Elegant and luxurious hotel lobby at Capella Sydney, showcasing personalized service and sophisticated ambiance for discerning travelers.

Travel + Leisure Reveals 2026 World's Best Awards Winners

With a near-perfect score of 96.

Evelyn ChenJuly 8, 20262 min read

A bottle of AJ Bond Tennessee Whiskey sits on a bar counter, illuminated by warm light, representing Sazerac's entry into the Tennessee whiskey market.

The Edit

Sazerac Launches AJ Bond, Its First Tennessee Whiskey

After decades dominating bourbon and rye markets, spirits giant Sazerac Co.

Julian Beaumont·June 2, 2026

Elegant interior of a Saks Fifth Avenue personal shopping suite, showcasing plush seating, designer fashion, and a sophisticated ambiance for VIP clients.

Automotive

Saks Fifth Avenue Navigates Bankruptcy Exit with Client Engagement Focus

After emerging from bankruptcy, Saks Fifth Avenue is investing millions into personal shopping suites and VIP lounges, betting that ultra-exclusive in-store experiences, not just products, will define

Santiago Acosta·June 29, 2026

Model showcases Taakk's Spring 2027 men's collection featuring floral prints and unique cutouts on a Parisian runway.

Grooming & Wellness

Taakk Unveils Artistic Spring 2027 Men's Fashion Collection

Flower prints bloomed across jackets and shirts, framed by tendril-like cutouts, as Taakk unveiled its Spring 2027 collection in Paris during June 2026.

Amélie Richard·June 28, 2026

Travel

The Rise of Luxury Beachfront Vacations — And What It Means for Qualicum Breeze Resort

The landscape of travel is shifting. More than ever, vacationers are seeking exclusive, private, and restorative experiences that connect them with nature without sacrificing comfort. This growing demand for luxury beach…

Willy Chavarria Unveils Five New UGG Styles on Runway

At Spring/Summer 2027 Paris Fashion Week, Romeo Beckham debuted the Ugg x Willy Chavarria Biker boot.

Santiago Acosta·June 28, 2026

Dr. Sarah Davies, master distiller at The Cotswold Distillery, holding a glass of her award-winning English single malt whisky in a distillery setting.

Cuisine & Spirits

Dr. Sarah Davies Redefines English Single Malt Whisky

Dr. Sarah Davies, master distiller at The Cotswold Distillery, just seized "Distiller of the Year" at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) for her English single malt in 2026. This triumph is rar

Evelyn Chen·June 28, 2026

A 2026 Shelby Ford F-150 Baja Raptor R with 1,000 horsepower driving through a desert, showcasing its aggressive off-road capabilities and custom design.

The Edit

Shelby boosts 2026 Ford F-150 Raptor R engine to 1,000 horsepower

The 2026 Shelby Ford F-150 Baja Raptor R has debuted with a staggering 1,000 horsepower, nearly 300 more than the already potent factory Raptor R, and a price tag approaching $200,000.

Julian Beaumont·June 27, 2026

Panoramic view of a modern cityscape at dusk, showcasing luxurious high-rise buildings and subtle global connectivity elements, symbolizing the shifting luxury real estate market.

Travel

Global luxury real estate market shifts as new demand emerges

In Tokyo's 23 central wards, the average new condominium price reached a record ¥137.

Evelyn Chen·June 26, 2026

Exterior view of the Opal mega-mansion in Beverly Hills, showcasing its modern architecture and a lit rooftop pickleball court at dusk.

The Edit

Opal mega-mansion Beverly Hills adds a pickleball court for luxury living

For $53 million, a new Beverly Hills mega-mansion named Opal offers ten bathrooms and 19,100 square feet, along with a dedicated pickleball court on its roof.

Amélie Richard·June 26, 2026

Exterior view of Al Horford's luxurious Brookline, Massachusetts mansion listed for $14.995 million, showcasing its grand architecture and manicured grounds.

Travel

Al Horford Lists Boston-Area Home for $14.995 Million

NBA star Al Horford has listed his sprawling Brookline, Massachusetts, mansion for $14.995 million.

Evelyn Chen·June 25, 2026

A modest 1950s home with a manicured lawn, adjacent to the implied grandeur of Taylor Swift's estate in Nashville.

The Edit

Taylor Swift's Neighbor Lists Home Amid Celebrity Real Estate Buzz

A 2,000-square-foot home in a quiet Nashville neighborhood just went on the market, but its true value isn't in its square footage: it's in sharing a property line with Taylor Swift's primary estate.

Amélie Richard·June 25, 2026

A close-up of a Four Roses bourbon barrel crafted from Japanese Mizunara oak, with a distiller in the background, highlighting the unique cask finish.

Fashion

Four Roses Releases First Cask-Finished Bourbon Aged in Japanese Oak

For the first time in its history, Four Roses Distillery is releasing a bourbon finished in Japanese Mizunara oak barrels.

Katerina Volkova·June 24, 2026

The 1,250 hp hybrid 2027 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X conquering the Pikes Peak course, setting a new production car record.

The Edit

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X Sets New Pikes Peak Production Car Record

Professional racer JR Hildebrand piloted the 1,250 hp hybrid-powered 2027 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X up the 12.

Julian Beaumont·June 24, 2026

Fashion

Habebe Couture’s Guide to Dressing for Dinner, Parties, and Polished Nights Out

Habebe Couture offers a guide to dressing for various evening occasions, from dinners to parties, focusing on outfits that feel special without being overly formal. The brand provides designer dresses, jewelry, and handbags to help shoppers create refined and wearable night-out looks.

Jalen Brunson's NBA Finals Jersey Up for Auction

Jalen Brunson's jersey from Game 1 of the NBA Finals, where he scored 30 points, is now being auctioned by Sotheby's, marking a new peak in the commodification of recent sports history.

Amélie Richard·June 23, 2026