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McLaren Special Operations delivers “Fux Fuchsia” 720S at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

A one of a kind McLaren 720S finished in Fux Fuchsia made its debut at the 67th annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance during famed Monterey Car Week, where it became a leading centerpiece of the event for the various automotive enthusiasts who were in attendance.  The Bespoke division of McLaren Special Operations (MSO) designed and then forged this distinctive McLaren to the personal specifications of entrepreneur and philanthropist, Michael Fux.  The Chief Executive Officer of McLaren Automotive, Mike Flewitt, conferred the supercar…

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An Elegant Scent: Floris London 71/72 For Turnbull & Asser

An Elegant Scent: Floris London 71/72 For Turnbull & Asser

In 2015 fine clothier Turnbull & Asser began their initial collaboration with historic perfume maker and Jermyn Street neighbor, Floris, to create a scent that perfectly represented their brands elegant quintessential style.  Floris is the oldest independent family owned perfumer in the world.  Founded by Juan Famenias Floris in 1730 at 89 Jermyn Street (where they still stand today), Floris has catered scents to individuals such as Marilyn Monroe, HM King George IV and HM Queen Elizabeth II over their…

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Health & Wellness Travel

Le Grand Spa in Gstaad is simply Spectacular

High within Switzerland’s ancient Alps, is Le Grand Spa located within the prestigious resort-town of Gstaad.  Le Grand Spa is set inside of the palatial 57 room Le Grand Bellevue hotel, which was founded in 1912, making the property one of the oldest resorts in the town.  The Hotel & Spa’s mission has never ceased to offer the finest experiences for complete wellness in body, mind and soul. With the recent add on of several new areas, Le Grand Spa is…

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Best of Show Winner at the 67th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance

On August 20th, 2017, the 67th annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance celebrated their Best of Show winner, Bruce R. McCaw’s 1929 Mercedes-Benz S Barker Tourer.  The vintage Mercedes-Benz came from the restoration shop of Steve Babinsky in Lebanon, New Jersey, to participate in the competition, where it masterfully achieved the top prize.  The vehicle was first delivered to a Captain Miller on behalf of Earl Howe, who co-founded the British Racing Drivers’ Club with Dudley Benjafield in 1928. “We’ve had the car for several…

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Aviation

Cirrus starts deliveries of the Vision Jet

Cirrus has just begun deliveries of their first jet, the industry shaking $2 million Vision SF50, which is capable of surpassing it’s competition in nearly every dimension.  Whether that is the speed and cruising altitude of similarly sized turbo propeller planes or the higher purchase and operating costs of other small jets in the Cirrus’s segment. Stand-out design characteristics are the Vision Jet’s carbon fiber monocoque construction, which allows for segment leading take-offs requiring less than a 2,100 foot long…

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Lifestyle Travel

Southeast Asian Escape: The Magnificent Sisindu T Villa in South Sri Lanka

Offered among Red Savannah’s properties is the stunning “Sisindu T” villa in Sri Lanka.  Located on a promontory hill near the city of Galle, Sri Lanka sits a new six bedroom villa named Sisindu T, the villa offers a relaxing and tranquil environment which proves to be a perfect retreat for a large group or family.  The villa offers all of the creature comforts of a large resort within the privacy of your own villa, whether an infinity pool with a…

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The All New Ferrari Portofino

The all new V8 GT dubbed the Portofino by Ferrari has been revealed and is expecting to make considerable waves in its segment.  The Portofino will be replacing the Ferrari California T (Ferrari’s entry level model).  The new design provides a spectacular harmony of luxury, comfort and sportiness, which will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Appropriately named Portofino, the all new GT instantly evokes images of cruising the Genoan coastline around the stunningly beautiful city of…

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2017 Cadillac XT5: The Ultimate Crossover

2017 Cadillac XT5: The Ultimate Crossover

We had the opportunity to experience the all-new XT5 during Monterey’s annual Car Week, it gave us an extensive understanding of just how remarkable the vehicle is.  The car’s lightweight construction allows for dexterous handling, which is bolstered by a 3.6-litre V-6 and eight-speed automatic transmission with an electronic shifter.  Although many reviews described the XT5’s electronic shifter as difficult to use, we found it to be quite simple.  The XT5 crossover was made to assist the driver with any task…

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Macallan Lalique Six Pillars Collection sells for $485,000 at Bonhams Whisky Auction in Hong Kong

The Macallan Lalique Six Pillars Collection took center stage on August 18th at Bonhams, where the set sold for HK$3,797,500 (US$485,244).  Crafted from the passion between the artisans of both The Macallan and Lalique, the Six Pillars collection could not be anything but the very finest.  Contained within six stunningly sculpted French made decanters are the rarest and most coveted finley aged fifty to sixty five year old single malts that Macallan has ever created.  Often sold individually, this full set…

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Monterey Car Week Highlights: The Quail

The Quail event during Monterey Car Week is a must for any automotive, helicopter, party, wine, or epicurean enthusiast; there is beyond doubt something for anyone who enjoys the best.  For the price of the $600 all inclusive ticket you can spend your day surrounded by everything from a Ferrari F40 and Bugatti Veyron Vitesse to a decadent selection of 5 Buffet style pop-up restaurants prepared by Chef Ethan Mantle, offering Italian, Chinese, Carmel Valley, Beverly Hills, and French Cuisine…

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