Don’t bury your head in the sand – here’s how to be on your best beach behaviour
Nations with strong beach-going traditions have their own strict sets of rules and rituals. So, pay close attention to the dos and don’ts of whichever stretch of sand you find yourself on this summer.
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The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, Lisbon, 3 – 5 September 2026
Three days of great hospitality in addition to thoughtful discussions with delegates and speakers from all over the world.
Sweet scents of summer: Five fresh fragrances for 2026
Our selection of the most delicious fragrances to take you from the beach to an alfresco dinner.
Bigger isn’t always better: Seven small museums to see around the world
From Singapore to Mexico City, we share some of our favourite small art, culture and architecture museums.
The essential summer reading list: 14 books to match your moods
The key to choosing books for the summer is to match each read to a mood, setting or situation.
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The timing couldn’t be better for Mallorca’s beautiful new Mandarin Oriental
Set on the Mallorcan coast just outside Palma, the new Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra seeks to redefine high luxury on the island.
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Our seasonal newspaper is your perfect summer companion
'Med, Mountains & More' also includes a glossy 50-page supplement, featuring our top-five stays from Malta to Merano, breezy menswear on Spain’s Costa Brava and much more.
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How Japan’s fashion brands are designing clothes for longer, hotter summers
Japanese fashion brands are leading the way when it comes to developing fabrics designed to beat the heat. With summer temperatures intensifying, their solutions can’t come quick enough.
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Inside Florence’s Gucci Osteria
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Destination: Abu Dhabi
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Leading the way for culture
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Abu Dhabi’s new generation of creativity
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How to spend 24 hours in Abu Dhabi
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Training the next generation of cultural leaders
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The Abu Dhabi cultural calendar 2026–’27
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South Tyrol: the home of green tech
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Tenerife: The secret north
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Bodrum: A jewel of the Aegean riviera
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Muntagnard: The Swiss wardrobe built to last
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Parisian cuisine at the highest level
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A guide to unexpected places: Bhutan
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The Home of Creativity
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EVENTS
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, Lisbon, 3 – 5 September 2026
Three days of great hospitality in addition to thoughtful discussions with delegates and speakers from all over the world.
Monocle in Athens
A selection of Monocle products will be available at The Store at The Ilisian, a new retail space within the Conrad Athens, which is one of the hottest openings this summer. Expect a considered…
Zürich Airport pop-up
Monocle is back at Zürich Airport, just outside duty free on the first floor. Stop by to explore Swiss goods and Monocle products, including our newest print releases.
Monocle in St Moritz, until 30 August
Monocle returns to St Moritz for the summer season. Join us in the heart of the Engadine for a selection of seasonal essentials, latest print releases and our edit of Monocle products, from clothing…
Fashion Clinic x Monocle, Comporta, Until 30 August
Enjoy summer mornings in Comporta with coffee on Fashion Clinic’s terrace.
The Culinary Grand Tour Market, Zürich, 6 October
An evening of conversation and cuisine. Presented by Switzerland Tourism and Monocle.
