Business destinations

22 million inhabitants: that's quite a megalopolis. And yet, on the economic front, the world's fifth-largest conurbation does not yet enjoy a reputation commensurate with its size.

Many travellers take advantage of their stay in India to stock up on tailor-made suits and shirts. A good deal, on the face of it, but one that can turn sour if you don't follow the usual recommendations.

A long weekend or a Sunday in Berlin? Why not get away from it all? Twenty kilometres away, but already far from the hustle and bustle of the capital, is a marvel built by Frederick II of Prussia: Sans-Souci.

Antoinette Axthelm is an architect. His office, Axthelm-Architekten, has been responsible for numerous renovations and creations. The five-star Das Stue hotel, due to open in September 2011 in the former Danish embassy, is likely to be a landmark.

The beautiful location. A Palace-style event: the Pavillon Cambon Capucines has become the new meeting place for the world of luxury.

 Close to the city centre and easy to get to, Linate airport is the most pleasant point of entry and exit for travellers to Milan.

Daniel Newberry, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton Toronto

Solange Strom, Managing Partner of The Strom Group Inc. and former President of L'Occitane Canada.