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Miami has long been known as an international travel destination. The cosmopolitan melting pot is overflowing with culture, art, food, and an impressive nightlife. On top of that, the weather is good year-round, with mild winters and hot summers, making it the perfect retreat for those looking to escape from the brutal East Coast climates. Miami's heavy Latino influence draws people from all parts of the globe (you can’t go far without passing a bar or restaurant playing Latin music). But what makes the city really special is its one-of-a-kind offering of world-class hospitality, dining, and endless MIami VIP events.

An international, luxury trip is an opportunity to fully disconnect from daily life and be able to rest, enjoy, and experience something different. But the process of planning the trip, especially in these times, can be incredibly time-consuming and stressful. Here at EliteLyfe, we believe the planning and booking process shouldn’t be a drag, but rather should be the beginning of an exciting journey. With our 7 years of experience sourcing and organizing everything from superyachts and private jets to mountaintop estates and private islands — in the most sought-after destinations around the world — we have refined the whole process down to a fine art.

There are two things that bring people together in life: music and sports. Of the few events there are that combine them both, there is arguably no greater spectacle than the legendary Superbowl. One of the biggest sporting events in the US — and the world — the Superbowl Big Game weekend is attended by everyone who's anyone. Once a year, the monumental display brings the biggest names and most legendary parties to its host city for several days of unbridled fun.

The size of the global yacht fleet is growing at a rapid pace. Luckily for the yacht charter market, this means the number of options available above or around 100m is also on the rise. Such enormous vessels can be categorized as superyachts (over 30m), megayachts (60m), and gigayachts (90m). All of the above are becoming increasingly popular options for anyone looking to host an elite event, go on a luxury vacation, or celebrate an extra special occasion.

The private planes are arriving at Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport as art patrons from around the world seek to discover modern classics and the new generation of emerging stars in the contemporary art world. After being cancelled last year, Art Basel Miami Beach is back with some of the Earth’s most striking and provocative works of contemporary and modern art. The Miami Beach Convention Center continues to host the highly prestigious event since its inception in 2002, and today, the spectacle is bigger and more impressive than ever before.

Today, chartering a yacht is easier than it has ever been. You can book a yacht charter in a few minutes with an app, using a yacht rental website, or even by calling the owner via an ad on CraigsList. These options mean more and more people are looking to yachting as a viable option for their vacations, events, and family celebrations. The fact is, whether you’re in the market for something glamorous, adventurous, wellness-focused, or just plain fun, there is a yacht charter for you.

Setting your departure and arrival times, rocking up just twenty minutes before the flight, and being the only passengers on board is something few people get to experience. But if you do, it can completely redefine your idea of air travel. With more people recognizing such freedoms and safety benefits, the private jet charter market is experiencing a huge surge in bookings. Private air travel allows many people to keep their lives and businesses flowing in style, even during economic or public health crises.

One of the smallest islands in the Caribbean, the little-known tropical paradise of St Barts (St Barths for locals) is quickly becoming an internationally renowned luxury travel destination where the world's best known and most influential figures go to disconnect and recharge. Located at the border of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, the overseas collectivity of France uniquely combines the sophistication of St-Tropez with the laissez-fare of the Caribbean lifestyle. The result is somewhat unprecedented: an extremely exclusive yet unpretentious natural sanctuary.

The number of people booking luxury villa rentals has dramatically increased over the past year. Many are new to the market and are planning their first premium vacation, while others are seeking out evermore privacy and luxury in their favorite destinations. Whether it's your first or fiftieth time, renting a private villa can be a tricky process and it requires many more steps than booking a hotel room. Without a thorough understanding of how the market works, it can lead to being taken for a ride—or at the very least, having problems with your booking and experiencing unwelcome surprises during your stay.Thanks to many years in the luxury travel industry and working with some of the most exclusive properties in the world, we know all the ins and outs of villa rentals. Here, we've mapped out the ten essential steps for successfully securing your dream villa rental. Follow them to a tee and your trip will be everything you want it to be and more

When searching for an off-grid, remote travel adventure, it's difficult to find somewhere truly untouched and yet to be fully explored. But there are rare exceptions in this world, and if you are curious enough to venture off the beaten path and find them, you will be duly rewarded. In the Gulf of Chiriqui, on the Pacific coast of Panama, there is one such hidden gem. Here, intrepid travelers find an archipelago of fourteen volcanic islands with one of the most diverse marine ecosystems on the planet. The region is a refuge for sea life and a precious haven for those seeking a once-in-a-lifetime, off-grid travel experience.

It's not often you escape for a week or two and get the chance to fully disconnect from daily life. A typical vacation can help you decompress and enjoy a few days in the sun, but mundane demands and responsibilities are never too far away. To truly disengage, sometimes you have to leave your everyday world and step into a completely different one. This is exactly the feeling you get upon arriving at Necker Island, the 74-acre private Caribbean island paradise and home of Sir Richard Branson.

Being castaway on a tropical island brings to mind images of rustic shacks and basic services that are far away from the luxuries of the modern world. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience of returning to a more primitive way of living, but you wouldn’t necessarily want to stay there forever. Calivigny Island turns this idea of the castaway experience on its head. An 80-acre private island with the amenities of a world-class resort, Calivigny rivals and even surpasses the palatial grandeur of the most royal, stately abodes. Every inch of the tiny secluded islet is designed to redefine the experience of being stranded on a deserted island.