FEATURES
BEST SUITES OF TORONTO
BY SAHAR KHAN
As celebs flock in for September’s international film fest, Toronto plays the disarming host with refined retreats, soothing sanctuaries, and party pads—many of them brand new.
PUERTO RICO’S TOP SUITES
BY TOVA SYROWICZ
From big to boutique, city to sand, Puerto Rico’s hotels rival the best of the Caribbean, their star accommodations a testimony to the island’s luxe revival.
14 DAYS IN SOUTH AFRICA
BY LARRY OLMSTED
Three years after FIFA brought South Africa into the global limelight, you owe yourself a proper visit; from vineyards to beach to golf to safari, get a feel for the country’s incredible diversity and luxury on a two-week, tailor-made tour.
HIGH LIFE
NEWS & PREVIEWS
The latest updates in luxury travel, services and style, plus Glitterati on the Go, Posh Pets in Tow, Confidante, Private Dining and a
special shopping section.
ELITE ACCESS
Your guide to the season’s most exclusive events around the world, from the Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival in BVI to New York’s Tribeca Film Festival.
FLASH
Elite Traveler is on the scene at Jacob & Co.’s most recent launch at Monte-Carlo’s Hôtel de Paris, Beverly Hills’ Concours d’Elegance, and beyond.
HIGH STYLE
LIMITED TIME
BY ELIZABETH DOERR
A French spirit imbues the novel watchmaking at L.Leroy and Julien Coudray 1518, where masters of eras past inspire modern-day magic.
HOROLOGY
BY JULIEN SCHAERER
Our auction expert parses the historic and technical heft of three remarkable, one-of-a-kind creations on offer at September’s charitable Only Watch auction.
WATCH TRENDS
BY JESSICA MICHAULT
Ten storied houses debut decidedly distinct renditions, from sparkling to sporty, of the whimsical minute repeater complication.
COLLECTING JEWELRY
BY DREW TAYLOR
With pearl-laden pieces from premier high jewelry houses on exhibit, London’s V&A highlights the enduring appeal of the sea’s most precious gem.
GEMS & JEWELS
BY DREW TAYLOR
Shimmering yellow gold pendants capture not only the eye, but also the magic of fall.
ACCESSORIES
BY DREW TAYLOR
The season’s softest furs tame her wild side, while he takes on the outdoors in dapper hunting duds.
RUNWAY REPORT
BY JESSICA MICHAULT
Womenswear borrows classic fabrics from the boys, who have their eyes on textiles more futuristic; plus party wear, pop star pants, and an all-American capsule collection.
FASHION
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ADAM FRANZINO
STYLING BY RONALD BURTON
Toying with glamour, longing, and ennui, the dark side of chic exposes the depths of the leading lady’s psyche.
DEPARTMENTS
FINANCE
BY RUSS ALAN PRINCE
A smart combo of charitable lead trusts and private placement life insurance might be the best way to safeguard your recent windfall.
JET FOCUS
BY MIKE ESPINDLE
Pilatus repackages the rugged versatility of its legend PC-12 turboprop in a twin-engine bizjet with greater style, speed, and reach.
AT SEA
BY MIKE ESPINDLE
Set sail for distant and enthralling lands, like pristine Polynesia and the mystical Middle East, on one of these luxe yachts, tricked out to deliver the pleasures of home while enhancing the charm of the sea.
TEST DRIVE
BY MIKE ESPINDLE
Aston Martin’s Rapide S handles so well, you’ll forget it has four doors—until you need the extra space, that is; plus extra power-and-practicality pairings from Mercedes-Benz and Lexus.
PURE DECADENCE
BY TOVA SYROWICZ
Swoon for Verona’s ancient-meets-modern Palazzo Victoria—from the family behind Tuscan masterpiece Il Salviatino—and its all-new, four-bedroom presidential.
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