Charting a course well away from the rules and restraints of conventional cruise travel, Geneva-based MSC Group has launched a vessel more akin to a high-end hotel, with five more ships on the horizon.
Allow us to upgrade your travel plans with an exceptional oceanside escape, a tempting train ride across Malaysia and a heads up about new flight routes worldwide.
Our Scotland survey goes beyond the nation’s world-famous scenery to visit some of the makers, creators and company owners who make it such a dynamic 21st-century destination. Read on for a wee sample of what this great…
In an age of ideological division and looming environmental catastrophe, a nation’s ability to ensure its citizens’ safety is more important than ever. Here, we meet some of the people around the world who are working to…
In the desert outside the UAE’s capital, a vast film set is becoming a trusted shooting location for Hollywood, Bollywood and beyond. The Twofour54 complex is at the heart of a nascent movie industry, where government…
The UAE has a vibrant ecosystem that supports those with a bright idea. All it takes is tenacity, creativity and drive. Not sure about what to expect? We asked 20 business leaders for top tips to help those who are just…
Reporting from...Monocle’s global bureaux keep their ears to the ground in a bevvy of far-flung locales – and they’re there to keep you abreast of the latest developments. This month: crossing the road and retail.
The stories you should be paying attention to – and the ones you might have missed.James Chambers on the Chinese city’s spotless façade and the welcome grime just beneath its surface.
In Damascus, there are places that appear untouched by Syria’s civil war. But in cities such as Aleppo and Homs, the destruction is overwhelming. Among the rubble, people try to patch up homes and lives – and long for a…
We all know the promise: a green driving future thanks to electric vehicles. But there are some bumps in the road and, beyond compact, wealthy cities, is the world really ready? We hit the road to find out.
If you’re hoping to settle into the new year surrounded by smart furniture and household wares, then recline on a comfy sofa and enjoy our pick of the best design items to set you up for 2023.