Out on The Solent, a strait in the UK, the weather feels erratic. The temperature on the Weather app reads 19 deg C, but I’m freezing one moment and peeling off my Gore-Tex jacket the next in the warm sunshine. Thankfully, it never gets too hot, and if I have the chills, I can always escape the strong winds below deck.
The said cabins are also as luxurious as can be. After all, I’m aboard the replica of the legendary Atlantic, one of the most famous and beloved racing schooners of all time. Launched in 1903 and designed by William Gardner, one of America’s foremost designers of large yachts, the three-master made history in the spring of 1905 when she won the Kaiser’s Cup in a transatlantic race from New York to England. Her incredible record of 12 days, four hours and one minute stood 100 years, broken only in 2005 by Mari-Cha IV in the Rolex Transatlantic Challenge.
Like the original, the Atlantic is breathtakingly beautiful. She measures an imposing 56m, with spars towering some 45m above the waterline supporting a staggering 1,750sqm of sail. The lobby is finished in marble and the interior was fitted out with the finest mahogany panelling. She has heating, refrigeration and electric lighting. There are two double and three single staterooms, a full beam saloon, a dining room, three large tiled bathrooms (with bathtubs) and a large galley.
WAVE OF NOSTALGIA
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SOIREES OF SEPTEMBER
From sipping cocktails by the coastline to eating your way through the city, this is the month to enjoy.
ROYAL DECREE
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding 37mm is a sporty yet dazzling timepiece that fits in just about anywhere.
ALCHEMY OF ART
Known for blending natural elements with ancient cultures, Brazilian jewellery designer Silvia Furmanovich offers an exclusive glimpse into her artistic world.
DISHING IT OUT
This month serves up some top-tier hotel dining, a collaboration with enough Michelin stars to kickstart a new galaxy, and a special celebration marking Malaysia Airlines' new route to Chiang Mai.
JETSETTER DIARIES
Regardless of whether you're travelling with littles or are on a solo journey, we have travel picks for you from LA to HK that'll leave you rested, rejuvenated, and maybe even learning something new.
MAKING WAVES
The extraordinary 122-metre Kismet megayacht by Lürssen, making her grand debut at this month's Monaco Yacht Show, epitomises uncompromising luxury and sets a new benchmark for excellence in the yachting industry.
MIAMI NIGHTS
Not all 21st birthdays are celebrated in style, but with the Polo Collection welcoming the Royal Salute 21 Year Old Miami Polo Edition into the family, it had to be one for the books.
LIVING LARGE
As luxury travel evolves and trends shift, one truth endures: the essence of travelling opulently is defined by a blend of exquisite accommodations, unparalleled exclusivity, and bespoke experiences tailored to your every whim. To better understand the level of luxury being sought out by the world's most affluent, we've curated a selection of the most extravagant getaways from over-the-top villas to exclusive vacation itineraries and beyond, all guaranteed to ignite your wanderlust.
ROMANCING THE STONES
Journey with Minerals, the current exhibition at L'École, School of Jewelry Arts, showcases the world of mineralogy as you've never seen it before. PRESTIGE takes a private tour.
THIS JUST IN
Rolex has set the stage for an unforgettable 2024 with releases that reimagine its classic models. Seamlessly blending contrasting elements, this year's offerings highlight an exceptional attention to detail.
