First Baccarat Pop-Up Boutique To Debut in the U.S.

A new Baccarat pop-up boutique has just opened in New York City on the 1st of November, and to no ones surprise, it has already become an extremely trendy place to shop in the West Village.  Being the first Baccarat boutique to make its debut in all of the United States, the 480-square foot transitory atelier is situated at 371 Bleecker Street and presents the brand’s one-of-a-kind, beautifully designed “Gifts in a Red Box” approach (curated glasswork nestled inside florescent ruby tinted packaging).

Amidst all the luminous objet d’art (a small decorative or artistic object) available there are stemware, barware, lighting as well as home decor fixtures.  Furthermore, there’s also stylish accents that include a new capsule collection by famed jewelry designer Marie Hélène de Taillac.  The short-lived retail haven will be open between 11 am through 7 pm from Monday to Saturday, and 12 pm through 5 pm on Sunday.  Even though the company has been doing business for around 252 years, the pop-up boutique will close up on December 31st.  Don’t miss this limited time event, with Christmas on the way this may be the perfect gift to display some Christmastime colors and fun for the holiday season.

Tropical Winter Getaway

When people say “winter vacation”, they usually have some snowy mountain on mind, where they can ski or lounge by the fireplace, drink hot chocolate and enjoy the winter magic, but hey, that’s not written in stone. Some people simply don’t like snow let alone cold weather, all they may want to do is get away from winter’s icy grip and catch some tropical sun. And that’s okay. When you think about it, there is something marvelous about tropical winter getaways – they’re like great adventures and an escapade to the surreal. There are plenty of fascinating destinations to visit this winter, but one place stands out as this season’s favorite – Saint Barths.

Heaven on Earth

This might sound as a cliché used to describe all the tropical destinations around the globe, but this time, it is really true. How else would you name a place of isolated stretches of powdery-white sand, turquoise sea, sky-scraping mountains and green hills? With such an alluring setting, this island is, unsurprisingly, a destination of choice for many celebrities; Alessandra Ambrosio, Beyoncé, the Kardashians, just to name a few. This is beyond doubt the most elite island of the Caribbean, often compared to St. Tropez. The French flair shouldn’t be surprising, since St. Barths is an overseas collectivity of France.

What to See?

With the reputation of being an “adults’ sandbox” where the rich and famous go to indulge, this charming island may easily lure you to spend the entirety of your days lying in the sun and drinking cocktails. That would be a bad decision, though, since St. Barths has plenty of interesting places to see. The island is pretty simple to get around, especially with the well-marked roads and tourist offices.

• Gustavia is the likeable capital of Saint Barths. The tiny harbor town is probably the most charming place you’ll ever see, with its red roofs, chic boutiques, gourmet restaurants, luxury duty-free shops and rustic fishing boats anchored just next to luxury yachts. When in this city, visit the Wall House Museum, Musée Territorial and the Vieux Clocher.
• Fort Gustav is perfect if you want to get your daily dose of history. The remains of this 18th century fort include ruins of a sentry box, cannons, stone ramparts, etc.
• Lorient is an adorable village on the north coast with a fantastic beach and historic church and houses.
• Colombier Beach is an unspoiled stretch of sand accessible by boat, or if you prefer the adventure – it’s a half-hour hike down a narrow trail.
• St Jean is the most popular tourist destination outside of Gustavia, with luxury villas, irresistible restaurants and a rapturous beach.
• Nature Reserve of Saint Barthélemy is a marine reserve divided into 5 zones around the island with the goal of preserving the island’s fragile ecosystem.
• Saline Beach is a secluded beach with the most beautiful sand and cobalt blue water.

How to Prepare

If you think that it is enough to pack your bikini and sunglasses, you’re almost right. Sun protection is very important, since the temperatures get quite high. Besides, since your skin is accustomed to cold winter weather, it is prone to changes, such as skin hyperpigmentation. In fact, dermatologists claim that it is exactly this type of travel that poses the most risk for such skin conditions. So, protect yourself not only with sun block, but also with a hat and lightweight clothes.

Where to Stay

Tourists most often stay in Gustavia or St Jean. You can choose from approximately 30 hotels and resorts, or decide on a luxury villa. Cottages and bungalows are also great options, since they’re usually family run and can provide you with that authentic St. Barths style.

What to Do?

Just lay back and enjoy. St Barths is one of those places where you can hire your own battler that works on getting you everything you want during your stay. One thing you have to do is eat, so don’t miss out the chance to try out the gastronomic wonder of this area where every plate is an art and fine dining is a lifestyle.

Start planning your winter vacation today, this delightful island is waiting for you.

St. Kitts Welcomes a New Superyacht Marina

Known far and wide as an incredibly popular port that anchors some of the most captivating superyachts in history, St. Kitts is on the rise for even greater fame.  As the luxury resort Christophe Harbour extends its reach by adding a complex superyacht marina village to its grounds, creating a new location for yachters from around the world to go shopping, socialize and to enjoy the wonderful scenery that has made St. Kitts the desirable locality it is today.

The Customs House, which is an 11,000 square-foot building that bears a resemblance to a wharf-side warehouse from way back when, will function as the nucleus for the entire community.  The Custom House will be designed with arched doorways and handmade bricks, and will also feature a fitness center, customs & immigration center, real estate center, crew lounge, and marina operations post.  Moreover, the village is going to incorporate an extensive array of stores, cafes, boutiques, and even a specially commissioned rum market that would sell local aqua Vitae (which is Latin for “water of life”).  The rooftop terraces will offer spectacular views overlooking the marina as well as the Caribbean Sea, and can be leased for private or special events.  The superyacht marina village is scheduled to be finished in early 2017.

For more information visit:  ChristopheHarbour.com

The First Luxury Adventure Lodge to Arrive in Iceland

The first luxury adventure lodge in Iceland invites guests to experience an atmosphere like no other, as the property’s positioned on Iceland’s northern coast surrounded by an almost endless & secluded land of snow-covered mountains, incredible black-sandy beaches, and high-reaching volcanoes.  This breathtaking Iceland vacation residence, Eleven Experience’s Deplar Farm stands as a 12-room lodge that made it’s debut in April on a 3,000 acre sheep ranch upon the Troll Peninsula.  The outside of the lodge may seem like nothing special with its plain wood appearance, at least it would, if not for the geographical natural surroundings and the Airbus helicopter stationed close by the property.  As for the inside of the lodge, a bright and atmospheric setting takes shape, with enduring floor-to-ceiling windows and fur-covered loungers.  The lodge amenities include a saltwater swimming pool and a restaurant serving wild-caught Atlantic salmon as well as any other local specialties.  But the real adventure begins with the many outdoor excursions that Deplar offers, such as heli-skiing in the surrounding peaks, fly-fishing in the glacial rivers, puffin watching, and immersing oneself in the relaxing, tension-relieving hot-springs.

For more information visit:  ElevenExperience.com

Yet Another Incredible Trimaran Concept by Echo Yachts

Thanks to the joint collaboration between One2three Naval Architects and designer Sam Sorgiovanni, the exemplary Australian-based shipbuilder Echo Yachts has revealed their incredible 393-foot Trimaran concept.  With a truly striking design, the vessel boasts an elongated bow alongside well rounded curve-like windows.  The yacht’s interior features a marvelous rotating master stateroom, a dining room that seats up to 26 guests, an exhilarating gym to keep you physically fit as well as fully energized, and a cinema to help you unwind at the end of your day.  Outdoor amenities for this new Trimaran concept include an alfresco dining area, a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, a helipad, and a oversized tender garage.  The vessel is also powered by hybrid diesel-electric engines, and because of it the vessel can travel at speeds of up to 20 knots.

For more information about other new vessels by Echo Yachts visit:  EchoYachts.com

Mental and Physical Benefits of Yoga

It’s no surprise that in this day and age, with our fast-paced lifestyle more and more people turn to yoga. It has become synonymous with relaxation and tranquility. However, yoga is, and can do so much more than that. If you’re already practicing yoga, you’re probably familiar with some of the instant benefits it has, like body relaxation or muscle tension and joints relief. However, many studies have proven that long term yoga practice can help restore the balance between the body and the mind, and also bring significant improvement to health problems. A Lean, toned yoga body is a bonus.

Yoga improves concentration, focus, and mental clarity

If you feel like your mind has been acting like a teflon pan, and nothing seems to stick to it, you can’t concentrate properly and you keep forgetting all the little everyday things, which only complicates your life even further, you’re probably under a lot of stress, but who isn’t. You need to learn how to slow down and clear your mind from all the unnecessary noise that’s blocking your mind and destroying your performance.  Yoga is effective for better concentration and improving your memory in the long run.

Yoga improves blood circulation and detoxification

Poor blood circulation can cause all sorts of problems and unpleasantness, but if you work on getting your blood pumping through your body, any swelling you have in your extremities can slowly go away, and your skin will get that healthy glow. This is where yoga is exceptionally helpful if you practice different balancing poses, and inverted poses like the downward dog or shoulder stand.

Yoga reduces depression and anxiety

Taking a few deep breaths is the best way to calm yourself down in stressful situations. When you start to pay attention to your breathing, your respiration will improve, and therefore your stress response system will regulate, which will ultimately affect your nervous system and reduce your level of stress. If you’re not comfortable enough to practice in a group, you can join an online class for professional guidance. One of the best choices for fighting your anxiety is finding the nearest Qi Yoga class. This is a combination of two wonderful old traditions – Chinese Qi – which means life force, and of course Yoga. Qi is associated with feng shui, and practicing it, you can overcome a lot of obstacles you encounter in life. Once you get the hold of it and you start connecting your breath to certain poses, you can get into deeper meditation and long savasanas, which is like a deep relaxing massage for your mind as well as your senses.

Yoga regulates metabolism and improves digestion

There are many kinds of yoga practices, whether you’re looking to improve your flexibility, meditation and breathing, de-stress or lose weight. Some yoga poses will speed your heart rate the same way that any cardio would, only by holding one pose long enough. Power yoga is a very active and engaging yoga for anyone who wants to boost their metabolism and have a good sweat.

Yoga for hormonal balance

A properly functioning hormonal system is essential for the overall health and wellbeing. There are many ways to treat hormonal imbalance, but if you’re more open to natural ways and remedies, some yoga poses proved to be beneficial for activating and stimulating glands that produce hormones. Both men and women can benefit from doing hormone balancing poses. Yoga can also help relieve menstrual cramps and symptoms of postpartum depression.

Yoga for better sleep

Your body cannot restore and repair if you’re not getting enough sleep. Sleep deprivation is a serious problem that can cause many health problems, and potentially lower your life expectancy. Yoga can help with irregular sleeping habits and insomnia. There are especially designed yoga exercises for sleep that stretch all the right muscles along the spine, neck and lower back, which invigorates the nervous system. After a while, you’ll be able to drift off in a middle of a stretch, so better have your bed nearby.

BMW’s Latest Motorcycle Concept Goes Beyond Futuristic

The futuristic Vision Next 100 concept bike just made it’s official debut as part of BMW’s yearlong centennial celebration.  This hot new motorcycle is the very last in a yearlong series of concept vehicles that were unveiled for the brand’s anniversary, starting with the cutting-edge BMW Vision 100 concept car, that was first introduced in March of this year.  According to BMW Motorrad, motorcyclists of the future will have no need for protective gear, a helmet, or even experience riding.  Just imagine a motorcycle that would be so safe all you would need are the keys.

The designers of this bike say that in spite of the Motorrad Vision Next 100 utilizing a plethora of avant-garde technology, the true objective is to offer the rider a sense of simplicity and straightforwardness.  The Head of Design for BMW Motorrad, Edgar Heinrich said, “Motorcycling is for the soul. We want to give customers the same experience that people had in the early days of motorcycle riding.”

The rider of this sleek-looking bike has no need for protective gear as the Motorrad Vision Next 100 concept prevents any accident before it even happens.  The Head of Design for the entire BMW brand, Adrian van Hooydonk said “We (referring to the people at BMW) imagine that through technology, we can avoid accidents in different ways than [by] covering the driver.”  One of these ways is by using a self-balancing system that employs gyroscopes to keep the bike straight-up through difficult on the road situations, it also helps to keep it up when you come to a stop or when parked.  One more way is by using the bike’s accompanying visor, which serves as a virtual representation of your surroundings, as it displays the ideal riding line upon the road.  Hooydonk said, “this provides beginners with feedback on their progress, as well as challenges experienced riders.”  This jaw-dropping concept bike’s matching suit is very breathable and extremely lightweight, with additional support in vital areas around the body as to lower exhaustion.  Heinrich also adds, that the future of protective gear for riders “will be more of a fashion statement.”

The Vision Next 100 concept bike’s black triangular structure and white lines honor BMW’s first production bike, the striking R32 that was released in the 1920’s-1930’s.  The bike substituted a front fork and traditional suspension in exchange for a flex frame that’s connected precisely towards the front wheel.  And this let the designers create new steering movements.  To improve aerodynamics, a fabric-like fairing adjusts it’s shape depending on speed and the steering angle of the bike.

Even though the BMW Motorrad Vision Next 100 concept is only theoretical at the moment, Heinrich says some of the technology may even appear in future bikes.  Heinrich also added that “We love to do these kind of exercises. If you ask the customer, ‘What do you want? [They will say] more speed, more comfort, and more horsepower. But, this is not what drives visionary things. We like to look at the future. [This bike] looks beyond what we usually do. Usually we look four, five, six years into the future. This is like 30 years, which is crazy.”

For more information on BMW’s Motorcycles visit:  bmwmotorcycles.com

The First Dassault Falcon 8X Is Clear For Ascent

Say hello to the first version of Dassault’s Falcon 8X, a luxurious $58 million ultra long-range business jet that is the French aerospace firm’s newest innovation, and was just delivered to the European charter company Amjet Executive in early October.  The well-known Greek charter service, which handles an amazing line of planes that even includes the Falcon 7X model and the Falcon 50 model, has been confirmed as the first company to bid charters on board the superlative Falcon 8X.

Labeled to the world as the next generation of the ever preeminent Falcon 7X, the Dassault Falcon 8X was created with a longer range and an even greater cabin space alongside 30 promising layouts to pick from.  The awe-inspiring business jet is proficient at reaching speeds of up to 425 mph and traveling up to 7,422 miles without stopping, it was also given the-all-clear for takeoff after obtaining the EASA and FAA certifications in June of this year.  The Falcon 8X is currently going into service as scheduled (precisely two years after it’s first announcement).  Additional deliveries are prepared for customers in about a dozen countries, some such countries are as follow: the United States, Brazil, India, and the United Arab Emirates.

For more information visit:  DassaultFalcon.com

A Magnificent New Resort Emerges In Chandigarh

The Oberoi Sukhvilas Resort & Spa, Chandigarh sits among 8,000 acres of protected rain forest within the foothills of the Himalayas in Northern India, while offering guests an archaic style along with modern amenities.  Scheduled to begin their opening in November, this new luxurious resort & spa unites with Oberoi’s current properties in Gurgaon and Agra whilst featuring 60 rooms, luxury tents, and lovely villas, which are most often furnished with four-poster beds, broad soaking tubs, finely handcrafted Indian furnishing, and excellent private plunge pools that produce an amazing view of the undisturbed verdant forest.

The resort’s spa facilities include a Turkish hammam, a Roman style tepidarium (a relaxing bathing room heated a hypocaust or by an underfloor heating system), and a crystal steam sauna.  Oberoi also features a variety of long-established healing & rejuvenating spa therapies.  The secluded resort’s bar has been decorated with beautiful hand painted frescos and serves a wide-range of beverages to choose from.  In addition, there are two onsite restaurants that provide international dishes along with traditional Indian cuisine.

For more information visit:  OberoiHotels.com

This Luxurious L.A. Estate Rents for $375,000

It’s been two years since the Beverly Hills Palazzo di Amore mansion was put on the market for a jaw dropping $195 million, which at the time was the most expensive real estate listing in the United States.  However, unfortunately for the home’s owner, billionaire Jeff Greene, the property never sold.  But luckily for anyone looking for an amazing luxury rental in the L.A. area, the Palazzo di Amore is now available for lease at $375,000 per month (which is possibly L.A.’s most expensive residential lease).

This Mediterranean styled home and it’s surrounding amenities include a professional tennis court, a massive-sized swimming pool, and a beautiful vineyard that produces cases of wine in the hundreds per year.  Finished in 2008, the grand hilltop estate lies down a guard gated quarter-mile drive, and features a compound totaling 12 bedrooms, 23 bathrooms, a two lane bowling alley, a 50-seat theater, a ballroom that also functions as a night club, and two wine cellars that can bear a combined 13,000 bottles.  In addition, the Palazzo di Amore has a 27-car garage as well as ample parking for 150-cars.  The property offers future renter(s) a once in a lifetime experience, that makes getting out of the house the only difficulty.

For more information visit:  theagencyre.com