The Swiss estate where Hollywood legend Audrey Hepburn spent the last decades years of her life can be yours now

The Swiss villa where Audrey Hepburn spent the last three decades of her life is on the market for US$20.8 million.

The legendary actress lived in the 18th-century estate, named La Paisible, or “peaceful place”, from 1963 until her death in 1993. It is located in the municipality of Tolochenaz, about 50 kilometres north of Geneva. The estate sits on a 40.33-acre lot; it has 10,764 sq ft of interior space, with 12 bedrooms and eight bathrooms.

Features in the estate include a heated pool, century-old trees and two indoor garages. The home also boasts serene mountain views. Hepburn’s sons reportedly sold the home to its current owners in 2001; that year, the home underwent a major renovation. The star is buried in a nearby cemetery. 

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Work hard, play hard. 5-9 before the 9-5. According to many trends on social media, the key to a successful life relies on the balance between channelling our inner girl boss or bropreneur and scheduling time for some well-deserved personal moments. In this dichotomy, travel can often be perceived as a reason for reckless abandon—most starkly illustrated by The White Lotus’ portrayal of toxic tourism.

But for Doctor Kiona, it has never been a better time to embrace a more conscientious approach to exploration. In fact, she wants you to travel more—just more responsibly and with purpose. For tourists and travellers looking to make a positive impact, she offers tips on how to travel with an emphasis on education and cultural sensitivity.

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Art Basel Hong Kong, one of the city’s premier art events, will return from March 28 to 30, 2025, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

This edition will showcase 242 galleries from 42 countries and territories, with over half of the participating galleries hailing from the Asia-Pacific region, including Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Turkey and Australia. This highlights the art fair’s commitment to providing a platform for the region’s vibrant art scene.

The fair is organised into several sections: Galleries, the main area for established and blue-chip galleries; Discoveries, which features emerging artists; and Insights, which explores curated projects from artists across Asia and the Asia-Pacific region.

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Whether enjoyed as a light snack, paired with wine, or served as an indulgent starter, charcuterie boards and cheese platters have become essential elements of dining and gatherings.

From artisanal cheeses including brie, comté and stilton to premium cured meats such as prosciutto, chorizo and salami, the artistry of these charcuterie boards and cheese platters lies not only in the ingredients but also in how they harmoniously come together—and how they’re presented—to create a delightful tasting experience.

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Pascale Lepeu, the director of The Cartier Collection, brings a wealth of insight into the world of haute joaillerie at Cartier’s latest exhibition in Shanghai. Speaking from the Shanghai Museum East, where the exhibition “Cartier, the Power of Magic” showcases over 300 masterpieces until February 17, 2025, Lepeu reflects on the intersection of artistry, heritage and innovation that defines the maison’s legacy.

The exhibition, marking 20 years since Cartier’s first show in Shanghai, represents a significant milestone in the cultural dialogue between East and West. Under Lepeu’s curatorial vision, the show displays traditional Chinese artistry with contemporary presentation methods, including AI-generated scenography by renowned artist Cai Guo Qiang.

This landmark exhibition not only celebrates six decades of Franco-Chinese diplomatic relations but also illuminates the profound influence of Chinese culture on Cartier’s distinctive aesthetic vocabulary. Through carefully selected pieces from the Cartier Collection and global museums, Lepeu orchestrates a narrative that transcends mere jewellery display, creating an immersive journey through time and artistic innovation.

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