Billionaires move in tight social circles. After all, they often become close acquaintances after frequenting the same invitation-only events year after year.
As part of its recent Billionaire Census, Wealth-X, an international wealth management firm, put together a "Billionaire Social Calendar" that lists the most important parties, sporting events, and conferences for the global elite.
From star-studded Wimbledon in London to the tech- and business-savvy Davos conference in Switzerland, keep reading to see where you can rub shoulders with the beautiful, powerful, and insanely rich in 2014.
JANUARY: Davos (World Economic Forum), Switzerland
January 22-25th, 2014
What It Is: Geneva-based nonprofit World Economic Forum hosts an annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland to discuss global topics in an effort to improve the state of our world. Next year's theme will be "The Reshaping of the World: Consequences for Society, Politics and Business."
Who Goes: Over 2,500 public officials, royalty, CEOs, academics, and media people, including former Prime Minister Tony Blair, movie star Charlize Theron, and Business Insider's Henry Blodget, to name just a few.
Where They Stay:Hotel Belvédère or Hotel Seehof, where events, meetings, and parties are typically held throughout the event.
FEBRUARY: Winter Olympics, Russia
February 7-23rd, 2014
What It Is: The 2014 Winter Olympic Games will be held in Sochi, Russia, featuring 14 different winter sport disciplines including Alpine skiing, figure skating, and ice hockey.
Who Goes: In addition to famous professional athletes like Lolo Jones and Lindsey Vonn , the Winter Olympics are frequented by royals, celebrities, and public officials from various countries.
Where They Stay: The 5-star luxury boutique hotel Grand Hotel and Spa Rodina with rooms designed by the court decorators of Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands.
MARCH: Dubai World Cup, United Arab Emirates
March 29th, 2014
What It Is: The Dubai World Cup at the Meydan Racecourse in Dubai is considered the wealthiest horse race in the world, with a prize of $10 million to the winning horse and rider.
Who Goes: Past events have been chock full of UAE royals and officials, including Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Where They Stay: At the Meydan Racecourse's luxury hotel, which offers direct access to the racecourse, as well as restaurants, lounges, and private suites that overlook the action.
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