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It’s amazing how time goes by when you are having a great time. We want to

thank our readers and sponsors for such a fantastic year, full of trips, adven-

tures and luxury beyond our wildest dream.

For this year’s final issue, we have many surprises in store for you, from a ter-

rific vacation to some of Mexico’s greatest paradises to the perfect champagne to

toast on these holidays. Enjoy all the thrill of the best of the equestrian scene and

prepare to look your best with our season trends guide for style.

If you are looking for the best ride to begin 2014, don’t forget to take a look at our

Test Drive pages, you definitely don’t want to miss it; and if you are set to make

the most of the snowy season, check out the great tips our fashion consultant has

prepared specially for you.

Once again, we want to thank you for an unbelievable year, and we hope you

enjoy this issue we have so lovingly prepared for you.

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ContentsDecember / January

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EXPRESSIONS

HOLIDAY LOOKSThe trendiest outfi ts to enjoy

your New Year’s holidays.

NEWS

Hermès Medor Watch, Roja

Parfums and all you need to end

the year in style.

LOOKSSay goodbye to 2013 in style

with these fantastic options we

prepared for you.

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HOURS The best timepieces chosen by experts

in 2013 SIAR edition.

JEWELSDiamonds are a girl’s best friends:

enjoy them in these fabulous bracelets.

MUSTHot essentials to update your wardro-

be with the latest trends.

SEASON TRENDSSlide down the hills in style as you slide

with the most amazing looks.

SPACE & DESIGNDiscover the magic and comfort of the

best sofas for your home.

SOUTH DESTINATIONSChoose your adventure and discover

the wonders of Mexican paradises.

THE BLISSFUL TOUCHRelax and renew as you visit three

fantastic spas.


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ContentsAugust / September

ContentsAugust / September

SPIRITS

SOMMELIERThe best choices for a bubbly holiday

toast.

5 BESTDreamlike choices to make the most

of the snow season.

EQUESTRIAN INDOOR SEASONDiscover the excitement of the East

Coast equestrian scene.

TEST DRIVEElegance and speed come together

with these breathtaking cars.

TRAVELWelcome 2014 celebrating to the

top under Cancun’s starry sky.

WHERE TO

Great stores to enjoy your fi nal

2013 shopping spree.

NORMANDYLovely French setting and the

joy of the equestrian world.

PICTURE PERFECTAll the excitement of the equ

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The tack store you were looking for!

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LOOKSEverything you need to say goodbye to 2013 in style and celebrate looking your best.

HOURSThe most exceptional watches for him and her and the extraor-dinary tourbillon.

SEASON TRENDS The best fashion for those who want to experience real freedom and fun.

MAN OF STYLEMassimiliano Giornetti,designer of one of the most prestigious brands for women and men.

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ExpressionsSEASON TRENDS A selection of the items that both him and her should have for this holiday season. We know you will be the envy of everyone.

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LooksEXPRESSIONS


Holiday season

1. Elegant Complement Shoes are as important as

the tuxedo you wear. An

elegant pair of Scalpers will

never let you down. scalpers.com.es

2. Personal Style The tie you decide to wear

will speak a lot about

yourself. Choose one that is

true to your style. thomaspink.com

3. Charming TouchTo look impeccable, every

single detail must be perfect.

These cuffl inks will be the

icing on the cake. jackbunneys.co.ukm

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CHRISTMAS and New Year’s

Eve fi ll our agendas with exce-

llent excuses to eat, dance, laugh

and drink with our beloved ones.

This time of the year gives us the

perfect opportunity to wear our

best tuxedo or evening gown and

splurge style party after party.

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4. Dancing ShoesNo one better than

Jimmy Choo to take

with you to the dance

fl oor. jimmychoo.com

5. Rubies and DiamondsA stunning set of ruby

and diamond earrings

designed by world

premier jeweler, Moti

Ferder. luganodiamonds.com

6. Chic ClutchCarry only the essentials

in this gorgeous Alexan-

der McQueen clutch. alexandermcqueen.com

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EVERYONE KNOWS THAT A TIMEPIECE by one of the most ac-

claimed watchmakers, more than luxury,

is an investment. Of course, we are talk-

ing about pieces whose manufacture is

so flawless that their value keeps grow-

ing year after year, which would never

happen with an ordinary watch.

Jaeger-LeCoultre is one of the most

acclaimed watchmakers, brand of in-

ternational prestige and famous thanks

to their impossible complications and

reversible watches. This brand offers

the world real masterpieces, made by

Jaeger LecoultreJaeger LecoultreENGRAVED ELEGANCE

the hands of a new generation of young

watchmakers ready to conquer the world

of this exacting market.

Choose your favorite timepiece and

make it truly your own by requesting the

exclusive engraving process, trademark

of this house. Engrave your initials, the

portrait of a loved one, an unforgettable

date in which time seemed to stop, you

name it.

Take this wonderful opportunity and

make any time your own with a Jaeger-

LeCoultre masterpiece.

jaeger-lecoultre.com

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NewsEXPRESSIONS

GAZILLIONAIRE OLSEN SISTERS, now far

away from the nursery days of “Full House” and at

age 27, have successfully earned a name for them-

selves as business women and fantastic fashion

designers: they are making their own way, creat-

ing new trends and pleasing the world as they do.

The famous Alligator Backpack is the perfect

token of what The Row –their brand– has to

show to the world as a masterpiece of beauty

and functionality: no wonder why these twins

are defi nitely the fashion IT girls.

Equ Lifestyle presents you with their most

luxurious bag ever since they launched their

brand in 2006 and their bags collections in 2011.

There are only 12 limited edition backpacks,

each and every one with fancy details like: real

gold metalwork, hand made stitching, exclusive

leather and more.

All that lavishness comes in different shades

to bedazzle anyone.

Handmade in Italy under the traditional leath-

er tooling techniques and exclusive and original

wares, this The Row Alligator Backpack is the

ultimate object of affection in the fashion world.

A demure yet outstanding design made of

black alligator patent leather from the Nile re-

sults in an elegant, sophisticated and luxurious

bag you just can’t help but coveting. Plus its

practical size helps you easily accommodate ev-

erything you carry along on a daily basis.

Alligator leather helps the body of the bag

stand imposingly, the adjustable straps help

you get a better fi tting to your body, many inner

pockets keep all the stuff you need orderly and,

for the casual touch, a top cord for the girls who

like to carry their backpack on the side shoulder,

on their hands or any way they see fi t. You just

have to make it your own.

With a breathtaking starting price of $39,000

dollars for each alligator backpack handmade in

Italy, this bag is the most expensive from The Row

collection. But rest assured that the outstanding

quality in design and richness of its raw material

are way more fantastic than money can buy.

therow.com

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LooksEXPRESSIONS

Colddays

1. Italian WarmthLet the Italian style and qual-

ity of Brunello Cucinelli keep

you warm during the coldest

days of this season. brunellocucinelli.com

2. Play With ThemLeave aside your conven-

tional silk ties for a while and

dare to play with different

materials and textures. hackett.com

3. Lockit VoyageThe Lockit Voyage will go

with you anywhere, with the

elegance and the space all

your things deserve. louisvuitton.com

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THE BEST way to deal with

the weather we’ll be having on

the next few months, is to dress

in layers that you can put on and

remove again and again through-

out the day. Invest in turtleneck

sweaters, light jackets and a good

coat. A pair of gloves and a scarf

will come in handy, too.

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4. Chukka BootsA pair of suede boots

are an essential and very

useful item for this time of

the year.

johnwhiteshoes.com

5. Loyal FriendA good scarf, like this one

from Thomas Pink, will be

your faithful companion

for the upcoming months.

thomaspink.com

6. Powerful TimeThe power reserve of this

watch launched at Basel-

world 2013, extends to a

minimum of 65 hours.

patek.com

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Track KeeperEl Tambour Twin Cronograph

de Louis Vuitton es perfecto

para cronometrar el tiempo

o simplemente portarlo para

cualquier ocasión

Track KeeperLouis Vuitton’s Tambour Twin Cro-

nograph has a versatile design and

so, is perfect to wear on all sorts of

occasions, always looking your best.

louisvuitton.com

Watch Of The YearSwatch System 5i

Grand ComplicationsA. Lange & Söhne Grand Complication

Watch ValueCartier Rotonde Double Tourbillon Chronograph

Mejor CronógrafoLouis Vuitton Tambour Twin Chronograph

Sport WatchBlancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe

Concept WatchGirard- Perregaux Constant Escapment

Brand On The RiseDe Bethune Db 28t Black Gold

Ladies WatchJaeger-Le Coultre Rendez-Vous Celestial

The stars of this edition

As it happens once a year, the key play-ers in the timekeepers’ world get together in Mexico City to celebrate one of the top events in the industry and pay homage to

the best timepieces of this edition.

HOURSHOURSHOURSHOURSSTAR PIECES

Lady LikeJaeger-LeCoultre’s Rendez-Vous Celestial

is a fi ne example of timeless elegance

and unparalleled sophistication.

Jaeger Le Coultre.com

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High ValueA real mystery on the go,

that is what this Cartier

Rotonde Double Tourbillon

Cronograph represents.

cartier.com

Up & ComingDB 28T Black Gold was

the golden ticket for De

Bethune brand to become

the house to pay attention

to on this SIAR.

debethune.ch

Conceptually Great

Girard Perregaux took every-

one’s breath away with its Con-

stant Escapement timepiece.

girardperregaux.com

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Melero Boutique is pleased to have

a new location in North San Diego County at

Del Mar’s exclusive Flower Hill Promenade.

Looking for the perfect piece for an upcoming

holiday soirée or a unique holiday gift? Find

distinctive and irresistible items at this très

chic boutique.

Acquiring a keen eye for fashion must-haves

while living in Paris, Ruth Melero wanted to

bring this fabulous fashion back to California.

Since opening her first store in Little Italy

three years ago, carrying unique hard-to-find

brands such as Paul & Joe, Marie Saint Pierre,

Elena Meyer, and many new and emerging de-

signers from around the world is a specialty.

Filling her stores with a balance between so-

phisticated European flare and timeless clas-

sic pieces is the fabric of her success.

The new Flower Hill location offers a stun-

ning collection of jewelry. With designers like

Gas Bijoux from Paris, Lucas Jack of London,

Italy’s Leba Otto and Elena Meyer from Paris,

the classic yet bold pieces are certain to make

you or that special someone shimmer inside

and out. Walk out of Melero’s with an excep-

tional piece of jeweled art that could make a

t-shirt look runway ready and that little black

dress look sensational.

The perfect one-stop shop for fashion for-

ward women on the go, Melero Boutique of-

fers in-store or in-home personal styling.

This service is the ideal solution for making

great items purchased in the store work with

your current wardrobe. Your stylist will help

you weed out the items that need to go, and

bring back to life items long forgotten.

Melero’s knowledge and expertise is evident

in every designer she carries. She travels to

Paris to attend showroom and accessory fairs

where some of the top designers from around

the world can be found, ultimately choos-

ing out her pieces and collections suited for

the stylish southern California scene. The

boutique is full of classy, elegant pieces that

remain stylish year after year. With over 50

brands that can only be found in the most so-

phisticated shopping areas around the world

including Ibiza, London, Paris, Eqypt and

South Africa, treat yourself to the Melero Bou-

tique experience. Ruth Melero’s number one

priority is customer satisfaction.

Located conveniently between Showpark and

the Del Mar Fairgrounds at 2710 Via de la Valle

Suite B-150 in Del Mar and at 1918 India St in

San Diego’s Little Italy. And experience Me-

lero online at meleroboutique.com

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Happy Holidays’ sHopping

Wine and Fashion Go toGether at Melero’s

“The building on India Street in little Italy where I ope-

ned my first clothing store was built in 1888 and is on the

list of historical properties in San Diego. So I made the

place a little elegant a little whimsical, much like the litt-

le building that it’s in. Now the potential for the property

has increased greatly as the neighborhood, little Italy, is

rapidly becoming the center of downtown San Diego’s ur-

ban nightlife. Over the years I’ve thought how much fun it

would be to own a little wine tasting room, my own little

bistro wine bar. I’ve spent a lot of time traveling around

the world and on those trips I’ve always loved sitting at the

outdoor cafés watching the world go by. The little bistros

of Europe are such an intricate part of everyday life. One

afternoon while daydreaming at my little clothing store

about sitting in one of those cafés, the idea came to me

- Why not have my own? Why not turn my store into my

own unique wine bar right in the middle of little Italy? So

that’s what I’m doing! I’m designing it to have the look that

it’s been there for 100+ years. Just like the little house that

I’m building it in. The old wood floors, a small standup bar

with the wonderful French bistro chairs, the old wainsco-

ting, slow rotating fans. It looks like it’s been there as long

as the historical house where its located. It’s a small space,

so I’m designing it to be something wonderfully intimate

and romantic. With all the restaurants that already exist

in little Italy and the numerous ones that are being built,

quite literally as we speak, well you can buy a glass of wine

in any of them. In my little wine shop, I want to do more

than just sell you a glass of wine, I want you to leave with

a memory.” –Ruth Melero

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LooksEXPRESSIONS

Make a statement

1. Ballon Bleu

Floating like a balloon, the

Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier

adds a dash of elegance to

female wrists.cartier.com

2. Essentially HandyA pair of gloves, like these

ones from Bottega Veneta,

are defi nitely an essential

item for this time of the year.bottegaveneta.com

3. All-time FriendChoose a one color scarf

to combine with all of your

outfi ts and take it with you

every time.jilsander.com

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IT IS TIME to make your last 2013

style statement, and the fi rst one of

a brand new year. Prepare to stand

out from the crowd by incorporating

three quarter length and oversized

coats to your closet, monochrome

attires –we suggest navy blue, pink,

white or dark green colors–, and

adapt the boyish look to your per-

sonality for the offi ce or a party.

Make a statement

Floating like a balloon, the

Ballon Bleu watch by Cartier

adds a dash of elegance to

ones from Bottega Veneta,

item for this time of the year.

All-time Friend

to combine with all of your

outfi ts and take it with you

to make your last 2013

style statement, and the fi rst one of

a brand new year. Prepare to stand

out from the crowd by incorporating

three quarter length and oversized

coats to your closet, monochrome

attires –we suggest navy blue, pink,

white or dark green colors–, and

adapt the boyish look to your per-

sonality for the offi ce or a party.

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LooksEXPRESSIONS

4. Simply Beautiful A Bottega Veneta clutch

will always be a beauti-

ful addition to any look.bottegaveneta.com

5. Smart ChoiceCombined with pants, a

skirt or a dress, the black

booties are the best option.

ysl.com

6. Fireworks Crystal CuffOscar’s love for gardening

can be seen in this state-

ment piece with Swarovski

crystal fl oral motifs.oscardelarenta.com

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A. Link & Co.Wrap this luxurious

bracelet around your

wrist and bedazzle the

world with its beauty.

alinkandco.com

AspreyIf you are looking for that perfect

and lavish accessory to celebrate

some special occasion, this is

defi nitely the way to go.

asprey.com

A GIRL’S BEST FRIENDDIAMOND BRACELETS.

jewels

Elise DrayWhite gold and diamond

interweaved together in

this fabulous statement

piece named the

Serpent Bracelet.

elisedray.com

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Tiffany & Co.Art Deco comes back

to life in this gorgeous

creation made of onyx

and diamonds.

tiffany.com

Marshall PierceGeometry is the basis for elegance in

this architectonic jewel designed by

Marshall Pierce.

marshallpierce.com

Harry WinstonAll the allure and glam of

the 20’s comes to life in this

elegant and luxuriant one-of-

a-kind jewel.

harrywinston.com

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MustEXPRESSIONS


Winter From Head To Toe

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31. Clever PurchaseRemember to invest

in a good jacket, like

this Hackett, to be

protected from the

cold winter days.

hackett.com

3. ColdMustMake sure you have a

pair of gloves in your

winter wardrobe, they

are an indispensable

accessory.

louisvuitton.com

2. Golden EyeRay-Ban has excelled

itself in its latest

limited edition launch:

an 18-carat gold pair

of classic aviators.

ray-ban.com

4. Holdall BagThe contrast between

textures and its large

capacity design, makes

this bag ideal for

weekend getaways.

gucci.com

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Winter is here! Pay attention to our suggestions

to welcome the new season and get ready to

embrace it in high style.

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5. Master DualtimeThe dial on the

Master Tourbillon

Dualtime shows

the reference time

on 24 hours, as

well as a second

time zone. jaeger-lecoultre.com

6. At All TimesFor its neutral

hue and the fi ne

materials with

which it is made,

this sweater will be

a very useful item

at all times. brooksbrothers.com

7. Dress BeltComplement

your everyday

attire with this

calfskin and

suede belt with

silver rectangular

buckle. brioni.com

8. Fashion Writing Fashion designer

Karl Lagerfeld

has combined his

creative talent

with S.T. Dupont’s

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We Wear perfume because it rap-

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Today, choosing the right perfume is inspired

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choosing the right one becomes a crucial deci-

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The worldly acclaimed perfumer Roja Dove

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personal collection that developed into a 15-fra-

grance collection for both men and women.

In this issue, Equ Lifestyle invites you to

discover, among these fantastic creations, the

magnificent Roja Risqué Chypré from Roja

Dove, a fragrance for women. This perfume

was presented earlier this year. With bergamot

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with endless wonders you can enjoy all year

round. It contains everything from ancient

Mayan ruins, wildlife areas conducive to eco-

tourism and beautiful beaches to relax and

have a varied and ever surprising cuisine that

will fascinate you. Here are some reasons

why you should visit the Riviera Maya.

Equ Lifestyle recommends the best pla-

ces where you can enjoy luxury holidays,

like Tulum, the only Mayan archaeological

site located by the sea, that has splendid

views of the Mexican Caribbean.

Another one of our recommendations

is Xcaret, known for showing the most re-

presentative natural and cultural aspects of

Mexico. In addition, you may take part in

various water sports on its cenotes (natural

ponds) and underground rivers. Likewise,

its various shows highlight the traditions of

the Maya and Mexican heritage.

To stoke the excitement, in the Riviera

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prepared with the same ingredients than

centuries ago, giving the impression that

you just went back in time. Of course, they

also offer an eclectic mixture of culinary

delights to tempt even the pickiest eaters.

Visiting spas is something you should

always try here. The treatments offered in

the Riviera Maya are a fusion of modern te-

chniques with the ancient wisdom of the

Maya, using natural ingredients with which

to achieve the renewal of body and soul.

In addition to natural wonders, cultu-

re here is also worth seeing. November

brings one of the most renowned jazz fes-

tivals in the world, the Riviera Maya Jazz

Festival: three days of wonderful music

and world-class guests. This festival takes

place at Mamita’s Beach Club, Playa del

Carmen, Mexico. If you are into golf, an

excellent option is El Camaleon Mayakoba.

This fi eld was named due to its dramatic

change of scenery from jungle, mangrove

and sea. Its spectacular facilities will make

this practice unique to you.

You’ll never get tired of admiring the Ri-

viera Maya: it offers a combination of co-

lors and unique sunsets; a sacred land, re-

vered by generations full of knowledge and

wisdom that never ceases to amaze.

Ctra. Federal Cancún-Playa del Carmen KM 298

Solidaridad,

Q. Roo, CP 77710 Mexico.

T: +52 984 875 8000

www.mayakobagolfclassic.com

Where to stayPiafGrand Velas Riviera Maya. Quintana Roo, México. Carretera Cancún Tulúm Km. 62, Playa del Carmen, Municipio de Solidari-dad. Riviera Maya , Quintana Roo 77710, Mexico. Reservas: 01 800 831 1165rivieramaya.grandvelas.com.mx

Hacienda TresriosCarretera Cancún-Tulum, Km. 54, Tres Ríos, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico, C.P. 77760 Reservas: 01 800 262 9268 haciendatresrios.com

Maroma Mayan RivieraCarretera Cancún Tulum Km 51, Riviera Maya, Solidaridad, Quintana Roo, CP 77710, MéxicoTel: 52 (998) 872 82 00 maromahotel.com

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EMBRACE THE MYSTIQUE and charm

of this quaint colonial town, which blends

luxury and contemporary comfort to capti-

vate the most discerning travelers. Enter a

fabulous space where you will fi nd the per-

fect combination between past and future.

In each corner, Hotel Matilda combines the

ingredients for a XXI century lifestyle with

the fascination of a magical town, for a uni-

que experience. The rooms are artworks in

themselves, with ample space to relax, spec-

tacular views and top-notch technology.

One of the most pleasant experiences

in the Matilda is the cuisine of Moxi, the

signature restaurant that, under the expert

hand of chef Enrique Olvera, incorporates

a casual and cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Its menu is inspired by the rich Mexican

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tradition of street food markets and home-

cooked meals, to create a unique dining ex-

perience thanks to their reinterpretations

of Mexican classics.

On the other hand, the Matilda Spa pam-

pers you through a journey of comfort and

wellbeing, with personalized treatments sui-

ted for a wide array of preferences and needs;

therefore, let its team of specialists give a

touch of renovation to your body and mind.

Aldama 53, San Miguel de Allende,

Guanajuato, México. 1155

Tel. 01 (415) 152-1015

1-855-MATILDA

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Where to dineMoxi RestaurantAldama 53, Zona CentroSan Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato+ 415 152 1015 moxi.com.mx/es/

Hot SpotLuna RooftopNemesio Diez 11, Zona CentroSan Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato01 415 152 9700 rosewoodhotels.com

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I AM IN RIVIERA NAYARIT, surrounded

by the majestic Sierra Madre Occidental,

the waters of the Pacifi c Ocean splash my

body, while a lovely natural setting com-

pletes this relaxing experience. To enjoy

all the benefi ts that this destination offers,

stroll in the different beaches like San Blas,

main port of Nayarit state whose people

are full of the colorful and unique folklore

of Mexico. In Banderas Bay, visit charming

places like Bucerias, a little town where you

can admire one of the most beautiful sun-

rises you have ever imagined and a place

to enjoy a horseback ride along its beauti-

ful and long white sand beaches. Also, you

must visit Punta Mita, whose offer of luxu-

Riviera NayaritST. REGIS PUNTA MITA

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rious resorts and spectacular beauty and

tranquility provides the perfect setting for

dining under the starry sky and is the ideal

place for the magical experience of seeing

the humpback whale.

RELAXING TIMEAfter a couple of days to tour the surroun-

ding areas, indulge in elegant spas and rest

at the edge of the private beaches that offer

exclusive and luxurious resorts at the pla-

ce, as the Imanta Resort, stunningly emer-

ging in lush tropical vegetation with the

sole aim of offering an unforgettable com-

bination of service and setting. Meanwhile,

La Estancia Beach Resort Villa offers per-

sonalized service and massage at all times

to make you feel transformed with new

vitality. On the other hand, in the Grand

Luxxe Nuevo Vallarta you can discover the

healing powers of water with hydrotherapy

and live a special experience thanks to the

luxury of their services and facilities.

A HOLE IN ONEIf you are an experienced golfer or just a

fan, the Riviera Nayarit has the most spec-

tacular golf courses privileged by luxuriant

landscapes for you, such as the green of

Mayan Palace Nuevo Vallarta, which can

be classifi ed as a natural artwork and great

technical prowess, or the Grand Velas Re-

sort with challenging fairways and greens.

And for true lovers of the sport, Punta Mita

Pacifi c Golf Course combines an unbeata-

ble location and design on an idyllic island

rolling at the sea.

Punta Mita, Bahía de Banderas,

Nayarit, 63734 México.

Tel. 52 (329) 291-6000

fourseasons.com

Where to dineFridaAv. Cocoteros, 98 Sur, Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico C.P. 63735Local Number: +52 322 226 8677 vallarta.grandvelas.com

CarolinaSt. Regis Punta Mita Resort, Lote H4 Cond. Maestro Ramal, Carretera Federal 200 Km. 19.5, Punta de Mita, Nayarit, Mexico.Reservas: Tel: 52 (329) 291 5800 restaurantcarolina.com

Where to spaApuane Spa12 Avenue des SpèluguesFour Seasons Resort Punta MitaPunta Mita, Bahía de Banderas+329 291 6000 fourseasons.com/es/puntamita

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Rock ResoRts spa at the aRRabelle at Vail squaRe.Rock Resorts Spa at The Arrabelle is nested in the

heart of the imposing Rocky Mountains in Colora-

do. It is acclaimed for its awesome landscape that

reflects the beauty and tranquility of its natural

scenario; its decoration is elegant yet rustic as a

reminiscence of the natural Vail landscape.

The exclusive alpine spa treatments the Arrabelle

has to offer take the best natural ingredients from

this privileged location, like mountain juniper, lav-

ender, white pine and oak tree. Every therapy is

designed to relax your muscles, renew your skin,

enhance your senses and stimulate your health.

After a long day in the tracks, the golf course, the

wild river or a shopping spree, the best thing you

can do is head to the Rock Resorts Spa at the Arra-

belle and discover this charming mountain shelter.

Every season, the body treatments from the

menu are renewed according to the current

needs, always using materials that are essential

to the skin, like sage and rosemary oils, to purify

the skin and stimulate blood circulation through

an exfoliating mineral salts treatment.

Create your own bespoke experience with a cus-

tom made facial created specially to meet your

every need according to your skin type and re-

quirements. So if you want to get the ultimate

pampering experience, visit this lovely sanctuary

and let your stress melt away.

675 Lionshead Pl, Vail, CO 81657, USA

+1 970-754-7777

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The blissful touch

GRand Velas ResoRt spaThis enclosure, winner of the Condé Nast’s Most

Excellent Spa Hotel award, knows how to keep us

in harmony: by pampering our senses.

From the moment you get here, you can feel its

serene atmosphere and the luxury of its installa-

tions: your cozy refuge to live a highly revitalizing

experience, starting by its ceremonies, inspired by

the natural beauty of the Pacific Coast.

These ceremonies have been inspired by the

four elements and provide the benefits of each.

We recommend our favorite, the huichol ceremo-

ny: a treatment that will nurture each and every

part of your body. It starts with Tau-Sol, a natural

exfoliation in which the avocado seed, rice and

sandal are wrapped around your body, giving you

a feeling of freshness and leaving your skin visibly

smoother and brighter; after that, ask for a gentle

and relaxing massage as the Tukipa, where obsid-

ian puts you in touch with your body heat to acti-

vate your circulation, as this volcanic stone is said

to help harmonize energy and to promote a state

of calm and balance; the Coffee Body Wrap is the

perfect ending: an innovate treatment that facili-

tates thorough toxin disposal thought the proper-

ties of green coffee and mate herb extract that will

make you feel in the clouds.

If you visit the Riviera Nayarit, take a pause to

enjoy this spa which, with sublime details, will

you heal your body, mind and soul.

Tulum, Quintana Roo, MX 77500

Ph: 011 (52) 998 881 4740

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sense spa Rosewood hotel.San Miguel de Allende is one of the most mystical

places to visit, it is surrounded by positiveness ev-

erywhere you look. Here, high above the hills, lays

the fantastic Sense Spa on the premises of the luxu-

rious Rosewood hotel.

This state-of-the-art sanctuary provides its guests

with all sorts of therapies, massages and facials

bound to create a sense of extreme health as they

are surrounded by the most sophisticated location

among the San Miguel de Allende spas.

Each step of the process has been scrupulously

conceived to balance the energy of the surround-

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Guests are encouraged to arrive at least 30 minutes

prior to their appointment, in order to fully enjoy

all the activities and facilities waiting for them.

Sense body treatments are developed with the finest

products mixed with original native therapies to pro-

mote a sense of wellness. Each service includes an

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We invite you to book a facial expert diagnostic

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more to meet the requirements of your face, neck,

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eral make up that keeps stimulating your skin long

after your treatment is done.

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Meet the Media Mavens Behind Some Big W’s in Equestrian Sport

Behind the scenes of the successful FTI Consulting

Winter Equestrian Festival and the Washington Inter-

national Horse Show, you’ll fi nd the hardworking team

of Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. running the press room,

working tirelessly to promote and publicize the events and high-

lights. Jennifer Wood launched her eponymous public relations

fi rm in 2010, and she and her team cover equestrian events and

clients throughout North America.

HOW IT STARTEDWood is a lifelong equestrian – she started riding at age seven

and continued through school, earning a spot on the University of

South Carolina Equestrian Team. After graduating with a degree

in marketing and business, she worked for several Olympic show

jumpers in a variety of roles before entering the public relations

fi eld, joining Phelps Media Group, Inc. in 2005. “It was good tim-

ing – I wanted to stay in Wellington and Phelps Media Group was

looking for a writer.”

Five years later, she launched Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. and

Equestrian Sport Productions was the fi rst company to enlist the

fi rm’s services. “I couldn't have asked for a better fi rst client,” says

Wood. “The show and my involvement with them has grown each

year and now I work with the ESP team on the FTI Consulting Win-

ter Equestrian Festival (WEF) and the Adequan Global Dressage

Festival, along with other ESP events at Palm Beach International

Equestrian Center year-round.”

WEF WONDERS“One of my favorite moments at WEF was seeing the fi rst Great

Charity Challenge come to fruition. The event has raised $4.2 mil-

lion for Palm Beach County charities in four years, a pretty stagger-

ing number in my mind. I still don't think many of the riders at WEF

understand how important the event is to the charities that partici-

pate – one great little local charity, Wheels for Kids, fulfi lled their

yearly quota and their entire waiting list of customized wheelchairs

for handicapped children (who otherwise couldn't afford them) just

from the prize money they received in the 2011 event.”

One of Wood’s favorite WEF experiences includes watching

and reporting on the Olympic and World Equestrian Game Trials.

“There are always new horse and rider combinations that jump up

and surprise you.”

Nations Cup night during the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian

Festival is another highlight. Every section of the arena fi lls with

eager supporters, painted and dressed in their country’s colors, wav-

ing banners and fl ags - they bring a welcome level of rowdiness to

the international event. “It's always fun seeing everyone get into the

spirit of national pride,” Wood explains.

WINNING IN WASHINGTONIn 2010 and 2011, JWM did on-site press release coverage for the

Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), and that relation-

ship has grown in the past two years to include running their press

room and handling their equestrian media partnerships.

Located in the heart of Washington, D.C. the WIHS celebrated its

55th year in 2013. “Having a show in the center of a big city presents

some interesting challenges – but we love capturing the excitement

of the mix of horses and the metropolis.”

One of Wood’s most memorable moments at the WIHS was watch-

ing Lillie Keenan win the Washington International Equitation Fi-

nals when she was just thirteen years old, the youngest rider to ever

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win the Finals. Another highlight was seeing Sapphire and McLain

Ward win the prestigious President’s Cup Grand Prix, twice.

Around the WorldAfter having written hundreds of articles and press releases, Wood

notes some of her favorite show jumping moments. Early in her

career Wood wrote about Kent Farrington and Madison’s win in

the KL Grand Prix at the 2006 World Cup Finals in Kuala Lumpur,

Malaysia. “Kent and I competed together in Chicago as juniors. It

was amazing to see him win there. I always knew he would be a

successful rider, but I didn't think I would be at these international

events interviewing him.” As a bonus, her article won that year’s

USEF Pegasus Award for “Single News Article.”

And another worldly wonder, “I was lucky to witness the U.S. win-

ning the gold medal in a jump-off with Canada at the 2008 Olympic

Games in Beijing. To top it off, I got to see Hickstead and Eric La-

maze win the individual gold medal, and Beezie Madden and Au-

thentic win the bronze.”

She laughs, recalling one of the lighter moments she had covering

those 2008 Olympics, where Rolf- Göran Bengtsson lost his bid for

the individual gold medal after his horse knocked the top off the

wall. “Those two weeks were probably the most sleep deprived I've

ever been in my life, and that was the final

press conference of the Olympic equestrian

events. In front of everyone, I ended up blurt-

ing out, ‘What happened!?’ It got a big laugh

from the riders and the other journalists, and

while it was a terrible question, I ended up

with a good answer.”

She says that covering a lot of major inter-

national events early in her career helped her

become comfortable around famous riders.

“You learn quickly to swallow your nerves

and just walk up to them with questions.”

But she adds, “George Morris still makes me

a little nervous, though!”

the Future oF equestriAn MediAAs show managers move toward a greater

presence and event coverage through social

media, Wood appreciates the opportunity to show a little more

personality. “It’s more casual than written press releases, and much

faster. People can indirectly discover content that interests them,

and the reach is much greater. Though social media is becoming

increasingly more important, I do think a good balance with tradi-

tional releases is still necessary.”

In addition to expanded social media pres-

ence, Jennifer Wood sees video as becoming

a much more important aspect of event cov-

erage. “We were the first and, maybe still the

only ones, to include video links in our daily

event coverage press releases. They really

add to the experience. It makes the experience more personal when

you can read about what happened in the class and then watch an

interview with the winner.”

Perhaps the most rewarding part of her job is being able to pro-

mote the sport that she truly loves. “I enjoy explaining equestrian

sports to people and reporters who aren't familiar with it. I like try-

ing to find unique and new ways to promote events. I really enjoy

photography, though I don't have a chance to do enough of it these

days. And I enjoy the chance to write at special events like the North

American Junior Young Rider Championships - there are always a

ton of fantastic stories there.”

tWo PAssionsWood enjoys discovering behind-the-scenes stories and knowing

more about the riders and their horses. “I love talking to the more

candid riders. Sometimes people will surprise you with how much

they are willing to reveal, which is wonderful. It's what everybody

wants to read: What makes them tick? How do they do it?”

To unwind between shows, Wood spends time with her husband

and family. A vegetarian for over seven years, she is always trying

new recipes – and consistently posts photos and descriptions of her

latest culinary creations on Facebook.

Read more about WEF, WIHS and other JWM clients at

jenniferwoodmedia.com

Top: Winners of the 2013 $125,000 Presidents Cup at the Washington International Horse Show, Blue Angel and Kent Farrington.

Middle: Nations Cup Attire - Go USA.

Bottom: Jennifer Wood and husband Mark Ryder.

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How would you describe your par-ticipation witH tHe brand? did you transform it completely in order to fulfill your expectations or was tHe brand tHe rigHt fit for you all along?I have been working with Ferragamo for 15

years now, and I would define this process as

an evolution, both for the brand and for me.

I have always admired the craftsmanship, the

values, the tradition and class of Ferragamo

and now I try to take it into a new era. I think

this moment is about a new kind of minimal-

ism and I try to blend all these elements in a

very Italian way, that reflects what Ferragamo

is all about. Very contemporary, very cool,

very modern but still very inspired in Italy

and specially Florence.

wHat Have you been up to lately? wHat is new for tHe brand?I just came back from Los Angeles where

we just celebrated 100 years of Salvatore Fer-

ragamo. That really means a lot because we

are a brand that is very into craftsmanship,

working with your hands and embellish ev-

ery detail so that it can be as beautiful as it

could possibly be. That really means a lot for

me, because I come from a family that really

cherishes all those values, that knowledge,

that culture and we are extremely attached to

that as an inspiration.

wHat does it mean to you being recognized as tHe de-signer of tHe year for latin america?I am extremely proud. Every time I receive

an award, it means a lot to me because I work

a lot every year, every single day. I always

work planning a year in advance so it really

makes me happy to finally get to see the final

result of our work. And if people like it there

is nothing better than that.

wHere do you get your inspiration?Everywhere! in the last two seasons, I spe-

cially worked a lot under the influence of two

Mexican architects, Barragan and Aragones.

They were a major source of inspiration for

me during the last two collections and the

campaign for last year. I also find that the

art scene is becoming very haute and being

able to capture it and reflect it in our designs

is amazing.

wHat can we expect from your up-coming collection?I have been thinking about fashion as a life-

style, a form of art, I have a strong passion

for art, it is probably my greatest source of

inspiration. So, as a designer, you have to be

able to catch up with the moment you are

in. I am extremely proud of our next collec-

tion, as I said before: we are trying to create

a new kind of minimalism, focusing on the

structure rather than the prints or the colors.

The idea of luxury is changing a lot, for me

it’s about the execution, the quality and for

me definitely the Italianism. Ferragamo is a

brand that has always been extremely con-

nected to the idea of luxury and perfection.

in your own words, wHat is your main goal as a designer for fer-ragamo?To breathe and understand what people de-

sires and then of course, to be able to trans-

late it into a fashionable statement.

do you design for a particular kind of person?Of course I do, though it is not always a real

muse, sometimes it is an invention that you

just made up. I always imagine the kind of

lifestyle that I want to create for. Ferragamo

is a brand with a great heritage of red carpets,

celebrities, and it is all about the most beauti-

ful dress, the most beautiful jewels and so on.

I like to think that fashion is becoming

way more democratic, it is everyday we

get to see big brands mixed with everyday

streets brand and I find it to be way more

enjoyable that way.

As head designer for Ferragamo, Massimiliano Giornetti has created a legacy of his own. By taking the company to the next level with his amazing designs, true reflections of the sophistication and elegance one would expect from the brand, and imprinting his own inspiration and his one of a kind style.


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hear the enticing sound of a cork popping as we open a bottle of champagne. Surely, you are now in search of the right wine

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The end of the year is certainly a time of endless celebration. We are immersed in special events where, now and again, we

hear the enticing sound of a cork popping as we open a bottle of champagne. Surely, you are now in search of the right wine

for the big event with your beloved ones or maybe thinking about the perfect way to celebrate your 2013 accomplishments

with those lovely golden bubbles. Many of you will resource to that long kept champagne you have been patiently storing in

your cellar for a special date or maybe to celebrate and welcome the New Year. In case you don’t, we present you with the

fi nest champagne selection to toast on your celebrations.By Edel Schaub Moss, Certifi ed Sommelier

TOPChampagne

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sity. Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay,

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Fresh, lively, with tiny and persistent bubbles, ro-

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end, it is best accompanied by an exquisite crab soup

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their age-old champagne savoir-faire. Is a complex blend of ap-

proximately 120 wines of ten or more different year harvests,

some of which might even be aged up to 15 years. Thanks to the combina-

tion of such blend in Krug Grande Cuvée, you can enjoy a vivid fullness

of fl avors and a bouquet rich with generosity and absolute elegance. Its

exceptional refi nement is the result of subsequent aging of at least an-

other six years in the cellar. It takes over twenty years to elaborate each

bottle of the Krug Grande Cuvée. You will discover luscious notes of

toasted bread, hazelnut, nougat, fruit gelatin, apples, fl owers, ripe fruits,

almonds, marzipan, ginger bread, spices, brioche and honey. Subtly fresh

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The Rose Dom Ruinart is the result of blending Chardonnay in a higher

proportion and Pinot Noir from grand cru vineyards. A bright pink

champagne with golden hues and coral tones that enhance their pres-

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aftertaste. The Chardonnay delivers smoothness, and freshness. The aftertaste

is fully structured, expressing the personality of the Pinot Noir. The comple-

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Dom Ruinart Rosé a Champagne on its own league

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The time for sliding down the hills is fi nally here. Make the most of it and enjoy your snowy holidays in the best resorts.


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By: Morgana Martínez

The season for putting on your skis and sliding down the hills in style is fi nally here.

Since we are keenly aware that nothing beats a classic, we found the perfect spot in

Aspen waiting just for you.

Enjoy one of the most beloved winter getaways in America and discover all the charm

and luxury the St. Regis have prepared to welcome guests from all around the globe.

Indulge in the pleasures of one of the best snow destinations, visit the chic après-ski

spots, conquer the scene in style and enjoy your longed-for winter vacations.

This winter wonderland is located right at the base of the majestic Aspen Mountain and

a few steps away from the heart of this historic town, making this place a defi nitive must

for your Aspen adventure, the premium spot you just don’t want to miss.

If you enjoy the thrill of winter activities, this is the place for you. Four amazing

mountains render Aspen skiing unparalleled. From Snowmass to Aspen Mountain to

Aspen Highlands to Buttermilk, there is a mountain and activity for everyone, so if you

are planning on a family vacation, this is the place for you. The recommended ski season

began back in November and will run all the way to Mid April.

Aspen St. Regis has created rituals to indulge their guests you don’t want to miss, like

the ever-popular Champagne Sabering, a tradition started by John Jacob Astor when he

founded The St. Regis New York back in 1904. Guests gather for a ceremonial champagne

sabering to celebrate the transition from the day into night. As soon as the clock strikes

5:15, it is time for the skillful sabreur to open the bottles with nothing but a saber, and for

you to toast with a refreshing bubbly and celebrate your journey.

If you need to cool the excitement down a notch and just relax for a while, pay a visit to

the worldly acclaimed Remède Spa, ranked second Hotel Spa in the Continental U.S. and

the sixth Hotel Spa in the entire world and discover why this paradise is the perfect place

to meet your needs and goals towards the perfect relaxation. stregisaspen.com

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ENJOY A MAGNIFICENT RESORT, nestled at

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The Four Seasons Whistler Canada will cover you in its one

of a kind atmosphere of pleasure with its magnifi cent alpine

style installations and heated outdoor pool. You can also live

an amazing experience skiing in the two main mountains

in the region: Whistler and Blackcomb, that communicate

through the amazing Peak 2 Peak gondola: a marvel of

modern engineering that connects both mountains and

opens up endless possibilities for visitors.

After the adventure, we encourage you to take your time

and relax in the exclusive spa and restore your wellbeing

in this haven of peace enjoying the eucalyptus relaxing

treatment and sip some of their famous mojitos, a match

for their delicious dishes, representative of the local cuisine,

or also personalize your meal by creating a spice sauce

conceived by yourself. During the blending session you may

access their store of largely homegrown spices, select the

ones you like and bottle your unique recipe to give a unique

touch to your meal or to take home

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3 4 5UTAH IS ONE OF NORTH AMERICA’S fi nest mountain resort destinations. Reminiscent of

the great lodges of the Alps, Montage Deer Valley

offers comfort and elegance just 40 minutes away

from Salt Lake City International Airport; it is a

wonderful haven where guests enjoy a coveted

location atop Empire Pass, where America’s

number one ski track is located, making it a winter

destination like no other.

The perfect harmony with their environment

evokes the splendor of mountain lodges through

architectural poetics, imaginative decor and

extensive artwork collection that makes this

magnifi cent place exude a sense of privacy and

exclusivity. Also, it provides you with a beautiful

recreational paradise and cozy accommodation

A quiet walk thought a stone bridge, a ride

between fragrant fi r trees, sunny skies and fresh

air are a temptation that invites you to visit this

charming dreamlike place where the walkers will

enjoy the best snow on earth, magnifi cent culinary

experiences, a relaxing spa and unparalleled

service to create the perfect vacation.

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INSPIRED BY THE AUSTRO-HUNGARIAN

glamour from Empress Elizabeth’s times, this

magnifi cient hotel looks like a fairytale that

enchants us with its classic alpine arquitecture and

its cozy environment. This is evident in the warm,

intimate atmosphere in each of its spaces, created

by handpainted wood and decoration with fabrics

designed exclusively for Les Airelles.

Located in the heart of an alpine resort, the hotel

boasts an exceptional location: it is surrounded by

amazing snow mountains and a prestigious ski run,

where a ski valet will help you with your equipment

and guide you across the Trois Vallèes.

In the Spa Cellcosmet for Les Airelles you can enjoy

a relaxing experience of well-being in their waterfalls,

swimming pool and outdoor hydromassage pools

or rest in their turkish baths and saunas. However,

a visit you cannot miss is the Snow Cave where the

incredible temperature of -10ºC, between two saunas,

creates a new purifying concept.

The attention provided by the staff and concierges

has been perfected in such an exacting way that

converts the service into an art at your disposal.

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THE LEGENDARY BADRUTT’S PALACE

Hotel is one of St. Moritz’s icons. The place to be

if you want to hobnob with the most exclusive

members of the European jetset scene.

Located in the middle of stunning Swiss Alps

and with over a century of unbelievable history,

the “Grand Dame” of Swiss hotels is a home to

royalty, stars and top athletes who value its great

quality and service.

Lake St. Moritz is the location for this imposing

palace, surrounded by picturesque alpine peaks

and the bright light that fi lters through the trees,

lends water a magical glow. This is the perfect

background for a unique experience, one you will

always cherish within.

Famous for its exquisite luxury, fi rst class

service and endless comfort beyond your

imagination, the Badrutt is a jewel amidst the

everchanging world of class hotels, but one

that still preserves its historical heritage. It has

been an icon of hospitality since its opening in

1896 and today continues to be inspired by their

guests’ high expectations.

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The Equestrian

Indoor Season

Known in equestrian circles as ‘Indoors’, the fall wel-

comes a series of traditional competitions on the East

Coast. Riders set their sights on qualifying for these

prestigious horse shows early in the year, so far many it

is the culmination of the show season.

Offering classes for pony riders through International show jump-

ers and all divisions in-between, the shows are a tremendous collec-

tion of equestrians of all ages and experience, all with their eye on

the prize – winning at Indoors.

FIRST STOP: UPPER MARLBORO, MDThe youngest of the series of shows, The Capital Challenge Horse

Show, is now 20 years old. Over a nine-day stretch in late Septem-

ber through early October at Prince George’s Equestrian Center

in Upper Marlboro, MD, the event does offer classes indoors as

well as outdoors. The long list of special classes that attract riders

from all over the United States are a highlight in the indoor arena,

including World Champion Hunter Riders who compete for the

top spots in the prestigious $25,000 WCHR Professional Challenge

and WCHR Professional Finals. capitalchallenge.org

SECOND STOP: HARRISBURG, PAThe next stop is often called ‘Harrisburg’ by insiders, but the proper

name is the Pennsylvania National Horse Show (PNHS). Hosted

at the Farm Show Complex, which is twenty-four acres under one

roof, the one aspect this indoor show doesn’t lack is space. For al-

most seventy years the team behind this event has continued to of-

fer the coveted USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals, where hundreds of

junior riders compete in a challenging year-end class. All competi-

tors have to qualify to earn an invite to this traditional indoor event,

which hosts ten national championships and the $85,000 Grand Prix

de Penn National over ten days. panational.org

CAPITAL CHALLENGE Top left:Conor

Perrin & Gelato, winners of the AA

Eq Championships.with his parents and trainer Nick Haness.

Top right: Sin City & Ashley Foster,

Grand Junior Hunter Champions.

PA NATIONAL Bottom left:

Winning USET Junior Jumper Teams on

the Podium.

Bottom right: Conor Swail & Game

Ready won the grand prix.

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THIRD STOP: WASHINGTON DCAnother fabulous fall event on the equestrian scene in late October

is the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS). Celebrating

its 55th year, WIHS is one of the few events hosted in the middle

of a large metropolitan city, the horses are stabled on the streets

surrounding the Verizon Center in downtown DC. Evenings are

fi lled with exciting events that bring in spectators from miles away,

including the popular Barn Night, Jack Russell Races, Shetland Pony

Races, a Halloween Costume Gamblers Choice jumper class, a Puis-

sance (a competition of height over a solid-looking brick wall) and

the prestigious $125,000 Presidents Cup Grand Prix. wihs.org

FINAL STOP: LEXINGTON, KYFounded in New York by a group of infl uential sportsmen, the Na-

tional Horse Show (NHS) was once the social and equestrian place

to be seen in Manhattan. Looking for a new venue, the NHS moved

out of the city after over a hundred years. Hosted at the Meadow-

lands in NJ, back to the Garden, then Welington, FL, then Syracuse,

NY, the show that culminated the end of the American Indoor Cir-

cuit settled in its current location in 2011. After hosting the World

Equestrian Games in 2010, Alltech generously jumped on board to

support the event. Once again attracting top national and interna-

tional riders that must qualify for an invite, the Alltech National

Horse Show hosts only the top competitors in hunters, equitation,

show jumping and saddle seat. From crowning the ASPCA Medal

Maclay Medal Final winner to the $250,000 Alltech Grand Prix, the

show dazzles with equestrian excellence. alltechnationalhorseshow.com

WA INTERNATIONAL Top left: Best Child Rider on a Horse Samantha Sommers.

Top right: Sambalino & Becky Gochman.

ALLTECH NATIONAL Bottom left: Twenty-year-old Katie Dinan & Nougat du Vallet won the grand prix.

Bottom right: Tim Gredley & Umex Valentine won the Puissance (again)

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The advent of the new Maserati Ghibli means two

concurrent four-door sedan models for the fi rst time,

marking a turning point in Maserati history.

Unveiled at the Shanghai Motor Show, the Ghibli

is smaller, shorter, lighter and more dynamic than

the fl agship Quattroporte.

Its gas range provides high performance from both the power

outputs from the twin turbo-charged, 3.0-liter V6 gas engine and it

also offers customers the choice of rear or all-wheel drive in an E-

segment luxury sports sedan.

The Ghibli has a more focused, sportier philosophy than the Quat-

troporte and its most powerful model, the Ghibli S, boasts 301 kW

of power, races to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and stretches out to a top

speed of 175 mph.

The Ghibli’s design team was challenged

to produce a sedan that emphasized its more

dynamic driving characteristics through a

more aggressive visual personality, yet still

maintained discernible visual links with the

Quattroporte. That is the reason why, though

shorter and 50 kg lighter, the Ghibli shares

much of its core architecture, including its

crash safety, chassis, suspension architectu-

re, engines and LED headlight technology,

with the larger Quattroporte.

The Ghibli has entered the E-segment

sports premium market with a marked ad-

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THERE’S AN ‘I’ & AN

‘A’ in this Team

The green and black colors of the Team Rakowsky ban-

ner are seen at horse shows all around the world. And

wherever that banner waves, the hard working duo that

started it all are close by. Ivan Rakowsky, the outgoing,

well-dressed trainer that the ‘I’ in Team is aptly named after, and

his partner Arly Golombek, the witty, soft-spoken rider and trainer

that beautifully brings her ‘A’ aspect to the game. He is often at the

forefront, training and negotiating, while she rides multiple horses

daily and keeps a close eye on the care and training programs. The

twosome’s continuous hard work and dedication to the sport has

grown the team as well as the business by leaps and bounds from

when it began nearly fi fteen years ago.

IN THE BEGINNINGWhen Ivan Rakowsky left his hometown of Mexico City in the late

1990’s, he had no idea that his dreams for a career in the horse in-

dustry would grow into Team Rakowsky LLC; a fl ourishing training

and sales operation based in the United States.

Hailing from a scholarly family, his mother a doctor from Mexico

City, and his Ukrainian father a college professor with multiple de-

grees living in Michigan, Rakowsky was the only horseman in the

family. He began working with horses at the young age of six years

old and by eight he started taking formal lessons in the discipline of

show jumping. He continued riding and competing on the Mexican

show circuit through his teenage years.

While Rakowsky was evolving as a junior rider south of the border,

over two thousand miles away a young girl in Detroit, Michigan was

just beginning her riding career. Also realizing her serious equestri-

an passion early on, Arly Golombek competed on the circuits locally

and nationally in her country.

Growing out of the junior ranks, Rakowsky decided it was time for

a change and moved to Michigan to live with his father. He tried life

without horses, but that only lasted a few short weeks. Soon he was

riding and beginning to consider a career as a professional at a barn

outside of Detroit. That same summer, Golombek had spent the sea-

son in Alaska and upon returning to her routine at the barn, she

noticed a new young man, Ivan, was riding there. Taking an interest

in each other’s passion, a new relationship blossomed.

Soon after Golombek graduated from Michigan State University

with a degree in Business Management, but as she explained, her

heart had always been with the horses. “I think I knew as soon as I

started riding that I wanted to have a career with horses, and ride

for my whole life.” Rakowsky shared the sentiment, “I think I knew

all along that I wanted to be involved with horses.”

Clearly the two were destined to start a business, and Team Ra-

kowsky came to fruition. “It was the natural progression of what I

was doing at the time,” Rakowsky explained. “I had started riding

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and it just grew from there.” Golombek went on to add the reason

why they chose the name Team Rakowsky. “We didn’t actually own

a farm at the time and the people that worked with us, and for us

were part of our team. Early on we wanted to emphasize that every-

one was equally important. Whether it was grooms, clients, vets,

or farriers, we knew each one was a part of our team, so instead of

running a farm, we run a team.”

WHAT MAKES THE TEAM TICKAsk either partner about their business, and they both empha-

size the team aspect. “It is something that I am really proud of,”

Rakowsky smiled. “I think that we have the most well-rounded,

knowledgeable and reliable group of people involved with us.

When I fi rst started, especially when I had the opportunity to go

to bigger shows; I realized the importance of meticulous horse

care and attention to detail and the need to have everybody work-

ing together. To me, that is the most important thing about Team

Rakowsky, that we are indeed a team.”

Both Rakowsky and Golombek explained what keeps the banner

and the team thriving through the inevitable ups and downs of the

horse industry. “We have many aspects to the team, but buying

and selling horses is our main source of revenue,” Golombek said.

Rakowsky added, “We have been very fortunate to develop many

strong relationships across the country and internationally with

professionals and clients. But more important than the number

of horses we sell is that when people buy horses from us they

become repeat customers.”

Golombek went on to say, “Another aspect of our business is tak-

ing clients on the road and bringing them up the ranks to the upper

levels of riding. Training our clients and helping them to fulfi ll their

dreams is what drives us, that is a big part of our passion. We are

equally passionate about training new horses. They are all so differ-

ent, and they all teach us something.”

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATIONBased in Wellington, FL from late fall into late spring and Lexington,

KY from early summer into fall, Team Rakwosky purposely picked

two ideal locations. Both offer a vibrant equine community; some of

the country’s best horses shows and facilities as well as an eques-

trian lifestyle.

“When I fi rst started going to Wellington almost fi fteen years ago

it was only for a few weeks or so. Over the years the circuit grew

in size and length and what had started as a month in Florida has

turned into almost six months.” Rakowsky explained of their choice

to spend half of the year in Wellington. “It just makes sense for us to

be there. Technically it is home, since that is where my mail goes,”

he added jokingly.

“I have always loved Lexington, ever since I was a young kid. There

is something so special about that area,” Golombek said with a smile.

“It is centrally located with major cities close by, which makes it easy

for traveling to shows outside of the state, like Ohio and Michigan.

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Donwntown Lexington offers culture, great restaurants and a nice

nightlife. The horses love the grass and the turnout. Plus, The Ken-

tucky Horse Park, I feel, is second to none as a show jumping facil-

ity. There are two indoors arenas, amazing outdoor arenas, trails and

hills, which are all great for the horses.” Golombek explained.

EquinE MEMoriEsRakwosky reminisced about the early days. ¨It was always some-

what unique and interesting how I got to train some of the nice

horses that I did, usually the ones that started out quirky and maybe

the underdog. We would put so much time and effort into produc-

ing them and getting them as far along as we could, we would end

up developing such a special bond with each one. It seemed be-

cause of the bond, the horses wanted to do so much more for you

than you ever really thought they could.”

To that point, Rakowsky remembers one horse in particular that

holds a special place in his heart. “I think Langero was my favorite

horse to train. We bought him as a seven year old and I did the Na-

tions Cup in Wellington in 2004 with him as an eight year old. I was

really proud of that one.”

Rakowsky credits much of what he has learned along the way to

show jumping legend Margie Engle. “I admire her horsemanship

and her work ethic, but the thing I admire the most is that she is

truly the best competitor out there.”

As far as a favorite horse that Team Rakowsky has sold, he says

there have been many. “I think we have been very fortunate to have

been able to see a lot of the horses we have sold go on to be hunter

champions, equitation champions, and grand prix winners.”

“I can’t say that I have had a favorite horse that I have trained or

sold either,” Golombek stated. “It would be easy for me to say that

one is my favorite because it jumped the best, or one is my favorite

because it jumped the biggest, or was easiest to ride, but to me they

are a little bit like my children. I love them all because they each

have their own specialty and are good for different reasons.”

And so ThE TEAM EndurEsWhether at rest or on the road, horses require care daily, including

weekends and holidays. Golombek summed it up when she stated,

“In order to get up 365 days a year and think about something from

morning until night you really have to love it.”

With fifteen years of success stories, it is apparent that the ‘I’ and

‘A’ in Team Rakowsky have mastered the art of working together and

team building in a fast-paced industry where caring for both the

horse and the client are paramount. But, as the duo would argue, the

rewards are well worth the commitment. At the end of the day nei-

ther looks at it as a business, but as an enduring equestrian passion.

iVAn & ArLY’s FAVoriTEs

FAVoriTE EquEsTriAn sTYLE For ridEr?Ivan: I feel that the classic equestrian style makes our sport so

unique. This is still the only sport I can think of where you are

required to compete with a jacket and a tie. There is something

very special about that to me. It is by nature very glamorous.

FAVoriTE Thing To do whEn You ArE noT riding?Arly: Snowboarding! If I could find a way to snowboard in the

morning and ride in the afternoon life would be perfect.

FAVoriTE VAcATion spoT?Arly: That is easy. Aspen!

Ivan: I love the ocean. I have been fortunate to go to a lot of dif-

ferent islands – all beautiful.

FAVoriTE rEsTAurAnT in wELLingTon?Both agree: Cafe Sappori. They have a great menu, great service,

and great wine.

FAVoriTE rEsTAurAnT in LExingTon?Arly: It is a toss up between Dudley´s and Portofino´s.

Ivan: Portofino´s for the same reason I love Cafe Sappori.

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The holiday season is near and

Ritz-Carlton Cancún invites you to live mo-

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you. The Club Grill is a splendid experience

where the sophisticated environment is sea-

soned by live jazz rhythms. Be part of a unique

experience at The Culinary Center with a gas-

tronomic exhibition and, to make New Year

more memorable, Casitas offers a fascinating

evening under the stars where you can enjoy

a delicious menu. Last but not least, El Café

Mexicano, will delight you with a delicious

buffet of national and international dishes, in

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During the day, you can enjoy different

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bartending classes. And for the children, Kids

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We invite you to share a dreamlike holiday

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staff, we are sure you will never forget it.

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Running Sexy A Syndicate Story

Hoping to bring new people into the sport of horserac-

ing, Kentucky native Anna Seitz put together a group

of high school and college friends and others who

have touched her life, and formed a syndicate. Keep-

ing the contributions to the syndicate small so that the members

didn’t have to be wealthy, Seitz made the investment affordable and

accessible to a spirited group who could enjoy the intoxicating feel-

ing of racing together. Twenty enthusiastic young people signed

on, among them a lawyer, schoolteachers, a football coach, and a

Catholic seminary student, and most of the participants had never

owned a racehorse. “My purpose was and is to have fun,” Seitz stat-

ed. “To bring people into the sport for the pure pleasure of it, and as

they learn from their involvement, they will be able to go on and do

things on their own, or join other partnerships.”

No stranger to the Thoroughbred industry, Seitz grew up in Ver-

sailles, Kentucky, on her parents’ Brookdale Farm, now run by her

two brothers under the tutelage of their father Fred Seitz. Follow-

ing her graduation from Notre Dame, Anna entered the industry as

an administrative assistant to trainer Todd Pletcher, and in January

2009 she joined the staff of Fasig-Tipton Sales Company as Market-

ing Assistant and Client Coordinator.

Her not yet named syndicate raised enough money to buy a rea-

sonably priced yearling ($20,000) and pay the fi rst six months‘ ex-

penses. So the fun began at the 2011 Fasig-Tipton October Yearling

Sale, when Bloodstock agent and longtime Seitz family friend Bob

Feld helped put together a group of eight yearlings to consider.

Seitz was drawn to the fi lly by Ready’s Image that would later be-

come the syndicate’s fi rst purchase. "I worked with Ready's Image

when he was a race horse and I always liked him. He was really good

at two and he liked the Polytrack at Keeneland." It was important,

thought Seitz, to purchase a yearling that showed the potential to be

a runner at age two, in order to keep her syndicate of young partners

and people new to the sport interested from the outset.

Foaled on March 9, 2010, at Equus Farm in Nicholasville, Ken-

tucky, the fi lly was one of the fi rst crop of Ready’s Image foals,

and the fi fth foal for her dam Klohho, who had already produced a

winner of $96,962.

Because of her lineage, the Ready’s Image fi lly seemed likely to be

out of their price range, but a stroke of luck intervened. “She got

caught up in a fence before the sale and had cuts on her back legs,

which I think turned some buyers off. We just took a risk with her

and ended up making a pretty good choice.”

After the sale Seitz gathered her group together for a naming party,

for both their new fi lly and the syndicate. Thrilled with their pur-

chase, in an atmosphere of high spirits, the fi lly’s name grew out

of the music playing in the background, and Hit the Board Stables

became the name for the syndicate.

The transition from farm to training stable is not an easy one for a

young horse. Suddenly there are no more paddocks to romp in, and

the newcomer is surrounded by the chaos of horses, people and the

start of track life. It takes the skill of a good trainer to guide a horse

through such diffi cult changes.

Top: In the winners’ circle after a

stunning victory in the Pucker Up Stakes. Trainer Wayne Catalano

2nd from left, Anna Seitz 4th from left, with jockey Florent

Geroux.

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Wayne Catalano, who has three Breeders’ Cup wins to his

credit, all of them Juvenile Filly races, was their choice of trainer.

“Wayne is great. He understands and supports what I’m doing,

and he’s fun to be around.”

On August 23, 2012, at Chicago’s Arlington Park, I’m Already Sexy

made her debut in a Maiden Special Weights race with a $40,000

purse. Racing against other fillies who had not yet won a race

(maidens), she ran well for a first outing, but didn’t win. Over a

month later in October 2012, she was entered in another Maiden

Special Weights race at Keeneland during the fall racing season.

She won and ‘broke her maiden,’ to the delight of her owners.

"A lot of the partners live in Lexington and always dreamed of

running at Keeneland,” said Seitz. “So when she broke her maiden

there it was definitely a WOW moment.” And then the filly set their

hearts pounding again in November, winning a $52,000 Allowance

race at Churchill Downs in Louisville. In January 2013 she ran in

her first stakes race at Gulfstream Park in Miami, the $75,000 Ginger

Brew Stakes, finishing fifth.

“We all agreed that rather than pushing her we would give her

some time just to be on the farm,” said Seitz. So I'm Already Sexy

was sent to relax and refresh at Bridlewood Farm in the capable

hands of Jonathan Thomas, a time that Seitz believes was an im-

portant part of her training. Her next race was almost half a year

later in June 2013, the Meafara Stakes at Arlington. Practicing an

overabundance of caution, her jockey pulled her up thinking she

was hurt, to find out that she was perfectly sound.

So trainer Catalano entered her again in July at Arlington, thrilling

her team by posting yet another win in a $48,000 allowance race. In

August 2013 she traveled to Canterbury Downs in Minnesota to run

4th in the $100,000 Northbound Pride Oaks Stakes, an experience,

said Seitz, that was more akin to a rodeo than a horserace. “There

was a lot of bumping and crashing among the fillies. I’m Already

Sexy took her share of contact, but came through well enough in the

end. We crossed this race off the list and moved on.”

Returning to Arlington two weeks later, she posted a decisive win

by 4 3/4 lengths in the $81,000 Hatoof Stakes, outclassing her compe-

tition and electrifying her owners. But, as reported by Alicia Winc-

ze Hughes in the Lexington Herald Leader, it was her gate-to-wire

(meaning she led from start to finish) triumph in the Grade III Pucker

Up Stakes at Arlington a month later that took her to new heights and

sent her posse into orbit. At this point Seitz admitted, “So I thought

we could go to the races and have a drink together, dress up, enjoy the

day. That was our goal," she recalled. "We didn't expect this!"

Her successes earned Hit the Board Stables’ I’m Already Sexy a

coveted invitation from Rogers Beasley, Keeneland’s Vice President

of Racing, to run in the Grade I Queen Elizabeth II Challenge Cup

on October 12, 2013. She was on a roll, and hopes and spirits were

high. A huge class jump for the mare, she ran against much tougher

competition. Seventy members of her syndicate, with friends and

family, and about a thousand of her fans were there to cheer her on.

But I’m Already Sexy was among the ‘also-rans,‘ no win in this race.

However, the enthusiasm from her supporters lives on.

Considering the business aspect, Seitz had wisely entered I’m Al-

ready Sexy in the 2013 November sale at Fasig-Tipton, in case the syn-

dicate decided to sell her. Entries have to be submitted in August

to allow time for the catalogs to be printed, and it’s better to be in a

position of taking a horse out of the sale than to enter late and try to

sell without a catalog page. But she happily reported at press time,

“Nobody wanted to sell. We’re all having too much fun with her!”

I’m Already Sexy’s next outing will be the Mrs. Revere Stakes at

Churchill Downs in Louisville, a Grade II turf race for fillies with a

$175,000 purse. It will be one of the features in the popular ‘Downs

After Dark’ program on Saturday November 16, 2013. The runner-up

in the Queen Elizabeth II Cup, Centre Court, will likely go off as the

favorite, but only on paper. I’m Already Sexy’s owners, friends, and

fans are ready for the winners circle.

Anna Seitz scored an unexpected feel-good victory with her Hit

the Board Stables. The heart-pounding thrill of owning a racehorse

has the syndicate happily ensconced in the sport.

Top: I’m Already Sexy out in front at Churchill Downs.

Middle: Anna, sixth from left, and her posse before the Pucker Up Stakes.

Bottom: Out front at Arlington in the Pucker Up Stakes.


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Just over two decades ago, the Fed-

eration Equestrian International (FEI) changed

the face of equestrian sport when they introduced

a new international event called the World Eques-

trian Games. Starting in Stockholm, Sweden in

1990, and occurring every four years thereafter,

the Games have merged the world’s best eques-

trian duos hailing from over 60 countries spe-

cializing in Olympic disciplines and more. While

this intense competition has traveled throughout

Europe, including the Netherlands, Italy, Spain,

Germany and most recently crossing the pond

to Lexington, Kentucky in 2010, the Games had

not yet landed in France. Not until now. Join the

world’s best in spectacular Normandy France at

the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games from

August 23 to September 7, 2014.

Normandy, which has long been synonymous

with World War II, will now have an opportunity

to show the world something aside from D-Day

– their immense passion for horses. The equine

industry comprises a large sector of the Nor-

man economy. In fact, equestrian events

rank third among the Olympic sports

in France, behind football and tennis.

Throughout the year the fabulous French

hold more equestrian competitions than

any other European country, and are

known to host some of the most spectac-

ular horse shows in the world, including

the upcoming Gucci Masters in Paris. For

these reasons and more, this is certain

to be one of the finest World Equestrian

Games since the event’s inception.

The Games in Normandy cele-

brate horses and riders competing

in eight disciplines of equestrian

sport: Show Jumping, the area’s

most popular discipline; Event-

ing, known as the “equestrian tri-

athlon”; Dressage, in which horses

perform a graceful dance-like pat-

tern of movements; Driving, wherein teams of four

horses compete in three phases of competition;

Endurance, a 100 mile /160 KM race over difficult

terrain; Vaulting, in which individuals or teams

perform a series of acrobatic movements on a

horse’s back while it is in motion; Reining, the only

western riding discipline at the Games; and Para-

dressage, wherein disabled riders compete in dres-

sage competition; as well as exhibition matches in

Polo and Horse Ball.

During this magical time in late August and early

September, the surrounding towns are planning

concerts and cultural events to encourage guests

to enjoy the wonders of their idyllic province.

Do take the time to enjoy other treasures of this

magical French province. Located opposite Eng-

land along the English Channel, Normandy is

home to majestic granite coastlines and centuries

of history. Experience architecture inspired by dif-

ferent periods of history dating as far back as the

eleventh century, including castles and cathedrals.

And of course, French gastronomy is second to

none, and a great source of national pride. There

are shops and museums galore, and if visitors run

out of delights in Normandy, it’s a short train ride

to Paris or London for the day.

The 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

will be a unique opportunity to witness world-

class competition in a truly exquisite set-

ting. The word is out and accommoda-

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place to be part of horse sport at its best

while enjoying the magnificent the fabu-

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Full tour packages as well as tickets in

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The FerreTTi 870 is The improved

version of the popular 830 model of Fer-

retti Yachts, namely: a large yacht, now more

sporty, spacious, comfortable and luxurious.

The first change we can notice is on the

outside, which has been redesigned in col-

ored details over the bridge, lending it a more

modern and elegant aspect. The main deck

and the shell have been redesigned to let in

more light from the sideway windows.

From the moment you come in its spacious-

ness is evident, as the main room is designed

in an open layout, but now there is more natu-

ral light coming in and a new and fresh style.

The captain will feel great in the main cabin,

with its own dressing room and ample bath-

room, this large area is filled with fine details

that perfectly complement it: for instance, a

comfortable sofa and desk. The 870 also has

a couple of guest cabins with two large win-

dows for a lovely panoramic view. The use of

natural stained chestnut wood can be found

in many of the decoration details. Under the

cover, wool is combined with leather, which

has been used to decorate all the cabins.

The crew area is located in the stern, with

access from the pool. The engineer room is

well organized and the bridge is quite large.

The garage has a door that lower to form a

very large swimming platform.

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4. Kim Tudor and R. Scot Evans.5. Fabion Grobon and Dr. Pearse Lyons.

Returning for its third year to Lexington, KY, the Alltech National Horse

Show was the place to be Oct. 29 - Nov. 3, 2013. The storied show has a

rich history, dating back to its Madison Square Garden days of fabulous

parties attended by the who’s who of the equestrian and social scene.

At the Taylor Harris Club VIP guests enjoyed gourmet cuisine and

drinks at ringside tables in a space handsomely decorated with antiques

andequestrian art.

Then at the conclusion of each show day, party guests would gather at

Gracie Street Garden, the vision of West Palm Beach interior designer, M.

Douglas Mutch. The talented Mutch made clever use of National Horse

Show memorabilia and photos throughout the space. She also worked

with Cross Gate Gallery, one of the finest sporting art galleries in the

country, and area antique retailers to transform Graacie Street into a gra-

cious and welcoming venue, ideal for socializing.

The historic National Horse Show has found a fabulous home in Lexing-

ton’s splendid Alltech Arena as seen by the tremendous turnout this year.

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1. “Aaaand they’re off!”.2. John Velasquez (left), aboard Antony Beck’s Villandry, vies for

position with Rosie Napravnik (center) on Applesolutely, and Miguel Mena (right) on Bull Dozer.

3. Eurico R. Da Silva celebrates as he brings home his mount My Conquestadory for a win in the $400,000 Darley Alcibiades Stakes

(Grade I). 4. A happy crowd on Opening Day.

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Keeneland’s fall race meeting, in Lexington, Kentucky, ran from October

4-26, 2013. The popular event enjoyed glorious weather and set records

in wagering, attendance, and quality of racing. This meeting, consistently

one of the richest in the country, boasts purses averaging $600,000 per

day, and attracts the nation’s leading owners, trainers, and jockeys.

Opening with the prestigious Fall Stars Weekend, which featured nine

graded stakes worth $3.15 million and showcased a number of Breeders’

Cup contenders, Keeneland carded several special days to reach out to

the community. Every Friday and Saturday during the meet, the official

tailgating lot was open and filled with race fans. Keeneland provided a

variety of food trucks, live music, a jumbo television to watch the racing

action, wireless wagering and wageringterminals, and “BETologists” to

assist the fans. Truly a fall-racing fabulous time for all in attendance.

Even on the occasional chilly or rainy day, the mood was buoyant and

the racing excellent -- all in all, a Keeneland race meeting for the record

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6. Looking for racing room.7. Rounding the first turn.

8. Leandro Goncalves salutes the fans as he prepares to dismount Sum of the Parts, winner of the $200,000 Stoll Keenon Ogden

Phoenix Stakes (Grade III).9. Race fans get a close look in the Saddling Ring.

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1. Barn buddies.2. Karl Cook and Banba win on Friday night.

3. Grand Prix winner Andrew Ramsay and an adoring fan.

4. Duncan McFarlane and Chiara Van De Broekkant.

Blenheim EquiSports produced a show stopping event at the South Point

Equestrian Arena November 12-17, 2013. From sunup to sundown the

show arenas were bustling with competitors. In a unique show envi-

ronment, the South Point Hotel & Casino offers lodging, gambling, spa

services, restaurants, movie theaters, bowling and an equestrian center

all under one roof. Ideal for a fabulous horse show experience – not only

can you order room service from the barn aisle, you can watch the horse

show from your room!

Evenings were filled with fantastic classes and entertainment, from the

crazy-fun Barn Night to the elegance of aerial performers on Grand Prix

Night. The competition was fierce and exciting as some of the west

coast’s veterans as well as up and coming champions raced against the

clock. Each year the enthusiasm for this annual event increases and the

turnout was tremendous.

Saturday’s $50,000 Las Vegas Grand Prix, a World Cup qualifying event,

was electrifying. The clock struck midnight before the evening wrapped

up, as hundreds of fans lined up to get autographs from the long line-up

of show jumpers after the victory gallop. showpark.com

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