Sensei Lanai, Four Seasons Resort, Koele | Photo Courtesy of Tanveer Badal Photography Hawaii’s Luxurious Mountainside Retreat Photos Courtesy of Robb Aaron Gordon Improving our health and wellbeing is a worthy goal many of us have, but then, life can have a way of putting that goal on a back burner. But what if you could indulge in a luxurious vacation and gain valuable expert insights into improving your health and wellbeing at the same time? I discovered that you can, at Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, where indulgence is an art and rejuvenation is a way of life. Set in the mountai ..read more

Interior of Dassault Flacon 10X Time drags on when you’re confined to a small seat inside a commercial aircraft. Sleep is elusive and your favorite Nicholas Cage film has only occupied 90 minutes of an overnight flight. However, for those flying privately in 2024, a trip from New York to London aboard aircraft like the Dassault Falcon 10X can feel like you’re spending the night comfortably in an exotic penthouse. Dassault Aviation is one company in a competitive field offering purpose-built aircraft ready to host custom luxury interiors. In the private aviation world, given the space restric ..read more

In the world of luxury yacht design and beyond, Winch Design stands as touchstone for design innovation, craftsmanship, elegance and steadfast attention to detail. Established by Andrew Winch in 1986, along with his wife Jane, this London-based design studio has evolved into a global force, shaping the aesthetics of superyachts, private residences and aviation interiors. Winch Design began with Andrew Winch’s passion for sailing and an innate understanding of the profound connection between design and experience. Andrew Winch brought his creative vision to life by founding the studio with the ..read more

Most people don’t know that their next favorite wine is served on cruises. It’s no secret that expectations surrounding luxury travel have been redefined throughout the past decade. No longer is luxury only about the most expensive experience with meticulous attention to detail to match, but now, rare and exclusive offerings are expected to qualify as an ultra-premium travel experience. Think bespoke itineraries that provide insider access to the most famous sites in the world like a picnic at Petra, solo tours to the Colosseum, or hot air ballooning over the Serengeti. Travelers seek luxury ..read more

In the Chinese culture, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. Considered by many to be an extraordinary creature, the dragon symbolizes power, nobility, honor, luck and success. So it’s hardly a surprise that some of the world’s leading watchmakers have created exquisite timepieces to honor this auspicious year in the Chinese zodiac calendar. How many ways can designers pay tribute to this legendary creature? Just do a little dragon hunting on these pages and you’ll truly be amazed. In addition to marveling at the meticulous craftsmanship by master enamellers and engravers, you’ll learn how they in ..read more

A couple of interesting bills have been proposed in response to corporate America being more involved in the single-family home market. These bills were proposed because affordable housing is becoming an issue nationwide and corporate America is fueling that problem. They are easily able to outbid homeowners and even regular investors. In the last ten years, there has been an increase in corporations purchasing single-family homes. This trend has been accelerated since the pandemic. I believe this was because there was such an increase in home prices that large corporations saw those investme ..read more

A hop skip from 11th-Century Windsor Castle, iconic residence to the late Queen Elizabeth II, an equally regal affair awaits you. The Fairmont Windsor Park is a luxurious countryside hotel brimming with elegance and charm, set on 40 acres of manicured grounds next door to Windsor Great Park. Wind your way up its long and twisty driveway, past the padel courts and over the quaint, fairytale bridge atop its magnificent lake, and you’ll arrive at a faux Jacobean mansion intended to make grand impressions. We are at the edge of Windsor, a market town steeped in royal history in Berkshire, Englan ..read more

There’s an incredible thrill to finding that one piece of art that perfectly fits the space you’ve been trying to fill, or the smell of those brand-new leather seats in your jet. It was all worth the search. Opening that bottle of wine you finally got your hands on, the one you’ve heard so much about, bursting with rich berries and flavorful tannins? The feeling is no different. According to the Wines Vines Analytics Winery Database, there are more than 11,600 wineries in the U.S. alone. Many of those are independent wineries who invest their resources towards making limited quantities of exc ..read more

Starkey CEO and President Brandon Sawalich Brandon Sawalich is a name synonymous with innovation and leadership in the hearing industry. As the President and CEO of Starkey, Sawalich has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s trajectory and contributing to advancements in hearing aid technology. One of the notable hearing aid products under his leadership is the Genesis AI, a revolutionary line that has redefined the way we perceive and experience hearing solutions. Sawalich’s journey in the hearing industry is rooted in a deep personal connection to the cause. Growing up with parent ..read more

Simply put, John Stewart wanted to save himself. Ultimately, this is the unifying reason we are all gathered at Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary in Thailand. Welcome to founder John Stewart’s 70th birthday fire ceremony. Guests have flown in from across the globe, flowers flowing and glowing on this auspicious occasion. Nestled on the serene shores of Koh Samui, Kamalaya stands as a haven for those seeking truth in transformation. John’s own mother, in her 90s, is seated pride of place, looking resplendent in a regal plum color. At the heart of John’s transformation lies a narrative that ..read more