Sky’s the limit

Josh Fehnert reporting from Buffalo: After a post-industrial plummet in its economy, outlook and population, rust-belt city Buffalo is preparing to take flight once again. We find urban renovation, new businesses and positive activism – and independent restaurants that fly without wings.
Captive audience

Andrew Tuck reporting from the Azores: Although rain and rough waters might put a damper on your first impressions of the well-connected Azores, you’ll soon find yourself won over by the islands’ compact capital and tight-knit communities. There’s a reason natives return to these shores.
Reportage 1. Portugal’s periscope

Trish Lorenz reporting from Portugal: The Portuguese navy is one of the oldest in the world, with a history that ebbs and flows back to the 12th century. As the tides have changed so have its responsibilities, with clever diplomacy and humanitarian missions now as much of a priority as protecting the nation in combat and safeguarding its vast territories. Life on board a submarine, in particular, isn’t easy, but they come complete with a healthy dose of camaraderie – and a commitment to an essential maritime service.
Changing of the guard

James Chambers reporting from Hanoi: In Vietnam’s fast-paced capital where two wheels still rule the streets, old-world charm and the status quo are being challenged by a rapid social and urban transformation.
Unpolished gem

Matt Alagiah reporting from Palermo: Sicily’s capital is far from perfect but its revival, thanks to progressive leadership and the return of youthful residents, is a joy to behold.
Fully functional

Christopher Lord reporting from Brno: The Czech Republic’s second city was central to European design before falling into a troubled 20th-century sleep. Revival came thanks to research investment but its future may lie in its design heritage.
Life’s a breeze

Fiona Wilson reporting from Wellington: With its isolated coastal location and stunning sea views, this might be the world’s windiest city but it’s not all hot air. The New Zealand capital is home to incomparable coffee, exceptional seafood and a strong cinematic pedigree that’s enough to see even the most experienced travellers blown away.
Les liaisons dangereuses

Rob Bound reporting from France: What happens when you put Monocle’s Culture editor and a mysterious companion in a Jaguar and launch them on a sojourn through France from Biarritz to Marseille? On reflection it’s probably best not to ask
Sea Change

Ed Stocker reporting from Lima: Centuries of immigration have made Peru’s coastal capital the culinary envy of Latin America. Now designers hope to do the same for the city’s architecture, from restoring colonial landmarks to creating modern marvels.
Healing powers

Megan Gibson reporting from Bad Gastein: Hope springs eternal in this Austrian spa town thanks to enthusiastic newcomers enchanted by its bucolic charms.
Broad horizons

With its intriguing mix of grand colonial boulevards, art deco façades and buzzing plazas, Uruguay’s capital is emerging as a beacon of creativity and democracy in Latin America.
Cold comfort

The capital of Newfoundland and Labrador blossomed during its oil boom but it will need all the fierce optimism born of a harsh past to weather the slump.
The 2016 Restaurant Awards

Restaurant listings are too often unpalatably pompous affairs where novelty and pretentiousness are entertained as marks of quality or invention. Not ours. Monocle’s second annual Restaurant Awards commends the places that have been consistently good and the up-and-comers that have the ingredients to be great restaurants for decades to come. You won’t find foam, fuss, emulsion or mist on our dishes – nor steaks served on slates. Instead our itinerant editors and correspondents from London to Tokyo, Sydney to San Francisco (and beyond) have compiled a rundown of the best meals they’ve sampled this year.
Top shops

We explore three of the most pioneering enterprises in worldwide retail and foretell the future of the physical shopping experience from the perspectives of those who are redefining the mall, freshening up the fashion sector and breathing new life into bookshops.
World of opportunity

Our correspondents are particularly observant when they are on assignment, which is very helpful when you want to compile a round-up of some of the best places in the world to eat, sleep and drink. Here we recommend a few you might have missed.
Wheels in motion

Journeys for our editors and correspondents often start on a train or a plane but we’re also amenable to putting a little rubber to road. In that spirit we have our eyes on a few motors well suited to escaping on our own terms this summer.
Tours of duty

From the well-preserved pontoons of small seaplanes to the adaptable offerings of enormous luxury cruise ships, we discover some of the world’s most promising travel and hospitality companies and meet the people making the decisions that keep them afloat.

Fashion. Autumn preview / Global

Step into the light

Cool cottons, sharp eyewear and bold colours reign supreme this autumn. Layer up to go from poolside to cocktail hour come rain or shine on the Bayerische Riviera.

Stylists: Kyoko Tamoto,; Shun Katakai

Hair and make-up: Alice Fayre

Models: Alexis Petit & Helena Sopar

Location: Hotel Bad Schachen

Sunglasses, earrings and high neck jumper by Céline

Jumper by John Smedley
T-shirt by The Reracs
Trousers by Still by Hand
Glasses by Eyevan 7285
Watch by Grand Seiko

Shirt by Marie Marot
Jeans by APC
Earrings and ring by Hermès
Bag by J&M Davidson

Shirt by Yarmo
T-shirt by Polo Ralph Lauren
Trousers by Closed
Shoes by JM Weston
Glasses by Persol
Bag by Brooks England from British Made

Top by Norse Projects
Trousers and bag by Hermès
Trainers by Eytys
Earrings and bangle by Georg Jensen

Shirt by Ports 1961
Trousers by Cédric Charlier Earrings by Charlotte Chesnais
Watch by Nomos Glashütte

Rollneck jumper by Orazio Luciano
Jeans by Boglioli
Socks by Uniqlo
Trainers by Vans
Glasses by Ray-Ban
Watch by Citizen
Bag by Louis Vuitton

Jacket by Kaptain Sunshine
Shirt by Woolrich
Jeans by Burberry
Shoes by JM Weston
Bag by Wonder Baggage

Coat by Mackintosh
Jumper and skirt by Weekend Max Mara
Trainers by Eytys
Umbrella by Mr Stanford

Shirt by Comoli
T-shirt by Evin
Trousers by Auralee
Trainers by Burberry
Glasses by Eyevan 7285
Watch by Bell & Ross

Top by J Brand
Culottes by Maison Kitsuné
Shoes by Sebago
Glasses by Mykita
Watch by Rado
Bag by PB 0110

Jacket by J.Crew
Shirt and trousers by Barena
Glasses by Sunday Somewhere
Bag by PB 0110

Vest by Oliver Spencer
Shirt by Yarmo
Trousers by Closed
Shoes by Sanders
Watch by Rado
Bag by APC

Jumper by Rochas
Trousers by Bally
Shoes by Church’s
Glasses by Oliver Peoples
Watch by Nomos Glashütte
Bag by J.Crew

Jacket by Belvest
T-shirt by Maison Kitsuné
Shorts by Sunspel
Shoes by Tod’s
Glasses by Eyevan 7285
Scarf by MHL
Bag by Frescobol Carioca

Jacket by Private White VC from British Made
Shirt by Itty-Bitty
Trousers by President’s
Trainers by Converse
Glasses by Ray-Ban
Pocket square by Breuer

Dress by Dušan
Shoes by Havaianas
Glasses by Lindberg

Shirt by Manual Alphabet
Hat by A Kind of Guise

Bag by Giorgio Armani

Shoes by Maison Kitsuné

Jacket by Caruso

Hotel Bad Schachen

The refined Hotel Bad Schachen occupies a plum position overlooking beautiful Lake Constance. With stunning views of the sparkling lake and the Alps, those who stay here can soak up the unique atmosphere of the Bavarian Riviera. What’s more, the hotel’s pools and spa will leave you feeling fresh and revived.

Turning up the heat: The Escapist, take two

The lay of the land

Sky’s the limit

Captive audience

Reportage 1. Portugal’s periscope

Changing of the guard

Unpolished gem

Fully functional

Life’s a breeze

Les liaisons dangereuses

Sea Change

Healing powers

Broad horizons

Cold comfort

The 2016 Restaurant Awards

Top shops

World of opportunity

Wheels in motion

Tours of duty

Moving stories

Step into the light

Reportage 2. Ambassadors’ sanctuary

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