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No one can deny the health benefits of a short ski vacation, yachting trip or a holiday lounging by the pool. But recently, a trend has been emerging for breaks focused on taking a proactive approach to improving physical and mental health. With a shift in focus from ‘beauty and pampering’ to ‘health and wellness’... View Article

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Today Girard-Perregaux announced the launch of a special edition of the Hawk Collection: The Chrono Hawk Hollywoodland. This unique timepiece highlights once again Girard-Perregaux’s passion for the cinema, and its commitment to celebrating movies. The all-new Chrono Hawk Hollywoodland takes centre stage clad in gleaming gold and black ceramic case and bezel. The watchmakers pay playful homage to Hollywood’s golden era... View Article

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Housed in Ian Schrager’s highly anticipated central London hotel, Berners Tavern has one of the grandest dining rooms you’ll find in the capital. Elite Traveler spends the evening at Michelin starred chef Jason Atherton’s latest venue and discovers the food is every bit as refined as the beautiful surroundings. It’s hard not to utter ‘wow’... View Article

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Blancpain, the world’s oldest watch brand, hosted an exclusive cocktail reception last Wednesday, October 23 in New York City to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the brand’s famous Fifty Fathoms collection. Located on the beautiful Hudson River, the event was held at Manhattan landmark The Lighthouse. The unique waterfront establishment was transformed into an underwater... View Article

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Stone & Strand, the new online fine jewelry destination, is set to host a spectacular Holiday Jewelry Showcase that will traverse the globe early next month. Starting in Philadelphia and then traveling onto Singapore, New York City and San Francisco, the showcase will feature a range of unique and one-of-a-kind jewelry in perfect time for the holidays. Featured... View Article

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From spooky stays at luxurious hotels, decadently tasty treats and devilish cocktails, we take a look at how to celebrate the scariest time of year in style. Whether you’re looking to have a haunting afternoon tea experience, sip on wickedly tasty drinks at some of the best bars in the world, or stay at a... View Article

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Men face more pressure than ever to look good. Exclusive grooming salons are answering their call by offering spa treatments that are redefining what it is to be male. Masculinity is changing – facials and manicures are becoming part of the modern man’s regime. Spas are offering treatment menus specially designed for men striving to... View Article

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Heston Blumenthal’s gifted protégé, Ashley Palmer-Watts has been in the restaurant business since he was just 13 years old, rising to the ranks of Head Chef at The Fat Duck within four years. Now heading up Dinner by Heston and executive chef for The Fat Duck Group, he talks to Elite TV’s Alanna Lawson about... View Article

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Japan has further established itself as the leading country for Michelin stars following release of the 2014 guide for the Kansai region. The addition of two new three-star restaurants in the 2014 Michelin Guide Kansai has taken Japan’s total number of top-tier establishments to 30. Traditional Japanese restaurant Kichisen went from two to three stars... View Article

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Although Halloween is traditionally more celebrated Stateside, London has upped the stakes in recent years with a rise in frightening late-night walks, ghoulish costumes and zombie-themed parties to celebrate the scariest day of the year. We take a look at the festivities taking place in the British capital to entertain adult trick-and-treaters this Halloween, including vampire-themed... View Article

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San Francisco now has more two-star restaurants than anywhere else in the US following the release of its 2014 Michelin Guide. Italian and French-inspired restaurant Quince gained an extra star to help bring the number of two-star restaurants to seven. Husband and wife Michael and Lindsay Tusk run the restaurant, which sits in the North... View Article

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  Couture millinery is having a moment. With a new focus on individuality and elegant dressing, headwear has found itself back in the spotlight, with the trend shifting away from small delicate pieces towards bolder structured designs. Here, Elite speaks with milliners Misa Harada and Sarah Cant about the recent rise of the traditional craft... View Article

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