A Croatian winemaking duo have garnered global fame for their signature winemaking technique—aging grape bottles 20 meters below the surface of the Adriatic for 700 days, where in darkness and silence, the liquor absorbs accents of the sea. Now, they’re inviting customers to experience this undersea wine cellar, diving for their own bottle. Ivo Šegović, 38, and Edi…
Winemakers Age Bottles of Red Below Adriatic Sea for 700 Days for ‘Flavor of the Ocean’
Auto Auctions: Going Once, Going Twice, Sold!
The great thing about getting older, or winning the lottery, is that you can now afford the things you dreamed of as a kid but couldn’t afford on a paperboy or babysitter salary. Cars certainly top this list, but that raises the question: How do you find that 1976 Ford GT500? The internet offers several…
All-Season Luxury Living In the Hamptons: Exploring America’s Most-Coveted Beach Towns
New York’s Hamptons epitomize a place preceded by its reputation. This storied collective of neighborhoods, nestled entirely on the south fork of Long Island’s East End (and honorarily, Shelter Island), are known near and far for their celebrity residents, south-of-the-highway sandcastles, and pristine ocean beaches, some of which rank regularly among the world’s best. But…
Roam in Comfort in These Rolling Vacation Homes
The enforced isolation of the pandemic, with closed resorts and the increased stress of flying, has more people than ever camping to find tranquility. For those who want to do so in comfort, here’s an overview of RV and camper trailers to fit every budget. Mobile Mansions Marathon Prevost Coach MSRP: Due to custom nature,…
Bel-Air’s Majestic ‘Il Sogno’ Villa Is Available for the Right Dreamer
For the first time in more than half a century, the Il Sogno villa (“The Dream”), located in the swanky Los Angeles neighborhood of Bel-Air, is on the market. With a list price of $39,500,000, this unique property is the historic showpiece of a neighborhood that’s home to celebrities such as Beyoncé and Jennifer Aniston….
French Luxury Goods Groups’ Shares Hit by Weak Chinese Data
PARIS—Shares in French luxury goods companies LVMH and Kering fell on Monday after weak economic numbers from China, a leading market for many of the world’s top fashion companies. Kering was down 1.7 percent in early trading while LVMH retreated by 1.3 percent. Rival French luxury goods company Hermes also fell 1.2 percent. China’s economy…
European Stocks Fall as Luxury Stocks Feel Pain From China’s Woes
European shares fell on Monday after weaker-than-expected growth data from China hit luxury stocks, while a relentless surge in commodity prices fuelled worries about inflation spiralling out of control. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.5 percent after an upbeat start to the quarterly earnings season drove its strongest weekly performance since March on Friday….
Bloomberg Has Named the Best Places in the World to Wait out the Delta Wave, and One Has a Private Island for Sale
Research by Bloomberg places Norway among the top 10 in its Covid Resilience Ranking for the third month in a row. Deemed one of the safest countries to wait out the Delta wave, the Scandinavian nation has vaccinated 60 percent of its population while keeping fatalities low and opening up borders to inoculated travelers. With life…
Looking to Invest in Luxury Goods? These 4 Brands Have Stood the Test of Time
Luxury products set a standard when it comes to quality, durability, and authenticity. Although the world of luxury goods is a mystery for many customers, their extraordinary craftsmanship, ingenuity, and timelessness make them noteworthy investment vehicles. Luxury Within Reach A few decades ago, these luxury goods were exclusive to the elite, the famous, and the…
Floating Masterpieces: Wooden Boats That Marry Classic Elegance and Modern Technology
Wood gleams, glows, and adds personality to any object it’s used to craft. For centuries, wooden boats have been treasured for their beauty and their connection to nature. Unlike modern recreational boats that are built in a matter of days on production lines using fiberglass molds and machines, wooden boats were slowly handcrafted by artisans…
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