Activities &amp; Events

"The historic UK city of Cambridge’s riches are understated - more 'old money' than ‘nouveau riche’ - but if you know where to delve, you can have a sumptuously refined weekend here..."

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A Home By the Sea: Sorrento House, Co. Dublin

"At the southeastern tip of County Dublin, a small peninsula juts out precipitously into the Irish sea. Atop a cliff at the land’s end sits a row of eight spectacular four-story Victorian houses..."

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Adventure and Luxury in Kohanaiki, Hawaii

"Hawaii is world-renowned as a beautiful and idyllic place to live. But the Big Island’s newest private residential community offers more than the standard breathtaking views. Much more..."

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Why You Should Invest in New Artists

"Canny investors are making fortunes from new interest in modern art. Three Richter paintings were bought in 2001 for $3.4 million - two recently sold for $34.2 million and $20.8 million..."

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Masterpiece London 2014: A Preview

"This June and July, one of Britain’s most prominent art, antiques, and design fairs will return. Global exhibitors shall converge on Masterpiece London 2014, in Royal Hospital Chelsea..."

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Luxury on the Emerald Isle

"Home to rolling green hills and vibrant meadows, with stately homes splashed all across the country, Ireland is a majestic, whimsical place to visit. So long as you don’t mind a little rain..."

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Battersea Power Station, Regenerated

"30 years on from its closure, the iconic Battersea Power Station is being given a new lease of life, as it's regenerated into luxurious apartments, boutique shops and public amenities..."

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The Expert Guide to Wine Investment

"Investing in wine, whether for financial profit or personal pleasure, is an intricate process. So to find out exactly how to make a smart wine investment, we spoke to four industry experts..."

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The World’s Finest Residences… in Miami

"Miami in Florida has countless new construction projects underway. There is one residential project which has (quite literally) hit new heights in luxury living. The Mansions at Acqualina..."

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Be King of Your Own Castle

"Like the thought of investing in a majestic Irish property, preserving a piece of British history, or living a romantic life in rural France? A European castle should be on your shopping list..."

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Bambi: Own a Slice of Street Art History

"Most folks know Banksy; the incognito street artist that became the talk of London. But now he has a challenge from a younger, female street artist on to the scene. Her name's Bambi..."

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Something for All Seasons in Mont-Tremblant

"Mont-Tremblant is currently hot property. And as more and more people discover the area’s divine natural beauty, it's fast becoming the place to invest in a holiday or retirement home..."

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Made in Turkey

"From the Hittite deities carved on tiles in the 18th century BC, to the arabesque floral pottery that adorned the Ottoman court, Turkey has a rich heritage that informs its newer ceramics..."

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Heading South: Investing Down Under

"From stately farms to vivacious vineyards to sparkling sea and sunshine, the Australian and New Zealand real estate markets offer a diverse and luxurious range of investment homes..."

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A Unique Decorative Arts Collection

"Collectors of Art Nouveau and Art Deco masterpieces are in for an uncommon treat, as the entire contents of Félix and Noelle Marcilhacs’ private collection will soon be put on sale..."

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Investing in Single Malt Scotch

"When it comes to alternative investments, fine wine is often hailed as a lucrative choice. But now there’s another alcoholic beverage that is skyrocketing in value for investors. Whisky..."

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St Moritz: Switzerland’s Winter Wonderland

"It all began with a wager. In September 1864, the St Moritz hotelier Johannes Badrutt bet four guests that if they returned to the town in winter, they'd enjoy it even more than in summer..."

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Investing in Croatia’s Coastline

"Tourism is already a well-developed industry, with visitors flowing in to see the Renaissance towns and the Istrian and Dalmatian coasts, so real estate investment's the natural next step..."

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London’s Secret Silver Mine

"London is potted with subterranean surprises, from cavernous wine bars to wartime bunkers. Yet of all the city’s underground revelations, the London Silver Vaults is the most decadent..."

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A Vintage Investment

"Whenever you throw a dinner party, there's always one self-professed oenophile, who sips the wine and smacks their lips, while rattling off obscure terms from Abfüllung to Zymology..."

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San Luis Obispo City Vacation Guide

A city guide for Expedia, November 2013

"The city of San Luis Obispo, situated in between San Francisco and Los Angeles, impresses visitors with its scenic setting, heritage sites, thriving arts scene and chic Californian charm..."

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A Pre-Raphaelite Love Story

“Rossetti first noticed Jane Morris, a stableman’s daughter, while attending the theatre in 1837. He would use her as the model for his new series of paintings of the enigmatic Proserpine..."

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Harrods’ Exclusive New Whisky Collection

"The palates of single malt connoisseurs will be tingling at news of the latest whisky venture at the renowned Knightsbridge retailer Harrods. It's called The Dalmore Paterson Collection.."

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NYC Pre-War Buildings Transformed

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"The Upper East Side is booming with spacious new condominiums tailor made for families and empty nesters. And the 150 East 72nd Street and 737 Park Avenue buildings are two..."

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High Bids for Old Masters

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"A selection of works, including rare specimens from the 16th and 17th centuries, were sold at Sotheby's for a total of $50.5 million – comfortably within the evening’s pre-sale estimate..."

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Tour Odéon: Dazzling New Heights in Monaco

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"Home to towering casinos and yacht-filled marinas, this tiny but picturesque principality is squeezed into under 500 acres, yet it has a strong standing in the global property market..."

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Experiencing Exclusive Resorts in Costa Rica

"I hear a rustling overhead. Tentatively, I look up into the shadowy tree canopy overhanging the cliff's edge, to discover a wrinkled pink face staring straight back. A Capuchin monkey..."

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Zermatt: A Deluxe Swiss Investment

“Skiing in winter, hiking in spring, mountain biking in summer and mushroom-picking in fall – the list of opportunities is endless at this luxury chalet set in the side of a Swiss mountain...”

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35XV: Sharp and Sleek High-Rise Living

"35XV is a sexy, new 55-unit condominium building that promises to become not a landmark, but a ‘skymark,’ with an angular construction reminiscent of a fashion model’s cheekbones..."

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Own A Piece of America’s Equestrian World

"If you're a horse lover, you already know the prestigious Two Trees Farm in Bridgehampton. And now an ideal opportunity to own this world-class horsing facility has become available..."

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Finding the Perfect Trophy Home

"Whether it’s a private mansion encompassing miles of shoreline, a historic manor surrounded by emerald lawns and green forests, or an ultra-chic metropolitan pad at the heart of things..."

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Scotland’s Idyllic Isles

“Chilly, rain-soaked, barren: the islands off Scotland's western coast conjure up an eccentric vision of paradise. But two tiny Caledonian isles have been catching the eyes of investors..."

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Investment in Iceland: Are the Doors Open?

"A barren, windy corner of northeastern Iceland may not sound like prime real estate, but for Huang Nubo, it is the glittering prize at the end of a very long, costly and fraught campaign..."

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The World’s Most Secluded Island Retreats

"Sometimes luxury can seem so much more divine when you are hundreds of thousands of kilometres from everyday life, secreted among one of the planet’s most secluded islands..."

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Estates Showcase: Sandy Cay, Bahamas

"Imagine warm, gentle breezes, unreserved privacy and swaying palms. Nothing says luxury like a private Caribbean isle cloaked in tropical forest and surrounded by turquoise water..."

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Where Luxury Meets the Barrier Reef