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We know where

We areNota Bene creates and publishes highly opinionated reviewcontent on the world’s most sought after cities and resorts as wellas trends and opinion pieces. We also manage bespoke travel andlifestyle for an illustrious international clientele. Passionate in theart of discernment it was with this passion that the brand wasfounded by Elaine and Anthony Lassman. With our team we travelthe world in pursuit of the exceptional and unforgettable, just aswe have done for over 30 years.

A private islandbeach villa inthe Caribbean

We seekWe search endlessly for the special destinations, finest hotels andvillas, private islands, boats and planes - as well as exquisitethings to purchase and the top people for wellbeing and beauty.We know that it is the details which matter yet are so oftenoverlooked. We also know that it is the people one knows who canmake things happen and provide access. Nota Bene has access.

A voyage through theseas of Indonesia

We thinkOur opinions are independent, impartial and informed. We putit all in context. When? For who? And why? We experiencealmost everything firsthand, rather than relying upon othersand we experience it over time, capturing the essence and USPof a destination. This comes with discernment, passion and anappreciation of the finer things in life.

Master suite viewin a 58,000 acre privatereserve overlookingMount Kenya

We offerA sophisticated viewpoint of what modern luxury travel andlifestyle should be about reflected in expert advice and top-levelmanagement services. Arranged for the very few.

A suite in Europe’smost luxurious newmountain hotel

We inviteNota Bene counts among its members many of the world’s mostinfluential people from finance, fashion, media, the arts andbusiness.

We would like to extend an invitation to you.

4,000 feet above sea-levelin Sri-Lanka’s verdanttea country

They say“I have always loved Nota Bene – they’re like your best frienddishing insider tips on where to go and what to ask for in theworld’s most fabulous destinations.”Michael Kors, Designer

“It’s the level of details that Nota Bene seeks to find for its customers, which particular room, who is the head of housekeeping, the head of food and beverage, names of great people within a great hotel.”Julius Baer, Swiss Private Bank

“Like having a witty, well-traveled pal.”The Oprah Magazine

“Having to travel so frequently I like Nota Bene because of itsrefreshing approach and personal insights into each destination.”Tamara Mellon

It feels like a sumptuous private villa which happens to be Europe’s finest boutique hotel

They say“Being able to tell people that the Paris Prada has more specialitems than other branches, or knowing designers well enough toask them to make a special variant of a catwalk piece they didn’tplan to produce.”How to Spend It

Your contribution to the success of this WE was decisive. In the name of all my colleagues and friends here, may I express our deep gratitude.” - Pierre Ahlborn, Chairman, Banque de Luxembourg

“The combination of the attention to detail and humour in thereviewing, sets it apart from other travel publications… A very sophisticated, highly objective review.”Sir Tim Rice, Lyricist, UK

Returning to theyacht after lunch onFormentera

“It is the greatest travelguide in the world, usedby knowing rock starsand the odd royal.”The Independent on Sunday, UK

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