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    SAN FRANCISCO: CLIFT HOTEL

      LEAVE YOUR HEART IN SAN FRANCISCO The CLIFT is a centrally located historic boutique hotel in the heart of San Francisco. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, this Philippe Starck designed accommodation, is a singular experience and a cornerstone of this beloved city. The soaring lobby features one of the most eclectic furniture collections in all of California, including chairs from Ray and Charles Eames, a coffee table by Salvador Dali, and a surreal stool inspired by René Magritte.   The color palette that Starck used was a vision created from the city itself. The soft lavender tone…

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    SIPPING ON STARS: CHAMPAGNE, PROSECCO & CAVA

    It’s the summer season and when celebrations abound there’s only one way to revel in the blessings of your year and that is with a cup that runneth over. Though all sparkling wines are not created equal there is an abundance of choices for those looking for something special. Here is an elegant summary of those beautifully bottled bubbles.  What is the difference between champagne, prosecco, and cava? Nearly all quality sparkling wines are made using one of two methods: bottle-fermented and tank method. In both cases, the dissolved carbon dioxide that makes wine fizzy is a by-product of…

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    CANNES YACHTING FESTIVAL: AZIMUT S6

    Azimut Yachts will be unveiling the world premiere of their highly anticipated Azimut S6 at the next Cannes Yachting Festival in September. Their copious use of carbon in the construction represents the shipyard’s pioneering research and development. The combination of Carbon Tech and a propulsion system with three Volvo Penta IPS pods puts the yacht at the forefront of technology in its category, with the ability to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency combined with peerless handling and silent running. The little sister of the S7, the S6 is a true coupé with sporty DNA that is ready to leave its mark in the history of…

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    Veuve Clicquot Rosé 200th Anniversary

    This year, in celebration of the 200th anniversary of Madame Clicquot innovating and re-creating the rosé champagne of the time, with their beautiful rendition of her original vision.   The secret was –  and still is! – in the blend Rosé champagne allows you a special way to enjoy the full spectrum of flavors and nuances between the complexities of red and white grapes, no longer segregated in different bottles, only to find that they play quite well together. The sweet and unique tones of bubbled blushed pink sparkle lightly on the palette and it is so easy to see why…

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    PREVIEW: DESIGN/MIAMI BASEL

    This week one of the most prestigious and important art events will be taking place at the DESIGN/MIAMI BASEL exhibition, June 12-17 in Basel Switzerland. Here is a preview of some of the most eye-catching and poignant pieces on display. TO LEARN MORE VISIT: DESIGN MIAMI/BASEL Featured Image: Gate 5 Gallery special commission for Design Miami/Basel: ‘Mandala’ by Johanna Grawunder Photo Credits: Nilufar, Hostler Burrows, Demisch Danant, Ammann Gallery, Guistini Stagetti, Cristina Grajales Gallery, Gate 5 Gallery SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MAILING LIST FOR MORE LUXURY TODAY!  YOU WOULD ALSO ENJOY NEW YORK PALACE HOTEL                 …

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    THE MAN BEHIND THE COVER

    Bridging the gap between Chinese clients and US talents in the world of fashion. We’ve all seen the glossy magazine covers and spreads with luscious, whimsical tableaus filled with shockingly beautiful models who seemingly live a charmed and perfectly lit life. Though we secretly hope it will happen to us one day, we know reality rarely comes so saturated and bronzed. So, who is the mastermind behind all these candy colored works of art? Much like in music you find the composer, the silent musician, whose passion and precision guides the whole orchestra, in photography his counterpart is the producer.…

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    TRAVEL: BAROS DREAMS

    It’s Not A Mirage, It’s The Maldives Have you ever dreamed of racing a pod of dolphins in your personal sailboat somewhere off in the Indian Ocean? Maybe after a few competitive rounds you shimmy into your diving suit and with a deft roll off of the boat’s hull you splash into the blue waters that are the perfect shade of heaven, the air bubbles fizz and rise up around you like you just jumped into a glass of champagne as you swim lower into the sea in search of the legendary botanical gardens of the undersea variety. Coral reefs…

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    FRAUSCHER YACHTS: 858 FANTOM AIR

    Frauscher Yachts are catching some air this spring as they celebrate their 90th anniversary with a light, easy breezy day cruiser. The 8.6 metre motor yacht combines the premium design and top-class handling characteristics of the previous closed model – the legendary Frauscher 858 Fantom – with an even more spacious design and additional first-class details now found in their 858 FANTOM AIR.   “With the Frauscher 858 Fantom Air we hope to continue the success of the 686 Lido, the 747 Mirage Air and the 1017 Lido – all yachts with a centred exposed helm – of which we…

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    HARRY WINSTON: OPUS IN RETROGRADE

    HARRY WINSTON IS A ROCK STAR Getting your kicks on Route 66 in a cool classic car, top down, sun out, and The Beach Boys serenading your expedition with some good vibrations; Harry Winston’s OPUS 14 evokes the iconic Americana experience. For the collector with an eye for vintage cars, timeless refinement and a sophisticated playfulness, the jewelry maison joined forces Franck Orny and Johnny Girardin, two visionary watchmakers, for the fourteenth chapter of their totally unique and always highly anticipated OPUS series. The rock ‘n roll soul of the OPUS 14 is found in the groundbreaking miniaturization of the…

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    RESTAURANT: NERAI

    Haute Greek cuisine seasoned with traditional hospitality. Any time you need to escape the New York de rigueur for a quick trip to the Mediterranean Isles Nerai should be your first stop. The light and airy ambiance and sparkling bright flavors transports you in seconds. A modern take on your grandmother’s classics thanks to the extensive knowledge of executive chef Chris Christou. Start with a Meze platter, then dine on a whole Lavraki European Sea Bass and Spanakopita, and for dessert choose a delicious and comforting Lavender Mousse. You’ll be feeling the sea breeze come in off of the endless…