Rose Marie Cromwell
The architectural diplomacy of Swiss embassies in Singapore, Cuba and the UK
Embassies are not just places of work; they are also living representations of a country’s worldview. We visit three Swiss outposts of diplomatic design.
Things are looking up for Cuba’s singing street vendors
Havana’s centuries-old, street-to-balcony trading tradition has been enhanced by delivery apps.
MSC reimagines cruise travel with the launch of Explora I, a new luxury vessel
Charting a course well away from the rules and restraints of conventional boat tours, a Geneva-based company has launched a ship more akin to a high-end hotel, with five more ships on the horizon.
On the up
From a forward-looking emirate to coastal enclaves in Mexico and Morocco, these cities are emerging from the pandemic having made bold improvements and attracted new residents.
Mérida, Mexico
The Yucatán capital is having a moment in the sun as a new wave of artists, architects and restaurateurs put down roots.
