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Destinations

Where is Europe’s most affordable Michelin-starred restaurant?

A new study has found that many of the most expensive Michelin-starred restaurants worldwide are in Europe - but there are affordable options on the continent too.

Lifestyle

What women want: How Swiss watchmakers are courting the female market

Watchmakers are increasingly aware of the growing voices of female collectors. At Watches and Wonders Geneva, we look at the latest women’s and gender-fluid timepieces.

Lifestyle

Watches and Wonders 2024: How watchmakers are setting themselves apart

From the most complicated watch ever made to the thinnest, brands are outdoing themselves at Watches and Wonders in Geneva. We asked some exhibiting maisons about the timepieces that set them apart.

Creators

Meet the artisan jeweller whose ethical designs are inspired by nature

Clio Saskia uses recycled 18 karat gold for her collection work, as well as ethically sourced, traceable sapphires and other gemstones she mined herself.

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Lifestyle

Electric boats charge ahead in the world of fast thrills and celebrity

Tom Brady, Didier Drogba, Rafael Nadal and Marc Anthony are among the superstars planning to make waves on Europe's waterways this summer as leaders of E1 powerboat racing teams. The high powered and adrenalin filled sport combines glamour and excitement with cutting-edge hydrofoil technology.

Creators

'I design James Bond’s car': meet Aston Martin’s leading creative mind

Marek Reichman claims to have the coolest job in the world - and not many people will probably argue. Find out what sort of mind you need to have to be top of your game in car design.

Art

Julien De Beaumarchais De Rothschild on putting art on wine labels

Since 1945, the Château Mouton Rothschild wine estate has commissioned an artist ever year to design the label for each new vintage. Euronews Culture spoke with Julien De Beaumarchais De Rothschild to discuss his family's long-standing tradition.

Business

China slowdown puts brake on luxury car maker Bentley's sales

Slowdown in China puts a dent in sales for luxury car maker Bentley but more and more customers are looking to add individual style to their cars.

Business

The world's fastest on-road car is up for auction

The Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+ could fetch as much as €5 million.

Travel News

Why were these cruise passengers shamed for arriving in France?

The World Traveller passengers disembarked to a crowd of 80 booing demonstrators in Brittany yesterday.

Lifestyle

How Italy is positioning itself as Europe's top golfing destination

The Italian government is taking a big putt by investing in golf to take advantage of the sport's burgeoning popularity. Italy also believes its unique culture can help it top Europe's leader board of top golfing destinations.

Residences

Arriving in style: The hotels welcoming guests differently

There’s nothing quite like making a grand entrance, and these luxury properties know it.

Creators

How to make a perfume: Meet ‘nose’ Patricia de Nicolaï

Patricia de Nicolai was born into one of France’s oldest and best-known families of perfumers - the house of Guerlain.

Explore

From boat trips to disco balls: How to live the high life in Bodrum

In partnership with GoTürkiye

Known for its luxurious tourism offering, Türkiye’s Bodrum is a top destination for those who want to vacation like the stars.

Culture news

Nazi-linked Horten jewels expected to fetch millions at Swiss auction

Some Jewish groups have called on Christie's to stop the sale, but the auction house says the proceeds are going towards "charities" and "Holocaust research and education".

Lifestyle

Luxury fashion brand, Dolce & Gabana, ventures into real estate

The Italian label, led by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana is renewing itself day by day. After a deep dive into the world of perfumery, a jump into the metaverse, and an experimental leap into homeware, D&G has now decided to move into the property market.

Culture news

Borecore: It costs a lot of money to look this dull

The super rich - as seen in both TV hit Succession and Gwyneth Paltrow's ski trial - are now, more than ever, shunning obvious, flashy designer garb in favour of clothing that whispers about their wealth

Culture news

Watches and Wonders 2023: Geneva, the luxury watch capital

Watches and Wonders Geneva is the most prestigious event of the year for the horology industry - its 2023 edition takes place until 2 April

Lifestyle

Luxury goods: Chopard’s recycled steel watches at Watches & Wonders

Watches and Wonders 2023 got off to a glittering start with actress Julia Roberts all smiles about Chopard. The Swiss watchmaker has ethically sourced all of its gold since 2018 and has been working on creating traceable supply chains for a number of its gemstones.

Lifestyle

Watches and Wonders 2023: Travel through time and watchkeeping

Watches and Wonder is one of the most eagerly anticipated events on the watchmaking calendar for the industry but this year's edition in Geneva is heralding a first by opening up its doors to the public.