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Letter from the Publisher
Welcome
The world is ravenous to travel, and we are ravenous to travel the world.
I would like to welcome you to the pages of our Mega Summer Travel issue. Inside our issue this month is something for everyone. Whether you plan on traveling in the summer, fall, winter, or spring, there is a destination for you. We are calling all outdoor enthusiasts, urban safari seekers, and actual African safari adventurers. You will read Q&As from locals who share their thoughts on living in places like Rio, Nantucket, Wellington, Tuscany, along with many others. We have the ‘Top 5’s which will point you in the right direction to the best tango classes in Buenos Aires, the best beaches in Bali, where to grab a perfect cup of coffee in Vienna, and so much more. There are also special contributors from North America, Europe, Asia, and South America who have written great pieces for you to peruse.
Of course, we also have our regular features – all with a travel theme. “Details” provides the best carry-on bags, “Home Trends” shares how to highlight treasured souvenirs from far off places in your home décor, “Stylist” recommends great pieces to travel with that are light and easy on maintenance, while “Mixology” is dedicated to sips that inspire travel. There is a special feature written from the perspective of a 12-year-old traveler, and in our Arts section, we are re-printing a feature previously run in the magazine of a photojournalist and her experiences traveling the world.
So, come aboard! We invite you to explore the world with us…
John Eric Publisher
TRAVEL JOHN ERIC HOME
TRAVEL
ERIN FARR
Born and raised in Arizona, Erin Farr lived for 15 years in Los Angeles working as a women’s contemporary apparel designer. She has since relocated to the coast of southern Spain where she and her husband, Will, operate a rural holiday home/ farmstay. She also freelances small clothing design jobs when the opportunity strikes right. On free days, she can be found hiking or beachlounging with her husband and their dog, Oscar, as well as hunting for hidden gems in their new country, cooking localingredient dishes, and crafting something decorative for their guest quarters.
ANDREA HEALEY
Originally from Quebec, Canada, Andrea is a seasoned traveler who enjoys many different cultures and experiences. Over ten years ago, she unexpectedly found love and made Kauai her home. Maintaining her worldwide friendships and actively fostering new connections has allowed her to partner with other Sotheby’s International Realty advisors from around the globe.
Andrea’s passion for real estate, pleasure in connecting with people worldwide, and genuine concern for her clients form the foundation of her fabled customer service. She believes in a growth mindset and continually seeks strategies, solutions, and education to ensure her clients receive every available advantage.
SEAN O’NEILL
Sean grew up on Providenciales before attending secondary school in Ireland. He holds a B.A. in Economics and History and an M.A. in History of International Relations from University College Dublin, as well as a law degree from College of Law, London. A creative negotiator and expert problem solver, Turks and Caicos-born Sean O’Neill is proud to leverage his mastery of island real estate and background in law to serve a distinguished clientele at The Agency.
When he’s not serving his clients in real estate, Sean enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons and getting in as much beach time as possible. He is an active member of the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union (TCIRFU), as well as the TCI CONCACAF Beach Soccer World Cup Qualifiers.
BRENT TARTAMELLA
Brent came across Nantucket Sound in 2004 to be the inaugural General Manager of The Westmoor Club, where he was focused on creating a world-class, nationally recognized organization steeped in tradition and luxury. With over 20 years in the high-end private club world including The Country Club Augusta National Masters Tournament, Brent brings his network, market knowledge, tenacity, commitment to community, and five-star service approach to his work at Fisher Real Estate.
A former President of the New England Club Managers Association and Board Chair of the Nantucket Lighthouse School, Brent has been involved in numerous local nonprofits throughout his sixteen years on Nantucket.
John Eric Home would like to introduce our readers to the contributors who provide both informative and interesting articles to the magazine. These are the voices that bring to you the most current trends within their individual industries. We would like to thank our contributors for providing their insight to the magazine and its readers.
NICOLE KOBRINSKY
Born in Michigan and raised in Colorado, Nicole got an early education in the world of real estate, purchasing her first home when she was just 18 while studying Business Administration at Colorado Christian University. She combined years of experience working in the marketing department of the largest US insurer with her knowledge gained remodeling and managing rental properties and formally began her career as an Agent in 2012. In early 2021, she earned a new title, Associate Broker.
When she isn’t with clients, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young daughters, and especially loves their Friday tradition of walking to sushi and ice cream. You can also find her tasting fine tequila with friends, wandering art galleries, practicing Pilates, playing golf or tennis, or brushing up on the latest architecture and design trends.
RUTH KENNEDY SUDDUTH
A graduate of Yale University, and with an MBA from Harvard Business School, where she was selected as a Baker Scholar, Ruth competed at an elite level in rowing. Prior to joining LandVest in 1998, she co-headed global fixed income at Wellington Management Company. She earned U.S. Dressage Federation Bronze and Silver medals and competed in eventing. She was raised with a land ethos – her father was director of the National Park Service and her mother from the Conservation Fund. She has been active in conserving her own farm and land in the surrounding communities.
Ruth’s board service in addition to LandVest includes privately-held companies as well as non-profits, including: Groton School, the WennerGren Foundation, Bennington College, Sudbury Valley Trustees, Green Mountain Horse Association, New England Forestry Foundation, and the Zoning Board of Appeals and Planning Board of Stow, MA.
KELLI ALEXANDER
Kelli’s passion for travel began at age 4 when her mom took her on her first flight to visit her dad in the Navy. She remembers everything. Wearing a plaid dress and red leather shoes. Sitting in the window seat. It was nighttime. With her nose pressed against the window; she was fascinated by the cobalt blue lights along the runway. Once that plane took off, she hasn’t landed since.
Alexander has traveled extensively. Beginning her career in television broadcasting and communications, she realized her heart was in firmly touching the world and sharing it with all who are ready and open. She established PlanetKelli, a high-end travel and destination planning company. With her myriad connections around the world, in the most sought-after locations, she provides clients a VIP treatment as she knows not just the destinations but how to match travelers with their perfect choices and options.
BOB PENNYPACKER
Bob’s passions in life include Architecture, Real Estate, and, of course, travel for they are forever intertwined. After getting his architectural degree from Columbia University, he was attracted to the megaprojects across the globe, whether it be Airports in the Middle East, new towns in Asia, or theme parks for both Disney and Universal. The satisfaction came not just from participating in the design, but from the opportunity to coordinate all the complex systems and solve the problems to make a functioning project.
The transition to real estate was a natural evolution for Bob, as one day will be about discovering the overlooked opportunities of a property, another will be about highlighting a property’s unique features in preparation for the marketplace. As a Realtor at Healdsburg Sotheby’s International Realty, Bob considers himself the luckiest architect in the world. Architect or realtor--it has been a lifetime of crafting the relationships between people and buildings.
MIKE BINGHAM
Mike Bingham has worked for the American, British, Falkland Islands, Chilean, and Argentine governments on a variety of wildlife projects. Prior to 1993, he worked for the United States Government in Hawai’i helping to establish a research and monitoring program for marine turtles. In 1993 Bingham moved to the Falkland Islands to take up a government funded post of Conservation Officer. Bingham now has long-term penguin monitoring programs running at multiple sites in Chile, Argentina and the Falkland Islands, in cooperation with the Chilean and Argentine governments.
THOMAS DONNELLY
Thomas Donnelly hails from the Washington, DC area where he attends middle school, excelling in English, math and science. In his free time he enjoys all sports, particularly baseball and watching his favorite team, the Washington Nationals. He looks forward to more travel and trips to fun and different places. He loves playing with his black lab Reece, who was rescued right before the pandemic at an adoption event at the DC Auto Show.
YI-SHENG HSU
Yi-Sheng Hsu is a freelance translator, self-proclaimed creative writer, and graduate student. He is currently based in Taipei City, Taiwan, hosting the blog Doyouwantsometea.
