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ROBERT LA BUA
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Bua has been reporting on
exclusive experiences and
spectacular destinations
around the world for
more than a decade. His
50+ years of travel have
taken him everywhere
from the Nobel Peace
Prize ceremony in Oslo
and the Bakatue Festival in Ghana to the private
islands of Seychelles and the icebergs of Antarctica.
In addition to his work as Mr. eTraveler for eTravel
Business News, he has had hundreds of articles
published in a variety of deluxe magazines across the
globe and appears as a guest expert on luxury travel
on Sky News. In the rare times when not traveling,
Robert divides his time between Palm Beach County
and Sydney, Australia. “If a palm tree can’t live there,
neither can I.” In this issue, Robert shares some of
his favorite getaways for romantic escapes.
MARCIA LYNN MILLER
With some 70 countries
stamped in her passport,
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does not spend much
time at home. Her You
Go Girls! and You Go
Tastefully! tours have
her globetrotting and in
a frequent state of jetlag. When she is not out leading
tours, she, her husband, dog and cat, make homes in
Portland, Oregon and in a central Washington vineyard.
In the city she enjoys theatre, reading about her next
destinations, knitting, painting, and food experiences.
At the vineyard property she keeps bees, cooks, and
enjoys the clear, quiet, night skies. Marcia has a degree
in economics from University of Puget Sound and carries
the gold standard of professional designations - Certified
Travel Counselor (CTC).
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Certified Sex Educator, an
international best selling
author and entrepreneur of
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28 languages, represented
in over 60 countries with
over 3 million copies sold.
Paget is an in-demand
international speaker,
presenter and sought after
multi-media expert. Her
weekly radio show sextalkwithlou is on toginetradio.com.
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contents
on the cover
Marijke wears:
Jackie Rogers royal blue
crepe jumpsuit, front tie
Richard wears:
Blue cotton polo 100% cotton,
plaid jacket 100% Lana
Jumeirah Vittaveli
Beach Suite Bathroom
Climb the
Mountains of Disney
Fresh Chicago
Redsign
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44
travel
9 A New Year of Romance - Four Exceptional Getaways
Esprit Saint Germain - Paris, France
Shutters on the Beach - Santa Monica, California
Jumeirah Vittaveli - Republic of Maldives
Park Gstaad - Gstaad, Switzerland
18 The Private Jet Experience
20 The World in a Bottle
24 The California Central Coast - Road Trip of a Lifetime
31 Climb the Mountains of Disney
34 24 Hours in Miami's Design District
40 App-Solutely Fabulous (Travel Apps)
Travel
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A Taste
of Italy
Staying Healthy
& Fit
Retail
Therapy
The Art
of the Sandal
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lifestyle
44 Fresh Chicago Redesign
48 Abōd Shelters
51 Keeping your Personal Information Secure
when you are Online
53 Encore Entrepreneurship
54 The Grey Divorce
57 Adventures In Online Dating
bon appétit
60 A Taste of Italy
64 Dance, Prance, Dine & Romance
fitness & health
68 Vacation Sex
70 Recurring Headaches? Your teeth may be the cause
71 Are You Putting Your Best Face Forward While Traveling?
72 Staying Fit & Healthy when Traveling
74 Enhancing Brain Health, Sleep and Memory
fashion
78 Fashion Spread - A Place in the Sun
87 What She Wants - Editor's Picks
88 Retail Therapy - Where Style Meets Substance
92 Case Study - 8 of the Hottest Suitcases
and Carry-ons for the Season
95 The Art of the Sandal at Via Capri, 34
97 What He Wants - Editor's Picks
arts & entertainment
100 Events Calendar - South Florida
travel nostalgia
104 Nostalgia: Travel Memories
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" T h e w o r l d i s a b o o k , a n d t h o s e w h o d o n o t t r a v e l r e a d o n l y a p a g e . "
- S a i n t A u g u s t i n e
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A
nother year, another opportunity
to rekindle simmering embers or
ignite new bonfires of passion.
Love and romance are among
the most prominent reasons
people travel; sometimes the
demands of daily life are just too
intrusive to allow relationships
to flourish unencumbered at home. Personal time
in beautiful surroundings with a significant other is
New Yearof
RomanceF o u r e x c e p t i o n a l g e t a w a y s f o r t h e t w o o f y o u
b y R o b e r t L a B u a
a
only a planeride away. A change of scenery often
does a world of good, and luckily there is a world
of beautiful places waiting to be enjoyed. Perhaps
the laidback vibe of Southern California beckons for
a long weekend on the sands of Santa Monica or
the allure of Paris is too strong to resist. Whether an
escape to the snow in Switzerland or to an exotic
island in the Indian Ocean, there is a place in this
world to hold hands under the stars and marvel at
the resplendence of romance.
Esprit Saint Germain
Paris
Shutters On The Beach
Santa Monica
Jumeirah Vittaveli
Maldives
Park Gstaad
Switzerland
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T
his small property
is one of the few
five-star hotels on
the Left Bank. It is
located close to the
romantic Jardin du
Luxembourg and
to Boulevard Saint-
Germain from which it takes its name.
Esprit Saint Germain’s mission is to make
guests feel a sense of home in Paris; there
is no lobby, but rather a living room to
one side of the ground floor and a library
lounge to the other. Instead of a bar with
a bartender and a running tab, there is a
Esprit Saint Germain
bar without these where guests can help
themselves to their favorite drinks just as
they would do at home. No charge.
One of the most private five-star hotels
in Paris is also one of the best situated
for enjoying the city as Parisians do.
Tucked away behind the Saint Sulpice
Church, of which it has splendid views,
the award-winning Esprit Saint Germain
is the antithesis of the stereotypical
five-star property. While the majority of
visitors to the French capital flock to the
attractions on the Right Bank and stay
in hotels in their vicinity, those seeking
a low-key, high-quality experience may
opt for a stay here on the Left Bank,
itself replete with appealing sights and
activities such as the Musée d’Orsay,
the Musée du Quai Branly, and a simple
metal structure known as the EiffelTower.
Situated in a chic neighborhood among
some of the most valuable real estate
in Paris, Esprit Saint Germain makes a
perfect base for visiting these sights as
well as going a bit further into areas of the
city that have characterized‘the real Paris’
for centuries. Near the Odéon Theatre,
Esprit Saint Germain is only a block away
from the cafés, boutiques, and services
P a r i s , F r a n c e
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of its eponymous boulevard. Just a few
short blocks in the other direction is the
Jardin du Luxembourg, one of the most
beautiful gardens in the world and a place
where Parisians love to relax and enjoy
the expansive grounds throughout the
year, but especially in summer and fall
when the flowers and foliage are at their
most colorful. Beyond the Jardin is the
Latin Quarter, where the Sorbonne and
other academic institutions have kept this
part of the city one of the most vibrant
for centuries. The vendors of the famous
outdoor market on rue Mouffetard sell
all those delicious French food items
Parisians simply can’t do without, from
cheese, bread, and pastries to mustard,
chocolate, and tea. The lively Place de
la Contrescarpe is also here, a superb
place for people-watching while enjoying
a coffee or a cocktail at one of its many
cafés on the square.
Back at Esprit Saint Germain, the quiet
rooms allow for appreciation of French
living just by looking out the window at
the typical Haussmannian architecture
that gives the city its classic look so
beloved by international visitors. Much
of what makes this hotel a favorite among
its returning guests is what it doesn’t
have. Though standards are high in every
aspect of operations, Esprit Saint Germain
is essentially a simple place for unfussy
people; there are no Baccarat chandeliers,
gilded sofas, or entourages, only down
to earth comfort with panache. Though
there is no restaurant on the premises,
the breakfast served in the library
lounge, transformed each morning for
this purpose, is as glamorous as any
restaurant in Paris and provides guests
with a gourmet start to the day in plush
surroundings; indecisive crowds seen
milling around buffet tables in even the
best hotels are absent here. With a mere
28 rooms, Esprit Saint Germain has the
feel of a private mansion with staff to
look after the owner’s guests; in essence,
that is exactly what it is. There are no
tour groups or loud people crowding
the lobby because they do not come
to this hotel (and there is no lobby); the
vivacious general manager, Francesca
La Mastra, sees to it that every aspect of
the hotel reaches the highest standards.
That includes guest satisfaction. In a city
where some of the most expensive and
exclusive hotels lavish their attention
on visiting presidents, sheikhs, and
princesses, leaving lesser mortals in their
shadows, it is refreshing to find a Parisian
hotel where every guest is treated like
royalty.
As in many hotels occupying historic
buildings, almost all the rooms at Esprit
Saint Germain are different in size and
configuration. With one of the most
unusual views of Paris from its private
terrace, Esprit Saint Germain’s penthouse
suite allows guests to enjoy the city
simply by opening the French doors
and letting the City Of Light pour in.
The amiable staff can order in from local
restaurants for romantic couples who
want to enjoy Paris on their terms in the
privacy of their suite. There is no spa
here, but therapists can be summoned
to administer massages in the suite.
Special romantic experience: hire the
nearby Théâtre du Luxembourg puppet
theater for a private showing of Les
Marionnettes du Luxembourg for just
the two of you.
hotel-esprit-saint-germain.com
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S a n t a M o n i c a , C a l i f o r n i a
ShuttersontheBeach
S
outhern California’s perceived
aura of indulgent hedonism
looms large in many an East
Coast fantasy, and though
Florida may share California’s
abundance of sunshine and
beaches, watching the sun set over the
Pacific is one experience not possible
in the Sunshine State. Shutters On The
Beach is a favorite staycation destination
for affluent Angelenos who know that this
beachfront hotel in tony Santa Monica
delivers a high degree of discretion
and attention to match the remarkable
level of quality in accommodations
and excellence in service. Despite the
constant demand for rooms and suites
here, there is never a feeling of busyness
that can sometimes exist at larger hotels;
in its place is an air of reassured tranquility
which instills a sense of California calm
immediately upon arrival.
As is noticeable by the hotel’s
understated entrance, Shutters On The
Beach is designed to be a beach house
above all else. The discreet privacy
and casual luxury combine to make a
romantic hideaway on the sand, which
is only yards away from the balconies
of the ocean-view rooms. Suite 302 is
especially coveted; with fireplaces in both
the living room and bedroom, cool winter
evenings staying in to watch the lights of
the Ferris wheel and other amusements
at the nearby Santa Monica Pier is
entertainment enough for couples happy
to observe California beach life from
a privileged location. Santa Monica, a
separate municipal entity within the City
of Los Angeles, has its own vibe, a very
positive one. The beachfront walkway is
a favorite place for fitness enthusiasts to
have a morning run or a ride on Shutters’
bicycles; this is the walk that becomes
the famous Ocean Walk in Venice, whose
more raffish charms are located further
along the beach to the south. In the other
direction is Ocean Park, where beautiful
views of the ocean and the coast north to
Malibu can be seen before crossing the
street to enter Santa Monica’s downtown
area which includes the famous Third
Street Promenade, an open-air pedestrian
street considered America’s first mall.
Shutters is also a prime destination for
L.A. diners wanting to enjoy the best of
California cuisine next to the beach. The
restaurant Coast is an informal but still
luxurious eatery that is a favorite place
for breakfasts both social and power;
seats at the counter provide views of the
ocean, as do the outdoor tables in the
Mediterranean-style garden. One Pico is
also appealing, a restaurant where casual
luxury is reflected in both the style and
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the menu, which offers seasonal treats
and special preparations to tantalize the
palate. The restaurant’s cozy corners are
perfect for romantic dinners for two. Of
course, California’s best wines are featured
on the menu alongside the eclectic food
options.
The spa at Shutters is also pleased to
make two people happy with its spa
treatments for couples. The facials here
are administered with meticulous care,
though, as in the restaurant, there is no
bad choice on the menu; a massage or
body treatment will be just as rewarding
an experience. Here at Shutters, just
sitting in the lobby watching the comings
and goings of the various guests is
an experience in itself; a good time to
emerge from the suite is Thursday night
when a tasting table is set up in the
lobby for guests to try various delicacies
presented by Shutters’ outstanding
executive chef, Vittorio Lucariello, whose
Neapolitan origins have enhanced the
Mediterranean influence in the hotel’s
kitchen. If food seems to be a major
theme at Shutters OnThe Beach, that, too,
is part of the hotel’s strong Mediterranean
ethos meant to elicit a vacation sensation
while still providing the convenience of a
city location. In a sense, Shutters is a city
resort more than a simple hotel; there is
no need to leave the grounds, or even
the suite, to have a complete California
vacation experience. Some people have
their weddings at Shutters, or at least on
the sand in front of the hotel. A dreamy
ceremony as the sun disappears below
the horizon followed by a reception inside
the hotel has taken place many a time
and is easily arranged by the Shutters
staff, who can take care of every detail of
the special day for the marriage couple as
well as their guests. Not that a wedding
ceremony is necessary to feel the love at
Shutters On The Beach.
Special romantic experience: rent a
Lamborghini, McLaren or other supercar
from Fast Toys Club (fasttoysclub.com)
and zoom around L.A. in style.
shuttersonthebeach.com
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I
f ever there were a destination most closely
associated with romance, it is the Republic Of
Maldives, among the most desirable places in the
world for a passion-filled escape with someone
special. There are more than a thousand islands
and islets in the country, but only a fraction is
occupied by the locals or the resorts which lease
entire islands on which to build their sybaritic
properties.
Among these is JumeirahVittaveli, the larger of two
island resorts operated by Jumeirah, one of the most
luxurious hotel groups in the world. Located in the
South Malé atoll just a 30-minute boatride from the
international airport, Vittaveli is larger than its sister
resort, Jumeirah Dhevanafushi, which is in a different
atoll about 250 miles to the south. In Maldives,
where islands can be the size of a house, ‘larger’ is
a relative term; Vittaveli is still a quiet place having
only 89 suites and villas, just over half of which are
the overwater bungalows always in great demand by
visitors, honeymooners especially. Back on the sand,
amongthevariousconfigurationsforaccommodation
are the expansive Beach Suites where the large living
room area is complemented by two large bedrooms,
huge bathrooms, a private pool (all accommodations
at the resort have their own pools), and direct access
to the beach. They make superb homes away from
home for the couple willing to travel halfway around
the world to get here.
Jumeirah Vittaveli offers a variety of activities to
keep busy for the duration of a stay here. Water sports
are, of course, among the most popular. A dedicated
dive center with a United Nations of instructors is the
joy of experienced divers who explore the colorful
reefs and their inhabitants with great satisfaction in
seeing the marine life in Maldives, widely regarded
as among the world’s best dive destinations. Happily,
inexperienced divers and snorkelers are treated with
no less respect; the instructors inform and watch over
novices and work to reassure their skills for their next
outing in the multishaded blue water, which is also
the place for surface recreation such as kayaking
and swimming. There are things to do on land, too,
with spa treatments at Talise Spa a soothing follow-
up to a morning yoga session or a kickboxing class
in the fitness center, where glass walls allow joggers
to observe fish and other sea creatures right from
their treadmills.
It bodes well to do some exercise given the
abundance of delicious meals served at Jumeirah
Vittaveli. Samsara offers both local and international
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Jumeirah
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cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner,
and Mu Beach’s feet-in-the-sand setting
provides an idyllic backdrop to the tasty
menu options. It is the newly opened
Swarna, though, that is the star of
the culinary show at the resort, surely
ranking among restaurants providing
the most indulgent and exclusive dining
experiences in Maldives. Based on the
regal dining style of Indian maharajahs,
Swarna is actually a series of individual
pavilions where diners enjoy the
extraordinary food in privacy and comfort
while accompanied by musicians playing
traditional music. The visually spectacular,
18-course Swarna Journey is a dining
experience never to be forgotten.
Many people with busy lives come to
Maldives for total seclusion far from the
outside world. Jumeirah Vittaveli has
spectacular overwater suites designed
for couples who never want to leave their
accommodations and are very popular
with guests who have other things in
mind than sightseeing. Vittaveli takes
the overwater concept one better by
offering Ocean Suites accessible only
by boat. Unlike the other overwater
accommodations available here along a
boardwalk, the highly sought after Ocean
Suites are not attached to a landmass;
instead, these freestanding structures
were built anchored directly to the
seabed and, looking at them, seem to
float above the water. The shuttle boat,
only a phone call away, brings guests to
the island if and when they want to go
there, otherwise virtually every meal and
service can be brought to guests in their
huge Suites.
Travelers from South Florida to Maldives
just gained a new option in air travel with
the introduction of Emirates Airlines
service from Fort Lauderdale to Dubai,
where a change of planes takes travelers
to Maldives' Velana International Airport.
Other single-airline services from the
United States to Maldives includeTurkish
Airlines via Istanbul and Lufthansa via
Frankfurt; both airlines offer service from
Miami.
Special romantic experience: hire the
resort’s private yacht to see dolphins and
watch the glow of the sun setting over
the Indian Ocean.
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session. Itthenbecomesafamilytradition
to return to Gstaad throughout one’s life
and perhaps pass on the tradition to the
next generation.
Located in one of the most picturesque
settings in Switzerland, Park Gstaad
maintainsthetraditionofSwisshospitality
andmatchesitwithcontemporarystyling,
fine dining, and attentive service. The
discreet Park Gstaad delivers memorable
experiences on every level for the lucky
guests who stay in this mansion-like
property where privacy and comfort
eat, drink, and sleep together in convivial
elegance amid a beautiful Alpine setting.
Opened in 1910, Park Gstaad was the first
hotel in Switzerland to become a member
of Leading Hotels Of The World and the
first member of the elite Swiss Deluxe
Hotels.
The only hotel located on the south
side of Gstaad’s Saane River running
through the center of the village, Park
Gstaad sits among chalet residences
dotting the landscape, placing it in a
more residential area of the village. At
G s t a a d , S w i t z e r l a n d
GstaadPark
G
staad is a tiny village
with one of the highest
concentrations of wealth
in the world. The village
economy is essentially
based around a school,
namely the Institut Le Rosey, the most
expensive and exclusive boarding school
in the world. Students come from all over;
for generations, kings, queens, industrial
magnates, sports stars, and celebrities
of the entertainment world have visited
and bought homes in Gstaad to be near
their children when school is in its winter
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the same time, the fashion boutiques and
jewelry stores of the famed Promenade
pedestrian street are only a few hundred
yards away, making for a pleasant stroll
or a short ride in one of the hotel’s house
cars. Among the 84 rooms and 10 suites
decorated in a chic style that puts a twist
on traditional Swiss interiors is My Gstaad
Chalet, the largest suite in the Swiss Alps,
which provides more than 4300 square
feet of extraordinary accommodations
to give the feel of a private chalet, one
that comes with all the services expected
in a five-star hotel. Other rooms are no
less stylish and convey a similar sense of
space both indoors and out thanks to the
generous floorplans and glorious views
from the private balconies.
There is no shortage of choices for the
active visitor. For those who come to
Gstaad to ski rather than to see and be
seen, there are ski slopes in the vicinity
and the hotel’s ever helpful concierges
can make all the necessary arrangements
for skiing or for other activities such as
a ride on the cable car at Glacier 3000,
where the highest toboggan run in
the world provides a blast of adrenalin
while admiring the stunning panorama.
Guests enjoy use of the hotel’s indoor
saltwater pool, outdoor freshwater pool
(in summer), and private tennis court
(also in summer). Park Gstaad’s golf
simulator allows guests to practice their
swings throughout the year.
Thevariouspublicroomsontheground
floor act as multiple living rooms where
guests can sit and relax with a drink or a
magazine before or after a meal in the
Chubut Argentinian steakhouse or on the
terrace to enjoy the brilliant sunshine and
crisp mountain air; whether blanketed
in winter white or carpeted in summer
green, the beautiful landscape sparkles.
In winter, the charming Chalet Waldhuus
offers traditional Swiss cuisine. Of course,
it is also possible to have dinner next to
the fireplace in the privacy of one’s suite.
GstaadislocatedinapartofSwitzerland
known as the Bernese Oberland, one of
the country’s most scenic regions. The
village is easily accessed from Zurich’s
state of the art airport by car, helicopter,
and train, including the special Golden
Pass Panoramic train with its all-glass
observation deck above the engineer's
compartment. Travelers from Florida
can enjoy the outstanding services
of SWISS International Air Lines’ new
Business Class cabins and enhanced level
of service, which includes the special
Taste Of Switzerland menus on board
featuring regional wines and cuisine of
Switzerland. Swiss wines are virtually
unknown outside the country; they are
so good the locals buy up almost the
entire annual production, thus leaving
few bottles for oenophiles elsewhere to
enjoy.
SWISS flies nonstop daily between
Miami and Zurich. Make the arrival
experience special with Zurich Airport’s
VIP services, which sends a rep to meet
clients right at the door of the plane and
escort them down the steps to the tarmac
to drive to a private Immigration desk on
arrival; they can then relax in an exclusive
private lounge before continuing to their
final destination. Switzerland’s Elite Rent
A Car can provide chauffeured transfers
from Zurich to Gstaad, which is also easily
accessed by private aircraft flying into
Saanen-Gstaad Airport.
Special romantic experience: take a
ride with Swiss Helicopter, which can
arrange a sublime champagne toast for
two on a snowy mountaintop or provide
heliskiing services for the creation of a
more athletic memory.
www.parkgstaad.ch
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T
ravel is the only thing you
can buy that makes you
richer, so why not treat
yourself to the absolute
best. Travel by private jet to
circumnavigate the world,
hemisphere or even a country. Private
jet travel allows you to immerse yourself
in new and exotic destinations that
major air carriers cannot easily access;
bypass long customs and security lines
and come and go based on the itinerary
and not an airline schedule. Adding to
this already “perfect way to travel” are
the exclusive, extraordinary experiences
of your itinerary in each destination,
the unheard-of level of service and the
highest level of comfort both on the
ground and in the air. The overall private
jet experience is tailored to you from the
time you book the journey until you are
returned safely to your home. Prior to
departure, you will complete a detailed
guest information form. If you drink a diet
coke at 11:00 every morning, they will
have it there for you. Their goal is to make
your experience special and memorable;
no request is too big or too small.
Reid Travel recommends jetting
off with Abercrombie & Kent, Lakani
or the new Crystal Air Cruises for the
most unforgettable memories. These
three companies specialize in curating
itineraries to provide ample time to learn
and discover what interests you in each
destination.
Abercrombie & Kent by Private Jet has
been the leader and pioneer in luxury
travel for nearly 50 years. The Private
Jet experience with them takes luxury
to another level. Travel with a small
group of 50 like-minded guests on an
exclusive-itinerary-packed insider access,
fine dining and invitation-only events
arranged with local experts throughout
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The 2017 destinations
range from the Tropics to
the Arctic
Colombia – Cartagena, a bastion of
well-preserved colonial architecture.
Your hotel will be the Sofitel Legend
Santa Clara Cartagena, originally built
as a convent in 1621, combines colonial
heritage with the finest in modern
comforts. A choice of restaurants is a
planned surprise for each destination.
Easter Island, French Polynesia and the
Solomon Islands, where you will witness
a local wedding ceremony arranged
exclusively for A&K. Swim with one of
the greatest creatures in the ocean—the
giant whale shark—in the Philippines.
Experience the life of the nomad when
you attend a special presentation of the
Naadam Games in Mongolia. Uzbekistan
affords the chance to walk the streets
of Samarkand, a 2,000-year-old city.
Discover the riches of the Tzars in St.
Petersburg and cap your journey with a
toast to the midnight sun in Iceland.
Traveling in unmatched Lakani style,
you are always assured of exquisite
accommodations, comprehensive
sightseeing, personalized attention from
their hand-picked crew and expert tour
managers, and gastronomic delights
both in the air and on land. Lakani jets
can accommodate a maximum of 40
passengers but select journeys allow fewer
guests. Lakani’s“Dine By Choice”Program
offers the flexibility and the option to
personalize your travel experience. While
traveling the world, you can learn a lot
about culture and the destination within
thediningexperience. Thisprogramallows
you to dine at your comfort level in each
of the destinations within your itinerary.
On every pre-designed Lakani LuxuryTour
you will have a Lakani Tour Manager, also
known as your personal concierge. Many
itineraries can be modified based on
specific interests, preferred travel dates
and budget.
Pre-designed or custom-
designed journeys range in
length of time
The Americas: Tour colonial cities and
Mayan ruins of Mexico and thrill to the
adventure of Central and South America.
Middle East: See the awe-inspiring
Treasury at the red city of Petra; mingle
with the Bedouins in the United Arab
Emirates; cruise the Nile and view ancient
temples; swim in the Dead Sea.
Africa: Seek out the mountain gorillas
of Rwanda; encounter Africa’s wildlife on
game viewing drives; sit under the stars of
the African night skies and sip sundowners.
South Pacific: Take a yacht cruise
around Sydney Harbor; bungee jump or
go white water rafting in New Zealand;
witness the Mudmen ritual in Papua New
Guinea.
Asia: Marvel at the Taj Mahal at sunrise
and sunset; ply the waters amid the karst
formations of Halong Bay; explore the
temple of Angkor Wat; shop in the Ginza
District of Tokyo.
Europe: Take in the magnificence of
Versailles; stand in wonderment at the
sight of Stonehenge; bask in the glory of
Neuschwanstein Castle; view the vineyards
while cruising the Moselle and other
endless sights Europe has to offer.
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Crystal Skye Butlers, superb Michelin
star-inspired cuisine and a host of world-
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in-flight entertainment system with 24”
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Explore the world in extraordinary style
on a boutique collection of 15- to 29-
day all-inclusive journeys. Aboard their
privately owned, customized Boeing 777,
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own unstructured itinerary in each iconic
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Crystal Air Cruises offers expansive social
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collectionofexperiencesineachdestination
from an inclusive yet interchangeable mix
ranging from tantalizing gastronomy to
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in accommodations that define a true sense
of place so that you feel the destination
and its culture.
No matter which private jet experience
you think is the best fit, you will not be
disappointed. These companies make
sure that they will create an unforgettable
experience every time you indulge in
treating yourself to luxury private jet travel.
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D
rinking your way around
the world takes you down
winding and wonder paths
missed by the usual tourist.
Wineries, breweries, and
distilleries can be found
far from the centers of great capital
cities.You will be a part of things that are
very different from the normal touring
route – grazing sheep, growing wheat,
World
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the
Bottlein a
Malt Whisky
Trail
plowing farmers, and country markets.
Finding and knowing these places adds
a delicious richness to your world.
Local drink rewards you with the real
taste of an area. It brings you to an
intimate understanding of that French
term - terroir – the magical amalgam of
air, soil, water, and climate that becomes
the very essence of a fruit or food. And
local drink is the perfect addition to your
enjoyment of a region. In the same way
a salmon from the Willamette River is
complemented by the pinot noir from
the valley created by that river, a lovely
single malt scotch or blend is the perfect
accompaniment to the warming fire of
a dank hunting lodge serving smoked
venison, haggis, parsnip soup, or roasted
pheasant.
With scotch in mind, look to Scotland as
a premier travel destination for exploring
local liquors.With a few days or longer you
can experience first-hand the creation of
this nectar, the charm of the countryside,
and the intriguing details of an old world
process meeting new world tastes.
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Over half the distilleries of Scotland are
in the Speyside area, located in the far
north of the country. The end results of
their production are usually mellow, fruity
and sweeter than other regions. But The
Highlands, Isle of Islay, andThe Lowlands
also deserve mention. The flavor profiles
M
arcia Lynn Miller is the author of You Go Girls!
– The Woman’s Guide to Great Travel. She has
somewhere near 70 countries logged into her
passport. As a CertifiedTravel Consultant, for over
17 years she has lead small group tours focused
on food, wine, spirits and cooking in addition to her specialty
tours for women. She and her husband split time between
Portland, Oregon and Zillah, Washington where they own a
small boutique vineyard and she tends a beehive. Learn about
her tours at www.YouGoTastefully.com.
of each region are distinctly
different; smoky, peaty
versions come from the Isle
of Islay; soft, light and grassy
choices fromThe Lowlands,
and varied products from
The Highlands. When you
see and taste it, it will all
make sense.
Speyside is an easy area
to cover with its established
“Malt Whisky Trail.” Cardhu,
Glenfiddich, Glen Moray,
Strathisla, Glen Grant,
Glen Livet, Dallas Dhu, and
Benromach make up that
marketing partnership of
eight world-class distilleries
within reach of each other.
Overall, there are about 60
scotch distilleries producing
in the region and at the
end of April they come
together for the Spirit of
Speyside Whisky Festival.
Distilleries are as different
from each other as wineries
are. They come in small,
medium, and large. Some are family
owned while others seem to regularly
pass from the portfolio of one large
corporation to another. The grounds
of some are humble while others have
interiors full of grand art and impressive
antiques. Most are open to the public for
tours and tastings. Visits usually begin
with an introductory film before you
are exposed to the actual production
facility. Learning about the “heads, tails,
and heart” of a distilled spirit is just part
of knowing how it ultimately gets into
your glass. Naturally, the part we are
all waiting for is the conclusion, with its
requisite tasting. There may be options
for a basic or enhanced tastings. Some
distilleries offer a chance for a top tier
experience of its very old and expensive
bottles. Others let you create your own
blend to take home. The restaurants in
some, like Glen Fiddich, are good for a
fortifying lunch. On a dry day, a picnic
provides a romantic meal. And as always,
you are invited to exit through the gift
shop, where you may lighten your wallet
and add to the weight of your suitcase
with some tchotchkes—or better yet—
bottles!
A fascinating stop for all scotch
aficionados is the Speyside Cooperage.
Scotch distillers age their spirits in
repurposed oak barrels, primarily from
U.S. bourbon makers, who by law, must
only use new oak barrels and only
use a barrel once. Their castoffs are
disassembled and shipped to Scotland in
huge bundles with no instruction manual
for rebuilding them. The cooper works
from that pile of staves to reassemble a
barrel. In addition to being able to cobble
together pieces to complete a watertight
container, the strength required to pound
the staves into compliance is great. You
will gain new appreciation for your next
Rob Roy.
Lastly, if you cannot make it to taste all
900 different single malts, just stop into
the Quaich Bar at the Craigellachie Hotel
in Speyside. Established in 1893, it claims
to be the World’s Leading Whisky Bar. It is
a warm and hospitable spot to complete
your scotch whisky research.
Marcia Lynn Miller
is the author of
You Go Girls!
The Woman’s
Guide to Great
Travel.
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T
he California Central Coast hugs the
Pacific Ocean from Santa Cruz at the
north end to Santa Barbara on the
south. A land of stunning beauty,
small town charm, fine wines and
exquisite cuisine, this region is perfect
for an unforgettable road trip. Winding your way
down the famed Highway 1, you will be met with
breathtaking views and limitless opportunities for
fun and adventure. At your fingertips lie beaches
for picnicking, sunning and surfing, hiking trails
begging to be explored, world-famous wineries with
tasting rooms beckoning, five-star resorts to rest and
rejuvenate, and the matchless beauty of Big Sur, Santa
Barbara and the Monterey Peninsula.
The weather here is often described as
Mediterranean (warm and sunny) although patches
of fog can creep in, creating a marine layer. When
you are packing, it is a smart idea to be prepared to
layer your clothing as weather can change from a
chilly fog to warm and sunny and back again more
than once a day. Typically, September and October
have the best weather.
Almost all of the major airlines that fly into San
Francisco, Los Angeles and San Jose have connecting
flights into numerous towns along the Central Coast
b y V a l e r i e R a m s e y a n d R a c h a e l E r i c k s o n
including Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Santa Maria and
Santa Barbara. If you choose to rent a car and drive,
Highway 101 is a good choice until you get out of
the city that you flew into. You can change over to
the rugged, winding, and spectacularly beautiful
Highway 1 when you are ready to take your scenic
tour.
The Monterey Peninsula lies 125 miles south of
San Francisco and is the heart of the Central Coast.
A piece of land that juts out into the Pacific, this
scenic jewel is home to Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea,
Pacific Grove and Pebble Beach. Filled with history,
Monterey was the first state capital. Visitors flock to
Cannery Row, made famous by Nobel Prize winning
author, John Steinbeck (Of Mice and Men, The Grapes
of Wrath, and Cannery Row, among others).There you
can find a number of shops ranging from touristy
kitsch to one-of-a-kind boutiques. Restaurants range
from casual seafood and pubs to the world-famous
Sardine Factory. Hotel choices run from cozy B&B’s
to two major luxury establishments: Intercontinental
Clement and the Monterey Plaza. Not to be missed
is the Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of the largest in
the world.
Continuing a mile or so down the coast is
Fisherman’sWharf, famous for a plentitude of seafood
California
Central Coast
the
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Pebble Beach Golf Links No. 18
Photo by: Bart Keagy
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and Italian restaurants. Along the wharf
is the best clam chowder you will find
anywhere, often served in a west coast
signature sour dough bread bowl. At the
end of Fisherman’s Wharf, sign up for a
whale watching tour where you will see
not only grey whales, but dolphins, seals,
sea lions, and a great variety of marine
life.
Leaving Monterey, be sure to take in
Pebble Beach and the famed 17-Mile
Drive. Winding through the Del Monte
Forest, you will pass the iconic Pebble
Beach Golf Links along with other
notable courses, beautiful homes and
breath-stopping scenery. You may even
recognize some of it, as the number of
movies that have been filmed here is
significant (190). Consider booking a tour
with Monterey Movie Tours. Fascinating
and well worth the time. On 17-Mile
Drive you will most certainly want to stop
for a photo op at the Lone Cypress tree or
visit the Equestrian Center for a horseback
ride on the beach.
Allow some extra time for lunch at one
of the ten restaurants at Pebble Beach
Resorts. At The Lodge you can dine on
the terrace overlooking the 18th hole, or
atThe Inn at Spanish Bay, relax and enjoy
cocktails around the fire pits overlooking
the links and the Pacific. Traditionally,
every evening at sunset, a bagpiper
strolls the golf links, winding up at the
patio and ending the day in true Scottish
style. Adjacent to the fire pits is Roy’s,
the first of the famous chain to arrive on
the mainland.
The iconic Pebble Beach Resort
annually hosts premier events such as
the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance,
the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am,
Pebble Beach Food & Wine, and Nature
Valley First Tee Open at Pebble Beach.
Five U.S. Open Championships have been
played here, with the next one scheduled
for 2019. The legendary Pebble Beach
Golf Links is on every golfer’s bucket list.
“Pebble Beach is a magical place,” said
Tom O’Toole, President of the USGA. “It is
one of our most treasured U.S. Open sites.”
Pebble Beach Resorts has three award-
winning hotels: The Lodge at Pebble
Beach, The Inn at Spanish Bay, and
Casa Palmero. Pebble Beach Golf Links,
Spyglass Hill, The Links at Spanish Bay
and Del Monte Golf Course are all public
courses, although it often helps to book
a reservation at one of the three hotels in
order to secure a tee time. Special offers
are made throughout the year and can
be found on www.pebblebeach.com.
Reservations can be booked at (888)
351-4296
Just outside the Carmel gate (one of
five leading into and out of 17-Mile Drive)
is Carmel-by-the-Sea. World-famous for
its picturesque look and feel of an English
village, Carmel is full of art galleries,
beautiful jewelry stores, fine wines and
delectable food (it also happens to have
one of the most spectacular beaches in
the world where watching the sunset is
a nightly ritual). Simply walking down
Ocean Avenue is an experience for the
senses. In Carmel the weather mimics
year-round October in New England,
cool and crisp, with bright sunshine
and brilliant blue skies, and everywhere
you go, the scent of wood-burning
fireplaces fills the air. Quite simply,
there is nowhere in the world quite
like it. Shopping includes a stunning
array of unique boutiques to be found
down flower-lined alleyways or in small,
outdoor shopping plazas. Even the most
discriminating shopper is bound to find
items of clothing, accessories, home
décor and rare gifts at the Barnyard,
the Crossroads, and Carmel Plaza.
Among some of the finest restaurants is
Aubergine at L’Auberge. A true gourmand
experience, it is small, quiet and cozy with
intimate touches that personalize the
experience. For Asian influence fused
with local seafood, don’t miss Flying Fish
Grill, a perennial favorite for tourists and
locals alike. Other worthy mentions are
Casanova, La Balena and Mundaka. Small,
cozy and lots of fun, Dametra Café is a
marvelous place to enjoy Mediterranean
food and to be serenaded by the chef and
owner! (Go to www.Zagat.com for best-
rated restaurants).
Truly a golfer’s paradise, all together
there are over 20 public and private
golf courses on the Peninsula alone.
One of the many excellent choices, and
considerably less expensive than Pebble
Hearst Castle, a
National Historic
Landmark built by
William Randolph
Hearst and located
in San Simeon,
the halfway point
between Los Angeles
and San Francisco
The Inn at Spanish Bay Fire Pits
Photo by: Joann Dost
Hearst Castle Luxurious Swimming Pool
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Beach, is the Pacific Grove Municipal Golf
Links. The front 9 hits inland towards
course-side homes, while the back 9 is
as beautiful as any golf course on the
coastline.
Next on your drive south is Big Sur. The
section of Highway 1 running through
it was named the most popular drive
in California in 2014 by the American
Automobile Association and is widely
considered to be one of he most scenic
in the United States, and even the world.
The views are dramatic, the experience,
unforgettable. Besides sightseeing
from the highway, Big Sur offers hiking,
camping, mountain climbing, and other
outdoor activities. There are a large
number of state parks, including McWay
Falls at Julia Pfeiffer State Park, one of
only two waterfalls on the Pacific Coast
that plunge directly into the ocean.
Among the places that draw visitors are
the counter-culture Easlen Institute, the
luxurious Ventana and Post Ranch Inns,
and Nepenthe Restaurant.
Continuing further south, another
must-see is Hearst Castle, a National
Historic Landmark built by William
Randolph Hearst and located in San
Simeon, the halfway point between Los
Angeles and San Francisco. Designed by
Julia Morgan in 1919, the site opened to
visitors in 1958. The 90,000 square foot
mansion houses a considerable collection
of art and antiques and is open for public
tours, including one by candlelight at
night. During its heyday in the 1920s
and 1930s, the Hollywood and political
elite often visited, usually flying into the
estate’s airfield or taking a private Hearst-
ownedtraincarfromLosAngeles. Among
Hearst’s guests were Charlie Chaplin,
Clark Gable, the Marx Brothers, Charles
Lindbergh, Greta Garbo. Cary Grant, Bob
Hope, James Stewart, Franklin Roosevelt
and Winston Churchill. Visit hearstcastle.
org for more information and to book a
tour in advance.
At the southern end of the Central
Coast is Santa Barbara, a legendary city
made famous for its Old World Spanish
charm, bougainvillea-covered red tile
rooftops, and a waterfront teeming with
sailboats, kayaks, and stand-up paddle-
boarders, while the Channel Islands and
whale spouts dot the horizon. Is it any
wonder then that Santa Barbara is known
at“The American Riviera?” Home to some
of the best wines in California (think of
the movie, Sideways), lush gardens and
music festivals, as well as a variety of fine
restaurants—Santa Barbara has it all.
Award winning wineries are tucked
away in the rustic Santa Ynez Valley, just
north of Santa Barbara, along with world-
class horse ranches, the famous Chumash
Casino and the Danish town of Solvang.
One of the most storied hotels in
California is San Ysidro Ranch. Nestled
in the Montecito foothills, it has been a
favorite destination for discriminating
travelers for more than a century. Known
for its natural beauty, romantic heritage
and classic luxury, it was the wedding
site for Vivien Leigh and Sir Lawrence
Olivier and the honeymoon retreat for
John and Jackie Kennedy. One of the
many unique features of the Ranch,
besides the fragrance of magnolias and
orange blossoms, are the private cottages
that wind along the Ranch’s hillside
creek. Built in classic bungalow-style,
all are individually decorated, all have
fireplaces or stoves and decks giving
way to sweeping vistas and outdoor hot
tubs. Get invigorated with a swim in the
hillside pool or relax in the quiet pleasure
of an in-cottage spa treatment.The Ranch
provides guests with several premier
dining choices, each offering herbs and
vegetables grown in its organic gardens.
San Ysidro has been highly recognized
by the travel industry and has received
many awards including the 2016
Wine Spectator’s Grand Award for The
Stonehouse Restaurant.
Santa Barbara wine tours are a
wonderful way to create memories to
last a lifetime. For example, try the Food
& Photo Tour and experience eight food
and wine tastings from local restaurants
and artisans, while learning food photo
tips and tricks from a pro.
Santa Barbara Backroads offers the
informality of Hummer wine tours, beer
tastings or horseback tours, and will
arrange private parties. Or if you prefer
something fancier, look into Golden Limo
Wine Tours, which gives attentive service
to your every need and will book private
tours for one to 25 people.
Among the 50 states, each has its
charms and landmarks, places that make
it stand out. California certainly has
many: San Francisco, the Napa Valley,
Hollywood, Palm Springs and La Jolla to
name just a few. But there is nothing,
absolutely nothing, that can compare to
the natural beauty and uniqueness of
the California Central Coast. For variety,
beauty, accessibility and the extraordinary
range of ways to enjoy the landscape, it
wins the well-deserved title as“Home of
the Original Road Trip.”
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t’s your vacation…what to do? So
much to explore, so many possibilities.
Do you want calm and relaxation?
Perhaps adventure and thrills? If the
latter is what you crave, there are
plenty of choices. How about mountain
climbing? Or heading to Walt Disney
World? Or better yet, perhaps combine
the two and climb the mountains of
Disney? How can that be? Disney’s in
Orlando, Florida and Florida is flat. What
mountains, you may ask? Well, how
about Space Mountain, Splash Mountain,
Expedition Everest, and Big Thunder?
That’s four options. Our advice: read up
on each and then try ’em all. You’ll be so
glad you did!
Mountains of Disneyb y S h a r i L y n n R o t h s t e i n - K r a m e r
Climbthe
Expedition Everest is the tallest of all the
mountains at all of the Disney parks
Big Thunder
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Space Mountain —
Mountain to the Stars
Before entering your adventure,
behold the 42-year-old, 183-foot-tall
structure that looms large, over the Magic
Kingdom. Enticing. Exciting. Exhilarating.
Exactly! Let the journey begin. As you
advance toward the “mountain”, you’ll
quickly realize this is not like any other.
It lifts you not only up into the sky, but
high into the universe. Wind your way
through the stars, getting the feeling
that you’re not on earth anymore. And
this is just the beginning. You and five
other space travelers will embark on your
journey together. Lift off before you know
it, rocketing up through tunnels heavy
with neon lights, and then, down you go!
This drop feels as though you’re moving
at the speed of light, moving through a
complex, detailed rack but here’s a little
secret—the max speed is 28 mph. Really?
Yes, really. And additional stats for those
who want to know—Space Mountain is
cone-shaped; it encompasses 4,508,500
cubic feet. The base of the structure, 300
feet and is composed of 72, 74-ton, ribbed
slopes, which are pre-stressed concrete
beams that come together to make the
mountain. Anyway, back to the journey.
As you plunge down, you’ll fly by the
moon, stars, Milky Way; avoid crashing
meteors and other space vehicles as your
space odyssey continues and ultimately
delivers you safely back on solid ground…
and you thought you’d never see the day
you went to outer space!
Splash Mountain —
Fast-Paced Adventure
Down in the Bayou
Ifyou’reafanofflumes,SplashMountain
is for you. Again, another original concept
from Disney, hop into a wooden log and
then cruise the wild waters of the good
ol' South. Along the way, meet more
than 100 adorable Audio-Animatronic
characters including Br’er Rabbit's, Br’er
Fox, Br’er Bear and their friends who’ll
sing you through the stops like Critter
Cave, Br’er Fox’s Lair, the Fishing Place,
the Old Swimming Hole and Br’er Rabbits
home in the briar patch. Sounds like a
breeze, huh? Just wait. As the log drifts
along and everyone's singing to well-
known Disney songs such as“Zip-a-Dee-
Doo-Dah”, “Ev’rybody’s Got a Laughing
Place” and “How Do You Do”, you don’t
realize that you’re climbing up, up, up…
and 87-feet high later, you’re at the top.
And what goes up must come down.
Whoosh…down the five-story waterfall
you go. Sitting in the front? Hope you
have a change of clothes, as yours will
be sopping wet! Those in the back luck
out. Just a splash and spray as you plunge
downward and wind up in the basin for
the 950,000 gallons of water that go into
this attraction. Splash Mountain has been
thrilling riders since 1992; each adventure
lasts 11 minutes. Can you handle that?
Expedition Everest —
The Need for Speed
Something you’ll want to know:
Expedition Everest stands almost 200 feet
high and is the tallest of all the mountains
at all the Disney parks all over the world.
How about that? So, ready to start the
climb? Okay, another something to know:
There’s no climbing on foot. Take a seat
aboard an old-school, steam-engine style
train and get set to pilgrimage through
the Himalayas. Not for the faint of heart,
you’ll rip through sharp turns, scary
twists, broken tracks, fog, ride backwards,
an 80-foot drop among others, and one
more thing—be prepared to venture
deep into the mountains, where you’ll
intrude on the dreaded Yeti at his home,
something he really doesn’t like, and the
Audio-Animatronic creature will be the
first to let you know. Speed through the
snow-topped, shadowy mountains on a
mile-long journey until you finally make
it out safe and sound.
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Snow White and the
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
- Getting Crazy
THE MOST RECENT AND UNIQUE
MOUNTAIN GOES UNDERGROUND
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hat’s crazy in a good
way, of course! After
all, it’s Disney. Time
to get to work with
those funny little
men. Pass through the
Enchanted Forest, through a tunnel in
um, a mountain?Yup, except this one
is underground. Ready to roll? Hop
into a mine car, where you’ll go from
a nice roll to speeding fast. Getting
nervous? Having fun?Whatever you’re
feeling, let it out by singing. Ready,
begin: “Heigh Ho, Heigh Ho…”
Up you’ll go braving sharp turns,
the countryside and deep into a mine
shaft, all the while your rickety car
feeling as though it may come off the
track at any given moment. Finally,
there they are: all seven dwarfs. But
you can’t stop. Not now. Just passing
through as you climb higher, higher,
higher until you’re at the top. You
know what’s next…down you go,
speeding to the base of the mountain,
behind a waterfall and gaze into Snow
White’s cottage. Before you can say,
“Whistle while you work”the rickety,
rockin’ ride is over.
For more information on
how to plan your next Walt
Disney World vacation visit:
disneyworld.disney.go.com
or call 407.939.5277
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
Imagine that you’re back in the old west
during the gold rush. Naturally, you want
to get in on the action, so you head down
to the Big Thunder Mining Co., which
apparently has seen better days. But you
won’t be deterred. Fifteen thrill-seekers
board a converted ore car to take this
perilous trek through what turns out to
be a deserted mine shaft.You’ll encounter
rushing waterfalls, sharp turns, massive
earthquake and frightening landslides—
all in pursuit of gold.
The folks at Disney love authenticity so
take notice of the buckets, cogwheels,
mining equipment, ore carts and
more—all authentic and antique—
and come from an old ghost town out
west. Perfect for the 2.5-acre mountain,
along with buildings, realistic red rock
buttes, gorges, caverns and dried up
river beds. At it’s highest point, the ride
is 197 feet above sea level and offers
chills and thrills to those who dare to
ride. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad
opened in 1980 in Frontierland. It took
900,000 gallons of water, 4,000 gallons
of paint, and tons of steel and concrete
to bring this exciting adventure to life.
Insider Tip: For the biggest thrills, sit in
the caboose. It doesn’t get much wilder
then that!
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Hours in Miami’s
Design District
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V
acationing in Miami? South
Beach, we presume? Right
around the millennium,
everybody who was
anybody or wanted to be
somebody came to SoBe
to “see and be seen”. You’d find the
hippest clubs, the trendiest restaurants,
and naturally, shopping ’til you dropped!
South Beach became synonymous with
“cool”.
And while it is still Mecca for out-of-
towners, locals have taken notice of a
new area, and have begun the migration
northwest. Just seven miles away from
the heart of South Beach and even
less—five to be exact—from the Miami
International Airport sits Miami’s newest
“it” destination—The Miami Design
District.
Spearheaded by Craig Robins,
gentrification of this 18-square-mile area
began in the early 2000s. The area had
fallen into disrepair; restoration would
be a massive undertaking. But time and
determination make all things possible.
Buildings that had succumbed to“Urban
Decay”were restored, new constructions
built, the neighborhood slowly began
showing signs of life.
Little by little, businesses were coming
back. Design studios and showrooms
were the first to bite. Next came art
galleries and exhibit spaces including
The Moore Building, a well-known
multi-level event space. Architects and
photographers followed suit, and then,
in came restaurants.
It was the appearance of the first luxury
retailer that truly cemented the direction
of the District. In 2009, Christian
Louboutin opened its doors and that
was all the luxury retail community—and
high-end shoppers—needed to make this
the new “place to be”.
Most everything to see in
the Miami Design District
lives between 39th - 42nd
Streets, N. Miami - NE 2nd
Avenue. Let’s breakfast
on Second Avenue and
39th Street at Crumb on Parchment
(3930 NE 2nd Avenue; 305.572.9444).
Florida’s culinary golden child, Michelle
Bernstein’s latest offers a small but
balanced breakfast menu. For homesick
NewYorkers, the NY Style Bacon, Egg and
Cheese sandwich takes you home, but
Floridians opt for Crumb Granola—grains,
nuts and seeds with fresh
fruit and Greek yogurt.
Good and good for you.
Now time to shop. Before
leaving the building, pop
into suite 204, a.k.a. Maman
Fine Art Gallery (3930 NE 2nd Avenue;
305.571.3522; mamanfineart.com). At
the time of this writing, polychrome
ceramic pieces and installations produced
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by Argentine artist, Nicolás Leiva, had
just opened and shows through March.
Exhibitions change and events happen
so check the website …

Head to 39th Street—fine art buffs, stop
intoWolfgang Roth & Partners Fine Art
(WRP) (201 NE 39th St., 305.576.6960;
wrpfineart.com). In addition to ever-
changing gallery exhibitions, WRP
sources fine art and luxury collectibles,
and advises/guides clients as they build
collections. Artists on their roster include
David LaChappelle, Willem DeKooning,
and Helmut Newton … Back-to-back
galleries—enough culture for a while.
Shopping starts at Miu
Miu’s (190 NE 39th St.,
#115, 305.341.9342,
miumiu.com) whose
fabulous femme fatale
fashion features footwear, fragrances,
bags, accessories, sunglasses and ready-
to-wear ... Always over-the-top, Versace
(186 NE 39th St., 305.573.8345, us.versace.
com) showcases all things awesome for
men, women, boys, girls, and home …
Where can you find the best scarves? At
Hermes (163 NE 39th St., 305.868.-0118;
hermes.com), of course. Don’t miss out …
Just next-door is Christian Dior (162 NE
39th St., 305.576.4632; dior.com). Always
on the fashion forefront. Also, some of the
best design inspiration in town … Next
up, Boutique Cartier Miami (147 NE 39th
St., 305.894.2960; cartier.com)—need I
say more? Of course I must! Discovering
each beautiful bracelet, ring, watch,
fragrance, pair of eyeglasses—it’s like
being in heaven … Located at 140 NE
39th Street is Palm Court, where you’ll
find retailers such as Piaget , Hublot,
Vhernier, Bvlgari, Abaco Wines, and
Estefan Kitchen, Emilio and Gloria’s
new upscale Cuban eatery … MDD’s
two-story Louis Vuitton (140 NE 39th
St., 305.573.1366; us.louisvuitton.com)
offers new designs as well as the classics.
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But if yoga’s your thing,
make a quick stop into
Ahana Yoga (3806 NE
1st Ave., 305.456.5339;
ahanayoga.com) to check
it out. Offering 5 kinds of
classes, courses and teacher training, it’s
one of the best around.
If you want to be able
to tell your luggage apart
from all the rest, get it from
Rimowa Store Miami (115
NE 40th St., 305.576.2081;
rimowa.com). This upscale luggage
store specializes in premium-class
aluminum and polycarbonate collections.
Family-owned and operated, they pride
You could spend hours here but MDD
offers so much, get your fix and move
on … Best known for bags, luggage
and leather goods, Longchamp (137 NE
139th St., 305.573.7500; us.logchamp.
com) also offers shoes, ready-to-wear and
accessories. Unfamiliar with Longchamp?
Check it out now … Billfolds, blousons
and belts, oh my! If you’re a man or you
have a man, Ermenegildo Zegna (132
NE 39th St., 305.576.0179; zegna.com) is
a “must-visit” …
Sure, Tiffany & Co. (114 NE 39th
St.,305.428.1390; tiffany.com) is
everywhere but it always feels good
knowing that you might walk out with
that little blue box …
Timeless, classic and entirely
glamourous, Givenchy (106 NE 39th
St., 305.576.6250, givenchy.com) has
everythingagirlneedstofeelgorgeous…
Last stop on 39th Street is Kartell Miami
(2 NE 39th St., 305.573.4010; kartell.com).
Stop in to see what’s new (the Kabuki
Standing lamp) and exciting (Kartell for
Kids) in modern furniture. Hang a right
onto 1st Avenue and another onto 40th
Street and get ready for another block of
great shopping!
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themselves on the ideal balance of
tradition and innovation … Stylish.
Classic. Hip. Timeless. Urban. Rustic.
Relevant. That’s Theory (101 NE 40th
St., 305.576.0741; theory.com). I love this
brand because the clothes make sense.
They look great on women and men,
young and mature, city-dwellers and
suburbanites …
Since 2002, Alice + Olivia (106 NE 40th
St., 305.375.6056; aliceandolivia.com) has
given ladies all kinds of clothing, shoes
and accessories to be excited
about. I love the uncluttered,
funky store design …
When art and fashion collide,
the result is inside Roberto Coin
(130 NE 40th St., 305.576.8084;
en.robertocoin.com). Get
lost in collections of stunning Italian
jewelry—earrings, rings, pendants,
bracelets—everyone on staff is nice,
so go in and try some on … Need new
furniture? Don’t need anything but like
to look? Christian Liaigre (137 NE 40th
St., 305.808.3550; Christian-liaigre.us) is
sure to please … Need to stop for a snack
or a water? Brand new to
MDD is OTL (160 NE 40th
St., w.miamidesigndistrict.
net/listing/510/otl/), a
7000-sq.-ft. resto and café
serving breakfast, light fare, snacks, and
happy hour. Eat in, take out, it’s a great
place to see what’s going on while re-
energizing with healthy, tasty treats. So
now, with a sandwich (made on Zak the
Baker bread), wrap or pastry in hand,
head over to Christian Louboutin
(161 40th St. #104, 305.576.6820;
us.christianlouboutin.com) for a late
afternoon shoe fix. Who doesn’t get
excited when they see the red soles of
one of the best things to ever happen
to footwear ... Another all-time favorite,
Prada (180 NE 40th St., 305.438.2280;
prada.com) is just a few doors away.
Explore everything. You’ll never leave
empty-handed …
Before lunch, check out Design &
Architecture Senior High (DASH – 4002
NE 2nd Ave., dashschool.org).The award-
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winning public magnet school features a
top-of-the-line art and design program
along with academics …Walking is great
exercise but there’s only so long you can
go without refueling.
Revive, relax and refuel
at MC Kitchen (4141 NE
Second Ave.; 305.456.9948;
mckitchenmiami.com),
an Italian eatery focusing
on seasonal and local
ingredients. The lunch menu has a little
bit of everything—antipasti, salad, soup,
panini, pasta, fish and “secondi”. Want
decadence without the carbs? The Petite
Filet Mignon and Chopped Lobster Cobb
tastes as good as it sounds. But there’s no
turkey. So what? Cobb salads are made
for interpretation. This one combines
bacon, bleu cheese, farm egg, heirloom
tomatoes, butter lettuce, watercress, and
buttermilk herb dressing with filet and
lobster. Yum. Carb-friendly people, try
pasta dishes and“designer”pizza (Brussels
sprouts Black truffle, shrimp scampi, wild
mushroom). No matter what you eat, it’s
bound to satisfy.
Now, let’s walk off the
calories and see what’s new
for your home. Stay right on
2nd Avenue until you hit
4141 Design Group (4141
NE 2nd Ave., 305.572.2900; 4141design.
com), where you’ll find fabulous branded
furniture and accessories. Each brand
has its own sales specialist and interior
designer to assist. Only in Miami … Also
at 4141 NE 2nd is Design Within Reach
(305.604.0037; dwr.com). It is a chain
but for good-looking in- and outdoor
furniture, it works … For more outdoor
furniture, visit Inside Out 2 (4100 NE
2nd Ave., 305.576.5552; insideoutfla.
com). No matter what your taste, you’ll
find it here … Jonathan Adler (4040
2nd Ave., 305.576.0200; jonathanadler.
com) offers all things colorful and
relevant in home décor … Also at 4040
is the Institute of Contemporary Art
(305.901.5272; icamiami.org), home to all
things contemporary art. Come in, look
around and be inspired. Tours available
… Disguised as a boutique, Chrome
Hearts (4025 NE 2nd Ave., 786.935.7384;
chromehearts.com) offers artists a place
to express themselves in the forms of
jewelry, gift items, accessories and all
things beautiful … You’ve probably
shopped Marni (3930 NE 2nd Ave. #1000,
305.764.3357; marni.com) before, but
its collections of men’s and women’s
ready-to-wear, footwear, bags always
seem to please … A great way to wind
down is at Jalan Jalan (3921 NE 2nd
Ave., 305.572.9998l; jalanmiami.com).
Beautiful gifts, decorative accessories,
home furnishings, furniture and more will
keep you riveted until you leave happy,
satisfied – and arms full of goodies.
Shopping helps work
up an appetite, and so do
cocktails, so, where should
you go? Double back down
40th Street to Michael’s
GenuineFood&Drink(130
40th St., 305.573.5550; michaelsgenuine.
com). Happy hour’s from 4:30-6pm, but
even if you arrive after 6, find a seat at the
bar and imbibe. Open since 2007, chef/
owner Michael Schwartz has worked
to create a restaurant that appeals to
everyone. And although the epitome
of “trendy”, Schwartz envisioned (and
achieved) a relaxed neighborhood place
where locals could chill out, eat well—
really well—without pretense. Using fresh
local ingredients, simple preparations and
pretty presentations, dishes come out
unfussy and flavorful. Small, medium,
large and extra-large plates make it
easy to order—and taste—lots of items.
Snacks such as Shrimp Toast “Bahn Mi”,
Crispy Hominy, and Thick Cut Potato
Chips make perfect nibbles. I love ceviche
from the raw bar; Wood Oven Roasted
Octopus (medium); and Wood Oven
Roasted Whole Snapper (ex-large). The
kitchen serves until 11pm Mon.-Thurs.;
midnight Friday and Saturday.
When you’re through
eating, you’ve got choices.
The night’s still young and
depending on what you
like, there are many ways
to spend the evening.
Option #1: Hop an Uber to the Adrienne
Arsht Center* (1300 Biscayne Blvd.,
877.949.6722; arshtcenter.org) and see
a play, concert or other performance.
When that’s through, duck into a local
bar for a nightcap and then
home you go. Option #2: It’s
time to go clubbing! Hop
an Uber to E11even* (29
NE 11th St. 305.829.9211;
11miami.com), a 24/7
“Ultraclub” for dessert, entertainment,
music, rooftop chilling and more. Stay all
night or head over to Club
Space* (34 NE 11th Street,
305.375.0001; clubspace.
com) for more afterhours
partying until the morning
light … or Option #3. After
a full day of walking around, eating and
shopping, you’re exhausted. Pack up all
of the goodies you purchased today and
head for home.You’ve had many years of
late night partying—tomorrow’s another
day.
*These venues are not in the Miami
Design District.
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Why you want it: With approximately 2 million
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Cost: free
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created. It constantly updates so you always have accurate, to-
the-minute rates.You can also simultaneously monitor multiple
currencies, calculate prices with XE’s converter, and personalize
your settings.
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Navigating:
Uber
Cost: free
Why you want it: Who hasn’t tried Uber? Just in
case, let us explain. Download the app. Punch in
your destination. Learn your fare. Pick a car (there’s always an
Uber car close by). Get in. Go. Pay with credit card, Apple Pay,
Android Pay or PayPal. In some cities you can even use cash!
CityMapper
Cost: free
Why you want it: The app that deems itself “the
Ultimate Transit Map.” Type in your destination.
Select desired urban cities to find how to get there fast. Get back
every mode of transportation--train, plane, automobile, bicycle,
subway, and foot; there's even an Uber sync-up. Learn the cost,
calories burned, various routes and more.
New York Subway
Cost: free
Why you want it: Even New Yorkers sometimes
need a subway system refresher, so imagine out-
of-towners trying to navigate NYC subways. With colorful maps
of NYC transit and detailed station info, you’ll never take a NYC
taxi (or even an Uber) again—unless you want to.
Waze
Cost: free
Why you want it: This is GoogleMaps on steroids!
Get on the road with hundreds of allies as everyone
shares real-time information (traffic, accidents, road blocks) to
make your commute way better. Get the best routes, to-the-
minute arrival times, delays, police alerts and more. Easy to use
and super effective.
Exploring:
WiFi Finder
Cost: free
Why you want it: Download the app and get all the
hotspots you can find—across the globe—for free.
But what if the network is password protected? Then WiFi Finder
provides you passwords—for free! Search by address, location
name, or city. Just enter credentials and voilà—unlimited Internet
in approximately 50,000 places worldwide.
Trip Advisor
Cost: free
Why you want it:This app has everything! Find tons
of photos and reviews for millions of restaurants,
hotels, destinations, museums, retail shops, airlines, bakeries,
sports venues, parks and more. Get the best hotel rates and
airfares, make reservations, download maps, find things to do
wherever you are—and save your preferences. A trusted source
to many, Trip Advisor makes your trip the best it can be! Bonus:
it’s free and optimized to use minimal cellphone battery.
Time Out
Cost: free
Why you want it: Make your city—or someone
elses—your playground.Time Out lets you discover
all the amazing “stuff” to do right in your own backyard. From
iPic seats, ballet tickets, the best Acai bowl, and the best Wagyu
steak to the charity fashion rescue ball, sporting events, and how
to escape your beloved city for the weekend, this apps got it.
Explore, share, enjoy!
Communicate:
Google Translate
Cost: free
Why you want it: How do you say,“More cheese,
please”in Finnish? Slovak? Swahili? Urdu? Wonder
no more. Google Translate lets you know in 103 languages.
Type it in and voila. Try two-way instant speech translations
(conversation mode) in 32 languages and 37 by taking a picture
of the words. No internet? No worries. You can still translate
52 languages. From everyday phrases to obscure expressions,
when you need it in Mongolian, Thai or Turkish, you got it.
WhatsApp
Cost: free
Why you want it: Doesn’t matter where you are or
where you go–stay in touch with friends and family
with What’sApp. Using your phone’s Internet connection, call,
message, send pics, videos, have group chats, and voice mails
at no charge (even internationally). Since it uses your phone
and number, your contacts are easily accessible and there are
no usernames or pins.
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I
n the case of Pat and Peter, my long
time Chicago clients, their home
speaks volumes about who they are
and how they choose to live their lives.
These dynamic people are 80, but their
youthful spirit and positive outlook on
life is ageless. They are socially very active
and enjoy international travel. They are
full of energy and vitality, and their new
home décor reflects them perfectly.
As often happens in life, opportunities
can appear when we least expect them,
and that’s exactly what happened to Pat
and Peter. Out of the blue, along came
a buyer who was eager to purchase their
home in the Chicago suburbs, and so they
decided to take a “why not?” approach
to the offer and do something new and
different. They found a condominium
downtown — one that fit their needs
perfectly. The building itself was ideal for
them, located on Lake Shore Drive across
from the Drake Hotel, with breathtaking
views of Lake Michigan. With the added
amenities that the building offered, the
proximity to children and grandchildren,
and the convenience and excitement of
living in the city, they were thrilled with
the prospect of starting their new life.
The first thing they did upon pur-
chasing the apartment was to give me
a call asking me if I could come to Chi-
cago to see their new place and to talk
about how we could redecorate it. I
put together an assortment of fabrics
and wallpapers that I felt were represen-
tative of their taste and would freshen
the look of what they had. It was clear
that they wanted fresh but not all new
case goods and upholstery. They were
happy with what they were presently
living with.
Chicago Redesign
LIVING
ROOM
The elegant sheers are on all the windows… at night
they give a shimmering effect… rather magical! This
sunny space with its ever-changing, stimulating views,
keeps the occupants occupied and in touch.
The furniture in the living room was cleaned and repo-
sitioned in the new space. There had been a working
fireplace in the previous apartment, and the clients
loved it. A faux fireplace was created by installing a
French-style-plaster mantle with a decoupage “tile”
facing. We built wooden folding doors for above the
mantle to conceal storage items.
b y A n d r e a C a r m i c h a e l , A S I D
fresh
Upon arrival, I met the clients at their
existing dwelling and refreshed my
memory on details. We then sat at the
dining table and quick, positive decisions
were made. It was all flowing together
seamlessly, and we were excited about
the direction the project was taking.
New beginnings are always an
opportunity for rediscovery and to be
excited about what lies ahead. This
is particularly true as we get older.
Now, with their new, freshly decorated
apartment, which is reflective of their
personalities, Pat and Peter feel energized
and that they have a new lease on life.
They feel that they are living a dream
come true. “Why did we not move into
town earlier?” Moving is never easy, but
they are so stimulated by their new in-
town location and their beautiful new
redo that it has all been worthwhile.
BUTLERS
PANTRYAt the end of the kitchen is a little
nook that is practical and quite
convenient as a bar or a great
place for personal treasures.
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The French-inspired pattern of the wallpaper
is a serene spot to relax with the newspa-
per and morning coffee. The windows were
frosted to diffuse the adjoining apartment
house.
MASTER
BEDROOM
Born on St Patrick’s Day, Pat, certainly depicts
“wearing of the green” – thus the reason
for the vibrant green walls. The overbed
treatment and screens flanking the window
are covered in a bright floral print. The
hand-painted dressers blend in well from
the previous apartment.
DINING
ROOMThis room sports a new crystal chandelier.
The chairs were reupholstered with flowers
appliqued to a solid fabric on the inside back
and a cut velvet livens the outside backs. It is
reflective of the colors in the living room.
Andrea Carmichael, Inc.
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LIBRARYThe red walls are repeated from the previous
library and the Oriental-themed fabric gives the
space a totally new look. The color energizes the
clients while they watch television or take in the
views of Lake Michigan. The matching wallpaper
is installed on the walls of the bathroom.
BREAKFAST
ROOM
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Abōd Shelters

M
agic happens when hearts align
around a cause that rings true and
demonstrates tangible impact on
lives of those who suffer in severe
poverty.

This magical feeling permeated the air at The
Woods, Harbourside in Jupiter Thursday evening
Dec 1st, 2016. Entrepreneurs, business owners
and medical professionals gathered for the
first Florida Valiant Wealth Africa Philanthropy
Experience for the Abōd Shelters Foundation.
Abōd Shelters Foundation Debuts
in Florida with First Valiant Wealth
Philanthropy Fundraising Mixer
48 LIFESTYLE

Doug Vander Weide, the founder
of Valiant Wealth and event sponsor,
explained the Foundation’s purpose
as first to democratize housing for the
world’s neediest populations; more than
four billion people live in below poverty
conditions, a worldwide epidemic.

Abōd sparked the trendy tiny home
movement. Its distinctive design based on
the catenary arch, connects emotionally
with people from all parts of the world.
The design is the result of a competition
among architects of BSB Design, a
nationally recognized firm of residential
and commercial developments. The
promise of this humanitarian design is
Abōd: One House. One Day. One Family.
The Abōd is delivered as a kit. It’s proven
to be 50 percent less expensive, 80
percent faster to build and 100% longer
lasting than traditional block housing.

The Abōd is quite versatile. Abōd
Villages are established in partnership
with NGO’s in a growing number of Africa
locations like Zambia where Abōds are
devoted to dormitories for middle school-
age students and technology labs. In
Ghana, Abōd homes are built for working
families at a fish farm enterprise on Lake
Volta, Asikuma. In Limpopo, Abōds serve
as homes for children, teachers, and
caretakers of a rural orphanage.

The“Invitation Only”event was created
to raise funds for an Abōd Medical Center
Surgery and BirthingTheaters in the heart
of Abōd Tiny Home Village planned in
Mbuguni, Tanzania operated by STEMM.
org. The project broke ground in January
2017. Guests generously donated after
hearing the real stories of how Abōd
projects positively impact children and
women’s lives. Ginny Shiverdecker,
Valiant Wealth Director of Development
and Abōd Shelters Foundation’s Executive
Director, said,
“The birthing center is the first step
toward saving lives as more then 8,000
women die during child birth in Tanzania
every year. By providing clinical settings
and educating Maasai women to elevated
midwifery practices, we can change the
death rate and help prevent the high
degree of cerebral palsy in children who
are born in such poor conditions. “

To help bring the Abōd Village concept
to life, guests could try on the Oculus Rift
Virtual Reality Glasses by Facebook to see
how each Abōd could be designed as class
rooms, homes, or medical facilities.

To enhance the authentic African fun
factor participants toured theTesla Models
S and X with product specialists. Tesla is
founded by South African born Elon Musk.

The personal stories and activities
inspired guests to participate in the African
Silent Auction featuring artisan jewelry,
South African wine, tribal paintings,
sculpture and one-of-a-kind handcrafted
creations.

In addition, guests were offered the
chance to win an Abōd African Adventure
Trip for two with Ty Pennington of
Extreme Makeover fame, for a once in a
lifetime learn, build and safari experience.
Pennington signed on as Goodwill
Ambassador two years ago.

When asked if there would be a future
event, Shiverdecker said,“Absolutely! Our
intent is to start a conversation around our
mission and make connections to build
a community of like-minded people who
care passionately about providing women
and children stability that comes with
better living conditions.”

To learn more and donate go to
www.abodshelters.com.
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