Montblanc has long been known for writing instruments, but its recent – and somewhat subtle – pivot into large leather goods is a reflection of the company’s journey from luxury to lifestyle, CEO Nicolas Baretzki says. Since its inception in 1906, Montblanc has been widely known for its eclectic line of collectible luxury writing instruments. […]
How many of these features did you know were in Range Rover’s new luxury flagship SUV? It’s been nine years between Range Rover models. In that time, competitors have been nipping at the heels of the British marque, vying for a piece of the luxury SUV segment it forged some five decades ago. As Aston […]
With borders open and travellers keen to make the most of destinations all over the world, Forbes Life looks at the mix on offer. Maroma, a Belmond Hotel, will reopen on the Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, Mexico. Set on 200 acres (81 hectares) of lush tropical jungle and the white sands of Mexico’s Caribbean […]
The first new Range Rover in nearly a decade aims to bring a sense of sanctuary to the road. In an industry where the product cycle seemingly shrinks by the day, Range Rover has stood apart in its everlasting design, continued relevance and intimate understanding of what its most meticulous customer desires. Case in point: […]
The ninth installation of Sydney Dance Company’s ‘New Breed’ is showing now at Carriageworks. Sydney Dance Company and Carriageworks, in conjunction with The Balnaves Foundation have launched the ninth installment of their New Breed initiative with works created by Australian choreographers Sophia Ndaba, Jenni Large, Luke Hayward and Charmene Yap. Sydney Dance Company Artistic Director […]
The Rolls Royce and Bentley Enthusiasts Club noticed this whisky in a boutique bottle shop in London and invited the team to put forward a whisky for the Royal event. In little over a decade an abandoned flour mill on the banks of the Murray River on the NSW/Victorian border, purchased for just a dollar, […]
Cocktail classics with a native twist include a Gumnut Negroni, Quandong Daiquiri and a Piña Nut, with coconut-wash white rum, macadamia butter and wattle seed. A small bar with a big purpose – Daintree Sydney – has opened in Sydney, inspiring social change and demonstrating a path forward for sustainability within the hospitality industry. For […]
At Polo Valley, Sotogrande, Spain, they understand purchasing a polo pony is a difficult decision that involves understanding the relationship between horse and rider. Choosing the right playing pony is important. At Polo Valley they make their own polo ponies so why not get to know the horses before deciding during a long-weekend trial? These […]
Leah Purcell has brought extraordinary First Nations’ stories to light in an incredible career on stage and screen. The value of blood and culture: Multi-award-winning playwright, actor, director, screenwriter and producer Leah Purcell has brought extraordinary First Nations’ stories to light in an incredible career on stage and screen. Purcell reveals it’s her people, her […]
Betty Klimenko has always appreciated powerful cars. A Westfield heiress and a businesswoman in her own right, Klimenko has broken down and through many barriers. For starters, she was the first woman to own an Australian V8 supercar team, but her favourite car is a sporty 1959 red Chevrolet Corvette. Betty Klimenko has just returned […]