Elite Traveler September-October 2017

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Welcome Watches have transcended their simple purpose of telling time. They are now objects of art, collectables, desirables, pinnacles of innovation and technological wizardry.Well, the timepieces included in our Elite Traveler list of the top 50watches of 2017 certainly are. And what a list! Our esteemed watch expert Roberta Naas has had the herculean task of choosing the best 50 watches of this year, each one individually wonderful and sure to satisfy even the most discerning watch aficionado. In our Influence section, we talk to successful entrepreneur and businessman Chris Burch about his new endeavor, Nihi Sumba Island, and how he has built the business with philanthropy at its heart. We also hear from Olivier Krug about protecting his family’s legacy, and the CEO of Bulgari, Jean-Christophe Babin, shares how he successfully manages a brand whose product portfolio spans five distinct categories. For any high rollers out there, we’ve a guide on the best that Sin City has to offer. Or for those that prefer trying their luck with stunning sea views, our guide to Monaco, with her historic casinos, is the one for you. This issue’s Hot List features the recently opened high-roller suites at the Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas. With balconies offering spectacular views over the Bellagio fountain and a minimum buy-in of $1m at their high-rollers’ lounge, this is exclusive gambling at its very pinnacle. Those that keep their cards close to their chest and behind closed doors no longer have to compromise on luxury, as our object of desire for this issue is the Exceptional Poker Set, which features more than 22,500 precious stones and approximately 25lbs of 18K gold. As always, if you want to comment on anything in this issue, drop us a line at editorial@elitetraveler.com

Charlotte wears CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC black leather policeman jacket with metallic floral appliqué, $5,995, blue floral georgette slip dress with plastic over-dress, $1,595, available at Calvin Klein in New York, +1 212 292 9000, calvinklein.com

@ELITETRAVELER AROUND THE WORLD From the expanse of the Great Sound, Bermuda, to the cellular level of the Weaire–Phelan structure, the Elite Traveler team has been searching far and wide for the best in luxury lifestyle.

Kristen Shirley had the best seat in the house on a chase boat at the 35th America’s Cup finals

Behind the scenes at our cover shoot

We had exclusive early access to the Hermitage, St Petersburg, before it was open to the public

At Art Basel, Kristen met artist Paul Coudamy who spoke about his piece, Living Cells, created for La Prairie

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