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This story originally appeared in the September/October 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Sports yachts pack serious punch. They’re built with performance and speed in mind, and are ideal for those looking to zip around the Riviera or Caribbean—fast. But if you’re torn between a super-speedy vessel and a larger yacht on which you can host parties,... View Article

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The fundamentals of a good carry-on no longer end at design and storage. New smart luggage is set to do to baggage what wheels accomplished many years ago: taking the dynamics of design and functionality to new levels. From phone-charging to GPS locating, the smart option is growing increasingly popular among business travelers looking for... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Vanderhall MotorWorks’ three-wheeled autocycle is vintage for the modern era. Cruising the balmy Southern California canyons, windswept and three-wheeled, the Vanderhall Venice radiates a distinct air of cool in a valley of cloudless skies. Part of that may be due to its lack of... View Article

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Following the damage caused on St. Barth by Hurricane Irma and subsequent efforts to bring the island back to its former state, Magellan Jets and luxury villa specialist St. Barth Properties have come together to welcome guests back to the island with the ultra-luxury St. Barth Jetaway package. The private jet provider, which is marking... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. If you have never been on a cruise, now is the time to go. Companies have listened to what passengers want and have thrown conventional cruising out the window. Gone are the days of reserved tables with uninspired cuisine, the famous baked Alaska for... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. The promise of long, languid summer days spent moseying around St Barths or in the Hamptons warrants a vehicle that enables such leisure. With a top speed of 25 mph, the eMoke—the electric version of the classic beach buggy whose fans included Brigitte Bardot,... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. If you have ever wondered if your jet is efficient enough, or if you are overspending on fuel or maintenance, you’re not alone. Now, Portside is entering the market, billing itself as a CFO for your aircraft and offering a data-driven solution. Its sophisticated... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Morgan Motor Company’s Plus 8 50th Anniversary Special Edition celebrates its final naturally aspirated V-8. Ponder the simple pleasure of an open-cockpit V-8, when the weather is hot and you can hear the roar of the naturally aspirated engine. Now, picture yourself, top down,... View Article

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From first meeting to first sail, the process of buying a yacht can be a lengthy and arduous affair. Between having to make decisions on everything from hull size to cutlery design, there are logistical conundrums like number of crew and where to berth that have to be considered. But nothing quite comes close to... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2018 issue of Elite Traveler. Aqua Expeditions, Peru Interiors likened to those of a five-star hotel, but with an unmistakable explorer feel, and a one-to-one staff-to-passenger ratio make cruising along the Peruvian Amazon feel even more special. Aboard Aria Amazon, famed chef Pedro Miguel Schiaffino presents refined cuisine to... View Article

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Each year, the automobile industry attempts to further seduce motorists and their passengers with new daily drivers, weekend-getaway cars and pure-indulgence purchases. Suggesting more than just speed or social status, one’s vehicle, or collection of vehicles, gives a glimpse into each of our lives. Analyzing the luxury automobile market, from the technologically dazzling to the... View Article

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Elite Traveler speaks to interior designer James White, of luxury interiors brand March & White, about what’s making superyachts propel forward in 2018. Superyachts are changing. Sales in vessels over 98 ft increased by 25 per cent last year, bringing totals back to pre-2008 heights. Designs are getting more ambitious too: Boat International’s World Superyacht... View Article

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