St. Regis San Francisco

The St. Regis San Francisco is an ultra-luxury property that opened back in November 2005. Located in a 40-story landmark building, The St. Regis San Francisco offers 100 private residences rising 19 floors above the elegant 260-room St. Regis Hotel.

The St. Regis San Francisco is now offering its new En Route to Excellence Aficionado Package, which celebrates the passion for speed and sport. It’s the ultimate Bentley motoring experience as guests receive unparalleled access to a 2013 Bentley GT, Bentley GTC, or Bentley Mulsanne – the automobile that defines a higher state of luxury with its power and flawless detail, like nothing else on the road.

With a distinguished history based in racing, contemporary Bentleys, from luxurious British carmaker – Bentley Motors are capable of extraordinary speeds, exquisitely handcrafted and beautifully engineered.

The En Route to Excellence package is available throughout 2013 and includes a one-night stay in a St. Regis San Francisco suite, breakfast for two at the elegant Vitrine, an official Bentley key chain, and unlimited use of a 2013 Bentley automobile. Guests can arrange a chauffeur or get behind the wheel themselves and partake in the ultimate British motoring experience amidst the rolling hills and breathtaking landscapes of Northern California.

If you’re looking to travel in refined style, then the En Route to Excellence package should be the perfect choice as you stay at the award winning The St. Regis San Francisco.

The St. Regis San Francisco is located in the bustling SOMA district of San Francisco. Guests of The St. Regis San Francisco will also enjoy access to St. Regis’ personalized services and amenities, including 24-hour concierge and room service, nightly turndown service, and the signature St. Regis Butler services. An expansive private fitness center with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and a yoga studio are available for hotel guests as well as a 50-foot heated indoor infinity pool.

The En Route to Excellence package is available throughout 2013 and offered exclusively at The St. Regis San Francisco. Pricing begins at $2,350 per night.

Please contact us below to learn more and take part in the ultimate Bentley Motoring experience!

Ekornes

Ekornes is the largest furniture manufacturer in Norway and has recently launched Stressless Office – a line of home office chairs that boast the same comfort, custom fit and unique design that consumers have come to expect from the Stressless brand.

There is no denying the strong trend that more and more people are working from home.  Why should you suffer with inferior furniture?  Ekornes agrees.

The all-new Stressless Office chairs provide c-suite comfort without the commute! The Stressless Office chairs are fully customizable to fit a variety of sizes. The result is those long hours in front of the computer screen and on conference calls are less cumbersome on both the body and mind.

Ekornes offers the Stressless Office line in 12 unique chair styles plus a wide range of leather, fabric and wood options. It therefore makes it very easy to match other furnishing and interior styles in your own home.

The new chair line provides comfort on wheels and feature the Norwegian company’s new Comfort-ZonesTM technology, which let the user sink deeper into the seat and back of the recliner for ultimate comfort.

Both Upright or reclined, the user is always perfectly supported and can automatically shift to any seating position simply by using their body weight as the patented PlusTM system adjusts the lower back support simultaneously with the headrest.

Prices for the Stressless Office chairs range from $1,600-$5,100. For additional information on the all-new Stressless Office chair line, please visit http://stresslesspr.com

St Ermin’s Hotel

The luxury St Ermin’s Hotel is now offering a spy package that is ideally timed to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Ian Fleming’s first Bond book “Casino Royale,” which gave life to his legendary character. Now hotel guests have a chance to be James Bond 007 like Daniel Craig and live like a spy!

St Ermin’s Hotel in London’s St James’s, which completed an 18-month, £30 million renovation in the summer of 2012, is distinctly individual, contemporary and welcoming with 331 newly designed stylish rooms, including 41 luxurious suites.

With a rich history of espionage, undercover activities and even a secret passageway to British Parliament, London’s recently renovated St. Ermin’s Hotel, offers young 007 fans a chance to be special agents with its “Budding Bonds” package.

Families can use their own undercover abilities with the hotel’s “Budding Bonds” package which lets kids test their code breaking and observational skills. At check-in, each child receives their own Top Secret briefing pack containing confidential information on the hotel’s links to the intelligence community. A book of codes and tips help budding agents develop spy skills, while a series of searching questions.

The briefing pack also takes them on a London Spy Walk Challenge enabling them to win a coveted ‘iSpy for St. Ermin’s’ identity card before being rewarded with their very own shaken not stirred, non-alcoholic cocktail.

For avid James Bond 007 fans and die-hard enthusiasts, the luxury London hotel can arrange a private London Spy Walking Tour, which highlights major points of interest in the country’s history of espionage, much of which took place nearby.

The “Budding Bonds” package is priced at £550 (approximately USD $831.00 based on a family of four sharing) inclusive of VAT for a two-night stay. It includes a Family Room accommodation which sleeps five – two Queen-beds, a full-size day bed and two bathrooms – on a bed & breakfast basis. And, of course, a St. Ermin’s Secret Agent Package per child, including the London Spy Walk Challenge. A minimum two-night stay is required. Offer is subject to availability and is valid till December 31, 2013. Blackout dates may apply.

In 2012, St. Ermin’s Hotel made the Condé Nast Traveler “Hot List” as one of the world’s best new hotels.

To learn more about the St. Ermin’s Hotel “Budding Bonds” package in London or make a reservation, please use the contact form below.

St. Ermin’s Hotel
2 Caxton St
London, SW1H 0QW

Copain Wines

Copain Wines is a premium winery and tasting room located just two short miles from downtown Healdsburg, in the middle of Northern California’s world-famous wine country.

Specializing in vineyard-designated wines from the Anderson Valley and Mendocino County, Copain Wines features a tasting room that’s perched on a hill overlooking the serenely beautiful Russian River Valley.

Pack your own lunch and relax in their picnic tables and Adirondack chairs, and take in the gorgeous local wine country views.

Copain Wines has long been a favorite among both locals and Healdsburg/Sonoma area visitors who prefer its “off the beaten path” location. Patrons gather to enjoy winemaker Well Guthrie’s cool-climate Pinot Noir and Syrah, which have cultivated a cult following since Copain’s inception in 1999.

The winery’s professional staff is warm, welcoming, and knowledgeable. Open by appointment, the winery welcomes guests to join the ‘Farm Table Tasting’ tasting, featuring a selection of Copain’s hand-crafted wines, offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily in the hilltop tasting room.

A fee of $15 is waived with purchase. Members of the recently launched Copain Membership Program may request the ‘Farm Table Tasting,’ or a private appointment between the hours of 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Inspired by his time in Burgundy and the Northern Rhône Valley of France, Well Guthrie marries French stylistic sensibilities with the best organically-farmed California fruit to craft classically-styled wines that are well balanced and food-friendly.

To book a vacation to Northern California’s Sonoma or Napa wine-country, please contact us using the form below.

Hotel Wailea on tropical Hawaii, is Maui’s only boutique hotel. This luxurious resort offers a wide range of activities, from private kiteboarding and paddleboard lessons to yoga classes and spa treatments. Hotel guests can enjoy a Hawaiian getaway and choose a taste of everything this tropical island and Asian-inspired resort has to offer.

By offering a mountainside setting on the Hawaiian island of Maui, Hotel Wailea is a perfect retreat for recharging both the body and soul. The amazing Hotel Wailea on Maui plays an active role in the island’s robust yoga community by hosting regular classes as well as a monthly event sponsored by Lululemon in its glass-walled studio.

The Hotel Wailea Yoga Package provides guests the opportunity to breathe and stretch while taking in stunning ocean views and soothing breezes during private daily yoga sessions led by highly experienced local instructors on one of Maui’s most pristine beaches. The complete Hotel Wailea Yoga Package starts at $795.00 per person (based on double-occupancy) and includes:
. 5 days of private 1-hour yoga sessions on the beach
. A personal yoga mat that guests can take home as a memento of their stay Water, towels, and yoga equipment during sessions
. 5 nights accommodation in an Ocean View Suite
. Attendant Service at Wailea Beach – water, umbrellas, towels and beach chairs are available for guests’ use
. Signing privileges at the Grand Wailea Resort for food & beverage, retail purchases and spa treatments
. WiFi Internet/ iPads / Wireless printer access in the lobby area
. Access to Hotel Wailea swimming pool, sun deck, pool bar and fitness center
. Complimentary shuttle service to beach, shops, golf & restaurants in Wailea
. Preferred tee times for guests at nearby Wailea golf courses (green fees not included)

The Maui Ocean Divas Package is designed for those who are adventurous but also appreciate a pause for pampering and relaxation. An exhilarating learning experience awaits with a 3-day private kiteboarding camp, led by Maui’s
premier kiteboarding school, along with a paddleboarding lesson, while the stunning lush scenery sets a relaxed tone for daily outdoor yoga lessons and spa treatments. The complete Maui Ocean Divas Package starts at $1999 per person based on double occupancy and includes:
. 3-days of private 3-hour kiteboarding lesson with a professional instructor
. 3 morning private outdoor yoga classes
. 1 1-hour Stand Up Paddleboarding
. 1 Facial and 1 Pedicure at the Hotel Wailea
. 4-nights’ accommodations at Hotel Wailea in a Partial Oceanview Suite
. Attendant Service at Wailea Beach – water, umbrellas, towels and beach chairs are available for guests’ use
. Signing privileges at the Grand Wailea Resort – food & beverage, retail purchases and spa treatments
. WiFi Internet/ iPads / Wireless printer access in the lobby area
. Access to Hotel Wailea swimming pool, sun deck, pool bar and fitness center
. Shuttle service to beach, shops, golf & restaurants in Wailea
. Preferred tee times for guests at nearby Wailea golf courses (green fees not included)

Both Hotel Wailea zen packages are available through December 31, 2013 and subject to blackout dates.

To learn more or book a reservation, please contact us using the below form.

BRYCLA manufactures luxurious chairs that are used at a variety of high-end events and occasions including: Royal/Celebrity weddings and VIP functions.

Research conducted by the chairmaker discovered that when people get married, they only have the same old rental chair to sit on. It doesn’t matter whether they have spent $20,000,000 or just $2,000 on a wedding … it’s the same old rental chair.

BRYCLA chairs are used at only the worlds most exclusive events where a client desires nothing short of perfection, yet also demands a product that no one else would have used at a previous another wedding or function.

The mission of BRYCLA is to manufacture luxury chairs that provide their clients a bespoke product that no one else would have seen before and transforms any venue.

Since the company only sells direct, hey can offer amazing prices. BRYCLA wholesale prices are £2,000 for their stunning 22 carat gold plated “Royal” chair and £360 for the Chrome “Platinum” chair.

Moto Guzzi USA

Back in 1970, Moto Guzzi won the first motorcycle fleet contract in America ever awarded to a foreign manufacturer. They developed the California model for the LAPD and the California Highway Patrol, instantly launching the Italian brand into the U.S. market.

Moto Guzzi USA is proud to introduce their newest motorcycle model – the 2014 California 1400.

All Moto Guzzi motorcycles are hand-made in their Italy factory located in Mandello del Lario. It’s been this way since the company first started in 1921.

The all-new 2014 California 1400 represents a turning point in Moto Guzzi history by providing a combination of latest, most advanced technology along with the style, craftsmanship, comfort and performance the highly respected brand is known for.

The legendary Moto Guzzi California has patrolled American freeways, escorted esteemed monarchs and presidents and has been parked in the garages of cinema divas and rock stars alike, including actor Ewan McGregor, a passionate Guzzi owner and now face of the new California 1400 “My Bike, My Pride” global advertising campaign.

The 2014 California 1400 motorcycle is the most technologically-advanced cruiser on the market today and includes these innovative elements:

• The largest twin cylinder engine ever made in Europe – A 1,380cc 90° V-Twin engine able to produce an explosive 88.5 foot pounds of torque at just 2,750 rpm;
• Traction Control – The first custom in the world equipped with the three-level *MGCT* traction control;

• Tri-Map Ride-by-Wire technology – The first custom in the world equipped with ride-by-wire technology. The rider can change the character of the bike directly from the handlebar. Three different power output curves: Turismo (Touring), Veloce (Sport) and Pioggia (Rain).

• Electronic Cruise Control *- With the push of a button on the right hand grip, the rider can set the pace and enjoy mile upon mile of open road;

• LED Daytime Running Lights* – The first custom in the world with a headlight assembly like the system used on late model cars;

• The Elastic Engine* – An elastic support system fitting the powertrain to the frame. Through a series of rubber dampeners and rockers the engine vibrations are filtered out leaving the rider with a smooth and comfortable ride.

Motorcycle enthusiasts can complete a test ride online appointment request, then locate a participating dealer and receive a personalized product introduction. Go to www.motoguzzi-us.com, for additional details and the all-new 2014 California 1400 product information.

JW Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa

The drive to Ko’ Olina is worth the wait! As you drive up the driveway to the JW Marriott Ihilani, leave your cares behind, as this luxury resort is lush and located on 640 acres of tropical opulence. The Spa is located in a separate building near the entrance to the resort.

Once you make your way to the locker room and put on your robe and slippers, it’s easy to slip into the nearby hot Roman tub, set at about 103 degrees. Nearby, also is a steam, sauna, and Vichy shower.

My first spa experience was the Thallaso tub, 125 jets rotating on your bottom-side, starting up by my neck and pulsating on my upper back, then moving down to the undersides and sides of my thighs, calves, and then feet.

There are bars in the Jacuzzi-like tub, to hold your feet in place and hand bars to hold onto. It is one of the only two Thallaso tubs in the USA. It is fed by filtered sea water. There are options colors to chose, to enhance your bathing experience. Each color has a different significance. Red for energy, orange for joy, yellow for wisdom, green for harmony and love, blue for calm and peace, indigo for awakening intuition and violet for awareness and creativity.

They are meant to enhance and realign the spirit. It was such a soothing, relaxing experience! My attendant, Lee, was so serene and caring. She left me to the music and the jets. What a wonderful feeling and experience!

Lee came back and led me to the wet treatment room for my Pua Kai (Flower by the Sea) signature scent scrub and wrap. It is meant to express the romantic nature of the naupaka, one of Hawaii’s most common beach plants. One of Hawaii’s most famous legends is built around naupaka, in which early Hawaiians believed it was based on a love story of a couple, one from royalty and another a commoner.

As it was strictly forbidden for members of royalty to marry people from the common ranks, the two lovers were separated. There are different versions of the naupaka legend, but all carry the same theme: lovers that are separated forever, one banished to the mountains, the other to the beach and that when the beach flower and the mountain flower are once again brought together, the couple would be together again.

Lee scrubbed my body gently with this lovely scent – reminding me of bits of jasmine, roses, orange blossoms, coconut and ginger. After thoroughly rubbing my body with this mixture, she then showered me down with the overhead vichy-shower arm. I was then led to a large vichy shower to rinse off completely, and then into another room to make a choice of a masque lotion or oil mixture for the wrap portion of the treatment.

After my relaxing treatments, I made my way out to the lanai and ordered a refreshing lunch, relaxed for a while afterwards and then made it back into the amenities area and got freshened up before my walk around the grounds.

Suggested improvements:
The lanai where I had lunch was right off of the hotel, meaning that if it’s a high-traffic time, one has to deal with the hotel traffic.

With that said, they say at the Ihilani Spa that they will do everything they can to make sure your visit is not only relaxing, but uplifting. This 35,000 square-foot oasis offers state-of-the-art facilities, helpful conveniences, and service intended to cater to your wellness. There is a fitness center, tennis courts, Pilates room and Yoga is offered on the ocean-front lawn.

This beautiful resort by the sea is set away from the hustle and bustle of Honolulu. Golf (Ted Robinson 18-hole course), snorkeling, whale and dolphin excursions are offered from the property. There is a 43-acre marina with 270 full-service slips imbedded into the Ko ‘Olina community. While on my stroll, I crossed bridges with small hammerhead sharks, rays and assorted fish below. The property offers unique interactive and interpretive guest activity programs here, utilizing this ocean water pond — Reef Shark Feeding, Hawaiian Fish Feed, Seafari Hunt, Hawaiian Ray Experience and the Keiki (children’s) program. There are kids and teens programs, also tennis lessons and clinics for young adults and adults.

The JW can accommodate your small group or a several-course dinner for 1100.

Get away, relax, and enjoy at this oasis as their motto is: Every Step Reveals Paradise…

Here the ocean does not care where you’ve been, the cascading sun does not care where you are going. All that matters is that you are right here.

Review by: Sherrie Strausfogel “Hawaii’s Spa Experience”

Coldwell Banker

Now is your chance to own the current home of Hollywood celebrity actor Matt Damon. Just listed for an eye-popping $20 million dollars, this incredible luxury mansion offers stunning Miami Beach views.

Damon’s mansion is named Casa Casuarina, and was the former residence of fashion icon Gianni Versace. Originally built in 1935, this amazing mansion is 12,705 Sq.Ft. and has its own private dock and boatlift.

The property is located on a rare double lot (6020 N. Bay Road) with about 170 feet of prime water frontage. This allows breathtaking, unobstructed views of scenic Biscayne Bay and far beyond.

Coldwell Banker

The two-story house features 7 bedrooms and 10 baths, plus a wine cellar, over-sized living room, custom office, theatre room, and high-end gourmet kitchen.

To host family or friends, the mansion also has a 2 bedroom / 2 bath guest house. In addition, you can enjoy a beautiful courtyard entrance, private master-suite terrace, and rooftop terrace.

It’s been reported that designer Gianni Versace invested about $35 million dollars into the home. His major investments were beautiful pieces art and even the gold mosaic in the stunning 54-foot pool. The pool house comes with a full summer kitchen for wonderful outdoor parties.

NASA/Bill Ingalls, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

If this $20 million dollar mansion is something you are interested in, then please contact us directly or the South Florida luxury real estate team, The Jills (Jill Hertzberg and Jill Eber) of Coldwell Banker Previews International –

The Jills are highly respected real estate professionals and only deal with the highest of high-end real estate.

Hiking in the incredible Rocky Mountains of Colorado is a dream come true for many outdoor enthusiasts. As the winter snows begin to thaw, hikers are making plans for another terrific hiking season.

The Limelight Hotel is offering its guests who are often aspiring mountaineers and avid adventurers, an exciting new way to explore the local mountains with the new Aspen-Crested Butte Package.   As Aspen’s newest hotel, this luxury property is a nostalgic piece of history in this hip mountain town, known for its array of outdoor adventures and fantastic dining options.

Aspen and Crested Butte are two unique, Colorado mountain towns, which by road is more than 100 miles apart. Enjoy a stunning 6-hour, 11 mile-hike through the mountains that connect the two towns.

Included in the the Aspen-Crested Butte Package are two nights at The Limelight Hotel in Aspen. The luxury Aspen, Colorado property will provide a private shuttle to the trailhead on the White River National Forest, in addition to an assortment of local and organic snacks for the journey.

For hikers to track their progress on the trail and, if necessary, send distress signals as cell phones do not work on any portion of the hike, the hotel will also provide a map for the 11 mile hike and a Spot Satellite GPS Messenger<http://www.findmespot.com/en/index.php>.

Once hikers reach Crested Butte, private transportation will greet them at the trailhead to whisk them to their accommodations at the newly remodeled Nordic Inn<http://nordicinncb.com/>.

After spending two nights in Crested Butte, hotel guests have their choice of options for returning back to Aspen:
* An A-Star Eurocopter flight over the mountains. The helicopter picks up guests directly from the helipad at the Nordic Inn. This flight can be extended to allow for additional sightseeing and exploration.
* A Cessna Caravan flight over the mountains. Guests must take a shuttle to the nearby Gunnison County Airport to access the plane. This flight may also be extended to allow for additional sightseeing and exploration.
* Ground transportation on the beautiful, roughly three hour drive to Aspen.

Pricing for this amazing outdoor experience begins at $4,679 for the helicopter; $2,994 for the Cessna; and $1,440 for the shuttle. Rates include two nights lodging in both Aspen and Crested Butte, shuttle fees, Whole Foods snack bag and use of GPS. Expanded continental breakfasts are offered at both The Limelight Hotel and The Nordic Inn.

To book this experience, call 970-925-3025 or 1-800-433-0832.

Fisherman come from all over the world to fish in the beautiful Hawaiian waters every year. Kauai is well know for its class-A sports fishing and Ohana Fishing Charters should be your choice.

Whether you are a die-hard fisherman, first-timer looking for adventure, or a family wanting to bond on the open-ocean, Ohana Fishing Charters has the trip of a lifetime waiting for you.

Kauai fishing is truly some of the best in the world. The Pacific Ocean waters around the lush island of Kauai are still pristine. With relatively few people living, boating and fishing here, the abundance of big game fish is sometimes hard to believe.

Ohana Fishing Charters provides the best deep sea fishing on Kauai. This top notch charter fishing business is outfitted for the serious fishing enthusiast.

Ohana Fishing Charters operates out of Nawiliwili Harbor in Lihue Kauai. Ohana Fishing Charters has been introducing beginners and advanced anglers to the thrills of Hawaiian Big Game Fishing since 1987.

You can cast away in style aboard the Ohana Fishing Charters’ – Ho’o Maika’i which is a 30×10 foot Wilson built fishing boat. This boat is one of the best-known charter vessels on the island of Kauai.

Ohana Fishing Charters
P.O. box 1171
Kapaa, HI 96746
800-713-4682