Environment
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Mussel men
For years, Danish fishermen dredged for mussels to be frozen or canned. Now, eco-aware pioneers are growing molluscs on lines, selling fresh produce to people willing to shell out for a gourmet delicacy.
The big thaw
Monocle travels to Greenland, where melting ice threatens Inuit life but also reveals a wealth of resources. The big thaw has begun, and with it, a scramble for oil and power.
Bloom town
We visit the Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer, one of the world’s biggest flower auctions, to meet the companies behind the scenes of this multi-billion-euro industry that handles 20 million cut flowers every day.
The heat is on
Canada’s far north was once too inhospitable for most, but global warming is clearing the snows. This has lured speculators after oil and diamonds, creating a strategic nightmare for Ottawa over its sovereignty.
Model nation
Reimagining Liguria and Monaco as Costazzurra: a Riviera superpower with reengineered ports, banned hypermarkets, Fincantieri shipyards and a World Cup-winning brand strategy.
10. Madrid
Red tape and poor infrastructure are counterbalanced by cultural vibrancy and a 24-hour lifestyle.
4. Tokyo
Integrated transport, breathtaking technology, great service and the best bars make this our top big city.
8. Stockholm
An eye for detail, good street style and strong public services make this a pleasant place to build a nest.
7. Sydney
The city has some environmental issues and an antiquated transport system. But then there’s the beach…
Could do better
Though they missed the top 10, the cities ranked 11-20 in Monocle's Quality of Life chart are still great places to live. We explore what makes them stand out.
