The Cardrona Hotel is up for sale.

One of New Zealand’s most iconic hotels is up for sale

The Cardrona Hotel – arguably New Zealand’s most photographed pub and a fixture in the Southern Alps for more than 160 years – is officially on the market. Set between Queenstown and Wānaka, the heritage-listed property is about as iconic as it gets. And for the first time in more than a decade, it’s up […]

Swiss watch exports tumble following surge as tariffs loom

Swiss watch exports are on something of a roller coaster ride so far this year, surging in April, particularly in the U.S., as retailers and brand boutiques stocked up ahead of speculation about tariffs in an endeavour to avoid inevitable price hikes. Exports then dropped dramatically in May. According to the Federation of the Swiss […]

Breguet’s 250th party rolls on with a flying tourbillon and starry dial

Breguet adds the Sidéral 7255 to its growing anniversary lineup – a flying tourbillon with no visible drive and a dial that looks like deep space. Released on June 26, the same date Abraham-Louis Breguet patented the original tourbillon in 1801, the new reference is limited to 50 numbered pieces, so good luck getting your […]

Anna Wintour has served as the fashion magazine’s U.S. editor for nearly four decades, and is credited with revitalizing its popularity and influencing global fashion.

Anna Wintour to step down as U.S. Vogue Editor-In-Chief

Anna Wintour, Vogue’s longtime editor known for revitalizing the fashion magazine and chairing the annual Met Gala, will reportedly step down as editor of the American edition of the magazine after nearly four decades at the helm, though she will continue on as Condé Nast’s global chief content officer. Key Takeaways How Long Has Anna […]

The 16 most beautiful restaurants in the world, according to Prix Versailles

Winners include restaurants from Orvieto, Italy to Paris, France, from Miami Beach, Florida to Shanghai, China—all recognised as stunning, newly opened culinary venues. Honouring breathtaking locations worldwide, the Annual Prix Versailles has unveiled its World’s Most Beautiful Restaurants List for 2025, featuring 16 newly opened and reopened restaurants that have left an extraordinary impression. Announced each year […]

The safest countries in the world, per 2025 Global Peace Index

Discover the safest countries in the world for 2025, as ranked by the Global Peace Index. From Iceland to Switzerland, these peaceful destinations promise security and serenity. With the political landscape as volatile as it is, it’s beneficial to know how safe your travel destination is. Every year, the Institute for Economics and Peace publishes […]