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Collecting
Drop anchor for seaside sales and collectors from the Italian Riviera to Newport Beach.
Observation
Tyler Brûlé reflects on a recent cruise, from childhood maritime fascinations to the creature comforts of life on board. Plus, a look at what Monocle has planned for its next event.
Water palaver
What happens when monocle’s Culture editor goes on a cruise? The conga, that’s what.
Diving deeper
Open the pages of a sumptuous German publication that pays homage to the high seas.
Time to collect
From design to art, magazines to furniture, we all know the pleasure of collecting. But how do we ensure that passion beats pure investment? This was the question that Robert Bound posed to the…
Cruise-ship entertainers
From glitzy dance numbers and well-loved show tunes to conga lines, entertainment is key to cruising success. Monocle's Robert Bound grabs a lounger and joins in the fun.
The secret to buying a painting
In the latest episode of our ‘Secret to...’ series, Alexander Gilkes, co-founder of online auction house Paddle8, unveils the alchemy that surrounds the world of collecting art.
Let’s talk about it
Can good design cut through the babble? Who are the media players that still engage us in print and beyond? How can technology become less demanding and more friendly? And what happens when we…
Tough talks: TRT World
The Istanbul-based news channel’s uphill battle in a country where media freedom hangs in the balance.
