Practicalities

"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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High Culture, High Art: Theatre in London

"It’s no secret that London has an impressive array of theatre options. But what is available for those inclined toward luxury? Here are three of our favorite venues with high-end offerings..."

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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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Luxe and Serenity: A First-Class Trump Pairing

"It is hardly inconspicuous. The Trump International Tower is the tallest residential building in Las Vegas, and is encased in 24-carat gold glass. But there's more to it than a flashy facade..."

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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 Quest for Quieter Cabins

"Private jets have long been adorned with luxurious features, from king-sized beds to crystal chandeliers. Yet for all these fancy features, one consistent irritant is sky-high noise levels..."

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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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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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Morocco’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

A blog post for Unique Backroad Journeys, January 2014

"Morocco’s landscape's awash with ancient architectural gems. From fort to fountain, mosque to medina, almost every corner of the country is steeped in bewitching architectural history..."

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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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The Purple Passport: A Guide to the High Life

"Founded in 2010 by two intrepid New Yorkers, TPP provides bright and smart online guides – and occasional e-books – to the crème de la crème of decadent global city destinations..."

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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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Securing a Second Home in the Finger Lakes

"The Finger Lakes has always been popular with New Yorkers, as a relaxing respite from the busy city. But in recent years, affluent city folk have begun committing to longer residencies..."

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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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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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Prague’s TV Tower Airs Luxury Makeover

An article for Brummell Magazine, October 2013

"Since its completion in the early 1990s, Zizkov Television Tower has been perhaps Prague’s most conspicuous and contentious work of architecture. But now it has been reimagined...."

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Creativity Takes Flight

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"Designers specializing in this growing market are finding new ways to merge sophistication and comfort with functionality and safety, for beautiful environments 40,000 feet in the air..."

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Express Guide to Dubrovnik

A destination guide for The Express and Monarch Airlines, September 2013

“Dubrovnik's a uniquely beautiful city in a stunning natural setting. 14th century walls enclose an assembly of immaculately-preserved limestone buildings with bright terracotta roof tiles..."

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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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Star Design at Beverley Hills Interiors

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"Ron Dayan, Director of Design, is one of the most popular stars in Hollywood, with the great, the good and the famous clamoring for him to redesign and refurbish their priceless homes..."

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Express Guide to Barcelona

A destination guide for The Express and Monarch Airlines, September 2013

"Set apart from the rest of Espana by its distinctive Catalan culture, this dynamic metropolis manages to seamlessly straddle the divide between the traditional and the contemporary..."

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Fine Design at The Augustine in Prague

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"The moment the door swings open, guests are reassured they are in for a treat. Beyond the threshold lies a luxurious living room, with an iron staircase spiraling up through the ceiling..."

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Express Guide to Verona

A destination guide for The Express and Monarch Airlines, September 2013

“Ever since Shakespeare wrote Romeo and Juliet, this Northern Italian city has been etched into the world’s consciousness as a city of love. Yet Verona is often overlooked by tourists..."

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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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Splendor at Sea: A Cruise on the MS Europa 2

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"The stunning suite around me is remarkably roomy, with a generous floor space of 28 square meters split between a large bedroom-slash-living room and a rather substantial bathroom..."

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Express Guide to Rome

A destination guide for The Express and Monarch Airlines, September 2013

“The Italian capital has always been at the centre of the civilised world, first as the heart of the Roman Empire, and then as the papal seat. So it's a city chock-full of fine cultural attractions..."

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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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Thoughtful Luxury with Oliver Burns

An article for Private Air Magazine, September 2013

"The London-based interior design and architectural firm Oliver Burns has only been around for a decade, yet the high-end company's already been captivating audiences worldwide..."

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Express Guide to Palma de Mallorca

A destination guide for The Express and Monarch Airlines, September 2013

“Many visitors to Majorca will head immediately to the beach resorts. Yet its capital, Palma, is a wonderfully eclectic city that incorporates cosmopolitan vitality with a relaxed island vibe..."

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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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Ultimate Bachelor Pads Around the World

"There are many varied elements that go into making the ultimate bachelor pad, from interior design to the gadgets and gizmos. However, the top of the list should always be location..."

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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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Amsterdam Waterway Walk

An audio guided tour for Cities Talking, July 2013

“Take a seat on one of the benches directly opposite Anne Frank's House, and let me tell you a little about this brave young girl, whose thoughtful writings captured the world’s attention…”

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Repurposing London with Edo Mapelli Mozzi

"In London, real estate comes at a premium, so repurposing old buildings is a commonplace solution. Property developer Mapelli Mozzi is transforming a club into an ultra-luxury home..."

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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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Prague Castle District Walk

An audio guided tour for Cities Talking, July 2013

“Charles actually started building St. Vitus cathedral at the behest of his father John, who had, by this point, gone blind. If you think John had a peaceful death, however, you'd be wrong…”

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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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Collectible Cars At The Salon Privé

“As the summer draws to a close, many of the world’s most valuable vintage vehicles shall be making their way to London for the Salon Privé motor show, running from 4 to 6 September…”

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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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Bruges Medieval City Walk

An audio guided tour for Cities Talking, June 2013

“Burg Square symbolises the alliance of religious and civic authorities within Bruges, and it is one of the earliest-inhabited areas of the city, dating back to the second and third centuries…”

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Budapest Castle District Walk

An audio guided tour for Cities Talking, June 2013

"Welcome to the beautiful city of Budapest. Or, more specifically, Buda, as you now stand on the west bank of the river Danube. Look east, over the fine Chain Bridge, and there's Pest…”

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Blending In: Thailand’s Luxury Hotel Designs

"The sun skirts the ocean's edge. The lingering light dances upon the water's surface, from infinite sea to infinity pool, until it eventually sinks, exhausted, beyond the crystal horizon..."

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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