Celebrity Life

By Kate Springer This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Evolved from a sleepy fishing village, Hong Kong is now a commercial and culinary mecca. In the western district of Central and Sheung Wan, hilly lanes are peppered with polished restaurants and trendy cafes, while southern Wong Chuk Hang has become... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Following a three-year journey as the Aman Group CEO in which he was instrumental in diversifying the group from resorts to urban concepts, Olivier Jolivet recently joined COMO Holdings. Hailing from the French Alps and based in Singapore, Jolivet is now embarking on his new role with the celebrated brand. Up until... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Among the most prestigious events to take place each year, Monaco Yacht Show is considered the pinnacle of luxury, benefiting from the recognition of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco since 1991 and bringing yacht enthusiasts from around the world to revel in the glamour of Monaco. Returning in... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro Often visited for its scintillating nightlife and extravagant pool parties, Miami may not be the first city that comes to mind for relaxation. But with lengths of white sand stretching alongside the blue Atlantic, a private cabana on the beach is the ideal way to unwind in this Florida hot spot. Don’t... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill “People are engaging with fine tea like they once did a couple of hundred years ago and the way we do with fine wine,” Jameel Lalani, founder of fine tea purveyor Lalani & Co enthuses. We’re in Thomas’s Café at Burberry London where dishes on the menu are paired with Lalani... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro Escape to the heart of the Mexican jungle for this week’s tropical spa experience. Among the natural lagoons and canopy of trees once home to the ancient Mayans, Willow Stream Spa at Fairmont Mayakoba overlooks the surrounding mangrove forest and rejuvenates with treatments inspired by organic elements of Mexico. With a name... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill On arriving at Mei Ume in the recently opened Four Seasons London at Ten Trinity Square, the space immediately leaves an impression, exhibiting both architectural grandeur and accomplished contemporary design reflecting the restaurant’s Asian influence. Taking its name from the Chinese and Japanese terms for plum blossom, Mei Ume brings the... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro Kubu Mojito at Ayana Resort & Spa 1.5 oz rum 2 tsp brown sugar 4 lime wedges 1.5 oz lemon juice 1 oz kaffir lime leaves lemongrass syrup crushed ice To create this cocktail of the week, mix all ingredients, stir and top with crushed ice. Garnish with lemongrass stick and five... View Article

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Accomplished architectural design, internationally renowned wellness experts and some of the world’s most celebrated beauty brands come together in each of London’s top luxury spas. We take a look at five of the best spas in London. The Lanesborough Club & Spa Launched in March 2017 at the prestigious Lanesborough hotel, this members’ health club... View Article

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By Kristen Shirley This story originally appeared in the September/October 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. One of our favorite travel companies, Black Tomato, has created a series of exclusive experiences using custom-designed temporary structures in some of the world’s most remote locations, such as the Gobi Desert, glaciers in Iceland and areas deep inside tropical jungles. Upon... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro While it’s still prime season to tee off in California, golfers now have a new retreat after a day spent on the links. Only steps from the first tee at Pebble Beach Golf Links, The Lodge has unveiled a new guest experience at Fairway One. Overlooking the sprawling green of Pebble Beach... View Article

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By Becca Hensley This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Some call it a more soulful Mexico. Infused with a preponderance of Mayan culture and steeped in history, the Yucatán’s Caribbean mingles tropical hues and flora with Mexican high style. Flowing south from Cancún to Tulum, the beach district called Riviera... View Article

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