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What motivates owners of high-quality classic cars to push themselves and their treasured vehicles to the limit in mountain races? We took a look around the unique Arosa ClassicCar event.

Alone at last! Wherever I am, I immerse myself in my surroundings, I am completely present, and don’t have any feelings of melancholy. As a traveller and a hunted person in these fast-moving times, I’m glad to be able to relax, not to have to share anything or be doomed to be considerate of someone else’s needs.

Geneva is jewel of a city. It acts as a magnet for diplomats, auction house insiders, watch industry professionals, and tourists who enjoy combining their holidays with world-class shopping. Then there are the pleasure-seekers – open-minded explorers ready to immerse themselves in Geneva’s vibrant bar scene and the liquid delights on both sides of the Rhône. Like many German-speaking Swiss, I must admit, I know Paris, Milan, London – and even Bangkok – better than I know Geneva. That’s about to change. Our cocktail tour begins in style at the magnificent Hotel des Bergues, a landmark in a prime lakeside location. As the city’s very first hotel, it has stood the test of time and has been part of the Four Seasons family since its grand reopening in 2003. Most importantly for us, it’s home to an exquisite bar and the perfect starting point for our evening.

I believe the explorer among us will understand me, when I say I get somehow nervous, in a good way, when checking into new places, that I’ve never been to before. It’s a mixed feeling of excitement, curiosity and expectations, especially if you’ve booked a nice suite and walk in for the first time.

Do you want to hike or walk in Geneva, and also see some interesting places? Here’s my pick of five favourite spots.

The scene is set: a sleek Ferrari purrs near the entrance of La Réserve Genève Hotel & Spa, its glossy red paint catching the summer sun. A bold L sticker on the windshield suggests a learner driver, but the confident rev of the engine and smooth acceleration tell a different story.

PRADA -­Sustainable awareness-­raising A backpack with a sporty design made from re-nylon, which is obtained from recycled plastics from the sea. The Sea Beyond project of the Prada Group, which promotes awareness of sustainability and marine conservation, receives 1% of the proceeds from sales. – prada.com

I don’t know when I first felt that tug of insolence when people said things like ‘silence is golden’ or ‘the quieter you become, the more you can hear’.

There are moments when technology fades into the background — and all that remains is atmosphere. A sense of flow, light, sound, and clarity that simply feels right. Behind such moments is often a team like smARTec: quiet experts in event technology who understand that perfection doesn’t need to be loud.

Nature-inspired design and delicate touches, like the intricate weave of a rug or the fine craftsmanship of a decorative piece, set the tone in luxury hospitality, and upscale spaces, creating environments that feel calm, intentional, and deeply comforting.

In the world of luxury, curated experiences matter more than ever – and QoQa.ch delivers exactly that. Founded in 2005 by Pascal Meyer, the platform has evolved from a one-deal-a-day website into a dynamic hub of discovery.