I recently attended a New York event hosted by Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCL) announcing their link with Faberge. I think the message was… if you are into luxury this is your cruise line. Faberge Brand is Provocative The House of Faberge is controversial. In 1885 the brand’s name was equated with both opulence and scandal. While the […]
Guardian of Italian Luxury: Lust not Love
I was recently asked what I would buy with my lottery winnings (should I be so lucky) if real estate, yachts, and airplanes were not allowed. My thoughts immediately turned to Italian luxury fashion, fixtures, furniture, and experiences (including wine, spirits, and travel). Italy is at the head of the line in the highly competitive […]
Wine Links the Catenas with the Rothschilds: Enter New CARO
Rum is your Brain Food, Alcohol, and New York Lifestyle
Rum could be placed in a FOOD group, after all – it is made entirely from sugar cane elements; it might even be considered a dessert, because it is sweet. However, it is a spirit and placed among alcoholic beverages with unique advantages that include antibacterial properties, and it has been recommended to treat strep […]
Why can’t a hospital be more like a hotel?
Medical tourism destinations, like Bangkok or Dubai, make hospitals more than a hotel. BUT entering a New York emergency room or hospital can be a terrifying experience. If you have been a patient in a New York hospital or spent time in a New York Emergency room, you know that the absence of a positive […]
Caribbean: Flaws in Paradise
“If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion, and avoid the people, you might better stay home.” – James Michener Reality is Harsh There are at least two sides to the Caribbean tourism industry: the side travelers experience as they transit from airports in air-conditioned vans and limos to their hotels, and the locals’ […]
You are Elegant and Sophisticated? Pour Bordeaux into Your Glass!
Bordeaux Winemakers Started Early Bordeaux, formerly known as Burdigala, dates back to the 3rd century when the Celtic tribes decided to settle in a beautiful spot, located on the western coast of the Baronne River. Latin Poet, Ausonius, first recorded mention of wine production in Bordeaux in AD 350 and a château still bears his name, […]
Lugana, Italy: Wines Waiting in the Wings
Lugana, located in the vinicultural region of northern Italy, sits at the southern end of Lake Garda. Lugana, derived from the Latin Lacus Lucanus (lake in the woods) is noted for its wines, and the region also offers incredible tourism opportunities as the religious influences from the Middle Ages especially in the towns of San Benedetto […]
Asia thumps New York fashion
According to the Business of Fashion Report (McKinsey & Company 2017), “The West will no longer be the global stronghold for fashion sales.” …And the winners are from Taiwan Unless you are Rihanna (who wore Beijing, China-based designer Guo Pei’s yellow cape dress at the Met Gala last year)… …and have access to the best […]
Wines for those who care about what they drink: Lago di Garda
Wines for those who care about what they drink: Lago di Garda So Many Choices Italy’s Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MIPAAF) has determined that there are over 350 grapes that have “authorized” status in the country. In addition, there are more than 500 other documented varieties in circulation. With so many choices, wine confusion […]