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FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to the Sport edition of Tempus, our essential guide to the most exhilarating sporting experiences on the planet. Our cover star is Lucas di Grassi, the world champion of Formula E – the most exciting new racing championship to launch in the past decade. With electric motoring at its heart, FE is transforming the world of racing as we know it. But is it enough to take over from its petrol-fuelled competitor, Formula 1? You’ll have to read on to find out. As it’s the start of winter season, we take to the slopes to discover the best the mountains have to offer. From high octane sports such as heli-skiing, to must-see winter escapes cherry-picked by members of the British Olympic alpine ski team, there’s plenty to explore. We’ve collaborated with some excellent people for this edition. In Style, Bulgari’s jewellery creative director Lucia Silvestri gives us an exclusive insight into her magical world, while actor Eddie Redmayne talks us through his favourite timepieces. In Sport, former F1 driver Mark Blundell talks about life after the racetrack, and gives some expert advice on how to turn celebrity into business, while in Culture we speak with Britain’s top sports artist Ben Mosley. As it’s almost Christmas, we present our ultimate gift guide, created with the man or woman who has everything in mind. If you’ve still got cash to blow after the big day, head to Smart Living to discover the most opulent ski chalets on the market, and how to decorate them. Then, whether you’re heading out or staying in this season, we’ve got something for you. From seasonal sips for festive parties at home to the best New Year’s Eve events in the world, we’ve got you covered. Finally, to celebrate our winter edition and the launch of our new website, tempusmagazine.co.uk, we’re throwing an exclusive Christmas party at London’s Rumpus Room on 7 December – and you’re all invited. If we don’t see you there, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Italy-based fashion and lifestyle editor Paolo collaborates with magazines such as L’Officiel Italia and Vogue Japan. Discover his exclusive interview with Bulgari’s Lucia Silvestri on page 54.
For 20 years, motoring journalist Kyle has driven pretty much every vehicle under the sun and called it work. Read all about his latest adventure, driving a Mercedes-Benz GLE on ice, on page 62.
As author of books including The Ultimate Ski Book and The Stylish Life of Skiing, ski expert Gabriella was the perfect person to pen our article on the extreme sport of heliskiing (page 22).
Editor of skiing magazine Fall-Line, Nicola presents an incredibly stylish guide to what to wear on the slopes this season. Discover her work, and her expert tips, on page 50.
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CONTENTS
Sport 12 The luxe list This month’s most exciting new launches 16 How to do winter like a pro Not your usual winter guide 22 Climb every mountain Discovering the incredible sport of heli-skiing 26 Breaking new ground Exploring the rise of electric motoring 34 After the finish line What F1 drivers do after they retire 38 This sporting life High-end sports clubs and gyms in London
Style 44 Time to shine The newest sports watches on the market 50 Slope style Combine practicality with style this ski season 54 The jewel in the crown The woman behind Bulgar's stunning collections
Move 62 Northern exposure Driving Canada’s famous ice road 66 Home sweet home Step aboard the silent dark horse of yacht building 70 Catch me if you can Test driving one of the powerboats in the world 72 Rocket man A sneak preview of astronaut Tim Peake’s new book
Escape 78 Let it snow Team GP unveil their favourite winter escapes 84 Arabian nights Discovering the new new Dubai
Indulge 90 Seasonal sipping What to drink this Christmas 92 All we want for christmas The essential festive gift guide 100 Light it up The most-visit cigar lounges in London
Culture 106 Deck the halls How Christmas trees have become works of art 110 Start with a bang The best NYE parties on the planet 118 Sporting spirit In the studio with Britain’s top sports artist
Smart living 124 Chic chalets Stunning ski homes in year-round resorts 130 Up the ante Incredible interiors for your home
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The LUXE LIST Our essential guide to the month’s most exciting new launches and finest seasonal must-haves
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Hydra by Gray Design With its newest launch, Swedish manufacturer Gray Design ensures that you’ll never have to worry about your car failing to match your boat again. The Hydra collection is fully electric and features a car, boat and motorbike, designed with cutting edge technology and distinctive wooden panelling. The stylish trio can be yours for £9m, while the car alone is priced at a cool £800,000. graydesign.se
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2 Tea with a twist London’s Dukes hotel has put a festive spin on the afternoon tea served in its beautiful, Art Decostyle GBR restaurant. The luxury hotel – known for mixing some of the best martinis in the city – is adding smoked turkey sandwiches (with cranberry mayo) as well as Christmassy cakes such as fresh gingerbread, plus cranberry and apricot scones, to go alongside its more traditional tea accompaniments. Tempus gave it a test-run recently and can confirm it’s a seasonal smash hit. dukeshotel.com
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Foil Skis Oro-Nero
Take style to the slopes by investing in these solid gold skis from Italian manufacturer Foil Skis. Arguably the most opulent skis in existence, the $50,000 (£38,000) Oro-Nero skis are made from 8,000-year-old bog oak and fitted with 14-carat gold bindings and inlays. And if that wasn’t glam enough, the poles are gold, too. Adding a final touch of elegance, customers will also receive a monogrammed leather bag to protect their new equipment. foilskis.com
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Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Moon Phase and Power Reserve Small Model A poetic addition to Vacheron Constantin’s women’s collection, the Traditionnelle Moon Phase and Power Reserve Small Model is a sparkling example of sophisticated watchmaking. A gift that’s both beautiful and smart, the manual-wound £35,700 timepiece features the brand’s famous moon phase mechanism, which is highly precise and only needs to be adjusted once every 122 years. vacheron-constantin.com
Graham’s Ne Oublie 1882 Port is a traditional festive beverage and Graham’s Ne Oublie 1882 is one of the best on the market. The exquisite aged wine is full bodied with a dense medium-sweet taste, a deep oloroso sherry colour and a distinctive fragrance that packs a powerful punch. It’s bottled in crystal decanters that are numbered one to 656 and presented in beautiful handcrafted fine leather boxes by British brand Smythson of Bond Street. With a price tag of around £5,000, it’s a real Christmas treat. neoublie.grahams-port.com
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No.1 Grosvenor Square Taking the number one spot on the historic Grosvenor Square, this luxury residence is set to be one of the most exclusive in London when it opens in late 2019. A highlight of the square’s development, this restored neo-Georgian building will comprise 39 apartments, five bespoke duplexes, a restaurant, and a host of residents-only facilities including a stateof-the-art gym and pool, a spa, a library and more. Prices start from £8m for a two-bedroom apartment and will go fast, so consider buying off-plan. 1gsq.com
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Neiman Marcus’ 2017 Fantasy Gifts If you’re looking to impress at Christmas, Neiman Marcus’s Christmas ‘fantasy gifts’ book should be your first port of call. Every year, the high-end retailer unveils an incredible selection of out-of-this world exclusive Christmas gifts and experiences, and its 2017 offering is incredible. This year’s selection includes Audemars Piguet array Diamond Outrage an extravagant of money-can’t-buy options from ‘his and hers’ Rolls-Royce Limited Edition Dawns and bespoke Olympia L-Tan handbags, to a £1.6m private NYE rooftop party for 300 people in Times Square.
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Pines and Needles Christmas is one of the most magical times of the year, but it’s also one of the most stressful, particularly when it comes to decorating your home. Nathan Rous has been helping Londoners bring festive spirit to their homes for many years with bespoke decorated trees. Take the pressure off by ordering a tailormade tree from Pines and Needles and relax safe in the knowledge that it’ll be delivered, set up and decorated faster than you can whip up a batch of mulled wine. pinesandneedles.com
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MB&F Octopod Octopod is the accessory that nobody knew they wanted – until now. The latest horological machine from MB&F, in partnership with Swiss manufacturer L’Epée, Octopod is an eight-legged, eight-day clock like no other. The articulated legs can be positioned standing or extended, while the 360-degree rotating timekeeper appears to float in mid-air inside a spherical ‘head’. Retailing for £33,500, it’s an instant conversation starter for your home or office.
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McLaren New Ultimate Series While details are scarce and its name is yet to be revealed, (the code name is apparently ‘P15’) there’s already a buzz surrounded McLaren’s newest vehicle. Set to join the Ultimate Series, which comprises the McLaren P1 and McLaren P1 GTR, more details will be revealed on 10 December. For now, all we know is that it will be the most extreme, trackconcentrated road car McLaren has ever designed. Picture in your mind the ultimate track car and place it on the road, add a touch of “brutal” design, and you’re half way there. mclaren.com
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How to do winter like a
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From World Cup race courses and Olympic biathlon tracks to death-defying toboggan runs and ski jumping masterclasses, here are seven incredible winter sports experiences that’ll make you feel like a professional athlete Words: Mary Creighton
Have your ‘Eddie The Eagle’ moment in Calgary
Learn to ski jump Introducing a winter sport that makes mass downhill races, ice-lined toboggan runs and Olympic ski runs look like child’s play – ski jumping. Indeed, it’s rare that mere mortals get the opportunity to chuck themselves off 60m jumps, let alone summon up the courage to actually do so. But here’s your chance: Eddie “The Eagle” Edwards is offering ski jumping lessons in Calgary — the same city in which he leaped to fame during the 1988 Olympics — as part of a sevennight Canadian ski trip (£3,295pp including flights) this winter.
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Here’s a sport that combines skill and accuracy with fitness and technique: Biathlon. Armed with a rifle, athletes glide along cross-country tracks as fast as they can, before shooting at targets. For amateurs, it’s an ideal way to stay fit while taking in stunning mountain scenes. Try it at Mt Hoevenberg, in New York. Its trails and Biathlon Range were built especially for the 1980 Lake Placid Winter Olympics and it still boasts some of the finest facilities in the world. Beginner Biathlon packages start at $55 (£42) and will have you shooting like an Olympian in no time. mtvanhoevenberg.com
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Experience the Streif For downhill ski racers, the Streif is the pinnacle of the World Cup calendar. Every January, the world’s best skiers hurtle down the Hahnenkamm mountain above Kitzbühel, Austria, in about two minutes flat. Considered one of the most testing courses in the world, the Streif takes in tight turns, 85-degree jumps and terrifying steep sections, while its shady location means skiers have to deal with both icy conditions and flat light. Once the race is over in late January, the Streif is open to all, giving even intermediate skiers a taste of this testing run. »
Race the Inferno The Swiss resort of Mürren has long been a bastion of the skiing elite. It was here that Alpine skiing advocate Sir Arnold Lunn spent his winters, founding the prestigious Kandahar Ski Club in 1924. Today, it’s home to the largest amateur ski race in the world, the Inferno. Every year, 1850 skiers race 14.9km down from the Kleines Schilthorn to the valley town of Lauterbrunnen, taking in nail-biting steeps, long schusses and exhausting skating sections. The best complete it in less than 15 minutes, although anything under 45 minutes is respectable. The event itself is open to anybody, but early booking is very much advised.
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Feel the rhythm The concept of bobsleigh is pretty simple – shoot down an ice-covered track in a rocket-shaped metal sled in as little time as possible. But the sheer lack of tracks (there are only 17 worldwide) keeps it a fiercely exclusive hobby. The Olympic track above Innsbruck in Austria, is one of the few places keen amateurs can try it out. Promising speeds of up to 115 km/h and terrifying bends, passengers sit between a pilot and brakeman for 60 seconds of prostyle sledding. www.olympiaworld.at
Master curling Curling might not offer the same kind of high adrenalin kicks as ski jumping or bobsleigh, but anyone who has seen Olympians battle it out for hours on the ice will know it involves heroic amounts of skill, strategy, accuracy and teamwork. What’s more, it’s one of the few winter sports that can be learned (and hopefully mastered) in the UK. Indeed, the sport was invented in Scotland, which is still home to some 150 curling clubs. Edinburgh Curling Club, next to Murrayfield Stadium, offers two-hour taster sessions for £10.
Fly down the Cresta Tobogganing doesn’t exactly conjure up images of daredevil athletes, but St Moritz’s Cresta will test the nerves of even the most seasoned riders. No fewer than five men have died while attempting the world’s oldest tobogganing run, which was first used in 1884. Carved out of ice, the Cresta twists and turns 1,215m down the mountainside, giving riders no choice but to embrace 60mph speeds. Administered by the staunchly traditional St Moritz Tobogganing Club, every first-timer must receive an introduction from the Secretary. Women have been banned from riding it since 1929.
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every MOUNTAIN Nearly 55 years after the first commercial heliskiing trip, helicopter-assisted backcountry skiing remains every bit as thrilling, frivolous and addictive as ever, enabling us to ski the most remote and beautiful pockets of the world Words: Gabriella Le Breton
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f, as they say, yachting is like standing in a cold shower and tearing up $100 bills, heliskiing could be likened to tearing them up while standing in the freezer. However once you’ve tasted the sheer joy of floating through waist-deep snow, bouncing off bottomless powder pillows and between snowcloaked trees, you too will be in thrall to what some skiers call “the rapture of the deep.” Since its earliest incarnation in 1963, heliskiing has offered a heady mix of excitement, adventure and camaraderie set against the serene majesty of pristine winterscapes. We have Hans Gmoser to thank for a world in which helicopters provide the means to feed our addiction to untracked powder: Gmoser founded Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH) and pioneered helicopter-assisted offpiste skiing in the 60s. CMH remains the world’s largest helisking operation today, still striving towards Gmoser’s original aim: “to manifest our desires to explore the distant, the new, the unknown; to be adventurers, to be able to throw back the shackles of our physical limitations and to go wherever our fancy urges us to go.” However, today’s overall experience is markedly different, with accommodation in plush lodges with spas, wine cellars and private cinemas rather than basic mountain huts. Technological advances have resulted in safer, larger, faster and more agile helicopters and have given skiers added security in the form of avalanche safety equipment and mobile communications. Heliskiing has subsequently opened a world of opportunity for intrepid travellers. You can ski the Atlas mountains from a sundappled Marrakech riad, fly from the rooftop of the W Santiago to lap virgin peaks in the Andes, or bag first descents in Antarctica from the superyacht Cloudbreak – which comes with a custom helicopter, ski room and fireplace. You don’t even have to be a pro skier to take part, as less experienced skiers can start with a single heli-drop or a day on gentle, gladed terrain. While each of these adventures delivers distinct ski and cultural experiences, heliski days across the globe share some commonalities. A daily safety briefing is a given, with information provided about avalanche safety kit, the local terrain, snow and weather conditions. Contrary to belief borne of extreme ski films, skiers do not leap out of the helicopter onto precipitous ledges but are deposited, with knife-edge precision, on safe spots. After a helihuddle, kneeling down together in the snow as the chopper takes off, the silence of the mountains descends, you clip into your skis and enjoy the best powder run of your life. And repeat, all day, all week long. The number of runs in a day depends on each group’s ability and the terrain – greater vertical descent translates into fewer but longer single runs. Veteran heliskiers typically log their “vert” (vertical descent), which can range from 3,000-16,000 metres per day. And, although heli-guides jokingly refer to “heli-belly”, blaming a slight paunch on the relatively effortless nature of heliskiing, even strong skiers will find a full day’s heliskiing hard work. If incentive is required to work on your fitness before signing up to a heliski trip, CMH famously gives its clients a celebratory ski suit each time they clock up a million vertical metres.
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EXPLORE THE DISTANT, THE NEW, THE UNKNOWN; TO BE ADVENTURERS, TO BE ABLE TO
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THE ULTIMATE BUCKET LIST Life in the snow
The world is your heliski oyster but here are a few top destinations for your bucket list.
Heliski expert Flory Kern on life as an expedition guide.
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Tempus: How long have you been skiing? Flory Kern: I was born on Christmas Day, 1969 and was skiing almost before I could walk, so nearly 50 years now! Have you always loved off-piste skiing? I actually competed in slalom and moguls for several years, reaching World Cup level in my 20s, but competing actually made me crave the freedom of off-piste skiing. So I spent eight winters in Chamonix, always skiing on the outer edges as I tackled some of the most extreme faces there. Tell us about your work as a heliski expedition guide. I founded Flory Kern Ski Berge Abenteuer in 1998 together with some fellow qualified mountain and ski guides. I’m always on the lookout for new heliski destinations, forever fascinated by the endless possibilities of this sport. It’s given me the opportunity to stand on 6,000m peaks in the Andes and ski the Himalayas – unforgettable adventures I’ve shared with customers new and old. For more information and to book a guided tour, visit flory-kern.de
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The spiritual home of heliskiing, BC is hard to beat for its consistent snowfall, weather and terrain.
Kamchatka, Russia Whether you’re flying over fire-ringed volcanoes or skiing down a volcano to a frozen beach, Kamchatka delivers wild, untamed skiing.
The Arctic Circle Few things equal skiing virgin powder bowls down to dramatic fjords beneath the midnight sun in Swedish Lapland or Iceland.
Iran The hot new thing on the heliskiing scene, Iran offers a remarkable cultural experience and thigh-burningly long descents on the towering mountains of Alborz.
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GROUND From Grand Prix to ePrix, Formula E is taking electric motor racing mainstream. But how does it fare next to its petrol-fuelled competitor? Tempus explores the rise and rise of the world’s fastest growing motor sport Words: Rachel Ingram
FE champion Lucas di Grassi promoting electric racing in the arctic tundra of Greenland
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ormula 1 is said to be the most tenable sport in the world, due to its incredible financial backing, but where it’s prosperous for the accounts of its bankrollers, it has the opposite effect for the environment. F1 cars pump out petrol fumes at a rate of knots, consuming fuel at up to 100kg/hour (anything above and drivers are disqualified – the fact that there has to be a maximum limit speaks volumes). For a long time, critics have been looking for an alternative solution to continue enjoying racing, without the side effects. This is where Formula E comes in. Known as the ‘electric F1’, FE is a class of racing that only uses electric powered zero-emission cars. A fantastic showcase of new motoring technologies, without the environmental impact of its competitor, this game-changing championship is changing the way that the world sees motor racing. But how does it stand up against the giant that is F1? Key factors that attract fans to F1 are the noise and speed of its cars – two elements that FE cars can’t quite match. F1 cars can reach up to 370km/h while FE cars max out at 225km/k. Saying that, there’s still plenty of excitement in electric racing. The cars, for instance, are more responsive in their
handling, meaning that the tracks can be made fiercer and tighter, and the danger is just as real. In the three years since its launch, FE has grown with unimaginable speed. Following the inaugural race in Beijing in 2014, the championship has expanded to include 10 cities – Beijing, Putrajaya, Punta del Este, Buenos Aires, Miami, Long Beach, Monaco, Berlin, Moscow and London – and 10 teams. By 2019, this number is set to rise to 13 teams and counting. In March of this year, nine manufacturers were accepted for the FE for the 2018-21 period, including DS Virgin Racing, Audi Sport ABT Schaeffler, MS & AD Andretti, Dragon Racing, Panasonic Jaguar Racing, Mahindra Racing, NIO, Techeetah and Venturi. Since then, organisers have had to expand this list further to include newcomers BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche and Nissan, who’ll join in the fifth or sixth season. It’s not just car brands who are getting excited. The sport has some excellent backers in the royal, celebrity and business worlds. Some of the most famous faces backing the sport include HSH Prince Albert of Monaco, Leonardo DiCaprio and Sir Richard Branson, who even has his own team. “We spend a lot of time these days looking to a world that will be carbon neutral by 2050, and
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unless you have sports like FE – we’ll never get there,” said Branson. “It’s a tremendously exciting aim and FE will continue to help pioneer future technologies, which will be used on normal road cars. I hope in under a decade the smell of exhausts from cars will be a thing of the past, as much as the smell of cigarettes in restaurants today.” Interestingly, the rise of FE has pushed F1 teams to re-evaluate their strategies, particularly when it comes to energy efficiency. Mercedes, for example, created the W07 Hybrid for Lewis Hamilton’s 2016 championship, where he came in at second place behind Nico Rosberg. While he didn’t win, the car will go down in history as one of the manufacturer’s most efficient, and successful, cars to date. While electric racing is certainly a sport that environmental campaignists can get on board with, the question remains – is the draw of electric motor racing enough to take crowds, and sponsors, away from F1? Can FE, in time, even become the new F1? Will it eventually take over from its petrol-fuelled competitor? To answer some of these questions, we speak with Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of Formula E, and Lucas di Grassi, winner of the 2016-2017 FIA Formula E Championship. »
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The faces of Formula E The who’s who of motorsport’s most exciting new championship
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Sébastien Buemi Alejandro Agag As founder of the Formula E Championships and CEO of Formula E Holdings, Agag is the Bernie Ecclestone of FE. The Spanish businessman and former politician (he was the youngest member of the European Parliament) has a great passion for motorsports and the development of new technologies. So far, he has set up FE races in 10 cities around the world.
Buemi is number two on the leader board for the 2016/17 FE season, and winner of the 2015/16 championship The Swiss driver, who formerly competed in F1 for Scuderia Toro Rosso, has his fingers in a number of pies. He’s part of the E.Dams Renault team in FE, the Toyota team in the FIA World Endurance Championship, and is also a reserve driver for Red Bull Racing.
Bringing some feminine charm to the pit lane, Shields is an award-winning British motoring presenter who’s best known as the host presenter and pit-lane reporter for ITV’s FIA Formula E Championship. She’s also anchor for two CNN Shows, Supercharged and Going Green, and regularly presents at motorsport events around the world, including the illustrious Goodwood Festival of Speed. nickishields.com
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Lucas di Grassi Winner of the 2016/17 championship, Di Grassi is the current world champion of FE. He races for Audi Sport ABT and was the first racing driver in history win an FE race, at the 2014 Beijing ePrix. While he’s now one of the sport’s biggest advocates, before joining the world of electric racing he cut his teeth as a F1 driver for Virgin Racing, following success in the GP2 Series and the FIA World Endurance Championship.
Sam Bird Bird is Britain’s top FE driver. He entered single seater in the Formula BMW category, before making his way through Formula Renault, Formula Three, GP2 Series, Formula Renault 3.5, Le Mans and the FIA World Endurance (which he still competes in), before joining FE for the 2014/15 season. He finished in 4th place in 2016/17, competing with DS Virgin Racing. sambird.com
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British billionaire Branson is one of FE’s greatest public supporters. As well as being a fan of the sport, the Virgin Group founder owns a team, DS Virgin Racing, which is currently headed up by drivers Sam Bird, José María López and Alex Lynn. The businessman has also sat behind the wheel himself, even putting himself forward as his team’s reserve driver for the New York City ePrix in July. virgin.com
Tempus: How did the sport of electric racing first come about?
also better for the planet and for the economy. Electric motoring will also make the quality of life better for people in cities, so the whole message is really positive. I try to dedicate some of my time to business outside of racing and all the companies I invest in have to have the same philosophy on how we move humanity, society and technology forward in this direction.
Lucas di Grassi: Only few years ago, it was not the consensus of the industry that mobility was going to go to electric. It could have gone to hydrogen or hybrid. Nobody was sure whether batteries were going to be cheap or what the real benefit of electric cars was. It was probably Tesla that stepped up as an industry leader, pushing its boundaries. As soon as I drove my first electric car in 2010, I knew it was clear from a driving point of view, and from a physics perspective, that the industry was going to go to electric because it was so much more efficient. The environmental aspect of electric motoring is a plus, but that’s not the only reason everything is switching to electric. Alejandro, what inspired you to launch the FE championships? Alejandro Agag: For many years, I was involved in normal racing with combustion cars in F2 and F1, and I tell you, we were in need for a new motor sport that would be more relevant to the worries of the people and the challenges of the planet, a championship that could address the issues of pollution with technology and champion change. A ‘‘green motor sport’, you could say. I saw the need for that, so that's when myself and two friends started this project. How relevant is FE, compared to F1, in the modern world of motor racing? Agag: I love the speed and noise of F1 but, like horse racing, it is something from the past. The combustion engine is the past, the future is in electric. F1 won’t lose any of its appeal, like horse racing didn’t lose any of its appeal when cars first started coming out. But in the future, all the cars in the world will be electric, so FE will become the most relevant championship. Di Grassi: I cannot disagree that F1 is number one, but FE is exciting because it’s something that motor sport did not expect to happen. It is very dynamic. It’s like a very cool tech start-up, coming along with a positive message. It is one of the only sports in the world that promotes a change towards a better environment, a better future. It’s been very interesting being there from the very beginning up to now. Does a FE car differ to a F1 car? Di Grassi: The F1 car has much more horsepower, grip and the tyres are wider, but at the same time, the tracks are made for those types of cars – they are big, wide and have run off areas. FE cars have less horsepower and they’re heavier and slower, but the tracks are mega narrow. We raced in Battersea Park recently – F1 cars couldn’t go around Battersea Park as they’d get stuck in the middle of the road. In essence, it’s a different challenge but the skills are proportional. For example, a plane flies at 900mph, but it looks slow because you have no
Agag: For me, it is important for the success of FE. We think that we are doing something good for society but in fact it is what we like, it's fun, but at the same time, when the whole world goes electric we’ll have a better world. With zero emissions, we’ll have a cleaner world, we’ll have cleaner people, we’ll be happier, and we’ll be having fun at the same time. That's pretty cool.
LEONARDO DICAPRIO HAS
BEEN WITH US FROM THE BEGINNING. HE’S VERY COMMITTED TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL CAUSE
So, while zero emissions are fantastic for the planet, electricity takes a lot of power to charge up these cars. What exactly is the impact of charging an electic car? Agag: Obviously, you have to resolve both sides of the equation, the upstream and downstream between how you generate the power and how you use the power, so electric cars only show one side of the equation, how you use the power. How you create the power has to be resolved by focusing on the downstream. For many people, the only solution for that is renewable energy, until we discover nuclear fusion. But in the meantime, I believe we should use solar and wind power. What have been the biggest challenges to overcome while developing FE?
point of reference, so speed is proportional to the tracks you race. If you put a FE car on an F1 track like Silverstone it would be mega boring, likewise if you put an F1 car on a FE track it wouldn’t run. Each car is different.
Di Grassi: Technology and people’s perceptions. Some people thought an electric car was a golf cart or a G-Wiz. It was not thought of as something premium or quick, so developing a racing category which could be exciting and change peoples’ perceptions of the industry Which do you prefer driving? was a challenge. Now, FE has evolved so much in three years. We have double the number of Di Grassi: Prefer? I prefer winning. F1, FE, Le manufacturers that F1 has. Mans... for us, each of them is a game of precision. It’s more about technique now that cars are so How does it feel getting interest from the safe. It’s not about risk any more, like it was back in likes of Mercedes, Porsche and Audi? the 1970s and 1960s when safety and technology wasn’t really there and if you crashed you die. Agag: It's good news for FE but it is also good Now, in F1 and FE, there aren’t really any big risk news for the rest of the world. These companies factors. It’s mainly about the technique of how to are not coming because it's FE, they are coming drive fast and how to use all the components on because they are going electric and the fact these the car in the best way possible. It’s very similar companies are going electric means a lot for the how you drive a F1 car and a FE. planet. We are riding a wave. We were there at the beginning and now the whole movement Is the environmental impact of zero has overtaken us. We are just riding that huge emission racing important to you on a revolution to electric. personal level? Di Grassi: Yes, I like the sustainability aspect of electric motoring. It’s economically and society friendly, and that’s how I believe companies should operate. What I like about FE is that it’s is not only about hugging trees, it’s about technology, too. The technology that we are promoting is exciting and at the same time, it’s
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Di Grassi: The UK market announced that by 2040 there will be no more sales of combustion cars. What do you do with the technology? What do with engineers? That’s when all the manufacturers realised they have to go fully electric and the only category they can continue to race in and keep up their brand awareness is FE. It’s gone from zero to hero in three years. »
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You also have some big-name supporters behind you... Agag: We’ve had some very relevant people support the championship from the beginning. We have Sir Richard Branson, he’s had a very good team with Virgin from the start. Leonardo DiCaprio has been with us from the beginning. He’s very committed to the environmental cause. Alain Prost, a former F1 world champion, is one of the team owners. We have a really great group of people supporting us. Close your ears for this one, Lucas. Alejandro, do you see Lucas becoming the Lewis Hamilton of FE?
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CAR IN THE WORLD WILL BE ELECTRIC ONE DAY. FORMULA E IS JUST AN INSTRUMENT OF THAT. IF THE CHAMPIONSHIP CAN PLAY A ROLE IN MAKING THAT HAPPEN, THAT’S ENOUGH
Agag: Lucas is a fantastic driver. He is a lot like a renaissance driver – he is a driver, an engineer and a philosopher all in one. He is quite a special guy. But the good thing with FE is that the competitive field is so tight that it would be tough for Lucas to win another championship. FE is a lot more open than F1 because the cars make a lot less difference, so the drivers have a lot better chance to win. We have four or five guys who are very close in skill level, so we often have many different race winners throughout the championship. It is definitely easier to have fights at the top level, normally decades as you need to change the infrastructure and the manufacturing process. which makes the last race very competitive. You also have to develop and test the technology Have you had any interest from any F1 in different countries with different regulations. It is a huge cultural shift. However it was quite drivers interested in coming over to FE? smooth because the change to electric was Agag: Yes, 11 or so of our drivers have F1 actually happening in parallel with FE. The fact experience. Many have also won 24 Hours of we went from one manufacturer per year to nine Le Mans and we have drivers coming from in three years shows how quickly electric cars DTM. We have a very high level of drivers in the are being adapted. This is partly thanks to Tesla, which generated a lot of enthusiasm on electric championship, so we get a lot of interest. cars, and partly because governments have Lucas, when you first got involved did you offered incentives to have electric cars. have any idea if it was going to become as What is your overall ambition? big as it is? Di Grassi: No, not so quickly, anyway. The Di Grassi: FE now has to grow from a start-up timeframe of a change of this magnitude is sensation to a mature company and establish itself as a brand with manufacturers without losing any of its ‘wow’ factor. It has to evolve and improve every year. It is difficult to forecast how FE will look in the next five years, but I’d like to see it become not only a motorsport event but also a technology event. Agag: My ambition is that every car in the world will be electric one day. FE is just an instrument of that. If the championship can play a role in making that happen, that's enough. fiaformulae.com
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Lucas di Grassi after winning the ePrix
From the other side Formula 2 driver for DAMS racing, Oliver Rowland, shares his thoughts on the rise of Formula E Tempus: What do you think will always keep people interested in F1? Oliver Rowland: I think obviously you’ve always got massive performance with F1 in terms of aerodynamics, the power, the noise, the tyres, the electronics, the hybrid systems now. I think it is at the pinnacle of car technology and that’s something that will keep people interested in the sport. And obviously, it’s also pretty interesting to watch the best drivers in the world competing. I think that’s what brings most people to the sport – it’s the pinnacle for the drivers as well. What’s your opinion on the rise of electric motor racing? Over the last few years it’s grown massively and attracted a lot more manufacturers. Car technology is progressing and it’s important for all the manufacturers to show their product on the world stage of electric racing. With that comes budget and financial backing, and I think that works, especially for a lot of teams. It also attracts the best drivers in the world – you quite often see people who didn’t quite make it in F1 switch over to FE to try and pursue a career there. I think it’s pretty interesting. Is FE something you’d be interested in moving into in the future? You always have to be pretty open minded in motorsport because nothing’s easy to get into. A couple of years ago, I raced in the second season of FE so I’ve got a little bit of experience. If things didn’t quite go the way I want them to in F1, it would certainly be an avenue I’d be interested in looking at and going into later on in my career. Considering the sudden rise in popularity of FE, where do you see the future of F1? I think F1 will always be the biggest and the best as they have such a big infrastructure. FE is only just getting going, so I can’t quite see it taking over yet. Both have a job to do in terms of creating something the fans are interested in and I think FE are doing a good job. However, F1 have also started to do a better job with the new owners. oliver-rowland.com, dams.fr
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After the
finish line As rumours circulate that Lewis Hamilton is preparing to retire from Formula 1, Tempus speaks to racing legend Mark Blundell about life after motor racing
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he rush of the speed, the screech of the tires, the roar of the engine... the thrills of Formula 1 can be difficult to replace after racing across the finish line for the last time, as Lewis Hamilton may soon discover. The world champion is rumoured to announce his retirement from the circuit after this season, following in the tracks of Felipe Massa who in November announced his last official race will be the Abu Dhabi finale. One man who’s been through it all and come out the other side is Mark Blundell, a four-season F1 driver who used his expertise and contacts from his race days to launch a boutique sports management agency, MB Partners. The company works with rising stars in the fields of motorsport and golf, mentoring young athletes and taking them from promising to pro-status. It also represents established faces like F1 legend Damon Hill, a former rival of Blundell. Blundell set up the company after leaving the world of F1 behind, and while he hung up his driving gloves a long time ago bar the occassional charity event, his headquarters in leafy Hertfordshire is far from ordinary. Trophies from F1 and 24 Hours of Le Mans (which he won in 1992) are proudly displayed in his office, while downstairs it gets even more exciting. His office is the only in the UK to operate an in-house motorsport simulator, where promising racers in its Young Driver Academy, such as F2 driver Jordan King, practice in real time on ‘real’ tracks, in a sim so perfectly to scale that it’s the closest to reality you’re going to get. In between trial runs on the simulator, Tempus speaks to Blundell about life after F1 and the truth behind Lewis Hamilton’s retirement rumours. »
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Tempus: How did you take the leap from racing into talent management? Mark Blundell: In some respect, I have always been different as I’ve always considered the sport I was involved in to be quite fickle. And I say that out of respect, because you can get injured and be out of contract very easily. It's not the most stable of jobs and because of that, I’ve always had some business in the background to fall back on. There’s always been something generating revenue for me for when I was no longer sitting behind the wheel. I’ve been involved in the mobile phone business, I’ve been in the property sector for 22 years, and at the same time, towards the latter part of my career, I dabbled in television. I then set up a business with Martin Brundle (another British former F1 driver) and moved into the management of drivers. How has your career as a F1 driver help you in the business world? In many ways, motor racing is quite a good grounding because you're getting to know the commercial side of the business at an early age. You get to interact with C-level business people and see how they communicate and, at the same time, learn how you need to justify yourself as a driver from a team perspective and sponsorship wise. The commercialism of the sport very clear cut, so you can take all of that into the business world. Along that journey, you also build up a huge amount of contacts in a wide spectrum of fields. When you’ve had the platform as an F1 driver, it opens up doors to different pathways. I focused on building a network that I've been able to tap into it for advice or to generate business in latter stages. Would you say the business and sports worlds are not too dissimilar, then? For me, business is only as good as what’s delivered, and that’s no different to sport. The same set of parallels are in motor racing and business, and that’s the eye for detail. That attention to detail gets reflected in the way you function business wise, so some of the smaller things might be a greater issue for me than the bigger things are, and at times that might frustrate people, but for me, it’s all about the bigger picture. You have to make sure every single brushstroke is in the right direction and has the right depth to it to tell the story. That story could be a deal or a proposition or it could be building a relationship that’s long lasting. I still have a good relationship with my very first sponsor from 30 years ago. That 30 years has been built on trust and loyalty and it’s got to the stage now where he doesn't sponsor me now because I'm independent in business, but he now sponsors one of the clients I manage. The whole thing has gone full circle. For me, those are the values I depend on and have instilled in everybody around me. How has your background helped you manage emerging talent at MB Partners? No matter how you look at it, sports people function in a slightly different way, especially when they are in the zone of their career. I think like a sports person and can relate to them. Whether they swing a golf club, drive a racing car or kick a ball, the difference between them being good and being in the 1% club is what sits on top of their shoulders. They need to have a clear head and a good team around them then they can trust to ensure that everything is taken care of, so they can focus on what they do best. When I was coming through sport, I never quite found what I was looking for so I kept doing it myself. I made some bad decisions. When I was a F1 test driver and reserve driver for the Williams GP team on a multi-year contract I was doing well, but then another F1 team came up and offered me a role and at that time it was my dream come true. But the reality is that it was quite possibly the worst decision I ever made. I never found the right person to entrust everything to, which is ultimately why I went into this sector. Being honest, it's not the easiest of sectors. There are always going to be ups and downs. I could have made a lot more money doing something completely different, but I chose to do this because I enjoy it, and ultimately that's what it's all about. Are there any young sportspeople that you’re working with at the moment that you think are really going to blow up? We got a guy in golf, Jordan Smith. He’s 24 years old and we took him on board just under five years ago as an amateur golfer and supported him from the very early stages. He then went from strength to strength. We're not saying it's because of us, it’s because of the team in place that has allowed him to focus on what he does best, which is playing golf. He doesn't worry about signing a cheque, his salary, his PAYE, his insurance, and so on. We do everything for him so he can play golf to the best of his ability. We have seen him transcend from an amateur to a professional, win the Euro pro tour, win a challenge
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tour and do his first season on the European tour. He is currently top 110 in the world. For us, as a small little management company, aligning ourselves with somebody of amateur status and taking them to pro level is hugely rewarding. We’ve also got a young Formula 2 driver, Jordan King, who has huge amounts of potential. Tempus sponsors one of Jordan King’s competitors, F2 driver Oliver Rowland. What do you think of Oliver? He’s got massive potential. He's a great driver. Between him and our guy, they are the most up and coming recognisable young Brits in motorsport at the moment. It’s now at the stage where everyone’s thinking, where do they go next? Of course, both of those guys want to go to the next stage of F1, but we’re talking about a situation that’s like threading the eye of a really small needle. Do you miss the race circuit? Yes. I miss the cut and thrust of it. I miss the competitiveness of it. I miss sitting in a car, just you and the machine, testing yourself and testing what the car’s got. Now and again I go and do some historic racing for fun. Does it give me back completely what I used to get? Not 100%. I’ll never replace that because you can’t just go and roll out a F1 car. That’s the one thing that’s a bit different with us. If it was golf, I could pick up some golf clubs and a ball and go down the local range. But with F1, once you've done it, it’s finished. The chances of getting back in an F1 car and driving are few and far between. When I left, a certain gentleman called Damon Hill filled my shoes and went on to be world champion. The fact of the matter is, I was the guy that told him the opportunity existed. So, I was probably doing management before I knew it and, going full circle, we now represent Damon. Which must be strange considering Damon Hill was once one of your greatest competitors? Damon, in his own right, is a superstar driver. He has been world champion but at the same time he got to a stage where he felt that he needed somebody to support and assist him. It comes back to the matters of trust and integrity and the fact we’ve known each other for 30 years, which means a lot to the pair of us. It’s strange in a way, as he’s one of the guys I was on track fighting against in an F1 car as a 17-year-old all those years ago, but we’ve got a relationship that works. We don't have any hang ups. I did what I did, and he did what he did. That’s something about sport, sportspeople don't tend to look back. They tend to look forward in the same way that most successful business people do. There’s no point dwelling on something, just move on. Rumours are circulating that Lewis Hamilton will retire from F1 after this season. Do you think he will? Is it his time? I hope it’s a rumour and nothing more as he still has so much to offer, as seen recently when he won another world title to become the most successful British Grand Prix driver in the history of motorsport. For sure, Nico Rosberg set a trend to retire after winning a world title, but I don’t think Lewis is going to replicate this as much, as he is a clear trend-setter both on and off the track. Is it difficult to move on into another industry when you've been at the top of your game? Is there an adjustment period that Hamilton can expect, should he retire? I have known and watched Lewis since he was a child, from karting and all through his junior and professional career. At this stage, whatever Lewis decides to do will be with his full application as he only does things 100%. I feel there may be one last layer of motorsport for him, which may be based in the USA, such is his affection to the country. But whatever he does, it won’t be difficult, it will only require dedication and commitment, which is something he understands all too well. Do you have any advice for Hamilton? My advice to him, when he does hang up the helmet and gloves, is just to say there is more to life than motor racing. We have been very fortunate to make a living from something we loved but once the wheels stop turning and the start lights go out for the last time, there are lots of other adventures in life. Motorsport will have been a great grounding for his next chapter in life as it pretty much relates to all forms of business. markblundellpartners.com
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sporting life Looking for a luxury gym with star trainers? Here’s where the A-list work out
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f you’re wondering why your workout doesn’t seem to be producing great results or perhaps you’re growing tired of your slightly tattyround-the-edges gym, then take a look at some of the more stylish, and effective, options open to you. From training machines that resemble something from a sci-fi film to ingenious gym regimes which top sports stars swear by, the world of fitness has moved on leaps and bounds. It’s time to get with the programme.
Mandarin Oriental In prime Knightsbridge territory – Harvey Nichols is opposite, One Hyde Park is next door – it’s little wonder that the underground fitness centre at this fabulous hotel is popular with some of the capital’s wealthiest people. And while the stylish stainless steel swimming pool and Technogym-equipped workout areas are a big draw, the main reason HNWs and celebs drop in is for a personal training session with Ruben Tabares. A former strength and conditioning coach for boxers David Haye and Amir Khan, Ruben brings a deep knowledge of both nutrition and exercise science to his sessions, ensuring all who experience them will both feel good and look good. rubentabares.com, mandarinoriental.com
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KX Life Tempus has spent a fair bit of time at this place and can safely say it’s one of London’s finest fitness and wellbeing centres. From the stylish changing rooms (with Kiehl’s toiletries, of course), to the steam rooms, plunge pools, spa and state of the art gym, this is the definition of a five-star experience. Carlos Andrade, former European kickboxing champion, is our trainer of choice – for a combat-based workout that will leave you sweating but exhilarated. kxlife.co.uk
City Athletic Shaun Stafford is an intriguing character – a former European and World Fitness Champion who also holds an MA from Oxford. His clients include Mike Horsley (ex-England and Harlequins RFC) who calls him “one of the best coaches in the world” and Shaun operates from the celebrated City Athletic gym, a 5,000 sq ft performance suite in the heart of London’s financial district – which even boasts a two-lane sprint track. cityathletic.co.uk
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Embody Fitness This City gym specialises in speedy body transformations thanks to sports trainer Tom Ward’s fat-busting sessions, and has a reputation that speaks for itself thanks to its illustrious clientele – including gold medal winning Olympic rower James Cracknell, England rugby player Joe Worseley, and Heavyweight boxing champ David Haye. While the expert team will push you hard, they also believe in playing hard, and strive to make the gym-floor experience as fun and motivating as possible. If that’s not enough, their rehab, physio and massage facilities, not to mention delicious nutritional guidance, complete the experience. embodyfitness.co.uk
The Clock A discreet Marylebone townhouse door gives no clue to the temple of fitness that resides inside, although this is about as far from a gritty, iron-pumping gym as you can get. Plush and sophisticated, with a chandelier, fireplace and soaring ceilings – the workout room even houses a grand piano – this is a wonderfully British take on fitness and it’s little wonder the fashion pack love it. Morning yoga classes with Tahiche are highly recommended. theclock.com
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BXR IS A PASSION PROJECT FOR ME. I WANT PEOPLE TO TRAIN LIKE I TRAIN. WE HAVE PULLED TOGETHER THE BEST COACHES, MEDICAL TEAMS AND EQUIPMENT IN THE BUSINESS. OFFERING STATE OF THE ART TRAINING FACILITIES FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO JOIN
BXR Industrial, but not intimidating. Challenging, but not overwhelmingly so. Working out at boxer Anthony Joshua’s BXR gym gives you a true taste of what it’s like to train like a champion. There are three big studios, but those in-the-know use the member’s section as that’s where former professional boxer Gary Logan will put you through your paces. As a man who’s looked after world champs George Groves and Andy Lee, you know that you’re in safe, if demanding, hands. Joshua said: “BXR is a passion project for me. I want people to train like I train. We have pulled together the best coaches, medical teams and equipment in the business. Offering state of the art training facilities for anyone who wants to join.”
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Time to
SHINE Tempus reviews the best new sports watches on the market, with a little help from Omega brand ambassador Eddie Redmayne
Words: Rachel Ingram Eddie Redmayne is a quintessential British ‘gent’. Well-spoken, immaculately dressed, highly educated and friendly with the aristocracy (he’s a childhood friend of Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge), he’s the definition of English high society. Adding to his already excellent stature, the Oscar-winning actor was given an OBE by the Queen in 2015. With such impressive standing, it came as no surprise that Omega named Redmayne the face of their new Aqua Terra ‘gents’ campaign’, which sees the 35-year-old actor take to the high seas on a sailing boat, armed with a dazzling blue Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m. As the collection premieres worldwide, we speak to Redmayne about his favourite timepieces and the luxury of time. Tempus: As an ambassador for Omega, what is it about the brand’s timepieces that sets them apart for you? Eddie Redmayne: Well, my relationship [with Omega] started with my dad who had a very beautiful, very simple and very elegant De Ville. It was basically what my dad had on his wrist for many years, which is how I knew what a watch should be. Then, when I started knowing a bit more about watches, I loved Omega’s history. What I love about my work is uncovering the history of who the characters are and all of the British Flying Corp stuff and NASA and the Olympics. I found it fascinating. So there’s the heritage side of it and then there’s the simple elegance of it. That’s what appeals. Can you talk about the luxury of time and what it means to you? I find time such a complicated one being an actor, because you’re not very in control of time. You are very much dependent on other people’s choices. We’re going here, we’re doing this... you have to fit into it. There are times when you’re working long hours, six-day weeks, to then being free, so time and structure is quite important. For many years, while I was making The Danish Girl, I was promoting Fantastic Beasts at weekends, and when I was making Fantastic Beats I was promoting The Danish Girl, so it can become all consuming. My wife Hannah and I had a child last year and I took a year off, so I feel like I’ve got time back in control a bit, which is wonderful. What do you think has been the most precious time in your life so far? I think, without exaggerating, it’s been this last year. We got to travel. Soon after [our daughter] Iris was born, Hannah, Iris and I went to the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro with Omega, which was incredible. It’s been special because every day something changes and it really shifts your own paradigm, so I’d say this last year was pretty special. omegawatches.com
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Eddie Redmayne showing off his Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m
Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Golf Omega and the world of golf are inextricably linked. The Swiss luxury watchmaker is associated with a number of leading competitions and top-ranking players around the world, so when the brand unveiled a golf edition of its iconic Seamaster model, collectors were, understandably, excited. A true tribute to game it was built for, ehe Seamaster Aqua Terra Golf is a co-axial master chronometer with a 41mm stainless steel case and NATO strap in green and black. The bold watch is already a big hitter among critics and players (Spanish golfer Sergio Garcia has been sporting it on the golf course this autumn), making it a swinging success both on and off the green. omegawatches.com
Breitling Avenger Hurricane Military While technically more military than sporty, the Breitling Avenger Hurricane Military has all the durability and strength that an extreme sports enthusiast would need from an all-weather timepiece. It’s powerful, precise and resilient to scratches, corrosion and temperature change, yet, despite this, it’s impressively light, making it suitable to wear while playing a variety of sports. The distinctive timepiece, which stands out with its black avant-garde case and army green strap, is limited to 1,000 pieces (available at Breitling stockists including harrods.com) so get in quick. breitling.com
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Richard Mille RM 70-01 For Richard Mille’s latest launch, the brand has collaborated with French former racing driver Alain Prost OBE, a four-time Formula One champion. Created with Prost’s new passion, racing on two wheels, in mind, the RM 70-01 is the ultimate timepiece for cyclists. It features a distinctive curved design (modelled on the downward wrist positions that cyclists often use) which sits comfortably on the wearer’s wrist. Despite its unusual shape, the tourbillion is highly effective and adjustable armour plating adds to the practicality of the timepiece. It’s a watch made for sportsmen by sportsmen, inspired by sportsmen. Available in stores and at harrods.com for a cool £768,000, you’ve got to be a world champion to afford it. » richardmille.com
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Blancpain Bathyscaphe Chronographe Flyback Black Ceramic Just in time for Christmas, prestige Swiss watchmaker Blancpain has added a new flyback chronograph to its iconic Bathyscaphe family of dive watches. A must-have for keen divers with an eye for style, the timepiece oozes elegance and is water resistant to an incredible 300 metres. Its black ceramic case is extremely tough and its dial and sapphire case-back are scratch resistant – an important factor for water sports enthusiasts. Clever use of Superluminova on the watch hands makes the dial super easy to read deep underwater. even when visibility is dire. In short, don’t dive without it. blancpain.com
Patek Philippe 5168G Aquanaut Created in honour of the 20th anniversary of Patek Philippe’s sportiest timepiece, the Aquanaut, the new 5168S Aquanaut summarises two decades of expertise and design. Giving it a modern update, watchmakers have swapped the iconic model’s usual steel case for white gold, and replaced the black dial with a modern blue hue. With such a showy appearance, some critics have questioned its place in the sports watch market, but it certainly adds a touch of glamour to the sporting arena. patek.com
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Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona The Rolex Daytona is a coveted collector’s item, with a waiting list of at least three years, unless you’re one of the brand’s most loyal customers. The newest addition to the growing collection, the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, has caused quite the stir among the brand’s admirers. Its sleek design and black cerachrom bezel, made from high-tech ceramic, pays homage to the legend of the Daytona family, while its ‘Oysterflex’ bracelet, reinforced with a metal blade, showcases Rolex’s newest innovative techniques. The oyster case, meanwhile, which protects the Dayton’s highprecision movement, is waterproof up to 100m, making it robust and sporty as well as elegant. It’s available in three styles: 18-carat yellow, white and rose gold. rolex.com
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esigner ski wear and accessories pose a unique challenge to designers – they must be durable and functional, yet embody the style and luxury that brands have become synonymous for. Thanks to a surge in popularity for designer ski wear in recent years, there has never been so much choice. Whether you’re after sleek Moncler sunglasses or gold metallic Fendi ski trousers, you don’t have to compromise on performance to cut a dash on the slopes this winter.
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Canada Goose Langford Parka
Bogner Verti Graphic Skier Base Layer
Urban in style, but with all the features you need to keep you protected on the slopes. The midthigh length is complimented by the stormproof hood with a super-soft coyote fur ruff, and it is padded with 625-fill white duck down insulation, certified for use in temperatures as low as -25°C – ideal for mid-winter days on the mountain.
Base layers needn’t be boring – this eyecatching offering from Bogner features a photo print of professional skier Sven Kueenle set against a stunning mountainscape. Crafted from stretch jersey that feels soft against the skin, it’s finished with a funnel neck and half-zip placket. Stealth style at its best.
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£200, harrods.com
Fendi Glitter Ski Trousers These gold metallic ski trousers from Fendi are the epitome of style. With a 70s-inspired flared design, they sit comfortably over ski boots for a clean look and the embroidered trims and sparkling glitter finish add a splash of glamour. They feature lightweight padding to ensure you stay warm on even the coldest of ski days. £870, harrods.com
Fendi Embellished Ski Goggles
Moncler Sunglasses
Featuring mirrored, fog-resistant and durable lenses, these goggles promise to protect you when the snow clouds roll in. Crafted in Italy, they have triple-layer foam for comfort and are finished with an elasticated jacquard logo strap and polished gold-tone metal studs that complement the sleek, slim-line gold-and-white coloured frame.
Sleek, sporty and with a retro twist, these unisex sunglasses are part of Moncler’s new Lunettes collection. The wraparound design and UV-protected, antireflective/anti-fog mirror lenses are ideal for skiing, whether you are cruising the slopes or kicking back in a deckchair, vin chaud in hand. £170, moncler.com
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Fendi Monster Eye Ski Gloves Plain black ski gloves are so 2016 – it’s all about Fendi’s Monster Eye gloves this season. Featuring the Italian design house's unique monster eye design, they’re sure to stand out in the ski lift queue. The gloves are also insulated to keep the cold at bay, with leather palms for grip, and they come with their own protective dust bag. £280, harrods.com
L.A.M.B x Burton Vivid Truth Fleece L.A.M.B (singer Gwen Stefani’s fashion line) has joined forces with Burton to create a line of bold and unique ski wear and accessories. This Japanese Bengal tiger print fleece (inspired by Gwen's Harajuku days) offers a classic fit and luxurious warmth, thanks to its quilted insulation and soft Sherpa fleece-lined collar, sleeves and pockets.
Sportalm Embellished Ski Jacket
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Designed exclusively for Harrods, this jacket is a real head-turner. The attention to detail is impressive, from the intricate bee embellishments and floral motifs, to the genuine fur collar and hood (which is removable), to the wide belt that cinches the waist. It’s warm, too, courtesy of the soft padding and inner thermal shell. £2,835, harrods.com
Moncler Peak Shoes Ideal for strolling through Zermatt’s snowy cobble-stone streets, these classic hiking boots from Moncler strike the perfect balance of performance and style. They are made with durable top-quality leather and feature a lace-up closure, textured rubber sole, high ankle and padded tongue. Use of the brand’s trademark colours of red, white and blue complete the look. £535, moncler.com
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THE JEWEL in the CROWN Lucia Silvestri has been the guiding force behind Italian jewellery brand Bulgari for more than 35 years. Tempus chats to the passionate designer about her enduring love affair with precious gems Words: Paolo Briscese
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AS OFTEN HAPPENS IN THE CASE OF TRUE LOVE, I WAS INSTANTLY ENAMOURED BY THE WORLD OF PRECIOUS STONES
Where the magic happens: Bulgari’s famous Rome boutique
Tempus: Lucia, how did your collaboration with Bulgari begin?
What makes Bulgari jewellery unique as works of art?
Lucia Silvestri: I was just 20-years-old when I began my career in the Bulgari gemological department. As often happens in the case of true love, I was instantly enamoured by the world of precious stones. I fell in love with the colours, the variety and the energy that I felt emanating from the gems. Paolo and Nicola Bulgari quickly perceived my great potential and decided to teach me the trade – and after 35 years I’m still here to tell you about this extraordinary story.
What distinguishes Bulgari jewellery is the desire to experiment with new creative solutions, a natural elegance and a certain aesthetic versatility that best expresses a purely Italian style. It’s bold yet sophisticated, contemporary and stylish. Each piece is part of the DNA of Bulgari. How do you combine the brand’s traditional craftsmanship within the current digital revolution?
Could you share some of your fondest memories of working with Bulgari so far?
We are in line with the times. I absolutely do not believe our craft vocation is in contrast to the development of digital. Social media is now part of our daily life. It’s a means of communication for our creations but it also brings us closer to people.
There are so many extraordinary memories, from the success of a special cut of a rough stone that is very challenging, to an experience like when Sir Elton John came to my office last week. He is an icon of music, just as we are for the jewels. I could write a book of special memories after spending so many years here.
What do you think has changed in the relationship between women and jewellery?
How would you describe your creative universe? Where does your inspiration come from?
Today's woman is a modern woman. She’s more self-aware, regardless of what she does or does not do. She is more knowledgeable, thanks to the internet and social media, and is therefore more demanding. She wants something recognisable that makes her feminine and more beautiful. It is no coincidence that our jewels can be used from evening to morning, they are daring jewels and are, above all, timeless. »
Rome is a constant source of inspiration, from its colours to its monuments. But also my travels and the many people I meet all inspire me. I’m a good listener because I am very curious.
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Lucia Silvestri is the woman behind many of Bulgari’s most beautiful jewellery collections
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Childhood memories inspire Bulgari’s new Festa collection
The snake is one of Bulgari’s iconic figures
You launched your new collection of High Jewellery ‘Festa’ in Venice. What can you tell us about it?
I'm proud of all of our creations, there is a lot of research and teamwork behind each of our jewels. Some have made us a little more crazed, whether it’s the type of stone we were looking for, or the difficulty of the cut stones or the demand of a customer, but we like the challenges and are stubborn. Every year we set the bar even higher.
Festa is born out of our DNA of being Italian. We have the magnificent Festa delle principesse pieces inspired by Italian princesses, whose lives are defined by elegance and majesty, and whose influence reached far beyond their institutional roles; the Festa della tradizione, celebrating the Sagra or Palio di Siena, famous all over the world; and the Festa dell'infanzia crafted in the spirit of childhood memories, with colourful balloons, cakes, ice-creams and fairground rides. It has been a very challenging collection in which many rules have been broken, but for which we have been rewarded.
Is there a gemstone that particularly captivates you, that you just can’t resist? I would like to find a Burmese ‘pigeon blood’ ruby over ten carats. They’re incredibly rare. To find one in an emerald cut would be a dream. Art and culture feature highly in the world of Bulgari. Where does this connection come from and how does it develop?
Travel is the distinguishing feature of your work. Is there one particular country that has influenced your work more than any other?
The Bulgari family, as well as the LVMH group, have always been distinguished as great patrons. We have always been accompanied and inspired by the world of art and culture and I believe that some of our products are real artworks, just seeing the success of our retrospectives around the world.
I always get inspiration from the gems that I have the chance to see and discover during my journeys all around the world. Every creation starts with an emotion. An emotion that comes with the discovery of an extraordinary gem, full of promise, brilliance, iridescence and resplendence. I chose our stones for their rarity and beauty, but also for the luminosity of their soul. I can’t stay away from India for too long, every time it is an enriching experience. Can you imagine the colours of the saris, the jewellery that the women are wearing, the Maharajas palaces that you can see there?
Finally, if you weren’t a jewellery designer, which other career path would you have chosen? I’d be a biologist! When I joined Bulgari I chose to leave my biology studies and dedicate all my passion and enthusiasm to gemstones. bulgari.com
Which is the creation that you are most proud of ?
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IN ‘MOVE’, WE SET SAIL IN MONACO, TAKE A MERCEDES-BENZ OUT ON CANADA’S FAMOUS ICE ROAD, AND EVEN HEAD INTO SPACE
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Northern exposure Words: Kyle Fortune
Driving’s Canada’s ice highway is not for the faint-hearted, as Tempus discovers
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DRIVING HERE IS LIKE
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LEFT Kyle Fortune conquers the ice road TOP RIGHT Curious companions in Canada FAR RIGHT The Mercedes-Benz GLE handles the frozen road with ease
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There are clues it’s not, though. A few kilometres out of town and we’re passing between boats and ships – vessels which in the summer undertake some of the removal of all the mining and oil drilling equipment left behind from the boom times. They’re moored up, bound by rope, chains and locked in by the ice waiting for summer to return. The ice highway itself is a legacy of that oil exploration. There’s not much traffic today, our convoy of four vehicles only occasionally passing the odd articulated lorry hauling supplies or pick-up trucks with skidoos in the back. There are no stops en-route, save for Bar C, a point at 90km where there are some old fuel storage containers on an island and the sight of the DEW Line (Distant Early Warning Line) radar stations. The DEW Line was North America’s first warning of Soviet bombers approaching during the Cold War. That detection system is still in effect, though since 1993 it’s been the North Warning System – now with newer, more sophisticated radar stations. Even here, then, in the vast barren openness of Northern Canada, a sinister pulse of geopolitics resonates. Driving over the ice takes some concentration. Winter tyres and four-wheel drive allows for remarkable grip, but what I’m seeing and feeling is still alien, as you might expect driving at around 70km/h on frozen water. The differences between surfaces is tangible, snow affording the best grip and traction, the blue, glass-smooth ice the least. I need to be measured with my inputs and gentle – driving here feels like controlling a hovercraft rather than a car, with constant corrections and lots of planning ahead to continue to make safe progress. The locals are used to it – this road is their lifeline, a route they’ve travelled many, many times. Reaching Tuk is a relief. The community is traditional, living off the land as well as working on those remediation projects to clean up whatever old industry left before it to blight the landscape. There’s a beauty to the place, despite the harshness of the environment with the locals enjoying hunting and fishing all year round. The summer months are apparently spectacular, though soon that’ll be something that will no longer be reserved for just the locals. That’s regrettable, as a line of permanent communication arrives so too will there be changes to the way people live. The march of progress is inevitable but, for some, not always welcome.
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HOME sweet HOME We step aboard the dark horse that silently took the Monaco Yacht Show by storm
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The sound of silence A green fingered and environmentally responsible approach to yacht building is admirable, but is that really enough to sweep the board? Where the world-first hybrid propulsion system is really making waves is in its ability to offer completely silent cruising at up to nine knots – a technological feat that came from a collaboration with sensory expert Professor Barry Smith. “Our research has shown that the brain’s processing of taste is affected by noise, which reduces the tongue’s ability to detect salt, sweet and sour,” he said. “The beauty of Home is the ability to run at a sound of around 46 decibels — the sound level of softly falling rain – enabling those on board to enjoy food and drink to the full, with no diminution of taste.” Not just great for the planet but beneficial for passengers, too. Whether you want to feast on a gourmet meal on-board or enjoy a good night’s sleep on the move, the innovative silent cruising system has transformed the yachting experience. It can even leave a harbour in silent cruising mode for those days when you and your guests want to combine moving on with an indulgent lie in. Tempus got a taster of the silent cruising at Monaco Yacht Show, where Home was granted permission to be the first yacht to leave Port Hercules on the busy Saturday evening. The Omega Architects-designed ship showed off its sleek lines as it left the port silently before switching to the mechanical mode and opening up with the diesel engine on the way to Antibes, France, which is just an hour’s sailing away. The difference in engine volume was instantly noticeable.
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TRANSFORMED THE YACHTING EXPERIENCE windows on both port and starboard sides – allowing you to drift off to unobstructed views of the ocean, with those dramatic blues becoming a design feature in itself. The apartment also includes a private study with room for assistants and a large bathroom with rare marble in the shower walls. Five additional staterooms – two doubles, two twins and one full beam suite – are located on the lower deck, along with the gymnasium and spa. “Minimalist design doesn’t mean empty or cold,” Gatto told Tempus. “Although we have used the same shade of white, around the window alone we’ve used 14 different materials, from wood, steel, leather and fabric. Everything we’ve used creates a sensory experience. The choice of lighting creates warmth as well, while in the living areas and upper decking we have colourful lights to reflect the mood of guests.” Lounge areas continue the outdoor-indoor sensibility, with dramatic full-length windows leading out seamlessly to the exterior dining area, both benefitting from the same teak decking and furnished by Gatto and Paula Lenti in the same colour palette and style that flows throughout Home. Splashes of burgundy furniture and accessories warm the deck both inside and out. It's easy to imagine life aboard this enchanting superyacht, so carefully designed with personalisation in mind – from the unobtrusive rotating bookshelves to the sun deck with jacuzzi tub. And as Monaco's Port Hercules fades away behind us, lined with the very best of this season's superyachts, it's just as easy to see how Heesen's new focus on silent cruising and environmentally sound yachts might just leave them in its wake. Because when it comes to breaking new ground, Home is ahead of the fleet.
But it's not all about the technology. In addition to the seriously calming effect of the noise reduction, there is real charm in Home's luxurious but minimalist interior design. It’s a generously spaced ship, with a wide central staircase leading up from the swim platform to the main deck aft – providing a grand entrance for tender arrivals. Everything from the owner’s apartment to the entertainment decks above are harmoniously rendered in interior designer Cristiano Gatto's white-on-white colour scheme. It might sound cold, but the lush textures – leathers, fabrics and lacquered surfaces – that line the ship in pristine white shades ensures a sense of quiet calm carries through the owner’s apartment and into the rest of the yacht. Gatto's textured palette is used to jaw-dropping effect in the owner's apartment, where a full beam bed is surrounded by floor to ceiling heesenyachts.com
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you can Tempus takes a ride on a 50’ Marauder GT S powerboat, the high-speed lovechild of Cigarette Racing and Mercedes-AMG Words: Georgia Peck
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hen Cigarette Racing and Mercedes-AMG teamed up to celebrate 10 years of partnership, engineers combined expertise from both companies to create one of the most impressive, and fastest, boats in the ocean, the 50’ Marauder GT S powerboat. A limited collection of just six vessels, the powerboat pairs 3100HP, dual turbo-charged Mercury Racing engines with luxurious automobile design from the chief designer at Daimler. The result is an ocean beast that’s nothing short of breath-taking. Literally. Expect your lungs to be put through the ultimate test of endurance as the boat charges through the waves at an incredible 135mph. Any passengers of a nervous disposition, be warned – this is not the mode of transport for you. As the 50’ Marauder GTS purred into Port Hercules, brazenly displaying its bold black and green markings, it instantly stood out against the white alloy of multi-million-pound superyachts along the Monaco shoreline. As I waited on the jetty, a sea of spectators gathered, whipping out their phones to record the impending spectacle. It seemed I was about to embark on one of the most sought-after sea experiences along the French Riveria. I stepped into the open-cockpit powerboat where stylish seats sat upholstered in hand-
stitched Alacantra, a luxurious, durable suedelike fabric commonly found in Formula 1 cars, private jets and high-end automobiles. As we emerged from the harbour into the vast open sea, the engines of our Maurader suddenly roared into action and we accelerated across the waves, unleashing what felt like 3,100 wild horses, stretching their 12,400 legs. We were flying. The vessel tore across the surface of the ocean with the smoothness and handling you’d expect from a £1.6m powerboat inspired by the car that holds the fastest-ever lap on Germany’s Nübergring racetrack. The body of this new model has been completely redesigned using carbon fibre, dropping approximately 1,300 pounds from its weightier predecessor. It also features a smoother hull, deck and hatch to optimise airflow and aid aerodynamics, the effects of which I was about to discover as I watched the hand of the speedometer throb closer and closer to the top speed of 135mph. There are only six of these rare powerboats in existence, each with its own unique colour scheme. And while it is undeniably visually striking, the main draw of this $1.2m (£900,000) powerboat is its speed. As an added bonus, it will match your new Mercedes, too. cigaretteracing.com
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Only one of each colour is available in the six-strong collection
The powerboat offers an incredible 135mph top speed
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Rocket man As British astronaut Major Tim Peake shares some of his new book with Tempus, we look to the stars for the next giant leap in luxury travel Words: Michelle Johnson
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s Britain’s first government-funded astronaut, Major Tim Peake CBE had high hopes of inspiring a new generation to scientific interest. But he couldn’t possibly have guessed the incredible impact his six months aboard the International Space Station would have on Britain’s interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) subjects and space travel. As well as igniting excitement in schools – where more than a million children were involved in his numerous engagement projects and experiments – his trip sparked interest from those in the luxury sector, where space tourism has stepped away from sci-fi to become the next big thing thanks to entrepreneurs including Sir Richard Branson, founder of Virgin Galactic, and Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX. As the space race heats up between billionaires Branson and Musk, Major Peake is sharing his experiences of space travel in a new book ‘Ask an Astronaut: My Guide to Life in Space’, in which he answers some of the most popular questions he has encountered since returning from his 186-day Principia mission last year. Major Peake, 45, served in the British Army for 18 years, flying dangerous missions in Afghanistan after gaining his wings as an Apace Helicopter pilot. He later became a test pilot, before beating 9,000 applicants to become the European Space Agency’s first British astronaut. In December 2015, he was launched to the ISS aboard the Soyuz TMA-19M, commanded by Russian cosmonaut Yuri Malenchenko and NASA astronaut Timothy Kopra. While aboard the station, the astronaut shared his scientific experiments and challenges with Earth, taking part in the London Marathon via treadmill and performing anti-gravity research that, as he told Jeremy Paxman, he hopes might find a cure to ailments like osteoporosis. It’s no wonder that interest from British travellers has surged – but, as Peake attests in his new book, space travel is still a perilous undertaking. From spacewalks to replace faulty units on the station’s solar arrays to navigation malfunctions while docking at the ISS, Peake and his team had many hurdles to overcome. And then there’s the time needed to ‘readapt’ to life on earth – hypersensitivity, motion and equilibrium problems, for instance – which can take anywhere between six weeks and three years to overcome. Mentally, astronauts have to prepare for the isolation of space, which as Peake says, is simultaneously claustrophobic and limitless. “This is going to sound truly remarkable but I most miss the rain,” he said during his mission. “Perhaps that's because I haven't had a shower for six months. The feeling of nice cold drizzle on my face right now actually sounds blissful.” Now readjusted from his 78 million mile journey – or 3,000 orbits of the Earth – and ready for his next adventure, Major Peake gives Tempus a sneak peek of what it’s like to leave the Earth behind.
UNENCUMBERED BY THE EFFECTS OF GRAVITY, I FELT COMPLETELY DETACHED. IT WAS THE MOST
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What does it feel like to launch from a 300-tonne rocket? As I climbed aboard our tiny capsule, situated within the nose-fairing of the rocket, the vehicle felt completely alive beneath me. Cryogenic fuel was continuously boiling off, covering the base of the rocket in an eerie white fog. In the minutes until launch, there was time for one final tradition to be observed, to get the adrenaline flowing. Each cosmonaut is allowed three songs to be piped into the capsule before lift-off. I had elected for Don’t Stop Me Now by Queen, Beautiful Day by U2 and A Sky Full of Stars by Coldplay. Through our headsets, and drowning out the loud burr of the rocket, we heard the familiar notes of The Final Countdown by Europe, chosen by our Soyuz commander – who says Russians don’t have a sense of humour? What was your most amazing experience on the ISS? My first ever extravehicular activity [spacewalk] was the most vivid memory I have of life in space. It may only have lasted four hours and 43 minutes, but it was a day for which I had been preparing for years, and one I will never forget. We set out to repair a faulty solar panel — a routine task back on Earth. Temperatures are so extreme they can fluctuate from 200°C to –200°C between sunlight and shade… at any moment you could be hit by a hurtling micrometeorite [or] lose your grip and find yourself floating in space. What was the best part of your spacewalk? The feeling of awe and reverence. I had the ability and freedom to turn in any direction, one minute marvelling at how fragile and beautiful Earth looked as it slipped gracefully into shadow, the next minute intimidated by the vast blackness of space. Unencumbered by the effects of gravity, I felt completely detached. It was the most astonishing and humbling experience of my life. timpeake.esa.int
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Ask an Astronaut: My Guide to Life in Space by Major Tim Peake is published in hardback by Century, priced £20
Photo credits Images courtesy of © ESA/NASA
THE BILLIONAIRE SPACE RACE If you dream of going where no tourist has gone before, then look no further. These three game changers are getting ready to launch into the new world of space tourism.
VIRGIN GALACTIC When Sir Richard Branson first announced his intention of offering luxury space travel to the masses 13 years ago, it seemed like a dream that would never be realised. Now, despite some explosive setbacks during test flights, Branson is confident that their first manned reusable space plane (the 3,000mph SpaceShipTwo) could launch by the end of 2018. Tickets are available at $250,000 a pop, with physicist Stephen Hawking one of the first in line. “My love for space is about how much it can do for people back here on earth, and that’s what Virgin Galactic is pushing towards,” Branson said. virgingalactic.com
SPACEX Elon Musk’s company began life delivering satellites and supplies to the ISS and NASA. It aims to create reusable rockets that will reduce the cost of space flight – and open it up to commercial use. SpaceX made history in March this year, when it safely reused a rocket twice. Musk aims to fly two tourist expeditions to the moon next year, but ultimately, he’s set his sights on Mars by 2022. Could the red planet be the next five-star resort? Musk certainly thinks so. He said: “I want to die on Mars… just not on impact.” spacex.com
BLUE ORIGIN Created by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos in 2000, Blue Origin is running along the same tracks as SpaceX to provide suborbital flights for spaceloving tourists. Although they haven’t yet ventured quite as far as the rival company, they were the first to safely launch and land a commercial rocket built for six people from a suborbital flight – around 60 miles from Earth. blueorigin.com
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ST. MORITZ Charlie Raposo “If you’re looking to find Sloane Street in the Alps, look no further than St. Moritz. The Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, the polo on the lake, and the vast array of luxury fashions shops complements the high-end lifestyle that one expects when going to St. Moritz. Don’t be fooled by the chic look of the town – the mountain and ski terrain is impressive. St. Moritz is the resort that gets some of the most sun during a ski season, which means you’re guaranteed some amazing blue bird days with amazing snow – this is not only a dream for us ski racers, but for all skiers. I enjoy the vibe you experience in the town, but the mountain is what really makes me appreciate St. Moritz. The good days in St. Moritz are the ones you dream of.” charlieraposo.com
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COURCHEVEL 1850 Billy Major “Courchevel is a unique ski resort spreading across the mountain into three different villages. With ski pistes linking all three with a huge variety of skiing, you can always find something new to try. It combines great piste skiing and off piste skiing with the option of big mountain skiing at the top or forest skiing as you make your way down. The thing I like most about Courchevel is the vibe on and off the pistes. You can have fun off the skis and go charging into a super intense night time luge run and and then go for a more relaxed evening. Courchevel 1850 is full of luxury accommodation and good restaurants. It really stands out among the world’s top ski resorts.” billymajor.com
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Arabian nights How does a city top its own reputation as one of the most opulent destinations in the world? Tempus heads into the desert to explore how Dubai is rediscovering its roots
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The old and the new Located along the JBR walk in the heart of the Dubai Marina, the Ritz-Carlton, Dubai is ideally situated amid the towering skyscrapers and fragrant, oud-scented shopping hubs of the city’s more cosmopolitan expat neighbourhood. Inside, guests will discover an oasis of cool marble and smooth structural lines, with Arabian touches adding a traditional feel to the modern space. This continues into the contemporary suites and rooms, where lush fabrics and geometric shapes warm the generous living spaces. The hotel's private beach leads down to the cool Arabian Gulf, with restaurants and bars dotted along the grounds, including the Palm Grill, and sophisticated pool club La Baie. Contemporary dining is available at Italian restaurant Splendido and Blue Jade, an award-winning Asian eatery serving sushi, dim sum and mains like the outstanding sea bass in a ginger lemon sauce, served wrapped in a lotus leaf. There's also the brand-new London Social, which is the latest addition to Dubai's Friday boozy brunch tradition. For guests looking for that taste of authenticity, outdoor restaurant Amaseena serves up a buffet of traditional fare under private Bedouin-style tents, while live music and sweet-smelling shisha completes the experience. The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai’s spa is a truly holistic experience. Completely revamped, it now boasts 12 treatment rooms, relaxation lounges (including a sleeping room), a traditional hammam, hot and cold plunge pools and fitness centre – making it one of the most luxurious spas in the city. Of the treatments, the Arabia Felix provides a brush with tradition in the most indulgent way possible. Using regional ingredients of rose water, Dead Sea salt and camel milk, the treatment entails a traditional foot wash and exfoliation, followed by a full body and head massage using heated essential oils – pure bliss. The hotel is also home to a number of pools and a private beach, alongside which guests can take part in activities including kayak tours and camel rides. While the resort has plenty to entertain, there's more excitement to be found outside its walls. See the emirate from a falcon's eye view with a tour by Seawings, the Middle East's only seaplane tour operator. Trips start with a thrilling water take-off before setting off on a journey that takes in Dubai’s most iconic sights, including Burj al Arab, Palm Jumeirah and the city’s incredible skyscrapers. Another must-see is La Perle, a new Cirque du Soleil-style production masterminded by artistic director Franco Dragone. A multicultural acrobatic feat set in a theatre built specifically for the show, La Perle is not to be missed.
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GUESTS WILL DISCOVER AN OASIS OF COOL MARBLE AND SMOOTH STRUCTURAL LINES, WITH ARABIC TOUCHES ADDING A TRADITIONAL FEEL TO THE MODERN SPACE Bab Al Shams offers a luxury desert escape
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he old adage ‘you get what you pay for’ could not be truer when it comes to alcohol. Give your drinks budget a rise this party season and get more out of what you drink – without having to pick up the bill the next morning with a teeth-clenching hangover. When you’re selecting your wine, get the vinatges right while eschewing young grapes, and buy party fizz by the magnum, even with vintage champagne. With spirits, pay more and appreciate more – there has never been a better range of spirits to enjoy over the Christmas break.
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THE PARTY PIECE 1 / Champagne Pol Roger Brut Vintage 2008 The insider’s tip is to buy your vintage champagne in magnums – not only does it appreciate better and have a longer life but it’s also perfect for the party season. Newly released Pol ’08 is up there with the ’02 vintage, and can be drunk until 2030. It’s superb and made for sharing. Lea&Sandeman, £180, 1.5l 3
THE FIZZ 2 / Armand de Brignac Demi Sec NV You can spend a lot of money on rapper Jay Z’s champagne brand. It’s the only champagne available as a 30-litre Midas, priced at a cool £67,500. My favourite of the range is a great value, low dosage demi sec that purrs in the glass. Immaculately made, drink it with foie gras, pudding or with canapés on Christmas morning. Champagne Direct, £275, 75cl
THE WHITE 3 / Louis Jadot Chevalier-Montrachet, Les Demoiselles, Grand Cru, 2002 You might open some claret over Christmas evening’s cold plate, but the main event demands burgundy – both white and red. A top chardonnay will work with any seafood starter as well as match white meats for slower drinkers. This is a cracking vintage with secondary flavours worked through the reductive style. Fine+Rare, £1,761, 6 x 75cl
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THE PICK ME UP 5 / Portobello Road, Director’s Cut No:3 Pechuga Gin
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THE PORT 6 / Quinta do Noval, Vintage Port, 2015 The most recently declared vintage of this Rolls-Royce of ports. Age is the master with the Duoro so either go back to 1931 (£6,144 from Hedonism) or the inside track is go for a Colheita Old Tawny. I’ve drunk the 1937 and it’s a steal at £601 from Hedonism. Millesima, £76, 75cl of 2015
THE SLOUCH POTATO 7 / Hibiki 21 Years Old This blend of rare and mature malt and grain whiskies has won many top international prizes and is the whisky to serve to guests while you try and hide your bottle of Last Drop 1971. Have it any which way – I like it neat at room temperature, served from the trolley as the guests start rousing from their postprandial snooze.
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Glashütte Original’s PanoMatic watches make for beautiful ‘his and hers’ gifts
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1 | Glashütte Original PanoMatic Luna Make your present count by giving the gift of time. The Glashütte Original PanoMatic Luna is an elegant timepiece in a timely snowy hue. The bezel is set with a generous smattering of brilliant-cut diamonds, adding some sparkle for the festive season, while the razor-thin mother-of-pearl finish offers a touch of timeless glamour. A beautiful accessory that’ll shine for a lifetime. glashuette-original.com
2 | Cartier High Jewellery 1895 Ruby Earrings These stunning ruby earrings from Cartier’s High Jewellery 1895 collection are guaranteed to be the cherry on the top of any lady’s Christmas. Made from platinum and fitted with two generously-sized rubies and countless tiny diamonds, this sparking set arrives just in time for the festive party season. harrods.com
3 | Alexander McQueen Knuckle Clutch
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Alexander McQueen’s knuckle clutches are some of the most striking bags on the market and this dramatic red and gold piece (priced at £2,895) is bound to turn heads on the red carpet this season. harveynichols.com
4 | Tom Ford Girls 50-Piece Set Tom Ford lipsticks are ideal stocking fillers, but if you can’t choose just one, we’d recommend the whole set. This incredible 50-piece box will set you back a cool £1,500 but you can’t put a price on beauty. tomford.com
5 | Linley Highclere Castle Jewellery Box A priceless jewellery collection commands an equally impressive home to house it, and it doesn’t get more special than this Highclere Castle Jewellery Box from luxury British design house Linley. Constructed from maple, it’s an exact replica of the ‘Downtown Abbey’ castle. Coming in at £65,000, it’s a present fit for a Queen. davidlinley.com
6 | Limited Edition Great Gatsby Manuscript The Great Gatsby was one of the most popular films of the past decade, sparking the imagination of people around the world. If one of your loved ones enjoyed the film, why not gift a piece of 1950’s magic in the form of a copy of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s original handwritten manuscript. Only 1,800 hand-numbered editions of the novel are available, each of which features an exclusive foreword by director Baz Luhrmann. spbooks.com
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If you’re buying for a woman who loves champagne and high heels, there’s only one gift to get, this Veuve Clicquot X Charlotte Olympia trunk. Designed to fit five bottles of fizz alongside several pairs of shoes, the made-to order trunk, available from Harrods, comes complete with a full supply of Veuve and cork-inspired Charlotte Olympia accessories. harrods.com
For the merry gentlemen Genius gifts for the man who has everything
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1 | Bespoke Suit in a Box If you’ve left it too late to commission a bespoke suit, gift your loved one a limited edition ‘bespoke suit in a box’ from Stephen Williams. Each box is filled with enough fabric and lining needed to cut a bespoke two-piece suit, which recipients can take to a Stephen Williams tailor who’ll construct it to fit their body. stephenwilliams.com
2 | Dolce & Gabbana Velvet Slippers What to get the man who has everything? How about these £450 Velvet Dolce & Gabbana slippers from Harvey Nichols? They may not be a wardrobe essential but they’ll certainly bring some comfort this winter. harveynichols.com
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4 | Bentley Momentum Give the gift of masculinity with this bold new addition to Bentley Fragrances’ Momentum collection. Created by renowned master perfumer Nathalie Lorson, Momentum is an energising, refreshing scent that blends notes of bergamot and violet with clary sage, ambergris and cashmere wood. bentley-fragances.com
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In a digital world where emails and texts reign supreme, sometimes the art of calligraphy is missed. This innovative digital Augmented Paper device from writing instrument specialist Montblanc enables users to add a personal ‘handwritten’ touch to their digital documents. It even has a live mode that can be used during meetings or presentations. montblanc.com
6 | The Impossible Collection of Cars The Impossible Collection of Cars is a beautiful coffee table book showcasing the 100 most exceptional cars of the 20th century. From vehicles owned by celebrities such as Elvis Presley and Pablo Picasso to ground-breaking launches from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Bugatti and Aston Martin, there’s plenty to discover. It’s a real collector’s item for motoring enthusiasts. assouline.com
7 | Porsche Design Carbon Weekender The ideal gift for a jetsetter, the Carbon Weekender from Porsche Design is a high-end travel bag which is as durable as it is stylish. Crafted from black nappa leather, the duffle is hard-wearing yet soft to touch and has plenty of space to fit all your travel essentials. 7
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1 | The At Home Box Company Subscription Why give one gift when you can give 12? The At Home Box Company is a lifestyle subscription service, co-founded by TV presenter Anthea Turner and Sarah Jones. Sign your loved one up and they’ll receive a special delivery to their home every month. Each box will include a special selection of cherrypicked treats such as home accessories and beauty products. It’s the gift that keeps on giving. theathomeboxcompany.com
2 | Corrigan’s Mayfair Luxury Christmas Hamper Instead of choosing between a nice bottle of red or a Christmas pudding to take to a festive party, order a luxury Christmas hamper from Corrigan’s Mayfair and enjoy the whole lot! The hamper, priced from £1,000, is filled to the brim with gourmet goods for the festive season. The restaurant will even send a butler to serve the hamper to your friends and family at a location of your choice. corrigansmayfair.co.uk
3 | Rosewood ‘12 Days of Christmas’ Holidays Taking ‘12 days of Christmas’ to a whole new level, Rosewood has launched 12 exclusive holiday packages at 12 of its best hotels around the world. Each package comes with incredible, exclusive experiences tailored to the location. The London package, for instance, includes a trip to the Aston Martin factory where guests can design a bespoke vehicle with the iconic brand’s engineers, while the New York package features a private dinner and show with Broadway stars Megan Hilty or Isaac Mizrahi. With so many excellent options, the only problem is choosing just one. rosewoodhotels.com
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If you and your loved ones enjoy watching polo but have never tried playing it, then a polo lesson from Polo Experiences is bound to be a winner this Christmas. Lessons offer a unique opportunity to experience the ‘Game of Kings’ from the other side of the fence and gain more appreciation for the sport ahead of the next polo season. Vouchers start from £145 for a half day and are redeemable at several clubs around England. They’re beautifully packaged, too. poloexperiences.com
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Discover London’s most stylish spots to spark up that special cigar Words: Scott Manson
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hen the UK’s smoking ban relegated tobacco fiends to cold and draughty outdoor terraces, it could have sounded the death knell for those who enjoyed the more rarefied pleasures of a fine cigar. After all, a cigarette can be rushed in all weathers, but a good cigar deserves to be enjoyed in warmth and with dignity. Thankfully, the capital has responded with the sort of resolve and initiative that Brits are famous for, creating some fabulous smoking terraces and rooms that are so good you may linger long after the final puff.
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The Wellesley GQ magazine dubbed it ‘THE place to smoke cigars in London’ and, while we’d be reluctant to award one place top billing, this cigar connoisseur’s paradise certainly takes some beating. One of the few places in London that allows you to light up, provided you cover a minimum spend at the bar, it also offers a wide range of quality smokes and some brilliant cocktails too. thewellesley.co.uk
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Take a stroll up some stairs from this fabulous hotel’s lounge bar and restaurant area and you’ll find yourself in the capable hands of Davidoff owner Edward Sahakian and his son Eddie. In a peaceful ‘man cave’ of a cigar shop they’ve set up the perfect spot for sampling some extremely rare Cuban Davidoffs (up to £1000), as well as some that are priced for those with a smaller wallet. Excellent air purification means this enclosed room meets all official standards. bulgarihotels.com
The Lanesborough A fabulous luxury hotel on Hyde Park – once home to the capital’s most expensive suite – its Garden Room offers a sophisticated spot to enjoy some of their Cuban and pre-Castro cigars from the walk-in humidor. And what better to pair it with but a one-of-a-kind cognac, with some of the hotel’s bottles dating back to the 1700s. A wood-panelled ‘ceiling’ and high surrounding hedges give this a cosy feel, with underfloor and overhead heating keeping smokers toasty on even the coldest evenings. oetkercollection.com
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Corinthia Hotel Garden Lounge Italian maestro Massimo de Munari hand-crafted the walk-in humidor that houses a collection of 110 different sticks from 18 brands which guests can enjoy at this magnificent hotel. Enjoy them in the David Collins-designed alfresco lounge, complete with cosy, stylish throws and fireplaces for cold days and an elegant glass roof to keep you dry. corinthia.com
Dukes Hotel Cigar Garden Small but perfectly formed, and open from 6pm to 11pm, this is an ideal spot to enjoy a cigar and one of the hotel’s celebrated cognacs. Legend has it that James Bond author Ian Fleming coined the phrase ‘shaken not stirred’ here, thanks to the world-famous martinis served at the bar, so smokers may want to enjoy one of these perfectly mixed creations with their Cuban rarities instead. dukeshotel.com
James J Fox This prestigious family-owned tobacconist is a brand that began in 1787 – with claims to be the oldest cigar shop in the world. One thing is clear, the staff here really know their stuff and the place is a mecca for the discerning cigar enthusiast. Winston Churchill and Oscar Wilde both bought their cigars here and the store has also been the holder of many royal warrants. Up to 25 people can be accommodated in its upstairs sampling room. Dukes Hotel Cigar Garden
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May Fair Hotel Cigar Terrace Situated in the buzzing heart of Mayfair, this stylish smoking terrace attracts fashion types and oligarchs in equal measure. Exotic and sensual, like a Moroccan hideaway, its floor level lighting and shimmering curtains – together with a powerful heating system – makes it the sort of place where time drifts away. themayfairhotel.co.uk
Davidoff of London Should you find yourself on Jermyn Street, picking up some new shirts at Emma Willis or Turnbull & Asser, for example, then don’t miss a cigar sampling session at this venerable St James’s institution. Place yourself in a sampling chair, which sits in the centre of the store, and take in some of the other artisan-crafted accessories on offer – from fine walking sticks to handmade umbrellas.
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The Den If you’re looking for the perfect, intimate hideaway, The Den at 100 Wardour Street, complete with humidor, is the place to go. Expertly mixed cocktails, live grassroots music, and a selection of the finest hand rolled cigars are the order of the day (or evening) here, and the laid-back atmosphere will invite you to stay all night. Taking their first class mixology skills next door, the bartenders from the cocktail bar and restaurant serve up the perfect cocktails to complement your cigar. The extensive cigar menu caters to anyone from the first time smoker to the cigar aficionado, and if you’re feeling flash, a box of Vegas Robaina 5th anniversary cigars will set you back a cool £6,000. thedenwardour.com
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MAGIC MOMENTS One of London’s most traditional hotels has taken a gamble with its flagship restaurant. Is the capital ready for Mexican with a twist?
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hink Park Lane hotels and certain words and phrases come to mind. Luxurious, certainly, but also staid, overly traditional and living on glories past. No one has namechecked the Met Bar as a hot spot for at least a decade and The Dorchester, although home to a fine French restaurant, is more dickie bows and ballrooms than cutting edge culinary goings-on. That’s why Ella Canta, the high-end Mexican restaurant set in the Intercontinental Hotel, has got London’s foodies all-a-flutter. The buzz about this place is ridiculous thanks to some seriously good reviews. Plus the fact that’s it’s helmed by celebrity chef Martha Ortiz, whose Mexico City restaurant, Dulce Patria, consistently ranks among Latin America’s best. An exuberant character, Ortiz is also a judge on Top Chef Mexico. And it’s this colourful, magical style that’s proved such a hit here at the concrete junction end of Park Lane. Like a wild flower pushing through the paving stones, Ella Canta is a beautiful anomaly and deserves to be huge success. From the floral-headpieced waitresses to the David Collins-designed space itself – complete with a 45-metre hand-carved walnut screen that runs the length of the restaurant – and the brilliantly eclectic mix of
music soundtracking our night, this place combines good cooking with good times. Edible golden grasshoppers atop guacamole was an interesting opening, as was an unusual Mexican take on Caesar salad which featured grilled gem lettuce, fried anchovies, anchovy dressing, grated cheese and some spicy mayonnaise. The verdict around the table veered from ‘What the…?” to “I love it.” And it’s that sort of place. Even if you’re not sure about one dish, something to your taste is sure to follow. It’s like Russian roulette dining, but obviously better because no one dies. What we did all agree on was that the soft shell crab was a sublime dish, while the chunky, charred and ultra-tender beef fillet – served with black chichilo and aubergine – was the standout of the night. There are plenty of desserts to tempt you too, but save yourself time and just order the churros – a doughy, caramel, chocolatey affair that your taste buds will thank you for. Ella Canta – putting the fun back in hotel fine dining – one golden grasshopper at a time. ellacanta.com
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DECK the HALLS As high-end hotels recruit the help of famous artists and designers to create their festive displays, Tempus discovers that there’s more to Christmas trees than tinsel and baubles
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he most luxurious London hotels need more than just a Christmas tree and some fairy lights for their festive decor. They start planning their big budget displays months in advance, usually amid great secrecy. “We work through the night,” said Kally Ellis, MD and founder of the multi-million pound McQueens floristry business, which provides elaborate floral arrangements for five-star hotels including the Rosewood London. “Hotels require overnight installation – we’re rather like the elves at Christmas time. All of the magic happens behind the scenes and so discreetly.” The festive season is said to commence when Claridge’s unveils its Christmas tree – and for the past nine years, the London landmark has collaborated with designers including Burberry, Dior, Dolce & Gabbana and Lanvin to create a show-stopping centrepiece. Last year it was Sir Jony Ive, chief design officer at Apple, and industrial designer Marc Newson, who took the creative helm with an immersive experience that featured four-metre high light boxes with images of snow-covered silver birch trees. Ellis was tasked with the Christmas design in 2012. Technology is helping decorations to become more interactive. This year, the façade of the Rosewood London features a digital display telling the story of a young girl at Great Ormond Street Hospital (the hotel’s chosen charity) and the journey to fulfilling her Christmas wish. Guests can watch as she travels through a cityscape silhouette to a candy toy land. There’s also a sensory display in the hotel’s archway where guests can change the atmosphere, colour and pattern using a device provided by Samsung. Inside the hotel, Ellis’ team created Scandinavian-inspired displays. “Think log cabins, white ice and plenty of icicles,” she said. The décor also features miniature conifers, natural white branches, crystals and pines. »
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“We’ll use a combination of sketches and mood boards to pull the look together,” she added. “We were very much given the brief by the hotel this year. The Rosewood is a fabulous space with lots of hidden corners and different rooms, so every bit of the design has to work in all parts of the hotel.” Many high-end venues choose to work with well-known artists to transform their Christmas offerings into works of art in their own right. In 2015, Damien Hirst was famously commissioned to decorate a tree for The Connaught, while one of Tate Britain’s most controversial festive displays was created by none other than Tracey Emin. This year, artist Kristjana Williams has worked on the Victorian Christmas-inspired centrepiece for The Savoy in conjunction with British fragrance house Penhaligon’s. The hotel, which first opened its doors in 1889, boosts an ode to Christmas past with a magnificent tree in the front hall decorated with limited edition glass baubles. There’s also a 3D design of an exquisite pop-up storybook including a vintage car, with glittering lights, which is whizzing along transporting Christmas presents. The Savoy’s floral team will work through the night on 25 November to transform the hotel while guests slept. Elsewhere in London, local illustrator, ceramicist and textile designer John Booth was commissioned to design a tree for the London Edition’s lobby this year. He describes the bold, bright design as “an exploration in contrasting materials including fabric, ceramic and plaster.” The Langham, meanwhile, has gone for a celebration theme, with a striking installation inspired by the pop of a champagne bottle. Made Up Ltd created the sculpture made in association with Perrier Jouet Blanc de Blancs NV, and it’s the perfect complement to the chandeliers and champagne-coloured walls in the hotel’s Palm Court restaurant. The installation’s champagne ‘bubbles’ are handblown clear class baubles attached to brass rods. “The glass bubbles are lit up, changing from cool white to soft green and Langham pink,” explained Rosanna Payne, Made Up Ltd’s project manager. “We looked at the history of the Langham and wanted a design that would reflect its elegance and luxury.” The extravagant Christmas displays help hotels to attract more visitors. But for the designers, there are other rewards. “We always receive such amazing feedback, particularly now that the world is ruled by social media,” said Ellis from Rosewood London. “More than that, it’s knowing your client is happy and that you’ve created a memorable Christmas moment.”
A sneak preview of McQueens’ display for Rosewood London The Langham’s display is inspired by a champagne bottle
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Shake off the post-Christmas blues and usher in the New Year at one of these stylish gatherings Words: Scott Manson
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London Annabel’s New Year’s Eve Party This historic members’ club – still going strong after 53 years – hosts a legendary New Year’s Eve party. It includes a fabulous four-course dinner and a performance by the star and cast of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Dress code: black tie. annabels.co.uk
Drama VIP West End club, where the likes of Rihanna and Jay-Z shake their stuff when they’re in town, promises a stylish and hedonistic start to 2018. And loud, thanks to its punchy Funktion 1 sound system. dramaparklane.com
Kensington Roof Gardens Arguably the finest rooftop bar and restaurant in London brings in the New Year with a Hollywood-themed party that befits the A-list clientele that often frequent this celebrated spot. Tickets (£160) are going fast, and include some food and welcome drinks. virginlimitededition.com
Bush House Best known for its broadcasting connections, this historic venue is the setting for New Year’s Eve Overlooking the Thames – a black tie event that sees DJs, dancing, drinking and dining until 2am. Expect party anthems and amazing riverside views. kingsvenues.com
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Atlantis The Palm Expect glitz, glamour and probably the best firework display you’ll ever see at this royal gala by the beach. From heaving buffet tables crammed with gourmet cuisine (think lobster, caviar and, of course, amazing shawarmas) plus unlimited drinks, this is a family-friendly event like no other.  atlantisthepalm.com
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USA New Year’s Eve at the Knickerbocker Beat the crowds by joining a celebration just 150ft below New York’s Times Square Ball – the closest live view of the event in the world. Staying at the famous Knickerbocker Hotel (pictured), the package includes luxury accommodation and tickets for the hotel’s rooftop party, complete with champagne and buffet. theknickerbocker.com
Encore’s NYE Party Las Vegas hotel shows 2018 the welcome mat with events running through its three clubs. A host of top bands and DJs (such as Diplo) will perform on the night. Get those VIP table bookings in now. wynnlasvegas.com
Dita Von Teese’s New Year’s Eve Gala Los Angeles’ hip Ace Hotel is the setting for this unique bash from the queen of burlesque. Expect a journey of fantasy and spectacle, plus some great live music, performed for a party-hungry crowd. axs.com
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Festivities at the George V For £1,100 per person, you could enjoy a gastronomic odyssey at Le Cinq, one of the best restaurants in Paris – situated at the George V hotel. Two Michelin stars and a superb wine cellar (plus a world vice-champion sommelier on hand) ensures it will be a night no foodie will ever forget. » fourseasons-georgev.com
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Belmond Copacabana Palace Rio’s second biggest party after carnival is Réveillon on New Year’s Eve. Every year, thousands crowd on to Copacabana Beach to watch the fireworks but you can enjoy the evening in much more style. Head to this exquisite hotel to enjoy live music, a buffet dinner and a perfect, balcony-side view of the beach and celebrations. belmond.com
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Potato Head Beach Club If you’re looking for a lively all-night party, then this famous Bali beach club is the place to check. You’ll want to do it like a VIP, of course, so book the top ticket that gets you a delicious Indonesian buffet and free-flowing drinks throughout the night. Top UK DJs The Cuban Brothers and Pete Herbert will keep the party rocking until the early hours. ptthead.com
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Tempus: How would you describe your style? Ben Mosley: I am most definitely an expressionist artist. If I could relate my style to another artist, it would be a Picasso-meets-Keith Haring. My work is emotive, tribal and primitive. I like creating ‘team spirit’ images of people all together in a circle to represent friendship, unity and coming together to achieve something. Do you prefer to paint from the perspective of the players or fans? Both, really. I used to play so I know the game well. I understand what it's like to be a footballer on the pitch and I also know what it's like to be a fan. I understand why people find it so important. It’s a strange concept going to watch 11 strangers kicking a ball around, but they are representing something you're proud of. You're part of it, part of this tribe. It becomes an extension of you. How did you come to work in the niche of ‘sports art’? I was heavily involved with football at university, where I studied fine art. While I was captain of the football team, someone said to me ‘why don’t you paint about something you enjoy doing? Why don’t you paint about football?’ That was like a green light for me because throughout school, football had always been taboo for me, particularly when it came to art. I never thought I’d be allowed to paint about it so I never tried. I started painting about the relationships in football and the way the crowd comes together to celebrate. I experimented with mono-printing. From there I moved on to canvas drawing and looked at the team aspect of the sport and how football brings people together. From that moment, my work became more to do with support and relationships than players scoring goals. Tell us about some of your favourite projects to date. Currently, I do all sorts of things. I painted live at the Olympics in 2012, where I was one of the official artists. I did a huge mural depicting Team GB’s success and created a story of how the athletes come from us, the people. It shows a person walking up to a bridge, turning into a diver and diving off, transforming into a swimmer who then comes out of the water and becomes a cyclist, cyling through the city with the London skyline in the background. After that, I went on to work with Man United, Sir Alex Ferguson and Wayne Rooney to create pieces that were sold to help their foundation. I’ve done a lot of charity work and raised over £500,000 through paintings that have been auctioned off at the end of events. Do you enjoy live painting? Live painting is very demanding because you’re there in front of people, putting yourself on the line. But then again, I like the performance side of it because I get to connect with people and show them something they’ve never seen before, in a way that I would do in my studio. I’m letting them into my world. The pressure also brings out the best in me. Many of my best pieces have been done live. I improvise. It’s spontaneous. Like a jazz musician will fly off on a tangent, its similar when I do live painting. I did a live painting of Ed Sheeran at the Natural History Museum. He was great to meet. The art piece was covered in golf leaf. It almost looked like an album cover. What’s next for you? The next level would be to become a household name, and with some of the stuff I’ve done there’s no reason why I can’t be. It’s just about getting my work out there. It’s about patience and timing. benmosleyart.com
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to establish themselves as dual season resorts, such as Chamonix and Courcheval 1650, are outperforming the market. Chalet estates can fetch more than £22,600 per square metre in Switzerland and £22,000 elsewhere in the Alps. “Features include private spas, pools, games rooms, home cinemas, guest and staff quarters, the finest fixtures and fittings, unobstructed mountain views, lift from the garage to all floors, ski-in and ski-out, and a nearby airport accommodating private jets,” noted Green.
Diletta Giorgolo of Italy Sotheby’s International Realty reports demand for wellness amenities, from spas and saunas to Turkish baths. “They offer buyers a relaxed, healthy lifestyle, reflecting the ethos of the slopes – and add a significant premium to a property.” Well-heeled chalet-dwellers want “everything to be easy with no hassle,” argued Erna Low’s James Ross; while Alpine Marketing’s Jessica Delaney believes double chalets joined underground are now the height of splendour. “This market’s active if we can find the right product.”
Affluent Americans simply build big ‘mountain contemporary’ homes of stone, glass and highgloss cabinetry, points out TD Smith of Telluride Real Estate Corp, a Christie’s International Real Estate affiliate. He said: “With zoning for only 5,000 single family units, Telluride isn’t overcrowded. We keep it quaint, avoid ‘glitter’ and probably have more CEOs per capita than any other resort, as Telluride offers second-home owners privacy. It’s not a town to be ‘seen in’; therefore, the Hollywood crowd’s non-existent.” »
Verbier A ‘ski-in’ interlinked 12-bedroom, 11-bathroom, 12,000 square foot double chalet estate in La Tinte, the heart of Verbier. On a prime elevated plot with panoramic mountain views, and easy access to Medran ski lift and the centre of this Swiss resort. The impressive property, named Chalets Le Sitelle and Le Picotin, is on the market for CHF 32m (£24m). sphereestates.com
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Val d’Isère It’s mais oui to this seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom €19.9m (£17.5m) Savoie sanctuary set over five floors in the village of les Carats, near the Bellevarde slope in Val d’Isère, French Alps. Goodies include professional kitchen, après ski lounge with bar, ski room, pool, hammam, sauna, multimedia room and southeast facing terrace. » tranio.com
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Cortina D’Ampezzo Luxe la dolce vita five-bedroom, five-bathroom chalet in Belluno, the gem of the Dolomites. Think three presidential suites with fireplaces, wet bar, fitness, massage and relaxation areas; and soundproofed cinema with large screen and home theatre. On sale now for €16m (£14m). sothebysrealty.com
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Sunset Ridge Home on the range on steroids. Cliffside glass-and-steel Telluride mansion on a private peninsula, with Bulthaup chef ’s kitchen, cosy hearth room, internal bridge over landscaped stream leading to the master wing, exercise zone, theatre and video gaming rooms, and Rocky Mountain vistas. Yours for $27.5m (£20m). christiesrealestate.com
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inimalism has been a dominant, macro trend over the last few years, with clean, pared-back interiors leading the way, but could an interiors renaissance be approaching? Calling for bold colours and decadent features, maximalism is on the rise. Minimalists needn’t worry, however. Whether you’re committed to the Marie Kondo way of life, or you prefer the ‘more is more’ approach, these attention-grabbing features can be incorporated into any decor and are sure to leave a lasting impression. »
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Under the sea Aquariums are known for their calming effect but, when incorporated into the interior architecture of the home, they can give an entirely new perspective to the space, offering it an otherworldly, subaquatic appeal. Gone are the days when bespoke aquariums were the preserve of the flamboyant. An entirely new contemporary approach to aquarium architecture has given the humble fish tank a new lease of life, paving the way for a resurgence of this innovative interior design feature. When built into a dividing wall, aquariums allow light to pass through more easily, lending a closed off space an open plan feel. In wall aquariums can also be particularly eye-catching in hallways and landing areas, and are always a talking point amongst guests. An incredible array of bespoke aquariums are available at Aquarium Architecture, priced per project. If you’re pushed for time, readymade freshwater tanks start at £7,000 while saltwater tanks start at £10,000. aquariumarchitecture.com
Luxe lighting Choosing the right lighting in the home is of the utmost importance as it can completely alter the ambience, and overall feel, of a room. While the pendant light has been at the centre of home interiors for some time, it might be time they took a backseat to more impressive lighting sculptures. A magnificent light fixture hanging from the centre of a room will draw the eye and make a statement. Ian Cameron of London-based design studio Cameron Design House, bespoke creators of Luminaire lighting, said: “There is something inherently different about the connection we have with lighting. We don’t physically interact with it, beautiful lighting is just to be appreciated.” The perfect lighting is a balance between functionality and style, and this tiered, loop LED strip, drop chandelier, is both sophisticated and showstopping. Salo Elama scultpures from Cameron Design House (as above) can be made with up to 12 rings. Prices start from £6,000. camerondesignhouse.com
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Statement style A great sofa is the foundation of any living room, and while we often opt for a pared-back design in a neutral hue to complement a stronger focal point, why not make the sofa itself the centre of attention? To afford your living room a sense of grandeur, forego the traditional and choose a piece that demands attention. Whether it has a captivating silhouette, a bold colour scheme, or a distinct fabric, the statement sofa is a style staple. When choosing your statement sofa, it’s important to think about the area it will occupy. A smaller sofa will get lost in a larger room, while a substantial piece will overpower a more modest space – balance is key. Keep the rest of the colour palette understated, and opt for clean lines when choosing the surrounding furniture, allowing the sofa to truly stand out. This Nina Pale Pink sofa from Serene Sofa is £1,799, available from Tracey Boyd, Sonder Living or Harrods. » sonderliving.com
Bath and beyond Gone are the days when a bathroom was purely functional. Basic, utilitarian designs of times past have been replaced by design-led retreats. Today’s bathroom should be an indulgent place of sanctuary, inspiring tranquility and perhaps even envy. The design of this room should be as carefully considered as any other room in your home, and tailored to your specific needs. At the heart of every great bathroom is an inviting tub that simply begs you sink inside it and unwind. A bespoke bathroom, curated using luxury materials, will do just that. For some inspiration, Apaiser, the self-styled home of bath couture, has partnered with interior design aficionado Kelly Hoppen, to create a collection of pieces combining Apaiser’s signature material, apaisermarble, with Hoppen’s forward-thinking eye for contemporary design. Short of commissioning the interior queen herself to breathe new life into your home, one way to add that signature Hoppen luxe is with one of her striking bathroom pieces from the newly-launched, jewel-inspired Bijoux Collection. A bath from The Bijoux Collection, Kelly Hoppen for Apaiser, will set you back £4,097, while an Integrated Basin is priced at £808. apaiser.com/bijouxcollection
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Four times the impact If the humble divan is the Joan Baez of the bed world, the four-poster bed is the Shirley Bassey – there to make a statement. Dating back to the Tudor period, four poster beds were initially designed to provide insulation but, because of their rich materials and ornate designs, they quickly became a symbol of wealth and status. With central heating a prevalent aspect of 21st century living, the four poster is no longer a necessity, but in terms of design, they will always retain an air of luxury and are having something of a revival. The classic design has been given a contemporary update, with intricate wooden spires replaced by modern, angular frames, made of natural wood or cool metals. For something a little different that will certainly stand-out, this brushed gold frame inlaid with thick, black panelling is a fantastic option. Hang some light drapes on each side for added drama. The Hoxton Four Poster Bed is available for £6,725 from And So To Bed. andsotobed.com
Make it hot Structurally, fireplaces are traditionally found set against a wall, but the advent of new technology means that modern homes have no need for a chimney breast, and fireplaces have become as much about form as they are about function. Because of this, we’re seeing a number of exciting ways to incorporate a fire into the home, from glass fires set into a dividing wall, to fireplaces suspended in the centre of a room. In the winter months particularly, an open fire provides both heat and aesthetic appeal, with the visual emanating as much warmth as the fire itself. Fireplaces have become a true focal point in living areas, but not just with traditional stone or marble features. Recently, there’s been a resurgence of statement making, contemporary fireplaces with metal inlays, with double up as pieces of art within the home. Custom fireplaces can be commissioned at Modus. Wood fire models like this Black Gold hanging fireplace (left) start from £7,300. modusfireplaces.com
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Tottenham Hotspur and its official catering partner, Levy Restaurants UK, have announced the Roux family will be bringing its world-renowned fine dining experience to the club’s new stadium. Set to open next year, the 61,559-capacity venue will become London’s most unique sports and entertainment destination. Furthermore, the club aims to revolutionise the match day experience and set a new benchmark for its premium offerings with a wide range of lounges and suites. The Roux family will further enhance the premium experience by designing selected menus and overseeing every aspect of the service delivery within the stadium’s prestigious On Four lounges and suites – located on level four of the venue. The On Four concept aims to redefine the premium experience within sports and entertainment, with Michelin-calibre dining and exclusive Chef ’s Table and Player’s Table dining experiences. Guests will also enjoy exceptional surroundings, attentive service and great seats and views to enjoy the match. On Four will boast a UK first hospitality concept, Loge On Four, a series of semi-private booths boasting extraordinary dining experiences, a complimentary bar, behind the scenes access and almost unrivalled views of the pitch.
Designed to deliver the privacy and quality of an executive box with the atmosphere of a vibrant club lounge, the Loge Suites give you the perfect chance for face-to face time with guests and clients. Suites are accessible three hours before and two hours after each match, and there’s valet parking and private drop off and pick up through the club-managed limousine service, so there’s no chance an invitation will go unanswered. Also on offer is access to The H Club, potentially the best experience in world football. Only 180 seats are available directly on the halfway line, and as membership grants access to two of these seats, with only 90 founding members, The H Club is on course to become the most exclusive ‘Club within a Club’ in the world. The hospitality will rival some of London’s most renowned private members clubs, and the level of flexibility promises to outstrip any other Premier League experience of a similar calibre. In short, first-class, redefined. If you would like to receive more information about the On Four experiences, register your interest by emailing: onfour@tottenhamhotspur.com. new-stadium.tottenhamhotspur.com
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SAVE the DATE Your luxury event calendar starts here
Nitto ATP World Tour Finals 12 – 19 November The anticipated ATP World Tour Finals comes to London’s The O2 stadium in November. With a record-breaking £6m in prize money up for grabs, only eight best singles players and doubles teams are set to compete in the last few days of the season. Will favourite-to-win Rafael Nadal take the cup or will Roger Federer steal it in the final sets? There’s only one way to find out. nittoatpfinals.com
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The final racing weekend of the Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi is always an incredibly glamorous affair. VIPs pack out the paddock club at Yas Marina Circuit, giant superyachts line the track and, following the race, well-heeled partygoers flock to exclusive after parties that last all night long. Will world number one Lewis Hamilton win again? Will this be his last ever competitive F1 race? You’ll have to be there to see.
The 5th edition of the Qatar International Boat Show is set to be its brightest yet, with a new location, The Pearl-Qatar, and a shining list of exhibitors, boat manufacturers and luxury brands scheduled to sail into the harbour. If you find yourself in this part of the world, it’s worth dropping by to board the latest models and mingle with fellow enthusiasts in one of the wealthiest countries on the globe. qatarboatshow.com.qa
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Tempus Media’s star-studded annual Christmas Party is set to be more lavish than ever before. Taking over a new venue, The Rumpus Room in the Mondrian London, this year’s party will feature celebrity guests, surprise performances and designer art installations. Christmas has officially begun!
A major new exhibition to mark the 70th anniversary of one of the most iconic car brands in the world, Ferrari: Under the Skin at London’s Design Museum is an unmissable event for motoring enthusiasts. Opening on 17th November, the exhibit drives through seven decades of Ferrari’s history. From the very first Ferrari, rare cars and historic memorabilia, to the newest hybrids and exclusive films featuring those behind the world-famous brand, there’s a lot to discover. Tempus’s highlight? Michael Schumacher’s winning Formula One car.
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Antigua Charter Show 4 – 10 December An eye-opening showcase of the world’s nest charter yachts, in one of the most beautiful destinations on the globe, the Antigua Charter Show is a highlight for boat enthusiasts in the Caribbean. If you’re a charter show regular or a seasoned broker, show support for the region following the devastating hurricane season by continuing to attend and supporting business in the local area. antiguayachtshow.com
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THE DB11 VOLANTE.
Introducing Aston Martin’s most elegant convertible.
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Aston Martin Wilmslow | Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5BQ | Tel 01625 543 030
Official government fuel consumption figures in litres/100km (mpg) for the Aston Martin Range: urban 22.5-19.3 (12.6-14.6); extra urban 10.4-9.1 (27.2-31.0); combined 14.7-12.8 (19.2-22.1). CO2 emissions 343-298. Victoria (Bavaria) Limited is a credit broker/intermediary that can introduce you to a limited number of lenders to provide funding for your vehicle. They may incentivise us for introducing you to them. Images used for illustration purposes only.
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