Thursday, January 24, 2008
Versace-Bad Taste in the Sky
Not content with fashion and a burgeoning hotel empire, Versace will now be designing interiors for private jets. The fashion company has announced a new collaboration with Tag Group SA to design interiors for the Boeing BBJ, Bombardier Global Express and other private jets. The interiors will be shown at a British Air Show this summer. The prototype is described as having a white and black scheme including white leather chairs and black carpeting.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Friday, January 18, 2008
Work is Work, Conhaque is Conhaque
Pedro Caldeira does Stephan Way Salon, New bond St. London
www.pedrocaldeira.com
www.pedrocaldeira.com
Aiii Portugal que nao mudas!
De volta a Portugal a matar saudades da minha pequenina e pobrezita Maria Lisboa. Ainda te amo!
Uma musica para a Amelia e para as outras que me querem mal ou bem...Divertam-se mulheres! A vida são dois dias...
Uma musica para a Amelia e para as outras que me querem mal ou bem...Divertam-se mulheres! A vida são dois dias...
Monday, January 14, 2008
Singapore
Singapore proved me one more time to be the closest thing to an ideal city. Amazing weather most of the year, good service, non expensive, shops to die for and the most amazing man-made beach in Sentosa Island.
Don’t miss iLLido, Bistro Petit Salut, Au Jardin, Blu at the Shangri-La and The Cliff at the Sentosa Resort&Spa for dinner.
Angel’share, Velvet Undergroung, Cocoon and the new Café del Mar in Sentosa for drinks.
Life in Sentosa...
The Cliff
Don’t miss iLLido, Bistro Petit Salut, Au Jardin, Blu at the Shangri-La and The Cliff at the Sentosa Resort&Spa for dinner.
Angel’share, Velvet Undergroung, Cocoon and the new Café del Mar in Sentosa for drinks.
Life in Sentosa...
The Cliff
Friday, January 11, 2008
Yves Klein
Yves Klein was born April 28, 1928, in Nice. From 1942 to 1946, he studied at the Ecole Nationale de la Marine Marchande and the Ecole Nationale des Langues Orientales and began practicing judo. At this time, he became friends with Arman Fernandez and Claude Pascal and started to paint. Klein composed his first Symphonie monotone in 1947. During the years 1948 to 1952, he travelled to Italy, Great Britain, Spain, and Japan. In 1955, Klein settled permanently in Paris, where he was given a solo exhibition at the Club des Solitaires. His monochrome paintings were shown at the Galerie Colette Allendy, Paris, in 1956.
The artist entered his blue period in 1957; this year a double exhibition of his work was held at the Galerie Iris Clert and the Galerie Colette Allendy, both in Paris. In 1958, he began using nude models as "living paintbrushes." Also in that year, he undertook a project for the decoration of the entrance hall of the new opera house in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. The first manifesto of the group Nouveaux Réalistes was written in 1960 by Pierre Restany and signed by Arman, Klein, Daniel Spoerri, Jean Tinguely, and others. In 1961, Klein was given a retrospective at the Museum Haus Lange, Krefeld, Germany, and his first solo exhibition in the United States at the Leo Castelli Gallery, New York. He and architect Claude Parent collaborated that year on the design for fountains of water and fire, Les Fontaines de Varsovie, for the Palais de Chaillot, Paris. In 1962, Klein executed a plaster cast of Arman and took part in the exhibition Antagonismes 2: L'Objet at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris. Shortly before his death he appeared in the film Mondo Cane (1962). Klein died suddenly on June 6, 1962, in Paris.
The artist entered his blue period in 1957; this year a double exhibition of his work was held at the Galerie Iris Clert and the Galerie Colette Allendy, both in Paris. In 1958, he began using nude models as "living paintbrushes." Also in that year, he undertook a project for the decoration of the entrance hall of the new opera house in Gelsenkirchen, Germany. The first manifesto of the group Nouveaux Réalistes was written in 1960 by Pierre Restany and signed by Arman, Klein, Daniel Spoerri, Jean Tinguely, and others. In 1961, Klein was given a retrospective at the Museum Haus Lange, Krefeld, Germany, and his first solo exhibition in the United States at the Leo Castelli Gallery, New York. He and architect Claude Parent collaborated that year on the design for fountains of water and fire, Les Fontaines de Varsovie, for the Palais de Chaillot, Paris. In 1962, Klein executed a plaster cast of Arman and took part in the exhibition Antagonismes 2: L'Objet at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, Paris. Shortly before his death he appeared in the film Mondo Cane (1962). Klein died suddenly on June 6, 1962, in Paris.
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Jakarta
I have to say that Jakarta was one of the most ugly cities I have seen lately. It can beat Quito and Taipei with the lack of organization, terrible pollution, a filthy main river and chaotic traffic. Although the locals are the sweetest people - always smiling and really trying - they can be stupidly slow and dumb.
Massive hotels like the Hyatt and Four Seasons glow from the millions of shanti town style "huts” that people live in.
The service in these places is not bad but I still have my doubts that they deserve five stars. There are obviously Four Seasons and Four Seasons!
But I did find a couple of restaurants with amazing design. Stylish club Dragonfly is good for casual finger food dinner but better for drinks. It gets busy from midnight and the most popular nights are Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Shy is a stylish French restaurant on the 4th floor of the Papillion Building and Blowfish (same owners as DragonFly) serves Japanese and Italian. Sunday is room service night as the city is dead dead dead.
The Dragonfly Restaurant/Nightclub
Massive hotels like the Hyatt and Four Seasons glow from the millions of shanti town style "huts” that people live in.
The service in these places is not bad but I still have my doubts that they deserve five stars. There are obviously Four Seasons and Four Seasons!
But I did find a couple of restaurants with amazing design. Stylish club Dragonfly is good for casual finger food dinner but better for drinks. It gets busy from midnight and the most popular nights are Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Shy is a stylish French restaurant on the 4th floor of the Papillion Building and Blowfish (same owners as DragonFly) serves Japanese and Italian. Sunday is room service night as the city is dead dead dead.
The Dragonfly Restaurant/Nightclub
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Bali
View from the Legian bedroom
I have to say that I was not that amazed with Bali…Didn’t expect so many built up beach resorts such as Kuta, Legian and Semanyak. But, nice beaches do existe in the north area of the island. Of course that big resorts like the Four Seasons and the Aman have great beaches but the properties are isolated.
The creative hub is Ubud with many art galleries, sweet cafes and bars and there is a great sense of getting away from it all. There are beautiful resorts up here such as the Aman and the Four Seasons puls the Christina Ong’s fourteen bedroom Uma Ubud.
A great option is to rent a villa of your own. A really high-end three bed property villa with a privet chef and staff costs from 600US$.
I was lucky enough to be invited for drinks in one of these. As an Interior Designer I take my hat off!
www.laksmanavillas.com
Gaya Fusion, Café Bali for dinner and Ku De Ta for drinks are a great option. Don’t miss the usual 5 star resorts!
Ku De Ta
I have to say that I was not that amazed with Bali…Didn’t expect so many built up beach resorts such as Kuta, Legian and Semanyak. But, nice beaches do existe in the north area of the island. Of course that big resorts like the Four Seasons and the Aman have great beaches but the properties are isolated.
The creative hub is Ubud with many art galleries, sweet cafes and bars and there is a great sense of getting away from it all. There are beautiful resorts up here such as the Aman and the Four Seasons puls the Christina Ong’s fourteen bedroom Uma Ubud.
A great option is to rent a villa of your own. A really high-end three bed property villa with a privet chef and staff costs from 600US$.
I was lucky enough to be invited for drinks in one of these. As an Interior Designer I take my hat off!
www.laksmanavillas.com
Gaya Fusion, Café Bali for dinner and Ku De Ta for drinks are a great option. Don’t miss the usual 5 star resorts!
Ku De Ta
Friday, January 4, 2008
2008 in Amanjiwo
Well done Baba Felipe Lencastre! What a great night you gave to all your guests, perfect as usual. You Rock!
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Amanjiwo
After a very long flight (London-Hong Kong-Kuala Lumpur-Solo City) and a two hour drive I finaly got to paradise, Amanjiwo.
True, the silence drove me a bit mad but apart from that it is worth the flight. Not so sure about price/quality…
The Lobby
True, the silence drove me a bit mad but apart from that it is worth the flight. Not so sure about price/quality…
The Lobby
Saturday, December 22, 2007
Monday, December 17, 2007
Belvedere Vodka
GLAMOUR IN THE HOUSE
Get some glamour and culture delivered straight to your door with Belvedere Private View. This brand new entertaining concept brings film directors, producers, actors or writers straight to your house to talk to you and your guests about the film world, while a professional Belvedere vodka bartender is on hand, mixing killer cocktails.
Choose the evening's theme from a list that includes 'A Bluffer's Guide to Cannes', 'Hollywood versus Independent Cinema' or 'A Night of Horror - from Hitchcock to Blairwitch'. A Belvedere Private View 'fixer' - a producer with access to a medley of the biggest names in the UK film industry - will then match the film talent to your theme and help run the evening with along with the host. So there's no excuse for giving deadly dull dinner parties any more. Belvedere Private View is a modern, culturally stimulating way to entertain your guests.
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Monday, December 10, 2007
Sex And The City
The movie is almost here and I just cant wait...
In the real world Samantha would die of cancer, Miranda would leave everyone behind consumed by motherhood and family, Big would tell Carrie she is mutton dressed as lamb and shallow and Charlote would stroll along the Hudson contemplating suicide.
But I still love it!
In the real world Samantha would die of cancer, Miranda would leave everyone behind consumed by motherhood and family, Big would tell Carrie she is mutton dressed as lamb and shallow and Charlote would stroll along the Hudson contemplating suicide.
But I still love it!
Sunday, December 9, 2007
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Jessica Athayde
My baby's coming to town!
My first christmas present, a visit from my portuguese girl.
My first christmas present, a visit from my portuguese girl.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Saturday, December 1, 2007
Friday, November 30, 2007
TAP
TAP Portugal has signed a firm contract for 12 A350XWBs, plus three options, and a letter of intent for an additional eight A320 Family aircraft. The Lisbon based airline herewith converts its initial order for the A350, placed in December 2005, into the new A350XWB, and has, simultaneously, increased the number of aircraft ordered, from 10 to 12. At the same time TAP is taking delivery of its first directly owned A330-200.
In announcing the transaction, TAP's Chief Executive Officer, Fernando Pinto, said: "We have thoroughly re-evaluated our initial A350 order and the result clearly demonstrated that the XWB is the winner in all areas. This aircraft will meet TAP's requirements to cater for passenger traffic growth across the Atlantic and our plans to serve further destinations. The A350XWB offers outstanding passenger comfort thanks to its wider cabin, and unmatched operating costs, fuel consumption and environmental friendliness. The further additional A320s is a natural choice for our expansion plans, as the A320s perfectly fit our need for efficient single aisle aircraft offering the best possible comfort for our passengers".
"We are particularly honoured by this renewed mark of confidence from TAP, one of Europe's major airlines. This order is also a further endorsement of the new A350XWB programme. "Airbus Chief Operating Officer Customers, John Leahy said. "I am confident the A350XWB will deliver on its promises and that it will be the right aircraft to accompany TAP's future growth strategy, together with our market leading A320 Family aircraft."
TAP currently operates a fleet of 51 Airbus aircraft, including 17 A319s, 15 A320s, three A321s, four A340-300s, five A310-300s and seven A330-200s, and is Airbus' largest customer in Portugal. The A350XWBs will in time replace the A340-300 and A330-200 fleet, and support TAP's network expansion.
The A350XWB (extra wide-body) is Airbus' response to market demand for a medium capacity long range wide-body family available in three basic passenger versions, the A350-800 which can fly 270 passengers, the A350-900 seating 314, and the A350-1000 which is designed for 350.
The A350XWB will benefit from the widest fuselage in its category, offering unprecedented levels of comfort in this market segment. It will also offer the lowest operating costs and lowest seat mile cost of any aircraft in that category. The Family is designed to confront the challenges of high fuel prices, rising passenger expectations, and environmental concerns in that market segment.
Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton. Chic or tacky?
For my 18th birthday my mother gave me my first Louis Vuitton travel bag. A vintage suitcase my father bought her when they got married in 1971. I use it every time I go somewhere more than a week and when not travelling with a low cost airline (even empty it weighs more than the baggage allowance!)
This Christmas, I am thinking of treating myself to a couple of new bags and maybe a trolley. But the reality is I am not 100% sure about it. Many people say that having new LV's bags are tacky and “Nuovo rich”. Is it? So let me get this straight, if they are new, its bad. But, if they are or look old it is ok. What is the logic on that? Should I buy them and kick them around till they look vintage? Or should I just buy an old one in ebay? Don’t think so…
True, old money have old bags and new money have the new ones - and then of course there are the millions of fakes. But how are they suppose to look vintage if they are new at some point? And, isn’t it possible to have new LV baggage and not seem nouvo?
Am I going crazy? Is my partner not being very logical? Or is it just too much to travel with Louis Vuitton when you are only 27?
What is tacky about wanting to have the best?
Instead, I could buy Hermes. But for THAT… I can’t afford. Yet!
One&Only Resorts
If you get fed up with all this rain...
One&Only Resorts is a collection of resorts, each individually designed and crafted, inspired by its own supreme location. Remote island retreats, enchanting places and contemporary haut chic.
Le Saint Géran in Mauritius is the ultimate indulgence. Set beside a sparkling, pristine beach on the edge of the Indian Ocean, on a 60-acre private peninsula, it is the epitome of relaxation, luxury, gastronomy, and enjoyment.
Mirage, Dubai pays tribute to Arabian architecture and hospitality on a truly regal scale. Considered the most stylish resort on Jumeira Beach, it comprises three equally distinctive properties, The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa.
Kanuhura, Maldives is a five-star island hideaway, a unique resort, where service is understood and luxury is elegantly understated. The island setting is breathtaking and provides a beautiful, tropical backdrop for a world of easygoing elegance, blissfully free of schedules, routines and cares.
Maldives at Reethi Rah.
This chic resort offers a level of style and sophistication unsurpassed in the Maldives. Set on one of the largest islands in North Male’ Atoll, adorned with endless white sand coves and turquoise bays, all villas have direct access to the lagoon and an unprecedented degree of privacy. The 130 villas are discreetly placed amidst beautiful landscaping, each occupying its own secluded piece of sandy shore or private deck over crystal clear waters of the lagoon. The look and feel is sleek and elegantly tropical, using beautiful natural materials and contemporary styling.
Los Cabos, Mexico
Once the tropical hideaway for the likes of Hemingway and Harlow, this serenely private and sensually elegant resort features expansive ocean-facing accommodation, each with veranda, sunbeds, and indulgent amenities. Internationally acclaimed as the quintessential embodiment of elegance, every need is attended to with gracious hospitality, and the distinctive artistry of Mexico is discovered at every turn.
www.oneandonlyresorts.com
One&Only Resorts is a collection of resorts, each individually designed and crafted, inspired by its own supreme location. Remote island retreats, enchanting places and contemporary haut chic.
Le Saint Géran in Mauritius is the ultimate indulgence. Set beside a sparkling, pristine beach on the edge of the Indian Ocean, on a 60-acre private peninsula, it is the epitome of relaxation, luxury, gastronomy, and enjoyment.
Mirage, Dubai pays tribute to Arabian architecture and hospitality on a truly regal scale. Considered the most stylish resort on Jumeira Beach, it comprises three equally distinctive properties, The Palace, Arabian Court and Residence & Spa.
Kanuhura, Maldives is a five-star island hideaway, a unique resort, where service is understood and luxury is elegantly understated. The island setting is breathtaking and provides a beautiful, tropical backdrop for a world of easygoing elegance, blissfully free of schedules, routines and cares.
Maldives at Reethi Rah.
This chic resort offers a level of style and sophistication unsurpassed in the Maldives. Set on one of the largest islands in North Male’ Atoll, adorned with endless white sand coves and turquoise bays, all villas have direct access to the lagoon and an unprecedented degree of privacy. The 130 villas are discreetly placed amidst beautiful landscaping, each occupying its own secluded piece of sandy shore or private deck over crystal clear waters of the lagoon. The look and feel is sleek and elegantly tropical, using beautiful natural materials and contemporary styling.
Los Cabos, Mexico
Once the tropical hideaway for the likes of Hemingway and Harlow, this serenely private and sensually elegant resort features expansive ocean-facing accommodation, each with veranda, sunbeds, and indulgent amenities. Internationally acclaimed as the quintessential embodiment of elegance, every need is attended to with gracious hospitality, and the distinctive artistry of Mexico is discovered at every turn.
www.oneandonlyresorts.com
Monday, November 26, 2007
Solstice - Glamorous & Global Home Ownership Swap
THE "IN" CROWD
Membership does have its privileges: Not only do members of Solstice—a luxury residence club founded by Bay Area residents Graham Kos and Jeffrey Scult—have access to a 90-foot yacht and nine well-appointed estates in destinations like St. Bart’s, Paris and the Napa Valley, they get to tell tales of the rich and famous that aren’t tall at all. solsticecollection.com
SOLSTICE
Solstice is a destination club, much like a high-end golf or country club that requires a membership deposit and annual dues. The deposit and dues combination allows members flexible access to any of the homes, and as often as they may desire under their membership plan. Our program has been carefully designed to provide a variety of international travel options with a true 365-day season, and it has a much broader membership appeal than a single fractional or private residence club interest. Many of our Members will tell you that Solstice membership is equivalent to owning a second home in several locations without the obligations and burdens of maintenance and requires significantly less capital. While most of the properties vary in value, size and amenities, all Solstice homes have been hand-picked and meet our award-winning expectations for quality.
The Membership Deposit creates a right-to-use relationship with the club manager, thereby allowing members to use the real estate and services of the Club as a member rather than obligating each owner to the assets. If a member decides to end their participation in Solstice, the deposit is returned, depending upon the terms of each membership plan and deposit option.
www.solsticecollection.com
Marilyn Monroe
While still an unknown model, the 19-year-old Norma Jean Baker poses for a Douglas DC-6 sales brochure. Rarely seen photographs of Marilyn Monroe before she became famous.
I agree...
I agree...
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Palm Beach
Home. Missing you Villa Vita Serena...
Ok! So, Palm Beach is old crowded, sometimes tacky and pretentious. It might not have trendy nightclubs packed with young sexy people, cheap bars selling beer for a buck and wild parties. Thats in WEST Palm Beach.
But as they say… Life quality is to have space and time for you. And that’s what you find in Palm Beach. For that I just love and miss living there.
I miss my friends from Palm Beach Day School, having ice cream on a boiling day by the beach, having a drink with my Dad at the Breakers Hotel, shopping at Worth Av., and driving to Miami, South Beach and the Key West for the weekend.
So…I found out my old Palm Beach house is for sale. Anyone interested?
Ok! So, Palm Beach is old crowded, sometimes tacky and pretentious. It might not have trendy nightclubs packed with young sexy people, cheap bars selling beer for a buck and wild parties. Thats in WEST Palm Beach.
But as they say… Life quality is to have space and time for you. And that’s what you find in Palm Beach. For that I just love and miss living there.
I miss my friends from Palm Beach Day School, having ice cream on a boiling day by the beach, having a drink with my Dad at the Breakers Hotel, shopping at Worth Av., and driving to Miami, South Beach and the Key West for the weekend.
So…I found out my old Palm Beach house is for sale. Anyone interested?
Friday, November 23, 2007
Beirut
Hell or Heaven?
aSmallWorld.net talk...
I have been planning a trip to Beirut since summer...
Unfortunately things seem to be getting worse. Should I avoid a trip there for now or is it OK?
Being half Spanish I'm quite used to ETA but would be great if I can get back to London with my two legs and arms...!
Any advise on what to do or the areas I should really not go?!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
I just cancelled plans to attend a friend's wedding this weekend. Painful decision. The view from Cyprus is that things are becoming progressively worse.
Author: Demos
Wrong timing my friend ..wait till things cool down
Author: Omar
Hey Pedro
I dont really advise u to come to Beirut. Its not really safe. After 9pm, the roads are empty. I think coming now is not a good idea. If u could wait till July and see how the situation gets, it would be better.
Author: Lama
Not my lucky month then...! :(
Will make it to Jordan then! Thanks for the advise, will keep it in mind!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Don't know what u guys are talking about.. i was there last week and the place was ROCKING!
even went north to the beach and we were partying like crazy 20km from the bombardments..
Author: Oliviero
Guess you are a lucky guy then!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
@Oliviero: you go dude!
Come on guys... Beirut is most charming right when its being torn apart... beirut is not used to things quiet and peaceful...
I fly to beirut at the break of every war to console my lovely city. when im not embedded with the UN on cluster bomb excursions in the south, you'll find me hugging gemmayzeh's walls...
You go give beirut a hug Pedro. She'll appreciate it. and you'll never forget it.
Author: Jehad
Apparently Bairut is my kind of city (so my friends say)!!
Im quite sure I will fall in love with it. But maybe book it when things are calmer is a good idea. Dont want to have a bad experience in the first time...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
I arrived in Beirut the day things flared up and during the double bombings. It was all a bit too close to comfort - I missed the first by 10 minutes, and the second was by the hotel.
Though an amazing city, with unbelievably fantastic people, I think it's not the best idea to venture there currently, particularly since troubles have just begun in the south of the country too.
Author: Seena
The thing is Pedro, it is safe and not safe at the same time... I can give you an example which is amazingly true and funny: before 10:30 - 11, as Lama mentioned, the roads are empty, but the funny part is, everybody is waiting for the explosion to go off... once it went off, and everybody heard about it and knew where it was... Beirut starts partying, and most of the people go out after the explosion.. sort of a consolation, knowing that the second one won't be for the same night...
Anyways, if you decide to come, and need anything, honestly feel free to contact me: +961-3-233749 would be glad to help you in any way...
Author: Michel
@ Michel- I heard that also. And some friends gave the adress of some rooftop bars that look amazing.
Never thought being stuck in such a simple decision. Will book things anyway and see how it goes.
Thanks for your contact by the way! Will keep it and call you when I get there.
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Will be waiting... take good care... and as for the rooftop bars, they are amazing :)
Author: Michel
Gave up! :(
Will meet you next year I guess...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Life goes on in Beirut as always.
The people are resilient and doing their thing.
Author: Kareem
Dear Pedro.
If You Can Wait A Little Bit To Come To Beirut It will Be Better.I Am Lebanese Christian Leaving There.Situation Is Not Very Gooc For The Time Beeing.Hope To see You There One Day.
Best Regards.
C.V.T.
Beirut-Lebanon...
Author: Cyril
You have to be a Lebanese to come to Beirut! or simply an aventurer
Lebanon life is going on despite all.
Check the situation towards Mid Sept.
Early October is a superb month to come over here!
Author: Cherine
Will do that! Changed my trip from Beirut to Jordan but will def go another time. Got some names of nice hotels but the more the better. Want to have the best time ever when I get there...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
You will.
Beirut is the most beautiful city in the world , but right now it is going through a rough time...but we will be up and runnig in no time ... so just be patient and when you visit you will hopefully see the REAL beirut
Author: Dana
@ Dana. Hope its this year! :)
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Hello Pedro,
When you are there its not as worth you may think...people unfortunatly are getting used to it...
If you really wanna go, don't hesitate, i am sure you will still enjoy it,,,
marwa
Author: Marwa
Its a tough one...I am desperate to go too but keep putting it off...thing is I guess one has to live one's life...no-one on their holidays a couple of years ago expected the Tsunami to hit Thailand, Indonesia, the Maldives, etc.
Author: Reema
I am french, I live there, ok, situation is not so great..but that;s safe.I am on my way back there tomorrow. Have a nice week end, suzel
Author: Suzel jakouloff
@ Remma- To be honest, dont think that is a very good exemple...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
To the rest...Sounds to me that Beirut rocks!!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Go for it.
And let's all never leave Beirut alone!
Author: Emanuele Maria Bertodo
Ive been DYING to go to beirut for years now, the promoters i was set to dj for have been forced to cancel three gigs there over the last two years, i was set to go play this weekend and again we had to cancel due to safety concerns.
I hear nothing but amazing things about the city and its people
Can't wait to go
Author: Max
Pedro and all...
if u dont have a Leb passport / some Leb origins, pls avoid as much as possible right now....
We donno where the next bomb will be, and to be honest the last thing we want is that the holder of a European/non-Leb passport gets injured there....this would kill the bit of faith that is remaining in Leb :(
sorry to be negative...
Author: Rita
Pedro if you can go, go! I want to go but I can't :(
There are a lot of great people on this site from Beirut (go into any of the discussions on Lebanon in the threads) and I am sure if you contact them they will tell you where the best places are. I am sure you will have a great time.
Don't let the newspapers spook you...
Author: Ariel
Its a deal...will go to Beirut. But Ill wait till things calm down a bit.
@ Rita- Think you are right...why not wait a bit and have a great time in Bairut then going now and have some kind of bad feeling!
Many ASW in Birut!?
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Pedro Beirut is amazing, I went there 2x in 2005 and had the time of my life, was going there last summer when the war broke and had to cancel. I dont feel that it's safe right now to go, you will not get the feel that I got when I was there and things were relativelly quiet... It'd such a atmosphere... the people are great, the beaches lots of fun and the night life one of the best I have been to, somehow I dont think I would have the same feeling if I went there right now. However, I hope I can go back soon and have another ball there, but for the moment I will wait and wish the best for lebanon and beirut...
Author: Marli
That makes two of us. Will keep my fingers crossed for them!!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
So- Off to Beirut the 26 of Sep. for four days. Whats going on there?
Anymore recomendations?
Safe or not really? Going anyway! :)
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Pedro keep your eyes to the news and Good luck and Bon Voyage
Author: Janan
Sounding scary...!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Go and have fun. i was there 2 weeks ago...
Anyway if you like, i am planning a trip to Lebanon with my friends in Feb/March to go skying if you are interested inform me.
Author: Allen
LIVE BEIRUT...
aSmallWorld.net talk...
I have been planning a trip to Beirut since summer...
Unfortunately things seem to be getting worse. Should I avoid a trip there for now or is it OK?
Being half Spanish I'm quite used to ETA but would be great if I can get back to London with my two legs and arms...!
Any advise on what to do or the areas I should really not go?!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
I just cancelled plans to attend a friend's wedding this weekend. Painful decision. The view from Cyprus is that things are becoming progressively worse.
Author: Demos
Wrong timing my friend ..wait till things cool down
Author: Omar
Hey Pedro
I dont really advise u to come to Beirut. Its not really safe. After 9pm, the roads are empty. I think coming now is not a good idea. If u could wait till July and see how the situation gets, it would be better.
Author: Lama
Not my lucky month then...! :(
Will make it to Jordan then! Thanks for the advise, will keep it in mind!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Don't know what u guys are talking about.. i was there last week and the place was ROCKING!
even went north to the beach and we were partying like crazy 20km from the bombardments..
Author: Oliviero
Guess you are a lucky guy then!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
@Oliviero: you go dude!
Come on guys... Beirut is most charming right when its being torn apart... beirut is not used to things quiet and peaceful...
I fly to beirut at the break of every war to console my lovely city. when im not embedded with the UN on cluster bomb excursions in the south, you'll find me hugging gemmayzeh's walls...
You go give beirut a hug Pedro. She'll appreciate it. and you'll never forget it.
Author: Jehad
Apparently Bairut is my kind of city (so my friends say)!!
Im quite sure I will fall in love with it. But maybe book it when things are calmer is a good idea. Dont want to have a bad experience in the first time...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
I arrived in Beirut the day things flared up and during the double bombings. It was all a bit too close to comfort - I missed the first by 10 minutes, and the second was by the hotel.
Though an amazing city, with unbelievably fantastic people, I think it's not the best idea to venture there currently, particularly since troubles have just begun in the south of the country too.
Author: Seena
The thing is Pedro, it is safe and not safe at the same time... I can give you an example which is amazingly true and funny: before 10:30 - 11, as Lama mentioned, the roads are empty, but the funny part is, everybody is waiting for the explosion to go off... once it went off, and everybody heard about it and knew where it was... Beirut starts partying, and most of the people go out after the explosion.. sort of a consolation, knowing that the second one won't be for the same night...
Anyways, if you decide to come, and need anything, honestly feel free to contact me: +961-3-233749 would be glad to help you in any way...
Author: Michel
@ Michel- I heard that also. And some friends gave the adress of some rooftop bars that look amazing.
Never thought being stuck in such a simple decision. Will book things anyway and see how it goes.
Thanks for your contact by the way! Will keep it and call you when I get there.
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Will be waiting... take good care... and as for the rooftop bars, they are amazing :)
Author: Michel
Gave up! :(
Will meet you next year I guess...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Life goes on in Beirut as always.
The people are resilient and doing their thing.
Author: Kareem
Dear Pedro.
If You Can Wait A Little Bit To Come To Beirut It will Be Better.I Am Lebanese Christian Leaving There.Situation Is Not Very Gooc For The Time Beeing.Hope To see You There One Day.
Best Regards.
C.V.T.
Beirut-Lebanon...
Author: Cyril
You have to be a Lebanese to come to Beirut! or simply an aventurer
Lebanon life is going on despite all.
Check the situation towards Mid Sept.
Early October is a superb month to come over here!
Author: Cherine
Will do that! Changed my trip from Beirut to Jordan but will def go another time. Got some names of nice hotels but the more the better. Want to have the best time ever when I get there...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
You will.
Beirut is the most beautiful city in the world , but right now it is going through a rough time...but we will be up and runnig in no time ... so just be patient and when you visit you will hopefully see the REAL beirut
Author: Dana
@ Dana. Hope its this year! :)
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Hello Pedro,
When you are there its not as worth you may think...people unfortunatly are getting used to it...
If you really wanna go, don't hesitate, i am sure you will still enjoy it,,,
marwa
Author: Marwa
Its a tough one...I am desperate to go too but keep putting it off...thing is I guess one has to live one's life...no-one on their holidays a couple of years ago expected the Tsunami to hit Thailand, Indonesia, the Maldives, etc.
Author: Reema
I am french, I live there, ok, situation is not so great..but that;s safe.I am on my way back there tomorrow. Have a nice week end, suzel
Author: Suzel jakouloff
@ Remma- To be honest, dont think that is a very good exemple...
Author: Pedro Caldeira
To the rest...Sounds to me that Beirut rocks!!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Go for it.
And let's all never leave Beirut alone!
Author: Emanuele Maria Bertodo
Ive been DYING to go to beirut for years now, the promoters i was set to dj for have been forced to cancel three gigs there over the last two years, i was set to go play this weekend and again we had to cancel due to safety concerns.
I hear nothing but amazing things about the city and its people
Can't wait to go
Author: Max
Pedro and all...
if u dont have a Leb passport / some Leb origins, pls avoid as much as possible right now....
We donno where the next bomb will be, and to be honest the last thing we want is that the holder of a European/non-Leb passport gets injured there....this would kill the bit of faith that is remaining in Leb :(
sorry to be negative...
Author: Rita
Pedro if you can go, go! I want to go but I can't :(
There are a lot of great people on this site from Beirut (go into any of the discussions on Lebanon in the threads) and I am sure if you contact them they will tell you where the best places are. I am sure you will have a great time.
Don't let the newspapers spook you...
Author: Ariel
Its a deal...will go to Beirut. But Ill wait till things calm down a bit.
@ Rita- Think you are right...why not wait a bit and have a great time in Bairut then going now and have some kind of bad feeling!
Many ASW in Birut!?
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Pedro Beirut is amazing, I went there 2x in 2005 and had the time of my life, was going there last summer when the war broke and had to cancel. I dont feel that it's safe right now to go, you will not get the feel that I got when I was there and things were relativelly quiet... It'd such a atmosphere... the people are great, the beaches lots of fun and the night life one of the best I have been to, somehow I dont think I would have the same feeling if I went there right now. However, I hope I can go back soon and have another ball there, but for the moment I will wait and wish the best for lebanon and beirut...
Author: Marli
That makes two of us. Will keep my fingers crossed for them!!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
So- Off to Beirut the 26 of Sep. for four days. Whats going on there?
Anymore recomendations?
Safe or not really? Going anyway! :)
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Pedro keep your eyes to the news and Good luck and Bon Voyage
Author: Janan
Sounding scary...!
Author: Pedro Caldeira
Go and have fun. i was there 2 weeks ago...
Anyway if you like, i am planning a trip to Lebanon with my friends in Feb/March to go skying if you are interested inform me.
Author: Allen
LIVE BEIRUT...
Rome
Rome, as the saying goes, wasn't built in a day, and it's the eternal nature of the Eternal City that gives it its endless appeal. Humans have occupied these hills along the Tiber for millennia, adding monuments built upon and around those that came before them all the while. For the modern-day visitor, there's almost too much to see and do, from exploring the ruins of empire to paying respects at the seat of one of the world's great religions, to shopping and dropping change on the latest designs at big-name stores.
Hotels:
Hotel St. George
Place: Campo dè Fiori
http://www.stgeorgehotel.it/
Hotel de la Minerve
Place: Pantheon
http://www.grandhoteldelaminerve.com/
Grand Hotel Plaza
Place: Piazza di Spagna
http://www.grandhotelplaza.com/
Regina Hotel Baglioni
Place: Via Veneto
http://www.baglionihotels.com/
Aldrovandi Palace
Place: Villa Borghese
http://www.aldrovandi.com/
Hotel Parco dei Principi
Place: Villa Borghese
http://www.parcodeiprincipi.com/
Restaurants:
Antonio al Pantheon
ROMA- Via Dei Pastini, 12 (Pantheon)
Tel.: 06/ 67.90.798
Nino
ROMA- Via Borgognona II (Piazza Spagna)
Tel.: 06/ 67.95.676
La Pergola
Restaurant at Cavalieri Hilton Hotel (Top ten italian restaurants). Top food and view.
Tipical roman restaurant are situated in trastevere. In my opinion the best restaurant is "Il Bolognese" in Piazza del Popolo.
Shopping:
Rome is a delightfully old-fashioned affair. Limited space in medieval streets and among Renaissance palazzi make huge department stores and malls impossible. And Romans' lasting affection for the family-run shop and the quirky boutique means that big national and international chains have had a harder time getting a foothold. Even in the heart of the city, most locals prefer selecting their fruit and vegetables from street markets—such as the picturesque one in Campo de' Fiori, or the magnificent example in Piazza Testaccio—rather than from the minisupermarkets that have appeared in recent years. Big-name fashion designers cluster around the foot of the Spanish Steps, but there are exciting surprises lurking all around the centro storico
"THE" roman
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