Films — Edits

The 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.

This 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/).

Pull up a pew to discover classic Japanese bars with soothing lighting, knowledgeable and immaculately turned-out bar staff and loyal clientele.

Our 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 the conference](https://conference.monocle.com/).

Rio 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-rio-de-janeiro/).

We 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/).

Our 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.

The 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/).

Tyler 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.

For 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.