Alexandra Aldea
Great escapes: Four new hotels worth knowing in Chianti, Vienna, Fort Lauderdale and Rome
Check in to these hotels after a day of strolling through sloping vineyards, wandering historic streets of Rome or kicking back in the sunshine.
Can good design support learning? A Catalonian kindergarten is trying to find out
Architecture firm Sarquella + Torres led the redesign of the school complete with extra-wide hallways that pull double duty and a dragon head-shaped waterspout hanging from the eaves.
As AI reshapes the job market, a new trove of apprenticeships is in demand
As the world of work contends with technological disruptions and widening skills gaps, it is crucial to equip young workers with hands-on expertise. Craftspeople in cobbling, boatmaking and plumbing are doing just that.
From Bangkok to Bogota, these 23 innovative urban initiatives keep people moving and joyful
Fitness is often framed as a personal endeavour but cities can help to nudge us into healthier lifestyles. A charming playground, safe cycle lanes and well-designed waterfronts are a start.
Put down the Coca-Cola. Stay hydrated this summer with these soft drinks from around the world
Here are six of our favourite non-alcoholic beverages from across the globe.
Five luxury hotels waiting for you to check in, from Marrakech to Malaysia
Openings that have caught our eye, from the Park Hyatt’s debut Malaysian property to a hushed hotel hidden in plain sight amid the bustle of the Spanish capital.
A guide to Zagorohoria, Greece’s undiscovered mountainous hideaway
From plunging gorges to ancient settlements, the mountain region of Zagorohoria offers an elevated view of Greece’s culinary and craft traditions.
The 15 things on Monocle’s 2025 travel wishlist
From Tokyo’s Nexpect Coffee to New York’s Clemente Bar, here are the 15 key places and objects on our radar this year.
The best places in Austria balancing entrepreneurial ambition with a high quality of life
Planning your next venture? Or looking for somewhere to set up a business and put down roots? We scoured the length and breadth of Austria to find the spots that you can bank on.
Business and entrepreneurship in Austria
Join us on a special survey of Austria’s most exciting businesses, peaks of success and outposts of opportunity. Expect a Viennese whirl, top Tyrolean talent, people making it in Bregenz and more.
