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When Four Seasons set about opening a lavish hotel within the landmark building Ten Trinity Square, the developers didn’t just want to create an ordinary hotel where people come and go on a nightly basis; the hotel also wanted to create a space for guests on extended stays – up to 12 months to be... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Despite being neighbors with Dubai, the Sultanate of Oman couldn’t be more different. Away from the glitz and glamour of the Middle East’s answer to Las Vegas, Oman’s resplendent natural beauty and rich culture are enticing those who want to go off the beaten... View Article

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Every year the celebrated IceHotel in Swedish Lapland, which is built amid the deep snow on the banks of the Torne River in Jukkasjärvi, exhibits an entirely new design, with artists and sculptors pouring their creativity into the carved ice suites and breath-taking sculptural halls. Now, ahead of its 29th  winter season, the hotel has... View Article

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The show-stopping ‘McLaren 600LT in Stealth Grey by MSO’, produced by bespoke division McLaren Special Operations, is set to have its global reveal on the Concept Lawn at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance this Sunday, August 26. Finished in a Stealth Grey MSO Bespoke paint, this unique car features a wide selection of upgrades from […]

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At just over 5,000 square meters, Cantabria is one of Spain’s smallest regions. With a varied landscape that covers everything from lush green parks right through to rolling mountain ranges, the area has developed a name for itself as one of the country’s most underrated food destinations. With the most Michelin stars per inhabitants in... View Article

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A new mindfulness retreat at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai and three more to try With the ever increasing focus on wellness of the mind, more spas and wellness retreats are offering mindfulness programs, combining the benefits of being in remote and idyllic surroundings with spa therapies, meditation and mindfulness tuition. Following this trend,... View Article

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The fundamentals of a good carry-on no longer end at design and storage. New smart luggage is set to do to baggage what wheels accomplished many years ago: taking the dynamics of design and functionality to new levels. From phone-charging to GPS locating, the smart option is growing increasingly popular among business travelers looking for... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. From beautiful and ornate bottles to unassuming and ancient vintages, you’re sure to find a new tipple to add to your collection. PHOTOGRAPHER Nicholas Duers STYLIST Kristen Shirley Hardy L’Été A feminine take on a bold cognac, this Lalique bottle is a truework of... View Article

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Few watch brands have pre-owned programs, which force their loyal clients to go elsewhere to acquire secondhand watches – and while there are many reputable shops, some are not as scrupulous as MB&F’s Certified Pre-Owned program. The Swiss watch brand, founded by Maximilian Büsser in 2005, recently launched its program, a dedicated part of its... View Article

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Having designed more than 190 hotels and resorts in over 30 different countries, Bill Bensley is now among the world’s most prominent architects and interior designers of luxury resorts. And this November the Bangkok-based designer and his firm is revealing what is arguably their most ambitious project yet – Shinta Mani Wild luxury tented camp,... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Vanderhall MotorWorks’ three-wheeled autocycle is vintage for the modern era. Cruising the balmy Southern California canyons, windswept and three-wheeled, the Vanderhall Venice radiates a distinct air of cool in a valley of cloudless skies. Part of that may be due to its lack of... View Article

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Spend a weekend relaxing under the stars and basking in self-reflection at Chile’s luxury Alto Atacama lodge in the Atacama Desert – known for its pristine and natural beauty – from November 26 through December 2. The retreat, called The Art of Self Discovery, is the second installment in a series of exclusive retreats from... View Article

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