Individuals with some money to invest in vacation properties, who in the past may have explored buying a beach front home somewhere, might want to consider tourism bonds in Costa Rica. These are investment vehicles that pump money into existing tourism projects and...
The psychology among luxury home owners has changed, through the pandemic. As we have written several times, "home" has taken on a new meaning during lockdowns. The perceived value of living space has increased, especially among the luxury homeowner. More than ever,...
Toronto leads a robust luxury real estate rebound, according to a new data compiled by Sotheby's International Realty Canada. The report reviews sales data compiled from the first six months of 2021. It offers insight into Canada's luxury ($1 million-plus, $4...
One of the joys of watching the world come back is the return of unique events in the fashion calendar with their own level of energy. Pitti Uomo, held in Florence, Italy, has always been one of those shows. Usually it takes place between the London and Milan menswear...
Ontario is heading into Step 3 of economic re-opening, meaning indoor dining and movie theatres opening and gyms at 50 per cent capacity, it was announced today. Then we got a news release heralding the soon-to-be-opened 1 Hotel Toronto, on Bathurst St., where the old...
Cigars are known as a symbol of luxury and sophistication amongst world-class celebrities. Cuban cigars, in particular, are the epitome of luxury, being the most high-end and expensive cigar on the market. Some celebrities smoke a range of rare and vintage premium...
The Tokyo Summer Olympics are coming up fast, as we turn the corner into July. Omega is front and centre, as Official Timekeeper of the Olympic Games, a role they've had since the 1932 Games in Los Angeles. From July 23 to Aug. 8, 339 events in 33 sports will be held...
The Toronto real estate market remained robust in May, according to the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board. Although not quite the same as March's peak, and well short of the May 2016 record. There is a strong demand for housing in all parts of the GTA, fuelled by...
I opened up my email this morning to find this: a beautiful full-body men's divers' watch image, a new bronze version of the Tudor Black Bay 58. The 39 mm bronze case is a nod aesthetically to the bronzes on old ships and deep-sea diving equipment. And that's what we...
How would you like to be a Toronto Maple Leaf fan this morning? You're just now getting over the sting of another spectacular playoff flop. Maybe. You haven't seen an NHL playoff series win since 2004. George Bush was still President. And the team you love hasn't won...