Europe’s most visited destinations are reaching a breaking point, raising concerns about housing, crowding, and quality of life, and locals are now fighting big business to save their neighborhoods. Overtourism in Europe has been a hot potato for decades, with locals arguing that increasing tourist numbers take much-needed housing from locals, strain infrastructure, and raise […]
The newest variation on Schaffhausen’s flagship midsize sports watch — teased at Wimbledon on the wrist of Andrew Garfield — is fresh, funky, and practically tailored for summer fun. When IWC formally welcomed the Ingenieur back into its core line-up in 2023, it was a move that sat well with a mix of both vintage […]
Almost two weeks before the release of The Odyssey on July 17, the social media embargo on the film has lifted, allowing critics to share impressions after an early screening. Social media mini-reviews are a somewhat odd, new-era phenomenon where critics are allowed a small tweet-size review, though are not allowed to give a score that would […]
Bentley will call its first completely electric car the Torcal. The SUV will be revealed in London on 23 September. Here’s what we know so far. The company released a single teaser image of the rear on Monday and confirmed little else. No pricing, no power figures, no interior. But, it’s Bentley, so we’ll bite. […]
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, luxury brands are increasingly joining the commemoration, and Swiss watchmakers are no exception. Zenith, Breitling and Corum have each introduced limited-edition timepieces that draw on American history and iconography while showcasing their own signature designs. Zenith Chronomaster Revival Liberty II Zenith has introduced the Chronomaster Revival Liberty […]
When the billionaire pop star celebrates her nuptials with Travis Kelce this weekend at Madison Square Garden, money will be no object—but here’s why it costs so much. Romantics never believed that Taylor Swift—the tortured poet of pop music—would sacrifice a fairytale wedding for a blowout party at Madison Square Garden, but here we are. […]
PlayStation manufacturer Sony announced the company would no longer release new games on physical discs starting in January 2028, shifting all sales to digital platforms in an effort to “adapt to consumer trends,” marking the end of a physical media era for one of the bestselling game console manufacturers. Key Facts Analysts Predict ‘Watershed Moment’ […]
Billionaire popstar Taylor Swift and her NFL fiancé Travis Kelce are reportedly set to celebrate their wedding in a two-day affair at Madison Square Garden this week that involves street closures, truckloads worth of decor and a black tie dress code—but may not actually include a marriage. Key Facts What We Don’t Know Much of […]
Active Travel is a hotter vacation category than it has ever been, and this is a big topic, so I am breaking it into three parts. In Part One I explained what active travel is, why it is hot, how trips work and the three major subcategories, hiking/walking/ cycling and multi-sport. I also covered the best companies […]
The Swiss marque’s shiny new storefront, in the midst of Chatswood Chase’s luxury retail precinct, sets its sights on well-heeled shoppers in North Sydney. After the arrival of a multi-storey flagship on Market Street last August, Omega is continuing the strategic expansion of its retail footprint in Sydney – this time, by ranging across the […]