Dissolving Boundaries: The Awakening at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape
"The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes." - Marcel Proust In a world obsessed with barriers, there exist rare sanctuaries where humanity and nature blur together like mist lifting off a Balinese valley at dawn. Such places demand not merely
Cannes Film Festival 2026 Winners: Palme d’Or, Jury Awards and Key Moments
The 79th edition of the Cannes Film Festival concluded with a prize selection that leaned toward controlled storytelling, psychological tension and formally restrained cinema rather than overt spectacle. This year’s competition unfolded against the familiar backdrop of the Croisette — premieres, standing ovations, late-night acquisitions and couture-heavy red
Santani, Kandy: Where Wellness Is Built Into the Environment
"The art of medicine consists of amusing the patient while nature cures the disease." — Voltaire There is a particular kind of fatigue that no amount of sleep addresses. It accumulates not in the body but somewhere behind it, in the machinery that governs the body: the nervous system,Latest Articles
Characterful bases for exploring the Cape Winelands
The Cape Winelands are some of South Africa's most picturesque destinations. Stretching from Cape Town into a landscape of vine-covered valleys, dramatic mountains, and historic towns, this region offers much more than great wine. Award-winning restaurants, stunning Cape Dutch architecture, galleries, museums, hiking trails, farm stalls,
Casa Eleda Palm Beach: The Historic $105 Million “Ham and Cheese House”
Casa Eleda, Maurice Fatio’s 1920s oceanfront residence in Palm Beach, has returned to the market at $105 million after a multi-year restoration that preserved its historic character. Casa Eleda Palm Beach, known locally as the “Ham and Cheese House”, is asking $105 million. The property was designed around
Vacheron Constantin Creates Six Watches Using Rare Artistic Crafts
Vacheron Constantin has turned the watch dial into a miniature canvas for six crafts rarely associated with horology. Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom, created through the maison’s One of Not Many Crafts Programme, comprises six concept watches developed with external artisans. The six pieces are Feathersnake,
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel Reopens in Venice
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel reopened on 30 July 2026 after restoration, bringing one of Venice’s historic hotel complexes under Four Seasons management while retaining its palazzo architecture and Venetian character. Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has reopened on Venice’s Riva degli Schiavoni, marking a new
Your Body Doesn't Have One Biological Age
“Your biological age is 47.” It sounds precise, but the science behind biological age is becoming less straightforward. Chronological age counts years. Biological ageing describes changes in cells, tissues and physiological systems—and those changes do not necessarily happen at the same pace. Biological Age: What Does the Number Actually
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: The New Yachts and Market Signals to Watch
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 opens on 8 September with more than 680 exhibitors, 710+ boats and yachts, and around 150 world premieres across Vieux Port and Port Canto. Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: Dates and What to Expect The Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 runs from 8 to 13 September, bringing the
Bayeux Tapestry British Museum: Why London’s Autumn Cultural Calendar Has a New Anchor
After almost 1,000 years away, the Bayeux Tapestry returns to England this September, making the British Museum one of London’s principal cultural destinations for autumn 2026. The Bayeux Tapestry British Museum exhibition opens on 10 September 2026 in Room 30, the Sainsbury Exhibitions Gallery, and runs until 11
Best Hotels in the Maldives: 10 Resorts for 2026/27
There are now enough high-end resorts in the Maldives that choosing by star rating or villa size is of limited use. The more relevant distinction is what each island is designed to do. Some of the best hotels in the Maldives specialise in privacy; others make marine conservation, gastronomy,
Venice Film Festival 2026: The Practical Guide to Tickets, Red Carpets, Premieres and Getting to the Lido
The 83rd Venice International Film Festival — Mostra Internazionale d’Arte Cinematografica — runs from 2 to 12 September 2026, with a pre-opening event scheduled for 1 September. This guide explains how the festival works in practice.Travel
Characterful bases for exploring the Cape Winelands
The Cape Winelands are some of South Africa's most picturesque destinations. Stretching from Cape Town into a landscape of vine-covered valleys, dramatic mountains, and historic towns, this region offers much more than great wine. Award-winning restaurants, stunning Cape Dutch architecture, galleries, museums, hiking trails, farm stalls,
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel Reopens in Venice
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel reopened on 30 July 2026 after restoration, bringing one of Venice’s historic hotel complexes under Four Seasons management while retaining its palazzo architecture and Venetian character. Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has reopened on Venice’s Riva degli Schiavoni, marking a new
Best Hotels in the Maldives: 10 Resorts for 2026/27
There are now enough high-end resorts in the Maldives that choosing by star rating or villa size is of limited use. The more relevant distinction is what each island is designed to do. Some of the best hotels in the Maldives specialise in privacy; others make marine conservation, gastronomy,
Best Red Sea Hotels in Saudi Arabia: 8 Resorts for 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast is no longer primarily a story about hotels under construction. Six Senses Southern Dunes opened in 2023, followed by a succession of island and desert resorts, while Shura Island has moved into full operating mode. By July 2026, five hotels were open on ShuraNews
Luxury Goods Trends: High Jewellery, Cartier Crash and Couture Denim
This week’s luxury goods agenda highlights three key signals: the strength of high jewellery, the rise of Cartier Crash as an investment watch, and the growing influence of couture-level collaborations with heritage brands. High Jewellery Continues to Outperform High jewellery remains one of the most resilient luxury segments,
Michelin & Gastronomy: New Zealand, La Jolla and Saint-Tropez Redefine Culinary Travel
The luxury gastronomy map is shifting again. This week’s key signals come from three destinations: New Zealand, where Michelin has arrived for the first time; La Jolla, where California’s fine-dining scene is expanding beyond major cities; and Saint-Tropez, where gastronomy, beach culture and rosé define the
Major Events Radar: Couture, Cannes Lions and the Next Luxury Calendar Moves
This week’s major events agenda is led by Paris Haute Couture Week, while the aftereffect of Cannes Lions continues to shape the luxury marketing conversation. Looking ahead, Monaco Yacht Show and Paris Fashion Week Women SS27 are already key planning points for editorial teams and luxury brands. Paris Haute
Hotel Industry Radar: Why Luxury Hospitality Is Entering Its Pre-Opening Leadership Era
The luxury hotel market is increasingly being shaped before a property opens its doors. This week’s senior appointments across Tokyo, the Caribbean, Mexico, Rome and Corinthia Hotels point to a clear industry signal: general managers and operational leaders are now being positioned 6 to 18 months ahead of openingLatest Articles
Characterful bases for exploring the Cape Winelands
The Cape Winelands are some of South Africa's most picturesque destinations. Stretching from Cape Town into a landscape of vine-covered valleys, dramatic mountains, and historic towns, this region offers much more than great wine. Award-winning restaurants, stunning Cape Dutch architecture, galleries, museums, hiking trails, farm stalls,
Casa Eleda Palm Beach: The Historic $105 Million “Ham and Cheese House”
Casa Eleda, Maurice Fatio’s 1920s oceanfront residence in Palm Beach, has returned to the market at $105 million after a multi-year restoration that preserved its historic character. Casa Eleda Palm Beach, known locally as the “Ham and Cheese House”, is asking $105 million. The property was designed around
Vacheron Constantin Creates Six Watches Using Rare Artistic Crafts
Vacheron Constantin has turned the watch dial into a miniature canvas for six crafts rarely associated with horology. Métiers d’Art Tribute to the Animal Kingdom, created through the maison’s One of Not Many Crafts Programme, comprises six concept watches developed with external artisans. The six pieces are Feathersnake,
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel Reopens in Venice
Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel reopened on 30 July 2026 after restoration, bringing one of Venice’s historic hotel complexes under Four Seasons management while retaining its palazzo architecture and Venetian character. Danieli, Venezia, A Four Seasons Hotel has reopened on Venice’s Riva degli Schiavoni, marking a new
Your Body Doesn't Have One Biological Age
“Your biological age is 47.” It sounds precise, but the science behind biological age is becoming less straightforward. Chronological age counts years. Biological ageing describes changes in cells, tissues and physiological systems—and those changes do not necessarily happen at the same pace. Biological Age: What Does the Number Actually
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: The New Yachts and Market Signals to Watch
Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 opens on 8 September with more than 680 exhibitors, 710+ boats and yachts, and around 150 world premieres across Vieux Port and Port Canto. Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: Dates and What to Expect The Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 runs from 8 to 13 September, bringing the
Bayeux Tapestry British Museum: Why London’s Autumn Cultural Calendar Has a New Anchor
After almost 1,000 years away, the Bayeux Tapestry returns to England this September, making the British Museum one of London’s principal cultural destinations for autumn 2026. The Bayeux Tapestry British Museum exhibition opens on 10 September 2026 in Room 30, the Sainsbury Exhibitions Gallery, and runs until 11
