History

09 Apr: Liquid Dreams: A Wine Journey Across Continents

What do a 600-year-old mountain pass, royal ski retreats, and the world’s largest wine bottles have in common? Arlberg. This alpine haven in Austria is home to the legendary Hospiz Alm wine cellar—boasting over 7,000 large-format bottles including Château d'Yquem 1858 and Cheval Blanc exclusives. Learn how Adi Werner turned a remote mountain lodge into a global wine pilgrimage site. From imperial vintages to secret royal visits, this is a must-read for luxury travel and fine wine lovers alike.

09 Apr: Horse and Man: A Time-Honoured Partnership

Hooked on horses? Discover how ancient equestrian cultures shaped civilisations and how you can experience their legacy on horseback today. From the Mongol steppe to the Argentine pampas, these remarkable traditions live on in modern riding holidays—from polo in Pakistan to horseback safaris in Botswana. Whether you're an adventurer or a history enthusiast, these immersive equestrian travel experiences offer a thrilling way to reconnect with one of humanity’s oldest and most transformative partnerships.
Dame Stephanie Shirley

13 Mar: Dame Steve: A Profile in Brilliance and Defiance

What does it take to build a £2 billion tech empire while redefining what’s possible for women in business? Dame Stephanie Shirley, a trailblazing female entrepreneur, went from Kindertransport refugee to tech pioneer—founding a revolutionary company that employed thousands of women long before flexible work was fashionable. Discover how her resilience, vision, and refusal to accept limits reshaped the workplace and created a lasting legacy. If you're looking for inspiration from one of Britain’s greatest business minds, this is a story every ambitious woman—and entrepreneur—needs to read.
Martha Gellhorn

13 Mar: Martha Gellhorn: The Fearless Correspondent Who Refused to Live in Anyone’s Shadow

What does it take to become one of the greatest war correspondents of the 20th century—and escape the shadow of Ernest Hemingway? Journalist Martha Gellhorn risked everything to cover the world's biggest conflicts, from the Spanish Civil War to D-Day and Dachau. Her fierce independence, moral clarity, and refusal to play second to any man made her a pioneering voice in journalism. Discover how Gellhorn redefined what it meant to report from the frontlines—and why her legacy still shapes how we view war, truth, and the role of a female journalist today.