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Australia's roadhouses
February 22, 2016 14:00 - 20 MB VideoThe roadhouses along the Great Northern Highway in Western Australia are vital, serviceable sanctuaries for the truck drivers who frequent them. Monocle hits the road to meet the characters who rely on these outback pit-stops.
Monocle preview: March issue
February 15, 2016 08:00 - 2 minutes - 19.3 MB VideoThis year’s nations special appreciates all things Australia. We get the shipping forecast on the navy’s mighty new flagship, introduce you to the innovative retailers who are streets ahead and reveal which radio DJs are in demand down under. With news on the top diplomats, chefs and designers – as well as where to live, work and play – this is a big magazine for a big nation. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-91/).
Japanese bars
February 04, 2016 08:30 - 2 minutes - 12.9 MB VideoPull up a pew to discover classic Japanese bars with soothing lighting, knowledgeable and immaculately turned-out bar staff and loyal clientele.
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, Vienna, Austria
January 22, 2016 13:00 - 1 minute - 14.6 MB VideoOur intimate gathering returns in 2016 and this time it will take place in Vienna. Monocle invites you to a weekend of great debate, good conversation and peerless hospitality – and some fun nights too. It’s a weekend where contacts can be made, ideas nurtured and horizons expanded. Join our editors, correspondents and key thinkers in discussing topics ranging from architecture to independent retail, transport to healthy living. [Next stop: Madrid. Buy your ticket for the 2019 edition of th...
Rio de Janeiro: The Monocle Travel Guide
January 19, 2016 08:50 - 3 minutes - 49.2 MB VideoRio de Janeiro is one of few global cities that strikes a balance between cosmopolitan hub and natural wonder. As well as its openness and unique mix of people, the city has a wide range of galleries, restaurants and world-famous beaches. Our new travel guide will help you discover every pocket of the city. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Rio de Janeiro is available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-ri...
Monocle preview: February issue
January 18, 2016 09:00 - 2 minutes - 15.3 MB VideoWe hope the February issue will make a good first impression – because it’s all about the art of hospitality. As part of our service you can discover the results of our reader survey, get a lesson from the schools moulding the next generation of maître d’s and visit the design firms creating welcoming interiors. Plus all the usual reports and pictures from around the world. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-90/).
Travel Top 50 2015/16
December 30, 2015 23:00 - 16 minutes - 34.8 MB VideoOur annual survey of the best in class from carriers to train nations, architecturally blessed inns to tasty food concepts. It's your round-the-world ticket to meet the hospitality stars.
Monocle preview: Forecast 2016
December 14, 2015 09:00 - 1 minute - 6.56 MB VideoThe Forecast is our annual journal assessing what the future holds across business, culture, design and much more. The second instalment is on shelves now; grab your copy to gen up on everything from micro hubs to major players. It’s your essential 2016 companion. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/the-forecast-2016/).
Monocle Christmas Market 2015
December 10, 2015 17:30 - 2 minutes - 30.2 MB VideoTyler Brûlé and his merry team got in the Christmas spirit last weekend with the annual Monocle Christmas Market. Mulled wine and yuletide cheer at the ready, Midori House played host to some of our favourite nations and retailers from around the world, as well as our Finnish VIP, Santa Claus, and of course a couple of his charming reindeers.
Antwerp: A Monocle Guide
December 10, 2015 10:00 - 3 minutes - 17.1 MB VideoFor The Forecast we journeyed through Antwerp sampling the best in business, art, food and design that the historic Belgium city has to offer. The Flemish-speaking outpost may have had its golden age in the 16th century but we believe it’s having a renaissance. Here’s a preview of what to look forward to in our new Antwerp City Survey.
Christmas shopping in Bassano del Grappa
December 07, 2015 09:00 - 4 minutes - 48.3 MB VideoMonocle films indulges in a spot of festive retail in an idyllic Italian city. Join us for the best in fashion, books, sweets and more.
Vienna: Capital charisma
November 19, 2015 09:00 - 2 minutes - 17.8 MB VideoWe take a grand tour of an age-old favourite; the Austrian capital combines regal grandeur with a new-found finesse in everything from culture to food, art and design.
Monocle preview: December/January issue
November 18, 2015 10:42 - 2 minutes - 16.3 MB VideoThere's a distinctly festive feel to our double issue: in amongst our annual Soft Power Survey and pull-out Vienna guide there's Christmas shopping in Bassano del Grappa and a special mini version of our newspaper Alpino. 'Tis the season, after all... Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-89/).
Miami: The Monocle Travel Guide
November 17, 2015 08:30 - 3 minutes - 53.9 MB VideoMiami has a lot going for it: its shoreline, year-round warm weather and diverse population. Our new travel guide will help you explore the neighbourhoods to discover its full potential. We’ll introduce you to the dynamic art scene, the best bars and restaurants and everything in-between. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Miami is available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-miami/).
Istanbul: The Monocle Travel Guide
November 10, 2015 08:45 - 3 minutes - 35.2 MB VideoBeneath its inimitable skyline, Istanbul is a teeming, triumphant metropolis that is constantly being remade and reimagined – as our cinematic portrait explores. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Istanbul is available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-istanbul/).
Madrid: The Monocle Travel Guide
November 03, 2015 08:00 - 2 minutes - 24.2 MB VideoMadrid has thrown off the shackles of tradition: what was once a buttoned-down bastion of conservatism has become Spain’s unabashed centre of the avant-garde. Monocle films visits the city to discover a melting pot of talent, taste and tenacity. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Madrid is available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-madrid).
Opening up
October 26, 2015 10:29 - 3 minutes - 62.8 MB VideoTurquoise waters, Mediterranean coastline and imposing Taurus mountain range in the background: Antalya’s natural beauty rightly earned it the nickname, “Gateway to the Turkish Riviera”. But with major diplomatic meetings and infrastructure projects in the pipeline, the coastal town is now proving that it can also be a centre of culture, hospitality and sports. We visit a new contemporary art gallery, independent hotels and cafés, as well as the 14 verdant golf courses of Belek – including th...
Property Prospectus: Turin
October 22, 2015 13:00 - 6 minutes - 50.9 MB VideoLarge-scale manufacturing is on the wane in Turin. Discover how the Regio Parco area is making use of empty industrial spaces to create a new, independent vibe.
Monocle preview: November issue
October 19, 2015 11:00 - 2 minutes - 18.8 MB VideoThe latest issue has an interior furnished with our second Design Directory of the year; find out how to build a happier home and optimise your office space. Elsewhere in the magazine we travel to a Baltic boomtown and South Tyrolean brewery – and scope out Bavaria with a special regional survey. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-88/).
Property prospectus: Kreis 4
October 05, 2015 09:00 - 6 minutes - 51.7 MB VideoOnce a seedy neighbourhood with an air of debauchery, Zürich’s Kreis 4 is now a shiny hub of creativity. Monocle films pays a visit to the district to discover what all the fuss is about.
Kioskafe - London launch
October 02, 2015 08:30 - 4 minutes - 34.9 MB VideoTo celebrate the launch of Monocle’s first [Kioskafe](http://kioskafe.com/) in Paddington, we talk to editor in chief Tyler Brûlé about the concept, branding and enduring appeal of print.
Bangkok: The Monocle Travel Guide
October 01, 2015 08:59 - 2 minutes - 26.4 MB VideoBangkok is a city both liberal and traditional, where outsiders are always welcome but few can gain a true understanding of the capital’s intricacies. The Monocle Travel Guide to Bangkok will steer you to our favourite hotels and retailers, lesser-known neighbourhoods, tasty restaurants and street-side bars where Bangkok’s bright young things party until the early hours. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Bangkok is available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop...
Monocle preview: October issue
September 18, 2015 13:00 - 2 minutes - 14.3 MB VideoOur October issue is a sharp survey of good looks, bright fashion and retail details, bringing you the designers, brands and shopkeepers who are shaping the worlds of style and handsome commerce. Available now at [The Monocle Shop](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-87/).
Monocle Guide to Cosy Homes
September 01, 2015 11:00 - 1 minute - 12.2 MB VideoFrom warmly lit interiors to polished wood furniture, The Monocle Guide to Cosy Homes is a survey of everything you need to build the residence you want. From architects to apprentices, design-shop owners to gardeners, you’ll meet inspiring people and snatch an idea or two that is built to last. Available to buy online now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/product/757804/the-monocle-guide-to-cosy-homes/)
Monocle preview: September issue
August 17, 2015 08:44 - 2 minutes - 14 MB VideoOur September issue establishes itself as a business leader with our annual Entrepreneurs Guide, a packed portfolio of setting up, succession, salesmen and lots more. Plus, meet our cover stars: a family firm of furry friends. Available now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/magazine/other/issue-86/)
Hong Kong: The Monocle Travel Guide
July 31, 2015 07:55 - 3 minutes - 40.6 MB VideoHong Kong is more diverse than you’d imagine. Navigate the futuristic skyways connecting office towers and you’ll pass over temples from which incense smoke trails towards the heavens. The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong takes you on a journey from the best dining spots and side-street food stalls to rich retail experiences. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Hong Kong is available now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/)
Tokyo: The Monocle Travel Guide
July 25, 2015 11:00 - 3 minutes - 19 MB VideoIn a city where choice is everywhere, The Monocle Travel Guide to Tokyo will navigate you through some of our favourite corners of this vast metropolis. Expect to fall in love with the dazzling food, sumptuous shopping and the most courteous residents you’ll ever meet. Published by Gestalten, The Monocle Travel Guide to Tokyo is available now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/the-monocle-travel-guide-tokyo/)
Waterside Expo: Helsinki
July 23, 2015 09:21 - 2 minutes - 12.2 MB VideoThe Helsinki Swimming Stadium, originally earmarked for the 1940 Olympic Games, is a winning attraction in the Finnish capital. An oasis among lush lawns where residents come for relaxation and training – after the compulsory jump, that is.
The Monocle Restaurant Awards
July 20, 2015 12:42 - 7 minutes - 76.4 MB VideoFor Monocle’s first ever Restaurant Awards our editorial team has whipped up a list of our 50 favourite restaurants. These are the places we would go back to for the food, hospitality, great chefs, old-school staff, lively manner and perfect dining rooms. Monocle films invites you to join us for breakfast in Toronto, lunch in Forte dei Marmi and dinner in Stockholm.
The Monocle Escapist
July 15, 2015 09:00 - 2 minutes - 25.7 MB VideoWelcome to our new summer magazine: The Escapist. As the name suggests, the publication has a travel edge but also explores, explains and reveals 10 cities around the world in more depth than any travel magazine. You can also find fresh fashion, observations and journey-themed essays, alongside our considered round-up of the world's top 50 restaurants. Available now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/magazine/other/the-escapist-2015/)
The Monocle Summer Party
July 01, 2015 09:00 - 3 minutes - 39.7 MB VideoTo celebrate Monocle’s 2015 Quality of Life Survey, editor in chief Tyler Brûlé and AkzoNobel hosted a midsummer party at our London headquarters. The event provided an opportunity to honour this year’s winners and celebrate the best cities to call home.
Monocle preview: July/August issue
June 15, 2015 12:45 - 2 minutes - 19.6 MB VideoFeaturing our ninth annual Quality of Life Survey, Monocle’s July/August double issue is out now. From the twisting streets of Tokyo to the green spaces of Vienna, the long sunlight hours of Sydney to the citywide food festival of Helsinki, roll up to read about the world’s 25 most liveable cities, alongside our usual tour of the best in design, urbanism, business, fashion and more.
New York: The Monocle Travel Guide
June 12, 2015 08:30 - 2 minutes - 36.6 MB VideoNew York can easily live up to its movie-star good looks but it can be a city that surprises, too. Monocle has had a bureau in New York since its launch in 2007 and this has made us passionate about this city and its ambitions. The Monocle Travel Guide to New York, published by Gestalten, is a celebration of all that we love about the city. Available now at [The Monocle Shop.](/shop/books-and-music/travel-guides/)
London: The Monocle Travel Guide
May 27, 2015 07:30 - 2 minutes - 37.7 MB VideoMonocle has launched a new series of travel guides for people who want to get the most out of their stay and feel like locals rather than tourists. To celebrate the publication of our London guide, Monocle Films brings you a cinematic portrait of the city. From great examples of urban design and lofty gardens to culinary discoveries and the best music venues, our film journeys to our favourite places in the city we call home. The Monocle Travel Guide to London, published by Gestalten, is avai...
Monocle preview: June issue
May 15, 2015 09:46 - 2 minutes - 23.7 MB VideoFeaturing our fast-paced annual Transport Survey, our latest issue is out now. From pioneering high-speed-rail connections to open-plan airports, kooky new cars and cute ways to commute, we round up the most innovative ways to traverse the globe, plus our usual perfectly formed edit of culture, design, business and global affairs.
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference
April 23, 2015 15:54 - 2 minutes - 26.5 MB VideoOver a sunny weekend in Lisbon, delegates and speakers came together for Monocle's inaugural Quality of Life Conference. From the importance of healthy, robust media to how to run a metropolis, architects, mayors, entrepreneurs and key thinkers gave a fresh perspective on the world around us. This is our film that shows just a few of the highlights. And pencil the conference in your diaries for 2016 – we will be announcing details in the coming weeks.
Monocle preview: May issue 2015
April 21, 2015 10:20 - 2 minutes - 14.3 MB VideoFeaturing part one of our sharply focused 2015 Design Directory, our latest issue is out now. From the Southeast Asian architects making waves to the interiors trends reshaping our homes there's plenty on offer for the aesthetically minded, in addition to our usual polished round-up of culture, business and global affairs. [Available online.](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-83/)
April issue promo
March 17, 2015 10:45 - 2 minutes - 17.9 MB VideoThe first part of our 2015 Style Directory is ready for you to try on for size in our latest issue. Visit the finest factories, meet some daring new designers and perhaps pull on a new pair of socks – as well as admiring all the usual immaculately groomed Monocle content. [Available online.](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-83/)
Inventory: March must-haves
March 05, 2015 11:39 - 1 minute - 3.83 MB VideoFrom spicing up your lettercraft to adding class to your condiment cupboard, plus timeless additions to your kitchen, wardrobe and workspace, here are this month’s most covetable commodities from issue 81 of Monocle.
Japanese mascots
February 19, 2015 08:00 - 2 minutes - 16.1 MB VideoAs their cutesy, cartoon profiles – and fanbases – continue to soar, Japan's cuddly collection of corporate mascots has come to inhabit a central part of the nation's identity. We meet these celebrated creations and the people who bring them to life.
Issue Promo 81
February 13, 2015 08:08 - 2 minutes - 19.5 MB VideoOur March issue focuses on all things Nippon: Japan's foreign ministry, craft capitals, media might, fashion heroes and Olympic odyssey. Oh, and we've thrown in a cartoon robot cat for good measure - [now available online.](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/issue-81/)
Bean and gone: Tokyo cafés
February 05, 2015 11:00 - 3 minutes - 15 MB VideoLook past the dominance of the big chains in Tokyo and you will find a world of fiercely independent coffee shops. Monocle's Fiona Wilson pays tribute.
Made in London
January 29, 2015 09:37 - 6 minutes - 39.1 MB VideoGlobes, spoons and weaving: Monocle films drops in on three makers helping to reinvigorate the British capital’s artisanal heartbeat.
Issue Promo 80
January 22, 2015 09:17 - 2 minutes - 12.8 MB VideoIn the February issue discover the charm, commitment and crudités served by the most hospitable nations. We also visit the world's most dangerous hotels, London's finest embassies and New Orleans' art scene.
The Monocle Quality of Life Conference, Lisbon, Portugal
January 20, 2015 08:59 - 1 minute - 9.59 MB VideoMonocle is hosting its first ever conference. This intimate gathering will be hosted by the magazine’s editors, correspondents and key thinkers, with the topics discussed ranging from architecture and city planning to independent retail and national branding. [Register your interest on conference.monocle.com](http://conference.monocle.com)
Alpino 2014
December 18, 2014 09:02 - 2 minutes - 13.3 MB VideoWith winter in full flow, Monocle's Alpino edition braves the cold to bring you an in-depth report on Nato's cold-weather combat team, the world's best ski-lodges and what to do in the event of an avalanche, plus a whole lot more.
Monocle Christmas Market 2014
December 10, 2014 15:03 - 2 minutes - 16.9 MB VideoTyler Brûlé and team got Christmas off to a merry start at Midori House with the third annual Monocle Christmas Market last weekend. Some of our most loved brands shared a mulled wine with stallholders representing our favourite nations – and met a few friendly reindeers, too.
Bring the cheer
December 05, 2014 16:04 - 6 minutes - 40.2 MB VideoFor this Christmas-shopping special, Monocle films drops anchor in the portside city of Antwerp. From hand-crafted mitts to traditional treats, head to local landmarks and hidden treasures with Monocle to get Christmas all wrapped up.
The Forecast: Teaser
December 05, 2014 13:30 - 1 minute - 9.63 MB VideoWith forward-thinking commentary, long-form articles and fresh ideas from the Monocle editorial team, *The Forecast* is a new annual packed with key insights into the year ahead. Correspondents, business minds, historians, urbanists and diplomats offer their views on everything from balance-shifting defence systems to fresh benchmarks in city planning across this essential companion for 2015. [Buy now](https://monocle.com/shop/magazine/other/the-forecast-01/).
Travel Top 50 2014/15
November 24, 2014 09:20 - 15 minutes - 42.9 MB VideoMonocle correspondents have journeyed far and wide to compile the best ways to travel and suggestions of what to do when you arrive. Buckle up and join us for our annual rundown.