Signature Luxury Travel & Style

Each issue of Signature is a taste of the finer things in life, bringing you beautiful escapes, gourmet adventures, wellness retreats and the latest in five-star hotels, as well as advice from our style and living sections for everyday luxury. From cruising the high seas to African safaris, Signature is packed with inspiration and insider tips to bring you the essence of the world's best destinations and experiences.

HISTORIC 50th ISSUE • Founder Cathy Wagstaff looks back on the journey leading up to this, the 50th issue of Signature Luxury Travel & Style.

Editor’s letter

CONTRIBUTORS

Signature Luxury Travel & Style

Facing the future

New beginnings • From Australian coastal hideaways to breathtaking Asian and European urban escapes, these new hotels are sure to stimulate wanderlust.

Concierge

AGENDA • International happenings worth travelling for this season.

RED ALERT • A selection of enviable warm-hued goods for your autumnal delectation.

SIGNATURE SELECTS • Our critics’ selection of the world’s 50 most extraordinary hotels

HELLO MY DEER • Exclusive skier-only terrain, phenomenal grooming and capped daily limits... Lisa Wagstaff dons skis to experience one of North America’s most elite resorts.

ZÜRICH: SWITZERLAND’S URBAN HEART • While the Swiss countryside is a major draw, you haven’t seen Switzerland until you’ve seen the country’s largest city, Zürich.

FIFTY SENSE • A half-century of travelling the world, with widely varying degrees of comfort, has taught Chris Dwyer a lesson or two.

NORTHERN EXPOSURE • The annual Cairns Indigenous Art Fair is changing perceptions of Queensland’s Far North – and First Nations art, writes Christian Barker.

ALASKA UNLEASHED • Alaska’s untamed wilderness meets impeccable service and refined indulgence with Seabourn.

THE UNFORGETTABLE 50 • Discover 5 0 incredible tours and experiences handpicked by our well-travelled team.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT

CABERNET CALLING • Take your senses beyond the glass at this must-visit winery in Margaret River.

BURNT OFFERINGS • The Australian chef behind acclaimed Singapore restaurant Burnt Ends, Dave Pynt has got plenty of irons in the fire, writes Christian Barker.

50 YEARS in the MAKING • These exceptional bottles offer a taste of history and craftsmanship, making them the perfect choice for celebrating a 50th birthday or anniversary with a truly memorable sip, writes Nimmi Malhotra.

CULINARY JOURNEY • Oceania Cruises offers an unforgettable taste of the world’s most tantalising locales, both onboard and ashore.

Cruise news

GRIN AND BEAR IT • Opulent icebreaker Le Commandant Charcot offers close encounters with Arctic wildlife and a cruising experience par excellence, writes Richard Clune.

IN PURSUIT of HAPPINESS • Guy Dundas takes an expedition cruise through the remote reaches of Micronesia, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, and finds a fortnight of serenity where time stands still.

TOP OF THE WORLD • Cruising high above the Arctic Circle through the Northwest Passage reveals a playground of lively surprises.

Find us online • Stay up to date on the latest news, destinations and in-flight guides by visiting us online.

ARCADE GAMES • Men’s style savant Mark Cho has established a multifaceted retail and hospitality space within one of Hong Kong’s most notable buildings.

A SOUND APPROACH • The third generation in his family to lead the Raymond Weil watch company, CEO Elie Bernheim explains, “Watches are part of my DNA, and music is in my blood.”

PEARLS OF WISDOM • Brisbane-based jewellery designer Margot McKinney makes her shining debut at the world’s premier art fair...