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STAFF Federico Hernandez Publisher Pedro Lázaro Editor Betto Rúa Creative Director Daisy Abreu Sales Director Josie Hernandez Copywriter
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ACCESS
Mun2Acess is delighted to introduce a new monthly publication of ACCESS in Miami. An underground trendsetter publication, ACCESS focuses on Inspiration, Fashion, Extreme Sports, Lifestyle, Entertainment and Research.
Our outreach in Miami is an estimated growing audience of over 75,000 individuals, due to the combination of a 300 key-location, a premeditated distribution and an estimated 50,000 followers in our social media outlet via Facebook, Instagram & Twitter.
CONTENT Page 4 Miami in the 1920’s Page 6 When it Rained Rum Page 8 Scandal that Rocked Miami Page 10 Peru_Moda, 2013 Page 12 Access Fashion: Quick Thoughts Page 16 Access Woman: Carolina Betancourt Page 18 Access Man: Harold Lozano Page 20 Access Movie: Star Trek Page 21 Access Travel: The San Juan Conrad Page 22 Access Arts - Seven Windows
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THINGS YOU DID NOT KNOW!
MIAMI IN THE 1920’S...
· The 1926 Miami hurricane (or Great Miami Hurricane) was a Category 4 hurricane that devastated Miami, in September 1926. The storm’s enormous regional economic impact pushed the region on an early start into the Great Depression.
· Fisher’s Flamingo Hotel opens on 15th St. and the Bay.
· The Coral Gables Biltmore Hotel was built in 1926 by John Bowman of the Bowman-Biltmore Hotels Corporation, along with the founding father of Coral Gables, George Merrick.
· The Roman Pools and Casino, at 22nd Street and the Ocean, opened their doors. This type of bathing casino was last built in Miami and, has been considered, the most ostentatious. It contained, shops, restaurants and private cabanas
· The Army Corps of Engineers began construction of Star Island · Pictured house of J.C.Penney.
· The trolley car system was completed, linking the mainland, Miami Beach through the MacArthur Causeway
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WHEN IT RAINED RUM The Real McCoy, a story about prohibitions most famous “Rum Runner”. His private yacht, the “Blue Lagoon”, became Bill McCoy’S resting place. On December 30, 1948, 71 years old famous rum smuggler, died of a heart attack surrounded by what he loved the most, the sea.
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uring the Prohibition, putting together his life savings, Bill began his career as a smuggler, investing in a 90-foot schooner named: Henry L Marshall. He arrived at the Nassau smugglers port, in the Bahamas, were he loaded up hundreds of cases of Canadian whisky. Three days later, McCoy would be back into US waters, where the whisky was sold for $15,000 in tax free funds. The year was 1921 and William (Bill) McCoy wanted more.
McCoy is credited with the idea of moving large ships, to the edge of the threemile limit of the U.S. jurisdiction, and there selling his cargo to his wealthy buyers clientele, local fishermen and boat captains. Soon, others were following and the three mile limit was known as “the Rum Line” and the ships waiting, the “Rum Rows”.or Rum Runners. Many rum-runners made the trip through the Great Lakes and the island of SaintPierre, an important base used by smugglers, including the famous gangster, Al Capone. The term, “The Real McCoy”, is said to originate from the prohibition-era Jacksonville boatyard owner and rum-runner. While popular crime figures like Al Capone were running Chicago and Detroit, McCoy was in control of the Atlantic Ocean rum-running, between the Bahamas and Canada.
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SCANDAL THAT ROCKED MIAMI. The Candy Scandal - In the 1960’s, Miami Beach was a jet set hangout for the Rich and Famous. The ideal weather, beaches, condos and already celebrated nightlife, attracted wealth from around the world.
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Including millionaire, businessman Jacques Mossler and his trophy wife Candace (Candy) Weatherby Johnson. In 1964, a media frenzy erupted when the millionaire was found dead in his Biscayne apt. The authorities were notified and the hunt for the murderer began. The police did not have to search further out, for the murderer was apparently a member or very well known person of “the family”. t turns out Melvin Powers, Candy’s nephew was living with the couple, prior to the murder. Candy’s older sister had called her and said she was having problems with her son Mel. She asked if she (Candy) and Jacques could take him in, to keep the young man out of trouble. The 28 year old was a tall, handsome man that, once installed in the Mossler mansion, started having an incestuous relationship with his aunt, Candy, who at the time was 50 years old. Thanks to several servants in the Mossler household, Jaquess was informed of his wife dalliances. In the apartment the police found a diary and one of his last entries read: “If they don’t kill me, I will have to kill them”. On June 29th, around 4:30 am, the police received a call from Candy: Jaquess Mossler had been stabbed 39 times, his head left in a pulp. From the get go, the authorities felt, this was a crime of passion. Let’s say, the diary gave the cops the lead to pursue what Candy knew and what apparently her nephew, Melvin had done. At the Miami International airport, a Mossler company car, was found in the parking garage. Inside the vehicle fingerprints matched those found in the Biscayne apartment. Authorities found out that, Melvin had flown back to Houston, just hours after the horrendous incident. Eventually, Mel Powers was arrested for the murder of Jacques Mossler.
Incredibly, both Mossler and Powers were acquitted of the murder. Police officers and the District Attorney’s office desisted the search for Jacques’ assassins, as they stood by their initial conclusion that Candace and her lover had committed the crime. Eventually, Powers and Mossler broke up and in 1976, Candy took an overdose of migraine medication and was found dead in her hotel room. In October 8, 2010, the body of Melvin Powers, was found dead in his Houston, Texas home.
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eru-Moda is one of the most important international fashion fairs in Latin America. It captures the attention of more than 2,000 visitors, from more than 57 countries, interested in the clothing, textiles, jewelry, as Peru’s Fashion Week opens its doors to the world.
Buyers delegations from Mexico, Brazil and Europe were present during a week of High Fashion and Glamour. Last year, Peru-Moda was a huge success that brought into the country 110 million dollars, exceeding whatever was generated in prevous versions. On the catwalk, PERU-MODA brought together collections by designers Liliana Villalobos, Sergio Dávila, Sumy Kujon, Meche Correa, José Miguel Valdivia, Lorena Pestaña, Harumi Momota, Gleny Castro, Claudia Armenteras and Rosary Lira. The strategy of promoting with international brands such as Dunkelvolk, M.bö, Applauzi, Velavera, Inkasign, SDF Supply, Verdette, ADF, Nuova Line Jewelry, was a plus, and brought buyers and media from the US and Asia.
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QUICK THOUGHTS: Raise your glass for you nation, we are one generation, only one destination, lets go higher those are my lyrics to my latest song I did with red one production. Something about me right now ...
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rancesca Ramirez is a Singer, Songwriter,Fashion Blogger, and designer ready to share some exciting news. Starting with her collaboration with Puertorican Rapper Cosculluela on a track produced my mega producer RED ONE, and responsible for the success of Lady GAGA, JLo, Pit Bull, Enrique Iglesias and many others, Might join Red One’s team very soon. She’s also featuring on Armenian Star Armen Gondrachayan next single whom is expected within the Armenian community to be a huge hit. As a former Pussycat Doll and with over 100,000 followers on twitter, Ramirez has made a name for herself in Hollywood and in some other places in the US.. Last month the young, up and coming, artist was featured on In-Style Magazine as the breakthrough Blogger; giving her input on her style inspired by In-Style. This girl is not only a amazing Singer, Dancer, Songwriter, Fashionista, Model etc.. But is also a Jewelry designer and has clients such as David Beckham, Mel B, Nicole Sherzinger, Paris Hilton, Megan Fox, Chris Pine and many others and has her Jewelry line in around 75 stores around the world. www.luckyflirts.com . Aside of work Francesca enjoys the beach, sports and food. She loves travelling and is a big fan of creative people, giving them the chance to shine by exposing their creations among her social media. We hope to see another successful Latina arise to the top as this girl has proven to have what it takes and has work extremely hard through the stones and storm. @edgyfashionpost @missfrancescar
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At a younger age; Did you envisioned yourself in the position you are now? Yes, I never thought at what age… but I always believed it would happen at some point. What was your first job and how old were you? My first real job was in a restaurant as a hostess when I was 20 years old. How easy or difficult was it to get to where you are now? No, it wasn’t easy at all. It was a lot of hard work, being patient and being positive.
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he sexy Latina is constantly enriching her craft and for this reason she is actually taking acting lessons. A proverb that Betancourth uses in her personal and professional universe are: “Instead of focusing on all the bad, be thankful for all the good, because each day you have is a blessing. Always believe in yourself. No matter who’s around you being negative or thrusting bad energy around you, totally block it off. Because whatever you believe you become”. Perhaps saying “we should all incorporate in life. What do you like best about your work? What I like about my job is that every day offers something different; different people, places and roles. And the opportunity to meet people from around the world Do you believe in team work? Very much so; always. What big satisfaction have you received from your craft? I think the biggest thrill was when I went on tour with singer Julio Iglesias. What do you think of this saying “You have to give to receive”? I think you always have to give without expectations. There is more satisfaction in giving than receiving plus you reap what you sow. What do you do in your free time? One of my favorite things to do in my free time is read a book, in my favorite coffee place, with a huge mug of coffee, of course. What do you understand by the word “compassion”? Compassion is to have love for others. Favorite food? Japanese food
INTRODUCING BEAUTY & TALENT:
CAROLINA BETANCOURT The sexy model and presenter “takes five” and shares some thoughts with Access Miami.
What song do you listen to that inspires you, lifts and motivates you? Right now I like “Vivir mi vida, Live my life” by Marc Anthony. It puts me in a happy mood. What color brings you joy serenity? White! What would your advice be to a young person who wishes to follow your steps? Never stop dreaming, but dream big, work hard and keep believing that it will come true and it will, at the perfect time.
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HAROLD LOZANO: When hard work equals success At a younger age; Did you envisioned yourself in the position you are now? I never saw myself working in the nightlife industry but I always knew I would be a business owner. They say hard work pays off and I totally agree. I’m far from lazy and I never give up. I’ve never shrunk away from getting my hands dirty. I’ve always had the “Whatever it takes” attitude.
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ow easy or difficult was it to get to where you are today? It was tough, just thinking about this question gives me chills. It reminds me of my past struggles. Life hasn’t been easy for me at all. I left home at 16 years old and always had to much pride to go back. I never really had that father figure . I’ve always been a self taught survivor. I’ve made mistakes and learnt in life the hard way. I decided on a fresh start and a move to Miami. I wanted to be a new man and rediscover myself. So Lozano started by dropping 40 lbs, got lean and mean and pursued a career in modeling and acting. “That wasn’t paying the bills, so I started working in restaurant and bars, in South Beach. Sooner than later, Harold started making friends, most of them people who worked in the night life industry. They were living the Miami Beach fast life and not working as hard as Lozano, an it dawned upon the business man: “Why not? Why not me? A fresh image and a fresh start, perhaps its my time to shine”.
“I’m a firm believer in what doesn’t break you, will make you and here I am”. Harold considers life as his classroom. He has always been self taught and will continue to do so.
What do you do in your free time? Nothing crazy, I like to play with my dog, hang out with my girl and catch up with my family. My business life is so energetic and crazy that I just need some down time and catch on sleep.
A proverb you use every day to motivate yourself or others: “Good things come to those who wait”. Well I’ve tweaked this saying to suit my life. “Good things comes to those who work their butts off and never give up”.
What do you understand by the word “compassion”. Compassion is important in life. Everyone in life has their own story and somewhere down the line, they’ve been thru something you haven’t been thru or you don’t even know about.
What do you like best about your job? Meeting interesting people and making new friends from across this country and beyond. Do you believe in team work? You have to have a good team. You are only as good as your weakest link. Even Lebron needs D wade. What has been the most job satisfaction? Getting paid to party with celebrities. Living and working in Miami you never know who’s going to walk down the carpet next. What do you think of this “You have to give to get”? Starting any new business you always have to give to get. You got to build relations, get your name out there. You can’t expect to be an overnight millionaire. Same thing goes for your personal life. It takes a bit of give and take and to realize who are you, who are your true friends and who, just want a free ride.
Favorite food? Nothing beats my mothers cooking. I’m of Colombian decent so I love my authentic Colombian food. What song do you listen to that inspires you, lifts and motivates you? Good Life by Kanye West and It’s A Beautiful Day by U2. One’s my business inspiration and the other, my personal inspiration. What color brings you joy and serenity? Red. It’s the only color that has any personal meaning to me. Your advice to a young person who wishes to follow your steps? Never give up and be persistent. Life throws us all challenges so just keep your eye on the prize. It’s well worth it, in the long run.
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“STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS”: PREMIERE: SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA
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ctor Zachary Quinto. Director J. J. Abrams. The lifeguard, Dean “Deano” Gladstone, from Bondit,the show; actors, Chris Pine and Karl Urban, ...all of them met at the famous Bondi Beach for the “Star Trek Into Darkness” photo call. The event presented especially designed surf boards with the Star Trek logo to the cast.
The night was reserved for the premiere of the film, at the land Down Under, where thousands gathered to watch the latest sequel of the already famous film franchise. Film director J.J. Abrams posed with hundreds of fans who gathered at Sydney’s “Event Cinemas” for the premiere of Star Trek: Into Darkness.
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THE CONRAD SAN JUAN CONDADO PLAZA: Chic vacation emporium to relax and play in the heart of San Juan, Puerto Rico.
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onrad® Hotels & Resorts is Hilton Worldwide’s global luxury brand and the choice for today’s modern, sophisticated traveler. By focusing on the individual, The Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza offers guests genuine and personalized experience and a world of style, service and connection. A private beach and protected swimming area with a water sports complex features windsurfers, aqua cycles, kayaks, an artificial reef and snorkeling gear. In addition, the coveted hotel offers three outdoor swimming pools – one with salt water and two with fresh water. These include an activity pool with swim-up bar, a lap pool overlooking the Condado Lagoon, and a hotel pool boasting a shallow area with waterslide for children and a toddler’s area. A whirlpool spa offers spectacular ocean views. There is a massage area and look-out point, and hammocks for oceanfront relaxation. Ideally located on San Juan’s sophisticated Condado strip, Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza has the distinction of being the only hotel to overlook both the Atlantic Ocean and the tranquil Condado Lagoon. A relaxed island lifestyle blends seamlessly with the electrifying energy of Puerto Rico’s largest casino and a wide array of activities at the hotel, all within minutes of the cobblestoned streets of Old San Juan. It is the perfect urban retreat for both business and leisure travelers in Puerto Rico.
21 The hotel’s 571 deluxe guest rooms and suites feature sleek contemporary interiors by noted designer Leo Daly. Most have private balconies with balconies offering breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Condado Lagoon or city and are also equipped with high-speed Internet access, premium cable television, plasma flatscreen televisions, electronic safes, in-room coffee/tea makers, hair dryers, refrigerators, irons and ironing boards, ergonomic chairs and oversized workstations. Did we mention gastronomy? The Conrad Condado Plaza out does itself with a no holds barred offer of the best restaurants and bars in town. • Pikayo, the flagship of acclaimed Chef Wilo Benet, has become a fixture since moving to the hotel in 2009. A San Juan institution for more than 22 years, Pikayo features Wilo’s Nu + Global Mix, a combination of new and classic dishes from Puerto Rico and around the world. • Eight Noodle Bar is Condado’s most popular Asian restaurant, open for day and late-night dining, located directly across from the hotel’s Casino. • Aqua Bar & Grill, located adjacent to main pool and beach. This restaurant offers snacks, light lunches and smoothies as well as sumptuous breakfasts on weekends. • Café Caribe, a family style restaurant and ice cream parlor, is open for casual dining at every meal. • Denny’s, this location includes a full service bar ideal for families and business travelers on the go. Denny’s is open 24 hours, serving American food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. •Eternal Lobby Lounge, encompassing three bars with unique décor and views, includes the 360 degree Moon Bar in the center of the lobby for drinks from noon daily, the Ice Bar for drinks and appetizers from the Eight Noodle Bar, and the Fire Bar for drinks and dancing late into the night on Fridays and Saturdays. • Starbuck’s providing freshly brewed coffee and light fare. • In-room dining for private meals in your guest room or suite. What are you waiting for? Book your stay @ The Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza Hotel now. For more information on Conrad San Juan Condado Plaza, call (888) 722-1274 or visit www.Condadoplaza.com.
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ARTS
CHRISTIAN MARCLAY: Seven Windows The artist covers the windows of the Parisian museum with sounds... Awarded the Golden Lion for best artist in the Venice Biennale, in 2011, and for his work on the video The Clock, Christian Marclay, is an American Swiss artist, born in 1955, who lives and works in London. Marclay has been exploring the links between the visual arts with the sounds of the past 30 years, such as, music, performance, photography, video and installations.
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ith the reopening of the Palais de Tokyo, in Paris, Christian Marclay proposed an innovative design for the seven windows that are part of the structure and the facade of the museum. For this new project, the artist was inspired with onomatopoeia or words that recreate a sound. The same is a direct reference to the graphic expression of sound and the world of graphic novels and / or comics.
Since the late 1980’s, Marclay has been exploring these words through collages, photographs, and more recently, with musical scores. The spectacular color collages cover the windows of the building. The division of these glass vertical walls evokes the organization of a comic book page, leading to the feeling of a solid story that unfolds in space as the visitor walks by the museum. The onomatopoeia that inspires the composition of each window, ranges from the American comics, Gothic stained glass and hanging scrolls or kakemono of Japan. These multiple references, underscore the universality of the emotions, expressed by the onomatopoeia, despite the differences between the language and culture of origin. If you go to Paris, you may enjoy Christian Marclay’s work whether from the inside, during the day, when the natural light is coming from the outside and at night, standing outside the museum, illuminated by the light of the Palais de Tokyo restaurant.