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Want the Jet Set Life? Talk to the Concierge

  By KYMBERLEE FERNANDES   Aug 13th 2012 at 6:00AM Lifestyle RATED

John Aduna

 

Take a Luxurious Holiday, HNI-Style

 

We scouted and found a concierge agency that will give you access to the most coveted parties, holiday destinations and the like, without wasting much of your time. Called Music and Commerce, it is a New York-based agency. Part of the larger company, Private Client Services is headed by business partners John Aduna and Marc David.

 

We got John Aduna who has travelled the world for over 20 years in pursuit of the extraordinary to tell us about emerging trends in travel and what the high net worth folks are looking for

 

Kymberlee Fernandes

What is luxury to you?

John Aduna

Luxury is an effortless elegance and an appreciation of quality.

Kymberlee Fernandes

How has the notion of luxury changed over the last decade?

John Aduna

 In the past luxury leaned towards material possessions. Now, luxury has shifted to experiences and travel.

Kymberlee Fernandes

In terms of dining, what are jet setters looking for? Where can you find the same?

John Aduna

 Jet setters are looking for something unique that will tantalize their evolved palettes. Some of our favorite restaurants across the globe include Asiate in New York, Bazaar in Los Angeles, Le Meurice in Paris and Caprice in Tokyo.

 

Take a Luxurious Holiday, HNI-Style
Asiate in New York. Image via Mandarin Oriental 

 

Kymberlee Fernandes

Which are the most sought-after holiday destinations this season?

John Aduna

 Many of our clients are traveling to the Middle East to cities like Doha. There has been a renewed interest in the Middle East since it is the next big business epicenter after Asia.

 

Kymberlee Fernandes

When picking out holiday destinations, what are top five necessities your clients look for?

John Aduna

 1. Privacy

2. Ease of access for private jets and yachts

3. Amenities and services

4. Quality

5. Great dining and nightlife options 

 

Take a Luxurious Holiday, HNI-Style
Louvre in Paris. Image courtesy: Reuters

Kymberlee Fernandes

Which restaurants and vacation destinations fit the must-visit category?

John Aduna

 Everyone should dine at Le Bernardin at least once in the lifetime and take a trip to Pyramids of Giza, The Great Barrier Reef in Australia and of course the Louvre in Paris.

 

Kymberlee Fernandes

What's your advice if one wants to travel billionaire-style?

John Aduna

 Charter a private jet. We can help you with that.

 

Music and Commerce is a luxury private concierge.

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