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7 of the best jazz clubs in Barcelona: where to hear a live set tonight
The Raval's jazz club reopens this month. Here is which door to knock on, and on which night.
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6 of the best beach clubs in Bodrum: the three that closed, and the six worth the boat
Half the names on every Bodrum list have gone. Here is what replaced them, and which bay keeps which month.
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The best Italian restaurants in Hong Kong: three stars in Central, and a lunch in Wan Chai
The room everyone quotes has changed its name and was never on the floor the guides give it. Seven kitchens, with the level, the street and the price of getting in.
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A guide to Venetian seafood, and where to eat it
The Rialto fish market opens Tuesday to Saturday from about 07:30 and shuts on Mondays and Sundays, when there is no fresh fish on sale anywhere in the city. That single fact organises a Venetian week.
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Abu Dhabi's best restaurants with a view, and what the view costs
The highest room in the city charges AED 95 to stand in it, and hands half of that back across the counter. Five views worth the trip, and one that has gone.
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An Easter egg? No, she'd prefer these
The Easter egg was a jewel before it was a confection, and for one family it was never anything else. The House of Fabergé, in Saint Petersburg, made eggs for the Russian tsars Alexander III
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The transforming bag by Momodesign
One bag that becomes three is a design problem before it is a fashion one, and Momodesign solved it in nylon and PVC. Carry it on two shoulders and it is a backpack.
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The best brunches in Lisbon
Two Portuguese words decide what arrives on your table. The first is bica, the Lisbon term for a small, intensely bitter shot of espresso. That is what arrives when you ask for a coffee and do not qualify it.
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Bianco Latte, Milan
Four trades share one room on Via Turati: a gelateria, a caffetteria, a pasticceria and a restaurant. Biancolatte opened on 5 June 2008 as the first two of those.
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Bulgari's new Swiss mechanical watches
Bulgari was founded in Rome in 1884 by Sotirios Voulgaris, and for the century that followed it was a jeweller. The watches came late. The marque entered horlogerie in 1977 with the BVLGARI BVLGARI,
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Dress like you're on Mad Men
AMC's Mad Men returned on 25 March 2012 with a two-hour premiere, 'A Little Kiss', and the clothes did as much talking as the script. The fifth season opens on Memorial Day 1966 and runs into the
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Eddie Redmayne wears Burberry at the Tony Awards, New York
Radio City Music Hall, 13 June 2010, and the 64th Tony Awards had a run of British names on the ballot. The one who walked up for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Play arrived in a Burberry tuxedo.
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From breakfast to brunch: Vienna's best
Small marble-topped tables, Thonet chairs, alcoves, newspaper tables and Historicist interiors. The Austrian inventory of intangible cultural heritage lists Viennese coffee house culture in exactly those terms.
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Gallow Green
Gallow Green has closed. The McKittrick Hotel's own site now says so plainly and points visitors to Conwell Coffee & Cocktail Hall and The Overlook Bar instead. Anyone arriving in Chelsea with
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George Clooney wears Ermenegildo Zegna in The American
George Clooney wears a two-button suit by Ermenegildo Zegna in The American, and the reason it registers is that almost nothing else in the film does. Anton Corbijn's picture, released on 1
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L'Officine Universelle Buly
The shop at 6 rue Bonaparte looks older than it is, and that is the point of it. L'Officine Universelle Buly sells water-based perfume, plant oils, soap and hairbrushes from behind a hand-painted
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L'Oiseau Blanc
A restaurant named after an aeroplane that never arrived is an odd piece of confidence, and Paris has one on a rooftop in the sixteenth. L'Oiseau Blanc is the restaurant, bar and terrace on top of
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London's best champagne bars: the button, the 42nd floor and the room that replaced Oscar Wilde
Three of the bars every list still names have closed. Here is what took the space, and where the good glass is now.
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London's best tasting menus: seven kitchens that will not let you choose
Le Gavroche is gone, the top table now runs to fourteen courses, and the hardest booking opens ninety days out. Where to hand over an evening.
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Paris's designer shopping triangle
Three streets make the triangle: Avenue Montaigne, Avenue George V and the Champs-Élysées, all in the 8th arrondissement, and the whole of it is a short walk if you do not stop.
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Sampling Paris's 3 Michelin-starred restaurants
Nine rooms in Paris hold three Michelin stars in the 2026 selection, out of 668 starred restaurants in France. That is a small enough number to plan a trip around, and this year it comes with a genuine surprise.
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The 10 best beer gardens in Munich: and the 1812 rule that lets you bring your own lunch
A royal decree let Munich sell beer but not food. Two centuries on, the picnic it accidentally legalised is still the best thing about a Bavarian afternoon.
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The 8 best gelato shops in Milan: where the city walks after dinner
Eight counters, the flavour to ask for at each, and the closing day that will otherwise waste your evening.
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The Grand Lodge of France
The Grande Loge de France is housed in a former Franciscan convent behind the Batignolles, bought in 1911, on a street few Parisians could point to. It is not open to walk-in visitors.
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Top 10 things to do in Lake Como: the hours, fares and seasons that decide the day
Ten fixed points, each with a price or a season attached. Including the one date this lake has quietly moved.
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Tory Burch: the app and the lifestyle blog
The blog has a name now. Tory Daily, at blog.toryburch.com, is where the house publishes, and it has settled into eight standing sections: Issues, Style, Beauty, Culture, Travel, Entertaining, Music and Sport.
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Where the royal family shops: the King reissued the warrants, and Harrods is not on the list
In 2024 the crowns came off some very famous doors. The London houses that hold a warrant from King Charles III today, and the two great names that hold none.
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What You Need To Know About Imperial Emerald
After having travelled all the way to the Far East, following the ancient maritime trade routes of the mude and telling spicy, fragrant and alcoholic tales of forgotten lands, the Italian artistic
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Best Hair Salons in Milan
As fashion week keeps editors, fashion enthusiasts and designers busy running from one show to the other, it is imperative to look flawless round the clock. To ensure this, here is a list of the top
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A Biennale for all the Senses
Think Venice , and you conjure up an ancient city with gondolas gliding on canals, Palladian architecture, and masked balls during Carnival. But did you know that Venice is also home to one of the
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Interview with Patrick Dempsey about KA/ NOA
I dare say that is hard pressed to find a person who encompasses the ideal modern Renaissance man than Patrick Dempsey so it is quite fitting that when I met him, it happened in the city of
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Steeped In Tradition: Gstaad Is Switzerland's Alpine Playground
Winter wonderland and summer hotspot.
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The Best Artisanal Shops In Rome
Di San Giacomo sandals If you are looking for shoes made exclusively for you, unlike any other you may find, then Di San Giacomo sandals is a place you must visit. In only thirty minutes, Veronica
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Heavenly Hamams in Istanbul
Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamam Situated right between Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, the Ayasofya Hürrem Sultan Hamam dates back to the 16th century. Commissioned by Hürrem Sultan, the wife of
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Exquisite London Champagne Tastings
Berry Bros. & Rudd One of the world’s oldest, original wine merchants, indelibly perched on the corner of St. James, veers downstairs to the ancient, low-ceilinged vaults of the preferred
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The 3 Best Flower Markets in Paris
Spring is beginning to ease its was into starting in Paris, a daunting phenomenon that can be as frustrating as it is joyous. The winter cold is just about gone and the locals know that it is time
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Top Breakfast Spots in Munich
Café Glockenspiel – Located right in the heart of the city in Marienplatz, this touristy gathering is right next to one of the city’s landmark. 43 bells and 32 life-sized figures tell two stories
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Tokyo's Coolest New Stores
Laforet Laforet , a department store and museum located in the Harajuku commercial and entertainment district of the Shibuya neighborhood, is known for cutting edge designs and everything quirky. At
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7 Most Romantic Places in Rome
Giardino degli Aranci Parco Savello, or Giardino degli Aranci or, better known to tourists as, Orange Garden, sits behind the Basilica of Santa Sabina and to one side lie the beautiful ruins of the
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Guide: Neuhausen-Nymphenburg, Munich
The Neuhausen-Nymphenburg quarter, with the villa districts of Neuwittelsbach and Gern, is a real jewel in the city of Munich. In addition to excellent restaurants, colourful bars and small
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Pipero Roma
Led by a young and talented chef, Luciano Monosilio, Pipero Roma first opened its doors in 2010 and quickly became the go-to address for gourmet dining. Positioned in front of the Oratorio degli
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Milan: Winter Culture in the City
Winter Exhibitions in Milan Milan’s galleries cover just about every medium this season, beginning with ‘Egypt’ at Mudec . It presents the story of the Egyptian civilisation through the life of
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Winston Chmielinski: Architecture & Art
LUXOS met Winston at his Berlin apartment, in one of the regal tile buildings lining former East Berlin’s Karl-Marx-Allee. This architectural development along a wide boulevard originally known as
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L’Empire Paris Hotel
Everyone has a long list of things in Paris that are due a proper visit: Mona Lisa in the Louvre museum, Palais-Royal, the Notre Dame cathedral and Les Misérables...Located in the midst of all the
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Venice's Historic Coffee Houses
Since the ninth century, Piazza San Marco has been the centre of Venetian society, politics and culture. After Napoleon invaded, he knocked down a church, built an imperial palace, and dubbed it
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Davide Cenci
Since its establishment, more than 90 years ago, the family-run shop on Via Campo Marzio has committed itself from the get-go to a relentless and passionate pursuit of showcasing the best of fine
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An Interview With Giada's Gabriele Colangelo
The Giada fall/winter 2017 collection is about wearing art. At first sight the garments are simple and minimalist, but on closer examination they reveal layers of meaning: complex, prestigious
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迪拜不得不知的10件事
近10年来，奢华的迪拜旅游急速升温。这里气候全年晴朗，有购物、美食和娱乐等各种选择，让渴望前来的旅客心驰神往。虽然这里号称中东最开放的旅游城市，但是还是有些当地的规则，需要您在旅游之前做好准备。 1. 穿着 女性们在公共场所，比如购物中心，要盖住您的肩膀和腿部。而在公共海滩、酒店和度假村，则可以穿着泳装。外出用餐，前往海滩俱乐部或者夜店，建议在路途中遮住您的肩膀，避免不必要的目光和争执。最好的方法是随身携带一条披肩，在很多空调间中会有些
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10 Reasons Why: Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona was launched in 1963, and today, over half a century later, it is still with us, the Daytona, a serious contender for the title of most famous
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Take A 'Vacation With An Artist'
Vacation With An Artist is an online platform that allows you to book one of a kind experiences all over the world. Ever fancied pottery in majorca, photography in India, textiles in Korea? VAWAA
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The Most Beautiful Mountains in the World
If you do decide to climb one of these colossal mountains, beware they are not an easy feat. From way down below, you can enjoy what these mountains have to offer and enjoy them just as much as if
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米兰最难忘的晚餐推荐
米兰家具展即将开始！在展览忙碌了一天后回到市中心去哪里吃晚餐？米兰约见时髦的餐饮国度为你带来形形色色的餐厅。 Terrazza Triennale Terrazza Triennale米兰三年展馆餐吧 米兰三年展馆 坐落森皮奥内公园，米其林一星级餐吧Terrazza
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Ceresio 7
Partnered with the fashion powerhouse DSQUARED2, Ceresio 7 lies on top of their Milan headquarters. With two outdoor pools, a renowned restaurant headed up by Elio Sironi and a city view unlike any
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LabSolue - Perfume Lab
A Moleskine journal or Pisa watch are essential purchases if you want to remember your time spent in Milan. But what if you truly want to capture the sights and smells of the magnificent city? At
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Best Cigar Smoking Venues
Since the late 1800s, cigars have been a symbol of success. Premium cigars are a handmade product created to offer a relaxing experience. With great ambience, premium cigars and amazing cocktail
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Best Of British: Designers To Watch
The Brits seem to nail edgy street fashion no matter the decade. Vivienne Westwood shaped the look of the 70s punk scene and Alexander McQueen dominated rock and roll luxe. This new crop of British
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OXO Tower Restaurant: An Ultra-Instagrammable Waterside Dining Destination
Come for the view... stay for the food.
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MAG Café
MAG Café , purposely and perfectly situated near the water in Milan’s Navigli District, embodies a merge between the old and new. Adorned with antique Argentinian counters, cabinets and rustic
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QC Terme Milano
QC Terme Milano is the most holistic relaxation experience you will find in the city. Fully equipped with saunas, salt baths, hot tubs, sensory waterfalls, and more, the aquatics of the treatment
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The Flavoursome Fusions of London
Chotto Matte Translated from Japanese to English, Chotto Matte means wait a minute, and this restaurant gives room for pause. Owner and Restaurateur Kurt Zdesar is of Peruvian-Japanese descent, and
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Tiny Trends: London's Smallest Top Eateries
Small is beautiful. Some of the most exciting eateries London is offering this year are its smallest: places where you can watch and smell your dish being cooked and rub shoulders with someone going
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A Day Trip To: Thun, Switzerland
The city On the shore of its namesake lake and with splendid views of the Bernese Alps, there are few Swiss cities as perfectly placed as Thun . And you’ll be even more impressed once you start
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A Day Trip To: Sion, Switzerland
Travel towards Sion along the flat Rhone valley and you’ll see its landmarks long before you reach the town. Twin peaks, each topped by a castle, stand guard over the ancient city and it’s not hard
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Oh La Lunch! in Paris
L'Auberge Bressane Nestled in the charming 7eme quarter of Paris, steps from Ecole Militaire and the Tour Eiffel , L'Auberge Bressane is pretty much a local institution for authentic French cooking,
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东京玛丽•安托瓦内特展览
1774年至1793年的法国女王玛丽•安托瓦内特是革命受害者。她生平中大力支持法国艺术与科学，更委托了阿伯拉罕•路易•宝玑制作多枚钟表，成为了他最重要并最具影响力的顾客之一。其中，著名的怀表编号160有着一段故事。据说是瑞典贵族冯•费尔森伯爵特别为法国女王订造的礼物，当时要求怀表必定包涵所有的复杂功能，于是宝玑花了40多年的光阴去完成，而近一百年，这更是世上最复杂的怀表。
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Top Michelin-Starred Restaurants in London
These days, London is foodie heaven. In 2017 the capital will have a grand total of 64 Michelin stars, and many more just outside the city limits. Read on for some of our top choices for an
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Hong Kong's Fishing Villages
What to do when you only have a day off in Hong Kong ? The ‘Fragrant Harbour, refers not only to Victoria Harbour, but also to its history as a fishing community, well worth seeing and savouring.
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Bodrum: Where To Dine
Il Riccio Restaurant A glorious import from the Italy's Capri, Michelin-starred Il Riccio 's Bodrum branch welcomes its guests in a spotless blue and white atmosphere. Serving the 10-room boutique
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The Best of Venice Spas
“When you walk on the stones of Piazza San Marco, you are walking on our hills,” says Count Giordano Emo Capodilista, who coined the simple term ‘Venetian Hills’ to promote his winery, La
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The 6 Best Spas In Madrid
Hamman Al Andalus Madrid At only a few metres from the central Puerta del Sol, you will find a place of pure tranquillity in the heart of the big city where you can escape from the present world and
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Paris' Most Historic Bars: Un Petit Guide
Harry's New York Bar Back in 1911, a former US jockey convinced a friend who owned a bar in New York to relocate it to , and the Harry’s was born. A hip 1920s hangout, patrons included Hemingway,
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Spain's Costa Del Sol: Enjoy Winter in Marbella
Marbella positively shines in the summer, there is no denying. It seems to all be about sun, sea and spas and it’s hard to imagine another dimension to the place. You might think that come winter,
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Milan's McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Il Serravalle Expansion
It’s been on the world’s shopping maps since 2000, and it is Italy's largest Designer Outlet. McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Serravalle, just off the A7 motorway between Milan and Genoa, is a stunning
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Where business meets pleasure in Istanbul
Perhaps you, like a lot of our readers, are in Istanbul for business. If you’re anything like us, you need to find a place to have a quiet meeting, looking forward to a good drink at the end of the
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Nişantaşı niceties in Istanbul
When you walk down the main street of Nişantaşı among its mix of Art Nouveau and modern buildings, designer brand boutiques and chic cafes, it’s impossible to imagine that this used to be an archery
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The best gelato in Florence
Florence exudes unmistakable charm but perhaps its most delectable aspect is its contribution to the world of gelato. We share some of the best gelato spots arguably in Italy . Carapina Carapina
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Michelin-star dining in Marbella
In a Spanish city filled with luxury, it is only fitting for the restaurants to have the most prestigious honor of Michelin stars. These outstanding restaurants in Marbella deserve all the praise
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Berlin Wine: Rheingold & Regal purple
In his opera, Richard Wagner talks about Rheingold as a gleaming hoard of gold in the depth of the river Rhine – hence the name. In reality though, you’ll find it along the river’s banks, or rather,
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Best Sunday brunch in Zurich
Sunday morning brunch is important but in Zurich , it's a necessity. Here are the best spots to satsify your early morning cravings. Dolder Grand Dolder Grand The brunch scene in Zurich has a lot of
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Top 5 Winter Activities in Istanbul
Always looking to avoid the crowds? Come visit Istanbul in the wintertime when you can stroll through historical museums without the usual tourist flocks, and get a sense of what the locals are
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Best restaurants for food and tourism in Switzerland
With these restaurants, you can experience Switzerland through both sights and food almost simultaneously. Here are the best located spots that also serve your needs for luxury as well. Capri in
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A brief guide to Europe’s big three fashion weeks
Each of the Big Four holds two main editions every year: Fall/Winter (in February) and Spring/Summer in (September). New York always goes first, but the others certainly don’t lag behind. Here’s a
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Best beach clubs in the French Riviera
Saint Tropez: A-listers wouldn’t be caught hitting the dance floor anywhere else on the French Riviera . Les Caves du Roy Les Caves While queues are long and the staff couldn’t be less amiable, Les Caves is where the lik
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Top business lunches in Abu Dhabi
Zuma Zuma The super sophisticated Zuma, in the heart of Abu Dhabi’s commercial centre, is no stranger to the suited and booted style set come lunchtime. Financiers and foodies alike flock here en
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Top 5 traditional Venetian companies
With each curve of a canal, the Venice mystique is undeniably present. These companies have taken that traditional mystique and transformed it to become a new trendy, contemporary style. Take a look
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The new Venetian cuisine
Food in Venice has always had a distinct flavour. These restaurants, however, are revamping even the most classic dishes. Stop by any of these eateries for a new twist on tradition. Ristorante Local
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Unbelievable mountaintop hotels in Switzerland
Sleeping under a quilt of twinkling stars is about as romantic as it gets, unless of course you’re in a tent and it’s freezing outside. What you want is romance with comfort, and in Switzerland you
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Where to have the best afternoon tea in Dubai
Whether traditional or high, make time for the refreshing ritual of afternoon tea. Here are some of the best spots in Dubai for the most exquisite, authentic tea. At.Mosphere Lounge At.mosphere
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Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona: a guide
Major Barcelona thoroughfare Avinguda Diagonal lives up to its name. It slices Barcelona diagonally from the left side of the city to the right, and from the mountains to the sea. Below this famous
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Best Japanese restaurants in Barcelona
We've found some of the best Japanese restaurants in Barcelona offering delicate, healthy, authentic dishes beyond the tried and trusted sushi rolls. These wide spectrum of restaurants still offer
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Top 5 day trips from Florence
Located in the heart of Italy , Tuscany is rich with inimitable landscapes, abundant artistic and historical significance, and – of course – incredible wine. Though Florence is one of the region’s
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Beyond Pasta: Roman cuisine with a difference
Anyone who's ever spent time in, or lived in Italy, will know will know that there are strict food rules you need to adhere to. Diverging from the rules can have dire consequences (apparently) so
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Les Puces, Paris: a guide
Who would have said that ‘Les Puces’ or ‘the fleas,’ as the St. Ouen flea market is commonly referred to, actually includes 14 separate markets? The maze of alleyways, each heaving with all things
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Middle-eastern spices: a guide
No trip to the UAE is complete without savouring some of the region’s most notable exports – its spices. But do you know what spices define Middle Eastern cooking and what to look for when faced
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5 Rome aperitivo bars that are too good to miss
The tradition of aperitivo maybe a typically Milanese past time, but Romans, as they have for centuries, revere their old traditions and embrace the new. The same holds true for eating and drinking
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London's luxury fish & chip shops
It may well be Britain's quintessential dish. No trip to London is complete without an evening sampling some of the finest, freshest fish the city has to offer. However, getting it right is
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10 things you need to know about Dusseldorf and Cologne
Situated less than 40 kilometers apart along the Rhine in the western region of Germany, both Düsseldorf and Cologne are rich in architecture, attractions and culture. Each city has its own distinct
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The 10 best places to dine al fresco in Istanbul
What better way to take in a city’s spectacular views than by enjoying an exquisite meal at one of its hottest al fresco restaurants? Istanbul offers plenty of locales that provide an impeccable
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7 of the best fine dining restaurants in Frankfurt
Frankfurt is a city full of your typical German fare, but when you've eaten your full of würstel, schnitzel and drank your weight in beer, where do you turn to find wholesome, healthy food? We've
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Florence's top panoramic bars
The city of the Renaissance boasts spectacular rooftop views for both locals and visitors alike to enjoy. Sit back and breathe in iconic Florence while eating and drinking well at any one of these
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Best seafood restaurants in Hamburg
The only thing more meticulous than the practice of catching good fish is the practice of cooking good fish. Indeed, when it comes to seafood restaurants, there are a lot of fish in the sea. Here
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Hamburg's best luxury spas
Peace is somthing more often found, on an introspective basis, than produced as a feasible good. But in the spas of Hamburg , peace and tranquility become viable through precisely executed
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Shopping and leisure at the five McArthurGlen Designer Outlets in Italy
Close to Florence, Milan, Naples, Rome and Venice, these stylish designer outlets provide all that you need for a memorable day out: from a stunning range of stores to a rich calendar of events
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Discovering Rome's immersive experiences
Rome is a city that thrives on chaos. From the layers of architecture, ancient to baroque to Renaissance all piled together, often with scooters flying past, right through to the crash and clanks of
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From Art To Ancient Relics: A Culture Trip Through Munich’s Best Museums
A journey through Munich, a prominent Bavarian cultural district.
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Traditional Bavarian restaurants in Munich
Throughout Munich , you can find typical Bavarian restaurants pretty much everywhere. If you’ve been to one, you’ve been to them all, so we scouted out the best of the best in upscale, authentic
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Where to go running in Munich
At the foot of the Alps, Munich’s natural landscape is a runner’s paradise . Boasting considerably more green space than other German cities, running in Munich is always an experience. Surrounded by
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The best bars in Munich
One thing is for certain; Munich will never be short of beer or nightlife. Some of the best bars in Munich are located inside the city’s most luxurious hotels. With quite a different scene than the
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Five of the most unusual materials used in watchmaking
For centuries, watches were in brass, and later, in many other types of non-oxidising metals such as gold, platinum, stainless steel, titanium and aerospace alloys. These are accompanied by rubies,
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Interview with Montblanc Executive Vice President Jens Henning Koch
Abuzz with worldwide events and launching novelties for its 110th anniversary, Montblanc pays tribute to its first-ever Best Safety Fountain Pen in 1906 with the new Rouge & Noir collection. A great
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10 things you need to know about Munich
Berlin had its time in the spotlight, best known for its alternative style, underground clubs and overall trendy culture, but now Munich is rising up as a top tourist destination. Although the city
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The Courthouse Hotel: Classy, Convenient, And Criminally Cool
A lesson in how to be sophisticated without being stuffy.
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A film lover's guide to Istanbul
Istanbul may not be a popular backdrop for Hollywood films, but those that are set in the city highlight some of its best spots. From the renowned Topkapı Palace to the hidden rooftops of the Grand
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The best pools in Dubai
Dubai is known for fast cars, high-end shopping, amazing architecture and being generally over-the-top... But the real hidden secret in Dubai is its luxurious pool scene. Usually part of some famous
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6 of the best Istanbul landmarks
World-renowned mosques, unmatchable cuisine credentials, steamy hamams and a bazaar like no other, you may have your checklist ready for a weekend in Istanbul , but don't go anywhere before you've
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巴黎米其林三星级餐厅大集合
巴黎 拥有着世界上一些最出色的厨师和最奢华的餐厅，其中，只有9间荣是米其林3星级，他们都为这国际美食首都树立了崇高的标准。无论到巴黎公干或旅游，一定要预订并亲身尝试以下的星级餐饮体验。 L’Astrance L’Astrance 淡淡的奶油味点染出优雅而现代的亲密气氛，Christophe Rohat的食肆中最多容纳25人，一天两次，一周工作四天。主厨Pascal
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Navigli, Milan: Canalside wining and dining
On no discernable evening of the week the youthful crowds of Milan gather on both banks of the Naviglio Grande, and once you arrive, it’s easy to see why. Known for its canals, all-night bars that
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Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch
The recently opened Courthouse Hotel Shoreditch is housed in the former Old Street Magistrates Court and Police Station has quickly become known as one the most luxurious spots in Shoreditch. A
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HP announces limited edition 18K gold and diamond laptops
HP recently claimed the “world’s thinnest” notebook title with the launch of its ultra-thin Spectre laptop. Sporting a Full HD 13.3-inch edge-to-edge IPS screen protected by a Gorilla Glass 4
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High tech gadgets 2016: Vertu Signature Touch for Bentley
Some of the latest gadgets are ideas for completely new objects, performing new functions, and it is likely that we will see many in Milan during Design Week . Some of the latest concepts on the
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Abu Dhabi's best day spas
There's a myth that the city of Abu Dhabi was founded on a healing thermal spring. If this legend is true, then the city still holds many of these healing powers as the spas here are above and
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The best hiking trails in the UAE
To many, Dubai is a glittering metropolis, filled with the world’s tallest buildings and luxury hotels but surrounded by a vast, barren and arid desert...but what people don’t realise is that Dubai
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Chamberí, Madrid: a guide
Sometimes it’s just a neighbourhood’s time: New eateries seem to sprout up overnight, previously unassuming streets become cool and eventually property prices edge higher in tandem – not for any
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5 of the best coffee shops in Abu Dhabi
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Wherever you travel, be it for pleasure or business, just make sure that you never leave without your Swiss Army Knife. Or, as the astronaut Chris Hadfield who logged 4,000 hours in space said,
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Denyse Beaulieu: a history of perfume making in Paris
“I was always a bit of a rebel, and a different body shape to most women here,” says Denyse Beaulieu, her long silvery mane shimmering in the morning light that falls over the Jardin du Palais Royal
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Steigenberger Hotel Business Bay Dubai
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Barcelona embraces health and wellbeing trends quicker than any other Spanish city. Yoga , in its many interpretations, is in full flow in the Catalan capital, with drop-in options at all hours of
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“Swiss cuisine combines German, French and northern Italian cuisine, and this has helped generate many regional specialities, based on a few basic, local ingredients. Some dishes have, however, gone
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5 of the best day spas in Paris
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A local's guide to Arabic food in Abu Dhabi
When you visit Abu Dhabi , it is easy to get caught in the newness of the bustling city. New cars drive through streets peppered with metallic skyscrapers, and all around you see modernity. But
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5 reasons to love Val d'Isère
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Snow is falling, lights are twinkling, bells are ringing and that means it’s time to go shopping! There are few moments more magical than going to a Christmas market in Switzerland . It is just like
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For a long time Berlin was, in the words of its former mayor, “poor, but sexy”. But in the past few years, while the the city’s bohemian credentials remain impeccable, Berlin has developed a
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Top 7: Milan's best historic restaurants
Milan might be one of the more modern Italian cities, but that doesn't mean it there isn't a passion for the traditions of yesterday. Peppered across the city, you can find small, family-owned
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5 of the best children's boutiques in Paris
When in Paris , how you dress your children is as important as how you dress yourself. The training for the ever-elusive French style best begins young; with mothers dressing their little ones in
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A guide to Milanese food
As a self-confessed foodie I thought I was pretty well acquainted with Italian cuisine when I first moved to Milan . Oh how wrong I was. I distinctly remember my first experience in a Milanese
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The Swiss take their seafood seriously, and no more so than in Geneva, where the chefs' notorious precision means you are guaranteed a good feed. With deliveries arriving from Lake Geneva and the
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Brera, Milan: a guide
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7 of the best Japanese restaurants in Hong Kong
One of the most surprising things about Hong Kong is its cuisine. Due to it proximity to China the city does boast great Cantonese restaurants but in addition it offers a surprising array of
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Flamenco Fashion Guide With Vicky Martín Berrocal
An exclusive interview with the world's leading flamenco dress designer.
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10 things you need to know about Dubai
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Eurostars Hotel Excelsior Napoli
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A chocolate lover's guide to Zurich
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If you’re keen on Italian designer clothes but aren’t so keen on the price tags then, good news, outlet shopping villages are popping up all over Italy to cater exactly for your needs. Find your
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Florence, home to the Medici and birthplace of Renaissance, is like no other place on earth. Surrounded by rolling Tuscan hills this city boasts awe inspiring museums, churches, galleries, fabulous
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10 unmissable Swiss experiences
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AC Milan vs Inter: who to support
The next Milan Derby between AC Milan and Inter Milan takes place on Sunday 19 April. Since 2011 both teams have lagged behind Juventus in Serie A, but a chance to see these two classic rivals play
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10 things you need to know about Milan
Milan is isn't the first place in Italy that springs to mind for a weekend away. It's somewhat overshadowed by its prettier neighbours Florence, Venice and Verona. But this ancient, sophisticated
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10 of the most beautiful villages in Switzerland
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Sunday – Zuma We fell in love when it first opened in London and now with two locations in the U.A.E The Zuma brand is a firm favourite for delicious Japanese fare. Zuma Abu Dhabi opened its doors
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Zurich's best cigar lounges
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A tastefully curated guide to Milan's best places to grab a cup.
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Coffee etiquette in Italy has more strictures than a Catholic wedding so it’s essential to do your research pre-trip to avoid any caffeine related calamities. Italian coffees are subtly different to their overseas counte
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The best restaurants in Zurich
Zurich is one of the hottest destinations in the world right now, with a thriving culture, bar and restaurant scene. Here are some of our top picks of where to eat in Switzerland's largest city. The
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A guide to Zürich's Kreis 5 district
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London's best game restaurants
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The best Turkish Hammam in Dubai
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Baccarat Review: Le Cristal Room
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10 of the best Christmas markets 2014
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From Fine Dining To Eco Chic Brunches: The Best Restaurants In Marbella
Home to some of the best restaurants in Andalucia.
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Located far away for most on the Arabian Peninsula, a few decades ago not many would have believed that Dubai had the expertise and the willpower to become such a powerful force on the world's
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Hong Kong's top cookery schools
Take time out of your schedule and immerse yourself into the educational world of gourmet. If you have a spare afternoon in a city then there are few other ways to emmerse yourself in the local
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The Dior Institut Spa, Paris: Review
On the exclusive shopping street of avenue Montaigne, in the basement of the legendary Plaza Athénée palace-hotel, is a secluded haven like no other. Through the lobby, past the scintillating crystal chandeliers past the
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Hôtel de Sers
This five star hotel was originally built in 1880 as a private town house for Henri-Leopold Charles, the Marquis de Sers. Located on the 8th arrondissement just a short distance from the
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Restaurants with a view: Paris
Parisian restaurants are up there with the best in the world, if you add to this a panoramic view of the historic buildings, squares and Eiffel Tower and you'll have a meal to remember for years to
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After 145 years of men-only models, IWC launches its first collection for women
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Tom Ford brings sexy back for SS15
The black mirrored floor should have been the first hint. The room had the distinct feel of 1970's glam rock disco. The collection is sexy, sleek and dark; mostly black suits, occasionally
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A look inside Victoria Beckham flagship in Dover Street
From the early hours of Thursday morning, there was a long queue of excited shoppers anxious to be among the first to enter Victoria Beckham’s luxurious flagship store at 36 Dover Street in London.
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London: Billionaire Capitol
While America, China and India mint their own billionaires, we import 'ours.' Fewer than one third of London's billionaires were born here. Only five of the wealthiest twenty are Brits and just two
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Luxury houses come and go throughout the decades, often fading away with time, while their influences may live on forever. Such is the case for some of today's most loved luxury brands – forgotten
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5 of the best: Luxury Cars 2014
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Set sail: Hong Kong's luxury Chinese junk boats
No, you are not seeing things: you are just looking at a unique experience of boat hire available in Hong Kong. Aqua Luna is one of the city's last remaining red sail junk boats. In Cantonese, it is
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The twelve most expensive handbags in the world
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5 of the best day trips from Barcelona
Barcelona is a perfect city with a great climate and beautiful coasts. Renting a car and driving along the coast, hopping from village to village and enjoying the fine beaches, is a great way of
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Justicia, Madrid: a guide
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How rich people travel: luxury makes a comeback in aviation
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Celine opens on Avenue Montaigne in Paris
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Vera Wang introduces the grunge bride
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Chanel, new boutique in Geneva
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Gucci in Japan: 50 years on
Italian luxury house Gucci is celebrating 50 successful years in Japan with a series of charitable initiatives and a special limited edition capsule collection. Beginning in March, the brand will
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Maserati Quattroporte S
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Boutique 1
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Barcelona is an interlaced myriad of cultures, sights, sounds and tastes, effortlessly lodged between the Mediterranean and the Pyrenees. A view from above provides a fine introduction to the city,
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The spa at Four seasons Milano
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Kerry Hotel Pudong, Shanghai Launches Pink October Campaign
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Italy's top female chef: Annie Féolde
In a world where the celebrity chef rules, and the height of bad manners and unkindness are apparent prerequisites for the accomplishment of superior cuisine, the warmth and laughter of Chef Annie
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The King of Rock Couture
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A brief history of Macau's cuisine
Buzzing with energy, Macau has come a long way to become one of China’s top tourist destinations. The 16th century saw the arrival of Portuguese sailors to what was then a developing harbour town.
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Top 5 terrace bars in Milan
The Salone del Mobile in Milan includes a large number of cocktail events, but there are a small number of locations above ground level from which you can put the city and its obsession with design
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Camino de Santiago, Spain: a guide
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Top ten cufflinks
Shirts with French cuffs are a fundamental part of formal menswear, but they are also increasingly used as a personal touch with more casual wear. Cufflinks are a small but effective way of adding a
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On Air with IWC Schaffhausen
Every IWC Schaffhausen collection has a unique story behind it. What better way to get to know this year’s stars – Pilot’s Watches – by speaking to one of IWC’s most important personalities who
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Hublot Team Buenos Aires Wins at the Coutts Polo
Polo enthusiasts flocked to the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi last weekend for the venue’s first-ever polo match. The event saw four international polo teams representing Abu Dhabi , London , Milan
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Shanghai - One-stop Shop
Shanghai’s shopping malls combine practical solutions with a sophisticated lifestyle, bringing the best under one roof. Shanghai offers a kaleidoscope of shopping experiences, with everything from
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Grieb & Benzinger - skeletonized watches for women
Up until recently, mechanical watches were generally a predominantly male-oriented product, with women's watches principally featuring jewel-setting. Skeletonized watches are a case apart, because
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London - Novikov Restaurant & Bar
Headed by a famous and successful Russian restaurateur, Novikov Restaurant & Bar is one of London's most luxurious dining locales. Guests are presented the option to dine in the Asian Room or
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Jaquet Droz - the Bird Repeater
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Valentino - Spring 2013
Valentino spring/summer 2013 had Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli create a veritable collection fit for a princess. The soft color palette was accentuated with pale
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Opéra area guide, Paris
Paris is a magical city, full of monuments and elaborate buildings that allude to a bygone era. One of the most stunning icons of the French capital is its historic opera, the Palais Garnier, built
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The best places to smoke cigars in Spain
The Spanish brought the vice to Europe, courtesy of Columbus. Today, the nation's pleasurable trinity is a cafecito, a good drink, and a puro (cigar) . Though Europe is now a place of
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Cartier at the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid
Being a jeweller can sometimes lead to unusual encounters. One of the best stories is that of Mexican movie star María Félix, who visited the Cartier store in Paris one day in 1975, carrying a bag
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Burberry opens its biggest store on London's Regent Street
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Vienna - The spirit of the West in the Hapsburg 'Kammer'
Visiting the new Kunstkammer or “chamber of art” in Vienna is rather like living in a tale by Hoffmann or Mérimée. (In the title photo above: Master of the Furies, Fury, c. 1610/20, Salzburg?,
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The original Ottoman jewellery
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Brand highlights Pomellato is a company that, in its own words, changed the rules. The rules of jewellery. It removed it from its traditional formality and made it younger, sexier, more universal in
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Great wine, great container
Block 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon is a vineyard planted in the mid 1880s on the Penfolds Kalimna property, about 60 kilometres north of Adelaide, Australia. The vines are therefore an important
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Drettmann yachts - cruising luxury
There is no denying that most people love to be near, in or on the water. This is something that hasn’t changed over the millennia. A coastal property or – as a crowning touch – an ocean-going yacht
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Top 5 breakfast places in Rome
People who have been Italy for a while soon learn that caffè & cornetto (coffee and a croissant) is a deceptively simple breakfast combination that actually conceals a vast heritage of culinary
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Top ten pilot's watches 2012
Pilot's watches are amongst the most distinctive types of fine mechanical timepiece. They are characteristic for their great legibility, black dials with white numerals and hands reminiscent of cockpit instruments, and a
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Carrera y Carrera - new jewellery collection
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Dodo brand profile
Brand highlights DoDo is a brand that was created by Pomellato in 1994, following the Italian maison's declaration of its "commitment to the protection of the natural heritage." The decision was
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Top five Swiss chocolate shops in Geneva
Swiss chocolate is known all over the world for its high quality, so when in Geneva a trip to a confiserie to sample this national treasure should not be missed. Here, in no particular order, are five of the city's best
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Lancel's Leonello Borghi
French maison Lancel just celebrated its 135th anniversary, in style, naturally. Best know nowadays for its signature handbags which include the Premier Flirt, the Adjani , the Daligramme and, the
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Top five candidates for the first wristwatch in the world
Arnaud Bamberger, Executive Chairman of Cartier UK, says, in an exclusive interview for LUXOS , "Alberto Santos-Dumont was the person for whom the first wristwatch was created by Louis Cartier, at the beginning of the la
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Shanghai Tang opens its mansion in Hong Kong
True to their word, Shanghai Tang have succeeded. After having had to abandon their premises in the Pedder Building in Central, Hong Kong, because Abercrombie & Fitch put in an offer to pay two and
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Pomellato opens a flagship store in Zurich
Pomellato has announced that it is opening a flagship store in Zurich, in Weinplatz. The operation is in partnership with one of the city's most sophisticated family businesses, Zett Meyer. Nick
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Rolex Sky-Dweller - new at Baselworld 2012
At Baselworld 2012, Rolex unusually introduced something very new, a complete new product family titled Sky-Dweller, which includes some interesting and original functions. The first thing that
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Valentino brand profile
Today, the Valentino Fashion Group S.p.A plays an important role in the world of fashion and luxury, with a diversified portfolio of products including clothing, accessories, and footwear for men
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Barcelona's Modernisme
Barcelona is a buzzing, contemporary city where the accent is on here, now and tomorrow. But at the same time it presents a glorious and colourful history, that survives in some of the most
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Brand history: Pomellato and DoDo, a success story
Pomellato is a company that, in its own words, changed the rules. The rules of jewellery. It removed it from its traditional formality and made it younger, sexier, more universal in appeal. It
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The top ten luxury shops in London
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2012 Top 10 Watches in the World
This year, the world's top watch manufacturers have turned to their rich heritage for inspiration, reinterpreting some of their bestselling collections with technological breakthroughs. Your favourite watches are better
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The Cartier flagship boutique in Hong Kong
The ‘ King of Jewellers, Jeweller of Kings ’ originally ascended to its throne in Hong Kong in 1970, being one of the first international luxury jewellers to open a boutique in the historic Prince’s
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La Perla, the most sensuous brand in the world
It all began in the year 1954, when Ada Masotti, investing all her energy and devotion, opened a small dressmaking workshop in Bologna with the promising name La Perla , the pearl. With her crafts
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Prada, the brand story
Prada is a group and fashion brand helmed by Miuccia Prada that is known for producing impressive numbers. Of course, it is much more as well. It exudes intellectual and minimalist style . It is a
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Palais Royal: a shopping guide
Nothing can be compared to the splendid way in which the Palais Royal, Paris, with its triple arcades and marvellous garden, bears witness to the past. With both a joyous and tumultuous past, today
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Matching fashion for couples - latest fashion trend
Asia Pacific’s hot trend of matching couples fashions has progressed over the past decade from matching t-shirts to must-have accessories and coordinating collections from leading luxury brands.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Moon 39
It's there, on your wrist. Your first prestige mechanical watch. It looks amazing. It's not flashy, almost minimalist, with the added fascination of the moon phases, and above all it exudes a sort
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Marshall & Stewart, British-made luxury beds
What is luxury today? Some people would say that it has something to do with the amount of time you can dedicate to the things you like doing. Others would think about quality of life . At Marshall
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Lardini: A Story Made In Italy
The Italian masters show us what goes into making their suits.
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Dubai International Financial Centre: a shopping guide
In heart of the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Centre) is a high-end sanctuary for those seeking the finer things in life. Showcasing a variety of art galleries, premium restaurants, high-end
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Laurence Graff, King of Diamonds
“Diamonds excite me; diamonds are my life,” says Laurence Graff, “I see inside the stone, look at the colour and cut and assess its natural beauty and value – I was born to be amongst diamonds.”
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Vintage clothing trend
Due to popular demand, vintage clothing fashion trends have made their way onto the shelves of boutiques in every major fashion city. Sienna Miller , Rachel Zoe, Nicole Richie and Michelle Williams
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Brigitte's Touch
Angèle Lancel considered the handbag to be an instrument of feminine seduction, and if there is one woman who personifies this seduction, it has to be Brigitte Bardot. Mischievous and spontaneous,
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Turkish Treasures Uncovered At The Grand Bazaar, Istanbul
Lose yourself in the labyrinth of little streets for a shopping experience like no other.
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Ermenegildo Zegna opens a new global store in Paris
Ermenegildo Zegna is opening a new global store at 50 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, thirty years after its first Paris boutique. This reflects the brand's success in France, where it has achieved
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LUXOS luxury travel guides, the authoritative voice on luxury travel
Luxos is a publishing company based in Milan, Italy, that has been reporting on the global luxury and travel industries for over two decades. Its magazines are unique media in that they provide a
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Luxury concierge services
Have you ever dreamt of flying in a fighter jet at 43,000 feet? Or having a romantic dinner on an iceberg? Or watching the Northern Lights at the North Pole? These are the sort of the unusual
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Watch news from Baselworld 2011
Of the world's top 10 best watches many are likely to have "Swiss made" on the dial. Baselworld highlighted some interesting trends, from large watches to hi tech watches and ultra-slim
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John Armleder, conceptual artist
The Swiss artist John M Armleder (b. 1949) is one of the most influential conceptual artists in Europe. Having grown up in the five-star hotel “Richmond” in Geneva, he now lives and works both in his home town, Geneva, a
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Lancel Handbags, carrying the legacy
Few things stand the test of time. With much of our history having been shaped and structured by the great men of the past, it was often the tales of female style icons that found their way into the
Culture
Rolls Royce motor cars and the Spirit of Ecstasy
Spirit of Ecstasy Rolls-Royce Motor Cars is celebrating one hundred years of the Spirit of Ecstasy. It´s the famous flying lady mascot that inspires owners, enthusiasts and those working for the
Travel
Salamanca - Madrid shopping district
Madrid is known as the fashion capital of Spain and the famous streets of the Salamanca district, namely Calle José Ortega y Gasset, Calle de Serrano and Calle de Goya are a shopper's heaven. These
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Bulgari, Diamond Engagement Ring Settings
The step after coming up with your romantic wedding proposal ideas is finding the ring. Whether you are looking for a classic or alternative diamond engagement ring, here are our recommendations
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Valextra presents a bag for all occasions
Do you travel? Work in an office? Go shopping? Love practical handbags where you can store all the essential odds and ends? If you answered yes to any or all of these questions then you are
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Fendi at the Milan runway fashion shows, fall-winter 2011-2012 women's collection
F stands for Flawless Fendi Fall Fashion. The Creative Design team of Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi has brought us a collection that's trendy and functional, with just the right colour
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Brunello Cucinelli Fall/Winter 2011-2012 women's collections
If I could choose one brand to wear in for the upcoming Fall/Winter season, it would be Brunello Cucinelli. The reason is simply because the collection is not only impeccably designed and crafted,
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Furla at the Fall/Winter 2011-2012 men's collections
Taking inspiration from the late 1950s, Furla has envisioned a Fall/Winter 2011-2012 collection for different kinds of men. Elegance reigns supreme, as always with this House, with bags in various
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Sevan Bicakci - In the eye of the beholder
At first glance, Sevan Bicakci jewellery has an almost haunting look. The rings, bracelets, and necklaces are works of art that draw you in, urging you to look deeper into the craftsmanship.
Hotels
Discover The Art Of Indulging At The Capella Bar & Cigar Lounge
The hangout spot for royal families visiting Düsseldorf.
Restaurants
Basque Cuisine Just Got A Lot Cooler At Bilbao’s Etxanobe Restaurant
A modern-day update to traditional Basque cuisine.
Culture
Beauty as Substance
Aesthetic matters are fundamental for the harmonious development of both society and the individual. Friedrich Schiller The value of aesthetic beauty cannot be underestimated. Aesthetics give us
Fashion
Luxury Is An Everyday Affair At Asprey In 167 New Bond Street, London
Royal traditions and bespoke service in this "passport to luxury."
Fashion
Nisantasi, The Luxury Fashion District For Fine Istanbul Shopping
Discover the forever-chic neighborhood for some of the best fashion shopping Turkey has to offer.
Fashion
La Mer launches The Eye Balm Intense
For eyes that remain unaffected by age, La Mer cosmetics maison has recently presented The Eye Balm Intense, an innovative treatment for the skin around the eyes that helps accelerate the natural
Culture
Dubai-based entrepreneur showcases collection of art by rediscovered Italian genius
A new name in Italian art history? Pordenone Montanari has attracted attention recently, possibly more for the romance of the story than for his art. Pordenone Montanari is 73 years old. He studied
Fashion
Brioni & the Challege of bespoke
Brioni means unique. Its status can be gauged from an independent survey conducted by the Luxury Institute of New York in 2007, which named it the most prestigious men's fashion brand in the United
Culture
Pershing 92: what do you get when you mix 92 feet with 2,638 horses?
Pershing presented its new 28-metre jewel in a press conference held in Milan on 15 June 2010. The first exemplary of this luxury yacht is presently being built at the Pershing boatyards in
Fashion
Olga Berluti, perfection in men's shoes
“YOUR SHOES HAVE A SOUL” is the motto of the Berluti house. And surely she knows something about that: by that we naturally mean Olga Berluti, the lady of the shoes, who translated the
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Top fashion designers
Recipient of multiple awards, in particular the CFDA award for womenswear and menswear designer, Michael Kors has been one of the most influential American designers for over two decades. It all
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Anna Molinari, founder of Blumarine, talks to Luxos
With her striking personality, Anna Molinari is one of those rare cases of perfect coherence between the creative imagination to which she gave life and her own ethos. A personality painted in
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Queen of Shoes: Tamara Mellon, Founder and President of Jimmy Choo
What makes a Jimmy Choo shoe so unique and recognizable? We believe in innovation, design, craftsmanship and in offering a great range of styles to fashion-forward women. The Jimmy Choo look has
Culture
May 2010: Veuve Clicquot and Art HK, at various venues in Hong Kong
The colour of May will be a familiar yellow as Veuve Clicquot and ART HK 10 come together for a month of spectacular events. In order to celebrate the 3rd Hong Kong International Art Fair, Veuve
Watches
Brand History: Chopard – A Passion For Excellence
150 years of premier design jewellery and luxury sports watches.
Watches
Luxury watches brand Girard-Perregaux opens in New York
The Swiss Haute Horlogerie Manufacture Girard-Perregaux has opened an exclusive boutique in New York. The flagship store is at 701 Madison Avenue, a location where many of the finest luxury brands
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Bottega Veneta invests in youth
Long apprenticeship and decrease job opportunities have led to a scarcity of prized artisans. The centuries-old tradition of artisan leather work in Italy, particularly in Veneto, is quickly
Culture
Bottega Veneta, new furniture collection
On Tuesday 13 April, Bottega Veneta celebrated the launch of its new furniture collection, while also inaugurating its Pop Up store, in Via Ercole Marelli 4/6, Milan. This store and the new
Culture
Maserati GranCabrio: a milestone in supercar sensations
In Luxos' series of automobiles appraisal - here comes a supercar sensation. Look it in the eyes. There, set between its headlights, is a trident, more accurately, the Trident. Announcing that the
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Ferragamo working with Chinese contemporary artist Xue Song: latest urban fashions
A new departure in the designer leather wallet and fashion tote bags in this series of products by Salvatore Ferragamo. Culture has always been important for Salvatore Ferragamo, ever since the
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Fauchon, luxury grocer with 450 boutiques worldwide
An American couple, a group of Russian tourists, young Koreans, an English grandmother looking for a gift, two young French businessmen stopping in on their coffee break... This is the clientele
Fashion
Clothes and fashion tips - spring-summer 2010 Guess Accessories
A world apart from latest urban fashions , the spring-summer 2010 Guess Accessories campaign brings the Wild West into the present. The photography was performed in Venice, California, and it
Culture
Alcantara, sustainable luxury for car interior styling
Alcantara is a material that featured in the car interior styling for many prestige autos at the Geneva 2010 Show, by virtue of its luxury appearance and touch, along with its total sustainability.
Fashion
Karl Lagerfeld designs the world's most expensive safe
Created by probably the most gifted designer of our time, a spectacular high-security safe has been developed on paper in Paris, which the specialists at the house of Döttling in Maichingen have
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Bespoke fragrance at Creative Perfumers, London
Perfume is perhaps the most intimate and luxurious embodiment of bespoke because it is invisible. It cannot claim practicality or durability, and serves little purpose beyond individual pleasure.
Fashion
Brand history: Gianfranco Ferré, the architect of fashion
“One of the fundamental factors that led me towards fashion was passion, an almost physical need for a direct relationship with the materials I use to create.” Gianfranco Ferré, who died in 2007,
Culture
Brand history: the incredible story of British luxury luggage marque Globe-Trotter
Globe-Trotter is a luxury brand that was founded by Englishman David Nelken in Saxony, Germany, in 1897. In 1901, the company returned to the UK, and it has been there ever since. The values that
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David Yurman, jewellery designer, and now a classic brand
As an avid artist, David Yurman founded his own jewellery brand over 25 years ago. At a time when retailers in the U.S. placed little importance on promoting brand names, David and his wife Sybil
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The Transformability of Van Cleef & Arpels: A Conversation with the brand's Catherine Cariou
For the second consecutive year French Maison Van Cleef & Arpels chose to take part in Design Days Dubai as luxury partner and sponsor. In so doing, the brand highlighted its commitment to art and
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Luxos exclusive: the platinum GBF Over P001 dream car
The purest, rarest and most durable metal of all. Just one short phrase is enough to describe a metal – platinum – that has had an irresistible appeal for men and women of all eras and all places. A
Watches
The Breguet Flagship Boutique At 1881 Heritage In Hong Kong
The décor is inspired by the design of the marque's classic watches.
Watches
Timeless: Audemars Piguet Have A World-Leading Reputation For Their Exclusive Timepieces
As sophisticated and beautiful an investment as it was a hundred years ago.
Travel
Harrods, Liberty, Harvey Nichols, Selfridges, Fortnum & Mason: essential guide
Harrods - 87–135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL Dossier: The most famous department store in the world – and London’s third most popular visitor attraction – is comprised of 25 acres of pure,
Fashion
Tod's - the new limited edition Ferrari Gommino
Tod's and Ferrari are pretty well the powers that be when it comes to Made in Italy luxury, so it comes as no surprise that the two powerhouses have been working in partnership since 2001 to create
Culture
Want to match your suit to your car's interior?
Two great Italian institutions: Ferrari and Vitale Barberis Canonico have come together to offer Ferrari owners an extra special service. If you've ever dreamed of making a made to measure suit that
Restaurants
A Brief History Of Ladurée: Exclusive Interview
Discover the history of this remarkable success story.
Fashion
Sophie Delafontaine, Artistic Director at Longchamp
On the occasion of the 60th birthday of Longchamp, Luxos wanted to meet an emblematic figure of this family-run fashion house born in 1948. Sophie Delafontaine works alongside all of her family members (her parents and h
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Chanel enters the black fragrance niche
Move over Lady Gaga , there's a new black scent in town! Chanel is adding to its Coco fragrance line with Coco Noir, a darker and more Gothic homage to the maison's founder. The third entry into the
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Jo Malone opens a store in Turin, Italy
Jo Malone has opened a new boutique in Turin, Via Lagrange 4/a, at the heart of the city's exclusive shopping district. This is the brand's third store in Italy, following those of Milan and Rome.