The road to COP29, this year’s United Nations Climate Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, feels like the buildup to a long-awaited climax after years of polarized debate on financing climate action for the world’s most vulnerable countries. Against a global backdrop of geopolitical, economic, and social instability, the COP29 Presidency is hoping for a historic moment
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An upgrade of the original 100’Corsaro, the 102’ Corsaro Super Classic Riva iconography conjures up images of Hollywood legends like Brigitte Bardot lounging on a gleaming runaboat moored off the south of France. But it’s Asia where the new-era Riva yachts are making waves today. By this time next year, there will be three new
Due to its complexity and craftsmanship, a well-crafted scotch whisky can offer a drinker a rich and unforgettable experience. Scotch first appeared in the 1400s and, along with Irish Whiskey, birthed the entire whisky market today. Quite simply, it is the benchmark against which all other whiskies are measured. Steeped in history and tradition, scotch
Marseille is going straight – cultured, even. New museums and galleries sprout. Trendy restaurants and bars abound. Hotel openings bang into one another. The 21st-century city is recapturing the trading grandeur of the 19th century. It’s got a sophisticated swagger as it aspires to regain world city status. Yet it remains Marseille, where the staring
Photo: myRepublica In the last few years, we have seen the realm of motorsports gain significant media attention due to the popularity of docuseries like Netflix’s Drive to Survive and NASCAR: Full Speed. However, racing has been highly prominent, even dating back to the early 1900s. It has been significantly influential in many cultures worldwide,
New York’s iconic sandwiches and sweets are becoming ice cream treats. Two iconic local brands have teamed up to combine their fare into summer-ready desserts. Russ and Daughters and Morgenstern’s are collaborating to release a collection of ice cream based on some of the most beloved Russ & Daughters classics: bagels, halvah, and babka. Three
The world of rosé wine has expanded beyond Provence. Like Memorial day, the first day of summer (today, in case you lost track!) seems to kick off a certain set of rituals. Outdoor grills are cleaned up and tuned up in anticipation of frequent usage, kids out of school are compiling their wish list for
Many people drink dark beers only in winter and while higher strength imperial stouts may be lovely when the snow begins to fall, dark beers aren’t all high alcohol nor are they all full of sweet aromas and flavors. A common misconception is that dark beers are always high alcohol and always thicker, making them
Despite being a classic bucket-and-spade destination, there is so much more to Rhodes than its 300-plus days of sunshine and long, sandy beaches. The grand Dodecanese island’s Unesco World Heritage-listed capital is Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited medieval town and worth a visit in its own right. The Knights of the Order of St John, the
Launched in the summer of 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida, DuBlasé is a premium, award-winning whiskey brand that speaks to the growing diverse spirits market, striving to expand to new markets across the United States while benefitting the African American communities. As we celebrate Junteenth across the country, DuBlasé Whiskey founder and CEO Darrin Eakins is
All hotels have been independently reviewed and selected. We will earn a commission if you book via the links below, but this never affects our rating. Our expert writers are usually hosted on a complimentary basis in order to gain the first-hand experience necessary for their review. Studding Italy’s heel are fabulously exotic ‘masserie’ –
United States hop acreage strung for harvest in 2024 is down 18 percent from 2023, according to a report issued by the United States Department of Agriculture. Although the beer industry has been languishing over the last couple of years, the dramatic decline in American hops acreage may mark a turning point in the hops
The name says it all. Meaning ‘wild coast’ in Spanish, the Costa Brava is one of Europe’s most romantic, unspoilt stretches of coast. Where else, less than a two-hour flight from Britain, can you explore rugged pink clifftops with the teal-coloured Mediterranean glittering below, framed by grand arabesquing pines? It’s a scene reminiscent of France’s
Tucked away behind a blink-and-you-miss-it entrance on Bruton Place, just steps from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus, lies UMU, a restaurant that has quite literally stood the test of time. Now in its 20th year of business, UMU may not find itself among the hot new London restaurant lists creating queues around the
When it comes to wines, South Africa is a bigger player than you might think. Rich in history, with diverse terroirs and innovative winemakers, the country actually exports over $600 million in wine every year – which begs the question, which bottles should we be picking? I’ve come with answers (as always), as well as
The Blue Lagoon geothermal spa near the fishing town of Grindavik, Iceland, on May 23, 2024. John Moore | Getty Images News | Getty Images Iceland wants tourists to flock to its bubbling hot springs, picturesque ice caps and lunar-like lava landscapes — but not at the expense of its residents or natural environment. The
Everything you need to know about one of America’s favorite red wines. Merlot is one of the world’s most popular red wines, and America’s second favorite after Cabernet Sauvignon. Known for its soft, sensual texture and approachable style, it’s made from red-skinned grapes that can adapt to a variety of climates to produce food-friendly wines
Brewery tasting rooms are evolving and some are getting quite technical with it. Breweries traditionally have brought people together by hosting a variety of activities that were easy to achieve like trivia night, yoga classes, comedy nights, open mics or live music. In 2024 though, things are changing. With beer sales down slightly this year
The Sanlorenzo SX88 Estia sets sail for Italy’s Amalfi Coast Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean in the east all the way to Asia, and with a coastline of almost 30,000 miles, the Mediterranean contains both beautiful beaches and historic sites to explore. With Paris at most a two-hour plane ride from many of the iconic destinations dotting
If it seems like every week there’s a new competition out there revealing its list of the best boozes on the planet…Well, there is. The lucrative enterprise has blossomed into a full-fledged cottage industry. And consumers, thirsty for more knowledge on how to direct their spending, are forever eager for the guidance that this industry
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