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This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. One hundred and thirty years ago in Paris, René Lalique registered his hallmark—his initials and a stylized sword—and began engraving it into the unique gold jewelry he created in his workshop. The French designer quickly gained a reputation for his skill and experimental style;... View Article

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We set sail from the jetty of Fairmont Maldives on the resort’s yacht a little before sun down, cutting through the crystal clear waters of the island’s tranquil turquoise lagoon out to the waves beyond the surrounding reef. We’re not just heading offshore to see the sunset over the ocean; we’re also going in search... View Article

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One of the most exclusive Rolexs became the second most expensive in history when it sold for $5.9million at a Phillips auction in May. The 1970 white gold Cosmograph Daytona 6265, dubbed the “The Unicorn”, sold for nearly double its expected $3m at the special “Daytona Ultimatum” themed auction in Geneva. The event was curated... View Article

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What does it take to be one of the world’s buzziest hotel openings? An incredible setting, for one. Our picks span stunning beaches, remote parts of Africa, unexplored islands, prime city locations and places deep inside forests. Next, beautiful and thoughtful design that inspires and provides a strong sense of place. Local materials, art and... View Article

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If you haven’t been outside lately, it is getting toasty. Here in the Sunshine State, we are not allowed to experience Spring or Autumn. The forecast called for 94 degrees today, so it’s time to get the drop-tops ready for summer. If you have never owned a convertible, perhaps you should reward yourself with one […]

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The most popular sport in the world comes to the biggest country in the world as Russia hosts the FIFA 2018 World Cup. Kicking off on the 14th of June, this world cup promises to draw the globe’s attention to Russia and will be a month long celebration of soccer. We give a breakdown of... View Article

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By Ashley W Simpson This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. The Island of Hawaii is unlike any other. Where else can you hike into the crater of a live, molten volcano, swim with dolphins in crystal-clear waters off a black-sand beach, dine on freshly caught mahi-mahi by the ocean, and... View Article

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If you are reading this, the clock is ticking. Sunday is Mother’s day, and your usual sentimental card won’t cut it. Take a minute and consider what your mom drives. Does she get to drive like the royalty she is on a daily basis? If not, it’s time to get her something new. We compiled […]

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I remember the first time I went to a spa. I was a college student in the mid-1980s working part-time as a concierge at Marriott’s five-star five-diamond Camelback Inn Resort in Scottsdale, Arizona. The resort had just opened its first spa facility and it was gorgeous. When I was invited to receive a few spa... View Article

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The Pamplemousse au Poivre at Elixir, San Francisco 2 oz mezcal 1 oz Giffard Pamplemousse Rose (pink grapefruit) liqueur 5 oz Marie Brizard Poivre de Sichuan (Sichuan pepper) liqueur 5 oz lemon juice 1 dash grapefruit bitters Pink grapefruit peel and pink peppercorns to garnish To create this cocktail, a grapefruit-heavy mezcal sour with a... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the May/June 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. In an industry that naturally fixates on old age, it’s not often that you see something new take over. Nonetheless, Japan is coming for the whisky throne. In 1923, Torii Shinjiro built Yamazaki distillery in Shimamoto, outside Kyoto, and introduced the first Japanese whisky,... View Article

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The long wait is over. Never again will you have to leave the comfort and luxury of your Rolls-Royce to go on an adventure. Whether it’s scaling the dunes outside of Dubai, driving up a snowy and city path to a chalet in the Alps, or the facing treacherous path to the soccer field, the... View Article

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