Elite Traveler September-October 2016

DISCOVER

Elite pick... Hélène Darroze Three-Michelin star chef, Hélène takes up residency as a guest chef at Hotel Maria Cristina, a Luxury Collecton Hotel in San Sebastian until October 30. The pop-up restaurant will showcase a menu of pintxos (Basque tapas) inspired by Hélène’s past. theluxurycollection.com/mariacristina

Travel

TOTALLY UNIQUE

Imagine the excitement of Porsche ice rallying in Sweden. How about diving the icy waters off Iceland and exploring the country’s eerie landscape? Or for something more laid-back, stay at an artists’ retreat overlooking California’s rolling vineyards? Enter Total Management. The lifestyle and events agency is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a new travel and experiences service offering memorable adventures. There are six categories: Travel and Adventure; Gourmand; Sports; Fashion and Style; Health; Arts and Culture. From a private master class with chef Raymond Blanc at Michelin-starred Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons to a personalized program of therapies at the renowned Ananda retreat in the foothills of the Himalayas, there’s something for everyone. Elite picks include a takeover of Calistoga Ranch in Napa Valley for you and 99 friends (from $51,000 a night); a week on a Ferretti yacht in the Bahamas (from $49,500); and dancing under the stars at your very own festival on a private island (from $34,000 a night). For a different kind of star, join Hollywood’s finest on the red carpet at Cannes. The team can also create bespoke packages. With offices in New York, London and Hong Kong, Total Management opens in Los Angeles soon and is launching its Away Collection, a luxury property rental portfolio. Contact Isabel Carmichael, isabel@total-management.com total-management.com

Above: Ice rallying in Sweden Below: Fire and ice in Iceland