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he last couple of months flew by. It feels as if we just finished penning our last issue about Europe and now here we are, with more destinations, restaurants, fashion, trinkets and, above all, loads of luxury. Inside this issue you will find page after page of irresistible temptations, the best of the best!

Whether you are looking for the latest fall trends or exquisite champagne, a unique resort in a faraway land or a rare wine at auction, it’s all within these pages.

Begin with the Looks and Musts sections, offering fashionable selections and the essentials for pulling together terrific outfits. Nothing feels quite as luxurious as an exquisite watch upon your wrist, making time stylish and sophisticated. If bling is your thing, go straight to our jewelry page, simply on fire!

Inspired by travel? Jump to Travel & Tips, a piece dedicated to five unbelievable hotels that must be seen and enjoyed. For foodies, we offer five excellent California alternatives. Flavors you’ll love to savor.

Our equestrian passion lingers in London, with an intriguing Olympic outlook. From the scene in southern California, including an American training icon, Karen Healey, to the upcoming Last Vegas National at the Southpoint in Las Vegas, Nevada plus a sneak peek at Old Salem and Sonoma, we look back as well as ahead.

Whether it is shopping or spas that you seek, let these pages take you away figuratively and then plan to get away literally. ‘Tis the season, but then isn’t it always?

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Content EXPRESSIONS NEWS Keep up with all the new gadgets and fashion for fall.

HOURS Classic watches for him; white timepieces for her.

LUSITANO HORSES Haras dos Cavaleiros: going global.

LOOKS Update your wardrobe with some key pieces.

OLYMPICS An impressive and memorable Olympic Games for equestrians.

MUST Accessories are an essential part for staying warm while being cool this fall.

WOMAN OF STYLE Vera Wang talks about her success as a designer.

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SPACE & DESIGN The Rug Company and Alexander McQueen collaborate.

DESIRES Some of the best champagnes for celebrating.

DIVINE DINNING Five outstanding restaurants in California.

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PICTURE PERFECT Images from excellent equestrian events.

LAWS OF STYLE Luxurious items that chould be part of your everyday life.

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Expressions LOOKS

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Fall is upon us. Lets start layering. The only way to prepare for the colder months is in a fashionable manner.

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New items on the market that are all the rage worldwide. You gotta have them all!

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The Olympic Games are over but the equestrian impression carries on.

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News EXPRESSIONS

Ballerina Flats HAPPINESS : JUST A STEP AWAY!

to emulate. More recently, designers like Lanvin and Tory Burch launched flashy, stylish versions of this popular trend.

Nowadays, ballerinas are truly a fashion classic. They are the go-to-shoe for any occasion, and if styled correctly, have the same effect as an amazing pair of heels—without the pain! Popular among girls and women of all ages, ballet flats are an indispensable item and the most versatile ally of the female wardrobe.

Photos: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton and Gucci.

THANK YOU FLATS FOR COMBINING STYLE AND COMFORT like no other accessory. Becoming our favorite shoes of the season, you’ve shown us that being fashionable and feeling at ease can go hand in hand.

Yes, high heels are an irresistible item for almost every woman; figure enhancing, heels give us that sense of height, allure and elegance. But in this fast-paced world, no other footwear understands and suits the needs of the modern woman better than a pair of flats or ballerinas. Real women, those running from here to there without stopping, taking their kids to school, attending important business meetings—dressing up and dressing down— need, and deserve, optimal footwear. Comfortable, stylish and distinctive, with that touch of practicality and functionality that today’s busy lifestyle demands.

How Ballerina flats got there name is no accident—most everything in fashion is recycled from past centuries. It began in the Middle Ages where men wore pompes, a similar type of flat shoe that was at the height of fashion. In the sixteenth century, these shoes, or pompes, became popular among women as well as men. Later, during the French revolution, these shoes evoked an entirely different connotation—one of rebellion. Ballerinas were revived as a symbol of protest against the despised, overly indulgent Marie Antoinette who walked to the guillotine in a pretty pair of high heels.

Jumping to the late 1950’s, the popularity of ballerina flats returned when Audrey Hepburn used a pair of ballet shoes with skinny jeans in the movie Funny Face, creating an “everyday look” that thousands of women wanted

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Watch Case

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SYNONYM OF EXCLUSIVITY AND ELEGANCE

FOR THE MOST EXCLUSIVE PROTECTION of and the highest security for your valuables, count on Döttling. The thorough craftsmanship of this German house is intensely focused on details. In addition to working with important designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, the German firm is also known for restoring historical safes, and providing high-security boxes for the most demanding clients and select experts worldwide. Each Döttling is a high-tech, luxurious and elegant masterpiece, built for the tranquility and pleasure of their loyal clientele. The fourth generation of this fine locksmith—with Markus Döttling in charge—remains faithful to the objectives of its founding in 1919: achieving incomparable beauty and unique quality in each piece.

Recently, Döttling extended the range of their safes through The Chameleon and The Bel-Air series. Inside the latter, we find the most exquisite and exclusive handmade-first class watchcase.

The novelty of this customized safe lies in its “Touch & Move” system— a multi-touch panel for the individual control of watch winders. It allows customers to program each watch winder individually and, at the same time, to digitally store a wide range of data and information on each respective watch. This creation demonstrates the great innovative power and strength of Döttling’s engineers and technicians, as well as their absolute technical perfection, their attention to classic timeless design and as always the highest standards in quality. doettling.com

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Class and Perfection In 1972 Audemars Piguet launched the Royal Oak collection, ushering in new trends in watch design and production. This

collection has a unique octagonal bezel that crowns the innovative design of an octagonal case with exposed screws. audemarspiguet.com

Tradition and elegance In an exclusive collaboration with the Musée International d’Horlogerie, Zenith introduces the Captain Winsor Annual Calendar Watch. With a base inhouse made El Primero

Chronograph movement, Zenith and the MIH have developed a special new module that adds a practical and handsome annual calendar to the Captain family mix. zenith-watches.com

Distinction

Exceptional movement The new Giga Tourbillon, powered by four barrels, required an extremely accurate development process. Franck Muller’s research department has wwshown extraordinary expertise and vision by carrying out such a remarkable achievement. franckmuller.com

designed by the talented Jean-François Mojon and Kari Voutilainen. The most fascinating part of the watch is its balance wheel that seems to float above the dial! mbandf.com

Photos: Courtesy of Audemars Piguet, Franck Muller, MB&F, Zenith.

MB&F decided to take a step back in time and release the Legacy Machine No.1. Among its many exceptional elements, it features a unique vertical power reserve indicator and elegant annular case

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Feline charm The Cat’s Eye collection features an exquisite marriage of feminine curves with precious mechanisms. GirardPerregaux presents a new facet of this collection, with an elegant and beautifully balanced small second marking the time ticking by on the mother of pearl dial. girard-perregaux.ch

Sportilicious This timepiece measures 40mm in diameter and is available in 18 carat rose gold on a variety of rubber straps. Dials in black or white are set with 27 precious diamonds. ulysse-nardin.com

Silver sunray Radiating an elegant, yet seductive charm, the Premier large chronograph brings an ultra-feminine feel to the timepiece by combining horological tradition with fine jewelry design.

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Harmony of whites Hublot has created the first 38mm diameter Big Bang, to suit the slender wrist. Its design incorporates the Big Bang signature characteristics, while its diamond-set bezel and the sober dial embody femininity. hublot.com

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usitano breeders Carmina Zamorano and Rafael Chávez Monzon are passionate about the Lusitano horse, Zamorano and Chávez Monzon have imported their herd of Veiga-bred Lusitanos to Texas, which includes highly regarded mares and stallions who have earned top honors in Portugal, Brazil and Mexico.

“We began moving our horses from Mexico to The Woodlands, Texas, three years ago,” says Carmina Zamorano. “Now, we are building a facility nearby to showcase them—a place where both our old friends and new ones can come to enjoy the horses and learn about Working Equitation and Dressage from some of the world’s top trainers.”

Building a deluxe home for riders, the facility will include a very luxe boutique hotel featuring spa areas for both men and women, with sauna and steam rooms, massage areas and locker rooms, and a gym. A swimming pool, hotel bar, restaurant and a media lounge where clinic riders can enjoy a cocktail, review and talk about their ride videos also add to the resort ambiance.

The adjoining training facility is state-of-the-art, with a lovely stucco 42-stall barn and a 25 by 60-meter indoor arena overlooked

by an observation lounge that rivals any top class facility. The property also has a separate office and a chapel built overlooking the lake—just the place for a destination wedding. The equestrian resort will also be marketed to groups for special events, an entrepreneurial idea that is typical of Zamorano, whose “other business” is a highly successful financial consulting company in Mexico.

This husband and wife team made a major splash at the 2010 World Equestrian Games in Kentucky with their glittering glass Lusitano Lounge, whose purpose was to introduce the Lusitano and Working Equitation to a totally new audience in the United States. in addition to sponsoring Working Equitation competition and exhibitions at major shows such as the IALHA Nationals and The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show near Houston, Haras Dos Cavaleiros, has recently hosted Jorge de Souza first Working Equitation Champion of the World, team and Individual,

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as a special guest for their Grand Opening and to teach a clinic at the new facility.

Haras Dos Cavaleiros is currently open for business Zamorano emphasizes:“We have three very fine young trainers here now working with our horses and those of our clients, and we are happy to schedule lessons in equitation while we are finishing up the facility,” Carmina says.

Breeding the best horse for Working Equitation Rafael Chávez Monzon began collecting Lusitanos more than ten years ago, and has leveraged that investment to produce his homebred Xperto, a charismatic bay stallion that has won every major award in Mexico,including National Champion in 2004 and 2006 and Best Male born in Mexico. He was also IALHA,Champion Stallion and Champion in Dressage Sport Horse in Hand at The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show in 2011, his first show-ring appearance in the United States.Haras Dos Cavaleiros also stands five other stallions from Portugal and Brazil who have won more major awards than we can list here. The best news is that Rafael is willing to work with aspiring breeders, even accepting payment plans on stud fees.

The goodwill is palpable; the couple wants to share their dream with fellow enthusiasts, with advocates like Rafael Chávez Monzon and Carmina Zamorano, the future of Lusitano Horses in the Americas and beyond is looking very bright.

Haras Dos Cavaleiros will be taking their Lusitano Lounge promoting Working Equitation to the 2014 World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France, joining Alltech and a number of other global brands who champion equine sports. harasdoscavaleiros.com

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Looks EXPRESSIONS

Outside the Box OH SO MANY NEW TRENDS for us to try this fall. One of our favorite combos is to mix classic items with something funky and fun. Take classic to a new level by accessorizing with jewelry, shoes and bags; go ahead make a statement.

1. Notch up classic Wear this amazing statement necklace with a simple or monochromatic look that brings attention to this piece. carolinaherrera.com

2. Zip up This sleek jacket showcases is the epitome of luxe classics. Layer over tailored pieces to facilitate a fashionforward, polished look. massimodutti.com

3. Over sized Glamour Be effortlessly glamorous with these berry-hued acetate shades and frames.

Gives cool-weather looks a kiss of color. oliverpeopples.com

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4. Time is money Distinctively dressy and luxurious yet pairs perfectly with a favorite t-shirt and jean combo.

Also smashing with a color-pop dress for fall. audemarspiguet.com

Photos: Courtesy of Mulberry, Audemars Piguet, Carolina Herrera, Olivers People, Warehouse, Massimo Dutti, Purificaci贸n Garcia and Brunelo Cucinelli

5. Two tone booties This pair of contrasting sleek suede and burgundy leather ankle boots is a definite. Beautiful for fall affairs. carolinaherrera.com

6. Animal instinct Leopard-print lends fierce appeal to this Mulberry highly coveted Harriet tote. A fine companion for any outfit. mulberry.com

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EWELS JEWELS j WELSewels Shades of Blue

Diva glow This 118 carat aquamarine stone with 7.43 carats of round brilliant diamonds set in 18-carat white gold necklace is without a doubt a breathtaking jewel, to be worn on those truly special occasions.

Vintage ornament This mystery-set sapphire and diamond leaf brooch is a 1930’s Van Cleef & Arpels classic. The setting of the gems makes it an extraordinary vintage piece. vancleefarpels.com

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Emeralds & sapphires David Webb is famous for iconic animal jewelry. This time we chose a more conservative bracelet. While equally astonishing, its color, texture and enamel reflect a different spirit of the brand. davidwebb.com

These beautiful sapphire drop earrings flatter the female face. Its color is ideal for highlighting any eye color. They are modestly sized, and hinged for a gentle sway. A good choice to grace any evening gown. bergerandson.com

Brazilian expression The Renascenca necklace by Caleidoscopio was carefully and beautifully handcrafted in Brazil. This Pacific opal, silver-plated piece with ornate tribal designs and blazing jewels is simply irresistible. us.swarovski-elements.com

Photos: Courtesy of Van Cleef & Arpels, Lugano Diamonds, David Webb, Berger and Son, Caleidoscopio.

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News EXPRESSIONS

Anderson & Sheppard

Photos: Courtesy of A&S.

SAVILE ROW TAILORS SINCE 1906

FRED ASTAIRE, GARY COOPER AND PRINCE CHARLES are just some of the clients that Anderson & Sheppard have dressed over their first century of existence.

In literal terms, bespoke means “made to the buyer’s specification,” or, personally tailored. Since their very beginning, Anderson & Sheppard have been a prominent establishment at Savile Row—the street in London that more than a dozen of the most exclusive bespoke tailoring houses call home.

Although the firm was founded by Per Anderson and Sheppard Sydney in 1906, it was the German tailor Frederick Scholte, Per’s mentor, to whom A&S owe their hallmark: the famous “London cut.”

Anderson & Sheppard were founding members of the Savile Row Bespoke Association, which was created to protect and develop the art of bespoke tailoring. In March 2005, they decided to leave their beloved “bespoke row” and move to 32 Old Burlington Street.

Much was said about how the new location would affect the brand, however, Anderson & Sheppard proved it was not Savile Row that defined them—it was the cutters, tailors and salesmen with whom their customers had developed lasting relationships that mattered. It was the pleasant experience of choosing fabrics, linings and buttons for their customers’ latest wardrobe update, and, above all, the distinctive way an Anderson & Sheppard suit looks and feels: smooth, elegant and with a perfect cut, that confirms the radical founding ideal of the firm: “The suit shouldn’t wear the man; the man should wear the suit.” anderson-sheppard.co.uk

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Looks EXPRESSIONS

Modern Gentleman

FALL IS HERE and not only is the weather changing, but the scope of your closet should as well.

Bundling up comes to mind when we think of cooler temperatures, so don’t be afraid to put on multiple layers. Get adventurous by mixing a variety of textures, patterns, and accessories. Knitted sweaters are making a big comeback this season; go ahead and wear one to work under your tailored jacket. On weekends you can pair a sweater with a leather jacket and some denims for a sophisticated yet relaxed style.

1. Hipster look Take golden age glamour everywhere you go with these shades inspired by intellectuals of the 1920s era. oliverpeoples.com

2. Time traveler Beat jet lag with this refined watch, created especially for frequent travelers. harrywinston.com

3. Classic writing Fountain pens for those who love timeless, classic designs in bright colors. montegrappa.com

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4. Outdoor ally Style and comfort come together in this vest, ideal for all fall outdoor activities. carolinaherrera.com

5. Out of town An upscale yet functional duffle is an essential accessory for those unexpected business and pleasure trips.

Photos: Courtesy of Hackett, Montegrappa, Harry Winston, Olivers People, Brunello Cucinelli, Carolina Herrera, Purifica贸n Garcia and Bogner.

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6. Stripes of fun Mix a polished and sophisticated look with a fun and modern twist, and the result is this handsome, multicolored asymmetric bow tie. hackett.com

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OLYMPICS, GLORIO U London Was an Epic Backdrop for Equestrian Sport at 2012 Olympic Games.

It was, from beginning to end, an unforgettable Olympics for many reasons, not the least of which that the Games took place in the heart of an equestrian friendly nation.

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rom the swell of twenty thousand spectators screaming in unison as their favorite riders completed the course, to the pricked ears and widened equine eyes of 74 elite show jumping couples taking in the massive track and its glorious surroundings, to the tiny child’s desire to get an autograph from a newly minted medalist.

“It was an unbelievable experience,” said Team Gold Medalist Ben Maher of Great Britain. “Normally I don’t hear anything when I ride in… In Greenwich it was pretty hard not to get distracted by the great roar of the crowd. The main thing was that the horse stayed focused.”

Future Games are now faced with the monumental task of creating a venue that could even come close to the impressive setting and epic backdrops that Greenwich Park provided for the 2012 equestrian and pentathlon Olympic events. Vistas of London high-rises rose up behind cross-country obstacles, and the Queen’s Residence served as a stately witness to every moment of competition inside the main stadium.

Show jumpers cleared obstacles that splendidly reflected themes of London landmarks and Greenwich Park’s history. A nod to the historic Royal Observatory, which sits above the Park and looked down on the stadium, was seen in obstacles such as the three-day eventing competition’s impressive crescent moon jump.

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The centerline of the Olympic Stadium ran exactly along the prime meridian line, the place where measurements of time and location were established in 1661, over 350 years ago. All of the Olympic riders were literally galloping along this historical prime meridian, at which longitude is measured at 0°, and the Eastern and Western Hemispheres begin. That deep-rooted history laid a sort of reverence on the competition, where the ground seemed so hallowed that the horses more often rode above rather than on it.

RIDING ON AIR Once the setting for royal foxhunts, Greenwich Park is the oldest enclosed Royal Park, and one of 188 natural World Heritage Sites.

Leading up to the Games, citizens of the Royal Borough of Greenwich strongly objected to the idea of horses (not to mention the thousands of spectators) galloping upon and possibly damaging the historic grounds of the Park. Olympic footing contractor Andrews Bowen and American footing experts Equestrian Services International worked together with Games organizers to come up with the solution—for the first time in history, the equestrian competition was built atop a raised, temporary platform.

The massive scope of this project cannot be fully realized until standing under the stadium that was constructed on that platform, and gazing up at scaffolding that held thousands upon thousands of equestrian fans, who made the stands echo with their thundering feet when a hometown rider went clear.

O US OLYMPICS! Opposite top: London bridge with Olympic Rings.

Opposite bottom: Crescent Moon jump.

This page top: Flexible and Fellers looking great at the jog.

Middle: Swiss rider Steve Guerdat holds his Olympic Gold Medal.

Bottom: Big Star and Nick Skelton on their way to Team Gold.

A glimpse of the interconnected warm-up rings, stables, and paths to and from the stadium told the same story—a network of steel and wood platforms built to create a buffer between the ground and the surfaces where horses passed.

Early concerns over the correct formula of sand materials that would balance concussion on the platform with a ridable surface were solved by the time the Games began, and under ever-changing skies that ranged from downpour to blazing summer heat, the riding surface held up brilliantly, from beginning to end.

The horses proved to be most adaptable, taking to their high rise without issue, and focusing completely on the task at hand.

NEWLY MINTED STARS When Cian O’Connor of Ireland picked up a single costly time fault aboard Blue Lloyd, relegating him to a jump off for silver, the Individual Gold Medal in show jumping went to Swiss rider Steve Guerdat who had a perfect two round score on that final day. As the clock stopped for O’Connor, Guerdat’s team all embraced, including his father Philippe. A horseman himself, the elder Guerdat was Steve’s first coach and biggest supporter. Bringing an Individual Gold Medal home to Switzerland was a dream come true.

After finishing 2nd to Rich Fellers in the 2012 FEI World Cup Final this past April, 30 year old Guerdat felt certain that his horse, the 11 year old Selle Francis gelding Nino des Buissonnets, had the ability to produce good results at the Olympics.

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Saudi Arabia HRH Prince Abdullah Al Saud, Davos Kamal Bahamdan, Noblesse des Tess Ramzy Al Duhami, Bayard van de Villa There Abdullah Waleed Sharbatly, Sultan

“I knew I had a freak of a horse under me,” said Guerdat. “In Den Bosch (at the World Cup Final) it was clear to me that if I rode well I could be an Olympic Champion.”

As Guerdat galloped around the packed stadium for victory honors after the Olympic awards ceremony, he held the reins in one hand and picked up the gold medal from around his neck, staring down at it in wonder. The enormity of his accomplishment seemed to dawn on him at that moment; he had just ended an 88-year equestrian medal drought for his country.

DREAMS AND DISAPPOINTMENTS German eventer Michel Jung won the Individual Gold Medal in eventing on his 30th birthday, capping an unforgettable three phases aboard Sam, the horse that also carried him to the Individual and Team World Equestrian Games Championship in 2010 and European Championship title in 2011. Germany also won Team Gold in Eventing, making Jung the most decorated individual eventer in history.

Dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin of Great Britain also made history when she claimed the first-ever Olympic medals in dressage for Britain. The Individual and Team Gold Medalist stormed to victory aboard Valegro, a 10-year-old Dutch bred stallion, less than two years after beginning her grand prix dressage career. A mere 18 months earlier, 26-year-old Dujardin was grooming for teammate and coach, Carl Hester. Recognizing Dujardin’s enormous talent, Hester helped her to advance quickly from groom to grand

Top: Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro perform for the gold.

Bottom: Show Jumping Medalists Schroder, Guerdat and O'Connor.

prix rider by continuing to allow her to ride Valegro, who was originally brought into the stable as a sale horse.

The realization of dreams made this particular Olympic competition unforgettable for many riders. Others did not perform well enough for medals, heartbreaking yet fuel for improvement.

The United States finished equal sixth in the show jumping team competition, with just one American finishing in the top ten individuals. World Cup Champions Rich Fellers and Flexible had high hopes for a medal, but the team collected a handful of faults after five incredible months of no fault, well-earned wins earlier in the year.

“I didn’t think the Olympics would be easy, I never thought that.

But sometimes you learn more from defeat than from success,” Fellers noted. “I think we learned a lot during the week.”

WIN OR LOSE, THE GAMES WERE GLORIOUS It had been decades since equestrian events at an Olympic Games were folded into an urban landscape that was in the immediate area of other Olympic venues. Sitting well inside the city limits of London on the shores of the river Thames, Greenwich gave equestrian sport the stage of a lifetime. Just steps outside the gates to the park, the Borough’s many hotels were filled with riders, grooms, media and spectators who filtered into local restaurants after the day’s events, or stopped in for a cup of coffee on their way to the competition in the mornings. Truly glorious.

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Chic ensemble

Accessory choosing can be challenging. Luckily we have found all the right pieces to make a smooth transition from hot to cool.

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In the upcoming months, green will be seen on the scene.

It is essential to incorporate a few green pieces into your wardrobe.

This incredible fur vest will come in handy in fall and winter. Just throw on jeans and a sweater, add the vest and volia!

Add a retro touch to your style with the latest fashion statement in sunglasses: round frame and tortoise shell pattern. A cool fall look.

This multicolor Chanel necklace is the essential accent piece to accentuate an outfit—a classic detail for any occasion.

Leather is on the fall runways. Make this trend your own with a sexy burgundy Kalem Etek pencil skirt.

Fabulous.

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Brighten up any look with a fun and colorful set of polished rock bracelets. Unique.

This is simply the best jewelry case for all your best jewels. Great for travel.

Honey tones are coming back strong this season; be the mistress of the road with these stunning suede boots.

Burgundy is the new black! This belt is bound to be the ideal accessory this season. Wear it well.

Cope with unpredictable and changing weather in style. Brighten up a rainy day with a Burberry umbrella.

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EQUESTRIAN THEATRE SPREADS ITS VISION AROUND THE WORLD Splashes of dreams and symphonies of nature come alive on stage. Renowned theatrics of aerialists and acrobats and the magical technology of North America’s most innovative theatre productions mark anniversaries as they spread the love of the horse around the world.

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There are no "characters" in Cavalia. The performances are as natural and neutral as possible.

The only stars of the show are the horses!

The continuous and whirling pace of the show is a feast for the spectator's eyes. Each number requires a lot of work, invention, and coordination that remains unseen by the audience. Pure enchantment!

avalia: A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse, moves its 10-story gleaming White Big Top to San Diego for a November 13 opening. Following the Southern California engagement, the 48 horses, 40 artists and 120 behind the scenes crew will travel to the land Down Under for an Australian debut where the show will mark 10 years of awe-inspiring equestrian and acrobatic spectacular.

The newest innovation, Cavalia’s Odysseo, opens October in Monterrey, Mexico, where the extraordinary multimedia extravaganza toasts a record breaking first year. In this show 56 horses and 43 riders, acrobats, aerialist and musicians perform in the world’s largest touring tent before a stunning video backdrop the size of 3 IMAX screens. These screens project HD 3-D images of the world’s most beautiful landscapes—a forest and a lake are re-created on stage for the horses’ and humans’ playground.

These two equestrian theatre productions marry the traditions of centuries-old ceremonies and celebrations of European aristocracy with today’s stage arts and high-tech theatrical effects. The result?

One incredible and unforgettable evening.

The inspiration for these unique and innovative productions was a single horse. Simply, the co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and creator of the Cavalia shows, Normand Latourelle, added a horse to a crowd scene of one of his productions.

“There was so much happening on the stage, but every eye was on the horse. That started me looking at this ancient and innate relationship between horses and humans... The horse is the most beautiful animal on earth. It does not take much to appreciate their aesthetic, and how they react, and how they are still such part of nature.”

For almost 10 years, Cavalia’s audiences in North and Central America and Europe have appreciated the opportunity to see the horse as he is in nature—on his own. “The stage is not controlled by humans; what happens is controlled mostly by the horses. I built stages big enough for the horses to feel this is their playground and that they can express who they are. Through much of the show the horses are totally free—no bridles, no halters.”

Still, Latourelle is surprised by how successful Cavalia has been. “I expected the show to go on for three years. Now it’s 10 years, and we are still filling the house.”

When Cavalia moves to a new city, Latourelle makes changes, always refining and creating. But his biggest change was the second equestrian show, Odysseo.

Accepting the challenge to go even further than Cavalia, Latourelle was determined to create a feast for the eyes and ears. “I have made no concession on how much we spend or how far we have to go to create this show.”

Through stunning natural landscape settings created by innovative technology, the audience discovers the staged space in layers,

through curtains and projection. “There is so much depth that you feel like you’re on the Mongolian steppes, like a National Geographic photography, viewing the most amazing landscape in the world.”

Cavalia portrays the intricate relationship between horse and human.

Odysseo describes what human and horse have accomplished together.

“This show is about a fabulous journey with the horse traveling through the world’s natural environment. If one word describes this journey, it is ‘beauty’. In this show everything is beautiful... It’s simple, but you let the horse be a horse and that creates the magic.

We wanted to feel like the horses are galloping in nature, through a big field. That was the dream.”

Here, for example, is one of the last scenes of show. (No, this is not a spoiler alert.) Six Arabian horses literally run at liberty though the onstage lake of 80,000 gallons of water. They just run and run with their tails in the air and bounding with joy—until they decide they have had enough. That could be 30 seconds or two minutes. And when they are done playing, they just walk off stage.

Normand Latourelle takes every opportunity to enhance the enchantment he saw when that first horse walked across his stage and the audience was mesmerized. Both shows impart the beauty, peace and balance of the horse in nature.

“If you push too much, the horses are unhappy or tense. They respond positively if you are gentle and fair. Our riders and trainers give the horse a chance and then the horse has fun. It becomes play, not work.”

To the horses, the show is a playground. “Every horse is a star in the show. It depends on whom you like. One horse has a mane that practically touches the floor and that is impressive. On the other hand an eight-year-old girl fell in love with one of our Appaloosas named Chocolate Chip,” recalls the impresario.

“I know this is my show, but I am not just saying this,” tells Latourelle. “There is not one place on stage that is not beautiful and peaceful and dreamy. Think Alice in Wonderland, but with horses and acrobats—with life. It is like the movie Avatar, but without fighting!”

In their own way, the stars of the show demonstrate their agreement. Normand Latourelle laughs, “We put a sound system in the stable. A groom put on the music of the show. The horses came to their windows as if to say ‘it’s the time to go. Where are my brushes?

Where’s my costume?’ We decided against playing show music.

Grooms like rock and roll, which I’m not into. But it’s okay as long as it’s not Cavalia music.”

However, based on the 10 years of Cavalia’s success and the overwhelming reaction to Odysseo during its one-year debut, the magic of these two shows will continue to fascinate, engage and amaze.

Tickets to Cavalia and Odysseo are available online at cavalia.net or by calling 1 866 999 8111. Follow Cavalia Inc.’s latest developments at twitter.com/cavalia or facebook.com/cavalia

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Style under the weather Once again we bring you the best accessories and the greatest gadgets. Discover how luxury and style reinvent themselves for the rain. These accessories give you a flawless and fabulous look during these rainy fall days.

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For those windy and rainy days coming your way, this waterproof jacket is the ideally stylish way to take cover.

Ralph Lauren’s large leather weekend bag is ideal for those quick trips to the vineyards.

Stay dry with this original skull handled umbrella.

Ideal for the spooky season. Be the envy of all your friends.

For fountain pen collectors and those who appreciate luxury, this exclusive pen case is an indispensable item.

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Elbow patches, in any material, are a hot trend this season! Autumn is the perfect time to pull them off.

These Montegrappa cufflinks, designed in honor of Frank Sinatra, are a perfect way to add some classy pizzazz.

Give a little touch of brightness and color to any monochromatic outfit with this colorful belt.

These shades are the perfect contemporary reinterpretation of the classic 70’s aviator style.

When choosing a wallet, take size into account.

Square or rectangular, these wallets speak style.

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THESE WATERPROOF LOAFERS, MADE OF NATURAL RUBBER WITH SLITS FOR VENTILATION, COME IN EXTRAORDINARY COLORS AND COMBINATIONS. TIME TO SING IN THE RAIN. loake.co.uk

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Vera Wang

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multicultural influence

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Raised in France by her Chinese-born business tycoon father and her très elegante mother, Wang was couture shopping in Paris at a young age. As her fashion career evolved, Wang spent 15 years as senior fashion editor at Vogue, followed by a position as design director for Ralph Lauren. With a premier background, we were inquisitive about her style—how does she use her culturally mixed upbringing to her advantage? And how does she see the brand expanding worldwide?

In an interview, Wang answered clearly, “I think there’s going to be a real push in Asia—China and Korea specifically. Ten years ago it was impossible to break into that part of the world. But I am Chinese-American and I think what we do will resonate in China. So that’s where we see our biggest opportunities going forward. I do speak Mandarin and I also relate to the hunger that China has for culture and architecture and style. I like to think that the brand has the sophistication of Paris, because I grew up there and went to school there and had a home there for 30 years. And then I’m very American at the core. I try to bridge those two worlds in my work. The clothes may be couture on the runway but there’s an attitude that’s very street and that comes from America.”

Few designers have managed to narrow the gap between the fashion designer and the public like Vera Wang, the public can truly relate to her. She is haute couture, but also accessible via a collection at Kohl’s department store. Why the wide range?

The designer delineates the difference. “I started at the very highest level so the upper end is something I know very well. But all the years I was designing, it frustrated me that I could reach so few women. So my being able to reach the masses was something that meant a great deal to me—especially for women who could never wear Vera Wang. I used to get tons of letters that said, ‘I’ll never get to wear you,’ or ‘I’ll never get married in one of your dresses,’ I thought that was sad, because you give your life to this and you end up reaching very few people. So that was a major goal for me—to be able to reach and encourage more women, to encourage them to express themselves and be what they want to be.”

contribution to the fashion industry and your wedding day Wang has contributed more to the bridal wear genre and received a plethora of attention in the fashion industry. Wang has absolutely redefined

the limits of what a wedding dress can, and should look like. But her ambition goes beyond a beautiful just-to-be-worn-once dress. In the last decade, Wang’s fashion aspirations have expanded into completing a woman’s wardrobe. How does this extremely successful female feel about her contribution to the demanding fashion world? And her words of wisdom for brides to be?

Words from a woman who has made a stamp in the fashion world for almost a quarter of a century, “I think fashion is intensely personal. It should give a woman a creative outlet, it should give her a little bit of an escape, and it should give her a little bit of individuality that she can add to her life. I don’t mean redoing your entire closet. I mean that a great shoe or a great handbag or a great top or a great coat or jacket can change everything. It’s important to view fashion as personal and creative— even for brides. When brides ask me, ‘What’s the best advice you can give me on my wedding day?’ I always have the same answer: ‘Be yourself.’ Someone’s marrying you; they love you for who you are.

They don’t want you to be someone else. If you never wear blue eye shadow, why would you start on your wedding day? If you wear your hair simply, why would you suddenly dye it a different color and get a big ’do? To me it’s about respect, selfunderstanding and honesty.”

Photos: Courtesy of Vera Wang.

Vera Wang, who designed her own wedding gown, opened her first bridal boutique in the Carlyle Hotel on Madison Avenue, New York, in 1990. And twenty-two years later, the now 63-year-old fashion designer is beloved by brides all over the world.

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Amazing collaboration= the Rug Company + Alexander McQueen.

Find the best bubbly for any occasion of the year—casual or celebratory.

Heading west? Find innovative ways to dine in five different California cities.

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You won’t be able to resist these spas. Let go of stress, be good to yourself—go spa!

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THE RUG COMPANY

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couple that wove a passionate hobby into a profitable, sustainable and successful business. Christopher and Suzanne Sharp used to travel around the world making films and collecting rugs, an activity that inspired them to establish The Rug Company fifteen years ago.

Now known as one of the most exclusive contemporary handmade rug creators, The Rug Company is a combined effort of more than a thousand people: from the spinners and weavers, to the people who deliver and lay the finished rug. The result of all these contributions is a hand-knotted creation that will last for generations.

Committed to their art and industry, the Sharps proudly produce and source the most desirable rugs in the world. To achieve this, they pay special attention to two things: craftsmanship and design.

Cognizant of detail, the weavers continue to craft the rugs entirely by hand, using the very same techniques implemented a hundred years ago. Although more time consuming, these methods prevent the raw materials from losing any of their distinguishing properties during the production process, thus ensuring the uniqueness of each hand-made piece.

The Sharps believe design to be paramount—that is why they work exclusively with artistic manufacturers whose commercial success is a by-product of their creativity, ability and originality.

Working with some of today’s most talented and respected fashion designers worldwide—Paul Smith, Diane von Furstenberg, Vivienne Westwood, and Alexander McQueen to name a few—they believe that their creative brilliance and deep understanding of print and color contributes to the firm’s “innovate-and-inspire” objective.

The collaboration of this distinctive line of rugs and home accessories took three years, and was well worth the wait. Alexander McQueen’s collection is based on some of his most famous and emblematic design patterns that appear in many forms: feathers, hummingbirds, skulls as well as military and Asian influence. With craftsmanship that achieves couture status, the collection combines the genius, expertise, and vision of the McQueen with luxe detail and superior quality The Rug Company is known for—a perfect blend.

Chris Sharp once said, “Anything that comes out of passion just works.”

The Rug Company is living proof of this statement, that, and collaborating with the right people, like McQueen.

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Champagne During this time of celebration we are surrounded by exclusive events where the surpassing sound of a cork when opening a bottle of sparkling wine is often heard, immediately moving us to the countless brands of Champagne. Whether you are looking for a classy bubbly for a big event, or you simply wish to enjoy those tiny bubbles along with the first meal of the day, or imagine yourself indulged in a delicacy from an aged champagne of your wine cellar, with this special champagne issue we introduce you to the top champagne brands to celebrate this new year.

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Champagne Brut Louis Roederer Cristal Rose

ix years of maturation in cellars, this Pinot Noir and Chardonnay evoke perfection at maturity. Made from biodynamic plots, the Champagne House of Roederer decided to create this feat hundred years after the creation of Cristal. A bouquet of enigmatic clay notes in this rosĂŠ wine is accompanied by a pungent hint of citrus, strawberries, fig and patisserie. Dense with a delicious creamy sensation in texture. A beautiful assemblage with a long and nutty end. Match this icon of royalty with its depth of flavor with dim sum and lobster dumplings.

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his refined champagne comes from a small plot of vineyards, the champagne house was founded in 1770, and is one of the five oldest properties in the region. This attractive bubbly made of Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur Oger, is easy to drink and is full of exquisite notes. Beyond its golden color is perceived a fragrance of roses, citrus and ginger.

Mineral flavor, full-bodied with persistent effervescence and a toasty mouthfeel. Delicious with oysters and shrimp.

Photos: Champagne Duval Leroy, Groupe DIS, Champagne Salon, Champagne Pol Roger.

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onnoisseurs know that enjoying this champagne you get spontaneously immersed into a journey of different and intense feelings, an exclusive privilege! Made from Chardonnay from a very tiny area of vineyards, Champagne Salon is unique. Refined hints of cream, apple pie, figs, toasted pastry, cheese, mushrooms. The mouthfeel is pure, sharp and very smooth.

Complex, with great vinosity and strength. The notes of citrus, toast and honey are integrated into a stronger structure. Long lasting, with a voluptuous finish. Enjoy accompanied by truffle risotto, roasted almonds, caviar and oysters.

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his is one of the rarest champagnes with a unique character made from a very small vineyard garden. The Pinot Noir is native of the Ambonnay commune, one of the most distinguished villages of the region. This is a majestic Champagne. Coated by a copper gold color, with notes of mushrooms, and sweet black currants. Dry, with long finish. Match this exotic champagne with truffles, lobster, Parmesan cheese or Prosciutto ham.

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ifteen years of maturity are needed after harvest, for this champagne to reveal its intensity! Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay is named Oenothéque when it has completed its full maturation.

This majestic complexity is evident in the notes of caramel syrup with toasted elements and minerals, lemon and dried figs. From a magnificent golden-green tone, evokes a remarkable elegance and strength.

Fresh, lively, with tiny and persistent bubbles, robust but sophisticated with a touch of coffee at the end. Best accompanied by a delicious crab soup with a hint of lemongrass and coconut, or perhaps accompanied by a sublime cigar?

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Divine Dining

DIVINE DINING

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California is in the throes of a culinary revolution. New chefs are turning the cookbooks of their forebears upside down and creating their own, innovative cuisine. We have selected the best dining experiences in each region that celebrate the unique Californian culture and feature fresh, local ingredients.

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The eponymous FirsT Cabin resTauranT at the Balboa Bay Club & Resort is truly reminiscent of an elegant dining room on a fancy cruise liner. Immense windows and a fabulous outdoor terrace frame the magnificent views of the sundrenched coastline, sailboats, and unforgettable sunsets. Led by Austrian-born Chef Josef Lageder, the restaurant uses only the season’s freshest ingredients for the menu, which highlights steak and seafood. Catering to health, there is also a wellness menu and numerous items can be prepared to cater to certain dietary needs.

Complement any occasion with First Cabin’s impressive wine selection of more than 600 wines. Critically acclaimed with prestigious awards, among them the Four Diamond Award, the Award of Excellence by Distinguished Restaurants of North America, and the Wine Spectator “Best Of ” Award

of Excellence, Open Table guests recently gave First Cabin the “First in Service” rating.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, live piano music plays requests from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The adjacent First Cabin Wine Bar is an ideal place to meet dinner guests and explore new wines prior to dinner. For intimate parties, small gatherings or wine tasting, there is a private dining room with seating arrangements for up to 14 guests.

Don’t miss the chance to taste the Spicy Pan Seared Prawns in garlic herb butter, crimini mushrooms, chardonnay and lemon, the amazing Seared Chilean Sea Bass with shiitake mushroom quinoa, sun-dried tomato tapenade and arugula and enjoy the classic Crème Brûlée with fresh California berries.

1221 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA 92663 Tel: 888 445 7153 balboabayclub.com

Photos: The Balboa Bay Club & Resort.

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LOS ANGELES IS SYNONYMOUS WITH COOL. Known worldwide for its modern and trendy vibe, L.A. restaurants are among the most innovative and certainly delectable destinations. Among many marvelous options, we’ve selected Providence on Melrose Ave. For lovers of unique and creative French cuisine, Providence restaurant offers its clientele a variety of rich and diverse dishes.

With a menu created by the acclaimed coowner and executive head chef Michael Cimarusti, the dining experience is certain to be memorable.

Begin with a Grilled Wild Spanish Octopus with pickled red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, black olives and coriander; and follow with the famous Wild Queen Charlotte Island King Salmon from British Columbia with spring squashes, La

Quercia bacon, oven roasted tomatoes, basil and roasted chicken broth. Complete the experience with sumptuous whipped Ganache, Kaffir lime banana, blueberry, galangal wild rice. Sip a glass of wine that the experts on hand will bring from the beautifully glass enclosed wine cellar with more than 400 world labels, as well as boutique varietals, an ideal complement to this magnificent seafood.

Earning two Michelin stars, Providence has also been recognized as one of America’s Top 50 Restaurants by Gourmet Magazine, one of the Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S. by Esquire Magazine, among other awards. Simply superb seafood is beckoning you.

5595 Melrose Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90038 Tel: 323 460 4170 providencela.com

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Enjoying a romantic dinnEr for two, celebrating special moments, treating yourself after a stressful week or creating the perfect scene for that special moment… whatever the occasion may be, make it happen at Addison, the signature restaurant of The Grand Del Mar. Enjoy the artisanal approach of contemporary French cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal California ingredients.

Intricate iron and glass doorways trimmed with 22-carat gold accents serve as a dramatic entry and lead to a foyer with 20-foot pyramid ceilings with inlaid limestone and aubergine marble flooring. Adorned by The Library, a beautiful book-lined lounge, and an impressive 13-foot carved limestone fireplace, the setting is magnificent. Begin with a romantic rendezvous over a glass of wine from Addison’s fabulous 2,500 bottle cellar.

Under the guide of the awarded director and executive chef William Bradley, an acclaimed Relais & Chateaux Grand Chef, Addison offers a classic style menu with a sassy twist. Among its high-

lights are entrées with intense flavors and simple yet masterfully combined ingredients, such as Baby Sea Scallops with Watercress, Avocado and Golden Caviar, Ris de Veau Panés with Caramelized Onions, Parmesan and Arugula Spring Lamb.

As San Diego’s first and only restaurant to win the coveted Five-Star Award from Forbes Travel Guide and a Five Diamond rating, this magnificent venue is recognized year after year as of one of the Top U.S. Hotel Restaurants on gayot.com. Just of few of a long list of accolades.

5200 Grand Del Mar Way San Diego, CA 92130 Tel: 858 314 1900 addisondelmar.com

Photos: Addison del Mar.

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come together, magic happens. Back in 1972, this tradition started when partners Gianni Paoletti and Piero Selvaggio opened the doors of what is now considered by many as the finest Italian restaurant in America, Valentino.

Valentino Santa Monica, the flagship of Valentino Restaurant Group, has evolved over the last forty years while remaining true to its original vision—to offer discerning clientele an unparalleled dining experience. Taking the best of Italy’s traditional and contemporary culinary styles, using the finest ingredients, Valentino truly sets a standard of Italian cuisine excellence.

With five spectacular private rooms, able to accommodate as few as 10 and up 85 people, Valentino ensures a unique dining space. One is the opulent Golden Room, a romantic setting of exceptional elegance that serves the best seasonal food. One of the smaller private settings is the New Room, a ritzy area with a beautiful antique gold chandelier, ideal for accommodating up to 16 people.

Everything on the menu is simply amazing, however we suggest that you begin with the classic Tuscan style tomato soup

Pappa al Pomodoro, followed by the Vealchop ai funghi Porcini e Marsala, and finish with the owner’s favorite dessert - I Cannoli Siciliani. Another requisite is the signature cocktail Bourbon 1972, made with Blantons Single Barrel Bourbon, Homemade Blood Orange Puree, and Aperol Splash. Valentino is must on the experienced connoisseur’s bucket list.

3115 Pico Boulevard Santa Monica, CA 90405 Tel: 310 829 4313 valentinorestaurants.com

Fotos: Cortesía Alain Ducasse.

When quality, dedication, and true love for the culinary creation

Photos: Valentino Restaurant Group.

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ONE MARKET, SAN FRANCISCO

Now we head North to the sophisticated and sumptuous city by the bay, San Francisco. The unparalleled One Market restaurant combines the Michelin Star-winning, farm-to-table food of Chef Mark Dommen, an open exhibition kitchen with a special “Chef ’s Table”, a wood-fired grill, and a splendid bar. Thanks to its convenient location, bright surroundings, and the prompt attention of the excellent staff, One Market is considered an ideal choice for a business lunch, for closing that million-dollar deal, a see and be seen establishment.

Taking into account the rule “If it’s not in season, we simply don’t use it,” every dish and dessert is fresh, enticing and masterfully prepared. By expertly walking the line between forthright and outré, Dommen created a truly timeless restaurant.

In September they celebrated The Heirloom Tomato Festival with such dishes as Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops with heirloom tomato risotto, olive oil, and verbena. You could also indulge in the Wild Gulf Shrimp “Louis” with romaine hearts, avocado and quail egg or maybe a Pan-seared Gulf Flounder with black-eyed peas, applewood-smoked bacon and sofrito vinaigrette as a marvelous main course. Wrap up with a delightful dessert, like the Vairhona Chocolate Soufflé Cake with caramelized cremeux, pecan-cocoa crunch, coffee-cocoa nib ice cream and Kahlua cream. Or the Strawberry Lavender Honey Panna Cotta a fromage blanc, olive oil cake with fresh strawberry-lemon sorbet and candied almonds.

Note there is one caveat—One Market’s big, bright dining room and prominent location in San Francisco’s financial district means that it isn’t the place to go for an inconspicuous meal. This is a place to absorb the SF vibe.

1 Market Street San Francisco, CA 94105 Tel: 415 777 5577 onemarket.com

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Learjet 85

 Announced in 2007, this customer-driven designed aircraft has finally come to life via the first “compound structure” model put out by Bombardier Aerospace. This two crew, four passenger aircraft has an avant garde design based on the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion, which offers a fully integrated flight deck with unsurpassed pioneering features. The new generation Pratt & Whitnet Canada PW 307B engine guarantees maximum endurance and economic operation with low levels of emission, as well as noise and environmental impact reduction.

True to its name, Learjet 85 offers a high velocity experience by reaching the Mach 0.82 levels and a trans-continental range of up to 3,000 nautical miles.

The aircraft’s customized version Cabin Management System, developed by Lufthansa Technik, features a high-capacity Ethernet network with a digital amplifier to feed the high-fidelity speaker system and an interface to support the aircraft cabin environment, including lighting and temperature control. Certain to be a comfortable yet productive way to travel.

The manufacturing genius of the first Learjet 85 is a real accomplishment for the aircraft sector in Latin America. The Bombardier Aerospace factory, located in the new aerospace park in Querétaro, Mexico, developed this particular model. The success in the production of the Learjet 85 has set the foundation for Mexico’s high quality aerospace industry.

“This is an unprecedented accomplishment, not only for the Learjet 85 program, but for the aerospace industry as well. The integration of new technology of composite materials makes this aircraft one of its kind,” said Eric Desrosiers, Composite Production Manager.

That enthusiasm and pride is shared by everyone at the Querétaro facility. “I feel very proud,” said Réal Gervais, Vice President of Operations, Bombardier Aerospace in Mexico. “This is a unique and extraordinary accomplishment for the Learjet 85 program and for the Querétaro plant as well. A lot of people made this possible. Our team worked very hard in order to make this happen.” bombardier.com

Photos: Courtesy of Bombardier 1997-2012.

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Vertu Constellation

Photos: Courtesy of Vertu.

all the luxury in a smartphONe

Details Define luxury, especially when taking something practical and functional and turning it into something beautiful and desirable. In today’s fast-paced world having a Smartphone is commonplace and new trends seem to occur on a daily bass. Looking to be step ahead of the trend, set apart from the rest? This little number will give you edge, new and slick and ready for the trend setting.

Reliability, lasting quality and good reception are typical traits of Nokia phones. However, in regards to design, the brand had not yet produced an exclusive or distinguished item. Well, that has changed.

Creating an alternative collection that gives the consumer all the advantages plus lavish it in glam and immeasurable lux, Nokia presents the most magnificent cell phone on the market: Vertu. A top choice for the most demanding cell clients, not only does the design set itself apart from other phones, but superior functionality such as a high contrast screen protected with sapphire crystal, hi-fi speakers, an active function seven-hour lasting battery, eight megapixels camera, USB port entrance, Bluetooth and so much more.

Now, if you are what could be considered a helpless workaholic, and being reachable is not enough, Vertu Constellation meets Quick Office platform, providing access on Microsoft software like Word, Excel and PowerPoint; aside from having access to PDF files, and Internet powered Photo viewer. With out a doubt Vertu Constellation, is consummate communication tool, from design to delivery. vertu.com

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How The West Has Won

BY JACKIE MCFARLAND

IN THE BEGINNING Karen discovered her love for horses when her family lived near a barn that a trainer named Sally Dohner owned near Harrisburg, PA. As the oldest of five children in a middle class household, when she asked her father for riding lessons “He looked at me like I had three heads. So I mucked, raked, watered—essentially did all the barn work for the chance to ride.”

And that’s how it started.

She purchased her first pony with money earned from babysitting and working at the barn. She competed on the local circuit, sold the pony and bought a horse. Over the years she gained great miles in the barn, in the saddle and in the show ring.

Karen graduated from high school and was accepted to Vasser and Swarthmore but needed a scholarship to afford tuition, so she put school on hold. Sally sold the barn.

Karen stayed to manage and teach, but the barn wasn’t the same. Taking the chance to go to college, she completed two years before taking a job with a young professional in the area, George Morris.

In 1972 George had just moved to Hunterdon and Karen went to Florida for the winter to work as a groom. Secretly hoping to be discovered as a rider what she found was that she loved teaching. After about nine months with George, she was managing the barn, teaching and taking clients to shows.

The two aforementioned equestrians were her biggest influences, yet she turned a corner in her riding through another discipline.

“Sally was an excellent horseman, from the barn to breaking horses for the racetrack to riding effectively. George had a huge impact.

Through him I worked with Bert de Nemethy, Jessica Ransehousen and Gunnar Ostergaard. I loved the dressage work. I hadn’t done that type of flatwork and I took to it quite well. When I understood how to incorporate dressage into my hunt seat was when I really learned how to ride well.”

THE WILD WEST After a solid five years with Hunterdon, several years at Tewkesbury Farms, New Hope and Boulder Brook, it was time for a change.

In the early eighties Sally Dohner and Bucky Reynolds had ventured west to start a business at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.

After pondering the opportunity to take her knowledge to a new frontier, Karen decided to head west. Sally and Bucky left two months later, but she had made a decision and was going to stick to it.

Quite different from the east coast landscape, she soon learned that paddocks on the west coast weren’t green grass, woodfenced areas but dirt pipe corrals. Compared to Tewksbury, NJ where there were 100 oneday and multi-day shows a year, the entire state of California had only ten or twelve recognized horse shows annually.

Karen recalled those early days with a smile. “When I first started going to shows in California I would get on a horse early in

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n inspiration to hundreds of equestrians, a pioneer of excellence on the both coasts, strong-willed, stubborn and supremely dedicated, Karen Healey can speak volumes about correct position, technical riding, the idiosyncrasies of getting a great jump, essentially every detail of rider and equine development. But she is also a gourmet cook, adores the theatre and volunteers for the homeless every holiday season. I wanted the story behind the master, how she came to be an equestrian, choices she made that we all experience, career moments, her thoughts on the sport. Behind the serious and tireless teacher is a kid who grew up loving horses, worked for the chance to ride and has a huge heart for canines and equines.

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the morning and I would be the only one there until five minutes before the classes started. One of the first regional finals was at Flintridge. It was pouring rain. Without even giving it a second thought, I taught all day in the downpour. At about three o’clock. one of the trainers, Larry Mayfield, came out and told me he’d been sent out to the ring to ask me to please go home, the rest of them certainly wanted to. I laughed and told him I wasn’t done yet.”

In the eighties the west coast winter circuit was in Arizona, and a few of her students were ready for that level, including Mia Woods and Meredith Michaels. In 1986 Mia went to east to ride with Beacon Hill for the USEF Medal Finals and won.

Meredith was one of the first to focus on the east coast as a part of her plan. Even after she went to Princeton, she planned to take a semester off to compete in the Olympic Trials.

“Although we both knew she would always be involved with horses at a high level, I think it was important that Meredith spent those years at Princeton. And, well, the rest is history,” Karen still gets up early and stays until the last horse is done. No longer the lone trainer at the show from sunrise to sunset, rain or shine, over the last 25 years Karen has been an integral part of the west coast evolving into a viable place for developing great horses and horsemen.

“Earning second, third and fourth in the 2007 USEF Medal Finals with Hannah Selleck, Tina DiLandri and Shelby Wakeman respectively was great for all involved—the kids, the barn and making a stamp that the west coast was, and is, certainly a force to be reckoned with.”

After hundreds of medal finals, Indoor circuits and horse shows all over the country, Karen is still 150% involved. She made a clear distinction about her specialty. “I am not an equitation trainer,

Opposite page: Karen Healey.

Top: Hannah Selleck wins the 2008 USET Talent Search Finals.

Bottom: Lauren Kay's Gulliver.

A FEW OF MANY MEMORABLE MOMENTS Karen recalls, “In 1989 Lauren Kay and Gulliver were second in the Maclay to Ray Texel. Her mother was thrilled and asked ‘So can we just quit now?’ But she went back the next year, battled it out with Kelley Farmer and won.”

“In 1998 at the USEF Medal Finals in Harrisburg, the weather was terrible, really rainy. There wasn’t a lot of opportunity to prepare. Jill Prieto’s horse Derreck was really nervous and had two rails in the first round. She got called back about 24th, and had an unbelievably beautiful second round, moving up to 6th. They brought back the top six for further testing. The track was difficult and the riders weren’t allowed to watch each other. Jill had to go first and she was super.

She ended up second to Kent Farrington.”

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there is no such thing. The Medals happen to be a path many riders choose—there are goals to work towards and technical aspects to master in order to ride well in the finals. Plus learning to deal with the pressure. My career, and what I love to do, is teaching students to ride well, assistant trainers to train well and horses to jump well.” Although known for top results in equitation, several riders have earned hunter as well as jumper accolades, from championships at Indoors to medals at NAJYRC, including the 2012 Gold Medal Winner, Killian McGrath. Many professionals, including Archie Cox, Kasey Ament, Jill Prieto, Cathleen Calvert and recently Hannah Selleck, have spent time working with Karen before venturing out on their own.

“Hannah will be a really top professional, she’s got years of great miles, and is now focusing on what it takes outside of the show ring.

She’s soaking up a whole new body of knowledge.”

DESIRE AND NO TEARS

opportunity, is an essential mental edge. No tears, no fear—but an intense focus, knowing where you are mentally each step of the track. And pressing on when something doesn’t go as planned, those mishaps drive you even more. Meredith, Karen explained, always had that edge.

GIVING BACK Karen’s involvement with the hunter/jumper affiliate USHJA dates back to its inception eight years ago. She’s an active part of an extremely dedicated group who has worked tirelessly to create the Trainer Certification Program (TCP). Karen is committed to teaching and preserving the American system of riding. TCP provides a foundation and sets consistent standards for trainers across the board.

Although difficult in today’s show world, Karen still tries to find horses that a kid from a background like hers can develop. It takes a couple of years to make a top horse, but working together to achieve training and competitive goals is truly rewarding.

“In this sport, you’re only as good as the last class you’ve ‘won’. It’s constant. I’ve been asked if I’m ready to retire. I’ll retire when I stop getting the good knot in my stomach—wanting it so badly for the kids—when that stops, I’ll stop. I’m not even close yet.”

Top: 2012 NAYRC individual Gold Medalist Killian McGrath.

Bottom left: Tiffani Weeda tops the podium in the 2007 CPHA Foundation Finals.

Bottom right: Archie Cox and Karen Healey.

Photos: Courtesy of Flying Horse Photography and CapturedMomentPhoto.com .

Karen claims without hesitation that what makes a great rider is desire.

All the talent in the world without a solid work ethic and a burning desire to be great won’t result in a rider. Among the list of clinics Karen taught this year, two were for the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program (EAP).

Lizzy Traband, who has only one arm, participated in an EAP clinic.

“Talk about desire—she’s the epitome. She trumps a handicap, doesn’t have a ton of money but has incredible focus and desire.

After the clinic she took the time to write an email, expressing her appreciation, explaining what she had learned and she applied it to her work at home.”

What separates good riders with desire and work ethic from top international riders who can perform under pressure, even ache for that

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Sotheby’s Finest and Rarest Wines once in a lifetime opportunity

If the most unIque and exquIsIte wInes in the world are of interest, you simply must head to London on November 14th, or to New York on November 17th and December 1st when Sotheby’s wine department is hosting the Finest and Rarest Wines auction.

Sotheby’s Wine, which holds over 20 annual sales in London, New York, and Hong Kong, offers their wine in its best condition and with excellent provenance. The team, led by Serena Sutcliffe, is known by his great (and well earned) reputation. This alone attracts the most prestigious collectors and most discerning buyers worldwide.

Beginning in London on September 12th of last year, they boasted a wonderful Burgundy cellar from an 18th century country house—offering an impressively amassed collection, sourced impeccably and recorded with great care. The choice of producers was filled with renowned names, from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti to Henri Jayer, Comtes Georges de Vogüé to Georges Roumier, and Méo-Camuzet to Mongeard-Mugneret; the ages of these wine running from 1959 to 1990. Lovers of the iconic Vega Sicilia ‘Unico,’ acquired rare vintages from 1959 to 1986 in bottle and magnum formats, sourced from another private collection in Spain.

The New York sale on September 15th featured some of the greatest wines to come out of California. The procured were a full case of the legendary 1974 Heitz Martha’s Vineyard, 20 vintages of Opus One from 19792002, as well as some Modern Cult Classics such as a 12-bottle case of 2006 Screaming Eagle. More than 100 bottles of Sine Qua Non wines by Manfred Krankel also made it to the auction block. Selections from Burgundy included seven vintages of La Tâche, while stellar wines from the Rhône featured full cases of 1990 Hermitage La Chapelle from Jaboulet and 1995 Côte Rôtie La Turque from Guigal.

This November, a superb collection of Château Lafite headlines the sale of Finest and Rarest Wines in London. The collection comes with impeccable origin and features complete cases from the years 1957 through to 2009.

Buyers are anticipating brilliant collections in the New York auctions, and can be confident that all the wines Sotheby’s offers, not just in these two upcoming sales, but always, have been carefully inspected by the most experienced and knowledgeable specialists.

With live online bidding, you can join Sotheby’s auctions all over the world—London, New York and Hong Kong. Listen, watch and bid wherever you are (with an internet connection, of course). Be certain to register online up to 24 hours before each sale. Wine par excellence!

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The blissful touch

MANDARIN ORIENTAL LAS VEGAS

OCEAN CLUB BAHAMAS

MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACH

A deeply therapeutic experience that reflects the luxury of 1930’s Shanghai is waiting at Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas. This luxurious resort is one of only 30 spas in the world to receive the esteemed Forbes Five Stars award, won by dedication to their philosophy of catering to all aspects of wellness: physical and emotional, while providing inspiration for a lasting lifestyle rearrangement.

Undeniably one of the finest and most luxurious spas in the world, guests enjoy the tranquility and privacy of one of eight Balinese style treatment villas. All villas are furnished with teak massage tables, a waterfall shower, daybed, and a jetted tub in a private, open-air garden. After each treatment, guests are given savory herbal teas and fresh fruit presented in a Japanese tea ceremony.

Located in the vibrant artists’ colony of Laguna Beach, where mountains and sea converge, lies a place that draws inspiration from nature, bringing all aspects of life into artful balance. Re-connect your body and mind with treatments that detoxify, replenish and balance; then, enhance your body and spirit with your choice of a personal fitness program or wellness class as ocean breezes caress your skin.

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Las Vegas NV 89158 Ph: (702) 590 8888

P.O. BOX N 4777 Paradise Island, Bahamas Ph: (242) 3632501

P30801 South Coast Highway.

Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Ph: (949) 715 6010

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AROMATIC RENEWAL FACIAL

This facial treatment dramatically rejuvenates dull skin that exhibits signs of environmental damage, uneven pigmentation and fine lines. These products are rich in anti-oxidants and encourage immediate cell renewal to improve your skin’s appearance. Double cleansing, a refining exfoliation, steam and extraction, along with an intense eye treatment and a fruit enzyme mask leaves the skin visibly clear, radiant and smooth.

A deeply cleansing, active aromatherapy facial for men and women that combines the power of Premium grade Essential oils to help de-stress and oxygenate your skin cells. Choose from: Herbal Lavender Repair to help heal and balance combination skin types, Exotic Moisture Dew for dry, dehydrated skin and Fruit Active Glow to revive dull, lifeless complexions.

Enjoy soothing massage techniques that remove facial tissue debris while therapeutic essential oils bathe and nourish skin cells. This facial is ideal for relieving congestion and sinus pressure. Feel your skin come back to life with this superb 90-minute treatment.

ELEMIS AROMA SPA SEAWEED MASSAGE

An empowering and deeply relaxing experience, the signature of Montage Laguna Beach is a thoroughly customized program of restorative services. Designed just for you, this treatment provides equal parts of rejuvenation, relaxation and personal insight through exploration of the essential you.

Enjoy at least 120 minutes of complete, deep and inner relaxation and ease. This remarkable program can be complemented in many ways, and extend up to a week or so, depending on the desired results.

Truly an experience of a lifetime.

Photos: Courtesy of the respective spas.

PERSONALIZED OCEAN AND EARTH The Ocean and Earth Body Wrap harnesses the relaxing, healing properties of aromatherapy. The body wrap is designed to comfortably raise the body’s temperature and induce perspiration to help eliminate toxins and increase the absorption of the oils. Achieve ultimate tranquility with a mindcalming Oriental Head Massage while your body is enveloped and restored by the wrap of marine mud, algae or Oshadi clay.

Combining the richness of sea plants and marine algae with aromatherapy, this treatment is deeply detoxifying through multiple layers of the skin. First a warm seaweed body mask containing a synergy of cleansing essential oils is applied and then you are cocooned in a comforting wrap. Relax with a scalp and foot massage while the active ingredients work to detoxify your body systems. Choose from Cellutox for detoxification and Musclease to help relieve sore joints and muscular tension.

SURRENDER: AN EXPLORATION OF THE ESSENTIAL YOU

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EXUMA

A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL FLOATING VILLA

Booking your dream charter experience is simple when working with the experts. Fraser Yacht’s team of charter brokers have travelled the world extensively, acquiring expert knowledge on the best yachts and the most exclusive destinations, all with one goal in mind: to create an unforgettable charter holiday for you. The revolutionary Exuma is a deluxe yacht designed for exploration.

With a shallow draft and her amazing array of water toys (including an amphibious jeep and a hovercraft), she is ideal for adventures at sea and ashore.

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Pleasures SPIRITS

CONCEIVED WITH TOP FOCUS on efficiency for fully autonomous navigation, the Picchiotti Superyacht Exuma is a 163 ft motor yacht of the highest quality. The interior and exterior spaces increase privacy among shipboard guests and enhance outdoor living. Internal furnishings, designed by Perini Navi’s Interior Designers, focus on classic maritime style tradition—essentially using oak, teak and Italian marble.

Large glass doors and a spacious side deck accentuate the breathtaking view of the surrounding panorama that characterizes the bridge deck. The helm, the Captain’s office and a panty, a spacious saloon with L-shaped sofa, a coffee table, armchairs and an entertainment area create an ideal environment for the picturesque yacht experience. The

Internal furnishings were designed with a focus on classic maritime style tradition, essentially using oak, teak and Italian marble.

Photos: Courtesy of Fraser Yachts.

Technical Data: Length overall: 163 ft 9 in Beam moulded: 31 ft 2 in Draft: 7 ft 6 in Engines: 2 x Caterpillar C32 Acert Cabins: 1 Single, 3 Double, 1 Twin Cruising speed: 14 knots Max speed: 17 knots

outdoor living concept is embodied by two comfortable chaise-lounges for sunbathing and a large, accessorized Jacuzzi. The Living Area is equipped with every latest generation entertainment device. The dining area hosts a table that can be modified to sit up to 12 people, accompanied by a useful pantry.

Exuma was envisioned and created with discovery in mind—she has the capability of stowing large amounts of equipment on board, thus facilitating exploration of the most beautiful and remote areas of the world. Last but not least, this yacht can house an amphibious 16.4 ft vehicle, a Hov Pod 12 ft hovercraft housed inside the two fore lateral garages with gull-wing door openings, two electric land scooters, two Seabobs and a Sea-Doo RXT 250 jet ski.

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TRAVEL & TIPS

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YACHTS

From India to Chile, from Italy to Maldives and even here in the USA, we have carefully selected some of the best resorts from around the world.

Each one is acknowledged for its own unique qualities: one where the summer weather is 24/7, another offers the beauty of the desert; yet another on a private island, one atop a hill overlooking the sea, another in the heart of a bustling city and one where guests are the royal Maharaja.

So read on, choose a destination and start packing. Rest assured your will be in the hands of hospitality experts. POR JULIETA GARCĂ?A DE LEĂ“N.

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Taj Mahal Palace MUMBAI, INDIA Within the dramatic and enchanting setting of Mumbai, India’s commercial and entertainment capital, there is an exclusive luxury resort, an imperial palace that shines with a light of its own: the amazing Taj Mahal Palace.

Photos: Courtesy of The Indian Hotels Company Limited.

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his emblematic 5-star hotel stands up proudly in front of the gates of India with a panoramic breathtaking view of the Arabic ocean. Hidden in the heart of Mumbai, only six miles away from downtown and 19 miles away from the international airport, the hotel is a magnificent mix of Moorish, Florentine and Oriental styles, and has a very rich history of its own. Built in 1903 as one of the original luxury hotels, that palace’s exquisite round domes and profound arches masterfully combine historical design into a true Oriental dream. Over the last hundred years, the Taj Mahal Palace has gathered a collection of paintings, and artwork that is marveled around the world. Combining an impressive variety of styles and artistic tastes, the collection ranges from a magnificently large Belgian chandelier, to the most refined tokens of Bastar tribal art, from chairs and tables encrusted with pure Indian art, to the Goan Christian art, Jali designs with Mughal inspiration, to contemporary sculptures. Decorated with authentic art, the halls in the palace serve as testimony for over a century of traditional Indian heritage.

The rooms and suites of the Palace wing were completely restored by four of the world most acclaimed designers, a team

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formed by Malaysian, Italian, Singapore and American architects.

Each of the 44 suites is exquisitely decorated with original paintings and furniture from the palace’s past, well blended with all the modern day comforts including luxurious bathrooms. Press a button and a personal butler will attend to your every request from the moment you check in to the time of your departure.

Guests enjoy a panoramic pool, fully equipped gym and a worldclass spa. Eleven elegant restaurants offer authentic cuisine as well as tastes from around the world. At Masala savor ancient Indian dishes with a contemporary twist. At Souk, patrons enjoy a stunning rooftop view of the harbor, while tasting the finest flavors from the East Mediterranean. At Wasabi by Morimoto, traditional Japanese cuisine is given a chic modern flair.

Maharajas, Kings, presidents, famous writers, artists and millionaires from around the world have slept in the palace, add your name to the list.

The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai Apollo Bunder Mumbai - 400 001 Maharashtra, India tajhotels.com

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rant, winner of Wine Spectator’s prestigious Grand Award. Offering an unconventional fine dining experience, Executive Chef John Cox presents exquisite food creations featuring ingredients highlighted by a sense of place and culture. Selections from the award-winning wine cellar enhance the innovative, inspired cuisine.

Visit the infinity Jade Pool with expansive views that meld sea and sky, or the infinity Meditation Pool perched over the coastline, both kept at constant and delicious 104 degrees. There’s also morning yoga, guided hikes or saunters, stargazing with a celestial telescope, and nearby activities like whale watching.

Post Ranch Inn’s temptations are simply irresistible- splendidly rejuvenating spa treatments, savory dining and idyllic natural surroundings equal the ultimate in relaxation. The panoramic natural beauty of Big Sur warms body and soul. Your serenity awaits.

Post Ranch Inn 47900 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920 postranchinn.com

Post Ranch Inn

Photos: Courtesy of Post Ranch Inn.

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ack your bags and prepare to unwind at a beautiful and peaceful place atop a magnificent hill. Leave the rest of the world behind at this serene sanctuary of romance, natural luxury and stunning beauty. With a minimum age of 18 for all guests, the Post Ranch Inn is a place to relax, rejuvenate and nurture relationships. The perfect place for a second honeymoon, or even a first.

Organic architecture embraces the dramatic beauty of the California coastline, where accommodations meld rustic elegance with luxury and comfort as well as breathtaking views of the ocean below and the mountains above. The inn offers 39 guest rooms and two private houses.

Begin your journey to ultimate relaxation with a visit to the award-winning spa. Enjoy the expertise of the therapists alone or with a loved one in the setting you prefer—a private room or deck, the scenic spa treatment rooms, or the couple’s Spa Suite. Experience signature treatments like the acclaimed Big Sur Jade Stone Therapy, where warmed Big Sur jade, from nearby beaches, and basalt river rocks combined with massage relieves taut muscles and sore joints, while cool marble stone releases inflammation.

This thermo-therapy stimulates circulation and balances energy.

Or speak to your skin with the glorious Organic Garden Facial complete with hand-made organic products comprised of fruits, vegetables and herbs are blended to fit your skin type. Known to help aging, sun damage or blemished, the natural fruit acids, medicinal herbs, vitamins, minerals, local honey and Big Sur flower essences help skin revitalize and sustain radiance. A neck, shoulder, hand and foot massage is included.

After a long day of relaxing and pampering enjoy a perfect dinner with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean at Sierra Mar restau-

May this magazine be most beneficial to all sentient beings. May anybody who sees, touches, remembers, dreams about, thinks about, or who reads this magazine immediately be purified and may they never be born in the lower realms. May they receive all the benefits of the pure Dharma. May they actualize guru devotion, renunciation, bodhichitta, emptiness, and the two stages immediately in this very lifetime. May all their wishes succeed immediately, according to the holy Dharma, and may they achieve enlightenment as quickly as possible.

BIG SUR, CALIFORNIA, USA

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Jumeirah Dhevanafushi REPUBLIC OF MALDIVES

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ith spectacular ocean views, virgin beaches, and some of the most amazing natural barrier reef in the world, this lovely location is hidden on the south end of an astonishing natural landscape. A secret corner with two unique and different “islands,� each one is special. The rooms acknowledge the individuality and character of the high-end traveler, with 38 villas and suites above the water, furnished in wood, adorned with the highest technology, including an iPod dock, flat screen, free Wi-Fi, plus a spacious private pool steps away from the crystal clear water of the lagoon.

Start your day with a lovely breakfast at Azara, and its great variety of International dishes. Enjoy water sports, as well as fishing, div-

Photos: Jumeirah International LLC 2008 - 2012.

Looking for the paramount in resort luxury, head up to Jumeirah Dhevanafushi in the splendor of the Maldive Islands. Each and every detail of this resort lives up to the quality standards the prestigious hotel brand name guarantees.

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ing, and windsurfing, or get a soothing massage at the hotel spa. Take a romantic sunset cruise, have an outdoor lunch at the Robin Crusoe island, play on the pristine beaches and enjoy a casual dinner at Murmayaz.

Don’t miss the scene at the Khi bar, a happening place.

The highly capable, and ever attending crew, will satisfy your every wish. Amidst clear blue skies, we feel certain this is an adventure you will cherish.

Jumeirah Dhevanafushi Meradhoo Island Gaafu Alifu Atoll Republic of Maldives Tel: 01 800 925 0323 jumeirah.com

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Blessed with the most spectacular and private location, and serendipitously tucked away in a valley of serene beauty, the Alto Atacama desert lodge and spa is ideal for a desert exploration, attending cultural encounters, or simply absorbing the breathtaking space.

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xtremely isolated and beautiful; the magnificence lies within the texture of the land, the starkness of the sky and the essence of the Atacama Desert. Built in the style of traditional adobe settlement complete with llamas and native crops with a simplicity that has all the allure and luxury of a high-end resort.

Every room in Alto Atacama has a private terrace where guest can soak up the colors of the valley. Although deserts are known for dryness, water from glacial snow is what makes San Pedro de Atacama an oasis. Expert hands and aromatic scents offer a revitalizing spa experience with options that include Finishing sauna, Turkish baths, Scottish shower, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, to name a few.

Explore the Atacama Desert on one of many expeditions created by the experienced staff, with options to fit every skill level.

Experience the magnificent cooking of the acclaimed Chef Daniel Molina at restaurant Caur where the best of Mediterranean style cuisine is marvelously mixed with local ingredients. During your stay on Alto Atacama, follow its home philosophy “The world has to be walked, to be explored to become known”.

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Milan and fashion go together like cookies and milk, a match made in heaven. All the ingredients for the fabulous fashionistas from around the world are found here.

Bvlgari Hotel MILAN, ITALY

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iscover the ultimate vogue venue with this posh plan in Milan. Book a suite ASAP at the fabulous Bvlgari hotel, located on a private street between Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga, La Scala and the Accademia di Brera, in a tastefully renovated 18th century Milanese palazzo. Situated in the cultural and commercial heart of a city that, behind its austere façades, hides delightful and unexpected courtyards and green spaces, among those this beautiful private garden of a hotel, a natural extension of the nearby Botanical Garden, a restorative oasis of serenity and relaxation in the midst of the busy city pace.

Upon arrival take a brief respite in the marvelous Bvlgari suite, where a unique view of the garden and of Milan’s historic center await you on the Penthouse Floor. Enjoy the spacious living room, furnished with soft leather couches and Oriental carpets, and your own private Brera stone fireplace. Next choose a pillow from the dreamy pillow collection menu every suite has to offer. You will need your beauty rest, for there is a long day ahead, and an incredible city below.

After a delicious breakfast, head up to Via Fogazzaro, and visit the amazing Prada Foundation, where you will learn everything there is to know about the early days of fashion design. Next, visit Spazio Oberdan, simply the place for fashion events. Then continue to stroll down Corso Venezia to the heart of the high fashion district: Via della Spiga, the dream candy land for high fashion aficionados.

Here you can find all the greatest design houses, famous for the words “Made In Italy.” After leaving Via Montenapoleone, the most

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exclusive street in the fashion district, take a short walk to Piazza dell Scala, to enjoy a classic Italian gelato and have dinner at the fabulous Michelin star awarded Trussardi alla scala, where the Lobster with purple potatoes, white peach and sangria sorbet is definitely to die for. Return to the hotel o enjoy a pleasant night’s sleep, and prepare for a day of relaxation.

Arise to a signature Bvlgari breakfast at Il Gardino, and get set to experience the formidable hotel spa. Considered a refuge for the body and the spirit, the hotel spa offers a harmonious atmosphere that fosters the quest for balance. Enjoy a sumptuous and elegant setting where daylight filters through the glass walls and illuminates the pure gold tiles of the pool. To forget the everyday rush and truly relax and renew we encourage you to try the Bvlgari Serenity Program. Created to soothe the senses and rejuvenate mind and body with deeply relaxing massage techniques, combined with a luxurious facial therapy, plus a hand and nail treatment, allow you to rediscover total well being. Time to relax fashionably, at the splendid Bvlgari Milano Hotel.

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Journal of…

SPIRITS

“Luxury is innovation, and as long as I am here, we will innovate; not only on the shapes, materials and ideas. But the whole scope…

Because that is what the whole of luxury is about.”

Bernard Fornas CEO Cartier

AS CEO AND PRESIDENT OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS LUXURY BRANDS, ONE CANNOT HELP BUT WONDER HOW HE DEALS WITH A POOR ECONOMY. Since taking over as President and Chief Executive Officer in 2002, Fornas and Cartier have experienced more economically bad times than good. Their traditional wealthy American and European clients have switched to unusually cautionary spending habits. Fornas took on the challenge of growing the business in these changing times, without losing its highly desirable cachet. One tactic he used, create less ostentatious more discreet timepieces that speak luxury quietly.

LUXURY IS INNOVATION. Silver-haired, immaculately dressed and polished, Fornas is clearly at home with the multi-millionaires Cartier products are designed for. This shared understanding of the value of luxury and exclusivity enables him to speak passionately about retaining the “Cartier smell” and the “Cartier touch” in any new design. While he respects the tradition of the 164-year-old firm, he is also

aware of the need to constantly create new designs with new materials. Fornas claims that ‘Luxury is innovation’ and via this decree he sought to evolve not just design and materials but the entire scope of Cartier. One such innovation was introducing a revolutionary new technology for watch movement that reduces the need for maintenance by half.

SOCIAL AWARENESS AND RESPONSIBILTY AS A LEADER. Fornas takes Cartier’s position as a leader in the industry seriously, and believes the company has a responsibility to uphold a high level of corporate social conscience.

In a 2008 television interview he went on record saying that as long as human rights problems continued in Burma, Cartier would not buy any rubies from that country.

Cartier has also put up a public fight against the trade in so-called blood diamonds.

CARTIER CONTINUES Cartier is also pressing ahead with ambitious plans to increase its network of high quality boutiques, particularly in new and

emerging markets, and for Fornas this is a key factor in ensuring the brand is able to weather the economic storms. The company also focuses on events that are expected to generate results. One example is the lavish excursion to Istanbul Cartier planned for 150 of its best clients last autumn, where guests were treated to tours, sumptuous dinners and a private viewing of 300 new high jewelry pieces displayed in a mansion on the Bosporus.

Fornas is confident that he has led his firm through the worst.

While he will continue to have a senior management role, soon it’ll be up to Stanislas de Quercize the next CEO of Cartier, to lead the company into the next era.

Photo: Philippe Poivre, Studio Dieleman © Cartier 2009, 2010

After turning 65 and announcing his upcoming retirement Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier International, has a story of struggle and success from the past decade.

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and Imothep.

Top right: Rusty Stewart and Bristol.

Bottom: Olympian Robert Ridland walks the course with lucky fan.

Middle left: Nicole Shahinian-Simpson

Middle right: Ashlee Bond and Wistful.

Photos: Courtesy of McCool Photography and Captured Moment Photography.

Top left: Rusty Stewart and Bristol win the $50,000 Showpark World Cup Grand Prix.

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Catch the Best Show In Vegas at the South Point Hotel Equestrian Arena. The Las Vegas National attracts world-class equestrians including Olympians, internationally acclaimed and rising young stars.

Each day is packed with top level competition, giveaways, raffles, shopping, and more!

Come back for the main event on Saturday, November 17th as we watch riders compete for a chance to qualify for the 2013 World Cup Finals during the $50,000 Las Vegas World Cup Grand Prix.

With free admission, you won't find a better deal in town. This isn’t just your normal Las Vegas show– this is the Las Vegas National Horse Show!

Top left: Will Simpson shares his gold.

Top right: Kids jumping for a JustWorld.

Middle: Eduardo Menezes.

Bottom left: Melissa Brandes and Will Simpson in the Grand Prix Opening Ceremonies.

Bottom right: AutographS ession with Nicole Shahinian Simpson and Mandy Porter.

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WORLD CUP

The FEI World Cup Final, an indoor competition held in April each year, is the single most important annual International Championship in equestrian sport. Other equestrian events at this level, the Olympics and the World Championships, occur every four years.

The series, which began in 1978, has fourteen leagues in six continents. Approximately 50 riders qualify annually to compete for the highly sought after title of World Cup Champion. Held at fabulous locations all over the world, the 2013 FEI World Cup Final will be in ‘Göteborg, Sweden, from April 24-28, 2013. Blenheim EquiSports hosts FEI World Cup Qualifying Grand Prix classes in three different locations—Del Mar, San Juan Capistrano and Las Vegas.

WHO IS THE FEI? Left : Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum and Shutterfly at the 2009 Rolex FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas.

The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), founded in 1921, is the international governing body for equestrian sport recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The sole controlling authority for all international events in many disciplines including show jumping, the FEI establishes the regulations and approves

equestrian programs at Championships, Continental and Regional Games as well as the Olympic Games.

FEI VALUES 1. Fairness and Equality: Equestrianism is one of the very few sports where men and women share the same podium and compete on equal terms up to and including Olympic level.

2. Complicity with the Animal: It is the only sport that involves two athletes, the horse and rider. It is the successful partnership between these two elements; the relationship of confidence and respect that is built up between them, that makes the sport so exceptional.

3. Respect for the Environment: Equestrianism is also very much concerned with the conservation of the environment. It was one of the first international sports federations to establish a Code of Conduct towards the Environment.

4. Respect for the Horse: Since the FEI was formed, it has concerned itself relentlessly with the welfare of the horse. In 1991 the FEI adopted a Code of Conduct, which states as follows: “...at all times the welfare of the horse must be paramount and must never be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences.”

Photos: Tish Quirk (left), CapturedMomentPhoto.com (right).

WHAT IS THE WORLD CUP?

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HOW THE TRACK TURNS

HOW BIG AND WIDE ARE THESE JUMPS?

• Walking the course: Before the class begins, each rider has an opportunity to walk the course on foot. They will memorize the order of the jumps, determine how many horse strides to take in between jumps and finalize their plan. They consider each step, each corner and each line they will take, often called the ‘track’. Riders also determine their jump-off plan during the course walk.

• Time allowed: The course designer establishes the time allowed. If a rider exceeds the time allowed, he/she will incur time faults. In an FEI class one time fault is added to the score for every four seconds over the time allowed.

• Course designer: A very important and technical role, the course designer creates the placement of each jump, the distances between the jumps and the order in which the course will be jumped.

Each ‘track’ or course design is unique and has a variety of questions that the rider has to answer without fault. These questions include distance challenges, turns, height, width and more.

• Lowering the height of a jump: For each fence lowered, a four fault penalty is added to the score. Touches or rubs don’t count as faults, only a knockdown.

• Refusing a jump: If a horse refuses to jump, four faults are incurred. If there are two refusals on course, the horse and rider are immediately eliminated.

• Fall of horse or rider: Also constitutes elimination.

• A clean round: When a horse and rider jump the course without incurring any penalties within the allotted time allowed, they are ‘clean’. If more than one horse is clean, they compete for the win in the jump-off.

• Jump off: All riders who are clean in the first round have the opportunity to return for the jump off. Also created by the course designer, the jumps are raised and the course adjusted for this second round. The goal is to be both fast and clean. The rider who has the least number of faults in the fastest time is the winner.

Jump height cannot exceed 1.60m (5’3”). The spread should be proportionate to the height and not more than 2m (6’7”).

HOW WORLD CUP POINTS ARE EARNED Points are awarded to the top 16 places in the class according to the scale below. If a rider has more than one horse, the first horse they compete on is their World Cup mount for this competition.

1st - 20 pts.

5th - 12 pts.

9th - 8 pts.

13th - 4 pts. nd th th 2 - 17 pts.

6 - 11 pts.

10 - 7 pts.

14th - 3 pts. rd th th 3 - 15 pts.

7 - 10 pts.

11 - 6 pts.

15th - 2 pts. th th th 4 - 13 pts.

8 - 9 pts.

12 - 5 pts.

16th - 1 pts.

WHICH COUNTRIES HAVE WON? Since the first World Cup Final in 1979, 22 riders from nine countries have won the prestigious title: United States (USA) - 7 riders Germany (GER) - 4 riders Austria (AUT) - 2 riders Canada (CAN) - 2 riders Great Britain (GBR) - 2 riders Switzerland (SUI) - 2 riders Brazil (BRA) - 1 rider France (FRA) - 1 rider Netherlands (NED) - 1 rider

Bottom: 2012 World Cup Champion Rich Fellers (USA).

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A Movement for Social Change in the Equestrian Community

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Opposite: Christian Ahlmann, Eric Top: Children at Los Lamaze and Jeroen Patojos are able to get treated Dubbeldam. by a doctor thanks to the Adopt a Opposite: Christian Project campaign.

Ahlmann, Eric Lamaze Bottomand Left:Jeroen Nita Dubbeldam. studying at the JustWorld partner Opposite: project,Christian PIO, in Ahlmann, Eric Cambodia.

Lamaze and Jeroen Dubbeldam.

Bottom Center: The JustWorld delegation during the Fall 2011 Guatemala visit to partner project, Los Patojos.

Bottom Right: JustWorld Ambassadors Angela Covert, Evey Hegewisch, Madison McDougall, and Sarah Abdi representing JustWorld International at the El Cortijo Horse Show in Guatemala.

t has been another busy and action packed summer for Florida based charity JustWorld International. Founded in 2003 by former grand prix rider Jessica Newman, JustWorld International acts as a catalyst for positive change in the developing world by working with local partner organizations to provide basic education, nutrition, health, hygiene, and vocational programs for children in impoverished communities in Honduras, Cambodia, Guatemala, and Brazil. JustWorld raises funds throughout the international equestrian world, from individuals to partner horse shows to corporate sponsors.

While JustWorld continues to support thousands of children in developing countries, expand social programs and bring change to communities, they have also been busy in the equestrian world with fundraising events, exciting partnerships, innovative ambassador initiatives and the launch of the impressive Adopt A Project Campaign!

“Bringing Equestrians Together for a Just World” is the hallmark of JustWorld International. Riders and horse shows on the West Coast, including the Las Vegas National, are joining the movement to lend the passion they have for riding to their commitment to helping others. Unique in its origins in the international show jumping community, JustWorld focuses on not only raising funds through events at horse shows but also on developing programs that allow riders to become compassionate and generous global citizens.

Through the rider ambassador program, motivated young riders have been able to get involved in innovative fundraising initiatives and participate in a movement of social change! Recent examples of fundraising from dedicated rider ambassadors include Karaoke Dinner Nights, birthday celebration donations, designing a “JustWorld App” with a donate now button, and holding golf events. Currently more than 500 equestrians from 37 countries ride on behalf of JustWorld and pledge to raise awareness and funds as JustWorld Ambassadors.

Another way equestrians and the general masses alike can get involved is to Adopt a Project! In June, JustWorld launched its Adopt A Project campaign, allowing supporters to easily get involved and choose exactly which programs they would like their donations to fund. The campaign provides opportunities to support specific education, nutrition, health and hygiene, and leadership and cultural development programs at JustWorld’s project sites in Brazil, Cambodia, Guatemala, and Honduras. More information can be found on the JustWorld website here: www.justworldinternational.org/adopt-a-project The new campaign is a great opportunity for individuals, groups, and businesses to get involved and help to provide critical opera-

tional support to JustWorld, even if they are not directly a part of JustWorld’s key equestrian audience.

Ambassadors and other JustWorld supporters are also welcome to join on project visits and see first hand the incredible impact their efforts and JustWorld are having on children around the world. JustWorld is proud of the success the children at its partner projects have achieved, such as in the case of Nita at JustWorld’s partner project, PIO in Cambodia: Nita is a 17-year-old Cambodian girl who has benefitted from the generosity of JustWorld donors. She used to work in Phnom Penh’s garbage dump and lived with her grandmother near the dumpsite.

It was a hard and very dangerous life for a young girl. She was also lacking the prospects of a bright future with no education or money to pay for public school in Cambodia. Nita came to study at JustWorld’s partner project, PIO in 2005 and was allowed to live there in 2006, as she did not have a home of her own. After receiving basic education, she wanted to study at the PIO beauty school in 2009 to earn a vocational skill in order to support herself and her family. After completing the beauty salon course, she continued to study English at PIO and worked as a teacher assistant at the PIO beauty school. In 2012 she went back to her village in Sambo Commune, and opened her own beauty salon to help support her family. Her salon is currently thriving and she is able to serve many customers with the skills she developed at PIO, not only helping herself, but her family at large as well as able to train future girls in the trade.

Nita is a shining example of JustWorld’s mission, to provide assistance in the short term that develops life long skills for self-sufficiency and thriving communities. JustWorld believes that education is the key to ending cycles of poverty in the regions it works.

While education is critical, supportive programs such as nutrition, health, and hygiene create an environment that is conducive to productive studies and motivated students. For this reason, JustWorld has developed comprehensive programs with its partners to support the local children and their families.

JustWorld International is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in the United States and a registered Association 1901 in France. Taxdeductible donations are accepted in Canada and Switzerland. Local branches have also been established in Mexico and Honduras. JustWorld International has no political or religious affiliation. For more please go to: www.justworldinternational.org

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From New York to California The esteemed Stadium Jumping Inc’s American Gold Cup has found a new home in North Salem, New York, at Old Salem Farm. With idyllic weather, a top notch venue, superb show jumping and a star-studded lineup, the fiveday event was an astounding success. On the other coast, Blenheim EquiSports in San Juan Capistrano, California, offers grand prix events on the grass all season, wrapping up fall with an indoor World Cup Qualifier and the ASPCA Regional Medal Finals. American Gold Cup photos generously provided by Kenny Krause/PhelpSports

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2. Ashlee Bond and Wistful.

3. Nick Haness and Gelato Top the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby.

4. John Perez and Arezzo.

5. Alexis Graves wins the Region 8 ASPCA Maclay Regional.

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Sonoma Horse Park Located just 25 miles north of San Francisco and nestled amongst the famed vineyards of Southern Sonoma County, the Sonoma Horse Park just wrapped its third show season. With five of it’s seven horse shows completely sold out, the facility has certainly established itself as a Northern California gem.

Ashley Herman, owner and manager, explained the Sonoma aura. “We built Sonoma Horse Park with the goal of offering the most luxurious experience possible for the exhibitors both on and off the horse. Everything from the oversized arenas, to the footing, to the placement of the stabling was meticulously laid out. Additionally, we wanted the attendee’s experience off the horse to be as pleasurable and as memorable as possible. We are very fortunate to be located in an area that is world-renowned for it’s fantastic wine and food and therefore Sonoma itself has become synonymous with our brand. The VIP food is prepared by the most celebrated caterer in Sonoma; and Thursday through Sunday of every show wine provided by local wineries flows freely for all in attendance. We have a full time, complimentary concierge service that will make dinner reservations, spa appointments, arrange wine tours or even a car service to the airport for anyone in attendance. Additionally, every show we welcome DJ’s, various entertainers, onsite masseuses, manicurists, face-painters, food vendors such as wood-burning pizzas made to order, sushi trucks and gourmet Mexican food to bring a variety of local flavor to the experience.”

There are several exciting additions in the works for the 2013 show season, including building a 6th show arena and warm-up, increased prize money, as well as adding the renowned GGT footing to both the main hunter and Jumper 2 arenas.

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