Shanghai

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Seduction tactics - Martha Jauffred

Seduction tactics

Celebrating love as a couple at least once a year is to give yourself time to recover romance and discover that there are perfect moments every day and only routine makes us miss them.

Por Martha Jauffred

 

TIME MACHINE
Oyster Perpetual yacht master II - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Oyster Perpetual yacht master II

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master II regatta chronograph is an invitation to dream. Audacious and elegant, this watch opens new horizons in the art of timepieces.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Shangai - Kundalini Muñoz

Shangai

Situated at a strategic natural point, Shanghai is one of the most emblematic cities in China. With 14 million inhabitants, it is the most populated city in the country and is the country's economic financial and industrial center. The city has a unique combination of history.  

Por Kundalini Muñoz

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Beijing, China - Amura

Beijing, China

A paradise of historical antiques and magnificent classic style building that represents the height of Chinese architecture. Beijing is a world of mysteries of a fascinating culture that attracts visitors from all over the world.

Por Amura

 

Colorado, Estados Unidos - Amura

Colorado, Estados Unidos

Covered in a white blanket, Colorado is known throughout the world for having the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains. A perfect des- tination for skiing in a fascinating backdrop of incomparable scenery and excellent runs, it is unique 

Por Amura

 

Isla verde, Puerto Rico - Amura

Isla verde, Puerto Rico

A wonder in the sea, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea is a true tourist gem. Its impressive beaches and warm clime wait to invite visitors to relax in a naturally-seductive atmosphere.

Por Amura

 

Aspen, Estados Unidos - Amura

Aspen, Estados Unidos

The perfect climate cloaks the impressive landscapes of Aspen. Its mountains and fine natural locations are ideal for extreme sports, which are exquisite thanks to the area’s characteristic climate. 

Por Amura

 

OUTBOARD
Condado plaza hotel & casino A Resort in a Resort - Amura

Condado plaza hotel & casino A Resort in a Resort

With a “chic” refurbishment and an incred- ible sea view, the Condado Plaza Hotel & Casino is one of the most luxurious hotels in Puerto Rico, located in the country’s capital and only five minutes from San Juan's Historic Center. Close to the main tourist places, a fabulous beach and its new design make it a true urban resort with all the amenities necessary to guar- antee an excellent stay, whether for business or pleasure.

Por Amura

 

FLEET
Ferretti 780 Aesthethics in movement - Viridiana Barahona G.

Ferretti 780 Aesthethics in movement

Absolute magnificence is what sets the renowned Ferretti yacht builders apart, which, with its Ferretti 780 model, confirms the high standard of quality, functionality and aesthetics that can be seen throughout its fleet. Making an elegant contrast with its tones, both above and below decks, the 780 shows that it is possible to find the balance between each essential element from bow to stern to achieve the perfect sailing experience.

Por Viridiana Barahona G.

 

Sd92 San lorenzo Inspiration from the 1940s - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Sd92 San lorenzo Inspiration from the 1940s

With its exterior lines inspired by the Italian and German yachts of the 1940s, this yacht preserves the classic style maintained throughout time and singularizes at the production of San Lorenzo. This beautiful vessel is ready to ensure an impressive and constant maximum speed of 18 knots.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

M/Y midnight sun II Maximum Comfort - Rafael Luna Grajeda

M/Y midnight sun II Maximum Comfort

ISA 120 developed this project aimed at meeting the requirements of yacht owners who love sporting elegance and enjoy large exterior spaces on open yachts, together with the usual interior comforts of a cruiser.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

SAILS
Heading tp the olympics - Manuel Villareal

Heading tp the olympics

I started when I was 7 years old in Valle de Bravo in a Optimist boat later a changed to laser radial then I started in the Europa category I only could use this type of boat one year before Sydney it was not very prepared but it was a great experience then it came the preparation for Athens in that same category the only complication there was that I was still in school so it was complicated to combine both things. Now I'm classified for the Olympics and I'm training in Santander that has very similar conditions in the water than china because most of the time is light winds, strong corrents. After this training we go to Australia the European circuit ant the world championships with the Olympics in sight that are very close now.

Por Manuel Villareal

 

SPECIES
The arches - Eduardo Lugo

The arches

The Mexican coastline conceals many places of impressive beauty, some of which are difficult to reach while others can be easily visited. One of these easier places to visit is the Parque National Marino Los Arcos, just 12 kilometers from Puerto Vallarta marina.

Por Eduardo Lugo

 

JETS
Cirrus Jet - Laura Velázquez

Cirrus Jet

Cirrus Design Corporation closed the year 2007 with one of its most spectacular launchings: The Jet, the most expected plane in the company’s history. And to seal the petition, each one of its future clients made a deposit of 100 thousand dollars for that will be the first “personal jet" in this new market.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLECTION
 

TASTERS
Strip House at the Condado Plaza - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Strip House at the Condado Plaza

Strip House, the famous Manhattan steak restaurant, has opened its doors at the Hotel Condado Plaza of the Luxury Resorts & Hotels chain, in the most exclusive area of San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

Whisky the art of blending - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Whisky the art of blending

Whisky distilled in Scotland, known as Scotch Whisky, is inimitable because only Scotland has the water from the thaws that originate from the colored granite rock formations.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

CONQUERORS
Louise Bourgeois from abjection to melancholy - Anarela Vargas

Louise Bourgeois from abjection to melancholy

There are currently two exhibitions of one of the most important sculptors of the 20th century, Louise Bourgeois, one in Boston and the other in various European and US cities.

Por Anarela Vargas

 

TIPS
Tips & Tops Shangai - Amura

Tips & Tops Shangai

To enter China, visitors will first need to contact the Chinese consular office in their country to obtain approval because a Chinese visa is required. At customs, you will have to show a valid passport and visa at the frontier and once in Chinese territory, visitors are checked and have to declare their belongings and request their clear- ance. 

Por Amura

 

British Columbia

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
 

TIME MACHINE
Conquering the oceans, Cronómetro Maxi Marine  - Cronómetro Maxi Marine

Conquering the oceans, Cronómetro Maxi Marine

Clippers, brigantines, frigates and schooners contributed to write important chapters of the naval history and in the development of the international commerce. Long ago. the navigators were oriented with the help of a sextant, the sun and the horizon as their only guides. The unique precise reference on board was a chronometer.

Por Cronómetro Maxi Marine

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
British Columbia - Patrick Monney

British Columbia

Like from a storybook, one of the most beautiful regions in the world lay hidden in the northwest part of Canada: mountains that outline majestic fjords, islands in all their splendor and in plain view of glacier summits. At Whistler, there is skiing all year round, while in Vancouver, one can sail; in Victoria, the sun shines upon flowers; and in the north, bears are owners of extraordinary scenery. British Columbia is a region of great natural beauty, a spectacular place to sail. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

Innsbruck - Kundalini Muñoz

Innsbruck

At the foot of one of the most important mountain chains of Europe is Innsbruck, capital city of the Austrian state of Tyrol, and is a unique destination for those who love active vacations. Weather it is in summer or in winter, the mountains of Innsbruck is ideal for excursions in green prairies or to get lost skiing in the snow.

Por Kundalini Muñoz

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Bayonne, Francia - Patrick Monney

Bayonne, Francia

At the bank of the Adour River, in the Basque coast, the ancientwalled city impresses for its elegant Sainte Marie cathedral, its intricate alleys, the gothic cellars and its castles. Themarina is a real charm

Por Patrick Monney

 

Montreal, Quebec, Canadá - Patrick Monney

Montreal, Quebec, Canadá

To walk into this city’s downtown streets, is a ride trough time and space. The language as well as the architecture, allow us to discover the French origin of this important city newlanders.

Por Patrick Monney

 

La Baie, Quebec, Canadá - Patrick Monney

La Baie, Quebec, Canadá

The environment’s conservation of Quebec’s territory is one of the biggest attractions. Huge forests extensions and an endless number of rivers and lagoons, allow the contact with numerous natural species.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Sacacomie, Quebec, Canadá - Patrick Monney

Sacacomie, Quebec, Canadá

One hour and a half away fromMontreal, Sacacomie is a fascinating place of woods and lakes that is illuminated with the colors of the autumn, when the leaves are painted of gold, ocher and red. A hotel dominates the scenery and the promenades are diverse and beautiful.

Por Patrick Monney

 

OUTBOARD
Opus Hotel the art of living with style - Patrick Monney

Opus Hotel the art of living with style

In the heart of Yaletown, in the center of Vancouver, the Opus Hotel is a small grand hotel with style and full of freshness. Its contemporary design, the warm and intuitive service, its ambient with homemade soul and the brilliant set make the Opus a place with its own identity that joins to the personality of each host.

Por Patrick Monney

 

SPECIAL REPORT
 

 

FLEET
Esmerald Star - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Esmerald Star

This mega yacht boasts a unique design in its external lines, which is conjugated with the mastery of the arrangement of its internal areas making it ready to embark on long voyages with enough space for 10 guests and nine crew members. The external areas are characterized by large volumes and extensive outdoor spaces, all designed to allow the owner and guests more direct contact with the sea.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

Canados 90 - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Canados 90

Canados launches its first “open” yacht with large areas of glass that give the sensation of being outside thanks to its sophisticated light control system and combi- nation of woods in different tones that contrast with materials such as leather, glass and steel.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

Bradley - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Bradley

The H2X boatyard has launched the MCat 88 BRADLEY, a 26-meter luxury cruising catamaran that sits comfortably in the mega-yacht category since its beam makes it the eguivalent of a 34-meter long mega-yacht, according to the boatyard's specialists.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

BLUE PLANET
The underwater world - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

The underwater world

Before I start, I would like to thank my friends at the Amura magazine for their patience and above all their trust, because I know I am a difficult case.

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

JETS
Epic Victory - Laura Velázquez

Epic Victory

The Epic Victory offers jet speed, latest generation technology and single pilot operation at the most important; at a price of USS 1 million. In honor of its name. I made a successful maiden flight manufacturer. Epic, hopes that it i first Very Light Jet to reach the market with everything a VU must offer.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLECTION
 

GOURMET
Vancouver, haute cuisine - Patrick Monney

Vancouver, haute cuisine

To eat has become an art in British Columbia, and the chefs have decided that the region has to stand out for its refined cuisine. Thanks to its moderate weather, delicate products are cultivated in the orchards and the cattle enjoy tender pastures. L’École, in Victoria, and Elixir are excellent examples of this exquisiteness. In this occasion we selected two of the best restaurants in Vancouver: Raincity Grill and Cin Cin Ristorante.

Por Patrick Monney

 

CONQUERORS
The Aesthetic of Silence of George Seurat - Anarela Vargas

The Aesthetic of Silence of George Seurat

The New York Museum of Modern Art is currently presenting through the beginning of 2008 the Georges Seurat: The Drawings exhibition. It is the first time in almost 25 years that his drawings are being displayed as a collection. The sample shows some 135 pieces of work, mostly in conté crayon on the characteristic French Michallet paper. 

Por Anarela Vargas

 

French Polynesia

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Splendor addiction - Martha Jauffred

Splendor addiction

The art of the jewelry is as old as the human impulse of beautifying ourselves to distinguish from the others, carrying an object of singular beauty. Of all the options that the natural environment offers the most precious were those mineral substances which possessed the capacity of capturing and reflecting the light, such as the stars in the sky.

Por Martha Jauffred

 

TIME MACHINE
Jewel Watches - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Jewel Watches

For over more than 150 years firms like Cartier has gone to the top of the international design of jewel-watches of first quality, many other manufacturers have followed this firm with their proposals in classic and recent designs, always including the mounting of precious stones as diamonds, zephyrs, yellow and white gold, as well as fresh and delicate nacre tones and bracelets in burnished moiré and several finishing’s that contribute to give ultra feminine touches to this kind of pieces.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Barcelona, España - Patrick Monney

Barcelona, España

The great port of the Mediterranean, Barcelona is the fashion city of Europe; a meeting point for all. Its architecture defies time, from the Roman remains, passing through the Gothic quarter to the legacy of Gaudí.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Vatnajökull, Islandia - Patrick Monney

Vatnajökull, Islandia

The Vatnajökull glacier is the largest in Europe and covers active volcanoes. Jokusarlon is one of the points where the ice reaches sea level to create lagoon that is linked to the ocean and where seals swim.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Helsingborg, Suecia - Patrick Monney

Helsingborg, Suecia

 On the Strait of Öresund, opposite Copenhagen, this great port conserves the spell of the ancient hamlets at the foot of its castle. The nearby coastline invites travelers
to explore charming villages.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Uluwatu, Baili, Indonesia - Patrick Monney

Uluwatu, Baili, Indonesia

The Temple of Uluwatu dominates the sea from its site atop a great cliff, situated on a peninsula formed at the south of the seductive island. The sanctuary has been
invaded by monkeys who are expert thieves!

Por Patrick Monney

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
La Polinesia Francesa - Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

La Polinesia Francesa

The Society Archipelago is divided in two parts, the Windward Islands formed by four grand islands, including Tahiti (which in turn is divided in two islands: Tahiti Nui, the biggest, and Tahiti Iti, which is the smallest), Moorea and Etiaora and on the other hand, the Leeward Islands. 200 kilometers from Tahiti, that includes Huahine. Bora Bora. Raiatea. Tahaa and Maupiti.

Por Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

 

SPECIAL REPORT
 

FLEET
Linda Lou - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Linda Lou

Linda Lou is the name of this magnificent yacht from the Lürsen boatyard. With its 60 meter length, it offers all the comforts one could possibly desire for a great voyage or to simply spend enjoyable days out with friends.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

M/Y Illusion - Rafael Luna Grajeda

M/Y Illusion

A presence in black and white with burred walnut with Lalique insets in stainless steel and beveled edge mirror throughout the interior cannot be less than the fifth ISA 120-foot yacht called M/Y Illusion, which was launched last July.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

SAILS
At full sail! - Heriberto Murrieta

At full sail!

On July 12,2007, the Mexican yacht Ruahatú (“God of Wind” in Hawaiian) set sail from San Pedro, in the Gulf of California. So began it's participation in the Trans Pacific Yacht Race, one of the most important regattas in the world that brings together 80 yachts from 30 to 100 feet in length crewed by yachts men of different nationalities.

Por Heriberto Murrieta

 

BLUE PLANET
The Sea Beads after Hurricane Dean - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

The Sea Beads after Hurricane Dean

Mother Nature once again shows her might; this time in the form of a devastating hurricane that struck the coastal areas of the southern part of the State of Quintana Roo. The enormous cyclone struck the towns of Chetumal, Carrillo Puerto, Mahahual, and Chinchorro, with gales of up 300 km per hour.

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

JETS
600 Legacy - Laura Velázquez

600 Legacy

From Brazilian territory arrives the Legacy 600, which offers the largest and most comfortable cabin in the super mid-size business jet category. Its excellent performance, low operating costs and unmatched reliability make it the customer’s best choice. The Legacy 600 enjoys market accept- ance all over the world with more than 100 aircraft in service in 20 countries.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLLECTION
 

CONQUERORS
Hiroshi Sugimoto and the Search for Time - Anarela Vargas

Hiroshi Sugimoto and the Search for Time

The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen Museum, in Düsseldorf, is currently displaying the Hiroshi Sugimoto exhibition through January 2008. The exhibition will continue uninter rupted through the beginning of 2009 in the Salzburg Modern Museum, the Berlin National Gallery and the Lucerne Museum of Art.

Por Anarela Vargas

 

TASTERS
Petit Manseng, unique Stock - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Petit Manseng, unique Stock

Much has been written and commented on the subject of grape stocks. Over 150 varieties have been known, identified, and classified by the specialists, and some of the most frequently mentioned names invariably include Malbec, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux, Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc, among many others.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

Scotland

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Winter on the cities - Martha Jauffred

Winter on the cities

Discovering what is hidden behind the horizon is the challenge that drives us to travelin search always for the farthest cities. Inthe immensity of the world man faces the chaosand the order that meet to form magnificentscenes in which life's conditions are as extreme asthey are beautiful.

Por Martha Jauffred

 

TIME MACHINE
Perpetual Calendar - Enrique Rosas

Perpetual Calendar

Kurt Klaus created over 20 years ago the genial perpetual calendar of Da Vinci. This brilliant watchmaker that works and carries out developments since 50 years ago for IWC, was interviewed by Amura.

Por Enrique Rosas

 

International HighWatchmaker Salon Mexico 2007 - Rafael Luna Grajeda

International HighWatchmaker Salon Mexico 2007

For the first time in Latin America the most coveted firms of high watchmaker's shop metwith their great creations. There, exceptionallimited edition clocks could be seen, and also conceptual, unique pieces and the last news of 2007.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Escocia - Patrick Monney

Escocia

The Scottish coasts are outlined by the rhythm of the tides, alternating rugged cliffs, sandy beaches and gentle hills in theeast, tall mountains resisting the aggressive sea inthe west, and beautiful fiords and enchanted isles.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Jordania - Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

Jordania

The ancient Nabataea city of Petra, excavated in the rock a thousand years ago, has been the most famous image of Jordan for a long time. Although Petra is of the most impressive attractions of the Near Orient, Jordan holds much more attractions for the tourist today.

Por Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Victoria, British Columbia Canadá - Patrick Monney

Victoria, British Columbia Canadá

In the South point of the island of Vancouver, Victoria has a pleasant weather and sun, and the green hills display wonderful colorful gardens. Its port is a natural refuge, beautiful, at the bottom of The Empress Hotel.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Peñiscola, España - Patrick Monney

Peñiscola, España

In the Mediterranean Coast, to the north of Valencia, Peñiscola is located on top of a rock, surrounded by sea and connected to the territory by a small fringe of land. Ancient Arab fortress was see of the Pope Luna.

Por Patrick Monney

 

La Agostura, Argentina - Patrick Monney

La Agostura, Argentina

At the bottom of The Andes, the region of the Argentinean lakes surprises for its majesty and the beauty of its nature. The Angostura is a small cozy town that is sheltered in a bay of the lake, in the middle of the forest, with its charming Las Balsas Hotel.

Por Patrick Monney

 

OUTBOARD
Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park - Amura

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park

In London's heart with an exceptional view over Hyde Park a star shines that welcomes the travelers with fabulous luxury. After admiring its majestic facade, the Mandarin Oriental is a noble invitation to climb its monumental stairway to enter in the world of refinement and let you pamper within a glorious atmosphere.

Por Amura

 

FLEET
Flamingo Daze - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Flamingo Daze

Sitting on the shores of Lake Ijsselmeer, the Hakvoort boatyard presents the Flamingo Daze, designed exclusively so that its owner may sail the world intensively but with low maintenance and great technical accessibility.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

Zoom Zoom  - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Zoom Zoom

From bow to stern, every detail surprises and stimulates the desire on boarding this impressive yacht. Once onboard, one realizes why this nautical beauty is so named; because it's more, more and more.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

116 Azimut - Rafael Luna Grajeda

116 Azimut

The new Azimut 116 yacht has mirror type windows that reflect the epitome of modem Italian design. As one of the main yacht builders in the world. Azimut has continually defied the rules to create yachts that exceed its customers requirements and its own expectations.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

HOOK
Un Bisbee´s blanco y negro a todo color - Juan Manuel Orbea

Un Bisbee´s blanco y negro a todo color

As has happened for 27 years, last October the Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament 2007 was held in Los Cabos. Bisbee’s Black & Blue is the most important fishing tournament in the world, in which fishing boats from all over the world gather for a chance to win the prize of US$5 million, the biggest prize for tournament of this nature.

Por Juan Manuel Orbea

 

SPECIES
Pelícanos - Eduardo Lugo

Pelícanos

The pelicans are easily recognizable due to their particular beak. It counts with a bag in the inferior maxillary which gives them the sloppy and clumsy appearance, even though it’s truly one of the birds that better fly. And not only that they also swim and dive.

Por Eduardo Lugo

 

JETS
850 Challenger - Laura Velázquez

850 Challenger

One of the characteristics of the executive jets, specially the widebody (wide cabin), is the easiness to adapt to the needs of the companies that look for an ideal transport for their executives.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLECTION
 

GOURMET
Cocina refinanda en Escocia - Patrick Monney

Cocina refinanda en Escocia

Region of hearty eaters, Scotland seduces with excellent tables created by outstanding chefs who compete in refinement. The dishes are elaborated with exceptional products, and what to say about the whisky, the incredible smoked salmon, as well as the other fishes, or the mutton that is prepared with flavor and the sausages as the haggis (stuffed paunch) or the morcilla... Are exquisite specialties. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

CONQUERORS
Olafur Eliasson - Anarela Vargas

Olafur Eliasson

The exhibition Take your time: Olafur Eliasson, which is actually presented in the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) and will last until February of 2008. compels a great spectrum of the projects realized by the artist since 1993. This retrospective, of halfway through the artistic trajectory, will be pre- senting subsequently in: the Museum of Modern Art, Nueva York; Dallas Museum of Art; Museum of Contemporary Art, Sydney. Australia.

Por Anarela Vargas

 

Easter Island

 

RENDEZ-VOUS
Fall Horizon - Martha Jauffred

Fall Horizon

Fall is a season of change, nature transforms to reveal to different panorama, which makes dressing differently necessary to adapt to the changes in the weather. Fortunately, this transition is the perfect excuse for the arrival of a very full season in which all the fashion resources are at their highest. 

Por Martha Jauffred

 

TIME MACHINE
Lange 31 - Rafael Luna Grajeda

Lange 31

No other watch runs longer: The new manually wound A. Lange & Söhne timepiece has a power reserve of one month. That is why it has been named the LANGE 31. Another innovation, a constant-force escapement, assures that power delivery is uniform throughout the entire 31-day period. Additionally, Lange reintroduces the venerable key winding mechanism.

Por Rafael Luna Grajeda

 

INTERNATIONAL COMPASS
Isla de Pascua - Patrick Monney / Turismo de Chile

Isla de Pascua

The Chilean coasts offer surprises and fascinating contrasts with beautiful and wild bays. Chile extends from the Tropic of Capricorn to Patagonia, with a wide variety of climates and landscapes. On this trip, we wanted to visit two of the country’s most unusual landscapes: Easter Island and the Central Coast, from Pichilemu to Zapallar, a voyage that includes Vina del Mar and Valparaiso.

Por Patrick Monney / Turismo de Chile

 

Birmania Myanmar - Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

Birmania Myanmar

Enclaved in the southern part of Asia, Myanmar is the name used by the locals to describe their home, which is the place named by the British as Burma. Since 1989, the original name is been used to denominate the land, also known as the “Land of Gold” because of its natural wealth and generous climate.

Por Jolanda Bonazzola de BCD Travel

 

WINDOWS TO THE WORLD
Valencia, España - Patrick Monney

Valencia, España

Beautiful city in the Mediterranean coast, where gothic, baroque,modernist andmodern architecture are mixed. The port has been completely renovated for the Copa América, and offers an exceptional marina. Valencia is one of the largest cities of Spain, and is among the most animated.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Mar Muerto, Jordania e Israel - Patrick Monney

Mar Muerto, Jordania e Israel

With coast in these two countries, the Dead Sea is located 416 m below the sea level; it has 75 km long and 6 to 16 km wide. Its strong salt concentration (33 %) does not allow animal or vegetable life, and people floats without the possibility of sinking.

Por Patrick Monney

 

Fiordos, British Columbia, Canadá - Patrick Monney

Fiordos, British Columbia, Canadá

Between Bella Bella and Prince Ruppert, the coast of British Columbia is an enigmatic region of fjords and channels among snow- covered mountains that offer a fabulous landscape adorned with waterfalls and is home to bears and whales. 

Por Patrick Monney

 

OUTBOARD
Ineludible en Chile: Sheraton Miramar - Patrick Monney

Ineludible en Chile: Sheraton Miramar

Each country has sites and hotels with great charm. In Chile there are two very attractive cities, Santiago and Vina del Mar, with luxurious and enticing hotels that invite us to visit them.

Por Patrick Monney

 

FLEET
Kismet pure design and luxury - Enrique Rosas

Kismet pure design and luxury

In a very unique opportunity Amura Yachts and Lifestyle was one of the firsts to get an inside peek of one of the most recent, luxury and breathtaking Megayachts: “The Kismet”.

Por Enrique Rosas

 

Trinity Cakewalk - Viridiana Barahona G.

Trinity Cakewalk

Cakewalk is an extraordinary vessel distinguished by the luxury and design that is characteristic of the Trinity yacht builders. Each detail of this masterpiece offers comfort on the high seas to make your guests feel like they were at home.

Por Viridiana Barahona G.

 

Maratani - Edmundo A. Eguiarte

Maratani

Beginning with the name of the yacht builder. Sensation, we can deduce its intentions, and it achieves them for its clients: a another level yachts that offer a great feeling as an experience. Part of its commercial strategy is the construction of semi personalized yachts of 115, 130 and 150 feet in length, with forecasts to launch 20 of them in the next five years.

Por Edmundo A. Eguiarte

 

BLUE PLANET
Sleeping sharks in theMexican Caribbean - Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

Sleeping sharks in theMexican Caribbean

For a long time it was thought that sharks were unable to sleep because they had to obtain oxygen from the water while they swam, apart from that the underwater bladder is not designed for these animals to rest on the sea bed. 

Por Alberto Friscione Carrascosa

 

JETS
Learjet 45 XR - Laura Velázquez

Learjet 45 XR

The Canadian aircraft builder Bombardier has reinvented the concept of the super light jet specially designed for large corporations. The new, improved version, the Learjet 45 XR offers important benefits. Among them, a longer range carrying more passengers, shorter take-off distances in warm weather and high altitudes, faster rate of climb to the ideal ceiling and a greater cruising speed.

Por Laura Velázquez

 

TOYS COLLECTION
 

GOURMET
Author’s kitchen in Zapallar - Patrick Monney

Author’s kitchen in Zapallar

Zapallar es el pueblo más exclusivo de la costa chilena, a poca distancia de Viña de Mar, hacia el norte. Los suntuosos paisajes aguardan con una de las mejores mesas de Chile: el restaurante Cala del Hotel Isla Seca, acogedor y lujoso hotel con encanto peculiar.

Por Patrick Monney

 

CONQUERORS
Jeff Wall: reality and its caesura - Anarela Vargas

Jeff Wall: reality and its caesura

Through the end of September, the Art Institute of Chicago is presenting the Jeff Wall exhibition before it is moved to the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art through January el 2008. The exhibition brings together 41 works representative of the work produced by the artist for almost three decades.

Por Anarela Vargas