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If you’re looking for an adults-only, all-inclusive escape in Mexico, Le Blanc Spa Resort could be for you. The AAA Five Diamond property, nestled in a secluded enclave between the Nichupte Lagoon and the glistening Caribbean Sea in Cancun, Mexico, is an extraordinary resort where luxury reaches its pinnacle and service is simultaneously warm, genuine... View Article

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It may be frosty outside, but with a brand new year upon us, the social calendars of the global elite are already starting to heat up. That’s why we asked Europe’s most exclusive concierge club, Knightsbridge Circle, what their members are doing in the first half of 2014. Based in the heart of West London,... View Article

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The UK publication Spear’s Magazine, in association with leading wealth consultancy company WealthInsight, has revealed the largest billionaire charity pledges of 2013. Leading the charity charge last year were American billionaires John Arnold and Stephen Ross, each pledging an impressive $4 billion of their wealth as part of Bill Gates’ and Warren Buffet’s Giving Pledge. The pledge is... View Article

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Some of the newest luxury yachts in the world will take center stage at the London Boat Show from tomorrow, including the Princess V48 and the Fairline Targa 48 GT, which will make their debut at the event. Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, the London Boat Show will showcase boats of every size, shape... View Article

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The evolution of the diver’s watch will continue at Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) 2014, when Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen will unveil its 2014 Aquatimer collection. The collection comes with inspired technical features, even more in-house calibres and a patented IWC bracelet quick-change system. For the first time ever, a haute horlogerie complication in... View Article

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For meat lovers, there is nothing more satisfying than savoring a perfect steak. With the help of our fine dining expert Andy Hayler, we take steak connoisseurs on a journey of the world’s best steakhouses — starting in the US, before heading to Argentina, passing through the UK and Italy, and ending our culinary trip... View Article

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One of the most varied destinations in the world, Mexico caters to vacationers like no other. From superb golfing to spectacular marinas and unique adventure opportunities, the only real limitation on the elite traveler is time. With more 5 Diamond Resorts than Canada, Hawaii, The Caribbean and the rest of Latin America combined, in Mexico... View Article

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Situated at the southernmost tip of the Baja Peninsula and home to Mexico’s most top-shelf golf offerings, Los Cabos has established itself as a coveted, world-class golf getaway over the past two decades; and now with the announcement of three new courses on the horizon it continues its rise above the rest. Boasting nearly a... View Article

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An exclusive mansion located a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace, London, looks set to become the most expensive property sold in 2014. The $380 million Grade I-listed home, in St James’s, is one of ten properties predicted to top home sales next year, according to research carried out by wealth management magazine Spear’s and wealth... View Article

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Executive Chef at The Connaught, Hélène Darroze has come a long way since she started working for the legendary Alain Ducasse back in the early nineties. With restaurants in London, Paris and Moscow, multpiple Michelin stars and a recent admission into the French Legion of Honour, she says that – as a fourth generation chef – cooking... View Article

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Pre-released at Baselworld 2013, the Breguet Classique tourbillon extra-thin automatic has made a return to the center-stage in a regal platinum façade. As beautiful as it is ingenious, this exceptionally extra-thin watch is accentuated by one of the most spectacular horological inventions – the tourbillon. It is distinguished by an off-center tourbillon with a carriage... View Article

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What would be your perfect gift this Yuletide? A Cartier ring, a skiing trip to Val d’Isere or perhaps a quick jet flight over to the Maldives? Elite’s Alanna Lawson took to the streets of Kensington to find out what was highest on West Londoners’ wishlists and found a little inspiration in the process.

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