The Standard London Once the playground of avid travelling seeking exclusive escapes, boutique hotels have become the latest acquisition targets of global hotel chains. The acquisition is the result of major hotel groups aiming to capitalise on their cachet and attract millennial and Gen Z travellers. LUXUO examines the rise of boutique hospitality, the tension…
With the exception of the Cubitus, which made plenty of headlines in the watch industry earlier this year, Patek Philippe is one of those brands that silently marches on, creating incredibly beautiful and equally intricate watches year after year. Sitting near the top of this horology food chain, the brand is undoubtedly an important player…
There is something to be said about venturing into the unknown as tourists are fatigued by traditional hotspots. The ubiquitous nature of famous city skylines or crowded beach resorts presents travellers with less authentic and more predictable experiences, making underrated destinations like Uzbekistan, Albania and Rwanda emerge as “wild cards” for wanderlust enthusiasts. By leveraging…
Formed by nature. Unearthed by Tissot. The RockWatch from Switzerland – thus proclaimed the advertising film that the brand released in 1986 to publicise its latest product line. The Tissot RockWatch had a truly unique selling point: Its case was hewn out of solid granite sourced from the Swiss Alps, a commercial concept that had…
Museums have long been places of escape, where visitors step away from reality to explore the past — from treasured jewels to historical artefacts. Yet the very institutions built for escapism are now under intense spotlight, shaped by billion-dollar investments, private influence and renewed debates about ownership and cultural responsibility. Museums have traditionally been spaces…
A twist on a classic—the Chanel Première Galon in 18-carat yellow gold, defined by its sculptural braided bangle (Photo: Courtesy of Chanel) When Chanel first introduced the Première in 1987, it changed the way women wore time. Now, nearly four decades later, the Première Galon picks up that legacy with a new, modern twist. The Première Galon, as seen…
Azimut’s first Grande 30M is owned by a Hong Kong customer It’s always exciting to tour a new model making its world premiere. Doing it at the Cannes Yachting Festival makes it even more special. And knowing that the first hull is headed to Asia adds an extra layer of excitement. Add in being guided…
Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time Reference 5524G-010 42mm in white gold It has been 10 years since the launch of the Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time, and at Watches and Wonders Geneva this year, the manufacture introduced its reinterpretation of the original Ref. 5524G-001. The latest model of the Calatrava Pilot Travel Time,…
JOE AGDEPPA If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to be cradled in the industrious bosom of a beehive—while also being gently hugged by Swiss precision and Qatari warmth—then allow me, your mileage-rich travel connoisseur, to introduce you to Swissôtel Corniche Park Towers Doha. Yes, I know. Another luxury hotel in West Bay. Groundbreaking….
Shopping for an engagement ring feels different than buying any other piece of jewelry. There is weight behind the decision, both literal and emotional. The ring will sit on someone’s finger for years, maybe decades, and it will carry meaning that goes beyond its price tag or carat weight. Couples who start this search often…