buyrentinvest FOUR SEASONS SEYCHELLES If you're looking to buy into paradise, the Four Seasons Private Residences Seychelles offer a triple incentive to invest. The freehold plots for each villa are an acre in size; their location is in a hurricane- free zone overlooking the Indian Ocean and one of the world's finest beaches; and there is no tax on capital gains or inheritance. Of the 28 villas, just ten remain to be sold at the resort on the west side of Mahé at Petite Anse, and they are due for completion in late 2010. Award- winning architecture sees various living levels with terraces overlooking the ocean and jungle, large verandas, infinity pools, private accommodations, Bose home entertainment systems and unique features. The villas are adjacent to the Four Seasons Resort Seychelles, and villa owners have full use of the resort's excellent facilities - including a gymnasium, helipad and restaurants. Villas start from US$ 7 million. For details visit www. seychellesresidences. com MALIBU BEACH Malibu's most exclusive beaches have two new seafront houses for rent. Located on the grassy bluff of Zuma Beach, the Palm Pavilion is a modern interpretation of a classic Californian beach bungalow, with three double bedrooms and four bathrooms - every room having ocean views for watching dolphins, sunsets and surfers. There is a media room, bar and garden pool, along with a concierge service and the option of a private chef, childcare and chauffeur service. Alternatively, you can opt for the Malibu Beach House, which sits on a dramatic bluff overlooking the pristine El Matador beach, with Pacific views, rose gardens, sweeping lawns and privacy- ensuring palm trees. There are five en- suite double bedrooms and one twin, a wraparound veranda, and a private pool, gymnasium, hot tub and sauna in the grounds. The master bedroom also has a four- poster bed, fireplace, Jacuzzi and private veranda. For details visit www. sjvillas. co. uk WINTER 2010I sea& iI69

70Isea& iIWINTER 2010 Technology marches at an alarming rate and, being one of the few systems that the yacht owner has a hands- on relationship with, entertainment equipment is very much in the firing line when it comes to talking about the latest and greatest. Paul Rose from Icon Connect looks at some of the leading options available, and offers advice on the best strategy to avoid getting burnt by future advances THE BIG FIVE audiovisual