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editor’s letter
Despite today’s economic climate,
true luxury brands are still rolling out their most
extraordinary ever. Brioni, Van Cleefs & Arpels
and Hermès, just to name a few. For the true connoisseur,
it is not the time to trade down, but to
trade with only a few. Craftsmanship and exclusivity
are beckoned virtues when considering a
personal investment. Here at the Affluent Page, we
also hold tight to these virtues. In this Real Estate
issue, we roll out properties we feel to be the most
extraordinary investments during these extraordinary
times.
Our cover story, “Seven Wonder Developments of
the World,” features exclusive properties of distinction
in America’s heartland, secluded beach resort bungalows,
residences on the African savannah, and Dubai’s
renowned “The World.” These properties let you
choose how close to—or how far from—civilization
to spend your time, all the while ensconced in luxury.
In our picturesque feature, “$100 Million Furnished,”
we take you inside Tranquility, a palatial 214-acre Lake
Tahoe estate. The list price is one of the highest in the
nation, as the property’s Old World chateau charm,
amenities that rival five-star resorts, and beautiful locale
are sure to captivate the most discerning buyers.
Our coverage of worldly accommodations continues
off the southern tip of India, with a visit to
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. This “barefoot luxury”
Indian Ocean resort is one of the world’s most
exotic island locales. The stunning property features
seascapes second to none and encompasses two of the
Maldives’ nearly 1,200 islands—not to mention, the
world’s only underwater dining experience to date.
When you are ready to move from one luxury
property to the next, you will find poetry in motion
on land and sea in our venerable “Best Of” collection.
Feel the surge of 1,018 horsepower as the Koenigsegg
CCXR supercar ups the ante on its CCX, which held
the record as the world’s fastest production car. Then
enjoy our insider’s cruise onboard the 228-foot motoryacht
Sherakahn, where, for about a half-million dollars
per week, you can bathe in luxury from the Caribbean
to the Mediterranean. For libation sake, we introduce
you to a rare cask of 50-year-old bottles of Scottish
whisky. Last, but not least, recession proof your wardrobe
in Holland & Sherry vicuna…but hurry as only a
select few can get on the list.
Enjoy.
Rosetta Nichole Mitchell
Editorial & Creative Director
The Koenigsegg CCXR supercar
ups the ante on its predecessor,
the CCX, on page 24.
12 AFFLUENT PAGE LUXURY INDEX MARCH/APRIL 2009