Samantha Coles

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Object of Desire: Into the Deep with Triton Subs

3 weeks ago | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

Maybe you’ve discovered the wonders beneath the surface with a few spectacular dives, or perhaps you’ve already descended into the deepest ocean in a submersible. No matter how many times you venture, though, it’s always mind-blowing to uncover another world. Triton’s newest model, the 660/9 AVA, provides a remarkable view to everyone on board.
A Miami Guide: Where to Eat, Sleep and Be Seen in 2025

Dec 13, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

A vibrant coastal metropolis, Miami is in a class all of its own. Constantly morphing and growing, there is always something going on in the Magic City — from the dreamy beaches to superb dining and high-end boutiques to a fascinating art scene — and not forgetting the famed nightlife. Miami is undoubtedly glam but it is also seriously fun and no two visits are ever quite the same, so what to wear, where to stay and what to eat? This quick Miami guide takes a look at the hot list for 2025.
Ritz-Carlton and The Macallan Redefine the Yacht Bar Cart

Nov 9, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

There are myriad fun and fancy ways to display your booze collection – from labyrinthine underground cellars to museum-worthy wall displays. But nothing quite matches the giddy delight of a bar cart, whether it’s rolled out at home or a permanent fixture on the high seas – like this custom-made cart.
Inside London Hilton on Park Lane’s Multi-million-dollar Makeover

Oct 9, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

There’s little to complain about when staying in a five-star hotel, in one of the most fun cities in the world, in one of the swankiest neighborhoods. However, when you’ve been struck down by illness sometimes you just want the comforts of your own home.
Umana Bali, LXR Hotels & Resorts: The Island of the Gods

Sep 7, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

Late last year, Umana Bali Resort – the first LXR hotel in Southeast Asia – opened its doors. Or, more specifically, it banged its welcome gong, as there are no actual doors in the serene yet slick welcome lobby, where a trickling water feature sits beneath a chandelier that mimics the movement of Balinese dancers.
Jean-Michel Cousteau on a Life Below the Waves

Aug 25, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

“I started diving when I was seven years old,” Jean-Michel Cousteau tells me as we sip on tea and iced coffee, taking a break from the blazing Maldivian sun. “There were no regulations in those days. I’ve had the privilege of being exposed to the world at a time when there was no cell phone, no computer – and television was pretty basic. We had no connection like we have now. And I’ve been traveling all my life.
Moët & Chandon release Collection Impériale Création No. 1

Aug 24, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

To mark Moët & Chandon’s 280th anniversary, the house has released Collection Impériale Création No. 1.
Oliva by SB Winemaker's House & Spa Suites

Aug 23, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites is a veritable mecca for oenophiles. It is located in Chacras de Coria, a small town on the edge of Mendoza near the Andes Mountains; an area known for world-class wines and olive oil heritage. [See also: The Stories Behind the World’s Utmost Luxury Wines] In fact, ‘SB’ stands for Susana Balbo, Argentina’s first female winemaker who, along with her daughter, has opened up the family’s estate to guests seeking wine and wellness in equal measure.
Royal Mansour Casablanca Hotel, Morocco, Full Review

Jul 26, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

When your big sister, the Royal Mansour Marrakech, is renowned the world over for being one of the most lavish, the most impressive, the most intriguing hotels (a subterranean labyrinth of corridors for staff so they don’t disturb guests? You bet!), it’s safe to say that it’s a pretty big shadow for Royal Mansour Casablanca to be in. Royal Mansour’s second outpost in Morocco, however, does not hide in the shadows trying to emulate Big Sis.
The Best Longevity Clinics in the World

Jul 5, 2024 | elitetraveler.com | Samantha Coles

There are two certainties in life: death and taxes. Yet, if you know the right people and the right places, you might be able to delay the inevitable. Our mortality is the source of many deep ponderings and, if you’ve got the means and the willingness, there are tons of spas out there that don’t quite promise immortality — but not far from it. Keeping our minds and bodies in good shape is vital to enjoying the golden years of life; knowing how to achieve that state is half the battle.