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    SAN FRANCISCO: CLIFT HOTEL

    July 12, 2018 - By 

      LEAVE YOUR HEART IN SAN FRANCISCO The CLIFT is a centrally located historic boutique hotel in the heart of San Francisco. Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, this Philippe Starck designed accommodation, is a singular experience and a cornerstone of this beloved city. The soaring lobby features one of the most eclectic furniture collections in all of California, including chairs from Ray and Charles Eames, a coffee table by Salvador Dali, and a surreal stool inspired by René Magritte.   The color palette that Starck used was a vision created from the city itself. The soft lavender tone…

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    RESTAURANT: NUR

    June 6, 2018 - By 

    Explore the flavors of the Middle East in the middle of NYC, traveling from plate to plate as NUR creates an adventurous itinerary for your taste buds.   First visit Damascus with the Qatayef, a crispy Syrian pancake filled with spiced lamb and a yogurt ayran chaser; then onward towards Turkey with their Turkish Delight On The Hudson, a seared foie gras with rhubarb, figs and honey lavender yogurt; then head west to Casablanca to try Chraime, a tomato and poached fish stew served with mussels and hand rolled couscous with pumpkin tershi; and finally the Hills Of Jerusalem have…

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    DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT: LUCA JOUEL

    May 23, 2018 - By 

    When world traveler and Australian Gemologist, Tereena Lucas, decided to channel her love of beauty, art and culture into a jewelry collection she knew it had to not only be beautiful in appearance but that she also had to imbue it with a beautiful soul. Each ring, necklace and pendant had to have something special and unique. As such, she started at the source, ensuring each diamond and jewel be ethically sourced.  With these parcels of treasures she began to design a collection that often features a burnished, matte finish creating a feeling of a happened upon coin, ring, or…

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    TRAVEL: BAROS DREAMS

    May 2, 2018 - By 

    It’s Not A Mirage, It’s The Maldives Have you ever dreamed of racing a pod of dolphins in your personal sailboat somewhere off in the Indian Ocean? Maybe after a few competitive rounds you shimmy into your diving suit and with a deft roll off of the boat’s hull you splash into the blue waters that are the perfect shade of heaven, the air bubbles fizz and rise up around you like you just jumped into a glass of champagne as you swim lower into the sea in search of the legendary botanical gardens of the undersea variety. Coral reefs…

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    DOONEY & BOURKE: CRAFTSMANSHIP FOR MEN

    February 5, 2018 - By 

    From Norwalk, Connecticut to Tuscany, Italy, the Dooney & Bourke brand has solidified the standard of quality within the leather goods industry, creating American classics for over forty years. Recently reminiscing on some of their original men’s accessories they reconnected with the vintage feel and created a collection that speaks of a quiet masculinity, purposeful pieces, and tailored detailing that elevates everything from the steady essentials of briefcases and wallets, while the traditional duffle bag becomes a getaway companion for weekend adventures. Of course the collection was designed to not only fulfill the obvious practicalities but to also fulfill the…

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    NOBU EDEN ROC

    December 13, 2017 - By 

    The luxurious duality of the Nobu Eden Roc Resort beckons travelers from around the world. From the historical elements designed by David Rockwell to the tropical grounds, swimming pools, saunas and fountains each combining to create an ambiance of pure swankiness where you can take a break from Miami’s club scene. Indulge in the exotic menu of Nobu’s Japanese/Peruvian delicacies, stroll through the fragipani scented gardens along the ocean and finally slip into a deep sleep in your room to the sound of waves rolling in at night. The resort offers two hotels, each with a distictive personality in the…

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    MŪN SKIN CARE

    December 5, 2017 - By 

    In one of the driest deserts in the world, late into the night, there is a garden of prickly pear bathed in moonlight. As the precious cacti are resting in the desert chill of the night it prepares itself for the first blush of sunrise, soon transforming into a feverish mid-day heat wave. From ancient times this remarkable and unassuming plant has quietly become one of the most important sources of food and an ingredient in skincare for the native cultures where it is found, in particular Morocco. On a chance encounter on a departing flight from Casablanca, international makeup…

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    DUBAI: LA PERLE

    September 18, 2017 - By 

    Dubai’s latest decadent attraction has just debuted at Al Habtoor City. The spectacular new permanent live entertainment show, La Perle, brought guests from around the world to witness this unique performance which combines world-class talent with the most technically-advanced theatre production. Guests included Yolanthe Sneijder-Cabau, Hollaphonic, Saleh Al Braik, Asma Al Fahim, and  Lisa Scott-Lee. Guests were escorted inside the theatre, after being treated to an exquisite reception, where Mr. Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of Al Habtoor Group and Franco Dragone, Artistic Director of Dragone, personally welcomed the audience and introduce them to the bewitching experience they were about…

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    BORGO EGNAZIA

    July 23, 2017 - By 

    Follow a winding road to shores of Puglia, Italy and there you will find a place so beautiful there are no words.The creamy white stones of the architecture rise up out of the arid countryside, a village like no where else. Seeming like an Etruscan dream envisioned by a Hollywood set designer the Borgo Egnazia is always elegant and camera ready around every corner, curve and villa with the Adriatic Sea as her backdrop. Each suite and villa is designed to have an innate sensuality and earthiness that comes from the finest stone, marbles, woods, and plush linens all painted…

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    TEMPLE ST. CLAIR JOINS THE LOUVRE

    July 19, 2017 - By 

    What is the moment when art becomes a masterpiece or when a person becomes a legend? The fine line in between, from good into extraordinary, is a boundary that few cross into greatness. True masters of an art form are all too often iconic figures from a distant misty past, a few remaining treasured pieces kept in private collections and a museum here and there. Sketch books and diaries are poured over by experts deciphering the inspiration, meaning and motives behind such a precious creation. Hence it is a rare occasion to be in the midst of such talent. This…