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Elevates Social Responsibility With Philanthropic Fashion Show For AMERICARES

Building A Lasting Family Legacy Through Diversification

The Wonder of London’s Multiplicity of Art and Performance Offerings

The Fanshawes Artistic Journey Through the Caribbean and North America

GABRIELA REUTTER:

Caribbean Premier League Cricket Defines the Spirit of the Commonwealth

On the Fringe — The Long Ride into Olympic History

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ELLIOT BASTIEN A Contemporary Artist Reshaping Caribbean Identity

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EMILY AND AMELIA FOSTER One Heritage And A Love Of Horses

Royal Huisman’s New ‘AQUARIUS’ raises its sails for the St Barths Bucket Regatta

EVENTS THINGS WORTH NOTING

P. Noted / EVENTS Tortuga Bay Inaugurates the Temporary Exhibition Hall at the Rainieri Cultural Centre “El Centro Cultural Rainieri.”

ore than 70 artworks offer a journey through three centuries of creation, exchange, and memory, with the sea serving as both a central theme and a space for cultural connection. Organised by the Frank M and Haydée Ranieri Foundation and the Ranieri Cultural Centre—with the support of the heirs of Ann

and Ted Kheel—the exhibition uses paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, video, and installations to reveal the many ways artists have interpreted the Caribbean experience from the 19th century to the present day. Drawing from the Héctor José Rizek collection and featuring over 40 artists from the Caribbean islands and the diaspora, the exhibition stands as one of the most significant artistic presentations in the Dominican Republic in recent times.

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P. Noted / EVENTS Harrods and Brand63Africa celebrate the opening of their first collaborative pop-up.

arrods and Brand63Africa marked the official opening of their first collaborative pop-up, marking Brand63AH frica’s first-ever retail activation with a cocktail reception at The Grill at Harrods. Hosted by Eva Omaghomi CVO, Founder and CEO of Brand63Africa, and Simon Longland, Director of Buying, Fashion at Harrods, the

evening brought together leading figures spanning fashion, culture and the creative industries to toast the landmark retail partnership. The platform brings together designers from across Africa, Caribbean and the diaspora—recognised by the African Union as the continent’s sixth region—to champion a vision of luxury defined by craftsmanship, innovation, sustainability and community empowerment. brand63africa.com / harrods.com ©Photos courtesy of Negri Firman PR & Communication

Brand63africa at Harrods

Denola Gray, Adebayo Denola Gray, Adebayo Oke-Lawal Oke-Lawal (TheOrangeNerd) (TheOrangeNerd)

Eva Omaghomi Cvo Founder And CEO, Brand63africa; Simon Eva Omaghomi CVOLongland Director Ofand Buying - Fashion, Harrods Simon Longland

Brand63Africa Design Cohort - Namnyak Odupoy Sophie Bufton, Omar Salam, Lulu Shabell, Robert Young, Eva Omaghomi CVO, Simon Longland, Aisha Ayensu, Mojisola Adegbile, Vanessa Bannerman

Eva Omaghomi CVO, Susan Whitfield

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Mojisola Adegbile, Lulu Shabell

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THE CARIBBEAN — COMMUNITIES BUILT ON SPORTSMANSHIP

Peter Williams, Editor-In-Chief attending a match at Sabina Park cricket ground in Kingston, Jamaica for the Caribbean Premier League’s annual Twenty20 cricket tournament.

In a world in pursuit of excellence, we often measure success of our achievements by the bottling of a rare vintage, the architectural lines defining coastal villas, or refined hand-stitching of fabrics to create one-of-a-kind couture suits.

et, across the islands of the Caribbean, the truest expression of our success is found in something far more subtle that is deeply rooted in people’s values: our collective passion for play, competition, and community. From the sun-bleached cricket pitches of Barbados and Antigua to the legendary track fields of Jamaica, from scenic bays in Grenada hosting international regattas to the vibrant domino tables in Puerto Rico hosting neighbourhood games, SPORTSMANSHIP is the invisible thread that weaves our people and communities together. True SPORTSMANSHIP in the Caribbean is not merely about the final score; it is a cultural cornerstone. It is the shared joy of community gatherings under the shade of a coconut tree as we cheer on local matches, the rigorous discipline of athletes training in the tropical sunshine, and at the end of the game — regardless of the score — legendary hospitality extended to rivals now turned friends. It is a West Indian family ethos that transcends our island boundaries, fostering a deep sense of belonging and mutual respect for friends, family, and visitors, wherever in the world our communities gather to celebrate the beauty of life.

With best wishes! PETER BANCROFT WILLIAMS, MBA Master in International Affairs & Diplomacy Editor-in-Chief IG: jamaqueparadis Vol.19/No50 14

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2026 World of WearableArt Competition.

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ow is an Explosion of creativity, a Celebration of Culture, Nature, and Whimsy — Avant-garde style, technology, and performance converge in a fantastical, joyous competition every year in New Zealand. World of WearableArt is a vibrant multimedia competition established in 1987, which continues to invite entrants from around the world to sew and sculpt their most ambitious garments. This year’s show is titled GLO!, with Kayla Christensen of New Zealand taking the top prize for her work “Sacred Nightfall,” a spectacularly noble, draped floral garment that nods to Indigenous ceremonial cloaks. | P worldofwearableart.com. jamaqueparadis.com

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WINS THE 2026 CORALES PUNTACANA CHAMPIONSHIP PGA TOUR EVENT The trophy was presented to the champion on the 18th green surrounded by thousands of fans who had come to the Corales Golf Course to witness this great sporting milestone. Along with the trophy, Mazzoli received the tournament's signature white chacabana shirt and the iconic Corales hat. The award was presented by Paola Rainieri, Chief Marketing Officer of Grupo Puntacana, and Francesca Rainieri, Chief Financial Officer of Grupo Puntacana, accompanied by tournament logistics coordinators Manuel Sajour, Julio Díaz, Hiram Silfa, Hernando Núñez, Jay Overton, and Cledy Córdoba.

The Italian secures his first victory as a professional, claimed his biggest victory of his career, capturing the title at the Corales Puntacana Championship PGA TOUR Event 2026 and earning the distinction of “King of Corales 2026” after finishing the tournament at 20-under-par (268) and securing his first career PGA TOUR victory.

ith 8 birdies and 2 bogeys, finishing with a total of 268 strokes, Mazzoli overtook Todd Clements, who led the previous three days, with an impressive birdie on the championship’s final hole — a move that added even more drama to the tournament’s conclusion, watched by hundreds of people who gathered at the 18th hole and in the oceanfront skyboxes. Mazzoli, who competes on both the Asian Tour and the DP World Tour, and won the 2015 European Amateur Championship, finished runner-up at the 2024 Open de Portugal on the Challenge Tour, and was named the 2024 Asian Tour Rookie of the Year. With this victory, Mazzoli secures his PGA TOUR membership through 2028, earns 300 FedExCup points, 585 DP World Tour Race to Dubai points, and takes home the winner's prize valued at US$720,000. Gordon Sargent tied for second at 19-under-par alongside Todd Clements, who had set the tournament's lowest 54-hole score through the first three rounds. Americans Will Gordon and Ben James tied for fourth at 18-under-par. Among the three former “Kings of Corales” who made the cut, Joel Dahmen (2021 champion) finished a distant 24th with -12, Garrick Higgo (2025 champion) is in 48th place at -1, and Chad Ramey (2022 champion) in 62nd place at -7. Only two Latin American players made the cut: Colombian Camilo Villegas, who finished in 48th place at -8, and Argentinian Alejandro Tosti, who finished in 69th place. | P @coraleschampionship jamaqueparadis.com

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ECHOES OF FOLKLORE IN ELLIOT BASTIEN’S Myths: Menace And Mischief Myths: Menace and Mischief was an absolute triumph for a debut solo exhibition. It was a rare show that managed to feel profoundly educational while remaining deeply emotional and visually exhilarating. Whether you are well-versed in Caribbean folklore or completely new to the mythology.

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ontemporary artist Elliot Bastien has reshaped the diaspora art market with his first solo exhibition, which achieved record high sales despite introducing a more sophisticated

semi-abstract style to a market traditionally dominated by traditional imagery such as literal landscapes and figurative scenes of dancing figures with swirling, multi-layered skirts. Hosted at the Miramar Cultural Centre’s Ansin Family Art Gallery, Myths: Menace and Mischief was a masterclass in visual storytelling, reinterpreting the deep-rooted legends and oral traditions that continue to shape Caribbean identity. Trinidad-born Bastien, a Fort Lauderdale-based artist, poet, and author, in his first solo exhibition, successfully created a space where ancient lore felt entirely contemporary. Bastien’s background as an accomplished poet shines through clearly, as many of his paintings originally began as poems, bridging the gap between the spoken word and the visual canvas. | P jamaqueparadis.com

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Tree Hut: A Tropical Ritual for Radiant Skin.

PAPAYA PARADISE SHEA SUGAR SCRUB takes the experience somewhere more exotic, combining papaya and pineapple enzymes with shea butter and botanical oils for a beautifully refined exfoliating ritual.

ransport the senses to the lush, sun-drenched landscapes of South America with Tree Hut’s indulgent body-care ritual. Designed to turn an everyday shower into an elevated escape, the collection pairs rich, sensorial fragrances with skin-loving ingredients and luxurious textures. These tropical-inspired essentials capture the spirit of South America: vibrant, lush, sensual, and effortlessly luxurious. treehutshea.com

June Haynes, Former Trinidadian born Valentino Executive, Opens Lifestyle Outpost in East Hampton

he luxury home decor boutique Jjuin, inspired by travel with her T partner Jerry Swartz, opened near

Main Street. The former executive at Valentino, where she served as retail senior vice president, June Haynes and Jerry Swartz were inspired to start a lifestyle business after encountering artisans on their travels. jjuinworld.com

A VICTORIAN SILVER MOUNTED COCONUT CUP— JAMAICA CIRCA 1870s

ELECTRIC BEACH SHEA SUGAR SCRUB BLENDS real sugar, shea butter, coconut water, amino acids, and nourishing oils to reveal radiant-looking skin. Complete the ritual with Electric Beach Bare Moisturising Shave Oil, a silky gel-to-oil formula designed to provide effortless glide and hydrated, smooth skin.

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THE WATERMELON SHEA SUGAR Scrub refreshes and polishes with real sugar, shea butter, watermelon, vegan collagen, and nourishing oils, leaving the skin soft, smooth, and glowing.

The carved nut with demi-fluting and foliate scroll decoration, applied shield cartouche engraved ‘A.R Begg St. Ann’s Jamaica’, features a short spreading circular foot and stands 14cm high. This fine goblet is mounted with silver with an excellent patina.

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SERENA WILLIAMS Designs Her Own Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

The tennis icon brings strength, femininity, and her own design perspective to a limited-edition Royal Oak Self-winding Chronograph.

©Theresa Roberts Top: Theresa and Andrew Roberts. Below: The wonderful cricketers included: Gordon Greenidge; Sir Clive Lloyd; Sir Viv Richards; Brian Lara.

t was a wonderful evening at Lord’s Cricket Ground supporting the fight against prostate cancer. “I was truly honoured to be invited and to spend the evening in the company of some of the greatest West Indies cricket legends of all time,” said Theresa Roberts, CEO of the Jamaican Patty Co., London. | P lords.org

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erena Williams’ relationship with Audemars Piguet has entered a new chapter. After more than a decade with the Swiss watchmaker, Williams has moved beyond simply wearing the brand’s watches to shaping a Royal Oak of her own. The result is the Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph “Serena Williams” Limited Edition, a 38 mm chronograph created in white ceramic and paired with a pink-tinted mother-of-pearl dial. The collaboration translates Williams’ personal vision into one of Audemars Piguet’s most recognisable designs. | P audemarspiguet.com jamaqueparadis.com

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Legends Turn Back Time At The 2026

GOODWOOD REVIVAL The sights and sounds of motor sport’s Golden Era returned to the Goodwood Revival, infused with a dash of Italian glamour.

ore than 150,000 spectators gathered alongside Rolex, Official Timepiece of the event and Title Sponsor of the Rolex Drivers’ Club since 2004, to celebrate the innovation and craftsmanship that have shaped generations. From Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September, drivers, mechanics and enthusiasts stepped back into Goodwood Motor Circuit’s heyday, as historic machines roared into life against the backdrop of “La Dolce Vita”,

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evoking the spirit of the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. The historic track staged 15 races across the weekend, featuring two-and four-wheeled machines, alongside a rare display of three Ford GT40s. The parade marked the 60th anniversary of the marque’s historic 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1966. Rolex Testimonee Tom Kristensen, the record nine-time winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, took to the track in a 1966 Ford GT MkII to honour the famed endurance race with which his name is inextricably linked. | P rolex.com

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Two Sisters:

One Heritage, And A Love Of Horses

Meet Emily and Amelia Foster, two young Jamaican American equestrians finding their stride in Wellington, Florida—where horses, riders, and some of the world’s most accomplished equestrians converge—two young sisters are beginning a journey of their own.

mily Foster, eight, and Amelia Foster, six, are young Jamaican American equestrians whose passion for horses is matched by a strong connection to their Jamaican heritage. Now members of the Equestrian Federation of Jamaica (EFJ), the sisters are developing their skills in the hunter/ jumper discipline while competing in Wellington’s vibrant equestrian community. Emily, the elder sister, has steadily progressed in the show ring, earning multiple ribbons and championship honours. At the 2026 Wellington International Summer Series III, she captured first place in Younger Cross Rail Equitation, along with additional top finishes in Cross Rail Equitation Flat, Cross Rail WarmUp, and Younger Cross Rails. Her younger sister, Amelia, is already following closely behind — made her competitive debut during the 2026 Summer Series and quickly made her mark. She earned three first-place ribbons—in Walk, Walk Trot Pleasure, and Walk Trot Jump—as well as a second-place finish in Walk Trot, culminating in her first Championship ribbon. For their parents, Wesley and Shanell Foster, the girls’ equestrian journey is about much more than ribbons. It is an opportunity to cultivate discipline, confidence, responsibility, sportsmanship, and respect for the extraordinary animals entrusted to their care. | P

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Building A Lasting Family Legacy Through Diversification

Many successful individuals can trace their wealth to a single business, profession, patent, or area of expertise. That focus is often what creates the opportunity for meaningful wealth creation in the first place. But once success has been achieved, the question inevitably changes to: jamaqueparadis.com

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Many of the world’s most widely followed equity indices are now increasingly dependent on a relatively small group of very large companies.

ow can that wealth be preserved, protected, and passed on in a way that supports loved ones and sustains a lasting family legacy?

For many families and entrepreneurs, the answer begins with diversification. Rather than continuing to double down on the source of their original success, they look to public markets and professionally managed portfolios as a way to protect their earnings, generate income, and enable capital to compound over time. Investing, in this sense, becomes more than a pursuit of return. It becomes a central part of planning a family’s legacy.

Markets in an Age of Acceleration

ince the COVID-19 outbreak in 2020, investment markets have felt faster, louder, and more reactive. Volatility has spiked, asset prices turn abruptly, and the 24-hour news cycle amplifies every policy decision, geopolitical shock, and corporate earnings surprise. Even seasoned investors have found it difficult to keep pace with the speed of the market’s response. Trade wars and tariffs, government shutdowns, commodity price spikes, inflation, interest-rate uncertainty, wars, meme stocks, and algorithmic trading have all shaped the investment landscape of this decade. If market experts have at times appeared to revise their outlooks almost as quickly as events unfold, it is because the environment itself has become unusually difficult to read. Yet one theme has remained remarkably persistent: the growing influence of technology. From the early dominance of the FAANG stocks to the more recent rise of the Magnificent Seven, technol-

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ogy-related companies have driven a significant portion of market returns. Now, Artificial Intelligence, semiconductors, cloud infrastructure, and even space-exploration are capturing investor attention and pushing equity markets higher, all while continuing to raise questions about valuations.

When the Trend Becomes the Risk

he technology revolution has delivered significant rewards to investors over the past decade. But its success has also created a less obvious challenge: many of the world’s most widely followed equity indices are now increasingly dependent on a relatively small group of very large companies. As a result, a market index that appears diversified on the surface may be far more concentrated than investors realise. This matters because capitalisation-weighted indices give the largest companies the greatest influence. Recently, various sources agree that the ‘Magnificent Seven’ alone account for roughly one-third of the S&P 500, meaning that the performance of a broad market index can be heavily shaped by only a handful of companies. The growth of passive investing has only served to reinforce this dynamic. Large flows into exchange-traded funds are allocated to equities according to index weightings rather than individual company fundamentals or valuations, which can drive a disconnect between company valuation and market momentum. In a rising market, this may create a self-reinforcing cycle: the largest companies attract more capital, which increases their weight, which attracts even more capital. For passive investors, that cycle can quietly turn broad market exposure into a concentrated bet.

The Appeal — and Limits — of Alternatives

s concentration risk has become more visible in public equity markets, investors have increasingly looked beyond traditional stocks and bonds. Alternative investments — including private markets,

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Christopher Clarke is the Regional Director of Scotia Global Asset Management in the Caribbean, based in the Cayman Islands.

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real assets, hedge-fund strategies, structured products, and digital assets — are often presented as tools for diversification and potential sources of uncorrelated return. But alternatives are not a simple cure for concentration risk. Cryptocurrencies, for example, have experienced dramatic cycles of appreciation followed by severe drawdowns, with so-called “crypto winters” wiping out substantial portions of market value. Further, as crypto has become more mainstream, such as with the invention of crypto based ETFs, its also become more closely correlated with traditional equity markets, diluting the diversification effect that initially made it attractive. While some investors have described digital assets as must haves, their use case, valuation framework, and role in a long-term portfolio remain the subject of active debate. Private assets have also moved from the realm of institutional portfolios into the hands of a broader group of individual investors, often through fund structures. These investments can offer access to companies and lending opportunities outside public markets, but they also introduce different risks, including liquidity constraints, valuation uncertainty and concentration risks of their own based on underlying investments. There remains an important place for carefully selected alternative investments. The key is to understand what role they are intended to play, how they behave in periods of stress, and whether the investor is being adequately compensated for the risks being taken. Diversification should reduce portfolio correlation, not simply replace one form of concentration with another.

own drivers, but the underlying lesson was often the same: investors should be wary when price, popularity, and narrative begin to substitute for valuation, quality, and risk management. Students of market history often caution that the most dangerous words in investing are “this time is different.” That does not mean investors should ignore innovation or resist change. It means that new opportunities should still be assessed through enduring principles: diversification, valuation discipline, liquidity, risk tolerance, time horizon, and alignment with personal objectives. At Scotia Global Asset Management, those principles remain central to how we think about portfolio construction. Markets will continue to evolve, but the foundation of prudent investing does not change simply because the headlines do. In markets like these, one of the hardest things to do can be to do nothing. Staying true to a long-term investment philosophy, remaining grounded in realistic expectations, and resisting the urge to chase the latest market theme are disciplines that can support longterm financial security. Mean reversion, or a return to longer term average performance trends, remains real, and trees do not grow to the sky. This is where professional advice can be especially valuable. During periods of runaway markets and “irrational exuberance”, the greatest threat to long-term success may not be volatility itself, but the temptation to abandon discipline at precisely the wrong time. A well-constructed portfolio should be designed not only to participate in opportunity, but also to withstand uncertainty.

The Timeless Value of Professional Advice

Christopher Clarke is the Regional Director of Scotia Global Asset Management in the Caribbean, based in the Cayman Islands. With over 15 years of experience in Asset and Investment Management, Chris is highly knowledgeable of portfolio management, product development, fund operations, governance, and business strategy. Scotia Global Asset Management has been providing specialised assistance to individuals, institutional clients, and private banking clients for decades. As one of the largest asset managers in Canada, Scotia Global Asset Management and its affiliates offer a wide variety of investment solutions to satisfy the diverse needs of clients around the world, including the Caribbean and Latin America. | P

n fast-moving markets, perspective becomes one of an investor’s most valuable assets. Perspective can serve as an anchor that steadies investors in times of uncertainty. The 2020s have already included pandemic-era stimulus, rapid inflation, higher interest rates, geopolitical shocks, and powerful rallies in a narrow group of market leaders. It is tempting to describe every new cycle as unprecedented, but history suggests otherwise. Markets have seen periods of extraordinary enthusiasm before, from tulip mania to the Nifty Fifty, the dot-com bubble, and other episodes where confidence in a compelling story temporarily overwhelmed discipline. Each period had its

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Lond Who knew that one of this generation’s most incredibly beautiful coloratura sopranos, Lisette Oropesa, is a Cuban American born in New Orleans? I’d never even heard of Vincenzo Bellini’s opera I Puritani when invited for an evening at Covent Garden’s Royal Opera House in July, but the experience became exceptional for both the power of her voice and that of her acting ability.

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One event in London stood out this Summer. Yes, the photographic display of Marilyn Monroe at the National Portrait Gallery in honour of the 100th anniversary of her birth... was fascinating. MARILYN MONROE BALLERINA SITTING 1954, courtesy of National Portrait Gallery, ©Milton H Greene.

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Everything that evening seemed exceptional as my seatmate pointed out that the royal red velvet curtain now displays a distinguished golden motif of an R M encircled by a large C for Charles rather than an E for Elizabeth. Even our choice of restaurant was different. Often in the past we’ve dined at Clos Maggiore distinguished by its floral décor and Italian cuisine but now Masala Zone has taken centre stage just a few steps away, decorated with a chandelier and hanging Rajasthani colourfully clothed figures and elephants to say nothing of the exotic Indian cuisine, accompanied by champagne if one wishes.

This page: LISETTE OROPESA, SOPRANO ©photos courtesy of Lisette Oropesa; Opposite page:

MASALA ZONE RAJU TANNA, ©Laura Tanna, Paradis Magazine

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Despite three art exhibitions and four operas, one event in London stood out this summer. Yes, the photographic display of Marilyn Monroe at the National Portrait Gallery in honour of the 100th anniversary of her birth, seemingly celebrated in a number of galleries worldwide, was fascinating for evoking the glamour and innocence of this woman manipulated into being a renowned “sex symbol” though the film clips shown revealed that she was in fact a fine actor. Even the Glyndebourne opera house wasn’t quite up to speed, perhaps because the drive from London to East Sussex passed so many drought-stricken yellowish-brown fields where once the green of England’s nature had prevailed. No, the most memorable event this summer was at the Barbican — “Project a Black Planet The Art and Culture of Panafrica.” The exhibition concept was to transcend national borders and acknowledge shared histories of colonialism, imperialism, and resistance. To quote: “Panafrica derives from Pan-Africanism”, a term encompassing movements seeking to unite communities of African descent in their pursuit of freedom and a sense of belonging in the modern world. Visions of liberation whether through wars, civil rights movements, political and cultural movements are all displayed in their vibrant forms in this exhibition, not necessarily

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Opposite page, (Top - Left to Right: PANEL FIVE BY HALE ASPACIO WOODRUFF, 1950, “ART OF THE NEGRO”; PROJECT EXHIBIT AND CEILING PANORAMIC VIEW. ©Laura Tanna, Paradis Magazine

in a linear fashion but in a dynamic, ever evolving pathway. With over 250 works drawn from the Art Institute of Chicago, MACBA Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelone, and KANAL-Centre Pompidou Bruxelles as well as the Barbican, the complexity of offerings: books, posters, carvings, installations, films, photography, paintings and more made this an immersive event into the Panafrican experience of not only Africa but Brazil, the Caribbean, North America and Western Europe from 1920 onwards.

hether watching excerpts by the Senegalese experimental filmmakers Ousman Sembène and Djibril Diop or admiring paintings by Cuban Wilfredo Lam, each room had something unusual to offer. I was taken aback when looking at Grace Ndiritu’s “Still life – White Textiles,” 2007 when suddenly the arms on each side moved! The Still Life was a silent five-minute video. Perhaps the most impressive were the six 12 foot by 12 foot oil on canvas murals by Hale Aspacio Woodruff, 1950 “Art of the Negro”. Though displayed at the Trevor Arnett Library of Clark Atlantic University, Woodruff actually completed the series while teaching at New York University, introducing historic figures in the Panafrican movement while incorporating abstract and figurative motifs into his exploration of traditional African forms influencing Western modernism. A catalogue of the exhibition, the first of its kind, would be of interest to those who may wish to know more about “Project A Black Planet” visit www.barbican.org.uk. | P

ALICE’S 1872 PORTRAIT ENTITLED “CRAIGHTON” PAINTED IN JAMAICA’S BLUE MOUNTAINS OVERLOOKING THE HARBOUR OF KINGSTON WITH THE PENINSULAR OF PORT ROYAL IN THE BACKGROUND. ©Photo courtesy of Bermuda National Trust Archives

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THE FANSHAWE LEGACY IN THE AMERICAS A few days before Christmas in the Year of Our Lord 1870, the Royal Navy fleet of Vice Admiral Edward Gennys Fanshawe slipped moorings for Barbados on a return voyage of some two months.

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Edward Harris and Ian Robertson Bermudian archaeologists unveiled “Fanshawe Legacy” Three Generations and their Art after ten years of research. A book chronicling the work spanning decades of a globe-trotting family of artists who visited a number of British colonies capturing the landscapes on canvas during their journeys.

FANSHAWE LEGACY (FRONT COVER) WAS PUBLISHED IN BERMUDA IN LATE 2025 AND LAUNCHED IN LONDON AT THE VALENCE HOUSE MUSEUM ON 5 JUNE 2026 WITH FANSHAWE DESCENDANTS IN ATTENDANCE. ©Photo courtesy of Bermuda National Trust Archives

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Staying well east of the Lesser Antilles in open Atlantic waters, the vessels sailed due south arriving at the anchorage of Carlisle Bay in Barbados on New Year’s Day, 1871. Some nine vessels comprised the fleet and considerable excitement for its arrival in such force was probably exhibited on the sugar island. As Commander-in-Chief of the North America and West Indies Station, headquartered at Bermuda, Fanshawe would likely have made a number of such “entrances” as a leading diplomat on the stage of the eastern Americas, from Trinidad in the south to Nova Scotia in the north and not a few foreign places between. Vol.19/No50 44

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On this tour of the British Empire (then at its apex) in these parts, Edward moved up in rank from Captain to Vice-Admiral and Admiral over the decades. Both Edward and his daughter Alice were avid avid watercolourists and no doubt brought supplies of pen and ink, paint and paper, to assuage their artistic impulses. A mystery remains shrouded in tropical mists for none of the Admiral’s sketches of his four years in the eastern Americas are known.

y contrast in the west of the continents, his legacy of paintings from the 1840s have been immortalised on the Internet from a collections at the Royal Museums Greenwich. Those were the result of a four-year voyage in the Far East, across the Pacific, and several transits of the coast from Vancouver to Valparaiso in HMS Daphne. Today, the images would comprise an extraordinary PowerPoint lecture or podcast of “My Time Transiting the Tropics”. Indeed, that was partly the point of the sketches as they were ultimately assembled into albums in the Fanshawe homes to give visitors a travelogue of distant places. But sadly, nothing is yet extant of his art for the eastern Americas and we wonder of the beautiful scenes the Admiral may have created in our lands and islands. The artistic legacy of the Fanshawes in the Americas, however, began half a century earlier when the Admiral’s father, also Edward (but an Army rather than Navy chap), was sent as an officer of the Corps of Royal Engineers on three occasions to this hemisphere in the 1820s. Those were secret missions for the elder General Fanshawe at the behest of the Master General of Ordnance, the indomitable Duke of Wellington, to examine and advise on the state of the fortifications from northern Brazil in the south to Canada in the north. Of late we have shown that a set of lithographs widely attributed to the Admiral are in fact the production of his father, or more directly of his father’s sister, based upon

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original artwork (now mostly lost) by General Fanshawe of his time in the Caribbean and on the continents which encircle that sea. Unlike a singular work of art, lithographs can be numerously produced: in this instance at least four sets of some 40 images are extant in public archives. Fortuitously, several original pencil sketches have survived also in those collections, and they indicate what the artwork copied by the lithographer looked like. Very much in the days before photography would revolutionise such “secret missions”, General Edward Fanshawe’s images, original and lithographic, are a major visual legacy for the 1820s for some features of our region. ast on the stage, but perhaps first in quality and interest is the artwork of Alice Eliza Jane Fanshawe, only daughter of the Admiral and granddaughter of the General. Alice remained with her parents and latterly was the caretaker and biographer of her father, publishing a book on his life in 1904, two years before he died, fittingly for an Admiral, on Trafalgar Day, 21 October 1906. Thus, she accompanied them on the Bermuda posting and lived at Admiralty House, a cannon shot from the Royal Naval Dockyard across the waters of Grassy Bay to the northwest. Possibly taught by her father, Alice painted a number of scenes in Bermuda and entered the first art show on the island, competing against the wife and daughters of the then Governor of Bermuda, Major General

J. H. Lefroy. Her garden views at Admiralty House might have recommended her to the extraordinary botanical artist, Miss Marianne North, whom we believe she met in Jamaica in early 1872 and may well have painted with her from the eminences of the beautiful Blue Hills overlooking Kingston and Port Royal. Miss North made provision for the preservation and exhibition of her worldwide collection of some 850 oil paintings by paying for her own building and gallery, yet extant, at Kew Gardens, London. Both Alice and her father painted in retirement after Bermuda, but the main corpus of her surviving work in the Americas is of Bermuda, Jamaica, and eastern North America. The sketches are a major legacy for Bermuda in particular, the outermost western North Atlantic vestige of the Americas. In 2015, Dr. H. D. Rycroft, a Fanshawe descendant of the Admiral, donated an album of Alice’s watercolours to the National Museum of Bermuda, to join one in the collections of the Bermuda National Trust at the Bermuda Archives. It is hoped that The Fanshawe Legacy and this article might bring some more of that family’s artwork legacy in the Americas to the light of present times. | P

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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FALCONS CAPTAIN MOEEN ALI PROUDLY HOLDS THE 2026 CPL TROPHY

FANS CAME FOR THE FÊTES, STAYED FOR THE MATCHES, AND CELEBRATED THEIR WINS IN TRUE

CARIBBEAN FLAIR From the — CULTURE EDITOR’S DESK

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7 TEAMS, 8 HOST NATIONS, 14 EDITIONS, 39 MATCHES 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) cricket competition. PARADIS Magazine is delighted to bring you highlights.

Many of us now in our 50s will remember from childhood days our fathers, uncles, and grandfathers with their ears peeled to crackling radio transmissions broadcasting live cricket matches from late night into the wee hours of the morning being played by the West Indies Cricket Team in faraway lands that we could hardly point to on a world map — Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, India, South Africa, England.

he 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) cricket competition, commentaries penned exclusively for PARADIS by toastmasters who were on the ground at the matches, feeling the pulse of the excitement as each game unfolded.

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Trinbago Knight Riders

For a franchise accustomed to setting the standard in Caribbean Premier League cricket, the 2026 season was a frustrating exercise in searching for answers. The Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR), five-time champions and defending titleholders, entered the campaign boasting some of the shortest format’s most successful players — Kieron Pollard, Sunil Narine, Nicholas Pooran, and Akeal Hosein — with decorated former player Dwayne Bravo now in the coaching box. Yet TKR struggled for consistency, winning just three of 10 preliminary-round matches to finish at the bottom of the seven-team table.

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At Queen’s Park Oval, their home record was particularly disappointing, with only one victory from five matches. But there were bright spots. TKR captain Pooran scored 283 runs while veteran New Zealand batter Colin Munro topped the team’s batting with 320 runs. Pollard scored 196 runs and Narine contributed 182 while also taking 12 wickets. But individual brilliance was too often undermined by inconsistency. Meanwhile Bravo’s No. 47 jersey was retired by TKR in tribute to his contribution to the franchise while Queen’s Park Cricket Club (QPCC) honoured Bravo, Pollard, and Narine with a stand named after the trio. Instagram: @sknpatriots By: Roving sports editor

Instagram: @saintlucia kings By: Sue Monplaisir

St Kitts & Nevis Patriots

The St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots endured an inconsistent 2026 Caribbean Premier League campaign, finishing outside the playoff positions despite producing several outstanding individual and team performances. They showed considerable batting power, highlighted by their spectacular 220-run chase against the Barbados Tridents and a remarkable 235 for 4 against the Saint Lucia Kings. Dasun Shanaka’s record-breaking 121 not out from 43 balls, including the fastest century in CPL history, was another major highlight. However, the Patriots struggled for consistency, particularly against the stronger teams. Their 51-run defeat to the Jamaica Kingsmen and subsequent seven-wicket loss to Guyana Amazon Warriors exposed weaknesses in building partnerships and sustaining pressure with the ball. Their final matches also illustrated the problem: after an emphatic victory over Saint Lucia Kings, they were bowled out for 128 and 118 in consecutive defeats.

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against the Trinbago Knight Riders — the first hundred of CPL 2026 — as the Kings posted 211 for 4 and secured an emphatic 36-run victory. Although the season did not end with the playoff run the team and its supporters had hoped for, the Kings continued to compete with pride and determination. Through every victory and every setback, one thing remained constant — the unwavering support of the people of Saint Lucia stands behind the Saint Lucia Kings. Instagram: @kingsmenj amaica By: Atishai Mansingh

The Saint Lucia Kings’ CPL 2026 campaign was a journey of highs, challenges, and unforgettable moments. With a new-look squad Instagram: and Roston Chase at the helm, the Kings @amznwarriors By: Romario showed flashes of the fearless cricket that has Samaroo become synonymous with the Boys in Blue. There were performances to remember: Matthew Forde’s brilliance with the ball, Kamil Pooran’s composure and power with the bat, and Tim Seifert’s sensational unbeaten century

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Jamaica Kingsmen

Few stories captured the spirit of the 2026 Caribbean Premier League quite like the Jamaica Kingsmen. In a season defined by belief, resilience and national pride, the Kingsmen defied expectations to reach the CPL final, announcing Jamaica’s return to franchise cricket in unforgettable fashion. From the energy of Sabina Park Cricket Stadium in Kingston to the determination shown on the road, the team quickly became more than a new franchise.... it became a movement. Led by a blend of experienced international stars and emerging Caribbean talent, the Kingsmen continued to find ways to win when the odds appeared stacked against them. Each performance strengthened the connection between the team and a Jamaican fanbase hungry to embrace CPL cricket once again after a two-season hiatus. While the ultimate prize narrowly eluded them, the Kingsmen’s 2026 campaign laid a powerful foundation: Jamaica is back, competitive, united, and ready to challenge for Caribbean cricket’s biggest honour.

Guyana Amazon Warriors

The Guyana Amazon Warriors maintained their reputation for consistency during the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League, but their strong individual performances were not enough to secure a second CPL title.

TEAMS COMPETING IN THE 2026 CPL PAY THEIR RESPECTS TO RECENTLY PASSED BARBADIAN SIR GARFIELD SOBERS WHO THE BBC NOTED IS "REGARDED AS ONE OF THE GREATEST CRICKETERS OF ALL TIME". IN THE 1975 NEW YEAR HONOURS, HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II APPOINTED SOBERS A KNIGHT BACHELOR FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE SPORT OF CRICKET.

BOWLED OUT AS THE PEGS IN THE WICKET FLY AS STUMPS ARE HIT BY THE CRICKET BALL

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PRIME MINISTER MIA MOTTLEY OF BARBADOS (WHITE JACKET) SHAKES HANDS WITH MATCH REFEREE REON KING AHEAD OF FINAL GAME PLAYED AT KENSINGTON OVAL CRICKET STADIUM IN BARBADOS

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DENIS O’BRIEN (BLUE JACKET), OWNER OF CPL IS INTRODUCED TO THE TEAMS AND MATCH OFFICIALS BEFORE THE FINAL MATCH PLAYED AT KENSINGTON OVAL CRICKET STADIUM IN BARBADOS

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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA FALCONS CELEBRATE THEIR WIN OF THE 2026 CPL

ANDRE RUSSELL IS BACK WITH HIS HOME TEAM, THE JAMAICA KINGSMEN, WITH A JAMAICA TEAM BACK WITH THE CPL AFTER A TWO YEAR BREAK. MATCHES WERE PLAYING IN JAMAICA AT SABINA PARK CRICKET GROUND FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2019.

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batsman, scoring 367 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 197 and an average of 45.8. He also made franchise history by becoming the first Warriors batsman to score two centuries in a single season. Shai Hope continued his consistency with 332 runs, while debutant Mavendra Dindyal contributed 175, including a half-century in his second innings. With the ball, captain Imran Tahir, aged 47, led the attack with 16 wickets to finish as the tournament’s leading bowler. Mohammad Nabi also made a significant contribution, claiming 13 wickets before departing after seven matches. The Warriors became the first team in CPL history to reach 100 wins, but their campaign unravelled in the playoffs. They lost Qualifier 1 to eventual champions Antigua and Barbuda Falcons before Jamaica Kingsmen successfully chased down their 206 in Qualifier 2. Instagram: @barbados tridents By: Nick Maitland

Instagram: @antigua barbudafalcons By: Petra Williams

Barbados Tridents

The Barbados Tridents had a season of two halves in the 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League. They started fast, beating Jamaica Kingsmen and Saint Lucia Kings in their opening two matches, then lost four straight and dropped to the bottom of the table. They clawed back with four consecutive wins to finish third and book a playoff spot. Quinton de Kock, Brandon King, and Sherfane Rutherford did the heavy lifting with the bat, while Chris Green, Mujeeb Ur Rahman and Gudakesh Motie kept things tight with the ball. Their run ended in the Eliminator, where Jamaica Kingsmen beat them by nine wickets despite a late recovery from de Kock and Green. Kensington Oval cricket ground in Barbados hosted the finale of the tournament’s 39 matches, where Antigua and Barbuda Falcons were crowned champions after an eight-wicket victory over Jamaica Kingsmen. Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley was on hand to join the celebrations with her Antiguan counterpart Gaston Browne, bringing unmatched energy, dancing, and music, in pure Caribbean camaraderie.

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons

Cricket in Antigua and Barbuda has never been just about bat and ball. Add music, national pride, a sea of supporters, and a little Caribbean frenzy, and you have the Antigua

and Barbuda Falcons experience. During the 2026 Caribbean Premier League, the Falcons brought their campaign home to Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, transforming it into the Fortress, where every ball was celebrated and BELIEVE NAH MAN! quickly became the rallying cry that followed them back on the road. A disciplined Team Falcons rewarded that passion with a remarkable campaign. A top two finish in the preliminary stage led to commanding playoff performances and the franchise’s first CPL Final. Led by captain Moeen Ali, the squad combined international experience with Caribbean talent, delivering thrilling finishes, exceptional bowling, and explosive batting. An eight-wicket victory over the Jamaica Kingsmen crowned the Falcons the CPL champions for the first time ever taking home US$500,000 in prize money out of an overall tournament prize pool of US$1 million.

Get ready for the 15th edition of the CPL

he 2026 Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League has been the tournament's most successful edition yet, with larger stadium crowds, bigger broadcast audiences and record engagement across CPL’s social media platforms. The league’s footprint continues to grow, making it more relevant than ever to fans across the Caribbean. Fans remain at the heart of everything CPL does, whether in the stadium, on television or through digital channels. The expanded Carib Half Time Shows, deeper engagement with communities, and new ways of reaching supporters outside the tournament window all point to where CPL is heading, getting closer to its fans all year round. Spectators around the world — from the Indian subcontinent to Europe, Africa, North America, Asia-Pacific, and the Caribbean — are now blocking their calendars for matches in the 15th edition of the CPL 2027, which promises to deliver even more thrilling cricket, unforgettable moments, and an electrifying atmosphere that has made the Caribbean Premier League a global sporting spectacle. | P cplt20.com jamaqueparadis.com

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‘AMBER ROOM’

Cigar Lounge at the St. Regis Cap Cana

he Amber Room, St. Regis Cap Cana Resort, Dominican Republic is an intimate, speakeasy-style lounge that redefines the art of refined living. Designed for connoisseurs yet equally welcoming for those just beginning their journey into the world of cigars, this space blends design, views, art, and mixology in a way that’s truly unique in the area. Amber Room stands out for many reasons: its privileged location within the St. Regis, offering spectacular views of the Punta Espada golf course; its intimate and elegant design; and its cozy atmosphere, which makes it a lounge for those seeking more than just a place to light a cigar. Here, the cigar offering focuses on Arturo Fuente, with all its lines available. This carefully curated selection works equally well for seasoned aficionados and for those just starting their cigar journey. capcana.com

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HALF MOON UNVEILS VILLA TRANSFORMATION The iconic resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, has begun unveiling the first phase of its transformed and rebranded Villas at Half Moon.

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multi-million-dollar enhancement to the villa experience, Villas at Half Moon (formerly Rose Hall Villas by Half Moon) has significantly elevated the spacious and spectacular accommodations with a renewed focus on seamless indoor-outdoor living that welcomes the sights, sounds, and spirit of Jamaica into every space. This milestone marks the latest chapter in the resort’s 70-year legacy as Jamaica’s highest-rated resort, part of theSalamander Collection. SalamanderHotels.com

HALF MOON BEDROOM, ©Kyle Macpherson; VILLAS AT HALF MOON EXTERIOR, ©Ricardo Lee; Villas at HALF MOON GREAT ROOM, ©Kyle Macpherson

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The Ocean Club, A Four Seasons Resort, Bahamas Announces Refreshed Hartford Wing Ocean View Guestrooms and Suites Debuting This October

he Historic ocean-view accommodations to be reimagined with timeless elegance, refined finishes, and thoughtfully curated interiors inspired by the natural beauty of The Bahamas. The redesign introduces a brighter, more contemporary interpretation of the wing’s timeless character, featuring an airy palette inspired by the shifting hues of the sand and sea, complemented by all-new furnishings, finishes, and textures. The enhancement project reflects the Resort’s ongoing commitment to preserving its storied heritage while continually elevating the guest experience. fourseasons.com/oceanclub/offers jamaqueparadis.com

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Tradition and modernity come together in a design experience that celebrates the Dominican essence through a contemporary vision of Caribbean luxury.

mid Caribbean breezes and a legacy of timeless elegance, Punta Cana Resort unveils a renewed design proposal that redefines the luxury experience in the destination. The transformation of iconic spaces such as Tortuga Bay Punta Cana and the Casa Club at La Cana Golf & Beach Club marks a new chapter where tradition and contemporary design coexist in perfect harmony. Led by Dominican interior designer Jorge Brown Cott, this aesthetic evolution becomes a living tribute to the legacy of Óscar de la Renta—reinterpreted through a fresh, sophisticated perspective deeply rooted in Dominican identity. puntacana.com Vol.19/No50 62

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REVEALING THE NEW AQUARIUS The yachting world has witnessed a rare evolution: the transition from “nearly perfect” to absolute perfection.

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When the experienced husband and wife owners of the original 56-metre Aquarius returned to the legendary Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman, their brief was dauntingly simple: do not reinvent, but enhance. The result is Project 408, the breathtaking new 65-metre Aquarius—a masterclass in superyacht elegance that marries timeless romance with modern engineering. The Romance of a Classic Profile From a distance, the new Aquarius remains a familiar silhouette. The owners chose a classic spoon bow, an overhanging stern, a striking black hull, and gleaming teak deckhouses. Vol.19/No50 68

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Ramping Up Rocket-Like Performance

While Aquarius is a world cruiser at heart, her owners demanded a vessel capable of genuine regatta success. Faced with a choice between a lower mast to clear the Panama Canal or ultimate performance in a prestigious Caribbean regatta, the owners chose performance without hesitation. Built from high-grade Alustar® aluminium alloy, the ketch features a towering 67.5-metre carbon fibre main mast and a 61-metre mizzen. This massive split rig enables a structured luff sail plan by Doyle Sails, delivering an astonishing upwind sail area of 1,958 square metres. Managing this immense power is effortless, thanks to Rondal’s fully integrated sailing system and a suite of 16 below-deck captive winches handling pulling loads up to 18 tons. To maintain stability without sacrificing access to shallow superyacht playgrounds, the designers replaced the old fixed keel with a massive 76-ton lifting keel. At port, it draws 4.8 metres, but drops to 7.6 metres out at sea to unleash rocket-like speed. The addition of Edson’s new electric steering-assist system allows the helmsman to steer accurately while retaining true feedback from the water.

New England Relaxed Elegance with Caribbean flair

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gance” aesthetic, the interiors feature cream-coloured walls, crisp swietenia (American mahogany) cabinetry, and hand-painted ceiling finishes. The main salon is 62 percent larger, cleverly moving all social seating to the starboard side to allow a natural flow of conversation. Formal dining on the port side comfortably hosts 12 guests at an expansive adjustable. For cooler evenings high-low expandable tables turn the deck salon into an impromptu indoor dining room with a view.

Bespoke Accommodations

The luxury of space extends to the accommodations, which include an additional ensuite guest stateroom and a larger crew mess. Innovation shines in the forward starboard guest cabin, which seamlessly converts from a twin room into a space

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sleeping four by utilising a Pullman berth and a recessed bed that lowers from the ceiling. The piece de résistance is the owners’ stateroom at the aft. Thanks to the extended hull length, the entire suite sits on a single level. In the portside bath, the traditional bathtub from the first yacht was replaced with a massive walk-in shower and expanded marble counter space. Beyond the stateroom lies an enlarged media room and a state-of-the-art gym, acting as a natural buffer between guest spaces and the crew quarters.

Silent Luxury and Sustainable Power

True modern luxury requires sophisticated technology. Underneath her retro looks, Aquarius utilises semi-hybrid power management. A 900kW MTU main engine works alongside a 134kW battery bank designed for “peak shaving”. This intelligent system ensures silent ship operations during electric demand spikes without needing a second generator, saving energy and preserving the tranquility of remote anchorages. Having travelled 20,000 nautical miles in her first 18 months Aquarius has verified her status as an exceptional powerhouse. She stands as a testament to what can be achieved when a visionary team refines a legacy, creating a deeply personal masterpiece.

Eye on the St. Barths Bucket Regatta

In Spring 2026 Aquarius sailed to the Caribbean to compete in the St. Barths Bucket, where the 36 members of the combined racing and boat crews packed in four days of practice, and took third place on “Count Back”. Undeterred, and with the support of the owners to go for the win, Captain James Turner vowed, “We will be back for the 2027 Bucket. We have unfinished business!” Let’s all mark our calendars for what promises to be another captivating gathering in the Caribbean of the world’s finest superyachts, competing in thrilling coastal races filled with days of champagne celebrations, in a laid back atmosphere and an esprit de corps of cheerful camaraderie. | P jamaqueparadis.com

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The Long Ride into Olympic History — A Lifetime Behind 90 Seconds

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For ninety seconds, horse and rider navigate towering obstacles in a delicate balance of speed, precision, and trust. Every stride is measured, every turn calculated, every rail carrying the weight of success or failure. In show jumping, victory is often decided by a single fault or a fraction of a second.

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PHOTOGRAPHY — By KRISTY HORST Creative Director: TOM REYNOLDS Stylist: JACQUI ROWLEY Hair and Makeup: LIZZGLAM BEAUTIES Fashion: ALNIFA HACKNEY — M A A C LONDON ©Kristy Horst, Paradis Magazine

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W Watching Chilean show jumper Gabriela Reutter—known simply as Gaby—enter the arena, it seems as though the performance begins the moment, she passes through the in-gate. Those ninety seconds are only the final chapter of a story decades in the making. “The Olympics was never just a childhood fantasy,” Gaby says. “When I was eight years old, sitting on a hill watching a national competition in Chile, I decided I was going to the Olympics. From that moment on, it became something I genuinely believed I could achieve. When I set my mind to something, I don’t stop until I find a way to make it happen.” For Gaby, the question was never whether she could get there, but how. “I believed in the dream enough to treat it like a goal.” The thought of representing Chile on the Olympic stage still overwhelms her. “I get goosebumps. It’s an incredible honour.”

— By JULIE KHANNA

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“I believed in the dream enough to treat it like a goal.”

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fter more than two decades of work, she knows she won’t arrive alone. “I’ll be carrying my country with me,” she says. “I don’t think I can fully put into words what that moment will mean. I just want to be completely present and soak it all in.” Born in Santiago, Chile, between the Andes and the Chilean Coastal Range, Gaby has spent her life pursuing a dream that has carried her to the highest levels of international show jumping. She is now positioned to become the first Chilean woman since 1972 to qualify for Olympic show jumping. It is one of the world’s most demanding—and expensive—sports, where talent alone is rarely enough. Success requires exceptional horses, elite coaching, international competition, and the financial resources to sustain years of campaigning. Reutter has built that foundation through discipline, resilience, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Her journey is the focus of On the Fringe, a documentary produced by Pegasus that reveals the side of elite equestrian sport few people ever see. Rather than focusing solely on competition, the film explores what it takes to reach the sport’s highest level: the early mornings, endless travel, relentless training, setbacks, and constant pursuit of improvement. It also shows the viewer that show jumping is never simply horse and rider. Behind every round stands an entire team—the groom, veterinarian, farrier, trainer, physiotherapist, mental coach, mentors, family, and countless others whose contributions often go unseen. Vol.19/No50 84

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Then there are the personal sacrifices: missed birthdays, postponed vacations, years away from family and friends, and the emotional and financial commitment required to keep pursuing the dream. Every detail matters—reviewing rounds, improving fitness, refining nutrition, strengthening horse and rider, searching for the smallest advantage that might save a fraction of a second. When everything finally comes together, the performance appears effortless. But there is a lifetime behind those ninety seconds. Allowing cameras into that journey felt natural for Gaby, who has built a following as a content creator. “I’ve always wanted to be honest and transparent with the people who follow me because that’s who I am,” she says. “It wasn’t always easy to show the vulnerable moments, but I felt they were important to share.” From the outside, equestrian sport can seem inaccessible—even mysterious. That honesty became one of the documentary’s defining themes. “I wanted to pull back the curtain and invite people into our world—whether their dream is to become a rider or they simply want to understand why this sport is so special.” For Pegasus and Reutter, On the Fringe is about more than documenting one athlete’s Olympic pursuit. It is an invitation into a sport many people have never experienced. More than anything, she hopes they become fans. “It really is an incredible sport,” she says. “It’s incredibly difficult, and I think that’s what makes it so magical.” Now 30, Reutter divides her time between Chile and Wellington, Florida, the global centre of elite equestrian sport. When she imagines her Olympic debut, she sees her parents and siblings in the stands. “My first thought would simply be, ‘Thank you’—for all the support, the sacrifices, and for putting up with me.” Her gratitude extends well beyond her family to every person and every horse who has contributed, even in the smallest way,” she says. On the Fringe resists the temptation to romanticise elite sport. Instead, it offers an honest portrait of what success truly costs and the many people who help pay that price. For audiences, the film transforms those fleeting ninety seconds in the arena into something much larger: the culmination of decades of perseverance, countless unseen sacrifices, and one rider carrying the hopes of a nation. | P

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Philanthropy, hospitality, fashion, and lots of love came together at the Park James Hotel in Menlo Park, San Francisco — the heart of Silicon Valley this summer — to raise funds for the charity AMERICARES with its programmes that positively impact lives of people affected by disaster, poverty, and crises worldwide.

LOBBY OF PARK JAMES HOTEL / ENTRANCE TO OAK+ VIOLET RESTAURANT WITH MODELS AND AND ORGANISERS OF ‘RUNWAY TO PARADISE’

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THE PARK JAMES HOTEL COURTYARD — PERFECT FOR LOUNGING — WAS TRANSFORMED INTO A FASHION STAGE FOR ‘RUNWAY TO PARADISE’. ©Park James Hotel

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RESORT — THE ‘GRAND DAME’ OF HOTELS IN ANGUILLA ; NANUKU RESORT — A PRIVATE COASTAL OASIS IN FIJI

weekend of fashion, global culture, and community is the brainchild of Laura Rose, Co-Founder of Storey Hospitality. The company manages several Boutique hotels throughout the states and other regions that engage guests with personalised experiences tailored to local cultures. The Group’s expansion into the Caribbean to manage Malliouhana Resort — the ‘Grand Dame’ of hotels in Anguilla, and in the South Pacific with Nanuku Resort — a private coastal oasis in Fiji, was the perfect opportunity for Master of Ceremonies (MC) Hooman Khalili (@hoomantv) to start the evening’s programme by opening bids for stays at these two award-winning properties in keeping with the show’s theme ‘Runway to Paradise’. With a connection in Miami MIA (on American Airlines) or Atlanta ATL (on Delta Airlines) flying to San Francisco (SFO), it was an easy connection to and from Anguilla, home to Malliouhana Resort; and nonstop flights from SFO airport (on Fiji Airways) over the ‘Coral Route’ from Fiji’s Nadi Airport (NAN) makes for seamless travel to and from Nanuku Resort. Arriving from the Caribbean to join other philanthropists flying in from the South Pacific, we settled into the comfortable Park James Hotel for a good night’s sleep from our long-haul flights.

Well rested, we headed to the hotel’s Oak + Violet Restaurant for breakfast and relished in its equestrian-themed decor with deep green cushions and leather accentuates, taking the opportunity to meet designers, decorators, stylists, and models who were arriving to begin the set up for the evening’s events. The hotel’s courtyard was being transformed into a runway for today’s fashion show with chairs laid out, band stage for live performance by Anguilla’s Omari Banks (@ omaribanksmusic); models coached by Charleston Pierce (@charlestonpierce), and styled by Precious Nicole (@preciouspaulame); hair by Michelle Prior Alameda (@international_glam_institute_), and floral design by (@ailiicedesigns), with organisers Samantha Kentish (@stormjordanpro), Ghazal Gill (@ghaazelle), along with the evening’s host Sonia (@soniabegoniablog) finessing the evening’s programming. MC Hooman began his podcast interviews in the adjoining conference room, decked out with items for the trunk show. Listening to the interviews captured on film by Nicholas Hui (@heynickhui), we heard about the impact of AMERICARES work. In 2025, the charity helped more than 680,000 disaster and crisis survivors through some 30 emergency responses in over 20 countries; and distributed more than 9 million prescriptions and 3.2 million medical supplies. From the podcast interview with the Storey Hospitality team (@storeyhospitality), we heard this evening’s show — in its third year — was made possible by partnering with Crescala Global Collective (@crescala_collective). In the words of the hospitality group’s Laura Rose, “It is all about what we call ‘Luxury with Soul’ – creating true human connection, a culture of kindness, and making a difference in the world in meaningful ways. We are honoured to sup-

“The charity helped more than 680,000 disaster and crisis survivors”

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port the incredibly important work of AMERICARES this year.”

wearing fashions that had guests cheering them on to strike another pose on the catwalk.

Silent Auctions to Trunk Shows

Designer wear on show this evening: • Mama Ayni (@mamaaynicollective) showcased luxurious alpaca capes, shawls, and ponchos handcrafted by Indigenous artisans in Peru, with her fashion house dedicated to preserving centuries-old textile traditions through sustainable fashion. • Bette (@shopbette) — An all-American, California-based fashion label renowned for its environmentally conscious methods dressed models in airy beach-inspired bohemian daywear. • Walter Baker (@walter_baker) — A New York City contemporary ready-to-wear designer recognised for his sophistication, elevated the fashion collections on show, effortlessly blending modern luxury with everyday wearability. • Sarayaa (@sarayaa.sn) — Presented one-ofa-kind garments handcrafted in Senegal by tribal women artisans, spotlighted distinctive pieces inspired by global travels, heritage, and authentic craftsmanship. • L aurentina (@laurentina.wear) — Created by three sisters passionate about their Latin roots, featured fashion inspired by the landscapes of Colombia, its colours, customs, and people. • Rosalina (@rosalinalydster) — A luxury jewellery designer for celebraties worldwide, fitted models with dazzling gemstones from her latest collection. • Maybach Icons of Luxury (@maybachluxury) - Featured their custom sunglasses, perfectly paired with the resort wear collections, with their first USA boutique to open in Beverly Hills January 2027. • Carlton Jones (@carltonjonescollection) — Returning for his third consecutive year as the evening’s grand finale designer, renowned for his artisanal resort wear, presented models seamlessly transitioning from

Guests began arriving in the late afternoon decked out in glamorous outfits, well ahead of the fashion show to secure the best seating and take part in the silent auction and shopping trunk show items on display. On offer were silent auctions for hotel stays at a number of Stateside properties, part of the Storey Hospitality Group, which included The Park James; and the sale of fashion couture with part proceeds for AMERICARES. This included diamond and gemstone jewellery from Rosalina Lydster (@rosalinalydster) — who live-auctioned a pair of diamond earrings; and sunglasses from Maybach Icons of Luxury (@maybachluxury). In this techie capital of the world, guests tried on outfits and accessories digitally with the aid of an AI mirror (@springglas.ai) provided by Jenilyn Ditman (@thisisfli) - also featured on the runway, to help them select the best pieces to complement their profile. A barbeque sizzled away on the outside lounge with skewers of veggies and tender meats filling the air with a fragrant waft of savoury dishes. Adding to the high spirits, the Carlos Reyes band (@ carlos_reyes_music) kept the afternoon pulsing with fast, rhythmic instrumentals that filled the courtyard with non-stop energy as waiters kept glasses filled. The courtyard was the perfect place to be this evening for beautiful people watching in one of Menlo Park’s most stylish boutique hotels — The Park James led by hospitality veteran — General Manager, Lyle Tanaka (@lyletanaka).

“Jones’ collections have become one of the most anticipated highlights of ‘‘Runway to Paradise’ ”

The Fashion Show

As the sun began to fade flood lights lit up the courtyard, models elegantly glided across the runway with a poise and aura of grace defined,

RESOURCES: IG - @AMERICARES; IG - @STOREYHOSPITALITY; IG - @THEPARKJAMES; IG - @MALLIOUHANA; IG - @NANUKURESORT

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LAURA ROSE CO-FOUNDER STOREY HOSPITALITY + LYLE TANAKA GM OF PARK JAMES HOTEL

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MISS USA INTERNATIONAL 2019 GHAZAL GILL ON THE CATWALK

MUSICIAN - OMARI BANKS

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luxury destination wear to sophisticated cityscape wear. Jones’ collections have become one of the most anticipated highlights of ‘Runway to Paradise’ with guests treated to a sneak preview of his next season’s collection.

The After Party

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With the fashion show a hit, Omari Banks (@omaribanksmusic) opened the dance floor with his latest island hits while designers took orders, auction item bids kept tallying, and trunk show sales continuing on the up. We were all happy and proud to be a part of this good cause for the benefit of AMERICARES. To celebrate the day’s success, we headed to the hotel’s Oak + Violet Restaurant for a sumptuous meal by Michelin star-winning Executive Chef Joseph Humphrey with a wine list curated by James Beard’s Award-winner Shelley Lindgren. Starting with a delectable Grilled Sonoma Quail, a flaky Wild San Francisco Halibut as the main, and selection of aromatic Local Artisan Cheeses to close, we lifted our glasses of Ruby Port in a toast to goodwill and camaraderie, promising each other we will be here next year to continue serving our communities with compassion, humility, and distinction. | P

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héo Galbert is a French–Caribbean fashion designer based in Paris. Passionate about fashion and luxury from an early age, Théo always dreamed of creating his own fashion house — a vision that has now become Théo Galbert Couture Paris. This season, we are proud to introduce Théo Galbert Couture Paris, where bespoke tailoring is the ultimate expression of exclusivity. Every creation begins with a personal dialogue, transforming your vision into a oneof-a-kind masterpiece through the exceptional craftsmanship of our artisans. From the selection of the finest exotic leathers and impeccably tailored silhouettes to personalised embroidery and hand-finished details, every element is thoughtfully crafted to reflect your individuality. Each piece is a celebration of timeless elegance, refined luxury, and the unmistakable signature of Théo Galbert. | P galbertparis.com

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