Unleash Your Inner Explorer

As Director of Client Management at Element Lifestyle, a luxury lifestyle and concierge company based in Los Angeles, I am always on the hunt for unique and meaningful experiences around the world for our clients to enjoy. When it comes to adventure travel in the Arctic, Greenland is the ideal destination for the thrill-seeking traveler desiring the polar landscape at its finest.

For a truly authentic Greenland Arctic experience, Black Tomato’s ten-day Greenland Adventure is the perfect plan. The expertly crafted itinerary commences in Iceland, where one night is spent before embarking to Greenland. The flight over the diverse island owned by the Danish kingdom offers some of the most gorgeous topography in the world. The intrepid adventure begins at Constable Point on the Liverpool Land peninsula. With a professional guide, the inner explorers are unleashed to traverse stunning polar landscapes by snowmobile and dog sleds pulled by Huskies.

Arctic activities include: snowshoeing on untouched Arctic terrain, mountain climbing, visiting small Inuit villages, building an igloo and tracking animals including: polar bears, musk ox, hares, and foxes.

“Greenland really is one of the world’s last remaining frontiers. It’s the ultimate escape from reality.” – Black Tomato

Luxury Travel with Grupo Avemex

Acclaimed as one of the most prestigious companies in the private aviation industry in Mexico, Grupo Avemex offers a complete catalog of aeronautical services: maintenance and sale of equipment, FBO, aircraft management, rent of personalized flights and sale of pre-owned aircraft.

Located at Toluca International Airport, Grupo Avemex operates with the highest international quality standards. Its 2,500m2 hangar designed for aircraft maintenance is administered by highly trained technicians certified and authorized by the DGAC and FAA. Ensuring regular crew training in Flight Safety and SimuFlight, Grupo Avemex consistently operate under the IS-BAO and Wyvern certifications.

With its world-class FBO, and in partnership with Universal Weather and Aviation, Grupo Avemex provide the most comprehensive ground support services. Solutions for financial management of aircraft are available inclusive of operating permits and crew management. Additionally, first-class services in the rental of personalized flights, and full consultation on the purchase of a pre-owned aircraft are offered.

Sharing more than 35 years experience conquering the skies, Grupo Avemex continues to lead the aviation industry with a dedication to excellence and providing premium services to its esteemed clients.

The Latest in Luxury by Starwood Hotels and Resorts

The Luxury Collection© is an ensemble of more than ninety-five of the world’s finest hotels and resorts in more than 35 countries, each noteworthy for its architecture, art, furnishings, and amenities. The properties share a dedication to immaculate service and comfort, and each has a unique heritage inextricably tied to its destination.

The collection has been curated for its unique spirit of diversity and genre – each Luxury Collection© property has a story to tell and provides guests the opportunity to meet a new destination in a completely unique way.

These include the Santa Marina in Mykonos, Greece, the Hotel Cala Di Volpe Noche and the Hotel Cala Di Volpe Aerea in Italy, Bali’s The Laguna, the Hotel Maria Cristina San Sebastian in Spain, and Paris’ Prince De Galles and now – The Residences at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort, in Los Cabos Mexico.

On Top of the World

Over-the-top swimming pools have become the iconic signature statement for some of the finest hotels around the world. The panoramic views of Hollywood Hills at the London Hotel’s rooftop pool in West Hollywood is a great example of this truly urban retreat. Here, breakfast, lunch and dinner are available at Boxwood on the Roof by Gordon Ramsay’s protégé Anthony Keene. Poolside concierge service on its exclusive pool deck or in private luxury cabanas, provides an ideal venue for any gathering, any time.

‘On top of the world’ takes on new meaning when you can swim on top of the world. Known for its 500-foot infinity pool and city skyline views, the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore takes the win for the largest rooftop pool. The pool rests on a platform that connects its three 57-foot skyscrapers and is not for the faint of heart. It does, however, make it the best location in the city for breathtaking photo opportunities. As well, nestled among the clouds, Skypark proffers some of the finest champagne and cocktails.

Another over-the-top pool was created by Philippe Stark with an eye to accentuating the surrounding drama of Ipanema Beach and Two Brother’s Mountain. Located on the eighth floor of the Fasano Hotel, the chic atmosphere attracts the A-list crowds making it one of the coolest places to stay cool under the hot sun in Rio de Janeiro.

Taking a step off the rooftops and into a tranquil and secluded hillside hideaway in Bali, the Alila Ubud’s Resort has a rectangular infinity pool that conveys calmness. Sitting high up on the edge of the rich green Ayung River, this eco-friendly resort promotes a sense of community and urges guests to experience Balinese culture.

Alternatively, if guests are looking for exclusivity, then New York City’s Soho House provides preferential treatment that will not go unnoticed, especially when lounging pool side. Toronto’s Thompson Hotel maximizes access to the great outdoors while The Park Hyatt Sydney offers sweeping view of the city and Sydney Harbor, just to mention a few of the abundance of pools around the world that are simply over-the-top spectacular.

Royal Malewane is The Royal Portfolio’s private safari lodge in South Africa’s Greater Kruger National Park. It exudes the romance and beauty of a bygone age while offering every modern comfort and convenience.

The classic safari experience is unsurpassed with unrivaled game viewing and the most qualified guiding team in Africa. It is an exclusive adventure that provides detailed insights into the complex and fascinating ecosystem of the South African bushveld. The Royal Malewane guides and trackers lead as close as possible to allow observation of the “big five” and other splendid mammal and bird species great and small.

While enjoying the engrossing wildlife experience in the South African bushveld, one can achieve balance and harmony with the natural daily rhythms and exquisite sunsets, while surrounded by the luxury amenities offered by Royal Malewane including the award-winning Waters of Royal Malewane Bush Spa where sensual treatments are indulged. In addition, the passionate professional chefs delight your epicurean senses with nightly feasts under the African stars. Guests are pampered with personally tailored menus and fine selections of wine, whiskey and gin to complement these offerings.

The all-inclusive experience at Royal Malewane is highly personalized. There are only six luxury suites and two, two-bedroom Royal Suites. The Africa House is a six-bedroom, exclusive-use bush villa with its own private chef, safari vehicle and guiding team and is ideal for families or groups of friends.

Each of the spacious suites at Royal Malewane has been lovingly decorated by the stylish want of owner Liz Biden. With interiors inspired by the elegance of colonial simplicity, rich wood terraces, deep claw foot baths, outdoor showers, private pools and thatched gazebos; luxury finds easy residence in the dramatic African bush.

By: Element Lifestyle

Photos courtesy of: Royal Malewane

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts^® is delighted to announce the ultra-luxury brand’s first mainland Chinese resort, Rosewood Sanya, on the paradise island of Sanya, on August 21, 2017.

Beautiful guestrooms with spectacular views of the South China Sea
All 246 guestrooms at Rosewood Sanya are ocean facing and 45 guestrooms include balcony plunge pools. Guestrooms measure from 68 to 680 square meters.

In keeping with the brand’s A Sense of Place philosophy, the resort’s design incorporates wood, tribal totems and aquatic elements to create a serene and contemporary space, celebrating the beauty of nature and the serenity of the ocean, for all Rosewood guests to discover.

Rosewood Sanya is part of an integrated resort set within 40 acres (16 hectares) of landscaped gardens surrounding the Sanya Forum, the largest convention center in Haitang Bay. The hotel’s 3,425 square meters of meeting space include a 1,500 square-meter pillar less grand ballroom and six function spaces. It also offers The Pavilion, a sophisticated residential-style venue with a spacious outdoor terrace offering full sea views.

State-of-the-art facilities and impeccable service supports a range of personal and business events from exclusive board meetings, to product launches, to red carpet galas and legendary weddings.

Exclusive Opening Offers
A series of attractive resort opening offers are available for those who want to be the first to experience this exquisite sanctuary. Set against the serene and pristine private beaches and azure waters of Haitang Bay on Hainan Island, is China’s paradise island, the home of Rosewood Sanya. To learn more visit: www.rosewoodhotels.com/en

Designed to follow the contours of the existing geography, while preserving the ecosystem that stretches along the Caribbean coast, Mayakoba is blessed with an incredible roster of properties – each created to enhance the natural surrounding environment. Home to a collection of four luxury resorts including: Rosewood, Banyan Tree, Andaz and Fairmont Mayakoba as well as more than 260 species of wildlife and 9 kilometers of sparkling lagoons and canals, Mayakoba is a resort development like no other.

Created with an individual vision for guests to experience, each Mayakoba property encourages relaxation while experiencing the ancient culture and natural beauty of the Riviera Maya. Rosewood Mayakoba provides rare luxury and refined beauty through its superb restaurants and exclusive amenities. Guests looking for a resort for rejuvenation of both mind and body, Banyan Tree Mayakoba brings Asian hospitality to the area. Tucked around a ribbon of crystal waterways traversing tropical forests, Fairmont Mayakoba is an explorer’s dream. Lastly, Andaz sets the stage to indulge creativity with a focus on local culture, art and cuisine.

Whatever the Mayakoba property, it will be the ideal place to plan your next vacation – one of luxury, nature, harmony and serenity.