Join Club Vivanova on an Exclusive Wine Weekend in the Heart of Apulia in Partnership with Marchesi Antinori and Morasinsi

THE ULTIMATE APULIAN WINE WEEKEND
MARCHESI ANTINORI & MORASINSI
Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th June 2023

Join Club Vivanova on an exclusive, limited and one-of-a-kind wine weekend in the heart of Apulia in partnership with Marchesi Antinori and Morasinsi.

Our exceptional weekend showcases excellence in Apulian gastronomical culture and hospitality with two wine tasting experiences. Guests will enjoy a Friday afternoon winery tour, aperitivo and gourmet dinner at Tenuta Bocca di Lupo, with an overnight stay at Hotel d’Altavilla in Canosa di Puglia. Followed by a Saturday late-morning winery tour and gourmet lunch at the natural and organically operated Morasinsi winery - a sensational and unique experience, presented exclusively by Club Vivanova.

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FRIDAY 23RD JUNE 2023
2pm
Check in at Hotel d’Altavilla
Via Balilla, 49, 70053 Canosa di Puglia BT

5pm
Tenuta Bocca di Lupo
“One of the best wineries and experience you may ever have.”
Welcome & winery tour

6pm
Apulian aperitif (served family style)
Burrata and mozzarella cheese
Focaccia di farina di Grano Arso (Apulian wholemeal bread)
Salumi from Minervino Murge
Bruschette di Crema di rucola e stracciatella (Bruschetta with rocket and creamy mozzarella cream)
Capocollo from Martina Franca
Wine pairing: Calafuria – IGT Salento

7.30pm
Gourmet Wine Dinner
Wine presented by Marchesi Antinori’s Director of Private Clients Rachele Damiani

First course
Fresh pasta with seasonal vegetable)
Wine pairing: Pietrabianca Doc Castel del Monte BIO

Second course
Bombetta (little meat rolls that are stuffed with melted cheese and pancetta) with rosemary potatoes
Wine pairing: Bocca di Lupo Doca Castel del Monte BIO

Dessert
Ricotta cheese pudding
Wine pairing: KALORO Moscato di Trani Doc BIO

Retire (overnight)
Hotel d’Altavilla

SATURDAY 24TH JUNE 2023
Hotel d’Altavilla
8am to 10am . Apulian Breakfast

11am
Vineyard and winery tour
Morasinsi

12.30pm
Gourmet Lunch with wine presentation
Four course lunch with four natural wines
Morasinsi

Booking availability:
Double room (double bed) €1100 - includes 2 tickets
Triple Room (3 single beds) €1160 - includes 2 tickets (option to add another ticket)
Deluxe Room (1 double bed) €1160- includes 2 tickets
Superior Double Room (private patio, double bed) €1140 - includes 2 tickets
Quadruple Room (sofa bed and double bed) €1200 - includes 2 tickets (option to add two more tickets)
Single Room (1 single bed) €600 - includes 1 ticket
Hotel d’Altavilla

All rooms have ensuite bathroom with toiletries, slippers and bathrobes
Breakfast included

Tickets include:
Friday winery tour, aperitif, gourmet dinner and wine service
Overnight hotel accommodation with breakfast
Saturday winery tour, gourmet lunch and wine service

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Both winery locations are within a 10 minute drive from the hotel
*All reservations are non-refundable after 1st June 2023
Attendees must be over 18

Ingredifind - Food To Help Calm Your Anxious Mind by Monica Price

Ingredifind - Food To Help Calm Your Anxious Mind by Monica Price

Anxiety is a complicated mental health disorder that requires a multitude of approaches to manage it effectively. Along with medication and therapy, the foods you eat may help support your mental health, reduce symptoms of anxiety, and promote better brain health.

Overcoming anxiety without medications involves making lifestyle changes, and that includes changing your diet. There are foods that will help cure anxiety and foods that will contribute to anxiety, and by choosing the right foods, you can drastically cut down on the amount of anxiety you experience and help to improve your mood. Here are some of my top foods to eat, and what to avoid.

Whole grain foods

Whole grain pasta, rice and bread have several powerful benefits for those with anxiety. Anything whole grain is rich in magnesium — and magnesium deficiency may lead to anxiety. It also contains tryptophan, which becomes serotonin — a calming neurotransmitter. Whole grains create healthy energy while reducing hunger — both important for anxiety.

Seaweed

Seaweed has many of the same benefits as whole grains. Not only is it rich in nutrients — it also has a high magnesium content, and kelp and other seaweed have a high tryptophan content. Seaweed is a good alternative to whole grains for those that are gluten sensitive.

Fish

Fish such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, trout and herring are high in Omega 3s. They are incredibly important and are a type of fatty acids that have a strong relationship to cognitive function and mental health. Many studies have shown that by adding fatty fish to your diet can help to improve your anxiety and also depression.

Dark chocolate

Swap your milk chocolate for dark! Research has found that dark chocolate or cocoa may improve your mood as it is a rich source of polyphenols, especially flavonoids. Chocolate is another source of tryptophan, which the body uses to turn into mood-enhancing neurotransmitters such as serotonin in the brain. Dark chocolate is also a good source of magnesium. It’s important to look at the chocolate that contains 70% cacao or more, and only a small amount is needed.

Brazil nuts

Brazil nuts are high in selenium, which is an antioxidant that is important for the cells in our body, and this may improve your mood by reducing inflammation, which is often at heightened levels when someone has a mood disorder such as anxiety. Other nuts and vegetables, such as mushrooms and soybeans, are excellent sources of selenium as well — and you only need to eat three or four brazil nuts a day to have all that your body needs.

Chamomile

Chamomile is a daisy-like plant most commonly used to make tea with and has long been associated with its calming and relaxing effects. There is also evidence to suggest chamomile may be effective for reducing depression and it is rich in polyphenols — many of which have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Foods to avoid

Making sure you are not eating foods that contribute to anxiety can play an important part. Examples of these types of foods could include fried foods, high glycaemic carbohydrates, refined sugars, and alcohol. A good idea is to write down any food that react or trigger an anxiety attack. If you have a panic attack for example, you may want to avoid coffee, because coffee can increase your heart rate and could be a trigger for an attack. But if you have more general anxiety then coffee may actually be beneficial. Many find that caffeine, in small quantities, can actually help reduce stress and improve mood.

Never underestimate the power of food..

Monica Price is a broadcaster, writer and the go-to Health and Wellbeing Expert, working with Sky News, GB News, BBC, TalkTV, Times Radio and more.

Ingredifind is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

Kokoro Zenwear Launches the Kintsugi Bamboo Silk Collection in Exclusive Collaboration with Baccarda

Kokoro Zenwear Launches the Kintsugi Bamboo Silk Collection in Exclusive Collaboration with Baccarda

With a background in hospitality and fashion in Ireland and Europe, Sharon Farren is a fervent eco activist. Combining this passion with her creativity and design skills, Sharon’s vision for Kokoro Zen Wear is to grow the business internationally into an ultra-luxurious, 100% sustainable clothing brand. Sharon has form when it comes to bringing new ideas to life. She also established clothing boutiques in Dublin and Brussels, where she promoted Irish, European and US fashion brands. In keeping with Sharon’s ethos to tread lightly on the earth, she has based Kokoro’s design studio in Cannes, handmade in Dublin and only works with certified sustainable suppliers.

Through Club Vivanova Monaco, Kokoro Zenwear is thrilled to announce the launch of a new ‘Kintsugi’ Bamboo Silk collection in exclusive collaboration with Baccarda - Italian Luxury Brand of Home Textiles Decoration, founded by designer Lidia Bersani. Baccarda is famous for its unique interior collection such as for bedroom, living and dining room and as well bespoke curtains made to measure of the highest quality textile. All collections are designed and handmade in Italy, which make them one of the best.

As a fruit of a partnership of  Kokoro & Baccarda their Limited Collections of both, this Summer are present in Baccarda Boutique in Centre of Cannes as from 22th April.

Kokoro Zenwear is a Club Vivanova Corporate Partner

Metabolic Balance - The Importance of Exercise in Everyday Life - If You Rest, You Rust!

Metabolic Balance - The Importance of Exercise in Everyday Life - If You Rest, You Rust!

Whether at home, in the office or at school: In the typical daily routine of a modern person, most of the time only the chairs are changed, the body posture remains practically the same: In the morning, we move from the breakfast chair to the car and from there to the office chair. At lunchtime, it's enough to take a few steps to the canteen seat, and after work is done, you drive back home in the car to make yourself comfortable on the sofa.

No wonder that almost 60% of office workers complain about back problems. How problematic it is for us to develop into a sedentary society can already be seen in the children. Exercising a lot, playing around outside, testing one's own physical abilities – in the past this was a matter of course. Today, more and more children are involved in accidents because they exercise too little. They are often unable to direct and control their movements, lack muscle strength and responsiveness, and their sense of balance is underdeveloped.

However, age plays only a minor role when talking about exercise. Almost everyone can exercise in a beneficial way. Most people know how important exercise is in everyday life. As it is correctly said in the proverb: "If you rest, you rust." Regular exercise helps to minimize body fat and reduce the risk of high blood pressure and secondary diseases. Tension, back and joint pain can also be successfully counteracted in this way. Exercise is a wide field and is not exhausted in endurance sports and gym. It starts with, for example, avoiding the car when driving to work and instead riding a bicycle. If you cycle to work every day, even if it is only 15 minutes to get there and 15 minutes back, you do half an hour of exercise every day!

It is important that you sweat at least once a day and the body is lightly challenged. For example, by deliberately forgoing the elevator and climbing stairs instead. Or if you go shopping on foot instead of driving.
It is not beneficial for the organism to spend hours in front of the computer or on the couch. Prolonged sitting can lead to blood circulation problems in the legs and feet.

Therefore, you should shift the weight as often as possible while sitting. It is also good to move your feet while sitting, lift your toes and heels to relieve the veins, or lift both heels off the ground and bounce in your knees. At home on the sofa you can lie down on your back, just lift your legs in the air and “cycle” for a few minutes. Muscles are also trained in this way, fat is burnt and blood circulation is stimulated. Perhaps these exercises sound quite trivial to you: but – every step counts!

Author: Silvia Bürkle - HQ Metabolic Balance®
Metabolic Balance is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

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Join the International Franchise Show - Host to the UK’s Biggest Selection of Franchise Opportunities from Around the World

Britain’s Biggest International Franchise Show!

Welcome to the International Franchise Show, host to the UK’s biggest selection of the most exciting franchise opportunities from around the world! Returning on the 14th & 15th of April at the ExCeL in London, thousands of entrepreneurs and business owners will get FREE access to over 250 exhibitors, 60 seminars, 1-2-1 personal advice, interactive features, expert guidance and more. This show promises to be the biggest and busiest yet, boasting limitless choices to start, develop, or invest in a franchise.

Operated by Comexposium, the third largest events organiser in the world, the International Franchise Show has been connecting thousands of budding entrepreneurs with their perfect franchise opportunity for over 13 years. The show also couldn’t be in a better location! The ExCeL has 5 international airports all within an hour’s commute, deeming London as ‘the gateway to Europe - the most accessible city in the world’.

The International Franchise Show also plays host to over 50 international brands across 25+ sectors, offering franchise opportunities from under £10K. There is sure to be something for everyone! Why not attend and see if starting or investing in a franchise could be for you? The most recent Natwest survey in 2019 estimates that the franchise industry is worth £17.2 billion in the UK so it may well be worth dipping your toe into the water. No matter your passion you are sure to find a franchise that is your perfect match. You will come away, at the very least, having gained a wealth of tips, tricks, and knowledge from franchise experts who have been in the game for years or have been met with exponential success.

This year there are talks from McDonald’s, Chopstix, Mathnasium, and Natwest, amongst many other incredible brands from across the globe. There are also such features as The Finance Clinic powered by d&t where you can find expert advice on what finance options are available for you. Plus, there’s The Supplier Zone where a range of businesses showcase their products and services to help get your franchise off the ground and running efficiently. Finally, there is a US Pavilion this year for US brands looking to expand their presence in the UK. Attend the show and explore franchises from every industry, all with a business model that has proven to be successful. Don’t miss the opportunity to access a wealth of information all in one place. 

Get your completely free ticket here and visit on April 14th & 15th 2023, at the ExCeL in London.

CMX Events - The Important Keys to a Hosting a Sensational, Engaging and Inspirational Event

CMX Events - The Important Keys to a Hosting a Sensational, Engaging and Inspirational Event

Events can be truly inspirational. The best of them engage and excite the five senses and leave guests energised and delighted. When it comes to event planning, creativity is key. In today's world, people attend countless events, from weddings to birthday parties, and it's important to make your event stand out from the rest.

CMX Events was founded 20+ years ago by Harriet Ross, an avid entertainer with production background and a well-connected businesswoman. Faithful to her high-energy personality, with an Anglo-Saxon pragmatism and Mediterranean flair, Harriet wanted to redefine event excellence in Monaco and the French Riviera. Based in the Principality of Monaco, CMX Events provides their clients with intimate local knowledge and an extensive network promising the best our destination has to offer. CMX Events clients benefit from expertise in all aspects of event creation, production, and management.

Play with the venue

Our agency has access to some of the most exclusive and breathtaking venues available. Whether you're looking for a stunning garden, a Provençal Chateau, or a secluded beach, we can help you find the perfect location to suit your event's theme and atmosphere. Our team will work closely with you to identify the ideal venue that will enhance your event and create a memorable experience for your guests. We will work with you to identify the best way to communicate your message, using your venue to its best advantage and deliver the solution in spectacular style.

Catering

We understand that food and drinks are a crucial aspect of any private event. Our agency has a team of expert chefs and bartenders who will work with you to create a menu that suits your tastes and preferences. From elegant canapés to multi-course meals, we can cater to your every need and ensure that your guests are exceptionally wined and dined all night long.

Event design

Our artistic team is dedicated to enhancing the atmosphere of your event through creative and innovative decoration. Whether you're looking for a classic, elegant style or a more modern, avant-garde approach, our team will work closely with you to create a unique and memorable experience that reflects your personality and preferences.

Entertain your guests

The best events are those that surprise and delight guests with unexpected experiences. We can add elements of surprise into the event, such as a special performance, a unique guest speaker, or an interactive activity. From live bands to laser shows, our agency has a roster of talented performers who are ready to thrill your guests. Our team will work with you to identify the ideal entertainment for your event, considering your preferences, the event theme, and your guests' tastes. 

Technical Production

Our team has a wealth of experience in event production, ensuring that every detail of your event is flawlessly executed. We specialize in creating diverse and fresh approaches to event production, sourcing the right equipment and support, and delivering technical expertise to make the impossible possible. We work closely with you to create a seamless and unforgettable experience for all.

Audio Visual and Lighting

Hypnotising visuals and state-of-the-art sound are among top must-haves for every event. Our team has experience in creating stunning lighting designs and audio-visual creations that will enhance the atmosphere of your event. Bathe your room in light that reflects your brand, with a vivid colour-washing display, or bring a key object, or entire room, to life with the latest projection mapping technology. We can also provide pyrotechnic displays and special effects that will leave your guests in awe. Our technical expertise allows us to create a fully integrated experience, where every element of your event is seamlessly integrated.

Event Logistics

Our dedicated and multi-lingual staff understands the importance of perfect communication, presentation, and precise execution. We work closely with you to ensure that every aspect of your event logistics is flawlessly executed. From transportation to on-site management, our team is committed to providing exceptional service and support you every step of the way.

In conclusion, the art of creative event planning is all about thinking outside the box and infusing your event with unique and memorable experiences. If you are looking to organise an event that is second to none, we can give you all the support you need. We pride ourselves on our ability to create private events that are truly exceptional. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to creating a personalized experience that reflects your unique personality and preferences. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision for their event, and then we bring that vision to life with creativity and expertise. We take care of every detail, so you can focus on enjoying your special day. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create a truly exceptional experience.

CMX Events is a Club Vivanova Corporate Partner

Ingredifind Partners with The World’s Finest Hotel and Cruise Collection “Authentic Hotels & Cruises”

Ingredifind Partners with The World’s Finest Hotel and Cruise Collection “Authentic Hotels & Cruises”

Ingredifind, the revolutionary new tech platform designed to help restaurants empower the millions of people with life-threatening food allergies and dietary preferences, has partnered with the international Authentic Hotel & Cruise Collection.

Authentic Hotels & Cruises offers the finest collection of unique, exclusive, charming hotels and cruises in the world. Representing a portfolio of more than 500 boutique hotels and establishments around the world. It is a well-established brand at the top end of the luxury hospitality sector, which counts names such as Hermès amongst its privileged partners.

Ingredifind now joins this prestigious list as an official partner. Authentic Hotels will now recommend to each of its establishments that they join the Ingredifind app by uploading their menus and specialist allergen menus via its easy-to-use platform.

About Ingredifind 

Ingredifind is a leading platform for diners with dietary preferences and food allergies. Its mission is to make dining out safer and more accessible for everyone. With innovative technology, Ingredifind enables restaurants to provide accurate ingredient information so that diners with specific dietary needs can make informed choices. At Ingredifind is committed to creating a world where everyone can enjoy delicious meals without compromising their health or beliefs.  

To sign up for the app, please click here.
 
Ingredifind and associated marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ingredifind Ltd. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

Ingredifind is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

Club Vivanova Hosts Cocktail Networking Wine Dinner at Monaco's Exclusive GP Circuit Rooftop Bar

“During the inauguration of "Équivoque" exclusive terrace, Équivoque had the honour of receiving S.A.S. Prince Albert II of Monaco. During the event we had the opportunity to explain our unique concept in the world "Perfume Menu". The presence of the Monsignore was for us the recognition of our hard work done over the years. Because in the team there are figures who have been working for many years to get this recognition.” Read more

- On the left the Co-Founder Nicola Buratto.
- Behind S.A.S. Prince Albert II of Monaco the Co-founder of the terrace Pasquale Buonanno.
- To the left of S.A.S. Prince Albert II of Monaco Co-founder of the terrace Daniele Losquadro - (Creator of the "Perfume Menu")

ÉQUIVOQUE MONACO
Sea View Terrace Cocktail & Dinner
Wednesday 19th April 2023 . 6pm

Trackside Sea View Terrace
Port Hercule Monaco
Business Networking

Three Course Dinner
Open Wine Bar
€60 per person

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Join Club Vivanova at Équivoque (rooftop Hotel Miramar - Monaco) on a luxury trackside seaview terrace for an evening of dynamic networking, gourmet menu and premium wines. Our wine bar will open at 6pm, with dinner service at 7.30pm and open bar until 9pm. Another exceptional gourmet experience!

Three Course Menu
Norwegian Salmon Carpaccio
Lemon Philadelphia Flakes

Sea Bass Ravioli
Tomato Confit

Macaroon Trio

Premium International Wines
Mineral Water

Our Partner - Équivoque
This exclusive rooftop bar is an exquisite setting with an elegant outdoor bar and luxury design at the Hotel Miramar - Monaco. With its own entrance on Avenue d'Ostende, Équivoque offers a jaw-dropping menu of classic and creative handcrafted cocktails.

Club Vivanova Partnership
We now offer three membership platforms; individual, corporate and platinum with international promotional and networking benefits plus complimentary VIP tickets to exclusive member-only events in Monaco and across Europe and a selection of premium wines delivered to your door. Learn more

St Tropez Luxury - Book The Exceptional St Tropez Country Retreat - A Rare Oasis of Calm - Now Available

St Tropez Luxury - Book The Exceptional St Tropez Country Retreat - A Rare Oasis of Calm - Now Available

Within a 20-minute drive of St Tropez is St Tropez Country Retreat. Located within 3 hectares of land this stunning property is a rare oasis of calm with spectacular views extending to the gulf of St Tropez. Provencal in style, the house oozes charm. From the moment you step inside you find yourself in a large welcoming drawing room and a spacious kitchen and dining room. The sitting room leads onto a beautiful terrace with glassed windows and roof that can be totally opened in the summer where there is a comfortable sitting area with large sofas, coffee table and dining area.

Outside, the large immaculate gardens are beautifully maintained with Mediterranean trees, chestnuts, olive, lemon and lime, as well as many flower bushes and fruit trees and spectacular views on both sides of the property. There is also a heated swimming pool , tennis court, Boules and an electric car charging point, which will be essential as we are offering a free electric Moke with the property for the duration of your stay. Perfect for coastal roads, a day at Pamplelonne Beach or dinner at the beach, this cool, trendy car will add fun to your stay.

With eight bedrooms, St Tropez Country Retreat can comfortably accommodate up to 15 guests. At L’e Marquis Luxury Lifestyle we offer a full concierge service, and no request is too much. A maid cleans the property for 5 hours day and a Chef is available on request.  We can arrange transfers to and from the airport, book your favourite restaurant and even arrange tickets for high-profile events.

Nothing is too much trouble when your book your stay through us. See more at St Tropez Country Retreat - St Tropez Luxury

We provide the same luxury lifestyle service in all our destinations:

 St Tropez Luxury is a Club Vivanova Corporate Partner

High on Heels! Performing Live at our 2023 Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala Dinner on Saturday 18th November

THE ULTIMATE IN LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
HIGH ON HEELS - Direct from London!

Performing live at our 2023 Club Vivanova Luxury Lifestyle Charity Gala Dinner on Saturday 18th November 2023 at the Fairmont Monte Carlo in aid of Ecoute Cancer Réconfort and the Borneo Wildlife Preservation.

Playing three sets including a chilled out aperitif session, followed by an upbeat dinner set and finally the Tequila Vivier After Party - The Ultimate in Live Entertainment.

Link to ticketing and event information

Join Savills Spotlight on Monaco 2023 Webinar - A Booming Residential Property Market

Join Savills Spotlight on Monaco 2023 Webinar - A Booming Residential Property Market

Monaco has long been a favoured destination of the world’s wealthiest, thanks to its political and economic stability, favourable fiscal environment, and excellent climate and quality of life. In our latest Spotlight: Monaco – 2023 report, we explore how this long-standing appeal has contributed to a booming residential property market over the past decade and beyond, uncovering recent price and rental movements, the growing new-build market, and what we predict for the Monaco property market.

Download the report here.

Interested in finding out more?
Join our webinar on Tuesday 4 April where our panel of property experts take at look at how the Monaco market performed in Monaco over 2022 and what we can expect in 2023. We will also welcome a guest speaker, Birgitta Bondonno, who will discuss everything you need to know about taxation, if you’re considering moving to Monaco.Interested in finding out more?

Sign up via this link.

Michael Reid Sydney & Berlin Present Seven Sisters – Kungkarangkalpa - Exploring the Extraordinary Power of Three APY Land Communities

Seven Sisters – Kungkarangkalpa

ARTIST

Teresa Stevens, Michelle Lewis, Vivian Pingyaki Thompson, Carlene Thompson

DATES

12 - 29 April 2023

Michael Reid Sydney + Berlin are honoured to present Seven Sisters – Kungkarangkalpa, a group exhibition exploring the extraordinary power of the Seven Sisters songline to the artists of twoCentral Desert communities. It is our honour to introduce Kaltjiti Arts, and welcome back Ernabella Arts to the Michael Reid audience. Both of these vital organisations were featured in the groundbreaking Songlines exhibition from the National Museum of Australia, which reopened on 3rd April in Paris, at the Musée du Quai Branly.

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V Events Ferrari Experience - Join Their Thousand Mile Iberian Adventure this May 2023

Ferrari Tour – Iberia 2023
Sunday 7th to Friday 12th May 2023

Join a group of 20 Ferraris on a spectacular 6-day / 5-night, driving tour from Lisbon to Madrid. Hosted by HR Owen, the world’s leading Ferrari dealership, this will be a relaxed, thousand-mile Iberian adventure that meanders through the glorious Portuguese and Spanish countryside on some of the finest driving roads in Europe.

Along the way there will be overnight stops at the best hotels, where we will enjoy gourmet food and wine tastings, and with a relaxed driving itinerary there will be plenty of time to unwind at the end of each day. Just 20 cars will be taking part – 5 spaces currently remain available. Organised by the award-winning motoring specialist V Events (www.v-group.co.uk).

For further details get in touch by email and request the brochure – verity@v-management.co.uk

An Invitation from The Mall Luxury Outlets to a Luxury Cocktail on March 21st at the Four Seasons Hotel in Geneva

The Mall Luxury Outlets, Royal Hotel Sanremo & Globe Air invite you to a special cocktail on March 21st, 6PM at Four Seasons Hotel in Geneva. Guests will have the opportunity to discover “Expect the Unexpected in Riviera”, a unique package for a beautiful stay in the Italian charming Riviera. In addition, they will experience an authentic Taggiasca olive oil tasting held by ROI and local products from Liguria. The event will end with a networking canapé cocktail.

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The Mall Luxury Outlets is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

Globe Business College Munich - Five Important Skills Your Teenager Should be Taught in High School

FIVE IMPORTANT SKILLS YOUR TEENAGER SHOULD BE TAUGHT IN HIGH SCHOOL

Why personal development matters in modern education

The world is moving faster than ever. Technological innovations come out every day that change the way we operate, from simple tasks like writing to more complex events like entertainment. Even larger job-related skills are quickly being converted into automated flows with robotics, AI, and machine learning.

A lot of these new developments excite our young people – and they should. It’s the world they’ll be living and working in. But as they get excited and plan to take their next steps after high school, are they going to be truly prepared to enter university and the job market? As educators, we’ve seen a growing problem: education that ignores the student’s personal development.

Here are five skills we think your teenager should be taught (and continuously work on) beginning in high school:

Time Management

Learning time management as a skill enables your son or daughter to effectively and efficiently divide their time between different activities, thus maximizing how effective their efforts are. A person who understands the value of their time understands the value of their tasks. They’ll be able to decide if something must be done, delayed, delegated, or deleted from their schedule. Learning this at a young age will help to balance assignments, exams, and additional responsibilities like work or family. And of course, these habits will carry over to university, helping their experience to feel more under their control. Practicing effective time management as a teenager will make this extremely valuable skill second nature when they enter the job market.

Bigger Picture Thinking

With the rapid changes we previously discussed, everyone is thinking about the future and wondering what it will look like. When your son or daughter is taught to see a challenge, goal, or idea in a broader vision, then break down the abstract concept into what actually needs to be done to accomplish the idea, they’re practicing bigger-picture thinking. This skill is a strategy that focuses on the entirety of what’s to come instead of obsessing over the details or the unknowns that might feel overwhelming. Anytime they feel overwhelmed, stopping to ask, ‘What am I really moving towards with my actions?’ will help them to refocus, realign, and understand the importance of their current movement.

Grit, Passion, and Determination

Many people will say grit can’t be taught, but we disagree. We absolutely believe that grit exists in all of us and sometimes, just needs to be nurtured and encouraged. Often times young people fail to develop grit, or the passion and determination needed to achieve long-term and meaningful goals, simply because they’re told they have all the time in the world to accomplish what they want. While they may, this is a huge disservice because grit, passion, and determination are not simply how badly they want to achieve something, nor are these important skills a symbol of their natural talent. Instead, grit, passion, and determination are harnessing the power behind wanting a goal so badly that you choose to organize and structure your actions in such a meaningful way that to fail would almost be impossible. When a young person is nurtured and shown they can develop such focused intensity, their sheer determination can often overtake someone else’s natural born talent. Grit comes from high levels of self-control and self-consciousness. If your son or daughter can control and use these to empower their growth, the challenges of the future might not seem so intimidating.

Empathic Exchange

Communication is hard and with the digitalization of conversations through text, messenger, and social media, we’ve seen young people who have lost the ability to read body language or understand unspoken communication. In the classroom and in the job market, we have expectations for professional and pragmatic conduct. These are rooms and spaces where emotions create more challenges than comfort, and can often create conflict when one doesn’t understand how to be a part of the larger conversation taking place outside of just the words being spoken. When your son or daughter learns how to hold empathic exchanges, they can change or impact the direction or even person of the conversation. Empathic exchange helps to build relationships, trust, and more honest conversations. From speaking with their teachers to leading extracurricular activities to networking and even interviewing for their first internship, this skill will be invaluable in their personal development journey.

Communication

We’ve listed communication last because it’s largely touched and impacted by the four previously mentioned skills in this list. Any form of speaking, writing, or any other medium our young people are exposed to, such as social media, sends a message that helps them to define who they are and how they want to interact with other people. When we say we need to teach the young people in our lives to be better communicators, we don’t mean train them to speak. We mean teach them to have the confidence to develop their own style of expressing their points, to stand up and do so with their head held high, and have confidence in their opinions, knowledge, and belief systems. Effective communication builds stronger relationships and helps your son or daughter to express their feelings and thoughts in a more efficient manner. The stronger their communication skills, the more likely they are to stand up for themselves, ask for help, or stand up for their beliefs in the classroom and job market.

All five of the above skills are strong as individual learning points, but when paired together, will create a truly dynamic, capable, and confident human. The next time you have the opportunity to speak to those educating your teenager, ask them what they’re doing to help your son or daughter develop these five crucial skills (time management, bigger picture thinking, grit passion and determination, empathic exchange, and communication).

At Globe Business College Munich, these five skills are the cornerstone of our educational philosophy. In 2006 we had the vision of creating a third level business college in Munich that combines the Irish and German approaches to education. The dream back then was to develop students who can combine the science and art of business. So graduates, who in addition to their formal academic qualifications, have the ability to think on their feet, operate in dynamic environments, have great people skills, communication abilities and are driven by a growth mind-set. That vision has materialised into a college that is filled with individual students who benefit every day from a unique educational approach. This uniqueness comes from the fact that at the core of everything we do is a relationship model that puts the individual at the centre.

Now we also offer our Golden Ticket Weekend workshop for students aged 16-19. Over the course of the weekend, they not only get an introduction to business with our special VIP network of company owners, mentors, coaches, and actors, they start their personal development on these five skills. The weekend is held on campus in Munich or on your child’s campus thanks to our generous network of sponsors and alumni who experienced our education first-hand.

For more information, go to Golden Ticket Weekend or Globe College. Let’s open the conversation for how we can become your partner in your son or daughters success.

Globe College is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner.

LIV Developers Launches New Ultra-Luxury Development to Feature $20.4 Million Penthouse

LIV Developers Launches New Ultra-Luxury Development, to feature $20.4mn Penthouse

The LIV LUX project will offer world-class facilities to residents and investors, including a 24-hour white-glove valet service.

LIV Developers is launching its newest project, LIV LUX, a G+47 ultra-luxury residential tower located in one of Dubai Marina’s most sought-after locations. LIV LUX will usher a new level of luxury living, with never-seen-before striking architecture, just across from the Le Royal Meridien and Ritz Carlton Hotels.

With over $435mn in the pipeline of projects under construction, LIV LUX further supports the company’s expansion plans in the region. LIV Developers will also pursue aggressive regional expansion plans to increase its land bank portfolio in ultra-prime locations of Dubai, with values in excess of $544.9mn.

Taking affluent lifestyle to new heights, LIV LUX will offer residents and investors 47 storeys of refined living with state-of-the-art amenities, unparalleled sea views and resort-style facilities.

Consisting of one-, two-, three and four-bedroom super-luxury apartments, as well as signature duplex penthouses, LIV LUX will cater to buyers looking for refined living in prime locations, or for those seeking real estate investment with high rental yields.

LIV LUX will introduce the Signature & Penthouse Collections, comprised of an array of super luxurious residences.

The residential Tower elevates the availability of deluxe residences in Dubai Marina, with nearly half of the units comprised of LIV’s Signature Collection.

The LIV LUX Penthouses, spanning between 650m2 to 1,393m2, offer features such as private art galleries, outdoor jacuzzis, zen gardens, and infinity edge pools on private terraces.

Ultra Luxury Penthouse

Anchoring the building at the top two levels, the SuperLux penthouse is Dubai Marina’s first-of-its-kind penthouse priced at $20.4 million.

The bespoke residence is comprised of two full floors totalling 1,418m2.  With a 9-meter infinity swimming pool on its terrace, 6-meter double-height ceilings, and amazing entertainment spaces, the penthouse takes its place amongst the finest in the world.

Commenting on the announcement, Ishan Khwaja, director of LIV Developers said: “We are excited to announce the launch of our third project in Dubai Marina, LIV LUX. There is no doubt that the real estate sector in Dubai is booming. After witnessing outstanding results and record-high transactions in the past year, the demand for luxury and super-luxury residences in Dubai continues to grow.

“We have chosen to build LIV LUX in Dubai Marina after seeing the tremendous success of our latest project of 2022, LIV MARINA, which has sold out in record time. These outstanding developments consistently re-affirms Dubai Marina as the top choice location for investors and buyers.”

An addition to the Dubai Marina skyline

Labelled as the new crown jewel of Dubai Marina, LIV LUX features luxurious finishes matched with spectacular sea views, promising residents a unique way of living.

Providing large and contemporary spaces, the apartments will embody sophisticated modernism and offer cutting-edge appliances and amenities from renowned brands such as Miele, Siemens, Bang & Olufsen and Villeroy & Boch.

To further enhance the lifestyle of residents, LIV LUX will offer distinctive facilities spanning across 2,508m2, including a 27-meter lap pool, padel court, golf putting green, conference facilities, outdoor cinema, and private residence beauty salon.

The introduction of LIV LUX continues LIV Developers’ legacy of building bespoke homes for the discerning global citizen.

LIV MARINA is sold out after only a few months since its launch in April 2022. LIV MARINA, which commenced construction in 2022, has had construction quickly proceed to reach the 12th floor in just under seven months, and a 20% completion rate as per the latest RERA inspection, with expected completion in 2025.

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LIV Developers is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

Sharpe Launches Executive & Leadership Coaching Business

Sharpe Launches Executive & Leadership Coaching Business

Monaco resident Gavin Sharpe has launched his corporate wellbeing business. He is best known in the French Riviera for his individual wellbeing practice, Riviera Wellbeing. In October 2022, he launched the Good Life, a one-day event at the Monte-Carlo Bay hotel focused exclusively on individual wellbeing. He also appears on Riviera Radio with his wellbeing show, The Wellbeing Window on the first Wednesday of the month.

Sharpe is a former lawyer, entrepreneur and executive coach. He began his career as a lawyer in the city of London, transitioning from law to business. He co-founded an award winning, international recruitment company which was recognised in the U.K. by The Sunday Times. He has held several corporate executive roles since selling his recruitment business including his own sales training business.

“Corporate wellbeing has always been part of my service. The time feels right to announce the executive & leadership coaching business. Today’s thought-leaders, coaches and strategic advisors need to appreciate the interplay between psychology, neuroscience and modern-day leadership concepts. This is the sum of my life’s work.

As an accredited executive coach with the Academy of Executive Coaching, Sharpe was recently invited to become an Official Member of the Forbes Coaching Council. He recently joined the Monaco Economic Board. He will work with organisations to assist their senior leaders including CEOs, main board directors and other key executives unlock their potential and maximise performance.

The corporate wellbeing business will service clients in Monaco and London initially and Sharpe is building a platform of coaches able to work on a broader international scale.

He will continue his personal wellbeing practice. For more information, see website.

Gavin Sharpe is a Club Vivanova Corporate Partner

Full Schedule - 2023 F1 Monaco Grand Prix - 25th to 28th May 2023

Get up to speed with everything you need to know about the 2023 Monaco Grand Prix, which takes place over 78 laps of the 3.337-kilometre Circuit de Monaco in Monte Carlo on Sunday, May 28.

Monaco Grand Prix 2023 - Race Schedule

Thursday 25th May 2023
08:00 Track closed to public
14:00 - 14:45 Formula 3 - Practice Session         
15:35 - 16:20 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup - Practice Session
17:05 - 17:50 Formula 2 - Practice Session
19:30 Track open to public

Friday 26th May 2023
06:30 Track closed to public
09:05 - 09:21 Formula 3 - Qualifying Group A
09:29 - 09:45 Formula 3 - Qualifying Group B
11:10 - 11:26 Formula 2 - Qualifying Group A
11:34 - 11:50 Formula 2 - Qualifying Group B
13:30 - 14:30 Formula 1 - Practice Session
15:30 - 16:00 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup - Qualifying Session
17:00 - 18:00 Formula 1 - Practice Session
19:30 Track Open To Public 

Saturday 27th May 2023
07:00 Track Closed To Public
11:30 - 12:15 Formula 3 - Race 1 (40mn + 1 lap) 
13:00 - 14:00 Formula 1 - Practice session
16:00 - 17:00 Formula 1 - Qualifying Session 
17:40 - 18:30 Formula 2 - Race 1 (30 laps or 45mn max.)
20:00 Track Open To Public 

Sunday 28th May 2023
05:45 Track Closed To Public
08:20 - 09:10 Formula 3 - Race 2 (45mns + 1 lap) 
09:50 - 10:55 Formula 2 - Race 2 (42 laps or 60mn max.)
12:05 - 12:40 Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup - Race (17 laps or 30mn max.)
13:00 - 13:30 Formula 1 - Drivers’ Parade
14:20 - 14:30 F1 - Pit Lane open
14:44 National Anthem
15:00 - 17:00 Formula 1 - GRAND PRIX (78 Laps or 120 mn max.)
20:30 Track Open To Public 

Ingredifind - 90 Days In - How Are Your New Year's Resolutions Going?

Was January the month that you set New Year’s resolutions by starting a new diet or thinking about change? The first few months of the year are often a time when you look at your health and wellbeing and set out to make changes.

But 90 days in have you stuck to your goals? Rather than setting yourself something that may be difficult for you to achieve, try looking at more realistic goals to help you feel better about yourself.

Try the SMART approach — Small, Manageable, Achievable, Realistic and Timely.

Diet

· Instead of starting a new “fad” diet — simply make your diet healthier by adding more fruit, vegetables, fish, lean meats and plant based foods to your weekly menu

· Cut down on your sugary food and drink. Too much sugar in your diet can not only lead to weight gain, but also affects the way your pancreas produces insulin, increasing your risk of Type 2 Diabetes

· Use your freezer as your friend and cook more than you usually do. You can then portion these into containers, and you are ready to have a healthy meal in minutes when you don’t really want to cook

· Try making delicious and tasty vegetable soups. You can add any left over vegetables, beans, lentils, spinach, watercress, onion and garlic for a dish packed with essential nutrients

· Instead of eating your fruit cold — why not slice and warm it up. Good choices are apples, fresh/frozen berries, pineapple or orange. These can easily be frozen so you have them to hand

· Try swapping one of your snacks high in far, sugar and salt to a healthier option. By simply swapping 1 or 2 sugary snacks can really make a difference to a healthier you

· Keep your body hydrated and drink more water. Your body is mostly made up of water — nearly two thirds — so it’s important to aim for 6 to 8 glasses a day. Try having a glass of water, instead of a fizzy drink or coffee for example. Add fresh fruit to your water to change the flavour. Hydration is needed for your heart and circulation, digestion, for temperature control and for our brain to work well

Exercise

· Go outdoors as much as you can during daylight hours and embrace nature. A short walk or cycle ride is not only good for your body, but exercise helps to release endorphins and contributes towards a better mood and wellbeing

· If you are unable to go outdoors then make sure you have plenty of indoor plants. They not only look nice, but research has found that a friendly bacteria in plant soil (Mycobaterium Vaccae) triggers the release of serotonin, that can help alleviate symptoms of low mood and depression

· Variety is important, so take up a new hobby that you really enjoy — you are more likely to stick to it if it’s something that makes you happy

Remember you have a whole new year to make changes, so treat your New Year as a marathon — rather than a sprint.

Monica Price

An Interview with Jessica and Nisha Stockmann of Villa Monaco - Why Always Sons and Not Daughters?

Club Vivanova Interviews Jessica and Nisha Stockmann - Why Always Sons and Not Daughters?

Jessica, you founded and run a company together with your daughter. What is special for you about working together with your daughter?
I can have a very honest exchange with my daughter. Nisha has her incredibly good taste and her very own ideas and of course I have mine, but we cross-fertilise each other and don't slow each other down. Not only did she study architecture and spatial design, she also grew up in several countries and cultures and therefore thinks very internationally and is part of the new, young generation, the generation Z that values completely different things. 

Nisha, you work with your mother. A good feeling?
So far, yes! But if things were to change, we would find a way. I learned from my mother that there are always solutions, so I have no fears that we could clash professionally. Our recipe for peaceful and successful coexistence is communication, and that has always been a top priority in the Stockmann family.

Did you have to set up rules in advance, along the lines of separating private and business matters?
We don't need any new rules. My mother always had a lot of respect for the younger generation and therefore took me into the team on an equal footing. She often tells me that she can learn a lot from me. I studied spatial design and my mother is more of a self-made woman. So we complement each other very well and are not in competition with each other. 

Many young women have little desire to keep close ties to their parents even after their education. What is different with you?
My grandmother was super close with my great-grandmother, my mother was inseparable with her mother, that somehow seems to run through the family and I am super happy that it is so.

Jessica, your company is called Stockmann. Why not Stockmann & Daughters?
I thought long and hard about calling us Stockmann & Daughters, but I didn't want to put pressure on my two daughters to work with me one day. My big daughter Nisha decided on her own, but my little daughter Nicita is only 18 and started university. She is studying Media & communication management.

She should be free to decide where her career path might take her. In our projects, we run under Stockmann³ because we see the cubic metre and thus the whole space and not just the square metre. And the 3 actually also stands for 3 generations. Our desire is to create spaces in which three generations also feel comfortable. 

It is noticeable that there are hardly any companies that have a "& Daughters" in their name instead of the familiar "& Sons". Do you have an explanation for this?
There are certainly historical reasons for this. Daughters did not enter the workforce in the past and even fewer took over family businesses. In the past, a woman was responsible for the household and the children, not for the company. In 1920, women were not even allowed to study in Germany and 100 years later, a minority of companies are still run by women.

To set an example, I would actually have to call my company Stockmann & Töchter, but that would create immense pressure on my girls. And what will we do when a grandson comes into the house? The poor boy might need his place too (laughs).

What drives you in your joint activities?
(Jessica) - Above all, we enjoy our projects and divide our tasks very well. Of course, there is a moment in every project when you feel like throwing everything away, but we like to take responsibility, a virtue that is often dying out, so once we start a project, we see it through to the end. Only when there is a bouquet of flowers on the table and at least one candle burning is the project ready to move in.

Jessica, you are still known above all for your acting and your moderations. How did you get into real estate?
After 15 very successful years in show business, I became a mother and a short time later I was a completely unplanned single parent. I was looking for a solution that would allow me to be a mother and earn money to give my daughters and me a good life with the best education. I was looking for a new challenge that would allow me to travel less and, above all, spend more time with my children.
The construction industry seemed more mother-friendly than the TV industry, which involves many night shoots and long journeys. Not knowing that as a woman I was entering a total male domain, I took out very large loans and began to buy and renovate properties with the corresponding risk. My business studies helped me with the calculations, and my father was and still is my great advisor. I wanted to create, but no longer in front of the camera and created new stages for myself with my building sites, which I now directed. All of a sudden I was producer, director and actor in one, but on the construction site. 

What qualifications did you have to acquire to be successful in the luxury real estate segment?
(Jessica) - I constantly and always have my eyes open. In every restaurant, hotel or airport - I look everywhere to see which materials have been processed and how. In the luxury segment, it's all about quality that lasts 100 years. But we also have to know exactly what is "in" and trendy at the moment. Of course, working with Nisha is worth its weight in gold. She knows exactly what the young target group wants. I, on the other hand, know what the 30-70-year-old customers value. The best thing is to come up with something that doesn't yet exist. Customers pay more for luxury than for standard, but their demands are disproportionately high. Just "chic" is not enough. It has to be sustainable, elegant, modern and yet traditional with various design highlights. 

And do you like to take risks professionally?
Of course, I would prefer a safe business without risk, but that's hardly possible. Every success requires courage, but my investments have never really felt courageous to me because I was so sure I was doing the right thing. In retrospect, I often realised how brave I was. 

Nisha, you started studying architecture with the specific focus of working together with your mother?
No, to be honest, that's how it turned out. Even as a 6-year-old, I preferred building entire cities and hotels with Lego to playing with dolls. My mother often tried to make me like Barbie, but to no avail. All I ever wanted to do was build. During my studies I made various plans, sketches and mood boards for my mother. At some point she started handing me the Excel spreadsheets and said: "Since you're not studying business, I'll explain to you on the basis of our real estate how it looks with the somewhat boring, uncreative things, because just being creative is often not enough to understand the context". Before I knew it, I was helping her prepare the tax returns. My mother cleverly offloaded that onto me - (laughs).

What makes a nice property for both of you?
(Jessica) - Location is important and the property or plot has to feel good from the start, no matter what condition it is in. Our goal is that you feel so comfortable in the finished property that you don't want to leave it rain or shine. Accordingly, we build, renovate and design.

How do you proceed when you find a property that is exciting for you?
(Jessica) - The most difficult thing is "finding". We search daily, keep our ears open and work with various estate agents. Somehow it's just like with interpersonal relationships. They don't just lie around on the street. But when it "clicks", everything often happens very quickly. When we fall in love with a property, everything happens at breakneck speed. We try to look at the property several times, and film and photograph it, in order to later highlight the advantages and resolve the disadvantages.
Then we get a surveyor, and after that comes the loan. Once that's in place, we go to the notary and as soon as we're registered in the land register, we tear out the first walls and the fun begins (both laugh).

Jessica Stockmann is the owner of Villa Monaco - a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner

Villa Monaco is a Club Vivanova Platinum Partner
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