Residences in Phnom

British investors in the UK and overseas who are targeting Portugal’s booming markets are becoming increasingly interested in the long-term benefits of one of Europe’s most popular investment-for-citizenship programmes. €5bn invested and counting“Throughout 2019 more and more British investors have been forward-buying property with the intention of applying for the Golden Visa once the UK

How it all transpired…With conditions nigh on pristine, a layer of fresh powder perfectly enveloping the field and two teams ready to take their maiden voyage into the Final of The 18th Bendura Bank Snow Polo World Cup Kitzbühel, the third and final day of this thrilling tournament was always going to be a spectacle.

Sunseeker is spearheading its presence at the 51st Boot Dusseldorf with the world premiere of the Manhattan 68, which has succeeded the 66 to become the new flagship of one of the British builder’s most iconic ranges. The Sunseeker Manhattan 68 succeeds the Manhattan 66 Aiming to double the 11 models it offered in mid-2019