Rose Bar
NEW YORK

-by Priscilla Monteiro

The bar, stocked with towering oak-leaf-shaped shelves as well as aged scotches and exotic liquors such as Cachaça and Pisco, was recently transformed to a utopian environment with an impressive, classical aura compliments of artist Julian Schnabel and owner Ian Schrager.  The decor is derivative of 18th century France with  walls dressed with 15 foot original Warhol and Basquiat paintings that I wish I had dressed on my walls at home. Nevertheless, on the rose- red- and-white tile floor decorated with tasseled, colored velvet chairs, expect to see the bar occupied with A-list celebs, fashionable  editors catching up with acquaintances or fellow friends just looking to have a good time along with Wall Street tycoons. I happened to run into rapper 50 Cent on my last visit and there wasn't a groupie in sight.

The scene is full of swank, romance, billiards, woodburning fireplaces, and is at one of NYC's hottest spots. Did we mention that you MUST have a pre - approved reservation in order for your access to be granted? 

Regarding the setting, bartenders serve muddlers and juicers as if performing for your royal highness concocting specialty drinks made of  Whiskey, Jagermeister, and Crown Royal into a delicious romantic blend guaranteed to have you lusting for your lover. Oops, did I say that!

Rose Bar is located in The Gramercy Park Hotel, another boutique property put together by Ian Schrager. The perpetually busy, candle-lit bar requires reservations after 10PM, which can be made via e-mail at (rosebar@gramercyparkhotel.com). 

For reservations, contact:

Gramercy Park Hotel 

2 Lexington Ave., New york, NY 10010

212-920-3300

http://www.gramercyparkhotel.com/bars.html

GOLD BAR

NYC

-by Kemol Taylor

For resevations, contact

Gold Bar

389 Broome St
New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 274-1568

Reviewed by Kemol Taylor

Corfu is one of Greece’s most popular islands and attracts every year thousands of visitors. It is the most northern island of the Ionian Group and lies at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea. It is the second largest island of the Ionian. It is a mountainous island with impressive landscapes, dense vegetation due to the many winter rainfalls, long golden sandy beaches, one of Greece’s prettiest towns, many traditional villages, Byzantine churches, several museums, impressive Venetian fortresses and some lively resorts spread all around the island. The island of Corfu was one of the first islands to open itself to tourism. One of the featured hotels in Corfu is Oceanis Rooms on Corfu Island Greece, Barbati.


OCEANIS Apartments are located at Barbati , a magic coast of the North-East Corfu Island in Greece. Built alongside the beach and on pantokrator mountain foot, in a spectacular natural environment combining the beauties of sea and mountain, it is surrounded from one side by the Ionian sea and from the other sides by long terraced stretches of olive trees.

Stoli Hotel 

NEW YORK CITY

-by Priscilla Monteiro

Stoli Hotel New York is the flagship location for the traveling entertainment space that was unveiled in Los Angeles last year. Boasting a cutting-edge design and a selection of luxury amenities to rival the most fashionable hotels, the 25,000 square-foot entertainment space promises to be the most desirable venue in the city during its week and a half stay.

Stoli Hotel was inspired by the Hotel Moskva, the iconic hotel depicted on Stoli’s label. The legendary property, which enjoyed its heyday during the 1930’s and 1940’s, was known as a hotbed of intellectual and artistic activity that attracted Russian nobility and Hollywood elite alike.

Inspired by the lavish and baroque grandeur of the czars and the bold, geometric industrial structures of early 20th century Russia, The Stoli Hotel creates a striking, modern, elegant balance that is both a nod to the brand’s history as well as a reflection of contemporary architectural design.

 
The Stoli Hotel, which has also visited Chicago and Miami, will incorporate individual design elements and events that have been customized to reflect the personality of each host city.

New York’s Stoli Hotel will host a series of fashion and music events inspired by the city’s diverse cultural offerings. 

Invited guests will be greeted by a concierge as they enter the hotel to visit the integrated spa or enjoy a cocktail at the hotel bar, which features bold, oversized structures reminiscent of the Hotel Moskva’s monumental design. A series of customized guest rooms inspired by Stoli’s flavor portfolio, will host a range of events. The elit Suite, which pays homage to Stoli’s ultra-luxury vodka, Stolichnaya elit®, will be open to VIPs only.

For more information visit www.stolihotel.com

Ski Dubai

DUBAI

-reviewed by Priscilla Monteiro 

 

You don’t have to worry about ski clothing or equipment either. Ski Dubai has thought of it all and offers guests the use of winter clothing, ski and snowboard equipment. Your skis will carry you down the slope, and our quad-chairlift and tow lift will promptly carry you back to the top for another run.

You will enjoy our themed restaurants; St Moritz Café at the entrance to Ski Dubai, and Avalanche Café at mid-station, with views of the slope. Our exclusive retail shop, Snow Pro, has expert staff to advise you on your equipment needs and our team of professional Snow School instructors will guide you through the simple, fun process of learning to ski or snowboard.

Musha Cay at Copperfield Bay

-by Kemol Taylor 

Exuma Cays, Bahamas

12Br, 13.5Ba, Beachfront, Pool

Escape to Paradise

Musha Cay Resort is the most luxurious private resort island in the world, with more than 150 acres of sparkling white sugar-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a beautiful, unspoiled tropical environment filled with exotic flowers, palm trees and abundant foliage. Sunshine is softened by gentle ocean breezes, while the nights shine with the light of a million stars. 

 

An Exclusive Invitation
Located in the pristine turquoise waters of the southern Bahamas, 85 miles southeast of Nassau in the "out-island" Exuma chain of islands, Musha Cay is the ultimate private island experience. Musha Cay’s sponsor guest and his invites have exclusive use of the island’s more than 150 acres, one group at a time, with a maximum of 24 guests to ensure the total private island experience. Guests may choose to stay in their own private 10,000-square-foot Manor House on the crest of a hill, or a thatched-roof Beach House far from sight and sound of another human being. Or they may select one of two Guest Villas with two bedrooms, private outdoor Jacuzzis and beaches or a five-bedroom Beachside Villa. All of this is supported by exceptional amenities, air conditioned throughout, and a professional, courteous and discrete staff to accommodate your every need

A Resort of Unparalleled Luxury
Musha Cay captures the romance and elegance of luxury island living of bygone eras. Distinguished English Colonial-style architecture blends subtly into the tropical environment, while expansive terraces " handcrafted of Mahogany " offer breathtaking panoramic views of the island and the turquoise sea. The Interior of each guest accommodation features beautiful West Indies-style design, with magnificent four-poster beds in each master bedroom. Exceptional Amenities complete the experience. Musha Cay’s activities center around "The Landings", the hub of our Island community, with a central dining room and bar, SAT T.V., lounge, meeting area and billiard room overlooking exceptionally beautiful water and spectacular sunsets.

Another World… Just Hours Away

 
Getting There

You can reach Musha Cay by flying to Nassau International Airport in the Bahamas and transferring to a chartered flight.

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David Burke & Donatella 

NEW YORK
-by Kemol Taylor

The latest culinary fusion is taking place between two personalities: Award-winning Executive Chef David Burke, whose reputation for wildly creative takes on American ingredients is unsurpassed, has teamed up with savvy young restaurateur Donatella Arpaia. The result is David Burke
and Donatella, serving provocative Modern American Cuisine in an elegantly refurbished Upper East Side space. The restaurant's design is inspired by the bold colors and lacquered surfaces on the 1930's, yet it has decidedly contemporary aesthetic. Upon entering David Burke & Donatella, guests will feel the glamour and sense of fun in the lounge with its sleek white gloss, stone bar and whimsical art installations. The volume of color and drama is turned up for the main event, the dining room, where a striking color palette of chocolate, vanilla and lipstick colors prevails.

David Burke and Donatella is located at

133 E 61st St btw Park & Lexington Ave

New York, NY 10021

 

RESERVATIONS

To make reservations by phone,

please call: (212) 813-2121

 

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The Island Shangri-La

Hong Kong
Reviewed by Kemol Taylor

The Island Shangri-La, a welcoming luxury retreat in the heart of the city, soars 56 floors above Hong Kong's most prestigious shopping, cultural and business addresses, with memorable views of the Peak and Victoria Harbour. 

The Island Shangri-La comprises 531 spacious and luxurious guest rooms and 34 expansive suites. Exquisitely appointed with Asian-accented European furnishings, all rooms and suites command magnificent views of the city, the Peak or Victoria Harbour.

 

Suites at the Shangri-La are spacious and among the most luxurious accommodations in Hong Kong, with special touches such as audio home theatre systems, private bar, dining area and living room.

Not to mention they have the number one resturant in Hong Kong in the hotel as well. Its called Restaurant Petrus. Perched high above the city with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour, Restaurant Petrus epitomises the highest standard of excellence in grand cuisine, and includes a wine cellar which features one of the most extensive wine lists in Asia.

The restaurant's Alsace and Burgundy rooms are available for intimate private parties. Awards "Best of Award of Excellence” (sixth consecutive year), Wine Spectator ("Asia’s Finest Restaurant”, West East Men magazine "Best Hotel Restaurant”, Readers' Choice poll, National Geographic Traveller, China.

 

Pacific Place
Supreme Court Road
Central, Hong Kong
T: (852) 2877 3838
F: (852) 2521 8742

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617 587-LASH

reviewed by Priscilla Monteiro 

Located in the very posh shopping district and Copley Square area of Boston,  LuxLash specializes in everything you require with regards to enhanced beauty. This full service specialty salon features their own line of beauty products, brow kits, false lashes with custom fitting stations along with quick manis/pedis and more. Although their primary focus is on lash extensions, they are extremely proficient in other services from tattooing, brow shaping , gels, stains and prosthetics to name a few. The atmosphere is nothing short of 5 star with sun drenched, bay  windows featuring freshly painted white walls decorated with vintage photos of Marilyn Monroe and Greta Garbo illustrating timeless beauty and flawless makeup from the 1940's followed by classical Sinatra sounds.

LuxLash developed a patent pending application method followed by every LuxLash trained technician, step by step, for the most consistently safe, healthy, beautiful and long lasting lash extensions. Since eye lash extensions have become an addendum to almost every woman's beauty needs, cancer patients who have suffered significant hair loss, are also getting involved.  With a staff of 5-10 pleasant professionals, its no wonder why luxLash is fastly becoming one of the nations leading salons for lash extensions and all things beauty!

You can buy their product line at Nordstrom stores nationwide and look forward to their store opening in Beverly Hills in the very near future.

For more information, visit www.luxlash.com

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