Day: September 15, 2025

Tony and Jeanne Pritzker wed in 1989 and have six children. Tony Pritzker is one of the heirs to the Hyatt Hotels fortune and is chairman and CEO of Pritzker Private Capital. According to a recent Forbes estimate, he’s worth $4.4 billion.

The couple cited irreconcilable differences in their divorce filing.

Upon their split in 2022, Jeanne Pritzker wanted to remain in the home, while her husband wanted to sell.

The Wall Street Journal reported Tony Pritzker’s lawyers informed her she didn’t have any rights to the Pritzker estate; instead, it was owned by a series of trusts and LLCs.

The lawyers said that since she wasn’t a beneficiary of any of these trusts, she didn’t actually own the home.

The Journal reported that this is a growing trend among billionaires who want to hide their actual wealth for various reasons, including tax purposes, estate planning, and privacy.

The Pritzkers did not respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.

The home is in Beverly Crest, a neighborhood with some huge mansions. You might even recognize the zip code: 90210.

Among the Pritzkers’ neighbors was Jeff Bezos, who owns a property 1.4 miles away known as the Warner Estate. He purchased the home for a record-breaking $165 million in 2020.

Zillow shows nearby homes range from $1.3 million to $150 million.

“You feel like you’re floating in the view,” local real-estate agent Rayni Williams told the Journal. Williams isn’t involved with the sale but has attended events at the home.

She added that the view is unique because properties of this size tend to be in flatter areas of LA, rather than up in the hills.

Tuttle, who died in 2020, was known for designing the Thai luxury resort Amanpuri.

The Zillow listing noted that the patterned roof resembles the pyramid outside the Louvre, designed by I.M. Pei.

The home was made for entertaining, specifically, according to Jeanne Pritzker, for charity events.

Mitt Romney held a fundraiser at the property in 2012, The Hollywood Reporter reported.

While the exterior is limestone, the interior is mainly steel and glass.

On a clear day, you can see the Pacific Ocean.

The home also has its own wellness center.

They’re not visible in this photo, but the interior courtyard also has fountains.

The property also has parking for anywhere from 80 to 100 cars.

The infinity pool is 75 feet long and made with green marble.

There’s even a “custom swimsuit spinner,” per the Journal.

Any sports fan would be happy here.

It’s a two-story building with two bedrooms of its own.

The property was completed in 2011, the Journal reported.

“You couldn’t build it today. This is the finest house I’ve ever seen,” the listing agent, Stephen Shapiro, told the Journal.

Shapiro, of Westside Estate Agency, is marketing the listing with his colleague Kurt Rappaport.

Editor’s note: This story was originally published in October 2024. It was updated in September 2025 to reflect the property’s price decrease.

To maximize my travel experiences, I follow a simple rule: For every hour spent traveling, I give myself at least one full day at my destination.

For example, a 40-minute flight from Maui to Oahu is fine for an overnight stay or even a day trip, but for a 13-hour international flight, I’m taking a minimum of two weeks to explore at a leisurely pace.

I also like to plan a buffer day at both the beginning and end of my trips to give myself time to settle in, adjust to any jet lag, and become accustomed to my surroundings.

In my experience, travelers often fall into one of two categories: those who build an itinerary down to the minute, and those who leave everything to chance.

My trick is to find a balance between the two. For activities that require planning — perhaps because reservations are hard to secure or they’re only available on certain days during my travels — I make sure to schedule them in advance to ensure I don’t miss out.

But I also think it’s good to have days with no plans at all, so I can wander aimlessly through a city or take a day to relax at my accommodations and reset for the adventures yet to come.

This helps keep me entertained while also making me feel fresh and alert throughout my travels.

Novice travelers may think hostels only offer the bare essentials, but in my experience, many are designed with socialization in mind.

Some properties feature game rooms or on-site bars that serve as natural gathering places, while others may host events, like trivia nights, karaoke, or off-site activities, including hikes and city walks.

Sometimes, I think it’s worth spending a little extra on a hostel with more amenities or built-in events if I want a guaranteed social outlet. These help create safe, supervised environments where I can meet like-minded travelers — whether they’re solo or exploring with loved ones — and connect with locals, too.

Although group tours can cost more upfront, in my experience, they often balance out — or even save me money — once I factor in transportation, entry fees, and convenience.

In my opinion, though, the best part of an organized tour is the insider knowledge I gain along the way.

For example, your guide can fill you in on history, local culture, names of plants and animals, or even little secrets you’d probably miss otherwise, like a shortcut or hidden path with an amazing view.

Plus, I think riding in a tour bus makes things easier, since I don’t have to worry about navigation, I can rest between stops, and avoid extra costs like rental car insurance or gas.

Although some travelers may prefer to keep to themselves, I like to pack an item that can help spark conversations with those around me: tarot cards.

The cards are something I enjoy on my own, but they also give others an easy excuse to approach me. Since tarot is a bit niche, it usually means anyone who notices it either shares my interests or is willing to learn, both of which are great icebreakers.

That’s why I always recommend carrying something with you that signals openness and can help serve as a conversation starter. This could be something tied to a hobby, a travel-sized game, or anything that naturally sparks curiosity.

A good conversation starter should give people a quick glimpse into who you are and what you’re open to connecting over. From there, you can decide which interactions to continue or deepen.

When I’m traveling solo, I think the safer option is always the smarter choice, even if it means spending more money.

For example, in my opinion, saving $20 on an Uber by opting for a 20-minute walk that begins in a dark, sketchy alley just isn’t worth the risk. If something costs my sense of safety or security, it’s too expensive.

The same goes for comfort. In my experience, sometimes paying a little more for a private room after weeks of sleeping in dorms is important for my mental well-being.