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LA DOLCE VITA

For all of the luxuries of Monte Carlo, the extravagance of Macau or the lifestyle of Miami, perhaps there is nowhere on the planet that has been a draw for the rich and powerful for as long as the island of Capri in Italy. Located on the Bay of Naples, Capri has had a magnetic pull for millennia. From the ancient Greeks to Augustus, the first Roman emperor, the island has been a haven and idyllic escape throughout history, one which still draws visitors from around the globe for its unmatched beauty, luxury and romanticism. It also offers a rare combination of modern amenities on par with those found anywhere in Europe, with the antiquities, ruins and historical narrative sure to intrigue curious visitors to the island.

Of course, being Italian, the island has a world-class

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