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As affluent buyers around the world search for safe-haven investments, prices in several property markets continue to rise. Edward de Mallet Morgan, Associate Partner at Knight Frank, talks to Elite Traveler about the trends in the global luxury real estate market and tells us where his clients are looking to invest. With a growing number... View Article

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Philosopher, alchemist and technician in equal measure, Andoni Aduriz is one of the most exciting characters on the fine dining scene. A protégé of elBulli’s Ferran Adrià, he has been described as a “cult figure” among Europe’s young chefs for his avant-garde approach, creating dishes filled with unexpected flavors, textures and emotional twists. Here, he takes... View Article

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Porsche has unveiled its latest cars at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Sports car maker Porsche has unveiled its new Macan compact SUV at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It is the fifth model line for the manufacturer. The new 911 Turbo Cabriolet, 911 Turbo S Cabriolet, the Panamera Turbo S and Panamera Turbo S... View Article

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Which are the best restaurants for atmosphere and how do they create it? A restaurant’s atmosphere sets the stage. It’s about more than just a dining room away from home. Food takes the spotlight as guests become its audience. Factors such as music, lighting, artwork and spacing combine to create comfort, intimacy and even romance.... View Article

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More than 40 of the best international and Australian food and wine talent will come together tomorrow for the start of Margaret River Gourmet Escape, which promises to be a festival to remember. Internationally acclaimed chefs Heston Blumenthal, Rick Stein, Alex Atala and Sat Bains are leading the star-studded line-up of culinary geniuses at the... View Article

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By Drew Taylor, Style Editor From your dapper grandfather to your sports-obsessed nephew, we’ve got the perfect gift for every discerning gentleman on your list. Cole Haan Prohibition Brief Transport him back to a simpler time with Cole Haan’s cheeky Prohibition Brief, part of the label’s Jazz Age-inspired holiday collection. The sleek leather briefcase comes... View Article

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Phil Howard, head chef and co-owner of London restaurant The Square, talks to Elite Traveler. The Square has held two Michelin stars for more than 15 years. It opened 22 years ago in London’s Mayfair and head chef and co-owner Phil Howard thinks the restaurant has never been in a better position. “I’m incredibly proud... View Article

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Elite Traveler’s recent look at the luxury property market in the United States found that confidence in the value of owning real estate is increasing, as is younger consumers’ willingness to pay more for their homes. This week we caught up with some of America’s leading real estate agents to get the low down on... View Article

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Elite Traveler meets Bremont Watch Company co-founder Nick English. He explains how aviation, his father and a French farmer came together to inspire the Bremont watches that can withstand extreme conditions. Brothers Nick and Giles English founded Bremont in 2002. But they trace the company’s history back to their childhood when they learnt about mechanics... View Article

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Jaguar has revealed its new F-Type Coupé line-up at the LA Auto Show. The launch included the unveiling of the F-Type R Coupé. It comes with a 550 hp 5-liter supercharged V8 engine, has a top speed of 186mph and goes from zero to 60mph in 4.2 seconds. The F-Type Coupé and F-Type S Coupé... View Article

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John Spence, CEO and chairman of luxury holiday group Karma Royal, tells us about his favorite things. John Spence’s varied list of job titles is bewildering. He began as a music agent in the Eighties representing bands such as Bananarama, Eurythmics and Boy George’s Culture Club. Yale University recently appointed him as a visiting architecture... View Article

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Stay at a château in the French Riviera that Princess Diana and Margaret Thatcher frequented. Le Preverger, a 200-acre estate in the French Riviera that previously belonged to designer Laura Ashley and actress Jeanne Moreau, will be available for rent next April. It is the latest offering from luxury holiday company Karma Estates. The Côte... View Article

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