The Amazing Azimut 100 Leonardo

The Azimut 100 Leonardo is a thing of beauty that gives you a more spacious as well as a more laid-back vibe, witch maximizes space in the most ingenious way with its flybridge.  This yacht differs from most in this perspective as it not only maximizes the space for the utmost comfort, but also gives a unique touch to the cutting edge design of the Azimut 100 Leonardo.

The yacht features a big main deck that expands across a good 30 meters, a terrace that overlooks the sea and adds to the sheer scale of the vessel, and the brilliantly spacious design allows for all guests to experience the refined areas aboard to their hearts content.  The flybridge offers guests an amazing area for entertainment, which includes sofas, a dining area, and a whirlpool spa, but don’t worry if these two entertainment areas aren’t enough.  Because the Leonardo has a third area just for leisure.

Accommodating up to 12 guests, with a master suite located directly in the middle of the yacht with impressively wide rectangular windows on both sides for a stunning vista of an ever changing location.  Additional features include a vanity area, wardrobes, and a bathroom fully equipped with a double washstand made of brown colored glass and a sizable whirlpool shower.  Unlike how the exterior of the yacht looks, the inside combines teak flooring with shades of ivory and cream that makes the interior look somewhat futuristic.

Mr. Choppy Tan, CEO of Azimut Yachts Singapore said “it has been extremely gratifying to witness the extent to which the Singapore market has embraced us.”  He then goes on saying, “we look forward to introducing Singapore to the range of yachts from our broad catalogue and also plan to expand into other key Southeast Asian markets.  We’ve built a strong local network within a year and look forward to many more successful years ahead.”  The new dealer in Singapore is also apart of Azimut’s newly revised Asian distribution partnership strategy.  Providing beautiful yachts that offer luxury and comfort in the best of ways.

For more information visit:  www.azimutyachts.com

Rolls Royce Showcases Bespoke “Dawn Til Dusk” Cars in Porto Cervo

Porto Chervo has been showcasing the best automakers from around the world, such as Rolls Royce to add beauty to its already lovely atmosphere.  The one of a kind seaside resort located in Northern Sardinia offers guests and sight-seers alike an incredible coastline as well as a charm that will undoubtedly captivate and enchant you as you stroll around the heavenly resort. Though this has already been covered on a previous article, now Rolls Royce has once again returned to Sardinia as palette inspiration for ‘Dusk Until Dawn’ (a bespoke series of two of its most beloved cars, a Wraith coupe and a Dawn drophead).

‘Dusk Until Dawn’ was just announced at Rolls Royce’s new Summer Studio in Sardinia, both vehicles incorporate Porto Cervo’s own unique style at its most radiant moments: hence the words Dawn and Dusk.  Just like the name proposes, the bespoke dawn above is the embodiment of the marina’s aquamarine waves as the light shines from above.  The car features an ethereal emerald green exterior and a seashell & green leather cabin that extends all the way to the tourneau cover, which shields the roof and trunk compartment.  The car has the Porto Cervo insignia right on the dashboard fascia that’s bedecked with actual emeralds and mother of pearl in white gold, and if that doesn’t make this car luxurious then I’m not sure what would.

As for the Bespoke Wraith, it has a shimmering two-toned silver finish on its exterior that mirrors the setting sun perfectly, making way for its ethereal twilight infused interior.  That’s what i’d call dusk if ever a car resembled it more.  Now let me introduce you to the inside of the Dusk with seats completely covered in corrupt plum colored ostrich leather, with wooden veneers and marquetry in the shadows of black, gray and brown.

“Patrons of our marque delight in inhabiting some of the world’s most beautiful enclaves,” said Isobel Dando, General Manager, Future Retail, Rolls Royce Motor Cars.“The stunning Bespoke Wraith and emerald embellished Dawn, inspired by the sights and colors of Porto Cervo, have been commissioned in the spirit that so many of our customers delight in.”  To the Rolls Royce cars that perfectly embodies both night and day or should I say both Dawn and Dusk, thank you Rolls Royce for making these two fan-favorites into the must haves of 2016.

For more information visit:  Rolls-Royce Motor Cars

Bernard Khoury’s Extraordinary Beirut Penthouse

One of Lebanon’s most talented architects, Bernard Khoury, has just finished building yet another masterpiece an extraordinary rooftop penthouse located right in the middle of Beirut, (Lebanon’s most breathtaking city as well as its capital).  The beautiful city of Beirut was the ideal location for Bernard Khoury’s latest creation, partly because Beirut has been in the amidst of construction that is giving way to the greatest and most luxurious city on the Mediterranean Sea.  On the other hand it may be ideal for a totally different reason, the beautiful city of Beirut has many things to offer as you get to know this one of a kind peninsula and discover the true reason this city is dubbed “the Paris of the Middle East”.

Bernard Khoury’s newest masterpiece is not just another project, it’s his home that he designed solely with the thought of him and his family in mind.  The penthouse features magnificent windows that allows light to run wild throughout the three story home, which is also comprised of an entry level where a majority of the home functions lie, that includes a dining area, a kitchen, a mezzanine area for both his children, and a third autonomous room for guest that takes you out onto the rooftop terrace and swimming pool.

When Bernard Khoury usually designs a house he doesn’t concern himself with trivial things like interior decoration, but for this home he designed most of the furniture himself, one example is a beautiful long dining room table that is similar to the design of a farmhouse, but much more modern.  Khoury also designed a leather swing that oversees the incredible city below, plus a complicated étagères on each side of the reception area were expertly crafted by a local artisan.  It’s unfortunate that this penthouse is not for sale, but even though the beautiful home by Bernard Khoury is not presently on the market, it’s still a truly interesting, not to mention beautiful piece of real estate located in the always lovely Beirut, Lebanon.

For more information visit:  www.bernardkhoury.com

Meet Haley Permenter

Meet Los Angeles based Model & Actress Haley Permenter, we caught up with Haley to talk all things lifestyle & modeling.

What are you currently inspired by?
“I’m inspired by the amazing people in my life. I have a core group that has supported me my entire life, and their love & support inspires me every day.”

What is one of the most interesting shoots you’ve done?
“I once did a shoot where I was on a bicycle while walking a very large dog… It doesn’t sound interesting, but I’m sure it was very interesting to watch consider I fell off the bicycle at least 4 times.”

Do you get shy in front of the camera?
“Not that I can ever remember. I signed with my first agent when I was 8 years old, so I’ve always been comfortable in front of a camera!”

Where do you call home?
“Orange, Texas!”

What gets you out of bed in the morning?
“The fact that I love what I do. There are definitely mornings that I want to stay in bed all day, but I truly love my job and enjoy (almost) every single day of work!”

What do you think is the best part about being a model in the industry today?
“The fact that opportunity is everywhere! If you are driven you can achieve so much! Plus, people are so supportive and encouraging. It’s amazing.”

Talk me through a day in the life of Haley Permenter.
“I snooze my alarm and crawl out of bed, drink green tea , shower,  brush my teeth, lather myself in coconut oil, blow dry my hair, put BB cream on my face, and go to work! I usually try to squeeze in a run, Pilates class, or gym training session at least 4 times a week! Then I’ll probably sit in traffic on the way home. Once I’m actually home I’ll grab some dinner, shower, and pass out!”

What are four facts about you people may not know.
1. “I have my bachelors degree in Business Marketing.”
2. “I lived and volunteered at an orphanage in Honduras for a month and a half.”
3. “My boyfriend and I have a 1978 VW bus!”
4. “I have the worlds cutest dog.”

If you weren’t modeling what would you see yourself doing?
“Acting, for sure. It’s my other passion. As far as a “real world job” goes, probably social media marketing!”

All time favorite travel destination? 
“Oh that’s a hard one!! Greece, Italy, or Maldives!”

What are your favorite clothing brands? 
“I am horrible about brands, I’m not partial to any (don’t tell the brands I rep). I like cute clothes that fit well & aren’t expensive! That’s it! I’m from a small town in Texas, big brands don’t exist there.”

Visit Haley’s Website at: www.haleypermenter.com

Also check out Haley’s Instagram at: www.instagram.com/haleypermenter

The Vicem 65 Flybridge

Just recently, the Vicem 65 Flybridge made its debut in the always lively Palm Beach, Florida.  The new Turkish-built yacht has caused the local population abuzz with it’s small yet attractive appearance, as Vicem Yachts created the 18.5-foot beam yacht so that guests would feel a sense of amenity and tranquility.

The yacht is so spacious that it offers owners an array of layout options to choose from, one example was when it debuted in March at the Palm Beach International Boat Show, in which it included an office area and a gallery on the main deck plus three cabins below.  The vessel even had space that could have been used for the crew area, but is now designed as a childrens cabin that connects to the owner’s stateroom.  The 65 Flybridge has a range of more than 1,000 nautical miles at 10 knots or 350 nautical miles at cruising speed of 22 knots, in addition the yacht is mostly made out of African and South American mahogany.  The Vicem 65 Flybridge is priced from $2.75 million.  ALL ABOARD!

For more information visit:  vicemyachts

The Ehang 184: A Drone That Flies You

Ehang has created the 184 AAV, a drone that is unlike any other.  The company has shown us many unique drone designs throughout the years, but this drone is entirely different or it may be more accurate to say the complete opposite of all of them.  The drone allows you to sit inside itself as it gives you a ride through the sky in comfort and the best part is you don’t even have to operate it because the drone will fly itself.  So just put your feet up and enjoy the ride.

Ehang CEO Huazhi Hu started the idea of a one-passenger electric drone a couple of years ago, which was just after two of his pilot friends were killed in plane crashes.  So Mr. Hu decided that people should have a form of short-to-medium distance personal air transport that would not require the passenger to have a pilot’s license, this took a lot of danger out of low-altitude flying.

The 184 was created so a person could easily get in, power up the drone, select their desired destination using a 12 inch touchscreen tablet, press “take off”, and then let the drone’s automated flight systems take over.  The drone’s automated flight system can handle tasks like communication with air traffic control and any additional aircraft’s in the area, obstacles in the drone’s path, and navigation, the Ehang 184 AAV will always take you on the fastest and safest route, all you need to do is enjoy the view til you reach your destination.

The 184 features carbon fiber or an epoxy composite body, an aerial aluminium alloy frame, and eight motors giving out 142 hp/106 kw to eight propellers.  The eight propellers are divided into groups of two, each pair being situated at the top and bottom of one of four arms.  Each arm can fold up when the drone lands on the ground, which makes the drone take up less space.  It will take four hours to charge the drone’s 14.4 kWh battery pack in trickle mode or only two hours in fast charge mode, with a full charge the drone can keep one passenger airborne for up to 23 minutes at sea level.  The drone weighs 44o lb, can carry up to 264 lb, has a top speed of 62 mph and can reach an altitude of 11,480 ft.

Unique features of the Ehang include trunk space to store things like a briefcase or backpack.  In addition, this drone also features full interior and exterior lighting, 4G internet connection, air conditioning, and gull-wing doors.  A “Failsafe System” will take over if ever any malfunctions occur, not to mention passengers can stop the drone and hover in place if need be.  The drone was named 184 because there’s “one passenger, eight propellers and four arms.”  Prices for the Ehang 184 AAV start at $200,000.

For more information visit:  Ehang.com

The Top Rooftop Restaurants Around The World

Today I’ll be introducing you to the Most Breathtaking Rooftop Restaurants around.  There are many great restaurants, but nothing can compete with the view of these lovely rooftop beauties.

Situated on the eighth floor of the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, lies the GB Roof Garden Restaurant & Bar serving extraordinary and beautifully presented Mediterranean cuisine, as well as a considerably vast array of Greek and international wines, but the vista is what really sets this venue apart from other fine-dining establishments.  The restaurant has an incredible view of the Acropolis and feels particularly special during nice warm summer evenings as the sun begins to set.  When night falls the ancient archaeological site is ablaze in burning golden light, the perfect place to bring a certain special someone.

On the 65th floor of New York’s 30 Rockefeller Plaza, lies the recently reopened Rainbow Room after their five-year closure, they have once again became the city’s most celebrated brunch spot.  Every Sunday they offer an expansive buffet, laden with oysters, heavenly chicken-and-truffle pies, freshly prepared sushi, and countless other international cuisines.  If you take a look out the window you’ll see a breathtaking view of New York, as musicians harmoniously play to soothe you so that you leave re-energized and refreshed.

For more information visit:  rainbowroom.com

London has had many new rooftop restaurants throughout the years with spectacular views, but nothing compares to Galvin at Windows.  Located on the 28th floor of the Hilton on Park Lane, the Galvin is a true rooftop masterpiece.  The place offers impeccable French cuisine and an amazing view that stretches from the green expanse of Hyde Park to St Paul’s, even the magnificent skyscrapers of the City that stretch until tomorrow.

On the Palazzo Manfredi hotel, Ristorante Aroma gives you one of the best views there is of the famed Roman Colosseum, as well as many other historical sites in the city.  The restaurant is encased in glass throughout winter, but is open to fresh air the rest of the year.

On the tip top of the Centre Pompidou, futuristic restaurant Georges draws a large crowd as the restaurant gives its customers fine-dining and a great view of the city.  It’s rather festive at night, when the DJs play, and was named by Paris expert Natasha Edwards as one of the best fine-dining restaurants in Paris.

Not really the rooftop, but still beautifully positioned 400ft (122 metres) high atop the Eiffel Tower, Le Jules Verne is perhaps the most extraordinary restaurant in Paris.  Alain Ducasse oversees the menu, offering his take on the latest cuisine.

On the 38th floor of the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo, intimate Sushi Sora serves delicious sushi for just eight diners at a time.  Take in the unbelievable view of the Tokyo Tower, there aren’t many  recognizable landmarks from the restaurants view, but seeing the city light up at night is nothing short of spectacular.

The tallest building in Shenzhen as well as the eighth tallest building in the world, the 100 story Kingkey 100 building’s top 28 floors are occupied by the city’s St.Regis hotel.  Situated on the 99th floor, its Venice-inspired restaurant Elba serving high-quality Italian cuisine and giving you a magnificent view of well pretty much everything in Shenzhen.

On the 14th floor of the Sheraton on the Falls Hotel, Windows by Jamie Kennedy enjoys a marvelous view of Niagara Falls, as well as a spectacular menu.  One of Canada’s most celebrated chefs, Kennedy serves a menu that uses locally sourced produce and is inspired by the wnderful atmosphere around her.

For more information visit:  windowsbyjamiekennedy.com

On the 63rd floor of Bangkok’s State Tower, Sirocco is the signature restaurant of the Lebua hotel.  The rooftop restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine and a jazz band will occasionally plays as dinner is served.

For more information visit:  lebua.com

In Toronto’s CN Tower, 360 Restaurant stands 1,151ft (351 metres) above the city, which is usually high enough to sit above the clouds.  This rooftop restaurant or The Restaurant in the Clouds is so incredible, I mean how many times do you get the chance to dine with the clouds?

For more information visit:  cntower.ca

BMW and Puma Create Futuristic Shoes

Combining sportswear brand Puma and auto manufacturer BMW into a futuristic shoe is amazing, and certainly one for the history book if I do say so myself.  Puma in partnership with BMW have created this unique and exceptionally attractive shoe, giving comfort and style just like the companies that created it.

Utilizing the concept of Project GINA (a BMW concept crafted from a man-made lightweight fabric rather than the time-honored steel/carbon fiber body) the futuristic shoe uses the same waterproof materials and will replace laces with the Puma’s disc system.  The shoe is just right for people who don’t have the time to tighten or loosen their laces, because all you need to know for these shoes is how to spin a disc, which functions with the shoes elastic tendons that link to a fastener.  Simple, Stylish, and Comfortable is how I would describe the Puma X-Cat Disc.

“The approach was to look at every aspect of making a shoe and to try and reimagine it. Freeing yourself of what is here now can be an enjoyable and rewarding exercise. Typically, it also speeds up change,” says Adrian van Hooydonk, Senior Vice President of BMW Group Design.  Unlike the Project GINA car, (which is still a concept in a museum) the Puma X-Cat Disc is real and is ready for purchase.

For more information visit: puma.com

Africa’s Longest And Brightest Cable Stayed Bridge

Mohammed VI has just been dubbed the longest cable stayed bridge in all of Africa, honoring the King of Morocco it shines like a star in the night sky.  The Mohammed VI Bridge lights up the desert just outside Morocco’s capital, utilizing powerful LED lighting by Philip Lighting (Euronext Amsterdam ticker: LIGHT), a global leader in lighting.

This recently inaugurated bridge is an architectural phenomenon, connecting the capital Rabat to the city of Salé.  The bridge is 950 meters long and 6 lanes wide, all supported by two 200 meter-tall towers with 160 cables.  The Mohammed VI Bridge’s one of a kind design is complemented by Philips Color Kinetics technology that provides architectural lighting effects and gives the adaptability to change up to 16 million colors.

The bridges powerful Philips LED lighting system illuminates the pillars and cables that run high above the bridge, and for whoever enjoys a good light show is sure to love the Mohammed VI after seeing it in action.  The LED lighting system is expected to be up to 75% more energy efficient than conventional lighting systems.

While the Mohammed VI bridge holds the title of the longest bridge in Africa, it is in fact only the third longest cable-stayed bridge in the world.  The longest cable-stayed bridges in the world (not including pipeline bridges) are currently the Sutong Bridge in China (1,088 meters) and the Russky Bridge in Russia (1,104 meters).

Images courtesy of:  Lighting.Philips.com

Versailles: Treasures from the Palace

The Famed Palace of Versailles has surprised everyone, lending its grand collections outside of France.  Many of the museum’s art pieces will be up for display in Canberra, Australia.  The Palace of Versailles has never showcased its collection outside of France, and this amazing turn of events will be sure to make people flock from all over the globe for a chance to see their one of a kind art collection.

Titled “Versailles: Treasures from the Palace”, lovers of art will be given the opportunity to view more than 130 paintings, tapestries, statues, furniture, etc, as each piece comes directly from the Palace of Versailles.  Pieces of the utmost interest are a marble bust of Louis XIV and a formal portrait of Marie Antoinette.  The exhibition will be chock- full of French history’s most worthwhile pieces, even including personal items of Marie Antoinette, like her harp and hand-crafted chair.

“We thought that Canberra was a wonderful place because it is so different from Versailles but, at the same time, the power is located in Canberra as it was in Versailles.” Revealed President of the Palace of Versailles, Catherine Pegard, as for her reason of putting the collection on display in Australia.  The exhibition will start on December 9th of 2016 and end on April 17th of 2017 at the National Gallery of Australia.  A once in a lifetime opportunity is here and you better not miss it.

For more information visit: Versailles