Bentley launches ‘once in a lifetime’ drive journeys

The luxury carmaker will offer exclusive experiences for those wanting to try out a Bentley for the first time, or for existing fans. The new travel series, called ‘Extraordinary Journeys’ is launching this month, with tours across the UK, New Mexico and Scandinavia to begin with, before rolling out more locations later this year. Each […]

Watches & Wonders 2023: Rolex, Patek Philippe, Tag Heuer and more set to release new timepieces

Watches & Wonders, the premiere international watch fair, opened its doors Monday with 48 brands and watchmakers unveiling scores of new timepieces showcasing the industry’s mastery of mechanics, craftsmanship and design. The watch fair in Geneva begins at a time when there is perhaps unprecedented growth in the luxury watch market. February data from the […]

‘Redefining luxury’: The Ritz-Carlton Melbourne is now officially open

The long-awaited opening of the Ritz-Carlton Melbourne has promised to “redefine luxury” in the city, and it doesn’t disappoint. The new luxury hotel may even take the crown as best Melbourne hotel, but only time will tell. The hotel’s designers and planners have been working on the “The Ritz” project for over a decade, and […]

World’s best airports revealed: Where does Australia rank?

UK consultancy Skytrax, which ranks airports and airlines, has revealed the world’s best airports for 2023, with Singapore Changi taking out top spot. Singapore’s Changi Airport has taken the top spot in Skytrax’s 2023 100 World’s Best Airports rankings, winning it from Hamad International Airport in Doha, which held the title in 2021 and 2022. […]

First look at Louis Vuitton’s three new watchmaking marvels

Louis Vuitton’s watchmaking division, La Fabrique du Temps, has never shied away from drama, and this spring’s trio of theatrical releases are pure stagecraft. They include an enameled mask that comes to life on the dial, a tourbillon with a neon sapphire case and a dial with moving flowers and a beating heart. The Tambour […]

Inside the US$191,000 Oscars gift bags: From an Italian getaway to plastic surgery

Angela Bassett, Austin Butler, Michelle Yeoh and other stars won’t be leaving the 95th Academy Awards empty-handed—whether or not they win an award. No matter which names are announced when the envelopes are opened on March 12 at the 95th annual Academy Awards, one thing is guaranteed— even the losers will go home with lavish Oscars […]