Gucci CEO Marco Bizzarri, who led the company out of a slump after Tom Ford’s resignation in 2004, will leave his role this September, amid a management shake-up that saw the hiring of a new creative director earlier this year and now the promotion of two other executives as deputy CEOs of parent company Kering. […]
Jane Birkin, the namesake of the elusive Hermès handbag and collaborator of singer Serge Gainsbourg, died on Sunday at the age of 76 after inspiring a generation of directors, fashion designers and musicians with her classic beauty and effortless style. Key Takeaways Key Background Birkin was born in London in 1946 and began her career […]
Local councils in Europe are cracking down on bad beach behaviour – and those who don’t comply may face fines. If you’re one of those vacationers that rises early, drapes their towel across the best-placed sun lounger at the pool or beach, and then heads to breakfast, you might not be welcome in Spain. It’s […]
The Icon of the Seas—what will be the world’s largest cruise ship to date with 20 decks, seven pools and a waterpark—is preparing for more trial runs after passing its first in June, six months ahead of its first scheduled voyage when it will carry almost 8,000 workers and passengers in January 2024. Key Takeaways […]
With seven venues, and three more coming this year, Potentia Solutions Leisure is bringing global hospitality to Australia’s fastest-changing city. If there were awards for Brisbane’s most formidable ambassador, Ross Ledingham would have a cabinet full of trophies. If you don’t know him by name, his bold and exciting vision of hospitality ensures that you […]
Pelorus Private Island is the newest addition to Northern Escape Collection’s range of boutique and sustainable experiences in Queensland. Amongst the pristine waters and natural wildlife of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is Northern Escape Collection’s newest secluded hideaway – Pelorus Private Island. “Pelorus Private Island is a rare offering on the Great Barrier Reef, where […]
Hardy Brothers is one of the very few Australian businesses that can boast well over a century of operations, as well as clientele that includes several generations of the British Royal Family. Hardy Brothers exclusive flagship boutique. Hardy Brothers is one of the very few Australian businesses that can boast well over a century of […]
Renders for a new United Arab Emirates mega-yacht concept reveal the vessel will be a whopping 140 metres long and draws inspiration from large US aircraft carriers. Designed by Enzo Manca Design, the UAE ONE mega-yacht is intended for both military and private uses. The vessel has been in development for two years and includes […]
Superyacht giant Ahoy Club has taken a significant stake in luxury yacht specialist Ray White Marine. The merger was overseen by luxury yacht company Ahoy Club’s CEO, Ellie Malouf, and their managing director, waste management tycoon Ian Malouf. “Combining the strengths of both companies opens new opportunities for collaboration and innovation in this space. We’ve […]
With the promise of redefining the tech landscape, Apple’s latest venture, the Apple Vision Pro, stands as an ambitious step towards spatial computing – but will it live up to the hype? Key Takeaways The Vision Pro proposes an integration of digital and physical worlds, a fascinating concept indeed. While this might be seen as […]