Australia

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
I Dream of Summer - Germán Nájera

I Dream of Summer

The summer season embraces us, which delights us with sunny mornings and heavy evening rains. Summer arrives serenely but with golden aces up its sleeve in terms of wardrobes.

Por Germán Nájera

 

TIME MACHINE
World of Watches - Ricardo Vázquez / Germán Nájera

World of Watches

The trend set by Baselworld in watch making are the diameters of the glass, sports watches and re-editions of classic styles adapted to larger sizes, as well as the marked return of pink gold.

Por Ricardo Vázquez / Germán Nájera

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Australia - Patrick Monney

Australia

Australia is an immense continent surrounded by seas that have etched a beautiful coast of extraordinary beaches, deep, unusual bays and surprising cliffs. The distances are huge and sailing along the length of its coast would be a challenging adventure in which we would face dangerous currents and threatening weather changes.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Kakadu National Park, Kingdom of Crocodiles - Patrick Monney

Kakadu National Park, Kingdom of Crocodiles

Kakadu, an exotic region made famous by the “Crocodile Dundee” movie, is a widespread area of swamps, called billabongs, and rivers located north of the continent and delimited by a cliff where we found Aboriginal paintings and impressive waterfalls. Camping is permitted in the park though we found many signs that said, “Watch out for crocodiles, swimming prohibited” and campsites must not be too close to the water.

Por Patrick Monney

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Atuona, Polinesia Francesa - Patrick Monney

Atuona, Polinesia Francesa

Atuona, Polinesia Francesa

Por Patrick Monney

 

Tánger, Marruecos - Patrick Monney

Tánger, Marruecos

Tánger, Marruecos

Por Patrick Monney

 

Saigón, Vietnam - Patrick Monney

Saigón, Vietnam

Saigón, Vietnam

Por Patrick Monney

 

Isla de Pascua, Chile - Patrick Monney

Isla de Pascua, Chile

Isla de Pascua, Chile

Por Patrick Monney

 

FLEET
Venere 75 - Irma Patiño P.

Venere 75

After a long wait for yacht lovers, Riva Yachts unveiled its new pride and joy: the Venere 75’. This high-performance yacht that can reach a maximum speed of 33 knots, with a cruising speed of 29 knots also includes a flybridge as an innovation.

Por Irma Patiño P.

 

Lazzara 110c - Viridiana Barahona

Lazzara 110c

The Lazzara 110c, with its sporty design, is distinguished by its luxury. Just looking at it gives us an idea of a maximum exponent of comfort and quality for the high seas.

Por Viridiana Barahona

 

Pershing 76 - Irma Patiño P.

Pershing 76

The Italian firm Pershing, belonging to Grupo Ferretti is characterized by offering products that ensure a unique, elegant and refined lifestyle. Proof of this lies in its Pershing 76 model, which meets the most demanding quality and comfort standards, which will make all your voyages completely pleasurable.

Por Irma Patiño P.

 

Sunsekker 94 - Viridiana Barahona

Sunsekker 94

The Sunseeker 94 is a work of art in all sense, from its spectacular fiber-glass hull to its fine and delicate interior details. The flybridge, despite not being independent is exquisite because its finishings contrast so perfectly that they denote the elegance this model deserves.

Por Viridiana Barahona

 

Sunreef 67 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Sunreef 67

Making a slight reference to the joining of the two worlds on the discovery of America, the SUNREEF 67 illustrates this concept by offering a twin hull of the most manageable and stable yachts -catamarans - with the advantage of avoiding the effort of depending on the capricious seas and winds because this Sunreef model comes from the motor yacht production line.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

SPECIAL REPORT
Playa Mujeres Resort - AMURA

Playa Mujeres Resort

Playa Mujeres, the detonator of high-end tourism development in the Mexican Caribbean, inaugurated the first of two golf courses located in this spectacular, luxurious complex, on May 31.

Por AMURA

 

SAILS
National J24 Championship - Manuel Villareal

National J24 Championship

The National J24 Class Championship was held from March 29 to April 1, 2006 at the Coporito Marina in Valle de Bravo. 

Por Manuel Villareal

 

OUTBOARD
Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney - Patrick Monney

Four Seasons Hotel, Sydney

From its windows we admired beautiful Sydney Harbour, the Opera and the metallic bridge, two symbols of the city. As always, the Four Seasons knows how to provide excellent service and personalized attention. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

Sofitel Wentworth - Patrick Monney

Sofitel Wentworth

In the heart of Sydney’s financial center, a step away from the Opera and the ferry docks, the Sofitel Wentworth invents luxury with a minimalist style, creating a young, elegant place. The warmth of its spaces, the elegance of its décor and   the perfection of its attention make it one of Sydney’s coziest hotels. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

The Windsor Oberoi - Patrick Monney

The Windsor Oberoi

Built in 1883 and marvelously restored by the Oberoi group, the Windsor is a national monument, a Melbourne emblem that brings to mind its Victorian past. Its salons preserve an air of times gone by, its restoration treasures the elegance of other eras and the walls vibrate with the history of its moments of splendor and crisis.

Por Patrick Monney

 

SPECIES
Orca - Óscar S. Frey

Orca

The most impressive encounter that I have experienced with a marine creature, with a killer whale in fact was when I saw it swallow a turtle in one mouthful. Generally, to us humans, the way in which this great mammal hunts it prey and feeds seems savage, so much so, it has earned the name “killer whale”.

Por Óscar S. Frey

 

TOYS COLLECTION
Special Exotics - Nahum Rabchinskey

Special Exotics

What we have here are three very different cars but with characteristics that make them comparable due to the fact that their ancestry lies in brands of great sports tradition and stunning successes in international circuits.

Por Nahum Rabchinskey

 

JETS
Global Express XRS - Laura Velázquez

Global Express XRS

The Global Express XRS from Bombardier has arrived from Canada, boasting one of the most luxurious cabins in the ultra-long-range business jet category, combined with surprising performance that fulfils the desires of even the most sophisticated travelers.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TIPS
Tips & Tops Australia - AMURA

Tips & Tops Australia

Tips & Tops Australia

Por AMURA

 

Biarritz

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Bon Voyage! - Germán Nájera

Bon Voyage!

It is the ideal season to plan a trip, whether or business or pleasure. The task of choosing your luggage is not always as easy as it seems, since you have to look for the most important points such as functionality, quality, materials and why not fashion?

Por Germán Nájera

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Biarritz - Patrick Monney

Biarritz

From the green hills that descend from the Atlantic Pyrenees to shape the French Basque Country to the pine-covered plains that form the Landes, the coast invents a quantity of surprising cliffs and ends in long beaches of golden sand. On land, seductive towns beckon you to discover their culinary arts and traditions, a number of beautiful lakes inhabit the pine woods and the people are intriguing because of their strong personalities and customs.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Winetheraphy - Patrick Monney

Winetheraphy

Wine therapy, or Vinotherapie, is a summons to battle against the aging of the skin while you enjoy the relaxing installations found in the heart of the Château Smith Haut-Lafitte vineyards, very near Bordeaux.

Por Patrick Monney

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Big Sur, California - Patrick Monney

Big Sur, California

Big Sur, California

Por Patrick Monney

 

Asturias, España - Patrick Monney

Asturias, España

Asturias, España

Por Patrick Monney

 

Yala, Sri Lanka - Patrick Monney

Yala, Sri Lanka

Yala, Sri Lanka

Por Patrick Monney

 

Tartus, Siria - Patrick Monney

Tartus, Siria

Tartus, Siria

Por Patrick Monney

 

COMPASS MX
Careyes - Araceli Cano

Careyes

On the coast of the Pacific, in a beautiful, picturesque place far away from the hustle and bustle of the world, you will find tranquility and the perfect setting for relaxation as well as the lavishness and comfort that you have always wanted to experience on your vacations. Delight your senses with the ideal combination of adventure, nature, luxury, comfort and serenity that you will only find in Costalegre.

Por Araceli Cano

 

Cuixmala - Araceli Cano

Cuixmala

The Cuixmala Ecological Foundation (FECx) is a non governmental organization established on May 25, 1988, to promote activities related to the conservation and restoration of Mexico’s natural riches and, especially, to support the creation of the Reserva de la Biósfera Chamela-Cuixmala (Chamela-Cuixmala Biosphere Reserve) on the coast of Jalisco.

Por Araceli Cano

 

Mexican Marinas - AMURA

Mexican Marinas

Mexican Marinas

Por AMURA

 

FLEET
Westport Trideck 130 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Westport Trideck 130

Talking about Westport is to talk about yacht construction experience.  With this new management, and also maintenance and refurbishment, this is not yard holds a privileged position in Florida, besides offering and after sales service to its vessels.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Custom Line 128 - Irma Patiño P.

Custom Line 128

This 40-meter model perfectly combines comfort and lifestyle.  The elegant, blue-hulled Custom Line 128, better known as the “XS of London" offers high-performance thanks to its hull and is one of the best expressions of luxury and personality.

Por Irma Patiño P.

 

Dolphin 74 - Viridiana Barahona

Dolphin 74

Considered to be the creator of the trend, "The Italian style of the lobster boat”, the Mochi Craft, of the Ferreti group division, is the combination of marine spirit with a passion for sailing, mixing the old with the new and strength with functionality. The Mochi art has had great success and has been acclaimed with good reviews because all its models have exceeded all expectations.

Por Viridiana Barahona

 

Ferreti 731 - Irma Patiño P.

Ferreti 731

The Ferretti 731 model from the Italian firm is currently the maximum expression of sporting luxury on the high seas. This vessel has a new addition which distinguishes it from the other yachts produced by Grupo Ferretti, which is its innovative symmetrical disposition from the central axis inside and outside of the cockpit.

Por Irma Patiño P.

 

Rivarama - Viridiana Barahona

Rivarama

Riva and exclusivity are words that go hand in hand, from Italian origin, a distinguished by the excellence with which it creates its yachts, all perfectly finished in which every detail is strictly cared for for the benefit for those who have the good fortune to acquire a jewel such as this.  Riva’s models have totally refined decoration and it always seeks the balance between functionality, style and luxury in every one of its yachts. 

Por Viridiana Barahona

 

SPECIAL REPORT
California Terrain, in Quintana Roo - AMURA

California Terrain, in Quintana Roo

Splendidly framed by the water, sun and sand provided by nature along the length of the Mexican Caribbean, north of the Bacalar lagoon, which is, in turn, located south of the state of Quintana Roo, is where the property known as “California” is located.

Por AMURA

 

Playa Mujeres Resort - AMURA

Playa Mujeres Resort

Playa Mujeres Resort has been designed to become the most exclusive and complete vacation center of the Mexican Caribbean and one of the most extraordinary in the world. With an investment of more than US$600 million, it is the most important beach tourism development in Mexico.

Por AMURA

 

SAILS
Class J24 - Manuel Villareal

Class J24

The Class J24 Pre-World Championship was held just one nautical mile from the grandiose Bay of Acapulco and with it the final of the first eliminating round for the selection of the Mexican yachts that will represent our country in the World Championship to be held in Acapulco in March 2007, as well as the Mexican Team in the Central American and Caribbean Games.

Por Manuel Villareal

 

OUTBOARD
Hotel du Palais - Patrick Monney

Hotel du Palais

In the heart of Key West, two hotels stand out for their luxury and elegance. They are old houses that have been renovated to invite guests to feel like true Conchs (the name given to residents of the city). The tropical architecture and the gardens of these buildings maintain their special charm.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Hotelito Desconocido - Eunice Martínez

Hotelito Desconocido

In the heart of a natural, 40-hectare (100 acre) setting, the construction of this charming hotel harmonizes with the surroundings, offering its guests privacy and a dream-like ambiance.

Por Eunice Martínez

 

Las Alamandas Resort - Eunice Martínez

Las Alamandas Resort

At Las Alamandas your can enjoy endless, pristine white sand beaches surrounded by a great variety of exotic trees, flowers, wild birds and lagoons.

Por Eunice Martínez

 

Castels, Houses and Little Careyes Houses - AMURA

Castels, Houses and Little Careyes Houses

In the middle of a small village of quaint little houses, flowers and colors on the seafront, a living memory of the Mediterranean, the majestic destination of Costa Careyes can be found, in which its Castles stand out for their unmatchable beauty, located in the beautiful bays of Careyes on the southern coast of Jalisco, México.

Por AMURA

 

LUXURY SUITES
 

 

Cuixmala - AMURA

Cuixmala

Casa La Loma is a spectacular house that sits on a hill in Cuixmala. Overlooking in 3 kilometers beach  on the Pacific Ocean, it has 4 spacious rooms, 6 bungalows separate from the bedrooms, a lounge, dining room, office, library, 2 interior patios and 3 covered terraces.

Por AMURA

 

Careyes - AMURA

Careyes

The new creation to Gian Franco Brignone rises from the cliffs of Careyes. Nido de Amor is a romantic villa with spectacular details such as a museum with 180 cacti and a cave of love to enjoy the sunset.

Por AMURA

 

GOLFER´S JOURNEY
Biarritz - Patrick Monney

Biarritz

People who visit Biarritz and the Basque Coast have the opportunity of choosing among 12 golf courses with a great variety of difficulties and scenery.

Por Patrick Monney

 

El Tamarindo - Laura Velázquez

El Tamarindo

Imagine a golf course in the middle of the jungle, on which you can’t but help admiring the scenery between every drive.  This is El Tamarindo.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

POLO
Polo in its maxium expression - Mario Ramírez

Polo in its maxium expression

The Alemania Bank Hofmann team beat Mexico 10 goals to 9 in the final of the Agua Alta Scappino Cup. Brothers Pancho and Valerio Aguilar, without doubt, the most outstanding polo players in the world after the Gracida brothers played the best polo of the week and deserved to win.

Por Mario Ramírez

 

TASTERS
Tradition and quality of Mexican Wine - Dore Ferriz Híjar

Tradition and quality of Mexican Wine

Even though there were grapes in Mexico before the arrival of the Spanish, wine was unknown to the inhabitants; however, following the conquest, wine was greatly accepted. The quality of grapes in Mexico is excellent and therefore the production of wine increased considerably and achieved great fame.

Por Dore Ferriz Híjar

 

GOURMET
Les Tables du Savoir y La Grande Vigne - Patrick Monney

Les Tables du Savoir y La Grande Vigne

Located in Les Sources de Caudalie, these restaurants are a magnificent invitation to discover the regional products of the “terroir”, of the earth. The dishes will be accompanied by the best wines of the region or of the world since the cellar has 15 000 bottles, but we recommend the excellent Château Smith Haut-Lafitte, whose vineyards surround the restaurant

Por Patrick Monney

 

JETS
Challenger 605 - Laura Velázquez

Challenger 605

Improving what is already considered as perfect was the challenge faced by the engineers at the Canadian firm Bombardier, which introduced the new Challenger 605, the next generation in its successful family of business jets, deliveries of which will begin in 2007. The official launch the place at the NBAA Fair and the test flight took place in early January.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

Tahiti

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Sand & Sun - Germán Nájera

Sand & Sun

The warm season begins and it is the ideal time to uncover the body. Using spring 2006 as a backdrop, the most distinguished firms and designers present bathing suits in such trendy styles, colors and forms that will dazzle even brighter than the sun.

Por Germán Nájera

 

Mont Blanc - AMURA

Mont Blanc

In its 100 years of existence, Montblanc has revealed a unique style of great character and elegance. It is evident that the brand’s passion for perfection is present in every piece they make.

Por AMURA

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Tahiti - Patrick Monney

Tahiti

In the middle of the Pacific there are several archipelagos that form French Polynesia, a number of islands surrounded by lagoons that explode in different tones of blue, ring-like atolls that shelter a world painted in turquoise and black volcanic islands enveloped by a deep blue sea.

Por Patrick Monney

 

JEWELRY
Sailing in Style: The Ti’a Moana - Patrick Monney

Sailing in Style: The Ti’a Moana

The Ti’a Moana is a legendary yacht that innovates sailing with luxury, exclusivity and refinement in the Bora Bora, Huahine, Taha’a and Raiatea lagoons. It measures 69.1 m (226.7 ft) by13.8 m (45.2 ft) and has a shallow draft of only 2.3 m (7.5 feet), which allows it to access the lagoon’s turquoise waters.

Por Patrick Monney

 

OUTBOARD
Sailing in Style: The Haumana - Patrick Monney

Sailing in Style: The Haumana

The Haumana is a 36 by 13.8 m (118 by 45.2 ft) catamaran with a shallow draft of only 1.8 m (6.1 feet), which allows it to sail near the lagoon’s shores. It carries a maximum of 36 passengers and its cabins are spacious and luxurious.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Sailing in Style: The Ti’a Moana - Patrick Monney

Sailing in Style: The Ti’a Moana

The Ti’a Moana is a legendary yacht that innovates sailing with luxury, exclusivity and refinement in the Bora Bora, Huahine, Taha’a and Raiatea lagoons. It measures 69.1 m (226.7 ft) by13.8 m (45.2 ft) and has a shallow draft of only 2.3 m (7.5 feet), which allows it to access the lagoon’s turquoise waters.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Le Taha’a Private Island & Spa - Patrick Monney

Le Taha’a Private Island & Spa

No other island is as beautiful: it bursts with vibrating blues in different tones. The rooms on piles look like gorgeously decorated boats and include a bathtub filled with flowers and a private terrace for fully enjoying the view.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Park Hyatt Buenos Aires - AMURA

Park Hyatt Buenos Aires

Lo­ca­ted in one of the most ele­gant re­si­den­tial areas of the Ar­gen­ti­ne ca­pi­tal, the Pa­la­cio Du­hau-Park Hyatt Bue­nos Ai­res is con­si­de­red a clas­sic, a pla­ce whe­re guests can li­ve exactly in the heart of Ar­gen­ti­na and en­joy the en­vi­rons sin­ce it is su­rroun­ded by ele­gant bou­ti­ques, ex­clu­si­ve cen­ters, the fi­nest res­tau­rants and the most se­lect shop­ping in the city.

Por AMURA

 

FLEET
Maiora 31 DP - AMURA

Maiora 31 DP

Po­cas mar­cas pue­den ca­li­fi­car­se co­mo úni­cas o ex­clu­si­vas, ca­rac­te­rís­ti­cas que dis­tin­guen a Maio­ra de las de­más. De la ca­de­na de ya­tes Fi­pa Ita­lian, Maio­ra se ha he­cho de una ex­ce­len­te y bien me­re­ci­da re­pu­ta­ción de es­ti­lo y ca­li­dad en sus mo­de­los. Ca­da ya­te es una pie­za maes­tra, es de­cir, no exis­ten dos di­se­ños igua­les en el mer­ca­do.

Por AMURA

 

Ego Riva 68 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Ego Riva 68

The name is enough to enhance any yacht that is worthy of calling itself so while fully meeting expectations on performance, efficiency, ergonomics, functionality, economy and environmental care.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Lagoon 410 S2 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Lagoon 410 S2

The French have become renowned for promoting the rational use of natural resources, which is fully reflected on their lifestyles, and their rest options are not an exception, and that is the case of this French sailboat that, apart from sail propulsion, is equipped with the support of two electric motors that combined reach a 58 HP power, enough to keep a constant speed in case the god Aeolus is not willing to provide a constant or sufficiently impetuous puff.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Royal Blood - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Royal Blood

Using its class 61 brothers as a reference, this yacht is located in the middle of the range that extends from 42’ to about 82’ (25 meters). It is, then, the link between the “large” and “small” yachts of this house and obviously refers to flybridge types. 

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Versatility on the Seas - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Versatility on the Seas

This French sailboat is outstanding precisely because of its versatility. Even from the moment it is built its use can be defined thanks to the three interior distribution options that Bénéteau offers. Once on the water, the Oceanis Clipper 473 will be totally at home in any place as well as the best in whatever activity in which it participates, be it a leisurely afternoon sail or a fast journey across the water.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Isla del Sol, Bolivia - Patrick Monney

Isla del Sol, Bolivia

Isla del Sol, Bolivia

Por Patrick Monney

 

Wine Cup Bay, Australia - Patrick Monney

Wine Cup Bay, Australia

Wine Cup Bay, Australia

Por Patrick Monney

 

Narbonne, France - Patrick Monney

Narbonne, France

Narbonne, France

Por Patrick Monney

 

Everglades, United States - Patrick Monney

Everglades, United States

Everglades, United States

Por Patrick Monney

 

SAILS
Regatta in Valle de Bravo - AMURA

Regatta in Valle de Bravo

The best regatta competitions in Valle de Bravo took place within the framework of the Triple Copa Scappino Pininfarina on February 18, 2006. This Cup was organized for the second consecutive year and is becoming popular among sailing, golf and equestrian aficionados.

Por AMURA

 

BLUE PLANET
On the Beaches of Santa Lucía - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

On the Beaches of Santa Lucía

For me, sharks have always had a strange, mystical fascination. At first it was fear, then curiosity and now all I feel is respect for these fantastic creatures that have traversed the ocean’s floors for over 300 million years and are now endangered because of indiscriminate fishing.

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

SPECIES
The Song of the Humpback Whale - Óscar S. Frey

The Song of the Humpback Whale

There are a great variety of whales found along the coast of the Mexican Pacific, an indication of Mexico’s importance as a natural habitat of these species on the list of endangered species. This is the case of the humpback whale, which, during the winter, is abundant in the waters off the states of Colima, Jalisco, Nayarit and the two coasts of the Baja California Peninsula.

Por Óscar S. Frey

 

GOLFER´S JOURNEY
Championship Golf Courses - Laura Velázquez

Championship Golf Courses

Spend your holidays in a yacht is an amazing experience, but if you dock in a place where there is a golf course the amezement is doubled.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

AUTOS
A Trio of Super Sporty Champions - Nahum Rabchinskey

A Trio of Super Sporty Champions

On this oc­ca­sion we pre­sent an ex­ce­llent trio of cham­pions: the Lam­bor­-g­hi­ni Ga­llar­do SE, Fe­rra­ri F430 Cha­llen­ge and Chev­ro­let Cor­vet­te Z06.

Por Nahum Rabchinskey

 

JETS
Embraer Legacy 600 - Laura Velázquez

Embraer Legacy 600

The Legacy 600 not only changed its name it also improved its features and details, which will delight those accustomed to traveling in the utmost comfort. Embrear, the Brazilian company, is relaunching the Legacy in three versions: Executive, Shuttle and Shuttle HC.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TASTERS
The Most Renowned Wines of the World - Dore Ferriz Híjar

The Most Renowned Wines of the World

Wine seems to have been born with human beings. It has always delighted humanity, been one of its greatest pleasures as well as a font of inspiration. Its creation is filled with legends and here are a few of the most renowned.

Por Dore Ferriz Híjar

 

GOURMET
Exotic Flavors in French Polynesia - Patrick Monney

Exotic Flavors in French Polynesia

Tahiti and its islands blend the flavors of Europe, Polynesia and Asia to create spellbinding dishes. Each island has its own culinary secrets and uses their ingredients subtly. In traditional Polynesian cuisine, tropical tastes are mixed with splashes from Southeast Asia and the charms and refinement of France.

Por Patrick Monney

 

TIPS
Tips & Tops Tahiti - AMURA

Tips & Tops Tahiti

Tips & Tops Tahiti

Por AMURA

 

Florida Keys

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Season’s Shades - Germán Nájera

Season’s Shades

Summer is near and it is time to think about the must haves for the warmest of seasons. Daring combinations, classic styles, a mix of colors or consistency in shapes, as well as accentuating them with the right accessories, they are all series of options to build up your wardrobe.

Por Germán Nájera

 

TIME MACHINE
Philip Stein Teslar - Germán Nájera

Philip Stein Teslar

Fashion and function meet in Philip Stein Teslar watches.

Por Germán Nájera

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Florida Keys, from Miami to Key West - Patrick Monney

Florida Keys, from Miami to Key West

Miami’s good life had conquered us and, during six days, we returned at dawn to The Tides Hotel, in the heart of Ocean Drive. Designed in 1936 by L. Murray Dixon, The Tides Hotel, where Clark Gable and members of the Kennedy family have stayed, is a classic and a true representative of tropical Art Deco. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

Fort Jefferson, a Star of the Sea - Patrick Monney

Fort Jefferson, a Star of the Sea

 In the Gulf of Mexico, about 70 miles west of Key West, is a group of small islands discovered by Juan Ponce de León in 1513. He named them “Tortugas” because of the quantity of turtles he found there. The word “Dry” was added later on as a sign of their lack of water.

Por Patrick Monney

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Panajachel, Guatemala - Patrick Monney

Panajachel, Guatemala

Panajachel, Guatemala

Por Patrick Monney

 

Nassau, Bahamas - Patrick Monney

Nassau, Bahamas

Nassau, Bahamas

Por Patrick Monney

 

Cochin, India - Patrick Monney

Cochin, India

Cochin, India

Por Patrick Monney

 

Arcachon, Francia - Patrick Monney

Arcachon, Francia

Arcachon, Francia

Por Patrick Monney

 

BOAT SHOW
Miami Boat Show 2006 - Irma Patiño Pérez

Miami Boat Show 2006

As is already tradition, the spectacular Miami Boat Show 2006 was held on the charming Florida Peninsula, the most important highlight of which is that it was staged in the presence of the finest yachting companies in the world. Immersed in the glamour of Miami, this event is one of the most important of the year in which there is a significant Mexican presence.

Por Irma Patiño Pérez

 

SEA STAR
Baglietto - Enrique Rosas

Baglietto

With the 2006 Miami Boat Show as a backdrop, Amura Yacht & Lifestyle held exclusive interviews with the great yachtsman of the world. We bring you one of these in this edition and later issues we will continue to share with you the rich experience of meeting and talking with the great experts.

Por Enrique Rosas

 

Lazzara - Enrique Rosas

Lazzara

More than 50 years' experience and three generations support the Lazzara company, located Tampa, Florida, in which nearly 300 people work toward a single purpose: “perfection”. It is not that more yachts are built, but their production is limited for one simple and important reason: exclusivity.

Por Enrique Rosas

 

FLEET
AB Yachts 88 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

AB Yachts 88

Once again, the Italian shipyards adorn our pages with another one of the beauties for which they are known the world over, in this case, it is AB YACHTS with their 88.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Ferreti 881 - AMURA

Ferreti 881

Ferretti Yachts, the Italian brand, is outstanding because of its quality and on board elegance. It is one of the world’s most renowned yacht builders and, also, a company that is constantly growing. Advanced shipyards and excellent personnel are the key elements that grant this firm its position as a leader in the market.

Por AMURA

 

Pershing 50 - Irma Patiño Pérez

Pershing 50

The Pershing 50 belongs to the Next Generation of yachts of this Italian firm synonymous with dynamism, innovation and comfort. Designed by Fulvio De Simoni, the interior of the yacht assures excellent quality when sailing.

Por Irma Patiño Pérez

 

Lazzara 84 - AMURA

Lazzara 84

Sailing on a Lazzara motor yacht is a synonym for perfection and its new offering is the best expression of luxury and detail. The Lazzara 84 meets all the highest quality standards of engineering, construction and finish, which are achieved during its 8-month construction period. 

Por AMURA

 

Gobbi Atlantis 55 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Gobbi Atlantis 55

As the title of the article emphasizes, this could be considered as the yacht of a sybarite’s dreams because it has more space to enjoy the sun than yachts of twice its size.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

SAILS
J24 Class: Acapulco - Viridiana Barahona

J24 Class: Acapulco

The J24 last has become a competitive and high-level springboard for the launching of professional sailboat cups and competitions throughout the world. The next world championship in this class will be held in the beautiful port of Acapulco, a magnificent destination chosen to host the competitions that will begin in March 2007.

Por Viridiana Barahona

 

BLUE PLANET
Chinchorro - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

Chinchorro

It was a brilliant day, the sun shone down directly on our backs, the sea looked calm and the occasional wave rose up on the horizon.

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

SPECIES
Dolphins, freedom and captivity - Óscar S. Frey

Dolphins, freedom and captivity

Dolphins belong to the Delphinidae family, which is the largest and most diverse family of whales due to its successful adaptation to the maritime environment. The family includes numerous species of dolphins, such as pilot whales, false killer and killer whales, which in the fossil register are recorded as dating back at least 11 million years.  

Por Óscar S. Frey

 

OUTBOARD
Sonesta - Patrick Monney

Sonesta

In the heart of Key West, two hotels stand out for their luxury and elegance. They are old houses that have been renovated to invite guests to feel like true Conchs (the name given to residents of the city).

Por Patrick Monney

 

Key West, The Gardens Hotel & Ambrosia House - Patrick Monney

Key West, The Gardens Hotel & Ambrosia House

In the heart of Key West, two hotels stand out for their luxury and elegance. They are old houses that have been renovated to invite guests to feel like true Conchs (the name given to residents of the city). 

Por Patrick Monney

 

TOYS COLLECTION
Just Think about The Difference - Nahum Rabchinskey

Just Think about The Difference

What differences are there between these two sports super saloons? We roll out three magnificent cars onto our pages today for those in the know: the BMW M5 and the Mercedes CLS55.

Por Nahum Rabchinskey

 

TASTERS
Chile’s Best Vine - Dore Ferriz Híjar

Chile’s Best Vine

The first Chilean wines were produced in the 16th century, during the Spanish conquest. The fast adaptation of the vines and their abundant cultivation turned this country, from the beginning of the 17th century, into one of colonial Spain’s main exporters of wine.

Por Dore Ferriz Híjar

 

GOURMET
Florida Key, Gourmet-Sushi Samba - Patrick Monney

Florida Key, Gourmet-Sushi Samba

Located right on Lincoln Road, Sushi Samba is the ‘in’ place where the handsome folk can be found.  Its decor is exceptional, with an atmosphere that stimulates well-being, thanks to its combination of lights, colors and the central bar. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

Puerto Rico

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
So chic! - Germán Nájera

So chic!

Winter is over and natural light begins to warm up the environment, announcing the arrival of spring. It is the moment to get ready, take the necessary precautions and to, without delay, begin to practice out-of-doors activities with the pretext of showing some skin. Now is the time to impulsively turn from using winter clothing to don the trendy, colorful clothing perfect for the warmer weather, which is just around the corner.

Por Germán Nájera

 

TIME MACHINE
Patek Philippe - Germán Nájera

Patek Philippe

Inaugurated in November 2001, the Patek Philippe Museum, located at Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 7 in Geneva, has received a warm welcome from local and international visitors since its opening day.

Por Germán Nájera

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Puerto Rico - Patrick Monney

Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is surprising. Its unique character was invented by its people and its history. It preserves its flavor from the days of the pirates and is a small center of Caribbean life that was invented with the arrival of the Spaniards.

Por Patrick Monney

 

The Gallery Inn - Patrick Monney

The Gallery Inn

In the heart of Old San Juan, where the streets are alive with the bright colors of the ancient houses, there is a secret garden.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Loreto - Araceli Cano

Loreto

Loreto, the ancient capital of the Californias and the first permanent mission founded by the Jesuit priest Juan María de Salvatierra, on October 25, 1697, is framed by a wonderful landscape comprised of the Sierra de la Giganta mountain range, the desert and the Sea of Cortez.

Por Araceli Cano

 

Loreto´s Religious Missions - Araceli Cano

Loreto´s Religious Missions

Among Baja California’s greatest attractions are its missions, the first of which was founded in 1697 in Loreto, a town located 580 km (360 mi) north of Cabo San Lucas. The Jesuits founded a total of 18 missions, but today only half of them are open.

Por Araceli Cano

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Bariloche, Argentina - Patrick Monney

Bariloche, Argentina

Bariloche, Argentina

Por Patrick Monney

 

Manihi, French Polynesia - Patrick Monney

Manihi, French Polynesia

Manihi, French Polynesia

Por Patrick Monney

 

Biak, Indonesia - Patrick Monney

Biak, Indonesia

Biak, Indonesia

Por Patrick Monney

 

Saint-Jean de la Luz, France - Patrick Monney

Saint-Jean de la Luz, France

Saint-Jean de la Luz, Francia

Por Patrick Monney

 

FLEET
Athena Riva 115 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Athena Riva 115

Undoubtedly, the Athena is a true Riva and its Italian origin is revealed at first sight. The biggest model that is built by the Riva shipyard and this is done in La Spezia and not in  Sarnico Lake, where it was established in 1842.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Sunseeker Predator 108 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Sunseeker Predator 108

The brand speaks volumes and, in this case, Sunseeker is synonymous with quality and exclusivity. Their variety of Predators, from small ships to a giant measuring more than 30 meters (98 feet), perfectly combine beauty, refinement, performance and handling.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Hatteras 80 MY - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Hatteras 80 MY

Just looking at the careful work of its designers and engineers is enough to convince anyone that the Hatteras 80 MY is the new ambassador of luxury and beauty. Its size, distribution of areas and cutting-edge technology are all additional luxuries. 

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Wally Y3K - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Wally Y3K

It is no news that Wally is one of the most renowned yacht builders thanks to the shipbuilder’s custom of adapting and designing their ships to meet the needs of every client. 

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

Alden 43 - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Alden 43

It is a well-known fact that many people are fascinated by times, which, apparently, where “better eras”, moments that bring back memories of a special experience or instant that is a defining moment in life.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

PETIT HOTELS
Hacienda de San Antonio - Patrick Monney

Hacienda de San Antonio

Located in a marvelous place, Hacienda de San Antonio is a veritable palace with beautiful gardens that ring with the tinkling of fountains and the song of birds.

Por Patrick Monney

 

BLUE PLANET
Loreto An Explosion of Color and Life - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

Loreto An Explosion of Color and Life

I was very pleased when I found out that this article was going to be about Loreto, in the Sea of Cortez, because it is one of those places that bring back fond memories.

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

SPECIES
A close Encounter with Giant Mantas - Óscar S. Frey

A close Encounter with Giant Mantas

Giant mantas belong to the same class as sharks and their main feature is their skeleton formed of cartilage. Their ancestors appeared 400 million years ago, between the Siluric and Devonic periods of the Mesozoic era, also knows as the “Era of Fish”.

Por Óscar S. Frey

 

OUTBOARD
The Edouard VII Hotel - Anais de Melo

The Edouard VII Hotel

The 19th century was synonymous with France’s social decadence. Elegant, extravagant and explosive, the “Belle Époque” was a witness to radical changes in fashion, art, architecture, technology and tourism. Paris was the center of this movement and in a short time became the most popular destination for the jet set of that that era.

Por Anais de Melo

 

Park Tower Argentina - Patrick Monney

Park Tower Argentina

The Park Tower, a Buenos Aires landmark, invites guests to experience the city’s glamour, luxury and refinement. It is made to the exact measure of the most exigent traveler.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Horned Dorset Primavera - Patrick Monney

Horned Dorset Primavera

The Horned Dorset Primavera hotel, a member of Relais & Chateaux, is set on one of Puerto Rico’s most beautiful coasts, just 200 km (124 mi) from San Juan. It is ranked as one of the most elegant in the Caribbean.

Por Patrick Monney

 

GOLFER´S JOURNEY
The Two Best on the Shores of the Caribbean - Patrick Monney

The Two Best on the Shores of the Caribbean

Puerto Rico’s courses, warm climate, marvelous views from the greens and almost permanent sunshine will tempt any golfer. Of the many courses on the island, we selected the two most beautiful and interesting: the Wyndham El Conquistador Golf Club in Fajardo, at the northeastern end, and the Punta Borinquen Golf Club, located in Aguadillas, on the northwestern point.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Loreto, Golf in the Middle of the Desert - Laura Velázquez

Loreto, Golf in the Middle of the Desert

Loreto, one of Mexico’s most recent tourism developments, could not be complete without a golf course so its unique topography was put to good use in the design of the truly spectacular Campo de Golf Loreto.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLECTION
Sportiness and Great Luxury - AMURA

Sportiness and Great Luxury

During this year, three renowned brands will launch their new range of cars.  They carry the distinctive “S” and “V” initials, which are synonymous with sportiness and luxury.

Por AMURA

 

JETS
Global Express XRS - Laura Velázquez

Global Express XRS

The Canadian company Bombardier delivered the first models of the Global Express XRS before the promised date. It is the most luxurious business jet in its class and fulfills the wishes of the most sophisticated and demanding traveler.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TASTERS
Absinth - Dore Ferriz Híjar

Absinth

Absinthe, The Green Fairy, is an ancient, popular drink and its legendary history endows it with magical powers.

Por Dore Ferriz Híjar

 

GOURMET
French Cuisine with a Caribbean Accent - Patrick Monney

French Cuisine with a Caribbean Accent

Puerto Rico’s Horned Dorset Primavera restaurant is the best place to enjoy the flavors of the Caribbean… with a French accent. This innovative fare is the oeuvre of its chef, who left “Daniel”, in New York, to create this exquisite fusion cuisine.

Por Patrick Monney