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There are magnitudes of charming whiskies in the world yet bourbon and single malt remain one of the most beloved varieties. More often than not, whiskey lovers may find it challenging when distinguishing the American bourbon from its single malt cousin. Bourbon whiskey is rooted in the late 18th century …

Before you book your flight for your next trip, consider this list of luxury trains to enhance your travelling experience in 2019 Though airlines are constantly unveiling the latest versions of first class and business class for commuters looking to travel luxuriously, rail travel has come forward recently to remind …

Cape Town is easily one of the most breathtaking cities in the world. The iconic Table Mountain sets the backdrop for this city rich in culture, history, and in the diversity of its people. It’s most popular destination is the historic V&A Waterfront which is a playground filled with dining …

Deremi Ajidahun, CEO of Hole19 Group and Zakaa retail stores, is determined to change the way Nigerians purchase fine watches and is often congratulated by Swiss CEOs on the appetite of Nigerians vacationing in Paris, London or New York for these luxury goods. Deremi Ajidahun, the founder of Hole19 ©Igor …

Over a decade ago, love brought Zoe Sevak to Kenya. A lawyer by profession with an MBA, Zoe left her home country of Greece to be with her husband. But it wouldn’t be until October 2017 that she would launch her eponymous fashion brand. In fact, Zoe Sevak may not …

“So, how do you two know each other?”“Are you friends?”“Former classmates?”“How did you guys become business partners?” Laughs automatically ensue from the both of us and we respond in unison, almost as if it was perfectly scripted, “We’re sisters!” When people meet us at first glance, they think we are …

The Carat 187 is the most glamorous superyacht yet. Fit for royalty, the 187-foot vessel will be overflowing with an impressive roster of amenities. At simply the concept stage, designers have already quoted USD 130 million to conceptualise and construct the massive yacht. Envision two sweeping staircases, a massive swimming …

Hemingways Collection has rolled out a five-year Guaranteed Fixed Return offer for owners of the Hemingways Residences in Watamu which are now fully complete and ready for sale. The offer guarantees a return of 7% per annum on the USD purchase price including service charge, for five years, which results in …

AFRIKOA is a self-described “chocolate concept store”, opened earlier this year in Johannesburg’s glitzy art district, the Keyes Art Mile. Focused on “the three Cs” – chocolate, coffee and champagne. While the majority of the world’s cocoa grows in Africa – 70% of all cocoa comes from just four African countries – almost none …

For those who are tired of overrun travel destinations, the options are growing fewer and fewer each year. Places where there is little pollution, traffic or maddening crowds are becoming hard to find. Madagascar, off the coast of southern Africa in the Indian ocean, is a rare destination that is …

Inter Continental Hotels Group (IHG®), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has signed a Master Development Agreement with Valor Hospitality Partners Africa to roll out multiple franchise hotels over the next 10 years, across IHG’s portfolio of brands in mid scale, upscale and luxury segments. The agreement will see …

Iconic brands BMW and Montblanc have teamed up to launch a five-piece luggage set that is everything you want for perfectly tailored, stylish travel. Inspired by the multifaceted spirit of California and prompted by the innovative idea of a luggage set that perfectly fits in the BMW 8 Series Coupé, …

Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa isn’t the kind of pamper spa destination where guests enjoy a gentle rub-down, followed by champagne in the jacuzzi. Instead, this is a space for total rejuvenation, relaxation and restoration. The sumptuous getaway in the heart of the Franschhoek valley is accredited as the only …

The Ferrari–Hublot collaboration has produced a stream of watches since 2011, each time with a different look and feel: from Big Bang variations to the outstanding MP-05 LaFerrari and, two years ago, the Techframe. But where the Techframe is all straight lines and strong angles, this new Classic Fusion piece …

There are two questions that, as a watch critic, I hate being asked. The first comes with alarming frequency, and is this: “What’s your favourite watch?” Often, before my hand can hit my face, it’s caveated by, “I’m sure you get that question all the time…” Or, “you probably don’t …