Elite Traveler March-April 2017

DISCOVER

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We love… 3Lab Super Cream Our skin can become extremely damaged when exposed to the elements, so premium skincare is essential when embarking on an adventure. 3Lab’s Super Cream is a must-have product when faced with potentially skin-damaging conditions. Using breakthrough apple stem-cell technology to combat the signs of aging, this cream decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in a matter of days, while sap from the dragon blood tree soothes and protects. $875, 3lab.com

Technology

TAKE THREE/// PERSONAL DRONES

AIRDOG This self-flying action sports drone has different settings for each sport, so it customizes itself to give you the optimum performance for any activity. Perfect for cycling, snowboarding, surfing or just jumping off cliffs, the AirDog also folds down to an easy-to-carry backpack size. $1,599, airdog.com

The X1D-50c 4116 Edition, launched to celebrate Hasselblad’s 75 years at the top of the photography industry

LILY CAMERA Billing itself as the world’s first throw-and- shoot camera, the Lily Camera is easy to use and doesn’t require any tech add-ons. It’s ideal for technophobes who want good-quality footage without any complicated assembly; you can literally take it out of the box, throw it in the air and go. $999, lily.camera

Hasselblad X1D-50c 4116 Edition Medium-Format Camera Committed to “pushing the boundaries of excellence” since 1941, Hasselblad has created the X1D-50c 4116 Edition to celebrate the company’s 75 years at the forefront of outstanding photography. The perfect travel companion, the X1D is compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand and incredibly lightweight, yet it still provides the highest quality thanks to its innovative mirrorless Adventure-proof

technology – the first time this has been used in a digital medium-format camera. Features of the X1D, which can work in extreme temperatures, include an XGA electronic viewfinder, allowing for crystal-clear viewing even in challenging lighting conditions, an extended ISO range up to a staggering 25,600 and shutter speed range of 60 minutes to 1/2,000th second with flash synchronisation at all speeds. $13,345, hasselblad.com

DJI PHANTOM 4 Able to avoid obstacles thanks to its built-in sensors, the piloted DJI Phantom 4 is sleek and professional-looking, with a camera that is as powerful as a normal ground camera. Even selfies can be captured without the remote control, since the aircraft can take instruction through gestures. $1,025, dji.com

Words Samantha Coles and Thea Halstead