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Set on Versant Soleil in Mont-Tremblant, Eclipse Tremblant presents a rare collection of alpine villas designed for those who value privacy, permanence, and an elevated mountain lifestyle โ€” where nature, architecture, and four-season living converge just minutes from the vibrant resort village. Mont-Tremblant is recognized as one of North Americaโ€™s most distinctive mountain destinations, celebrated for its European charm, year-round recreational opportunities, and sophisticated resort culture. With easy access from major northeastern U.S. cities, it offers international buyers an exceptional combination of convenience, natural beauty, and Canadian stability โ€” making it a rare opportunity for those seeking an exclusive residence or vacation home in a premium mountain setting.

A New Standard in Mountain Living

Set for occupancy this summer, Eclipse Tremblant represents a new chapter in the evolution of high-end mountain living. Rather than adding density to an already desirable market, the project focuses on space, proportion, and architectural integrity. These are four- and five-bedroom villas ranging from 3,085 to 3,550 square feet, positioned along a private alpine street where forest, slope, and sky shape the experience.

 

A Vision for Lasting Residences

For Evelyne Cossette of Waddell Construction, the idea began with a clear observation: Tremblant is extraordinary, but the luxury segment lacked a true alpine estate offering. The market was filled with condominiums and short-term secondary residences, yet there were few opportunities for families seeking refined mountain homes designed with longevity in mind.

 

The vision for Eclipse was to create residences that feel permanent. Homes where design, sightlines, and density are carefully controlled so that owners experience space rather than proximity. With only 37 villas in the entire enclave, privacy was engineered from the master plan forward. Each home preserves forest buffers and architectural breathing room. When owners step onto their terraces, they look toward trees and mountain rather than neighboring rooftops.

 

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Seamless Connection to Nature

True ski-in/ski-out integration was approached practically, not as a marketing phrase. Each villa connects directly to the Algonquin trail, allowing fluid access to the slopes. Interior circulation supports that lifestyle with dedicated ski rooms and intuitive transitions between exterior and interior. Skiing becomes an extension of home life rather than a logistical effort.

 

Arrival reinforces the tone. Owners ascend to an elevated private street where the atmosphere shifts almost immediately. The vibrancy of the pedestrian village remains only minutes away, yet the setting feels calm and discreet, supporting outdoor activities year-round. For international families arriving from Montreal, New York, Miami, or Mexico City, that contrast is deliberate. Eclipse offers proximity without immersion in resort traffic.

Architecture in Dialogue with the Mountain

Architecturally, the villas interpret mountain luxury through restraint. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the landscape rather than compete with it. Natural materials were selected to age well and remain relevant decades from now. The lines are clean, contemporary, and balanced. As Cossette describes it, mountain luxury is not about excess; it is about proportion, light, and silence.

 

The interiors are scaled for connection. Great rooms filled with natural light accommodate slow mornings and evening gatherings around fire and wood. The architecture encourages rhythm โ€” skiing integrated into the day, shared meals, views that shift with weather and season. In a market often defined by spectacle, Eclipse focuses on atmosphere and architectural clarity.

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Between Retreat and Resort

The contrast between private retreat and resort vitality enhances lifestyle. Tremblant offers restaurants, boutiques, golf, hiking, lakes, and spas across all four seasons. Eclipse allows owners to decide when to participate and when to withdraw. That flexibility, the ability to move between energy and calm, is increasingly valuable to globally mobile families.

 

Tremblant itself continues to gain international recognition. While often associated primarily with skiing, it is a four-season destination with European charm, Canadian stability, and accessibility from major North American cities. For buyers comparing Colorado, Utah, or European alpine resorts, Tremblant offers a compelling balance: international appeal without saturation, strong infrastructure without overwhelming density, and a level of safety and discretion that resonates globally.

 

The Value of Scarcity

Eclipse strengthens that positioning through scarcity. There will only ever be 37 villas in this collection. Once complete, the enclave closes. In high-demand markets, irreplaceability carries weight. Limited inventory combined with true slope access creates structural value that extends beyond seasonal appeal.

 

Waddell Construction brings substantial experience to the project. A long-standing presence in Tremblantโ€™s luxury real estate market, the firm has partnered on major developments including Verbier Tremblant, Tremblant-les-Eaux, Havre des Lรฉgendes, and Horizon Tremblant. Each project demonstrates an ability to execute high-end alpine construction at scale. Eclipse represents a deliberate evolution โ€” fewer units, more space, greater architectural discipline.

A Rare Opportunity in Mont-Tremblant

From an ownership perspective, Eclipse balances emotional connection with long-term positioning. Tremblantโ€™s strong high-end seasonal demand provides flexibility for those who wish to rent, yet the villas were conceived as residences first. When architecture prioritizes ownership experience over turnover, the propertyโ€™s identity remains intact.

 

Ultimately, Eclipse Tremblant is not defined by trend or spectacle. It is defined by location, proportion, and permanence. Direct slope access. Architectural clarity. Limited inventory. A private alpine address within one of North Americaโ€™s most established four-season destinations. With only 37 villas, this collection represents a rare opportunity for families or international buyers seeking privacy, timeless design, and a meaningful investment that retains value across the seasons.

 

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At-Turaif in Diriyah, a UNESCO World Heritage site at Diriyah

 

By Jeannette Paulino, Middle East Section Editor

 

EXCLUSIVE LUXURY MAGAZINE had the pleasure of sitting down with Diriyahโ€™s newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer, Abdulrahman Yahya Al-Jefri, a Saudi national who has been deeply embedded in the Kingdomโ€™s transformation journey since the early days of Saudi Vision 2030. In this exclusive conversation, he reveals how culture, community, and immersive programming are at the heart of Diriyahโ€™s evolution, positioning it as a defining luxury cultural destination and one of Saudi Arabiaโ€™s most compelling and fast-evolving places to visit.

 

Diriyah: where story of modern Saudi Arabia begins

To learn about Diriyah is to understand the origin story of modern Saudi Arabia.

 

Historic photograph of Diriyah

 

Diriyah, is a historic city in the Kingdomโ€™s capital, and one of Saudi Arabiaโ€™s giga projects, undergoing a major transformation to be a premier tourism, cultural, and lifestyle destination. With over $63 billion invested, the project aims to attract +50 million yearly visitors by 2030, without losing sight of its roots.

 

Located just outside Riyadh, Diriyah is a 300-year-old historic city that once served as the capital of the First Saudi State, established in 1727. It is the ancestral home of the Al Saud family and the birthplace of the Kingdom itself.

 

Within Diriyah lies At-Turaif, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a beautifully preserved mud-brick citadel, featuring Najdi architectural style, which is a traditional, climate-responsive building style from the Najd region of Saudi Arabia (13thโ€“18th centuries).

 

At-Turaif in Diriyah, a UNESCO site

 

Diriyah: preserving heritage while shaping the future

Unlike many mega-developments in Saudi Arabia, Diriyah is not being built from scratch. It is already home to a community of 100,000 residents, with projections to welcome 100,000 more in the years to come. Diriyahโ€™s masterplan includes residential developments, over 40 hotels, retail spaces, offices, 16 schools, one university, sporting venues, public spaces, a 20,000-seat arena, and Saudi Arabiaโ€™s first purpose-built opera house.

 

The Royal Diriyah Opera House officially open in 2028

 

The city within a city as it is often referred to currently welcomes 2 million visits a year and hopes to welcome 50 million long-term visits, a key component of Saudi Arabiaโ€™s Vision 2030 economic diversification plan.

 

When prompted about the recent and current regional tensions, Diriyahโ€™s newest CMO, Abdulrahman Yahya Al-Jefri, reassured that visitation numbers have not slowed. Business in the Kingdom continues as usual. Cafes are buzzling. Folks are shopping and continuing to enjoy multiple forms of entertainment, including at Diriyah.

 

 

Diriyah: creating a destination people emotionally connect to

While the target tourism audience for Diriyah is 70% domestic, Al-Jefri shared that there is a clear ambition to build global relevance.

 

Through a focused international go-to-market strategy, Diriyah aims to unlock new corridors to Diriyah from Europe, the U.S., and Latin America.

 

Al-Jefri was proud to share that Diriyah has a Net Promoter Score of 95, an almost unheard-of number in global tourism.

 

Regardless of where travelers are coming from, Al-Jefri emphasizes the importance of creating a strong emotional connection to the cityโ€™s history, one that builds loyalty and encourages repeat visits.

 

So, how do you create that sense of belonging and connection?

 

Through culture.

 

โ€œWe are relying a lot on repeated visitation. Weโ€™re creating loyalty and repeated visitation, where people feel a connection to the place. That this is their extended living room.โ€
Abdulrahman Yahya Al-Jefri

 

Nuzul at At-Turaif; โ€œNuzulโ€ is an Arabic word that means hospitality, lodging, or welcoming guests

 

Diriyah: where culture becomes an immersive luxury experience

Al-Jefriโ€™s role as CMO centers on translating Saudi heritage into immersive, contemporary experiences, designed as products and programming that are participatory, inviting, and deeply human.

 

This includes activating all five senses, flavors, and a myriad of engagement formats, like storytelling, food, craft, seasonal programming, traditional dances where families, children and visitors all join in!

 

Samri Dance, traditional folk dance and musical performance originating from the Najd region, the same cultural region where Diriyah is located

 

Seasonal programming is anchored around key national and cultural moments, including Founding Day (February 22), Flag Day (March 11), Saudi National Day (September 23), Ramadan, and Eid, each bringing its own set of curated experiences.

 

Diriyah Season in the wintertime offers a storytelling festival, poetry recitals, animation masterclasses, and culinary activations inspired by regional heritage.

 

One standout example? A food festival that creates dishes inspired by novels, offering an exquisite interplay between cultural narrative and gastronomy.

 

Annual Diriyah Season Festival, offering immersive, live entertainment and culinary experiences

 

Diriyah: from storytelling festivals to starlit desert experiences

Other experiences take place around the mountain base camps, where visitors or residents can partake in horse riding, archery, stargazing, and traditional crafts like embroidery and calligraphy. Immersive activities also include an โ€œescape roomโ€ where visitors learn about the history of Diriyah while solving riddles and mysteries.

 

Minzal CAMP

 

Diriyah: a community-centered vision of luxury hospitality

Community is also an imperative component to Diriyahโ€™s alluring formula.

 

โ€œPart of our tradition, our Islamic values, is that you really need to take care of your neighbor. If we want to bring prosperity for a region, we first start with the people of the community.โ€
Abdulrahman Yahya Al-Jefri

 

That philosophy shows up in everything, from programming that engages residents and local artisans to showcase and sell their beautiful crafts to the way public spaces are designed to feel lived in.

 

Layali Diriyah (โ€œDiriyah Nightsโ€)

 

Diriyah: global luxury brands meet Saudi Arabia authenticity

Elevating any city for local, regional, or global attraction requires the right partnerships. Diriyah brings together some of the worldโ€™s most respected hospitality brands, including the Four Seasons, Capella, The Edition, and Address Hotels, alongside a mix of global and local retailers, like Adidas, Alo Yoga, On Running, and the regionโ€™s largest Dolce & Gabbana boutique and cafรฉ, which is now open In Bujairi Terrace.

 

Four Seasons Hotel Opening in 2027

 

Travel and tourism partnerships involve designing curated Heritage tours and participating in several B2C expos in London and Las Vegas to promote Diriyahโ€™s heritage, cultural, and entertainment offerings globally.

 

And guess what, Miami readers? Lionel Messi has been featured in tourism campaigns highlighting Diriyah, as part of his role as Saudi Arabiaโ€™s tourism ambassador, supporting a broader effort to connect the Kingdom with new global audiences.

 

Leo Messi and wife, Antonela Roccuzzo

 

Diriyah: a destination designed to be rediscovered

The conversation with Mr. Abdulrahman Yahya Al-Jefri uncovered new layers to Diriyah. The deeper its cultural allure unfolds, the stronger the pull becomes, leaving a lasting impression beyond the first visit.

 

Diriyah stands out as a special place where heritage is lived and experienced, rather than confined and preserved behind glass in a national museum.

 

Whether people visit for the annual book festival, the activities during the national holidays, or the culinary experiences, if Mr. Al-Jefri has anything to say about it, Diriyah is intentionally designed as a place that is not meant to be visited once, but a place people return to.

From left to right: Evgeny Kuzin, Mayor of Miami Beach, Stephen Meiner, Chef Izu Ani, and Mr. Juma Al Mansoori

 

By Jeannette Paulino, Middle East Section Editor

 

EXCLUSIVE LUXURY MAGAZINE had the delectable pleasure of savoring dinner and wine at South Beachโ€™s new hottest spot, Dubaiโ€™s home-grown Greek-Mediterranean concept, GAIA. Born of the meeting of two minds with the same vision, GAIA is an innovative concept that blends Greek culture, tradition, and imagination. Developed by industry experts Evgeny Kuzin and Chef Izu Ani with the aim of creating an entirely new dining experience, with a collaborative approach, they shared their knowledge and expertise to create a new standard for Greek cuisine.

 

Since its debut, the brand has evolved into one of Dubaiโ€™s most internationally recognized culinary exports. The brand has cultivated a loyal following around the world and, over the past few years, has expanded into Doha, London, Monaco, and Marbella, with summer residences in Saint-Tropez and Bodrum. Now, it is making its first U.S. debut.

 

โ€œEntering the U.S. market is a strategic milestone for us, and Miami is the right city to lead that chapter. It is global, design-driven, culturally rich, and unapologetically bold, values that sit at the core of GAIA, says Evgeny Kuzin, Chairman of Fundamental Hospitality. This opening represents our confidence in the brand, our belief in the market, and our commitment to building destinations that stand.โ€

 

GAIA Miami on the South of Fifth feels intentionally tailored to the city: elevated yet approachable, glamorous yet relaxed enough to become a neighborhood favorite for the global crowd that flows through South Beach.

 

GAIA Miami brought Izu Ani, a Nigerian British chef known for his talent in Europeโ€™s most elite restaurants. Now Chef Ani is happy to call GAIA Miami home and to focus on food that is simpler, lighter, and nourishing.

 

โ€œAt GAIA, everything begins with a deep respect for the ingredients. True luxury, to me, is simplicity, allowing each element to speak for itself. Every city brings its own energy, and in Miami, thereโ€™s a natural sense of vibrancy, lightness, and connection. The menu is designed to reflect that; dishes that are fresh, expressive, and meant to be shared. While the foundation is Greek, the influence is global, shaped by my journey and a belief that great food should feel both effortless and intentional,โ€ said Chef Izu Ani.

 

โ€œAt GAIA, everything begins with a deep respect for the ingredients. True luxury, to me, is simplicity, allowing each element to speak for itself. Every city brings its own energy, and in Miami, thereโ€™s a natural sense of vibrancy, lightness, and connection.โ€ Chef Izu Ani

 

Evgeny Kuzin and Chef Izu Ani

 

Ahead of its official opening, the restaurant welcomed an impressive guest list spanning Miamiโ€™s power players, celebrities, athletes, and tastemakers. Familiar faces included Miamiโ€™s locals, David and Isabel Grutman and Jorge Perez as well as Bethenny Frankel, Steve Stoute, Pat Riley, Kevin Love, and Caroline Wozniacki, among many others from Miamiโ€™s hospitality, sports, and real estate circles.

 

Isabel and David Grutman and Evgeny Kuzin

 

Guests can begin the evening at the expansive blue lava stone bar or choose to dine in plush lounge seating with soaring backlit shelves, displaying a mix of Mediterranean-inspired ceramics and art books, bringing a warm elegance to the space.

 

GAIA Miami Main Bar ยฉ Gaia

 

The moment guests walk into the main dining room, they are transported into a world that subtly merges Cycladic elegance with Miami sensuality. Caviar-inspired chandeliers twinkle above a warm palette of sand tones, teal accents, and Mediterranean textures. The space, designed by Richard Saunders of First Within, feels simultaneously airy and intimate, polished without trying too hard.

 

The main dining room at GAIA Miami ยฉ Gaia

 

The restaurant displays an eclectic display of pristine fish and seafood, known as the โ€œIce Market,โ€ where guests can personally select their fish and preferred preparation style. This personalized experience has become the brandโ€™s defining global signatures.

 

Fish display at GAIA Miamiโ€™s Ice Market

 

Among the standout dishes were the delicate sea bream carpaccio with citrus and truffle dressing, smoked tuna layered with richness and depth, the beloved barrel-aged baked feta wrapped in honey, nuts, and filo pastry, and the slow-cooked baby goat that effortlessly melted off the bone. The truffle pasta arrived creamy without becoming heavy, embodying the restaurantโ€™s balance between indulgence richness and restraint.

 

Sea Bream Carpaccio ยฉ Gaia

Baked feta ยฉ Gaia

 

The wine menu spans from a wide selection ranging from crisp Assyrtiko wines from Greece to celebrated French and Italian labels, thoughtfully selected to complement GAIAโ€™s seafood-driven cuisine and refined coastal aesthetic.

 

Dessert continued the experience beautifully, from honey-drizzled Greek yogurt to warm glazed loukoumades, Greeceโ€™s iconic doughnut-style pastries that arrive both comforting and delicate.

 

Greek yogurt and honey-glazed loukoumade ยฉ Gaia

 

Beyond GAIAโ€™s corridor, NYX Miami unfolds as a reservation-only experience within a limited seating environment, offering an intimate approach to private dining with late seating available throughout the evening.

 

Globally, GAIA and NYX have attracted celebrities like Tom Cruise, Naomi Campbell, LeBron James, Idris Elba, and Lewis Hamilton.

 

GAIA Miami NYX ยฉ Gaia

 

This is not the only Dubai brand that has made its way to Miami. Dubai developer, DAMAC Properties is building a luxury residential tower in Surfside. Dubai-based wellness hotel concepts like SIRO Hotel is gracing Brickell in 2030.

 

More UAE brands will make their way to Miami, from hospitality and wellness to real estate and tech. Miami is Dubaiโ€™s most natural launchpad for many of its cherished brands.

 

And, EXCLUSIVE LUXURY MAGAZINE will continue capturing those stories as they evolve.

 

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