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Great escapes: Four new hotels worth knowing in Chianti, Vienna, Fort Lauderdale and Rome
Check in to these hotels after a day of strolling through sloping vineyards, wandering historic streets of Rome or kicking back in the sunshine.
A local’s guide to the best swimming spots in Vienna
It was only my second week in Vienna when a resident took me to swim in the Danube. It was an experience that moved me – quite literally. After relocating to the Austrian capital,…
At 25, Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier remains a model for putting art and design at the centre of city life
In a city that, up until recent history, only allowed its residents limited access to urban resources, the MuseumsQuartier has helped to redefine what inclusive public spaces can be.
Amid ongoing controversy, the Eurovision Song Contest is ready to pop
Following tensions, boycotts and protests at recent editions of the song contest, this year could prove more fiery than ever – including on the dance floor. Here are five of our favourite entries.
From workshops to hotels, here’s how Vienna is transforming its hidden gems for a second life
With space at a premium, the Austrian capital has long made a virtue of upgrading and expanding existing properties. We meet some of the people building for the future on old foundations.
Monocle’s Quality of Life survey 2023: The world’s most liveable cities
This year’s survey of the best places to enjoy all that life offers finds a world grappling with new urban challenges.
Viennese vision
Maria Vassilakou, Vienna’s former deputy mayor, crosses Mariahilferstrasse, the road she transformed from traffic‑clogged chaos into a pedestrian boulevard. The campaign reshaped urban life and elevated her into political stardom.
Gardening leave
Whether you plan to spend summer on the beach or in the garden, your wardrobe will benefit from these eco-chic collections. From rugged jackets to cotton T-shirts and sporty watches.
Indie labels
Radical graphic solutions, stripped-back designs and humour are helping wine brands to win shelf space in a competitive market.
Train of thought
The trains soon to be arriving at Vienna’s U-Bahn stations are defined by a consideration of every detail in a passenger’s journey. Quite right too – they’ll be on the rails for decades.
