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The last couple of months fl ew by. It feels as if we just fi nished penning our

last issue about Europe and now here we are, with more destinations, res-

taurants, fashion, trinkets and, above all, loads of luxury. Inside this issue

you will fi nd page after page of irresistible temptations, the best of the best!

Whether you are looking for the latest fall trends or exquisite champagne, a unique

resort in a faraway land or a rare wine at auction, it’s all within these pages.

Begin with the Looks and Musts sections, offering fashionable selections and the es-

sentials for pulling together terrifi c outfi ts. Nothing feels quite as luxurious as an exqui-

site watch upon your wrist, making time stylish and sophisticated. If bling is your thing,

go straight to our jewelry page, simply on fi re!

Inspired by travel? Jump to Travel & Tips, a piece dedicated to fi ve unbelievable hotels

that must be seen and enjoyed. For foodies, we offer fi ve excellent California alterna-

tives. Flavors you’ll love to savor.

Our equestrian passion lingers in London, with an intriguing Olympic outlook. From

the scene in southern California, including an American training icon, Karen Healey, to

the upcoming Last Vegas National at the Southpoint in Las Vegas, Nevada plus a sneak

peek at Old Salem and Sonoma, we look back as well as ahead.

Whether it is shopping or spas that you seek, let these pages take you away fi gura-

tively and then plan to get away literally. ‘Tis the season, but then isn’t it always?

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DESIRESSome of the best champagnes

for celebrating.

DIVINE DINNINGFive outstanding restaurants

in California.

FROM WEST TO EASTKaren Healey talks about how

the west has won.

SPAGet pampered at one of these

luxurious spas.

TRAVEL & TIPSFive of the most amazing resorts

from around the world.

JOURNAL OF...Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier.

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equestrian events.

LAWS OF STYLELuxurious items that chould be

part of your everyday life.

ContentOctober / November

EXPRESSIONS

NEWS Keep up with all the new gadgets

and fashion for fall.

HOURS Classic watches for him;

white timepieces for her.

LUSITANO HORSESHaras dos Cavaleiros:

going global.

LOOKS Update your wardrobe with

some key pieces.

OLYMPICS An impressive and memorable

Olympic Games for equestrians.

MUST Accessories are an essential part

for staying warm while being

cool this fall.

WOMAN OF STYLE Vera Wang talks about her

success as a designer.

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EXPRESSIONS

Keep up with all the new gadgets

and fashion for fall.


An impressive and memorable

Olympic Games for equestrians.

Accessories are an essential part

Get pampered at one of these

luxurious spas.

TRAVEL & TIPSFive of the most amazing resorts

from around the world.

JOURNAL OF...Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier.

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equestrian events.

LAWS OF STYLELuxurious items that chould be

part of your everyday life.

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NEWSNew items on the market that are all the rage worldwide. You gotta have them all!

HOURSTime to go back to the classics. Wear watches that tran-scend time.

OLYMPICSThe Olympic Games are over but the equestrian impres-sion carries on.

HARAS DOS CAVALEIROSA passionate couple builds a dream come true.

WOMAN OF STYLEWords of wisdom from Vera Wang, one of the most infl uential design-ers of this decade.

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Ballerina FlatsHAPPINESS : JUST A STEP AWAY!

THANK YOU FLATS FOR COMBINING STYLE AND COMFORT like

no other accessory. Becoming our favorite shoes of the season, you’ve shown

us that being fashionable and feeling at ease can go hand in hand.

Yes, high heels are an irresistible item for almost every woman; fi gure en-

hancing, heels give us that sense of height, allure and elegance. But in this

fast-paced world, no other footwear understands and suits the needs of the

modern woman better than a pair of fl ats or ballerinas. Real women, those

running from here to there without stopping, taking their kids to school, at-

tending important business meetings—dressing up and dressing down—

need, and deserve, optimal footwear. Comfortable, stylish and distinctive, with

that touch of practicality and functionality that today’s busy lifestyle demands.

How Ballerina fl ats got there name is no accident—most everything in

fashion is recycled from past centuries. It began in the Middle Ages where

men wore pompes, a similar type of fl at shoe that was at the height of

fashion. In the sixteenth century, these shoes, or pompes, became popular

among women as well as men. Later, during the French revolution, these

shoes evoked an entirely different connotation—one of rebellion. Ballerinas

were revived as a symbol of protest against the despised, overly indulgent

Marie Antoinette who walked to the guillotine in a pretty pair of high heels.

Jumping to the late 1950’s, the popularity of ballerina fl ats returned when

Audrey Hepburn used a pair of ballet shoes with skinny jeans in the movie

Funny Face, creating an “everyday look” that thousands of women wanted

to emulate. More recently, designers like Lanvin and Tory Burch launched

fl ashy, stylish versions of this popular trend.

Nowadays, ballerinas are truly a fashion classic. They are the go-to-shoe

for any occasion, and if styled correctly, have the same effect as an amaz-

ing pair of heels—without the pain! Popular among girls and women of

all ages, ballet fl ats are an indispensable item and the most versatile ally

of the female wardrobe.

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fl ashy, stylish versions of this popular trend.

Nowadays, ballerinas are truly a fashion classic. They are the go-to-shoe

for any occasion, and if styled correctly, have the same effect as an amaz-

ing pair of heels—without the pain! Popular among girls and women of

all ages, ballet fl ats are an indispensable item and the most versatile ally

of the female wardrobe.



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FOR THE MOST EXCLUSIVE PROTECTION of and the highest secu-

rity for your valuables, count on Döttling. The thorough craftsmanship of

this German house is intensely focused on details. In addition to working

with important designers such as Karl Lagerfeld, the German fi rm is also

known for restoring historical safes, and providing high-security boxes for

the most demanding clients and select experts worldwide. Each Döttling

is a high-tech, luxurious and elegant masterpiece, built for the tranquility

and pleasure of their loyal clientele. The fourth generation of this fi ne lock-

smith—with Markus Döttling in charge—remains faithful to the objectives

of its founding in 1919: achieving incomparable beauty and unique quality

in each piece.

Recently, Döttling extended the range of their safes through The Chame-leon and The Bel-Air series. Inside the latter, we fi nd the most exquisite

and exclusive handmade-fi rst class watchcase.

The novelty of this customized safe lies in its “Touch & Move” system—

a multi-touch panel for the individual control of watch winders. It allows

customers to program each watch winder individually and, at the same

time, to digitally store a wide range of data and information on each re-

spective watch. This creation demonstrates the great innovative power and

strength of Döttling’s engineers and technicians, as well as their absolute

technical perfection, their attention to classic timeless design and as al-

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exceptional elements, it

features a unique vertical

power reserve indicator

and elegant annular case

Distinction

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Royal Oak collection,

ushering in new trends

in watch design and

production. This

Exceptional movementThe new Giga Tourbillon,

powered by four barrels,

required an extremely

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design of an octagonal

case with exposed screws.

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Class and Perfection

designed by the talented

Jean-François Mojon and

Kari Voutilainen. The

most fascinating part of

the watch is its balance

wheel that seems to fl oat

above the dial!

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Tradition and eleganceIn an exclusive

collaboration with the

Musée International

d’Horlogerie, Zenith

introduces the Captain

Winsor Annual Calendar

Watch. With a base in-

house made El Primero

Chronograph movement,

Zenith and the MIH have

developed a special

new module that adds a

practical and handsome

annual calendar to the

Captain family mix.

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HOURSHOURSHOURSHOURS

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Harmony of whitesHublot has created the fi rst

38mm diameter Big Bang,

to suit the slender wrist. Its

design incorporates the Big

Bang signature characteris-

tics, while its diamond-set

bezel and the sober dial

embody femininity.

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Silver sunrayRadiating an elegant, yet seductive charm,

the Premier large chronograph brings an

ultra-feminine feel to the timepiece by com-

bining horological tradition with fi ne

jewelry design.

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SportiliciousThis timepiece measures

40mm in diameter and

is available in 18 carat

rose gold on a variety

of rubber straps. Dials

in black or white are

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Feline charmThe Cat’s Eye collection features an exquisite marriage

of feminine curves with precious mechanisms. Girard-

Perregaux presents a new facet of this collection, with

an elegant and beautifully balanced small second mark-

ing the time ticking by on the mother of pearl dial.

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Haras Dos Cavaleiros:

GOING GLOBAL

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Lusitano breeders Carmina Zamorano and Rafael

Chávez Monzon are passionate about the Lusita-

no horse, Zamorano and Chávez Monzon have

imported their herd of Veiga-bred Lusitanos to

Texas, which includes highly regarded mares and

stallions who have earned top honors in Portugal,

Brazil and Mexico.

“We began moving our horses from Mexico to The Woodlands,

Texas, three years ago,” says Carmina Zamorano. “Now, we are

building a facility nearby to showcase them—a place where both

our old friends and new ones can come to enjoy the horses and

learn about Working Equitation and Dressage from some of the

world’s top trainers.”

Building a deluxe home for riders, the facility will include a very

luxe boutique hotel featuring spa areas for both men and women,

with sauna and steam rooms, massage areas and locker rooms, and

a gym. A swimming pool, hotel bar, restaurant and a media lounge

where clinic riders can enjoy a cocktail, review and talk about their

ride videos also add to the resort ambiance.

The adjoining training facility is state-of-the-art, with a lovely

stucco 42-stall barn and a 25 by 60-meter indoor arena overlooked

by an observation lounge that rivals any top class facility. The prop-

erty also has a separate office and a chapel built overlooking the

lake—just the place for a destination wedding. The equestrian re-

sort will also be marketed to groups for special events, an entrepre-

neurial idea that is typical of Zamorano, whose “other business” is a

highly successful financial consulting company in Mexico.

This husband and wife team made a major splash at the 2010

World Equestrian Games in Kentucky with their glittering glass

Lusitano Lounge, whose purpose was to introduce the Lusitano

and Working Equitation to a totally new audience in the United

States. in addition to sponsoring Working Equitation competition

and exhibitions at major shows such as the IALHA Nationals and

The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show near Houston,

Haras Dos Cavaleiros, has recently hosted Jorge de Souza first

Working Equitation Champion of the World, team and Individual,



as a special guest for their Grand Opening and to teach a clinic at

the new facility.

Haras Dos Cavaleiros is currently open for business Zamorano

emphasizes:“We have three very fine young trainers here now

working with our horses and those of our clients, and we are hap-

py to schedule lessons in equitation while we are finishing up the

facility,” Carmina says.

Breeding the best horse for Working Equitation Rafael Chávez

Monzon began collecting Lusitanos more than ten years ago, and

has leveraged that investment to produce his homebred Xper-

to, a charismatic bay stallion that has won every major award in

Mexico,including National Champion in 2004 and 2006 and Best

Male born in Mexico. He was also IALHA,Champion Stallion and

Champion in Dressage Sport Horse in Hand at The Pin Oak Charity

Horse Show in 2011, his first show-ring appearance in the United

States.Haras Dos Cavaleiros also stands five other stallions from

Portugal and Brazil who have won more major awards than we can

list here. The best news is that Rafael is willing to work with aspir-

ing breeders, even accepting payment plans on stud fees.

The goodwill is palpable; the couple wants to share their dream

with fellow enthusiasts, with advocates like Rafael Chávez Monzon

and Carmina Zamorano, the future of Lusitano Horses in the Ameri-

cas and beyond is looking very bright.

Haras Dos Cavaleiros will be taking their Lusitano Lounge pro-

moting Working Equitation to the 2014 World Equestrian Games

in Normandy, France, joining Alltech and a number of other global

brands who champion equine sports. harasdoscavaleiros.com


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OH SO MANY NEW TRENDS for us to try

this fall. One of our favorite combos is to mix classic

items with something funky and fun. Take classic to

a new level by accessorizing with jewelry, shoes and

bags; go ahead make a statement.

1. Notch upclassicWear this amazing statement

necklace with a simple or

monochromatic look that

brings attention to this piece.

carolinaherrera.com

2. Zip upThis sleek jacket showcases

is the epitome of luxe clas-

sics. Layer over tailored

pieces to facilitate a fashion-

forward, polished look.

massimodutti.com

3. Over sized GlamourBe effortlessly glamorous

with these berry-hued

acetate shades and frames.

Gives cool-weather looks a

kiss of color.

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Outside the Box

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4. Time is moneyDistinctively dressy

and luxurious yet pairs

perfectly with a favorite

t-shirt and jean combo.

Also smashing with a

color-pop dress for fall.

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5. Two tonebootiesThis pair of contrasting

sleek suede and burgun-

dy leather ankle boots is

a definite. Beautiful for

fall affairs.

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6. Animal instinctLeopard-print lends

fi erce appeal to this

Mulberry highly coveted

Harriet tote. A fi ne com-

panion for any outfi t.

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iconic animal jewelry. This

time we chose a more

conservative bracelet. While

equally astonishing, its color,

texture and enamel refl ect a

different spirit of the brand.

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Brazilian expressionThe Renascenca necklace by Caleidoscopio was carefully

and beautifully handcrafted in Brazil. This Pacifi c opal,

silver-plated piece with ornate tribal designs and blazing

jewels is simply irresistible.

us.swarovski-elements.com

Like raindropsThese beautiful sapphire drop earrings

fl atter the female face. Its color is ideal for

highlighting any eye color. They are modestly

sized, and hinged for a gentle sway. A good

choice to grace any evening gown.

bergerandson.com

Vintage ornamentThis mystery-set sapphire and diamond

leaf brooch is a 1930’s Van Cleef & Arpels

classic. The setting of the gems makes it an

extraordinary vintage piece.

vancleefarpels.com

Diva glowThis 118 carat aquamarine

stone with 7.43 carats of

round brilliant diamonds

set in 18-carat white

gold necklace is without

a doubt a breathtaking

jewel, to be worn on those

truly special occasions.

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FRED ASTAIRE, GARY COOPER AND PRINCE CHARLES are just

some of the clients that Anderson & Sheppard have dressed over their

fi rst century of existence.

In literal terms, bespoke means “made to the buyer’s specifi cation,” or, per-

sonally tailored. Since their very beginning, Anderson & Sheppard have been

a prominent establishment at Savile Row—the street in London that more

than a dozen of the most exclusive bespoke tailoring houses call home.

Anderson & SheppardSAVILE ROW TAILORS SINCE 1906

Although the fi rm was founded by Per Anderson and Sheppard Sydney in

1906, it was the German tailor Frederick Scholte, Per’s mentor, to whom A&S

owe their hallmark: the famous “London cut.”

Anderson & Sheppard were founding members of the Sa-

vile Row Bespoke Association, which was created to protect

and develop the art of bespoke tailoring. In March 2005,

they decided to leave their beloved “bespoke row” and

move to 32 Old Burlington Street.

Much was said about how the new location

would affect the brand, however, Ander-

son & Sheppard proved it was not Savile

Row that defi ned them—it was the cut-

ters, tailors and salesmen with whom

their customers had developed lasting

relationships that mattered. It was the

pleasant experience of choosing fabrics,

linings and buttons for their custom-

ers’ latest wardrobe update, and, above

all, the distinctive way an Anderson &

Sheppard suit looks and feels: smooth,

elegant and with a perfect cut, that

confi rms the radical founding ideal of

the fi rm: “The suit shouldn’t wear the

man; the man should wear the suit.”

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FALL IS HERE and not only is the weather chang-

ing, but the scope of your closet should as well.

Bundling up comes to mind when we think of cooler

temperatures, so don’t be afraid to put on multiple

layers. Get adventurous by mixing a variety of textures,

patterns, and accessories. Knitted sweaters are making

a big comeback this season; go ahead and wear one to

work under your tailored jacket. On weekends you can

pair a sweater with a leather jacket and some denims

for a sophisticated yet relaxed style.

ModernGentleman

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1. Hipster lookTake golden age glamour everywhere

you go with these shades inspired by

intellectuals of the 1920s era.

oliverpeoples.com

2. Time travelerBeat jet lag with this refi ned watch,

created especially for frequent

travelers.

harrywinston.com

3. Classic writingFountain pens for those who love

timeless, classic designs in bright

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4. Outdoor allyStyle and comfort come to-

gether in this vest, ideal for

all fall outdoor activities.

carolinaherrera.com

5. Out of town An upscale yet functional

duffl e is an essential

accessory for those

unexpected business and

pleasure trips.

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6. Stripes of funMix a polished and

sophisticated look with a

fun and modern twist, and

the result is this handsome,

multicolored asymmetric

bow tie.

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London Was an Epic Backdrop for Equestrian Sport at 2012 Olympic Games.It was, from beginning to end, an unforgettable Olympics for many reasons, not the least of which that the

Games took place in the heart of an equestrian friendly nation. ARTICLE AND PHOTOS BY ERIN GILMORE


From the swell of twenty thousand spectators screaming in unison

as their favorite riders completed the course, to the pricked ears

and widened equine eyes of 74 elite show jumping couples tak-

ing in the massive track and its glorious surroundings, to the tiny

child’s desire to get an autograph from a newly minted medalist.

“It was an unbelievable experience,” said Team Gold Medalist Ben Maher of

Great Britain. “Normally I don’t hear anything when I ride in… In Greenwich

it was pretty hard not to get distracted by the great roar of the crowd. The

main thing was that the horse stayed focused.”

Future Games are now faced with the monumental task of creating a venue

that could even come close to the impressive setting and epic backdrops that

Greenwich Park provided for the 2012 equestrian and pentathlon Olympic

events. Vistas of London high-rises rose up behind cross-country obstacles,

and the Queen’s Residence served as a stately witness to every moment of

competition inside the main stadium.

Show jumpers cleared obstacles that splendidly refl ected themes of Lon-

don landmarks and Greenwich Park’s history. A nod to the historic Royal

Observatory, which sits above the Park and looked down on the stadium,

was seen in obstacles such as the three-day eventing competition’s impres-

sive crescent moon jump.

OLYMPICS, GLORIO US OLYMPICS! OLYMPICS, GLORIO US OLYMPICS, GLORIO US

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Opposite top:London bridge with

Olympic Rings.

Opposite bottom: Crescent Moon jump.

This page top:Flexible and Fellers

looking great at the jog.

Middle: Swiss rider Steve Guerdat holds

his Olympic Gold Medal.

Bottom:Big Star and Nick

Skelton on their way to Team Gold.

The centerline of the Olympic Stadium ran exactly along the prime

meridian line, the place where measurements of time and location

were established in 1661, over 350 years ago. All of the Olympic

riders were literally galloping along this historical prime meridian,

at which longitude is measured at 0°, and the Eastern and Western

Hemispheres begin. That deep-rooted history laid a sort of rever-

ence on the competition, where the ground seemed so hallowed

that the horses more often rode above rather than on it.

RIDING ON AIROnce the setting for royal foxhunts, Greenwich Park is the oldest

enclosed Royal Park, and one of 188 natural World Heritage Sites.

Leading up to the Games, citizens of the Royal Borough of Green-

wich strongly objected to the idea of horses (not to mention the

thousands of spectators) galloping upon and possibly damaging the

historic grounds of the Park. Olympic footing contractor Andrews

Bowen and American footing experts Equestrian Services Interna-

tional worked together with Games organizers to come up with the

solution—for the fi rst time in history, the equestrian competition

was built atop a raised, temporary platform.

The massive scope of this project cannot be fully realized until

standing under the stadium that was constructed on that platform,

and gazing up at scaffolding that held thousands upon thousands of

equestrian fans, who made the stands echo with their thundering feet

when a hometown rider went clear.

OLYMPICS, GLORIO US OLYMPICS! A glimpse of the interconnected warm-up rings, stables, and paths

to and from the stadium told the same story—a network of steel and

wood platforms built to create a buffer between the ground and the

surfaces where horses passed.

Early concerns over the correct formula of sand materials that

would balance concussion on the platform with a ridable surface

were solved by the time the Games began, and under ever-changing

skies that ranged from downpour to blazing summer heat, the riding

surface held up brilliantly, from beginning to end.

The horses proved to be most adaptable, taking to their high rise

without issue, and focusing completely on the task at hand.

NEWLY MINTED STARSWhen Cian O’Connor of Ireland picked up a single costly time fault

aboard Blue Lloyd, relegating him to a jump off for silver, the Indi-

vidual Gold Medal in show jumping went to Swiss rider Steve Guer-

dat who had a perfect two round score on that fi nal day. As the clock

stopped for O’Connor, Guerdat’s team all embraced, including his

father Philippe. A horseman himself, the elder Guerdat was Steve’s

fi rst coach and biggest supporter. Bringing an Individual Gold Medal

home to Switzerland was a dream come true.

After fi nishing 2nd to Rich Fellers in the 2012 FEI World Cup Final

this past April, 30 year old Guerdat felt certain that his horse, the 11

year old Selle Francis gelding Nino des Buissonnets, had the ability

to produce good results at the Olympics.


2SILVER

Gerco Schroder,

NED, London

1GOLD

Steve Guerdat, SUI,

Nino Des Buissonnets

1GOLD

Great Britain

Nick Skelton, Big Star

Ben Maher, Tripple X

Scott Brash, Hello Sanctos

Peter Charles, Vindicat

Top: Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro perform for the gold.

Bottom: Show Jumping Medalists Schroder, Guerdat and O'Connor.

OLYMPIC SHOW JUMPING:INDIVIDUAL MEDALISTS TEAM MEDALISTS

“I knew I had a freak of a horse under me,” said Guerdat. “In Den

Bosch (at the World Cup Final) it was clear to me that if I rode well

I could be an Olympic Champion.”

As Guerdat galloped around the packed stadium for victory hon-

ors after the Olympic awards ceremony, he held the reins in one

hand and picked up the gold medal from around his neck, staring

down at it in wonder. The enormity of his accomplishment seemed

to dawn on him at that moment; he had just ended an 88-year eques-

trian medal drought for his country.

DREAMS AND DISAPPOINTMENTS German eventer Michel Jung won the Individual Gold Medal in

eventing on his 30th birthday, capping an unforgettable three phases

aboard Sam, the horse that also carried him to the Individual and

Team World Equestrian Games Championship in 2010 and European

Championship title in 2011. Germany also won Team Gold in Event-

ing, making Jung the most decorated individual eventer in history.

Dressage rider Charlotte Dujardin of Great Britain also made his-

tory when she claimed the fi rst-ever Olympic medals in dressage

for Britain. The Individual and Team Gold Medalist stormed to

victory aboard Valegro, a 10-year-old Dutch bred stallion, less than

two years after beginning her grand prix dressage career. A mere

18 months earlier, 26-year-old Dujardin was grooming for team-

mate and coach, Carl Hester. Recognizing Dujardin’s enormous

talent, Hester helped her to advance quickly from groom to grand

prix rider by continuing to allow her to ride Valegro, who was orig-

inally brought into the stable as a sale horse.

The realization of dreams made this particular Olympic compe-

tition unforgettable for many riders. Others did not perform well

enough for medals, heartbreaking yet fuel for improvement.

The United States fi nished equal sixth in the show jumping team

competition, with just one American fi nishing in the top ten individu-

als. World Cup Champions Rich Fellers and Flexible had high hopes

for a medal, but the team collected a handful of faults after fi ve incred-

ible months of no fault, well-earned wins earlier in the year.

“I didn’t think the Olympics would be easy, I never thought that.

But sometimes you learn more from defeat than from success,” Fell-

ers noted. “I think we learned a lot during the week.”

WIN OR LOSE, THE GAMES WERE GLORIOUSIt had been decades since equestrian events at an Olympic Games

were folded into an urban landscape that was in the immediate area

of other Olympic venues. Sitting well inside the city limits of Lon-

don on the shores of the river Thames, Greenwich gave equestrian

sport the stage of a lifetime. Just steps outside the gates to the park,

the Borough’s many hotels were fi lled with riders, grooms, media

and spectators who fi ltered into local restaurants after the day’s

events, or stopped in for a cup of coffee on their way to the competi-

tion in the mornings. Truly glorious.

3BRONZECian O’Connor,

IRL, Blue Lloyd 12

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The Netherlands

Jur Vrieling, Bubalu

Maikel van der Vleuten, Verdi

Marc Houtzager, Tamino

Gerco Schroder, London

3BRONZESaudi Arabia

HRH Prince Abdullah Al Saud, Davos

Kamal Bahamdan, Noblesse des Tess

Ramzy Al Duhami, Bayard van de Villa There

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Splashes of dreams and symphonies of nature come alive on stage. Renowned theatrics of aerialists and acrobats and the magical technology of North America’s most innovative theatre

productions mark anniversaries as they spread the love of the horse around the world.

EQUESTRIAN THEATRE SPREADS ITS VISION AROUND THE WORLD

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There are no "characters" in Cavalia. The performances are as natural and neutral as possible. The only stars of the show are the horses!

The continuous and whirling pace of the show is a feast for the spectator's eyes. Each number requires a lot of work, invention, and coordination that remains unseen by the audience. Pure enchantment!

through curtains and projection. “There is so much depth that you

feel like you’re on the Mongolian steppes, like a National Geograph-

ic photography, viewing the most amazing landscape in the world.”

Cavalia portrays the intricate relationship between horse and human.

Odysseo describes what human and horse have accomplished together.

“This show is about a fabulous journey with the horse traveling

through the world’s natural environment. If one word describes

this journey, it is ‘beauty’. In this show everything is beautiful... It’s

simple, but you let the horse be a horse and that creates the magic.

We wanted to feel like the horses are galloping in nature, through a

big fi eld. That was the dream.”

Here, for example, is one of the last scenes of show. (No, this is not

a spoiler alert.) Six Arabian horses literally run at liberty though the

onstage lake of 80,000 gallons of water. They just run and run with

their tails in the air and bounding with joy—until they decide they

have had enough. That could be 30 seconds or two minutes. And

when they are done playing, they just walk off stage.

Normand Latourelle takes every opportunity to enhance the en-

chantment he saw when that fi rst horse walked across his stage and

the audience was mesmerized. Both shows impart the beauty, peace

and balance of the horse in nature.

“If you push too much, the horses are unhappy or tense. They re-

spond positively if you are gentle and fair. Our riders and trainers

give the horse a chance and then the horse has fun. It becomes play,

not work.”

To the horses, the show is a playground. “Every horse is a star in

the show. It depends on whom you like. One horse has a mane that

practically touches the fl oor and that is impressive. On the other

hand an eight-year-old girl fell in love with one of our Appaloosas

named Chocolate Chip,” recalls the impresario.

“I know this is my show, but I am not just saying this,” tells La-

tourelle. “There is not one place on stage that is not beautiful and

peaceful and dreamy. Think Alice in Wonderland, but with horses and

acrobats—with life. It is like the movie Avatar, but without fi ghting!”

In their own way, the stars of the show demonstrate their agree-

ment. Normand Latourelle laughs, “We put a sound system in the

stable. A groom put on the music of the show. The horses came to

their windows as if to say ‘it’s the time to go. Where are my brushes?

Where’s my costume?’ We decided against playing show music.

Grooms like rock and roll, which I’m not into. But it’s okay as long as

it’s not Cavalia music.”

However, based on the 10 years of Cavalia’s success and the over-

whelming reaction to Odysseo during its one-year debut, the magic

of these two shows will continue to fascinate, engage and amaze.

Tickets to Cavalia and Odysseo are available online at cavalia.net or by

calling 1 866 999 8111. Follow Cavalia Inc.’s latest developments at

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Cavalia: A Magical Encounter Between Human and

Horse, moves its 10-story gleaming White Big Top

to San Diego for a November 13 opening. Following

the Southern California engagement, the 48 horses,

40 artists and 120 behind the scenes crew will travel

to the land Down Under for an Australian debut where the show will

mark 10 years of awe-inspiring equestrian and acrobatic spectacular.

The newest innovation, Cavalia’s Odysseo, opens October in Mon-

terrey, Mexico, where the extraordinary multimedia extravaganza

toasts a record breaking fi rst year. In this show 56 horses and 43 rid-

ers, acrobats, aerialist and musicians perform in the world’s largest

touring tent before a stunning video backdrop the size of 3 IMAX

screens. These screens project HD 3-D images of the world’s most

beautiful landscapes—a forest and a lake are re-created on stage for

the horses’ and humans’ playground.

These two equestrian theatre productions marry the traditions of

centuries-old ceremonies and celebrations of European aristocracy

with today’s stage arts and high-tech theatrical effects. The result?

One incredible and unforgettable evening.

The inspiration for these unique and innovative productions was a

single horse. Simply, the co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and creator

of the Cavalia shows, Normand Latourelle, added a horse to a crowd

scene of one of his productions.

“There was so much happening on the stage, but every eye was on

the horse. That started me looking at this ancient and innate relation-

ship between horses and humans... The horse is the most beautiful

animal on earth. It does not take much to appreciate their aesthetic,

and how they react, and how they are still such part of nature.”

For almost 10 years, Cavalia’s audiences in North and Central

America and Europe have appreciated the opportunity to see the

horse as he is in nature—on his own. “The stage is not controlled

by humans; what happens is controlled mostly by the horses. I built

stages big enough for the horses to feel this is their playground and

that they can express who they are. Through much of the show the

horses are totally free—no bridles, no halters.”

Still, Latourelle is surprised by how successful Cavalia has been. “I

expected the show to go on for three years. Now it’s 10 years, and we

are still fi lling the house.”

When Cavalia moves to a new city, Latourelle makes changes, al-

ways refi ning and creating. But his biggest change was the second

equestrian show, Odysseo.

Accepting the challenge to go even further than Cavalia, Latourelle

was determined to create a feast for the eyes and ears. “I have made

no concession on how much we spend or how far we have to go to

create this show.”

Through stunning natural landscape settings created by innova-

tive technology, the audience discovers the staged space in layers,

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multicultural influenceRaised in France by her Chinese-born business

tycoon father and her très elegante mother,

Wang was couture shopping in Paris at a young

age. As her fashion career evolved, Wang spent

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reaching a wider audienceFew designers have managed to narrow the gap

between the fashion designer and the public

like Vera Wang, the public can truly relate to

her. She is haute couture, but also accessible

via a collection at Kohl’s department store. Why

the wide range?

The designer delineates the difference. “I start-

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contribution to the fashion industry and your wedding dayWang has contributed more to the bridal wear

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Wang’s fashion aspirations have expanded into

completing a woman’s wardrobe. How does this

extremely successful female feel about her contri-

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words of wisdom for brides to be?

Words from a woman who has made a stamp in

the fashion world for almost a quarter of a century,

“I think fashion is intensely personal. It should give

a woman a creative outlet, it should give her a little

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looking for a classy bubbly for a big event, or you simply wish to enjoy those tiny bubbles along with the fi rst meal of the

day, or imagine yourself indulged in a delicacy from an aged champagne of your wine cellar, with this special champagne

issue we introduce you to the top champagne brands to celebrate this new year. By Edel Schaub Moss, Sommelier

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small plot of vineyards, the champagne

house was founded in 1770, and is one

of the fi ve oldest properties in the region. This

attractive bubbly made of Chardonnay from

Le Mesnil-sur Oger, is easy to drink and is full

of exquisite notes. Beyond its golden color is

perceived a fragrance of roses, citrus and ginger.

Mineral fl avor, full-bodied with persistent effer-

vescence and a toasty mouthfeel. Delicious with

oysters and shrimp.

Six years of maturation in cellars, this Pinot Noir and Chardon-

nay evoke perfection at maturity. Made from biodynamic plots, the

Champagne House of Roederer decided to create this feat hundred

years after the creation of Cristal. A bouquet of enigmatic clay notes in this

rosé wine is accompanied by a pungent hint of citrus, strawberries, fi g and

patisserie. Dense with a delicious creamy sensation in texture. A beautiful

assemblage with a long and nutty end. Match this icon of royalty with its

depth of fl avor with dim sum and lobster dumplings.

Savor your RomanceChampagne Brut Louis Roederer Cristal Rose

Golden BubblesDelamotte Brut Blanc de Blancs

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Fifteen years of maturity are needed after harvest, for this cham-

pagne to reveal its intensity! Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

is named Oenothéque when it has completed its full maturation.

This majestic complexity is evident in the notes of caramel syrup with

toasted elements and minerals, lemon and dried fi gs. From a magnifi cent

golden-green tone, evokes a remarkable elegance and strength.

Fresh, lively, with tiny and persistent bubbles, robust but sophisticated with

a touch of coffee at the end. Best accompanied by a delicious crab soup with a

hint of lemongrass and coconut, or perhaps accompanied by a sublime cigar?



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you get spontaneously immersed into a journey

of different and intense feelings, an exclusive

privilege! Made from Chardonnay from a very tiny area

of vineyards, Champagne Salon is unique. Refi ned hints

of cream, apple pie, fi gs, toasted pastry, cheese, mush-

rooms. The mouthfeel is pure, sharp and very smooth.

Complex, with great vinosity and strength. The notes

of citrus, toast and honey are integrated into a stronger

structure. Long lasting, with a voluptuous fi nish. Enjoy

accompanied by truffl e risotto, roasted almonds, caviar

and oysters.

This is one of the rarest champagnes with a unique character made from

a very small vineyard garden. The Pinot Noir is native of the Ambonnay

commune, one of the most distinguished villages of the region. This is a

majestic Champagne. Coated by a copper gold color, with notes of mushrooms,

and sweet black currants. Dry, with long fi nish. Match this exotic champagne

with truffl es, lobster, Parmesan cheese or Prosciutto ham.

Classic luxuryChampagne Brut Krug “Clos de Ambonnay”

Cellar potentialChampagne Brut “S” de Salon

Everlasting CelebrationChampagne Brut Dom Perignon Oenothéque

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California is in the throes of a culinary revolution. New chefs are turning the cookbooks of their forebears upside down and

creating their own, innovative cuisine. We have selected the best dining experiences in each region that celebrate the unique

Californian culture and feature fresh, local ingredients.

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The eponymous FirsT Cabin res-TauranT at the Balboa Bay Club & Re-

sort is truly reminiscent of an elegant din-

ing room on a fancy cruise liner. Immense

windows and a fabulous outdoor terrace

frame the magnificent views of the sun-

drenched coastline, sailboats, and unforget-

table sunsets. Led by Austrian-born Chef

Josef Lageder, the restaurant uses only the

season’s freshest ingredients for the menu,

which highlights steak and seafood. Cater-

ing to health, there is also a wellness menu

and numerous items can be prepared to ca-

ter to certain dietary needs.

Complement any occasion with First

Cabin’s impressive wine selection of more

than 600 wines. Critically acclaimed with

prestigious awards, among them the Four

Diamond Award, the Award of Excellence by

Distinguished Restaurants of North Ameri-

ca, and the Wine Spectator “Best Of” Award

of Excellence, Open Table guests recently

gave First Cabin the “First in Service” rating.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, live

piano music plays requests from 6:30 pm

to 9:30 pm. The adjacent First Cabin Wine

Bar is an ideal place to meet dinner guests

and explore new wines prior to dinner. For

intimate parties, small gatherings or wine

tasting, there is a private dining room with

seating arrangements for up to 14 guests.

Don’t miss the chance to taste the Spicy

Pan Seared Prawns in garlic herb butter, cri-

mini mushrooms, chardonnay and lemon,

the amazing Seared Chilean Sea Bass with

shiitake mushroom quinoa, sun-dried tomato

tapenade and arugula and enjoy the classic

Crème Brûlée with fresh California berries.

1221 West Coast Highway

Newport Beach, CA 92663

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LOS ANGELES IS SYNONYMOUS WITH COOL. Known worldwide for its

modern and trendy vibe, L.A. restaurants

are among the most innovative and cer-

tainly delectable destinations. Among

many marvelous options, we’ve selected

Providence on Melrose Ave.

For lovers of unique and creative French

cuisine, Providence restaurant offers its cli-

entele a variety of rich and diverse dishes.

With a menu created by the acclaimed co-

owner and executive head chef Michael Ci-

marusti, the dining experience is certain to

be memorable.

Begin with a Grilled Wild Spanish Oc-

topus with pickled red onion, cucumber,

cherry tomatoes, black olives and cori-

ander; and follow with the famous Wild

Queen Charlotte Island King Salmon from

British Columbia with spring squashes, La

Quercia bacon, oven roasted tomatoes, ba-

sil and roasted chicken broth. Complete the

experience with sumptuous whipped Ga-

nache, Kaffir lime banana, blueberry, galan-

gal wild rice. Sip a glass of wine that the

experts on hand will bring from the beauti-

fully glass enclosed wine cellar with more

than 400 world labels, as well as boutique

varietals, an ideal complement to this mag-

nificent seafood.

Earning two Michelin stars, Providence has

also been recognized as one of America’s Top

50 Restaurants by Gourmet Magazine, one of

the Top 40 Restaurants in the U.S. by Esquire

Magazine, among other awards. Simply su-

perb seafood is beckoning you.

5595 Melrose Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90038

Tel: 323 460 4170

providencela.com

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ADDISON, SAN DIEGO

Enjoying a romantic dinnEr for two, celebrating

special moments, treating yourself after a stressful week or creat-

ing the perfect scene for that special moment… whatever the occa-

sion may be, make it happen at Addison, the signature restaurant of

The Grand Del Mar. Enjoy the artisanal approach of contemporary

French cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal California ingredients.

Intricate iron and glass doorways trimmed with 22-carat gold

accents serve as a dramatic entry and lead to a foyer with 20-foot

pyramid ceilings with inlaid limestone and aubergine marble floor-

ing. Adorned by The Library, a beautiful book-lined lounge, and an

impressive 13-foot carved limestone fireplace, the setting is magnifi-

cent. Begin with a romantic rendezvous over a glass of wine from

Addison’s fabulous 2,500 bottle cellar.

Under the guide of the awarded director and executive chef Wil-

liam Bradley, an acclaimed Relais & Chateaux Grand Chef, Addi-

son offers a classic style menu with a sassy twist. Among its high-

lights are entrées with intense flavors and simple yet masterfully

combined ingredients, such as Baby Sea Scallops with Watercress,

Avocado and Golden Caviar, Ris de Veau Panés with Caramelized

Onions, Parmesan and Arugula Spring Lamb.

As San Diego’s first and only restaurant to win the coveted Five-Star

Award from Forbes Travel Guide and a Five Diamond rating, this mag-

nificent venue is recognized year after year as of one of the Top U.S.

Hotel Restaurants on gayot.com. Just of few of a long list of accolades.

5200 Grand Del Mar Way

San Diego, CA 92130

Tel: 858 314 1900

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VALENTINO, sANTA mONIcA

When quality, dedication, and true love for the culinary creation

come together, magic happens. Back in

1972, this tradition started when partners

Gianni Paoletti and Piero Selvaggio opened

the doors of what is now considered by

many as the finest Italian restaurant in

America, Valentino.

Valentino Santa Monica, the flagship of

Valentino Restaurant Group, has evolved

over the last forty years while remaining

true to its original vision—to offer discern-

ing clientele an unparalleled dining experi-

ence. Taking the best of Italy’s traditional

and contemporary culinary styles, using

the finest ingredients, Valentino truly sets

a standard of Italian cuisine excellence.

With five spectacular private rooms, able

to accommodate as few as 10 and up 85

people, Valentino ensures a unique dining

space. One is the opulent Golden Room, a

romantic setting of exceptional elegance

that serves the best seasonal food. One

of the smaller private settings is the New

Room, a ritzy area with a beautiful antique

gold chandelier, ideal for accommodating

up to 16 people.

Everything on the menu is simply amaz-

ing, however we suggest that you begin

with the classic Tuscan style tomato soup

Pappa al Pomodoro, followed by the Veal-

chop ai funghi Porcini e Marsala, and finish

with the owner’s favorite dessert - I Cannoli

Siciliani. Another requisite is the signature

cocktail Bourbon 1972, made with Blantons

Single Barrel Bourbon, Homemade Blood

Orange Puree, and Aperol Splash. Valen-

tino is must on the experienced connois-

seur’s bucket list.

3115 Pico Boulevard

Santa Monica, CA 90405

Tel: 310 829 4313

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Now we head North to the sophisticated and sumptuous

city by the bay, San Francisco. The unparalleled One Market res-

taurant combines the Michelin Star-winning, farm-to-table food of

Chef Mark Dommen, an open exhibition kitchen with a special

“Chef ’s Table”, a wood-fired grill, and a splendid bar. Thanks to

its convenient location, bright surroundings, and the prompt at-

tention of the excellent staff, One Market is considered an ideal

choice for a business lunch, for closing that million-dollar deal, a

see and be seen establishment.

Taking into account the rule “If it’s not in season, we simply don’t

use it,” every dish and dessert is fresh, enticing and masterfully pre-

pared. By expertly walking the line between forthright and outré,

Dommen created a truly timeless restaurant.

In September they celebrated The Heirloom Tomato Festival with

such dishes as Pan Seared Day Boat Scallops with heirloom tomato

risotto, olive oil, and verbena. You could also indulge in the Wild

Gulf Shrimp “Louis” with romaine hearts, avocado and quail egg

or maybe a Pan-seared Gulf Flounder with black-eyed peas, apple-

wood-smoked bacon and sofrito vinaigrette as a marvelous main

course. Wrap up with a delightful dessert, like the Vairhona Choco-

late Soufflé Cake with caramelized cremeux, pecan-cocoa crunch,

coffee-cocoa nib ice cream and Kahlua cream. Or the Strawberry

Lavender Honey Panna Cotta a fromage blanc, olive oil cake with

fresh strawberry-lemon sorbet and candied almonds.

Note there is one caveat—One Market’s big, bright dining room

and prominent location in San Francisco’s financial district means

that it isn’t the place to go for an inconspicuous meal. This is a place

to absorb the SF vibe.

1 Market Street

San Francisco, CA 94105

Tel: 415 777 5577

onemarket.com

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and environmental impact reduction.

True to its name, Learjet 85 offers a

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The aircraft’s customized version Cabin

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The manufacturing genius of the first Learjet 85 is a real accomplishment

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That enthusiasm and pride is shared by

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ident of Operations, Bombardier Aero-

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How The WestHas Won

An inspiration to hundreds of

equestrians, a pioneer of ex-

cellence on the both coasts,

strong-willed, stubborn and

supremely dedicated, Karen

Healey can speak volumes about correct po-

sition, technical riding, the idiosyncrasies of

getting a great jump, essentially every detail of

rider and equine development. But she is also

a gourmet cook, adores the theatre and volun-

teers for the homeless every holiday season. I

wanted the story behind the master, how she

came to be an equestrian, choices she made

that we all experience, career moments, her

thoughts on the sport. Behind the serious and

tireless teacher is a kid who grew up loving

horses, worked for the chance to ride and has a

huge heart for canines and equines.

IN THE BEGINNINGKaren discovered her love for horses when her

family lived near a barn that a trainer named

Sally Dohner owned near Harrisburg, PA. As

the oldest of fi ve children in a middle class

household, when she asked her father for rid-

ing lessons “He looked at me like I had three

heads. So I mucked, raked, watered—essential-

ly did all the barn work for the chance to ride.”

And that’s how it started.

She purchased her fi rst pony with money

earned from babysitting and working at the

barn. She competed on the local circuit, sold

the pony and bought a horse. Over the years

she gained great miles in the barn, in the sad-

dle and in the show ring.

Karen graduated from high school and

was accepted to Vasser and Swarthmore but

needed a scholarship to afford tuition, so

she put school on hold. Sally sold the barn.

Karen stayed to manage and teach, but the

barn wasn’t the same. Taking the chance to

go to college, she completed two years be-

fore taking a job with a young professional

in the area, George Morris.

In 1972 George had just moved to Hunterdon

and Karen went to Florida for the winter to

work as a groom. Secretly hoping to be dis-

covered as a rider what she found was that she

loved teaching. After about nine months with

George, she was managing the barn, teaching

and taking clients to shows.

The two aforementioned equestrians were

her biggest infl uences, yet she turned a cor-

ner in her riding through another discipline.

“Sally was an excellent horseman, from the

barn to breaking horses for the racetrack to

riding effectively. George had a huge impact.

Through him I worked with Bert de Ne-

methy, Jessica Ransehousen and Gunnar Os-

tergaard. I loved the dressage work. I hadn’t

done that type of fl atwork and I took to it

quite well. When I understood how to incor-

porate dressage into my hunt seat was when

I really learned how to ride well.”

THE WILD WESTAfter a solid fi ve years with Hunterdon, sev-

eral years at Tewkesbury Farms, New Hope

and Boulder Brook, it was time for a change.

In the early eighties Sally Dohner and Bucky

Reynolds had ventured west to start a busi-

ness at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.

After pondering the opportunity to take

her knowledge to a new frontier, Karen de-

cided to head west. Sally and Bucky left two

months later, but she had made a decision

and was going to stick to it.

Quite different from the east coast land-

scape, she soon learned that paddocks on

the west coast weren’t green grass, wood-

fenced areas but dirt pipe corrals. Compared

to Tewksbury, NJ where there were 100 one-

day and multi-day shows a year, the entire

state of California had only ten or twelve

recognized horse shows annually.

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Top: Hannah Selleck wins the 2008 USET Talent Search Finals.

Bottom: Lauren Kay's Gulliver.

the morning and I would be the only one there until fi ve minutes be-

fore the classes started. One of the fi rst regional fi nals was at Flint-

ridge. It was pouring rain. Without even giving it a second thought,

I taught all day in the downpour. At about three o’clock. one of the

trainers, Larry Mayfi eld, came out and told me he’d been sent out

to the ring to ask me to please go home, the rest of them certainly

wanted to. I laughed and told him I wasn’t done yet.”

In the eighties the west coast winter circuit was in Arizona, and a

few of her students were ready for that level, including Mia Woods

and Meredith Michaels. In 1986 Mia went to east to ride with Bea-

con Hill for the USEF Medal Finals and won.

Meredith was one of the fi rst to focus on the east coast as a part

of her plan. Even after she went to Princeton, she planned to take a

semester off to compete in the Olympic Trials.

“Although we both knew she would always be involved with horses

at a high level, I think it was important that Meredith spent those

years at Princeton. And, well, the rest is history,”

Karen still gets up early and stays until the last horse is done. No

longer the lone trainer at the show from sunrise to sunset, rain or

shine, over the last 25 years Karen has been an integral part of the

west coast evolving into a viable place for developing great horses

and horsemen.

A FEW OF MANY MEMORABLE MOMENTSKaren recalls, “In 1989 Lauren Kay and Gulliver were second in the

Maclay to Ray Texel. Her mother was thrilled and asked ‘So can we

just quit now?’ But she went back the next year, battled it out with

Kelley Farmer and won.”

“In 1998 at the USEF Medal Finals in Harrisburg, the weather was

terrible, really rainy. There wasn’t a lot of opportunity to prepare. Jill

Prieto’s horse Derreck was really nervous and had two rails in the

fi rst round. She got called back about 24th, and had an unbelievably

beautiful second round, moving up to 6th. They brought back the top

six for further testing. The track was diffi cult and the riders weren’t

allowed to watch each other. Jill had to go fi rst and she was super.

She ended up second to Kent Farrington.”

“Earning second, third and fourth in the 2007 USEF Medal Finals with

Hannah Selleck, Tina DiLandri and Shelby Wakeman respectively was

great for all involved—the kids, the barn and making a stamp that the

west coast was, and is, certainly a force to be reckoned with.”

After hundreds of medal fi nals, Indoor circuits and horse shows

all over the country, Karen is still 150% involved. She made a clear

distinction about her specialty. “I am not an equitation trainer,

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there is no such thing. The Medals happen to be a path many rid-

ers choose—there are goals to work towards and technical aspects

to master in order to ride well in the fi nals. Plus learning to deal

with the pressure. My career, and what I love to do, is teaching

students to ride well, assistant trainers to train well and horses

to jump well.” Although known for top results in equitation, sev-

eral riders have earned hunter as well as jumper accolades, from

championships at Indoors to medals at NAJYRC, including the

2012 Gold Medal Winner, Killian McGrath. Many professionals,

including Archie Cox, Kasey Ament, Jill Prieto, Cathleen Calvert

and recently Hannah Selleck, have spent time working with Karen

before venturing out on their own.

“Hannah will be a really top professional, she’s got years of great

miles, and is now focusing on what it takes outside of the show ring.

She’s soaking up a whole new body of knowledge.”

DESIRE AND NO TEARSKaren claims without hesitation that what makes a great rider is desire.

All the talent in the world without a solid work ethic and a burning desire

to be great won’t result in a rider. Among the list of clinics Karen taught

this year, two were for the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program (EAP).

Lizzy Traband, who has only one arm, participated in an EAP clinic.

“Talk about desire—she’s the epitome. She trumps a handicap,

doesn’t have a ton of money but has incredible focus and desire.

After the clinic she took the time to write an email, expressing her

appreciation, explaining what she had learned and she applied it to

her work at home.”

What separates good riders with desire and work ethic from top in-

ternational riders who can perform under pressure, even ache for that

opportunity, is an essential mental edge. No tears, no fear—but an in-

tense focus, knowing where you are mentally each step of the track. And

pressing on when something doesn’t go as planned, those mishaps drive

you even more. Meredith, Karen explained, always had that edge.

GIVING BACKKaren’s involvement with the hunter/jumper affi liate USHJA

dates back to its inception eight years ago. She’s an active part of

an extremely dedicated group who has worked tirelessly to cre-

ate the Trainer Certifi cation Program (TCP). Karen is committed

to teaching and preserving the American system of riding. TCP

provides a foundation and sets consistent standards for trainers

across the board.

Although diffi cult in today’s show world, Karen still tries to fi nd

horses that a kid from a background like hers can develop. It takes a

couple of years to make a top horse, but working together to achieve

training and competitive goals is truly rewarding.

“In this sport, you’re only as good as the last class you’ve ‘won’. It’s

constant. I’ve been asked if I’m ready to retire. I’ll retire when I stop

getting the good knot in my stomach—wanting it so badly for the

kids—when that stops, I’ll stop. I’m not even close yet.”

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Sotheby’s Finest and Rarest Wines once in a lifetime opportunity

If the most unIque and exquIsIte wInes in the world are

of interest, you simply must head to London on November 14th, or to New

York on November 17th and December 1st when Sotheby’s wine department

is hosting the Finest and Rarest Wines auction.

Sotheby’s Wine, which holds over 20 annual sales in London, New York,

and Hong Kong, offers their wine in its best condition and with excellent

provenance. The team, led by Serena Sutcliffe, is known by his great (and

well earned) reputation. This alone attracts the most prestigious collectors

and most discerning buyers worldwide.

Beginning in London on September 12th of last year, they boasted a won-

derful Burgundy cellar from an 18th century country house—offering an

impressively amassed collection, sourced impeccably and recorded with

great care. The choice of producers was filled with renowned names, from

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti to Henri Jayer, Comtes Georges de Vogüé

to Georges Roumier, and Méo-Camuzet to Mongeard-Mugneret; the ages

of these wine running from 1959 to 1990. Lovers of the iconic Vega Sicilia

‘Unico,’ acquired rare vintages from 1959 to 1986 in bottle and magnum

formats, sourced from another private collection in Spain.

The New York sale on September 15th featured some of the greatest

wines to come out of California. The procured were a full case of the leg-

endary 1974 Heitz Martha’s Vineyard, 20 vintages of Opus One from 1979-

2002, as well as some Modern Cult Classics such as a 12-bottle case of

2006 Screaming Eagle. More than 100 bottles of Sine Qua Non wines by

Manfred Krankel also made it to the auction block. Selections from Bur-

gundy included seven vintages of La Tâche, while stellar wines from the

Rhône featured full cases of 1990 Hermitage La Chapelle from Jaboulet and

1995 Côte Rôtie La Turque from Guigal.

This November, a superb collection of Château Lafite headlines the sale of

Finest and Rarest Wines in London. The collection comes with impeccable

origin and features complete cases from the years 1957 through to 2009.

Buyers are anticipating brilliant collections in the New York auctions,

and can be confident that all the wines Sotheby’s offers, not just in these

two upcoming sales, but always, have been carefully inspected by the most

experienced and knowledgeable specialists.

With live online bidding, you can join Sotheby’s auctions all over the

world—London, New York and Hong Kong. Listen, watch and bid wher-

ever you are (with an internet connection, of course). Be certain to register

online up to 24 hours before each sale. Wine par excellence!

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL LAS VEGASA deeply therapeutic experience that refl ects the

luxury of 1930’s Shanghai is waiting at Mandarin

Oriental, Las Vegas. This luxurious resort is one of

only 30 spas in the world to receive the esteemed

Forbes Five Stars award, won by dedication to their

philosophy of catering to all aspects of wellness:

physical and emotional, while providing inspiration

for a lasting lifestyle rearrangement.

3752 Las Vegas Blvd.

Las Vegas NV 89158

Ph: (702) 590 8888

mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas/spa

JADE ENZYME FACIAL This facial treatment dramatically rejuvenates

dull skin that exhibits signs of environmental da-

mage, uneven pigmentation and fi ne lines. These

products are rich in anti-oxidants and encourage

immediate cell renewal to improve your skin’s ap-

pearance. Double cleansing, a refi ning exfoliation,

steam and extraction, along with an intense eye

treatment and a fruit enzyme mask leaves the skin

visibly clear, radiant and smooth.

PERSONALIZED OCEAN AND EARTHThe Ocean and Earth Body Wrap harnesses the

relaxing, healing properties of aromatherapy. The

body wrap is designed to comfortably raise the

body’s temperature and induce perspiration to help

eliminate toxins and increase the absorption of

the oils. Achieve ultimate tranquility with a mind-

calming Oriental Head Massage while your body

is enveloped and restored by the wrap of marine

mud, algae or Oshadi clay.

MONTAGE LAGUNA BEACHLocated in the vibrant artists’ colony of Laguna

Beach, where mountains and sea converge, lies a

place that draws inspiration from nature, bringing

all aspects of life into artful balance. Re-connect

your body and mind with treatments that detoxify,

replenish and balance; then, enhance your body and

spirit with your choice of a personal fi tness program

or wellness class as ocean breezes caress your skin.

P30801 South Coast Highway.

Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Ph: (949) 715 6010

spamontage.com

AROMATIC RENEWAL FACIALEnjoy soothing massage techniques that remove

facial tissue debris while therapeutic essential oils

bathe and nourish skin cells. This facial is ideal for

relieving congestion and sinus pressure. Feel your

skin come back to life with this superb 90-minute

treatment.

SURRENDER: AN EXPLORATION OF THE ESSENTIAL YOUAn empowering and deeply relaxing experience,

the signature of Montage Laguna Beach is a thor-

oughly customized program of restorative servic-

es. Designed just for you, this treatment provides

equal parts of rejuvenation, relaxation and personal

insight through exploration of the essential you.

Enjoy at least 120 minutes of complete, deep and in-

ner relaxation and ease. This remarkable program

can be complemented in many ways, and extend up

to a week or so, depending on the desired results.

Truly an experience of a lifetime.

OCEAN CLUB BAHAMASUndeniably one of the fi nest and most luxurious

spas in the world, guests enjoy the tranquility and

privacy of one of eight Balinese style treatment vi-

llas. All villas are furnished with teak massage ta-

bles, a waterfall shower, daybed, and a jetted tub

in a private, open-air garden. After each treatment,

guests are given savory herbal teas and fresh fruit

presented in a Japanese tea ceremony.

P.O. BOX N 4777

Paradise Island, Bahamas

Ph: (242) 3632501

oceanclub.oneandonlyresorts.com

ELEMIS SKIN SPECIFIC FACIAL A deeply cleansing, active aromatherapy facial

for men and women that combines the power of

Premium grade Essential oils to help de-stress and

oxygenate your skin cells. Choose from: Herbal

Lavender Repair to help heal and balance combi-

nation skin types, Exotic Moisture Dew for dry, de-

hydrated skin and Fruit Active Glow to revive dull,

lifeless complexions.

ELEMIS AROMA SPA SEAWEED MASSAGECombining the richness of sea plants and marine al-

gae with aromatherapy, this treatment is deeply de-

toxifying through multiple layers of the skin. First a

warm seaweed body mask containing a synergy of

cleansing essential oils is applied and then you are

cocooned in a comforting wrap. Relax with a scalp

and foot massage while the active ingredients work

to detoxify your body systems. Choose from Cellutox

for detoxifi cation and Musclease to help relieve sore

joints and muscular tension.

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Booking your dream charter experience is simple when working with the experts. Fraser Yacht’s team of charter brokers have travelled the world extensively, acquiring expert knowledge on the

best yachts and the most exclusive destinations, all with one goal in mind: to create an unforgetta-ble charter holiday for you. The revolutionary Exuma is a deluxe yacht designed for exploration.

With a shallow draft and her amazing array of water toys (including an amphibious jeep and a hovercraft), she is ideal for adventures at sea and ashore.

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Internal furnishings were designed with a focus on classic maritime style tradition, essentially using oak, teak and Italian marble.

CONCEIVED WITH TOP FOCUS on effi -

ciency for fully autonomous navigation, the

Picchiotti Superyacht Exuma is a 163 ft mo-

tor yacht of the highest quality. The interior

and exterior spaces increase privacy among

shipboard guests and enhance outdoor liv-

ing. Internal furnishings, designed by Perini

Navi’s Interior Designers, focus on classic

maritime style tradition—essentially using

oak, teak and Italian marble.

Large glass doors and a spacious side deck

accentuate the breathtaking view of the sur-

rounding panorama that characterizes the

bridge deck. The helm, the Captain’s offi ce

and a panty, a spacious saloon with L-shaped

sofa, a coffee table, armchairs and an enter-

tainment area create an ideal environment

for the picturesque yacht experience. The

outdoor living concept is embodied by two

comfortable chaise-lounges for sunbathing

and a large, accessorized Jacuzzi. The Living

Area is equipped with every latest genera-

tion entertainment device. The dining area

hosts a table that can be modifi ed to sit up to

12 people, accompanied by a useful pantry.

Exuma was envisioned and created with

discovery in mind—she has the capabil-

ity of stowing large amounts of equipment

on board, thus facilitating exploration of

the most beautiful and remote areas of the

world. Last but not least, this yacht can

house an amphibious 16.4 ft vehicle, a Hov

Pod 12 ft hovercraft housed inside the two

fore lateral garages with gull-wing door

openings, two electric land scooters, two

Seabobs and a Sea-Doo RXT 250 jet ski.

Technical Data:

Length overall: 163 ft 9 in

Beam moulded: 31 ft 2 in

Draft: 7 ft 6 in

Engines: 2 x Caterpillar C32 Acert

Cabins: 1 Single, 3 Double, 1 Twin

Cruising speed: 14 knots

Max speed: 17 knots

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YACHTSYACHTSYACHTSFrom India to Chile, from Italy to Maldives and even here in the USA, we have carefully selected some of the best resorts from around the world. Each one is acknowledged for its own unique qualities: one where the summer weather is 24/7, another offers the beauty of the desert; yet

another on a private island, one atop a hill overlooking the sea, another in the heart of a bustling city and one where guests are the royal Maharaja. So read on, choose a destination and start packing. Rest assured your will

be in the hands of hospitality experts. POR JULIETA GARCÍA DE LEÓN.

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This emblematic 5-star hotel stands up proudly in

front of the gates of India with a panoramic breath-

taking view of the Arabic ocean. Hidden in the heart

of Mumbai, only six miles away from downtown

and 19 miles away from the international airport,

the hotel is a magnifi cent mix of Moorish, Florentine and Oriental

styles, and has a very rich history of its own. Built in 1903 as one

of the original luxury hotels, that palace’s exquisite round domes

and profound arches masterfully combine historical design into a

true Oriental dream. Over the last hundred years, the Taj Mahal Pal-

ace has gathered a collection of paintings, and artwork that is mar-

veled around the world. Combining an impressive variety of styles

and artistic tastes, the collection ranges from a magnifi cently large

Belgian chandelier, to the most refi ned tokens of Bastar tribal art,

from chairs and tables encrusted with pure Indian art, to the Goan

Christian art, Jali designs with Mughal inspiration, to contemporary

sculptures. Decorated with authentic art, the halls in the palace

serve as testimony for over a century of traditional Indian heritage.

The rooms and suites of the Palace wing were completely re-

stored by four of the world most acclaimed designers, a team

Within the dramatic and enchanting setting of Mumbai, India’s commercial and entertainment capital, there is an exclusive luxury resort, an imperial palace that shines with a light of its own:

the amazing Taj Mahal Palace.

Taj Mahal PalaceMUMBAI, INDIA

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formed by Malaysian, Italian, Singapore and American architects.

Each of the 44 suites is exquisitely decorated with original paint-

ings and furniture from the palace’s past, well blended with all the

modern day comforts including luxurious bathrooms. Press a but-

ton and a personal butler will attend to your every request from

the moment you check in to the time of your departure.

Guests enjoy a panoramic pool, fully equipped gym and a world-

class spa. Eleven elegant restaurants offer authentic cuisine as well

as tastes from around the world. At Masala savor ancient Indian

dishes with a contemporary twist. At Souk, patrons enjoy a stun-

ning rooftop view of the harbor, while tasting the finest flavors

from the East Mediterranean. At Wasabi by Morimoto, traditional

Japanese cuisine is given a chic modern flair.

Maharajas, Kings, presidents, famous writers, artists and mil-

lionaires from around the world have slept in the palace, add your

name to the list.

The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai

Apollo Bunder

Mumbai - 400 001

Maharashtra, India tajhotels.com

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Pack your bags and prepare to unwind at a beautiful and

peaceful place atop a magnifi cent hill. Leave the rest of

the world behind at this serene sanctuary of romance,

natural luxury and stunning beauty. With a minimum

age of 18 for all guests, the Post Ranch Inn is a place to

relax, rejuvenate and nurture relationships. The perfect place for a

second honeymoon, or even a fi rst.

Organic architecture embraces the dramatic beauty of the Cali-

fornia coastline, where accommodations meld rustic elegance

with luxury and comfort as well as breathtaking views of the ocean

below and the mountains above. The inn offers 39 guest rooms and

two private houses.

Begin your journey to ultimate relaxation with a visit to the

award-winning spa. Enjoy the expertise of the therapists alone or

with a loved one in the setting you prefer—a private room or deck,

the scenic spa treatment rooms, or the couple’s Spa Suite. Experi-

ence signature treatments like the acclaimed Big Sur Jade Stone

Therapy, where warmed Big Sur jade, from nearby beaches, and

basalt river rocks combined with massage relieves taut muscles

and sore joints, while cool marble stone releases infl ammation.

This thermo-therapy stimulates circulation and balances energy.

Or speak to your skin with the glorious Organic Garden Facial

complete with hand-made organic products comprised of fruits,

vegetables and herbs are blended to fi t your skin type. Known to

help aging, sun damage or blemished, the natural fruit acids, me-

dicinal herbs, vitamins, minerals, local honey and Big Sur fl ower

essences help skin revitalize and sustain radiance. A neck, shoul-

der, hand and foot massage is included.

After a long day of relaxing and pampering enjoy a perfect dinner

with breathtaking views of the Pacifi c Ocean at Sierra Mar restau-

rant, winner of Wine Spectator’s prestigious Grand Award. Offering

an unconventional fi ne dining experience, Executive Chef John Cox

presents exquisite food creations featuring ingredients highlighted

by a sense of place and culture. Selections from the award-winning

wine cellar enhance the innovative, inspired cuisine.

Visit the infi nity Jade Pool with expansive views that meld sea and

sky, or the infi nity Meditation Pool perched over the coastline, both

kept at constant and delicious 104 degrees. There’s also morning

yoga, guided hikes or saunters, stargazing with a celestial telescope,

and nearby activities like whale watching.

Post Ranch Inn’s temptations are simply irresistible- splendidly

rejuvenating spa treatments, savory dining and idyllic natural sur-

roundings equal the ultimate in relaxation. The panoramic natural

beauty of Big Sur warms body and soul. Your serenity awaits.

Post Ranch Inn

47900 Highway 1,

Big Sur, CA 93920 postranchinn.com

Post Ranch InnBIG SUR, CALIFORNIA, USA

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May this magazine be most benefi cial to all sentient beings. May anybody who sees, touches, remembers, dreams about, thinks about, or who reads this magazine immediately be purifi ed and may they never be born in the lower realms. May they receive all the benefi ts of the pure Dharma. May they actualize guru devotion, renunciation, bodhichitta, emptiness, and the two stages immediately in this very lifetime. May all their wishes succeed immediately, according to the holy Dharma, and may they achieve enlightenment as quickly as possible.

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Looking for the paramount in resort luxury, head up to Jumeirah Dhevanafushi in the splendor of the Maldive Islands. Each and every detail of this resort lives up to the quality standards the prestigious hotel brand name guarantees.

With spectacular ocean views, virgin beaches,

and some of the most amazing natural bar-

rier reef in the world, this lovely location

is hidden on the south end of an astonish-

ing natural landscape. A secret corner with

two unique and different “islands,” each one is special. The rooms

acknowledge the individuality and character of the high-end trav-

eler, with 38 villas and suites above the water, furnished in wood,

adorned with the highest technology, including an iPod dock, fl at

screen, free Wi-Fi, plus a spacious private pool steps away from the

crystal clear water of the lagoon.

Start your day with a lovely breakfast at Azara, and its great variety

of International dishes. Enjoy water sports, as well as fi shing, div-

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ing, and windsurfing, or get a soothing mas-

sage at the hotel spa. Take a romantic sunset

cruise, have an outdoor lunch at the Robin

Crusoe island, play on the pristine beaches

and enjoy a casual dinner at Murmayaz.

Don’t miss the scene at the Khi bar, a hap-

pening place.

The highly capable, and ever attending

crew, will satisfy your every wish. Amidst

clear blue skies, we feel certain this is an ad-

venture you will cherish.

Jumeirah Dhevanafushi

Meradhoo Island

Gaafu Alifu Atoll

Republic of Maldives

Tel: 01 800 925 0323 jumeirah.com

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Extremely isolated and beautiful; the magnifi cence lies

within the texture of the land, the starkness of the sky

and the essence of the Atacama Desert. Built in the

style of traditional adobe settlement complete with lla-

mas and native crops with a simplicity that has all the

allure and luxury of a high-end resort.

Every room in Alto Atacama has a private terrace where guest can

soak up the colors of the valley. Although deserts are known for dry-

ness, water from glacial snow is what makes San Pedro de Atacama

an oasis. Expert hands and aromatic scents offer a revitalizing spa

experience with options that include Finishing sauna, Turkish baths,

Scottish shower, indoor and outdoor hot tubs, to name a few.

Explore the Atacama Desert on one of many expeditions created

by the experienced staff, with options to fi t every skill level.

Experience the magnifi cent cooking of the acclaimed Chef Daniel

Molina at restaurant Caur where the best of Mediterranean style

cuisine is marvelously mixed with local ingredients. During your

stay on Alto Atacama, follow its home philosophy “The world has to

be walked, to be explored to become known”.

Alto Atacama Desert Lodge & Spa

Camino Pukará N/N

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San Pedro de Atacama - Chile

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Blessed with the most spectacular and private location, and serendipitously tucked away in a valley of serene beauty, the Alto Atacama desert lodge and spa is ideal for a desert exploration, attending cultural encounters, or simply absor-bing the breathtaking space.

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Discover the ultimate vogue venue with this posh

plan in Milan. Book a suite ASAP at the fabulous

Bvlgari hotel, located on a private street between

Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga, La Scala and

the Accademia di Brera, in a tastefully renovated 18th

century Milanese palazzo. Situated in the cultural and commercial

heart of a city that, behind its austere façades, hides delightful and

unexpected courtyards and green spaces, among those this beauti-

ful private garden of a hotel, a natural extension of the nearby Bo-

tanical Garden, a restorative oasis of serenity and relaxation in the

midst of the busy city pace.

Upon arrival take a brief respite in the marvelous Bvlgari suite,

where a unique view of the garden and of Milan’s historic center await

you on the Penthouse Floor. Enjoy the spacious living room, furnished

with soft leather couches and Oriental carpets, and your own private

Brera stone fi replace. Next choose a pillow from the dreamy pillow

collection menu every suite has to offer. You will need your beauty

rest, for there is a long day ahead, and an incredible city below.

After a delicious breakfast, head up to Via Fogazzaro, and visit the

amazing Prada Foundation, where you will learn everything there

is to know about the early days of fashion design. Next, visit Spazio

Oberdan, simply the place for fashion events. Then continue to

stroll down Corso Venezia to the heart of the high fashion district:

Via della Spiga, the dream candy land for high fashion afi cionados.

Here you can fi nd all the greatest design houses, famous for the

words “Made In Italy.” After leaving Via Montenapoleone, the most

Bvlgari HotelMILAN, ITALY

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the world are found here.

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exclusive street in the fashion district, take a short walk to Piazza

dell Scala, to enjoy a classic Italian gelato and have dinner at the fab-

ulous Michelin star awarded Trussardi alla scala, where the Lobster

with purple potatoes, white peach and sangria sorbet is definitely

to die for. Return to the hotel o enjoy a pleasant night’s sleep, and

prepare for a day of relaxation.

Arise to a signature Bvlgari breakfast at Il Gardino, and get set to

experience the formidable hotel spa. Considered a refuge for the body

and the spirit, the hotel spa offers a harmonious atmosphere that fos-

ters the quest for balance. Enjoy a sumptuous and elegant setting

where daylight filters through the glass walls and illuminates the pure

gold tiles of the pool. To forget the everyday rush and truly relax and

renew we encourage you to try the Bvlgari Serenity Program. Created

to soothe the senses and rejuvenate mind and body with deeply re-

laxing massage techniques, combined with a luxurious facial therapy,

plus a hand and nail treatment, allow you to rediscover total well be-

ing. Time to relax fashionably, at the splendid Bvlgari Milano Hotel.

Bulgari Hotels & Resorts Milano

Via Privata Fratelli Gabba 7/b

20121 Milano

bulgarihotels.com

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emerging markets, and for Fornas this is a

key factor in ensuring the brand is able to

weather the economic storms. The com-

pany also focuses on events that are expec-

ted to generate results. One exam-

ple is the lavish excursion

to Istanbul Cartier plan-

ned for 150 of its best

clients last autumn,

where guests were

treated to tours,

sumptuous dinners

and a private viewing

of 300 new high jewelry

pieces displayed in a mansion

on the Bosporus.

Fornas is confi dent that he has led his fi rm through the worst. While he will continue to have a senior ma-nagement role, soon it’ll be up to Stanis-las de Quercize the next CEO of Cartier, to lead the company into the next era.

AS CEO AND PRESIDENT OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S MOST PRESTIGIOUS LUXURY BRANDS, ONE CANNOT HELP BUT WONDER HOW HE DEALS WITH A POOR ECONOMY. Since taking over as President and Chief Executive Offi cer in 2002, Fornas and Car-tier have experienced more economically bad times than good. Their traditional wealthy American and European clients have switched to unusually cautionary spending habits. Fornas took on the cha-llenge of growing the business in these changing times, without losing its highly desirable cachet. One tactic he used, create less ostentatious more discreet ti-mepieces that speak luxury quietly.

LUXURY IS INNOVATION.Silver-haired, immaculately dressed and

polished, Fornas is clearly at home with

the multi-millionaires Cartier products are

designed for. This shared understanding of

the value of luxury and exclusivity enables

him to speak passionately about retaining

the “Cartier smell” and the “Cartier touch”

in any new design. While he respects the

tradition of the 164-year-old fi rm, he is also

After turning 65 and announcing his upcoming retirement Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier In-ternational, has a story of struggle and success from the past decade.

aware of the need to constantly create new

designs with new materials. Fornas claims

that ‘Luxury is innovation’ and via this de-

cree he sought to evolve not just design

and materials but the entire scope of Car-

tier. One such innovation was introducing

a revolutionary new technology for watch

movement that reduces the need for main-

tenance by half.

SOCIAL AWARENESS AND RESPONSIBIL-TY AS A LEADER.Fornas takes Cartier’s position as a leader

in the industry seriously, and believes the

company has a responsibility to uphold a

high level of corporate social conscience.

In a 2008 television interview he went on

record saying that as long as human rights

problems continued in Burma, Cartier

would not buy any rubies from that country.

Cartier has also put up a public fi ght against

the trade in so-called blood diamonds.

CARTIER CONTINUESCartier is also pressing ahead with ambi-

tious plans to increase its network of high

quality boutiques, particularly in new and

BernardFornasCEO Cartier

“Luxury is innovation, and as long as I am here, we will innovate;

not only on the shapes, materials

and ideas. But the whole scope…

Because that is what the whole of

luxury is about.”

key factor in ensuring the brand is able to

weather the economic storms. The com-

pany also focuses on events that are expec-

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ple is the lavish excursion

to Istanbul Cartier plan-

of 300 new high jewelry

pieces displayed in a mansion

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Catch the Best Show In Vegas at the South Point Hotel Equestrian Arena. The Las Vegas National attracts world-class equestrians including Olympians, internationally acclaimed and rising young stars.

Each day is packed with top level competition, giveaways, raffl es, shopping, and more! Come back for the main event on Saturday, November 17th as we watch riders compete for a chance to

qualify for the 2013 World Cup Finals during the $50,000 Las Vegas World Cup Grand Prix. With free admission, you won't fi nd a better deal in town. This isn’t just your normal Las Vegas show–

this is the Las Vegas National Horse Show!

Top left: Will Simpson

shares his gold.

Top right: Kids jumping for

a JustWorld.

Middle: Eduardo Menezes.

Bottom left: Melissa Brandes

and Will Simpson in the Grand

Prix Opening Ceremonies.

Bottom right:

Autograph S ession with Nicole

Shahinian Simpson and Mandy Porter.



WHAT IS THE WORLD CUP?The FEI World Cup Final, an indoor competition held in April each

year, is the single most important annual International Champion-

ship in equestrian sport. Other equestrian events at this level, the

Olympics and the World Championships, occur every four years.

The series, which began in 1978, has fourteen leagues in six conti-

nents. Approximately 50 riders qualify annually to compete for the

highly sought after title of World Cup Champion. Held at fabulous

locations all over the world, the 2013 FEI World Cup Final will be

in ‘Göteborg, Sweden, from April 24-28, 2013. Blenheim EquiSports

hosts FEI World Cup Qualifying Grand Prix classes in three differ-

ent locations—Del Mar, San Juan Capistrano and Las Vegas.

WHO IS THE FEI?The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), founded in 1921, is

the international governing body for equestrian sport recognized

by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The sole control-

ling authority for all international events in many disciplines includ-

ing show jumping, the FEI establishes the regulations and approves

equestrian programs at Championships, Continental and Regional

Games as well as the Olympic Games.

FEI VALUES1. Fairness and Equality: Equestrianism is one of the very few

sports where men and women share the same podium and com-

pete on equal terms up to and including Olympic level.

2. Complicity with the Animal: It is the only sport that involves two

athletes, the horse and rider. It is the successful partnership between

these two elements; the relationship of confidence and respect that

is built up between them, that makes the sport so exceptional.

3. Respect for the Environment: Equestrianism is also very much

concerned with the conservation of the environment. It was one

of the first international sports federations to establish a Code of

Conduct towards the Environment.

4. Respect for the Horse: Since the FEI was formed, it has con-

cerned itself relentlessly with the welfare of the horse. In 1991 the

FEI adopted a Code of Conduct, which states as follows: “...at all

times the welfare of the horse must be paramount and must never

be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences.”

WORLD CUP

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Bottom: 2012 World Cup Champion Rich

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HOW THE TRACK TURNS• Walking the course: Before the class begins, each rider has an op-

portunity to walk the course on foot. They will memorize the order

of the jumps, determine how many horse strides to take in between

jumps and finalize their plan. They consider each step, each corner

and each line they will take, often called the ‘track’. Riders also de-

termine their jump-off plan during the course walk.

• Time allowed: The course designer establishes the time allowed. If

a rider exceeds the time allowed, he/she will incur time faults. In an

FEI class one time fault is added to the score for every four seconds

over the time allowed.

• Course designer: A very important and technical role, the course

designer creates the placement of each jump, the distances be-

tween the jumps and the order in which the course will be jumped.

Each ‘track’ or course design is unique and has a variety of ques-

tions that the rider has to answer without fault. These questions

include distance challenges, turns, height, width and more.

• Lowering the height of a jump: For each fence lowered, a four fault

penalty is added to the score. Touches or rubs don’t count as faults,

only a knockdown.

• Refusing a jump: If a horse refuses to jump, four faults are in-

curred. If there are two refusals on course, the horse and rider are

immediately eliminated.

• Fall of horse or rider: Also constitutes elimination.

• A clean round: When a horse and rider jump the course without

incurring any penalties within the allotted time allowed, they are

‘clean’. If more than one horse is clean, they compete for the win

in the jump-off.

• Jump off: All riders who are clean in the first round have the op-

portunity to return for the jump off. Also created by the course de-

signer, the jumps are raised and the course adjusted for this second

round. The goal is to be both fast and clean. The rider who has the

least number of faults in the fastest time is the winner.

HOW BIG AND WIDE ARE THESE JUMPS?Jump height cannot exceed 1.60m (5’3”). The spread should be pro-

portionate to the height and not more than 2m (6’7”).

HOW WORLD CUP POINTS ARE EARNEDPoints are awarded to the top 16 places in the class according to the

scale below. If a rider has more than one horse, the first horse they

compete on is their World Cup mount for this competition.

WHICH COUNTRIES HAVE WON?Since the first World Cup Final in 1979, 22 riders from nine countries

have won the prestigious title:

United States (USA) - 7 riders

Germany (GER) - 4 riders

Austria (AUT) - 2 riders

Canada (CAN) - 2 riders

Great Britain (GBR) - 2 riders

Switzerland (SUI) - 2 riders

Brazil (BRA) - 1 rider

France (FRA) - 1 rider

Netherlands (NED) - 1 rider

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5th -

6th -

7th -

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10th -

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15th -

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12 pts.

11 pts.

10 pts.

9 pts.

8 pts.

7 pts.

6 pts.

5 pts.

4 pts.

3 pts.

2 pts.

1 pts.



It has been another busy and action packed summer for Flor-

ida based charity JustWorld International. Founded in 2003

by former grand prix rider Jessica Newman, JustWorld Inter-

national acts as a catalyst for positive change in the develop-

ing world by working with local partner organizations to provide

basic education, nutrition, health, hygiene, and vocational programs

for children in impoverished communities in Honduras, Cambodia,

Guatemala, and Brazil. JustWorld raises funds throughout the inter-

national equestrian world, from individuals to partner horse shows

to corporate sponsors.

While JustWorld continues to support thousands of children in

developing countries, expand social programs and bring change to

communities, they have also been busy in the equestrian world with

fundraising events, exciting partnerships, innovative ambassador ini-

tiatives and the launch of the impressive Adopt A Project Campaign!

“Bringing Equestrians Together for a Just World” is the hallmark of

JustWorld International. Riders and horse shows on the West Coast,

including the Las Vegas National, are joining the movement to lend

the passion they have for riding to their commitment to helping oth-

ers. Unique in its origins in the international show jumping com-

munity, JustWorld focuses on not only raising funds through events

at horse shows but also on developing programs that allow riders to

become compassionate and generous global citizens.

Through the rider ambassador program, motivated young riders

have been able to get involved in innovative fundraising initiatives and

participate in a movement of social change! Recent examples of fun-

draising from dedicated rider ambassadors include Karaoke Dinner

Nights, birthday celebration donations, designing a “JustWorld App”

with a donate now button, and holding golf events. Currently more

than 500 equestrians from 37 countries ride on behalf of JustWorld

and pledge to raise awareness and funds as JustWorld Ambassadors.

Another way equestrians and the general masses alike can get in-

volved is to Adopt a Project! In June, JustWorld launched its Adopt

A Project campaign, allowing supporters to easily get involved and

choose exactly which programs they would like their donations to

fund. The campaign provides opportunities to support specific edu-

cation, nutrition, health and hygiene, and leadership and cultural de-

velopment programs at JustWorld’s project sites in Brazil, Cambodia,

Guatemala, and Honduras. More information can be found on the

JustWorld website here: www.justworldinternational.org/adopt-a-project

The new campaign is a great opportunity for individuals, groups,

and businesses to get involved and help to provide critical opera-

tional support to JustWorld, even if they are not directly a part of

JustWorld’s key equestrian audience.

Ambassadors and other JustWorld supporters are also welcome

to join on project visits and see first hand the incredible impact

their efforts and JustWorld are having on children around the

world. JustWorld is proud of the success the children at its partner

projects have achieved, such as in the case of Nita at JustWorld’s

partner project, PIO in Cambodia:

Nita is a 17-year-old Cambodian girl who has benefitted from the

generosity of JustWorld donors. She used to work in Phnom Penh’s

garbage dump and lived with her grandmother near the dumpsite.

It was a hard and very dangerous life for a young girl. She was

also lacking the prospects of a bright future with no education or

money to pay for public school in Cambodia. Nita came to study

at JustWorld’s partner project, PIO in 2005 and was allowed to live

there in 2006, as she did not have a home of her own. After re-

ceiving basic education, she wanted to study at the PIO beauty

school in 2009 to earn a vocational skill in order to support herself

and her family. After completing the beauty salon course, she con-

tinued to study English at PIO and worked as a teacher assistant

at the PIO beauty school. In 2012 she went back to her village in

Sambo Commune, and opened her own beauty salon to help sup-

port her family. Her salon is currently thriving and she is able to

serve many customers with the skills she developed at PIO, not

only helping herself, but her family at large as well as able to train

future girls in the trade.

Nita is a shining example of JustWorld’s mission, to provide as-

sistance in the short term that develops life long skills for self-suf-

ficiency and thriving communities. JustWorld believes that educa-

tion is the key to ending cycles of poverty in the regions it works.

While education is critical, supportive programs such as nutrition,

health, and hygiene create an environment that is conducive to

productive studies and motivated students. For this reason, Just-

World has developed comprehensive programs with its partners

to support the local children and their families.

JustWorld International is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization in

the United States and a registered Association 1901 in France. Tax-

deductible donations are accepted in Canada and Switzerland. Local

branches have also been established in Mexico and Honduras. Just-

World International has no political or religious affiliation. For more

please go to: www.justworldinternational.org


A Movement for Social Change in the

Equestrian Community

Opposite: Christian Ahlmann, Eric

Lamaze and Jeroen Dubbeldam.





Top: Children at Los Patojos are able to get

treated by a doctor thanks to the Adopt a

Project campaign.

Bottom Left: Nita studying at the

JustWorld partner project, PIO, in

Cambodia.

Bottom Center: The JustWorld delegation

during the Fall 2011 Guatemala visit to

partner project, Los Patojos.

Bottom Right: JustWorld

Ambassadors Angela Covert, Evey

Hegewisch, Madison McDougall, and Sarah

Abdi representing JustWorld

International at the El Cortijo Horse Show in

Guatemala.


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A Movement for Social Change in the

Equestrian Community



1. Kent Farrington and Voyeur.2. Peter Leone and Lincourt Gino claim the 2012 American Gold Cup.3. Darragh Kerins and S & L Elite.4. McLain Ward and Rothchild.

The esteemed Stadium Jumping Inc’s American Gold

Cup has found a new home in North Salem, New York, at

Old Salem Farm. With idyllic weather, a top notch venue,

superb show jumping and a star-studded lineup, the five-

day event was an astounding success. On the other coast,

Blenheim EquiSports in San Juan Capistrano, California,

offers grand prix events on the grass all season, wrap-

ping up fall with an indoor World Cup Qualifier and the

ASPCA Regional Medal Finals. American Gold Cup photos generously provided by Kenny Krause/PhelpSports

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Located just 25 miles north of San Francisco and nestled amongst the famed vine-

yards of Southern Sonoma County, the Sonoma Horse Park just wrapped its third

show season. With five of it’s seven horse shows completely sold out, the facility

has certainly established itself as a Northern California gem.

Ashley Herman, owner and manager, explained the Sonoma aura. “We built Sono-

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There are several exciting additions in the works for the 2013 show season, in-

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