New York’s mayoral candidates differ drastically on improving the city’s quality of life
Quality of life – but what kind of quality? And what kind of life? These are the questions now facing New Yorkers as they embark on the first steps in choosing their city’s next…
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ADVENTURE AWAITS
The only clothes you need for a short-haul sojourn
Take inspiration from this travel-ready selection, featuring New Balance trainers, luxury timepieces and a Rimowa suitcase to keep your accessories safe.
Summer travel briefings: New hotels to visit this year
From a design-focused mini-break in Mexico to a serene health retreat in Bali, we survey the season’s top destinations.
A sleep expert’s top three tips for beating jet lag
Avoiding the grogginess begins days before you even set foot in the airport.
The best technology for your travels
Our always-on-the-go technology correspondent shares some top gadgets designed with mobility in mind.
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Four of our favourite French Riviera hotels that offer a peaceful break from the crowds
This particular slice of the Mediterranean coastline has yet to lose its charm, and the smart restoration of long-standing establishments combined with thoughtful new introductions keeps us coming back.
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What to see at this year’s Art Basel in Basel
Planning to peruse the booths and shows of Art Basel in Basel this year? Here’s a few that caught our eye.
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Interview: Walpole’s CEO, Helen Brocklebank, on the need-to-know trends emerging in luxury
The world’s high-end markets are under pressure but the UK’s £81bn (€96.2bn) sector is adapting fast. The CEO of the nation’s luxury trade body shares insights on shifting global demand and resilient exports.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Celebrating 10 years in Merano, Saturday 12 July 2025
Tyler Brûlé and Mats Klingberg invite you to our summer party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Monocle’s Merano outpost.
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, 4 – 6 September 2025
Our Quality of Life Conference, which this year takes place in Barcelona this year, assembles the world’s boldest thinkers, industry leaders and creative talent for a real conversation on the things that matter to…
