Jaquet Droz opens its first boutique in Dubai

One of Switzerland’s finest watchmakers, Jaquet Droz, is now present in Dubai Mall

Saudi Arabia hosts its first-ever fashion week

Strict social restrictions have eased dramatically under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

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Northamptonshire’s star shoemakers

Northamptonshire in England has been a bastion of fine men’s shoes for centuries. What 
is it that makes the county’s shoemakers a cut above the rest?

Rolex

Inside Rolex’s Swiss manufacturing facilities

After an intense three-day visit to Rolex’s manufacturing facilities, Carlos Pedroza is more convinced than ever of the luxury brand’s impressive quality and commitment to values and heritage

Why bespoke remains the ultimate luxury watch experience

When it comes to watchmaking, it is a true pillar of real luxury

Car review: Maserati Levante GranSport

Maserati leaves the competition behind with the GranSport

Pictures: Dubai’s Bulgari Resort opens Japanese restaurant with just 9 seats

Hoseki, which means gemstone in Japanese, will offer gastronomic dishes using the “finest ingredients directly imported from Japan”

Patek Philippe watch once owned by Egypt’s King Farouk sets Middle East record

Sold in Dubai, the Patek Philippe 1518 with perpetual calendar and chronograph is said to be one of only 281 ever made

Car review: Audi A8

With driverless technology developing fast, Damien Reid trials Audi’s most advanced autonomous vehicle to date

Dubai-based luxury marketplace The List raises $1.7m

The round was backed by local and international venture capital firms

Travel review: The Scottish Highlands

The Scottish Highlands has become a favourite spot for Gulf royals – unsurprising given the stunning natural scenery and rich history, says Neil King

What to attend at the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature

We take a look at some of the business-related events taking place at the annual Emirates Airline Festival of Literature

Rolex watch with Dubai Ruler’s name to be auctioned for up to $160,000

The specially-commissioned Rolex GMT-Master features Sheikh Mohammed’s name on its customised dial

Car review: Maserati Ghibli S Q4

The Ghibli S Q4 wins over Damien Reid on the Mediterranean coast

Car review: Aston Martin DB11 V8

Damien Reid puts the new Aston Martin DB11 V8 to the test along the backroads of Spain

40,000 reasons for success: Audemars Piguet CEO Francois-Henry Bennahmias

Bennahmias talks watches and the way forward for the luxury brand as it celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Royal Oak Offshore

Travel review: Taking in Munich

Munich’s combination of culture, history and hearty food makes it well worth a visit

Car review: Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII

Gautam Sharma sits back and enjoys the deep-seated luxury of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII

In the lap of luxury: Montblanc CEO Nicolas Baretzki

Montblanc CEO Nicolas Baretzki discusses the brand’s new Dubai store and shares his vision for the company in the years to come

World’s most expensive painting to be displayed at Louvre Abu Dhabi

The Christ by the Renaissance master smashed artwork auction records last month

The changing face of the luxury market

With disruption taking hold in the region’s luxury sector, Maya Kusybi examines how brands are being forced to rethink their mindset and operate in a new retail era

Hatta Dam mural commemorates founding fathers

The 80×30 metre artwork is part of the Dubai Street Museum project

Car review: Mercedes AMG S63

Damien Reid enjoys the new features of the Mercedes S-Class

Louvre Abu Dhabi readies to open

French President Emmanuel Macron will be the guest of honour at the opening

Travel review: Exploring Durban

Austyn Allison discovers the sights, sounds and history of Durban, South Africa

Car review: Bentley Continental GT

Damien Reid takes a sneak peak at the upcoming Bentley Continental GT

Car review: Audi RS3

Damien Reid took the new Audi RS3 to the mountains of Oman, where the spritely saloon was in its element

Here are 8 of the best business lunch deals in Dubai

From speedy sit-downs to long and leisurely affairs

Here are 8 things to do in the UAE over the long weekend

The UAE has declared a holiday on Thursday, September 21

Travel review: Seychelles, treasure of the Indian ocean

With lush forests, unique wildlife, and the possibility of pirate treasure, there’s much more to the 115-island Seychelles archipelago