Air New Zealand has taken out the top spot in the latest global airline safety rankings, narrowly nudging out Qantas which came in second place. Key Takeaways Crucial Quote “Only 1.50 points separated the top two airlines,” said AirlineRatings.com CEO Sharon Petersen. “Air New Zealand’s younger fleet gave it the edge over Qantas this year.” […]
Breguet has added two new Type XX chronographs to its collection, each paying tribute to the brand’s 250th anniversary and a legacy tied to aviation. The new Type XX Chronographe 2075 models – one with a black dial and the other in solid silver – draw from a civilian model Breguet introduced in 1955. Both […]
Three well-known luxury brands joined forces to produce a limited-edition table clock that combines their heritage and artisan knowhow. The Bugatti Calandre Table Clock is the combined creation of luxury watchmaker and jeweler, Jacob & Co., high performance automobile manufacturer, Bugatti, and French luxury glassmaker, Lalique. The research and development as well as the design […]
From San Francisco to Seoul, these 58 extraordinary watering holes serve up exceptional cocktails, stunning design and world-class service. Hotel bars have become destinations in their own right. The finest examples are familiar yet transporting, offering a welcome respite for weary travelers, a launching pad for an exciting night out or the elegance of a […]
From late-night Chinatown haunt to a polished new home at Crown Sydney, Golden Century’s second act brings the classics back with a luxury twist. But does the former Sydney institution, once adored by chefs around town, still have the same charm? When I first moved to Sydney in 2016, one of my most endearing memories […]
From Jane Birkin’s original Hermès Birkin going to auction at Sotheby’s to Brunello Cucinelli’s sun-drenched summer collection and millinery moves ahead of Royal Ascot, here’s what’s happening in fashion. Brunello Cucinelli Presents A Capsule Collection for High Summer 2025 Entitled, ‘The Summer That Never Left’ Brunello Cucinelli’s summer line embraces sun-soaked days and timeless elegance. […]
On the heels of the Yayoi Kusuma exhibition closing, Australia’s most popular gallery opens a new celebration of Japanese culture, showcasing the iconic Japanese silk garment. The word kimono, translated as ‘thing to wear,’ has been used since the mid-20th century, according to the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV.) The iconic Japanese garment itself, however, […]
Heading to Europe this summer? Think twice before lighting a cigarette on the beach or strolling shirtless down a boardwalk. With visitor numbers predicted to surge to record levels in 2025, many destinations are cracking down. Europe travel rules—and the list of things that can get you in trouble—are growing, with new bans, fines and restrictions that […]
In February, we brought you a story about the Tesla Cybertruck being banned, seized and impounded by British police in the U.K. due to its lack of a conformity certificate, its sharp edges, it being too big and too heavy for British roads, its illegal light bar, and its supercar-like acceleration. Britain’s National Transportation Safety Board chairwoman […]
Australia has become a hotbed for innovative single malts. These five finalists for Best Australian Single Malt at the 2025 SFWSC show the category’s bold range. Tasting notes below. Over the past decade, Australia has emerged as a distinctive hub for innovative single malt whiskies. With more than 300 distilleries, the country has consistently earned […]