Elite Traveler May-June 2016

elite traveler MAY/JUNE 2016 14 Contents

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Discover 25 Object of desire The most dazzling chandelier in the world 26 Travel

Inspire 66 Top 100 restaurants 2016 The definitive list of

Influence 56 Jonathan Bues The editor-in-chief of WristWatch magazine on the industry's independent watchmakers and the pieces taking the market by storm 58 LaurieBrookins Our fashion columnist on the quiet revolution taking the menswear collections to new heights 59 RichardHemming The Master of Wine and wine writer on how to choose the perfect tipple for your journey at high altitude 60 ElizabethBeaman Christie's senior vice president on how to collect art, and why loving what you buy is of utmost importance 61 Roberta Naas Our jewelry columnist on animal-inspired pieces and how today's artisans are interpreting the classic trend

the world's best dining destinations, as voted for by the readers of Elite Traveler 82 Cover story: Lord of themanor Sartorial styling at Cliveden, Berkshire, UK, scene of some of history's finest parties 90 Country living in Ballyfin Lauren Holmes relaxes in the splendor of the Irish equivalent of Downton Abbey 96 Top 10 Family Resorts From breakfast with Disney characters to giraffes popping their heads through open windows, here's your guide to the ultimate family vacation 104 Elite interview: Stefano Ricci The man behind one of the world's most luxurious brands and tailoring talks classic style and "fatto in Italia" 106 Michelin: The little red book Tina Nielsen traces the history of the famous Michelin Guide

Walk on water in the Italian Lakes 29 Watches

Girard-Perregaux's 225th anniversary Esmeralda Tourbillon 33 Men’s style Bowling shirts and Louis Vuitton's America's Cup collection 37 Women’s style Dramatic dresses and Jimmy Choo's bestsellers 40 Jewelry Garden-inspired pieces and snake high jewelry 44 Yachts Monaco Yacht show winner Solandge for sale 46 Motoring Lamborghini's Centenario and the newAstonMartin 48 Technology The world's first e-bike, and a super-smart car key 50 Design Bordeaux's grand new wine museum 52 Food & drink Charity eating for (RED), plus signature cocktails

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Green fingers Roberto Coin cocktail ring from the Garden collection

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