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I just finished reading the Robert Frank book Richistan: A journey through the American wealth boom and the lives of the new rich. Engrossing it was and poignant it remains. It showed me that despite the extraordinary wealth of some individuals in the world – and similarly in our region –
Hamed El Chiaty is a paragon to all who know him; self-made, self-assured and with a vision for the region. His company the Travco Group is a trailblazer in the tourism industry. Nicolas Shammas talks to the tourism icon about early struggles, successful diversification and future aspirati
Cantiere Serenella has made an art and garnered a sizeable reputation from beautifully handcrafted wooden boats. And as Racha Mourtada finds, its products are fast becoming must-haves for superyacht owners looking for a tender with a difference.
A new item has joined the family of luxury vehicles with Teschner introducing a futuristic generation and concept of coaches. Rabeeh Nasr explores a fabulous domain that remains unknown to many.
Sabhan Adam’s merciless, violent portraits have propelled the Syrian artist to international recognition. Lucy Fielder reports.
Mixing tradition and modernity, blending Middle Eastern and Asian architecture and design, the Banyan Tree Desert Spa and Resort, Al Areen offers guests the ultimate in seclusion, rest, relaxation and massage, finds a newly invigorated Fiona Walshe.
For centuries as Egypt’s second largest city, Alexandria mirrored the region’s progress, free-thought and cosmopolitan endeavours. With renewed interest in its tourism potential – most significantly the opening of the Four Seasons Hotel – Warren Singh-Bartlett discovers that the Mediterran
Throughout history women have had a keen eye and an affinity for shoes. The trend is growing exponentially, with some ladies going so far as to collect shoes that they don’t dare wear. Thankfully Gianvito Rossi leaves theatricality aside and delivers timeless designs made for your feet and
I really didn’t know what to expect as I rang the door bell, fruitlessly staring at the gold-plated cursive Latin letters M, R, A, F set against a sturdy light wood door. I mean, it’s a little bit gnawing knowing that you’ll be getting as good as you give. Looked at, scrutinized, the trace
When Robert Greene authored his first book The 48 Laws of Power, he sought to unlock the secrets of how to gain power for the masses. Helen Assaf takes a look at how business in the Arab world measures up to Greene’s Machiavelli-inspired advice for ruthless times.
It has always been a confusing business buying the right flatware sets. Whether it’s a special occasion like a wedding anniversary or just a casual get-together with friends, having the right silver speaks volumes about you to your guests. Bespoke helps you choose the best.
The first Lebanese, and only the second Arab to have reached the summit of Mount Everest, Maxime Chaya is a testament to the belief that the power of the mind can overcome any obstacle. Nicolas Shammas sits down with this modern day hero.