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The Editor’s Note
s the warm weather arrives, a fresh breeze of opti-
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mism is pervading the financial and social landscape
around the world. Whether it be an actual turnaround
in circumstances or simply fatigue from the past
months, summer is the perfect time to refocus on the essence of what
luxury is all about: the unique, the memorable, and the personal.
For many of us, this means travel. What better luxury to invest
in than something that is both broadening and relaxing at once? We
went around the world this summer, from the French countryside to
the coasts of Turkey to the best beaches and pools in Dubai and be-
yond. But beaches don’t always signify cold drink and bathing
suits—for certain people, it’s what is offshore that matters, and we
bring you an exciting look at what sailboat racing is like in the
Caribbean, one of the world’s most welcoming destinations for
sailors and visitors alike. And for summer celebrations, we’ve
popped the cork on the story behind the Moet & Chandon cham-
pagne house, with a truly special visit to their maison, their cellars,
and their private home—a truly insiders view of their amazing ac-
complishments in the twin spheres of wine and food.
For others, it means investing in the things that make them who
they are, whether that’s great sunglasses, fast cars, private planes,
or even just a stiff drink. We spoke to executives at Persol and Lam-
borghini, about what makes their companies and products great, as
well as local businesspeople like Fadi Jaber, whose chain of cup-
cake bakeries has made life in the Middle East just a little bit
sweeter.
And of course, no issue of the 100 Thousand Club would be
complete without highlighting the unique individuals who make up
our readership and our sphere of interest—from Abed Mahfouz’s
couture and bridal atelir, to Sheikh Talal Zainy and his new con-
cept, the Z Club, to the world-famous Formula 1 driver Lewis
Hamilton, who is continuing his reign on the racecourse, we con-
tinue to be amazed by the passion and drive that is the hallmark of
all truly successful people.
I wish you smooth sailing, bright sunshine, and all the enjoy-
ment summer can provide, and we look forward to bringing you more
of our brand of luxury in the fall. Harlan Davis Editor-in-Chief
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