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This Eco-Friendly Sustainable Resort Doesn’t Compromise On Luxury

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More From Forbes Hotels around the world are making a push towards sustainability and considering the environmental impact of their actions. Iberostar, a family-owned Spanish hotel chain, is leading the way towards ecotourism without compromising on luxury. They launched Wave of Change in 2017, a movement to protect oceans and improve coastal health, and are continuing to move towards a more responsible tourism model focused on people and the environment. Iberostar Selection Bávaro created a five-star luxurious Coral Level experience that is a hotel within a hotel. Located on Bávaro Beach in Punta Cana where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea, you will never be far from palm trees, the sea, and amenities that come with an upscale all-inclusive experience. When you aren’t keeping busy with fun daily activities, feasting on foods from around the world, or swimming in the relaxing infinity pool, check out their Coral Lab r...

Riva Unveils First Electric Boat Prototype

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More From Forbes Once a year, Ferretti Group invites yacht owners and close friends to enjoy a sneak peek of its upcoming models and new innovations at an invite-only event known as the ‘Private Preview’. The exclusive showcase takes places at the prestigious Yacht Club de Monaco just ahead of the Riviera’s Cannes and Monaco yacht shows, and this year it was the setting for the unveiling of Riva’s first-ever electric boat prototype – a project that CEO Alberto Galassi alluded to when we spoke about the future of the group earlier this year . The sophisticated 27-foot runabout, named El-Iseo, is an electric version of the iconic brand’s much-loved Iseo model. Created to celebrate the shipyard’s 180th anniversary, the prototype combines Riva’s rich heritage with the group’s passion for innovation and sustainability. She’s powered by a Parker GVM310 electric engine, giving her excellent speed and performance. Future owners can enj...

America Was A European Invention, So The Getty Asked An Indigenous Artist To Reinvent It

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More From Forbes Creating a compendium of modern inventions, the Renaissance artist Johannes Stradanus featured the printing press, the canon, the clock, and distillation. And then there was his drawing depicting the invention of America. Stradanus did not bother to distinguish between North and South. He scarcely referenced the sixteen million square miles of land. In his image, America is a woman sitting in a hammock, naked except for some feathers worn as adornment. Her inventor stands beside her. He is the Florentine explorer Amerigo Vespucci, and the feat of invention is shown as the act of naming her. Issuing from Amerigo’s mouth is the word America . Published as a set of nineteen engravings, Stradanus’s album of inventions became one of the most widely referenced works of his time, coveted for its technical detail; in an age before the internet or the encyclopedia, his illustrations were a valuable source for anyone wanting to know how to make books or alcohol or war. Y...

This McDonald’s Pickle Is Being Sold For $6,000

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More From Forbes Pickle people, rejoice! An Australian artist is selling a McDonald’s pickle “sculpture” for $10,000 NZD ($6,150 USD). Currently flung onto the ceiling of The Michael Lett Gallery in Auckland, New Zealand, the aptly-named Pickle was removed from one of the fast food chain’s cheeseburgers (which normally sell for $1.81) and installed in early July by artist Matthew Griffin... ...who wanted to relish in the opportunity for a massive ROI, I suppose. “A humorous response to the work is not invalid—it’s OK because it is funny,” Griffin’s rep, Ryan Moore, told The Guardian. Believing that Griffin’s creation raises important questions around the ways in which merit can often by generation by the consumer, rather than the artist, he continued: “Generally speaking, artists aren’t the ones deciding whether something is art is not—they are the ones who make and do things. Whether something is valuable and meanin...

The Best Of Boston Beauty Treatments For Brides

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More From Forbes Calling all Boston brides! Whether your newly-engaged or your wedding is just around the corner, it’s never too early (or late) to start your beauty prep. And let’s face it: wedding planning can be overwhelming, so if anything, it’s a good excuse to pamper yourself. Below are some of the best beauty treatments for brides around Boston. The Best Facial Treatment: Dream Spa Medical At Dream Spa Medical, you’re not getting your run-of-the-mill facial; you’re getting a medical-grade skincare service. Founded by a board-certified, Harvard-educated plastic surgeon who’s been in practice for over 30 years, the medspa offers a plethora of hyper-targeted, highly-effective treatments—but the most popular for brides? The HydraGlow facial that combines two anti-aging procedures: a HydraFacial and Laser Genesis (because why have one when you can have both?). Dream Spa Medical ; 1340 Beacon Street The Best Body Treatment: AirSculpt Technologies Ai...

Six Amazing Tequila Cocktails That Aren’t Margaritas

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More From Forbes The numbers don’t lie, data recently released by the IWSR Drinks Market Analysis, show that tequila is on track to overtake vodka as America’s #1 spirit. What was once a scorned spirit—the one everyone regretted consuming the day after—is now a venerated tipple with star power (you can’t swing a stick at the Oscars without hitting a star that owns a tequila brand). Now we all love a good margarita, in fact I wrote an entire story about the best one ever, but this story is about what everything you can do with tequila except make a margarita. Tanteo Tequila Fresa Spritz . Tanteo is the only tequila brand that is owned by a collective of agave farmers. It truly is a tequila of the people, and the jalapeno infused expression has the perfect balance of spice. Makes a mean spicy margarita, but this version below is equally delish. 1 ½ oz. Tanteo Jalapeño Tequila 1 oz. Strawberry Syrup (i.e. Monin) 3/4 oz....

Mindy Kaling Loves Working Hard, Making Money And Getting Dressed Up

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More From Forbes Summer can be one of the hardest seasons to maintain a work-life balance, according to 39% of respondents in a recent consumer behavior study by Zelle . That is especially true for someone like Mindy Kaling who is building a media empire while single parenting two children. In the near two decades since Kaling got her big break as Kelly Kapoor in the The Office , she’s created several hit television series including The Mindy Project and most recently, The Sex Lives of College Girls ; launched her own production company—Kaling International; written three books and starred in several blockbuster films such as Ocean’s 8 and A Wrinkle In Time. She’s now hard at work finalizing the upcoming third season of Never Have I Ever , co-writing Legally Blonde 3 and starring as the voice of Velma in a new adaption of Scooby-Doo . She’s also raising two children—four-year-old Katherine and one-year-old Spencer—as a ...

Architects Utilized Unique Design Elements For These Hospitality Projects

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More From Forbes Architect firms often incorporate a unique element when designing a major project for the hospitality industry. These can include massive atriums, bright color schemes in hotel rooms and creative spaces for business travelers. These recent projects each include a unique design element of their own, ranging from authentic representation of Native American history to art programs that reflect cultural influences. Project: Sheraton Reston , Virginia Unique Element: Design Rooted in Local History The newly renovated Sheraton Reston in Reston, Virginia provides a contemporary, guest-first design that draws inspiration from the history of the surrounding area. Washington, D.C. architecture and design firm, //3877 , worked closely with Marriott International to incorporate the brand’s new Sheraton prototype flawlessly into the architectural refresh of the property. The design draws inspiration from the surrou...

A Golf Lover’s Guide To St. Andrews

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More From Forbes St. Andrews—a Scottish seaside town famously billed as the “Home of Golf”—will host the 150th Open Championship this month on its iconic Old Course. This year marks the 30th occasion these native links have staged the major tournament, with golf’s greats teeing off on the hallowed greens where the sport has been played for six centuries. Outside of the marquee tournament, the course is open to the public (so long as you have a suitable handicap; the max is 36). While Old Course tee times are difficult to come by, there’s a lottery system that opens up 48 hours in advance, plus a half dozen more courses at St. Andrews Links to keep amateur golfers busy. If The Open (July 14-17) inspires you to book your own golf pilgrimage, St. Andrews is a place where you’ll find plenty to do in between tee times. From exploring the craggy coastlines of Fife’s scenic east coast to lolling about the cobbled downtown streets and checking into a golf-obsessed hotel, he...

Royal Caribbean Misses The Boat On Technology

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More From Forbes My wife and I went on a three-day cruise with two other couples last weekend – and quickly realized that Royal Caribbean was an epic failure when it comes to technology. After making a reservation, our first connection to the cruise was an app we were told we needed to each download, in order to board. This was an omen of things to come. My first thought was what about all of the millions of people who don’t have smartphones – especially the many seniors who love to cruise but still use flip phones? A Royal Caribbean phone rep admitted to me “okay, it’s not essential to have the app, but then you can expect really long wait times getting onto the ship.” More on the app shortly. The lack of on-board tech sophistication quickly became obvious once we got on deck. We veered directly to our room to drop off the luggage, and immediately realized there were just two wall plugs plus a USB port in the side of the room phone....

7 Athleisure Essentials For Men

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More From Forbes For all the men out there who cannot get enough of fitness wear and athleisure whether they are at the gym every day or just active around the house, this round up is for you. From performance athletic wear to joggers so comfortable you will want to wear them every single day, take a look at 7 athleisure must-haves below. Anthem Athletics Hyperflex Fitted Training Shirt This lightweight, stretchy, performance fabric training shirt is ideal for any man in need of a go-to workout shirt. Anthem Athletics’ Hyperflex shirt has been optimized for a variety of workouts from cross-training to yoga, and it strikes the right balance between T-shirt and compression shirt so you can wear this while working out or relaxing. Werkshop Gray Palms Shorts These palm leaf print shorts look like your run of the mill casual shorts, but they are created with stretchy and quick-dry Italian performance fabric that are made for a number of activities. With a comfort...