Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2017 i Robb Report

 For a hotel group with a global reputation for uncompromising excellence, it may come as a surprise to discover that a Peninsula hotel exists in only 10 cities. But, ah, what cities! These are iconic destinations, and the Peninsula is always in the most sought-after location for a traveler to truly experience the life of the place. Now, the Peninsula Paris and the completely renovated and recently reopened Peninsula Beijing are welcoming guests to suites that set a new standard for the finest in accommodations. Their private, landscaped terraces invite guests to savor the skyline, especially at twilight, as the Eiffel Tower—tantalizingly close—begins to sparkle with illumination The Peninsula Paris brings new life to its 19th-century heritage building in the heart of the City of Light. The historic architecture lends…

“Snakes, spaceships, and jets inspired the redesigned bodywork.” LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR S Think of the Lamborghini Aventador S as a middle-aged gent who takes fandango lessons—not to enrich his life and maybe impress his partner, but to win the top prize on Dancing with the Stars. In evolving from the Aventador, which debuted in 2011, the Aventador S received a fine-tuning that increased its power, improved its handling, and refined its design. The two-seat coupe’s V-12 now generates 740 hp, and the running gear benefits from the addition of four-wheel steering. At lower speeds, the rear wheels turn as much as 3 degrees in counter-phase to the front wheels. At high speeds, they join phase with the front wheels. With this feature, it’s as though the car has a set of…

MASERATI LEVANTE S “The spacious interior can be furnished with a leather dash and the Zegna Luxury Package, which adds dark-gray silk inserts and hand-stitched upholstery.” Maserati’s first SUV offers practicality with Italian flair. The Levante S is built from the same underpinnings as the full-size Ghibli sedan and powered by a 424 hp 3-liter twin-turbocharged V-6, which is assembled at the Ferrari factory in Maranello. The shark-nose front end and massive, toothy front grille are its distinguishing design elements. Different drive modes and ride heights give the Levante S a broad range of capability. Its rigid chassis and nearly 50/50 weight distribution allow for spirited on-road driving—accompanied by Maserati’s signature exhaust note. The Levante S can also tackle rugged terrain, displaying the same type of off-road capability as…

RANGE ROVER SVAUTOBIOGRAPHY DYNAMIC Jaguar Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations team took the lead on the SVAutobiography Dynamic, which sits 8 millimeters lower than a standard Range Rover to emphasize its aggressive performance. Producing 550 hp, the new range- topping model’s supercharged 5-liter V-8 engine—the most potent in Range Rover’s history—delivers a top speed of 155 mph. The Dynamic is also equipped with an upgraded suspension and brakes, plus paddle shifters that let the driver control the 8-speed automatic transmission. Incontrol, the new system for information, entertainment, and connectivity, includes a dazzling, customizable virtual instrument display. Outside and in, tasteful touches abound. landrover.com (starting at $170,900)…

KTM  1290 SUPER DUKE R Among the wide selection of potent, stylish sport bikes on the market, the Austrian-built KTM 1290 Super Duke R is our top choice for navigating a twisty mountain road or blasting around a track. (The 1290 Super Duke GT, a sport-touring bike, is ideal for a dash from Los Angeles to San Francisco.) The 1290 Super Duke R is unlike anything else on the road. Its signature orange color accentuates the trellis frame, wheels, and graphics, and the updated 1,301 cc V-twin adds to the excitement. The revised cam timing, lighter valve train, shorter velocity stacks, and new intake resonators allow the 177 hp engine to rev higher and produce an unambiguous ruckus and lots of wheelies. The available Supermoto riding mode and quick shifter…

THANDA ISLAND Selfish as it sounds, when it comes to travel we prefer not to share. This year, new exclusive-use properties ensured we didn’t have to. In Tanzania, the 20-acre Thanda Island reserves all of its luxuries for just one group at a time. A party of up to 26 guests has the run of the isle’s gabled villa and bungalows, mahogany speedboat, white-sand beaches, and glass-rimmed pool. There’s no waiting for a table at the restaurant, no nudging for prime views of the local hawksbill turtles, and no rushing to get a seat at the beach bar—unless you’re running late for the sunset cocktail hour. thandaisland.com ($10,000) —JANE BROUGHTON ULUBISI HOUSE  Raising the private-safari bar in South Africa, the three-suite Ulubisi House opened in April 2016 in the 27,000-acre…

DEPLAR FARM MEGHAULI SERAI AMANEMU When Meghauli Serai (tajsafaris.com) made its debut on Nepal’s winding Rapti River last year, there were more than a few reasons to take note. First among them: the Bengal tigers. The 30-room Taj Safaris lodge—nestled deep within the country’s southern lowlands, just opposite the jungle-filled Chitwan National Park—is a rare base camp from which to spy the elusive and endangered cats, as well as greater one-horned rhinos (scientific name: Rhinoceros unicornis) and wild gharials (one of the largest crocodile species). Almost as thrilling, however, is what lies inside the new resort. Spacious villas with private plunge pools, a Jiva spa offering ancient wellness therapies, and an artifact-filled main lodge serving gourmet Tharu cuisine are all never-before-seen indulgences in this part of the world. Of course,…

The couple was most inspired by traditional Japanese ryokan, which originated multicourse kaiseki menus, and that style of hospitality shines through in every gesture. SINGLETHREAD When a restaurant is declared the country’s “biggest opening” years before it serves its first meal, the goal becomes not so much living up to expectations as surviving them. That is the first marvel of SingleThread, a restaurant attached to a five-room inn and nourished by a 5-acre farm in Healdsburg, Calif.: Even after all the hype, chef Kyle Connaughton and his wife, Katina, have created a restaurant filled with originality and surprises at every turn. The 11-course tasting menu opens with a panorama of the Sonoma Coast. A serving piece made from driftwood, cloaked in soft moss from the farm, holds a dozen…

TEFAF NEW YORK It was only a matter of time before TEFAF went global. The fine-art and antiques fair—Europe’s biggest, broadest, and arguably most prestigious—has been a fixture on the art-world scene for three decades, taking place every March in the charming Dutch city of Maastricht. Now the event has jumped the Atlantic, bringing not one but two spin-off fairs to Manhattan. TEFAF New York made its debut last October at the Park Avenue Armory with a 5-day show devoted to museum-quality art and antiques made before 1920. The presentation alone was a sight to behold: The staid Upper East Side venue (a regular go-to for fairs like Frieze and the International Fine Art & Antiques Show) was transformed into a series of plush booths and period rooms—the perfect backdrop…

DASSAULT FALCON 5X GULFSTREAM G500 Like commercial aircraft, private jets often arrive late. That is, they enter service later than initially announced—for a variety of reasons that can include the manufacturer’s financial state, the world’s economic conditions, or the aircraft’s need for additional development. ¶ When the Bombardier Global 7000 (businessaircraft.bombardier.com, $72.8 million) was announced in 2010, the company expected to begin deliveries in 2016. Instead, the flight-test version of the aircraft made its first flight last year. Bombardier says the large-cabin ultralong-range jet is now on track to enter service in the second half of 2018. In its flight tests, according to Bombardier, the jet has achieved a speed of Mach 0.995, which equals about 650 mph. The company says the Global 7000 is the largest business jet to…

“Fondaco dei Tedeschi is a great place to get lost. Start with chocolate on the ground floor, pass through the made-in-Veneto shops, and end on the rooftop terrace.”GIULIA BEVILACQUA For all its immutable charms— the 14th-century palazzi, the Byzantine basilicas, the narrow canals lined with gondolas—Venice is hardly bound by its history. Rather, the city on the Adriatic Sea has been carefully contemporizing, with transformative renovations and of-the-moment openings fueled by a new generation of entrepreneurs and artisans. This summer, as the jet set flocks to La Serenissima for the 57th Venice Biennale (May 13–November 26) and the 74th annual Venice International Film Festival (August 30–September 9), they’ll find the city’s renaissance in full swing. ¶ Leading the way is the Fondaco dei Tedeschi (dfsgroup.com), a 13th-century gothic structure turned…

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ASTON MARTIN  DB11 “A design that is sure to become classic and has set the stage for the 104-year-old carmaker’s ‘Second Century’ plan.” Aston Martins have always been lookers. Agent 007’s DB5 is still stealing glances today, and slab-sided “British Camaros” from the 1980s are more appealing now than they were then. The DB7 ushered in a new age of elegance, and the DB9—introduced in 2003—remains a high-water mark of 21st-century automotive design. The DB9 was a tough act for the DB11 to follow, but the new grand tourer doesn’t disappoint. Indeed, it may even eclipse the DB9 with a design that is sure to become classic and has set the stage for the 104-year-old carmaker’s “Second Century” plan. The DB11’s aerodynamic efficiency is abetted by concealed channels that…

LEXUS  LC 500 The LC 500 showcases the next step in Lexus design with its low and wide stance, giant wheels, and a front end that looks like an expressive face. Some of the design elements—including thealmost sinister-looking headlights and taillights—were inspired by the LF-LC concept car, which Lexus debuted in 2012. A 5-liter 471 hp naturally aspirated V-8 powers the full-size coupe. The new rear-wheel-drive platform’s chassis and suspension keep the ride solid and comfortable. The LC 500’s demeanor ranges from relaxed to spirited, depending on the drive mode you select. The new 10-speed automatic transmission conserves fuel on the softest setting and holds the gears in sport mode. Nearly every surface in the cabin is covered with leather or Alcantara, and the exterior color selection offers several attractive…

PORSCHE 718 BOXSTER S Puristic design, lightweight construction, and efficient power are the hallmarks of the latest-generation Boxster S. It’s named for the Porsche racecar that earned podium finishes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the Targo Florio in the late 1950s and early ’60s. The 718 Boxster S is powered by a 350 hp 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder boxer engine that is more powerful and more efficient than its predecessor’s flat 6. The car comes standard with Porsche’s dual-clutch PDK, but enthusiasts can order it with a 6-speed manual. The steering system is borrowed from the current 911, and it keeps drivers dialed in. Porsche’s optional adaptive suspension ranges from compliant to rock solid. If you’re not afraid of sharply graded driveways, you can order the 718 Boxster…

EAST COAST  DEFENDER The Land Rover Defender may top the short list of automobiles that have achieved genuine cult status. It was built from 1948 to 2016, though it hasn’t been available in the United States since 1997, so this most coveted Rover is a rare sight on American soil. For better and worse, it remained essentially unchanged throughout its production run. Like the Galápagos tortoise, another long-lived species, the Defender was always imperturbable but also ponderous. When East Coast Defender transforms an original Land Rover 90, 110, or 130, it addresses the model’s shortcomings. It will replace the lumpy Rover V-8 with a 430 hp Chevrolet LS3 V-8 or a Chevrolet LC9 and upgrade the suspension, brakes, wheels, and lights. eastcoast defender.com (from $175,000)…

BMW K 1600 B BMW’s Concept 101, first shown in 2015, has evolved and will arrive in showrooms by late summer as the alluring K1600 B. This adaptation of the platform used for the K1600 GT and GTL—touring bikes that are beloved by their owners—has a low seat height and places the rider’s feet forward. Its teardrop shape, with a wraparound fairing and narrow waist, evokes a sport bike. Ornamentation is minimal: Bright touches are restricted to the front fender, windshield mounts, and shapely tank inserts incorporating BMW’s roundel badge. Tilted forward under the tank, the 1,649 cc 6-cylinder engine purrs in readiness and doesn’t vibrate at all. Myriad convenience features ease the rider’s workload. An available electric assist helps with reversing the large bike, and once the K1600 B is…

There are about 100 mills throughout Italy that have more than a century of history, and many others date back 50 to 80 years. But each of these mills remains focused on the future, taking as much care to advance the production of textiles as they have to honor the age-old techniques that have preserved the Italian mills as the benchmark for quality fabrics worldwide. Visiting the mills can be an enriching experience. For example, last year the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) partnered with Milano Unica to create The Fabric Program, which brought six designers to Italy for a cultural business trip. The designers had the privilege of visiting the ancient archives and production departments of the Italian mills to learn about traditional techniques as well as…

THE SILO HOSHINOYA TOKYO FOUR SEASONS DOWNTOWN The best hotels are more than just places to stay the night—they offer a distinct perspective on the cities they call home. Last July, Japan’s esteemed Hoshino Resorts unveiled the one thing missing in frenetic Tokyo: an authentic luxury ryokan. Hoshinoya Tokyo (hoshinoyatokyo.com) delivers the serenity of the country’s rural hot-springs retreats inside a 17-story tower in the Otemachi financial district. Guests don yukata and dine on kaiseki cuisine while staying in sleek guest rooms with washi screens, tatami floors, and custom woodwork. But it’s a soak in the hotel’s hot-spring baths that proves most trans-formative, offering travelers an unequivocally traditional experience in the world’s most modern city. Known more for its natural beauty, Cape Town is home to hotels that rest gracefully…

SCENE STEALERS ST. BARTS Before last year, the St. Barts jet set didn’t have to think too much. Le Guanahani had the best spa, Isle de France the best rooms, Bonito was the top table in town, and Eden Rock the center of the social universe. But even old-school regulars had to reconsider their longtime favorites with the October arrival of Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa (lebarthelemyhotel.com), the French Caribbean island’s first newly built resort in 20 years. Nearly a decade in the making, the 46-room newcomer on Grand Cul de Sac Bay hit all the right notes, with a Guy Martin restaurant, La Mer spa treatments, and a perfect crescent of golden beach. Two months later, the charming Villa Marie Saint-Barth (saint-barth.villamarie.fr) made its debut in the hills of Colombier…

OVER-THE-TOP EXPERIENCE FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAUI AT WAILEA With no disrespect to the Big Island, Maui is the best place for golf in Hawaii—and one of the best anywhere. Something about the island’s emerald coastal courses makes for memorable moments (if sometimes forgettable scores). Now there’s a golf outing on Maui that, true to its billing, is guaranteed to lodge permanently among your most pleasant recollections: the Unforgettable Golf Adventure from the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea. ¶ The literally over-the-top experience, which debuted last fall, begins with a morning flight with Blue Hawaiian Helicopters accompanied by Eddie Lee, director of instruction at the Wailea Golf Club. Lee helps your twosome or foursome analyze fairways and greens while soaring over the club’s three courses and the surrounding sea and…

DAVID HOCKNEY David Hockney is the art world’s man of the moment. The medium-spanning artist seems to be everywhere: First came last year’s 82 Portraits and 1 Still-Life at the Royal Academy of Arts, showcasing a brilliant new body of characteristically colorful works; next was the February opening of the Tate Britain’s six-decade retrospective, spanning everything from his iconic 1960s Los Angeles pool scenes to his lesser-known achievements in photography and video. But it was the artist’s market value that had the strongest showing, with six of his top 20 most expensive works at auction selling in 2016. At the tip-top of the list was Woldgate Woods, 24, 25 and 26 October 2006, a six-panel painting depicting three days in the forests of East Yorkshire. Sotheby’s presented the piece in…

HEESEN GALACTICA SUPER NOVA 230 ft. GALACTICA SUPER NOCA'S speed and smart use of exterior space make this 230-footer the most interesting launch of its size. It can reach a top speed of 30 knots, and designer Espen Øino ensured that the exterior’s 3,800 square feet of usable space is fully adaptable. The foredeck, for instance, can be used for sunbathing or as a cinema under the stars. The 20-foot infinity pool’s waterfall is a great backdrop for sunset cocktails, and the water jets turn it into a lap pool. The 1,500-square-foot beach club, which opens on three sides, is another best-in-class feature that distinguishes this Heesen. heesenyachts.com —Michael Verdon ULTIMATE ADVENTURE TRAVELER ABEKING & RASMUSSEN CLOUDBREAK 238 ft. ‘Cloudbreak,’ named after a Fijian surfing reef, was built for a young…

The large-cabin ultralong-range Gulfstream G650ER (gulfstream.com, $69.4 million) is no longer in a class of its own, not since the Dassault Falcon 8X entered service in October. Dassault notes that the 8X’s operating costs are lower than those of comparable jets and that it is very agile for its size—enabling it to operate from airports other large jets can’t access. However, its cabin is not as spacious as the G650ER’s, and its range is not as great. ¶ The Gulfstream flagship can fly 8,630 miles nonstop when carrying eight passengers and traveling at its cruising speed of 561 mph. It can travel from Los Angeles to Melbourne, and it’s fast enough to reach Teterboro, N.J., from Hong Kong in just over 14 hours. “It provides the longest-range capability of any…

LINCOLN CONTINENTAL BLACK LABEL EDITION Lincoln’s fullsize flagship sedan doesn’t try to be sporty. Instead, it provides comfort and elegance, what Lincoln executives tout as “quiet luxury.” Its design is both classic and modern, with a tasteful mesh front grille, jewellike LED headlights, and a high beltline with integrated, electronically operated door handles. The top-of-the-line Black Label Edition is powered by a 400 hp 3-liter V-6. Its visually distinguishing features include 20-inch aluminum wheels and exclusive exterior colors such as Chroma Elite Light Brown, a striking metallic bronze. The interior design themes include the Thoroughbred, which incorporates black leather upholstery and Chilean maple trim. Black Label Edition owners have access to complimentary concierge services. lincoln.com (from $63,075)…

BECKER CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV  LUXURY MOBILITY VEHICLE Becker Automotive Design has been producing ultra-secure luxury transport vehicles for more than 20 years. Its latest specialty vehicle is designed specifically for passengers who use a wheelchair or mobility scooter. It’s a stretched Cadillac Escalade ESV retrofitted with longer rear doors, a higher roof, and a lowered floor, and equipped with an electric lift. The rear portion of the cabin features two forward- facing seats and room for a wheelchair or scooter. Options include a 40-inch TV, theater-quality sound, and Internet connectivity. Becker’s custom-made seats are available with heating and massage functions. Like all Becker models, the Luxury Mobility Vehicle can be ordered with various levels of armoring. beckerautodesign.com (starting at $275,000)…

INDIAN CHIEFTAIN LIMITED AND CHIEFTAIN ELITE Indian keeps scoring closer to its target of cruiser perfection. The new Chieftain Limited takes the good points of the Chieftain—the powerful and smooth-running bagger—and complements them with a variety of improved features. The 19-inch front wheel turns beneath an open, flared fender, which addresses objections to the Chieftain’s deeply valanced one. It was a big step, but Indian aims to please. Color-matched trim (instead of chrome) and a sleek leather saddle with contrasting stitching contribute to the bike’s aggressive look. The more exclusive Chieftain Elite is limited to 350 examples. The Elite features lustrous, 12-layer Fireglow Red Candy paintwork with marble-textured accents. Because of the hand finishing, no two bikes are quite alike. The Elite also has billet floorboards, a flared windshield, and…

THE CUT BULGARI Bulgari’s takhti-cut stones look like luscious, colorful candies, and their smooth finish presents a fresh and subtle style. The tactile treatment features prominently in several new high-jewelry pieces, including this supple Serpenti bracelet with a 32-carat takhti-cut rubellite and pink tourmalines, emeralds, and diamonds. 800.285.4274, bulgari.com PROGRESSIVE ROCKS MESSIKA PARIS Although Valerie Messika’s father is a prominent high-end diamond dealer who offers her first pick of his best stones, she selects diamonds not for their size but for their air of glamour and sophistication. Her latest collection puts the classic diamond in a contemporary context with bold, rocker-style pieces, such as this XL white-gold chain-link necklace with a diamond-covered link. At Neiman Marcus, Beverly Hills, 310.550.5900.messika.com MASTER CARVER BOGHOSSIAN The Boghossian family, which has always pushed the…

THE PENINSULA BEIJING Beijing is a much different place than it was when the Palace Hotel opened in 1989. Since that pivotal year—marked most notably by the tragic events in Tiananmen Square—the Chinese capital’s booming population has been outstripped only by its furious pace of construction and consumption. The debut of the Western-style Palace was a harbinger of luxuries to come, but the hotel slipped in status when those luxuries (among them properties from Four Seasons, Rosewood, and Aman) eventually did come. After completing a $123 million transformation this May, however, the Peninsula Beijing—as the Palace has been known since 2006—officially reclaimed its place as the most refined refuge in the bustling city. It would be a disservice to call what the Peninsula has done a renovation; this is an…

KOHANAIKI FOUR SEASONS ANGUILLA CHILENO BAY CANOUAN ESTATE Our favorite tropical holidays are the ones that never end. In Los Cabos, we’re hoping to put down roots at the new Chileno Bay Resort & Residences (chilenobayresidences.com), an Auberge-managed 22-acre beachfront retreat that includes 33 full-ownership villas. The three- and four-bedroom residences—priced from $2.6 million to $4.95 million—promise laid-back south-of-the-border living with indoor and outdoor kitchens, swimming pools and hot tubs, and a cool playa-contemporary style. In the Caribbean, the vacation-home scene has been invigorated by news of the recently renovated Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla (anguillaprivate residences.com), perched on a picturesque bluff between Meads and Barnes Bays. The 134 residences range from one- and two-bedroom condominiums to four- and five-bedroom beach villas. Priced from $725,000 to $10 million, the Kelly…

CHABLÉ True wellness doesn’t come from salt scrubs and back rubs. Wrestling the body, mind, and soul into alignment is hard work. But at the new Chablé resort and spa, which debuted in December in the jungles of Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula, the path to wellness seems an effortless one, requiring little more of guests than open eyes, ears, and minds. Set on 750 acres outside the city of Mérida, Chablé is a refuge of quiet enchantment—firefly shows at dusk, secret meditation caves, a local abuelita preparing aromatic chicken soup—that invigorates the senses. Each of the 40 accommodations, from the 1,700-square-foot casitas to the more than 10,000-square-foot Royal Villa, has a pool and panoramic glass walls that frame the jungle like a Rousseau painting. Mornings bring birdsong, tea, and fresh fruit…

BLENDED WHISKY USQUAEBACH AN ARD RI CASK STRENGTH October saw the release of the first new blend in a quarter-century from the esteemed Scottish Highlands distillery Usquaebach. An Ard Ri (Gaelic for “the high king”) is made from a range of more than 20 well-known Highlands single malts, including Craigellachie, Glengoyne, and Auchroisk. The nose offers biscuits and leather. On the palate, it’s impeccably smooth for such a high-alcohol spirit (114 proof), with a powerful flavor profile punctuated with caramel, coffee grounds, and zesty citrus notes. An Ard Ri Cask Strength comes in an arresting gold-and-blue variation of Usquaebach’s signature flagon. A mere 2,000 bottles were made available to the public. usquaebach.com ($200) —DAN DUNN TRIBUTE RYE HOCHSTADTER’S FAMILY RESERVE 16 YEAR STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY  Rob Cooper was just 39…

CHRISTIE’S LOS ANGELES When Christie’s comes to town, you know you have a movement. Los Angeles continued to solidify its role as the next art epicenter with the arrival of the venerable auction house’s new Beverly Hills flagship, a 5,400-square-foot, two-story space just steps from Rodeo Drive. The design-forward facility made its entrée onto the L.A. arts scene in April with a star-studded exhibition that featured roughly half a billion dollars’ worth of art, including pieces by Francis Bacon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Andy Warhol, and Cindy Sherman. But the space is so much more than glitzy shows, focusing heavily on the West Coast’s rapidly growing collector base with art-advisory services and private sales exhibitions, as well as a cultivated emphasis on luxury goods with a certain Hollywood élan—vintage jewelry and watches—along…

OCEANCO/VITTERS AQUIJO There is no other way to put it: Aquijo is one of sailing’s greatest technical feats. It is the world’s largest sailboat by volume (1,695 tons) and is 279 feet long. While these are impressive numbers, what makes Aquijo truly exceptional is that it can circumnavigate the globe as a world-class cruiser and transition into a racing yacht, sailing in conditions that would leave most smaller yachts at the dock. On a recent test, Aquijo reached a top speed of more than 20 knots in a 30-knot wind, and it sailed close-hauled at 10 knots in an 8-knot breeze. Its sail plan is 34,950 square feet, increasing to 54,358 with the racing sail. These loads necessitated CFD studies, structural analysis, and wind-tunnel testing so that naval architect Bill…

CESSNA CITATION LATITUDE The midsize Cessna Citation Latitude(cessna.txtav.com, $16.3 million) was announced in 2011, entered service in August 2015, and quickly became one of the world’s best-selling business jets. Cessna, which is owned by Textron, delivered 42 examples last year, making this the most-delivered aircraft in its category. By the end of 2016, the worldwide fleet of Citation Latitudes had grown to 58. “The initial reaction by the market to the aircraft has been very positive,” says Robb Report Private Aviation Advisory Board member Lee Rohde, the founder, president, and CEO of Essex Aviation Group in New Hampshire. The Latitude’s cabin features the Citation line’s first flat floor and 6 feet of headroom. It can accommodate nine passengers. A new cooling and pressurization system gives passengers the feeling of flying…

Everything Made New VENICE’S ARTISANS have been global arbiters of style for centuries. But the city’s most influential craftspeople aren’t living in the past; they’re bringing age-old practices to the modern era, weaving tradition into next-gen trends. Murano glass is no longer limited to vases and decanters at Studio Italia Design (studioitaliadesign.com), a Marcon-based lighting firm that pairs cutting-edge LED technology with traditional blown glass. In San Marco Square, the Nardi family (nardi-venezia.com) is building on three generations of exquisite jewelry making with contemporary interpretations of historic rings and brooches. Viola and Vera Arrivabene of ViBi Venezia (vibivenezia.it) are turning the gondolier’s slipper into of-the-moment street wear by applying hand-sewn silk, velvet, and cotton to the classic canal staple. And hidden away in a 16th-century palazzo that once belonged to…