The Faster Lane
from Tyler Brûlé
Page 10
Leader of the dance: Tales from The Chiefs conference in Hong Kong
Yesterday our editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, concluded his column by saying, “That’s a wrap.” For the purposes of his stretch of screen for The Monocle Weekend Edition, that was, in fact, true. But,…
Train-station kiosks are disappearing at an alarming rate. The importance of newsstands must not be diminished
Do you ever pause, take stock of your surroundings and ask yourself “What am I missing?” I did that a few minutes ago, while transiting through Zürich’s newly renovated main station. Switzerland’s federal railway…
From entertainment to hospitality, Lisbon is pipping Athens to the spot of best city in Europe
Cities are magical, maddening and mysterious places. If you caught last week’s column, you’ll know that I was more than a little seduced by the early spring charms of Athens. I know that a…
Athens’s Tatoï Club is a grand slam in sporting excellence
Over the years, Monocle has fantasised about “perfect” designs for everything from department stores and airlines to rail stations and neighbourhoods. Working with talented illustrators from all corners of the world, we have conjured…
Up to speed: A new sound for Monocle Radio and lessons in running retail
1I’ve always had a certain obsession with timekeeping. From the bells of the local church tower and the punctual start of the national anthem in primary school (is this still happening every morning in…
The stationery and accessories to carry into 2024
As it’s almost two months into the year and it’s a Sunday, how about we take stock of what’s working and not working in the inventory of new measures, regimes and purchases that you’ve…
Isle be back: Life on board the ‘Explora I’ in the Caribbean
Previously in ‘The Faster Lane’, your columnist was at sea on Explora 1, enjoying perfect weather in the Caribbean, about to disembark in St Kitts. Since then, there have been cancelled flights, emergency aviation…
Pushing the boat out: Taking to uncharted water can lead to unexpected discoveries
We’re in uncharted territory this weekend dear reader, so buckle up. Or better yet, don a life jacket. For starters, I’m on a cruise ship. Second, I’m in the Caribbean. And third, I’m rather…
South Korea’s tourism boom and the Hong Kong property market are things to keep an eye on
16.00 Sunday, Tomigaya, TokyoThere are few better ways to start or round out the week than walking through the doors of your favourite barber late on a Sunday afternoon, being given an enthusiastic greeting…
