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© TITLIS A new gastronomic destination is set to emerge above the clouds. When the highly anticipated TITLIS Tower opens its doors on 3 June 2026, acclaimed Swiss chef André Kneubühler will take the helm of Joseph’s, the tower’s signature casual fine dining restaurant located more than 3,000 metres above sea level. Recognised by GaultMillau as “Discovery of the Year”, the talented chef brings an impressive international background and a refined culinary philosophy to one of S

© TITLIS Rising more than 3,000 metres above sea level, the highly anticipated TITLIS Tower will officially welcome its first visitors in early June, marking a defining moment in one of Switzerland’s most ambitious mountain tourism developments. Conceived by internationally acclaimed architects Herzog & de Meuron, the striking new landmark represents the first visible achievement of the transformative TITLIS project, through which Bergbahnen Engelberg-Trübsee-Titlis AG (Titli

Pablo Picasso, The Painter and His Model, 1963. © Succession Picasso. Photo: Centre Pompidou With 90,000 visitors, landmark sales, and an exceptional international turnout, Art Basel 2026 closed in Basel as one of the most influential editions in the fair’s history, reaffirming its role as the defining annual event of the global art market. For one week, Basel once again became the epicenter of the international art world. Bringing together 290 galleries from 43 countries and

ART BASEL, Switzerland Every June, the international art world converges on a small Swiss city that temporarily becomes the center of a multi-billion-dollar industry. Art Basel, widely regarded as the world’s most influential contemporary art fair, has opened its 2026 edition, bringing together leading galleries, collectors, museum directors, curators, and artists from across the globe. More than a commercial event, Art Basel remains the definitive benchmark of the global ar

Jack Armstrong: Collecting History Before History Decides In the world of high-end collecting, value rarely begins with a price tag. The most sought-after works of art are not simply acquired because they are aesthetically compelling; they become desirable because they embody a story, a moment in history, a cultural shift, or a personality whose significance extends beyond the canvas itself. The greatest collectors understand that by the time consensus has been reached, the m

More than 3,000 meters above sea level, surrounded by glaciers, jagged Alpine peaks and some of the most dramatic scenery in Europe, Rolex has just opened what is officially being described as the highest Rolex boutique in the world. At first glance, the announcement sounds like another luxury industry headline designed to generate attention. A new boutique. A spectacular location. A record-breaking altitude. But beneath the symbolism lies a far more revealing story about whe

At a time when many luxury houses are navigating slowing demand, geopolitical uncertainty and changing consumer habits, Hermès has made a move that appears almost counterintuitive. The French maison has unveiled its new flagship Maison at 166 New Bond Street in London, a monumental project spanning six interconnected historic townhouses, 55 rooms and five floors in one of the world’s most expensive retail districts. On the surface, it is an impressive store opening. In realit

Rolex at 100: The Hidden Story Behind the Oyster That Changed Modern Civilization Rolex quietly celebrated one of the most important anniversaries in the history of luxury and surprisingly, many people missed what was really being commemorated. The headlines focused on a new watch. Collectors debated dial colors. Social media dissected design choices. Yet beneath the excitement surrounding Rolex’s centenary releases lies a much larger story: the 100th anniversary of the Oyste