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Julia Roberts, Chopard global ambassador, shines in the latest release of the Maison’s exciting ‘Chopard Loves Cinema’ campaign with Ice Cube multi-faceted, mix and match made of ethical gold. Bringing even more sparkle to the world’s greatest smile. chopard.com
COVER: Ophély Mézino, French West Indies beauty, (Guadeloupean) 2nd runner up Miss World, and Miss Europe 2019. Dressed by French Designer Christophe Guillarmé as seen at 76e Festival de Cannes.
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JEAN DOUSSET ELLE ROUND BRILLIANT LAB DIAMOND ETERNITY BAND: Founded by the greatgreat-grandson of Louis Cartier, Jean Dousset officiated his bespoke fine jewellery collection with a showroom in Los Angeles. This eternity band is handcrafted with colourless lab diamonds that are held by a double-prong setting, an exclusive detail of the Elle capsule. To radiate light from every diamond, the inside of the band is completed with our signature ‘D’ cutout detail. Enduring brilliance made to last a lifetime. jeandousset.com
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CREATE MEMORIES AT THE OCEAN CLUB BAHAMAS
CELEBRATING 50
From parties pumping out musical genres from calypso to reggae, to miles of white sandy beaches with verdant hills for hiking in the distance, and endless choices of sporting events along with calming spa and wellness activities. Not to forget the savoury meals our chefs dream up under starry skies with barbeques fired up over glowing coals.
Each vacation gives us the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the destinations where we holiday. I love to visit museums, art galleries, and craft markets as they allow me to reflect on and mould my own distinctive impressions of life in paradise and take away an authentic piece of artwork to have as a treasured memory back at home.
2023 is an important 50th anniversary in the Caribbean for many. Already I have been celebrating this golden anniversary year with Oyster Yachts which had their kick-off Regatta in Antigua’s historic Naval Dockyards; Casa de Campo Resort in the Dominican Republic who opened the doors to their new ultra-luxe Premier Club & Suites; and The Commonwealth of the Bahamas independence with a range of cultural activities covering each and every month of this year — for all to enjoy.
Take the time to discover the myriad of entertainment activities we have in store for you and make yourself at home in our … your paradise.
With best wishes!
Peter B. Williams MIAD, MBA Editor- in-Chief IG: jamaqueparadis
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Arriving from Jamaica carrying 1,027 passengers, 802 of whom were British subjects, including men, women and children, who gave their last country of residence as somewhere in the British Caribbean, travelled to the United Kingdom hoping to start a new life.
Windrush garnered much attention upon its arrival and has since become symbolic for many of the Caribbean communities who, alongside numerous Commonwealth citizens, arrived in the UK between 1948 and 1973. They played a pivotal role in rebuilding the UK after the Second World War, as well as shaping modern British culture and society.
Marking the date of disembarkation, Windrush Day takes place on 22 June each year. This year the Royal Mint unveiled a commemorative UK 50p coin. “My parents were among the generation of people invited to leave their home in the Caribbean to come and work in Britain. I joined them at the age of five.”
The coin depicts a man and woman of the Windrush generation, smartly dressed, as many who arrived on the ship were, standing against a backdrop of the Union flag honouring 75 year later the Windrush generation.
“I am very happy to have my design selected for this coin, which honours our parents and their legacy; and which celebrates our presence, achievements, and contributions that continue to enrich our society.” — Valda Jackson
In this year’s Oscar de la Renta pre-autumn collection, co-creative directors Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia explore the essence of summer through bold hues, floral emblems and intricate detail similarly found in the wildlife that flourishes during these warmer months. Evening gowns of bright colours, floral and leaf-embroidered off-the-shoulder gowns, and gold sequin rosette embroidered column gowns and capes profess an excitement for the warm events ahead. A firefly sequin tulle frock and a metallic violet lamé twist drape gown conclude the collection with the same vivacity felt on a summer night. oscardelarenta.com
In 1816, English painter Richard Evans sailed eastward towards the young Kingdom of Haiti, at the request of its ruler Henry Christophe. There, Evans became an art teacher and produced two of the most enduring images of post-revolutionary Haiti: portraits of the Caribbean’s first Black King and Prince. The portraits: The King commissioned Evans to paint the only official portraits of himself and his heir, Jacques-Victor. Full length yet quite distinct, capturing in fine detail the individual personalities and their respective positions. Christophe appears as a gallant, middle-aged man with graying hair in an interior space. He is dressed in a dark green coat carrying the star of the Order of Saint-Henry, light breeches, and leather boots. His right hand holds his cane and bicorne (two-cornered) hat, and his left rests in the pocket of his coat giving him an almost casual air. To his immediate right sits a crown accompanied by a cascading red cloth that bears the crest of the Kingdom of Haiti. These are the only details that inform the viewer that he is a monarch, for the King is represented in military uniform. Behind him is an expansive opening that shows a landscape dominated by a sublime sky with a view of Cap-Henri (now, Cap Haïtien).
The King’s representation as a military man should come as no surprise for it was how he made a name for himself during and after the Haitian Revolution. Christophe was born in Grenada in 1767 and arrived in Saint-Domingue (Haiti) as a teenager. By his early twenties he was conscripted into the colonial artillery, beginning his military career in the island. smarthistory.org
Richard Evans, Henry Christophe, King of Haiti, c. 1816, oil on canvas, 34¼” x 25½” (Alfred Nemours Collection of Haitian History, University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus)
This year’s collection created by Sarah Burton, Creative Director with a focus on the foundations of fashion. The most prominent motif in the collection is the orchid, in its rarer forms cultivated but, after the daisy, the most common flower. Exploration of beauty and power through tailoring fabrics with a focus on cut, proportion and silhouette. “Human anatomy, the anatomy of clothing, the anatomy of flowers — cut and inspired in the language of flowers — the orchid is a symbol of love’’. alexandermcqueen.com
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The Carolina Herrera Resort 2024 was held in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, inspired by the city’s exuberant joy and sensuality, and a celebration of the people of Brazil, boasting a 100% Brazilian cast, walking to a soundtrack of national icon Gal Costa. Mother Nature and the tropical Brazilian climate proved the ultimate muse. As guests arrived to enjoy sunset cocktails and a breathtaking rainbow spanning the expanse of the stage as models were filmed in the rain barefoot holding their shoes, evoking an emotional and romantic image of the Girl from Ipanema. Guests were escorted to adjoining party in a jungle greenhouse built for the occasion.
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ormulated to protect scalp and hair from everyday toxins and environmental pollution. At the onset of COVID in early 2020, Dr. De Anne, like the rest of the world, was sanitising her office with antimicrobial sprays. "I was worried that these droplets were getting all over my scalp and hair, so we created a detox serum to address these concerns.
It is fabulous and softens my hair. This tea infusion serum protects my hair from breakage and promotes healthy hair growth.”
According to Dr. Raechele, co-founder of Bloomballa, using the Damage Defender once a week helps limit exposure to pollution and the sun. Use it pre-shampoo and experience the mini-spa and aromatherapy effect. bloomballabeauty.com
Beyoncé is back, with her much-anticipated Renaissance tour kicked off last month, and with a n impressive three-hour set, featured a string of high-octane, custom-made looks.
Beyoncé in a beaded red-hot Alexander McQueen ensemble for the second of five London performances of her “Renaissance World Tour.” Inspired by look 41 from the fashion house’s autumn 2023 collection, the custom-made style was composed of an embroidered red dress and gloves, and paired with metallic red boots.
THE LARGEST AND OLDEST PUBLIC ART MUSEUM IN THE ENGLISH-SPEAKING CARIBBEAN
By LAURA TANNAWhether it’s touring The Culture Yard or walking the streets of downtown to view the colourful murals Kingston Creative has painted, especially on Water Lane, in the past few years to emphasise the positive in Kingston’s port city, the National Gallery of Jamaica (NGJ), the largest and oldest public art museum in the English-speaking Caribbean, has welcomed visitors since it opened its doors on November 22, 1974.
Downtown Kingston has culture and too many people don’t know it. Bob Marley may have made the home of Reggae famous, but The Culture Yard in Trench Town likes to say: “Bob Marley did not make Trench Town, Trench Town made Bob Marley.”Photographs courtesy of the National Gallery of Jamaica
The i nitial collection of 237 paintings and drawings, w ith 25 sculptures, were d isplayed at Devon House near New K ingston i n t he Georgian mansion built i n 1881 by Jamaica’s fi rst black m illionaire, George Steibel. Now a National Heritage Trust Monument, Devon House and its courtyard shops are open for v isitors, but i n 1982 t he NGJ moved to t he Roy West Building by t he waterfront. With businessman Maurice Facey as its fi rst Chairman and i n 1975 artist David Boxer as its fi rst Curator, t he NGJ has g rown to more t han 2000 artworks i n a t wo-storey building w ith a series of renowned collections. It’s just the right size to enjoy the whole spectrum of Jamaican art, from h istoric i ndigenous works r ight t hrough representational paintings to totally abstract works, all well-presented i n a spacious setting, sadly no elevator for t hose unable to climb stairs.
At t he top of t he w ide meandering stairs, one enters t he Larry Worth Collection of 17 paintings and 48 sculptures covering t he early 1950s to m id-1970s by Mallica Reynolds O.D. (1911-1989). A Zion Revivalist leader k nown to a ll as K apo, a leader i n t he “intuitive” self-taught genre of art which was celebrated by Edward Seaga who, as a Harvard-trained sociologist long before he became Prime M inister, had become a devotee of Revival customs and art. In a room i nterior to t hat resides t he more erotic Kapo paintings in the John Pringle Collection of 23 paintings presented to t he NGJ i n 2011 from t he estate of Jamaica’s first Director of Tourism.
TAcross to the other side of the second-floor gallery, one has a splendid v iew of Edna Manley’s sculpture “Hills of Papine” 1949, a fitting entry to t he A.D. Scott Collection as t hat was t he fi rst artwork he acquired i n what g rew to be some 600 pieces i n t he m id-1970s i ncluding post-independence works by Jamaica’s famed Carl Abrahams, A lbert Huie, David Pottinger, R alph Campbell, K arl Parboosingh, Barrington Watson, Eugene Hyde and more, 62 of which Scott donated to t he NGJ. Off to one side is my favourite small room of Jamaica’s fi rst self-taught artist of renown, John Dunkley (1891-1947), whose haunting landscapes w ith suggestive u ndertones l inger i n one’s m ind as h is 1946 “ Banana Plantation” does in mine.
The Historical Galleries at the other end of the floor take us right back to the Jamaican Taino 1000 A D-1600 with artefacts, carvings and information on the island’s original inhabitants. Spanish Jamaica starts in 1494-1655 with a column from New Seville on the North Coast while British Jamaica 1655-1900 includes maps, works by Agostino Brunias, and George Robertson’s aquatints and 1773 oil painting of the “Rio Cobre”. Joseph B K idd (1808-1889) l ithographs and paintings are displayed from his 1835 and 1838 visits, while Isaac M. Belisario’s (1793-1849) 1840 oils are st unning i n v ividly capturing scenes of plantation l ife. H is “Sketches of Character” of Set Girls have been widely reproduced.
Some of these early works came from the Institute of Jamaica (IOJ), the Caribbean’s oldest centre of learning, founded in 1879 long before the University of the West Indies (UWI) was established in 1948. The National Library became independent from the IOJ as did the Cultural Training Centre, now a tertiary-level institution named The Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts (EMCVPA). But the Institute of Jamaica Act (1978) made the NGJ a statutory organisation under the Ministry of Culture, now the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport.
Other early works came through the donation of 218 works at the time of Hon. Aaron Matalon
O.J.’s 80th birthday in 1999. As the third Chairman of the NGJ, appointed in 1992, his involvement in both the NGJ and the Institute of Jamaica, of which he was Deputy Chairman from 1985-1989, provided serious support to both institutions. He was instrumental in establishing the Edna Manley Foundation after her death in 1987 and with the NGJ created the Edna Manley Memorial Collection. The Edna Manley Galleries opened in March 2000 and now form a substantial portion of the NGJ’s second floor. From her The Early Years 1920-1934 with her first ink drawing in 1920 through to her The Later Years 1965-1987 wooden and bronze sculptures and finally her paintings in 1985, the mother of Jamaican art and the co-founder in 1950 of the Jamaica School of Art (now part of the EMCVPA) can be truly appreciated.
T he David Boxer Collection of her protégé flows across the wall outside the Historical Galleries entrance. NGJ Director/Curator from 1975 and Chief Curator from 1993 until Dr. Boxer’s retirement in 2013, both art historian with degrees from Cornell University and The Johns Hopkins University and an artist in his own right, David Boxer spent 37 years of his life creating a National Gallery of which Jamaica is justifiably proud. The Guy McIntosh Collection came about when Boxer persuaded the owner of The Frame Centre in 2011 to donate some 80 paintings from the 1980s and 1990s, adding to the non-representational works including those by Milton George to increase abstract and expressionist art in the NGJ.
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The actual mandate of the NGJ is to collect, research, document and preserve Jamaican and other Caribbean art and related material.”
At one point in 2004 there was a movement to separate the NGJ from the government and Dr. Jonathan Greenland was named Executive Director to work with the Chief Curator. Greenland sought to make the gallery more inclusive, bringing in more people and artists, but by 2008 he left to join the National Heritage Trust and then became Director of the National Museum Jamaica, also downtown, another statutory organisation under the Ministry of Culture and definitely worth a visit in its own right at 10 East Street, Kingston. The post of Executive Director at NGJ was filled in 2009 by Veerle Poupeye who left in 2019. Since the NGJ never separated from the IOJ, it made no sense to have the Executive Director of the NGJ report to the Executive Director of the IOJ. Thus, the administrative post at NGJ is now called Senior Director, filled by Roxanne Bucknor.
With Boxer’s departure another highly qualified academic and artist rose through the ranks of the NGJ to become Chief Curator. O’Neil Lawrence obtained his first degree in English Literature and Sociology from UWI in
“ Above all the NGJ believes that “Art space is a safe space. ”
2000, took a year off to work and then did another degree at the EMCVPA in Visual Communications where he honed his skills in photography. He joined the NGJ in 2008 as an Outreach Officer, then full-time in 2009 as a Curatorial Assistant, Assistant Curator, and Senior Curator until his appointment in 2014 as Chief Curator, obtaining a Masters in Cultural Studies in 2015.
The actual mandate of the NGJ “is to collect, research, document and preserve Jamaican and other Caribbean art and related material which promotes our artistic heritage for the benefit of present and future generations.” So it was of value when an American couple’s lives were changed in 1985 by a magazine article in the Jamaica Journal, “Intuitives of Harmony Hall”. The Wayne and Myrene Cox
Collection came about after this couple from Minnesota bought a home in Jamaica and with the help of the NGJ Deputy Director David Muir, began visiting self-taught artists in the interior, buying directly from them but also i nterviewing and documenting the artists with audiotape, videotapes, and photographs. Finally in 2017 Wayne Cox co-curated “Spiritual Yards” at the NGJ and donated 50 pieces, among them some by his favourite artists Everald Brown, Albert Artwell, and William “Woody” Joseph.
T he Kingston Biennial which ended December 2022 faced rescheduling because of Covid, so its title “Pressure” was quite appropriate. Highlighting 24 local and diaspora artists, O’Neil Lawrence indicated that the title referred not only to the pandemic, but to the ramifications of
Black Lives Matter, and the lack of opportunities and violence plaguing inner city communities. Above all the NGJ believes that “Art space is a safe space.” In addition to the superb permanent collection, the National Gallery Jamaica holds at least three temporary exhibits annually and supports National Gallery West in Montego Bay.
Located at 12 Ocean Boulevard, Kingston with a parking lot adjacent, NGJ is open Tuesday-Thursday 10-4:30, Friday 10-4:00 and Saturday 10-3:00. Also check out the small collection in the African Caribbean Institute of Jamaica/Jamaica Memory Bank (ACIJ/JMB) in the back of the NGJ building. Nearby on the waterfront find the ROK Hotel, managed by Tapestry Collection Hilton. |
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Leonard Daley : The Pickpocket, 1984, Mixed Media on Plywood, 97.45x116.45 cm, David Boxer Collection, National Gallery of Jamaica
O’Neil Lawrence: “Son of a Champion” photograph by O’Neil Lawrence from his solo show at Mutual Gallery, Kingston, 2012
A child is born, on May 7th 1919, in the town of Guabito in today´s border line between Panamá and Costa Rica, then a fragile area of undefined and disputed limits between both countries. That child was Walter Ferguson Byfield, the son of West Indian immigrants who arrived in this area to build a railway and after, to join the United Fruit Company (UFCO).
By Musicologist MANUEL MONESTELFerguson celebrates his family’s Caribbean heritage in his beloved Costa Rica
Nobody could imagine then, the talent of that humble little new born baby and the glory eventually involved in his musical work for him and his ancestors of Afro-Caribbean heritage. His family would eventually move to the town of Cahuita in the Costa Rican Republic’s province of Limón on the Caribbean coast, where his father became a small farmer associated with the UFCO, but as an independent supplier of bananas and later cocoa.
Towns like Cahuita and Puerto Limón are replicas of the environments and landscapes of lush Caribbean Islands, where many of the former immigrant settlers preserved the customs of their West Indian ancestors, cultural practices, history and vision of the world.
Ferguson grew up on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica among British inspired cricket matches, picnics on the beach, festivals, religious services — Anglican, Baptist or Methodist — among others. He was always aware of hybrid cults of African and European colonial beliefs, such as Pocomía, present in the province during his young years but harshly repressed by the then government in the 1930s. From religious chants to popular songs heard on the radio, Ferguson learned to play instruments like the harmonica, ukulele, guitar, and clarinet by his own means, rejecting the formal music training offered by a wealthy aunt who lived in Port Limón where he spent some time learning to play the organ.
Considered one of the greatest composers of popular calypso songs.
His soundscape included Jamaican mento and square dances, where the clarinet was a central instrument. With his band “Miserable” he performed the fashionable Caribbean music of that time, rumba, pasillo, mento, and bolero, as well as swing and blues. In the 1970s he retired from music performances and started his most creative stage in life, writing Jamaican inspired mento tradition songs, framed in Trinidad and Tobago’s evolving calypso etiquette. His songs kept the spirit of the old mento but added the philosophy of newer calypso, emulator of critical and sociopolitical issues, without neglecting humour and satire.
Walter serenades Latin America with his Caribbean songs
In the last three decades of his life, he became an extraordinary figure in Costa Rica and Latin America, considered one of the greatest composers of popular calypso songs. This Costa Rican great was frequently visited by famous calypsonians from Trinidad and Tobago such as Chalkdust and Devon Seale, as well as Latino artistes like Javier Ruibal and Perotá Chingó. Two presidents of the Republic and other distinguish visitors were also welcomed in his home.
His songs were performed by 23 artistes from 16 countries on the album “100 Years of Calypso” released in 2019 for his 100th birthday anniversary. Among those guests singers were Jorge Drexler, Devon Seale, Inti Illimani, Perotá Chingó, Marcel Padey, Deborah Dixon and the Costa Rican Kawe Calypso, Editus and Cantoamérica. Ferguson’s music represents the permanent spirit of exchange characteristic of the Caribbean diaspora. his k nowledge of the work of great calypso figures such as Houdini and Kitchener from Trinidad or Harry Belafonte the Jamaican-American folk-calypso-mento singer, are reflected in his way of composing, capturing the surrounding reality in the lyrics of a song.
Ferguson’s opportunity to personally meet Chalkdust and Devon Seale when they participated in the International Calypso Festival in Cahuita, fostered another form of exchange between these calypso colossi in the Caribbean. The participation of other West Indian musicians on the album “100 Years of Calypso: Walter Ferguson”, such as Boulpik from Haiti, The Beachers from Panama or Devon Seale h imself from Trinidad, give continuity to that typical musical interaction of the Caribbean environment t hroughout history.
Walter Ferguson has been named “The Father of Calypso in Costa Rica”, not necessarily because he was the first calypsonian in the country, but because of his great ability to portray reality in his songs and because he became the teacher of several generations of new musicians, who, listening to h is work have understood and learnt what calypso is all about, carrying with honour the title of calypsonian spokesperson for t he people and banner of their culture.
In the context of the pan-Caribbean circle, Ferguson’s work has an important place due to its validity, its relevance, and its close proximity to the traditions, cultural processes, and identities of the region.
The following fragments of songs clearly show how Ferguson seamlessly wove the history and culture of the insular Caribbean into the music that so defined him.
One day I was passing through the baños
I met an outraging Ganja man The fellow was so cantankerous I thought he would have killed
the Calypsonian (bis)
I try to show him I’m not a spy
And neither a Babylon
I’m only passing by I’m only a humble calypsonian (bis) (From the song Babylon)
Anansy playing the fiddle, Tacuma beating the drum
Breda Donkey giving a riddle and breda Monkey drinking the rum (From the song Tacuma and Anansy´s Party)
Numerous local and international awards bestowed
Ferguson is the only Costa Rican artiste included in the Smithsonian Institute Collection. He has received several official recognitions, like the Popular Culture National Prize and the designation of the day of his birth as the National Calypso Day by the government of Costa Rica; the Reca Mora Prize, the highest recognition to a national musician by the Association of Musical Authors and Composers ACAM; and the Doctor Honoris Causa from the National University of Costa Rica. Only two days before his death at the age of 104 years on 25 February 2023, he received the designation of Honorary Citizen by the National Congress of the Republic of Costa Rica.
Ferguson’s songs are framed on Jamaican roots, sung in Caribbean Patois, emulate landscapes (beaches), food (Callaloo), legends and tales (Anansy Stories), magical religious myths (Obeah) and the entire wonderful Caribbean world. This eclectic cultural mix started in 1872 — the beginning of the migration of Jamaicans and other Caribbean islanders looking for work in Central America — that today binds our archipelago of nations in a shared heritage of our people and culture. | JP
The designation of the day of his birth as National Calypso Day by the government of Costa Rica .
“RETURN TO PARADISE” at The Ocean Club Bahamas and create more special memories at this exclusive Caribbean hideaway
The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, is celebrating its recent 60-year anniversary with newly renovated guestrooms and suites in its beautiful Crescent Wing.
Explore all this intimate Caribbean beachside resort has to offer, with the Resort’s “Return to Paradise” fourth-night free offer. With a stunning oceanfront infinity-edge pool, an adult-only pool, and a family pool, plus a stretch of white sand beach, there is ample space to splash and play or simply lounge in the serenity of the balmy, breezy air. The newly updated poolside restaurant, Ocean Blu, is a great spot for all-day dining, while Michelin-starred DUNE by Jean-Georges beckons for a romantic
The Ocean Club’s new signature Stubbs & Wootton loafers, just launched, are offered in a fresh linen and a black evening velvet. The two custom #FSOceanClubStubbs can be purchased on-site at the Resort, or online — the perfect souvenir of your time in the Bahamas.
date night. The pristine beach, dotted with bright blue umbrellas, is a favourite for not only the scenic views, but also for the attentive beachside service. While parents are enjoying relaxation poolside or at The Spa, kids ages 4 to 12 are entertained at the Resort’s complimentary Kids for All Seasons programme, offered daily. With 35 meticulously landscaped acres to discover, guests of the 107-room Resort feel like they’re in their own private oasis. For more information, visit www.fourseasons.com/oceanclub and follow @FSOceanClub on Instagram.
Surrounded by the Commonwealth of Dominica’s Cabrits National Park, the unobtrusive design of this peaceful, hidden away 115-room luxury resort preserves the natural beauty and ecosystem of this stunning, unexplored volcanic island. InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa is committed to protecting the authenticity of this pristine eco-tourism paradise while offering an enriching, contemporary guest experience that strikes a natural balance between land and sea. ihg.com
Baha Mar is celebrating Bahamian history and heritage, with A Sense of Place® in a newly curated afternoon high tea service garnished with Yellow Elder, the national flower of The Bahamas. Set in Rosewood’s elegant Library Lounge, afternoon high tea is served with a variety of savoury and sweet creations, along with a collec-
tion of over 30 loose-leaf teas that allow guests to embark on a restorative journey imbued in the personalised service ethos Rosewood Hotels around the world are known for, inspired by each locale’s culture and spirit of the destination. To make your reservation, please contact bahamar. concierge@rosewoodhotels.com
This oasis of Asian-infused luxury complete with waterfalls, pools, and 300 ft of spectacular beachfront will take your breath away. The ultra-exclusive La Ceiba is more than just a living space with 20,800 sq. ft of impeccably maintained residences - it’s also an entertainment hub with cinema, games room, manicured Croquet / Bocce Ball green, infinity edge pool, lap pool, beach dune hot tub, outdoor kitchen — a Tom Weiskopf championship golf course, and protected private marina for the golfers and sport fishermen. There is no other estate quite like La Ceiba on the market today and coupled with the exclusive membership in The Ocean Club and The Four Seasons Resort, it is simply the best choice for a multi-generational family retreat in The Bahamas. Offering by christiesrealestate.com
Silent Waters Villa, an extraordinary and opulent paradise spanning an expansive 16-acre estate. This unparalleled property unveils a collection of six lavish villas, each exuding timeless elegance and adorned with the finest luxuries, all set against a backdrop of lush tropical gardens and awe-inspiring vistas of t he Caribbean Sea.
Nestled within the breathtaking beauty of Montego Bay, Jamaica, the property boasts a private helipad, allowing for seamless access to this secluded haven from anywhere in the world. Each villa is a masterpiece, featuring exquisite craftsmanship, opulent finishes, and state-of-theart amenities that invites you to unwind in sheer comfort, bathed in an abundance of natural light streaming through floor-to-ceiling windows. Offering by sothebysrealty.com.jm
Casa de Campo in La Romana, Dominican Republic is the epitome of a laidback lifestyle imbued with the pleasures of Country Estate living. For over 50 years discerning residents and multi-generational guests have pursued their passions and hobbies in its laid-back setting, defined by gracious service, warm smiles, and an endless range of world-renowned activities that the ladies and gentlemen of the Resort curate in L’ Art
Casa de Campo elevates its guests’ experiences with the opening of the brand new Premier Club and Suites designed to deliver the most intimate service for discerning patrons in a refined setting.
Report by BANCROFT WILLIAMSWith a ribbon cutting ceremony in April 2023 by the President of the Dominican Republic, the Resort celebrates 50 years of wowing guests with their new u ltra-luxury accommodations in the heart of its extensive sporting and entertainment facilities spread over 7,000 acres of real estate.
Entering the property’s gates, my wife and I were driven down an avenue lined with palm trees, named in honour of King Juan Carlos I, who visited Casa de Campo in 2015. The scale of the property unfolds to Resort guests who are offered golf carts to traverse the Resort’s extensive network of roadways.
Casa de Campo is also home to residents with over 2,400 villas custom built to owners’ specifications, which are also available in the resorts rental pool for visitors to enjoy. Guests can choose from 3 to 12 bedroom luxury homes, which come complete with private pools, Jacuzzis, and your own private maid and butler who cater to your every whim and need.
Sporting sleek modern lines reflecting chic contemporary architecture with neutral tan tones, the Premier Club boasts 24-hour personalised service from check-in to offering complimentary hors d’oeuvres with premium liquors and lounging areas with arresting views of ‘The Teeth of the Dog’ Golf Course, often ranked #1 in the Caribbean
From there my host takes us on a personalised one-minute ride by golf cart to the Premier Suites, reflecting a similar architecture and colour palette to t he Premier Club. Spacious, calming, private, and comfortable — with the latest in technology — are words that define the new Premier Suites, making these sumptuously appointed accommodations a welcomed respite from the world beyond the gates of the
For their most discrete and discerning guests, the Resort’s “spa within a spa” facilities are ideal for VIPs and Bridal Parties . ”
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Top: The new Spa at Casa de Campo features a range of water therapy treatments; Center-L: Relaxing at the Spa; Center-R: Spacious villas for rent are available in the Resort’s rental pool; Below: Luxurious linens and golf course views are hallmarks of the Premier Suites; Right: Villas fronting manicured golf courses with arresting views of the Caribbean Sea abound across the Resort.
Resort and the multitude of activities within. Pouring glasses of Mezcal from the premium liquor selection stocked in our suite, I opened the sliding doors inhaling the sweet earthy smell, while taking in views of the Links Golf Course with its wide fairways giving way to challenging greens.
An early night called for room service using the QR Code provided, to get us settled in for the evening to drift away on the King-sized bed swaddled in silky one thousand thread-count Egyptian cotton linens.
Golfing against scenic backdrops & discovering the most prestigious Marina in Dom Rep
Starting early the following morning we played a round of golf with friends who were staying at a villa fronting the Dye Fore Golf Course which can be described as a one-of-a-kind Pete Dye designed masterpiece with views of the Dominican mountains, the Chavón River, Marina, and Altos de Chavón (a replica of a Mediterranean village). The course boasts twenty-seven holes, 7,740 yards long; seven scenic cliff-side holes dropping three hundred
feet to the Chavón River below; and breathtaking 360 degree views, making it hard for me to keep my eye on the ball. In line with the Resort’s sustainability ethos, paspalum grass is used on golf courses which are watered with brackish water, saving the freshwater resources of La Romana.
Each of Casa de Campo’s three golf courses offers unique challenges in scenic vistas, a treat to golfers new and seasoned in the sport. With the famed Teeth of the Dog being their crown jewel, golfers from around the world have sought to play this bucket list course and take on the challenges of this most renowned of golf courses in the Caribbean.
After lunch at La Caña with its French inspired cuisine, we took a leisurely walk through the boutiques and shops on the 370 slip Marina filled with sailboats, catamarans, and superyachts. With its own Yacht Club and townhouses, it’s the perfect hang out for sports fishermen, yachtees, and sun lovers. Accommodating vessels up to 250 feet and considered the largest destination Marina in the Caribbean, the Marina hosts Bill and Marlin fishing tournaments, and regattas are major events on the calendar of activities which attract hundreds to the docks to cheer on their teams. Passing by SBG Restaurant with its Mediterranean menu and sophisticated vibe, we made d inner reservations for the evening that promised to be a gastronomic delight.
Island Getaways and Clay Shooting
The next morning after breakfast at Largo Restaurant with its sweeping views of ‘The Teeth of the Dog’ Golf Course, we took a 30-minute boat ride from Playa Minitas — the Resort’s main beach — to go over to Catalina Island, with packed lunch in hand. The island’s location keeps both its beaches and Casa de Campo’s beaches free of sargassum, making swimming a treat for the entire family. Catalina Island is famed for its long powder white sand beaches and clear calm waters making it perfect for snorkelers to discover the underwater treasures. Attentive staff set up beach beds and umbrellas while taking drinks orders, which made our stay comfortable and event free. Returning to Playa Minitas in the afternoon we headed to the Shooting Centre located on 245 acres of forested land, with over two hundred stations for trap, skeet and sporting clays, and pigeon rings. There we tried our hand at clay shooting by launchers that simulated the flight pattern of different birds, from quails to grouse, to pheasants. Casa de Campo’s shooting centre
Top: View of the Casa de Campo Marina; Centre -L: Golf carts are a good way to travel around the 7,000 acres Resort; Centre -R: Choose from 3 top golf courses on the Resort to perfect your swing; Bottom-L: Taking aim at clay pigeons at the Resort’s Shooting Centre; Bottom-R: Dining at La Piazzettta in Altos de Chavón.The Dye Fore Golf Course ... a one-of-a-kind designed masterpiece has arresting views of the Dominican mountains, Chavón River, Marina, and Altos de Chavón.
also has a 110 ft. tower that projects sporting clays which is a favourite with advanced shooters honing their precision skills. And for the most rugged of settings, experienced wild game shooters can head to “Rancho Peligro,” a wild bird reserve outside of Casa de Campo where “Driven Shoots” take place.
short drive from Casa de Campo near the city centre of La Romana is the largest handmade cigar factory in the world. Tabacalera de García makes its award-winning cigar brands here that include local names Romeo y Juliet and Montecristo.
In the morning we toured the factory, learning about the tobacco leaves selection process to create r ich flavours that give the over forty million yearly produced premium all handmade cigars here their distinctive bouquets. We marvelled at the skilled cigar makers hand rolling techniques, then the packaging and labelling of premium cigar brands to give them a distinguished presentation and ready for export. We tried our hand at rolling our own cigars, followed by making cigar purchases from the gift shop showcased in locally made cedar
boxes handmade by artisans on property, painted in rich colours and adorned with foil labels and clasps that will make them a keepsake box for years to come.
AThe afternoon we continued our excursion in La Romana to a children’s charity supported by Casa de Campo called PBO Hogar that runs a school (from nursery to 18 years), a medical diagnostic centre attached to the local hospital, and an IT printing office. Serving over 2,000 students with many on a waiting list, it was a heartwarming experience as children shared with us their innovations in the electrical classroom, and put on a fashion show with clothing made from recycled materials. Then we watched hearing impaired children dance for us Dominican folklore ballads to the vibrations they felt from sound box speakers. All memorable experiences filled with the passions and energy of Dominican youths who will be the nation’s leaders of tomorrow.
We ended the day back at Casa de Campo exploring the delights of Altos de Chavón — a recreated 16th century Mediterranean Village set against spectacular views of the Chavón River, which serves as a cultural centre and with perfect cinematic backdrops for movie sets. Its narrow
alleys are filled with artisanal shops, art galleries, museum, boutiques, art studios, restaurants, and a 5,000-capacity amphitheatre that has seen live performances by Frank Sinatra, Elton John, Jul io Iglesia, Gloria Estefan, among many others. Dining in Altos de Chavón that evening after a day filled with activities, we chose La Piazzetta Restaurant that was originally designed by Oscar de la Renta, and has a menu filled with Italian classical dishes.
walk from the new Premier Club. High ceilings, with neutral tones, wafting fragrances, and lulling sounds instilled a sense of cal m and wellbeing. Covering over 18,000 square feet indoor and outdoor space, it has twelve treatment rooms, and pavilions for yoga and other spa services. After my 90-minute massage I dozed off in the ‘relaxation and tranquillity’ lounge with the scent of lavender filling the air. Guests can enjoy a state-of-the-art hydrothermal circuit featuring sauna, steam, a vitality pool, cold plunge, laconium loungers, and an outdoor spa pool. For their most discreet and discerning guests, their “spa within a spa” facilities is ideal for VIPs and Bridal Parties as it boasts features that include, a private entrance, lounge, treatment area, makeup station, dressing area, bathroom, indoor & outdoor showers, a personal vitality pool, private bar, and refreshment area.
The morning at the equestrian centre, offering show jumping, grooming techniques, and rodeos, we chose horses with good dispositions for novice riders. We headed out on a leisurely ride — breaking into a gallop at times — in the surrounding grasslands, trails and polo fields, buffered by newly built villas with commanding views of the Resort and Caribbean Sea in the distance. More experienced riders can enjoy rides through herds of water buffalo, lakes teeming with ducks in local fauna, and the tall grasses of the nearby sugar cane fields.
Horsing
My last day at Casa de Campo saw us hit the clay courts at the Tennis Centre, to take in yet another activity offered at this Resort with so many choices in sports and entertainment for families and friends to enjoy. Inst ructors helped me develop my back hand skills and I was introduced to Padel Tennis played in a doubles match in an enclosed court with balls that bounce less than a tennis ball.
Our doubles competitors were villa owners at Casa de Campo who invited us to join them for lunch at the exclusive members-only La Romana Country Club located on the Resort. This was yet another treat in this incredibly special place in paradise that has captured the hearts and souls of so many residents and guests alike as the ultimate destination to pursue their passions and pastimes.
The afternoon was reserved for a few hours of rejuvenation in the newly built spa, architecturally designed similarly to and a minute’s
Casa de Campo is not resting on its many accolades but is elevating its guests experiences across the board, with the addition of their new Premier Club & Suites hera lding a new five diamond level of comfort and service in a ‘cha mpagne toast’ to the start of yet another 50 years of wowing their guests. | JP
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about sailing around the world, visiting the most remote and beautiful destinations on the planet? Look no further, the Oyster World Rally is an extraordinary circumnavigation unlike any other.
The Oyster World Rally is the voyage of a lifetime, planned and managed entirely by the British luxury yacht manufacturer, Oyster Yachts. An Oyster sailing yacht is regarded as t he world’s finest bluewater sailboat, a liveaboard, luxury sailing yacht designed and engineered for ocean crossings and go-anywhere adventures.
Discover secluded, untouched and stunning destinations as you sail westward from the Caribbean and through the Panama Canal to visit the Galapagos Islands and French Polynesia, before heading down under. From Australia, the fleet sails the Indian Ocean, via Mauritius and countless tropical islands, towards Cape Town in South Africa.
T he fleet crosses the Atlantic for the home stretch, visiting Brazil, Grenada and on to the finish line in Antigua.
T his dream trip has become a reality for over 100 circumnavigators since the rally’s inception in 2013. Prepare yourself to witness dreamy sunsets, sail perfect cruising grounds, enjoy pristine anchorages, encounter native marine wildlife and slide into diverse cultures as you visit the planet’s most remote and untouched destinations, with a fleet of Oyster Yachts at your side. With upwards of 25 Oyster Yachts taking part in each rally, you are surrounded by like-minded, passionate adventurers with whom to share special moments along the way.
T he Oyster World Rally provides a unique opportunity to make a positive impact, partnering with Sea Mercy, Sailors for the Sea and other organisations, to preserve the rally route for future generations. All participants can take part in the many programmes that support local communities and help protect our oceans.
The rally takes Oyster Yacht owners on a fully supported lap of the planet – three oceans, 27,000 nautical miles, and visiting more than 25 destinations over 16 unforgettable months.Oyster 725 Intrepid sailing in Indonesia © Brian Carlin
Slide into diverse cultures as you visit the planet’s most remote and untouched destinations.
An adventure of a lifetime
Spanning 16 months, the Oyster World Rally provides ample time to explore the beauty and charm of each destination. From island paradises to vibrant coastal cities, the rally fleet has the opportunity to explore and engage with local communities, gaining a deeper understanding of the world’s cultures and connecting with traditions and experiences outside of everyday life. Each destination visited unveils the hidden gems and natural wonders that have captivated sailors for centuries, with the added luxury of exploring them aboard the world’s finest luxury bluewater sailing yachts.
Journey highlights include transiting the Panama Canal; stopovers at the UNESCO World Heritage archipelago of the Galapagos Islands, with time to witness diverse plant and animal species including the giant tortoises; and heading through the South Pacific to French Polynesia and the idyllic, tropical paradise of Bora Bora, with iconic overwater bungalows and crystalline waters.
Discover secluded, untouched and stunning destinations as you sail westward from the Caribbean and through the Panama Canal.
Make the most of stunning Indonesia in Gili Gede and the Cocos Keeling Islands, a paradise for water sports enthusiasts, with waters that are beyond blue, before sailing the Agulhas Current and heading around the Cape of Good Hope for Cape Town at the foot of Table Mountain.
Crossing the Southern Atlantic, stopover at Napoleon’s last resting place, St Helena, before getting the party started at the infamous Brazilian Carnival. A slow sail northwards brings you to Grenada, before crossing the finish line in Antigua and crowning yourself an official circumnavigator.
Unrivalled support along the way
Participation in the Oyster World Rally comes with the reassurance of a professional support team throughout your journey. With a legendary After Sales team and a global Rally Support team on hand, the comprehensive support system provides peace of mind from the moment of sign-up. Offering help and advice on everything from choosing the perfect Oyster model for circumnavigation to full training and preparation before setting sail at the start l ine, whether it’s technical assistance, logistical support or sharing invaluable local knowledge, the dedicated team ensures a seamless experience from start to finish and beyond.
The unparalleled support on offer has been a key decision-making factor for many veteran rally circumnavigators. For those with limited sailing experience, the determination to see the world and take the plunge is influenced by the unmatched support available. The Oyster World Rally team offers an extensive training programme on t he lead-up to the start line. With topics including yacht preparation and provisioning, ocean navigation and weather, onboard systems, downwind sailing techniques, safety and survival training and other technical requirements, the rally fleet is fully educated, briefed and prepared to sail around the world before the off.
W hile visiting key stopovers, the Rally Support team meets the fleet at each destination, organising exclusive events and experiences. From cooking classes in Antigua, to dinghy safaris in Fiji, and canoe racing in Tahiti, these group activities are a great way to forge friendships and memories with fellow sailors that are sure to last a lifetime.
The Oyster World Rally 2022-23
On 9th January 2022, His Excellency the Governor-General of Antigua and Barbuda, Sir Rodney Williams, fired the starting cannon for the third Oyster World Rally. 25 Oyster Yachts crossed the starting line, leaving Oyster’s spiritual home at Nelson’s Dockyard to begin their voyage of a lifetime. On 4th April 2023, the fleet crossed the finish line of their 16-month circumnavigation and was welcomed back to Antigua, an inspiring, emotional and memorable moment which marked the conclusion of the Oyster World Rally 2022-23 edition. With the 2024-25 Rally now fully subscribed, the next opportunity to join the Oyster World Rally will be in 2026-27. With so many highlights to see and do enroute, not to mention the sailing itself, the 16 months are sure to pass by in the best possible ways with endless discoveries and adventures.
If you would like to join a future Oyster World Rally, register your interest for the 2026-27 Rally, at www.oysteryachts. com or scan this QR Code.
The Caribbean twin-islands of Antigua and Barbuda is the perfect destination for those looking for sunnier climates, beautiful pristine beaches, countless authentic experiences and friendly people.
English Harbour - the home of Antigua Sailing Week
Famous for its 365 beaches, it is known for much more. It has a vibe — and beach — to suit every person and price point. Antigua and Barbuda offers visitors a quintessential Caribbean experience, featuring candy-coloured villages, along with an island-driven mellowness from engaging locals who’ll greet you with wide smiles.
Lying on the southeast coast of the island is a National Park, a portion of which was designated by UNESCO a World Heritage Site in July 2016 for its collection of Naval structures from the Georgian period that have remained standing for centuries, a number of them remarkably restored.
The prized diamond in the collection is the Antigua Naval Dockyard, known to many on the island as the Nelson’s Dockyard, so named after the famed British Naval Admiral Horatio Nelson. Truth be told Nelson never left his ship while making use of the Antiguan harbour as a place of respite from the war and conquest of colonial powers in the 18th century. But the stories are a part of the unique attraction of the National Park and they are innumerable, an array of versions that surface from the tell-tale signs of Amerindian, English, and Slave populations that occupied this area of Antigua for centuries.
The prized diamond... the Antigua Naval Dockyard... named after the famed British Naval Admiral Horatio Nelson ”
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Today you can visit Nelson’s Dockyard where many of the restored buildings house modern facilities that still reflect the naval heritage. Amazingly, many of those buildings are still serving a purpose eerily similar to the reason for which they were being used centuries ago.
Take for example A&F Sales, a business owned by Franklin Brathwaite, an indigenous Antiguan from English Harbour, a residential yachting community in the National Park. The unshakeable structure bolstered by sturdy beams that have survived time and the unforgiving elements of a tropical destination is the place of work for Brathwaite’s skilled team of sail makers who can be found daily repairing the weather beaten canvasses of ships that drop anchor at the Dockyard marina. It’s not far removed from what took place during the Georgian period when the British Crown struck a deal with the Royal Navy for it to use the Dockyard for the maintenance and repair of its fleet of ships. The scene truly places you into a time capsule and transports you back to the era of European occupation and settlement.
The dockyard is also home to the beautiful English Harbour, where you’ll find countless glorious boats, especially during sailing and yachting season. Antigua and Barbuda is a coveted destination for nautical events and throughout its history has maintained its reputation as one of the premier yachting destinations in the Caribbean. Due to its sheltered harbours, large number of anchorages and abundant natural beauty, the islands present a haven for visitors seeking adventures on the water.
Given the rich history of sailing and yachting in Antigua and Barbuda, it is no wonder that the destination’s packed tourism events calendar offers a plethora of exciting sailing, yachting and racing events for visitors and locals alike. This includes the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, the Royal Oceanic Race Club (RORC) Caribbean 600 race, annual Superyacht Challenge, Oyster Regatta, Antigua Charter Yacht Show and more. Perhaps most well-known is the prestigious Antigua Sailing Week that is often cited as one of the top regattas in the world with 100 yachts, 1,500 participants, and 5,000 spectators on average annually.
Nelson’s Dockyard park is also home to the historic Clarence House — one of the finest examples of 19th century living in the region. Built in 1804 for the Navy Commissioner, Clarence House was designed to impress visiting Admirals, Captains, and royally appointed Governors on their tours of duty. By the 1860s, Clarence House became a location for visiting dignitaries, and for the Governor to escape the heat in St. John’s. Visiting Royals include HM Queen Elizabeth II on her Silver Jubilee, as well as key dignitaries like Winston Churchill, who attended official
The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, the Royal Oceanic Race Club (RORC) Caribbean 600 race, annual Superyacht Challenge, Oyster Regatta, Antigua Charter Yacht Show.
receptions here. Most famously, however, HRH Princess Margaret spent the first night of her honeymoon at Clarence House. The building was severely damaged in a series of hurricanes in the 1990s and was officially turned over to the National Parks for restoration in 2004. Work began in 2012 to restore this historic building with the financial support of avid sailor, Sir Peter Harrison. The restoration was an opportunity to support the stonemason apprenticeship programme in traditional methods and utilised only local woodworkers. Today, Clarence House is immaculately restored and is a museum and events space for weddings and other important functions.
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An exclusive tour of Clarence House will bring to life the allure and the astonishing attention that has been given to every detail in the miraculous restoration of the picturesque landscape and the grand and elegant architecture of the historic landmark as well as the craftsmanship of Antiguan artisans.
A ntigua and Barbuda has plenty to offer visitors, from guided electric bike tours to snorkelling excursions to yoga sessions in nature to Rastafarian tours to perfect conditions for kiteboarding to plenty of hiking trails. The twin-islands have seen a lot of visitor growth in the past few years as more people have discovered the magic of the destination.
Antiguans and Barbudans boast a rich, vibrant culture, shaped by their African heritage, British colonial history, and modern influences. This is evident in a number of ways such as their language, cuisine, architecture, religion, music, sporting interests, their art and festivals to include Antigua’s carnival celebrations.
Visitors to the destination are encouraged to immerse themselves in the local culture – visit their museums, and interpretation centres for a deeper understanding of our people, and maritime heritage. Sample our delicious local cuisine, enjoy the enchanting sounds of our music, dance to the drums, the steelpan, iron band, calypso and soca music. Take in a local cricket match or a game of warri, take a walking tour through our cultural sites, explore the city, our art studios, attend our festivals or just interact with the friendly people within our vibrant communities.
Antigua and Barbuda, is a place filled with centuries of history that could hold you spellbound by its pure intrigue and the well told tales of a bygone era yet still hold you captive by the beauty of its pearly sand beaches or the nightly offerings of restaurant choices and lively entertainment. | JP
Sister’s Robin & Andréa are breaking the rules with their new McBride Sisters Collection Reserve Wines.
The McBride Sisters’ mission was clear from the beginning — to transform the industry, leading by example, and cultivate community, one delicious glass of wine at a time.
Over time, McBride Sisters has grown into the largest Black-owned wine company in the United States. The sisters, Robin and Andréa, began importing wines from New Zealand in 2005 and started making their own wine together in 2009. By spring 2017, the pair were producing wine from their hometowns in Aotearoa (the contemporary
Māori-language name for New Zealand) and California under one label, McBride Sisters Collection.
In 2018, they launched Black Girl Magic Wines, a celebratory wine brand paying homage to women in their family and community, and debuted She Can Wines, a premium canned wine in 2019 on International Women’s Day.
Sip along with Robin & Andréa and introduce yourself to the newest McBride sister’s collection. | JP
MCBRIDE SISTERS COLLECTION SAUVIGNON BLANC, MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND. Generous tropical fruits pair with white flowers and citrus on the nose. Ripe peach and mango aromas play with more exotic fruits like passion fruit and Fuji apple. mcbridesisters.com/reserves
Red Carpet Dressing at 76th Cannes Film Festival.
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Ophély Mézino
Patricia Contreras
Jade Chantelle
Valérie Pavelin
Agatha Maksimova
Sarah Barzyk and Flavy Barla
Ophély Mézino; French West Indies beauty queen. Miss Guadeloupe 2018, 1st Runner Up Miss World 2019 — Miss World Europe 2019. Model, Content Creator. Wearing Christophe Guillarmé strapless maxi dress with boat neckline, purple crinkled tulle ruches, adorned
Patricia Contreras; Mexican-Italian actress. Wearing Christophe Guillarmé strapless maxi dress in iridescent white chiffon applied with lace, decked out by Helena Joy
Jade Chantelle; A multidisciplinary artist. Originally from Martinique. Wearing Christophe Guillarmé long strapless dress, slit in red satin with panels pleated, adorned by Helena Joy, Carmen Steffens sandals.
Valérie Pavelin; Christophe Guillarmé long dress with ruffles in tulle old rose pleated, adorned by Helena Joy, Carmen Steffens clutch, hairstyle, Eros Giuliani, makeup, Elysées Marbeuf
Agatha Maksimova; Russian French actress and model. Wearing Christophe Guillarmé maxi dress asymmetric drape in taffetadark red, adorned by Elsa Lee Paris, Carmen Steffens clutch, hair styled, Eros Giuliani, makeup by Elysées Marbeuf.
Sarah Barzyk (Left); French actress and director. Wearing Christophe Guillarmé long dress fitted in red satin boat neckline embellished with flowers and with train, adorned by Iza-B, Carmen Steffens clutch, styled by Eros Giuliani, makeup by Elysées Marbeuf.
Over the next 5 years make sure to include Antigua Sailing Week in your activities. The week-long event is one of the most prestigious sailing regattas in the world, which takes place annually at Nelson’s Dockyard, a UNESCO world heritage site. www.sailingweek.com
The never-ending pursuit of excellence was all apparent on the final day of racing at the 96th Bacardi Cup and Bacardi Invitational Regatta. Mateusz Kusznierewicz/Bruno Prada did it again. They truly sealed their place in the Bacardi Cup book of legends with four back-to-back conquered victories, 2020, 21, 22, and 23. Come sail with Bacardi in 2024.
ANGUILLA
Four Seasons Resort & Residences
Belmond Cap Juluca
Malliouhana
ANTIGUA
Jumby Bay Island, an Oetker
Collection of Masterpiece Hotels
Tamarind Hills
ARUBA
The Ritz-Carlton Spa
Private Jet Terminal
BAHAMAS
The Ocean Club,
A Four Seasons Resort
The Rosewood, Bahamar
BARBADOS
Cobblers Cove, Relais & Chateaux
Port St. Charles Villas & Marina
Port Ferdinand Luxury Residences
The Fairmont Royal Pavilion
Crane Resort
BERMUDA
Rosewood Bermuda
Rosedon Hotel
Azura Bermuda
BONAIRE
Harbour Village Resort
BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS
Rosewood Little Dix Bay
CAYMAN ISLANDS
The Ritz Carlton, Spa
The Westin Resort Spa
Kimpton Seafire Spa
CUBA
Gran Hotel Manzana
Kempinski, La Habana
CURACAO
Baoase Luxury Resort
Airport VIP Lounge
DOMINICA
(The Commonwealth of)
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits
Resort & Spa, an IHG Hotel
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Eden Roc at Cap Cana, Relais & Chateaux
Tortuga Bay Punta Cana
Resort & Club
Casa de Campo Resort & Villas
GRENADA
Calivgny Island
Mount Cinnamon Resort and Beach Club
Airport VIP Lounge
GUADELOUPE
Hôtel La Toubana
Villas Chez Flo
JAMAICA
Round Hill Hotel & Villas
Half Moon Hotel & Villas
The Cliff Hotel Negril
Island Outpost Properties —
Golden Eye | Strawberry Hill
The Caves
Jamaica Inn
MARTINIQUE
Le Cap Est Lagoon Resort & Spa
La Suite Villas
MEXICO
Rosewood Mayakoba, Cancún
Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa, Cancún
NEVIS
Four Seasons Resort
Montpelier Plantation Inn
PUERTO RICO
Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado Beach Spa
The Plantation Residences, Dorado Beach
Airport VIP Lounge
SABA
Queen’s Garden Resort
ST. BARTHELEMY
Le Guanahani Hotel
Le Toiny, Relais & Chateaux
ST. EUSTATIUS
The Old Gin House
Golden Rock Dive & Nature Resort
ST. KITTS
The Park Hyatt
Kittitian Hill Belle Mont Farm, Boutique Hotel
Airport Private Jet Terminal
ST. LUCIA
Cap Maison Luxury Boutique Hotel
Sugar Beach, A Vice Roy Resort
ST. MARTIN
Belmond La Samanna
ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Mandarin Oriental Pink Sands Club, Canaoun Island
Petit St.Vincent Private Island
Sandy Lane Yacht Club & Residences
TOBAGO
The Villas at Stonehaven
TURKS & CAICOS
The Palms
The Shore Club
US VIRGIN ISLANDS
Ritz-Carlton Destination Club Residences
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The New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) presents a major site-specific exhibition of sculptural and horticultural installations by Carbbean visual artist Ebony G. Patterson, titled …things come to thrive…in the shedding… in the molting…. On view from May 27 through October 22, 2023, the exhibition reflects a deep engagement with the concept of gardens as human-made interventions in nature, shedding new light on the Botanical Garden while providing new pathways for engagement with the natural world. The first visual artist ever to embed within the institution for an immersive residency, Patterson worked directly with NYBG’s gardens and collections to form a new body of work that brings her unique perspective on formal gardens to life within the 250-acre National Historic Landmark landscape. www.nybg.org | JP
‘THINGS COME TO THRIVE… IN THE SHEDDING… IN THE MOLTING… IMAGE GALLERY’Ebony G. Patterson, Visual artist; NYBG Photo.
Stock photo. Not the actual patient
