Jetset Magazine - issue 1, 2016

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By Daymond John Understanding the Power of Broke

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By Dr. John Demartini Business - Getting Down to Basics

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By Ken McElroy The Abundance of Real Estate Capital

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By Ty Fahlman Miss Jetset Becca Tepper

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By Barry LaBov Finding the Magic in Collective Creativity

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ON THE COVER Miss Jetset Becca Tepper

By Lou Raiola Southern Generosity Leveraging Music to Help Others

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Luxury Real Estate - A collection of prime properties for you to consider. The choices extend as far as your imagination.

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World Renowned Jetset’s Executive Editorial Team

Robert Kiyosaki Best known as the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad —the #1 personal finance book of all time—Robert Kiyosaki has challenged and changed the way tens of millions of people around the world think about money. He is an entrepreneur, educator, and investor who believes the world needs more entrepreneurs.

With perspectives on money and investing that often contradict conventional wisdom, Robert has earned an international reputation for straight talk, irreverence, and courage and has become a passionate and outspoken advocate for financial education.

His most recent book, Why “A” Students Work for “C” Students—and “B” Students Work for the Government, a Guide to Financial Education for Parents, was released in April 2013. He is currently working on two books that will publish in 2015: Second Chance and 8 Lessons in Military Leadership.

To learn more, visit richdad.com.

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Daymond John An entrepreneur in every sense of the word, Daymond John has come a long way from his initial $40 budget by growing FUBU into a six-billion-dollar brand. The founder of FUBU, Presidential Ambassador of Global Entrepreneurship and co-star of ABC’s hit series Shark Tank, John is a celebrated pioneer in the fashion industry, a best-selling author, a branding guru and a highly sought-after motivational speaker.

John’s track record as an award-winning entrepreneur includes receiving over 35 honors including the Brandweek Marketer of the Year, Advertising Age Marketing 1000 Award for Outstanding Ad Campaign and Ernst & Young’s New York Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

His firm Shark Branding offers advice on how to effectively communicate to consumers through innovative means and connects brands with the world’s top celebrities for everything from endorsements to product extensions. John has two best-selling books, Display of Power and The Brand Within.

His third book, The Power of Broke, is being released early in 2016.

To learn more, visit daymondjohn.com or sharkbranding.com.

Dr. John Demartini Dr. John Demartini, one of the world’s leading authorities and educators on human behavior and leadership development, is the founder of the Demartini Institute, which offers an extensive curriculum of more than 72 courses on self-development, life mastery and leadership. Demartini’s knowledge is the culmination of 39-plus years of crossdisciplinary research, and he travels internationlly full time, addressing audiences in media, seminars and consultations.

He is the author of more than 40 self-development books, including the bestseller The Breakthrough Experience, and he has produced numerous audio CDs and DVDs discussing financial and business mastery, relationship development, health and healing, the art of communication, and inspiring education and leadership.

Demartini has been featured in film documentaries such as The Secret; The Opus; and Oh My God, alongside Ringo Starr, Seal and Hugh Jackman; and he has shared the stage with influential educators Stephen Covey, Wayne Dyer, Deepak Chopra and Donald Trump. He has appeared on Larry King Live, The Early Show and Wall Street, as well as in publications Shape, Leadership, Success, Prestige, Entrepreneur and O. To learn more, visit drdemartini.com or email the Demartini Institute at info@drdemartini.com.

Ken McElroy

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Ken McElroy has more than 26 years of experience in multifamily asset and property management and development.

MC Companies is a full-service real estate investment and property management group that since 1985 has developed, built and managed multifamily housing communities.

Currently it owns more than 8,000 units in several states, including Arizona, Texas, Nevada and Oklahoma.

McElroy is the author of the best-selling books The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing, The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing, and The ABC’s of Property Management. He is also a contributor for The Real Book of Real Estate by Robert Kioysaki, as well as The Midas Touch by Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki. McElroy’s fourth book, The Sleeping Giant, is dedicated to the new class of entrepreneurs emerging in today’s economy.

McElroy is also an active member of the Young Presidents Organization (YPO) and the Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), holding several board positions including president. He has enjoyed inspiring people worldwide, appearing and speaking for various programs and leading industry events. He has been featured on hundreds of syndicated radio and TV programs, as well as spoken with and written articles for many industry blogs.

To learn more, visit kenmcelroy.com.

Barry LaBov, a two-time Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year and inductee into the Entrepreneur of the Year Hall of Fame, is founder, president and CEO of LABOV Marketing Communications and Training in Fort Wayne, Ind. LABOV was founded in 1981 and has a client list of national and international brands in a variety of industries, including automotive, recreational vehicles, motorcycles, financial services, private aviation, healthcare and higher education. LaBov has authored or co-authored more than a dozen business books, including The Umbrella Story series of business parables.

LaBov has been published in national and international publications as well as appeared on CNBC and Fox Business channels. In addition to its Fort Wayne headquarters, LABOV also has operations in Phoenix and Indianapolis.

Barry LaBov’s blog on business and leadership can be read at barrylabov.blogspot.com.

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e’re ready for takeoff. I present to you Issue 1 of Jetset Magazine for 2016, and we’ve got a wonderful mix of entertaining, enlightening, and empowering stories inside for all jetsetters to enjoy.

Let’s start on the cover, where the newly-crowned Miss Jetset, 25-year old BrazilianAmerican Becca Tepper, takes center stage. Becca makes her world-wide debut after an amazing process this past year where she outlasted over 10,000 women from around the world for the coveted title. It was an epic journey, one which eventually worked its way down to 51 finalists, before the beautiful and talented Illinois resident and San Diego native won the title. The photo spread, shot by James Tampone, is a great visual showcase of our reigning titlist, and Ty Fahlman’s behind-the-scenes cover story of the Miss Jetset competition shares details of a wild and unscripted trip that weaved through every corner of the globe. The story stretched through the Howard Stern radio studio at Sirius XM and commenced on the private jet we sent to pick Becca up in Southern California and bring her to Arizona for the exclusive photo shoot and whirlwind week of luxurious Jetset activities.

Golf lovers: enjoy our inside look at a true, one-of-a-kind, private golf retreat. I am of course talking about the legendary Champions Retreat, located just outside golf mecca and home to the Masters, Augusta, Georgia. It exemplifies charm, luxury, and Southern hospitality, and was designed in collaboration by Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player — three of the most iconic figures to ever pick up a golf club. We also have a wonderful profile on billionaire GoDaddy founder Bob Parsons, who set out to design what he believes will be the ultimate set of golf clubs. He recruited some of the best and brightest talent in the industry to help him fulfill his quest.

We journey to Paris in celebration of Hennessy’s 250-year anniversary, and our domestic travels showcase some great American party cities as we flesh out the finest suites, restaurants, and nightlife in Las Vegas, Scottsdale, Los Angeles, and Miami. Plus we have great recaps from the largest private jet and yacht shows in the country (NBAA and the Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, respectively).

There’s nothing like actually getting the jet fuel you need to make your resolutions for the new year come to fruition, and our expert editorial contributors bring their A-game once again, opening the door to phenomenal insight and expertise that will improve your professional and business lives. For instance, Shark Tank’s Daymond John, one of the most successful entrepreneurs in America, shares a long-held mindset of his that fuels his massive drive to be successful. He calls it the “power of broke”, and in his latest column Daymond goes in depth on just what it is and why you must never lose sight of it.

In summation, it’s another spectacular issue of Jetset, highlighted by our very first Miss Jetset. Enjoy everything that’s inside, and cheers to a healthy, rewarding, successful, and prosperous 2016.

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HAECO PRIVATE JET SOLUTIONS LAUNCHES PIONEERING NEW CABIN DESIGN CONCEPT

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t the Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition last year, revolutionary cabin-design specialists HAECO Private Jet Solutions launched “Xiao Yao,” a fresh new take on cabin design for the Boeing BBJ2. Deriving its inspiration from the classical Chinese masterpiece Zhuangzi, this bold new design concept evokes the feelings of a blissful mountain setting, replete with natural timbers and a muted, organic color scheme. It invites you to “wonder beyond” and free your mind from what you thought the inside of a plane should look like.

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To make Xiao Yao a reality, HAECO had to break free from the conventional aircraft Layout of Passenger Accommodation (LOPA).

They replaced the usual straight lines with an organic, free-flowing layout in which key living spaces are linked by a sinuous, meandering walkway that winds its way through the cabin. There is something unmistakably rejuvenating about flying in an aircraft that has been fitted with the Xiao Yao design. You feel an overarching sense of peace and tranquility during the course of your flight. Before long it becomes difficult to imagine ever flying in a traditionally-designed jet again.

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HEESEN YACHTS UNVEILS PROJECT NOVA

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t Jetset we tend not to cover jet and yacht technology, and instead focus more on the planes and boats themselves from a lifestyle perspective. This is, after all, a luxury lifestyle publication. We like to focus more on how our cars, jets, and boats perform, look, and feel, and leave the hardcore technical stuff to the experts. But then every once in a while an innovation comes along that is so monumental, so undeniably groundbreaking, that we cannot help but give it a dedicated feature. Project NOVA is one such breakthrough.

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Project NOVA is the latest hybrid 50m motor yacht from the wizards at Heesen Yachts. It features a fast displacement hull that is not designed for exceptionally high speeds, but at lower speeds delivers unbelievably lower fuel consumption. And the innovative hybrid propulsion system delivers average sound of just 46 decibels, eliminating most of the noise that hinders lengthy yachts trips. These massive breakthroughs (coupled with the expert craftsmanship and design we’ve come to expect from Heesen), make Project NOVA simply one of the greatest yachts ever conceived.

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How Saddleback Leather Forges Luxury Products That Outlive Their Owners

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etset readers know that there’s tremendous value in buying something of quality — not something that will be in a landfill in 10 years, but rather something that will outlast its owner. And Saddleback Leather makes just those types of products.

From bags to briefcases, belts to wallets, Saddleback designs some of the finest leather goods ever assembled. They use only the world’s best leather, with minimal seams to prevent leaks and breaks.

Their bags are held together with high-quality thread and rivets that won’t give out, a promise made good by their 100-year warranty. A Saddleback bag is the last bag you’ll ever need; it’s going to turn heads wherever you take it, and your family will continue to cherish it after you’ve left the earth.

The difference in quality between a Saddleback leather product and a product from a competitor is evident from the moment you first touch it. But it is only after months, and years, and decades of

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wear that you truly begin to appreciate just how unique a Saddleback product truly is. Over time their bags become extensions of their owners, full of stories and histories and travels. Across the globe people have carried Saddleback products in the most opulent and the most rugged of settings — from five-star hotels in the South of France to five-night safaris in South Africa.

Saddleback also takes tremendous care of the people who craft their fine briefcases and wallets. Deeply committed to giving back, they provide free counseling, child care, and other resources to their employees — a token of gratitude for their hard work. Proceeds from Saddleback products are used to support charities and causes that make a difference...if you didn’t need any more incentive to pick up one of their exquisite-yet-rugged pieces.

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A journey to Paris and Cognac in celebration of Hennessy’s 250 Year Anniversary

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ennessy recently wrapped up a global celebration of its 250-year anniversary — a remarkable adventure that has spanned eight generations. Covering five continents, the Hennessy 250 Tour was an occasion for Maison Hennessy to pay tribute to all of those who, both past and present, have helped forge the Hennessy brand’s success.

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The Hennessy 250 Tour

The Hennessy 250 Tour was a multidisciplinary event in which the Maison showcased the treasures of its heritage. The tour blended the concept of a major traveling exhibition with that of a cultural festival. It featured a 360° perspective on the Maison’s past, present, and future, as rendered in carte blanche creations and performances by a selection of internationally-recognized contemporary artists.

In tandem with the announcement of the Hennessy 250 Tour, Yann Fillioux, the Maison’s Master Blender, presented the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend. Over the past four years, in the hush of their secretive room, Fillioux and his Comité de Dégustation (“Tasting Committee”) have been preparing for this moment. This is an expression of absolute perfectionism, and a tribute from the present

members of the Comité to their predecessors. The team has been selecting eau-de-vie (a clear, colorless fruit brandy that is produced by means of fermentation and double distillation) from amongst the ones Fillioux has carefully chosen and matured throughout his 50-year presence in the Maison. In order to prepare the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend, these eaux-de-vie were aged in 250 handmade, specially-commissioned barrels of Limousin oak, each containing 250 liters. Prior to that, they were aged in barrels for at least ten years under the most optimum conditions (in an aging cellar near the banks of the Charente), and in a mild, humid atmosphere.

Temperate and oceanic — the epitome of controlled balance.

In anticipation of celebrating the completion of this milestone and world tour, I arrived in Paris and was immediately whisked off to Shangri-La Hotel, a stunning property that has been impeccably restored to its original glory as the former home of Napoleon Bonaparte’s grandnephew, Prince Roland Bonaparte. Located on the seventh floor, La Suite Shangri-La offers a sprawling 2,360 square feet of pure luxury, including a private terrace that spans almost 1,100 square-feet. This jewel in the crown of Shangri-La, is nestled atop this historic mansion and overlooks Paris and its monuments.

Panoramic bay windows in every room offer views of bridges, the Eiffel Tower, the river Seine, and the Grand Palais. Being adjacent to Gustave Eiffel’s home, whose company designed and built his namesake tower, is just one more reason to hang your beret for a stay of any length.

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Foundation Louis Vuitton

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After settling in and strolling the streets of Paris for the afternoon, I readied for a cocktail party off of the hotel’s elegant lobby which was attended by Hennessy Chairman & CEO Bernard Peillon, International Ambassador Maurice Hennessy, Art Curator Herve Mikaeloff, Hennessy Heritage Director Raphael Gerard, and the Hennessy 250 artists. After a tasting of the divine Hennessy 250 Collector Blend — which in my opinion is one of the finest ever — it was off to the Hennessy 250 Dinner at Paris Museum of Modern Art, set amidst Warhol Unlimited, the first presentation in Europe of “Shadows” (1978 to 1979) in its entirety.

The following morning brought us in search of more culture and beauty as we explored the brilliance of Foundation Louis Vuitton through a private, curated visit. Housed in a truly spectacular Frank Gehry designed building, Foundation Louis Vuitton is committed to contemporary art and making it accessible to as many as possible. After lunch at the onsite restaurant, Le Frank, it was off to the stunning Grand Palais for FIAC (Foire Internationale d’Art

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Contemporain) – one of the most prestigious contemporary art fairs worldwide, where we took in a vast array of 175 exhibitors before getting on a train headed to the beautiful region of Cognac.

As a house guest, arriving at Hennessy’s private estate, Le Château de Bagnolet, was nothing short of spectacular. Built in 1810, it became the property of the Hennessy family in 1840.

Privileged guests from all around the globe are welcomed each year to its elegant reception rooms imbued with history, where the French “art de vivre” reigns supreme. Situated on the banks of the Charente River, close to the town of Cognac, Le Château de Bagnolet is one of the most magnificent estates in the region and the history of this exceptional property is inextricably linked with that of Maison Hennessy.

I seemed to step back in time with an elegant estate dinner with Yann Fillioux and Marucie Hennessy, and after a restful night’s sleep, we departed in the morning to explore the depths of Hennessy’s storied history.

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Château de Bagnolet

Hennessy Ambassador Fabien Levieux gave us a detailed overview of the vineyards as we toured Hennessy’s Le Peu Distillery located in the heart of Cognac’s Grande Champagne region. This is one of the three traditional Charentais distilleries belonging to and operated by Hennessy. It is here, in something akin to a test laboratory, that partner distillers and Hennessy professionals analyze the wine from the recently harvested grapes, trying to capture and understand the vintage to adjust the parameters of distillation. As characteristics vary from year-to-year, specific expertise is called on for each “terroir” and each year.

Next we visited the Founder’s Cellar where some of Hennessy’s oldest and unique eau-de-vie is stored. This cellar, built in 1774, was acquired by the Maison in 1850 to serve as an aging cellar.

Today it is the oldest of the Maison’s cellars and holds its greatest treasures including eau-de-vie dating back to the year 1800, which are preserved in demijohns.

Visiting the Hennessy archives was a fascinating education and spoke to the truly extensive history that encompasses millions

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of documents and a vast collection of cognac, and was highlighted by interesting insights from Hennessy Maison Ambassador and member of the Hennessey Tasting Committee, Renaud de Gironde.

Our final stop was a cognac tasting at Rue de la Richonne which is located on the shores of the Charente, and dates back to the eighteenth century. Six tasting experts of the Comité de Dégustation, meet every morning at 11:00 am under the direction of the Master Blender and Taster — a process that is not duplicated anywhere in the world. Each expert represents a facet of the art of producing a Cognac eau-de-vie. It is from this location in the heart of Cognac, that Hennessy’s influence radiates around the world, much to the delight of millions of people, spanning 120 countries.

Today, Hennessy is the number one selling cognac in the world and produces a wide array of high quality options that delight people from all walks of life. Their story and brand is one that continues to evolve and their masterful creations of ultra-premium cognac are sure to inspire many generations to come.

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ach year we see a new batch of luxury automobiles hit the market and it is our job at Jetset to find the ones that are worth your time and money. The following is a collection of the finest new concept cars and luxury vehicles hitting showrooms this winter. From gorgeous, rare cars from independent manufactures to revolutionary electric beauties from German powerhouses to revivals of legendary to supercars, this is your complete guide to what you should be driving (or watching for) in 2016.

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BMW i8

The Revolutionary Plug-in Hybrid When BMW first debuted the i8 back in 2011 it took the industry by storm. It was aggressive, elegant, and (with its innovative electric drive terrain), ahead of the curve.

In celebration of the company’s centennial, a 2016 update subtly improves upon what was already a stunning piece of machinery. BMW has somehow managed to make the new i8 faster (with a 0-60 time of under 4 seconds) and quieter, all while maintaining the same curb weight (thanks to some impressive carbon fiber work).

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ROLLS-ROYCE

Dawn - The New Drophead Coupé Hailed as the “sexiest Rolls-Royce ever,” the new Dawn is a sumptuous, elegant convertible coupe. It features all that you would expect from the luxury stalwart — abundant fine wood, ultra-soft leather — but with 80 percent of its body panels unique, the Dawn possesses an unmistakable air of originality. Its curves are the perfect blend of voluptuous and aggressive, and the Dawn features a 6.6-liter, twin-turbo V-12 that puts out 563 hp at 5,250 rpm and 575 lb-ft of torque at 1,500 rpm.

FERRARI 488 GTB

Quite possibly the fastest and most thrilling Ferrari ever assembled, the 488 GTB is sure to please anyone with the need for speed. With a very forgiving chassis and a 3.9-liter, 660 hp engine that accelerates with utterly-effortless, torquefilled ferocity, the 488 GTB is beyond powerful.

And the styling is among the boldest and most aggressive ever seen on a vehicle bearing that iconic yellow badge.

Get on the list now.

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The new Dawn has arrived – a Rolls-Royce like no other.

A striking true four-seater, it captures the exhilaration of open-top driving with an interior crafted in anticipation of unforgettable moments between friends.

Anything is possible.

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DIVERGENT MICROFACTORIES World’s First 3D-Printed Supercar

With styling that makes the Batmobile look tame, the new supercar from Divergent Microfactories is the worlds first 3D-printed car. Dubbed the Blade, this beast of a vehicle is faster than McLaren P1, and has twice the power-to-weight ratio of a Bugatti Veyron. With an unbelievable reported 0-60 time of just 2.2 seconds and a 4-cylinder, 700-horsepower bi-fuel internal combustion engine, this rare beauty is the ultimate addition to anyone’s car collection.

DIMORA VICCI 6.2

First Production Rolling Art Few new vehicles can be considered sound investments, but with its first series limited to just 25 unique cars — each showcasing original artwork by Zen Master Lee Sun Don — the DiMora Vicci 6.2 is a mobile work of art. Featuring 24-karat gold leafing throughout, this classic throwback also boasts a reported 0-60 time of under four seconds. Each car comes with the original artwork (which incorporates an original doorknocker from the Ming Dynasty), so with each purchase, you are essentially getting two works of art for the price of one.

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Fractal Concept Coupé The line on this gorgeous, two-tone electric coupe is that it’s been “designed by sound.” What exactly does that mean? The interior and exterior of the FRACTAL have been developed in partnership with legendary sound designer Amon Tobin, and they expertly blend both ergonomics and acoustics to create a blissful sensory driving experience. While it isn’t built for speed, the innovative FRACTAL does offer the best listening experience ever presented in a vehicle.

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Mission E Concept It’s being labeled a “Tesla killer,” and it is easy to see why. The new Porsche Mission E Concept is insanely fast (0-62 in under 3.5 seconds), ridiculously powerful (with a combined 600 horses of power at your disposal), and quiet as a church mouse.

Moreover, it’s electric battery can reach 80 percent (250 miles of range) after charging for just 15 minutes. Will it ever hit showrooms? We can only hope. But the probability is high that we will see its technology in many forthcoming Porsches.

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The Pulse-pounding NSX What can we say about this one? True car enthusiasts have been clamoring for an update to the legendary 1991 aluminum NSX for a long time, and luckily, Acura has answered their prayers. The new incarnation of the beloved supercar is a labor of love a decade in the making. With a twin-turbocharged, intercooled, 560 hp 3.5-liter V-6 capable of 0-60 in less than 2.6 seconds, the new NSX is destined to inspire an entirely new legion of fans.

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570S Coupé The 2016 570s is the latest behemoth from the company that invented the word “supercar.” And while McLaren claims that that the 570s is more suited for the street than the racetrack, there is no questioning that this is a McLaren. With a twin-turbo, 562 hp, 3.8-liter V-8 capable of hitting 62 mph in 3.2 seconds, the 570s is still every bit a supercar…just one you can take to the gym.

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“It’s the most forgiving, it’s the highest-launching, it’s the longesthitting, and it’s got a sweet spot the size of Texas!”

- Bob Parsons

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ob Parsons is not your typical CEO. I am reminded of this as I walk into his Scottsdale office. Littering the walls is an assortment of macho memorabilia — replica motorcycles, a Full Metal Jacket poster, what looks an awful lot like a buffalo helmet — but as we sit down, over his shoulder I notice the room’s most impressive decoration: a collection of Parsons’ many medals from his service in Vietnam. Most people know him as the brash, outspoken founder of GoDaddy (a prominent fixture in all those lubricious Super Bowl ads), but fewer know him as a decorated war veteran, a Purple Heart recipient who went from being “poor as a church rat” to sitting on an estimated $2.3 billion net worth.

Parsons’ story is a fascinating one, a classic tale of American rags-to-riches success, but we are not sitting down today to discuss his past. We are here to discuss his future. Since stepping down as CEO of GoDaddy in 2011, Parsons has focused his attention on his many philanthropic efforts (including the non-profit he runs with his wife), and the myriad businesses that his umbrella corporation YAM Worldwide Inc. oversees. As for business, he only has time for what he is zealous about, which as he tells me is “motorcycles, technology, golf, and firearms.” Parsons believes that if you are passionate about what you do in business, “the money will follow.”

And Parsons is really passionate about golf.

But one thing kept hindering Parsons’ passion — the belief that somewhere out there lay a better set of golf clubs. He was sick of hearing all of the inflated claims from different club manufacturers promising to improve your game. So with money a non-factor, Parsons set out on a mission to devise the ultimate set of golf clubs.

He enlisted the help of former Ping engineer Mike Nicolette, and told him, “We’re gonna use the finest materials, we’re gonna use the finest processes, and unless I wanna hit these things, we’re not selling ‘em!” He continues, “The bar was, you only have one stipulation — and it’s not time, it’s not money; it’s ‘they’ve got to outperform everything…and they’ve got to be noticeably better’” And thus, Parsons Xtreme Golf (PXG) was born.

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But the road to a better set of golf clubs was a long and strenuous one. “We found a guy who was a metals expert,” Parsons tells me, “we struck a deal with a manufacturer in China who does real highend stuff, stuff that is only possible to do there actually, and then we began our trial and error.” It was an arduous process, although the design team only had one person to please…Bob Parsons. “If I didn’t like it, I didn’t care who liked it, we weren’t gonna sell it!” he says.

The first few prototypes didn’t come close to Parsons standards (“I wouldn’t even hit ‘em,” he tells me), and the design process drew on, with the costs mounting. But Parsons refused to abandon the project. He was determined to play the perfect set of golf clubs.

“Then one day the boys called me,” Parsons says, “and there was a breakthrough.” The minute he swung the clubs, he knew it. “It took many many refinements; whenever you make something new you run into problems you never dreamed you would have. Well we did that too, and we solved them all.” What they did was inject a thermo plastic elastomer, or TPE, into a hollow-bodied iron. After removing a significant amount of mass from the interior cavity of the iron, the team then inserted 11 high-density tungsten weights into the perimeter of the club head to optimize the CG position and produce longer, more consistent shots.

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Or to put it in layman’s terms as only Parsons can: “Our advertising claim — and a lot of those claims are smoke, but ours is dead true — is: ‘It’s the most forgiving, it’s the highest-launching, it’s the longest-hitting, and it’s got a sweet spot the size of Texas!’” Today PXG has 90 patents filed (the fruits of their hard labor), and a set of clubs that truly must be played to be appreciated. Furthermore, they are beginning to offer a very-Jetset, all-inclusive PXG Experience wherein they put you up at the Four Seasons, custom fit a set of clubs for you, and arrange a one-of-a-kind, golf-filled weekend at Parsons’ magnificent Scottsdale National course.

Those I spoke to at PXG sounded convinced that they are on track to become Bob Parsons’ next billion-dollar business. But for him it’s not about the money. “I don’t really worry about making money going into anything, what I do is focus entirely on doing the job right,” Parsons says. “I try to do things that I like…things that really hold my interest…because when you love something, you’re gonna work a little harder at it.” He elaborates, “You can tell the difference between someone who really likes what they do and someone who’s just in it for a buck.” Whatever you think about Bob Parsons, you can’t deny that he likes what he does…and that he’s pretty damn good at it.

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A true, one-of-a-kind private golf retreat

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ar from being sheepish about our golf addiction, here at Jetset Magazine, we revel in our obsession — from playing in flash summer storms to fixating on highlight reels of legendary 1970s tournaments. For us, and over 50 million golfers around the world, the word “Augusta” brings but one thing to mind — The Masters. This professionally-coveted and globally-celebrated brass ring of the professional golf world is truly iconic. When I think of The Masters, instinctually it is Augusta National that comes to mind — but there’s an altogether more welcoming gem hidden in this distinguished Georgia landscape. Those “in the know” have found a neighboring golfer’s paradise with a kindred culture all its own — Champions Retreat.

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Poised in a quiet, tasteful corner of Evans (just outside of Augusta), Champions Retreat is sculpted from the foundation of nearly 1,200 acres of skyward Georgia pines and sprawling wetlands situated along the banks of the Savannah River. Exemplifying charm, luxury, JETSETMAG.COM

and Southern hospitality, Champions Retreat features three nine-hole courses which have been designed by three of the most iconic figures to ever play the game: Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player.

With such stalwarts in charge, you can imagine these holes have inspired simultaneous awe, consternation, and delirium in even the most consistent players.

The birth of Champions Retreat can be traced back to the 1999 Masters Champion Dinner. Gary Player chose this vaunted occasion to recruit fellow champions Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer to share in his dream of a 27-hole, private golf club in Augusta, Georgia. This golfer’s dream experience became a reality, that is now highlighted by a world-class resort and three nine-hole courses.

In the planning phase, there were three distinct properties to choose from, and thus the question of “Who got what?” quickly arose. So Gary Player decided to handle designation of the courses scientifically, and wrote “Island,” “Creek” and “Bluff” on the back of three index cards. Palmer chose first, as he was the reigning veteran and had played in more Masters than Jack or Gary. He drew the “Island” card. Nicklaus drew second since he had won more green jackets than Gary and pulled the “Bluff” card, leaving Player with the “Creek” property.

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I found Palmer’s Island course to be the Grace Kelly of the trio, breathtakingly beautiful from every angle, and a demanding challenge to woo. The course is flanked on one side by the broad Savannah River and on the other by the Little River. Thoughtfully designed and shaped, the course is distinguished not only by its playability but also for its respect to its natural surroundings. Impeccably manicured, the Island course is loaded with memorable holes, most notably the par-5 3rd and the par-4 4th.

to course design, as he uses the natural tendencies of the land to amplify both its risks and rewards.

Nicklaus’ Bluff course is the Brigitte Bardot of the lot: all voluptuous curves and languid repose until the flirtation comes to an abrupt end and the catharsis begins. This quiet enclave features dramatic shifts in elevation amid substantial inland forests, setting the tone for a remarkable lay-of-the-land journey. The design itself fosters no controversy; it’s a rolling layout studded with sporty holes such as the undulated par-5 5th and the creek-slashed, par-4 6th. The course fits perfectly with the existing terrain and its surroundings, which soothe the soul with the sight of pine-covered backdrops and dramatic wetland panoramas.

Wildly-rollicking fairways that yield an unending variety of lies and stances put a premium on well-struck approach shots. Frequent changes of direction in the routing, firm, fast-running fairways and a compelling set of finishing holes combine to form one of the world’s great inland links.

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With superior conditioning, a remarkable variety of holes, and no weak links, the Island course dishes out a supreme challenge via its cunningly-placed bunkers and (most notably) its ingeniouslysculpted greens. Wide fairways and wild and woolly bunkers not only contribute to the beauty and variety, but are seamlessly integrated into the strategic aspects of the design.

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CREEK The Black Knight, a long-standing nickname of one of golf’s greatest competitors, speaks to Gary Player’s gentlemanly demeanor and intense approach to the game. Built to challenge and charm, the Player Creek Nine is the vision of a man who understands the worth of both power and form.

To complete the analogy, Player’s course is the Marilyn Monroe of the group — deceptively innocent until ravishingly complex, coyly pandering until profoundly prophetic. I spent my morning rituals in rapt anticipation, as this course boasts a bevy of thrills for an experienced golfer. I was expecting the world on this course, and I was not disappointed. A superb and strategic delight, it is stern but

fair, featuring wide, expansive fairways, sculptured bunkers, and large, undulated greens. The opening four holes play in a beautiful wetland area, while the remaining part of the course moves upland, traversing higher ground through native hardwood trees, but never letting up. A bold start that features a 471-yard par-4 and a 193-yard par-3 give way to gentler (though strategically rich) holes that are favorites amongst the club’s members.

The Creek’s character is unmistakably Gary Player, thanks to such holes as the 527-yard, par-5 5th, with its vexing undulations yielding superb risk/reward opportunities. Its outstanding cluster of marvelous terrain, notably the 6th and 7th, provides a terrific canvas for any skill level. Adding difficulty, the 9th dramatically plays over and around a large lake on the right, allowing players to finish with a variety of shot-making challenges.

When Champions Retreat promises new members will want for nothing, this extends to inside tips from experienced caddies, which

and large open kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances so your own private chef can wow your guests.

Fire pits and sprawling porches let you unwind from a heartpounding day on the course before heading off to luxurious king-sized bedrooms — featuring bathrooms equipped with jetted tubs, fully glassed, walk-in rainfall showers, and designer amenities. Members, future members, and guests book individual rooms or entire cottages while in town playing golf, attending a wedding, or indulging in all the festivities that Masters Week has to offer. The ultimate perk?

Membership also offers the opportunity to own a piece of Champions Retreat by purchasing a cottage or building on one of the 35 coveted lots on the property.

As with any resort or private club, the culinary program often proves to be the make-or-break factor. Luckily, Champions’ food and beverage team brings an expertise to the table that resonates throughout every aspect of this premium destination. One of the highlights of my trip was a special tasting night, a “Bourbon Renaissance.” Hosted in

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can be key as you get into the swing of these complex courses. We were paired with two top-notch caddies who proved valuable advice at every hole; they put the experience over the top, as if playing a course designed by three of golf’s greatest players wasn’t enough.

We felt like tour players ourselves, having our very own caddies, who knew every roll and valley along the way.

In addition to the unparalleled golf experience, Champions Retreat offers ultra-luxurious cottages that can accommodate four to eight couples. Each Arcadian-style cottage offers sweeping course views and all that this exquisite property has to offer. Nestled in the pristine Georgia landscape, this collection of stylish homes feature hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, compelling oversized windows,

the kitchen of our cottage, we savored a selection worthy of POTUS hosting a diplomatic delegation. Small batch bourbons are rare, but trust Champions Retreat to have it covered. With 21 different bourbons in stock, new selections included Blanton’s Single Barrel, Angel’s Envy, Bookers, Jefferson’s Ocean Aged at Sea Very Small Batch (Voyage 5), Knob Creek Single Barrel Reserve, and Evan Williams Single Barrel 2005 Edition. Needless to say, we were collectively sent to charred oak heaven. It was this experience that sealed the deal on Champions Retreat, making the “Jetset Guide to Next Level Executive Retreats” on page 68.

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(including the Grille House), and he brings more than 25 years of culinary experience, an emphasis on supporting local purveyors, and a passion for fresh, quality ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (as well as special event catering), at the Grille House you’ll find an impressive range of Southern specialties like crab and oyster stew or Faroe Island roast in the backyard of your cottage, where he stocks a huge fire pit with fresh Virginia oysters over wood coals, served alongside plump crab cakes and pickled shrimp — divine.

More of a khakis-and-kebabs kind of family? BBQ aficionado Hal Rowland holds court as Champions Retreat’s very own in-house pit master. Serving up delectable, savory, smoked barbecue, his expertise can be dispatched to your back porch or a suitable spot of your choice. During your BBQ feast, his specialty turkey andouille sausage, pork shoulder, ribs, and pork loin with house-made spicy mustard will keep you coming back to this Georgia gem. The finishing touches of zingy peach vinaigrette, vibrant collard greens, pickled okra, and homemade cornbread round out local flavor profiles. Apple crisp with burnt caramel ice cream proved the proverbial cherry on top of a truly authentic feast.

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about the inner-workings of their private club. Champions Retreat is a private club as well, but everything about this property is quite the opposite. Not only do the epitomize Southern charm and hospitality (offering all of the amenities of the elite private clubs), they leave the stuffiness behind — creating a very warm, inviting atmosphere.

Champions Retreat is such a favorite among golfers, families, and nature lovers, it has becoming one of the most sought-after memberships on the East Coast. Benefits and options are expertly packaged and dedicated to making every member and guest feel relaxed, at home and wanting for nothing. Upon initiation, membership privileges vary from full use of all golf, practice, and clubhouse facilities to priority starting time reservations to cottage rental privileges to the ability to send unaccompanied guests to Champions Retreat to access to an elite BMW rental program.

When it comes to getting here in style, Augusta Airport comfortably handles all level of private jets and Champions Retreat is equipped with a helicopter pad for those wishing to arrive without fuss (or simply those who want to hit the links as soon as possible).

Trust us, once you get a taste for Champions Retreat, nothing else will do. You’ll want to return by jet, chopper...any means necessary.

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WARNING: Our clubs are amazing but expensive! PXG clubs feature revolutionary USGA approved technology (53 patents issued or pending), are made with the finest alloys and materials and manufactured using a costly, sophisticated process only we would use.

To find out if you can “swing” a set, call us at 1-844-PLAY-PXG or visit PXG.COM.

Nobody makes golf clubs like we do. Period.

PXG clubs are also available at these high-end custom fitters: Club Champion, Cool Clubs, Hot Stix, The Club Fix, True Spec, New York Golf Center, Modern Golf, Pure Performance, Sellinger’s Power Golf, Ace of Clubs, Miles of Golf, Pete’s Golf, MK Golf Technologies, Correct2Compete and Greenwich Golf.

PXG clubs are played on tour by Ryan Moore, Rocco Mediate, Sadena Parks and Beatriz Recari.

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Cruising the Way It Was Meant to Be

by Matthew Von Daven

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ot all of us can afford a yacht. And even those who can sometimes don’t want to deal with hassle of maintenance and upholding the necessary crew. Yet we all want to travel the seas. That leaves us with few options. Typically, the problems with cruises are the lack of personal care, the crowds, and the cramped rooms. But with all-inclusive Regent Seven Seas Cruises, every room is spacious, every amenity is lush, and the level of personalized attention far exceeds what we’ve come to expect from a major cruise line.

Regent is cruising the way it was meant to be.

The difference is apparent from the moment you step aboard.

The Regent staff goes out of their way to cater to your every need.

If you can imagine it, they can accommodate it. Furthermore, Regent boasts an unbelievable staff-to-guest ratio of 1 to 1.5, and their gorgeous ships only host between 490 and 700 guests.

This means no waiting in lines and no bumping elbows at the restaurants, lounges or casinos. Everyday throughout the course of your journey you will notice and appreciate the difference in privacy and attention.

Whether you stay at a 300 or 4,000 square-foot suite, your room is guaranteed to be plush and luxuriously-appointed.

Each room has either a king-sized or twin Suite Slumber beds with luxurious European linens and duvets. And 97 percent of the rooms on a Regent cruise feature a private balcony. You feel the difference in quality between Regent and other lines every time you step foot in your room. There’s also an insuite, personalized full-liquor bar set-up and a mini-bar that is replenished daily with complimentary soft drinks, beer and bottled water.

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You’ll also notice the difference in the quality of dining and entertainment aboard a Regent cruise. You may choose to dine wherever and whenever throughout the course of your journey.

Whenever the mood strikes, you simply request a table at Compass Rose or the Prime 7 steakhouse and the maître d’ promptly seats your party. Savor fresh local produce, dry-aged prime meats, fish, and seafood from international markets. Menus at the flagship Compass Rose change daily, offering a diverse array of Continental dishes, and the refined Prime 7 offers world-class cuts of meat in an elegant setting.

Every Sunday you are privy to an exquisite champagne and caviar brunch at La Veranda or at Compass Rose, and there are frequent vintage wine and artisan cheese tastings. The spacious pool deck offers gorgeous views of the surrounding seas, and there is a sumptuous library stocked with fine literature.

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or gain exclusive insight into world affairs at the hand of former ambassadors, politicians, and other notables through Regent’s partnering with the Smithsonian Institute.

In the evening you can enjoy such incredible entertainment as Cirque-style acrobatic performances, mind-blowing cabaret shows, and full-scale Broadway musical revues — each accompanied by the nine-piece Regent Signature Orchestra. Engage in an intellectual conservation with fellow global travelers or savor the aroma of an imported cigar from the humidor in the plush and totally secluded Connoisseur Club. And the legendary Canyon Ranch SpaClub is full of luxurious and pampering treatments designed to induce maximum relaxation.

With cruises literally all across the globe (including an unbelievable 128 night journey across the world which departs in January 2016), Regent has an adventure for everyone. So even if you’re not lucky enough to own your own yacht, you can feel just like you do.

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The Best Suites, Restaurants, and NightLife in Las Vegas, Scottsdale, Los Angeles, and Miami By ty fahlman

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ere at Jetset, we take pride in bringing you in-depth profiles of the absolute best that our favorite destinations have to offer. We always want you to know just which places are going to deliver the finest in service, amenities, cuisine, and class. For this feature, we’ve set our sights on four of our favorite locales in America: Las Vegas, Scottsdale, Los Angeles, and Miami. For each destination, we’ve selected the best resorts with the most insanely-opulent suites, the most sophisticated and delectable restaurants, and the most lively, yet classy nightclubs in America. This, is destination luxury.

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We begin in fabulous Las Vegas, at an all-time Jetset favorite, the chic Cosmopolitan hotel. In 2013, it was rated “Best Hotel in the World” by Gogobot, and it’s not hard to see why. Fine details separate the Cosmo from other Vegas hotels, and posh sophistication is omnipresent, from the crystalline Chandelier bar to the massive collections of multiperiod art that litter the walls. Three pools (including the one on the opening spread), and a sterling collection of restaurants like STK and chef Jose Andres’ Jaleo (one of three Andres restaurants at the hotel), only bolster the Cosmopolitan’s stature. And while all the rooms are sumptuous enough for a Jetset reader, we are particularly fond of the West End Penthouses (which top out at 3,700 square feet).

It’s no secret that the Palms Casino Resort is home to some of the most absurdly-extravagant suites in all of America, as the rooms in the hotel’s Luxe Collection have become part of Las Vegas lore. Surely you’ve seen the 9,000 square-foot, Two-Story Sky Villa (with its trademark, strip-overlooking, cantilevered pool) on a reality show or three. Its views, glass elevator, and absurd amenities make it the ultimate locale to celebrate any special occasion in style.

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Three Bedroom Duplex Suite at Encore

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the planet, you become wholly enveloped by all the technological innovation and unmistakable Cirque costumes and avant-garde choreography. With impeccable service and visuals provided by revolutionary lighting, sound, and special effects experts Moment Factor, it is easy to become transfixed at LIGHT. Majestic, sumptuous, and regal, the Three Bedroom Duplex Suite at the Encore will forever be a Jetset favorite place to stay.

Nearly every inch of this 5,829 square-foot architectural wonder — from the billiard room to the private massage and exercise room — features breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views of downtown Las Vegas.

The suite contains every conceivable amenity: a wet bar with a buffet, separate powder room, butler’s pantry, and (of course) an elevator.

Each of the three massive bedrooms features a pop-up TV, seating area, and private baths with separate glass-enclosed rain showers and

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while the bowling alley-replete Kingpin Suite (where Katy Perry shot her “Waking Up in Vegas” video) is perfect for any party. But my personal favorite is still the 10,000 square-foot Hardwood Suite.

Why? Because it has a basketball court in it, that’s why. Beyond all the ridiculous suites, guests at the Palms can enjoy access to fantastic restaurants like N9ne Steakhouse and NOVE Italiano, as well as the always-entertaining Ghostbar.

Billed as the “first-ever nightclub turned on by Cirque du Soleil,” LIGHT at the Mandalay Bay, is an utterly awe-inspiring nightlife experience. This 38,000 square-foot club is nothing short of revolutionary in the way that it incorporates you into the show.

While you are there absorbing the sounds of one the hottest DJs on

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whirlpool deep-soak tubs. And a dedicated ambassador ensures that your entire stay in the Duplex is as unforgettable as humanly possible.

Lastly, few restaurants in Vegas can compete with the brilliant cuisine, first-rate service, and awe-inspiring views of Scarpetta.

Anyone who’s dined at the Beverly Hills, Miami, or two New York locations knows exactly what they are in for when they sit down at this modern Italian marvel. Celebrity chef Scott Conant consistently serves up dishes that are somehow simultaneously unique and classic, like ricotta & truffle agnolotti, fennel spiced black cod, and duck & foie gras ravioli. For a truly unforgettable dining experience, make sure you request a table overlooking the dancing fountains of the Bellagio, as it is perhaps the best view of any restaurant on the strip.

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scottsdale, az Jetset’s home city of Scottsdale, Arizona has been quietly building a reputation as a premier destination for hotels and resorts, and the Canyon Suites at the Phoenician is a perfect example why. A stay at the boutique, 60-room resort is truly a transcendent experience.

The ambassador service at the resort is exceptionally innovative, attentive, and accommodating, making whatever you desire during your stay in possible. Nestled against majestic Camelback Mountain, each room at the Canyon Suites is a sumptuous marvel, but we particularly love the 3,000 square-foot, three bedroom suites and the show-stopping Presidential Suite.

The views of the high Sonoran desert are astounding at Talavera, where you’ll find a romantic setting and exquisite New American cuisine. Chef Mel Mecinas delivers a bevy of well-prepared

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steaks, fresh game, and seafood. His menu features many ingredients from local farms, as well as an almost absurd variety of beef, including grass-fed Southwestern and Australian Wagyu. An absolute must-try is the 20-ounce prime bone-in rib-eye smothered in bordelaise and bone marrow butter. For a true Jetset experience, you must opt for the six-course, chef-selected wine-paired tasting menu.

From the Hong-Kong style Chilean sea bass to the citrus-sauteed scallops, from the crab fried rice to the truffle mac and cheese, nearly every dish at Eddie V’s Prime Seafood is as close to perfection as one can imagine. The atmosphere is upscale and refined, yet energetic, with live jazz music every night. The staff is supremely attentive and devoted, always going out of their way to please. There’s also a sushi bar and an elegant lounge area. Everything on the menu is to die for, but I must insist that you try the bananas foster — doused in rum, ignited, caramelized, and extinguished all before your very eyes.

A COLLECTION OF EXCEPTIONAL M O M E N T S , C E L E B R AT E D I N L U X U R Y Draped in the magnificent splendor of the Sonoran Desert, Arizona’s premier Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond hotel is the epitome of iconic elegance and exclusivity. From highly personalized service to expertly crafted signature offerings, our esteemed Canyon Ambassadors await to curate your next collectible experience.

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Takeoff // Travel A perennial favorite place to stay for visiting athletes and celebrities, W Scottsdale brims with unpretentious sophistication and New York elegance. Situated right in the epicenter of excellent shopping and nightlife that is the Entertainment District of Old Town Scottsdale, the hotel is the ideal lodging for those in the mood for a good time. The moody Living Room Lounge is perfect for savoring a cocktail, and (like the massive outdoor WET pool deck) frequently features great live local music. On-site Sushi Roku serves up authentic Japanese cuisine and lush atmosphere, while the trademark Bliss Spa offers total relaxation and repose. Simply put, W Scottsdale is one of the finest W’s we’ve ever encountered.

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With its five gorgeous pools (one replete with a water slide) and a blissful spa, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is a palatial desert getaway. Home to the Phoenix Open, this resort has long been a fixture of luxury and repose in the Valley of the Sun. Guests come from all over the world to indulge and relax at the Princess, and it has earned its reputation for its first-rate service, tranquil atmosphere, and fine dining. Restaurants include Chef Michael Mina’s awardwinning BOURBON STEAK and Richard Sandoval’s La Hacienda (widely heralded as the best Mexican restaurant in Arizona).

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A few hundred feet from the W you’ll find the one block expanse of bars and clubs that constitute the best in Arizona nightlife. Of all of them, one clearly stands out above the rest. Since its opening, MAYA Day + Night Club has played host to nearly every preeminent electronic act, all while injecting the local scene with the ethos of a world-class, Vegas-style day and nightclub. The place is lively, vibrant, and meticulously well-run, with perfectly-situated VIP tables and a first-class bottle service. In the warmer months, the 17,600 square foot pool area (with its massive LED video wall and abundant private cabanas and daybeds) comes alive, but on any given night MAYA is unquestionably the hottest spot in the Phoenix area.

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Los Angeles, ca There’s simply no way we could do a feature on the best of Los Angeles and not mention the Montage Beverly Hills. The absolute epitome of everything that Jetset stands for, the hotel possesses a kind of rarefied sophistication and understated opulence the likes of which few places in the world can contend. It’s evident in the little refinements, like the plate of crisp applewood bacon, spiced pecans, and 26-month aged gouda that awaits each guest when they arrive at their room. The sweeping views of Beverly Hills from the Rooftop Grille and pool are stunning. The spa is among the best in the world.

The house car (usually a Phantom) has a generous, 3-mile radius.

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Every room at the hotel is regal, but we are particularly fond of each of the three presidential suites: the Hollywood, the California, and the eponymous Montage.

Both a modern steakhouse and an atmospheric lounge, STK Los Angeles is one of the best restaurants in one of the best cities for restaurants in the world. Always a hot spot, this vibrant place serves up grilled steaks in three sizes (from 10 to 26 ounces), and each comes with a sauce like a delicious herb béarnaise or creamy horseradish. There are also plenty of seafood options (like snapper

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in a shiitake-ponzu brown butter), delectable sides like parmesan truffle fries, and succulent deserts like a flourless chocolate torte and STK’s signature donuts. Equally impressive is the cocktail menu. The Jetset favorite? A Hennessy ginger mojito. Resplendent.

Another constant hot spot since its opening, 1Oak Los Angeles is possibly the best nightclub in L. A. From Jay-Z to Rihanna, pretty much every A-List celebrity has passed through its doors in search of excitement. One trip to this sophisticated funhouse on Sunset, and you’ll understand why it has become a home away from home for Jetset cover star Leonardo DiCaprio. From the leather banquettes to the rich Brazilian-wood bar, all of the accents are splendid. But it’s

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the unbelievable atmosphere that keeps people lining up outside. We recommend you secure a perfectly-situated VIP table to avoid some of the inherent madness and better experience 1Oak’s splendor.

Located in West Beverly Hills, W Los Angeles is a swank, secluded retreat. At night, the hotel’s iconic blue-lit steps are instantly recognizable from a distance. Journey inside and you’ll discover the rich atmosphere and modern design that make this one of the most unique hotels in Los Angeles. Like every W, the W Los Angeles’ staff adheres to the “whatever/whenever” policy, meaning if you can think of it, they will make it a reality (granted it’s legal). In the warmer months, the pool and Backyard area is one of the most

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happening spaces in L.A. We recommend staying in the Extreme Wow Suite, complete with its own movie screening room, perfect for viewing that new pilot or indie film you financed.

Tucked away underground off Pico Boulevard you’ll find Sotto, one of the best kept secrets in all of Los Angles. This modern Italian eatery is home to many delectable dishes and artisan craft cocktails, all served in a romantic, subdued atmosphere. The cuisine is decidedly Southern Italian, and all the dishes from the housemade pastas to the braised lamb ragu are unquestionably delicious. The unpretentious, refined aura and high level of care put into the cuisine truly set Sotto apart in a city with innumerable trendy eateries.

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We begin in Miami at the St. Regis Bal Harbour. Because to put it simply, it is unequivocally the best hotel in Miami. This AAA FiveDiamond, ultra-luxury resort puts most hotels on the planet to shame. Traversing the main lobby is like walking through a living work of art. The rooms, like the massive suites that overlook the ocean, are opulent to the very last detail. The butler service is absolutely impeccable. The spa might be the best we have ever encountered. The newly-launched Burger Bar has a foi grais burger that you cannot live your life without trying. Meanwhile over at J&G Grill, chef Dagan Stocks serves up some of the most succulent cuts of meat and specialty dishes imaginable. If money is no option and you wish to avoid the noise, this is the one place to stay in Miami.

Now if you don’t mind the noise, then you cannot leave Miami without going to LIV. Regarded by many as the greatest nightclub on earth, this dance music utopia delivers the absolute ultimate affluent nightlife experience. Located within the Fontainebleau, the curvilinear LIV impresses with 18,000 square feet of space ingeniously JETSETMAG.COM

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traveling back in time to another era, one with some of the most unbelievably finely-crafted cuisine imaginable. From the marinated rack of lamb “sous vide” to the filet of wild venaison sauce grand veneur, every dish is an experience. And the wine list is so vast and esoteric, it is nothing short of a revelation.

Always heralded as one of the best steakhouses in America, Red, the Steakhouse is full of unbelievable cuts of meat and a beautiful atmosphere. Featuring only the finest Certified Angus Beef Prime on and off the bone, the menu – created by Executive Chef, Peter Vauthy – is a hybrid of classic cuisine and the freshest seasonal ingredients. Everything from the sauces to the garnishes is prepared in-house and from scratch. In addition to their own extensive variety of handmade signature cocktails, they feature a staggering collection of over 500 wines, including Red’s own private blends.

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engineered to give you a bird’s-eye view from every position in the club. With its unbelievable service, striking atmosphere, and firstrate entertainment, a night at LIV is a night not soon forgot. Again, we recommend you reserve a table for the least amount of hassle and optimum Jetset experience.

Few dining experiences on earth can contend with Pied à Terre. Located inside the quaint boutique that is the Cadet Hotel, this is the best French restaurant in all of Florida. As you walk through the lobby (past the piano Clark Gable used to sit and play), and up the stairs into this secluded restaurant with no more than a dozen tables, you’ll soon forget all the hustle bustle of Miami. Pied a Terre feels like

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Confession: This last one technically isn’t in Miami. No, the Pelican Grand Beach Resort is actually 35 minutes north in Fort Lauderdale. But this gorgeous, timeless hotel is just so quintessentially Floridian and stately, that we couldn’t help but include it. The architecture conjures up thoughts of old, refined Southern manors. The local bar has unbelievable live music like virtuoso Spanish guitarists and there are frequent art exhibits in the lobby. The massive Sky and Ocean View suites are to die for, while over at the restaurant, Ocean2000, executive Chef Michael Bloise serves up innovative signature dishes like fruity pebble crème brulee while the waves crash into the sea shore beneath you.

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earing up for big-time brainstorming and team building? Executive travel is heating up as Fortune 500 companies reinvent retreats in luxury villa locations. Upscale offsites have evolved into a more mindful, golden age of C-level bonding rituals. We’ve paired a handful of top notch options below with themes to inspire a retreat planner’s wildest itinerary yet.

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For the Epicurean Team Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino, British Columbia

For the Sophisticated Team St. Anthony Hotel, San Antonio, Texas

Corporate retreats at the Wickaninnish Inn feel anything but corporate.

This is a world-class haven for handcrafted holistic lifestyles — welcome to life in the sweet, slow lane. Nestled in Tofino on Vancouver Island’s west coast, the Inn stands serenely on the westernmost point of Chesterman Beach. It has hosted many illustrious CEOs on family vacations, so it is no wonder captains of industry return to treat senior staff to this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Helmed by the intrepid and impressive Charles McDiarmid, this Relais & Château gem is perennially named among the world’s top resorts in Condé Nast Traveller awards. A consummate pro, McDiarmid inspires such adoration from staff that they carry out his directive with monastic discipline. If your leadership style is more Elon Musk than Larry Ellison, this is the venue for you.

Sun-kissed meeting spaces breathe oxygen and energy, inspiring transformative group dynamics. Groups of up to 150 may book exclusive use of the property, while a high-functioning conference room holds up to 50. The Swordfern Boardroom seats 10 around a dramatic driftwood table. The Inn is affectionately known as “The Wick,” and its locally-inspired cuisine and service culture have generated well-deserved worldwide buzz. We can’t recommend this hotel more highly.

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The St. Anthony has been a lightning rod for good fortune. A legendary 1967 meeting here led to one of Texas’ most iconic corporations, Southwest Airlines, built on a cocktail napkin and a handshake. This is also where the deal that brought the NBA Champion Spurs to San Antonio was struck. After a smashing $24 million renovation, the hotel is more than ready to host your next big think session. The leaders behind the revival, Brandon Raney and Clyde Johnson IV of BC LYND Hospitality, are an inspiration all their own. Their tenacity and staunch commitment to team unity led to an emotional ribbon cutting ceremony this past November. Johnson is sixth-generation Texan; Raney, a fourth-generation with deep roots in San Antonio; they both grew up on St Anthony legend, so the renovation was akin to starring in their own version of Night at the Museum.

From soaring ceilings to walnut paneling, 15 distinct meeting spaces retain illustrious character while offering AV connectivity.

31,527 square-feet of indoor and outdoor space lets you get creative with cocktail hour, while the Anacacho Ballroom is ideal for intimate awards ceremonies. Where meeting spaces have been restored to their original splendor, 277 new guest rooms are sleek and chic, with contemporary lines and high-tech functionality.

The city’s landmark hotel for more than a century, Hollywood certainly made the St. Anthony home — St Anthony legend — from

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Whare Kea Lodge & Chalet

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Princess Grace, Cary Grant, Ginger Rogers, to Judy Garland, John Wayne, and George Clooney. The restored Peacock Alley, in all its burl wood glory, glittering chandeliers, and historic Steinway piano, heralds the hotel’s entry to The Luxury Collection. General Manager Kevin Thorstenson leads a top notch staff with aplomb; rest assured your staff will be spoiled by the hotel’s six dining and drinking venues.

And the property’s signature restaurant, ReBelle, is not to be missed.

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For over two decades, Whare Kea has been lavished with accolades most hoteliers only dream of, hosting unshaven billionaires sporting inconspicuous Patagonia fleece. In autumn 2015, the boutique hotel returned to its roots for exclusive group use only, making this an ideal time to book an executive retreat. Owners Martyn and Louise Myer, of the prominent Myer Melbourne retail family, first enjoyed the beauty of Lake Wanaka while holidaying in New Zealand. Hypnotized by the vast mirror of clear blue waters reflecting the Southern Alps, the couple built a hospitality beacon for the region.

For added thrills, head up 5,700 feet in the Albert Burn Saddle to the Whare Kea Chalet, a 20-minute helicopter flight from the lodge.

Perched dramatically on the edge of Mount Aspiring National Park with astounding glacier views, this is one trump card only Whare Kea can play. Imagine the adrenaline rush of an alpine picnic here, complete with champagne! Wharekealodge.com

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For the Sporty Team Big Bear Lake, California Nothing unites a tribe like playful competition. Big Bear plays host to LA headquarters’ offsites all year long; it’s a zippy, two-hour drive to this unpretentious resort town. A shimmering haven of fresh alpine water — Big Bear Lake is a far cry from the smog of Tinseltown.

For a full hotel buyout, I recommend Knickerbocker Mansion.

With 12 guest rooms, it’s an ideal size for takeovers. Top assets here are Ed and Vickie Harris, doting new owners of this historic Big Bear icon. This warm, amiable couple are simply extraordinary hosts. The 2.5-acre property boasts a new “Workshop” facility — the second floor of a new building with large windows, a gas log fireplace, highspeed Internet, multi-line telephones, and a projection system. With occupancy of up to 49 people, the space is secluded, private, and yet steps from the main lodge. Chef Robert Velasquez is the town’s preeminent fine dining talent, crafting memorable menus from seasonal ingredients.

If your group prefers to kick back and self-cater, your best bet is Big Bear Luxury Properties — a portfolio of spectacular, over-the-top homes within a quick jaunt of every leisure activity you could imagine.

The superbly appointed Grand Views chalet is a seven-bedroom masterpiece that will not disappoint — think panoramic views — you can see all the way from the Arctic Circle to Baldwin Lake. The architect positioned multiple master suites of epic proportions into a square footage that could sleep 50 as a small hotel.

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For the 9 Iron Team Champions Retreat, Augusta, Georgia We’re so convinced readers will swoon over the prestige golf at Champions Retreat, we’ve detailed top highlights from it on page 46.

As a corporate retreat, we can’t think of a more alluring, motivating destination for an incentive trip. Imagine treating your top 10 performers to a trip-of-a-lifetime at this championship course founded by three of the greatest names in the game: Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, and Gary Player. What Green Jacket-obsessed executive wouldn’t pull out all the stops to cinch a spot? Immaculate Arcadianstyle cottages offer front porch views of sweeping fairways, majestic Georgia pines, and wetlands banking the great Savannah River. Book after April 10th and you can be among the first groups to christen the Party Barn, an impressive new venue to raise a glass to teamwork, slated for completion in time for The 2016 Masters Tournament.

From helipad access to an elite BMW program to private chefs whipping up a fireside oyster roast, Champions spoils guest in every

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way imaginable. The retreat even boasts their very own Pit Master in Hal Rowland, who smokes his own specialty Andouille Sausage. While Augusta National has an elitist reputation for exclusion, Champions’ top asset is its warm, Southern hospitality grace and generosity. Once you join as an individual or a corporate member, you have the power to green-light unaccompanied guests — a massive game changer for business networking. This also demonstrates the level of kinship and camaraderie here; Champions trusts you’ll only send those worthy of the “best kept secret” in Georgia.

Championsretreat.net For the Traditional Team Fairmont Empress, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada For a more buttoned up affair, the Fairmont Empress offers professional meeting facilities supported by top-of-the-line tech.

Home to Victoria’s two largest ballrooms, the hotel boasts 22 versatile meeting rooms, a dedicated boardroom, and can cater to top brass gatherings or meetings of up to 1,200 shareholders. Book exclusive use of the Gold Floor and your attendees will buzz with bright energy after a healthy breakfast. The Empress not only gives you a regal setting, it also delivers intangible delights. Fairmont Signature Events can help with an inventive party theme or a can’tmiss outing with the Pedaler’s guided bike tour featuring a rolling feast of Victoria’s greatest culinary hits.

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n my inaugural column last issue, I mentioned the concept which defines my new book, The Power of Broke. Now I am going to further break down just what the power of broke is. The power of broke is a mindset. It exists in all of us, whether we have money, opportunities, or advantages. Trouble is, most people don’t recognize this power for what it is. They leave it alone, or maybe they don’t even know it’s there. Instead, they buy into the line from the people in who tell us that there’s a certain way to start businesses — we need money.

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The power of broke is the half-court shot you fire up with time running out and the game on the line.

But that only works for a few of us — and only for a while. Why? Because, take it from me, the power of broke is all about substance over flash. It’s about creativity over certainty. It’s about taking a shot over playing it safe. And here’s another thing: The money runs out after a while. Those deep pockets you (as a Jetset reader, almost certainly) have, they’ll never be deep enough to buy all the passion, ingenuity, and determination it takes to have success over the long haul. Even if you’ve got money behind you, there’s no guarantee that it will see you through. It’s the money in front of you that counts, after all. It’s the money you need, not the money you have, that makes all the difference.

Because let’s face it, when you’re up against all odds, when you’ve exhausted every opportunity, when you’re down to your last dime... that’s when you’ve got no choice but to succeed. You’re out of options, so you double down, dig deep, and switch into that relentless turbo mode we’ve all got kicking around in our machinery. And that’s when the real magic happens. Are we clear on this? The power of broke is the half-court shot you fire up with time running out and the game on the line. It’s the shot your teammates won’t take because the likelihood of that ball kissing the net is pretty damn thin and they don’t want to mess with their stat lines. They’re playing the percentages while you’re playing to win — and this can mean everything.

million contract with the Yankees, you have to continue to summon the power of broke. You have to remember the hunger which fueled you in those early years. Because when you’ve got nothing to lose, you’ve got everything to gain. Sometimes it takes having your back against the wall, leveraging your last dollar, and having no place to go but up, up, up if you expect something to happen. Because if you’ve got to succeed to survive, you will. Trust me on this.

I come from the world of fashion. And a lot of the most iconic fashion brands started out in a small, hand-sewn way. Haute couture, at the high-end of high fashion, is based on the same principle: highquality clothing, made by hand, with a personal touch. In French, the

I don’t mean to mix my sports metaphors here, but I’m reminded of that great Wayne Gretzky line, “We miss one hundred percent of the shots we don’t take.” So, take the damn shot! Absolutely, take the shot. The power of broke is all about taking that shot. The power of broke is looking up at the sky, wondering what you’ve got to do to catch a break, and saying, “God, why am I doing this?” It’s living with the constant fear that you’ve gone crazy for putting it all on the line — but putting it out there anyway. There might be a million reasons for you to throw up your hands, throw in the towel, throw away your dreams, and put an end to whatever craziness you’re pursuing, but the power of broke is that one reason you keep going.

So even if you just sold your brilliant startup for a billion dollars, or you’re the CEO of a Fortune 500 company, or just signed that $100

word couture simply means “dressmaking,” and when it started out, it just referred to plain folks figuring out a way to dress nicely — to turn their rags and loose fabrics into clothing that made them feel a little more like nobles. But today the term has come to symbolize the best of the best. Why? Because it came about in this genuine way.

This idea that the best concepts and innovations tend to happen organically, authentically, is not limited to art and discovery. It cuts to our personal lives, too. Our most lasting relationships are built on the same solid foundation. It’s got to be pure, got to be real, or else it just won’t work. If you’re a guy, and you pull up to meet a girl in a hot car, you’ll make a certain kind of first impression, right? Then you take her out for an expensive dinner, buy her a nice pair of shoes and maybe some bling, sip the finest champagne, and by the end of

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“Businesses built on steroids and injections of capital are living on borrowed time.

When the money runs out, the business runs its course.”

- Daymond John the night, guess what? She’s into you. And if you keep it up, at end of the week, she’s totally into you. Doesn’t matter what you look like; all that matters is that you showered her with power, bought her a bunch of gifts and flowers, took her away on romantic weekends, and so on. It all adds up. You’ve presented yourself to her in a certain way.

But what happens to that kind of relationship in the long run?

What happens when all that money goes away and there’s nothing left but to be yourself? What happens when you buy her a present every time you see her, and then all of a sudden you lose your job?

Then what? Don’t be surprised if you find your relationship was only as strong as the money you put into it. When the jewelry runs out, there’s no more fancy dinners, and the getaway vacations end... what’s left? You’ve been riding a superficial high, a false emotion — and it’s bound to catch up to you.

Or let’s say you open a new restaurant. You design a gorgeous new space, in the best part of town. You have no experience in the kitchen, but you have the money to hire a top chef, the best

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decorators. You have no vision, no specific market you’re trying to serve, no style of cooking that speaks to you, but your research tells you that a certain kind of cuisine is crazy popular right now, the edge of the cutting edge, so that’s what you decide to pursue. Basically, you focus-group the crap out of the place, spend all kinds of money throwing in all the bells and whistles and every conceivable amenity, open your doors, and wait for the tables to fill. But it doesn’t always work out that way, does it?

Remember: Eight out of 10 new businesses fail within the first 18 months. Why is that? Many times, it’s because they’ve been cashed to death. And businesses built on steroids and injections of capital are living on borrowed time. When the money runs out, the business runs its course. Because in the end, it’s about your brand and your relationship with your customer, and with the marketplace. It’s a marriage: I’m giving to you, and you’re giving to me. It’s a partnership: I’m here for you, and you’re here for me. If the authenticity is there, if the business is built on a solid foundation,

“When you want it, when you need it, you find a way to make good things happen.”

- The Power of Broke by Daymond John is being released January 19th by Crown Business.

you’ll have a shot to succeed. If it’s just a superficial enterprise, built on flashy gimmicks, machinated hopes, and a big budget, the odds run a little longer.

My point here is that there’s great value in being true to yourself, having an organic business concept, and behaving like your back is still up against the wall when you’re starting out. That’s why I’ve worked hard to champion the underdogs on Shark Tank, to shine a light on the hardworking success stories, and to help people recognize a good idea — a real idea, a winning idea. Because when you start from a place of nothing much at all, when you’re hungry and laser-focused on succeeding at whatever it is you’re out to do, when you’re flat-out determined to get where you’re going no matter what...well, then you’ve got a running start. You’re moving in the right direction, for the right reasons.

Remember those great Rocky movies? When does Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky character start to stumble? When he starts throwing all this money around, letting success go to his head, right? He gets away from wanting it, he gets away from needing it...and it costs him.

The same goes in business. When you want it, when you need it, you find a way to make good things happen. When you expect it, when you feel entitled to it, you might just be headed for an ass-whupping. Now, I’m not suggesting that you can’t start a business with a ton of money

and great contacts behind you — because, hey, too much of a good thing can still be a good thing. And I’m not suggesting that the only way to start a business is from a place of desperation — because, hey, why struggle if you don’t have to? But I am suggesting that you never lose sight of that early hunger. And that’s the power of broke.

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umb money is now entering the commercial real estate market. The last several years have been amazing with abundant deals, low interest rates, rising demand, and positive corrections in most real estate classes. As a result, the professionals of the real estate industry are celebrating the economy and the industry’s rising tide. Capital is on the move, and low-cost debt and equity are ready, willing, and able to be put to work in real estate.

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Altitude // Estates In the next few years this capital, or “dumb money,” will be mostly institutional capital, which is typically the last money in and it will be invested at a much riskier time. After all, this money is not the institutions’ money, but rather it belongs to average people that pay very little attention to the fees they are being charged or where their money might be invested. This “institutional managed money” goes to money managers that work for pensions, life insurance companies, retirement plans, hedge funds, private equity, and so forth. Typically, these funds come from hard-working people’s paychecks, usually via direct deposit (but sometimes through direct investment).

Most people stake their entire financial future on the decisions of money managers that are often more focused on fees rather than performance. In the majority of these investments, regardless of the performance of the investment, the money manager still gets paid.

There is something inherently wrong with this scenario.

“Most people stake their entire financial future on the decisions of money managers that are often more focused on fees rather than performance.”

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Yet private equity funds are pooling capital from the “one percent” and beyond to bid on the most notable of trophies, while also scouring the country for any overlooked property opportunities.

So we find ourselves in a situation where “everyone is in the pool.”

The amount of capital flowing is frustrating because there are just too many people, with too many dollars, and too few deals. Demand for property investment is much higher than the supply of property.

Real estate investors continue to be willing to pay what either are, or quickly will be, record prices for assets in the major markets in the United States. Meanwhile on the debt side, every lender is in every other lender’s business, making this environment as competitive as it has ever been. This is a great time to be a borrower. The continued loosening of debt underwriting standards will be one of the most important trends in 2016.

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For the last couple years, my partner Ross and I have been financing or refinancing huge amounts of debt at a very low cost as we navigate with the decision of future interest rates as it relates to our future cash flow. We believe that institutional capital decisions for both debt and equity are getting ahead of the market fundamentals in this cycle and will trend toward a closer alignment in the near future. This could be one of the most significant developments in the coming years.

Since real estate’s value is a function of how it serves its users — like workers, consumers, businesses, travelers, homeowners, and apartment renters — we look to the human elements in making our future investment decisions. Demographics, labor force characteristics, location preferences, and motivations discerned by observed behaviors are among the most reliable indicators of trends.

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“The amount of capital flowing is frustrating because there are just too many people, with too many dollars, and too few deals.”

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Worth noting is that, remarkably, residential housing seems to be putting the excesses of the bubble and the ensuing collapse behind it. The trend in residential real estate looks to be one of returning to the classic principles of supply and demand. As this represents a major segment of the economy, and is still the principal repository of wealth for tens of millions of households, we should see increasing confidence emerge in the residential sector. There could hardly be a more positive trend for the economy as a whole.

Real estate investment is not immune to the economic laws of supply and demand, and as more capital flows into the asset class, two main scenarios present themselves. The first is that competition for desired assets increases, driving up prices and lowering returns.

The second is that capital begins to look for alternative investments where there is less competition. We are seeing now that investors are moving into an array of asset choices in a widening number of markets as they seek ever more attractive yields. This of course drives up pricing in these markets as well.

The basic “principle of anticipation” posits that any investment is priced by the expected benefits of ownership into the future.

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The outlook for 2016 is that commercial real estate fundamentals will continue to improve but its popularity, as evidenced by everincreasing investment flows, could create the conditions for another bubble in some areas.

I believe that the success of real estate investing over the next few years will be a direct result of basic supply and demand and, ultimately, paying attention to what the local real estate investors are doing. If the locals are not investing in their own markets, then why would you? If your money manager is investing in these markets, then you need to ask that same question.

Ken McElroy is the co-partner of MC Companies, a real estate investment, development and management company located in Scottsdale, Ariz. He is the author of the bestselling books, The ABC’s of Real Estate Investing, The Advanced Guide to Real Estate Investing, and The ABC’s of Property Management. McElroy is also a contributor for The Real Book of Real Estate by Robert Kiyosaki, and The Midas Touch by Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki. McElroy’s fourth book, The Sleeping Giant, is dedicated to the new class of entrepreneurs who are emerging in today’s economy.

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ears after his passing, Dr. Seuss is releasing a new book, thanks to his former assistant and his widow unearthing a complete manuscript that had never before seen the light of day. What a great find for all of us, not just kids.

Because if you’re looking for an example of imagination and creativity, you need only to open a Dr. Seuss book. The same can be said for Pixar movies, whether it’s Toy Story, Ratatouille, Finding Nemo, or any of the studio’s other creations. Several years ago, Pixar co-founder Ed Catmull shared his thoughts on how the studio fosters creativity. He spoke about how when creating an original product, the initial idea is not the most important element — it’s the people and the culture in place. As Catmull puts it, it is about preserving the “confluence of forces necessary to create magic.”

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Much can be learned from Pixar’s model of “creating magic,” or fostering creativity, no matter what business you’re in. It’s important to keep in mind that this is something that’s fluid at Pixar.

It goes back to the old maxim that if you’re not changing, you’re not growing. The studio is continually learning and enhancing its creative culture. For evidence, look at its latest smash, Inside Out, a bold, emotional film that takes place inside the mind of an 11-yearold girl. It made over 800 million dollars and was beloved by critics.

With Pixar, the process is never done, never set in stone.

The first thing that struck me about Catmull’s explanation of fostering collective creativity comes from his view of management’s position in the process. Many leaders see their jobs as preventing and minimizing risk to their company. It’s a natural tendency, and one that’s often expected, especially if someone has shareholders to answer to. However, focusing on minimizing risks essentially stifles creativity. According to Catmull: “Management’s job is not to prevent risk, but to build the capability to recover when failures occur. If you want to be original, you have to accept the uncertainty, even when it’s uncomfortable, and have the capability to recover when your organization takes a big risk and fails.”

It’s a principle that is crucial to fostering true creativity and to forming unique, original ideas rather than simply taking something that has succeeded before and building upon it or altering it slightly. It means being open to the fact that a good idea can come from anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Catmull describes a good leader as someone who listens and appreciates all contributions, regardless of where they originate.

Another important learning is that creativity is not a solo act or a single idea, but rather several people from different disciplines working together to solve challenges and creating not just an initial idea, but many other ideas that support it. In the case of a movie, that can be tens of thousands of ideas from hundreds of people.

Catmull states, “The director and the other creative leaders of a production do not come up with all the ideas on their own; rather, every single member of the 200-to-250-person production group makes suggestions.”

This concept of creativity being a collective effort is applicable to virtually anyone in any industry. For it to work, there must be an environment where people support one another, understanding that results will be far greater when everyone collaborates and contributes ideas. “Everyone is fully invested in helping everyone else turn out the best work,” Catmull explains. It’s an all-for-oneand-one-for-all mentality.

A peer-driven culture is one in which colleagues have come to trust and respect one another. It happens when coworkers realize that it’s better to learn of problems from each other rather than from an audience in the case of a movie — or from a client or customer, in the case of other businesses — when it’s too late to fix them.

Frequently sharing works in progress is a great way to invite peer feedback, which can make the end product stronger. As Catmull explains, it is people’s natural tendency not to want to show their work until it’s complete, but once they get over that fear or reluctance, they can become more creative. He states that at Pixar, “People learn from and inspire each other.” And it should be known that sharing work early and often doesn’t mean one relinquishes ownership — the decision should still rest with the director or creative leader on a project.

There are many things to be learned from Pixar’s culture of collective creativity. Creating an environment that breeds “magic” isn’t something that happens overnight. It has to be grown, nurtured, and continually improved in order to work. Without the right environment and the right people, the big idea could be as lost as Woody was in Toy Story. You’ll need Buzz and the team to make sure it sees the light of day.

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ten steps to Certain Success

BY DR. JOHN DEMARTINI 1. FIND A TRUE AND SUBSTANTIAL NEED IN THE MARKET PLACE An important first step in starting and then building your business is finding out what products, services, or ideas your local or global market truly needs. So conduct a market needs assessment. If you don’t identify or establish a true and substantial need to fill in the market place, there will be little or no business opportunity available.

When I was nine I went to my dad and asked if I could earn some money. He told me that all the chores he needed were done, and if I wanted to earn money, I had to go to the neighbors. So I walked door-to-door offering my landscaping services. And as a result, I was able to fulfill many of my neighbors’ needs, earn money, and form and grow a small landscaping company utilizing three teams of my neighborhood friends for assistance. (I am thankful that those pesky child labor laws were not yet as extensive back then.)

So a wise first step is to identify the true needs in the marketplace and then be willing to directly or indirectly fill those needs. If you are unable to directly fulfill those needs with your products, services, or

ideas, then consider finding someone who can do it and then broker a deal or refer your future clients. This is the cornerstone of any thriving business.

2. FIND WHAT YOU LOVE TO DO This one sounds obvious, but so many people work jobs they hate in industries they cant stand. You ideally want to find the service that truly inspires you — that way, you can do what you love, while at the same time, serving others. Thus if you can identify what peoples’ needs are and then find the ones that inspire you the most to fulfill, you’ll have two vital components that can drive a thriving business.

These two components are not only empowering and inspiring, but will also give your business a competitive edge.

So take a close look at what really inspires you. Your life demonstrates your highest values daily. If you can evaluate what makes you happy, you will be spontaneously inspired from within to fulfill what is truly important.

“When business is not booming it is time to get back to the basics and pulse the true needs of those you desire to serve.”

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Altitude // Inspire 3. IDENTIFY THE HIGHEST PRIORITY ACTIONS THAT WILL HELP YOU FULFILL YOU AND YOUR POTENTIAL CUSTOMER’S NEEDS Make sure that you and everyone else in your company are working on top priority actions and delegating low priority actions to take advantage of Ricardo’s Law of competitive advantage. These are your highest priority actions in sales, marketing, advertising, managing, research and development, and so forth. In fact, when you analyze all functions or departments of your company, these are the 25% that gets you 75% of your results. If you are doing these key actions with precision and inspiration, you are going to increase your business potential and profit margin. The key is doing top performance on top priorities, or majoring in majors and minoring in minors. That does not mean overlooking the small details. It simply means doing the details that truly count.

If you are not working on your business, you will be stuck working in your business. Every day ask yourself the following six quality questions: What worked and what didn’t work today? How can I do what I do more effectively and efficiently tomorrow? What can I streamline? What can I standardize? What can I simplify? What proven action steps can I add to my daily checklist today so I don’t have to occupy or distract my brain with it tomorrow? Don’t leave the office until you have answered these six questions. The quality of the company you build will be based upon the quality of the questions you ask yourself, your executives, and your team members.

6. PUT ENERGY INTO INNOVATION AND RESEARCH It is essential to put time, energy and resources into innovation and research. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities to refine, and present to your teams and clients, your products, services, and

“It is essential to put time, energy and resources into innovation and research. Keep your eyes open for new opportunities.”

4. DELEGATE LOW PRIORITY ACTIONS OR RESPONSIBILITIES Make sure that you are sourcing and hiring qualified people to do the important things that you are not qualified, perfectly designed, or inspired to do. By delegating your lower-priority actions (which are actually higher priority actions to those you delegate to), you can extract surplus value out of their labor services and free yourself up to do what you do what is most inspiring (and your highest priorities). By allowing others to specialize in what they love doing and surrounding yourself with those more talented than you in their respective specialties, you accelerate your competitive advantages in the marketplace.

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5. STRUCTURE YOUR BUSINESS IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT MAXIMIZES ITS PROFITS It is wise to reduce any redundancies, so make sure you are not doing actions that are superfluous or unnecessary, and make sure you are doing things most effectively and efficiently. Look closely for areas where you can streamline procedures, simplify processes, standardize duplicated efforts, and reward more effective or efficient innovations.

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ideas. This will help you keep up with the ever-changing market, and because of your frontiers of research and innovation, you will draw more expanding and empowering opportunities to your company and continue to lead the way. It is easier to see the vision if you are out front than it is if you are walking behind. Be the greatest at what you do and lead the way: Grab your market share.

7. COMMUNICATE YOUR PRODUCT, SERVICES, OR IDEAS IN THE VALUES AND NEEDS OF YOUR EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS When you are inspiring your work teams with your vision and delegating their responsibilities, make sure that you are communicating to them within their individual highest values. Nobody goes to work for the sake of work; they go to work to fulfill their highest values. If you effectively communicate the vision of your company and all job duties, delegations, and projects, your employees will become inspired by what they have the opportunity to do and produce more in less time.

If your team members cannot see how what they do will help them fulfill their highest aspirations, they will end up adding to your overhead and will ask for more raises, want more time off, have more

sick days, and expect more perks due to their lessened enthusiasm.

When team members are grateful for their career, love what they are doing, are inspired by the vision of the company, and are enthusiastically working, your company is going to build momentum, go to new places, and your profits will soar.

This same principle of communicating your team members’ responsibilities in terms of their highest values also does wonders for your clients and customers during the sales process. Make sure you are effectively communicating within your clients’ highest values and needs with your marketing, advertising and sales literature and scripts. Not only do you need to discover what is most important to them (their dominant buying motives), but you constantly have to keep what these motives are at the forefront, as they change, and continuously get feedback from them to assist you in forever filling their evolving needs.

8. SAVE A PORTION OF YOUR PROFITS AND BUILD CUSHIONS OF LIQUIDITY This is a big one. It is wise to save an ever-progressive portion of your profits. When you have a great cushion of liquidity, you automatically have more stability, end up with higher-quality clients, attract more business-building opportunities, and transform any potential frustration or desperation into inspiration. You’ll be inspired to select the highest-quality brand-building clients when you are flush with cash.

Obviously once you have this large cushion of cash it is wise to then invest. But remember, before you invest, before you speculate, save. Some of the wealthiest individuals and companies have large cushions of cash liquidity in reserve for the great business and investment opportunities that periodically emerge. Have enough liquidity to let no emotional distraction or market fluctuation alter you from your mission of providing and expanding your quality of local or global service.

9. INVEST A PORTION OF YOUR MONEY AND MAKE SURE YOUR MONEY IS WORKING FOR YOU AND YOU ARE NOT WORKING FOR YOUR MONEY Once you have enough cash liquidity to sustain even the most extreme volatilities in your business cycle, then continue to build ever-greater cushions of ever-more-wisely-selected, quantitativelyvalued-yet-leveraged investments to super-stabilize your primary business so it becomes a greater financial magnet. The more money you accumulate and masterfully invest into businesses, the more business opportunities and service-rewarded profits and money will come to your primary business. Money flows where money goes. When you manage money wisely, you receive more money to manage. It’s that simple. Your hierarchy of values dictates your financial destiny. When you are truly dedicated to refining your business procedures so as to maximize your services and profits, you will reap the economic rewards.

10. MAKE SURE YOU EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS VISION You will grow to the level of your vision. If you are not expanding your vision regularly, you will plateau your business and its service and wealth potential. The leader with the greatest vision, greatest clarity, and greatest certainty will give rise to the greatest business.

As you grow, your business and accumulate accolades of service and cushions of wealth, you will have an ever-greater social and ecological responsibility for expanding your cause. Those with a vision flourish. Those with a greater cause to serve, touch the world and leave their business legacy for generations to come. Challenge yourself to be greater.

Dr. John Demartini is the founder and CEO of the Demartini Institute, a human behavior specialist, internationally-published author, educator and consultant.

For more information, visit Drdemartini.com.

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How a Contest Changed a Young Woman’s Life and Captured the Attention of the Nation By ty fahlman photography by james tampone

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y the time New York finalist Elise Cuthbert called into Howard Stern’s Sirius XM radio show to campaign for the title of Miss Jetset 2015 (sparking a lengthy repartee between Robin and Howard about the competition), the three-month-long search had become somewhat of a phenomenon. On September 1st, the day the contest launched, the Miss Jetset website was viewed nearly 10 million times. The traffic almost crashed the servers. All in all, there were over 10,000 women of all ages, races, and body-types from across the world who competed for the title.

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Altitude // Cover Feature Of those 10,000 women, 5,000 were selected by our judges in the first round of the competition. A lengthy campaign for the title ensued. Millions of followers took to social media to voice their support for their favorite contestant. From Krisondra, a professional model representing the state of Hawaii to Santana Maynard, a young cosplay phenom from West Virginia to Rebecca Eger, a fitness guru grandmother from Pennsylvania, contestants were as exceedingly diverse. Some, like Sherika Key of North Carolina, campaigned so tirelessly that they became ubiquitous on social media. Soon the 5,000 became 51 finalists (all of whom can be seen on Page 94). But of those 51, Becca Tepper of Illinois was the one who prevailed in the end.

Tepper, 25, is an intrepid Brazilian-American entrepreneur and jewelry designer originally from San Diego. As a designer she is known for her unique, signature hand and body chains (as well as some pretty striking swimwear). You also may know Becca (and her boyfriend, Motivational Mogul impresario Justin Cooper) from their appearance on the hit realty show Millionaire Matchmaker. If not, there’s a good chance that you know Becca from her massive social media following. In the end, it was her shrewd ability to galvanize supporters online that led to her victory.

In addition to the title of Miss Jetset, and the honor of gracing the cover of the very magazine you are holding (something no other nonmega celebrity or business titan can claim), Becca won over $100,000 in cash and prizes and will represent our brand for all of 2016.

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As I fly on a private jet to San Diego to pick up Becca and bring her back to Scottsdale for a three-day photo shoot and an elaborate week of activities (including a Will Smith movie premiere and an exhilarating day of racing at Bondurant School of High Performance Driving), my expectations are admittedly low. I fear that a “realityTV star/beauty contest winner” might be a bit of a diva. But shortly after I meet her, all my fears are allayed. I quickly find Becca to be a humble, caring, kind young woman with a tenacious work ethic and an erudite knowledge of social media marketing. It’s easy to see how she cultivated a massive enough following to capture the crown.

Like most of the Miss Jetset contestants, Becca Tepper is not a professional model. She’s never had a professional photo shoot. And now here she is surrounded by jets and MacLarens and $150,000 custom motorcycles being photographed by James Tampone, who’s shot for the likes of Maxim and Playboy. “It’s been a little overwhelming,” Becca admits to me during a break from shooting.

But she handles it with aplomb, and by the end of the shoot, is working the camera like a natural.

When I ask her about the inherent stress associated with earning the title of Miss Jetset, Becca brushes it off: “I am honored to have this title and represent this brand,” she tells me, “but I’m not going to rest on my laurels. I want to build a platform to help young girls become entrepreneurs and encourage them to follow their dreams.” Professional, philanthropic, and driven, Becca Tepper is the quintessential Miss Jetset.

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AK - Eve Anderson

AL - Kendra Sloan

AR - Autumn Brooke Crabtree

AZ - April Barton

CA - Julie Jolie

CO - Justine Pacheco

CT - Shaina Rowley

DE - Hanna Dimitrova

FL - Natalya Gazha

GA - Cheyanna Lavon Zubas

HI - Krisondra Daigneault

IA - Taylor Irezumi

ID - Yvonne Gutierrez Tadeo

IN - Niesha Lowery

KS - Amanda Mcalexander

KY - Vergena Fields

LA - Tammy Laborde

MA - Sherry Soto

MD - Anna Nguyen

ME - Hailey Chaney

MI - Sydney Krey

MN - Ashley Zlonis

MO - Miranda Schroeder

MS - Lynn Jackson

MT - Jayde Shaw

NC - Sherika Key

ND - Liberty Zuchara

NE - Kyna McNish

NH - Danielle Poulin

NJ - Aicha Mosha

NM - Fatima Ali Tahir

NV - Gentille Chhun

NY - Elise Cuthbert

OH - Vivian Thai

OK - Rachel Coleman

OR - Kirsty Zabriskie

PA - Rebecca Eger

RI - Aisha Lee

SC - Alexa Botelho

SD - Vanessa Winter

TN - Mikaela Layer

TX - Viviana Torres

UT - Alicia Emerson

VA - Helina Degaga

VT - Isabel Vinson

WA - Breanna McMillan

WI - Melissa Mooney

WV - Santana Maynard

WY - JodiRae Orton

International - Allysha Leclair

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How Zac Brown Is Leveraging His Music to Make a Difference

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es, I am among the tens of millions of people who have sung along (albeit not well) to “Chicken Fried,” “Free,” “Highway 20 Ride,” and many more of Zac Brown Band’s mega hits.

Brown’s songs have an inescapable power that has captivated plenty across America. Equally powerful is the story of the man beyond the music and his awe-inspiring commitment to helping others.

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One need only to attend a Zac Brown Band concert to experience how Brown and his team beautifully weave a tapestry of social good, sonic exuberance, and purpose in life into a fine work of art.

Whether it’s with a tribute to the military or his passion project, Camp Southern Ground, Brown has perfected this integration like a fine artist, masterfully uniting others to join in his pursuit of social impact for the greater good.

His genuine commitment to purpose rings through as he shares his personal experiences as a camp counselor and just how much a positive camp experience can have in transforming a child’s life. Time and time again, the Grammy Award-winner brims with emotion as he reflects on the camp, which serves children ages 7-17 by teaching healthy life skills including nutrition and physical exercise.

But this is not just any camp. Committed to children with both typical and special needs, the camp offers activities to challenge, educate, and inspire children with diverse abilities from all socioeconomic backgrounds, races, and religions. Aside from the many traditional camp activities that foster youth development and create teachable moments for campers, the camp also embraces the latest innovative therapies and technology. They have specific treatments and programs designed for children affected by neurobehavioral disorders, including Asperger’s, Tourette’s, and autism spectrum disorders, as well as learning differences such as ADD/ADHD and dyslexia.

Invariably, concert after concert, fans are touched by the incredible work of the camp and becoming part of the growing Southern Ground community.

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AUTHENTIC FROM THE START Fresh off the mega success of his debut album, The Foundation, I had the opportunity to collaborate with Brown in 2010 as part of a GRAMMY in the Schools promotion. From the word “go,” he was all-in, offering to meet and perform for kids at schools with heart and meaning. At the time, Brown commented on harnessing the power of music. But he also made a commitment to do more. And do more he did, transforming 400 acres of dirt nestled on farmlands just outside of Atlanta into what just five years later has become Camp Southern Ground.

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“Time and time again, the Grammy Awardwinner brims with emotion as he reflects on the camp, which serves children of ages 7-17 by teaching healthy life skills including nutrition and physical exercise.”

- Lou Raiola

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In unison with the construction of the camp, Brown has shown a laser focus to spread the word and invite his fans to support the organization. If you attend a Zac Brown Band show, you’ll witness the dedicated approach Brown orchestrates, as Camp Southern Ground is fully-integrated into the concert, with:

. An “Eat and Greet” event pre show for special guests – no standard meet and greet, as Zac, the band, and Chef Rusty Hamlin cook up special meals for guests, serve them personally, and provide a once-in-lifetime hangout. . $1 ticket from each concert ticket sold donated to Camp Southern Ground.

. Video messages played to promote Camp Southern Ground during the concert.

. Personal moments shared by Brown as he talks about his vision in between songs.

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Beyond his passion for the Camp, Brown and his band are deeply committed to supporting military families and veterans. From appearances at USO Shows to lyrical references in his music to special tribute performances, Brown has always made our veterans a central focus in his career. He currently hosts an activation booth at concerts that allows fans to pledge support for the Warriors to Summits program, which empowers veterans and transitioning service members with disabilities (as well as the dependents of the fallen) to break through barriers by walking, climbing, and other activity events. Always mindful of integration with his concert experiences and leveraging the power of music for purpose, Zac Brown is a shining example of what artists can accomplish when they devote themselves to a greater good.

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A lodge for adventurers

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s there anything sweeter than male bonding rituals, kayaking among icebergs, spectacular whale watching and bear viewing that feels like you’re in a National Geographic film? After a week at Stillpoint Lodge, it’s hard to recall a more adventurous, memorable travel experience.

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I had been dreaming of going to Alaska for years, but I could never find the time. I’ve heard Alaska is wild and unpredictable.

Especially when it comes to weather. Most remote lodges I’d heard about were accessible only by small plane. Planes easily weathered in, sometimes trapping clients for days or even weeks. That was a chance I couldn’t take due to my hectic schedule.

My Alaskan friends Heath and Zack, who’d been after me for years to join them on an Alaskan adventure, invited me to a littleknown private lodge they’d found, Stillpoint Lodge. It’s a very accessible lodge set literally on the edge of wilderness in a quaint little community of artists and fishermen called Halibut Cove.

We took my friends’ private jet from Scottsdale direct to Homer, which has a 6,000 foot runway and a great FBO. Bald Mountain Air provides jet fuel, GPU, a pilot lounge, Wi-Fi and catering only twelve miles across the bay from Stillpoint. To add to the dramatic sense of arrival, instead of picking us up in a bog standard boat, we were met by a helicopter! As guests of Stillpoint Lodge, we were treated to jaw-dropping vistas —we came face-to-face with glaciers and mountains no human has ever set foot on — before landing at the lodge itself.

Stillpoint is a second-generation, family owned and operated lodge; Jim and Jan Thurston originally built it as an artist retreat center. Under the new direction of son JT Thurston, the lodge pivoted to cater to executive travelers, bringing playful adventure to traditional lodge offerings. Centered on high ground on a private

peninsula, the main lodge is a work of art — with its cathedral ceilings and monumental stone masonry. Ten meticulously-curated cabins fan out from the lodge, sharing shoreline with sea otters, seals and puffins.

JT Thurston thrives on catering to the bold, big gulp moments in life. “Alaska is a bucket list destination for most jetsetters,” he reflects. “By investing in our own sea and air transport fleet — coupled with our unique location — we’ve conquered the logistical barriers of sharing this raw, unspoiled part of the planet.”

Thurston is clearly devoted to the original mission of Stillpoint Lodge, “to provide a place to disconnect . . . and reconnect with nature,” expanding its mandate to include the best bespoke, ecofriendly adventures. On our fishing trip, we caught way beyond our limit of halibut and enjoyed releasing the majority back to such pristine waters. We had the big ones packed up to take home to Arizona — plum trophies to serve up at my next cocktail party!

Big, bold days leave guests ravenous at mealtimes, and the topnotch culinary team exceeded all my expectations. We devoured hearty local seafood specialties and marveled at vegetables and fruit grown in the lodge’s own garden.

Craving an active Alaska expedition? Leave glacier cruises for your silver years — satisfy your inner adrenaline junkie with a jaunt to Stillpoint Lodge.

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ETOURDISSANT COLLECTION, BY CARTIER The name of the new collection, Etourdissant, aptly means “dazzling” or “astonishing.” Brilliant colours, extraordinary gemstones and a lot of remarkable forms are the true spirit of this collection..

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A pair of show-stopping, mystery set ruby earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels

Van Cleef & Arpels “snowflake” diamond choker

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Collecting Signed Jewels with Yafa’s Maurice Moradof

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rom antiquity to today, opulent jewelry has been the ultimate wearable symbol of wealth, prestige, and beauty — and perhaps even more impressively, a sagacious financial investment.

With both adornment and investment in mind, what should today’s collectors of fine jewelry consider? RubyLUX recently invited internationally-renowned jewelry connoisseur (and RubyLUX dealer) Maurice Moradof, owner of Yafa Jewelry Inc., the world’s premier source of signed, antique, and estate jewelry to share his expertise.

RL: What pieces do you suggest for a jewelry collection?

Maurice Moradof (MM): When a piece is signed by an important jewelry house, such as Van Cleef & Arpels or Cartier, the buyer is assured that an item is, one: of the best quality; and two: the retail price is a known factor. Furthermore, if a fine piece is signed, a client can be confident it will increase in value.

RL: Which gems have you seen appreciate recently?

RubyLUX (RL): What is the importance of signed jewelry?

RL: What is your key rule to investing in jewelry?

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MM: Find a person you trust… and stay loyal. I have clients who have incredible jewelry collections with whom I have developed great relationships. I am the happiest when one of my jewels finds a good home with a client who appreciates the best.

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MM: Earrings! Since every woman is more beautiful when she wears earrings.

RL: Which jewels would you suggest a customer buy as a safe investment?

MM: Van Cleef & Arpels. Their style is beautiful, they hold their value, and the quality is impeccable.

MM: Emeralds, specifically those from Columbia.

RX: How did you become known as “The King of Signed Jewelry?”

MM: We have been collecting and sourcing fine jewels for over 30 years. As our reputation developed, the jewelry cognoscenti sought us out, either to buy from or sell to us. We are passionate about the reputation we have earned.

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ift boxes are are always a bit of a mixed bag. Oftentimes they are generic hodgepodges of a bunch of stuff that no one really ever wants. But sometimes, they are finely crafted collections of exquisite goods perfectly suited to your tastes.

MadeMoments is a corporate gifting service delivering the latter type of gift box.

MadeMoments’ custom gift boxes pair Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, or other Champagne options with Godiva truffles, champagne flutes, and a personalized note card. Their wine gift boxes pair wine with Godiva truffles, two stemless wine glasses, and a personalized note card. Each is assembled, presented, and delivered with the upmost care and attention to detail.

Fully aware of the affluent’s preference to give custom gifts, MadeMoments provides a “Moment Concierge” who will work with the customer to devise a customized package. Custom packages can include a company logo, promotional items, and other proprietary materials.

“Gifting is a great way to promote a service, generate referrals, and build goodwill and loyalty with clients,” says MadeMoments founder Dave Shefferman.

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MadeMoments bases its business on the Kano Model, which recognizes that customers experience value on three dimensions: the basic, the expected, and the unanticipated. “The Kano Model explains that companies deliver unanticipated value when they go above and beyond what customers expect,” says Shefferman. “Only when operating in the unanticipated dimension can a business build strong levels of customer loyalty. That’s where MadeMoments comes in.”

The MadeMoments experience can be provided to thank a loyal customer for their patronage, to welcome a new client, to promote a new service offering, or for any other milestone to celebrate in a relationship.

“In today’s business environment, it is critical to maintain strong relationships and a high level of client satisfaction,” says Shefferman.

“A gift from MadeMoments can play an important role in a company’s marketing and growth strategy.” After sampling a few of their lovely gift boxes, we have to agree.

For more information please visit MadeMoments.com or contact Dave Shefferman directly at dave@mademoments.com or 415-279-1399.

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here’s no questioning the strength and resilience of today’s collector car market, where quality, blue-chip automobiles remain in high demand and continue to fetch strong prices at auction. For their owners, collector cars are first and foremost an investment in pleasure, providing entry into a wonderful hobby and lifestyle filled with great camaraderie and thrilling events, from rallies to historic races and glamorous Concours d’Elegance.

The collector car industry is one that remains fundamentally underpinned by enthusiasts. While fine art and wine are both fabulous in their own way, they are rather insular enjoyments — art either sits above your mantel, or in a bank vault waiting to accrue value. Collector cars, on the other hand, provide a superb range of participation opportunities, uniting collectors with a shared passion in a very practical and exciting way. There’s certainly no other collectible that appeals to our senses more than a collector car — the thrill of racing, the roar of an engine, the smell of exhaust and the artistry of coachbuilt design provide an unmatched experience.

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THE AUCTIONS AMERICA ADVANTAGE Whether you’re looking to enter the exciting world of collector cars for the first time, on the hunt for that next special vehicle to add to your garage, or ready to sell your classic ride, look no further than Auctions America. Specializing in the sale of American classics, European sports cars, Detroit muscle, hot rods and customs, Auctions America has been connecting enthusiasts with their dream cars since 2010.

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Auctions America provides personalized and professional service across all areas of the auction market. Headquartered at the historic Auburn Auction Park in Indiana, the company annually hosts events in some of the country’s leading automotive destinations, including Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Santa Monica, California; Auburn, Indiana; and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The company is home to one of the largest teams of collector car experts in the industry. Collectively, Auctions America’s specialist team offers more than 180 years’ combined experience buying, selling, racing and restoring collector vehicles, making them uniquely qualified to advise on all aspects of the

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hobby. In 2015, the Auctions America team enjoyed impressive performances and attendance at each of its venues, with more than $67.5 million worth of collector cars finding new homes through the company.

The forecast for the collector car season in 2016 remains vibrant. For those looking to enter the collector car market, Auctions America’s advice is always the same — buy what you like. These cars are, or at least should be, highly emotional purchases and not just instruments of financial speculation. If you don’t love it, it probably shouldn’t be in your garage. If you do love it, buy it — they probably aren’t making any more of them!

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November 5, 2016 Hilton Head Island The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa – Hilton Head Island, South Carolina To learn more about Auctions America and how the company can help you find the car of your dreams, visit AuctionsAmerica.com, or call toll free at 877-906-2437.

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ENJOY THE FULL INSIDER’S EXPERIENCE AT AUGUSTA WITH A PRIVATE JET CHARTER PACKAGE FROM FORETHEPATRONS.NET

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or avid golfers and fans of the sport, there is no more coveted “bucket list” experience than to attend the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. It’s something that less than one percent of golfers worldwide have ever experienced, giving a whole new meaning to being in the top one percent.

But tickets are always in high demand, and then there are the matters of finding accommodations and navigating the crowds. For more than a decade, ForeThePatrons.Net, a company headed by golf expert Chris Rigby, has streamlined this process by offering turn-key packages that leave patrons with nothing to worry about except fully enjoying the tournament, which this year will take place on April 4-10.

As part of his top-of-the-line Masters Tournament experience, Rigby will arrange a private jet charter from anywhere in the world into Augusta and secure your tournament badge (ticket), whether you plan to fly in and out for a single day or attend multiple days. A personal driver will greet you at the airport and be assigned to you for the entire time, to eliminate any worries about navigating traffic, finding a place to park or walking long distances in the heat.

Rigby can also arrange for you to stay in a luxurious private residence with all of the amenities you desire, such as a pool, pool table and personal chef. He says that the woman who caters for him has deep JETSETMAG.COM

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Southern roots and her fried chicken is so delicious that it has even been known to distract patrons from their focus at the tournament.

As an international course evaluator for Golf Digest and Golf World magazines, Rigby draws upon his extensive experience to help you maximize your time by way of a strategic plan to navigate your way around the grounds and find the best vantage points for

Jordan Spieth presented his green jacket, 2015.

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the tournament, while checking out all of the history at Augusta National. You don’t even have to crawl out of bed in the wee hours of the morning as he will arrange for a “runner” who will have your chair placed in a prime location within the first few rows, awaiting your arrival (and yes, a map is provided).

If you want to take your VIP Masters’ experience to the ultimate level, ask Rigby for access to Berckmans Place (or BP), which is the exclusive hospitality facility set along the 5th fairway.

Writer Gary Van Sickle of Golf.com has said that “Berckmans Place is to the Masters what the Emerald City is to Oz.” The spacious venue spans more than 90,000 square feet and contains multiple restaurants, dozens of TVs (so you won’t miss a single shot) and replicas of the putting greens for the 7th, 14th and 16th holes, right down to the same cup placement for the day, allowing you to test your skills, scotch in hand.

Over the past 12 years, Rigby has had plenty of satisfied customers. “The best part was the inside knowledge Chris has about entering the grounds and everything about the course, along with how and when to access the best viewing spots,” one of them said.

“There is a culture there, and without his tips, our trip would have been 60 percent of the experience,” stated another. Maybe the best testimonial of all came from the patron who, within a half hour of the final putt being sunk at the 2009 Masters, immediately booked his reservations through Rigby for the following year to take his father.

Given the breadth and talent of the younger PGA pros, combined with the likes of Tiger and Phil, no one is taking any measurements yet for the 2016 green jacket. However, there is one thing for certain: Chris Rigby and ForeThePatrons.Net will have you front row for all of the roars that will have the hairs on your neck standing on end. To quote Rigby, “No sporting event in the world even comes close to Augusta.¨ ForeThePatrons.Net

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n an article in our last issue, we introduced Jetset readers to TAG Global Systems’ revolutionary new TAG TECSLATE. The piece gave Jetset readers a glimpse of the unique, best-in-class technology that makes the TAG TECSLATE so unbelievable.

After having the device in our office for the last few months, we keep growing more and more attached to the TAG TECSLATE. Not only does it replace the antiquated whiteboard and video conferencing systems that most conference rooms have today; it also replaces the projector, TV, and legacy flip chart easel all together. It’s the only allin-one solution that can either be elegantly mounted on the wall, or made mobile on a rolling cart. Both the 65” and 84” versions have HDMI and VGA inputs to allow them to be connected together for larger viewing venues.

The TAG TECSLATE is both a giant tablet and a large-form computer with all the great features and functions that you’ve come to expect from TAG Global Systems. While TAG’s smaller form factor 10” tablets have catered to individuals, the TAG TECSLATE is the all-in-one device that makes it great for the boardroom, office, or living room.

The TAG TECSLATE comes equipped with an on-board Wi-Fi enabled 16GB PC, Microsoft Windows Professional operating system, 10-point multi-touch screen, Intel Core i7 processor, One Terabyte (1TB) of memory, 200-channel digital TV with LCD display, video conferencing, and quad split-screen. To maximize its capabilities, TAG also includes with every device digital signage software, powerful 3D presentation software, and TECSLATE PRO — the most advanced intuitive whiteboard software available today.

The TAG TECSLATE’s great video conferencing capabilities can be attributed to its large form. It can allow telecommuters to see the entire room of board members, friends, or family with the supplied HD camera in real time. Users can also Skype or BlueJeans for chat features through the Internet as well. Both models allow multiple people to interact with the tablet simultaneously, while the tempered glass screen makes it durable for any environment. Once connected to the TAG TECSLATE, anything written on the screen using the whiteboard features will show up on your iOS or Android device.

TAG Global Systems is led by a group of unique, visionary industry experts with years of experience across multiple diverse industries and disciplines. They offer products that push performance boundaries and deliver specialized services to meet unique market needs. TAG’s lineup of products are multitasking beasts in a small field of competitors that claim lots of functionality, but only deliver minor capabilities.

“Tomorrow’s technology is offered today to give convenience and luxury to our high-end-users,” says Dov Koplovsky, CEO and President of TAG. TAG’s philosophy is one of a solution-driven culture that adds value. The company builds brand loyalty by delivering solutions as a trusted advisor to fulfill a unique need. “Our proven practice of delivering tomorrow’s technology today, time-and-time again, is exactly what builds that loyalty,” Koplovsky adds.

“Tomorrow’s technology is offered today to give convenience and luxury to our highend-users.”

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our body is like a precision machine. Everything must work together in order for it to operate at its best.

This internal collaboration regulates every organ, gland, cell, and physiological process in your body. Upset any part of the delicate balance, especially the production of endocrine hormones, and, like a chain reaction, you disrupt the entire system.

As life would have it, the arrival of middle age begins this process of physical disruption and imbalance. That’s when hormone production declines in women and men alike. By the time a woman reaches her early 50s, she completely stops making her most important type of estrogen — estradiol. At the same time, her progesterone and testosterone levels all but disappear. Furthermore, diminished testosterone production in middle-aged men can actually cause them to become estrogen dominant at this stage of their lives.

Beyond sexual performance issues, a long list of other distressing symptoms often accompanies midlife hormone deficiency. Unwanted weight gain, loss of sexual desire, fatigue, depression, increased anxiety and irritability, hot flashes, night sweats, and migraines are just a few of the signs of a body out of sync. It’s also a time when relationships falter and physicians too often prescribe counseling and anti-depressants instead of hormone replacement.

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Buyer's Guide // Health Properly restoring testosterone and estrogen (specifically estradiol) to the levels of younger years replenishes your body and gives it what it needs. Hundreds of body functions depend on the presence of these key hormones in order to work properly. This is true whether you’re male or female, 19 or 91. Your need for hormonal balance never goes away.

BHRT Using Pellet Implants Could Be Your Passport to Healthier Aging

Did you know that bioidentical pellet therapy can help keep you on the road to more vibrant aging? When you combine appropriately administered pellet implant BHRT with a healthful diet, regular exercise, and other aspects of a beneficial lifestyle, you will reap the rewards thousand fold.

"Perhaps the most alarming outcome of hormone deficiency, however, is the growing vulnerability to agingrelated diseases."

- Gino Tutera, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Why pellets? Many people don’t realize that bioidentical pellets have been prescribed and researched since the 1930s. Abundant medical literature in respected international journals supports pellet implants as the safest and most effective hormone delivery system available. Pellet doses can be individualized and will go to work for you around the clock for up to 6 months. Additionally, pellet therapy is more convenient and cost effective than other HRT methods.

Pills, patches, injections, creams and gels all come with a long list of downsides. Hormonal balance can be difficult or impossible to achieve with these. And besides the mess, the expense and the

Perhaps the most alarming outcome of hormone deficiency, however, is the growing vulnerability to aging-related diseases.

Abundant research continues to link low levels of key hormones with increased risk of diseases like osteoporosis, prostate and breast cancer, coronary artery disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and others.

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Healthy hormone levels are associated with optimum brain function, emotional and physical well-being, cardiovascular and bone health, breast and prostate health, cell growth regulation, beneficial blood sugar levels, better sexual function and satisfaction and more.

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bothersome repeat dosages, why take a chance on the side effects and serious health risks of synthetic hormone treatments?

Be proactive. Have your hormone levels tested before symptoms and health issues get out of hand. Find a specialist, preferably someone with expertise in bioidentical pellet implants. The key to your well-being has everything to do with the type and quality of the hormones you’re taking, the method being used, and the skill and knowledge of your practitioner.

For more information about SottoPelle go to SottoPelleTherapy.com or contact us at: 480.874.1515.

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ALPINE MOBILE PHYSICIANS MAKES HOUSE CALLS IN COLORADO’S VAIL VALLEY

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henever your travels take you to the spectacular Vail Valley set high in the Colorado Rockies, there’s something you may want to pack right along with your skis, snowboards, hiking boots and other gear: it’s the phone number of Alpine Mobile Physicians. That’s because in the event that you or a member of your family or business group experience an illness or injury during your visit, a board-certified physician from Alpine Mobile Physicians will come to you — right to your vacation home or hotel — so you won’t have to travel to the emergency room. They’re on call, 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide urgent/emergency care. And if any x-rays are required, they can expedite the process to eliminate waiting times. The company also serves as a mobile pharmacy, bringing any needed medications right to you.

While the physicians at Alpine Mobile Physicians are experienced at treating a wide variety of injuries or illnesses, one of their specialties is the prevention and treatment of altitude sickness, since the Vail JETSETMAG.COM

Douglas Mayeda, MD, President and COO of Alpine Mobile Physicians

Valley is set at an elevation of 8,000 feet. “One out of every four visitors that come to the Vail Valley is affected by altitude sickness,” explains Douglas Mayeda, MD, president and COO of Alpine Mobile Physicians.

“Left untreated, altitude sickness can lead to serious, life-threatening conditions. However, the patient doesn’t have to travel to a lower altitude to find relief. Alpine Mobile Physicians’ Research Center is the only facility in the area to offer a state-of-the-art altitude simulation chamber that can accurately simulate conditions at lower elevations and provide a safe medical environment for the patient’s recovery.” The Center can replicate conditions from slightly above sea level all the way to 18,000 feet, which also makes it a popular choice for athletes who need to adapt to different environments in order to compete.

It’s nice to know that house calls do still exist — at least when you’re visiting Colorado’s Vail Valley.

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ne of the great things about luxury estates is that they are as individual as their owners.

And the process of narrowing down your choices can be an enjoyable adventure. Since the possibilities are virtually endless, we’ve put together a collection of prime properties for you to consider.

This is a great place to begin your search, because you’ll find plenty of properties in the following pages to inspire you.

FAENA HOUSE, MIAMI BEACH

Faena House is an unique and luxurious project consisting of a 5 star resort and luxury residences designed by the London’s acclaimed architect Norman Foster.

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The Lodge at Kukui‘ula, on the sunny south shore of Kaua‘i, is the perfect place to change your perspective on the season. You’ll look out from your generous lanai to days of brilliant opportunity – Tom Weiskopf golf, blissful spa and fitness, a working farm and superb local dining. Come stay at the Lodge. The forecast is bright.

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We cordially invite you to experience Querencia through ABRE While being a part of this private community during your ABRE stay, you will play Tom Fazio’s first Latin American golf masterpiece, indulge yourself in all that the 58,000 sq.ft. club house and spa facilities have to offer, design your ultimate day and grow more in love with the Cabo lifestyle.

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rom Vail to Scottsdale, Charleston to Tahoe, Kauaʝi to Cabo, IMI has introduced some of the world’s most unique and desirable clubs and resort communities to affluent buyers worldwide, resulting in $7 billion in sales. Since 1990, IMI has been a leader in the luxury real estate industry.

Working closely with premier real estate developers, and through key strategic alliances, they have helped create some of the most recognized luxury real estate communities in North America and the Caribbean and continue to provide turnkey solutions to those with the most discriminating taste.

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IMI’s collaboration with Viceroy Anguilla offers choice residences tucked away on 35 secluded acres of lush beachfront.

Home to a beautiful array of uncrowded, white sand beaches whose surrounding waters twinkle with magical hues of cerulean and turquoise, Anguilla’s idyllic lifestyle lays in wait for those with a vision of creating their own paradise.

Considered the crown jewel of the West Indies, Viceroy Anguilla’s exotic symphony of allure and anticipation truly raises the bar of Caribbean luxury. Whether you’re looking to lounge your days away at the beach, challenge your sense of adventure, or are seeking true, pampered downtime, this is the ultimate in Caribbean beach destinations for a sophisticated, but laid-back luxury traveler.

The residences offer a stunning collection of villas and condominiums crafted amongst the backdrop of acclaimed designer Kelly Wearstler’s timeless and masterful design of residence interiors and resort common spaces. Breathtaking, alluring, exotic, luxurious, intoxicating…words seem inadequate to describe this extraordinarily captivating island. A day in Anguilla is a day well spent.

Strategically located between historic Truckee, California and North Lake Tahoe, IMI’s Martis Camp is a 2,177 acre, private luxury community, which Forbes boasted as “Possibly the Best Four Season

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Private Community In the U.S.” and Barron’s ranked as “Tahoe’s Best Place to Own a Second Home.” Featuring a Tom Fazio-designed golf course, a direct-ski connection to Vail Resort’s Northstar California, and over 25 miles of gorgeous community trails, Martis Camp seems to have it all.

However, the community’s success is based on much more than its distinctive amenities. It also rises above due to its focus on cultivating a culture centered on family and friends — evidenced in its unique offerings like the one-of-a-kind Family Barn. The community’s developers, DMB-Highlands Group, had the foresight to apply such innovative vision to Martis Camp’s solid fundamentals, and entrusted IMI to bring their vision to fruition. Today, 640 of the club’s 663 home sites have been sold, making it the clear leader of private communities in the Lake Tahoe area.

Through a continuously-proven model of integrating sales and marketing of luxury private communities, IMI has introduced thousands of clients to early opportunities for ownership and membership in some of the most sought after destinations in North America, Hawaii, and the Caribbean. IMI is a tremendous resource for those seeking a direct line to the most exclusive vacation homes.

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AN ICONIC CARIBBEAN MANSION

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ome estates are more than just piles of bricks on lots of land.

Some estates have histories, and secrets, and take on lives of their own. This stunning mansion offered for sale in the Dominican Republic is one such estate.

Located in the 7,000-acre, five-star Casa de Campo resort — and having been rented in the past by countless celebrities including Beyonce, Jay Z, and Rihanna — this rare, exclusive retreat is one of the most breathtaking and elegant in all of the Caribbean.

The location of Drake’s iconic “Started from the Bottom” video, the property at Punta Minitas 34 has a storied history as a cornerstone of beauty and luxury. Sitting on its very own epic private beach, this elephantine palace boasts seven bedrooms (some in multi-room suites), ten bathrooms, an elevator, a multi-story chef’s kitchen, and 35,000 square-feet of beautiful interior space. Sitting on an exceptionally rare lot (that is approximately 4.1 acres), the property contains a massive lap pool, several cascading fountains and decorative pools, and breathtaking panoramic ocean views as far as the eye can see.

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to store your boats and toys. But with its soaring 20-foot ceilings, the centerpiece of the property is the regal main salon, which overlooks the expansive private beach and ocean. There’s also a museum (perfect for displaying important artifacts) which doubles as a family room/media room.

This spectacular estate is ideally situated in an exclusive residential enclave at Casa de Campo, renowned as the Caribbean’s most complete resort. Residents have access to the resort’s innumerable activities: internationally top-ranked golf, equestrian/polo, international yachts, fine dining, sumptuous spas, and more. Many international leaders, from American presidents to royalty, frequent the opulent resort, which native Dominican Oscar de la Renta helped design.

Just two hours by plane from Miami, and listed at $15,900,000 by its original owner, this gorgeous architectural masterpiece is not going to last on the market for much longer.

For additional information or to inquire for purchase, please contact Sergio Llach (Sllach@CasadeCampoRE.com, 809-430-8956), or visit www.pm34.com.

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For the past 24 months, The Luxus Group has been carrying out a meticulous restoration in the heart of Tuscany.

Each cotto floor tile, clay roof tile, stone, brick, and wooden beam in Podere Paníco has been saved and restored from the original structure. Nestled in the Tuscan countryside, high upon a hilltop, Paníco has over 7,000 square feet of interior space and it can comfortably host groups of up to 16 guests. Paníco is the ultimate luxury rental and it will inspire an Italian experience like no other.

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THE CAKEBREAD RANCH | WYOMING Bordering two states and just south of Jackson, Wyoming, the Cakebread Ranch is 300 acres of breathtaking views, activities, and endless amenities. At the center of the ranch is the main residence, a stunning presentation of western contemporary architecture. The 6,000-plus square foot home is a masterpiece of quality design, with hand-tooled hickory floors, marble accents, and one-of-a-kind European appointments. A guest barn is available for friends and family; an ideal spot for entertaining large groups.

Perhaps the treasure of the estate is the free range and grass fed 100% Japanese descendant Wagyu cattle ranch. To accompany this long standing tradition, the ranch hosts an all organic garden, where produce is cultivated with close attention. Tying the two together is the Day Lodge farmto-table restaurant—winner of the 2015 OpenTable Diner’s Choice award. It is here that the heart of the ranch can be witnessed in its purest form.

Providing a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, there is an abundance of on-property trails and cross-country skiing, as well as four and a half miles of the Salt River, teaming with

Brown and Cutthroat Trout, ideal for fly-fishing. As with all natural amenities located within the Ranch, the river frontage is closely managed for the preservation and longevity of the fish and wildlife population, as well as the river’s ecosystem.

The beauty of this unique, rare opportunity is its flexibility.

Whether your intention is initiating a multi-generational legacy, starting a resort business, or something else entirely, the Cakebread Ranch is for you.  300 ACRES MAIN HOME RECALLS AN AIR OF EUROPEAN ELEGANCE 4.5 MILES OF RIVER FRONTAGE 100% JAPANESE WAGYU CATTLE RANCH 5 ACRE ORGANIC FARM AWARD-WINNING FARM-TO-TABLE RESTAURANT OFFERED AT $40,000,000

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very year thousands flock to Fort Lauderdale and brave the humidity to witness the largest annual gathering of in-water boats on planet earth. From November 5-9 last year, seven massive locations encompassed more than 3 million square-feet of exhibit space in what is called the “Marine Hub of the World.” As always, Jetset was on hand to cover it all, as more than 1,000 exhibitors showcased nearly 1,500 boats of all sizes.

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Sales of boats, equipment, accessories, and marine art at the show totaled more than $4 billion, with everything on sale from sportfishers to sailing yachts to catamarans to the aforementioned monsteryachts. Moreover, the annual boat show has a greater economic impact upon the Fort Lauderdale area than the Super Bowl on its host city. The last conducted impact study (back in 2007) estimated the benefit of the Boat Show to the Fort Lauderdale area at roughly $500 million. (A Super Bowl typically generates around $400 million to its host city.)

“The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show brings together B2B and B2C vendors, manufacturers, yacht brokers, and customers from more than 34 countries to conduct business at the best boat show in the world,” says Phil Purcell, executive director of the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, which owns the show. “This year’s show delivered on experience, expectations, imagery, new products and world debuts at all levels of the marketplace.”

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Many major players had solid showings at the show. Fraser Yachts had a strong fleet on display, including two beauties that hovered around 170 feet in length: M/Y Felix and MY Helios 2. The latter features some of the most advanced technologies ever seen on a modern superyacht, while the former can accommodate up to 14 guests. Worth Avenue Yachts threw an excellent private party which displayed a selection of nine incredible superyachts.

In Jetset fashion, Rolls-Royce Cars were on display, and very special guests enjoyed a complete Louis XIII experience while browsing through the yachts.

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100-foot SkyMaster dubbed Kaytoo. And Tom George of Tom George Yacht Company was gracious enough to sit down with me and gave tours of several of his marvelous listings, including the most incredible fishing boat I’ve never seen.

The feeling of the size and scope of show was omnipresent.

As Yacht Chandlers vice president James James said, “We saw more owners, captains and project managers through our booth than ever before.” Even if you don’t own a boat, even if you aren’t in the market for a yacht, any lover of boating (or fan of the promise of ocean exploration) owes it to themselves to witness the splendor of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

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very year the National Business Aviation Association’s annual convention draws tens of thousands of aviation insiders, manufacturers, and enthusiasts into one centralized meeting place. NBAA’s 2015 Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas assembled more than 27,000 key aviation contacts from across the globe, including present and future private jet owners, manufacturers, and customers. Over 1,000 exhibitors unveiled their latest products and services, and Jetset was there for all of the major announcements.

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On day one, Honda Aircraft Company announced that it has completed all function and reliability (F&R) test flights for the HondaJet. “Honda Aircraft will conclude testing with the FAA in a few days, which will pave the way for HondaJet type certification and entry into service,” said Honda Aircraft Company President and CEO Michimasa Fujino. “We are expecting FAA type certification of the world’s most advanced light jet very soon.”

Elsewhere, Cessna debuted its new Cessna Citation Longitude business jet — a 12-passenger plane with the most legroom in the super-midsize class. Cessna parent company Textron also announced

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plans for its largest business jet to date: the Cessna Citation Hemisphere. The clean-sheet, large-cabin jet is expected to cost between $30 million and $33 million, and will have a range of 4,500 nautical miles. The Longitude and Hemisphere will join the Citation Latitude to form a new, large-cabin, three-aircraft Citation family.

Bombardier announced that its new Challenger 650 business jet will enter service with private charter flight company NetJets by the end of the year. Syberjet announced its first European service center—Rheinland Air Service — based in Mönchengladbach, Germany. Meanwhile, Rolls-Royce announced it’s expanding its

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global network of authorized service centers (ASCs) for business aircraft operators with new appointments in the U.S., Brazil, South Africa and the UK. A well-attended, second-day Opening Session featured various aviation leaders and legends, including “Miracle on the Hudson” hero-pilot, Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, while the National Aviation Hall of Fame announced its 2016 class of enshrinees. A charity benefit, co-hosted by NBAA and Corporate Angel Network (CAN), successfully raised over $500,000 in support of CAN’s mission to provide life-saving flights aboard business aircraft for cancer patients to treatment centers.

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One of my personal highlights from the show was having the opportunity to chat with Shaesta Waiz, the first civilian female certified pilot from Afghanistan, who is attempting to be the youngest female to ever fly solo around the world. “As a pilot, I have this passion for aviation that I want to share, Waiz said. “But it’s more than that. I want to show women that they can succeed in anything – including flying around the world.” Waiz is a two-time graduate of the world’s largest aeronautics university, EmbryRiddle, and was a focal point of their showing at the convention.

Still, the best part of NBAA in Vegas is never at the convention center; it’s always at Henderson Executive Airport, where nearly 100 side-by-side business aircraft are on static display. Walking through the splendid, sold-out assembly of private jets is always a mystifying experience. A few highlights at the static display this year were the brand new Gulfstream G500 and the SyberJet SJ30 (the world’s fastest and longest range light business jet).

With attendees from the show representing all 50 U.S. states, and 96 countries, NBAA 2015 was truly an incredible experience.

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Final Descent // Events JANUARY 23 - 31, 2016 BARRETT-JACKSON COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION WestWorld - Scottsdale, AZ Cars from around the world are cruising into Scottsdale, Arizona for The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction. Hundreds of the world’s most sought-after, unique and valuable automobiles will cross the auction block in front of a global audience. This auto extravaganza is a seven-day series of events, each one designed to rev up collector novices and aficionados alike. Over 350 vendors and exhibitors will also be on hand.

JANUARY 29 - 31, 2016 NAPLES WINTER WINE FESTIVAL Naples, Florida

The Naples Winter Wine Festival is ranked among the top 10 arts and entertainment events for wealthy Americans. Since 2004, the festival has earned the distinction of being the most successful charity wine auction in the nation. The event brings many of the world’s finest vintners and chefs together with wine collectors and philanthropists for a three-day gala in picturesque Naples, Florida.

FEBRUARY 1 - 7, 2016 WM PHOENIX OPEN Scottsdale, Arizona

Held at TPC Scottsdale and known as “The Greatest Show on Grass,” the WM Phoenix Open is one of the PGA Tour’s most popular tournaments.

Whether you’re sitting in a luxurious skybox on the famous 16th, or on a hillside overlooking the 18th hole, you’ll be sure to enjoy the sights and sounds of the PGA Tour’s top competitors.

Miami Yacht & Brokerage Show

FEBRUARY 11 - 15, 2016 MIAMI YACHT & BROKERAGE SHOW Miami, Florida The 28th annual Yacht and Brokerage Show in Miami Beach will transform Collins Avenue into a multi-million dollar presentation of yachts including the world’s most extraordinary and uniquely designed yachts and superyachts from the world’s foremost custom boat builders. The in-water-only display presentation covers more than 1.2 million square feet of space over a mile-long strip of Indian Creek Waterway, featuring hundreds of new and pre-owned vessels valued at more than a billion dollars.

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Final Descent // Events MARCH 3 - 13, 2016 86TH GENEVA INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW Palexpo - Geneva, Switzerland The 86th Geneva International Motor Show is a leading international exhibition dedicated to the major developments in the automobile industry, showcasing present and future vehicles from all major car manufacturers. The motor show covers various automotive issues, including safety, new forms of energy, and the environment linked to new industrial and consumer behavior.

MARCH 11 - 13, 2016 AMELIA ISLAND CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island, Florida

South Beach Wine & Food Festival

FEBRUARY 24 - 28, 2016 SOUTH BEACH WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Miami Beach, Florida The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival is a national, star-studded, four-day destination event showcasing some of the world’s most celebrated wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities. Celebrating its milestone 15 year anniversary, the festival will unveil several new events like the Taste Fort Lauderdale Series.

This series offers a selection of intimate dinner experiences at various Fort Lauderdale restaurants.

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Considered the “beauty pageant for rare and elegant cars,” The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance is an automotive charitable event where each entry is examined and rated for authenticity, function, history and style by a team of judges that includes specialists for each car type.

Rich with pivotal events in automotive and motorsport history, each year’s event is always bigger and better.

MARCH 17 - 20, 2016 PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW Palm Beach, Florida

The 31st Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show is one of the top boat shows in the country — with more than a billion dollars worth of boats, yachts and accessories from the world’s leading marine manufacturers. The event includes hundreds of boats from 8-foot inflatables, power boats, fishing boats, center consoles and personal watercraft to superyachts over 150’.

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Baselworld

MARCH 17 - 24, 2016 BASELWORLD 2016 Basel, Switzerland BASELWORLD showcases watches, jewelry brands and more from the entire watch and jewelry industry. It’s the world’s best platform and a perfect setting for providing specialist dealers and consumers with a fascinating, high-quality brand experience. Discover the innovations, keep abreast of the trends and forge personal contacts in an exclusive business atmosphere.

MARCH 31 - APRIL 3, 2016 PEBBLE BEACH FOOD & WINE Pebble Beach, California

Pebble Beach Food & Wine is the premier epicurean lifestyle event on the West Coast, matching 250 acclaimed wineries and 100 celebrity chefs to create a hedonistic, four-day destination on one of the most picturesque strips of coastline in the world. Throughout the weekend, you’ll enjoy intimate wine tastings, cooking demos and some of the most exclusive, unique dining opportunities available in the world.

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The annual Festivals of Speed in St. Petersburg, Florida features the best of the luxury lifestyle as well as a rare display of vintage and contemporary aircraft, exotic cars, custom-created motorcycles and high-performance watercraft. There will be onsite cafes serving the finest culinary offerings, VIP Cafes, smooth jazz, wine tastings, cigars, luxury lifestyle displays, fashion shows and more.

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APRIL 8 - 10, 2016 BARRETT-JACKSON COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION West Palm Beach, Florida As the only collector car auction on the East Coast, Barrett-Jackson brings thousands of visitors to West Palm Beach to view millions of dollars’ worth of classics. So if the car of your dreams is a beautiful Bel Air, a classic Corvette, or even a ravishing Rio, you just might find it. BarrettJackson isn’t only about cars. Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and live music while gearing up to view the highly coveted horsepower at an Opening Night Gala. From the first night to the last, this event is filled with exhibitors and entertainment and lots of shiny, beautiful chrome.

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Living room with fireplace opens to a terrace. Gorgeous first floor master suite with fireplace. $2,800,000

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Flemington, NJ - 54 acre farm with 1780 clapboard farmhouse featuring antique wood floors and beams. Custom barn with 11 stalls, outdoor ring, stunning indoor ring and 9 fenced pastures. $1,400,000

Flemington, NJ - Elegant ca. 1850 Federal home on 3+ acres. Gourmet kitchen, formal dining room and living room separated by a center hall entry. Exquisite master and 4 guest suites. Pool. Barn. $1,295,000

New Hope, PA - Exquisitely restored circa 1760 home on 5.69 bucolic acres. Great room with grand stone fireplace. Dining room with stone hearth. Chef’s kitchen. Lush grounds, garage and studio. $1,775,000

Stockton, NJ - Beautiful horse farm with 1709 fieldstone house and guest house on 98 acres. 8 fenced pastures, 4 run-in sheds, 7 stall barn, cross country course and a dressage area. Pond and stream. $3,200,000

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Nick Lowery Youth Foundation ‘Concussion’ Movie Screening FORMER PLAYERS TURN OUT FOR A GOOD CAUSE

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n Monday, December 21, many former NFL players (including veteran quarterback and brain trauma-awareness advocate, Jim McMahon) came to the iPic and Tanzay Restaurant in Scottsdale for a special screening of the new Will Smith film Concussion. The event was arranged in support of the Nick Lowery Youth Foundation which promotes better safety in our youth sports.

Lowery, who played for the New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, and New York Jets during his career, has made concussion awareness a crusade and worked to prevent these insidious injuries from occurring in our contact sports. “[Concussions are] a reality we have to confront with courage,” Lowery says. “Let’s move forward in this era and stop pretending there’s not an elephant in the room.”

The event featured a cocktail reception followed by some impassioned speeches on the subject, and culminated with the screening of the film in which Will Smith plays the real-life medical examiner who discovered the inherent brain disease concussions can lead to. It was a powerful film and an important evening, and Jetset was honored to have co-sponsored the event and been on hand in support of the cause.

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Former NFL players show their Super Bowl rings

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