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Gull House, the former residence of Kim Novak

Gull House, the former residence of Kim Novak

Following a celebrated Hollywood career, that included iconic leading roles in Picnic and Vertigo alongside James Stewart, Kim Novak found refuge along the dramatic coast of Carmel Highlands. Although now a respected artist in Oregon, Novak had purchased “Gull House” and used the residence as a retreat from 1961 to 1973. The oceanfront estate situated along Spindrift Lane was built in 1957, and the property offers some of the most majestic views of the Pacific Ocean. GULL HOUSETHE FORMER RESIDENCE…

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The Aston Martin Valhalla is Set to Make its Debuts at Monterey Car Week

The Aston Martin Valhalla is Set to Make its Debuts at Monterey Car Week

Seven decades after selling their first DB2 in the United States, Aston Martin will unveil an incredible vehicle said to bolster the manufacturer’s performance identity to an all new height. This cutting edge model from Aston Martin will debut on Thursday, August 12th at a private VIP event at Monterey Car Week, just days before the celebrated Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Little is known of this vehicle aside from a teaser image of what appears to be a convertible version of…

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The Cutting Edge of Yacht Charter With Ellie Malouf

The Cutting Edge of Yacht Charter With Ellie Malouf

Not many yacht charter firms can get you on a yacht in a matter of hours, however, one of those few organizations is a family-owned firm based in Sydney, Australia. Founded by the Malouf family, Ahoy Club is meant to bring together the best of service and convenience in a club-like atmosphere. On the origin of Ahoy Club’s name, COO Ellie Malouf states “family table talk. 2015 was probably the inception of Ahoy Club and then we launched in 2018.…

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McCall’s Motorworks Revival is set to Wow on it’s 30th Anniversary!

McCall's Motorworks Revival Celebrates 30 Years!

Following a one year absence due to the global pandemic, McCall Events is gearing up for the 30th year anniversary of their acclaimed McCall’s Motorworks Revival. The event is often referred to by many as the kickoff to Monterey Car Week. Wednesday August 11th will mark the return of the party which features only the most iconic automobiles both new and classic as well as an impressive fleet of aircraft, epicurean delights, libations and live music at the Monterey Jet…

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Get Treated Like Hawaiian Royalty at ESPACIO, Waikiki’s Enviable Resort

Get Treated Like Hawaiian Royalty at ESPACIO, Waikiki's Enviable Resort

Situated along Honolulu’s Waikiki Beach, is ESPACIO, a five star, nine-floor resort, with just nine 2,250-square-foot multi-bedroom suites. As one of Hawaii’s most exclusive resorts, guests of ESPACIO enjoy a range of amenities including a butler service and a white glove tour of Iolani Palace, where guests can enjoy behind-the-stanchions access to collections previously closed to the public. How’s that for a royal treatment? The suites, which enjoy a private elevator entry, feature up to three bedrooms and three and…

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Creating Magic With Roxy Marrone

Creating Magic With Roxy Marrone

House of Roxy founder, Roxy Marrone is working to turn her passion project into the quintessential health and wellness lifestyle brand. Producing a range of goods, including bath products and jewelry focused on manifestation and spiritual healing. The brand is now taking its next step with the development of organic super food powders and a super chic pop up tea & juice bar to demonstrate the powder’s many applications and uses through July. The Extravagant recently caught up with Roxy…

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The 18th Annual The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering is set to feature over 200 Remarkable Automobiles

1978 Lamborghini LP400 Countach Periscopio

1978 Lamborghini LP400 Countach Periscopio Following a one year absence, The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering is returning to Carmel, California with more than 200 rare automobiles. The 18th iteration of The Quail is set to pay tribute to the “50th Anniversary of the Alfa Romeo Montreal” and “Automotive Couture, French Cars Featuring the 50th Anniversary of the Citroën SM.”  “What makes The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering a truly remarkable event, aside from the extravagant setting and fine culinary offerings, is…

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Lamborghini Countach to celebrate its 50th Birthday at the Pebble Beach Concours

Lamborghini Countach to celebrate its 50th Birthday at the Pebble Beach Concours

At the 70th Annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, tribute will be paid to a half century of the Lamborghini Countach. To mark the 50th anniversary of one of the world’s original supercars, the 2021 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance will feature a collection of some of the most important Countach models and prototypes. Launched in 1971, just five years after the ground breaking Miura, the Countach inspired a new generation of more aggressive supercars. Some say the Marcello Gandini designed masterpiece…

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Yachts

Camper & Nicholsons Has Sold the Majestic Lady Moura

Camper & Nicholsons Has Sold the Majestic Lady Moura

After 554 days on the market, Camper & Nicholsons has announced the in-house sale of the impressive 105 meter Lady Moura. Delivered in 1990 by Blohm+Voss, Lady Moura’s buyer was represented by broker Fernando Nicholson, whereas the seller was represented by Arne Ploch and Andrew LeBuhn. With an asking price of $125,000,000 USD, Lady Moura was both one of the largest and most expensive yachts on the brokerage market. According to Camper & Nicholsons “this sale represents the fastest known…

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The best of Bordeaux from Petrus to Haut-Brion

The best of Bordeaux from Petrus to Haut-Brion

Nearly five hundred lots of fine Bordeaux will hit the auction block in Hong Kong on the 25th of this month. The single owner auction features one of the largest private collections of Chateau Haut-Brion ever offered. Vintages in the collection span over 100 years and include rare bottles of 1945 Chateau Haut-Brion and 1961 Chateau Haut Brion in large format. Additional highlights are the over one dozen unique vintages of Petrus as well as verticals of Cheval Blanc. However,…

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