Jazz of Monaco yacht by Azimut-Benetti Group

The name Benetti is synonymous with a robust, custom Italian yacht building tradition that dates back to 1873. In particular, the company Azimut-Benetti Group is known for building luxury motor yachts and “superyachts” for the most discerning international clientele. In true Benetti style and tradition, the company’s Jazz of Monaco is a superyacht that exceeds all expectations.

Jazz of Monaco extends out to a luxurious length of nearly 100 feet, offering spacious and exceptionally stylish comfort for eight guests. Featuring a master suite offering breathtaking panoramic views, a VIP suite, a double cabin and a twin cabin, Jazz of Monaco’s modern décor, neutral soft finishing and strong propensity for inviting in natural light make it a delight on which to relax and enjoy life. A well-appointed dining area, lavish bar and spacious outdoor areas including an alfresco dining space on the main deck ensure the Jazz of Monaco is the ultimate yacht on which to entertain. The upper deck – rarely found on a yacht of this length – is furnished in large sun pads for guests to lie on and soak up the Mediterranean sunshine. Additional luxury amenities onboard the Jazz of Monaco include a jacuzzi on the fly deck, a home cinema entertainment system with sky TV, several plasma screens throughout, surround sound audio system and advanced GPS capabilities. Based in Monaco, the Jazz of Monaco is available for charter during the Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix, among other notable events. It’s an ideal choice for corporate getaways and family holidays, ensuring an unforgettable cruise experience.

Jazz of Monaco Main Salon

In addition, the private ensuite baths of the Jazz of Monaco feature THG luxury faucetry and amenities. Such amenities are in line with Benetti’s longstanding tradition of delivering the utmost in opulence to its discerning clientele.

Chewton Glen in Hampshire, England

Boasting 130 acres of Hampshire countryside on the cusp of the New Forest National Park, Chewton Glen is the premier 5-Star luxury country house hotel in the United Kingdom; and it is nothing short of a breathtaking, English original.

A proud member of Relais & Chateaux – a collection of the most opulent and beautiful restaurants and hotels located throughout the world – Chewton Glen offers its guests effortlessly gracious English hospitality and a strikingly poised balance between heritage and forward-thinking. Offering 58 individually decorated rooms in a sophisticated modern-classic style, the utilization of antique furnishings and rich fabrics treat guests to the ultimate in luxury. For the most discerning guests, Chewton Glen offers four traditional Master Suites that are the embodiment of English country living. The Jacob Faithful Suite offers a private balcony overlooking the hotel’s sweeping and meticulously manicured lawns, as well as an elegant sitting room perfect for enjoying an afternoon spot of tea. Further adding to Chewton Glen’s allure is its 3 AA-Rosette restaurant, featuring an eclectic style of cookery by world-renowned Head Master Chef Luke Matthews. Matthews’ flair for turning fresh local produce such as wild mushrooms, game from the New Forest and seafood from Christchurch, into delectable works of culinary artistry, keeps guests satiated and tantalized at once. Furthermore, the restaurant’s wine cellar offers 700 bottles handpicked from the finest wine regions around the world. Additional luxury amenities include a world-class spa and gym, an ozone treated indoor swimming pool, a stunning 9-hole par 3 gold course, a well-appointed tennis center and a spectacular croquet lawn. Chewton Glen is undoubtedly a very special place in the world, voted “One of the Top Hotels in the World” and “Best Hotel in the British Isles” at the 2010 Condé Nast Traveller annual readers awards.

Chewton Glen Lounge

Chewton Glen Hotel

Chewton Glen’s sumptuous interiors are further enhanced by THG faucetry and accessories; designers of the most luxurious hotel interiors frequently gravitate towards THG, as the Parisian manufacturer’s products embody the finest in quality and luxury.

Octopus, a megayacht owned by Paul Allen, the co-founder of Microsoft

When billionaire Paul Allen, American investor and philanthropist who co-founded Microsoft with Bill Gates, decided he wanted his own yacht, he naturally went all out and spared no expense. The result: a 414-foot megayacht, affectionately known as Octopus, which is among the largest privately owned vessels of its kind in the world.

The magnificent exterior of the Octopus was designed by Espen Øino Naval Architects and the vessel was built by the German shipbuilders Lürssen in Bremen, Germany and HDW in Kiel, Germany; the stunning interior was imagined by celebrated designer Jonathan Quinn Barnett. Upon first glance at Octopus, it is easy to see the vessel embodies German discipline, preciseness and flawlessness. Octopus offers luxury accommodation for up to 26 guests in 41 suites. She is also capable of carrying up to 57 crewmembers onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Octopus’ highly unique features include two helipads on the top deck each with their own choppers, a sixty-three foot tender docked in the transom, seven boats varying in size and scope, several jet skis, a pool on one of the upper decks, a full length basketball court, and perhaps most notably, two submarines. One of the submarines is a ground crawler operated by remote control and ideal for researching the bottom of the ocean; the other is a 10-man vessel designed to endure up to two weeks underwater and a capacity to sleep up to eight. Octopus is the ultimate vessel on which to entertain and considering that Allen is well known for keeping eclectic and high profile company, the two are a match made in heaven. On one particular News Year’s eve, for example, Allen threw a bash that included EU Commissioner of Trade, Peter Mandelson, and superstar pop artist Usher. On other occasions, Octopus has hosted members of U2, Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein, and clothing designer Diane von Furstenberg. Most recently, the ship was spotted at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival, where Allen was hosting a Brazilian-themed party onboard. Guests included supermodel Bar Refaeli, Jane Fonda, Jodie Foster, Paul Haggis and Ryan Gosling, who sipped on caipirinhas and dined on authentic Brazilian cuisine. The megayacht is an ideal shelter for Allen and his high profile guests who seek refuge from maddening crowds and intrusive media. Octopus is frequently seen en route to exotic locales and ports in Barbados, Jamaica, Florida, Greece, Croatia, Norway, and Tahiti. The vessel is valued at around $200 million, with an estimated $20 million annual budget to operate.

Additionally, Octopus features THG luxury faucetry and accessories within its bath environments. When designing one of the world’s most lavish yachts, the Parisian manufacturer was a natural choice in achieving the look and feel of opulence.

Hotel Keppler in Paris, France

From contributing designs to the Four Seasons and Ritz–Carlton hotels, to creating incredible restaurant environments for superstar chefs like Joel Robuchon and Alain Ducasse, interior designer extraordinaire, Pierre Yves Rochon, is nothing short of a world-class talent. Hotel Keppler in Paris demonstrates that his eye for design translates equally well to the chic, boutique environment.

Situated in the city center of Paris just steps from the Champs Elysees, Hotel Keppler is an unabashedly design-forward masterpiece occupying a strikingly glamorous space. For the design-enthusiast, Rochon has created a timeless visual feast of eye-catching, contemporary décor that brims with color, texture and detail. Picture blacks and whites interwoven with feminine cranberries and bold yellows; damask curtains providing an exquisite contrast to concave leather headboards; and plush furniture drenched in wild fuchsias and exotic animal prints. Hotel Keppler’s 39 rooms are undeniably spacious and penthouse-style suites on the top floor are a modern jetsetter’s private paradise; many offer incomparable views of the Eiffel Tower, among other choice sights offered by Europe’s most romantic city. The hotel’s proximity to unrivaled comforts and pleasures such as the restaurants and retail offerings of Champs Elysees, or the lush greenery of Parc de Monceau, ensure that guests will always feel quite at home. In fact, perhaps for more than any other reason, it is Hotel Keppler’s feel of a chic Parisian home, rather than a large traditional hotel, which makes it such an inviting oasis within a massive metropolis. Both holiday travelers and international business guests will undoubtedly feel welcome from the moment they arrive.

Furthermore, Hotel Keppler features luxury THG faucetry and accessories within its designer bathroom suites. The Parisian manufacturer’s products are a perfect compliment to the brilliant stylistic inclinations of Pierre Yves Rochon.

Hotel de Crillon in Paris, France

As one of the world’s oldest luxury hotels – and in firm possession of the distinction that comes with having been commissioned as a palace by King Louis XV – Hotel de Crillon is among the most mythical and lavish hospitality settings in existence.

Situated in the heart of Paris on the world famous Place De La Concorde, and only steps away from the Champs-Elysees, Hotel de Crillon boasts the kind of history that only a former palace could possess. First occupied by Louis Marie Augustin, Duke of Armont and a celebrated collector of French and other works of art, the building was later purchased by its architect, Louis-Francois Trouard. In 1778, the building became part of international history when it was utilized as a venue for signing the first treaties between France and the United States; notable luminaries in attendance included Benjamin Franklin and Arthur Lee. A little more than a decade later, the building was purchased by Francois-Felix-Dorothee Berton des Balbes, Count of Crillon, but was soon confiscated during the turmoil of the French Revolution. In a rather interesting and macabre twist, King Louis XVI had his head taken in a guillotine in front of the building a few years later. In 1907, the Societe du Louvre purchased the building and ever since, it has been an iconic hotel of great distinction in Paris. Today, after a thorough refurbishment by famed architect Gabriel Hippolyte Destailleur that has seamlessly melded the hotel’s classical décor with 21st century style, Hotel de Crillon cultivates nothing short of an “a la francaise” lifestyle for its discerning international clientele. The hotel’s 147 guest rooms and suites feature a range of aesthetic pleasures including spectacular high ceilings, period floorboards, precious silk draping and gold leaf ornamentation. The hotel also offers exclusive Presidential apartments that have been frequented by notable guests including the late composer, Leonard Bernstein. Hotel de Crillon’s restaurant, Les Ambassadeurs – a fixture on the S. Pellegrino World’s 50 Best Restaurantslist – features the classical French technique of Head Chef Jean-Francois Piege, served in the former ballroom of the Duke of Crillon; the result is a meal of sumptuous decadence that is unparalleled in the city. Ultimately, a stay at Hotel de Crillon is a rare opportunity to experience the rich history of France while being pampered with world-class accommodations and service.

Additionally, Hotel de Crillon handpicked the luxury faucetry and accessories offered by THG for its bath environments. When it came to restoring a historic hotel that required nothing but the best, the Parisian manufacturer was a natural choice.