The Luxury Network International Magazine Issue 19

GULNORA MUKHEDINOVA

"Commit to your vision and goals."

GOAL DRIVEN LIFESTYLE ISSUE 19 | JUL - AUG 2020

Described as “The next generation of marketing for luxury brands” by the British media, The Luxury Network is the world’s leading luxury affinity marketing group. The Luxury Network is a private membership club, established in luxury capitals or countries around the world, within which premium companies work closely together at senior director level for mutual business and client development.

The Luxury Network’s objective is simple: To facilitate co-operation and exciting new business development activities between top-end companies. New business partnerships are created via strategic alignment, joint collaborations, product placements, endorsements, media sharing, B2B and B2C networking, sales and luxury showcase events and numerous other afďŹ nity marketing activities.

A Message From The Editor

Dear Valued Readers, Welcome to the 3rd Anniversary edition of The Luxury Network Magazine.

As a thank you gift to all of you, our supporters, we have prepared a couple of big announcements for you.

To suit your luxury update needs, we are happy to share with you our all-new categories inside this edition. We understand that each of us have our own style and taste. And so, to show everyone our appreciation, we have collected and grouped the editorials in our publication into a more precise categories.

In here, anyone who shares the same passion as us, luxury, that is, are welcome. We support “inclusivity” and our team believes that everyone has the right to get informed of the latest happenings all around the globe.

The bigger announcement we wanted to make is the launch of the official website of The Luxury Network Magazine. We are not tossing the classic print version of our publication just yet. However, due to insistent public demand, we have decided to go more digital.

To discover more about our new categories, kindly check them inside the 19th issue of our publication. Our magazine’s website will be launching very soon. So please, stay tuned.

We feel grateful for all the years you have supported our endeavors and we commit to deliver truthful and upto-date affluent news only.

Sincerely,

Fares Ghattas Global CEO, The Luxury Network International

Editor-in-chief, The Luxury Network International Magazine

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highlights ISSUE 19 | Jul - Aug 2020

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Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport

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9 Questions with Gulnora Mukhedinova

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Kempinski Hotels Launches “Kempinski White Glove Service”

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Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Collaborates with Johns Hopkins Medicine International

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Voltaero Cassio: The Future of Travel

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The Santos - Dumont XL Watch: The Design Reaches New Heights

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Louis Vuitton Rainbow Window Project

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The Fifth and Final Decanter of the Golden Age of Travel Series

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Now More than Ever, Luxury Must Run Away from Traditional Marketing

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ROLLS-ROYCE DAWN AERO COWLING

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he Rolls-Royce Dawn was created to deliver the world’s most social, seductive opentop motoring experience for four people. In doing so, it attracted a new type of client to the marque – successful, young and dynamic men and women drawn to Dawn’s contemporary aesthetic and compelled by its owner/driver appeal.

To add yet more aesthetic appeal to this remarkable motor car, the Rolls-Royce Bespoke Collective of designers, engineers and craftspeople created a removable Aero Cowling. Introduced in 2018, this modern and meticulously constructed piece converts the aesthetic of Dawn into a two-seat roadster-style motor car with an extended tonneau cover sitting atop the two rear seats. By creating a higher-shouldered silhouette, Aero Cowling alters Dawn’s perso-

na and heightens its sense of dynamic intent.

The Aero Cowling, which can be fitted and removed at a client’s discretion, encloses the rear seats beneath a beautifully hand-made cover, with two cowls rising from the leading edge of the tonneau area, to a point just behind each front seat headrest. The form of the cowls was precisely sculpted to funnel air gracefully over the cabin, so to enhance driver comfort.

Each cowl is equipped with a pair of lockable leather-lined storage compartments for personal effects, while the cover itself is made of carbon fibre and aluminium. This choice of materials makes Aero Cowling incredibly light yet strong.

The lids of the cowls are swathed in finest Rolls-Royce leather, perfectly matching the interior of the car as commissioned by the owner.

A remarkable Bespoke canvas The Aero Cowling is not designed to simply transform the appearance of the Dawn, but to complement it.

Bespoke canvases for colour and detail atop the cowl lids allow for a harmonious flow of colour between motor car and tonneau.

Originally presented at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, the first Dawn Aero Cowling was matched perfectly with the Cassiopeia Silver and Casden Tan colour scheme of the motor car it adorned. The central spine was finished in ex12

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posed carbon fibre, showcasing its lightweight structure, with a weave book-matched to a contemporary chevron graphic. This intricately detailed spine harmoniously ran down the centre of the car, through the centre console and onto the dashboard.

Since its launch, Aero Cowling has enhanced many Bespoke commissions. One of the first was the Bayside Dawn Aero Cowling, commissioned by a customer in Yokohama, Japan, to pay tribute to his seafaring home city. It matched cutting-edge

technical fibre with open-pore teak Canadel panelling, drawing inspiration from yacht decking. The Aero Cowling’s colourway evoked blue seas and white sails in the finest traditions of Yokohama Bay. Most recently, Aero Cowling adorned Dawn Silver Bullet, revealed in early 2020. Inspired by rare, glamorous and rakish roadsters of the 1920s, this motor car’s tonneau was finished with an ultra-metallic silver-painted central spine and a vapour-blasted titanium windbreak, etched with the Silver

Bullet nameplate and silhouette.

Aero Cowling is able to amplify a more striking aesthetic as well as elegantly contribute to its form.

Arguably, its boldest appearance was part of the marque’s 2019 Pebble Beach Collection where it was incorporated into a Dawn Black Badge finished in striking Coral.

This new pastel colour carried over to the Aero Cowling itself, creating an appearance reminiscent of the Speedster two-seater body style so closely associated with the USA’s western seaboard.

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BUGATTI CHIRON PUR SPORT The changes in the CHIRON Pur Sport have been immense. We have set up a significantly firmer chassis, modified the camber, shortened the gear ratio and asked Michelin to develop softer tires. All these changes require testing, testing, and more testing as every system has not only to function perfectly on its own but also to work in conjunction with the entire vehicle.

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SUPER LUXURIOUS SUPER SPORTS CAR ABT SPORTSLINE EQUIPS AUDI S8 WITH 700 HP AND NEW WHEELS

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eal sports cars deliver extraordinary driving performance, but usually have a somewhat spartan appearance. For those unwilling to sacrifice any luxury, space or comfort, the Audi S8 has been available since 1996, and as regards acceleration, it can hold its own against the contemporary Porsche 911. The fourth generation of the racy luxury limousine came onto the market in early 2020, with a powerful V8 bi-turbo petrol engine delivering 571 hp (420 kW) and 800 Nm. Acceleration from 0 to

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100 km/h: 3.8 seconds! As such, it is faster than a current 992 model.

But can it also compete with even faster super sports cars? With this comparison, ABT Sportsline comes into play with an extremely attractive performance upgrade.

The software of the high-tech ABT Engine Control unit has been precisely adapted for this model and can unleash a hefty 700 hp (515 kW) from the new S8. Maximum torque increases to 880 Nm. This amazing power is clearly reflected

in the new performance figures: Now the traditional standard sprint from a standing start to 100 km/h is achieved in 3.4 seconds. For vehicles equipped with ABT Power and ceramic brakes, an optional top speed increase to 270 km/h is available. The 5.18-metre limousine, weighing over 2.3 tonnes, generally cuts a fine figure, even when cornering. This is down to the meticulously designed standard suspension. The chassis can tilt up to three degrees when cornering, and a camera constantly monitors the

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next 15 metres, to facilitate active response to any uneven surface.

Aesthetically, the Audi S8 maintains an elegant, understated appearance. Therefore, upon request, ABT Sportsline adds just one discreet carbon fibre rear spoiler. Additional sporty trappings include 20-inch ABT GR or FR wheels. The latter is also available in 21-inch, as featured on the pictured vehicle. The design is a particularly attractive interpretation of the classic five-spoke

design. Its diamond-machined outlines and mystic black finish provide an interesting colour contrast.

In turn, the GR features a striking concave rim well and a glossy black painted wheel chassis contrasts with a diamond-machined rim flange. The sporty and elegant wheel is also available as an alternative in matt black with an entirely diamond-machined finish.

From inside too, the owner can drop subtle hints to his passen-

gers that they are not travelling in a standard S8. The ABT start-stopswitch-cap and ABT shift knob cover make this possible. A step on the accelerator will remove any doubt. *The engine performance data is in accordance with the stipulations of EWG/80/1269. The process and dynamometer manufacturer have been certified and authorised by the vehicle manufacturer.For further details, visit www.abt-sportsline.com/performance-measurement.

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WORLD PREMIERE OF THE NEW PORSCHE 911 TARGA

orsche completes its sports car trio in time for summer: following on from the Coupé and Cabriolet, the third body variant of the new 911 generation now makes its debut with the all-wheel drive 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S models. The two new 911 models celebrate their premiere on the Porsche web TV channel 9:11 Magazine.

The distinguishing feature of the Targa remains its innovative, fully automatic roof system and, just like the legendary original Targa model from 1965, it features a characteristic wide roll hoop, a movable roof section above the front seats and a wraparound rear window.

The roof can be comfortably opened and closed in just 19 seconds.

It is powered by a six-cylinder, three-litre boxer engine with twin turbochargers: the 911 Targa 4 now delivers 283 kW (385 PS; 911 Targa 4: Combined fuel consumption 9.8 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions 223 g/km) and, in combination with the optional Sport Chrono package, accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds – one tenth faster than before. The engine in the 911 Targa 4S boasts 331 kW (450 PS; 911 Targa 4S: Combined fuel consumption 10.3 - 9.9 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions 235 - 227 g/km) and reaches the 100 km/h mark in just 3.6 seconds under the same conditions – four tenths faster than its pre-

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decessor. Top speed of the 911 Targa 4 is 289 km/h (up two km/h), while the 4S peaks at 304 km/h (up three km/h).

Both sports cars are fitted with eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK) and intelligent all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM) as standard to deliver maximum driving pleasure. Alternatively, the 911 Targa 4S can be ordered with the newly developed seven-speed manual gearbox, with which the Sport Chrono package is included. New technology has also been integrated to extend the range of features for both 911 models and, for the first time, Porsche InnoDrive, which includes adaptive cruise control, is available. Thanks to the enhanced Smartlift function, ground clearance can be programmed so that it is raised for everyday use. The list of options is supplemented by an extensive range from Porsche Tequipment and new personalisation options from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur. Porsche will further extend the combination of traditional style elements, timeless design and cutting-edge technology in a special edition of the 911 Targa, which will make its debut in June.

Efficient biturbo boxer engine Like the 911 Carrera models, both 911 Targa variants profit from the increase in power provided by the turbocharged three-litre six-cylinder boxer engines.

Both performance and everyday usability benefit as a result. The engine in the 911 Targa 4 produces 283 kW (385 PS) at 6,500 rpm, which is 11 kW (15 PS) more than its predecessor. Maximum torque of 450 newton metres is delivered across a wide engine speed range of between 1,950 and 5,000 rpm. With 331 kW (450 PS), the 911 Targa 4S delivers 22 kW (30 PS) more output than its predecessor and generates maximum torque of 530 Nm (up 30 Nm) between 2,300 and 5,000 rpm.

Optimised all-wheel drive for better traction The enhanced performance of the new all-wheel drive models goes hand-in-hand with further development of the front-axle drive. The clutch and differential unit is water-cooled and has reinforced clutch discs for greater robustness and a higher load capacity. The increased actuating torque at the clutch improves its adjustment accuracy and the function of the additional front-axle drive. Overall, the enhanced front-axle drive with PTM (Porsche Traction Management) contributes to even better traction in all road conditions.

Further developed chassis for more comfort and safety The electronically controlled variable damping system PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) is part of the standard equipment on the new 911 Targa models. This system automatically adjusts the damping characteristics in terms of driving comfort and handling to each driving situation and has two manually adjustable maps, Normal and Sport. Porsche Torque

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Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus), which includes an electronic rear differential lock with fully variable torque distribution, is added as standard equipment for the Targa 4S and is available as an option on the Targa 4.

Like the other eighth generation Porsche 911 variants, the Targa models are also equipped with Porsche Wet mode as standard. Sensors fitted in the front wheel housings are capable of detecting water on the road surface and, if significant volumes of water are picked up, a signal in the cockpit provides a recommendation for the driver to manually switch to Wet mode. The drive responsiveness is then adapted to the conditions to guarantee maximum driving stability.

The driving dynamics setup for the 911 Targa 4 includes 235/40 ZR tyres on 19-inch alloy wheels on the front axle and 295/35 ZR tyres on 20-inch wheels on the rear axle. As standard, the 4S model is fitted with 245/35 ZR tyres on its 20-inch front wheels and 305/30 ZR tyres on its 21-inch rears. On the Targa 4,

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deceleration is taken care of on both axles by 330-millimetre brake discs with black four-piston monobloc fixed callipers. The red-painted brake callipers on the Targa 4S have six pistons at the front axle, four at the rear while its discs measure 350 mm front and rear.

The Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) can be ordered as an option.

Extravagant Targa design with a modern interpretation The exterior of the 911 Targa is characterised by the design elements of its 992 model generation. Compared to its predecessors, its body features significantly more pronounced wheel housings at the front and, between its LED headlights, its bonnet has a distinctive recess evoking the design of the first 911 generations. Its rear is dominated by its wider, variably extending rear spoiler and seamlessly integrated, elegant light bar. With the exception of the front and rear sections, the entire outer skin is made from aluminium.

The interior echoes the 911 Carrera models and is characterised by the clear and straight lines of its dashboard and its recessed instruments. The 911 models from the 1970s provided the inspiration here.

Alongside the central rev counter – very much a defining feature for Porsche – two thin, frameless freeform displays extend the information provided to the driv20

er. A compact switch unit with five buttons for direct access to important vehicle functions is located below the 10.9-inch centre screen of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM). The standard PCM features include online navigation based on swarm data as well as Connect Plus with Apple Car Play®.

The model for a new class of sports cars since 1965 The 1965 911 Targa 2.0 was a trailblazer for a whole new type of car. Originally marketed as a “safety cabriolet with anti-roll bar”, the Targa, with its detachable roof, soon established itself as an independent concept and indeed became a style icon. Right through to the present day, Porsche has continued to combine two worlds in the 911 Targa: the advantages of open-top driving in a cabriolet combined with the everyday comfort and safety of a coupé.

World premiere on 9:11 Magazine web TV channel For the first time the sports car manufacturer unveils the new 911 Targa to a global audience on its own web TV channel. Dr. Frank-Steffen Walliser, Vice President Model Lines 911 and 718, explains the car’s new features along with Porsche Brand Ambassadors, tennis star Maria Sharapova and racing driver Jörg Bergmeister on 911-magazine.porsche.com.

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LUXURY WITH TIMELESS ELEGANCE LORINSER PRESENTS 21-INCH RIMS WITH RETRO FEATURES FOR S-CLASS AND CO.

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he Mercedes vehicle range is dynamic as never before, and the expressive body designs also have great appeal. And yet, the era of the W140, W126, W124, Mercedes 190 and Co. was regarded as a golden age by many, as Sportservice Lorinser knows.

The worldwide renowned German tuner for cars with the star now bridges the gap between the eras with the extremely attractive new LM2R alloy wheel.

“With the Lorinser LO we recently revived a rim model from our company history for vintage and classic cars in virtually the original design,” Managing Director Marcus Lorinser explains. “After owners of current Mercedes models also repeatedly asked about the alloy wheel, we have now designed a completely new retro rim especially for this target group. It was important to us, however, that this should not just be a copy.” The designers consequently adopted a basic layout from the early 1990s and revised it for the present. The result looks right up-to-date, especially with the changed proportions in combination with extreme low-profile tires. In addition, the LM2R is only available in a gigantic 21-inch size. “That was unimaginable nearly 30 years ago,” Lorinser remembers.

The organic, soft shapes are typical for the spirit of the 1990s. The large center area has a clever arch which makes it appear is if it is suspended from the short mock double spokes – similar to a tent roof. With the recessed rim flange and the spoke ends, which ap-

pear as if split, the design pays homage to the present.

Overall, the designers created a very dynamic, powerful and lively one-piece wheel. The large surfaces – a quite rare feature today – contribute to an immense presence and give a luxurious and self-confident appearance to the wheel, which is available either in hypersilver or in black. The Lorinser LM2R therefore perfectly underlines the commanding aura of highgrade cars such as a Mercedes S-Class.

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9 QUESTIONS WITH GULNORA MUKHEDINOVA FEATURED ON FORBES, CEO, FASHION DESIGNER, AND STYLIST AT BARAVIA FASHION AND BARAVIA BEAUTY CENTER What is the history behind the Baravia brand?

I have always wanted to make a name for myself across the Arab World. My passion for fashion led me to open up a business in the fashion industry. I want to create my style and share with others especially those who are stuck up and having a hard time choosing which kind of dress fits them. I launched Baravia Fashion in 2018.

Given the current global crisis, how does it feel like to be a contributor to an industry that promotes wellness?

and creating elegant and glamorous outfits.

And also I got inspired by the fascinating life story of the famous Coco Chanel.

It feels great that I was able to help and contribute. Nowadays, consumers are placing

How can you compare fashion and

more value on health and wellness. These

beauty between then and now?

days, looking great and feeling good are the new luxuries that consumers want to enjoy and flaunt.

time. As people progressed through time, so

What inspires you to create prod-

has changed dramatically but has also kept

ucts and services with high demand

did their fashion style & statements. Fashion trends from the past very much alive. Fash-

in the affluent market?

ion is on a never-ending tidal wave of change

My main inspiration is my family of course.

enced by what inspires society.

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Fashion evolves and constantly changes over

and revival. Fashion today is still highly influ-

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need to be innovative to create a competitive advantage for your business. Lastly, it is persistence. You must commit to your vision and goals no matter what challenges you face. If you give up too soon, you might miss the opportunity that was just right in front of you.

What is the definition of true beauty to you?

Beauty for me doesn’t only refer to the physical appearance, but with the internal beauty of a person, which depends on her thoughts, action, and character. External beauty has a value, but internal beauty dominates it. I believe beauty is about goodness to others, in addition to physical appearance.

How do you visualize your luxury brands 5 years from now?

What do you think separates Baravia from other fashion labels?

We take pride in providing high-quality products and we are striving to provide exceptional service. Also, our passion for making dresses where we commit our heart and mind and our limitless creativity, as well.

In 5 years, I will still be in this business, probably setting up new ones and having more branches. My next step is to go globally and land in Hollywood, seeing my collection being worn at the Oscars and Cannes.

Can you give our readers some fashion style tips that will never fade

What do you think are the top

through time?

3 characteristics a good leader needs to have for their business to

Trends come and go, but a classic look will

succeed?

never fade. I’m sure a lot of designers agree

For me, first, it is passion. When a team leader is filled with passion, it spreads to the team, making them work harder to match the pas-

with me. You can never go wrong with a ‘little black dress.’ It makes you feel classy and sophisticated with the utmost effortlessness.

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PROJECT ALTEA: THE LATEST IN 5000 ALUMINIUM FDHF CLASS OF HEESEN YACHTS

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eesen Yachts are pleased to introduce YN19550 Project Altea, a 50-metre FDHF all aluminium motor yacht below 500GT and the second yacht built on the design and engineering platform of Nova Plus. Altea offers fast yet highly efficient performance thanks to her FDHF aluminium hull with a shallow draft of just 2.15 metres. Her contemporary exterior design, by Frank Laupman of Omega Architects, showcases a profile characterised by a long waterline and floor-to-ceiling windows. A gently reversed stem with spray rails gives her a distinctive look.

Thanks to two MTU 12V 2000 M72 main engines of 1,080kW each, she will reach a top speed of 19.5 knots and will have a range of 3,750 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 12 knots. These characteristics make Project Altea one of the fastest and most economical motor yachts in her class.

Twelve guests will enjoy almost 350 square meters of interior space. They will be accommodated in six elegant staterooms and will be discreetly serviced by nine crew in five cabins. Italian designer Cristiano Gatto created a tranquil and warm interior design, a crowd-pleaser dĂŠcor that invites guests to relax and unwind after an active day at sea.

Stained Canaletto and American walnut are the main veneers used for both flooring and walls. Textured leathers and custom carpets by Luxury Pride deliver a tactile experience and add a third dimension to the opulent interior design. Gatto and his team have created bespoke soft furnishings that add a sense of comfort and exclusivity. Top tier materials, such as silk and velvet, are paired with fine details and leather trims to create an elegant and unconventional contrast.

The fine cabinetry company, Heesen Interiors, recently completed the interior mock-up. Clients can now get a real feel for materials, finishes and lighting exactly as they will be built. In addition, the one-to-one mock-up offers the unique opportunity to test and perfect the precise engineering behind the sophisticated interior construction. This will result in more rigorous and efficient construction and installation timings.

Project Altea is on schedule and available for delivery in Spring 2021.

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KEMPINSKI HOTELS LAUNCHES “KEMPINSKI WHITE GLOVE SERVICE” TO MEET HIGHEST LEVEL OF SERVICE AND GUEST COMFORT DURING AND AFTER CURRENT SITUATION

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igh quality and sophisticated service combined with authenticity and personal care is one of the highest maxims of Kempinski Hotels. To provide the most outstanding level of service and guest comfort even during and after the current situation, the international luxury hotel group with European roots has launched the “Kempinski White Glove Service”. In light of the fact that some of the closed Kempinski Hotels have now reopened their doors, the Kempinski operational strategy and quality management team has launched this extensive service covering all areas of the luxury hotels while keeping in line with the regional safety and health regulations as a top priority.

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“It is crucial to us to continue delivering service on the highest level true to our Kempinski heritage as this is what we stand for”, explains Benedikt Jaschke, Chief Quality Officer and Member of the Kempinski Management Board. “While we need to give guests full confidence in the cleanliness and disinfection of our premises and reflect the seriousness of the current situation in all aspects of our daily operation, we are eager to continue and even surpass our dedicated service à la Kempinski.”

To fully support the execution of the “Kempinski White Glove Service”, an extremely comprehensive guidebook has been launched by the operational strategy and quality management team. The 50 pages guidebook meticulously treats any kind of measures to be taken in all departments of the luxurious hotels ranging from arrival of the guests to set-up of public areas, food & beverage to housekeeping as well as spa areas to meeting spaces. When it comes to the employees, they will from now on be carrying gloves during all guest interactions as well as in compliance with government regulations and advice masks, which have been produced for Kempinski by Italian hotel uniform designer Maurel, carrying the patterns of the Kempinski flower print. Part of the amenities in all guest rooms will be mini hand sanitisers as well as guest masks. While hotel teams obviously have to keep their distance to the guests of at least 1.5 metres, all furniture in public areas has to be rearranged to keep social distancing rules for the convenience of guests. Enhanced cleaning plans are provided by hygiene products supplier Diversey through wall charts and online guidelines to visualise step by step the flow of disinfection and cleaning of all hotel areas. Sanitising stations will be spread throughout each hotel, key cards will be disinfected before and after usage, cloth towels in public toilets replaced by one-time-usage disposable towels and professional air purifiers provide clean and fresh air.

Absolute privacy is offered to guests who upon check-in and during their stay decide not to allow any hotel team member to enter their room during their full stay period at the hotel. While usually a “Do not disturb” sign is used temporarily, the new “Privacy” sign assures that requested services will still be handled, but in front of the guest’s room door.

“The list of measures to be taken is long and very complex”, adds Benedikt Jaschke.

“But appropriate and strictest hygienic standards on a very high level are key to reassuring our valued guests that a stay at any Kempinski hotel worldwide during or post coronavirus lockdown offers an environment of full safety in any respect without sacrificing our high standards of professional luxury service.”

Procedures are of course not restricted to guest services, but also apply to back of the house areas such as the employee restaurant. To limit the number of employees having their breaks at the same time, service hours of the canteen for example will be extended, some tables and chairs will be blocked to grant space and boxed meals can be offered as an alternative to be consumed at office desks.

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VILU REEF AND IRU VELI

SUN SIYAM RESORTS ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE USE

OF TWO OF ITS LUXURIOUS MALDIVIAN ISLANDS

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or the very first time, two luxurious Maldivian islands in the Sun Siyam Resorts portfolio can be exclusively yours! The five-star family-friendly Sun Aqua Vilu Reef, and the newly opened and luxurious Sun Aqua Iru Veli, both situated in the South Nilandhe Atoll are available for private hire, as soon as visa restrictions are lifted. Remote yet refined and free of crowds, choose from two idyllic Maldivian islands, both of which are perfect for escaping and unwinding and offer a barefoot luxury resort experience. Both resorts are easily accessed by seaplane from Velana International Airport and each transfer takes approximately 45 minutes. A private island escape costs less than $1,000,000 for 15 nights for up to 50 guests.

Both the multiple award-winning Sun Aqua Vilu Reef and the newest addition to the Sun Siyam Portfolio, Sun Aqua Iru Veli is truly tropical, ultra-private and the all-inclusive rates cover everything including house alcohol and diving, so guests can rest easy knowing meals, spa treatments, (two hours per person) and non-motorized water sports are already taken care of. With all-day dining options and no set mealtimes, guests can relax and enjoy their exclusive and idyllic island paradise.

At Vilu Reef, guests can enjoy the 103 beach and over-water villas that feature plunge pools, ocean vistas. With multiple pools; spa; a full staff, including private chefs; private butlers; an assortment of watersports and diving. At the newly opened Iru Veli, paradise awaits!

Guests can choose from the vast array of accommodation, from the famed Ocean Suite to the gorgeously appointed beach suites. Choose from Floodlit Tennis, Badminton, Volleyball Courts, a variety of excursions and of course a two-hour spa treatment, per person as well as two hours diving per person.

Both Vilu Reef and Iru Veli are renowned for their dazzling white, sugar soft beaches, 5-star cuisine, tranquil spas, a wide range of activities and renowned snorkelling. An exclusive stay at these luxurious islands will take your holiday, wedding or special occasion to the next level!

For availability, full terms and conditions and booking enquiries for either Sun Aqua Vilu Reef or Sun Aqua Iru Veli, please contact Shanyz Zihunee at Sun Aqua via email at shanyz.zihunee@ sunaqua.com

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ALL-NEW GULFSTREAM G700 MAKES FIRST FLIGHT

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ulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, today announced the all-new Gulfstream G700™ made its first flight, demonstrating the program’s maturity and officially launching the rigorous flight-test program of the most spacious jet in the industry with the longest range at the fastest speeds.

The G700 departed Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport at 1:19 p.m. and landed 2 hours and 32 minutes later. The aircraft made the flight on a 30/70 blend of sustainable aviation fuel.

“The G700’s first flight is a momentous occasion and the next step forward in Gulfstream’s vision for the future, a vision that has been guided by the strategic leadership of our parent company, General Dynamics, and the innovation of the Gulfstream team,” said Mark Burns president, Gulfstream. “As the market leader, Gulfstream is moving the entire business-jet industry

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forward with advanced safety features, tomorrow’s technology and a cabin purposefully designed to exceed our customers’ expectations for comfort.”

The G700 was introduced as the new industry flagship in October 2019 with a full-scale cabin mock-up and an aircraft taxiing under its own power. The program includes five already manufactured flight-test aircraft and a structural test article that has completed load testing.

The G700 features the longest, widest and tallest cabin in the industry with 20 Gulfstream panoramic oval windows and up to five living areas. The aircraft introduces many all-new interior differentiators, including an ultragalley with more than 10 feet of counter space and a crew compartment or passenger lounge; the industry’s only ultra-high-definition circadian lighting system; speakerless surround sound; and a master suite with shower.

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The G700 is powered by Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 engines and refined with Gulfstream-designed aerodynamics and an all-new winglet.

The aircraft can fly at its high-speed cruise of Mach 0.90 for 6,400 nautical miles/11,853 kilometers or at its long-range cruise of Mach 0.85 for 7,500 nm/13,890 km. The G700 also includes the Gulfstream Symmetry Flight Deck™ with the industry’s only electronically linked active control sidesticks, the most extensive use of touchscreen technology in business aviation and Gulfstream’s award-winning Predictive Landing Performance System.

“The G700 brings the best in the business together – the innovation of the G500 and G600 Symmetry Flight Deck and the legendary performance of the G650ER – and we are excited to deliver this exceptional aircraft to our customers,” said Burns.

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FOUR SEASONS HOTELS AND RESORTS COLLABORATES WITH JOHNS HOPKINS MEDICINE INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL HEALTH CARE EXPERTS TO VALIDATE ENHANCED PROCEDURES OF LEAD WITH CARE, THE COMPANY’S NEW GLOBAL PROGRAM, AND PROVIDE ONGOING GUIDANCE AS PART OF BROADER COLLABORATION

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our Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, has entered into a collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International, the global division of health care and research leader Johns Hopkins Medicine, to validate its new global health and safety program, Lead With Care, and provide ongoing, real-time guidance on the evolving COVID-19 situation.

Grounded in the principles of care, trust and service, the Lead With Care program will be reviewed and validated by Johns Hopkins Medicine experts and implemented by dedicated teams at Four Seasons properties around the world.

“Within this new environment, our singular goal is to provide guests, residents and employees with the confidence and assurance that their health and safety is our first priority,” says John Davison, President and Chief Executive Officer, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

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tional, leveraging their global expertise to strengthen our already stringent health and safety measures through our new Lead With Care program.”

Continues Davison: “For nearly 60 years, Four Seasons has set the global standard for excellence in hospitality and service. Lead With Care is a continuation of this high standard, building upon the strong foundation of trust and confidence that we have established through decades of experience. This new program is about offering genuine care and the highest levels of service, enhancing procedures to protect our guests, residents and employees, while also ensuring that they feel safe and reassured.”

Four Seasons and Johns Hopkins Medicine International COVID-19 Advisory Board Johns Hopkins Medicine International and Four Seasons have established a dedicated COVID-19 Advisory Board, bringing together Four Seasons leadership and top experts from Johns Hopkins Med-

icine International to inform health and safety decisions based on the latest scientific knowledge.

Evolving in lockstep with rapidly changing discoveries, the COVID-19 Advisory Board will create, enhance and review current procedures, along with virtual and in-person training to guide implementation of Lead With Care across Four Seasons global portfolio.

This builds upon the early experience of Four Seasons Hotel New York, as well as Four Seasons hotels in Riyadh and Mumbai, in providing accommodation to high-risk medical personnel fighting on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Four Seasons Hotel New York was transformed into a safely zoned environment in a matter of days, implementing enhanced procedures to safely house guests, as well as properly train all employees.

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and enabled by access to leading technologies and tools, the Lead With Care program is focused on providing care, confidence and comfort to all Four Seasons guests, employees and residents within the new COVID-19 environment. The new program outlines clear procedures that educate and empower Four Seasons employees to take care of guests and each other.

“Along with already-commonplace measures such as more sanitizers, masks and heightened cleaning and hygiene, our collaboration with Johns Hopkins equips our property teams with access to leading international experts and real-time COVID-19 information, enhancing our tools and training to deliver an experience grounded in safety and trust,” says Christian Clerc, President, Global Operations, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. “While the Four Seasons experience may look

different in this new environment, it will ultimately feel the same – our dedicated people will continue to deliver the same intuitive service and personalised care for which Four Seasons is known and trusted for the world over.”

Four Seasons collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine International will ensure the review and validation of the Lead With Care program in two phases.

Phase one of the collaboration – Review and Validation – involves a comprehensive review of Four Seasons existing health and safety procedures along with enhanced protocols in response to the current situation at a global, regional and property level. Working closely with Johns Hopkins Medicine experts ensures Four Seasons is at the forefront of the latest research findings and recommendations.

Phase two – Ongoing Guidance – provides Four Seasons with ongoing collaboration with the Johns Hopkins Medicine International team, including direct access to curated critical updates, relevant COVID-19 research outcomes, and expert advice to ensure real-time adjustments to operating procedures. Customised through on-property Hygiene Officers, this will allow Four Seasons to respond quickly and anticipate future needs, providing assurance that all appropriate infection control safety measures have been taken.

Four Seasons and Johns Hopkins will also establish a joint Response Team where senior experts in infectious diseases from Johns Hopkins will provide on-demand response and guidance to hotels facing COVID-19 situations.

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VOLTAERO CASSIO: THE FUTURE OF TRAVEL Performance • Autonomy: 3.5 hours (extension possible to 5 hours) • Range: 800 miles • Cruise speed: 200 knots • Take-off/landing distance: less than 1,800 feet • Maximum takeoff weight: Under 2.5 metric tons (EASA CS23 certification) • Availability: 10 hours/day (equivalent to approximately eight rotations daily)

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édis, France – VoltAero revealed the production configuration for its Cassio aircraft, which will revolutionize general aviation with a highly efficient, safe and optimized family of airplanes powered by the company’s hybrid-electric power module.

Cassio utilizes VoltAero’s hybrid-electric power module in an aft fuselage “pusher” configuration, integrating a cluster of electric motors with a high-performance internal combustion engine that serves as the range extender. The powertrain currently is being validated on VoltAero’s Cassio 1 flight test aircraft, ensuring a high level of maturity for certification and production.

“The Cassio production design’s unveiling represents the latest step in our realistic and highly pragmatic creation of an all-new aircraft family,” said Jean Botti, VoltAero’s CEO and Chief Technical Officer. “It benefits from our team’s unmatched experience in hybrid-electric aviation, as well as the ongoing full-scale flight testing that removes the risk as we move toward the production phase.”

VoltAero’s proprietary Cassio design is based on a sleek, aerodynamically-optimized fuselage, a forward fixed canard, and an aft-set wing with twin booms that support a high-set horizontal tail.

Cassio will be offered in three versions, each sharing a high degree of modularity and commonality: - Cassio 330, a four-seat configuration with propulsion from a combined hybrid-electric power of 330 kilowatts; - Cassio 480, configured with six seats and a hybrid-electric propulsion power of 480 kilowatts; - Cassio 600, with a 10-seat capacity and hybrid-electric propulsion power of 600 kilowatts.

Cassio aircraft will be produced at a purpose-built final assembly line in the Nouvelle Aquitaine region of southwest France, with VoltAero leading a world-class team of partners and suppliers. Licensed production opportunities will be pursued in North America and Asia.

Initial deliveries are targeted for the end of 2022, beginning with the four-seat Cassio 330 version.

The Cassio family of airplanes is tailored for operation by private owners, air taxi/charter companies, in commercial flights for point-to-point regional travel, and in various utility-category applications. Cassio will be certified to Europe’s EASA CS23 certification specification as a single-engine, general aviation category aircraft.

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LAKE HAYES

NEW ZEALAND Unique opportunity to own a slice of paradise in one of New Zealand’s truly iconic settings.

The Cottages are set on Lake Hayes with views over the lake to the mountains beyond. Peaceful and idyllic but less than 10 minutes from Queenstown Airport. The Cottages are the perfect escape from busy global lives.

The stunning alpine location offers outdoor activities all year round from skiing to golf, with world-class vineyards and the shops, galleries, bars and restaurants of Queenstown and historic Arrowtown on your doorstep.

There are fIve freehold Cottages that each have their own private parking and gardens plus communal grounds and a pinot pit. The Cottages have been completed to the highest standard of architecture, build and interiors reflecting the absolute premium location - 2 bed/2 bath plus open living/dining/kitchen plus utility area and storage. Sleep up to 4 adults (plus 2 additional children).

It’s easy to understand why people from all over the world visit and then choose to call this wonderful place home. Eligible for purchase by overseas investors with the option to rent for an investment yield.

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Experience New Zealand with Touch of Spice Whether you’re looking for a luxurious getaway with the whole family, a group of friends or a short break with your other half, Touch of Spice are experts in matching people with stays that only most get to dream of. With New Zealand’s largest portfolio of Private Villas and Residences and partnering with the best of the best Luxury Lodges, it’s more than just a bed - it’s about creating memories that last a lifetime.

With all the finer details taken care of, everything from showing you some world-class experiences to luxury transfers, booking spa treatments, inhouse chefs, securing tee times and getting you access to some of the most exclusive chefs tables in New Zealand, Touch of Spice do all the hard work for you. You don’t have to lift a finger – so you can raise a glass instead!

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HOPE, LOVE, LIGHT THE GRAFF FOUNDATION PLEDGES ITS SUPPORT TO THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION

THE US$1 MILLION DONATION WILL HELP THE COVID-19 SOLIDARITY RESPONSE FUND PROVIDE CRITICAL AID TO THOSE ON THE FRONTLINE AND MUCH-NEEDED ASSISTANCE TO THE MOST VULNERABLE AND AT-RISK COUNTRIES. Today, the Graff Foundation will donate US$1 million to the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund in support of WHO, which is leading and coordinating the global efforts to detect and respond to the pandemic.

resources; ensuring patients are given the correct care and frontline workers have access to essential supplies and information; and accelerating the development of vaccines, tests and treatments.

The donation will aid the Fund’s critical work tracking and understanding the spread of the virus; mobilising

The COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund was set up at WHO’s request by the United Nations Foundation and

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the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation. The Graff Foundation donation is being made through the UN Foundation.

distributed technical and public health information to millions; and supported drug trials that may help save the lives of those worst affected by COVID-19.

The majority of financial resources from the Fund are targeted at the most vulnerable and at-risk countries, which are prioritised according to greatest need on a week by week basis. As of the beginning of April 2020, the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund has bought and shipped PPE to 75 countries; supplied close to 1.8 million diagnostic kits to 126 countries; created and

“COVID-19 is a textbook example of a global problem that requires global cooperation,” said Elizabeth Cousens, President & CEO of the UN Foundation. “I thank Graff for their commitment to the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund – it could not be more clear that we need to work together across sectors to fight this pandemic.”

Francois Graff, trustee of the Graff Foundation, on behalf of the Graff family: “The challenge presented by the pandemic has had a profound effect on all of us at Graff.

As an international business, it has been terrible to witness the speed with which the virus has spread, and the pain and uncertainty it is causing throughout the world. The COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund is a vital tool in the global response to the virus. We are proud to contribute to its life-saving work and support the medical community and key workers who are heroically devoting their lives to caring for others during this global crisis.”

Funded by, but separate from, the Graff organisation, the Graff Foundation is a UK- registered charity that supports philanthropic activities around the world. #HOPELOVELIGHT

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THE SANTOS -DUMONT XL WATCH: THE DESIGN REACHES NEW HEIGHTS

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n contrast to previous models, the XL size comes with a change of scale. On the wrist, the dial is wide, generous and taut, which focuses on style and its essential elements. The finesse of the case and the level of sophistication remain the same, from the sword-shaped hands to the beaded winding crown, from the sunray satin-finished dial to the case back engraved with the initials S=D, the signature of Alberto Santos-Dumont. This timepiece pays homage to the dandy aviator and close friend of Louis Cartier.

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A STUNNING SELECTION OF DAZZLING PEARL JEWELLERY CREATIONS June has arrived and has brought the summer sun; for all those lucky enough to have been born this month - here is a selection of some fine jewellery pieces featuring beautiful pearls by The House of Luxury

Bracelet from the Pearlescent Collection by YEPREM with Diamonds and 5 Pearls $29,500

Earrings from the Pearlescent Collection by YEPREM with Diamonds and 2 Pearls $7,300

MOP Earrings from the Mother Of Pearl Collection by Alessa $9,995

‘The Georgian Locket’

by Simone Jewels in 18K White gold, Oval Tanzanite, Diamonds, Silver Blue Pearls, White Quartz and Black Onyx $46,325

‘Waves Of Bosphorus’ Ring

by Terzihan in 18K White Gold, White Australian South Sea Pearl, White, Brown and Black Diamonds $14,170

Pearl and Diamond Ring

by Tabbah in 18K White Gold, Round Diamonds and 4 Pearls $29,700

Ring from the Pearlescent Collection by YEPREM with Diamonds and 1 Pearls $5,800

‘Nemo and Pearls’ by Dreamboule in 18K Rose Gold, White Diamonds, Orange Sapphires, Black Diamonds, White Pearls and 24K Rose Gold Flakes $44,200 51

Seba Jamal’s Creative Vision GIA Certified Jewelry Professional I Founder & Designer Luxury Collection Dubai, United Arab Emirates “Right from the beginning, I ensure that my creations are unique and bore no similarity to the already available designs in the market.

This is why I stressed on the word UNIQUE in most of my designs and name them accordingly. My second objective is the look of the jewelry. As I always wanted my designs to be the best examples of fine jewelry, that reinstates the fashion quotient.

I always strive to create contemporary designs that stand out from the traditional designs available in the final jewelry series.”

“Tree Of Life Collection” “Art is the tree of life. Science is the tree of death. - William Blake This collection was born from the face that nature provides us with best solace, in life. We often look to nature, which is God’s best.

The line is an outcome of years of in-depth research, studying into art which stands for testimony to Seba’s underlying passion for the craft.

Seba’s Luxury Car Collection “Seba Jamal for Luxury Car Collection” features a two piece set consisting of a ring and bracelet, both of which are designed to target high-profile consumers who prefer jewelry which speaks status.

The “Luxury Car” logo acts as the center of design, paved with diamonds, layering, on a structure that opens, to incorporate the chip, giving the user the commodity of not having the constant search of their keys.

“Redefining the way you style” A sophisticated, aesthetic driven individual with an amazing passion for Art & Design has helped the jewelry designer Seba Jamal, carve a niche for herself in the jewelry design industry.

The line is an outcome of years of in-depth research, studying into art which stands for testimony to Seba’s underlying passion for the craft.

To view more of Seba Jamal’s Collection, visit Instagram: @sebajamal

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ianni Versace’s Signature, the newest addition to the House’s codes. Gianni Versace’s handwriting is placed on an assortment of clothing and accessories. Add a signature touch to your look with the newest logo accent.

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KEEPING UP WITH TRENDS: HISTORICAL EVENTS THAT REDEFINED THE FACE OF FASHION

n a world surrounded by the coronavirus and trends predicting what comes next, let’s take a look at all the major historical events that changed the face of fashion as we know it today.

It’s a known phenomenon that fashion is greatly influenced by history, pop culture, celebrities, musicians, aristocrats, movies, shows, books, and the likes. From corsets to bell-bottoms, the length of the skirt to size of the heels, everything that we see today has a tinge of history associated with it.

The onset of Corsets: With narrowed waistlines and hourglass figures trending throughout the middle ages, corsets did more damage to the female body than add beauty. But as the French Revolution came to an end, traditional corsets faded and shapewear became more popular until very recently, they made a comeback on the runway.

Genes of Jeans: Jeans and overalls were used by workers or miners because of the durability of fabric and pockets to store tools until Levi Strauss in 1871 commercialized it and as of today literally every person owns a pair of jeans!

World War I: As men went to war and women moved out of homes to work, comfort became a priority and long skirts moved out to make way trousers for workplace, with Coco Chanel being the revolutionary designer who borrowed her boyfriend’s suits and wore sailor pants as she began designing trousers for women.

The Great Depression: As hemlines grew higher, the market fell lower, with the stock market crash in 1929.

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conservative, but with Hollywood being idolized sparkle, velvet, fur, and everything luxury was in demand.

World War II: With the onset of the second world war, everything lost its luster, materials became rare and even illegal, and clothes were being made from whatever materials were found at home. Darker colors and fewer prints were seen.

Prêt-à-porter: The French term for ‘ready-to-wear’ set in as everything became made to order. This reinvented the way people consumed fashion as standard sizes were invented and fashion for the masses became a thing.

Minis and more: As the feminist movements grew more popular, mini skirts became a symbol and icon of women’s freedom and rights. Followed by hipster trends where bright colors and prints were all around, followed by hiphop styles that were revolutionized by Dapper Dan. Street Savvy: The new decade of the 21st century began with street style. The more ‘real’ and basic style of the public began catching people’s eyes than just the Avant-Garde shimmery celebrity styles.

Plus Size Movement: As the Wall Street crashed and numbers on the stock market dived deeper, plus size fashion rose its voice with limited retailers and e-tailers representing them. This trend still continues, more evidently with collective responsibility by brands on and off the runway. Hashtags like ‘#effyourbeautystandards’ and ‘#celebratemysize’ gained popularity on social media while more plus-sized models walked on the runway.

Sustainability and Minimalism: Amidst global warming and climate change concerns, people became more

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conscious of what they consumed and brands shifted to greener value chains. Minimalistic style and athleisure came into fashion with ‘less is more’ and being fit ideology on people’s minds, as opposed to extravagance in the past.

Blogger Bandwagon: With the surge in usage of social media, bloggers and influencers became, and still are fashion icons. With millions of followers on social media and followers resonating with their style, this trend is for sure to stay.

Quarantimes: The onset of the Coronavirus Pandemic led locked the entire world down. People are inside their homes, masks, gloves, and sanitizers have become essentials and maybe even fashion. As stores close, brands have shifted online and welcomed digitalisation to keep themselves going.

History is evidence that the world has time and again faced a difficult situation. As humans we have gone through so much with the motive to ‘Improvise, Overcome and Adapt.’ More so to take advantage of that as an opportunity to learn and make way for newer and better things. And as for the current pandemic, we will emerge from it as more conscious, awakened, and more skilled people, because fashion changes but style remain eternal.

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ore than mere meteorolog ical phenomena, the powerful symbolism and colorful explosion of rainbows have inspired Louis Vuitton to share a message of optimism and joy.

In 1925, Gaston-Louis Vuitton wrote, “Let’s turn the street into a cheerful space.” Today, Louis Vuitton’s tradition of creative store windows endures as a perpetual invitation for the spirit to travel. As select stores begin to reopen around the world, hand-drawn rainbows serve as welcoming beacons of hope during these turbulent times.

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THE NEW STATUS SYMBOL: HEALTH & WELLNESS

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hen everything is uncertain, everything that is important becomes clear. In 2020, the answer is clear: being well is a prerequisite to doing well. Ownership does not equate to success in the minds of the new luxury clientele anymore, because the ultimate aspirational product today is self-improvement.

Spanning across sectors like beauty, fitness, travel & fashion, is one of the world’s fastest-growing market segments, the new megatrend that is growing exponentially: the wellness industry. In this article, we will dive into how the principles of luxury are changing the focus to self-transformation & wellness. According to the Global Wellness Institute, the health & wellness market reached $4.2 trillion in 2018, which signifies the remarkable growth of health-conscious spenders around the world. Data by Statista suggests that during that same time, the market size of Personal care, beauty, and anti-aging was a whopping $1,082.9 billion with athleisure fashion and wellness tourism industries are expected to grow at an annual growth rate of 6.5 percent. One of the driving forces behind this disruptive growth is Millennials, the changing appetites of this generation have skewed away from material goods to experiential and transformative goods and services.

From sustainable smart homes to conscious beauty, sustainability, and healthier lifestyle choices, the millennial generation is causing a seismic shift across all industries. A ColdwellBanker report shows how millennials have seen a boost in both buying power and population. In fact, by 2030, research estimates that millennials will hold five times as much wealth as they have

today, giving them significant power in shaping future luxury trends. Driven by these Millennials, along with social media and online DTC retail, wellness brands are seeing unprecedented growth in their respective industries, as High Net-Worth Individuals and Ultra High Net-Worth Individuals across the world are willing to pay a premium for perceived wellness solutions.

Daniel Langer from Jing Daily, provides data-driven insights from China, where COVID-19 is gradually getting better. The article shares an important message on how health and wellbeing is already a megatrend in China that touches all aspects of life, from mental wellbeing to organic cosmetics and nutrition. Consumers are placing more value on a holistic approach rather than a hedonistic one.

In a series on the future of wellness in luxury, Florine Eppe Beauloye and Samantha Woodworth from Luxe Digital, write about the deep desire for health and wellness that is radically reshaping what luxury brands need to offer to their consumers and how they communicate the value of their goods and service. Advancements in medicine, healthier lifestyle choices, and health trackers are profoundly rebuilding luxury and redefining consumers’ expectations from brands and businesses everywhere. Companies will now have to prepare safety measures for store re-openings and provide positive reactions through fostering the power of community and loyalty programs. With experiential retail offerings replacing traditional formats, it’s clear that health has now become the new wealth.

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YO U M OVE , IT M OVE S WITH YO U The multi-tasking, Ultimate Go Pillow Kit is designed to move effortlessly with you anywhere you travel, and support you when you’re still.

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Clé de Peau Beauté believes that the key to a better world lies in unlocking the potential and innate intelligence of girls–and education is the first step to prepare them for success.

The partnership will support UNICEF’s work in Bangladesh, Kyrgyzstan and Niger, among other countries and regions, to promote education in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) – areas which are traditionally stifled because of stereotypes and gender norms towards girls.

Girls will also learn skills such as self-confidence, teamwork, and decision-making as well as have access to mentorships so that they can successfully transition to the workforce.

The initiative is valid from May to October 2020.

Please check with your local department stores and retailers for exact dates in your country.

MESSAGE FROM FELICITY JONES, GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR Clé de Peau Beauté is proud to partner with UNICEF to ensure that more girls globally have access to education and skills. You can also help spread radiance.

A portion of The Serum purchase will be donated to UNICEF to support the education and empowerment of girls around the world. Unlock the power of girls–and release the key to a better world. #UnlockThePower #KeyToABetterWorld

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SERENIA RESIDENCES THE PALM DUBAI

Selling and renting now, contact the developer.

Dubai’s Most Exclusive Beachfront Residences

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OLIVARA RESIDENCES & PARK DUBAI

Studios, 1 bedroom, 2 bedrooms renting now.

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“This Is The Beginning Of a Beautiful Life”

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Kay & Burton Concierge will help take care of you and your property.

It’s what we do.

Whether you require a stylist, single tradesperson, removalists, wine cellar advice and/or a renovation project managed, Kay & Burton Concierge will help take care of it at no additional cost. You do not need to be an existing Kay & Burton client to access Concierge nor is there any obligation to engage with our recommended partners.

Our Preferred Partner services include, but are not limited to: Arborist & Tree Services Art Consultancy Carpet Cleaning Cleaning (including one-off vacate cleans) Conveyancing Downsizing Flooring (Natural Sisal) Garden Maintenance Home Lending Solutions Insurance Services Interior Design & Architecture Landscape Gardening

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Equipped with cutting-edge technology and an array of exclusive cooking modes, this unique and elegant oven enable users to harness the wealth of culinary excellence that is synonymous with the De Dietrich name.

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SIMON JOHNSON’S 5-STAR CULINARY EXPERIENCE AT YOUR DOORSTEP As purveyors of fine food, foie gras, caviar, artisanal condiments & farmhouse cheeses, we have been pioneers of the fine food industry in Australia for the past 30 years. We have been proudly supplying the highest quality produce to some of the best restaurants in the country. Sadly, the coronavirus crisis has strongly affected the hospitality and the food industry around the globe, including us, our suppliers and customers, forcing all of us to face the new reality. Thanks to the determination and creativity of our teams, as well as our close relationships with our suppliers and customers, we have boldly set foot into the ‘new normal’.

We are now offering our premium quality products together with delicious recipes and tasting notes, delivered directly to your doorstep. Bringing the 5-Star dining experience into your home! In addition to our regular selection, we are delighted to offer several different hampers for a variety of occasions including Cheese & Treats Baskets, Meal Kits, as well as several different caviar hampers.

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For those looking for guidance from our food experts, we are excited to announce that we have created online experiences including Caviar and Champagne Masterclasses collaborating with Moet Hennessy Australia to bring the ultimate indulgence to your table.

Here at Simon Johnson, we have increased communication with our producers in Australia and all over the world to ensure that we all stick together during this crisis and keep our relationships strong.

To support our suppliers as well as our customers, we have created a space to improve the flow of our gourmet food chain – The Simon Johnson Warehouse Clearance Store – which is a wonderland of cheese, caviar, condiments and pantry staples.

Our innovative projects have not only been keeping us strong and focused, they have also enabled us to manage our operations in sustainable ways. In these uncertain times, we are very happy to share that we have been able to donate our produce to charities and organisations feeding the front line workers.

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alique and The Macallan launched The Golden Age of Travel series in 2015. It revives the glory years of the 1930s – the first era of international travel by road, rail, sea and, in particular, air. The fifth and final limited-edition Lalique decanter contains a rare single malt from The Macallan, distilled in 1940 and bottled for the first time in 1975. In 2019 it was transferred into 50 exclusive Lalique crystal decanters which portray one of the historic flying machines – the majestic airship.

Fully embracing the spirit of The Golden Age of Travel, the flat shape of the decanter is reminiscent of a hip flask, still a “good friend” to have with you on a journey today. The wind rose design on the stopper recalls a compass, the instrument that for centuries has given guidance to travellers on land, on the seas and in the air.

tures on the palate with elements of opulent dark chocolate and orange, with just a hint of sweet ginger. The finish is long and lingering, like the memories of the passengers that travelled during this era, reliving the experience in all its glory.”

The decanter will have a recommended retail price of $50,000 and will be available from early 2020. Forty-eight decanters will be sold worldwide, with two others set aside for storage in the archives at The Macallan and Lalique. The unique limitededition decanter is exclusive to Global Travel Retail and The Macallan Boutiques located in selected airports around the world.

For further information visit www.themacallan.com

Each limited-edition decanter in the series is encased within a beautiful premium leather presentation box created by leather masters Piñavall in Ubrique, Spain. Piñavall is renowned for their work with some of the world’s leading fashion brands. In keeping with the The Golden Age of Travel idea, the box consciously evokes design elements of classic 1930’s travel trunks.

Among the few people to have tasted this high-percentage elixir is Polly Logan, Whisky Maker at The Macallan. Her response is enthusiastic: “The Macallan 1940 is an exceptional liquid that is a testament to The Golden Age of Travel, and the period of glamour and style it represents.

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Have you been missing Novikov Restaurant & Bar’s amazing Asian and Italian creations over the last few weeks? Well if so, put 15th June in your diary. From that date the Mayfair favourite will be open for the collection and delivery of some of its best-loved dishes.

The Novikov 2 Go menu will allow you to feast on such celebrated Asian Restaurant signatures as Scallop & Truffle New Style Sashimi; King Crab Leg Gratinated with Wasabi Cream and Miso Black Cod. Meanwhile from the Italian Restaurant comes delicacies like Burrata with Sicilian Datterino Tomatoes; Salmon Tartare with Yoghurt Dressing, Pomegranate & Quail Eggs and Seabass with Spinach & Crudaiola Sauce. Fancy something a little simpler?

Then how about a burger or a pizza, still imbued with that inimitable Novikov touch?

To further bring the spirit of Mayfair into your home will be a concise but well-chosen list of champagne, prosecco, red, white & rosĂŠ wine and sake.

You can collect from the restaurant free of charge and Novikov will offer complimentary delivery to homes and businesses in the immediate area.

Private jet orders can also be delivered direct to the runway.

For these and long-distance deliveries, customers will need to email reservations@novikovrestaurant.co.uk or call 020 7399 4330.

For more information take a look at Novikov’s website and social media channels.

Novikov Restaurant & Bar, 50A Berkeley Street, London, W1 www.novikovrestaurant.co.uk @novikovrestaurant www.facebook.com/novikovlondon

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A Penny for your Thoughts NOW MORE THAN EVER, LUXURY MUST RUN AWAY FROM TRADITIONAL MARKETING

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To overcome this crisis, Luxury only depends on itself.

As the COVID-19 pandemic changed lives, livelihoods, and businesses upsidedown, uncertainty is running high on the luxury industry. The lockdown and economic freeze stroke hard in many sectors, such as hospitality, gastronomy, and fashion. Sales dropped sharply and many businesses are wondering if they will be able to ever come back after the pandemic is gone. Luxury leaders are already thinking ahead, trying to understand which strategies need to be implemented from now on, to secure business. And while many are wondering how different consumer behavior will be in the future and how business should position itself, brands who have stayed loyal to the core principles of luxury are the ones at the pole-position to exit this crisis stronger than before.

“Forget about positioning, luxury is not comparative.”

Jean-Noel Kapferer, on his extraordinary book Luxury Strategy, perfectly describes why traditional marketing tools can be harmful to luxury. The former is what we see classic brands applying to create a preference over other brands, depending on the market context, competitors, and consumers’ expectations.

On the other hand, what really counts to luxury is not the comparison to other brands, but its capacity to be unique. Even in this critical period, luxury brands must maintain their statement of who I am rather than I am depending on. In fashion, what made Christian Louboutin‘s image was its red-bottomed shoes, the integrity of the designer’s vision, the craftsmanship, the sense of fashion-icon symbol; it wasn’t its comparison with any other shoe designer. It is the same timelessness authenticity of Dior and Chanel – an identity that is “not divisible, it is not negotiable – it simply is”.

There are no signs that the will for consumers to buy luxury products has decreased. On the contrary, if a business has the capacity to create an emotional – and sometimes obsessive – link between the consumer and the brand’s identity, sales will continue to be in temporal as Hermès proved by selling 2.5 million dollars of goods on the first day of re-opening after lockdown. That principle of obsessive connection is also

the main reason why luxury brands will never be able to keep themselves exclusively on-line. People will always have the need for the human-led and in-person experience, especially now that human contact is itself a luxury good. And with new sanitary rules stating that shopping in a physical store can be made only by appointment or with a limit of people inside a store, it will only force some brands to provide more private, personalized, and unique experiences to consumers.

The same principles apply to the luxury hospitality industry. Now that most brands have been questioning themselves on how they will adapt to this new idea of social distancing and safety, some properties, like the Hotel Esencia in Mexico, or Le Bijou in Switzerland, have shown that the increase on demand for highsafe, private and exclusive places is the best thing that could have to happen to business; and that hotels and restaurants must now be thinking on how to become more superlative rather than only comparable – because that is what luxury is all about. Le Bijou facilities provide stays which include nurse around the clock or COVID-19 testing, along with guest in- control of private dining or home office tools. Hotel Esencia maintained their exclusive services while improving their sense of safety by reinforcing their cleaning procedures and providing self-protective equipment to their employees to be used on service. Despite the bunch of criticism for staying open, these hotels – like others – preferred to be faithful to an identity (and to their consumers) rather than to be worried about what others were doing. And they are being successful.

Those are just a few out of many examples on how to understand that, at times of social change, brands should not fall in the flaws of traditional marketing as the answer to fit in. Luxury brands should not think about fitting in, because they don’t have to. Even if there are restrictions, norms or attempts to impose any kind of limitations, those must always be seen as opportunities to go beyond everything else, because the same principle that drove luxury since the beginning of history, was the same from a couple of months ago and will still be the same today: “Luxury is above all social dynamics.”

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PRIVATE JETS TAKE OFF SAFELY DURING CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC

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ll airlines have cut flights for the foreseeable future during the Coronavirus crisis. If you want to go back home or you have a very important business to attend to, hiring a private jet is one of the best ways to do.

The wealthy people are beginning to take off to the skies again. Therefore, the private jet sector is the only one that wasn’t heavily affected in the travel industry by the current crisis and this field was bound to bounce back faster than commercial airlines.

Private Jet companies are doing their best to provide their customers with the latest information on traveling restrictions during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

According to Alain Leboursier, Director of Sales at Luna Jets, there’s been an “impressive increase” in bookings and enquiries from passengers in recent weeks, correlating with heightened concerns surrounding COVID-19. In February, about 15% of overall requests were related to coronavirus, Leboursier says. That’s now doubled to 30%.

As a frequent traveler and from a health and safety perspective, I want to avoid crowded airports and planes.

Thankfully, private jet companies offer a number of benefits more than commercial flights do. One of the priceless benefits is the exclusivity of your flight. When you book a private jet flight, you have the power to control how many flight companions you want to take with you.

In addition, private jets fly from private or VIP terminals. Hence, you do not get exposed to an overcrowded commercial airport lounge. And therefore, you can go through security procedures faster, without having to wait in long exhausting queues.

Private jet travel has always been a way to enjoy the luxuries of life. However, due to the uncertain and risky health crisis globally, it has now become a safe and essential option for travelers.

In conclusion, private jet travel is time-saving, convenient, flexible, luxury serviced, it reduces risk and stress.

If you have the financial means, why will you take the risk of traveling commercial? Fly private!

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LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE WITH AURORA ELECTRIFY YOUR MUSIC AND IMMERSE YOURSELF IN SOUND WITH IFI’S ALL-IN-ONE MUSIC SYSTEM

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outhport, England – iFi’s new wireless music system, the Aurora, brings together a unique collection of proprietary technologies to deliver a sonic experience unlike any other table- top, all-inone system.

Clad in bamboo and elevated by a distinctive aluminium frame, the Aurora’s design is striking. The aesthetic was created by French product designer Julien Haziza, inspired by the architecture in Tokyo’s Omotesandō and Harajuku districts. Six drive units nestle behind the bamboo fins that curve around the Aurora’s sides, with a further two bass radiators underneath. The system’s control panel sits front and centre, with touch-sensitive controls and an OLED display inlaid with bamboo.

The Aurora’s name is inspired by its sound. It delivers a remarkably expansive soundstage, tailored to the space in which it sits. It fills the room with sound as the Aurora Borealis fills the sky with light, electrifying your music and immersing you in the performance of your favourite artists.

Well connected The Aurora connects to a home WiFi network, enabling users to stream

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music via their favourite apps, or play audio files stored on networked devices such as computers and NAS drives. Bluetooth is also included, so that users may stream directly from any smart device.

The Aurora is hi-res audio enabled, supporting data up to 32-bit/192kHz without conversion or down-sampling via Wi-Fi, USB or Ethernet cable. Bluetooth streaming also delivers much better sound quality than is typically the case,

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engineered by iFi to be less ‘lossy’ than off-the-shelf Bluetooth solutions.

All the latest 24-bit-capable Bluetooth audio formats are supported, including Qualcomm’s aptX Adaptive and aptX HD, Sony’s LDAC and Huawei’s HWA. Other codecs covered include regular aptX and aptX Low Latency, AAC (the favoured format of Apple iOS devices) and SBC (the ‘plain vanilla’ Bluetooth codec).

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network couldn’t be simpler, with push-but-

ton WPS set-up. Linkplay’s MUZO Player app – or any UPnP/DLNA streaming app – may be used to configure the system and control music. AirPlay and Spotify Connect are also supported.

Several Auroras may be linked together on a Wi-Fi network to make a seamless multi-room system, playing in-sync or controlled individually. Whether streaming music from services such as Spotify or Tidal, or surfing the thousands of internet radio stations available from an app such as TuneIn, the Aurora has your digital audio lifestyle covered.

Music amplified by PureEmotion At the Aurora’s heart lies proprietary amp technology that iFi calls ‘PureEmotion’ – a hybrid circuit design comprising several key stages. The first of these – the preamp stage – incorporates a Russian 6N3P valve (visible through a window next to the OLED display). This takes the analogue audio signal delivered by the Aurora’s DAC (Digital-to-Analogue Converter) circuitry – based around a chip from ESS Technology’s renowned 32-bit Sabre DAC family – and adds gain in preparation for further amplification, imbuing the sound with pure tonality, open imaging and natural fluidity.

The resulting low-level signal then passes to the power amp stage – iFi’s ‘current multiplier circuit’. This is a highly efficient switching pow-

er amplifier, a description it has in common with Class D amplification – but there the similarity ends.

Class D amp modules are often used in audio products because they are energy efficient and able to generate relatively high current from a small device. However, in terms of sound quality, typical ‘off-the shelf’ Class D amps leave a lot to be desired, not least because switching occurs at varying frequencies which may be within the audible range – the higher the power level, the lower the switching frequency. iFi’s current multiplier circuit is entirely different because the switching frequency is fixed at an ultra-high level – around 1.5MHz, far beyond the audible frequency spectrum. This results in a high level of efficiency, multiplying the current supplied by the valve several thousand-fold, whilst maintaining far greater linearity and lower noise than typical switching amplifiers.

Coupled to this is a low-pass circuit and a feedback loop, the latter ensuring the output frequency is ideal for the load, and everything is ‘clock-locked’ via iFi’s GMT (Global Master Timing) circuit to ensure unerring precision.

This ingenious fusion of amp technologies enables a sound that combines purity of tone with a high level of engagement, speed and dynamic gusto, ensuring the emotive quality of music is delivered in full effect.

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STARFLEET EXPLORER MB&F + L’EPEE 1839

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ix years after the launch of the Starfleet Machine, the first clock co-created by MB&F and L’Epée 1839, a new expedition is underway. The space station returns in 2020, in a more compact size and enhanced with bright colours, accompanied by a fleet of three small spacecraft exploring the universe; it rightfully bears the name of Starfleet Explorer.

Designed by MB&F, the Starfleet Explorer is an intergalactic spaceship-cum-table clock crafted by L’Epée 1839, the last remaining Swiss manufacture specialised in high-end table clocks. Not only does it display the hours and minutes, it also features an animation in which three spacecraft perform a five-minute orbit of the station. The highly visible, superlatively finished in-house movement boasts an exceptional eight-day power reserve. The mechanism can be manually wound using a double-ended key serving to wind the movement as well as to set the time.

Hours and minutes are indicated by means of two discs, along with an aperture and a brightly-coloured hand. More specifically, the minutes on a revolving radar dish are read off when they appear through the centre of a fixed metal aperture, satin-brushed by hand and anodised, that follows the dome’s curved contours.

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The hours disc placed just below remains motionless. An hour hand – likewise satin-brushed and anodised – indicates the hour by spinning in its place and performing a complete turn around the disc in 12 hours.

Starfleet Explorer also features a significantly original new element in the form of three tiny spacecraft, lined up along the same axis at regular intervals and placed inside the actual Starfleet movement, the heart of the mechanism, around which they revolve at a rate of one full turn every five minutes: a space exploration guided by the mothership.

The Starfleet Explorer’s movement is placed horizontally, but its escapement is vertically positioned.

The impeccably finished stainless stain or palladium-treated brass components (with the exception of the 11 jewels) are designed and manufactured in the L’Epee 1839 Swiss atelier. The gears and mainspring barrel are on full display thanks to the skeletonised mainplate and concentric C-shaped external structure. The Starfleet Explorer can rest on both ends of its vertical landing gear; a useful feature when turning it over to wind the mainspring and set the time.

It can also be leant sideways so as to offer a different view of the intergalactic horological station.

Tech Trends Starfleet Explorer is launched as three limited editions of 99 pieces each in blue, green and red.

Table clocks – (extremely) large watches The Starfleet Explorer is a table clock, featuring essentially the same mechanisms as a wristwatch, only larger: gear train, mainspring barrel, balance wheel, escape wheel and pallet-lever. L’Epée 1839’s regulator also features an Incabloc shock protection system, something generally only seen in wristwatches, which minimises the risk of damage when the clock is being transported.

One might be tempted to think that the more substantial size of the components simplifies work. Larger components, however, make finely finishing the movement much more difficult to handle than finishing a wristwatch, because of the bigger surface areas.

Arnaud Nicolas, CEO L’Epée 1839 explains: “It’s not just a case of double the size of the components, it’s

Starfleet Explorer: Technical Specifications Starfleet Explorer is launched as three limited editions of 99 pieces each in blue, green and red.

Display Minutes: indicated by a fixed curved aperture on the mobile upper dome, performing a complete rotation every 60 minutes.

Hours: indicated by a mobile hand, performing a complete rotation every 12 hours on a fixed disc.

The minutes aperture and the hour hand are satin-brushed and anodised, in blue, green or red.

The hour dome and the minutes disc are satin-brushed and feature MB&F’s signature numerals.

Main structure Height: approx. 11cm

double the time it takes to finish them. The complexity increases exponentially. For polishing you need to apply the same pressure as you would finishing a watch movement, but on a bigger surface, and that’s more challenging. It’s thanks to the experience and dexterity of our clockmakers that the Starfleet Explorer can feature such superlative fine-finishing.”

Form follows function The details of the polished movement can be fully appreciated by the naked eye, thanks in large part to the Starfleet Explorer’s extremely open concentric C-shaped external structure, to which the mainplate is attached.

The outermost C-shape features three vertical arcs on which the clock rests. These graceful supports play a role in the design of the model, but also have a very practical application: to enable the Starfleet Explorer to be placed upside down for time-setting and rewinding using a special key.

Diameter: approx. 16.5cm Number of parts: 19 Materials: stainless steel for the main structure, hand-lacquered polymer for the three spacecraft.

Movement L’Epée 1839 in-house designed and manufactured movement Balance frequency: 18,000 vph / 2.5Hz One barrel, power reserve: eight days Number of parts: 95 Jewels: 11 Incabloc shock protection system Manual-winding: double-ended key to set time and wind the movement Mechanism and mainplate in palladium-treated brass

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BELMOND TAKES VIRTUAL TRAVELLERS TO ‘TOMORROW TIME’ WITH AUGMENTED REALITY

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elmond has unveiled an inventive new virtual travel experience as part of Tomorrow Time, its latest creative campaign. The multi-layered marketing initiative is an invitation to global audiences to look ahead to tomorrow and re-imagine the world of travel adventures that await.

Senior Vice President of Brand and Marketing, Arnaud Champenois, showcased Travel Dreams - the Augmented Reality (AR) filters designed for Instagram during the virtual global launch event last night. This is the first

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time a luxury travel brand has harnessed AR technology in this way, allowing followers to transport themselves in a virtual environment to one of Belmond’s 46 destinations.

Users of Instagram stories can now decide where their next travel trip will take them by putting their fate in the hands of the future. Belmond has co-developed a Travel Dreams filter that asks ‘‘Which Belmond destination are you dreaming of?’. The randomizer technology takes the user on a journey through each inspiring property be-

fore transporting them to their destined destination - whether that is sitting on the terrace overlooking Mount Etna at Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo, riding aboard the art-deco carriages of Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, or cooling off by the pool at Belmond Residence d’Angkor, Siem Reap.

The Instagram filter is downloadable directly from the ‘effects’ tab on Belmond’s Instagram account and can be used across all social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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A world of Art, Food and Wine Sculptureum has one of the most diverse collections of art on display in New Zealand. Designed to unlock the imagination, fuel creativity, and ignite the mind, more than 700 works are displayed throughout 6 art galleries and 3 extensive sculpture gardens.

Works by famous artists such as Picasso, Cezanne, Chagall and Rodin sit alongside an engaging mix of local and international art. The indoor galleries house the best collection of glass art in the Southern Hemisphere.

At the heart of Sculptureum is Rothko Restaurant, ranked one of Auckland’s Top 50 restaurants by Metro Magazine. Beyond the sculpture gardens is the vineyard that produces Sculptureum’s award-winning wines.

Voted on Tripadvisor as the No.2 “Best thing to do in Auckland”, visitor feedback has described Sculptureum as a “World Class attraction” less than an hour’s drive from the city.

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The The wealthy wealthy are are on on the the move, move, but but where where are are they they going, going, and andwhy? why?

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Global mobility is an issue of personal and professional freedom. Of being able to holiday where you want; take business meetings where you want, without lengthy visa delays and restrictions. Global mobility is an issue of keeping up when we live in increasingly globalised societies; not being able to move freely really can hold you back. For high-net-worth individuals, citizenship-by-investment offers global mobility that might not otherwise be available – along with genuine personal and professional benefits. Trade and investment: Restrictions in global mobility often also translate to restrictions in trade and investment, because they both stem from the same thing: global standing.

Countries that enjoy positive standing on the world stage also enjoy an abundance of global treaties and agreements, which grant citizens increased rights. Countries that are more internationally isolated enjoy fewer of these privileges, and citizens bear the burden. These privileges include freedom to travel easily, and also extend to trade. There can be huge disparity in the number of such agreements countries hold, and from which citizens benefit.

For example, the Democratic Republic of Congo is not the only country in Africa that holds no global goods and services regional trade agreements. Citizens from these countries would have no preferential rights on regional trading which would significantly impact business development. On the other hand, countries such as Canada, the US, China, and the UK enjoy around 40 regional trade agreements that empower easier trade for their citizens.

Investing in second citizenship can give access to preferential trade agreements and conditions that would be otherwise inaccessible. For wealthy businesspeople, this can deliver significant returns in terms of trade within new territories.

Tax relief: Another major reason high-net-worth individuals choose second citizenship is what the Knight Frank report calls the ‘ever-growing demand from the wealthy to move their money into safe havens’. Many wealthy individuals are realising second citizenship can pay for itself in tax relief. With a 0% corporate and income tax rates (along with many other favourable rates) offered by several countries around the world, particularly those in the Caribbean, the potential savings are clear.

Quality of life: Many second citizenship programmes are designed so you don’t have to live in (or in some cases ever travel to) the country to gain and maintain your new citizenship. While many investors see this as a real plus, many embrace the opportunity to relocate.

When money is no object, it makes sense that securing the best possible life for you and your family would be high on your agenda. And sometimes, that requires a new country, a new home and a new lifestyle. On average 32% of ultra high-net-worth individuals plan to buy a new home outside their country of residency in the next two years, reports the Knight Frank World Wealth Report 2019. The UK, US, France, Switzerland, and Spain are the five most popular locations for second homes, while lifestyle is the most important factor determining location choice.

For those with means, citizenship- or residency-by-investment can be the first step in building a new life somewhere you really want to be.

“The right to freedom of movement is a fundamental right preserved in the laws and constitutions of most countries, however we see evidence daily that this right is limited to the borders and visa restrictions of ones country of citizenship or lawful residence.”

John Hanafin Founder | CEO

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Which citizenship-by-investment programmes are most popular? Let’s look at the top 4 programmes that especially appeal to high-net-worth individuals’ main concerns: The US Immigrant Investor Program: When lifestyle is the most important factor determining location choice, it’s little surprise the US Immigrant Investor Visa is so popular. This EB-5 visa – otherwise known as a green card – allows you to secure permanent US residency for you and your family for an investment from USD 900,000.

As a US resident, you enjoy domestic access to US education – no small thing, given that 15 of the top 20 universities in 2019 are from the US. You benefit from world-class healthcare, and a unique culture of opportunity and liberty. For many investors, the US Immigrant Investor Program is a golden ticket to the American Dream, albeit not the friendliest country in the world from a tax perspective.

St. Kitts and Nevis: The Caribbean is the undeniable birthplace of second citizenship, and remains enduringly popular amongst high-net-worth individuals as a means of protecting their wealth. The most established of the many Caribbean programmes, St. Kitts and Nevis definitely deserves a mention. The St. Kitts and Nevis program is now 36 years old, and still offers fantastic benefits for global mobility and a laid-back island lifestyle, but the tax advantages are where the programme really comes into its own.

There is no personal income tax or capital gains tax, and companies that conduct business exclusively with non-residents are exempt from all income, capital gains and withholding taxes.

Portugal: The market leader in the golden visa market. Portugal allows investors from as little as Eur280k, to acquire Temporary Residency status, which allows access to all of the Schengen member states. After 5 years of Temporary Residence, the investor can apply for Portuguese Citizenship, and your real estate investment, should you have chosen that option, should have had double digit growth annually over this period of time. Mandatory residence requirement?

Yes, 7 days per year.

Vanuatu: The newest kid on the block. A Commonwealth archipelago nation, spread across 82 islands in the south Pacific Ocean, Vanuatu is a three hour flight from Sydney, and is Consistently rated as one of the “Happiest Countries on Earth”. Vanuatu’s location, people, pristine environment and natural beauty render this as truly one of the Planet’s last undiscovered “gems”.

Vanuatu’s citizenship by investment program is called the “Development Support Program” or DSP, and was launched on 01 January 2017. The Government of Vanuatu designed the DSP to both attract quality high net worth applicants – who might also become investors in Vanuatu, and also to directly raise funds in support of the further development of the country. As the newest citizenship by investment program in the world, it is also the fastest, by far, with Government pre-clearance for applicants taking as little as 10 days.

The entire process in Vanuatu can permit applicants to have a new passport in their hand, in less than 60 days. So if time is of the essence, this is the by far the best option, allowing visa free travel to over 130 countries, including Schengen and the UK. Costs for an individual start at USD$130k.

So what does the future hold for wealthy migration and second citizenship?

Contact the team at Huriya Private for more details on the many international investment programs available today.

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The Luxury Network New Zealand welcomes Skykiwi.

Skykiwi is the largest Chinese news and media agency in New Zealand. They connect with Chinese communities over websites, web forums and social media not only in NZ, but also in China.

The addition of Skykiwi further enhances the The Luxury Network WeChat offering which was launched in April 2020 giving our members access to a WeChat membership specifically targeted to the luxury Chinese consumer in NZ and China.

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TLN News THE LUXURY NETWORK NIGERIA LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO CELEBRATE COVID-19 HEROES

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he Luxury Network Nigeria in partnership with Business Day and Public Relations agency Robert Taylor Media, is launching a national campaign to celebrate Nigeria’s COVID Heroes. The campaign aims to recognise outstanding individuals and organizations that have gone above the call of duty, in the fight against COVID-19.

The COVID Heroes campaign will shine the spotlight on men and women who are making a significant direct contribution, or outstanding input in any field, to

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combat Covid-19. It will applaud extraordinary people in healthcare, education, hospitality, retail, plus tech innovators and others who are working tirelessly on the frontline or behind the scenes, and hopefully inspire others to contribute to even more robust and innovative COVID-response interventions.

The Covid-19 pandemic has had significant global health impacts as well as economic impacts, all around the world. Small and large-scale businesses alike, are facing major disruptions and every industry has been

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affected – the luxury industry is no exception. In a combined effort, numerous organisations, including global luxury corporations such as LVMH and Kering have increased efforts to contribute to combatting the pandemic.

The Luxury Network Nigeria is delighted to also be playing a role, and has appointed philanthropic brand ambassadors; Ocee and Ozee Mbadiwe, to spearhead our efforts to raise the profile of key COVID projects and individuals. Ocee and Ozee will be working with the TLN Nigeria team to drive a collaborative effort within and outside the luxury industry, both to help COVID Victims, while also celebrating COVID Heroes.

We invite nominations of ‘COVID Heroes’ from all industries and sectors. Nominations will be reviewed independently by a panel of experts, and selected heroes will be profiled in an exclusive interview with Business Day to boost awareness for their projects. The heroes

will also be invited to talk about their work and projects in an exclusive weekly Instagram Live series titled ‘Conversations with COVID Heroes’.

Another arm of the campaign titled COVID Heroes Stories will focus on curating behind-the-scenes footage and candid portraits of the heroes at work. A selection of these photographs will be featured in a post-COVID exhibition at our upcoming African Art event in Bvlgari Hotel, Knightsbridge London. The exhibition is being curated to lend a new perspective to the conversation about Nigeria, with a look at how the most populous city on the continent fought the Covid-19 crisis.

This campaign underpins our ethos of creating unique partnerships, for greater impact. We are delighted to use our platform to celebrate the efforts of inspirational Nigerians and are ready to make our small contribution to the fight against Covid-19.

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reaming of that annual ski trip to Aspen? Or were you meant to be sipping wine on the Amalfi Coast in July? Watching the waves crash in Uluwatu Bali? Or indulging in a sun drenched vacay on the French Riviera…

Good News – New Zealand offers all of that and more!

Let Touch of Spice whisk you away to the ‘Hamptons’ of New Zealand – Waiheke Island, where beach side accommodation, wineries and dining out go hand in hand – or perhaps their ‘Italian inspired’ vineyards and cycle trails of the stunning Hawkes Bay with a stay at the world renowned Cape Kidnappers. Looking for that perfect dose of vitamin ‘ski’? Head down to the ‘Aspen’ of New Zealand, Queenstown, where the day life is just as exciting as the nightlife.

Experience Luxury Like Never Before Take advantage of the amazing specials deals on offer in some of the most exquisite Luxury Lodges and Private Villas in New Zealand. Whether it’s a stay at the newest luxury lodge The Lindis Lodge, an escape to Helena Bay Lodge in the winterless north, or a trip into the wild at Fiordland Lodge, now is your chance to go to the places you’ve always dreamed!

Thinking of something more exclusive? Escape the cabin fever with a stay in a luxurious home away from home in one of their Private Villa Collection or Residence Collection properties, where freedom, space and privacy are all in equal measure. Whether it’s spoiling the family, your other half or simply just a treat to yourself, now is your chance to experience some of New Zealand’s top Luxury Lodges and Private Villas – and save whilst you do it!

very own doorstep – it’s time to get excited about getting back out there and seeing what all their international travellers have been ranting and raving about for years!

Go off the beaten track and discover the hidden gems that only most will get to dream of in 2020. Luckily, their Travel Designers always have their finger on the pulse of the hottest and newest destinations and experiences in New Zealand and are ready and waiting to show you New Zealand like never before. Need some more inspiration? Check out the first in their Discover New Zealand Series – a collection of inspirational itineraries and exclusive experiences, to spark your imagination and get you pondering about wandering around New Zealand in 2020.

The beauty of New Zealand is that it really does have it all – along with the kiwis who know how to serve it up in a truly epic style! Get in touch with their Travel Designers today and let’s get back to looking to the future. #discovernewzealand Contact Information: Email: info@touchofspice.co.nz Phone: New Zealand: 0800 100 444 OR International: +64 (0) 3 450 0855

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2021 HELISKIING WITH LAST FRONTIER 2020 marked Last Frontier’s 25th heliski season and until the early close on March 18th, it was one for the record books. Over 660cm of snow fell in just 11 weeks of operation. Week after week, the words “Wicked” and “Awesome” came to define the skiing quality at Bell 2 Lodge and Ripley Creek. Last Frontier would like to extend a huge thanks to everyone that visited this winter.

Conditions Recap March 2020 Heliski Report: The snowmageddon continued in the first week of March with 100cm of the fresh POW. Breaks in the weather allowed us to experience awesome conditions both up high in the Alpine and down low in the trees. As they moved into the middle of the month, conditions got even better. Huge bluebird days on big mountain terrain and epic snow made for some of the best conditions they’ve ever had.

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Clear skies and well-preserved powder paved the way for some huge days exploring the distant reaches of our tenure in the final week before early shut-down.

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WELL-BEING: THE NEW LUXURY

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n my role as the Editor in Chief of The Luxury Network Magazine, I am privileged enough to be on a constant journey of discovering amazing locations and live unique experiences, to share with our readers and people around me.

In the latest news, after the spread and impact of COVID-19, a sector is emerging and creating a big hype around well-being, as consumers are focusing more on the value of health and wellness, than on material objects. The definition of health and wellness is widely evolving. It is natural for such a sector to develop now so rapidly as today many of us are dedicating time to ourselves and to our own well-being. This has become a precious commodity, in other words, a true “luxury.”

Well-being is no longer defined as a health condition but has evolved into a more holistic state of being where one’s mental, physical, and emotional health are the priority.

This is a time where many expose their lives on social media by looking great, feeling good, and sleeping well – these are the new luxuries that consumers want to enjoy during and after the pandemic.

I have been fortunate enough to get invited to visit a number of exclusive health and well-being establishments around the world.

I discovered that over the years, their focus was to promote the development of cell therapy and research into vitality, enhancing the immune system, and slowing down the aging process. Most of the establishments were using special scientific approaches to wellness and bespoke treatments that look deeper into the genes that makeup each and every guest. These establishments or clinics usually provide their customers a number of tailored and bespoke programs that will attend to the consumer’s needs; whether it is weight loss, detoxing, dietary problems, or general well-being treatments performed by professional physicians.

Gym instructors, personal trainers, and yoga instructors, around the world are igniting our desire to stay fit during social isolation by offering online classes and many home workouts which help strengthen both mind and muscle. Eating clean, working out, and monitoring one’s health, has become a very important lifestyle for most people. The new generation is participating in fitness

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Six Senses brings luxury wellness to you

At Home With Six Senses offers a proactive way for people to care for themselves and the people they love

classes and activities that improve well-being; using products, devices, and mobile apps that aid sounding sleep, consuming organic and natural foods, taking health supplements, and following special diets.

The “farm-to-table” concept has exploded during this pandemic. It is now in-demand and the luxury consumers don’t mind paying a premium package to meet these values in order to be organically healthy. In addition, luxury consumers are showing an increasing appetite to participate in activities and are indulging in experiences that promote their well-being, and sharing those experiences with their family and friends.

Retailers are seeing a sales increase in the products and services that promise to improve the mind, body, and spirit because

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the luxury wellness industry isn’t just about working out, eating, or sleeping. It is also about other helpful factors such as taking health supplements, day and night creams, facial masks, fitness home equipment, and so much more.

According to the studies conducted by Euromonitor International: • 42% high income consumers follow an at-home fitness program • 40% high income consumers take measures to manage stress, anxiety and mental health • 473 billion USD global spent on health and wellness in 2019

• In-house experts and wellness gurus offer help to stay well in the lockdown • As travel bans and social distancing measures are imposed, the brand is offering a range of content that global communities can tap into remotely from their homes • Videos, tutorials, articles, and advice are offered to support their six pillars of health: mindfulness, eat sleep, move, live naturally and connect • The aim is to remain solution-oriented and support their customers’ resilience and physical and mental well-being Peloton offers virtual spinning at home

Dubbed “The Apple of Fitness” luxury fitness start-up Peloton offer high-tech home fitness equipment and online subscriptions

• Internet connectivity and streaming capabilities have led to the rise of at-home luxury fitness • Tech-enabled at-home fitness offers personalization, convenience, and access to first-class instructors • Consumers are increasingly turning to at-home workouts to maintain their fitness during the pandemic • Peloton members have access to unlimited classes for an initial fee

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of £6000 for the bike and treadmill plus a monthly membership fee • Despite plunges in global stock markets Peloton’s shares have been rising since the outbreak Luxury wellness in the safety of your own home

Luxury company Klafs at Guncast is seeing a rise in consumers wanting to transform their home into safe wellness sanctuaries

• The at-home luxury wellness sphere has been growing substantially • What was once reserved for the very best luxury hotels, destination spas and exclusive residential developments is now moving more into the home • Luxury hotels are also rolling out more personalised tools to help calm travellers, including in-room saunas and fully-functioning spas and wellbeing apps • This shift in consumer behaviour

is set to continue to accelerate on the back of the pandemic, with demand for at-home wellness already growing at a rapid pace As affluent consumers take wellness a top priority now, luxury businesses should follow through.

The concept of luxury wellness is taking center stage, follow your consumers, and their desires.

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Brands Directory ABT Sportsline GmbH abt-sportsline.de

Heesen Yachts heesenyachts.com

Rolls-Royce rolls-roycemotorcars.com

Alessa Jewelry alessa.jewelry

Heletranz heletranz.co.nz

Saxo Bank home.saxo

Ascots & Chapels ascotsandchapels.com

HeliSkiing lastfrontierheli.com

Sculptureum sculptureum.nz

Aurora media.ifi-audio.com

Huriya Private huriyaprivate.com

Seba Jamal sebajamal.com

Baravia Fashion baraviafashion.com

Hyouman Kind hyoumankind.co.nz

Simon Johnson simonjohnson.com

Bonham bonham.nz

Kay & Burton kayburton.com.au

Simone Jewels simonejewels.com

Bugatti bugatti.com

Kempinski Hotels kempinski.com

Singapore Yacht Show singaporeyachtshow.com

Canary Diamond thecanarydiamond.com

Kinnon kinnon.com.au

Sisko Chocolate siskochocolate.com

Cartier cartier.com

Kwanpen kwanpen.com

Skykiwi skykiwi.com

Champagne Pommery champagnepommery.com

Lake Hayes lakehayes.com

Sripanwa sripanwa.com

Cledepeau cledepeau-beaute.com

Lexus lexusqatar.com

Sun Siyam Resorts sunsiyam.com

Coast coastnz.co.nz

Lorinser sportservice.lorinser.com

Studio Italia studioitalia.co.nz

De Dietrich sg.dedietrich.com

Louis Vuitton louisvuitton.com

Tabbah tabbah.com

Dreamboule dreamboule.com

Luxhabitat luxhabitat.ae

Technogym technogym.com

ExecuJet execujet.com

Mbandf mbandf.com

Terzihan terzihan.com

Finstyle visionadvisory.sg

Melbourne Theatre Company mtc.com.au

The Macallan themacallan.com

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts fourseasons.com

Montazure montazure.com

Touch of Spice touchofspice.co.nz

Gaggenau gaggenau.com

Novikov novikovrestaurant.co.uk

Versace versace.com

Graff graff.com

Palma Holding palmaholding.com

VoltAero voltaero.aero

Greg Report gregreport.com

Porsche porsche.com

Voss Water vosswater.com

Gulfstream gulfstreamnews.com

Qatar Airways qatarairways.com

Yeprem yepremjewellery.com

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JUL - AUG 2020

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