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Many more superyacht owners will soon be able to explore the waves below them after Triton Submarines revealed a new submersible compact enough to be carried on the majority of luxury vessels. The Triton 1000/2 MKII is a two-person vessel capable of reaching depths of 1,000ft. Weighing no more than 6,620lbs and standing just 5.6ft... View Article

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Fairlawns is tucked into a lush pocket of greenery in the Morningside suburb bordering affluent Sandton. A transformation of this garden-enclosed hotel’s wellness space now means Fairlawns has the largest spa sanctuary in all of Johannesburg. These sprawling spa facilities, which came to completion at the end of last year, add to the hotel’s stand-out... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. Photographer Nicholas Duers Stylist Kristen Shirley Green Light From watches to shoes, shades of green are this season’s “it” color. Clockwise: Lotuff Triumph leather briefcase, $1,200, lotuffleather.com; Santoni leather shoes, $1,300, santonishoes.com; Piaget Altiplano watch in 18K yellow gold, $25,200, Piaget in New York,... View Article

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Need a last-minute plan this weekend? You’re in luck. The Point, a Relais & Châteaux property on Saranac Lake in Upstate New York (and a regular in Elite Traveler’s Top 100 Hotels) is hosting an exclusive tasting for bourbon aficionados this weekend March 1 to 3 with sought-after bourbon brand, Pappy Van Winkle. If you haven’t been to this glorious... View Article

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The luxurious hideaway, Lizard Island resort, in Australia has just announced plans for its latest reef expeditions. These small-group trips promise access to normally unseen areas around the island and exclusive areas of the Great Barrier Reef. Over four days, exploration of Unesco World Heritage listed reef is paired with gastronomy, fine wines and a... View Article

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It is almost March, and we have already have news you need to know. Our intention is to revisit this post throughout to note the changes made by exotic automakers. Here are our 2019 exotic car industry updates, so tell us what they mean to you in the comments below. Transmission Tribulation BMW has made […]

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This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. In its Atelier d’Arts in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, Jaquet Droz’s artisans preserve and promote ancient decoration techniques, including the very rare paillonnée enameling. Despite being revered in the 18th century, including by Pierre Jaquet-Droz himself, the technique nearly disappeared in the 20th century. The... View Article

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The Dubai International Boat Show got off to a striking start on Tuesday as Oceanco unveiled its new project, the Esquel yacht. The 345ft (105m) superyacht will be powered by a state-of-the-art compact diesel-electric system and be capable of traveling to the most remote places on the planet, including Antarctica, the North Pole and everywhere... View Article

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The Italian-inspired hotel, Reverie Saigon, in Ho Chi Minh City is now taking to the water with the launch of a 60-ft private yacht. This means you’ll be able to explore this city and its verdant surroundings through a series of curated yacht journeys along the Saigon River. The Monte Carlo 6 yacht, The Reverie,... View Article

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Style appears to be as important as substance at Mezemiso, a Japanese-Lebanese fusion and London’s newest luxury rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant. The experience begins as soon as you step inside the glass elevator at the Crowne Plaza Albert Embankment. In a flash, it whisks guests from the lobby to the 14th floor, offering panoramic... View Article

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The seventh annual philanthropic event “One Night for One Drop” will see a selection of exclusive items and once-in-a-lifetime experiences auctioned in the name of a very good cause. Originally conceived by Cirque du Soleil founder, Guy Laliberté, the exclusive event will be held at the “O” Theater at Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on... View Article

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By Susannah Rigg This story originally appeared in the January/February 2019 issue of Elite Traveler. The gated community of Punta Mita, found in the Bay of Banderas in Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit, is one of Mexico’s most exclusive and luxurious vacation destinations. World-class hotels and villas, upscale restaurants, cutting-edge spas and two Jack Nicklaus signature golf courses... View Article

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