Michal Zuk examines how a bridge linking Detroit to Canada is creating controversy between governments on one side and a reclusive billionaire on the other

From liveability to freedom of the market, Canada consistently ranks highly on top 10 lists. Vancouver, in particular, has proven itself to be a prime location for startup businesses, thanks in part to its highly skilled population and wealth of industry

Silicon Valley is known as the technological hub of international business, but finding high-calibre employees can greatly affect where a company remains. Jordan Bintcliffe looks at emerging and established economies using worldwide talent pools to source success

Personalised concierge service, private boarding and exquisite fine dining. Not a detail is spared when it comes to the quality of service provided by Air Canada, our Best Charter Airline Company, North America, 2012, for its Jetz service

Has Egypt’s bold stride for democracy put its development on the back foot? Dr Stephanie Jones asks some tough questions about what the Arab Spring has achieved for the country’s cultural and economic prospects

For more than a century one company has been pioneering luggage design to create bold new industry standards. Rimowa’s Salsa Air is our Best Business Travel Accessory, 2012

We may already have planned our exile during the London Olympics, but what (if any) benefits can the games bring to host countries?

With Club Carlson’s comprehensive and generous rewards programme, quality benefits for frequent flyers and travel buyers aren’t just a luxury; they’re part of the journey

For more than two decades its management solutions have provided the tools for travel professionals to make the right choices – CTMS Travel is our Best Travel Management Company in North America, 2012

This year sees Mexico taking lead of the G20, a move that will no doubt put it under the economic spotlight. But what are the merits of doing business south of the border? By James Essinger

Most business people still look forward to fly9ing business class when they travel abroad

For just three months of the year between January March, Quebec is host to an extraordinary structure that rises from the wintery landscape to form the winter wonderland that is the magnificent Hotel De Glace. Photography by Xavier Dachez and Luc Rousseau