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Timepieces to watch at Baselworld

Bani McSpedden 2:15 PM   Will 'connected' watches make a dent? Or do mechanical watches still reign supreme?

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High-end escapes when you've had it

One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldive's is one of the world's great resorts.

Elyse Romano   Try one of these beautifully remote destinations for your next disappearing act.

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Now these are expensive watches

Patek Philippe.

Megan Willett   These exorbitant timepieces make the Apple Watch look like a bargain.

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The supercar that belongs to everyone

It doesn't get much more exclusive - or eye-catching - than the MSO McLaren 650S Spider.

Nick Hall   It doesn't get much more exclusive - or eye-catching - that this 'special' McLaren.

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Why old-school watches are still smarter

The Apple Watch Edition looks and feels good but can't match the likes of Rolex, Omega or IWC for sheer artistry.

Bani McSpedden   The Apple Watch will never usurp the artistry of a cog-driven timepiece, says Bani McSpedden.

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Eight classic watches for every occasion

Cartier Calibre De Cartier Diver.

Luc Wiesman   These watches will look sharp whether you're dressed up or chilling out.

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Eight of the world's best presidential suites

The Hotel President Wilson overlooking Lake Geneva.

Michael Harry   At up to $80,000 a night you don’t have to be a president to stay - but it helps.

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Who spends biggest on luxury travel?

One generation has taken a surprising lead in the luxury travel market.

Simon Thomsen   One generation burns through more cash while holidaying in style than any other.

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The superyacht for super women

The La Belle is a superyacht designed specifically for women.

Dennis Green   The La Belle is believed to be the world's first yacht designed specifically for women.

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The Aussie selling watches to the Swiss

Swiss-born Australian Christophe Hoppe will take his Australian watch company to the world's biggest watch fair, Baselworld in Switzerland.

Steve Colquhoun   It's make or break time for an Aussie watchmaker invited to Baselworld.

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You can afford the superyacht life

Australia is one of the few places you can rent a superyact by the hour.

Rachael Oakes-Ash   See yourself here? It's not as out-of-reach as you might think.

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How to buy your first superyacht

All aboard! Superyachts aren't just for billionaires.

Nigel Bowen   What you need to know before splashing out on your own floating palace.

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Ideas to spoil her on Valentine's Day

Jimmy Choo shoes.

Michael Harry   A week to go, so rise above your usual flowers or chocolates with these ideas.

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Ten wild watches that defy reality

Got a black AMEX? You may enjoy the Greubel Forsey Tourbillon 24 Secondes watch.

Luc Wiesman   These watches are off limits for all but the most fertile of budgets.

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The most expensive motorhome in the world

The Marchi Mobile EleMMent Palazzo is the most expensive motorhome in the world.

Iain Gillespie   If glamping is your thing, hit the highway in the world's priciest motorhome.

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The best backyard barbies money can buy

What are you cooking your snags on this Australia Day?

Michael Harry   Australia Day snags will never taste better than off these top-of-the-range barbecues.

Fitness

The best view of the Tour Down Under

Cycling great Stuart O'Grady pledges to immerse his guests in the Tour Down Under spectator experience.

Stephen Lacey   Local cycling legend to lead a South Australian sojourn that’s as much about pinot as pedalling.

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Design your own luxury goods

Le Noeud Papillon allows customers to design the cut and shape of their own bow ties.

Judy Barouch   Buyers are designing their very own luxe looks as demand for customised goods goes mainstream.

New Years Day brings $20 million lotto win for one lucky punter

One lucky punter scooped $20 million.

Scott Parker   While many were nursing a hangover, soaking up the sunshine at Coolangatta beach or dancing up a storm at Byron Bay's Falls Festival, one lucky northern NSW registered lotto winner ended their new years day $20 million dollars richer after winning Thursday night's division one Powerball.