Latitude Magazine Issue 3

COMPLIMENTARY COPY - issue 3 - December 2012/January 2013

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RAJASTHANthe Royalty LandMozambiqueself drive adventure

South Africaprivate luxury in the bush

Total guideNew York glamour

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s the year draws to an end we are all looking forward to getting off the treadmill and decamping to an idyllic holiday destination. A new year also brings the possibility of exploring new destinations. We trust this edition of

LATITUDE will inspire you to plan your next holiday. We have compiled a few of the best places to visit during the next few months and ten things we think are worth doing in 2013.

Fancy a drive up the coast of Mozambique for some summer sun and adventure? We have the perfect route all planned out. If your idea of adventure is more about ancient temples, mystical palaces and luxurious spas, you’re going love Rajasthan as explored through the eyes of Lucy Corne, intrepid adventurer and Lonely Planet writer. Put on your Manolo’s and step out New York style with Big Apple resident Leora Novick who divulges the city’s best kept secrets. Or, stay in South Africa for a luxuriously romantic Out of Africa experience in your private home away from home in the bush.

2012 was an exciting year for us. Our dream has taken light. We are looking forward to exploring 2013 and all the new destinations that are waiting to be discovered.

Until then, keep visiting www.latitudemag.co.za for the latest travel news and tips, and the digital copy of the magazine. Visit our Facebook page for up to date travel tips, tales and competitions.

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LEORA NOVICK is a freelance travel writer based in New York City with an extensive background in fashion. A former executive for Burberry, she now comments on style around the world at An American Girl in Transit. She is most interested in the different defi nitions of beauty around the world. In this issue Leora tells us about NYC best fashion tips.

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LUCY CORNE is a freelance writer with incurable wanderlust and a passion for the offbeat. Her itchy feet have taken her to over 40 countries across every continent bar Antarctica. As well as writing guidebooks for Lonely Planet, Dorling Kindersley and Bradt, her travel features have been published in a range of newspapers and magazines around the world. In this issue Lucy shares with us her knowledge of Rajasthan.

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GUILLAUME GAUDET is a New York-based commercial and editorial photographer. After a career in public relations in Paris, he moved to New York in 2006. New York is his favourite playground, where he does not tire of photographing the smallest detail. Through light, architecture or a life scene, in each of his photos he tries to capture a small part of the city’s soul and energy.

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CAROLINE COWAN is a freelance writer, copywriter and editor. She spends most of her time perfecting what businesses want to say about their brands. She has written for clients on a wide range of subjects from travel to fi nancial solutions to building development. Having spent three years living in Mozambique, Caroline is our perfect guide to this beautiful country.

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FRANCESCA GUAZZO’s journey in Africa began with her Architectural thesis on Ilha de Moçambique. In 2004, with her husband, she started Africa Wild Truck, a tour operator specialising in photographic ex-peditions. Over 10 years Francesca has travelled an equivalent of four times around the world, in Africa alone. Along with collaborations with specialist magazines such as Africa and PoutPourrì, her photos and drawings have been published in Polaris travel guides to Tanzania, Mozambique, Malawi and Zambia.


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Travel Breaking NewsFROM AROUND THE WORLD04

Appointments‘NOT TO BE MISSED’ INTERNATIONAL EVENTS06

SA Agenda‘NOT TO BE MISSED’ LOCAL EVENTS08

LATITUDE EventGOLFING WITH CHIC MAMAS10

InterviewLIZ McGRATH12

10 Things to do in...201314 Christmas Gift Guide

WATCHES AND JEWELS58Plane BeautyIN-FLIGHT BEAUTY TRAVEL KIT60

Crazy for CrayfishWEST COAST62

South AfricaPRIVATE LUXURY IN THE BUSH18

MozambiqueSELF DRIVE ADVENTURE26

Insider’s GuideNEW YORK GLAMOUR34

RajasthanTHE ROYALTY LAND42

High-class SidewalksINTERNATIONAL FASHION STREETS50

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INTERNATIONAL LUXURY TRAVEL MARKET www.iltm.net

Launching in Cape Town in April 2013, this exclusive, international event will be showcasing the pick of unique lodges, locations, experiences and services in the African luxury travel industry.

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF A SPYwww.007.com/skyfall

Visit some of the hotspots made famous by James Bond. On 5 October, VisitBritain launched a campaign that is using Skyfall, the 23rd Bond movie, to encourage travellers to visit famous spy destinations across the UK.

CHILD’S PLAYwww.fourseasons.com/mauritius

Ernie Els has done it again. Junior golf enthusiasts can take their game to the next level at the Kids’ Golf Academy at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita which opened in September. Expert coaching and video swing analysis for kids aged 5-16 years-old.

DEEP SEA DANCING www.premiermaldives.com

Get your groove on at the World’s fi rst underwater club in the Maldives. Accessible only by boat, tucked underneath a submerged restaurant, partygoers have stunning views of the abundant sea life. Subsix opened in October in Niyama and international DJ’s will keep the beats going on the underwater dance fl oor.

A BRAVE FAMILY JOURNEY www.pixar.com

Disney and Pixar fi lmmakers have created a tour that will allow fans of their animated heroine, Merida, to follow in her footsteps. The new Brave tour, so named after the movie, was created to take visitors through Scotland’s rugged landscapes and magnifi cent coastlines.

FLY FURTHER www.qatarairways.com

Qatar Airways is joining the oneworld alliance of airlines including, American Airlines, British Airways and nine other carriers that coordinate routes and allow passengers to earn frequent fl ier miles on each others’ fl ights.

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events not to missDECEMBER 21MusicDave Matthews BandNew Yorkwww.barclayscenter.com

JANUARY 05 – 27Music, Theatre, Art

Sydney FestivalSydney

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JANUARY 20 – 22FoodInternational Chocolate FestivalMiami www.fairchildgarden.org

JAN 30 – FEB 03 BeautyBeyond Beauty Arabia Abu Dhabi www.beyondbeautyarabia.com

DEC 31 – JAN 01PartyNew Years’ Eve EventSan Franciscowww.yapclub.com

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JANUARY 16 – 24FashionParis Fashion WeekPariswww.modeaparis.com

JAN 25 – FEB 04CinemaGöteborg International Film FestivalGöteborgwww.giff.se

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JANUARY 20 – 28MythMarilyn Monroe Florence www.museoferragamo.it


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De-stress in the Tau Spa Oasis, and savour the

tranquil views of the bush, complete with birdsong.

Whilst Tau is a popular romantic destination, it also

offers ideal family-friendly packages and the delicious

food always proves popular with guests.

The facilities and accommodation at Tau have been

luxuriously refurbished and re decorated over recent

years to meet the demands of regular as well as

new local and international visitors, with 20 standard

chalets, 6 deluxe chalets as well as 1 family unit and

1 family suite, complete with a decadent dinosaur

egg bath overlooking the waterhole from the main-

en-suite.

Tau Game Lodge in th e Madikwe Reserve is

a mere 4-hour drive from Johannesburg

offering an ideal 5-star safari getaway,

complete with th e pampering Tau Spa Oasis

to complement th e prolifi c game viewing

from most of th e room and lodge decks

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Don’t miss out on Fiction as Fiction, the exhibit where artists explore how fi ction relies on

reality for it to be of signifi cance, the nature of truth, and other philosophical musings. On

display at the Woodstock studio will be the work of artists such as Yto Barrada, Yael Bartana,

Robin Rhode, Penny Siopis and Kemang Wa Lehulere, and more.

A COLLECTIVE INTERROGATION OF REALITYwww.stevenson.info


Contemplate the ethics of exposed fl esh at the Cycle of Life exhibition running at the

V&A Waterfront. This exhibit showcases real human bodies, individual organs, organ

confi gurations and transparent body slices fl awlessly preserved thanks to a revolutionary

method known as plastination.

JOURNEY UNDER THE SKINwww.bodyworlds.com

CAPE TOWN / 7 TO 15 DECEMBER

BODIES IN MOTIONwww.capedancecompany.co.za

Immerse yourself in the delicate world of dance with South African and International neo-classical ballet performers at the Artscape Theatre. Annually, The Dance Company present their fi nest performers. In 2013 you can look forward to the work of Adele Blank, Bradley Shelver and Christopher L. Huggins.

TULBAGH / 8 DECEMBER

EASY LIVINGwww.houseofkrone.co.za

Raise a glass of bubbly to the end of a busy year at Summer Elegance at the House of Krone. At this stylish event, guests are expected to dress to the nines as they nibble on artisan snacks, watch a fashion show, partake in a game of boules or soak up the summer sun, jazzy live music and exquisite views.


AQUAFESTIVALwww.aquafestival.com

Set on a giant and magical fl oating stage against the backdrop of Table Mountain, this watery festival will showcase a range of performances: opera, ballet, jazz, rock and more from some of South Africa’s fi nest performers.

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Equestrian excellence, art and living the glamorous life come together at the annual running

of the L’Ormarins Queens Plate. It’s the ultimate social event for celebrity and sport personality

spotting. The popular Style Lounge will dish up culinary delights and fi ne wines. Expect live

music and a vintage car display at the Kenilworth Race Track.

THOROUGBRED ENTERTAINMENTwww.lqp.co.za

STELLENBOSCH / 25 JANUARY TO 3 FEBRUARY

WINE FEASTwww.stellenboschwinefestival.co.za

Lifestyle tourists can look forward to the revamped annual Stellenbosch Wine Festival. Ten festive days include promotions at the many restaurants in Stellenbosch, a gala diner, wine tours, concerts, art exhibits and a blessing of the harvest, which will provide entertainment for everyone.

JOHANNESBURG / 27 JANUARY TO 19 FEBRUARY

CLASSICAL MUSIC FUSIONwww.join-mozart-festival.org

Connoisseurs of classical music may join in the celebration when top international and classical musicians come together to rejoice the life of Mozart. Exploring Hemispheres is the tantalizing theme of this year’s International Mozart Festival in Parktown.

CAPE TOWN / 21 JANUARY TO 23 FEBRUARY

SHAKESPEARE UNDER THE STARSwww.maynardville.co.za

A night out at the Maynardville open-air theatre in Wynberg is one of those things you simply must do when you are lucky enough to be in the Mother City at the right time. It is magic. This year’s performance is the outrageous Midsummer Night’s Dream.

CAPE TOWN / 18 JANUARY TO 3 MARCH

Who can resist singing along to Baby and Johnny’s story told through much-loved songs

and hot dancing? Dirty Dancing will be on stage at the Artscape Theatre for our summer

delight.

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Chic Mamas Do Care has hosted yet another chic and fun fundraising event at Erinvale Golf Course in Somerset West. Supporting education and educational projects in underprivileged areas of South Africa, the Chic Mamas believe the way of the future is through helping children.

On 17 October, 58 big hearted golfers teed off for the second annual Chic Mamas Golf Day. Together with the professional management of Richard Gill of Corporate Golf, the Chic Mamas raised R26 000 profi t through ticket and raffl e sales. They thank all their sponsors, including LATITUDE, who made the event such a success.

When they are not on the golf course, the Mamas sell ‘no-longer-wanted’ boutique and designer label garments from three upmarket shops in Cape Town (Bergvliet, Sea Point and Hout Bay) to raise funds.

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An indulgent TheraNaka African Awakening Massage

at the new Fresh Wellness Spa at the Cellars-Hohenort in

Constantia, and enjoy a post treatment lunch for two at the

Conservatory Restaurant.

TheraNaka: African inspired body therapy with a strong focus on the healing properties of natural African ingredients.

WinWith Marula-herb infused body oils and oxygen enhancing breathing techniques the African Awakening Massage is an indulgent full body massage designed to relax every part of the body and mind. This is 90 minutes of pure bliss inspired by the beauty of Africa.

All you need to do is to tell us which article you preferred the most within the fi rst three editions of LATITUDE.

To enter, simply email your name and contact details and the title of your chosen article to [email protected]

Competition entries close on 31 January 2013. Prize valid from 1 March 2013 to 30 April 2013.

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Liz McGrath is the only woman in the world to own

three hotels, all of which are members of the

prestigious Relais & Châteaux group. The hotels

are The Plettenberg in Plettenberg Bay, The Marine

in Hermanus and The Cellars-Hohenort in Cape Town

– all icons of fi rst class travel and a testament to the

passion and business acumen of the amazing Mrs. M!

Liz McGrath had a long and happy marriage to Gerald

McGrath, which ended all too soon with his sudden death

from a heart attack. Gerald was a powerful fi gure in the

recording industry and when he died she found she had to

console herself by doing something special with her life.

Many years of holidaying together overseas in Relais and

Châteaux hotels gave Liz the impetus to try and turn the old

Lookout Hotel, which they owned, into an exclusive small

Country House Hotel.

Decor, food and gardening are Liz McGrath’s passions. She

calls them addictions, and they have helped her to create

three magnifi cent properties, in exceptional locations.

“I get tremendous satisfaction from seeing my guests

enjoying our wonderful South African hospitality and

gaining insight into what makes our country so special. As

an Hotelier, I am only as good as my team, and I know that

my best attribute is my ability to pick staff with the right

attitude. You can train anyone to do anything if they have

that ability. To see my young people from all backgrounds

grow and achieve is the reward for all my hard work.”

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A perfectionist, and hands on operator, Mrs M spends some time

every month in each of the three hotels and describes her job as

“twenty four seven.”

“I don’t talk about age, only about maturity. I’m thrilled to be in a

position to pass on my experience to younger people, and in turn

to learn from their youth and energy.”

In 2008, Liz received The Woman of the Year Award, in

Washington during the annual Relais and Châteaux Congress.

This was followed in 2010 by the Relais and Châteaux Garden

Trophy, an award for The Cellars-Hohenort’s nine acres of

beautiful gardens.

After successful bookings during the World Cup in June 2010,

Liz felt justifi ed in show-casing the exceptional talent of Peter

Tempelhoff and his Head Chef, Gerald van der Walt, and built

The Greenhouse Restaurant in The Hohenort Building. The

Greenhouse has been a great success, being awarded Best

Restaurant in South Africa for 2012.

Q. Did you always have a passion for the hotel industry?A. When my husband was alive, we had a passion for staying in

small Relais & Châteaux Hotels in Europe. This was long before

I became an Hotelier.

Q. How would you describe your design style and identity?A. I grew up with a father who collected Antiques, so my

background has always been classical, but I embrace all that is

modern and interesting. I try to create the feeling of a home in

my hotels.

Q. What are some of the latest hotel design trends?A. There are two separate trends - ultra modern and over the top,

or a return to simple good taste with a sense of place!

Q. Please tell us a bit about your gardens?A. My garden at The Cellars-Hohenort has evolved! With the help

of Jean Almon, I have designed a new element almost every

year. And of course, we are blessed with wonderful trees and a

background of Table Mountain.

Q. The Greenhouse was awarded Best Restaurant in South Africa, 2012. What is the secret behind this achievement?

A. Peter Templehoff has just been made a Relais & Châteaux Grand

Chef, the fi rst in Cape Town and the equivalent of two Michelin

stars. He needed a restaurant where he could showcase his

talents for small numbers of guests, so to achieve this, I built The

Greenhouse. Peter has created a wonderful team under Head

Chef, Gerald Van der Walt. They serve only forty covers, fi ve

nights a week, which is a way in which he creates his incredible

food!!

Q. Where do you draw your inspiration from?A. I have been lucky enough to travel a great deal throughout my

life, which keeps me in touch with trends and new ideas. I also

gain inspiration from the young team that works with me.

Q. What may a fi rst time guest to one of your hotels expect?

A. They will be surprised by the warmth of their welcome.

Q. Tell us a bit about your new family-friendly policy?A. In the world today, couples are having children much later in

life, and as older parents, they want to travel with their children.

We have been seeing this trend emerge and have felt that our

hotels should adapt to this new way of travel.

Q. Your achievements in the hospitality industry are exceptional. What is the secret of your success?

A. A passion for the hotel industry and lots of hard work. Also, I’m

only as good as those wonderful people who work with me, and

the Good Lord gave me the ability to pick them!!!

Q. What are the 3 travel essentials you never leave home without?

A. My iPad, my hair rollers and a good book.

Past accolades include:• In April 1997, in Paris, Liz was named “Woman to Watch”

by The National Foundation for Woman Business Owners and Fortune Magazine. In 1998, she became an honouree.

• In December 2000, during the Duke of Edinburgh’s visit to South Africa for his award’s scheme, Liz was the vice chairman of the committee to welcome the Duke and Prince Edward.

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Capital of culture // www.mp2013.frFrom 12th January 2013 the leafy streets of Marseille will come alive with a celebration of dance, music, visual arts, theatre, exhibitions, street art, literature, gastronomy and cinema. The festivities will carry on throughout the year and it aims to support talented young artists from Europe and the Mediterranean and pay tribute to the greats such as Van Gogh, Dufy, Picasso, César and Le Corbusier.

Celebrating Amsterdam // www.iamsterdam.com/2013The Dutch are hosting a cultural city celebration party that will last a year. Amsterdam 2013 starts during the second week in January. The idea is to encourage locals to rediscover their hometown and redefi ne visitors’ perceptions of the city. Some highlights include 400 years of the Canal Ring, the centenary of the Frans Hals Museum, and the reopening of both the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.

Portrait of a city // www.canberra100.com.au Canberra, steeped in history and culture, is celebrating its centenary in 2013.The second bout of festivities starts in March and includes free music gigs, big discussions around serious issues, fun storytelling, art exhibits, dancing and much more. Parts of the program will be new but it will also be a celebration of Canberra’s identity and intellectual property that will create a lasting legacy for future generations.

Walk in. Dance out // www.abbathemuseum.comDevout fans of the famous Swedish pop group ABBA will enjoy exploring memorabilia when their own museum opens its doors in April. Here, all things ABBA will live in one place: the stories, music, lyrics, costumes and musicals. Visitors will even be able to sing along to ABBA songs next to life-size holograms of the group.

Underground party for steam train lovers // www.rail.co.uk In 2013, The Metropolitan and District Line in London will turn 150. As part of their celebrations they will be doing a spot of renovation. Throughout the year, steam trains will make a comeback on the underground with the main public festivity, Steam on the Met, taking place in May as was the tradition way back when. Visit this site for updates on the events in May.

Isle of Beauty’s dream come true // www.letour.com Tour de France’s 100th birthday will see it taking on 3 stages in Corsica. This is a fi rst for the islanders whose preparations for this great cycle race are already in full swing. The tour will zigzag through Corsica’s majestic landscapes. It is also the fi rst time in 10 years that it will stay exclusively within the French border. This spectacular event starts on 29 June.

Cruise through Burma in style // www.orient-express.comA second new luxurious Orient-Express river vessel will allow travellers to explore the breathtakingly beautiful 7-day cruise from Rangoon to Bagan. The Orcaella will be launched in June and cruisers may expect deluxe suites with adjoining balconies, fi tness centers, spas and restaurants.

A racy summer // www.americascup.com Be part of the exclusive America’s Cup World Series that concludes in San Francisco, July to September. Super fast and magnifi cent wing-sailed catamarans, world-class sailors, breathtaking locations and elite service make this one of the world’s fi nest spectator sports. Their sustainability projects show they care about the ocean and they are working towards being a carbon neutral event.

A festival in paradise // www.maldivesinfo.gov.mv Maldives, with its deep blue seas, turquoise reefs and white sandy beaches will be the host for the United Nations World Tourism Organisation 2013 World Tourism Day celebrations. The theme is aptly named, Tourism and Water: protecting our common future. Festivities are all-year long with the highlight being a hosting of the offi cial ceremony on 27th September.

Starfi sh threaten World’s largest coral reef // http://www.reef.crc.org.auMore than half of the Great Barrier Reef’s coral has disappeared over the past 27 years. While coral bleaching and storms are a threat, infestations of crown-of-thorns starfi sh are one of the main culprits. The reef gets up to 2 million tourist visits each year. If you are planning a visit, you should go now, or risk missing out on this World Heritage Site.

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Summer in Val Gardena will be dedicated to cycling enthusiasts thanks to the events:

Südtirol Sellaronda HERO mountain bike race – June 22, 2013; Sellaronda Bike Day –

the cycling day for everyone – on June 23 and September 15, 2013 – a new free ride

track on Ciampinoi above Selva. The new site www.mtb-dolomites.com, will be

showcasing about thirty different routes for all.

Spend Sunday, June 23 in the saddle for an all-round traditional cycling day: Sellaronda

Bike Day 2013. This is a day with the mountain pass roads closed to traffi c, created

seven years ago to enable all cycling enthusiasts to have access, for once, to the closed

pass roads on Passo Gardena, Passo Sella, Passo Campolongo and Passo Pordoi. A

Sunday without motor vehicles, 63 km of paved road and 1,780 meters in altitude. In

2012 there were more than 20,000 people who participated in the Sellaronda Bike Day,

which is not a race, and whose contribution is not subject to registration or restrictions.

The event will be repeated in September, Sunday 15th, and will be called Eco-Sellaronda

Bike Day, because it will be two days dedicated to ecology. On Saturday it’s possible to

test the E-Bikes and other electric vehicles and the pass roads are again closed to

traffi c on Sunday 15: www.sellarondabikeday.com.

Athletes who have trained hard are given the opportunity to compete in the fourth

edition of Südtirol Sellaronda HERO, which will see more than 3,000 cyclists from more

than 25 different countries on mtb trails, on June 22. The toughest mountain bike race

in Europe has two routes, 84 and 62 km: www.sellarondahero.com.

For mountain bikers, from June, the free ride trail will be ready on “Ciampinoi” above

Selva, two different levels of diffi culty and a drop of more than 550 meters, with

jumps, bridges and curves.

On the site www.mtb-dolomites.com you can download the GPS data of 30 mountain

bike routes, with varying degrees of diffi culty, including the Val Gardena and the Alpe

di Siusi. The most famous route is the round “Sellaronda Track”, which goes in both

directions, with the help of lifts (approximately 6 hours drive) and accompanied by a

guide from the mountain bike school, Val Gardena: www.mtbvalgardena.com.

Finally, also through the Val Gardena Active program, different kinds of

guided mountain bike excursions including the famous Sellaronda Track,

www.sellarondatour.com, will be organized during summer. Book at the Tourist offi ces.

For the Südtirol Sellaronda HERO in June 2013, two packages will be offered. All details

will soon be online on a dedicated site: www.sellarondahero.com.

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with Meryl Streep and Robert Redford.

That was the moment I fell in love with the

African bushveld. In my memory the movie

captured the sheer romance of living in the

African wild. Grand old homes opening

up to sweeping lawns leading on to wild

African scrub. African sunsets that are big

strokes of purple and pink across the sky

and the feeling of contentment that the

constant calls of hundreds of birds provoke.

Today this African dream lives on. Private

game lodges are opening their homes to

those of us who want to create our very

own Out of Africa experience. Homesteads

and villas come with all the conveniences

of the modern age set in an era gone by.

They offer butlers and dedicated chefs and

personal rangers.

And while these homesteads are right on

our doorstep they will transport you away

from the everyday into a world of wide

open spaces and wild animals, an escape

from the mundane to the luxury of the

exotic.

And there’s nothing quite like luxury in

the bush, African style. Wake up to the

calls of the wild while happily ensconced

in pure cotton sheets, enjoy breakfast in

the open, prepared by your personal chef,

schedule your own game drives, enjoy the

views while having a massage or just spend

time with friends and family while every

whim is taken care of.

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house can tear themselves away, private

parties of up to 8 guests are invited to indulge

their own private African game farm fantasy.

Every room, created by South African designer

John Zwiegelaar of John Jacob Interiors, is

warm, light and inspired by the landscapes

and traditions of the area. This is how I like

to experience nature - the myriad sounds and

sights of the bush, not to mention the diverse

Karoo wildlife - from the comfort of a large,

luxurious lounge that opens out to a wide patio

and 21m infi nity pool, fl owing almost right in

to a well-used waterhole. Drinking in the view

LOCATION: The Great Karoo, Eastern Cape

SLEEPS: 8 guests

THE SPACE: Four air-conditioned suites with large

en-suite bathrooms, free standing baths and separate showers; lounge

with fireplace; library and reading nooks; dining room; breakfast

room; patio; boma; veranda; 21 m infinity pool.

STAFF AND SERVICES: Personal ranger, chef and butler.

with my morning coffee freshly brewed by

my personal butler or with sundowner drinks

as the animals gather for theirs, these are

my perfect African moments. And while

the Manor can be your luxury home away

from home, there are others who have

made this place their home: the highly

endangered cheetah. Have a look out for

Sibella, the reserve’s star cheetah who has

reared 18 cubs while at Samara. Everything

thrives here in this free and open setting,

be it endangered species or memorable

moments spent with the family.

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This private luxury farmhouse built at the turn

of the 20th century is available for exclusive use

by families or groups of friends as their private

home in the wild. With the charms of the past

so beautifully complimented by the comfort

of modern conveniences, the Homestead is

certainly my ideal home away from home.

I love the idea of viewing the rugged wilds of

the bushveld outside from the sanctuary of

my private veranda. Or, spending my days

lounging on the sofa, dining on the lawns, or

embarking on adventures such, water-based

safaris, or big game walks. The reserve even

offers a unique chance to participate in rhino

monitoring.

The Homestead sleeps parties of up to six,

offers all the modern comforts and has a full

complement of staff on hand to cater to your

every need. Now, it’s time to settle in and

enjoy the views.

www.kwandwe.com/uplands-homestead

+27 (0) 46 622 7897

LOCATION: Great Fish River, Eastern Cape

SLEEPS: 6 guests

THE SPACE: Elegant 1905 Farmhouse with three beautiful suites with private bathrooms; air conditioning; lounge; dining area; farm style kitchen; personal bar; private verandas; full size swimming pool with gazebo.

STAFF AND SERVICES: Use of a private 4X4 game drive vehicle, in- room massage, butler, chef, personal ranger and tracker team.

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They say that at Lion Sands the wildlife comes

to you. And with a private villa full of all the

luxuries you could ever dream of, I know I

would want to stay exactly where I am. 1933

is a private home found deep within the

Sabie Sand Game Reserve, and sits on the

Sabie River, where the senses are completely

immersed in the surrounding wilderness.

1933 is dedicated to the founder of the reserve

who bought the land back in 1933. This is the

private family camp that has been generously

opened up to guests wanting the ultimate

intimate and private safari experience. There

LOCATION: Southern Sabie Sand Game Reserve

SLEEPS: 8 adults and up to 8 children

THE SPACE: 4 suites, each with their own private

view of the Sabie River; children’s dormitory; en-suite bathrooms;

outdoor showers; private viewing decks; swimming pool; air conditioning;

fi replace; Lion Sands Africology Spa.

STAFF AND SERVICES: Personal butler, chef, game rangers

and private-use 4X4 game drive vehicle, nanny service on request.

are four private suites each with their

own private view of the Sabie River and a

dormitory for the kids. To me, this is really

about creating an experience that will live

on in the family for many years to come. If

I could choose any one place to gather my

family and closest friends and create my

own safari story this would be it, complete

with dedicated staff, creature comforts and

memories of hippo walks, safari lunches and

bush dinners, bird watching or local village

experiences.

www.lionsands.com

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The word ‘thanda’ means love in Zulu. I could

easily fall in love with Thanda, the winner of

Africa’s Leading Luxury Game Reserve award

in 2012. And with a personal palace of fi ve

gorgeous suites, and a full complement of staff

to treat you like royalty at The Royal Private

Villa, who wouldn’t be absolutely smitten? Set

in the heart of northern Zululand , the villa has

a private boma, a cellar, a library, swimming

pool and even a games room if you ever get

tired of the views, but with a private viewing

deck overlooking the big 5 waterhole I know

I wouldn’t. Not enough royal treatment?

There’s more. During your stay you will have

the full attendance of a private game viewing

vehicle and ranger, personal chef, and - this

where I fall head over heels - a masseuse. I

can see exactly why the Royal Private Villa

won both ‘Africa’s Leading Luxury Villa’ and

‘South Africa’s Leading Luxury Villa’ in 2010.

This is my cue to embrace my inner African

queen and invite the people I really love to

indulge in a truly royal experience.

www.thanda.com // +27 (0) 87 806 1210

LOCATION: 23 km north of Hluhluwe, Kwazulu-Natal

SLEEPS: 10 guests

THE SPACE: 1000 square metres of luxury villa; fi ve guest suites, three queens and two doubles; lounge; library; cellar; games room; business room with internet; dining room; fully-equipped kitchen; viewing deck looking out onto a popular waterhole; private boma, heated swimming pool.

STAFF AND SERVICES: Private game drive vehicle and ranger, personal chef, masseuse.

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meaning of freedom, from the open skies and

sprawling bushveld of malaria free Madikwe,

to the freedom of choosing what to do and

when. I am already captivated. While being

treated to the same fi ve-star service as offered

at the other lodges at Morukuru, the one-of-

a-kind experience of the Farm House is what

really appeals to me - only me, my family and

friends, and the wild African bush, free to

spend my time as I please. Yes please! With

La Grange designed interiors, created with

easy-going comfort and simple, tactile luxuries

LOCATION: Madikwe Game Reserve,

North West Province

SLEEPS: 10 guests

THE SPACE: 5 presidential rooms each with

spectacular views; en-suite bathrooms with private verandas and outdoor showers; lounge; library; personal

bar; patio and dining area; garden; heated infi nity swimming pool.

STAFF AND SERVICES: Butler, personal game ranger and Shangaan tracker, nanny service,

personal wish lists fulfilled.

in mind, it is easy to settle in and unwind

whether sipping favourite drinks at the bar,

taking quick, or leisurely, dips in the pool or

setting off in to the wild with a private game

ranger and tracker on personalised game

tours. Dinner is wherever your imagination

takes you. I don’t always like itineraries and

set-in-stone plans, so I love the fact that

here I have the freedom to choose exactly

what kind of bush break I want. Morukuru

is a luxury to be enjoyed just the way you

want it.

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The five-star Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotelis an unspoilt coastal getaway, offering laid-back luxury

and breathtaking views of the ocean,with 8 km of sandy,

white beach on your doorstep.

NOT JUST ANOTHER PLACE, IT’S ANOTHER WORLD...

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To me Mozambique means over-bearing blue skies and intense tropical vegetation, it is bright capalana-clad women, it is a siesta every afternoon and a fi esta each night, it is the plastic bag full of ripe mangoes bought at the side of the road and fi sh handpicked for supper, it is the hot humid air

that sticks not only to the skin but also to the soul, it is the feel of tropical showers on sunburn. I’ve had many opportunities to drive the length of this wonderful country, some adventurously off track, some ambitiously unplanned, some long, some short, but all unique to Mozambique.

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WORDS TO KNOW ARE LONG AND LEISURELY.

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skyline. Big, bald rocky mounds called inselbergs mark

your entry into Nampula Province. While the city of

Nampula is only good for supplies, it connects you

to two of the most important and best kept secrets of

Mozambique. Nacala is home to a very deep natural

port, 120 metres, that harbours sea life to make any

avid diver weep. Ilha de Moçambique, a Unesco World

Heritage site, is a whole lot of history packed on to one

tiny but utterly romantic island. The first Arab traders

stayed here, the first church in Africa was built here,

the Portuguese settled here and built a very big fort,

slaves were sent off from here and locals sought refuge

here during the civil war. It’s not surprising so many

travellers have fallen hopelessly in love with Ilha. I

know it has a special place in my heart.

After exploring IIha, follow the signs to Pemba and

you won’t be sorry. Once again, Mozambique puts on

a display of eye-searing turquoise, blinding white and

sandy beaches and an archipelago of islands that are

strung out in the sea like pearls. Eat, hit the beach, go

for a massage or fill your day with any number of water

activities in Pemba or put on your really big sun hat and

sunglasses and wait for your charter plane to take you

to a luxury island retreat. You made it this far, now you

deserve to be pampered and treated like a star.

It’s certainly worth spending a few days in the capital

sipping cafes and sampling pasteis. However, once

you have indulged in one peri-peri prawn too many

at the Maputo Waterfront, I suggest that you pack your

well-built and air-conditioned vehicle and start looking

for the rest of Mozambique.

The route I recommend is the EN1, a recently

upgraded version of the old potholed, pot luck

national road that goes almost all the way to the north

of the country. This road will take you to Vilanculos

and the Bazaruto Archipelago, where you learn that

Mozambique doesn’t only have beaches; it has islands,

archipelagos of white sand and crystal clear waters,

a scuba diver’s paradise. But there is so much more

to explore. Get back on the EN1, and make a beeline

for Beira. Don’t linger too long, only 3 hours from the

noise and high humid heat, Gorongosa National Park,

all lush green leaves and revived wildlife stocks, is your

next stop, transporting you from beach villa to luxury

tented camp, from whale sharks to wild elephants.

Once you cross the great Zambezi River via the new,

multi-million Dollar Armando Guebeza Bridge, you

have reached northern Mozambique. For many this is

unchartered territory.

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www.indigobayresort.com

+27 (0) 21 423 1912

The Bazaruto Marine National Park offers exceptional diving with an

abundance of reef and other fi sh to ogle. A special treat is to swim

with the leatherback, green or loggerhead turtles that frequent

these waters or to catch a glimpse of the rather rare Dugong.

DHOW SAFARIS www.mozambiquedhowsafaris.com

+27 (0) 21 785 5498

Leave your motor behind, take a dhow safari and sail the

Quirimbas seas. Sail along the coast, up rivers and from island to

island also visiting the historical Ibo Island. This is about you, the

ocean and the dolphins that will be swimming right beside you.

DIVE ONE OF THE WORLD’S DEEPEST NATURAL PORTSLIBELULA

www.divelibelula.com

+258 82 304 2909

For the dive enthusiast, Nacala is an absolute must. This is one

of the deepest natural ports in the world and offers plenty of

opportunities for spectacular diving. The sheltered waters also

make it the ideal place to learn to dive.

SAIL FROM ILHA DE MOÇAMBIQUE TO CHOCAS MARHOTEL ESCONDIDINHO

+258 26 610 078

Sail the route of Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama. Dhow

trips can be arranged going from Ilha da Moçambique to nearby

Chocas Mar and the islands of Goa and Sena. Have a look out

for the Da Gama cross on Ilha da Goa.

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A strong Portuguese infl uence and an abundance of fresh

local ingredients defi ne Mozambican cuisine. Right from

Maputo to the Quirimbas in the north, you will fi nd fresh

prawns, crayfi sh, calamari, crab and game fi sh. Try the

feijoada, a Portuguese bean and meat stew. Sip cocktails

on the beach with a plate of petiscos – think crab cakes or

fried casava. Grab a hot, strong café in any city or town,

and try the selection of pasteis. A fi rm favourite are the

pasteis de nata, or mini custard tarts. Juicy pineapples,

large ripe mangoes, giant avocadoes and sweet, fresh

maracuja, or granadilla, juice are nature’s fi ve-star offerings

and they are plentiful on your drive across the country.

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POLANA SERENA HOTELwww.serenahotels.com/serenapolana // +25 8 21 491 001MaputoIf you’ve always wanted to experience one of Africa’s grandest hotels, book yourself in to the Polana. It’s sheer, guilty luxury, by far the best way to get ready for a road trip!

NUARRO LODGEwww.nuarro.com // +25 8 82 305 3028Northern MozambiqueOn the unexplored north coast near Nacala, Nuarro is a place people discover. This is pure Mozambique with secluded villas and friendly, welcoming service. Even the whales come out to greet you!

AZURA BENGUERRA ISLANDwww.azura-retreats.com/benguerra // +27 (0) 76 7050 599BazarutoWith views as blue as the name promises, Azura really is an island paradise. You’ll have your own private villa, complete with butler host and pool. Could you need more?

VAMIZI ISLANDwww.vamizi.com // +44 (0) 12 8576 2218QuirimbasGet yourself right to the top tip of Mozambique and regale in the colonial style splendour of this Quirimbas luxury island hideaway. After a long drive, this is your reward.

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exclusive shops in the country – the ones that come to you.

Along the way you will find people selling buckets of cashew

nuts, bags of beautifully ripe mangoes, you may bump into a

fisherman on the beach, laden with impossibly large crayfish.

Look out for village markets for bright capalana materials and

other local goodies.

MISSANGA Ilha de Moçambique

The name Missanga refers to the glass beads that were used

during the slave trade. These colourful drops of history are a must

buy on Ilha de Moçambique. The shop also sells locally crafted

jewellery, clothes and hand embroidered materials, carvings and

some artefacts salvaged from the bottom of the ocean. To fi nd it,

just ask any local to point you in the right direction.

DHOW Maputo

A treasure trove of artefacts sourced locally and from afar, Dhow

is the best place to shop for interesting trinkets and unusual art

pieces. Once you have scoured every corner, join Maputo’s elite

for drinks or a bite, overlooking the bay.

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drive vehicle is recommended for most road travel outside

Maputo.

2. Don’t drive in areas where there are no demarcated roads – there

are still land mines in Mozambique.

3. Make sure you have with you all necessary documents (driving

license, vehicle registration, temporary import papers) and that

you carry traffi c triangles.

4. In Mozambique, it is illegal to drive on the beaches. Many resort

owners allow driving on the beaches, but besides being illegal

(your vehicle may be impounded if you’re caught), it is not very

friendly to the environment.

5. Keep cash with you (US$, ZAR or local currency).

1. WALKING ON THE SUNSHINE – Katrina and the Waves

2. SEVEN NATION ARMY – Ben l’oncle soul

3. SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND – Ben Westbeech

4. FRIDAY I’M IN LOVE – The Cure

5. MOZAMBIQUE – Bob Dylan

6. BEAUTIFUL DAY – U2

7. THIS IS HOW IT GOES – Goldfi sh

8. DOO BE DOO – Freshly Ground

9. SUN IS SHINING – Bob Marley

10. DIAMONDS ON THE SOLES OF HER SHOES – Paul Simon

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Every time I wander along Manhattan’s exclusive

Madison Avenue, I go into sensory overload.

The stylishly lit shops are fi lled with designer brands, luxurious fabrics

and inviting textures. Beautiful and fashionably dressed people spill

out of trendy little bars and onto the street. I love the inviting smell of

roasted nuts sold by the street vendors and every sweet mouthful of

Laduree’s rose-fl avoured macaroons that you fi nd in the iconic Upper

East Side.

As Christmas approaches, autumn sets in, and leaves fall from trees

to make room for snow. Colourful high-heel sandals are stored in

favour of warm leather fashion boots. My ideal day starts by cupping

my hands around a steaming latte. Sitting in a bustling coffee shop,

I love spying on the great fashion show of New Yorkers frantically

heading somewhere. Give yourself a couple of days and you’ll know

as much as Anna Wintour about the latest trends.

Wandering through the picture perfect cobble-stoned streets of

Soho, up to the lush Central Park, each neighbourhood in New York

City has its own special character and way of life. When it comes to

hotels and restaurants, it is a matter of choice, sometimes even too

many options to include in a month’s holiday!

And the shopping: the utopia of feeling like Carry from Sex and

the City when you stroll down the avenues, arms laden with the

latest fashions. From the world-famous department stores of the

Upper East to the tinier luxury multi-brand boutiques in the trendy

neighbourhoods of Lower Manhattan, there’s always a sense of

glamour and a feeling of possibility that something new and exciting

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strong textures, and overall geometric

shapes. As the street style blogs

faithfully record the comings and

goings of New York City’s most stylish

members, it’s clear to see that colour

is back. Bold patterns from Balmain,

Marni, and Dries Van Noten echo

hints of the Baroque period, while

Lanvin and Stella McCartney focus on

peplum and curve silhouettes. The look

is bold as each new item simply begs

for attention in a city full of magazine

worthy looks. To balance this out, black

leather remains New York’s favourite

colour. Givenchy, Proenza Schouler,

and of course, Alexander Wang, have

perfected the monochrome ensemble

with mesh collars, embroidered jackets,

and mod dresses. Overall, expect some

show stopping pieces and take a note

from this season’s trends and embrace

your inner powerhouse.

WHAT TO WEAR

The title for Manhattan’s best fashion scene bounces continuously

from Madison Av., between 59th and 79th street, to Soho

shopping grid that runs from Broadway west to Sixth Avenue, and

Houston Street south to Canal Street. My shopping expedition to

this side of the Big Apple always includes Isabel Marant,

a French outpost Mecca for girls favouring a sexy, chic Parisian

style with a twist and Rag & Bone, the store that will

make you wonder how you ever survived before it existed. Here

you can fi nd feather light tees and super skinny leather bottoms

that will make you want to snap up one in every colour. After a

quick bite at the celeb favourite Cipriani Downtown, my

perfect fashion-victim tour in Soho continues with vintage lovers’

heaven, A Second Chance, where small corners are fi lled

with big names such as Chanel bags and Louis Vuitton steamer

trunks, some dating back several decades. For the sample sale

afi cionado, and the girl always on the hunt for the next great

fashion bargain, Century 21 is the place to be. Since I

am on Broadway I swing by Scoop to fi nd the season’s fi nest

fashion from both well-known and young emerging designers.

The store aims to be the ‘Ultimate Closet’ and their stylists serve

as wardrobe builders. A must stop shop for downtown duds

with a sexy monochrome theme is the Alexander Wang

interactive store (yes, that is a giant furry swing!) and its swoon

worthy cool girl apparel.

In the event of a visit to my girlfriends in the Upper East, I

make sure I leave downtown early enough to go and see the

most trendy and stylish pieces on the market at Intermix.

This store is for the one-stop shopper and has a great personal

shopper service. My favourite winter designer, Burberry, is

also close by. Must have from this store is the Prorsum jacket with

insulators. Just one block up, on Fifth Avenue, is Bergdorf

Goodman. When the weather gets cold, and the skies are dark,

there is no better place to while away the hours. Enjoy fl oors

of luxurious brands from cosmetics to apparel, ending off with

a chic lunch in the French themed brasserie. Back on Madison

I remember I need to stop at Laduree to buy my favourite

rose-fl avoured macaroons, but still can’t avoid the temptations to

check the last Céline leather bag collection next door.

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119 Mercer Street

New York, NY 10012

00 1 212 219 2204

A Second Chancewww.asecondchanceresale.com

155 Prince Street

New York, NY 10012

00 1 212 673-6155

Intermixwww.intermixonline.com

1003 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10021

00 1 212 249 7858

Scoopwww.scoopnyc.com

Soho, 473 - 475 Broadway

New York, NY 10013

00 1 212 925 3539

Burberrywww.burberry.com

9 E. 57th Street

New York, NY 10022

00 1 212 407 7100

Isabel Marantwww.isabelmarant.tm.fr

469 Broome, greene corner,

Soho, NY 10013

00 1 212 219 2284

Century 21www.c21stores.com

1972 Broadway

New York, NY 10023

00 1 212 518 2121

Bergdorf Goodmanwww.bergdorfgoodman.com

5th Avenue at 58th Street

New York, NY 10019

00 1 800 558 1855

Alexander Wangwww.alexanderwang.com

103 Grand Street

New York, NY 10013

00 1 212 977 9683

Célinewww.celine.com

870 Madison Avenue

New York, NY

00 1 212 535 3703

New York City

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30 Rockefeller Plaza

New York, NY 10112

00 1 212 332 6868

The lighting of the Rockefeller Center

Christmas tree offi cially marks the holiday

season in New York City, and no trip would

be complete without a visit to the colourful

pine. Don’t forget to wander through the

surrounding shops and warm your cold

hands with a steamed cup of liquid chocolate

at the nearby Bouchon Bakery.

Bryant Parkwww.bryantpark.org

40th to 42nd Street & Fifth and Sixth

Avenues

00 1 212 768 4242

New York City is home to many ice skating

rinks, but few are as magical as Bryant Park’s.

Surrounded by skyscrapers and in close

proximity to the iconic New York Public

Library, skaters will feel as though they are

slowly moving through a snow globe of

the city.

Times Square Alliancewww.timessquarenyc.org/events/new-

years-eve/index.aspx

Broadway and Seventh Avenue, 42nd to

47th Streets

New York, NY 10036

For an iconic New Years Eve, watching the

ball drop in Times Square is an experience

to remember. Plan ahead and arrive early to

have a stellar view of the festivities, and don’t

forget to toast the New Year in style with

silver fl asks and a shearling-lined jacket.

Ladureewww.laduree.fr/en/scene

864 Madison Avenue

New York, NY 10021

00 1 646 558 3157

This classic French patisserie has fi nally

opened a home on New York’s famed

Madison Avenue, and no trip to the city

would be complete without a box full of

their macaroons. Pop in during the holiday

season and see what seasonal fl avours they

have concocted.

WHAT TO DO

ManhattanDescribed as Woody Allan’s love letter

to his beloved city, this fi lm beautifully

portrays the softer side of New York

City. The black and white display gives

a romantic glow that adds to the aura of

this glamorous island.

Sex and the CityPerhaps the most recent ode to NYC,

this cult following TV series turned movie

shows the true glamour of New York

living. From Park Avenue to the West

Village, you’ll be dreaming of hailing a

yellow cab in midnight blue Manolos,

faster than you can say, “Cosmopolitan,

please.”

SabrinaIn this Audrey Hepburn classic, viewers

are given a glimpse of old-world New

York and the glamour that comes from the

rustle of a petticoat and two covert glasses

of champagne. Escape into the 1950s and

discover this French tinged delight.

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The Mandarin Orientalwww.mandarinoriental.com/newyork

80 Columbus Circle

New York, New York 10023

00 1 212 805 8800

With its perfect proximity to Lincoln Center, New York City’s Mandarin Oriental is the ideal location for Fashion Week visits and breathtaking views of Central Park. Enjoy luxury and postcard windows for the ultimate New York experience in fi ne hospitality.

Balthazar Restaurantbalthazarny.com

80 Spring Street

New York, NY 10012

00 1 212 965 1414

For a French-themed brunch in Manhattan’s

stylish Soho neighborhood, Balthazar’s is the

place to be seen. Enjoy classics like onion

soup gratineé and steak frites, and don’t

forget to wash it all down with an Oyster Mary.

60 Thompsonwww.thompsonhotels.com

60 Thompson Street

New York, NY 10012

00 1 212 431 0400

This downtown Hotel in the heart of Soho offers visitors the chance to stay in one of the more charming areas of the city. With chic styling and a luxurious, yet modern setting, 60 Thompson is defi nitely where all the cool kids are staying.

The Standard Hotelwww.standardhotels.com/high-line

848 Washington Street

New York, NY 10014

00 1 212 645 4646

Famous for its view of the High Line, the elevated railroad track turned Public Park, The Standard has become a favourite among the jet set crowd. With its famous beer garden and grill, and its rooftop bars, this hotel is perfect for every occasion.

WHERE TO STAY

WHERE TO EAT

ABC Kitchenwww.abckitchennyc.com

35 East 18th street

New York, NY 10003

00 1 212 475 5829

One of Jean-Georges Vongerichten outposts

in New York City, ABC Kitchen emphasises

organically grown and ecologically friendly

produce. Dining here is a breath of fresh air.

Danielwww.danielnyc.com

60 E. 65th Street

New York, NY 10065

00 1 212 288 0033

For an elegant and luxurious dining

experience in New York City, Daniel is the

crème de la crème. Founded by famed chef

Daniel Boulud, this French dining experience

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Colourful culture and decadent luxury in India’s ‘land of the kings’.

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for space with honking

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painted buses. Aromas of

incense and spice fi ll the

nostrils. Saris and market

stalls merge to create an ocean of colour in the

stifl ing desert heat.

It’s been said that travelling to India is an

assault on the senses, but ‘assault’ seems like

a negative word. I prefer to think of it as a

massage for all the senses and nowhere does

this seem more appropriate than in the north-

western state of Rajasthan. Here, life is painted

with an extra bright palette and opulence is the

order of the day. A massage – or any other type

of decadence – is never too far away.

It was after a very colourful weekend that I

found myself on the right end of a delicious

massage. I was just slipping into a meditative

state that a spa treatment induces – the state

that would be solid sleep if you weren’t afraid of

embarrassing yourself by snoring loudly – when

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the therapist’s voice snapped me back to reality.

“I think you are having big problems,” she said,

stopped the massage and grabbed a lock of my

hair. I panicked, wondering what horrors could

have lured her away from her almost trance-like

working state. Luckily, my hair wasn’t falling out

in great clumps or infested with scorpions. It had

turned green.

You see, the day before had been Holi, a religious

festival celebrating good’s triumph over evil in an

inimitably Indian manner. Throughout the day I’d

become caked in the colourful powder thrown

around as a blessing. Despite getting into a water

fi ght and even after two hot showers, I had come

away with a souvenir of green hair. I had also

managed to amass numerous aches and pains,

trying to ‘play Holi’ with a group of excitable

children whose energy far surpassed my own.

But luckily, for every raucous festival luring you

into their vibrant local culture, Rajasthan also has

a spa treatment waiting to pamper you and as

the therapist turned her attention from my green

tresses back to my aching body, I knew I’d soon

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Devi Garh www.deviresorts.in/devigarh

tel. +91 (2953) 289 211

Sitting in a quiet spot 28km from Udaipur, this

18th century palace allows a peek at village

life. The all-suite hotel offers minimalist Indian-

inspired décor, luxurious amenities and views of

the Aravalli Mountains.

Palace on Wheels www.royalpalaceonwheels.com

tel. +91 (609) 683-5018

Rajasthan’s renowned train hotel is ideal for

those short on time. You visit all of the state’s

hotspots on a whirlwind seven-day tour, your

transport-cum-luxury lodgings transporting you

between towns.

Tree of Life Resort and Spa www.treeofl iferesorts.com

tel. +91 (1426) 217 561

The sumptuous villas at this Jaipur resort boast

not only their own pool, but each also have a

private spa. Culinary travellers have the chance

to design their own dinners using organic

vegetables picked from the resort garden.

Aman-i-Khás www.amanresorts.com/amanikhas/home.aspx

tel. +91 (7462) 252 052

Clinging to the edge of Ranthambore National

Park, this tented camp opens only between

October and April. Between nature walks and

drives to glimpse tigers, relax in your wispy tent,

decked out with chic furnishings.

Umaid Bhawan Palacewww.tajhotels.com

tel. +91 (291) 251 0101

If a former palace isn’t regal enough, how about

a still-functioning one? Jodhpur’s royal family is

hidden away in a separate wing, but you get a

taste of majestic living with dedicated butlers or

a consultation with the palace astrologer.

Lavish Lodgings

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Music is an important part of Rajasthani life and performances

showcasing the simple stringed instruments abound. There’s

nothing people at home enjoy more than a tale of travelling

embarrassment. So when you’re pulled up to join in – and it will

happen – kick off your spectator’s shoes and try the swirling, hip-

swinging moves of the Ghoomar dance.

Regal RelaxationThe Serai

www.the-serai.com

tel. +91 (11) 4617 2700

Like the accommodation at this luxury desert

camp, the spa’s treatment rooms are all housed

in tents. Enjoy a post-camel ride body scrub or

massage using products created from local herbs

and spices.

The Oberoi Vanyavilas www.oberoihotels.com/oberoi_vanyavilas

tel. +91 (11) 2389 0606

As well as ayurvedic treatments, chakra balancing

and personalised yoga sessions, try the ‘Safari

Sanctuary’, a three-hour indulgence enjoyed

after a wildlife drive into Ranthambore’s jungle.

Jiva Spa Boat www.tajhotels.com/jivaspas/Jiva-Spa-Boat.html

tel. +91 9294) 242 8800

There is something majestic about cruising around

a temple-fringed lake while being pampered

with a massage. For the ultimate in opulence try

Mewar Khas, a pre-wedding treatment traditionally

enjoyed by Rajasthan royalty.

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Eat, play and love the cultureCooking is likewise a cultural encounter you can try for

yourself, with classes explaining Rajasthan’s rich dishes available

wherever there are tourists. Tackle the state’s famed three-part

dish, Daal Bati Churma (wheat buns, lentil curry and wheat fl our

mixed with ghee and sugar) before moving onto the legendary

sweetmeats.

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Desert Festivalwww.jaisalmerdesertfestival.com

tel. +91 (2992) 252 406

Hosted in Jaisalmer each February, this

fl amboyant three-day festival gives an instant

insight into desert entertainment. If you ever

considered camels unexciting, be prepared

to be wowed by camel-back polo matches,

acrobatics and even camel fur-cutting contests.

The highlight though, is the facial hair contest

and a photo with the desert’s most impressive

moustache is a must-have memento for festival-

goers.

Elephant Festival tel. +91 (141) 220 0778

The pomp and pageantry of this one-day event

epitomises Rajasthan’s extravagant leanings.

Locals and tourists clamber ever closer to the

pachyderm parade, the risk of getting crushed

ranking below the need to snap some shots of

elephants painted head to hefty toe with intricate

designs. Once the ‘best-dressed’ elephant contest

has been judged, it’s time for ritual humiliation as

tourists huff and puff in a bid to beat a herd of

lackadaisical elephants at tug-of-war. Inevitably,

the tourists lose.

Pushkar Camel Fair tel. +91 (145) 277 2040

The Thar Desert turns Technicolor each October

as folk dancers, handicraft vendors, magnifi cently

moustachioed men and camels adorned with

bells and baubles descend en masse for one of

Rajasthan’s biggest parties. Principally a place for

far-fl ung farmers to trade their livestock, it has

become a week-long cultural extravaganza: both

a place for rural Rajasthan dwellers to let their

hair down and for visitors to get a dose of all that

makes this such an incomparable corner of India.

I love Rajasthan’s colour and fl air, but after a couple of weeks in the heaving cities

I craved a little peace. Lying on a mattress and indulging in desert stargazing,

I had found what I was looking for although travelling here was not a serene

experience. Riding animals is not my preferred pastime and when Boss, my

disobedient camel, scarpered as I tried to remount after a tea stop in a tribal

village, I almost gave up trying to sail this ‘ship of the desert’. The camel cart was

an even worse option though (you don’t want to be that close to the back end of

a camel on a bumpy road), so I made my peace with Boss and we plodded to the

simple and silent desert camp.

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Travel Fashionista

Printed silk-chiffon maxi dressRoberto Cavalli

R15 950

Indian look bangles Accessorize

R155

Red “Aidan” toteMarc JacobsR5 235

Flat sandalsAlexander McQueen

R5 080

Photo cameraLeica M9-P

“Edition Hermes”

The Palace of IllusionsChitra Banerjee Divakaruni

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Ever since the hottest protagonist of the legendary series Sex and the City’s Samantha Jones moved here, at the beginning of the 3rd season, the Meatpacking District has become the place to be, sleep, shop and eat, in Manhattan. The pride of the neighbourhood is W 14th street and its surrounds where it is not uncommon to share the same sidewalk with celebrities like

Julianne Moore or Jessica Simpson.

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SLEEP: Hotel GansevoortAddress: 18 9th AvenuePhone: + 1 212 206-6700www.hotelgansevoort.com

WEAR: Stella McCartney

EAT: Spice Market Address: 403 West 13th Street

Phone: +1 212 675-2322www.spicemarketnewyork.com

SHOP: JeffreyAddress: 449 West 14th StreetPhone: +1 212 206-1272www.jeffreynewyork.com

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AVENUE MONTAIGNE8TH ARRONDISSEMENT (PARIS)

Considered la Grande Dame of Paris fashion streets, Avenue Montaigne is home to the most exclusive brands and together with Av. George V and Av. des Champs Élysées creates what people like to consider the world fashion gold triangle. This is an incredible evolution considering its former name, Allée des Veuves (Widows’ Lane) given to the street when women in mourning used

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SLEEP: Plaza AtheneéAddress: 25 Avenue Montaigne

Phone: +33 01 53 67 66 65 www.plaza-athenee-paris.com

WEAR: Lanvin

EAT: Maison Blanche Address: 25 Avenue Montaigne

Phone: +33 01 47 23 55 99 www.maison-blanche.fr

SHOP: DiorAddress: 30 Avenue MontaignePhone: +33 01 40 73 73 73www.dior.com

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Not even the 300% increase in commercial rent has stopped the world’s premium brands from queuing up to have their luxury boutiques here. Rich folks are in fact moving from the overly crowded Bond St. to this new London shopping Mecca much to the delight of Gerald Grosvenor, 6th Duke of Westminster, and

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SLEEP: The Connaught HotelAddress: 16 Carlos Place Phone: +44 020 7499 7070www.the-connaught.co.uk

WEAR: Marc Jacobs

EAT: Scott’s Address: 20 Mount StreetPhone: +44 020 7495 7309www.scotts-restaurant.com

SHOP: Christian LouboutinAddress: 17 Mount StreetPhone: +44 020 7491 0033www.christianlouboutin.com

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Representing one of the four sides of what we like to call the, ‘Quadrilatero della moda’ (literally fashion square), Via della Spiga is the best choice for a quiet stroll. The tiny street is closed to vehicles and considering the Italians’ driving reputation this is a characteristic not to be underestimated.

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SLEEP: The Carlton Hotel Baglioni Address: Via del Senato, 5

Phone: +39 02 77077www.baglionihotels.com

WEAR: Gucci

EAT: Armani Nobu RestaurantAddress: Via Manzoni, 31Phone: +39 02 623 12645www.noburestaurants.com

SHOP: Gio MorettiAddress: Via della Spiga, 4Phone: +39 02 760 03186www.giomoretti.com

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GIFT GUIDEThe skies in the Southern Hemisphere are aswirl with colours emanating from celestial bodies, shining like jewels. This sea of stars, including Alpha Centauri (the brightest double star), Omega Centauri and the Southern Cross (the smallest but brightest constellation of all) , visible from South Africa, is a feast for the eyes. How could it be otherwise in this Rainbow Nation? While 45 of the 88 constellations shine up above, a kaleidoscope of colour can be found, in time for Christmas, in the most exclusive shopping centres.

cK Watches – cK Dress collection – Curved case in steel

with integrated bracelet, dial in black mother of pearl,

quartz movement. Reference price: R2 640.

Fossil – Fall/Winter 2012 collection – Bangle in polished

steel with Fossil Signature: reference price: R680.

Bangle in polished steel with Gold IP treatment:

reference price: R760.

Diesel Timeframes – Fall/Winter 2012 collection

– Case in steel (diameter: 51 mm), hour/minutes/

seconds-chronograph-dual time, black dial with Clous

de Paris texture, two quartz movements, bracelet in

steel. Reference price: R3 620.

DKNY Watches – Fall/Winter 2012 collection –

Manchette model with rectangular case in steel,

gray dial, quartz movement, bracelet in polished and

brushed steel with Brown IP treatment and black

crystals. Reference price: R2 410.

Breil – Rings, Breilogy collection – Model in steel,

with gray and champagne treatment, one row of white

crystals: reference price, R690. Model in steel with gray

treatment, two rows of white and champagne crystals:

reference price, R750.

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TAG Heuer – Link Lady – Case in steel, bezel with 47

diamonds (0,52 K), silver dial with Guilloché Soleil and

11 diamonds for indexes, quartz movement, bracelet in

steel. Reference price: R46 000.

Bulgari – Serpenti Collection – Case (in the form of a

snake’s head) in pink gold with 6 diamonds (0,6 K), dial

in black sapphire with quartz movement; double row in

pink gold, Tubogas style, “scales” in black enameled

pink gold with diamonds. Reference price: POA.

Forevermark - Setting Stud Earrings in white gold

set with 2 x 0.15K G/H VSI diamonds. Jewellery’s

equivalent of the LBD (little black dress) – diamond

studs are a timeless classic that works effortlessly well

whether you’re wearing jeans or an evening dress.

Reference price: R9 900 (excl. VAT).

Montblanc – Bangle Pétales Entrelacés, Princesse

Grace de Monaco collection – Pink gold.

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case with 117 diamonds (0,99 K) on the bezel, dial in

black Tahiti mother of pearl and satin silver, self-winding

caliber, bracelet made with white gold wires.

Reference price: POA.

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PLANEBeautyAkin to a famous Julia Child quote on French cuisine, it is ‘hydrating, hydrating and more hydrating!’ Dry cabin air is one of your skin’s worst enemies. LATITUDE’s beauty editor shares her secret armies for your beauty travel kit to help fi ght and win the battle.

Don’t even think about stepping onto a plane without a FACIAL MOISTURISER in your bag, just remember the 100ml limit, and look for something like ELIZABETH ARDEN 8 HOUR CREAM 50ml.

WHAT ARE THE THREE SECRETS OF IN-FLIGHT BEAUTY?

Age signs are visible on hands as much as on the face, so pack a quality product for your HANDS, like DR. HAUSHSKA HAND CREAM 50ml.

For an immediate release from that annoying DRY SKIN feeling don’t forget to pack a mineral water spray such as AVÈNE EAU THERMAL 50ml.

The skin on our lips is very delicate and can get seriously dry in the cabin. PROTECT YOUR LIPS with a specifi c product such as the CLARINS MOISTURE REPLENISHING LIP BALM 15ml.

Forget your miraculous clay MASK at home unless you want to scare off the other passengers. A sheet mask like ELEMIS DEEP CLEAN PURIFYING FACE MASK is the perfect solution for your long haul fl ight.

PUFFY EYES are very common during and after a long haul fl ight, especially if you struggle to sleep. A good remedy is to apply an eye cream like BOBBY BROWN EXTRA EYE BALM 15ml every couple of hours.


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Properly cooked, the fl esh should be fi rm not spongy, sweet, but reminiscent of the sea. The West Coast – weathered faces, fi ngers lined and shaped by anglers, wind and salt. The same fi ngers that celebrate the return of crayfi sh season by dipping hunks of pearlescent crayfi sh into melted butter and lemon. It’s a pricey crustacean once caught and sold further inland at restaurants. However, here at the edge of the ocean, crayfi sh can be bought for a song. The best way to cook it is by boiling it whole in seawater, butterfl y, and grill on hot coals.

Crayfi sh calls the kelp forests and rock pools of the West Coast home; interestingly it’s impossible to farm them because of their long and complex life-cycle. That’s why measures have been implemented to protect the species and fi shing is only allowed during certain periods.

By hook, not crookThe West Coast Rock Lobster is a protected species as they can take up to 40 years to grow to full maturity. Once plentiful, the population is now dwindling, so if you do plan to fish it, make sure that you only do so in season, lest you assist with the decimation of this national gourmet treasure. Visit your local post office to acquire a permit where they’ll be able to assist you with dates and regulations. Undersized, female crayfish that are carrying eggs must be returned to the water.

FOR CRAYFISHCrazy

Hot off the braai (barbeque), the charred edges of the tail’s shell encase the

white succulent flesh inside: the best part of the West Coast Rock Lobster

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CRAYFISH ON THE BRAAI WITH HOMEMADE PASTA

MAKES: 6 servings

PREP TIME: 50 mins

COOK TIME: 20 mins

THE CRAYFISH6 crayfi sh tails

3 limes, halved

1 pot of seawater (or salted water)

1 cup of melted butter (more to taste)

Olive oil

Chopped fresh green herbs: dill,

chives, parsley

HOMEMADE PASTA600g ‘00’ fl our or Eureka Stone Ground

6 large free-range eggs

Pasta roller

* If you don’t have a pasta roller a good

quality dried tagliatelle will do.

METHODPlace the fl our on a fl at surface. Make a

well in the centre and crack the eggs into

it. Use your fi ngers to combine eggs and

fl our, incorporating the mixture till a dough

consistency. Once the dough is smooth and

silky, it’s ready. Wrap the ball in clingfi lm and

let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes. Then

separate the chilled ball of dough into four

sections and run each through the roller

until you’ve reached desired thickness - at

this point run it through the pasta cutters

for tagliatelle.

THE DISHBoil the crayfi sh in seawater until the shells

turn pink. Drain, pat off excess water and

brush with melted butter. Season with salt,

pepper and herbs. Place on hot coals, shell

face down, with the sliced limes. Once the

fl esh turns opaque, it’s ready. While the

tails are cooking, boil salted water in a pot,

add the pasta. Cook for four minutes. Drain

the pasta and toss with fresh herbs and

olive oil.

TRAWLING FOR WINECrayfi sh is the ultimate summertime dish; and its rich, sweet character is a marriage

for equally rich white wines. Here we look at a white blend, a bubbly, and the ultimate

pairing for crayfi sh cuisine: Chardonnay.

// VONDELING BABIANAThis wine is sheer magic. It’s a complex combination of Chenin, Viognier, Chardonnay

and Grenache Blanc. On the palate is a beautiful display of bright fruit, with a rich

biscuit like base, a perfect match for the ‘fruit of the sea’.

// MÔRESON GALABubbly and crayfi sh is a hedonist’s delight. Môreson Gala has been bottle-fermented

for 24 months and is a white Pinotage and Chenin Blanc blend. Fruit-forward, with

sublime balance, this Méthode Cap Classique will be an elegant match for shellfi sh.

// LA MOTTE CHARDONNAYAn homage to Chardonnay. Classically-styled, this wine has all the characteristics

that make this grape so great: buttered toast, cashew nuts and citrus blossom. The

ultimate table partner for crayfi sh.

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