Though the Mercedes-AMG GT S bears more than a passing resemblance to the Porsche 911, this elegantly proportioned two-seater makes an entirely original statement with its innovative engineering and striking styling. The GT S’s all-new 503 hp, 4-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 is the world’s first power plant to combine so-called deep-V turbochargers (which reduce lag and are nestled between the two cylinder heads) with dry-sump lubrication (which ensures proper oil circulation during h…

In the same way every aspect of a racecar is rigorously monitored to ensure peak performance, high-end timepieces require the same extensive diagnostics to ensure their engines are running optimally, and the new Lepsi Watch Analyzer is the right tool for the job.

Created by the Geneva-based engineers and artisans at Lepsi, the analyzer measures a watch’s accuracy rate to within 0.1 second per day. The device records pertinent data while attached to a smartphone or tablet (compatible with iOS and select iPho…

A secluded safari experience in the heart of the Kalahari.

Exclusivity is paramount to the experience at any private villa, but when it comes to Tarkuni—the Oppenheimer family’s retreat on their Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve in South Africa—the concept takes on new meaning. Available to the public for the first time last September, the five-suite estate sits amid 250,000 acres of savannah grasslands and red sand dunes, offering a maximum of just 10 guests a seemingly unending playground shared with the black…

Oscar Wilde once said, “The secret of life is in art.” If that is the case, the Cultivist, the first global art club, has it all figured out. The club was founded in March by Marlies Verhoeven and Daisy Peat—both former directors at Sotheby’s—who launched the auction house’s Preferred program for elite clients in New York and London, respectively. The decision to leave their positions and collaborate from a blank canvas came after seeing a high demand for customized and exclusive art experiences from aficionad…

One of the most recognizable icons of hi-fi audio, the original McIntosh monoblock vacuum-tube power amplifier featured a sleek black exterior and mesmerizing, glowing power meters along with top-of-the-line audio quality. Recognizing the appeal of its vintage gear, the company has re-released the MC75 amplifier and the C22 preamplifier—updated and improved to meet the exacting standards of the modern audiophile. The MC75 is a mono amplifier that delivers 75 watts to 2, 4, or 8 ohm loudspeakers. It incorporate…

The Scout’s design includes a cast aluminum-and-steel frame, fenders with chrome details, and a beautiful leather saddle.

Flaunting sculpted fenders, a curving tank, and gleaming pipes, the Indian Scout is a wonder to view. Though it is priced at just under $11,000, it has the look and performance of a premium bike. Its design also includes a cast aluminum-and-steel frame, a glossy or matte tank and fenders with chrome details, and a beautiful leather saddle. The prominent badging on the fuel tank, …

Located along the pristine shores of the Aegean Sea, the Jumeirah Bodrum Palace in Bodrum, Turkey, boasts 135 suites and villas with gorgeous seaside views and spacious private terraces. Opened in May, the Jumeirah offers first-class spa services, gourmet restaurant options, and 57 swimming pools. Although every inch of the resort is opulent, the star of the show at this seaside Mediterranean destination is the three-story, six-bedroom Palace villa, which covers 21,527 square feet and can accommodate up to 12 …

To celebrate its 70th anniversary, the venerable fashion house Brioni is releasing a collection of 70 limited-edition sunglasses. The aviator-shaped Brioni Gold Edition 70 glasses feature 18-karat, white-gold frames; horn temples; and polarized, nonglare platinum lenses with a slight mirrored effect. The sunglasses come with a dark-chocolate-colored case and a walnut box to protect them from scratches. Durable enough to last for years, the sophisticated glasses are available at select boutiques for $9,950. Bri…

A super Tuscan by any name.

Although wine enthusiasts drink Super Tuscans with, well, great enthusiasm, not all of them can define precisely what one is. Coined in the 1970s, the term denotes Indicazione geografica tipica wines—or typical regional wines—that fall outside of the parameters of Denominazione di origine controllata e garantita labeling regulations. The latter guidelines require that a wine be produced in a specific region and in compliance with specific standards, which stipulate the varietals …

As the season for summer getaways approaches, so too do the inevitable challenges of packing light and transitioning to travel-friendly style. We have curated a selection of seven high-end essentials that will make vacationing as carefree and tasteful as it should be, from wireless headphones and a waterproof timepiece to a convertible travel valet and a two-in-one men’s bag. Bon voyage!