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Set to open this December, Hamburg’s new luxury hotel, The Fontenay, is making waves with its bold contemporary design and idyllic lakeside location. Now the hotel has revealed its efforts in paying homage to the city it’s in by collaborating with a series of local partners and placing the focus on products made in Hamburg.... View Article

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Private jet provider Alerion Aviation facilitates an exceptional level of travel in all corners of the world, while striving to keep ahead of the latest innovations and changing expectations. The company’s CEO Bob Seidel talks to us about the evolution of private aviation and what trends we can expect to see going forward. How do... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Hidden in an undiscovered part of the Caribbean off the coast of Nicaragua lies Calala Island, the picture-perfect setting for this unique journey. Fly to Nicaragua on an Embraer Legacy private jet, then soar over to the island in a Bell helicopter—the only time... View Article

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Boundless beaches, energetic nightlife and dynamic art scene aside, Miami is a dining destination. Just minutes away in Sunny Isles Beach, Acqualina Resort & Spa has launched a collection of Acqua Experiences affording guests exclusive access to the city’s vibrant culinary culture. Available only through the resort, Acqua Experiences now offers an array of food-centric itineraries... View Article

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The fashion world knows Oscar de la Renta for his iconic designs, but in his native Dominican Republic, his legacy is also carried on through a luxury hotel. Tortuga Bay at Puntacana Resort & Club, the only hotel Oscar de la Renta designed, has just reopened following a four-month renovation. Together with wife Annette and... View Article

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Harnessing over 20 years of experience, Ski Verbier Exclusive provides exceptional stays in the Swiss mountain town based around its 17 luxurious chalets. The only luxury operator specializing in Verbier, the company’s knowledge of the region is hard to beat with the added appeal of exceptional food and attentive service. Now the Verbier specialist is... View Article

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London’s five-star hotel Sheraton Grand London Park Lane has long been making guests happy through its luxurious amenities and attentive service, but now the hotel is bringing science into the equation. By partnering with the behavioral scientist and psychologist Patrick Fagan, the hotel has created London’s first Five Senses Suite, a hotel suite that’s designed... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Even on vacation we struggle to unglue ourselves from smart devices and connect with our surroundings. Resorts now offer digital detoxes and phone-free dinners, but Brown + Hudson’s latest package, The Great Game, goes against the trend by using bespoke apps, computer games, augmented... View Article

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Iconic timepieces are more than just their complications. Behind the manufacturer and model is the man who wore the watch and the story that they tell together. In his debut book, A Man and His Watch: Iconic Watches and Stories from the Men Who Wore Them, New York-based writer Matt Hranek explores the link between... View Article

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From the mystical Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range, the Mexican Huichol culture developed an approach to wellness focusing on the power of nature, sleep and laughter. These ancient healing techniques are embraced by the quaint fishing village of Punta Mita, where Apuane Spa at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita México melds tradition with innovation to create a... View Article

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The Maldives based Crown & Champa Resorts group has announced the upcoming opening of the latest addition to its collection. Kudadoo Private Island by Hurawalhi will begin welcoming visitors to its shores early 2018, and is predicted to be among the most exciting openings in the archipelago in the coming year. Designed by the internationally... View Article

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Wolf’s Nose at The Gin Bar, Rosewood London 1.5 oz East London Aged gin 2/3 oz stout 1/2 oz Kümmel liqueur 1/2 oz Perique liqueur 3 drops Redeye Mile bitters To create this cocktail of the week, smoke a goblet glass with wood and coffee beans. Shake East London Aged gin, stout, Kümmel liqueur, Perique liqueur and... View Article

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