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L.A. SLS Hotel Flies Over To Miami With A Little Help Of Lenny Kravitz and Philippe Strack
I want to get away… I want to fly away… Miami, you won’t want to fly anywhere after you heard what sex-symbol-musician Lenny Kravitz has rolled up his sleeves. Our Miami native is teaming up with legendary hotel designer Philippe Starck, to embark on the long-awaited SLS hotel come spring 2012 to South Beach at 17th and Collins Avenue.
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Hautels: Andaz Shanghai Opening Soon
Earlier this year, Hyatt announced exciting plans for expansion of its modern boutique hotel brand, Andaz, to Shanghai, China. Opening was set for summer. It's halfway through the summer season and Andaz has yet to open, but keep on the lookout as it's set to open any day now! The opening in the Xintiandi region of Shanghai marks the first Andaz in Asia. Xintiandi is an entertainment area in the heart of downtown Shanghai and a short walk to the Metro and the prestigious Huai Hai Zhong Road, one of the city's premier shopping areas, known worldwide as the shopper's paradise.
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5 Minutes with: Charlie Birkett, CEO of The Yacht Company
While many of us find ourselves prepping for an escape this summer, it’s important to know all our options when booking a vacation. While there is always the idea of a plane, a train, and perhaps an automobile, I think it’s time we shine a light on yachts. Where else would you get a better […]
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Regina Arriola’s Travel Diary: A Day With Britain’s Best Dressed Man
Matthew Zorpas, voted the best dressed man in Britain, is a master in public relations. This week in London, I had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with him about the world of PR and advertising and their important role in the fashion industry.
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Haute Summer Travel Essentials
If you know anything about Haute Living, you know we settle for nothing but the best, the luxe, and the downright phenomenal. What better way to kick off summer than a guide to the hautest travel essentials. Let’s start with the flight. If you find yourself prepping for a plane ride, whether its private or […]
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Prada Hits the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to Lackluster Response
Prada hit the Hong Kong stock market today and, while the Asian luxury consumer market has no problem shelling out the bucks for the Italian brand's coveted goods, there are concerns that Prada’s stock is overpriced. While the firm had said previously that the stock price may rise as high as HK$48, the company sold 423.2 million shares at HK$39.50 ($5) to raise a total of $2.13 billion – less than was expected.
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Haute Travel: Thailand for Two!
If you watch the ABC hit show, The Bachelorette, you know that falling in love in those surroundings is not your average fairy tale, unless you're dating a prince or have a camera crew in your posse. Hence, here's an experience to prove it's caliber, for us commoners — in Thailand!
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Haute Summer: Cocktails poolside. Yes, please!
If you haven't noticed, summer has officially arrived. Well, not officially really (June 21st for all you technical people.) In any case, what's more haute than a cocktail by the pool? Um, how about a cocktail with an endless amount of options?
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Woman About Town: Wyoming Realtor Carol Linton
Wyoming Realtor Carol Linton shares her wealth of knowledge on the beauty and excitement in Wyoming as well as "Exceptional service, extraordinary properties"
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Singapore’s Mega-Integrated Resort Marina Bay Sands to Open Two Super-Luxe Nightclubs
Marina Bay Sands Singapore resembles an intergalactic space station with Vegas envy. It’s no surprise that the super-integrated high-end resort, which is a cornucopia of visual stimulation bearing outrageous architecture and high-tech features, was created by Las Vegas Sands (yes, the same developers of the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas which was demolished to erect The Venetian).
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Haute Hotel: London’s Most High-Tech Hotel To Open
Striking though it is, it’s easy to think you’ve arrived at the wrong hotel as you make your way up towards the late Georgian townhouse on the picturesque and historical Eccleston Square.
Yet on entering, where you may expect to see staid furnishings and Victorian decorations, you’ll find smooth monochrome tiles, decadent black crystal chandeliers, and the sleek setting for London’s most high-tech hotel.
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Luxury Ski Accessories From Ettinger of London
This week, the third week in January, is reported to be the most depressing of the year. Still, with the ski season in full swing and winter sports providing something to cheer about before spring arrives, there’s no better time to book yourself a weekend on the slopes.
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The World’s Most Expensive All Inclusive Holiday
For all those who associate package holidays with bland buffets, cringe-worthy entertainment and a Piña Colada by the pool, Barradoro, priced at £125,000 per person for a seven-night trip, is set to blow away any preconceptions about the all-inclusive.
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New York Hautels
A look at a few of New York's most boast-worthy hotels: The Surrey, Soho Grand, Hotel Plaza Athenee. and Trump International Hotel & Tower