Celebrity Life

As the interior designer and associate of Gensler, Florent Duperrin, prepares to take his place on the judging panel of the European Hospitality Awards 2017, we find out about the part he has played in high profile projects in London and the Middle East, his design philosophy and the key to successful hotel design. What... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. Combining his passion for the oceans and diamonds, Benguela Diamonds’ Wynand Hendrikse creates the world’s first underwater diamond safari. Perfect for the adventurous jewelry collector, this day trip allows the opportunity to personally dive for gems and to create a custom piece of jewelry... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill As the CEO of the soon to be unveiled newly-renovated Adare Manor in Count Limerick, Ireland, the attention is undoubtedly on the work of Colm Hannon. But this isn’t the first time he’s been at the heart of a place that’s thrown into the spotlight, having also been the CEO of... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill Akelarre is already a name associated with gastronomy, owing to the accomplished cuisine of this restaurant in San Sebastian. Having first opened in the 1970s and since earned three Michelin stars under the expertise of chef Pedro Subijana, Akelarre is considered one of the world’s great fine dining venues. Now, Akelarre... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill With the greatly anticipated opening of Nobu Hotel Shoreditch taking place at the beginning of July, we went along to see inside the new luxury hotel ourselves. Located on Willow Street at the heart of this dynamic East London neighborhood, the hotel provides a tranquil retreat from the buzz of the... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill To mark a new partnership with Krug Champagne, Shangri-La Hotel Tokyo has created the exclusive Krug Suite experience, providing guests with the ultimate luxury stay in the heart of Tokyo. Up until 29 December 2017, guests will have the opportunity to stay in the hotel’s luxurious Presidential Suite where they’ll be... View Article

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This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. From working at McDonald’s to establishing a globally respected brand, the founder and owner of Nikki Beach Worldwide shares his business ethos and explains how facing adversity has changed his life. Adversity, hardship,misfortune and difficulty — I stepped into it all at birth. As... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro Cinque Stelle at Montage Laguna Beach 1.5 oz The Balvenie 40   1 oz Disaronno Riserva Amaretto To create this cocktail of the week, place a hand-chipped large cube of ice in a cut crystal double rocks glass. Add measured liquors and stir gently. For a taste of Laguna Beach luxury this... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill The bespoke travel outfitter Natural World Safaris is known for its adventurous itineraries that give you access to some of the world’s most wild and remote places, but this is taking that idea even further. By flying down from Cape Town, you can now experience Antarctica on a one-day trip, making... View Article

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By Olivia Cuccaro At Elite Traveler, we find that the best dining experiences involve at least a little champagne. Partnering with the prestigious house of Dom Pérignon, St. Regis Princeville is bringing the ultimate champagne dinner to Hawaii in a new private dining experience this summer. The most exclusive offering from St. Regis Princeville, the... View Article

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By Tenley Satre Spa Montage is set in a picture-perfect Southern setting along the May River in Palmetto Bluff, South Carolina. Surrounded by tranquil waterways and towering oaks trees draped in Spanish moss, the natural beauty instantly creates a feeling of calm, which extends into Spa Montage. A soothing palette of coastal colors and antique pine... View Article

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By Lauren Jade Hill This story originally appeared in the July/August 2017 issue of Elite Traveler. While Saint-Tropez had long attracted artists, it was here amid the rolling countryside, golden beaches and vineyards of the Côte d’Azur that Brigitte Bardot became a star in the 1956 movie And God Created Woman, spurring the fishing village’s transformation... View Article

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