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Gracing the southern tip of the Cap D’Antibes and embracing the azure depths of the Mediterranean, the Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc is simply without equal. An exclusive sanctuary, created and maintained by true artisans, dedicated to a proud legacy of exemplary hospitality and exquisite perfection. For more than 140 years, the Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc has captivated guests with idealic charm and unforgettable memories to cherish for a lifetime.

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President and Founder of All About Connecting, a Personal Dating, Matchmaker and Relationship Coaching service. Nancy, originally an on-air personality and filmmaker by trade, with a Masters degree, has been mentoring women and men all over the country and the world, transforming people’s relationships - from their relationship with themselves, relationship with their children and family, to romantic relationships and marriage.

Dear Nancy, I am very interested in dating a gentleman I have known for years.

He and I have always just been friends, working together on a few charity boards and seeing him at events.

Any advice on taking it to next level?

- Lonely in Palm Beach Dear Lonely in Palm Beach, Many men and women search high and low to find the love of their life, only to realize sometimes years later, that their perfect partner is actually standing right next to them. I’m always asking my clients what they want most in their soul mate, and the number one answer I hear is “a best friend.” Interesting, statistics state that more than 50% of us do marry our best friend of the opposite sex. My best advice to turning a “friend” into a “lover” is to subtly change your behavior around him. Keep being the great friend you’ve always been, but try to be around him more often and at different times of the day and night. Also, start dressing a little more feminine and sexier in a classy way, start being flirtatious and complimentary and certainly increase your physical touch. Men want a nice, honest woman with a glint of sexiness and a lot of feminine class. What works best is when the turnar ound is subtle enough that a man doesn’t notice; in fact, the smartest woman will make men think it was their idea.

Good Luck!

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Dear Nancy, I’m a 37 year-old successful gentleman who travels quite a bit for my work. Is chivalry dead? I try to open the door for a woman, take her coat, pull out her chair, and stand when she approaches or gets up from the table, as I was taught to do. Instead of my actions being appreciated, the woman I am with usually gives me a weird look or asks me not make such a scene. Is it just me?

-Just Call Me Old Fashioned, London Dear Old Fashioned, No, chivalry is not dead, However, men are challenged these days to know what manners are a bit outdated and what gestures women still appreciate. Most women still love the idea of a man holding a door open for them, especially in cold weather. When entering a cab, don’t forget to not only hold open the door, but make sure her skirt or coat gets tucked inside, rather than stuck in the door. When inside, nowadays, women seem in a hurry and tend to remove their coat on their own. I’ve found what works best for men is to gently offer by asking first, “May I help you with your coat?,” and then waiting for her reply. In fact, nowadays, men do best who ask the lady what she would prefer instead of making assumptions.

Most likely, young woman these days will find it odd for you to stand up whenever she approaches or gets up from the table. However, the older generation will probably all fall in love with you just for that very gesture.

Here’s to Chivalry!

-Nancy

From Palm Beach Today International Publisher and Editor in Chief Maya A. Johnson Graphic Designer Lucia F. Garcia

Phone: 561-758-0247 561-835-6707

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The International Society of Palm Beach

Left to right

Donald Trump Honorary Chairman Hermé de Wyman Miro Gala Chairman Patrick Park Gala Chairman

T

he International Society of Palm Beach was founded by Hermé de Wyman Miro and her husband René de Wyman, with a dedicated purpose to make a difference in the lives of many by giving something back to our community. The Society’s contribution to our community is to give scholarships and grants by supporting the arts, fostering education, furthering medicine research, supporting child welfare, animal welfare and other humanitarian causes.

As the International Society of Palm Beach, “Our Labor of Love”, celebrates another year, I am proud to tell you that the Society has been able to distribute

over millions of dollars in grants and scholarships thanks to the generosity of the Society’s Great Grand Benefactors, Grand Benefactors and Patrons.

This season marks an important and special milestone for the Society. The International Society of Palm Beach’s 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration at the Mar-a-Lago Club. It will be an elegant Black-tie Dinner Dance with music by the famous Alex Donner and his orchestra for your listening and dancing pleasure, exquisite decor created by Bruce Sutka, Mar-a-lago’s beautiful atmosphere and delightful entertainment. There will be no fundraising only the warm glow of giving.

The International Society of Palm Beach’s 30th Anniversary Gala Celebration January 10, 2014 Grand Ballroom Mar-a-Lago, Palm Beach For Reservation Information: Honorary International Chairmen: Chairman: Co-Chairman & Grand Benefactor:

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561-832-4200 Donald & Melania Trump Hermé de Wyman Miro Patrick Park

Founder & Gala Chairman

Gala Chairman

Honorary Chairmen

HermĂŠ de Wyman Miro

Patrick Park

Donald & Melania Trump

Honorary International Chairmen

2014 Gala Honorees

Master of Ceremony

Veronica Atkins Robert & Suzanne Tomsich

Larry & Suzanne DeGeorge Jr. Patrick Park Kathryn Vecellio Lois Pope Robin R. Ganzert Julie Rudolph Jason Brian Ariela Rifkin Janet Levy Daniel Biaggi Connie Frankino Joan G. Rubin Elayne Flamm Dorothy Lappin Jan McArt Suzi Goldsmith John F. Scarpa Debra Tornaben Deborah Schwarzberg Dick & Sally Robinson Vicki Kellogg and Anka Palitz Arlette Gordon & Dr. Elizabeth Bowden Mary Harper President & Robert Owens Chairman of The J.M. Rubin Foundation

Dick Robinson

International Chairmen Rhoda & David Chase Lois Pope Ariela Rifkin Tova Leidesdorf

Honorary Gala Chairmen Dick & Sally Robison Patty Myura Janet & Mark Levy Toni & Robert Kramer Connie Frankino Suzi Goldsmith Mary Harper Maude Cook Chip & Jan Malley Frank & Geri Morrow Robert T. & Janet Owens Lucille Jacobs and Jack Berger

Professional Executives Committee Chairmen Jason Brian Ian Zinn

Corporate Sponsors & Foundations The Park Foundation The Rhoda & David Chase Family Foundation The Richard & Helen DeVos Foundation J.M. Rubin Foundation The Frankino Foundation Autocriket Wells Fargo Bank Eleanor Patterson Reeves Foundation Israel Cancer Association USA Swarovski Corporation by Danna Swarovski Hoffman’s Chocolates WPBT2

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Holiday Celebration Benefiting Camp Boggy Creek Friday, December 6, 2013 | 7:00pm The Residence of Diane and Eric Holm Mrs. Diane (Board Member) & Mr. Eric Holm of Winter Park - The gracious hosts of the Holiday Celebration to benefit Camp Boggy Creek. Their Holiday wish is that every sick child in the state of Florida be given the gift of love and the magical experience of Camp Boggy Creek. Diane’s heartfelt words, “what you give is more than a gift to our kids -- it’s their everything”.

Gift Baskets donated by Mr. & Mrs. Eric Holm.

Ms. Roseann Duran of Jacksonville was the lucky recipient of a customized trip to New Orleans on a private jet with accommodations at the Ritz Carlton in the French Quarter, an exclusive dinner at the Chef ’s table at Revolution, as well as a private tour at a local art gallery.

Contributions that evening exceed $100,000 to help send terminally ill children to Camp Boggy Creek.

Ms. Jackie Boykin, Director of Special Events Camp Boggy Creek with Ms. Leah Miles, Southeast Major Gifts

Jennifer and Chris Tanner with daughter Evie, camper of Boggy Creek. Chris Tanner spoke that evening to over 200 guests about the boundless fun, Camp Boggy Creek has provided for his daughter. Evie was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the age of 3 and has been battling cancer for the past 6 years. He shared his family’s appreciation of Camp Boggy Creek, “Evie is able to spend time with others who are just like her, sharing their life experiences, which serves as a reminder that they are not alone.

She counts the days until she can return to Camp once again”.

The Camp Boggy Creek experience is more than a fun-filled getaway. It helps children and their families to better cope with the day-to-day challenges they face in dealing with serious illness. www.boggycreek.org

Mrs. Wendy & Mr. Hugh Durden (Board Members) of Ponte Vedra Beach

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For more information, to donate or to get involved, contact: Leah Miles at 561-281-1793.

Ms. Roseann Duran of Jacksonville (Board Member) with Mrs. Shelly (Board Member) & Fred Church, Camper Parents of Naples, Florida.

Maya Johnson

June Clark, CEO of Camp Boggy Creek with Mr. Allen Stewart

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WINE DINNER The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC)

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The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC), the world’s first child protection agency, held its annual fall benefit on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at The Metropolitan Club in Manhattan. This year, The NYSPCC’s benefit was their Inaugural Wine Dinner.

The 215 guests, dressed in festive attire, enjoyed an extraordinary menu designed by renowned chef, Jonathan Waxman, of Page 8

Barbuto, and featured excellent wines from the Napa Valley winery, Tournesol. The cocktail hour kicked off the evening with wine tasting tables sponsored by Bespoke, Far Niente, Millbrook Vineyards and Winery, OneHope and Premier Cru Wine Merchants.

David Stack, President of the NYSPCC Board of Directors served as the evening’s emcee. The dinner included a welcome by Executive Director, Dr. Mary L. Pulido.

Chef Waxman delivered remarks on the

specially designed menu and wine pairings.

During dinner, guests heard from Jamie Ritchie, CEO & President of Americas & Asia for Sotheby’s Wine. Mr. Ritchie spoke about the world of wine auctions, and shared his invaluable insight into buying and collecting. He led guests through a lively auction of highly covetable items.

The event raised over $340,000, which benefits The NYSPCC’s Trauma Recovery Program.

Fall Benefit November 19, 2013 • The Metropolitan Club Atmosphere

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Questions for Margrit, the owner of the Salon

Margrit

Interview By Maya Johnson Q: When did you first realize you wanted to become a hair stylist, and where did you start?

A: I realized I would be a hairstylist as a teenager growing up in Germany where I had my training for three years Q: What do you like most about being a stylist?

A: The things I love about being a stylist is making the client look incredibly better then when they walked in. I love to see their expression of happiness when I have finished my work.

Q: What are your most memorable shoots from elite?

A: I have worked on many elite people in my 40 years. Just to mention a few, The Duchess of Windsor, Mrs Astor, Mrs Dupont, Lily Pulitzer, The Kennedys. The elite still frequent the salon to this day and is always an amazing thrill and pleasure to work with them.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: My style is always classic with a touch of elegance for evening which fits perfectly into the “Palm Beach Look� day or night.

Q: Who is your style icon?

A: My style icon is Audrey Hepburn Q: Where do you draw your inspiration?

A: My inspiration comes from within my passion and creativity for this industry. Everyday is a new day and I am inspired always by my surroundings. Also as I travel I gain more inspiration from other areas of the world.

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Q: Have there have been many changes in hair dressing over the years?

A: There have been many changes since I arrived in 1965 in Palm Beach. Hair styles were full of volume and glamour- jewelry adornment in the hair, additional hair pieces (which now we have seen a revival with hair extensions for simpler more chic styles.)

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Kathryn Vecellio and Patrick Park

Geri and Frank Morrow

Sydell Miller and Peter Schuette

Cleveland Clinic Florida Ball Kickoff With Saks Fashion Show and Luncheon Committee members for the 2014 Cleveland Clinic Florida Ball attended an elegant luncheon on Nov. 14 at Saks Fifth Ave. in Palm Beach. The event served as a kickoff to the sixth annual ball, themed Somewhere Over the Rainbow, chaired by Patrick Park and Geri and Frank Morrow. More than 30 guests attended and enjoyed an up-close fist look at Resort 2014 “Best of Saks” fashion show.

Peter Schuette, general manager of Saks Fifth Avenue, a major sponsor of the Cleveland Clinic Florida Ball, along with Jennifer McGreevy, executive director of development at Cleveland Clinic Florida, welcomed guests including this year’s special honoree Kathryn Vecellio; grand honorary chairman Sydell Miller; honorary chairman Hermé de Wyman Miro; and chairmen Patrick Park, Geri and Frank Morrow.

Photo credit to Lucien Capehart Photography

The 2014 Cleveland Clinic Florida Ball will return to The Mar-a-Lago Club on Saturday, February 8. This season’s black-tie and ruby slipper affair promises to once again be an evening of elegance and entertainment to benefit the worldrenowned, not-for-profit medical center located in West Palm Beach, Weston and now Palm Beach Gardens and Parkland.

This season’s exciting lineup of preview events includes an exclusive performance

by The Cleveland Orchestra at The Mar-a-Lago Club on January 22. Recently voted the “world’s favorite orchestra,” the concert will be led by conductor Jahja Ling and feature Rachmaninoff ’s Piano Concerto No. 2 with renowned pianist Lola Astanova and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4.

Fay Klein and DeNeen Thomas For more information, contact the Cleveland Clinic Florida Philanthropy Institute at (561) 804-0264 or email CCFBall@ccf.org

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Blue Lobster roasted in a Coral butter

Member of the Relais & Châteaux since 1970, the hotel offers a gourmet restaurant two Michelin stars since 2010 with restaurant, Le Saint-Martin a Spa with La Prairie signature treatments and undeniable art of hospitality, all designed to offer an exceptional experience.

Yannick Franques, Head chef, awarded by the Michelin guide with two Michelin stars in 2010.

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Brownie McLean, Founder and General Chairman of The Crystal Ball with honored guest Professor Larry Bell, Planning for Mars, University of Houston Texas

Planning for Mars

at the Doubles Club , 783 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 100022 The Annual Crystal Ball was hold at The Doubles Club on Friday, November 15th, 2013 at 7:30p p.m. This is the year of “The Big Celebration” as Our Space Ship “Curiosity” made the Spectacular Landing on Mars last August 2012. We must continue as it is important to be there in the fore front of scientific research. Who knows what mysteries and benefits will be revlealed as we explore our celestial neighbors.

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I hope you will participate in this year’s program to help our generation broaden its frontier and further explore Mars.

Proceeds from this year’s program will benefit the Planning for Mars at the University of Houston, Texas.

Love,

“Brownie”

Founder and General Chairman of The Crystal Ball, Brownie McLean with Robin Plunket

Carol & Monte L.Von Rovekamp with Judy Hatfield

Jan & Chip Malley

Michael A. Menillo with Arlette Gordon

Courtenay Eversole, Theodore Kulkowski, Barbara M. Gilbert

Maya Johnson with Bruce, Concierge & Bruce, Maitre D’ of the Doubles Club

Chase Bruder, Cooper Schmidlapp

Evalyn Reynolds, Joseph McLean Gregory, & Candice Bruder

National Chairman, Camilla Blaffer Royal with John Royal Sr.

Inga Rothenberg, Barbara Lovit

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Happy Thanksgiving

Evening dinner in a wonderful club, Mar-a-Lago, November 27th, 2013.

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The Mar-a-Lago Club Palm Beach, FL

Women, Wealth, Tax and Protecting your Legacy Plan your wealth carefully and then enjoy every day!

Thursday, November 21, 2013 | The Colony Hotel | The Royal Room

SAVE THE DATE “Solving the Neurological Puzzle” Gala

Nancy Plummer, Lexye Aversa, Barbara M. Gilbert, Meg O’Grady, Caroline O. Harless

Champagne Reception - Cocktails Fabulous Dinner - Exciting Live Auction Dance the night away to “Hot Property” (back by popular demand)

Emcee: Michael Williams - News Channel 5 Anchor Chairpersons Janet Levy and Camber Ransom Funds raised will benefit valuable research, education, and clinical care for Stroke, Parkinson’s, MS, Alzheimer’s, ALS,and other Neurological Diseases

Tickets: $600 VIP: $1,000 (limited number available) Call 561-655-2111, email uofmgala@gmail.com or visit UMGala.org for more detail

DANA CARVEY Emmy –award winning comedian Dana Carvey has maintained an illustrious career. While a student at San Francisco State University, he won the San Francisco StandUp Comedy Competition. After graduation and countless club appearances, he became a regular on “Saturday Night Live “in 1986.

Carvey left SNL after seven very successful seasons, establishing his best known characters; The Church Lady, Hans from body building duo Hans and Franz, Grumpy Old Man and Garth, the most Excellent CoHost to Mike Myers in the immensely popular “Wayne’s World”.

In addition to these characters, Dana has received widespread praise for his uncanny comedic impersonations of such political figures as George and George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, H Ross Perot, Ronald Reagan and Barak Obama, as well as Johnny Carson, Andy Rooney, Regis Philbin Casey Kasem as seen on his recent SNL Hosting appearance, his HBO special and on Jay Leno and David Letterman.

In addition to headlining theaters and casino showrooms, Dana is one of the most requested Corporate and Private event comedians.

Women, Wealth, Tax and Protecting Your Legacy, organized by: Barbara M. Gilbert - President & CEO of BMG Wealth, Family Office, Family Foundation and Philanthropic Consulting. Speakers: Barbara M. Gilbert, Caroline Harless, President, Harless & Associates Tax, Concierge, Meghan O’Grady of Diamante Atalier - fancy colored diamonds, Lexye Aversa, President - Professional Touch, VIP Global Travel & Exclusive Events, Nancy Plummer - President, It’s All About Connecting.

The event was held at the Colony Hotel with over 50 people attending.

Barbara Gilbert: Highly regarded for her executive accomplishments in the areas of national and international finance, individual high net worth wealth management, institutional management, and personal and corporate banking with three of the largest wealth banks in the U.S. Phone: 561.215.0592 | Email: barbarmgilbert@gmail.com Meg O’Grady: Diamante Atelier is one of the largest manufacturer and distributors of natural colored diamonds and therefore may extend non inflated pricing of loose diamonds and jewelry to their clients. Colored diamonds are one of the most secure investments one can make if it is made correctly.

They have never had a down quarter. Diamante Atelier works with a variety of budgets and aids their clients in securing the stones.

Phone: 646.321.5981 | Email: meg@diamanteatelier.com Lexye Aversa: President of Professional Touch International.

A professional travel planner and expert in customizing travel arrangements, events, corporate meetings, and charity galas. Lexye Aversa, global guru, is President of Professional Touch International, a worldwide travel planning and special event company that orchestrates upscale travel experiences for individuals and groups, destination weddings, as well as corporate meetings and incentive programs.

Phone: 561.776.1173 | Email: Lex@LexTravelWorld.com Nancy Plummer, M.Ed: President and Founder of All About Connecting, is a Relationship Consultant, originally on-air personality and filmmaker by trade, with a Masters degree. She has been helping women and men all over the country and the world for years, with tremendous success, dare to dream, and then make their dreams become reality, one relationship at a time, as a personal dating consultant, matchmaker and relationship coach.

Phone: 610.425.7781 | Email: allaboutconnecting@gmail.com Caroline O. Harless: General Partner of Harless & Associates, as well as the co-founder, president and CEO of the affiliated financial services firm, Peachtree Capital Corporation. She is a Series 24 Principal, a Registered Investment Advisor and a life, health & disability insurance agent. She is also a winner of the 5 Star Professional award for 2013, which is a select group, representing less than 4 percent of the wealth managers in the Atlanta area.

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Earlier this month, Palm Beach resident Michael Kaplanidis, CPA, opened his second tax service office in The Forum building of West Palm Beach. Together with his wife, Didi Lutz, a strategic marketing executive who assists with growing the business, they operate Water Street Associates that has its roots with a main office in Boston, Mass.

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Banyan Tree Bangkok Hotel

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Luxury 5 Star Resort, Spa in Thailand Experience a sanctuary for the senses at the heart of Bangkok city.

In the sprawling metropolis that is Bangkok, Banyan Tree offers a sanctuary for the senses with unparalleled panoramic cityscapes, elegantly decorated guest rooms, renowned service and the Banyan Tree Club lounge, along with integrated spa facilities.

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Welcome to Banyan Tree Bangkok, in a city that will fire your imagination. The capital of the land of smiles is an eclectic mix of exotic cuisine, stunning temples, river life and of course, its renowned shopping.

Banyan Tree Bangkok awaits you with the legendary hospitality of Thailand, and Banyan Tree service and touches it is known for.

Banyan Tree Bangkok has achieved EarthCheck Bronze Benchmarked in 2013. Read more about EarthCheck, the leading environmental certification agency in the travel sector.

Banyan Tree Bangkok 21/100 South Sathon Road | Sathon, Bangkok 10120 | Thailand Main: +66 2 679 1200 ext. 1225 Fax: +66 2 679 1188 nattaporn.dechpiew@banyantree.com