Rwanda

 

COMPASS INTERNATIONAL
Rwanda - Maruchy Behmaras

Rwanda

For the most part, travelers who arrive in Rwanda are eager for exciting experiences, to get in touch with biodiversity, to learn and approach the local way of life and culture.

Por Maruchy Behmaras

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Fall - Amura

Fall

Riveting autumnal shades dominate runways as summer comes to an end with a bang.

Por Amura

 

TIME MACHINE
Zenith Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon - Zenith

Zenith Defy El Primero Double Tourbillon

Zenith is no stranger to innovation. The revolutionary Defy El Primero 21, the only high-frequency automatic chronograph, capable of measuring hundredths of a second, paved the way into the future of watchmaking.

Por Zenith

 

Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806 1959 Re-Edition - Breitling

Breitling Navitimer Ref. 806 1959 Re-Edition

This new Breitling model pays homage to the earlier designs of the legendary Navitimer.

Por Breitling

 

OFF BOARD
Bisate Lodge - Andrés Ordorica

Bisate Lodge

Volcanoes National Park is not only a sprawling rainforest reserve but also home to the mountain gorilla, a magnificent yet endangered species.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Magashi Camp - Andrés Ordorica

Magashi Camp

Located in the productive and phenomenally diverse north-eastern corner of the Akagera Na-tional Park, Magashi Camp overlooks the dazzling Lake Rwanyakazinga.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Singita Kwitonda Lodge - Andrés Ordorica

Singita Kwitonda Lodge

On a pristine 178-acre stretch of land right on the edge of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park sits the Singita Kwitonda Lodge

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

FLEET
Ferretti Yachts 920 - Ferretti Yachts

Ferretti Yachts 920

Ferretti Yachts has built a trajectory of excellence in the yachting industry since its foundation in 1968.  

Por Ferretti Yachts

 

Monte Carlo 52 - Beneteau

Monte Carlo 52

Beneteau’s new Monte Carlo 52 is getting ready to make its worldwide debut at the upcoming Cannes Yachting Festival 2019.

Por Beneteau

 

TOY COLLECTION / CARS
BMW 8 Series coupé - BMW

BMW 8 Series coupé

The new V8 engine offers exactly the right balance between performance and emotion, which is what also sets the new BMW 8 Series Coupé apart.”

Por BMW

 

GOURMET
The Test Kitchen - Andrés Ordorica

The Test Kitchen

Cape Town has seen its fair share of geographic change in the past few decades, and none more so than Woodstock, a former seaside resort turned industrial district turned “gray area” turned chic suburb.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

La Colombe - Andrés Ordorica

La Colombe

CaIndisputably one of the best restaurants in the world, La Colombe is also an iconic South Afri-can establishment founded on the historic Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

TASTERS
Café de Ruanda, High-Altitude Bourbon - Alejandra Cañedo

Café de Ruanda, High-Altitude Bourbon

Coffee isn’t a plant native to Rwanda. It was the year of 1904 that a group of German missionar-ies planted the first coffee trees in the southwestern lands of the small village of Mibirizi It has thus been cultivated ever since.

Por Alejandra Cañedo

 

CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Art and Traditions for Peace - Alejandra Cañedo

Art and Traditions for Peace

Some say that the Batagua pygmies were the original inhabitants of this region, nowadays called Twa.

Por Alejandra Cañedo

 

CONSERVANCY
Encountering a Kindred Spirit - Maruchy Behmaras

Encountering a Kindred Spirit

At the end of 2018, the world smiled collectively at the news that the Mountain Gorilla population (Gorila beringei beringei) had increased above 1000 specimens. In 1978, there were only 285 individuals left.

Por Maruchy Behmaras

 

TIPS & TOPS
Tips & Tops Rwanda - Amura

Tips & Tops Rwanda

Tips & Tops Rwanda

Por Amura

 

Budapest

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Summer 2019 - AMURA

Summer 2019

This summer, fashion has a lot in store for us. The runways have never been more versatile with bold messages and statements about femininity and empowerment. 

Por AMURA

 

TIME MACHINE
CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet - Audemars Piguet

CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet

The renowned Swiss Manufacture of Haute Horlogerie, Audemars Piguet, founded in 1875, launched its new collection CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet in Mexico City for Latin America, and it represents one of the most significant releases for the brand.

Por Audemars Piguet

 

COMPASS INTERNATIONAL
Budapest - Amura

Budapest

There are few places in the world like Hungary. The capital city of Budapest has become an icon amongst other important European cities and a dream for travelers, with rich history, magnificent architecture and beautiful folk culture.

Por Amura

 

OFF BOARD
Andrássy Rezidencia Wine & Spa - Andrés Ordorica

Andrássy Rezidencia Wine & Spa

As the only five-star hotel in the Tokaj-Hegyalja region, Rezidencia offers an outstanding level of hospitality and gastronomic experiences. Located in Tarcal, it is set in the beautiful rustic setting of the former residence of the renowned Andrássy family.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace - Andrés Ordorica

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace

As you approach its exterior from the city’s landmark bridge, it becomes evident that the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace is the benchmark for luxury hotels in Budapest.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Tiszavirág Hotel  - Andrés Ordorica

Tiszavirág Hotel

In the center of Szeged, a wonderfully renovated historical townhouse becomes the perfect setting for those seeking a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

FLEET
Tankoa Solo - Tankoa

Tankoa Solo

Solo was first introduced at the Monaco Yacht Show, and ever since, this 72-meter has been recognized as one of the best, most beautiful and has overall captivated the yachting industry and those interested in acquiring a first-class vessel of their own.

Por Tankoa

 

CdM M/Y Gatto - Cantiere delle Marche

CdM M/Y Gatto

The 32 meter CdM Acciaio 105, christened M/Y Gatto, was launched last year in Ancona Italy in a private ceremony. The construction of this explorer is yet another success in innovation for the Italian shipyard as they deliver this unique vessel that boasts both efficient performance and classic-contemporary design.

Por Cantiere delle Marche

 

TOYS COLLECTION / CARS
1 Koons Vs 10 autos - Daniel MM

1 Koons Vs 10 autos

In May, auction company Christie’s broke a record by raising $91,000,000 USD for The Rabbit, by Jeff Koons, the work of art that became the highest valued by a living artist.This amount is more than enough to buy a very good car collection.

Por Daniel MM

 

THE CONQUERORS
El Országház - Darlene Romero

El Országház

Located in Lajos Kossuth Square on the Danube coast, the Hungarian Parliament, also known as the House of the Nation or House of the Country, was designed by Hungarian architect Imre Steindl in the 19th century as a representation of Hungarian independence.

Por Darlene Romero

 

MEET THE MUSIC
Franz Liszt - Teresa Morales

Franz Liszt

Music and its history have produced important figures—geniuses that even today captivate us with their marvelous creations. One of these figures is Franz Liszt. Trying to summarize his life in just a few words is impossible. I can perhaps mention some important facts, and then move on to some recommendations of his work.

Por Teresa Morales

 

CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Festivals, Art and Music - Teresa Morales

Festivals, Art and Music

En la cultura húngara encontramos una fuerte tradición arraigada a la historia de sus pueblos. Los húngaros son patriotas entusiastas que celebran con orgullo cada evento dedicado a su país; conoce algunas de sus festividades más importantes:

Por Teresa Morales

 

PERSONAGE
Imre Kertész - Mario Vazquez

Imre Kertész

Literature is the recreation of a microcosm where form and style recreate events, experiences, epics.

Por Mario Vazquez

 

SPECIES
White-tailed Eagle - Alejandra Cañedo

White-tailed Eagle

The Puszta Great Plains is the ideal place to find authentic traditional Hungarian culture. Located in the east of Hungary—a country largely influenced by the changing flow of its rivers—it’s home to some white-tailed eagle specimens.

Por Alejandra Cañedo

 

BLUE PLANET
The Danube River - Donovan White

The Danube River

The legendary Danube River is more than just a body of water. It is the second largest river in Europe, spanning 2,850 km across ten countries. 

Por Donovan White

 

TIPS & TOPS
Tips & Tops Budapest - Amura

Tips & Tops Budapest

Tips & Tops Budapest

Por Amura

 

Okinawa

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Spring Summer 2019 - Amura

Spring Summer 2019

The 2019 Spring-Summer season is in full swing at the runways with plenty of trends to start, statements to make and minds to blow.

Por Amura

 

TIME MACHINE
Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie 2019 - Amura

Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie 2019

The 29th Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) was a major success for the luxury watch sector, with attendance record of 23,000 visitors, plus unprecedented exposure and response in social media.

Por Amura

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Okinawa - Ashanti Rojano

Okinawa

Despite being an integral part of the country of Japan, the islands of the Okinawa Prefecture have an identity of their own.

Por Ashanti Rojano

 

ADVERTISEMENT
Regina Castillo - Regina Castillo

Regina Castillo

Mother, entrepreneur and above all, a woman, Regina has transcended countless boundaries. Full of the creative impulse and tenacity that characterize her, Regina began her journey into the world of jewelry, finding inspiration in her deep bond with nature and her Mexican roots.

Por Regina Castillo

 

GOURMET
Chef  Makoto Okuwa - Amura

Chef Makoto Okuwa

Chef Makoto Okuwa opened his homonymous restaurant in Polanco in the summer of 2017 to add to his 20-year trajectory of success around the world. With a career in the United States, a restaurant in Panama, Mexico and soon Brazil, Chef Makoto sat with us to chat about his projects, expectations and goals for the future.

Por Amura

 

OFF BOARD
Oriental Hills Okinawa - Andrés Ordorica

Oriental Hills Okinawa

Only 14 all-luxury suites can be found within the 20,000 sqm area that cover the gentle slopes of Onna’s forest, in Okinawa. This exclusive resort is also home to a world-renowned dining space and a beauty salon for guests to immerse themselves in an experience of comfort and rejuvenation.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

The Shigira Okinawa - Andrés Ordorica

The Shigira Okinawa

On Miyakojima, 300 kilometers southwest of the main island of Okinawa, The Shigira Okinawa welcomes guests into a paradise dotted with beaches, a golf course, hot springs, and a variety of restaurants spread across one million square meters.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

The Uza Terrace Beach Club Villas - Andrés Ordorica

The Uza Terrace Beach Club Villas

A proud member of Relaix & Chateaux, Uza is located on the East China Sea 30 kilometers north of Naha, in the village of Yomitan. Representative of arts, crafts and other traditions shaped by the great seafaring trade of the former Ryukyu Kingdom, this oasis of villas invites guests to relax and explore its surroundings.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

FLEET
Baglietto 48m T-Line Silver Fox - Banglietto

Baglietto 48m T-Line Silver Fox

The Italian shipyard Baglietto has a history of 165 years and it continues to innovate with new models that take luxury to a higher level.

Por Banglietto

 

Riva 100’ Corsaro - Riva Yacht

Riva 100’ Corsaro

The Italian shipyard Riva has been in business since 1842, and for almost 200 years, the brand has made a name for itself as part of Ferretti Group, with a strong presence in the most important international yacht shows all over the world.

Por Riva Yacht

 

CARS / TOYS COLLECTION
Pagani Huayra Roadster - Pagani Automobili SpA

Pagani Huayra Roadster

After the success of the Huayra Coupé and, subsequently, the Huayra BC, which marked a new era of hypercars, Pagani wanted to reinvent the meaning of art and science with the new Huayra Roadster—a fine piece of machinery that is lighter, more efficient and breathtakingly beautiful.

Por Pagani Automobili SpA

 

Koenigsegg Regera - Koenigsegg

Koenigsegg Regera

Swedish carmaker Koenigsegg isn’t looking to release traditional models.

Por Koenigsegg

 

SAILS
Extreme Sailing Series™  - Extreme Sailing Series™

Extreme Sailing Series™

Adrenalin pumped in the contestants’ veins as the race came to an end on the fourth day of the 2018 Extreme Sailing Series™ season finale in Los Cabos.

Por Extreme Sailing Series™

 

TENDERS / TOYS COLLECTION
Palm Beach GT 50  - Andrés Ordoríca

Palm Beach GT 50

The high-performance marketplace has created a dilemma for shipbuilders: should they go with faster and extremely maneuverable vessels, or focus on size and comfort? For Palm Beach, the answer was, “Why not both?”

Por Andrés Ordoríca

 

SPECIES
Okinawa Dugong - Laura García

Okinawa Dugong

Without a doubt, this mammal is one of the most adorable creatures found in eastern oceans. Their kind nature and gentleness garner instant sympathy from any human that is lucky to witness their beauty, and these creatures need human sympathy desperately.

Por Laura García

 

BLUE PLANET
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium - Okinawa Commemorative National Government Park (Ocean Expo Park) / Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

There is an undeniable beauty to the islands of Okinawa, and a big part of this beauty has to do with its natural and marine diversity.

Por Okinawa Commemorative National Government Park (Ocean Expo Park) / Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

 

MÚSICA / MEET THE MUSIC
Isao Tomita - Teresa Morales

Isao Tomita

There are moments when our curiosity and the eternal search for something new will make us bore easily of our daily playlist.

Por Teresa Morales

 

TIPS & TOPS
Tips & Tops Okinawa - Amura

Tips & Tops Okinawa

Tips & Tops Okinawa

Por Amura

 

Puerto Rico

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Fashion Statements: Spring Summer 2019 - Amura

Fashion Statements: Spring Summer 2019

Avant-guarde designers are here to stay as the spring season makes its way toward summer.

Por Amura

 

TIME MACHINE
 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
The Unforgettable Jewels of the Caribbean: Puerto Rico - Amura

The Unforgettable Jewels of the Caribbean: Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico is often called the Island of Enchantment because anyone who visits this captivating destination will fall in love with its culture, natural formations, white-sand beaches, rainforests, delicious food and wholehearted warmth that characterizes the whole of the Caribbean.

Por Amura

 

OUT OF BOARD
Dorado Beach: A Ritz-Carlton Reserve - Andrés Ordorica

Dorado Beach: A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

The original developer, Laurence S. Rockefeller, turned this remote plantation into one of the most luxurious resorts in Puerto Rico, one that has made it its mission to provide a memorable vacation experience for those who seek a discreet individualized service in the midst of a spra-wling tropical setting.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Beachfront Villas - Andrés Ordorica

Saint Peter’s Bay Luxury Beachfront Villas

Traditional Barbadian architecture and finishes, floor plans that maximize open living spaces and stunning views coupled with unparalleled privacy can all be found at Saint Peter’s Bay, a world-class resort located in the paradisiac island of Barbados

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Cristophe Harbour - Andrés Ordorica

Park Hyatt St. Kitts Cristophe Harbour

Spacious guestrooms and suites combined with contemporary architecture and a timeless, colo-nial atmosphere are a staple at Park Hyatt, located at Banana Bay, one of the most picturesque spots in the whole of the Caribbean.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

FLEET
AMELS Here Comes the Sun - AMELS

AMELS Here Comes the Sun

When you see a megayacht built with the craftsmanship, expertise and dedication of a shipyard like AMELS, you know you stand before a masterpiece.

Por AMELS

 

Rossinavi Utopia IV - Rossinavi

Rossinavi Utopia IV

JR and Loren Ridinger, entrepreneurs and owners of the new Rossinavi Utopia IV, envisioned a yacht in which they could spend time with their family.

Por Rossinavi

 

AUTOS / TOYS COLLECTION
Retromobile  Classic Car  Delight in Paris - Daniel Marchand

Retromobile Classic Car Delight in Paris

Like every year, during the first week of February, Paris goes from being the city of love to being the city of passion for classic and collector cars; this is because this metropolis is where the Retromobile takes place.

Por Daniel Marchand

 

TENDER´S
OTAM “One Off” - Andrés Ordorica

OTAM “One Off”

Since 1954, the Italian firm OTAM has focused all of its resources on the construction of vessels of the highest quality.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

TASTERS
Chateau Margaux - Marco Valentini

Chateau Margaux

The long history of this wonderful castle begins in the 12th century as a small castle named La Mothe de Marguax, which had several owners through the years. It was between 1572 and 1582 that there was a radical change thanks to the Lestonnac family, who renovated the castle and stopped producing cereals to create vineyards, reaching 265 hectares.

Por Marco Valentini

 

THE CONQUERORS
The Art of Being Puerto Rican - Darlene Romero

The Art of Being Puerto Rican

The Museum of Art of Puerto Rico (MA-PR) and the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC-PR) possess a wide cultural background. Their collections reflect the artistic perspective of the is-land’s changes and social transformations by preserving, documenting and disseminating works produced in Puerto Rico, the Caribbean and Latin America.

Por Darlene Romero

 

CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Celebration of Renewed Freedom - Elías Zimmerman

Celebration of Renewed Freedom

The classic rum—made of superior molasses and coral-filtered water—is considered a unique nectar, served in hundreds of bright and colorful stores throughout the island. However, one of the greatest secrets of the island has to do with its dual celebration: Kadooment Day.

Por Elías Zimmerman

 

CONSERVANCY
The Fortresses of the Caribbean - Donovan White

The Fortresses of the Caribbean

The Caribbean is home to countless vestiges of the European conquest over the Americas, and however controversial the subject might be, we can’t deny that over the centuries, these historical sites have become places worth traveling all the way to their destination just to take a look at them.

Por Donovan White

 

TIPS & TOPS
Tips & Tops Puerto Rico - Amura

Tips & Tops Puerto Rico

Tips & Tops Puerto Rico

Por Amura

 

Iran

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Winter... fun, color & glamour  - Amura

Winter... fun, color & glamour

This winter, trends are meant to be subversive. In an era of political unrest, feminist and human rights movements and the outlook the new generations have on postmodern life, art is capitalizing on the inventive outburst that conflict incites.

Por Amura

 

TIME MACHINE
Salón Internacional Alta Relojería México 2018 - Amura

Salón Internacional Alta Relojería México 2018

The renowned St. Regis hotel in Mexico City hosted the luxury watchmaking sector’s highest celebration in Latin America last October: the XII International Haute Horlogerie Salon 2018 (SIAR). 

Por Amura

 

COMPÁS INTERNACIONAL
A Journey Through the Islamic - Donovan White

A Journey Through the Islamic

There are countless misconceptions about what Iran is as a country. Most of what people around the world see from Iran is consequence of the way in which Western media and politics portray it and the prejudice this has garnered against Islam.

Por Donovan White

 

GOURMET
Le LiLi - Amura

Le LiLi

The Peninsula Paris hotel offers an enthralling culinary experience with a series of sophisticated bars and restaurants that promise to challenge diners’ expectations on the finest art of haute cuisine in the beautiful city of Paris.

Por Amura

 

FLEET
Sanlorenzo SX88 - Sanlorenzo

Sanlorenzo SX88

Sanlorenzo is ready to conquer the seas with the first model of their new range: the crossover concept SX88, a 27-meter yacht that defies dimensionality and which emphasizes the shipyard’s unmistakable style and elegance.

Por Sanlorenzo

 

Sunseeker 74 Sport Yacht - Sunseeker

Sunseeker 74 Sport Yacht

The Sunseeker 74 Sport Yacht is an exemplary model of dynamic and sporty lines ready to captivate yachtsmen all over the world.

Por Sunseeker

 

SAILS
Copa San Gaspar & Porsche 2018 - Federación Mexicana de Vela

Copa San Gaspar & Porsche 2018

The San Gaspar & Porsche 2018 Cup took place on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7, October 2018, positioning itself as one of the most important regattas of the annual race circuit endorsed by the Mexican Sailing Federation.

Por Federación Mexicana de Vela

 

TOYS COLLECTION / TENDERS
Mazu 52HT  - Andrés Ordorica

Mazu 52HT

The Mazu line stands out for its commitment to the client, delivering vessels built around ultra-light carbon composites that feature generous interior spaces, and handmade details that highlight luxury and exclusivity.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

TOYS COLLECTION / CARS
Rolls-Royce Cullinan - Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce Cullinan

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan is unlike any other luxury SUV in the market. The British automobile maker announced three years ago the launch of the Cullinan, promising a true SUV that would surpass standards of mobility, performance, comfort, luxury, style and off-road. 

Por Rolls-Royce

 

Maserati Quattroporte - Maserati

Maserati Quattroporte

The first Quattroporte, designed by Pietro Frua, was conceived in 1963 as the perfect fusion between performance, style and luxury.

Por Maserati

 

BLUE PLANET
Lake Urmia - Ashanti Rojano

Lake Urmia

The saline lakes of the world are drying. For scientists and experts this is an alarming fact, and they are constantly working to come up with solutions to combat climate change and human intervention, which rapidly devastate the environment.

Por Ashanti Rojano

 

SPECIES
The Persian Leopard   - Andrés Ordorica

The Persian Leopard

The Alborz and Zagros mountain ranges are home to the mighty Persian leopard, the largest and rarest of its kind. Smaller populations can be found in Afghanistan,Turkmenistan, Georgia, Turkey, and the Russian North Caucasus.

Por Andrés Ordorica

 

THE CONQUERORS
Golestan Palace - Darlene Romero

Golestan Palace

Golestan Palace (Kakheh Golestan), also known as the Palace of Flowers, was built by the Qajar dynasty in the city of Tehran. It’s a royal residence dating back 400 years, characterized by a fusion between Persian architecture, the adaptation of European construction technologies and the use of cast iron.

Por Darlene Romero

 

CULTURE AND HERITAGE
Persepolis - Laura García

Persepolis

Often, Persepolis is associated with Alexander the Great, and it’s quite accurate; it was this remarkably famous and tenacious character who actually saw this ceremonial city to its end. But long before entering its period of destruction, Persepolis was first envisioned by Cyrus the Great as early as 515 BC.

Por Laura García

 

PERSONAGE
Hafez - Teresa Morales

Hafez

Little is known about the life of Hafez. His existence lies between legend and reality; however, it’s well known that his work and name are still very much alive, that far from being a reference of Persian poetry, Hafez is synonymous with Iranian tradition, and has crossed geographical and temporal boundaries.

Por Teresa Morales

 

TIPS & TOPS
Tips & Tops Iran - Amura

Tips & Tops Iran

Tips & Tops Iran

Por Amura